The Marshall County Council members reviewed several additional appropriation requests before them Monday morning.
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Marshall County Commissioners to Meet Today
Marshall County Commissioners to Meet Today
The Marshall County Commissioners will meet today where they will hear from Sheriff Matt Hassel and Marshall County 9-1-1 Director Matt Pitney who will discuss telephone provider Indiana Electronics, while Health Administrator Christine Stinson will recommend the reappointment of Craig Miller, M.D. to the Marshall County Board of Health.
Marshall County Commissioners to Meet Today
The Marshall County Commissioners will met today where Sheriff Matt Hassel will present a DNR Marine Patrol Assistance grant application request and Health Administrator Christine Stinson will present two grant application requests for a Local Health Department Trust Account and Local Health Maintenance.
Marshall County Council to Meet Today
The Marshall County Council members will meet today where Health Administrator Christine Stinson will discuss the introduction of a task force to determine the feasibility of a county sewer district.
Well Water Samples Due Today
Well water samples need to be returned today by 8:30 a.m.
The Marshall County Health Department is offering this free service to those who have experienced flood damage. Health Administrator Christine Stinson says flooding around a well can contaminate the well water and the casing of the well. That can lead to viruses and bacteria that could lead to illnesses.
Marshall County Health Department to Offer Free Well Water Testing
Free well water testing is available through the Marshall County Health Department for those affected by the recent flood event in Marshall County.
According to Health Administrator Christine Stinson, flooding around a well can contaminate the well water and the casing of a well. Flood waters contain bacteria, viruses and waste that can cause extreme illnesses if people drink, bathe or cook with contaminated well water.
Free Tetanus Shots Offered by the Marshall County Health Department
The Marshall County Health Department will offer free tetanus booster shots for those who have been working in and around flood waters.
Community Table of Marshall County Addresses Flooding Relief Efforts
County and city officials, along with other departments and organizations focused on disaster relief efforts met Monday morning to address needs. It’s been a community effort and all leaders commented that the community’s response has been overwhelming. Those attending offered several pieces of information to help those picking up after the damage.
Marshall County Commissioners to Meet Today
The Marshall County Commissioners will meet today.
Marshall County Highway Supervisor Jason Peters will present the 2018 proposed road plan to the commissioners. Marshall County Museum Executive Director Linda Rippy will have her quarterly report and Health Administrator Christine Stinson will present a nomination for the board of health.
Marshall County Commissioners to Meet Today
The Marshall County Commissioners will have several discussion items before them when they meet this morning.
Argos Clerk-Treasurer Lisa Mullaney will discuss an intergovernmental agreement for planning services. Clerk Deb Vandemark, acting on behalf of the Marshall County Election Board, will present a contract with Microvote and Brian Kubicki will have an annual agreement with Gibson Insurance for approval. Treasurer Angie Birchmeier will have a tax billing contract proposal from Worrell Corp. and Planning Director Ralph Booker will present a right-of-way dedication for approval for Carl Stockberger.
Marshall County Commissioners to Consider Joining Opioid Litigation
The opioid crisis affects everyone and it is not being overlooked in Marshall County.
According to the Marshall County Health Department figures, the number of overdose deaths due to opioid and prescription drug abuse went from one in 2015 to 13 in 2016 and 16 already in 2017. County Attorney Jim Clevenger presented information to the Marshall County Commissioners Monday morning asking them to consider joining an Indianapolis firm to pursue opioid litigation in a multi-district, federal litigation against the manufacturers and distributors of highly addictive prescription medications. Clevenger noted that some prescriptions could be in question. Continue reading
Bourbon Home to be Demolished Next Week
An unsafe home in Bourbon will be demolished next week.
County Attorney James Clevenger told the Marshall County Commissioners on Monday that the mortgage company filed a second conditional stay request which was immediately followed by an objection by the county. Clevenger said that matter was decided.
Bourbon Property on Hold for Demolition
The demolition of a property in Bourbon unfit for human habitation may come down Oct. 1.
Marshall County Attorney James Clevenger told the county commissioners Monday morning that the bank placed a stay of demolition on the property that expired on Sept. 15. A motion to extend the stay another 45 days was filed in the court system, but the county quickly filed an objection stating that enough time has elapsed for work to be done. A judgment has not been filed in the case as of Wednesday, Sept. 20.
Marshall County Council Discusses Health Educator Position
The Marshall County Council discussed adding full-time position for a health educator/emergency preparedness coordinator when they met this week.
Health Administrator Christine Stinson explained that the person in the department would assist in her department and with Emergency Management Agency Director Clyde Avery. She said a local health maintenance fund grant along with the emergency preparedness grant will help fund this position with the rest coming from the health department’s budget.
Court Order Issued to Demolish Unsafe Building in Bourbon
A rat-infested property in Bourbon that is unfit for human habitation will be demolished in September.
Marshall County Health Administrator Christine Stinson told the commissioners this week that the residents moved out of the home at 606 N. Thayer Street in January. Stinson said she’s hired an exterminator to take care of the rat problem until the building can be demolished in September. The property is within 300 feet of the elementary school.
Second Reading Discussed on Health Department Ordinances
The health department’s fee schedule ordinance and the ordinance pertaining to well installation, maintenance and operation were brought before the Marshall County Commissioners on Monday.
Health Administrator Christine Stinson told the commissioners that she discussed well caps with a well drilling operator and changed requirements to the abandonment of wells. She went to the DNR rule which satisfied the issue with wording in the ordinance.
