Culver Town Manager Jonathan Leist was before the Marshall County Commissioners last week to notify them of an annexation petition on five contiguous parcels totaling 71 acres at 17664 State Road 17 and 19456 State Road 10 in Culver owned by Thomas Beste. A rezoning request for a proposed Planned Unit Development (PUD) project is also up for consideration.
REES Project Committee to Offer Unique Auction Item
The REES Theater Project Committee members plan on offering a Marshall County Courthouse clock tower tour as part of a fundraiser set for this fall.
Committee member Donna Pontius asked the Marshall County Commissioners for permission this week to include a tour of the clock tower as part of an auction item slated for a REES Theater fundraising event on Friday, Oct. 5.
Commissioners Ratify Agreement with HERC
The Marshall County Commissioners approved a contract with Heavy Equipment Response Coalition (HERC) for flood emergency clean-up services.
The county and the City of Plymouth entered into an agreement with the not-for-profit agency where volunteer disaster response services, supplies and materials will be provided. Josh Walker helped solicit the organization out of Michigan to help with efforts during the flood event. The volunteers with the organization were coming back from relief efforts from hurricane activity in the south and stopped in at Plymouth to offer help.
Commissioners to Hold Public Hearing on Cumulative Bridge Fund Increase
A public hearing is set for Monday, March 19 to hear comments on the proposed increase to the Marshall County Cumulative Bridge Fund.
The proposed property tax increase is for $.0524 cents per $100 assessed valuation. The fund helps collect funds to rebuild deteriorated bridges. The average taxpayer would see an increase of $26.20.
Marshall County Highway Crews Continue to Assess Flood Damage
Crews with the Marshall County Highway Department continue to assess roads after the flood event, but some remain under water and cannot be reviewed. Some roads remain closed due to high water. As of Friday, only 18 roads remain closed or with a high water barricade. Marshall County Highway Supervisor Jason Peters told the Marshall County Commissioners Monday morning that number has dwindled considerably since the waters started to rise significantly on Feb. 20.
Marshall County Commissioners Review Flood Information
The Marshall County Commissioners continue to assess damage left behind by flood waters.
Emergency Management Agency Director Clyde Avery said the volunteer piece of the Marshall County Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan went very well, but several important aspects were missing concerning response.
Marshall County Commissioners to Meet Today
The Marshall County Commissioners will meet today where updates on flooding assessments will be given. Plan Director Ralph Booker and Building Commissioner Chuck DeWitt will request a waiver of building permit fees for flood victims. Emergency Management Agency Director Clyde Avery will present an emergency disaster update as well as request permission to apply for the 2017 EMPG salary reimbursement request and give a quarterly report.
Today is Doc Bowen Day in Marshall County
Today is Doc Bowen Day as proclaimed by the Marshall County Commissioners.
Marshall County officials and the Town of Bremen are recognizing what would have been Dr. Otis R. Bowen’s 100th birthday today.
Commissioner Kurt Garner read the proclamation aloud to those in attendance at last week’s commissioners meeting.
Disaster Declaration Issued for Marshall County
The Marshall County Commissioners have issued a disaster declaration, in response to this week’s record-breaking flooding. The declaration says that water accumulations are making driving conditions hazardous. Residents are encouraged to stay off the roads, and to use caution if they do need to travel.
Marshall County Highway Supervisor Presents Proposed 2018 Road Program
Marshall County Highway Supervisor Jason Peters presented the proposed 2018 road program to the county commissioners Monday morning.
Peters noted that the list may change with how the roads shape up after winter operation assessments and flooding issues experienced in the county.
Commissioners Approve Transfer Documentation for Shady Rest Home
The Marshall County Commissioners discussed a proposed transfer documentation for the Shady Rest Home.
UPDATE: Travel Warning Issued In Marshall County
According to local authorities, the Marshall County Commissioners have issued a travel warning in German Township due to flooding.
Additionally, Highway Supervisor Jason Peters provided an updated list of road closures. Continue reading
Commission, Council Presidents Urge Resolution to Empty Highway Positions
Marshall County Commissioner Kevin Overmyer would like to see a resolution to the unfilled positions at the highway department.
He explained to fellow Commissioners Mike Delp and Kurt Garner Monday morning that the assistant clerk position needs to be filled as well as the county engineer position. He stated that the person who is currently doing the work of two clerks is up to 75 hours of comp time since Jan. 1. He mentioned that Highway Supervisor Jason Peters is at 80 hours of overtime.
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 Health Department Receives Grant
The Marshall County Health Department is the recipient of a $2,500 mini grant from the Indiana State Association of County and City Health Officials.
According to Marshall County Health Department Administrator Christine Stinson, the grant funds would be used as a voucher program to test known IV drug users for Hepatitis C as she feels that is a population that needs more health study.
Culver Town Council Discusses Interlocal Agreement
The Culver Town Council members reviewed an interlocal agreement between the town, Marshall County and Marshall County Building Commissioner Chuck DeWitt.
It was the same document presented to the county commissioners last week for approval. Town Manager Jonathan Leist explained then that the agreement allows DeWitt to assist Culver with needs during county business hours on an annual basis. The fee was increased to $3,000 to bring it in line with the same services to the Town of Argos.
Culver Town Council Approves First Reading of Annexation Ordinance
The Culver Town Council members held the first reading of an ordinance that would annex 71 acres of property into the town.
The five contiguous parcels include 17664 State Road 17 and 19456 State Road 10 owned by Thomas Beste. The annexation is for the purpose of a planned unit development (PUD).
Commissioners Approve Extended Hours for Tax Collection
The Marshall County Commissioners took action last week to approve extended hours for the purposes of tax collection as requested by Treasurer Angie Birchmeier.
County to Dispose of old Law Barristers
The Marshall County Commissioners have authorized the sale of old law bookcases that are no longer needed.
When asking for additional space for a legal resource center in the courthouse, Circuit Court Judge Curtis Palmer told the commissioners that the bookcases in the basement are about 20 years old and are of no use to any attorneys or court personnel.
Marshall County Joins 250 Other Jurisdictions in Opioid Litigation
Marshall County Attorney Jim Clevenger told the county commissioners this week that 250 other counties, cities and towns have joined in the multi-district, federal litigation against the manufacturers and distributors of highly addictive prescription medications.