Benton County
Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Benton County.
- Buyer type:
- County
- Location:
- Fowler, IN
- Country:
- US
Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Benton County.
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
194494
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
8,883
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Latest Budget Year
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Operating Budget
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Includes fiscal year calendars, procurement complexity scores, and strategic insights.
Board meetings and strategic plans from Benton County
The Council discussed the implementation of a night shift differential pay option for 911 dispatch personnel, setting it at $1.00 per regular hour worked. The EMA representative provided updates on current and pending grant applications. The Council reviewed and approved various transfer requests submitted by department heads. Additionally, members discussed local income tax (LIT) changes and planned for upcoming conference attendance to gather further information and clarification.
The council approved an additional appropriation of $36,000 for the Earl Park Public Library to support building renovations, specifically for refurbishing and replacing windows. Additionally, the council reviewed and approved transfer requests from department heads. Members discussed confusion regarding new Local Income Tax (LIT) changes and considered arranging a meeting with an expert for further explanation.
The commissioners discussed highway maintenance operations including chip sealing and crack seal material, and reviewed a new fencing agreement. The assessor's contract with Thomas Assessment Professionals was approved with specific stipulations. The sheriff's office presented maintenance quotes for the jail and discussed fair week payroll logistics. The EMA/EMS department received approval for adding satellite internet to the 911 center, discussed grant applications, and secured permission for the usage of a lift for a public mural project. Additionally, the prosecutor's request for two part-time clerical positions was approved. Finally, the board processed monthly claims, payroll, and a data request from Farm & Home Publishers for plat book updates.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Track Benton County meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
Early signals from meeting minutes and plans
Vendor mentions and competitor tracking
Decision timeline from discussion to RFP
Public-sector contacts connected to Benton County.
Quotable insights from buyer leadership