Wayne County Council Meeting of July 1, 2026

The Wayne County Council meeting held on July 1, 2026, included several procurement-related discussions and approvals. The council approved moving forward with a FEMA grant application through the Indiana state Homeland Security Program to enhance the county's backup 911 system, with an anticipated grant amount of up to $18,000 and no local match required. Updates were provided on various capital improvement projects, including drainage and paving at the fairgrounds, jail window replacements, and courthouse entrance renovations. The council also discussed the receipt of a $270,000 refund related to a past federal grant for the Cardinal Greenway trail, with plans to appropriate and return the funds to the Cardinal Greenway Association. Additionally, bids for sheriff's vehicles were received and will be reviewed by the finance committee. The meeting concluded with no further business and adjournment.