Benton County
Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Benton County.
- Buyer type:
- County
- Location:
- Fowler, IN
- Country:
- US
Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Benton County.
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
194494
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
8,883
Propensity to Spend
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AI Adoption Score
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Startup Friendliness
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Latest Budget Year
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Operating Budget
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Benton County
The commissioners discussed highway maintenance needs, including crack sealing progress and the approval of two structure repair quotes. The Veteran Affairs office provided an overview of the county service officer's accreditations and claim management system usage. Economic development updates included the introduction of a new intern. Additionally, there was a discussion regarding the design and funding schedule for Bridge 125. The meeting concluded with the review and approval of payroll, monthly claims, and an Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement.
The meeting covered several departmental updates and actions. The Highway Superintendent reported on road patching and bridge maintenance. The Clerk presented polling locations for the upcoming election, which were approved. Economic Development discussed the comprehensive plan renewal and READI 2.0 funding. Planning and BZA matters included approval for the Templeton Wind permit extension and property setback applications. The Sheriff reported on jail repairs, deputy hiring, and facility maintenance. EMS/EMA/DHS provided updates on hiring and grant funding. Additionally, the board approved payroll, an invoice for technical support, a site lease agreement for internet services, and several Road Use Agreements.
The board discussed highway department operations, including road maintenance, bridge cleanup, and upcoming small structure work. Economic development updates were provided regarding a county presence at the Kirag celebration and funding adjustments from READI. The Sheriff's department reported on jail staffing, recruitment challenges, and the acquisition of ballistic vests funded by a grant. Additionally, the board approved a bid for annual jail heating and cooling maintenance and received updates on the fair's budget.
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