North Judson Town Council Approves Updated Fee Schedule Ordinance

An ordinance updating the Town of North Judson’s schedule of fees was brought before the council members for consideration Monday night.

The fee schedule was originally adjusted to include a gas-line inspection fee of $50, at the request of Building Inspector Jeff Abrams. Some additional changes were made to the document after Town Superintendent Marshall Horstman noted that the fees for the utility crew haven’t seen an update for many years. Continue reading

Lease Agreement Between the Town of North Judson and Fourway Computer Products to be Amended

North Judson Town Attorney Justin Schramm asked for some language to be added to a lease agreement between the Town and Fourway Computer Products during Monday night’s town council meeting.

At a previous meeting, the President of the company, Roland Houin, asked the council to consider upgrading the existing equipment installed on the town’s water tower next to Norwayne Field and removing any redundant or unutilized electronics to make better use of the space. Continue reading

NJ Town Council to Continue Discussion Over Potential Internet Upgrades

North Judson Town Council members will discuss a request submitted by Fourway Computer Products in a previous meeting when they meet tonight.

At a meeting in early June, members heard a proposal from the company about installing equipment on the town’s water tower for potential internet expansion and upgrades. Members will continue their discussion of that possibility this evening. Continue reading

Mint Festival Reviewed at North Judson Town Council Meeting

A brief synopsis of last weekend’s Mint Festival was given during Monday night’s North Judson Town Council meeting.

Event Organizer Donna Henry said though the weekend was pretty toasty, the festival was a success and there were no mishaps.

She took some time to thank the council, Town Superintendent Marshall Horstmann, Town Marshal Kelly Fisher and the officers with NJPD for their help with preparing, setting up and patrolling the event. Continue reading

North Judson Officials Plan to Attend Open House Celebrating the Upcoming One-Year Milestone of a Local Business

Outstanding Trade Exhibit Services, also known as OTES Signs and Graphics is coming up on their one year anniversary of being established in North Judson. Local officials intend to celebrate the company’s one-year milestone this week.

When the North Judson Town Council met Monday evening, Council President Wendy Hoppe reminded the members that an open house to celebrate the anniversary will be held at the business on Wednesday. Continue reading

The North Judson Town Council Meets Tonight

North Judson Town Council members will discuss this year’s Mint Festival when they meet tonight at 6:30 p.m. in North Judson Town Hall.

Department heads will report on any relevant updates and there will be time set aside for guest recognition and any additional business deemed necessary by the council.

Additionally, Clerk-Treasurer Andrew Rowe, Vice President John Rowe and Council members James Young and Jane Ellen Felchuck attended a meeting at the Starke County Economic Development Foundation on Thursday. Continue reading

NJ Officials Wait to See Results of County’s UTV Ordinance Before Considering Any Policy Changes

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Before considering amendments to the town’s existing golf cart policy, North Judson Officials are waiting to see how Starke County’s new UTV ordinance fares in the summer season.

Clerk-Treasurer Andrew Rowe explained that there have been multiple inquiries made about the town’s golf cart policy and whether officials would be willing to add UTVs to the kinds of vehicles that would be permitted in town. Continue reading

Presentation Over Internet Upgrades Provided During North Judson Town Council Meeting

A presentation over possible internet upgrades was provided to North Judson Town Council members this week.

Clerk-Treasurer Andrew Rowe explained that N.I.T. Line, the company that town council members initially established an agreement with for internet services, was taken over by Fourway Computer Products.

When members met Monday night, they received a presentation from Fourway representative Roland Houin to inform them about what the company has to offer now that they’re providing services to the town. Continue reading

North Judson Clerk-Treasurer Meets with Members of the Prairie Trails Club to Discuss Sign Placement

North Judson Clerk-Treasurer Andrew Rowe has been coordinating with members of the Prairie Trails Club about sign placement.

Steve and Kathleen Lucas came before the Town Council in May and received permission to erect signage around town to alert people about the Erie Trail, as well as the major trails it is a part of. Continue reading

31-Year-Old Oversight Resolved at North Judson Town Council Meeting

The North Judson Town Council took one last step to address an unresolved request from the 1980’s during their meeting Monday night.

The “ordinance vacating an alley” passed on third and final reading. It relinquishes the town’s ownership of a 16-foot alley between Dahlke and Lyle Streets. The vacated alley will now be evenly divided between neighboring property owners. Continue reading

North Judson Town Council Members Discuss Potential Expansion at Highland Cemetery

North Judson Town Council members are considering what to do at Highland Cemetery now that space is becoming limited.

Clerk-Treasurer Andrew Rowe alerted council members last week that there are only about 12 to 20 grave spaces remaining at Highland Cemetery.

He noted that if they were to cross a highway or county road, a whole new cemetery would have to be established so they’re looking into the possibility of land acquisition. Continue reading