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Staff reported the park’s mower requires additional repair after a new clutch cable was installed; staff asked for permission to contact an equipment service provider (Dentist Equipment or equivalent) to diagnose and repair the mower. The board agreed staff should proceed to arrange repairs.

Staff also described a discussion with the Chamber of Commerce about potential benefits if the park paid membership dues. A Chamber representative offered some promotional benefits and training in exchange for partnership; staff noted the park had been a Chamber member in the past, that membership costs are modest (around $125 for basic membership as discussed) and asked the board to consider membership at a future meeting after staff compiles membership cost/benefit details.

Board members requested staff obtain written membership costs and benefits and bring the information back for a decision at an upcoming meeting. The trash contract and mower-repair actions will be handled by staff and brought back to the board for formal approval if required.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Henry County Park Board Meeting 05/13/25","oneSentenceSummary","Staff reported a pending trash contract renewal with a $10 increase, requested permission to arrange mower repairs, and raised the possibility of the park rejoining the local Chamber of Commerce to aid fundraising and promotion.","taxTitle","Henry County, Indiana","taxId",70528,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6241041,"Board approves moving historic cannon to museum garage; board hears $3,840 viewing-window estimate",135,1519000,1654000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3311351-e179ad9365b399822c155e224ed07568&start=1519&end=1654","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3311351-e179ad9365b399822c155e224ed07568/thumbnail_1519000.jpg","/articles/6241041/Henry-County/Indiana/Board-approves-moving-historic-cannon-to-museum-garage-board-hears-3840-viewing-window-estimate","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6241041-92af4c1e9a4ebde47b4f84a849cc0313/orig.mp4?Expires=1770450766&Signature=Yq5HA8w2LK~rui655bWcdkxSviHQtGmXa87ReCUgI2mp7KEsGYXRpnhOfXBWeZyaZg1P2mw-jQtz7ytmYc5hOVocEMbto07Oyt04edTTHlMfr7RLJWo5PvqMqR9eAa-8M9C-VbcP2FqHL6nWx~oklD~mD0mFSdSuYBCcQ7Ubv4DYrdQnmgRTn8B2JalNEt9eKiTfr9qSEq4vWGmGA61hAQA2bshHY8gzTIVNOmdXutgNCn0NO~BPJgGKTsobf1JV2yHhWPJDWxu18uq5LsbPRnaKfZiabJ~c7uYbTLkcMH0p0mPUbPO9w06Vc-KV0dsFKDmM-KgDK10xx7z6P5sUmg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Henry County Parks Board discussed a 4‑H request to use a building that currently stores a historic cannon and agreed the cannon could be moved and reassembled inside the museum until the board decides long-term storage.

Mr. Peckinpah, present at the meeting as a museum representative, described reassembling the cannon and storing it inside the museum. When asked whether the move could be completed by Memorial Day, Peckinpah said: \"That was my plan.\" Board members instructed staff to move the cannon to the museum garage and to avoid moving it multiple times.

Board members also reviewed a vendor estimate to add a viewing window to the museum door so visitors could see the cannon without entering the building. The estimate provided at the meeting was $3,840, which includes spring replacement and two sections of window. Board members asked staff to clarify cost details and logistics and to include the cost estimate in upcoming discussions about museum improvements.

Separately, the board discussed seasonal indoor/outdoor storage options for the cannon and suggested winter storage in the museum with outdoor display in other months could be considered, but that any final decision would return to the board for formal action.","4‑H requested use of a building that stores a historic cannon. Board members agreed to move and reassemble the cannon inside the museum and discussed a $3,840 estimate to install a viewing window so visitors can see the cannon inside the museum.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6241046,"Park board reviews vending machine proposal and nonworking cameras for Smith Building area",196,3155000,3351000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3311351-e179ad9365b399822c155e224ed07568&start=3155&end=3351","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3311351-e179ad9365b399822c155e224ed07568/thumbnail_3155000.jpg","/articles/6241046/Henry-County/Indiana/Park-board-reviews-vending-machine-proposal-and-nonworking-cameras-for-Smith-Building-area","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6241046-6ceed5e55f35c9d11a0775adae257e05/orig.mp4?Expires=1770450766&Signature=THf-YhEy1N8XlvuZ8O1XSXV6oNRWeA-ZNSkzyuON2QZtusKGduCG5TbVZSI7WnrQnss4D6r-gouI5TKtL~zm~-~0YgUth9uR8o5ynCsPaSzu6sb7f~ZtAXQc8q4WEnxSSsZgvZQWPhqTZuAKQ~Nn3t1mb4iYZfuPYp-H6c4fq29sk--60CF8d4n7nAPQz8B2kyVawycDXTRbmI7bMGApkb0BhQfc1O~Qik9Ik8ySiXsB0tZWtmoXgQzodyXWVYB6A5JB4HRyOwD2EYoVi1~CoVRDvuHaUK91ZXFV~sGFOaJp6L~9DRAMSVhaY-b1nV-oKdd~s3PFWBEE~i0rg-MjWg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","During the work session the Henry County Parks Board and staff reviewed a proposal to site a drinks-and-snacks vending machine near the north parking area at the Smith Building and discussed related shelter and camera needs.

Board members said the preferred site is near an existing electric post north of Smith Building parking; the vendor (Vending Vault) proposed a half-drinks/half-snacks machine in that location. The park would provide a shelter structure; board members discussed reusing or expanding an existing small shelter and asked staff to measure and confirm dimensions. Under the proposed arrangement, the vendor would be responsible for machine maintenance, stocking and reporting vandalism or outages to park staff.

Staff reported two cameras that overlook the proposed location are not currently working and will require electrical or configuration changes before they can be used; the board asked facilities staff to coordinate repairs so the vending-machine spot has active coverage before the vendor installs equipment.

The board directed staff to forward the vendor contract to county counsel or the appropriate reviewer (Joel) for legal review and to bring the contract back for action at the next regular meeting.","Board members discussed a vendor’s proposal for a combined drinks/snacks vending machine near the Smith Building, placement logistics, and that two cameras covering the area are currently not functioning.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6241050,"Park committee outlines pond landscaping, lighting fundraising and replica-bridge plans",921,3432000,4353000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3311351-e179ad9365b399822c155e224ed07568&start=3432&end=4353","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3311351-e179ad9365b399822c155e224ed07568/thumbnail_3432000.jpg","/articles/6241050/Henry-County/Indiana/Park-committee-outlines-pond-landscaping-lighting-fundraising-and-replica-bridge-plans","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6241050-fc05ef7c73c2aebb5a85b1d8ca2d8e97/orig.mp4?Expires=1770450766&Signature=HOKM6i9Q2e2VSH34kzMQx372G8WJ1DdhYL78T0qQoUoIo20mSh-Wca-mOLuGWHPPhy1CVOx6JXGDwLRX14AjZcU5AMA3p2xGxMDZQMhfkLbcyHMCHnKTKYQf7Fk3uNAJGwY3GM0K~w1khAYavKnrf9NRmnDzePcw4dNNV6FhfXb05EFfrn3TC4IdHBfCtWH1AdPvh4Nl2XkBChlu0MvOiov034QzNNa1nulJynjxKJk~gDHYeOvv4px3oyvkqN46SCE89rlEdkVP0vzadPB-HvKeyYW7FfZ1vjhT6f243OM7dJ2b7n-tcAzhMYHUJQKX80jED8SOgDDoe8DQmrZDeQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Members of the Henry County Parks Board and volunteers updated each other on multiple park-improvement projects, focusing on pond landscaping, a proposed perimeter lighting project, and a replica-bridge initiative that will require separate fundraising.

Board member Sheldon (committee lead for the pond project) said sod installation is imminent pending a contractor’s schedule and that the park is coordinating watering equipment and fittings so newly laid sod can be irrigated. A recently purchased two-inch trash pump and hoses will support watering; staff said they were sourcing the remaining fittings.

On lighting, project volunteers and a consulting lighting engineer have produced an early cost estimate of roughly $30,000 to install eight LED poles around the pond. The lights are expected to draw low wattage (roughly 80–100 watts per fixture). Volunteers reported about $3,000 committed from Friends of the Park and said they would solicit pole sponsors who could receive small recognition plaques on the poles. The board discussed pole color (bronze/brown vs. black), placement, and the option of solar power but said tying into electric service is the preferred approach because of reliability and existing nearby power sources.

Volunteers also described progress on a replica bridge project; fundraising details and a budget will be brought to the board later. Board members emphasized they want a clear proposal, cost estimate and donor plan before any construction or procurement begins.

Other site items reported: work to repave the pathway across the dam remains pending contractor access and scheduling; signage and small pavers are being considered near the pond to prevent foot-traffic damage to planted areas; Helen (volunteer) will finalize plant selections for a small island planting; and the shelter-house painting project has a notification and funds set aside for completion.

Board members asked staff to clarify the process for accepting restricted donations (e.g., poll sponsorships) and recommended routing donations through established nonprofit Friends of the Park accounts to manage restricted funds. Volunteers said they will return with donor lists and more detailed cost estimates for board approval.","Board members and volunteers described progress on the pond sod, a proposed $30,000 lighting project around the pond, and early plans for a replica bridge; fundraising and sponsorship logistics were the focus.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6241055,"Henry County park leaders scramble to secure funding, logistics for Fourth of July fireworks",2574,479000,3053000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3311351-e179ad9365b399822c155e224ed07568&start=479&end=3053","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3311351-e179ad9365b399822c155e224ed07568/thumbnail_479000.jpg","/articles/6241055/Henry-County/Indiana/Henry-County-park-leaders-scramble-to-secure-funding-logistics-for-Fourth-of-July-fireworks","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6241055-5ff68faf1aed02e158a14d67f673dbc1/orig.mp4?Expires=1770450766&Signature=bOiaD2L6NOd25lSEqsJ34HkWP92vMvl5KtBSbcBX8Oyzk7kE7Bw-0Nzplazw93M-LNXiZew5QZN5xpdmRCCW6xWSIA7V9DzYnbTBfU1gRJMDPdMgTxEVDVPcST8y79QwKN7RT9J--qA-tNv2Q3pZfcPz4Abuag2MUfr~rqLzvVwkHXAXjDgEJMJESMj~GPUcV9EUNX7P81cjjIVq0JH6cdT7TKwtDqP8fQsI9Iv2N~0ey1YApWuZCPx4yw0vgwpWeTrQPNwm0Drxg1a1teHq2LX5EoNAzmqOe1J7bqGtoYP27pttwp~~1n69k3cnvw7Sbhj8x002PhlbnOvB7FrrKA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Henry County Parks Board members and staff discussed a shortfall in fundraising and multiple logistical issues for the July 4 fireworks show during a work session, and laid out steps to solicit donations, confirm vendors and firm up traffic and safety plans.

Board members said they have collected some donations but remain short of the typical $30,000-plus cost. Park staff said Citizens State Bank and other donors have committed or been asked; Henry County Hospital’s Foundation will consider a request at its June 17 meeting. Park staff also reported an ACH/check from Citizens Bank was in process and that the county treasurer’s office was verifying the submission.

The discussion centered on whether the park should commit to a $30,000 show without secured funds, how quickly Webb’s (the fireworks vendor) needs a deposit to place orders, and a fundraising strategy focused on both major donors (banks, hospital) and smaller, local businesses. Park volunteers said they are tracking outreach to potential sponsors and will share a consolidated contact list so solicitations are not duplicated.

On operations and logistics, staff and board members discussed site layout for vendors and food trucks, staging and timing for musical performances, generator and electrical needs, parking and traffic-flow control, volunteer/traffic-worker assignments, and emergency services coverage. Carl with Sound Investments (audio contractor) said he would prefer an earlier music window (for example, mid-afternoon) rather than 6–8 p.m., citing late arrivals and setup needs. Staff agreed to coordinate with the House of Prayer and other performers on timing.

Board members and staff reviewed options for parking revenue versus voluntary donations at gates. Some said charging for parking previously raised two to three thousand dollars, but others warned charging could push attendees to park offsite. The board asked staff to continue using voluntary donations at gates while studying the pros and cons of paid parking for future events.

Staff said they will reach back to Webb’s to confirm the vendor’s deposit requirements and timing, continue solicitations (including following up with McGowan, New Castle Stainless and other prior sponsors), and post sponsorship commitments publicly to encourage others to join. They also plan to produce advertising and recognition materials for sponsors and to publish sponsor lists on the park’s Facebook page once commitments are received.

Less-critical logistics — vendor placement, food-truck layout (food court vs. single line), golf-cart parking, and coordination with the saddle club and other weekend events — will be refined at a June work session. Staff said they will also consult county emergency management and the sheriff’s office about traffic control and on-site EMS coverage.

Board members emphasized they would prefer to avoid overspending and suggested a contingency for a smaller show this year if fundraising falls short; any such scale-back would preserve funds for a larger centennial celebration next year.

Park staff will return to the board with an updated budget status, a list of committed sponsors and a draft event layout ahead of the next regular meeting.","Park board members and staff discussed a shortfall in fundraising and multiple logistical issues — including vendor payments, donations, parking, traffic control and event programming — as they prepare for the July 4 fireworks show.","actionData","errors"]

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