posted May 2, 2012 7:20 AM by Derek Todd
The Central Indiana Chapter of Community Associations Institute
PRESENTS:
BOARD BASICS -
Part 2
Presented By:
Tom Murray, Eads Murray & Pugh P.C.
Joe Winship, Kirkpatrick Management Company
The discussion continues...Learn how to effectively manage
your community association: how to run an effective board meeting and how to
communicate effectively with members.
WEDNESDAY, May 9,
2012 -Brownsburg
6:30-8:30PM – Brownsburg Library, 450 S Jefferson Street,
Brownsburg, IN
or
THURSDAY, May 10, 2012
-Fishers
6:30-8:30PM – Fishers Library, 5 Municipal Drive, Fishers, IN
These seminars are designed for anyone who serves on the board of
directors or committee of a homeowner/condo association, is a member of an
association, or who manages an association.
Register Today – Limited Availability
Register via our new web site at www.cai-in.org, or
call (317) 592-9652 with name, address, telephone number, and organization
name.
Be certain to specify date/location.
Cost Per Seminar:
CAI Members – Free • Non-Members - $20 |
posted Apr 17, 2012 10:34 AM by Derek Todd
Westfield Mayor Andy Cook announced today that the City is
exploring the idea of transferring the water and wastewater utilities to a
qualified operator. The city will issue a request for proposal (RFP) this week.
The move is one many cities across the country are exploring as they balance
limited budgets with population growth, infrastructure improvements and stable
utility rates for residents.
The RFP, announced before a crowded room at a Westfield
Rotary Club luncheon today, will be sent broadly to utility companies and
organizations as a part of determining interest in transferring the City’s
assets.
“Many cities in the Midwest and across the country are faced
with meeting the demands of growth,” said Mayor Cook. “The City of Westfield is
exploring various creative options that will preserve an adequate source of
water for the future, address environmental mandates relating to wastewater, solve
urgent capital needs resulting from rapid growth, and harness future water rate
increases.”
The City’s goal, according to Mayor Cook, is to find a way
to relieve the financial burden of utility rates while alleviating debt and
addressing much needed improvements through the city simultaneously.
“With enormous development of our city on the horizon,
outsourcing management or ownership of certain water and wastewater assets
could enable the City to plan for our growth more efficiently,” Mayor Cook said.
“We have to consider the recent change in legislation regarding aquifer control
and how this could affect the future of Westfield utility services.”
Proposals are expected to be received by mid-June and will
be evaluated by an advisory team. A recommended course of action is
expected to be delivered to the Mayor and City Council by late July.
The City has created a website dedicated to the possible
water and wastewater utility transfer of assets that can be found a www.westfield.in.gov. The site
will contain all relevant important documents, including the RFP. Additional
information and updates will be sent to rate payers’ homes and a series of
public community meetings scheduled in the upcoming months to discuss the
RFP. Those dates, times and locations can be found on the website. For
more information, call 317-804-3001. |
posted Apr 16, 2012 8:26 AM by Derek Todd
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Carrie Cason
Email: ccason@westfield.in.gov
Phone: 317-804-3004
Cell: 317-664-1840
April 16, 2012
Youth Assistance Hosts Second Annual Recognition
Breakfast
Westfield, IN On Wednesday, April 18, the
Westfield Youth Assistance Program will host the second annual Westfield Youth
Recognition Breakfast at 7:30am at The Bridgewater Club. The breakfast honors
youth in the community who have overcome adversity or tragedy, volunteered
numerous hours in the community, demonstrated a profound attitude or behavior
change, preformed personal acts of heroism, demonstrated personal achievement
or who have shown strong academic improvement.
Twelve students from Westfield High School will be honored
at the breakfast. "This is a great opportunity for us to recognize and
celebrate exceptional young people who deserve recognition for efforts in the
community, says Tricia Akers, Director of the Westfield Youth Assistance
Program. "It is important to note that the students being recognized are
not necessarily in the Youth Assistance Program; they're students who are
making a difference in the community, says Akers.
Students were nominated by their families, teachers or
councilors. The student, their family and the nominator will attend the
celebration along with several community leaders to acknowledge their
accomplishments. Mayor Andy Cook, Judge Steve Nation and Judge Paul Felix will
emcee the event.
Listed below are the names of the students being recognized:
1. Devonta Casteel -Westfield High School
Nominated by Jalene Smith, Math Teacher
2. Javonta Casteel - Westfield High School
Nominated by Stacy McGuire, Principal
3. Nathan Fauntleroy -Westfield High School
Nominated by Debbie Lutz, Spanish Teacher
4. Katia Hamamouche Westfield High School
Nominated by Jennifer Yoder, English Teacher
5. Katya Kantar - Westfield High School
Nominated by Jen Hasler Troutman, Spanish Teacher
6. Melissa Lakin - Westfield High School
Nominated by Becky Sondgeroth, Business Teacher
7. Matt Liebbe -Westfield High School
Nominated by Eric Rauch, AP Biology Teacher, Boys'
Basketball Coach
8. Josh Lome - Westfield High School
Nominated by Kurt Essex, Math Teacher
9. Olivia Newberry -Westfield High School
Nominated by Elaine Jensen, French Teacher
10. Nicholas Oakes - Westfield High School
Nominated by Debra Rivard, English Teacher
11. Murphy O'Toole -Westfield High School
Nominated by Mark Ewing, AP European History Teacher
12. Carolyn Winebar - Westfield High School
Nominated by Suzanne Amiss, Social Studies Dept. Chair
If additional information is needed, please contact me at
the above listed number. |
posted Apr 9, 2012 11:25 AM by Derek Todd
The City of Westfield Begins Fire Hydrant Maintenance: Residents Urged to be Aware of Water Discoloration
Westfield, IN – The Westfield Public Works Department (WPW) announced today that biannual fire hydrant flushing will get underway again beginning April 1 and ending May 4. WPW is urging all residents to be aware of the flushing in their respective areas and that temporary water discoloration could be a possible result.
Hydrant flushing is required periodically to scour the distribution system water mains. Flushing will occur between the hours of 10pm and 6am. During this process, WPW crews will be working to remove particulate matter (Iron and Manganese) that subsequently builds up in the water mains. Removing these substances ensures that the cleanest water possible is provided to all residents.
“We are asking the residents to be patient and cooperate with us during this process,” says Kurt Wanninger, Director of Public Works. “If customers see a discoloration in their water, we would ask them to let the water run to waste at maximum volume for approximately two to three minutes, or until the discoloration disappears. It is imperative that this process occur so that our residents receive only the best quality water,” says Wanninger. WPW urges its customers to minimize water usage during the hours of 10pm and 6am to minimize the potential of receiving riled water. Activities such as laundry and cooking should not be conducted during those hours.
For additional information about the water and sanitary services that the City of Westfield provides, contact the WPW Customer Service Center at 317-804-3150.
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posted Mar 28, 2012 8:04 AM by Derek Todd
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updated Mar 28, 2012 8:07 AM
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Citizens have free access to neighborhood crime data through the Westfield Police website and iPhone app
WESTFIELD, IN -The Westfield Police Department is pleased to announce that citizens can now gain access to neighborhood level crime incident data in near real time.
“Providing reliable, timely information to our citizens is one of our top priorities because an informed public is a safer public,” says Chief Joel Rush. “Partnering with CrimeReports gives us the ability to keep the public informed on a regular basis as to what is going on in the community.”
The public can access the free crime data through the website or through the CrimeReports iPhone app, available for free download in the Apple iTunes store. The new service even lets local citizens sign up for free customizable email updates, so they can monitor crime in their neighborhood. “Information is power,” Chief Rush added. “And we hope that giving the community this information will help them understand crime trends and lower crime in their neighborhoods.”
“The Westfield Police Department is demonstrating its leadership in law enforcement by finding new ways to connect with the public at a personal level,” said Greg Whisenant, founder and CEO of CrimeReports. “By partnering with us, they are recognizing the value of the public’s involvement and being proactive in both policing and investing in programs that make a difference.” The web-based CrimeReports service is designed to be affordable for agencies of all sizes.
More than a thousand other law enforcement agencies of all sizes across North America are sharing their crime information with the public through the national crime map, including Newark, Baltimore, Boston, San Jose, San Francisco, Portland, Washington D.C., Los Angeles County, and more. The map currently covers nearly 30% of the US population.
You can access your local crime map and sign up for daily, weekly, or monthly email crime updates at www.CrimeReports.com/agency/wpd .
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About CrimeReports CrimeReports.com creates powerful, simple, and affordable cloud-based software tools for law enforcement agencies to prevent and reduce crime. Working directly with more than 2,000 agencies throughout the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom, CrimeReports is a key partner to law enforcement in mapping, analytics and anonymous tipping. For more information, visit www.CrimeReports.com.
Media Contact: Greg Whisenant Founder and CEO 801-828-2710 Greg@crimereports.com
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posted Mar 6, 2012 10:13 AM by Derek Todd
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updated Mar 6, 2012 10:13 AM
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Westfield, IN – Mayor Andy
Cook and the Westfield City Council announced that they have lowered the tax
rate for 2012 despite approval from the Department of Local Government and
Finance (DLGF) to significantly raise the tax rate.
According to City Officials, the
City’s assessed value (AV) dropped nearly $35 million from 2011 to 2012.
As a result, the DLGF approved the City to raise property taxes to compensate
for the loss in AV. Instead of raising the rate to the authorized amount
it is our responsibility to be a fiscally responsible municipality,
furthermore, instead of raising the tax rate, we’ve responded to the economic
realities and we were able to slightly lower the rate,” says Mayor Andy
Cook. “We are constantly looking at developing ways to deliver services
to our citizens in the most efficient ways possible.” says Cook.
The City of Westfield
municipality receives approximately 25% of a typical household’s tax bill and
the Westfield Washington Schools receives nearly 65% of the tax bill. The
other 10% is divided between the Westfield Library, Washington Township and
Hamilton County. “We hope that the other taxing entities will also strive
to lower their rates so residents can begin to see decrease in overall tax
bills,” says Westfield Mayor Andy Cook. City Officials hope to continue
this downward trend as it relates to the City tax rate and will continue to
work with other government units to drop overall tax bills for residents and
business. |
posted Feb 27, 2012 8:20 AM by Derek Todd
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updated Feb 27, 2012 8:20 AM
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Central Indiana Chapter of Community Associations Institute, along with sponsor, CertaPro Painters, is pleased to present a seminar:
CONFLICT RESOLUTION Presented By: Matt Rolfsen, President, CertaPro Painters
Conflict occurs in everyday life. When committed people work together toward an important goal, conflict invariably will arise. Conflict is especially common in community associations—neighbors dispute neighbors, owners squabble with association boards, clash against developers and more. It's just what happens when people live in close proximity to one another and when personal property—and property values—are on the line. How conflict is resolved is the key to maintaining and building relationships and achieving goals. Learn techniques for resolving conflict in an effective and timely manner to use in your everyday life.
WEDNESDAY, March 7, 2012 6:30-8:30PM – CertaPro Design Center, 5151 N. Shadeland Ave, Indianapolis, IN or THURSDAY, March 8, 2012 6:30-8:30PM – Fishers Library, 5 Municipal Drive, Fishers, IN
This seminar is designed for anyone who serves on the board of directors or committee of a homeowner/condo association, is a member of an association, or who manages an association.
Register Today – Limited Availability Register on-line at caiindiana@aol.com, or call (317) 592-9652 with name, address, telephone number, and organization name. Be certain to specify date/location.
Cost Per Seminar: CAI Members – Free • Non-Members - $20 |
posted Feb 14, 2012 10:14 AM by Derek Todd
The National Weather Service will be offering two
opportunities to attend their storm spotter training in Hamilton County on the
following dates:
Date: Saturday, March 3
Time: 9 AM – 11 AM
Location: Noblesville Fire Department Station #6 (16800
Hazel Dell Rd - Noblesville)
Or
Date: Wednesday, March 28
Time: 7 PM – 9 PM
Location: Fishers Town Hall (1 Municipal Drive - Fishers)
Both training sessions are FREE and open to the public.
No preregistration is required. |
posted Dec 8, 2011 6:06 AM by Tammy Havard
Pond Pro Workshop - How to Manage Stormwater Detention Ponds
Program Information
The Pond Pro Workshop is an ideal opportunity for homeowners, homeowners associations, golf and park maintenance personnel and others involved in managing ponds to receive reliable information and help with pond management problems. Professionals from a variety of fields will share information crucial to managing ponds ecologically for improved water quality, storm water management, recreation, fish, wildlife and aesthetics. The workshop consists of four evening sessions covering two topics per night. Agenda
The program will be held on four consecutive Thursday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30. Topics will include: Thursday 1/19 – Detention Pond Function and Design & Watershed Basics Thursday 1/26 – Aquatic Weed Identification and Control & Fishery Management & Aeration Thursday 2/2– Native Plant Buffers & Wildlife Management Thursday 2/9—Liability/ Pond Safety & Erosion Control and Inspections Location: The Indianapolis Sailing Club has volunteered to host the program. The address is: 11325 Fall Creek Road Cost: The cost for the four sessions is $40 per household or HOA. Please submit the registration form and fee by January 13th. No refunds after 1/17. (Registration covers up to 2 people.) Contact John South at 317-773-2181 or john.south@hamiltoncounty.in.gov for more information. See attached for flyer with registration information. |
posted Dec 6, 2011 4:47 AM by Tammy Havard
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updated Dec 6, 2011 4:52 AM
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Reminder that the November WeCAN Meeting has been moved to Thursday, Dec 8, 2011 from 7-8:30pm at City Hall.
This is the last meeting of 2011 so be sure to be there or send a representative. Make sure to check out the agenda. |
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