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This week the City of Jeffersonville joins the nation to honor and remember all law enforcement officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty.  May 15th is National Peace Officers Memorial Day and this week is National Police Week.  National Police Week was established by a joint resolution of Congress in 1962.

We honor the brave men and women who each paid the ultimate price for our safety and protection.  We will always remember their service, courage and sacrifice.  We also remember and pay tribute to these officers’ families who must live with the loss of their loved one each and every day. If you visit the website of the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund you will see a photograph of these words from survivor Vivan Eney Cross which are etched in stone on one of the blue-gray marble walls of The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington D.C.: “It is not how these officers died that made them heroes, it is how they lived.”  

In memory of those who gave their lives, please take a moment this week to say a word of thanks to a law enforcement officer.   And please remember to live and drive safely.

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JEFFERSONVILLE MAYOR MIKE MOORE ANNOUNCES 100 DAY WELLNESS CHALLENGE

If you made a resolution to get fit this year, Jeffersonville Mayor Mike Moore is offering a new program to help you reach your goals.  The Live Healthy Challenge is a way for city employees and residents to make lifestyle changes in the coming year.

"I want Jeffersonville to be a healthy and active community.  This program provides an easy, cost-efficient way to kick-start physical activity and improved nutrition.  Through programs like this one and the Mayor's Fitness Council we have a goal to make our community healthy," said Moore.

The program is in conjunction with an online platform from the non-profit Live Healthy America, which allows for the formation of teams to track physical activity, weight loss, or both from January 28 through April 5, 2013.  It also provides meal plans, video workouts, healthy recipes and nutrition and wellness resources.  Live Healthy America charges $20.00 for each participant and includes a year-long subscription to a national lifestyle magazine and a t-shirt.  Registration is open. 

Moore is encouraging city employees to participate and hopes local businesses will do the same.  "We are striving for a healthy workplace.  I am challenging city employees to join me in by taking part in this program.  One way we can help drive down lifestyle-related health care costs is to create and sustain an environment of wellness in City Hall," said Moore who noted that the Building Authority installed a shower on the third floor for employees to utilize.  "If we want employees to become more physically active, we need to make it more convenient for them to exercise and achieve a healthy lifestyle.  The city's health insurance costs place a heavy burden on the city budget.  One way to lessen that burden is to encourage our employees to make changes in their lifestyle."

Indiana was named the 15th most obese state in the country, according to a 2011report from Trust for America's Health (TFAH) and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF). Meanwhile, Indiana's adult obesity rate is 29.1 percent.

“Research shows that exercise at work works,” said Moore. According to a federal study, worksites and offices with a physical activity program reduced their costs by 20 percent to 50 percent, reduced short-term sick level by 6 percent to 32 percent and increased productivity by 2 percent to 52 percent.

The 10-week challenge is a team-centric program focused on activity and weight management. "It will be a fun, inspirational way to achieve your wellness goals," said Moore.  "I am issuing a challenge to everyone to join.  By actively taking part in the program participants can motivate, educate and empower themselves to make positive and lasting lifestyle changes to achieve optimal health."

Mayor Mike Moore Appoints New Animal Shelter Director

Tuesday, 21 May 2013 23:51
Earlier today Jeffersonville Mayor Mike Moore appointed Charles Heavrin as the new director of the J.B. Ogle Animal Shelter.  Heavrin, who currently serves as Shelter Manager for the Kentucky Humane Society, replaces Sara Green who resigned last month. 

“We have a top notch animal shelter.  It was important to find the right person to oversee the facility,” said Moore.  “I am confident that Charlie is the right person for the job.  His extensive experience in animal control and management will be an asset for the City and the animals.”

The Harrison County resident has worked for the Kentucky Humane Society since 2002.    Heavrin previously served as the interim director of the Floyd County Animal Shelter between 1999-2002 and operations manager of that facility between 1990-1996.  He will start with the City on June 4th and be paid $45,000 per year.

“I look forward to working for the City.  My primary objective is to continue the high standard of animal care and customer service residents have come to expect,” said Heavrin who will supervise 10 employees and manage a $500,000 budget.  “It’s a job that gives me an opportunity to work at a facility that shares my philosophy and goals.”

Heavrin holds various certifications and licenses from the National Animal Control Association, the Humane Society University, the Emergency Management Institute and the American Humane Association.

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ANCHORS AWEIGH

anchorsMayor Mike Moore invites you to sweat off the pounds at the Jeffersonville RiverStage! Our Anchors A-Weigh program is a great way to meet new friends, step outside and get your heart rate pumping. Here at the Jeffersonville RiverStage our fitness our sessions will be held at 6p.m. Monday-Thursday and 9a.m. and 10:15a.m. on Saturdays. Classes will begin on Monday, June 4th and are FREE and open to all ages!

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RIVERSTAGE

riverstage_logoMoored at the foot of the Terraced Lawn on Jeffersonville’s bank of the Ohio River, RiverStage provides a unique atmosphere – including breathtaking views of the river and of Louisville’s skyline – to enjoy good friends and great entertainment. Our 2012 events schedule includes Broadway on the River, Rolling Out the Weekend concerts, Anchors Aweigh Fitness programs, and Twilight Cinema, all free to the public. 

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JEFF MAIN STREET

mainstreetJeffersonville Main Street Inc. is a nonprofit organization working to continue the revitalization of the commercial and residential districts of downtown Jeffersonville. Be sure to check out their website for information about upcoming community events, the Jeffersonville Farmers Market, Concerts in the Park, and other news.

JEFF PARKS DEPT

The Jeffersonville Parks Department has a great lineup of programs and activities for all ages! Check out the Jeff Parks website here. 

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