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Animal Control

 Jasper County Animal Shelter & Control was founded in November of 1998. Our shelter organization is operated & funded by Jasper County in the state of Indiana. We have very limited space at our Shelter and can only house 7 dogs and 7 cats. We strive to ensure that every adoptable animal that comes to us has as much opportunity as possible to find a loving forever home with us before we reach out to a rescue or sanctuary. 

Staff:

• Tori Nuest- Shelter Director & Chief Animal Control Officer Mon-Fri
• Rachel Boesen- Part Time Animal Control Officer Mon-Thurs
• Alyssa Seale-Part Time Shelter Manager/Kennel Attendant Tues-Fri
• Kyndra Hearod-Part Time Animal Control Officer & Weekend/Holiday Kennel Attendant 

JCAS Amazon Wish List Link:

• JCAS Amazon Wish List Link

Animal Control Board Meetings:

Jasper County Animal Control is governed under the authority of the Animal Control Board & the County Commissioners of Jasper County, Indiana. The Board is composed of Citizens of Jasper County, Indiana. Meetings are held on the second Monday of every month at 6:00 PM CST, our meetings are held at the public meeting room at 910 S. Sparling Ave. Rensselaer.  The public is welcome to attend meetings.

• Jasper County Animal Control Codes 6.05 Link

 Fees: Cash/Check ONLY

Cat/Kitten Adoption Fee: $50.00 

Dog/Puppy Adoption Fee: $50.00 for dogs/puppies

Microchip Fee: 

1. Basic 24 Pet Watch Microchip: $10.00 
2. Buddy ID Microchip with QR Code Buddy Badge: $20.00

Additional Booster Vaccinations: $20.00/each

Additional Flea/Tick Prevention: $15.00

Reclaim 1st Offense: $25.00

Reclaim 2nd Offense: $50.00

Reclaim 3+ Offenses: $75.00

Reclaim Additional Day Boarding Fee: $10.00/day

Owner Surrender Fee: $125.00

10- Day Bite Quarantine w Euthanasia: $125.00

Cat Carrier: $5.00

Dog Leash and/or Collar: $5.00

Applications/Forms Links:

• JCAS Adoption Application
• JCAS Owner Surrender Waitlist Form
• Jasper County Resident Low Income Dog/Cat Food Assistance Form
• JCAS Dog/Cat Reclaim Form
• JCAS Dog/Cat Wishlist
• Jasper County Resident Microchip Request Form

Adoptions:

Adoption fees cover the first vaccination(s), Flea & Tick Treatment/Prevention, and de-worming of all dogs/puppies or cats/kittens 8 weeks and up.
We require all potential adopters to fill out the adoption application above. Once we receive your application we will call to schedule a Meet & Greet. Upon an approved adoption, we then require all adopters to provide a photo I.D., and if not already completed, obtain a prepay receipt from the veterinarian of their choice for the spaying/neutering and the rabies vaccination along with set up the appointment for the animal to be adopted. If you Rent, we will need a copy of your current Lease and/or written/verbal approval from your landlord allowing you to have a pet in your residence.

Owner Surrenders:

Owner Surrenders will only be accepted and scheduled if JCAS has space, after you have filled out the owner surrender waitlist form above, contacted your Veterinarian, local animal rescues, and training facilities to find a solution and/or alternate placement for the animal with no resolution. We DO NOT accept animals with a bite history, and/or any behavioral issues. There is an Owner Surrender fee of $125.00 (cash or check ONLY) that will be due at the time of Surrender if approved. If you need a list of local cat/dog rescues please email us at jaspercoanimalshelter@yahoo.com and request one be sent to you.

Trouble Finding Us?

 We are located approximately 3 miles of Interstate 65 (exit 215 - US 114 E) in northwestern Indiana. Travel eastbound on 114 (also known as Clark Street) towards Rensselaer.  We are located  on the left hand side across from the Jasper County Fairgrounds behind the new EMS building. The Jasper County Highway Department is located to the west and the Jasper County Airport is to the east of our shelter.

A large part of our success locating forever homes for our animals in addition to our adopters is due to all the rescues and people who volunteer their time to help us find forever homes for our animals. We full-heartedly thank all of you who donate so much of your time to help us with our fur babies!!

                                 

Assessor

The Jasper County Assessor's office is located in the County Courthouse in Rensselaer, Indiana.

The Office of the Jasper County Assessor (Dawn Hoffman) is responsible for accurately and uniformly determining the market-value-in-use of every property in the county while serving the public with integrity in a helpful, professional and knowledgeable manner. This is achieved by using three approaches to value: Cost, Income, and Sales Comparison. The State now requires annual adjustments of assessments to reflect changes in the market. We encourage you to contact us with any questions or concerns regarding your assessment.

***See "Latest News" below***

Cyclical Reassessment - 2022-2026

The Jasper County Assessor’s office will be visiting all parcels in the county as required by Indiana Code 6-1.1-4.  We will inspect each parcel in the county over the next four years, starting 2022.

Field workers will be reviewing our information and taking measurements of buildings.  As you know, structures may change over time from wear and tear, or remodeling. 

This review does not mean your property assessment will increase.  Our statutory duty is to arrive at an estimate of market value for each parcel.  Each year, we use sales of similar properties to arrive at those estimates.  The field reviews may lead to increases, decreases, or as in most cases, very little change in property value.  The field reviews are designed to increase the accuracy of the assessment information.

Our field workers will carry identification and be able to answer general questions about your property.  Please assist them in answering questions they may have about numbers of bedrooms, bathrooms, etc.  We strive to make sure our information is as accurate as possible.

Auditor

• County Council (Access Meeting Agendas & Minutes)
• County Commissioner (Access Meeting Agendas & Minutes)
• Annual Report 2022 click HERE

County Clerk

The Clerk is an elected official who performs as an officer of the court, the manager of court information, and the chief financial officer for all revenues collected on behalf of the court.

 
In Indiana, the Clerk is also the official who oversees and conducts all elections, as a member of the Election Board. The Clerk is responsible to administer and certify results for all federal, state, county, township, municipal, special and school board elections.

Currently holding office is Kara Fishburn, pictured to the right.

JC Vote Center Map

Circuit Court Clerk

Criminal/Civil/Probate/Guardianships – 219-866-4926 or 219-866-4921

Child Support – 219-866-4928

Small Claims – 219-866-4913

Traffic – 219-866-4909

Voter Registration/Election/Juvenile – 219-866-4929

Superior Court Clerk

Criminal/Civil/Probate/Guardianships - 219-866-4912 or 219-866-9451 or 219-866-4922

Microfilm/Records or Marriage Licenses

219-866-5297 or 219-866-4925

Court Drug Alcohol Program Local Rule Change Nov. 24, 2021

Circuit Court

The Honorable John Potter, Judge

When Is My Court Date

• Click Here to visit mycase.in.gov

County Commissioners

The Jasper County Commissioners meet at 8:30 a.m. (courthouse time), 

Community Corrections

Vision Statement

Mission Statement

Coronavirus Information

* * Press Release Regarding the COVID-19 coronavirus * * 

March 13, 2020

Press Release: 

We would like to ensure that the residents of Jasper County are aware that the Jasper County Health Department is closely following the COVID-19 coronavirus.  As of today, there are no known positive cases in our county.  We are receiving updates from the Indiana State Department of Health and the CDC daily.  Our message today is the best prevention is good hand washing, staying home if you have a cough and fever, and avoiding large gatherings.  If you need to seek medical care and have any respiratory symptoms, please put a mask on immediately upon entering the facility.  These should be available for your use.  We will update our Facebook site as things progress in our area.

Dr. Marianne Nelson

Coroner

County Council

Welcome to the home of the Jasper County Council.

The Jasper County Council meets at 6:00 p.m. CST on the third Tuesday of the month unless otherwise noted.

To view public notices, please visit our Document Center.

Emergency Management

The Director of the Emergency Management Department is responsible for developing, administering, and maintaining emergency response procedures for the duration and aftermath of disasters within the county.  The Director coordinates and maintains the intake and disbursement of  the Homeland Security Grant monies received by Jasper County from the Indiana Department of Homeland Security.  The Director controls and accounts to the state the expenditure of these monies on authorized equipment to gain County security.

MISSION

The Jasper County Emergency Management Agency will ensure, through coordination with County and Local shareholders, that the county is prepared to respond to, and recover from, all natural and man-made emergencies.  This agency will provide the leadership and support to reduce the loss of life and property through an all-hazards emergency management program of mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery throughout Jasper County.

VISION

Our vision is for governmental, volunteer and private organizations, with effective plans, necessary resources, and training for efficient disaster response as well as to maintain and improve the capability to successfully work together to mitigate against, prepare for, and recover from all-hazards related emergencies and disasters.

Health Department

Please click the link below to view the Jasper County

Health Department's new website

https://in.gov/localhealth/jaspercounty/

Highway Department

You have found the Jasper County Highway Department's website. Thank you for visiting us! Use the menu on the left to find information specific to your concern.

The Jasper County Highway Department is committed to maintaining and improving the quality of county roadways and right-of-way. The department is committed to the safety and quality of the road system in the county jurisdiction to provide travelers with the best system of roads possible. This system includes 941.17 miles of road (562 square miles) and 128 bridges, serving 30,043 county residents. JCHD is responsible for the following maintenance, repair, and construction activities:

• Construction of New Bridges and Roads
• Paving
• Berming
• Patching of Asphalt Roads
• Removal of Trees and Brush that have become road hazards
• Removal of Snow
• Grading of Gravel Roads
• Issuance of Driveway Permits
• Installation of Culverts under County Roads and in County Right-of-Way
• Repair of Wash-outs
• Placement and Maintenance of Road Signs
• Shoulder Dressing
• Maintenance of County Highway Vehicles
• Chip and Seal Maintenance of Asphalt Roads
• Erosion Control
• Maintenance of Bridges
• Record Keeping in Compliance with the State Board of Accounts
• Recycling of Appliances - Appliance Drop-Off

Human Resources

Important Links for Employees

Payroll Information:

Doculivery:  https://my.Doculivery.com/external/jaspercounty

Enrollment Information:

Online Enrollment Platform Link:  https://steele.benselect.com/enroll/login

Information Technology

Jasper County Employee Email Access

For more information, please contact the Help Desk at (219) 866-4980.

Purdue Extension Office

Planning & Development

The Jasper County Planning and Development office has information and resources available to the public. Please look through our topics and subtopics, Frequently Asked Questions, and Document Center for more information.

 WE NOW ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS!

Jasper County Code

You can now apply for permits online.  

Click below link for Building Permits/Improvement Location Permits 

https://permitting-api.schneidergis.com/home/StartWorkflowApplication?WorkflowId=52a11da3-780a-491e-8e9b-b7e863e620b1

Probation

The Jasper County Probation Department is located at 125 S. Cullen, Suite B in Rensselaer. To find out more information on the services the Probation Department provides, please contact our office or visit our Frequently Asked Questions section.

Chief Probation Officer

Michael E. Spangler

Probation Officers

Stacy Vaughan
Heather Zetterberg
Jared Courtney
Darci Donnelly

Casey Hitchcock

Office Administrator

Administrative Assistant

Kendra Hesson
Cindy Francis

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