The first reading of an ordinance was approved that would create a booking fee for inmates convicted of crimes.
Continue readingMarshall County Commissioners Schedule Public Hearing for Booking Fee Ordinance
Marshall County Commissioners Sign Paperwork for Community Crossings Grant
Marshall County Highway Superintendent Jason Peters presented the Community Crossings grant application to the county commissioners this week for signature in a another attempt to receive funding for several paving projects this year.
Continue readingMarshall County Commissioners Approve Highway Department Reorganization
The Marshall County Commissioners reviewed the proposed reorganization of the highway department Tuesday morning.
Continue readingMarshall County Anticipating More FEMA Funds
Marshall County officials are anticipating more money from FEMA from last February’s flooding event.
Highway Supervisor Jason Peters told the county council members on Monday, Jan. 14 that the county has received $16,000 in debris removal thus far.
“I talked to a gentleman yesterday,” said Peters. “Once again they switched hands,” said Peters. “He was calling and asking for county information of where to submit the check.”
The county repaired damaged roads, culverts and bridges during the flooding event last year.
In a previous meeting of the Marshall County Commissioners, EMA Director Clyde Avery said FEMA has provided approximately $350,000 in individual assistance to homeowners that were impacted.
Marshall County Commissioners to Meet Today
The Marshall County Commissioners will meet today where they will go over the reorganization of the highway department. Highway Supervisor Jason Peters will also present the grant application for the Community Crossings call for projects and discuss an ordinance that restricts trucks on certain county roads.
Continue readingJoint County Work Session Set to Discuss Septic Issues
The Marshall County Commissioners and County Council members will meet in a joint work session in February to gather more information on the septic issues in the county.
Continue readingMarshall County EDC Presents Branding Campaign
The Marshall County Economic Development Corporation is resuming efforts to brand Marshall County.
Continue readingMarshall County Commissioners Discuss Contract for Inmate Medical Services
The Marshall County Commissioners discussed the contract with Quality Correctional Care to continue services at the Marshall County Jail.
Continue readingMarshall County Commissioners Discuss Building Appraisal Contract
The Marshall County Commissioners reviewed a contract with Industrial Appraisal to perform an appraisal of all county buildings.
Continue readingBroadband Readiness Program Grant Available to Marshall County
The Marshall County Commissioners opened a public hearing on Monday morning in order to take comments on the county’s intention to apply for a Broadband Readiness Grant.
Continue readingMarshall County Commissioners to Meet Today
Marshall County Commissioners Receive Petition from Lake of the Woods’ Residents
When Marshall County Commissioners met for their final meeting of 2018 on Monday, Commissioner Mike Delp briefly mentioned a petition that was submitted on behalf of the residents of Lake of the Woods.
Continue readingMitigation Site to Receive New Plantings
The wetland mitigation site at 7th Road/Veteran’s Parkway in Marshall County will be getting new tree plantings.
Marshall County Commissioners Approve Sheriff Contract
The Marshall County Commissioners reviewed the sheriff’s contract when they met last week.
Marshall County Highway Supervisor to Apply for Community Crossings Funds
Marshall County Highway Supervisor Jason Peters will be applying for Community Crossings funds through INDOT in the January call for applications.
Some Marshall County Township Advisory Board Positions Remain Empty
There are a few Township Advisory Board positions in Marshall County that aren’t filled from the November General Election.
Marshall County Commissioners Discuss Resolution for Equipment Sale
The Marshall County Commissioners reviewed a resolution Monday morning that allows for the sale of equipment to the Starke County Highway Department.
County Commissioners Reviews Paperwork to Move Forward with Appraisals
The Marshall County buildings may soon be appraised for the first time since 2001 as the Marshall County Commissioners reviewed a proposal on Monday.
Marshall County Jail to Receive New Phone System
The Marshall County Jail employees will be working with a new phone system after action by the county commissioners Monday morning.
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.
