Adams County Council Reviews Courthouse Upgrade Details and Project Timeline
Adams County Council reviewed courthouse upgrades, a 2027 construction timeline, and a funding plan that avoids tax increases.
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Adams County Council Backs $21 Million Justice Center Plan
Adams County Council unanimously approved a two‑part Justice Center plan, including a courthouse renovation and a new support building in downtown Decatur.
Adams County advances $20–22M Justice Center plan to council
Adams County commissioners advanced a $20–22M justice center plan, sending the courthouse renovation and new Third Street building proposal to the council for July 14 review.
Adams County Commissioners Hear Updated Cost Estimates for Justice Center Project
Adams County commissioners reviewed updated Justice Center plans with cost estimates of $20–22 million for courthouse renovations and a new building.
Adams County Moves Closer to Downtown‑Focused Justice Center Plan
After months of review, Adams County commissioners say a revised downtown plan that reuses the historic courthouse and adds a smaller support building may offer the most workable solution for the Justice Center project.