Applications will be accepted soon for the curb and sidewalk reimbursement program for the Town of Culver.
Culver residents who would like to replace and improve sidewalks may apply beginning Monday, April 2, at the Culver Town Hall. Project applications will be accepted on a first come, first served basis and reviewed by Utility Superintendent Bob Porter. Dimensions which include the width and length of the sidewalk and/or curb are required at the time of the application submission.
The Troyer Group has submitted a contract for the Bremen downtown project, but town council members will wait to approve that when they get more information from the grant writer.
The downtown revitalization project includes new streets, sidewalks, curbs and lighting. INDOT has delayed the project a bit so they can fund more aspects of the project. INDOT has already earmarked $1.2 million for this project. The project is expected to begin in 2020.
The Plymouth Board of Public Works and Safety members considered several department head requests to seek quotes for equipment and grants.
Utility Superintendent Donnie Davidson is seeking quotes for the replacement of a service truck for the water department. He also asked to get quotes for a one-ton dump truck for the wastewater department. Both vehicle purchases are included in the department’s budget for capital improvement projects.
The Culver Town Council members considered an amendment to the salary ordinance this week.
A proposed change was made where the EMS Vice Director position would be eliminated and replaced with a full-time ALS-EMT2 position with an hourly range of $11.75-$17.50.
The American Legion Auxiliary Unit #27 in Plymouth recently donated items for the Miller’s Homeless Veterans Shelter in South Bend.
New clothing, gently-used clothing, non-perishable food items, cleaning supplies, and monetary donations were collected in January and February. Auxiliary members and members of the American Legion Post #27 and the Sons of the American Legion Post #27 delivered the items.
Some Marshall County residents are still without shelter as they sift through wreckage of the place they formerly called home.
Several representatives from disaster relief organizations reminded residents of the efforts of volunteers to help put back the pieces after the devastation. Linda Yoder with the Long Term Recovery organization said 2-1-1 is available to assist with any questions and help direct victims to the best resources for specific issues.
The new K9 is on duty at the Bremen Police Department.
In January, the Bremen Town Council members approved the acquisition of a new K9 from the Vohne Liche Kennels in Denver, Indiana. The funds were available for the purchase of the dog at a cost of $15,000. The annual benefit basketball game helped procure the money needed for the K9.
Bids were opened Monday night for proposed surface treatment projects and street and sidewalk projects in Plymouth this spring.
Plymouth City Engineer Rick Gaul explained that one bid was received for the surface treatment projects. Gaul said he contacted six microsurface companies to submit bids for the projects, but only one bid was received. Pavement Solutions, Inc. bid $240,788.98. Gaul asked the Plymouth Board of Public Works and Safety members to take the bid under consideration to ensure it meets all requirements.
The Culver Town Council members were notified this week of several job opportunities for several town positions.
A salary ordinance amendment was discussed this week that would establish a part-time rate for a clerical position at the Marshall County Highway Department.
The part-time code enforcement officer position will have to wait.
Marshall County Planning Commission President Stan Klotz presented the Marshall County Council members on Monday morning with the proposed job description for the position. The wages would be between $17.40 and $20.05 an hour based on a 15-hour work week.
Clean-up efforts from the recent flood event in Plymouth are ongoing.
Plymouth Street Superintendent Jim Marquardt told the Plymouth Board of Public Works and Safety members on Monday that the department hauled in 42 loads of sand, or 434 tons, for sandbags in preparation efforts. The cost to the city was $3,414.02.
An informational meeting for those residents and business owners affected by the recent flood event is scheduled for tonight.
Officials will have information on what residents should be doing as they continue to rise up from flood waters. Information will be given regarding immediate services available, free well testing and how to prevent further damage. The organization of a Long Term Recovery Committee will take place.
The annexation of property north of Bremen for the Southwire industry expansion project is still on track.
The Culver Town Council members conducted two public hearings to consider rezoning requests for two properties.
If approved, the BP Good Oil gas station on 203 and 213 Main Street will undergo a renovation project. According to Developer Kevin Berger, the plan is to demolish the house at 213 N. Main Street and extend the convenience store into that area. The current building may be partially demolished in the process to make way for an improved store front. The store front will face southeast as opposed to the current eastern facing.
Marshall County officials are still looking to hire a county engineer.
Commissioner Kurt Garner asked the county council members Monday morning to reconsider the salary range offered for the county engineer’s position.
The Plymouth City Council members considered a resolution Monday night to add the REES Theater project to the list of Plymouth Redevelopment Commission projects.
By adding the theater to the redevelopment commission’s list, a donation request of $575,000 over the course of two to four years to be funded out of TIF #1 could be financially researched by Umbaugh and Associates. The funding request would need to be approved by the redevelopment commission.
The Town of Bremen received insurance money for equipment damaged in the recent flood event.
According to Bremen Town Attorney Anthony Wagner, the furnace and cooling units were damaged at the wastewater treatment facility including other factors that help run the buildings. Wagner said the insurance coverage was able to cover the replacement costs without much extra needed to fund necessary repairs. He mentioned that officials are reconsidering the placement of some of the equipment to avoid damage if a flood event occurs again.
An hour-and-a-half of Tuesday’s Culver Town Council meeting was centered around the annexation and rezoning of 17664 State Road 17 and 19456 State Road 10. The annexation simply places the five contiguous parcels totaling 71 acres into the town’s limits. Utilities would be available for connection at the expense of the developer. After hearing questions concerning connectivity of utilities during a public hearing on annexation, the council unanimously voted in favor of the second reading of the ordinance allowing the process to continue. A resolution was also unanimously approved to accept the fiscal plan as part of the process.
The Marshall County Long Term Recovery Operation is in search of volunteer case managers.
The case managers will partner with those affected by the flood in Marshall County and set goals and plans to achieve those goals for recovery. The process involves outreach, screening and intake for services, assessment of disaster recovery needs, recovery planning, action and advocacy, monitoring recovery process, and closure.
