Marshall County Highway Superintendent Jason Peters updated the commissioners last week on the June distribution for Motor Vehicle Highway and Local Roads and Streets funds.
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Workshops Scheduled for Round Two of Next Level Trails Grant Program
Anyone interested in applying for funds in the second round of the Next Level Trails grant program is encouraged to attend one of the application workshops being held during the month of August.
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Marshall County Highway Superintendent Jason Peters updated the Marshall County Commissioners Monday morning on the funding forecast in the MVH and Local Roads and Streets Funds.
Continue readingLetters of Intent for United Way of Marshall County Allocation Funding Due by Monday
Each year in Marshall County, nearly half a million dollars is donated to United Way by individuals and companies who are looking to make an impact on the lives of families, friends and neighbors who benefit from the programs and services they provide, according to organization representatives. Continue reading
Arrow Head Country RC& D Awards Grant to Marshall County Soil and Water Conservation District
The Marshall County Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) was one of the 15 organizations who received grant funding from the Arrow Head Country RC&D when they recently awarded over $49,000 in grants.
Arrow Head awarded the Marshall County organization $3,000 for their 2018 programs and workshops, according to a press release from SWCD District Coordinator Debbie Palmer. Continue reading
Road Funding Task Force Working Toward Long-Term Plan
Although the Indiana General Assembly will not convene until next year, a task force is actively working this summer on future ways to fund Indiana’s road improvements.
Marshall County Council Denies Broadband Funding for Argos
The Marshall County Council has declined to help fund greater access to broadband in the Town of Argos.
Last week, Jim Burroughs, the Town’s Utility, Park, and Street Superintendent appeared before the Marshall County Commissioners to request assistance for the project. Argos has been working for some time on a three-phase project that will bring greater access to broadband to homes and businesses.
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INDOT Begins Accepting Applications for Matching Road Grants
Local communities have been talking about it for several weeks, but the Indiana Department of Transportation is now ready to begin accepting the applications.
Culver Takes More Steps in Preparation for Stellar Communities’ Designation
The Culver Town Council has authorized spending funds related to the state’s Stellar Communities program.
During their meeting on Tuesday, a resolution was considered that is part of the application process for state grant assistance and planning. Culver was named a finalist as part of Stellar Communities earlier this year, but a second phase of the application is anticipated later this year.
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Argos Schools Begins Work to Prepare for Cost Reductions
Following the defeat of a ballot referendum to raise the property tax levy in Argos, local school officials say they’re still optimistic the community will come together for its students.
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Plymouth Chips Away at Sidewalk List with 2016 Projects
The City of Plymouth has prepared for updates to certain sidewalk sections for 2016.
As part of the Americans with Disabilities Act Transition Plan, project lists are expected to be brought forward on an annual basis. The City of Plymouth’s Street Department updates the sidewalks approved by the Board of Works and constructs sidewalk ramps for wheelchair accessibility.
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Marshall County Awaits Funding Source for Five-Year Road Plan
Marshall County now has a five-year road plan, but it may be a bit of time before funding is found to put it into action.
During this week’s Marshall County Commissioners meeting, the county’s Highway Department re-addressed the plan. Marshall County is currently operating on a two-year chip and seal plan that hopes to maintain road standards for the time being.
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Marshall County Road Repair Plan Up Against Available Resources
A multi-year plan for improving road conditions in Marshall County will be considered in the near future.
Reduced funding levels and ailing infrastructure has prompted the Marshall County Highway Department to develop the plans – which calls for treating the roads most in need, and estimating the cost of bringing the roadways to a quality level.
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Marshall County Resident Decries Road Quality, Funding Issues
A Marshall County resident continues to press the County Commissioners about available road funding in their fiscal year budget.
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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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Marshall County Seeks Clarification on Bridge Inspection Contract
The Marshall County Commissioners had a few questions about a contract being signed for bridge inspections.
USI Consultants inspected the county’s bridges as part of Phase One of the contract period. Nine of Marshall County’s bridges received a score of 4 or below. That indicates they’re in poor condition.
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Sen. Donnelly Urges Decision on Clean DHS Funding
U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly is urging members of the House of Representatives to approve appropriations for a federal department through September of this year.
A stopgap bill designed to fund the Department of Homeland Security for one week passed the House on Friday evening. That followed a failed House vote to fund the DHS for three weeks.
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Knox Schools Await Potential Education Funding Reforms
The Indiana General Assembly is anticipated to consider certain reforms to funding education, and Knox Community Schools is considering their options.
Governor Mike Pence has said he wants the legislative session that started Tuesday to be an “education session.” Discussions have included lifting the cap on education vouchers and reforming the school funding formula.
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