Construction in the Pulaski County Courthouse has county officials offering alternatives for those who need to visit government offices. The basement entrance on the west side of the courthouse will be closed during the courthouse elevator replacement project, since it will be in the construction area.
Pulaski County Council Approves Budget Transfer to Help Cover Circuit Court Overtime Costs
Overtime costs continue to add up for Pulaski Circuit Court. The Pulaski County Council voted Monday to transfer $5,000 into the court’s overtime budget from the law books line item, at the request of Judge Michael Shurn. “Last week, a two-day jury trial morphed into a four-day one,” he explained. “And I was working 16-hour days, and my staff was real close to that.”
Pulaski County Officials Consider Upgrading Backup Power System at Justice Center
Recent power outages have revealed problems with the Pulaski County Justice Center’s battery backup system.
Pulaski County to Reactivate Security Committee, Following Proposal to Move Circuit Court
Discussions about moving Pulaski Circuit Court into the Justice Center are drawing complaints from Judge Michael Shurn. During Monday’s county commissioners meeting, Shurn complained that he hasn’t been included in recent discussions. “I never see it on the docket, but yet I read about it in the newspaper,” he said. “You’re trying to decide what security is, and you’re trying to decide the future of the Circuit Court. You know, I think it would behoove you all to actually involve the Circuit Court in that conversation. I’m sort of shocked that you don’t do that.”
Pulaski County Council to Consider Additional Appropriation for Justice Center Door Control System
The Pulaski County Council is moving ahead with funding arrangements for a new door control system at the Pulaski County Justice Center.
Pulaski Council, Commissioners, Sheriff Discuss Moving Circuit Court to Justice Center
Discussion continues about moving Pulaski Circuit Court out of the County Courthouse and into the Justice Center. The move is seen as a cheaper alternative to installing and staffing a security checkpoint in the courthouse.
Pulaski County Commissioner Calls for Moving Circuit Court to Justice Center
A Pulaski County commissioner is calling for Circuit Court to be moved out of the County Courthouse. During last week’s meeting, Commissioner Mike McClure said he wants move forward with a proposal to consolidate the county’s court system at the Pulaski County Justice Center. Continue reading
Pulaski County Election Board Sets Early Voting Hours Ahead of May Primary
The Pulaski County Election Board finalized arrangements for early primary voting, during Monday’s meeting. The early voting period runs from April 10 through May 7, ahead of the May 8 primary.
Pulaski County Officials Suggest Moving Circuit Court to Justice Center Basement, Judge Opposed
Pulaski Circuit Court Judge Michael Shurn continues to push for increased security at the courthouse. He told the county council and commissioners last week that violent outbursts in and around the courtroom, as well as other county offices, are becoming more and more frequent. Continue reading
Pulaski County to Move Early Voting to Justice Center
Pulaski County is once again moving its early voting location. The county commissioners took action last week to move in-person absentee voting to the Pulaski County Justice Center for next year’s election cycle.
Pulaski Council Approves Budget Transfer for $12,000 Washing Machine
Pulaski County Facing Tech Support Challenges, Following Problems with Jail Water Control System
The Pulaski County Justice Center’s technology issues continue. This time, the problem is the computer system that controls the water at the jail. While the water itself is working, the technology that allows jail staff to remotely shut off specific plumbing fixtures like toilets and showers is down.
Pulaski County Jail Cameras Hacked, According to Sheriff
Someone apparently hacked into the Pulaski County Justice Center’s surveillance cameras. Sheriff Jeff Richwine says it happened over the weekend. Continue reading
Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department Requests Budget Transfer, Due to Uncertainties in Utility Budget
The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department wants to make sure it has enough money to pay utility bills.
Pulaski County Justice Center in Need of Fire Alarm Upgrades
The technology at the Pulaski County Justice Center is showing its age. Currently, the sheriff’s department is in the process of upgrading the computer system that controls the doors, after it had a number of glitches in recent weeks. Now, the building’s fire alarm is having similar problems.
Pulaski County Commissioners Updated on Maintenance Issues
Pulaski County continues to deal with some maintenance challenges at its government buildings. Elevators at the courthouse and the annex building were both repaired earlier this summer, but Maintenance Supervisor Jeff Johnston told the county commissioners Monday a few issues remained. Continue reading
Pulaski County Commissioners to Meet This Morning
A new door control system at the Pulaski County Justice Center is expected to be discussed by the county commissioners this morning. Sheriff Jeff Richwine told the county council last week that the current system is original to the building and doesn’t always work properly anymore. On top of that, replacement parts are getting difficult to find.
Pulaski County Justice Center Door System in Need of Replacement
The computer system that controls the doors at the Pulaski County Justice Center will soon have to be replaced.
First Group of Federal Inmates Arrive at Pulaski County Jail
The Pulaski County Justice Center is now housing federal inmates. Sheriff Jeff Richwine told the county commissioners Monday that the first 10 arrived last week. Continue reading
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.
