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Public split at Dubois County meeting over Mid-States Corridor; no county action taken
Summary
After a presentation from the Property Rights Alliance urging opposition to the Mid-States Corridor, public commenters voiced both concern for farmland and support for improved infrastructure; the Commissioners took no action on the resolution.
Jason McCoy of the Property Rights Alliance presented a resolution asking the Dubois County Commissioners to oppose continuation of the Mid-States Corridor new‑terrain highway project. The presentation prompted multiple public comments for and against the proposal, and the board did not act on the resolution.
Several residents warned of negative consequences for agriculture and local maintenance burdens. Dave Ring told the board that "the farmers will be negatively impacted by the Corridor," citing agriculture-sector concerns. Vickie Rountree spoke on behalf of family landowners in the Ferdinand/St. Henry area and described a 160‑acre farm she said is irreplaceable.
Other commenters emphasized potential economic benefits. Colton Pippenger, executive director of Dubois Strong, said the corridor could bring advantages to the area and argued the county’s current road infrastructure is inadequate for growth: "The current road infrastructure is inadequate for the County to thrive and grow." Mark Nowotarski said he supports smart, sustainable economic development.
Commissioner Blessinger thanked those who spoke; the record shows no vote or formal action on the resolution at the June 2 meeting. The exchange underscores continuing debate in the county over regional transportation planning and land-use tradeoffs; any formal county position would require future action by the Commissioners.
