Director/Administrator, Jay/Portland Building & Planning Department (Zoning Administration for Jay County)
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Jul 8, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Jay County Council Meeting Minutes
The council meeting addressed various fiscal and administrative matters. Key discussion topics included the presentation of the current Local Income Tax structure and potential changes following SEA 1, the approval of a fiscal sustainability plan proposal from Baker Tilly Financial LLP, and the reaffirmation of an economic development agreement amendment for Sun Chief Solar. The council reviewed and approved CF-1 abatement compliance forms for several companies, provided a letter of support for a county-wide comprehensive plan grant, and approved a salary ordinance amendment. Additionally, the council authorized budget transfers, additional appropriations for equipment repair and professional services, and addressed citizen complaints regarding property tax deductions.
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The Board addressed various department operations, including the denial of a funding request from the Midwest Pet Refuge, staffing updates for the Health Department, and an ambulance arrival report. The commissioners reviewed a funding request from the Jay County Fair Association for maintenance and improvements. A progress update on the Sober Living House resulted in a request for additional funds. The Board held a public hearing regarding CO2 Geological Carbon Sequestration Storage Facility Standards and approved the associated ordinance. Other business included an insurance mid-year review, approval of an employee training schedule, updates to exit interview forms, and authorization of emergency claims for bridge repairs and building maintenance, alongside standard payroll and claim docket approvals.
Jun 8, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Jay County Commissioners Meeting Minutes
The board discussed updates to the Right of Way ordinance and approved an interlocal agreement with the Redkey Volunteer Fire Department for a new radio system. Commissioners reviewed an amended economic development agreement with Sun Chief Solar and received updates from the Highway Department, including guidance on truck routes. The Emergency Management department provided a quarterly report on grants and training initiatives. Additional actions included the approval of a LifeStream claim to INDOT, the payroll docket, and various departmental financial reports. An executive session was conducted to address the implementation of security systems and negotiate personnel matters.
Jul 13, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Jay County Commissioners Meeting Minutes
The board addressed several administrative and financial items, including the enactment of Ordinance 2026-10 regarding surveyor and highway fees and progress updates on Bridge #93. Significant discussions involved the Sun Chief Solar project road use agreement, necessary roof repairs for a county barn, and a fiscal sustainability agreement with Baker Tilly. The commissioners reviewed various funding requests, such as those for local economic development initiatives, arts programs, firework displays, and veteran services. Additionally, the board approved the 2027 budget, a mobile device management policy for cybersecurity, a school resource officer agreement, and a scope of services for a new public safety building.
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