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Treasurer, County
County
CORE PURPOSE:
Promote the General Welfare
Quick Facts
Holder(s):
Term:
4 years
Method:
Elected
Level:
County
Oath Administered By:
County Clerk or Circuit Court Judge
Role Overview
In St. Joseph County, collects property taxes, manages investments, disburses funds, and maintains financial records.
Constitutional Mandate:
Ensures fiscal responsibility (Ind. Const. Art. 6, Sec. 2).
Key Competencies:
Financial expertise, transparency, and accountability.
Potential Weaknesses:
Mismanagement of public funds through poor investment decisions or inaccurate accounting.
I solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the State of Indiana, and that I will faithfully and impartially discharge the duties of the office of County Treasurer to the best of my ability. So help me God.
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