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2020 Valparaiso
FACTBOOK
A special publication of the Kankakee Valley Post News
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Vale of Paradise: City of Valparaiso The City of Valparaiso is the county seat for Porter County, which borders Lake Michigan in northwest Indiana. The Indiana Dunes National Park stretches across the northern portion of the county, a short drive from the city. Valpo (as locals call it) is rich in art, culture and recreational opportunities, and home to the 127-year old Memorial Opera House and the Porter County Museum. It is also home to Valparaiso University and Ivy Tech State College. The city offers a variety of parks and recreational areas. The site of present-day Valparaiso was included in the purchase of land from the Potawatomi people by the U.S. Government in October 1832. Chiqua’s town or Chipuaw was located a mile east of the current courthouse along the Sauk Trail. Chiqua’s town existed from or before 1830 until after 1832. The location is just north of the railroad crossing on State Route 2 and County Road 400 North. Located on the ancient Native American trail from Rock Island to Detroit, the town had its first log cabin in 1834. Established in 1836 as Portersville, county seat of Porter County, it was renamed to Valparaiso (meaning “Vale of Paradise” in Old Spanish) in 1837 after Valparaíso, Chile, near which the county’s namesake David Porter battled in the Battle of Valparaiso
during the War of 1812. The city was once called the “City of Churches” due to the large number of churches located there at the end of the 19th Century. Valparaiso Male and Female College, one of the earliest higher education institutions admitting both men and women in the country, was founded in Valparaiso in 1859, but closed its doors in 1871 before reopening in 1873 as the Northern Indiana Normal School and Business Institute. In the early 20th century, it became Valparaiso College, then Valparaiso University. It was initially affiliated with the Methodist Church but after 1925 with the Lutheran University Association (which has relationships both with the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod, and with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America) and expanded significantly after World War II. Valparaiso also has a long history of being a transportation hub for the region. In 1858, the Pittsburgh, Fort Wayne and Chicago Railroad reached Valparaiso, connecting the city directly to Chicago. By 1910, an interurban railway connected the city to Gary, Indiana. Today, while the city no longer has a passenger train station, it is still very much a part of the “Crossroads of America” due to its proximity to I-65, I-80, I-90, and I-94. Additionally, the Canadian National railroad still runs freight on the tracks, including through the downtown area.
Table of Contents Valparaiso City Government . . . . . . 3 Valpo Facts & Figures . . . . .4 Valpo Community Schools. . .5 Parks and Recreation . . . .6 Police and Fire . . . . 10 Porter County Museum . . . . .11 Memorial Opera House . . . .11 Collecting Dolls is passion for young and old . . . 12
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City Government of Valparaiso
Matt Murphy Mayor
Peter Anderson Dist. 5
Clerk/Treasurer Sharon Swihart
George Douglas At-Large
Diana Reed Dist. 1
Evan Costas At-Large
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The City of Valparaiso is governed by the mayor and a seven member city council. Day to day operations are under the city administrator. Mayor Matt Murphy began his first term as mayor of Valparaiso in January 2020. Prior to becoming mayor, he represented District 3 as a councilman for the city before being elected mayor. He is a life-long resident of Valparaiso, He received his BA from Indiana University Northwest and his MBA from Valparaiso University in 2009. He was the city’s economic development director from 2007 to 2013. The city council members are District 1: Diana Reed, District 2: Robert Cotton, District 3: Casey Schmidt, District 4: Jack Pupillo, District 5: Peter Anderson, and two at-large members: ¡George Douglas and Evan Costas. The council meets the second and fourth Monday of each month at 7 p.m. in Valparaiso City Hall, located at 166 Lincolnway, downtown Valparaiso. The city administrator is Mike Jessen. He reports directly to the mayor and is responsible for implementing policy directives of both the mayor and the city council. As administrator, he is also responsible for strategic planning, financial management and citywide communication. He coordinates daily operations in the following departments: engineering, human resources, information technology (IT), parks and recreation, planning, public works, project management and utilities. To reach city hall, call 219-462-1161. The Valparaiso City Hall is open Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The mayor’s email is mayormurphy@valpo.us. His executive assistant, Marci Palmer, can be reached at the city hall number or through email at mpalmer@valpo.us. The fax number for city hall is 219-462-4273. The city clerk/treasurer is Holly Taylor (htaylor@valpo.us). She is the fiscal officer for the city. The city clerk/treasurer position is an elected office. Currently, there are five full time employees including Taylor, and one part time employee. The office can be reached at the city hall number and is open during regular city hall hours. Boards and Commissions
The City of Valparaiso has a number of boards and commissions that oversee separate areas of city business.
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Valparaiso Facts & Figures • Valparaiso, Valpo to locals, is the county seat of Porter County in Northwest Indiana. • According to the US Census Bureau, the estimated population in 2018 was 33,729, an increase of 1,103 people since 2015. • Median household income 2013-2017 was $52,507. • Persons in poverty is 13.6 percent according to the US Census Bureau, 2013-2017. • Valparaiso was included in a purchase of land by the United States Government from the Potowatami Indians in 1832. • Valparaiso means “Valley of Paradise” in old Spanish. It was once called Portersville, established in 1836, and was renamed in 1837, after David Porter, the county’s namesake, fought in the Battle of Valparaiso during the War of 1812. It is named after the city of the same name in Chile. • Valparaiso sits on the site of the Sauk Trail, which ran from Rock Island, Illinois, through northwest Indiana to Detroit, Michigan. • Valparaiso has a mayor and a seven person city council representing five districts with two at-large seats. • Valparaiso is home to Valparaiso University, founded in 1859. It is also home to a branch of Ivy Tech State College. • Valparaiso is a transportation hub, located midway between Chicago and South Bend with access to the South Shore rail line, ChicaGo Dash and its own V-Line bus system. It is situated along US Hwy. 30, State Road 49 and State Road 2. • Lincoln Highway, US 30, was the first coast to coast roadway in the country. Valparaiso became part of that route. A marker designating such (pictured) sits in front of city hall. According to the American Community Survey 2014-2018 five year estimates: • The median value of owner-occupied housing units is $175,100. The median selected monthly owner costs – with mortgage is $1,325. • Number of households: 14,085 with 2.31 persons per household. • Per capita income in 2017 dollars is $29,067. • Education in Valparaiso, according to the US Census Bureau of Education: High school graduate or higher, percent of persons age 25 years+, (2014-2018) is 94.7 percent, Bachelor’s Degree or higher, percent of persons age 25 years+ (2013-2017) is 39.5 percent. • In civilian labor force, total, percent of population age 16 years+, (2013-2017) is 60.8 percent. In civilian labor force,
without health insurance: 7.5% • Male median income: $40,790 • Female median income: $19,582.
female, percent of population age 16 years+, (2010-2014) is 55 percent. • Total accommodation and food service sales 2012 $107,638. • Total health care and social assistance receipts/revenue, 2012 is $313,333 • Total retail sales per capita, 2012 is $26,695. • The number of veterans living in Valparaiso in 2019 was 1,528. • Percentage of persons living in poverty: 12.9%, persons
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Valparaiso: Home to 11 community schools Valparaiso Community Schools include eight elementary schools, two midd l e schools and a h i g h school. School board members are appointed by the Valparaiso City Council, with one seat on the board up for renewal every June 30. In May, the council seeks applicants from citizens interested in serving on the school board. The school corporation office is located at 3801 N. Campbell St., 219-531-3000. Dr. Michael Berta is the Interim Superintendent of Schools. Dr. Jim McCall is the Asst. Superintendent. Nick Allison is the Director of Secondary Education and Brandie Muha is the Director of Elementary Education.
The elementary schools are: Central Elementary at 305 Franklin St. is a 4-Star school. Michael Rayson is principal, mrayson@valpo.k12.in.us. Contact the school at 219-531-3030. Cooks Corner Elementary is located at 358 Bullseye Lake Rd. Elaina Miller (emiller@valpo.k12.in.us) is principal. The phone number is 219-531-3040. Flint Lake Elementary can be found at 4106 Calumet Ave. Principal Phyllis Allison can be emailed at pallison@valpo.k12.in.us and the phone number is 219-531-3160. Dr. Bonnie Stephens is the principal at the new Heavilin Elementary School, which opened Aug. 13, 2017. The school is located at 2450 Heavilin Rd. The school can be reached at 219-476-8820. Memorial Elementary is located at 1052 Park Ave. Debra Misecko (dmisecko@valpo.k12.in.us) is the principal. The school can be reached at 219-531-3090. Northview Elementary is located at 257 Northview Dr. The principal is Loren Hershberger, lhershberger@valpo.k12. in.us. Phone 219531-3100. Parkview Elemen-
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tary is found at 1405 Wood St., and the phone number is 219-531-3110. Calli Dado is the principal, cdado@valpo.k12.in.us. Thomas Jefferson Elementary’s principal is David Muniz., dmuniz@valpo.k12.in.us. The school is located at 1700 Roosevelt Rd., 219-531-3130. Middle Schools Benjamin Franklin Middle School is at 605 Campbell St. Jeanie Sienkowski is the principal and Nick Slater is the assistant principal. The number is 219-531-3020. Thomas Jefferson Middle School is located at 1600 Roosevelt Rd., 219-531-3140. Mark Maudlin is the principal and Erin Strauss is the assistant principal. High School Valparaiso High School has an average enrollment of 2,082 students in 9th through 12th grades. It was designated a 4-Star School, four years in a row. Dr. Veronica Tobon is the principal. Assistant Principals are Ashley Monroe, Daniel Hadary and Jarad Miller. Dean of Students is Michelle Bush and Dean of Attendance is Barak Coolman. The high school is located at 2727 N. Campbell St. The main office number is 219-531-3070, athletics is 219531-3080 and attendance is 219-531-3079.
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Valpo offers 17 parks for fun and relaxation Valparaiso has 17 parks and a golf course for fun, play and relaxation. The parks are 200 East, Banta Park, Berkley Park, Bicentennial Park, Central Park Plaza, Forest Park, Foundation Meadows and Butterfly Meadows, Glenrose Park, Jessee-Pifer Park, Kirchhoff Park, Ogden Gardens Park, Old Fairgrounds Park, Rogers-Lakewood Park, Tower Park, Valplayso, Westside Park and Will Park. A new dog park, ValPAWraiso Dog Park, spans over 2 acres while featuring a large dog area and a separate small dog area, pavilions in each area, concrete pathways into each area and a plaza complete with PAW print bricks and archway. The second phase coming late summer/early fall of 2020 will feature a restroom, drinking fountain for both humans and dogs,and a paw wash. The Forest Park Golf Course is described on the city’s web site as a “somewhat wide open traditional parkland front nine, and a very challenging back nine that has several elevation changes and relatively small greens, Forest Park awakes the senses and challenges your skills.” Ogden Gardens features a Japanese Garden, a gazebo,
trails, streams and a pond with koi. It is an oasis of beauty within the city where visitors can relax and enjoy the views in a relaxing stroll through the park. It is located at Campbell St. and Harrison Blvd., about 3/4 mile north of Lincolnway. Central Park Plaza is located in downtown Valparaiso and offers a skating rink in the winter and a splash pad in the summer. It also houses the Porter Health Amphitheater, the William E. Urschel Pavilion and a statue of the city’s famous popcorn maker, Orville Redenbacher. Valplayso is located on the south side of Glendale Blvd., east of Roosevelt Rd. It was designed and built in 1994 by the Valparaiso community in anticipation of the 50th anniversary of the establishment of the Valparaiso Department of Parks and Recreation. Community participation was incorporated into all phases of the designing and building of Valplayso; more than 2,600 children and adult volunteers shared in the experience. Energetic foundation members and committed park staff coordinated the community project. Valplayso was updated on its 20th anniversary in 2014 with more fun for children to enjoy.
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Old Fairgrounds Park is located at 704 McCord Rd. at Evans and Calumet Ave. It features the Butterfield Family Pavilion, a 5,000 sq. ft. building that was originally the 4-H Building when the park was once the Porter County Fairgrounds. It is available for rental. Softball fields can be found at Bicentennial Park, which also features a multi-purpose area with a basketball backstop and newly refurbished playground equipment and tennis courts. Visit the Parks Dept. web site at ci.valparaiso.in.us to learn about all the city’s parks and programs
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The Valparaiso Police Dept. is located at 355 S. Washington St. The Police Chief is Jeffrey Balon and the Asst. Chief is Michael DeHaven. Captain of Patrol is David Richardson and Captain of Investigation is Brian McDonald. The department has six K9 teams. All dogs are trained in narcotic detection, tracking, evidence location, handler protection, and suspect apprehension. The Valparaiso Police Department’s Bicycle Patrol Unit was implemented in the spring of 2004 with four officers, patrolling from May to October,. The largest and most visible division is the Patrol Division. Officers are divided into four crews that work 12-hour shifts. The non-emergency phone number is 219-462-2135. For emergencies, dial 9-1-1.
The Valparaiso Fire Dept. is headquartered at 2605 Cumberland Dr., Station No. 2. There are three fire stations. Station 1 is located at 205 Indiana Ave., and Station 3 is located at County Rd. 222 North and 250 West. The Fire Chief is Chad Dutz and Asst. Chiefs are Jon Daley - line operations and Scott Arnold - Emergency Medical Services. (EMS). The department was established in 1868. Administrative hours are Monday thru Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The non-emergency number is 219-462-8325. The Valparaiso Fire Department is a career department made up of 68 men and women, that serve the citizens of Valparaiso and Center Township. Valparaiso Fire is also responsible for providing Advanced Life Support ambulance service throughout their coverage area that includes a population of 45,000 and covers an area of approximately 33 square miles.
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Preserving local history: Porter County Museum The Porter County Museum is located at 153 Franklin St., just off the courthouse square in downtown Valparaiso. During 2016, the museum celebrated its 100th year, dusting off some old exhibits and bringing them out for display. The museum was begun after an exhibition of historical artifacts from the county were part of Indiana’s 100th year of statehood celebration. Owners of the artifacts neglected to pick up their items after the exhibition closed, and the museum collection was begun. There is always something exciting to learn and experience at the Porter County Museum. The PoCo Muse has a collection of artifacts spanning centuries
and has been actively acquiring objects, histories, and stories for more than a century.
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diversity, vibrancy, and beauty, There is something for everyone at the Porter County Museum. You don’t have to be
a history buff to enjoy our unique collection. Adults are invited to examine artifacts from our nation’s past. Children are invited to learn the history of the community through our hands-on, interactive displays. The exhibit includes the museum building itself, once the county jail and sheriff ’s residence. Take a walk around the west side of the building, and it is obvious it was once a prison. Inside, archeological displays now fill the small jail cell openings with the bones of a mastodon found in a field outside of Valparaiso. Currently closed to the public during the pandemic, the museum is free. For all the museum’s exhibits and programs, opening and hours, see the museum’s website at pocomuse.org.
Memorial Opera House entertains for 127 years The Memorial Opera House was built in 1893 as a memorial to Civil War Veterans. It seats 364 people. The Memorial Opera House was added to the National Register of Historic places in 1984 and was restored in 1998. It is located at 104 Indiana Ave. in Valparaiso. The Grand Army of the Republic wanted to build an auditorium that would be useful for Valparaiso and the county. The entrance states, “The Soldiers and Sailors of 1861-5.” The opera house is located at 104 E. Indiana Ave., next to the Porter County Museum. Due to the national health emergency this statement was released: Memorial Opera House is committed to
the safety and security of all of our volunteers, staff, students, and patrons. With that in mind, we feel it is best to postpone our productions of “9 to 5” and “Matilda” to future dates yet to be determined. In our last communication to you, we
indicated that performance dates would be rescheduled to this July, however, everyone feels it is best not to continue moving productions forward indefinitely. While we are eager to resume producing top quality shows, we feel this is the most responsible decision at this time for everyone involved. To learn more about the events at the Opera House, follow it onFacebook and Twitter or visit www.memorialoperahouse.org. The phone number is 219-548-9137. Perhaps guests and patrons will be able to enjoy a “Holly Jolly Holiday” in December. The Memorial Opera House is planning an exciting 2021 season. Stay tuned!
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Collecting dolls is passion for young and old them. For Johnson, collecting dolls, creating clothes and accessories is an enjoyable hobby. She still does some interior design as well, By Cheri Shelhart usually she said, she directs people to the places they can go to Kankakee Valley Publishing get the best deals. She began her career in interior design in 1962. She took At 95 years young, Vera courses after she and her husband moved from Ohio to Johnson will happily talk about Indiana, although she’d been doing interior design before that. her doll collection, bears and She had three locations in Valparaiso over the years, one on her career as an interior designer. Lincolnway, another on Joliet and her last location was on She is a member of the Valparaiso Calumet St. “Now I just help people using my brain,” she Doll Club. Most years, she is busy said. “I don’t sell things any more but I enjoy being around preparing for the annual Doll & people. ” Bear Show at the Porter County Expo Vera met Earl in Chicago while she was in high school. Center in September, but this year the She went with a friend to pick him up. He was in the Air event has been canceled along with Force during World War II. She said they all went bowling many others. together and she said she went straight up to him and Johnson said she and her husband asked him about airplanes, and they became instant Earl, gave their daughter, Jacqueline, a friends. doll every year for Christmas. The first er After marrying in Ohio and moving to Indiana, lds h doll they gave her was a “flirty-eyed” doll, on ho saved s n h o J s a friend of theirs, a home builder from Kouts, was a a whose eyes seem to follow you as you walk Ver he h doll s ood. n w talking about his need for help with a model home. o h around the room. The doll, made in Italy, has a child ince s She said Earl “blurted out” that she could help with that. “It’s torso that twists and the hands are movable but funny how life works, ” she said. After that, she took up her career the knees don’t bend. It was a unique doll in its day. and hasn’t really left it since. As an interior designer, Johnson loved to sew and she would sew an outfit for her daughter and make a matching outfit for her doll. She also made clothes for Jacqueline’s Barbie dolls. The dolls had accessories, including miniature furniture and props and the collection grew. Jacqueline passed suddenly in 2001, leaving her dolls to Vera. That was when she began a collection of her own, adding to those her daughter had already collected. Six short weeks after Jacqueline died, she and Earl lost their only son, who died of cancer. Three years later, Earl was gone and Johnson was left with 1330 E. Commercial Ave., Lowell, IN 46356 her memories and her collection. Ph. 219.696.0444 Fax: 219.696.1443 This is the 26th year for the Valpo Doll & Friends Club, and the www.intrainingcollege.com club has about 30 members. She said there are a couple men who attend on occasion. The meetings are informative and interesting. Health Careers Since 1995 “It’s educational,” she said. “There’s so much to learn.” CNA Day Class The club sponsors the Doll & Bear Show each year, and it has become the largest of its kind in northwest Indiana. The show EKG Technician features antique and vintage dolls and collectibles. Pharmacy Technician After the show, the club decides where the money they raise Medical Billing & Coding from it will go in the form of grants. They have given money to the Hilltop organization, World Vision Club and the Boys & Phlebotomy Girls Club. The club began lining up collectors and vendors for Medical Assistant the doll show in January and the booths fill up fast, she said. Johnson enjoys these shows and attends doll and bear conventions across the country. She explained some of the CLASSES STARTING SOON! conventions require a certain kind of doll. She will enter one or more of her dolls that fit in the correct category and she has won Call for more information some awards. She said there are also doll vendors who sell items 219.696.0444 and give her new ideas on how to make dolls and accessories for
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GOVERNMENT, continued from page 5 • Board of Public Works and Safety meets the second and fourth Friday of each month at city hall at 10 a.m. • Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) meets the third Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. • Economic Development Commission meetings are held at city hall as required. • Plan Commission meets the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at city hall. Commission members are • Redevelopment Commission meets the second Thursday at 4:05 p.m. immediately following an executive session, whichever occurs later, at city hall. • Park Board meets the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Forest Park Golf Course Clubhouse, Welter Room, at 1155 Sheffield Dr. • Valparaiso City Utility
Board meets the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at 5 p.m. at the Valparaiso Water Dept. board room, 205 Billings St. • Ethics Commission meetings are held as needed at city hall. The commission’s mission is to uphold the
highest standards of integrity in city government. • Historic Preservation Commission meets on the third Thursday of each month or as needed. • Human Relations Council’s mission is to advance and support community inclusion. The
purpose of the commission is to counsel and assist the mayor in the status of human relations in the city and identify special needs or opportunities to enhance relations. The commission is
also charged with acting as a resource to the mayor when racially or ethnically motivated incidents occur, suggesting and promoting events designed to promote a better understanding of minorities and improve the human relations of residents of Valparaiso and serving as liaison between the mayor’s office and minority groups. The commis-
sion was established in 2008. • Mayor’s Advisory Council on Disability meetings are held as needed. The advisory council was established to foster public awareness and education of the needs and abilities of citizens with disabilities. It provides a forum for community issues and activities affecting the disabled. • Site Review meets at 9 a.m. as necessary at city hall. All city departments in development and permitting reviews process are represented at the meetings every Tuesday. • Traffic and Safety Committee meets the third Friday of each month at city hall at 10 a.m. The committee addresses traffic issues within the community including traffic control devices, parking concerns and street lights.
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