The Culver Community School Board members are expected to adopt the 2022 budget when they meet tonight. A resolution concerning appropriations and tax rates will also be considered for adoption.
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North Judson may soon be revising its purchasing policy for town employees. Clerk-Treasurer Andrew Rowe told the town council last month that the State Board of Accounts wants the town to clearly specify the thresholds that would require multiple quotes or a formal bidding process.
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The Culver Town Council members opened a public hearing last week on the proposed 2022 budget.
Continue readingThe Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles will temporarily close eight branches in the month of October as the entity continues to experience staff shortages. Plymouth is one of those branches, along with West Lafayette, North Meridian in Indianapolis, Midtown in Indianapolis, Tipton, Brazil, Danville, and New Albany. The Sullivan branch will adjust its hours to operate Tuesdays and Thursdays in October.
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The Pulaski County Commissioners have chosen the more expensive option for repairing one of the EMS Department’s ambulances. Rather than spending less than $13,000 just to fix the head gaskets, they approved EMS Director Brandon DeLorenzo’s recommendation to replace the entire engine for about $20,000.
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The Knox Community School Corporation’s 2022 budget could result in lower property taxes, according to Superintendent Dr. William Reichhart. “We have $2,399,849 to Debt Service, which is a reduction,” he explains. “So taxpayers should see a reduction on Debt Services on their tax bills.”
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The Winamac Park Board is checking off the final items from its Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant. The new basketball hoops at the Town Park have been installed, but a disc golf course may have to wait, according to town manager and park board member Brad Zellers.
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No comments were offered during last week’s public hearing on North Judson’s 2022 budget proposal. It totals just over $2 million, including a General Fund of almost $954,000.
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The Culver Town Council members approved a proclamation Tuesday night that recognizes October 3-9 as National Fire Prevention Week.
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The application period for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is now open.
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Another 22 people in Starke County have been diagnosed with COVID-19, according to Friday’s update from the Indiana Department of Health. There were 14 more people in Marshall County and five more people in Pulaski County who were also diagnosed with COVID-19. They are among 3,218 new positive cases in the state.
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Two housing developments have gotten zoning approval from the North Judson Town Council. Developer Kirt Verhagen told council members last week that the first phase would add duplexes to the southeast corner of State and George streets, facing the Town Park.
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The Starke County Sheriff’s Office is hosting a day of fall activities for the entire family tomorrow. Jail Warden Phill Cherry says the Starke County Justice Center Fall-Oween Fest is back, after it was put on hold last year due to COVID-19.
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A barbeque contest, live music, and a cornhole tournament are coming to Downtown Knox tomorrow. Knoxtoberfest takes place from noon to 10:00 p.m., Mayor Dennis Estok told the city council Tuesday.
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The Pulaski County Commissioners have approved another pair of change orders for the Justice Center project. This time, workers encountered some unexpected underground obstacles, according to project liaison Nathan Origer.
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Indiana’s public health emergency has been extended through the end of October. Governor Holcomb renewed the emergency declaration for a 19th time in an executive order Thursday.
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Several more residents in the tri-county area have tested positive with COVID-19, according to Thursday’s report from the Indiana Department of Health. There were 29 new cases in Marshall County, 12 new cases in Starke County and eight new cases in Pulaski County.
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Many SNAP participants will soon see a slight increase in benefits, but state officials warn that it may not be as big as some are expecting.
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The Food Bank of Northern Indiana will be back in Knox tomorrow, October 1. HealthLinc is sponsoring a drive-through food distribution from noon to 2:00 p.m. CDT, according to the food bank’s website. It will be held at HealthLinc at 104 East Culver Road.
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