Marshall County Commission President Kevin Overmyer discussed with the Marshall County Council Monday morning a few of the projects that will be funded with CARES Act funding.
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Marshall County Council Supports Second Phase of Veterans Parkway Project
Two representatives from USI Consultants gave an overview of the proposed second phase of the Veterans Parkway project to the Marshall County Council members Monday morning. It is proposed that Veterans Parkway would extend two miles west from north of the roundabout on Michigan Road in Plymouth to Pioneer Drive in Plymouth.
Continue readingMarshall County Council Works to Trim 2021 Budget
In order to make sure expenditures are within the levy figures produced by Marshall County Auditor Julie Fox, the Marshall County Council members worked for three hours Monday to trim down the 2021 budget to meet that expectation.
Continue readingPenny Lukenbill Named 2020 Arthur R. Himsel Award Winner
Marshall County Councilwoman Penny Lukenbill was surprised Monday morning when she was awarded the highest honor from the Association of Indiana Counties during the council’s regular meeting.
Continue readingMarshall County Council to Meet Today
The Marshall County Council members will hold a budget hearing for the 2021 budget this morning.
Continue readingMarshall County Council, Commissioners Approve Probation Department Grant Request
The Marshall County Council members and the Marshall County Commissioners reviewed a grant application request this month submitted by Chief Probation Officer James Bendy.
Continue readingMarshall County Council Works on 2021 Budget
Marshall County department heads went before the Marshall County Council members last week to go over budgets and funding requests for 2021.
Continue readingMarshall County Council Reviews Additional Appropriation Request for Work at County Building
Marshall County Buildings and Grounds Maintenance Director Doug Masterson asked for an additional appropriation to do some work at the Marshall County Building.
Continue readingMarshall County Council Considers MCEDC Grant Application Request for Business Relief
The Marshall County Economic Development Corporation is considering applying for OCRA funding for business relief after a conversation with the Marshall County Council this week.
Continue readingMarshall County Commissioners to Prioritize Projects for CARES Act Reimbursement
The Marshall County Council members fielded several additional appropriation requests that may be reimbursed with CARES Act funding, but the Marshall County Commissioners want to prioritize the projects to determine that reimbursement.
Continue readingMarshall County Council to Meet Today
The Marshall County Council members will discuss the 2021 budget when they meet this morning. They have been meeting with department heads to discuss needs and potential budget cuts. The council will trim down the budget prior to its advertising in this morning’s meeting. Prior to those discussions, Auditor Julie Fox will review the estimated property tax levy and the estimated impact of the circuit breaker.
Continue readingMarshall County Council Approves Job Descriptions for Health Department Positions
The Marshall County Council members met in special session Thursday afternoon to approve job descriptions for two positions in the Health Department.
Continue readingMarshall County Highway Superintendent Discusses Additional Projects with County
Marshall County Highway Superintendent Jason Peters asked the Marshall County Council members for their support in doing some extra projects with appropriated money.
Continue readingMarshall County Election Board Presents Additional Appropriations
The Marshall County Election Board members asked the Marshall County Council members for $560 in additional wages and more for election supplies.
Continue readingMaintenance Director Asks Marshall County Council for Project Funds
Marshall County Buildings and Grounds Maintenance Director Doug Masterson asked the County Council this week for additional money to complete some projects this year.
Continue readingMarshall County Health Administrator Presents Grant Applications, Request to Hire
Marshall County Health Administrator Ashley Garcia wants to hire two people in her office, but job descriptions need to be in place in order for the hiring process to move forward.
Continue readingMarshall County Commission President Talks with County Council about COVID-19 Funding
Many of the funds Marshall County officials are spending in response to COVID-19 are expected to be reimbursed, according to Marshall County Commission President Kevin Overmyer. He told the Marshall County Council members on Monday that Barnes and Thornburg officials are processing claims through representatives of the Indiana Finance Authority (IFA) who determines if it is a valid expense for reimbursement.
Continue readingFree COVID-19 Testing Available in Marshall County This Week
The Indiana State Department of Health will offer free COVID-19 testing beginning Tuesday in Marshall County and in 10 other counties this week.
Continue readingMarshall County Council to Meet Today
The Marshall County Council members will meet today where they will discuss a request to fund projects from Buildings and Grounds Maintenance Director Doug Masterson.
Continue readingMarshall County Plan Director Gives Annual Report
Marshall County Plan Director Ty Adley gave the Marshall County Council members an update on how things fared in 2019.
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