Candidate: Jane Downard - Connersville News-Examiner

DOWNARD Age: Why are you seeking nomination as the Fayette County Recorder candidate? I want to continue the preservation and digitization of older records. My plan would be to utilize in-house employees, and not contract out services, to get work done more efficiently and cost effectively. What are the top three issues you see facing the Recorder’s office right now? I want to commend the current recorder for her work in promoting programs like Property Watch and Equity Protect; these are vital tools for our residents. When it comes to the digitization of records, I believe we should prioritize local workforce development over high-cost, out-of-state contracts. Our former recorder had acquired two scanners and was utilizing office employees to do the work, but after an existing part-time employee gave notice in early 2023, that position was left vacant for over a year. By revitalizing our in-house scanning capabilities and ensuring our existing equipment is fully utilized, we can keep our money within the county and provide more hands-on oversight of our historical records. I am committed to maximizing accessibility. Our residents, mortgage companies, and title searchers operate on busy schedules; ensuring our doors remain open through the lunch hour is a simple but significant way to show that our office works for the people, on their time. How would you address these if elected? I do not believe it is the best use of county funds to contract with outside companies for work that could be done by employing local citizens. I would attempt to keep the part-time positions full and work those employees the maximum hours allowed. I would also keep the office open through the lunch hour. What is your background? I have been the County Auditor since 2016. Prior to that, I worked over twenty years in management and accounting positions in the private sector. Why should the people of Fayette County elect you? I believe I have proven myself as Auditor, and I would bring the same work ethic, commitment, and fiscal responsibility to the Recorder’s office. Latest e-Edition Connersville News Examiner To view our latest e-Edition click the image on the left. Special Sections Celebrating 250 Jul 4, 2026 Special Sections 2026 Working the Land May 21, 2026 Special Sections Fayette County's Greatest 2025 Dec 4, 2025 Latest News COMMUNITY CALENDAR 'Stick to your guns' Spartan Football can't extend win streak against tough opponent Wildcats Football secures big win over South Dearborn CMS Cross Country takes on Indiana State Finals COMMUNITY CALENDAR News-Examiner, TC3 to host candidate forum Beard pens book, plans signing, reading for Saturday Most Popular Articles Images Videos Commented Articles 'Stick to your guns' News-Examiner Athlete Of The Week Trump administration streamlines FEMA public assistance to Indiana City budget for 2027 includes pay raises for employees A touch of whimsy St. Gabriel Catholic Church through the years Great Pumpkin Excursion to benefit Whitewater Valley Railroad, Connersville Flood Relief On the Record News-Examiner, TC3 to host candidate forum Officials start talks on new tax structure Images Videos Sorry, there are no recent results for popular videos. Commented Sorry, there are no recent results for popular commented articles. Stocks Market Data by TradingView