Pulaski County officials are taking steps to keep the county’s data secure. IT Director Matt Voltz told the county commissioners last week he’s looking at buying a new backup device.
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Impacts of Potential Property Tax Hike Discussed During Oregon-Davis School Board Work Session
As the Oregon-Davis School Board considers a potential property tax referendum next year, local residents had another chance Wednesday to learn about the corporation’s financial situation.
Pulaski County Renews National Association of Counties Membership
After a few weeks of consideration, the Pulaski County Commissioners have decided to continue with the county’s membership in the National Association of Counties.
Local Community Foundations Report Success with Giving Tuesday
This week’s Giving Tuesday initiative proved to be a success for local community foundations. Kim Krause with the Community Foundation of Pulaski County had a good response. “I know we still have some gifts that are trickling in, but it’s safe to say that we’ve raised well over $30,000 in one day, for Giving Tuesday,” she says.
Hensler Nursery Christmas Tree to be Displayed at Indiana Statehouse
O-D School Board to Hold Another Fiscal Planning Work Session/Community Input Meeting Tonight
As the Oregon-Davis School Board considers the possibility of a property tax referendum, local residents have another chance to give input. The school board is holding a work session tonight, on the corporation’s fiscal strategic planning effort.
No Concerns Voiced During Hearing on Winamac Wastewater Plant Improvements
The Town of Winamac is moving ahead with efforts to get funding for wastewater plant upgrades. The town plans to apply for $700,000 in federal funds, available as part of the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs’ Wastewater/Drinking Water Program.
Pulaski County Commissioners Authorize Pickup Truck Purchase for Recycling and Transfer Station
The Pulaski County Commissioners last week approved the purchase of a pickup truck for the Recycling and Transfer Station.
Hamlet Park Board Schedules Tree Lighting Ceremony, Discusses Decorating Contest
The Town of Hamlet is getting into the Christmas spirit. The lighting of the town’s Christmas tree will take place Friday, December 8 at 6:30 p.m., according to Clerk-Treasurer Kristina Pitts.
Pulaski County Commissioners Open Bids for 700 North Bridge Work
The bridge on Pulaski County Road 700 North over Bogus Run is a step closer to getting some upgrades. Last week, the county commissioners opened bridge rehabilitation bids from four construction companies. They ranged from just under $480,000 to over $718,000.
Winamac Town Council to Hold Public Hearing Tonight on Proposed Wastewater Plant Upgrades
Winamac residents will have the chance to weigh in on proposed upgrades to the town’s wastewater plant during a public hearing tonight. The town plans to apply to the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs for $700,000 in federal funding. That money would help pay for work at the wastewater plant to help with ammonia removal, according to Town Manager Brad Zellers.
Knox Schools to See Savings on Insurance Costs
The Knox Community School Corporation expects to save some money on insurance costs. “Liberty Mutual Insurance is our liability and property insurance carrier, and they have dropped their rates slightly from what we were paying last year,” Superintendent Dr. William Reichhart told the school board last week. Continue reading
Oregon-Davis Receives Title IV Grant to Boost STEM Education
Oregon-Davis Schools’ STEM education efforts are getting a boost, thanks to a grant for $51,500. That’s according to Superintendent Dr. Don Harman. “We were one of 82 school districts in the State of Indiana that received a Title IV grant from the state,” says Superintendent Dr. Don Harman, “which will be utilized for professional development to increase our teachers’ instructional capacity in the area of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.”
Haunted Fairgrounds Organizers Donate Digger to Hamlet Town Park Playground
The Hamlet Town Park is getting some new playground equipment, thanks to organizers of the Haunted Fairgrounds event. They donated a digger to the park, according to Clerk-Treasurer Kristina Pitts. The device lets children work on their excavating skills by scooping up dirt and moving it around.
Three Farm Animals Apparently Shot Near Hudson Lake
LaPorte County Police are investigating the apparent shootings of two horses and possibly a cow last week. A sheriff’s deputy was called to the 7300 block of East Emery Road in Hudson Lake, after a resident noticed that two horses on his property appeared to have sustained bullet wounds, one in its front right leg, the other in its front left leg.
Pulaski County to Move Early Voting to Justice Center
Pulaski County is once again moving its early voting location. The county commissioners took action last week to move in-person absentee voting to the Pulaski County Justice Center for next year’s election cycle.
Knox School Board Hears Architects’ Proposals for Facilities Study
The Knox Community School Corporation may be asking residents for a tax increase to fund facility upgrades in the coming years. During a school board work session last week, Superintendent Dr. William Reichhart explained that if school officials decide a referendum is needed, he wants to be ready to do it in May or November of 2019.
Oregon-Davis School Board Approves Updates to Course Description Guide
The Oregon-Davis School Board has finalized some updates to the corporation’s Course Description Guide. Several new high school classes will be offered starting next school year, including Industrial Automation and Robotics, Criminal Justice, and Electronic Music. Students will also be able to choose from several additional online courses through a digital learning program called Apex.
Knox School Board Members Aggravated by Inconsistent School Colors
Confusion over school colors has led to frustration for some Knox School Board members. During Monday’s meeting, member Wendy McIntire called for the board to make a definitive decision, saying the situation is currently a free-for-all. “I’m a little aggravated when you can’t even tell that that’s our team on a lot of it,” she said. Continue reading
Declining Population Could Cost Pulaski County Millions in Lost Income Tax Revenue
Pulaski County stands to lose several million dollars in income tax revenues over the coming decades, due to declining population. That’s according to Community Development Commission Executive Director Nathan Origer. He presented some rough estimates to the county council last week. Continue reading
