Pike Township Trustee (Marion County)
Township TrusteePursuant to IC 36-6-4-2(a), the trustee is the township executive. Many Township Trustees work at other jobs in addition to serving their constituents.Qualifications: · Must reside within the township.Term: Four years.Duties: Township Trustees can assist those in need by distributing relief and connecting residents to helpful resources when necessary. The Trustee is responsible for submitting an annual budget, paying and recording all financial guidelines according to Indiana Code, and presenting an annual report. Detailing of duties listed here: https://www.in.gov/sboa/files/TWPCH-02-2021.pdf.Salary: The township board shall set the compensation of all officers and employees of the township. Compensation shall be established using an annual, monthly, or biweekly salary schedule. An elected township officer is not required to report hours worked and may not be compensated based on the number of hours worked. (IC 36-6-6-10)
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Annette M. Johnson
(DEM)
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Pike Township Trustee 2019 - Current Bachelor's Degree - Liberal Arts/Education Master's Degree - Adult & Community Education Master's Degree - Vocational Education Master's Degree - Executive Development for Public Service Master's Degree - Organization Leadership Adjunct Professor - Ivy Tech Community College 2025-Current Adjunct Professor - Martin University 2021-2025 Educator - IPS
Some of the greatest challenges the office faces is providing rental assistance to clients in need and addressing homelessness when clients are evicted. I plan to provide Career Compass Workshops and Financial Literacy Programs to clients and network with organizations in Pike Township that provide resources.
Career Compass Workshops and Financial Literacy Programs.
Challenges I expect to face in this role are multiple complex cases that come into the office and learning how to effectively manage the caseloads for efficiency. Useful approaches will include working with individuals and their cases and setting sustainable targets for clients.
I will use my role to positively influence the community by continuing to engage the residents in active listening. Provide town hall meetings, community forums, and social gatherings to hear directly from residents about their concerns and needs. I plan to pay closer attention to existing community leaders, organizations, and resources to understand how they operate and where gaps might exist. I will use my role to continue to gain a deeper understanding of my community and see what efforts I may be able to resonate with people and address real needs.
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