Anderson public meetings in 2023

City Council

The Anderson City Common Council is holding a special meeting to discuss pending litigation involving redistricting. The meeting is scheduled for December 21, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Anderson City Hall. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of pending redistricting litigation

Anderson Redevelopment Commission

The Anderson Redevelopment Commission is holding a public meeting to consider and take action on the sale of Bingham Square Apartments by P.R. Bingham. The agenda contains only this one business item, with no other substantive matters listed.

• Action on P.R. Bingham's sale of Bingham Square Apartments

Anderson Redevelopment Commission

The Anderson Redevelopment Commission is meeting in executive session to discuss strategy related to pending litigation and the potential sale of real estate. No final action will be taken, and no other topics will be discussed.

• Executive session under IC 5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(2)(B) and (D)
• Discussion of pending litigation strategy
• Discussion of potential real estate sale

City Council

The Anderson City Council is meeting to consider several items, including introducing an ordinance to amend the city's civilian review board and a resolution to adopt a commission on homelessness. The council will also receive a litigation update on redistricting and hear from the economic development director. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and committee reports.

• Introduction of Ordinance 35-23 amending Ordinance 37-11 to create a civilian review board for complaints about city government
• Introduction of Resolution 16-23 adopting a Commission on Homelessness
• Litigation update concerning redistricting
• Economic development director to address council

City Council

The Common Council will receive a litigation update regarding redistricting and a presentation from the Director for Economic Development. The council will also consider Resolution 16-23 to adopt a Commission on Homelessness.

• Litigation update concerning redistricting
• Economic Development presentation by Greg Winkler
• Resolution 16-23: Adopting a Commission on Homelessness

Board of Aviation Commissioners

The Anderson Board of Aviation Commissioners approved routine items including meeting minutes, November claims of $661,200.93, a vending machine agreement, and a $70,000 annual air traffic control contract. They also moved 2024 meetings to 10 a.m. and discussed fuel sales, snow equipment readiness, and a cease-and-desist letter to an unlicensed aircraft mechanic.

• Approved claims for November 2023 totaling $661,200.93
• Approved $70,000 annual air traffic control services agreement with Kevin Roche
• Approved $50/year vending machine agreement with Superior Flight Training
• Cease-and-desist letter sent to Aaron Blake for unlicensed aircraft maintenance
• 2024 meeting schedule moved to 10:00 a.m. on third Tuesdays

Board of Public Safety

The Board of Public Safety will hold a public hearing to consider approving amended agreements with the International Association of Firefighters and the Fraternal Order of Police, and to approve 2024 meeting dates. The board will also review minutes, claims totaling $1,271,086.63, police vehicle dispositions, fire department conflict of interest forms, and municipal development items including a demolition order and bids for several properties.

• Approval of amended agreements with International Assoc of Firefighters and Fraternal Order of Police
• Claims totaling $1,271,086.63 (Police $67,873.41, Fire $60,165.30, Combined P/R $1,143,048.19)
• Affirm order to demolish 908 West 1st Street
• Accepting bids for properties: 1810 Cedar St, 1823 Cedar St, 1537 Cincinnati Ave, 2716 Dewey St, 2121 Pearl St, 908 W 1st St, 422 W 22nd St
• Approval of 2024 meeting dates

Park Board

The Anderson Park Board is meeting to approve minutes, receive financial and departmental reports, and decide on the 2024 Grandview Golf Course rates. No other new business is listed.

• Approval of minutes from November 14, 2023
• November accounts payable, payroll, and financial totals
• Reports from programming, pro shop, and maintenance
• Approval of 2024 Grandview Golf Course rates

Anderson Redevelopment Commission

The Anderson Redevelopment Commission will hold a public meeting to consider an addendum to the KennMar Project Development Agreement and review the first draw request. They will also discuss a resolution to pledge TIF revenue for purchasing a downtown property and making improvements to an adjacent property. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and invoices.

• Action on Addendum to KennMar Project Development Agreement and review/approval of 1st Draw
• ARC10-23 Pledging TIF Revenue for the Purchase of a Downtown Property and Improvements to Adjacent Property
• Approval of minutes from November 14, 2023
• Review of invoices

Board of Public Safety

The Anderson Board of Public Safety is meeting to approve claims totaling $1,633,479.31 and to affirm an emergency demolition order for a building at 2725 West 16th Street and a vacate order for Madison Square Apartments at 1641 N Madison Ave. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a public hearing.

• Claims totaling $1,633,479.31, including police ($69,054.18), fire ($448,082.22), and combined payroll ($1,116,342.91)
• Affirm emergency order to demolish the 'J' Building at 2725 West 16th Street
• Affirm order to vacate Madison Square Apartments at 1641 N Madison Ave
• Approval of minutes from October 30, 2023

Anderson Redevelopment Commission

The Anderson Redevelopment Commission is meeting to consider an addendum to the KennMar Project Development Agreement and to approve Pay Application/Draw 1 for the Needler's/Ace Project. These are the only substantive items on the agenda, along with routine roll call and adjournment.

• Addendum to KennMar Project Development Agreement
• Approval of Pay Application/Draw 1 for Needler's/Ace Project

Park Board

The Park Board will review the Administrator’s report regarding October accounts payable, payroll, and financial totals. The board is also scheduled to approve the meeting dates for 2024.

• Review of October accounts payable, payroll, and financial totals
• Approval of 2024 Board meeting dates
• Reports from Grandview ProShop, Grandview Maintenance, and Parks and Recreation Maintenance

Board of Aviation Commissioners

The Anderson Board of Aviation Commissioners approved routine items including October claims of $14,314.42, a $328 fire inspection proposal, and authorizing the airport manager to sign ACIP documents. They also discussed the Terminal Treats vending contract, eclipse event planning, and a possible meeting time change.

• Approved claims for October 2023 totaling $14,314.42
• Approved $328 fire inspection proposal from Koorsen's Fire and Security
• Authorized airport manager to sign ACIP documents for INDOT
• Discussed Terminal Treats vending machine contract; may remove if no signed contract
• Planning for April 8, 2024 total eclipse event with Madison County Chamber

Anderson Redevelopment Commission

The Anderson Redevelopment Commission is meeting to approve minutes and invoices, and to conduct business including a contract with IWM Consulting Group for a geophysical survey site investigation at Plant 10, a parking garage lease, and an update on Bingham Square. These are the main action items on the agenda.

• Contract with IWM Consulting Group for Plant 10 Geophysical Survey Site Investigation
• Parking Garage Lease
• Bingham Square Update
• Approval of September 19, 2023 minutes
• Approval of invoices

Board of Public Safety

The Anderson Board of Public Safety is meeting to hold a public hearing, approve claims totaling $1,550,967.02, and consider municipal development orders to demolish several properties, including an emergency demolition. The agenda includes minutes from the previous meeting and adjournment.

• Claims totaling $1,550,967.02, including police $354,521.58, fire $68,507.37, and combined payroll $1,127,937.97
• Order to demolish 2421 Central Avenue
• Emergency order to demolish 1536 Cincinnati Avenue
• Emergency order to demolish 2716 Dewey Street
• Emergency order to demolish 2121 Pearl Street and 2725 West 16th Street 'J' Building

City Council

The Anderson City Council will consider three rezoning ordinances for properties at 3040 E 38th St., 2233 S. Central Way, and 5540 Scatterfield Rd., along with resolutions authorizing a police fund transfer and participation in the Indiana Bond Bank motor fuel program. The agenda also includes a presentation from the economic development director and routine approvals of minutes.

• Rezoning at 3040 E 38th St. (Ordinance 20-23)
• Rezoning at 2233 S. Central Way (Ordinance 25-23)
• Rezoning at 5540 Scatterfield Rd. (Ordinance 32-23)
• Resolution 14-23: transfer of funds for General Fund-Police
• Resolution 15-23: participation in Indiana Bond Bank motor fuel program

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Anderson Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings and decide on three petitions: a special exception for a private recreational development (event center) at 116 East 19th Street, a special exception for an amended I-3 planned industrial development at Nestle's plant at 4301 West 73rd Street, and a variance from the front yard setback requirement at 13083 Bramble Way in Greenbriar Park.

• Petition #20-23: Special exception for a private recreational development (event center) at 116 East 19th Street
• Petition #22-28: Special exception for an amended I-3 planned industrial development at Nestle plant, 4301 West 73rd Street
• Petition #238-23: Variance from front yard setback requirement at 13083 Bramble Way (Greenbriar Park)

Board of Public Safety

The Board of Public Safety is holding a public hearing to address an unsafe premise located at 1709 Nelle St. in Anderson.

• Public hearing for unsafe premise at 1709 Nelle St.

Board of Public Works

The Board will discuss a bid date for the E. 45th Ditch Construction Project. The meeting also includes the approval of various department claims totaling $4,024,900.14.

• Bid date for E. 45th Ditch Construction Project
• Civil City claims: $2,289,794.74
• Light & Power claims: $975,225.66
• Water Department, Water Pollution Control, and Stormwater claims

Plan Commission

The Anderson Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on October 24, 2023, to consider three subdivision plats: a primary plat for a commercial subdivision on Raible Avenue (continued from previous meetings), a replat in Devon Park, and a replat in Applewood Town Center. The commission will also receive updates on several zone map changes recently approved by the City Council.

• Primary Plat for Singh's Raible Avenue Commercial Subdivision at 1415 South Raible Avenue (continued from 6-27-23, 7-25-23, 8-22-23, 9-26-23)
• Replat of Lot #5 in Devon Park, Section 5 for Lot #13 at 5530 South Scatterfield Road
• Replat of Outlot 'G' in Applewood Village for Lots #1 and #2 in Applewood Town Center (5900 block of East 59 and 60 Streets)
• City Council approved zone map changes: R-3 to R-4 at 2208 Hendricks Street; R-2 and I-8 to I-2 on 252 acres bounded by West 53rd Street, Park Road, West 67th Street, and CSX Railroad; R-2 to R-3 at 816 South Nursery Road; B-4 to B-2 in 1900 block of East 60th Street; R-2 and B-4 to I-2 on 113 acres at 5540 South Scatterfield Road; I-2 to I-1 on 10 acres at 3040 East 38th Street; R-2 to R-3 on five acres at 2233 South Central Way

Board of Public Safety

The Board of Public Safety met to review minutes from October 9, 2023, and process various claims. The agenda includes a discussion regarding a fire department truck purchase.

• Claims totaling $1,245,436.77
• Police claims of $71,365.20
• Fire claims of $65,444.56
• Combined Payroll and Reimbursement claims of $1,108,630.01
• Fire Department truck purchase

City Council

The Anderson Common Council is meeting to consider several ordinances regarding annual salaries for elected and appointed city officials. The agenda also includes an ordinance for appropriations and tax rates, and a resolution to transfer funds to the Rainy Day Fund.

• Ordinance 26-23: Annual salaries for elected officers for 2024
• Ordinance 27-23: Salaries for Anderson City Court and Probation Department
• Ordinance 28-23: Salaries for City Clerk's Office
• Ordinance 29-23: Salaries for city departmental heads and staff
• Ordinance 30-23 and 31-23: Salaries for Anderson Police and Fire executive staff

Board of Aviation Commissioners

The Anderson Board of Aviation Commissioners approved the September claims of $22,298.90 and the previous meeting's minutes. The airport manager reported on fuel sales, EVOC training, and a potential FAA construction grant for terminal and tower renovation. The board also discussed a vending machine contract and plans for the April 2024 total eclipse event.

• Approved claims for September 2023 totaling $22,298.90
• Discussed applying for an FAA construction grant to renovate terminal and tower
• Reported 107 based aircraft and a growing hangar waiting list
• Terminal Treats vending machine contract concluded; new contract to be arranged
• Planning for April 8, 2024 total eclipse event with live music, food trucks, and sunglasses

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will consider resolutions recommending residential tax abatements for two properties: 3121 Waterside Pointe (Michelle and Brian Kidd) and 2633 Halford Street (Robert Gray). The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and roll call.

• Resolution EDC08-23: Residential tax abatement for Michelle and Brian Kidd at 3121 Waterside Pointe
• Resolution EDC09-23: Residential tax abatement for Robert Gray at 2633 Halford Street

City Council

The Anderson City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances that would change the zoning map for specific properties, as well as resolutions designating economic development target areas and an economic revitalization area. The agenda also includes a report from the economic development director and an ARPA committee report. Most items are introductions with first and second readings, meaning they are being proposed and discussed, not yet final decisions.

• Rezoning at 2208 Hendricks (Ordinance 8-23, tabled with 1st reading)
• Rezoning at 2831 W 53rd St, 6542 Park Rd, 3206 W 67th St (Ordinance 18-23)
• Rezoning at 816 S. Nursery Rd (Ordinance 19-23)
• Rezoning at 1900 E. 60th St (Ordinance 21-23)
• Economic development target areas for Robert Gray and Michelle/Brian Kidd (Ordinances 33-23, 34-23)

Board of Public Safety

The Board of Public Safety is reviewing emergency orders to demolish and remove structures at multiple locations, including 1315 Arrow Avenue and 1822 West 14th Street. The board will also review an existing emergency order for 1519 West 5th Street.

• Emergency demolition orders for properties on Arrow Avenue, Central Avenue, West 4th Street, West 14th Street, and West 16th Street
• Review of emergency demolition order for 1519 West 5th Street
• Claims totaling $2,353,170.64, including $45,791.63 for Police and $260,239.32 for Fire

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Anderson Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on four petitions. These include requests for variances and special exceptions for commercial developments, such as a proposed McAlister's Deli and a Chick-fil-A restaurant, as well as an event center and a restaurant. The board will decide on these requests after hearing public input.

• Petition #18-23: Variance from lot coverage for proposed McAlister's Deli at 5903 South Scatterfield Road
• Petition #18A-23: Variance from parking space size for same property
• Petition #19-23: Special exception for B-3 Neighborhood Shopping Center for Chick-fil-A at 5530 South Scatterfield Road
• Petition #19A-23: Variance from front yard setback for Chick-fil-A
• Petition #20-23: Special exception for private recreation (event center) at 116 East 19th Street

Park Board

The Anderson Park Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda consists of standard procedural items: approving the previous meeting's minutes, receiving the Business Administrator's financial report, and hearing updates from Parks and Recreation staff. There is no old or new business listed for discussion or action.

• Approval of minutes from September 12, 2023
• Business Administrator's report on September accounts payable, payroll, and financial totals
• Programming report from Alecia Davis
• Grandview Pro Shop report from Dan Hutton
• Grandview and Parks & Recreation maintenance reports

Plan Commission

The Anderson Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on eight petitions, including several zone map changes and primary/secondary plats for commercial and residential subdivisions. Items include a continued primary plat for Singh's Raible Avenue Commercial Subdivision and a continued zone change for the former Bright Corporation/Salem Poultry site. The commission will also receive updates on City Council actions regarding other zone changes.

• Petition #13-23: Primary plat for Singh's Raible Avenue Commercial Subdivision at 1415 South Raible Avenue (continued from 6-27, 7-25, 8-22)
• Petition #24-23: Zone change from I-2 to I-1 at 3040 East 38th Street (continued from 8-22)
• Petition #29-23: Zone change from R-2 to R-3 for daycare at 2233 South Central Way
• Petition #31-23: Zone change from R-2/B-4 to I-2 at 5540 South Scatterfield Road
• Petition #33-23: Primary plat for Applewood Town Center at 5903 South Scatterfield Road

Board of Public Safety

The Board of Public Safety will discuss and vote on various claims, including police and fire department expenses. The meeting is primarily procedural with a focus on approving these financial claims.

• Public Hearing on Claims Totals: $178,883.77
• Police Department Claim: $114,534.80
• Fire Department Claim: $64,348.97

City Council

The Anderson City Council is holding a special meeting with a public hearing on Ordinance 24-23, which sets appropriations and tax rates. The council will also introduce several ordinances fixing 2024 salaries for elected officials, city court and probation staff, clerk's office employees, appointed officers and department heads, and executive staff of the police and fire departments.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 24-23 for appropriations and tax rates
• Ordinance 26-23: 2024 salaries for elected officers
• Ordinance 27-23: salaries for city court and probation department
• Ordinance 28-23: salaries for city clerk's office
• Ordinances 30-23 and 31-23: executive staff salaries for police and fire departments

Board of Aviation Commissioners

The Anderson Municipal Airport Board of Aviation Commissioners held a regular meeting, approving the previous meeting's minutes and claims totaling $23,290.12 for August 2023. The airport manager reported fuel sales trends, including a 17% overall decline in fuel sales (mainly Jet-A) and a 100% increase in Mogas sales. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned after routine business.

• Approved claims for August 2023 totaling $23,290.12
• Fuel sales down 17% overall, Jet-A sales down
• Mogas sales up 100%
• Fuel balance reported at $112,539.26, with $65,000 moved to city
• Next meeting scheduled for October 17, 2023

Anderson Redevelopment Commission

The Anderson Redevelopment Commission is meeting to consider several economic development items, including a resolution to pledge TIF funds for a water main on East 67th Street, authorization for a Phase 1 environmental assessment of the former GM Plant 10, and negotiation of a railroad spur agreement for the former Guide Plant 9. The agenda also includes routine approval of minutes and invoices.

• ARC08-23: Resolution for TIF pledge for water main on East 67th Street
• Authorization for IWM Consulting Group file review and Summary Phase 1 Assessment for former GM Plant 10
• Authorization for Gary McKinney services for Owner Questionnaire Phase 1 – former GM Plant 10
• Authorization for legal counsel to negotiate contract with Indiana Central Railroad for spur serving former Guide Plant 9
• ARC07-23: Authorization for transfer of Certified Tech Park Funds to Flagship Enterprise Center

City Council

The Anderson City Council will hold its regular meeting on September 14, 2023, addressing several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include a $2.05 million economic development tax increment revenue bond, multiple rezoning requests at specific addresses, and final confirmatory resolutions for economic revitalization areas. The agenda also includes a communication from the economic development director and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Ordinance 23-23 authorizing up to $2,050,000 in economic development tax increment revenue bonds
• Rezoning at 1232 East 22nd St. (Ordinance 17-23, 1st and 2nd readings)
• Rezoning at 2032 Mounds Rd. (Ordinance 16-23, 1st reading)
• Rezoning at 2831 W 53rd St, 6542 Park Rd, 3206 W 67th St (Ordinance 18-23, 1st reading)
• Final confirmatory resolutions for economic revitalization areas for Kristal M. Graybiel and Schneider Holdings LLC

Board of Public Safety

The Board of Public Safety met to review minutes from August 28, 2023, and process various financial claims. The meeting also included the acceptance of bids for several municipal development projects.

• Total claims totaling $1,207,627.32
• Police claims of $43,917.76
• Fire claims of $51,958.18
• Bid acceptance for properties at 4120 Brown St, 2728 Central Ave, 3018 Central Ave, 1422 Fulton St, and 1909 West 18th St
• Discussion regarding Anderson Protection League

The Board of Public Safety approved demolition contracts for six specific properties and renewed the Animal Protection League contract for four years. The board also approved September claims and payroll, while tabling fire department truck bids.

• Approved $5,320 demolition bid by Fredericks for 4120 Brown St (3-0)
• Approved $4,840 demolition bid by Fredericks for 2728 Central Ave (3-0)
• Approved $7,448 demolition bid by Shroyer Solutions for 3018 Central Ave (3-0)
• Approved $3,200 demolition bid by Fredericks for 2920 East Lynn St garage (3-0)
• Approved $7,000 demolition bid by Yarberry Landscape for 1422 Fulton St (3-0)
• Approved $6,500 demolition bid by MADCO for 1909 West 18th St (3-0)
• Approved four-year contract renewal for Animal Protection League (3-0)
• Tabled fire department truck bids until 9-25-23 (3-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board approved the purchase of a 2023 Traverse and set bid and quote dates for several city engineering projects. Additionally, the board approved published claims totaling $571,387.61.

• Approved September 26, 2023 as bid date for Concrete Panel Replacement (Scatterfield Village), Concrete Panel Replacement (Cedar Bend Drive), Crack Sealing (Various Streets), and Concrete Sidewalk (Meadowbrook Addition) (Unanimous)
• Approved September 19, 2023 as quote date for 2023 Striping – Various Streets Project (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2023 Traverse from Kelley Chevy, LLC for $32,150.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved published claims in the amount of $571,387.61 (Unanimous)
• Approved August 29, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works approved a retroactive labor agreement with Local 108 and the purchase of four service trucks. Three secondary plats for industrial, residential, and business developments were also approved. The board authorized claims totaling $3,368,606.16.

• Approved purchase of 4 1-ton pick-up trucks from Ed Martin Ford for $253,888.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved Secondary Plat / FITT Industrial Subdivision (Unanimous)
• Approved Secondary Plat / Home Court at the Wigwam (Unanimous)
• Approved Secondary Plat / Lot #1 in Madison Park Commons (Unanimous)
• Approved Agreement between City of Anderson and Local 108 of the Utility Workers Union of America, AFL-CIO (Unanimous)
• Approved published claims in the amount of $3,368,606.16 (Unanimous)
• Approved August 22, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Board of Public Safety

The Board of Public Safety met to review minutes from August 14, 2023, and process various financial claims. The agenda includes discussions regarding a new police hire and a fire department vehicle purchase.

• Total claims totaling $1,258,738.68
• Police department claims of $91,953.03
• Fire department claims of $64,202.19
• Combined payroll and reimbursement claims of $1,102,583.46
• Proposed fire department vehicle purchase

The Board approved claims for the Police and Fire departments and total payroll. The Board also approved an updated contract for the Police Department camera system and a calendar date change for an October meeting.

• Approved August 14, 2023 minutes (2-0)
• Approved Police department claims of $91,953.03 (2-0)
• Approved Fire department claims of $64,202.19 (2-0)
• Approved total payroll of $1,102,583.46 (2-0)
• Approved updated contract for Police department camera system (2-0)
• Approved calendar date change for October 9 meeting (2-0)

Anderson Redevelopment Commission

The Anderson Redevelopment Commission is meeting in executive session to discuss P.R. Bingham, LLC's compliance with an Economic Development Project Agreement. This is a closed session, so no public decisions are expected.

• Executive session regarding P.R. Bingham, LLC compliance with Economic Development Project Agreement
• Meeting at 5:00 PM EDT in 5th Floor Conference Room, City Building, 120 East 8th Street, Anderson, IN

The commission met in executive session to discuss P.R. Bingham LLC’s compliance with an Economic Development Project Agreement. No final actions were taken during the meeting.

Board of Public Works

The Board approved a New Purchased Power Tracking Cost Factor for late 2023 and a funding agreement with the USGS. The Board also approved published claims totaling $1,221,063.57.

• Approved New Purchased Power Tracking Cost Factor for October, November, and December 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved Joint Funding Agreement with USGS for $16,600.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved published claims in the amount of $1,221,063.57 (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 15, 2023 (Unanimous)

City Council

The Anderson City Council is holding two days of budget hearings for the 2024 fiscal year. The hearings will cover all city departments, including police, fire, parks, and economic development. This is a procedural step in the budget approval process.

• Mayor/Board of Works budget hearing at 4:15 PM on August 16
• Police Dept/Con't Ed budget hearing at 7:00 PM on August 16
• Fire Dept/Bldg & Equip budget hearing at 6:30 PM on August 17
• MVH/LRS/Wheel Tax (Street) budget hearing at 6:30 PM on August 16
• Economic Development/F&B/RD budget hearing at 5:30 PM on August 17

The City Council conducted budget hearings on August 16 and 17, 2023. Various department heads and officials presented their budgets to the council. The minutes do not record any votes or final decisions on these budgets.

Board of Public Works

The Board approved published claims totaling $9,353,533.35. Bids for the Transit Center restaurant space build-out were taken under advisement for further review.

• Approved minutes from August 8, 2023 (unanimous)
• Took bids for Transit Center Restaurant Space Build out under advisement (unanimous)
• Approved published claims in the amount of $9,353,533.35

Board of Aviation Commissioners

The Anderson Board of Aviation Commissioners approved July claims of $25,899.34, transferred a 1995 Ford cargo van to the Parks Department, and authorized legal action against a Luscombe aircraft owner who has not paid ramp fees. The board also discussed declining Jet-A fuel sales, FAA-requested tree removal near State Road 32, and forming committees to improve the 2024 airshow.

• Approved claims for July 2023 totaling $25,899.34
• Approved transfer of 1995 Ford Cargo Van (Mobile 17) to Parks Department
• Authorized attorney to send legal notice to Luscombe aircraft owner over unpaid ramp fees
• Discussed declining Jet-A fuel sales due to crop duster tax exemption
• Contracted tree removal near State Road 32 for ILS signal vegetation

The Board of Aviation Commissioners approved the transfer of a 1995 Ford Cargo Van to the Parks Department and authorized legal notice for an aircraft parked without permission. The board also approved July claims totaling $25,899.34.

• Approved July 2023 claims of $25,899.34 (unanimous)
• Approved interdepartmental transfer of 1995 Ford Cargo Van (Mobile 17) to Parks Department (unanimous)
• Approved request for attorney to send legal notice to owner of unauthorized Luscombe aircraft (unanimous)
• Approved July 11, 2023 meeting minutes

Board of Public Safety

The Board approved the hiring of John Modglin to the police department and authorized the demolition of a house at 1721 Meridian St. The board also approved several sets of meeting minutes and various department claims and payroll.

• Approved hiring of John Modglin (2-0)
• Approved minutes from 6-12-23, 6-26-23, and 7-24-23 (2-0)
• Approved Police department claims of $129,666.59 (2-0)
• Approved Fire department claims of $89,786.04 (2-0)
• Approved combined payroll of $2,334,593.92 (2-0)
• Approved demolition of the main house at 1721 Meridian St (2-0)

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will hold a public hearing and then a regular meeting to consider a resolution authorizing economic development revenue bonds for FITT USA, Inc. The agenda includes a finding of facts and a report on the company. No other substantive items are listed.

• Public hearing on Resolution EDC 07-23 for proposed economic development revenue bonds (FITT USA, Inc.)
• Resolution EDC 07-23 to approve and authorize actions related to the bonds
• Finding of Facts and Report on FITT USA, Inc.

The Economic Development Commission approved Resolution EDC07-23 to authorize revenue bonds for FITT USA, Inc. to establish a manufacturing plant and USA headquarters at 3030 Raible Avenue. The project involves a minimum $20M investment and a commitment of 104 employees.

• Approved May 11, 2023 minutes (4-0)
• Approved Resolution EDC07-23 authorizing $2M in revenue bonds for FITT USA, Inc. (4-0)
• Confirmed receipt of Finding of Facts for FITT USA, Inc.
• Confirmed receipt of Report for FITT USA, Inc.

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will hold a public hearing and then vote on a resolution authorizing economic development revenue bonds for FITT USA, Inc. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and a report on the company.

• Public hearing on EDC 07-23 resolution for economic development revenue bonds (FITT USA, Inc.)
• Vote on resolution authorizing actions for proposed bonds
• Finding of facts and report on FITT USA, Inc.
• Approval of minutes from May 11, 2023

City Council

The Anderson City Council will consider overriding a mayoral veto of an ordinance that penalizes blocking streets and sidewalks. The agenda also includes several zoning changes, a bond issuance for economic development, and other routine items.

• Veto override of Ordinance 7-23 (street/sidewalk blocking penalty)
• Zoning change at 2208 Hendricks St (tabled, 1st reading)
• Zoning changes at 4009 W 25th St, 2032 Mounds Rd, 1232 E 22nd St, and 2831 W 53rd St/6542 Park Rd/3206 W 67th St
• Ordinance 23-23 authorizing up to $2,050,000 in economic development TIF bonds
• Public hearings for tax abatement waivers (Kristal M. Graybiel, Schneider Holdings LLC)

The Common Council adopted a zone map change for 4009 West 25th St and approved two preliminary tax abatements for retail and coffee shop rehabilitations. A veto-override attempt for an ordinance regarding street and sidewalk blockading failed.

• Veto-override for Ordinance 7-23 (street/sidewalk blockading) failed (5-3)
• Adopted Ordinance 13-23: Zone map change from R-2 to R-3 at 4009 West 25th St (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 22-23: Corrected scrivener's error in flood plain regulations (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 6-23: Waived noncompliance for tax abatement filing (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 7-23: Preliminary tax abatement for retail store and spa at 940 Main St (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 8-23: Preliminary tax abatement for coffee shop and bookstore at 715 East 53rd St (7-0)
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 23-23: Revenue bonds up to $2,050,000 for manufacturing facility (6-1)
• Appointed Councilors Stephenson, Dixon, and Ben Orcutt to a homeless committee

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works approved a consulting agreement with Madison County Economic Development. The board also approved over $600,000 in published claims.

• Approved Consulting Agreement with Madison County Economic Development for $150,000.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved published claims in the amount of $603,531.70
• Approved August 1, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Anderson Redevelopment Commission

The Anderson Redevelopment Commission is meeting to consider a resolution pledging tax increment revenues for Project FITT USA Inc., along with a contract for continued Plant 7 monitoring and an update on Bingham Square. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and invoices.

• Resolution ARC06-23 pledging tax increment revenues for Project FITT USA Inc.
• SMA contract for continued Plant 7 monitoring
• Update on Bingham Square
• Approval of June 13, 2023 minutes
• Invoice approvals

The Commission approved a resolution pledging tax increment revenues for FITT USA, Inc. to build a rubber hose manufacturing facility. It also approved a monitoring contract for the former Plant 7 and authorized several bills. The body discussed ongoing litigation regarding Bingham Square Apartments.

• Approved Resolution ARC06-23 pledging TIF revenues for FITT USA, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $56,528.00 contract with Saint John Mittelhauser and Associates for Plant 7 monitoring (5-0)
• Approved bills totaling $747,400.50 (4-0)
• Approved June 13, 2023 minutes (4-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on several petitions, including a special exception for an open automobile sales lot and variances for a residential development at the former Wigwam site. The board will also consider a variance for parking and building height allowances.

• Petition #15-23: Special Exception for an Open Automobile Sales Lot (continued from June and July)
• Petition #15A-23: Variance from use permitted not closer than 300 feet to a residential use
• Petition #15-B-23: Variance from one parking space per 1,000 square feet at 530 Jackson Street
• Petition #17-23: Special Exception for a Residential Development Plan by Kevin Brown II and Wigwam Holdings, LLC
• Petition #17A-28: Variance from maximum building height allowance for Home Court Apartments at the Wigwam (northwest corner of West 14th and Lincoln Streets)

City Council

The Anderson Common Council is holding a special meeting to consider approving the hiring of outside counsel to represent the council, which has been named as a defendant in litigation. The agenda contains only this single action item, along with routine opening and adjournment procedures.

• Approval to hire outside counsel to represent the City of Anderson Common Council in litigation

The Common Council voted to hire outside legal representation for a case where the council is a defendant. The council also authorized a spending limit of $200,000 for legal fees.

• Approved hiring outside counsel for pending litigation (6-0)
• Authorized Council Attorney Rosemary Khoury to spend up to $200,000 in legal fees (5-1)

Plan Commission

The Anderson Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on 11 petitions, including primary plats for several subdivisions, two zone map changes, a vacation, and a secondary plat. The commission will also receive updates on two City Council rezoning actions, one continued and one approved.

• Primary Plat for Singh's Raible Avenue Commercial Subdivision at 1415 South Raible Avenue (continued from 6-27-23)
• Zone Map Change from B-1 to B-2 at 2032 Mounds Road (Petition #16-23)
• Zone Map Change from I-2 to I-1 at 1232 East 22nd Street (Petition #17-23)
• Zone Map Change from R-2 and I-3 to I-2 on 252.011 acres near West 53rd Street and Park Road (Petition #19-23)
• Vacation of Madison Park, Section One Addition at 6607 Providence Drive (Petition #20-23)

Plan Commission

The Anderson Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on 11 petitions, including primary plats for several subdivisions and zone map changes. The commission will also receive updates from the City Council on two rezoning actions. All items are under consideration; no final decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Primary Plat for Singh's Raible Avenue Commercial Subdivision at 1415 South Raible Avenue (continued from 6-27-23)
• Zone Map Change from B-1 to B-2 at 2032 Mounds Road (Petition #16-23)
• Zone Map Change from I-2 to I-1 at 1232 East 22 Street (Petition #17-23)
• Zone Map Change from R-2 and I-3 to I-2, 252.011 acres bounded by West 53rd Street, Park Road, West 67th Street, and CSX Railroad Tracks (Petition #19-23)
• Vacation of Madison Park, Section One Addition at 6607 Providence Drive (Petition #20-23)

Board of Public Safety

The Board of Public Safety will review financial claims for police and fire services and consider bids for a cleanup project at 1419 Hendricks Street. The meeting also includes the approval of a new contractor, Cornerstone Brothers Ministries (Man 4 Man).

• Police and Fire department claims totaling $1,638,426.13
• Cleanup bids for 1419 Hendricks Street
• Approval of new contractor: Cornerstone Brothers Ministries (Man 4 Man)

The Board approved claims for the Police and Fire departments and combined payroll. It also authorized a property clean-up at 1419 Hendricks St and approved a new contractor.

• Approved July 10, 2023 minutes (2-0)
• Approved Police department claims of $74,307.38 (3-0)
• Approved Fire department claims of $284,489.73 (3-0)
• Approved combined payroll of $1,279,629.02 (3-0)
• Affirmed clean-up of 1419 Hendricks St (3-0)
• Accepted $2,600 bid from Rescue Demolition for 1419 Hendricks St (3-0)
• Approved Cornerstone Brothers Ministries (Man 4 Man) as a new contractor (3-0)

Revolving Loan Fund Board

The Revolving Loan Fund Board will hold an executive session on July 21, 2023, to discuss financial matters within its portfolio. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Executive session to discuss portfolio financials

Revolving Loan Fund Board

The Anderson Revolving Loan Fund Board is meeting to approve minutes from March 24, 2023, and to consider renewals for Orcutt Properties and REM Spa/Summit Salon. An executive session will be held beforehand to discuss portfolio financials. The agenda is otherwise routine with a miscellaneous items section.

• Approval of minutes from March 24, 2023
• Renewal of Orcutt Properties - Bankable
• Renewal of REM Spa/Summit Salon - Star
• Executive session at 9:00am on portfolio financials

The Revolving Loan Fund Board approved a three-year loan renewal for Summit Salon and Nicole Mitchell. The board also tabled a renewal for Orcutt Properties until 2024.

• Approved loan renewal for Summit Salon and Nicole Mitchell at 6.1875% interest for 3 years (unanimous, Star Bank abstained)
• Accepted meeting minutes from March 24, 2023 (unanimous)
• Tabled renewal of Orcutt Properties until 2024

City Council

The Anderson City Council will hold its regular meeting on July 13, 2023, addressing unfinished business, communications, and reports. Key actions include introducing an amended ordinance to prevent street and sidewalk blockading, tabling ordinances for a zoning change at 2208 Hendricks St and vacating an alley near W. 11th St, and continuing a resolution for an economic revitalization area for SIRE Properties LLC. A new zoning ordinance for 4009 West 25th St will also be introduced.

• Amended Ordinance #1683 to prevent street and sidewalk blockading with penalty
• Ordinance 5-23 to vacate alley adjacent to 219, 227, 233 W. 11th St
• Ordinance 8-23 zone map change for 2208 Hendricks St
• Resolution 5-23 designating economic revitalization area for SIRE Properties LLC
• Ordinance 13-23 zone map change for 4009 West 25th St

The Council passed an ordinance establishing timelines for trash can removal from streets and sidewalks and implementing fines. They also approved a tax abatement for Sire Properties, LLC and appointed a new member to the Board of Zoning Appeals.

• Adopted Ordinance 7-23 regarding street and sidewalk blockading and trash can removal (5-2)
• Adopted Resolution 5-23 for a seven-year 70% tax abatement for Sire Properties, LLC at 1902 W 25th St (7-0)
• Appointed Tyson Mangrum to the Board of Zoning Appeals by consent
• Approved salary/contract for Council Attorney Rosemary F. Khoury
• Passed first and second readings of Ordinance 13-23 for zoning change from R-2 to R-3 at 4009 West 25th St (7-0)
• Tabled Ordinance 5-23 regarding vacating a public way at W. 11th St. until August meeting (6-1)
• Tabled Ordinance 8-23 regarding zoning change from R3 to R4 at 2208 Hendricks St. until August 10 meeting (7-0)
• Authorized Council Attorney to draft an order for trash pickup at Bingham Apartments

Board of Aviation Commissioners

The Anderson Municipal Airport Board of Aviation Commissioners held a regular meeting, approving the previous meeting's minutes and $23,379.09 in claims for June 2023. The airport manager reported on fuel sales trends, a successful airshow, and suggested hosting an event for the April 2024 total solar eclipse. No old or new business was discussed, and the meeting adjourned after about 30 minutes.

• Approved claims for June 2023 totaling $23,379.09
• Jet A fuel sales down 37% from June 2022; mogas sales up 242%
• Air traffic up 33% compared to 2022
• Airshow attendance estimated at 7,000-10,000 people
• Discussed hosting an eclipse party for April 8, 2024 total solar eclipse

The Board approved the minutes from the June 20, 2023 meeting and claims for June 2023. The Airport Manager reported a 33% increase in air traffic compared to 2022, though Jet A fuel sales decreased by 37%.

• Approved June 20, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved June 2023 claims in the amount of $23,379.09 (unanimous)

Board of Public Safety

The Board of Public Safety met to review minutes from May 22, 2023, and process various financial claims. The total amount of claims presented for consideration was $1,397,707.56.

• $148,471.64 in Police claims
• $56,464.83 in Fire claims
• $1,192,771.09 in combined Payroll and Reimbursement claims

The Board of Public Safety approved claims for the Police and Fire departments and the combined payroll. The board also accepted the minutes from the May 22, 2023, meeting.

• Approved May 22, 2023 minutes (2-0)
• Approved Police department claims of $148,471.64 (2-0)
• Approved Fire department claims of $56,464.83 (2-0)
• Approved combined payroll total of $1,192,771.09 (2-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider two main petitions: a special exception for an open automobile sales lot at 530 Jackson Street, and a series of variances for outside storage, use proximity, lot coverage, and entrance limits at 1301 West 16th Street (former Elston-Richards building). The first petition was continued from the June 7 meeting.

• Petition #15-23: Ben T Jewell requests a Special Exception for an Open Automobile Sales Lot at 530 Jackson Street (continued from 6/7/23).
• Petition #16-23: Recycled Polymer Solutions, LLC and BBS Charities of Indiana, LLC request a Special Exception for Outside Storage at 1301 West 16th Street.
• Petition #16A-23: Variance from Use Closer than 300 feet to a Residential Use at 1301 West 16th Street.
• Petition #16B-23: Variance from Lot Coverage Requirements at 1301 West 16th Street.
• Petition #16C-23: Variance from Maximum Number of Entrances at 1301 West 16th Street.

City Council

The Anderson City Common Council is holding an executive session to discuss pending litigation and representation regarding redistricting. The session is authorized by state law and is closed to the public. No votes or decisions are scheduled on the agenda.

• Executive session on pending redistricting litigation
• Discussion of legal representation in the matter

The Common Council met in an executive session to discuss pending litigation and representation. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

Plan Commission

The Anderson Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on four petitions: two zone map changes from R-2 to R-3 residential, a secondary plat for a convenience store subdivision, and a primary plat for a commercial subdivision. The commission will also review minutes from previous meetings and receive city council updates.

• Petition #10-23: Zone map change from R-2 to R-3 at 4009 West 25th Street
• Petition #11-23: Zone map change from R-2 to R-3 at 4521 Main Street
• Petition #12-23: Secondary plat for Rangeline Road C-Store Subdivision at 3819 South Rangeline Road
• Petition #13-23: Primary plat for Singh's Raible Avenue Commercial Subdivision at 1415 South Raible Avenue

Board of Public Safety

The Board of Public Safety will review claims totaling $1,390,880.70 for police and fire services. The agenda also includes decisions regarding several property demolitions and bids for lot cleanups.

• Claims totaling $1,390,880.70 including $110,606.21 for Police and $93,982.25 for Fire
• Demolition approvals for multiple properties including 1810 Cedar Street and 3018 Central Avenue
• Re-bid for 428 West 4th Street
• Bids for clean-up at 2207 Crystal and formerly 1420 W 4th

The Board approved the demolition of several residential properties and garages across the city. It also authorized three specific cleanup contracts and approved police, fire, and payroll claims.

• Approved Police department claims of $110,606.21 (2-0)
• Approved Fire department claims of $93,982.25 (2-0)
• Approved combined payroll total of $1,186,292.24 (2-0)
• Affirmed demolition of 531 Broadway, 1810 Cedar St, 1823 Cedar St, 3018 Central Ave, 1909 W 18th St, 2025 West 25th St/2504 Dewey St, 4120 Brown, 1133/1135 East 26th St, 2910 East 26th St garage, 2214 Franklin St garage, and 1422 Fulton (2-0)
• Tabled demolition of 1721 Meridian St until 7-10-23 (2-0)
• Approved $965 bid from Rescue Demolition for 2207 Crystal (2-0)
• Approved $6,600 bid from Rescue Demolition for 1420 W 4th St (2-0)
• Approved $14,350 bid from MADCO Excavating for 428 West 4th St (2-0)

Board of Aviation Commissioners

The Anderson Municipal Airport Board of Aviation Commissioners approved $35,096.56 in May claims and authorized the final payment of $637,679.84 to Reith-Reilly for the Terminal Apron Project, contingent on receiving closeout documentation. The board also reviewed financial reports indicating a 20% increase in May fuel sales and confirmed that the 2023 Airshow is nearly fully funded through sponsorships. No new business or public comments were recorded during the meeting.

• Approved $35,096.56 in claims for May 2023
• Approved final payment of $637,679.84 to Reith-Reilly for the Terminal Apron Project
• Reported $9,825 raised in sponsorships for the 2023 Airshow
• Noted May fuel sales were 20% higher than the previous month

The Board of Aviation Commissioners approved the final contract payment for the Terminal Apron Project and authorized May claims. The board also received reports on fuel sales and airshow funding.

• Approved May 2023 claims totaling $35,096.56 (unanimous)
• Approved final contract payment of $637,679.84 to Reith-Reilly for Terminal Apron Project, conditional on closeout documentation (unanimous)
• Approved May 16, 2023 meeting minutes

Board of Public Safety

The Anderson Board of Public Safety is meeting for an executive session under city code. The agenda lists no other business, indicating the session is the sole item. The meeting is scheduled for June 15, 2023, at 4:00 pm.

• Executive session under City of Anderson Code Title IX, Chapter 91, Section 91.83

The Board of Public Safety met in an executive session closed to the public. No substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes.

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works approved a contract for the CCMG 2023 Resurfacing Project and approved published claims. A bid for the Stanley Ditch Maintenance Project was taken under advisement for further review.

• Awarded CCMG 2023 Resurfacing Project to Howard Companies for $1,631,159.01 (Unanimous)
• Took Watson’s Excavating bid of $203,140.00 for Stanley Ditch Maintenance Project under advisement (Unanimous)
• Approved published claims in the amount of $575,290.47
• Approved June 6, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Anderson Redevelopment Commission

The Commission approved a funding match for traffic signal upgrades and awarded a mowing contract. It also authorized wetland delineation services for four properties. The board discussed potential legal action regarding Bingham Square Apartments but took no formal vote on the matter.

• Approved May 15, 2023 minutes (4-0)
• Approved bills totaling $26,601.15 (4-0)
• Awarded mowing contract to Select Lawn Services for $42,095.00 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution ARC04-23 for wetland delineation at Mort, Madison Commons, Eagle Park, and Orchard properties (4-0)
• Approved Resolution ARC05-23 for $281,069 matching funds for Downtown Traffic Modernization Project (4-0)

Board of Public Safety

The Board of Public Safety will review financial claims totaling $1,445,185.83 for police and fire services. The meeting also includes discussions on new police hires, lateral fire department hires, and several property demolitions.

• Claims totaling $1,445,185.83 for Police and Fire departments
• Affirmation of demolitions at 2728 Central Avenue, 212 Clifford Street, 1537 Cincinnati Avenue, 1515 West 7th Street, and 422 West 22nd Street
• Bids for demolition at 3011 East Lynn Street and 2203/2205 West 26th Street
• Police Department new hires
• Fire Department lateral hires

The Board of Public Safety approved new police recruits and a lateral transfer for the fire department. Members authorized several property demolitions and clean-ups, including awarding two contracts to Salty Dog Trash. The board also approved payroll and department claims totaling over $1.4 million.

• Approved hiring of police recruits William Allen and Tim Hopkins (2-0)
• Approved FOP labor contract amendment regarding lateral transfer longevity and vacation (2-0)
• Approved lateral transfer of Trent Thomas to Fire Department (2-0)
• Approved Police department claims of $115,647.43 and Fire department claims of $186,140.89 (2-0)
• Approved combined payroll of $1,143,397.51 (2-0)
• Approved demolition bid from Salty Dog Trash for 2203/2205 West Dewey ($5,806.85) and 3011 East Lynn ($9,750) (2-0)
• Affirmed demolitions of 2728 Central Ave and 1537 Cincinnati Ave (2-0)
• Started demolition process for 2007 Arrow Ave (2-0)

City Council

The Anderson City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances, including a rezoning at 2424 Arrow Ave., a vacation of an alley near W. 11th St., and an amended ordinance on street and sidewalk blockading. They will also introduce a rezoning at 2208 Hendricks St., adopt code supplements, and vote on a final resolution designating an economic revitalization area for Sire Properties LLC. The agenda includes a presentation from the economic development director and public comments.

• Rezoning at 2424 Arrow Ave. (Ordinance 6-23)
• Alley vacation near 219, 227, 233 W. 11th St. (Ordinance 5-23)
• Amended street/sidewalk blockading ordinance (7-23)
• Rezoning at 2208 Hendricks St. (Ordinance 8-23)
• Economic revitalization area for Sire Properties LLC (Resolution 5-23)

The Common Council adopted a zoning change from R2 to B2 for a property on Arrow Ave and codified previous year ordinances. A proposal for a tax abatement at 1904 W. 25th St was continued, and a zoning change for 2208 Hendricks St was tabled.

• Adopted Ordinance 6-23 changing zone map from R2 to B2 at 2424 Arrow Ave (7-1)
• Adopted Ordinance 14-23 to codify ordinances and resolutions from the previous year (8-0)
• Passed first and second readings of amended Ordinance 7-23 regarding street and sidewalk blockading (8-0)
• Tabled Ordinance 8-23 regarding a zone map change at 2208 Hendricks St (8-0)
• Continued Resolution 5-23 for a tax abatement at 1904 W. 25th St
• Approved May 11, 2023 meeting minutes (8-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Anderson Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on six petitions. Items include a special exception and variance for a church addition and parking lot at 3001 Mounds Road, two special exceptions for automobile filling stations at East 38th and South Rangeline Road and at 2224 Meridian Street, a front-yard setback variance for a porch at 3401 Church Drive, a variance for a pole barn at 4801 Park Road, and a special exception for an open automobile sales lot at 530 Jackson Street. The board will also approve minutes from March and May 2022.

• Petition #7-23: Special exception for church addition and parking lot expansion at 3001 Mounds Road (continued from April 5, 2023)
• Petition #7A-23: Variance from lot coverage requirements at 3001 Mounds Road
• Petition #11-23: Special exception for automobile filling station at southwest corner of East 38th Street and South Rangeline Road
• Petition #13-23: Special exception for automobile filling station at 2224 Meridian Street
• Petition #15-23: Special exception for open automobile sales lot at 530 Jackson Street

Board of Public Works

The Board approved two change orders for project CCMG-2022-2 and set a bid date for the 2023 Contract Paving Project. Bids for the 2023 CCMG Resurfacing Project were opened and taken under advisement. The Board also approved published claims totaling $2,438,308.28.

• Approved CCMG-2022-2 Change Order 1 ($26,023.08) and Change Order 2 ($180,311.00) (unanimous)
• Approved June 27, 2023 as the bid date for the 2023 Contract Paving Project (unanimous)
• Took bids for 2023 CCMG Resurfacing Project under advisement (unanimous)
• Approved published claims in the amount of $2,438,308.28 (unanimous)
• Approved May 30, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Park Board

The Anderson Park Board is meeting to approve the minutes from May 9, 2023, and receive reports from the superintendent, pro shop, greens, maintenance, and programming. The agenda includes financial totals for April, but no old or new business is listed.

• Approval of minutes from May 9, 2023
• April accounts payable, payroll, and financial totals
• Grandview Pro Shop report
• Grandview Greens report
• Park maintenance and programming reports

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works approved a two-lot replat for the New Horizons Lot #1 Subdivision to allow for a foster program home. The Board also approved a transit-related Memorandum of Agreement and published claims.

• Approved Memorandum of Agreement between Madison County Council of Governments, Indiana Department of Transportation, and City of Anderson Transit System (Unanimous)
• Approved Replat / New Horizions Lot #1 Subdivision (Unanimous)
• Approved published claims in the amount of $1,266,054.66 (Unanimous)
• Approved May 23, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Anderson Plan Commission is holding a public hearing to consider two petitions: a zone map change for a property on Hendricks Street and a replat of a lot in New Horizons Subdivision. The meeting also includes roll call, minutes approval, and city council updates.

• Petition #8-23: Zone map change from R-3 to R-4 at 2208 Hendricks Street
• Petition #9-23: Replat of Lot #1 in New Horizons Subdivision at 611 East 53rd Street

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works approved a three-year service contract for rain gauge metering and a residential electricity rate increase for late 2023. Two curb and sidewalk change orders were approved. The board also authorized published claims totaling $9,809,767.85.

• Approved 3-year contract with ADS for CSO and rain gauge metering at $9,712.00 per month (Unanimous)
• Approved Tracker Filing for July, August, and September 2023, increasing average residential bills by $1.050 (Unanimous)
• Approved $9,809,767.85 in published claims (Unanimous)
• Approved Dewey Street, 14th Street, and Halford Street curb and sidewalk change order decrease of $3,361.62 (Unanimous)
• Approved 38th Street, Brown Street, and Drexel Drive curb and sidewalk change order increase of $735.41 (Unanimous)
• Approved May 16, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Board of Public Safety

The Board will review $1,303,816.68 in total claims for police and fire services. The meeting also includes discussions on new police hires, vehicle transfers, and approving bids for several demolition properties.

• $1,303,816.68 in total claims including $77,786.38 for Police and $65,846.37 for Fire
• Approval of bids for demolitions at 1830 Cedar Street, 107 Clinton Street, 2441 Dewey Street, 3011 East Lynn Street, 906 Lafayette Street, 521 Morton Street, 2605 Walton Street, and 2203/2205 West 26th Street
• Approval of demolition for 1830 Cedar Street, 107 Clinton Street, 2441 Dewey Street, 3011 East Lynn Street, 906 Lafayette Street, 521 Morton Street, 2605 Walton Street, and 2203/2205 West 26th Street
• Rebidding of demolition at 428 West 4th Street
• Approval of new police department hires and vehicle transfers

The board approved the demolition of several properties and awarded contracts to Salty Dog Trash Trailers and Fredericks. The board also approved new police hires and processed department claims and vehicle transfers.

• Approved hiring police recruits Maurice Magee and London Trapp (2-0)
• Approved Police ($77,786.38) and Fire ($65,846.37) claims and combined payroll ($1,160,183.93) (3-0)
• Approved transfer of two Impalas to the Light and Power Department (2-0)
• Approved Steven Shroyer Excavation and Demolition as a contractor pending insurance certificate (3-0)
• Approved demolition of 107 Clinton St ($5,611.60 to Salty Dog), 2441 Dewey St ($6,183 to Salty Dog), and 1830 Cedar St ($5,866.25 to Salty Dog) (3-0)
• Approved demolition of 906 Lafayette St ($4,650 to Fredericks), 521 Morton St ($7,400 to Fredericks), and 2605 Walton St ($4,750 to Fredericks) (3-0)
• Tabled demolition of 3011 East Lynn St and 2203/2205 West 26th St until June 12, 2023 (3-0)
• Rejected Resue Demolition bid for 428 West 4th St and ordered re-bid for June 12, 2023 (3-0)

Board of Aviation Commissioners

The Anderson Board of Aviation Commissioners held a routine meeting, approving minutes and claims for April 2023. The airport manager reported a 34% drop in fuel sales, discussed the upcoming airshow, and noted a successful grand opening for Jeff Air Pilot Services. No old or new business was discussed, and the meeting adjourned after about 13 minutes.

• Approved claims totaling $49,657.76 for April 2023
• Fuel sales down 34%, with Jet A sales also down; fuel balance at $87,344.29
• Discussed 2023 Airshow poster and funding progress
• Reported Jeff Air Pilot Services Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting with Mayor and Chamber members
• USDA Highly Erodible Land determination to be investigated by engineer

The Board approved the minutes from the April 18, 2023 meeting and authorized claims for April 2023. The Airport Manager reported a 34% decrease in fuel sales and provided updates on the 2023 Airshow and the Jeff Air Pilot Services opening.

• Approved April 18, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved April 2023 claims totaling $49,657.76 (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works approved a contract for watermain materials and an HVAC maintenance agreement. The board also approved the meeting minutes from May 9, 2023, and processed published claims.

• Awarded Edgewater Park Watermain Material quote to Ferguson Waterworks for $86,027.82 (unanimous)
• Approved annual HVAC preventative maintenance contract with Resolvetech for $19,435.29 (unanimous)
• Approved published claims in the amount of $295,601.38
• Approved May 9, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Anderson Redevelopment Commission

The Anderson Redevelopment Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and invoices. The main items are opening and acting on bids for a mowing contract for ARC-owned properties, considering a resolution to capture incremental assessed valuation, and acting on a requested contract with Kennmar regarding 2810 Nichol Avenue.

• Bid opening for mowing contract – ARC owned properties
• Action on mowing contract – ARC owned properties
• ARC03-23 – Resolution Determining Need to Capture Incremental Assessed Valuation
• Action on requested contract with Kennmar regarding 2810 Nichol Avenue

The Commission approved a contract with KennMar to develop 2810 Nichol Avenue into a Needler’s grocery store and an ACE Hardware store. The project includes a $7.5M investment from the ARC and requires the stores to operate for 10 years. The Commission also approved over $2.1M in bills and an annual TIF valuation resolution.

• Approved agreement with KennMar for 2810 Nichol Avenue development (3-0, 2 abstaining)
• Approved bills totaling $2,152,172.88 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution ARC03-23 to capture 100% of incremental TIF assessed valuation (5-0)
• Approved March 28, 2023 minutes (5-0)
• Tabled decision on mowing, trimming, and vegetation spraying bids (5-0)

Anderson Redevelopment Commission

The Anderson Redevelopment Commission met in executive session on May 15, 2023, at 120 East 8th Street. The session was held solely to discuss strategy for a real property transaction under Indiana Code 5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(2). No final action was taken during this session.

• Executive session held to discuss strategy for a real property transaction

The commission met in an executive session to discuss strategy for a real property transaction. No final actions were taken during the meeting.

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will hold a public meeting to consider four resolutions recommending residential tax abatements for properties on Asbury Drive, Picea Blvd, and Waterfront Circle. The meeting includes roll call, approval of minutes from February 9, and new business items.

• Resolution EDC03-23: Residential tax abatement for Mustin Builders at 202 Asbury Drive
• Resolution EDC04-23: Residential tax abatement for Mustin Builders at 204 Asbury Drive
• Resolution EDC05-23: Residential tax abatement for Wilder Development Enterprises at 4712 Picea Blvd
• Resolution EDC06-23: Residential tax abatement for Rodrigo Rangel at 3130 Waterfront Circle

The Economic Development Commission approved four resolutions recommending residential tax abatements for single-family dwellings. These projects include three-year abatements for two Mustin Builders properties and one private residence, and a six-year abatement for an in-fill housing project.

• Approved February 9, 2023 minutes (5-0)
• Approved Resolution EDC 03-23: 3-year tax abatement for Mustin Builders at 202 Asbury Drive (5-0)
• Approved Resolution EDC 04-23: 3-year tax abatement for Mustin Builders at 204 Asbury Drive (5-0)
• Approved Resolution EDC 05-23: 6-year tax abatement for Wilder Development Enterprises at 4712 Picea Blvd (5-0)
• Approved Resolution EDC 06-23: 3-year tax abatement for Rodrigo Rangel at 3130 Waterfront Circle (5-0)

City Council

The Anderson City Council is holding its regular meeting with several ordinances up for introduction, including vacating an alley near W. 11th St., a zone map change for 2424 Arrow Ave, and designating economic development target areas for Mustin Builders, Wilder Development, and Rodrigo Rangel. A resolution sets a public hearing for SIRE Properties. The agenda also includes a communication from the economic development director.

• Ordinance 5-23: vacate alley adjacent to 219, 227, 233 W. 11th St.
• Ordinance 6-23: zone map change for 2424 Arrow Ave.
• Ordinance 7-23: amended ordinance to prevent street/sidewalk blockading with penalty.
• Ordinances 9-23, 10-23, 11-23: economic development target areas for Mustin Builders, Wilder Development, Rodrigo Rangel.
• Resolution 4-23: public hearing for SIRE Properties, LLC.

The Council adopted four ordinances granting tax abatements for single-family dwellings and residential properties. They also approved a zoning change for 2424 Arrow Ave and set a public hearing date for Sire Properties, LLC.

• Approved 3-year tax abatement for 202 Asbury Drive (7-0)
• Approved 3-year tax abatement for 204 Asbury Drive (7-0)
• Approved 6-year tax abatement for 4712 Picea Blvd (7-0)
• Approved 3-year tax abatement for 3130 Waterfront Circle (8-0)
• Passed first and second readings for zoning change from R2 to B2 at 2424 Arrow Ave (7-1)
• Adopted Resolution 4-23 to set public hearing for Sire Properties, LLC (8-0)
• Tabled Ordinance 5-23 regarding alley vacation near W. 11th St. until June (9-0)
• Tabled Ordinance 7-23 regarding trash can removal timelines and fines (8-0)

Park Board

The Anderson Park Board is meeting to approve the April minutes and hear the Business Administrator's report on April accounts payable, payroll, and financial totals. Superintendent Jama Donovan will also present the Parks and Recreation, Grandview, and maintenance report. No old or new business is listed.

• Approval of minutes from April 4, 2023
• April Accounts Payable Fund Totals
• April Payroll Fund Register Totals
• April Financial Total
• Parks and Recreation, Grandview & Maintenance Report

Board of Public Works

The Board approved a $75,010 professional services contract for a water distribution hydraulic model. It also set bid and quote dates for three infrastructure projects and approved over $5.3 million in claims.

• Approved $75,010 Professional Services Contract with CHA Consulting, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $5,370,600.68 in published claims (unanimous)
• Approved June 13, 2023 as bid date for Stanley Ditch Maintenance Project (unanimous)
• Approved June 6, 2023 as bid date for Community Crossings 2023 Resurfacing Project (unanimous)
• Approved May 16, 2023 as quote date for Edgewater Park Watermain Relocation Project (unanimous)
• Approved April 25, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Public Safety

The Board of Public Safety met to review financial claims totaling $1,160,028.71 and discuss new police hires. The agenda also included previously tabled emergency demolition requests for several properties.

• Financial claims totaling $1,160,028.71
• Police department claims of $37,534.21
• Fire department claims of $28,310.27
• Emergency demolitions for properties including 2728 Central Avenue and 212 Clifford Street
• Discussion of new police department hires

The Board approved the hiring of three new recruits for the Anderson Police Department. The Board also approved claims for the police and fire departments and combined payroll. Emergency demolitions were tabled until May 22, 2023.

• Hired police recruits Anthony Biddle, Zeke Bollinger, and Thomas Townsend (2-0)
• Approved Police department claims of $37,534.21 (3-0)
• Approved Fire department claims of $28,310.27 (2-0)
• Approved combined payroll of $1,094,184.23 (2-0)
• Tabled emergency demos until May 22, 2023 (2-0)
• Accepted minutes of the April 10, 2023 meeting (2-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on May 3, 2023, to consider six petitions. These include three special exceptions for automobile filling stations at 1406-1418 Jackson Street, southeast corner of Mounds Road and South Scatterfield Road, and southwest corner of East 38th Street and South Rangeline Road, along with related lot coverage variances. Also on the agenda are special exceptions and variances for a church addition and parking lot expansion at 3001 Mounds Road and an amended development plan for a church parking lot at 2300 Jackson Street. Two petitions (4-23/4A-23 and 7-23/7A-23) were continued from the April 5, 2023 meeting.

• Petition #4-23: Special exception for automobile filling station at 1406-1418 Jackson Street (continued from April 5)
• Petition #4A-23: Variance from lot coverage requirements at 1406-1418 Jackson Street (continued from April 5)
• Petition #7-23: Special exception for church addition and parking lot expansion at 3001 Mounds Road (continued from April 5)
• Petition #10-23: Special exception for automobile filling station at southeast corner of Mounds Road and South Scatterfield Road
• Petition #11-23: Special exception for automobile filling station at southwest corner of East 38th Street and South Rangeline Road

Plan Commission

The Anderson Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on two petitions: a zone map change for 2424 Arrow Avenue and a primary plat for a C-Store on Rangeline Road. The commission will also elect officers, make appointments, and receive updates on City Council actions.

• Petition #6-23: Zone map change from R-3 Residential to B-2 General Business at 2424 Arrow Avenue (former Lamplighter Bar)
• Petition #7-23: Primary plat for Rangeline Road C-Store at 3819 South Rangeline Road
• City Council approved zone map change for 1115 Alexandria Pike (R-2 to B-3) by 6-0 vote
• City Council approved zone map change for 120 West Vineyard Street (I-2 to B-2) by 6-0 vote

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works approved the minutes from the April 11, 2023 meeting. The Board also approved published claims totaling $9,463,152.58.

• Approved April 11, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved published claims in the amount of $9,463,152.58

Board of Public Safety

The Board is reviewing financial claims totaling $1,345,637.20 for police and fire services. The meeting also includes discussions regarding new hires and several emergency demolition projects.

• Police claims: $42,740.73
• Fire claims: $133,573.32
• Emergency Demolitions: 2728 Central Avenue, 212 Clifford Street, 1537 Cincinnati Avenue, 906 Lafayette Street, 1511 West 7th Street, and 422 West 22nd Street
• Emergency Demolition misc: 107 Clinton St

The Board approved the hiring of one police recruit and four fire recruits. The Board also approved claims for the police and fire departments and combined payroll. Emergency demolitions were tabled, but the Board authorized seeking bids for the demolition of 107 Clinton St.

• Approved hire of police recruit Richardo Camarena (2-0)
• Approved hire of fire recruits Payton Burmeister, Nicholas Squires, Alexander Rogers, and Isaac White (2-0)
• Accepted minutes from 3-27-23 and Special 3-31-23 meetings (2-0)
• Approved Police department claims of $42,740.73 (2-0)
• Approved Fire department claims of $133,573.32 (2-0)
• Approved combined payroll claims of $1,169,323.15 (2-0)
• Tabled emergency demolitions until May 8 meeting (2-0)
• Approved moving forward with bids for demolition of 107 Clinton St (2-0)

Board of Aviation Commissioners

The Anderson Board of Aviation Commissioners held a regular meeting, approving minutes and claims. They discussed the upcoming 2023 Airshow, including a planning meeting and a new sponsorship incentive, and received reports on fuel sales, airport operations, and new equipment.

• Approved claims for March 2023 totaling $60,713.94
• Fuel flowage report: 8% down for the month, fuel balance $56,946.22
• 2023 Airshow planning meeting scheduled for April 25 with Chesterfield Council and Pyrotechnics Company
• Jeff Air Pilot Services occupying Suite 201, grand opening May 5 at 4:30 pm
• New sponsorship incentive: banners for donations of $500 or more

The Board approved the February 21, 2023 meeting minutes and March 2023 claims. Members decided to pursue a banner sponsorship program for the 2023 Airshow for donations of $500 or more.

• Approved February 21, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved March 2023 claims totaling $60,713.94 (unanimous)
• Decided to pursue banner sponsorships for airshow donations of $500 or more

Anderson Redevelopment Commission

This meeting of the Anderson Redevelopment Commission was cancelled. The agenda had included a bid opening and action on a mowing contract for commission-owned properties, plus action on a contract with Kennmar regarding 2810 Nichol Avenue, but none of these items were acted on.

• Meeting cancelled
• Bid opening for mowing contract – ARC owned properties (not held)
• Action on mowing contract – ARC owned properties (not held)
• Action on requested contract with Kennmar regarding 2810 Nichol Avenue (not held)

Anderson Redevelopment Commission

The Anderson Redevelopment Commission is holding an executive session on April 13, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. at 120 East 8th Street, Anderson, Indiana. The closed session is to discuss strategy for a real property transaction, and no final action will be taken. The regular meeting is cancelled.

• Executive session to discuss real property transaction strategy
• Meeting location: 120 East 8th Street, Anderson, Indiana
• No final action to be taken at executive session

City Council

The Anderson Common Council is holding its regular meeting with several land-use items. Members will consider two ordinance readings that would change the zone map for properties at 1115 Alexandria Pike and 120 W. Vineyard, and will table an ordinance to vacate an alley near W. 11th St. The council will also hear a communication from the Paula Dalton Group regarding the Oakley vacate and a report from the economic development director.

• Ordinance 23-22: zone map change for 1115 Alexandria Pike (1st and 2nd readings)
• Ordinance 4-23: zone map change for 120 W. Vineyard (1st reading)
• Ordinance 5-23: vacating alley adjacent to 219, 227, and 233 W. 11th St. (tabled, no reading)
• Communication from Paula Dalton Group re: Oakley vacate
• Committee report re: code violations, updating ordinances, and amending fair share agreement

The Common Council adopted two ordinances to change the zoning maps for properties on Alexandria Pike and West Vineyard Street. One ordinance regarding the vacation of a public way remained tabled at the petitioner's request.

• Approved March 9, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 23-22 to rezone 1115 Alexandria Pike from R-2 FF to B-3 FF (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 4-23 to rezone 120 West Vineyard St. from I-2 to B-2 (6-0)
• Tabled Ordinance 5-23 regarding vacating a public way

Board of Public Works

The Board approved the final plat bond release for the Asbury Glen Subdivision. Additionally, the board approved published claims totaling $1,764,058.75.

• Approved Bond Release – Final Plat for Asbury Glen Subdivision (Unanimous)
• Approved published claims in the amount of $1,764,058.75
• Approved minutes from April 4, 2023 meeting (Unanimous)

Anderson Redevelopment Commission

The Anderson Redevelopment Commission is holding an executive session to discuss strategy for a real property transaction. No final action will be taken and no other topics will be discussed.

• Executive session on real property transaction strategy
• Meeting at 120 East 8th Street, Anderson, Indiana
• No final action expected

Anderson Redevelopment Commission

This meeting of the Anderson Redevelopment Commission was cancelled. No public business was conducted. The agenda had included a bid opening and action on a mowing contract for ARC-owned properties, and action on a contract with Kennmar regarding 2810 Nichol Avenue, but none of these items were addressed.

• Meeting cancelled April 11, 2023
• Scheduled bid opening for mowing contract – ARC owned properties
• Scheduled action on mowing contract – ARC owned properties
• Scheduled action on requested contract with Kennmar regarding 2810 Nichol Avenue

Board of Public Safety

The Board will review various financial claims totaling $2,246,146.99. The meeting also includes the consideration of bids for several properties located on Central Avenue, East Lynn Street, Fletcher Street, and West 16th Street.

• Police claims: $103,198.20
• Fire claims: $126,400.12
• Combined P/R claims: $2,016,548.67
• Bids for 2103 Central Avenue
• Bids for 2613 East Lynn Street, 1621 Fletcher Street, 1907 Fletcher Street, and 2127 West 16th Street

The Board approved claims for the Police and Fire departments and combined payroll. It also authorized an emergency demolition and accepted the lowest bids for the demolition of four additional properties.

• Approved Police department claims of $103,198.20 (3-0)
• Approved Fire department claims of $126,400.12 (3-0)
• Approved combined payroll claims of $2,016,548.67 (3-0)
• Approved emergency demolition for 521 Morton St (3-0)
• Approved Rescue Demolition bid of $12,800 for 2103 Central Ave (3-0)
• Approved Salty Dog bid of $12,061 for 2613 East Lynn (3-0)
• Approved Rescue Demolition bid of $11,200 for 1621 Fletcher St (3-0)
• Approved Fredericks bid of $11,800 for 1907 Fletcher St (3-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Anderson Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on eight petitions requesting special exceptions and variances for various properties. These include proposed automobile filling stations, a Chipotle restaurant, a church addition, and a bar/tavern. The board will also consider related variances for lot coverage and screening.

• Special Exception for Amended I-3 Planned Industrial Development, Nestle USA Inc., 4301 West 734 Street
• Special Exception for Automobile Filling Station, Surmukh Singh/KH Properties, 1406-1418 Jackson Street
• Special Exception for B-4 Community Shopping Center (Chipotle Mexican Grill), Scatterfield Road Associates, 5825 South Scatterfield Rd.
• Special Exception for Church Addition and Parking Lot Expansion, Hope Church Anderson, 3001 Mounds Road
• Special Exception for Bar/Tavern, Shane Butts et al., 1019 Meridian Street (Hole in the Wall Bar)

Board of Public Works

The Board approved the 2023 mowing contract and two chemical bids for water pollution control. The board also authorized the disposal of worthless information systems property and approved published claims.

• Approved Information Systems Worthless Property for recycling or disposal (unanimous)
• Awarded 2023 Mowing Contract to Select Lawn Services (unanimous)
• Awarded Sodium Bisulfite bid to Brentagg Mid-South for $89,100.00 (unanimous)
• Awarded Sodium Hypochlorite bid to Brentagg Mid-South for $260,100.00 (unanimous)
• Approved published claims in the amount of $3,785,716.77

Park Board

The Park Board will review the March financial reports, including accounts payable and payroll totals. The meeting also includes reports from the Parks and Recreation, Grandview, and Maintenance superintendents.

• Review of March Accounts Payable Fund Totals
• Review of March Payroll Fund Register Totals
• Review of March Financial Total
• Parks and Recreation, Grandview & Maintenance Report

Board of Public Safety

The Board of Public Safety will hold a public hearing to address a reported vicious animal complaint. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Public hearing for a vicious animal complaint

The Board of Public Safety held a hearing regarding a dog attack. The board decided that the animals involved are vicious and must be held at the Animal Protection League until April 9, 2023, when the owner must have a compliant pen structure ready at 16 W 17th St.

• Declared animals vicious and ordered they be held at Animal Protection League until 4-9-23 (2-0)
• Required owner to complete a pen structure at 16 W 17th St by 4-9-23 (2-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works awarded a parking lot contract to DC Construction and approved a resolution regarding federal award costs. Several bids for lawn services and chemicals were taken under advisement for further review. The board also approved $485,694.75 in published claims.

• Awarded $89,890 quote for City Hall and North lot to DC Construction (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 04-23 regarding Federal Awards allowable costs (unanimous)
• Approved Municipal Light & Power Information Systems worthless property (unanimous)
• Approved published claims in the amount of $485,694.75 (unanimous)
• Took $23,738 Select Lawn Services quote under advisement (unanimous)
• Took $89,100 Brenntag Mid South bid for Sodium Bisulfite under advisement (unanimous)
• Took $260,100 Brenntag Mid South bid for Sodium Hypochlorite under advisement (unanimous)
• Approved March 21, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Anderson Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on three primary plat petitions for new commercial subdivisions, including two proposed gas stations and an industrial facility. The commission will also receive updates on two zone map changes recently approved by the City Council.

• Primary Plat for GH & G Subdivision at southeast corner of Mounds Road and South Scatterfield Road (proposed WAWA Gas Station)
• Primary Plat for Singh Commercial Subdivision at northeast corner of West 53rd Street and South Madison Avenue (proposed gas station)
• Primary Plat for J. Jarvis Holding Commercial Subdivision in the 2900-3100 blocks of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard (proposed industrial facility)
• City Council approved zone map change for 1115 Alexandria Pike from R-2FF to B-3FF by 7-to-1 vote (Aqua Marine Boat Maintenance and Storage)
• City Council approved 1st reading for zone map change for 120 West Vineyard Street from I-2 Industrial to B-2 General Business by 6-to-2 vote (Big Head Industry, LLC, formerly Chesterfield Lumber Co.)

Anderson Redevelopment Commission

The Anderson Redevelopment Commission is meeting in executive session on March 28, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. at 120 East 8th Street, Anderson, Indiana. The session is held under Indiana Code to discuss strategy for negotiations with commercial prospects. No final action will be taken, and no other topics will be discussed.

• Executive session for commercial negotiation strategy
• No final action expected
• Meeting location: 120 East 8th Street, Anderson, Indiana

The commission met in an executive session to discuss strategy for negotiations with commercial prospects. No final actions were taken during this meeting.

Anderson Redevelopment Commission

The Anderson Redevelopment Commission will hold a public meeting to open bids for mowing and vegetation spraying of ARC-owned properties and for the Westside Grocery and Mixed-use Retail Development Project. They will also consider a resolution pledging TIF funds to the Westside project, take action on the bids, and vote on renewing the Bruce Land Farms contract. An executive session is scheduled to discuss negotiations with commercial prospects.

• Bid opening for mowing, trimming, and vegetation spraying of ARC-owned properties (RFQ #23.01)
• Bid opening for Westside Grocery and Mixed-use Retail Development Project
• Resolution ARC02-23 pledging TIF funds to Westside Grocery and Mixed-use Retail Development Project
• Action on bids for Westside project and mowing services
• Renewal of Bruce Land Farms, Inc. contract

The Commission approved pledging TIF funds for a development at 2810 Nichol Avenue featuring a Needler’s grocery store and an Ace Hardware. The ARC also authorized negotiations for a project development agreement with KennMar.

• Approved Resolution ARC02-23 pledging TIF funds to Westside Grocery and Mixed-use Retail Development Project (5-0)
• Authorized ARC President to negotiate project development agreement with KennMar (5-0)
• Approved bills totaling $4,368,457.36 (5-0)
• Approved renewal with Bruce Land Farms, Inc. for farming of ARC owned property (5-0)
• Approved February 22, 2023 minutes (5-0)
• Tabled bid opening for mowing, trimming and vegetation spraying of ARC owned properties

Board of Public Safety

The Board will review minutes from the March 13 meeting and process claims totaling $122,916.39. The agenda includes police firearm disposal, fire department staffing and equipment, and municipal development items.

• Claims totaling $122,916.39 ($65,274.97 for Police; $57,641.42 for Fire)
• Resolution No. 1-23: Authorization for Anderson Police Department to dispose or destroy firearms
• Fire Department new hires and ambulance purchase
• Municipal Development miscellaneous items

The Board approved a $321,432 ambulance purchase and the hiring of seven new firefighters. Members also authorized several emergency demolitions and approved police and fire department claims.

• Approved $321,432 ambulance purchase from Penn Care (3-0)
• Approved hiring of 7 new firefighters (3-0)
• Approved $5,600 demolition bid from Madco Excavating for 2314 Dewey (3-0)
• Approved $9,225 demolition bid from Rescue Demolition for 428 West 4th St (3-0)
• Approved demolition of 1621 Fletcher, 2103 Central Ave, 1907 Fletcher St, and 2127 West 16th St (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 1-23 to dispose of or destroy six firearms (3-0)
• Approved Police department claims of $65,274.97 (3-0)
• Approved Fire department claims of $57,641.42 (3-0)

Revolving Loan Fund Board

The Revolving Loan Fund Board is meeting in executive session to discuss financial matters related to its loan portfolio. The agenda contains no other items and is limited to this closed discussion.

• Executive session to discuss portfolio financials

Revolving Loan Fund Board

The Anderson Revolving Loan Fund Board is meeting to approve minutes, review the RLF plan, consider renewing a loan for KMG Home Health Care, and discuss an additional loan request from Awaken Spa. An executive session will precede the meeting to discuss portfolio financials.

• Approval of minutes from January 20, 2023
• RLF Plan Review
• Renewal of KMG Home Health Care loan
• Additional loan request from Awaken Spa

The Board unanimously adopted an amended Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Plan, which lowered the minimum loan amount to $10,000 and updated job creation and reporting requirements. The Board also approved a loan renewal for KMG Home Health Care and a new $75,000 loan for Awaken Spa.

• Approved meeting minutes from January 20, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved amended RLF Plan document including $10,000 minimum loan and updated reporting (Unanimous)
• Approved loan renewal for KMG Home Health Care at 6% interest for 3 years (Unanimous)
• Approved $75,000 loan for Awaken Spa with 10 year amortization and personal residence as security (Unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works awarded a contract for 2022-2 CCMG to DC Construction Services, Inc. and approved a series of published claims. The board also accepted the minutes from the March 14, 2023 meeting.

• Awarded 2022-2 CCMG to DC Construction Services, Inc. for $1,036,783.74 (Unanimous)
• Approved published claims in the amount of $7,481,487.51
• Approved March 14, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Board of Aviation Commissioners

The Board of Aviation Commissioners approved a lease change for Jeff Air Pilot Services and accepted office furniture from ATP USA in exchange for unpaid rent. The board also approved February 2023 claims totaling $60,520.02.

• Approved February 2023 claims of $60,520.02 (unanimous)
• Approved ATP USA request to leave $13,500 of furniture in lieu of $3,400 in rent (unanimous)
• Approved Jeff Air Pilot Services lease modification to occupy Suite 201 with rent increasing from $458.33 to $1,500.00 (unanimous)
• Approved February 21, 2023 meeting minutes

Board of Public Works

The Board approved the conveyance of a surplus vacant lot to Habitat for Humanity of Madison County. It also awarded emergency contractor rates and set bid dates for water pollution control chemicals.

• Approved Resolution 03-23 to donate Lot 6, Woodlawn Addn. (1825 Fairview Street) to Habitat for Humanity of Madison County (unanimous)
• Awarded Equipment & Labor Rates for Emergency Contractors to Chuck Johnson, Inc. and Watson’s Excavating, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved March 28, 2023 as the bid date for Sodium Bisulfite (unanimous)
• Approved March 28, 2023 as the bid date for Sodium Hypochlorite (unanimous)
• Took bids for CCMG-2022-2 Resurfacing Project under advisement for further review (unanimous)
• Approved published claims in the amount of $2,347,246.60
• Approved March 7, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Public Safety

The Board will review previous minutes and financial totals for the police and fire departments. Discussion includes a resolution regarding police firearm disposal and a grievance hearing involving Firefighters Local 1262.

• Resolution No. 1-23: Authorizing Anderson Police Department to dispose or destroy firearms
• Grievance hearing: Firefighters Local 1262 and Anderson Fire Department
• Demolition of 2314 Dewey Street
• Demolition of 2613 East Lynn Street
• Demolition of 1631 Fletcher Street and 428 West 4th Street

The Board approved the demolition of four properties and ruled that a former firefighter must repay $5,400 in paramedic tuition. A special meeting was scheduled for April 17 to review bids for two additional property clean-ups. The Board also approved police and fire department claims and payroll.

• Approved demolitions at 2314 Dewey St, 2613 East Lynn St, 1631 Fletcher, and 428 West 4th St (3-0)
• Ruled that former firefighter Chance Hensley owes $5,400 in tuition reimbursement, to be deducted from his $7,892.83 buyout (3-0)
• Scheduled special meeting for April 17 at 4:00 PM to review bids for clean-ups at 1608 Sherman St and 715 Prospect (3-0)
• Approved Police department claims of $100,169.40 (3-0)
• Approved Fire department claims of $76,938.94 (3-0)
• Approved combined payroll of $1,110,964.38 (3-0)
• Tabled resolution 1-23 (3-0)
• Approved minutes from 2-27-23 meeting (3-0)

City Council

The Anderson Common Council is meeting to consider three ordinances: two rezoning requests (1115 Alexandria Pike and 120 W. Vineyard) and one alley vacation adjacent to 219, 227, and 233 W. 11th St. The agenda also includes updates from Larry Shannon (Local 108) and the Director for Economic Development, plus approval of the February 9, 2023 minutes.

• Rezoning at 1115 Alexandria Pike (Ordinance 23-22)
• Rezoning at 120 W. Vineyard (Ordinance 4-23)
• Vacating alley adjacent to 219, 227, 233 W. 11th St. (Ordinance 5-23)
• Update from Larry Shannon, Local 108
• Economic Development Director Greg Winkler to address council

The Council passed the first and second readings for a rezoning request at 1115 Alexandria Pike and the first reading for a request at 120 West Vineyard St. A request to vacate an alley adjacent to West 117 Street was tabled until April.

• Approved February 9 minutes (7-0)
• Formed committee to investigate Local 108 union contract ratification
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 23-22 to rezone 1115 Alexandria Pike from R-2 FF to B-3 FF (7-1)
• Passed second reading of Ordinance 23-22 to rezone 1115 Alexandria Pike (7-1)
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 4-23 to rezone 120 West Vineyard St. from I-2 to B-2 (6-2)
• Tabled Ordinance 5-23 regarding vacation of an alley adjacent to 219, 227, and 233 West 117 Street until April (8-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works approved the conveyance of a surplus lot to Habitat for Humanity of Madison County. The board also authorized a change order for a well replacement project and approved over $1.5 million in claims.

• Approved Resolution 03-23 to donate Lot 6, Woodlawn Addn. (1825 Fairview Street) to Habitat for Humanity of Madison County (unanimous)
• Approved $27,280.00 Change Order #8 for the Well Replacement Project (unanimous)
• Approved $1,500,860.23 in published claims (unanimous)
• Approved disposal of Information Services Worthless Property (unanimous)
• Approved February 28, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Park Board

The Anderson Park Board is meeting to approve minutes, hear the Business Administrator's report on February finances, and receive a maintenance report. The only action item is approving quotes for the 'Mother Board' at Grandview under old business.

• Approval of minutes from February 7, 2023
• February Accounts Payable Fund Totals
• February Payroll Fund Register Totals
• February Financial Total
• Approval of quotes for the 'Mother Board' at Grandview

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Anderson Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on two variance requests by Scott and Dea Sanderson for a property at 1914 Lindberg Road. The requests seek exceptions to the maximum allowable size for a detached accessory building and to allow construction of a detached accessory building/barn in front of the rear wall of the principal structure. The board will also consider minutes from a previous meeting.

• Variance from maximum allowable size for detached accessory (Petition #2-23)
• Variance to build detached accessory building/barn in front of rear wall of house (Petition #2A-23)
• Property at 1914 Lindberg Road

Board of Public Works

The Board approved a Memorandum of Understanding for the Madison County Storm Water Quality Partnership. It also set quote dates for emergency contractor rates and annual mowing services. Finally, the board approved published claims totaling $2,784,773.18.

• Approved $2,784,773.18 in published claims
• Approved Madison County Storm Water Quality Partnership Memorandum of Understanding
• Approved March 14, 2023 quote date for Emergency Contractors Equipment and Labor Rates
• Approved March 28, 2023 quote date for annual mowing, hand trimming and herbicide application
• Approved February 21, 2023 meeting minutes

Plan Commission

The Anderson Plan Commission is meeting to conduct a public hearing on a request to rezone a property at 120 West Vinyard Street from industrial to general business. The commission will also elect officers, make appointments, and receive updates from the city council.

• Public hearing on Petition #2-23 (Ordinance #1-23) to rezone 120 West Vinyard Street from I-2 Industrial to B-2 General Business, submitted by James Grueser and Big Head Industries.
• Resolution #1-23 (Ordinance #4-23) amending the zoning code to add 'Outdoor Storage' and 'Outdoor Self-storage' as special exceptions, approved by City Council on 2-9-2023 by a 6-0 vote.
• Election of officers: President, Vice President, Secretary.
• Appointments to the Board of Zoning Appeals and Historical Commission.
• Approval of minutes from April 26, 2022.

Board of Public Safety

The Board will hold a public hearing and consider hiring one lateral firefighter and two new police officers. They will also approve minutes from two prior meetings and review claims totaling $2,110,183.71.

• New hire of lateral firefighter
• Two new police hires
• Approval of regular and executive session minutes from 2/13/23
• Claims totaling $2,110,183.71 (Police $867,960.87, Fire $154,991.38, Combined payroll $1,087,231.46)

Anderson Redevelopment Commission

The Anderson Redevelopment Commission will hold an executive session to discuss strategy regarding a real property transaction, followed by a public meeting. The public meeting includes roll call, approval of minutes, paying bills, and actions on a public offering sheet and a memorandum of understanding.

• Executive session for real property transaction strategy (Indiana Code 5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(2)(D))
• Action on request for issuance of public offering sheet
• Action on requested approval of memorandum of understanding
• Paying of bills

The Commission authorized a public offering sheet to attract a grocer for 2810 Nichol Avenue and approved a Memorandum of Understanding with Kennmar Development group. The Commission also approved over $1.6 million in bills, excluding two specific invoices pending verification.

• Approved January 10, 2023 minutes (5-0)
• Approved bills totaling $1,606,188.72, excluding Barnes and Thornburg invoices 305429 and 301468 (5-0)
• Approved issuance of public offering sheet for 2810 Nichol Avenue (5-0)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with Kennmar Development group with specific language amendments (5-0)

Anderson Redevelopment Commission

The Anderson Redevelopment Commission will hold an executive session to discuss strategy regarding a real property transaction, as permitted by Indiana Code. Following the closed session, a public meeting will address routine items including minutes, bill payments, a public offering sheet request, and a memorandum of understanding approval.

• Executive session on real property transaction strategy
• Approval of minutes from January 10, 2023
• Paying of bills
• Action on request for issuance of public offering sheet
• Action on requested approval of memorandum of understanding

The Commission authorized a public offering sheet to attract a grocer for 2810 Nichol Avenue and approved a Memorandum of Understanding with Kennmar Development group. The offering requires a purchase price of $500,000 and a 10-year commitment from an operator with 15 years of experience.

• Approved January 10, 2023 minutes (5-0)
• Approved bills totaling $1,606,188.72, excluding two Barnes and Thornburg invoices pending verification (5-0)
• Approved issuance of public offering sheet for 2810 Nichol Avenue (5-0)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with Kennmar Development group with specific language amendments (5-0)

Anderson Redevelopment Commission

The Commission authorized the issuance of a public offering sheet to attract a grocer for the former Marsh building. It also approved a Memorandum of Understanding with Kennmar Development group, subject to a binding purchase and development agreement.

• Approved January 10, 2023 minutes (5-0)
• Approved bills totaling $1,606,188.72, excluding two Barnes and Thornburg invoices pending verification (5-0)
• Approved issuance of public offering sheet for 2810 Nichol Avenue (5-0)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with Kennmar Development group with specific language modifications (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works approved a Tracker Filing for Light & Power that increases residential rates. It also authorized funding for the Anderson Impact Center and amended a pandemic-related housing assistance program. Additionally, the board approved over $7.5 million in claims.

• Approved Tracker Filing for April, May and June 2023, increasing average residential bills by $4.670 (unanimous)
• Approved $125,000.00 agreement with Anderson Impact Center, Inc. for outreach programs (unanimous)
• Approved amended CDBG-CV Urgent Need Housing Assistance Program increasing aid from $1,500.00 to up to $4,000.00 (unanimous)
• Approved published claims in the amount of $7,524,889.74 (unanimous)
• Approved February 14, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Aviation Commissioners

The Anderson Board of Aviation Commissioners approved a $53,360 property and casualty liability insurance policy for March 2023–March 2024, with the deductible rising from $5,000 to $25,000. They also approved extending the fuel supply contract with World Fuels and authorized the airport manager to sign a change order deducting $36,736.83 from the Terminal Rehab Apron project contract. The board discussed a potential aviation curriculum partnership with Anderson University, state funding talks with Representative Kyle Pierce, and the 2023 airshow costing $8,000, funded partly by donations.

• Approved $53,360 insurance policy with deductible increase to $25,000
• Extended fuel supply contract with World Fuels
• Authorized change order for $36,736.83 deduction on Terminal Rehab Apron project
• Discussed Anderson University aviation curriculum partnership
• 2023 airshow to cost $8,000, seeking donations

The Board of Aviation Commissioners approved a property and casualty liability insurance policy and extended the airport's fuel supply contract with World Fuels. The board also authorized a contract deduction for the Terminal Rehab Apron project.

• Approved January 2023 claims totaling $32,920.59
• Approved USI Property and Casualty Liability Insurance for $53,360.00
• Approved contract extension with World Fuels for fuel supply
• Authorized $36,736.83 deduction for Terminal Rehab Apron project change order
• Approved January 17th, 2023 meeting minutes

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works approved a three-year preventative maintenance contract for water pollution control generators. The board also set a bid date for a resurfacing project and approved published claims.

• Approved 3-year contract with MacAllister CAT for WPC generator maintenance for $93,062.00 (unanimous)
• Approved March 14, 2023 as the bid date for CCMG-2022-2 Resurfacing Project (unanimous)
• Approved published claims in the amount of $3,747,348.59
• Approved February 7, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Public Safety

The Board of Public Safety is meeting in executive session to receive information concerning alleged misconduct of an individual under its jurisdiction. No votes or public decisions are expected.

• Executive session under I.C. 5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(6) for alleged misconduct
• No public agenda items beyond the executive session

The Board of Public Safety met in a closed executive session to receive information concerning misconduct and discuss an individual's employment status. No other business was conducted.

Board of Public Safety

The Board of Public Safety will hold a public hearing, approve minutes, and consider $2,623,510.12 in total claims. The Police Department seeks approval for updated policies. The board will also affirm demolitions and accept bids for 2222 Fulton Street and 1508 Locust Street.

• Total claims of $2,623,510.12, including $142,341.33 for Police and $122,871.70 for Fire
• Police Department approval for updated policies
• Demolition affirmations and bid acceptance for 2222 Fulton Street and 1508 Locust Street

The Board placed Tyler Long on administrative leave without pay pending criminal charges. Members approved police policy updates, a new excavation contractor, and demolition contracts for two properties. Financial claims for police, fire, and payroll were also accepted.

• Placed Tyler Long on administrative leave without pay (2-0)
• Approved updated police department policies (2-0)
• Approved Kingston Excavating as a new contractor (2-0)
• Affirmed demolition of 1508 Locust St (2-0)
• Accepted $7,210 bid from Salty Dog for Fulton St demolition (2-0)
• Accepted $11,600 bid from Salty Dog for 1508 Locust St demolition (2-0)
• Approved Police department claims of $142,341.33 (2-0)
• Approved Fire department claims of $122,871.70 and combined payroll of $2,358,297.09 (2-0)

Economic Development Commission

The Anderson Economic Development Commission is holding its regular public meeting. The main item of new business is a resolution recommending a residential tax abatement for Donald and Andrea Renihan for a property at 2008 S. Layton Road. The meeting also includes election of officers and approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Resolution EDC0 2-23 recommending residential tax abatement for Donald and Andrea Renihan at 2008 S. Layton Road
• Election of officers
• Approval of minutes from January 12, 2023

The Economic Development Commission approved a six-year residential tax abatement for Donald and Andrea Renihan for in-fill housing. The project involves a single-family dwelling with estimated improvement costs of $345,000.00.

• Elected Lance Stephenson (President), Mikeal Vaughn (Vice President), and Mr. Reed (Secretary/Treasurer) (3-0)
• Approved January 12, 2023 minutes (3-0)
• Approved Resolution EDC 02-23 recommending residential tax abatement for Donald and Andrea Renihan at 2008 S. Layton Road (3-0)

City Council

The Anderson City Council will hold its regular meeting, including a vote on a zone map change for property at 1320 West 53rd St (Ordinance 39-22). They will also introduce ordinances on outdoor storage regulations and designating an economic development target area for Donald and Andrea Renihan. The agenda includes a communication from the economic development director and discussion of code violations.

• Ordinance 39-22: zone map change for 1320 West 53rd St
• Ordinance 1-23: amending outdoor storage special exception rules (Section 160.46)
• Ordinance 3-23: designating economic development target area for Donald and Andrea Renihan
• Communication from Greg Winkler, Economic Development Director
• Discussion of code/ordinance violations

The Common Council designated an economic development target area for a property on S. Layton Rd. Additionally, the council approved a zoning change from B5 to B1 and amended the code regarding outdoor storage as a special exception.

• Approved minutes from January 12, 2023 (9-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 3-23 designating an economic development target area for 4008 S. Layton Rd. (9-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 39-22 changing zoning from B5 to B1 (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 1-23 amending Section 160.48 regarding outdoor storage as a special exception (6-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works approved a three-year contract for water pollution control support services and authorized over $431,000 in claims. No bids were received for the Stanley Ditch Maintenance Project.

• Approved January 31, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved three-year contract with Kirby Risk for Rockwell Automation support services for $107,709.66 (unanimous)
• Approved published claims in the amount of $431,279.24

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider a request by Carpenter Co., Inc. and David L. Caveness for a special exception to amend a development plan for a B-8 Shopping Center at 241 South Scatterfield Rd. (Lot #14 in Payless 34 Street Centre Replat, former Popeye's Restaurant). The agenda also includes routine items such as roll call, election of officers, and approval of minutes from March 2, 2022.

• Special exception request for amended development plan at 241 South Scatterfield Rd.
• Public hearing scheduled for 4:30 PM in Common Council Chambers, Anderson City Hall
• Election of chairman and vice-chairman
• Approval of minutes from March 2, 2022

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works approved the minutes from the January 24, 2023 meeting. The Board also approved published claims totaling $2,832,242.10.

• Approved January 24, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved published claims in the amount of $2,832,242.10

Plan Commission

The Anderson Plan Commission is meeting to conduct a public hearing and consider a zoning code amendment that would add outdoor storage as a special exception. The agenda also includes routine items such as officer elections, appointments, and approval of past meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on Resolution #1-23 (Ordinance #1-23) to amend zoning code for outdoor storage as a special exception
• Election of officers (President, Vice President, Secretary)
• Appointments to Board of Zoning Appeals and Historical Commission
• Approval of minutes from February, March, April, and June 2022 meetings

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works approved a one-year professional services contract for safety training. The board also approved published claims totaling $1,281,232.39.

• Approved 1 Year Professional Services Contract with Safety & Environmental, LLC for $19,206.00 (unanimous)
• Approved published claims in the amount of $1,281,232.39
• Approved minutes from January 17, 2023 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Public Safety

The Board of Public Safety is holding an executive session to discuss alleged misconduct and job performance evaluations of individuals under its jurisdiction. No public votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is limited to the closed session and adjournment.

• Executive session under I.C. 5-14-1.5-6.1 for alleged misconduct and job performance evaluations

The Board of Public Safety met in executive session to receive information and discuss the employment status of an individual regarding misconduct. No other business was considered.

Board of Public Safety

The Board of Public Safety will hold a public hearing and consider approving a total of $1,791,931.82 in claims, including $197,602.14 for police and $401,208.02 for fire departments, plus $1,193,121.66 in combined payroll. They will also vote on a police vehicle trade and a new contractor approval.

The Board approved claims for the Police and Fire departments and combined payroll. Members also authorized the trade-in of nine 2015 patrol cars and approved Adam Rice as a new city contractor.

• Approved Police department claims of $197,602.14 (3-0)
• Approved Fire department claims of $401,208.02 (3-0)
• Approved combined payroll total of $1,193,121.66 (3-0)
• Approved trade-ins of nine 2015 patrol cars (3-0)
• Approved Adam Rice (ARP Plumbing) as a new contractor (3-0)

Revolving Loan Fund Board

The Anderson Revolving Loan Fund Board is meeting to approve minutes from January 10, 2023, and to consider changes to the Anderson RLF Plan. The agenda also includes miscellaneous items. No specific plan details or dollar amounts are listed.

• Approval of minutes from January 10, 2023
• Consideration of Anderson RLF Plan changes

The Board discussed updating the Revolving Loan Fund Plan following the defederalization of funds. Members reached a consensus to allow refinancing of unreasonable debt that improves cash flow and reduces risk, and to change rate adjustments to every three years instead of a two-year loan balloon.

• Approved January 10, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Reached consensus to permit refinancing of unreasonable debt if it significantly improves cash flow and reduces risk
• Reached consensus to require RLF Board approval before additional debt is incurred on refinancing loans
• Reached consensus to move to a rate adjustment every three years instead of a two-year loan balloon

Board of Aviation Commissioners

The Anderson Board of Aviation Commissioners approved routine items including December claims of $20,629.91, a vending machine proposal from Terminal Treats, and modifications to Suite 202. They also discussed efforts to reclassify the airport from local to regional, which could increase funding, and heard updates on potential flight school programs and a grant application for taxi-lane rehabilitation.

• Approved claims for December 2022 totaling $20,629.91
• Approved vending machine proposal from Terminal Treats, contingent on a 6-month term
• Approved modifications to Suite 202, including a doorway between Suites 202 and 203
• Discussed reclassifying airport from local to regional to increase funding opportunities
• Submitted grant application for T-hangar taxi-lane rehabilitation

The Board of Aviation Commissioners approved December claims and a proposal for vending machine services. Members also authorized modifications to Suite 202. The Airport Manager reported on efforts to change the airport's status from local to regional to increase funding.

• Approved December 2022 claims totaling $20,629.91 (unanimous)
• Approved modifications to Suite 202 including a doorway to Suite 203 (unanimous)
• Approved Terminal Treats vending machine proposal contingent on a 6 month term (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes from December 13, 2022 meeting

Board of Public Works

The Board approved published claims totaling $8,282,311.86. Additionally, the board set a bid date for a ditch maintenance project.

• Approved published claims in the amount of $8,282,311.86
• Approved February 7, 2023 as the bid date for the Stanley Ditch Maintenance Project
• Approved minutes from January 10, 2023 meeting

Economic Development Commission

The Anderson Economic Development Commission is holding a regular public meeting. The main item is a resolution recommending a residential tax abatement for Christopher and Amber Horner at 3206 Waterway Blvd. The commission will also review minutes from the September 8, 2022 meeting.

• Resolution EDC01-23 recommending residential tax abatement for Christopher and Amber Horner at 3206 Waterway Blvd.

The Economic Development Commission approved a resolution recommending a three-year residential tax abatement for Christopher and Amber Horner. The abatement applies to the construction of a single-family dwelling with estimated improvements of $721,278.00.

• Approved September 8, 2022 minutes (3-0)
• Approved Resolution EDC 01-23 recommending residential tax abatement for Christopher and Amber Horner at 3206 Waterway Blvd (3-0)

City Council

The Anderson Common Council will organize for 2023 by electing a president and president pro tempore. They will also consider overriding a veto of Ordinance 35-22, which would grant the council read-only access to the city's MUNIS financial system, and introduce several ordinances and resolutions, including a zone change at 1320 West 53rd St and economic development designations for Nestle USA.

• Election of Council President and President Pro Tempore for 2023
• Veto override consideration for Ordinance 35-22 (council read-only access to MUNIS financial system)
• Introduction of Ordinance 44-22 to amend councilmanic district boundaries
• Introduction of Ordinance 39-22 for a zone map change at 1320 West 53rd St
• Final confirmatory resolutions designating economic revitalization areas for Nestle USA

The Council adopted resolutions providing seven-year tax abatements for two Nestle USA projects and a three-year abatement for a single-family dwelling. The Council also updated city councilmanic districts and elected its 2023 leadership.

• Elected Rebecca Crumes as Council President (5-4)
• Nominated Councilman Stephenson as Council President Pro Tem by acclamation
• Failed to override veto of Ordinance 35-22 regarding Munis financial system access (5-4)
• Adopted amended Ordinance 44-22 establishing councilmanic districts (9-0)
• Passed first and second readings of Ordinance 39-22 to rezone 1320 West 53rd Street from B-S to B-1 (9-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2-23 for a 3-year tax abatement for a home at 3206 Waterway Blvd costing $721,278 (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2-23 for a 7-year tax abatement for Nestle USA IT and manufacturing equipment costing $400,500,000 (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution 3-23 for a 7-year tax abatement for Nestle USA facility expansion costing $60,000,000 (9-0)

Revolving Loan Fund Board

The Anderson Revolving Loan Fund Board will meet to approve minutes from January 5, 2023, and consider a new loan application from Awaken Spa, presented by JB Shelton. An executive session is scheduled beforehand to discuss portfolio financials. The meeting is routine, with no other substantive items listed.

• Approval of minutes from January 5, 2023
• New loan application from Awaken Spa (JB Shelton)
• Executive session at 9:00am on portfolio financials

The Board approved a $10,000 loan for working capital to JB Shelton's Awaken Spa. The loan includes a 90-day grace period before the first payment and a 5-year amortization with a 2-year balloon. The Board also accepted the minutes from January 5, 2023.

• Approved $10,000 loan for Awaken Spa working capital (unanimous, Bankable abstained)
• Approved January 5, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works approved a contract for Hanka Advisor, LLC to serve as the city's Washington representative. The board also approved over $1.3 million in published claims.

• Approved Agreement with Hanka Advisor, LLC for $72,000 (unanimous)
• Approved published claims in the amount of $1,350,983.07
• Approved January 3, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Revolving Loan Fund Board

The Revolving Loan Fund Board is meeting in executive session to discuss financial matters within its portfolio. The agenda contains no other items, and the session is closed to the public.

• Executive session to discuss portfolio financials
• Meeting at 9:00 AM EDT on January 10, 2023
• Location: Economic Development Conference Room, Room 105, City Building, 120 East 8th Street, Anderson, IN

Board of Public Safety

The Board of Public Safety will hold a public hearing and consider a new police department hire, a fire department monitor service agreement, and claims totaling $2,806,724.08. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from December 12, 2022, and miscellaneous items before adjournment.

• Police department new hire
• Fire department monitor service agreement
• Claims total $2,806,724.08 (Police $115,767.53, Fire $119,613.68, Combined payroll $2,571,342.87)
• Approval of minutes from 12-12-22

The Board of Public Safety approved the rehiring of officer Dillon Armstrong and a four-year maintenance contract for fire department heart monitors. The board also approved police and fire department claims and combined payroll.

• Approved hiring of officer Dillon Armstrong (3-0)
• Approved $66,188.47 four-year maintenance contract with Stryker for heart monitors (3-0)
• Approved Police department claims of $115,767.53 (3-0)
• Approved Fire department claims of $119,613.68 (3-0)
• Approved combined payroll total of $2,571,342.87 (3-0)
• Approved minutes from 12-12-22 (3-0)

Anderson Redevelopment Commission

The Anderson Redevelopment Commission is meeting to elect officers for 2023, approve legal counsel, and review minutes and invoices. The main business item is a proposed agreement among the City of Anderson, the Commission, and the Anderson Township Trustee regarding an exchange of properties. Mayor Thomas J. Broderick Jr. is scheduled to address the Commission.

• Election of President, Vice-President, and Secretary
• Approval of Legal Counsel for 2023
• Approval of minutes from December 13, 2022
• Agreement among City of Anderson, Redevelopment Commission, and Anderson Township Trustee relating to exchange of properties

The Commission approved Resolution 01-23 to facilitate a property exchange with the Anderson Township Trustee. The City will acquire the Madison Avenue facility for $1.7M and provide the Trustee with a property on East 10th Street plus $200,000 for improvements.

• Elected Richard Symmes as 2023 ARC President (3-2)
• Elected Danny McGhee as 2023 ARC Vice President (5-0)
• Elected Kenneth Davenport as 2023 ARC Secretary (3-2)
• Appointed Michael Austin as 2023 legal counsel (5-0)
• Approved December 13, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Approved invoices totaling $10,470.12 (5-0)
• Added Resolution 01-23 to the meeting agenda (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 01-23 regarding the exchange of properties (5-0)

Revolving Loan Fund Board

The Revolving Loan Fund Board is meeting in executive session to discuss financial matters within its portfolio. The meeting is scheduled for January 5, 2023, at 9:00 AM EDT in the Economic Development Conference Room. No public decisions or votes are expected, as the session is closed.

• Executive session to discuss portfolio financials
• Meeting location: Economic Development Conference Room, Room 105, City Building, 120 East 8th Street, Anderson, IN

Revolving Loan Fund Board

The Anderson Revolving Loan Fund Board is meeting to approve minutes from August 24, 2022, and to consider a new loan application from Awaken Spa, presented by JB Shelton. An executive session will be held beforehand to discuss portfolio financials. The agenda is otherwise brief, with only miscellaneous items listed.

• Approval of minutes from August 24, 2022
• New loan application from Awaken Spa (JB Shelton)
• Executive session at 9:00 am to discuss portfolio financials

The Board approved the minutes from the August 24, 2022 meeting. A new loan application for Awaken Spa, submitted by JB Shelton, was tabled for further consideration.

• Approved August 24, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled loan application for Awaken Spa/JB Shelton (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works approved an agreement to acquire three properties in exchange for one property and a cash payment. The board also approved the minutes from the previous meeting and a set of published claims.

• Approved Resolution 01-23 to acquire 2828 South Madison Avenue, 127 East 14th Street, and 1421 Central Avenue in exchange for 1420 East 10th Street and $1,900,000.00 (unanimous)
• Approved published claims in the amount of $8,446,896.69
• Approved December 20, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)