The Knox City Council made an appointment to the Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) during their meeting Tuesday.
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Knox Council Holds Off on Final Approval of Solar Farm Standards after Developer Requests Adjustments
The Knox City Council will hold off on final approval of new solar farm standards, until some adjustments can be considered. Under the ordinance presented during Tuesday’s meeting, commercial solar energy systems within the city’s zoning jurisdiction would have to be located in an agricultural zone, at least 200 feet away from any homes, 100 feet from roads, and 50 feet from neighboring properties.
Continue readingKnox Officials Review Bids for Trash and Recycling Pickup
The City of Knox may be able to save some money by switching trash pickup companies. Republic Services’ bid for solid waste and recycling services came in significantly lower than the one from the city’s current contractor, Waste Management.
Continue readingMetz Appointed to Knox BZA
A longstanding vacancy on the Knox Board of Zoning Appeals was filled by the city council last week. M. David Metz III was appointed to the BZA at the recommendation of Council President Jeff Berg.
Continue readingKnox Council to Hold Blight Clearance Hearing, Make Arrangements for American Rescue Plan Funds
The Knox City Council will take some preliminary steps tonight to spend the latest round of federal COVID-19 relief. Council members will discuss measures to create a separate fund for the $740,000 the city expects to get from the American Rescue Plan Act and proceed with working on a plan for how to spend it.
Continue readingKnox Council Approves $10,000 Match for COVID-19 Response Grant
The City of Knox is taking steps to boost its chances of getting more COVID-19 relief for local businesses. The city council voted last week to allocate $10,000 in Economic Development Income Tax revenues as a local match for the city’s COVID-19 Response Program grant application.
Continue readingNew Knox Ordinance to Regulate Driveway Placement
The City of Knox is looking to have more control over the placement of driveways. The city council passed an ordinance Tuesday requiring all new driveways in residential or commercial zones to be at least 12 feet away from the adjoining property line.
Continue readingStarke County Veterans Memorial Plaza Construction Nearing Completion
A community effort to honor Starke County’s veterans is now “in the final stretch.” Kathy Norem is a member of the Starke County Veterans Memorial project committee. She told WKVI’s Charlie Adams last week that the stones had been set, the flagpoles had been raised, the sidewalk was being poured, and the commemorative pavers were being installed.
Continue readingSeveral Elected Officials Unopposed Heading into Final Week of Candidate Filing
With less than a week left for candidates to file to run in the May primary, many incumbents remain unopposed. As of Friday afternoon, the only local contested race was for Knox clerk-treasurer. Colleen Hodge and Cyndi Mann-Kidder are vying for the Democratic Party nomination, according to the Starke County Clerk’s Office. Incumbent Jeff Houston is not seeking another term.
Continue readingFirst Day of Filing Ends with Three Candidates for Knox Offices
Three Democrats filed to run for office in the City of Knox on the first day of filing Wednesday. Mayor Dennis Estok and District 3 City Council Member Jeff V. Berg both filed for reelection, according to the Starke County Clerk’s Office, while Colleen A. Hodge filed to run for clerk-treasurer. Incumbent Jeff Houston is not seeking another term.
Continue readingKnox City Council Votes to Increase Volunteer Fire Department Pay
During the Knox City Council meeting last night, members considered a change to the Fire Protection Agreement between the City and the Knox-Center Township Volunteer Fire Department.
As things were, volunteer firefighters would receive $10 per call, regardless of the time spent at a location. Mayor Dennis Estok said that whether they’re there for five minutes or five hours and they would still only receive $10. After attending a meeting recently Mayor Estok saw a need for an adjustment. Continue reading
