Crawfordsville public meetings in 2024

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works & Safety will vote on approval of minutes and weekly claims, review bids for the Masonic Cornerstone Project, and consider a 2025 agreement with the Animal Welfare League. A fund transfer within the Crawfordsville Fire Department is also on the agenda for discussion or decision.

• Approval of claims for the week of December 30, 2024
• Bids for the Masonic Cornerstone Project (Old Business)
• 2025 agreement between the City and the Animal Welfare League
• Category-to-category transfer for Crawfordsville Fire Department

The Board approved the bid for the Masonic Cornerstone Project, accepting the alternate bid from English Mechanical. They also approved the 2025 Animal Welfare League agreement and a fund transfer for the Fire Department. The meeting was otherwise routine.

• Approved minutes from December 18, 2024
• Approved claims from December 30, 2024
• Accepted English Mechanical bid for Masonic Cornerstone Project (alternate bid $202,130.33)
• Approved 2025 Animal Welfare League agreement ($150,000)
• Approved Fire Department fund transfers ($17,830.10 and $258.50)

Historic Preservation Commission

The City of Crawfordsville Historic Preservation Commission will not meet as scheduled on Wednesday, December 25, 2024. No agenda items were discussed or decided due to the cancellation.

Board of Aviation Commissioners

The Board of Aviation Commissioners is meeting to discuss 2025 terminal closures and meeting dates. The board will consider contract amendments for runway remarking and three resolutions to transfer funds between aviation accounts.

• Amendment 2 to contract with Hi-Lite Airfield Services, LLC for AIP-25 Runway Remarking
• Amendment 2 to Professional Service Agreement with Hanson Professional Services, Inc. for AIP-25 Runway Remarking
• Resolution 06-2024: Transfer funds from Fund 2520 and 2521 to Fund 2206 for part time salary & benefits
• Resolution 07-2024: Transfer monies from Fund 2206 300s to Fund 2206 400s
• Resolution 08-2024: Transfer funds from Fund 2206 to Fund 2402 for local match reimbursement

The Crawfordsville Board of Aviation Commissioners approved the 2025 proposed terminal closures and the 2025 regular meeting dates. They also approved two contract amendments: one with Hi-Lite Airfield Services, LLC (net decrease to $92,751.82) and one with Hanson Professional Services, Inc. (increase to $76,000.00). Three resolutions transferring funds for salaries, local match, and grant reimbursement were approved, along with the claims docket totaling $13,919.72.

• Approved 2025 proposed terminal closures (all ayes)
• Approved 2025 regular meeting dates (all ayes)
• Approved Amendment 2 to Hi-Lite Airfield Services contract, net decrease to $92,751.82 (all ayes)
• Approved Amendment 2 to Hanson Professional Services agreement, increase to $76,000.00 (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution 06-2024 transferring funds from hangar and aircraft rental to aviation for salaries (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution 07-2024 transferring $8,834.00 from electricity line to runway local match line (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution 08-2024 transferring funds from aviation to aviation grant for local match reimbursement (all ayes)
• Approved claims docket totaling $13,919.72 (all ayes)

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works & Safety will approve minutes and claims, then consider a request from CELP to add street lights at three Traction Road intersections. They will also discuss uncollectible accounts, transfer funds for the fire department, promote a firefighter, and receive bids for the Masonic Cornerstone Project.

• Approval of claims for the week of December 16, 2024
• CELP requesting approval to add street lights at Traction Road and Daugherty Lane, Traction Road and Crestwood Avenue, and Traction Road and Diamond Lane
• Kiley Cornelius, Utility Office, presenting 2024 uncollectible accounts
• Funds transfer for the Crawfordsville Fire Department
• Receive bids for the Masonic Cornerstone Project

The Board approved adding street lights at three Traction Road intersections, wrote off $1,964.18 in uncollectible utility accounts, transferred funds for the Fire Department, and approved Seth Nichols' promotion to Battalion Chief. Bids for the Masonic Cornerstone Project were taken under advisement.

• Approved street lights at Traction Road & Daugherty Lane, Crestwood Avenue, and Diamond Lane
• Approved $1,964.18 uncollectible utility accounts write-off
• Approved Fire Department fund transfer totaling $19,533.27
• Approved Seth Nichols' promotion to Battalion Chief effective Jan. 1, 2025
• Took Masonic Cornerstone Project bids under advisement

Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)

The Board of Zoning Appeals will review two variance requests regarding zoning ordinances. The board will discuss a use variance for an accessory structure and a development standard variance for a business addition.

• Use variance request for a shipping container at 502 Bluff Street
• Development standard variance for a convenience store addition at 453 E South Boulevard

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a development standard variance for an addition to an existing convenience store at 453 E South Boulevard, with conditions for building and fire code compliance. The board also approved the November 20, 2024 meeting minutes. A petition for 502 Bluff Street was withdrawn by the petitioner.

• Approved development standard variance for convenience store addition at 453 E South Blvd (5-0)
• Approved November 20, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Petition UV 0096 for 502 Bluff Street withdrawn by petitioner

Plan Commission (PC)

The Crawfordsville Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a request from Blue Peninsula Real Estate for primary and secondary subdivision plat approval for a commercial development at the northeast corner of SR 32 (Lebanon Road) and SR 47 (Englewood Drive). The meeting also includes approval of minutes from June 18, 2024, and an informational update from city administration.

• Primary and secondary subdivision plat approval for commercial development at northeast corner of SR 32 and SR 47 (Parcel No. 54-07-33-100-001.000-028)

The Crawfordsville Plan Commission approved a minor non-residential subdivision (petition SUB 0036) by Blue Peninsula Real Estate for a two-lot split at the northeast corner of State Road 32 and State Road 47. The approval includes both primary and secondary plat, with no public improvements required. The motion passed 7-0. The commission also approved the June 18, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Approved primary and secondary plat for SUB 0036 (7-0)
• Approved June 18, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will approve minutes and claims, discuss a tabled lease extension with PNC Bank, and consider a request to close Lane Avenue for a fire hydrant replacement. They will also review quotes for drainage work on Hamilton Street and consider surplus requests for a cabinet and utility trailer.

• Price Excavating requesting to close Lane Avenue for a fire hydrant replacement
• Review quotes for drainage work on Hamilton Street
• Crawfordsville Street Department requesting to surplus an old cabinet and a 5x8 utility trailer
• Lease extension agreement between City and PNC Bank (tabled)

The Board approved several routine items, including closing Lane Avenue for a fire hydrant replacement between Christmas and New Year's, allowing Anderson Partners to use four metered parking spaces on Main and Water Street for about two weeks, and accepting Price Excavating's quote for Hamilton Street drainage work. They also approved transferring a utility trailer to Park & Rec, surplusing an old cabinet, and transferring $10,000 from Council Legal Funds to City Legal Funds. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Lane Avenue closure for fire hydrant replacement (unanimous)
• Approved Anderson Partners use of 4 metered parking spaces for ~2 weeks (unanimous)
• Accepted Price Excavating quote for Hamilton Street drainage work, not to exceed $16,000 (unanimous)
• Approved surplus of old cabinet and transfer of 2012 5x6 Utility Trailer to Park & Rec (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 transfer from Council Legal Funds to City Legal Funds (unanimous)

City Council

The Crawfordsville City Council will hold second readings on ordinances authorizing economic development revenue bonds for the Ben Hur Project and a supplemental appropriation to the 2024 City General Fund. The council will also vote on resolutions approving 2025 budgets for several city departments, including Electric Light & Power, Street Department, Sanitation, Storm Water, and Waste Water. Additional actions include a first reading for a speed limit ordinance on Purple Heart Parkway Eastern Extension, approval of an intergovernmental agreement for fire/EMS services with Union Township, and grants for historic preservation downtown.

• Second reading of ordinance for Taxable Economic Development Revenue Bonds, Series 2024 (Ben Hur Project)
• Second reading of ordinance for additional appropriation to 2024 City General Fund
• Resolutions approving 2025 budgets for Electric Light & Power, Street Department Central Garage, Sanitation, Storm Water, and Waste Water
• Resolution approving First Amendment to Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement with Union Township for fire/EMS services
• First reading of ordinance establishing speed limit on Purple Heart Parkway Eastern Extension

The Crawfordsville Common Council unanimously approved several ordinances and resolutions, including the issuance of taxable economic development revenue bonds for the Ben Hur Project, an additional appropriation to the 2024 City General Fund, and the 2025 budgets for CEL&P, Street, Sanitation, Storm Water, and Waste Water departments. The council also approved an amendment to the fire protection agreement with Union Township, historic preservation grants, and established a speed limit on Purple Heart Parkway Eastern Extension.

• Approved Ordinance #25-2024 authorizing taxable economic development revenue bonds for Ben Hur Project (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance #26-2024 making additional appropriation to 2024 City General Fund (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #33-2024 approving CEL&P 2025 budget and salary worksheets (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #34-2024 approving Street Department Central Garage 2025 budget (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #35-2024 approving Sanitation Department 2025 budget (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #36-2024 approving Storm Water Department 2025 budget (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #37-2024 approving Waste Water Department 2025 budget (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance #27-2024 establishing speed limit on Purple Heart Parkway Eastern Extension (unanimous)

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works & Safety will review requests for street closures and a lease extension with PNC Bank. Members will also consider an amendment to the fire protection and emergency medical services agreement and the disposal of surplus police department items.

• Request to close Garfield Street for the 2024 Christmas Parade
• Request to close Concord Rd at Weaver Popcorn on Monday
• First Amendment to Interlocal Governmental Cooperation Agreement for Fire Protection and Emergency Medical Services
• Lease extension agreement with PNC Bank
• Surplus items from the Crawfordsville Police Department

The Board approved several routine items: closing Garfield Street for the Christmas Parade, closing Concord Rd for sewer installation, a one-year fire/EMS intergovernmental agreement, and surplus of police items. A lease extension with PNC was tabled. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from Nov 27, 2024
• Approved claims from Dec 2, 2024
• Approved Garfield Street closure for Christmas Parade
• Approved Concord Rd closure for sewer line installation
• Approved fire protection/EMS intergovernmental agreement
• Tabled lease extension with PNC
• Approved surplus of police department items

City Council

The City Council is meeting to consider the proposed 2025 budgets and salary worksheets for several municipal departments. The body will also review a fire protection agreement amendment and historic preservation grants.

• Proposed 2025 budgets for Electric Light & Power, Sanitation, Storm Water, and Waste Water departments
• Proposed 2025 Central Garage Budget for the Street Department
• First Amendment to Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement with Union Township and Montgomery County for Fire Protection and EMS
• Historic Preservation Downtown Exterior Rehabilitation Grants
• Ordinance establishing a speed limit on Purple Heart Parkway Eastern Extension

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works & Safety will discuss budget proposals for four city departments for 2025. The body will also consider a sidewalk blockage request and a GIS mapping agreement between the city and county.

• 2025 Wastewater, Storm Water, Sanitation, and Central Garage budgets
• Unsafe Building Order follow up for 117 E. Market Street
• Sidewalk blockage request for 220 E. Market Street
• Agreement amendment for the High School lift station
• City and county agreement for GIS Mapping Services

Historic Preservation Commission

The City of Crawfordsville Historic Preservation Commission will not meet as scheduled on November 27, 2024. The agenda consists of a meeting cancellation notice.

Board of Aviation Commissioners

The Board of Aviation Commissioners will consider approving a 5-year Capital Improvement Plan for 2025-2030, a resolution transferring funds from aircraft rental to fuel/oil and maintenance accounts, a pay request for wildlife fencing design, and renewal of a farm ground lease. Routine items include approval of minutes and audience requests.

• Consideration to approve the 2025-2030 5-year Capital Improvement Plan
• Consideration to approve Resolution 05-2024 transferring funds from Fund 2521 to Fund 2510 and Fund 2523
• Consideration to approve AIP-23 (Wildlife Fencing - Design) Pay Request 4 for $3,106.50
• Consideration to renew farm ground lease with Harlan Vaught & Paul Vaught

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board will hear requests to remove parking in front of Wabash College's temporary dining facility at 511 Milligan and to close Pike Street at Pike Place for the Winter Market on two dates. A task order for the Shelly Drain Project and a funds transfer are also on the agenda. Routine approval of minutes and claims will occur.

• Removal of parking in front of Wabash College Temporary Dining Facility at 511 Milligan, requested by Adriann Rhoades
• Closure of Pike Street at Pike Place for Winter Market on Dec 1 (9am-6pm) and Dec 21 (11am-8pm), requested by Fawn Johnson
• Funds transfer request
• Task Order #1 for the Shelly Drain Project
• Approval of claims for the week of November 18, 2024

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will review a Certificate of Appropriateness and two grant applications. These items concern specific properties located on East Market Street and East Main Street.

• Certificate of Appropriateness review for 117 E Market Street (Jon Oliver)
• Grant application review for 105-107 E Main Street (Dr. Michael Scheidler)
• Grant application review for 109 E Main Street (Dr. Michael Scheidler)

Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)

The Board of Zoning Appeals will review two variance requests for industrial properties. The board is deciding on the use of a shipping container and the height of silos.

• Use variance for a shipping container at 502 Bluff Street (Delbert Maxwell)
• Development standard variance for silo height at 2326 S US Highway 231 (Closure Systems International)

Plan Commission (PC)

The City of Crawfordsville Plan Commission will not meet on November 19, 2024 because there is no agenda. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 17, 2024.

Redevelopment Commission

The Crawfordsville Redevelopment Commission will hear the annual TIF presentation and consider resolutions to approve certain bonds and the 2025 TIF spending plan. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, claims, and financial reports, plus updates from the mayor and an economic development report.

• Annual TIF Presentation
• Consideration of a Resolution Approving Certain Bonds
• Consideration of a Resolution Approving the 2025 TIF Spending Plan
• Approval of minutes from October 15, 2024
• Economic Development Report from Cheryl Morphew

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works & Safety will vote on agreements with HWC for the Shelly Drain Project and INDOT for Wayfinding Signage. They will also consider a request from Price Excavating to use a utility easement along Wayne Court and a permit from the Crawfordsville Rotary Club to sell hot chocolate at the Downtown Christmas Parade. Routine approval of minutes and claims is also on the agenda.

• Price Excavating requesting utility easement use along Wayne Court
• Crawfordsville Rotary Club permission to sell hot chocolate at Dec 8 Downtown Christmas Parade
• Agreement between City and HWC for Shelly Drain Project
• Agreement between City and INDOT for Wayfinding Signage

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the appropriation of American Rescue Plan (ARP) funds. The body is also reviewing tax deduction applications for two businesses and the issuance of taxable economic development revenue bonds.

• Ordinance to appropriate funds from the ARP Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund
• First reading of an Ordinance to issue Taxable Economic Development Revenue Bonds, Series 2024 (Ben Hur Project)
• Tax deduction applications for Kroger Limited Partnership Il (dba Pace Dairy)
• Tax deduction applications for Midwest Bale Ties, Inc.
• First reading of an additional appropriation for the 2024 City General Fund

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works & Safety will consider resolutions regarding fats, oils, and grease management and lab sampling charges for industrial users. The board will also review an agreement with Plant Brothers Excavating.

• Resolution establishing Fats, Oils, and Grease Management Program requirements
• Resolution establishing POTW Lab Sampling Charges and Fees for Industrial Users
• Agreement between the City and Plant Brothers Excavating

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss the issuance of taxable economic development revenue bonds for the Ben Hur Project. The body will also consider tax deductions for two businesses and an additional appropriation for the 2024 City General Fund.

• Taxable Economic Development Revenue Bonds, Series 2024 (Ben Hur Project)
• Personal property tax deductions for Kroger Limited Partnership Il (dba Pace Dairy)
• Personal property tax deductions for Midwest Bale Ties, Inc.
• Additional appropriation for the 2024 City General Fund

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works & Safety will review requests for event permits and a temporary dumpster placement. The body is also considering moving a specific property into litigation for a nuisance violation.

• Litigation request for nuisance violation at 605 W Market
• Dumpster request for 914 W. Pike Street (Nov 1 - Nov 11)
• 2024 Christmas Parade requests (Dec 8)
• Downtown Party Night requests (Nov 30)

Board of Aviation Commissioners

The October 23, 2024 meeting of the Crawfordsville Board of Aviation Commissioners has been cancelled due to lack of agenda. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 20, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled due to no agenda items.

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works & Safety will approve minutes and weekly claims, discuss an unsafe building order at 117 E. Market Street, and review bids for the High School Lift Station. They will also consider the 2025 Fire Department Holiday Schedule. No decisions are final until voted on.

• Unsafe building order at 117 E. Market Street
• Discussion of bids for High School Lift Station
• Approval of 2025 Fire Department Holiday Schedule
• Approval of claims for the week of October 21, 2024

Historic Preservation Commission

The City of Crawfordsville Historic Preservation Commission will not hold its regular meetings on October 23, 2024 or November 27, 2024. Instead, a special session is scheduled for November 20, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Cancellation of October 23 and November 27 regular meetings
• Special session scheduled for November 20, 2024 at 5:00 p.m.

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board will approve minutes and claims, then discuss an unsafe building order at 117 E. Market Street, a parking request for Santa's sleigh, a dumpster placement, the 2025 holiday schedule, and several agreements including with Indigo Sports, Vialytics, and HWC Engineering for a corridor alignment study.

• Unsafe Building Order at 117 E. Market Street
• Request for two parking spots on Green Street for Santa's sleigh on December 21
• Dumpster placement at 108 W. Franklin Street for one week
• Agreement with Vialytics for road asset and maintenance management system
• Change Order #3 for Purple Heart Parkway

Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on three variance requests. One request seeks a development standard variance for a Buffalo Wild Wings at 1870 S US Highway 231. Another requests a use variance for a shipping container as accessory structure at 502 Bluff Street. A third requests a use variance to allow a food truck to operate beyond 60 days at 1301 Darlington Avenue.

• Development standard variance for Wingmen V dba Buffalo Wild Wings at 1870 S US Highway 231 (parcel 54-10-08-300-072.001-029)
• Use variance for Delbert Maxwell for shipping container as accessory structure at 502 Bluff Street (parcel 54-07-31-442-015.000-030)
• Use variance for Tacos La Guera c/o Elizabeth Fuentes for food truck operation beyond 60 days at 1301 Darlington Avenue (parcel 54-07-33-332-009.000-030)

Redevelopment Commission

The Crawfordsville Redevelopment Commission will vote on a list of claims totaling over $950,000, including a $815,579.17 payment to Plant Brothers Excavating and Construction. The board will also consider a quote from Crawfordsville Outdoor for a new business item, approve financial reports and minutes from September, and receive updates from the mayor and economic development director.

• Approval of claims including $815,579.17 to Plant Brothers Excavating and Construction
• $45,045.00 to Trane for services
• $19,084.00 to CCI Surety, Inc.
• $18,399.47 to VS Engineering
• Consideration of a quote from Crawfordsville Outdoor

Plan Commission (PC)

The City of Crawfordsville Plan Commission meeting scheduled for October 15, 2024, was cancelled due to a lack of an agenda.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on an additional appropriation for the General Fund, then conduct second readings of multiple ordinances including 2025 salaries for appointed officers and elected officials, appropriations and tax rates, and a measure for Crawfordsville Electric Light & Power to opt out of IURC jurisdiction. Declaratory resolutions for tax abatements for Midwest Bale Ties, Inc. and Kroger Limited Partnership II dba Pace Dairy are also on the agenda, along with an ARP fund appropriation and approval of the final amended ARP plan.

• Second reading of ordinance fixing 2025 salaries for appointed officers and employees
• Second reading of ordinance fixing 2025 salaries for mayor, clerk-treasurer, and council
• Second reading of ordinance for CEL&P to opt out of Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission jurisdiction
• Declaratory resolutions for tax abatement for Midwest Bale Ties, Inc. and Kroger Limited Partnership II dba Pace Dairy
• Ordinance to appropriate from ARP Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund for COVID-19 recovery purposes

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works & Safety will consider awarding a contract for the Shelley Drain Project to Price Excavating, following bids received in September. The meeting also includes several street closure requests for events and projects, an agreement with GreenCycle, and a reimbursement request from Weaver Hybrids. Claims and minutes from prior meetings will be approved.

• Agreement between City and Price Excavating for Shelley Drain project
• Kristen with Girl Scouts requests closing Pike Street at Pike Place on October 26, 3:30-6:30 pm
• Carter Schmidt, A&R Services, requests closing Milligan Street for 5 days for Wabash College temporary kitchen
• Chris Moore, Storm Water, requests closing 1000 block of Valley Drive on October 10, 8am-2pm
• Agreement between City and GreenCycle

City Council

The Crawfordsville City Council will vote on tax abatements for Midwest Bale Ties, Inc. and Kroger Limited Partnership II dba Pace Dairy, designating each as an economic revitalization area. The council will also consider an ordinance appropriating from the ARP Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund and a resolution approving the final amended American Rescue Plan. Other agenda items include traffic, parking, safety, annexation, and miscellaneous business.

• Declaratory resolution for tax abatement for Midwest Bale Ties, Inc.
• Declaratory resolution for tax abatement for Kroger Limited Partnership II dba Pace Dairy
• Ordinance appropriating from ARP Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund for COVID-19 recovery
• Resolution approving final amended American Rescue Plan
• Annexation item (no specifics listed)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Crawfordsville Historic Preservation Commission meets to discuss and potentially adopt Comprehensive Design Guidelines, receive updates on Downtown Districts progress and Rules of Procedure, and review a Certificate of Appropriateness. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, financial reports, and public comment.

• Review and adopt Comprehensive Design Guidelines
• Update on Downtown Districts progress
• Update on Rules of Procedure
• Certificate of Appropriateness Review

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works & Safety will discuss equipment procurement for the Fire Department and review street closure and parking requests. The meeting includes a review of bids for the Shelley Drain Project and a work order for 309 N. Washington Street.

• Ambulance quotes for Crawfordsville Fire Department
• Crawfordsville Fire Department EMS billing rate adjustments
• Open bids for the Shelley Drain Project
• Change order #2 for Purple Heart Parkway
• Agreement between the City and TRANE

Board of Aviation Commissioners

The Board of Aviation Commissioners will consider approval of the Airport Layout Plan, a resolution transferring funds from aircraft rental to fuel/oil and maintenance funds, and a $16,000 professional services agreement for snow removal equipment. The meeting also includes standard reports and approval of claims.

• Consideration to approve Airport Layout Plan
• Consideration to approve Resolution 01-2024 transferring funds from Fund 2521 (aircraft rental) to Fund 2510 (fuel/oil) and Fund 2523 (maintenance)
• Consideration to approve Professional Services Agreement for Acquire Snow Removal Equipment – Amendment #2 in the amount of $16,000.00 with Hanson Professional Services
• Approval of meeting minutes and claims docket

Board of Aviation Commissioners

The Board of Aviation Commissioners approved a 20-year Airport Layout Plan and a contract amendment for snow removal equipment. The board also authorized a fund transfer for aircraft maintenance and approved a claims docket.

• Approval of the 20-year Airport Layout Plan (narrative report and Airport Master Plan)
• Professional Services Agreement Amendment #2 with Hanson Professional Services for $16,000.00 for snow removal equipment
• Resolution 04-2024 transferring $734.92 from aircraft rental to fuel/oil and aircraft maintenance funds
• Approval of claims dockets totaling $29,555.52
• Report of projected local match savings of $53,750 over 2025 and 2026

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works & Safety will vote on three requests: a full closure of Pike Street at Pike Place for a church fall kickoff event, a lane closure on Wabash Avenue for tree removal, and a parking space rental for Tom Perkins. Routine approvals of minutes and claims also on the agenda.

• Whitesville Christian Church request to close Pike Street at Pike Place on Sept 29, 2-8 pm for a Fall Kick Off event
• Homestead Tree Experts request to close one lane on Wabash Avenue at 313 E. Wabash on Sept 20, 9 am-12 pm for tree removal
• Parking space rental request for Tom Perkins, space U-11 in the 100 block of S. Green Street
• Approval of minutes from September 11, 2024
• Approval of claims for week of September 16, 2024

Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on two development standard variance requests. One request seeks relief from fence and wall standards for a residential property at 1602 E Wabash Avenue. The other seeks relief from signage standards for an industrial property at 488 Concord Road. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and receive an informational update from city administration.

• Variance request (DSV 0139) from Ratcliff Homes for fence/wall standards at 1602 E Wabash Avenue in an R-3 zoning district
• Variance request (DSV 0140) from IRA Whiskey LLC for signage standards at 488 Concord Road in an I-1 industrial zoning district
• Approval of minutes from August 21, 2024 meeting
• Informational update from city administration

The Crawfordsville Board of Zoning Appeals approved two development standard variances on September 18, 2024. The first variance, for Ratcliff Homes at 1602 E Wabash Avenue, allows a fence exceeding the 3.5-foot height limit in an R-3 residential district. The second variance, for IRA Whiskey LLC at 488 Concord Road, permits additional signage in an I-1 industrial district. Both motions passed unanimously 4-0.

• Approved development standard variance for fence at 1602 E Wabash Avenue (4-0)
• Approved development standard variance for signage at 488 Concord Road (4-0)
• Approved minutes from August 21, 2024 (4-0)

Plan Commission (PC)

The September 17, 2024, Plan Commission meeting has been cancelled because there is no agenda to act on. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 15, 2024.

Redevelopment Commission

The Crawfordsville Redevelopment Commission is meeting to approve minutes, claims, and financial reports. Notable claims include a $1,040,211.67 payment to Price Excavating and $98,385 to KAH VI, LLC. The commission will also hear updates from Mayor Todd Barton and an economic development report from Cheryl Morphew.

• Approval of claims: Price Excavating $1,040,211.67
• Approval of claims: KAH VI, LLC $98,385.00
• Approval of claims: Banning Engineering $12,750.00
• Approval of claims: VS Engineering $20,682.00
• Approval of claims: Enviroforensics $7,800.00

The Crawfordsville Redevelopment Commission approved the August 20, 2024 meeting minutes and a list of claims totaling approximately $1.2 million, including a $1,040,211.67 payment to Price Excavating. Mayor Barton provided updates on economic development projects, including business retention visits, groundbreakings, and infrastructure work. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved August 20, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved claims totaling $1,211,487.54, including $1,040,211.67 to Price Excavating (3-0)

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works & Safety will vote on approval of meeting minutes and weekly claims. They will also consider multiple street closure requests for upcoming events, including closures on Pike Street, Franklin Street, and at Milligan Park. Additionally, code enforcement work orders for two properties are on the agenda.

• Deborah Kochert requests closing Pike Street at Pike Place on September 21 for Humans United for Equality
• Macy Simmons requests closing Pike Street at Pike Place on September 26 for Rock Out Recovery
• Sara Clapp requests street closures for Suicide Prevention Walk at Milligan Park on September 28
• Price Excavating requests closing Franklin Street from Elm to Water on September 12
• Code enforcement work orders for 1001-1007 Chapel Avenue and 614 South Washington Street

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved several street closure requests for upcoming events, including a Humans United for Equality event, a Rock Out Recovery event, a Suicide Prevention Walk, and Oktoberfest. It also approved work orders for property maintenance and reset an unsafe building order. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Pike Street closure at Pike Place for Humans United for Equality event on Sept 21
• Approved Pike Street closure at Pike Place for Rock Out Recovery event on Sept 26
• Approved street closures around Milligan Park for Suicide Prevention Walk on Sept 28
• Approved Franklin Street closure from Elm to Water for water valve replacement on Sept 17
• Approved Pike Street closure at Pike Place and barricades for Oktoberfest on Oct 5
• Approved work order to mow property at 1001-1007 Chapel Avenue
• Approved emergency work order for trash removal at 614 South Washington Street
• Approved reset of unsafe building order on 177 E. Market Street for 30 days

City Council

The Crawfordsville City Council will consider multiple ordinances, including a proposal for Crawfordsville Electric Light & Power to begin the process of opting out of Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission jurisdiction. The council will also vote on setting 2025 salaries for city officials and employees, as well as additional appropriations for the current fiscal year.

• Ordinance for CEL&P to opt out of IURC jurisdiction
• Ordinance fixing 2025 salaries for appointed officers and employees
• Ordinance fixing 2025 salaries for Mayor, Clerk-Treasurer, and Council
• Ordinance for appropriations and tax rates
• Additional appropriation for 2024 City General Fund

Board of Public Works & Safety

This meeting of the Board of Public Works & Safety will vote on minutes and claims, then consider several requests: a leaf vacuum purchase for the Street Department, a parking reservation for a Red Cross blood van, a street closure for Montgomery County Day of Service, and code enforcement work orders on two properties.

• Nicholson Elementary request for Bike & Hike on Sept 26
• Street Commissioner purchase request for Extreme Leaf Vac
• Parking spot reserved on Main St for Red Cross blood van on Sept 25
• Closure of Pike Street at Pike Place on Sept 25 for Day of Service
• Code enforcement work orders for 1000 E. Market St and 201 McCormick Dr

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved several routine items, including the purchase of a 2016 Extreme Leaf Vac for $15,000 from the town of Darlington, a rolling closure of W. Main Street for a school event, and street/parking closures for a blood drive and Day of Service. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved minutes from August 28, 2024
• Approved claims from September 2, 2024
• Approved rolling closure of W. Main Street on Sept 26 for Nicholson Elementary Bike & Hike
• Approved purchase of 2016 Extreme Leaf Vac for $15,000 from Darlington
• Approved parking spot reservation for Red Cross Blood Van on Sept 25
• Approved closure of Pike Street at Pike Place on Sept 25 for Day of Service
• Approved work orders for 1000 E. Market St and 201 McCormick Dr

City Council

The council is deciding on several fiscal ordinances, including setting 2025 salaries for city officers, employees, and elected officials, as well as appropriations and tax rates for 2025 and an additional 2024 appropriation. A resolution directs Crawfordsville Electric Light & Power (CEL&P) to begin steps to opt out of Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission jurisdiction.

• Ordinance fixing 2025 salaries for appointed officers and employees
• Ordinance fixing 2025 salaries for mayor, clerk-treasurer, and common council
• Ordinance for appropriations and tax rates for 2025
• Additional appropriation for 2024 from City General Fund
• Resolution for CEL&P to proceed with opting out of IURC jurisdiction

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works & Safety will review several requests for temporary street closures and a work order for code enforcement. Members will also consider a change order for the Purple Heart Parkway extension and a construction agreement involving Plant Brothers Excavating and Construction Co., LLC.

• Request to close Ridge Way Drive (1100-1110 block) on September 8
• Request to close Pike Street at Pike Place on September 14 and September 15
• Request to close Main Street on Halloween
• Change order for the Purple Heart Parkway extension
• Agreement with Plant Brothers Excavating and Construction Co., LLC and Clayton Properties Group, Inc.

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved a change order for the Purple Heart Parkway extension totaling $217,135.33, split between the City and County. They also approved agreements for sewer extension work at Buffalo Wild Wings and along 231/Purple Heart Parkway, plus several street closure requests and a refund.

• Approved minutes from August 21, 2024
• Approved claims from August 26, 2024
• Approved closure of Ridge Way Drive between 1100-1110 block on Sept 8, 3:30-7 pm
• Approved $195.55 refund to Estate of Cathryn Taylor, 6 W. Park Lane
• Approved Halloween Trick-or-Treat hours: Oct 31, 5-8 pm
• Approved closure of Main Street from Grant to Barr on Oct 31, 5-8 pm
• Approved closure of Pike Street at Pike Place on Sept 14, 2-9 pm for BBQ Contest
• Approved $217,135.33 change order for Purple Heart Parkway extension (split City/County)

Historic Preservation Commission

The City of Crawfordsville Historic Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for August 28, 2024, was cancelled due to a lack of an agenda.

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works & Safety will approve minutes and claims, review bids for a sanitary sewer extension, consider several street closure requests, and address code enforcement work orders. New business includes a financial consulting agreement and multiple street closures for events and construction.

• Discuss bids received for sanitary sewer extension at Buffalo Wild Wings facility
• Consider agreement for financial and accounting consultation services
• Review street closure requests: Pike Street for Praise at Pike (8/25) and BBQ contest (9/14), Walnut Street for memorial service (9/11), and Milligan Street for Wabash College (5-7 days, TBD)
• Code enforcement work orders for properties at 307 Meadow Avenue, 1008 East Elmore Street, and 1024 East Chestnut Street

The Board approved a $245,940 bid from Plant Brothers for the sanitary sewer extension at Buffalo Wild Wings for the Purple Heart Parkway extension. Several street and sidewalk closure requests were approved for local events and construction. An agreement with Larry Tippin, CPA for financial consultation services was also approved.

• Approved $245,940 sanitary sewer extension bid from Plant Brothers
• Approved Pike Street closure at Pike Place for Praise at Pike on Aug 25
• Approved Walnut Street closure for Memorial Service on Sept 11
• Approved Milligan Street closure from Crawford to Union for one week
• Approved sidewalk closure at 602 S. Green Street contingent on road paving
• Approved agreement with Larry Tippin, CPA at $75/hr not to exceed $11,250
• Approved mowing work orders for three properties

Board of Aviation Commissioners

The Crawfordsville Board of Aviation Commissioners will consider approving an insurance coverage and renter agreement for aircraft rental, closing the terminal for Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas, and rescheduling the October regular meeting. Public comments are limited to three minutes. The meeting also includes routine reports and approval of claims.

• Consideration to approve Notice of Insurance Coverage and Renter Agreement for Aircraft Rental
• Consideration for terminal closure on Labor Day (Sept 2), Thanksgiving (Nov 28–Dec 1), and Christmas (Dec 24–26)
• Consideration to move the October 16, 2024 regular meeting
• Approval of the claims docket

Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider four requests regarding zoning ordinance violations and exceptions. These include a home occupation appeal and requests from Wabash College for a dining complex and a new campus center.

• Administrative appeal by Jesse Melvin regarding a home occupation in an R-2 district (Parcel No. 54-10-05-112-069.000-030)
• Special exception request by Adriann Rhoades/Wabash College for a temporary dining complex in an R-3 district (Parcel No. 54-10-06-112-110.000-030)
• Development standard variance request by Adriann Rhoades/Wabash College for campus center height regulations in an R-3 district
• Special exception request by Heath S. Knuckles for a second single-family dwelling on one parcel in an R-1 district (Parcel No. 54-10-05-334-002.000-030)

Plan Commission (PC)

The City of Crawfordsville Plan Commission meeting scheduled for August 20, 2024, was cancelled due to a lack of an agenda.

Redevelopment Commission

The Crawfordsville Redevelopment Commission is meeting to approve financial reports and a list of claims. The body will also consider a lease agreement with West Central CTE Cooperative.

• Claim for Plant Brothers Excavating & Construction: $785,327.80
• Claim for AP Capital Partners: $250,000.00
• Claim for BNY Mellon: $173,500.00
• Claim for Indiana Destination Development Foundation: $50,000.00
• Proposed lease agreement with West Central CTE Cooperative

The Crawfordsville Redevelopment Commission approved a lease agreement with West Central CTE Cooperative to use about half of the Ivy Tech facility rent-free for a new Crawfordsville Career Academy. The commission also approved claims totaling over $1.2 million and acknowledged the financial report. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved lease agreement with West Central CTE Cooperative (4-0)
• Approved claims as submitted totaling $1,247,000+ (4-0)
• Approved June 18, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works & Safety is meeting to approve claims and review several service agreements. These include concrete work for the Fire Department and multiple projects on Wayne Avenue.

• Agreement with Craw-Con, Inc. for concrete aprons at Crawfordsville Fire Department
• Agreement with W Enterprises LLC for 512 Wayne Ave
• Agreement with W Enterprises LLC for vacant lot between 512 and 700 Wayne Avenue
• Agreement with W Enterprises LLC for 700 Wayne Ave
• Agreement with Dave Price Excavating, Inc.

City Council

The council will vote on two resolutions finding Historic Whitlock LP and W Enterprises in substantial compliance for tax abatement. They will also consider an ordinance prohibiting the feeding of wildlife and stray animals, which was tabled from the May 13 meeting. Additionally, the council will acknowledge receipt of monthly financial reports and approve minutes from July 8.

• Resolution for tax abatement compliance - Historic Whitlock LP
• Resolution for tax abatement compliance - W Enterprises
• Ordinance prohibiting feeding of wildlife and stray animals (tabled 5/13/24)
• Acknowledgment of monthly financial reports

The Crawfordsville Common Council approved two resolutions finding property owners in substantial compliance for tax abatement purposes, both unanimously. An ordinance prohibiting the feeding of wildlife and stray animals failed its first reading after being removed from the table. The meeting was brief and adjourned at 6:08 p.m.

• Approved Resolution #26-2024 for Historic Whitlock LP tax abatement compliance (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #27-2024 for W. Enterprises tax abatement compliance (unanimous)
• Removed wildlife feeding ordinance from table (motion passed)
• Failed first reading of ordinance prohibiting feeding wildlife and stray animals

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board will approve minutes and claims, then discuss a street closure request for an August 17 event, a dumpster placement at 103 N. Green Street, and quotes for fire-department concrete aprons. Code Enforcement Officer Barry Lewis also has work order requests for eight properties, including vacant lots and residential addresses.

• Request to close Green Street to Market Street on Aug 17 for Groovin on Green Street
• Request to place dumpster at 103 N. Green Street on Aug 13-14
• Receive quotes for replacing concrete aprons at Crawfordsville Fire Department
• Code enforcement work orders: 1208 East Main Street (Claude & Stacey Biggs Jr), 301-303 West North Street (Dan Malek), and six other properties

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved a $45,900 quote from Craw-Con for replacing concrete aprons at the fire department, choosing it over a $50,800 bid from Form It Up Concrete. They also approved street closures for Groovin' on Green Street, a dumpster placement, and mowing/trash removal on multiple properties. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved minutes from July 31, 2024
• Approved claims from August 5, 2024
• Approved Green Street closure from Pike to Main on Aug 17, 2-10 pm for Groovin' on Green Street
• Approved dumpster placement at 103 N. Green Street on Aug 13-14
• Approved $45,900 Craw-Con quote for fire department concrete aprons
• Approved mowing of 5 properties (DuBois Ave, Wilson Ave, E Main St, W North St, N Grant Ave)
• Approved mowing and trash removal of 4 properties (W Wabash Ave, W Franklin St, S Barr St)

City Council

The City Council will consider resolutions regarding tax abatement compliance for Historic Whitlock LP and W Enterprises. Other agenda sections for ordinances, traffic, and annexation contain no specific items.

• Tax abatement compliance resolution for Historic Whitlock LP
• Tax abatement compliance resolution for W Enterprises

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works & Safety will review bids for the demolition of 515 Wayne Avenue and a nearby vacant lot. The body will also consider several temporary street closure requests for local events and maintenance.

• Demolition bids for 515 Wayne Avenue and the vacant lot between 512 and 700 Wayne Avenue
• Jennison Street closure request for Wabash College Homecoming on September 14
• Wallace Avenue closure request for tree removal on August 7
• Dumpster placement request on Elston Avenue from August 23-26
• Mowing request for 1351 West Country Club Road

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works & Safety will vote on a resolution to join the AIM Medical Trust, along with approving claims and minutes. They will also open bids for demolition of 515 Wayne Avenue and a nearby lot, and consider a dumpster placement request at 709 Prospect Street. A sidewalk closure on Water Street at Ben Hur for about two months is requested.

• Resolution on city's participation in AIM Medical Trust
• Open bids for demolition of 515 Wayne Avenue and adjacent lot
• Dumpster request at 709 Prospect Street for one week starting July 26
• Sidewalk closure on Water Street at Ben Hur for approximately 2 months
• Utility refund of $140.80 for 1310 E Main St (Estate of Roger Hamilton)

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved the Community Crossings Paving bid from Grady Brothers for $904,464.49, the lowest of six bids. They also approved a dumpster placement, a utility refund, a sidewalk closure, participation in the AIM Medical Trust, and mowing requests. The demolition bid for 515 Wayne Avenue was taken under advisement.

• Approved Grady Brothers paving bid $904,464.49
• Approved dumpster at 709 Prospect Street for one week
• Approved $140.80 utility refund for 1310 E. Main Street
• Approved Water Street sidewalk closure at Ben Hur Building for ~2 months
• Approved resolution for AIM Medical Trust participation
• Took under advisement demolition bid for 515 Wayne Avenue ($12,220 from W Enterprises LLC)
• Approved mowing requests for 1000 E. Market Street and 201 McCormick Drive

Historic Preservation Commission

The Crawfordsville Historic Preservation Commission will meet to consider approval of June 2024 minutes and financial reports. Under old business, they will receive an update on a Certificate of Appropriateness for the Ben Hur project at 227 E Main Street, consider a resolution adopting rules of procedure, and discuss downtown historic districts. No new business items are listed.

• Update on Certificate of Appropriateness for Ben Hur project at 227 E Main Street
• Consideration of a Resolution Adopting Rules of Procedure
• Discussion of Downtown Historic Districts
• Approval of June 26, 2024 minutes
• Consideration of financial reports

Board of Aviation Commissioners

The Board of Aviation Commissioners is meeting to consider the approval of two budget resolutions for 2024. The board will also review a payment request for runway pavement marking and signage.

• Resolution 02-2024: 2024 Fund 2206 Budget
• Resolution 03-2024: 2024 Non-Reverting Budgets for Funds 2510, 2520, 2521, 2522, 2523
• AIP-25 (Runway 4/22 Pavement Marking and Signage) Pay Request 2 for $1,930.33

Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)

The Crawfordsville Board of Zoning Appeals will hear three variance requests: a use variance for a car dealership at 1006 Covington Street, a use variance for a grocery store at 605 W Market Street, and a development standard variance for signage at 1450 Darlington Avenue.

• Use variance (UV 0094) by Resurrection Auto Real Estate LLC for a car dealership in I-2 industrial district at 1006 Covington Street
• Use variance (UV 0095) by Adan Perez for a grocery store in R-2 residential district at 605 W Market Street
• Development standard variance (DSV 0137) by Good Oil Company for signage standards in B-3 business district at 1450 Darlington Avenue

Plan Commission (PC)

The City of Crawfordsville Plan Commission has cancelled its July 16, 2024 meeting because there is no agenda to consider. The next regularly scheduled meeting is August 20, 2024.

Redevelopment Commission

The City of Crawfordsville Redevelopment Commission will not meet on July 16, 2024 due to a lack of an agenda. The next regularly scheduled meeting is August 20, 2024.

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board will consider street closure requests for a Wabash College mobile kitchen project and a Back to School event on Pike Street. The agenda also includes sewer extension change orders and a bid opening.

• Street closures for Wabash College mobile kitchen and dining complex
• Pike Street closure at Pike Place on July 28 for Back to School Backpack Bash
• Agreement between the City and Winning Communities, Inc.
• Change order requests for US 231 sewer extension
• Community Crossings Bid Opening

City Council

The council will consider resolutions regarding real property tax deductions and tax abatement compliance for several entities. The agenda also includes ordinances concerning Sugar Creek Trail use and animal feeding rules.

• Tax deduction applications for Phil Ward, LLC and IRA Whiskey Company LLC
• Tax abatement compliance findings for IMPA, BD Fortunes, LLC, and others
• Second reading of ordinance amending Sugar Creek Trail use regulations
• Ordinance prohibiting the feeding of wildlife and stray animals

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board will consider several requests for street closures and dumpster placements. It will also review agreements regarding communication services and a lift station for Milligan Park restrooms.

• Agreement with Price Excavating for a Milligan Park restroom lift station
• Street closure of Green Street from Pike to Main on July 20th
• Request to place a dumpster at 1418 W. Main Street
• Street closure of Pike Street at Pike Place on July 27th
• Agreement with Kurtis Broadstreet for communication services

City Council

The meeting focuses on fiscal affairs regarding tax abatements and deductions. Several resolutions will be considered to find substantial compliance for various property owners. Applications for real property tax deductions in an economic revitalization area are also scheduled for consideration.

• Tax abatement resolutions for IMPA, CSI, and CSI Technology
• Tax abatement resolutions for Solar Array 2/3/4 and BD Fortunes, LLC
• Tax abatement resolutions for American Innovation and Second Phase Leasing
• Real property tax deduction application for Phil Ward, LLC
• Real property tax deduction application for IRA Whiskey Company LLC

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board will hold a public hearing regarding an unsafe building order for 117 E Market Street. The meeting also includes requests for lane restrictions on Wabash Avenue and a street closure on Main Street.

• Public hearing on unsafe building at 117 E Market Street
• Lane restriction request for the 1600 block of Wabash Avenue
• Street closure request for 123 E. Main Street
• Purchase request for a skid loader by the Street Department
• Review of open quotes for sidewalk construction

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for masonry cleaning, repair, and tuck-pointing at 221 S Washington Street as part of a DHPA – HPF grant. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding rules of procedure.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for masonry work at 221 S Washington Street
• Discussion of Rules of Procedure
• Review of May 22, 2024 minutes

Plan Commission (PC)

The Plan Commission will consider a request to rezone the property at 1200 W Market Street from residential (R-1) to business (B-3). The meeting also includes the presentation of minutes from April 16, 2024, and an informational update from City Administration.

• Rezoning request (RZ 0024) for 1200 W Market Street from R-1 to B-3
• Presentation of April 16, 2024, meeting minutes
• Informational update by City Administration

Redevelopment Commission

The Crawfordsville Redevelopment Commission is meeting to review several business items. The agenda includes considering a lease agreement with Ivy Tech Community College and a real estate purchase agreement with Phil Ward, LLC.

• Lease agreement between the Commission and Ivy Tech Community College
• Real Estate Purchase Agreement with Phil Ward, LLC

Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)

The Board of Zoning Appeals will review requests for property use changes. These include proposals for a residence at 1510 Lafayette Road and mixed-use development at 308-312 N Green Street.

• Use variance request for a residence at 1510 Lafayette Road
• Development standard variance for floor area requirements at 1510 Lafayette Road
• Use variance request for a carpet store and apartments at 308-312 N Green Street

Board of Aviation Commissioners

The Board of Aviation Commissioners will consider a pay request for Runway 4/22 pavement marking and signage. The meeting also includes reports from the Airport Manager, Legal Counsel, Clerk-Treasurer, and Engineering.

• Pay Request 1 for AIP-25 (Runway 4/22 Pavement Marking and Signage) in the amount of $131,961.84
• Approval of meeting minutes
• Approval of claims docket

Board of Aviation Commissioners

The Board approved a payment for Runway 4/22 pavement marking and signage work. The Airport Manager also provided updates on the 2025 budget and upcoming snow removal equipment bids.

• Approved $131,961.84 pay request for Runway 4/22 pavement marking and signage
• Approved claims docket totaling $8,767.68
• Update on AIP-24 snow removal equipment rebid expected July 30
• Report that rental aircraft engine is undergoing overhaul until late September

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board will consider multiple requests to close portions of Pike Street, Green Street, Park Avenue, and the 200 block of S. Grace for events and culvert repairs. The agenda also includes a review of the Revised Stormwater Drainage Manual and code enforcement work orders.

• Street closure requests for Pike Street, Green Street, Park Ave., and S. Grace
• Review of the Revised Stormwater Drainage Manual
• Code enforcement work orders at 310 Canby Avenue and 407 Greenacres Drive
• Approval of weekly claims and June 5 minutes

City Council

The City Council will consider multiple resolutions regarding property tax deductions and abatements for various businesses. The meeting also includes reviews of city salary ordinances, trail use regulations, and parking restrictions.

• Tax abatement resolutions for Penguin Random House, LLC, International Paper, and Kroger Pace Dairy
• New tax abatement designations for Phil Ward, LLC and IRA Whiskey Company LLC
• Second reading of an ordinance amending the city salary ordinance
• First reading of updated rules for Sugar Creek Trail use
• Ordinance prohibiting parking on the south side of Constitution Row

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board will consider street closure requests for Lincoln Street and Pike Street. The meeting also includes a change order request for the Milligan Park Parking Lot and code enforcement work orders for several properties.

• Lincoln Street closure request for sewer line installation by Price Excavating
• Pike Street closure request at Pike Place for June 8 from 2-10 pm
• Change order request for Milligan Park Parking Lot
• Code enforcement work orders for seven properties

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions regarding tax abatements and economic revitalization areas for various companies. The council will also review an ordinance amending rules for Sugar Creek Trail use.

• Tax abatement resolutions for Penguin Random House, International Paper, and Kroger Pace Dairy
• ERA designation and tax abatement for Phil Ward, LLC
• ERA designation and tax abatement for IRA Whiskey Company LLC
• Ordinance amending Sugar Creek Trail use regulations

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works & Safety will consider approving minutes and weekly claims, and discuss bids for demolishing properties at 512 and 700 Wayne Avenue. New business includes an agreement with the Arts Council of Indianapolis, contract addendums for Lincoln and Brickyard Parks, and code enforcement work orders for three properties.

• Demolition bids for 512 & 700 Wayne Avenue
• Agreement with Arts Council of Indianapolis
• Contract addendums for Lincoln and Brickyard Parks
• Code enforcement work orders: 201 McCormick Drive, 406 South Walnut Street, 313 North Grant Avenue

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will receive updates regarding the status of Comprehensive Design Guidelines and Downtown Historic Districts. The agenda also includes a discussion of Rules of Procedure.

• Update on the status of Comprehensive Design Guidelines
• Update on Downtown Historic Districts
• Discussion of Rules of Procedure

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works & Safety will review and vote on routine items including meeting minutes and claims. They will discuss bids for demolishing 512 and 700 Wayne Avenue, and consider several requests such as street closures, a 5K route, and economic development agreements. The board will also act on contracts, a variance request, and code enforcement mowing orders.

• Demolition bids for 512 & 700 Wayne Avenue
• Street closure request for W. Main Street at 1015 W. Main Street on June 8
• Route approval for Boys & Girls Club 5K on July 6
• Economic Development Agreements with Weaver Hybrids and Phil Ward, LLC
• Change order for Pedestrian Safety Project on Wabash Ave

Redevelopment Commission

The Redevelopment Commission will review economic development agreements for Phil Ward LLC, Weaver Hybrids, and IRA Whiskey Company LLC. The agenda also includes property transfer bids in the Crawfordsville Commerce Park and annual assessments of excess values in several economic development areas.

• Property transfer bids for Crawfordsville Commerce Park
• Economic Development Agreement with Phil Ward LLC
• Tax abatement recommendation for Phil Ward LLC
• Purchase agreement and economic development agreement with Weaver Hybrids
• Tax abatement recommendation for IRA Whiskey Company LLC

Plan Commission (PC)

The Crawfordsville Plan Commission will not meet on May 21, 2024, because there is no agenda. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 18, 2024.

• May 21, 2024 meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: June 18, 2024

Board of Aviation Commissioners

The Board of Aviation Commissioners will meet to review a payment request for airport fencing design and a conflict of interest statement. The meeting also includes standard reports from the airport manager, legal counsel, and clerk-treasurer.

• Payment request 3 for AIP-23 (Wildlife Fencing - Design) in the amount of $7,535.66
• Uniform Conflict of Interest Disclosure Statement for Dustin Starlin

Board of Aviation Commissioners

The Board of Aviation Commissioners approved a pay request for wildlife fencing design and a claims docket. The board also accepted a conflict of interest disclosure statement for Dustin Starlin.

• Approved Pay Request 3 for AIP-23 Wildlife Fencing - Design in the amount of $7,535.66
• Approved claims dockets totaling $6,383.59
• Accepted Uniform Conflict of Interest Disclosure Statement for Dustin Starlin
• Reported that AIP-25 Runway Remarking and Renumbering grant has been released by FAA and INDOT

Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)

The Crawfordsville Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public meeting to consider three requests: a special exception for a multi-family dwelling, two variances for a single-family home, and a special exception for a home-based lawn care business. The board will also review minutes from the previous meeting and receive an informational update from city administration.

• Special exception (SE 0064) for multi-family dwelling at 503 E College Street in R-2 district
• Variances (DSV 0134 & DSV 0135) for 6,600 sq ft lot and 704 sq ft home at 207 Woodlawn Place
• Special exception (SE 0065) for lawn care home occupation at 709 Prospect Street in R-1 district

City Council

The Crawfordsville City Council is holding a regular meeting with public hearings and multiple ordinance readings. Key actions include second readings to re-establish the Cumulative Capital Development Fund and Cumulative Fire Fund, a first reading of a salary ordinance amendment, and a declaratory resolution for a tax abatement for Penguin Random House LLC. The council will also consider ordinances on groundwater wells, wildlife feeding, parking restrictions, and a property annexation.

• Second reading: Ordinance re-establishing Cumulative Capital Development Fund (IC § 36-9-15.5)
• Second reading: Ordinance re-establishing Cumulative Fire Fund (IC § 36-8-14)
• Declaratory Resolution: Economic Revitalization Area and tax abatement for Penguin Random House LLC
• First reading: Ordinance prohibiting feeding of wildlife and stray animals
• Second reading: Annexation of 4.34 acres at 801 South State Road 47

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works & Safety will vote on minutes and claims, then consider several street closure requests, including for a farmer's market and a Hive Reality event. They will also open bids for demolishing two properties and review multiple mowing work orders for city properties.

• Close Pike Street at Pike Place for Hive Reality event on June 1, 2-10 pm
• Close Pike Street at Pike Place for 2024 Farmer's Market
• Close Wabash from Grant Avenue to College Street on May 10 for 15 minutes
• Open bids for demolition of 512 & 700 Wayne Avenue
• Mowing work orders for properties including 500 Tinsley Avenue, 1000 E. Market Street, and others

City Council

The Crawfordsville City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances, including an amendment to the salary ordinance for appointed officers and employees, a tax abatement for Penguin Random House LLC, a ban on feeding wildlife and stray animals, and a parking restriction on Constitution Row. These are all items up for discussion and potential decision at this meeting.

• Ordinance amending the salary ordinance for appointed officers and employees
• Declaratory resolution designating an Economic Revitalization Area and approving tax abatement for Penguin Random House LLC
• Ordinance prohibiting the feeding of wildlife and stray animals within the city
• Ordinance prohibiting parking on the south side of Constitution Row

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety is meeting to approve minutes and claims, hold a public hearing on disposing of property at 508 John Street, and consider bids for the 231 water extension. They will also discuss a sidewalk replacement program, demolition quotes, and mowing work orders.

• Public hearing on surplus/disposal of parcel #54-10-05-112-129.000-303, 508 John Street
• Consider bids for 231 water extension and resolution for bid award
• Work order agreement between City and DES
• Resolution approving Crawfordsville Sidewalk Replacement Program
• Quotes for demolition at 1201 E. Elmore Street

Historic Preservation Commission

The Crawfordsville Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to consider minutes, financial reports, and discuss potential districts for local designation and rules of procedure. The agenda also includes an update on 122-124 W Main Street and public comment. No final decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of potential districts for local designation
• Discussion of rules of procedure
• Update on 122-124 W Main Street
• Consideration of minutes from March 20, 2024
• Consideration of financial reports

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works & Safety will review routine approvals, then hear requests for street closures for festivals, consider surplus equipment and a vehicle purchase, open bids for a water extension, and vote on property purchase agreements. Code enforcement work orders for several properties are also on the agenda.

• Request to close Pike Street at Pike Place on June 22 for Pride Festival
• Quote from Tom's Marine for a 2024 Polaris for the Crawfordsville Fire Department
• Open bids for the 231 water extension
• Purchase agreements with Christine Demoret & Carri Carrell, and Marla McDaniel c/o Carl & Mary Eades
• Code enforcement work orders for properties on Wayne Ave, W. Market St, W. North St, and N. Grant Ave

Board of Aviation Commissioners

The Board of Aviation Commissioners is meeting to discuss terminal closures for upcoming holidays. The board is also considering amendments to the AIP-25 Runway Remarking and Renumbering scope of work and contracts.

• Proposed terminal closures on May 27, June 16, and July 4
• Amendments to AIP-25 Runway Remarking and Renumbering scope of work and contracts

Board of Aviation Commissioners

The Board of Aviation Commissioners approved changes to the AIP-25 Runway Remarking and Renumbering project contracts and set holiday terminal closures. The board also reviewed fuel sales and the status of FAA grants for snow removal equipment and the Master Plan Update.

• Approved increasing Hanson Professional Services Inc. contract from $30,000 to $60,000
• Approved decreasing Hi-Lite Airfield Services, LLC contract from $99,776.96 to $90,024.90
• Approved $6,568.76 for new runway signs and installation
• Approved terminal closures for May 27, June 16, and July 4
• Approved claims dockets totaling $35,210.63

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works & Safety is meeting to approve minutes and weekly claims, and to consider several items of new business. These include a request to close Pike Street for a HUE event, utility account refunds, an agreement with an engineering firm for a grant application, and a land donation to the city.

• Request to close Pike Street at Pike Place on May 18, 1-4 pm for a HUE event
• Utility refunds for two accounts
• Agreement with Christopher Burke Engineering for BRIC Grant Application assistance
• Crawfordsville Land Donation

Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)

The Crawfordsville Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public meeting on April 17, 2024, to consider three zoning requests: a development standard variance for an outdoor dining deck, a use variance for a food truck, and a special exception for a home-based tax service. The board will also review minutes from its February 21, 2024 meeting and receive an informational update from city administration.

• Development standard variance (DSV 0133) by R-N-D Investments, LLC for an outdoor dining deck at 211 N Walnut Street, closer to front property line than allowed in B-3 district
• Use variance (UV 0091) by Antonio Moreno Garcia to operate a food truck as a second business in I-1 industrial district at 224 N Washington Street
• Special exception (SE 0063) by Melissa Kiger to operate a tax service business as a home occupation in R-1 residential district at 308 Wayne Avenue
• Approval of minutes from February 21, 2024 meeting
• Next regular meeting scheduled for May 15, 2024 at 7:00 PM

Redevelopment Commission

The meeting consists of routine administrative items, including the approval of minutes and financial reports. The Commission will also acknowledge receipt of the DLGF TIF Management Report.

• Approval of March 19, 2024 minutes
• Acknowledgement of DLGF TIF Management Report receipt
• Economic Development Report from Cheryl Morphew
• Update from Mayor Todd Barton

Plan Commission (PC)

The Crawfordsville Plan Commission is meeting to consider a request for approval of an amended plat for a previously approved non-residential minor subdivision at the southeast corner of US Highway 136 and Cloverdale Drive. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the March 19, 2024 meeting and an informational update by city administration. No other substantive items are listed.

• Amended plat approval for non-residential minor subdivision at southeast corner of US Highway 136 and Cloverdale Drive (Parcel No. 54-10-04-111-018.000-030)

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Crawfordsville Board of Public Works & Safety is meeting to consider several fiscal and land-use items. These include annexing about 4.34 acres at 801 South State Road 47, rezoning two properties on West Market Street, and approving a tax abatement application for Spartech LLC. The board will also hold readings on salary and appropriation ordinances, re-establish capital and fire funds, and acknowledge annual reports on rental registration and redevelopment.

• Public hearing and first reading of ordinance to annex ~4.34 acres at 801 South State Road 47 and associated right-of-way
• Resolution approving tax abatement application for Spartech LLC
• First reading of ordinance changing zoning at 605 W Market Street from R-2 to B-3
• First reading of ordinance changing zoning at 301 W Market Street from R-3 to B-2
• Resolution authorizing sale of real property at 508 John Street

City Council

The Crawfordsville City Council will hold a public hearing and consider first reading of an ordinance to annex about 4.34 acres at 801 South State Road 47. The agenda includes second readings of salary and additional appropriation ordinances, first readings of ordinances re-establishing capital development and fire funds, and resolutions on rental registration, property sale, redevelopment, and a tax abatement for Spartech LLC. Also up for first reading are ordinances on groundwater well restrictions and zoning changes for properties on West Market Street.

• Public hearing and first reading to annex 4.34 acres at 801 South State Road 47
• Second reading of salary ordinance and additional appropriation for 2024 City General Fund
• Resolution authorizing sale of real property at 508 John Street
• Resolution approving tax abatement application for Spartech LLC
• Zoning changes: 605 W Market Street from R-2 to B-3; 301 W Market Street from R-3 to B-2

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works & Safety is meeting to approve routine items including minutes and weekly claims, and to consider several new business items. These include a request for a temporary dumpster, a resolution revising the city employee pay period and requiring direct deposit, and opening bids for a farm lease at the old landfill.

• Approval of minutes from March 27, 2024
• Approval of claims for week of April 1, 2024
• Tom Skalon requests dumpster at 718 E. Main Street from April 3-17
• Resolution revising city employee pay period and requiring direct deposit
• Open bids for Crawfordsville Old Landfill farm lease

Board of Aviation Commissioners

The Board of Aviation Commissioners is meeting to review reports and approve the claims docket. The board will consider a resolution to move funds between specific airport accounts.

• Resolution 01-2024: transfer funds from Fund 2521 (aircraft rental) to Fund 2510 (fuel/oil) and Fund 2523 (maintenance)

Board of Aviation Commissioners

The Board of Aviation Commissioners approved a claims docket and a fund transfer for aircraft maintenance. Members also discussed a runway renaming and cleaning project scheduled for April 5 through April 9.

• Approval of claims dockets totaling $21,174.97
• Resolution 01-2024: Transfer of $318.31 from aircraft rental (fund 2521) to maintenance (fund 2523)
• Discussion of runway renaming and cleaning project (April 5–April 9)

Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)

The Crawfordsville Board of Zoning Appeals will not meet on March 20, 2024, because there is no agenda. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 17, 2024, at 7:00 p.m.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda
• Next meeting: April 17, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Crawfordsville Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to consider routine business, including approval of prior minutes and financial reports. The main action item is a request to extend a facade renovation project at 122-124 W Main Street. Public comment will be heard.

• Consideration of minutes from February 21, 2024
• Review of financial reports
• Extension request for facade renovation at 122-124 W Main Street
• Next meeting scheduled for April 24, 2024 at 5:30 PM

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works & Safety is meeting to approve minutes and weekly claims, then take up several new business items. These include a request to block part of E. Main Street for a roofing project, a proposal for an updated ADA and Title VI Plan, a change order for Lincoln Park, and a maintenance agreement for the Crawford Fountain.

• Request to block sidewalk, parking spaces, and south bound lane at 109/107/105 E. Main Street for re-roof project
• Proposal from HWC Engineering for updated ADA and Title VI Plan
• Change order for Lincoln Park
• Maintenance agreement for Crawford Fountain from Smock Fansler Corporation

Redevelopment Commission

The Redevelopment Commission will review bids for property transfers and a resolution to dispose of a 10.692-acre parcel in Commerce Park. The agenda also includes reviewing quotes for landscaping and mowing services at the park.

• Resolution authorizing the disposal of a 10.692 acre parcel in Commerce Park
• Bids for property transfer in Commerce Park
• Easement release between Second Phase Leasing, LLC and the Commission
• Quotes for Commerce Park landscaping and mowing

Plan Commission (PC)

The Plan Commission will consider two rezoning requests by Jaspal Baidwan to change properties on West Market Street from residential to business use. The first would rezone 605 W Market Street from R-2 to B-3, and the second would rezone 301 W Market Street from R-3 to B-2. The commission will also review minutes from its February 20 meeting and receive an informational update from city administration.

• Rezone 605 W Market Street from R-2 residential to B-3 business
• Rezone 301 W Market Street from R-3 residential to B-2 business
• Both requests submitted by Jaspal Baidwan
• Review of February 20, 2024 meeting minutes
• Next meeting scheduled for April 16, 2024

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works & Safety will approve minutes and claims, then consider three requests: a dumpster placement, a parking space use for a sign, and a street closure for a blood drive. The agenda is otherwise routine.

• Dumpster request at 505 Binford Street, March 14-21
• Parking space use in front of Maxine's for sign installation on March 20
• Street closure of Pike Street at Pike Place for blood drive on May 8

City Council

The Crawfordsville City Council will hold public hearings and second readings on ordinances establishing new sewer rates and charges, and making an additional appropriation for the 2024 City General Fund. The council will also consider a resolution approving a tax abatement application for Spartech LLC, and a second reading of an ordinance repealing and replacing drainage control regulations. Other items include a resolution designating an economically disadvantaged area and a second reading to establish a 72-hour parking limit at a city lot on East Main Street.

• Ordinance amending sewer rates and charges (Title 5, Chapter 52)
• Resolution approving tax abatement application for Spartech LLC
• Ordinance making additional appropriation for 2024 City General Fund
• Ordinance repealing and replacing City Code Chapter 53: Drainage Control Regulations
• Ordinance establishing 72-hour parking limit at city lot in 400 block of East Main Street

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Crawfordsville Board of Public Works and Safety is meeting to approve minutes and claims, and to consider several new business items, including a request for a 5K race, two work order agreements with DES Engineering for sewer projects, a police vehicle purchase, and a transfer request from Central Garage.

• Request by Dale Petrie (First Christian Church) for a 5K race on April 14 at 8:30 am
• Work order agreement with DES Engineering for sewer design related to Purple Heart Parkway and 231 S
• Work order agreement with DES Engineering for construction management for US 231 S sewer main extension
• Crawfordsville Police Department vehicle purchase
• Central Garage transfer request

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will consider routine approvals and several property and equipment items. Actions include approving minutes and claims, surplusing equipment, purchasing salt spreaders, and authorizing code enforcement litigation. The board will also vote on property purchases and agreements related to the Purple Heart Parkway and other projects.

• Purchase of two new salt spreaders
• Surplus of 2006 John Deere Garden Tractor 245
• Authorize code enforcement litigation against 313 N. Grant Avenue, 408 Binford Street, 608 E. College Street, and 805 Mill Street
• Purchase agreement with Kandis Rogers for 512 Wayne Avenue
• Acceptance of offers to purchase parcels for Purple Heart Parkway right-of-way

Board of Aviation Commissioners

The Board of Aviation Commissioners decided on terminal closures for two holidays and approved a farm lease. The board also authorized an amended grant application for runway cleaning and remarking due to a shift in magnetic heading.

• Farm lease approved for Harlan Vaught at $42,913.85 per year ($336.50 per acre)
• Amended grant for AIP-25 Runway Cleaning and Remarking increasing total project cost by $32,667
• Local share increase of $1,634 for runway project
• Terminal closures approved for March 31 and May 27
• Approval of claims dockets totaling $13,295.12

Board of Aviation Commissioners

The Board of Aviation Commissioners is meeting to discuss airport operations and funding. The body will consider a grant application for runway cleaning and remarking, as well as a farm ground lease.

• AIP-25 Runway Cleaning and Remarking grant application
• Approval of a farm ground lease
• Terminal closures on March 31 and May 27

Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)

The Crawfordsville Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public meeting to consider a development standard variance for parking at 227 E Main Street, continued from January, and two new requests: a special exception for an in-law suite and duplex at 502 Shady Lane, and a parking variance at US Highway 136 and Cloverdale Drive. The board will also approve minutes and receive an informational update from city administration.

• Continued parking variance for Ben Hur LLC / AP Development LLC at 227 E Main Street (B-1 district)
• Special exception request by Kasey Dunn for in-law suite and duplex at 502 Shady Lane (R-1 district)
• Parking variance request by Second Circle Investments, LLC at southeast corner of US 136 and Cloverdale Drive (B-3 district)
• Approval of minutes from January 17, 2024 meeting

Historic Preservation Commission

The Crawfordsville Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to consider Certificates of Appropriateness for roof renovations at the Montgomery County Courthouse and window treatments for the Ben Hur project, as well as to review the 2024 work plan. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes and financial reports, and public comment is scheduled.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for roof renovations at Montgomery County Courthouse, 100 E Main Street
• Certificate of Appropriateness for window treatments for Ben Hur project, 227 E Main Street
• Consideration of the 2024 Work Plan
• Public comment period

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety is meeting to approve minutes and weekly claims, and to discuss several items of new business, including a real-estate purchase agreement, surplus vehicles from the Wastewater Department, and agreements with the Historic Landmarks Foundation of Indiana and Indiana American Water. No specific details or dollar amounts are provided in the agenda.

• Real-estate purchase agreement
• Wastewater Department request to surplus vehicles
• Agreement with Historic Landmarks Foundation of Indiana
• Agreement with Indiana American Water

Redevelopment Commission

The Crawfordsville Redevelopment Commission will elect officers and approve minutes and financial reports. The commission will also review quotes for landscaping and mowing services at Commerce Park.

• Election of officers
• Review of landscaping quotes for Commerce Park
• Review of mowing quotes for Commerce Park
• Update from Mayor Todd Barton
• Economic Development Report from Cheryl Morphew

Plan Commission (PC)

The Crawfordsville Plan Commission will consider a request for primary and secondary subdivision plat approval for a non-residential minor subdivision at the southeast corner of US Highway 136 and Cloverdale Drive. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from November 14, 2023, and an informational update from city administration.

• Subdivision plat approval for non-residential minor subdivision at US 136 and Cloverdale Drive (Parcel No. 54-10-04-111-018.000-030)
• Approval of minutes from November 14, 2023
• Informational update by City Administration

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety is meeting to approve minutes and weekly claims, and to discuss two new business items: a quote for removing a large tree at 814 West Main Street and a request from the Knights of Columbus regarding intersection use. No final decisions are noted on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from February 7, 2024
• Approval of claims for the week of February 12, 2024
• Discuss quote from J&D Tree Service for tree removal at 814 West Main Street
• Knights of Columbus request regarding use of intersections

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Crawfordsville Board of Public Works & Safety will meet to approve minutes and claims, and discuss old and new business. Items include a follow-up on an unsafe building order, a parking space rental request, and two street closure requests.

• Unsafe Building Order follow up - 203 S. Water Street
• Heritage Heights Apartments requests rental of parking space U-9 in city lot, 100 block of S. Green Street
• Adriann Rhoades (Wabash College) requests closing Harry Freedman Pl.
• Price Excavating requests closing Pike Street from Grant to Walnut on Feb 7, 2024 for water leak repair

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works & Safety is meeting to approve minutes and claims, and to consider several new business items including a road closure request, professional service agreements, and a police vehicle purchase. The agenda includes both routine approvals and specific project-related contracts.

• Price Excavating requests closing Lafayette Road at Oak Hill Road for 2 days (date TBD)
• Professional services agreement with VS Engineering for construction management and inspection
• Task order agreement with VS Engineering for Purple Heart Parkway construction project
• Agreement with Midwestern Engineers Inc. for Wastewater Digester Project
• Vehicle purchase for Crawfordsville Police Department for 2024

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will approve minutes and claims, then discuss several new business items including a grapple bucket purchase, a truck quote for the Wastewater Department, an agreement with Crawfordsville Main Street, and an appraisal engagement letter.

• Purchase of 2024 ACS scrap grapple bucket attachment
• Quote for 1500 Tradesman Crew Cab 4x4 for Wastewater Department
• Agreement between City and Crawfordsville Main Street
• Letter of Engagement for appraisals by Valbridge Property Advisors

Board of Aviation Commissioners

The Board of Aviation Commissioners approved two pay requests for snow removal equipment and a claims docket. The board also elected Jay Lawson as President and Don Thompson as Vice-President. Bids for 127.53 acres of farm ground were opened and taken under advisement.

• Approved Pay Request 2 for AIP-24 snow removal equipment: $100,094.37
• Approved Pay Request 3 and grant close out for AIP-24 snow removal equipment: $5,189.09
• Approved claims dockets totaling $5,298.94
• Opened four bids for 127.53 acres of farm ground
• Election of Jay Lawson (President) and Don Thompson (Vice-President)

Board of Aviation Commissioners

The Board of Aviation Commissioners will meet to elect officers and open bids for farm ground. The board is considering two pay requests for snow removal equipment under AIP-24.

• AIP-24 Pay Request 2 for snow removal equipment: $100,094.37
• AIP-24 Final Pay Request 3 for snow removal equipment: $5,189.09
• Farm Ground Bid Opening
• Election of President and Vice-President

Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)

The Crawfordsville Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public meeting to consider three variance requests: a development standard variance for a carport, a parking variance for a business, and a use variance for a dog grooming business. The board will also review minutes from the previous meeting and receive an informational update from city administration.

• Charles Conley Stamper requests variance for carport at 403 W Main Street (R-1 district)
• Ben Hur LLC / AP Development LLC requests parking variance at 227 E Main Street (B-1 district)
• Audrey George requests use variance for dog grooming at 807 Curtis Street (R-1 district)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Crawfordsville Historic Preservation Commission will consider Certificates of Appropriateness for roof renovations at the Montgomery County Courthouse and window treatments for the Ben Hur project. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and financial reports, with public comment and a scheduled next meeting on February 28, 2024.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for roof renovations at Montgomery County Courthouse, 100 E Main Street
• Certificate of Appropriateness for window treatments for Ben Hur project, 227 E Main Street
• Consideration of minutes from December 13, 2023
• Consideration of financial reports

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will approve minutes and claims, then discuss new business including a grapple bucket purchase, wastewater truck quotes, a Main Street agreement, and an appraisal engagement letter.

• Purchase request for 2024 ACS scrap grapple bucket attachment
• Quotes for Wastewater Department 1500 Tradesman Crew Cab 4x4
• Agreement between City and Crawfordsville Main Street
• Letter of Engagement for appraisals by Valbridge Property Advisors

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will consider routine approvals of minutes and claims, follow up on unsafe building orders, and discuss several agreements, including an economic development agreement with AP Development, LLC and one with Local Government Services, LLC. They will also review fire department standard operating guidelines and a request to place dumpsters at the Ben Hur building.

• Unsafe Building Order follow-ups for 203 S. Water Street and 117 E. Market Street
• Request from Jon Anderson to place dumpsters at the Ben Hur building
• Discussion of Economic Development agreement between City and AP Development, LLC
• Discussion of agreement between City and Local Government Services, LLC
• Fire Department Standard Operations Guidelines on overtime, holidays, and vacation

City Council

The City Council will hold elections for the 2024 Council President and consider several ordinance readings. The agenda includes discussions on a new READI Grant Fund and updates to the City Government Organization code.

• Election of the 2024 Council President
• First reading of an Ordinance Establishing a City READI Grant Fund
• First reading of an Ordinance Repealing and Replacing City Code Chapter 30
• Second reading of a zoning change for 30.208 acres near US Highway 231
• Appointments for Plan Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals, and Redevelopment Commission

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works & Safety is meeting to approve the minutes from December 20, 2023, and claims for the weeks of December 25, 2023, and January 1, 2024. The agenda includes sections for old business, new business, and department heads, but no specific items are listed. This appears to be a routine procedural meeting.

• Approval of minutes from December 20, 2023
• Approval of claims for weeks of December 25, 2023 and January 1, 2024