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Zionsville public meetings in 2023

140 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Wed Dec 20, 2023

Zionsville Tree Board

Zionsville Tree Board discusses urban forestry and beautification initiatives

The People of Zionsville for the Aesthetics of Zionsville Committee is meeting to review committee responsibilities and initiatives. The board is discussing tree-planting events, Tree City designation, and a curriculum with Zionsville Community Schools.

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Mon Dec 18, 2023

Plan Commission (PC)

Plan Commission to consider residential plats and a new composting facility

The Plan Commission is reviewing development plans for residential lots and a recycling facility. The body will also consider a lighting amendment for a Chase Bank and approve the 2024 meeting schedule.

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Mon Dec 18, 2023

Zionsville Town Council

Council to consider veto overrides and multiple ordinance amendments

The Zionsville Town Council will hold a public meeting to consider final readings of several ordinance amendments, including those related to hosting minors, abandoned vehicles, garbage/weeds/grasses, curfew, alcoholic beverages, and veto overrides for several previously passed ordinances. The council will also take up first readings of new ordinances on parking, animals, trees, smoking, investments, card payments, noise, and salaries, along with resolutions for year-end fund appropriations and re-appropriations. Public comment is limited to agenda items, with a three-minute limit per speaker.

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Mon Dec 18, 2023

Zionsville Safety Board

Zionsville Safety Board meeting cancelled

The December 18, 2023, meeting of the Zionsville Safety Board was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.

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Mon Dec 18, 2023

Board of Police Commissioners

December 18 Board of Police Commissioners meeting cancelled

The December 18, 2023, public meeting of the Zionsville Board of Police Commissioners has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 16, 2024.

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Wed Dec 13, 2023

Zionsville Board of Park and Recreation

Board to adopt 2024 fee schedule and consider park leases and permits

The Zionsville Board of Parks & Recreation will vote on the 2024 fee schedule, a maintenance facility lease at Carpenter Nature Preserve, and a floodplain permit change order for Starkey Park. They will also discuss a donation for the Carpenter Nature Preserve Amphitheater and review Fright Nights and Overley-Worman Park.

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Tue Dec 12, 2023

Zionsville Pathways Committee Meeting

Zionsville Pathways Committee to review priority list

The Zionsville Pathways Committee will meet to discuss old business and new business. The primary focus of the meeting is a review of the Pathways Priority List.

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Tue Dec 12, 2023

Zionsville Architectural Review Committee (ZARC)

Zionsville Architectural Review Committee meeting cancelled

The Zionsville Architectural Review Committee meeting scheduled for December 12, 2023 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 9, 2023.

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Fri Dec 8, 2023

Zionsville Community Development Corporation (ZCDC)

ZCDC to discuss bioswale remediation funding and bylaw amendments

The Zionsville Community Development Corporation is meeting to discuss funding for bioswale remediation and a proposal for bylaw amendments. The board will also receive an update on the Creekside 2024 budget.

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Mon Dec 4, 2023

Zionsville Town Council

Zionsville Town Council to consider budget, zoning, and various local ordinances

The Town Council will hold a public meeting to vote on several final readings for ordinances including nepotism, traffic, and ARPA plans. The council will also hold a first reading on new ordinances regarding alcohol, curfew, and abandoned vehicles, and conduct a public hearing for the 2024 Non-DLGF Budget Ordinance.

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Wed Nov 22, 2023

Park and Road Impact Fee Review Board

Board reviews impact fee appeals for Creek Way and South 650 East

The Park and Road Impact Fee Review Board will hear several appeal cases during this special meeting. The board is scheduled to review appeals regarding properties on Creek Way and South 650 East.

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Mon Nov 20, 2023

Plan Commission (PC)

Plan Commission to consider Aldi store and senior living facility

The Plan Commission will review several development plans, including a new Aldi grocery store and a 155-unit senior living facility. The body will also consider multiple minor residential subdivisions and various continuance requests for larger projects.

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Mon Nov 20, 2023

Zionsville Town Council

Council to consider 2024 salary ordinance, ARPA plan update, and multiple ordinance revisions

The Zionsville Town Council will hold its regular meeting on November 20, 2023, at 7:30 a.m. The agenda includes final readings of the 2023 salary ordinance amendment and the 2024 salary ordinance, as well as first readings of ordinances revising the food and beverage tax fund, nepotism rules, town court, traffic code, banner/sign permits, false alarm fines, and traffic regulations. The council will also consider community enrichment grants, a reappropriation resolution, an additional appropriation for police and finance, a property transfer for Lion's Park, the Redevelopment Commission's 2024 budget, and an updated ARPA plan.

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Mon Nov 20, 2023

Zionsville Safety Board

Zionsville Safety Board meeting cancelled

The November 20, 2023, meeting of the Zionsville Safety Board was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.

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Mon Nov 20, 2023

Board of Police Commissioners

Police board meeting cancelled for lack of agenda items

The November 20, 2023, public meeting of the Zionsville Board of Police Commissioners has been cancelled because there are no items to discuss. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 18, 2023.

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Fri Nov 17, 2023

Zionsville Community Development Corporation (ZCDC)

ZCDC to discuss 2024 budget update and bylaw amendment proposal

The Zionsville Community Development Corporation will review the Creekside 2024 budget update and a proposal for bylaw amendments. The meeting also includes a presentation of a grant request and the 2024 year plan.

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Wed Nov 15, 2023

Zionsville Tree Board

Zionsville Tree Board discusses urban forestry and beautification initiatives

The People of Zionsville for the Aesthetics of Zionsville (PZAZ) committee is meeting to review ongoing urban forestry and streetscape projects. The board will discuss tree-planting events, Tree City designation, and outreach to homeowners associations.

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Tue Nov 14, 2023

Zionsville Pathways Committee Meeting

Zionsville Pathways Committee to review priority list

The Zionsville Pathways Committee will meet to review the Pathways Priority List. The meeting also includes a review of previous minutes.

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Tue Nov 14, 2023

Zionsville Architectural Review Committee (ZARC)

Zionsville Architectural Review Committee cancels Nov. 14 meeting

The Zionsville Architectural Review Committee's meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 14, 2023, at 8:00 a.m. in Zionsville Town Hall, Room 105, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at 8:00 a.m. in Room 205 of the same building. This notice is purely procedural, with no decisions or discussions on the agenda.

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Wed Nov 8, 2023

Zionsville Board of Park and Recreation

Board to consider Carpenter Nature Preserve amphitheater donation

The Zionsville Board of Parks & Recreation will hold its regular monthly meeting on November 8, 2023. The board is set to discuss and potentially decide on a donation for the Carpenter Nature Preserve Amphitheater, a parkland donation letter of interest, a 2024 legal services contract, and a memorial bench donation request. Old business includes updates on Overley-Worman Park, Rail Trail Widening, and Rail Trail Trailhead.

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Wed Nov 8, 2023

Zionsville Crash Review Board

Crash Review Board holds executive session on employee performance

The Zionsville Crash Review Board is meeting in executive session, closed to the public, to discuss a job performance evaluation of individual employees under Indiana code. No public decisions or discussions are scheduled.

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Mon Nov 6, 2023

Zionsville Town Council

Zionsville Town Council to vote on road impact fees, ARPA plan, 2024 budget

The Zionsville Town Council will hold its regular meeting on November 6, 2023, at 7:00 PM. The agenda includes final readings of ordinances on parking restrictions near the Big-4 Rail Trail, a road impact fee, an amended ARPA plan, and the 2024 non-DLGF budget. New business includes first readings on food and beverage tax fund uses, a fire department reappropriation, and salary ordinances for 2023 and 2024.

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Wed Oct 25, 2023

Park and Road Impact Fee Review Board

Board hears three appeals on road impact fees for local projects

The Park and Road Impact Fee Review Board is holding a special meeting to hear three appeals regarding road impact fee calculations for developments at 10814 Creek Way, 10850 Creek Way, and 245 S Second Street. The board will decide whether to adjust the fees for these properties.

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Mon Oct 23, 2023

Zionsville Town Council

Council to consider road impact fee, 2024 budget, ARPA plan amendments

The Zionsville Town Council is meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions, including first readings of a road impact fee ordinance, an amended ARPA plan, the 2024 non-DLGF budget, and a traffic code amendment restricting parking near the Big-4 Rail Trail crossing. They will also consider a resolution to establish a crosswalk at Lemberger Drive/Vonterra and approve a lease for a leaf collection truck. Public comment is limited to agenda items with a 3-minute per speaker limit.

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Mon Oct 23, 2023

Zionsville Safety Board

Zionsville Safety Board meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items

The Zionsville Safety Board meeting scheduled for October 23, 2023, has been cancelled because there are no items to discuss. The next regular meeting is set for November 20, 2023.

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Mon Oct 23, 2023

Board of Police Commissioners

Police board meeting cancelled due to no agenda items

The October 23, 2023, Board of Police Commissioners meeting is cancelled because there are no items to discuss. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 20, 2023.

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Fri Oct 20, 2023

Zionsville Community Development Corporation (ZCDC)

Zionsville Community Development Corporation meeting cancelled

The Zionsville Community Development Corporation (ZCDC) meeting scheduled for October 20, 2023, has been cancelled. A special meeting was rescheduled for October 13, 2023, and the next regular meeting is set for November 17, 2023.

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Wed Oct 18, 2023

Zionsville Tree Board

Tree Board to discuss tree-planting day, Fall Festival, and new member

The PZAZ committee will discuss updates on ordinances, preservation, and beautification initiatives. They will also consider a new member, Dan Bradley, and review old business regarding a meeting with Zionsville Community Schools on a tree curriculum.

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Mon Oct 16, 2023

Plan Commission (PC)

Plan Commission to consider rezoning for 155-unit senior living facility

The Zionsville Plan Commission will hear several rezoning and development plan requests, including a proposed 155-unit senior living facility at Holliday Farms and a 106-lot subdivision. Several items are continued from previous meetings, and a road impact fee ordinance is also on the agenda.

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Fri Oct 13, 2023

Zionsville Community Development Corporation (ZCDC)

ZCDC to finalize 2024 budget and address irrigation repairs

The Zionsville Community Development Corporation will meet to finalize the 2024 budget and execute an agreement for irrigation repairs at Creekside Corporate Park. The agenda also includes a grant request presentation and discussion regarding next steps for a CDC retreat.

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Wed Oct 11, 2023

Zionsville Board of Park and Recreation

Zionsville parks board to review special use permit for Carpenter Nature Preserve

The Zionsville Board of Parks and Recreation is holding its regular monthly meeting, where it will consider a special use permit for Carpenter Nature Preserve, a memorial bench donation, and a Turkeyfoot Bridge inspection. The board will also receive updates on the Rail Trail widening and trailhead projects, along with staff reports from various department heads.

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Tue Oct 10, 2023

Zionsville Architectural Review Committee (ZARC)

Zionsville Architectural Review Committee October meeting cancelled

The Zionsville Architectural Review Committee's meeting scheduled for October 10, 2023 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for November 14, 2023. This notice is procedural only, with no agenda items discussed.

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Mon Oct 2, 2023

Zionsville Town Council

Zionsville Town Council to vote on 2024 budget and service district reclassification

The Zionsville Town Council is meeting to consider the 2024 budget ordinance (final reading), a resolution and ordinance to reclassify certain areas from rural to urban service district, an amendment to the 2023 salary ordinance, and a road impact fee zone improvement plan. They will also hear a presentation on fall 2023 Community Enrichment Grant awards and consider a rezoning commitment amendment for Park 267. Public comment is limited to agenda items, with a 3-minute per speaker limit.

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Mon Sep 18, 2023

Zionsville Town Council

Council to consider 2024 budget, zoning changes, and fund appropriations

The Zionsville Town Council is meeting to consider the 2024 budget ordinance (first reading and public hearing), along with resolutions for additional appropriations from a READI grant and for the Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Library. They will also discuss zoning amendments for Appaloosa Crossing, a fiscal plan for reclassifying areas from rural to urban service district, and a salary ordinance amendment. Public comments are limited to agenda items with a three-minute per speaker limit.

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Mon Sep 18, 2023

Plan Commission (PC)

Plan Commission to consider comprehensive plan updates and road impact fee

The Zionsville Plan Commission will discuss several items including a proposed road impact fee for future development, updates to the town's comprehensive plan, and multiple rezoning requests. Several large rezoning petitions are continued to October, including a 349-acre Bradley Farms PUD and a 155-unit senior living facility.

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Mon Sep 18, 2023

Board of Police Commissioners

September 18 Board of Police Commissioners meeting cancelled

The scheduled public meeting for September 18, 2023, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 23, 2023.

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Wed Sep 13, 2023

Zionsville Board of Park and Recreation

Parks board to consider Carpenter Nature Preserve acquisition and design

The Zionsville Board of Parks and Recreation will hold its regular monthly meeting, including public comments, staff reports, and new business items. Key decisions include a potential acquisition of Carpenter Nature Preserve, design and engineering services for it, a fall tree purchase, and an Eagle Scout fundraising request. The board will also discuss old business on the Rail Trail widening and trailhead.

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Tue Sep 12, 2023

Zionsville Community Enrichment Grant Committee

Zionsville grant committee meets to review enrichment grant applications

The Zionsville Community Enrichment Grant Committee is holding a public meeting on September 12, 2023, at 7:30 PM EDT. The meeting will take place onsite at Zionsville Town Hall in Room 203, located at 1100 West Oak Street. The agenda is limited to a public meeting notice with no listed agenda items, so the specific items to be discussed are not detailed in the provided text.

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Tue Sep 12, 2023

Zionsville Pathways Committee Meeting

Pathways Committee to review priority list for trails

The Zionsville Pathways Committee will meet to review the Pathways Priority List, which guides trail and pathway projects. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and discussion of old and new business.

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Tue Sep 12, 2023

Zionsville Architectural Review Committee (ZARC)

Zionsville Architectural Review Committee meeting cancelled

The Zionsville Architectural Review Committee meeting scheduled for September 12, 2023 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for October 10, 2023.

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Tue Sep 5, 2023

Zionsville Town Council

Council to consider final readings on solicitation permits and fee schedule

The Zionsville Town Council will hold its regular meeting on September 5, 2023, at 7:00 PM. The agenda includes final readings of ordinances on house-to-house solicitation permits and fee schedule amendments, resolutions for additional appropriations for parks and a READI grant, a presentation and budget request from the Chamber of Commerce, and a 2024 budget presentation. Public comment is limited to agenda items with a three-minute per speaker limit.

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✓ Decided: Zionsville Town Council approves September 5 claims

The Town Council approved the September 5, 2023 claims and minutes from two previous meetings. The Zionsville Chamber of Commerce presented a 2024 budget request for $120,000 to support community events and marketing.

Mon Aug 21, 2023

Board of Police Commissioners

Board of Police Commissioners to consider electronic meetings policy and an appeal.

The Zionsville Board of Police Commissioners will hold a regular public meeting to approve minutes from previous meetings and discuss new business, including an electronic meetings policy and an appeal. No old business is listed.

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Mon Aug 21, 2023

Zionsville Town Council

Zionsville Town Council holds 2024 budget workshop

The Zionsville Town Council is holding a budget workshop to discuss the 2024 budget. The meeting is scheduled for August 21, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. in Room 207 of Zionsville Town Hall, 1100 Oak Street, or immediately following the 7:30 a.m. Town Council meeting. Public participation is available via Zoom webinar.

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✓ Decided: Zionsville Town Council holds 2024 budget workshop

The Town Council reviewed initial 2024 budget proposals, including revenue estimates and department requests. No formal votes were taken; the meeting served as a workshop to discuss a proposed budget that includes a $12.2 million deficit and 28 new full-time positions.

Mon Aug 21, 2023

Zionsville Town Council

Council to consider settlement in Seaside/Ice America lawsuit

The Zionsville Town Council is meeting to consider several items, including a settlement agreement in the Seaside/Ice America lawsuit, appointments, and first readings of ordinances on salaries, solicitation permits, and fee schedule changes. They will also hold public hearings on resolutions to appropriate additional funds for various projects and grants.

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✓ Decided: Town Council approves August claims and previous meeting minutes

The Town Council approved the claims for August 21, 2023, and the memorandum from the August 7, 2023, meeting. The session also included a ceremony to swear in new firefighters and promote existing fire department personnel.

Mon Aug 21, 2023

Plan Commission (PC)

Plan Commission to consider road impact fee, two rezoning requests, and Culver's drive-thru plan

The Zionsville Plan Commission is meeting to consider several land-use items, including a proposed road impact fee for future development, two rezoning requests, a replat, and a development plan for a Culver's restaurant with a drive-thru. The commission will also hear continuance requests for two previously postponed rezoning petitions and discuss the status of a Form-based Code Diagnostic Report. The meeting is open to the public both onsite and electronically.

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✓ Decided: Plan Commission approves road impact fee update in Comprehensive Plan

The Plan Commission approved a resolution to add a Zone Improvement Plan to the Town's Comprehensive Plan, which proposes a road impact fee of $278.35 per trip. The commission also approved a development plan for a Culver's restaurant and a rezoning recommendation for Appaloosa Crossing.

Mon Aug 21, 2023

Zionsville Safety Board

Zionsville Safety Board meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items

The Zionsville Safety Board cancelled its August 21, 2023 public meeting because there were no items to discuss. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 18, 2023.

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Wed Aug 16, 2023

Zionsville Tree Board

Zionsville PZAZ committee discusses urban forestry and beautification initiatives

The People of Zionsville for the Aesthetics of Zionsville (PZAZ) will meet to discuss updates on tree-planting events, Tree City designation, and outreach efforts. The committee also plans to discuss a meeting with ZCS regarding the 'A Tree Can Be' curriculum.

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Tue Aug 15, 2023

Zionsville Town Council

Town Council holds closed executive session on pending litigation

The Zionsville Town Council is holding a closed executive session on August 15, 2023, to discuss pending litigation, as permitted by state law. This meeting is not open to the public, and no other business is listed on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Zionsville Town Council holds executive session to discuss pending litigation

The Town Council met in a closed executive session to discuss pending litigation. No official action was taken and no recommendations were made.

Wed Aug 9, 2023

Zionsville Board of Park and Recreation

Board to consider Mulberry Field agreement, Eagle Creek Greenway, Fright Nights

The Zionsville Board of Parks and Recreation will hold its regular monthly meeting, including public comments, committee updates, and staff reports. New business includes a proposed agreement for Mulberry Field sports fields, a discussion on the Eagle Creek Greenway, and the Maplelawn Fright Nights event. Old business covers Overley-Worman Park, Rail Trail widening, and the Rail Trail trailhead. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom.

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✓ Decided: Board approves June 14 meeting minutes

The Board of Parks and Recreation approved the minutes from the June 14 meeting. Staff provided updates on the planting of 650 milkweed plants and the allocation of a $100,000 anonymous donation for park improvements and natural resource funding.

Tue Aug 8, 2023

Zionsville Pathways Committee Meeting

Pathways Committee meets to discuss trail projects and updates

The Zionsville Pathways Committee is holding a regular meeting to discuss and potentially decide on trail-related matters. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific actionable items listed in the notice.

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✓ Decided: Pathways Committee identifies top four pathway priorities for 2024 budget

The committee reached a consensus on four priority pathway projects to present to the Town Council for 2024 budget consideration. Members also discussed a slide deck for a presentation scheduled for August 21. An update was provided regarding an IU grant application for connections to Lions Park and Turkey Foot Park.

Tue Aug 8, 2023

Zionsville Architectural Review Committee (ZARC)

Zionsville Architectural Review Committee meeting cancelled

The Zionsville Architectural Review Committee meeting scheduled for August 8, 2023 has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for September 12, 2023.

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Mon Aug 7, 2023

Zionsville Town Council

Town Council to consider Seaside Ice settlement agreement

The Zionsville Town Council is meeting to approve the minutes from the July 17 meeting, approve claims, and consider a mutual release and settlement agreement with Seaside Ice. The council will also receive a presentation on the Z'Tree of the Year. Public comment is limited to agenda items.

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✓ Decided: Town Council approves most August 7 claims but holds seven due to budget deficits

The Town Council approved the July 17 meeting memorandum and the majority of the August 7 claims. Seven specific claims were excluded from approval because their respective budget line items were in deficit. The Council discussed the need for future reappropriations to cover these costs.

Wed Jul 26, 2023

Plan Commission (PC)

Plan Commission to discuss proposed Form-based Zoning Ordinance and Map

The Zionsville Plan Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss the proposed Form-based Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map, which would replace the current zoning regulations for all properties under the town's jurisdiction. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the item is listed for discussion only.

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✓ Decided: Plan Commission holds informational meeting on Form Based Code

The Plan Commission held a special informational meeting regarding the development of a Form Based Code. No substantive decisions were made, and the approval of previous meeting minutes was deferred to the August meeting.

Mon Jul 24, 2023

Board of Police Commissioners

Police board holds closed session for employee performance reviews

The Zionsville Board of Police Commissioners is meeting in executive session, which is closed to the public, to discuss job performance evaluations of individual employees as permitted by state law. No public decisions or discussions are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Board of Police Commissioners held executive session on July 24, 2023

The Board met in an executive session to discuss individual employee job performance evaluations. No official action was taken and no recommendations were made.

Fri Jul 21, 2023

Zionsville Community Development Corporation (ZCDC)

ZCDC discusses Creekside Corporate Park maintenance

The Zionsville Community Development Corporation will discuss the role and maintenance of Creekside Corporate Park, as well as other business including a financial update.

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Wed Jul 19, 2023

Zionsville Tree Board

Tree board to discuss urban forestry, events, and Tree City designation

The PZAZ committee will meet to approve June minutes, review updates on ordinances, events, and outreach, and discuss a curriculum meeting with Zionsville Community Schools.

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Mon Jul 17, 2023

Plan Commission (PC)

Plan Commission to consider rezoning continuations and daycare expansions

The Zionsville Plan Commission will hear requests to continue two large rezoning petitions to August, and will decide on several development plan amendments including daycare expansions, a facade change, a flex office building, and a car wash. The meeting also includes a monthly report and approval of prior minutes.

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✓ Decided: Plan Commission approves daycare expansions and new commercial developments

The Plan Commission conditionally approved development plans for a flex office building and a car wash. Two building additions for Dawn 'til Dusk Daycare were conditionally approved, and a facade change for Nicholson Orthodontics was approved. Two rezoning petitions were continued to August 21, 2023.

Mon Jul 17, 2023

Zionsville Town Council

Town Council to approve settlement in Seaside lawsuit

The Zionsville Town Council is meeting to approve the minutes from the June 20, 2023 meeting, approve claims for July 17, 2023, and consider a settlement agreement in the Seaside lawsuit. The agenda includes public comment limited to agenda items, with a three-minute limit per speaker.

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✓ Decided: Zionsville Town Council approves July claims and discusses finance staffing

The Town Council approved the June 20, 2023 meeting memorandum and the July 17, 2023 claims. The Finance Director requested a new full-time position for 2023 to handle bank reconciliations and assets. A proposed settlement in the Seaside lawsuit was continued to the next meeting.

Mon Jul 17, 2023

Zionsville Safety Board

Zionsville Safety Board cancels July 17 meeting

The Zionsville Safety Board has cancelled its July 17, 2023 public meeting due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 21, 2023.

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Mon Jul 17, 2023

Board of Police Commissioners

Zionsville Police Board cancels July 17 meeting for lack of items

The Board of Police Commissioners cancelled its July 17, 2023, public meeting because there were no agenda items to address. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 21, 2023.

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Wed Jul 12, 2023

Zionsville Board of Park and Recreation

✓ Decided: Board of Parks and Recreation approves May 10 meeting minutes

The Board approved the minutes from the May 10, 2023 meeting. Staff provided updates on the dedication of pickleball courts at Mulberry Fields, the installation of free public Wi-Fi at the same location, and ongoing maintenance across various town parks.

Tue Jul 11, 2023

Zionsville Pathways Committee Meeting

Pathways Committee to meet July 11

The Zionsville Pathways Committee will hold a meeting on July 11, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. in Room 103 of Town Hall. The agenda contains only procedural items.

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✓ Decided: Pathways Committee identifies top three pathway priorities

The committee reached a consensus on the top three priority locations for pathways. Members discussed requesting a budget line item for a pathway study at the August 7th Town Council meeting.

Tue Jul 11, 2023

Zionsville Architectural Review Committee (ZARC)

Zionsville Architectural Review Committee July 11 meeting cancelled

The Zionsville Architectural Review Committee meeting scheduled for July 11, 2023 has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for August 8, 2023 at Zionsville Town Hall, Room 205.

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Fri Jul 7, 2023

Zionsville Use of Force Board

Use of Force Board holds closed session for employee performance review

The Zionsville Use of Force Board is holding an executive session on July 7, 2023, to discuss a job performance evaluation of individual employees. This meeting is closed to the public and is authorized under Indiana Code. No other agenda items are listed.

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Wed Jun 28, 2023

Plan Commission (PC)

Plan Commission to introduce proposed Form-based Code

The Zionsville Plan Commission is holding a special meeting to introduce the proposed Form-based Code to the public and the commission. The commission will also determine a hearing date to receive public testimony and forward a recommendation to the Town Council. No other business is scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Plan Commission receives presentation on proposed Form Based Code

The Plan Commission held a special meeting to receive a presentation regarding a draft Form Based Code for the Town of Zionsville. No substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

Wed Jun 21, 2023

Zionsville Tree Board

Zionsville tree board to pick Tree of the Year, plan events

The PZAZ committee will meet to approve minutes, discuss tech support, and review initiatives including ordinances, events, and the Tree of the Year selection. They will also follow up on a meeting with Zionsville Community Schools about a tree curriculum.

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✓ Decided: Tree Board selects Z’ Tree of the Year winner

The Zionsville Tree Board approved the minutes from the May 17, 2023 meeting and selected a winner for the Z’ Tree of the Year. The board also confirmed their participation in the Fall Festival parade.

Tue Jun 20, 2023

Plan Commission (PC)

Plan Commission to consider replat and 1.1M sq ft industrial building

The Zionsville Plan Commission will consider three new business items: a replat to combine two lots in the Promontory subdivision, a primary plat for a 76-acre industrial lot, and a development plan for a 1,100,000-square-foot industrial building at Park 267. The meeting also includes a monthly economic development report and confirmation of a special meeting on the form-based code.

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✓ Decided: Plan Commission approves 1.1M sq ft industrial building and two plat requests

The commission approved a replat to combine two lots in the Promontory PUD and conditionally approved a primary plat and development plan for a large industrial facility in Lebanon. The approved industrial project includes a 1.1 million square foot building on 76.12 acres.

Tue Jun 20, 2023

Zionsville Town Council

✓ Decided: Zionsville Town Council approves June 20 claims

The Town Council approved the memorandum from the June 5 meeting and the June 20 claims. Staff provided a presentation on the town's stormwater program and MS4 permit requirements. The July 3 Town Council meeting has been cancelled.

Tue Jun 20, 2023

Zionsville Safety Board

Zionsville Safety Board June 20 meeting cancelled

The Zionsville Safety Board's June 20, 2023 public meeting is cancelled due to lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 17, 2023.

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Tue Jun 20, 2023

Board of Police Commissioners

Police board holds closed session on employee performance evaluations

The Zionsville Board of Police Commissioners will hold an executive session to receive information about employee job performance evaluations, as permitted by state law. The executive session is closed to the public, but a regular open meeting will follow immediately after.

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Tue Jun 20, 2023

Board of Police Commissioners

Police board meeting cancelled for lack of agenda items

The June 20, 2023, public meeting of the Zionsville Board of Police Commissioners has been cancelled because there are no items to discuss. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 17, 2023.

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Fri Jun 16, 2023

Zionsville Community Development Corporation (ZCDC)

Zionsville Community Development Corporation meeting cancelled

The Zionsville Community Development Corporation (ZCDC) meeting scheduled for June 16, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for July 21, 2023.

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Wed Jun 14, 2023

Zionsville Board of Park and Recreation

Board to consider 5-year master plan and park rules update

The Zionsville Board of Parks and Recreation will hold its regular monthly meeting, including approval of minutes, public comments, and staff reports. New business includes several action items such as a memorial bench, donations, park rules update, naming rights policy, trail bollard purchase, sport use agreements, and a resolution for the 2023-2028 5-year master plan. Old business covers updates on Overley-Worman Park and Rail Trail expansions.

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Tue Jun 13, 2023

Zionsville Pathways Committee Meeting

The June 13, 2023, Zionsville Pathways Committee meeting is cancelled

The scheduled meeting for the Zionsville Pathways Committee on Tuesday, June 13, 2023, has been cancelled. No other business or agenda items were provided.

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Tue Jun 13, 2023

Zionsville Architectural Review Committee (ZARC)

Zionsville Architectural Review Committee June 13 meeting cancelled

The Zionsville Architectural Review Committee's meeting scheduled for June 13, 2023 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for July 11, 2023.

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Mon Jun 5, 2023

Zionsville Town Council

Council to consider Wild Air PUD rezoning ordinance

The Zionsville Town Council will hold public hearings on two additional appropriations (no vote) and consider an ordinance to establish the Wild Air Planned Unit Development District (Ordinance 2023-13). The meeting includes approval of the May 15 minutes and June 5 claims, plus updates from the mayor and council.

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✓ Decided: Zionsville Town Council approves May meeting memorandum and June claims

The Town Council approved the memorandum from the May 15, 2023, meeting and the claims for June 5, 2023. Residents provided public comment regarding a proposed rezone for the Wild Air Farms PUD, discussing traffic, housing for disabilities, and environmental concerns.

Fri Jun 2, 2023

Zionsville Use of Force Board

Zionsville Use of Force Board holds closed-door executive session

The Zionsville Use of Force Board is holding an executive session on June 2, 2023, at 8:30 a.m. in the Zionsville Police Department Conference Room. The meeting is closed to the public and is authorized under Indiana law to discuss job performance evaluations of individual employees. No other business is listed on the agenda.

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Fri May 19, 2023

Zionsville Community Development Corporation (ZCDC)

ZCDC discusses Creekside Corporate Park and assistance inquiry forms

The ZCDC will review a draft for a new assistance inquiry form. The board is also discussing the association role and bioswale strategy for Creekside Corporate Park.

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Wed May 17, 2023

Zionsville Architectural Review Committee (ZARC)

ZARC to review Tipsy Mermaid facade grant request

The Zionsville Architectural Review Committee is meeting to approve minutes, hear reports, and discuss a facade grant request from Tipsy Mermaid (Greg Merrell / 3K3M LLC). The agenda includes old business on the grant and new business items.

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✓ Decided: ZARC approves $42,402 façade grant renewal for Tipsy Mermaid

The Architectural Review Committee approved a renewal grant for the Tipsy Mermaid project on Main Street. The committee also adopted the meeting agenda and minutes from January 10 and April 11, 2023.

Wed May 17, 2023

Zionsville Tree Board

Tree board reviews initiatives, Arbor Day partnership

The PZAZ committee will approve April minutes and hear updates on ordinances, events, Tree City designation, outreach, and beautification. Old business includes an Arbor Day Foundation Marketing Kit and partnership with Zionsville Community Schools.

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✓ Decided: Zionsville Tree Board approves April meeting minutes

The board approved the minutes from the April 19, 2023 meeting. Members discussed updates to the recommended tree list, the Z’ Tree of the Year contest, and outreach goals for local HOAs.

Mon May 15, 2023

Plan Commission (PC)

Plan Commission to consider rezoning 260 acres for Wild Air PUD

The Zionsville Plan Commission will hold a public meeting to consider several development proposals, including a continued rezoning for the Wild Air Planned Unit Development on 260 acres. New business includes a development plan for a Hoosier Village expansion with 89 townhomes, a primary plat amendment for 37 single-family lots at Holliday Farms, and development plan amendments for a Hy-Vee food store and convenience store. The meeting will also cover a Form Based Code update and minor development plan amendments.

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✓ Decided: Plan Commission recommends rezoning for Wild Air PUD

The Plan Commission provided a favorable recommendation to the Town Council for the Wild Air Planned Unit Development. Additionally, the commission conditionally approved several development plans and plat amendments for residential and commercial projects.

Mon May 15, 2023

Zionsville Town Council

Council to consider creating fund for READI grant funds

The Zionsville Town Council is meeting to consider an ordinance that would create Fund 276 for READI grant funds, and to discuss the 875 East/400 South area. The agenda also includes routine approvals of meeting minutes and claims.

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✓ Decided: Town Council approves April 17 claims despite payment disputes

The Town Council approved the April 17, 2023 claims following a discussion regarding payments made prior to council approval. The council also reviewed May 15 claims, though some items were removed pending further clarification.

Mon May 15, 2023

Zionsville Safety Board

Zionsville Safety Board May 2023 meeting cancelled

The Zionsville Safety Board's May 15, 2023 public meeting is cancelled due to lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 20, 2023.

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Mon May 15, 2023

Board of Police Commissioners

May 15 police board meeting cancelled due to lack of items

The Board of Police Commissioners has cancelled its May 15, 2023 public meeting because there are no agenda items to discuss. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 20, 2023.

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Wed May 10, 2023

Zionsville Board of Park and Recreation

Board to consider Mulberry Fields special use permit and pickleball rules

The Zionsville Board of Parks and Recreation will hold its regular monthly meeting, including public comments, staff reports, and new business items. The board will consider a special use permit for Mulberry Fields, adopt rules for pickleball courts, and review a proposed agreement with the Creekstomper HOA. Old business includes updates on Winterfest 2023, Overley-Worman Park, and rail trail projects.

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✓ Decided: Board approves April minutes and executive session memorandum

The Board of Parks and Recreation approved the minutes from the April 12 meeting and the memorandum of the April 12 executive session. Members received updates on the Carpenter Nature Preserve bonding process and various park maintenance and recreation activities.

Tue May 9, 2023

Zionsville Pathways Committee Meeting

Pathways Committee to review trail suggestions and Trailfest update

The Zionsville Pathways Committee will meet to discuss old business, receive an update on Trailfest, and review pathways suggestions from the public. No votes or binding decisions are listed on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Pathways Committee discusses trail gaps and potential budget for pathway study

The committee reviewed potential trail connections along Michigan Road and discussed reorganizing the master project priority list. No formal votes were taken. Member Craig Melton proposed adding a budget line item for a pathway study in the town's next budget.

Tue May 9, 2023

Zionsville Architectural Review Committee (ZARC)

Zionsville Architectural Review Committee May 9 meeting cancelled

The Zionsville Architectural Review Committee (ZARC) meeting scheduled for Tuesday, May 9, 2023, at 8:00 a.m. in Zionsville Town Hall, Room 105, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 13, 2023, at 8:00 a.m. in Room 205 of the same building. This notice contains no other agenda items.

Fri May 5, 2023

Zionsville Use of Force Board

Use of Force Board holds closed session for employee performance review

The Zionsville Use of Force Board is meeting in executive session on May 5, 2023, to discuss a job performance evaluation of individual employees. The meeting is closed to the public and will be held at the Zionsville Police Department conference room.

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Fri May 5, 2023

Plan Commission (PC)

Plan Commission to review designs for two commercial buildings in Creekside Corporate Park

The Zionsville Plan Commission's Architectural Review Subcommittee will hold a public meeting to consider revised architectural designs for two proposed commercial buildings in Creekside Corporate Park. The buildings, GRP Building #1 (104,568+/- SF) and GRP Building #2 (25,635+/- SF), are the subjects of companion development plan petitions. The public can attend in person or provide written and oral comments.

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Mon May 1, 2023

Zionsville Town Council

✓ Decided: Town Council denies May 1 claims due to errors

The Town Council approved the meeting memoranda from April 10 and April 17. The council denied the May 1, 2023 claims because they were incorrect, stating they would be revisited at the next meeting.

Fri Apr 21, 2023

Zionsville Community Development Corporation (ZCDC)

ZCDC discusses Creekside Corporate Park and assistance inquiry forms

The ZCDC will review a draft of the CDC Assistance Inquiry Form. The board is also discussing the association role and bioswale strategy for Creekside Corporate Park.

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Wed Apr 19, 2023

Zionsville Tree Board

Tree Board to discuss Arbor Day events, Tree City designation

The Zionsville Tree Board (PZAZ) will meet to approve minutes from March 15, 2023, and receive updates on initiatives including an Arbor Day tree-planting event on April 22, a Tree of the Year program, and efforts to maintain Tree City USA designation. The board will also discuss a new DNR contact and set future meeting dates.

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✓ Decided: Zionsville Tree Board approves March minutes and sets new meeting time

The board approved the minutes from the March 15, 2023 meeting. Members discussed the upcoming Greenfest event and the soft launch of the Z’ Tree of the Year contest. The board also established a new recurring meeting time.

Mon Apr 17, 2023

Zionsville Town Council

Town Council to consider additional parks funding resolution

The Zionsville Town Council is meeting to approve claims, hear updates, and consider a resolution for additional appropriation of funds to the Parks Fund (Fund 403) under Resolution 2023-11, which includes a public hearing. The agenda is largely routine, with the main substantive item being the parks funding decision.

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✓ Decided: Town Council approves April 17 claims

The Town Council approved the claims for April 17, 2023. A request to allocate $500,000 from Parks Fund 403 for the Rail Trail project was discussed but not decided, as councilors requested more information on project alternatives.

Mon Apr 17, 2023

Plan Commission (PC)

Plan Commission to consider rezoning of 260 acres for Wild Air PUD

The Zionsville Plan Commission will hold a public meeting to consider several rezoning petitions and development plan amendments. The most significant item is a request to rezone 260 acres for the Wild Air Planned Unit Development. Other items include a smaller rezoning, a winery access drive change, a restaurant pergola addition, and revisions to a 179-unit apartment development.

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✓ Decided: Plan Commission recommends rezoning of 970 Starkey Road for single-family home

The Plan Commission provided a favorable recommendation to the Town Council for rezoning 3.42 acres at 970 Starkey Road to allow for a single-family residence. Several development plan amendments were approved, while one large rezoning petition was continued.

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Mon Apr 17, 2023

Zionsville Safety Board

Zionsville Safety Board April meeting cancelled, no agenda items

The Zionsville Safety Board's April 17, 2023 public meeting is cancelled due to lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 15, 2023.

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Mon Apr 17, 2023

Board of Police Commissioners

Police board to consider promotion policy appeal

The Zionsville Board of Police Commissioners is meeting to approve February meeting minutes, consider an appeal regarding the promotion policy, and hear a new hire presentation. The agenda is otherwise routine with no old business.

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✓ Decided: Board approves Detective Thomas Beard's appeal to join promotion process

The Board of Police Commissioners approved an appeal from Detective Thomas Beard to participate in the current promotion process. The board also approved the meeting memoranda from February 13, 2023.

Wed Apr 12, 2023

Zionsville Board of Park and Recreation

Zionsville Parks Board to discuss rail trail projects and golf course cart path

The Zionsville Board of Parks and Recreation will hold its regular monthly meeting, covering routine approvals, staff reports, and several new business items. Key discussions include a rail trail historic marker, a golf course cart path, a declaration of special restriction for Next Level Trails, a Southern Rail Trail change order, and a transcription services agreement. The board will also revisit old business on rail trail widening and trailhead.

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✓ Decided: Zionsville Park Board welcomes new member and reports $100,000 anonymous donation

The Board administered the oath of office to new member Coralie Palmer and approved the February 8, 2023, meeting minutes. Staff reported a $100,000 anonymous donation to be split between capital improvements and a 10-year programming fund. The Board also updated its liaison to the Pathways Committee.

Tue Apr 11, 2023

Zionsville Pathways Committee Meeting

Zionsville Pathways Committee meeting scheduled for April 11, 2023

This is a public notice for the Pathways Committee meeting on April 11, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. at Zionsville Town Hall. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate with no listed discussion items or decisions.

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✓ Decided: Pathways Committee discusses future trail extensions and 2024 event planning

The committee discussed potential trail extensions and the possibility of a 2024 Trailfest event. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded. Members agreed to develop a questionnaire for resident input on desired trail locations.

Tue Apr 11, 2023

Zionsville Architectural Review Committee (ZARC)

✓ Decided: ZARC approves March minutes and discusses grant funding

The committee approved the meeting minutes from March 14. A grant renewal request for Tipsy Mermaid was discussed but tabled due to the lack of a voting quorum. The committee also confirmed a $60,000 program grant allocation for 2023.

Mon Apr 10, 2023

Zionsville Community Enrichment Grant Committee

Grant committee meets to review enrichment applications

The Zionsville Community Enrichment Grant Committee is holding a public meeting to discuss and potentially decide on grant applications. The meeting will be held onsite at Town Hall.

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Mon Apr 10, 2023

Zionsville Town Council

Council to consider solid waste rate increases and Carpenter Nature Preserve bond

The Zionsville Town Council is meeting to consider several items, including a first reading of an ordinance to increase solid waste collection, disposal, and recycling fees, and resolutions to approve emergency and standard contracts for waste services. The council will also consider a first reading of an ordinance authorizing bonds for the Carpenter Nature Preserve, and a zoning ordinance amendment. Public comments are limited to agenda items, with a three-minute limit per speaker.

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✓ Decided: Council approves first reading of $5.5M bond for Carpenter Nature Preserve

The Town Council approved the first reading of an ordinance to authorize bonds for the acquisition and initial development of the Carpenter Nature Preserve. Council also approved new waste collection rates and a zoning change for a parcel at US 421 and Templin Road.

Thu Mar 30, 2023

Park and Road Impact Fee Review Board

Impact fee board to hear Tipsy Mermaid appeal at 135 S Main St

The Zionsville Park and Road Impact Fee Review Board is holding a special meeting on March 30, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. in Council Chambers at Town Hall. The main item is an appeal from Tipsy Mermaid regarding a property at 135 South Main Street, under old business. The rest of the agenda is procedural, including call to order, quorum, and correspondence acknowledgement.

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Wed Mar 29, 2023

Zionsville Pathways Committee Meeting

Zionsville Pathways Committee to meet virtually March 29

The Zionsville Pathways Committee will hold a virtual meeting on March 29, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. via Zoom. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and no listed discussion items.

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✓ Decided: Pathways Committee plans upcoming trail events and 2024 study

The committee discussed scheduling events for Greenfest, a September dog event, Winterfest, and a 2024 Trailfest. Members planned to seek a grant for a Pathways Study in 2024 and coordinate with the Parks Foundation.

Mon Mar 20, 2023

Board of Police Commissioners

March 20 Board of Police Commissioners meeting cancelled

The March 20, 2023, public meeting for the Zionsville Board of Police Commissioners has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 17, 2023.

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Mon Mar 20, 2023

Zionsville Town Council

Council to consider emergency declaration for trash services and salary ordinance amendment

The Zionsville Town Council is meeting to consider an ordinance amending the 2023 salary ordinance (final reading) and a resolution declaring an emergency for solid waste collection and disposal. They will also open sealed bids for trash and recycling services. The agenda includes public comment limited to agenda items.

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✓ Decided: Council declares emergency for interim trash services

The Council declared an emergency to secure a short-term bridge contract for waste collection after the current provider issued a non-renewal notice. The Council also opened sealed bids for a new long-term trash and recycling contract and approved a salary increase for a fire department mechanic.

Mon Mar 20, 2023

Plan Commission (PC)

Plan Commission to consider rezoning 1.288 acres near Michigan Road

The Zionsville Plan Commission will hold its regular meeting on March 20, 2023, at Town Hall. The main item is a continued rezoning petition for 1.288 acres at 11695 E 550 South, from R-SF-2 to B-1 (Urban Neighborhood Business), in the Michigan Road Overlay. The commission will also hear the February monthly report, approve the February meeting minutes, and consider a contract for legal services.

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✓ Decided: Plan Commission recommends rezoning of 1.288 acres to business district

The Plan Commission provided a favorable recommendation to the Town Council for the rezoning of a parcel at 11695 E 550 South. The commission also approved a contract for legal services.

Mon Mar 20, 2023

Zionsville Safety Board

Zionsville Safety Board March meeting cancelled, no agenda items

The Zionsville Safety Board's March 20, 2023 public meeting is cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular Safety Board meeting is scheduled for April 17, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. or upon the conclusion of the Town Council meeting.

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Fri Mar 17, 2023

Zionsville Community Development Corporation (ZCDC)

ZCDC discusses landscape bids and assistance inquiry forms

The ZCDC will review a landscape bid from Brightview for Creekside Corporate Park. The board is also reviewing updates regarding 501(C)(3) progress and a new assistance inquiry form draft.

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Wed Mar 15, 2023

Zionsville Tree Board

Zionsville tree board to review ordinances, events, and HOA recognition

The PZAZ committee (People of Zionsville for the Aesthetics of Zionsville) is meeting to approve minutes, hear updates on initiatives including ordinances, tree-planting events, and the Tree City designation, and discuss old business like the HOA recognition program and meeting time. New business includes the Arbor Day Foundation Marketing Kit.

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✓ Decided: Zionsville Tree Board approves February meeting minutes

The Tree Board approved the minutes from the February 15, 2023 meeting. Members discussed preparations for the April 22 Greenfest and the Zionsville Tree of the Year competition. The board also noted receiving the Tree City Growth Award.

Tue Mar 14, 2023

Zionsville Town Hall Building Corporation

Annual meeting to elect officers; no major decisions listed

This is the annual meeting of the Zionsville Town Hall Building Corporation board. The agenda is limited to electing officers, opening the meeting, other business, and adjournment. No substantive policy, financial, or project decisions are listed on the agenda.

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Tue Mar 14, 2023

Zionsville Architectural Review Committee (ZARC)

ZARC to review Tipsy Mermaid facade grant request

The Zionsville Architectural Review Committee is meeting to approve minutes from January 10, 2023, and review a facade grant request from Tipsy Mermaid (Greg Merrell / 3K3M LLC). The meeting is mostly routine, with the grant request being the only substantive new business item.

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✓ Decided: ZARC approves 2023 agenda and notes $60,000 in program funding

The committee adopted the meeting agenda and received a report that the Town Council approved $60,000 in program funding for 2023. No formal action was taken on the Tipsy Mermaid grant amendment due to a lack of voting quorum.

Tue Mar 14, 2023

Zionsville Redevelopment Authority

Zionsville Redevelopment Authority holds annual meeting to elect officers

The Zionsville Redevelopment Authority is holding its annual meeting to elect officers and approve officer certifications. The agenda includes opening, elections, other business, and adjournment, with no substantive items listed.

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Tue Mar 14, 2023

Union Township Building Corporation

Union Township Building Corp. annual meeting to elect officers

The Union Township Building Corporation Board of Directors will hold its annual meeting to elect officers and approve officer certifications. The agenda includes opening, officer elections, other business, and adjournment. No substantive decisions or public hearings are listed.

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Mon Mar 13, 2023

Park and Road Impact Fee Review Board

Impact Fee Review Board to hear three appeals, elect officers

The Zionsville Park and Road Impact Fee Review Board is holding a special meeting to swear in members, elect officers, and consider an electronic meeting policy. The board will also hear three appeals related to impact fees for specific developments. The meeting is open to the public both onsite and via Zoom.

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Thu Mar 9, 2023

Zionsville Community Development Corporation (ZCDC)

Possible quorum of ZCDC and Climate Committee at Mayor's Breakfast

This is a public notice of a possible quorum of the Zionsville Community Development Corporation and the Climate Action Plan Steering Committee at a Mayor's Breakfast meeting. No decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda; it is purely procedural.

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Wed Mar 8, 2023

Zionsville Board of Park and Recreation

✓ Decided: Board approves $5.5M bond for Carpenter Nature Preserve

The Board approved a $5.5 million bond and associated resolutions for the acquisition and development of the Carpenter Nature Preserve. Members also approved several maintenance contracts and infrastructure change orders for the Rail Trail. A decision on the 2023 Winterfest event was deferred to April.

Mon Mar 6, 2023

Zionsville Town Council

Council to consider veto overrides on golf cart and finance director ordinances

The Zionsville Town Council will consider overriding mayoral vetoes on two ordinances: one amending the traffic code for golf carts (2023-04) and one establishing the Director and Deputy Director of Finance and Records and reestablishing the Municipal Relations Coordinator (2023-05). They will also hold a final reading on an ordinance creating an opioid settlement fund (2023-06), and discuss new business including a salary ordinance amendment, a crosswalk resolution, and additional appropriations for police vehicles and non-DLGF funds. The meeting includes public comment limited to agenda items.

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✓ Decided: Town Council overrides mayoral vetoes on golf cart and staffing ordinances

The Town Council voted to override mayoral vetoes regarding golf cart usage and the establishment of finance and municipal relations positions. The Council also approved an opioid fund and additional appropriations for police vehicles.

Tue Feb 21, 2023

Plan Commission (PC)

Plan Commission to review rezoning, 150-lot subdivision, and commercial building plans

The Zionsville Plan Commission will consider several development items, including a rezoning request for an ophthalmology practice, a 150-lot residential subdivision, replats, and two commercial building development plans. The agenda also includes a monthly report, meeting minutes, and updates on rules and the form-based code review process.

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✓ Decided: Plan Commission approves 150-lot subdivision and commercial developments

The Plan Commission conditionally approved a 150-lot residential subdivision and two commercial buildings for Graham Rahal Performance. The board also approved several lot replats and updated its Rules of Procedure.

Fri Feb 17, 2023

Zionsville Community Development Corporation (ZCDC)

Zionsville CDC to elect officers and review grant request

The Zionsville Community Development Corporation will elect officers (president, vice president, secretary, treasurer) and hear a grant request presentation. The board will also discuss a draft assistance inquiry form and receive a financial update.

Wed Feb 15, 2023

Zionsville Tree Board

Zionsville tree board to welcome new members, plan Arbor Day events

The Zionsville Tree Board (PZAZ) is meeting to approve minutes, introduce new members, and discuss initiatives including ordinances, tree-planting events, Tree City designation, and beautification projects. They will also consider an Arbor Day Foundation Marketing Kit and plan the Tree of the Year Award.

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✓ Decided: Tree Board approves December 2022 meeting minutes

The board approved the minutes from the December 14, 2022 meeting and welcomed three new members. Members discussed updates on tree-planting events, the Tree of the Year program, and outreach to HOAs. No other formal votes were recorded.

Tue Feb 14, 2023

Zionsville Architectural Review Committee (ZARC)

Zionsville Architectural Review Committee meeting cancelled

The Zionsville Architectural Review Committee meeting scheduled for February 14, 2023 has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for March 14, 2023.

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Mon Feb 13, 2023

Zionsville Town Council

Council to vote on traffic code changes, finance positions, opioid fund

The Zionsville Town Council is meeting to consider final readings of ordinances amending the traffic code (First Street loading zone, Colony Woods, golf carts), establishing finance director and municipal relations coordinator positions, and creating an opioid fund. They will also hold a public hearing on a resolution to appropriate additional funds and consider cancelling warrants.

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✓ Decided: Town Council approves traffic code updates and new finance positions

The Council approved ordinances to remove a loading zone on First Street and address drop-off safety in Colony Woods. They also established positions for Director and Deputy Director of Finance and Records. A resolution for $5.8M in additional appropriations was tabled for further review.

Mon Feb 13, 2023

Board of Police Commissioners

Police board holds closed session on prospective hires

The Zionsville Board of Police Commissioners is meeting in executive session, which is closed to the public, to receive information about prospective employees. A regular public meeting will follow immediately after the closed session.

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Mon Feb 13, 2023

Board of Police Commissioners

Police board meets; no new business, hears two presentations

The Zionsville Board of Police Commissioners holds its regular February meeting. The agenda lists no old or new business; the main items are presentations on the Municipal Services Building and a promotion. The board will also elect officers and approve December 2022 minutes.

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✓ Decided: Board of Police Commissioners appoints new President and Vice President

The Board appointed Kristin Vargo as President and Josh Garrett as Vice President. Members also approved the meeting memoranda from December 19, 2022. Presentations were given regarding a new Municipal Services Building and the upcoming promotion process.

Wed Feb 8, 2023

Zionsville Board of Park and Recreation

Public hearings on Carpenter Nature Preserve bonds and appropriation

The Zionsville Board of Parks and Recreation is holding its regular monthly meeting, including public hearings on a declaratory resolution and bonds for the Carpenter Nature Preserve, as well as an additional appropriation for the bond. The board will also discuss new business items such as ecological services, a public art donation, a Winterfest review, and sports field agreements, along with updates on the Rail Trail widening and trailhead.

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✓ Decided: Board approves preliminary $5.5M bond for Carpenter Nature Preserve

The Board approved a declaratory resolution to pursue a bond for the acquisition and phase 1 development of the Carpenter Nature Preserve. The Board also authorized a grant application for Eagle Creek restoration and approved a utility easement for REMC. Several board officers were elected for 2023.

Wed Feb 8, 2023

Zionsville Safety Board

Zionsville Safety Board February meeting cancelled, no agenda items

The Zionsville Safety Board's February 13, 2023 public meeting is cancelled due to lack of agenda items. The next regular Safety Board meeting is scheduled for Monday, March 20, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. or upon the conclusion of the Town Council meeting.

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Mon Feb 6, 2023

Zionsville Town Council

Council to consider Creekside PUD rezoning, opioid settlement opt-in, and new finance positions

The Zionsville Town Council will vote on several items, including a rezoning for the Creekside PUD, a resolution to opt into the Meijer opioid litigation settlement, and ordinances amending traffic codes and establishing finance director positions. They will also approve appointments to committees and the amended 2023 meeting schedule.

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✓ Decided: Town Council approves opioid settlement and zoning changes for Creekside PUD

The Council approved a regional opioid settlement with Meijer and a rezoning ordinance for the Creekside Corporate Park PUD. Several traffic and administrative ordinances were introduced on first reading, including updates to the golf cart ordinance. The Council also approved appointments to the Pathways and PZAZ committees.

Thu Jan 26, 2023

Zionsville Use of Force Board

Use of Force Board holds closed executive session for employee evaluations

The Zionsville Use of Force Board is holding an executive session on January 26, 2023, to discuss job performance evaluations of individual employees. This meeting is closed to the public and is authorized under Indiana Code. No other business is listed on the agenda.

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Fri Jan 20, 2023

Zionsville Community Development Corporation (ZCDC)

Zionsville Community Development Corporation January 20 meeting cancelled

The Zionsville Community Development Corporation (ZCDC) meeting scheduled for January 20, 2023 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 17, 2023.

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Wed Jan 18, 2023

Zionsville Board of Park and Recreation

Parks board to consider Eagle Creek restoration study and grant application

The Zionsville Board of Parks and Recreation will hold its regular monthly meeting, including electing 2023 officers, hearing staff reports, and discussing new business items. Key items include a potential Eagle Creek Restoration Study and DNR LARE Grant Application, a utility easement, and a bond for Carpenter Nature Preserve.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $89,180 for golf course mowers and renews legal contract

The Board approved the purchase of two specialty mowers for the golf course and renewed the 2023 legal services contract. Members reviewed a proposed 5-year master plan involving staffing increases and capital projects, and approved a change order for the Rail Trail trailhead restroom. The meeting also marked the departure of board members Tim Casady and John Wollenberg.

Wed Jan 18, 2023

Zionsville Tree Board

Zionsville Tree Board meeting cancelled for Jan 18

This meeting of the Zionsville Tree Board (listed as the People of Zionsville for the Aesthetics of Zionsville Committee, or PZAZ) has been cancelled. The notice indicates the public meeting scheduled for Wednesday, January 18, 2022, at 11:30 AM at Zionsville Town Hall, Room 202, will not take place.

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Tue Jan 17, 2023

Board of Police Commissioners

Police board January meeting cancelled for lack of agenda items

The Board of Police Commissioners' January 17, 2023 public meeting is cancelled because there are no agenda items to address. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 21, 2023, at 8:00 a.m. or following the Town Council meeting.

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Tue Jan 17, 2023

Plan Commission (PC)

Plan Commission to consider rezoning, replats, and storage facility

The Zionsville Plan Commission will hold a regular meeting on January 17, 2023, to consider several development items. These include a rezoning petition for the Creekside PUD, replats for properties in Holliday Farms, and a development plan for a self-storage facility. The meeting will also include election of officers, approval of minutes, and informational reports.

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✓ Decided: Plan Commission approves self-storage facility and Creekside PUD rezoning

The Plan Commission conditionally approved a three-story self-storage facility and issued a favorable recommendation for a rezoning petition at Creekside PUD. The board also approved a property line replat in Holliday Farms and elected its officers for the year.

Tue Jan 17, 2023

Zionsville Safety Board

Zionsville Safety Board January meeting cancelled, no agenda items

The Zionsville Safety Board's January 17, 2023 public meeting is cancelled due to lack of agenda items. The next regular Safety Board meeting is scheduled for Monday, February 13, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. or upon the conclusion of the Town Council meeting.

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Tue Jan 17, 2023

Plan Commission (PC)

Plan Commission and BZA to review Indiana zoning law updates

This is a special combined meeting of the Zionsville Plan Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals. The purpose is for legal counsel to present updates to Indiana zoning law from the General Assembly, provide guidance on administering the Zionsville Zoning Ordinance, and review factors for determining petitions. No specific decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

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Tue Jan 17, 2023

Zionsville Town Council

Council to consider finance job descriptions, park master plan, appointments

The Zionsville Town Council will meet to approve minutes and claims, hear presentations on the Park Department's 5-Year Master Plan and from Congressman Jim Baird's office, and consider appointments to boards and commissions. They will also vote on job descriptions for the Director and Deputy Director of Finance & Records.

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✓ Decided: Town Council approves finance job descriptions and board appointments

The Town Council approved new job descriptions for the Director and Deputy Director of Finance and Records. Council also approved a list of appointments to various boards and commissions, excluding the Pathways Committee. Additionally, the council approved year-end claims for 2022 and claims for January 17, 2023.

Mon Jan 16, 2023

Zionsville Pathways Committee Meeting

Zionsville Pathways Committee to meet virtually Jan. 16

The Zionsville Pathways Committee will hold a virtual meeting on January 16, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and no listed discussion items.

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✓ Decided: Pathways Committee submits Bike Friendly Application for review

The committee completed a final review of the Bike Friendly Application and sent it to Jarod Logsdon for completion and submission. Members discussed 2023 priorities, including the Oak Street Trail and waterway access points.

Tue Jan 10, 2023

Zionsville Architectural Review Committee (ZARC)

Zionsville architectural panel to elect officers, hear business district update

The Zionsville Architectural Review Committee is meeting to approve minutes, elect officers (President, Vice President, Secretary), and receive an update on the Zionsville Business District Improvement Program. The agenda is largely procedural, with no rezoning or contract items listed.

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✓ Decided: ZARC elects officers and discusses downtown improvement priorities

The committee elected its President, Vice President, and Secretary. Members discussed potential aesthetic and accessibility improvements for the Zionsville Business District to create a priority list for the Town.

Fri Jan 6, 2023

Zionsville Use of Force Board

Use of Force Board holds closed-door employee performance review

The Zionsville Use of Force Board is meeting in executive session to discuss a job performance evaluation of individual employees, as permitted by state law. This meeting is not open to the public.

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Tue Jan 3, 2023

Zionsville Town Council

Zionsville Town Council to elect officers, approve job descriptions and reappropriations

The Zionsville Town Council will hold its first meeting of 2023, electing officers for the year, approving the December 19, 2022 meeting minutes and claims, and considering several administrative items. New business includes approval of job descriptions for the Director and Deputy Director of Finance & Records, a READI Grant overview and Zionsville Gateway Area update, and 2022 year-end reappropriations. The meeting is open to the public with a three-minute speaking limit per person on agenda items only.

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✓ Decided: Town Council elects officers and approves 2022 year-end reappropriations

The Town Council re-elected its President and Vice-President and approved the 2022 year-end reappropriations. Several items, including job descriptions and year-end claims, were tabled for future meetings. The Council also received a presentation on the READI Grant and Zionsville Gateway Area.