Some Plymouth school employees are set to get a raise. On Tuesday, the Plymouth School Board approved the 2017 conditions of employment for classified staff. That included a two-percent pay increase. Continue reading
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Marshall County Commissioners Reorganize, Make 2017 Appointments
The Marshall County Commissioners reorganized for 2017 Tuesday, as new member Mike Delp took his seat for the first time. The former Plymouth councilman replaces Deb Griewank as District 2 commissioner. During Tuesday’s meeting, Commissioner Kevin Overmyer was reelected board president, while Kurt Garner replaces Griewank as vice president. Continue reading
Culver Council Approves Additional Payments for Water Treatment Plant Upgrades
Upgrades to Culver’s water treatment plant are costing the town a bit more than originally thought. The town council voted last week to pay the December claims requested by Michiana Contracting and Midwestern Engineers. Continue reading
Marshall County Commissioners to Consider 2017 Appointments
The Marshall County Commissioners will continue making some preparations for 2017. First on the agenda for this morning’s meeting is the reorganization of the board, as Mike Delp takes his seat for the first time. Continue reading
Culver Council Makes Funding Arrangements for Fire Department Equipment Purchases
The Culver-Union Township Fire Department is hoping to improve its emergency response with a few equipment upgrades. The Culver Town Council voted Tuesday to encumber the department’s remaining 2016 funds to purchase several items. Continue reading
Nonprofit Preservation Group to Take Over Rees Theater
The Rees Theater in Downtown Plymouth may soon be getting some upgrades. The nonprofit Wythougan Valley Preservation Council announced plans Thursday to take over the building in early 2017. The group will then work to collect private donations and secure grant funding for the building’s restoration. Continue reading
Culver Council Revisits Downtown Sidewalk Snow Removal
The Culver Town Council is looking to the Chamber of Commerce to help organize snow removal on downtown sidewalks. Continue reading
Plymouth Board of Works Approves Bids for Fuel Supplies, Street Materials
The City of Plymouth will be paying a bit more for fuel supplies in 2017. On Tuesday, the board of works voted to ratify the city’s contract with North Central Co-op for $2.221 per gallon for diesel and $2.182 per gallon for gasoline, including taxes and fees. Continue reading
Plymouth Hopes to Benefit from Potential Transportation Upgrades
The City of Plymouth may benefit from some big regional transportation upgrades planned for the future, and the city’s committing some funds to help with the process. The Plymouth Common Council voted Tuesday to contribute $10,000 to the U.S. 30 Coalition Project. Continue reading
Culver Council Approves 2017 Salary Ordinance
The Culver Town Council has approved a 2017 salary ordinance for town employees. Earlier this month, Council President Ginny Bess Munroe said a small raise has been budgeted, but most of the actual pay rates are unaffected. Culver’s park superintendent’s pay was adjusted in response to a federal law setting a minimum pay rate for overtime exemption. Continue reading
Several Plymouth Officials Reappointed, Outgoing Council Member Honored
Several of Plymouth’s appointed officials will keep their seats for another term. On Tuesday, the Plymouth Common Council voted to reappoint Billy Ellinger and Mike Miley to the city’s redevelopment commission for another year. Continue reading
Plymouth Council to Consider Appointments, Budget Items
The Plymouth Common Council continues its preparations for 2017. During tonight’s meeting, council members are expected to make appointments to the Plymouth Redevelopment Commission and the Marshall County Economic Development Corporation Board. Mayor Mark Senter will also announce his appointments for several committees. Continue reading
Marshall County Prosecutor to Explore Options for Drug Lab Services
The Marshall County Prosecutor’s Office is looking to keep its options open, when it comes to choosing a lab to examine drugs in criminal cases. On Monday, the county commissioners voted to reduce the county’s two-year contract with Great Lakes Labs to a one-year contract at the same price. Continue reading
Marshall County Commissioners Consider Updates to Plymouth’s Central Dispatch Agreement
Marshall County is putting the finishing touches on its centralized emergency dispatch service. Starting January 1, Marshall County will officially take over dispatch services for most areas in the county. A committee has been formed to help divide the cost of the service among the county, towns, and other local government units. Continue reading
Culver Council Discusses Alley Issues
The Town of Culver may soon be considering the future of the town’s alleys. During last week’s town council meeting, it was noted that it’s becoming hard to locate the right of way of several alleys. Continue reading
Marshall County Commissioners Sign Letter of Support for 2018 Community Corrections Grant
Marshall County Community Corrections has gotten the support of the county commissioners, as it goes about creating its fiscal year 2018 budget. The commissioners’ approval is a required step before Community Corrections is able to apply for grant funding from the state. Continue reading
Culver Second Century Gets Town Council’s Support in Effort to Receive Main Street Designation
The Town of Culver is moving ahead with its efforts to be designated a Main Street Community, but an additional tax may be needed for the town’s revitalization efforts to reach their full potential. The Indiana Main Street program helps communities boost their downtowns, by focusing on historic preservation, economic revitalization, and other areas. The program encourages private investment, but also makes communities eligible for various grants. Continue reading
Updates to Ordinance Violations Bureau Approved by Marshall County Commissioners
Marshall County is expanding the scope of its Ordinance Violations Bureau. The county commissioners approved an ordinance Monday that reaffirms the use of the bureau and lists which county ordinances it would enforce. Continue reading
Culver May Consider Paying Plan Commission and BZA Members
The Town of Culver is looking for members for various committees, and may consider offering money as an incentive. During last week’s town council meeting, Town Manager Jonathan Leist proposed a $20-per-meeting stipend for members of the plan commission and board of zoning appeals. Continue reading
Ordinance Violations Bureau to be Considered by Marshall County Commissioners
The Marshall County Commissioners are taking input from the public this morning on the establishment of an Ordinance Violations Bureau. The commissioners are considering an ordinance creating the bureau and specifying which ordinances it would enforce. Continue reading
