Bourbon Eyes Snow Removal, Adds Reserves Dugout
December 14, 2016 at 5:09 p.m.
By Carol Anders-
Tim Berger was unanimously approved as a part-time seasonal hire for snow removal. As an hourly employee, he will work on an as-need basis at $14 per hour. The council instructed Roger Terry, street department, to handle how the determination for snow removal will be handled.
Police Chief Bill Martin received permission to use two new candidates for the reserve program. Martin said he had already completed background checks on Adam Kraining and Travis Bays. Martin indicated that they were the only applications that he received.
The council will seek a second quote for the construction of a dugout shelter at the Little League field. Kim Berger, clerk-treasurer, said there was no dugout on one side and children had to sit in the sun for long periods of time. They had one quote for the proposed project, however, council members indicated that they would want at least one more quote. A motion to award the project to the lowest bidder was approved by a 3-0 vote.
Bill Keyser was re-appointed as the town representative to the Marshall County Economic Development Corporation. Rodney Ronk was appointed to the Marshall County Emergency Management Agency Advisory Board.
Berger informed the council that the trash removal fee with Republic Services would be increased in January. The fee will increase from $14.38 to $14.60. The fee includes recycling.
There was some discussion concerning plans to construct a firing range for reserve police officers to use for qualifying. It was noted that they currently use a Fraternal Order of Police facility out of town at a cost of $1,000 yearly and that they are only able to use it three or four times per year. Town attorney Mark Wagner suggested that their insurance carrier be contacted to find out if there would be specific restrictions for such items as fencing, signage, etc. The town has a lot that is being considered for the project.
The kick-off meeting for the comprehensive plan was held Dec. 6. McFarland said there were approximately 25 residents in attendance.
The comprehensive plan is being compiled with the help of Michiana Area Council of Government. They plan to continue receiving information for local residents and businesses at a meeting in February. When a final date is selected for the meeting, an announcement will be published.
Although the owner of a property at 503 W. Center St., Bourbon, has until Friday to remove junk cars and debris from in front of a garage, the council approved pursuing further legal action if the stipulations in past correspondence are not met. A second deadline for the removal of an RV is in April.
Among other items, the police department issued 11 tickets for speeding during November. Police reports show that the average speed over the posted limit was 18.9 mph.
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Tim Berger was unanimously approved as a part-time seasonal hire for snow removal. As an hourly employee, he will work on an as-need basis at $14 per hour. The council instructed Roger Terry, street department, to handle how the determination for snow removal will be handled.
Police Chief Bill Martin received permission to use two new candidates for the reserve program. Martin said he had already completed background checks on Adam Kraining and Travis Bays. Martin indicated that they were the only applications that he received.
The council will seek a second quote for the construction of a dugout shelter at the Little League field. Kim Berger, clerk-treasurer, said there was no dugout on one side and children had to sit in the sun for long periods of time. They had one quote for the proposed project, however, council members indicated that they would want at least one more quote. A motion to award the project to the lowest bidder was approved by a 3-0 vote.
Bill Keyser was re-appointed as the town representative to the Marshall County Economic Development Corporation. Rodney Ronk was appointed to the Marshall County Emergency Management Agency Advisory Board.
Berger informed the council that the trash removal fee with Republic Services would be increased in January. The fee will increase from $14.38 to $14.60. The fee includes recycling.
There was some discussion concerning plans to construct a firing range for reserve police officers to use for qualifying. It was noted that they currently use a Fraternal Order of Police facility out of town at a cost of $1,000 yearly and that they are only able to use it three or four times per year. Town attorney Mark Wagner suggested that their insurance carrier be contacted to find out if there would be specific restrictions for such items as fencing, signage, etc. The town has a lot that is being considered for the project.
The kick-off meeting for the comprehensive plan was held Dec. 6. McFarland said there were approximately 25 residents in attendance.
The comprehensive plan is being compiled with the help of Michiana Area Council of Government. They plan to continue receiving information for local residents and businesses at a meeting in February. When a final date is selected for the meeting, an announcement will be published.
Although the owner of a property at 503 W. Center St., Bourbon, has until Friday to remove junk cars and debris from in front of a garage, the council approved pursuing further legal action if the stipulations in past correspondence are not met. A second deadline for the removal of an RV is in April.
Among other items, the police department issued 11 tickets for speeding during November. Police reports show that the average speed over the posted limit was 18.9 mph.
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