Blackford County officials weigh sheriff contract, 2027 budget in busy week
Blackford County government held three meetings over the past week, covering the 2027 budget, a sheriff contract, and routine claims. All meetings were agenda-only; minutes have not yet been published, so no final decisions are confirmed.
Commissioners consider claims, sheriff contract, road work
The Blackford County Commissioners met Aug. 3 to adopt minutes from July 20 and July 21 meetings and to consider departmental claims totaling $611,144.13. That figure includes regular claims of $545,324.93, miscellaneous claims of $929.74, and payroll claims of $64,889.46.
Department heads presented updates. Sheriff Jim Heflin presented a 2027 sheriff contract, and Highway Superintendent John Pluimer discussed a speed limit request on Teays River Road and bridge design updates. No votes were recorded in the agenda summary.
Council opens 2027 budget process
Also on Aug. 3, the Blackford County Council held its first 2027 budget workshop. The session was listed as a discussion and planning step ahead of subsequent workshops and public appeals. No specific figures or decisions were included in the agenda.
Council weighs security, tablets, workforce development
On Aug. 5, the council met for a regular session with several action items on the agenda. These included courthouse security (listed under Judge Bade), Orijin tablets for the sheriff's department, workforce development, and the 2027 sheriff contract. The council also considered a $1,400 transfer from the Superior Court's Maintenance Agreement line to Legal Research.
Committee reports were scheduled on community corrections, solid waste, and economic development. Financial reports presented at the meeting showed a general fund cash balance of $3,529,571.69, with July expenditures of $613,417.73 and revenue of $190,737.53.
All items remain pending until minutes are approved and published.
Coming up
No upcoming meetings are listed in the next 14 days. Residents should check the county's official agenda postings for any newly scheduled sessions.