Representative Payee
Township can provide assistance through a payee representative for applicants eligible to receive SSI but are unable to manage their income. (IC 12-10-14)
Fence Disputes
When a dispute arises between two land owners regarding placement and maintenance of line fences, the Trustee is to make determination according to Indiana law. (IC 32-10-9)
Other Issues
We will often get phone calls regarding abandoned houses or excessive rubbish on a property. We refer callers to the following organizations:
- Abandoned houses – Monroe County Building Department (812) 349-2580
- Rubbish – Monroe County Solid Waste District (812) 349-2020
- Allowable use of property – Monroe County Planning Department (812) 349-2560
- Unsafe living conditions – Monroe County Health Department (812) 349-2543
- Loose dogs – Monroe County Animal Management (812) 349-2585
- Fire Department – Monroe County Fire Protection District (812) 331-1906