The Marshall County Commissioners have set aside time today to hear public comment on the proposed tax increase to help reestablish the Cumulative Capital Development Fund to the maximum point. A public hearing on the matter is set for 9 a.m.
Marshall County Highway Department to Look into Dump Sites
Marshall County Highway Supervisor Jason Peters told the commissioners last week that he is researching sites to dispose of materials to be reused for road projects.
“The county is going to have to have a dump site which will have to be state approved,” explained Peters. “We’ll have to have an archeological study done and wetland lineation sites approved where we have that documentation for federal aid projects. They can dump millings or road gravel on those sites. That’s something that’s surfaced this year and we’ll have to have that done.”
Marshall County Commissioners Approve Event Request
Diane Fisher from the Prevent Child Abuse Marshall County organization approached the Marshall County Commissioners this week to request permission to hold an event on the courthouse lawn.
Maintenance Department Requests Equipment Purchases
The Marshall County Maintenance Department is looking to purchase a bucket lift truck to reduce outside contractor fees.
County Maintenance Supervisor Doug Masterson and Gary Masterson said the employees at the maintenance department can complete needed projects that require a lift truck without the need to rent the equipment or hire another contractor. Nearly $7,000 in savings can be realized if the county owned a lift truck.
Marshall County Commissioners Approve Supplemental Contracts for Bridge Project
The Marshall County Commissioners discussed two supplemental contracts for the Hickory Road Bridge replacement project.
Engineering firm DLZ has increased the costs of contracts for extra work needed for the wetlands mitigation and the right-of-way portions of the upcoming bridge replacement project. Highway Administrator Laurie Baker said she has provided the contracts to INDOT and the officials there have blessed them for signatures.
Marshall County Commissioners to Meet Today
The Marshall County Commissioners will discuss several items when they meet this morning.
County highway administrators will give an update on projects within the county. With property taxes due soon, Treasurer Angie Birchmeier will be requesting extended hours to accommodate taxpayers with a chance to get taxes paid on time. Sheriff Matt Hassel will also be before the commissioners to discuss a road closure. Diane Fisher from Prevent Child Abuse Marshall County will also have a presentation for the board.
Property Owners Repeat Request for Deed Clarification
James and Jean Klinedinst don’t want to pay property taxes on water.
The pair, who live along Kreighbaum Lake, have been paying property taxes on approximately 18 acres of the lake and want to give that back to the county. All bodies of water in the county are traditionally owned by the local governing body, but somehow the Klinedinst’s deed shows they “own”part of Kreighbaum Lake and have been paying taxes on that portion of the lake for years.
Marshall County Commissioners Approve Insurance Renewal
Representatives from Gibson Insurance presented renewal information during the Marshall County Commissioners meeting on Monday.
Brian Kubecki recommended the return of all carriers from the previous years. Kubecki indicated that the county will see an increase in this proposal.
Marshall County Highway Department Busy with Road Work
Marshall County Highway Supervisor Jason Peters updated the commissioners this week with work being done in the county.
Peters said his staff has been busy with ditching and berming in the county. He said the idea is to get this work done ahead of when they start road work this summer. Approximately 10 miles of road will go through this process. Peters mentioned that crack-sealing has taken place on a couple of roads.
Marshall County Commissioners Receive Update on Bridge 81 Project
The Hickory Road bridge project continues to move forward.
Laurie Johnson from engineering firm DLZ told the Marshall County commissioners this week that all five right-of-way parcels have been secured. She said mitigation plans are the next focus.
“We move forward with survey, design, NEPA, and permitting of the mitigation project on the city owned property,” stated Johnson. “The archaeology report has been submitted and Cardno is completing the design. They actually submitted a preliminary design to us and to Ryan Cassidy at the Army Corp for preliminary review.”
Public Hearing Planned to Reestablish Cumulative Capital Development Fund
A public hearing is set to gather input on the reestablishment of the Cumulative Capital Development Fund in Marshall County.
County Attorney Jim Clevenger explained that a procedural issue halted the process a year ago, but this movement is needed to awaken the issue. The public hearing will allow taxpayers to weigh their opinion on a tax increase not to exceed $.0333 per $100 of assessed valuation of property. An approximate amount of $400,000 is anticipated that can be used on capital investments in the county. The highway department was used as an example as they are in need of new equipment where funding is lacking.
Marshall Commissioners to Receive Quarterly Reports, Insurance Update
The Marshall County Commissioners will receive updates from various county department heads this morning. EMA Director Clyde Avery and Building Inspector Chuck DeWitt will each present their quarterly reports. Continue reading
Marshall County Receives Bids for Apple Road Bridge Replacement
The replacement of the Apple Road Bridge has drawn interest from four companies. Bids were opened during this week’s Marshall County Commissioners. Continue reading
Marshall County Museum Proceeds with Grant Applications
The Marshall County Museum is moving ahead with upgrades to its Sports Room, as well as a few other projects. Continue reading
Marshall Commissioners Approve E-Recording Agreement
Marshall County is moving ahead with the addition of e-recording services. The county commissioners approved an agreement Monday with e-recording vendor Simplifile. Continue reading
Expansion of Marshall County Prosecutor’s Office Underway, Following Health Department Move
Now that the Marshall County Health Department has completed its move to the Community Resource Center, attention is now turning to the expansion of the County Prosecutor’s Office. Continue reading
Marshall Commissioners Proceed with Paver Purchase
Marshall County is moving ahead with the purchase of a $308,000 paver for the highway department. Caterpillar submitted the lower of the two bids the county received. Continue reading
Marshall County Commissioners to Consider E-Recording
The Marshall County recorder’s plans for electronic document filing will be considered by the county commissioners this morning. Recorder Marlene Mahler is expected to ask the commissioners to approve a contract with e-recording provider Simplifile, after the county council gave its support last week. Continue reading
Marshall County Weighs E-Recording Services
The Marshall County Recorder’s Office may soon allow certain documents to be filed electronically. The county council gave its support Monday to a contract with e-recording provider Simplifile. Continue reading
Hickory Road Bridge Replacement Preparations Continue
Preparations for the Hickory Road Bridge replacement project continue to move ahead. Laurie Johnson with engineering firm DLZ told the Marshall County Commissioners Monday the paperwork on the final right-of-way parcel was expected by the end of this week. Continue reading
