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Insurers tell commissioners county risk profile has improved but property inspections still needed

Blackford County Commissioners · February 2, 2026
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Summary

Smith Insurance and Astra Insurance representatives told the board the county has made progress on insurance programs but still has outstanding claims and needs property inspections and training; a buyback policy was expected later that day.

Angela Smith of Smith Insurance and David Paul of Astra Insurance briefed commissioners on the county’s insurance program, saying the county has made “good strides” with implemented programs but still has claims on the five‑year history that require attention. They recommended property inspections and additional training focused on eight core risk areas and said a buyback policy would be available later in the day.

The update was informational; no formal action was recorded on insurance purchase or implementation during the meeting, though staff were asked to pursue inspections and training options.