The Kosciusko County Commissioners met today for their bi-weekly meeting of the board. The short meeting featured the talent of a young, award-winning writer from Milford.

Ty Brooks, a third grade student from Milford Elementary School, recently won an essay competition held by the Association of Indiana Counties and Star Financial Bank. Brooks was named the winner for the AIC’s northeast district.

Brooks secured a $100 award for his school for winning the contest. Essays were judged on communication of a county’s role in building and maintaining infrastructure.

During the meeting, Brooks read his essay to the commissioners and was presented a framed copy of his essay as well as a commemorative book. Brooks is the son of Clayton and Mindi Brooks of Milford.

In other business:

• County Attorney Chad Miner noted the sale of a property in North Webster had received a second bid. The highest bid, which was reportedly $5,100, will be awarded the sale during a July meeting of the board pending new developments do not occur.
• Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Sheriff Aaron Rovenstine noted the retirement of John Hart from the force. Hart, who served as Mentone Town Marshall in the past, has served with the sheriff’s department for approximately 27 years. A celebration honoring Hart will be held at 3 p.m. today, in the Kosciusko County Court House justice meeting room. The public is welcome to attend.