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WHAT HAPPENED: The council discussed adopting a resolution to specify how and when a council member may attend regularly scheduled meetings electronically. Gov. Eric Holcomb extended the virtual meeting option for council members through June 30.

WHAT IT MEANS: The council wants to adopt this resolution before the extension expires. Items under consideration include how many times members may annually attend electronically, how much before meetings notice should be given for virtual attendance, limiting how many members can participate virtually at one time and whether this can apply to board and commission meetings council members attend.

WHAT HAPPENED: The council annexed property owned by John Wheeler and Brandie Pauley located at 589 South and County Road 75 West and approved its fiscal plan. This parcel of land is .77 acres and is contiguous to the town limits.

WHAT IT MEANS: This is a super-voluntary annexation. It is lot number two in the Myers Subdivision. The town will now supply this parcel with water, wastewater and storm drainage to this property. The town does not anticipate any incremental costs to provide these services.

WHAT HAPPENED: Lennar Homes of Indiana petitioned the council to annex 139 acres at 569 N and County Road 300 E. This was the introduction of the proposed annexation and anticipated rezoning of this property.

WHAT IT MEANS: This property is zoned agricultural. Lennar is proposing to annex and rezone for a residential development. Lennar is currently building the Kensington neighborhood on CR 100 N. that will have 273 homes on 124 acres, and Four Oaks on East Main Street has 220 homesites.

WHAT HAPPENED: During the department reports town manager Mark Morgan reported that he has been attending meetings at INDOT that provide information on obtaining funding for a bypass.

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Outdoor markets retain popularity with Hendricks County residents By Gus Pearcy resh produce and homemade baked goods, meats, soaps and lotions, food trucks, kid activities, plants, desserts and more fill booths at local farmers markets. The popular outdoor events happen in several Hendrick County communities and abundantly offer produce and products. Shoppers can find farmers markets open just about any night of the week across the county. For the most up-to-date information, visit each town’s Facebook page. F The Brownsburg Farmers Market has food trucks and hand- made clothing vendors as well as fresh produce and activities for kids through the parks department and library. It runs 4-7 p.m. every Thursday on the grounds in front of town hall through Sept. 30. Philip Cornelius, community recreation manager, said the mar- ket hosts 31 vendors ranging from eggs to homemade treats. There are even tables for picnics provided by the town. They were gone last year, but Cornelius said they’ll be back this year. Brownsburg limits local businesses to specific dates, but other- wise anything goes. There is a nonprofit night and a Chamber of Commerce night. “That’s when we allow businesses to come in and share their messages but not on a consistent basis,” he said. The best thing, according to Cornelius, is seeing familiar faces. “We have a very loyal customer base that are excited to see all their favorite vendors each week, and our vendors are excited to Avon Farmers Market see them,” Cornelius said. Brownsburg Farmers Market

New this year shoppers can find Kristi Vaughn started the North Salem Farmers Market just three years vegan options among the produce Danville Farmers Market ago. It runs 5-7:30 p.m. Thursday evenings until Sept. 16. The popular mar- and products, said Delbert Harmon, ket starts at 5 W. Pearl St. and then goes all along the main drag. Avon Parks and Recreation Depart- “The town is very, very supportive of this,” she said. “We’re moving to- ment spokesman said. wards our local businesses and trying to help them out as much as possible “We do about 500 (patrons) by the by continuing to bring in customer base and foot traffic. If it comes where first hour,” he said. “We stay pretty we take up the whole road, they’ll give us permission to block off a side busy.” road. We have plenty of room to grow.” The Avon Farmers Market is 4-7 Although Vaughn expects the market to grow, currently there are 16 p.m. on Tuesdays at 8244 E. U.S. 36, vendors. Last year, the the parking lot in front of the Hen- local ice cream shop dricks Regional Health Avon Medical Danville hosts the only Hendricks County farmers mar- was open to business North Salem Farmers Market Center. ket on the weekend and runs 8 a.m. to noon every Satur- on Thursdays. There will be special events sched- day through Sept. 4. She said there are uled throughout the year, like a dog- This market starts the earliest, too. It’s been going many events in and gy treat to the first 50 attendees, but since Mother’s Day weekend. Kelly DiBenedetto, Dan- around the market not all of those have been planned. ville Chamber of Commerce executive director, said this itself. Harmon said the market gives resi- means more customers and better results for the vendors. “Once a month, we dents a sense of community and pro- The market has always been on the Historic Court- will be doing benefit motes health. house Square, but this year it shifted from Jefferson Street meals,” she said. “It’s a “To me, the most important thing to Washington Street. DiBenedetto said the move allows free-will donation.” is giving the community a chance to the Square to stay open on Jefferson. There’s also live have fresh produce from local farm- “We had some businesses request it to be on Washing- music and kiddie ers,” he said. “That’s why we started ton,” she said. “We have actually grown to where we take train rides each week. one.” up that backside of the Square.” Vaughn says the There are at least 27 vendors, and it’s the place for pop- market is WIC certi- corn and frozen dog treats. fied for voucher use. June 11, 2021 Hendricks County ICON 7 COVER STORY myhcicon.com

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Pittsboro Farmers Market

The Pittsboro version is 5:30-7:30 p.m. third Wednesday of each month is a show- Wednesdays in the parking lot of the Pitts- case for nonprofits who are allowed to set boro United Methodist Church. up a booth for free among the sellers. “That’s gone really well for us,” said Scott “It’s a way to give back to the commu- Smith, Pittsboro Parks Department spokes- nity,” he said. “It gives some of the smaller man. “You’re right on (Indiana) 136 so you groups a great way to get out in front of the SAVE THE DATE! get a lot of drive through traffic in Pittsboro. community. It’s really paid off for us.” The market is a resource for the residents Again, the market has about 25-30 ven- and a great community event, Smith said. 2021 MEMBER APPRECIATION dors from fresh flowers to baked goods, “Everything tastes a little better when it’s and Smith said produce will be coming in fresh,” Smith added. & ANNUAL MEETING a couple of weeks. He estimates a couple The market goes through the end of Sep- hundred people come each week. tember, and September hours end at 7 p.m. THURSDAY, JULY 22 The first week of the month music is pro- because of the cooler temps and sunless vided free of charge by a local DJ, and there hours. are some giveaways from the vendors. The FOOD • SILLY SAFARIS • BALLOON ANIMALS TESLA ELECTRIC VEHICLE DEMO HIGH-VOLTAGE SAFETY DEMO

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4-H fair to hold canned goods drive and art contest By Lindsay Doty As part of an effort to collect canned food be then distributed to stock food pantries I CAN–U CAN 2! art contest: donations for those in need, the Hendricks across the county. Participants in the art contest can mail or bring County Purdue Extension Homemakers The fair will also host a canned goods art entry forms to Hendricks County Extension Office, came up with the I CAN-U CAN 2 drive that contest where participants will have to get 1900 E Main St, PO Box 7, Danville. will take place during the 2021 Hendricks creative and transform cans into works of art. • Half of the materials must be clean, empty cans County 4-H Fair. The art must be built and brought to the without paper labels “When Hendricks Co. Purdue Extension fairgrounds. The contest is sponsored by the • Materials must be weatherproof and attached Homemakers heard 2021 is the International Hendricks County Recycling District and open with no rough/sharp edges Year of Fruits & Vegetables, they decided to to any county residents. Guests can fill out an • Art must be at least 3-foot tall and self-support- have a food drive for cans of fruits and veg- application below and mail it or bring it to the ing etables to pack the pantries,” said Rosie Leni- Five cans of fruits or veggies like these fair. First prize is $100 in local gift cards. • Art may be painted, reshaped, and/or embel- han, president of Hendricks County Exten- can be donated to get a ticket to the Besides the contest, the fair will include lots lished sion Homemakers. 2021 Hendricks County 4-H Fair. (Photo of can themes. Master Gardeners are adding • Art will be judged on originality to I CAN–U CAN “ From that effort, I CAN-U CAN 2 became by Lindsay Doty) cans to their demonstration garden and in- 2! an example of all we ‘CAN’ do here in Hendricks County, espe- terns will be planting “canna” bulbs around the fairgrounds. • Recycled/repurposed materials encouraged cially through our county fair.” Homemakers are also hosting a canning (food) demonstra- • The structures must be set up at the fairgrounds Visitors who donate five cans of fruit and/or vegetables can tion and chocolate contest. A group of local kids behind the in Danville on July 16 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. get in free to the fair that runs July 18-24. The donations will Just Be Kind signs made signs for the canned project. June 11, 2021 Hendricks County ICON 9 COMMUNITY myhcicon.com ICONICbrief Hendricks County Retired Teachers meet experiencethe heart of CarDon. for first time in more than a year

On May 10, The Hendricks County Retired Teachers As- sociation held its first meeting since the COVID-19 pandemic began. Brad Born of May- berry Café catered a fried chicken din- ner. They welcomed new member Peggy (Photo provided by the Hendricks County Retired Teachers Association) Thompson, a 30-year teacher for Browns- for projects. Apartments ASSISTED LIVING burg School Corporation. The group rec- John A Meeks II, executive director of TOUR OUR GIFT CARD TO ognized several people. the United States War Dogs Association, $20 Nancy Singer won the State IRTA Chapter 3, from Kokomo, Ind., gave a BEFORE JULY 31 - FOR A Award for Outstanding Website for presentation with his dog, Sgt. First Class COACHMAN RESTAURANT 2020. Charlotte Martin was recognized Brutus. for more than 600 volunteer hours for The association also installed new last year. Jeff Thompson gave a legisla- officers for 2021-23: president Linda tive report informing the group that Thoman, vice president Charlotte Mar- county schools have received a sub- tin, secretary Sandy Clemons, treasurer ASSISTED LIVING - REHABILITATION stantial amount of money, resulting in Linda Rollings. LONG TERM CARE increased teacher pay as well as funding The next meeting will be Sept. 13. www.CumberlandTrace.us MEMORY SUPPORT

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Hendricks County Museum in Danville is open 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Come visit to see the special focus on a few of the county’s townships and our main roads: U.S. 41, U.S. 36, Indiana 136 and Indiana 267. Other redecorated rooms hold refreshed interest. hendrickscountymusuem.com

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cabincoffeecompany.com June 11, 2021 12 Hendricks County ICON myhcicon.com COMMUNITY Splash Island holds mock emergency training ahead of summer season By Lindsay Doty When it comes to water safety, every sec- ond counts. That’s why days before summer vacation kicked off in Hendricks County, the Plainfield Parks & Recreation Department hosted its annual mock operations training at Splash Island Waterpark in Plainfield. The day serves as a refresher course on what to do in case of an emergency. The Plainfield Police Department and Lifeguards at Splash Island perform a water rescue Plainfield Fire Territory conducted the train- as part of their mock operations training on May 22 ing with more than 100 staff members and with Plainfield emergency workers. (Photo provided lifeguards on May 22, just days before the by Town of Plainfield) popular water park opened to the public for training allows us to practice and prepare the season. and emphasizes the importance everyone “This is a team effort, not only among our plays in life-and-death situations.” parks department, but this is also a team ef- Splash Island opened at noon May 28 for fort town-wide,” said Jordan Brouillard, Rich- the 2021 summer season. ard A. Carlucci Recreation & Aquatic Center The outdoor water park located off Vestal general manager. “There is a huge benefit to Road in Plainfield has three water slides, a working among agencies for scenarios that lazy river and a zero-depth kiddie pool. may arise here at Splash Island.” “After a difficult year, we’re eager to get The operations included water emer- back to semi-normal operations at Splash gency scenarios, discussions on observation Island,” said Brouillard. skills, the importance of roles and diversity. Summer swimming safety reminders for “We must be ready for any event from the everyone near water include using the bud- lifeguards to the firefighters, EMTs and para- dy system (don’t swim alone), know how to medics to hospital staff,” said Doug Randell, swim, learn CPR and don’t rely on water toys chief of EMS at Plainfield Fire Territory. “This as safety devices.

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Brownsburg boys track makes history as runner-up at State TAKING FLIGHT By Mike Beas Brownsburg senior looks forward to making a career out of the military The Brownsburg boys track and field pro- gram recently managed to twice break new By Mike Beas Calero did a Q&A with ICON: ground on the biggest of stages. The Christmas gift Brownsburg With an all-time high of 40 points, the Q: What made you interested in pursuing a softball player Olivia Calero career in the military? Bulldogs finished runner-up at the State Fi- received this past holiday season nals, hosted by Ben Davis on June 4 on what A: My dad (Carlos) also attended the Naval will shape the remainder of Academy. When I started looking at colleges, I was a warm, sun-splashed day. her life. Carmel won the team championship with asked my dad if he thought I could do it, and he The present was a day said, ‘Of course, you could.’ I’m thrilled and so, so 68 points. early, unwrapped and Leading the charge for Brownsburg was excited to go. I’ve been out running and doing all exactly the words she these pushups. junior John Colquitt, who earned the right wanted to hear. to twice stand atop the awards podium. On Dec. 24, Calero, a senior Q: How long do you plan to be in the Navy, Colquitt won the 110-meter high hurdles in third baseman for the Bulldogs, and what aspect of the military do you a time of 14.53 seconds before returning to received a phone call informing plan to explore? capture the 300 hurdles in 37.84. her that she had been accepted A: I’ll major in quantitative economics “In general, it’s a really good group of to the United States Naval with a minor in Spanish. Right now, kids that believes in itself,” said fifth-year Academy. She leaves June 30 for I plan to go the whole 20 years Brownsburg coach Casey Popenfoose. “John the campus in Annapolis, Md., the because I plan to go into Naval is a high-character kid who is super humble. initial steps of what she hopes is a Aviation or Marine Corps Aviation. It’s a team effort, and that team aspect is military journey that lasts well into her I’d love to be a naval flight officer one of those things we’re trying to build at adult life. or be a pilot. I just love to be up in Brownsburg. Talk about a gift that keeps on giving. the air. “Going into the year, we had high expec- Calero posted impressive numbers in and out of tations because we had good athletes in the classroom. Q: You’ve won honors for your place.” She batted .416 this spring, a number that softball ability as well as for The Bulldogs also picked up a second included team-high totals in doubles (8) and runs your academics. Which means place medal in the high jump thanks to (20). Brownsburg finished with a 13-12 record after more to you? senior Tyray Lackey, who soared 6 feet 10 losing to Avon in the opening round of the Class 4A A: Definitely, the academics. It’s inches and missed his three attempts at 7 Terre Haute South Sectional, 3-0. my education that’s going to feet. Calero’s 4.7 grade point average ranked her in get me a career. The summer Then there’s the case of senior Marcos the top 30 of her class academically while earning before my senior year is when Barbosa, a fifth-place finisher in the 110 her Academic All-State laurels. Her playing ability I asked my dad about the hurdles at both the Plainfield Sectional and in the field and at the plate allowed her to be Navy. We just jumped into Lafayette Jeff Regional. Barbosa received a named Third Team All-State. She was one of four the process. call-back in both instances, making the ab- Brownsburg team captains this season, along solute most of his opportunity by running a with senior Kiersten Huff and juniors Kelsey time of 14.76 and taking fourth at state. Endress and Grace Mendenhall. Third base softball player Olivia Also for Brownsburg, junior Haiden “Olivia is very well-rounded,” said first-year Calero graduated in the top 30 of Diemer-McKinney placed 12th in the Bulldogs coach Cherise Hiss. “She just has this Brownsburg’s Class of 2021 and 800-meter run in 1:56.49 and was part of the demeanor about her that she does what you ask plans to make a career in the Naval 13th-place 4x100 relay team that included and she does it well. She’s one of those people Academy. (Photo by Dave Gansert) sophomores Justin Petty, Scotty Tienda and you want to multiply by 50. Olivia is tough, she’s Jalen Larkey. disciplined and she leads by example every single day.”

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ICONography Seniors propel Danville softball team to semistate final By Mark Ambrogi The Danville Community High School softball team piled up some impressive accomplishments. The Warriors (28-2) had the most wins in school history and the best single-season batting average (.384) and most runs scored (294). Danville won the Hendricks County, Sagamore Conference, Class 3A sectional and regional titles before falling to Boonville 6-1 June 5 in the semistate championship at Brown County. In the semifinals, Danville shut out Greensburg 4-0. “The girls have been working hard for the last several years,” Warriors coach Greg Glaser said. “We were led by a very talented group of senior players. Six of our starters were seniors, and they’ve been with me for four years and were the heartbeat of the team. A lot of hard work and talent on the team led to an exceptional season. I’m very happy with how we did. “This year we really thought we had a shot at winning state. We came up one game short, but no disappointments whatsoever.” The Warriors wave to the Boonville team after their 6-1 loss. The Warriors also reached the semistate final in 2019, finishing 26-4. The six seniors, Savannah Jones, Ella Brinkley, Abby Yarnell, Adrianna Taylor, Courtney Kenworthy and Melanie Fougerousse, were all starters as sophomores on that 2019 team. Danville had two other senior con- tributors in Ally Hamm and Emma Haywood. Brinkley finished with a team-high .547 batting average, followed by Jones at .487 and sophomore Tori Rinehart at .469. Yarnell had a .435 average with a team-highs of seven homes and 46 runs batted in. Jones and Yarnell were the team’s top two pitchers. From left, Olivia Staigi and Laurie Hamless react to Marley Gearld’s (facing) homerun against “I had an emotional attachment to this senior class because I’ve Boonville. watched them develop over the four years of high school as they’ve moved up grades,” Glaser said. “It’s by far the most talented group of players I’ve ever coached. They’re outstanding students, out- standing individuals and outstanding ballplayers. It’s going to be really tough to see this group go.” Five of the eight seniors will play in college: Jones (Buck- nell), Yarnell (Indiana University-South Bend), Brinkley (Uni- versity of Illinois-Springfield), Kenworthy (Wilmington Col- lege) and Hamm (Ancilla College).

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Lillian Beller swings at a high pitch. Danville Warriors head coach Greg Glaser. Pitcher Savannah Jones winds up. June 11, 2021 18 Hendricks County ICON myhcicon.com

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This season you made history; next season begins now. Dr. Chad Waits and Hendricks Regional Health athletic trainers Fabian Munoz and Casee Yarborough partner with the Danville Warriors Softball Team to keep the players competing safely. We are committed to helping our student athletes be successful by reducing the risk of injuries through treatment and rehabilitation plans that emphasize a safe return to play. Learn more at Hendricks.org/SportsMedicine. June 11, 2021 Hendricks County ICON 19 COMMUNITY myhcicon.com FORtheRECORD - HC OBITUARIES

AVON DANVILLE Robert L. Lollar Robert L. Lollar, 94, of Plainfield, passed away May 27, 2021. He Donna Sue (Roark) Darlage Betty J. Parsons was born April 9, 1927 to the late Mack and Donna Sue (Roark) Darlage, 76, passed away May 23, 2021. She Betty J. Parsons, 78, passed away May 30, 2021. She was born Oct. Matilda (Dubree) Lollar in Indianapolis, Ind. He was born March 16, 1945. No services are planned. Contributions 2, 1942. A private service will be held. Hampton-Gentry Funeral was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War. He may be made to Anew Hospice. Carlisle Branson Funeral Service & Home, Plainfield, was entrusted with arrangements. was a member of the Evergreen Masonic Lodge Crematory, Mooresville, was entrusted with arrangements. #713 and the VFW and American Legion posts. Carol A. Rice Walter He was a tool and die maker for Diamond Chain Ralph Leon Haltom Carol A. Rice Walter, 73, passed away May 26, 2021. She was born Manufacturing Co. for 41 years retiring in 1986. Ralph Leon Haltom, 83, passed away May 24, 2021. He was born Dec. 23, 1947. Services were held June 4 at Hampton-Gentry Robert is survived by his wife of 67 years and Feb. 24, 1938. Services were held May 28 at Hampton-Gentry Funeral Home, Plainfield. 11 months, Mary Lou (Brumley) Lollar. He is also Funeral Home, Plainfield. survived by his son, Les Lollar; a daughter, Ruthie Flora T. Christensen LIZTON (Greg) Shaver; three grandchildren, Stefanie Wiseman, Dana (Chaz) Flora T. Christensen, 88, passed away May 27, 2021. She was born Lollar-Lee and Adam (Tara) Shaver; and four great-grandchildren, Aug. 14, 1932. Services were held June 1 at Eric M.D. Bell Funeral Flora T. Christensen Audra, Isabella, Greyson and Liam. A Celebration of Life Service will Home, Pittsboro. Contributions may be made to treat residents of Flora T. Christensen, 88, passed away May 27, 2021. Services were be held at 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 12, 2021 at Hampton-Gentry Traditions to a special meal. held June 1 at Eric M.D. Bell Funeral Home, Pittsboro. Funeral Home, Plainfield, with calling on Saturday from 2 p.m. Robert C. Vereen until service time at 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers the family requests Robert C. Vereen, 96, passed away May 29, 2021. He was born donations be made to the Indy Honor Flight, indyhonorflight.org/ Sept. 8, 1924. Services were held June 3 at St. Susanna Catholic PITTSBORO donate. Condolences may be sent to hamptongentry.com. Church, Plainfield. Conkle Funeral Home, Avon, was entrusted with arrangements. Jimmie L. Carlton Jimmie L. Carlton, 69, passed away May 26, 2021. Services were Hendricks County obituaries are printed free of charge Pauline Ruth Woest held May 29, 2021 at Eric M.D. Bell Funeral Home, Pittsboro. up to 50 words. Funeral directors are encouraged to send Pauline Ruth Woest, 92, passed away May 31, 2021. She was born June 28, 1928. A private service is planned. Contributions may Brenda McKinney obituaries and photos to [email protected]. be made to Messiah Lutheran Church, Brownsburg. Matthews Brenda McKinney, passed away June 4, 2021. Arrangements were Mortuary, Brownsburg, was entrusted with arrangements. pending at press time. Eric M.D. Bell Funeral Home, Pittsboro, was entrusted with arrangements. BROWNSBURG Beverly Ridenour Beverly Ridenour, passed away June 4, 2021. Arrangements were JJ’s Spa Debra A. Lewis pending at press time. Eric M.D. Bell Funeral Home, Pittsboro, was Debra A. Lewis, 65, passed away June 3, 2021. She was born entrusted with arrangements. Oct. 26, 1955. Services were held June 8 at Matthews Mortuary, RELAX IN LUXURY Brownsburg. PLAINFIELD Barbara K. Comer Barbara K. Comer, 87, passed away June 3, 2021. She was born Lawrence E. “Skip” Thompson FATHER’S DAY Sept. 19, 1933. Services were held June 7 at Matthews Mortuary, Lawrence E. “Skip” Thompson, 79, passed away May 30, 2021. He Brownsburg. was born April 12, 1942. Services were held June 9 at Hampton- Judith A. Rettig Gentry Funeral Home, Plainfield. Burial with military honors was at $15 OFF Judith A. Rettig, 83, passed away May 23, 2021. She was born Maple Hill Cemetery, Plainfield. Feb. 7, 1938. Services were held June 5 at Matthews Mortuary, Diane “Dee” Woolley Edwards ANY BODY MASSAGE Brownsburg. Contributions may be made to Friends of Phoenix, Diane “Dee” Woolley Edwards 72, passed away May 31, 2021. She Special Offer through June 30, 2021 Shirley, Ind. was born Dec. 21, 1948. A private service will be held. Contributions Donald G. Scott may be made to the Desert Rose Foundation, Martinsville. Carlisle Donald G. Scott, 83, passed away on May 25, 2021. He was born on Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville, was entrusted April 27, 1938. Services were held May 28 at Matthews Mortuary, with arrangements. Brownsburg. Daniel L. Adams Daniel L. Adams, 72, passed away June 1, 2021. 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Hendricks County Parks & Rec team transform space into legacy By Lindsay Doty On his daily site visits, Hendricks County Parks and Recreation superintendent Ryan Lemley soaks up the progress of this team at W.S. Gibbs Memorial Park in Avon. After years of planning and hard work, the vast green space is being transformed into a legacy nature park for the community that’s slated to open this summer. “It’s extremely unique. It was a complete- ly blank canvas for us to begin with,” said Lemley, a former DNR guy who has made the park a top priority since relocating to Hendricks County in 2019. “We were able The first phase of the W.S. Gibbs Memorial Park includes these nature-inspired playgrounds for children up to 12 years old. (Photos provided by H.C. Parks and to put our special touches on the park to Recreation) make it what we want and what our citizens want.” In the last few weeks, the park’s mainte- Behind the name nance crew has been hustling to finish up everything from the limestone trail system W.S.Gibbs Memorial Park: to installing the tee boxes at the park’s disc The owners of the land, Lydia and golf course. John “Chub” Gibbs, wanted the park “One of my favorite aspects of the jour- to be a green area and named after ney is being able to use my creativity to Chub’s great-grandfather, William come up with unique ideas that set us apart Smith Gibbs. from other park departments,” said park manager Jim Holtsclaw who helped design William “Smith” Smith Gibbs was and build the park. the grandson of Thomas Gibbs, one Hendricks County Parks and Recreation of Hendricks County’s first settlers. (which also operates McCloud Nature Park Thomas moved to Hendricks County and part of the Vandalia Trail) has devel- in 1830 and settled on a farm roughly oped 70 acres of the 140-acre property. 2 miles north of W.S. Gibbs Memo- The portion includes woods, prairie and rial Park when the area was an almost green space. It has ponds that will eventu- unbroken wilderness. ally be stocked with fish, including bluegill Smith farmed until retiring 11 years and largemouth bass for future consump- before his death in 1941. He was sur- tive fishing. The park has a fishing dock vived by his fourth wife and his son that’s ADA accessible, two nature-themed Frank who went on to have a grand- playgrounds (for both little and big kids), shelters for rent, an 18-hole disc golf course, son who would eventually honor the a 30-foot sledding hill and over 2 miles of family name. crushed gravel and natural surface trails. “From engineering a pedestrian bridge limits. A Google maps search using 4541 and two boardwalks that our talented Gibbs Road will get you there. maintenance crew constructed, to design- The vision for Gibbs dates back to 2009 ing the 18-hole disc golf course with the when the Hendricks County Park Board, aid of a few gentlemen with the Hendricks with the support of county leaders, pur- County Disc Golf Club, to identifying trail chased 140 acres for over $1 million from locations, we have had a blank slate to work the Gibbs family. The project was funded with,” said Holtsclaw. through the existing park funds over the Gibbs Park rests on Gibbs Road between years, the sale of Sodalis Nature Park to the County Road 200 South and County Road town of Plainfield ($300,000), and money 350 South. A master plan for the 70-acre portion of the 140-acre property was developed after input from the It has a Danville address, but the town of community. Park crews started working on clearing the property in 2019. They plan to continue to develop Avon annexed the land, so it is within town the other portion of the property through the years Continued on PAGE 21 June 11, 2021 Hendricks County ICON 21 COMMUNITY myhcicon.com

Continued from PAGE 20 We mimic a state park management phi- losophy.” That means no ballfields or aquatic cen- from the innkeeper’s tax that supports the ters — all nature stuff. Everything from the parks. Parks leaders are currently applying cedar wood entry signs to the playgrounds for grant money through the Indiana DNR is a nod to the outdoors. to fund more development. Park leaders across the country have After making 10 years of payments and seen an increase in park visitors since the Podcast gathering community input on the design, pandemic. Gibbs caters to that desire to get the maintenance crew started prepping into nature. the land in 2019. The crew busted out their “In my experience with state parks, peo- power machines, cutting down dead trees, ple love trails,” said Lemley, who relocated Our guest: thorns and brush and getting control of to Hendricks County from Raccoon Lake Jeff Thompson invasive trees to pave the way for changes State Recreation Area in Rockville where he before Plainfield-based John Hall Construc- worked and lived on the property with his State Representative, tion began the heavy work. family for more than 11 years. District 28 “The biggest challenge has been the The Greencastle native fell in love with enormity of the project while also main- parks and the outdoors at a young age, va- Friday, June 11 • 3 p.m. taining high standards at other depart- cationing at reservoirs and fishing with his myhcicon.com ment properties,” said Holtsclaw. “There are dad as a kid. He has worked for parks since many, many things that go into developing he was 18. and maintaining a park that most people “It was a desire to give back and enhance don’t realize.” and escape from everyday life,” he said. The project experienced some delays Lemley hopes W.S. Gibbs Memorial Park due to the pandemic-induced lumber will give the community of Hendricks Coun- Presented by: shortage, but the team was able to work ty and beyond just that. through it. “Just being able to be part of a legacy Now phase one is set to open in July, project that is going to enhance the com- pending final approval from the seven-per- munity and quality of life,” he said. “It is ex- son park board. tremely special.” “It is a fantastic feeling to see it come W.S. Gibbs Memorial Park will continue to Hendricks County Conversations together with a tremendous amount of be developed through the years and even- planning,” said Lemley. “What separates it tually serve as a hub for the parks depart- with Rick Myers and Gus Pearcy from other parks is we are nature-based. ment to have offices.

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EDITORIAL THUMBS UP THUMBS DOWN Congratulations to The world of wrestling found the 2021 Hendricks Oinking Acres Farm & Rescue Sanctuary in Brownsburg for donations County graduates when WWE wrestler Alexis Kaufman, who goes by Alexa Bliss in the ring, lost Hendricks County has graduated more her beloved pet pig Larry Steve when than 2,100 public high school students she couldn’t find care fast enough in an and an unknown number of college grad- emergency. The live celebration of Larry uates. Congratulations to all! Steve’s life raised over $16,000 for OA in And now the future…. his memory. The funds will purchase two To those with goals and paths already insulated pig houses for colder temps marked to reach them, congratulations. and have a plaque in Larry Steve’s You are the envy of your peers and many ANIMAL HOUSE memory as well as pay for vet appoint- of your elders. ments and two spay/neuter surgeries. If you have a passion, you should pur- Woodland creatures visit the Wolfsies sue it with gusto. By Dick Wolfsie told her she had to dress like Elmer Fudd Destination Danville Festival is If the next step is the military, thank and say, “Wichard, you have to do some- June 12 on the Square. Find you for serving our country. I recently divulged that we had a mouse thing about those wascally wabbits!” handmade and vintage treasures. If you are going straight into the work- problem at the Wolfsies’. The little vermin Mary Ellen found ideas online for how force, we need you and applaud your were somehow getting into the house. to discourage rabbits from nibbling on Red Curb Comedy Club in Avon decision. Not wanting to hurt the invaders, Mary El- vegetable plants. The three items sug- opened for the first time in 15 This is to the majority of graduates len opted to purchase several no-kill traps. gested were vinegar, eggs and garlic. We months. who are taking the next step but aren’t We caught a couple and released them. carefully placed that on all the leaves and sure what happens later. Congratulations Here is how I envision a conversation in in the soil. This kept the rabbits away, but to you. You are on a journey of excite- Brownsburg High School the woods behind we caught our veg- ment. Sure, you might also be filled with teachers Ryan Keller and Megan our house… etarian neighbors doubt and maybe a bit of fear. Uncer- Myers received the Brownsburg MOUSE 1: Hey, We think we have a chipmunk in snacking on our tainty about the future is okay. We all go Education Foundation Innovative grant Myron, have you garden. They said through that journey at some time in our our air duct that runs right under of the year called Sew It Begins - The Art been in the Wolfsie our homemade lives, and no one knows what the future the bed. This is keeping my wife up of Costume Construction. home recently? salad dressing was holds no matter how much we plan. at night. Not the scratching noises, MOUSE 2: I have superb. The typical graduation speech is filled After a damaged crop last year, not. Is it worth the but I keep yelling, “ALVIN!” We also had with encouraging and motivating quips. U-Pick berries are available at trip? a squirrel issue. It hopefully leaves you filled with hope Beasley’s Orchard. MOUSE 1: It’s The rodents were for the future. Those ideas can fade with awesome. First, eating from our bird feeder. Mary Ellen’s time. Jobs, careers and babies all come you go into the pantry and then you walk brother Tom bought us a high-tech feed- Downtown Danville’s newest with some doubt and anxiety. That goes into a container and this little door closes ing apparatus that spins the squirrels boutique the She Shed is located away, too, leading to success, families and right behind you. Inside, there is a delicious around when the device registers excess at 115 S. Washington St. countless memories that fill a lifetime, no mountain of peanut butter. After you feast weight. Now the squirrels are bringing matter where life takes you. on it, you hear the Wolfsies walking into their pups to the feeder for a free amuse- Commit to exploring options. the kitchen before they open the pantry ment park ride. QUOTE Try not to focus on the rest of your life door. Then they pick up the container and We have racoons in our yard every right away. You might kiss a lot of frogs give you a free ride back to the woods. night around dusk, although lately they to find the right person for you. You MOUSE 2: Cool! So, you’ve been going have been coming out much later in the “Live in the might change your major from biology back for more peanut butter every day? evening. Since our county has lifted the to English thanks to a professor who sees How dumb can they be? mask mandate, the little bandits must be sunshine. Swim in your natural abilities and potential. Your The Wolfsies have a new deer predica- feeling a bit self-conscious. career might change in your 30s due to a ment. We love to see them in our back- We think we have a chipmunk in our air the sea. Drink in promotion, shift careers or a life change yard, but they were eating our hydran- duct that runs right under the bed. This situation. geas. First, we tried a product called Deer is keeping my wife up at night. Not the the wild air.” Embrace it. Out, which was well named because after scratching noises, but I keep yelling “AL- Ralph Waldo Emerson Stop looking for THE one or THE job trying it for a month, we threw it OUT. VIN!” when she is trying to get to sleep. and focus on being yourself. Mary Ellen read that deer like lettuce, so We are proud to report that no harm has Be open (because our thoughts are she thought we could convince them to come to any animals that have ventured not the only ones on this planet). Learn STRANGE LAW dine on something other than our plants. I onto our property. I am concerned however, (which by the way, never stops). Love (be- nailed some lettuce leaves to a tree. Mary for the neighborhood kids who are climbing cause there is always more room for more Our nation has all sorts of arcane, non- Ellen laughed out loud watching me do up the trees to snack on the Jell-O. love and more friends) this. Then she told me she read that deer sensical laws on the books. Each issue, Pause and reflect that you made it. You really like lime Jell-O, too. Very funny. we’ll share one with you … Dick Wolfsie lives in Indianapolis with are a high or college school graduate. Mary Ellen noticed that rabbits were In Oklahoma state law says “every person Be proud. Then get to work on your chewing on her new plants in the rock his wife of 33 years. Dick is usually in the basement trying to think up something guilty of secretly loitering about any building, future. garden. She loved watching the little with intent to overhear discourse therein, and Congratulations Class of 2021. Cheers bunnies, but they were destructive. If she funny to write. He can be reached at: [email protected]. to repeat or publish the same to vex, annoy, to you! wanted me to help her deal with this, I or injure others, is guilty of a misdemeanor.” June 11, 2021 Hendricks County ICON 25 VIEWS myhcicon.com

LETTER TO THE EDITOR Upgrades make Plainfield We Can Prevent Domestic Violence. nonprofit exterior sparkle Take the First Step: To the editor are known for their professionalism and be- When The Gathering Together decided to cause of their generosity to the Hendricks paint its iconic 1850s brick building yellow, County community,” said Rita Fiorentino, there was some grumbling. Folks around executive director and founder. “They did Hendricks County had come to connect a beautiful job and we have heard nothing with the big red house on North Center but compliments over our color choice. So, Street and were not very excited about the when the Plainfield Chamber of Commerce change. It was a bold move and this non- held their Cabin Fever online auction, I was profit that serves individuals in their final delighted to see the $300 window clean- moments wanted the best paint contractor ing. The windows are amazing! I doubt they it could find. have ever looked so sparkling clean!” “We chose Elite Pro Painting because they Marcia Gentleman, Plainfield

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Why temperature 15, Tuesday EVENTScalendar Dinner and a Movie: “Princess Bride” with Roasted Chicken & Buttercup Squash matters when 1-2 p.m. Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library, 1120 Stafford June Road. Stay-at-home date night idea, and cook along with the serving wine library on its YouTube channel. plainfieldlibrary.libnet.info 11 Friday By Luke Stephenson Evenings in Ellis Concert Series 2021: The Warrior Kings 16-22 WINE Summer Fun Run Series Talk to any wine pro for 7 p.m., Danville Amphitheater, 600 E. Main St., Danville. Led At a time participants choose. Washington Township Park, 115 more than 10 minutes about wine, and one of Zeppelin tribute band. Free. danvilleindiana.org/parks. S. County Road 575, Avon. Hosted by Hendricks County Parks & the first things they’ll mention the average con- Saturday Recreation, now in its 13th year, encourages residents to find a sumer does wrong is serve wine at the wrong 12 Destination Danville Festival new trail or head back to a favorite while supporting local parks. temperature. That means millions of consumers 11 a.m.-5 p.m. on the Square, Danville. Juried outdoor festival Funds provide grants to local park departments for programs, across the world aren’t drinking their wine at includes handmade and vintage vendors, local breweries and park amenities, special events and more. Virtual runs at different the peak of its excellence. Few things are more distilleries, food vendors and live music from 12-4 p.m. facebook. trails throughout the summer. Individual, $35; family of four, sad to me! com/DDFestival $100. pfohc.org So, what is the right temperature to drink wine, and does it actually make a difference? 12 Saturday 17 Thursday Let’s start with whites. Plainfield Public Safety Day Movies in Town Square: “The Croods: A New Age” Most people serve white wines as cold as 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Al and Jan Barker Sports Complex, Vestal Road 7:30-10:30 p.m., The Shops at Perry Crossing, 2499 Perry Crossing possible, typically at refrigerator temperatures, and W. Main Street. Police, fire, Plainfield Parks, Hendricks Way, Plainfield. Free outdoor movie night. Bring a blanket or lawn about 40 degrees or lower. This is fine if you County Communication Center and other guests like Hendricks chair to Town Square lawn. facebook.com/ShopPerryCrossing have a sparkling wine or pinot grigio you’re en- County Sheriff’s Department, Indiana State Police and Indiana joying on a hot day. National Guard. Food trucks, rock climbing wall, a bike rodeo, K9 17 Thursday But for most whites, bring them up to about demonstrations and other family events. townofplainfield.com Thursday Night Thunder Homecoming 50 degrees to enjoy more thoroughly. Do this 7 p.m., Lucas Oil Raceway at Indianapolis, 10267 E. U.S. 136, by leaving them out of the fridge for about 20- 12 Saturday Indianapolis. Focus on celebrating the personalities and 30 minutes before enjoying. When they are too 17th Annual Eli Welch Memorial Golf Outing broadcasts that made the track a staple. Includes a Pavement cold, the temperature can mute the wine fla- 1 p.m., Deer Creek Golf Course, Ind. 39, Clayton. Four-person Midget and Pavement Sprints. Cost: $20. lucasoilraceway.com/ vors and can make it harder to appreciate what scramble costs $75 per person or $300 per team. Funds raised test/thursday-night-thunder-homecoming you’re drinking. meet the needs of local children and their families. EliWelchGolf@ If I am out and can’t control the temperature yahoo.com 18 - 20 myself, I use my hands to warm up the bowl of Indy Tattoo Expo the glass and bring up the temperature. 12 Saturday 12 p.m.-12 a.m. Friday, 11 a.m.-12 a.m. Saturday, 11 a.m.- On the other hand, reds have the exact op- 29th Annual B&O Bicycle Tour 8 p.m. Sunday, Embassy Suites by Hilton, 6089 Clarks Creek posite problem. They are usually served too 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Williams Park, 940 S. Locust Lane, Brownsburg. Road, Plainfield. Chris Taylor is a tattoo artist, enthusiast and warm. Reds are intended to be drunk at “cellar Four routes (12, 25, 45 and 63 miles) will use portions of avid collector of tattoo history. He is bringing elite artists in temperature,” closer to a 60 degree mark. There the B&O Trail in Hendricks County. Sponsored by Hendricks from around the world for a weekend of live tattoo action. are some reds, like Beajolais and other light Regional Health, features SAG support, rest stops with snacks Indytattooexpo.com bodied reds, I really love closer to the same and restrooms and a grab-and-go Pit Stop BBQ lunch. Helmets temperature as my chardonnay. required. tinyurl.com/bobiketour2021 20 Sunday I suggest popping your reds into the fridge for Summer Soulstice around 20 minutes to give them a slight chill. 12 Saturday 2-6 p.m., Ellis Park, Danville. This is a collaboration of six local Now, for one of my most controversial sug- American Girl Doll Show yoga studios. Listen to music, enjoy food and browse through gestions: if you are out and the red is too warm 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Hendricks County Historical Museum, 170 S. local artisans, crafts, jewelry makers and artists while saluting the for you, pop an ice cube in there. I promise it Washington St., Danville. Bring a doll and learn more about beginning of summer. Free yoga classes every 30 minutes from isn’t the end of the world. That’s what I would popular American Girl dolls. Paper dolls will be shared 2:15-4:45 p.m. A 60-minute yoga class starts at 5 p.m. eventbrite. do! The cooler temperature on reds will provide and refreshments available. (317) 718-6158, hcmuseum@ com/e/154840242333, Summer Soulstice/2021 on Facebook a smoother and easier drinking experience. co.hendricks.in.us Temperature is probably the thing we can 21 Monday control most with our wine. So, let’s all take 12-13 Saturday-Sunday Ice Cream Craft control and be sure we are serving our wine at 2021 SLAMOLOGY Automotive & Music Festival 11-11:15 a.m., Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library, 1120 the peak of perfection! 8 a.m.-7 p.m. June 12, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. June 13, Lucas Oil Raceway, Stafford Road. Cool down with an ice-cream themed puffy 10267 E. U.S. 136, Indianapolis. 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Our best days are ahead, but we need your help. You are invited to become an ICONic Investor. Your one-time annual $25 investment will help us continue to provide you all of the wonderful stories and photos that make Hendricks County the great place it is to live and work. We are proud of and grateful for being the purveyor of local news and information that, in many cases, cannot otherwise be consumed – we are writing, each week, the pages of Hendricks County history. Please go to myhcicon.com/iconic-investor/ to make your donation online or send it to 5252 E. Main St., Avon, IN 46123. Thank you for your support of Hendricks County journalism! Rick Myers | Owner & Publisher | 317-451-4088 June 11, 2021 Hendricks County ICON 31 COMMUNITY ICON of the Month myhcicon.com AVON BUSINESS LEADER Downard’s been key business leader for over 30 years; 21 years as executive director of Avon Chamber of Commerce

Compiled by Catherine Myers “Avon has been a true passion, and way of life for me over these 30 plus great years. The last few years, I have Tom Downard has lived in Avon for more than three de- excitedly brought the Hendricks County Rib Fest and cades, starting his career in commercial real estate. Balloon Glow to our community. This is one of the “Over the years, my business partner and I developed a must do events of the year.” gas convenience store (BP Amoco) and several retail shop- This year’s Rib Fest and Balloon Glow moves ping centers in Avon and Central Indiana,” Downard said. from the Kingsway Christian Church campus in At the same time he started raising his family includ- Avon to the nearby Hendricks County 4-H Fair- ing kids, Alex, now 24 and Abby, 21. Meanwhile he was grounds in Danville. The event is 4-10 p.m. June named the first Avon Chamber of Commerce first full 26. Visit avonchamber.org/hendricks-county- time executive director in January 2000, a position he still rib-fest.html for more information. holds today. He also coached the Cardinal Ritter girls bas- For his work in Avon and the surrounding ketball team in Indianapolis. area, Downard is the Hendricks County ICON of This year he is also marking another milestone, retiring the Month. from coaching. What do you consider your greatest virtue? Understanding the environment I am in and acting accordingly What do you most deplore in others? Laziness, not putting forth your best effort What do you like most about living in Hendricks County? The people and its small community feel If you had to live elsewhere than in Hendricks County, where would it be? Costa Rica If you could begin life over, what would you change? I feel very blessed with the path my life has taken, so I don’t think I would change anything. If money were no issue, how would you spend it? Well and often. I would make sure my family and friends wanted for nothing. What makes you happiest? Seeing my kids happy and successful What is your favorite vacation spot? A beach in Florida, Gulf side. What do you do with idle time? Spend time with family and friends What is it that makes you angry? Social media What do you do to escape from reality? Coach What or who is the greatest love of your life? My son and my daughter Which living person in Hendricks County do you most admire? Former Avon superintendent Maggie Hoerne- mann for leading the school corporation and being a tremendous community collaborator What is the quality you most like in a man? Strong, loyal and personable What is the quality you most like in a woman? Strong, loyal and personable What is your greatest extravagance? Golf, cigars and bourbon What are your fears, phobias? I have a fear of heights. What has been the happiest time of your life? Birth of my children Which talent would you most like to possess? Musical talent What do you most value in your friends? Loyalty — I am blessed with some good ones. Which historical figure do you most identify with? Abe Lincoln — he is a good Republican, was faced with tough decisions and did what was right. What is your greatest regret? After many years in real estate development, I regret pulling back the reins on the growth pattern at the time. What tenet do you live by? Work hard, play hard. June 11, 2021 32 Hendricks County ICON myhcicon.com

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