Week in Photos: April 22-26

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VIDEO: Randolph measure to improve economic opportunities for Lake Michigan

This session, State Senator Lonnie Randolph authored a bill expanding economic development opportunities for Lake Michigan industries.  In an effort to draw more business and tourism, Senate Bill 173 would allow waterfront restaurants receiving local, state or federal funding to sell alcoholic beverages if they participate in lakefront development projects. This legislation would have a large impact on increasing competition for Northwest Indiana towns, such as Whiting, seeking to revitalize their waterfronts in order to attract in more business. This proposal was developed from previous legislation promoting riverside development.

Week in Photos: April 15-19

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Week in Photos: March 25-28

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Black History Month at the Statehouse

Throughout February, the Indiana Statehouse will host a number of exhibits to commemorate Black History Month. The exhibits were created by the Indiana Department of Archives and honor African American Hoosiers who have made numerous contributions to the nation as well as the state.

State Senator Lonnie Randolph, chairman of the Indiana Black Legislative Caucus (IBLC), explains the importance of Black History Month for not only African Americans, but for all Hoosiers.

Among the displays showcased in the Statehouse this month, “Black Hoosiers in America’s Wars” features photographs and documents of Indiana African-American soldiers in the Revolutionary War through the Vietnam War. The historical documents include the muster rolls for the 28th Regiment United States Colored Troops, an Indiana unit during the Civil War. The featured image is of Lieutenant Aaron R. Fisher of Lyles, Indiana, who received the Distinguished Service Cross for “exceptional bravery in action” in 1918.

Another exhibit pays tribute to Major Taylor, the first black world champion cyclist, as well as the namesake of the bicycle track in Indianapolis.

A third display from the Department of Natural Resources honors the 517th Company Civilian Conservation Corps that built Indiana state parks.

The displays are located on the South end of the fourth floor atrium and may be viewed during regular public hours.

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VIDEO: Randolph on his legislation to jumpstart lakefront economic development

State Senator Lonnie Randolph (D-East Chicago) speaks about SB 173, which would give Northwest Indiana cities and towns another tool to expand economic development opportunities on Lake Michigan.

 

P-12 education, economic development top Indiana Black Legislative Caucus 2013 agenda

The Indiana Black Legislative Caucus (IBLC) held a press conference today introducing the caucus’s 2013 legislative agenda. The IBLC plans to advocate for initiatives that impact all Hoosiers, specifically children’s issues, economic development, K-12 education and preschool, higher education, and health care.

The Indiana Black Legislative Caucus was established in 1979 in an effort to focus the legislative initiatives of the Indiana General Assembly’s African-American legislators. Since its creation, the IBLC has worked to promote their mission through bi-partisan events, educational symposiums and job fairs.

New IBLC leadership for the 118^th General Assembly includes State Senator Lonnie Randolph as Chairman, Representative John Bartlett as Vice-Chairman, Senator Greg Taylor as Treasurer/Secretary and Representative Robin Shackleford as Chaplain.

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Senator Randolph: “The Indiana Black Legislative Caucus, to this end, the members hold fast to the following principles…” (1:08)

Senator Rogers: “We have been trying to get preschool…” (0:24)

PHOTOS: Lawmakers meet for start of the 2013 legislative session

On Tuesday, lawmakers met for Organization Day, the first official day of the 118th General Assembly. Largely a procedural meeting,  new and reelected members were sworn in and other technical matters were addressed. Lawmakers will reconvene on January 7 for the start of the legislative session.

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Honoring those who serve

As the nation takes time this Veterans Day to honor the brave men and women who have served in our armed forces, the Indiana Senate Democrats would like to send a special Thank You to our Hoosier veterans and their families. Their sacrifice and service to our country deserves our gratitude each and every day.

For generations, Hoosiers have taken up the call to defend our nation. Earlier this fall, a number of those servicemen and women and their families reached out and provided the Indiana Senate Democrats with photos of themselves and their loved ones serving this country. Below, find those images of the Indiana men and women who bravely served in our nation’s armed services.

Early Voting in Lake County

Early voting in Lake County began on Oct. 9th and closes on Nov. 5 at noon. Registered voters can cast ballots in person during this time at the Lake County Election Board Office in Crown Point or at five satellite locations in the county. Special weekend voting times are available on Saturday, Oct. 27, and Saturday, Nov. 3.

Crown Point 
Lake County Board of Elections and Voter Registration Office
2293 North Main Street
Weekday voting 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Sat. Oct 27 and Sat. Nov. 3 voting 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. 

East Chicago 
County Clerk’s Office
3711 Main Street
Weekday voting 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Sat. Oct 27 and Sat. Nov. 3 voting 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Gary 
County Clerk’s Office
15 West 4th Avenue
Weekday voting 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Sat. Oct 27 and Sat. Nov. 3 voting 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Hammond 
County Clerk’s Office
232 Russell Street
Weekday voting 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Sat. Oct 27 and Sat. Nov. 3 voting 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

St. John 
St. John Township Assessor’s Office
9155 Wicker Avenue (U.S. 41)
Weekday voting 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Sat. Oct 27 and Sat. Nov. 3 voting 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Winfield 
Winfield Township Trustee’s Office
10645 Randolph Street
Weekday voting 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Sat. Oct 27 and Sat. Nov. 3 voting 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

For more information, contact the Lake County Board of Elections and Voter Registration.