Interim Administrator
Interim Health Dept. Administrator Appointed
Commissioner’s Meeting 4-26-12
Jefferson County Commissioner’s Meeting April 26, 2012 (Starting around video minute 39) Tammy Monroe is introduced as the interim health dept. administrator, replacing Ralph Armand. Ms. Monroe provides updates on septic permits still being processed for several tornado victims almost 2-months after the disaster. She said there is a possibility of getting State funds for […]
FEMA Storm Aid Deadline
FEMA Assistance Deadline May 8 is the last day to register for FEMA Individual Assistance for the Indiana Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, and Tornadoes Major Disaster Declared March 9, 2012 (DR-4058) The first step for homeowners, renters and business owners to obtain federal disaster assistance is to register with FEMA. One easy way to apply is […]
The Buck Stops Here
Notice: Board of Health Special Meeting 4/17/2012 at 12 Noon Last minute reminder: The board of health is meeting at 12 noon to publicly address the myriad of concerns with the administration of the health department. Most pressing is the mandate from the Commissioners to remove Armand and restore accountability and integrity to the department. […]
Pass the Buck
An informal petition drive organized by concerned citizens procured more than 2,000 Jefferson County taxpayer signatures demanding the removal of Ralph Armand. THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WILLING TO TAKE A STAND ! The petition was presented to the Board of Health last Tuesday and acknowledged by Julie Berry at the Commissioner’s meeting on Friday, a […]
Bad Apple
One Bad Apple Thank you to Ruby Wehner for graciously opening her home to a concerned community. The meeting allowed victims of the septic permitting and food service sectors to find a common voice. Intimidation, harassment and fear of retaliation, all common denominators endured at the hand of the entire health department administrative staff. It is clear […]