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Blackford CountyIN averageUS Census ACS
Municipal budget
Total revenue$10.1M (FY2023)
Total spending$10.1M (FY2023)
Taxes$4.0M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$1.5M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$839 (FY2023)
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Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 09:30
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Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 19:00
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Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 09:30
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Recent meetings
Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 18:00
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County Council holds 2027 budget appeals hearing
The Blackford County Council is meeting to hear 2027 budget appeals from county departments and employees. The agenda includes adoption of minutes from the prior budget workshop, public comment on agenda items, and matters requested for council action, though no specific items are listed.
- 2027 budget appeals hearing
- Adoption of minutes from 2027 Budget Workshop #2 (August 5, 2026)
- Public comment on agenda items
- Next meeting: September 9, 2026 for regular meeting and 2027 budget adoption
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110 W Washington St, Hartford City
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BLACKFORD COUNTY COUNCIL TENTATIVE AGENDA
2027 BUDGET APPEALS
Meeting Date: August 19, 2026
Time
6:00 pm
Zoom & Live Streaming Available
Place: Blackford County Courthouse, 1st Floor 110 W. Washington Street Hartford City, IN
Council President Calls the Meeting to Order. Welcome to all County employees and visitors.
Roll Call of Council Members: Patrick Cale ____ Jim Weiseman ____ Ryan Goodspeed ____
Casey Dick ____ Fred Tobey ____ Kyle Lechien ____ Jack Beckley ____
Calendar of Upcoming Even
Next scheduled Commissioners Meeting – Tuesday, September 8, 2026 @ 8:30 a.m.
County Council Regular Meeting & 2027 Budget Adoption – Wednesday, September 9, 2026 @ 6:00 p.m.
Closed Monday, September 7, 2026 Labor Day
Adoption of Meeting Minutes for the 2027 Budget Workshop #2 held August 5, 2026, as Presented or Amended
Public Comment Regarding Agenda Items Requested for Council Action
Please speak with the Auditor regarding the Council’s Public Comment Policy
Meeting Business - Matters Requested for Council Action
Meeting Business - Non-Action Matters / General Information
Public Questions/Comments
Adjournment
Time __________
Motion ________ 2nd________ Vote__________
48 HOUR NOTICE
You are hereby notified that the Blackford County Council will meet on Wednesday,
August 19, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in the Blackford County Courthouse on the first floor Hartford City, Indiana.
**Note: Minutes from the Blackfor …
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Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 08:30
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Commissioners to consider economic development agreement with Teays River
The Blackford County Commissioners will hold their regular meeting on August 17, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. They will consider an economic development agreement with Teays River, amendments to road use agreements with wind farm companies, and approve various claims and payroll. The agenda also includes adopting minutes from the previous meeting and a public comment period.
- Teays River – Economic Development Agreement (EDA) & Resolution
- Prairie Creek Wind, LLC – Fifth Amendment to Road Use Agreement (RUA)
- Prairie Creek Wind Farm II, LLC – First Amendment to Road Use Agreement (RUA)
- Approval of AP Claims: Regular $315,164.12, Misc $530,344.55, Payroll $97,597.30
- Approval of Payroll: PPE 7/31/26 Regular $180,996.80, Local Health Maint. $375
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110 W Washington St, Hartford City
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BLACKFORD COUNTY COMMISSIONER’S TENTATIVE AGENDA
MEETING DATE: August 17, 2026 Live Streaming
TIME: 8:30 A.M.
President Lancaster calls the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll call of Members: John Lancaster ____ Laura Coons ____ Dan Borgenheimer _____
Attorney: Aubrey Crist_____
Welcome department heads and visitors.
Calendar of upcoming events:
Next Commissioner’s Meeting – Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 8:30 a.m.
Next Council 2027 Budget/Public Appeals – Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
Adopt Minutes of August 3, 2026, Regular Meeting as Presented or Amended.
Motion______2nd_______Vote_______
Meeting Business
Al Holdren, LEAP Managed IT
Teays River – Economic Development Agreement (EDA) & Resolution
Prairie Creek Wind, LLC – Fifth Amendment to Road Use Agreement (RUA)
Prairie Creek Wind Farm II, LLC – First Amendment to Road Use Agreement (RUA)
Prairie Creek Wind Farm II, LLC – Correction to Exhibit G to EDA
Income Survey Methodology
Department Heads
Approval of AP Claims
Regular Claims $315,164.12
Motion ______2nd _______Vote ____
Misc Claims $ 530,344.55
Motion ______2nd _______Vote ____
Payroll Claims $ 97,597.30
Motion ______2nd _______Vote ____
Approval of Payroll
PPE 7/31/26 Regular payroll $180,996.80
Motion ______2nd ______Vote ____
PPE 7/31/26 Local Health Maint. payroll $375
Motion ______2nd ______Vote ____
Public Comment:
Adjournmen …
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Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 18:00
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110 W Washington St, Hartford City
Wed Aug 5, 2026 · 18:00
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Council to consider sheriff contract, security, and workforce development
The Blackford County Council will hold a regular meeting to consider several action items, including courthouse security, Orijin tablets for the sheriff's department, workforce development, and the 2027 sheriff contract. The council will also receive committee reports on community corrections, solid waste, and economic development. Financial reports show a general fund cash balance of $3,529,571.69 with July expenditures of $613,417.73 and revenue of $190,737.53.
- Judge Bade - Security
- Sheriff Heflin – Orijin Tablets
- Workforce Development
- 2027 Sheriff Contract
- Superior Court $1,400 transfer from Maintenance Agreement to Legal Research
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110 W Washington St, Hartford City
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BLACKFORD COUNTY COUNCIL TENTATIVE AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
Meeting Date: August 5, 2026 Time 6:00 pm Zoom & Live Streaming Available
Place: Blackford County Courthouse, 1st Floor 110 W. Washington Street Hartford City, IN
Council President Calls the Meeting to Order. Welcome to all County employees and visitors.
Roll Call of Council Members: Patrick Cale ____ Jim Weiseman ____ Ryan Goodspeed ____
Casey Dick ____ Fred Tobey ____ Kyle Lechien ____ Jack Beckley ____
Calendar of Upcoming Events:
Next scheduled Commissioners Meeting – Monday, August 17, 2026 @ 8:30 a.m.
Next scheduled County Council Budget Appeals Meeting – Wednesday, August 19, 2026 @ 6:00 p.m.
Adoption of Meeting Minutes for the Regular Meeting held July 8, 2026, as Presented or Amended
Public Comment Regarding Agenda Items Requested for Council Action
Please speak with the Auditor regarding the Council’s Public Comment Policy
Meeting Business - Matters Requested for Council Action
Judge Bade - Security
Sheriff Heflin – Orijin Tablets
Workforce Development
2027 Sheriff Contract
Meeting Business - Non-Action Matters / General Information
Shafer Leadership Academy – Blackford County Youth Leadership Program
Committee Reports
Community Corrections - Councilman Lechien
Solid Waste - Councilman Dick
Economic Development - Councilman Dick
Blackford Development - Councilman Cale
LEPC - Councilman Goodspeed
Financial Reports (County General Fund)
Ending Cash …
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Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 09:30
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110 W Washington St, Hartford City
Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 09:30
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110 W Washington St, Hartford City
Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 08:30
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Blackford County Commissioners to approve routine minutes and claims
The Blackford County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to adopt minutes from past meetings and approve departmental claims totaling $611,144.13. Department heads will present updates including a 2027 sheriff contract and a speed limit request on Teays River Road.
- Adopt minutes of July 20 and July 21, 2026 meetings
- Approve regular claims ($545,324.93), misc claims ($929.74), and payroll claims ($64,889.46)
- Sheriff contract for 2027 presented by Jim Heflin
- Speed limit request and bridge design updates from Highway Superintendent John Pluimer
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BLACKFORD COUNTY COMMISSIONER’S TENTATIVE AGENDA
MEETING DATE: August 3, 2026 Live Streaming TIME: 8:30 A.M.
President Lancaster calls the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll call of Members: John Lancaster ____ Laura Coons ____ Dan Borgenheimer _____
Attorney: Aubrey Crist_____
Welcome department heads and visitors.
Calendar of upcoming events:
Next Commissioner’s Meeting – Monday, August 17, 2026, at 8:30 a.m.
Next Council Budget Workshop 1 – Monday, August 3, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
Next Council Regular & Budget Workshop 2 – Wednesday, August 5, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
Adopt Minutes of July 20, 2026, Regular Meeting as Presented or Amended.
Motion______2 nd_______Vote_______
Adopt Minutes of July 21, 2026, Executive Meeting as Presented or Amended.
Motion______2 nd_______Vote_______
Meeting Business
Teays River – Economic Development Agreement (EDA)
Department Heads
Jim Heflin, Sheriff – 2027 Sheriff Contract
John Pluimer, Highway Superintendent – Speed Limit Request
Bridge Design
Approval of AP Claims
Regular Claims $545,324.93 Motion ______2 nd _______Vote ____
Misc Claims $ 929.74 Motion ______2 nd _______Vote ____
Payroll Claims $ 64,889.46 Motion ______2 nd _______Vote ____
Approval of Payroll
PPE 7/17/26 Regular payroll $183,205.13 Motion ______2 nd ______Vote ____
Public Comment:
Adjournment: Time_________ Motion______2 nd_______Vote_______
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Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 18:00
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Blackford County Council to hold first 2027 budget workshop
The Blackford County Council is meeting to conduct the first workshop regarding the 2027 budget. This is a session for discussion and planning prior to subsequent budget workshops and public appeals.
- 2027 Budget Workshop 1
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BLACKFORD COUNTY COUNCIL TENTATIVE AGENDA
2027 BUDGET WORKSHOP 1
Meeting Date: August 3, 2026 Time 6:00 pm Zoom & Live Streaming Available
Place: Blackford County Courthouse, 1st Floor 110 W. Washington Street Hartford City, IN
Council President Calls the Meeting to Order. Welcome to all County employees and visitors.
Roll Call of Council Members: Patrick Cale ____ Jim Weiseman ____ Ryan Goodspeed ____
Casey Dick ____ Fred Tobey ____ Kyle Lechien ____ Jack Beckley ____
Calendar of Upcoming Events:
Next scheduled Commissioners Meeting – Monday, August 17, 2026 @ 8:30 a.m.
County Council Regular Meeting & Budget Workshop 2 – Wednesday, August 5, 2026 @ 6:00 p.m.
County Council Budget/Public Appeals – Wednesday, August 19, 2026 @ 6:00 p.m.
Public Comment Regarding Agenda Items Requested for Council Action
Please speak with the Auditor regarding the Council’s Public Comment Policy
Meeting Business - Matters Requested for Council Action
2027 Budget Workshop 1
Meeting Business - Non-Action Matters / General Information
Public Questions/Comments
Adjournment Time __________ Motion ________ 2nd________ Vote__________
48 HOUR NOTICE
You are hereby notified that the Blackford County Council will meet on Monday,
August 3, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in the Blackford County Courthouse on the first floor Hartford City, Indiana.
**Note: Minutes from the Blackford County Council meetings are posted on the Blackford County website once they are …
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Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 09:30
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110 W Washington St, Hartford City
Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 08:30
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Blackford County approves claims totaling over $1.2 million
The Blackford County Board of Commissioners will meet to approve claims for regular operations, miscellaneous expenses, and payroll. The meeting will also include the adoption of previous meeting minutes and the review of several development and economic agreements.
- Approval of Regular Claims ($495,539.96)
- Approval of Misc Claims ($624,675.42)
- Approval of Payroll ($194,704.45)
- BF&S – Development Review Process Improvement and Standardization Services
- Teays River – Economic Development Agreement (EDA)
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BLACKFORD COUNTY COMMISSIONER’S TENTATIVE AGENDA
MEETING DATE: July 20, 2026 Live Streaming & Zoom TIME: 8:30 A.M.
President Lancaster calls the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll call of Members: John Lancaster ____ Laura Coons ____ Dan Borgenheimer _____
Attorney: Aubrey Crist_____
Welcome department heads and visitors.
Calendar of upcoming events:
Next Commissioner’s Meeting – Monday, August 3, 2026, at 8:30 a.m.
Next Council Budget Workshop 1 – Monday, August 3, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
Next Council Regular & Budget Workshop 2 – Wednesday, August 5, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
Adopt Minutes of July 6, 2026, Regular Meeting as Presented or Amended.
Motion______2 nd_______Vote_______
Adopt Minutes of July 14, 2026, Executive Meeting as Presented or Amended.
Motion______2 nd_______Vote_______
Meeting Business
Zoom – Live Streaming
BF&S – Development Review Process Improvement and Standardization Services
BF&S – EDF Solar Farm Administrative Services
BF&S – RWE Prairie Creek Phase 2 Wind Farm Improvement Location Permit Review Services
Lake Trout – Second Amendment Road Use Agreement (RUA)
Teays River – Economic Development Agreement (EDA)
Department Heads
Approval of AP Claims
Regular Claims $495,539.96 Motion ______2 nd _______Vote ____
Misc Claims $624,675.42 Motion ______2 nd _______Vote ____
Payroll Claims $125,477.27 Motion ______2 nd _______Vote ____
Approval of Payroll
PPE 7/3/26 Regular payroll $194,704.45 Motio …
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Wed Jul 8, 2026 · 18:00
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Council to consider Prairie Creek EDA, Synergy Sports study, and 2027 budget prep
The Blackford County Council will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a proposed Economic Development Agreement for Prairie Creek, a sports feasibility study from Synergy Sports, and part-time help for Planning & Zoning. The council will also review a Road Use Agreement, a decommissioning plan for Prairie Creek, and receive the 2027 Budget Worksheet and salary requests. No additional appropriations or fund transfers are on the agenda.
- Planning & Zoning – part-time help
- Synergy Sports – Sports Feasibility Study
- Prairie Creek – Economic Development Agreement (EDA)
- Prairie Creek – Decommissioning Plan
- 2027 Budget Worksheet & Salary Request
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110 W Washington St, Hartford City
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BLACKFORD COUNTY COUNCIL TENTATIVE AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
Meeting Date: July 8, 2026 Time 6:00 pm Zoom & Live Streaming Available
Place: Blackford County Courthouse, 1st Floor 110 W. Washington Street Hartford City, IN
Council President Calls the Meeting to Order. Welcome to all County employees and visitors.
Roll Call of Council Members: Patrick Cale ____ Jim Weiseman ____ Ryan Goodspeed ____
Casey Dick ____ Fred Tobey ____ Kyle Lechien ____ Jack Beckley ____
Calendar of Upcoming Events:
Next scheduled Commissioners Meeting – Monday, July 20, 2026 @ 8:30 a.m.
Next scheduled County Council Budget Workshop 1 – Monday, August 3, 2026 @ 6:00 p.m.
County Council Regular Meeting & Budget Workshop 2 – Wednesday, August 5, 2026 @ 6:00 p.m.
County Council Budget/Public Appeals – Wednesday, August 19, 2026 @ 6:00 p.m.
Adoption of Meeting Minutes for the Regular Meeting held June 3, 2026, as Presented or Amended
Public Comment Regarding Agenda Items Requested for Council Action
Please speak with the Auditor regarding the Council’s Public Comment Policy
Meeting Business - Matters Requested for Council Action
Planning & Zoning – part-time help
Synergy Sports – Sports Feasibility Study
Prairie Creek – Economic Development Agreement (EDA)
Meeting Business - Non-Action Matters / General Information
PAST Recovery Services
Prairie Creek – Decommissionong Plan
Road Use Agreement (RUA)
2027 Budget Worksheet & Salary Request
Committee Report …
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Tue Jul 7, 2026 · 18:00
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110 W Washington St, HARTFORD CITY
Mon Jul 6, 2026 · 08:30
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Commissioners to review Prairie Creek Wind Farm II agreements
The Blackford County Commissioners will meet to discuss wind farm agreements and a library board appointment. The body will also consider claims totaling over $10 million, including a settlement.
- Prairie Creek Wind Farm II, LLC: Economic Development, Road Use, and Decommissioning Agreements
- Misc Claims: $10,310,085.59 (includes settlement)
- Regular Claims: $365,723.34
- Resolution for retirement and transfer of a Sheriff’s Officer K9
- Hartford City Library Board appointment
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BLACKFORD COUNTY COMMISSIONER’S TENTATIVE AGENDA
MEETING DATE: July 6, 2026 Live Streaming & Zoom TIME: 8:30 A.M.
President Lancaster calls the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll call of Members: John Lancaster ____ Laura Coons ____ Dan Borgenheimer _____
Attorney: Aubrey Crist_____
Welcome department heads and visitors.
Calendar of upcoming events:
Next Commissioner’s Meeting – Monday, July 20, 2026, at 8:30 a.m.
Next Council Regular – Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
Adopt Minutes of June 15, 2026, Regular Meeting as Presented or Amended.
Motion______2 nd_______Vote_______
Adopt Minutes of June 22, 2026, Executive Meeting as Presented or Amended.
Motion______2 nd_______Vote_______
Meeting Business
Paul Timmons – Vacate alley
Angela Smith & Ashley Laurence – Back to School Carnival
Resolution Authorizing Retirement & Transfer of a Sheriff’s Officer K9
Hartford City Library Board - Appointment
Prairie Creek Wind Farm II, LLC – Economic Development Agreement (already approved, needs
signed), Road Use Agreement, Decommissioning Agreement
Department Heads
Approval of AP Claims
Regular Claims $365,723.34 Motion ______2 nd _______Vote ____
Misc Claims $10,310,085.59 Motion ______2 nd _______Vote ____
(includes settlement)
Payroll Claims $103,120.97 Motion ______2 nd _______Vote ____
Approval of Payroll
PPE 6/19/26 Regular payroll $194,972.22 Motion ______2 nd ______Vote ____
PPE 6/19/26 OPO payroll $5 …
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Mon Jul 6, 2026 · 09:30
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110 W Washington St, Hartford City
Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 09:30
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110 W Washington St, Hartford City
Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 08:30
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Commissioners to consider Prairie Creek Wind Farm II agreements
The Blackford County Commissioners will consider three agreements for the Prairie Creek Wind Farm II project: an Economic Development Agreement, a Road Use Agreement, and a Decommissioning Agreement. They will also hear a funding request from the Blackford County Historical Society and approve claims and payroll totaling over $1.2 million.
- Prairie Creek Wind Farm II, LLC – Economic Development Agreement, Road Use Agreement, Decommissioning Agreement
- Michael Tabor, Blackford County Historical Society – requesting funds
- Approval of regular claims $345,462.25 and misc claims $525,273.63
- Approval of payroll: regular $184,673.42 and achievement $1,000 for PPE 6/05/26
- Approval of payroll claims: PPE 6/05/26 $67,994.92 and PPE 6/19/26 $66,053.96
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110 W Washington St, Hartford City
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BLACKFORD COUNTY COMMISSIONER’S TENTATIVE AGENDA
MEETING DATE: June 15, 2026 Live Streaming & Zoom TIME: 8:30 A.M.
President Lancaster calls the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll call of Members: John Lancaster ____ Laura Coons ____ Dan Borgenheimer _____
Attorney: Aubrey Crist_____
Welcome department heads and visitors.
Calendar of upcoming events:
Next Commissioner’s Meeting – Monday, July 6, 2026, at 8:30 a.m.
Next Council Regular – Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
Closed for Independence Day on Friday, July 3, 2026
Adopt Minutes of June 1, 2026, Regular Meeting as Presented or Amended.
Motion______2 nd_______Vote_______
Adopt Minutes of June 8, 2026, Executive Meeting as Presented or Amended.
Motion______2 nd_______Vote_______
Meeting Business
Michael Tabor, Blackford County Historical Society -Requesting funds
Prairie Creek Wind Farm II, LLC – Economic Development Agreement, Road Use Agreement,
Decommissioning Agreement
Department Heads
Approval of AP Claims
Regular Claims $345,462.25 Motion ______2 nd _______Vote ____
Misc Claims $525,273.63 Motion ______2 nd _______Vote ____
Payroll Claims PPE 6/05/26 $67,994.92 Motion ______2 nd _______Vote ____
Payroll Claims PPE 6/19/26 $66,053.96 Motion ______2 nd _______Vote ____
Approval of Payroll
PPE 6/05/26 Regular payroll $184,673.42 Motion ______2 nd ______Vote ____
PPE 6/05/26 Achievement payroll $1,000 Motion ______2 nd ______Vote ____
Public …
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Wed Jun 3, 2026 · 18:00
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Council reviews $18,599 equipment and $11,736 maintenance for LIT PSAP
The Blackford County Council will adopt the minutes from the May 6 meeting, hear public comments, and discuss the LEAP Managed IT Support Plan for 2027. Committee reports on community corrections, solid waste, economic development, Blackford Development, and the LEPC will be presented. A financial report shows an ending cash balance of $1,972,223.61 for May 2026. The council will consider additional appropriations for LIT PSAP equipment and maintenance totaling $30,335.02.
- Adopt minutes from the May 6, 2026 regular meeting
- Public comment regarding the Council’s Public Comment Policy
- LEAP Managed IT – IT Support Plan 2027
- Financial report: ending cash balance $1,972,223.61 for May 2026
- Additional appropriations: LIT PSAP equipment $18,599.02 and maintenance $11,736
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BLACKFORD COUNTY COUNCIL TENTATIVE AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
Meeting Date: June 3, 2026 Time 6:00 pm Zoom & Live Streaming Available
Place: Blackford County Courthouse, 1st Floor 110 W. Washington Street Hartford City, IN
Council President Calls the Meeting to Order. Welcome to all County employees and visitors.
Roll Call of Council Members: Patrick Cale ____ Jim Weiseman ____ Ryan Goodspeed ____
Casey Dick ____ Fred Tobey ____ Kyle Lechien ____ Jack Beckley ____
Calendar of Upcoming Events:
Next scheduled Commissioners Meeting – Monday, June 15, 2026 @ 8:30 a.m.
Next scheduled County Council Regular Meeting – Wednesday, July 8, 2026 @ 6:00 p.m.
Courthouse closed for 4th of July – Friday, July 3, 2026
Adoption of Meeting Minutes for the Regular Meeting held May 6, 2026, as Presented or Amended
Public Comment Regarding Agenda Items Requested for Council Action
Please speak with the Auditor regarding the Council’s Public Comment Policy
Meeting Business - Matters Requested for Council Action
Meeting Business - Non-Action Matters / General Information
Al Holdren & Mike Stults, LEAP Managed IT – IT Support Plan 2027
Committee Reports
Community Corrections - Councilman Lechien
Solid Waste - Councilman Dick
Economic Development - Councilman Dick
Blackford Development - Councilman Cale
LEPC - Councilman Goodspeed
Financial Reports (County General Fund)
Ending Cash Balance as of May 2026 $1,972,223.61
Total Expenditures for May …
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Mon Jun 1, 2026 · 09:30
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110 W Washington St, Hartford City
Mon Jun 1, 2026 · 08:30
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Commissioners will approve $668,669.05 in regular and miscellaneous claims
The Blackford County Commissioners will adopt the minutes from the May 18, May 20, and May 26 meetings. They will vote to approve regular claims of $334,434.32 and miscellaneous claims of $319,061.09. They will also approve payroll items totaling $186,063.91, $815.94, and $500. No other substantive business is listed.
- Adopt minutes of May 18, 2026 regular meeting
- Adopt minutes of May 20, 2026 executive meeting
- Adopt minutes of May 26, 2026 regular meeting
- Approve regular claims of $334,434.32
- Approve miscellaneous claims of $319,061.09
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110 W Washington St, Hartford City
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BLACKFORD COUNTY COMMISSIONER’S TENTATIVE AGENDA
MEETING DATE: June 1, 2026 Live Streaming & Zoom TIME: 8:30 A.M.
President Lancaster calls the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll call of Members: John Lancaster ____ Laura Coons ____ Dan Borgenheimer _____
Attorney: Aubrey Crist_____
Welcome department heads and visitors.
Calendar of upcoming events:
Next Commissioner’s Meeting – Monday, June 15, 2026, at 8:30 a.m.
Next Council Regular – Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
Adopt Minutes of May 18, 2026, Regular Meeting as Presented or Amended.
Motion______2 nd_______Vote_______
Adopt Minutes of May 20, 2026, Executive Meeting as Presented or Amended.
Motion______2 nd_______Vote_______
Adopt Minutes of May 26, 2026, Regular Meeting as Presented or Amended.
Motion______2 nd_______Vote_______
Meeting Business
Judy Porter, East Central Indiana Small Business Development Center – 2027 funding
Department Heads
Approval of AP Claims
Regular Claims $334,434.32 Motion ______2 nd _______Vote ____
Misc Claims $319,061.09 Motion ______2 nd _______Vote ____
Payroll Claims $ 55,173.64 Motion ______2 nd _______Vote ____
Approval of Payroll
PPE 5/22/26 Regular payroll $186,063.91 Motion ______2 nd ______Vote ____
PPE 5/22/26 OPO payroll $815.94 Motion ______2 nd ______Vote ____
PPE 5/22/26 Achievement payroll $500 Motion ______2 nd ______Vote ____
Public Comment (3 minute limit):
Adjournment: Time_________ Motion_ …
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Mon May 18, 2026 · 08:30
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Commissioners to consider greenway funding, bank purchase, and fiscal plan
The Blackford County Commissioners will discuss several business items including greenway funding with the mayor, insurance claims for county farm damages, a bank purchase agreement, a Comcast services agreement, and a fiscal sustainability plan from Baker Tilly. They will also approve claims totaling over $1 million and various payrolls.
- Mayor Eckstein and Dustin George – Greenway Funding
- County Farm Damages – Insurance Claims
- Bank Purchase Agreement
- Comcast – Sales Order Form & Master Services Agreement
- Baker Tilly Advisory Group – Fiscal Sustainability Plan
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110 W Washington St, Hartford City
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BLACKFORD COUNTY COMMISSIONER’S TENTATIVE AGENDA
MEETING DATE: May 18, 2026 Live Streaming & Zoom TIME: 8:30 A.M.
President Lancaster calls the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll call of Members: John Lancaster ____ Laura Coons ____ Dan Borgenheimer _____
Attorney: Aubrey Crist_____
Welcome department heads and visitors.
Calendar of upcoming events:
Next Commissioner’s Meeting – Monday, June 1, 2026, at 8:30 a.m.
Next Council Regular – Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
Closed for Memorial Day on Monday, May 25, 2026
Adopt Minutes of May 4, 2026, Regular Meeting as Presented or Amended.
Motion______2 nd_______Vote_______
Meeting Business
Mayor Eckstein & Dustin George – Greenway Funding
County Farm Damages - Insurance Claims
Bank Purchase Agreement
Comcast - Sales Order Form & Master Services Agreement (MSA)
Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP – Fiscal Sustainability Plan (FSP)
Department Heads
Approval of AP Claims
Regular Claims $483,130.75 Motion ______2 nd _______Vote ____
Misc Claims $523,777.55 Motion ______2 nd _______Vote ____
Payroll Claims PPE 4/24/26 $88,614.90 Motion ______2 nd _______Vote ____
Payroll Claims PPE 5/8/26 $66,712.69 Motion ______2 nd _______Vote ____
Approval of Payroll
PPE 4/24/26 Regular payroll $182,661.00 Motion ______2 nd ______Vote ____
PPE 4/24/26 OPO payroll $1,677.21 Motion ______2 nd ______Vote ____
PPE 5/8/26 Regular payroll $191,697.15 Motion ______2 nd ______Vote ____ …
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Wed May 6, 2026 · 18:00
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Blackford County Council to consider RWE/Prairie Creek II abatements
The Blackford County Council will meet to discuss requested actions regarding RWE/Prairie Creek II abatements. The body will also review financial reports for April 2026 and a small fund transfer.
- RWE/Prairie Creek II Abatements
- Transfer of $61.50 from Postage to Misc. in Adult Probation User Fees
- April 2026 General Fund ending cash balance of $2,278,074.40
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110 W Washington St, Hartford City
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BLACKFORD COUNTY COUNCIL TENTATIVE AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
Meeting Date: May 6, 2026 Time 6:00 pm Zoom & Live Streaming Available
Place: Blackford County Courthouse, 1st Floor 110 W. Washington Street Hartford City, IN
Council President Calls the Meeting to Order. Welcome to all County employees and visitors.
Roll Call of Council Members: Patrick Cale ____ Jim Weiseman ____ Ryan Goodspeed ____
Casey Dick ____ Fred Tobey ____ Kyle Lechien ____ Jack Beckley ____
Calendar of Upcoming Events:
Next scheduled Commissioners Meeting – Monday, May 18, 2026 @ 8:30 a.m.
Next scheduled County Council Regular Meeting – Wednesday, June 3, 2026 @ 6:00 p.m.
Courthouse closed for Memorial Day – Monday, May 25, 2026
Adoption of Meeting Minutes for the Regular Meeting held April 8, 2026, as Presented or Amended
Public Comment Regarding Agenda Items Requested for Council Action
Please speak with the Auditor regarding the Council’s Public Comment Policy
Meeting Business - Matters Requested for Council Action
RWE/Prairie Creek II Abatements
Meeting Business - Non-Action Matters / General Information
Committee Reports
Community Corrections - Councilman Lechien
Solid Waste - Councilman Dick
Economic Development - Councilman Dick
Blackford Development - Councilman Cale
LEPC - Councilman Goodspeed
Financial Reports (County General Fund)
Ending Cash Balance as of April 2026 $2,278,074.40
Total Expenditures for April 2026 $ 475,014.07
Tot …
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Mon May 4, 2026 · 08:30
Blackford County Government
Blackford County Commissioners to review energy services and P&Z payments
The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss administrative review services for energy development and a resolution regarding credit card payments. The body will also consider claims and payroll approvals.
- Resolution 2026-05 authorizing credit card payments for P & Z
- BF&S Existing Energy Development Administrative Review Services
- Regular Claims totaling $177,739.64
- Misc Claims totaling $17,396.56
- Payroll Claims totaling $100,379.06
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Blackford County Commissioner Room 1st Floor, Hartford City
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BLACKFORD COUNTY COMMISSIONER’S TENTATIVE AGENDA
MEETING DATE: May 4, 2026 Live Streaming & Zoom TIME: 8:30 A.M.
President Lancaster calls the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll call of Members: John Lancaster ____ Laura Coons ____ Dan Borgenheimer _____
Attorney: Aubrey Crist_____
Welcome department heads and visitors.
Calendar of upcoming events:
Next Commissioner’s Meeting – Monday, May 18, 2026, at 8:30 a.m.
Next Council Regular – Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
Closed for Election Day on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 &
Memorial Day on Monday, May 25, 2026
Adopt Minutes of April 20, 2026, Regular Meeting as Presented or Amended.
Motion______2 nd_______Vote_______
Meeting Business
Kevin DeCamp - Lifestream
Dr. Thomas Lee – Heritage Days
BF&S – Existing Energy Development Administrative Review Services
Resolution 2026-05 Authorizing credit card payments for P & Z
Combined Subdivision Participation and Release Form for RDSA
Department Heads
Approval of AP Claims
Regular Claims $177,739.64 Motion ______2 nd _______Vote ____
Misc Claims $ 17,396.56 Motion ______2 nd _______Vote ____
Payroll Claims $100,379.06 Motion ______2 nd _______Vote ____
Approval of Payroll
PPE 4/10/26 Regular payroll $187,838.64 Motion ______2 nd ______Vote ____
Public Comment:
Adjournment: Time_________ Motion______2 nd_______Vote_______
You are hereby notified the Blackford County Board of Commissioners will meet on Monday, May …
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Mon Apr 6, 2026 · 08:30
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Blackford County Commissioners to review consulting and maintenance agreements
The Board of Commissioners will discuss professional consulting agreements and facility maintenance. The body will also consider claims and payroll approvals totaling over $400,000.
- Agreement with Dossett Consulting, LLC for professional consulting services
- Agreement with Butler, Fairman and Seufert, Inc. via BCEDC
- Clock Tower Maintenance Agreement and Subzero Duct Cleaning for the third floor
- Regular Claims of $234,012.77, Misc Claims of $62,593.64, and Payroll Claims of $119,906.01
- Discussions regarding RUA Amendments (EDF – Lake Trout), RWE (Prairie Creek), and Leeward-Blackford Wind & Solar
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110 W Washington St, Hartford City
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BLACKFORD COUNTY COMMISSIONER’S TENTATIVE AGENDA
MEETING DATE: April 6, 2026 Live Streaming & Zoom TIME: 8:30 A.M.
President Lancaster calls the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll call of Members: John Lancaster ____ Laura Coons ____ Dan Borgenheimer _____
Attorney: Aubrey Crist_____
Welcome department heads and visitors.
Calendar of upcoming events:
Next Commissioner’s Meeting – Monday, April 20, 2026, at 8:30 a.m.
Next Council Regular – Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
Adopt Minutes of March 13, 2026, Executive Session Meeting as Presented or Amended.
Motion______2 nd_______Vote_______
Adopt Minutes of March 16, 2026, Regular Meeting as Presented or Amended.
Motion______2 nd_______Vote_______
Adopt Minutes of March 19, 2026, Joint Executive Session Meeting as Presented or Amended.
Motion______2 nd_______Vote_______
Adopt Minutes of March 24, 2026, Special Session Meeting as Presented or Amended.
Motion______2 nd_______Vote_______
Meeting Business
Katie Mdden – A Better Way display
Ashley Laurence – Hometown Days Festival
Dr. Thomas Lee – Heritage Days
Dossett Consulting, LLC – Agreement to Provide Professional Consulting Services
Warren Brown, BCEDC – Agreement with Butler, Fairman and Seufert, Inc.
RUA Amendments – EDF – Lake Trout
RWE – Prairie Creek
Leeward-Blackford Wind & Solar
Department Heads
Megan Westfall, Facilities Manager – Clock Tower Maintenance Agreement
Subzero Duct Cleaning Third F …
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🌐 County-level context (Blackford County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities4 (2024)
Business establishments231 (2,639 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$928/mo (145 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy18.3% (low numeracy 30% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
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$10.1M
Annual budget
$1.5M
Debt outstanding
17
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$10.1M
Spending$10.1M
Operating spending ran ahead of revenue this year.
Debt load MODERATE
Outstanding debt$1.5M
Debt-to-revenue0.15×
Debt-load index48 / 100
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Outcomes — economic mobility
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