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2010-2011 Local ProgramAgricultural AwarenessContinued study of the impact of agriculture in Montgomery County including sustainable farming, agri-business, life style, land use, and impact on the environment. Possible actions include hosting a panel discussion on agricultural topics and continuing work on a video about agriculture in our county. Economic Health & Outreach to Small CommunitiesContinue to develop the Small Community Network and to facilitate “Build A Better Community” meetings in the small communities of Montgomery County. Continued support of our position on economic development with an emphasis on tourism in Montgomery County. Economic Health Position Statement (updated April 2009) Green IssuesContinue to provide education about recycling and creation of green space downtown. Plan environmental activities and education. Possible actions include hosting a summer movie series and gauging interest in forming a book club. Health CareStudy the local ramifications of the national Health Care Reform law. Possible actions include conducting a meeting on the subject and distributing written information. Land Use in Montgomery CountyDrainage: Continued support of our position statement regarding the administration of drainage in the county. Drainage Position Statement (August 2005) Fast Facts: The Drains of Montgomery County Section Corner Articles for local newspapers (December 2005) LWV Drainage Report (124 Kb PDF, Adobe Reader Required) (September 2005) Planning: Continued support of our position statement regarding planning in the county. Land Use/Planning Position Statement (November 1989) Presentation on Crawfordsville's 2025 Comprehensive Plan (476 Kb PDF, Adobe Reader Required) (August 2007) Local Government FinanceStudy the ramifications of the Property Tax Cap referendum that will appear on the November 2, 2010 ballot in Indiana. Possible actions include hosting a public meeting on the subject and distributing written information. Study the impact of the current allocation of the Local Option Income Tax (LOIT) and County Option Income Tax (COIT) and how they affect various entities in regards to funding. Possible actions include hosting a public meeting on the subject and distributing written information. Local Government ReformContinued support of our position statement on local government, with an emphasis on public safety/E911 and township government. Local Government Position Statement (December 2009) 2008 Data Sheet Update, Township Trustee Report (64 kb PDF, Adobe Reader Required) (March 2009) Township Trustee Study Final Report (444 kb PDF, Adobe Reader Required) (November 2008) |
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