Two stop signs will be added to a North Judson intersection to make it a four-way stop.
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Efforts Continue to Add Kayak, Canoe Access Points to Yellow River
Starke County officials are confident that kayak and canoe access points will soon be coming to the Yellow River. During a recent Starke County Park Board meeting, board member Rik Ritzler said river access would likely be one of the first projects, if the Constellation of Starke region is designated a Stellar Community, according to County Attorney Marty Lucas.
Continue readingForester Pleased with Growth at Starke County Forest
The Starke County Forest is responding well to a recent timber harvest. Forester Bruce Wakeland told the Starke County Park Board last week there’s been a good amount of natural regeneration, according to County Attorney Marty Lucas. That’s preferable to planting new trees, when it comes to the forest’s management.
Continue readingStarke County Highway Superintendent Updates Commissioners on Concerns
Starke County Highway Superintendent Rik Ritzler updated the county commissioners on a few concerns that have been addressed in previous meetings.
Continue readingTraffic Study Planned for Requested Stop Signs at Intersection
A traffic study is planned in order to move forward with a request for a four-way stop at the intersection of County Road 250 W. and 700 S. in North Judson.
Continue readingStarke County Highway Department Assessing Culvert Collapse
The culvert collapse on County Road 700 East between County Road 600 North and County Road 750 North in Starke County is still under assessment.
Continue readingStarke, Marshall Counties Receive FEMA Reimbursements
FEMA reimbursement funds were recently distributed to Marshall County and Starke County from the 2018 flooding event.
Continue readingRoadway Cave-In Prompts Closure of Starke County Road 700 East Near Hamlet
A portion of Starke County Road 700 East near Hamlet is closed until further notice. The Starke County Highway Department says it’s closed 700 East between 600 North and 700 North, after part of the roadway caved in.
Continue readingRiver Access Improvements, Koontz Lake Dam Area Mowing Discussed by Starke County Park Board
While a Stellar Community designation could bring upgrades to the Bass Lake Beach area, there might also be major improvements to recreational facilities throughout Starke County.
Continue readingStellar Planning Process Could Address Submerged Lifeguard Tower in Bass Lake
A longtime hazard in Bass Lake could finally be resolved as part of the planning process for Constellation of Starke’s Stellar efforts. A structure, believed to be an old lifeguard tower, that’s now submerged in the lake has repeatedly been discussed by the Starke County Park Board over the past few years. So far, they haven’t been able to find a way to remove it, and there have been doubts as to whether it’s the park board’s responsibility, anyway.
Continue readingStarke County Park Board to Discuss Potential Stellar Projects with Bass Lake Lessee
Big upgrades could be coming to the Bass Lake Beach, if Constellation of Starke gets its Stellar Community designation. During Tuesday’s Starke County Park Board Meeting, Board Member Rik Ritzler said several ideas have been thrown around.
Continue readingStarke County Highway Superintendent, Surveyor to Look into Drainage Issues
The recent rain events caused issues on several Starke County roads and Highway Superintendent Rik Ritzler and Surveyor Bill Crase are working to alleviate those problems.
Continue readingCommunity Crossings Projects in Starke County to Begin Soon
Constellation of Starke Selects DLZ as Consultant
Though Constellation of Starke officials were able to personally complete and submit a Letter of Intent that granted them access to the finalist round of the Stellar Communities Designation Program, they’ve recently sought out a consultant to provide additional guidance.
Continue readingChange in State Regulations Creates Challenges for Bass Lake Beach Erosion Prevention Efforts
Efforts to prevent erosion in the Bass Lake Beach area have hit a funding snag. The Starke County Park Board has obtained glacial stone, and the county commissioners agreed to let the Highway Department install it.
Continue readingConstellation of Starke Officials Preparing for Stellar Presentation
A standing ovation ushered in conversations surrounding the announcement that Starke County is a finalist in the Regional Stellar Communities Designation Program.
Continue readingStarke County Park Board Updated on Railing Repairs at Bass Lake Beach House Patio
Work continues to address safety concerns at the Bass Lake Beach House patio. The facility’s operator, Callahan Development, LLC has made temporary repairs to the patio’s railing. Starke County Park Board Member Rik Ritzler gave an update during last week’s meeting, according to County Attorney Marty Lucas.
Continue readingStarke County Gets a Portion of FEMA Reimbursement
Starke County recently received a portion of reimbursement funds from last year’s flooding event.
Continue readingClosed Starke County Road Could Reopen This Summer
Starke County Highway Superintendent Rik Ritzler anticipates the reopening a road that’s been closed for about a decade.
Continue readingStarke County Highway Department Gearing up to Work on Culverts, Bridges
Crews with the Starke County Highway Department are looking ahead to projects this year.
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