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St. Joseph County commissioners just secured 24/7 cybersecurity monitoring for their 911 dispatch center, ensuring top-notch protection for critical services!

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Commissioners approve renewal with UncommonX for 24/7 PSAP cybersecurity monitoring
The board un-tabled and approved a renewal agreement with UncommonX to provide managed cybersecurity and exposure management services for the county's 911 dispatch center, with staff describing 24/7 monitoring and monthly reviews.
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September 26, 2026 at 2:10 PM
St. Joseph County's proposed $4.1 million upgrade to the 911 phone system has been tabled as commissioners raise concerns about cost and vendor comparisons.

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Commissioners table $4.1 million 911 phone system upgrade after questions on cost and vendor comparisons
St. Joseph County 911 staff proposed a cloud-based AT&T Vesta NXT phone system priced just under $4.1 million for 32 positions; commissioners expressed concern about the price and requested more vendor comparisons and formal proposals, then voted to table the item.
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June 2, 2026 at 5:44 PM
Residents are raising alarms over massive solar developments that could threaten century-old drainage systems and exacerbate flooding in St. Joseph County.

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Residents warn drainage board that Hexagon solar plans could damage century‑old tiles and worsen flooding
Residents used privilege of the floor to present a binder and maps showing large solar proposals (described as 2,000 to 7,047 acres in different maps), urged limits near county tile lines and urged the board to require engineered detention and tile protections; county counsel materials describing the board's statutory powers were also presented.
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March 8, 2026 at 1:13 PM
As the St. Joseph County Election Board grapples with a potential conflict of interest over its legal representation, tensions rise amid calls for transparency and accountability.

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Election board debates keeping law firm amid conflict-of-interest concerns
At a St. Joseph County Election Board meeting members debated a motion to retain the board’s current law firm for pending litigation after at least one member and a public commenter raised an appearance-of-conflict concern; the board said it would seek an advisory opinion from the Indiana Supreme Court Disciplinary Commission.
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March 31, 2026 at 8:37 PM
In a surprising turn of events, the St. Joseph County Election Board has ruled that Daniel J. Schutzel will remain on the Republican primary ballot despite challenges from local GOP leaders claiming he is "not in good standing."

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Board denies GOP challenge; Dan Schutzel remains on county council ballot
After extensive legal argument the St. Joseph County Election Board voted to deny a challenge from county Republicans seeking to disqualify Daniel J. Schutzel as 'not in good standing'; the board concluded statutory affiliation evidence and filings supported his ballot access and challengers signaled intent to appeal.
citizenportal.ai
March 4, 2026 at 7:01 AM
St. Joseph County commissioners just approved significant budget cuts on infrastructure projects while seeking a $500,000 federal grant for safer roads—what does this mean for the community?

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St. Joseph County commissioners approve road change orders, seek federal safety grant, and OK IT contracts
On May 19 the county board approved a $342,895.31 reduction on the Cleveland Beach Road roundabout final contract, a $29,336.25 decrease on a bridge maintenance contract, authorized advertising for a Cedar Road structure replacement, approved submitting a $500,000 Safe Streets and Roads for All grant application, and approved several IT service agreements and renewals.
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May 23, 2026 at 9:48 PM
A passionate New Carlisle resident is calling for a one-year moratorium on new data-center rezonings, raising alarms about the potential impact of the upcoming Amazon project on local resources and community health.

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Resident urges St. Joseph County to back one-year moratorium on data-center rezonings
A New Carlisle resident urged the St. Joseph County Board of Commissioners to support a one-year moratorium on data-center rezonings, citing concerns about expanding footprints and uncertain water and energy impacts; a commissioner defended previous public support for a recent rezoning, citing limited water impact and economic benefits.
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January 8, 2026 at 4:53 PM
The redevelopment commission just unlocked $4.5 million to kickstart vital road projects in New Carlisle, paving the way for economic growth!

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Commission approves $4.5 million to advance frontage-road and Gordon Road projects
The commission approved Resolution 2026-14 to provide $4,500,000 toward two awarded bids for a frontage road over Rogers Clark Ditch (Division A) and Gordon Road over Nespejani Ditch (Division B) so the board of commissioners can formally award contracts.
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September 12, 2026 at 8:45 AM
Amazon is set to invest $34 million in St. Joseph County, funding crucial infrastructure and public safety projects that will transform the community!

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Amazon terms include $34 million for roads, public-safety and community needs in St. Joseph County
The redevelopment commission reviewed a proposed $34,000,000 community enhancement payment from AWS/Amazon divided among infrastructure, community/regional needs and public safety initiatives tied to the New Carlisle/Southern campus development.
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September 11, 2026 at 11:39 PM
St. Joseph County just secured a groundbreaking $34 million deal with Amazon Data Services for vital road improvements and community enhancements!

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County approves $34 million road-improvement agreement with Amazon Data Services
St. Joseph County accepted a $34 million road-improvement agreement with Amazon Data Services that commits funds to infrastructure projects, community needs and a public-safety bucket for the IEC area.
citizenportal.ai
September 11, 2026 at 4:11 AM
A heated town council hearing revealed shocking allegations of procedural unfairness, with candidates and residents threatening lawsuits over missing names and transparency failures.

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Candidates and residents press board over missing names, Open Door Law concerns
Candidates who said they filed and residents who said the agenda failed to disclose decision-making urged the board to reconsider; at least one public speaker said he would sue for alleged Open Door Law violations.
citizenportal.ai
September 11, 2026 at 4:17 AM
St. Joseph County is making a major shift in employee health benefits, projecting over $1.4 million in savings and expanding hospital access for workers and their families!

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County switches employee health plan to Anthem, adopts TrueScripts for pharmacy benefits
After a presentation from Horton Group, the board voted to change the county's health-plan administrator to Anthem and the pharmacy-benefit manager to TrueScripts, citing expanded hospital network access and projected savings.
citizenportal.ai
September 11, 2026 at 4:13 AM
The St. Joseph County Election Board's recent vote leaves four Democratic candidates off the ballot, sparking a fierce legal debate about their eligibility.

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St. Joseph County board accepts ballot proofs, four Democratic candidates not listed
After attorneys debated whether four candidates had statutory standing, the St. Joseph County Election Board voted to accept ballot proofs as reviewed (Sept. 2); the four names discussed were not on the proofs and the board recorded a 2–1 vote to accept them as presented. The parties were advised the courts remain the forum for late challenges.
citizenportal.ai
September 11, 2026 at 4:12 AM
A child was left with serious injuries after a dog attack, leading to a heated debate over the animal's dangerous designation amidst conflicting testimonies.

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Commission upholds dangerous designation for Blue after child injured; owner disputes some details
A June 22 incident left a child with puncture wounds to the lips requiring stitches; despite owner disputing parts of the file and identity of the dog in evidence, the commission upheld the dangerous-animal designation for Blue after testimony and video evidence were presented.
citizenportal.ai
September 3, 2026 at 10:53 PM
Public commenters are demanding accountability from the Indiana Attorney General over a controversial lawsuit involving the sheriff while also pushing for transparency in township mergers and government records.

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Public commenters press county on attorney general lawsuit, township-merger process and records requests
Public speakers criticized the attorney general's handling of a lawsuit involving the sheriff, urged deliberative public process on Senate Enrolled Act 270 township mergers, and called for improved transparency on public-records requests and county spending.
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August 26, 2026 at 9:37 AM
Public outrage erupted at a recent hearing as citizens accused officials of manipulating candidate challenges and warned that reducing vote centers could suppress vital voter turnout.

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Public commenters warn against consolidation and accuse board of partisanship after challenges
Multiple residents and party representatives criticized the hearing and warned that reducing vote centers would suppress turnout; speakers called the process partisan and urged protections for voter access and parking for absentee staff.
citizenportal.ai
August 24, 2026 at 2:07 PM
Residents are demanding accountability after GM's stake sale to Samsung SDI raised questions about local project transparency and the county's commitment to its agreements.

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Public commenters press commissioners on GM–Samsung SDI sale, accountability and Midwest Trails pause
Residents asked whether the county will seek compensation after GM sold a stake in the EVB project to Samsung SDI and urged commissioners to address perceived missteps on local projects including Midwest Trails and Portage Manor; speakers defended county staff and called for transparency.
citizenportal.ai
August 16, 2026 at 3:17 AM
The St. Joseph County Utilities Board is taking a close look at Waste Management's proposal to change leachate pretreatment parameters, but only if they agree to cover the costs!

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Board agrees to engineering review of Waste Management request, subject to reimbursement
Board agreed to authorize JPR to analyze a Waste Management request to alter leachate pretreatment/permit parameters, with approval conditioned on a reimbursement agreement or confirmation that Waste Management will cover analysis and any bench testing costs.
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August 8, 2026 at 1:45 AM
The Mayflower Road bridge project has officially crossed the finish line with a final change order approval, bringing clarity to a $5.3 million investment!

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Commissioners approve final change order and accept NDOT inspection for Mayflower Road bridge
A final change order for NDOT project 1902817 (Mayflower Road bridge over Norfolk Southern and Nicky railroads) was approved and the board accepted NDOT's final inspection; staff said the project's final adjusted contract amount is $5,379,687.28.
citizenportal.ai
August 6, 2026 at 10:29 AM
Residents are demanding transparency and safety as they challenge the planned INDOT project at State Road 2, citing overlooked concerns and dangerous traffic implications.

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Residents press commissioners over INDOT SR 2 project, election-board accusations and transparency
Public commenters urged the county to pause INDOT's planned SR 2 improvements and criticized county decisions on industrial development; other speakers disputed election-board criticism and asked commissioners for follow-up on investigations and accounting related to prior projects.
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August 6, 2026 at 10:27 AM
Residents are demanding accountability from the Area Planning Commission after alleging serious transparency issues with proposed solar projects, claiming “outright lies” from county staff.

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Residents cite transparency concerns and demand accountability during APC public forum on solar projects
The APC suspended its standard order of business to allow a public forum where dozens of residents raised allegations of nontransparent permitting, incomplete application reviews, lack of staff responsiveness, and possible legal irregularities related to solar-project applications. The motion to allow the forum passed 5–2.
citizenportal.ai
July 29, 2026 at 8:58 PM
A surprising discovery of buried utilities has led to a $415,645 change order for the Smilax Road lift station project, with Amazon potentially footing the bill—find out what else the county officials uncovered!

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Board approves $415,645 change order for Smilax Road lift station after buried utilities discovered
Commissioners approved Change Order No.3 for the Smilax Road lift station and forcemain project, increasing the contract by $415,645.44 to address unforeseen utilities in a railroad right-of-way; presenters said as-builts and a guided-bore system were needed and stated Amazon will pay at least part — and possibly all — of the cost.
citizenportal.ai
July 29, 2026 at 8:48 PM
Residents of St. Joseph County are demanding answers about solar project permits and transparency from the Area Plan Commission after a heated public forum.

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Residents press APC for transparency and accountability during extended public forum on solar projects
Dozens of residents used an APC‑allowed public forum to demand staff responsiveness and transparency, raise objections to solar‑project permitting/grandfathering and ask the commission to investigate alleged irregularities in permit completeness and review processes.
citizenportal.ai
July 27, 2026 at 6:52 PM