Pulaski County’s General Election ended with some incumbents unseated in tight races. Democrat Linda Powers lost her District 3 County Council seat to Republican Brian Young by a margin of 56-to-44 percent. Winamac Town Council Member Dan Vanaman lost his at-large seat by just five votes, coming behind fellow Republican Alvin Parish and Democratic challenger Dave Schambers.
Francesville Fire Department Tanker Truck in Need of Repairs
A Francesville fire truck may need up to $10,000 in repairs. Fire department officials told the town council last week that a flywheel on the tanker truck blew apart, according to Clerk-Treasurer Linda Bennett. Continue reading
Work Wrapping Up on Francesville’s New Quiet Space
The Francesville Town Park’s new quiet space is about 99-percent done, according to Clerk-Treasurer Linda Bennett. The new quiet space at the south end of the park features a bench, pergola, and landscaping, to create a serene environment. It was created with the help of a $10,000 grant from the Community Foundation of Pulaski County, along with several private donations.
Francesville Officials Seek Resolution to Wastewater Lagoon Issue
The Town of Francesville is having issues with its wastewater treatment lagoon. Clerk-Treasurer Linda Bennett says there’s a bow in the curtain wall. That’s been limiting the effectiveness of the dark-colored tiles designed to prevent the growth of algae.
Francesville Getting New Street Signs
New street signs will soon be going up in Francesville. Clerk-Treasurer Linda Bennett says it’s to comply with state standards that call for both capital and lower-case letters on street signs. She says the town has been buying the signs over the past couple years, and now the Street Department is getting ready to put them up.
Francesville Employees to Get 3.5-Percent Pay Raise
Some Francesville town employees will be getting a raise. The town council approved a 3.5-percent salary increase Monday, according to Clerk-Treasurer Linda Bennett. But she says the clerk-treasurer and sewer superintendent aren’t included.
Francesville Street Superintendent Working on 2018 Community Crossings Grant
The time has come for street department superintendents to begin putting together grant applications for INDOT’s Community Crossings program.
Francesville Town Council Establishes Board of Zoning Appeals
Now that a planning commission has been established in the Town of Francesville, the town council members formally approved the creation of a board of zoning appeals.
Francesville Sells Surplus Vehicles
Selling a couple surplus vehicles has brought in some extra money for the Town of Francesville. Clerk-Treasurer Linda Bennett says the old police car and tractor both sold for more than their minimum asking price, during an auction earlier this month.
Street Milling Begins in Francesville
Francesville’s summer road projects are getting underway. Clerk-Treasurer Linda Bennett says milling has been taking place this week on South Market Street and South Brooks Street, which are set to be redone this year.
Francesville Council Moves Closer to Establishing Plan Commission, As Wind Turbine Discussions Continue
A wind energy developer discussed its plans for Pulaski County operations with local officials Tuesday. Among those was Francesville Clerk-Treasurer Linda Bennett. “Well, it was a little over two hours,” she says. “There were a lot of questions asked, a lot of answers given. Of course, you don’t know exactly. I mean, you would hope that they are being truthful with you.”
Pulaski County to Hire Attorney to Help Update Wind Turbine Regulations
The Pulaski County Commissioners have agreed to hire an outside attorney to help update the county’s wind turbine regulations, but not before discussing the issue with residents for over an hour Monday. The extra legal help was recommended by County Attorney Kevin Tankersley and Community Development Commission Executive Director Nathan Origer.
Pulaski County BZA, Plan Commission to Meet Tonight
Several residents are anticipated to attend the Pulaski County Board of Zoning Appeals and Plan Commission meetings tonight to gather more information on wind turbine discussions.
Francesville Police Vehicle to Get New Radar System
The newly-purchased police vehicle for the Francesville Police Department will soon be outfitted with a new radar system.
Francesville Clerk-Treasurer Linda Bennett said new decals are being put on the new 2018 Dodge pickup and a new radar system will be ordered. Town Marshal Doug Lee said he is seeking quotes to update the radar system for the new truck. The current system is outdated.
