LOCAL GOVERNMENT

BZA OK's tower variance

A communications tower in Bearcreek Township that became controversial when it was built without local approval took the last of several steps in that approval process Thursday night.

Dunkirk cleans up for Glass Days (5/25/04)

DUNKIRK — Continuing with efforts to try to improve the appearance of the community prior to the June 1-5 Glass Days Festival, council members here Monday approved the purchase of a new bush-hog, capable of trimming tall weeds.

Bullards to drop project (5/27/04)

A re-zoning request that generated stiff opposition from residents of a southeast Portland neighborhood is being dropped.

Sludge contract awarded (6/4/04)

The Portland Board of Works awarded the contract for a new sludge dewatering system for the wastewater treatment plant at its meeting Thursday morning.

Shocking

The Portland Police Department will soon be one of 2,000 agencies in the United States which use Taser guns.

Wal-Mart project discussed more (6/15/04)

A spokesperson for several people who own condominiums near the site of a proposed Wal-Mart Supercenter in Portland asked county officials Monday to be included in any meetings regarding drainage for the new store.

Tower, fine OK'd

A county zoning advisory group has given its approval to a communications tower in Bearcreek Township that has already been constructed.

Purchase of county Tasers OK'd (6/14/04)

Jay County police will soon have another weapon to choose from when facing an unruly or aggressive person.

Airport bids to be opened (6/17/04)

The Portland Aviation Board will open bids for phase one of the taxiway extension project at the end of the month.

SWCD seeking funding (6/7/04)

An effort to replace funding cuts for a longtime local program has come to Jay County Commissioners.

Raises in pay OK'd (6/8/04)

The Portland City Council unanimously approved on the second vote a 4 percent pay raise for appointed officers and city employees.

Repairs needed at Dunkirk plant (6/15/04)

DUNKIRK — More problems for the city water department surfaced this week.

Fund changes pending (6/21/04)

An attempt to find money for a water conservation effort could mean a big change in a county fund currently being used for bridge repairs and renovation.

Two vie for GOP nod

A two-term North District Commissioner seeking a third term is facing a primary challenge from a fellow Bearcreek Township resident.

Spraying schedule revised (6/10/04)

The Portland Street Department soon will begin spraying for mosquitoes in the city.
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