The Bourbon Town Council voted unanimously during their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, September 12th to increase their contribution to the Marshall County Economic Development Corporation by $5,000 for 2018. They will continue to pay $10,000 per year as well.
Council President Les McFarland brought up the request at the end of the meeting, although it was not on the agenda. He explained that the MCEDC is seeking the extra funding from towns within the county to be used for vocational training, such as welding classes. He said they hope to attract people from out of the county to fill job openings for local industries. It is estimated that there are some 400 job openings in the county over a wide range of positions.
The extra contribution will be for only one year.
Council members Larry Wattenberger and P.J. Hanley said they are aware of at least two Bourbon industries that are having difficulties in finding enough qualified applicants.
Carol Anders Correspondent
