Allen County Office of Homeland Security

Travel Advisory issued for Allen County Indiana

The Allen County Office of Homeland Security has issued a Travel Advisory for the County.

Allen County hits historic $3B in permitted construction value

On January 2, 2025, the Allen County Building Department reported that building permits for 2024 totaled $3,664,538,816.

Commissioners submit letter of intent regarding interlocal cooperative agreement

Pursuant to its decision on December 6, 2024, the Allen County Board of Commissioners today submitted a letter to the Three Rivers Ambulance Authority Board of Directors communicating its intent to withdraw.

County Commissioners withdrawal from TRAA agreement with the City of Fort Wayne

After years of deliberation, input and research, the Allen County Board of Commissioners formally announced its intention to withdraw from the city-county interlocal agreement that oversees emergency services.

Mayor Tucker’s statement on emergency medical services

Statement from Fort Wayne, Indiana, Mayor Sharon Tucker on emergency medical services in the city.

Allen County Commissioners close on bonds for new Allen County Jail

The Allen County Board of Commissioners announce the successful closing of $203,655,000 in revenue bonds for the new Allen County Jail project, which occurred yesterday afternoon, November 26, 2024.

Winter Contingency/Emergency Shelter Plan for the community in effect for upcoming winter season

The winter contingency/emergency shelter plan for the upcoming winter season will be in effect starting on December 1, 2024 through March 31, 2025.

Allen County Battery Recycling Program: Stop the Spark

The Allen County Department of Environmental Management along with Purdue University Fort Wayne, has been awarded a grant from the U.S. Department of Energy to expand battery recycling.

City offices to be closed for Thanksgiving

The City of Fort Wayne’s offices will be closed on Thursday, November 28, 2024, and Friday, November 29, 2024, in recognition of Thanksgiving.

Allen County Council approves ACPL’s Facilities Master Plan Funding

Today, the Allen County Council officially approved the Phase 1 tax bond for the Allen County Public Library’s Facilities Master Plan, paving the way for significant enhancements to library facilities and infrastructure throughout the county.