Pulaski County Commissioner Bud Krohn Jr. has resigned. In a letter filed Wednesday with the Pulaski County Clerk’s Office, Krohn said that due to health issues, he feels he is “unable to give the full effort required to effectively serve as Commissioner.” Continue reading
Pulaski County Commissioners to Consider CAFO Rezoning Request Monday
A decision on a confined animal feeding operation in rural Pulaski County may come as soon as Monday. Back in May, the Pulaski County Advisory Plan Commission recommended that the property at 300 South and 700 West be rezoned from General Agriculture to Intensive Agriculture. That would allow for the construction of four wean-to-finish pig production buildings.
Pulaski County Commissioners Respond to Concerns About Health Insurance Costs
The Pulaski County Commissioners say their decision to keep the same county health insurance provider will not have a negative impact on taxpayers. Earlier this month, the commissioners decided to stay with insurance company Cigna and local agent Dave Bennett, after several county employees said they were happy with their current coverage.
Pulaski County Building Inspector Reports Increase in Permits, in Spite of Fewer Large-Scale Projects
Pulaski County Commissioners Appoint IT Director, Aviation Board Member
Pulaski County has a new IT director. Matt Voltz was appointed by the county commissioners Monday to replace RB Walters, who resigned in March.
Pulaski County Household Hazardous Waste Day Tomorrow
Pulaski County residents can get rid of tires and household hazardous waste tomorrow morning. The Northwest Indiana Solid Waste District is hosting a collection event from 8:00 a.m. to noon at the Pulaski County Recycling and Transfer Station in Winamac.
Elevator Repairs Moving Ahead at Pulaski County Courthouse, Annex Building
Two Pulaski County government buildings should once again have working elevators next week. Continue reading
Future Uncertain for Trash-Filled Medaryville Property
Pulaski County Commissioners to Consider IT Director Appointment, Hear Department Reports
The Pulaski County Commissioners may appoint a new county IT director during this morning’s meeting. They interviewed candidates last month, but decided to hold off on making a choice during their July 3 meeting. Pulaski County’s first full-time IT director, RB Walters, resigned from the position at the end of March.
Pulaski County Commissioners Decide to Stay with Current Health Insurance Provider
Pulaski County Commissioners Approve Community Crossings Application
Pulaski County CDC Hopes to Free Up Funds for West Side Industrial Park Development
Pulaski County Farmers’ Market Hopes to Move Winamac Location Closer to Highway
Pulaski County to Explore Energy Efficiency Upgrades
Pulaski County CDC to Clarify Rezoning Procedures, As Commissioners Consider CAFO Proposal
As the Pulaski County Commissioners continue mulling over plans for a confined animal feeding operation, the Community Development Commission wants to make sure they have enough information to make an informed decision. Four wean-to-finish pig production buildings would be built near county roads 300 South and 700 West, under the proposal.
Falling Ceiling, Broken Elevator Create Challenges for Pulaski County Court Activities
Conditions at the Pulaski County Courthouse have led to some challenges for Circuit Court Judge Michael Shurn. A complaint about the courthouse has recently been filed with the Indiana Occupational Safety and Health Administration. Among other items, it calls for the county to repair a piece of falling ceiling in the courtroom.
Pulaski County Commissioners to Discuss Courtroom Issues, Consider IT Director Position
Pulaski County Commissioners Have Limited Time to Act on CAFO Rezoning Request
Plans for a confined animal feeding operation in rural Pulaski County remain up in the air, but a decision will be made one way or another by the end of this summer.
Bike and River Transportation Projects Moving Ahead in Pulaski County
Pulaski County’s efforts to create a system of bike routes are moving ahead. The project has been in the works for over a year, as part of the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs’ Hometown Collaboration Initiative. But progress was delayed, while the county waited for permission to run the bike routes on state highways.
Pulaski County Considering Copier Contract Buyouts
Pulaski County is hoping to cut costs by reevaluating its copier lease and maintenance agreements. Auditor Laura Wheeler told the county commissioners Monday that a lot of money is being spent on copiers, and she wanted to know how much a buyout would cost.