The 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 Transfer Request for Unexpected Jail Electrical Upgrades
Improvements at the Marshall County Jail suddenly had to be expanded to include electrical upgrades. Earlier this year, the County Council appropriated $14,000 to add dropped ceilings in the jail lobby, in an effort to improve climate control, lower utility costs, and solve noise issues. Continue reading
Marshall County Council Approves Funding for Health Department Move, Building Upgrades
The Marshall County Council is moving ahead with funding arrangements for improvements to some county buildings. On Monday, council members approved some additional appropriations requested by the County Commissioners. Continue reading
Marshall County Council Approves Community Crossings Funding Arrangements
The 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
Faulkner Fabricating Moves Closer to Second Tax Abatement in Just Over a Year
Just over a year after getting a tax abatement from Marshall County, Faulkner Fabricating was back in front of the County Council Monday to request another one. Jerry Faulkner says his Bourbon-area business has grown faster than he anticipated. Continue reading
Faulkner Fabricating to Request Additional Tax Abatement from Marshall County Council
An additional tax abatement for Faulkner Fabricating will be discussed during this morning’s Marshall County Council meeting. The Bourbon-area business was granted a 10-year property tax abatement last year to help the company expand its building and add new jobs. Continue reading
Marshall County Considers Chiller Replacement in Face of Aging Equipment
The Marshall County Council will consider a budget request from the county maintenance department to replace the chiller at the county building. Continue reading
Rep. Harman Looks to Cash Reserves, Jail Tax Revenues for Road Funding
Marshall County’s looking to spend a significant amount of money to bring roads up to a good state of repair, but State Representative Tim Harman says he’s figured out a way to do it without raising taxes. Continue reading
Plymouth Declares Support for Local Road Funding Options
The Plymouth Common Council has come out in favor of additional taxes in Marshall County to support road improvements and economic development. During a special session last week, the council passed a resolution supporting the adoption of a Local Option Highway User Tax (LOHUT) and a County Economic Development Income Tax (CEDIT). Continue reading
Marshall Council Supports EMA Assistant Position
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 Scheduled to Fill Bremen Council Vacancy
Republican Party officials in Marshall County will caucus on Thursday, Nov. 5 at 5 p.m. to fill a vacancy on the Bremen Town Council. Continue reading
Caucus Required to Fill Council Seat
The Marshall County Republican Party still needs to conduct a caucus election tonight to fill a vacant county council seat, even though there’s only one candidate for the office. That’s the guidance party chair Dave Holmes got from the state. Continue reading
Marshall County Council Rejects Fee Proposals
The Marshall County Council rejected the adoption of a couple of new fees during its meeting Monday. Continue reading
Marshall County Council Updates Positions, Considers Full-Time Law Clerk
Marshall County is considering hiring a full-time law clerk. Continue reading
Marshall County Council Delays Reorganization
Former Marshall County Council President Matt Hassel formally handed over his gavel during the council’s meeting Monday. Continue reading
Caucus Set for Marshall County Council Seat
A caucus will be held in a couple weeks to find a replacement for Matt Hassel as the Marshall County Council member for District 1. Hassel stepped down last week in order to become the new Marshall County Sheriff. 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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Marshall County Health Department to Implement Breastfeeding Education Programs
The Marshall County Health Department will be doing more to promote breastfeeding programs and support in the community due to a state mandate.
Annette Osborn from the health department explained to the Marshall County Council this week that a part-time WIC employee will need to increase work hours by four hours per week due to the new mandate for breastfeeding education.
E-Poll Books to be Used in November Election
E-poll books will be used in this November’s Municipal General Election in Marshall County.
The county council Monday morning approved an additional appropriation for the purchase of 15 iPads at a cost of $35,010. The appropriation was advertised prior to the council’s unanimous approval. The iPads will be outfitted with the necessary software to be used for voters to sign in at the polls.
Marshall County Council Does Not Act on LOHUT Recommendation
The Marshall County Council has decided to step back and gather more information before moving forward with a Local Option Highway User Tax (LOHUT).
The LOHUT contains a surtax of the vehicle excise tax as well as a wheel tax. That money can be used to reconstruct, construct, repair or maintain streets under county, city or town jurisdiction.
Highway Administrator Laurie Baker and Supervisor of County Highways Jason Peters Monday morning spoke to the council about the funding they currently have for road projects this year. Of the $1.2 million available, the county plans to pug 13.5 miles of road and pave at least five miles of road that totals just over $500,000. The rest of the funds will be used for materials, dust control, and other actions conducted by the highway department.
