New Haven public meetings in 2025

Board of Works

The New Haven Board of Public Works & Safety will consider approving numerous invoices and payments, including a $488,674.06 payment for the CCMG 2024-02 project, $40,000 for bond counsel services, and various engineering and public safety expenses. The board will also review a police training policy and professional service agreements.

• Approval of API invoice #19875 for $488,674.06 for CCMG 2024-02
• Approval of Barnes & Thornburg LLP invoice for $40,000 for bond counsel services
• Approval of $2,550.03 end-of-year bad debt write off
• Approval of Motorola invoice for $31,058.83 for police equipment
• Approval of New Haven Police Department Training and Instructor Policy

The Board of Public Works & Safety approved all items on the agenda, including a $488,674.06 invoice from API for the CCMG 2024-02 project, a $53,582.90 change order for the same project, and a $40,000 bond counsel invoice. All motions were approved unanimously by the three members present. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved $2,550.03 bad debt write-off
• Approved $40,000 Barnes & Thornburg bond counsel invoice
• Approved $14,725 S&P Global invoice for 2025 GO Bonds
• Approved $488,674.06 API invoice for CCMG 2024-02
• Approved $53,582.90 API change order #3 for CCMG 2024-2 Resurfacing
• Approved $31,058.83 Motorola invoice for police equipment
• Approved $21,167.67 Keisler Police Supply invoice for handguns
• Approved New Haven Police Department Training and Instructor Policy

Common Council

The New Haven Common Council will hold public hearings on two resolutions: one to confirm an Economic Revitalization Area designation for Diversified Metal Specialties Inc., and another to waive non-compliance for Ruble Property Group/Ruble Truck Sales. The council will also introduce a resolution to transfer funds to the Insurance Reserve Fund, swear in Chief of Staff Ivan Almodovar, and consider a storage agreement.

• Public hearing on Resolution R-25-36: Economic Revitalization Area designation for Diversified Metal Specialties Inc. (NH-118)
• Public hearing on Resolution R-25-37: Waiving non-compliance for Ruble Property Group, LLC/Ruble Truck Sales, LLC
• Introduction of resolution authorizing transfer to the Insurance Reserve Fund
• Swearing in of Chief of Staff Ivan Almodovar
• Approval of storage agreement

The Common Council held public hearings and unanimously approved two resolutions: R-25-36 confirming an Economic Revitalization Area designation for Diversified Metal Specialties Inc., and R-25-37 waiving non-compliance for Ruble Property Group LLC/Ruble Truck Sales LLC. The council also introduced and approved a resolution authorizing a transfer to the Insurance Reserve Fund, approved a storage agreement, and swore in Ivan Almodovar as Chief of Staff. All votes were unanimous with no nays.

• Approved Resolution R-25-36 confirming Economic Revitalization Area for Diversified Metal Specialties Inc. (6-0)
• Approved Resolution R-25-37 waiving non-compliance for Ruble Property Group LLC/Ruble Truck Sales LLC (6-0)
• Approved Resolution R-25-38 authorizing transfer to Insurance Reserve Fund (6-0)
• Approved Storage Agreement (6-0)
• Swore in Ivan Almodovar as Chief of Staff

Fire/EMS Territory

The New Haven Fire/EMS Territory board meets to handle routine claims, approve minutes, and vote on new business including invoices and staffing changes. No major policy decisions are listed on this procedural agenda.

• Bound Tree Invoice #86003712
• East Central Fire & EMS Volunteer 4th Quarter Stipend Invoice #1050
• Probationary Career Staff status removal & Full-Time FF/EMT Pay Status Increase
• Career Staff New Hires

Redevelopment Commission

The New Haven Redevelopment Commission is meeting to approve previous minutes, consider an agreement with HWC Engineering, and discuss open projects. The agenda is mostly routine, with the HWC Engineering agreement being the only substantive new business item.

• Consideration of HWC Engineering Agreement
• Approval of November 12, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion on open projects

The New Haven Redevelopment Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the November 12, 2025 meeting. The Commission also unanimously approved the HWC Engineering agreement for the State Road 930 and Lincoln Highway intersection study. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned after a briefing on open projects.

• Approved November 12, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved HWC Engineering agreement for SR 930/Lincoln Highway intersection study (unanimous)

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission is holding a regular meeting with mostly procedural items: call to order, approval of minutes, and an update on an existing project. No specific decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from October 6, 2025
• Update on existing project

Board of Works

The New Haven Board of Public Works & Safety will vote on new hires, pay adjustments, and multiple contracts including sewer work, firewall upgrades, and police vehicle communications. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and standard procedural items.

• Approval of new hire Ivan Almodovar as Director of Public Works ($2,884.62 biweekly) and Chief of Staff ($100.75 biweekly)
• Annual pay increase for Custodian Shawn Manley to $21.50 hourly from $20.80
• Approval of Exos invoice #31351 ($11,923.00) for City Hall Firewall Project
• Approval of Crosby Excavating pay applications #7 ($289,879.20) and #8 ($67,676.10) for Tanglewood Sanitary Sewer Project
• Approval of First Due Communications quote #25158 ($56,275.81) for Police vehicle communications

The Board of Public Works & Safety approved all items on the agenda, including hiring Ivan Almodovar for two positions, a pay increase for a custodian, several invoices and pay applications, a property management agreement, police equipment purchase, and sending two police vehicles to auction. All votes were unanimous among the two voting members present, with Almodovar recusing himself from votes on his own hires.

• Approved hiring Ivan Almodovar as Director of Public Works effective 12/01/25, transitioning to City Asset Manager on 01/01/2026, at $2,884.62 biweekly (Almodovar recused)
• Approved hiring Ivan Almodovar as Chief of Staff effective 12/1/2025 at $100.75 biweekly (Almodovar recused)
• Approved annual pay increase for Custodian Shawn Manley to $21.50/hour from $20.80/hour, effective 12/1/2025
• Approved Exos invoice #31351 for $11,923.00 for City Hall Firewall Project
• Approved INDOT invoice #25917 for $10,405.00 for Linden Road and Rose Avenue RAB
• Approved Crosby Excavating pay application #7 for $289,879.20 for Tanglewood Sanitary Sewer Project
• Approved Crosby Excavating pay application #8 for $67,676.10 for Tanglewood Sanitary Sewer Project
• Approved Property Management Agreement effective 12/1/2025, with snow removal to be negotiated

Common Council

The New Haven Common Council will hold its regular meeting on December 2, 2025. The main item is the second reading of Ordinance Z-25-30, which would amend Chapter 157 of the New Haven Unified Development Ordinance. The council will also approve minutes from the November 18 meeting and hear public comments.

• Second reading of Ordinance Z-25-30 amending Chapter 157 (Unified Development Ordinance)
• Approval of minutes from 11/18/2025 meeting
• Public comments period

The Common Council approved the second reading of Ordinance Z-25-30, amending Chapter 157 of the New Haven Unified Development Ordinance, by a unanimous 7-0 vote. The council also approved the minutes from the November 18, 2025 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from 11/18/2025 meeting (7-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance Z-25-30, amending Chapter 157 Unified Development Ordinance (7-0)

Park Board

The New Haven Park Board is meeting to approve minutes and claims, and to discuss several park improvements, including Moser Diamond lighting, restroom update estimates, and accessible parking at the Farm. They will also discuss the Haskamp Loop Trail. The meeting is a regular business session with no public hearings scheduled.

• Moser Diamond Lighting
• Restroom Update Estimates
• Accessible Parking @ Farm
• Haskamp Loop Trail

The New Haven Park Board approved three contracts: a $138,125 local bid for Moser Diamond lighting, Eagle's $131,662 bid for restroom updates, and a not-to-exceed $19,000 bid from Crystal Creek for accessible parking at the farm. The board tabled a trail bid from Travis Industries until more bids and details are available. Claims totaling $265,761.48 were approved.

• Approved $138,125 local bid for Moser Diamond lighting (motion carried)
• Approved Eagle's $131,662 bid for restroom updates (motion carried)
• Approved not-to-exceed $19,000 for accessible parking at farm from Crystal Creek (motion carried)
• Tabled Travis Industries $25,000 bid for Haskamp Loop Trail until more bids and details are available
• Approved claims totaling $265,761.48

Board of Works

The New Haven Board of Public Works & Safety will vote on a series of invoices, change orders, and contracts, including a $950,039 land purchase and a $258,262 change order for a resurfacing project. The board will also consider a salary adjustment and a service agreement.

• Metropolitan Title final settlement up to $950,039 for multiple parcels
• API change order #6: $258,262.13 for CCMG 2024-1 Resurfacing
• Thieneman Construction change order #4: $62,921.67 for Wet Weather Treatment Facility
• Crosby Excavating Pay Application #6: $96,083.00 for Tanglewood Sanitary Sewer
• Salary change for Community Development Coordinator Samanth Oyler to $22.00/hr

The Board of Public Works & Safety approved all items on the agenda, including a $950,039 settlement for multiple parcels, a $258,262 change order for the CCMG 2024-1 Resurfacing Project, and several invoices and pay applications. A salary increase for the Community Development Coordinator was also approved. All votes were unanimous with two members present.

• Approved minutes from 11/04/2025
• Approved Teleweb Service Agreement
• Approved Next Level Services invoice #566 for $25,760.00 for concrete leveling
• Approved Thieneman Construction change order #4 for $62,921.67 for Wet Weather Treatment Facility
• Approved Lochmueller invoice #820482 for $35,449.33 for Sunnymede Stormwater Improvements
• Approved DLZ invoices #607540 ($30,918.13) and #607536 ($1,781.25)
• Approved Crosby Excavating Pay Application #6 for $96,083.00 for Tanglewood Sanitary Sewer
• Approved Bunn Excavating Pay App #12 for $38,749.67 for Edgerton Road Watermain Improvements

Common Council

The New Haven Common Council will hold its regular meeting on November 18, 2025, with several items on the agenda. They will take a second reading of a zoning map amendment, introduce resolutions for an economic revitalization area and a non-compliance waiver, and introduce a solar ordinance amendment. Public comments will be heard.

• Second reading of ordinance amending the Zoning Map of the New Haven Plan Commission's Jurisdictional Area
• Resolution to correct scrivener's error
• Resolution for Economic Revitalization Area No. NH-118 for Diversified Metal Specialties Inc.
• Resolution waiving non-compliance for Ruble Property Group, LLC/Ruble Trucking Sales, LLC
• First reading of ordinance amending Chapter 157 (Solar Ordinance)

Fire/EMS Territory

The Fire/EMS Territory board will meet to approve minutes, pay claims, and take final votes on unfinished business including refinishing work at Maumee Township Station and a merit ordinance resolution. New business includes title changes for District and Deputy Chiefs, the 2026 Lieutenants promotion process, a cardiac monitor purchase for Station 5, a contract renewal for Medical Director Dr. Smith, and employee tuition reimbursement policy.

• Refinishing Bay Floor at Maumee Township Station
• Title Change for District Chief
• Title Change for Deputy Chief
• Station 5 Cardiac Monitor LifePak 15 purchase
• 2026 Medical Director Dr. Smith Contract

The East Central Fire/EMS Territory Board approved several personnel and equipment items, including changing District Chiefs' titles to Battalion Chief and Deputy Chief Mark Hoeppner's title to Fire Marshall, effective January 11, 2026. They also approved the purchase of a refurbished LifePak 15 cardiac monitor for $21,266.67, the 2026 medical director contract with Dr. Corbett Smith, and a $579.42 tuition reimbursement for District Chief Matt Braun. The board tabled the Merit Ordinance Resolution until December and decided not to act on refinishing the bay floor at Maumee Township Station.

• Approved October meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved pay claims (unanimous)
• Tabled Merit Ordinance Resolution until December (unanimous)
• Changed District Chiefs' titles to Battalion Chief (unanimous)
• Changed Mark Hoeppner's title from Deputy Chief to Fire Marshall (6-1, Jeff Abbot opposed)
• Approved purchase of LifePak 15 for $21,266.67 (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 medical director contract with Dr. Smith (unanimous)
• Approved $579.42 tuition reimbursement for Matt Braun (unanimous)

Redevelopment Commission

The New Haven Redevelopment Commission will consider the 2026 TIF spending plan and a study of the SR930 & Lincoln Highway intersection. The meeting also includes approval of the October 8, 2025 minutes and routine administrative items.

• Consideration of 2026 TIF Spending Plan
• Consideration of SR930 & Lincoln Highway Intersection Study
• Approval of minutes from October 8, 2025

The New Haven Redevelopment Commission unanimously approved the 2026 TIF spending plan and the SR930 & Lincoln Highway intersection study. Both items were approved without discussion or changes. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no other substantive decisions made.

• Approved October 8, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 TIF spending plan (unanimous)
• Approved SR930 & Lincoln Highway intersection study (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The New Haven Plan Commission is meeting to consider a proposed solar ordinance (25-TXT-01) in a public hearing. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the previous meeting and other routine business. No other substantive items are listed.

• Public hearing on 25-TXT-01, a solar ordinance
• Approval of minutes from previous meeting

Board of Works

The Board of Public Works & Safety will vote on multiple invoices totaling over $1.1 million for engineering services, road projects, and police department policies. It will also introduce resolutions for real estate purchases and a parking schedule amendment.

• Approval of VS Engineering invoice $7,650 for CCMG 2026-01
• Approval of USI invoice $56,521 for Linden Road and Rose Avenue
• Approval of Wessler Engineering invoices totaling $49,579.94 for CSO LTCP Update and Tanglewood Road
• Introduction of purchase agreement for 400 Block of West Lincoln Highway (Isenbarger Property)
• Approval of New Haven Police Department Vehicle Pursuit Policy

The Board of Public Works & Safety approved multiple invoices, change orders, and resolutions, including a $900,000 final settlement for Metropolitan Title and purchase agreements for properties on West Lincoln Highway. All motions passed unanimously with no discussion of opposition.

• Approved VS Engineering invoice #579202 for $7,650.00 (CCMG 2026-01)
• Approved USI invoice #25684 for $56,521.00 (Linden Road and Rose Ave)
• Approved Wessler Engineering invoices #48144 ($39,493.09), #48141 ($6,090.85), #48138 ($4,086.25)
• Approved API change orders #5 ($3,750.00) and #2 ($3,750.00) for CCMG resurfacing projects
• Approved Crosby change order #5 for $58,800.00 (Tanglewood Sanitary Sewer Project)
• Approved New Haven Land Trust invoice #2025-001 for $90,000.00 (downtown revitalization site control)
• Approved Metropolitan Title final settlement not to exceed $900,000.00
• Approved resolutions R-25-8, R-25-9, R-25-10 for property purchases and parking schedule amendment

Common Council

The New Haven Common Council will hold a public hearing and second reading of an ordinance authorizing general obligation bonds for downtown projects. The council will also introduce resolutions on economic revitalization, property purchases, and fund transfers, plus consider new stop signs and a zoning map amendment.

• Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance G-25-28 authorizing general obligation bonds for downtown district projects
• Introduction of declaratory resolution for Economic Revitalization Area NO.NH-118 (Diversified Metal Specialties Inc.)
• Approval of two new stop signs on Park Avenue at North Park and South Park intersections
• Introduction of resolutions expressing interest in purchasing properties at 620 Lincoln Highway W and along 400 block of West Lincoln Highway
• Introduction and first reading of ordinance amending zoning map; solar ordinance presentation (25-TXT-01)

The Common Council approved Ordinance G-25-28 authorizing general obligation bonds for downtown projects, approved two new stop signs on Park Avenue, and introduced several resolutions including economic revitalization area designation, fund transfers, and property purchase expressions of interest. All votes were unanimous with six ayes and no nays.

• Approved Ordinance G-25-28 authorizing general obligation bonds for downtown district projects (6-0)
• Approved two new stop signs on Park Avenue at North Park and South Park intersections (6-0)
• Introduced Resolution R-25-30 for economic revitalization area designation for Diversified Metal Specialties Inc. (6-0)
• Introduced Resolution R-25-31 to transfer city funds between accounts for 2025 (6-0)
• Introduced Resolution R-25-32 expressing interest in purchasing real estate at 620 Lincoln Highway W (Fuentes Property) (6-0)
• Introduced Resolution R-25-33 expressing interest in purchasing real estate along 400 block of West Lincoln Highway (Isenbarger Property) (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance Z-25-29 amending the zoning map of the New Haven Plan Commission's jurisdictional area (6-0)

Park Board

The New Haven Park Board will meet on November 3, 2025, to discuss routine business including approving minutes, claims, and reports. The board will review a rewritten donation agreement and decide whether to move forward with the bathroom bid process and finalize grading at the Farm.

• Re-written Donation Agreement
• Move Forward with Bathroom Bid Process
• Finalizing grade at Farm

The New Haven Park Board approved moving forward with finalizing the grade at Marylands Farm at a cost not to exceed $14,000, after receiving two quotes. The board also approved $231,493.85 in claims, the 2026 meeting dates, and the agenda and prior minutes. Several reports and discussions were held, including restroom winterization and a potential city-built building.

• Approved $231,493.85 in claims (motion carried)
• Approved moving forward with Marylands Farm grading at cost not to exceed $14,000 (motion carried)
• Approved 2026 Park Board meeting dates (motion carried)
• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved October 9, 2025 special meeting minutes (motion carried)

Board of Works

The Board of Public Works & Safety will meet to approve several invoices and contracts, including a $22,800 software upgrade, a $14,556 engineering invoice, a $104,208 pay application, and a $75,585 manhole rehabilitation quote. The board will also consider destroying 8 iPhones and approving minutes from the previous meeting.

• BS&A software invoice #163262 for $22,800.00
• DLZ invoice #000607159 for $14,556.12 (South Maplecrest Road Improvements)
• API Pay Application #1 for $104,208.69 (CCMG 2024-02)
• Monoform quote for $75,585.00 (Manhole Rehabilitation)
• The Alliance invoice #2025-18 for $40,000.00 (service fee)

The New Haven Board of Public Works & Safety held a special meeting on October 24, 2025, and approved all items on the agenda. This included payments for software upgrades, engineering services, road improvements, and utility work, as well as the destruction of 8 iPhones. All motions passed unanimously with no discussion or opposition recorded.

• Approved minutes from 10/07/2025
• Approved BS&A software invoice #163262 for $22,800.00 for upgrade implementation
• Approved destruction of 8 iPhones
• Approved DLZ invoice #000607159 for $14,556.12 for South Maplecrest Road Improvements
• Approved API Change Order #1 for $8,919.10 for CCMG 2024 Resurfacing Project
• Approved API Pay Application #1 for $104,208.69 for CCMG 2024-02
• Approved The Alliance invoice #2025-18 for $40,000.00 for service fee
• Approved BF&S Invoice #109830 for $4,675.00 for MS4 Program Evaluation

Board of Zoning Appeals

The New Haven Board of Zoning Appeals has cancelled its October 15, 2025 meeting because no petitions were submitted for review. The next meeting is scheduled for the same time and location.

Plan Commission

The New Haven Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on the Cedar Southwest rezoning and primary development plan, and will discuss a proposed solar ordinance. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and other business.

• 25-Z-04 - Cedar Southwest - Rezoning (public hearing)
• 25-PDP-06 - Cedar Southwest - Primary Development (public hearing)
• 25-TXT-01 - Solar Ordinance (public meeting item)

The New Haven Plan Commission unanimously approved two primary development proposals: a RaceTrac gas station with truck parking at Doyle Rd./US 30, including all four waivers, and a Card and Associates outpatient physical therapy facility on Minnich Rd., including its waiver. The commission also approved two redevelopment resolutions and a proposal to create a commercial solar ordinance.

• Approved RaceTrac primary development at Doyle Rd./US 30 (unanimous)
• Approved all 4 waivers for RaceTrac development (unanimous)
• Approved Card and Associates primary development at 3900 block Minnich Rd. (unanimous)
• Approved waiver for Card and Associates development (unanimous)
• Approved resolution 25-RES-02 for economic development at Maplecrest & SR 930 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution 25-RES-03 for economic development at W Lincoln Hwy/SR 930 (unanimous)
• Approved creation of commercial solar ordinance (unanimous)

Fire/EMS Territory

The Fire/EMS Territory board is meeting to approve minutes, pay claims, and consider several new business items, including an interlocal agreement to establish a County Fire/EMS Executive Chief, approval of a Best Practices and Procedures Index, and a request to refinish the bay floor at Maumee Township Station. The board will also vote on attending a Certified Public Manager training course at a cost of $1,795.00.

• Interlocal agreement to establish County Fire/EMS Executive Chief
• Approval of Best Practices and Procedures Index
• Refinishing Bay Floor at Maumee Township Station
• Approval to attend CPM Phase 1 training, invoice #1144 for $1,795.00
• Approval of September 11, 2025 minutes

The East Central Fire & EMS Protection Territory Board approved the interlocal agreement to establish a County Fire/EMS Executive Chief, which had already been approved by Allen County officials and other fire districts. The board also approved the Best Practices and Procedures Index (E-0001 to E-0015) and approved $1,795 for the Chief to attend a Certified Public Manager course. A decision on refinishing the bay floor at Maumee Township Station was delayed until next month due to low attendance.

• Approved interlocal agreement to establish County Fire/EMS Executive Chief (4-0)
• Approved Best Practices and Procedures Index E-0001 to E-0015 (4-0)
• Approved $1,795 for Chief to attend CPM Phase 1 (4-0)
• Delayed decision on refinishing bay floor at Maumee Township Station until next month

Park Board

The New Haven Park Board is meeting to approve claims and reports, and to discuss old business including the Moser Park electric service upgrade and donation agreement updates. New business includes proposed 2026 fees, wages, concession charges, and powerwashing quotes. The board will also confirm the next meeting date of November 3rd, 2025.

• Moser Park Electric Service Upgrade
• Donation Agreement Updates
• Proposed Fees 2026
• Proposed Wages 2026
• Powerwashing Quotes

The New Haven Park Board approved the agenda, minutes, and claims totaling $165,371.64. They also approved the 2026 fees, wages, and proposed concession charges. The board accepted Henry's bid for electrical panel repairs at Moser Park and approved the lowest bid for power washing boardwalks.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved September 2 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved claims totaling $165,371.64 (motion carried)
• Approved Henry's bid for electrical panel repairs at Moser Park (motion carried)
• Approved lowest bid for power washing boardwalks (motion carried)
• Approved 2026 fees (motion carried)
• Approved 2026 wages (motion carried)
• Approved proposed concession charges (motion carried)

Redevelopment Commission

The New Haven Redevelopment Commission is meeting to hear a presentation on the New Haven TIF, hold public hearings on confirming declaratory resolutions for the Adams Center Road EDA Acquisition List and the Spectra Project, and consider confirming those resolutions. The agenda also includes approval of the September 10, 2025 minutes.

• New Haven TIF Presentation
• Public Hearing on Confirming Declaratory Resolution — Adams Center Road EDA Acquisition List
• Consideration of Confirming Declaratory Resolution — Adams Center Road EDA Acquisition List
• Public Hearing on Confirming Declaratory Resolution — Spectra Project
• Consideration of Confirming Declaratory Resolution — Spectra Project

The New Haven Redevelopment Commission unanimously approved the September 10, 2025 meeting minutes and two Confirming Declaratory Resolutions—one for the Adams Center Road EDA Acquisition List and one for the Spectra Project—after public hearings with no comments. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved September 10, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Confirming Declaratory Resolution - Adams Center Road EDA Acquisition List (unanimous)
• Approved Confirming Declaratory Resolution - Spectra Project (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council will hold second readings of two ordinances: one creating a Food and Beverage Tax Receipts Fund and one prohibiting commercial use of public records. They will also introduce resolutions to declare dormant funds and transfer city funds, plus a first reading of an ordinance authorizing general obligation bonds for downtown projects. Public comments are invited.

• Second reading of Ordinance G-25-26 creating Food and Beverage Tax Receipts Fund
• Second reading of Ordinance G-25-27 prohibiting commercial use of public records
• Resolution declaring dormant funds
• Resolution to transfer city funds between accounts for 2025
• First reading of ordinance authorizing general obligation bonds for downtown district projects

Board of Works

The Board of Public Works and Safety will consider approving multiple invoices and pay applications for city projects, including a $128,974.16 payment for Edgerton Road Watermain Improvements and a $50,866.14 invoice for Sunnymede Stormwater Improvements. The board will also vote on two new stop signs, two pay increases, and introduce resolutions expressing interest in purchasing two properties along West Lincoln Highway. Several other engineering invoices and a bereavement policy are on the agenda.

• Bunn Excavating Pay Application #11: $128,974.16 for Edgerton Road Watermain Improvements
• Lochmueller Invoice #820367: $50,866.14 for Sunnymede Stormwater Improvements
• Two new stop signs at Park Avenue at North Park and South Park intersections
• Pay increase for Engineering Field Supervisor Jennifer Basting to $31.75/hour and Engineering Technician Brook Retherford to $30.40/hour
• Resolutions expressing interest in purchasing real estate at 400 block of West Lincoln Highway (Isenbarger Property) and 620 Lincoln Highway W. (Fuentes Property)

The Board of Public Works & Safety approved all items on the agenda, including multiple engineering and software invoices, two new stop signs, two employee pay increases, and two resolutions expressing interest in purchasing properties. All motions passed unanimously with Bob Byrd and Steve McMichael present; Ivan Almodovar was absent.

• Approved BS&A Software invoice #163255 for $27,255.00 (annual billing)
• Approved Bunn Excavating Pay Application #11 for $128,974.16 (Edgerton Road Watermain Improvements)
• Approved Lochmueller invoice #820367 for $50,866.14 (Sunnymede Stormwater Improvements)
• Approved two new stop signs on Park Avenue at North Park and South Park intersections
• Approved Next Level Services quote #1391 for $25,760.00 (concrete leveling)
• Approved pay increase for Jennifer Basting to $31.75/hr and Brook Retherford to $30.40/hr, effective 9/21/2025
• Approved resolutions R-25-06 and R-25-07 expressing interest in purchasing properties on West Lincoln Highway
• Approved New Haven Police Department Funeral Leave (Bereavement) Policy

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission is holding a regular meeting on October 6, 2025, at 5:30 PM in the City Hall Community Room. The agenda includes approval of the July 2, 2025 minutes, old and new business, and project updates. No specific action items or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from July 2, 2025 meeting
• Project updates under Other Business

The Economic Development Commission met on October 6, 2025, and approved the minutes from the July 2, 2025 meeting. Staff provided updates on the Spectra project and the New Haven District fieldhouse, but no formal decisions or votes were taken on these items. The meeting adjourned with no further business.

• Approved minutes from July 2, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Park Board

The New Haven Park Board will hold its regular meeting to discuss proposed 2026 fees and wages, review old business such as the Moser Park electric service upgrade, and consider a donation agreement rewrite. The board will also hear maintenance and director reports.

• Moser Park Electric Service Upgrade
• Donation Agreement Re-Write
• Proposed Fees 2026
• Proposed Wages 2026
• Powerwash Costs

Board of Zoning Appeals

The New Haven Board of Zoning Appeals meeting scheduled for September 17, 2025, has been cancelled because there are no petitions to be heard. The next regular meeting is set for Tuesday, October 15, 2025, at 5:30 PM in the Community Room of the New Haven Administration Building.

• Meeting cancelled due to no petitions
• Next meeting: October 15, 2025, 5:30 PM

Board of Works

The New Haven Board of Public Works & Safety will consider several approvals, including a $334,552.95 payment for the Tanglewood Sanitary Sewer Project, a $42,215.65 contract with CivicPlus, and a $52,500 land purchase. The board will also discuss a resolution to transfer personal property to Richland Township and approve a special event permit for City Hall Fall Fest.

• Approval of CivicPlus quote Q-107412-1 for $42,215.65
• Approval of DLZ Invoice #606855 for $25,971.13
• Approval of Crosby Pay App #5 for $334,552.95 for Tanglewood Sanitary Sewer Project
• Approval of Agreement of Sale and Purchase for $52,500.00 for land purchase
• Approval of disbursement request #1 for $360,642.35 to Card Associates Athletic Facilities, LLC

The Board of Public Works & Safety approved all items on the agenda, including a $334,552.95 payment for the Tanglewood Sanitary Sewer Project, a $52,500 land purchase, and a $42,215.65 CivicPlus services quote. All motions passed unanimously with two members present (Bob Byrd and Ivan Almodovar); Steve McMichael was absent. The board also approved a resolution transferring personal property to Richland Township and several other payments and agreements.

• Approved minutes from 09/02/2025 meeting
• Approved resolution R-25-25 authorizing transfer of personal property to Richland Township
• Approved CivicPlus quote Q-107412-1 for $42,215.65
• Approved DLZ Invoice #606855 for $25,971.13
• Approved Crosby Pay App #5 for $334,552.95 for Tanglewood Sanitary Sewer Project
• Approved Grant of Easement for Recreational Trail
• Approved Agreement of Sale and Purchase for land at $52,500.00
• Approved disbursement request #1 for $30,642.35 to Card and Associates Athletic Facilities

Common Council

The Common Council will hold second readings and likely vote on the 2026 budget and compensation ordinances for city officers, employees, and elected officials. They will also introduce new items, including a food and beverage tax fund, a restriction on using public records for commercial purposes, and resolutions related to the Adams Center Road Economic Development Area.

• Second reading of Ordinance A-25-23 (Budget 2026)
• Second reading of Ordinance A-25-24 (2026 compensation for officers/employees)
• Second reading of Ordinance A-25-25 (2026 elected officials' compensation)
• Public hearing on additional appropriation for Local Road & Bridge Matching Grant Fund (#2402)
• Introduction of ordinance creating Food and Beverage Tax Receipts Fund

Fire/EMS Territory

The Fire/EMS Territory board will consider approving multiple invoices totaling over $151,000, including payments for equipment, flooring, insurance, and employee physicals. They will also discuss the purchase of a new EMS unit in 2028 and a part-time new hire. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and pay claims.

• Heckley Restorations LLC invoice $10,941.64 for Grass Rig 19 damage (covered by Norfolk Southern Railroad insurance)
• Homestead Coating & Construction LLC invoice $24,850.00 for flooring at Station #5, 17022 Woodburn Road
• East Central Fire & EMS Volunteer Association invoice $36,005.25 for Q3 stipend
• Hoosier Fire Equipment invoice $39,329.47 for Ladder Truck 17 equipment
• Capstone Insurance Group invoice $23,312.00 for Q3 property/vehicle coverage

The East Central Fire & EMS Protection Territory Board approved the purchase of a new EMS unit for $462,932, with delivery expected in the first quarter of 2028. The board also approved several invoices, including a $10,941.64 payment for repairs to Grass Rig 19 and a $24,850 flooring invoice for Station #5. A part-time firefighter/EMT was hired at $18.00 per hour. All decisions were approved unanimously with Chad Bauer absent.

• Approved purchase of new EMS unit for $462,932 (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $10,941.64 to Heckley Restorations LLC for Grass Rig 19 repairs (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $24,850.00 to Homestead Coating & Construction LLC for Station #5 flooring (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Carson Vogt as Part-Time FF/EMT Basic at $18.00/hour (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $36,005.25 to East Central Fire & EMS Volunteer Association for Q3 stipend (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $16,763.59 to Professional Health Services Inc for employee physicals (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $39,329.47 to Hoosier Fire Equipment for Ladder Truck 17 equipment (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $23,312.00 to Capstone Insurance Group for Q3 property/vehicle coverage (unanimous)

Redevelopment Commission

The New Haven Redevelopment Commission will hold a regular meeting on September 10, 2025. The main item is a resolution to approve an economic development agreement with Spectra. The commission will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and handle any other business.

• Resolution approving economic development agreement with Spectra
• Approval of minutes from August 13, 2025 meeting

Plan Commission

The New Haven Plan Commission will meet on September 9, 2025, at 5:30 PM in the City Hall Community Room to conduct public hearings and discuss economic development amendments. Two public hearings will cover a RaceTrac Gas Station and Truck Fueling project and the New Haven District Fieldhouse. Additional items include amendments to economic development plans for the Adams Center Road area.

• 24-DV-10 – RaceTrac Gas Station and Truck Fueling (public hearing)
• 25-PDP-05 – New Haven District Fieldhouse (public hearing)
• 25-RES-02 – Amendment to Adams Center Road Economic Development Area plan (public hearing)
• 25-RES-03 – Amendment to Adams Center Road Economic Development Area Plan (public hearing)
• Ordinance Proposal (new business)

The New Haven Plan Commission unanimously approved the amended primary development proposal 25-PDP-01 by Twins Trucking for four industrial buildings at 2082 Summit Street, with conditions addressing access and landscaping. The approval followed a staff recommendation and no public comment. The previous meeting's minutes from July 8, 2025, were also unanimously approved.

• Approved 25-PDP-01 for Twins Trucking's 4 industrial buildings at 2082 Summit Street with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved July 8, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Works

The New Haven Board of Public Works & Safety will consider approving multiple invoices for engineering and construction services, including a $37,392 payment for the Linden Rd & Rose Ave roundabout. The board will also review special event permits, a police firearms policy, and an animal control agreement. Most agenda items are routine approvals of payments and permits.

• USI Invoice #25202: $37,392.00 for Linden Rd & Rose Ave Roundabout (Des #2300608)
• VS Engineering Invoice #581603: $30,288.75 for Sherbrook Dr. Reconstruction
• Wessler Invoice #47694: $58,577.55 for Edgerton Road WM & Booster Station
• Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control invoice: $21,250.00 for animal care and control agreement
• Special event permits EV-25-16 (fall block party) and EV-25-17 (Rack & Helens dancing in the street)

Common Council

The New Haven Common Council will hold public hearings and first readings on the 2026 budget, city employee compensation, and elected official pay. They will also introduce resolutions to waive non-compliance for Niche Holdings LLC/Havenwood Properties LLC and to appeal for a levy increase above the maximum. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and public comments.

• Public hearing and first reading of Budget 2026 ordinance
• First reading of ordinance fixing 2026 compensation for city officers and employees
• First reading of ordinance establishing 2026 elected officials' compensation
• Resolution waiving non-compliance for Niche Holdings LLC/Havenwood Properties LLC under R-20-22
• Resolution to appeal to Indiana DLGF for levy increase above maximum

The Common Council approved first readings of the 2026 budget ordinance and two compensation ordinances, and introduced resolutions to waive non-compliance for Niche Holdings and to appeal for a levy increase. All votes were unanimous (6-0). No public comments were made during the budget hearing.

• Approved minutes from 08/19/2025 meeting (6-0)
• Approved introduction of Resolution R-25-24 waiving non-compliance for Niche Holdings LLC/Havenwood Properties LLC (6-0)
• Approved introduction of Resolution R-25-25 to appeal to Indiana DLGF for levy increase (6-0)
• Approved first reading of Budget 2026 ordinance A-25-23 (6-0)
• Approved first reading of compensation ordinance A-25-24 for officers/employees (6-0)
• Approved first reading of compensation ordinance A-25-25 for elected officials (6-0)

Park Board

The New Haven Park Board is meeting to approve a re-written donation agreement for Maryland's Farm, a programming agreement with the YMCA, and concrete pads for future structures. They will also approve claims and hear reports from directors.

• Approve re-written donation agreement for Maryland's Farm
• Programming agreement with YMCA
• Concrete pads for future structures
• Approval of claims

The New Haven Park Board approved September claims totaling $102,519.03, capped spending on concrete pads at Marylands Farm at $12,000, and noted the YMCA programming agreement was signed. The board also discussed a potential 'Friends of the Parks' committee and upcoming Moser Park lighting details.

• Approved September 2, 2025 claims totaling $102,519.03
• Capped concrete pad spending at Marylands Farm at $12,000
• Capped fence bids at Marylands Farm at $7,000
• Approved re-written Donation Agreement for Marylands Farm (not yet received)
• Signed YMCA programming agreement
• Approved agenda and August meeting minutes

Board of Works

The New Haven Board of Public Works & Safety will vote on several contracts and invoices, including $211,886 for Edgerton Rd watermain improvements and $34,600 for engineering services. The board will also consider a salary increase for an employee and approval of a downtown trick-or-treat event.

• $211,886.24 for Edgerton Rd Watermain Improvements (Bunn Excavating Pay App #10)
• $34,600.00 for VS Engineering Contract (CCMG 2026-01)
• $27,950.00 for parts (Kalida invoice #KJ22592)
• $13,974.35 for replacement traffic signal cabinet (Michiana invoice #7661)
• Salary increase for Cassidy Throm from $54,080 to $58,240 effective 8/24/2025

The Board of Public Works & Safety approved all agenda items, including a $211,886.24 payment to Bunn Excavating for Edgerton Rd watermain improvements, a $34,600 engineering contract, and a salary increase for Cassidy Throm. All motions were approved unanimously by the two members present.

• Approved Perry ProTech invoice #INV1178663 for $7,725.00 (increased from $6,162.50 quote)
• Approved BF&S invoice #109070 for $6,810.00 for Minnich Rd Trail Project
• Approved Lochmueller invoice #200313 for $2,045.25 for Minnich Rd Traffic Study
• Approved Bunn Excavating Pay App #10 for $211,886.24 for Edgerton Rd Watermain Improvements
• Approved VS Engineering contract for $34,600.00 for CCMG 2026-01
• Approved DLZ invoice #606474 for $10,608.00 for Maplecrest Rd Improvements
• Approved Bunn CO #5 for Edgerton Rd Extension due to railroad delays
• Approved salary increase for Cassidy Throm from $54,080.00 to $58,240.00 effective 8/24/2025

Common Council

The New Haven Common Council will hold its regular meeting on August 19, 2025, at 5:30 PM. The agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes, committee reports, and new business. Two resolutions are introduced: one to waive a fee for a late tax abatement compliance filing, and another to transfer city funds between accounts for 2025. The meeting also includes a swearing-in ceremony for K-9 Officer Millie and a presentation to Officer Zach Moord.

• Resolution waiving fee for late tax abatement compliance filing
• Resolution to transfer city funds between accounts for 2025
• Swearing in of K-9 Officer Millie
• Presentation to Officer Zach Moord and K-9 Officer Millie
• Approval of minutes from August 5, 2025, including executive session minutes

The Common Council approved the minutes from the August 5, 2025 regular and executive sessions. It introduced two resolutions by title only: one to waive a late filing fee for tax abatement compliance (R-25-22) and one to transfer city funds between accounts for 2025 (R-25-23), both approved unanimously. The council also swore in K-9 Officer Millie and presented an award to Officer Zach Moord and Millie.

• Approved August 5, 2025 regular meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved August 5, 2025 executive session minutes (5-0)
• Approved introduction of Resolution R-25-22 waiving late tax abatement compliance fee (5-0)
• Approved introduction of Resolution R-25-23 to transfer city funds between accounts for 2025 (5-0)

Fire/EMS Territory

The Fire/EMS Territory board is meeting to approve minutes and pay claims, then discuss unfinished business including a Garage Technologies agreement for vehicles 1-4, a command vehicle mileage log, the 2026 budget proposal, and a copier quote. New business includes invoices from MES and Barnes & Thornburg, and raises for full-time and part-time employees. Division reports will be given by deputy chiefs and EMS.

• Garage Technologies, Incorporated Agreement reference vehicles 1-4
• 2026 Budget Proposal
• Full Time Employee Raise
• Part Time Employee Raise
• MES Invoice and Barnes & Thornburg LLP Invoices #3441556 and #3441557

The East Central Fire/EMS Governing Body approved the proposed 2026 Budget and Salary Plan, the 2026 Equipment Replacement Budget, and several equipment and legal invoices. They also authorized the chief to sell four surplus vehicles and approved pay increases for part-time EMTs and a full-time paramedic hire. All votes were unanimous with two members absent.

• Approved 2026 Budget and Salary Plan (5-0)
• Approved 2026 Equipment Replacement Budget (5-0)
• Authorized chief to sell 4 surplus vehicles via Garage Technologies agreement (5-0)
• Approved MES Invoice IN2310182 for $11,325.80 for fire gear (5-0)
• Approved Barnes & Thornburg legal invoices totaling $11,872.00 for Ladder Truck 17 purchase (5-0)
• Approved copier purchase from Perry ProTech for $4,600 (5-0)
• Approved MES Invoice IN2305690 for $18,262.94 for fire gear (5-0)
• Approved pay increase to $20.75/hr for part-time EMTs Kyler Poling, Kyle McConniga, Shelby Rollins (5-0)

Park Board

The New Haven Park Board is holding a special meeting to consider approving a change order for Marylands Farm Park. The agenda contains only this single action item, with no other business listed.

• Approval of Change Order @ Marylands Farm Park

The New Haven Park Board approved a change order for Marylands Farm Park as presented. The motion was made by Keri Do, seconded by Randy Price, and carried. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved change order for Marylands Farm Park (motion carried)

Redevelopment Commission

The New Haven Redevelopment Commission will consider a declaratory resolution and economic development plan for the Adams Center Road Economic Development Area, approve a change order for the Lincoln Highway Complete Streets project, and allocate funds from the 469/Downtown TIF. They will also receive an update on the New Haven Fieldhouse. The meeting includes routine approval of minutes from July 9, 2025.

• Lincoln Highway Complete Streets - Change Order 1
• Declaratory Resolution and Economic Development Plan for Adams Center Road Economic Development Area
• Resolution approving allocation from 469/Downtown TIF
• Update on New Haven Fieldhouse

Plan Commission

The New Haven Plan Commission is meeting to review three primary development plans: Twins Trucking, 932 W Brookwood, and CDT Fuel. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and a presentation from Purdue University. No final decisions are listed; items are under old business and public hearing.

• 25-PDP-01 – Twins Trucking – Primary
• 25-PDP-02 – 932 W Brookwood – Primary
• 25-PDP-03 – CDT Fuel – Primary
• Approval of July 8, 2025 minutes
• Presentation by Purdue University

The New Haven Plan Commission unanimously approved primary development application 25-PDP-01 for Twins Trucking at 2082 Summit Street, consisting of four industrial buildings with conditions addressing access and landscaping. The previous meeting's minutes from July 8, 2025, were also approved unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved 25-PDP-01 for Twins Trucking (4 industrial buildings at 2082 Summit Street) with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved July 8, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Works

The New Haven Board of Public Works & Safety will consider approving numerous invoices and contracts, including a $250,812.92 payment for the Tanglewood Sanitary Sewer Project and a $132,630.00 invoice for the Broadway Street Sidewalk Rehabilitation Project. The board will also vote on a position change, a phone system proposal, and several event approvals.

• Approval of $250,812.92 invoice for Tanglewood Sanitary Sewer Project
• Approval of $132,630.00 invoice for Broadway Street Sidewalk Rehabilitation Project
• Approval of position change for Laney Barrow to HR Director with biweekly salary of $2,704.00
• Approval of $42,600.00 invoice for CIP Database
• Approval of purchase and sale agreement

The Board of Public Works & Safety approved numerous invoices and contracts, including a $250,812.92 payment for the Tanglewood Sanitary Sewer Project and a $132,630.00 invoice for the Broadway Street Sidewalk Rehabilitation Project. The board also approved a position change for Laney Barrow to HR Director with a biweekly salary of $2,704.00, and tabled the Teleweb phone system proposal. All motions were approved unanimously by the two present members, Steve McMichael and Bob Byrd.

• Approved Havel quote $4,566.59 for TXV replacement for chiller
• Approved Shambaugh invoice $29,618.00 for VAV Replacement
• Tabled Teleweb Proposal for phone system
• Approved position change for Laney Barrow to HR Director, biweekly salary $2,704.00 effective 8/10/2025
• Approved UNI Informatics invoice $42,600.00 for CIP Database
• Approved E&B Paving invoice $132,630.00 for Broadway Street Sidewalk Rehabilitation Project
• Approved Crosby invoice $250,812.92 for Tanglewood Sanitary Sewer Project
• Approved Purchase and Sale Agreement $50,000.00 for escrow

Common Council

The New Haven Common Council is holding an executive session to discuss potential real estate transactions. The agenda includes standard items like call to order, pledge, roll call, and approval of minutes, but the main business is the real estate discussion. No decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of potential real estate transactions

Common Council

The Common Council will vote on two resolutions: one to preliminarily authorize general obligation bonds, and another to approve a scoping and loan agreement with card and Associates Athletic Facilities, LLC. Public comments will be heard. The rest of the agenda is routine (minutes, reports).

• Resolution to issue general obligation bonds for the City of New Haven
• Resolution authorizing scoping and loan agreement with card and Associates Athletic Facilities, LLC
• Approval of minutes from July 15, 2025 meeting
• Public comments period

The Common Council approved two resolutions by title only. The first, R-25-20, makes a preliminary determination to issue general obligation bonds. The second, R-25-21, authorizes a scoping and loan agreement with Card and Associates Athletic Facilities, LLC. Both passed unanimously with six ayes and no nays.

• Approved preliminary determination to issue general obligation bonds (6-0)
• Approved scoping and loan agreement with Card and Associates Athletic Facilities, LLC (6-0)

Park Board

The New Haven Park Board is holding its regular August meeting. The board will approve amended June and July claims, hear the director's report, and discuss old business including rebid slides and a new fence quote. The meeting is largely routine administrative business.

• Approval of amended June claims and July claims
• Discussion of rebid slides under old business
• Review of a fence quote under new business
• Next meeting set for Tuesday, September 2nd due to Labor Day

The New Haven Park Board approved a bid for playground slide repairs, including a 5-year warranty and yearly inspection, and authorized hiring Emmalynn as part-time Youth Coordinator. The board also approved claims totaling $278,169.86 and set a fencing bid cap of $7,000 for Maryland's Farm.

• Approved slide repair bid (Plan C) with 5-year warranty and yearly inspection
• Approved hiring Emmalynn for part-time Youth Coordinator position
• Approved claims totaling $278,169.86
• Set fencing bid cap at $7,000 for Maryland's Farm
• Approved amended June claims
• Approved agenda and July 7 minutes