The Putnam County Commission approved the FY26–27 Better Place Plan projects, reaffirming that roughly 60% of recurring BPP revenues go to road resurfacing and transportation; the plan includes $1,000,000 for veteran services IT renovation, $200,000 for Lake Como and completion funds for two athletic complexes.

Commissioners expressed concern about the IT department's current workspace (leaks, soft floors, equipment handling and cybersecurity) and directed staff to return with conceptual options for relocating IT and, potentially, veteran services. Staff was asked to evaluate on-campus renovations and stand-alone construction, and to report code and cost-

Commissioners plan to upgrade veteran services space for better accessibility and security.

Putnam County Veterans Services schedules resource event to connect veterans with essential support.