Our Services.
Township Assistance
Indiana law requires that the township trustees provide essential services to the residents of the township. Because of its "grassroots" structure, the Township Trustee system is designed specifically to quickly meet the financial needs of the individual in an emergency.
Fire Protection
Provide fire protection and ambulance service for the areas of the township not incorporated into a city or town. The protection can be provided by contracting with various fire departments, operating a Township Fire Department or a combination of both.
Cemetery Maintenance
Provide and maintain certain pioneer cemeteries located in the township. This includes those cemeteries which have been abandoned.
Burials
Burial assistance is available from the Township Trustee when no other means of payment are available.
Weed Control
Responsible for destroying detrimental weeds within the township.
Fence Disputes
The township assists in negotiations when a dispute arises between two landowners regarding placement and maintenance of line fences.
If you or someone you know is a victim
of violence, Prevail is here for you.
Prevail supports survivors throughout their journey. They specialize in working with adults, teens, and children who have experienced crime and abuse. All services are free of charge, confidental, and available in English and Español.
Miscellaneous Duties
There are other areas of responsibility for trustees that are not widespread. Those include:
● Parks and Recreation
● Zoning and Planning
● Emergency Medical Service
● Community Centers
● Shelters
● Sirens for Emergency Notification and Response
Appointments
Appointments of members for various City-Township boards.
● Zoning & Planning
● Library