A public hearing over the Town of Argos’ farm lease was held when council members met earlier this month. Members went on to unanimously approve a resolution which accepted the farm lease as presented later in the meeting.
Clerk-Treasurer Lisa Mullaney noted that this is something that Town officials review every year. However, there was a bit of a change with the lease that was up for approval this time around. Continue reading
The two candidates vying for the Argos EMS Director position will be meeting with town officials in a public workshop on Wednesday to go over their credentials. Clerk-Treasurer Lisa Mullaney said the position was covered at the last town council meeting but this will be more of an in-depth interview process.
The candidates being considered are EMS Assistant Director Pete Devos and Sara McCullam, who also serves on the department. Continue reading
The Argos Town Council will welcome a new council member when they meet next Wednesday.
When the Council met on the day before Thanksgiving, the resignation of vice president Dustin Johnson was announced. Clerk-Treasurer Lisa Mullaney said his reason for leaving the council is that he is moving out of the area and his resignation was submitted to her on Friday, November 16th.
Argos resident Shawn Harley reportedly informed Clerk-Treasurer Mullaney that he had an interest in serving on the Town Council. Continue reading
Residents and business owners in the Town of Argos are encouraged to show off their holiday spirit during this year’s Christmas Light Contest.
Clerk-Treasurer Lisa Mullaney mentioned that residences and businesses will be judged separately but the top three winners will receive the same cash prizes. The third place prize is $50, the second place winners will get $100 and the first place prize is $200. Continue reading
The Argos Police Department has two new full-time officers on the force. Clerk-Treasurer Lisa Mullaney shared that Bradley Howe and Aaron Yeargin recently filled some open full-time positions. She noted that the department is still taking applications for an additional officer now through Tuesday, November 20th.
According to information provided on the Town’s official website, academy training is recommended but it is not a requirement. The starting probationary pay for a new, non-certified, officer is $35,330 while Academy-certified officers receive $46,672 per year.
There are a few minimum qualifications that an applicant must meet to be considered for the position. Continue reading
At last Wednesday’s Argos Town Council meeting, members acknowledged that two letters of interest for the Argos EMS Director position were submitted by the deadline. As a reminder, current EMS Director Richie Miller tendered his resignation in August and will be leaving the department on December 31st of this year. Continue reading
Community events with food trucks, vendors and other activities are held in Plymouth and Bourbon on certain Fridays during the summer months. Argos officials are currently working out the specifics for “TGIF Argos” so they’ll be able to launch their own series this coming summer. Continue reading
Marshall County Clerk Deb VanDeMark told the Election Board members Monday afternoon that she received notice from the Town of Culver concerning the Primary Election.
Individuals who wish to apply for the Argos EMS Director position have until Wednesday, November 7th to get a letter of interest turned into the Argos Clerk’s Office.
As a reminder, the current EMS Director Richie Miller tendered his resignation in August and plans to officially resign on December 31st. Miller has noted that applicants are required to have EMT experience. Continue reading
Argos Town Council members approved a declaratory resolution to establish a TIF area when they met last month.
Argos Redevelopment Commission Vice President Mark VanDerWeele informed council members that while the resolution can be amended at any time, they would have to restart the lengthy approval process over from the beginning if any changes are made. Continue reading
An intergovernmental agreement related to the Marshall County Crossroads Regional Stellar Initiative came before Argos Town Council members a few times when they met last month.
Members first saw the agreement during their first meeting in October. However, they voted to table it at that time since councilwoman Suzanne Umbaugh was absent from the meeting and she has played an important role in the town’s Stellar efforts.
When members met for their second meeting of the month, they unanimously approved the agreement. Continue reading
A concerned individual came before Argos Town Council members this month to discuss skateboards and bicycles being ridden on prohibited sidewalks downtown. Continue reading
The Argos Town Council members considered allowing a pay raise for part-time police officers during their most recent meeting.
At the Town Council’s first meeting in October, Police Chief Corey Bowman proposed raising the part-time rate a few dollars in order to stay competitive with surrounding departments. Before coming to a decision, council members requested to see some of the rates that other departments pay their part-time employees.
When the council met again, Chief Bowman brought a few figures to present. Continue reading
Argos Town Council members reached a decision about allowing utility vehicles on roads within the town limits when they met earlier this month.
Members noted that the vehicles would be under the same regulations as golf carts. In order to operate a UTV on the town’s roadways, an individual would need a valid driver’s license and their vehicle needs to be insured. Continue reading
Indiana Avenue from Yearick Street to First Street in Argos will be closed today during the American Legion’s Corn and Hog Roast.
Town Council members approved the road closure request when they met last Wednesday. Continue reading
During last week’s Argos Town Council meeting, officials discussed the possibility of hosting summer events similar to the “Food Truck Fridays” held in Bourbon.
Library Director Jane Hall reminded the council members that the possibility of a “TGIF Argos” event has been brought up in the past and there is a committee of organizers assembled.
She explained that the plan was to do it last summer but due to a combination of health complications and personal obligations, the members were unable to get things organized in time. Continue reading
Argos Town Council members determined who will receive the Street Department’s 2000 Ford F-350 truck after opening multiple bids during last Wednesday’s Town Council meeting. Continue reading
Argos officials finalized details for this year’s Christmas tree lighting ceremony at last Wednesday’s town council meeting.
Library Director Jane Hall reminded council members that the Friends of the Argos Public Library group decorated the tree and hosted last year’s ceremony.
She explained that the lighting ceremony is scheduled for the week after Thanksgiving on Thursday, November 29th and that it will run from around 6 p.m. until 7 p.m. Continue reading
A TIF Resolution that was prepared by Argos Town Attorney Derek Jones was presented to Redevelopment Commission and Planning Commission members last week.
The members of both commissions provided their approval for the resolution which would establish a TIF District at the recently created Industrial Park. Continue reading
When the Argos Town Council met last Wednesday, they were informed about a recent resignation on the police force.
Police Chief Corey Bowman presented a letter of resignation on behalf of Officer Donald Davis. Draft minutes provided by Clerk-Treasurer Lisa Mullaney indicate that all officers on the department will be working 8 hours shifts until the positions are filled. Continue reading
