The finalization of the Moose Lodge demolition was discussed at the Knox Board of Public Works meeting last week.
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Knox Board of Works Opens Bids for Demolition of Knox Moose Lodge Building
The Knox Board of Works members opened another round of bids for the demolition of the Knox Moose Lodge Wednesday morning.
Continue readingKnox Moose Demolition Project to be Re-bid
Knox City Council Updated on Knox Moose Lodge Demolition
Knox Mayor Dennis Estok told the Knox City Council members last week that there may be a problem when it comes to the demolition of the Knox Moose Lodge building.
Continue readingKnox Board of Works Opens Bids for Knox Moose Lodge Demolition
The Knox Board of Works members opened bids for the demolition of the Knox Moose Lodge during their recent meeting.
Continue readingKnox Moose Lodge to be Demolished Soon
Plans and specifications are now available in the Knox Clerk-Treasurer’s Office as contractors prepare bids for the demolition of the Knox Moose Lodge.
Continue readingKnox City Council Approves Grant Administrator
The Knox City Council members accepted a proposal for a grant administrator when they met Tuesday night.
Continue readingKnox City Officials Plan to Discuss Future of Knox Moose Property
Knox Mayor Dennis Estok said plans for the future development of the property that includes the former Knox Moose Lodge will be in the next phase of discussions.
Continue readingPlanning Underway for Knox Farmers Market, City Council Authorizes Moose Lodge Demolition Grant Application
Efforts to demolish the former Knox Moose Lodge could have a role to play in the development of a new farmers market. Mayor Dennis Estok told the city council Tuesday that plans are in the works to set up a market on Main Street in front of the old Moose. “Kailey Hart will be the manager of that market,” Estok explained. “She will be a subcommittee from the Knox Main Street group.”
Continue readingKnox Residents Can Weigh in on Moose Lodge Demolition
Knox residents have a chance to weigh in on the demolition of the former Moose Lodge at 115 North Main Street. The city is seeking almost $138,000 in Blight Clearance funding through the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs.
Continue readingKnox Seeking Almost $138,000 for Moose Lodge Demolition
The City of Knox is seeking almost $138,000 to help tear down the former Moose Lodge. The city council last week held a public hearing on an application for Blight Clearance Program funding through the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs.
Continue readingKnox Seeking Blight Clearance Funding for Moose Lodge Demolition
Efforts to demolish the former Knox Moose Lodge continue to move ahead. The city council last week agreed to let Mayor Dennis Estok apply for Blight Clearance Program funding through the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs.
Continue readingKnox Mayor Continues Exploring Demolition of Former Moose Lodge
Knox Mayor Dennis Estok continues exploring the possibility of tearing down the former Moose Lodge. He told the redevelopment commission last week that to keep the building, the roof would need to be replaced, and making the building ADA-compliant would take a lot of money.
Continue readingStarke County Resource Center to Host ‘Community Contributor Gathering’ Tonight
As the Starke County Resource Center awaits a decision from the Knox Board of Zoning Appeals, the nonprofit group is working to gather volunteers to help make the project a reality. Organizers are hosting a “community contributor gathering” tonight at 7:00 at the Trinity Assembly of God at 22 North Shield Street in Knox.
Continue readingCity of Knox Not Willing to Offer Former Moose Lodge for Proposed Homeless Shelter
The former Knox Moose Lodge will not be offered as a potential site for a homeless shelter, according to Mayor Dennis Estok. “That building was bought for future land use, to help revitalize the downtown area, whatever it’s going to be,” Estok said during Tuesday’s city council meeting. “It was not offered for the homeless shelter, and it won’t be. That is not the original plan for that building. That’s not why we bought it. So that is off the table, as far as I’m concerned.”
Continue readingProposed Homeless Shelter Draws Concerns from Knox Residents
Whether or not a homeless shelter belongs in a residential area was debated during Monday’s Knox Board of Zoning Appeals meeting. A nonprofit group called the Starke County Resource Center is seeking the board’s permission to use the Knights of Columbus building at 503 East Lake Street as a “temporary housing facility for displaced Starke County residents.”
Continue readingKnox Mayor Closes Deal to Purchase Former Moose Lodge Building on Main Street
Knox Mayor Dennis Estok recently informed City Council members that the City made an offer on the former Moose Lodge and it was accepted.
Mayor Estok explained the purchase is being made through the Redevelopment Commission and will be paid for with TIF funds.
Continue readingVendors Sought for Knox City-Wide Yard Sales
The Knox City-Wide Yard Sales are a month away. They’ll be held Thursday, May 10, Friday, May 11, and Saturday, May 12 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Knox Residents Reminded of Upcoming Yard Sales
Knox residents still have time to get on the map for next weekend’s city wide yard sales. They will run from Thursday, May 11th through Saturday, May 13th. Continue reading
Knox City-Wide Yard Sales Scheduled
The Knox City-Wide Yard Sales are scheduled for Mother’s Day weekend. They will start Thursday, May 11 and wrap up Saturday, May 13. Sales will take place each day from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. Continue reading
