In accordance with the requirements Title II of the American with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"),Huntington County will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in admission to, access to, or operations of its programs, services or activities.
Employment:Huntington County does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment practices and complies with all regulations promulgated by the US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission under title I of the ADA.
Effective Communication:Huntington County will generally, upon request, provide appropriate aids and services leading to effective communication for qualified person with disabilities so that they can participate equally in the Huntington County programs, services, and activities, including qualified sign language interpreters, documents in Braille, and other ways of making information and communications accessible to people who have speech, hearing or vision impairments.
Modifications to Policies and Procedures:Huntington County will make all reasonable modifications to policies and programs to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy all of its programs, services and activities.For example, individuals with service animals are welcomed in Huntington County offices, even where pets are generally prohibited.
Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service or activity of Huntington County, should contact the ADA Compliance Coordinator as soon as possible but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event.
The ADA does not require Huntington County to take any action that would fundamentally alter the nature of its programs or services, or impose an undue financial or administrative burden.
Questions, concerns, complaints or request for additional information regarding the ADA may be forwarded to Huntington County's designated ADA Coordinator.
Days/Hours Available:Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Huntington County will not place a surcharge on a particular individual with a disability or any group of individuals with disabilities to cover the cost of providing auxiliary aids/services or reasonable modification of policy.
Animal Control
The Huntington County Animal Control Officer is dispatched through the Huntington County Sheriff's Office. Please call the non-emergency dispatch number at (260) 356-8316.
Board of Public Works & Safety
The Board of Public Works & Safety is comprised of five members: the mayor, City Council president and three representatives appointed by the mayor. The Board is the chief administrative body of the City and has control of the day-to-day operations of the City's various departments. Members
The Board of Public Works & Safety meets regularly at 3:30 p.m. on the first and third Mondays of the month. Meetings are open to the public and take place in Council Chambers on the third floor of the City Building, 300 Cherry St.
Are you an unrepresented party of a case and trying to find information on free or reduced-cost legal advice from licensed attorneys? We have resources listed here.
Need to file a document or get information to the court? Our court is a court of record which means the court is required to keep a record of all of its proceedings. Therefore, all communication to the court must be done in written format. If you are choosing to forego representation by counsel, you can find many suggested forms available here.
If you DO choose to proceed in a case without counsel representing you (pro se), you will be held to the same standards as attorneys are held. This means you have obligations including but not limited to ensuring proper service of any documents you file reach the other party/parties and to provide proof of the service to the court. Learn more about your pro se responsibilities here.
Have a question you think Court Staff may be able to answer? Read this before calling.
City-County Home Page
Welcome to the home page of the City of Huntington. Huntington is a great place to live, work and raise a family. Our City team is here to serve you!
Incorporated in 1848, the City of Huntington is celebrating its 175th anniversary throughout 2023!
City Council
Mission Statement of the City Council
As a progressive city, we are dedicated to providing an effective government for the citizens of Huntington. Offering excellent customer service while providing sound fiscal management. Balancing economic prosperity with the preservation of our neighborhoods and natural resources.
We recognize our citizens as our most valuable resource. We acknowledge the people who live and work in our city as our greatest assets. Their ethnic, economic, and religious diversity provides the strength that holds our community together.
The City of Huntington, Indiana, is a community of civility and inclusion, where diversity is honored and differences are respected.
City Council Members
City Council is comprised of seven members, five of whom are elected from districts and two who are elected at large. The Council approves all budgeted expenditures by the City and also considers all resolutions and ordinances of the City.
Huntington City Council meets regularly on the second and last Tuesdays of the month at 7 p.m. Meetings are open to the public and take place in Council Chambers on the third floor of the City Building, 300 Cherry St.
Watch Council meetings live online by visiting YouTube.com and searching "City of Huntington, Indiana".
The City Services Office delivers effective and efficient services to residents, with the goal of improving quality of life for everyone in Huntington.
City Services is comprised of three important city departments:
The Street Department is a professional team dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Huntington through the maintenance and improvement of City streets – the largest single asset owned by the citizens of Huntington. We are committed to providing the highest level of service to the community concerning our city's roadways while providing valuable services including yard waste management, administration of contracted trash/recycling services, winter snow/ice removal and more.
Note: It may take up to two business days for online payments to reflect on your account.
The City Utilities Drop Box & Resource Center has its own entrance on Cherry Street.
Setting Up Your City Utilities Online Account
Please Note: An online account is optional and allows you to pay your bill, view usage history, and more. Your email address must be on file before registration. If you’ve paid online before, your email may already be registered.
To add or update your email address, call the City Utilities Billing Office at (260) 356-3220.
Click the "Pay City Utilities Bill" button above, then select "Register here."
Create a unique username and password by following the prompts.
Enter your service address exactly as shown on your bill (e.g., 300 Cherry St, no period, do not write "Street").
Fire hydrant installation, replacement, and repair
Meter reading
Monthly and annual water quality reports
To request a new service connection, a permit is required. Permits are available at the Engineer’s Office, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Visit the Engineer’s or Clerk's page for permit fees and City ordinances (Chapter 50: Water Service).
The Clerk-Treasurer acts as chief financial officer of the City of Huntington. Located in the City of Huntington’s business office, the Clerk-Treasurer handles a variety of duties for the city, including accounting, payroll, and budget management. In addition, the Clerk-Treasurer is the Secretary for the City Common Council and the Board of Public Works and Safety, preparing agendas and minutes.
Communications
The Communications Department works to engage with Huntington residents and keep them up to date on the important decisions made by their city government. We recognize that open communication is foundational to trust and crucial to our efforts to serve the Huntington community.
Programs, Activities & Events by Our Community Partners
Community Corrections
Mission Statement
The mission of Huntington County Community Corrections is to provide the local court system with alternative sentencing and to make the community a safer place through a balanced system of evidence-based practices and services to the offenders. Huntington County Community Corrections strives to provide a safe environment, effective management of offenders, and worthwhile programs for offenders that will assist them in life while providing them with an opportunity to maintain their family structure.
Vision Statement
The vision of Huntington County Community Corrections is to provide meaningful, affordable, cost effective alternatives to the offender population that instills individual accountability while redirecting behaviors using evidence-based practices to provide for successful re-integration into society.
The Huntington County Commissioners passed Preliminary Resolution 2024-06 on Monday, April 29, 2024, in response to citizens' concerns and to further review the potential impacts of proposed solar projects in the county.
In addition, the Commissioners approved a Solar Moratorium at their July 1, 2024, meeting.
Please see the documents below for further detail:
"To protect and enhance the quality of life of the citizens of Huntington County."
Our Mission Statement
Inform Decision Makers about planning, zoning, and building matters. Provide the best professional planning and building code advice. Offer accurate and detailed information, advantages and disadvantages, and the impacts of all developments.
Inform the Public about planning, zoning, and building matters. Make the information on hand easily accessible. Keep the public informed of pending changes in planning, zoning, and building codes and regulations.
Recognize that all citizens of Huntington County are our Customers. As such, the Department is committed to a high standard of Public Service, offering quality service to the citizens that visit the Department as well as those who do not.
Provide for Equitable, Consistent, and Fair development. Inform the customer what they can do, not what they cannot do. Always be consistent in the information provided.
Constantly Search for a Better Way by investigating improvements in services offered and how services are provided.
Our Services
DCD serves the unincorporated areas of Huntington County and the towns of Andrews, Markle, Mount Etna, Roanoke, and Warren.
Answer planning, zoning, building, and development questions
Review and issue building permits
Review all rezoning, special exception, variance, subdivision, development plan, and livestock operation applications that are filed
Prepare amendments to codes and ordinances to maintain compliance with state law
License electrical contractors
Conduct unsafe building inspections
Assign new house and building addresses
Serve as floodplain administrator for the county and towns
Update and maintain Comprehensive Plans for the county and towns
Please contact the Department on the day of a scheduled meeting to see if it has been canceled. Often, meetings are canceled due to a lack of agenda items, especially the Town BZA meetings and Plat Committee meetings.
Community Development & Redevelopment (City)
Department Overview
The Community Development and Redevelopment Department is a full-service land use and development department. It works collaboratively with other City departments, elected officials, local partners, and regional organizations to enhance the quality of life in our community, neighborhood by neighborhood. This work includes oversight of development-related activities within the jurisdiction of the City of Huntington, Indiana, which currently includes all properties located within the corporate limits.
Planning and Zoning
The Department supports the Plan Commission in implementing the City's Comprehensive Plan, which serves as a guide for future growth and development. Zoning, subdivision, and other land use codes provide the standards that help realize the plan’s vision.
Building
The Department oversees residential and commercial construction activity within the City's jurisdiction. This includes:
Issuing construction-related permits
Reviewing plans for compliance with state and local building codes
Conducting inspections throughout the construction process
Responding to citizen complaints about unsafe structures and housing code violations
Redevelopment
Redevelopment efforts focus on encouraging economic development in blighted or underutilized areas identified by the Redevelopment Commission. The Department assists the Commission in:
Administering the City’s Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Districts
Implementing the Economic Development Plan
Partnering with private investors and developers to support job creation and tax base growth
Mission Statement
We serve Huntington by providing honest, responsive, and personalized service. Our goal is to enhance quality of life and foster growth through responsible guidance of physical development, in alignment with the City of Huntington Comprehensive Plan.
Permitting Excellence
Permitting Excellence Coalition logo representing development standards and service.
The Huntington County Board of Commissioners (left to right): Terry Stoffel, Rob Miller and Tom Wall
The Board of County Commissioners is the chief legislative body in Huntington County. The Commissioners meet every other Monday at 8:30 a.m. in Room 103A of the Huntington County Courthouse. Meeting dates are subject to change due to scheduled holidays or other scheduling conflicts.
The three County Commissioners are elected to four-year terms by the voters of Huntington County and represent the geographical district in which they reside.
Among their roles and responsibilities, the Commissioners maintain County roads and highways, set policies and procedures for County employees, support economic growth and development, and establish governmental policies to ensure the health, safety and welfare of Huntington County residents.
Property record cards and other public information can be found on our GIS-Beacon site.
County Auditor
Welcome to the Huntington County Auditor's Office website. This site is designed to provide you with information about our office and the services and resources available to you. It is the highest goal of our office to consistently provide professional and courteous service to the public in a timely manner.
The County Auditor is a constitutional office holder elected by the vote of the county at large for a term of four years with prohibition against serving more than two consecutive terms.
The Auditor is the Chief Financial Officer of the County. The staff is responsible for handling all receipts and disbursements of County funds, creating financial statements for the County, completing annual reports for review by the State Board of Accounts, and maintaining payroll for over 214 County employees.
Additionally, the office handles all transfers of ownership of real property, preserves the plat maps of the County GIS system, maintains tax duplicates for all real, personal, mobile home, drainage and special assessment records, controls distributions of tax collections, special assessments, and special revenue collections for all units of government within Huntington County, and manages the filing of all applications for exemptions and deductions allowable by state statute.
The Auditor is also Secretary to the County Council. All budgets, salary ordinances, additional appropriations, transfers, and abatement applications are submitted to Council for approval. The Auditor maintains the minutes of all County Council proceedings.
County Clerk
Thank you for visiting the County Clerk website. We are proud to serve Huntington County!
Helpful Information and Important Functions in the Clerk's Office
