Wednesday, August 12, 2020

Concerns raised about grant program

Changes are coming within the next week to Portland Mayor John Boggs’ new COVID-19 relief grant program.
Pennville project funded

A larger library is coming to Pennville.
Dunkirk delays rate hikes

DUNKIRK — Utility rate increases that were supposed to go into effect this summer have been delayed until next year.
Boggs asks that show cancel

Portland Mayor John Boggs and the Jay County Health Department have requested the cancellation of the 55th annual Antique Engine and Tractor Show because of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Tentative schedule

Water park hours will be based on lifeguard availability.
Mayor plans to tap EDIT funds

Grant program was announced last week.
FR council updated

Broadway Street work is underway; bids for Elm Street will open Aug. 13.
Redkey to buy vehicle

REDKEY — Wednesday’s special meeting was all about police business.
Mayor creates ‘resilience grant’ program

Boggs plans to seek funding from city council at Monday’s meeting.
FR to get new press

New equipment will allow more efficient lime disposal.
Masks required

Commissioners sign resolution addressing requirements in county-owned facilities.
Not a legal issue

Mandate encourages education rather than enforcement.
Awarded, rescinded

Redevelopment commission grants funds for Jalisco, pulls back $ for brewery.
Dunkirk plant has adjusted

Efforts are being made to reduce chloride discharge.
Funds awarded for former schoolhouse

An effort to restore a former schoolhouse in northern Randolph County has received state support.

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