Knox to host one of the statewide water stakeholder input workshops

Monday, February 16, 2026 at 4:25 PM

By Staff report

The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will host seven workshops across Indiana through February, April, and May to allow Hoosiers to provide input on the development of Indiana’s statewide water inventory and management plan under Governor Mike Braun’s Executive Order 25-63.
“Water is an essential resource for life and for the vitality of all Indiana communities, which is why it’s crucial that Indiana’s ample water supply is available for Hoosiers in all corners of our state,” said Gov. Braun. “Through a transparent water inventory and development of a management process, we’ll make sure Indiana is well-positioned for resource needs now and for future generations.”
At the workshops, attendees will be asked for input on developing a regional water planning framework, enhancing Indiana’s water monitoring networks, and creating an online water data and management platform. This planning effort builds upon the regional water studies led by the Indiana Finance Authority and by many local and regional partners, utilities, industry, municipalities, and other water users.
The meetings are planned for:

Feb. 12, 1-4 p.m.
The Garrison at Fort Harrison State Park
6002 N Post Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46216

Feb. 24, 1-4 p.m.
Clifty Inn at Clifty Falls State Park
1650 Clifty Hollow Rd, Madison, IN 47250

Feb. 26, 1-4 p.m.
Washington Community Building
405 Burkhart Dr, Washington, IN 47501

April 7, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Allen County Public Library – Main
900 Library Plaza, Fort Wayne, IN 46802

April 16, 1-4 p.m.
Beck Agricultural Center
4550 US-52, West Lafayette, IN 47906

May 12, 1-4 p.m.
Knox Community Building
55 East Lake Street, Knox, IN 46534

TBD - May
Virtual

In addition to the workshops, feedback on the statewide water inventory and management plan can be provided at DOWWaterResources@dnr.IN.gov.
Key stakeholders who should attend are local officials, economic development groups, basin commissions and drainage boards, soil and water conservation districts, academic and research institutions, federal and state agencies, water and wastewater utilities, power generators, industrial and commercial users, agriculture users, homeowners, fish and wildlife interests, and recreational water users.