For Township Assistance during business hours, call 841-3180. For emergency after-hour assistance, call the Sheriff Dispatch at 773-1282.
Trustee Assistance
A trustee is responsible for helping persons experiencing financial distress in their township only through Township Assistance. Applicants are required to complete an application for assistance and schedule an appointment to discuss such need. Once the application and interview is complete, a thorough investigation is conducted and when found eligible, assists in the most economical means available.
A person or family is in need if there is not enough income or resources to provide the basic necessities of life. Necessities of life include: food, shelter, essential utilities, medical needs, household supplies, and clothing.
If you're a resident of Fall Creek Township and need assistance, Township Assistance Application packets are available in the Township Office or you can download the Township Assistance Application and Document Verification form on this site. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
Financials: In August, prepares and submits annual budget to board for approval. Annual report is submitted to board in January of each year.
Fire Protection: Provides fire protection for the township.
Burials: Burial Assistance is available when no other means of payment are available.
Cemetery Maintenance: Provides and maintains cemeteries within the township.
Weed Control: Charged with destroying detrimental weeds within township.
Fence Disputes: Resolves placement and maintenance disputes between landowners.
Township Board
Dan Rieke, President, 317/594-9049
Ed Offerman, Secretary, 317/446-3708
Doug Allman, Member, 317/501-2638
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