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👤 Members & officials (9)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the County Council
- Don Wyss
- Ken Fries
- Kyle Kerley
- Lyndsey Hammond
- Tom A. Harris
- Paul Lagemann
Who’s on the Drainage Board
- Cheryl Zurbrugg
- Mark Rekeweg
- Mike Fruchey
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Wed Sep 9, 2026
Zoning Hearing Officer
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Allen County Hearing Officer
Public Hearing September 9, 2026
8:30 a.m. Room 30 of Citizens Square, 200 East Berry, Fort Wayne,
Indiana
Department of Planning Services
200 East Berry, Suite 150 Citizens Square, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46802
260-449-7607
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Staff:
Jacob Rose, Maureen Voors, Jenna Davis, Erica Hylemon, Tina Fraley-Long
NEW BUSINESS
1.
Proposal:
DSV-2026-0076
Applicant:
Cameron Mason
Location:
5811 Leesburg Rd
Description:
To reduce front yard setback for fence
Zoning:
R1 - Single Family Residential
2.
Proposal:
DSV-2026-0073
Applicant:
McBride Dale Clarion
Location:
13301 SR 3
Description:
Increase allowable height of signage (Huntertown)
Zoning:
C3 - General Commercial
OTHER BUSINESS
1.
Approval of August 2026 Minutes
Please contact Board of Zoning Appeals Staff with questions about accessibility:
acfwbzazho@allencounty.in.gov or 260-449-7607.
Hearing Officer
Membership Status
Term Ends
Patrick Rew, Deputy Director
Plan Commission Appointee
12/31/26
Fort Wayne Hearing Officer
Public Hearing September 9, 2026
8:30 a.m. Room 30 of Citizens Square, 200 East Berry, Fort Wayne,
Indiana
Department of Planning Services
200 East Berry, Suite 150 Citizens Square, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46802
260-449-7607
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Mon Sep 14, 2026
Fort Wayne Plan Commission
Plan Commission reviews five land use proposals including industrial expansion and rezonings
The Fort Wayne Plan Commission holds a public hearing to review five specific land use proposals. These include rezoning requests for a commercial property, a nonprofit facility, and a residential subdivision, as well as development plans for an industrial site and a lot amendment. No final decisions are recorded in the agenda text, only the items scheduled for discussion.
- Rezoning REZ-2026-0036 at 612 East Jefferson Boulevard from C3 to R1
- Rezoning REZ-2026-0040 at 5833 South Anthony from RP to C2 for The League for the Blind and Disabled
- Primary Plat PP-2026-0014 amendment for a 2-lot plat at 1110 Baxter Street
- Rezoning REZ-2026-0037 and Plat PP-2026-0013 at 10600 block of Coneflower Drive from AR to R1 for 25 lots
- Primary Development Plan PDP-2026-0020 for industrial expansion at 5120 Speedway Drive
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Fort Wayne Plan Commission
Public Hearing September 14, 2026
5:30 p.m. Room 35 of Citizens Square, 200 East Berry, Fort Wayne, Indiana
Department of Planning Services
200 East Berry, Suite 150 Citizens Square, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46802
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260-449-7607
Member
Membership Status
Term Ends
Present
Connie Haas Zuber, Pres.
Mayor Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/27
Paul Sauerteig, Vice Pres.
Mayor Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/28
Rick Briley
Park Board Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/29
Dr. Scott Myers
City Councilman (1 yr.)
12/31/26
Ryan Neumeister
Mayor Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/29
Amos Norman
Board of Works Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/27
Karen Richards
Mayor Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/26
Rachel Tobin-Smith
Mayor Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/29
Patrick Zaharako
City Engineer
Term by position
Staff: Ben Roussel, Executive Director, Michelle Wood, Senior Land Use Planner; Karen Couture, Principal Planner;
Sean Rigler, Principal Planner; and Katelyn Bultemeier, Associate Planner.
Legal Counsel: Robert Eherenman
PUBLIC HEARING AGENDA
May include items deferred or continued from an earlier date.
1. PROPOSAL:
Rezoning Petition REZ-2026-0036 – 612 East Jefferson
APPLICANT:
Samuel Benford
REQUEST:
Downzone from C3 to R1 to align zoning with use
LOCATION:
612 East Jefferson Boulevard
2. PROPOSAL:
Rezoning Petition REZ-2026-0040 – The League - 5833 South Anthony
APPLICANT:
The League for the Blind and Disabled
REQUEST:
Rezon …
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Wed Sep 16, 2026
Board of Zoning Appeals
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Allen County Board of Zoning Appeal
Public Hearing September 16, 2026
1:30 p.m. Room 35 of Citizens Square, 200 East Berry, Fort Wayne,
Indiana
Department of Planning Services
200 East Berry, Suite 150 Citizens Square, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46802
260-449-7607
Page 1 of 1
Staff:
Patrick Rew, Jacob Rose, Maureen Voors, Jenna Davis, Erica Hylemon, Tina Fraley-Long
Counsel:
Bob Eherenman
NEW BUSINESS
1
Proposal:
UVAR-2026-0031
Applicant:
The Hills Coffee Co., LLC
Location:
4704 Carroll Rd
Description:
To allow a café inside an existing church (Huntertown)
Zoning:
AR - Low Intensity Residential
2
Proposal:
UVAR-2026-0033
Applicant:
Derek Simon, PE - MLS Engineering, LLC
Location:
2802 S Ryan Rd
Description:
To allow a new building for existing sawmill operation
Zoning:
A1 - Agricultural
OTHER BUSINESS
1.
Approval of August 2026 Minutes
Please contact Board of Zoning Appeals Staff with questions about accessibility:
acfwbzazho@allencounty.in.gov or 260-449-7607.
Member
Membership Status
Term Ends
Present
Chair Adam Day
Commissioner Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/29
Vice Chair Ron Kohart
Commissioner Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/29
David Bailey
Plan Commission Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/26
Dan Gabbard
Allen County Council (4 yr.)
12/31/28
Jerry Ehle
Commissioner Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/28
Thu Sep 17, 2026
Allen County Plan Commission
Plan Commission to consider county-wide map amendments and industrial rezoning
The Allen County Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on several proposals, including two county-wide comprehensive plan amendments to update the Growth and Development Map and Future Land Use Map. They will also consider a rezoning for industrial development, two vacation petitions, and a minor plat. The meeting is a public hearing where the commission will hear testimony and may decide on these items.
- COMP-2026-0011: Adopt updated Growth and Development Map (county-wide)
- COMP-2026-0010: Adopt updated Future Land Use Map (county-wide)
- REZ-2026-0038/PDP-2026-0021: Rezone 3332 West Cook Road from A1 to I2 for North Point Commerce Park
- VPLT-2026-0013: Vacate 30-foot building line at 4218 Saint Elais Cove
- VEAS-2026-0002: Vacate utility/storm easement at 13089 Galena Creek Trail
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Allen County Plan Commission
Public Hearing September 17, 2026
1:30 p.m. Room 35 of Citizens Square, 200 East Berry, Fort Wayne, Indiana
Department of Planning Services
200 East Berry, Suite 150 Citizens Square, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46802
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Member
Membership Status
Term Ends
Present
David Bailey, Pres.
Commissioner Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/29
Adam Day, Vice Pres.
Commissioner Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/28
Mike Fruchey
Allen County Surveyor
Term by office
Lindsay Hannah
Commissioner Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/29
John Henry
Township Trustee – Commissioner Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/26
Cora Hill
Agricultural and Natural Resources Educator
Term by position
Paul Lagemann
County Councilman – Council Appointment (1 yr.)
12/31/26
Heather Presley-Cowen
Commissioner Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/2028
Ron Turpin
County Commissioner - Commissioner Appt. (1 yr.)
12/31/26
Staff: Ben Roussel, Executive Director, Michelle Wood, Senior Land Use Planner; Karen Couture, Principal Land Use
Planner; Sean Rigler, Principal Land Use Planner; Katelyn Bultemeier, Associate Planner; and Brian Sechler, Allen
County Highway Department.
Legal Counsel: Robert Eherenman
PUBLIC HEARING AGENDA
May include items deferred or continued from an earlier date.
1.
PROPOSAL:
COMP-2026-0011 – Growth and Development Map Comprehensive Plan Amendment
APPLICANT:
Department of …
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Thu Sep 17, 2026
Board of Zoning Appeals
Board to hear 7 zoning requests, including duplexes and setbacks
The Fort Wayne Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on two continued and five new requests for zoning variances and special uses. Items include allowing two-family dwellings in single-family zones, reducing setbacks for porches, fences, and storage buildings, and permitting a commissary kitchen in a professional office district. The board will also approve minutes from its July 2026 meeting.
- SU-2026-0026: two-family dwelling at 1025 Greenlawn Ave (continued from July)
- DSV-2026-0058: reduced side yard setback for porches at 1025 Greenlawn Ave (continued)
- SU-2026-0027: new two-family dwelling at 4616 South Park Dr
- DSV-2026-0066: reduce side yard setback at 726 Drexel Ave
- UVAR-2026-0032: commissary kitchen at 2720 Culbertson Ave
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Fort Wayne Board of Zoning Appeal
Public Hearing September 17, 2026
5:30 p.m. Room 35 of Citizens Square, 200 East Berry, Fort Wayne,
Indiana
Department of Planning Services
200 East Berry, Suite 150 Citizens Square, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46802
260-449-7607
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Staff:
Patrick Rew, Jacob Rose, Maureen Voors, Jenna Davis, Erica Hylemon, Tina Fraley-Long
Counsel:
Bob Eherenman
OLD BUSINESS
1.
Proposal:
SU-2026-0026 (continued from July 2026)
Applicant:
Keith Hoskins
Location:
1025 Greenlawn Ave
Description:
Allow a two-family dwelling
Zoning:
R1 - Single Family Residential
2.
Proposal:
DSV-2026-0058 (continued from July 2026 Hearing)
Applicant:
Keith Hoskins
Location:
1025 Greenlawn Ave
Description:
Allow a reduced side yard setback for residential covered porches for a proposed
duplex
Zoning:
R1 - Single Family Residential
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NEW BUSINESS
1.
Proposal:
SU-2026-0027
Applicant:
Reginald Jackson
Location:
4616 South Park Dr
Description:
Allow a new two-family dwelling to be proposed in an R1 District
Zoning:
R1 - Single Family Residential
2.
Proposal:
DSV-2026-0066
Applicant:
Rolando Castillo
Location:
726 Drexel Ave
Description:
Reduce side yard setback
Zoning:
R2 - Two Family Residential
3.
Proposal:
DSV-2026-0072
Applicant:
Mike Devos
Location:
4800 S Calhoun St
Description:
Reduce setbacks for fence
Zoning:
R1 - Single Family Residential …
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Mon Sep 21, 2026
Emergency Management Advisory Council (EMAC)
Recent meetings
Fri Aug 28, 2026
Board of Commissioners
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE COUNTY OF ALLEN
Council Chambers Courtroom - Citizens Square
200 East Berry St, Suite 035, Fort Wayne IN 46802
Richard E. Beck, Therese M. Brown, Ronald W. Turpin
NO LEGISLATIVE SESSION
August 28, 2026
1. There Will Be No Legislative Session On August 28, 2026, Due To Lack Of
Agenda Items.
Allen County does not engsge in illegs! discimination. No person shsll be excluded for participation in, or denied the
benefits of, s program, service, or activity of Allen County, or be subjected to discriminstion because of race, color, age,
sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, national origin, religion, income status, or limited English proficiency.
Any individus! with s dissbility who requires an suxilisry sid or service for effective communicstion, or s modification of
policies or procedures to participate in s program, service, or activity of Allen County, should contact the Allen County
ADA and Title Vi Coordinator Laura Maser, (260) 449-7555, [email protected], ss soon as possible but no Ister than
seventy-two (72) hours before the scheduled event. Individusls requiring special Ianguage services should contact the
Allen County ADA and Title VI Coordinstor as soon as possible but no Ister than st least seventy-two (72) hours prior to
the date on which the services will be needed.
Fri Aug 21, 2026
Redevelopment Commission
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NOTICE OF EXECUTIVE SESSION OF THE
ALLEN COUNTY REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
The Allen County Redevelopment Commission will meet in
Executive Session under I.C. 5-14-1.5-6.1(2)(D) to discuss the
purchase or sale of real estate. This meeting will be held at
2:30 p.m. on Friday, August 21, 2026 in Suite 150 of Citizens
Square, 200 East Berry Street, Fort Wayne, IN 46802. This
meeting is not open to the public. Any final action will be taken at
a subsequent public meeting.
If you have questions about this notice, please contact Rachel
Black, Senior Economic Development Specialist, Department of
Planning Services, at 260-449-7607.
200 East Berry St., Suite 150, Fort Wayne, IN 46802
A L L E N C O U N T Y. U S
Fri Aug 21, 2026
Redevelopment Commission
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ALLEN COUNTY REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
AUGUST 2026 SPECIAL SESSION MEETING NOTICE
The Allen County Redevelopment Commission will meet in special session on
Friday, August 21, 2026, at 3:15 p.m. in Room 030, Citizens Square, 200 East Berry Street.
The following items will be on the agenda:
1.
Consideration of approval of a Letter of Intent for property located within
Stonebridge Business Park
2.
Other Business
3.
Adjournment
If you have questions about items on the agenda, please contact Rachel Black at
260-449-7607.
REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION MEMBERS
Richard E. Beck, Jr. – President: January 1, 2026- December 31, 2026 (Board of
Commissioners)
Kyle Kerley, Vice President: January 1, 2026- December 31, 2026 (Allen County Council)
Therese M. Brown: June 9, 2026 – December 31, 2026 (Board of Commissioners)
Kurt Gutman: January 1, 2026- December 31, 2026 (Board of Commissioners)
Lindsay Hammond: January 1, 2026- December 31, 2026 (Allen County Council)
Tim Hines: January 1, 2026- December 31, 2026 (Board of Commissioners/non-voting
adviser)
Allen County does not engage in illegal discrimination. No person shall be excluded from
participation in, or denied the benefits of a program, service or activity of Allen County, or
be subjected to discrimination because of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, disability, national origin, religion, income status, or limited English proficiency.
Any individual wit …
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Fri Aug 21, 2026
Board of Commissioners
Commissioners to consider $5.56M in claims, tipping fee hike, and multiple road contracts
The Allen County Board of Commissioners will vote on routine items including meeting minutes, claims totaling $5,556,421.69, and several contracts and bid awards for road work, equipment, and services. They will also consider increasing the tipping fee for the county's environmental management department and approving a flexible benefits plan for employees.
- Claims for Aug 4-18, 2026: $5,556,421.69
- Increase of tipping fee for Allen County Department of Environmental Management
- Bid award to Ott Equipment Services for truck lift replacement: $985,016.45
- Bid award for Springfield Center Rd culvert replacement to S&S Directional Boring: $299,635.00
- Bid award for Greenwell Road over Jesse Gump Drain to Wisel Enterprises: $43,330.00
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE COUNTY OF
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S78 Council Chambers Courtroom - Citizens Square
W 200 East Berry St, Suite 035, Fort Wayne IN 46802
Richard E. Beck, Therese M. Brown, Ronald W. Turpin
LEGISLATIVE SESSION AGENDA
10 AM, August 21, 2026
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND MOMENT OF SILENCE
3. ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION:
3.a. Consideration of the minutes of the August 7, 2026 legislative session.
3.b. Consideration of claims submitted for the period of August 4 to 18, 2026, in the
amount of $5,556,421.69,
Documents:
08042026-08182026._PDF
3.c. Consideration of increase of tipping fee to be imposed by Allen County
Department of Environmental Management.
3.d. Consideration of one-year master services agreement for maintenance and
service of the TEK84 whole body scanner at the residential services facility, on
behalf of Allen County Community Corrections.
Documents:
TEK 84.PDF
3.e. Consideration of agreement with D&K Distribution LLC for freight of voting
machines for the 2026 General Election, on behalf of the Allen County Election
Board.
Documents:
2026 AMENDED VOTING MACHINE MOVE AGREEMENT GENERAL.PDF
3.f. Consideration of Flexible Benefits Plan for employees of Allen County through
HealthEquity Inc.
Documents:
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Allen County employees.
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Thu Aug 20, 2026
Allen County Plan Commission
Plan Commission to vote on ADA zoning update, agritourism rules, and rezoning
The Allen County Plan Commission will hold a business meeting to vote on several zoning ordinance amendments, including updates for ADA and Fair Housing compliance and expanded agritourism uses. They will also consider rezoning, plat approvals, and other planning items. The agenda includes both public hearing items and other business, with separate votes on each.
- ZORD-2026-0001: Zoning ordinance update for ADA and Fair Housing compliance
- ZORD-2026-0002: Expand agritourism uses per All In Allen Comprehensive Plan
- REZ-2026-0028: Downzone 1219 Estella Ave from I2 to R1
- PMP-2026-0004 and PMP-2026-0005: Two six-lot minor plats at 12400 block of Ray Road
- Initiation of comprehensive plan amendments for Grabill, Huntertown, Monroeville, and Woodburn zoning ordinances
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Allen County Plan Commission
Business Meeting August 20, 2026
1:30 p.m. Room 30 of Citizens Square, 200 East Berry, Fort Wayne, Indiana
Department of Planning Services
200 East Berry, Suite 150 Citizens Square, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46802
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Member
Membership Status
Term Ends
Present
David Bailey, Pres.
Commissioner Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/29
Adam Day, Vice Pres.
Commissioner Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/28
Mike Fruchey
Allen County Surveyor
Term by office
Lindsay Hannah
Commissioner Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/29
John Henry
Township Trustee – Commissioner Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/26
Cora HIll
Agricultural and Natural Resources Educator
Term by position
Paul Lagemann
County Councilman – Council Appointment (1 yr.)
12/31/26
Heather Presley-Cowen
Commissioner Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/2028
Ron Turpin
County Commissioner - Commissioner Appt. (1 yr.)
12/31/26
Staff: Ben Roussel, Executive Director, Michelle Wood, Senior Land Use Planner; Karen Couture, Principal Land Use
Planner; Sean Rigler, Principal Land Use Planner; and Brian Sechler, Allen County Highway Department.
Legal Counsel: Robert Eherenman
ADMINISTRATIVE AGENDA
1.
Review of the July 2026 Minutes, Findings of Fact and Conditions of Approval
PUBLIC HEARING AGENDA
The public hearing agenda includes those items on which testimony was heard on August 13, 2026. It may also
include items deferred from previous hearings and business sessions …
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Thu Aug 20, 2026
Board of Zoning Appeals
Fort Wayne zoning board meeting rescheduled due to lack of quorum
The Fort Wayne Board of Zoning Appeals public hearing scheduled for August 20, 2026, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum and rescheduled to September 17, 2026, at the same time and location. No agenda items were discussed or decided.
- Meeting rescheduled to September 17, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. in Room 35 of Citizens Square, 200 East Berry, Fort Wayne
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Fort Wayne Board of Zoning Appeal
Public Hearing August 20, 2026
5:30 p.m. Room 35 of Citizens Square, 200 East Berry, Fort Wayne,
Indiana
Department of Planning Services
200 East Berry, Suite 150 Citizens Square, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46802
260-449-7607
Page 1 of 1
Staff:
Patrick Rew, Jacob Rose, Maureen Voors, Jenna Davis, Erica Hylemon, Tina Fraley-Long
Counsel:
Bob Eherenman
Due to a lack of quorum this meeting
has been rescheduled to September
17th at 5:30 pm at this same location
Please contact Board of Zoning Appeals
Staff with questions:
acfwbzazho@allencounty.in.gov
or 260-449-7607.
Member
Membership Status
Term Ends
Present
Chair Lakisha Woods
Mayor Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/29
Vice Chair Ron Howard
Mayor Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/27
Rachel Tobin-Smith
Dual Mayor Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/26
Connie Haas-Zuber
Plan Commission Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/27
Jay Wilhelm
City Council Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/29
Thu Aug 20, 2026
Drainage Board
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ALLEN COUNTY DRAINAGE BOARD AGENDA
8/20/2026
Call to Order
for Regular Meeting and/or Public Hearing at 9:30 am on:
CitizensSquare-Suite 035, 200 E. Berry Street, Fort Wayne, IN 46802-2737
Approval of Minutes from 7/16/2026
Board Members: Therese Brown, Richard E. Beck Jr, Ronald W. Turpin, Mark R. Rekeweg, James Orr
Watch LIVE at https:www.allencounty.in.gov/806/Live-Meetings
Citizen Member Mark Rekeweg appointed by the Commissioners (Term expires 1/8/28)
Citizen Member James Orr appointed by the Commissioners (Term expires 7/19/28)
Belmont Woods
Drain:
Drain #:
08-10-820
Extended
Project: Belmont Woods
Subd Sec:
ESTABLISHMENT of NEW DRAIN and Periodic Maintenance
Petitioner:
Chestnut Group, Inc./Roger Delagrange
DOC#: 26-291
Contact:
DA Brown Engineering
ST. JOSEPH
SEC: 10
Township:
ACTION Petition for Establishment of a New Regulated Drain for Belmont Woods, Extended.
Surveyor's Recommendation: ACSO recommends approval.
Belmont Woods
Drain:
Drain #:
08-10-820
Extended
Project: Belmont Woods
Subd Sec:
ENCROACHMENT
Petitioner:
Chestnut Group, Inc./Roger Delagrange
DOC#: 26-292
Contact:
DA Brown Engineering
ST. JOSEPH
SEC: 10
Township:
ACTION Petition for Encroachment within the drainage easement of Belmont Woods Drain for new home construction including all
appurtenant structures in Belmont Woods Extended.
Surveyor's Recommendation: ACSO recommends approval.
Tiernan Ditch
Drain:
Drain #:
08-04-810
Extended
Project: Belmont Woods
Subd Sec:
ENCROACHMENT
Petitioner:
Chestn …
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Wed Aug 19, 2026
Board of Zoning Appeals
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Allen County Board of Zoning Appeal
Public Hearing August 19, 2026
1:30 p.m. Room 35 of Citizens Square, 200 East Berry, Fort Wayne,
Indiana
Department of Planning Services
200 East Berry, Suite 150 Citizens Square, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46802
260-449-7607
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Staff:
Patrick Rew, Jacob Rose, Maureen Voors, Jenna Davis, Erica Hylemon, Tina Fraley-Long
Counsel:
Bob Eherenman
NEW BUSINESS
1
Proposal:
UVAR-2026-0030
Applicant:
Alfred Shepherd
Location:
1808 Hathaway Rd
Description: To allow an existing parcel with no road frontage and to use private
roadway easement by more than 1 parcel
Zoning:
AR - Low Intensity Residential
2
Proposal:
UVAR-2026-0029
Applicant:
Sunbirds RV Resort & Village, LLC
Location:
11850 W Yoder Rd
Description: Allow long term campground with community building, playground, pools,
and amphitheater
Zoning:
A1 - Agricultural
OTHER BUSINESS
1.
Approval of July 2026 Minutes
Please contact Board of Zoning Appeals Staff with questions about accessibility:
acfwbzazho@allencounty.in.gov or 260-449-7607.
Member
Membership Status
Term Ends
Present
Chair Adam Day
Commissioner Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/29
Vice Chair Ron Kohart
Commissioner Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/29
David Bailey
Plan Commission Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/26
Dan Gabbard
Allen County Council (4 yr.)
12/31/28
Jerry Ehle
Commissioner Appointment …
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Mon Aug 17, 2026
Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC)
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Preparing for Strong, Ready, and Resilient Communities
Allen County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC)
Agenda
Date: August 17, 2026
Location: Citizens Square, Room 375
HR Training Room
Time: 1:30pm
Roll Call
Review and Approval of June 1, 2026 Minutes*
Review and Approval of Financial Report*
Committee Reports
• Planning
• Training/Exercise
• Communications
• Finance
Old Business
• None
New Business
• Approval of LEPC Plan*
• Appropriations Request from Allen County Fire* Document attached
• Appropriations Request for IAHMR Conference*
Public Comments
Adjourn
Next Meeting Date
• November 16, 2026
Allen County does not engage in illegal discrimination. No person shall be excluded from participation in, or denied the benefits
of, a program, service, or activity of Allen County, or be subjected to discrimination because of race, color, age, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, disability, national origin, religion, income status, or limited English proficiency. Any individual with
a disability who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to
participate in a program, service, or activity of Allen County, should contact the Allen County ADA and Title VI Coordinator Laura
Allen County
Office of Emergency Management
1 E. Main St, Suite 754
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
260-449-4663 www.allencounty.in.gov
Preparing for Stron …
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Mon Aug 17, 2026
Fort Wayne Plan Commission
Plan Commission to vote on South Calhoun rezoning initiative
The Fort Wayne Plan Commission will hold a business meeting to vote on rezoning petitions, including a multi-property South Calhoun Proactive Rezoning Initiative, and other development proposals. The agenda includes public hearing items from August 10, 2026, and each item requires a separate vote.
- Rezoning REZ-2026-0032 to C2/Limited Commercial along Rudisill Boulevard
- Rezoning REZ-2026-0033 to R2/Two Family Residential at 3819 Barr St
- Rezoning REZ-2026-0034 to UC/Urban Corridor along South Calhoun Street
- Rezoning REZ-2026-0035 to I1/Limited Industrial at 1601, 1609, 1717 S Calhoun St and 131, 136 Murray St
- Primary Development Plan PDP-2026-0019 for Indiana Tech student housing at 1133 East Washington Boulevard
zoningrezoningdevelopmenthousingplanning
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Fort Wayne Plan Commission
Business Meeting August 17, 2026
5:30 p.m. Room 30 of Citizens Square, 200 East Berry, Fort Wayne, Indiana
Staff: Ben Roussel, Executive Director; Michelle Wood, Senior Land Use Planner; Karen Couture, Principal
Planner; and Sean Rigler, Principal Planner.
Legal Counsel: Robert Eherenman
ADMINISTRATIVE AGENDA
PUBLIC HEARING AGENDA
The public hearing agenda includes those items on which testimony was heard on August 10, 2026. It may also
include items deferred from previous hearings and business sessions. Each item listed requires a separate vote.
Page
Member
Membership Status
Term Ends
Present
Connie Haas Zuber, Pres.
Mayor Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/27
Paul Sauerteig, Vice Pres.
Mayor Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/28
Rick Briley
Park Board Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/29
Dr. Scott Myers
City Councilman (1 yr.)
12/31/26
Ryan Neumeister
Mayor Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/29
Amos Norman
Board of Works Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/27
Karen Richards
Mayor Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/26
Rachel Tobin-Smith
Mayor Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/29
Patrick Zaharako
City Engineer
Term by position
1.
Review of the July 2026 Minutes, Findings of Fact and Conditions of Approval
1. PROPOSAL:
Rezoning Petition REZ-2026-0032 – C2 District of South Calhoun Proactive
Rezoning Initiative
APPLICANT:
Proactive Rezoning Work Group
REQUEST:
Rezone properties to C2/Limited Commercial, implementing the recommendations …
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Thu Aug 13, 2026
Allen County Plan Commission
Plan Commission reviews ADA zoning updates and agritourism expansion
The Allen County Plan Commission holds a public hearing to consider five land use proposals. Key items include updating the zoning ordinance for ADA and Fair Housing compliance and expanding agritourism uses to support the All In Allen Comprehensive Plan. The commission also reviews a rezoning request at 1219 Estella Ave, a vacation petition at 17907 Thunder Ridge, and two minor plats for Sapphire Ridge.
- ZORD-2026-0001: Update zoning ordinance language for ADA and FHAA compliance
- ZORD-2026-0002: Expand agritourism uses to support the All In Allen Comprehensive Plan
- REZ-2026-0028: Downzone 1219 Estella Ave from I2 to R1
- VPLT-2026-0011: Vacate 55-foot south build line at 17907 Thunder Ridge
- PMP-2026-0004/0005: Approve two six-lot minor plats at 12400 Block of Ray Road
zoningland-useada-complianceagritourismplanning
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Allen County Plan Commission
Public Hearing August 13, 2026
1:30 p.m. Room 35 of Citizens Square, 200 East Berry, Fort Wayne, Indiana
Department of Planning Services
200 East Berry, Suite 150 Citizens Square, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46802
Page 1 of 2
260-449-7607
Member
Membership Status
Term Ends
Present
David Bailey, Pres.
Commissioner Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/29
Adam Day, Vice Pres.
Commissioner Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/28
Mike Fruchey
Allen County Surveyor
Term by office
Lindsay Hannah
Commissioner Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/29
John Henry
Township Trustee – Commissioner Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/26
James Wolff
Agricultural and Natural Resources Educator
Term by position
Paul Lagemann
County Councilman – Council Appointment (1 yr.)
12/31/26
Heather Presley-Cowen
Commissioner Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/2028
Ron Turpin
County Commissioner - Commissioner Appt. (1 yr.)
12/31/26
Staff: Ben Roussel, Executive Director, Michelle Wood, Senior Land Use Planner; Karen Couture, Principal Land Use
Planner; Sean Rigler, Principal Land Use Planner; and Brian Sechler, Allen County Highway Department.
Legal Counsel: Robert Eherenman
PUBLIC HEARING AGENDA
May include items deferred or continued from an earlier date.
1.
PROPOSAL:
ZORD-2026-0001 – Allen County Substantial Amendment A
APPLICANT:
Department of Planning Services
LOCATION:
Update language to bring the zoni …
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Wed Aug 12, 2026
County Council
County Council to consider $3.6M bridge fund appropriation and other budget moves
The Allen County Council will consider multiple appropriations and transfers, including a $3.6 million appropriation for the Major Bridge Fund, a $265,900 equipment purchase for Home Detention, and various grant-funded juvenile center expenses. They will also discuss a fire district consolidation update and review 2027 tax levy and circuit breaker estimates. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and the financial report.
- Appropriation of $3,600,000 in the Major Bridge Fund for contractual services
- Appropriation of $265,900 in the Home Detention Fund for other equipment
- Ordinance 2026-08-12-01 to fund Recorder's Office 2027 expenses from the Recorder's Perpetuation Fund
- Appropriations totaling $40,000 for Juvenile Community Alternative Grant and $47,500 for Behavioral Health Competitive Grant
- Transfer of $132,740 within Superior Court for guardian ad litem and consulting services
budgetappropriationsbridgesjuvenile-justicepublic-safetytaxesfire-district
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CALL TO ORDER:
PRESIDENT, BOB ARMSTRONG
ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
July 8, 2026
FINANCIAL REPORT:
AUDITOR, JACKIE SCHEUMAN
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS REQUESTED IN THE GENERAL FUND:
460,500
$
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS REQUESTED IN OTHER FUNDS:
4,108,274
$
COMMISSIONERS REPORT
PUBLIC COMMENT
DEPARTMENT 03 - TREASURER
APPROPRIATION WITHIN THE COUNTY GENERAL FUND 100:
100-0301-415.39-77
BANK FEES
40,000
$
DEPARTMENT 04 - RECORDER
Consideration of Ordinance 2026-08-12-01 approving the Allen County Recorder's Request
to fund the Recorder's Office 2027 expenses out of the Recorder's Perpetuation Fund.
DEPARTMENT 31 - COOPERATIVE EXTENSION
TRANSFER WITHIN THE GENERAL FUND 100:
FROM:
1) 100-3101-463.13-04
BOOKKEEPER/SECRETARY
6,500
$
TO:
2) 100-3101-463.43-03
OFFICE EQUIPMENT
6,500
$
DEPARTMENT 40 - COMMISSIONERS
APPROPRIATION WITHIN THE COUNTY GENERAL FUND 100:
100-4001-411.31-13
CONTRACTUAL
240,500
$
DEPARTMENT 55 - ALLEN COUNTY JUVENILE CENTER
APPROPRIATION WITHIN THE JUVENILE COMMUNITY ALTERNATIVE GRANT
4) 140-5501-421.21-01
OFFICE SUPPLIES
4,000
$
5) 140-5501-421.22-30
OPERATING SUPPLIES
4,000
$
6) 140-5501-421.29-04
MISCELLANEOUS SUPPLIES
2,000
$
7) 140-5501-421.31-06
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
2,000
$
8) 140-5501-421.32-03
TRAVEL
28,000
$
40,000
$
ALLEN COUNTY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2026
5:30 PM
1
APPROPRIATION WITHIN THE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH COMPETITIVE GRANT
1) 141-5501-421.21-01
OFFICE SUPPLIES
1,800
$
2) 141-5501-421.29-04
MISCELLANEOUS SUP …
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Wed Aug 12, 2026
Zoning Hearing Officer
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Allen County Hearing Officer
Public Hearing August 12, 2026
8:30 a.m. Room 30 of Citizens Square, 200 East Berry, Fort Wayne,
Indiana
Department of Planning Services
200 East Berry, Suite 150 Citizens Square, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46802
260-449-7607
Page 1 of 2
Staff:
Jacob Rose, Maureen Voors, Jenna Davis, Erica Hylemon, Tina Fraley-Long
NEW BUSINESS
1.
Proposal:
DSV-2026-0060
Applicant:
Heller and Sons Inc
Location:
17659 Seahawk Ln
Description:
Reduce side yard setback
Zoning:
R1 - Single Family Residential
2.
Proposal:
DSV-2026-0062
Applicant:
Society of Theravada Buddha Sasana
Location:
8133 Hartzell Rd
Description:
Increase allowable height for construction of a new pagoda
Zoning:
A1 - Agricultural
3.
Proposal:
DSV-2026-0063
Applicant:
Blake Everhart
Location:
24124 Hoagland Rd
Description:
Reduce side yard setback
Zoning:
A1 - Agricultural
4.
Proposal:
DSV-2026-0064
Applicant:
Heller and Sons Inc
Location:
1310 Arthur Heights Dr
Description:
Reduce side yard setback
Zoning:
R1 - Single Family Residential
5.
Proposal:
DSV-2026-0067
Applicant:
Brian & Melissa Eastman
Location:
14530 Wesley Chapel Rd
Description:
Reduction of multiple setbacks
Zoning:
A1 - Agricultural
6.
Proposal:
DSV-2026-0068
Applicant:
Douglas B Troxel
Location:
11127 Rivendell Cv
Description:
Reduce rear yard setback
Zoning:
R1 - Single Family Residential
7.
P …
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Tue Aug 11, 2026
Redevelopment Commission
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ALLEN COUNTY REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
AUGUST 2026 MEETING AMENDED NOTICE
The Allen County Redevelopment Commission’s regular meeting is scheduled for
Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. in Room 035, Citizens Square, 200 East Berry
Street.
The following items will be on the agenda:
1.
Approval of the minutes for the July 14, 2026 meeting
2.
Review of financial reports for July 2026
3.
Review of 2027 Redevelopment Commission Budget
4.
Consideration of reimbursement payment – LBG BCG Parkview, LP - $81,000 (349-3701-
463-3956)
5.
Consideration of claims:
a. Clounie Landscaping, Inc. (Mowing) - $990.00 (826-3701-463.31-55)
b. US Bank (Bond Administration) - $650.00 (336-3701-463.31-07)
c. Beers Mallers (General Legal) - $2,256.00 (246-3701-463.31-01)
6.
Other Business
7.
Adjournment
If you have questions about items on the agenda, please contact Rachel Black at 260-449-7607.
REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION MEMBERS
Richard E. Beck, Jr. – President: January 1, 2026- December 31, 2026 (Board of Commissioners)
Kyle Kerley, Vice President: January 1, 2026- December 31, 2026 (Allen County Council)
Terese M. Brown: June 9, 2026 – December 31, 2026 (Board of Commissioners)
Kurt Gutman: January 1, 2026- December 31, 2026 (Board of Commissioners)
Lindsay Hammond: January 1, 2026- December 31, 2026 (Allen County Council)
Tim Hines: January 1, 2026- December 31, 2026 (Board of Commissioners/non-voting adviser)
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Mon Aug 10, 2026
Fort Wayne Plan Commission
Commission votes on major South Calhoun rezoning and Indiana Tech student housing
The Fort Wayne Plan Commission holds a public hearing to review six land-use proposals. The most significant item is a proactive rezoning of multiple properties along South Calhoun to implement the Southeast Strategy and Packard 2030 Plan. Other items include a new 20-lot subdivision, a student housing complex for Indiana Tech, and two requests to downzone commercial properties to single-family residential.
- Rezoning petition REZ-2026-0032 to REZ-2026-0035 for South Calhoun properties to R2, UC, C2, and I1 districts
- Primary Development Plan PDP-2026-0019 for a 3-building student housing complex at 1133 East Washington Boulevard
- Primary Plat PP-2026-0012 for a new 20-lot Wayne Heights Subdivision at 1426 W Wallen Road
- Rezoning petition REZ-2026-0031 to downzone 1223 S Anthony Boulevard from C3 to R1
- Rezoning petition REZ-2026-0030 to downzone 2808 Taylor Street from C2 to R1
zoninghousingland-usesubdivisionplanning
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Fort Wayne Plan Commission
Public Hearing August 10, 2026
5:30 p.m. Room 35 of Citizens Square, 200 East Berry, Fort Wayne, Indiana
Department of Planning Services
200 East Berry, Suite 150 Citizens Square, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46802
Page 1 of 2
260-449-7607
Member
Membership Status
Term Ends
Present
Connie Haas Zuber, Pres.
Mayor Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/27
Paul Sauerteig, Vice Pres.
Mayor Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/28
Rick Briley
Park Board Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/29
Dr. Scott Myers
City Councilman (1 yr.)
12/31/26
Ryan Neumeister
Mayor Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/29
Amos Norman
Board of Works Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/27
Karen Richards
Mayor Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/26
Rachel Tobin-Smith
Mayor Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/29
Patrick Zaharako
City Engineer
Term by position
Staff: Ben Roussel, Executive Director, Michelle Wood, Senior Land Use Planner; Karen Couture, Principal Planner; and
Sean Rigler, Principal Planner.
Legal Counsel: Robert Eherenman
PUBLIC HEARING AGENDA
May include items deferred or continued from an earlier date.
1. PROPOSAL:
Rezoning Petition REZ-2026-0032 to REZ-2026-0035 – South Calhoun Proactive
Rezoning
APPLICANT:
City of Fort Wayne
REQUEST:
Rezone properties to R2/Two Family Residential, UC/Urban Corridor, C2/Limited
Commercial and I1/Limited Industrial, implementing the recommendations of
Southeast Strategy and Packard 2030 Plan
LOCATION:
Multiple properties within the 1600-3900 bl …
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Fri Aug 7, 2026
Board of Commissioners
Commissioners to consider $9.5M in claims, multiple road and bridge contracts
The Allen County Board of Commissioners will consider approving claims totaling $9,523,152.15 and several construction and engineering contracts, including a culvert installation, road repairs, and bridge design work. They will also vote on a settlement in a federal lawsuit and discuss legal services for a potential property sale. The meeting is a regular legislative session with public comment.
- Claims for July 28-August 4, 2026: $9,523,152.15
- Bid award to API Construction for concrete box culvert on South County Line Rd, Marion Township: $140,835.00
- Agreement with Apex Consulting & Surveying for Spencerville storm sewer design: $29,855.00
- Bid award to Wayne Asphalt for Hoagland and Monroeville road repairs: $25,900.00
- Settlement approval in Erica L. Newton v. David J. Gladieux, et al., Case No. 1:23-cv-259
budgetroadsbridgescontractslegalsettlementpublic-works
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE COUNTY OF
ALLEN
Council Chambers Courtroom - Citizens Square
200 East Berry St., Suite 035, Fort Wayne IN 46802
Richard E. Beck, Therese M. Brown, Ronald W. Turpin
LEGISLATIVE SESSION AGENDA
10 AM, August 7, 2026
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND MOMENT OF SILENCE
3. ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION:
3.a.
3.b.
3c.
3.d.
3.
Consideration of the minutes of the July 31, 2026 legislative session.
Consideration of claims submitted for the period of July 28 to August 4, 2026 in
the amount of $9,523,152.15.
Documents:
07282026-08042026._PDF
Consideration of bid award Project #1400126 to API Construction, in the
amount of $140,835.00, for installation of a concrete box culvert on South
County Line Rd, Marion Township.
Documents:
S COUNTY LINE CULVERT.PDF
Consideration of agreement with Apex Consulting & Surveying Inc. for design
of the Spencerville storm sewer in the amount of $29,855.00.
Documents:
SPENCERVILLE ENGINEERING.PDF
- Consideration of bid award Project #2500226 on the Hoagland and Monroeville
road repairs, to Wayne Asphalt & Construction Co. Inc., in the amount of
$25,900.00.
Documents:
HOAGLAND QUOTE.PDF
Consideration of amended contract agreement #2 in the amount of
$14,600.00, with Butler, Fairman and Seufert Inc. for Bridge #32 on Van Zile Rd
over St. Joe River.
Documents:
BRIDGE 32 SUPPLEMENTAL.PDF
3.g. Consideration of Amendment #2 with Butler, Fairman and Seufert Inc. for W
Hamilton Rd Bridge #242, not to exceed …
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Board of Commissioners of the County of Allen
Suite 035, Courtroom
Citizens Square, 200 East Berry St.
Fort Wayne IN 46802
Legislative Session Minutes
August 7, 2026
1.
CALL TO ORDER : The legislative session was called to order by Richard E. Beck at 10 AM.
Commissioner Therese M. Brown and Commissioner Ronald W. Turpin were present.
2.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND MOMENT OF SILENCE
3.
ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
3.a. Consideration of the minutes of Ju ly 31, 2026, legislative session.
Ronald Turpin made a motion of Approval and was seconded by Therese Brown. Motion passed 3-0.
3.b. Consideration of claims submitted for the period of July 28 to August 4,
2026, in the amount of
$9,523,152.15.
Therese Brown made a motion of Approval and was seconded by Ronald Turpin. Motion passed 3-0.
3.c. Consideration of bid award Project #1400126 to API Construction, in the amount of
$140,835.00, for installation of a concrete box culvert on South County Line Rd, Marion T
wp.
Allen County Highway Director Bill Hartman explained that a concrete box culvert 200 feet east of the St.
Mary River Bridge on the South County Line Road needed constructed to handle water runoff which
often overtops the roadway. Seven bids were received with the lowest responsive bid from API
Construction. That bid was over $58,000 under the engineer’s estimate of $198,807.50. It is possible
that a project to raise the roadway level may be undertaken later.
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Thu Aug 6, 2026
Drainage Board
Drainage Board to hold public hearings on vacating five drains
The Allen County Drainage Board will hold public hearings on petitions to vacate five drains (Concord Place, Stillwater Place, Tartan's Glen, Wedgewood Place, and Wyndemere) and will consider multiple encroachment requests, new drain establishments, and assessment certifications. The board will also review a change order for the Wetzel Drain Reconstruction and a damages request from the Hoffman Family Estate.
- Public hearings to vacate Concord Place, Stillwater Place, Tartan's Glen, Wedgewood Place, and Wyndemere drains
- Wetzel Drain Reconstruction Change Order #1 Final: $6,558.40 decrease
- Encroachment petitions for Metro Business Park, Swift Branch (I-469 culvert), and multiple NIPSCO gas line projects
- Establishment of new drains for Lakewood Parke Sec I and Bella Coves Sec I
- Certification of assessments for Amstutz No.1 ($7,672.91 annual) and Tiernan Unit ($56,788.16 annual)
drainagepublic-hearingencroachmentassessmentreconstructionvacation
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ALLEN COUNTY DRAINAGE BOARD AGENDA
8/6/2026
Call to Order
for Regular Meeting and/or Public Hearing at 9:30 am on:
CitizensSquare-Suite 035, 200 E. Berry Street, Fort Wayne, IN 46802-2737
Approval of Minutes from 7/16/2026
Board Members: Therese Brown, Richard E. Beck Jr, Ronald W. Turpin, Mark R. Rekeweg, James Orr
Watch LIVE at https:www.allencounty.in.gov/806/Live-Meetings
Citizen Member Mark Rekeweg appointed by the Commissioners (Term expires 1/8/28)
Citizen Member James Orr appointed by the Commissioners (Term expires 7/19/28)
Concord Place
Drain:
Drain #:
08-09-312
Project: Concord Place/Vacation
Subd Sec:
PUBLIC HEARING/VACATION
Petitioner:
ACSO
DOC#: 26-170
Contact:
SEC:
Township:
ACTION Public Hearing for the Petition to Vacate Concord Place Drain.
Surveyor's Recommendation:
Stillwater Place
Drain:
Drain #:
08-14-076
Project: Stillwater Place/Vacation
Subd Sec:
PUBLIC HEARING/VACATION
Petitioner:
ACSO
DOC#: 26-171
Contact:
SEC:
Township:
ACTION Public Hearing for the Petition to Vacate Stillwater Place Drain.
Surveyor's Recommendation:
Tartan's Glen
Drain:
Drain #:
08-14-314
Project: Tartan's Glen/Vacation
Subd Sec:
PUBLIC HEARING/VACATION
Petitioner:
ACSO
DOC#: 26-172
Contact:
SEC:
Township:
ACTION Public Hearing for the Petition to Vacate Tartan's Glen Drain.
Surveyor's Recommendation:
Wedgewood Place
Drain:
Drain #:
08-15-071
Project: Wedgewood Place/Vacation
Subd Sec:
PUBLIC HEARING/VACATION
Petitioner:
ACSO
DOC#: 26-173
Contact:
SEC:
Township:
ACTION Public …
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Fri Jul 31, 2026
Board of Commissioners
✓ Decided: Commissioners approve sale process for 62.7-acre former Byron site
The Board of Commissioners approved moving forward with the sale process for the 62.709-acre former Byron site at Lima and Carroll Roads after a public hearing with no speakers. They also approved $12.7 million in claims, employee handbook amendments, a $1.056 million roof replacement bid, and multiple bridge agreements. All items passed 2-0 with Commissioner Brown absent.
- Approved sale process for 62.709-acre former Byron site (2-0)
- Approved $12,702,929.92 in claims for July 14-28 (2-0)
- Approved employee handbook amendments effective Aug 1, 2026 (2-0)
- Approved $1,056,000 roof replacement bid from Master Steel Roofing Inc. (2-0)
- Approved $24,700 security camera agreement with Advanced Systems Group (2-0)
- Approved Leo-Cedarville Accela Automation MOU (2-0)
- Approved InDOT reimbursement agreements for 3 bridges totaling $1,074,348.48 (2-0)
- Approved 30-day stay on tipping fee decision (2-0)
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ALLEN
Council Chambers Courtroom - Citizens Square
200 East Berry St, Suite 035, Fort Wayne IN 46802
Richard E. Beck, Therese M. Brown, Ronald W. Turpin
LEGISLATIVE SESSION AGENDA
10 AM, July 31, 2026
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND MOMENT OF SILENCE
3. ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION:
3.a.
3.b.
3.c.
3.d.
3.e.
3.
Consideration of the minutes of the July 17, 2026 legislative session.
Consideration of claims submitted for the period of July 14 to 28, 2026, in the
amount of $12,702,929.92.
Documents:
CLAIMS.PDF
Public hearing concerning the potential sale of county-owned real property
described as follows: 62.709 acres of land, more or less at the northwest
corner of Lima Road (State Road 3) and Carroll Road.
Consideration of mid-year amendments to the Allen County Employee
Handbook.
Documents:
EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK - TABLE OF AMENDMENTS (AUG 2026).PDF
Consideration of updated summary plan description of Medical Benefits Plan
for active employees and retirees, presented by Allen County Human
Resources.
Documents:
7128 ALLEN COUNTY ACTIVE RESTATED SPD EFFECTIVE 1-1-26.PDF
7128 ALLEN COUNTY RETIREE RESTATED SPD EFFECTIVE 1-1-26.PDF
Consideration of roof replacement bid by Master Steel Roofing Inc. for work at
the north and south highway barns.
Documents:
MASTER STEEL ROOFING.PDF
NORTH BARN COST.PDF
SOUTH BARN COST.PDF
3.9. Consideration of agreement with Advanced Systems Group, on behalf of Allen
County Dep …
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Board of Commissioners of the County of Allen
Suite 035, Courtroom
Citizens Square, 200 East Berry St.
Fort Wayne IN 46802
Legislative Session Minutes
July 31, 2026
1.
CALL TO ORDER : The legislative session was called to order by Richard E. Beck at 10 AM.
Commissioner Ronald W. Turpin was also present; Commissioner Therese M. Brown was absent.
2.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND MOMENT OF SILENCE
3.
ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
3.a. Consideration of the minutes of the July 17, 2026, legislative session.
Ronald Turpin made a motion of Approval and was seconded by Richard Beck. Motion passed 2-0.
3.b. Consideration of claims submitted for the period of July 14 to 28, 2026, in the amount of
$12,702,929.92.
Ronald Turpin made a motion of Approval and was seconded by Richard Beck. Motion passed 2-0.
3.c. Public hearing concerning the potential sale of county-owned real property described as follows:
62.709 acres of land, more or less , at the northwest corner of Lima Road (State Road 3) and Carroll
Road.
Chief of Staff Chris Cloud explained this hearing was to receive input before beginning the sale process of
the former Byron site.
Ronald Turpin made a motion to open the public hearing at 10:02 AM and was seconded by Richard Beck.
Motion passed 2-0.
President Beck called for anyone opposed to the potential sale to speak publicly. No one spoke.
President Beck called for anyone in favor of the potential sale to speak publicly. No one spoke.
Ronald Turpin made a motion to close the public …
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Mon Jul 20, 2026
Redevelopment Commission
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NOTICE OF EXECUTIVE SESSION OF THE
ALLEN COUNTY REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
The Allen County Redevelopment Commission will meet in
Executive Session under I.C. 5-14-1.5-6.1(2)(D) to discuss the
purchase or sale of real estate. This meeting will be held at
9:00 a.m. on Monday, July 20, 2026 in Suite 150 of Citizens
Square, 200 East Berry Street, Fort Wayne, IN 46802. This
meeting is not open to the public. Any final action will be taken at
a subsequent public meeting.
If you have questions about this notice, please contact Elissa
McGauley, Director of Redevelopment, Department of Planning
Services, at 449-7676.
200 East Berry St., Suite 150, Fort Wayne, IN 46802
A L L E N C O U N T Y. U S
Fri Jul 17, 2026
Board of Commissioners
Commissioners to consider $19M in claims, road contracts, trail study
The Allen County Board of Commissioners will vote on routine items including approval of prior meeting minutes, claims totaling $19,026,755.42, several road and trail contracts, and appointments to the Fire & EMS District Board. They will also consider agreements related to the Restore Allen Initiative. The agenda is mostly administrative and financial in nature.
- Claims for June 23–July 10, 2026: $19,026,755.42
- Bid award to Newell Construction Co. Inc. for rip rap on Brobst Rd (Edgerton to Woodburn Rd): $92,682.40
- Agreement with Engineering Resources Inc. for Cedar Creek Trail Extension Study: $33,000.00
- Agreement with Apex Consulting & Surveying for Yellow River Road drainage: $20,385.00
- Amendment #2 with Lochmueller Group for West Hamilton Rd/Squaw Creek Rd intersection work
budgetroadstrailscontractsfire-emsappointments
✓ Decided: Commissioners approve $472,096.60 settlement with Sturges Development for Irene Byron site
The Allen County Board of Commissioners approved a settlement agreement and release of claims with Sturges Development LLC, paying $472,096.60 for work on the former Irene Byron site on Carroll Road. The board also approved six appointments to the new Allen County Fire & EMS District Board of Fire Trustees, creating a staggered board with terms of 1, 2, and 3 years. All other agenda items, including claims of $19,026,755.42 and several highway contracts, were approved unanimously.
- Approved $472,096.60 settlement with Sturges Development LLC for Irene Byron site work (3-0)
- Approved 6 appointments to Fire & EMS District Board of Fire Trustees with staggered terms (3-0)
- Approved $19,026,755.42 in claims for June 23-July 10, 2026 (3-0)
- Approved $92,682.40 rip rap installation contract on Brobst Rd to Newell Construction (3-0)
- Approved $33,000 Cedar Creek Trail Extension Study agreement with Engineering Resources Inc. (3-0)
- Approved $20,385 Yellow River Road drainage improvement agreement with Apex Consulting (3-0)
- Approved $8,600 amendment with Lochmueller Group for West Hamilton/Squaw Creek intersection work (3-0)
- Approved $200,000 Restore Allen contract with Churchward Logistics and agreement with Gensyn Design (3-0)
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KRY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE COUNTY OF
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Council Chambers Courtroom - Citizens Square
200 East Berry St, Suite 035, Fort Wayne IN 46802
Richard E. Beck, Therese M. Brown, Ronald W. Turpin
LEGISLATIVE SESSION AGENDA
10 AM, July 17, 2026
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND MOMENT OF SILENCE
3. ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION:
3.a.
3.b.
3.c.
3.d_
3.e.
3.
Consideration of the minutes of the July 10, 2026 legislative session.
Consideration of claims submitted for the period of June 23 to July 10, 2026, in
the amount of $19,026,755.42.
Documents:
06232026-07142026.PDF
Consideration of bid award recommendation for rip rap installation on Brobst
Rd from Edgerton to Woodburn Rd to Newell Construction Co. Inc. for
$92,682.40.
Documents:
HWY AWARD LETTER.PDF
Consideration of an Agreement with Engineering Resources Inc. for the Cedar
Creek Trail Extension Study in the amount of $33,000.00.
Documents:
ERI CEDAR CREEK TRAIL.PDF
Consideration of an Agreement with Apex Consulting & Surveying for Yellow
River Road drainage improvement project in the amount of $20,385.00.
Documents:
APEX YELLOW RIVER.PDF
Consideration of Amendment #2 with Lochmueller Group for West Hamilton
Rd/Squaw Creek Rd intersection vertical alignment correction AC#1200122,
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Documents:
LOCHMUELLER.PDF
3.9. Consideration of appointments to the Allen County Fire & EMS District Board
of Fire Trustees, pursuant to Indiana Code.
3.h. Conside …
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Board of Commissioners of the County of Allen
Suite 035, Courtroom
Citizens Square, 200 East Berry St.
Fort Wayne IN 46802
Legislative Session Minutes
July 17, 2026
CALL TO ORDER: The legislative session was called to order by Richard E. Beck at 10 AM.
Commissioner Therese M. Brown and Commissioner Ronald W. Turpin were present.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND MOMENT OF SILENCE
ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
3.a. Consideration of the minutes of the July 10, 2026, legislative session.
Ronald Turpin made a motion of Approval and was seconded by Therese Brown. Motion passed 3-0.
3.b. Consideration of claims submitted for the period of June 23 to July 10, 2026, in the amount
of $19,026,755.42.
Therese Brown made a motion of Approval and was seconded by Ronald Turpin. Motion passed 3-0.
3.c. Consideration of bid award recommendation for rip rap installation on Brobst Rd from
Edgerton to Woodburn Rd to Newell Construction Co. Inc. for $92,682.40.
Allen County Highway Director Bill Hartman presented an award recommendation for Newell
Construction to install 1,000 tons of large stone on Brobst Road, where it is being converted from gravel
to chip and seal surface. The stone will firm up washed out areas and provide stability and erosion
control. The Newell bid was the lowest of three received and was well under the engineer's estimate of
$121,100.00.
Therese Brown made a motion of Approval and was seconded by Ronald Turpin. Motion passed 3-0.
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Thu Jul 16, 2026
Board of Zoning Appeals
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Fort Wayne Board of Zoning Appeal
Public Hearing July 16, 2026
5:30 p.m. Room 35 of Citizens Square, 200 East Berry, Fort Wayne,
Indiana
Department of Planning Services
200 East Berry, Suite 150 Citizens Square, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46802
260-449-7607
Page 1 of 2
Staff:
Patrick Rew, Jacob Rose, Maureen Voors, Jenna Davis, Erica Hylemon, Tina Fraley-Long
Counsel:
Bob Eherenman
OLD BUSINESS
1.
Proposal:
SU-2026-0021
Applicant:
City of Fort Wayne Community Development Division
Location:
2518 South Wayne Ave
Description:
Permit an accessory dwelling unit
Zoning:
R2 - Two Family Residential
NEW BUSINESS
1.
Proposal:
SU-2026-0024
Applicant:
Jonathan Mendelson
Location:
1805 Alabama Ave
Description:
Permit a freestanding ADU
Zoning:
R1 - Single Family Residential
2.
Proposal:
SU-2026-0026
Applicant:
Keith Hoskins
Location:
1025 Greenlawn Ave
Description:
Allow a two-family dwelling
Zoning:
R1 - Single Family Residential
3.
Proposal:
DSV-2026-0058
Applicant:
Keith Hoskins
Location:
1025 Greenlawn Ave
Description:
Allow a reduced side yard setback for residential covered porches for a proposed
duplex
Zoning:
R1 - Single Family Residential
4.
Proposal:
UVAR-2026-0028
Applicant:
Celina Crawford
Location:
1004 Lincoln Ave
Description:
Convert single-family residence to two-family
Zoning:
C2 - Limited Commercial
Member
Membership Status
Term Ends
Present
Chair Lakisha Woods
Mayor Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/29
Vice Chair Ron Howard …
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Thu Jul 16, 2026
Drainage Board
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ALLEN COUNTY DRAINAGE BOARD AGENDA
7/16/2026
Call to Order
for Regular Meeting and/or Public Hearing at 9:30 am on:
CitizensSquare-Suite 035, 200 E. Berry Street, Fort Wayne, IN 46802-2737
Approval of Minutes from 7/2/2026
Board Members: Therese Brown, Richard E. Beck Jr, Ronald W. Turpin, Mark R. Rekeweg, James Orr
Watch LIVE at https:www.allencounty.in.gov/806/Live-Meetings
Citizen Member Mark Rekeweg appointed by the Commissioners (Term expires 1/8/28)
Citizen Member James Orr appointed by the Commissioners (Term expires 7/19/28)
Catherine Leneke
Drain:
Drain #:
06-20-600
Project: Catherine Leneke Drain/Discussion
Subd Sec:
PUBLIC HEARING/Reconstruction
Petitioner:
Tina & Vernon Shannon
DOC#: 24-141
Contact:
LAKE
SEC: 20
Township:
ACTION Public Hearing to discuss the Petition for Reconstruction of the Catherine Leneke Drain and Branches and Estabishment of
Periodic Maintenance and determine if the drain should be made a priority for a reconstruction project.
Surveyor's Recommendation:
CP Benward Br.1
Drain:
Drain #:
01-27-910
Project: CP Benward Br.1, Br.2, & Br.4/Vacation
Subd Sec:
PUBLIC HEARING/VACATION
Petitioner:
ACSO
DOC#: 26-139
Contact:
EEL RIVER
SEC: 26
Township:
ACTION Public Hearing for the Petition for Vacation of the CP Benward Br.1, Br.2, and Br.4 Drains.
Surveyor's Recommendation:
Kensington Downs
Drain:
Drain #:
08-34-073
3-8
Project: Kensington Downs/Vacation
Subd Sec:
PUBLIC HEARING/VACATION
Petitioner:
ACSO
DOC#: 26-140
Contact:
ST. JOSEPH
SEC: 34
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Thu Jul 16, 2026
Allen County Plan Commission
Rezoning petition for 1219 Estella Ave to be heard
The Allen County Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on a single rezoning petition. The applicant requests a downzone from I2 to R1 for the property at 1219 Estella Ave to align zoning with current use. The meeting is scheduled for July 16, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. in Room 35 of Citizens Square.
- Rezoning petition REZ-2026-0028 for 1219 Estella Ave, downzone from I2 to R1
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Allen County Plan Commission
Public Hearing July 16, 2026
1:30 p.m. Room 35 of Citizens Square, 200 East Berry, Fort Wayne, Indiana
Department of Planning Services
200 East Berry, Suite 150 Citizens Square, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46802
Page 1 of 1
260-449-7607
Member
Membership Status
Term Ends
Present
David Bailey, Pres.
Commissioner Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/29
Adam Day, Vice Pres.
Commissioner Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/28
Mike Fruchey
Allen County Surveyor
Term by office
Lindsay Hannah
Commissioner Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/29
John Henry
Township Trustee – Commissioner Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/26
Paul Lagemann
County Councilman – Council Appointment (1 yr.)
12/31/26
Ron Turpin
County Commissioner - Commissioner Appointment (1 yr.)
12/31/26
James Wolff
Agricultural and Natural Resources Educator
Term by position
vacant
Staff: Ben Roussel, Executive Director, Michelle Wood, Senior Land Use Planner; Karen Couture, Principal Land Use
Planner; Sean Rigler, Principal Land Use Planner; and Brian Sechler, Allen County Highway Department.
Legal Counsel: Robert Eherenman
PUBLIC HEARING AGENDA
May include items deferred or continued from an earlier date.
With no further business, the meeting adjourned at
.
Next Business Meeting:
July 16, 2026, immediately following the public hearing in Room 035,
Citizens Square, 200 East Berry, Fort Wayne, Indian …
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Allen County Plan Commission
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Allen County Plan Commission
Business Meeting July 16, 2026
Immediately following public hearing at 1:30 p.m. Room 30 of Citizens Square,
200 East Berry, Fort Wayne, Indiana
Department of Planning Services
200 East Berry, Suite 150 Citizens Square, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46802
Page 1 of 2
260-449-7607
Member
Membership Status
Term Ends
Present
David Bailey, Pres.
Commissioner Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/29
Adam Day, Vice Pres.
Commissioner Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/28
Mike Fruchey
Allen County Surveyor
Term by office
Lindsay Hannah
Commissioner Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/29
John Henry
Township Trustee – Commissioner Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/26
Paul Lagemann
County Councilman – Council Appointment (1 yr.)
12/31/26
Ron Turpin
County Commissioner - Commissioner Appointment (1 yr.)
12/31/26
James Wolff
Agricultural and Natural Resources Educator
Term by position
vacant
Staff: Ben Roussel, Executive Director, Michelle Wood, Senior Land Use Planner; Karen Couture, Principal Land
Use Planner; Sean Rigler, Principal Land Use Planner; and Brian Sechler, Allen County Highway Department.
Legal Counsel: Robert Eherenman
ADMINISTRATIVE AGENDA
1.
Review of the June 2026 Minutes, Findings of Fact and Conditions of Approval
PUBLIC HEARING AGENDA
The public hearing agenda includes those items on which testimony was heard on July 16, 2026. It may also
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Wed Jul 15, 2026
Board of Zoning Appeals
Board to hear three zoning appeals, including Agra Trailers status report
The Allen County Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on three new business items: a status report on Agra Trailers' variance requests, and two requests to amend conditions for properties on Trammel Road. The board will also approve the minutes from its June 2026 meeting.
- Status report on UVAR-2024-0059 and DSV-2024-0162 for Agra Trailers at 12531 SR 1
- Amend conditions to eliminate trees along Cuba Road for J.R. Graber and Sons at 15822 Trammel Rd
- Amend conditions to add second story to office building for Toby Graber at 16301 Trammel Rd
- Approval of June 2026 minutes
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Allen County Board of Zoning Appeal
Public Hearing July 15, 2026
1:30 p.m. Room 35 of Citizens Square, 200 East Berry, Fort Wayne,
Indiana
Department of Planning Services
200 East Berry, Suite 150 Citizens Square, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46802
260-449-7607
Page 1 of 1
Staff:
Patrick Rew, Jacob Rose, Maureen Voors, Jenna Davis, Erica Hylemon, Tina Fraley-Long
Counsel:
Bob Eherenman
NEW BUSINESS
1
Proposal:
UVAR-2024-0059 and DSV-2024-0162
Applicant:
Agra Trailers, LLC
Location:
12531 SR 1
Description:
Status Report
Zoning:
A1 - Agricultural
2
Proposal:
UVAR-2026-0027
Applicant:
J. R. Graber and Sons LLC
Location:
15822 Trammel Rd
Description:
Amend conditions to eliminate trees along Cuba Road
Zoning:
A1 - Agricultural
3
Proposal:
UVAR-2026-0026
Applicant:
Toby Graber
Location:
16301 Trammel Rd
Description:
Amend conditions if UVAR-2018-0020 to add second story to office building
Zoning:
A1 - Agricultural
OTHER BUSINESS
1.
Approval of June 2026 Minutes
Please contact Board of Zoning Appeals Staff with questions about accessibility:
acfwbzazho@allencounty.in.gov or 260-449-7607.
Member
Membership Status
Term Ends
Present
Chair Adam Day
Commissioner Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/29
Vice Chair Ron Kohart
Commissioner Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/29
David Bailey
Plan Commission Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/26
Dan Gabbard
Allen County Council (4 yr.)
12/31/28 …
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Tue Jul 14, 2026
Redevelopment Commission
✓ Decided: Commission approves ending jurisdiction over two New Haven TIF areas
The Allen County Redevelopment Commission unanimously approved a resolution terminating its jurisdiction over the Bandalier and CASAD East allocation areas in New Haven, transferring unencumbered funds totaling $1,856,637.71 to the New Haven Redevelopment Commission. The commission also approved financial reports, elected a new secretary, and approved multiple TIF reimbursements and claims. Presentations from the City of Woodburn and the Fort Wayne-Allen County Airport Authority were informational only, with no decisions made.
- Elected Therese M. Brown as secretary (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from May 12 and June 12, 2026 meetings (unanimous)
- Approved June 2026 financial reports for Funds 246 and 826 (unanimous)
- Approved resolution terminating jurisdiction over Bandalier and CASAD East allocation areas (unanimous)
- Approved TIF reimbursements: $45,000 (PB Shell), $56,061.99 (Franklin Electric), $280,000 (Diebold Road), $50,000 (Silverado Hagerman Shell) (unanimous)
- Approved claims: $1,809.50 (Beers Mallers), $990.00 (Clounie Landscaping) (unanimous)
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ALLEN COUNTY REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
JULY 2026 MEETING NOTICE
The Allen County Redevelopment Commission’s regular meeting is scheduled for
Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. in Room 035, Citizens Square, 200 East Berry
Street.
The following items will be on the agenda:
1.
Election of Secretary
2.
Approval of the minutes for the May 12 and June 12, 2026 meetings
3.
Review of financial reports for June 2026
4.
City of Woodburn Presentation by Mayor Kelsey
5.
Fort Wayne – Allen County Airport Authority Presentation by Scott Hinderman
6.
Consideration of a Resolution terminating its jurisdiction over a portion of incorporated
New Haven originally granted to it by the New Haven Redevelopment Commission
7.
Review of tax increment received in June 2026
8.
Consideration of loan, lease and reimbursement payments:
a. BOC Revolving Fund 430 (PB Shell) - $45,000 (868-3701-463.39-50)
b. Franklin Electric - $56,061.99 (843-3701-470.38-61)
c. Diebold Road Reimbursement (Fort Wayne & County) - $280,000 (861-3701-419.39-
51)
d. BOC Revolving 430 (Silverado Hagerman Shell) - $50,000 (886-3701-463.39-50)
9.
Consideration of claims:
a. Beers Mallers (General Legal) – $1809.50 (246-3701-463.31-01)
b. Clounie Landscaping, Inc. (Mowing) – Invoice 12273 - $990.00 (826-3701-463.31-55)
10.
Other Business
11.
Adjournment
If you have questions about items on the agenda, please contact Rachel Black at 260-449-7607.
REDEVELOPMENT COM …
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ALLEN COUNTY REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION SPECIAL SESSION
Minutes: July 14, 2026
(The following reflects a synopsis of action taken by the Allen County Redevelopment Commission. Video recording of the meeting
is available online at: http://vod-allencounty.cablecast.tv/internetchannel?site=7)
The Allen County Redevelopment Commission met on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 1:30
p.m. in Room 035, Citizens Square, Fort Wayne, Indiana. The following members
were present:
Appointed By Present Absent
President Richard E, Beck, Jr. Board of Commissioners (Term x
January 1, 2026 — December 31, 2026)
Member Kurt Gutman Board of Commissioners (Term xX
January 1, 2026 — December 31, 2026)
Member Lindsey Hammond County Council (Term January 1, 2026 x
— December 31, 2026)
Vice President Kyle Kerley County Council (Term January 1, 2026
— December 31, 2026)
Member Therese M. Brown Board of Commissioners (Term June xX
12, 2026 — December 31, 2026)
Non-Voting Advisor Tim Hines Board of Commissioners (Term xX
January 1, 2026 — December 31, 2026)
Staff members present were Elissa McGauley, Director of Redevelopment, and Rachel
Black, Senior Economic Development Specialist. Legal Counsel William Fishering
was also in attendance.
Mr. Beck, President of the Commission, called the meeting to order at 1:32 p.m. and
asked the members and staff to introduce themselves. Acknowledging that a quorum
of members was present, Mr. Beck introduced the following Agenda:
1. Election of Secretary
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Mon Jul 13, 2026
Fort Wayne Plan Commission
Plan Commission to vote on rezoning for multifamily complex on West Ludwig Road
The Fort Wayne Plan Commission will hold a business meeting on July 13, 2026, to vote on several development proposals, including a rezoning for a multiple family complex, a primary development plan for the same project, and two secondary development plans for other multifamily and senior housing complexes. The agenda also includes a vacation petition to adjust a building line and a review of the June 2026 minutes. The meeting is procedural, with each item requiring a separate vote.
- Vacation petition VPLT-2026-0010 for 3203 Debeney Drive to vacate west building line for fence replacement
- Rezoning REZ-2026-0029 from R1 to R3 for multiple family complex at 2900 block of West Ludwig Road
- Primary Development Plan PDP-2026-0018 for Northpoint Apartments at 2900 block of West Ludwig Road
- Secondary Development Plan SDP-2026-0003 for Getz Villas at 6499 Welch Road
- Secondary Development Plan SDP-2026-0004 for Village Premier Phase II senior housing at 1902 McKinnie Avenue
zoningrezoningdevelopment-planhousingmultifamilysenior-housingvacation-petition
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Fort Wayne Plan Commission
Business Meeting July 13, 2026
Immediately following public hearing at 5:30 p.m. Room 30 of Citizens Square,
200 East Berry, Fort Wayne, Indiana
Staff: Ben Roussel, Executive Director; Michelle Wood, Senior Land Use Planner; Karen Couture, Principal
Planner; and Sean Rigler, Principal Planner.
Legal Counsel: Robert Eherenman
ADMINISTRATIVE AGENDA
PUBLIC HEARING AGENDA
The public hearing agenda includes those items on which testimony was heard on July 13, 2026. It may also
include items deferred from previous hearings and business sessions. Each item listed requires a separate vote.
Page
Member
Membership Status
Term Ends
Present
Connie Haas Zuber, Pres.
Mayor Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/27
Paul Sauerteig, Vice Pres.
Mayor Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/28
Rick Briley
Park Board Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/29
Dr. Scott Myers
City Councilman (1 yr.)
12/31/26
Ryan Neumeister
Mayor Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/29
Amos Norman
Board of Works Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/27
Karen Richards
Mayor Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/26
Rachel Tobin-Smith
Mayor Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/29
Patrick Zaharako
City Engineer
Term by position
1.
Review of the June 2026 Minutes, Findings of Fact and Conditions of Approval
1.
PROPOSAL:
Vacation Petition VPLT-2026-0010 Trier Ridge Park, Section 3, Lot 133
APPLICANT:
Dennis Booker
REQUEST:
Vacate west building line to replace fence.
LOCATION:
3203 Debeney Dr …
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Fort Wayne Plan Commission
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Fort Wayne Plan Commission
Public Hearing July 13, 2026
5:30 p.m. Room 35 of Citizens Square, 200 East Berry, Fort Wayne, Indiana
Department of Planning Services
200 East Berry, Suite 150 Citizens Square, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46802
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260-449-7607
Member
Membership Status
Term Ends
Present
Connie Haas Zuber, Pres.
Mayor Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/27
Paul Sauerteig, Vice Pres.
Mayor Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/28
Rick Briley
Park Board Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/29
Dr. Scott Myers
City Councilman (1 yr.)
12/31/26
Ryan Neumeister
Mayor Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/29
Amos Norman
Board of Works Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/27
Karen Richards
Mayor Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/26
Rachel Tobin-Smith
Mayor Appointment (4 yr.)
12/31/29
Patrick Zaharako
City Engineer
Term by position
Staff: Ben Roussel, Executive Director, Michelle Wood, Senior Land Use Planner; Karen Couture, Principal Planner; and
Sean Rigler, Principal Planner.
Legal Counsel: Robert Eherenman
PUBLIC HEARING AGENDA
May include items deferred or continued from an earlier date.
With no further business, the meeting adjourned at
.
Next Business Meeting:
July 13, 2026, immediately following public hearing in Room 035, Citizens
Square, 200 East Berry, Fort Wayne, Indiana
Next Public Hearing:
August 10, 2026, 5:30 p.m. in Room 035, Citizens Square
200 East Berry, Fort Wayne, Indiana
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Fri Jul 10, 2026
Board of Commissioners
✓ Decided: Commissioners approve fire district unification, renaming to Allen County Fire & EMS
The Board of Commissioners approved the unification of four existing fire districts plus East Central Fire Territory into the Allen County Fire & EMS District, and renamed the Northeast Allen County Fire Protection District accordingly. The board also approved a bond modification for Franklin Electric, a jail food services contract extension, a Coliseum cleaning agreement, and several other ordinances and contracts. All items passed 2-0, with Commissioner Therese M. Brown absent.
- Approved Allen County Fire & EMS District Unification Ordinance (2-0)
- Approved renaming Northeast Allen County Fire Protection District to Allen County Fire & EMS District (2-0)
- Approved modification of Franklin Electric taxable economic development revenue bonds (2-0)
- Approved amended Trinity Services Group jail food services contract through June 30, 2029 (2-0)
- Approved City Wide Facility Solutions cleaning services agreement for Memorial Coliseum (2-0)
- Approved Lexipol master services agreement for Community Corrections online training (2-0)
- Approved Ordinance creating Community Corrections Trust Fund (2-0)
- Approved Ordinance creating Prairie Centre TIF Fund (2-0)
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE COUNTY OF
ALLEN
Council Chambers Courtroom - Citizens Square
200 East Berry St, Suite 035, Fort Wayne IN 46802
Richard E. Beck, Therese M. Brown, Ronald W. Turpin
LEGISLATIVE SESSION AGENDA
10 AM, July 10, 2026
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND MOMENT OF SILENCE
3. ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION:
3.a. Consideration of the minutes of the June 26, 2026 legislative session.
3.b. Presentation on status of the Allen County Fire & EMS District, by Executive
Fire Chief Jeremy Bush.
3.c. Consideration of Ordinance 07-10-26-12 to change the name of the Northeast
Allen County Fire Protection District to the Allen County Fire & EMS District.
Documents:
NE FIRE DISTRICT NAME CHANGE ORDINANCE.PDF
3.d. Consideration of Allen County Fire & EMS District Unification Ordinance, Ord.
No. 07-10-26-11.
Documents:
AC FIRE DISTRICT UNIFICATION ORDINANCE.PDF
3.e. Consideration of the execution of the Allen County, Indiana Taxable Economic
Development Revenue Bonds (Series 2012 (Franklin Electric Corp. Inc.
Project) replacement bonds R-3 and R-4, and related documents.
3.f. Consideration of amended agreement with Trinity Services Group Inc., to
provide food services at the Allen County Jail through June 30, 2029.
Documents:
2026-5-20 ALLEN COUNTY IN AMENDMENT V2.PDF
3.9. Consideration of service agreement with City Wide Facility Solutions for
cleaning services at the Allen County Memorial Coliseum.
Documents:
11-2026 CITY WIDE SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH ATT …
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Board of Commissioners of the County of Allen
Suite 035, Courtroom
Citizens Square, 200 East Berry St.
Fort Wayne IN 46802
Legislative Session Minutes
July 10, 2026
CALL TO ORDER: The legislative session was called to order by Richard E. Beck at 10 AM.
Commissioner Ronald W. Turpin was present; Commissioner Therese M. Brown was absent.
. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND MOMENT OF SILENCE
ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
3.a. Consideration of the minutes of June 26, 2026, legislative session.
Ronald Turpin made a motion of Approval and was seconded by Richard Beck. Motion passed 2-0,
3.b. Presentation on status of the Allen County Fire & EMS District, by Executive Fire Chief
Jeremy Bush and Carson LLP Attorney Amanda Landis.
Fire Chief Jeremy Bush presented the development of the county fire and EMS district and explained
next steps in the uniting of four existing fire districts, plus East Central Fire Territory. Also being added
in the fire service area are currently unserved Jackson, Madison and Monroe Townships, including
Monroeville.
Bush noted a commitment to doing this the right way, and said contracts, budget, infrastructure, and
IT software, are among the numerous items which have already been discussed by himself and the
executive committee members. He added that Baker Tilly has provided budget oversight, and former
city controller Garry Morr has consulted. Angie Hamrick is currently the clerk-treasurer of City of New
Haven and will serve as chief fiscal officer and has also be …
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Wed Jul 8, 2026
County Council
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CALL TO ORDER:
PRESIDENT, BOB ARMSTRONG
ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
June 10, 2026
FINANCIAL REPORT:
AUDITOR, JACKIE SCHEUMAN
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS REQUESTED IN THE GENERAL FUND:
347,251
$
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS REQUESTED IN OTHER FUNDS:
40,000
$
COMMISSIONERS REPORT
PUBLIC COMMENT
FORT WAYNE-ALLEN COUNTY AIRPORT AUTHORITY:
APPROPRIATION WITHIN THE OPERATING FUND
400 Series - Capital
6,500,000
$
DEPARTMENT 02 - AUDITOR
Consideration of a salary ordinance reclassifying the pay of Senior Financial Accountant
from B6/1 $48,633, 37.5 Hrs, Non-Exempt TO A6/1 $58,114, 37.5 Hrs, Non-Exempt.
DEPARTMENT 37 - PLANNING SERVICES
1) Consideration of a salary ordinance establishing the pay for the Assistant Land Use Permit
Specialist at B3/1, $43,556, 40 Hours, Non-Exempt
2) Consideration of a salary ordinance eliminating the position of Scanning Technician
at B1/1, $37,866, 40 Hours, Non-Exempt
DEPARTMENT 40 - COMMISSIONERS
TRANSFER WITHIN CORRECTIONAL FACILITY BUILDING FUND 133:
FROM:
1) 133-4010-411.44-99
JAIL CONSTRUCTION
2,500,000
$
TO:
2) 133-4010-411.31-13
CONTRACTUAL
2,500,000
$
3) Resolution 2026-07-08-01 of the Allen County Council authorizing the sale and disposal
of real estates by the County pursuant to IC 36-1-11-4 at the northwest corner of Carroll
Road and Indiana State Road 3.
DEPARTMENT 4005 - JOINT PERMITTING OVERSIGHT BOARD (JPOB):
APPROPRIATION WITHIN THE COUNTY GENERAL FUND 100:
100-4005-411.31-13
CONTRACTUAL
20,000
$
ALLEN COUNTY COUNCIL MEETING AGE …
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July 8, 2026
1
ALLEN COUNTY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
July 8, 2026
5:30 PM
The Allen County Council met on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at 5:30 pm in the Chambers in
Citizens Square. The purpose of the meeting was for additional appropriations, transfer of
funds in excess of the current budget, grants, and any other business to come before Council.
Attending: Lyndsey Hammond, Tom A. Harris, Ken Fries. Kyle Kerley, Don Wyss and Bob
Armstrong. Paul Lagemann was absent.
Also Attending: Jackie Scheuman, Auditor, Nathan Kuhn, Finance and Budget Director and
Mitch Harper, County Council Attorney
President Bob Armstrong: -County Council, on Wednesday, July 8th, to order. If
you'd please rise for a minute of silence and the Pledge of Allegiance.
Councilmen: I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to
the Republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and
justice for all.
President Armstrong: All right. The first thing is to approve the agenda.
Councilman Fries: Motion to approve.
Councilwoman Hammond: Second.
President Armstrong: We have a motion and a second. All in favor say aye.
Councilmen: Aye.
President Armstrong: Opposed? Passes 6-0-1. Approval of the minutes for the
June 10th and the executive session meeting on June 29th of 2026.
Councilman Harris: Motion to approve.
Councilwoman Hammond: Second.
President Armstrong: We have a motion and a second. All in favor say aye.
Councilmen: Aye.
Presi …
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