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Roundabout Construction to Begin Spring 2023 at S.R. 28 & CR 800 W

Published on February 6, 2023 by Brett W. Todd

Construction will begin Spring 2023 on a project many hope could be an economic catalyst for Clinton County and the City of Frankfort. A new intersection at State Road 28 and County Road 800 W, just east of I-65, promises to roll out a welcome mat for new commercial development. (Photo: Clinton County Government)

FRANKFORT, Ind. (February 6) – According to a joint press release from the Clinton County Council and Commissioners released to the media today, construction will begin this Spring on a project many hope could be an economic catalyst for Clinton County and the City of Frankfort. A new intersection at State Road 28 and County Road 800 W, just east of I-65, promises to roll out a welcome mat for new commercial development.

“The interchange is one of the last undeveloped interchanges along I-65,” says Alan Dunn, president of the Clinton County Council. “It represents the single best opportunity for long-term economic development in the county. The return on investment could be astronomical as it has the potential to provide a larger tax base and new jobs.”

Construction on a roundabout at State Road 28 and County Road 800 W is set for this Spring. The project will also include a new leg of 800 W on the southside of State Road 28 to open it up for further expansion. The project is currently out for bids. Renderings are attached.

“Both roads will remain open, but there will be some lane closures on State Road 28,” says Chris Wheatley, Vice President of BF&S Civil Engineers. “We would expect the project to be substantially complete by Thanksgiving.”

Clinton County also spent $30 million to install water and sewer to the area in 2021.

“Being shovel ready for development opportunities is a critical part of attracting new business,” says Shan Sheridan, president of the Clinton County Chamber of Commerce. “Site selection decisions used to be made over several months, they are now made in a few short weeks. The lack of utilities in that area was the biggest impediment to developing it.”

The project has already drawn the attention of Good Oil Company who owns the BP fueling station on the southeast corner of the I-65 and State Road 28 intersection. Good Oil recently announced that it would invest $30 million in a 20,000 square foot event center, a 5,000-seat arena, and a 200-site RV campground. A second phase will include a distillery, retail village, and hotel. The project has been dubbed “Banderas Point.”

“We’re so grateful that Good Oil sees the economic potential in this area and is willing to make a hefty investment in our community,” says Jordan Brewer, president of the Clinton County Commissioners. “This project will definitely enhance our quality of place by creating an entertainment district that will include events like riding competitions, concerts, and festivals. We’re hopeful Good Oil’s investment in our community will spark economic interest from other businesses.”

An economic development plan created by the county in 2017 identified light industrial, retail, technology, research, and agribusiness as desired business sectors for growth in the area of the interchange.

“Our agricultural heritage is one of the core strengths of our community and has been a critical foundation of the economic success we have enjoyed,” Dunn adds. “We are excited that Banderas Point embraces this heritage and looks to build on it. We absolutely want to see continued growth in the County, but we want to ensure that growth is smart, well thought out, and complimentary of our community strengths. This project does that.”

The City of Frankfort will annex the area up to I-65 in 2024.

“Clinton County will only get one opportunity to define its gateway along Interstate 65,” adds Brewer. “This throws out the welcome mat and says, ‘We’re open for business.’ We can’t wait to introduce the state to our community.”

Bartley Declares for City of Frankfort Clerk-Treasurer May Primary

Published on January 4, 2023January 4, 2023 by Brett W. Todd

FRANKFORT, Ind. – January 4th marks the first day individuals may file to run for political office in the upcoming May Republican and Democratic Indiana primaries.

Carol Bartley was the first individual in Clinton County to declare her candidacy this morning in the Clinton County Clerks office at the Courthouse. Bartley, shown in the photo completing paperwork, will run as a Republican for Clerk-Treasurer for the City of Frankfort. She currently serves in the same position since being caucused into the position in March 2020 when then Clerk-Treasurer Judy Sheets became Mayor of Frankfort.

Individuals interested in running in the Frankfort Municipal election have until noon on February 3rd to file in the Clinton County Clerks office.

The May primary will be held Tuesday, May 2nd.

Former Mayor Chris McBarnes Responds to Harsh Statements made by City Councilman Michael Brite

Published on December 29, 2022December 29, 2022 by Brett W. Todd

FRANKFORT, Ind. – In an exclusive interview with Clinton County Today, the longest serving mayor in Frankfort history, Chris McBarnes, responded to harsh comments made by city councilman Michael Brite during a December 12 meeting after learning of McBarnes’ comments on Facebook regarding local government agencies and in support of local candidates in the May 2023 primary.

Brite made his public comments in reply to a comment made by Frankfort Municipal Utilities Service Board (USB) Chairman Kent Brewer during a presentation to the council where Brewer stated, “some remarks from the previous mayor that the utility service board was not transparent” was on a Facebook post.

Brite asked Brewer when the post was made and after receiving the reply of after a December 5 USB meeting Brite continued,

“I’m gonna make a point here, and I don’t care who I make mad. I’m getting tired of Chris McBarnes putting his two cents in. He left a month into his being voted in (for the third time). He knew he was leaving. He no longer has anything to do with this City, and I wish he’d stay out of it.”

Brite continued, “If he truly cared about the City of Frankfort, Indiana – he’d stay out of it. He’s guiding people coming into the next election. If these people can’t stand on their two feet, and gotta have him to do it for them – then they’ve got a problem.”

Brite turned to the area of the public gallery where the media sits and continues, “And you can print that. Chris Mc Barnes needs to stay out of politics and off of Facebook and anything dealing with the City of Frankfort. He’s no longer here. He’s no longer [here], his advice, as far as I’m concerned is – we don’t need it. Every time he turns around, he’s causing a problem for – here.”

“And where’s he at? I, I can’t even remember what state he’s in, [an unidentified council member comments Wyoming], stay in Wyoming. Leave your thoughts in Wyoming. Stay out of Frankfort.”

McBarnes, his wife, and their son live in Wyoming.

CCT received a tip late Wednesday night from an official high-up in city hall detailing the former mayor would be in Frankfort Thursday (December 29) having lunch while back in the area visiting with friends and family.

Outside the Washington Street entrance of the former Regions Bank building in downtown Frankfort, McBarnes was seen walking eastward in casual clothes with a baseball style cap on with the bill pulled downward. When CCT approached McBarnes, he pulled the cap further down, looking downward to avoid eye contact. Calling out by name caused McBarnes to pause and respond. CCT asked and received permission to ask about the Brite comment.

The following is the comment made by the thrice elected mayor of Frankfort.

“Well, it’s great to be back in Frankfort. I love this city – I’ll always love this city. It will always have a very special place in my heart. I gave eight years of my life to Frankfort, and it’ll always be my hometown.

“And to Councilman Brite’s comments, it, it was very disappointing. Very disheartening. Just more than anything – the tone he used. Tried reaching out to Councilman Brite multiple times via text and phone. Never returned my call. That, that was also incredibly disappointing to me, and I think told me everything that I needed to know.

“And I, I, I tried to stay out of politics in Frankfort, but it’s hard for me because like I said, I, I gave eight years of my life. I gave my, my blood and my sweat, everything I had to this community. I’ve maybe posted about politics in Frankfort three or four times over the past three years, but I’ll always be passionate about it.

“The opportunity that I have now in Wyoming I wasn’t aware of until well after the election in November [2019]. I first became aware of it in December of 2019. I had my first interview for the position in January of 2020. So for Councilman Brite to make the comment of – I knew that I was going to do this before the election, it’s just patently false.

“And again, if he would’ve taken the time to reach out to me and talk to me about that, I would’ve informed him about that.

“And the fact of the matter is I am the only three-term elected mayor in the history of this city, the longest serving mayor in the history of this city. And, I thank the people of Frankfort for that and I, and I thank God for that.

“And so, and then to Councilman Brite’s comments that candidates need to stand on their own two feet.

“I once remember an unknown candidate by the name of Mike Brite that my campaign knocked door-to-door the entire district and literally carried him over the finish line.

“So when he makes the comment that candidates should stand on their own two feet, I think that’s pretty ironic. And to be frank, a little hypocritical because Mr. Brite would not be in that seat if it wasn’t for the McBarnes campaign, but I, I wish him all the best.

“I wish Frankfort all the best. I love Frankfort. And, go John Kirby in this next election cycle. I think John will be a wonderful mayor for this city. I think he’ll carry it forward. He’ll be a champion for Frankfort, and I look forward to sitting down and having a bite with him today.”

The first day individuals can file to run in the May 2023 primary is January 4, 2023. The Republican and Democratic primary election day is May 2, 2023. Current Mayor Judy Sheets and Kirby have stated they intend to seek the office of Mayor in the Republican primary. Kirby served as Fire Chief in both the McBarnes and Sheets administrations.

A New 3-Story County Annex Building & Courthouse Renovation Could Cost As Much $46 Million over a 20-Year Finance Period

Published on December 9, 2022 by Brett W. Todd

FRANKFORT, Ind. – A new Clinton County Government Annex Building was discussed during a special meeting of the Clinton County Commissioners and Clinton County Council Friday morning.

The meeting was held to discuss what to do with the county owned property at 2 E. Washington St., the former Regions building, as well as the renovation of the current Courthouse.

The commissioners and council are seeking to move all non-court related business to the Annex while keeping the Courthouse strictly for court business.

Members of the respective government bodies heard from representatives from Envoy, the company selected to oversee the work and Baker Tilly, the firm that handles the county’s financial planning.

The takeaway. Building a new Annex building is more economical over the long run and the Courthouse needs exterior renovation in addition to interior upgrades.

The price tag will depend on whether a two-story or three-story structure is built and the type of financing used to pay for the work at the Annex and Courthouse.

The Courthouse cost is projected at $9.8 million and members voiced positive comments for the third-story option but need more time to contemplate that decision with an estimated cost around $16.7 million. Depending on the financing option used, the combined two projects will cost between $27 million and $28 million. With a 20-year bond payback, the combined project, with interest, could run between $41 million and $46 million according to documents prepared by Baker Tilly and provided by Council President Alan Dunn.

The County plans to use $5 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds and bond the remaining $22 million to $23 million.

“My personal feeling is that we wanna move forward with new construction on the Annex building on the site of the current Regions building and that we’ll want to do that as a three-story building that gives the county some room to grow over the next 30 years,” said Dunn after the meeting. “And that’s really what we’re looking at is, what our administrative building needs are gonna be over the next generation.”

Council member Jeff Chynoweth voiced a concern during the meeting with how fast a decision was wanting to be made on this combined project.

“Can we chew on this for a week or something,” commented Chynoweth when asked by Dunn of his thoughts. Dunn continued with asking for Chynoweth’s initial thoughts.

“I don’t do anything in 45-minutes and neither does anyone in this room. I know you guys have been privy to a lot of things. I know I heard about this problem in Rural King. So that kind of sets me off a little bit.”

Commissioners President Jordan Brewer also favors building a new Annex.

“I think the commissioners, you could tell by the input today, even though we didn’t take a vote, that there’s a leaning towards going the new, because honestly, it just makes the most economic sense,” stated Brewer after the meeting. “It makes the most operational sense, and it’s what will provide a facility that will have a 30 year life for this community.”

Brewer continued, “And I have been privy to a lot more information than even with Shared today, because I have weekly meetings on this project and so we have a lot more candid conversations. But you know, with the water infiltration, the mold remediation, the potential asbestos, as well as the integrity of the building, we have a lot of unknowns in doing a remodel versus new.”

Brewer stressed the operational efficiencies a new building will bring.

“Although [Envoy] didn’t put a dollar amount on it today in our internal conversations there’s gonna be a huge operational efficiency financial efficiency in the new building compared to remodeling this current one. We have a ton of wasted space in it. As I mentioned, the roof has issues of being even able to hold the heating and cooling system, and there could be some challenges with that.”

The new Annex project design has been shown to the Frankfort Historical Preservation Committee for exterior design according to Brewer.

“So we we went a little proactive and went to the Historical Preservation Committee just to kind of get a better understanding – because one of the concerns we had in our conversation was – are we even gonna be able to do a new build? There was no reason to have all these meetings and put all this effort and time into it if, if for some reason that we couldn’t even tear that down just based on, you know, things within the community.”

Both government bodies are scheduling to vote on the matter on Tuesday, December 13. The Council will vote first at its scheduled 9 a.m. meeting followed by a special meeting of the Commissioners at 10:30 a.m.. Both meetings will be held at the Courthouse.

City of Frankfort launches City App – Connect Frankfort IN

Published on November 15, 2022 by Brett W. Todd

FRANKFORT, Ind. – The City of Frankfort has launched a smartphone app allowing residents to stay up-to-date with activities and better communicate with city departments.

The smartphone app – Connect Frankfort IN – is available for both iPhone and Android devices in the respective Apple Store and Google Play Store.

Frankfort Community Development Director, Kimberly Black, stated via a press release the app launched on November 14, “We constantly hear that our community doesn’t know what is going on. I have been looking for other alternatives because a lot of people aren’t on Facebook, or social media. I wanted a way to directly communicate with our residents about important information straight from City Hall.”

Adding, “in an age of digital and instant information, the City of Frankfort wanted to be one step ahead.”

Connect Frankfort IN is available to be downloaded from any smartphone including Apple iPhones and Android phones. Residents will need to scan the QR code or visit the Apple Store or Google Play Store. Residents will need to make an account with their email address and allow push notifications from the Connect Frankfort IN. If residents don’t allow push notifications, they won’t be notified until they open the App. Connect Frankfort IN is also linked to the City of Frankfort website where residents can find more information about topics. “Residents will be able to view the notification and then visit the website all from their phone. We wanted to make sure the App was user-friendly and that anyone would be to access it for free,” continued Black.

Frankfort Mayor Judy Sheets added, “Kimberly and I had discussed ways to help bridge the communication gap from City Hall to our residents. Once I saw how Connect Frankfort IN worked from our end and from the community side, I knew it was something we needed. We want our community to be involved and engaged in local government. We want them to feel like they are connected. They will be able to know about road closures, community events, job openings, staff directory and more. The possibilities are really endless.”

New Trash Totes Being Stolen, Holiday Trash Collection Plan Announced

Published on November 15, 2022 by Brett W. Todd

FRANKFORT, Ind. – Trash totes used as part of the new City of Frankfort automated trash collection service are being reported stolen.

Jason Forsythe, Frankfort street superintendent, informed members of the Board of Public Works and Safety at its Monday meeting his office has received phone calls from residents stating totes have been taken.

“A few totes stolen from people and I am going to get with Chief Shoemaker at some point in time this week and see if we can begin filing some reports for criminal theft,” Forsythe shared with the board. “I referred back to my master list trying to find the totes for these people.”

As part of the delivery distribution process, the totes have a unique serial number laser etched and corresponds to the address where the tote was delivered.

Forsythe continued saying, “one lady had it out in her driveway – after pickup she went out and it was gone.”

Frankfort Mayor Judy Sheets was disappointed to learn totes are being taken.

“I’m pretty disappointed that that happened,” said Mayor Sheets. “Maybe somebody – just maybe – didn’t realize it wasn’t theirs. You would like to think that.”

Mayor Sheets reminded citizens that a second tote can be requested by contacting the Frankfort Street Department at 765-659-2912.

In other news related to trash collection, Forsythe announced Friday, November 25 will be a double trash collection day due to Thanksgiving Day and the older, rear-load trash collection trucks will need to be used to ensure both the southeast and northeast quadrants of the city can have trash collected on Friday.

According to Forsythe members of the street department operating the new, automated trash collection trucks are learning and improving on collection time. That due to no trash collection on Thursday, Thanksgiving Day, he was left with no other choice than to utilize the rear loading trucks for the double collection day.

Residents will have no change in collection over Christmas as routes will run as normal on Monday, December 26.

Frankfort H.S. DECA Celebrates National DECA Month

Published on November 14, 2022 by Brett W. Todd

FRANKFORT, Ind. – Frankfort High School DECA Chapter is celebrating their 23rd year. DECA prepares emerging leaders in the area of marketing, hospitality, finance, management, and entrepreneurship in high schools and colleges around the world. This year, Frankfort DECA has 47 members. Senior, Daniela Cruz, serves as the chapter president, juniors, Edwin Wainscott, Dalys Garcia-Martinez, and Jazmin Lozano-Barragan are vice presidents. November is National DECA Month and Frankfort DECA has many activities planned.

Members kicked off National DECA Month by attending the Indiana DECA Fall Leadership Conference on Monday, November 7, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Twenty-five Frankfort students attended various leadership workshops, met with Pacers Front Office employees, and attended the Pacers basketball game.

Strategic Marketing students operate the school-based enterprise, DECA Cookies. Delicious Otis Spunkmeyer cookies are baked and sold Monday through Thursday to staff and students. On Friday, November 11, students baked, packaged, and delivered warm M&M cookies to each teacher in celebration of National DECA Month. DECA seniors expressed their appreciation to teachers.

First year members are participating in the DECA Ethical Leadership Challenge during November. The Bill Daniels Initiative Fund partners with DECA Inc. to help educate members about ethical leadership. Students learn about business ethics, ethical leadership, why ethical dilemmas occur, and the 8 ethical principles as follows: Integrity, Trust, Accountability, Transparency, Fairness, Respect, Rule of Law, and Viability. Members work in teams to plan and record a 60-second public service announcement to post on YouTube. Throughout the month, officers will also help create awareness for the 8 ethical principles to FHS students and staff.

In addition to the multiple dress up days, Donuts for DECA, DECA t-shirt Tuesdays, and DECA swag giveaway, the most anticipated DECA activity is at the end of the month. This year, the entire Strategic Marketing class, all DECA members, will be traveling to New York City from November 30-December 4 for the DECA NY Experience Conference. Whereas this will be Frankfort DECA’s third trip to NYC, this is a first-time trip for every student in the class. A few of the trip highlights include the lighting of the Rockefeller Christmas tree, department stores holiday window displays, touring Madison Square Gardens, watching The Christmas Spectacular with the Rockettes, attending the Broadway show BeetleJuice, going up the Empire State Building, experiencing the Summit One observatory, spending time in The Met, touring the 9/11 Memorial and Museum, riding the subway and lots of shopping. The 5-day agenda is packed full of memorable experiences.

Follow @FrankfortDECA on Instagram and Twitter to stay up-to-date on all things Frankfort DECA.

Frankfort School Board to Hold Public Hearing on Planned $32.5 Million Bond for Districtwide Renovations

Published on November 9, 2022November 9, 2022 by Brett W. Todd

FRANKFORT, Ind. – The Frankfort School Board Tuesday evening voted unanimously to set December 13 for a public hearing on a planned $32.5 million bond for districtwide renovations.

The issuance of the new bond will not increase taxes and will address many issues with the Frankfort Middle School (FMS) being the primary benefactor of the monies – a two-year, $25 million renovation that could begin as soon as the summer of 2024.

Community Schools of Frankfort Superintendent Dr. Matt Rhoda explained the areas of FMS planned for renovations while addressing the board, “there’s a safety concern regarding the location of the current office in relation to the front entrance. The roof is in very poor condition. There’s insufficient restroom space for students to use throughout the building. The music wing that houses orchestra, band, and choir are too small and lack storage space for instruments. Classroom instructional space will also need to be right sized. There are other projects in the district that will need attention at the same time, which includes the repair of the Suncrest roof.”

Dr. Rhoda described the timing of these projects is to take advantage of the “next debt drop off and the debt service fund in 2024.”

After the meeting, Dr. Rhoda provided a breakdown of the maximum bond amount to be requested.

“It’s a little over $32 million that we’re taking out – that $32,525,000 – because we want to have $30 million for projects. So the $2.5 million is really for all of the soft costs from architecture to all of the other preconstruction needs that take place. So we want to have $30 million to be able to put $25 [million] towards the middle school, and then another five [million] towards things that need done immediately, for example, like the Suncrest roof.

When asked about his comment of the bond used to pay for the projects “will keep everything tax rate neutral, and there will be no, again, no increase to tax rate,” Dr. Rhoda shared how the retired debt amount would negatively impact CSF in the future when the debt retires as tax rates would go down and trigger a referendum to do projects at a later date.

“Our tax rate goes down, which means that if we want to do any big projects in the future, we would have to go the referendum route to raise that tax rate again in order to be able to generate those funds. And so we want to stay tax neutral so that we are able to continue to use debt drop off to be able to fund future projects without going to the public to ask for a tax increase.”

2022 Clinton County General Election Results

Published on November 8, 2022 by Brett W. Todd

clinton county 2022 general election results

CLINTON COUNTY, Ind. – The following are results from Tuesday’s General Election voting released from the Clinton County Clerk’s Office.

CLINTON COUNTY ASSESSOR
JADA M RAY, REPUBLICAN: 6052

CLINTON COUNTY AUDITOR
BRITT OSTLER, REPUBLICAN: 6129

CLINTON COUNTY CIRCUIT COURT CLERK
STEPHANIE HARSHBARGER, REPUBLICAN: 6138

CLINTON COUNTY COMMISSIONER, DISTRICT 3
JORDAN BREWER, REPUBLICAN: 5767

CLINTON COUNTY COUNCIL, DISTRICT 1
CAROL J PRICE, REPUBLICAN: 729
DAVID A (RIGGSY) RIGGS, DEMOCRATIC: 282

CLINTON COUNTY COUNCIL, DISTRICT 2
JAKE MYERS, REPUBLICAN: 1036

CLINTON COUNTY COUNCIL, DISTRICT 3
JOSEPH MINK, REPUBLICAN: 1848
MARK A NEWHART, DEMOCRATIC: 619

CLINTON COUNTY COUNCIL, DISTRICT 4
ALAN DUNN, REPUBLICAN: 2120

CLINTON COUNTY SHERIFF
RICHARD L “RICH” KELLY, REPUBLICAN: 5905

PROSECUTING ATTORNEY OF CLINTON COUNTY, 45TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT
ANTHONY J. SOMMER, REPUBLICAN: 5874

CENTER TOWNSHIP BOARD MEMBER (3 TO BE ELECTED)
STEPHANIE COOPER, REPUBLICAN: 1519
ZACHARY J LIGHT, REPUBLICAN: 1302
DON STOCK, REPUBLICAN: 1461

CENTER TOWNSHIP TRUSTEE, CLINTON COUNTY
JAMI PRATT, REPUBLICAN: 2093

FOREST TOWNSHIP BOARD MEMBER
KATIE TRENARY, REPUBLICAN: 166

FOREST TOWNSHIP TRUSTEE, CLINTON COUNTY
BRENDA ROBERTOSN, REPUBLICAN: 208

JACKSON TOWNSHIP BOARD MEMBER (3 TO BE ELECTED)
NEAL J CLARK, REPUBLICAN: 255
JAMES A MENNEN, REPUBLICAN: 244
MICHAEL A PERRY, REPUBLICAN: 220

JACKSON TOWNSHIP TRUSTEE, CLINTON COUNTY
ANITA STEWART, REPUBLICAN: 333

JOHNSON TOWNSHIP BOARD MEMBER, CLINTON COUNTY (3 TO BE ELECTED)
TRAVIS KRAMER, REPUBLICAN: 57
TIM WYRICK, REPUBLICAN: 69

JOHNSON TOWNSHIP TRUSTEE, CLINTON COUNTY
TOM MARSHALL, REPUBLICAN: 91

KIRKLIN TOWNSHIP BOARD MEMBER, CLINTON COUNTY (3 TO BE ELECTED)
MICHAEL D HENRY, REPUBLICAN: 279
ROGER A MCCLAIN, REPUBLICAN: 224
JOHN W GRICE, DEMOCRATIC: 182

KIRKLIN TOWNSHIP TRUSTEE, CLINTON COUNTY
DARRIN S LAFFERTY, DEMOCRATIC: 240

MADISON TOWNSHIP BOARD MEMBER, CLINTON COUNTY (3 TO BE ELECTED)
TROY CLARK, DEMOCRATIC: 245
JOHN T MEYER, DEMOCRATIC: 256
AMIE MULLIKIN, DEMOCRATIC: 261

MADISON TOWNSHIP TRUSTEE, CLINTON COUNTY
ANDRES HUBER, REPUBLICAN: 512

MICHIGAN TOWNSHIP BOARD MEMBER, CLINTON COUNTY (3 TO BE ELECTED)
MATT SACHA, REPUBLICAN: 356

MICHIGAN TOWNSHIP TRUSTEE, CLINTON COUNTY
NICK K BALES, REPUBLICAN: 445

OWEN TOWNSHIP BOARD MEMBER, CLINTON COUNTY (3 TO BE ELECTED)
ALLEN J BECKETT SR., DEMOCRATIC: 98
CRAIG B MICHAEL, DEMOCRATIC: 102
LEWIS B FLOHR, REPUBLICAN: 177

OWEN TOWNSHIP TRUSTEE, CLINTON COUNTY
CORY KLINEDINST, REPUBLICAN: 217

PERRY TOWNSHIP BOARD MEMBER, CLINTON COUNTY (3 TO BE ELECTED)
BRADLEY BAILEY, REPUBLICAN: 266
DEVIN G BELL, REPUBLICAN: 225
JAMEY L CHANEY, REPUBLICAN: 251

PERRY TOWNSHIP TRUSTEE, CLINTON COUNTY
SCOTT KIMMEL, REPUBLICAN: 366

ROSS TOWNSHIP BOARD MEMBER, CLINTON COUNTY (3 TO BE ELECTED)
GARY W GANGWER, REPUBLICAN: 545

ROSS TOWNSHIP TRUSTEE, CLINTON COUNTY
JAMES (JIM) HARRIS, REPUBLICAN: 703

SUGAR CREEK TOWNSHIP TRUSTEE, CLINTON COUNTY
JEREMY PAYNE, REPUBLICAN: 154

UNION TOWNSHIP BOARD MEMBER, CLINTON COUNTY (3 TO BE ELECTED)
C. DAVID LITTLE, DEMOCRATIC: 154
JOE CARTER, REPUBLICAN: 213
PAUL L DORSEY, REPUBLICAN: 194

UNION TOWNSHIP TRUSTEE, CLINTON COUNTY
KEVIN EVEANS, REPUBLICAN: 170
LARRY L LAUGHNER, DEMOCRATIC: 143

WARREN TOWNSHIP BOARD MEMBER, CLINTON COUNTY (3 TO BE ELECTED)
PHILLIP D CARTER, REPUBLICAN: 133
MARY E HARNESS, REPUBLICAN: 111

WARREN TOWNSHIP TRUSTEE, CLINTON COUNTY
LARRY MILLER, DEMOCRATIC: 101

WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP BOARD MEMBER, CLINTON COUNTY (3 TO BE ELECTED)
WILLIAM G FULTZ, REPUBLICAN: 165
JIM KNAPP, REPUBLICAN: 177
ROBERT J STINSON, REPUBLICAN: 195

WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP TRUSTEE, CLINTON COUNTY
JEFFREY C SIGLER, REPUBLICAN: 273

KIRKLIN TOWN COUNCIL MEMBER, CLINTON COUNTY (2 TO BE ELECTED)
JENNIFER BOWMAN , REPUBLICAN: 100
JERRY FAUCETT, REPUBLICAN: 110
LISA GARDNER, DEMOCRATIC: 70

CLINTON CENTRAL SCHOOL BOARD, AT LARGE
BRYCE EATON, NON PARTISAN: 1068

CLINTON CENTRAL SCHOOL BOARD, DISTRICT 10
GINA M CRENSHAW , NON PARTISAN: 865
CRAIG M SHEETS, NON PARTISAN: 446

CLINTON CENTRAL SCHOOL BOARD, DISTRICT 12
KATIE COHEE, NON PARTISAN:1111

CLINTON PRAIRIE SCHOOL BOARD, AT LARGE
ROB ALLEN, NON PARTISAN: 688
JUSTIN R BREWER, NON PARTISAN: 726

CLINTON PRAIRIE SCHOOL BOARD, DISTRICT 17
TOBY J BOYER, NON PARTISAN: 517
CYNTHIA D NEAL, NON PARTISAN: 915

FRANKFORT COMMUNITY SCHOOL BOARD, DISTRICT 4
KRISTEN L BEARDSLEY, NON PARTISAN: 1941

FRANKFORT COMMUNITY SCHOOL BOARD, DISTRICT 5
AMANDA (MANDI) MITCHELL, NON PARTISAN:1901

FRANKFORT COMMUNITY SCHOOL BOARD, DISTRICT 6
JOEL PATRICK TATUM, NON PARTISAN: 1823

FRANKFORT COMMUNITY SCHOOL BOARD, DISTRICT 7
SANDRA L MILLER, NON PARTISAN: 1908

AUDITOR OF STATE
TERA K. KLUTZ, REPUBLICAN: 5451
ZENAI BROOKS, DEMOCRATIC: 1512
JOHN ANDREW SCHICK, LIBERTARIAN: 278

SECRETARY OF STATE
DIEGO MORALES, REPUBLICAN: 4904
DESTINY WELLS, DEMOCRATIC: 1820
EFFREY MAURER, LIBERTARIAN: 485
WRITE-IN: 1

STATE REPRESENTATIVE, DISTRICT 038
HEATH R. VANNATTER, REPUBLICAN: 1068

STATE REPRESENTATIVE, DISTRICT 041
MARK J. GENDA, REPUBLICAN: 4819
GREG A. WOODS, DEMOCRATIC: 1175

TREASURER OF STATE
DANIEL ELLIOTT, REPUBLICAN: 5567
JESSICA MCCLELLAN, DEMOCRATIC: 1669

UNITED STATES REPRESENTATIVE, FOURTH DISTRICT
JIM BAIRD, REPUBLICAN: 5657
ROGER D. DAY, DEMOCRATIC: 1612
WRITE-IN: 2

UNITED STATES SENATOR FROM INDIANA
TODD YOUNG, REPUBLICAN: 5362
THOMAS M. MCDERMOTT, JR., DEMOCRATIC: 1606
JAMES M. SCENIAK, LIBERTARIAN:324
WRITE-IN: 6

SUMMARY

STRAIGHT PARTY VOTES
REPUBLICAN: 2697
DEMOCRATIC: 469
LIBERTARIAN: 1

TOTAL VOTES
PUBLIC COUNT(ALL): 7439
ELECTION DAY: 4672
PAPER ABSENTEE: 365
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INDOT Working with City to Address Fire Hydrant Located in Middle of Sidewalk

Published on November 2, 2022November 2, 2022 by Brett W. Todd

FRANKFORT, Ind. – The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) announced Tuesday it is working with the City of Frankfort to address the placement of a fire hydrant in the middle of a sidewalk on S.R. 28, west of S. Doyal Street. INDOT states the current placement of the hydrant is “due to the underground locations of a fiber optic bank and water main.” INDOT will meet with city officials to determine a solution to the current placement.

INDOT provided the following additional updates to the State Road 28 resurfacing and rehabilitation project in Frankfort. S.R. 28 is now open from N. Jackson Street to 6th Street. S.R. 28 is also now two-way traffic from N. Jackson St. and to the west. Crews have also placed concrete islands in various locations to improve safety. The width of the roadway at each location is large, and the islands provide a safe solution for pedestrians that are unable to cross the roadway entirely. Additionally, the mid-point crosswalks were placed at the request of local residents during the design phases. The island at the railroad crossing is required by the railroad company.

Currently in Frankfort, U.S. 421 is closed between Walnut St. and S.R. 39 (N. Jackson St.) for continued work on this project. The official detour follows S.R. 39 to S.R. 38 to U.S. 421 and back toward S.R. 39.

Due to industry-wide supply chain and labor shortage issues, the new timeline for complete reopening is at the end of December, 2022. Crews are working diligently to be as efficient, safe and timely as possible. INDOT appreciates the continued cooperation and patience of residents and the traveling public.

After the road reopens, crews will still be working on cosmetic improvements, like lane striping and landscaping. That will be done under temporary restrictions and/or flagging operations.

This project was awarded to E & B Paving LLC for $17.9 million and will resurface or reconstruct portions of S.R. 28 from C.R. 200 W. east to Jackson Street, the addition of a right turn lane from westbound S.R. 28 to northbound Jackson Street, and then continue with the reconstruction of S.R. 28 from Jackson Street eastward to Hoke Ave. The project also includes the addition of dedicated left turn lanes on S.R. 28 at Clay Street, the reconstruction of the storm water system, reconstruction of sidewalks to be ADA compliant on the south side of S.R. 28 from West St. to Hoke Ave., and a shared use path on the north side of S.R. 28 for the total length of the project.

INDOT reminds motorists to slow down, use caution and consider worker safety when traveling through a work zone.

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