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Public weighs in on second-class city ordinance By Anna Skinner anna@youarecurrent.com

said. “But you can balance that if the controller has an extensive fiscal degree. You can save on professional consulting fees.” McCuaig said the average salary for a city controller in Indiana is $98,000. McCuaig said in 10 years, Westfield’s population grew from 30,000 to more than 46,000. Westfield is the fastest-growing city in Hamilton County. In 2021, the city’s building department processed more than 1,800 building permits, 74 percent of which were for residential growth. If the ordinance is approved, voters would elect a city clerk and the additional council members in 2023. The ordinance would take effect Jan. 1, 2024. Prior to the public hearing, council member Troy Patton said McCuaig’s presentation wasn’t neutral. He said Westfield’s structure was cheaper than that of Fishers, Carmel and Noblesville. Fishers, Carmel and Noblesville are second-class cities. “I’m not trying to be a jerk about it, I like the presentation,” Patton said. “It’s just not quite neutral when you show a bunch of different things that say, ‘This can be your benefit if you go to a second-class city’ because we already have benefits being a third-class city.”

Accelerated Indiana Municipalities Chief Legal Consultant Becca McCuaig presented on the pros and GOVERNMENT cons of becoming a second-class city at the June 13 Westfield City Council meeting. Councilors asked questions and conducted a public hearing after the presesntation. Westfield is the only Hamilton County city that isn’t a second-class city. A third-class city typically has less than 35,000 residents. Westfield’s population is more than 46,000. Westfield is considering an ordinance that would change its designation to second class. If approved, the council would increase from seven to nine members. The clerk-treasurer position would be replaced by an elected city clerk, and a controller would be appointed by the mayor. McCuaig said there could be more expenses when transitioning to a second-class city. “A second-class city can incur additional expenses for salaries, because you are adding council members and a controller,” she

During the public hearing, residents spoke for and against the ordinance. Resident Joe Plankis, a Westfield Redevelopment Commission member, supported the ordinance. “With our tremendous growth as the fastest-growing city in Indiana, it is way past time to take that next step to manage the financial affairs of this city,” Plankis said. “To not take this opportunity to pass this ordinance is a vote to keep Westfield the way it was 10 years ago. That’s living in the past and not looking in the future.” Resident Judy Shuck spoke against the ordinance. “Before becoming a second-class city, we need to learn to be a city,” she said. “We are young and there are lessons to be learned still. Since becoming a city, there have been many red flags raised on how we’ve run our city. We need to learn from our mistakes made.” Shuck said the way the city handled its utility sale in 2014 and Grand Park’s finances are two examples of “red flags”. The council is expected to vote on the ordinance at its June 27 meeting. For more, visit westfield.in.gov.

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Council considers parking garage bond By Anna Skinner anna@youarecurrent.com The Westfield City Council heard introductions for four new agenda items at its June 13 meeting. Introductions included updating the traffic ordinance, the issuance of $12.25 million in bonds and an amendment to allow for a medical pavilion. What happened: The council received an annual update to the city’s traffic ordinance. What it means: Director of Public Works Johnathon Nail gave the update. He said the ordinance allows the police department to enforce regulations on streets as development continues in Westfield.

What’s next: The council is expected to vote on the traffic ordinance at its June 27 meeting.

What happened: The council heard an introduction to an ordinance authorizing the city to issue bonds related to the Union Square parking garage project. What it means: The ordinance states the city shall issue $12.25 million in taxable economic development lease rental revenue bonds for the project. The bond proceeds will be loaned to the city’s building corporation for the purpose of financing the garage.

What’s next: The council will vote on the ordinance at its June 27 meeting.

What happened: The council heard an introduction for a proposed amendment in architectural standards in the Midtown at Westfield planned unit development. What it means: The amendment outlines modified architectural standards for a proposed medical pavilion building at U.S. 31 and 191st Street.

A rendering for the proposed medical campus northeast of U.S. 31 and 191st Street. (Image courtesy of the City of Westfield)

What’s next: The Advisory Plan Commission will consider the proposal at its July 5 meeting.

What happened: The council heard an amendment to the Woods, Robinson, Briggs planned unit development. What it means: The amendment proposes to add 4.5 acres of additional real estate to the project and modifies general regulations for the project’s water feature and park/trailhead standards.

What’s next: The Advisory Plan Commission will hear about the proposed amendment at its July 5 meeting.

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By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com For Hamilton County Parks Dept. Director Chris Stice, this was an opOUTDOORS portunity that couldn’t be passed up. With the unanimous approval of the department’s park board, 107 acres of land in Hamilton County, near the intersection of 216th Street and Hinkle Road in Westfield, were purchased with the intent of adding the acreage to the county’s park system. It technically has a Noblesville postal address. The decision was supported by the Hamilton County Council and Commissioners. Stice said the property was formally acquired in March A conceptualized plan for the HC Farms property. (Image cour2021, but funding efforts for tesy of Hamilton County Parks and Recreation Dept.) conservation and recreational CONCEPTUAL HC FARMS - PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS tunity to have it preserved as a park in the development purposes have been ongoing. (city) of Westfield was something important Stice said the details are refined enough to to all the family members. To have that share with the public. preserved in honor of both our families is “One of the important reasons is the land special.” is in an area that development is increasing Stice said the southern section had been in the Westfield area and in that corridor. farmed but the northern section had been There are some unique natural resources in untouched. this property with the topography and the The acquired property brings the total existing streams and number of streams,” amount of land owned and maintained by Stice said. “The vegetation is very plentiful the county parks department to slightly and very unique for Hamilton County.” more than 1,800 acres, which is less than With surrounding properties in Nobles23 percent of the space needed for parks in ville and Westfield being developed for the county, as recommended by the Indiana commercial and residential use at a rapid Dept. of Natural Resources. pace, county officials and park leadership “Aside from the large list of plant and said they felt it was imperative to secure animal species currently found in the area, the property. The purchase price was $2.2 million. Stice this property’s environmental characteristics would be most enjoyed by passive said the department received a $100,000 recreation users who would appreciate the donation from the previous owners. plant and animal diversity, scenic views and The land, referred to as HC Farms, was relatively rugged terrain,” stated Amanda purchased from the Rhodehamel family through a Realtor. William Rhodehamel, who Smith, HCPR Supt. of Natural Resources and Education. lives in Brownsburg, said it has been in his Stice said the goal is to remove and minifamily for approximately 75 years. It had mize invasive plants in the area and restore been owned by Rhodehamel’s father, Harley the stream bank, prairie and wetlands Rhodehamel, and his uncle Robert. areas. “That corner has been in a natural state “There will be native restoration plants for a long time,” said William Rhodehamel, that will help minimize invasive plants comchief executive officer of the Hendricks ing back,” Stice said. County Community Foundation “The oppor-

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DISPATCHES 5th Congressional District academy nominees — U.S. Rep. Victoria Spartz (R-Indiana) recently announced the names of six nominees from Indiana’s 5th Congressional District who were appointed and have accepted to attend the U.S. Air Force Academy, the U.S. Naval Academy and West Point. Samuel Schmidt, Westfield, was one of the nominees. Westfield resident joins Indiana Donor Network — Westfield resident Kristen Edwards has been named director of hospital services at Indiana Donor Network. Edwards has an extensive nursing leadership background, most recently serving as the chief nursing officer for Ascension St. Vincent Central North Region. She is responsible for directing the strategic planning, operations and development of the organization’s hospital services department and provides oversight of relationships with hospital partners. F.C. Tucker stats — Although Westfield homes spent more time on the market, homes prices continued to climb. According to F.C. Tucker Company, homes in Westfield stayed on the market four days, or 19 percent, longer compared to May 2021. The average sale price of a Westfield home also increased, up 24.6 percent to $536,440, compared to this time last year. The average price per square foot for homes in Westfield also increased 22.7 percent, to $213.38. Westfield Welcome announces Workout Wednesdays — Westfield Welcome will offer special programming at Grand Junction Plaza this year in partnership with the Westfield YMCA. Workout Wednesdays is a series of fitness classes taking place at the plaza. Classes will be offered each Wednesday from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. through Aug. 3 in the Wetland Amphitheatre at the plaza, 225 S. Union St. There will be three different types of classes offered, including a high-intensity interval training class, a yoga flow class and a cardio class.

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IT ordered to remove ‘spyware’ from clerk-treasurer’s computer By Anna Skinner anna@youarecurrent.com After nearly a year of litigation between Westfield Mayor Andy Cook and Clerk-Treasurer Cindy Gossard, the Westfield City Council asked the GOVERNMENT city’s Director of Informatics, Chris Larsen, to remove the BeyondTrust software from the clerk-treasurer’s office computers during a June 13 council meeting. The meeting included public discussion between council members, Larsen and atCook torneys for Cook and Gossard. Lawsuits were filed by Cook after he ordered an audit of the city’s accounts in August 2020, and Gossard failed to provide the correct information to the appointees conducting the investigation. Several months later, Gossard accused the city’s administration of installing “spyware” on all six computers in the clerk-treasurer’s office and accessing the data without her permission. The software, BeyondTrust, provides remote access for the city’s IT department to handle computer issues. Two lawsuits are ongoing -- one is the city against Gossard and one is Gossard against Cook. During the June 13 council meeting, city attorney Manny Herceg said he and Cook were still waiting on a response from Gossard’s attorney, Will Webster, regarding a pro-

posed settlement between Cook and Gossard to end the litigation. Not all of the proposed settlement details were disclosed, but part of the settlement involved removing the BeyondTrust software from the clerk-treasurer’s computers. Larsen and the city’s IT team have still been servicing Gossard’s computers but without using BeyondTrust software. “So, (removing the software) can be done,” council member Scott Frei said. “At this point, it’s almost planting a flag in the ground and saying you’re not budging off this. Why can’t we remove it as a gesture of goodwill? I still can’t wrap my mind Gossard around why it has to be part of a settlement just to remove the software.” Herceg said BeyondTrust software cannot be removed citywide. The council asked Larsen only to remove the software on computers in Gossard’s office. Larsen agreed to remove the software. Cook addressed Gossard directly during the meeting.

“By doing this, we know whatever the concerns were, if they remove it tomorrow, then starting Wednesday, those concerns are no longer taking place,”

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“I think this has a lot to do with me and Miss Gossard in that, what are we trying to solve here with all of this? What has occurred that we are trying to solve?” Cook said. “What kind of damage have you suffered? What have I done to harm you?” Gossard said it would take hours to answer Cook’s questions. “It’s been since 2007, 2008,” Gossard said. “We can talk about it. I have some notes.” Frei interjected that Cook and Gossard were playing a game. “There is such a (divide) created between the administration and the clerk-treasurer’s office,” Frei said. “Why are we sitting here playing the games of, ‘What did I do, what is the problem?’ I’m not pointing a finger at (Cook). I’m not pointing a finger at (Gossard). But to say, ‘I don’t know what we’re trying to solve’ is silly. “If it’s a tool you don’t need, why in the world wouldn’t you simply remove it?” After Larsen agreed to remove the software, Gossard said by doing so, her office wouldn’t know who had accessed her computers without permission. “By doing this, we know whatever the concerns were, if they remove it tomorrow, then starting Wednesday, those concerns are no longer taking place,” Frei said. “Whatever you need to prove in the past, that’s a whole different subject. We know starting Wednesday, they’re no longer taking place.”

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DISPATCHES Photography contest — The Hamilton County Soil and Water Conservation District is accepting submissions for its eighth annual photography contest from amateur photographers throughout the county. Youth and adult photographers can submit up to five entries showcasing the contest theme, “Indiana Conservation in Color.” Digital files and entry forms must be submitted by June 24. Entry forms are available at hamiltonswcd.org/photo-contest Weed Wrangles clear invasive species — The organizations of the Hamilton County Invasives Partnership are inviting volunteers to help clear local parks of invasive species by participating in Weed Wrangles. During the Weed Wrangle, teams of volunteers, supervised by guides, will locate and uproot unwelcome plants such as bush honeysuckle, garlic mustard, autumn olive, English ivy and winter creeper. Learn more and sign up to volunteer at hcinvasives.org. Roads to Reconciliation exhibition — Indiana artists who identify as Black, Indigenous or Persons of Color are encouraged to submit work for Roads to Reconciliation, a juried exhibition sponsored by St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church in Carmel. The August exhibition will feature work celebrating progress on the journey to dismantle racism, as well as work acknowledging the importance of continuing to walk this path with intention and determination. There is no entry fee for submitting work. Learn more at stchriscarmel.org/roads-to-reconciliation.html.

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From left, Westfield Library Foundation Board President Mike Thomas, Westfield Washington Public Library Executive Director Sheryl Sollars, Westfield Library Foundation Executive Director Erin Downey, Westfield Library Foundation Board member Brian Heaton cut the ribbon May 24 to its new outreach vehicle. The outreach vehicle van is equipped to hold books, DVDs and other library materials. A librarian will travel in the vehicle to areas such as senior-living facilities to make materials available to patrons who may not be able to visit the library. (Photo courtesy of Westfield Washington Public Library)

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Hamilton County offers The Parent Project By Les Morris news@currentnoblesville.com Being an effective parent has always been a challenge. Today, that’s perhaps truer than it’s ever been. CLASS Rob Evans is a Hamilton County probation officer and, along with fellow probation officer Sheri Ross, leads The Parent Project, an 11-week course for parents of strong-willed and outof-control children. The program is designed to curb destructive teen behaviors like poor school attendance, alcohol and drug use, runaways and violence. “These parents are doing a lot of good things. The problem is that no other generation of parents has ever dealt with some of the issues we’re dealing with now such as social media, cellphones, designer drugs and vaping,” Evans said. The Parent Project has been offered to Hamilton County parents for more than 15

years and started its summer program in early June. The class meets once a week for three hours and is presented entirely on Zoom. Evans is quick to point out it is not simply a lecture format. Participants are divided into groups of between eight and 10 parents so they can learn from each other. Evans believes it is this support which is the most beneficial aspect of the class. Indeed, the groups become so valuable that they continue indefinitely long after The Parent Project class has ended, with some going strong two years after the initial class. Parents are given concrete prevention and intervention strategies that can be put into immediate use within the home. “We have seen real transformation in families,” said Evans, who has taught the class since 2013. The next 11-week session of The Parent Project begins Sept. 6. The program fee is $80 per family. For more, visit bit.ly/3GYK6jG.

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Nickel Plate Express passengers can now enjoy a true boarding station experience when riding the train north TOURISM through Hamilton County. Nickel Plate Heritage Railroad, a nonprofit that operates the train, opened the renovated Hobbs Station June 11. A $1.6 million renovation of historic Hobbs Station included new boarding platforms, landscaping, restrooms, historic signs, paved parking and a train-themed playground. Nickel Plate Express operates out of Forest Park. The goal of the renovation is to make Forest Park Depot a destination spot to draw visitors outside of Hamilton County. The Nickel Plate Express travels a 12.5-mile track between Noblesville and Atlanta and attracts visitors from across the Midwest. The focal point is the historic Hobbs Station, which was originally built alongside ARE YOU LOOKING FOR THE RETIREMENT OF YOUR DREAMS? WE INVITE YOU TO DISCOVER FIVE STAR RESIDENCES OF the Nickel Plate railroad in Tipton County in NOBLESVILLE, WHERE LIFE IS AN ADVENTURE. 1948 and moved to Forest Park in 1967. Noblesville Parks & Recreation Dept. Director Brandon Bennett said the covered Studio apartments starting at $1900 per month boarding platforms will make the Nickel Plate Express easier to board during its Two bedroom apartments starting at $3000 per month popular winter holiday rides. “In my opinion, one of the main attractions of this whole thing are the new boarding platforms with canopies,” Bennett said. ENJOY SPACIOUS GARDEN HOMES “It’s more of the experience of boarding the ENJOY GARDEN HOMES LIVING AND SPACIOUS EXCEPTIONAL ASSISTED train and provides access to the train. It’s 7235 Riverwalk Way North AND EXCEPTIONAL ASSISTED LIVING AND MEMORY CARE much improved and theIndiana platform can load Noblesville, 46062 7235 Riverwalk Way North AND MEMORY CARE Noblesville, Indiana directly onto all46062 four (train) cars.” Bennett hopes future construction phases will remove fencing to integrate the depot fully into Forest Park. “The train is here and it’s here to stay,” Bennett said. “We want to look to the fuYour Adventure Starts ture, remember the past but focus onNow! the future and what our opportunities are here with it now. It’s been a long road to get here. We are most excited about reintegratOur residents enjoy Independent and Assisted Living in a vibrant community offering a full continuum of OurConveniently residents enjoy Independent and Assisted Living in a vibrant offering a full continuum of part of the park back into Forest ing this care. located near quaint boutiques and cozy restaurants, ourcommunity residents also enjoy worldcare. Conveniently located near quaint boutiques cozy restaurants, our residents also enjoy worldclass entertainment and a variety of shopping and dining and options. Park.” class entertainment and a variety of shopping and dining options. • Choice of one- or two-bedroom • Life enrichment programs • Pet-friendly The recently completed project checked • Choice of • Life enrichment • Pet-friendly apartment styles one- or two-bedroom programs• Housekeeping • Restaurant-style and maintenance dining with an item off of Mayor Chris Jensen’s to-do • Beautiful apartment front styles porch and chef-prepared meals • Restaurant-style • Concierge• services Housekeeping and maintenance dining with scenic walking paths list. • Community • Beautiful transportation front porch and chef-prepared meals • And so much • Concierge more! services walkingtopaths Callscenic 317-770-0011 schedule your personal visit. “Renovating Forest Park Depot • Community transportation • And so much more! at Hobbs Station was one of my top priorCall 317-770-0011 to schedule your personal visit. FIVE STAR RESIDENCES OF NOBLESVILLE ities when I took office in January 2020,” (317) 770-0011 • www.FiveStarResidencesOfNoblesville.com FIVE STAR RESIDENCES OFLIVING NOBLESVILLE Jensen stated in a press release. “Trains GARDEN HOMES • INDEPENDENT • ASSISTED LIVING • MEMORY CARE (317) 770-0011 • www.FiveStarResidencesOfNoblesville.com have had a significant history in Noblesville, ©2022 Five Star Senior Living

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Runner wins state title By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

from totally enjoying the moment. “I felt so sick to my stomach after the race because how tough it was,” he said. “I The magnitude of what Kai Connor acfelt physically and emotionally drained for complished took a while to sink in. at least 20 minutes. But then I had to get “It was inright back to things.” TRACK & FIELD sane because The occasion marked the first it’s something time Connor made it to state in the that I had dreamed of for years,” 800 meters, missing out by one the 2022 Westfield High School spot in 2021 graduate said. “For that goal to be “It was tough going into this beaccomplished in a span of less than cause I had never run (an individual) two minutes, it felt like that would event before,” said Connor, who ran Connor have taken so much longer to finally in the 3,200 relay at the 2021 state have that happen. The feeling was what’s meet. “I knew going into that meet that I next. The satisfaction did end up coming a had been consistent, finishing in the top few days after when it did feel a little more spot each race. I knew I had what it took to real.” come out on top.” Connor captured the 800-meter run in a Connor said he cut his time at each personal-best time of 1:51.84 at the June 4 postseason meet, having previously won IHSAA boys track and field state finals in sectional and regional tittles. Bloomington. Connor became the first boys “I peaked right when I needed to. It was state track champion in WHS history. perfect timing on that plan,” he said. After winning, Connor said he was foConnor, who also competed in cross cused on trying to help the Shamrocks get country for the Shamrocks, will compete in a medal in the 1,600 relay. They ended up both sports at the University of Alabama. He placing eighth in that race. chose to walk on at Alabama because of its There was another thing keeping Connor excellent facilities and program.

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Foundation Fighting Blindness Indianapolis Chapter conducts inaugural fundraiser By Anna Skinner anna@youarecurrent.com Westfield resident Rick Poplin learned he was going deaf and blind at age 35 when he was diagnosed with Usher syndrome Type 2. Usher syndrome is a condition characterized by partial or total hearing and vision loss that worsens over time. Now 43, Poplin no longer drives. Everyday tasks are more difficult. But he is using his experience to help others as resource chair of the Foundation Fighting Blindness Indianapolis Chapter. “My whole world was rocked,” he said. “I wanted to find out current research and stuff like that and I couldn’t really find it from my doctor. Some of the in-the-trenches stuff you can never find. That’s what got me connected to the Foundation. It’s an opportunity to speak to people all over the world.” Foundation Fighting Blindness was founded in 1971. The Indianapolis chapter was established last year. The foundation’s goal is to drive the research that would lead to preventions, treatments and vision restoration for the spectrum of degenerative retinal diseases. “(Researchers) are isolating the genes and finding cures or ways to bring light back into people’s dark worlds,” Poplin said. “It is really nice to see that. For me, (seeing the research) was big because as a person, as a patient who is already suffering from a degenerative retinal disease with no cure, it’s comforting.” The Indianapolis chapter will conduct its inaugural fundraiser, Birdies Fore the Blind, June 30 at Ironwood Golf Club in Fishers. The event will raise money for the chapter and its initiatives. Poplin said before his diagnosis, he was extremely active and enjoyed playing basksetball. He hasn’t driven a vehicle in eight years since his diagnosis. “So, that’s kind of a bummer,” he said. “Day to day, I have my family, my seeing-eye people. They really do a good job supporting me and getting me where I need to go. I move forward just like any other person. I have bruises and cuts all over my shins from running into things. I don’t have peripheral vision. It’s like looking through a

Meagan Poplin, front, helps her husband Rick Poplin order a coffee from Java House barista Steph von Bulow, left. (Photo by Anna Skinner)

straw.” Foundation Fighting Blindness Indianapolis chapter President Angie Kirchoff said community is very important for people with vision loss. Kirchoff was diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa, an inherited degenerative disease, at age 32. Now 59, she’s starting to experience the effects of her disease. She was paired with Abbie, a black Lab guide dog, in 2021. “My interest in the foundation is to try and find a cure for this disease,” she said. “The foundation is the world’s leading driving influence behind research and funding for clinical trials to find cures for various types of retinal diseases.” Kirchoff was asked by the Foundation Fighting Blindness engagement manager in

Chicago if she would serve as president of the new Indianapolis chapter. Kirchoff immediately said yes. “Our biggest mission is to reach out to this area to those who are affected by retinal disease and provide support,” she said. “We are at the forefront of research and know what type of clinical research is being done for them. Our ultimate goal is to provide a mentor relationship for them, help them find resources in the area that can help them and also give them a source to go to for genetic testing.” For more, visit fightingblindness.org. ON THE COVER: Meagan Poplin helps her husband, Rick Poplin, cross a street. (Photo by Anna Skinner)

ABOUT BIRDIES FORE THE BLIND What: A fundraiser for the Foundation Fighting Blindness Indianapolis Chapter When: 9:30 a.m. to noon June 30 Where: Ironwood Golf Club, 10955 Fall Rd., Fishers Tickets: Tickets are $500 for a foursome More information: fightingblindness.org/events/ birdies-fore-the-blind-golf-outing-352

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“This is so very important that nothing else matters! Our ends assuredly justify the means. We are smart people. We have spent some time thinking about this problem. And we know that we have the only correct solution.” So goes the narrative. Agree with us, or those opposing are open to all manner of attack, polite or otherwise. Many imagine that others, with differing points of view, are stupid, evil and deserving of rebuke. It is all so very convenient to dismiss them, to vilify those who are otherwise not villains. Truly, there are a handful of critical realities where personal space must be allowed. But do we often restrain the behavior of other adults only to force them to conform with our current state of mind? History is littered with tales of our certainty gone wrong. Countless heretics died only to be proven correct only a few years later, small consolation. Still, we collectively tolerate the intolerance. Social media is rife with the clarion call: This is so important that the rules don’t apply; I’m so important that the rules don’t apply; I’m in such an emotional state that the rules don’t apply. Even so, isn’t there some value in adhering to a minimum standard? When are we able to suspend social order? How extreme must be the case? Have we slid too deep into the morass when we each decide what we can say to others and not to what we will allow them to say to us? When words are called violence and legislative votes are called murder, how do we confront actual violence and actual murderers? Are they the same thing? If we find ourselves always on high alert, when do we start ignoring the sounding of the alarm? Are we destined to miss a genuine warning?

Summer is in full swing, and I for one am already doing my darndest to hide from my children. I know, I know — some of you are already screaming, “You’re such a terrible mother!” But really, I’m just being honest, and I think most parents will appreciate my perspective: It’s all fun and games until it’s not, somewhere around mid-June. Sure, those first couple of weeks are grand. My coeds are home from school, we’re enjoying the laidback vibes of late mornings and no real schedules, and the flighty Indiana weather is finally cooperating. Our six-pack is generally kind to one another, and in the spirit of family reunited, we ignore the irritating idiosyncrasies of each other. But like our usually low Meijer bill, harmony will not last. Now, all I can do is focus on the noise and the mess and the never-ending loads of laundry. I get swept up in their sibling drama and inevitable boredom and pleas for cash. I can’t get a single moment to myself because someone, somewhere always seems to need me. Why? Did I not raise you to be independent? Go. Away. Too soon I find myself longing for August, when my time and my house will once again become my own. When communication with my darling offspring will equate to periodic check-ins via FaceTime. When I can return to an “outof-sight, out-of-mind” mentality and not obsess over the occasional bad choices my young adults will most certainly make. When a half-gallon of milk has a decent chance of expiring in the fridge. Terrible mother? Probs. But at least I’m honest. Peace out.

Terry Anker is an associate editor of Current Publishing, LLC. You may email him at terry@ youarecurrent.com.

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Attract pollinators without irritating neighbors Editor, I wish to comment on the irresponsible “No Mow May” article by Meredith McCutcheon. She has promulgated another unnecessary rift between people with different value sets. There are ways to attract pollinators without irritating your neighbors, lowering property values and violating your HOA rules. Instead of not mowing your yard, landscape with extensive flowerbeds. Plant sunflowers, marigolds and daisies. Single-head flowers produce more nectar than double-head flowers. Choose native plants. Native pollinators are adapted to them. To attract hummingbirds, choose perennial flowers like red or purple hollyhock, pink or red coral bells, bee balm, etc.

Provide refuge for your pollinators, such as hedges. Provide water in birdbaths, fountains or shallow dishes. Be sure to change nonmoving water frequently to avoid mosquito breeding. If you can afford to do so, plant your annuals prior to Mother’s Day and replant if needed. There are lawn care services that provide organic weed control. A simple internet search will yield multiple results. There are many pollinator-friendly flowering trees. Choose trees that flower at different times. In contrast to Ms. McCutcheon’s view, it is practical and easy to be in harmony with nature, neighbors and your HOA. Robert C. Evans, Fishers

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Financial technology firm SmartAsset recently completed a study determining which counties in Indiana FINANCE received the largest average tax refunds. SmartAsset divided the total amount of money refunded to residents in each county by the total

Rank County 1 Jay 2 Hamilton 3 Boone 4 LaGrange 5 Elkhart 6 Warrick 7 Lake 8 Porter 9 Posey 10 Franklin

Number of Taxpayers that Receive Refunds 7,400 112,540 23,580 14,060 79,040 23,770 189,680 66,490 9,480 8,420

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Average Tax Amount Refunded 3,295 3,159 3,124 3,055 2,896 2,891 2,866 2,866 2,824 2,820

Number of Taxpayers that Owe Taxes 1,190 42,190 7,870 2,520 13,250 5,440 35,830 14,670 2,030 1,700

Average Taxes Tax Amount Refunded Owed Index 3,945 24.85 7,847 22.1 7,683 21.4 3,752 20 5,075 16.8 6,203 16.7 3,800 16.2 5,315 16.2 8,291 15.35 4,855 15.27

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YAP students show versatility in cabaret show By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com Abigail Judy is finding a lot to like about her first Young Artists Program experience with Civic Theatre. PERFORMANCE “What I love most is getting the opportunity to work with such great directors and meeting new people,” said Judy, who will be a Carmel High School junior in August. The YAP’s “REVUE!” is set for 6 and 8 p.m. June 28 at the Studio Theater at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. “My favorite number that I’ve learned so far is ‘Holding Out for a Hero,’” Judy said. “The music is super fun and we do a lot of really great harmonies. The people in this number are super fun to work with and I think it will be one to the best.” One challenge is learning the numbers because rehearsals didn’t start until earlier this month. “It takes a lot of hard work and commitment to learn everything and put it all together in such a short amount of time,” she said. Anne Beck serves as YAP director. Johnna Tavianini is the music director and Kenny Shepard is the director. All three are Ball State University colleagues. “Kenny and Johnna are a power couple when it comes to putting this show together,” Beck said. “They are both a wealth of knowledge of musical theater songs from all kinds of shows. They always put together an amazing mix of songs people know along with ones not so well known to educate the audience and enlighten us with great material not as well known. “This year they did it again and Johnna also has put together some fabulous mash-ups. She is extraordinary at that.” Beck said there is an array of soloists in this year’s cast of 13. “So, it is an exciting year for the show chock full of such great talent,” Beck said. Tavianini said Shepard came up with creative questions for cast members based on some overlying, universal themes that all have to do with being teenagers.

‘MARY POPPINS’ “Mary Poppins” runs through July 10 at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre in Indianapolis. For more, visit beefandboards.com. ‘MURDERED TO DEATH’ Red Barn Summer Theatre’s “Murdered to Death’ starts June 22 and runs through July 2 at the Red Barn Theatre in Frankfort. For more, visit redbarntheatre.net. ‘THE LITTLE MERMAID’ Jr. Civic Theatre’s production of “The Little Mermaid Jr.” is set for June 24-29 at The Tarkington at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. ‘JUST A COUPLE OF FOOLS’

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“By using their responses, he crafted a personalized script with the music that we’ve chosen supporting the stories that our cast members are going to share with the audience,” Tavianini said. This is Tavianini’s second year as music director for “REVUE!” “This year and last year I have been just blown away with the work ethic of the young cast and am immensely proud to see the steady growth in each of them as performers,” Tavianini said. “I love being able to set the bar high and getting to take them all by the hand and help them get there.” Tavianini said part of her job as music director is to make sure that all cast members sing music that supports their stories. “I love writing the arrangements and personalizing the music to serve the group in front of me,” Tavianini said. Tavianini and Shepard worked together for the first time last year on “REVUE!” “We are all so lucky to have Johnna on board,” Shepard said. “She really is a genius at making these young artists sound like stars while propelling their unique

stories through music.” Having only 10 rehearsals is a challenge to learn all the songs and monologues, Shepard said. “Another challenge, which I love, is making sure each artist’s voice is heard and each story is told authentically,” he said. “All 13 of them answered a long list of questions for me, and I took their experiences about social media, dating, family, friendships, bullying and other topics and wrote a script, often using their words verbatim as monologues.” Shepard said the song “Children Will Listen” from “Into The Woods” is powerful. “The lyrics and Johnna’s arrangement work so well to further the stories many of them are telling,” Shepard said. “These performers are very brave sharing personal experiences about racism, dating as a member of the transgender community and being bullied. I respect their honesty and openness more than I can say. The social media section is also an eye-opener to me. These teenagers communicate and validate each other in ways that are so foreign to other generations.”

Actors Theatre of Indiana Live will present Darrin Murrell and John Vessels in “Just A Couple of Fools: A Vaudeville Cabaret!” at 7:30 p.m. June 23 at Feinstein’s Cabaret at the Hotel Carmichael in Carmel. For more, visit feinsteinshc.com.

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Mystery spoof set at Red Barn By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com “Murdered to Death” suits Luke McLaughlin just fine. “I enjoy the murder mysTHEATER tery genre and it has a comedic spin to it as well,” said McLaughlin, who is directing the production at the Red Barn Summer Theatre. “I enjoy putting those two things together. As an English teacher, there are a lot of references to classic literature and Agatha Christie that I appreciate and enjoy.” “Murdered to Death” runs June 22 through July 2 at the Frankfort venue. The show is a spoof of the Agatha Christie whodunit genre set in an English Manor. “It’s a fun script, a nice mix of mystery and comedy,” said McLaughlin, a Frankfort resident who teaches at Clinton Prairie High School. “I’ve seen it on a stage before and when I saw it, I thought this is a great show I wanted to either direct or be in one day.” McLaughlin is pulling double duty. McLaughlin, Red Barn’s associate artistic director, is one of the two male leads in the

Rochelle Myers, left, and David Kenworthy rehearse lines for “Murdered to Death.” (Photo courtesy of Luke McLaughlin)

production of “Deceiving Granny,” which was set to end June 19. McLaughlin saw the play at Frankfort High School several years ago. Michael Taylor, Red Barn’s artistic director and a Frankfort High School theater teacher, directed the high school production. Among the performers in the show is Jan McGill, who has performed for 43 seasons with Red Barn. McLaughlin said another performer, Linda Benge, has performed for more than 20 years at the theater. Benge and McLaughlin are Frankfort residents. For more, visit redbarntheatre.net.

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A history of Rome’s obelisks Commentary by Don Knebel Today, in the continuing series about Rome, we look at its obelisks, eight of which have connections to TRAVEL three religious traditions. More than 4,000 years ago, Egyptians began carving obelisks, weighing up to 400 tons and standing up to 150 feet high, from single blocks of granite. Egyptian temples featured two matching obelisks at the entrances, their gradually sloping sides and pyramidal tops symbolizing the divine connection between Egyptian pharaohs and the sun god. When the Romans gained control of Egypt in 30 B.C., they began taking down the obelisks and transporting them on specially built ships to Rome, where they reerected them with an ingenious system of ropes and pulleys. The first obelisk taken to Rome was erected by Emperor Augustus at the center of Circus Maximus, symbolizing the divine connection between Augustus and the Roman gods. After the fall of the Western Roman Empire, all but one of the Egyptian obelisks eventually toppled and broke apart. Beginning in the 16th century, popes

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Words don’t pass smell test Commentary by Curtis Honeycutt Have you ever crossed paths with a While I’ve never come nose-to-tail with a skunk, I’ve taken notice where one has raised a stink, so to GRAMMAR GUY speak. What gives a skunk its spunk? I don’t know — but I can tell you all about skunked terms. Take the word “biweekly,” for example. Traditionally, biweekly has meant “every two weeks.” Your job may pay you biweekly. Although this is what the word originally meant, people have come to understand “biweekly” to mean “twice a week.” Biweekly is a classic example of a skunked term, a phrase coined by lexicographer Bryan A. Garner in 2008. A skunked term is a word that becomes tricky to use because it is transitioning from one definition to another. Whether it’s correct or not, the trending usage of biweekly makes it a confusing word to use. What I’m suggesting is that we hit the pause button on using skunk terms. Since the words we choose are critical in making

our communication clear, using a word that is transitioning from one definition to another is distracting, if not downright confusing. Here are some more examples of skunked terms. “Decimate” originally meant taking out one-tenth of an enemy’s army; now it has come to mean totally destroying something. A “factoid” used to be an untrue statement that many believe to be accurate; now it means a small fact. Confusing, right? Originally the term “disinterested” meant “unbiased,” while now many use it to mean “uninterested.” Similarly, the word “nonplussed” originally meant surprised and confused, while many people use it today to mean unconcerned. Because these words are somewhere between their original meanings and their “trending” meanings, they’re skunked.

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known is the 84-foot-tall obelisk now in St. Peter’s Square, the only one that never toppled. The largest Egyptian obelisk, about 150 feet tall and the last to be brought to Rome, is now located across from the Archbasilica of Saint John Lateran. Another Egyptian obelisk is now located in Piazza del Rotonda, just outside Rome’s famous domed Pantheon. Others are located in Piazza di Monte Citorio, Piazza di Santa Maria sopra Minerva, in front of the Palazzo Massimo alle Terme and at the Villa Celimontana. Five

other obelisks in Rome, including the one in Piazza Navona, were created by Romans using Egyptian models. The next time you visit Rome, you might enjoy a walking trip to find its obelisks.

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NOTICE OF PROJECT ADVANCEMENT – State Road 32 Westfield Reconstruction Project, Westfield, Hamilton County, Indiana, DES # 1801731 June 2022 The City of Westfield held a public hearing in January 2022 for a proposed reconstruction project located along State Road (SR) 32 in Westfield, Hamilton County. This public hearing was held as part of the environmental analysis phase as required per the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA). Public involvement is an important element of a comprehensive decision-making process. The purpose of the proposed project is to improve corridor mobility along SR 32 through the downtown Westfield area for both motorists and pedestrians alike. The Preferred Alternative consists of widening and reconstructing SR 32 from just east of the Poplar Street roundabout to just east of Timberbrook Run. Outside of the boundaries of the Stultz-Stanley House (209 W Main Street) and the Westfield Historic District (NR-2521), the existing 2-lane section of SR 32 will be reconstructed to consist of four, 11-to-12-foot wide travel lanes (two westbound, two eastbound), with a raised 13-foot wide center median, curb and gutter, and 8-foot wide sidewalks separated by 6-foot wide grass buffers on both sides of the roadway. Along SR 32 left turns will be restricted with left turn movements only available at Westlea Drive/Mill Street and Union Street. This reconstruction will result in widening the roadway to the south by approximately 25-feet. Additionally, new pedestrian crosswalks with refuge islands will be constructed along SR 32 in three locations: just east of Westlea Drive/Mill Street, just west of Walnut Street, and just west of Cherry Street. Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFBs) will be installed at these pedestrian crossings to increase driver awareness of pedestrians. In front of the Stultz-Stanley House (209 W Main Street), SR 32 will be shifted north by approximately 34-feet, and the typical section of SR 32 will remain the same with the exception of no 6-foot wide grass buffer along the south side of the roadway between the sidewalk and roadway. Within the boundaries of the Westfield Historic District (NR-2521), SR 32 will be reconstructed to consist of four, 11-to-12-foot wide travel lanes, an 11-foot wide turn lane, a 2-foot wide raised center curb with 1-foot wide curb offset, curb and gutter, and 8-foot wide sidewalks separated by 6-foot wide buffers on both sides of the roadway. This will result in widening SR 32 to the south by approximately 25-feet and result in the removal of four buildings from the Westfield Historic District: 101 S. Union Street, 102 S. Union Street, 103 S. Union Street and 111 E. Main Street. Moving east outside of the district, the intersection of SR 32 and East Street will be reconstructed to a two-lane roundabout with 11-to-12-foot wide travel lanes (two westbound, two eastbound) with 8-foot wide sidewalks separated by 6-foot wide grass buffers on all sides. North of the roundabout, East Street will be reconstructed to consist of two 11-foot wide travel lanes (one northbound, one southbound) with 6-foot wide sidewalks adjacent to the curb and gutter on the west side of the roadway. East Street will be realigned to provide the appropriate transition into the roundabout as well as to straighten out the existing S-curve along East Street, north of Penn Street. East of the roundabout and extending to just east of Timberbrook Run, SR 32 will be reconstructed to consist of four 11-to-12-foot wide travel lanes (two westbound, two eastbound). The existing 186-foot long 6-foot tall by 10-foot wide box culvert between Westlea Drive and Camilla Court, which conveys the unnamed tributary (UNT) to Grassy Branch under SR 32, will have the portion within the proposed permanent right-of-way (ROW) replaced. The project will acquire approximately 3.34 acres of permanent ROW and 1.62 acres of temporary ROW from residential and commercial properties. In addition to the four buildings within the Westfield Historic District, the project will result in the relocation of eight buildings outside of the Westfield Historic District: 201 W Main Street, 123 W Main Street, 201 E Main Street, 211 E Main Street, 215 E Main Street, 221 E Main Street, 325 E Main Street, and 411 E Main Street. Overall, the project will result in the relocation of thirteen buildings. 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Looking for job security? Simpson Construction Services has so much work that it must hire ﬁve people for residential remodeling NOW. The skilled carpenters we select will have strong abilities in bathroom remodeling, but also with respect to kitchens, decks, basements, wood and tile ﬂooring, doors and windows, interior and exterior painting, drywall, plumbing and electrical, siding and room additions. Again: Only skilled carpenters need apply. For immediate consideration, call Gary Simpson at 317.703.9575.

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June 21, 2022

NOW HIRING

Current in Westfield

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EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITIES WITH THE INDIANA ATTORNEY GENERAL’S OFFICE

ANNUAL SUN, SAND, & SEE SALE

The Office seeks driven, experienced trial attorneys with a commitment to public service to successfully handle complex and high-level cases before state and federal courts. You would handle all phases of litigation, including but not limited to research and preparation of pleadings, motions and briefs, consultation with clients, settlements, trials, etc. If you seek career ascension opportunities performing work which simply cannot be matched, working with fun, energetic and passionate professionals, we have the position for you. Join the State’s law firm, the Office of the Indiana Attorney General.

Come SEE us during the month of June!

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June 21, 2022

Current in Westfield

www.currentinwestfield.com

Good friends and good times without pier pressure Not every day has to have a deadline! We made sure that finding things to do at Osborne Trails is easy — but finding a way to relax is even easier. Whether you’re chitchatting over drinks on the pier, wetting a line in the pond, catching some rays on a lounge chair or floating weightless in the resort pool, there are zero demands here. No to-do lists. No lawns to mow or weeds to pull. Just neighbors to visit and grandchildren to invite over. Whenever you feel like taking it easy, Osborne Trails has you set up for success!

55 and better living in Westfield • • • • •

Located at 193rd and Springmill 180 acres with proposed 3 miles of walking/biking trails An abundance of outdoor living with front and rear covered porches available Low-maintenance lifestyle Stunning clubhouse with soaring 2-story fireplace, lounge area, fitness area, pool and multiple gathering spaces • Full schedule of fun-filled events and activities

Fletcher Homesite 251 | 2 Beds | 2 Baths 2-Car Garage | 1,674 Sq. Ft. • Kitchen with large center island • Flex room

• Rear Covered Patio • Garage storage

Welcome Home Center | 19373 Sumrall Place Westfield, IN 46074

at no extra cost to you.

Quartz countertops in kitchen and baths | Kitchens with stainless steel appliances, even the fridge! | Upgraded hard surface flooring Hardie® Plank siding | Dimensional shingles | And MORE! For more information, please contact Carol Feipel, Greg Randolph, Sunny Salmon, Tamywa Thurman, Kim Yoder and Anastasia Brasco at 317-659-3230.

Pursuant to the Fair Housing Act, this housing is intended for occupancy by at least one person 55 years of age or older per home, although the occupants of a limited number of the homes may be younger. Within this limited number, one member of the household must be 45 years or older with no one in permanent residence under 19 years of age. Existing and proposed amenities for the community are subject to changes, substitutions and/or deletions without notice. Lennar makes no representation or guarantee that the community or any amenities will be built out as currently planned. Please see your New Home Consultant and home purchase agreement for actual features designated as an Everything’s Included feature, additional information, disclosures, and disclaimers relating to your home and its features. Elevations of a home may vary and we reserve the right to substitute and /or modify design and materials, in our sole opinion and without notice. Please see your actual home purchase agreement for additional information, disclosures and disclaimers related to the home and its features. Stated dimensions and square footage are approximate and should not be used as representation of the home’s precise or actual size. Any statement, verbal or written, regarding “under air” or “finished area” or any other description or modifier of the square footage size of any home is a shorthand description of the manner in which the square footage was estimated and should not be construed to indicate certainty. Garage sizes may vary from home to home and may not accommodate all vehicles. Features, amenities, floor plans, elevations, square footage and designs vary per plan and community and are subject to changes or substitution without notice. Lennar makes no guarantee as to the availability of homes within the price ranges set forth above. Price subject to change without notice. Visit Lennar.com or see a Lennar New Home Consultant for further details and important legal disclaimers. This is not an offer in states where prior registration is required. Void where prohibited by law. This advertisement provided by Lennar Indianapolis located at 11555 N. Meridian Street, Suite 400, Carmel, IN 46032. To ensure delivery of future emails from Lennar, please add LennarIND@Lennar.com to your address book today. Copyright © 2022 Lennar Corporation Lennar, the Lennar logo and the Everything’s Included logo are U.S. registered service marks or service marks of Lennar Corporation and/or its subsidiaries. LNIND1122