Howard County Commissioners Commissioner Meeting
The meeting included a recognition ceremony for employees who demonstrated leadership during a severe weather emergency. The commission approved the rezoning of property at 3280 West 200 North from agricultural to rural residential and adopted a new flood damage prevention ordinance. An aerial photography contract with Eagle View was approved. The commissioners discussed replacing a cooling tower and chilled water pump at the Government Center, with a directive to obtain additional quotes. An interlocal agreement with the City of Kokomo regarding public safety tax distribution for the jail project was finalized. Finally, the board established a one-year temporary moratorium on data centers to allow for research and the development of appropriate regulations.