North Judson will not be buying its own electronic speed signs, despite some residents’ claims that they would improve safety. Town Marshal Kelly Fisher presented a few options to the town council last week, ranging from $2,900 up to almost $5,500.
Continue readingNorth Judson officials are working to confirm INDOT’s plans for State Road 10, before replacing the fence around Pioneer Cemetery. Last month, the town council approved a quote for almost $32,000 from White Fencing to replace the current chain link fence, while upgrading the portion along State Road 10 to black aluminum. During Monday’s town council meeting, council member Matt Brewer said White was ready to start installation in a couple weeks.
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The North Judson Town Council will get updates tonight on plans for next year’s paving projects and the tree removal at Norwayne Field and the Town Park. Council members will also get their monthly update from Starke County Economic Development Foundation Executive Director Lisa Dan.
Continue readingThe North Judson Mint Festival Committee will be meeting July 15 to review this year’s event.
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The North Judson Town Council members reviewed three quotes to remove four trees in Norwayne Field and some stump grinding in the park.
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The North Judson Town Council members acted to suspend North Judson Town Marshal Kelly Fisher for a period of five days.
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The North Judson Town Council has signed off on the purchase of a $240,000 fire truck. Last week, council members agreed to let Fire Chief Joe Leszek sign the contract for a 2022 Freightliner tanker truck from McGinley Fire Apparatus.
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North Judson is expanding the hours of its splash pad. The town council agreed Monday to extend the hours to 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. until school starts August 11.
Continue readingNew apartment and townhome developments could soon be coming to North Judson. Kirt Verhagen is seeking zoning permission to build apartments at the southeast corner of State and George streets, along with townhomes on the southwest corner of Central and Keller avenues.
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The North Judson Town Council will consider potential paving projects for 2022 tonight. Mitch Hansel with Fleis and VandenBrink will discuss 2022 Community Crossings Matching Grant projects.
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North Judson residents who water their lawn during the month of June will get a little break on their utility bills. The town council passed an ordinance last week moving the “sprinkling allowance” period from July, August, and September to June, July, and August.
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An extension of the Erie Trail could soon secure a path all the way to LaCrosse, but more discussions are needed with the new owner of the Chesapeake and Indiana Railroad.
Continue readingThe North Judson-Wayne Township Volunteer fire department thinks it’s found its next tanker truck. Fire Chief Joe Leszek told the town council Monday that the department is leaning toward a 2022 Freightliner from McGinley Fire Apparatus for a cost of almost $240,000.
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Five veterans’ journey back to civilian life will take them through Starke County in the coming days, and members of the Prairie Trails Club are stepping up to welcome them. Warrior Expeditions is a nonprofit group that helps veterans transition away from their wartime experiences through an outdoor therapy program.
Continue readingNorth Judson businesses can start applying for more COVID-19 relief in the coming days. The town council signed off Monday on the applications for the small business grants North Judson is offering as part of the third phase of the state’s COVID-19 Response Program. Applications are due back to the town by Friday, July 2.
Continue readingA North Judson native continues pushing for more business development in town. Starke County Economic Development Foundation Executive Director Lisa Dan recently told the town council that Kirt Verhagen wants to bring a co-working space or maybe a popup store to North Judson.
Continue readingThe North Judson Utility Department will have some flexibility when it comes to paying part-time or seasonal workers. A salary ordinance amendment approved by the town council Monday lets the department pay up to $15 an hour for up to 40 hours per week.
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North Judson will dedicate its new splash pad on Memorial Day weekend. During Monday’s meeting, the town council scheduled a ribbon cutting for Saturday, May 29. No specific time was announced. The splash pad had a soft opening last fall.
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