North Vernon suspends golf manager without pay

North Vernon is continuing the suspension of the town’s golf course manager, but this time without pay.

City Council voted last night to suspend golf director Robin Brown, for two more weeks. The council first suspended Brown, with pay, on Jan. 14th for an “undisclosed violation of the employee handbook.”

That alleged violation stems from Brown’s arrest for drunk driving early on the morning of Jan. 6th. by North Vernon Police. While being booked in the Jennings County Jail, he allegedly threatened the arresting officer. Brown is facing charges of Intimidation, operating a vehicle with a blood alcohol content of more than .08 percent and operating while intoxicated.

The council will address the issue as more information becomes available.