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Thursday, 3.15.12 ON THE WEB: www.yankton.net the region PRESS DAKOTAN NEWS DEPARTMENT: [email protected] 3 Notice Of City Policy On Signs And Banners Warmer weather brings a full season of activities and events to Help Teens Enjoy Safe, Drug-Free Prom, Graduation Season enjoy around town. The City of Yankton reminds citizens trying to Parents play a major role in their chil- us, it is imperative for parents to be aware of games, movies, etc get the word out that advertising signs, political signs, and event dren’s choices about alcohol, tobacco and the increased risk of teen alcohol parties oc- • Make regular and unobtrusive visits to banners cannot be placed in the city street right of way. other drugs. In a National Center on Addic- curring and the potential dangers that ac- the party area with sensitivity to teens’ needs All signs and banners must be placed on private property. Signs tion and Substance Abuse at Columbia Uni- company those alcohol-fueled gatherings. for privacy located in the public right of way will be removed without notice. versity survey to parents and teens, one-third Simply taking away the car keys does not If your teen is attending a party: For more information on sign placement and permits, visit city- of teen partygoers have been to parties solve all of the problems related to underage • Know where your child will be. Call the ofyankton.org or contact the Community Development Department where teens were drinking alcohol, smoking drinking. parent in charge to verify the location of the at (605) 668-5251. marijuana, or using cocaine, ecstasy or pre- It is important for parents to proactively party. Ensure there will be adult supervision scription drugs while a parent was present. take measures to help ensure these special ant that the host will not be serving or allow- By age 17, nearly half of teens have been at times are fun, yet safe and drug-free for their ing alcohol. LRCJC To Hold First Meeting Of 2012 Interim parties where parents were present. teens. Here are a few ideas for parents (and • Set a curfew for your teen to be home and PIERRE — The first meeting of the Legislative Research Coun- The Coalition for a Drug Free Yankton has teens) planning celebratory parties: when they arrive home, have them check in cil’s Joint Committee on Appropriations for the 2012 interim, will partnered with Drug Free Action Alliance • Create a party plan, including a guest with you. be held March 19 in Pierre. The meeting will be held in LCR 1 & 2 of along with national sports icon and “Parents list, with your teen • Know how your child is getting to and the State Capitol, beginning 15 minutes after the close of the Leg- Who Host, Lose The Most: Don’t be a party to • Invite just the friends on your list and let from the party. Reinforce the message to your islative Session. The public is invited to attend. teenage drinking” honorary chair Clark Kel- them know in advance the party is “invitation teenager that he/she should never allow some- The committee, Co-Chaired by Sen. Corey Brown (R-Gettysburg) logg to reinforce our community message only” one who has been drinking to drive them and Rep. Dean Wink (R-Howes) will review the 2012 session ac- that underage drinking is unsafe, unhealthy • Let party guests know that if they leave, anywhere. tions, discuss the interim work program and will approve Letters of and unacceptable. they cannot come back For additional information, including the Intent (L.O.I.). LOIs provide additional direction to the agencies in With prom and graduation season upon • Plan some activities such as music, full list of parent tips and ideas, visit regards to the General Appropriations Act. www.DrugFreeActionAlliance.org. In addition to co-chairs Wink and Brown, committee members include, Sens. Jeffery Haverly (R-Rapid City), Phyllis Heineman (R- Sioux Falls), Kent Juhnke (R-Vivian), Al Novstrup (R-Aberdeen), Boys And Girls Club Deb Peters (R-Hartford), J.E. “Jim” Putnam (R-Armour), Billie Sut- AAA: Drivers Changing Habits ton (D-Burke), and Larry Tidemann, Vice Chair (R-Brookings); and Reps. Jim Bolin (R-Canton), Lance Carson, Vice Chair (R-Mitchell), Addresses Bullying Bob Deelstra (R-Hartford), H. Paul Dennert (D-Columbia), Dan Dry- In Face Of Higher Gas Prices den (R-Rapid City), Fred Romkema (R-Spearfish), Jim White (R- SIOUX FALLS — With gas prices each short errand can use twice as Huron) and Susan Wismer (D-Britton). hovering 30 cents below all-time highs much gas as a longer multipurpose With Creative Programs and up 53 cents since the first of the trip covering the same distance when It has been noted that youth around Yankton and SHIINE Seeks Local Volunteers year, AAA recently asked more than the engine is warm. Plan the route in everywhere today face the issue of bullying. As the com- one thousand adults if they’re chang- advance to drive the fewest miles. On- munity works together to address and stop the issue, the PIERRE — The South Dakota Senior Health Information and In- ing their driving behaviors as a result, line mapping tools such as AAA’s Trip- Boys & Girls Club would like to let the community know surance Education (SHIINE) program is currently seeking volun- and how. Tik Travel Planner are available to help about the many Character & Leadership programs we teers to help seniors with their Medicare questions. Volunteers will Eighty four percent told AAA they plan routes and are free to motorists at offer that address bullying. receive training on all parts of Medicare and learn how to provide have modified their driving behavior. AAA.com. Cyber Bullying is the newest and perhaps most threat- one-on-one Medicare counseling. Combining trips and errands was the • Find the lowest gas prices — Be- ening way for kids to bully one another. At our Traditional Volunteer counselors are vital to the success of the program, as most commonly reported cost-cutting fore heading out, know where the Site, we offer a program called NetSmartz which focuses they provide an opportunity for seniors to discuss their Medicare measure with 60 percent of respon- cheapest gas is. AAA’s TripTik smart- on three main objectives: identifying what cyber bullying questions and concerns in person. All services are unbiased and dents reporting having already made phone app provides the most current is, identifying ways to protect yourself from cyber bully- confidential. this adjustment. Nearly nine in 10 said and accurate gas price data available, ing and identity theft, and what to do if you or someone Volunteers are most active during Part D open enrollment in the they would change their driving habits by drawing on credit card transactions you know is being bullied. months of October, November and December. if prices remain at current levels for a at more than 120,000 stations nation- Many times we have found that youth need a safe envi- Training includes: sustained period. For example, recent wide. Drivers can find the lowest gas ronment to discuss issues they may be facing in their • All parts of Medicare, gas price increases have led 16 percent prices close to home or on the road. lives — free from judgment, teasing, or retaliation. Our • How to counsel people individually, of respondents to purchase or lease a The AAA app’s GPS technology en- small group programs like B.O.Y. (Best Of You) and • How to provide referrals, and more fuel-efficient vehicle. But if prices ables users to quickly locate stations G.I.R.L. (Girls In Real Life) give our members a chance to • How to navigate the Medicare website and plan finder tool. remain at current levels, double that on a map and see the price for all avail- voice their concerns and find solutions to problems col- Interested candidates should be comfortable using a computer, number (34 percent) indicated they able grades of gasoline. Visit lectively in a friendly, safe environment with a trained the Internet, and meeting with individuals in a public location, such would be shopping for a vehicle with AAA.com/Mobile. BGC staff member who can offer real and practical advice as a library or senior center. Volunteers will be able to choose the better fuel economy. A not-for-profit organization, AAA to the youth who need it most. hours they would like to provide services. Volunteers may not hold Besides keeping vehicles well- South Dakota serves its 91,571 mem- The first step is always to identify the problem. If you a current license to sell Medicare-related health insurance. tuned, maintaining proper tire pres- bers across South Dakota with emer- have an issue with bullying or know someone who does, sures and reducing speed, AAA says gency help on the road, auto travel visit the Club at 1804 Broadway and together we will find To become a SHIINE volunteer or to learn more, visit there are other simple ways motorists assistance and a wide range of per- http://www.shiine.net/index.php or contact a regional coordinator the solution! can save at the pump: sonal insurance, travel, financial and If you would like more information or have any ques- nearest you, In eastern South Dakota, it’s Tom Hoy (605-333-3314 or • Plan trips in advance — When automotive services through its 10 re- 1-800-536-8197). tions, contact Devin Warren, Unit Director, at 605-668-9710 running errands, combine several trips tail branches, and the Internet at or [email protected].