No Wrong Door Networking and Training


Contacts:

McKayla Hammond

VetSET Coordinator
Elkhorn Logan Valley Public Health Department/

Northeast Nebraska Public Health Department

(402) 529-2233

mckayla@elvphd.org

www.elvphd.org

Teri Clark

VetSET Project Director

Nebraska Association of Local Health Directors (NALHD)

(402) 904-7983

vetset@nalhd.org

http://www.nalhd.org

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 

Are you ready for veterans and their families when they walk through your door? No Wrong Door Networking & Training comes to communities across Nebraska

Nebraska Association of Local Health Directors (NALHD) VetSET Nebraska project, in partnership with and The Brain Injury Association of Nebraska, is coordinating 5 No Wrong Door training and networking events across the state (see attached flyer). Multiple dates and locations are available as follows:

 

  • July 21 – Scottsbluff (Register by July 16)
  • July 22 – North Platte (Register by July 16)
  • Sept. 9 – Norfolk (Register by Sept. 3)
  • Sept. 10 – Fremont (Register by Sept. 3)
  • November 4 – Beatrice (Register by Oct. 29)

No Wrong Door trainings have been developed by the multi-disciplinary Veteran’s Brain Injury Task Force over the past several years to give community members from a range of professions and organizations information to better serve the veterans and their families in their communities. In this one-day training, participants will hear from veterans and their families, as well as experts in the field, to learn about military culture, how military experiences, PTSD, and Brain Injury influence the emotions and behaviors of military members and their families, and available resources and support through the VA and other organizations. Additionally, they will connect with others in their communities who have the same goal.

 

Invited to attend are professionals and community members who have contact with or work with returning service members or veterans. NALHD’s Executive Director, Susan Bockrath, encourages those in the community who have not traditionally worked with veterans to attend. “We especially want to make sure that folks who might not think their work relates to Veterans know that these trainings are coming up and that there really is value for everyone… teachers, principals, health professionals, county clerks, clergy, employers, law enforcement… etc. It’s a great way to network with a cross-section of our communities toward a common goal.”

 

“There are over 8,000 veterans in our Northeastern Nebraska counties. Many people are working with veterans or their family members and are not aware of the culture they bring with them. This training will help people in the community become more aware of those things”, says McKayla Hammond, VetSET Coordinator for the Elkhorn Logan Valley Public Health Department in Wisner and Northeast Nebraska Public Health Department in Wayne.

 

The training makes service members more visible to community providers, says Teri Clark, Air Force Veteran and VetSET Project Director. “At our last training, we asked participants if they served military members. Just over a third of them didn’t think they did. When we followed up with them after the training, they reported more frequent interactions with Veterans and their families in their day-to-day business.”

 

To date, over 1400 individuals across Nebraska have attended the trainings and the feedback we get from those attending the trainings continues to indicate that participants value the information and opportunity to network.”

 

For more information and to register, visit http://nalhd.org/nwd.html or call 402-529-2233.

 

VetSET Nebraska is Rural Veteran Coordination Pilot project funded through a grant from the VA Office of Rural Health to the Nebraska Association of Local Health Directors (NALHD). The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) created this grant program to support Veterans and their families who reside in rural or underserved areas and make sure they have the support and resources to successfully reintegrate into their families and communities.

 


 

Wanda K. Dodge, 58, of Lyons NE


Wanda K. Dodge, 58 years, of Lyons, NE died Tuesday, July 14, 2015 at her sister’s home in Fremont, NE. Wanda was born November 19, 1956 in Fremont, NE to William and Marguerite “Margie” (Bales) Riggs. She grew up in Fremont and lived here until moving to Lyons, NE in 1997. Wanda married Tony Dodge on February 8, 1989 in Yankton, S.D. She was employed as a CNA at the Logan Valley Manor in Lyons, NE for 17 years. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Lyons.

Wanda is survived by husband, Tony; daughter, Stacey Toft of Fremont; step-son, Aaron and wife, Amanda Dodge of Columbus, NE; step-daughters, Lisa and husband, Daniel Martines of Denver, CO and Jessica Bates of Lincoln, NE; brothers, William “Chip” and wife, Kathie Riggs of Fremont, R.J. “Dick” and wife, Joanne Riggs of Omaha, James Riggs of Columbus and Thomas and wife, Laurie Riggs of North Bend, NE; sisters, Debbie Kinkenon and Joyce and husband, Richard Mangum all of Fremont; 1 grandchild and 6 step grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and 2 brothers, John and Gary Riggs.

Funeral service will be 1:30 P.M., Friday, July 17, 2015 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 1160 N. Garden City Road in Fremont. Bishop Seth Chappell will officiate. Visitation will be Thursday, with family receiving friends from 5PM to 7PM at Moser Memorial Chapel in Fremont and continue 1 hour prior to the service at the church. Burial will be at Memorial Cemetery. Family requests casual attire for the funeral service.

Memorials may be directed to the family.

Moser Memorial Chapel, 2170 N. Somers Ave., Fremont, NE 68025 402-721-4490

Wanda Dodge

Wanda Dodge

Half-Price Youth Lifetime Permit Program


Cabela’s Outdoor Fund has renewed a three-year agreement to gift $150,000 to the Nebraska Game and Parks Foundation in support of the Half-Price Youth Lifetime Permit Program.

The program provides Nebraska youth, age 15 and younger, the opportunity to obtain a lifetime hunting and fishing permit with half of the cost paid by the Foundation. Lifetime combination hunting/fishing permits, fur harvest permits, habitat stamps and the Nebraska waterfowl stamp are also options for program winners.

The Foundation established the Half-Price Youth Lifetime Permit Program in 2006 through an anonymous donation of $1 million creating an endowment to encourage and provide opportunities for youth to obtain a lifetime permit to hunt and fish to help ensure the future of hunting and fishing in Nebraska. In addition to public permit drawings at Nebraska Game and Parks Commission events statewide, conservation organizations and events focused on outdoor pursuits are eligible to hold drawings or use these half-price permits in raffles as fundraisers for their activities.

“The Foundation appreciates Cabela’s continued contribution and dedication to this program,” said Foundation Chairman Jim Abel. “With Cabela’s generous help, we are able to ensure that Nebraska’s outdoor heritage remains strong for generations to come.”

Through 2014, 3,836 lifetime permits have been issued to young hunters and anglers. The Foundation has invested $709,995 in the program. Including federal matching funds, this investment is conservatively estimated to be worth $4.9 million for conservation efforts in Nebraska.

The outdoor retailer Cabela’s is headquartered in Sidney, Neb.

For more information on the Half-Price Youth Lifetime Permit Program, visit OutdoorNebraska.org and then type “Youth Lifetime Permits” in the Search box at the top of the page.

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Nebraska Game and Parks Commission
2200 North 33rd Street
Lincoln, NE 68503
402.471.0641
www.OutdoorNebraska.org

Free Scrap Tire Collection


The Papio Missouri River NRD, Nebraska Loess Hills RC&D Council, and the Lower Elkhorn NRD are organizing another free scrap tire collection!  The collection will be Friday, August 7, 2015 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (noon) at the Washington County Fairgrounds in Arlington, NE.

The 10 county collection area includes Burt, Colfax, Cuming, Dakota, Dodge, Douglas, Sarpy, Stanton, Thurston and Washington counties.  “Residents and businesses which do not charge tire disposal fees are encouraged to dispose of their scrap tires during this collection”, said Deborah Ward, Papio Missouri NRD Program Assistant. “We suggest that loads with less than 20 tires plan to arrive during the last 90 minutes of the collection. This will usually result in a shorter wait time for these smaller loads.”

The fairgrounds are located in Arlington, NE on the north side of Hwy 30.  Vehicles should enter the fairgrounds using the east entrance on Hwy 30. The collection will accept all sizes of car, truck and tractor tires. Each load is limited to 100 tires. All tires must be off rim, no rims will be accepted.   Tires cannot be accepted from any business or entity which charges a tire disposal fee.  Do not leave vehicles unattended in line. Limited unloading help will be available, so plan to unload your own. Semi-trucks may not be able to unload if there is limited maneuvering room.

“After the collection, Champlin Tire Recycling will load and transport the tires to their facility for further processing”, said Deb Ward. “This processing includes repair and retread of salvageable casings, reclamation of tires meeting used tire specifications and the production of park benches, picnic tables and feed bunks.”  Funding for the free collection is provided through a grant from the Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality. For more information please contact Deborah Ward at the Papio Missouri River NRD (402)374-1920 ex. 101.

 

 

John P. Mohr, 50, of Scribner NE


John P. Mohr age 50 of Scribner passed away  Tuesday July 14 at Fremont Health Medical Center.
Visitation will be Friday with family present from 4pm to 8pm at Ludvigsen’s Scribner Funeral Chapel in Scribner. Graveside service will be held 10:30am Saturday at the Scribner Cemetery with full military honors by the American Legion Post 121 of Scribner; luncheon to follow.

John was born November 8, 1964 in Fremont to Harry and Sally ‘Barron’ Mohr. He was raised in Scribner and graduated from Scribner High School in 1983. He was in the United States Navy from 1983-1987, serving many locations throughout the world. After his time in the Navy he returned to Scribner. John worked as a Maintenance Electrician for D&L from 1988 to 1995 and Smeal Fire Apparatus from 1995 to 2000. He then found his true passion working on boats as a Marine Mechanic working for Woodcliff Marine and then finally at Valley Marine. He married Patty Mahowald on November 7, 1992. They resided south of Scribner but spent most of their spare time at their cabin they built in Decatur on the Missouri river.

Survivors:

Wife – Patty of Scribner

Stepson – Chris (friend Nicole) Weber of New Market, MN

Mother – Sally Mohr of Scribner

Brothers – Jeff (Lola) Mohr of Omaha; Perry (Shari) Mohr of Hooper

Sister – Jill Mohr of Fremont

Father-in-law- Nicholas ‘Bud’ Mahowald of Lakeville, MN

Mother-in-law – Shirley Mahowald of Lakeville, MN

Sisters-in-law – Terry Sutter of Lakeville, MN; Joni (Danny) Anderson of Lakeville, MN

Brothers-in-law – Mike Mahowald of Florida

Nic Mahowald of Albany, MN

Jeff (fiancé Carol) Mahowald of Prior Lake, MN

Best buddy – Dexter

Many nieces and nephews

John was preceded in death by his father, Harry and niece Angie; brother-in-law Rob and sister-in-law Amy.

John Mohr

John Mohr

Burt County Fair Update


There has been an update for Open Class entries at the Burt County Fair in Oakland NE. Please bring your entry to the Ag Hall at the Burt County Fairgrounds in Oakland NE on Thursday August 6th from 2:00-8:00p.m. 

The Burt County Fair begins on Friday, August 7th and continues until Tuesday, August 11th in Oakland NE. 

Elaine M. Holm, 93, of Wakefield NE


Elaine M. Holm, 93, of Wakefield, Nebraska passed away Wednesday, July 15, 2015 at the Wakefield Health Care Center in Wakefield. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 18, 2015 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Wakefield, with Pastor William Bertrand officiating.

Visitation will be held 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Friday, July 17, 2015 at Bressler – Munderloh – Smith Funeral Home in Wakefield with a prayer service at 7:00 p.m. Burial will be in the Wakefield Cemetery in Wakefield. Arrangements are under the direction of Bressler – Munderloh – Smith Funeral Home in Wakefield.

Happenings at Oakland Heights


Oakland Heights News

By Nancy Silvey Activity Director

This week we are having our Annual Ice Cream Social Fundraiser on Friday July 17th at 7:00 pm it’s a free will donation, there will be Polka Music provided by Ron Schulzkump. We have a resident’s birthday coming up Betty Krutilek celebrates her Birthday on July 21st. On Tuesday July 21st we will be going to Golden Oaks Potluck dinner. Then on Thursday July 23rd is our Monthly Waffle Supper serving from 5:30 to 6:00 pm.

      Church Service for July 19th at 2:30 pm will be given by First Methodist Church with a luncheon served afterwards. On Monday July 20th at 2:30 pm is communion with First Lutheran.

      Activities for the week of July 20th to July 25th , are as followed, Reading with Marilyn, Manicures, Reminiscing Group, Reading Group, Sing a Long, Bingo w/Methodist, Bible Fellowship, Reading the Local Paper,   Let’s Play Ball, Crafty Cooking, Friday Bingo and Saturday morning movie.

     Volunteers signing in last week were; Judy Nelson, Betty Hanna, Bonnie Fleischman, Marge Maller, Mary Donavon, Anne Anderson, Nadine Anderson , Di Ruwe, Mary Fritz, Connie Fager and Lola Bridgeford.

     Guests signing in last week were: Gary and Karen, Ron and Mary, Nona, Carla, Sharon and Sheila, Emery and Mary, Dale and Jeanette to see Dolores Anderson. Also here to visit was Brian Gorack to see Jene Hightree.

 

 

 

Village of Decatur Meeting Minutes


Village Board of Decatur Regular Meeting
July 9, 2015 4:30P.M.
The Board of the Village of Decatur met in regular session at 4:30 P.M. at the City Hall on July 9, 2015. Visitors signing in were Nina Mussack, Shiela Maryott, Dale Wolf, Jim Maryott, Betty Sparks, Laura Sparks, Debbie Maryott, Jaime Bacon, Patty Plugge, Stephanie Warren, Jimmy Warren, Jason Troutman, Jolene Stevens, Bob Kellogg, Susan Houck, Cheyanne Jessen, Jill Maryott, Jeanea McCulloch, Kay Kellogg, Penny Warren, Theresa Magill, Debbie & Charlie Krutilek, Jackie Anderson. Not signing in Donnie Warren, Ellen Olson, Matt Connealy, Steve Kellogg, and Jim Nicola

1)        The meeting was called to order by Chairman Loretta Kellogg.
Roll Call: Bolln-here, Kellogg-here, Richards-here, Tolby-here, Wolf-here.
2)         Agenda and minutes of the previous month’s meeting were received:
Roll Call: Bolln-yes, Kellogg-yes, Richards-yes, Tolby-yes, Wolf-yes.
3)         Approval and/or corrections and suspended reading of the previous month’s minutes.

Correction: None to report
Roll Call: Bolln-yes, Kellogg-yes, Richards-yes Tolby-yes, Wolf-yes.

4)         EXCUSE BOARD MEMBERS NOT ATTENDING MEETING:
            All Present

5)         REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS, AND OR COMMITTEES
1) Police Monthly Report- Kellogg stated that we are waiting to hear if Joseph Gatto is accepted to the police academy in Grand Island.

A-Sleuth Program Bolln made a motion that we drop the Sleuth program 2nd Wolf, Roll Call Tolby -yes     Richards-Yes, Wolf -yes, Bolln- Yes Kellogg-yes

2) Lights Monthly Report- Wolf reported no problems and no complaints

3) Water & Sewer Monthly Report- Richards reported that the sewer issue has been fixed and all covered up.      Alta asked about Judy Andersons water. Bob stated that the water is running through the meter. Kellogg asked   that Richards follow up with Judy.
4) Parks Monthly Report – Tolby reported income of $7567.88 for June. She stated that the bathrooms need to be tended to. Kellogg stated that the floors in the bathrooms need to have the bumpy stuff on it and then a coat that will keep the floors dry. The shower needs a curtain. Tolby stated that they need to have a light in the bathroom. The walk down to the dock the railing needs to be repaired. A concerned citizen asked if the mold in the bathrooms is black mold?

Kellogg stated she said that when she was down she saw people fishing from the dock and laying out on the dock. Kellogg stated that we should invest in a sign that states No Fishing or Swimming off dock and no unattended boats. Kellogg stated that when the boy scouts came they were rained out. When they come this month they will do the painting.

 

5) Streets Monthly Report –Bolln reported sales tax received for April was $2,628.11. He said maybe next year can do something with the money coming in from sales tax. Kellogg asked if there was a bid for rock for the roads up by Holidays and Skips. No bid for rock has been published but we will run an ad.

6) Recycling- Nothing to report

6)         OLD BUSINESS
            1) Health & Life Insurance bids- Jaime and Kay came to the table. Jaime stated that the Blue Cross renewal is coming in with a 7.73% raise in premiums which is high. She also presented a bid for United Health Care. The comparable UHC is 700.00 savings. She asked if we had any questions on the current plan. The insurance takes affect 8-1-2015. Kay stated she also has a bid from United Health Care. Bolln made a motion that this be tabled until next meeting. 2nd by Tolby. Roll call Richard-yes, Wolf-yes, Kellogg-yes, Bolln-Yes, Tolby-yes. There will be a special meeting, due to the next regular board meeting is after the 1st.

2) Employee hours- Kellogg stated we are discussing the hours not any person or their character. We are discussing hours. Right now we pay 112 hours out from maintenance and 80 hours out of the office. Somewhere along the line we need to cut these because not all these hours are needed. She stated that we do need about 50-70 hours per week out of the maintenance building and 40 hours in office so someone is there each day. We need to do some budget cuts and she needs to know what other board members ideas are. She asked what the board members for their ideas. Wolf stated that she has been driving around the city for weeks and she finds many things that are in bad shape. She would like to purpose that we cut some hours and hire someone to clean the clinic because they are not happy with how it is being cleaned. That we hire someone to take care of the park, the city hall and the dump. Because Melvin is getting so old and he is not able to take care of the dump. The dump is full of weeds and Frank burned the dump and that helped. Wolf thinks that we need to hire a maintenance person for so many hours a week to take over of all four jobs. Kellogg questioned if it would be cheaper by not having to pay an hourly wage.  Bolln said you are just adding another person. Kellogg stated would not have to pay insurance, vacation or sick leave. Kellogg stated that she has had a lot of people come to her to mow for 8 or 9 dollars a hour. Kellogg stated that if we eliminate 40 hours from the maintenance and hours limited in the office area that would cut out a bunch of the budget. Bolln made a motion to leave the hours as is. Motion died for lack of 2nd. Tolby made a motion that we eliminate Mr. Magill. Kellogg stated that Tolby made a motion to eliminate the 40 hours that Dan Magill holds she requested a 2nd. Wolf 2nd roll call- Richards-no, Bolln-no, Tolby-yes, Wolf-yes, Kellogg-yes. Kellogg stated that we will be eliminating the 40 hours that Dan carries so when do we want it to end. Wolf made a motion that the hours will end on the 15th of July. 2nd by Tolby Roll call- Richards-no, Bolln-no, Wolf-yes, Tolby-yes, Kellogg-yes. Then they discussed the office hours. The clerk asked if they could do a trend study and see when there needs to be 2 people in the office. Also maybe reducing both of the office hours down to 32 hours per week. discussion went on. Bolln made a motion that we table the office hours until next meeting. 2nd by Tolby Roll call- Richards-yes, Wolf-yes, Kellogg-yes, Bolln- yes, Tolby- yes.

7)         NEW BUSINESS
            1) Nina Mussack- Cops/ Nina came to the table she said her first question was covered at the beginning. Nina stated that the information she had was that Joseph had been refused entrance into the academy. Kellogg stated that he had applied in 2010 and the guy at the academy many people can redeem themselves. Kellogg stated if he cannot go to the academy we do not need his services. Nina said true. Nina thought that the background check should have been done before his hiring. Nina asked if that was done. Loretta said yes the back ground check we did is the one that anyone can get. Alta stated that only a police chief or a sheriff can pull a background record. Nina wanted to know if he has a permit to carry a gun. Nina would like to see the permit. Kellogg said yes. Nina asked if he was still going to be on as an active officer in Decatur? Kellogg stated that he can be for 1 year has a peace officer. Nina asked what the difference between peace officer and police officer. A police officer has certified training and a peace officer is not certified. Alta said he is a peace officer he can give tickets and stop people. Nina also stated that Joe’s speeding around town needs to be addressed. Nina also stated that in her opinion she John Paul was hired illegally because this was not advertised in the paper. Kellogg stated we advertised for a police man in Decatur. Loretta stated that at the board last month they voted to let her hire a part time police officer. Nina asked if they were any interviews for a part-time officer.     Kellogg stated she interviewed many and all were considered for both full and part time. Clerk stated that motion in the last meeting was for Loretta to set a schedule for the part-time, but not to hire. Bolln stated that he didn’t remember hearing the motion to hire. Nina is saying not to get rid of John Paul she just thinks it was done wrong. Kellogg stated at the last meeting it was agreed to hire Joe full time and hire a part time officer. Nina said she has nothing bad to say about John Paul. Nina stated as far as the part-time you did have other part-time applicants. Kellogg stated yes. Nina then went back to Joseph and asked that he has paper work to fill out to file. Kellogg stated yes he has filed the paper work with the academy. Nina stated then if he is not accepted then will you open the position up for a full time officer. Kellogg stated yes. Kellogg stated that if he cannot go to the academy there is no sense in continuing his service. Nina also stated she was concerned about him carrying a gun. Kellogg stated that she appreciated that the community coming to us and asking questions.

2) 4-H Contract- Jackie came to the table they reviewed the contract Wolf made a motion to renew the lease with 4-H 2nd Tolby Roll call Richards-yes, Bolln-no, Tolby-yes, Wolf-yes, Kellogg-yes.

 

3) Jim Maryott- Answering emergency questions/ Jim came to the table to talk to the board about the sirens and the emergency procedures for the city. He stated that there has been a lot of talk since the last storm event. Legion Hall was open and the park was evacuated and they had 35-40 adults, kids, and dogs. Things that we learned from that is maybe have a sign-in sheet so everyone is accounted for. He talked with Bill Pook region 5and 6the civil defense he has given us a lot of money for the 911 system, and the repeaters. The bottom line lowest siren you can get is about $12,000 up to $20,000. He stated that we would like to place a siren down by the new river houses, one down in the marina and in Beck Park. But that would be a big cost to the village. The new siren blast to take shelter is one 2 minute blast and all clear will be 3 blasts. Testing is done on the 1st Saturday of each month at 10 AM. Jim stated that the best defense is would be to purchase a storm radio. He also discussed the Village may want a generator for the power in the future.

 

4) Consideration to vacate portioning 12th St adjacent to lots 11 through 17 Block 41 – at request of property owners. The board discussed this. Richards made a motion to carry out the vacate. 2nd Bolln Roll call Tolby-yes, Wolf-yes, Kellogg-yes, Richards-yes, Bolln-yes. Clerk stated that the ordinance will be done at next month’s meeting.

5) Patty Plugge – Burt Co. Economic Development. Patty came to the table and invited Decatur to become part of the organization. Burt County Board of Supervisor has agreed to pay 1/2 of the fees. So the cost to the Village would be $1400 in January and $1400 in July. There was a discussion about a news article about the county board implementing a lodging tax in Burt County.   Patty stated that she is not for or against it. Shiela Maryott came to the table and joined this discussion. Shiela is against a lodging tax. Patty said that she is just here to let us know about Burt County Economic Development organization. Alta made a motion to table this matter until next month 2nd by Bolln Roll call Tolby-yes, Richards-yes, Wolf-yes, Bolln-yes, Kellogg-yes.
6) The dump – Weeds, road, and tree limb dumped on the road. Kellogg said that we have already discussed the       dump.

 

8)        CORRESPONDENCE

Email from EPA showing the graffiti on the sign going into the dump was going to be left out of the             inspection report. Clerk stated the we will be receiving a complete inspection report is on its way.

 

9)       ANNOUNCEMENTS

1) Clerk announced that the ATV/UTV stickers will be ordered next week for the 2015-2016. They are to be             renewed in August.

 

10)       APPROPRIATIONS AND CONSIDERATION OF THE CLAIMS:

 

1) Claims preapproved by Wolf and Tolby

2) Motion to Approve the Claims as Submitted

Richards 2nd Bolln

 

Roll Call: Tolby-Y, Wolf-Y, Richards-Y, Bolln-Y, Kellogg-Y,

Are there any questions from the audience? Debbie Maryott came to the table and suggested the with employee hours cut go to 30/30. Debbie Krutilek had a question about the 40 hours. Kellogg said that we will not be rehiring for those 40 hours. But will hire out for a few hours. Susan Houck was questioning how much will be saving by eliminating 40 hours. Kellogg stated that we have been working on this budget since January.

10)       MOTION TO ADJOURN THE MEETING          

Richards 2nd Bolln

Adjournment Time:   6:20 pm
 

Loretta Kellogg/Chairperson

Ann Chytka /Village Clerk

 

Update on Roundabout at Highway 32/77 Junction


The roundabout at the junction of Highway 32/77 was projected to be completed at the end of this month. The date has been pushed back at least two weeks.

“The contractor is 2 weeks behind their schedule—that puts us into the middle of August; inclement weather will extend the delay.

They hope to resume the paving operation late next week,” stated Jeff Francis, project manager.

Stay tuned to Kat Country Hub for further updates.