Thursday, March 17, 2005
In a repeat of the March 10th meeting, the Pike Township School Board once again tonight gaveled the meeting adjourned and refused to allow the Historic Traders Point representatives to speak to the board. Our attorney, Greg Cafouros, previously had submitted a written request to be included on the board’s agenda, but, no matter, Board President Elaine Eilers closed down the meeting even as Mr. Caforus stood at the podium. There was an exchange of increasingly heated tones from Mrs. Eilers and Board Member David Corbitt telling Mr. Cafouros that the board would hear nothing from HTP. Our group had prepared a presentation that included several presenters to speak on numerous discussion points.
In earlier afternoon events prior to the start of the board meeting, an injunction was filed against the board alleging failure to comply with the Indiana Open Door Law regarding conduct of public meetings. Signs were posted on exterior walls of Central Elementary stating that there would be no discussion at the board meeting about the proposed land acquisition due to a legal technicality. Numerous people turned away and did not attend the meeting.
Keep close check on the Pike School Board web site at www.pike.k12.in.us/board
The next known board meeting is scheduled for April 14th. We must turn out in massive numbers. Spread the word among your neighbors.