The North Judson-San Pierre School Corporation’s plans to revamp their bus routes cleared a procedural hurdle during Monday’s Starke County Commissioners meeting. Continue reading
Starke Commissioners Approve Use of GIS Data
Starke County Crosses Deficient Bridges Off List
Starke County’s bridges are in excellent shape overall based on the latest round of inspections. Highway Superintendent Rik Ritzler told the commissioners Monday the county has been making steady progress. Continue reading
Starke County Fares Well in State Road Safety Rankings
Starke County’s roads are among the safest in the state based on crash data. Highway Superintendent Rik Ritzler told the county commissioners Monday the statistics are based on the number of miles driven. Continue reading
Railroad Township Fire Department Gets Permission to Use Radio Frequency
The recently established Railroad Township Fire Department can now communicate with the Starke County Dispatch Center and other emergency agencies. Chief Andy Tilleraas approached the county commissioners last night for formal permission to receive and transmit off of their radio frequency. Continue reading
Railroad Township Seeking County Permission to Use Radio Frequency
The Starke County Commissioners are being asked to weigh in on an issue affecting the newly established Railroad Township Volunteer Fire Department. Continue reading
Starke County Officials to Renegotiate Economic Development Contract
A group of county officials plans to sit down next week to discuss a new contract with the Starke County Economic Development Foundation. Executive Director Charlie Weaver has worked under the same agreement for 16 years. He agrees it’s time revisit the agreement and exactly what kind of work it entails on behalf of the county. Continue reading
Starke Commissioners to Reorganize, Make Appointments Tonight
The Starke County Commissioners will reorganize for the year when they meet this evening. Republican Kathy Norem returns for another term, alongside Democrat Don Binkley. He was elected two years ago. Republican Charles Chesak will take over the third seat on the county’s executive body. He replaces fellow Republican Kent Danford, who did not seek reelection. Continue reading
Starke County Council to Consider Longevity Changes
The Starke County Council will discuss a how a proposed change to employee longevity will affect the 2017 budgets during their regularly scheduled meeting this evening. They will also review the salary ordinance for the upcoming year. Continue reading
Starke Park Board Seeks Input on Five-Year Plan
The Starke County Park Board wants input from the public on a five-year parks and recreation plan. Continue reading
Starke EMA Finds Solution to Koontz Lake Emergency Radio Woes
The Starke County Emergency Management Agency has found a solution to emergency communication issues in the northwest corner of the county. Interference from other antennas on top of the grain elevator at the Starke County Co-Op in Hamlet has been creating problems for the Koontz Lake Volunteer Fire Department for the past couple of years. Continue reading
Starke Park Board Hires Consultant, Schedules Five-Year Plan Meeting
The Starke County Park Board hopes to have a five-year plan in place by mid-January. President Roger Chaffins told the county commissioners Monday they’ve enlisted the Troyer Group from Mishawaka to help with the process. Continue reading
Starke Commissioners to Discuss Funds for County Parks Plan
The president of the Starke County Park Board will discuss funding for a five-year plan with the county commissioners when they meet this evening. The commissioners previously agreed to allocate up to $15,000 for that purpose, as a five-year plan is a requirement for most grant funding. Continue reading
Starke County Commissioners Award Bridge Replacement Bids
The Starke County Highway Department continues to make progress with bridge replacements and upgrades. The new bridge on 250 West over Bogus Run, just south of Toto Road, should be finished this week, according to county highway superintendent Rik Ritzler. Continue reading
Starke County Commissioners Seek Board and Commission Members
The Starke County Commissioners are looking for local residents to fill seats on various boards and commissions in 2017. Qualifications vary by position and can include political affiliation, professional accreditation or residency. Party affiliation is determined by the most recent primary election in which the individual voted or letter of support provided by the party chairman. Continue reading
Starke County Highway Department Prepared for Seasonal Transition
The Starke County Highway Department is ready for winter weather. Superintendent Rik Ritzler told the county commissioners Monday all material, personnel and planning requirements are in place. Continue reading
Starke County Council, Commissioners to Discuss Federal Wage Mandate
The Starke County Council and Commissioners will discuss a new, federally-mandated overtime policy for county employees during their respective meetings tonight. The Fair Labor Standards Act takes effect Dec. 1. It requires overtime payments to salaried employees who make less than $47,500 a year and work more than 40 hours per week. Continue reading
Starke County Park Board to Get Update on Five-Year Plan
The Starke County Park Board is expected to get an update on the creation of a five-year plan for the county’s park facilities. Having a plan in place would make the county eligible for grant funding from the Indiana Department of Natural Resources. Continue reading
Starke Commissioners to Discuss Community Corrections Lease
The Starke County Commissioners have a light agenda for their meeting this evening. It begins an hour earlier than usual, with a 5 p.m. scheduled start at the annex building. Continue reading
Starke County Commissioners Approve 2017 Holiday Schedule
The Starke County Commissioners have adopted a holiday schedule for 2017. Continue reading
Starke Council Sets Maximum Ambulance Purchase Amount
Starke County EMS Director Keith Emigh can proceed with the purchase of an ambulance. Continue reading
