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06/04/2026

The Allen County Highway Department announces that a newly installed traffic signal will become operational Monday, June 8, 2026, at the intersection of Airport Expressway and Smith Road.

The signal is scheduled for full activation starting in the morning hours at 10:00 AM.

What to Expect Before Activation:

• Flashing Mode: To alert motorists to the new infrastructure, the signal will remain in flash mode from now until the official activation on Monday morning.
• Warning Signs: Permanent "Signal Ahead" signs have been posted in advance of the intersection to give drivers ample warning.

Driver Guidelines & Safety Impact:

Drivers should expect changes to the normal traffic flow and are advised to utilize the following precautions:

• Stay Alert: Watch closely for sudden stops by other motorists adjusting to the new signal pattern.
• Obey Markings: Ensure your vehicle stops completely behind the painted white stop bars at the intersection.
• Expect Delays: Please allow extra travel time through this area during the first week of operation as local traffic patterns adjust.

(screen snip: Google Maps, traffic light: Vecteezy)

06/03/2026

The Allen County Sheriff's Department has provided an excellent chart that illustrates the differences between regular bicycles, electric bikes, and mopeds/scooters that are considered motor vehicles. Check out their post to make sure you are compliant with local laws and observe roadway etiquette.

⚠️ 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘀 𝘂𝗽, 𝗔𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘆...𝘄𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗸 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗲-𝗯𝗶𝗸𝗲𝘀.

We love seeing our community out and active, and e-bikes are a fantastic way to explore everything Allen County has to offer!
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But...as they've grown in popularity, so have the problems.
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The calls are coming in, and the common thread is the same...e-bikes being ridden illegally, recklessly(𝙬𝙚 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙩𝙖𝙡𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙧𝙞𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙤 𝙤𝙣𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙛𝙛𝙞𝙘 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙥𝙡𝙖𝙮𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙘𝙝𝙞𝙘𝙠𝙚𝙣 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙘𝙖𝙧𝙨 𝙩𝙮𝙥𝙚 𝙨𝙝𝙚𝙣𝙖𝙣𝙞𝙜𝙖𝙣𝙨), and/or in the wrong places.
🚲..Some of these situations have been serious and could have resulted in life-ending consequences.
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Not all e-bikes are created equal, and not all of them are even legally e-bikes. 𝘐𝘧 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘣𝘪𝘬𝘦'𝘴 𝘮𝘰𝘵𝘰𝘳 𝘦𝘹𝘤𝘦𝘦𝘥𝘴 750 𝘸𝘢𝘵𝘵𝘴 𝘰𝘳 𝘪𝘵 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘦𝘹𝘤𝘦𝘦𝘥 28 𝘮𝘱𝘩, 𝘪𝘵'𝘴 𝘤𝘭𝘢𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘧𝘪𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘴 𝘢 𝘮𝘰𝘵𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘻𝘦𝘥 𝘷𝘦𝘩𝘪𝘤𝘭𝘦 𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘳 𝘐𝘯𝘥𝘪𝘢𝘯𝘢 𝘭𝘢𝘸. That means registration, insurance, and a license endorsement are required to operate it legally.
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We're not here to put the brakes on your summer fun...and before anyone says it, no, we are not the fun police. 😄 We truly just want everyone to make it home safely at the end of the day. Seriously.
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A few minutes spent learning the rules is a lot better than the alternative. Take a few minutes to understand the rules, know what class your bike is, and ride in the right places.
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Check the graphic, visit allencountysheriff.org/ebike, and ride smart. 🚲⚡
📍 Stay safe. Know your class. 𝗛𝗔𝗩𝗘 𝗔 𝗚𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗧 𝗦𝗨𝗠𝗠𝗘𝗥 ☀️

05/27/2026

The Allen County Highway Department informs motorists of a changing traffic pattern on the west side of the county. Beginning June 3, 2026, Washington Center Road will stop for O'Day Road, turning the intersection into an All-Way Stop.

Remember, “first to arrive, first to go” means the vehicle that arrives and stops first at the intersection has the right-of-way. Always yield to pedestrians.

(screen snip taken from Google Maps)

05/27/2026

The Allen County Highway Department, along with Fort Wayne Trails, encourages anyone with information about the Shoaff Road Trailhead vandalism to come forward. Please contact Fort Wayne Trails at 260-969-0079 or the ACHD at 260-449-3647 with any information.

05/27/2026

We will also be moving cyclical reassessment this week into the Hillcrest and Morningside Terrace neighborhoods. Once every four years our office is required to physically inspect each property in the township.

All our inspectors will be wearing a shirt with Wayne Township clearly marked and have their county ID badges with them. If you have any questions, please call the office at 260-449-7173.

05/26/2026

The live feed of tonight’s Allen County Plan Commission and BZA meetings at the Coliseum are not streaming to our website properly, due to technical difficulties.

You can watch live and on demand after the meeting on our Vimeo page at https://vimeo.com/allencounty

We apologize for any inconvenience.

05/25/2026

More than picnics and parades . . . this Memorial Day, let us take a moment to remember and honor the fallen military heroes who courageously gave their lives. Never forget their sacrifices for our freedom.

05/20/2026

Most Allen County Offices will CLOSE for Memorial Day.

On Monday, May 25, 2026, most Allen County Offices will close to observe Memorial Day, and will reopen for normal business hours on Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

County offices that provide 24/7 functions do not close for holidays. Some of these include the Sheriff’s Department, Community Corrections, Allen County Juvenile Center, Youth Services Center, and the Highway Department. If you are unsure whether or not a department is open, call ahead of your visit. County phone numbers are listed on the website at www.allencounty.in.gov.

05/19/2026

Spring 2026 Construction Update:

Catch up on the progress of the new Allen County Jail – below, find links for recent footage from Weigand Construction:

February 2026 YouTube link: https://youtu.be/RPAS1jEhNm8

March 2026 YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/ReunkfCLh-c
Some project stats for March:
- Prefabricated cells have been set in 6/8 areas of the building
- Interior Masonry is 75% complete
- The Kitchen Hood & Cooler/Freezers have been installed
- Approx. 40% complete on Low Voltage cabling
- Main Mechanical Room is around 85% complete

April 2026 YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/oQ4C8US4yJ8

May 2026 YouTube link: https://youtu.be/oKpzN8ixA04

05/18/2026

Allen County has been hit by many thunderstorms this spring, which can lead to overflowing creeks and rivers.

This month’s Flood Tip from FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency is: Get Flood Insurance. They provide detailed information about how you can protect your home and property from unexpected flooding at www.floodsmart.gov.

Flood insurance is available to anyone living in one of more than 22,000 participating National Flood Insurance Program communities – of which Allen County is included. Homes and businesses in high-risk flood areas with mortgages from government-backed lenders are required to have flood insurance.

Learn if you live in a flood risk zone. Call the Allen County Surveyor’s Office at 260-449-7625 to find out! Learn more at https://www.allencounty.in.gov/902/Flood-Hazards-Insurance