LOCAL GOVERNMENT
Mixed views on tax caps
Expect to see property tax caps on the ballot in November.
Controversy smoldering
DUNKIRK - Controversy continues to swirl over council assignments and other issues here.
Text alerts considered
Jay County Sheriff Ray Newton is looking into two text messaging systems that could help keep track of first responders and alert residents in the event of emergencies.
Hoping to slow down traffic
Jay County Commissioners are hoping to slow down drivers - especially those in semis - on a county road south of Portland.
District passes on tipping fee increase
A solution to financial concerns for a local group won't include an increase in fees - at least not right now.
Thinking positively
Despite a rough economy, the city of Portland had some triumphs in 2009.
Another files for county recorder
A Democrat has entered the race for Jay County Recorder.
EKGs going mobile
A $20,000 grant for equipment to relay cardiac data from local ambulances to Jay County Hospital has been approved.
Geneva gets fire grant
GENEVA - The fire department here has been awarded a $93,761 grant to make several equipment purchases.
Fact-checking recent comments
Statements made by a city official at a recent Portland Aviation Board meeting about airport revenue streams were in error.
Sewer estimates reviewed
The price tag to separate storm and sanitary sewers in the north side of Portland won't be tiny.
More $ for MyFarms
The Jay County Economic Development Income Tax advisory board has recommended providing $75,000 in seed money over three years to a startup project that would help improve efficiency for farmers.
Consultant deal delayed
A local board wants answers about a substantial cost increase between two contracts before voting on the matter.
Fennig asks funding for microchips
Some day soon, a new wave of technology could be developed in downtown Portland.
Hosier headed to D.C.
A Portland official is hoping some face time with federal leaders will mean more money for the city.
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