The Town of Hamlet will once again contribute to the Knox fireworks display. The town council Wednesday approved a $150 donation for this year’s fireworks, according to Hamlet Clerk-Treasurer Kristina Pitts. That amount is unchanged from last year.
Hamlet’s Starke Street Rebuilding Project Continues
Hamlet’s Starke Street rehabilitation project continues. Clerk-Treasurer Kristina Pitts says the road remains closed, as paving contractor Walsh & Kelly rebuilds it from Plymouth Street north to U.S. 30. Pitts says she doesn’t have a specific timeline for when the work will be done.
Hamlet Zoning Board Considers Making Building Inspector a Paid Position
The Hamlet Zoning Board has reopened discussions about paying the town’s building inspector. Frank Lonigro says he’ll no longer do the job for free, according to Clerk-Treasurer Kristina Pitts. He first raised concerns during the board’s January meeting, but members wanted to look at restructuring the town’s permit fee structure before offering a pay rate.
Hamlet Officials Plan Bank Switch
The Town of Hamlet will soon be switching banks. “I don’t know how I’d do it, but I would like to switch to 1st Source,” Clerk-Treasurer Kristina Pitts told the town council last week. “A lot of switching around to do, but it would benefit the town.” A 1st Source Bank representative met with council members to discuss the change.
Hamlet Community Crossings Project to Begin Soon
Officials with the Town of Hamlet are waiting patiently for the Community Crossings project to begin.
Dates Set for Hamlet Town-Wide Yard Sale
The Town of Hamlet has announced the dates for its spring town-wide yard sale. It will be held Friday, May 4 and Saturday, May 5.
Hamlet Residents Reminded of Tuesday Trash Pickup
Hamlet officials are reminding residents that garbage is now being collected on Tuesday mornings. The change took effect at the beginning of this month, when the town switched from Republic Services to Local Affordable Disposal.
Hamlet Council Makes Funding Arrangements for Water Main Repair, Insurance Questions Remain
Whether or not Hamlet’s insurance will cover the cost of fixing a recent water main break was discussed during Wednesday’s town council meeting. The town has ended up with nearly $28,000 in repair bills from January’s water main break. It happened when Shoulder Bolts and a valve failed, according to Water and Street Superintendent Fred Rowe.
New Garbage Contractor Takes Over in Hamlet
The Town of Hamlet is ready for its new trash pickup provider. Local Affordable Disposal has completed the delivery of residents’ new garbage totes, and the company’s first garbage pickup day is Tuesday. “The transition has been very smooth,” Town Council President Dave Kesvormas reported Wednesday, “and we encourage any residents that have any issues to let us know immediately.” Town officials also reminded residents that large items will be collected the first Tuesday of each month.
Hamlet Budget Approved with Only One Cut
The Town of Hamlet’s 2018 budget has finally been approved by the Department of Local Government Finance. Clerk-Treasurer Kristina Pitts told the town council last week that the town got most of what it requested. “The only one that they cut us was Park, which was by $1,045,” she explained. Continue reading
Hamlet Zoning Board Continues Researching New Permit Fee Structure
The Hamlet Zoning Board continues to research the possibility of a new fee structure for building permits. During Wednesday’s meeting, Clerk-Treasurer Kristina Pitts gave board members copies of Starke County’s permits and suggested adopting a similar system.
Hamlet Zoning Board Looking into Permit Fee Updates
Hamlet’s building permit fees may soon be getting an update. Last week, the Hamlet Zoning Board discussed the possibility of overhauling the town’s building and zoning procedures.
Hamlet Council Approves 2018 Salary Ordinance, Water and Sewer Budgets
The Hamlet Town Council approved the town’s 2018 salary ordinance last week. Clerk-Treasurer Kristina Pitts said no changes are planned, until the town’s budget is finalized by the state.
Hamlet Announces Decorating Contest Winners
The winners of Hamlet’s 2017 holiday decorating contest have been announced.
Yellowstone Trail Fest May Set Up Beer Garden in Hamlet Town Park
The Yellowstone Trail Fest will be able to add a beer garden to next year’s festival. Back in October, organizers approached the Hamlet Town Council to ask about placing a beer garden in the town park.
Hamlet Schedules Decorating Contest, 2018 Town Holidays
Hamlet residents have a week to get ready for this year’s decorating contest. Judging will take place Saturday, December 23 between 7:00 and 8:00 p.m. Clerk-Treasurer Kristina Pitts announced the date of the contest during Wednesday’s town council meeting.
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.
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.
Financial Arrangements for Vehicle Purchases Approved by Hamlet Council
The Town of Hamlet is moving ahead with a few vehicle purchases. Last month, the town council approved the purchase of a 2018 Ford Police Interceptor Explorer Utility from Best Ford in Knox for just under $30,000. On Wednesday, council members passed a resolution formally approving the financing.
Starke County Sheriff’s Department Asks to Use Hamlet Gun Range for Firearms Training
Hamlet officials want some more information before agreeing to let the Starke County Sheriff’s Department use the indoor firing range at the town’s sewer plant. In a letter to town officials, Sheriff Bill Dulin offered to have his firearms instructors qualify the town’s police officers free of charge, in exchange for letting them use the range to qualify officers from other departments.
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