These funds were transferred to the Allen County Treasurer on Monday, March 19. The development permits Allen County and governmental units throughout the county to reduce the burden on taxpayers for technology, infrastructure and economic development projects. These unexpected funds not only benefit County government. They also provide an unexpected influx of funds to governmental units throughout Allen County. Cities, towns, libraries, public transit and Fort Wayne International Airport will receive funds.
Government serves people best when it has the financial resources to meet citizens' needs.
I am excited by the potential we have to do good things with these funds. No detailed plan for using these newly discovered funds has been developed. The County Commissioners hope to devote some funds to improving Allen County's tax accounting and voter registration platforms. The Commissioners will work with Allen County Council to create a plan that extends government's ability to provide necessary services. We will make sure that happens.