The ADA-accessible ramp at the Pulaski County Courthouse is closed today (Monday, October 11) as utility work continues at the site.
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Pulaski County Council Approves First Step in Mammoth Solar Tax Abatement Process
Pulaski County officials are hopeful that revenues from the Mammoth Solar development could pay for much of the Justice Center and Courthouse projects, even though the developers are requesting the maximum possible tax abatement.
Continue readingWork on Pulaski County Justice Center Expansion Scheduled to Start in Coming Weeks
The Pulaski County Justice Center expansion project is expected to start in the next couple weeks, while the proposed courthouse renovation remains on hold.
Continue readingPulaski Commissioners to Get Updates on READI Program, Courthouse and Justice Center Projects
The Pulaski County Commissioners will get an update on the state’s READI program tonight. Regions made up of counties, cities, and towns can apply for up to $50 million to invest in quality of place and talent attraction.
Continue readingPulaski County Commissioners Open Bids for Justice Center Work
The proposed expansion and renovation of the Pulaski County Justice Center has drawn some interest from a number of potential contractors. The county commissioners Monday opened a total of 48 bids for 22 different project categories.
Continue readingPulaski Council Narrowly Approves First Reading of Revised Justice Center Bond Ordinance
The Pulaski County Justice Center project will be able to keep moving ahead, following action by the county council Monday. Council members passed a revised bond ordinance on first reading by a vote of four-to-three.
Continue readingPulaski Council, Commissioners to Discuss Justice Center Bond during Special Joint Session
Pulaski County’s proposed facilities upgrades will be up for discussion during a special joint county council and commissioners meeting tonight. Back in 2019, the commissioners chose a general path forward to renovate the historic courthouse and expand the Justice Center. But the courthouse portion of the work was largely put on the back burner earlier this year, when the commissioners decided to hold off on approving a construction manager contract.
Continue readingPulaski County Auditor Speaks Out Against Justice Center Bond
As Pulaski County solicits bids for its Justice Center project, some county officials are voicing their opposition. Auditor Laura Wheeler told the county council Monday that she wants no part of the project and asked to be taken off the bond ordinance.
Continue readingMore Courthouse Testing Results Shared with Pulaski County Commissioners
The proposed renovation of the Pulaski County Courthouse would have to deal with lead paint and mold, as well as asbestos. Project liaison Nathan Origer told the county commissioners last week that of the almost 300 samples taken, lead paint was detected in 83 of them.
Continue readingAsbestos Testing Results Shared with Pulaski County Commissioners
Testing has revealed the presence of asbestos in the Pulaski County Courthouse, but not as much as county officials may have expected. Courthouse project liaison Nathan Origer told the county commissioners that samples were taken from various locations inside and outside the historic building.
Continue readingJustice Center Bond Ordinance Presented to Pulaski County Council
Plans are moving ahead to issue bonds for the expansion of the Pulaski County Justice Center, while county officials continue discussing the planned renovation of the courthouse.
Continue readingPulaski County Commissioners Hold Off on Courthouse Construction Manager Contract
The Pulaski County Commissioners have approved a construction manager contract for the justice center expansion but decided to hold off before approving one for the courthouse renovation. The commissioners chose Tonn & Blank Construction for both projects back in January.
Continue readingTippy’s Loan Request to Be Considered by Pulaski County Commissioners Tonight
A Winamac restaurant’s request for more financial help from Pulaski County is expected to be considered by the county commissioners tonight. Tippy’s is requesting money through the county’s Revolving Loan Fund to help relocate the business, according to draft minutes from the February Community Development Commission meeting. The business is still paying off a similar loan from its last move.
Continue readingPulaski County Offices Will Likely Have to Relocate during Courthouse Renovation
The Pulaski County Courthouse renovation may be more disruptive to county offices than officials had hoped. Project liaison Nathan Origer told the county commissioners last week that it now appears that all of the courthouse offices will have to be relocated during construction, except for Circuit Court itself.
Continue readingPulaski County Council Considers Over $1 Million in Additional Appropriation Requests
Just a month into 2021, the Pulaski County Council is already considering more than a million dollars in additional appropriations. Many of those are additionals that were approved last year but weren’t entirely spent before December 31.
Continue readingPulaski Commissioners Choose Construction Manager for Courthouse, Justice Center Projects
The Pulaski County Courthouse renovation and Justice Center expansion projects have taken another step forward. The county commissioners Tuesday officially selected Tonn & Blank Construction to serve as construction manager for both projects.
Continue readingPulaski County Commissioners Could Choose Project Construction Manager Today
Pulaski County’s Courthouse renovation and Justice Center expansion projects could take another step forward this morning. The county commissioners will consider the hiring of a construction manager. The committees set up to review the proposals have recommended Tonn & Blank Construction for both projects, and the county council added its support last week.
Continue readingPulaski County Council Members Express Support for Project Construction Manager Recommendation
Pulaski County Council members are joining in recommending Tonn & Blank Construction to oversee the Courthouse renovation and Justice Center expansion projects, but not without a lengthy discussion on a proposed work release facility.
Continue readingNew Members to Take Seats on Pulaski County Council Tonight
The Pulaski County Council’s two newest members will take their seats for the first time tonight. Adam Loehmer and Tim Overmyer were elected last year, replacing Jay Sullivan and Scott Hinkle, who did not seek reelection.
Continue readingPulaski County Commissioners to Reorganize, Choose Construction Manager for Building Upgrades
The two new Pulaski County Commissioners will take their seats for the first time tonight. Maurice Loehmer and Charles Mellon took the oath of office last week, after winning last year’s elections. They’ll join returning Commissioner Mike McClure.
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