At a public meeting, dozens of landowners told commissioners the proposed 765 kV trunk line would cut through farms and woods, threaten habitat and property values, and urged the county to write a formal letter of opposition and press for undergrounding or setbacks.

DeKalb County — Nov 10, 2026

Farmers warn transmission corridor would devalue DeKalb County farmland

Nov 10, 2026

County attorney: commissioners can oppose project but likely cannot block federally regulated line

Nov 10, 2026

Commissioners approve early hire for training and pay claims

Nov 10, 2026

Commissioners approve executive elevator contract, citing cost savings over incumbent

Nov 10, 2026

Transmission Line

DeKalb County commissioners agree to draft opposition letter to federally mandated transmission line

Nov 10, 2026

Jail Project

Commissioners approve small security redesign payment and set planning for jail guaranteed maximum price

Nov 10, 2026

Administration

Commissioners approve minutes, payroll and treasurer cknowledgement

Nov 10, 2026

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Standouts compare DeKalb County with communities in Indiana or of similar population size. Surprises are where the measured figure was unusually far from what Polco's model expected. Each fact gives its year; public data runs one to two years behind.

In 2021, DeKalb County was less favorable than communities in Indiana on adults who binge drink.

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Nov 10DeKalb County Commissioners Meeting, Monday, November 9, 2026Approve $14,005.54 redesign proposal; plan further meetings.Nov 10DeKalb County Commissioners Meeting, Monday, November 9, 2026No county compensation or policy change decided at the meeting.Nov 9DeKalb County Commissioners Meeting, Monday, November 9, 2026 – - AUDIO ONLYAll listed administrative items carried by unanimous votes.Nov 9DeKalb County Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting November 9, 2026Petition 26-04 approved 4-0 with conditions.

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Commissioners approve appraisal update switching to 'use value' for courthouse and jail

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DeKalb County commissioners go on record opposing proposed 765 kV transmission line after extended public comment

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DeKalb County delays third reading of data-center ordinance UDO-106

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