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
An intergovernmental agreement was approved by several Marshall County government entities this week ahead of the Regional Stellar Communities Designation application presentation.
After consulting with a grant writer, Argos Town Council members were informed about an OCRA grant available for 90/10 match that could be utilized for a possible new Fire and EMS building.
Clerk-Treasurer Lisa Mullaney said that the town has been working with Shannon McLeod from Priority Project Resources. Continue reading
Argos Town Superintendent Jamie Lindstrom informed the Town Council about some renovation work needed at the Wastewater Treatment Plant when members met last Wednesday.
Lindstrom informed the council that he received a few different bids for some roof work that is needed at the plant. He didn’t provide a specific figure but after reviewing the companies he recommended Kolar Konstruction for the job. He also told the members that there is a stairway project that needs to be done. Continue reading
Argos officials are still seeking residents willing to fill the open positions on the Plan Commission. Clerk-Treasurer Lisa Mullaney previously shared that they especially need some more Democratic members in order to keep the board balanced. Continue reading
Argos Town Council members discussed an intergovernmental agreement related to the Marshall County Crossroads Stellar Communities Initiative when they met last Wednesday.
As a reminder, prior to Wednesday, November 7th, all the entities involved with Marshall County Crossroads must approve an agreement that designates two municipality representatives to sit on the board that will oversee the administrative functions of the regional stellar initiative. Continue reading
The Argos Town Council members approved the budget for next year.
The 2019 proposed budget is a little over $1.9 million while the levy is around $876,000.
Several Argos officials and residents recently met as part of a task force to determine the best safety and economic development tactics for the intersection of U.S. 31 and State Road 10.
Efforts to bring a School Resource Officer into the Argos Community School Corporation continue to move forward.
Town Council members provided their support for the idea when they met earlier this month. School Superintendent Ned Speicher said that School Board members considered the matter at their meeting on Monday.
Speicher explained, “The school board did the same thing, they had a motion and approved stating that they’d work on the concept of having a School Resource Officer.” Continue reading
