Proposed changes to water billing in Hamlet’s trailer park are drawing concern from its owner. The town has proposed doing away with the meters at individual trailers and sending one big water bill to the entire Country Acres property.
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North Judson-San Pierre will now be able to intercept state income tax refunds to collect unpaid debt. The school board last week approved a memorandum of understanding for the Tax Refund Exchange and Compliance System (TRECS), after members generally voiced their support last month.
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The Knox Board of Works will get updates on some ongoing code enforcement efforts this morning. Director of Building and Code Compliance Kenny Pfost told the board last month that a lot of progress had been made at 342-344 West Spruce Drive, after he imposed a $2,500 fine. The board will get an update on that property today, along with 204 West Bender Street.
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The City of Knox is officially exploring its options before renewing its trash and recycling contract. The city council Tuesday agreed to let Mayor Dennis Estok seek bids for solid waste and recycling pickup.
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The Oregon-Davis School Corporation could be adding a new administrative-level position. The school board Monday agreed to advertise for a new director of student services and operations.
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The Knox City Council will consider a policy for electronic fund transfers and online banking tonight. The proposed resolution would let the clerk-treasurer make certain payments like payroll and bond payments through Automatic Clearing House transactions, along with online transfers.
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Winamac’s new town marshal is planning some new initiatives and new equipment for the police department. In an update to the town council earlier this month, Tyler Campbell said one new program is the Super Citizen Award to recognize local kids who go above and beyond.
Continue readingWith the school year coming to an end, Oregon-Davis officials will be turning their attention to 2021-2022. The school board will consider next year’s high school course description guide and a reading curriculum tonight.
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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.
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Winamac’s Memorial Swinging Bridge Project has gotten another round of donations. Project organizers say Mill Creek Gardens recently donated $2,000 toward the decorative lighting feature, while Sue Haselby donated $1,000 in memory of her husband Brian (Fred) Haselby and his parents, Sam and Babe Haselby. The Monterey American Legion post recently chipped in $1,000, according to project organizer Greg Henry.
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Eastern Pulaski Elementary School’s furniture is getting an update after several decades. The school board last week approved the purchase of about $240,000 worth of new desks for students and teachers, at the recommendation of Superintendent Dara Chezem.
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The Town of Hamlet has taken action to fix a traffic safety issue near the new Dollar General store. The town council voted last week to place a stop sign on the eastbound U.S. 30 frontage road, officially 600 North, at its intersection with Starke Street.
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Knox officials continue working out kinks with the upgraded wastewater treatment plant. Wastewater Superintendent Jason Clemons told the board of works last month said he was still dealing with “little bugs and glitches,” like gas and other alarms that keep going off.
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A new program will be open to high school students at the Culver Community School Corporation.
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The Food Finders Food Bank Mobile Pantry will be visiting Francesville tomorrow, May 21. A drive-through distribution will be held at the Francesville Apostolic Christian Church at 210 U.S. 421, starting at 11:00 a.m. EDT.
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The North Judson Utility Department will have some flexibility when it comes to paying part-time or seasonal workers. A salary ordinance amendment approved by the town council Monday lets the department pay up to $15 an hour for up to 40 hours per week.
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The North Judson-San Pierre Junior/Senior High School principal is stepping down. Jim Polite’s resignation was accepted by the school board Tuesday. Superintendent Dr. Annette Zupin said he’s taken a position closer to home.
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The Knox Community School Corporation will once again offer free meals for pickup this summer. Five days of breakfast and lunch will be provided for Knox youth 18 and younger, according to a Knox Community Schools Facebook post. Distribution will take place each Monday from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at Knox Middle School, from June 7 to July 28.
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This year’s Knox Movies in the Park series kicks off next Wednesday, May 26. Mayor Dennis Estok says “Toy Story 4” will be shown at the Wythogan Park performance stage at 8:30 and then followed by a late Brendan Fraser movie.
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A system allowing school officials to collect unpaid debt by intercepting state income tax refunds will be up for the North Judson-San Pierre School Board’s approval tonight. Board members will vote on joining the Tax Refund Exchange and Compliance System, after generally agreeing to move ahead last month.
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