The Starke County Park Board recently received updates from the Bass Lake Trailhead Committee as to where they are as far updating the Bass Lake Beach.
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Starke County Park Board Discusses Riparian Right-of-Way, Mooring Issues
The Starke County Park Board discussed regulations of the unauthorized mooring of vessels within the riparian right-of-way at the Bass Lake Beach at a recent meeting.
Continue readingStarke County Park Board Discusses Sunken Diving Platform
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The sunken diving platform at Bass Lake Beach was discussed at last month’s Starke County Park Board meeting.
Continue readingStarke County Park Board Discusses Bass Lake Beach and Campground Pricing, Amentities
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The Starke County Park Board discussed several aspects of Bass Lake Beach and looked at campground pricing and amenities compared to other campgrounds during their meeting last week.
Continue readingStarke County Community Foundation Presents $1,500 Grant for Bass Lake Kayak Rental
Funding for a Bass Lake Beach kayak rental was recently presented to the Starke County Park Board. Starke County Community Foundation Director of Development Jacque Ryan presented a giant check during last month’s park board meeting. “This grant specifically is for $1,500 for the kayaks and paddle boards for Bass Lake,” she said.
Continue readingStarke Park Board Requesting American Rescue Plan Money for Bass Lake Beach House
Federal COVID-19 money could bring a new beach house to Bass Lake. The Starke County Park Board wants the county council and commissioners to earmark $1 million of the county’s $4.4 million American Rescue Plan allocation for that purpose.
Continue readingStarke County Park Board Looking to Hire Temporary Summer Help for Bass Lake Beach
New attractions at the Bass Lake Beach will also bring a need for more staff. With a kayak rental being planned, Starke County Park Board Member Kathy Norem thinks it would be a good idea to have at least a couple temporary summer workers.
Continue readingStarke County Park Board Looking to Regulate Bass Lake Beach Food Trucks
The Starke County Park Board will more closely regulate food vendors at the Bass Lake Beach. Board members voted Tuesday to charge food trucks $20 per day and require a health permit and liability insurance.
Continue readingBass Lake Beach to Offer Kayak Rentals, Thanks to Community Foundation Grant
The Bass Lake Beach will soon offer kayak rentals. The Starke County Park Board Tuesday approved the purchase of six kayaks from Tractor Supply Company, thanks to a $1,500 grant from the Starke County Community Foundation.
Continue readingStarke Park Board Looking to Replenish Bass Lake Beach with Yellow River Sand
The Starke County Park Board is looking to improve the quality of the Bass Lake Beach. Board members recently agreed to request some of the sand removed during Yellow River improvements near Range Road. The only cost would be to pay the County Highway Department to transport the sand to the beach.
Continue readingStarke County Park Board to Discuss Bass Lake Beach Operations during Special Meeting
The operation of the Bass Lake Beach will be the topic of a special Starke County Park Board meeting tonight. Board members have been looking to discuss a path forward with Callahan Development, LLC, following the apparent death of its primary owner. The company has a lease on the county-owned park property until 2028.
Continue readingStarke County Park Board Approves Quote for Bass Lake Beach Erosion Control Work
The Starke County Park Board agreed last week to move ahead with an erosion control project at the Bass Lake Beach. Back in October, JD Excavating submitted the low quote for excavation work related to the installation of glacial stone, at a cost of $5,500. It does not include the cost of the stone itself.
Continue readingStarke County Commissioners to Hear Request for New Prosecutor’s Office Position
The Starke County Commissioners will consider a request for a new position in the Prosecutor’s Office this morning. The request is then expected to go to the county council tonight.
Continue readingStarke County Park Board to Discuss Bass Lake Operations, Project Tonight
The Bass Lake Beach will be discussed during tonight’s Starke County Park Board meeting. Board members are expected to discuss the operation of the beach, while Kathy Norem will give an update on a beach project. The park board will also consider hiring a paid secretary, who’d be responsible for meeting agendas and minutes, as well as updating the new website.
Continue readingIndiana Destination Development Corporation Denies Application for Yellow River Kayak Launch Funding
The Starke County Park Board will still move ahead with plans for a series of kayak launches along the Yellow River, even though its application for thousands of dollars in grant funding was unsuccessful. The board’s application for almost $70,000 from the Indiana Destination Development Corporation failed to make it to the finalist round, according to Starke County Highway Department Office Manager Mary Perren, who helped oversee the application.
Continue readingStarke County Park Board to Get Updates on Grant Applications Tonight
The Starke County Park Board will get updates on grant applications for Yellow River kayak launches and Bass Lake Beach improvements tonight. Megan Fisher with Porter-Starke Services will discuss a partnership opportunity with the park board and Ty Jones will discuss a Bass Lake bicycle ride.
Continue readingStarke County Park Board to Continue Discussing Kayak Launch Project Tonight
Efforts to add kayak launches along the Yellow River will continue to be discussed by the Starke County Park Board tonight. Board members will consider environmental permitting and get an update on the Destination Development Grant application.
Continue readingStarke County Park Board to Get Updates on Website, Veterans Memorial Tonight
The Starke County Park Board will get updates on its new website, kayak launch study, and Veterans Memorial project tonight. An update will also be given on a permit to add glacial stone along the Bass Lake shoreline. The Bass Lake Beach is on tonight’s agenda, as well.
Continue readingStarke County Residents Share Ideas for Spending Stellar Consolation Money
A county-wide art installation, more amenities at the Starke County Forest, and a relocated shelter at Wythogan Park were a few of the ideas Starke County residents had, when it comes to figuring out how Constellation of Starke should spend its $333,000. That’s the money the region was awarded by the state for being a finalist in last year’s Stellar Communities Designation Program.
Continue readingBass Lake Beach Manager Plans to Continue Repairing Gate House
Repairs to the Bass Lake Beach gate house may be complete this spring. It was seriously damaged more than two years ago, when a pickup truck reportedly crashed into it. But during last month’s Starke County Park Board meeting, Board Member Butch Gerstandt reported that parts of the building still weren’t painted, and the wood was falling apart.
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