Category: Civic Engagement
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Valparaiso addressing opioid epidemic
The State of Indiana has acquired and is disbursing funds from the opioid settlement process to fight the opioid epidemic. Disbursements are currently scheduled to be received by governmental agencies through 2038. Detailed information can be found at https://www.in.gov/attorneygeneral/about-the-office/complex-litigation/opioid-settlement/ The City of Valparaiso is seeking to fight this epidemic by…
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Valpo offers fare free Vline bus service on primary and general election days!
Citizen participation is critical to a healthy democracy! Valparaiso leads the way in the region by offering free bus service to all for the entire service day on both primary and general election days. I am proud to have introduced this initiative and thankful to Board of Works members Mayor…
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Flag Day 2024
Congressman Mrvan’s office posted the below link to the history of our flag. I attended the Elks lodge Flag Day celebration and enjoyed the demonstration and meaning behind the folding of our flag. The Yankee Doodle parade was fun to watch, check out the video below! Today in History –…
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Valparaiso Celebrates Memorial Day 2024
I attended the Memorial Day ceremony at Foundation Meadows Park on Friday. It was a lovely ceremony, honoring the men and women who lost their lives dutifully serving our country. I am including an excerpt from Mayor Costas’s speech, where he suggested one way to honor our fallen heroes: by…
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Valparaiso says YES to Pride Month in June
VALPO CITY COUNCIL VOTES 6-1 to recognize June as Pride Month in Valparaiso. Mayor Costas voices his support; thank you sir! My statement of support: Throughout my campaign to represent District 3 in City Council, my priorities included support for the City of Valparaiso recognizing June as pride month. Further,…
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Primary Election Day is May 7 – YOUR VOTE IS YOUR VOICE
The Porter County early voting centers are open until noon on Monday, and then on election day all the Porter County vote centers are open from 6 AM to 6 PM. Navigate to the link for detailed information on vote center locations. 2024 Primary Election Information YOUR VOTE IS YOUR…
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I Voted: Early Voting Begins for the 2024 Primary Election
I voted at the Porter County Admin building. As of 12:30 PM, 26 folks cast their primary ballot at this location. It took me less than 5 minutes! Make your voting plan today or better yet, vote today! Regarding my bling, too much or not enough? I placed my I…
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City of Valparaiso & Porter County – FREE mulch!
I decided to stop paying for mulch this year! Why you ask? The City of Valparaiso works in conjunction with Porter County Recycling and Waste Reduction District to produce compost and mulch from the leaves, brush and logs collected by Public Works. These materials are taken to the Compost Site where along…
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City introduces “Know Your Neighbor” Grant Program
The City of Valparaiso is offering a ππ»πΌπ π¬πΌππΏ π‘π²πΆπ΄π΅π―πΌπΏ grant program to support neighborhood gatherings, planned activities, block parties and other creative ideas that bring neighbors together. Neighborhood groups are eligible to apply once per year for a $250 Know Your Neighbor grant to pay for food truck rental,…
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Indiana Public Access Counselor- HB1338
The Public Access Counselor provides advice and assistance concerning Indiana’s public access laws (specifically the Access to Public Records Act and the Open Door Law) to members of the public and government officials and employees. HB1338 curtails the counselor’s authority, which unfortunately will result in a less informed public.
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March – Disability Awareness Month!
Hope to see you at the Cityβs Disability Awareness Spotlight event on March 20.Β
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March is Women’s History Month!
March is Women’s History Month! Please take a moment to read my post by clicking below. In the post, I have listed how I plan to participate in activities throughout the month! What are your plans to participate in Women’s History Month?
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February is Black History Month!
“This National Black History Month, we celebrate the vast contributions of Black Americans to our country and recognize that Black history is American history and that Black culture, stories, and triumphs are at the core of who we are as a Nation…President Biden calls upon public officials, educators, librarians, and…
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SB 187 β Prohibition of Free or Reduced Fares on Election Day
Sen. Gary Byrne has authored a bill for consideration which states βA public transportation agency shall not implement free or reduced fares on a general, primary, or municipal election day.β Currently, there are no restrictions on a public transportation agency to offer free fares on a general, primary, or municipal…
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House Bill 1360 β School Corporation Governing Body
Rep. E. Soliday has authored a bill for consideration which βProvides for the election and appointment of members of certain school corporations in which members of the governing body are appointed. Specifies that: (1) three members of the governing body are appointed from a city within the school corporation; and…
BARBARA DOMER: Valparaiso City Council District 3 