Crown Point public meetings in 2025

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on a rezoning application to change 12410 Marshall St. from R‑1 Residential to OS‑1 Office Services. The commission will also consider two workshop requests: one for office space at the same address and another to change 14002 Grant St. from R‑1 Residential to R‑2 Residential. No other business is listed.

• Rezoning request: 12410 Marshall St., R‑1 Residential to OS‑1 Office Services (public hearing)
• Workshop request: office space at 12410 Marshall St.
• Workshop request: 14002 Grant St., R‑1 Residential to R‑2 Residential

The commission adopted the Findings of Fact and gave a favorable recommendation to the City Council for petition 25‑39, which seeks to change the zoning of 12410 Marshall St from R‑1 Residential to OS‑1 Office Services. The motion passed unanimously with six votes in favor and none against. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Adopt Findings of Fact and give favorable recommendation to City Council for rezoning 12410 Marshall St (6-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Crown Point Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance request submitted by SLB Brothers Properties LLC and Lake County H&F LLC. The petition seeks a variance from development standards to allow encroachment of the side-yard setback at 9611 N Washington St. The board will consider the request during the meeting.

• Variance request (public hearing) to allow encroachment of side-yard setback at 9611 N Washington St – petitioner: SLB Brothers Properties LLC / Lake County H&F LLC

The Board of Zoning Appeals voted to defer Petition 25-45, which seeks a variance to reduce side‑yard setbacks at 9611 Washington St. The deferral motion passed unanimously (5‑0). An earlier motion to approve the petition was withdrawn before the vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Deferred Petition 25-45 (5-0)
• Motion to approve Petition 25-45 withdrawn

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet on December 22, 2025 at City Hall and via Zoom. The agenda includes a request from Kenneth A. Turner for a Certificate of Appropriateness for a front porch remodel at 218 E. Clark St. The commission will consider this request as old business, alongside routine items such as call to order and public comment.

• Certificate of Appropriateness request for front porch remodel at 218 E. Clark St.

City Council

The Common Council will hold a special meeting to review a residential rezoning request and amendments to stormwater management rules. The body will also review the first draft of budget encumbrances to be carried over to 2026.

• Ordinance No. 2025-12-34: Rezone from R-1A Residential to R-1 Residential Service at 2021 W. 133rd Ave
• Ordinance No. 2025-12-35: Amendment to Chapter 157 regarding Stormwater Management
• Approval of first draft of Budget Encumbrances to be carried over to 2026

The council approved the minutes from the December 1 meeting (5-0-1). It also approved the 2026 Claims, SRF and purchase orders with one exception (6-0). Two ordinances were adopted on second reading: a rezoning from R-1A to R-1 at 2021 W 133rd Ave (6-0) and an amendment to Chapter 157 on stormwater management (6-0). The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved December 1 minutes (5-0-1)
• Approved 2026 Claims, SRF and PO's with one exception (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-12-34 rezoning 2021 W 133rd Ave (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-12-35 stormwater management amendment (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will review several service agreements and procurement requests. Key items include the approval of legal contracts for 2026 and a study to determine a fire station location.

• Approval of 2026 Legal Contracts
• Approval for Fire Station Location Study
• Property and Casualty Insurance Renewal
• Purchase of GIS Large Format Printer
• Release of Performance Bond for Walkerton Park

The Board of Public Works & Safety approved a series of items, including the addition of a weather‑camera agreement, release of $608,684.70 retainage, and the 2026 legal contracts. It also approved two HIDTA contracts, a fire‑station location study contract up to $32,461, and the city’s property and casualty insurance renewal. Finally, the Board authorized purchase of a GIS large‑format printer and released three maintenance bonds for Walkerton Park.

• Added weather‑camera agreement with Earth Networks as New Business item #8 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Pay Application #24, releasing retainage of $608,684.70 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved 2026 legal contracts for city attorneys (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved two HIDTA contracts for IT support and investigative analyst services (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved fire‑station location study contract with ESCI, not to exceed $32,461 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved property and casualty insurance renewal for 2026 (premium increase ~7%) (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved purchase of GIS large‑format printer for $11,735.21 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved release of three Walkerton Park maintenance bonds totaling $642,681.55 (unanimous voice vote)

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Crown Point Board of Public Works and Safety will consider adopting a Stormwater Technical Standards Manual, approving a worker's compensation renewal, and releasing a performance bond. The board will also review a contract for a bike trail extension with Butler, Fairman.

• Adoption of Stormwater Technical Standards Manual
• Request Approval of Worker’s Compensation Renewal
• Request Approval of Contract for Engineering & Design with Butler, Fairman for Bike Trail Extension to Iowa Street
• Request Approval to Release Performance Bond for Canvas
• Proclamation for Wreaths Across America

The Board approved Change Order #1 for a $109,200 contract credit and 63 extra days. It also approved multiple SRF loan disbursements totaling over $1 million. The updated Stormwater Technical Standards Manual was adopted, and the Board approved the worker’s compensation renewal, a $254,400 bike‑trail design contract, and the release of a $95,408 performance bond. All motions passed by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved Change Order #1 (net credit $109,200, 63 extra days) – unanimous voice vote
• Approved SRF Loan DW24414504 Disbursement #15 ($29,716) – unanimous voice vote
• Approved SRF Loan DW24414504 Disbursement #16 ($342,249.38 to contractor, $18,013.13 retainage) – unanimous voice vote
• Approved SRF Loan WW24534507 Disbursement #4 ($544,290.76 to contractor, $28,646.88 retainage) – unanimous voice vote
• Approved SRF Loan DW24414504 Disbursement #14 ($132,707.59 to contractor, $6,984.61 retainage) – unanimous voice vote
• Approved SRF Loan WW24534508 Disbursement #15 ($445,240) – unanimous voice vote
• Adopted updated Stormwater Technical Standards Manual – unanimous voice vote
• Approved worker’s compensation renewal with premium $350,715 – unanimous voice vote

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on amending stormwater utility billing and appropriating proceeds from 2025 General Obligation Bonds. The body will also consider a residential rezone and updates to stormwater management ordinances.

• Ordinance No. 2025-10-29: Amending Stormwater Utility Billing
• Ordinance No. 2025-11-32: Appropriating proceeds of 2025 General Obligation Bonds
• Ordinance No. 2025-12-34: Rezone from R-1A to R-1 Residential Service at 2021 W. 133rd Ave
• Ordinance No. 2025-12-35: Amending Chapter 157 regarding Stormwater Management
• Approval of PACE Fees for remainder of 2025 and 1st Quarter of 2026

The council approved the Claims and SRF Distributions and adopted two ordinances: a stormwater utility billing amendment setting a $12 non‑residential rate, and an ordinance appropriating the 2025 General Obligation Bond proceeds. It also approved PACE fee changes for the rest of 2025 and Q1 2026, and moved two new ordinances (rezoning and stormwater management updates) to a second reading. All actions passed unanimously.

• Approved Claims and SRF Distributions (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-10-29 stormwater rate amendment (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-11-32 bond‑proceeds appropriation (6-0)
• Approved PACE fee changes for remainder of 2025 and Q1 2026 (6-0)
• Held over Ordinance No. 2025-12-34 rezoning for second reading (6-0)
• Held over Ordinance No. 2025-12-35 stormwater management amendment for second reading (6-0)
• Approved minutes from the November 3, 2025 meeting (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Redevelopment Commission

The Crown Point Redevelopment Commission will meet to approve final payments for a facade grant at 105 N. Court St and consider a new application for 209 S. Main St. The meeting will also include the approval of invoices and any other business.

• Final payment for 105 N. Court St Facade Grant
• 209 S. Main St Facade Grant Application
• Approval of Invoices
• Meeting held at Council Chambers - City Hall, 101 East Street

The Redevelopment Commission approved a final payment of $16,000.00 for 105 N. Court St and a facade grant of $50,00.00 for 209 S. Main St. It also approved the invoices dated 2025-12-031. All motions passed unanimously by voice vote.

• Approved $16,000.00 final payment for 105 N. Court St (unanimous)
• Approved $50,00.00 facade grant for 209 S. Main St (unanimous)
• Approved invoices dated 2025-12-031 (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes of the November 3, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:37 p.m. (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Crown Point Plan Commission will review two petitions: a rezoning request by Diamond Peak Homes/CAP Dev LLC to change the property at 2021 W 133rd Ave. to R-1 Residential, and a workshop request by Carrie Adams/LRDM Ventures for a mixed‑use Planned Unit Development at the SW quadrant of Indiana Ave. and Porter St. The commission will also approve the 2026 meeting dates.

• Rezoning request for 2021 W 133rd Ave. (Diamond Peak Homes) to R-1 Residential
• Workshop request for mixed‑use PUD at SW quadrant of Indiana Ave. & Porter St. (Carrie Adams)
• Approval of 2026 meeting dates

The commission voted unanimously to remove Petition 25-38 from the agenda. It then adopted the Findings of Fact and issued a Favorable Recommendation to the City Council for Petition 25-37, a change of zone from R‑1A to R‑1. The commission also approved the 2026 meeting dates and adopted the October 27, 2025 minutes.

• Approved removal of Petition 25-38 from agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted Findings of Fact and issued Favorable Recommendation for Petition 25-37 (unanimous)
• Approved October 27, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 meeting dates (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings to consider several variance requests and one special use permit. These items involve property setbacks, structure height, and parking requirements.

• Variance for front yard setback encroachment at 11120 Virginia St.
• Variance for side and rear yard setback encroachment at 11120 Virginia St.
• Variance for accessory structure height exceeding 16 ft at 101 W Burrell Dr.
• Variance for reduction of required parking at 8741 Madison St.
• Special use request for a fitness facility in an I-1 Industrial Zone at 8741 Madison St.

The Board approved the October 27, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved variance petitions 25‑40 and 25‑41 for 11120 Virginia St, each contingent on required cross‑access agreements. It also approved petition 25‑42 allowing a 40‑ft bell tower at St. Matthias Church. No decision was recorded for petition 25‑43.

• Approved October 27, 2025 minutes (5‑0)
• Approved Petition 25‑40 (variance) contingent on cross‑access agreements (5‑0)
• Approved Petition 25‑41 (variance) contingent on cross‑access agreements (5‑0)
• Approved Petition 25‑42 (bell tower variance) (5‑0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Crown Point Historic Preservation Commission will consider two Certificate of Appropriateness applications. One request is for a front porch remodel at 218 E. Clark St. The other request is for façade work and grant grading at 209 S. Main St. The commission will also approve the dates for its 2026 meetings.

• Review Certificate of Appropriateness for front porch remodel at 218 E. Clark St.
• Review Certificate of Appropriateness for façade work and grant grading at 209 S. Main St.
• Approve 2026 Historic Preservation Commission meeting dates

The Historic Preservation Commission deferred Petition 25-18 for a front porch remodel and approved the 2026 meeting schedule. It then approved Petition 25-19 for facade work at 209 S Main St and the accompanying Certificate of Appropriateness, both subject to staff comments. The meeting minutes were adopted and the commission adjourned.

• Approved deferral of Petition 25-18 (front porch remodel) – unanimous (5-0)
• Approved 2026 Historic Preservation Commission meeting dates – unanimous (5-0)
• Approved Petition 25-19 for facade work at 209 S Main St, subject to staff comment – unanimous (6-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for Petition 25-19 – unanimous (6-0)
• Adopted September 22, 2025 meeting minutes – all present members voted yes
• Adjourned the meeting – motion passed

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will review open bids for the sale of real estate at 522 Summit Street. The body is also considering several agreements and change orders related to city infrastructure and services.

• Open bids for sale of real estate at 522 Summit Street
• Sauerman Pond Maintenance Agreement
• Utility Easement Agreement with Lake County Parks and Recreation Board
• Two change orders for 400 E. North Street Demolition
• PACE Fees for remainder of 2025 and 1st Quarter of 2026

The board approved several financial actions, including a $676,998.36 contractor payment and $35,631.48 retainage for Atlas Pay Application #4. It also approved an $8,100 easement payment to Lake County Parks, $41,000 and $15,000 change orders for the 400 E. North Street demolition, and a $10,000 amendment to the HIDTA fiduciary agreement. Additional approvals included the $16,200 bid for the 522 Summit St. property, pond‑maintenance contracts totaling $13,184, and permission to auction seven vehicles. All motions passed by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved Atlas Pay Application #4 Disbursement #4: $676,998.36 to contractor and $35,631.48 retainage (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved execution of Joint Use Maintenance Agreement with INDOT (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved $8,100 payment for Utility Easement Agreement with Lake County Parks (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Change Order #1 ($41,000) and Change Order #2 ($15,000) for 400 E. North Street demolition (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved amendment to HIDTA Fiduciary Agreement and $10,000 operational expenses (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved acceptance of bid for 522 Summit St. real estate sale ($16,200) pending legal review (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved pond‑maintenance contracts: $5,384 to Aquatic Control and $7,800 to Lake & Pond Biologist (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved permission to add seven vehicles to auction list (unanimous voice vote)

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Crown Point Board of Public Works & Safety will consider several approval requests, including a health services agreement with Franciscan Health. It will also review contracts for Lamar Advertising (2025) and Golf Now (2026), and multiple equipment purchase requests from Public Works. Additional items include a maintenance bond release for Sawgrass Phase 1 and a donation collection request from Legion Unit 20.

• Approve Mobile Integrated Health Agreement with Franciscan Health – Mark Baumgardner, Fire Chief
• Approve 2025 Lamar Advertising Contract – Mary Freda‑Flores, Communications Director
• Approve 2026 Golf Now Contract – Mary Freda‑Flores, Communications Director
• Approve purchase of Towmaster T‑12DT Trailer – Terry Ciciora, Public Works Director
• Approve release of Maintenance Bond for Sawgrass Phase 1 – Doug Brite, Engineering Superintendent

The Board of Public Works & Safety unanimously approved a series of contracts, loan disbursements, and task orders covering water planning, lead service line work, and wastewater projects. It also approved the city’s 2026 health insurance renewal (Option 2) and several service agreements. All motions passed by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved $104,000 Water Master Plan Update amendment (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved $391,091.25 Lead Service Line Phase 1 disbursement #13 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved $2,176,081 CEI Task Order 2025‑05 for Lead Service Line Phase 2 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved health insurance renewal Option 2 for 2026 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Mobile Integrated Health agreement with Franciscan Health (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Legion Poppy Donation collection permission for Veteran’s Day (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved 2025 Lamar Advertising contract (increase of $60) (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved 2026 Golf Now advertising contract at $2,995 (unanimous voice vote)

City Council

The Crown Point Common Council will hold second readings on several ordinances, including a municipal Riverfront District project and an annexation of land at 1981 E. 137th Avenue and approx. 13900 Iowa Street. It will also review a resolution to allow a fitness facility at 10835 Broadway and amend police department subscriptions. The council will consider authorizing and selling General Obligation Bonds for 2025 and appropriating their proceeds.

• Ordinance No. 2025-10-27 – Municipal Riverfront District Project Area (Second Reading)
• Ordinance No. 2025-10-28 – Annexation of 1981 E. 137th Avenue & approx. 13900 Iowa Street (Second Reading)
• Resolution No. 2025-11-25R – Special Use to allow a fitness facility at 10835 Broadway (4‑0 favorable recommendation)
• Ordinance No. 2025-11-30 – Amend Police Department subs and dues list to add T2 Systems (First & Second Reading)
• Ordinance No. 2025-11-31 – Authorize issuance and sale of 2025 General Obligation Bonds (First & Second Reading)

The council adopted Ordinance No. 2025-11-31 authorizing the issuance and sale of General Obligation Bonds to finance a new fire department substation, passing 6‑0. It also approved the Municipal Riverfront District Project Area and an annexation of 1981 E. 137th Avenue and lowa Street, each 6‑0. A resolution allowing a Club Pilates fitness facility in a B‑3 zone was adopted by unanimous voice vote. Additional actions included adding police parking‑enforcement software to the subs and dues list, changing council meeting times to 6 p.m., and holding over the stormwater billing and bond‑proceeds ordinances for later readings.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-11-31 authorizing bonds, passed 6-0
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-10-27 establishing Municipal Riverfront District, passed 6-0
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-10-28 annexing 1981 E. 137th Ave & approx. 13900 lowa St, passed 6-0
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-11-25R for Club Pilates fitness facility, unanimous voice vote
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-11-30 adding T2 Systems for Police Department, passed 6-0
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-11-33 changing council meeting time to 6 p.m., passed 6-0
• Held over Ordinance No. 2025-10-29 (stormwater utility billing) for second reading, passed 6-0
• Held over Ordinance No. 2025-11-32 (appropriating bond proceeds) for second reading, unanimous voice vote

Redevelopment Commission

The Redevelopment Commission will meet to discuss the 2026 TIF Spending Plan. The body will also review and approve invoices.

• 2026 TIF Spending Plan

The commission approved the minutes from the October 6, 2025 meeting. It then approved the draft 2026 TIF Spending Plan, which will be forwarded to the city council. Invoices, including a Gariup Construction invoice, were approved. The meeting was adjourned.

• Approved October 6, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved 2026 TIF Spending Plan report as presented (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved invoices, including Gariup Construction invoice (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission is meeting to consider two new development requests. The body will review a primary plat for a residential phase and a site development plan for an office building.

• Primary Plat for Summertree Phase 3B at the SW Quadrant of 101st Ave & Colorado St.
• Site Development for an office building at 700 West Burrell Dr.

The commission approved the September 24, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved Petition 25‑35 for Summertree Phase 3B, subject to a resolution on the park requirement, further review of rental‑restriction language, and a restriction on asphalt driveways. It also approved Petition 25‑35 subject to a new submittal that removes the monument sign. The meeting was adjourned at 8:22 pm.

• Approved September 24, 2025 minutes (7‑0 vote)
• Approved Petition 25‑35 (Summertree Phase 3B) subject to park, rental, and asphalt driveway conditions (7‑0 vote)
• Approved Petition 25‑35 subject to new submittal with monument sign removed (7‑0 vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:22 pm

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Crown Point Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on several variance requests and one special‑use request. Items include signage, garage size and height, side‑yard setbacks, parking reductions, and a fitness facility in a B‑3 Business Zone. Decisions will be made on whether to grant these variances and the special‑use approval.

• Variance to allow signage over 16 sq ft at 12701 Carolina St.
• Variance to allow garage over 900 sq ft at 205 E South St.
• Variance to allow garage height over 16 ft at 205 E South St.
• Variance to allow garage height over 16 ft at 400 W Joliet.
• Special‑use request for a fitness facility in a B‑3 Business Zone at 10835 Broadway.

The Board of Zoning Appeals voted to approve Petition 25‑31, allowing a temporary billboard sign at 12701 Carolina St. The approval requires the sign to be removed after 12 months and no extensions may be granted. The motion passed unanimously (4‑0). Petitions 25‑34 and 25‑35 were presented but no decision was recorded.

• Approved Petition 25‑31 (signage variance) with 12‑month removal condition (4‑0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for October 27, 2025, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.

City Council

The Crown Point Common Council will hold a special meeting to adopt the 2026 budget. The meeting will be held at City Hall and via Zoom.

• Adoption of 2026 Budget
• Special meeting at 101 N. East St.
• Meeting accessible via Zoom

The Common Council adopted Ordinance No. 2025-09-24, which appropriates funds for the City of Crown Point for fiscal year 2026. The motion was made by Zack Bryan, seconded by Bob Clemons, and passed unanimously (6-0). The council then adjourned the meeting by unanimous voice vote.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-09-24 (2026 city budget) – passed 6-0
• Adjourned meeting – passed unanimous voice vote

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Crown Point Board of Public Works and Safety will meet to approve renewals for a park chiller contract, a road safety audit agreement, and a 5K run permit. The agenda also includes utility updates and a request to add a new employee to the Emergency Management Agency roster.

• Approval to renew Johnson Controls contract for Bulldog Park chiller
• Request to accept MOU with NIRPC for Road Safety Audit
• Request to hold Off Square Santa’s Boot 5K
• Request to place banners for St. Mary’s Spaghetti Supper
• Request to add new hire to EMA roster

The Board unanimously approved several financial disbursements, a three‑year contract renewal for the Bulldog Park chiller, and multiple community event requests. It also approved adding a new EMA hire and changing a firefighter’s payroll status to paramedic. All motions passed by voice vote.

• Approved Disbursement #11 to Commonwealth, $69,370.00 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Disbursement #3 to Atlas, $280,101.89 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Disbursement #12 to Commonwealth, $212,647.00 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved three‑year Johnson Controls contract for Bulldog Park chiller, $13,182.00 this year (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Off Square Brewing Santa’s Boot 5K event on Dec 7, 2025 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved St. Mary’s Spaghetti Supper banner placement (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved addition of EMA hire Eric Blankenship (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved payroll status change for Meghan Mulroe to Firefighter/Paramedic (unanimous voice vote)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing for the 2026 city budget and discuss salaries for elected and appointive officials. The meeting also includes several annexation ordinances and proposals for real estate transactions.

• Public hearing for Ordinance No. 2025-09-24 regarding the 2026 City Budget
• Annexation ordinances for properties on Iowa St., E. 129th Ave., State Rd. 8, and E. 137th Ave.
• Proposed sale of real estate at 522 Summit St. and acquisition of property at 11918 Delaware St.
• First reading of Ordinance No. 2025-10-27 to establish a Municipal Riverfront District Project Area
• Historic Alcohol Permit approvals for 116 N. Main St. and 115 W. Joliet St.

The council approved several annexations expanding the city’s business park, adopted a utility‑deposit increase, and set salaries for elected and appointed officials. It also authorized the sale of a small parcel at 522 Summit St. and the purchase of 11918 Delaware St. All motions passed by recorded roll‑call votes.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-09-20 annexing 13318 lowa St. & 13306 lowa St., 7‑0
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-09-21 annexing 1319 E. 129" Ave., 2013 E. State Rd. 8 & 1715 E. 129" Ave., 7‑0
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-09-22 annexing 1411 E. 137" Ave., 1611 E. 137 Ave., 13950 lowa St., 7‑0
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-09-23 raising utility service deposit to $600, 7‑0
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-09-25 salaries for elected officials for 2026, 7‑0
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-09-26 salaries for appointive officers and police/fire departments for 2026, 7‑0
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-10-22R to sell real estate at 522 Summit St., 7‑0
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-10-23R to acquire 11918 Delaware St., 6‑1

Redevelopment Commission

The Crown Point Redevelopment Commission will discuss a facade grant application for 105 N. Court St and a final payment for a facade grant at 219-221 N. Main St. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of previous minutes, invoices, and any other business.

• 105 N. Court St – Facade Grant Application
• 219-221 N. Main St – Facade Grant Final Payment

The Redevelopment Commission approved the September 2, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved a $16,000 facade grant for 105 N. Court St and a $14,972.07 final payment for 219‑221 N. Main St. The commission also approved invoices dated 2025‑10‑031 and then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved September 2, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved $16,000 facade grant for 105 N. Court St (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved $14,972.07 final payment for 219‑221 N. Main St (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved invoices dated 2025‑10‑031 (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will meet to discuss utility updates and various permit requests. The body is deciding on a road closure for Crown Point Tattoo Company and a solicitor's permit for Surf Internet. They will also review contract renewals for Nationwide 457 and Johnson Controls.

• Solicitor’s Permit for Surf Internet
• Road Closure for Crown Point Tattoo Company
• Boot Drive for Crown Point High School Cheerleading Team
• Annual Nationwide 457 Contract renewal
• Annual Johnson Controls Contract for the Bulldog Park Chiller

The Board unanimously approved two payment disbursements for the Lead Service Line Replacement and Downtown Interceptor projects. It also approved permits for Surf Internet, a road closure for Crown Point Tattoo Company, and a fundraising boot drive for the Crown Point High School cheerleading team. The annual Nationwide 457b contract was renewed, while the Johnson Controls contract for the Bulldog Park chiller was deferred to the October 15 meeting.

• Approved Disbursement #10 for Lead Service Line Replacement ($337,069.50 contractor, $17,740.50 retainage) – unanimous voice vote
• Approved Disbursement #2 for Downtown Interceptor Project ($206,519.88 contractor, $10,869.47 retainage) – unanimous voice vote
• Approved Solicitor’s Permit for Surf Internet – unanimous voice vote
• Approved road closure on West Hack Court for Crown Point Tattoo Company event (Oct 24) – unanimous voice vote
• Approved boot drive fundraiser for Crown Point High School Cheerleading Team (Nov 1‑2) – unanimous voice vote
• Approved renewal of the annual Nationwide 457b contract – unanimous voice vote
• Deferred renewal of the Johnson Controls contract for Bulldog Park chiller to Oct 15 meeting – unanimous voice vote

Plan Commission

The Crown Point Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on a preliminary Planned Unit Development for the Capstone Residential Subdivision at 2021 W 133rd Ave. It will also consider a primary plat extension for the Greensward Subdivision at 3905 W 133rd Ave. Both items are presented by the petitioners, Cap Dev LLC and Smith Farm, LLC.

• Preliminary PUD approval request for Capstone Residential Subdivision, 2021 W 133rd Ave (Cap Dev LLC)
• Primary plat extension request for Greensward Subdivision, 3905 W 133rd Ave (Smith Farm, LLC)

The Plan Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the August 25, 2025 meeting. It voted to withdraw Petition 25‑30 for the Capstone Residential Subdivision. It also approved a 12‑month extension of the primary plat for Petition 25‑34, the Greensward Residential Subdivision. No other actions were taken.

• Approved August 25, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Withdrawn Petition 25‑30 (CapDev LLC) (unanimous)
• Approved 12‑month primary plat extension for Petition 25‑34 (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Crown Point Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance request. The petition seeks to allow on‑building signage larger than the 100‑square‑foot limit at 10201 Broadway. The board will discuss and decide whether to grant the variance.

• Variance request to exceed 100 sq ft signage at 10201 Broadway (Legacy Sign Group/Powers Health)

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved Petition 25‑32, granting a variance to allow on‑building signage that exceeds the 100 sq ft limit at 10201 Broadway. The motion received unanimous support from the four voting members (Jeremy Taylor, Dan Rohaley, John Marshall, Dick Sauerman) with no votes against. Earlier, the board approved the August 25, 2025 meeting minutes. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved August 25, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Petition 25‑32 variance for on‑building signage at 10201 Broadway (4‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for garage repairs and façade work at 113 W South St. It will also review a request for a building addition at 114 S Nichols St and a façade work/grant grading request at 105 N Court St. These items are part of the commission’s routine review of alterations to historic properties.

• Certificate of Appropriateness – garage repairs/façade work – 113 W South St.
• Certificate of Appropriateness – building addition – 114 S Nichols St.
• Certificate of Appropriateness – façade work/façade grant grading – 105 N Court St.

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the Certificate of Appropriateness for three petitions—garage repairs at 113 W South St (Petition 25‑11), a rear building addition at 114 S Nichols St (Petition 25‑14), and facade restoration at 105 N Court (Petition 25‑15)—each subject to staff comment. All motions passed unanimously with five members voting yes and no abstentions. The meeting minutes from August 25, 2025 were also approved, and the commission adjourned at 4:51 pm.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for Petition 25‑11 (garage repairs) – unanimous yes
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for Petition 25‑14 (building addition) – unanimous yes
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for Petition 25‑15 (facade work) – unanimous yes
• Approved August 25, 2025 meeting minutes – unanimous yes
• Adjourned meeting – unanimous yes

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Crown Point Board of Public Works & Safety will approve minutes from the September 3 meeting and recognize the Employee of the Month. It will discuss utility updates and consider several new business items, including sponsorship levels for the 2026 Fourth of July Festivities, a contract for an asphalt path connecting the Veteran’s Bike Path to the Sportsplex, and multiple bond requests for local projects. The board will decide on a bond from OSMA for work in Heather Ridge, site improvement and HMA surface bonds for Greenview Place Phase 1, and the release of a maintenance bond for Betty Court North.

• Approve additional sponsorship levels for the 2026 Fourth of July Festivities
• Approve contract for asphalt path connection from Veteran’s Bike Path to the Sportsplex
• Approve bond from OSMA for work in Heather Ridge
• Accept site improvement and HMA surface bonds for Greenview Place Phase 1
• Release maintenance bond for Betty Court North

The Board unanimously approved several financial items, including two bonds totaling $1.85 M for Greenview Place Phase 1, a $48,800 asphalt path contract, and a $50,000 OSMA bond for Heather Ridge. It also approved the 2026 Fourth of July Parade sponsorship fees, two SRF disbursements of $43,334 and $132,092, and a $96,102.75 maintenance bond for Betty Court North. All motions passed by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved SRF Disbursement #9 of $43,334 (unanimous)
• Approved SRF Disbursement #11 of $132,092 (unanimous)
• Approved additional sponsorship fees and fee waivers for the 2026 Fourth of July Parade (unanimous)
• Approved Olson bid of $48,800 for asphalt path connection (unanimous)
• Approved $50,000 OSMA bond for Heather Ridge work (unanimous)
• Approved $1,633,397.19 site improvement bond and $221,238.96 HMA surface bond for Greenview Place Phase 1 (unanimous)
• Approved $96,102.75 maintenance bond for Betty Court North (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the September 3, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Crown Point Board of Public Works & Safety will meet to approve routine items including an updated phone system lease and a 2025-2026 Morton Salt contract. The board will also consider promoting an officer and receive utility updates.

• Approval of updated phone system lease (HIDTA Director)
• Approval of 2025-2026 Morton Salt contract (Public Works Director)
• Promotion of office from Probationary Status to Patrolman
• Utility updates from Al Stong/Commonwealth
• Approval of minutes from August 27, 2025 meeting

The Board unanimously approved several items, including an updated HIDTA phone system lease, the promotion of Officer Anthony Juranovich to First Class Patrolman, a 2025‑2026 Morton Salt contract for 3,000 tons of salt at $72.53 per ton, and an $83,175 emergency roof repair for the City Court Building. The agenda was also updated to add the emergency roof repair item, and the minutes from the August 27 meeting were approved.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Added emergency roof repair item to agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved updated HIDTA phone system lease (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved promotion of Officer Anthony Juranovich to First Class Patrolman (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved 2025‑2026 Morton Salt contract for 3,000 tons at $72.53/ton (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved $83,175 emergency roof repair for City Court Building (unanimous voice vote)

City Council

The Crown Point Common Council will hold its regular meeting on September 2, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers. The body will consider first readings of ordinances for three annexation petitions, a utility-deposit code amendment, the 2026 city budget, and salaries for elected and appointed officials. A public hearing is scheduled for each annexation petition.

• Petition for annexation of 13318 Iowa St. & 13306 Iowa St. (public hearing)
• Petition for annexation of 1319 E. 129th Ave., 2013 E. State Rd. 8 & 1715 E. 129th Ave. (public hearing)
• Petition for annexation of 1411 E. 137th Ave., 1611 E. 137th Ave. & 13950 Iowa St. (public hearing)
• 2026 City Budget ordinance (first reading)
• Ordinance amending utility deposit rules (first reading)

The Crown Point City Council unanimously approved several annexation resolutions and first‑reading ordinances for new commercial areas. It also adopted the 2026 city budget appropriation and approved salary ordinances for elected officials and appointive officers, including police and fire departments. All motions passed with a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved Resolution No. 2025-09-18R (annexation fiscal plan) – 7-0
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-09-20 (annexation of 13318 & 13306 lowa St.) – 7-0
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-09-19R (annexation fiscal plan) – 7-0
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-09-21 (annexation of 1319 E. 129 Ave. & others) – 7-0
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-09-20R (annexation fiscal plan) – 7-0
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-09-24 (2026 City Budget appropriation) – 7-0
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-09-25 (salaries for elected officials 2026) – 7-0
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-09-26 (salaries for appointive officers, police and fire 2026) – 7-0

Redevelopment Commission

The Crown Point Redevelopment Commission will meet on September 2, 2025, to discuss police department vehicle purchases among other items. The meeting will include procedural approvals and a review of invoices.

• Police Department Vehicle Purchases

The Redevelopment Commission approved Draw #2 of $42,286.53 for the Point 65 Tax Allocation Area, with the motion made by Andrew Kyres, seconded by Brad Bosse, and passed unanimously by voice vote. The commission also approved the invoices dated 2025-08-31, again by unanimous voice vote. Earlier, the minutes from the July 7, 2025 meeting were approved unanimously.

• Approved Draw #2 $42,286.53 for Point 65 Tax Allocation Area (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved invoices dated 2025-08-31 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved July 7, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Crown Point Board of Public Works and Safety will meet to approve a street closure for a church event and a grant of easement for Lake County Parks and Recreation. The board will also receive a church update and recognize an Employee of the Month.

• Approval of street closure for Christ Way Church 'Friend Day Event' on Christ Way
• Approval of grant of easement with Lake County Parks and Recreation
• Presentation of Constitution Week Proclamation to Daughters of the American Revolution
• Employee of the Month recognition
• Utility updates from Commonwealth

The Board approved multiple SRF disbursements, including $389,661 to Gatlin Plumbing and $2.73 M to Atlas, and authorized a street closure for a church event on Sep. 7. It also approved an $8,096 easement purchase for the Downtown Interceptor project. Finally, the Board reaffirmed the demolition order for the unsafe building at 400 E. North St., directing demolition within 30‑60 days.

• Approved Gatlin Plumbing Pay Application $389,661 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved SRF Disbursements 6A & 12L for Thieneman $327,779 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Atlas Pay Application $2,728,031.86 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved street closure on Anderson St. for Christ Way Church event Sep 7 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved easement purchase with Lake County Parks for $8,096 (unanimous voice vote)
• Reaffirmed demolition order for 400 E. North St. building, demolition within 30‑60 days (unanimous voice vote)

Plan Commission

The Crown Point Plan Commission will review four development petitions at this meeting, including a preliminary planned unit development for a residential subdivision, secondary plats for an office building and a residential phase, and a workshop for an office building site development. No votes are scheduled; these are hearings and discussions only.

• Preliminary PUD approval request for Capstone Residential Subdivision at 2021 W 133rd Ave (Cap Dev LLC)
• Secondary plat approval request for office building at 700 West Burrell Drive (Timothy & Nancy Briggs)
• Secondary plat approval request for Greenview Phase 1 at E 101st Ave & California Street (Estates Development LLC)
• Workshop for office building site development at 106 US Hwy 231 (5M Crown Point, LLC)

The commission voted to defer Petition 25-30 for CapDev LLC, postponing its preliminary PUD hearing to September. It then approved Petition 25-31 for a secondary plat at 700 West Burrell Dr and Petition 25-32 for the Greenview Phase 1 secondary plat. All three motions received unanimous yes votes with no oppositions or abstentions.

• Deferred Petition 25-30 (CapDev LLC) – unanimous approval
• Approved Petition 25-31 (Tim & Nancy Briggs) – unanimous approval
• Approved Petition 25-32 (Estates Development, LLC) – unanimous approval

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings to consider four variance requests from development standards. These requests involve signage size limits and rear yard setbacks at three different locations.

• Variance for signage to exceed 16 sq feet at 12701 Carolina St
• Variance for rear yard setback encroachment at 1637 Edith Way
• Variance for on-building signage to exceed 100 sq feet at 10201 Broadway
• Variance for monument signage to exceed 150 sq feet at 12701 Carolina St

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved Petition 25‑33, allowing a 174 sq ft monument sign at 10201 Broadway. Earlier, the board denied Petition 25‑31 for oversized signage, approved a rear‑yard setback variance (Petition 25‑30), and denied an on‑building signage variance (Petition 25‑32). The July 28, 2025 meeting minutes were also approved unanimously.

• Approved Petition 25‑33 monument signage variance (3‑1 vote)
• Denied Petition 25‑31 signage variance exceeding 16 sq ft (5‑0 vote)
• Approved Petition 25‑30 rear‑yard setback variance (4‑0 vote)
• Denied Petition 25‑32 on‑building signage variance (2‑2 vote)
• Approved July 28, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0 vote)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to consider two requests for Certificates of Appropriateness. Both applications involve garage repairs and façade work for properties located on South Street.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for garage repairs and façade work at 113 W South St. (Robert Alm)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for garage repairs and façade work at 205 E South St. (Robert Bishop)

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the July 28, 2025 meeting minutes. It voted to defer Petition 25‑11 for garage repairs at 113 W South St until additional dimensions and details are provided. The commission approved Petition 25‑12 for garage work at 205 E South St, pending Board of Zoning Appeals approval and staff comment.

• Approved July 28, 2025 minutes (5‑0)
• Deferred Petition 25‑11 (garage at 113 W South St) pending more information (5‑0)
• Approved Petition 25‑12 (garage at 205 E South St) pending Board of Zoning Appeals approval and staff comment (5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (5‑0)

City Council

The Crown Point Common Council will hold a special meeting to introduce the 2026 budget. No specific decisions are listed; the agenda is procedural with a brief introduction and miscellaneous items.

Mayor Land introduced the proposed 2026 city budget, noting a 2.25% overall increase and a 4.7% rise in the General Fund. Council members, the mayor, and department heads discussed specific line‑item changes. No vote or formal action on adopting the budget was recorded.

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Crown Point Board of Public Works & Safety will decide on several requests including a street closure for VetRock 2025, a comprehensive safety action plan, and an INDOT agreement for law enforcement equipment. The board will also vote on utility easements, decommissioned police vehicle auctions, officer promotions, and a fencing purchase for tennis court improvements at High Meadow Park.

• Approval of street closure for VetRock 2025 at an unspecified location
• Approval of Comprehensive Safety Action Plan with Butler, Fairman & Seufert
• Approval of INDOT Agreement for installation of law enforcement equipment
• Approval to auction decommissioned police vehicles
• Approval of fencing purchase for tennis court improvements at High Meadow Park

The Board unanimously approved the Comprehensive Safety Action Plan with Butler, Fairman & Seufert, which will receive an 80% grant from the Federal Highway Administration. It also approved a street closure on South St. for the VetRock2025 concert, multiple utility disbursements and change orders, and the installation of four license‑plate‑reader cameras along INDOT rights‑of‑way. All motions passed by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved Disbursement #46 to Grimmer Construction $48,980.40 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Change Order #3 increasing contract price $52,878.00 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Lead Service Line Disbursement #5 $610,848.00 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Lead Service Line Disbursements #6 ($70,134.00) and #7 ($6,768.00) (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved SRF Wastewater Loan Disbursements #5‑10 totaling $1,477,? (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved street closure on South St. between Main St. and East St. for VetRock2025 on Aug 22, 4‑10 PM (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Comprehensive Safety Action Plan with Butler, Fairman & Seufert (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved INDOT agreement for installation of four license‑plate‑reader cameras (unanimous voice vote)

City Council

The Crown Point Common Council will hold a regular meeting to review second readings for two property rezonings and a budget appropriation. The body will also approve claims and SRF distributions.

• Second reading of Ordinance No. 2025-06-17: Rezone from I-1 Industrial to B-3 Business at 10935-11005 Delaware Parkway
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 2025-07-18: Rezone from R-3 Residential to OS-1 Office Service at 400 E. North Street
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 2025-07-19: Additional appropriation in the Local Law Fund
• Approval of claims and SRF distributions

Council approved the minutes from the July 7 meeting and the routine claims and SRF distributions. The body adopted Ordinance No. 2025-07-17 rezoning Delaware Parkway from I‑1 Industrial to B‑3 Business, and Ordinance No. 2025-07-18 rezoning 400 E. North St from R‑3 Residential to OS‑1 Office Service after correcting typographical errors. It also approved Ordinance No. 2025-07-19 authorizing an additional appropriation in the Local Law Fund. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved July 7 minutes (6-0)
• Approved claims and SRF distributions (unanimous voice vote)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-07-17 rezoning Delaware Parkway (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-07-18 rezoning 400 E. North St (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-07-19 additional appropriation in Local Law Fund (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

City Council

The City Council is meeting in an executive session to discuss matters related to real property and litigation. These discussions are conducted privately under Indiana Code.

• Discussion of real property per Indiana Code § 5-14-1.5-6.1 (b)(2)(D)
• Discussion of litigation per Indiana Code § 5-14-1.5-6.1 (b)(2)(B)

The Crown Point City Council met in executive session on August 4, 2025. No subject matter beyond the agenda items was discussed, and no actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Redevelopment Commission

The Redevelopment Commission will meet to discuss new business and approve invoices. The primary item on the agenda is a second draw for the Point 65 Tax Allocation Area.

• Point 65 Tax Allocation Area Draw 2

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the July 7, 2025 meeting. It also approved a $42,286.53 draw from the Point 65 Tax Allocation Area TIF bond. Invoices dated 2025-8-031 were approved, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved July 7, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Point 65 Tax Allocation Area Draw #2 for $42,286.53 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved invoices dated 2025-8-031 (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Plan Commission

The Crown Point Plan Commission is meeting to consider several site development requests and plat approvals. The agenda includes proposals for professional, industrial, and recreational facilities, as well as a new residential subdivision.

• Primary Plat for a professional office building at 106 E State Road 8
• Site development for soccer and cheerleading facilities at 1025 and 1055 Troutwine Rd
• Primary Plat approval for Lake Ventures Subdivision at Mississippi St & E 109th Ave
• Site development for Dutch Bros Coffee at 671 E. 109th Pl
• Secondary Plat for a light industrial building at 11025 Delaware Parkway

The commission approved Petition 25-20 for a 7,533‑sq‑ft professional office building at 106 E State Road 8, Petition 25-24 for a 12,500‑sq‑ft soccer training facility at 1025 Troutwine Rd, and Petition 25-25 for an 18,000‑sq‑ft indoor cheer gym at 1055 Troutwine Rd. Each approval was subject to review and approval of parking, access, and easement agreements, and all staff comments. All votes were unanimous (7‑0‑0). The commission also approved the June 23, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously.

• Approved Petition 25-20 (professional office building) – vote 7‑0‑0
• Approved Petition 25-24 (soccer training facility) – vote 7‑0‑0
• Approved Petition 25-25 (indoor cheer gym) – vote 7‑0‑0
• Approved June 23, 2025 minutes – vote 7‑0‑0

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for a property at 12701 Carolina St. The board is considering whether to allow signage to exceed 16 square feet.

• Public hearing for variance request 25-31 (Michael Cruz/Canvas Crown Point Owner, LLC) to allow signage over 16 sq feet at 12701 Carolina St

The board approved the June 23, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. It then deferred Petition 25-31, which sought to allow signage larger than 16 sq ft at 12701 Carolina St. The meeting was adjourned shortly after.

• Approved June 23, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Deferred Petition 25-31 signage variance (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to conduct commission training and discussion. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items.

• Commission Training & Discussion

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the June 23, 2025 meeting minutes with a 5‑yes, 0‑no vote and two abstentions. The commission then adjourned the meeting at 4:50 p.m. No new business or substantive actions were taken.

• Approved June 23, 2025 minutes (5-0, 2 abstentions)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will meet to award a demolition contract and review utility updates. Members will also consider easement agreements and the release of performance bonds for the Willows project.

• Award bid and contract for demolition of 1115 E. Joliet Street
• Easement agreement for 1326 N. Main Street
• Release of performance bond and acceptance of 2-year maintenance bond for Willows Phase 1
• Release of performance bond and acceptance of 2-year maintenance bond for Willows Phase 2
• Utility updates from Al Stong/Commonwealth

The Crown Point Board of Public Works & Safety unanimously approved several financial disbursements, contract awards, and easement agreements related to water projects. Items included a $23,891 disbursement, a $122,695 pay application, demolition of 1115 E. Joliet St., easements for 1326 N. Main St., performance bond releases for Willows Phase 1 and 2, and a Franciscan deed and easements for a lift station.

• Approved Disbursement #45 of $23,891.00 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Pay Application #23 of $122,695.00 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved demolition contract for 1115 E. Joliet St. (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved easement agreement for 1326 N. Main St. (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved release of performance bond $57,305.00 and 2‑year maintenance bond $14,326.25 for Willows Phase 1 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved release of performance bond $23,461.30 and 2‑year maintenance bond $5,332.11 for Willows Phase 2 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Franciscan deed and easements for lift station (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved addition of new agenda item for Franciscan deed/easement (unanimous voice vote)

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will review several service contracts and permit requests. The meeting includes a bid opening for a demolition project and a discussion on employee health and dental plan changes.

• Bid opening for the demolition of 1115 E. Joliet Street
• Request to add Buy Down Plan and separate health and dental plans
• Request for Annual Downtown Business Sidewalk Sale approval
• Request for 2025 Lake County Fair EMS Contract approval
• Request for HIDTA Phone System Contract approval

The Crown Point Board of Public Works & Safety approved a series of contracts, fund draws, and project amendments, all by unanimous voice vote. Items included adding a NIPSCO license agreement, accepting a demolition bid, and approving utility fund draws and change orders. Additional approvals covered employee health buy‑down, a downtown sidewalk sale, and the Lake County Fair EMS contract.

• Approved addition of NIPSCO license agreement (unanimous voice vote)
• Accepted demolition bid $16,850 to C. Lee Construction (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Water Utility Fund Loan Draw #11 for $22,869.72 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Change Order #13 increasing contract price $31,066 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved release of retainage $90,000 under Final PPA #16 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Buy Down Plan amendment for employee health coverage (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Downtown Square sidewalk sale July 17‑20 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved 2025 Lake County Fair EMS contract (unanimous voice vote)

Redevelopment Commission

The Redevelopment Commission will meet to review previous minutes and approve invoices. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate items.

• Approval of invoices

The Redevelopment Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the June 2, 2025 meeting. It also approved the invoices dated 2025-7-031 by unanimous voice vote. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved June 2, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved invoices dated 2025-7-031 (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

City Council

The Crown Point City Council will discuss several zoning changes and fund appropriations. The meeting includes public hearings for additional appropriations in the General Improvement and Local Law funds.

• Rezone from B-2 Business to R-3 Residential at 1525 W. 96th Avenue
• Rezone from I-1 Industrial to B-3 Business at 10935-11005 Delaware Parkway
• Rezone from R-3 Residential to OS-1 Office Service at 400 E. North Street
• Special Use for residential in building with office use at 400 E. North St.
• Vacating a portion of Ruschli, Monitor and Hoffman Street

The council adopted several measures, including the rezoning of 1525 W. 96th Ave. from B‑2 Business to R‑3 Residential (6‑0), approved an additional appropriation to move sidewalk funds into the General Improvement Fund (5‑0), and approved the vacation of a portion of Ruschli, Monitor & Hoffman Streets (6‑0). It also approved a special‑use resolution for 400 E. North St., held over three other rezoning ordinances, and adopted the updated PACE fee schedule (unanimous).

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025‑07‑16 rezoning 1525 W. 96th Ave. (6‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025‑06‑14 additional appropriation to General Improvement Fund (5‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025‑06‑15 vacation of portion of Ruschli, Monitor & Hoffman St. (6‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025‑07‑17R special‑use for 400 E. North St. (unanimous voice vote)
• Held over Ordinance No. 2025‑07‑17 (first reading) (unanimous voice vote)
• Held over Ordinance No. 2025‑07‑18 (first reading) (unanimous voice vote)
• Held over Ordinance No. 2025‑07‑19 (first reading) (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved PACE fee schedule update (unanimous voice vote)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider several requests for zoning changes and plat approvals. The agenda includes proposals for residential, business, and office developments, as well as two sports facilities.

• Zone change from B-2 Business to R-3 Residential at NE Corner of Merrillville Rd & W 97th Pl
• Zone change from I-1 Industrial to B-3 Business at NE Corner of Delaware Pkwy & 110th Ave
• Primary Plat for professional office building at 106 E State Road 8
• Zone change from R-3 Residential to OS-1 Office Services at 400 E North St.
• Site development for soccer and cheerleading facilities at 1025 and 1055 Troutwine Rd

The Plan Commission deferred three pending petitions (25-20, 25-24, and 25-25) to the next meeting. It issued a favorable recommendation to the City Council for Petition 25-18. It approved Petition 25-19 and Petition 25-21 (subject to staff comments), each with unanimous votes.

• Deferred Petition 25-20 (Primary Plat) to next meeting (7-0)
• Deferred Petitions 25-24 and 25-25 (Site Development) to next meeting (7-0)
• Issued favorable recommendation to City Council for Petition 25-18 (7-0)
• Approved Petition 25-19 (Change of Zone) (7-0)
• Approved Petition 25-21 (Secondary Plat) subject to staff comments (7-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings for two property requests. The board will consider a setback variance and a request to allow residential use in an office building.

• Variance request for side yard setback encroachment at 651 W 109th Pl
• Special use request for residential use in a building with office use at 400 E. North St

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved the variance petition (BZA 25‑28) to allow side‑yard setback encroachment for a Dutch Bros drive‑thru at 651 W 109" PI, with a unanimous yes vote. The Board also adopted a favorable recommendation to the City Council for the special‑use petition (25‑29) to permit residential units in the former Trinity Lutheran church at 400 E North St, contingent on a zone change and a maximum of six units, also unanimously approved. The Board approved the May 27 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous consent. The meeting was adjourned after a motion to adjourn was passed.

• Approved May 27 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous yes)
• Approved Petition BZA 25‑28 variance for side‑yard setback at 651 W 109" PI (yes: President Nick Nochevich, Vice President Jeremy Taylor, Dan Rohaley, John Marshall, Dick Sauerman)
• Approved motion to send favorable recommendation to City Council for Petition 25‑29 special‑use at 400 E North St, contingent on zone change and up to six residential units (yes: President Nick Nochevich, Vice President Jeremy Taylor, John Marshall, Dan Rohaley, Dick Sauerman)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (motion passed)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to consider requests for Certificates of Appropriateness. The body is reviewing proposed exterior work at two different locations.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for signage and façade work at 115 W Joliet St. (Chris Pappas/Dillinger Holdings LLC)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for repairs at 218 E Clark St. (Kenneth Turner)

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the Certificate of Appropriateness for Petition 25-08, allowing signage and a color change while prohibiting paint on the top 24 inches of brick. It also approved the Certificate of Appropriateness for Petition 25-09 to replace a deteriorated chimney. All approvals were passed by unanimous or unanimous‑except‑one votes.

• Approved corrected April 28, 2025 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Rejected Petition 25-08 (2-3)
• Approved HP 25-08 signage items and brick restriction (5-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for Petition 25-08 (5-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for Petition 25-09 (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will review requests for permit renewals, event approvals, and contract amendments. The meeting includes decisions on city equipment purchases and updates to employee health and dental plans.

• PACE Fee Schedule Update
• Purchase of a 2023 John Deere Z994R Mower
• Extension of the 2024 Contract for Crack Sealing
• Amendment to On-Call Agreement with American Structurepoint
• Annual DARE Golf Outing Contract with Youche Country Club

The Board unanimously approved a $960,000 task order for a resident project representative, a $9,807 utility invoice, and several contracts including a solicitor’s permit renewal, a DARE golf outing, a Barracuda Cloud security add‑on, a PACE fee schedule update, an EV‑charging station donation, and a crack‑sealing contract extension. It also deferred the health‑and‑dental buy‑down plan to the July 9 meeting. All motions passed by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved $9,807 utility invoice Disbursement #43 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved $960,000 Task Order 2025-04 for resident project representative (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved renewal of Mr. Bowtie Ice Cream solicitor’s permit (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved DARE Golf Outing contract with Youche Country Club (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved adjustment to Barracuda Cloud Control System contract (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved update to PACE fee schedule (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved donation agreement for EV charging stations from Drive Clean Indiana (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved extension of 2024 crack‑sealing contract at $2.19 per pound (unanimous voice vote)

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will review requests for facility use, road closures, and utility services. The meeting includes the swearing-in of a new firefighter and updates on utility work.

• Road closure request for Christ Way Camps
• Facility Use Agreement with the Lake County Corn Dogs
• NIPSCO Service Agreement for Sauerman Woods
• Acceptance of 2 performance bonds for Willows Phase 3
• Release of bond for the Franciscan Hospital

The Crown Point Board of Public Works & Safety unanimously approved two boot drives for the local hockey club, a road closure on Anderson St. for a youth program, and a facility use agreement for the Lake County Corn Dogs at Legacy Fields. It also approved a NIPSCO service agreement for Sauerman Woods, two performance bonds totaling $562,000 for Willows Phase 3, and the release of a $399,303 bond for the Franciscan Hospital sidewalk project.

• Approved two Boot Drives for Crown Point Hockey Club on July 19 and Sept 6 2025 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved road closure on Anderson St. between N. Court St. and Main St. for ChristWay youth program (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Facility Use Agreement with Lake County Corn Dogs for Legacy Fields (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved NIPSCO Service Agreement for power to Sauerman Woods (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved two performance bonds for Willows Phase 3: $485,439.13 for infrastructure and $76,180.39 for HMA surface (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved release of $399,303.00 bond for Franciscan Hospital sidewalk (unanimous voice vote)

Redevelopment Commission

The Redevelopment Commission will meet to discuss a final payment for a facade grant and annual excess TIF resolutions. The board will also receive an update on Wrapped in History and review facade grant program applications.

• Final payment for Facade Grant at 100 S. Main St
• Annual Excess TIF Resolutions
• Wrapped in History Update
• Facade Grant Program Application

The Redevelopment Commission unanimously approved the final payment of $4,979.57 for the facade grant at 100 S. Main St. The commission also approved nine TIF resolutions (2025-6-2-1R through 2025-6-2-9R) and the invoices dated 2025-6-031. The minutes from the May 5, 2025 meeting were approved, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved final facade grant payment of $4,979.57 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved TIF resolutions 2025-6-2-1R through 2025-6-2-9R (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved invoices dated 2025-6-031 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved minutes from the May 5, 2025 Redevelopment Commission meeting (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous voice vote)

City Council

The City Council will review several special use resolutions for residential and commercial developments. The meeting includes a second reading on fire-rescue reimbursement rules and a first reading on a general improvement fund appropriation.

• Resolution No. 2025-06-13R: Special Use for townhomes at 1525 W. 96th Avenue
• Resolution No. 2025-06-14R: Special Use for a cheerleading facility at 1055 Troutwine Road
• Resolution No. 2025-06-15R: Special Use for a soccer training facility at 1025 Troutwine Road
• Resolution No. 2025-06-16R: Special Use for a fitness facility at 1849 E. Summit Street
• Ordinance No. 2025-06-15: Vacating a portion of Ruschli, Monitor and Hoffman Street

The council adopted Ordinance No. 2025-05-13 amending fire‑rescue reimbursement provisions, passing 7‑0. Several special‑use resolutions for townhomes, a cheerleading facility, a soccer training facility, and a fitness studio were approved unanimously. The council also moved Ordinance No. 2025-06-15 (street vacating) and Ordinance No. 2025-06-14 (sidewalk fund appropriation) to second readings by unanimous voice vote. Procedural items such as minutes and claims were approved by voice vote.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-05-13 (fire‑rescue reimbursements) – passed 7‑0
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-06-13R (townhomes at 1525 W 96th Ave) – unanimous voice vote
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-06-14R (cheerleading facility at 1055 Troutwine Rd) – unanimous voice vote
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-06-15R (soccer training facility at 1025 Troutwine Rd) – unanimous voice vote
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-06-16R (fitness studio at 1849 E. Summit St) – unanimous voice vote
• Moved Ordinance No. 2025-06-15 (vacating Ruschli, Monitor, Hoffman St.) to second reading – unanimous voice vote
• Moved Ordinance No. 2025-06-14 (additional appropriation for sidewalk program) to second reading – unanimous voice vote
• Approved claims and SRF distributions – unanimous voice vote

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider several land use requests, including site development for a coffee shop and assisted living facility. The body will also review plat approvals for industrial and residential projects.

• Primary Plat Approval to combine Lots 7 & 8 at 11025 Delaware Parkway
• Secondary Plat Approval for Willows – Phase 3 at E 129th Ave. & Delaware St.
• Site Development for 7 Brew Drive Thru Coffee at 10671 Broadway
• Site Development for Two Hearts Assisted Living Facility at 1550 S Feather Rock Subdivision
• Workshop for Hotels & Commercial at 125 S. Superior Dr

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on several variance and special use requests. These include proposals for a cheerleading facility, a soccer training facility, and a fitness center. The board will also consider a request for a seasonal greenhouse.

• Variance for seasonal greenhouse at 1276 N Main St.
• Special use and setback variances for indoor cheerleading facility at 1055 Troutwine Road
• Special use and setback variances for soccer training facility at 1025 Troutwine Road
• Special use for fitness facility at 1849 E Summit St.

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved Petition BZA 25-18, granting Jewel‑Osco a permanent variance for a seasonal greenhouse at 1276 N Main St, contingent on operation dates (March 1 to the second weekend of June), emergency‑services approval, and future Board review if the site plan changes. The board also voted to send a favorable recommendation to the City Council for Petition BZA 25-19, allowing an indoor cheerleading facility at 1055 Troutwine Rd. Additionally, the board approved setback variances for the same property (Petitions BZA 25-20 and 25-22). All votes were recorded as documented in the minutes.

• Approved Petition BZA 25-18 (Jewel‑Osco greenhouse variance) – YES: Nick Nochevich, Jeremy Taylor, Dick Sauerman; NO: Dan Rohaley, John Marshall
• Sent favorable recommendation to City Council for Petition BZA 25-19 (indoor cheerleading facility) – YES: Nick Nochevich, Jeremy Taylor, John Marshall, Dan Rohaley, Dick Sauerman; NO: none
• Approved Petition BZA 25-20 (side‑yard setback variance) – YES: Nick Nochevich, Jeremy Taylor, Dan Rohaley, John Marshall, Dick Sauerman; NO: none
• Approved Petition BZA 25-22 (rear‑yard setback variance) – YES: Nick Nochevich, Jeremy Taylor, Dan Rohaley, John Marshall, Dick Sauerman; NO: none

Historic Preservation Commission

The Crown Point Historic Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for May 27, 2025, was cancelled because no agenda items were submitted. The next regularly scheduled meeting is June 23, 2025, at 4:00 p.m.

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will meet to review several contract requests and event permits. The body is considering approvals for police parking solutions and two 5K races. The meeting also includes the swearing-in of a new police officer.

• Purchase and agreement with T2 Parking Solutions
• Two Phil and Sons HIDTA Contracts
• Sts. Peter & Paul 5K Race and CPEMA assistance
• Corn Dog Dash 5K and CPEMA assistance
• Willy Works signage placement

The board approved multiple utility and public‑safety contracts, including a $51,303,121 Downtown Interceptor award. It also approved Task Order 2025‑03 for $369,851, a $328,946.26 water‑utility loan draw, and HIDTA contract renewals. Additional approvals covered Willy Works signage, a $9,222 purchase of T2 Parking Solutions equipment, and permits for two community 5K races. All motions passed by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved Task Order 2025‑03 for $369,851.00 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved CEI Invoice City Water Utility Fund Loan Draw #7 for $328,946.26 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Downtown Interceptor contract (base bid plus MA‑4) for $51,303,121.00 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved renewal of two Phil & Sons HIDTA contracts (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Willy Works signage along Main St. (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved purchase and agreement with T2 Parking Solutions ($9,222 first‑year cost) (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Sts. Peter & Paul 5K race and CPEMA assistance (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Corn Dog Dash 5K race and CPEMA assistance (unanimous voice vote)

Board of Zoning Appeals

This special meeting of the Board of Zoning Appeals includes one old business item and four new business items, all public hearings. The board will consider a special use for townhomes in an R-3 residential zone, a variance for a side-yard setback encroachment, and three variances for the Crown Point Community School Corp. involving an accessory structure exceeding size and height limits and a setback encroachment.

• 24-19 Windimere Townhomes LLC: Special Use for townhomes in R-3 Residential Zone at 1525 W 96th Ave
• 25-14 Adams Masonry, Inc.: Variance to allow encroachment of side yard setback at SE corner of Virginia St. & E 112th Ave
• 25-15 Crown Point Community School Corp.: Variance to allow accessory structure over 900 sq ft at 1151 E Summit St
• 25-16 Crown Point Community School Corp.: Variance to allow accessory structure over 16 ft height at 1151 E Summit St
• 25-17 Crown Point Community School Corp.: Variance to allow encroachment of side yard setback at 1151 E Summit St

The Board approved the April 28, 2025 minutes by unanimous voice vote. It issued a favorable recommendation for petition BZA 24-19 to allow townhomes in an R‑3 zone. It also approved the withdrawal of petitions 25-14, 25-15, 25-16, and 25-17.

• Favorable Recommendation for petition BZA 24-19 passed (3‑0)
• Petition 25-14 withdrawn (3‑0)
• Petition 25-15 withdrawn (3‑0)
• Petition 25-16 withdrawn (3‑0)
• Petition 25-17 withdrawn (3‑0)

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will vote on several new business items including a requested easement for ingress/egress and public utility easements, approval to add a new hire to the EMA roster, a right-of-way use application, a JEP contract extension, purchase of Verkada cameras, an EnerGov software add-on, and a bond for Surf Wireless. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, an employee-of-the-month recognition, and utility updates from Commonwealth.

• Request approval for easement and dedication of public right-of-way for ingress/egress and turn around and for public utility easements
• Request approval to add new hire to the EMA roster
• Request approval of use of right-of-way application
• Request approval of purchase of Verkada cameras
• Request approval of bond for Surf Wireless

The Board unanimously approved the award of a $3,347,000 bid to Gatlin Plumbing for Lead Service Line replacement Round 1. It also approved multiple SRF disbursements, PER acceptance forms, and contract amendments, including a $57,000 amendment for Bulldog Park concrete work. Additional approvals covered easement dedication, a new hire, a right‑of‑way application, a JEP contract extension, Verkada cameras purchase, an EnerGov add‑on, and a $50,000 bond for Surf Wireless.

• Approved $3,347,000 bid to Gatlin Plumbing for LSL Round 1 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved SRF Disbursement #41 of $8,300 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved SRF Disbursement #42 of $32,748 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved PER Acceptance Form for New 24" Water Supply Line (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved amendment to Bulldog Park concrete contract to $57,000 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved purchase of Verkada cameras (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved $50,000 bond for Surf Wireless (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved easement and dedication of public right of way at Hoffman St (unanimous voice vote)

Redevelopment Commission

The Redevelopment Commission will meet to discuss facade grants for properties on S. Main St and W Joliet St. The board will also consider a membership proposal for the LCEA and approve invoices.

• Facade Grant for 100 S. Main St
• Final payment for Facade Grant at 101-107 W Joliet St (Old Antique Mall)
• LCEA Membership Proposal

The Redevelopment Commission approved the minutes from the April 7, 2025 meeting. It authorized a $4,979.57 additional facade grant for 100 S. Main St and a $100,000 payment for the facade grant at 101‑107 W Joliet St. The commission also approved a $1,000 LCEA membership contribution and the invoices dated May 31, 2025. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved April 7, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved additional $4,979.57 facade grant for 100 S. Main St (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved $100,000 payment for facade grant at 101‑107 W Joliet St (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved $1,000 LCEA membership proposal (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved invoices dated 2025-05-31 (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

City Council

The Crown Point Common Council will hold a regular meeting with actions including a second reading of a rezone ordinance at 2000-2021 East North Street from I-1 Industrial to B-3 Business. The council will also consider resolutions for donation of real estate at 409 Thomas St and acquisition of property at 1115 E. Joliet St. A first reading of an ordinance amending fire-rescue reimbursement fees is scheduled.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2025-04-12: rezone from I-1 Industrial to B-3 Business at 2000-2021 East North Street
• Resolution 2025-05-11R: acceptance of donation of real estate at 409 Thomas St
• Resolution 2025-05-12R: authorization of acquisition of real property at 1115 E. Joliet St
• First reading of Ordinance 2025-05-13: amending Municipal Code Sections 35.05 and 35.12 regarding fire-rescue reimbursements
• Public comments limited to 5 minutes

The council voted 7‑0 to approve Ordinance No. 2025-04-12, changing the zoning of 2000‑2021 East North St. from I‑1 Industrial to B‑3 Business. It also adopted the HREDC Tax Abatement Renewal recommendations and approved two real‑estate resolutions: accepting a donation at 409 Thomas St. and acquiring 1115 E. Joliet St. for a roundabout entrance. Additionally, the council approved the regular Claims and SRF Distributions and held over a fire‑rescue reimbursement ordinance for a second reading.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-04-12 rezoning 2000‑2021 East North St. (7‑0)
• Adopted HREDC Tax Abatement Renewal recommendations (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-05-11R to accept donation of 409 Thomas St. (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-05-12R to acquire 1115 E. Joliet St. (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Claims and SRF Distributions (unanimous voice vote)
• Added HREDC Tax Abatement Renewals to agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Held over Ordinance No. 2025-05-13 fire‑rescue reimbursements for second reading (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Tax Abatement

The Human Resources and Economic Development Committee will consider tax abatement renewals. Final approval of any recommendations will occur at the Crown Point City Council meeting later that evening.

• Tax abatement renewals

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will discuss a facade change for a Dunkin location and hold workshops for three new development projects. These include two residential projects and one office building.

• Dunkin facade change at 10970 Broadway
• Lennar Homes of Indiana, LLC workshop for Single Family Residential PUD at NWC of Iowa St. & E 121st Ave
• Providence Real Estate Development workshop for Single Family Residential at Summertree Subdivision
• Timothy & Nancy Briggs workshop for an office building at 700 W Burrell Dr.

The commission approved the updates to Petition 14-06 for the Dunkin Donuts at 10970 Broadway, requiring the installation of bicycle racks with proper lighting. The motion passed with a 4‑1 vote. The commission also approved the March 24, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved March 24, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved updates to Petition 14-06 for Dunkin Donuts at 10970 Broadway, adding bike racks and lighting (4-1)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Crown Point Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on several special use and variance requests. The board will also review old business, including a request for townhomes in an R-3 zone. Public comments will be accepted at the meeting.

• Windimere Townhomes LLC requests special use for townhomes at 1525 W 96th Ave in R-3 zone
• Michael Wondaal seeks special use for fitness facility at 10647 Broadway in B-3 zone
• Adams Masonry Inc requests variance for side yard setback at SE corner of Virginia St. & E 112th Ave
• Crown Point Community School Corp. seeks variances for accessory structure size, height, and side yard setback at 1151 E Summit St.

The Board of Zoning Appeals meeting on April 28, 2025 was cancelled because a quorum was not present. All agenda items have been deferred to the meeting scheduled for May 15, 2025. The next regularly scheduled Board of Zoning Appeals meeting is set for May 27, 2025 at 5:30 p.m.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a regular meeting, including approval of minutes and old business. The main action items are two requests for Certificates of Appropriateness for repairs and façade work at 100 S. Main St. and 302 E. Clark St. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 27, 2025.

• Certificate of Appropriateness request by Livia Centofanti for repairs/façade work at 100 S. Main St.
• Certificate of Appropriateness request by Indiana Landmarks for repairs/façade work at 302 E. Clark St.

The Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the January 27, 2025 meeting. It also approved Petition 25-05 and its Certificate of Appropriateness, and Petition 25-06 and its Certificate of Appropriateness, each with all members voting yes. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved January 27, 2025 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Petition 25-05 (subject to staff comment) (unanimous)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for Petition 25-05 (unanimous)
• Approved Petition 25-06 (subject to staff comment) (unanimous)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for Petition 25-06 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will review requests for new police department policies and an MOU with Lexis Nexis. The body is also considering contracts for stormwater review and MS4 services with Christopher Burke.

• Updated policies for the Crown Point Police Department
• MOU between Crown Point Police Department and Lexis Nexis
• Concrete work at the Dog Park
• Christopher Burke Stormwater Review Contract
• Christopher Burke Ms4 Contract

The Board unanimously approved the Mayor’s signature on the Certificate of Substantial Completion for the wastewater plant improvements and adopted two task orders, including a $4,110,000 Phase 2 financing for the Downtown Interceptor. It also approved a $60,184.17 water‑utility loan draw, the electrical and gas easement for the T‑Mobile water tower, city support for the Cobe Cup Cruise, new police department policies, a Lexis Nexis MOU, and a service agreement with Fire Recovery USA pending final legal review.

• Approved Mayor’s signature on Certificate of Substantial Completion (unanimous)
• Approved Task Order 2025‑02 for Downtown Interceptor financing $4,110,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Commonwealth Invoice Water Utility Fund Loan Draw #6 $60,184.17 (unanimous)
• Approved Electrical and Gas Utility Easement for T‑Mobile water tower (unanimous)
• Approved City support for Cobe Cup Cruise event (unanimous)
• Approved new and updated Crown Point Police Department policies (unanimous)
• Approved Lexis Nexis MOU for police accident‑report sales (unanimous)
• Approved Service Agreement with Fire Recovery USA, LLC (pending final legal review, unanimous)

Redevelopment Commission

The Crown Point Redevelopment Commission will meet to discuss the TIF Annual Report, an update on the 'Wrapped in History' initiative, and the Bulldog Park project. The board will also consider approval of minutes and invoices from previous meetings.

• TIF Annual Report
• Wrapped in History update
• Bulldog Park update
• Approval of invoices

The Redevelopment Commission approved the March 3 minutes and accepted the TIF annual report. It authorized a $3,000 match to a Community Foundation grant for wrapping junction boxes with art, and approved an additional $739.76 for Bulldog Park stage trusses. The board also approved routine invoices and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved March 3 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted TIF annual report (unanimous)
• Approved $3,000 grant match for art project (unanimous)
• Approved additional $739.76 for Bulldog Park trusses (unanimous)
• Approved invoices dated 2025-04-31 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing and second reading for a park impact fee appropriation. The body is also considering a rezone at 2000-2021 East North Street and a planned unit development for Greenview.

• Ordinance No. 2025-03-11: Park Impact Fee Additional Appropriation (Public Hearing & Second Reading)
• Ordinance No. 2025-04-12: Rezone from I-1 Industrial to B-3 Business at 2000-2021 East North Street
• Ordinance No. 2025-03-10: Planned Unit Development District and Zone Change for Greenview
• Agreement with Town of Schererville regarding Water and Sewer Regulatory Territories
• Resolution No. 2025-04-07R: Notice of Redemption of the Crown Point 2014 Water Bonds

The City Council unanimously approved an agreement with the Town of Schererville to identify and delineate water and sewer regulatory territories. Several ordinances were also adopted, including amendments to responsible bidding practices, a planned unit development for Greenview, a park impact fee appropriation, and a rezoning of 2000‑2021 E. North St. Additionally, the Council approved resolutions to redeem the 2014 water bonds early and to accept a real‑estate donation for public parking.

• Approved March 3, 2025 minutes (6-0-1)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-03-09 on responsible bidding practices (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-03-10 for Greenview Planned Unit Development (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-03-11 adding to the Park Impact Fee Fund (7-0)
• Approved water and sewer regulatory territories agreement with Schererville (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-04-12 rezoning I‑1 Industrial to B‑3 Business at 2000‑2021 E. North St. (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-04-07R for early redemption of 2014 water bonds (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-04-08R to accept a real‑estate donation for public parking (7-0)

Tax Abatement

The Human Resources and Economic Development Committee will discuss a new tax abatement and renewals of existing abatements. No specific projects or amounts are listed in the agenda. Recommendations will go to the City Council for final approval later that evening.

• New Tax Abatement (no details provided)
• Tax Abatement Renewals (no specifics listed)
• Miscellaneous business

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board will consider a proposed agreement with the Town of Schererville outlining water and sewer regulatory territories. It will also vote on a new health program called the Good Samaritan, a bond release for citywide boring work, and a bond extension for Regency Fairways Phase 1. Routine items include approval of prior meeting minutes and recognition of an Employee of the Month.

• Agreement between Crown Point and Schererville on water/sewer regulatory territories
• Request to approve Good Samaritan health program presented by HR Director
• Release of bond for boring work throughout the city
• Regency Fairways Phase 1 bond extension request
• Electrical and gas utility easement for T-Mobile water tower location (deferred from March 5)

The Board unanimously approved a formal agreement with the Town of Schererville defining water and sewer regulatory territories. It also approved Change Order #12 (no price change, schedule extensions), deferred the T‑Mobile utility easement item, and authorized a $5,000 bond for citywide boring work and a $376,175.25 bond extension for Regency Fairways Phase 1. Additionally, the Board approved the new Samaritan Fund health program for city employees.

• Approved Change Order #12 (price $0, +64 days to substantial completion, +21 days to final completion) – unanimous voice vote
• Deferred Electrical and Gas Utility Easement for T‑Mobile Water Tower – unanimous voice vote
• Approved release of $5,000 bond for citywide boring work – unanimous voice vote
• Approved $376,175.25 bond extension for Regency Fairways Phase 1 – unanimous voice vote
• Approved water‑sewer regulatory territory agreement with Town of Schererville – unanimous voice vote
• Approved Samaritan Fund health program for employees – unanimous voice vote

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone the northwest quadrant of Broadway and E North Street from I-1 Industrial to B-3 Business. They will also receive a site development update on the Crossroads YMCA project at 1307 S Main St. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and miscellaneous items.

• Public hearing for zone change (25-09): I-1 Industrial to B-3 Business at NW Quadrant of Broadway and E North St.
• Site development update for Crossroads YMCA (25-04) at 1307 S Main St.
• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Next regular meeting scheduled for April 28, 2025

The commission approved the updated facade and landscape plan for the Crossroads YMCA project (Petition 25-04) with all members voting yes and one abstention. It also adopted a favorable recommendation to the City Council for changing the zone of the NW corner of Broadway and E North St from I-1 Industrial to B-3 Business (Petition 25-09) with a unanimous yes vote. Both actions were recorded as approved by the commission.

• Approved updates to Petition 25-04 for Crossroads YMCA (YES: all five voting members, ABSTAIN: Rich Day)
• Sent favorable recommendation to City Council for zoning change petition 25-09 (YES: all six voting members, NO: none)
• Approved the February 24, 2025 meeting minutes (YES: all members present)
• Adjourned the meeting (motion passed)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on three variance requests from Lake Shore Bone & Joint Institute at 500 E 109th Ave. The variances seek to allow signage in the front yard setback, signage over 20 feet in height, and signage over 150 square feet. No other new business or old business items are listed.

• 25-09: Variance from Development Standards to allow signage in front yard setback at 500 E 109th Ave (Public Hearing)
• 25-10: Variance from Development Standards to allow signage over 20ft in height at 500 E 109th Ave (Public Hearing)
• 25-11: Variance from Development Standards to allow signage over 150 sq ft at 500 E 109th Ave (Public Hearing)

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved the withdrawal of Petition BZA 25-09, Petition BZA 25-10, and Petition BZA 25-11, each concerning signage variances at 500 E 109th Ave. All three motions passed with unanimous affirmative votes. Earlier, the Board also approved the February 24, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote.

• Withdraw Petition BZA 25-09 (front yard setback sign) – approved unanimously (4-0)
• Withdraw Petition BZA 25-10 (sign height and size) – approved unanimously (4-0)
• Withdraw Petition BZA 25-11 (sign size) – approved unanimously (4-0)
• Approve February 24, 2025 meeting minutes – unanimous voice vote

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for March 24, 2025, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will vote on concrete work for the Bulldog Park expansion, a utility easement for T-Mobile, and insurance policy renewals. Also up for approval are a summer concert series contract, vendor renewals, and bond extensions. Old business includes a deferred item from March 5.

• Request Approval of Concrete Work at Bulldog Park Expansion
• Electrical and Gas Utility Easement for T-Mobile Water Tower Location (deferred)
• Request Approval of Summer Concert Series Contract with Tom Lounges
• Request Approval to Release Bond for Boring Work Throughout the City
• Request Approval of Regency Fairways Phase 1 Bond Extension

The Board unanimously approved several items, including adding two new agenda items, authorizing the Mayor's signature on multiple utility and water project documents, and approving purchases of vehicles and equipment. It also approved contracts for concrete work at Bulldog Park, insurance policy renewals, a vendor renewal for Damo’s Dogs, and library signage. Two bond-related items were deferred to the April 2, 2025 meeting.

• Approved addition of two new agenda items (chassis purchase and vehicle equipment) – unanimous voice vote
• Approved Commonwealth Invoice Water Utility Fund Loan Draw #5 for $69,104.37 – unanimous voice vote
• Approved concrete work proposal from R & C Concrete Construction for Bulldog Park expansion – unanimous voice vote
• Approved Accidental Medical Expense Policy renewal for Crown Point Emergency Management – unanimous voice vote
• Approved Vendor/Solicitor renewal for Damo’s Dogs hot dog stand – unanimous voice vote
• Approved purchase of two 2026 Peterbilt chassis ($232,354 total) – unanimous voice vote
• Approved purchase of two 2025 equipment units from Monroe ($259,406 total) – unanimous voice vote
• Deferred approval to release bond for boring work throughout the city to April 2, 2025 – unanimous voice vote

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will discuss awarding bids for CDBG projects and utility updates. Members will consider approvals for concrete work at Bulldog Park and various event service contracts for the city.

• Award bid for CDBG Projects
• Concrete work at Bulldog Park Expansion
• Electrical and Gas Utility Easement for T-Mobile Water Tower Location
• Temporary Outdoor Merchandise Sales approval
• Fireworks and DJ agreements for 4th of July and New Year’s Eve Ball Drop

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved a $158,007.15 ADA funding bid from Milestone Contractors for CDBG projects, a $17,326 change order for the wastewater treatment plant, and several event-related contracts including DJ services, fireworks, and a venue agreement. Two items were deferred to the March 20 meeting: the T-Mobile utility easement and concrete work at Bulldog Park. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Change Order #11 for wastewater treatment plant repairs ($17,326 net cost, 0-day schedule change)
• Awarded CDBG ADA bid to Milestone Contractors ($158,007.15)
• Deferred T-Mobile utility easement to March 20, 2025
• Approved temporary outdoor merchandise sales for St. Patrick's Day at 136 S. Main St.
• Approved Eventlink software renewal ($300)
• Deferred Bulldog Park concrete work to March 20, 2025
• Approved DJ services for St. Patrick's Day Parade ($300)
• Approved venue service agreement for Ready to Live Entertainment at Bulldog Park

Redevelopment Commission

The Redevelopment Commission will vote on final payments for two façade grants and discuss a construction agreement with Crown Point schools. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and invoices.

• Façade Grant final payment for 105 S. Court St
• Façade Grant final payment for 805 N. Main St
• CP School Construction Agreement

The Crown Point Redevelopment Commission approved a final payment of $804,692.73 to the Crown Point School Corp for the Wheeler Middle School/Bulldog Park locker room construction, covering cost overruns per the agreement. They also approved a $25,000 final payment for a facade grant at 105 S. Court St., deferred a similar grant for 805 N. Main St. to April, and approved invoices totaling $836,872.73 after removing one deferred item.

• Approved $804,692.73 for Wheeler Middle School locker room (unanimous)
• Approved $25,000 final payment for facade grant at 105 S. Court St. (unanimous)
• Deferred facade grant final payment for 805 N. Main St. to April meeting (unanimous)
• Approved invoices totaling $836,872.73, minus $9,175.29 deferred item (unanimous)

City Council

The Crown Point City Council will hold public hearings and second readings on ordinances amending water and sewer rates, and authorizing revenue bonds for waterworks and sewage works. New business includes a special use for motor vehicle repair at 1853 E. North Street, a planned unit development zone change for Greenview, and a petition to vacate portions of Ruschli, Monitor, and Hoffman Streets. First readings are also scheduled for an ordinance on responsible bidding practices and a park impact fee appropriation.

• Ordinance 2025-01-03: amending monthly water rates (second reading, deferred from February 3)
• Ordinance 2025-01-02: amending monthly sewage rates (public hearing and second reading)
• Resolution 2025-03-06R: special use for motor vehicle repair in I-1 industrial zone at 1853 E. North Street (5-0 BZA recommendation)
• Ordinance 2025-03-10: adopting a Planned Unit Development and zone change for Greenview
• Petition to vacate a portion of Ruschli, Monitor, and Hoffman Streets (public hearing)

The Crown Point City Council adopted ordinances raising water and sewer utility rates and authorizing revenue bonds for the projects. It also approved a special use for an auto repair business, a street vacation, and several other items. All votes were unanimous (6-0) except where noted.

• Adopted water utility rate increase Ordinance 2025-01-03 (6-0)
• Adopted sewage works rate increase Ordinance 2025-01-02 (6-0)
• Authorized waterworks revenue bond Ordinance 2025-02-05 (6-0)
• Authorized sewage works revenue bond Ordinance 2025-02-06 (6-0)
• Approved special use for motor vehicle repair at 1753 E. North St. (unanimous)
• Approved petition to vacate portions of Ruschli, Monitor and Hoffman Sts. (unanimous)
• Held over PUD zone change for Greenview development for second reading
• Failed to suspend rules on responsible bidding amendment (5-1)

City Council

The City Council is meeting in an executive session to discuss litigation matters. The agenda is limited to roll call, legal discussions, and adjournment.

• Discussion of litigation matters per Indiana Code § 5-14-1.5-6.1

The Crown Point Common Council met in executive session on March 3, 2025, to discuss litigation matters as permitted by Indiana Code. No substantive decisions were made; the session was procedural and adjourned without public action.

• Held executive session on litigation matters (no vote recorded)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider plat approvals for residential and YMCA projects. The body will also hold workshops and a final approval vote for planned unit developments (PUDs).

• Primary Plat Approval for Oliver Wheeler Cathedral Woods at 11610 – 11656 Delaware St
• Secondary Plat Approval and Site Development for Crossroads YMCA at 1307 S Main St
• Final P.U.D. Approval for Greenview Subdivision at 2323 E 101st Ave
• Workshop for Greenview South PUD at 2208 East 109th Ave
• Workshops for Stone Terrace Commercial Subdivision (12319 Delaware St) and Capstone Residential P.U.D. (2021 W 133rd Ave)

The Plan Commission approved the primary plat for the 7-lot Oliver Wheeler Cathedral Woods subdivision, the secondary plat and site development for the Crossroads YMCA, and the final PUD for the 199-lot Greenview Subdivision. The YMCA approvals were contingent on the petitioner addressing all city staff requests and returning improved renderings. The Greenview approval was conditioned on limiting construction to 39 units until a second access point is provided. Two workshop items were discussed but no decisions were made.

• Approved primary plat for Oliver Wheeler Cathedral Woods 7-lot subdivision (7-0)
• Approved secondary plat for Crossroads YMCA 3-lot subdivision (6-0, Rich Day abstained)
• Approved site development for Crossroads YMCA fitness facility (6-0, Rich Day abstained)
• Approved final PUD for Greenview Subdivision 199-lot (5-2, with condition limiting construction to 39 units until second access point)
• Discussed Greenview South PUD workshop (no vote)
• Discussed Stone Terrace Commercial Subdivision workshop (no vote)
• Discussed Capstone Subdivision workshop (no vote)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider five variance and special use requests. Old business includes two variances for an assisted living facility at 109 N John St. New business includes a special use for motor vehicle services in the I-1 industrial zone at 1753 E North St, and two variances for Southlake Community Mental Health Center at 1550 S Feather Rock Dr. Public comment will be accepted.

• Variance to allow encroachment of setbacks at 109 N John St (R-3 Residential)
• Variance to reduce parking for assisted living facility at 109 N John St
• Special use to allow motor vehicle services in I-1 Industrial zone at 1753 E North St
• Variance for encroachment of setbacks in OS-1 zone at 1550 S Feather Rock Dr
• Variance to reduce parking for assisted living facility at 1550 S Feather Rock Dr

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a favorable recommendation for a special use permit for an automotive repair shop at 1753 E North St, and approved two variances for an assisted living facility at 1550 S Feather Rock Dr. Two earlier variance petitions for 109 N John St were formally withdrawn at the petitioner's request. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved withdrawal of variance petition 25-02 (unanimous)
• Approved withdrawal of variance petition 25-03 (unanimous)
• Issued favorable recommendation to City Council for special use 25-06 (unanimous)
• Approved variance 25-07 for setback encroachments (unanimous)
• Approved variance 25-08 for parking reduction (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for February 24, 2025, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will open and award bids for CDBG projects and a demolition at 400 E. North Street. They will also consider a petition to vacate portions of Ruschli, Monitor & Hoffman Street, and decide on a drop box at 200 Franciscan Drive. Personnel actions include swearing in a new firefighter, promoting a detective, and approving a city handbook update.

• Award demolition bid for 400 E. North Street
• Open bids for CDBG projects
• Petition to vacate portions of Ruschli, Monitor & Hoffman Street
• Request approval of drop box at 200 Franciscan Drive
• Approval of 2 HIDTA contracts

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved several contracts and personnel actions, including a $87,184 demolition bid for 400 E. North St., a $62,285.82 water loan draw, and a bid from Milestone Contractors for CDBG projects pending review. They also approved promotions, a drop box, banners, HIDTA contracts, a handbook update, an internet upgrade, landscaping maintenance, and a bond extension. The board made no recommendation on a petition to vacate portions of Ruschli, Monitor, and Hoffman St.

• Approved $87,184 demolition contract with C. Lee Construction Services (unanimous)
• Approved $62,285.82 Water Loan Draw #4 (unanimous)
• Accepted Milestone Contractors bid for CDBG projects pending review (unanimous)
• Approved drop box at 200 Franciscan Dr. (unanimous)
• Approved promotion of Detective Spicer to Corporal Detective (unanimous)
• Approved promotion of Officer Kierra Dahlgren to Patrol Officer (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 landscaping maintenance agreement with Hubinger Landscaping for $4,770 (unanimous)
• Approved 1-year maintenance bond extension for Heather Ridge Phase 1 for $1,198,415 (unanimous)

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will review bids for demolition and award a contract for the Veteran’s Memorial Trail Phase 2. The body is also discussing streetlight proposals for Main Street and a paving contract extension with Milestone.

• Opening of demolition bids for 400 E. North Street
• Awarding bid for Veteran’s Memorial Trail Phase 2
• Main Street streetlight proposals
• Paving contract extension with Milestone
• Request for a drop box at 200 Franciscan Drive

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved several contracts and change orders, including awarding the Veteran's Memorial Trail Phase 2 bid to Gariup Construction for $1,347,500, funded largely by a DNR grant. They also approved a $78,750 Main Street streetlight repair proposal from Midwestern Electric, a paving contract extension with Milestone, and multiple utility change orders. All votes were unanimous.

• Awarded Veteran's Memorial Trail Phase 2 bid to Gariup Construction for $1,347,500 (unanimous)
• Approved Main Street streetlight repair proposal from Midwestern Electric LLC for $78,750 (unanimous)
• Approved Grimmer Phase 4 Change Order #2 adding $105,034.65 and 300 days (unanimous)
• Approved Commonwealth Contract Amendment #13 with no cost change (unanimous)
• Approved Commonwealth Contract Amendment #14 for $55,000 for tank inspection and labor standards services (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 advertising agreements totaling $61,000 budget (unanimous)
• Approved paving contract extension with Milestone at same price as 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved temporary drop box at 200 Franciscan Drive pending final review Feb 19 (unanimous)

Redevelopment Commission

The Redevelopment Commission will hear a presentation and project update on Bulldog Park and consider a final payment on a facade grant for 100 S. Main St. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and invoices, and other routine business.

• Facade grant final payment for 100 S. Main St
• Bulldog Park presentation and project update

The Redevelopment Commission approved $25,000 for a new stage and $15,000 for a truss system at Bulldog Park, funded through TIF, to support larger concerts. They also approved a $20,020.43 final payment for a facade grant at 100 S. Main St. and agreed to continue paying for the Veteran Bike Trail Phase 2 and major reimbursable road projects through RDC, with DNR reimbursements returning to RDC. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $25,000 for Bulldog Park stage (unanimous)
• Approved $15,000 for Bulldog Park truss system (unanimous)
• Approved $20,020.43 final payment for facade grant at 100 S. Main St. (unanimous)
• Approved paying Veteran Bike Trail Ph 2 and major reimbursable road projects through RDC (unanimous)
• Approved invoices on 2025-2-031 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from January 6, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Common Council will conduct public hearings and second readings for ordinances amending monthly water and sewage utility rates. The body will also consider several special use resolutions for townhomes, a fitness facility, and a medical office.

• Public hearing and second reading for Ordinance No. 2025-01-03 regarding water utility rates
• Public hearing for Ordinance No. 2025-01-02 regarding sewage works rates
• Special use resolution for multi-family townhomes at 1820 South Street
• Special use resolution for a fitness facility at 870 Madison Street
• First readings for revenue bonds for both waterworks and sewage works

The Crown Point City Council approved a rezoning of 1820 East South St. from B-3 Business to R-3 Residential (4-1) and a special use permit for multi-family townhomes at the same property (4-1), both for Gold Nest LLC. The council also approved special use permits for a fitness facility at 870 Madison St. and a medical office at 200 E. North St., and a resolution supporting House Bill 1307 for Ben's Blue Bags. A water utility rate increase ordinance was deferred to the March 3 meeting, and a sewage rate ordinance was held over to the same date.

• Approved rezoning at 1820 East South St. from B-3 to R-3 (4-1)
• Approved special use for multi-family townhomes at 1820 South St. (4-1)
• Approved special use for fitness facility at 870 Madison St. (5-0)
• Approved variance of use for medical office at 200 E. North St. (5-0)
• Approved resolution supporting House Bill 1307 for Ben's Blue Bags (5-0)
• Deferred water utility rate increase ordinance to March 3 (4-1-0)
• Held over sewage rate ordinance to March 3 (unanimous)
• Approved conflict of interest forms, minus one incomplete form (5-0)

Plan Commission

The Crown Point Plan Commission will meet to approve minutes, elect 2025 officers, and consider two development requests. Under old business, CPD Partners, LLC seeks final plan approval for Phase 1 of a multi-family residential townhome project at the northeast corner of US 231 and Delaware. Under new business, Crossroads YMCA requests primary plat approval for a facility at 1307 S. Main St. Public comment is allowed at the meeting or via an online form.

• Final Plan – Phase 1 for multi-family townhomes by CPD Partners, LLC at NE corner of US 231 & Delaware
• Primary Plat Approval for Crossroads YMCA at 1307 S. Main St.
• Election of Plan Commission officers for 2025
• Public comment via in-person or online form

The Crown Point Plan Commission approved the final plan for Phase 1 of The Wellspring, a 198-lot townhome subdivision, and approved the primary plat for the Crossroads YMCA Sportsplex. Both approvals were unanimous. The commission also elected officers for 2025 and approved the December 2024 minutes.

• Approved final plan for The Wellspring townhomes (Petition 24-47) (6-0)
• Approved primary plat for Crossroads YMCA Sportsplex (Petition 25-02) (5-0, Rich Day recused)
• Elected John Marshall as President, Dan Rohaley as Vice President, Josh Watson as Executive Secretary
• Approved December 9, 2024 meeting minutes

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hear several variance and special use requests, including a proposal for townhomes in a residential zone and a variance for office/medical services in the same zone. Old business includes an extension request for an earlier variance approval. Public comment will be accepted via an online form.

• Special use request by Gold Nest Property, LLC for townhomes in R-3 zone at 1810 E South St.
• Variance of use by Broadfield, LLC for office/medical services in R-3 zone at 200 E North St.
• Variance request by Richard Salinas to allow fence encroachment into front/side setback at 10880 E 109th Ave.
• Two variance requests by Jenna Wheeler for setback encroachment and reduced parking for an assisted living facility at 109 N John St.
• Special use request by Melissa Stimson for a fitness facility in I-1 industrial zone at 870 Madison St.

The Crown Point Board of Zoning Appeals approved a one-year extension for a variance at 815 W Joliet St (4-1), approved a fence encroachment variance at 10880 E 109th Ave contingent on a hold harmless agreement (4-1), and issued favorable recommendations for a townhome special use and a fitness facility special use. Two petitions for an assisted living facility were deferred to the February meeting.

• Approved one-year extension for variance 21-24 at 815 W Joliet St (4-1)
• Approved fence encroachment variance 24-27 at 10880 E 109th Ave contingent on hold harmless agreement (4-1)
• Issued favorable recommendation for townhome special use 25-01 at 1810 E South St (5-0)
• Deferred assisted living facility petitions 25-02 and 25-03 to February meeting (5-0)
• Issued favorable recommendation for office/medical variance 25-04 at 200 E North St (5-0)
• Issued favorable recommendation for fitness facility special use 25-05 at 870 Madison St (5-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will elect its 2025 officers and review a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness. The body will also discuss updates to the Indiana Landmarks Historic District Guidelines.

• Election of Historic Preservation Commission officers for 2025
• Certificate of Appropriateness request for a building addition at 305 E Joliet St. (Petitioner: Joel Porch; Owners: Tim & Beth Feree)
• Discussion of Indiana Landmarks Historic District Guidelines updates

The Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a two-story addition and two-car garage at 305 E Joliet St, subject to staff comments. The commission also elected officers for 2025 and adopted the proposed Crown Point Historic Preservation Guidelines. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Petition 24-02 for building addition at 305 E Joliet St (6-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for Petition 24-02 (6-0)
• Adopted proposed Crown Point Historic Preservation Guidelines (6-0)
• Elected Paul Bremer as President, Jim Kendall as Vice President, Josh Watson as Executive Secretary

City Council

This is a procedural executive session meeting. The council will enter closed session to discuss litigation matters under Indiana Code § 5-14-1.5-6.1(1)(2)(B)(4). No public decisions or votes are scheduled.

• Litigation discussion under Indiana Code § 5-14-1.5-6.1(1)(2)(B)(4)

The Crown Point Common Council met in executive session on January 22, 2025, to discuss litigation matters as permitted by Indiana Code. No substantive decisions were made, and no subject matter beyond the stated agenda was discussed. The meeting adjourned at 8:18 P.M.

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will review several contracts, including police vehicle leasing and a Flock system agreement. The meeting includes bid openings for the Veteran’s Memorial Trail Phase 2 and requests for various professional service contracts.

• Bid opening for Veteran’s Memorial Trail Phase 2
• Request for new vehicle leasing with Crossroads Bank
• Request for Flock System Agreement
• Request to award RFPs for Safe Streets for All Comprehensive Safety Action Plan
• Request to accept Main Street streetlight proposals

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved numerous items, including water utility disbursements, a three-year Hometown Jams contract, a consultant for the Safe Streets for All plan, bids for the Veteran's Memorial Trail Phase 2, new police vehicle leases, a Flock license plate reader agreement, and several other contracts and purchases. All votes were unanimous. Two items were deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved CEI-City SRF Disbursement #38 for $2,726 (unanimous)
• Approved CEI Invoice for Water Utility Fund Loan Draw #2 for $66,724.51 (unanimous)
• Approved Pay Application #20 for $83,087 to contractor and $4,373 to retainage (unanimous)
• Approved Downtown Interceptor Project to go out for bid on or before Feb. 18, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved three-year Hometown Jams contract (unanimous)
• Deferred Main Street streetlight proposals to Feb. 5, 2025 (unanimous)
• Awarded Safe Streets for All RFP to Butler, Fairman & Seufert (unanimous)
• Approved bids for Veteran's Memorial Trail Phase 2, pending legal review (unanimous)

Board of Public Works & Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will consider several approvals including a fire agreement with Center Township, quotes for new police vehicles, and a deferred Hometown Jams contract. Other items include renewals for employee assistance and health access contracts, accepting streetlight proposals, and releasing a bond for Gold Nest.

• Request approval of Center Township Fire Agreement
• Request approval of quotes to purchase new police vehicles
• Request approval of Hometown Jams contract (deferred from 12.18.24)
• Request approval to accept Main Street streetlight proposals
• Request approval to accept RFPs for Safe Streets for All program

The Board approved an interlocal agreement with the Little Cal River Basin Development Commission for a $40,000 drainage project (with $10,000 city match) and a professional services agreement with American Structurepoint for engineering. Also approved were the Center Township Fire Agreement, purchase of 7 police vehicles, and several contract renewals. The Hometown Jams contract and Main Street streetlight proposals were deferred to January 22, 2025.

• Approved interlocal agreement with Little Cal River Basin Development Commission for $40,000 drainage project (unanimous)
• Approved professional services agreement with American Structurepoint for the same project (unanimous)
• Approved Center Township Fire Agreement for fire and EMS services (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 7 new 2025 Chevy Tahoes pending legal review (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of EAP contract for 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of HealtheAccess contract (unanimous)
• Deferred Hometown Jams contract to January 22, 2025 (unanimous)
• Deferred Main Street streetlight proposals to January 22, 2025 (unanimous)

Redevelopment Commission

The Redevelopment Commission will elect officers for 2025 and consider an amendment to Resolution 2024-11-2R concerning the 2022 US 231 EDA grant. Final payments for two façade grants (100 S. Main St and 213 S. Main St) are up for approval, along with a 2025 advertising presentation. Routine items include approving prior minutes and invoices.

• Election of officers for 2025
• Amending Resolution 2024-11-2R related to the 2022 US 231 EDA
• Final payment for façade grant at 100 S. Main St
• Final payment for façade grant at 213 S. Main St (Masonic Temple)
• 2025 advertising presentation

The Crown Point Redevelopment Commission unanimously approved Resolution 2025-01-06R, amending a prior resolution to recharacterize parcel carve-outs as a subdivision, moving the base assessment date to 2022 to capture additional TIF revenue. The commission also approved an increased facade grant for 100 S. Main St. ($20,020.43), a final payment for 213 S. Main St. ($5,267.67), and up to $58,000 for 2025 media and advertising. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution 2025-01-06R amending 2024-11-2R (unanimous)
• Approved facade grant increase for 100 S. Main St. to $20,020.43 (unanimous)
• Approved final facade grant payment of $5,267.67 for 213 S. Main St. (unanimous)
• Approved up to $58,000 for 2025 media and advertising (unanimous)
• Approved invoices on list 2025-1-031 (unanimous)
• Elected Aaron McDermott as President, Andrew Kyres as Vice President, Brad Bosse as Secretary (all unanimous)

City Council

The Crown Point City Council will hold its regular meeting on January 6, 2025, with notable items including the election of a council president and first readings of several ordinances. Among these are a rezone request at 1820 East South Street from B-3 Business to R-3 Residential and amendments to monthly sewer and water rates. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, claims, and public comment opportunities.

• First reading of Ordinance 2025-01-01 to rezone 1820 East South Street from B-3 Business to R-3 Residential
• First reading of Ordinance 2025-01-02 amending monthly rates and charges for sewage works
• First reading of Ordinance 2025-01-03 amending monthly rates and charges for water utilities
• First reading of Ordinance 2025-01-04 approving Subs and Dues List for 2025
• Resolution 2025-01-01R for disposal of real estate to abutting owner at Waterside Crossing Outlot

The Crown Point City Council approved the 2025 Subs and Dues List (7-0) and advanced three ordinances on first reading: a rezoning at 1820 East South St., sewer rate changes, and water rate changes. The council also approved a resolution to sell a portion of a city-owned parcel at 107th and Mississippi to abutting owners. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved 2025 Subs and Dues List (7-0)
• Held over rezoning at 1820 East South St. for second reading (unanimous)
• Held over sewer rate change ordinance for second reading (unanimous)
• Held over water rate change ordinance for second reading (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-01-01R to dispose of real estate to abutting owner (unanimous)
• Approved all Conflict of Interest Forms (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from Dec. 2 and Dec. 19, 2024 meetings (unanimous)
• Approved claims, SRF distributions, and encumbrance list (unanimous)

Plan Commission

This agenda is purely procedural, listing the 2025 scheduled meeting dates for the Crown Point Plan Commission along with corresponding filing deadlines and advertising pick-up dates. No zoning cases, site plans, or other substantive items are up for discussion or decision at this meeting.

• 2025 meeting schedule with filing deadlines and ad pick-up dates

Board of Zoning Appeals

This agenda contains only the 2025 schedule of meeting dates, filing deadlines, and public-notice deadlines for the Crown Point Board of Zoning Appeals. No specific applications, hearings, or decisions are listed for this date.

• Meeting dates set for Jan 27, Feb 24, Mar 24, Apr 28, May 27, Jun 23, Jul 28, Aug 25, Sep 22, Oct 27, Nov 24, Dec 22
• Filing deadlines are the Monday three weeks before each meeting
• Public-hearing notice must be published and certified-mailed by the Thursday preceding the filing date
• May 27 meeting moved due to Memorial Day; Sept 22 filing date moved due to Labor Day

Redevelopment Commission

This meeting is purely procedural, adopting the 2025 meeting schedule as listed. No substantive items, rezonings, contracts, or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Adoption of the 2025 meeting schedule, with one date change (September 2nd instead of the first Monday)

City Council

The provided document is a schedule of annual council meetings for 2025. It lists the dates and times for meetings held at City Hall and via Zoom.

Board of Public Works & Safety

The provided document is a schedule of annual meeting dates for the Board of Public Works & Safety for 2025. It contains no items for decision or discussion.

Historic Preservation Commission

This meeting is solely to adopt the 2025 schedule of monthly Historic Preservation Commission meetings and associated filing deadlines. The agenda lists 12 meeting dates from January to December, each with a corresponding filing deadline for change-of-zone applications, subdivision plats, and site development plans. No substantive decisions, public hearings, or project reviews are scheduled.

• Adoption of 12 monthly meeting dates for 2025, starting Jan 27 and ending Dec 22
• Filing deadlines are set for each meeting, with adjustments for Memorial Day (May 27 meeting) and Labor Day (Sept 2 filing date)
• Filing date does not guarantee a meeting date; final approval from all involved departments is required before scheduling