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TODAy’s WeaTHER FRIDAY, JULY 6, 2018 Today: Decreasing cloudiness and humidity. SHERIDAN | NOBLESVILLE | CICERO | ARCADIA Tonight: Clear and cooler. IKE TLANTA ESTFIELD ARMEL ISHERS NEWS GATHERING L & A | W | C | F PARTNER FOLLOW US! HIGH: 80 LOW: 55 Carmel swim Sheridan celebrates in style coach facing fed time over exploitation WISH-TV | wishtv.com A Carmel High School swim coach fac- es federal charges of child sexual exploita- tion and possession of child pornography after authorities say he engaged in a sexual relationship with one of the female athletes he coached. John Goelz, 29, Fishers, was arrest- ed Tuesday and on Thursday remained in the custody of the U.S. Marshals Service. Goelz His detention hear- ing is scheduled for July 10, the office of the U.S. Attorney Josh Minkler announced on Thursday. “Protecting our youth from sexual pred- Photos provided by Kirk Green ators will always remain a top priority of this Tuesday’s heat didn’t keep Sheridan area residents from lining Main Street office,” said Minkler. “Those we put trust in for the annual 4th of July Parade. (Above) Serving as Grand Marshals to supervise and coach our children cannot for this year’s parade were Tom and Anita Alexander. (Right) The parade be allowed to take advantage of them and was led by a color guard representing Sheridan American Legion Post will face tough federal prosecution.” No. 67. A complete gallery of images can be viewed at this link. Law enforcement officials on June 29 learned that Goelz might have been involved in a sexual relationship with a female minor who he coached for both the Carmel Swim Club and Carmel High School's swim team. A ‘fair’ judge of political mementos? Goelz was an employee of Carmel Swim Club and began volunteering as an assistant Imagine my surprise when Roosevelt-Landon 1936 presi- Buttons or pins go as far back as swim coach with Carmel High School in the I was asked to be a judge at the dential campaign. George Washington's time, but were not 2015-16 school year. State Fair. I've never judged any As a youngster I became mass produced until the 1896 presidential Authorities were able to determine from competition in my life except enamored with Ike. I remember campaign in which William McKinley and screenshots of text message exchanges that maybe Halloween pumpkins, in 1952 my dad took me to see Teddy Roosevelt were candidates. They the relationship dated back to February but someone thought I could be Ike at a campaign rally in Butler gained popularity until the 1960s. 2018. an impartial judge of political Fieldhouse. My buddies and I As a Republican, can I be trusted to be After getting a search warrant for memorabilia. probably drove campaign office fair in judging? I think so. Most collectors Goelz's residence and cellphone, investiga- I have never thought much FRED SWIFT workers crazy that year asking have items from both major parties. Judg- tors found that Goelz and the female minor The County Line about who judges exhibits at the for pins and buttons. es don't get paid. We do get four tickets to had engaged in sex at public parks in Ham- fair. But, I assume that they are People don't wear political the fair which starts on August 3 and runs ilton County, at Goelz's residence and at a just plain folks who have some interest or buttons much anymore. Maybe it’s not through August 19. hotel in Anderson. They also determined knowledge of the items to be judged. considered 'politically correct' in mixed So, if you attend the State Fair this year that Goelz had used his cellphone to record All I can claim is that I have collected company. In the Eisenhower days even and care anything about politics you might video of their sexual activity. buttons and badges since Dwight Eisen- school kids wore 'I Like Ike' buttons in want to visit the displays at the Indiana The investigation was conducted by the hower's campaign for president, and have class. That would probably be a real no-no Arts Building. It might be interesting, but U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforce- since been given ones as far back as the today. no guarantee. ment, Homeland Security Investigations and the Hamilton County Metro Child Ex- ploitation Task Force. Carmel Clay Schools and Carmel Swim Dance in the streets of Carmel Saturday night Club released a joint statement sent to fami- The REPORTER son in the City and there is no better place Line Road to Veterans Way/1st Avenue lies of student-athletes on Thursday: Do you want to keep your Fourth of to be Saturday night than in the heart of NW will be closed beginning around 2:30 Dear Carmel Clay Schools Swim Team July party rocking? Join the City of Car- the Carmel Arts & Design District,” said p.m. on Saturday so preparations can be Families and Carmel Swim Club Families, mel from 9 p.m. to midnight on Satur- Mayor Jim Brainard. “These late night made, including the placement of a stage Carmel Police notified us that John day, July 7 for the second “Late Night on events were created to enhance our night for the band. Detour signs will be in place Goelz was arrested earlier this week. We Main” street party in the Carmel Arts and life entertainment and to bring people to- to direct traffic around the closure. Plan wanted to share with you the following in- Design District. The city will shut down gether to share music, dining and a little for extra time Saturday afternoon and eve- formation we have received from the U.S. the block just west of Range Line Road shopping in a unique setting.” ning if your route includes Main Street. Attorney’s Office. We have been advised to make way for musical entertainment, With the goal of bringing more atten- Mark your calendars for upcoming that Mr. Goelz had an inappropriate rela- dancing in the street and enjoying the eats tion to different sections of Main Street Late Night on Main events on Aug. 18 tionship with a female Carmel High School and treats from local vendors who will be again this year, the Late Night on Main and Oct. 5. student-athlete. staying up late. events will be moved east and west on Parking is available at city parking Mr. Goelz served as a volunteer assis- Previously-scheduled group The Carl Main Street throughout the year. Patrons garages and other public parking spaces. tant coach for the Carmel High school swim Storie Band will not be able to perform on the patios and sidewalks at Donatello’s Click here to see a parking map. team and was also a coach for the Carmel due to illness, but “Late Night on Main” Italian Restaurant and Mudbugs Cajun Stay on top of any changes or added Swim Club. He is not a teacher or otherwise has booked Toy Factory to take the stage. Cafe will have front row seats to the show. features by following the Carmel Arts & employed by Carmel Clay Schools. He is no “We are well into our robust event sea- This means Main Street from Range Design District on Facebook. longer affiliated with either organization. We continue to be in communication with law enforcement in this ongoing investigation. We are shocked and deeply saddened Property owners near trails are now protected this has occurred. We will evaluate the sit- uation as more information becomes avail- By DAVID WILLIAMS bors another trail passage option. property on a trail, you would be liable if able and will continue to do all we can to WISH-TV | wishtv.com They also pay for the highest liabili- anything were to happen to someone cut- keep our children safe. We ask that you ty insurance coverage they can, because ting through your property. With this law, respect the privacy of the family involved There are now more protections for they know people use their property to you are relieved of that liability." during this difficult time. homeowners, if you own property that get to and from the Monon Trail. Hamilton created the law. She says Dr. Michael Beresford, Superintendent backs up to a trail. It's all thanks to a state "It protects us in the event that some- it passed with strong support from the Carmel Clay Schools law that took effect on July 1. one were to be injured or generally pro- Statehouse. But, there were some initial Kristin Sherman, President Carmel This new law is designed to protect tects against lawsuits," said Hale. concerns. Swim Club property owners along green ways or Now, the need for that extra insurance "One concern that we heard early on, If convicted, Goelz could face at least trails. could change, thanks to a new state law is that this might condone trespass. Tres- 15 years in prison, according to Assistant Molly Hale and her family own a that just took effect July 1. passing is still illegal. That is not con- U.S. Attorney MaryAnn T. Mindrum. home that backs right up to the Monon State Representative Carey Hamilton, doned by this bill." If you have any additional information Trail. a Democrat from Indianapolis, said, "Be- about this case, you're encouraged to call They bought the house to give neigh- fore this law, if you lived on a trail, had See Property Owners . Page 2 the Hamilton County Metro Child Exploita- tion Task Force at 317-595-3361.