The North Judson Town Council may soon have a new member. According to officials in the Starke County Clerk’s Office, a Republican Party caucus is scheduled for this Thursday at 7 p.m. to choose a replacement for Nathan Bradley. Continue reading
North Judson Council Gathers Information on Infrastructure Projects, Utility Rates
The North Judson Town Council is a step closer to making a decision on potential water and wastewater upgrades. Vince Sommers with Commonwealth Engineers discussed a cost-savings analysis with council members last week. Continue reading
North Judson Cemetery Cleanup Starts Monday
Cleanup of North Judson’s Highland and Pioneer cemeteries will be taking place over the next week. The town’s asking residents to remove items by Monday, to make sure they won’t be broken. Continue reading
North Judson Council Member Resigns, Special Council Meeting Scheduled
The North Judson Town Council will soon have a new member, following the resignation of Nathan Bradley. Clerk-Treasurer Alicia Collins says Bradley is moving out of town, requiring him to give up his council seat. Continue reading
New Reserve and Part-Time Police Officers Introduced to North Judson Town Council
The Town of North Judson continues to beef up its police force. Continue reading
North Judson Council Approves Zoning Variance for Doctor’s Office
A doctor’s office will be able to move in at 701 West Talmer Avenue in North Judson, following action by the town council Monday. Clerk-Treasurer Alicia Collins says a zoning variance was approved, changing the designation from Single-Family Residential to Local Business. Continue reading
North Judson Council Considers Funding Options for Infrastructure Projects
The North Judson Town Council continues gathering information about how to pay for potential water and wastewater upgrades. Commonwealth Engineers is suggesting nearly $1.9 million in improvements to the town’s combined sewer overflow system and another $1.5 million for upgrades to the wastewater treatment plant. Water infrastructure upgrades are also planned. Continue reading
North Judson Alley Repairs Almost Done
Long-awaited alley repairs are nearing completion in North Judson. As of Monday, the alley project was about three-quarters of the way done, according to Town Superintendent Marshall Horstmann. Continue reading
North Judson Utility Projects May Lead to Big Rate Hike
The North Judson Town Council is trying to figure out how to pay for some much-needed utility projects, while minimizing the impact on utility rates. Representatives from Commonwealth Engineers and accounting firm Umbaugh and Associates met with the council Monday to discuss the projects and possible funding options. Continue reading
North Judson Council Reestablishes Cumulative Capital Development Fund
North Judson residents will soon see a bit of a tax increase. The town council voted Monday to reestablish the town’s cumulative capital development fund at 0.05 percent. Continue reading
North Judson Council to Consider Cumulative Capital Development Fund, Demolition Bid
North Judson residents will have the chance to weigh in on a proposed tax increase during tonight’s town council meeting. A public hearing is scheduled on the reestablishment of the town’s cumulative capital development fund. Continue reading
North Judson Accepts Demolition Bids for Downtown Building
Plans are moving ahead for the demolition of a Downtown North Judson building. Continue reading
North Judson Police Department Adds Part-Time and Reserve Officers
The Town of North Judson is boosting its police force. The town council approved the hiring of four part-time employees and three reserve officers Monday, according to Clerk-Treasurer Alicia Collins. Continue reading
North Judson Looking for Demolition, Mowing Contractors
The Town of North Judson is moving ahead with the demolition of a downtown building, but so far no one has expressed interest in doing the work. Town officials decided to tear down the building at 205 and 207 Lane Street after they determined the owners did not make the required repairs to bring the building up to safety standards. Continue reading
North Judson Utility Department Receives IPEP Grants for Equipment Purchases
The Town of North Judson has gotten some new equipment that will help keep town employees safe, thanks to a grant from the Indiana Public Employers’ Plan. Continue reading
North Judson Council to Consider Cumulative Capital Development Fund Reestablishment
North Judson residents may soon see a bit of a tax increase. The town council is working with accounting firm Umbaugh and Associates to reestablish a cumulative capital development fund. Continue reading
North Judson Council Seeks Input on Curbside Recycling
The Town of North Judson is asking residents whether or not they want curbside recycling pickup. On Monday, the town council heard a presentation from Republic Services about adding the service. The company already provides trash pickup for the town. Continue reading
Demolition Planned for Downtown North Judson Building
A dilapidated downtown North Judson building may soon be heading for demolition. The building at 205 and 207 Lane Street was found last year to have numerous safety violations, including a broken window, unsecured doors, falling debris, and roofing issues. Continue reading
North Judson in Need of Plan Commission Members
The Town of North Judson is looking for some new planning commission members. Continue reading
N.J.-S.P. School Board Vacancy Causes Confusion for School and Town Officials
The process of replacing a member of the North Judson-San Pierre School Board has led to confusion for both the board and the North Judson Town Council. The school board decided Tuesday to put off choosing a replacement for Mike Sharkozy until applicants can be re-interviewed in public. Continue reading