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| Owen County Council District Two Information |
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| Written by Anton K Neff |
| Friday, 01 February 2008 13:40 |
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The Owen County Council started 2008 with its first meeting January 14th. Below is information you may find helpful when you have questions or need assistance. As our District Two Council member, being accessible to you as a public official is a responsibility that I take very seriously. WHO IS AND HOW DO I REACH MY DISTRICT'S COUNCIL MEMBER? Anton Karl Neff Owen County Councilman, District 2 306 North Park Avenue Spencer, Indiana 47460 (812) 829-4254 Home (812) 325-4029 Cell This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it http://www.antonkarlneff.com E-mail is typically the best way to get in touch with me, followed by telephone. I am also more than happy to meet with you in-person to discuss complex issues. WHO ARE OTHER MEMBERS OF THE OWEN COUNTY COUNCIL? Mike Wood, At-Large, President Patty Steward, District 4, Vice-President Irma Jean Franklin, At-Large Donnie Hall, At-Large Nick Robertson, District 1 Kristin Szczerbik, District 3 WHAT IS THE COUNTY COUNCIL? It is a seven member board consisting of four elected from districts and three elected county wide. The Council reviews and sets county operating budgets, establishes compensation for county officials and employees, appropriates public funds, and has the ability to secure financing for county government projects. The Council also makes appointments to various local boards. WHEN DOES THE COUNTY COUNCIL HOLD PUBLIC MEETINGS? Regular meetings and budget hearings are open to the public. Regular monthly meetings are held at the Owen County Courthouse in the 2nd floor meeting room on the second Monday of each month at 7:00 PM. The deadline to be a part of the meeting agenda regarding an issue relating to the County Council is the Monday prior to the meeting. All agenda inquires can be directed to the Auditor at 829-5000. Annual budget hearings are also held at the Courthouse and usually are conducted late August/early September. Other special meetings, committee meeting, and workshops as needed may be advertised on a per case basis in the Spencer Evening World. WHAT ISSUES MAY I CONTACT MY COUNCIL MEMBER ABOUT? Any issue relating to budgets, compensation, etc., as noted above. In addition, don't be afraid to ask ANY question about ANY county government topic. If you have a question that is outside the realm of County Council related business, I can still help point you in the right direction for further assistance. Communication is a two-way street and I also often contact folks in the District to ask for their opinions and insight on issues as well. You can also contact me regarding County Plan Commission issues as I serve as the Council's appointment to that board. WHAT IS YOUR POLICY ON CONFIDENTIALITY? I encourage open communication and in order to do so, I simply ask that people identify themselves. I do not respond to unsigned letters, anonymous calls, etc. If a person requests that I keep their name confidential when I work to address an issue, I will honor that. IS THERE A DISTRICT TWO WEBSITE? Yes! And you are currently viewing it. Please explore the site as you will find information such as: -A schedule of upcoming meetings -Minutes to meetings for County Council, County Commissioners, County Plan Commission & Board of Zoning Appeals, and the Town of Spencer -County office telephone numbers -Links to Owen County businesses, churches, organizations, local utility companies, media, recreational facilities, and other governmental services. -Updates regarding important issues I am looking forward to continuing my service to you. Please feel free to contact me anytime you need assistance or have questions. Sincerely, Anton |
| Last Updated on Tuesday, 29 April 2008 23:52 |