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The Garrett Clipper An edition of The
THURSDAY AUGUST 22, 2013
VOL. 127 ISSUE #67 On the web at: kpcnews.com
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Council OKs library funding By Sue Carpenter scarpenter@kpcmedia.com GARRETT — The Garrett Common Council approved a resolution by a 4-1 vote to appropriate $300,000 for the Garrett Public Library following a public hearing Tuesday. The money would come from the Library Improvement Reserve Fund to help with immediate costs for a 6,800-foot, two-level expansion to the 100-year-old Garrett Public Library. The library board gave its unanimous approval at a meeting last week. Under Indiana code, such appropriations need approval by the common council for appointed boards such as the library.
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Library director Cate Birdseye opened the hearing by introducing members of the Garrett Public Library Board, representatives of the Library Foundation and Garrett Friends of the Library, patrons and families who attended the hearing on behalf of the measure. She explained the $1.9 million cost for the project, originally estimated at $1.6 million, grew “because bids were a bit higher than wanted.” Birdseye also told the council additional costs, including moving books and shelves and renovation of the old portion of the library, were rolled into the plan. She plans to appropriate an additional $100,000 from the Library Improvement Reserve Fund to help
with the higher cost. The city council earlier approved a $1.5 million bond to fund the project, which will remain the same. Any cost up to that amount can be reimbursed to the library at the end of the project. Jack Krouse, president of Construction Control Inc. of Fort Wayne, told council members the low bid for the project includes work by four local firms, which represent $800,000, or half of the cost of the project. He estimated a $4 million impact to the community if money changes hands five times. Resident Ron Matthews said it appeared the “library board paid attention.” He added that to wait to build would “make no sense. Get it
done and over with.” Library patron Jane Herendeen said she often uses the library with her daughters. She told council members that study groups at the library are difficult due to space issues and distractions, and she hopes to see change in the future. The proposed additional space would be used for two community rooms on the second floor and youth and children’s areas on the main level. Local businessman Bill Yoder also spoke in favor of the measure. “I think Garrett is currently more attractive than ever,” Yoder said, noting the new school, great athletic facilities and the downtown area. He said the library project would add further appeal
YFC plans auction AUBURN — Youth for Christ is currently collecting items for its upcoming benefit auction scheduled Saturday, Sept. 7 at the Youth for Christ Center on 1600 S. Grandstaff Drive, Auburn. The auction is scheduled to start at 10 a.m. Donations of new and/or slightly used items with a value $25 or more are currently being accepted at the Grandstaff location. All donations will be sold on Sept. 7, with the funds being used towards fall Campus Life programs for junior high and high school students in the four-county area. Call 925-1058 or visit yfcweb. com with questions about a possible donation or to see a current list.
Student center is open daily GARRETT — Oasis Student Center, an outreach of the First Church of Christ, is open at the corner of Randolph and King streets in downtown Garrett. The program is open for grades 6-12 from 3-6 p.m. Monday through Friday. The center includes a study area, game area, snacks and video game area.
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Representatives from agencies awarded Power of the Purse grants attended a recent reception in the United Way office in Auburn. In front, from left, are Mike Maxson of Serenity House; David Frey with Boomerang Backpacks; Mandy Young, co-chair of the Power of the Purse committee; Kari Minch of DeKalb County Special Olympics; and Judy Strock of DeKalb County Domestic Violence Taskforce. In back are Renee Florin of Shelter Ministries; Denise Payton of RISE; Sue Blotkamp of Judy A. Morrill Recreation Center; Linda Dunn from the Waterloo Public Library; Diane Smith and Mary Jo Hardiman from YWCA; and Marcia Provines of DeKalb Council on Pregnancy.
United Way hands out Power of the Purse grants Funds support programs for area women, children AUBURN — The United Way of DeKalb County has announced the recipients of its 2013 Power of the Purse grants. With the support of community corporate sponsors, purse donors, a volunteer planning committee and more than 400 people who attended, the annual event raised more than $33,000 to support programming for women and children in DeKalb County.
These organizations received grants: Boomerang Backpacks Inc. $5,000, DeKalb Council on Pregnancy $2,894, DeKalb County Chamber Partnership $1,000, DeKalb County Domestic Violence Task Force $2,000, DeKalb County Special Olympics $5,000, Judy A. Morrill Recreation Center Girls’ Club $1,500, RISE, Inc. Self Advocacy and Awareness Training $4,000, Serenity House women’s group
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Cub Scouts’ Round-up, camp-out Saturday
POWER OF THE PURSE GRANT RECIPIENTS
Tractor pull event to benefit Camp Riley AUBURN — The 13th annual “We Pull for Camp Riley” benefit tractor pull will take place Saturday at the DeKalb County fairgrounds. Proceeds from the fundraising event provide scholarships for local children with disabilities, giving them the opportunity to attend Camp Riley. Last year, more than $6,500 was donated to the camp. Over the years, more than 80 camp experiences have been provided for children. The weigh-in will begin Saturday at 7 a.m., with pulling to start at 9 a.m. Division I and Division II classes and Double Tree are $10 per hook, with special prizes for first, second and third places. Open Cash Classes are $25 per hook, with the winner getting half of the hook fees and the other half going to Camp Riley Children’s Foundation. These classes are for open rpm, any gear and weights. Kids’ pedal pulls will be at 1 p.m. For information, contact Chuck Arnett at 337-5031, Max Trubey at 927-7930 or Brian and Dawn Aschleman at 925-2060.
to those looking to move to the community. His wife, Ethel, serves on the library board. Mayor Tonya Hoeffel also spoke in favor of the project. She mentioned the library was once used for Girl Scout meetings, and that her children attended story time and other activities at the site, watched movies and borrowed books. “It serves a great purpose within our city,” she said. “It is one of the amenities we are very proud of. Our library is more than a building with books.” Third District Councilwoman Amanda Charles cast the lone dissenting vote.
counseling $2,000, Shelter Ministries $2,000, Waterloo Grant Township Public Library Early Literacy Station $2,898, and YWCA Northeast Indiana Steps to Success $3,000. People attending the event also donated new or gently used purses that were distributed to Alliance Industries, G-K-B Head Start, DeKalb County Council on Aging and the Dress for Success program of the Women’s Bureau.
GARRETT — Cub Scout Pack 3178 will hold its annual Cub Scout Round-Up on Saturday, Aug. 24, at 4:30 p.m. in the southeast corner of the field (near the baseball fields) at American Legion Post #178, 515 W Fifth Avenue, Garrett. Anyone interested in learning more about Cub Scouting is encouraged to attend. A potluck dinner, the Pack’s annual Opening Campfire, and a campout will also be held. All family members are welcome at all events. All campout participants must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Cub Scout Pack 3178 does not deny any child participation for financial reasons, so that he can benefit from the Cub Scout program. Leaders are dedicated to teaching youth to become productive, loyal citizens and leaders of the community and our country. Cub Scouting is a year-round, family-oriented part of the Boy Scouts of America program designed for boys who are in first through fifth grades or are 7 - 10 years of age. Parents, leaders, and organizations work together to achieve the ten purposes of Cub Scouting: Character Development, Spiritual Growth, Good Citizenship, Sportsmanship and Fitness, Family Understanding, Respectful Relationships, Personal Achievement, Friendly Service, Fun and Adventure, & Preparation for Boy Scouts. Anyone with questions or are unable to attend Saturday should call Cubmaster Ted Custer at (260) 357-4010 or Assistant Cubmaster Brad Clingan at (260) 804-4360.
Judy’s Lucky Day opens in downtown By Sue Carpenter scarpenter@kpcmedia.com GARRETT —A new resale shop has opened in downtown Garrett. Judy’s Lucky Day opened Aug. 5 at 216 S. Randolph Street. Shop owner Judy Keeran named the store to indicate the great finds at reasonable prices. Items include kids and adult clothing, home furnishings and housewares, consignment furniture, kitchen appliances, lamps, quilt racks, collectibles and knick-knacks and much more. Keeran has lived in Garrett for the past 10 years, and formerly owned a business in San Diego. Plans are to stay with more upscale items in the shop, she said. A line of artwork and books will be offered in the future. Those wishing to consign items should bring them to the shop for consideration or phone 260-333-6012. Hours are Tuesday -Wednesday 10-5, Thursday 10-, Friday 10-4, Sunday noon - 4 p.m. Closed Monday and Saturday. Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash are accepted.
Sue Carpenter
Judy Keeran offers a variety of consignment and resale items at Judy’s Lucky Day in downtown Garrett.