Town of Brookston public meetings in 2025
24 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Town Council
The Brookston Town Council approved the 2026 Salary Ordinance and paid bills totaling $165,049.39. They tabled a parking ordinance, approved two invoices for road signs, and agreed to an extension of the SR 43 project. The council also elected officers for 2026 and made several other approvals.
- Approved minutes of previous meeting (unanimous)
- Approved bills totaling $165,049.39 (unanimous)
- Approved Salary Ordinance #12-2025 for 2026 (unanimous)
- Tabled parking ordinance (unanimous)
- Approved payment of invoices for White County Highway signs and Michael Todd U Channel post (unanimous)
- Approved SR 43 extension at cost of $4,200 (voice approval)
- Approved bidding for CCMG Paving Grant (voice approval)
- Elected Terry North as Council President and Dawn Girard as Vice President (unanimous)
Town Council
The Brookston Town Council approved Resolution #2-2025 to apply for a $750,000 wastewater drinking water grant, with a total project cost of $2.9 million. They also unanimously approved two zoning ordinance amendments: Ordinance #10-2025 (electronic messaging signs) and Ordinance #11-2025 (data center development). Additionally, the council approved payments for engineering work and other invoices.
- Approved Resolution #2-2025 authorizing wastewater grant application and local match commitment (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance #10-2025 amending electronic messaging sign standards (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance #11-2025 amending data center development standards (unanimous)
- Approved payment of $7,306.00 for boring extension work (unanimous)
- Approved payment of $10,503.50 to RQAW for engineering balance (unanimous)
- Approved payment of bills totaling $149,732.40 (unanimous)
- Approved payment of Tatman invoice held back until work completed
- Approved payment of Scheurich Plumbing invoice for frozen water line repair
Town Council
The Brookston Town Council approved Resolution 1-2025, which names the town's wastewater improvements as its highest-priority project. The council also unanimously approved paying bills totaling $173,454.74 and accepted the Harmon McClintic insurance renewal as presented. It approved a $1,700 change order for Tatman's projects and authorized issuing the related check. Most other items were reports or discussion, including a planned salary meeting after the December 10 meeting.
- Approved Resolution 1-2025 naming wastewater improvements the town's highest-priority project (unanimous)
- Approved paying bills on the Accounts Payable Voucher Register totaling $173,454.74 (unanimous)
- Accepted Harmon McClintic Ins. renewal as presented (unanimous)
- Approved $1,700 change order for Tatman projects and authorized issuing the check
- Approved minutes of the previous meeting as read
Town Council
The Town Council unanimously approved $222,372.80 in bills and signed a resolution to seek Clean Water State Revolving Fund assistance for the wastewater utility. They also approved changes to meeting dates for November and December due to holidays. No other major policy decisions were made; the rest of the meeting covered routine updates on town projects and public services.
- Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved $222,372.80 in bills (unanimous)
- Approved Model Per Acceptance Resolution for SRF Loan Program
- Approved Pres. Terry North as Signatory Authorization for SRF Loan Program (unanimous)
- Approved moving Nov 26 meeting to Nov 25 and Dec 24 meeting to Dec 22
- Approved sign for Aaron Jackson memorial fund at Wood St Park
- Approved adding 'Joe Butz Memorial Courts' lettering above pickleball plaque
Town Council
The Town Council approved $29,348.05 for various building repairs, including windows, fascia, heaters, and concrete flooring. Members also authorized the purchase of sign posts for $3,266.19 and tabled a decision regarding the acquisition of a donated ambulance until the next meeting. Additionally, the council approved a $38,613.70 change order for water meter equipment.
- Approved $274,887.89 in bill payments (unanimous)
- Tabled ambulance donation decision until November 12, 2025
- Approved $29,348.05 for building and structure repairs (unanimous)
- Approved $38,613.70 change order for water meters
- Approved $3,266.19 purchase of sign posts from Michael Todd (unanimous)
- Approved order for Joe Butz pickleball plaque
Town Council
The Brookston Town Council approved an application for a $750,000 wastewater project grant and scheduled an informational open house for October 22, 2025. The Council also passed an ordinance establishing a three-way stop at First Street and Moore Street and approved several infrastructure and equipment expenditures. Additionally, the Council denied a request to install a speed bump on Railroad Street and a request to allow adult go-carts within town limits.
- Approved $750,000 wastewater grant application process
- Approved Ordinance #9-2025 for three-way stop at First and Moore St
- Approved $68,631.28 in accounts payable
- Approved $3,621.00 for traffic signs from County
- Approved $9,019.00 for holiday garland
- Approved $6,954.00 for garage door replacements
- Approved police vest purchase
- Denied speed bump request for Railroad St
Town Council
The Brookston Town Council met September 24, 2025 with all members present and appointed Max Eldridge as a new Council Member. The Council elected VP North as President and CM Girard as Vice President, both unanimously, and unanimously adopted the 2026 Budget Ordinance #8-2025. It also approved paying bills totaling $520,552.82, approved a $775.00 sewer invoice the Town accepted responsibility for, and approved a changeout order for Dashiell to replace large-diameter water meters. Several items were only discussed or left pending, including street sign purchases, park lighting, and a sign ordinance.
- Elected VP North as Council President (unanimous)
- Elected CM Girard as Vice President (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of the previous meeting as read (motion carried)
- Approved paying bills on the Accounts Payable Voucher Register totaling $520,552.82 (unanimous)
- Adopted 2026 Budget Ordinance #8-2025 (unanimous)
- Approved paying $775.00 Ike's Sewer Service invoice for a clog on the Town side (unanimous)
- Approved Joe Butz Memorial Pickleball Court plaque as presented
- Approved submitting first draw of $258,849.46 and approved Dashiell changeout order for large-diameter meters (both unanimous)
Town Council
The Town Council approved the purchase of new computers for the Marshal and Superintendent and authorized the engineer to pursue a wastewater project grant. Members also approved an extension of the summer sewer rate and a new summer baseball agreement. A resolution regarding a surplus ambulance from Monticello was tabled for further information.
- Approved payment of $357,796.49 in bills (3-0)
- Authorized engineer to pursue wastewater grant and report (3-0)
- Tabled resolution for surplus ambulance transfer (3-0)
- Approved new summer baseball agreement (3-0)
- Approved purchase of new computers and laptop for staff (3-0)
- Extended summer sewer rate to October 1 bill (3-0)
Town Council
The Brookston Town Council met with 4 members present and 1 vacant seat, honoring late President Joseph Butz. They approved a $500 memorial donation to the Brookston United Methodist Food Pantry and named the pickleball court after Butz. Bills totaling $180,858.39 were unanimously approved, and CM Thomas was appointed to the White County Economic Development Committee. A proposed stop sign on 15th Street was tabled for an ordinance.
- Approved $500 memorial donation to Brookston United Methodist Food Pantry (unanimous)
- Approved naming pickleball court after Joseph Butz (unanimous)
- Approved bills totaling $180,858.39 (unanimous)
- Appointed CM Thomas to White County Economic Development Committee (unanimous)
- Tabled stop sign on 15th Street pending ordinance from Attorney Rebecca
Town Council
The Town Council unanimously approved the payment of $140,701.03 in bills. The council also unanimously agreed to upgrade the Town Hall's outdated modem and firewall, including a battery backup. No other substantive decisions were made; discussions regarding park restrooms and paving schedules were noted for future action.
- Approved payment of $140,701.03 in bills (Unanimous)
- Agreed to upgrade Town Hall modem, firewall, and add battery backup (Unanimous)
Town Council
The Brookston Town Council approved two zoning amendments: one raising the maximum building height in the I-3 district from 100 to 110 feet (Ordinance #5-2025) and another adding standards for mobile retail food establishments (Ordinance #6-2025). The council also voted unanimously to purchase water project materials in-house and hire a contractor for labor, and approved a $2,950 proposal for a new washer and dryer at the fire station. Bills totaling $168,673.98 were paid unanimously.
- Adopted Ordinance #5-2025 increasing I-3 district max height to 110 feet (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance #6-2025 adding mobile food establishment standards (unanimous)
- Approved town purchase of water project materials, contractor for labor (unanimous)
- Approved $2,950 washer/dryer proposal for fire station, 50% upfront (unanimous)
- Paid bills totaling $168,673.98 (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance #7-2025 amending waterworks ordinance on final reading (unanimous)
Town Council
The Brookston Town Council approved the accounts payable totaling $95,271.02 and unanimously agreed to prepay 2026 fireworks from the electric fund, to be reimbursed from the 2026 budget. They also discussed ball field use, bathroom cleanliness, water quality issues, and a pavilion project delay, but took no other formal votes.
- Approved minutes of previous meeting (unanimous)
- Approved bills totaling $95,271.02 (unanimous)
- Approved prepayment of 2026 fireworks from electric fund, to be repaid from 2026 budget (unanimous)
Town Council
The Brookston Town Council approved a quote from Utility Supply for new water meters and will submit it to the State Revolving Fund (SRF) for potential funding. The council also discussed plans for a new bathroom at Wood St. Park, with suggestions for wheelchair access and alignment with pavilions, but took no formal action. Other items included updates on the Wood St. pavilion permit, paving schedule, and police hiring for fireworks day.
- Approved bills totaling $147,519.22 (unanimous)
- Approved Utility Supply quote for new meters to send to SRF (unanimous)
- Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
Town Council
The Brookston Town Council approved bills totaling $114,280.90, adopted Ordinance #4-2025 (a bond ordinance) on first reading and final adoption, and appointed Chris Hale to the Emergency Management Agency's Advisory Board. The council also approved delaying the Baker Tilly water project to seek a lower interest rate, with no water rate increase and construction expected to start in August-September. Several other items were discussed but not decided, including park bathroom options and shelter rental policies.
- Approved bills totaling $114,280.90 (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance #4-2025 (bond ordinance) on first reading and final adoption (unanimous)
- Appointed Chris Hale as Brookston's representative to the EMA Advisory Board (unanimous)
- Approved delaying the Baker Tilly water project to seek a better interest rate (unanimous)
Town Council
The Brookston Town Council unanimously approved the payment of $134,606.76 in bills. The council took three bids for the water project under advisement rather than awarding a contract immediately. Additionally, the council approved CM Girard to review needed Christmas decorations and denied requests to rent the fire house conference room for parties.
- Approved payment of $134,606.76 in bills (unanimous)
- Took water project bids under advisement (unanimous)
- Approved CM Girard to look at what Christmas decorations were needed
- Denied renting out the fire house conference room for parties
Town Council
The Brookston Town Council approved paying $98,633.44 in accounts payable and approved the library's request to hold a rocket launch at Walk Park on June 17. The council also approved adding a storm/tornado shelter to the Town website once Chris Hale provides an EMA-approved plan and church approval. A decision on buying flags along SR 43 was deferred due to construction starting next year, and a decision on a new mower was deferred until President Butz returns.
- Approved previous meeting minutes as read
- Approved paying bills totaling $98,633.44 (unanimous)
- Approved adding storm shelter to Town website once EMA plan and church approval are provided
- Approved library rocket launch at Walk Park on June 17
- Deferred decision on flags along SR 43 due to construction starting next year
- Agreed to wait until Pres. Butz returns to decide funding for a new mower
- Decided to stay with Comcast internet after Brightspeed quote showed a $14.00 difference
Town Council
The Town Council approved the lowest bid for project CCGM 2025-1 and authorized the payment of town bills. The council also approved the purchase of two new computers for the Clerk-Treasurer and agreed to proceed with a wastewater project grant meeting.
- Approved $154,906.88 in bills (Unanimous)
- Approved Reith Riley bid of $317,807.40 for CCGM 2025-1 (Unanimous)
- Approved purchase of two new computers for Clerk-Treasurer
- Approved proceeding with wastewater project grant meeting
Town Council
The Brookston Town Council approved paying $5,600 for pickleball court posts and nets, and approved $67,890.72 in bills. They also gave the go-ahead for a new pavilion at Wood St. Park, funded by donations, and approved use of the tennis court by a local instructor. No other major decisions were made.
- Approved $67,890.72 in bills (unanimous)
- Approved $5,600 for pickleball court posts and nets (unanimous)
- Approved moving forward with Wood St. Park pavilion project (no cost to town)
- Approved Gerald's use of tennis court for lessons (no charge unless substitute needed)
Town Council
The Brookston Town Council unanimously approved payment of $130,176.15 in accounts payable bills. The council also approved the hiring of Freddy Martinez as a part-time deputy, contingent on a successful interview outcome. No other substantive votes were recorded; most items were status reports or discussions.
- Approved $130,176.15 in bills (Unanimous)
- Approved hiring Freddy Martinez as part-time deputy
Town Council
The Brookston Town Council unanimously approved payment of $70,191.05 in bills. The council also accepted a fire agreement where the town owns the building and pays 30% of utilities while the fire department pays 70%. Additionally, the council permitted the use of the fire station for a private graduation party.
- Approved minutes from previous meeting (unanimous)
- Approved payment of $70,191.05 in bills (unanimous)
- Accepted Fire Agreement with Prairie Township volunteer fire department (unanimous)
- Approved use of fire station for daughter's graduation party
Town Council
The Brookston Town Council approved the minutes and paid bills totaling $197,504.85. They also approved a policy to void checks older than two years after attempting contact, and approved setting up a government YouTube account. No other substantive decisions were made; other items were discussions or reports.
- Approved minutes as read (unanimous)
- Approved bills totaling $197,504.85 (unanimous)
- Adopted policy to call on checks after one year, void if no response after two years (unanimous)
- Approved setting up government YouTube account (unanimous)
Town Council
The Brookston Town Council approved the minutes and bills totaling $139,514.62. The fire department agreement was tabled pending attorney review. The ST Rd 43 construction project was pushed back to 2026, and the town will apply for an Alliance grant for sewer wages. No other major decisions were made.
- Approved minutes as read (unanimous)
- Approved bills totaling $139,514.62 (unanimous)
- Tabled fire department agreement to next meeting
- Noted ST Rd 43 project delayed to 2026
- Will apply for Alliance grant (due April 1)
Town Council
The Brookston Town Council approved the Comprehensive Plan and two zoning amendments, and paid bills totaling $168,118.82. The council also discussed the fire department agreement, wastewater project, and other routine reports.
- Approved minutes of previous meeting (unanimous)
- Approved bills totaling $168,118.82 (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution #1-2025 adopting the Comprehensive Plan (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance #2-2025 (A81) updating battery storage zoning standards (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance #3-2025 (A82) updating parking and loading standards for data centers and broadband (unanimous)
Town Council
The Brookston Town Council unanimously approved payment of $88,892.79 in bills. The council re-elected President Butz and Vice President North to their positions. While no formal vote was recorded for the water meter project, Engineering Ken recommended Utility Supply Company for new meters, noting that INDOT will cover construction costs except for a $30,000 town payment.
- Approved payment of $88,892.79 in bills (unanimous)
- Re-elected Pres. Butz as President (motion carried)
- Re-elected VP North as Vice President (motion carried)
- Approved minutes from previous meeting (motion carried)