State of the County set for June 24

Event will highlight major investments in public safety, infrastructure & quality of life

Hamilton County Commissioner Steve Dillinger will deliver the annual State of the County address on Wednesday, June 24, at the Embassy Suites Conference Center in Noblesville.

Hosted by the Noblesville Chamber of Commerce, the annual luncheon brings together business leaders, elected officials, community partners and residents for an update on the projects, initiatives and investments shaping Hamilton County’s future.

This year’s theme, “Hamilton County: Doing the Right Things for the Right Reasons,” reflects a philosophy that has guided County leadership through decades of growth and change.

“Hamilton County didn’t become one of the fastest growing and most desirable places to live by accident,” Dillinger said. “Generations of leaders have been willing to think beyond the next election cycle and invest in the county’s long-term future. That’s what this year’s theme is all about – doing the right things for the right reasons, even when the payoff may not be seen for years.”

During his address, Dillinger will provide updates on several major county projects, including the renovation of the Hamilton County 4-H Fairgrounds, construction of the new 911 Communications Center and Public Safety Training Facility, expansion of the Judicial Center, improvements to county road infrastructure, new park development, and economic development efforts.

Among the projects highlighted will be the $72 million Judicial Center expansion, which will add seven new courtrooms, as well as a separate $6 million investment to renovate portions of the existing Judicial Center. Attendees will also hear updates on the County’s acquisition of Sheridan Airport, the Riverview Health and Parkview Health relationship, and plans for future transportation projects.

Dillinger the county’s success is the result of decades of thoughtful planning, strategic investment and a commitment to decisions that serve the county’s long-term interests.

“Every generation inherits a Hamilton County that was shaped by the decisions of those who came before them,” Dillinger said. “Our responsibility is to leave the county even better than we found it. The investments we’re making today are not just for current residents, but for the people who will call Hamilton County home decades from now.”

The State of the County has sold out in past years and is expected to do so again. Doors will open at 11 a.m., with lunch served at 11:20 a.m. The program begins promptly at noon. Registration is required and can be completed online at NoblesvilleChamber.com.