The North Judson Town Council may consider an ordinance requiring garbage totes to be moved away from the street after trash collection. Continue reading
North Judson Fire Department to Buy Brush Truck
The North Judson-Wayne Township Fire Department is getting a new vehicle. A Ford F-350 is being purchased, to serve as the department’s new brush truck. Continue reading
North Judson Council Reorganizes, Selects Town Attorney
North Judson has a new town attorney. The town council approved a contract with attorney Justin Schramm. Continue reading
North Judson Fire Department to Complete Replacement of Turnout Gear
The North Judson-Wayne Township Fire Department continues to update its equipment. North Judson Clerk-Treasurer Alicia Collins says the department is encumbering money to 2017 to buy additional turnout gear. Continue reading
North Judson May Reapply for Community Center Grant in Future
North Judson may try again for grant funding for a planned community center. The project narrowly missed out on a Public Facilities Program grant from the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs. Continue reading
North Judson Town Attorney Steps Down
North Judson is looking for a new town attorney. Rachel Arndt has decided not to renew her contract with the town when it expires at the end of the year, citing increasing responsibilities at law firm Peterson Waggoner & Perkins. Continue reading
Options Available for Republic Services Customers in North Judson
North Judson residents continue to adjust to their new trash pickup provider. Clerk-Treasurer Alicia Collins says Republic Services has delivered 96-gallon garbage totes to all the town’s residents. Continue reading
North Judson Community Center Grant Denied
Funding for a planned North Judson-Wayne Township community center has been denied by the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs. Organizers were hoping to get a $500,000 Public Facilities Program grant to help cover the projected $840,000 cost. Continue reading
North Judson Proceeds with Legal Action Over Downtown Building
Legal action continues over a downtown North Judson building. The town sued the owners of 205 and 207 Lane Street, after town officials determined the owners did not make the required repairs to bring the building up to safety standards. Continue reading
North Judson to Save Money with Health Insurance Switch
The Town of North Judson expects to save about $8,000 next year on employee health insurance costs. The town council voted to switch from Anthem to UnitedHealthcare, while staying with broker John Howard. Continue reading
New Garbage Company Means Changes for North Judson Trash Pickup
North Judson residents have some new procedures when it comes to garbage pickup. Starting this week, Republic Services is taking over trash pickup, according to North Judson Clerk-Treasurer Alicia Collins. Continue reading
North Judson Council Adopts 2017 Budget, Gets to Work on Salary Ordinance
The North Judson Town Council approved the town’s 2017 budget last week. It calls for a General Fund of $749,231; $10,000 for Local Road & Street; a $102,411 Motor Vehicle Highway Fund; and $25,420 for Parks. Continue reading
North Judson to Flush Hydrants Overnight
Hydrant flushing continues Monday night in North Judson. Clerk-Treasurer Alicia Collins says it’s scheduled to pick up again at 8:00 and wrap up by 4:00 Tuesday morning. Continue reading
North Judson Council Happy with Progress at Downtown Building
While the Town of North Judson is looking to crack down on unsafe buildings, the town council says it’s happy with the progress being made at one property. The owner of 214 Lane Street gave an update to the town council Monday. Continue reading
North Judson Alley Repairs Underway
Long-awaited alley repairs are now underway in North Judson. Clerk-Treasurer Alicia Collins says the project also involves sewer work within a section of alleyway between Sheridan Street to Hancock Street. Continue reading
North Judson Council Demands Cleanup of Jones Street Property
The North Judson Town Council continues to demand improvements on properties deemed unsafe. During Monday’s meeting, the owner of 302 Jones Street was given 30 days to clean up the property’s garage and yard areas. Continue reading
Community Center Donations Sought as Grant Deadline Looms
Donations continue rolling in for the proposed North Judson-Wayne Township Community Center. North Judson Clerk-Treasurer Alicia Collins says about $10,000 has been collected so far in monetary donations. Organizers’ goal is $20,000, in order to maximize points to increase the town’s chances of getting a grant from the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs. Continue reading
North Judson Making Progress on Unsafe Building, Railroad Lease Agreement
A few ongoing legal issues were discussed during Monday’s North Judson Town Council meeting. Town Attorney Rachel Arndt is taking steps concerning a downtown building the town believes is unsafe. Continue reading
North Judson Police Officer Recognized for Response to Park Vandalism
North Judson Police Officer Frank Thomas is being recognized for his efforts to investigate vandalism in the town park. During last week’s town council meeting, Town Marshal John Ramos commended Thomas for working on his own time to locate the individuals believed to be responsible. Continue reading
North Judson Council Approves Dump Truck Purchase
The Town of North Judson may be able to move ahead with alley repairs, following the replacement of the town’s dump truck. The town council last week voted to purchase a truck from Holt & Sons Truck Sales of Gardner, Illinois, according to Clerk-Treasurer Alicia Collins. The company buys used trucks and refurbishes them to customers’ specifications. Continue reading