Cumberland could break away from Unigov if lawmakers approve separation bill

Cumberland could break away from Unigov if lawmakers approve separation bill

CUMBERLAND The town of Cumberland is in two counties, but it only has full control of the Hancock County side. It hopes to leave Unigov so it can also make decisions for its Marion County territory. "For probably two decades, the conversation has been there," said Cumberland town manager Ben Lipps. "Nobody thought it was possible and wanted to take it on in the past."House Bill 1131 would allow Cumberland to become independent from Unigov and un…