About This Project

This site is a resident-led effort to make Jackson Township government easier to understand. It collects publicly available information, organizes it in one place, and explains key topics—like compensation, legal responsibilities, and elections—in plain language.

Mission

The mission of this project is simple:

Help residents understand who does what in township government.
Show how much officials are paid and how that has changed over time.
Highlight key legal duties and requirements under Indiana Code.
Equip any interested resident to run for office or ask informed questions.

Transparency is not about attacking individuals. It is about giving voters and taxpayers clear, objective information so they can make their own decisions.

What This Site Does (and Does Not) Do

What It Does

Summarizes state-reported compensation for township officials.
Explains trustee and board duties with references to Indiana Code.
Provides links to original public sources where possible.
Offers practical guidance on how residents can run for office or request records.

What It Does Not Do

It does not endorse or oppose any candidate.
It does not speak on behalf of Jackson Township government.
It does not provide legal advice.
It does not use data for commercial or partisan purposes.

Sources and Data

Most of the information on this site comes from:

Indiana Gateway public finance and compensation reports.
Indiana Code (for legal duties and structure).
Public documents and press releases published by Jackson Township.

When possible, this site links directly to original sources so residents can verify the information themselves.

Who Maintains This Site?

This website is maintained by residents of Jackson Township who believe that transparency, accessible information, and informed civic engagement strengthen our community. It is not an official township website and does not represent any elected official or candidate.

This project will continue to grow as more public information becomes available. Residents are encouraged to verify information using the linked public sources and participate in township meetings.