Crown Point public meetings in 2023

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Crown Point Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on two variance requests. One seeks a use variance to allow a multi-tenant rental at 220 Hoffman, and the other seeks a setback reduction from 35 to 25 feet at 215 S Superior Dr. The meeting is scheduled for December 26, 2023, at City Hall and via Zoom.

• Variance of Use for multi-tenant rental in R-2 Residential Zone at 220 Hoffman (Derek Mercurio)
• Variance from Development Standards to reduce setback from 35 to 25 feet at 215 S Superior Dr (Midwest Property Group/Crown Point Center LLC)

Historic Preservation Commission

The December 26, 2023 Historic Preservation Commission meeting is canceled due to no agenda items. The next regularly scheduled meeting is January 22, 2023.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will review a bid for water utility improvements and receive a presentation on property and casualty renewals. The body will also consider several contract renewals and personnel changes.

• Award bid for Water Utility Improvements Project, Phase 4 to Al Stong/Commonwealth
• Renewal of the ARC Service Agreement
• Annual renewal for Indiana Landmarks Contract
• Contract agreement with Purdue Northwest Men’s Hockey
• Renewal of IT Professional Services On-Site Contract

City Council

The Crown Point Common Council is holding a special meeting to approve claims, SRF distributions, and budget encumbrances to be carried over to 2024, and to consider a resolution authorizing a budgetary transfer for the Engineering Department. The agenda is largely administrative, with no major policy items.

• Approval of claims, SRF distributions, and budget encumbrances carried over to 2024
• Resolution No. 2023-12-35R authorizing budgetary transfer for Engineering Department

Plan Commission

The Crown Point Plan Commission will consider four items: two subdivision plats, a primary plat extension, and two workshops for residential projects. Public comment is allowed at the meeting or via an online form.

• 23-54 Betty LLC: Secondary Subdivision Plat for single-family residential at Betty Ct & Shannon Dr
• 23-55 Gordonwood LLC/INPACT: Primary Plat Extension for single-family residential on Cedar Lake Road south of Fairgrounds
• 23-56 Olthof Homes/Lake Acquisitions: Workshop for single-family/paired cottages at 2323 E 101st Ave
• 23-57 CPD Partners: Workshop for PUD at northwest corner of I-65 & 231

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board will review several items including utility improvements and public works requests. Discussion includes a bid award for water utility projects and various professional service contracts.

• Award Bid for the Water Utility Improvements Project, Phase 4
• Request to purchase John Deere 1580 TerrainCut Mower with 72” Deck
• Acceptance of 113th Ave. Culvert Change Order
• Accept Performance Bond for The Willows - Phase 1
• Approval of two HIDTA contracts

City Council

The Crown Point Common Council will consider three resolutions to approve or deny Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) recommendations for property use changes, including a multi-tenant in a residential zone, a duplex, and an office space in an industrial zone. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval, claims, and transfers, with no old business listed.

• Resolution 2023-12-30R: Multi-tenant in R-3 zone at 612 Merrillville Road (3-2 BZA recommendation)
• Resolution 2023-12-31R: Duplex in R-2 zone at 10003 Merrillville Road (5-0 BZA recommendation)
• Resolution 2023-12-32R: Office/personal services in I-1 zone at 756 Madison Street (5-0 BZA recommendation)
• Council transfers for Motor Vehicle Department and Riverboat Fund
• Public comments limited to 5 minutes via online form

Redevelopment Commission

The Commission will review old and new business, including updates on the 2023 paving project. The meeting also includes the approval of invoices and final payments for façade grants.

• Final payment for façade grant at 213 N. Main St.
• Final payment for façade grant at 216 S. Main St.
• 2023 Paving Update

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Crown Point Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on five requests, including a large Meijer commercial building and fuel center, a duplex, and office space in industrial zoning. The board will also approve minutes and set 2024 meeting dates.

• 23-41: Meijer Stores LP seeks special use for 159,935 sq ft retail building and fuel center at 2411 E 109th Ave in R-1 zone
• 23-40: Variance of use for multi-tenant at 612 Merrillville Rd in R-3 zone
• 23-42: Special use for duplex at 10003 Merrillville Rd in R-2 zone
• 23-43: Variance of use for office/personal services at 756 Madison St in I-1 zone
• 23-45: Variance from development standards for lot width under 100 ft at 111 East State Road 8

Historic Preservation Commission

The Crown Point Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to consider two Certificates of Appropriateness for updates to previously approved projects on Main Street, and to approve 2024 meeting dates. The agenda is otherwise routine, with call to order, roll call, minutes approval, and old business items.

• Certificate of Appropriateness update for 116 N Main St. (George Gentile, petitioner; Nick Vlahos, owner)
• Certificate of Appropriateness update for 238 S Main St. (Abbey Otterman, petitioner; Philip & Cynthia Struebig, owner)
• Approval of 2024 meeting dates

Board of Public Works & Safety

The provided document is a notice that the regular Board of Public Works and Safety meeting has been rescheduled to Thursday, November 16, 2023, at 11:00 A.M. No other agenda items or discussion topics are listed.

Board of Public Works & Safety

The provided document is a notice that the regular Board of Public Works and Safety meeting has been rescheduled to Thursday, November 16, 2023, at 11:00 A.M. No other agenda items were listed.

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will consider awarding bids for the Water Utility Improvements Project Phase 4 and the Fire Department bathroom remodel. The body will also review insurance renewals for 2024 and various software and lease agreements.

• Award bid for Water Utility Improvements Project, Phase 4
• Award bid for CP Fire Department Bathroom Remodel Project
• Approval of 2024 insurance renewals
• Acceptance of bond for fiber work on North Court St. and West Clark St.
• Release of performance bonds for Copper Creek Unit 5, Unit 6, and Sawgrass Phase 1

Plan Commission

The Crown Point Plan Commission will hold its regular meeting on November 13, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. in City Hall Council Chambers. The agenda includes several development requests: an engineering waiver for a detention basin, three secondary plat approvals for residential and mixed-use projects, and workshops for two Dollar General stores and a Goodwill store. The commission will also approve 2024 meeting dates and accept public comment.

• Engineering waiver for detention basin at 600 Block of W. Burrell Dr. (Golden Meadows, LLC)
• Secondary plat approval for duplexes/business at 1810 E South St (Gold Nest Property, LLC)
• Secondary plat approval for The Willows multi-family at E 129th Ave & Delaware St (Prairie Development LLC)
• Secondary plat approval for The Canvas single-family rentals at E 125th Ave & Delaware St (Canvas Crown Point Owner, LLC)
• Workshops for Dollar General at 9520 Broadway and 107 E State Rd 8, and Goodwill at 11191 Broadway (Hamstra Builders Inc, Ancon Construction Co)

City Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing and second reading for an ordinance amending business registration rules. The meeting also includes discussions on a historic district liquor license and several land use petitions.

• Public hearing for Ordinance No. 2023-10-29 regarding business registration
• Second reading for Ordinance No. 2023-10-30 regarding historic downtown liquor licenses
• Preliminary P.U.D. approval for The Grove at Hickory Farms at 1414 E. 109th Ave.
• Special use request for a used car dealership at 1700 N. Main St.
• Council transfers for the PACE and Fire Departments

City Council

The Crown Point City Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on two ordinances: one amending business registration rules and another adopting criteria for a historic downtown liquor license. They will also vote on resolutions, including a BZA recommendation for a used car dealership special use and budget transfers for the PACE and Fire departments.

• Ordinance 2023-10-29: Amends Chapter 115 on business registration (public hearing, second reading)
• Ordinance 2023-10-30: Adopts criteria for historic downtown district liquor license (second reading)
• Resolution 2023-11-27R: Approve/deny BZA special use for used car dealership at 1700 N. Main St. (5-0 favorable recommendation)
• Resolution 2023-11-28R: Council transfer for PACE Department
• Resolution 2023-11-29R: Council transfer for Fire Department

Redevelopment Commission

The Commission will conduct its annual TIF meeting and review new business. The agenda includes discussions regarding façade grants for properties on North Main Street.

• Final payment for façade grant at 106 N. Main St (Bak House)
• Façade grant for 805 N. Main St
• Annual TIF Meeting

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Crown Point Board of Public Works and Safety will consider awarding bids for the Water Utility Improvements Project Phase 4 and the Fire Department Bathroom Remodel, along with approving insurance renewals for 2024 and several other items. The board will also act on signage, soliciting permits, easement donations, bonds, and various technology agreements.

• Award bid for Water Utility Improvements Project, Phase 4
• Award bid for CP Fire Department Bathroom Remodel Project
• Approve Insurance Renewals for 2024
• Accept donation of utility easement from Oak Hill Reiki Yoga
• Request T-Mobile Tower Lease Agreement

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Crown Point Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on three zoning requests: a variance for an accessory structure over 900 sq ft, a special use for used car sales in a B-2 zone, and a variance of use for multi-tenant housing in an R-3 zone. The meeting will be held in person and via Zoom, with public comment allowed.

• Variance for accessory structure over 900 sq ft at 1075 Breuckman Dr (Next Gen Soccer)
• Special use for used car sales in B-2 zone at 1700 N Main St
• Variance of use for multi-tenant in R-3 zone at 612 Merrillville Rd

Historic Preservation Commission

The October 23, 2023 Historic Preservation Commission meeting has been canceled due to lack of agenda items. The next regularly scheduled meeting is November 27, 2023.

• October 23, 2023 meeting canceled
• Next meeting scheduled for November 27, 2023

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Crown Point Board of Public Works and Safety will open bids for the Water Utility Improvements Project Phase 4, consider awarding a bathroom remodel contract for the fire department, and vote on several public works items including donations, bonds, and contract extensions. The meeting also includes updates on old business and a donation program request.

• Bid openings for Water Utility Improvements Project, Phase 4
• Award bid for CP Fire Department Bathroom Remodel Project
• Accept donation agreement for Bike Trail Expansion
• Approve extension for 2024 Paving Contract
• Approve release/reduction of maintenance bonds for Summertree Phases 2B and 3A

City Council

The Crown Point Common Council is holding a special meeting to take final action on the 2024 city budget ordinance (second reading and adoption) and to consider a resolution approving a new allocation area within the 2014 Economic Development Area. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.

• Ordinance No. 2023-09-27: 2024 city budget appropriation, second reading and adoption
• Resolution No. 2023-10-26R: approval of new allocation area within the 2014 Economic Development Area

Plan Commission

The special Plan Commission meeting scheduled for October 16, 2023, has been canceled. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on November 13, 2023. No items are being discussed at this canceled meeting.

• Special meeting canceled
• Next regular meeting: November 13, 2023

Plan Commission

The Crown Point Plan Commission will hold a public meeting to consider several development requests, including a primary subdivision plat for duplexes, a preliminary PUD plan for mixed use, and workshops for a gas station and a multi-tenant building. Public comment will be accepted in person and online.

• 23-42: Primary Subdivision Plat for duplexes at 385 S. Madison St.
• 23-43: P.U.D. Preliminary Plan Approval for mixed use at 1414 E. 109th Ave.
• 23-44: Workshop for gas station/convenience store at 1010 E Joliet.
• 23-45: Workshop for multi-tenant building at 215 S. Superior Dr.

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Crown Point Board of Public Works and Safety will open bids for a bathroom remodel at the fire department, receive an update on a church property at North and Grant Streets, and consider a three-year contract with Hometown Jams that was deferred from the previous meeting. The board will also vote on accepting a grant agreement with the Dean and Barbara White Family Foundation and discuss a request to hold a breast cancer awareness rally around the courthouse.

• Bid opening for Crown Point Fire Department Bathroom Remodel Project
• Approve 3-year contract with Hometown Jams (deferred from Sept. 20 meeting)
• Accept grant agreement with Dean and Barbara White Family Foundation, Inc.
• Request to hold Breast Cancer Awareness Rally around the courthouse
• Update on church property at North St. and Grant St.

City Council

The Crown Point Common Council will hold a public hearing on the 2024 city budget and consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a cemetery use variance on church property, police department funding, and business registration changes. The meeting also includes a proclamation for the Lions Club and approval of claims.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 2023-09-27, the 2024 City Budget (adoption at special meeting Oct 16)
• Resolution No. 2023-10-23R: BZA variance to allow cemetery on church property at 9660 Broadway (3-0 favorable recommendation)
• Ordinance No. 2023-10-28: Additional appropriation for Crown Point Police Department (public hearing and first reading)
• Ordinance No. 2023-10-29: Amending Chapter 115 on business registration (first reading)
• Ordinance No. 2023-10-30: Criteria for historic downtown district liquor license (first reading)

Redevelopment Commission

The Crown Point Redevelopment Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially approve several items, including a final payment for a façade grant at 111 Hack Ct, a new façade grant for 106 N. Main St, business holiday decorations, and an update on the Walk the Dog program. The meeting will also include approval of minutes and invoices, and public comment.

• Façade Grant 111 Hack Ct – Final Payment
• Façade Grant for 106 N. Main St
• Business Holiday Decorations
• Walk the Dog Update

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Crown Point Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance of use request by St. Peter & Paul Macedonian Orthodox Church to allow a cemetery on church property in an OS-1 zone at 9660 Broadway. The board will also consider approval of minutes and other old business.

• Variance of Use for cemetery at 9660 Broadway (OS-1 zone)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Crown Point Historic Preservation Commission will consider two certificates of appropriateness: one for an awning at 216 S Main St. and one for a roof replacement at 222 Maxwell St. The commission will also hear presentations on a church at the northeast corner of North & Grant and on historic district street signage.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for awning at 216 S Main St. (TSA Properties, LLC)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for roof replacement at 222 Maxwell St. (Roofing Artisans / Dixie Julian)
• Presentation on church at northeast corner of North & Grant
• Presentation on Historic District Street Signage

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Crown Point Board of Public Works and Safety will consider several contracts and approvals, including a three-year contract with Hometown Jams, a Morton Salt contract for 2023-2024, and a Sports Engine Software agreement. They will also vote on the PACE fee structure for 2023-2024 and the purchase of a new vehicle for the PACE Department. Additionally, the board will administer oaths for two new officers and consider maintenance bonds and bond releases for public works projects.

• Approve 3-year contract with Hometown Jams (deferred from Sept. 6 meeting)
• Approve Morton Salt contract for 2023-2024
• Approve agreement with Sports Engine Software
• Seeking approval for PACE fee structure for 2023-2024
• Seeking approval to purchase new vehicle for PACE Department

Plan Commission

The Crown Point Plan Commission is meeting to decide on a site development request for the Levin Tire Facility at 275 South Superior Drive, and to discuss several other proposals including a primary plat extension for Golden Meadows Subdivision, a secondary subdivision for Betty Court North, and workshops for an ASC Ambulatory Surgery Center, a warehouse, and a subdivision. Public comment is allowed at the meeting or via an online form.

• Site development for Levin Tire Facility at 275 South Superior Drive (old business)
• Primary plat extension for Golden Meadows Subdivision on West Burrell Drive
• Secondary subdivision for Betty Court North at Shannon Drive & Betty Lane
• Workshop for ASC Ambulatory Surgery Center at 201 101st Avenue
• Workshop for warehouse at 1205 E 101st Avenue

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Crown Point Board of Public Works and Safety will consider several contracts and approvals, including a HIDTA contract, payment for work at the Old Homestead, a helmet drive, outdoor sales permission, a payroll change, a bathroom remodel bidding process, a change order for the 113 Ave. culvert, and contract renewals. The meeting also includes a proclamation for Constitution Week and an oath of office for a new police officer.

• Approve HIDTA Contract
• Approve Payment of Invoices for Work at the Old Homestead
• Request Approval to Hold a Helmet Drive
• Request Approval for Payroll Change
• Approve Civic Plus/Civic Ready Contract Renewals

The Board approved multiple payments for wastewater and utility improvements and authorized the bidding process for a fire department bathroom remodel. Other actions included approving a HIDTA contract, outdoor sales for a local boutique, and a lacrosse team fundraiser.

• Approved $2,773,601.62 payment to Thieneman Construction and $145,979.03 retainage (unanimous)
• Approved $97,809.00 CEI-City Reimbursement Disbursement #9 (unanimous)
• Approved $514,360.96 payment to contractor and $27,071.63 retainage for Wastewater Utility Improvements (unanimous)
• Approved HIDTA contract for machine maintenance, leasing, and repair (unanimous)
• Approved payment of invoices for work at the Old Homestead (unanimous)
• Approved helmet drive for Crown Point Lacrosse on Sept 23 and Oct 14, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved outdoor merchandise display for Hub Vintage Boutique & Market at 138 S. Main St. (unanimous)
• Approved bidding process for Fire Department bathroom remodel (unanimous)

City Council

The Crown Point City Council will hold first readings on the 2024 budget, salary ordinances for elected and appointed officials, and several other ordinances. It will also consider a resolution on a storage facility special use and a budget reduction. The meeting includes public comment and approval of claims.

• Ordinance 2023-09-27: 2024 budget first reading
• Ordinance 2023-09-25: 2024 salary ordinance for elected officials
• Ordinance 2023-09-26: 2024 salary ordinance for appointive officers and police/fire
• Resolution 2023-09-21R: BZA special use for storage facility at Arrowhead Ct. and Madison St.
• Ordinance 2023-09-22: Non-reverting Police Crash Team Fund

The City Council approved a special use request for a multi-story storage facility at Arrowhead Ct. and Madison St. They also passed ordinances to establish a police crash team fund and update building permit and contractor licensing codes. Several 2024 budget and salary ordinances were held over for second readings.

• Approved Resolution No. 2023-09-21R for Cellblock Storage facility special use (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-09-22R to reduce 2023 budget appropriations (unanimous voice vote)
• Passed Ordinance No. 2023-09-21 for PACE Department additional appropriation (7-0)
• Passed Ordinance No. 2023-09-22 to establish Non-Reverting Police Crash Team Fund (7-0)
• Passed Ordinance No. 2023-09-23 amending building permits for fences and decks (7-0)
• Passed Ordinance No. 2023-09-24 regarding contractor licensing and code book fees (7-0)
• Tabled Ordinance No. 2023-09-25 (2024 Elected Officials Salary) for second reading
• Tabled Ordinance No. 2023-09-27 (2024 Budget) for second reading

Redevelopment Commission

The Commission approved a resolution to create a new allocation area to fund infrastructure extensions on Delaware Parkway from 101st Ave to 165th. The measure aims to address soil and ditch crossing issues that may be unfeasible for private developers. A special meeting was scheduled for October 3 at 5:30 p.m.

• Approved Resolution 2023-09-05R to establish a new TIF allocation area (unanimous)
• Approved August 7, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved invoices on 2023-9-031 (unanimous)
• Scheduled special meeting for October 3 at 5:30 p.m.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Crown Point Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on three requests: a variance for Franciscan Health to exceed signage square footage limits, a special use for a storage facility in a B-3 zone, and a variance of use for a cemetery on church property. The board will also approve minutes and take public comment.

• 23-31 Franciscan Health: variance to allow monument/on-building signage to exceed max square footage at 12750 Saint Francis Dr.
• 23-32 Cellblock Storage, LLC: special use to allow storage facility in B-3 zone at east side of Arrowhead & Madison intersection
• 23-33 St. Peter & Paul Macedonian Orthodox Church: variance of use to allow cemetery on church property in OS-1 zone at 9660 Broadway

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance for oversized signage at a new hospital and issued a favorable recommendation for a storage facility. One petition regarding a cemetery was deferred.

• Approved Petition #23-31 for Franciscan Hospital to exceed maximum square footage for monument and building signage (4-0)
• Issued Favorable Recommendation to City Council for Petition #23-32 to allow a climate-controlled storage facility at Arrowhead Ct & Madison St (4-0)
• Deferred Petition #23-33 regarding a cemetery at 9660 Broadway (4-0)
• Deferred approval of July 24, 2023 meeting minutes

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Crown Point Board of Public Works and Safety will meet to approve minutes, administer an oath of office, and consider several items including deferred crack sealing quotes, a supplement to the Veteran Memorial & Pennsy Trail Extension Project, water utility easements, a new EMA hire, a stormwater review contract, a bond release, and comedy show additions.

• Accept 2023 Crack Sealing Quotes (deferred from Aug. 2)
• Approve Supplement to Veteran Memorial & Pennsy Trail Extension Project
• Approve Water Utility Easements at 96th Ave. and Madison St.
• Approve New Hire for Crown Point EMA
• Approve Contract for Christopher Burke Stormwater Subdivision Review

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved a contract for crack sealing and a supplement for the Veteran Memorial & Pennsy Trail Extension. The board also accepted donated water utility easements and approved several personnel changes for the police and EMA departments.

• Approved crack sealing bid from Denler, Inc. not to exceed $80,000.00 (unanimous)
• Approved supplement for Veteran Memorial & Pennsy Trail Extension project (unanimous)
• Approved donated water utility easements at 96th Ave. and Madison St. (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Alfred (Chip) Cooke for Crown Point EMA (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Christopher Burke for Stormwater Subdivision Review (unanimous)
• Approved $23,400.00 bond release for Crown Village at 10450 Broadway (unanimous)
• Approved DJ/audio services and comedian Billy Dadaro for Laughs On Point show (unanimous)
• Approved change of probationary status to Patrolman for Officer Kade Sapp (unanimous)

City Council

The Crown Point City Council is holding a special meeting to introduce the 2024 budget. The agenda includes the budget introduction, miscellaneous matters, and adjournment. No specific budget figures or details are provided in the agenda.

• Introduction of 2024 Budget
• Miscellaneous Matters

Mayor Peter D. Land and Greg Guerrettaz of Financial Solutions Group introduced the proposed 2024 Budget. The meeting consisted of discussions regarding salary increases, grant funding, and department allocations; no formal votes were taken on budget items.

• No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was an introduction to the 2024 Budget

City Council

The Crown Point City Council's Ordinance Committee is holding a meeting on August 15, 2023, at 6:15 p.m. in Council Chambers, with a Zoom option. The agenda lists only call to order, new business, miscellaneous matters, and adjournment, with no specific items detailed. This appears to be a procedural meeting with no substantive agenda items listed.

• Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, August 15, 2023, at 6:15 p.m. (or after the 6:00 p.m. Special Council Budget Meeting)
• Location: Council Chambers, 101 N. East Street, Crown Point, IN
• Zoom link provided for remote participation
• Notice date: August 9, 2023

City Council

The Crown Point Ordinance Committee will meet to discuss several potential ordinance changes, including business licensing, drone regulations, ADA compliance, historic alcohol licenses, and maximum utility connection fees. No votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only.

• Business licensing
• Drone regulations
• ADA compliance
• Historic alcohol license
• Maximum utility connection fees

Plan Commission

The Crown Point Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on August 14, 2023, to consider several subdivision plats, site developments, and plat extensions. Items include an assisted living facility at 10255 Broadway, a storage facility on Madison St, a self-storage at 800 E North St, a mixed-use development near I-65 & 109th Ave, and a retail tire shop at 275 South Superior Dr. One item, the Cell Block Storage subdivision, is deferred.

• Primary Subdivision Plat for assisted living facility at 10255 Broadway (23-23)
• Site Development for assisted living facility at 10255 Broadway (23-29)
• Site Development for self-storage facility at 800 E North St (23-32)
• Workshop for major change to mixed-use development at NE corner of I-65 & 109th Ave (23-33)
• Site Development for retail tire sales at 275 South Superior Dr (23-35)

City Council

The Crown Point City Council is meeting in executive session to discuss personnel matters under Indiana Code. No public decisions or votes are expected, as the agenda is limited to a closed-door discussion.

• Executive session for personnel matters (Indiana Code § 5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(6)(B))

The Common Council met in an executive session to discuss personnel matters. No substantive public decisions were recorded.

City Council

The Crown Point Common Council will hold its regular meeting with votes on several resolutions and first readings of two ordinances. Items include a BZA variance recommendation for commercial recreation at 238 S. Main St., a real property acquisition, and amendments to water/wastewater service areas and purchasing agency codes. Public comment is limited to 5 minutes.

• Resolution 2023-08-19R: BZA variance for commercial recreation/assembly use in B-1 zone at 238 S. Main St. (4-1 favorable recommendation)
• Resolution 2023-08-20R: Authorizing acquisition of real property
• Ordinance 2023-08-19 (first reading): Amending water and wastewater service areas
• Ordinance 2023-08-20 (first reading): Amending municipal codes on purchasing agency
• Special budget meeting scheduled Aug. 15, 2023, for 2024 budget introduction

The City Council approved a historic alcohol license transfer for a new restaurant on the Square and authorized the purchase of property for a bike trail. A variance for commercial recreation at 238 S. Main St. was granted, and an ordinance regarding water service areas was adopted. One ordinance regarding the purchasing agency was deferred.

• Approved Historic Alcohol License transfer for Veleros Mexican Restaurant at 116 N. Main St. (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-08-19R for Commercial Recreation/Assembly variance at 238 S. Main St. (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-08-20R to acquire real property at 2300 E. 109th Ave for bike trail (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2023-08-19 amending water and wastewater service areas (6-0)
• Deferred Ordinance No. 2023-08-20 regarding Purchasing Agency to October 2, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved July 10, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved claims and SRF distributions (unanimous)

Redevelopment Commission

The Crown Point Redevelopment Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving previous minutes, discussing old and new business, and approving invoices. Key items include capitalized interest for I65 West 109th Ave Draw 32A & 32B and a facade grant for 1111 N Main St. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.

• I65 West 109th Ave Draw 32A & 32B capitalized interest
• Facade grant for 1111 N Main St
• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Approval of invoices

The Commission approved two capitalized interest draws for 165 West 109th Ave and a facade grant for 1111 N. Main St. The board also approved the June 5, 2023, meeting minutes and invoices dated 2023-8-031.

• Approved Draw 23A ($255,080.35) and Draw 32B ($329,159.73) for capitalized interest at 165 West 109th Ave (Unanimous)
• Approved facade grant for 1111 N. Main St based on a sliding scale, totaling $5,925.39 (Unanimous)
• Approved June 5, 2023, meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved invoices on 2023-8-031 (Unanimous)

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Crown Point Board of Public Works and Safety will consider several items, including approving a fiber upgrade for city buildings, accepting a bond for boring work on Summit St., and approving agreements for entertainment and crack sealing. The board will also discuss utility updates and consider requests for outdoor clothing racks and event signage.

• Approval to upgrade specific city buildings to Comcast fiber
• Accept bond for boring work along Summit St.
• Accept 2023 crack sealing quotes
• Approve agreement with Get Loud LLC
• Accept interlocal agreement with Little Calumet River Basin Development Commission

The Board approved upgrading several city buildings to Comcast fiber internet and authorized multiple payments and change orders for wastewater and water main projects. They also approved the installation of special needs communication boards in city parks and granted permits for event signage and business displays.

• Approved upgrade to Comcast fiber network for City Hall, Police, Fire, Public Works, Civic Center, and Bulldog Park (Unanimous)
• Approved installation of Emberly’s Smiles Communication Boards in city parks (Unanimous)
• Approved $531,547.47 payment and $27,976.18 retainage to Thieneman for Wastewater Utility Improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved Thieneman Change Order #1 (cost decrease of $268,307.00) and Change Order #2 (cost increase of $259,776.00) (Unanimous)
• Approved $122,559.50 payment and $6,450.50 retainage to Grimmer Construction for CSO 004 Improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved $15,614.00 and $172,004.00 CEI-City disbursements for SRF loans (Unanimous)
• Approved outdoor clothing racks for Artful Garden and signage for Blues, Brews and BBQ event (Unanimous)
• Tabled 2023 Crack Sealing Quotes until August 16, 2023 (Unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board approved a variance for a residential carport to encroach on a side yard setback. One petition for a convenience store was administratively withdrawn, and a request for commercial recreation use at 238 South Main Street was discussed but not decided in the provided text.

• Approved variance for 18' x 24' carport at 505 West South Street (3-2)
• Deferred June 26, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Petition #23-26 for convenience store at 238 South Main Street administratively withdrawn

Historic Preservation Commission

The July 24, 2023 Historic Preservation Commission meeting is canceled due to lack of agenda items. The next regularly scheduled meeting is August 28, 2023.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items
• Next meeting scheduled for August 28, 2023

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Crown Point Board of Public Works and Safety will consider approving a contract with Extra Duty Solutions for police services and a change of employment status for the fire chief. The meeting also includes a special recognition for VEX VRC Robotics and utility updates from Commonwealth.

• Approve Contract with Extra Duty Solutions Agreement — Police Chief Ryan Patrick
• Approve Change of Employment Status — Fire Chief Mark Baumgardner, Jr.
• Special Recognition: VEX VRC Robotics
• Utility Updates - Al Stong/Commonwealth

The Board approved a contract with Extra Duty Solutions to manage police security scheduling and payments. It also approved the transition of five firefighters from probationary to permanent status. The Board received a status update on wastewater utility improvements.

• Approved contract with Extra Duty Solutions for police security scheduling and payments (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved change of employment status for Benford Rosenfeld to Firefighter/Paramedic (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved change of employment status for Joseph Bonk, Jason Kooyenga, David Graham, and Meghan Mulroe to Firefighter/EMT (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved minutes from July 5, 2023 meeting (unanimous voice vote)

City Council

The Crown Point City Council will hold its regular meeting on July 10, 2023, to consider several resolutions and ordinances. Key items include approving or denying BZA recommendations for a townhome development, a dance studio, and a dog kennel/training business, as well as first readings of a rezone and an ordinance amendment. Public comments are limited to 5 minutes.

• Resolution 2023-07-16R: BZA special use for townhomes in R-3 district at 1810 E. South St. (favorable 5-0)
• Resolution 2023-07-17R: BZA special use for dance studio in B-3 district at 1125 Merrillville Rd. (favorable 5-0)
• Resolution 2023-07-18R: BZA variance for dog kennel/training in R-1 district at 634 Omega Dr. (unfavorable 5-0)
• Ordinance 2023-07-17: Rezone from R-3 to B-3 for Gold Nest Property (first reading)
• Ordinance 2023-07-18: Amend advance payment of claims for P.A.C.E. Department (first reading)

The City Council approved several land-use requests, including a rezoning for professional offices and a special use permit for townhomes. A request to operate a dog kennel in a residential district was denied. The Council also updated payment procedures for the PACE Department.

• Approved Resolution No. 2023-07-16R for townhomes at 1810 E. South St. (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-07-17R for a dance studio at 1125 Merrillville Rd. (unanimous voice vote)
• Denied Resolution No. 2023-07-18R for a dog kennel/training business at 634 Omega Dr. (unanimous voice vote)
• Passed Ordinance No. 2023-07-17 to rezone 1810 E. South St. from R-3 Residential to B-3 Business (6-0)
• Passed Ordinance No. 2023-07-18 to allow Clerk-Treasurer to disburse payments for any PACE facilities (6-0)
• Approved June 5, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Claims and SRF Distributions (unanimous voice vote)

City Council

This agenda is a notice that the regular Common Council meeting has been moved from Monday, July 3 to Monday, July 10, 2023, starting at 6:00 p.m. instead of 7:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in Council Chambers at 101 N. East Street and also via Zoom. No other business items are listed.

• Meeting date changed from July 3 to July 10, 2023
• Start time changed from 7:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
• Meeting location: Council Chambers, 101 N. East Street, Crown Point, IN
• Zoom link provided for remote participation

Redevelopment Commission

The Crown Point Redevelopment Commission is meeting to consider final payment for a façade grant at 1000 N. Main St (Kiddie Academy), a new façade grant for 101 S. Court St (Old Safe House), and a first amendment to an interlocal agreement with the Crown Point Community School Corp. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and invoices, plus public comment.

• Façade Grant Final Payment for 1000 N. Main St (Kiddie Academy)
• Façade Grant for 101 S. Court St (Old Safe House)
• First Amendment to Interlocal Agreement with CP Community School Corp

The Redevelopment Commission approved two facade grants and an amendment to an interlocal agreement with the CP Community School Corp. The board also approved the June 5, 2023, meeting minutes and a set of invoices.

• Approved June 5, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved facade grant final payment for Kiddie Academy at 1000 N. Main St (unanimous)
• Approved $50,000.00 facade grant for 101 S. Court St (unanimous)
• Approved first amendment to interlocal agreement with CP Community School Corp increasing total to $1,235,000.00 (unanimous)
• Approved invoices on 2023-7-031 (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Crown Point Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and consider several development requests, including a preliminary PUD for a mixed-use project at I-65 and 109th Ave, a site development for a pole barn, a medical clinic, and a cold storage facility. One item, a subdivision plat for an assisted living facility, is deferred. Public comment is allowed at the meeting or via an online form.

• Preliminary PUD for mixed-use at NE & SE corners of I-65 & 109th Ave (23-22)
• Site development for pole barn at NE corner of W 133rd & Marshall St (23-21)
• Site development for medical clinic (cancer treatment) at 10201 Broadway (23-24)
• Site development for cold storage facility at 13450 Mississippi Pkwy (23-27)
• Secondary subdivision plat for commercial retail lot at Beacon Hill South (23-25)

The Commission approved site development for a cancer treatment center, a cold storage facility, and a pole barn. It also approved a subdivision plat for a Chick-Fil-A and facade changes for a Freddy's restaurant. One mixed-use petition was withdrawn and an assisted living facility request was deferred.

• Approved pole barn site development for Youche Country Club (6-0)
• Withdrew mixed-use P.U.D. agreement for I-65 & 109th Ave (6-0)
• Deferred assisted living facility primary plat at 10255 Broadway for 30 days (6-0)
• Approved medical cancer research facility at 10201 Broadway (6-0)
• Approved secondary subdivision plat for Chick-Fil-A at Beacon Hill South (6-0)
• Approved facade and signage changes for Freddy's at 10611 Broadway (6-0)
• Approved cold storage facility site development at 13450 Mississippi Pkwy (6-0)

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Crown Point Board of Public Works and Safety will consider several public works items, including approving a State Revolving Fund (SRF) for equipment purchases at the wastewater treatment plant, a contract with Christopher Burke Engineering, an amendment for the 113 Ave. culvert replacement, and an extension of a paving contract. The board will also recognize the July Employee of the Month and approve minutes from the June 21 meeting.

• Approve SRF for skid steer and loader purchase for WWTP
• Approve contract with Christopher Burke Engineering
• Accept Amendment No. 2 for 113 Ave. Culvert Replacement
• Approve extension of paving contract with Traffic Management Company, Inc.
• July Employee of the Month recognition

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved the purchase of a skid steer and loader for sludge processing. The Board also approved an engineering contract for stormwater permit requirements and a paving contract extension.

• Approved $345,921 purchase of John Deere skid steer and loader for WWTP (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Christopher Burke Engineering for NPDES Phase II MS4 stormwater permit services (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment No. 2 with Christopher Burke Engineering for 113th Ave. Culvert Replacement (unanimous)
• Approved paving contract extension with Traffic Management Company, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June 21, 2023 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Crown Point Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on June 26, 2023, to consider several zoning requests, including a special use for townhomes, a variance to reduce parking for an assisted living facility, and a special use for a dance studio. Two items were withdrawn or deferred. The board will also approve minutes and take public comment.

• Special use for townhomes in R-3 at 1810 East South St
• Variance to reduce parking for assisted living at 10255 Broadway
• Special use for dance studio in B-3 at 1125 Merrillville Rd
• Variance for seasonal greenhouse in Jewel-Osco parking lot at 1276 N. Main St
• Variance of use for dog kennel in R-1 at 634 Omega Dr

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a parking reduction for a new assisted living center and a short-term variance for a seasonal greenhouse. The Board also issued a favorable recommendation for a townhome development to be sent to the City Council.

• Approved 2-year variance for seasonal greenhouse at 1276 North Main Street (4-1)
• Issued favorable recommendation for townhomes at 1810 East South Street (5-0)
• Approved variance to reduce parking spaces from 123 to 75 for assisted living facility at 10255 Broadway (5-0)
• Approved May 22, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Crown Point Historic Preservation Commission will consider four Certificate of Appropriateness applications for properties in the historic district. The requests include signage, an awning, façade restoration, and façade changes with fencing. The meeting is scheduled for June 26, 2023, at City Hall and via Zoom.

• 23-09: On-building signage at 116 N Main St (George Gentile/Nick Vlahos)
• 23-10: Awning at 116 N Main St (George Gentile/Nick Vlahos)
• 23-11: Façade restoration & repairs at 101 S Court St (Ryan Glowacki/Crown Skyy II LLC)
• 23-12: Façade changes, signage, and fencing at 238 South Main St (Abbey Otterman/Philip & Cynthia Struebig)

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved a four-year agreement for water system valve exercising and authorized over $1.3M in utility disbursement requests. Other actions included approving engineering services for Delaware Street and permitting a high school dance team fundraiser.

• Approved 4-year agreement with M.E. Simpson Co. Inc. for water valve exercising (unanimous)
• Approved $1,127,355.50 Disbursement Request #1A, Division A Pay Application #1 (unanimous)
• Approved $244,122.00 CElI-City Reimbursement SRF Disbursement Request #6 (unanimous)
• Approved engineering services proposal from Commonwealth Engineers for Delaware Community Crossings project (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 8 printer/copiers using State QPA, pending Legal review (unanimous)
• Approved CPHS Dance Team Boot Drives for July 15 and July 29 (unanimous)
• Approved Vendor/Solicitor’s Permit renewal for Mr. Bow Ties Ice Cream Truck (unanimous)
• Approved Timothy Gryzch Memorial Golf Outing Contract with White Hawk Country Club (4-0, 1 abstention)

Plan Commission

The Crown Point Plan Commission will consider three development requests at its June 12, 2023 meeting: a zone change for commercial/retail use at 1810 East South St, a site development for a Chick-fil-A at 601 East 109th Pl, and a site development for a pole barn at the northeast corner of W 133rd & Marshall St. Public comment will be allowed at the meeting and online.

• Zone change request by Gold Nest Property, LLC for commercial/retail at 1810 East South St
• Site development request by HR Green Development, LLC for Chick-fil-A at 601 East 109th Pl
• Site development request by Youche Country Club, Inc for a pole barn at northeast corner of W 133rd & Marshall St
• Public comment accepted at meeting and via online link

The Commission approved the site development for a Chick-fil-A restaurant and issued a favorable recommendation to the City Council for a zoning change at 1810 East South Street. A request for a pole barn at Youche Country Club was deferred.

• Approved site development for Chick-fil-A at 601 East 109th Place (7-0)
• Issued favorable recommendation to City Council for rezoning 1810 East South Street from R-3 to B-3 (7-0)
• Deferred site development petition for Youche Country Club pole barn (7-0)
• Approved May 3, 2023, special meeting minutes (7-0)
• Deferred May 8, 2023, meeting minutes

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will hold a regular meeting with several action items, including approving an easement donation on Mississippi Street, a survey and site plan proposal for Hack Ct., and multiple contracts and purchases. The board will also swear in a new police officer and firefighter, and consider requests for a procession and two boot drives.

• Donation of easement for right of way on Mississippi Street
• Survey and site plan engineering services proposal for Hack Ct.
• 2023 Crown Point Dare Golf Outing contract
• 2023 Lake County Fair contracts
• Copier lease agreement purchase

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved several community boot drives, a religious procession, and a sidewalk easement donation. It also authorized engineering and architecture proposals for the redesign of Hack Ct. and approved contracts for the Lake County Fair.

• Approved $0 contract amendment for Water Utility Improvements Project (unanimous)
• Approved religious procession from St. Mary's to St. Matthias for June 11, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Crown Point Hockey Team boot drive for Sept 9-10, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Byting Bulldogs Booster Club boot drive for July 15, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved donation of easement for sidewalk expansion on Mississippi Street (unanimous)
• Approved $7,800 Rohn Associates and $6,000 DVG, Inc. proposals for Hack Ct. redesign (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Crown Point Dare Golf Outing contract (unanimous)
• Approved Lake County Fair contracts for EMS ($32,455) and Fire/Rescue ($7,822) (unanimous)

City Council

The Crown Point City Council will hold its regular meeting on June 5, 2023, with votes on two resolutions approving or denying Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) actions for use variances, and a first reading of an ordinance amending animal-related code sections. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval, claims, and public comments.

• Resolution 2023-06-14R: Approve/deny BZA variance for retail store in I-1 Industrial District at 1191 E. Summit St. (Petitioners: Tim Waddell & John O'Block; Owner: Bengal Two LLC)
• Resolution 2023-06-15R: Approve/deny BZA variance for medical office in I-1 Industrial District at 503 E. Summit St. (Petitioner: Cassie Layne; Owner: Summit Street Properties, LLC)
• Ordinance 2023-06-16: First reading to amend Sections 90.01-90.07 and 90.99 regarding animals
• Approval of minutes from May 1 and May 16, 2023 meetings
• Public comments limited to 5 minutes via online form

The City Council approved two variances of use for businesses to operate in an I-1 Industrial District. The Council also passed the first reading of an ordinance amending city codes regarding animals.

• Approved Resolution No. 2023-06-14R for a retail store variance at 1191 E. Summit St. (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-06-15R for a medical office variance at 503 E. Summit St. (unanimous voice vote)
• Passed first reading of Ordinance No. 2023-06-16 regarding animal codes (7-0)
• Approved May 1 and May 16, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Claims and SRF Distributions (unanimous voice vote)

Redevelopment Commission

The Commission approved seven annual excess TIF resolutions and a grant-funded chair lift for City Hall. A facade grant for 216 S. Main St was approved, while a final payment for 1000 N. Main St was deferred. The board also adopted an additional appropriation resolution.

• Approved $122,000 CDBG grant for City Hall chair lift (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-05-01R for additional appropriation (unanimous)
• Deferred final facade grant payment for 1000 N. Main St to July (unanimous)
• Approved facade grant for 216 S. Main St (unanimous)
• Approved TIF Resolutions 2023-06-05-01R through 2023-06-05-07R (unanimous)
• Approved invoices on 2023-6-031 (unanimous)
• Approved May 1, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Crown Point Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on three variance requests. One is a request to allow a seasonal greenhouse in a Jewel-Osco parking lot, and two are requests to allow non-industrial uses in an I-1 Industrial District. The board will also approve minutes and take public comment.

• 23-09: Variance from Development Standards to allow seasonal greenhouse in Jewel-Osco parking lot at 1276 N. Main St.
• 23-17: Variance of Use to allow retail business in I-1 Industrial District at 1191 E. Summit St.
• 23-18: Variance of Use to allow medical office in I-1 Industrial District at 503 E. Summit St. Suite 3
• Public comment accepted at meeting and via online form

The Board of Zoning Appeals issued favorable recommendations for two variance requests to allow non-industrial uses on East Summit Street. One request for a seasonal greenhouse was deferred due to the petitioner's absence.

• Approved April 24, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Deferred Petition #23-09 for seasonal greenhouse at 1276 North Main Street for 30 days (3-0)
• Issued favorable recommendation for Petition #23-17 to allow a retail toy store at 1191 East Summit Street (3-0)
• Issued favorable recommendation for Petition #23-18 to allow a medical office at 503 East Summit Street (3-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for May 22, 2023, has been canceled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for June 26, 2023.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items
• Next meeting: June 26, 2023

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will vote to award the 113" Ave. Culvert Replacement Project to Ellas Construction. The meeting also covers the approval of a bond release for work on Summit St. & Pratt St. and a change in the Fire Chief's employment status. Additionally, the board will approve an Indiana testing fee increase and a contract to join a cooperative purchasing program.

• Award 113" Ave. Culvert Replacement Project to Ellas Construction
• Approve Bond Release for Always Underground for Work on Summit St. & Pratt St.
• Approve Change of Employment & Payroll Status for Fire Chief Mark Baumgardner, Jr.
• Approve Contract to Join Cooperative Purchasing Program
• Approve Indiana Testing Fee Increase

The Board of Public Works and Safety awarded a culvert replacement contract and approved several wastewater project reimbursements. Other actions included approving a street closure for a church program and joining a cooperative purchasing program.

• Awarded 113th Ave. Culvert Replacement Project to Ellas Construction for $713,839.80 (Unanimous)
• Approved SRF Disbursement #42 for $93,639.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved SRF Disbursement Form #5 for $252,633.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved street closure for South Point Community Church from June 21 to August 9, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved payroll status change for Carley Jansky to full Firefighter/Paramedic (Unanimous)
• Approved contract to join HGAC Buy Cooperative Purchasing Program (Unanimous)
• Approved $5.00 per employee increase for Indiana Testing fees (Unanimous)
• Approved Inaugural Crown Point Sidewalk Sale for July 13-16, 2023 (Unanimous)

City Council

The Crown Point Common Council is holding a special meeting to consider several items, including the first reading of an ordinance amending the water and wastewater utility service area, a real estate donation agreement for property on 121st Avenue, and a resolution to acquire real estate for the Veterans Memorial Trail expansion. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• Ordinance No. 2023-05-15: Amends water and wastewater utility service area (first reading)
• Real Estate Donation Agreement for property on 121st Ave.
• Resolution No. 2023-05-13R: Acquisition of real estate for Veterans Memorial Trail expansion

The Council adopted an ordinance amending the water and wastewater utility service area map. They also approved a donation agreement for a 44-acre parcel on 121st Ave for a future wastewater treatment plant and authorized condemnation proceedings for seven parcels to expand the Veterans Memorial Trail.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2023-05-15 to amend the water and wastewater utility service area map (5-0)
• Approved Mayor's signature on a donation agreement for a 44-acre parcel on 121st Ave for a future Wastewater Treatment Plant (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-05-13R to begin condemnation proceedings for seven parcels for the Veterans Memorial Trail expansion (Unanimous)

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will open bids for roadway and culvert improvements near Broadway and 113th Avenue, approve police promotions, and consider several requests including a robotics team boot drive and door-to-door solicitation. The meeting also includes routine approvals for contracts, a drainage MOU, and equipment purchases.

• Bid opening for roadway/culvert improvements at Broadway and 113th Ave
• Approve contract for HIDTA (High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area)
• Approve MOU between Lake County Drainage Board and City of Crown Point
• Approve promotions for sergeants, corporals, and probationary officers
• Request to purchase 2 Snow Fighter Equipment Packages

The Board approved promotions for 5 sergeants and 7 corporals in the Crown Point Police Department, accepted the lowest bid of $713,839.80 for roadway/culvert improvements at Broadway and 113th Ave pending review, and approved a contract for HIDTA Microsoft licensures, a memorandum of understanding with the Lake County Drainage Board, five new solicitor permits for Weed Man, and a 2023 Summer Chalk Walk event. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved police promotions for 5 sergeants and 7 corporals (unanimous)
• Accepted lowest bid of $713,839.80 from Ellas Construction for Broadway/113th Ave roadway/culvert improvements, pending staff and legal review (unanimous)
• Approved contract for HIDTA F1 Solutions Microsoft licensures for three years (unanimous)
• Approved memorandum of understanding with Lake County Drainage Board for culvert at 113th Ave (unanimous)
• Approved 5 new solicitor permits for Weed Man door-to-door marketing (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Summer Chalk Walk event on May 19-21 (unanimous)
• Deferred boot drive request for Crown Point Middle School Byting Bulldogs Robotics Team (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Crown Point Plan Commission is holding a special meeting to consider two old business items from KEVKO, LLC and 109th & Broadway, LLC for property at 10977 Broadway. The requests are for secondary plat approval and site development approval, both for professional office buildings. Public comment will be accepted in person and via an online form.

• Secondary Plat Approval for professional office buildings at 10977 Broadway (23-08)
• Site Development approval for professional office buildings at 10977 Broadway (23-09)

The Plan Commission unanimously approved secondary plat and site development for two professional office buildings at 10977 Broadway. Both petitions were approved 7-0 after the petitioner resolved cross-access easement and detention pond issues. The board also adopted a new rule requiring all materials be submitted 7 days before meetings or be deferred.

• Approved secondary plat for Kevko LLC at 10977 Broadway (7-0)
• Approved site development for two professional office buildings at 10977 Broadway (7-0)
• Adopted rule requiring all petition materials 7 days prior to meeting or automatic deferral

City Council

The Crown Point City Council will hold its regular meeting on May 1, 2023, with several items for decision. They will consider a confirmatory resolution for a tax abatement at 619 N. Indiana Ave., a loan from the water utility to the wastewater utility, and resolutions on tax abatement and special use permits. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes and claims.

• Resolution 2023-04-07R: Tax abatement for 619 N. Indiana Ave. (deferred from April 3)
• Ordinance 2023-04-11: Loan from Water Utility to Wastewater Utility (second reading)
• Resolution 2023-05-09R: Revise tax abatement for Lewis and Clark Enterprises at 401-411 E. Monitor St. (10 to 6 years)
• Special use resolutions for 1680 E. Porter St., 275 S. Superior Dr., and 10255 Broadway (all BZA 5-0 favorable)
• Ordinance 2023-05-14: Planned Unit Development for the Willows (first reading)

The City Council approved a Planned Unit Development for The Willows featuring 207 residential units. The council also granted several special use permits for commercial and senior living facilities and authorized a loan between utilities.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2023-05-14 for The Willows PUD with 140 townhomes and 67 single family homes (6-1)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2023-04-11 authorizing a loan from the Water Utility to the Wastewater Utility (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-04-07R for tax abatement area at 619 N. Indiana Ave. (6-1)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-05-10R for special use at 1680 E. Porter St. (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-05-11R for special use at 275 S. Superior Dr. (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-05-12R for 82-unit assisted living facility at 10255 Broadway (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-05-09R to correct a clerical error in tax abatement for 401-411 E. Monitor St. (unanimous)
• Approved water utility tie-in request for 4105 W. 121st Ave. (unanimous)

Redevelopment Commission

The Redevelopment Commission approved funding for public art signage and a fiduciary agreement for Bulldog Park. The board also approved a memorandum of understanding to acquire real estate for the Mississippi St. right of way at no cost to the city. A demolition request for 114 N. West St was tabled pending further information.

• Approved up to $13,500 for Historic Walking Tour signage (unanimous)
• Approved agreement and Resolution 2023-05-01R for FSG-Bulldog Park financing (unanimous)
• Approved MOU for acquisition of Mississippi St. right of way real estate (unanimous)
• Approved invoices on 2023-5-031 (unanimous)
• Approved April 3, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled demolition request for 114 N. West St pending more information

City Council

The Crown Point City Council is meeting in executive session to discuss a real estate acquisition, citing Indiana Code §5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(2)(D). The agenda contains only this item plus call to order and adjournment, with no public action items listed.

• Executive session for real estate acquisition under Indiana Code §5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(2)(D)

The Common Council met in an executive session to discuss real estate acquisition. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals issued a favorable recommendation for a new cheerleading facility and approved two variances for parking and building setbacks. One request for a seasonal greenhouse was deferred.

• Favorable recommendation for cheerleading/gym facility at 1680 East Porter Street (5-0)
• Approved parking reduction variance for 419 North Grant Street (4-1)
• Deferred seasonal greenhouse variance at 1276 North Main Street (5-0)
• Approved building setback and parking encroachment variance at 1305 Erie Court (5-0)
• Approved March 27, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Crown Point Historic Preservation Commission will consider three Certificate of Appropriateness requests at its April 24, 2023 meeting. These include an awning, door, and window approval at 13 N. Court St; a garage replacement at 445 South Court St; and window/exterior lighting/masonry work at 216 S Main St. The meeting also includes routine items like approval of minutes and public comment.

• 23-06: Awning, door, and windows at 13 N. Court St (Marianna Moschos/North Court LLC)
• 23-07: Replace single-car garage with two-car garage at 445 South Court St (Ian & Laurie Smillie)
• 23-08: Replace windows, exterior lighting, and masonry repair at 216 S Main St (TSA Properties LLC)
• Public comment and miscellaneous items are on the agenda

The Commission granted Certificates of Appropriateness for storefront updates, a garage replacement, and masonry repairs. All three petitions were approved with unanimous 7-0 votes.

• Approved Petition #23-06 for new windows, door, and full-length black awning at 13 North Court Street (7-0)
• Approved Petition #23-07 to replace a single-car garage with a two-car garage and convert a rear porch to a pantry at 445 South Court Street (7-0)
• Approved Petition #23-08 for brick/limestone cleaning and window replacement at 216 South Main Street (7-0)
• Deferred approval of light fixtures for 216 South Main Street pending sample submission
• Approved meeting minutes for April 24, 2023 (7-0)

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Crown Point Board of Public Works and Safety will meet to approve minutes, hear presentations, and decide on several items including new police vehicle purchases, a fire department bathroom project, and various event permits. The agenda also includes requests for door-to-door literature distribution and a robotics team boot drive.

• Approval for new police vehicle purchases
• Award of project proposal for Fire Department Dayroom Bathroom
• Approve outdoor public seating for Public Bar & Rec at 210 S. Main St.
• Approve annual renewal of Indiana Landmarks contract
• Accept performance bond for Canvas Subdivision

The Board swore in seven new firefighters and approved two 5K race events. Additionally, the Board authorized a grant application for lead service line inventory and permitted a church to distribute literature door-to-door.

• Swore in firefighters Brett Wisenbaugh, Meghan Mulroe, Ben Graham, David Rosenfeldt, Jason Kooyenga, Joseph Bonk, and Jackie Osborne
• Approved Mayor's signature for SRF grant to complete Lead Service Line Inventory (unanimous)
• Approved Crown Point Church of Christ request to distribute VBS literature door-to-door June 20-23, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Lake County Corn Dogs 5K for May 20, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Turkey 5K for November 23, 2023 (unanimous)
• Deferred request for Crown Point Middle School Byting Bulldogs Robotics Team boot drive (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 5, 2023 meeting (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Crown Point Plan Commission will hold a meeting on April 10, 2023, to consider several development requests. Old business includes final PUD approval for The Willows at Delaware Parkway & 129th Ave. New business includes secondary plat and site development approvals for professional office buildings at 10977 Broadway, a secondary subdivision plat and site development for Caliber Collision at 1018 E Summit St., a primary plat for a business park south of 129th Ave, and a workshop for a medical office building at Lot 24. Public comment is allowed at the meeting or via an online form.

• Final PUD approval for The Willows (Olthof Homes) at Delaware Parkway & 129th Ave
• Secondary plat and site development for professional office buildings at 10977 Broadway (KEVKO LLC)
• Secondary subdivision plat and site development for Caliber Collision at 1018 E Summit St. (M-Details LLC)
• Primary subdivision plat for a business park 2,900 ft south of 129th Ave between I-65 & Iowa St (Mississippi Parkway Partners)
• Workshop for medical office building at Lot 24, SE section of Broadway and Summit (HAS Commercial Real Estate)

The Plan Commission approved a 207-unit subdivision, a Caliber Collision development, and the Point 65 Business Park. Two petitions for professional office buildings on Broadway were deferred pending the submission of a shared access agreement.

• Approved Petition #22-49 for a 207-unit subdivision at Delaware Parkway & 129th Avenue (6-0)
• Deferred Petition #23-08 for professional office buildings at 10977 Broadway (6-0)
• Deferred Petition #23-09 for professional office buildings at 10977 Broadway (6-0)
• Approved Petition #23-13 for Caliber Collision secondary subdivision plat (6-0)
• Approved Petition #23-14 for Caliber Collision site development (6-0)
• Approved Petition #23-15 for Point 65 Business Park primary resubdivision with right-of-way conditions (6-0)
• Approved March 13, 2023, meeting minutes with correction (6-0)

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Crown Point Board of Public Works and Safety will consider awarding bids and contracts for several 2023 projects, including local paving, the 231 & Delaware St. intersection, and the East St. parking lot expansion. The board will also vote on the 2023 Hub Run route, a water tie-in request, and multiple police and fire department items, including new squad cars and updated job descriptions.

• Award bids/contracts for 2023 Local Paving Projects, 231 & Delaware St. Intersection Improvements, CCMG 113th & Greenview Pl., and East St. Parking Lot Expansion
• Approve route for 2023 Hub Run
• Request to tie into city water at 4105 W. 1215th Ave. (to go to City Council May 1)
• Approve request to solicit bids for new squad cars
• Approve purchase of (2) pickup trucks and public works equipment/trucks

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved several construction contracts and vehicle purchases for city departments. They also authorized a new pregnancy policy for Fire Rescue and approved a water tie-in request for a resident outside city limits.

• Approved Notice to Proceed for 2023 Local Paving, 231 & Delaware St. Improvements, CCMG 113th & Greenview Pl., and East St. Parking Lot Expansion (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Hub Run route for April 29, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved water tie-in request for 4105 W. 121st Ave. (Unanimous)
• Approved solicitation of bids for four new Police Department SUVs (Unanimous)
• Approved Fire Rescue Department pregnancy policy (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of two fire department pickup trucks for $128,030.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of six Public Works trucks from Bosak Ford and Bosak Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (Unanimous)
• Approved bond extension through March 2024 for monitoring well at 93 Ave. and Main St. (Unanimous)

Tax Abatement

The Human Resources and Economic Development Committee is meeting to discuss a new tax abatement for D&L Wood at 619 N. Indiana Ave, along with tax abatement renewals and miscellaneous items. Final approval will be decided at the City Council meeting later that evening.

• New tax abatement for D&L Wood at 619 N. Indiana Ave
• Tax abatement renewals
• Final approval at City Council meeting at 7:00 p.m. on April 3, 2023

City Council

The Crown Point City Council is meeting in executive session to discuss a real estate acquisition under Indiana Code §5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(2)(D). The agenda contains only this item plus call to order and adjournment, so no public decisions or votes are scheduled.

• Executive session for real estate acquisition under Indiana Code §5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(2)(D)

City Council

The Crown Point City Council executive session scheduled for April 3, 2023, has been canceled. The agenda included a real estate acquisition discussion under Indiana Code, but no business will be conducted.

• Meeting canceled
• Real estate acquisition item on original agenda

Redevelopment Commission

The Crown Point Redevelopment Commission is meeting to handle routine business including approving prior minutes and invoices. They will receive an update on the 107th Ave project, review the annual TIF report, and consider a final façade grant payment for 105 N. Court St.

• Update on 107th Ave
• TIF Annual Report
• Façade Grant Final Payment for 105 N. Court St
• Approval of Invoices

The Commission approved a final facade grant payment for a property on N. Court St. Members also reviewed annual TIF reports for several areas, including the I-65 Allocation Area and the Sportsplex.

• Approved final facade payment of $20,877.50 for 105 N. Court St (unanimous)
• Approved March 6, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved invoices on 2023-4-031 (unanimous)

City Council

The Crown Point Common Council will hold second readings on ordinances establishing a road impact and development payment fund and amending payment application rules. They will also consider new tax abatements, a utility loan, and additional appropriations for police and fire, along with several resolutions and a utility tie-in request.

• Ordinance 2023-03-10: Establish Road Impact & Development Payment Fund (second reading)
• Resolution 2023-04-06R/07R: Tax abatement for 619 N. Indiana Ave.
• Ordinance 2023-04-11: Loan from Water Utility to Wastewater Utility (first reading)
• Ordinance 2023-04-12: Additional appropriation for CP Police Local Law Fund (public hearing)
• Permission to tie into utilities at 12512 Grant St.

The City Council approved an interlocal agreement with Lake County for $214,000 for the I-65 corridor and passed appropriations for police and fire departments. The council also established a Road Impact & Development Payment Fund and approved several tax abatements.

• Approved Interlocal Agreement with Lake County for approx. $214,000 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2023-03-10 to establish Road Impact & Development Payment Fund (7-0)
• Approved $10,000 appropriation for CP Police Local Law Fund (7-0)
• Approved appropriation for CP Fire Rescue Safer Grant of $2.23 million (7-0)
• Approved utility tie-in for 12512 Grant St. (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-04-08R for Variance of Use at 150 N. West St. (unanimous)
• Approved new tax abatement at 619 N. Indiana Ave. (6-1)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2023-03-09 regarding utility bill credits (7-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Crown Point Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on two variance requests: one to allow a multi-tenant rental in an R-2 residential district, and another to permit a pole barn with a 24-foot height and 10-foot front yard setback. The board will also consider approval of previous meeting minutes and hear public comment.

• Variance of Use for multi-tenant rental at 150 N West St (23-05)
• Variance from Development Standards for pole barn at 2301 W 129th Pl (23-06)
• Public hearing comment via online form or at meeting

The Board approved the minutes from the February 27, 2023, meeting. A petition for a variance of use for a multi-tenant rental at 150 North West Street was presented, but the provided text does not record a final decision on that request.

• Approved February 27, 2023, meeting minutes (4-0-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Crown Point Historic Preservation Commission will consider three Certificate of Appropriateness requests for window signage and a front porch remodel, along with routine items like minutes approval and public comment. The meeting is open in person and via Zoom.

• 23-03: Window signage at 112 N Main St (Tom Waddell, petitioner; Sash Becvarovski, owner)
• 23-04: Window signage at 150 W Joliet St (Julian Bravo, petitioner/owner)
• 23-05: Front porch remodel at 129 N Grant St (Thomas J Mitchell, petitioner/owner)

The Commission granted Certificates of Appropriateness for two window signage requests and one front porch remodel. The board also approved a new staff approval list to streamline future procedural requests.

• Approved window signage at 112 North Main Street (5-0)
• Approved window signage at 150 West Joliet Street with removal of neon sign (5-0)
• Approved front porch remodel at 129 North Grant Street with specific material conditions (5-0)
• Approved staff approval list for Watson and Swihart to process certain requests (5-0)
• Approved February 27, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Crown Point Board of Public Works and Safety will accept bids for several 2023 construction projects, including local paving, intersection improvements, and a parking lot expansion. The board will also vote on street closures for VetRock 2023, an interlocal agreement with the Little Calumet River Basin Development Commission, utility tie-in permission for 12512 Grant St., and amendments to the city's healthcare plan.

• Accepting bids for 2023 Local Paving Projects, 231 & Delaware St. Intersection Improvements, CCMG 113th & Greenview Pl., and East St. Parking Lot Expansion
• Request approval of street closures for VetRock 2023
• Request approval of interlocal agreement with Little Calumet River Basin Development Commission
• Request permission to tie into water & sewer utilities at 12512 Grant St.
• Request approval of amendments to city's healthcare plan

The Board accepted bids for the 2023 Local Paving Project, the East St. Post Office Lot, and other intersection improvements, pending legal and engineering review. It also approved two engineering task orders for wastewater projects totaling over $1.4M and authorized several SRF loan reimbursements. Additionally, the Board approved a street closure for VetRock 2023 and a contract for Outdoor Comedy Night.

• Accepted bids for 2023 Local Paving, 231 & Delaware St., CCMG 113" & Greenview, and East St. Post Office Lot pending review (Unanimous)
• Approved $902,500 Task Order 2023-05 for WWTP Improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved $562,500 Task Order 2023-06 for Western County Lift Station project (Unanimous)
• Approved four SRF Loan Reimbursements totaling $872,990 (Unanimous)
• Approved street closure of South St. for VetRock 2023 on August 25 (Unanimous)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with Little Calumet River Basin Development Commission (Unanimous)
• Approved modification to American Structurepoint Agreement for Sauerman Woods (Unanimous)
• Approved contract not to exceed $14,000 with The Grable Group for Outdoor Comedy Night (Unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Crown Point Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on March 13, 2023, to consider several development proposals. These include a final PUD approval for The Willows (deferred from a previous meeting), a site development for a car wash, two primary subdivision plats for professional offices and a collision center, a site development for a warehouse, and a workshop for an automotive tire business. Public comments are accepted in person or via an online form.

• Final P.U.D. approval for The Willows at Delaware Parkway & 129th Ave. (deferred item 22-49)
• Site development for Drive & Shine car wash at 235 E 109th Ave.
• Primary subdivision plat for professional offices at 10977 Broadway (KEVKO, LLC)
• Primary subdivision plat for Caliber Collision at 1018 E Summit St. (M-Details LLC)
• Site development for 2-story warehouse at 619 N Indiana Ave (D&L Wood Products)

The Commission approved site development for a car wash and a warehouse, and granted primary plat approval for professional offices and a collision center. One petition for a residential P.U.D. was deferred, and a tire sales facility was discussed in a workshop.

• Approved site development for Drive & Shine car wash at 235 East 109th Avenue (7-0)
• Approved primary subdivision plat for professional offices at 10977 Broadway (7-0)
• Approved primary subdivision plat for Caliber Collision at 1018 E Summit Street (7-0)
• Approved site development for D&L Wood Products warehouse at 619 North Indiana Avenue (7-0)
• Deferred Petition #22-49 for Olthof Homes P.U.D. at Delaware Parkway & 129th Avenue (7-0)
• Approved February 13, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

City Council

The Crown Point City Council is meeting in executive session to discuss a real estate acquisition under Indiana Code §5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(2)(D). No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Executive session for real estate acquisition
• Meeting held in Mayor's Chambers at City Hall, 101 N. East Street

The Common Council met in an executive session to discuss real estate acquisition. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

City Council

The Crown Point City Council is holding its regular meeting with several ordinances up for second reading, including amendments to the sewage works revenue bond ordinance and a new equitable park impact fee. The council will also hear first readings on ordinances regarding retiree health insurance, payment applications, and a road impact and development payment fund, plus a resolution to transfer funds for the EMA department. Public comments are limited to 5 minutes.

• Ordinance 2023-02-06: Amends sewage works revenue bond ordinance (second reading)
• Ordinance 2023-02-07: Establishes new equitable park impact fee (second reading)
• Ordinance 2023-03-08: Amends retiree health insurance program (first reading)
• Ordinance 2023-03-10: Establishes road impact & development payment fund (first reading)
• Resolution 2023-03-05: Transfer of funds for EMA Department

The City Council adopted ordinances regarding sewage works revenue bonds and an updated park impact fee. They also approved an amendment to the retiree health insurance program to include surviving spouses and authorized a $3,000 fund transfer for the EMA department.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2023-02-06 for sewage works revenue bonds (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2023-02-07 to increase the Park Impact Fee (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2023-03-08 to include surviving spouses in retiree health insurance (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-03-05 to transfer $3,000 to EMA Capital Outlays account (unanimous)
• Approved claims and SRF distributions (unanimous)
• Tabled Ordinance No. 2023-03-09 regarding utility bill payment application for second reading
• Tabled Ordinance No. 2023-03-10 to establish a Road Impact & Development Payment Fund for second reading

Redevelopment Commission

The Crown Point Redevelopment Commission is meeting to discuss new business, including the 2023 paving list and a final façade grant payment for Refuge Coffee at 1150 N. Main St. The agenda also includes approval of previous minutes, invoices, and public comment.

• 2023 RDC Paving List
• Façade Grant Final Payment for 1150 N. Main St Refuge Coffee

The Commission approved approximately $590,000 for the repaving of four specific road sections. A $25,000 facade grant final payment for 1150 N. Main St was also approved. The board approved the February 6, 2023, meeting minutes and invoices dated 2023-3-031.

• Approved $590,000 for repaving 96th Pl, O’Hagan Dr, Madison St, and Ballfields angle parking (unanimous)
• Approved $25,000 facade grant final payment for 1150 N. Main St (unanimous)
• Approved February 6, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved invoices on 2023-3-031 (unanimous)

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Crown Point Board of Public Works and Safety will meet to approve prior minutes, swear in new public safety personnel, and consider several action items. Key items include awarding bids for wastewater utility improvement projects, approving a legal services agreement, soliciting bids for a new ambulance, and releasing bonds for fiber work and a subdivision.

• Swearing in of Police Officer Rogelio Chavez (Badge #124) and Firefighters Carley Jansky and Brett Wisenbaugh
• Award bids for Wastewater Utility Improvement Projects
• Request to solicit bids for a new ambulance
• Approval of General Consulting Services Agreement with DVG
• Release bonds for fiber work on Burrell Drive and Franciscan Drive; Regency Fairways Phase 1 and 2 bonds

The Board approved two major wastewater utility improvement projects and authorized the solicitation of bids for a new ambulance. Other actions included approving a consulting agreement with DVG and renewing software for the PACE Department.

• Awarded Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements (Division A) to Thieneman Construction for $22,767,000.00 (Unanimous)
• Awarded Western County Lift Station and Force Main Expansion (Division C) to Grimmer Construction for $5,085,789.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved solicitation of bids for a new ambulance via HGAC Buy Cooperative Purchase (Unanimous)
• Approved General Consulting Services Agreement with DVG (Unanimous)
• Approved 3-year Pulseway Software renewal not to exceed $1,223.28 per month (Unanimous)
• Approved release of fiber work bonds for Burrell Drive ($3,000) and Franciscan Drive ($2,000) (Unanimous)
• Approved Regency Fairways Phase 1 bond release ($536,294) and maintenance bond acceptance ($376,175.25) (Unanimous)
• Approved Regency Fairways Phase 2 Performance Bond of $33,110.00 (Unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance allowing a parking lot to encroach into the front yard setback by 20 feet at 619 North Indiana Avenue. The board also elected a new Executive Secretary.

• Approved Petition #23-04 for parking lot setback variance at 619 North Indiana Avenue (5-0)
• Elected Josh Watson as Executive Secretary (5-0)
• Approved January 23, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Crown Point Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to consider a Certificate of Appropriateness request for exterior paint and renovation at 357 S Main Street. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and public comment.

• Certificate of Appropriateness request 23-01 by Pete & Ryanne DiCola for exterior paint and renovation at 357 S Main Street

The Historic Preservation Commission approved two Certificates of Appropriateness for property renovations on Main Street. The board also elected a new Executive Secretary and approved previous meeting minutes.

• Elected Josh Watson as Executive Secretary (5-0)
• Approved November 2 and November 9, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Petition #23-01 for exterior paint and renovation at 357 South Main Street, excluding the foundation (5-0)
• Approved Petition #23-02 for a red matte finish building sign at 112 North Main Street (5-0)

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Crown Point Board of Public Works and Safety is meeting to approve minutes, hear utility updates, and vote on several new business items including HIDTA contracts, a vendor permit renewal, street closures for Crown Brewing Fest, and a leave of absence request. The meeting also includes an Employee of the Month recognition.

• Request approval for 2 HIDTA contracts
• Approve annual renewal for vendor permit for Damo's Dogs
• Request approval for street closures for Crown Brewing Fest
• Request approval of leave of absence
• Employee of the Month recognition

The Board of Public Works and Safety denied a six-month unpaid leave of absence for a fire department employee due to staffing concerns. The Board also approved street closures for the Crown Brewing Fest and renewed a vendor permit for Damo’s Dogs.

• Approved two HIDTA contracts (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved annual vendor permit renewal for Damo’s Dogs (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved road closure of East St. from south side of Hack Ct. to north side of Walnut St. for Crown Brewing Fest on June 9-10, 2023 (unanimous voice vote)
• Denied six-month unpaid leave of absence request for Fire Department employee (unanimous voice vote)

Plan Commission

The Crown Point Plan Commission is meeting to consider several development items. Two old business items were withdrawn or deferred, while new business includes a site development request for a residential assisted living home and a workshop for a mixed-use PUD. Public comment is allowed at the meeting and online.

• 22-39 Smith Farm, LLC - Withdrawn: Primary Subdivision Plat Approval for The Greensward Subdivision, south side of 133rd Ave
• 22-49 Olthof Homes - Deferred: Final P.U.D. Approval for The Willows, Delaware Parkway & 129th Ave
• 23-05 Two Hearts Holding/Feather Rock Development: Site Development for Residential Assisted Living Home at 1600 S. Feather Rock Dr
• 23-06 Warhorse Venture Partners/Lake County Trust Co.: Workshop for Mixed Use P.U.D. at NW and SW corners of 109th & Mississippi St

The Commission approved a site plan for an assisted living facility pending gas line approval. Two other subdivision petitions were deferred, and a mixed-use development proposal was discussed in a workshop.

• Approved Petition #23-05 for 'Canvas at Crown Point' assisted living facility subject to Nipsco gas line approval (6-0)
• Deferred Petition #22-39 (The Greensward Subdivision) to next meeting (6-0)
• Deferred Petition #22-49 (The Willows) to next meeting (6-0)
• Elected Josh Watson as Executive Secretary for the Historic Preservation Commission (6-0)
• Approved January 9, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Redevelopment Commission

The Crown Point Redevelopment Commission is meeting to consider acquiring real estate at 923 E. 109th Ave. for future trail expansion, and to discuss capitalized interest for Beacon Hill Draw 30A and 30B. The agenda also includes routine items like approving previous minutes and invoices.

• Acquisition of real estate at 923 E. 109th Ave. for future trail expansion
• Beacon Hill Draw 30A & 30B capitalized interest
• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Approval of invoices

The Redevelopment Commission approved the purchase of a real estate parcel at 923 E. 109th Ave for future bike trail expansion. The board also approved three funding draws for the Beacon Hill project. All motions passed by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved $40,000 funding for real estate at 923 E. 109th Ave for bike trail use (Unanimous)
• Approved Beacon Hill Draw 30A ($425,780.42) and 30B ($260,745.31) (Unanimous)
• Approved Beacon Hill Draw 31 ($460,418.92) (Unanimous)
• Approved January 9, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved invoices on 2023-2-031 (Unanimous)

City Council

The Crown Point Common Council will hold its regular meeting on February 6, 2023, with several items for decision. They will take a second reading on ordinances to amend sewage rates and the 2023 salary ordinance, and a first reading on a new park impact fee and revenue bonds for sewage works. The council will also consider a resolution on a BZA variance for an accounting office, land acquisition for a trail, and fees for EV stations and PACE department.

• Ordinance No. 2022-12-29: Amending sewage works monthly rates and charges (second reading)
• Ordinance No. 2023-01-04: Amending 2023 salary ordinance (second reading)
• Resolution No. 2023-02-04R: Approving BZA variance for accounting office at 1233 E. North St.
• Ordinance No. 2023-02-06: Issuance of revenue bonds for sewage works (first reading)
• Ordinance No. 2023-02-07: Establishing new Equitable Park Impact Fee (first reading)

The Council adopted ordinances to amend sewage works rates and adjust crew leader pay. It also approved the purchase of property for trail expansion and a variance for an accounting office.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2022-12-29 amending sewage works rates (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2023-01-04 adjusting Crew Leader hourly rates (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-02-04 for accounting office variance at 1233 E. North St. (6-1)
• Approved $40,000 purchase of real estate at 923 E. 109th Ave. for trail expansion (unanimous)
• Approved EV station fees of .33C per kilowatt hour (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 PACE Department fees (unanimous)
• Appointed Carol Drasga to the Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Tabled Ordinance No. 2023-02-06 (sewage revenue bonds) and Ordinance No. 2023-02-07 (park impact fee) for second readings

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Crown Point Board of Public Works and Safety will meet to approve prior minutes, recognize an employee of the month, and consider several items including utility updates, a Knights of Columbus fundraiser, fire department payroll changes, and a bid solicitation for two staff vehicles. They will also consider an agreement with American Structurepoint.

• Request to solicit bids to replace 2 staff vehicles (Fire Chief)
• Approve change of payroll from probationary status (Fire Chief)
• Approve change of payroll for merit increases (Fire Chief)
• Accept agreement with American Structurepoint (Public Works Director)
• Approval to hold annual Knights of Columbus Tootsie Roll Drive

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved five contract amendments for water and wastewater projects and authorized several fire department personnel promotions. The Board also approved a new engineering services agreement and the purchase of event management software.

• Approved $39,544.00 CEI-City reimbursement (unanimous)
• Approved five owner-engineer contract amendments, including a $37,300 permitting cost for Silver Hawk Bulk Stormwater Improvements (unanimous)
• Approved Knights of Columbus Tootsie Roll Drive for May 6, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved promotions for Gabriel Azcona and Daniel Becker retroactive to Dec 11, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved merit increases for Jarrett Grady, Jacob Vickery, and Steven Gross retroactive to Jan 27, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved solicitation of bids to replace two staff vehicles (unanimous)
• Approved on-call engineering services agreement with American Structurepoint (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Eventeny software at $2,880.00 annually plus fees (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Crown Point Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on three variance requests: one for a use variance to operate an accounting office in a residential zone, and two for variances from development standards regarding signage size and lot development. The meeting will also include routine items such as approval of minutes and election of officers.

• Variance of Use for accounting office at 1233 E. North St. in R-1 Residential Zone
• Variance from Development Standards for on-building signage exceeding 100 sq ft at 235 E. 109th Ave.
• Variance from Development Standards to develop 2 lots, one not on a public or private street, at 11065 Broadway, Suite D

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved variances for on-building signage at a Drive & Shine location and the development of two lots at 11065 Broadway. The board also issued a favorable recommendation to the City Council for an accounting office variance on East North Street.

• Elected Nick Nochevich as President (5-0)
• Elected Jeremy Taylor as Vice Chairman (5-0)
• Elected Grace Benninger as Executive Secretary (5-0)
• Favorable Recommendation for accounting office at 1233 East North St (4-1)
• Approved signage variance for Drive & Shine at 239 East 109th Ave (4-1)
• Approved variance for 2-lot development at 11065 Broadway (5-0)
• Approved November 28, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved December 27, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The January 23, 2023, Historic Preservation Commission meeting has been canceled due to lack of agenda items. The next regularly scheduled meeting is February 27, 2023.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items
• Next meeting scheduled for February 27, 2023

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Crown Point Board of Public Works and Safety will consider a wide range of items, including a bid opening for an ADA-compliant chair lift, several development agreements, and multiple contracts for services and equipment. The board will also approve agreements for firefighting and EMS services with Center Township, and various PACE-related contracts and fees. This is a regular business meeting with many action items.

• Bid opening for ADA compliant chair lift at City Hall
• Approve agreements with Financial Solutions Group
• Approve amended Great Lake Sports Entertainment (Corn Dogs) agreement
• Approve Willows Development Agreement
• Approve interlocal agreement with Center Township for firefighting and EMS services

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved several development agreements for road improvements on Delaware, accepted bids for a City Hall chair lift and post office parking lot lighting, and authorized new cybersecurity licensing. They also approved annual agreements with Franciscan Health and a maintenance contract for the Bulldog Park ice rink chiller.

• Approved $48,490 bid from DME Elevators & Lifts for City Hall chair lift (unanimous)
• Approved road improvement agreements for The Willows and Canvas Crown Point developments (unanimous)
• Approved $63,600 bid from Midwestern Electric, Inc. for post office parking lot lighting (unanimous)
• Approved $31,795.68 annual Microsoft and $6,390.96 annual Apple security licensing (unanimous)
• Approved 3-year maintenance agreement with Johnson Controls for Bulldog Park chiller (unanimous)
• Approved annual agreements with Franciscan Health and Medical Director Dr. Eric Lombardi (unanimous)
• Released Regency Winter Bond ($200,000) and Summit Street fiber work bond ($6,000) (unanimous)
• Approved 33¢ per kilowatt hour fee for EV charging stations (unanimous)

Redevelopment Commission

The Crown Point Redevelopment Commission is meeting to elect its officers for 2023, review the 2023 advertising overview, and handle any other business. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and invoices, plus public comment. No specific projects, contracts, or dollar amounts are listed.

• Election of Redevelopment Officers for 2023
• 2023 Advertising Overview
• Approval of Invoices

The Commission renewed its current officers for 2023 and approved a set of invoices. Mayor Land introduced Brian Smith as a new member of the commission. Mary Freda provided an overview of city advertising expenditures.

• Approved December 5, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Renewed current officers: Aaron McDermott (President), Tom Keilman (Vice President), and Brad Bosse (Secretary) (unanimous)
• Approved invoices on 2023-1-031 (unanimous)

City Council

The Crown Point City Council is meeting in executive session to discuss real property matters under Indiana Code §5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(2)(D). No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda is limited to the session and adjournment.

• Executive session for real property discussion
• Meeting at Council Chambers, City Hall, 101 N. East Street

The Common Council met in an executive session to discuss real property. No substantive decisions or actions were recorded in the minutes.

Plan Commission

The Crown Point Plan Commission will consider several subdivision plats, a final PUD approval, and workshops for a health care facility and a church. Public comment will be allowed, including via an online form. The agenda includes both old and new business items.

• Primary Subdivision Plat for The Greensward Subdivision (Smith Farm, LLC) at 133rd Ave
• Final P.U.D. Approval for The Willows (Olthof Homes) at Delaware Parkway & 129th Ave
• Primary Subdivision Plat for Gordon Wood Subdivision at 12300 Marshall St
• Primary Subdivision Plat for Canvas at Crown Point (D3C LLC) at E 125th Ave & Delaware St
• Secondary Subdivision Plat for Heather Ridge Subdivision Unit 4 (Lennar Homes) at Mississippi St & E 110th Ln

The Commission approved a 176-unit single-family rental development and a 7-lot subdivision. It also issued a favorable recommendation to the City Council to raise the recreational impact fee to $1,171 per new residential unit. Two other petitions were deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved 176-unit 'Canvas at Crown Point' rental subdivision (5-2)
• Approved 7-lot Gordon Wood Subdivision with 3 design waivers (7-0)
• Approved Heather Ridge Subdivision Unit 4 secondary plat (6-0)
• Approved secondary plat for car wash and credit union at 10951 Broadway (7-0)
• Recommended recreational impact fee increase to $1,171 with up to 5% annual adjustment (7-0)
• Deferred Petition #22-39 (Smith Farm LLC) to next meeting (7-0)
• Deferred Petition #22-49 (Olthof Homes) to next meeting (7-0)
• Elected John Marshall as Chairman, Daniel Rohaley as Vice-Chairman, and Grace Benninger as Executive Secretary (7-0 each)

City Council

The Crown Point City Council will hold public hearings and votes on several items, including a sewage rate increase, a rezone for industrial use, and two street vacations. They will also consider special use permits for a veterinary clinic and a cultural arts center, and a resolution on a body shop that received an unfavorable recommendation.

• Ordinance 2022-12-29: Public hearing and second reading to amend sewage rates and charges
• Ordinance 2023-01-03: First reading to rezone 1015 & I-65 from B-3 Business to I-1 Industrial
• Petition to vacate part of Ann Street and Ordinance 2023-01-01 (first reading)
• Petition to vacate parcel south of Penn Central Railroad and Ordinance 2023-01-02 (first reading)
• Resolution 2023-01-01R: Special use for veterinary clinic at 1217 Arrowhead Court

The City Council authorized the acquisition of real property on 121st Ave for a secondary wastewater treatment plant. Other key actions included approving a rezone for an industrial warehouse and granting special use permits for a veterinary clinic and arts center.

• Approved acquisition of real property on 121st Ave for wastewater treatment plant (unanimous)
• Approved rezone from B-3 Business to I-1 Industrial at 101st & I-65 (7-0)
• Approved special use for veterinary clinic at 1217 Arrowhead Court (unanimous)
• Approved special use for cultural arts center at 2323 N. Main St. (unanimous)
• Denied special use for body shop at 785 N. Superior Drive (5-1-1)
• Adopted Bond Ordinance No. 2022-12-28 for sewage works improvements (6-0)
• Approved vacation of part of Ann Street (7-0)
• Approved vacation of parcel south of Penn Central Railroad (7-0)

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Crown Point Board of Public Works and Safety will consider approving the Pennsy Route Agreement and contracts for police promotional testing. The board will also receive utility updates and approve minutes from the December 21, 2022 meeting.

• Approve Pennsy Route Agreement
• Approve Promotional Testing Contracts for Police Department
• Utility updates from Al Stong
• Approval of minutes from December 21, 2022 meeting

The Board approved a $10,000 supplement for the Veteran Memorial and Pennsy Trail Extension Project due to a route change. It also approved two contracts with the International Association of Chiefs of Police for Corporal and Sergeant promotional testing and a utility reimbursement.

• Approved December 21, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved SRF Disbursement #40 reimbursement of $40,189.00 for Water Main Looping and Pump Station Site Improvements (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 supplement to Butler Fairman for Veteran Memorial and Pennsy Trail Extension Project reroute (unanimous)
• Approved two promotional testing contracts for Corporal and Sergeant positions via the International Association of Chiefs of Police (unanimous)

City Council

This agenda only lists the Crown Point Common Council's regular meeting dates for 2023, with no policy items. Meetings are generally the first Monday of each month at 7:00 P.M. in Council Chambers, with a few exceptions noted.

• 2023 meeting schedule: Jan 9, Feb 6, Mar 6, Apr 3, May 1, Jun 5, Jul 3, Aug 7, Sep 5 (Tue), Oct 2, Nov 6, Dec 4
• Meetings at 7:00 P.M. except Jan 9 and Sep 5 at 6:00 P.M.
• Hybrid format with Zoom available
• Location: City Hall, 101 N. East Street, Council Chambers

Board of Public Works & Safety

This agenda only establishes the annual meeting schedule for the Crown Point Board of Public Works and Safety for 2023. No decisions, proposals, or discussion items are listed. The board will meet on the first and third Wednesday of each month at 11:00 a.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall, with Zoom and hybrid options available.

• Meetings scheduled for first and third Wednesdays at 11:00 a.m. throughout 2023
• Location: Council Chambers, City Hall, 101 N. East Street, Crown Point, IN
• Hybrid and Zoom participation available