Category Government

Community, Government

City consultant will review power agreement proposals

Proposals from all three finalists vying for the Logansport Municipal Utilities power contract will be reviewed to ensure that any oversights are prevented, Mayor Dave Kitchell said Tuesday. Kitchell has asked Robert McCullough, a city consultant hired to perform oversight…

August 9, 2016

Community, Government

Jeroski appointed to Logansport Redevelopment Commission

A Logansport native who is employed with Braun Corporation will be joining the board that approves Tax Increment Financing spending in the city. The Logansport City Council Monday night unanimously approved the appointment of Jill Appollonio Jeroski to the Logansport…

August 5, 2016

Community, Government

2017 Budget Information for Government Units in Cass County

According to Indiana Gateway, beginning with 2016 budgets, local governments were no longer REQUIRED to publish budget notices in a newspaper. They ARE required to be posted online at BudgetNotices.In.Gov. You can view proposed budget and property tax levy notices…

July 31, 2016

Community, Government

Indiana Republicans to hold Gubernatorial Candidate Caucus

Updated at 2:15 p.m. on July 26: INDIANAPOLIS, IN- The Indiana Republican State Committee voted today to fill the gubernatorial ballot vacancy, which was previously held by Governor Mike Pence. Chairman Jeff Cardwell made the following statement after the vote:…

July 26, 2016

Community, Government

Wholesale Power Proposals available on LMU website

LMU’s website (www.logansportutilities.com) now includes information on the top three Wholesale Power Proposals. These submissions have been redacted by the vendors to protect their trade secrets. We hope you will find this information pertinent to your review of our future…

July 22, 2016

Community, Government

Laird appointed to Logansport USB by mayor

A former member of the five-member board that governs Logansport’s four public utilities will again serve on that body. Mike Laird, 67, Logansport, retired owner of Markley Abstract and his own realty firm, will succeed Dan Slusser when his term…

July 21, 2016

Community, Government

LMU to consider new electricity vendor

LMU currently purchases the electricity it sells to its customers from Duke Energy, under a contract that began in 2009 and runs through Dec. 31, 2018. The contract requires that LMU notify Duke by Dec. 31, 2016 if they do…

July 21, 2016

Community, Government

Indiana Governor named Vice Presidential running mate

After several days of speculation, Donald Trump tweeted this morning: “I am pleased to announce that I have chosen Governor Mike Pence as my Vice Presidential running mate. News conference tomorrow at 11:00 A.M” Facing a noon deadline, Pence filed…

July 15, 2016

Community, Government

Logansport Municipal Utilities Public Information Meeting set for July 20

Please be advised that Logansport Municipal Utilities has scheduled a public meeting to allow information to be heard from the firm of Lewis & Kappes concerning their recommendation of a Wholesale Power Provider. Representatives from NextEra Energy Power Marketing will…

July 15, 2016

Community, Government

At mid-point of 2016, city adding, renovating, refurbishing

We’ve invited Logansport Mayor Dave Kitchell to share updates from the city in a monthly column on CassCountyOnline.com. It wasn’t one singular event that made for a productive month for the city of Logansport in June, but collectively, the month…

July 6, 2016

Government, State

Beware of bogus vacation packages, pause before posting travel plans on social media

Before jet-setting off to your summer vacation spot this year, avoid common travel mistakes that may put you at risk for fraud or invite criminals to your doorstep. Indiana Attorney General Greg Zoeller’s Office offers the following tips: When booking…

June 28, 2016

Government, State

Some Hoosiers eligible for compensation as part of settlements with Volkswagen

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Indiana Attorney General Greg Zoeller today announced that an estimated 6,638 Volkswagen customers in Indiana will be eligible for monetary compensation and the option to have their vehicles bought back or modified to reduce emissions, as part…

June 28, 2016

Government, State

State Sen. Randy Head to Serve on Study Committees

STATEHOUSE — State Sen. Randy Head (R-Logansport) will serve on the following study committees, commissions and council during the summer and fall months to help prepare for the 2017 session of the General Assembly: Interim Study Committee on Agriculture and…

June 22, 2016

Columns, Community, Government

Update from Logansport’s Clerk-Treasurer

The following column was shared by Logansport Clerk-Treasurer Stacy Cox: In accordance with Indiana Code 36-4-10-4.5, as the fiscal officer, I have decided to switch all city and utility bank accounts to Salin Bank. I did not take this decision…

June 17, 2016

Government, State

Voters may receive postcards that require a response

INDIANAPOLIS – This week, some Hoosier voters will start receiving postcards in the mail from the Secretary of State Election Division asking them to confirm their current address or update their voter registration information. Voters who receive this postcard must…

June 16, 2016

Government, State

Secretary of State Connie Lawson Urges Citizens to Report Elder Abuse

In recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15, Secretary of State Connie Lawson urges citizens to value and protect Indiana’s seniors by reporting possible abuse. “Although elder abuse comes in many forms – physical, financial, emotional, neglect…

June 15, 2016

Community, Government

2014 State Audit for City of Logansport, LMU released

The Indiana State Board of Accounts has released its 2014 audit of the finances for both the City of Logansport and the Logansport Municipal Utilities. The audit, which was conducted earlier this year, indicates that the Logansport Municipal Utilities had…

June 13, 2016

Columns, Government

Donnelly outlines policy proposals to help create jobs in Indiana

The following guest column was submitted by U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly. I have always believed that our country works best when the middle class is strong—it’s good for families, businesses, and our local communities. For decades, the strength of the…

June 8, 2016

Community, Education, Government

Indiana Secretary of State launches Summer Reading Program

INDIANAPOLIS — Secretary of State Connie Lawson has launched the Indiana Secretary of State Summer Reading Program. This program is part of her office’s efforts to teach Hoosiers the importance of financial literacy and smart money management. “As students leave…

June 4, 2016

Community, Government, State

Governor Pence Announces Distribution of $505 Million to Local Governments

Indianapolis – Governor Mike Pence today announced that county auditors have distributed $505 million to local government units, including $435 million that can be used for transportation infrastructure maintenance for counties, cities, and towns as part of Senate Enrolled Act…

June 1, 2016