Crown Point public meetings in 2024

Historic Preservation Commission

This meeting of the Crown Point Historic Preservation Commission scheduled for December 23, 2024, has been cancelled because there were no items to discuss. The next regular meeting is on January 27, 2025, at 4:00 p.m.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals meeting scheduled for December 23, 2024, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Crown Point Common Council. They will consider approval of claims and budget encumbrances, and three resolutions: a budgetary transfer for cemetery general funds, authorization to purchase real estate at the intersection of East Street and Joliet Street, and authorization to acquire real property for the Downtown Interceptor Project. The meeting also includes a presentation and miscellaneous matters.

• Resolution 2024-12-28R – Budgetary transfer of Cemetery General Funds
• Resolution 2024-12-29R – Authorizing purchase of real estate at East Street and Joliet Street
• Resolution 2024-12-30R – Authorizing acquisition of real property for Downtown Interceptor Project
• Approval of Claims, SRF Distributions and Budget Encumbrances to be carried over to 2025

The Crown Point City Council held a special meeting and approved all items on the agenda. They authorized a budgetary transfer for cemetery funds, approved appraisals for the purchase of a leased lot at East and Joliet Streets, and authorized the acquisition of right-of-ways for the Downtown Interceptor Project. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved claims, SRF disbursements, and budget encumbrances (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-12-28R for cemetery general fund transfer (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-12-29R authorizing appraisals for purchase of East/Joliet St. property (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-12-30R authorizing right-of-way acquisition for Downtown Interceptor Project (unanimous)

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Crown Point Board of Public Works and Safety will consider authorizing an appraisal of the East/Joliet Street parking lot, updating the police body-worn camera policy, and approving several contracts including insurance renewal, HIDTA agreements, and a T-Mobile service agreement. The meeting also includes a special recognition for the Adopt a Family Program donation.

• Res. #2024-12-02R: Request to authorize appraisal of real estate valuation for the East/Joliet Street parking lot
• Request to approve updated Policy #433 for body-worn cameras
• Request approval of renewal of property & casualty insurance (deferred from 12-4-24 meeting)
• Request approval of contracts for HIDTA (High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area)
• Request approval of 2024 road inventory

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved the renewal of the city's Property & Casualty Insurance Policy with Foundation Risk Partners, noting a 6.9% premium increase for 2025. They also approved multiple contracts, permits, and purchases, including two police vehicles, a solicitor's permit, and several infrastructure-related disbursements. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Property & Casualty Insurance renewal with Foundation Risk Partners (unanimous)
• Approved two 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe PPV police vehicles for $101,840 (unanimous)
• Approved Alpha Storm Solutions yearly solicitor's permit (unanimous)
• Approved HIDTA contracts (unanimous)
• Approved attorney contracts for 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Hack Court outdoor seating license agreements for Culinary Misfits and Public Bar and Rec (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to authorize appraisal of East/Joliet Street parking lot (unanimous)
• Approved easement and MOU with Buckeye Pipeline Company L.P. (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Crown Point Plan Commission will hold a meeting on December 9, 2024, to discuss several development proposals and applications. Old business items include updates on an assisted living facility, industrial park plat approval, a building addition, and a final plan for multi-family townhomes. New business features a request to rezone property at 1820 E South St from B-3 to R-3 residential, and two workshop requests for a food truck dining venue and a professional office.

• 24-48: Change of Zone from B-3 to R-3 Residential at 1820 E South St
• 24-47: Final Plan – Phase 1 for Multi-Family Residential Townhomes at NE Corner of US 231 & Delaware
• 24-45: Secondary Plat Approval for Troutwine Industrial Park at SW Corner of Troutwine & Millenium Dr
• 24-49: Workshop for Food Truck Dining & Entertainment at NW of Mississippi St & East 111th Pl
• 24-50: Workshop for Professional Office at 111 US 231

The Crown Point Plan Commission approved three petitions: a facade change for the Dover Development assisted living facility at 10255 Broadway, a secondary plat for Troutwine Industrial Park, and a site development for a building addition at 1155 Troutwine Rd. A final plan for the 198-unit Wellspring townhome development was deferred pending a material list. A change of zone for 1820 E South St received a favorable recommendation.

• Approved Petition 23-29: assisted living facility facade change at 10255 Broadway (7-0)
• Approved Petition 24-45: secondary plat for Troutwine Industrial Park, subject to legal discussion and agreement recording (7-0)
• Approved Petition 24-46: site development for DVG building addition at 1155 Troutwine Rd (7-0)
• Deferred Petition 24-47: final plan for 198-unit Wellspring townhomes pending material list (7-0)
• Favorable recommendation for Petition 24-48: change of zone from B-3 to R-3 at 1820 E South St (5-0)

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will consider insurance renewals and a new hire for the EMA. The body will also hold a hearing regarding an unsafe building and discuss utility updates.

• Hearing on Notice of Unsafe Building at 400 E. North Street
• Approval of renewals for Worker’s Compensation/Property & Casualty
• Extension to the existing HIDTA Fiduciary Agreement
• Request for a new hire for the CP EMA Director
• Utility updates from Al Stong/Commonwealth

Tax Abatement

The Human Resources and Economic Development Committee will hold a public hearing and discuss two new personal property tax abatement requests. The requests are from Core X at 13480 Mississippi Parkway and Arcadia Cold LLC at 13301 Mississippi Parkway. Final approval will be considered at the City Council meeting later the same evening.

• Core X – 13480 Mississippi Parkway (Personal Property) tax abatement request
• Arcadia Cold LLC – 13301 Mississippi Parkway (Personal Property) tax abatement request
• Note: Final approval at City Council meeting at 7:00 p.m. on December 2, 2024

City Council

The council will hold second readings on several ordinances including economic development revenue bonds for the Point 65 project (Ordinance 2024-10-35) and additional appropriations for the police department, community crossing grants, and ARP funds. A public hearing will be held on confirming an economic revitalization area for Point 65. New business includes a public hearing on vacating a portion of John Street, and two personal property tax abatements for CoreX Chicagoland Opoc LLC and Arcadia Cold LLC. Additionally, two BZA recommendations will be considered: an unfavorable recommendation for a mobile dog grooming business variance at 216 W. South Street, and a favorable recommendation for a fitness facility special use at 1307 S. Main Street.

• Resolution 2024-12-24R approving creation of new allocation area Point 65
• Ordinance 2024-10-35 authorizing economic development revenue bonds for Point 65 (second reading)
• Ordinance 2024-11-36 for Crown Point Police Department additional appropriations
• Ordinance 2024-12-40 vacating a portion of John Street (public hearing and first reading)
• Personal property tax abatements for CoreX Chicagoland Opoc LLC and Arcadia Cold LLC

Redevelopment Commission

The Crown Point Redevelopment Commission will vote on a resolution to pledge TIF revenues to economic development revenue bonds for the Point 65 Project. The board will also consider a façade grant for 100 S. Main St and approve invoices and prior meeting minutes.

• Resolution 2024-12-02R pledging TIF revenues to Economic Development Revenue Bonds for the Point 65 Project
• Façade grant for 100 S. Main St
• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Approval of invoices

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will review three variance requests. These include a request for a sportsplex and signage changes at 1307 S. Main St., and a mobile dog grooming business at 216 W South St.

• Variance of Use for mobile dog grooming business at 216 W South St
• Variance from Development Standards for signage and setback encroachment at 1307 S. Main St.
• Variance of Use to allow a sportsplex in an R-1 Residential Zone at 1307 S. Main St.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness for repairs and façade work at 100 S. Main St. The petitioner is Livia Centofanti. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and public comment.

• Certificate of Appropriateness request by Livia Centofanti for repairs/façade work at 100 S. Main St.

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will consider approving the purchase of a new fire apparatus, a Safe Streets for All grant agreement and RFP solicitation, a correction to a maintenance bond for Willows Phase 2, and personnel matters including a fire department promotion list and a new hire. The meeting also includes utility updates and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Request approval to purchase new fire apparatus (Fire Chief Mark Baumgardner Jr.)
• Request approval of Safe Streets for All Grant Agreement and authorization to solicit RFP (Greg Falkowski)
• Request approval of correction of maintenance bond dollar amount for Willows Phase 2 (Terry Ciciora)
• Request approval for certification/acceptance of 2025-2026 Crown Point Fire Department promotion list (Fire Chief)
• Request approval for a new hire (Mike Wysocki/CP EMA Director)

Plan Commission

The Crown Point Plan Commission will hear an update on a TIF reimbursement resolution amendment for the Pickle Anytime assisted living facility at 10255 Broadway. New business includes secondary plat approvals for Golden Meadows Phase 2 single-family subdivision, Troutwine Industrial Park, a building addition at 1155 Troutwine Road, and a final plan for multi-family townhomes at US 231 and Delaware. Public comment is accepted at the meeting and online.

• TIF reimbursement amendment update for Pickle Anytime assisted living facility at 10255 Broadway
• Secondary plat approval for Golden Meadows Phase 2 single-family subdivision at Brackenbury Ln & Burrell Dr
• Secondary plat approval for Troutwine Industrial Park at SW corner of Troutwine & Millenium Dr
• Site development for building addition at 1155 Troutwine Road
• Final plan for Phase 1 multi-family townhomes at NE corner of US 231 & Delaware

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board will vote on several routine approvals including 2025 insurance renewals, lane closures for Christmas on the Square, and contracts for Santa Claus and New Year's Eve DJ services. It will also consider updates to fire department rules, door-to-door solicitor permits, and the release of performance bonds for multiple subdivisions. A proclamation for Skilled Trades Day will be presented.

• Approval of 2025 insurance renewals (Human Resource Director Karen Marben and Rich Mitchum)
• Lane closures for Christmas on the Square (Ken Michaels, Crown Point Chamber)
• Renewal and 3 new door-to-door solicitor permits for Power Homes Remodeling
• Adoption of updated rules and regulations for the Fire Department (Chief Mark Baumgardner Jr.)
• Release of performance bonds and acceptance of maintenance bonds for Summertree 3A, Gordon Woods, Golden Meadows Phases 1 and 2, and Willows Phase 2

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a final action resolution (Resolution 2024-11-1R) approving a project related to Point 65. The agenda also includes a project report on Point 65, approval of previous meeting minutes, old business, invoices, and public comment.

• Public hearing on Resolution 2024-11-1R – Final Action Resolution Approving Project
• Project report on Point 65
• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Approval of invoices
• Public comment opportunity

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings and first readings on additional appropriations for the Police Department, Community Crossing Grant Fund, and ARP Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund. They will also consider a first reading to amend the 2025 Employee Salary Ordinance, approve a conflict of interest for a photography contract, and approve 2024/2025 PACE fees. Old business includes two deferred ordinances related to economic development financing.

• Public hearing and first reading for Police Department additional appropriations (Ordinance 2024-11-36)
• Public hearing and first reading for Community Crossing Grant Fund additional appropriations (Ordinance 2024-11-37)
• Public hearing and first reading for ARP Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund additional appropriations (Ordinance 2024-11-38)
• First reading to amend 2025 Employee Salary Ordinance (Ordinance 2024-11-39)
• Approve conflict of interest for Evan Dinterman/E&L Photography and 2024/2025 PACE fees

City Council

This is an executive session meeting closed to the public, with the sole substantive item being discussion of litigation matters under Indiana Code § 5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(2)(B). No votes or public decisions are scheduled; the meeting is procedural and limited to roll call, the litigation discussion, and adjournment.

• Discussion of litigation matters in closed session

Redevelopment Commission

The Redevelopment Commission will hold a public hearing on a resolution to confirm an Economic Revitalization Area and another to capture personal property assessed value. They will also review the 2025 TIF spending plan, hear from the Lake County Economic Alliance, and consider payments for real estate acquisition and facade grants for 100 S. Main St and 115 S. Court St.

• Public hearing on Resolution 2024-11-2R approving an Economic Revitalization Area
• Public hearing on Resolution 2024-11-3R for capturing personal property assessed value
• Annual TIF meeting and presentation of 2025 TIF spending plan
• Request for payment on Report of Appraisers for real estate acquisition
• Façade grant for 100 S. Main St and final payment for 115 S. Court St

Board of Zoning Appeals

The October 28, 2024 Board of Zoning Appeals meeting has been canceled because no agenda items were submitted. The next regularly scheduled BZA meeting is November 25, 2024.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will decide whether to approve a Certificate of Appropriateness for a garage addition at 114 W South St. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and public comment. No other substantive items are listed.

• Certificate of Appropriateness request (24-14) by David Jancosek for a garage addition at 114 W South St

City Council

At this special meeting, the Crown Point Common Council will hold the second reading and vote on Ordinance No. 2024-09-25, which appropriates funds for city departments for the 2025 fiscal year. The meeting also includes procedural items such as the pledge of allegiance, roll call, and scheduling the next regular meeting.

• Ordinance No. 2024-09-25 – Adoption of the 2025 City Budget appropriating funds for all city departments from Jan 1 to Dec 31, 2025

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will vote on approving a contract with bsi Online for FOG (fats, oils, grease) tracking. They will also consider requests to purchase a 2023 Ram 2500 utility truck and a 2024 GMC Sierra HD. Minutes from the October 2 meeting will be approved.

• Approval of contract with bsi Online for FOG tracking
• Request to purchase a 2023 Ram 2500 utility truck
• Request to purchase a 2024 GMC Sierra HD
• Approval of minutes from October 2, 2024 meeting
• Utility updates from Al Stong/Commonwealth

Plan Commission

The Crown Point Plan Commission will vote on several development requests, including a primary plat for a single-family subdivision at 3905 W 133rd Ave, site development for a multi-tenant retail building at 575 E 109th Pl, a building addition at Franciscan Health Crown Point, and two proposals for multi-family townhomes at the NE corner of US 231 & Delaware. Old business includes a presentation on a TIF reimbursement amendment for Pickle Anytime.

• Primary Plat Approval – Smith Farm, LLC – Single Family Residential Subdivision – 3905 W 133rd Ave
• Site Development – I-65 Beacon Hill Partners – Multi-tenant Retail – 575 E 109th Pl
• Site Development – Tonn & Blank Construction – Building Addition – Franciscan Health Crown Point – 12750 Saint Francis Dr
• Primary Plat Approval – CPD Partners – Multi-Family Residential Townhomes – NE Corner US 231 & Delaware
• Site Development – CPD Partners – Multi-Family Residential Townhomes – NE Corner US 231 & Delaware

The Crown Point Plan Commission deadlocked 3-3 on a motion to adopt an order approving a TIF reimbursement resolution, then voted 5-1 to defer the order to the next meeting. The commission approved primary plat approval for The Greensward subdivision (3-2), site development for a multi-tenant retail building (5-0), and site development for the Franciscan Health cancer center addition (5-0). Two petitions for townhomes at US 231/Delaware were dismissed after the petitioner withdrew them to reapply under the correct classification.

• TIF reimbursement order deferred to next meeting (5-1)
• Approved primary plat for The Greensward, 54-lot subdivision (3-2)
• Approved site development for multi-tenant retail at 575 E 109th Pl (5-0)
• Approved site development for Franciscan Health cancer center addition (5-0)
• Dismissed petition 24-42 for townhomes at US 231/Delaware (5-0)
• Dismissed petition 24-43 for townhomes at US 231/Delaware (5-0)

City Council

The Crown Point City Council will hold a public hearing on the 2025 city budget (Ordinance 2024-09-25) and consider second readings on ordinances for elected and appointed officials' salaries, fat/oil/grease management, and several bond issuances including casino-series bonds. New business includes a special use resolution for professional offices at 1155 Troutwine Rd, a tax abatement declaration, and a first reading for economic development revenue bonds for the Point 65 Project. The council will also approve cost and sponsorship fees for the New Year's Eve event.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2024-09-25: 2025 city budget appropriations
• Second reading of Ordinance 2024-09-26: salaries for elected officials 2025
• Second reading of Ordinance 2024-09-31: general obligation bonds of 2024 (casino series)
• Resolution 2024-10-19R: special use for professional offices in I-1 zone at 1155 Troutwine Rd (favorable BZA recommendation 3-0)
• First reading of Ordinance 2024-10-35: economic development revenue bonds for Point 65 Project

Redevelopment Commission

The Redevelopment Commission is meeting to conduct regular business and review a specific grant payment. The board will discuss the final payment for a façade grant at 122 N. Court St.

• Final payment for Façade Grant at 122 N. Court St

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will approve minutes from September 18 and recognize the Employee of the Month. New business includes permits, banner approvals, CivicServe agreements, a vehicle purchase, a sensory trailer solicitation, event fees, a contract amendment, equipment cost updates, and bond releases.

• Approve door-to-door solicitation for Alpha Storm Solutions
• Approve spaghetti supper banners for St. Mary's School
• Request approval of CivicServe Agreements
• Approve purchase of PACE Administration Vehicle
• Approve to solicit proposals and donations for Sensory Trailer

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Crown Point Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on four zoning items, including a request for a special use to allow multi-unit townhomes in an R-3 residential district and three requests related to professional offices at 1155 Troutwine Rd. The board will also consider approving minutes from a previous meeting and hear public comments.

• 24-19: Special use request by Windimere Townhomes LLC to allow multi-unit townhomes in R-3 Residential at 1525 W 96th Ave
• 24-20: Special use request by DVG Team Inc./CP Storage LLC for professional offices (engineering & surveying) at 1155 Troutwine Rd
• 24-21: Variance from development standards to allow side setback encroachment at 1155 Troutwine Rd
• 24-22: Variance from development standards to allow front setback encroachment at 1155 Troutwine Rd

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to discuss a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness. The session focuses on a signage approval request for a property on S East St.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for signage at 229 S East St. (Petitioner: Andrew Kutanovski)

Plan Commission

The Crown Point Plan Commission will consider a site development approval for a new plastic surgery office at 751 W Burrell Dr, and will also receive a presentation on a TIF reimbursement amending resolution and plan related to Pickle Anytime. Public comment will be accepted both in person and online.

• Site development approval request for Petrungaro Plastic Surgery office at 751 W Burrell Dr
• Presentation on Order on TIF Reimbursement Amending Resolution and Plan for Pickle Anytime
• Public hearing comment available via online form and in-person meeting

The Crown Point Plan Commission held a special meeting and approved a site development plan for a plastic surgery office at 751 W Burrell Dr. The commission also deferred approval of the September 9th minutes and deferred a TIF reimbursement presentation to the next meeting. The vote on the site plan was unanimous (5-0).

• Approved site development for plastic surgery office at 751 W Burrell Dr (5-0)
• Deferred approval of September 9th minutes to next meeting
• Deferred TIF reimbursement presentation to next meeting

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will hold a public hearing and consider adopting a resolution recommending a reimbursement ordinance to the Common Council. No other business is on the agenda.

• Public hearing on and adoption of a resolution recommending the Reimbursement Ordinance to the Common Council

The Crown Point Economic Development Commission approved a report and resolution supporting the issuance of a Taxable Economic Development Revenue Note, Series 2024, to reimburse Pickle Anytime Properties, LLC for enhancements to a 28,000-square-foot entertainment and fitness facility at the northeast corner of Summit Street and Merrillville Road. The vote was 4-0. No public comments were offered regarding adverse competitive effects.

• Approved Project Report for Series 2024 Note (4-0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing Reimbursement Agreement and financing documents (4-0)

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will consider awarding a bid for a skatepark, receive utility updates from Commonwealth, and vote on permission for a "Fill the Helmet" fundraiser for the Crown Point Lacrosse team. The board will also consider a request to purchase a utility vehicle for the Public Works Department and approve minutes from the September 4 meeting.

• Award bid for Skatepark – Jennie Burgess/Parks Director
• Utility Updates – Al Stong/Commonwealth
• Approve permission for "Fill the Helmet" fundraiser for Crown Point Lacrosse team
• Request permission to purchase a utility vehicle – Terry Ciciora/Public Works Director
• Approval of minutes from September 4, 2024 regular meeting

The Board of Public Works and Safety awarded the skatepark construction bid to Gariup Construction for $1,783,000.00, approved several utility payments, and authorized a Morton Salt contract for the 2024/2025 season at $70.00 per ton. The board also approved a fundraiser for the Crown Point Lacrosse Club, a utility vehicle purchase, and signage and a bond for Surf Internet fiber construction.

• Awarded skatepark bid to Gariup Construction for $1,783,000.00 (unanimous)
• Approved CEl-City SFR Disbursement #59 for $759.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Thieneman Partial Payment Application #16, SRF Disbursement #2L: $534,299.00 to contractor and $28,121.00 to retainage (unanimous)
• Approved 'Fill the Helmet' fundraiser for Crown Point Lacrosse Club on Oct 5 and Oct 19, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2013 John Deere Gator utility vehicle for $15,999.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Morton Salt contract for 2024/2025 at $70.00/ton for 3,000 tons (unanimous)
• Approved signage request from Surf Internet for fiber construction (unanimous)
• Accepted $50,000.00 bond from Surf Internet for fiber work (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Crown Point Plan Commission will review a TIF reimbursement amendment (Pickle Anytime), a primary plat for an industrial park at Troutwine & Millenium, and a workshop for a residential subdivision at California St & 101st. Old business includes a facade change for an assisted living facility at 10255 Broadway. The meeting also allows public comment via an online form.

• 24-32: Site development update for Cedarhurst of Crown Point assisted living facility facade change at 10255 Broadway
• Presentation on TIF Reimbursement Amending Resolution and Plan (Pickle Anytime)
• 24-36: Primary Plat Approval for CP Storage LLC industrial park at SW Corner of Troutwine & Millenium
• 24-37: Workshop for Providence Real Estate residential subdivision at California St & 101st

The Crown Point Plan Commission deferred a resolution to add a 28,000 sq ft pickleball facility to the 1987/Point 65 TIF area after a motion to approve with amended language failed. The commission also approved primary plat approval for the Troutwine Industrial Park subdivision and held a workshop on a proposed residential subdivision at California St & 101st.

• Deferred Point 65 TIF resolution for pickleball facility to next meeting (5-1)
• Approved primary plat for Troutwine Industrial Park (6-0)
• Held workshop on Summertree residential subdivision; no vote taken

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will review open bids for a skatepark and consider a fee increase for adult fall softball leagues. The body will also discuss utility updates and a building agreement for Wheeler.

• Open bids for Skatepark
• Fee increase for Adult Fall Softball Leagues
• Wheeler Accessory Building Agreement
• Tree Bonfire Celebration at the Lake County Fairgrounds
• Bucket Drive permission for Crown Point High School Dance Team Booster Club

The Board of Public Works and Safety accepted the lowest bid for the skatepark from Garriup Construction, pending review by Legal and Engineering. They also approved several utility disbursements, a bucket drive, an accessory building agreement, a tree bonfire event, and a fee increase for adult fall softball leagues.

• Accepted Garriup Construction skatepark bid ($1,547,500 base, $235,500 alternate) (unanimous)
• Approved Grimmer Pay Application #1 Disbursement Request #58 ($239,258 contractor, $12,593 retainage) (unanimous)
• Approved CEl-City Reimbursement SRF Disbursement #45 ($179,218) (unanimous)
• Approved Grimmer Pay Application #13, SRF Disbursement Forms #46 & 1L ($363,188.81 contractor, $19,115.20 retainage) (unanimous)
• Approved bucket drive for Crown Point High School Dance Team Booster Club on Sept 14 & 28 (unanimous)
• Approved Wheeler Accessory Building Agreement with school (unanimous)
• Approved Tree Bonfire Celebration at Lake County Fairgrounds on Jan 5, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved fee increase for Adult Fall Softball Leagues from $550 to $625 (unanimous)

City Council

The Crown Point City Council and Redevelopment Commission are meeting in a joint executive session. The session is designated for interviews and negotiations with industrial and commercial prospects.

• Interviews and negotiations with industrial and commercial prospects

City Council

The Crown Point Common Council will hold first readings on the 2025 city budget, salaries for elected and appointive officials, and several bond ordinances totaling millions. A public hearing and second reading are scheduled for an additional appropriation for the PACE Department. The council will also consider a variance request to allow a tattoo parlor at 114 Hack Ct.

• Ordinance 2024-09-25: First reading of the 2025 city budget
• Ordinances 2024-09-26/27: Salaries for elected officials and appointive officers, police, and fire departments
• Resolution 2024-09-18R: Variance of use for a tattoo parlor at 114 Hack Ct. (BZA recommended 4-0)
• Ordinances 2024-09-30 through 2024-09-34: Authorizing issuance and appropriation of general obligation bonds and a taxable economic development revenue note
• Ordinance 2024-09-24: Additional appropriations for PACE Department concessions and supplies (public hearing and second reading)

Redevelopment Commission

The Redevelopment Commission will consider amending the declaratory resolution for the 1987/Interstate I65-East Side Redevelopment Area related to the TIF reimbursement program, establishing an economic revitalization area, amending the Point 65 Allocation Area, and a façade grant for 105 S. Court St. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and invoices, and public comment.

• Amending Declaratory Resolution for 1987/I-65 East Side Redevelopment Area (TIF Reimbursement Program)
• Declaratory Resolution for new Economic Revitalization Area
• Amending Declaratory Resolution for Point 65 Allocation Area
• Façade Grant for 105 S. Court St.

The Crown Point Redevelopment Commission approved three resolutions related to TIF and tax abatement areas, plus a $25,000 facade grant for 105 S. Court St. One resolution (09-03-1R) passed 3-1, with Laura Sauerman voting no. The commission also took under advisement a $175,000 bid for Sportsplex Lot 4.

• Approved Resolution 09-03-1R amending the 1987/Interstate 165-East Side Redevelopment Area TIF list (3-1, Sauerman no)
• Approved Resolution 09-03-2R establishing an Economic Revitalization Area for personal property tax abatements (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 09-03-3R amending the Point 65 Allocation Area (unanimous)
• Approved $25,000 facade grant for 105 S. Court St. (unanimous)
• Approved invoices list 2024-9-031 (unanimous)
• Took under advisement $175,000 bid from Broadfield LLC for Sportsplex Lot 4

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Crown Point Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on four new variance requests at its August 26 meeting. Items include a use variance to allow a tattoo parlor in the B-1 Business Zone at 114 Hack Ct., two variances for an accessory structure exceeding size and height limits at 11616 Delaware St., and a variance for shared access in a front setback at 107 E State Road 8 (US 231). The board will also approve minutes and take public comment.

• 24-15: Variance of Use to allow tattoo parlor in B-1 zone at 114 Hack Ct.
• 24-16: Variance from Development Standards for accessory structure over 900 sq ft at 11616 Delaware St.
• 24-17: Variance from Development Standards for accessory structure over 16 ft height at 11616 Delaware St.
• 24-18: Variance from Development Standards for shared access in front setback at 107 E State Road 8 (US 231)

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance of use to allow a tattoo parlor at 114 Hack Ct. in a B-1 Business Zone, with conditions that services be out of public view and hours end by 10pm. The board also approved variances for a large accessory structure at 11616 Delaware St. and a shared access road at 107 E State Road, with specific contingencies.

• Approved variance of use for tattoo parlor at 114 Hack Ct. (4-0, 1 abstention), contingent on services out of public view and 10pm closing
• Approved variance for 2,400 sq ft accessory structure at 11616 Delaware St. (4-0, 1 abstention), contingent on personal use only and no outdoor storage
• Approved variance for accessory structure height over 16 ft at 11616 Delaware St. (4-0, 1 abstention), same contingencies as 24-16
• Approved variance for shared access road in front setback at 107 E State Road (3-2), contingent on staff comments and Findings of Fact
• Approved June 24, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously

Historic Preservation Commission

The Crown Point Historic Preservation Commission will review two Certificate of Appropriateness requests at its August 26 meeting. Old Business item 24-10 seeks approval for a mural at 210 South Main St. New Business item 24-11 involves facade restoration at 105 S. Court St. No other significant business is listed; the meeting also includes routine call to order, roll call, approval of minutes, and public comment.

• Certificate of Appropriateness request by Alex Fjeldheim/TSA Properties for a mural at 210 South Main St.
• Certificate of Appropriateness request by Crown Construction Contracting Ltd/JK Northwest Properties LLC for facade restoration at 105 S. Court St.

The Historic Preservation Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for facade restoration at 105 S Court St, contingent on keeping the lower level unpainted, painting the second floor, and cleaning/tuckpointing the entire structure. Lighting and signage must be approved by staff. The commission also approved the withdrawal of a mural petition for 210 S Main St and discussed two new proposals, including a coffee shop office space and a garage addition, without taking action.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for facade restoration at 105 S Court St (unanimous)
• Approved withdrawal of mural petition 24-10 for 210 S Main St (unanimous)
• Approved July 22, 2024 meeting minutes with corrected adjournment time (unanimous)

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will meet to discuss personnel promotions and infrastructure bonds. The body is reviewing a mower purchase and a professional agreement for the Parks department.

• Promotion of Officers Henry Georgas and Joseph Ivezic to Patrolman
• Acceptance of Two-Year Maintenance Bond for Willows Ph 1
• Approval of mower purchase for Parks department
• Acceptance of Butler, Fairman & Seufert Agreement
• Request to release an item from IT inventory

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved multiple water and wastewater project contracts and disbursements, including a $574,363 contract for a new 24-inch water supply line and a $380,000 amendment for the Downtown Interceptor Project. Two police officers were promoted from probationary status to patrolmen, and several other items were approved, including a mower purchase and bond acceptances. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved CEI-City Reimbursement Disbursement Request #57 for $2,473.00 (unanimous)
• Approved CEI-City SRF Disbursement #43 for $191,278.00 and Thieneman Pay Application #15 totaling $641,981.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Lead Service Line Contract Amendment for $467,274.00 (unanimous)
• Approved New 24" Water Supply Line contract for $574,363.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Downtown Interceptor Project Amendment for $380,000.00 (unanimous)
• Approved promotions of Officers Henry Georgas and Joseph Ivezic to Patrolman (unanimous)
• Approved release of Performance Bond and acceptance of two new bonds for The Willows Phase 1 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of mower for $16,498.40 from Terpstra's Sales and Service (unanimous)

City Council

The Crown Point Common Council is holding a special meeting to introduce the proposed 2025 budget. No additional details or dollar amounts are provided in the agenda.

• Introduction of the 2025 City Budget

The Crown Point City Council held a special meeting to review the proposed 2025 budget, introduced by Mayor Land and financial advisor Greg Guerrettaz. Key topics included rising health insurance rates, salary adjustments for employees and police, road resurfacing plans, and potential state-level tax changes. No formal votes or decisions were made; the meeting was informational only.

• Introduced 2025 budget for review (no vote)
• Discussed health insurance rate increases
• Discussed salary increases for police and other departments
• Discussed road resurfacing target of 15 miles in 2025
• Discussed court budget request for equipment replacement

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider several requests for site development and plat extensions. These proposals include residential, commercial, and healthcare-related projects across the city.

• Primary Plat Extension for residential use at 600 Block of W Burrell Dr
• Site Development Update for a building addition at 10215 Broadway
• Site Development Update for an assisted living facility façade change at 10255 Broadway
• Site Development for a warehouse/cold storage at 13301 Mississippi Parkway
• Site Development for a parking lot at 114 N. West St.

The Crown Point Plan Commission unanimously approved a 323,000 sq ft cold storage facility at 13301 Mississippi Parkway, including a stormwater detention waiver. They also approved a site development for a 5,000 sq ft addition to the Community Stroke and Rehab Center, a parking lot at 114 N. West St., and extensions for the Dover Development and Golden Meadows subdivisions. A workshop for a commercial subdivision at 109th/Broadway was discussed but no decision was made.

• Approved 323,000 sq ft cold storage facility at 13301 Mississippi Parkway with stormwater waiver (unanimous)
• Approved 5,000 sq ft addition to Community Stroke and Rehab Center at 10215 Broadway (unanimous)
• Approved parking lot at 114 N. West St. after demolition of existing structure (unanimous)
• Approved 30-day deferment for Dover Development facade change at 10255 Broadway (unanimous)
• Approved 12-month primary plat extension for Golden Meadows subdivision (unanimous)

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will meet on August 7, 2024, to approve prior meeting minutes and recognize the Employee of the Month. New business includes considering a request to hold a boot drive for Community Help Network, reviewing uncollectible accounts, and approving a new Memorandum of Understanding from Lake County Animal Control. The board will also vote on purchasing a Gutermann Leak Correlator for water leak detection and a new mass communications system.

• Approval of minutes from July 24, 2024 regular meeting
• Recognition of Employee of the Month for August
• Request to hold a boot drive for Community Help Network
• Purchase of Gutermann Leak Correlator for water leak detection
• Purchase of new mass communications system

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved all agenda items, including the purchase of a Gutermann Leak Correlator for $25,500 and a new mass communications system from OnSolve at $10,839 annually plus a $750 implementation fee. They also approved a boot drive permit, write-off of uncollectible accounts, a new MOU with Lake County Animal Control, and a lease amendment for the Sparta Dome. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $25,500 purchase of Gutermann Leak Correlator (unanimous)
• Approved OnSolve mass communications system, $10,839/year + $750 fee (unanimous)
• Approved boot drive by Community Help Network on Oct 5, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved write-off of uncollectible accounts (unanimous)
• Approved new MOU with Lake County Animal Control (unanimous)
• Approved lease amendment with CS Sports Group for Sparta Dome (unanimous)
• Approved CEI reimbursement request #56 for $1,114.00 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 24, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Common Council will review a preliminary plan for the Greenview PUD and a request to rezone 106 E. State Road 8 from residential to business. The body is also considering ordinances regarding TIF reimbursement fees and PACE Department appropriations.

• Greenview PUD Preliminary Plan at the southwest corner of E. 101st Ave. and Colorado St.
• Ordinance No. 2024-08-23: Rezone 106 E. State Road 8 (US 231) from R-1 Residential to B-2 Business
• Ordinance No. 2024-07-20: Application fee for the TIF Reimbursement Program
• Ordinance No. 2024-07-21: Additional appropriations for the PACE Department
• Resolution No. 2024-08-17R: Affirming use of Board of Public Works and Safety and rejecting Merit Board System

The Crown Point City Council approved the preliminary plan for the Greenview PUD subdivision, which proposes 199 homes near E. 101st Ave. and Colorado St. The council also adopted ordinances establishing a TIF reimbursement application fee, appropriating funds for the PACE Department, and rezoning a parcel at 106 E. State Road 8 to B-2 Business. A resolution affirming the use of the Board of Public Works and Safety over a Merit Board System was also passed.

• Approved Greenview PUD preliminary plan (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-07-20, TIF reimbursement application fee (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-07-21, PACE additional appropriations (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-08-23, rezone at 106 E. State Road 8 to B-2 (7-0)
• Held first reading of Ordinance 2024-08-24, PACE concessions appropriations
• Approved Resolution 2024-08-17R, affirming Board of Public Works and Safety (unanimous)

Redevelopment Commission

The Crown Point Redevelopment Commission will consider a façade grant for 122 N Court St, discuss a TIF reimbursement program with DVG, Inc., and review items related to Sportsplex Lots 3 & 4 and I-65 West 109th Ave. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and invoices, as well as public comment.

• 122 N Court St Façade Grant
• Discussion for TIF Reimbursement Program – DVG, Inc.
• Sportsplex Lots 3 & 4
• I-65 West 109th Ave Draw 34A Capitalized Interest
• Approval of invoices

The Redevelopment Commission approved a facade grant of up to $16,162.67 for a parking lot mill and pave at 122 N. Court St., with a member abstaining due to ownership interest. The commission also approved an RFP for sale of Sportsplex Lots 3 & 4, approved a $109,989.18 capitalized interest draw for I-65 West 109th Ave, and deferred a Rebuild Together item to the next meeting. A TIF reimbursement request for Pickle Time was discussed but no formal action was taken.

• Approved $16,162.67 facade grant for 122 N. Court St. parking lot (voice vote, McDermott abstained)
• Approved RFP for sale of Sportsplex Lots 3 & 4 (unanimous)
• Approved Draw 34A Capitalized Interest of $109,989.18 for I-65 West 109th Ave (unanimous)
• Deferred Rebuild Together item to next meeting (voice vote)
• Approved minutes from July 1, 2024 meeting (voice vote)
• Approved invoices on 2024-8-031 (unanimous)

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will consider awarding a bid for the Hack Ct. Improvement Project, deferred from the July 10 meeting. Other business includes contract renewals, approval of outdoor seating, and permission for fundraising events.

• Award Bid for Hack Ct. Improvement Project (deferred from July 10)
• Approve Contract Renewal with Peterson Consulting Services for Capital Asset Inventory
• Approve Veterans Administration MOU
• Accept Performance Bond for The Willows Phase 2
• Approve Outdoor Seating for Azucar Ice Cream and Gaming Cave Café

The Board of Public Works and Safety awarded the Hack Ct. Improvement Project bid to Hasse Construction for $324,970.00, approved multiple utility payments and change orders, and accepted various contracts and permits. All decisions were approved unanimously except for one abstention on a firefighter status change.

• Awarded Hack Ct. Improvement Project to Hasse Construction for $324,970.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Thieneman Pay Application #14 for $1,365,635.45 plus $71,875.55 retainage (unanimous)
• Approved Thieneman Change Order #8 for $143,457.00 and 8-day extension (unanimous)
• Approved Pay Application #12 for $583,936.50 plus $30,733.50 retainage (unanimous)
• Approved $4,007,558.00 design contract for Collection System Improvements (unanimous)
• Approved sign placement for Blues, Brews & BBQ (unanimous)
• Approved boot drive for Crown Point Hockey Team (unanimous)
• Approved change of status for Victor Figueroa to Firefighter/Paramedic (unanimous with one abstention)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider establishing a new historic district for Court Street Condos at 311 S Court St, discuss transitioning Hack Court from a public roadway to a public courtyard, and review a certificate of appropriateness for signage and a mural at 210 South Main St. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and public comment.

• Consideration of new historic district for Court Street Condos (311 S Court St)
• Presentation on transition of Hack Court from public roadway to public courtyard (east of South Main)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for on-building signage and mural at 210 South Main St

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the withdrawal of a petition to establish a historic district for Court Street Condos. It also approved the Hack Court transition from a public roadway to a public courtyard, with brick and limestone pavers, lighting, and a dumpster enclosure, contingent on the fencing being made of wood. A signage and mural request for 210 South Main St was deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved withdrawal of Court Street Condos historic district petition (unanimous)
• Approved Hack Court courtyard project with brick/limestone pavers, lighting, and dumpster enclosure, contingent on wood fencing (unanimous)
• Deferred certificate of appropriateness for signage/mural at 210 South Main St to next meeting (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals meeting scheduled for July 22, 2024, has been canceled because no items were submitted for consideration. The next regular BZA meeting is August 26, 2024.

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will review the bid for the Hack Ct. Improvement Project. The agenda also includes approvals for utility updates, equipment purchases, and payroll status changes.

• Award Bid for Hack Ct. Improvement Project
• Contract agreements with FSG
• Payroll status change from probation to Firefighter/Paramedic
• Purchase of additional niches
• Equipment purchase

Board of Public Works & Safety

The provided agenda contains only a reminder of upcoming Board of Public Works and Safety meeting dates for July 10th and July 24th. No specific business items, contracts, or ordinances are documented in this text.

Plan Commission

The Crown Point Plan Commission is reviewing several development proposals, including site plans for new restaurants and a warehouse. The agenda also includes a secondary subdivision plat request for Willows – Phase 2. Public comments can be submitted in person or via an online form.

• Rezoning 106 E State Road 8 to Restaurant/General Commercial
• Secondary Subdivision Plat for Willows – Phase 2 at E 129th Ave & Delaware St
• Site development for warehouse at 380 E. 111th Ct
• Site development for fitness/recreation center at 452 E Summit St
• Site developments for Buona Beef and Taco Bell on E 109th Pl

Redevelopment Commission

The Redevelopment Commission will consider new facade grants for properties on N. West St, S. Court St, and Joliet St. The agenda also includes a TIF reimbursement application and Rebuild Together.

• 114 N. West St Façade Grant
• 115 S. Court St Façade Grant
• 101 Joliet St Façade Grant- Final Payment
• Rebuild Together
• TIF Reimbursement Application

City Council

The Crown Point Common Council will review the Greenview PUD preliminary plan near E. 101st Ave. and Colorado St. The agenda includes several ordinance readings regarding street signs, tax abatements, and senior service bills. Additionally, the council will consider a petition to vacate a platted alley.

• Greenview PUD Preliminary Plan (E. 101st Ave. and Colorado St.)
• Ordinance amending subdivision street signs and street lights
• Ordinance establishing tax abatement procedures
• Petition to vacate a platted alley for Fricke’s Recreation, Inc.
• Ordinance establishing a TIF Reimbursement Program application fee

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider a request from Center Court LLC. The petitioner is seeking a Certificate of Appropriateness for maintenance, restoration, and landscaping at 115 South Court Street.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for maintenance, restoration, and landscaping at 115 South Court Street

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Crown Point Board of Public Works and Safety will review bids for the Hack Ct. Improvement Project. The agenda also includes utility updates and a contract increase with Indiana Testing. Additionally, the board will consider approving Master Services Agreements for HITDA.

• Bids for Hack Ct. Improvement Project
• Master Services Agreements for HITDA
• Continuation of the Pavement Striping Contract
• Contract increase with Indiana Testing
• Utility updates from Commonwealth

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider four requests for secondary subdivision plats. These proposals include developments for a fitness center, laboratory, commercial use, and warehouse/cold storage.

• Secondary subdivision plat for fitness center at 366 & 452 E. Summit St.
• Secondary subdivision plat for Donlevy Laboratories Inc at 11165 Delaware Pkwy
• Secondary subdivision plat for commercial use at 549, 575, and 599 E. 109th Pl
• Secondary subdivision plat for warehouse/cold storage at 13301 Mississippi Parkway

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board will consider awarding a bid for the Delaware CCMG Project and reviewing utility updates. The agenda also includes approving street closures for the 2024 VetRock Concert and purchasing a bucket truck.

• Awarding the bid for the Delaware CCMCC Project
• Requesting street closures for the 2024 VetRock Concert
• Approving the purchase of a bucket truck
• Accepting a performance bond for Gold Nest
• Approving a request to scrap and auction vehicles

Redevelopment Commission

The Crown Point Redevelopment Commission will meet on June 3, 2024, to review annual Tax Increment Financing (TIF) resolutions and discuss West Street repair projects. The agenda also covers routine administrative actions, including approving previous meeting minutes, reviewing invoices, and opening a public comment period. No specific funding amounts or project scopes were listed in the provided text.

• Annual Excess TIF Resolutions
• West Street Repair discussion
• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Review and approval of invoices
• Public comment period

City Council

The Crown Point City Council will hold second readings on ordinances for the Fountains PUD final plan, amending the HREDC committee definition, and prohibiting donation boxes. New business includes resolutions on economic development area expansion, reimbursement intent, and several special use and variance requests, plus a Greenview PUD preliminary plan and first readings on street sign/light amendments and tax abatement procedures.

• Ordinance 2024-05-12: Final plan approval for Fountains PUD at US231, I65, and Delaware Street (second reading)
• Ordinance 2024-05-14: Prohibiting donation boxes within the city (second reading)
• Resolution 2024-06-13R: Special use for automotive service at 11351 Broadway (5-0 unfavorable BZA recommendation)
• Resolution 2024-06-14R: Special use for dance/gymnastics studio at 901 E. Summit Street (5-0 favorable BZA recommendation)
• Resolution 2024-06-15R: Variance for assisted living facility at 1550 S. Feather Rock Drive (5-0 favorable BZA recommendation)

City Council

The Crown Point City Council is meeting in executive session to discuss personnel matters and real property, as permitted under Indiana Code. The agenda includes only the call to order, the two listed discussion items, and adjournment, with no other business or public comment listed.

• Personnel matters under Indiana Code § 5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(6)(B)
• Real property under Indiana Code § 5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(2)(D)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Crown Point Historic Preservation Commission will consider three certificates of appropriateness and a new historic district. They will review a fence at 211 S. East St., a two-story addition to Crosspoint Christian Church at 214 S. Court St., and a proposal to create a historic district for Court Street Condos at 311 S Court St. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for fence at 211 S. East St. (David Bryan)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for 2-story addition at 214 S. Court St. (David Hamstra/Crosspoint Christian Church)
• Consideration of new historic district for Court Street Condos at 311 S Court St. (Indiana Landmarks)
• Approval of minutes and old business

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Crown Point Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on four new requests: a variance to allow murals on a building in an I-1 zone, a special use for automotive service in a B-2 zone, a special use for a dance/gymnastics studio in an I-1 zone, and a variance of use for an assisted living facility in an OS-1 zone. The meeting will also include approval of minutes, old business, and public comment.

• 24-08: Variance from Development Standards to allow murals on building in I-1 zone at 620 E North St (Obed Ruiz, petitioner; Donald A. Reed, owner)
• 24-09: Special Use to allow automotive service in B-2 zone at 11351 Broadway (Luke Land, LLC, petitioner/owner)
• 24-10: Special Use to allow dance/gymnastics studio in I-1 zone at 901 E Summit St (Midwest Elite Dance, petitioner; NCA Holdings, owner)
• 24-11: Variance of Use to allow assisted living facility in OS-1 zone at 1550 S Feather Rock (Eddy McCracken, petitioner/owner)

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board will review bids for the Delaware CCMG project and crack sealing. Other items include police equipment purchases, new Lexipol rules, and potential solicitation for a skate park.

• Accept and open bids for Delaware CCMG Project
• Award bid for Crack Sealing
• Approve body worn camera and taser purchase agreement
• Implement new Lexipol rules and regulations
• Solicit RFPs for a skate park

Plan Commission

The Crown Point Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on six development applications, including preliminary and final PUD approvals, subdivision plats, and a site development plan. Items include a residential subdivision, a fitness center, a Chipotle restaurant, and mixed-use developments. Public comment is allowed at the meeting and online.

• PUD Preliminary Approval for residential subdivision at 2323 E 101st Ave (Olthof Homes/Lake Acquisitions)
• Primary Subdivision Plat for fitness center/recreation at 366 & 452 E Summit St (Musleh Properties)
• Secondary Subdivision Plat and Site Development for Chipotle Restaurant at 1207 N Main St (CLD Holdings)
• Secondary Plat for mixed-use development at 11200 Adams St (City Center Properties)
• Final PUD Approval for mixed-use development at NW corner of I-65 & US 231 (CPD Partners)

City Council

The Crown Point City Council will hold its regular meeting on May 6, 2024, with several items up for second reading votes, including a rezone from agricultural to business park, an additional police department appropriation, and an amendment to private fire hydrant regulations. The council will also consider first readings for a preliminary plan for the Fountains PUD, a committee definition change, and a ban on donation boxes. A developer agreement for the 2014 TIF area is deferred from a previous meeting.

• Ordinance 2024-04-08: Rezone from A-1 Agricultural to BP-1 Business Park (second reading)
• Ordinance 2024-04-09: Additional appropriation for Police Department (second reading)
• Ordinance 2024-04-11: Amend Section 50.02 on private fire hydrants (second reading)
• Venture One Developer Agreement for 2014 TIF Allocation Area (deferred)
• Ordinance 2024-05-14: Prohibit donation boxes within the city (first reading)

City Council

The Crown Point City Council is meeting in executive session to discuss litigation matters, as permitted under Indiana Code. The agenda contains only the call to order, the litigation discussion, and adjournment, with no public action items or decisions listed.

• Executive session for litigation matters under Indiana Code § 5-14-1.5-6.1 (1)(2)(B)(4)

Redevelopment Commission

The Crown Point Redevelopment Commission is meeting to consider amending a confirmatory resolution, introduce a TIF reimbursement program, and discuss Bulldog Park. The agenda includes a public hearing, approval of minutes and invoices, and public comment.

• Public hearing for amending confirmatory resolution
• Introduction to TIF reimbursement program
• Bulldog Park discussion
• Approval of invoices

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will consider several business items including utility updates and crack sealing bids. The agenda includes requests for outdoor seating at two Main Street locations and multiple engineering contracts.

• Accept bids for crack sealing
• Resolution No. 2024-05-01: Troutwine Road No Access Easement Vacation
• Christopher Burke Engineering contract for technical support and development review services
• Christopher Burke Engineering NPDES Phase II Implementation contract
• Outdoor seating for Bak House at 106 N. Main Street

Historic Preservation Commission

The Crown Point Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to consider a Certificate of Appropriateness request from Marlon Mitchell for approval of an on-building paint color at 100 N Main St. The board will also discuss Court Street Condos during public comment. The rest of the agenda is routine items like minutes approval and old business.

• Certificate of Appropriateness request 24-04 by Marlon Mitchell for paint color at 100 N Main St
• Discussion of Court Street Condos during public comment

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Crown Point Board of Zoning Appeals meeting scheduled for April 22, 2024, has been canceled due to lack of agenda items. The next regularly scheduled board meeting is May 28, 2024.

• April 22, 2024 BZA meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items
• Next BZA meeting scheduled for May 28, 2024

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will meet to discuss utility updates and various administrative approvals. The body is considering requests for event fees, parade contracts, and a sanitary connection permit.

• Permission to connect to City Sanitary at 12929 Delaware St.
• Contract for Jesse White Tumblers for the 4th of July Parade
• DJ fees for the 4th of July Parade
• New event fees and sponsorships for Wine Fest
• Outdoor merchandise sales request for The Piper and the Plant at 104 N. Main St.

Plan Commission

The Crown Point Plan Commission will consider four development requests: a resubdivision of four lots on Virginia St, a subdivision for a Chipotle restaurant on N Main St, an office/retail subdivision on Adams St, and a preliminary PUD for a mixed-use project at I-65 & US 231. Public comment is allowed at the meeting or via an online form.

• Primary Plat Approval for Karoun Holdings LLC, resubdivision of 4 lots at 11180 Virginia St
• Primary Subdivision Plat for CLD Holdings LLC, Chipotle Restaurant at 1205-1209 N Main St
• Primary Subdivision Plat for City Center Properties, office/retail at 11200 Adams St
• Preliminary PUD Approval for CPD Partners LLC, mixed-use (residential, commercial, office, retail, hospitality) at NW corner of I-65 & US 231

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will discuss fire department promotional processes and job descriptions. The body is also reviewing requests for community events and a performance bond for Golden Meadows.

• Request to purchase a new truck
• Approval for Operation Charlie Bravo Race and Ruck Walk
• Approval for 5K Corn Dog Classic on May 25, 2024
• Acceptance of performance bond for Golden Meadows
• Updated 2024 Adult Softball Fees

City Council

The Crown Point Common Council is holding its regular meeting with several new business items, including first readings of ordinances for a rezone, a police department appropriation, and amendments to the code. Public hearings are scheduled for the police appropriation and the CDBG project proposal. The council will also consider resolutions, a developer agreement, tax abatements, and fee adjustments.

• Ordinance 2024-04-08: Rezone from A-1 Agricultural to BP-1 Business Park (first reading)
• Ordinance 2024-04-09: Additional appropriation for Police Department (public hearing and first reading)
• Resolution 2024-04-09R: CDBG funds project proposal for FY 2024 (public hearing and approval)
• Venture One Developer Agreement for 2014 TIF Allocation Area
• Approve 2024 Ambulance Rate Adjustment and Cemetery Pricing

Tax Abatement

The Human Resources and Economic Development Committee is meeting to discuss new tax abatements and tax abatement renewals. Final approval will be granted at the Crown Point City Council meeting later that evening. The agenda is otherwise procedural with no specific projects or amounts listed.

• New tax abatement discussion
• Tax abatement renewals discussion
• Final approval at City Council meeting at 7:00 p.m. on April 1, 2024

Redevelopment Commission

The Crown Point Redevelopment Commission is meeting to review the annual TIF report, consider a façade grant for 213 S. Main St., and discuss the Sportsplex and Bulldog Park. The board will also consider a developer agreement with Venture One for the 2014 TIF allocation area.

• TIF Annual Report
• Façade Grant at 213 S. Main St
• Permission to Solicit RFP's and Appraisals for Sportsplex Lot 3 & 4
• Discussion on Sportsplex and Bulldog Park
• Venture One Developer Agreement for 2014 TIF Allocation Area

Historic Preservation Commission

The Crown Point Historic Preservation Commission will consider three Certificate of Appropriateness requests for properties in the B-1 Business Zone. The requests are for murals at 142 N. Main St., electronic pylon signage at 115 S. Court St., and facade restoration at 213 S. Main St. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, old business, and public comment.

• 24-01: Murals at 142 N. Main St. (Antiques on Main)
• 24-02: Electronic pylon signage at 115 S. Court St. (All-Right Sing)
• 24-03: Facade restoration at 213 S. Main St. (Masonic Temple Association)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Crown Point Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance request from Venture One Acquisitions, LLC to allow a building height of 50 feet in a BP-1 zone. The property is located at 1205, 1213, and 1305 E 101st Ave. The board will also consider minutes and other business.

• Variance request 24-07: allow 50-foot building height in BP-1 zone
• Location: 1205, 1213, & 1305 E 101st Ave.
• Petitioner: Venture One Acquisitions, LLC; Owners: Paul & Teresa Bloede & Native American International Investment Group Trust #1
• Public comments accepted via online form
• Next BZA meeting scheduled for April 22, 2024

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will meet to discuss road impact fees and cemetery pricing. The agenda also includes a request for EMA assistance for the Regional Streeters Cobe Cup Cruise.

• Approval of the Road Impact Fees Agreement
• Approval of Cemetery Pricing
• EMA assistance request for the Regional Streeters Cobe Cup Cruise
• Promotion of Officer Brad Hasse to Corporal
• Utility updates from Al Stong/Commonwealth

Plan Commission

The Crown Point Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and consider three development requests: a zone change for a business park with warehouse/industrial use, a primary plat for a four-lot resubdivision, and a secondary plat for residential lots. Public comment will be accepted in person and online.

• Zone change for Venture One Acquisitions LLC at 1205, 1213, & 1305 E 101st Ave for Business Park with Warehouse/Industrial Use
• Primary plat approval for Karoun Holdings LLC at 11180 Virginia St for resubdivision of 4 lots (Crown East)
• Secondary plat approval for Golden Meadows LLC at 600 Block of Burrell Dr for R-1 Residential
• Public hearing on Crown Point TIF Plan Commission Order (2023; Mississippi Street Allocation Area)

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will meet to award a bid for the Sauerman Woods Drainage Improvements Project Phase 2. The board is also considering updates to ambulance rates and the write-off of uncollectible ambulance accounts.

• Award bid for Sauerman Woods Drainage Improvements Project — Phase 2
• 2024 Ambulance Rate Adjustment
• Request to write off uncollectible ambulance accounts
• Summer Concert Series Agreement with Tom Lounges
• Fireworks proposal for upcoming events

City Council

The Crown Point Common Council will hold its regular meeting on March 4, 2024, with several items carried over from the previous meeting and new business. The council will consider second readings of ordinances on a capital improvement plan, salary amendments, and sewer rate changes, as well as multiple zoning requests and a property acquisition resolution. Public comment is available via an online form.

• Historic District alcoholic beverage license at 419 N. Grant St.
• Ordinance 2024-02-05: Capital Improvement Plan using CEDIT revenue (2nd reading)
• Ordinance 2024-02-06: Amend Salary Ordinance 2023-09-26 (2nd reading)
• Ordinance 2024-02-07: Amend Sewer Rate Ordinance for seasonal rate reduction (2nd reading)
• Resolution 2024-03-04R: Special use for fitness center at NE corner of Merrillville Rd. and Summitt St.

Redevelopment Commission

The Crown Point Redevelopment Commission is meeting to consider several items, including a resolution authorizing funding for real property acquisition, an amendment to the Mississippi St. TIF allocation area's declaratory resolution, and the 2024 paving list. The meeting will also include approval of minutes and invoices, plus public comment.

• Resolution to authorize funding for real property acquisition
• Mississippi St. TIF Allocation Area - amending declaratory resolution
• 2024 RDC Paving List

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Crown Point Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a regular meeting to consider six zoning requests, including special uses for a fitness center and a used car dealer, and variances for personal services and development standards. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and elect officers for 2024.

• Special use for fitness center at NE corner of Merrillville Rd & Summit (24-01)
• Variance of use for personal services at 1776 E North St (24-02)
• Variance of use for personal services at 1780 E North St (24-03)
• Variance for parking within setback at 11025 Delaware Parkway (24-04)
• Special use for used car dealer & detailing at 1326 N Main St (24-05)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to approve minutes from November 2023, elect Board of Zoning Appeals officers for 2024, and discuss old and new business. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific projects or decisions listed.

• Approval of minutes from November 27, 2023
• Election of Board of Zoning Appeals officers for 2024

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will consider bids for drainage improvements and paving projects. Members will also review requests for a new police vehicle and various agreements for the Sportsplex.

• Bids for Sauerman Woods Drainage Improvements Project — Phase 2
• Bid for Community Crossing Fall 2023 Paving Contract
• Request to order a vehicle for the Police Department
• Agreement to sell a City owned parcel
• Bond for University of Chicago Micro Hospital

Plan Commission

The Crown Point Plan Commission is meeting to review several land-use items. Old business includes an update on a final PUD approval for a mixed-use commercial project at 1414 E 109th Ave. New business features a withdrawn zone change, a residential subdivision plat, and two workshop requests for a used auto dealer and a coffee shop. Public comment is allowed at the meeting and online.

• Final PUD update report for Warhorse Venture Partners, mixed-use commercial at 1414 E 109th Ave
• Withdrawn zone change for Musleh Properties at NE corner of E Summit & Merrillville Rd
• Secondary subdivision plat for Gordon Woods Estate residential subdivision at SE corner of Cedar Lake Rd & 121st Ave
• Workshop for used auto dealer at 1326 N Main St (5th Ave Mobile, LLC)
• Workshop for coffee shop at 107 E State Road 8

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will meet to open paving project bids and review several administrative agreements. The body will also consider a bond extension for Heather Ridge Phase 1 and a payroll status change for a firefighter.

• Bids for Community Crossing Fall 2023 Paving Project
• Agreement with Frontline Public Safety Solutions
• Heather Ridge Phase 1 Bond Extension
• Payroll status change for David Graham from Firefighter/EMT to Firefighter/Paramedic
• Utility updates from Al Stong/Commonwealth

Redevelopment Commission

The Crown Point Redevelopment Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving previous minutes and invoices. New business includes discussing capitalized interest for the I-65 West 109th Ave Draw 33 A & 33B project and a final payment for a facade grant at 1111 N. Main St.

• I-65 West 109th Ave Draw 33 A & 33B capitalized interest
• Facade grant final payment for 1111 N. Main St
• Approval of minutes and invoices

City Council

The Crown Point Common Council will hold its regular meeting on February 5, 2024, addressing a deferred resolution for a multi-family use variance at 220 Hoffman St., which received an unfavorable recommendation from the BZA. The council will also consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a historic district alcohol license, a capital improvement plan, a salary ordinance amendment, a sewer rate change, and a property acquisition. Public comment is available via an online form.

• Resolution 2024-01-01R: Variance of use at 220 Hoffman St. for multi-family in R-2 zone (deferred, BZA unfavorable 5-0)
• Historic District Alcoholic Beverage License at 419 N. Grant St.
• Ordinance 2024-02-04: Amendment to Chapter 150 of Code of Ordinances (first reading)
• Ordinance 2024-02-05: Capital Improvement Plan for CEDIT revenue (first reading)
• Resolution 2024-02-03R: Acquisition of real property at 2300 E. 109th Ave.

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will review several items including bond releases for Walkerton Park and Regency Fairways. The agenda also includes requests for community event permissions and various software or personnel approvals.

• Agreement to Sell City Owned Parcel (Deferred)
• Release of Performance Bond and acceptance of 2-year Maintenance Bond for Walkerton Park Phase 3
• Release of Performance Bond and acceptance of 2-year Maintenance Bond for Regency Fairways Phase 2
• Approve PACE Fee Update for 2024
• Approve Volleyball Agreement with Merrillville Parks and Recreation

Historic Preservation Commission

The January 22, 2024 Historic Preservation Commission meeting has been canceled due to lack of agenda items. The next regularly scheduled meeting is February 26, 2024.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items
• Next meeting scheduled for February 26, 2024

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals meeting scheduled for January 22, 2024, has been canceled due to lack of agenda items. The next regularly scheduled meeting is February 26, 2024.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items
• Next BZA meeting: February 26, 2024

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will meet to vote on several contracts and administrative updates. The session includes the swearing-in of a new police officer and a review of utility updates.

• Approval of HIDTA Contracts
• Approval of Annual Financial Solutions Group (FSG) Contracts
• Door to Door Soliciting Renewal for Power Homes
• Updated Volunteer Firefighters Roster
• Utility Updates from Al Stong/Commonwealth

Redevelopment Commission

The Crown Point Redevelopment Commission is meeting to elect its officers for 2024, review the 2024 advertising overview, and handle routine business such as approving previous meeting minutes and invoices. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major rezonings or contracts listed.

• Election of Redevelopment Officers for 2024
• 2024 Advertising Overview
• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Approval of invoices

City Council

The Crown Point Common Council will hold its regular meeting on January 8, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers. The agenda includes a public hearing and vote on a resolution requesting a variance of use at 220 Hoffman St. to allow multi-family use in an R-2 residential zone, which received an unfavorable recommendation from the BZA. The council will also consider first readings of two ordinances, approve claims, and make appointments.

• Resolution No. 2024-01-01R: Variance of use at 220 Hoffman St. for multi-family in R-2 zone (BZA unfavorable 5-0)
• Ordinance No. 2024-01-01: Subs and Dues List for 2024 (first reading)
• Ordinance No. 2024-01-02: Amending standing committees (first reading)
• Resolution No. 2023-12-34R: Council transfer for Riverboat Fund (deferred from Dec. 4)
• Election of Council President and appointments to commissions/boards

City Council

The Crown Point City Council is meeting in executive session, which is closed to the public, to discuss personnel matters, real property, and litigation. The agenda lists only the state code citations for these topics and no other business, so no public decisions or details are available from this agenda.

• Executive session for personnel matters under Indiana Code § 5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(6)(B)
• Executive session for real property under Indiana Code § 5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(2)(D)
• Executive session for litigation under Indiana Code § 5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(2)(B)

Plan Commission

The Crown Point Plan Commission will elect 2024 officers, approve prior minutes, and consider several development requests. Old business includes an update on a proposed assisted living facility at 10255 Broadway. New business includes a secondary subdivision plat for the same site, a site development for an ambulatory surgery center at 201 101st Ave, and final PUD approval for a mixed-use commercial project at 1414 E 109th Ave. Public comment is allowed at the meeting and online.

• Update on assisted living facility site development at 10255 Broadway (23-29)
• Secondary subdivision plat for assisted living facility at 10255 Broadway (24-01)
• Site development for ambulatory surgery center at 201 101st Ave (24-02)
• Final PUD approval for mixed-use commercial at 1414 E 109th Ave (24-03)
• Election of 2024 Plan Commission officers

Historic Preservation Commission

The document provides the scheduled meeting dates and petition filing deadlines for the year. All petitions must be filed with the Planning Department by the specified Monday deadlines.

• Monthly meeting dates for 2024
• Petition filing deadlines for the Planning Department

Board of Public Works & Safety

This document provides the 2024 meeting dates and times for the Board of Public Works & Safety. The agenda contains only procedural scheduling information.

Redevelopment Commission

This is the agenda for the Crown Point, IN Redevelopment Commission's 2024 meeting schedule, listing the dates for the year. The agenda is procedural and contains no substantive items for discussion or decision.

• 2024 meeting dates listed, with January 8th and September 3rd as changes from the first Monday

City Council

This agenda only lists the Crown Point Common Council's regular meeting dates for 2024, with most meetings on the first Monday of each month at 7:00 P.M. in Council Chambers. It is procedural and contains no policy items, votes, or discussion topics.

• Regular meetings scheduled for first Mondays at 7:00 P.M. in Council Chambers, City Hall, 101 N. East Street
• Exceptions: September 3 (Tuesday) and December 2 (Monday, listed as December 24 in source)
• Meetings offered in person, via Zoom, and hybrid format

Plan Commission

This agenda is procedural only. It lists the 2024 scheduled meeting dates for the Crown Point Plan Commission and the corresponding filing deadlines (AD pick-up dates) for change of zone applications, subdivision plats, and site development plans. It also reminds applicants that public hearing notices must be delivered to the newspaper and mailed via certified delivery by the pick-up date.

• 2024 meeting dates listed monthly from January 8 to December 9
• Filing deadlines for zone changes, subdivision plats, and site development plans
• Public hearing notice must be published and mailed certified by AD pick-up date

Board of Zoning Appeals

This agenda is procedural only. It lists the 2024 meeting dates for the Crown Point Board of Zoning Appeals and the corresponding deadlines for filing petitions and picking up legal ads. No specific cases, rezonings, or public hearings are listed for this meeting.

• 2024 BZA meeting dates listed monthly from January 22 to December 23
• Petition filing deadlines are typically 2 weeks before each meeting
• May 28 meeting moved to Tuesday due to Memorial Day
• Public hearing notices must be published and mailed certified by the ad pick-up date