AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoSNAP Storm Relief: Indiana will automatically replace SNAP benefits for households in 19 counties where food was lost in the Aug. 11 outages, with USDA approval and deposits landing on or around Sept. 26 (no paperwork; replacement levels depend on when benefits were originally issued). Local Housing & Surveillance: Bloomington City Council approved zoning changes aimed at housing affordability and introduced a license plate reader ban, following earlier transparency limits and Monroe County’s move to end its Flock contract. City Budget: Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker released a proposed 2027 operating budget totaling $257.7 million, with neighborhood street and sidewalk investments and a 2.9% increase tied to shifting local tax rules. Public Safety: Wayne County reported 25 warrant-category jail bookings for the week ending Sept. 13, while Indiana also saw a five-day ICE operation net more than 400 arrests statewide. Economy Watch: Gas prices stayed volatile in Indiana’s latest GasBuddy reports, with E85 and diesel averages rising week over week as national fuel costs remain sensitive to global oil and refinery conditions. Indiana Courts & Civic Education: A senior special judge visited East Allen County Schools for Constitution Day, using a student voting-registration moment to stress civic responsibility. Business/Restructuring: Meritage Hospitality filed for voluntary Chapter 11 as it seeks a stronger balance sheet while continuing restaurant operations during the process.
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