Vacating County Road Paves Way for Future BraunAbility Investments

Braun Ability logoA major employer in Winamac may be taking the first steps that could lead to future investments.

Monday night’s Pulaski County Commissioners meeting brought a request from CDC Executive Director Nathan Origer following talks with BraunAbility and the Indiana Economic Development Corporation. Under the proposal, County Road 60 between 14 and 25 South would be vacated by the county.
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Braun Mansion Under New Ownership

The 15,945 square foot Braun mansion south of Winamac is for sale. Image courtesy of Encore Sotheby's International Realty
The 15,945 square foot Braun mansion south of Winamac was sold. Image courtesy of Encore Sotheby’s International Realty

Pulaski County’s largest, and most expensive home has found itself with new owners.

The Braun Mansion, built in 1998 by Braun Corporation founder Ralph Braun, was put on the market for sale earlier this year. The listing price for the estate was $2.5-million.

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Pulaski Sheriff’s Department Breaks Seal on 2012 Budget

Pulaski County Sheriff's Department

The Pulaski Sheriff’s Department has found itself with some more vehicle-related problems. A 2006 Ford Taurus has recently developed an issue with a low oil pressure light, and two different mechanics gave the same grim news: the motor needs rebuilt or replaced.

While this is not good news for any time of the year, it’s especially bad news this late. With the end of this year’s budget approaching, the county’s pockets are close to empty. After getting two quotes on used cars, Sheriff Mike Gayer asked the commissioners to approve $9,900 to purchase a used Buick Lacrosse, but the request comes with a twist—the funds would come from the 2012 budget.

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