Wed, 19 Apr 2006 14:57:05 -0400 http://theneteffect.org/ powered by TheNetEffect.org en-us http://theneteffect.org/images/logo.png http://theneteffect.org/ support@TheNetEffect.org http://theneteffect.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=17 Hancock County, IN - My name is Jeary Smith I am seeking the Republican nomination for Hancock County Commissioner in District 2. First, I would like to thank all of you that supported me four years ago. We really made a great showing 45% of the total vote. I believe that, this is OUR YEAR. With your help and that of our new supporters, we can move our County forward. So THANKS AGAIN and on to business! Wed, 19 Apr 2006 14:57:05 -0400 http://theneteffect.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=16 As promised we tackle this topic with an eye toward politicians whos' technical skills range from the neophyte to the experienced. The issues surrounding the creation of a successful web presence in this arena are many and we have split this topic into two parts. Thus, while we will brush on some of the finer points of technical marketing in this article, we'll leave the majority of those points to Part II of this series. But, most importantly, we’ll try to give you the nuts-and-bolts of how you can easily, in one weekend afternoon and for less than $20, create an effective marketing tool utilizing the same technology this site runs on for your campaign and/or tenure. Click on "read more..." to begin your journey. Mon, 21 Mar 2005 19:58:14 -0500 http://theneteffect.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=15 Indiana State Senator Beverly Gard has filed 2 bills in in the Indiana General Assembly targeting so-called "serial meetings" and penalties for knowingly breaking all open door law including the aforementioned. According to the belowmentioned this effort may appeal to Governor Mitch Daniels. For more details, visit http://www.greenfieldreporter.com . Thu, 27 Jan 2005 15:49:48 -0500 http://theneteffect.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=13 So finally after rounding up the ponies we're headed into the rapidly approaching general elections approaching in November. We've moved again to yet another new server that will hopefully mark the end of the technical nightmares for the immediate future. We did lose about a months worth of data in the move but es la vida . If you like to indulge in drama of the geekiest sort, you can click on "read more..." for the gory details. Thu, 05 Aug 2004 03:11:57 -0400 http://theneteffect.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=12 Hancock County, IN - Paging through the monunds of reading missed during the past 8 months [or so], Popular Science notes the "optical-sense scan" voting system Hancock County uses loses some the fewest votes among the 5 most popular voting systems generally employed. In their November 2003 article 5 ailing ways to cast a vote the presidental election vote loss rate is 1.5% and in more local - gov./senate - elections the loss rate rises to 3.5%. More to come when we can get to scanning the pretty table... Thu, 05 Aug 2004 01:38:50 -0400 http://theneteffect.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=11 Hancock County Commissioners: Brian Kleiman - 4,423 John Gunn - 3,970 “I need to explain things to them in greater detail” - Brian Kleiman Jack Heiden - 4,177 Patrick Musgrave - 4,086 “At least the majority of voters in this county retained some of their sanity.” - Jack Heiden Wed, 05 May 2004 04:59:14 -0400 http://theneteffect.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=10 Hancock County, IN - IT IS IN ALL OF OUR INTERESTS TO PURSUE "TRANSPARENT GOVERNANCE." For, the best government serves the best informed citizens. It is the elected officials' duty to promote, enhance, and expect citizens' involvement in all levels of government. A government's working capital is built upon its credibility. And, "transparency" is o­ne of the fundamental pillars supporting the credibility our government requires to function at its peek efficiency. Thu, 22 Apr 2004 08:19:39 -0400 http://theneteffect.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=9 Hancock County, IN - DRAINAGE IS ONE OF OUR COUNTY'S TOP PROBLEMS Hancock County is predominately flat, and the soil is clay with very poor drainage, which results in a high water table and a slow rain run-off. When it rains, this water seeks its lowest level, and in large areas of the County we commonly experience ponding or standing water. When there are no operating public drains to take it away, this rainwater goes into our basement, floods our yards and results in flooded roads. Sat, 03 Apr 2004 15:57:09 -0500 http://theneteffect.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=8 Hancock County, IN - TheNetEffect.org welcomes Patrick Musgrave to our efforts providing Hancock County with the resources they need to create a more logical, transparent government. Mr. Musgrave has created a forum to answer questions from voters, and he plans on releasing an article through us approximately every week addressing the greatest needs of the County beginning the week of March 29th. More information and his contact information can be found in his campaign's press release. Sat, 27 Mar 2004 12:09:42 -0500 http://theneteffect.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=7 Belatedly digging though the March 29, 2004, BusinessWeek Magazine uncovered, now seemingly commonplace, sentiments of the Web's newfound position as standard equipment in every politicians' golf-club-bag of tricks. Only this new club is hitting home runs with 20% of the U.S. now using broadband connections to access the Internet. And that's discounting individuals using the high speed connections at work [of course we know this would never include you even though our connection logs read like an edition of the IBJ]. In the following we've included the fairly informative graphic from the Click the Vote article efficiently detailing the advantages of ePolitics over the ol' tried-and-true. Fri, 26 Mar 2004 02:28:49 -0500 http://theneteffect.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=6 Hancock County, IN -  Things now seem to be heating up just 6 weeks shy of the primaries.  The following is a Friends of Patrick Musgrave release announcing his candidacy for Hancock County Commissioner of District 1 in the rapidly approaching 2004 primary elections. Mr. Musgrave is seeking to unseat Jack Heiden in the northern district. Since commissioners are elected on a county wide basis and not just by their home district, Musgrave will definitely be working hard during the next 6 weeks to spread his message throughout the County. Tue, 16 Mar 2004 04:31:27 -0500 http://theneteffect.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=5 Hancock County, IN - At the closing bell of noon Friday, February 20, a new candidate, John Gunn, and incumbent Brian Kleiman were the sole District 3 Republican candidates for County Commissioner of Hancock County, Indiana. Taylor “Tom” Fee withdrew his candidacy last Friday to support Mr. Gunn’s campaign. In the northern District 1, Pat Musgrave is seeking to unseat Jack Heiden. The Primary election date is set for May 5, 2004. Tue, 24 Feb 2004 05:02:53 -0500 http://theneteffect.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=4 Hancock County, IN - As part of our continuing efforts to promote logical, transparent local governance in Hancock County, TheNetEffect.org will promote candidates who support our mission. Taylor "Tom" Fee is one of the two registered candidates currently running for County Commissioner in the 2004 primary elections. His graciously submitted open letter to our community marks an encouraging step towards better governance. Mon, 02 Feb 2004 17:49:28 -0500 http://theneteffect.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=3 Hancock County, IN - As of 12:00pm this afternoon only two individuals, Brian Kleiman and Taylor "Tom" Fee, had registered as candidates for County Commissioner in the upcoming primary elections on May 5. Of the two voting districts in Hancock County currently in their election year cycle, both candidates reign from District 3. The Commissioners' election has generated special notice from the Daily Reporter to the county Republican Chairman John Willey, and many expect the Commissioners' race to be tight. Mon, 02 Feb 2004 15:45:11 -0500 http://theneteffect.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=2 Hancock County, IN - The Daily Reporter covers the recent town meetings soliciting public input for the development of the new Comprehensive Plan. "..traffic congestion o­n the roads in both townships seemed to dominate most group discussions" notes Eric North of the Reporter. While The Roads are not the o­nly issue of concern for residents, they remain important to the community and to the future of the County.**** SPECIAL ADDITION ***To get the hard-to-come-by Final 1991 Hancock County Comprehensive Plan in .pdf visit our Downloads section by clicking "Downloads" in the main menu to the left. Fri, 23 Jan 2004 19:21:50 -0500 http://theneteffect.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=1 Looking to provide Hancock County Indiana with the most powerful, cutting-edge community organizing tools available, TheNetEffect.org launched into the few calm remaining moments before the 2004 elections. The resource takes its inspiration from the success of the Howard Dean Internet campaign's use of web technology. While acknowledging the Net is not a panacea or a substitute for some old-fashion one-on-one with constituents, most now recognize technology's integral role in any public outreach effort. Thu, 15 Jan 2004 07:27:41 -0500