County Health Departments Wade Into Fight Over Emergency-Orders Bill, Warning of “Immediate Jeopardy”
(INDIANAPOLIS) – County health directors and the Indiana Public Health Association are trying to head off a bill making it harder for health departments to take emergency action.
Legislators plan to vote Monday on overriding Governor Holcomb’s veto of a bill requiring county commissioners’ approval to go further than state orders.
The Indiana Public Health Association echoes Holcomb’s warning that the bill would cost lives, by slowing down health departments’ ability to act in urgent situations.
Legislative Republicans say there needs to be someone elected by the voters with the power to tell the health department no. Ripley County health officer David Welsh says he understands the desire for a second set of eyes on health department actions, but says there are better ways to do it. He points to long-running discussions among health professionals and county official
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Bringing with it sunshine, flowers and finally days above 65 degrees, May is one of the best months for getting outside in Indiana. It s also National Bike Month, so if you ve been considering trading in your four wheels for two, now s the time to do it.
Biking is one of the most environmentally friendly modes of transportation, requiring little resources and allowing for travel without emitting greenhouse gases. It s also one of the healthiest modes of transportation, both physically and mentally.
But in order for people to feel safe biking in large cities, it s essential to have the infrastructure to support them, said Kim Irwin, executive director of walkability advocacy organization Health by Design.
Bringing with it sunshine, flowers and finally days above 65 degrees, May is one of the best months for getting outside in Indiana. It s also National Bike Month, so if you ve been considering trading in your four wheels for two, now s the time to do it.
Biking is one of the most environmentally friendly modes of transportation, requiring little resources and allowing for travel without emitting greenhouse gases. It s also one of the healthiest modes of transportation, both physically and mentally.
But in order for people to feel safe biking in large cities, it s essential to have the infrastructure to support them, said Kim Irwin, executive director of walkability advocacy organization Health by Design.
Three candidates come out on top in a crowded field for Elm Grove Village Board msn.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from msn.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
Voters in the tight-knit community of Elm Grove will head to the polls April 6, to elect three village trustees.
Six candidates, including two incumbents, are vying for the three open seats. Trustee Kim Irwin is not seeking re-election.
The winners will each serve two-year terms on the village board.
Elm Grove has seen from 13% to 58% voter turnout in the spring election in recent years. This year, voters will also cast ballots for village president, which may encourage stronger turnout. Village President Neil Palmer faces challenger Mary Inden.
Many village trustee candidates touted Elm Grove s strong sense of community and shared thoughts on how to keep the village a great place to live. A 2020 list said Elm Grove was the best place to live in the state.