By Keith Knepp InkFreeNews MILFORD — A new branding logo for the town of Milford made its debut this week, appearing for the first time on the doors of one of the community’s utility trucks. Eventually, the new design will be placed on all of the town-owned vehicles. According to Milford Clerk-Treasurer Tricia Gall, the …read more.

MILFORD — For two months, meetings of the Milford Redevelopment Commission were dominated by plans for a new business known only as “Project Marine,” which planned to bring 75 new jobs to the area by 2023. At the commission’s Tuesday morning, Oct. 8, meeting, Project Marine’s identity was unveiled. Williamsburg Marine, a startup marine industry …read more.

MILFORD — The Monday, Oct. 7, meeting of Milford Town Council saw another episode in the town’s ongoing dispute with property owner Ron Davidhizar. Davidhizar and his attorney, Bill Davis, addressed the council in the hopes of getting relief from fines imposed on several properties in various states of disrepair. The council denied that relief, …read more.

“You guys rock,” exclaimed Suzie Light, Kosciusko County Community Foundation director, as she addressed a room of more than 50 people gathered in the Milford Community Building Thursday, Aug. 8, for the seventh of 11 “Hometown Chats” hosted by KCCF. So far, said Light, Milford “gets the award for most attendees.” The purpose of the …read more.

MILFORD — Milford Clerk/Treasurer Tricia Gall informed attendees to the June 10 meeting of the Milford Town Council the wastewater rate hike will take effect in July. Residents will see the roughly $3 increase on their August bill. The average rate will be around $46.50. The June 10 meeting was the first since the resignation of …read more.

MILFORD — Milford crowned its 2019 cuties during an event on the Main Street stage at Milford Fest, an all-day carnival, car show and street dance held May 25. This year’s Cutie Contest, sponsored by Milford Lions Club, had a total of 21 entrants for two age groups, ages 2-3 and 4-5, vying for prince …read more.

MILFORD — At the Feb. 11 meeting of the Milford Town Council, Steven Marquart, water operator and street superintendent, discussed two of the town’s major infrastructure projects for 2019. The projects involve paving, replacement of outdated water lines and the addition of hydrants. In 2018, Milford was awarded a Community Crossing grant of $117,643 to pave …read more.

MILFORD —  Milford Town Council officially learned of the impending departure of Town Marshal Travis Marsh at its monthly public meeting Monday evening, Feb. 11. Referring to the news as “bittersweet,” Marsh submitted his letter of resignation, which will become effective March 11 or 31, depending upon when a replacement can be found. Marsh has …read more.

MILFORD — The case of a Milford town resident alleging three of his amendments to the U.S. Constitution were violated and the town’s noise ordinance is “unconstitutionally vague and overboard” has been filed in U.S. District Court Northern District, South Bend. The case has been assigned to District Court Judge Philip P. Simon and referred …read more.

MILFORD — In spite of Milford’s utilities being “$65,000 in the hole,” according to Town Clerk/Treasurer Joellen Free, town council members chose to table a vote on raising wastewater rates at its public meeting Monday evening, Dec. 10. Instead, the council will review its economic situation on a quarterly basis through 2019. In March, suggested Doug …read more.

MILFORD — Milford Town Council spent much of its Monday, Nov. 12, public meeting dealing with end-of-the-year issues, which included town employees’ 2019 health insurance plan. With the absence of Doug Ruch, council president, members also chose to postpone discussion of wastewater rates. Street Superintendent Steven Marquart also informed the council of Milford’s inclusion among recipients …read more.

MILFORD — A Milford resident has filed a civil tort claim against Milford Police Lt. Timothy Miller and the town of Milford over its “unconstitutionally vague and overbroad local noise ordinance, in violation of his fourth, first and 14th Amendments to the U.S. Constitution.” He is also claiming unlawful search and seizure, and trespassing. The …read more.

MILFORD — Milford residents and others gathered on a cool evening, Saturday, Sept. 29, for the second annual Milford Block Party, hosted by Harvest Coffee and held in the public parking lot on Main Street. The event featured music, games and several community organizations, including the Milford Public Library, Milford Police Department, Wawasee Community Bible …read more.

MILFORD — At the Sept. 10 meeting of the Milford Town Council, Ryan Brauen of Wessler Engineering informed the council renovations to the town’s wastewater plant are roughly two-thirds complete. He cited two items impeding progress: The new return activated sludge pumps are clogging frequently; however, Brauen said a new impeller should fix the problem. Also, …read more.

MILFORD — Those attending the monthly public meeting of the Milford Town Council Monday, Aug. 13, were greeted at the door of the meeting room with a handout from the council containing an excerpt from the Handbook on Indiana’s Public Access Laws preceded by a request not to “assert yourself into the council discussions unless it …read more.

MILFORD — The town of Milford turned out in large numbers despite the 90 degree heat for the 150th anniversary of the first Memorial Day. Those who died while serving in the armed forces were honored first with a parade and then a ceremony at Milford Cemetery. The American Legion Ancil Geiger Post 226 honor …read more.

MILFORD —  The 2018 Milford Fest Cutie Contest, hosted by the Milford Lions Club, crowned its king, queen, prince and princess Saturday morning in downtown Milford. After the first round, the judges picked a prince and princess from a group of 2-3 year olds. Garrett Landis, age 3, son of Hollie and Jeremy Landis, was …read more.

MILFORD — Milford Town Council’s monthly meeting Monday, May 14, was held at Camp Alexander Mack, two miles away from its usual town hall locale. Approximately 40 people were present to hear discussion of a possible extension of Milford’s sewer to Camp Mack, which could affect residents owning 65 parcels of land — 51 homes and …read more.

MILFORD — A discussion about hiring summer staff at Waubee Lake Park during the monthly meeting of Milford’s town council Monday, March 12, spiraled into a wider conversation covering a range of issues, from litter to drugs, besetting the park in recent years. Joining in the discussion were local residents as well as law enforcement …read more.

MILFORD — Besides grappling with a proposed sewer extension, Milford Town Council dealt with a number of issues connected with recent snowfall and freezing temperatures. Residents received a boiling order in January resulting from a breakdown of the telemetry system connecting the water tower and wastewater treatment plant, said Steven Marquart, Milford water operator and …read more.

MILFORD — Milford Town Council spent the majority of its monthly public meeting Monday evening, Feb. 12, discussing the possibility of extending sewer service to Camp Alexander Mack. Also in attendance were residents from the area possibly affected, representatives from Camp Mack and Bob Weaver, administrator of the Kosciusko County Health Department. Attention was primarily …read more.

MILFORD — The town of Milford is under a water emergency due to a communication failure from well to tower. Residents awoke this morning, Wednesday, Jan. 24, to little or no water. Utilities Superintendent Steven Marquart and crew have resolved the issue, but residents will need to boil water before drinking. The boil order will …read more.

MILFORD — For Milford residents Memorial Day weekend also brings the annual Milford Fest celebration organized by the Milford Lions Club. Milford Fest is made possible through the Lions, the Town of Milford, The Papers Inc., Beer and Jessop Amusements, Chore Time Brock, Phend and Brown and other local businesses. A variety of entertainment and …read more.

MILFORD — Following a meeting Tuesday afternoon, Feb. 7, with representatives from Lutheran EMS, the company contracted to provide ambulance service with the town of Milford, Clerk-Treasurer Joellen Free announced an agreement has been reached to modify the current financial arrangement. Beginning in 2019 and beyond, Lutheran EMS has proposed an elimination in the town’s financial …read more.

MILFORD — Doug Ruch, a firefighter with the Milford Volunteer Fire Department, as well as Milford Town Council and Redevelopment Commission member, presented the commission with the idea of forming a “fact finding group” to “look at the pros and cons of establishing a fire territory for taxation purposes” at the redevelopment commission’s first meeting …read more.