North Judson Town Marshal Kelly Fisher will be making a bit more money than her predecessor. The town council approved a salary ordinance amendment last week, raising Fisher’s annual salary to $50,000.
Demolition Begins on Partially Collapsed Downtown North Judson Building
The demolition of a Downtown North Judson building has finally begun. Crews began tearing down the structure at 205 and 207 Lane Street Monday morning, according to North Judson Clerk-Treasurer Alicia Collins.
North Judson Town Council to Meet in Special Morning Session
The North Judson Town Council will meet in special session this morning.
An executive session is set for 7 a.m. with a special meeting at 7:30 a.m. to sign a contract for asbestos removal to proceed with the demolition of 205 and 207 Lane Street. The council members are also expected to amend the salary ordinance.
The North Judson Town Council will meet in the town hall building.
North Judson Council Hears Complaints About Cemetery Mowing
Unmowed grass at Highland Cemetery has led to a complaint to the North Judson Town Council. During last week’s meeting, one resident said the condition of the cemetery was a disgrace and asked council members to fix the problem.
Attorney’s Fees Adding Up in North Judson Railroad Dispute
Legal costs continue to add up for North Judson in the dispute over the town’s short line railroad. The town is paying several thousand dollars a month to Chicago-based railroad regulatory attorney Thomas McFarland to help deal with two ongoing lawsuits.
North Judson Town Council Approves Phone Upgrades, Discusses Website Plans
The Town of North Judson is looking to save some money by upgrading its phone system. Last week, the town council approved a proposal from IT company Datacrates to install an Internet-based phone system.
North Judson Council Accepts Property Donation for High School Memorial
Plans to mark the site of the old North Judson High School are moving ahead. A group of volunteers has been working for the past year and a half to construct a memorial where the school used to stand on Keller Avenue.
North Judson Compliance Officer Gets to Work, Pay Raise Approved for Part-Time Police Officers
North Judson’s new compliance officer is getting to work. Joe Leszek was selected earlier this month to fill the part-time position. Town Marshal Kelly Fisher told the town council Monday that Leszek has been working on addressing issues at 202 Lane Street.
North Judson Council Decides Not to Revise Golf Cart Ordinance
North Judson Town Council Updated on 205 and 207 Lane Street Demolition Process
Demolition plans for a partially collapsed Downtown North Judson building are being finalized by the town council. A contract with Dirt Works Excavating is complete, and Town Attorney Justin Schramm presented it to council members for their signatures Monday. Continue reading
North Judson Council Requests Petition, Before Moving Ahead with Urban Chicken Ordinance
The North Judson Town Council is willing to consider an urban chicken ordinance, but first, they’re asking for a petition with 300 residents’ signatures. Council member John Rowe proposed the petition Monday, to gauge the amount of support that exists out in the community and not just among people showing up at council meetings. Continue reading
North Judson Town Council to Continue Discussing Animal Ordinance
North Judson’s animal ordinance will continue to be discussed during tonight’s town council meeting. Council members recently decided to enforce the ordinance more strictly, following complaints about chickens and other animals.
North Judson Town Council Chooses Demolition Contractor for Partially Collapsed Building
A partially collapsed downtown North Judson building may finally be demolished in the next couple weeks. The town council Monday chose Dirt Works Excavating of Knox to tear down the building at 205 and 207 Lane Street, according to Clerk-Treasurer Alicia Collins.
North Judson Council Selects Contractor for 2018 Paving Projects
The North Judson Town Council has chosen a paving contractor, but the work won’t actually be done until next year. Last week, the town council accepted a quote from Boyd Asphalt of Valparaiso for just under $167,000. That’s about $16,000 cheaper than the other quote, submitted by Town & Country Paving.
North Judson Marshal Recognizes Police Officers, Reviews Applications for Compliance Officer
A new town marshal in North Judson will also mean a promotion for one of the town’s police officers. Frank Thomas has been promoted to chief deputy.
North Judson Council to Meet Monday to Open Demolition Bids for Partially Collapsed Building
The Town of North Judson will make a third attempt at hiring someone to tear down a partially collapsed downtown building. Demolition bids for 205 and 207 Lane Street are due by 3:30 this afternoon. They will be opened during a special meeting of the town council Monday morning at 7:00.
North Judson Council Votes to Proceed with Water Infrastructure Upgrades
The North Judson Town Council is taking steps to upgrade the town’s water infrastructure. Council members voted Monday to proceed with a plan to rehabilitate the two water towers, add a well, and upgrade the existing well pumps, among other improvements.
Chicken Supporters Meet with North Judson Town Council, As Animal Ordinance Review Continues
North Judson’s chickens will be allowed to stay for at least a while longer, as the town continues to review its animal ordinance. Residents filled North Judson Town Hall Monday, as chicken owner Sarah Burkett spoke out against the town council’s decision to more strictly enforce the ordinance. It currently prohibits residents from keeping chickens and other farm animals.
North Judson Council Discusses Financing Options for Water, Wastewater Upgrades
The North Judson Town Council has taken the first step toward upgrading the town’s wastewater infrastructure.
Fisher Sworn In as North Judson Town Marshal
North Judson’s new town marshal officially took over this week. Kelly Fisher was sworn in by Clerk-Treasurer Alicia Collins, during a special town council meeting Tuesday morning. Fisher previously served 18 years as a deputy with the Starke County Sheriff’s Office.
