Kosciusko County Councilwoman Kathy Groninger on Tuesday announced her candidacy for County Council at-large, a position she currently holds.
An attorney, wife, mother and small business owner, she is married to County Commissioner Cary Groninger and they have three adult children.
She stated, “I am encouraged with the progress that the county has made these last few years. Some of the things that we have accomplished are as follows: new public safety towers and an upgraded radio communications system for first responders, an opioid settlement grant that is being used to expand mental health services in the jail and assisting Fellowship Missions.
“Additionally, we have expanded our county internet connectivity through partnerships with local providers and the use of ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) funds,” she said.
Kathy is excited about the future of Kosciusko County, according to a news release she provided. Some projects of interest are a long-term strategic financial planning for the county, implementing a new health initiative with the county Health Department through funding from the state of Indiana, and continuing with the expansion of internet services through collaborating with local providers and the use of federal dollars.
She said, “It’s been a blessing to serve the constituents of Kosciusko County and if re-elected, I will work to keep our tax rates low while leveraging grant opportunities to prepare Kosciusko County for the future.”
Rachael Rhoades, Pierceton, and Delynn Geiger, Warsaw, have also filed for the three at-large seats, which are currently held by Kathy Groninger, Sue Ann Mitchell and Joni Truex.