Long-range improvements could be in the works for the town of Santa Claus.  The council met recently with an engineer from an Evansville firm on updating a comprehensive plan for future development.  Also discussed, according to our media partners at the Spencer County Journal,  were policies for land use and public street development.

The goal is to identify areas that need improvement and target those that would be best suited for upgrades.

The last time a comprehensive plan was completed was in 1994.

The Indiana Department of Child Services announced today Nancy Rennie has been appointed local director of the Perry County office of DCS. In her new role, Rennie will set goals and objectives for child welfare management helping to ensure children are protected from abuse or neglect. In addition, she’ll oversee a team of six that includes family case managers and clerical staff. She’ll also handle general office operations. 

“We’re very pleased Nancy will be managing day-to-day operations in our Perry County office,” said Dave Judkins, DCS’ Deputy Director of Field Operations. “Her practical job experience as both a family case manager and a supervisor will serve her well as she continues to help families in her county.”

The Indiana Department of Transportation says State Road 145 from State Road 64 (Birdseye) to Interstate 64 (Siberia) is back open after closing because of high waters Monday.