The Town of Merrillville is one step away from awarding Andrean High School $1 million to help with infrastructure, and a giant gift to the Diocese of Gary's schools isn't changing at least one councilor's mind.
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The Merrillville Town Council approved a budget of $150,000 to equip Merrillville police with cutting-edge, crime fighting drones and accident reconstruction tools.
Merrillville Police Chief Kosta Nuses will serve as the emcee of the Town PD Talk while Merrillville officers and Town officials present a variety of information about the department.
The new slogan initiative comes as the Merrillville's Elections, Public Relations, and Town Beautification Committee gears up to update the town's gateway sign.
“The Comprehensive Plan is a major undertaking in the Town of Merrillville as it will include projects for the next 20 years,” Town Council President Rick Bella said.
The solar farm will produce clean and renewable energy, and it’s expected to generate hundreds of thousands of dollars in annual property tax revenue, town officials said.