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Porter County Indiana
Porter County Indiana

Porter County Indiana

Porter County Indiana

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Governance
The elected three member Board of Commissioners serves as the legislative and executive branch of county government. Generally, their roles and responsibilities apply only to the unincorporated areas of the county outside the municipal boundaries of our cities & towns. The elected seven member County Council serves as the fiscal branch of county government and has the ultimate decision making power regarding fiscal affairs.

Infrastructure
County government is responsible for maintaining 132 bridges throughout Porter County as well as 815 miles of roads and storm water management in unincorporated areas outside the municipal boundaries of our cities and towns.

Quality Of Life
County government provides a wide range of programs and services to maintain and improve quality of life including the Memorial Opera House, Expo Center, Museum, Dunes Tourism, Parks & Recreation, Animal Shelter, Veterans Services, Public Libraries, Airport, Soil Conservation, Recycling& Waste Reduction and Health Department

 

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Porter County Health Department revolutionizes health in Porter County with new mobile health clinic

Autum Meyers
By: Autum Meyers Last Updated: May 10, 2023
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Porter County Health Department revolutionizes health in Porter County with new mobile health clinic The Porter County Health Department is always looking for innovative ways to improve the health and well-being of its community members, and the department’s newest resource is truly incredible. On Tuesday, May 9, the Porter County Health...

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Porter County Government Health Clinic Ribbon Cutting 2023

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The Porter County Expo Center in Valparaiso Seeking Vendors For Their 1st Annual Summer Farmers Market & Handmade Craft Fair

By: Porter County Government Last Updated: May 5, 2023
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The Porter County Expo Center in Valparaiso Seeking Vendors For Their 1st Annual Summer Farmers Market & Handmade Craft Fair The Expo Center is excited to offer their facility for their 1ST Annual Summer Farmers Market & Handmade Craft Fair on Saturday, June 24th from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. We are excited to offer our facility for vendors with locally grown products as...

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Storm Water Department makes a splash in Porter County’s quality of life

Lauren Grasham
By: Lauren Grasham Last Updated: April 21, 2023
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Storm Water Department makes a splash in Porter County’s quality of life Rain or shine, the Porter County Storm Water Program is working hard around the clock to make sure the county’s stormwater infrastructure is flowing smoothly all year-round. While the department wasn’t established until 2016, a...

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Auditions for 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee May 15 & 16, 2023

By: Memorial Opera House Last Updated: April 12, 2023
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Auditions for 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee May 15 & 16, 2023 Memorial Opera House is pleased to announce upcoming auditions for The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee! Directors/Vocal Directors: Stephen Dean and Jordan Dollins Choreographer: Jordyn Romersberger Please fill out the Audition form here:...

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10 Fun Things To Do in Northwest Indiana this weekend, April 13 – April 16

Damon Modglin
By: Damon Modglin Last Updated: April 10, 2023
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10 Fun Things To Do in Northwest Indiana this weekend, April 13 – April 16 Wacky weather in the Region, move aside! Spring is here, and Northwest Indiana is helping you prepare. From changing out your wardrobe to hitting the trails, the outdoors are calling your name! Or maybe what you’re hearing is the roar of the crowd...

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10 Fun Things To Do in Northwest Indiana this weekend, April 13 – April 16

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Indiana 211 Collecting March/April Severe Storm Damage Reports

By: Porter County Government Last Updated: April 4, 2023
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Indiana 211 Collecting March/April Severe Storm Damage Reports Hoosiers who were impacted by the severe storms that occurred overnight on March 31-April 1, 2023 are asked to contact Indiana 211 to report damages and help with damage assessment. To help establish a comprehensive assessment of damages, residents...

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10 Fun Things To Do in Northwest Indiana this weekend, April 6 – April 9

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By: Damon Modglin Last Updated: April 3, 2023
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10 Fun Things To Do in Northwest Indiana this weekend, April 6 – April 9 The Region’s hopping into spring this weekend, and you’re invited to come along! As Easter comes around, expect photo opportunities in Crown Point with the Easter Bunny and egg hunting at Sunset Hill Farm. There’s also a wonderful selection of...

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10 Fun Things To Do in Northwest Indiana this weekend, April 6 – April 9

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