The Marshall County Commissioners will meet this morning where Health Department Administrator Ashley Garcia will present an appointment for an interim health officer.
Continue readingMarshall County Commissioners Extend Public Health Emergency Declaration to May 22
Marshall County continues to extend its public health disaster emergency. A resolution signed by the county commissioners Friday keeps the emergency declaration in effect until May 22.
Continue readingMarshall County Council, Sheriff Discuss Jail Operations
Marshall County Sheriff Matt Hassel gave the Marshall County Council members an update on jail operations Monday morning and the topic of the jail expansion came up.
Continue readingMarshall County Commissioners Waiting for Court Services Report
The Marshall County Commissioners have yet to receive a report from Indiana Court Services regarding a review of the county’s court system. The delay is most likely due to measures surrounding COVID-19.
Continue readingMarshall County Commissioners Extend Public Health Disaster Emergency Declaration
For the seventh consecutive week, the Marshall County Commissioners approved a Public Health Disaster Emergency Declaration on Friday. It expires on Friday, May 15.
Continue readingMarshall County Highway Department to Operate on Adjusted Summer Hours
Employees at the Marshall County Highway Department will start working four, 10-hour days during the summer months.
Continue readingMarshall County Commissioners Consider Broadband Plan Resolution
The Marshall County Commissioners reviewed information Monday morning surrounding the Broadband Readiness study.
Continue readingMarshall County Commissioners Approve Resolution for Older Adult Services INDOT Transit
Marshall County Older Adult Services Director Jackie Wright submitted to the Marshall County Commissioners the annual INDOT Transit application for 2021 funding.
Continue readingMarshall County Courthouse to Require Use of Masks
As Marshall County Courthouse officials work to resume normal operations, patrons will be asked to wear a mask while inside the building.
Continue readingMarshall County Health Department Officials Give Update
Marshall County Health Administrator Ashley Garcia updated the commissioners on Monday concerning details surrounding the response to COVID-19 and the governor’s update on Friday.
Continue readingMarshall County Commissioners to Meet Today
The Marshall County Commissioners will meet in person today on the first day the Marshall County Building opens up to the public. It’s the first time since mid-March the public has been allowed in the building due to COVID-19 restrictions.
Continue readingMarshall County Museum, Jail to Remain Closed to Public
The Marshall County Museum and Marshall County Jail will remain closed to the public, even as other county facilities reopen Monday. As previously reported, the Courthouse and County Building will reopen for essential services but will have restricted public access. Security guards may limit number of people inside at a time and make sure visitors are wearing face masks.
Continue readingMarshall County Commissioners Expected to Extend Public Health Emergency Disaster Declaration
As the Marshall County Building opens up to the public on Monday, May 4, Marshall County Commissioner Kevin Overmyer said the staff will be following guidelines when it comes to procedures in the building.
Continue readingMarshall County Leaders Proud of Efforts during Pandemic
Marshall County leaders are applauding the efforts of staff and the public for efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Continue readingMarshall County Commissioners Extend Public Health Disaster Emergency Declaration
The Marshall County Commissioners took action Friday morning to extend the county’s Public Health Disaster Emergency Declaration.
Continue readingMarshall County Highway Department Proceeding with Projects
Marshall County Highway Department crews are working on reclaiming roads, but Superintendent Jason Peters told the commissioners this week that they’re not going to be aggressive with the 2020 Road Program this year.
Continue readingMarshall County Treasurer Requests Security during Tax Collections
In light of the COVID-19 health pandemic, Marshall County Treasurer Angie Birchmeier wants to limit the number of residents paying property taxes in her office when the building eventually opens to the public.
Continue readingBusiness Owners Working with Health Department on Preparedness Plans
Marshall County Health Department leaders are working with restaurant owners, and industry and community leaders to start working on preparedness plans for when the economy resumes.
Continue readingNo Layoffs Expected at Marshall County Highway Department
The Marshall County Commissioners stressed that there will be no layoffs at the Marshall County Highway Department.
Continue readingMarshall County Health Administrator Discusses COVID-19 Testing, Data
Marshall County Health Administrator Ashley Garcia took time Monday morning to explain to the commissioners about some of the data collecting and other information they’re working on during this health pandemic.
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