Volume 25, Number 11 Indian Springs Village, February 7, 2016

INDIAN SPRINGS VILLAGE TOWN COUNCIL MEETINGS MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR

Tuesday, February 2, 2016 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 16, 2016 7:00 p.m. Well, I am sitting here at my computer waiting for the

Agenda snow to start! Hope each of you have made the obligatory I. Mayor/Council/Committee Reports trip to the supermarket for milk and bread. I never fully II. Ordinances and Resolutions understood the need for those 2 specific items. Maybe III. Citizen’s Forum bread along with sandwich meat and milk if there are young children in the household or if accompanied by a bag of Indian Springs Village Telephone Directory Number is 982-1755 chocolate chip cookies. Oh, well, hopefully things won’t be as bad as predicted. Keep warm and dry, ISV citizens! For Town Hall Reservations please contact Amy Easton. For a much awaited update on the Dam Breach Analysis we Email: [email protected] have been requesting for a long time, the Inundation Study Website: www.indianspringsvillage.org draft came out and is very thorough. Our town engineer, Frazier Christy, had a few questions that are being EDITOR’S NOTES addressed by conferencing with the County and the firm The Village Voice is the official organ of Indian that did the study. Meanwhile, this is not holding up the Springs Village, AL, established October 16, 1990. The mission of this newsletter is to foster a spirit of development of an Emergency Action Plan for areas that community and co-operation. It is the vehicle for could be impacted by flooding. I am convinced this never reporting the monthly deliberations of the mayor and council in town council meetings; additionally would have been looked into or moved on without Indian it provides these officials and other Villagers a Springs being persistent and determined to get this means of communicating – it is a “voice.” accomplished.

The Village Voice is published the second week of each month. Articles for the March edition should We are working very hard on our Storm Water be submitted by February 23, 2016. All materials Management Plan for Phase II MS4 (municipal separate submitted for publication may be edited, including letters to the editor, which must be signed and give storm sewer system) that is now required through EPA and writer’s address and phone number: All opinions ADEM. The council, along with our town engineer, are also expressed in this newsletter are those of the in the process of developing an erosion and sedimentation authors of articles. control ordinance that I believe will help in the future to Address letters to the editor and news items to: protect property owners from such scenarios as Leigh Whatley, Editor inappropriate dumping like mud and water from 5301 Mountain Park Drive Indian Springs Village, AL 35124 construction sites that could be prevented with proper Tel: 205.238.5924 or erosion control measures. email: [email protected]. Sincerely,

Editor’s Appreciation: Mildred Wyatt for the masthead drawing. Although Brenda Bell-Guercio Mrs. Wyatt has passed away, this acknowledgement will continue in honor of the contributions of Mrs. Wyatt and her family to The Village Voice and the town of Indian Springs Village.

TOWN COUNCIL MEETING service April 1 – September 30th and bi-weekly for the remainder of the year. It also includes shrub trimming December 15, 2015 rather than $50/time as directed by the previous

The Indian Springs Village Town Council met Tuesday, contract. Everything else is the same. Robins noted he December 15, 2015. Mayor Bell-Guercio called the had contacted the County and State Highway meeting to order at 7:00 P.M. Bell and Brenna Casey led Departments and had culverts cleared on Highway 119, the Pledge of Allegiance. The Town Clerk called the roll Indian Trail and Rockford Road following the storms. To and all council members were present except report a problem directly to the County or State Highway Councilperson Kathryn Harrington. Departments, call 669-3880 and 668-0173 respectively. The minutes of December 1, 2015 were reviewed and Robins also reported that Wayne Jones and he had met accepted as written. with architect Mark Burns to get an update on the design Mayor Bell-Guercio adjourned the meeting at 7:05 plans for the multi-purpose building proposed to replace P.M. and invited everyone to join us for the Christmas the storage sheds behind the pavilion. Mark had party. redesigned the bathrooms to make sure they met ADA specifications. The proposed building was reoriented to Respectfully submitted: reflect a barn style that would be both functional and Joan Downs, Town Clerk aesthetically pleasing with the rest of the property and facilities. He will present a finalized draft to the Council for input. TOWN COUNCIL MEETING Mayor Bell-Guercio introduced the proposed Storm January 5, 2016 Water Management Plan which is required for the Town’s pending Phase II MS4 permit (Municipal Separate Storm

Sewer System). The Phase II permit is required by ADEM The Indian Springs Village Town Council met Tuesday, January5, 2015. Mayor Bell-Guercio called the meeting to (Alabama Department of Environmental Management) for all storm water discharges from small municipalities order at 7:00 P.M. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, in an effort to protect water quality by reducing the Chairman Pro Tem Herb Robins called the roll in the absence of the Town Clerk. All council members were discharge of pollutants in storm water. The plan was drafted by Town Engineer, Frazier Christy and he and the present except Councilman Stauss. Mayor explained the need for the plan and the basic The minutes of December 15, 2015 were reviewed and accepted as written. requirements of the plan. The plan calls for the establishment of a Citizen’s Environmental Advisory Councilman Mendel presented the Financial Report Committee which the Mayor is in the process of for November 30, 2015. He noted that the expenses to date ($49,502) for the cleanup of the Andrews property assembling. There was much discussion by the Council and the proposed plan will be posted for a public hearing. were shown as a receivable. ISV will be reimbursed by the A proposed Erosion Control and Sedimentation Andrews for those expenses. Mendel moved to endorse the report and Councilperson Harrington seconded. The Ordinance was introduced by the Mayor and the Town Engineer. Christy gave a general overview of the vote was unanimous. ordinance which is designed to control/prevent damage Fire Chief Buddy Tyler reported that North Shelby made 1659 calls in 2015. In December 2015, they made a to adjacent property owners and drainage ways from construction erosion. The proposed ordinance was total of 139 calls (49 fire related, 90 medical related). He discussed and will be posted for a public hearing. A noted he was replacing staff as people retired and the Fire Board approved additional funding so he can hire firemen proposed application for a Land Disturbance Permit was also discussed. with experience. He noted no major problems with the A proposed ordinance to establish a new fee schedule recent flooding but that they had responded to a home invasion in Meadow Brook where someone was injured. for various applications required by the ISV zoning ordinance, subdivision regulations and other town Deputy Lee Stockman noted that there had also been ordinances was also discussed. Several minor changes some vehicle break-ins. The Sheriff’s Office responded to 72 calls in December in ISV. In 2015, they responded to were suggested by the Council for all three documents. A resident asked the Council if UBER was authorized 1184 calls in ISV. to do business in ISV. The Council responded “no” but Robins reported that Danny Barry of Covenant Lawn Care had submitted his new contract for 2016 as would investigate to see if they are operating without permission in ISV. The same resident presented the previously approved by the Council. Changes from 2015 are $625/month for 12 months which includes weekly Council with a letter from the Attorney General dated 12/8/15 addressing the prohibition of firearms at certain public facilities. In response to a previous opinion addressing the issue, the Council posted the Town Hall Page 2 and Pavilion as a gun free zone. The Mayor said that the Council would research the latest interpretation and alter or remove the signs as required by State Law. public facilities. In response to a previous opinion INDIAN SPRINGS SCHOOL addressing the issue, the Council posted the Town Hall and Pavilion as a gun free zone. The Mayor said that the DEBATE TEAM WINS FIRST AT Council would research the latest interpretation and alter SAMFORD TOURNAMENT or remove the signs as required by State Law.

Bell-Guercio adjourned the meeting at 8:30 P.M. The ISS team of Sam Newton ’16 and Ulysses Keevan- Lynch ’17 claimed first place in the Novice Division of Respectfully submitted: Public Forum Debate Saturday at Samford University’s Councilman Herb Robins 2016 Bishop Guild Debate Tournament, winning the final round by a unanimous decision. Competing against two-member teams from other area high schools, Newton and Keevan-Lynch were undefeated GARDEN CLUB MEMBERS in seven debates during the day-and-a-half-long event, SEE FAIRY GARDEN the students’ first-ever debate tournament. They won five rounds affirming and two rounds negating the topic DEMONSTRATIONS "Resolved: On balance, economic sanctions are reducing by Ruth Goodwyn, Publicity Chair, Indian Springs the threat Russia poses to Western interests." In addition Garden Club to winning the 1st Place Team award in Novice Public Forum Debate, Newton won the 1st Place Speaker award Personnel from Myers Plants and Pottery, located on and Keevan-Lynch won 2nd Place Speaker for the Highway 31 in Pelham, presented the program on fairy, division. or miniature, gardens at the Jan. 28 meeting of the “We are extremely proud of Sam and Ulysses, whose Indian Springs Garden Club at the Town Hall, beginning diligence and hard work enabled them to claim first place at 6:30 p. m. Nancy Myers (co-owner of Myers with her in their division,” says ISS Debate teacher and Debate husband), Darlene Wesson, and Cindy Teesateskie all Team faculty advisor Chuck Williams. “In the days three had interesting information to impart about indoor leading up to the tournament, they worked with other gardens. (When asked about her last name, Teesateskie members of the ISS Debate Team to prepare by running explained that it was Cherokee Indian.) practice rounds, researching, refining and rewriting their A “how to” demonstration was given: put down fine cases. This is truly a victory for all the members of our gravel, fine charcoal, soil – fine peatmoss, and then place team.” your miniature plants. Trays and trays of various plants Recently named by Business Insider one of the were available, including ferns and succulents and air smartest boarding schools in the nation, Indian Springs plants, some in bloom, plus trays of miniature furniture School is a national leader in coed boarding and day and animals. Pieces of rustic-looking furniture which education for grades 8-12. Inspired by the motto would make interesting fairy garden containers were also “Learning through Living,” the school seeks to develop in on display. A beautiful terrarium, or sealable glass students a love of learning, a sense of integrity and moral container, was passed around for all to admire as another courage, and an ethic of participatory citizenship. For example of an indoor garden. Terrariums have a long more information, please visit www.IndianSprings.org. — history as decorative or ornamental items and can be open or closed. Vice-President Marge Dunn, who had arranged for the speakers, introduced them. Dues, $10.00 per person or $12.00 for husband/wife, were paid to Jennifer Bondi, Treasurer. A preliminary membership list was passed around and corrections made. Former member Lynn Hendricks, who now lives in Kathleen, Georgia, surprised us all with a visit, being present at the meeting, In other news, member Jennie Pittman, who was in a car accident before Thanksgiving, is expected to return home next week from a rehabilitation facility. At our February meeting, Thursday, Feb. 26, 6:30 p.m. at the Town Hall, new member Judy Goodwin will demonstrate how to make the sweatshirt jackets that she Photo: Sam Newton ’16 and Ulysses Keevan-Lynch ’17, brought to our Christmas party. Later on she will help us who won 1st place at Samford University’s 2016 Bishop make our own. Guild Debate Tournament

Page 3 HELP, HELP, HELP IS NEEDED… by BJ Scharath

Believe or not, Easter is just around the corner!!! Day of the Hunt: That means planning and preparing for the Annual • 10 am morning of the Hunt: volunteers to help ISV Easter Egg Hunt is getting ready to burst into hide 2,000+ eggs full swing! For the Hunt: The Village works hard to make sure that the Annual • Adult Volunteers to supervise each of the five (5) Easter Egg Hunt is fun for every child participating, age specific hunt areas and everyone leaves with lots of eggs, prizes and • Under 2 goodies. Many local vendors contribute items that • 2-3 year olds can be stuffed into all the eggs. And even though the • 4-5 year olds actual Hunt only lasts 10-15 minutes, there are • 6-7 year olds many hours of prep work needed to make the Hunt • 8-12 year olds successful for the children. • Two “Redeemers” (individuals who help with redeeming found gifts and prizes) So, how many eggs are “hidden”? If you guessed • Volunteers to work the lines for free give aways 1,000 eggs, you are wrong!!! Over 2,000 eggs are • Volunteer to Start the Race stuffed with goodies and hidden for some lucky child • Help with clean up post-hunt to find. And even though there is only one official start time for the hunt, the grounds of the Town Hall If you want your children or grandchildren to have a are divided off into five discreet areas, so children fun Easter day, consider helping Margie make this a participate with other children their own age. In very successful and happy event by volunteering for fact, it’s all so much fun, even the Easter Bunny one or more tasks listed above. shows up to join in the festivities!

rd The coordinator this year is Margie Robins. Many 23 Annual ISV Easter Egg Hunt volunteers are needed to help with a variety of tasks. Volunteers can be any age, young or old. If you Saturday, March 26, 2016 3:00 p.m. know someone who has a school commitment to volunteer at least three hours for a community INDIAN SPRINGS VILLAGE TOWN HALL service project, call Margie! If you are retired and have time on your hands, call Margie! If you work, All children through the age of 12 are and still want to help, call Margie! The only job requirement is enthusiasm and a willingness to help. invited! Bring your own baskets and be

Look in the March edition for specific details about ready to hunt for eggs, trinkets, candy the Easter Egg Hunt, which is scheduled for 3 pm Saturday, March 26th. Here is a list of needed volunteers: and cash prized!

Prior to Day of the Hunt: Volunteers are still needed! • Help soliciting and/or purchasing child appropriate prizes Call Margie Robins at 205-980-9217 and give her a • Help with stuffing Easter eggs great Easter present of your time and energy!!! • Groundskeeper duties (make sure grass is mowed, ant beds and other kid-unfriendly things are removed/minimized)

Page 4 IN SYMPATHY Chadwell Knight, she is survived by her son, Karl Coldwell Knight of Huntsville, Alabama; her daughter

and son-in-law, Katherine and Clay Haley of Vestavia Our sympathy is extended to the family of Shirley Anne Hills; and three grandchildren: Clayton Chadwell Haley Bridges Knight. Shirley Anne Bridges 84 of Indian and Katherine Kessler Haley of Vestavia Hills and Kirsten Springs, died Tuesday, December 22, 2015. She was born Elena Knight of Huntsville, Alabama. in Birmingham, Alabama, 15 August 1931, the only child of Chadwell Coldwell Bridges and Katherine Schlichter Bridges. She attended Elyton School before the family moved to Jackson, Tennessee, where she graduated from Jackson High School in 1948. Mrs. Knight was a 1952 IN SYMPATHY graduate of Union University, Jackson Tennessee with majors in music and education. While at Union, she was Our sympathy is extended to the soloist with the Union University Choir and Chorus. She family of Jerry Wayne Pate. Jerry was a member of honorary music, drama, and literary Wayne Pate was born in societies and of Chi Omega. She was literary editor for the Tuscaloosa, Alabama, on February Union University newspaper and won several local, 9, 1947. He graduated from regional and national awards for creative writing. Mrs. Tuscaloosa High School in Knight was elected secretary of the sophomore and the 1965,where he met his high school senior classes and twice elected to the University's sweetheart Brenda West. They homecoming court. She was selected for the 1952 edition were married in 1967. He earned of Who's Who Among Students in American Colleges and his bachelor's degree from The University of Alabama in Universities. Upon graduating from Union, she received a 1969 and began working in sales. Jerry later moved to piano scholarship for summer study in Estes Park, Birmingham, eventually founding Ener-Dyne Inc in 1980, Colorado, with Dr. Arne Oldberg, renowned pianist and where he was owner and president for over 35 years. He master teacher. A classically trained pianist and lyric and his wife regularly attended several churches in the soprano, she presented musical programs for churches, Birmingham area and were members of First Christian civic clubs, professional organization and conventions Church. He pursued many hobbies and activities, throughout the Southeast. Mrs. Knight received a Master including golfing, boating, and aviation, earning his of Arts degree in music education from George Peabody private pilot's license in 1986. Jerry was a huge Crimson College for Teachers, Nashville, Tennessee in 1953. She Tide fan and supporter. He took his family to many taught in the Birmingham City System and was regular season and bowl games, including the 1992, 2009, choirmaster at St. John's Evangelical and Reformed 2011, and 2012 national title games. He always enjoyed Church for several years. Following her marriage, she tailgating and sharing stories of the Crimson Tide's glory. devoted her time to her family and served as He was the best son, husband, father, brother, uncle, choirmaster/organist for several Birmingham churches as grandfather, and friend anyone could ever dream of. He well as teaching piano in her home studio. In 1968, she was always there to shower love on his children as he returned to teaching school and taught at Bluff Park listened, guided, and comforted. Despite his busy work Elementary School until she retired in 1991. An avid and travel schedule, he never missed a piano recital, a genealogist, Mrs. Knight compiled several books of family soccer game, or a ballet program. As a beloved Papa to his history. She was a member of the Computer Assisted granddaughters Emmy and Ella, he was always available Genealogy Group and the Birmingham Genealogical as caregiver, chauffeur, and playmate. One of Papa's Society where she had served as a corresponding favorite jobs was taking the girls to Bruster's Ice Cream. secretary and on the Board of Directors. She was also a He enjoyed life to the fullest but was also the most member and former corresponding secretary of the generous person we ever knew, giving freely of his time, Alabama Genealogical Society and a coordinator of the money, and energy to anyone in need. He trusted Jesus Alabama State Archives Loose Papers Project in Shelby Christ as his personal savior, which spilled over into every County, Alabama. Mrs. Knight was a member of All aspect of his life. Jerry is preceded in death by his Saints' Episcopal Church, St. Martha's Guild of All Saints', parents, James and Margie Pate; and by his brother, Gary Kappa Delta Epsilon, Daughters of the American Pate. He is survived by his wife, Brenda West Pate; son, Revolution, United Daughters of the Confederacy, and Randolph Pate of Arlington, ; daughter, Ashley numerous historical and genealogical organizations Pate Garrett (Adam) of Hoover; sisters, Rita Pate throughout the . Preceded in death by her Simmons and Sherry Pate Hallman; and granddaughters, husband, Richard P. Knight Jr., and her son, Richard Emelia Garrett and Eleanor Garrett.

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OAK MOUNTAIN STUDENTS helped display the “seven habits” at their school. The seven habits are qualities students are encouraged to RECOGNIZED FOR STRONG exhibit, such as prioritizing their work, beginning tasks CHARACTER TRAITS with the end in mind and being proactive. “Alyssa is kind to everyone," Litrell said. "If she notices that someone is Five students in the Oak Mountain community were having a bad day, she makes it her personal mission to recognized this morning for their strength of character. make their day better.” One student from each school in the Oak Mountain High To conclude the presentation, Shelby County District School feeder system was given a Character in Action and Juvenile Judge Jim Kramer thanked the parents and award at the Jan. 27 Shelby County Drug Free Coalition administrators present at the ceremony. All of the meeting. individuals in these students’ lives have made a positive Students who receive Character in Action awards impact to create strong leaders, Kramer said. embody leadership characteristics such as responsibility, respect and self-discipline, said Emily Litrell, a social worker for Shelby County Schools. The awards program is a joint effort of the school system and Shelby County Juvenile Court. To receive a Character in Action award, students must be nominated. “What we’re trying to do in Shelby County Schools is create well-rounded students on their path to adulthood,” Litrell said. Oak Mountain High School student Gregory Morris received a Character in Action award for the second time today. He was nominated at Oak Mountain Middle School last year, and faculty at Oak Mountain High School who nominated him did not know, Litrell said. “Gregory’s ability to relate to others and make friendships is extraordinary,” Litrell said, reading quotes from Photo: Oak Mountain School System Character in Action nominating teachers. “He treats everyone with respect award winners and their administrators. and seems to truly respect individual differences.” Teachers who nominated Jacob Oliver, an Oak PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT Mountain Middle School student, noted his dedication to his schoolwork and others. “He never forgets to make up SPECIAL EQUESTRIANS work. He never asks for extra time, and he never tries to get out of doing his work,” Litrell read from the If you like horses, the outdoors, and helping nomination comments. “He runs errands for his teachers people, we have the perfect opportunity for you. and constantly helps his classmates when needed.” We welcome you to join our volunteer team of Oak Mountain Intermediate School student Julian over 280 volunteers at Special Equestrians. Nicholson was nominated for his responsibility, Special Equestrians is a therapeutic horseback dedication to academics and willingness to befriend riding program for people with physical, mental, others. “A great example of Julian and his friendliness is or emotional disabilities. All levels of experience his willingness to befriend students who do not are available (no horse experience necessary). necessarily make the best choices behaviorally,” Litrell Volunteers must be 14 years or older. Call or said. “Julian tried to be a role model for these students email today to attend one of our Volunteer who don’t necessarily have any friends.” Training sessions: Julia Beuche, an Inverness Elementary School student, was recognized for the multiple leadership roles she holds Monday, February 15th, 1:00 – 3:00 pm at school. Bush is team captain in gym class, a library Saturday, February 20th, 12:00 – 2:00 pm master who assists students in finding and checking out Thursday, February 25th, 5:30 – 7:30 pm books and a peer helper in music class. “Julia’s daily attitude is doing the right thing, even if no one is Training sessions will take place at our facility looking,” Litrell said. “She has a genuine, truthful and on the campus of Indian Springs School. To sincere approach to her friends and school.” reserve a spot at the training session or to find Alyssa LaCally is an active participant in Oak out more information, please email: Mountain Elementary School’s Leader in Me program, [email protected], call: 205-987-9462 or visit our website www.specialequest.org

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SPECIAL PROGRAMMING TEEN PROGRAMMING *1000 Books Before Kindergarten Open Gaming Fridays, February 5, 12, and 19 at 3:30 pm February Craft – Valentine’s Craft Anime Night Monday, February 8 at 6 pm Valentines for Children’s Hospital Teen Leadership Council Monday, February 1 – Thursday, February 11 Thursday, February 11 at 6:00 pm Teen Tech: Smartphone Hacks Take Your Child to the Library Day Thursday, February 18 at 6:30 pm Saturday, February 6 from 10 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. *Volunteer Days *Lego Club Saturday, February 6 Saturday, February 6 from 10;00 – 11:30 a.m. *Picture Book Club – Llama Llama ADULT PROGRAMMING Tuesday, February 9 at 4:00 p.m. Indoor Yard Sale Preview Event *Newberry Pie Book Club For Friends of North Shelby Library Only Wednesday, February 10 at 1:00 p.m. Friday, February 19 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. *Preschool Kitchen Science: Apple Volcanoes! Indoor Yard Sale Friday, February 12 at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, February 20 from 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. *Homeschool Hangout: What’s Opera? Wednesday, February 17 at 1:00 p.m. *Registration Required Leap Day Craft Monday, February 29 from 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

COMPUTER CLASSES *Microsoft Word 2013 Thursday, February 11 at 2:00 p.m. *Computer Comfort Monday, February 15 at 6:00 p.m. *Microsoft Excel 2013 Tuesday, February 16 at 2:00 p.m. *Internet for Beginners Monday, February 22 at 6:00 p.m. *Great Apps for Kids INDOOR YARD SALE FOR Tuesday, February 23 at 10:00 a.m. FRIENDS OF THE NORTH *Computer/Device Help SHELBY LIBRARY Wednesday, February 24 from 2:00 -4:00 p.m. *Introduction to Google Docs Saturday, February 20, 2016 Thursday, February 25 at 10:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. *Email for Beginners North Shelby Library – Meeting Room Thursday, February 25 at 6:00 p.m.

The Friends of the North Shelby Library STORY TIME PROGRAMMING present their third annual indoor yard sale and *Toddler Tales book sale benefitting the library’s summer Mondays, February 1, 8, 15, and 22 at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. reading program. Items may be dropped off *Baby Tales Story time during library hours until 4:00 p.m. February Tuesdays, February 2 and 16 at 10:00 a.m. 19th. For more information please call 205- Family Story time with Mr. Mac 439-5540 or email [email protected] Wednesdays, February 3, 10, 17, and 24 at 10:45 a.m.

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