Marshall County Council Approves 2017 Budget

budget-2The Marshall County Council voted this week to approve the county’s updated 2017 budget. The approval came after the council made several cuts to the budget last month, resulting in a reduction of over $1 million from initial proposals. Some of those cuts included the removal of new vehicles for the Sheriff’s Department, as well as some newly-proposed staff positions. Continue reading

Marshall County Council Approves Community Crossings Funding Arrangements

road-stripingThe Marshall County Council made some funding arrangements Monday for the county’s Community Crossings projects, but lowered the cushion for potential cost overruns in the process. The state Community Crossings program provides a 50-50 match for road projects. Back in August, Marshall County was awarded a $1 million grant, the maximum available through the program. Continue reading

Marshall Council Supports EMA Assistant Position

Marshall County Council
Marshall County Council

Marshall County plans to expand its Emergency Management Agency Department for added security at the county building.

The matter was discussed last week by the County Commissioners, but funding the proposal was addressed by the County Council on Monday morning. Currently there is a single EMA Director, but a deputy director could be used to not only help with regular duties in the office, but also provide security in the building. Continue reading

Caucus To Take Place for Marshall County Council Seat

Plans are now being laid for a new caucus in Marshall County following the resignation of Council President Matt Hassel.

The resignation follows Hassel’s election as Marshall County Sheriff on Tuesday night. His swearing-in took place on Wednesday. Prior to being able to officially serve as Sheriff, Hassel was required under state statute to first leave his post on the Council.
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