The Marshall-Starke Development Center says they are working to attract and retain employees.
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Culver Revises Building Permit Fees Following Numerous Discussions
An extended process to revise building permit fees in the Town of Culver has been completed.
During Tuesday night’s Culver Town Council meeting, an ordinance was revisited on second reading that would update fees charged for new construction and renovation projects to an increased level.You can also contact experts from Renew Kitchen & Bath Remodeling to renovate your home with an evolving trend.
Budget Transfer Policy Enacted by Marshall County Council
An issue that surfaced at the end of December was brought back up by the Marshall County Council, this week.
Several department heads attended the meeting to seek clarification on exactly how budget transfers between major categories are approved. Budgetary line items are required by the state of Indiana to remain in the black.
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Culver Finalizes Pay Increases for Several Departments in 2016
The Town of Culver has bumped the pay for a few of its employees in 2016, others may have to wait until 2017 to see their pay increased.
Marshall County to Question Method for Budget Transfers
The Marshall County Council may soon be considering how they approve budget transfers.
During Monday morning’s meeting, administrators within the county government questioned how the County Council is now approving budget transfers. According to multiple department heads, county elected officials are not necessarily required to approve budget line item transfers within the same fund.
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Culver Bumping Employee Wages, Fire and EMS Raises Considered Next Year
The Town of Culver has set salaries for its employees heading into the new year.
Prior to finalizing those pay levels, Culver first has to approve them in the form of a salary ordinance. It’s an annual measure that is expected to be well documented by the state of Indiana.
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Culver School Board Considers Removing Spring Intercession
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Budget issues have forced the Culver School Board to consider removing the April intercession period from the school calendar. It’s a one-week period immediately following spring break in which students who are struggling with certain classes can work to improve their grades. Continue reading
Culver School Board Dips Into Rainy Day Fund
The Culver School Board has approved some adjustments to its budget as it approaches the end of the year. During 
Monday’s meeting, they voted to appropriate additional money from the Rainy Day Fund to help cover the cost of salaries. Continue reading
Plymouth School Board Readies for Budget Adoption
The Plymouth School Board will be plenty busy with budget adoptions and employee contracts during tonight’s meeting.
The contract is set to be effective between 2015 and 2017. Negotiations have been taking place for some time in order to finalize the contract language with the Plymouth Education Association.
Culver Town Council Brings Budget to First Reading
The Culver Town Council has taken a step toward adopting their 2016 budget.
During last night’s meeting, a public hearing was held to review the document that will determine expenditures for the next year. As things stand, Culver sees modest increases in spending for its police and fire department budgets. The biggest jump was a projected $100-thousand increase in EMS expenses.
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Culver Town Council Takes Budget to First Reading
The Culver Town Council will be taking their 2016 budget to a first reading tonight.
Town Council members intend to hold a public hearing on the document that will determine expenditures going into 2016. The document will also go to a first reading.
Non-binding Budget Review Brings Unanimous Approval
The Marshall County Council used the opportunity for non-binding budget reviews to unanimously approve each submission.
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Marshall County Council Makes Budget Cuts for 2016
The Marshall County Council reviewed budget requests during a meeting Monday morning, but with the aim of reducing quite a few expenditures for 2016.
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Marshall County Council Anticipates 2016 Budget Adoption
The Marshall County Council intends to hold a hearing on their fiscal year 2016 budget.
Non-binding budget reviews will take place on Monday morning following the regular meeting of the County Council. According to the agenda, each department’s budget will be considered by the Council prior to a formal request to adopt the budget.
Culver School Board to Discuss Monterey Building Site
The Culver School Board will be discussing the Monterey Building at their upcoming meeting.
Marshall County Coroner In Need of Additional Funding
The Marshall County Coroner may soon be seeking additional funds.
During Monday morning’s Marshall County Council meeting, Coroner Bill Cleavenger said he wanted to give plenty of notice about his request. He anticipates asking for the money before their next meeting.
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Plymouth Schools to Begin Advertising 2016 Budget
The Plymouth Community School Corporation will begin advertising its 2016 fiscal year budget.
School Board members held a special budget work session meeting on Tuesday night to discuss projected revenues, as well as the projected costs associated with carrying out operations. General Fund expenditures will largely remain flat next year at $25-million.
Culver Gathers Budget Information Prior To Decision Time
The Culver Town Council is preparing next year’s budget, but a bit of extra information is needed prior to making cuts.
Budget work sessions were scheduled in preparation for fiscal year 2016. During the work sessions, department heads meet with members of the Culver Town Council to explain their budget line items.
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Marshall County Lacks Proposal, But Hears Out Equipment Financing Options
Marshall County may soon be able to see the benefit of new vehicles and equipment while avoiding the burdensome cost associated with such purchases.
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Plymouth School Board Considers Additional Services, Debt Refinance
The Plymouth School Corporation is preparing to make a few changes to both its finances and curriculum.
During Tuesday night’s regularly scheduled meeting, School Board members will consider adopting curricula recommended for social studies courses. Typically, committees review the available options for some time prior to introducing the curriculum for students.
