Cost of sewer plant upgrades increases to $17M; council approves first $15M of debt

The Jefferson city council heard news that is getting familiar when large construction projects are concerned. The council held a public hearing at its Aug. 23 regular meeting on a proposal to enter into a $15 million loan agreement for a state-required upgrade to the wastewater treatment plant. However, since scheduling the hearing the council’s water and sewer committee learned…

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Community Conversation Sept. 1 about new jail

Greene County sheriff Jack Williams, Jefferson police chief Mark Clouse, and Greene County attorney Thomas Laehn will discuss why they think Greene County needs a new jail at a Community Conversation Thursday, Sept. 1, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Jefferson. Social time and snacks will begin at 5 pm, with the program at 5:30. There will be time for questions…

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