WARSAW — Kosciusko County officials on Tuesday announced plans for the first-ever State of the County meeting scheduled for Oct. 20 at Lincoln Elementary School in Warsaw.

A news release said it's an opportunity to hear directly from county leadership, ask questions, and “engage in conversations about the county's future.”

The event is designed to provide an open and transparent update on county initiatives, accomplishments, challenges, and priorities while encouraging meaningful dialogue between local government and the community it serves, said a news release issued by the county.

The State of the County Community Meeting reflects the county's commitment to accountability, accessibility, and collaboration while providing a platform for productive conversations around accomplishments, opportunities, and challenges facing the community, the news release said.

County Commissioner Cary Groninger said all three commissioners and County Council President Tony Ciriello plan to participate.

Groninger was asked Tuesday after the announcement what prompted the move.

"We're trying to make sure we're engaged in the public. I think this is an opportunity for us to be honest and brag a little bit about our county because we have a lot of things to really be thankful for," Groninger said. "I mean, we're really blessed in Kosciusko County."

The format will include a Q&A session in which residents can submit questions ahead of time online.

To submit a question, click here.

Afterward, county department heads will be available for discussion.

Commissioner Bob Connolly says it's also an opportunity for the county to highlight its economic development initiatives and accomplishments.

“You know, oftentimes, like you said, there are hot-button items, and sometimes we get caught up in those things. And in the big scheme of things, throughout the entire community, the county, there's so much more going on than just these hot-button items,” Conley said.

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