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Vote centers approved

Jay County will begin using the new polling method in 2026

Starting in the 2026 primary, Jay County will use two vote center locations for Election Day — Jay Community Center in Portland and West Jay Community Center in Dunkirk. Voters may cast their ballots at either location.

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Hospital willing to make donation of land

Monroe: IU Health could give 2 acres to county

Jay County Council heard Wednesday that IU Health Jay officials have indicated a willingness to donate property near Jay Emergency Medical Service’s base in Portland.

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Another round of projects approved

Owner-occupied program helps with cost of improvements

Jay County Commissioners agreed to move forward Monday with a second round of projects involved in the owner-occupied rehabilitation program. Jay County community coordinator Darlesia Lee also announced some construction projects from the first round are beginning this week.

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County OKs ’25 salary ordinance

Council approves wages for next year

Jay County Council approved the county’s 2025 salary ordinance at a brief meeting Wednesday.

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Pitch made for new software

County auditor, deputy treasurer say current program is outdated

County officials are looking into software changes for a few county offices. Jay County Council heard Wednesday from Jay County auditor Emily Franks and Jay County Treasurer’s Office first deputy Jonelle Foreman about a need to update financial and property tax software.

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