The North Judson Town Council wants to explore its options before choosing a contractor for well rehabilitation work. Town Superintendent Joe Leszek told council members last week that Peerless Midwest has offered to make needed upgrades to Well 1 for a total cost of over $15,000.
Continue readingNorth Judson Council Approves Almost $124,000 in 2019 Additional Appropriations
We may be several weeks into 2020, but the North Judson Town Council is still adding spending permission to the town’s 2019 budget. Almost $124,000 in 2019 additional appropriations was approved during last week’s meeting.
Continue readingNorth Judson Town Council Approves Wastewater Project Change Orders
North Judson’s wastewater project is expanding slightly. The town council approved a pair of change orders last week.
Continue readingNorth Judson Police to Host Women’s Self-Defense Class and Freezin’ for a Reason Next Weekend
The North Judson Police Department is offering another women’s self-defense class next Saturday. It will include a refresher from the last class, along with more in-depth, scenario-based training, according to the department’s Facebook page.
Continue readingNorth Judson-Wayne Township Fire Department Purchases Light Rescue Truck
The North Judson-Wayne Township Volunteer Fire Department will soon replace one of its trucks. Fire Chief Joe Leszek told the town council Monday that the department was able to buy a 2011 International light rescue vehicle, with funding from the township as well as a department fundraiser.
Continue readingNorth Judson Town Council Approves Payment for Police Department Software
The North Judson Town Council took action last week to make sure town police officers can communicate with dispatchers and other agencies. Council members approved the department’s annual payment for the InterAct Public Safety System.
Continue readingHoosier Valley Railroad Museum President Promises to Improve Communication with Town
The Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum’s newly-elected president is looking forward to working with the Town of North Judson. Todd Flanigan introduced himself to the town council last week. He explained that he’s been a member of the museum since 1995, served on its board of directors, and also served as president in the past.
Continue readingCommonwealth Engineers to Conduct Free Water Audit, Validation for North Judson
The Town of North Judson will have a required audit of its water infrastructure completed at no cost. The Indiana Finance Authority is now asking utilities to have a water loss audit done each year and get it validated every two years, according to Sarah Prizio with Commonwealth Engineers.
Continue readingNorth Judson Town Council Discusses Potential Change to Election Cycle
A bill for almost $11,000 has prompted the North Judson Town Council to consider changing the town’s election cycle. The bill for last November’s town election was eventually forgiven by the Starke County Council, but during Monday’s town council meeting, Council Member Josh Brown said the county might not be willing to do that in the future.
Continue readingNorth Judson Council Approves Grant Application for Franklin and Main Street Paving
The North Judson Town Council continues making arrangements to repave Franklin and Main streets, once sewer work wraps up there. Council members voted Monday to apply for a Community Crossings grant. It would cover 75 percent of the $196,000 estimated cost.
Continue readingNJ Deputy Clerk Informs Town Council about Planter Options, Leans Toward Self-Watering Option
In order to spruce up the downtown area and various spots around town, North Judson officials are looking into the possibility of getting some decorative planters.
Continue readingNJ Officials Consider Using Community Crossings Funds for Roadwork Expected to Follow Sewer Separation Project
North Judson Town Council members were recently informed about a way they could obtain some additional funding and move some money around with during the ongoing Wastewater Treatment Plant and Combined Sewer Overflow project.
Continue readingNJ Officials Alerted About Funds Available for Future Expenses Related to Engineering Services for Water System
Commonwealth Engineer Intern Sarah Prizio recently informed North Judson Town Council members about some additional funds that will be available for future use.
She noted that as Commonwealth reps were finishing up the Town’s asset management plan, it was discovered that they’re about $20,000 under budget for inspection services.
Continue readingNorth Judson Officials Introduced to New Commonwealth Business Development Rep
North Judson Town Council members were introduced to another point of contact from Commonwealth Engineers when members met last Monday.
Continue readingNorth Judson Town Council Approves Transfer Resolution
North Judson Town Council members approved a transfer resolution when they met last Monday.
Clerk-Treasurer Andrew Rowe informed the council that the resolution would allow him to move money around to balance out the 2019 budget.
Continue readingNorth Judson Town Council Makes Appointment to Railroad Committee
An appointment that was postponed during the North Judson Town Council’s first meeting of the year was addressed when members met last Monday.
Continue readingNorth Judson Town Council Considers Special Event Permit Request for Mint Festival
Mint Festival Organizer Donna Henry came before the North Judson Town Council with a special event permit request when members met Monday night.
Continue readingNorth Judson Town Marshal to Coordinate with Knox City Court on Unpaid Tickets
In order to ensure that individuals who refuse to pay ordinance violation fines will be held accountable, Town Marshal Kelly Fisher has been coordinating with Ordinance Officer Kerry Rust, Town Attorney Justin Schramm and officials from The City of Knox and its court system.
Continue readingTown and School Officials Welcome New North Judson-San Pierre SRO
North Judson Town Marshal Kelly Fisher provided Town Council members with a request related to the NJ-SP School Resource Officer Monday evening.
Continue readingNorth Judson Officials Request Forgiveness of Election Bill
Two members of the North Judson Town Council asked the Starke County Council members to forgive a bill sent by the Clerk’s Office for costs for the 2019 Municipal General Election.
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