The Winamac Town Council members reviewed an ordinance Monday night that would establish a Sanitation Fund within the town’s budget.
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Winamac Park Board Considers Monetary Donation to Bridge Lighting Project
The Winamac Park Board will likely contribute financially to the Memorial Swinging Bridge Project, but how much and where that money would come from still remain to be seen.
Continue readingWinamac Council Allows Internet Service Provider to Put Equipment on Water Tower
More reliable internet service could soon be coming to Winamac. The town council last week agreed to allow Fourway to install communications equipment on the town’s water tower.
Continue readingWinamac Gets Bid for ‘Swinging Bridge’ Renovations as Fundraising Continues for Lighting Feature
Plans continue moving forward for upgrades to the Winamac Town Park’s “swinging bridge.” Town Manager Brad Zellers told the town council last week that only one bid came in for a project to repaint the structure and replace the decking. “The base bid was $50,000 to paint it,” Zellers said. “That’s sandblast, repaint everything with an epoxy paint.”
Continue readingAll Winamac COVID-19 Response Program Applicants to Get Funding
COVID-19 relief should soon start rolling in for Winamac businesses. Any business that applied for COVID-19 Response Program funding through the town will get it, according to Town Manager Brad Zellers. Clerk-Treasurer Kendra Craft recently told the town council that she expects final approval from the state by early July, and the businesses will be able to get their checks.
Continue readingWinamac Expands Splash Pad Hours due to Heavy Use
Winamac’s Owen Abbott Memorial Splash Pad is proving to be a hit. Town Manager Brad Zellers told the town council Monday he’s already had to expand the hours. “I went up there a couple mornings,” he explained. “There was a line at nine o’clock in the morning, so I changed it to 9:00 a.m. to go off at 10:00 p.m.”
Continue readingWinamac Council to Discuss Trash Pickup Fee, Review Financial Report Today
A proposal to charge Winamac residents five dollars a month for trash pickup will continue to be discussed by the town council this afternoon. Members have noted that Winamac is one of the few towns left that doesn’t charge for the service.
Continue readingGrand Opening Scheduled Today for Winamac’s Owen Abbott Memorial Splash Pad
The Town of Winamac will officially dedicate its new splash pad today. A grand opening will be held at noon EDT at the Owen Abbott Memorial Splash Pad near the intersection of Logan and Jefferson streets.
Continue readingWork Underway on Winamac Splash Pad
Work is underway on Winamac’s new splash pad. Town Manager Brad Zellers told the town council Monday that the permit has been received. “It’s moving forward,” he said. “If I’m not mistaken, it looked like most of the features are there today that’ll be in the splash pad. . . . So it’s exciting.”
Continue readingWinamac Park Board Wants More Information on Proposed ‘Swinging Bridge’ Historical Marker
Organizers of Winamac’s Memorial Swinging Bridge Project are looking to get some state and national recognition for the historic structure, but the town’s park board is concerned about what stipulations that might bring. Project organizer Greg Henry asked board members Thursday to consider applying for a state historical marker.
Continue readingWinamac Town Council Approves Quote for Splash Pad Shelter
Plans are coming together for Winamac’s future splash pad site. The town council last week officially hired the FORM-IT Corporation to build a new shelter for $80,000, according to Town Manager Brad Zellers. He says he solicited quotes from three companies, but FORM-IT was the only one to respond.
Continue readingWinamac Street Improvements Create Logistical Challenge for Proposed Eagle Scout Project
The Winamac Town Park could soon have a clearer visual link from downtown, thanks to some help from a local boy scout. RJ Link is looking at adding brick pillars on either side of Main Street as part of a proposed Eagle Scout project. He recently told the town’s park board that the idea is to form a gateway to the “swinging bridge.”
Continue readingCommunity Foundation Makes Nearly $150,000 in Winamac Pool Donations Available for Splash Pad Project
Efforts to add a memorial splash pad in Winamac have gotten a major funding boost. The Community Foundation of Pulaski County has agreed to let the almost $150,000 raised for the canceled swimming pool project be used for the splash pad instead.
Continue readingSidewalk, Lighting Upgrades Planned for Downtown Winamac
The Town of Winamac is looking to make the downtown area a little safer for pedestrians. Town Manager Brad Zellers recently discussed planned sidewalk and lighting upgrades with the town council.
Continue readingNorth Judson, Winamac Approve Cemetery Mowing Bids
North Judson and Winamac are both keeping their current cemetery mowing contractors for another year, after no other companies submitted bids. The North Judson Town Council Monday officially hired TJ’s Lawn Care to mow and maintain Highland and Pioneer cemeteries for 2021.
Continue readingWinamac Making Funding Arrangements for Splash Pad Maintenance
Efforts to add a new splash pad in Winamac continue to move ahead. During last week’s park board meeting, board member and town manager Brad Zellers reported that the abandoned grain elevator near Logan and Jefferson streets has been demolished, and the splash pad is still on track to be ready by the end of May.
Continue readingWinamac Park Board Welcomes New Park Manager, Prepares for Busy Summer
More people have been heading outdoors during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the Winamac Town Park is proving to be a popular destination. During Thursday’s park board meeting, Board Secretary Kim Burke said she’s been getting five or six shelter reservations per day. Town manager and board member Brad Zellers added that there have even been some April reservations, something not typically seen.
Continue readingWinamac Town Council Chooses Next Park Manager
The Town of Winamac has a new park manager. The town council appointed Aaron Spanley to the position during a special meeting Monday, at the recommendation of Town Manager Brad Zellers, who’s also a member of the Winamac Park Board.
Continue readingMemorial Swinging Bridge Project Celebrates $3,000 Donation
Efforts to add decorative lighting to the Winamac Town Park’s “swinging bridge” are starting to get some financial support. The Memorial Swinging Bridge Project says Bonnell Grain Handling became its first large donor back in December, with a $3,000 check presentation. The goal is to install the lighting feature in time for the bridge’s centennial on July 4, 2023, when a large rededication ceremony is planned.
Continue readingWinamac Park Manager to Resign
The Town of Winamac is looking for a new park manager. Dave DeLorenzo is resigning effective March 26, according to a letter read by Town Manager Brad Zellers during last week’s town council meeting. “‘I would like to extend my appreciation to the Town of Winamac for allowing me to work for you for the past six years,'” the letter said. “‘At this time, I would like to submit a three-week notice, due to recent unjust comments.’”
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