The Pulaski County Building Department now has its own vehicle, thanks to the County Sheriff’s Department. Continue reading
Pulaski Commissioners Approve Salt Shed Repairs, Pickup Truck Purchase for Highway Department
The Pulaski County Commissioners have selected a contractor to repair the highway department’s salt shed. On Monday, they chose Button Construction to do the work, which includes the installation of a metal roof. Continue reading
Pulaski County Expects Significant Water Savings, Following Jail Plumbing Upgrades
Pulaski County should see some significant savings in its water bill this year, thanks to recent plumbing upgrades at the jail. Choosing between the best types of excavator for a faster and high quality result. Continue reading
Pulaski County to Demolish Medaryville House with Blight Elimination Grant Funds
Pulaski County is getting its blight elimination efforts back up and running. Building Inspector Doug Hoover told the county commissioners Monday that grant funding is available from the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority to buy and tear down blighted buildings. Continue reading
Pulaski County May Consider Grant Funding for Courthouse Renovations
Pulaski County may be looking for grant funding to help pay for future courthouse renovations. Officials with the Indiana Division of Historic Preservation and Archaeology discussed potential state resources with the county council and commissioners Monday. They explained that dollar-for-dollar matching grants are available for up to $35,000 for planning purposes and up to $50,000 for actual renovation work. Continue reading
Pulaski Council and Commissioners to Discuss Courthouse Renovation with State Preservation Expert
Pulaski County will get some advice on its courthouse renovation effort from a state-level expert. David Duvall is a historical architect with the Indiana Division of Historic Preservation and Archaeology. He’s scheduled to give a presentation tonight to a joint session of the Pulaski County Council and Commissioners. Continue reading
Pulaski County Human Services Presents Annual Report to County Commissioners
Pulaski County Human Services is reviewing its accomplishments over the past year. Executive Director Jacki Frain presented an annual report to the county commissioners Monday. Continue reading
Pulaski County Jail to House Federal Inmates
Housing out-of-county prisoners continues to pay off for Pulaski County. Continue reading
Pulaski County Human Services Asks County to Reverse Budget Cut
Pulaski County Human Services is looking for a boost in county funding. 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 Commissioners Approve Contract for County Home Auction
The former Pleasant View Rest Home will likely go up for auction in June. The Pulaski County Commissioners finalized a contract Monday with realtor Dewain Davis. Continue reading
Pulaski County Commissioners Discuss Salt Shed Repairs
The Pulaski County Highway Department will need to make repairs to its salt storage building before next winter arrives. Superintendent Terry Ruff told the county commissioners Monday shingles are coming off of the building, and it is leaking in one corner. Continue reading
Pulaski County Commissioners Authorize EMS to Accept Credit Card Payments
Pulaski County EMS will soon be able to accept credit card payments for services rendered. Currently the county ambulance service can only accept cash and check payments from patients. Continue reading
Pulaski County Commissioners Approve County Home Sale
The final hurdle has been cleared in the sale of the former Pleasant View Rest Home in Pulaski County. The commissioners on Monday approved an ordinance authorizing the sale. It’s already been approved by the council. Continue reading
Pulaski County Commissioners Hire Contractor to Finish Courthouse Restrooms
The restrooms at the Pulaski County Courthouse should be in compliance with the federal Americans with Disabilities Act within the next two weeks. The county commissioners Monday approved a contract with White’s General Contracting to finish the project. Maintenance supervisor Jeff Johnston says three portable restrooms will be provided in the meanwhile, and notes one is ADA compliant. Continue reading
Pulaski County Commissioners Approve Tourism Advertising Campaign
The Pulaski County Commissioners yesterday approved a scaled-back tourism marketing campaign. CDC Executive Director Nathan P. Origer has clashed with the county executives for several weeks over their reluctance to purchase cable television advertising in the Chicago market. He started his presentation to the commissioners with an apology for storming out of their last meeting. Continue reading
Pulaski Commissioners to Consider Revised Tourism Advertising Proposal, Restroom Renovations
The Pulaski County Commissioners will once again revisit tourism advertising this morning. Last month, they rejected a proposal from the Community Development Commission to run commercials on Comcast cable systems in the Chicago area, as well as buy some online advertising. Continue reading
Pulaski County Considers Funding Options for West Side Industrial Park
Pulaski County continues to weigh its options when it comes to purchasing land for a rail-served industrial park on the county’s west side. Continue reading
Pulaski County Council Approves County Home Sale Ordinance
Planning continues for the eventual sale of the former Pleasant View Rest Home. Continue reading
Pulaski County Council Approves Funding for Courthouse Restroom Accessibility Upgrades
Pulaski County is moving ahead with accessibility upgrades to the courthouse restrooms. Continue reading
