Bum's Bluff

I missed the Mayoral candidate's forum last night at the Bauer House, but looks like The Evansville Observer is putting out some coverage. I am anxious to see the text from all of the candidates.

Apparently one issue that was raised was regarding the City not helping to fund the School Crossing Guards. Talk about what goes around comes around!

As I recall from my time chairing Public Safety, the City helped create the crossing guard program along with the leadership of some wonderful volunteers. $5,000 seems to be the annual amount that comes to mind to provide equipment and stipends. The School District became involved only after the program got off the ground and the City began wondering why it was footing the full cost. It seemed clear at the time that the program was in the interest of BOTH the City and the District.

While I agree with the City's decision not to absorb the District's wage increases, it is a shame that this is no longer a partnership.

posted by Walton @ 1:13 PM