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
Meeting Notice
Re: The Proposed Establishment of a Fire Protection Territory
March 11, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Location: Ellettsville Town Hall
1150 W. Guy McCown Drive, Ellettsville, IN 47429
Joint Meeting Between Ellettsville Town Council and Richland Township Board
Agenda:
Third Public Hearing on Establishment of Fire Protection Territory (Presentation by Baker Tilly on the Summary of the Financial Impact Analysis)
Public Hearing on Establishment of Equipment Replacement Fund (Presentation by Baker Tilly)
Boards’ Discussion of Proposed Township Resolution and Town Ordinance to Establish Territory
Boards’ Discussion of Agreement for Fire Protection Territory
Boards’ Discussion of Equipment Replacement Fund
Important Community Update-
Reorganization Committee of Ellettsville-Richland Township
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.
The Town of Ellettsville Town Council and the Richland Township Board have formed a Reorganization Committee to help explore this process.
More information is available on the Town of Ellettsville website at https://ellettsville.in.us/department/index.php?structureid=64
Or go directly to the Ellettsville/Richland reorganization page at https://ellettsvillerichlandinfo.org
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.
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.For more information please visit https://ellettsvillerichlandinfo.org
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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