Wayne County Commissioners

02/11/2026

While at the AIC convention, our own Commissioner Aaron Roberts got to spend time with Governor Braun and Attorney General Todd Rokita. Thanks for advocating for Wayne County!

01/26/2026

Snow Emergency Levels – Important Clarification

We are seeing continued questions and misinformation regarding snow emergency levels and the decision not to issue a Level III Travel Warning during this most recent Winter event.

Snow emergency levels are based solely on road conditions, emergency response capability, and public safety within Wayne County. Decisions are not based on actions taken by surrounding counties.

Travel status decisions are made by the Wayne County Board of Commissioners, relying on real-time information and professional assessments from the Wayne County Emergency Management Agency, County Highway Department, Sheriff’s Office, and dispatch operations.

Wayne County’s Highway Department and City of Richmond's Street Department are well equipped and have performed effectively throughout this event. Based on verified incident data and dispatch reports, roadway incidents have been limited, minor in nature, and handled quickly.

There is no influence from private businesses or outside interests in determining snow emergency levels. The only factors considered are roadway safety and the county’s ability to respond to emergencies.

It is also important to clarify that a Level III Travel Warning DOES NOT automatically close private businesses or excuse employees from reporting to work. Employment decisions are made by individual employers, not by Wayne County Emergency Management or the Board of Commissioners.

Conditions continue to be monitored closely, and the travel status will be adjusted if conditions warrant.

01/25/2026

All Wayne County Offices will be closed on Monday, January 26th until noon.

01/25/2026

We couldn’t be more proud of Erin! She is a an amazing and talented leader. Congratulations Erin, and thank you for your dedication and always willing to serve!

We are incredibly proud to recognize one of our own!

Erin, Deputy Director of Wayne County Emergency Communications, was honored with Emergency Professional of the Year Award. An achievement that is so well deserved!

Erin’s dedication to public safety, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to our community make a daily impact on the work we do. It is truly an honor to work side-by-side with her in service to Wayne County.

Please join us in congratulating Erin on this outstanding recognition!

01/23/2026

25 years of service and still going! 🌟 Join us in celebrating Tia’s retirement from full-time dispatch duty! Thank you for everything, Tia!

01/19/2026

Congratulations on 27 years of dedication to the citizens of Wayne County. The commissioners appreciate your dedication and service, employees like you are rare!

Congratulations to Nancie on 27 years of service! 🎉

01/16/2026

Wayne County Government offices will be closed on Monday, January 19th, in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Normal hours of operation will resume on Tuesday, January 20th.

01/13/2026

Congratulations to Investigator Vickie Castor on reaching her 2-year work anniversary! We are proud to have her on our team at the Wayne County Coroner's Office and thank her for her continued dedication and hard work in serving our community.

01/12/2026

Please join us in celebrating Laura Miller as she retires from the Wayne County Planning and Zoning Department after 33 years of dedicated service. We are incredibly grateful for the expertise and commitment she has shared with our county for over three decades and wish her the very best in her well-earned retirement!

01/09/2026

Please join us in celebrating Denise Doan on her retirement! We extend our deepest gratitude for her 28 years of dedicated service to the Wayne County Surveyor’s Office and wish her the very best in this next chapter!

01/08/2026

Congratulations Matthew! Another example of exemplary employee of Wayne County!

Matthew Cain, ENP, was appointed to our Board in October and brings more than two decades of knowledge serving in public safety. He is the Emergency Communications (9-1-1) and Emergency Management (EMA) Director in Wayne County and active with Indiana NENA. Please join us in welcoming, Matthew!!

01/08/2026

Thank you for your dedication to serving Wayne County citizens, you are truly a shining star!

Congratulations to Rebecca on 22 years of service!