The Ordinance regulating snow emergency procedures in the City of Knox was officially amended last Tuesday. Continue reading
Knox Mayor’s Office Reminds Residents to Renew Dog Tags and Golf Cart Registration
The Knox Mayor’s Office recently sent out a few important reminders that citizens should be aware of in order to stay in compliance with city policies.
Continue readingAmended Parking Policy Adopted by Knox City Council
Some changes to the parking policy in the City of Knox were made official this week.
One of the major differences that citizens will notice is the new fee associated with parking violations.
Continue readingKnox Clerk-Treasurer Permitted to Write-Off Outstanding and Unpaid Checks
Knox City Council members provided Clerk-Treasurer Jeff Houston with permission to write off the city’s outstanding and unpaid checks when they met Tuesday night.
Continue readingKnox Mayor Announces Date for Pop-Up Store Ribbon Cutting and Open House
The City of Knox will soon be providing a space to give local businesses a chance to grow.
Mayor Dennis Estok told council members Tuesday night that a ribbon cutting ceremony and open house for the new “Pop-Up Store” at 10 S. Main Street will take place at 12 p.m. on Saturday, March 16th.
Continue readingKnox City Council Meets Tonight
Knox City Council members will consider some amendments to snow emergency procedures and parking policies when they meet tonight.
Continue readingKnox Officials Consider How to Better Educate Residents About Proper Cold Weather House Care
When record-low temperatures struck at the end of January and beginning of this month utility crews responded to more than 20 calls of pipes freezing up within the City of Knox.
Continue readingKnox City Council Considers Penalty Changes for Various Parking Violations
Knox City Council members considered some changes to penalties associated with street sweeping and parking near a school when they met Tuesday night.
Continue readingKnox City Council Considers Changes to Snow Emergency Policy
Knox City Council members considered some potential changes to the city’s snow emergency policy when they met on Tuesday.
Continue readingKnox City Council Meets Tonight
An ordinance related to the snow and street sweeping routes in the City of Knox will be discussed during tonight’s city council meeting.
Continue readingKnox Mayor Proposes Hiring Engineer for Parking Lot Project at Wythogan Park
The possibility of hiring outside help for a future parking lot project at Wythogan Park was discussed by Mayor Dennis Estok during the last Knox City Council meeting.
Continue readingKnox City Officials Seek DNR Funds for Upgrades at Sandy Acres
A potential project at Sandy Acres Park in has city officials seeking funds from the Department of Natural Resources.
While discussing some possible upcoming projects at last week’s city council meeting, Mayor Dennis Estok shared that City Attorney and Park Board President Autumn Ferch has been working on a grant to submit to the DNR.
If awarded, the funds would be used in order to help cover the cost of upgrading some of the amenities at Sandy Acres, the city park located near U.S. 35 and Veteran’s Parkway.
Estok mentioned some of the additions that they’re looking into, “New restrooms,new shelter,
Estok noted that since the grant money hasn’t come in yet, these are all just preliminary ideas that are being considered. However, the estimated cost of the project, including lighting, would be around $150,000 – $170,000.
The Mayor mentioned that they’re going after a 50/50 grant. He said since it is not in the Park Board’s budget, the City would need to come up with half of the money to cover the upgrades. He added that it could likely be feasibly split up between a few different accounts such as the River Boat and CEDIT funds.
Knox Mayor Covers Potential TIF District Extension With City Council
Knox Mayor Dennis Estok shared plans to potentially expand the Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Districts in the City of Knox during Tuesday night’s City Council meeting.
Continue readingKnox City Council Discusses Starke County Tax Abatements
Knox Clerk-Treasurer Jeff Houston provided a summary about Starke County businesses who are currently receiving tax abatements when city council members met Tuesday night.
Continue readingBusiness Spotlight Feature Included on Electronic Message Board in Knox
The business spotlight feature that appears on the electronic message board in the City of Knox was discussed during this week’s council meeting.
Continue readingKnox City Council Updated on Redevelopment Commission Main Street Project
Knox City Council members received an update about the Redevelopment Commission Pilot Project when they met this week.
As previously reported, the Redevelopment Commission purchased the building at 10 South Main Street with the goal of revitalizing the downtown area and assisting local businesses.
Continue readingKnox City Council Meets Tonight
The digital message board in the City of Knox now has a business spotlight feature. The specifics behind the initiative may be covered in greater detail during tonight’s City Council meeting.
Continue readingVolunteers Needed for Future Special Events in the City of Knox
If you’re interested in playing a part in any of the special events the City of Knox has planned in 2019, you’re in luck. Knox Mayor Dennis Estok announced on Tuesday that there is a need for volunteers for future events.
Continue reading2019 Mayoral Appointments Addressed at Knox City Council Meeting
Mayoral appointments were addressed during Tuesday night’s Knox City Council meeting.
Continue readingKnox City Council Amends Salary Ordinance to Account for School Resource Officer
Knox City Council members amended the Salary Ordinance for 2019 in order to account for a new School Resource Officer position.
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