2 • The Beacon January 23 , 2025
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Bigrigg excited to serve as county commissioner
By Josie Sellers For The Beacon
Bob Bigrigg stepped into his new role as Coshocton County commissioner on Jan . 2 .
“ I had a long , productive and satisfying local career in the private sector and certainly expect this to continue into the public sector ,” he said . “ I love our local community , its people and rich history , and want to be a working part of the economic growth of Coshocton County and improving the quality of life for all residents .”
Bigrigg retired from his banking career on March 29 , 2024 , and since then has been working to
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adoption spotlight
MEET STEVIE
Stevie is one of our recent intakes in the process of getting all his health checks and neuter surgery . He ’ s an adorable little purr machine about three months old and will be ready for adoption in late February or early March . You can say hi to him at Tractor Supply Company in Coshocton .
If you are interested in adopting , please visit our adoptable pets inside Tractor Supply Co .
Coshocton County Humane Society 499 Downtowner Plaza , Coshocton • 740-575-5829 Please text or call to set up an appointment !
“ I love our local community , its people and rich history , and want to be a working part of the economic growth of Coshocton County and improving the quality of life for all residents .”
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“ I want to thank the very professional and proficient staff of the commissioner ’ s office , current Commissioners Dane Shryock and Gary Fischer , and retiring outgoing Commissioner Rick Conkle for ensuring a smooth and effective transition ,” Bigrigg said .
He loves being involved in the community and looks forward to being a part of the decision-making process .
“ Every day is a learning experience for me ,” Bigrigg said . “ Our community needs residents to stand up , get involved , build relationships , help your neighbor , and make our community a great place to live , work and raise a family .”
He looks forward to being part of the completion of projects like Skip ’ s Landing and the Veterans Memorial Park at the Court Square . There also is a lot of potential for the county with the former AEP property , which has approximately 2,500 acres of developable real estate , water resources and electrical infrastructure in place .
“ Our biggest challenge is to acquire grants to help provide water and wastewater access and better road access to the property ,” Bigrigg said . “ By no means is this easy , but demand for this type of property is there . We will work diligently to entice industry to move to or develop in this area . We will strive to bring continued economic progress and development to our county and to improve the quality of life for each and every resident .”
An incorrect email address appeared in the farmers market vendor meeting article . The correct address is coupon . programs @ coshfarmmarket . org .
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