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Thursday, 26 January 2012 17:35 |
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Left to right, Bethel Township Fire Department members John Meyer, Lt. James Sebastian, Lt. Chris Kyer, Assistant Chief Josh Schiebrel, Assistant Chief Jay Zimmerman (making the presentations), Robert Yocum, and Capt. Terry Weldon were all recognized for their years of service Tuesday night. Not pictured are Lt. Charlie Pacheco, Lt. Shawn Cline, and James Ake. By MICHAEL SHANNON
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BETHEL TOWNSHIP - The main focus of the Bethel Township Trustees’ meeting Tuesday night was to recognize some local heros. Eight fire fighters, with more than 102 years combined experience, received certificates of appreciation and a festive cake from the Township. A resolution “expressed gratitude” to Lt. Chris Kyer for his service of five years. Resolutions were also made to recognize John Meyer, Lt. Shawn Cline, Lt. Charles Pacheco, and Lt. James Sebastian for 10 years of Bethel firefighting. James Ake has worked as both a paramedic and fire fighter in the community for 15 years. |
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Friday, 13 January 2012 19:57 |
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Don Whitaker and Carl Bowman discuss the ultimate question: is it better to be a Buckeye or a Boilermaker? By JOYELL NEVINS Record Herald Editor
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BETHEL TOWNSHIP – Can a Buckeye and a Boilermaker get along? In the case of former Bethel Board of Education members Carl Bowman and Don Whitaker, the answer was a surprising yes. “For 18 years he and I have gone back and forth,” said Whitaker, grinning, “It’s always good-natured kidding, though.” Like the few games where Purdue would beat Ohio State, Whitaker would just have to wear his Purdue sweater to the board meeting that week. He and Bowman even crossed the state line once to see the two schools play each other, although it was too traumatic of an event to repeat again, they tell tongue-in-cheek. Two decades of experience Bowman and Whitaker retired this December after a collective 42 years of experience on the board. |
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Thursday, 15 December 2011 19:59 |
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By CODY HOCKETT
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BETHEL TOWNSHIP – Monday’s Bethel Board of Education meeting included several presentations of future developments and past accomplishments. Josh Floor, from the business Energy Optimizers, USA, gave the board a quick summary of what has been added to the building during the recent renovation project. New HVAC systems have been installed in the elementary and high school buildings, as well as direct digital controls for the system. A new solar thermal hot water system has also been installed, along with many other “green” upgrades to the school.
These upgrades include PC energy management systems, water conserving faucets and lighting efficiency improvements. The $624,000 project should save the school an estimated $60,000 annually. Board members Carl Bowman and Don Whittaker were awarded plaques for their outstanding service to the school and community, as both gentlemen will soon be leaving the board. Bowman has served 20 years on Bethel’s board, while Whittaker has served 18. Both men gave short yet sentimental speeches giving thanks to their community. |
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Friday, 11 November 2011 15:39 |
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By CECILIA FOX Record Herald Writer BETHEL TOWNSHIP - Incumbent Cliff Wray will serve another term as a Bethel Township Trustee. Wray received 55 percent of the vote, defeating opponent Brian Swinderman. “I’d like to thank the voters of Bethel Township for their continued support,” said Wray. He received a total of 951 votes, according the Miami County Board of Elections website. Wray has served as a township trustee for the past eight years. He prides himself on such accomplishments as recent improvements to Fire and EMS services, sewer and road improvements, and maintaining a solid, conservative budget. |
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Thursday, 03 November 2011 21:10 |
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By CECILIA FOX Record Herald Writer
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BETHEL TOWNSHIP - Candidates for public office in Bethel Township met for a “Meet the Candidates” event hosted by the Bethel Township Historical society on Oct. 27. Each of the candidates prepared a statement and was open to questions from the public. Incumbent Cliff Wray and hopeful Brian Swinderman are both running for trustee. At the meeting Wray and Swinderman discussed their goals for the township. Wray has served as a township trustee for the past eight years. He asked voters to consider the accomplishments the trustees have made during his time in office, including improvements to Fire and EMS services, sewer and road improvements, and decreased annexation. His goals for Bethel Township are to continue the fight against annexation, maintain a conservative budget, and preserve the “Bethel way of life.” Swinderman’s goals for Bethel include encouraging small local businesses, improving the township website, and increasing communication with Bethel residents. He believes that the website could be used more effectively to communicate with residents and to support the Bethel business community. Swinderman also stressed the importance of keeping Bethel rural while building and supporting small businesses. |
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