Commissioners adopt ADA procedures and approve $15,000 engineering work for courthouse and health department ramps

Commissioners approved routine updates to county ADA procedures and appointed an ADA coordinator as outlined in Resolution 2026-12. The board also approved the Title VI implementation plan for 2027.

Megan Jones (speaker 7) presented an engineering scope from USI to prepare drawings, specifications and a bid package for ADA-compliant ramps, sidewalks and lighting for the Blackford County Courthouse and the health department. "The price of this is 15,000," she said, and noted the bids and quotes were expected back by Nov. 1. Committee member (speaker 2) moved to approve the engineering report and scope; the motion was seconded and approved by a unanimous voice vote.

Jones said the project addresses noncompliant ramp grades and will also help the county reach design standards necessary for parking compliance. Commissioners agreed the improvements could help position the county for grant opportunities to fund construction once engineering and bid packages are complete.