Long Beach public meetings in 2025

Town Council

The Town Council will conduct a public hearing and second reading for an ordinance to amend water rates and charges. The body will also consider engineering services for Lake Shore Drive and year-end budget fund transfers.

• Public Hearing and 2nd Reading: Ordinance #2025-09 to amend Water Rates & Charges
• Haas & Assoc. proposal for Lake Shore Drive Improvements civil engineering services
• Police Dept. request for 2026 ATV purchase using $4,000 LB Civic Association donation and 2011 Yamaha trade-in
• Sale of road salt to Town of Michiana Shores at $450.00 per load
• Audit invoice payments: $40,327.75 for Town and $27,316.96 for Water Utility

The council approved a $105,500 contract with Haas & Associates for civil engineering services on the Lake Shore Drive Improvement Project. It also adopted the water‑rate amendment, purchased a police ATV, and approved several financial items including a professional services agreement, road‑salt pricing with Michiana Shores, year‑end fund transfers, and audit invoices. All motions were passed with unanimous or recorded votes.

• Approved $105,500 civil engineering services for Lake Shore Drive Improvement (motion by JS, seconded by CWL, approved)
• Approved amendment to water rates and charges (Ordinance #2025-09) on second reading (motion by JS, seconded by CWL, approved)
• Approved purchase of police ATV for $9,297.69 (net $5,297.69 after donation) (motion by JS, seconded by CWL, approved)
• Approved 2026 Professional Services Agreement with The Corydon Group (motion by JS, seconded by KB, approved 4-0)
• Approved $450 per load charge for road salt to Michiana Shores and to prepare an MOU (motion by JS, seconded by KB, approved 4-0)
• Approved Resolution #2025-0017 for year‑end fund transfers within the 2025 budget (motion by JS, seconded by KB, approved 4-0)
• Approved payment of audit invoices: Town $40,327.75 and Water Department $27,316.96 (motion by JS, seconded by CWL, approved 4-0)
• Approved amendment to salary and wages ordinance (Ordinance #2025-013) on first and second readings (motion by JS, seconded by CWL, approved 4-0)

Fire Commission

The Long Beach Fire Commission is meeting to discuss the arrival of the E-1 replacement and the ordering of an E-2 replacement for 2026. The body will also review the commissioning of Engine One and updates to the Public Safety Building.

• E-1 Replacement arrival
• E-2 Replacement ordering for 2026
• Financing for fire trucks
• Purchases for Engine One: hose, decals/striping, and radio installation
• New vent fan for Public Safety Building gear storage area

Police Commission & Police Advisory Board

The Police Commission voted to recommend the Town Council install three license plate reader cameras at entry points to Long Beach. The commission also discussed the purchase of a new police boat using FEMA grant funds and approved the replacement of five portable radios.

• Commission recommends LPR cameras at Chasleton Drive, Moore Road, and Lakeshore Drive
• Police boat replacement funded by $227,281.20 FEMA Port Security grant
• Commission approves purchase of five new N70 Motorola portable radios for $33,362.85
• Police department awarded $500 donation to Michigan City Salvation Army Food Pantry
• Town to order new 30-foot police boat from FLUID in January 2026

The commission approved a motion, 3‑0, to recommend installing three license‑plate reader cameras at Chasleton Drive, Moore Road south of Mt. Claire, and Moore Road at Lakeshore Drive. The recommendation will be forwarded to the Town Council for consideration. The minutes also record that the Town Council approved the purchase of five new N70 Motorola radios for a total price of $33,362.85. No other substantive decisions were made at this meeting.

• Recommend installation of three LPR cameras (motion passed 3‑0)
• Town Council approved purchase of five N70 Motorola radios for $33,362.85

Building Commission

The Long Beach Building Commission will discuss several permit applications, including a guest house and accessory building on Grand Mere Way and a new patio at Glendale Way. They will also set a workshop date for fence ordinance guidelines affecting front lot definitions and non‑conforming lot subdivisions. Additional items include a review of MS4 requirements, a coastal resiliency meeting with DNR, and updates on floodplain webinars.

• Permit #319 – Grand Mere Way: guest house and accessory building with indoor basketball court
• Permit #330 – 2526 Glendale Way: new paver patio and fire pit
• Permit #108 – 3007 Northmoore: new deck encroaching setback by 10 feet
• Fence ordinance guidelines – set workshop date for front‑lot and non‑conforming lot rules
• MS4 requirements – no report presented

The commission approved the November meeting minutes (7‑0 vote). A pending permit for Grand Mere Way was tabled until next month (6‑0 vote). Permit applications for 2526 Glendale Way and 1701 Storey Ave were denied (each 6‑0 vote). The next meeting was set for January 9, 2026 (6‑0 vote).

• Approved November meeting minutes (7‑0)
• Tabled Grand Mere Way permit pending SWPPP review (6‑0)
• Denied Permit #330 at 2526 Glendale Way (6‑0)
• Denied Permit #357 at 1701 Storey Ave (6‑0)
• Scheduled next meeting for Jan 9 2026 (6‑0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Long Beach Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a preliminary hearing on the appeal by Neil and Joan Doyle of the Building Commission’s November 14, 2025 decision to revoke their building permit issued on July 15, 2025 for the property at 1616 Lake Shore Drive. The hearing is set to open at this meeting. The rest of the agenda consists of standard procedural items such as approval of minutes and old/new business.

• Preliminary hearing on appeal of revoked building permit for 1616 Lake Shore Drive (decision dated Nov 14, 2025; original permit July 15, 2025)
• Approval of minutes – October 8, 2025

The board approved the October 8, 2025 meeting minutes. It voted to allow the petitioner to amend the appeal petition, provided requirements are met. It also moved the January 2026 meeting date from January 14 to January 21, beginning at 7 p.m.

• Approved October 8, 2025 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Permitted petitioner to amend petition (all in favor)
• Moved January 2026 meeting to Jan 21, 2026 at 7 p.m. (all in favor)

Town Council

The Town Council will conduct public hearings and second readings for ordinances regarding 2026 salaries and water rate amendments. The body is also reviewing 2026 insurance renewals and a proposal for a new Ford F550 truck with a plow package.

• Public Hearing: Ordinance #2025-08 (2026 Salary and Wages) and Ordinance #2025-09 (Water Rates & Charges)
• Resolution #2025-0016: Extending temporary moratorium for building permits in the Local Business zoning district
• Resolution #2025-0015: Adopting Automated License Plate Readers Policy
• Request to purchase 2026 Ford F550 Truck w/Plow Pkg from Lindco Equipment Sales
• Approval of Haas & Associates invoices totaling $16,248.35

Council approved the town’s 2026 insurance renewal with Highstreet Insurance, including a 6% premium increase of about $6,900.38. The council also approved the purchase of a 2026 Ford F‑550 truck with a plow package for Public Works and adopted several ordinances and resolutions, including an amendment to internal control standards and a second‑reading approval of additional appropriations. All motions passed unanimously or 4‑0. The year‑end council meeting was set for December 29 at 10 AM.

• Approved 2026 property, casualty, liability, workers’ comp, drone and cyber insurance renewal (4‑0)
• Approved purchase of 2026 Ford F‑550 truck with plow package for Public Works (4‑0)
• Approved BC/BS health insurance plan #E‑HAS907B for employees (4‑0)
• Approved Resolution #2025‑0013 amending internal control standards (4‑0)
• Approved Ordinance #2025‑010 Additional Appropriations (2nd reading) (4‑0)
• Approved Ordinance #2025‑009 Water Rates amendment (public hearing continued) (4‑0)
• Approved payment of three invoices totaling $16,149.35 (unanimous)
• Set year‑end council meeting for December 29 at 10 AM (unanimous)

Tree Board

The Tree Board will vote on the updated “Removal or Trimming of Trees on LB Town Property” form. Members will discuss the Fall 2025 Tree Trimming and Removal List for town and park property. The board notes that five intersections have been cleared for sightlines and that a new agenda format with mandatory minutes is now in place. Contributions to the Fall 2025 newsletter must be submitted by December 10, 2025.

• Motion to adopt updated tree removal/trimming request form (motion by Ellyn Lynch, second by Janice Brown)
• Review and discussion of Fall 2025 Tree Trimming and Removal List for town and park property
• Confirmation that the Streets Department cleared five listed intersections for sightlines
• Adoption of new agenda format and mandatory meeting minutes
• Deadline for Fall 2025 newsletter article submissions by Dec 10, 2025

The Board approved the September quarterly meeting minutes with a unanimous 4‑0 vote. They also approved an updated form for requesting removal or trimming of trees on town property, again by a 4‑0 vote. No other actions were voted on.

• Approved September quarterly meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved updated tree‑removal request form (4-0)

Advisory Plan Commission

The Long Beach Advisory Plan Commission will approve the minutes from the November 3, 2025 meeting. It will review the final survey questions for the Comprehensive Plan update. The commission will consider how to disseminate the survey to the public. No public hearing is scheduled for this meeting.

• Approve minutes from the November 3, 2025 meeting
• Review final survey questions for the Comprehensive Plan update
• Decide on dissemination methods for the survey

The commission approved the minutes from the November 3, 2025 meeting. It formally adopted the comprehensive‑plan update survey questions. It cancelled the scheduled December 15, 2025 meeting and set the next meeting for January 17, 2026. No public hearing or comments were held.

• Approved minutes of the November 3, 2025 meeting (motion carried)
• Adopted comprehensive‑plan update survey questions (motion carried)
• Cancelled the December 15, 2025 meeting; next meeting set for January 17, 2026 (motion carried)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Board will review updates on the Beach Garden Club and Activities Coordinator. Members will discuss the status of projects at Stop 29, Stop 22, and Stop 24, as well as tennis and pickleball court developments.

• Tennis court/pickleball court project update
• Stop 29 project status
• Stop 22 stairs
• Stop 24 Pizzo status
• Beach Garden Club and Activities Coordinator updates

The Parks & Recreation Board approved the minutes from the October 28 meeting by unanimous vote. No other formal actions were taken. The board then adjourned the meeting unanimously.

• Approved October 28 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Building Commission

The Building Commission is reviewing several residential building permits and discussing coastal erosion data for a US Army Corps of Engineers study. The body is also addressing fence ordinance guidelines and a Purdue Capstone Project design.

• October report: 39 permits with construction costs of $1,613,820 and fees of $11,583.69
• Permit #319: Guest house and 108’10” x 68’ accessory building with indoor basketball court on Grand Mere Way
• Permit #327: Demolition of house and driveway and construction of addition and pool at 2819 LSD
• Permit #326: Removal and replacement of RR tie wall at 1805 LSD
• Discussion of fence ordinance guidelines regarding front lot definitions in business districts

The commission approved the minutes from the October 10 meeting. It denied permit #172 for a shed, revoked permit #7 for a house foundation, approved several permits including a roof‑solar project, a deck replacement, a mudroom enclosure, and an interior rehab, and tabled a large guest‑house project pending further review. All votes were unanimous with seven members voting yea.

• Approved October 10 minutes (Yay 7)
• Denied Permit #172 – 2311 Florimond shed (Yay 7)
• Revoked Permit #7 – 1616 Lakeshore Drive (Yay 7)
• Approved Permit #267 – roof solar project (Yay 7)
• Approved Permit #274 – deck replacement at 2727 LSD (Yay 7)
• Approved Permit #298 – mudroom enclosure at 2320 LSD (Yay 7)
• Approved Permit #320 – interior rehab at 2911 Roslyn Tail (Yay 7)
• Tabled Permit #319 – Grand Mere Way guest house project (Yay 7)

Town Council

The Long Beach Town Council will consider approving building permits, legal and accounting expenses, and surplus vehicle bids. The meeting includes reports from various town committees and the introduction of ordinances regarding internal controls, capital assets, and water rates.

• Building permits: 39 permits totaling $1,613,820.00
• Legal expenses: $6,410.92 paid to Braje Nelson & Janes
• Surplus vehicles: 2000 Boston Whaler and 2014 Ford F-250 to be bid out
• Ordinance 2025-08: 1st reading for water rates
• Resolution 2025-0013: Internal control standards and materiality threshold

The council amended the agenda to include a consent agenda and then approved the consent agenda and meeting minutes unanimously. It authorized the park board to move forward with the boardwalk replacement project pending proper proposals, appointed Ryan McIntosh to the Budget & Finance Committee, and approved several procurement contracts including a boat, a truck, and civil engineering services. First readings of salary‑and‑wages and water‑rate ordinances were also passed.

• Amended agenda to include consent agenda (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda and minutes (4-0)
• Approved park board boardwalk project, pending attorney review (4-0)
• Appointed Ryan McIntosh to Budget & Finance Committee (4-0)
• Accepted highest bid for Boston Whaler boat $7,000 (4-0)
• Accepted highest bid for Ford F-250 truck $10,685 (3-0)
• Approved Haas & Associates civil engineering services contract $79,900 (4-0)
• Passed first reading of Ordinance #2025-07 on salary and wages (4-0)

Budget & Finance Committee

The Long Beach Budget & Finance Committee will review the town’s monthly financial statements and capital plan. Unfinished business includes a possible $500,000 engineering fee for the LSD Sewer Project, an update on the capital assets inventory, and a water rate study update. New business items include a 2026 salary ordinance, the town’s Bank of New York accounts, and a purchase of an F‑550 snowplow for the Street Department.

• Possible engineering fee expense of approx. $500,000 for LSD Sewer Project
• Capital assets review – inventory and reporting update
• Water rate study update
• 2026 Salary Ordinance
• Purchase of an F‑550 snowplow for the Street Department

Advisory Plan Commission

The Long Beach Advisory Plan Commission will meet to approve minutes from the September 15, 2025 meeting and discuss the Comprehensive Plan Update. No new business or public hearings are scheduled.

• Approval of September 15, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Comprehensive Plan Update
• Next meeting scheduled for November 17, 2025

The Advisory Plan Commission approved the minutes of the September 15, 2025 meeting after a motion by Tom Vujovich, seconded by Seth McCormick. The motion carried. The meeting was then adjourned following a motion by Anita Remijas, seconded by Matthew Karstrand. No other decisions were made.

• Approved September 15 minutes (motion by Tom Vujovich, seconded by Seth McCormick, carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Anita Remijas, seconded by Matthew Karstrand)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Long Beach Parks & Recreation Board will review updates on the tennis and pickleball court project, ongoing garden club and activities coordinator reports, and landscaping upkeep. It will also receive status reports on several park improvement items, including the Stop 29 quote, Stop 19 matting and grading, Stop 22 stairs, and Stop 24 Pizzo quote. No formal decisions are indicated; the agenda focuses on discussion and updates.

• Tennis court/pickleball court project
• Stop 29 project: quote status
• Stop 19 matting and grading
• Stop 22 stairs
• Stop 24 Pizzo quote

The board approved the minutes from the September meeting unanimously. It approved the draft request for information for the tennis and park project and accepted a quote to remove invasive species at Stop 24. The board also approved replacing three picnic tables with coated metal tables, selected a contractor to replace the boardwalk at Stop 29, and agreed to consider purchasing beach mats for Stop 19 in the 2026 budget.

• Approved September meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved RFI draft for tennis/PB project (no vote recorded)
• Approved replacement of three picnic tables with coated metal tables (no vote recorded)
• Accepted quote from Pizzo for invasive species removal at Stop 24 (no vote recorded)
• Selected contractor for Stop 29 boardwalk replacement (no vote recorded)
• Will consider purchase of beach mats for Stop 19 in 2026 budget (no vote recorded)
• Obtaining quotes to replace landing and stairs at Stop 22 (no vote recorded)
• Approved adjournment (unanimous)

Town Council

The Executive Council met in executive session to discuss strategy regarding pending litigation. No other subject matter was discussed, and no votes were taken or decisions made.

• Discussion of strategy for pending litigation

The Long Beach Town Council met in executive session on Oct. 17, 2025, with members Joy Schmitt, Kendra Bartlett, Colleen Lane, Cindy Levy, Anita Remijas, Chief Mark Swistek, Clerk‑Treasurer Meg Collins, and Attorney Chris Willoughby. The discussion focused on strategy for pending litigation as noted in the public notice. No votes were taken and no actions were decided.

Town Council

The Long Beach Town Council will consider several items, including the second reading and adoption of the 2026 budget ordinance, resolutions on opioid settlement funds and a grant for a police vessel, and a water‑rate study workshop. The council will also discuss permission to solicit sealed bids for a used police boat and a street‑department truck, a $30,000 amendment for the Lake Shore Drive design project, and a proposed 5% rent increase for the community center.

• Ordinance #2025-07: 2026 Budget – 2nd Reading and Adoption
• Resolution #2025-0012: Accepting grant funding and authorizing purchase of a police vessel
• Permission to solicit sealed bids for a 2000 Boston Whaler 19’ boat (Police Dept) and a 2014 Ford F‑250 Super Duty truck with plow package (Street Dept)
• Lake Shore Drive Conceptual Design Services Agreement Amendment No 1 – not to exceed $30,000
• Community Center 2026 rental increase proposal – 5% increase to tenants’ monthly rent

The Town Council adopted the 2026 budget and transferred misapplied opioid settlement revenues (5‑0). It approved a grant‑matched purchase of a new police boat for $227,281.20 (3‑2) and increased the monthly leaf‑collection fee from $10 to $15 starting January 2026 (unanimous). Additional actions included a 5% rent increase for Community Center tenants and several payments and contracts for public‑works projects.

• Approved 2026 Budget (full approval)
• Approved Resolution #2025-0011 transferring opioid settlement funds (5-0)
• Approved Resolution #2025-0012 police vessel purchase $227,281.20 (3-2)
• Approved leaf collection fee increase to $15/month (unanimous)
• Approved 5% rent increase for Community Center tenants (unanimous)
• Approved payment of invoice #2024374-03 $8,669.35 for Lake Shore Drive paving (5-0)
• Approved services agreement amendment for Lake Shore Drive design up to $30,000 (5-0)
• Approved change order credit $81,238.66 for CCMG project (5-0)

Building Commission

The Building Commission will discuss various permit applications for home construction, decks, and driveways. The body is also reviewing a portable toilet ordinance and guidelines for fence definitions in business districts.

• August report: 35 permits with construction costs of $972,924.00 and $11,580.50 in fees
• Review of Portable Toilet Ordinance
• Permit #167 (2028 Silvertip): Demo existing and build new home
• Permit #296 (3007 Northmoore): Widen driveway from 10' to 18'
• Permit #257 (2520 Shorewood): Proposed 38 x 19 greenhouse in front yard

The commission approved the minutes from the September meeting. It voted to send the Portable Toilet Ordinance to the Town Council. It also approved several building permits, some with conditions for updated plans. All votes were recorded as unanimous or near‑unanimous approvals.

• Approved September meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved Portable Toilet Ordinance to be sent to Town Council (6-0)
• Approved Permit #167 – 2028 Silvertip (6-0)
• Approved Permit #240 – 2701 LSD (6-0)
• Approved Permit #250 – 2510 Glendale, subject to updated site plan (6-0)
• Approved Permit #279 – 3018 Northmoor, subject to updated site plan (5-0)
• Approved Permit #284 – 1806 LSD (5-0)
• Approved Permit #291 – 2131 Avondale (5-0)

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will meet to review the HR manual and associated forms. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• HR Manuel Review
• Review of Mentioned Forms

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on two variance petitions. One petition from Paul and Denise Fithian at 3013 Loma Portal Way seeks a use variance to store a 25‑foot boat in the side yard. The second petition from Yellow Bear Farms LLC at 2520 Shorewood Drive seeks a variance to construct a greenhouse on the west side of the property. Both hearings were previously opened in a preliminary session on August 13, 2025, after a September meeting was cancelled.

• Paul and Denise Fithian – variance request to store a 25’ boat at 3013 Loma Portal Way
• Yellow Bear Farms LLC – variance request to build a greenhouse at 2520 Shorewood Drive

The board approved the August 13, 2025 meeting minutes. It denied the Fithian petition for a boat‑storage variance after a 3‑1 vote. It granted Yellow Bear Farms LLC a variance to construct a greenhouse with unanimous support. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved August 13, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Denied boat‑storage variance petition for Paul & Denise Fithian (3‑1)
• Granted greenhouse variance petition for Yellow Bear Farms LLC (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Town Council

The Long Beach Town Council will discuss financing for a 2025 E-One Typhoon Stainless Steel Pumper fire truck. No other business is listed on the agenda. The meeting also includes standard items such as the pledge of allegiance, roll call, opening remarks, and limited public comments.

• Financing for a 2025 E-One Typhoon Stainless Steel Pumper fire truck

The council approved a US Bancorp loan at 4.32% to fund the purchase of a 2025 E-One Typhoon stainless steel fire pumper. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous vote.

• Approved US Bancorp loan at 4.32% for fire truck financing (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Long Beach Parks & Recreation Board will discuss updates from the Beach Garden Club and Activities Coordinator, review the tennis court/pickleball court project, and consider several park improvement items. Old business includes the quote status for the Stop 29 project and a debrief on public meetings about a community park. New business covers Melrose Park tetherball, Stop 16 landscaping, Stop 19 matting and grading, and a landscaping quote for Stop 24.

• Tennis court/pickleball court project
• Stop 29 project: quote status
• Melrose Park tetherball
• Stop 16 landscaping
• Stop 19 matting and grading

The Parks & Recreation Board unanimously approved the minutes from the August meeting. The board also approved the purchase of coated metal picnic tables from Park Warehouse for $5,883.04. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous motion.

• Approved August meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of coated metal picnic tables for $5,883.04 (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (unanimous)

Public Works & Safety Committee

The Public Works & Safety Committee will hear reports from the Street and Water Departments, including updates on leaf collection fees, paving projects, and infrastructure repairs. Topics include a recommendation to raise the monthly leaf collection fee in 2026 and a proposed water rate increase for 2026. The agenda notes a new F-250 truck purchase approved by the Town Council and ongoing capital projects such as valve replacement. No formal decisions are listed; the meeting is primarily for departmental updates and public comments.

• Recommendation to increase monthly leaf collection fee in 2026
• Lakeshore Drive Paving Project – initial stage with roadway boring samples
• 2026 Capital Project – Valve Replacement
• 2026 Water Rate increase
• New F-250 truck purchase approved by Town Council

The committee approved the July 2025 meeting minutes. Members voted to recommend that the Town Council increase leaf collection fees. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved July 2025 minutes (all in favor)
• Approved recommendation to increase leaf collection fees (all in favor)
• Approved motion to adjourn (all in favor)

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will meet on September 15, 2025 at 2400 Oriole Trail. The agenda includes a call to order, a review of recommended changes to the town’s HR handbook from the labor attorney, and adjournment. No other items or decisions are listed.

• Review of recommended changes to the HR Handbook from the Labor Attorney

Advisory Plan Commission

The Long Beach Advisory Plan Commission will approve the minutes from its August 18, 2025 meeting and discuss an update to the town's Comprehensive Plan. No new business or public hearing is scheduled. The commission will close with a notice of the next meeting on October 20, 2025.

• Approval of minutes from August 18, 2025 meeting
• Discussion of Comprehensive Plan Update (old business)
• No new business items
• No public hearing scheduled
• Next meeting set for October 20, 2025

The commission approved the minutes from the August 18, 2025 meeting. Members reviewed the proposed Comprehensive Plan Update survey questions and Anita Remijas will ask McKenna to send representatives to the October 20, 2025 meeting. No new business, public hearing, or public comments were presented. The meeting was adjourned.

• Approved August 18, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Anita Remijas will request McKenna representatives attend Oct 20, 2025 meeting
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Building Commission

The Long Beach Building Commission will review and decide on several permit applications, including a screened porch, a master bedroom addition, and a patio replacement. Commissioners will also discuss sign variances for the Stop 31 signs and revisions to fence ordinance guidelines and front‑lot definitions. Additional items include floodplain research updates and a coastal resiliency meeting notice.

• Permit #236 – 1605 Indianapolis screened porch (approvable as presented)
• Permit #237 – 1603 Hidden Hills master bedroom addition (county signed off, meets ordinances)
• Stop 31 signs – all signs except the main sign will require a variance
• Fence ordinance guidelines – discussion of front‑lot definition and setbacks
• Permit 195 – 1528 LSD patio removal and paver replacement (reducing coverage)

The commission approved the minutes from the August meeting. It then approved several building permits—including the Oriole Trail, screened porch, bedroom addition, and interior rehab permits—as well as an enforcement action on Stop 31 signs. The next meeting was set for October 10, 2025.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Oriole Trail permits #97 & #239 (5-0)
• Approved Indianapolis Permit #236 screened porch (5-0)
• Approved Hidden Hills Permit #237 master bedroom addition (5-0)
• Approved Ridge Road Permit #251 interior rehab (5-0)
• Approved enforcement action on Stop 31 signs (5-0)
• Approved 2506 LSD septic investigation permit (5-0)
• Scheduled next meeting for Oct 10 2025 (5-0)

Town Council

The Long Beach Town Council meets to discuss committee reports, approve minutes, and review new business items such as the 2026 budget ordinance, Flock Safety license plate reader cameras, and various contracts. The meeting includes a public hearing on the budget and updates on sewer, water, and infrastructure projects.

• Ordinance #2025-07: 2026 Budget – 1st Reading and Public Hearing
• Proposal from Flock Safety LPR Cameras – 4 cameras/$12,000 annually
• Resolution #2025-0010: Approving Transfer of Misapplied OPIOID Settlement Revenues
• Haas & Associates recommendation for Pay Application #4 to Rieth-Riley Construction Co., Inc. $64,423.85
• Water Dept. New Truck Request – 2026 F-250 (3 quotes for review)

The council approved Resolution #2025-008, changing health insurance benefits for retired public safety employees, with a 5‑0 vote. Ordinances updating parking rules (2025‑05) and additional appropriations (2025‑06) were also adopted unanimously. Several contracts and payments were authorized, including a $737,916.89 pay recommendation for the CCMG Street Improvement Project, invoices totaling $42,199.56, an $11,100 ADA walkway project, and a lease for LightBody Studio. The council extended a temporary moratorium on building permits in the LB zoning district and approved claims and payroll totaling $1,053,114.59.

• Approved Resolution #2025-008 amending health insurance benefits for retired public safety employees (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance #2025-05 updating parking regulations (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance #2025-06 Additional Appropriations (5-0)
• Approved ADA walkway project at Community Center ($11,100) (5-0)
• Approved lease for LightBody Studio in Community Center room #3 ($550/month) (5-0)
• Approved Resolution #2025-009 extending temporary moratorium for building permits in LB zoning district (5-0)
• Approved payment of invoice #14 to Haas & Associates ($16,975.36) (5-0)
• Approved claims and payroll totaling $1,053,114.59 (5-0)

Tree Board

The Long Beach Tree Board will meet to approve minutes from its June meeting, discuss updates to the town’s tree-trimming lists, and vote on a revised application and permit form for removing trees on town property. Members will also review agenda formatting changes and plan contributions to the Fall 2025 newsletter.

• Vote on updated 'Request for Removal or Trimming of Trees on LB Town Property' form
• Discuss and approve minutes from June 2025 quarterly meeting
• Review and finalize 2025 Fall Tree Trimming and Removal List
• Update Tree Board application process for tree removal on town property (Section 99.17)
• Plan Fall 2025 newsletter contributions by September 21, 2025

The board approved an updated form for requesting removal or trimming of trees on town property, with a motion by Ellyn, seconded by Janice, and a vote of five yeas. The board also adopted a new agenda format to serve as the outline for meeting minutes. Topics for the Fall newsletter were decided, with articles contributed by Ellyn Lynch and Janice Brown, and a new list of streets and intersections needing clear sightlines was created and given to Chief Swistek.

• Approved updated tree removal/trimming request form (5 yeas)
• Adopted new agenda format for meeting minutes
• Approved newsletter topics and articles (bagworms/webworms, pruning advice)
• Started new list of streets & intersections needing clear sightlines; list given to Chief Swistek

Budget & Finance Committee

The Budget & Finance Committee will review monthly financial statements and the capital plan. The body will discuss the 2026 budget and a potential engineering fee for the LSD Sewer Project. A water rate study and capital assets review are also on the agenda.

• LSD Sewer Project possible engineering fee of approximately $500,000
• 2026 Budget discussion
• Water Rate Study
• Capital Assets Review inventory and reporting update

Parks & Recreation Board

The Long Beach Parks and Recreation Board will approve minutes from the July 29 meeting and discuss ongoing projects including a tennis court/pickleball court, landscaping at various stops, and the Stop 29 project quote status. The board will also consider public meetings regarding the community park and specific items like tetherball at Melrose Park.

• Approval of July 29, 2025 minutes
• Tennis court/pickleball court project
• Stop 29 project quote status
• Public meetings about the community park
• Stop 16 and Stop 19 landscaping and matting

The minutes consist only of a link to the Zoom recording of the August 26, 2025 meeting. No actions, approvals, denials, or votes were documented. Therefore, no decisions were made or recorded during this session.

Stormwater Advisory Board

The Stormwater Advisory Board will meet to review fund projections and current stormwater ordinances. The board will discuss proposed projects and review specific invoices.

• Proposed paving of Lake Shore Drive
• Review of Stop 17-18 Stormwater Project Close Out invoices
• Review of current stormwater ordinances
• Review of fund projections

The Stormwater Advisory Board approved the July 28, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved the $70,000 payment to Rieth Riley and the $225,264.86 payment to Woodruff & Sons Inc. for previously council‑approved stormwater work. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved July 28, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $70,000 payment to Rieth Riley (unanimous)
• Approved $225,264.86 payment to Woodruff & Sons Inc. (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Advisory Plan Commission

The Advisory Plan Commission will meet to address old business regarding the Comprehensive Plan Update. No new business or public hearings are scheduled for this meeting.

• Comprehensive Plan Update

The Advisory Plan Commission approved the minutes from the June 16, 2025 meeting. Members reviewed the Comprehensive Plan Update survey and Anita Remijas will forward comments to McKenna for further revision. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved June 16, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Forwarded comments to McKenna for Comprehensive Plan survey revision
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will conduct preliminary hearings for two property owners seeking variances from town standards. These requests involve the storage of a boat and the construction of a greenhouse.

• Preliminary hearing for Paul and Denise Fithian (3013 Loma Portal Way) to store a 25’ boat in the side yard
• Preliminary hearing for Yellow Bear Farms LLC (2520 Shorewood Drive) to construct a greenhouse on the west side of the property

The Board of Zoning Appeals held a Zoom meeting on August 13, 2025. The minutes contain only a link to the recording and do not record any substantive decisions, approvals, or denials. Consequently, no actions were approved, denied, or tabled during this session.

Town Council

The Town Council will consider payments for construction projects and community center renovations, approve checks totaling nearly $1 million, and discuss a proposed ordinance for license plate reader cameras.

• Resolution #2025-008: Amending Health Insurance Benefits for Retired Public Safety Employees
• Ordinance #2025-05: Amending Parking Regulations and Restrictions (1st Reading)
• Ordinance #2025-06: Additional Appropriations (2nd Reading)
• Proposal from Flock Safety: 4 License Plate Reader Cameras for $12,000 annually
• Haas & Assoc. payment recommendation: $737,916.89 for St. Improvement Project

The Town Council approved a resolution changing health insurance benefits for retired public safety employees. It also adopted two ordinances on parking rules and additional appropriations, and approved a $737,916.89 street‑improvement payment. Additional actions included an ADA walkway project, a community‑center lease, a building‑permit moratorium, and town claim payments.

• Approved Resolution #2025-008 amending health insurance benefits for retired public safety employees (5‑0)
• Approved Ordinance #2025-05 updating parking regulations (5‑0)
• Approved Ordinance #2025-06 for additional appropriations (5‑0 unanimous)
• Approved Pay Recommendation #3 to Rieth‑Riley Construction for CCMG Street Improvement Project, $737,916.89 (all in)
• Approved ADA walkway project at Community Center, $11,100 (5‑0)
• Approved lease of Community Center room #3 to LightBody Studio, $550/month (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution #2025-009 extending temporary moratorium on building permits in LB Zoning District (unanimous)
• Approved town claims and payroll totaling $812,465.53 (5‑0)

Building Commission

The Long Beach Building Commission met to review permit applications, approve July’s 30 permits totaling $2,551,697 in construction costs, and discuss ongoing stormwater and coastal resiliency projects. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the agenda; items were primarily informational or pending further action.

• July permits: 30 total, $2,551,697 construction costs, $28,328.25 in fees
• Permit #219 (1636 LSD): Sand maintenance and dune grass planting approved
• Permit #223 (1508 LSD): Deck roof extension and screening approved
• MS4 stormwater report updates underway
• Permit #97 (2226 Oriole Trail): Owner obtaining new survey for septic compliance

The commission approved the July meeting minutes and eight building permits, each with a recorded vote. No public comments were received. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous motion.

• Approved July meeting minutes (6-0-1)
• Approved Permit #128 – 2219 Oriole Trail (5-2-0)
• Approved Permit #219 – 1636 LSD sand maintenance (7-0-0)
• Approved Permit #223 – 1508 LSD roof extension (7-0-0)
• Approved Permit #202 – 1530 LSD interior work (7-0-0)
• Approved Permit #228 – 2949 LSD curb extension (6-0-0, Larry recused)
• Approved Permit #224 – 2930 Lothair Way roof replacement (6-0-0, Larry recused)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0-0)

Budget & Finance Committee

The committee will review monthly financial statements and the capital plan. Members will discuss the 2026 budget and address unfinished business regarding water and sewer infrastructure.

• LSD Sewer Project possible engineering fee expense of approximately $500,000
• 2026 Budget discussion
• Water Rate Study
• Capital Assets Review inventory and reporting update

Parks & Recreation Board

The Long Beach Parks & Recreation Board will meet to review updates on community projects and park maintenance. The board is scheduled to discuss new business regarding dogs on the beach and property management.

• Tennis court/pickleball court project update
• Stop 29 project
• Dogs on the beach
• Stop 16 landscaping
• Items left on Stop Property

The Parks & Recreation Board approved the June 2025 meeting minutes with all members in favor. The board recorded that $500 from the June Kelly fund at the Unity Foundation was approved for the Memorial Brick Garden project. No other motions were voted on during the meeting.

• Approved June 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Allocated $500 for Memorial Brick Garden (approved by Dennis Kelly)

Stormwater Advisory Board

The board met to determine member term lengths and elect a chairperson. Members discussed their duties and agreed to meet quarterly.

• Appointment of Cindy Levy as Chairperson
• Establishment of staggered 1, 2, and 3 year member terms
• Agreement to review the current stormwater ordinance at the next meeting
• Recommendation to meet with Clerk Collins to review the budget

The board unanimously approved naming Cindy Levy as Chairperson. Members agreed on 1‑, 2‑, and 3‑year terms, with all future terms to be three years. The board also agreed to continue meeting quarterly.

• Named Cindy Levy Chairperson (unanimous approval)
• Established 1‑, 2‑, and 3‑year terms; future terms set to 3 years (unanimous)
• Agreed to hold quarterly meetings (unanimous)

Public Works & Safety Committee

The Public Works & Safety Committee will review updates from the Street and Water departments. The body is considering whether to seek approval for a new F-550 snowplow truck and a new F-250 truck.

• Request for approval to seek funding for an additional F-550 snowplow truck
• Quote procurement for a new F-250 truck for the Water Department
• Paving quote from Reith Riley for the Public Works Building 100’ driveway apron
• Lakeshore Drive Engineering Study for 2026-2028 CCMG
• Status of contractor quotes for the Salt Barn

The Public Works & Safety Committee voted to approve the March 2025 meeting minutes, with all members in favor. No other formal actions were taken on the items discussed. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved March 2025 minutes (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will meet to review the status of the HR Handbook's legal review. Members will also continue discussions regarding potential employee pay increases for 2026 and retiree health insurance benefits.

• Legal review status of HR Handbook
• Potential employee pay increases in 2026
• Retiree health insurance benefits

The committee discussed a potential 4% pay increase for town employees in 2026. It proposed that employees with 20 years of service and age 50 receive a 30% town contribution toward health premiums, and those with 30 years of service and age 50 receive a 50% contribution. The committee also reviewed an overtime‑to‑PTO conversion rate of 1.5 PTO hours per overtime hour. It will submit the retiree‑benefits recommendation to the Town Council for approval.

• Committee will submit retiree health premium contribution recommendation to Town Council

Fire Commission

The Long Beach Fire Commission is meeting to review updates on the E-1 replacement delivery and the ordering of an E-2 replacement for 2026. The body will also discuss equipment maintenance and planned purchases for PPE.

• E-1 replacement delivery update
• E-2 replacement ordering for 2026 and financing
• Maintenance for Engine 2 including new tires and brake air leaks
• Planned purchases for PPE
• Installation of a new vent fan in the Public Safety Building gear storage area

Police Commission & Police Advisory Board

The Police Commission reviewed July 4th activity and discussed potential new equipment for 2026. The body is considering the installation of license plate reader cameras and the replacement of an ATV and police boat engine.

• Proposed Flock LPR cameras at three entry points for approximately $4,000 per camera annually
• Proposed $15,000 purchase of a 750cc Yamaha ATV to replace a 2009 model
• Estimate of $38,000+ for a new engine for the 1999 Boston Whaler police boat
• Discussion of safety mirrors or signage at the intersection of Chasleton Drive and Oriole Trail
• Annual golf cart permits available for $100.00 for two years

The commission voted unanimously to recommend that the Town Council approve installation of Flock license‑plate‑reader cameras at three locations in Long Beach. The motion was made by Commissioner John Kocher, seconded by Commissioner Colleen Lane, and passed 3‑0. All other agenda items were informational updates with no further decisions made.

• Recommend installation of three Flock LPR cameras to Town Council – approved 3-0

Town Council

The Town Council will review several construction payments and drainage project change orders. The body is also considering ordinances regarding 2025 salaries, parking regulations, and an additional appropriation.

• Payment of $225,264.86 to Woodruff & Sons, Inc. for Stop 17 & 18 Drainage Improvement Project
• Payment of $356,153.39 to Rieth-Riley Construction Co. (Invoice #2)
• Payment of $43,065.88 to Haas & Assoc. for 2024-2 CCMG Construction Admin
• Ordinance #2025-05 regarding Parking Regulations and Restrictions
• Resolution #2025-006 to establish the Long Beach Youth Community Outreach Fund

The Long Beach Town Council approved Ordinance #2025-03 updating town salary and wages and Ordinance #2025-04 amending the eligibility rule for the Building Commission, each by a 5‑0 vote. Additional actions included approval of a parking‑regulation amendment, several large payment authorizations, denial of a Port‑A‑Pot request, and a street‑closure approval. Two resolutions—police retirement benefits and a youth outreach fund—were tabled for future consideration.

• Approved Ordinance #2025-03 updating salary and wages (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance #2025-04 changing eligibility to serve on the Building Commission (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance #2025-05 parking‑regulation amendment (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $43,065.88 to Haas & Associates (5-0)
• Approved final payment of $225,264.86 to Woodruff & Sons for Drainage Improvement Project (5-0)
• Denied Shoreland Hills Port‑A‑Pot request at Stop 31 (5-0)
• Approved street closure of Silvertip Lane for private event (unanimous)
• Tabled Resolution #2025-008 on police retirement benefits until August meeting

Building Commission

The Building Commission is reviewing the status of multiple residential permits for sheds, decks, and fences. The body is also discussing regulations for fences that face the street and reporting on state floodplain certification compliance.

• June report: 30 permits with construction costs of $468,672.00 and $7,250.00 in fees
• Permit #167 (2028 Silvertip Lane): Requirement for new home septic permit and ordinance compliance
• Permit #174 (2100 Oakenwald): Review of 6-foot fence installed prior to permit approval
• Permit #192 (2001 Golden Gate): Approval of deck over patio
• Discussion of fence regulations for fences facing the street

The July 11, 2025 Building Commission meeting was held via Zoom. The minutes contain only a link to the recording and no recorded approvals, denials, or other actions. Consequently, no formal decisions were documented.

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board will discuss updates on the Memorial Garden and Art in the Park 2025. Members will review a game plan and fundraising options for court overhauls. The board will also address landscaping and boardwalk projects at Stop 29.

• Tennis and pickleball court overhaul options and fundraising
• Community Center Park Memorial Garden project update
• Art in the Park 2025
• Stop 29 landscaping and fence ordering
• Stop 29 boardwalk and Stop 26 tree updates

The board unanimously approved the May meeting minutes. It also approved Dan’s Landscaping plan to repair Stop 22, contingent on a signed contract, deposit payment and completion by September 15. Finally, the board approved beginning the IHCDA Crowdgranting Program application for tennis/pickleball court fundraising.

• Approved May meeting minutes (all in favor, none opposed)
• Approved Dan’s Landscaping plan for Stop 22 repairs, pending contract and deposit (all in favor, none opposed)
• Approved start of IHCDA Crowdgranting Program grant process for tennis/pickleball courts (all in favor, none opposed)

Advisory Plan Commission

The Advisory Plan Commission will hold a public hearing regarding proposed changes to parking ordinances. The body will also receive a Comprehensive Plan update from Brad Misner and Jim McManus of McKenna.

• Public hearing on parking ordinances
• Proposed parking ordinance changes
• Comprehensive Plan update with McKenna

The Advisory Plan Commission voted 4‑1 to add the language “non‑commercial use duallies” to the proposed parking ordinances and will forward the revised ordinance to the Town Council. A separate motion to send all three proposed parking ordinances with a favorable recommendation failed on a 2‑3 vote. The minutes from the May 19, 2025 meeting were approved, and the meeting was adjourned at 7:52 PM. The next meeting is scheduled for September 15, 2025.

• Approved addition of “non‑commercial use duallies” to parking ordinance (4‑1)
• Failed motion to send all three parking ordinances with favorable recommendation (2‑3)
• Approved minutes of May 19, 2025 meeting (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Building Commission

The Building Commission is reviewing residential permit applications for driveways, pools, and fences. The body is also discussing stormwater management and a Purdue University grant for beach profile surveys.

• May report: 21 permits with construction costs of $344,722.00 and $4,600.00 in fees
• Permit denied for septic system at 2207 Chasteleton due to outstanding citations and fines
• Permit denied for 2226 Oriole Trail regarding coverage limits
• Review of permit #128 for a pool at 2219 Oriole Trail requiring a locking fence
• Review of permit #157 for a fence at 1528 LSD noted as previously installed without a permit

The June 13, 2025 Building Commission meeting was held via Zoom. The minutes only provide a link to the recording and contain no recorded decisions, approvals, or votes. No actions were approved, denied, or tabled.

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will meet to discuss the HR Handbook and the possibility of sending it to a labor attorney. The body will also discuss potential employee pay increases for 2026.

• Review of HR Handbook
• Discussion on sending HR Handbook to labor attorney
• Discussion of potential 2026 employee pay increases

Town Council

The Town Council will discuss several new ordinances, including updates to 2025 salaries and parking restrictions. The body is also reviewing a use agreement for a Red Cross shelter and a payment for the 2024-2 CCMG Project.

• Ordinance #2025-03: Amending 2025 Salary and Wages
• Ordinance #2025-05: Amending Parking Regulations and Restrictions
• Haas & Associates invoice #12 for $26,385.04 (2024-2 CCMG Project)
• Resolution #2025-007: Overtime Pay Rate Policy for Full-Time Deputies
• Public auction bids for a 2014 F-250 Truck and a 2006 Kubota RTV900

The Long Beach Town Council approved several items, including using the community center as a Red Cross shelter, 4th of July festivities and a 5K run, and the first reading of a salary ordinance. They also accepted a $5,000 donation for youth, approved a boundary survey for the tennis courts, extended a moratorium on business expansion, and adopted an overtime pay policy for deputies. Several items were tabled, including a resolution for a youth fund and a discussion on healthcare benefits for retiring first responders.

• Approved community center as Red Cross shelter (all approved)
• Approved 4th of July festivities and 5K run (all approved)
• Approved Ordinance #2025-03 on 1st reading (all approved)
• Approved Ordinance #2025-04 on 1st reading (all approved)
• Accepted $5,000 donation for youth (all approved)
• Approved $9,936 boundary survey for tennis courts (all approved)
• Extended moratorium on business expansion for 6 months (all approved)
• Adopted Resolution #2025-007 on overtime pay for deputies (all approved)

Tree Board

The Tree Board will discuss updating the application process and permit for removing trees on town property under Section 99.17. Members will also review the 2024 fall trimming list and begin planning for 2025.

• Update to tree removal permit process for town property (Section 99.17)
• Review of work completed by Maple City Tree Specialists as of 2/27/2025
• Discussion of a 'girdled' maple tree at Stop 26
• Addition of 3 new intersections to the clear sightlines list
• Planning for the 2025 Fall Tree Trimming list

The June 4, 2025 Tree Board meeting minutes contain only a link to the Zoom recording and do not document any approvals, denials, or other substantive actions.

Budget & Finance Committee

The committee is reviewing monthly financial statements and the capital plan. Members will discuss a potential engineering expense for the LSD Sewer Project and a water rate study. The meeting also includes setting the budget hearing timeline.

• LSD Sewer Project possible engineering fee of approximately $500,000
• Water Rate Study
• Capital Assets Review inventory and reporting update
• SB 1 New Legislation update from Cender Dalton
• Setting of Budget Hearing dates

Town Council

The Town Council will meet to review a proposal for street paving and road repairs from Rieth Riley. The body will also consider an agreement to purchase a generator from the City of Elkhart.

• Rieth Riley proposal for street paving and road repairs outside the CCMG project
• Intergovernmental Agreement with City of Elkhart to purchase a 1995 Cummins Generator for $8k

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee is meeting to address additions to the Employee Manual. The body will also discuss scheduling a special meeting to prepare the manual for legal review.

• Additions to the Employee Manual
• Discussion regarding a special meeting for legal review of the Employee Manual

Town Council

The Town Council is holding a special meeting to review a payment recommendation for a street improvement project. The body will decide whether to approve a specific payment to a construction firm.

• Payment #1 for 2024-2 CCMG Street Improvement Project to Rieth-Riley Construction Co., Inc. in the amount of $278,993.57

Advisory Plan Commission

The Advisory Plan Commission is holding a kick-off meeting to begin updating the Town of Long Beach Comprehensive Plan. The process includes analyzing community profiles, public engagement, and establishing future land use and implementation strategies.

• Project brainstorm on housing/commercial mix and zoning issues
• Planned community survey for public engagement in July/August
• Development of a Future Land Use Plan
• Creation of an Implementation Matrix
• Target adoption of the updated plan in late fall 2025

Advisory Plan Commission

The Advisory Plan Commission is holding a kick-off meeting to initiate the Comprehensive Plan Update. The body will discuss project goals, data requests, and a timeline for public engagement and adoption by late fall 2025.

• Review of existing Comprehensive Plan content
• Planning of a community survey for public engagement
• Discussion of housing and commercial mix issues
• Review of zoning issues and code problems
• Development of a Future Land Use Plan

Town Council

The Long Beach Town Council will discuss and possibly decide on a resolution to adopt a golf cart registration policy and approve a $278,993.57 payment for the 2024-2 CCMG Street Improvement Project. New business also includes pay increases for assistant water and street superintendents, a $7,400 landscaping quote for the community center, and a street closure for a block party. Unfinished business covers sand movement on Lake Shore Drive and committee openings. The meeting will also approve claims and payroll totaling over $437,000.

• Resolution #2025-004: Adopt Police Department's Golf Cart Registration Policy
• Approval of $278,993.57 payment to Rieth-Riley Construction Co., Inc. for street improvement
• HR committee recommendations for pay increases for Assistant Water Superintendent and Street Superintendent specialty pay
• Community Center landscaping quote from H & S Services Inc. for approx. $7,400
• Street closure request for Ardmore Trail Block Party on May 24

The Long Beach Town Council approved several personnel pay adjustments, new contracts for landscaping, equipment, and invoicing, and adopted policy motions. They also appointed a new member to the APC, set a residency requirement for the Building Commission, and authorized a street closure for a block party. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved $2.14/hr pay increase for Asst. Water Superintendent (5-0)
• Approved 2% bonus for Street Superintendent after certification (5-0)
• Appointed Tom Vujovich to the APC for a 3‑year term (5-0)
• Required Building Commission members to be town voters (5-0)
• Authorized street closure on Ardmore Trail for May 24 block party (5-0)
• Approved $7,400 landscaping contract for Community Center (5-0)
• Approved $12,073 accessories & safety equipment for new street‑dept truck (5-0)
• Approved $37,006 invoice #11 to Haas & Associates for 2024‑2 CCMG (unanimous)

Building Commission

The Building Commission is reviewing several permit applications for new homes, sheds, and driveways. The body is also discussing lot coverage calculations and permit extensions. April data shows 36 permits were issued with construction costs totaling $2,336,895.00.

• April report: 36 permits with $2,336,895.00 in construction costs and $22,922.02 in fees
• Permit #7 (1616 LSD): New home with updated drawings and retaining wall issues
• Permit #24-5-107 (2319 Florimond): Request for extension until 5/30/2026
• Permit #122 (2017 Melrose): Shed requirement to be in the rear yard
• Permit #126 (Stop 31 & 3044 LSD): Installation of riverstone and handrail replacement

The minutes consist only of a reference to a Zoom recording of the May 8, 2025 meeting. No actions, approvals, denials, or votes are documented in the written record.

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board will discuss updates on the Memorial Garden project and landscaping at Stop 29. Members will review options for a tennis court overhaul and discuss the Stop 29 boardwalk. The board will also conduct a budget wrap-up for 2024/2025.

• Tennis court overhaul options and game plan
• Stop 29 boardwalk
• Stop 29 landscaping fence order
• Community Center Park Memorial Garden project update
• 2024/2025 budget wrap-up

Advisory Plan Commission

The Advisory Plan Commission will meet to discuss updates to the Comprehensive Plan and specific parking ordinances. No public hearings are scheduled for this meeting.

• Comprehensive Plan Update
• Parking Ordinances 72.13, 72.04, and 154.113

The commission approved the minutes from the December 16, 2024 and February 17, 2025 meetings. It also voted to have Town Attorney Christopher Willoughby place the proposed parking ordinance changes into ordinance form and advertise a public hearing for ordinance 154.113. The meeting was adjourned at 7:20 PM.

• Approved December 16, 2024 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved February 17, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Directed attorney to draft parking ordinance changes and advertise public hearing (motion carried)

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will review a job applicant for the Street Department and discuss pay increases and bonuses for town staff. The body will also address updates to the Employee Handbook and performance appraisals.

• Applicant Cody for Street Department position
• Pay increase request from Assistant Water Superintendent Austin Ashcraft
• Annual bonus for Street Superintendent Tom Dolph regarding INDOT certification
• Employee Handbook update
• Employee Performance Appraisals

Building Commission

The Long Beach Building Commission will review and act on multiple building permits, including a new home construction at 2937 Ridge Road with a potentially understated cost. Commissioners also receive a report showing 37 permits in January with $3.4M in construction costs and $37k in fees. Old business includes updates on MS4 requirements and coastal resiliency groups.

• Permit #57 for new home at 2937 Ridge Road with cost at $186/sq ft vs typical $300+
• Permit #53 (1908 LSD) requiring additional site plans and septic permits
• Permit #63 (1918 Monrovia) patio encroachment into setback
• Permit #90 (1522 LSD) boardwalk replacement with restrictions on extending past deck line or over foredune
• Permit #82 (2933 Belle Plaine Trail) shed installation with fines paid and meets requirements

The minutes for the Long Beach Building Commission meeting on April 15, 2025 contain only a reference to the Zoom recording link. No actions, approvals, denials, or other decisions were documented in the written minutes.

Town Council

The Long Beach Town Council will discuss the Cytec Project update and consider a proposal to finance a 2025 Dodge Durango for the police department. Other business includes approving a $5,000 landscaping invoice, engineering proposals totaling over $23,000, and hiring a street department laborer at $24 per hour. The council will also vote on Resolution #2025-003 regarding annual contract submissions to Indiana Gateway.

• Police Department financing proposal for 2025 Dodge Durango
• Healy's Landscaping invoice #717 for $5,000 to accept/approve
• Weaver Consultants proposal for construction monitoring on CCMG Street Improvement Project G ($9,325)
• Haas & Associates invoices (#09 for $14,276.35 and #10 for $9,273.65) for engineering services
• Approval to hire Street Dept. Driver/Laborer at $24.00 per hour

The Long Beach Town Council approved several contracts and expenditures, including financing a new Dodge Durango for the police department. Leaf collection services, a new golf‑cart permit policy, and a community‑center renovation were also approved. Additional approvals covered a construction‑monitoring contract, hiring a street‑department driver, and payment of legal and vendor invoices.

• Approved $49,541.88 financing for 2025 Dodge Durango for police (5‑0)
• Approved $5,000 Healy Landscape leaf‑collection contract for April 21‑25 (5‑0)
• Approved new golf‑cart permit process policy (5‑0)
• Approved Weaver Consultant Group construction‑monitoring contract for $9,325 (5‑0)
• Approved community‑center Room #3 renovation (heating removal, paint, carpet) (5‑0)
• Approved hiring of Cody Downs as Street Dept. Driver/Laborer at $24/hr (5‑0)
• Approved Beach Garden Club special Garden Walk event (5‑0)
• Approved legal expenses and vendor invoices totaling $34,? (5‑0)

Public Works & Safety Committee

The Public Works & Safety Committee will discuss old and new business for the Street and Water departments. Items include a federal grant for pavement markings moved to 2026, a truck replacement, Lake Shore Drive paving investigation, CCMG paving and tree trimming updates, stormwater work, spring leaf collection dates, and a proposal to change meeting frequency to quarterly. The Water Department will review a rate study by Cender Dalton, a booster station generator, and a fire hydrant painting schedule.

• Pavement markings federal grant moved to 2026
• F550 truck replacement
• Lake Shore Drive future paving & right-of-way investigation
• CCMG 2025 paving/tree trimming update
• Water rate study by Cender Dalton

The Public Works & Safety Committee approved the January 2025 meeting minutes with all members in favor. A motion to adjourn was made, seconded, and approved unanimously, ending the meeting at 8:16 a.m. No other motions were adopted.

• Approved January 2025 minutes (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:16 a.m. (all in favor)

Fire Commission

The Fire Commission will review the delivery status of a new fire truck and planned purchases for PPE and thermal imaging cameras. The body will also discuss maintenance for Engine 2 and the Public Safety Building's septic system and HVAC. Training initiatives and public outreach efforts are also on the agenda.

• New fire truck delivery update
• Planned purchases of PPE and thermal imaging cameras
• Engine 2 rear tires and annual maintenance
• Public Safety Building septic system update and HVAC maintenance
• CPR class and public outreach

The commission reviewed the completed septic system, 2024 call statistics, new deputy hires, training completions, and equipment updates including an ATV unit and a pending Dodge Durango. It also announced the availability of golf‑cart permits, promoted the town newsletter, and discussed possible safety mirrors at Chasleton and Oriole Trail. No votes or formal approvals were recorded.

Police Commission & Police Advisory Board

This quarterly meeting reviews 2024 police statistics showing a sharp rise in calls for service, new deputy marshals' performance, and equipment updates. The commission also discusses a new police vehicle purchase, golf cart permit fees, and summer operational planning.

• 2024 calls for service increased to 4,575 from 3,218 in 2023, with 77 arrests total
• Septic system for new public safety facility completed by Steuer Septic Systems, passed inspection
• Deputy Marshals Matthew Vopat and Matthew Disbrow completed first full year; Vopat certified as CPR instructor
• Town Council approved purchase of 2025 Dodge Durango for Sergeant Sightes; loan decision pending April 7th council meeting
• 2025-2026 golf cart permits available for $100 for two years, expires Dec 31, 2026

The commission reviewed 2024 call statistics, new hires, training completions, and equipment updates including the ATV unit and a pending Dodge Durango. They announced the availability of 2025‑2026 golf‑cart permits and promoted the town newsletter. Commissioners discussed the possibility of adding a safety mirror near Chasleton and Oriole Trail, with the chief to consult the street superintendent. No votes or official approvals were recorded.

Building Commission

The Long Beach Building Commission will review and vote on several building permits, including a new home at 2922 LSD and a new fence at 2504 Oriole Trail, and consider forwarding a parking ordinance to the Architectural and Planning Commission. The agenda also includes updates on outstanding citations at 2207 Chaselton and a floodplain research webinar.

• 13 permits issued in February with total construction costs of $2,485,232 and fees of $25,620
• Permit #31 for a new home at 2922 LSD – address discrepancy in software to be resolved
• Permit #25 for a new garage at 2804 Lyndale Way – meets requirements
• Citation at 2207 Chaselton remains outstanding; copies of correspondence sent
• Vote on forwarding a parking ordinance to the APC

The Building Commission met on March 14, 2025, but the minutes contain only procedural information and a link to the meeting recording. No motions, approvals, denials, or other substantive decisions were recorded in the provided text.

• No substantive decisions recorded in the minutes

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a preliminary hearing on a variance petition from Mary Walters to install a swimming pool in the front yard at 3028 Mayfield Way. The property's front yard is defined by Moore Road, but the pool would be on the Mayfield Way side, which is technically the front yard per the address. The board will also consider approval of January 8, 2025, meeting minutes.

• Preliminary hearing for Mary Walters – variance from Sections 154.051.C and 154.052 for a swimming pool in the front yard at 3028 Mayfield Way
• Approval of January 8, 2025, regular meeting minutes

The Long Beach Board of Zoning Appeals met on March 12, 2025, via Zoom. The minutes contain only a link to the meeting recording and no substantive decisions, approvals, or discussions. No actions were taken or recorded.

Town Council

The Long Beach Town Council will discuss a letter of intent to purchase a cell tower from TowerPoint Acquisitions, LLC, and consider approving a professional services agreement with McKenna Associates for a comprehensive plan. They will also vote on a proposal and invoice from Haas & Associates for the 2024-2 CCMG Street Improvement Project, and receive committee reports and approve claims for February.

• Discuss Letter of Intent with TowerPoint Acquisitions, LLC to purchase a cell tower
• Proposal from Haas & Associates for 2024-2 CCMG Street Improvement Project administration and grant services
• Invoice #08 from Haas & Associates for $46,270.23 for design and grant services
• Professional Services Agreement with McKenna Associates, Inc. for a comprehensive plan
• Building/Revenue Report: 13 permits totaling $1,298,062 with $13,740 revenue; claims: town checks $238,622.93, water checks $179,220.95, payroll $84,192.77

The Long Beach Town Council denied TowerPoint Acquisitions' $165,000 offer to purchase the town's cell tower, voting 5-0. They also approved a $14,500 contract with McKenna Associates to update the comprehensive plan, and approved two street project items with Haas & Associates, including a $46,270.23 invoice. The tree ordinance was approved on second reading with minor changes to be made later.

• Denied TowerPoint Acquisitions' $165,000 cell tower purchase offer (5-0)
• Approved McKenna Associates proposal for comprehensive plan update at $14,500 (5-0)
• Approved Haas & Associates proposal for 2024-2 CCMG Street Improvement Project administration (5-0)
• Approved Haas & Associates invoice #08 for $46,270.23 for grant and design services (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance #2025-02 (Tree Ordinance) on second reading (5-0)
• Approved Notre Dame St. Patrick's Day 5K Color Run on March 22 (5-0)
• Approved February claims and payroll totaling $502,036.65 (5-0)

Tree Board

The Tree Board will review minutes from December 2024 and discuss old business including updates to the Tree Ordinance, which had its first reading at the Town Council meeting on February 10, 2025, with a second reading scheduled for March 10, 2025. New business includes a contest for the oldest tree in Long Beach, verifying tree work completion at 21 addresses, and adding three new intersections to the clear sightlines list.

• Tree ordinance first reading passed at Town Council meeting 02/10/2025; second reading set for 03/10/2025
• Newsletter submissions due March 10, 2025
• Proposed contest: 'Who Has the Oldest Tree in Long Beach'
• Maple Tree completed tree removal and trimming as of 2/27/2025; board to inspect 21 addresses
• Board to add 3 new intersections to clear sightlines list

The Long Beach, IN Tree Board met on March 5, 2025, via Zoom. The minutes contain only a link to the meeting recording and no details of any decisions, approvals, or discussions. No substantive actions were recorded.

Budget & Finance Committee

The Long Beach Budget & Finance Committee will review monthly financial statements and the capital plan. Under unfinished business, members will discuss a possible $500,000 engineering fee for the LSD Sewer Project, along with updates on AFR submission, capital assets inventory, and a water rate study. No new business items are detailed.

• LSD Sewer Project – possible engineering fee expense of approximately $500,000
• AFR (Annual Financial Report) submission
• Capital assets review – inventory and reporting update
• Water rate study

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board will discuss ongoing business including a Beach Garden Club update, the stop of landscaping and general upkeep (with a water fountain at 21), and a Memorial Garden project update at Community Center Park. Old business includes updates on Moon Valley and landscaping at Stop 29, as well as reviewing options for a tennis court overhaul. New business includes Mary Beth Rebedeau speaking on a Long Beach Community Center topic and wrapping up the 2024/2025 budget.

• Beach Garden Club update
• Stop landscaping and general upkeep (water fountain at 21)
• Community Center Park Memorial Garden project update
• Tennis court overhaul – review options and game plan
• 2024/2025 budget wrap-up

The Long Beach Parks and Recreation Board met on February 25, 2025, via Zoom. The minutes contain only a link to the meeting recording and no details of any actions, votes, or discussions. No substantive decisions were recorded.

Town Council

The Town Council will review bids and contract recommendations for the CCMG 2024-2 Paving Project. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding an ordinance to amend permit fees.

• Bids and contract award recommendation for CCMG 2024-2 Paving Project
• Public hearing and 2nd reading of Ordinance # 2025-01 regarding Permit Fees
• Resolution #2025-002 to void stale dated checks outstanding for two or more years
• Letter requesting CCMG funds for President Schmitt to sign

The Long Beach Town Council awarded the CCMG 2024-2 Paving Project contract to Reith Riley and approved a letter requesting CCMG funds. They also passed Ordinance #2025-01 on second reading, amending permit fees, and approved Resolution #2025-002 to void stale-dated checks. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Awarded CCMG 2024-2 Paving Project contract to Reith Riley (all approved)
• Approved letter requesting CCMG funds (all approved)
• Passed Ordinance #2025-01 amending permit fees on second reading (all approved)
• Approved Resolution #2025-002 to void stale-dated checks (all approved)

Town Council

The Long Beach Town Council will open bids for the CCMG 2024-2 Paving Project and conduct a public hearing and second reading of Ordinance #2025-01, which amends permit fees in Title XV, Chapter 151. The meeting also includes typical opening procedures and council comments.

• Receive and open bids for the CCMG 2024-2 Paving Project
• Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance #2025-01 amending permit fees (Chapter 151, Section 151.035)

The council opened two bids for the CCMG 2024-2 Paving Project, with Reith Riley submitting the lower bid at $1,679,018.35 and Milestone Contractors at $2,018,728.03. No bid was awarded; bids will be reviewed by Haas & Associates and the attorney for legal sufficiency before the Feb. 24 special meeting. The public hearing and second reading of Ordinance #2025-01 on permit fees was continued to Feb. 24 pending clarification from the Building Commissioner. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Opened bids for CCMG 2024-2 Paving Project; no award yet
• Continued public hearing and 2nd reading of Ordinance #2025-01 (permit fees) to Feb. 24
• Adjourned meeting at 10:10 AM

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will meet to discuss the employee handbook. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Employee Handbook discussion

Advisory Plan Commission

This meeting of the Long Beach Advisory Plan Commission is largely procedural, including approval of minutes from December 2024 and discussion of the Comprehensive Plan under old business. No new business or public hearings are scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from December 16, 2024 meeting
• Old business: discussion of Comprehensive Plan

The Advisory Plan Commission met but lacked a quorum, so no decisions were made. The December 16, 2024 minutes were not reviewed and will be carried forward. The McKenna proposal for the Comprehensive Plan Update will be sent to the Town Council for approval, as funds are in the 2025 budget.

• No quorum; no decisions made
• December 16, 2024 minutes deferred to March 17, 2025
• McKenna proposal to be sent to Town Council for approval

Building Commission

The Building Commission will hear the commissioner's report on January activity (10 permits, $301,388 construction costs), approve minutes, and discuss old and new business including MS4 contractor training, citations at 2207 Chaselton and 2933 Belle Plaine Trail, deck replacement at 2117 LSD, and a new home at 2922 LSD with an address software issue. Public comments will be taken.

• 10 permits issued in January with construction costs of $301,388 and fees of $3,305.30
• Enforcement: citations remain outstanding at 2207 Chaselton; citation for work without permit at 2933 Belle Plaine Trail
• Discussion of deck replacement at 2117 LSD — proposed reduction from 470 to 320 sq ft
• New home at 2922 LSD has address software issue; commission to discuss manually accepting address
• New business: deck at 2104 LSD may require full permit if demolished; stairs at 2534 LSD must meet 6' setback

The Long Beach, IN Building Commission met on February 14, 2025, via Zoom. The minutes provide only a link to the meeting recording and contain no details of any decisions, approvals, or discussions. No substantive actions were recorded.

Town Council

The Town Council will conduct a public hearing and first reading for an ordinance to amend permit fees. The body is also discussing a police marine unit agreement with Michigan City and audiovisual renovations for Town Hall.

• Ordinance # 2025-01: Amending Title XV, Chapter 151, Section 151.035 regarding Permit Fees
• Resolution #2025-001: Transfer from General Fund to Rainy-Day Fund
• Proposed Intergovernmental agreement with City of Michigan City for Police Marine Unit
• Advanced Communications, Inc. proposal for Town Hall Video Conferencing Audiovisual Renovations
• CCMG 2024-2 Paving project bid opening scheduled for Feb. 19th

The Town Council approved several items, including a $29,575 contract with Advanced Communications for audiovisual renovations, a $385/month water treatment consultation for the community center cooling tower, and a resolution transferring funds to the rainy-day fund. They also passed the first reading of a tree ordinance and a permit fee ordinance, and set a February 24 meeting to award the CCMG paving contract.

• Approved $29,575 video conferencing upgrade for council chambers (5-0)
• Approved $385/month water treatment consultation for cooling tower (5-0)
• Passed first reading of Ordinance #2025-02 (tree ordinance) (5-0)
• Passed first reading of Ordinance #2025-01 (permit fees) (5-0)
• Approved Resolution #2025-001 transfer to rainy-day fund (5-0)
• Approved $2,342.75 lectern purchase (4-1, KB opposed)
• Approved claims and payroll totaling $495,910.20 (5-0)
• Set Feb 24 meeting to award CCMG paving contract

Budget & Finance Committee

The Budget & Finance Committee is reviewing monthly financial statements and the capital plan. Members are discussing a potential 2025 transfer to the Rainy Day Fund and a water rate study.

• LSD Sewer Project possible engineering fee of approximately $500,000
• Rainy Day Fund additional 2025 transfer amount
• Water Rate Study
• Community Center Budget regarding Room 13 Rent
• 2024 Financial Recap

Parks & Recreation Board

The Long Beach Parks & Recreation Board will review the 2024/2025 budget wrap-up and updates on the Memorial Garden project at Community Center Park. The agenda includes a discussion on a long-term proposal to completely redo the tennis courts and add new pickleball courts, which will be presented to the Town Council. The board also aims to resolve the status of the Community Center topic.

• Proposal to completely redo tennis courts and add new pickleball court(s)
• 2024/2025 budget wrap-up
• Community Center Park: Memorial Garden project update
• Landscaping at Stop 29
• Water fountain at Stop 21

The Long Beach Parks & Recreation Board met on January 28, 2025, via Zoom. The minutes contain only a link to the meeting recording and no details of any actions, votes, or discussions. No substantive decisions were recorded.

Public Works & Safety Committee

The committee discusses street paving updates, a salt barn, and a truck replacement. Water department items include a water tower issue and a proposed $3,000 rate study contract with Cender Dalton. A federal grant for pavement markings is postponed to 2026.

• CCMG 2025 paving update
• Lake Shore Drive future paving discussion
• Pavement markings federal grant moved to 2026
• Water tower frozen transducer line repair
• Water rate study contract with Cender Dalton for $3,000

The committee approved the December 2024 minutes and received updates on various projects, including the CCMG 2025 paving pre-bid meeting scheduled for February 5, 2025, and the completion of the Stop 17 & 18 Stormwater Project. No new business was brought forward, and no formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved December 2024 minutes (all in favor)
• No new business or substantive decisions made

Human Resources Committee

The HR Committee will hold public comments and discuss unfinished business, including an employee handbook review that has been postponed to the February 19 meeting. New business consists of selecting future meeting dates and recapping 2024 activities. No votes or binding decisions are expected at this session.

• Employee Handbook Review continued to February 19, 2025
• Reorganization – selecting future meeting dates
• Recap of 2024 Business

Town Council

The town council will hold a regular meeting to consider new business including a three-year contract extension with Republic Services for waste collection, authorization to bid on spring paving using grant funds, and approval of engineering invoices from Haas & Associates totaling $21,030.45. The council will also hear committee reports on police, fire, public works, and other town operations, and take public comments.

• Republic Services 2025–2027 contract extension — authorize signatures
• Authorization to proceed with bidding for spring CCMG paving using grant funds
• Haas & Assoc. invoices: $8,657.50 for grant submittal design and bidding services, $12,372.95 for Lake Shore Drive conceptual design
• Lexipol grant assistance contract for police boat (unfinished business)
• Building revenue report: 10 permits totaling $211,058 with $2,494 revenue; legal expenses $4,321.25; accounting charges $2,672.42

The Town Council approved a $4,000 grant assistance contract with Lexipol, LLC for a new police marine patrol boat, funded from the police marine boat donation account, with a 3-2 vote. The council also approved several other items, including the 2025 Hourly Service Rates agreement with Haas & Associates, payment of two Haas invoices, authorization to proceed with bidding for the Spring CCMG Paving Project, and a contract extension with Republic Services for 2025-2027. A variance for a liquor store by Kamm Properties was denied by the Board of Zoning Appeals, and a pool permit at 3028 Mayfield Way was denied by the Building Commission.

• Approved Lexipol grant assistance contract for $4,000 for police marine patrol boat (3-2)
• Approved 2025 Hourly Service Rates agreement with Haas & Associates (unanimous)
• Approved payment of Haas invoice #2024361-07 for $8,657.50 (unanimous)
• Approved payment of Haas invoice #2024374-01 for $12,372.95 (unanimous)
• Authorized bidding process for Spring CCMG Paving Project (unanimous)
• Approved Republic Services contract extension for 2025-2027 (unanimous)
• Denied variance for liquor store by Kamm Properties (BZA action)
• Denied pool permit at 3028 Mayfield Way (Building Commission action)

Building Commission

The Long Beach Building Commission will review a November permit report showing 27 permits totaling $603,048 in construction costs and $6,784 in fees. Old business includes outstanding citations at 2207 Chasteleton, a citation for work without a permit at 2933 Belle Plaine Trail, and discussion of a license agreement for Stop 24 Beach Access. The commission will also discuss revisions to several definitions and ordinances, including grandfather, dumpster, single-family, structure, and stop work order definitions, as well as tree and parking ordinances. New business features permit applications for a new home at 2528 LSD, a fence at 2208 Florimond, and a pool at 3028 Mayfield Way.

• 27 building permits issued with $603,048 in construction costs and $6,784 in fees (Sept. report)
• Citations outstanding at 2207 Chasteleton; citation for unpermitted shed at 2933 Belle Plaine Trail
• Discussion of license agreement for Stop 24 Beach Access
• Revised grandfather definition, dumpster ordinance, single-family and structure definitions proposed
• New home permit at 2528 LSD (pump & haul septic); pool in front yard at 3028 Mayfield Way

The Long Beach, IN Building Commission met on January 10, 2025, via Zoom. The minutes contain only a link to the recording and no details of any actions, approvals, or discussions. No substantive decisions were recorded.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to conduct the annual election of its Chairman and Vice Chairman. The agenda also includes a review of a denied variance request for Kamm Properties South Inc.

• Annual election of Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Review of denied use variance for Kamm Properties South Inc. at 2148 Karwick Road

The Board of Zoning Appeals met on January 8, 2025, via Zoom. The minutes contain only a link to the recording and no substantive decisions, motions, or votes. The meeting appears to have been procedural or informational only.