We have continued work in 2025 with Springpoint Architects to put together a full remodel of both the blue and red concession buildings along with each restroom. One restroom in...
Read More >>Richland Township Trustee office is a unit of local township government with the goal of helping people as efficiently as possible.
A township is the most local form of government, closest to the citizens of the township, where they work directly with its residents to provide limited relief or help in times of crisis.
The Richland Township Trustee‘s office serves the residents of Richland Township which includes the west edge of the City of Bloomington, the Town of Ellettsville, the unincorporated towns of Forest Park Heights, Hunter Switch, and West Brook Downs.
The Trustee provides a food pantry for low income families, provides direct assistance to people with immediate needs, maintains abandoned cemeteries, serves as Public Notary, provides fire protection, and other services.
Richland Township may be able to provide direct assistance with rent, mortgage, utilities (electric, water, natural gas), and food. We are here to help prevent eviction, foreclosures, and utility disconnects for eligible residents.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Public Meeting Notice
THE RICHLAND TOWNSHIP BOARD
December 5, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Location:
Richland Township Trustee’s Office
416 South Park Street,
Ellettsville, IN 47429
Important Community Update-Reorganization Committee Members Needed
Recently, the Indiana Legislature enacted Senate Bill #1 which among other provisions provides for certain units of government to reorganize.
The Town of Ellettsville Town Council and the Richland Township Board have recently voted to explore a possible reorganization of certain functions of the two government units into one single governmental entity.
As part of the next required steps, the Town of Ellettsville Town Council and the Richland Township Board will be forming a Reorganization Committee to help explore this process.
More information is available on the Town of Ellettsville website. Here is a link to the Town of Ellettsville website: https://ellettsville.in.us/egov/apps/document/center.egov?view=item&id=1591
Richland Township has set up a dedicated email account for anyone interested in this possibility of reorganization and for those who have questions or concerns. Please email at richlandquestions@gmail.com.Some questions may not have answers yet. This is a learning process for everyone. We truly appreciate your patience and your input.
Richland Township is looking for two (2) Township residents who are willing to serve on this committee.
If you would like to submit your information to be considered for the committee, you may drop it off in person at the Richland Township Trustee’s Office:416 S Park St., Ellettsville, IN 47429, or you may send your information to the designated email address provided.
Deadline for these submissions are December 5, 2025 at 12pm. noon.
Thank you for your continued involvement and support as we navigate this important community discussion. Your voice matters! 
More information to come and check out our website for upcoming Reorganization Board meetings.
UPDATED RESTROOMS
The Richland Township Trustee has worked with Springpoint Architects to update the restrooms near the large shelter building and basketball courts. These restrooms will now be open for park use!
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