Lafayette public meetings in 2023

Board of Works

The Board of Public Works and Safety will discuss the 2024 budgets for the Water and Renew (Wastewater) departments. The meeting includes several contract awards for infrastructure and emergency sewer repairs.

• Resolution 05-2023 approving 2024 Water and Renew (Wastewater) Department budgets
• Emergency declaration and contract for Prairie Oaks Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation
• Historic demolition permit for 22 N. 2nd Street
• Construction inspection contract with BE Represented Corp. for Sagamore Parkway Trail Project
• Fire protection contracts for the unincorporated area of Fairfield Township (2023 and 2024)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will hold a meeting at City Hall to conduct regular business. The agenda consists of standard procedural items and committee reports.

• Approval of minutes
• Public Relations & Education Committee Report
• District Committee Report
• COA Committee Report
• Staff Report

Redevelopment Commission

The Lafayette Redevelopment Commission will meet to approve minutes, set 2024 meeting dates, and open bids for the 3rd & 4th Street conversion project. They will also consider several contracts and amendments, including an owner's representative agreement for the Public Works Campus and a resolution to remove parcels from the Consolidated Creasy Lane Allocation Area and establish a new allocation area. The agenda includes multiple project-related items and approval of December 2023 claims.

• Bid opening for 3rd & 4th Street conversion
• Permission to advertise for Park East Blvd project
• Accompany LLC: Public Works Campus Owner's Representative Agreement Amendment
• American Structurepoint: McCarty Lane & I-65 Interchange
• Resolution LRC-2023-15: Amending declaratory resolution for Creasy Lane allocation area (Anvil 26 project)

Police Merit Board

The Lafayette Police Civil Service Commission will hold a regular session and executive session to approve minutes from November, set 2024 meeting dates, and receive a report from the police department. No major policy decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Approval of November 9, 2023 executive session minutes
• Approval of November 9, 2023 regular session minutes
• Setting of 2024 meeting dates
• Report from the police department

Board of Works

The Board of Public Works and Safety is reviewing bids for Glick Wellfield Improvements. The meeting includes a contract and notice to proceed for the Sagamore Parkway Trail, as well as a declaration of surplus property for Fleet Maintenance.

• Glick Wellfield Improvements bids under advisement
• Sagamore Parkway Trail contract and notice to proceed
• Declaration of Surplus Property-Fleet Maintenance

Parks Board

The Lafayette Park and Recreation Board will hold its regular meeting on December 11, 2023. The board is set to approve the 2024 NR budget and the 2024 fees and charges, along with minutes, claims, and a superintendent's report.

• Resolution 23-05: Approval of 2024 NR Budget
• Resolution 23-06: Approval of Fees and Charges for 2024
• Approval of minutes from November 20, 2023
• Approval of claims
• Superintendent's report

Board of Works

The Board of Public Works and Safety will review a resolution to accept an offer to purchase real estate. The body is also discussing a mortgage release for a Lafayette Housing Authority property and a structure lease agreement. Bids for Glick Wellfield Improvements remain under advisement.

• Resolution 04-2023: Accepting offer to purchase real estate
• Release of mortgage for 1157 Rochelle Drive
• Structure lease agreement with Northwest Central Indiana Community Partnership, Inc. (WHIN Water Tower Agreement)
• Bids under advisement for Glick Wellfield Improvements
• Review of claims for 12/5/2023

City Council

The Lafayette Common Council will hold a public hearing and second reading on an additional appropriation for the Park and Recreation Operating Fund. The council will also vote on second readings of ordinances amending animal regulations, adopting an investment policy, and adding properties to two historic districts. First readings will be held for four rezoning requests and two resolutions, including a tax abatement for GE Engine Services and a transfer to the Rainy Day Fund.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2023-57 for additional appropriation in Park and Recreation Operating Fund (Fund#2040)
• Second reading of Ordinance 2023-50 amending Title 10 - Animals, concerning animal establishments and commercial sales of dogs and cats
• First reading of Ordinance 2023-53 to rezone property from R1 to I3 (Crossroad Engineers, PC)
• First reading of Resolution 2023-32 designating an Economic Revitalization Area and approving property tax abatement for GE Engine Services, LLC personal property
• First reading of Resolution 2023-33 to transfer money from the General Fund to the Rainy Day Fund

Economic Development Commission

The Lafayette Economic Development Commission will elect officers, approve minutes from 2021, and hold a public hearing on Resolution 2023-01, which concerns financing for economic development facilities related to the Anvil 26 project. The commission will then vote on the resolution.

• Election of officers: President Steve Snyder, Vice President Scott Walker, Secretary David Zimmerman
• Approval of minutes from March 31, 2021 meeting
• Public hearing on EDC Resolution 2023-01 (Anvil 26 project financing)
• Vote on EDC Resolution 2023-01

Board of Works

The Board of Public Works and Safety will open proposals to sell real estate to an abutting landowner on N. 26th Street. The board is also reviewing several concrete project completions and change orders for city streets.

• Proposal opening for real estate sale to abutting landowner on N. 26th Street
• Permission to advertise for Utility Emergency Repairs Program 2024
• Change Order #3 for Kossuth Street resurface from 4th Street to Earl Avenue
• Certificates of completion for S. 24th Street, O'Farrell Road, and Highland Park projects
• Special event request for Pearl Harbor Day Ceremony

Board of Works

The Board of Public Works and Safety is reviewing engineering change orders and sewer project amendments. The body is also considering contracts for sewer overflow control and the declaration of surplus property.

• Contract with Greeley & Hansen for Combined Sewer Overflow Long Term Control Plan Phase II-D High Rate Treatment
• Change Order #2 for Kossuth Street resurfacing from 4th Street to Earl Avenue
• Change Order #1 for 7th Street Storm Sewer Relocation Project
• Declaration of surplus property for Humane Society For Greater Lafayette and Habitat For Humanity
• Amendment #1 for 2023 Sewer Rehabilitation Project

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board is reviewing several requests for variances regarding lot sizes, building setbacks, and sign dimensions. These items include requests for properties on South St., Promenade Pkwy, S 8th St., Teal Rd., and Sagamore Pkwy S.

• 7 Brew: Variance for 99.4 SF sign area at 3842 South St.
• Dollar Tree: Variances for total sign area (146.25 SF) and freestanding sign area (44 SF) at 3577 Promenade Pkwy
• Triple R, LLC: Variances for lot area, building coverage, and lot width at 106 S 8th St.
• DJS Leasing, LLC: Side yard and rear yard setback variances at 410 & 434 Teal Rd.
• Hutchison Sign Company: Variances for sign area and setbacks at 2207 Sagamore Pkwy S

Historic Preservation Commission

This is a routine meeting of the Lafayette Historic Preservation Commission. The agenda includes approval of minutes, committee reports, and public comments, with no specific action items listed.

• Approval of minutes
• Public Relations & Education Committee Report
• District Committee Report
• COA Committee Report
• Public Comments

Parks Board

The Lafayette Park and Recreation Board will vote on terminating a ground lease with Right Steps Child Care Development Center and consider an additional appropriation for the 2023 NR budget. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, claims, and setting 2024 meeting dates.

• Termination of Ground Lease with Right Steps Child Care Development Center
• Resolution 23-04, Additional Appropriation for the 2023 NR Budget
• Declaration of Worthless Property
• Approval of October 16, 2023 regular meeting minutes
• 2024 Park Board Meeting Dates

Redevelopment Commission

The Lafayette Redevelopment Commission will vote on several items, including approving a contract to purchase real estate at 425 S. 5th St (Triangle Park) and recommending a tax abatement for GE Engine Services. They will also consider design services for the Lafayette Theater, a micro retail lease with the Lafayette Urban Enterprise Association, and other contracts. The meeting includes routine approval of minutes and claims.

• Resolution LRC-2023-13: Approve contract for purchase of real estate at 425 S. 5th St (Triangle Park)
• Resolution LRC-2023-14: Recommend tax abatement for GE Engine Services LLC (personal property)
• Cordogan Clark/Keystone Architecture: Lafayette Theater design services proposal
• Micro retail lease agreement with Lafayette Urban Enterprise Association at 619 Columbia St.
• Permission to advertise 3rd & 4th Street conversion

Joint Purchasing Board

The Joint Purchasing Board will meet to review a recommendation for an award regarding gravel, sand, limestone, soils, and ready mix. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the November 8, 2023, meeting.

• Recommendation For Award-Gravel, Sand, Limestone & Soils + Ready Mix

Board of Works

The Board of Public Works and Safety is reviewing several engineering contracts and a law enforcement agreement. The meeting also includes requests regarding housing authority property and a special event permit for a holiday market.

• Recommendation for award for the Sagamore Parkway Trail
• Contract with Flock Safety for the Lafayette Police Department
• Old Landfill Delineation Contract with Wessler Engineering
• Release of mortgage and deed restrictions for 744 S. 26th Street
• Special event request for Holiday Market A Merry Main Street Market

Police Merit Board

The commission will hold a regular and executive session to conduct interviews and review department reports. The agenda also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Interviews held in executive session
• Department report
• Approval of October 11, 2023 minutes

Joint Purchasing Board

The board will review the minutes from the October 11, 2023, meeting and conduct a bid opening for gravel, sand, limestone, soils, and ready mix.

• Approval of October 11, 2023, meeting minutes
• Bid opening for gravel, sand, limestone, soils, and ready mix

Board of Works

The Board of Public Works and Safety is reviewing participation in a motor fuel budgeting program through the Indiana Bond Bank. The body is also considering the sale of real estate to an abutting landowner and the renewal of a fuel contract. Additionally, the board is reviewing bids for city infrastructure projects.

• Resolution 02-2023: Participation in Indiana Bond Bank Motor Fuel Budgeting Program
• Resolution 03-2023: Offer to sell real estate to abutting landowner on N 26th St.
• 2024 Fuel Contract renewal with Newton Oil
• Bids under advisement for Sagamore Parkway Trail and Glick Wellfield Improvements
• Declaration of surplus property for Engineering Department (truck) and Police Department (3 vehicles)

City Council

The Lafayette Common Council will hold a public hearing and second reading on a general fund appropriation, then consider first readings on a ban on commercial dog and cat sales, several rezoning requests, and a resolution opposing a water pipeline to the LEAP district. The meeting also includes adoption of the 2024 meeting calendar and a resolution to sell city-owned real estate on N. 26th St.

• Resolution 2023-28 opposing construction of a pipeline to divert water from Wabash and Teays River aquifers to the LEAP Innovation District
• Ordinance 2023-50 amending Title 10 to regulate animal establishments and ban commercial sales of dogs and cats
• Ordinance 2023-53 rezoning real estate from R1 to I3 for Crossroad Engineers, PC
• Ordinance 2023-59 rezoning 635 and 703 N. 4th Street from CB&R2U to PDMX for Imagination Lofts, LLC
• Resolution 2023-31 authorizing sale of real estate on N. 26th St. under Indiana Code 36-1-11-5

Board of Works

The Board is reviewing bids for the Sagamore Parkway Trail and Glick Wellfield Improvements. The meeting includes requests to release mortgages on five properties and declarations of surplus property for several organizations.

• Bids under advisement for Sagamore Parkway Trail and Glick Wellfield Improvements
• Mortgage releases for 128 Dehart, 231 E. Sunset, 1111 N. 6th Street, 1204 Greenbush Street, and 2314 N. 19th Street
• Surplus property declarations for NAMI West Central Indiana, Riggs Community Health Clinic, and the Parks Department
• Special event request for the 2023 Christmas Parade

Redevelopment Commission

The Lafayette Redevelopment Commission is meeting to approve minutes, several construction change orders, and October 2023 claims. The main items are a scope change for the Park East Boulevard Extension Project and two change orders for the Streetscape VII project. The meeting also includes a director's report and public comment.

• Park East Boulevard Extension Project Supplement #1 (Butler, Fairman and Seufert, Inc)
• Change Order #2 for revised electric service panel location (Milestone Contractors, LP)
• Change Order #3 for additional pavement marking directive (Milestone Contractors, LP)
• Approve October 2023 claims

City Council

The Lafayette Common Council is holding a special meeting to consider the second reading and ratification of Ordinance 2023-44, which appropriates money for the Greater Lafayette Public Transportation Corporation's 2024 budget. The meeting includes public comment periods for this ordinance and other concerns.

• Second reading and ratification of Ordinance 2023-44 (2024 GLPTC budget)
• Public comment on the ordinance and other city issues

Board of Works

The Lafayette Board of Public Works and Safety will open bids for the Sagamore Parkway Trail and Glick Wellfield Improvements, consider change orders for concrete and curb projects, and review contracts for sewer and lift station upgrades. The board will also vote on declaring surplus property, approve housing-related amendments and releases, and hear an animal control appeal. A master services agreement with Axon for LPD and LFD is on the agenda.

• Bid opening for Sagamore Parkway Trail and Glick Wellfield Improvements
• Change Order #1 for O'Farrell Road Concrete Replacement Project
• Contract and Notice to Proceed for Raineybrook Lift Station Upgrade Project
• Master Services and Purchasing Agreement with Axon for LPD and LFD
• Animal Control Appeal Hearing for Graham Kennedy

Tippecanoe Co. Local Environmental Finance Board

The board will review and approve minutes from the July 25, 2023, meeting. Members will also review claims for payment and consider Resolution 2023-01.

• Claims for Keramida Environmental, Inc. totaling $22,446.06
• Claim for Stuart & Branigin, LLP in the amount of $1,225.00
• Claim for Waste Management in the amount of $5,964.57
• Discussion of Resolution 2023-01

Historic Preservation Commission

The Lafayette Historic Preservation Commission will consider recommending two properties for inclusion in local historic districts: 1507 Ferry St. into the Perrin/Cason St. district and 505 S. 3rd St. into the S. 3rd St. district. The commission will also review the Main St. Streetscape Phase V project and hear committee reports. The meeting includes approval of minutes from August 28, 2023, and public comments.

• Recommend inclusion of 1507 Ferry St. into Perrin/Cason St. Historic District (petitioners: Erik & Sidney Bruce)
• Recommend inclusion of 505 S. 3rd St. into S. 3rd St. Historic District (petitioners: Chandra DiRosaria, Cyrus Giroir III, Rachaela DiRosaria)
• Main St. Streetscape Phase V – City of Lafayette
• Approval of minutes from August 28, 2023 (September 25 meeting cancelled)

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will conduct votes for 2024 leadership and member renewals. The meeting also includes updates on outreach efforts, including social media and upcoming events.

• 2024 HRC Member Renewals
• 2024 HRC Leadership Vote
• Sycamore Springs Lunch & Learn on January 24, 2024

City Council

The Lafayette Common Council will hold a special meeting for second reading of several ordinances, including the 2024 city budget and salary ordinances for appointed officers, police/fire personnel, and elected officials. Public comment is allowed on agenda items and general concerns.

• Ordinance 2023-44: 2024 budget for Greater Lafayette Public Transportation Corporation (GLPTC)
• Ordinance 2023-45: 2024 city budget appropriating money for all city departments
• Ordinance 2023-46: 2024 salaries for appointed officers and employees (excluding police and fire)
• Ordinance 2023-47: 2024 salaries for sworn police and fire personnel (POLE members)
• Ordinance 2023-48: 2024 salaries for elected officials

Board of Works

The Board of Public Works and Safety will open bids for the Sagamore Parkway Trail project, consider two change orders for concrete projects, and vote on a contract for paving loop replacement with Midwestern Electric. They will also consider a resolution to purchase a surplus police vehicle from the Town of Otterbein and declare surplus property for Lafayette Renew. The meeting includes approval of minutes and a list of claims.

• Bid opening for Sagamore Parkway Trail
• Change Order #1 for S. 24th Street Concrete Project
• Change Order #1 for Miscellaneous Concrete Projects
• 2023 Paving-Loop Replacement Contract with Midwestern Electric
• Resolution 01-2023 to purchase surplus police vehicle from Town of Otterbein

Parking Commission

The Lafayette Parking Commission is meeting to approve minutes and the 2024 meeting schedule, and to consider several petitions. These include maintaining handicap parking spaces at four locations, installing a 20-minute parking space, removing a 2-hour enforcement zone on Alabama St., and altering on-street parking on N. 4th St. for two-way traffic and bike lanes. The commission will also hear a parking operations report and the director's report.

• Petition to maintain handicap space at 630 S. 15th St. (Julie Poulos)
• Petition to maintain handicap space near 516 S. 4th St. (Katharine Wright)
• Petition to maintain handicap space at 639 Alabama St. (Lucas Meado)
• Petition to maintain handicap space at 112 Wise Dr. (Valentin Slazar)
• Petition to remove 2-hour parking enforcement on north side of Alabama St. between 6th and 7th Sts.

Parks Board

The Lafayette Park and Recreation Board will consider approving the 2024 General Fund Budget and the 2024 Holiday Schedule. The board will also vote on declaring surplus property and hear the superintendent's report.

• Approval of Resolution 23-02, 2024 General Fund Budget
• Approval of Resolution 23-03, 2024 Holiday Schedule
• Declaration of Surplus Property

Joint Purchasing Board

The Joint Purchasing Board will meet to approve the minutes from March 13, 2023. The board will also consider requests for permission to advertise for various materials including gravel, sand, limestone, soils, ready mix, and asphalt.

• Permission to advertise for gravel, sand, limestone, soils, and ready mix
• Permission to advertise for asphalt and bituminous-coated aggregate

Police Merit Board

The Lafayette Police Civil Service Commission is holding a regular session to approve minutes from previous meetings and receive a report from the police department. No specific decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of September 13, 2023 executive session minutes
• Approval of September 13, 2023 regular session minutes
• Report from the police department

Board of Works

The Board of Public Works and Safety will consider a recommendation to award a contract to Mattcon General Contractors, Inc. for the Columbian Park Zoo Commissary Building, approve the contract, and issue a notice to proceed. The board will also declare surplus property from the Information Technology Department (iPads and All-in-One PCs) and consider special event requests for a Homeless Person's Memorial, COPS and Goblins Trunk or Treat, a NAMI Walk, and a Bauer Trunk or Treat. A bid opening for the Sagamore Parkway Trail is scheduled.

• Recommendation of award to Mattcon General Contractors for Columbian Park Zoo Commissary Building
• Contract approval with Mattcon General Contractors, Inc. for Columbian Park Zoo Commissary Building
• Notice to proceed for Columbian Park Zoo Commissary Building
• Declaration of surplus property: Information Technology Department iPads and All-in-One PCs
• Special event requests: Homeless Person's Memorial, COPS and Goblins Trunk or Treat, NAMI Walk, Bauer Trunk or Treat

City Council

The Lafayette City Council will hold public hearings on five ordinances related to the 2024 budget, including appropriations for city departments and the Greater Lafayette Public Transportation Corporation, as well as salary ordinances for appointed officers, police and fire personnel, and elected officials.

• Ordinance 2023-44: 2024 GLPTC budget appropriation
• Ordinance 2023-45: 2024 city budget appropriation
• Ordinance 2023-46: 2024 salaries for appointed officers and employees (excluding police and fire)
• Ordinance 2023-47: 2024 salaries for sworn police and fire personnel
• Ordinance 2023-48: 2024 salaries for elected officials

Board of Works

The Board of Public Works and Safety will consider recommendations to award contracts for the 2023 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project and the Raineybrook Lift Station Upgrade Project. They will also review proposals for park improvements at McCaw Park and Armstrong Park, and discuss the 2024 city holiday schedule. Several special event requests and a proclamation are on the agenda.

• Recommendation for award of 2023 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project
• Recommendation for award of Raineybrook Lift Station Upgrade Project
• Proposal for McCaw Park Baseball Field 3 with Marschand's Athletic Field Services
• Proposal for Armstrong Park Fields 1, 2 & 3 roofing with Wabash Valley Exteriors
• Declaration of surplus property for Information Technology equipment

Traffic Commission

The Lafayette Traffic Commission will review old business on speeding along Creasy Lane and school zone safety updates, and consider a new all-way stop sign request at 18th Street and Schuyler Avenue. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes, a city engineer's report, and public comment.

• Speeding on Creasy Lane between Union Street and Greenbush Street
• School zone safety updates at 18th/Cason (Murdock Elementary, Sunnyside Intermediate) and Earl/22nd (Jeff High, Tecumseh Middle)
• All-way stop sign request at 18th Street and Schuyler Avenue
• Approval of April 4, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The Lafayette Common Council will hold its regular session on October 2, 2023, with a heavy agenda including second readings of ordinances for water works improvements, a zoning change, graffiti removal, fee changes, and several historic district amendments. First readings will introduce the 2024 city budget, GLPTC budget, salary ordinances, an additional appropriation, animal sales regulations, and three more rezonings. The council will also consider tax abatements for Rea Magnet Wire and a vision/mission statement resolution.

• Ordinance 2023-33: Water works improvements and revenue bond issuance
• Ordinance 2023-35: Rezone 1827 Schuyler Ave from NB to GB (Gaeta Rentals)
• Ordinance 2023-44: 2024 GLPTC budget appropriation
• Ordinance 2023-45: 2024 city budget appropriation
• Resolution 2023-24/25: Tax abatements for Rea Magnet Wire Company

Redevelopment Commission

The Lafayette Redevelopment Commission will meet to approve minutes, consider contracts for landscaping, road improvements, and streetscape work, and vote on two tax abatement resolutions for REA Magnet Wire Company. The commission will also approve September claims and hear public comment.

• Brightview Landscape Services: 5th Street Parking Garage plantings
• HWC Engineering: Poland Hill Road improvement
• Milestone Contractors, LP: Streetscape Phase VII change order #1
• Resolution LRC-2023-11: tax abatement for REA Magnet Wire personal property
• Resolution LRC-2023-12: tax abatement for REA Magnet Wire real estate

Board of Works

The Board of Public Works and Safety will open bids for the Glick Wellfield Improvements and Columbian Park Zoo Commissary Building projects. They will also consider agreements for housing authority funding, sewer rehabilitation, and lift station upgrades, along with a police surplus declaration and a banner request.

• Bid opening for Glick Wellfield Improvements
• Bid opening for Columbian Park Zoo Commissary Building
• Agreement with Faith Community Development Corporation for CHDO operating funds 2023-2024
• Task Order #1 for Earl Avenue/Kossuth Street I&I Study with Butler, Fairman, and Seufert
• Declaration of surplus property from Police Department

Historic Preservation Commission

The Lafayette Historic Preservation Commission is holding a regular meeting with a standard agenda. The items listed are procedural, including approval of minutes, committee reports, staff report, and public comments. No specific decisions or discussions are detailed in the agenda.

• Approval of minutes
• Public Relations & Education Committee Report
• District Committee Report
• COA Committee Report
• Public Comments

Board of Works

The Board of Public Works and Safety will open bids for the 2023 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project and the Raineybrook Lift Station Upgrade Project. No new business is listed. The board will also consider claims and a fall fire hydrant flushing schedule, and issue a proclamation for National Adult Education Family Literacy Week.

• Bid opening for 2023 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project
• Bid opening for Raineybrook Lift Station Upgrade Project
• Claims for 9/19/2023
• Fall Fire Hydrant Flushing Schedule
• Proclamation for National Adult Education Family Literacy Week

Hearing Authority

The Lafayette Hearing Authority will hold a demolition hearing for 2116 South St (True Dream Properties, LLC) and consider orders to vacate and repair residential structures at 1312 Cincinnati St and 1026 Hartford St (both owned by Chaofeng Liu). The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Order to Comply and Notice to Appear at Demolition Hearing – 2116 South St – True Dream Properties, LLC
• Order to Vacate Premises and Repair Residential Structure – 1312 Cincinnati St – Chaofeng Liu
• Order to Vacate Premises and Repair Residential Structure – 1026 Hartford St – Chaofeng Liu

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Lafayette Division of the Area Board of Zoning Appeals will consider three variance requests. One request seeks to reduce required parking for a property at 22 N 2nd St, another involves multiple variances for a property at 1400 Broadway St, and a third asks for increased building coverage at 1522 Central St. The board will also approve minutes from a previous meeting.

• Variance to allow 154 off-street parking spaces instead of required 241 at 22 N 2nd St (John Purdue Block Partners)
• Variance to allow side frontage setback of 10 ft instead of 25 ft at 1400 Broadway St (BRW I LLC)
• Variance to allow 3 off-street parking spaces instead of 4 at 1400 Broadway St
• Variance to allow lot width of 52.98 ft instead of 60 ft at 1400 Broadway St
• Variance to allow building coverage of 37.5% instead of 35% at 1522 Central St (Robert A. Burton Jr. and Sheila A Burton)

Parks Board

The Lafayette Parks Board is meeting for a regular session. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the August 28 meeting, approval of claims, and a superintendent's report. No major decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Approval of minutes from August 28, 2023 regular park board meeting
• Approval of claims

Police Merit Board

The Commission will conduct interviews for new hires and sergeant promotions during an executive session. The meeting also includes the approval of previous minutes and updates on recent promotions.

• Interviews for new hire applicants and sergeant promotions
• Approval of August 9, 2023, meeting minutes
• Record of Jason Walters' promotion to Sergeant
• Record of Justin Hartman's promotion to Lieutenant

Board of Works

The Board of Public Works and Safety will consider declaring information technology equipment as surplus, approve claims for the week, and review special event requests for the Knickerbocker Saloon Chili Cookoff and World Communion Sunday.

• Declaration of surplus property for Information Technology equipment
• Claims for September 12, 2023
• Special event request for Knickerbocker Saloon Chili Cookoff
• Special event request for World Communion Sunday

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved the minutes from the September 5 meeting. It authorized a surplus declaration to sell or recycle fifteen Dell Optiplex 7450 All‑in‑One computers. The Board also approved $4,001,386.08 in outstanding claims and gave permission for two community events: the Knickerbocker Saloon Chili Cookoff on Oct. 15 and World Communion Sunday on Oct. 1.

• Approved September 5, 2023 meeting minutes (passed)
• Approved surplus declaration for 15 Dell Optiplex 7450 PCs (passed)
• Approved city claims totaling $4,001,386.08 (passed)
• Approved Knickerbocker Saloon Chili Cookoff event for Oct. 15, 2023 (passed)
• Approved World Communion Sunday event for Oct. 1, 2023 (passed)

Board of Works

The Board of Public Works and Safety will consider several infrastructure and park projects, including advertising for the Sagamore Parkway Trail and Columbian Park Zoo Commissary Building, a supplement for S. 9th Street reconstruction, a change order for the McCaw Dog Park and Restroom Building, and a contract with Greeley & Hansen for a collection system hydraulic capacity study. The board will also approve claims and a special event request for a Home for Dogs fundraiser.

• Permission to advertise for Sagamore Parkway Trail
• Supplement #2 for S. 9th Street Reconstruction from Brick N Wood to Veterans Memorial Parkway
• Permission to advertise for Columbian Park Zoo Commissary Building
• Change Order #2 for McCaw Dog Park and Restroom Building Project
• Contract with Greeley & Hansen for Collection System Hydraulic Capacity Study

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved nearly $1 million in claims and authorized advertising for the Sagamore Parkway Trail and Columbian Park Zoo Commissary Building. The Board also approved contract supplements and a hydraulic capacity study to mitigate flooding in specific city areas.

• Approved $982,693.62 in claims
• Approved Permission to Advertise for Sagamore Parkway Trail
• Approved $67,820.00 supplement for S. 9th Street Reconstruction
• Approved Permission to Advertise for Columbian Park Zoo Commissary Building
• Approved $63,868.00 change order for McCaw Park Dog Park and Restroom Building Project
• Approved $40,450.00 contract with Greeley and Hansen, LLC for Collection System Hydraulic Capacity Study
• Approved Special Event Request for Home for Dogs Fundraiser on September 30, 2023
• Approved minutes from August 29, 2023 meeting

City Council

The Lafayette Common Council will hold a public hearing and consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a stormwater service charge, waterworks improvements funded by revenue bonds, multiple rezoning requests, and historic district amendments. They will also vote on a resolution approving a sale and development agreement for the S. 4th St. Railroad Corridor and a tax abatement for Toyota Tsusho America. The meeting includes a public hearing on the stormwater ordinance and a scheduled public hearing for the 2024 city and GLPTC budgets.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2023-32 to continue stormwater service charge
• Ordinance 2023-33 authorizing waterworks improvements and revenue bonds
• Rezoning of 37.57 acres on SR 38 E from GB to I3 (Ordinance 2023-30)
• Rezoning at 1827 Schuyler Avenue from NB to GB (Ordinance 2023-35)
• Resolution 2023-22 approving S. 4th St. Railroad Corridor sale and development agreement

The Common Council approved the continuation of stormwater service charges and authorized the creation of two civilian Community Service Officer positions. Several rezoning requests for a trash transfer station, senior living, and townhomes were passed, and five historic district amendments received first readings.

• Approved continuation of Stormwater Service Charge (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-28 for two Community Service Officers (8-0)
• Approved rezoning for a new trash transfer station (8-0)
• Approved rezoning for affordable senior living at Snowy Owl Commons (8-0)
• Approved rezoning for townhomes and single-family homes at Corridor Place (8-0)
• Approved first reading of revenue bonds for Waterworks improvements (8-0)
• Approved tax abatement for Toyota Tshusho America, Inc. (8-0)
• Tabled rezoning of 1827 Schuyler Avenue until October 2nd

Board of Works

The Lafayette Board of Public Works and Safety will consider a demolition permit for the historic structure at 124 S. 7th Street, declare surplus property from three departments, authorize advertising for the Glick Wellfield Improvements, and review special event requests. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and claims.

• Historic Demolition Permit for 124 S. 7th Street
• Declaration of surplus property: Lafayette Renew (semi container), Fleet Maintenance (CarJackUSA), IT (All-in-One PCs)
• Permission to advertise Glick Wellfield Improvements
• Special event requests: Walk to End Alzheimer's and Sidewalk Chalk Festival
• Claims for August 29, 2023

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved over $5.2 million in claims and authorized advertising for the Glick Wellfield Improvements Project. Members also approved several surplus property declarations and two special event requests. A demolition permit for 124 S. 7th Street was subject to a 60-day waiting period.

• Upheld 60-day waiting period for Historic Demolition Permit at 124 S. 7th Street
• Approved Declaration of Surplus Property for Lafayette Renew semi-trailer container
• Approved Declaration of Surplus Property for Fleet Maintenance vehicle lift
• Approved Declaration of Surplus Property for eight IT Dell Optiplex PCs
• Approved Permission to Advertise for Glick Wellfield Improvements Project
• Approved claims in the amount of $5,246,851.23
• Approved Walk to End Alzheimer’s special event for October 21, 2023
• Approved Sidewalk Chalk Festival special event for September 15-16, 2023

Historic Preservation Commission

The Lafayette Historic Preservation Commission will consider establishing four new local historic districts at individual properties, each with a separate petition. The meeting also includes committee reports, a staff report, and public comment. The agenda is otherwise routine, with approval of prior minutes.

• Petition for Local Jefferson/413 N. 11th St Historic District
• Petition for Local Perrin South/221 Perrin Ave. Historic District
• Petition for Local Lincoln/1006 Hartford St. Historic District
• Petition for Local Lincoln/1200 Tippecanoe St. Historic District

The Historic Preservation Commission recommended approval for four separate petitions to create new local historic districts. Each recommendation was passed unanimously by the members present.

• Recommended approval of local designation for 413 N. 11th St. (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of local designation for 221 Perrin Ave. (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of local designation for 1006 Hartford St. (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of local designation for 1200 Tippecanoe St. (unanimous)
• Approved June 26, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Parks Board

The Lafayette Park and Recreation Board is holding a regular meeting with routine items including approval of minutes and claims, and a superintendent's report. The main agenda item is a presentation on the Master Plan Survey, which will inform future park planning.

• Master Plan Survey Presentation
• Approval of minutes
• Approval of claims
• Superintendent's report

The Lafayette Parks and Recreation Board approved claims for the General and Non-Reverting funds. The board also received a presentation on the results of the Master Plan Survey.

• Approved August 14, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $21,314.19 in General Fund Claims (unanimous)
• Approved $29,224.81 in Non-Reverting Fund Claims (unanimous)

Redevelopment Commission

The Lafayette Redevelopment Commission will consider three resolutions recommending tax abatements for ISF Realty, Indiana Steel Fabricating, and Toyota Tsusho America. They will also approve minutes from the July meeting and August claims.

• Resolution LRC-2023-08: ERA designation and tax abatement for ISF Realty, Inc. real property
• Resolution LRC-2023-09: Tax abatement for Indiana Steel Fabricating, Inc. personal property
• Resolution LRC-2023-10: Tax abatement for Toyota Tsusho America, Inc. personal property
• Approve August 2023 claims

The Commission approved a seven-year graduated tax abatement for Toyota Tsusho America, Inc. regarding a $15M investment in machinery and equipment. Two other resolutions regarding Indiana Steel were withdrawn from the agenda. The Commission also approved monthly claims totaling $2,052,560.07.

• Approved seven-year graduated tax abatement for Toyota Tsusho America, Inc. personal property investment of $15M (unanimous)
• Withdrew Resolution LRC-2023-08 regarding SF Realty, Inc. (at request of Indiana Steel)
• Withdrew Resolution LRC-2023-09 regarding Indiana Steel Fabricating, Inc. (at request of Indiana Steel)
• Approved August 2023 claims for $2,052,560.07 (unanimous)
• Approved July 27, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Works

The Board of Public Works and Safety will vote on a contract with Kaldahl Heritage Classic Construction for painting batting cage posts at Armstrong Park. Other items include declaring IT equipment as surplus, authorizing advertisement for the 2023 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project, and approving special event requests. A tabled animal control appeal hearing for Lizbeth Pacheco is also on the agenda.

• Contract with Kaldahl Heritage Classic Construction for Armstrong Park batting cage painting posts
• Declaration of surplus property for Information Technology equipment
• Permission to advertise for the 2023 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project
• Special event request from Hands On Transportation
• Special event request from MDA Fill the Boot

The Board approved an appeal to return a dog to its owner under specific conditions. Other actions included approving a sewer project advertisement, a parks painting contract, and several special event requests.

• Approved animal appeal to return 'Yogi' the beagle to Lizbeth Pacheco (3-2)
• Approved $284,551.24 in claims
• Approved $2,580.00 contract with Kaldahl Heritage Classic Construction for Armstrong Park painting
• Approved permission to advertise for 2023 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project
• Approved declaration of surplus for eight Dell Optiplex 7450 PCs
• Approved 'Hands on Transportation' special event for Sept 16, 2023
• Approved 'MDA Fill the Boot' special event for Sept 1-3, 2023
• Approved August 15, 2023 meeting minutes

Board of Works

The Board of Public Works and Safety will consider awarding a coating/painting project for Lafayette Renew, declare surplus property, and approve a permanent supportive housing rental assistance contract. They will also discuss advertising for the Raineybrook Lift Station Upgrade Project and hear an animal control appeal.

• Recommendation for award of Lafayette Renew Coating/Painting Project 2023
• Declaration of surplus property by Purchasing Department
• Permanent Supportive Housing Rental Assistance Contract SC-023-0155-1
• Permission to advertise Raineybrook Lift Station Upgrade Project
• Animal control appeal hearing for Lizbeth Pacheco

The Board approved a contract with the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority to provide rental assistance for 28 chronically homeless persons. Other actions included approving a painting project contract and authorizing a lift station upgrade advertisement.

• Approved $133,920.49 contract with Karma Industries, Inc for Lafayette Renew-Coating/Painting Project 2023
• Approved Declaration of Surplus Property for 15 iPhones from LPD and LFD
• Approved $282,535 grant/contract with Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority for Permanent Supportive Housing Rental Assistance
• Approved permission to advertise for the Raineybrook Lift Station Upgrade Project
• Approved claims in the amount of $6,021,092.55
• Tabled animal control appeal for Lizbeth Pacheco

Parks Board

The Lafayette Park and Recreation Board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from July 24, 2023, approve claims, hear the superintendent's report, and declare surplus property. The agenda is largely procedural with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Declaration of surplus property
• Approval of claims
• Superintendent's report

The Board approved General Fund and Non-Reverting Fund claims totaling $158,273.38. Members also approved a Declaration of Surplus Property and the minutes from the July 24, 2023 meeting.

• Approved General Fund Claims of $121,098.24 (unanimous)
• Approved Non-Reverting Fund Claims of $37,175.14 (unanimous)
• Approved Declaration of Surplus Property (unanimous)
• Approved July 24, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Police Merit Board

The Commission held an executive session to receive information and interview a prospective employee for an officer position. No other subject matter was discussed.

• Interviewed prospective employee for officer position

Police Merit Board

The Lafayette Police Civil Service Commission will hold an executive session to interview applicants for a new hire. The public meeting will then consider approval of minutes from July 12, receive a department report, and take any final action from the executive session.

• Executive session to interview applicants for new hire
• Approval of minutes from July 12 executive and regular sessions
• Report from police department
• Possible final action from executive session

The Commission approved the minutes from the July 12, 2023 meeting and offered conditional employment to Alejandro Ramirez Gervacio. A notice was issued for an executive session on September 13, 2023, to interview candidates for officer and sergeant positions.

• Approved July 12, 2023 minutes
• Offered conditional employment to Alejandro Ramirez Gervacio

Board of Works

The Board is considering several agreements related to the Lafayette Housing Authority and engineering services. Discussion includes project updates for Lafayette Renew and various community assistance programs.

• On-call engineering services agreement with TBIRD Design Services
• Task Order #1 for test well siting at McCarty Lane east of Creasy Lane
• Youth mentoring agreement with Big Brother Big Sisters of Greater Lafayette
• Homeless services agreements with Lafayette Transitional Housing Center and Lafayette Urban Ministry
• Senior assistance and meals programs via Tippecanoe Senior Services

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved several funding agreements for homeless services, senior care, and youth mentoring. It also authorized an on-call engineering agreement and a $5,000 task order for water well siting. A taxicab permit application was denied.

• Approved $2,039,844.57 in claims
• Approved $40,000 for Senior Home Assistance Repair Program (SHARP)
• Approved $34,971 for Lafayette Transitional Housing Center
• Approved $20,000 for Lafayette Urban Ministry Emergency Homeless Shelter
• Approved $20,000 for Meals on Wheels
• Approved $14,000 for YWCA Domestic Violence Intervention and Prevention Program
• Approved $7,500 for Big Brother Big Sisters Youth Mentoring Program
• Denied taxicab permit for Aman Martin

City Council

The Lafayette Common Council will hold a public hearing and second reading on appropriating Local Option Highway User Tax Funds (wheel tax). It will also consider second reading of a salary ordinance amendment for appointed officers and employees, and first readings of another salary amendment, four property rezonings, and a stormwater service charge continuation.

• Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 2023-25 appropriating Local Option Highway User Tax Funds (County Wheel Tax, Fund #2490)
• Second reading of Ordinance 2023-27 amending 2023 salaries for appointed officers and employees (excluding police and fire sworn members)
• First reading of Ordinance 2023-29 to rezone 33 N 22nd Street from MRU to NBU (Jose Munoz, petitioner)
• First reading of Ordinance 2023-30 to rezone 37.57 acres on SR 38 E, west of Arletta Court, from GB to I3 (Jerry Kittle/Innovative Engineering and Consulting Inc., petitioner)
• First reading of Ordinance 2023-32 amending stormwater service charge provisions (Section 8.08.140 and Article VIII)

The Council approved appropriations for local highway user tax funds and authorized a new facilities position in the Water Works Department. Several rezoning requests were passed, while a proposal for a trash transfer station was tabled. The Council also advanced a stormwater service charge ordinance to a first reading.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-25 for Local Highway User Tax Funds (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-27 to add a fourth facilities position in Water Works Department (7-0)
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 2023-28 for two Community Service Officers (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 33 N 22nd Street from MRU to NBU for a beauty shop (7-0)
• Tabled Ordinance 2023-30 regarding a trash transfer station rezoning until September 5
• Approved rezoning of 2321-2329 N 18th St from R1U to NBU (7-0)
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 2023-32 regarding Stormwater Service Charge (7-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Ordinance 2023-32 for September 5, 2023

Board of Works

The Board of Public Works and Safety will consider a significant industrial user permit renewal for Ice Cream Specialties and review quotes for the Lafayette Renew coating/painting project. Claims for August 1, 2023, are also on the agenda for approval.

• Significant Industrial User Permit renewal for Ice Cream Specialties
• Quotes under advisement for Lafayette Renew Coating/Painting Project 2023
• Approval of claims for August 1, 2023

The Board approved claims totaling $5,359,124.70, which included invoices for a road salt contract. A Significant Industrial User Permit for Ice Cream Specialties was also approved. The Lafayette Renew-Coating/Painting Project 2023 remains under advisement.

• Approved claims in the amount of $5,359,124.70
• Approved Significant Industrial User Permit for Ice Cream Specialties
• Approved minutes from the July 25, 2023 regular meeting
• Tabled Lafayette Renew-Coating/Painting Project 2023 (remains under advisement)

Redevelopment Commission

The Redevelopment Commission will consider a resolution to ratify and approve a sale and development agreement for two tracts of the S. 4th St Railroad Corridor totaling about 2.75 acres. They will also accept a certificate of substantial completion for the Public Safety Center and a boundary/topography survey for Erie Street. The meeting includes approval of July 2023 claims and public comment.

• Resolution LRC-2023-07: Sale and development agreement for S. 4th St Railroad Corridor Tract I (~1.49 acres) and Tract II (~1.26 acres)
• Certificate of Substantial Completion for Public Safety Center from Kettelhut Construction Inc
• Erie Street boundary and topography survey from TBIRD Design Services Corporation
• Approval of July 2023 claims

The Redevelopment Commission approved the sale of two tracts of land for a project featuring 16 market-rate homes. The board also certified the completion of the Public Safety Center and approved a survey agreement for Erie Street.

• Approved sale and development agreement for S. 4th St Railroad Corridor Tract I and II for $41,500 (Unanimous)
• Approved Certificate of Substantial Completion for Public Safety Center (Unanimous)
• Approved TBIRD Design Services agreement for Erie Street Boundary and Topography survey not to exceed $25,000 plus $500 expenses (Unanimous)
• Approved July 2023 claims totaling $10,046,343.22 (Unanimous)
• Approved June 22, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Tippecanoe Co. Local Environmental Finance Board

The Tippecanoe County Local Environmental Response Financing Board approved several payments for environmental consulting and legal services. The board also received a report on landfill groundwater sampling and discussed monitoring well rights on a private property.

• Approved April 25, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved $5,867.32 claim to Keramida Environmental
• Approved $56,854.30 claim to Keramida Environmental
• Approved $12,210.69 claim to Keramida Environmental
• Approved $2,625.00 claim to Stuart & Branigin
• Approved $5,575.00 claim to Stuart & Branigin
• Approved $500.00 claim to Stuart & Branigin
• Approved $17,834.89 claim to Waste Management

Board of Works

The Board of Public Works and Safety will consider a historic demolition permit for 2604 South Street, an amendment to the Senior Home Assistance Repair Program agreement with Tippecanoe County Council on Aging, and a special event request for German Fest. Claims for July 25, 2023, are also on the agenda.

• Historic demolition permit for 2604 South Street
• Amendment #1 to agreement with Tippecanoe County Council on Aging for Senior Home Assistance Repair Program Year 2022
• Special event request for German Fest
• Claims for July 25, 2023

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved $1,206,195.08 in claims and a special event request for German Fest. The Board also upheld a 60-day waiting period for a historic demolition permit at 2604 South Street and extended a senior home repair program agreement.

• Approved claims totaling $1,206,195.08
• Upheld 60-day waiting period for Historic Demolition Permit at 2604 South Street
• Approved Amendment #1 to extend Tippecanoe Senior Home Assistance Repair Program 2022 end date to December 31, 2023
• Approved Special Event Request for German Fest on September 9, 2023
• Took quotes for Lafayette Renew-Coating/Painting Project 2023 under advisement
• Approved minutes from July 18, 2023 regular meeting

Historic Preservation Commission

This is a routine meeting of the Lafayette Historic Preservation Commission. The agenda includes approval of minutes, committee reports (Public Relations & Education, District, COA), staff report, and public comments. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Approval of minutes
• Public Relations & Education Committee report
• District Committee report
• COA Committee report
• Staff report

Parks Board

This is a routine meeting with no major decisions or public hearings. The board will approve prior meeting minutes and claims, and receive a superintendent's report.

• Approval of minutes from July 10, 2023 regular meeting
• Approval of claims (no dollar amounts listed)

The Board approved claims for the General Fund and Non-Reverting Fund. Staff provided updates on concert ticket sales, playground construction at Armstrong Park, and storm damage at Columbian Park. Residents addressed the board regarding the need for a skate park.

• Approved July 10, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved General Fund Claims of $35,336.50 (unanimous)
• Approved Non-Reverting Fund Claims of $47,199.17 (unanimous)

Human Relations Commission

The Commission approved the minutes from April 20, 2023, and selected a flyer design for distribution to community sites by the end of August. Members discussed upcoming leadership elections and coordinated participation in several local events and festivals.

• Approved April 20, 2023, meeting minutes
• Selected first flyer option for distribution to community sites
• Agreed to participate in Sycamore Springs monthly Lunch & Learn
• Scheduled 2024 leadership votes for the October meeting

Board of Works

The Lafayette Board of Public Works and Safety will consider proposals for resurfacing sport courts at Armstrong and Arlington Parks, approve claims, and review several special event requests including National Night Out and community events. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes and claims.

• Armstrong Park Tennis/Basketball Sport Court Surfacing Proposal
• Arlington Park Basketball Sport Court Surfacing Proposal
• Claims for 7/18/2023
• Special Event Request: LPD National Night Out
• Special Event Request: Indiana Makers Market Pop-Up at LaLa Gallery

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved over $4 million in claims and two contracts for sport court resurfacing at Armstrong and Arlington Parks. Additionally, the Board approved four special event requests involving street closures for August 2023.

• Approved $73,302.03 contract with A.G. Sport Surfaces, LLC for Armstrong Park court surfacing
• Approved $9,944.60 contract with A.G. Sport Surfaces, LLC for Arlington Park court surfacing
• Approved claims in the amount of $4,047,634.60
• Approved LPD National Night Out special event for August 1, 2023
• Approved Indiana Makers Market Pop-Up special event for August 26, 2023
• Approved Bauer Family Resources Backyard BBQ special event for August 25, 2023
• Approved PURE Regenerative Medicine Open House special event for August 18, 2023
• Approved minutes from July 11, 2023 regular meeting

Parking Commission

The Lafayette Parking Commission will vote on five petitions to install, maintain, or remove handicap and loading zone parking spaces at specific addresses. They will also hear a presentation (no vote) on converting 3rd and 4th Streets to two-way traffic and its parking impacts. The meeting includes routine approval of minutes and reports.

• Petition to maintain handicap space at 2522 Eckman Pl. (Mary Hicks)
• Petition to maintain handicap space near 1731-1733 Pierce St. (Tevis and Katrina Bartlett)
• Petition to install handicap space at 17 S. 6th St. (MatchBOX Coworking Studio)
• Petition to install handicap space at 1404 Washington St. (Thomas Hawkins Jr.)
• Petition to remove 2 loading zone spaces at 1315 N. 14th St. (NS Painting)

The Commission approved four petitions for the installation or maintenance of handicap parking spaces. It also voted to remove two 30-minute loading zone spaces on N. 14th St. A presentation on the 3rd and 4th Street conversion to two-way traffic was held for information only.

• Approved maintaining handicap space at 2522 Eckman Place (Unanimous)
• Approved maintaining handicap space near 1731-1733 Pierce Street (Unanimous)
• Approved installing handicap space adjacent to 17 S. 6th St. (Unanimous)
• Approved installing handicap space adjacent to 1404 Washington St. (Unanimous)
• Approved removal of two 30-minute loading zone spaces adjacent to 1315 N. 14th St. (4-1)
• Approved April 17, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider three variance requests. The first involves multiple variances for a property at 2600 South St, including a significant reduction in required parking. The other two involve buffer-yard and setback variances. The meeting also includes approval of minutes.

• Variance to allow 34 parking spaces instead of required 113 at 2600 South St
• Variance to allow 41-ft building height instead of 35-ft at 2600 South St
• Variance to allow 57,577 SF lot area instead of 68,000 SF at 2600 South St
• Variance to allow 20-ft buffer yard instead of 30-ft at 3029 Old Romney Rd
• Variance to allow 35-ft setback instead of 60-ft at N Creasy Ln & South St

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved multiple variance requests for a multi-family project on South St, a buffer-yard reduction on Old Romney Rd, and a setback reduction for a restaurant at N Greasy Ln and South St.

• Approved 4 variances for Iron Men Properties of Lafayette 1. LLC at 2600 South St regarding lot area, vegetative cover, building height, and parking (4-0)
• Approved variance for Virk Holdings, LLC at 3029 Old Romney Rd to allow 20-feet buffer-yard width instead of 30-feet (4-0)
• Approved variance for Raising Cane's Restaurants, LLC at N Greasy Ln & South St to allow 35-feet frontage setback instead of 60-feet (4-0)
• Approved minutes of the previous meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Police Merit Board

The Commission held an executive session to receive information and interview a prospective employee for an officer position. No other subject matter was discussed.

• Interviewed prospective employee for officer position

Police Merit Board

The commission will conduct interviews for new applicants and discuss job performance during an executive session. The public portion of the meeting includes approval of previous minutes and a report from the department.

• Interviews of applicants for new hire
• Discussion of job performance

The Commission approved the minutes from the June 14, 2023 meeting and offered conditional employment to Ryan Crosby. The board also decided to maintain the current slate of officers.

• Approved June 14, 2023 minutes
• Approved conditional employment offer to Ryan Crosby
• Approved maintaining the current slate of officers

Board of Works

The Lafayette Board of Public Works and Safety will consider a contract amendment with HWC Engineering for Service Area 11B, declare surplus iPhones, approve claims, and review several special event and banner requests. The meeting includes routine approvals and permits.

• Amendment #1 to agreement with HWC Engineering for Service Area 11B
• Declaration of surplus property (iPhones)
• Claims for 7/11/2023
• Special event requests: Stand With Ukraine, Whole Truth Apostolic Faith yard sale, Drug Coalition Overdose Awareness Day, Hartman wedding
• Banner requests: Lafayette Roller Derby, Feast of the Hunters Moon

The Board approved a contract amendment for water and sewer design services and authorized over $20 million in claims. Several special event requests and banner placements were approved. The Board also declared 15 iPhones as surplus property.

• Approved Amendment #1 with HWC Engineering for Service Area 11B not-to-exceed $490,870.00
• Approved Declaration of Surplus Property for 14 iPhone 11s and 1 iPhone 12
• Approved claims in the amount of $20,736,857.85
• Approved special event request for Stand With Ukraine on July 29, 2023
• Approved special event request for Whole Truth Apostolic Faith Community Yard Sale and Festival on August 5, 2023
• Approved special event request for Drug Free Coalition of Tippecanoe County Overdose Awareness Day on August 27, 2023
• Approved special event request for Hartman Wedding Ceremony on September 9, 2023
• Approved banner requests for Lafayette Roller Derby and Feast of the Hunters Moon

Parks Board

The Lafayette Park and Recreation Board is meeting to approve minutes from the previous meeting, approve claims, hear the superintendent's report, and declare worthless property. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or discussions listed.

• Declaration of Worthless Property
• Approval of claims

The Board approved claims totaling $564,866.92 across the General, Non-Reverting, and Bond funds. Members also approved the Declaration of Worthless Property and the minutes from the June 26, 2023 meeting.

• Approved June 26, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $44,763.30 in General Fund Claims (unanimous)
• Approved $60,444.24 in Non-Reverting Fund Claims (unanimous)
• Approved $459,659.38 in Bond Fund Claims (unanimous)
• Approved Declaration of Worthless Property (unanimous)

City Council

The Lafayette Common Council will hold a public hearing and consider several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include a second reading of a voluntary annexation for Carr Family Farm II, first readings for a wheel tax fund appropriation, a rezoning at 1300 Howell Street, and a salary ordinance amendment. The council will also vote on two tax abatement resolutions for Kentland Bank and an annual compliance resolution.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2023-23 to annex Carr Family Farm II into Lafayette
• First reading of Ordinance 2023-26 to rezone 1300 Howell Street from R2U to NBU
• First reading of Ordinance 2023-27 to amend 2023 city employee salaries (excluding police and fire)
• Public hearing and resolution on tax abatement for Kentland Bank real estate (Resolution 2023-19 and 2023-20)
• Resolution 2023-21 for annual tax abatement compliance (Round 2)

The Common Council approved the annexation of the Carr Family Farm II and passed several ordinances regarding zoning, funding, and staffing. The council also approved tax abatements for Kentland Bank and other compliant companies.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-22 for voluntary annexation of Carr Family Farm II (8-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2023-25 for appropriation of Local Option Highway User Tax Funds on first reading (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-26 to rezone 1300 Howell Street from R2U to NBU-1300 (8-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2023-27 to add a fourth facilities position in the Water Works Department on first reading (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-20 for Kentland Bank property tax abatement (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-21 for Annual Tax Abatement Compliance Round 2 (8-0)
• Approved minutes of the June 5, 2023 meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Board of Works

The Board of Public Works and Safety will consider a guaranteed maximum price proposal and notice to proceed for a solar photovoltaic array project at the Lafayette WWTP and Ross Road lift station. Other items include contracts for drainage projects, road concrete replacement, park fence work, and a test well drilling quote. The board will also approve claims and consider banner requests for German Fest and the C2E Construction Expo.

• Contract and notice to proceed for WWTP and Ross Road LS solar photovoltaic array project
• Contract and notice to proceed for Jesco Hills/Salem Street concrete drainage project
• Contract and notice to proceed for O'Farrell Road concrete replacement project
• Contract with Mr. Fence It for tennis court fence replacement at Armstrong Park
• Contract with Ortman Drilling Inc for test well drilling quote package

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved several infrastructure contracts, including a solar array project and water well test drilling. The Board also accepted a lift station for public maintenance and approved various park and road repairs.

• Approved $3,903,000.00 contract with Veregy LLC for WWTP Solar Field
• Approved Agreement for Acceptance of Chesapeake Landing Station for public use and maintenance
• Approved $56,206.00 contract with Dixon Construction for Jesco Hills/Salem Street drainage
• Approved $102,904.00 contract with Dixon Construction for O’Farrell Road concrete replacement
• Approved $29,400.00 contract with Mr. Fence It for Armstrong Park tennis court fences
• Approved $11,905.00 contract with Kaldahl Heritage Classic Construction Inc for fence post painting
• Approved $13,130.00 contract with Mulhaupts for McCaw Park access control system
• Approved $210,740.00 contract with Ortman Drilling Inc for test drilling for future well field

Parks Board

The Lafayette Park and Recreation Board is meeting for a regular session. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes, approval of claims, a superintendent's report, and a declaration of worthless property. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from June 12, 2023 regular meeting
• Approval of claims
• Superintendent's report
• Declaration of worthless property

The Lafayette Parks and Recreation Board approved General and Non-Reverting Fund claims totaling $102,812.89. The board also approved the Declaration of Worthless Property and the minutes from the June 10, 2023 meeting.

• Approved General Fund Claims of $43,434.17 (Unanimous)
• Approved Non-Reverting Fund Claims of $59,378.72 (Unanimous)
• Approved Declaration of Worthless Property (Unanimous)
• Approved June 10, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Lafayette Historic Preservation Commission will review several property alteration requests, including new windows at 511 Ferry St., residing of a cupola at 800 Main St. (retroactive), and a replacement window at 719 Main St. The meeting also includes committee reports and public comments.

• 511 Ferry St. – New Windows
• 800 Main St. – Residing of Cupola (Retroactive Approval Request)
• 719 Main St. – Replacement Window
• Public comments accepted in-person or via email

The Commission recommended approval for new window installations at 511 Ferry St. and retroactive approval for cupola residing at 800 Main St. One application for a replacement window at 719 Main St. was withdrawn.

• Recommended approval of new windows and brick infill at 511 Ferry St. (unanimous)
• Recommended retroactive approval of cupola residing at 800 Main St. with condition to paint vents to match vinyl siding (unanimous)
• Application for replacement window at 719 Main St. withdrawn
• Approved May 22, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Redevelopment Commission

The Lafayette Redevelopment Commission will consider an amendment to the Main Street Streetscape Phase 5 & 6 contract for survey and drainage improvements, review tax abatement compliance for several companies, and receive an annual report from Baker Tilly. The commission will also approve minutes and June 2023 claims.

• HWC Engineering: Main Street Streetscape Phase 5 & 6 Amendment #5 - Survey and Drainage Improvements
• Tax abatement compliance reviews for Arconic US, Caterpillar, and General Electric
• Lafayette Redevelopment Commission Annual Report by Baker Tilly Municipal Advisors
• Approve June 2023 Claims
• Approve minutes of May 25 and June 14 meetings

The Commission approved over $3.1 million in claims and a $16,500 contract amendment for drainage improvements on Main Street. It also recommended substantial compliance for several companies regarding tax abatements.

• Approved $16,500 contract amendment for HWC Engineering survey and drainage improvements (unanimous)
• Recommended substantial compliance for Arconic US, LLC-RE and Arconic US, LLC-PP (unanimous)
• Recommended substantial compliance for Caterpillar Logistics, Inc.-PP (unanimous)
• Recommended substantial compliance for Caterpillar, Inc.-PP and Caterpillar, Inc.-RE (unanimous)
• Recommended substantial compliance for ETCL Pure (General Electric)-RE (unanimous)
• Recommended substantial compliance for General Electric Company and Affiliates-PP (unanimous)
• Approved J 23 claims totaling $3,125,013.28 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from May 25, 2023 and June 14, 2023 meetings (unanimous)

Board of Works

The Board of Public Works and Safety will consider a recommendation for award and a contract for the 2023-1 Edgelea Addition CCMG Project, as well as a subdivision variance for Concord Crossing North. The Lafayette Housing Authority seeks releases of deed restrictions and mortgages on three properties. The board will also review a contract for Armstrong Park baseball field services and several special event requests.

• Recommendation for award and contract for 2023-1 Edgelea Addition CCMG Project
• Subdivision variance for Concord Crossing North Subdivision
• Release of covenant for deed restrictions at 2125 Elk Street
• Release of mortgages at 1908 Whitcomb Avenue and 2104 Roosevelt Avenue
• Contract with Marschands Athletic Field Services for Armstrong Park baseball fields

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved a major paving contract and a subdivision variance for Concord Crossing North. They also authorized several property deed releases and approved multiple special event requests for July.

• Approved $1,665,217.00 contract with Midwest Paving LLC for 2023-1 Edgelea Addition CCMG Project
• Approved subdivision variance for Concord Crossing North to eliminate required improvements to Concord Road
• Approved $32,555.60 contract with Marschand’s Athletic Field Services for Armstrong Park Baseball Fields
• Approved $6,665,930.19 in claims
• Approved release of covenant for 2125 Elk Street and mortgage releases for 1908 Whitcomb Avenue and 2104 Roosevelt Avenue
• Approved special event requests for Wabash Riverfest 5K, Stars and Stripes Fireworks, Joint Religious Service, Ankit Foundation Corp Candlelight Tribute, and Flora Candle Company Market
• Took bids for Jesco Hills/Salem Street and O’Farrell Road projects under advisement

Police Merit Board

The Lafayette Police Civil Service Commission is meeting to conduct interviews of applicants for new hires and discuss job performance, both in executive session. The board will also approve minutes from its May 10 meetings and receive a department report. Any final action from the executive session will be taken up as new business.

• Executive session for applicant interviews and job performance discussion
• Approval of May 10 executive and regular session minutes
• Department report
• Potential final action from executive session
• Next meeting scheduled for July 12, 2023

The Commission approved the minutes from the May 10, 2023 meeting. The board voted to offer conditional employment to two individuals. An executive session for officer interviews was scheduled for July 12, 2023.

• Approved May 10, 2023 minutes
• Approved conditional employment for Jackson Gerrety
• Approved conditional employment for Jack Lamberson

Police Merit Board

The Commission held an executive session to receive information and interview a prospective employee for an officer position. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Interviewed prospective employee for officer position

Redevelopment Commission

The Lafayette Redevelopment Commission is meeting to discuss the utilization of captured assessment from Tax Increment Finance (TIF) allocation areas. The agenda includes only this item and public comment, with no specific proposals or decisions listed.

• Discussion on utilization of captured assessment from TIF allocation areas

The Lafayette Redevelopment Commission determined that no assessed value will be passed through to underlying taxing districts in Tax Increment Finance (TIF) allocation areas. This decision was based on identified project needs and long-term capital planning.

• Approved recommendation to not pass-through any assessed value in TIF allocation areas (3-0, one abstention)

Parks Board

The Lafayette Park and Recreation Board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from May, approve claims, hear the superintendent's report, and declare surplus property. Public communications will also be received.

• Declaration of Surplus Property
• Superintendent's report
• Approval of claims

The Board approved General Fund and Non-Reverting Fund claims totaling $126,157.29. Members also approved a Declaration of Surplus Property. Staff provided updates on the Five-Year Master Plan and various park infrastructure projects.

• Approved May 15, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $58,587.83 in General Fund Claims (unanimous)
• Approved $67,569.46 in Non-Reverting Fund Claims (unanimous)
• Approved Declaration of Surplus Property (unanimous)

Board of Works

The Board of Public Works and Safety will consider a contract with Kettelhut Construction for new primate, river otter, and bald eagle exhibits at Columbian Park. Other items include a guaranteed maximum price proposal for a solar field at the wastewater treatment plant, declarations of worthless and surplus property, and several special event requests.

• Contract with Kettelhut Construction for primates, North American river otter, and bald eagle exhibits at Columbian Park
• Guaranteed Maximum Price Proposal for WWTP Solar Field
• Declaration of worthless property for Lafayette Renew
• Declaration of surplus property for Police Department
• Special event requests: Bistro 501 Lobster Bake, MatchBox Coworking Studio Fundraiser, St. Lawrence Church Eucharistic Procession

The Board approved over $4.2 million in claims and a construction contract for zoo exhibits. It also denied two appeals to release impounded dogs following safety and containment concerns. Three special event requests for street closures were approved.

• Approved contract with Kettelhut Construction for zoo exhibits
• Approved declaration of 5 semi-trailers as worthless property
• Approved declaration of 14 Glock 9mm Pistols as surplus property
• Approved claims totaling $4,226,978.31
• Approved special event requests for Bistro 501, MatchBox Coworking, and St. Lawrence Church
• Denied appeal to release two Pit Bulls to Jackie Vega
• Denied appeal to release German Shepard to Zixu (John) Zhang

City Council

The Lafayette Common Council will hold a public hearing and consider first reading of an ordinance to annex the Carr Family Farm II property (Ordinance 2023-23) and a related fiscal plan (Resolution 2023-17). The council will also hear first reading of a zoning change for property on Park East Blvd. from GB to PDRS (Ordinance 2023-24). Additionally, resolutions on annual tax abatement compliance and an ERA designation for Kentland Bank are on the agenda.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2023-23 for annexation of Carr Family Farm II (Southeast Lafayette)
• First reading of Ordinance 2023-24 to rezone land on Park East Blvd. from GB to PDRS
• Resolution 2023-17 establishing a fiscal plan for the Carr Property annexation
• Resolution 2023-19 designating an Economic Revitalization Area for Kentland Bank property tax abatement
• Second reading of Ordinance 2023-22 amending the motor vehicles and traffic code

The Common Council approved a rezoning request for a multifamily apartment project and passed several resolutions regarding tax abatements and annexation planning. The council also amended motor vehicle and traffic control ordinances.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-24 to rezone real estate for 312-unit multifamily apartments (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-22 amending motor vehicle and traffic control sections (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-17 establishing a fiscal plan for the Carr Property annexation (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-19 designating real estate as an Economic Revitalization Area for a 50-unit affordable senior housing project (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-18 for annual tax abatement compliance (8-0)
• Approved minutes of the May 1, 2023 meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Board of Works

The Board of Public Works and Safety will consider bids for the 2023-1 Edgelea Addition CCMG Project and a guaranteed maximum price proposal for the WWTP Solar Field. They will also review claims and a special event request for the Lafayette Aviators Street Festival.

• Bids under advisement for 2023-1 Edgelea Addition CCMG Project
• Guaranteed Maximum Price Proposal for WWTP Solar Field
• Claims for 5/30/2023
• Special event request for Lafayette Aviators Street Festival

The Board approved city claims totaling $432,496.07 and a special event request for the Lafayette Aviator’s Street Festival. Two items regarding the Edgelea Addition CCMG Project and the WWTP Solar Field remained under advisement.

• Approved claims in the amount of $432,496.07
• Approved Special Event Request for Lafayette Aviator’s Street Festival on July 1, 2023
• Approved minutes from May 23, 2023 regular meeting
• Kept 2023-1 Edgelea Addition CCMG Project under advisement
• Kept Guaranteed Maximum Price Proposal-WWTP Solar Field under advisement

Redevelopment Commission

The Lafayette Redevelopment Commission will consider a resolution recommending an Economic Revitalization Area designation and tax abatement for Kentland Bank real property. They will also vote on a contract with Patriot Engineering for construction materials testing on the Lafayette Streetscapes Phase VII project. Additionally, the commission will review tax abatement compliance letters for numerous companies and approve May 2023 claims.

• Resolution No. LRC-2023-06 recommending tax abatement for Kentland Bank real property
• Contract with Patriot Engineering for Lafayette Streetscapes Phase VII materials testing
• Tax abatement compliance letters for 27 entities including Subaru, Wabash National, and Toyota Tsusho
• Approval of May 2023 claims

The Commission recommended a 10-year tax abatement for Snowy Owl Commons, an affordable senior housing project. Members also approved a concrete testing contract for streetscapes and found multiple companies in substantial compliance with existing tax abatements.

• Approved $4,900 contract with Patriot Engineering and Environmental, Inc. for Streetscape Phase VII testing (unanimous)
• Recommended 10-year tax abatement for Snowy Owl Commons affordable senior housing at 40-60 Twyckenham Blvd (unanimous)
• Recommended substantial compliance for 23 companies regarding tax abatement goals (unanimous)
• Approved May 2023 claims totaling $1,879,676.83 (unanimous)
• Approved April 27, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Works

The Board of Public Works and Safety will consider awarding contracts for the 5th Street Parking Garage Repair Project, Armstrong Park Field Fencing, and a street ratings system with StreetScan Inc. They will also open bids for the Edgelea Addition CCMG Project and a guaranteed maximum price proposal for the WWTP Solar Field. Other items include final completion certificates for the 7th Street Storm Sewer Replacement Project and special event requests.

• Recommendation for award and contract for 5th Street Parking Garage Repair Project
• Recommendation for award and contract for Armstrong Park Field Fencing
• Contract with StreetScan Inc for Street Ratings System
• Bid opening for 2023-1 Edgelea Addition CCMG Project
• Guaranteed maximum price proposal for WWTP Solar Field

The Board approved several infrastructure contracts, including repairs to the 5th Street Parking Garage and concrete replacement at Vinton Woods. They also authorized $4.02M in claims and approved a street rating system contract. Bids for the Edgelea Addition and WWTP Solar Field were taken under advisement.

• Approved $1,476,550.00 contract with Browning Chapman, LLC for 5th Street Parking Garage Repair Project
• Approved $227,333.58 contract with Heartland Contractors for Vinton Woods Concrete Replacement Project
• Approved $114,932.00 contract with Mr. Fence-It for Armstrong Park Field Fencing
• Approved $193,752.00 four-year contract with StreetScan Inc for Street Ratings System
• Approved claims in the amount of $4,020,183.66
• Approved Certificate of Final Completion for 7th Street Storm Sewer Replacement Project with Bowen Engineering
• Approved special event request for Taste of Tippecanoe on June 17, 2023
• Took bids for Edgelea Addition CCMG Project and WWTP Solar Field quote under advisement

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission recommended the creation of the Local Centennial South/820 Ferry St. Historic District. It also recommended approval for five property modification petitions and confirmed the city will maintain its Certified Local Government designation.

• Recommended approval of 820 Ferry St as Local Centennial South/820 Ferry St. Historic District (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of replacement windows at 616 S. 9th St. (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of backyard wood fence at 205-207 S. 6th St. (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of exterior security lights at 522 Main St. (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of stainless steel chimney caps at 519 S. 9th St. (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of replacement windows at 109 N 5th St. (Unanimous)
• Approved April 24, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Hearing Authority

The Lafayette Hearing Authority will consider a compliance order and demolition hearing for 11 N. 13th Street, and a clean/safe/sanitary order for 2518 Main Street. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Order to Comply and Notice to Appear at Demolition Hearing for 11 N. 13th Street
• Order to Take Action – Clean, Safe & Sanitary for 2518 Main Street
• Approval of November 15, 2022 meeting minutes

The Board affirmed a demolition order for a deteriorated property at 11 N. 13th Street, though the owner may avoid demolition by adhering to a repair agreement. The Board also affirmed a compliance order for a property at 2518 Main Street.

• Approved November 15, 2022 minutes
• Affirmed order for compliance by May 23, 2023 for 2518 Main Street
• Affirmed demolition order for 11 N. 13th Street

Board of Works

The Board of Public Works and Safety will open bids for the 5th Street Parking Garage Repair and Vinton Woods Concrete Replacement projects. New business includes agreements between the Lafayette Housing Consortium and Habitat for Humanity for two 2020 projects (Ravine and N. 8th Street), a mortgage release for 2017 Underwood Street, and engineering contracts for asphalt rejuvenation and foam injection soil stabilization. The board will also consider special event requests for a Parker High School graduation party, a worship service, and a BBQ cookoff.

• Bid opening for 5th Street Parking Garage Repair Project
• Bid opening for Vinton Woods Concrete Replacement Project
• Agreement between Lafayette Housing Consortium and Habitat for Humanity for 2020 Project #4-Ravine
• Agreement between Lafayette Housing Consortium and Habitat for Humanity for 2020 Project #5-N. 8th Street
• Contract for 2023 Reclamite Asphalt Rejuvenator Application with Rejuvtec

The Board approved $1,227,833.88 in claims and contracts for asphalt rejuvenation and soil stabilization. Two housing agreements with Habitat for Humanity were approved, and three special event requests were granted. Bids for the 5th Street Parking Garage and Vinton Woods projects were taken under advisement.

• Approved $396,218.75 contract with Rejuvtec for asphalt rejuvenation
• Approved $60,200.00 contract with URETEK USA for soil stabilization on Sleepy Hollow Drive
• Approved $47,500.00 agreement for Habitat for Humanity Project #4 (258 Ravine Street)
• Approved $47,500.00 agreement for Habitat for Humanity Project #5 (1119 North 8th Street)
• Approved release of mortgage for 2017 Underwood Street
• Approved $1,227,833.88 in claims
• Approved special event requests for Parker High School Graduation, Love Life International Ministries, and Knickerbocker Saloon BBQ Cookoff
• Tabled bids for 5th Street Parking Garage and Vinton Woods Concrete projects for further review

Parks Board

This is a routine regular meeting of the Lafayette Park and Recreation Board. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the April 17 meeting, approval of claims, a superintendent's report, and communications. No major decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Approval of minutes from April 17, 2023 regular meeting
• Approval of claims
• Superintendent's report

The Lafayette Parks and Recreation Board approved claims totaling $179,705.64 across the General, Non-Reverting, and Beautification funds. The board also approved the minutes from the April 17, 2023 meeting.

• Approved April 17, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved General Fund Claims of $141,873.41 (unanimous)
• Approved Non-Reverting Fund Claims of $37,432.23 (unanimous)
• Approved Beautification Fund Claims of $400.00 (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Lafayette Board of Zoning Appeals will consider three variance requests at its May 15, 2023 meeting. One is old business from Manolo Renting LLC, and two are new requests from Charley Schalliol and Savannah Crow. The board will also approve minutes from a prior meeting.

• Manolo Renting LLC: variances for rear setback (1.5' vs 30'), side setback (0' vs 15'), and bufferyard (0' vs 20') at 3825 SR 38 E
• Charley Schalliol: variance for 618.92 sq ft sign area vs allowed 295 sq ft at 100 S Creasy Ln; would supersede BZA No. 2023-5
• Savannah Crow: variance for 6 off-street parking spaces vs required 9 at 717 Columbia St

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a request for increased signage at 100 S Greasy Ln and a reduction in required off-street parking for a residential project at 717 Columbia St. One petition for multiple variances at 3825 SR 38 E was withdrawn.

• Approved variance for 618.92 SF total sign area at 100 S Greasy Ln, conditioned on additional signage being limited to front windows (5-0)
• Approved variance for 6 off-street parking spaces instead of 9 at 717 Columbia St (5-0)
• Petition for multiple variances at 3825 SR 38 E withdrawn
• Approved minutes of the previous meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Police Merit Board

The commission will meet to approve minutes from the April 12 sessions and address old business regarding a permanent promotion. The agenda also includes a department report and potential final actions from executive sessions.

• Promotion of Captain Mellady to permanent status

The commission approved the minutes from the April 12, 2023 meeting. The board also voted to make Captain AJ Mellady's promotion to Captain permanent. A notice was issued for an executive session on June 14, 2023, to interview prospective officers.

• Approved April 12, 2023 minutes
• Approved making Captain AJ Mellady's promotion to Captain permanent

Board of Works

The Board of Public Works and Safety will consider a contract with Gray Media Group for the Lafayette Police Department, a change order for the Memorial Island Irrigation Project, and a recommendation to award a contract for painting well towers at Canal Road and Glick Well Fields. They will also declare surplus fleet maintenance property and review claims and a banner request for Taste of Tippecanoe.

• Contract with Gray Media Group, Inc. for Lafayette Police Department
• Change Order #1 for Memorial Island Irrigation Project
• Recommendation for award of well tower painting at Canal Road and Glick Well Fields
• Declaration of surplus property for Fleet Maintenance
• Banner request for Taste of Tippecanoe

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved over $4.3 million in claims and awarded a painting contract for well towers to Thayer’s Inc. Other actions included approving a police media contract and a change order for the Memorial Island Irrigation Project.

• Approved $21,530 change order for Memorial Island Irrigation Project
• Approved $54,000 six-month contract with Grey Media Group for police streaming and ads
• Approved declaration of surplus for a 2012 Chevrolet Colorado truck
• Awarded $51,161 contract to Thayer’s Inc for well tower painting
• Approved Notice to Proceed for well tower painting starting May 9, 2023
• Approved claims totaling $4,308,423.57
• Approved banner request for Taste of Tippecanoe on Columbia Street

Board of Works

The Lafayette Board of Public Works and Safety will consider several items, including permission to advertise a project, a historic demolition permit, contracts for engineering services, claims, and a special event request. The meeting includes routine approvals and new business items.

• Permission to advertise for 2023-1 Edgelea Addition CCMG Project
• Historic demolition permit for 908 S. 24th Street
• Contract with Alt & Witzig Engineering for McCaw Dog Park and Restroom Building project
• Contract with Christopher B. Burke Engineering for MS4 stormwater pollution prevention plan updates
• Special event request for OUTFest

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved several items including advertising for the $882,865 Edgelea Addition CCMG project, upheld a 60-day waiting period for a historic demolition at 908 S. 24th Street, and approved contracts for the McCaw Dog Park and stormwater plan updates. Claims totaling $3,633,539.06 were also approved. The meeting audio was mostly inaudible due to a microphone issue.

• Approved permission to advertise 2023-1 Edgelea Addition CCMG Project ($882,865 grant plus city match)
• Upheld 60-day waiting period for historic demolition permit at 908 S. 24th Street
• Approved $13,605 contract with Alt & Witzig Engineering for McCaw Dog Park and Restroom Building Project
• Approved $8,500 contract with Christopher B. Burke Engineering for MS4 stormwater plan updates
• Approved claims totaling $3,633,539.06
• Approved special event request for OUTFest on August 19, 2023 in Downtown Lafayette

City Council

The Lafayette Common Council will hold a public hearing and consider several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include an additional appropriation from the American Rescue Plan Grant Fund, property tax abatements for Huston Electric, annexations for Concord Crossing and Steele Property, and amendments to establish or modify local historic districts. The council will also vote on a salary ordinance for city employees and a resolution approving the 2023 Community Development Block Grant and Housing Consortium Home Program Annual Action Plan.

• Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 2023-15 for additional appropriation of American Rescue Plan Grant Fund (Fund#1760)
• Second reading of Ordinance 2023-12 annexing Concord Crossing (Tippecanoe Development II - DF Properties)
• Second reading of Ordinance 2023-13 annexing Lafayette Southeast Voluntary Annexation Steele Property
• Second reading of Ordinance 2023-14 amending salary ordinance for appointed officers and employees (excluding police and fire)
• Second reading of ordinances 2023-18 through 2023-21 amending local historic districts (Ellsworth/624 New York St., Wabash Ave/718 Wabash Ave., Centennial South, Centennial East-Central/515 N 7th St.)

The Council passed several ordinances for territory annexation and amendments to local historic and conservation districts. They also approved funding for American Rescue Plan grants and updated city employee salary positions. Additionally, the Council authorized a vanpool program expansion and property tax abatements for Huston Electric.

• Approved annexation of Concord Crossing and Steele Property (8-0)
• Approved salary changes for a new Zoo Educator and Senior Community Development Manager (8-0)
• Approved additional appropriation of American Rescue Plan Grant Fund (8-0)
• Approved amendments to Ellsworth/624 New York St., Wabash Ave, Centennial South, and Centennial East-Central districts (8-0)
• Passed first reading of Carr Family Farm II annexation (8-0)
• Approved 2023 Community Development Block Grant and Housing Consortium Home Program Action Plan (7-0-1)
• Authorized Greater Lafayette Public Transportation Corporation to expand vanpool program (8-0)
• Approved property tax abatement and ERA designation for DJS Leasing/Huston Electric (8-0)

Redevelopment Commission

The Lafayette Redevelopment Commission will consider change orders and a certificate of completion for the Main Street Streetscape Phase IV project, as well as multiple contracts and a recommendation related to the City Hall and former Tempest Homes building renovation. The agenda also includes approval of the March minutes and April claims.

• Milestone Construction: Main Street Streetscape Phase IV Change Order #4
• Milestone Certificate of Completion for Main Street Streetscape Phase IV
• Kettelhut Inc.: Public Safety Building & Parking Garage 7th Street Resurfacing and Subsurface Drainage Project Change Order #4
• Letter of recommendation for Construction Manager as Constructor (CMc) for City Hall and Tempest Homes Building Renovation
• Kettelhut Inc. and LAMMCO contracts for City Hall renovation

The Redevelopment Commission approved a construction manager and equipment services for the renovation of City Hall and the former Tempest Homes Building. The board also authorized a change order for 7th Street resurfacing and finalized the Main Street Streetscape Phase IV project.

• Approved Main Street Streetscape Phase IV Change Order #4, decreasing final amount by $4,923.73 (Unanimous)
• Approved Certificate of Completion for Main Street Streetscape Phase IV (Unanimous)
• Approved $711,875.00 change order for 7th Street resurfacing and subsurface drainage (Unanimous)
• Approved Kettelhut Construction, Inc. as Construction Manager as Constructor for City Hall and Tempest Homes Building renovation (Unanimous)
• Approved CMc services contract for City Hall and Former Tempest Homes Building Renovation (Unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Lafayette Materials Management Co., Inc. (LAMMCO) for City Hall renovation fixtures and equipment (Unanimous)
• Approved April 2023 claims totaling $1,549,067.33 (Unanimous)
• Approved March 23, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Tippecanoe Co. Local Environmental Finance Board

The Tippecanoe County Local Environmental Response Finance Board will meet to approve the minutes from its January 24, 2023 meeting and to sign off on claims totaling $94,100.31. The claims include payments to Keramida Environmental, Inc., Stuart & Branigin, LLP, and Waste Management. The board will also hear a report from the county treasurer and take up any new business.

• Approval of January 24, 2023 meeting minutes
• Claims: Keramida Environmental, Inc. ($24,993.79, $34,553.08, $23,574.78)
• Claims: Stuart & Branigin, LLP ($1,575.00, $525.00)
• Claim: Waste Management ($8,979.66)
• Report from Tippecanoe County Treasurer

The Board approved several payments for consulting services and waste management. Members discussed the process of delisting the landfill site and the potential for solar energy use on the property.

• Approved January 24, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved $24,993.79 claim to Keramida Environmental
• Approved $34,553.08 claim to Keramida Environmental
• Approved $23,574.78 claim to Keramida Environmental
• Approved $1,575.00 claim to Stuart & Branigin
• Approved $525.00 claim to Stuart & Branigin
• Approved $8,979.66 claim to Waste Management

Board of Works

The Lafayette Board of Public Works and Safety will consider several engineering and parks items, including advertising for the Vinton Woods concrete replacement, a change order for Kossuth Street resurfacing, and multiple contracts and notices to proceed for Armstrong Park bleacher pads and Columbian Park Zoo projects. The board will also review claims, special event requests, and hold animal control appeal hearings.

• Permission to advertise Vinton Woods Concrete Replacement Project
• Change Order #1 for Kossuth Street Resurface from 4th St to Earl Ave
• Contract and notice to proceed for Armstrong Park Baseball Bleacher Pads
• Contracts and notices to proceed for Zoo Commissary Geotechnical Investigation and Civil Engineering for Zoo Exhibits
• Special event requests for Block Party, Mosey Down Main Street, Beers Across The Wabash, and Downtown Jazz & Blues Festival

The Board approved several infrastructure and park contracts, including zoo exhibit engineering and baseball bleacher pads. The Board also authorized four special event requests and denied an animal control appeal for a dog deemed dangerous. A second animal appeal hearing was initiated but the provided record ends before a decision was reached.

• Approved $4,953,992.56 in claims
• Approved $104,000 contract with TBird Designs Services Corporation for zoo exhibits
• Approved $22,005 contract with Dixon Construction for Armstrong Park bleacher pads
• Approved $5,850 contract with Alt & Witzig Engineering for Zoo Commissary investigation
• Approved $58,730.96 change order for Kossuth Street resurfacing
• Approved special event requests for Block Party, Mosey Down Main Street, Beers Across the Wabash, and Downtown Jazz & Blues Festival
• Denied animal control appeal for dog 'Bubba' owned by April Walker
• Approved permission to advertise Vinton Woods Concrete Replacement Project

Historic Preservation Commission

The Lafayette Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear committee reports, and review a certificate of appropriateness application for porch and sidewalk modifications at 914 Columbia St. The meeting also includes a report on a proposed 'Then & Now' prototype sign and public comment opportunities.

• 914 Columbia St. – porch and sidewalk modifications
• Then & Now prototype sign discussion
• Approval of March 27, 2023 meeting minutes
• Public comment via email or in-person

The Commission approved a prototype sign for 5th Street and recommended approval for porch and sidewalk modifications at 914 Columbia Street. The modifications include extending the porch, adding limestone railing, and creating an ADA accessible path. The March 27, 2023 meeting minutes were also approved.

• Approved March 27, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 5th Street Then and Now prototype sign mockup (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of porch and sidewalk modifications at 914 Columbia Street (unanimous)

Human Relations Commission

The Lafayette Human Relations Commission is meeting to approve minutes, discuss distribution of brochures and flyers, and receive updates on outreach efforts, including the 2023 Diversity Summit and a land acknowledgment. The agenda is largely routine, with no major policy decisions or public hearings.

• Approval of January 19, 2023 minutes
• Discussion of brochure and flyer design and distribution sites
• Update on Racism as a Public Health Crisis
• Leadership Lafayette Volunteer Expo on May 11th
• 2023 Diversity Summit discussion

The Commission approved the minutes from the January 19, 2023, meeting with corrections. Members discussed outreach efforts, including the distribution of brochures and flyers, and upcoming attendance at the Leadership Lafayette Volunteer Expo.

• Approved January 19, 2023 Minutes with corrections

Board of Works

The Lafayette Board of Public Works and Safety will consider accepting maintenance for the Sagamore Winds Planned Development, approve contracts for sewer-related studies and rehabilitation, and issue significant industrial user permits. The board will also review claims and a special event request for a baby shower.

• Acceptance for Maintenance - Sagamore Winds Planned Development
• Contract with Greeley & Hansen for Aeration Improvements Study
• Contract with Wessler Engineering for 2023 Sewer Rehabilitation Project
• Significant Industrial User Permit for Elektrisola dba Rea Magnet Wire, Inc.
• Significant Industrial User Permit for Industrial Plating, Inc.

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved two engineering contracts for sewer and aeration projects. The Board also granted industrial user permits and accepted a multi-family development for maintenance.

• Approved Acceptance for Maintenance for Sagamore Winds Planned Development
• Approved not-to-exceed $65,800 contract with Greeley & Hansen for Aeration Improvements Study
• Approved not-to-exceed $50,000 contract with Wessler Engineering for 2023 Sewer Rehabilitation Project
• Approved 4-year Significant Industrial User Permit for Elektrisola dba Rea Magnet Wire, Inc
• Approved 4-year Significant Industrial User Permit for Industrial Plating, Inc.
• Approved claims totaling $238,648.37
• Approved special event request for Hearts Arrow Events Baby Shower at Big 4 Depot Community Room
• Approved minutes from April 11, 2023 meeting

Parking Commission

The Commission approved three petitions to maintain or install handicap parking spaces at specific residential and church locations. The board also received updates on garage operations and a report on city-wide handicap parking spaces.

• Approved petition to maintain handicap parking space near 1711 Jackson Street (unanimous)
• Approved petition to maintain handicap parking space near 1306 Howell Street (unanimous)
• Approved petition to install one on-street handicap parking space adjacent to 12 N 8th St. and remove spaces in the drop-off lane (unanimous)
• Approved January 23, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board approved a variance for Slumber Holdings LLC to increase sign area at 3550 SR 38 E. A petition for multiple variances at 3825 SR 38 E was continued to May 2023.

• Approved variance for 172 SF total sign area instead of 73 SF at 3550 SR 38 E (5-0)
• Continued petition 2023-9 for multiple variances at 3825 SR 38 E to May 2023 hearing (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved minutes of the previous meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Parks Board

This is a procedural meeting with no substantive items. The board will approve minutes and claims, hear a superintendent's report, and handle communications.

• Approval of minutes from March 20, 2023 meeting
• Approval of claims (no dollar amounts listed)
• Superintendent's report

The Board approved General Fund and Non-Reverting Fund claims totaling $57,637.09. Staff provided updates on zoo operations, seasonal hiring, and ongoing park construction projects.

• Approved General Fund Claims of $40,379.97 and Non-Reverting Fund Claims of $19,257.12 (carried with one abstention)
• Approved minutes of the April 17, 2023 meeting with scrivener’s error correction (unanimous)

Police Merit Board

The Commission held an executive session to interview a prospective officer and discuss a job performance evaluation for an employee. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Interviewed prospective employee for officer position
• Discussed job performance evaluation of an individual employee

Police Merit Board

The commission will conduct an executive session to interview applicants for new hires and discuss job performance. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from March 8 sessions.

• Interviews of applicants for new hire
• Discussion of job performance

The Commission approved conditional employment for four individuals and extended the probationary period for one employee. The board also approved the minutes from the March 8, 2023 meeting.

• Approved March 8, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved 6-month extension of Bayland Brown’s probationary period
• Approved conditional employment for Cole Anderson, Tanner Johnson, Jacob Bolte, and Kalani Washington

Board of Works

The Board of Public Works and Safety will consider several engineering and purchasing items, including permission to advertise for the 5th Street Parking Garage Repair Project, a task order for survey and conceptual engineering at 9th & Kossuth, and an amendment for design revisions to the Sagamore Parkway Trail. The board will also declare surplus police department property (three vehicles and one camera), approve claims, and hear an animal control appeal. Proclamations for Fair Housing Month and Community Development Week are on the agenda.

• Permission to advertise for 5th Street Parking Garage Repair Project
• Task Order #2 for 9th & Kossuth survey and conceptual engineering
• Amendment No. 1 for Sagamore Parkway Trail design revisions
• Declaration of surplus property: 3 police vehicles and 1 Nikon Coolpix camera
• Animal control appeal hearing for Cynthia Sanders

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved several engineering contracts and the declaration of surplus police equipment. The Board also approved $4,177,817.20 in claims and denied an appeal to return a seized dog to its owner. Two proclamations were read regarding Fair Housing Month and Community Development Week.

• Approved permission to advertise for 5th Street Garage Repair Project
• Approved $59,100 for 9th & Kossuth Survey and Conceptual Engineering
• Approved $84,558 for Sagamore Parkway Trail-Design Revisions
• Declared 3 police vehicles and 1 Nikon camera as surplus property
• Approved claims totaling $4,177,817.20
• Approved special event request for Tree Lafayette Earth Day
• Approved banner request for Food Finders Food Bank
• Denied animal control appeal to return dog (Macy) to Cynthia Sanders

Traffic Commission

The Lafayette Traffic Commission will approve January 10, 2023 minutes and discuss traffic safety updates. The agenda includes temporary speed bumps on Bennett Road and a permanent all-way stop at Robinwood Drive. It also covers a proposed new School Crossing Zone designation at Earl Avenue and 22nd Street.

• Temporary speed bumps on Bennett Road during 4th Street and Teal Road intersection closure
• Permanent all-way stop at Bennett Road and Robinwood Drive
• Proposed new School Crossing Zone designation at Earl Avenue and 22nd Street
• Review of signage, pavement markings, and speed hump at Earl Avenue and 22nd Street

Board of Works

The Lafayette Board of Public Works and Safety will consider a contract with Cross Safe for school crossing guards and declare surplus fleet maintenance property. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and a list of permits.

• Contract with Cross Safe for City of Lafayette school crossing guards
• Declaration of surplus property for fleet maintenance

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved a contract with Cross Safe to provide school crossing guards. The Board also declared a 2016 Ford Fusion as surplus property to be transferred to an insurance company.

• Approved contract with Cross Safe for school crossing guards at $77.48 per day/per post (July 15–Dec 31, 2023) and $79.79 per day/per post starting in 2024
• Approved Declaration of Surplus Property for a 2016 Ford Fusion (City#16-26) for transfer to an insurance company
• Approved minutes from the March 28, 2023 regular meeting

City Council

The Lafayette Common Council will hold public hearings on two voluntary annexations (Concord Crossing and Lafayette Southeast) and consider first readings of ordinances on salaries, ARPA funds, zoning amendments, and historic district changes. The council will also vote on resolutions for fiscal plans, tax abatements, and a gas line easement.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2023-12: annexation of Concord Crossing (Tippecanoe Development II - DF Properties)
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2023-13: annexation of Lafayette Southeast (Steele Property)
• First reading of Ordinance 2023-14: amending 2023 city salaries (excluding police/fire)
• First reading of Ordinance 2023-15: additional appropriation from ARPA Grant Fund #1760
• Resolutions 2023-09 to 2023-11: tax abatements for DJS Leasing (Huston Electric), LB Associates (Haggerty Point Five and Six)

The Council approved several ordinances regarding zoning changes and historic district amendments. They also passed resolutions for tax abatements in Economic Revitalization Areas and established fiscal plans for two voluntary annexations.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-14 to add a Zoo Educator position and rename a Senior Planner role (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-16 to amend Tippecanoe County Zoning Ordinance (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-17 to rezone real estate from I3 to GB (6-0)
• Approved amendments to historic and conservation districts via Ordinances 2023-19, 2023-20, and 2023-21 (6-0 each)
• Approved Resolution 2023-09 for tax abatement for DJS Leasing/Huston Electric (6-0)
• Approved Resolutions 2023-10 and 2023-11 for tax abatements for LB Associates, LLC (6-0 each)
• Approved Resolutions 2023-07 and 2023-08 establishing fiscal plans for voluntary annexations (6-0 each)
• Approved Resolution 2023-12 granting a gas line easement to CenterPoint Energy (6-0)

Board of Works

The Lafayette Board of Public Works and Safety will consider awarding contracts for several construction projects, including new restroom buildings at McCaw Park and Columbian Park, and a roof replacement at City Hall. They will also select a construction manager for Columbian Park Zoo projects, approve a master services agreement with VS Engineering, and review special event requests.

• Award contract for McCaw Park dog park restroom building at 3745 Union Street
• Award contract for Columbian Park parking lot restroom building
• Award contract for City Hall roof replacement 2023
• Select Construction Manager as Constructor (CMc) for Columbian Park Zoo projects
• Master Services Agreement with VS Engineering for on-call engineering services

The Board approved several park improvements, including a new dog park and restroom building and primate exhibit work. Other actions included approving the City Hall roof replacement and various special event requests.

• Approved $2,633,725.00 contract and notice to proceed for McCaw Park dog park and restroom building (Passed)
• Approved Kettelhut Construction as Construction Manager for primate exhibits and bald eagle exhibit (Passed)
• Approved $27,810.00 contract and notice to proceed for Columbian Park Parking Lot Curb Project (Passed)
• Approved $119,217.00 contract and notice to proceed for City Hall Roof Replacement 2023 with Bone Dry Roofing (Passed)
• Approved declaration of surplus for a Police Department Glock 19 pistol to be sold (Passed)
• Approved Master Service Agreement and $27,000.00 task order for survey monument re-establishment with VS Engineering (Passed)
• Approved $4,274,032.69 in claims (Passed)
• Approved special event requests for Hunger Hike, Yoga on the Bridge, The Living Way of the Cross, Farmers Markets, and Workers Memorial (Passed)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Lafayette Historic Preservation Commission will consider petitions to designate four new local historic or conservation districts, including the Ellsworth/642 New York St., Wabash Ave/718 Wabash Ave., and Centennial East-Central/515 N. 7th St. areas, as well as a request to rename and expand the Centennial South district. The commission will also review a sign certificate of appropriateness for 631 Main St. and hear committee reports. Public comments will be accepted in person or via email.

• Petition to designate Ellsworth/642 New York St. Historic District
• Petition to designate Wabash Ave/718 Wabash Ave. Historic District
• Request to rename Centennial/420 N 5th St. district to Centennial South and expand to include 415 Brown St.
• Petition to designate Centennial East-Central/515 N. 7th St. Conservation District
• COA review for sign at 631 Main St.

The Commission approved a new sign for 631 Main St. and recommended approval for several new local historic districts and property inclusions. One application for replacement windows at 317 S 6th St was tabled by the owner's representative.

• Approved new illuminated sign for Luna Flats at 631 Main St. (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval for new Local Ellsworth/642 New York St. Historic District (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval for new Local Wabash Ave/718 Wabash Ave. Historic District (Unanimous)
• Recommended renaming 'Local Centennial/420 N 5th St. Historic District' to 'Local Centennial South Historic District' (Unanimous)
• Recommended inclusion of 415, 419, and 421 Brown St. into Local Centennial South Historic District (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval for new Centennial East-Central/515 N. 7th St. Conservation District (Unanimous)
• Tabled retroactive approval for replacement windows at 317 S 6th St

Redevelopment Commission

The Lafayette Redevelopment Commission will vote on several tax abatement resolutions for Huston Electric and Haggerty Point developments, open an RFP for construction manager services for City Hall and Tempest Homes renovations, and consider a contract amendment for Veterans Memorial Parkway. They will also approve meeting minutes and March 2023 claims.

• Open RFP for Construction Manager as Constructor for City Hall and Tempest Homes Renovations
• HWC Engineering: Veterans Memorial Parkway Contract Amendment #1
• Resolution LRC-2023-02: Tax abatement for DJS Leasing (Huston Electric) real property
• Resolution LRC-2023-03: Tax abatement for Huston Electric personal property
• Resolutions LRC-2023-04 and LRC-2023-05: Tax abatements for LB Associates (Haggerty Point Five and Six) real estate

The Redevelopment Commission approved several tax abatement resolutions for real and personal property investments. The board also approved over $4 million in claims and a contract amendment for professional services. A proposal for a construction manager for City Hall was taken under advisement.

• Approved February 23, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Took Kettelhut Construction proposal for City Hall and Tempest Homes renovations under advisement (unanimous)
• Approved HWC Engineering Contract Amendment #1 for Veterans Memorial Parkway (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution LRC-2023-02: 7-year graduated abatement for Huston Electric $1.750M real property investment (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution LRC-2023-03: 5-year abatement for Huston Electric $375,000 personal property investment (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution LRC-2023-04: 10-year graduated abatement for LB Associates $2.4M warehouse investment (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution LRC-2023-05: 10-year graduated abatement for LB Associates $5.36M warehouse investment (unanimous)
• Approved March 2023 claims totaling $4,087,827.46 (unanimous)

Board of Works

The Board of Public Works and Safety will consider a recommendation to award a contract for the 4th Street Sewer Realignment Project, along with related contract and notice to proceed. They will also vote on releasing mortgages for properties at 210 W. Stadium Ave. and 275 Lincoln Street in West Lafayette. Other items include bids under advisement for McCaw Park dog park and City Hall roof replacement, and a special event request for the Round the Fountain Art Fair.

• Recommendation for award of 4th Street Sewer Realignment Project
• Release of mortgage for 210 W. Stadium Ave., West Lafayette
• Release of mortgage for 275 Lincoln Street, West Lafayette
• Bids under advisement: McCaw Park New Dog Park & Restroom Building at 3745 Union Street
• Bids under advisement: RFQ for City Hall Roof Replacement 2023

The Board approved a contract and notice to proceed for the 4th Street Sewer Realignment Project with Bowen Engineering. They also approved two mortgage releases for the Lafayette Housing Authority and $2.97 million in claims. A special event request for the Round the Fountain Art Fair was granted.

• Approved award for 4th Street Sewer Realignment Project to Bowen Engineering
• Approved $849,096.00 contract for 4th Street Sewer Realignment Project
• Approved Notice to Proceed for 4th Street Sewer Realignment Project
• Approved Release of Mortgage for 210 W. Stadium Ave., West Lafayette
• Approved Release of Mortgage for 275 Lincoln Street, West Lafayette
• Approved claims in the amount of $2,973,369.35
• Approved Special Event Request for Round the Fountain Art Fair on May 27, 2023
• Approved Banner Request for CASA on Columbia Street from April 4-18, 2023

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Area Board of Zoning Appeals will consider three new-business items, including two variance requests from DeFouw Chevrolet Inc. for properties on Sagamore Parkway South, and one continued case. The board will also discuss by-law amendments. The agenda includes approval of minutes from a prior meeting.

• Variance for 285.58 SF sign area at 178 S Sagamore Pkwy S (allowed 60 SF)
• Variance for 6.25-ft sign setback at 178 S Sagamore Pkwy S (required 36 ft)
• Variance for 276 SF sign area at 410 S Sagamore Pkwy S (allowed 60 SF)
• Variance for 3.6% vegetative cover at 410 S Sagamore Pkwy S (required 10%)
• Continued case 2023-9 and discussion of by-law amendments

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved four variance petitions for DeFouw Chevrolet Inc. properties on Sagamore Parkway. These decisions allow for increased sign areas and a reduction in required vegetative cover.

• Approved variance for 285.58 SF total sign area at 178 Sagamore Pkwys (4-0)
• Approved variance for 6.25 foot freestanding sign setback at 178 Sagamore Pkwys (4-0)
• Approved variance for 276 SF total sign area at 410 Sagamore Pkwys (4-0)
• Approved variance for 3.6% vegetative cover at 410 Sagamore Pkwys (4-0)
• Approved minutes of the previous meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Parks Board

The Lafayette Park and Recreation Board will vote on accepting a real estate conveyance via Resolution 23-02 and declaring surplus property. They will also approve the 2022 annual report and claims, and hear the superintendent's report.

• Resolution 23-02 to accept conveyance of real estate
• Declaration of surplus property
• Approval of 2022 annual report
• Approval of claims

The Board approved Resolution 23-02 to accept a gift of real estate including Mill Creek parcels near Brittany Chase. The Board also approved the 2022 Annual Report and a declaration of surplus property from the McAllister Recreation Center.

• Approved General Fund and Non-Reverting Fund claims totaling $113,678.14 (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Annual Report (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 23-02 to accept conveyance of real estate (unanimous)
• Approved Declaration of Surplus property for McAllister Recreation Center items (unanimous)
• Approved February 13, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Works

The Lafayette Board of Public Works and Safety will open bids for the McCaw Park dog park and restroom building and for the City Hall roof replacement, and will consider awarding a contract for the Valley Forge concrete replacement project. The board will also review claims, approve minutes, and consider special event and banner requests.

• Bid opening: McCaw Park New Dog Park & Restroom Building, 3745 Union Street
• Quote opening: RFQ-City Hall Roof Replacement 2023
• Bids under advisement: 4th Street Sewer Realignment Project
• Recommendation for award: Valley Forge Concrete Replacement Project
• Special event request: Bike To Work Day

The Board approved a contract and notice to proceed for the Valley Forge Concrete Replacement Project with Dixon Construction. They also approved over $4.7 million in claims and several special event and banner requests. Bids for a dog park restroom and City Hall roof replacement were taken under advisement.

• Approved $337,317 contract with Dixon Construction for Valley Forge Concrete Replacement Project
• Approved Notice to Proceed for Valley Forge Concrete Replacement Project
• Approved claims in the amount of $4,730,473.21
• Approved Special Event Request for Bike to Work Day on May 19, 2023
• Approved Hunger Hike banner on Columbia Street (Aug 29 - Sept 12, 2023)
• Approved Stars and Stripes banner on Columbia Street (June 20 - July 4, 2023)
• Approved Christmas Parade banner on Columbia Street (Nov 21 - Dec 5, 2023)
• Took bids for McCaw Park dog park restroom and City Hall roof replacement under advisement

Joint Purchasing Board

The Joint Purchasing Board will meet to approve minutes from March 7, 2023, and consider a recommendation for award of a contract for asphalt and bituminous coated aggregate. Public comment will be taken before adjournment.

• Approval of minutes from March 7, 2023
• Recommendation for award of contract for asphalt and bituminous coated aggregate

The Board approved the recommendation for award of the 2023 Asphalt and Bituminous-Coated Aggregate. The award was granted to all bidders, including Asphalt Materials, Milestone Contractors, and Rieth-Riley.

• Approved March 7, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved Recommendation for Award of 2023 Asphalt and Bituminous-Coated Aggregate to Asphalt Materials, Milestone Contractors, and Rieth-Riley

Police Merit Board

The Commission held an executive session to receive information and interview a prospective employee for an officer position. No other subject matter was discussed.

• Interviewed prospective employee for officer position

Police Merit Board

The Lafayette Police Civil Service Commission is meeting to conduct interviews of applicants for new hires in executive session, approve minutes from the previous meeting, and receive a report from the police department. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Executive session for interviews of new-hire applicants
• Approval of February 8 executive and regular session minutes
• Report from the police department
• Possible final action from executive session
• Next meeting scheduled for April 12, 2023

The board approved the use of the National Police Officer Selection Test by Standard and Associates. Conditional employment was offered to two individuals. Officer Michael Odom received a gold merit award.

• Approved conditional employment for Jesse Galvin and Dylan Linder
• Approved the National Police Officer Selection Test by Standard and Associates
• Approved February 8, 2023 meeting minutes

Joint Purchasing Board

The Joint Purchasing Board will meet to approve the minutes from the November 14, 2022 meeting. The primary new business item is a bid opening for asphalt and bituminous-coated aggregates.

• Bid opening: 2023 Asphalt And Bituminous-Coated Aggregates

The board approved the minutes from the November 14, 2022 meeting. Bids for 2023 asphalt and bituminous-coated aggregate from three vendors were opened and taken under advisement for further review.

• Approved minutes from November 14, 2022 meeting
• Tabled decision on 2023 Asphalt and Bituminous-Coated Aggregate bids for further review

Board of Works

The Lafayette Board of Public Works and Safety will open bids for the Valley Forge Concrete Replacement Project and consider several contracts and amendments, including an animal sheltering agreement with Almost Home Humane Society and a GIS data collection contract with Butler, Fairman & Seufert. The board will also review claims and miscellaneous items such as special event and banner requests, and issue proclamations for various awareness days.

• Bid opening for Valley Forge Concrete Replacement Project
• Amendment #1 to agreement for animal sheltering and disposal with Almost Home Humane Society
• Contract with Butler, Fairman & Seufert for GIS Catchup Collection
• Amendment #2 for Raineybrook Lift Station Design with American Structurepoint
• Substantial completion of 40 & 8 Lift Station and Force Main Project

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved over $2.4 million in claims and several infrastructure contracts. They extended the animal sheltering agreement with Almost Home Humane Society and approved a special event request for a race on Main Street.

• Approved $2,417,784.22 in claims
• Approved contract extension for Almost Home Humane Society increasing monthly payment to $25,000.00
• Approved GIS Catchup Collection contract with Butler, Fairman and Seufert not to exceed $40,000.00
• Approved Raineybrook Lift Station Design amendment with American Structurepoint not to exceed $59,045.00
• Approved Certificate of Completion for Columbian Park Parking Lot Renovation
• Approved Substantial Completion for 40 & 8 Lift Station and Force Main Project
• Approved 2nd Annual 0.1K Race on Main Street for March 18, 2023
• Took Valley Forge Concrete Replacement Project bids under advisement

City Council

The Lafayette Common Council will hold a public hearing and consider several ordinances and resolutions, including annexations of the Carr, Concord Crossing, and Steele properties, amendments to historic districts, and a stormwater code change. They will also vote on an additional appropriation to the general fund and a resolution to transfer appropriations between budget classifications. The agenda includes routine items like approval of minutes and claims.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2023-07, annexing the Carr Property (2023 Lafayette Southeast Voluntary Annexation)
• Second reading of Ordinance 2023-06, amending the Stormwater Code (Chapter 8.08)
• Second reading of Ordinance 2023-08, amending the Ellsworth/17 S. 7th Street Historic District
• Second reading of Ordinance 2023-09, amending the S. 9th St./1114 State Street Historic District
• First reading of Ordinance 2023-12, annexing Concord Crossing - Tippecanoe Development II - DF Properties

The Common Council approved an appropriation for firefighter radios and bunker gear. Two voluntary annexation requests for residential and commercial development passed first reading, while a third request was withdrawn by the petitioner.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-10 for General Fund appropriation for fire radios and bunker gear (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-06 amending Stormwater Code (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-08 amending Ellsworth/17 S. 7th Street Historic District (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-09 amending S. 9th St/1114 State Street Historic District (7-0)
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 2023-11 to amend the Thoroughfare Plan (7-0)
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 2023-12 for Concord Crossing annexation (7-0)
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 2023-13 for Steele Property annexation (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-06 to transfer appropriations between budget classifications (7-0)

Board of Works

The Board of Public Works and Safety will open bids for the 4th Street Sewer Realignment Project, consider awards for several water treatment chemicals, and vote on advertising a request for proposals for construction manager services for a parks exhibit. The board will also approve minutes and claims.

• Bid opening: 4th Street Sewer Realignment Project
• Award recommendations for sodium bisulfite, hydrochloric acid, buffered muriatic acid, ferric chloride, and sodium fluoride
• Award recommendation for sodium hypochlorite
• Award recommendation for ammonium sulfate
• Permission to advertise RFP for Construction Manager as Constructor (CMc) services for Parks Exhibit

The Board approved over $4.1 million in claims and several chemical supply contracts. It also authorized the advertisement for construction manager services for Columbian Park Zoo projects. Bids for the 4th Street Sewer Realignment Project were opened and taken under advisement.

• Approved $4,141,920.55 in claims
• Approved chemical awards for Sodium Bisulfite, Hydrochloric Acid, Buffered Muriatic Acid, Ferric Chloride, and Sodium Fluoride
• Approved Sodium Hypochlorite award to Alexander Chemical at $2.159/gal
• Approved Ammonium Sulfate award to Water Solution Unlimited at $.65/lb
• Approved RFP advertisement for Construction Manager as Constructor (CMc) services for Columbian Park Zoo
• Took bids for 4th Street Sewer Realignment Project under advisement
• Approved minutes from February 21, 2023 meeting

Redevelopment Commission

The Lafayette Redevelopment Commission will vote on several professional service agreements and an RFP authorization, including a signal box art project, a theater masterplan amendment, city hall renovations, and downtown planning projects. They will also approve the minutes from the January 26 meeting and February 2023 claims.

• The Arts Federation: Professional Services for Signal Box Art Project
• Cordogan Clark/Keystone Architecture: Lafayette Theater Masterplan Amendment
• Cordogan Clark/Keystone Architecture: City Hall Renovations
• MKSK Studios: Downtown Planning Projects 2023 (Downtown Plan Update and Placemaking Trail Plan)
• Permission to Advertise RFP for Construction Manager as Constructor (CMc) for City Hall and Tempest Homes Renovations

The Commission approved several professional service agreements for city renovations and downtown planning. It also authorized the solicitation of a construction manager for City Hall and Tempest Homes renovations.

• Approved $14,000 contract for The Arts Federation Signal Box Art Project
• Approved $14,400 amendment for Lafayette Theater Masterplan (total not to exceed $62,000)
• Approved renovation plan for east side of City Hall and Huth/Tempest Homes building
• Approved $48,000 for Downtown Plan Update (MKSK Studios)
• Approved $35,000 for Placemaking Trail Plan (MKSK Studios)
• Approved permission to advertise RFP for Construction Manager as Constructor for City Hall and Tempest Homes
• Approved February 2023 claims totaling $2,177,069.14
• Approved minutes of January 26, 2023

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance to increase the total sign area for a property at 2432 Teal Rd. The approved area is 211.5 SF, exceeding the allowed 115 SF.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Granted variance to increase sign area to 211.5 SF at 2432 Teal Rd (5-0)

Board of Works

The Lafayette Board of Public Works and Safety will consider a petition to demolish the historic structure at 614 Union Street, declare a surface tablet as surplus property, and review claims. The board will also take bids under advisement for various water treatment chemicals and consider a special event request from Jefferson High School for its Grand March. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes and a list of permits issued.

• Petition to demolish historic structure at 614 Union Street
• Declaration of surplus property: Surface Tablet (IT)
• Bids under advisement for chemicals (sodium hypochlorite, ferric chloride, etc.)
• Special event request: Jeff HS Grand March
• Claims for February 21, 2023

The Board of Public Works and Safety upheld a 60-day waiting period for a demolition permit at 614 Union Street. The Board also approved $852,694.47 in claims and a special event request for the Jeff HS Grand March.

• Upheld 60-day waiting period for Historic Demolition Permit at 614 Union Street
• Approved Declaration of Surplus Property for a Microsoft Surface Tablet Pro 4
• Approved claims totaling $852,694.47
• Approved Special Event Request for Jeff HS Grand March on April 22, 2023
• Approved February 14, 2023 meeting minutes

Board of Works

The Lafayette Board of Public Works and Safety will open bids for water treatment chemicals, approve minutes, and consider several contracts and agreements, including for concrete projects, a new dog park, and housing programs. They will also declare surplus property and review claims.

• Bid opening for sodium hypochlorite, ferric chloride, and other water treatment chemicals
• Permission to advertise Valley Forge Concrete Replacement Project
• Agreement with Lafayette Urban Ministry for Public Facility Improvement Program Year 2019
• Permission to advertise McCaw Park New Dog Park & Restroom Building at 3745 Union Street
• Declaration of surplus property: toner and iPhones

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved several infrastructure and park contracts, including zoo exhibit designs and city-wide concrete work. They also authorized funding for housing initiatives and approved a 5K run event. Bids for various water treatment chemicals were taken under advisement.

• Approved $363,500 contract with AFD Design for Columbian Park Zoo Exhibits
• Approved $144,680 contract with Wissco Irrigation for Memorial Island Irrigation 2023
• Approved $36,689 contract with Dixon Construction for Miscellaneous Concrete 1
• Approved $38,000 (not to exceed) contract with Kettelhut Construction for Commissary Building Project Management
• Approved $28,500 agreement with Faith Community Development Corporation for CHDO Operating Funds
• Approved $16,000 agreement with Lafayette Urban Ministry for outdoor lockers
• Approved taxicab permits for Daniel Aaron Tierney and Jeffrey W. Davis; denied permit for Jonathan Howard Burton
• Approved $3,576,592.54 in claims

Parks Board

The Lafayette Park and Recreation Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The main action item is a resolution to authorize the purchase of picnic tables from the Tippecanoe School Corporation, along with routine approvals of minutes and claims.

• Resolution 23-01 authorizing purchase of picnic tables from Tippecanoe School Corporation
• Approval of minutes from January 9, 2023 meeting
• Approval of claims
• Superintendent's report

The Board approved General and Non-Reverting Fund claims totaling $243,121.62. It also passed a resolution to purchase picnic tables from the Tippecanoe School Corporation. Staff provided updates on zoo projects, seasonal hiring, and upcoming park events.

• Approved January 9, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $222,639.23 in General Fund Claims (unanimous)
• Approved $20,482.39 in Non-Reverting Fund Claims (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 23-01 to purchase picnic tables from Tippecanoe School Corporation (unanimous)

Police Merit Board

The Commission held an executive session to receive information and interview a prospective employee for an officer position. No other subject matter was discussed.

• Interviewed prospective employee for officer position

Police Merit Board

The Lafayette Police Civil Service Commission is meeting to conduct interviews of new officer candidates in executive session, followed by a public session to approve minutes and receive a department report. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Executive session for interviews of new officer candidates
• Approval of minutes from January 11, 2023 regular session
• Report from the police department
• Final action on executive session
• Next meeting scheduled for March 8, 2023

The board approved a gold merit award for Officer Michael Odom and offered conditional employment to two individuals. The minutes from the January 11, 2023 meeting were also approved.

• Approved gold merit award for Officer Michael Odom (with redaction of suspect's last name)
• Approved conditional employment for Ryan Barr
• Approved conditional employment for Izek Morrison
• Approved January 11, 2023 meeting minutes

Board of Works

The Lafayette Board of Public Works and Safety will consider a historic demolition permit for 2205 Union Street, a supplement to the fire protection contract with Fairfield Township, and several mortgage releases for Lafayette Housing Authority properties. They will also review claims and special event requests for the McAllister Father Daughter Dance and NAMI Mental Health Awareness. The caucus is cancelled.

• Historic Demolition Permit for 2205 Union Street
• Supplement #8 to Fire Contract with Fairfield Township
• Release of Mortgage for 224 Dehart Street, West Lafayette
• Release of Mortgage for 267 E. Sunset Lane, West Lafayette
• Release of Mortgage for 1326 Burroughs Street, Lafayette

The Board approved a fire protection contract for Fairfield Township and authorized the demolition of a fire-damaged property. They also released mortgages for four properties and approved over $1.3 million in claims.

• Waived 60-day waiting period for historic demolition permit at 2205 Union Street
• Approved $620,000 Supplement #8-Fire Contract for Fairfield Township
• Approved Release of Mortgage for 224 Dehart Street, West Lafayette
• Approved Release of Mortgage for 267 E. Sunset Lane, West Lafayette
• Approved Release of Mortgage for 1326 Burroughs Street, Lafayette
• Approved Release of Mortgage and Release of Covenant for 2134 Charles Street, Lafayette
• Approved claims in the amount of $1,305,203.57
• Approved special event requests for McAllister Center Father Daughter Dance and NAMI Mental Health Awareness Day

City Council

The Lafayette Common Council will hold a regular session with a public hearing and multiple ordinance readings. Key items include appropriating opioid settlement funds, amending the 2023 salary ordinance, several zoning changes, stormwater code amendments, a voluntary annexation, and historic district amendments. The council will also consider resolutions on a spay/neuter clinic agreement and a HOME-ARP allocation plan.

• Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 2023-02 for additional appropriation from Opioid Settlement Unrestricted Fund (#2256) and Restricted Fund (#2257)
• Second reading of Ordinance 2023-01 amending 2023 salaries for appointed officers and employees (excluding police and fire)
• First reading of Ordinance 2023-04 to rezone 3411 Fairfield Court from I3 to GB (Zanik Corporation)
• First reading of Ordinance 2023-05 to rezone northeast corner of Maple Point Drive and Concord Road from I3 to I2 (Whiskir, LLC)
• First reading of Ordinance 2023-07 for voluntary annexation of Carr Property (2023 Lafayette Southeast)

The Common Council approved an appropriation from opioid settlement funds to create a Community Advocate and Resource Navigator position within the Police Department. The council also passed several zoning amendments and a housing allocation plan.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-01 to create Community Advocate and Resource Navigator position (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-02 to fund the new police position using Opioid Settlement funds (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-03 regarding agricultural rental halls (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-04 to rezone 411 Fairfield Court from I3 to GB (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-05 to rezone Maple Point Drive and Concord Road from I3 to I2 (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-06 to amend Stormwater Code (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-07 for voluntary annexation of Carr Property on first reading (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-04 for Home-ARP Allocation Plan (6-0)

Board of Works

The Board of Public Works and Safety will open quotes for the Memorial Island Irrigation 2023 project, consider permission to advertise the 4th Street Sewer Realignment Project, review a 2023 Wastewater Operator Training Contract, and declare surplus property. They will also approve minutes and claims. The meeting includes routine approvals and contract considerations.

• Quote opening for Memorial Island Irrigation 2023
• Permission to advertise 4th Street Sewer Realignment Project
• 2023 Wastewater Operator Training Contract
• Declaration of surplus property (Purchasing and Lafayette Renew)
• Claims for 1/31/2023

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved over $7.9 million in claims and authorized the advertisement for the 4th Street Sewer Realignment Project. They also approved a wastewater operator training contract and the sale of surplus electronics. Quotes for Memorial Island Irrigation were taken under advisement.

• Approved claims in the amount of $7,919,921.23
• Approved Permission to Advertise for the 4th Street Sewer Realignment Project
• Approved $19,600.00 Wastewater Operator Training Contract with Wastewater Solutions
• Approved Declaration of Surplus Property for Purchasing (18 iPhones)
• Approved Declaration of Surplus Property for Lafayette Renew (Lenovo Think Pad)
• Took Memorial Island Irrigation 2023 quotes under advisement
• Approved minutes from January 24, 2023 meeting

Historic Preservation Commission

The Lafayette Historic Preservation Commission will elect officers for 2023, approve minutes, and hear reports. The main business is considering the establishment of two new local historic districts: the Ellsworth/17 S. 7th St. district and the S. 9th Street Hill/1114 State St. district. Public comments will be accepted in person or by email.

• Election of 2023 officers
• Recommendation to establish the Local Ellsworth/17 S. 7th St. Historic District (petitioner: C. H. Buckley)
• Recommendation to establish the Local S. 9th Street Hill/1114 State St. Historic District (petitioner: David Bathe)
• Update on the Then and Now Project

The Historic Preservation Commission approved petitions to create two new individual property local historic districts. The commission also elected its 2023 officers and finalized committee assignments.

• Approved creation of Local Ellsworth/17 S. 7th St. Historic District (unanimous)
• Approved creation of Local S. 9th Street Hill/1114 State St. Historic District (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 officers: President Sean Lutes, Vice President John Burns, Secretary Amy Paget (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Committee Assignments (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of December 19, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Redevelopment Commission

The Lafayette Redevelopment Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on its 2023 budget resolution, which appropriates funds for the fiscal year. The commission will also consider several professional service agreements, including for the Lafayette Police Department office relocation, a public safety center IT engagement, streetscape design, a survey, a trail extension, and parking garage renovations. The meeting includes election of officers, approval of minutes and claims, and public comment.

• Resolution LRC 2023-01: 2023 budget appropriation
• Hogan Transfer and Storage: Lafayette Police Dept. office relocation project
• IT Resource: Master Service Engagement for Public Safety Center
• TBIRD Design Services: Streetscape 2022 Supplemental Agreement No. 1
• CE Solutions, Inc.: 5th St and South Street parking garage renovations

The Commission approved the 2023 Budget Resolution and authorized several contracts for the Public Safety Center, streetscape improvements, and trail design. The board also approved January claims totaling over $8.9 million.

• Approved 2023 Budget Resolution (unanimous)
• Approved $16,419.00 contract with Hogan Transfer and Storage for Police Dept. office relocation (unanimous)
• Approved IT Resource contract at $180/hr (max 40 hours) for Public Safety Center networking (unanimous)
• Approved $7,900.00 supplemental agreement with TBIRD Design Services for Streetscape 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved $8,500.00 supplemental agreement with TBIRD Design Services for S 4th Street survey (unanimous)
• Approved $145,900.00 contract with VS Engineering, Inc for Wabash River Heritage Trail extension (unanimous)
• Approved $83,200.00 contract with CE Solutions, Inc for 5th St and South Street Parking Garage renovations (unanimous)
• Approved January claims in the amount of $8,917,324.42 (unanimous)

Tippecanoe Co. Local Environmental Finance Board

The Tippecanoe County Environmental Response Finance Board will meet to approve minutes from October 2023, elect officers, and authorize payment of claims. Notable claims include $60,633.75 to Keramida Environmental, Inc. and $8,909.91 to Waste Management. The meeting also includes reports and public comment.

• Approval of claims: Keramida Environmental, Inc. — $60,633.75 total (four invoices)
• Claim: Stuart & Branigin, LLP — $2,625.00
• Claim: Waste Management — $8,909.91
• Claim: City of Lafayette — $750.00
• Claim: Tippecanoe County — $250.00

The Board approved several payments for environmental consulting and site services. Members discussed efforts to delist a landfill site and proposed creating a Request for Proposals for solar energy re-use at the location.

• Approved minutes of October 25, 2022 meeting
• Retained David Byers as Board Chair and John Dennis as Secretary for 2023
• Approved four Keramida Environmental claims totaling $60,433.74
• Approved $2,625.00 claim for Stuart & Branigin
• Approved $8,909.91 claim for Waste Management
• Approved $750.00 claim for City of Lafayette
• Approved $250.00 claim for Tippecanoe County

Board of Works

The Lafayette Board of Public Works and Safety will consider several items, including a demolition permit for a garage, a subsidy agreement for a spay/neuter clinic, engineering contracts for stormwater and wastewater projects, and a contract for a commissary building. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and claims.

• Historic demolition permit for garage at 524 N. 7th Street
• Subsidy agreement with Lafayette Four Precious Paws Low Cost Spay & Neuter Clinic for rent
• Amendment #1 to Vinton Woods Stormwater Conveyance Improvements with Christopher Burke Engineering
• Task Order #5 for Wastewater Master Plan Update with Wessler Engineering
• Contract with Keystone Architecture for Commissary Building at Columbian Park

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved over $3.1 million in claims and authorized contracts for a zoo commissary building and wastewater planning. They also approved a rent subsidy for a low-cost spay and neuter clinic and upheld a waiting period for a historic demolition permit.

• Upheld 60-day waiting period for historic demolition permit at 524 N. 7th Street (Passed)
• Approved rent subsidy agreement for Four Precious Paws Low Cost Spay & Neuter Clinic (Passed)
• Approved $53,400 amendment for Vinton Woods Stormwater Conveyance Improvements (Passed)
• Approved Task Order #5 for Wastewater Master Plan Update not to exceed $50,000 (Passed)
• Approved $46,800 contract with Keystone Architecture for Columbian Park Commissary Building (Passed)
• Approved claims totaling $3,166,879.89 (Passed)
• Approved minutes from January 17, 2023 meeting (Passed)

Parking Commission

The Lafayette Parking Commission will meet to elect officers, approve prior minutes, and decide on new monthly pass options for city parking garages. The agenda also includes a parking operations report and the director's report, with public comment allowed.

• Election of officers for the commission
• Approval of October 17, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approval of monthly pass options for city parking garages

The Commission approved updated monthly parking rates for city garages to be implemented around April. These changes include rate increases for downtown residents, unreserved spaces, and reserved spaces, as well as the introduction of a dual garage parking rate.

• Approved monthly garage rate changes (unanimous)
• Approved slate of officers to continue in existing roles (unanimous)
• Approved October 17, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Human Relations Commission

The Lafayette Human Relations Commission met on January 19, 2023, to discuss fair housing initiatives and the implementation of a resolution declaring racism a public health crisis. The agenda included updates on the resolution of a complaint received in September 2022 and plans for the April 2023 DRT Summit. No specific dollar amounts or binding votes were listed in the provided text.

• Discussion of next steps following the resolution declaring racism as a public health crisis
• Review of Fair Housing Initiatives, including West Lafayette’s Initiative and the Regional Association of Realtors Fair Housing & DEI Committee
• Update on the resolution of a complaint received in September 2022
• Discussion of brochures regarding revisions, sites, and printing
• Planning for the DRT Summit in April 2023

The Commission approved the minutes from the October 20, 2022 meeting. Members discussed updates to informational brochures, fair housing initiatives, and outreach for Black History Month and Fair Housing Month.

• Approved October 20, 2022 meeting minutes
• Identified Susan Brouillette and Drew Smith as representatives for the resolution declaring racism as a public health crisis

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Lafayette Board of Zoning Appeals will elect officers, approve minutes, and consider six variance requests. These include requests to increase sign areas, reduce setbacks, and decrease lot area and width requirements for specific properties.

• Anchor Sign, Inc. seeks to increase sign area to 211.5 SF (allowed 115 SF) at 2432 Teal Rd.
• Seyed Amir Sadeghi requests side setback reduction to 5 ft (required 25 ft) at 2901 Teal Rd.
• Brian & Jennifer Ballard request multiple variances for lots at 1909 Greenbush St., including lot area, width, and front setback reductions.
• Charley Schalliol seeks to increase sign area to 440.06 SF (allowed 295 SF) at 100 S. Creasy Ln.
• Innovative Engineering & Consulting requests sign setback and area variances at 3211 Kossuth St.

The Board of Zoning Appeals granted several variances for sign dimensions and property setbacks. The board also approved lot and setback reductions for two properties to allow for duplex construction.

• Re-elected Jackson Bogan as President and Dave Williams as Vice President (unanimous)
• Continued Anchor Sign, Inc. variance request for 2432 Teal Rd to Feb 21, 2023
• Approved side setback reduction to 5' at 2901 Teal Rd (5-0)
• Approved lot area, width, and front setback variances for 1909 Greenbush St Lot 3 (5-0)
• Approved lot area, width, and front setback variances for 1909 Greenbush St Lot 4 (5-0)
• Approved sign area increase to 440.06 SF at 100 S. Greasy Ln (5-0)
• Approved freestanding sign setback reduction to 10.5' at 3211 Kossuth St (5-0)
• Approved freestanding sign area increase to 124.13 SF at 3211 Kossuth St (5-0)

Board of Works

The Lafayette Board of Public Works and Safety will review certificates of completion for two sidewalk projects, a change order for one, declare fire department equipment as surplus, approve claims, and hear an animal control appeal. The agenda also includes a banner request from the Boy Scouts and a routine list of permits.

• Certificate of Completion for N. 10th Street curb, sidewalk and ramp project
• Change Order #1 for Cason and 22nd Street curb and sidewalk improvements
• Certificate of Completion for Cason and 22nd Street curb and sidewalk improvements
• Declaration of surplus property from the Fire Department
• Animal Control Appeal Hearing for Yazmin Garcia

The Board of Public Works and Safety denied an appeal to return a dog named Lennox after it attacked and killed another dog. The Board also approved several infrastructure project completions, a contract deduction, and city claims.

• Denied appeal to return dog 'Lennox' after it was determined to be a dangerous animal
• Approved Certificate of Completion for N. 10th Street Curb, Sidewalk and Ramp Project
• Approved Change Order #1 for Cason and 22nd Street project, deducting $1,362.00
• Approved Certificate of Completion for Cason and 22nd Street Curb and Sidewalk Improvements Project
• Approved Declaration of Surplus Property for Fire Department equipment
• Approved claims in the amount of $4,011,019.82
• Approved Boy Scouts of America banner request for Columbia Street (March 14-28, 2023)
• Approved minutes from January 10, 2023 meeting

Police Merit Board

This meeting is largely procedural, covering approval of prior minutes and a department report. No major decisions or public hearings are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from December 14 Executive Session
• Approval of minutes from December 14 Regular Session
• Report from Department
• Discussion of possible February 8 executive session

Traffic Commission

The Lafayette Traffic Commission is meeting to elect officers, approve prior minutes, and discuss old business on speeding and school zone safety with no updates. New business is a proposed speed limit change on eastbound Sagamore Parkway between the Wabash River and Duncan Road.

• Speed limit discussion: eastbound Sagamore Parkway between Wabash River and Duncan Road
• Speeding locations under review: 30th Street, Creasy Lane, Bennett Rd
• School zone safety: 18th Street and Cason Street (Murdock Elementary, Sunnyside Intermediate)
• School zone safety: Earl Avenue and 22nd Street (Jeff High, Tecumseh Middle)

The Commission approved lowering the speed limit from 55 to 45 mph on the Lafayette side of eastbound Sagamore Parkway. The decision follows a proposal to include visual cues such as signage, 8-inch curbs, and tree planting. Officers for the Commission were also elected.

• Approved lowering speed limit from 55 to 45 on eastbound Sagamore Parkway (Lafayette side)
• Approved Keth Sapp to retain current office
• Approved Heather Maddox as second in command
• Approved minutes of the December 6, 2022 meeting

Board of Works

The Lafayette Board of Public Works and Safety will consider awarding a contract for 2023 downtown waste removal, approve several other contracts and permissions, and handle routine items like claims and permits. The meeting includes the election of officers and approval of prior minutes.

• Recommendation for award and contract for 2023 Downtown Waste Removal
• Permission to advertise and participate for purchase of water treatment chemicals (sodium hypochlorite, etc.)
• Declaration of surplus property by Engineering Department
• Contract with Christopher Burke Engineering for plan review services for 2023
• Contract with Alt & Witzig Engineering for McCaw Park Improvements

The Board of Public Works and Safety awarded a downtown waste removal contract to Trash Kans, LLC and approved over $14.9 million in claims. The Board also authorized engineering contracts for plan reviews and park improvements.

• Approved 2023 Downtown Waste Removal contract with Trash Kans, LLC for an estimated $41,580.00
• Approved $14,977,272.45 in claims
• Approved contract with Alt & Witzig Engineering for McCaw Park Improvements Project for $4,400.00
• Approved contract with Christopher Burke Engineering for 2023 Plan Review Service
• Approved substantial completion for Murdock Park Booster Station Project with Wessler Engineering
• Approved taxi cab permits for Lester Chaney, Patrick Refroe, Marvin Sparger, and Scott Sheidler
• Approved permission to advertise for various water treatment chemicals
• Declared a Hewlett-Packard ProBook 650 G1 as surplus property

Parks Board

This is a procedural meeting with no major decisions or public hearings on the agenda. The board will elect officers, approve the previous meeting's minutes and claims, and hear the superintendent's report.

• Election of officers
• Approval of December 12, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approval of claims
• Superintendent's report

The Board elected its leadership for the year and approved the minutes from the December 12, 2022 meeting. Members approved a total of $484,396.55 in claims across the General, Non-Reverting, and Bond funds.

• Elected Matt Metzger as President (unanimous)
• Elected David Mecklenburg as Vice-President (unanimous)
• Elected Maurie Denney as Secretary (unanimous)
• Elected Jenny Spencer as Recording Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved December 12, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $19,675.65 in General Fund Claims (unanimous)
• Approved $1,011.52 in Non-Reverting Fund Claims (unanimous)
• Approved $463,709.38 in Bond Fund claims (unanimous)

City Council

The Lafayette Common Council will hold its regular session on January 9, 2023, with several ordinances up for second reading, including establishing opioid settlement funds, amending police and fire salaries, and amending historic district boundaries. First readings will cover salary adjustments for appointed officers and an additional appropriation from opioid settlement funds. Resolutions to approve the 2023 water and wastewater budgets and the Greater Lafayette Climate Action Plan are also on the agenda.

• Ordinance 2022-45: Establish Opioid Settlement Unrestricted Fund #2256
• Ordinance 2022-46: Establish Opioid Settlement Restricted Fund #2257
• Ordinance 2022-47: Amend 2023 salaries for police and fire (POLE) members
• Ordinance 2022-48/49: Amend Perrin North and Perrin/Cason Street Historic Districts
• Resolution 2023-02: Approve Greater Lafayette Climate Action Plan

The Common Council established restricted and unrestricted opioid settlement funds and approved 2023 salaries for police and fire personnel. The council also passed a new ordinance regarding trees and shrubs and approved the Greater Lafayette Climate Action Plan.

• Elected Councilmember Ahlersmeyer as President and Councilmember Snyder as President Pro-Tem (Unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2022-45 establishing Opioid Settlement Unrestricted Fund #2256 (8-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2022-46 establishing Opioid Settlement Restricted Fund #2257 (8-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2022-47 fixing 2023 salaries for police and fire sworn members (8-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2022-48 and 2022-49 amending the Local Perrin North and Perrin/Cason Street Historic Districts (8-0)
• Passed amended Ordinance 2022-51 to repeal and replace Chapter 8.06-Trees and Shrubs (8-0)
• Passed Resolution 2023-01 approving 2023 Water and Renew Department Budgets (8-0)
• Passed Resolution 2023-02 approving Greater Lafayette Climate Action Plan (8-0)