If you disagree with the action taken on your case, you have a right to appeal to the board of county commissioners.  Your request for an appeal should be in writing or orally as may be required by the board of commissioners.  The appeal must be made within fifteen (15) days from the date the township trustee denies assistance, if the applicant has been informed of his right to appeal and the procedure for such appeal. 

The hearing on your appeal may be conducted by the board of county commissioners or by a hearing officer appointed by that board within ten (10) working days after your appeal is received.  In hearing the appeal, the board shall be governed by the uniform relief standards of eligibility and need established by the township trustee, to the extent the standards comply with existing law, for granting poor relief in the township. 

At the hearing of your appeal you shall appear in person, may retain counsel, and may have persons speak in your behalf.  This office is also entitled to be represented.  However, you have the right to examine any evidence it introduces and to cross examine its witnesses.  You will be notified of the decision of the board within five (5) working days after the hearing. 

You or the township trustee may appeal a decision of the board of county commissioners to a circuit or superior court in the county.  In hearing an appeal, the court shall he governed by uniform relief standards of eligibility and need established by the township trustee for granting poor relief in the township.  If legally sufficient standards have not been established, the court shall be guided by the circumstances of the case. 

You may call 873-7014 to reach the county commision.