The Marshall County Commission met Tuesday morning and received updates on county bridge projects, roadwork and office improvements.
Highway Superintendent Dustin Hofland reported on three bridges undergoing hydraulic studies near Tank Seed, Dennis Andrews and Donny Roehr’s properties. The county is still evaluating options for replacing the bridges, and no decisions have been made. Hofland also reported that paving on Fort Road is expected to begin Saturday or Monday.
Larissa Heitmann of the county Extension office discussed computer equipment needs. The commission approved the purchase of a new laptop and docking station. Members also discussed rearranging office spaces in the Extension building to make better use of available space.
The commission declared six tax-deeded properties surplus and will accept bids for them. Additional information is available in the legal notices in this week’s newspaper.
The commission also held executive sessions for personnel and contract negotiations. No action was taken following either session.
In zoning matters, variances were granted to Dan Brake of Buffalo Township and Jeff & Janine Wing of Lake Township. A drainage permit was postponed for Andrew Michael (Newark SD LLP) in Newark Township. Building permits okayed for Darrell & Lois Vig - Lake Township; Jason Benike - Buffalo Township; Dan Brake (with variance) - Buffalo Township; Jeff & Janine Wing (variance) - Red Iron Lake Township; Randy Deutsch - Buffalo Township.
Victor Rapkoch, Marshall County States Attorney, updated the Board on some permits and issues still in process.
