Lancaster Township Trustee Wells County, IN

10/12/2026

Please join us as we remember Wanda who served as the Lancaster Township Trustee/Assessor for 20+ years. We extend thoughts and prayers to her family during this time.

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10/09/2026

🧯🔥 Fire Prevention Week: Day 6 – Master Your Fire Extinguisher! 🚨
Having a fire extinguisher in your home is a great first line of defense—but do you know where yours is, and how to use it in an emergency?

For Day 6 of National Fire Prevention Week, the Bluffton Fire Protection Territory wants to make sure every resident knows the simple P.A.S.S. method for operating a fire extinguisher:

How to Use a Fire Extinguisher (P.A.S.S.):
P – PULL: Pull the pin to break the tamper seal.

A – AIM: Aim low, pointing the nozzle at the base of the fire (not the flames).

S – SQUEEZE: Squeeze the handle to release the extinguishing agent.

S – SWEEP: Sweep the nozzle from side to side at the base of the fire until it is completely out.

Quick Weekend Maintenance Check:
-Check the Pressure Gauge: Look at the gauge on top—is the needle pointing in the green zone? If it’s in the red, it needs to be serviced or replaced.

-Placement Matters: Keep at least one extinguisher on every level of your home, especially near high-risk areas like the kitchen, garage, and workshop. Always keep it mounted or stored near an exit!

⚠️ Safety First: Only attempt to fight a fire if it is small, contained (like a small trash can fire), and you have a clear, unblocked exit behind you. If the fire spreads or the room fills with smoke, get out immediately and call 911!

👇 Safety Check: Where is your home's main fire extinguisher located?

10/05/2026

The Lancaster Township trustee office will be closed October 7th & 8th to attend our annual ITA conference. We will do our best to respond to emails and phone calls during business hours. Thank you!

09/23/2026

🚨 FLOOD CLEANUP DUMPSTERS ARE NOW AVAILABLE

We are pleased to announce that the City of Bluffton now has dumpsters available for residents whose homes or property were impacted by the recent flooding.
These dumpsters and all associated services have been generously donated by Republic Services to help our community with the cleanup and recovery process. We are extremely grateful for their support.

📍 LOCATION
Bluffton Wastewater Treatment Plant
702 N. Main Street

🕐 HOURS
Monday–Friday: 7:30 AM–4:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM–12:00 PM

Who can use them?
These dumpsters are for residents whose homes or property were impacted by the recent flooding. They are not for routine household cleanouts or debris unrelated to the flood.

Accepted: Flood-related household trash, drywall, wood, building debris, remodeling debris, furniture, mattresses, large household items and appliances.

🚫 NOT accepted: Hazardous waste, medical waste, liquids/hazardous sludge, paint, electronics, tires, TVs, pesticides, household chemicals or lithium batteries.

Residents must check in with a City staff member upon arrival at the Wastewater Treatment Plant Office. The site may close early if dumpsters become full. If you were impacted by the flooding, please also report your damage through Indiana 2-1-1 as soon as possible (ideally before you drop off items to the dumpsters). This information helps connect residents with available resources and helps document the impact of the flooding in our community.
📞 Dial 2-1-1 or visit Indiana 211 to report your damage and learn about available assistance. A direct link to the online form is below:

https://in211.communityos.org/IDHS_Disaster_Damage_Reporting_Tool?tab=16572 #

Please help us keep this resource available for the residents who need it most. And again, thank you to Republic Services for stepping up for Bluffton.

09/23/2026

WE ARE MOVING! Starting October 1st 2026 the Lancaster Township Trustee Office will be Located at 122 La Mar st. Bluffton, In Suite #118. We will be in the same office as the United Way of Wells County. Thank you for your patience as we make this transition!

09/17/2026

Police, Fire, and Emergency Responders are overwhelmed with calls, DO NOT Drive through high waters or go around barricades! This is for your safety and for theirs! Stay smart and Stay safe!

09/17/2026

Please drive with caution! Major flooding in Wells county and surrounding areas!!

09/11/2026

09/10/2026

Great News!

BIG NEWS FOR BLUFFTON HOMEOWNERS!

The City of Bluffton is excited to announce that we have been awarded $350,000 through the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs (OCRA) Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation Program!

This funding will help provide financial assistance to eligible Bluffton homeowners for critical home repairs and improvements that support safe, healthy, and quality housing.

This grant is especially meaningful because we didn't give up. The City applied for this funding twice before and was not selected. Mayor Scott Mentzer continued to pursue the opportunity because he knew there were Bluffton homeowners who could benefit from this assistance.

We are incredibly grateful to Lieutenant Governor Micah Beckwith, Fred Glynn, Executive Director of OCRA, and Lindsey Hammond, OCRA Northeast Community Liaison, for their support throughout this process.

We also want to thank the Wells County Foundation, Harrison Township, and Lancaster Township for their financial support and investment in this project. These partnerships are what make community projects like this possible. We also are thankful for Region3A for their support as well!

The total project represents an anticipated $447,000 investment in Bluffton homeowners, including approximately $97,000 in local matching funds.

More information about eligibility, applications, and the next steps will be shared as the program moves forward.

This is a great day for Bluffton — and a great example of what can happen when we keep pursuing opportunities and work together as a community. 💙