BACK FORK WATER PROJECT - One More Time

(03/07/2001)

By Bob Weaver It seemed like the the grand ole days of Arch Moore, various federal and state agencies coming to Pleasant Hill School and announcing the impending construction of the Back Fork Water Project. It was 1999. Speakers spoke and pictures taken, and almost ever person there thought it was a go. The Mid-Ohio Valley Regional Council says "We thought it was," but the Small Cities Block Grant got scrapped. The Calhoun Commission has just applied again for the $515,000 need for the seven mile water line which would currently serve 52 families. Earl Lucas told the Calhoun Commission Monday evening he is hopeful, again. The total cost of the project is $840,000. The Commission met with Lucas Monday evening at a special meeting to finalize the new application. Commissioners Barr and Weaver listened to a proposal to increase the security at the courthouse using grant money. A 1996 evaluation of needs suggested one door access, security alarms, limited video cam and tape surveillance and better courtroom security. The Commission will apply for the grant to meet the minimal requirements. The regular meeting of the Commission will be held next Monday evening.

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