Marshall County Commissioners Approve Contract Ordinance

The Commissioners approved Ordinance No. 2024-17; An Ordinance Setting Forth Requirements for County Contracts and the review and approval of County Contracts. The ordinance was passed unanimously on first read by all three commissioners, and passed on second and third read in a subsequent meeting by President Stan Klotz and Vice President Mike Burroughs. 

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Plymouth Fire Department Receives New Fire Engine

The Plymouth Fire Department took possession of a new fire engine Wednesday, July 31.

The new fire engine is a 2024 Pierce Velocity pumper. It was delivered on the 42nd anniversary of an accident that claimed the lives of five Plymouth Fire Department firefighters July 31, 1982. It is dedicated to the memory of Al Kriscunas, Dane Hoffhien, Randy Hansen, Brian Samuels, and Gary Van Vactor who lost their lives responding to a call July 31, 1982. The fire truck is named “Engine 82”.

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Plymouth Council Hears Golf Cart Ordinance on First Read, Will Take Effect on January 1, 2025 if Formally Passed

The Plymouth Common Council heard Ordinance No. 2024-2228 An Ordinance to Amend the Code of Ordinances of the City of Plymouth Concerning Use of Golf Carts on Streets and Alleys on first read. The ordinance, if passed, will take full effect on January 1, 2025 which will include a registration requirement, fees for violations including impounding the vehicle on the fourth offense, and a 36 inch or taller height restriction that applies to passengers. Adult passengers will also not be allowed to hold passengers in their laps; all passengers must be seated. 

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Aviation Commission Holds July Meeting, Discuss Repairs, Evicted Tenant, Continued Business

File Photo Aviation Commission Board: Dr. Anthony Witt, Glenn Daven, Phil Bockman – President, Airport Manager Bill Sheley, Ken Houin and Kevin Morrison. The Plymouth Municipal Airport is located at 301 Airport Road, Plymouth. Phone number is 574-935-5152 or email airport@plymouthin.com.

The Plymouth Board of Aviation Commissioners (BOAC) held their regular meeting in July.

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