Officials from Midwest Maintenance will give the Marshall County Commissioners an update on the progress of renovations on the Clocktower and the courthouse when the commissioners meet this morning.
Continue readingMarshall County Commissioners Invite Residents to Courthouse Rededication
The Marshall County Commissioners invite residents to attend next week’s Courthouse Rededication Ceremony.
Continue readingMarshall County Commissioners Reject Quotes for Jail Equipment Needs
The Marshall County Commissioners agreed this week to reject the quotes presented by Jail Maintenance Director John Greer during their May 2 meeting.
Continue readingPaperwork Filed Concerning Marshall County Regional Sewer District Petition
Marshall County Attorney Jim Clevenger told the Marshall County Commissioners Monday morning that the Regional Sewer District petition has been filed with the Indiana Department of Environmental Management.
Continue readingMarshall County Commissioners Open Bids for Community Crossings Projects
The Marshall County Commissioners opened bids Monday morning for the Community Crossings Matching Grant projects and additional paving projects.
Continue readingMarshall County Commissioners to Meet Today
The Marshall County Commissioners will meet today where they will open bids for the Community Crossings Matching Grant program projects and additional paving projects associated with that grant award.
Continue readingMarshall County Commissioners Give Permission to Host Recovery Walk
Marshall County Sheriff’s Department Director of Programs Josh Pitts is helping to organize a Recovery Walk ahead of International Overdose Awareness Day on August 31.
Continue readingMarshall County Missed Window for Refinancing Jail Bonds, Council has No Desire to Pay off Bonds until LIT is Extended
Article submitted by Jamie Fleury, The Pilot News Staff Writer
MARSHALL COUNTY — Marshall County Attorney James Clevenger and Marshall County Commissioner Kevin Overmyer updated the County Council during Monday’s meeting that the window has been missed for refinancing the jail bonds. The Council confirmed that they do not want to pay off the jail bonds until the General Assembly extends the Special Local Income Tax (LIT) at a rate of .15, .2, or .25 to ensure adequate financial support of jail operations.
Continue readingMarshall County Commissioners Approve Contract with Baker Tilly to Complete Comprehensive Financial Plan
The Marshall County Commissioners reviewed a contract with Baker Tilly last week that deals with work on a five-year comprehensive financial plan for the county.
Continue readingMarshall County Council Tables ARP Plan to Return to Commissioners, Public Input on Roads, Health and Wellness
Article submitted by Jamie Fleury, The Pilot News Staff Writer
The Marshall County Council tabled the $7,900,000 American Rescue Plan (ARP) budget previously approved by the Marshall County Commissioners 3-0; Kevin Overmyer, Stan Klotz, and Michael Burroughs. The council wants the commissioners to review and clarify their plan before sending it back to the council for approval.
Continue readingMarshall County Highway Superintendent Discusses Community Crossings Projects
Marshall County Highway Superintendent Jason Peters discussed the upcoming Community Crossings Matching Grant projects for which the county was awarded $1 million in the most recent round of grant awards.
Continue readingMarshall County Jail Maintenance Director Recommends Long-Term Maintenance Plan
Marshall County Jail Maintenance Director John Greer recommended to the Marshall County Commissioners Monday morning to get together to draw up a long-term plan as a proactive approach to jail maintenance.
Continue readingMarshall County Attorney Provides Update on Regional Sewer District
Marshall County Attorney Jim Clevenger updated the Marshall County Commissioners Monday morning on the progress of the Regional Sewer District at the state level.
Continue readingMarshall County Commissioners Approve Contract with Guard911
Article submitted by James Master, The Pilot News Managing Editor
At a recent meeting of the Marshall County Commissioners, Marshall County Community Corrections Director Ward Byers and Emergency Management Agency Director Clyde Avery requested the commissioner’s approval for a contract between the county and Guard911.
Continue readingMarshall County Commissioners to Meet Today
The Marshall County Commissioners will meet today where they will hear from Heidi Amspaugh from Baker Tilly concerning the comprehensive financial plan.
Continue readingMCEDC and LLN Interested in Creating Career Center
Article submitted by James Master, The Pilot News Managing Editor
MARSHALL COUNTY — Greg Hildebrand came before the County Commissioners on behalf of the Marshall County Economic Development Corporation (MCEDC) and the Lifelong Learning Network (LLN) to discuss the potential for a Lifelong Learning Center.
Continue readingMarshall County Council on Aging Executive Director Presents Quarterly Report
Article submitted by James Master, The Pilot News Managing Editor
Executive Director Janice Jeffirs Holiday presented the Marshall County Council on Aging’s MCCOA) quarterly report to the County Commissioners during their last meeting. She started by stating that their first quarter’s claim to the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) is $99,466.
Continue readingFeldman named Marshall County CASA Volunteer of the Year
Article submitted by James Master, The Pilot News Managing Editor
On Monday, Chastity Keller, executive director of CASA of Marshall County, presented Debra Feldman as the Marshall County CASA Volunteer of the Year. Feldman has spent over 500 hours since becoming a CASA volunteer in 2017.
Continue readingMC Boys & Girls Club updates commissioners
Article submitted by James Master, The Pilot News Managing Editor
Boys and Girls Club of Marshall County Chief Executive Officer Andrew Fitzpatrick and Board President Sue Payne came before the Marshall County Commissioners to give an update on the club and to request funding for the operation of the club.
Continue readingMarshall County Highway Superintendent Updates Commissioners
Article submitted by James Master, The Pilot News Managing Editor
MARSHALL COUNTY — Highway Supervisor Jason Peters gave his monthly report to the Marshall County Commissioners during Monday’s meeting.
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