Duties of the Trustee
A Township Trustee is an elected official in the local government of the U.S. state of Indiana. A township trustee administers a township, which is a political subdivision of a county, and in common with most other state officials serves a term of four years. Indiana law requires that the Township Trustees provide essential services to the residents and businesses of the Township. Because of its “grassroots” structure, the Township Trustee system is designed specifically to quickly meet the needs of the individual in an emergency.
A Township Trustee is an elected official in the local government. A township trustee administers a township, which is a political subdivision of a county, and in common with most other state officials serves a term of four years. Current Trustee Debbie Driskell took office on January 1, 1991 . She also serves as Executive Director of the Indiana Township Association.
Delaware Township is one of nine townships in Hamilton County, Indiana and covers an area of 15.79 square miles.
Vision Statement
The Vision of the Delaware Township Trustee is to: provide a place for the community of Delaware Township to congregate at no or nominal cost for the purpose of promoting family, economic development and the fostering of social good will; administer township & pantry assistance in a timely, dignified and courteous manner; offer good public service with a staff that is efficient and courteous and willing to go the extra distance to see the needs of the public are met; care for all township property through wise, efficient and conservative use of tax dollars; develop programs & services to meet changing needs of the citizens of Delaware Township; and to present this office as an example of why grassroots government should continue.
Mission Statement
To bring to the citizens and taxpayers of Delaware Township the most responsive governmental services possible. It is our mission to accomplish that goal by:
- Employing top quality people and retaining their services for extended periods
- Developing within that employee group, experience and insight into the needs of our township and its residents
- Training employees to be technologically and procedurally skilled so they may serve the public competently within the requirements of state laws
What Township Am I In?
If unsure of which township you reside in, find your township here. Type your address on the top left search tool, and click “Enter”. A list of your elected officials will be provided. Click the drop down arrow next to the word “Federal” on the right hand side of the screen to choose “Township”.