Pulaski County is looking to keep a closer eye on some of its bank accounts. Auditor Laura Wheeler told the county council Wednesday that most county bank accounts are supposed to be under the jurisdiction of the treasurer, with all transactions being handled by the auditor. However, some departments have apparently set up their own independent accounts. Continue reading
Pulaski County Commissioners Plan to Revisit Employee Comp Time Policy
It may soon be easier for Pulaski County employees to use their comp time for needed medical procedures. The issue came up during Monday’s county commissioners meeting. It was learned that an employee in the Assessor’s Office is scheduled to have a knee replacement in January and planned to use 42 hours of comp time that she’d accumulated.
Pulaski County Commissioners Renew Contract with County Attorney Kevin Tankersley
Tippy’s Expansion Plans May Get Financial Support from Pulaski County Revolving Loan Fund
A Winamac restaurant is eyeing a larger space, and it’s asking Pulaski County to help finance the move. Tippy’s is planning to move about a block west to 123 North Market Street. The business plans to buy the space that formerly housed a dime store and more recently H & R Block.
Pulaski County Commissioners to Meet This Morning
The Pulaski County Commissioners will hold their regular meeting this morning. Recently, they’ve been considering whether to renew their contract with attorney Kevin Tankersley.
Pulaski County Council Finalizes Employee Handbook Updates
A beefed-up drug testing policy and a few other updates to Pulaski County’s employee handbook will soon be able to take effect. The updated policies were approved by the county council Monday, following the county commissioners’ approval last week.
Pulaski County Commissioners to Meet for First Time Since Selection of New Member
The Pulaski County Commissioners will meet tonight for the first time since Mike McClure was added to the board. He was chosen during a Republican Party caucus last week to fill the remainder of Bud Krohn Jr.’s term.
Lower Speed Limit Requested on Pulaski County Road 600 West
A portion of Pulaski County Road 600 West may soon be getting a lower speed limit. Resident Karen Gourley requested the change during last week’s county commissioners meeting. Continue reading
Pulaski County Commissioners Hold Off on Renewing County Attorney’s Contract
Pulaski County Commissioners Deny CAFO Rezoning Request
A new confined hog feeding operation will not be coming to rural Pulaski County. The county commissioners voted Monday to deny a request to rezone a piece of property at 300 South and 700 West from General Agriculture to Intensive Agriculture. That would have allowed for the construction of four wean-to-finish pig production buildings.
Future Uncertain for Trash-Filled Medaryville Property
Confusion remains about who is responsible for cleaning up a garbage-filled Medaryville property. Robert Dahlquist died over two years ago, but town officials say various items remain in the backyard of his old home, including three trailers, seven vehicles, and an estimated 100 tires.
Pulaski County Council Continues Discussing Salary Matrix
The Pulaski County Council continues working on the county’s salary matrix. Recently, a question has come up about whether pay raises based on longevity should take effect in January or on the actual anniversary date of when that employee was hired.
Pulaski County Blight Elimination Efforts Continue, In Spite of Delays
Indiana Occupational Safety and Health Administration Requests Upgrades to Pulaski Courthouse
Pulaski County will have to make several upgrades to its courthouse, following complaints about working conditions in the building. County officials have already been busy making improvements since the county was sued last December for a lack of ADA compliance. Now, the Indiana Occupational Safety and Health Administration has gotten a complaint about seven specific issues in the courthouse.
Pulaski Commissioners to Consider Contracts for Coroner’s Office
The Pulaski County Coroner’s Office may have to wait a bit longer before it gets to move into a new space, so some formal arrangements are being made for temporary offices. The coroner’s office plans to move into the Winamac Municipal Utility Complex, once the town’s police department moves into its new station downtown. However, Chief Deputy Coroner Jon Frain told the Pulaski County Council and Commissioners last week the new space may not be ready until next year.
Garbage Remains at Medaryville Property, Two Years After Owner’s Death
A Medaryville man reportedly left behind large amounts of garbage at his home when he passed away over two years ago, with no heirs willing to claim it. Now, town officials are asking for advice from the Pulaski County Commissioners on what to do next. Continue reading
Pulaski County Searching for New IT Director, Following Resignation
Pulaski County is looking for a new IT director. RB Walters resigned from the position at the end of March. Continue reading
Pulaski County Commissioners Move Toward County Home Sale
Pulaski County officials are close to deciding how to dispose of the former Pleasant View Rest Home. CDC Executive Director Nathan P. Origer says the property has been split into two parcels to separate the actual home from the barn and REACT building, which are still used by the county. However, the new deeds reflecting the split have not yet been recorded. Continue reading
Pulaski County to Seek Advice of Preservationist on Courthouse Accessibility
Pulaski County is getting outside help to address accessibility issues at the courthouse. Continue reading
Pulaski County Clarifies Financial Arrangement Between Sheriff’s Department and Hospital
Pulaski County should save some money in the future, after learning that Pulaski Memorial Hospital has likely been overcharging the Sheriff’s Department for years. Continue reading
