Zionsville public meetings in 2024
165 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Zionsville Redevelopment Commission (ZRDC)
The Zionsville Redevelopment Commission will consider Resolution 2024-13 for the closing of Creekside Lots 4 & 5 and partial Lot 3 with Frooz Vision LLC. They will also review a bond disbursement request for The Farm Phase 2 and approve the end-of-year claims register.
- Resolution 2024-13 for Creekside closing – Lots 4 & 5, Partial 3 – Frooz Vision LLC
- End-of-year claims register (EOY RDC CLAIMS REGISTER.PDF)
- Bond disbursement written request for The Farm Phase 2
Zionsville Community Development Corporation (ZCDC)
The Zionsville Community Development Corporation meeting scheduled for December 20, 2024 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for January 17, 2025 at 8:30 a.m. in Town Hall Room 205.
Zionsville Tree Board
The Zionsville Tree Board (PZAZ) will meet to approve November minutes and receive updates on initiatives including ordinances and preservation, events, Tree City designation, outreach, grants, and old business such as Tree Steward training and a curriculum for 'A Tree Can Be'. No votes on binding actions are scheduled; the meeting is primarily informational and procedural.
- Update on ordinances and preservation, including a parks list and awaiting direction from mayor
- Event planning for tree-planting day and Fall Festival
- Tree of the Year selection and Tree City designation update
- Tree Steward training and 'A Tree Can Be' curriculum discussion
- Review of committee name and strategic charter
The Zionsville Tree Board met and approved the November 20, 2024 minutes. The board noted the Town Council's decision to rename the group to the Zionsville Tree Board, introduced the new Right-of-Way Manager, and discussed plans for upcoming events and the Tree City USA application. No substantive decisions were made beyond routine approvals and updates.
- Approved minutes from November 20, 2024
- Noted Town Council's vote to rename board to Zionsville Tree Board
- Introduced Right-of-Way Manager Justin Patterson
- Discussed adding a high school student to the committee
- Reviewed ordinance objectives and discussed rewriting mission statement
Zionsville Redevelopment Commission (ZRDC)
The Zionsville Redevelopment Commission will consider resolutions authorizing the transfer of Creekside lots to private entities, including Lot 2 to Crider & Crider and Lots 4 & 5 to Frooz Vision LLC. The commission will also receive an end-of-year TIF report from Crowe and vote on December claims and meeting minutes.
- Creekside Closing Deposit Resolution
- Transfer of Creekside Lot 2 to Crider & Crider
- Transfer of Creekside Lots 4 & 5 to Frooz Vision LLC
- 2024 Annual TIF Report presentation by Crowe
- Approval of December 2024 claims
Board of Police Commissioners
The December 16, 2024, meeting was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.
Zionsville Town Council
The Town Council will hold final readings for several ordinances, including a sewer rate increase and the 2025 non-DLGF budget. The body will also discuss board appointments and a petition for an alley vacation.
- Sewer Rate Increase Ordinance 2024-43 (Public Hearing)
- Non-DLGF Budget for 2025 Ordinance 2024-42
- Dunitz alley vacation petition Ordinance 2024-49 (Public Hearing)
- Mulberry Street and Governors Lane crosswalk Resolution 2024-20
- Year-end additional appropriation Resolution 2024-18 (Public Hearing)
The Zionsville Town Council approved a sewer rate increase for single-family residential customers from $44.50 to $56.85 per month, the first increase in 14 years. The council also approved the 2025 Non-DLGF budget of $11,039,429.63, with amendments reducing the Mulberry Fields concession stand allocation to $980,000 and deferring $600,000 in new impact fees pending a Parks Board spending plan. All votes were 7-0.
- Approved sewer rate increase to $56.85/month for single-family residential (7-0)
- Approved 2025 Non-DLGF budget of $11,039,429.63 (7-0)
- Amended budget: reduced Mulberry Fields concession stand to $980,000 (7-0)
- Amended budget: deferred $600,000 in new impact fees pending Parks Board plan (7-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2024-41 renaming PZAZ to Zionsville Tree Board (7-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2024-44 establishing a Disability Committee (7-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2024-45 limiting political signs at Town Hall to two (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 2024-20 for crosswalk at Mulberry Street and Governors Lane (7-0)
Plan Commission (PC)
The Zionsville Plan Commission will consider several development plans at this meeting, including a recreational park at Carpenter Nature Preserve, a minor residential subdivision, a medical office building in Creekside Corporate Park, and a redesign of commercial buildings at The Shops at Holliday Farms. They will also discuss a text amendment to the Subdivision Control Ordinance regarding street lights. Two rezoning petitions—The Reserve at Union Woodlands and Creekside Corporate Park signage amendment—have been continued to the January 2025 meeting.
- Development plan for Carpenter Nature Preserve: restroom/shelter, amphitheater, playground, trails, and parking on 601 S. 900 East
- Development plan for Mulberry Fields restroom/concession building at 9645 Whitestown Road
- Development plan for Center for Sight medical office at 10859 and 10869 Creek Way
- Primary plat approval for Hickory Farms 2-lot minor subdivision at 425 S 900 East
- Text amendment to Subdivision Control Ordinance Section 193.060(A)(3)&(4) regarding street lights
The Zionsville Plan Commission approved several development plans, including a medical office building, a nature preserve park, a restroom/concession building, and a commercial redesign. It also continued two rezoning petitions to January 2025 and recommended a street light ordinance amendment to the Town Council. All votes were unanimous (7-0).
- Approved continuance for The Reserve at Union Woodlands PUD rezoning to Jan 21, 2025 (7-0)
- Approved continuance for Creekside Corporate Park signage rezoning to Jan 21, 2025 (7-0)
- Recommended street light ordinance amendment to Town Council (7-0)
- Denied sidewalk waiver for Hickory Farms subdivision (7-0)
- Approved sidewalk deferral and bond waiver for Hickory Farms (7-0)
- Conditionally approved Hickory Farms minor subdivision plat (7-0)
- Conditionally approved Center for Sight medical office building (7-0)
- Approved Carpenter Nature Preserve development plan with waivers (7-0)
Zionsville Safety Board
The Zionsville Safety Board will meet on December 16, 2024 to approve minutes from the November 26 special meeting, receive a monthly report from the Fire Department, and discuss a proposed Remote Meeting Policy. The meeting is largely procedural, with one new business item.
- Approval of minutes from November 26, 2024 Special Meeting
- Fire Department Monthly Report
- New Business: Remote Meeting Policy discussion
The Zionsville Safety Board approved a Remote Meeting Policy allowing members to attend remotely with advance written notice, requiring an in-person quorum and roll call votes. The board also approved the November 26, 2024 meeting minutes and discussed adding capital improvement data to the Fire Department Monthly Report.
- Approved November 26, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Remote Meeting Policy (unanimous)
Zionsville Board of Park and Recreation
The Zionsville Board of Parks and Recreation will discuss construction contracts for the Mulberry Fields restroom shelter and the Turkey Foot pedestrian bridge. The board is also reviewing a conservation easement and PIF credit for the Woods of Wild Air development.
- Notice of Award and construction agreements for Mulberry Fields Restroom Shelter
- Grant of Conservation Easement and Resolution 2024-07 for Woods of Wild Air development
- Notice of Award and construction contracts for Turkey Foot Pedestrian Bridge Approach Replacement
- Update to the Shelter Reservation Policy
- Bid for unfinished work at Overley-Worman Park
Zionsville Architectural Review Committee (ZARC)
The Zionsville Architectural Review Committee meeting scheduled for December 10, 2024 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for January 14, 2024 at 8:00 a.m. in Zionsville Town Hall, Room 105. No business items were considered due to the cancellation.
- Meeting cancelled; no items discussed or decided
Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)
The Zionsville Board of Zoning Appeals will consider two development standard variances and approve the withdrawal of a residential subdivision variance request. The board will also vote on updated rules and procedures for 2025.
- Zionsville Parks and Recreation Board seeks a variance to reduce required parking for Carpenter Nature Preserve (601 S 900 E) in R-1 zoning.
- Matt Fortney requests a variance to reduce the front yard setback at 5900 W 96th Street in LB zoning.
- Casey Good's request for a variance to exceed lot depth-to-width ratio at 8662 E 200 South (R-2) is withdrawn.
- Board approves minutes from November 6, 2024 meeting (4-0).
- Board approves 2025 Rules and Procedures (4-0).
Zionsville Town Council
The Zionsville Town Council will conduct first readings on eight ordinances, including a sewer rate increase (Ordinance 2024-43) and the 2025 non-DLGF budget (Ordinance 2024-42) with a public hearing. They will also swear in three new fire engineers and receive the year-end economic development report.
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-43 for a sewer rate increase
- First reading and public hearing for Ordinance 2024-42 establishing the 2025 non-DLGF budget
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-41 renaming the PZAZ Committee to Tree Board
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-44 establishing a Zionsville Disability Committee
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-46 revising nepotism and conflict of interest rules
Zionsville Safety Board
The Zionsville Safety Board is holding a special meeting to discuss the establishment of a merit system for the fire department. The board will also conduct an election of officers.
- Ordinance 2024-29: Establishing a Merit System for the Zionsville Fire Department
- Election of Officers
Zionsville Fire Pension Board
The Zionsville Fire Department Pension Board is meeting for an executive session. The meeting is designated for the discussion of records classified as confidential by state or federal statute.
Zionsville Fire Pension Board
The Zionsville Fire Pension Board will review PERF testing for a new hire. No other business is scheduled, making this a largely procedural meeting.
- Review of new hire PERF testing
Zionsville Redevelopment Commission (ZRDC)
The Zionsville Redevelopment Commission is meeting to consider a TIF pledge resolution and taxpayer agreement for The Farm, Phase II. The body will also review the 2025 Annual Spending Plan and a parking adequacy presentation for the village.
- The Farm, Phase II TIF Pledge Resolution and Taxpayer Agreement (Michigan Road EDA)
- RDC 2025 Annual Spending Plan
- Bond disbursement request for Holliday Farms Senior Living
- Village Parking Study update and presentation
- READI Grant and Creekside Lot Sales updates
Board of Police Commissioners
The Board of Police Commissioners will meet to discuss the ratification of a merit system for the Zionsville Police Department. This action is pursuant to Ordinance 2024-28.
- Merit System Ratification pursuant to Ordinance 2024-28
- Approval of May 20, 2024 meeting minutes
Zionsville Tree Board
The Zionsville Tree Board (PZAZ) will meet to approve October minutes and receive updates on ordinances, events, and outreach. Old business includes Tree Steward training, a meeting with Zionsville Community Schools on the 'A Tree Can Be' curriculum, and discussion of the committee's name and strategic charter. No votes on funding or new ordinances are scheduled.
- Update on ordinances and preservation efforts
- Planning for tree-planting day and Fall Festival
- Discussion of Tree City designation status
- Tree Steward training update by Dan
- Review of strategic charter and committee name
Board of Police Commissioners
The Zionsville Board of Police Commissioners has canceled its November 18, 2024, public meeting due to no agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 16, 2024.
Zionsville Town Council
The Zionsville Town Council will consider final readings for ordinances regarding 2025 official compensation and the establishment of police and fire merit boards. The body will also review eight separate rezoning petitions for the Zionsville School Corporation and a first reading of a revised ARPA plan. Additionally, the council will receive a presentation on a sewer rate study.
- Ordinance 2024-31: Authorizing bonds for The Farm
- Eight rezoning ordinances for Zionsville School Corporation (Ordinances 2024-32 through 2024-39)
- Ordinance 2024-27: 2025 compensation for officials and employees
- Ordinances 2024-28 and 2024-29: Establishing Police and Fire Merit Boards
- Ordinance 2024-40: Revised American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) plan
Plan Commission (PC)
The Zionsville Plan Commission will meet to approve minutes, handle withdrawal and continuance requests for several rezoning petitions, and hear continued business including a minor subdivision and a primary plat for 282 residential lots with three waiver requests. A new business item for a pergola addition at Appaloosa Crossing is also on the agenda.
- Withdrawal of ZCS Rezoning #6: 25.13 acres at 1469 S 1100 East from AG to SU-1
- Continuance of The Reserve at Union Woodlands PUD Rezoning (147.4 acres mixed-use) to December 16
- Continuance of Creekside Corporate Park PUD signage amendment to December 16
- Continued business: Davis Minor Residential Subdivision (2 lots on 10 acres at 6905 S SR 267)
- Continued business: Bradley Ridge Primary Plat (282 lots on 345 acres with three waiver requests at 1310 US Highway 421)
Zionsville Safety Board
The Zionsville Safety Board cancelled its November 18 public meeting due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 16, 2024, at 8:00 a.m.
- Meeting cancelled due to no agenda items
- Next meeting: December 16, 2024
Zionsville Community Development Corporation (ZCDC)
The Zionsville Community Development Corporation will discuss old business regarding the Zionsville Summit and consider new business including the Assistance Grant Program and the Creekside Corporate Park 2025 Budget. The board will also receive a financial update and review banking responsibilities.
- Old Business: Zionsville Summit
- New Business: Assistance Grant Program
- New Business: Creekside Corporate Park 2025 Budget
- CDC Financial Update
- Banking Responsibilities
Zionsville Board of Park and Recreation
The Zionsville Board of Parks & Recreation will discuss a resolution to establish the 2025 fee schedule. The board is also reviewing construction bids and right-of-entry agreements for the Carpenter Nature Preserve.
- Resolution 2024-06 to establish Fee Ordinance for 2025
- Carpenter Nature Preserve Phase 1 construction bid
- Big-4 Rail Trail widening change order for common excavation
- Holliday Bridge pedestrian railing
- Starkey Switchback lumber purchase
Zionsville Police Pension Board
The Zionsville Police Pension Board has scheduled a public meeting for November 13, 2024. The agenda provided contains only the meeting time and location; no specific discussion items or decisions are listed.
Zionsville Architectural Review Committee (ZARC)
The Zionsville Architectural Review Committee meeting scheduled for November 12, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 10, 2024.
Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)
The Zionsville Board of Zoning Appeals approved minutes from October 2, withdrew a variance request from Brant Hile, continued a case from Casey Good to December, and decided six new development standard variance requests. Four lots on Willow Road (Lots 1-4) were conditionally approved to eliminate required road frontage and allow a gated entrance. A variance to reduce side yard setback at 320 South Fourth Street was approved. The board also approved the 2025 meeting calendar and continued discussion on rules and procedures.
- Approved variance for Paul Kite at 320 South Fourth Street to reduce side yard setback in R-V district.
- Conditionally approved variance for Troy Roberson at 3511 Willow Road (Lot 2) to eliminate road frontage and allow gated entrance.
- Conditionally approved variance for Anne M. Carlsson Trust at 3511 Willow Road (Lot 1) to eliminate road frontage and allow gated entrance.
- Conditionally approved variance for Troy Roberson at 3511 Willow Road (Lot 3) to eliminate road frontage and allow gated entrance.
- Conditionally approved variance for Samuel H. Ballard and Swati Singh at 3680 Willow Road (Lot 4) to eliminate road frontage and allow gated entrance.
Zionsville Town Council
The Zionsville Town Council will hold first readings of five ordinances: the 2025 salary ordinance (2024-27), ordinances establishing police and fire merit boards (2024-28 and 2024-29), an amendment to the safety board ordinance (2024-30), and a bond authorization for The Farm development (2024-31). The council will also approve meeting minutes, payroll claims, and claims registers, and hear a mayor's update on Election Day, SBOA process, village public restrooms, and public safety.
- First Reading of Ordinance 2024-27 establishing 2025 compensation for town officials and employees
- First Reading of Ordinance 2024-28 establishing a Police Merit Board for the Zionsville Police Department
- First Reading of Ordinance 2024-29 establishing a Fire Merit Board for the Zionsville Fire Department
- First Reading of Ordinance 2024-30 amending the Safety Board ordinance
- First Reading of Ordinance 2024-31 authorizing bonds for The Farm development (Phase II, TIF-EDC financing)
Zionsville Economic Development Commission
The Zionsville Economic Development Commission will consider Resolution [2024-03] for Michigan Road EDA: The Farm – Phase II. This final action resolution involves Tax Increment Financing (TIF) documents including a bond purchase agreement, financing agreement, and trust indenture. The commission may vote on the resolution after a public hearing.
- Michigan Road EDA: The Farm – Phase II – Resolution [2024-03]
- Final Action Resolution for ZIONSVILLE TIF-EDC (THE FARM)
- Notice of EDC public hearing on the TIF
- Bond Purchase Agreement for TIF financing
- Financing Agreement and Trust Indenture for the project
Plan Commission (PC)
The Zionsville Plan Commission will hold a special meeting to hear continuation of one rezoning petition and eight new rezoning requests, all seeking to change rural agricultural and residential classifications to Urban Special Use District One (SU-1). The commission will also consider adopting updated Plan Commission Rules and Procedures town-wide. A continuance request for docket 2024-62-Z has been submitted to the November 18 meeting.
- Continuance request for 2024-62-Z: 25.13 acres at 1469 S 1100 East from AG to SU-1
- 2024-56-Z: 69.40 acres at 5565 S 700 East from Rural R-1 to SU-1
- 2024-57-Z: 4.98 acres at 7225 E 550 South from Rural R-1 to SU-1
- 2024-58-Z: 13.169 acres at 7312 W Stonegate Drive from Rural R-2 to SU-1
- 2024-63-Z: 16.53 acres at 11750 E 300 South from Rural R-2 to SU-1
Zionsville Tree Board
The People of Zionsville for the Aesthetics of Zionsville Committee (PZAZ) will meet to approve minutes, receive updates on events like tree-planting day and Fall Festival, discuss the Tree City designation, and review old business including tree steward training and a symposium. No votes on ordinances or contracts are scheduled.
- Updates on tree-planting day and Fall Festival events
- Tree of the Year selection
- Tree City designation update
- Grants update: CUF grant from DRG – Aren Flint
- Indiana Urban Forestry Symposium on Dec 3-4 at Crown Hill Cemetery & Arboretum
Zionsville Redevelopment Commission (ZRDC)
The Zionsville Redevelopment Commission will discuss and potentially approve the 2025 budget, along with development agreements for Creekside Lot 2 (Crider & Crider) and Lots 3-5 (Frooz Vision LLC). The commission will also consider a waiver of closing requirements for the Frooz Vision development and set a finalized closing timeline. Other business includes approval of October claims, meeting minutes, and reports on TIF areas and READI grant updates.
- 2025 RDC budget and TIF financing plan
- Development agreement for Creekside Lot 2 with Crider & Crider
- Development presentation for Creekside Lots 3-5 by Frooz Vision LLC, including waiver of closing requirements
- Approval of October 2024 claims register
- TIF area report and Creekside lot availability update
Zionsville Redevelopment Commission (ZRDC)
The Zionsville Redevelopment Commission is convening an executive session. The meeting is closed to the public to discuss a real property transaction involving a sale.
- Discussion of a real property sale
Board of Police Commissioners
The Board of Police Commissioners meeting scheduled for October 21, 2024, is cancelled due to no agenda items. The next regular meeting is set for November 18, 2024.
Zionsville Town Council
The Zionsville Town Council will consider a final reading of an ordinance to establish an Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA). The meeting also includes administration updates on finances and public restrooms, as well as the approval of payroll and claims.
- Final reading of Ordinance 2024-25 to establish a Downtown Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA)
- Resolution 2024-16 recognizing the Zionsville Girls Golf Team and Taylor Snively
- Mayor's update on SBOA Audit and Q3 Financial Report
- Discussion on Village Public Restrooms and a downtown bathroom study
- Approval of September 2024 payroll claims and October 21, 2024 claims
Plan Commission (PC)
The Zionsville Plan Commission will discuss and possibly adopt revised Rules and Procedures governing its meetings. The commission will also hear several development proposals, including minor subdivisions, development plan amendments, and a new pet-friendly taproom. Larger projects like the Reserve at Union Woodlands PUD rezoning and Bradley Ridge primary plat are continued to November.
- Discussion and possible adoption of revised Plan Commission Rules and Procedures (town-wide)
- Paws on Tap: development plan for a self-serve pet-friendly taproom and beer garden at 10903 E. 300 South
- Marathon additional fueling station with canopy at 6378 Crane Drive, Whitestown
- The Courtyards of Russell Oaks: primary plat and development plan amendments for 10 single-family lots at 8901 E. Oak Street
- Kouns AG Estates: minor subdivision of 68 acres into three lots at 10155 E 200 South
Zionsville Safety Board
The October 21, 2024, public meeting of the Zionsville Safety Board has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.
Zionsville Community Development Corporation (ZCDC)
The Zionsville Community Development Corporation meeting scheduled for October 18, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for November 15, 2024.
Zionsville Architectural Review Committee (ZARC)
The Zionsville Architectural Review Committee will decide on a facade grant request from North High Brewing at 75 N Main Street. The committee will also approve minutes from September 10, 2024, and discuss any old or new business.
- Façade Grant Request – North High Brewing – 75 N Main Street
- Approval of minutes from September 10, 2024
- Next regular meeting scheduled for November 12, 2024 at 8:00 a.m.
Park and Road Impact Fee Review Board
The Zionsville Park and Road Impact Fee Review Board holds a special meeting to hear an appeal from Movement Chiropractic & Sports Clinic regarding road impact fees for their property at 12036 North Michigan Road. The agenda includes only this appeal and routine procedural items. The public can attend in person at Town Hall or via Zoom.
- Appeal – Movement Chiropractic & Sports Clinic – 12036 North Michigan Road
- Road Impact Fee (RIF) appeal letter and completed form documents
- Meeting held in Council Chambers at Zionsville Town Hall (1100 West Oak Street)
- Public attendance options: in-person, Zoom, or telephone
- No other business beyond the single appeal
Zionsville Board of Park and Recreation
The Zionsville Board of Parks and Recreation will consider construction documentation for the Turkeyfoot Nature Park pedestrian bridge approach replacement, a new concession stand at Mulberry Fields, and a restated park rules resolution. They will also discuss a sports field agreement with ZYFL, a Zionsville Rail Trail proposal, and updates on 200 S Park improvement, Union Township land donation, and Carpenter Nature Preserve drainage. Staff reports and the claims register are also on the agenda.
- Turkeyfoot Nature Park pedestrian bridge construction documentation
- Mulberry Fields concession stand construction documentation
- Mulberry Fields sports field agreement with ZYFL
- Zionsville Rail Trail TOH Proposal
- 2024-05 Park Rules Resolution restating park rules
Zionsville Architectural Review Committee (ZARC)
The Zionsville Architectural Review Committee will review a facade grant request from North High Brewing for property at 75 N Main Street. The committee will also consider adoption of the agenda and approval of minutes from the September 10, 2024 meeting.
- Facade grant request from North High Brewing for property at 75 N Main Street (multiple supporting documents attached)
- Approval of minutes from the September 10, 2024 meeting
Zionsville Town Council
The Zionsville Town Council will vote on final readings of the 2025 Budget Ordinance (Ordinance 2024-26) and the Downtown Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) Ordinance (Ordinance 2024-25). They will also hold a public hearing on an additional appropriation for police operations (Resolution 2024-15) and consider an excess levy appeal to the Indiana Department of Local Government Finance. The agenda includes swearing in Firefighter Luke Miller and a presentation of the Z'Trees of the Year award.
- Final reading of the 2025 Budget Ordinance (Ordinance 2024-26)
- Final reading of the Downtown Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) Ordinance (Ordinance 2024-25)
- Public hearing on Additional Appropriation for Police Operating (Resolution 2024-15)
- Consideration of excess levy appeal to the Indiana Department of Local Government Finance
- Swearing in of Firefighter Luke Miller
Zionsville Community Development Corporation (ZCDC)
The Zionsville Community Development Corporation will review a grant request presentation and discuss a Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area. The body will also address the Zionsville Summit and revisions to the assistance grant application process.
- Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA)
- Grant Request Presentation
- Revision of Assistance Grant Application & Process
- Zionsville Summit
- CDC Financial Update
Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)
The Zionsville Board of Zoning Appeals approved a development standards variance for Lisa Rollins to exceed maximum lot coverage at 4603 South Cobblestone Drive. The board also approved withdrawals of two other variance requests and continued a third to November. Administrative items included electing Josh Fedor as vice chair and postponing rules and calendar discussions.
- Approved variance for Lisa Rollins to exceed max lot coverage in R-SF-2 district at 4603 South Cobblestone Drive (vote 3-2)
- Withdrawn variance request by RFPDI LLC to exceed max sign size at 10814 and 10850 Creek Way in Creekside Corporate Park PUD
- Withdrawn variance request by John and Jill Sima to exceed 3:1 lot depth-to-width ratio at 7740 E 400 South in R-2 district
- Continued to Nov 6 variance request by Brant Hile to exceed max lot coverage at 480 Isenhour Hills Drive in R-SF-2 district
- Josh Fedor elected BZA vice chair (5-0)
Zionsville Tree Board
The People of Zionsville for the Aesthetics of Zionsville Committee (PZAZ) is holding a public meeting on September 25, 2024, at Town Hall in Room 103. The agenda contains only a meeting notice with no specific items for discussion or decision.
Zionsville Redevelopment Commission (ZRDC)
The Zionsville Redevelopment Commission will consider approval of its 2025 budget draft and bond disbursement requests from Holliday Farms Senior Living. The commission will also receive updates on the Creekside project, Wild Air TIF bond closing, and the READI grant. Other business includes selection of legal team and an update from the Zionsville Community Development Corporation.
- Consideration of 2025 RDC budget draft
- Holliday Farms Senior Living TIF bond disbursement requests for August and September 2024
- Wild Air TIF bond closing update
- Creekside Project updates
- Legal team selection
Zionsville Redevelopment Commission (ZRDC)
This is a notice of an executive session, from which the public is excluded, for the purpose of discussing a real property transaction (sale) under Indiana code. No public decisions or discussions will occur during this closed session.
- Executive session for a real property transaction (sale) under IC 5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(2)(D)(vi)
Zionsville Community Development Corporation (ZCDC)
The Zionsville Community Development Corporation meeting scheduled for September 20, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for October 18, 2024.
Board of Police Commissioners
The September 16, 2024 meeting of the Zionsville Board of Police Commissioners has been canceled due to no agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 21, 2024.
Zionsville Town Council
The Zionsville Town Council is holding a closed executive session on September 16, 2024, to discuss strategy regarding the purchase of real property. The session is authorized under Indiana Code § 5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(2)(D)(i) and is not open to the public. No public votes or decisions are expected during this private deliberation.
- Executive session for strategy on purchase of real property (Ind. Code § 5-14-1.5-6.1)
The Zionsville Town Council met in executive session on September 16, 2024, to discuss strategy regarding a potential real property purchase, as permitted by Indiana law. No official action was taken, and no other matters were discussed. The session was closed to the public and adjourned after about 18 minutes.
- Held executive session for real property purchase strategy (no action taken)
Zionsville Town Council
The Zionsville Town Council will hold a public hearing on the 2025 Budget Introduction Ordinance 2024-26. They will also consider approving the September 3, 2024 meeting minutes and the September 16, 2024 claims register, and review a 5-Year Spending Plan.
- Public hearing on 2025 Budget Introduction Ordinance 2024-26
- Approval of September 3, 2024 meeting minutes
- Approval of September 16, 2024 claims register
- Review of 5-Year Spending Plan
The Zionsville Town Council introduced the 2025 budget ordinance (2024-26) on first reading, with a planned $52.5 million in spending against $48.8 million in revenue, using surplus funds to bridge the gap. The budget includes hiring four firefighters and one police officer, a 4% minimum pay increase for town employees, and a lower municipal tax rate of 0.4805. The council also approved the September 3 meeting minutes and the September 16 claims. Final budget approval is scheduled for October 7, 2024.
- Introduced 2025 budget ordinance (2024-26) on first reading (6-0)
- Approved September 3, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Approved September 16, 2024 claims (6-0)
Plan Commission (PC)
The Zionsville Plan Commission will consider two continuances of rezoning and subdivision petitions to October, and take action on certifying whether to accept or reject the Town Council's rejection of proposed ordinance amendments to Board of Zoning Appeals variance criteria. The commission will also discuss draft ordinance amendments on accessory dwelling units, agritourism, solar/wind energy, and code enforcement, as well as the development plan approval process and the proposed 2025 meeting schedule. No new business or continued business items are scheduled.
- Continuance of The Reserve at Union Woodlands PUD rezoning (147.4 acres, mixed-use) from AG to PUD at 11201 & 10801 E. 200 South and 2475 S. U.S. 421 to October 21, 2024
- Continuance of Sima Minor Subdivision primary plat (3 lots, 28 acres) at 7740 E 400 South to October 21, 2024
- Certification action on Town Council's rejection of proposed ordinance amendments to Section 194.202(C)(1)(e) concerning BZA development standards variance criteria
- Discussion of draft ordinance amendments regarding accessory dwelling units, agritourism, solar/wind energy, and code enforcement
- Introduction of proposed 2025 Plan Commission Meeting Schedule and Deadlines
The Zionsville Plan Commission continued two petitions to the October 21 meeting: The Reserve at Union Woodlands PUD rezoning (2024-50-Z) due to lack of proper public notice, and the Sima Minor Subdivision primary plat (2024-51-MP) pending a BZA variance. The commission also concurred with the Town Council's rejection of an ordinance amendment on BZA variance criteria, directed staff to finalize new rules and development plan review procedures, and approved the 2025 meeting calendar subject to Town Council approval.
- Continued The Reserve at Union Woodlands PUD rezoning to Oct 21 (7-0)
- Continued Sima Minor Subdivision primary plat to Oct 21 (7-0)
- Concurred with Town Council's rejection of ordinance amendment on BZA variance criteria (7-0)
- Directed staff to finalize Plan Commission Rules and Procedures for Oct 21 action
- Directed staff to finalize Development Plan review process for Oct 21 action
- Approved 2025 Plan Commission meeting calendar subject to Town Council approval
- Scheduled special meeting for Oct 28, 2024
Zionsville Safety Board
The Zionsville Safety Board meeting scheduled for September 16, 2024, was cancelled due to lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 21, 2024.
Zionsville Board of Park and Recreation
The Zionsville Board of Parks & Recreation will review staff reports and new business items. The board is discussing site improvements and a donor agreement for nature preserves.
- 200 S Park Improvement site plan rendering
- Carpenter Nature Preserve ZPF Donor MOU
- Heritage Trail Park Hoop House greenhouse installation
- Review of the 9-11-2024 Parks Claim Register
Zionsville Architectural Review Committee (ZARC)
This meeting includes approval of minutes from January 9, 2024, and discussion of old business. The main new business item is a façade grant revision for CoHatch/North High Brewing at 75 N Main Street. There will also be a program discussion. The meeting is at Zionsville Town Hall on September 10, 2024.
- Façade Grant Revision for CoHatch/North High Brewing at 75 N Main Street
Zionsville Use of Force Board
The Use of Force Board is meeting in an executive session closed to the public. The board will discuss job performance evaluations of individual employees.
- Discussion of individual employee job performance evaluations
Zionsville Crash Review Board
The Zionsville Crash Review Board will hold a closed executive session on September 6, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. in the Zionsville Police Department conference room. The meeting will not be open to the public and will focus on job performance evaluations of individual employees.
Zionsville Town Council
The Zionsville 2025 Budget Workshop scheduled for September 5, 2024, has been cancelled.
Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)
The Zionsville Board of Zoning Appeals approved several development variance and special exception requests for properties including SW Concessions and John Noble. One variance for Epcon Russell Oaks was denied while two others were conditionally approved. Multiple items were continued to the October 2 meeting, including proposals from RFPDI LLC, Lisa Rollins, Brant Hile, and John and Jill Sima. The board also postponed consideration of updated rules and procedures and election of a vice chair.
- Denied variance 1 and conditionally approved variances 2 and 3 for Epcon Russell Oaks LLC at 8901 and 9085 E Oak Street for signage in R-2 zoning
- Approved special exception for SW Concessions LLC at 7885 Royal Avenue to allow single-family residential use in General Agricultural (AG) zoning
- Approved deviation from setback requirements for SW Concessions LLC at same address in AG zoning
- Approved variance for John Noble at 435 West Sycamore Street to reduce required aggregate side yard in Urban Village Residential (R-V) zoning
- Continued items for RFPDI LLC (sign size variance at Creekside Corporate Park), Lisa Rollins (lot coverage), Brant Hile (lot coverage), and John and Jill Sima (lot depth-to-width ratio) to October 2 meeting
The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a special exception and three development standard variances for a single-family home at 7885 Royal Avenue, and approved a variance to reduce the aggregate side yard setback at 435 West Sycamore Street. The board denied a variance to allow two signs for the Courtyards at Russell Oaks, but approved variances for sign size and illumination with conditions. Several other petitions were continued to the October 2nd meeting due to the absence of two board members.
- Approved special exception for single-family residence at 7885 Royal Avenue (3-0)
- Approved front yard setback variance to 57 feet at 7885 Royal Avenue (3-0)
- Approved north side yard setback variance to 1 foot at 7885 Royal Avenue (3-0)
- Approved south side yard setback variance to 2 feet at 7885 Royal Avenue (3-0)
- Approved aggregate side yard setback variance to 10 feet 4 inches at 435 West Sycamore Street (3-0)
- Denied variance to exceed one sign per parcel at 8901/9085 East Oak Street (3-0)
- Approved sign size variance up to 17.5 square feet at 8901/9085 East Oak Street (3-0)
- Approved sign illumination variance with conditions (downlighting, timer 12am-6am) at 8901/9085 East Oak Street (3-0)
Zionsville Town Council
The Zionsville Town Council will hold final readings on ordinances updating the town fee schedule, establishing fire and park donation funds, and terminating a dormant fund. They will also have a first reading on a proposed Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) for downtown. A budget workshop is scheduled as part of other matters.
- Final reading of Ordinance 2024-22 updating the town fee schedule
- Final reading of Ordinance 2024-23 establishing fire and park donation funds
- Final reading of Ordinance 2024-24 terminating Fund 2420
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-25 establishing a downtown DORA
- Budget Workshop #2
The Zionsville Town Council approved several ordinances on final reading, including updates to the fee schedule, establishment of fire and park donation funds, and termination of Fund 2420. The council also introduced on first reading an ordinance to create a Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) in the downtown area, which would allow adults 21+ to carry alcoholic drinks from participating businesses within a defined boundary. The DORA ordinance passed 4-1 and will return for a second reading.
- Approved Ordinance 2024-22 amending the fee schedule (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2024-23 establishing fire and park donation funds (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2024-24 terminating Fund 2420 (5-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 2024-25 establishing a DORA on first reading (4-1)
- Approved August 19, 2024 meeting minutes with corrections (5-0)
- Approved August 2024 payroll claims (5-0)
- Approved September 3, 2024 claims (5-0)
Zionsville Redevelopment Commission (ZRDC)
The ZRDC will consider new development agreements and a right of entry for Creekside Corporate Park Lots 1 and 2 with Crider & Crider, Inc., and a purchase agreement for Lots 7 and 8 with Exclusive Land LLC. The commission will also act on consent agenda items including August claims, the monthly report, and TIF area report. Other business includes sub-committee reports and selection of legal services team.
- Consider development agreement for Creekside Corporate Park Lots 1 & 2 with Crider & Crider, Inc.
- Consider purchase agreement for Creekside Corporate Park Lots 7 & 8 with Exclusive Land LLC
- Right of entry for Lots 1 & 2 at Creekside Corporate Park – Crider & Crider, Inc.
- Exercise of extension option for Lots 4 & 5 at Creekside Corporate Park
- Approval of claims for August 2024 and monthly TIF area report
Zionsville Redevelopment Commission (ZRDC)
The Zionsville Redevelopment Commission is meeting in an executive session. The body will discuss a real property transaction involving a sale.
- Executive session regarding a real property sale
Zionsville Tree Board
The People of Zionsville for the Aesthetics of Zionsville (PZAZ) committee is meeting to review updates on urban forestry initiatives. The body will discuss ordinance changes, community events, and professional training opportunities for board members.
- Review of final changes to ordinances and preservation
- Updates on Tree of the Year voting and Tree City designation
- Tree Steward Training on Oct. 10 & 11 in Indianapolis
- 2024 Indiana Urban Forestry Symposium on December 3-4
- Discussion regarding the "A Tree Can Be" curriculum with ZCS
Board of Police Commissioners
The August 19, 2024, meeting of the Board of Police Commissioners was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.
Zionsville Town Council
The Zionsville Town Council will meet on August 19, 2024 at 7:30 AM to consider several first-reading ordinances, including an update to the town's fee schedule, a zoning amendment for practical difficulty, establishment of fire and park donation funds, and termination of Fund 2420. A public hearing will be held on a resolution for additional appropriation of funds. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, claims, and updates from the mayor and council.
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-22 amending the Zionsville Fee Schedule
- Consideration of Ordinance 2024-17 to amend the zoning ordinance for practical difficulty/unnecessary hardship (Petition #2024-39-OA)
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-23 establishing Fire & Park Donation Funds
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-24 terminating Fund 2420
- Public hearing on Resolution 2024-14 for additional appropriation of funds
Plan Commission (PC)
The Zionsville Plan Commission will hear and possibly decide on three development items: a continued development plan for a multi-tenant retail building with architectural design waivers, a new development plan amendment for a clubhouse addition at an apartment complex, and a new development plan for a 150-foot wireless communication monopole. The commission will also discuss proposed revisions to its rules and procedures and the development plan review process, with no action expected on those topics. A monthly staff report and approval of prior meeting minutes are also on the agenda.
- Continued business: 2024-35-DP – Harris Multi-tenant Retail Building at 3295 S. U.S. Highway 421, requesting waivers of MRO Architectural Design and Materials requirements.
- New business: 2024-46-DPA – Rail Apartments Clubhouse Addition at 1380 Saylor Drive, a development plan amendment in the Urban Residential Multi-family Two district.
- New business: 2024-47-DP – Wireless Communication Facility (150' monopole) at 5964 S. 700 East, Whitestown, in the Rural Professional Business district.
- Discussion (no action) on proposed revisions to Plan Commission Rules and Procedures.
- Discussion (no action) on the Development Plan Review and Approval Process and staff reports.
The Zionsville Plan Commission approved three development plans: a multi-tenant retail building with waivers, a clubhouse addition, and a wireless communication facility. All votes were 6-0. The commission also discussed proposed revisions to its rules and procedures and the development plan review process, but took no action on those items.
- Approved waivers for architectural design and materials for Harris Multi-Tenant Retail Building (6-0)
- Conditionally approved development plan for Harris Multi-Tenant Retail Building (6-0)
- Conditionally approved development plan amendment for Rail Apartments clubhouse addition (6-0)
- Conditionally approved development plan for wireless communication facility with 150-ft monopole (6-0)
- Approved minutes of July 15, 2024 meeting (6-0)
Zionsville Safety Board
The Zionsville Safety Board's August 19, 2024 public meeting is cancelled due to lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 16, 2024.
Zionsville Community Development Corporation (ZCDC)
The Zionsville Community Development Corporation (ZCDC) announced that its August 16, 2024 meeting is cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for September 20, 2024. This is a procedural notice with no substantive decisions or discussions.
Zionsville Board of Park and Recreation
The Zionsville Board of Parks and Recreation will hold its regular monthly meeting with staff reports, new business including several special permit agreements and proposals, and old business regarding a temporary construction easement for the Beechwood Bridge connector. The board will also review and approve park claims and prior meeting minutes.
- Temporary construction easement, license and maintenance agreement for Beechwood Bridge connector
- Special permit agreement for Zionsville Rugby Club temporary storage fall 2024
- Special permit agreement for Zionsville Parks Foundation donor event 2024
- Nonprofit proposal and Creekstomper proposal from Zionsville Music Group (ZMG)
- Park claims to be reviewed and approved
Zionsville Architectural Review Committee (ZARC)
The Zionsville Architectural Review Committee meeting scheduled for August 13, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 10, 2024.
Zionsville Town Council
The Zionsville Town Council is holding its first budget workshop for the 2025 fiscal year. The meeting will focus on the five-year financial plan (V3.0) dated August 9, 2024. No votes or decisions are scheduled; it is a workshop session.
- Review of the 2025 budget and five-year financial plan reports (V3.0, Aug 9, 2024)
The Zionsville Town Council held a budget workshop to review the proposed 2025 budget and five-year financial plan. The proposal includes a 4% salary increase for town employees, one new police officer, one parks maintenance technician, and a DPW Deputy Director. The plan also outlines a $2.5 million reserve spenddown for capital projects in 2025, with reserves projected to decline from 67% to 17-18% by 2029. No formal votes were taken; the council will continue budget discussions at the next meeting on September 3rd.
- Reviewed proposed 2025 budget with 4% salary increase for town employees
- Proposed one new police officer, one parks maintenance technician, and one DPW Deputy Director for 2025
- Discussed $2.5 million reserve spenddown for capital projects in 2025
- Discussed creating a Stormwater utility to free up General Fund revenue for public safety
- Discussed updated Fee Ordinance to be presented August 19th
- Discussed $90,000 to align firefighter and police officer pay parity
- Discussed $325,000 study to create Stormwater utility
- Discussed potential $820,000 roundabout project at County Road 875 and 400 South
Zionsville Community Development Corporation (ZCDC)
The Zionsville Community Development Corporation will hear a grant request presentation and discuss revisions to the assistance grant application process. The body will also review financial updates and funding sources.
- Grant Request Presentation
- Revision of Assistance Grant Application & Process
- CDC Financial Update
- Discussion of funding sources
Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)
The Board of Zoning Appeals is reviewing variance requests and special exceptions for residential and business properties. The board decided on several lot ratio and landscaping variances and approved one minor subdivision.
- Approved 2024-31-SE: 3 lot minor residential subdivision at 10155 East 200 South
- Approved 2024-19-DSV: Landscaping and planting strip variances at 3295 South US 421
- Approved 2024-32-DSV: Lot depth-to-width ratio variance at 10155 East 200 South
- Approved 2024-29-DSV: Lot depth-to-width ratio variance at 6905 S. State Road 267
- Continued 2024-33-DSV: Sign size variance at 10814 and 10850 Creek Way to Sept 4, 2024
The Board of Zoning Appeals approved three development standard variances for the Harris FLP project at 3295 South U.S. 421, allowing elimination of foundation plantings, removal of a six-foot parking lot perimeter planting strip, and landscaping within an easement. The board also approved a special exception and a development standards variance for a three-lot residential subdivision on farmland, and a variance to exceed the 3:1 lot depth-to-width ratio for a property at 6905 South State Road 267. A variance to exceed maximum lot coverage for a home at 4603 South Cobblestone Drive was continued to the September 4 meeting after a 2-2 tie vote.
- Approved variance to eliminate foundation plantings at 3295 South U.S. 421 (4-0)
- Approved variance to eliminate six-foot parking lot perimeter planting strip at 3295 South U.S. 421 (4-0)
- Approved variance to allow landscaping in an easement at 3295 South U.S. 421 (4-0)
- Approved special exception for three-lot residential subdivision at 10155 East 200 South (4-0)
- Approved variance to exceed 3:1 lot depth-to-width ratio at 10155 East 200 South (4-0)
- Approved variance to exceed 3:1 lot depth-to-width ratio at 6905 South State Road 267 (4-0)
- Continued variance to exceed maximum lot coverage at 4603 South Cobblestone Drive to September 4 (4-0)
- Withdrawn petitions: 2024-30-UV (Christian Badger) and 2024-11-DSV (Charles Ney)
Zionsville Town Council
The Zionsville Town Council will hold the final reading of Ordinance 2024-20, which amends the salary ordinance. They will also consider a request to withdraw or reject Petition 2024-21-Z for the South Village PUD zoning amendment and an unsafe building order. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes, payroll claims, and a claims register.
- Final reading of Ordinance 2024-20 to amend the salary ordinance
- Consideration of a request to withdraw or reject Petition 2024-21-Z for the South Village PUD zoning amendment
- Consideration of an unsafe building order (demolition-related)
- Approval of July 2024 payroll claims and August 5, 2024 claims register
- Approval of July 15, 2024 Town Council meeting minutes
The Zionsville Town Council voted 7-0 to reject the South Village PUD (Petition 2024-21-Z, Ordinance 2024-21) after the mayor and petitioner requested its rejection, citing insufficient support. The council also approved the amended Salary Ordinance 2024-20 on final reading, which changes the Director of Community & Economic Development title to Director of Planning & Building and adds fire department position adjustments. Additionally, the council rescinded an Unsafe Building Order for 495 Isenhour Hills Drive after the owner began removing an unfinished addition.
- Rejected South Village PUD, Petition 2024-21-Z, Ordinance 2024-21 (7-0)
- Approved amended Salary Ordinance 2024-20 on final reading (7-0)
- Rescinded Unsafe Building Order for 495 Isenhour Hills Drive (7-0)
- Approved July 15, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved July 2024 payroll claims (7-0)
- Approved August 5, 2024 claims (7-0)
Zionsville Redevelopment Commission (ZRDC)
The Zionsville Redevelopment Commission will consider approving a taxpayer agreement for Wild Air and a resolution authorizing it. Members will also receive updates on The Farm Phase 2, legal services team selection, South Village PUD, and an economic impact analysis of the South Village project by Ginovus. The meeting includes election of a Vice President, approval of July claims, and reports from TIF area and sub-committees.
- Wild Air – Taxpayer Agreement and resolution to approve it (documents attached)
- South Village PUD update and related Ginovus economic impact analysis
- The Farm – Phase 2 update
- Legal Services – Team Selection
- Election of Officer – Vice President
Zionsville Community Development Corporation (ZCDC)
This agenda is a public notice cancelling the July 19, 2024 meeting of the Zionsville Community Development Corporation. No decisions or discussions are scheduled. The next regular meeting is set for August 16, 2024.
- Cancellation of the July 19, 2024 ZCDC meeting
- Next regular meeting scheduled for August 16, 2024 at Zionsville Town Hall, Room 205
Zionsville Tree Board
The Zionsville Tree Board (PZAZ) will meet to approve minutes, receive updates on initiatives, and discuss ordinances and preservation. They will also plan events like Tree-Planting Day and the Fall Festival, select a Tree of the Year, and review the Tree City designation. New business includes a discussion on a strategic charter.
- Update on ordinances and preservation (Pauline/Michal/Dan)
- Events planning: Tree-Planting Day and Fall Festival
- Tree of the Year selection (Michal)
- Tree City designation update (Roger)
- New business: discussion of a strategic charter
Zionsville Town Council
The Zionsville Town Council and Plan Commission will hold a special joint meeting. The purpose is to have an informal discussion with consultant HWC Engineering regarding the Zionsville Comprehensive Plan.
- Informal discussion on the Zionsville Comprehensive Plan with HWC Engineering
Board of Police Commissioners
The Zionsville Board of Police Commissioners cancelled its July 15, 2024, public meeting because there were no agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 19, 2024.
- Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items
Plan Commission (PC)
This is a special joint meeting of the Zionsville Plan Commission and Town Council for an informal discussion with consultant HWC Engineering regarding the Zionsville Comprehensive Plan. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled; it is a work session to review and discuss the plan.
- Informal discussion with HWC Engineering on the Zionsville Comprehensive Plan
Zionsville Safety Board
The Zionsville Safety Board meeting scheduled for July 15, 2024, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.
Zionsville Town Council
The Zionsville Town Council will hold a regular meeting on July 15, 2024, to consider several ordinances and other business. Items include a second reading of the stormwater ordinance amendment (Ordinance 2024-15), a first reading of the salary ordinance amendment (Ordinance 2024-16), two zoning ordinance amendments (Petitions 2024-39-OA and 2024-45-OA), and a rezoning petition (2024-36-Z). The council will also approve meeting minutes and claims.
- Second reading of Ordinance 2024-15 amending the stormwater ordinance
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-16 amending the salary ordinance
- Consideration of Ordinance 2024-17 to amend zoning for practical difficulty/unnecessary hardship (Petition 2024-39-OA)
- Consideration of Ordinance 2024-18 to amend zoning fee language (Petition 2024-45-OA)
- Consideration of a rezoning ordinance (Petition 2024-36-Z) under Ordinance 2024-19
Plan Commission (PC)
The Zionsville Plan Commission will elect a vice president, receive an informational economic development report, and approve prior meeting minutes. The main business includes continued hearings on the South Village PUD rezoning (169 acres), a minor subdivision plat (The Maples), and a parking expansion for Stohler Roofing, plus multiple new development plan and replat petitions, including a self-storage facility and lot increases.
- Continued rezoning of 169± acres for South Village PUD from Village Business District and others to Planned Unit Development
- New development plan for Atwater Self-storage Facility (81,000 sq ft climate-controlled, 30,000 non-climate-controlled on 10 acres at 7250 W. Oak Street)
- Replat and development plan amendment for TTC Real Estate (merging two commercial lots and adding surface parking at 5155 W. Old 106th Street)
- Union Woodlands development plan amendment to increase lots from 179 to 183 (11589 E. 200 South)
- The Maples Minor Residential Subdivision primary plat to divide 67.15 acres into 3 single-family lots (7860 S CR 850 E)
Zionsville Board of Park and Recreation
The Board will review June 2024 staff reports from the Superintendent and Director of Recreation Services. New business includes discussions on CNP Phase 1 design updates and various easement documents. The board will also consider a memorandum of understanding for the Maplelawn Farmstead Halloween Fundraiser.
- CNP Phase 1 Design Update
- Maplelawn Farmstead Halloween Fundraiser MOU
- CNP 4021 Authority to Convey Easement
- CNP 1 Draft CE NLCT easement documents
Zionsville Architectural Review Committee (ZARC)
The Zionsville Architectural Review Committee meeting scheduled for July 9, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 13, 2024.
Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)
The Board of Zoning Appeals reviewed multiple development requests including special exceptions for residential use and patio setbacks. Some petitions were approved as presented, while others were withdrawn or continued to August.
- Approval of a minor residential plat for 3 or fewer lots at 7860 S CR 850 East
- Special exception for single-family residential use at 1701 South 650 East
- Variance to allow a tennis court within the rear yard setback at 9730 Windy Hills Drive
- Withdrawal of a request for a large kennel facility at 9855 E 100 South
- Variance to reduce side yard setback for a new patio at 8759 West Cobblestone Drive
Zionsville Town Council
The Zionsville Town Council will consider first readings for ordinances regarding stormwater and a stop sign at Bennett Parkway and Redd Road. The council will also hear an encroachment agreement appeal for 9167 Iris Lane. The meeting includes the swearing in of firefighters.
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-15 amending the stormwater ordinance
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-16 for a stop sign at Bennett Parkway and Redd Road
- Encroachment agreement appeal for 9167 Iris Lane
- Swearing in of firefighters
Zionsville Tree Board
The PZAZ committee will review May meeting minutes and discuss various beautification updates. Topics include voting for Tree of the Year and debriefing the Zionsville Greenfest. The committee will also cover upcoming forestry training and symposiums.
- Tree of the Year voting
- Zionsville Greenfest debrief
- Tree City designation update
- Indiana Urban Forestry Symposium information
- Tree Board Training event details
Zionsville Redevelopment Commission (ZRDC)
The Zionsville Redevelopment Commission will review letters of interest for Creekside Corporate Park and continue discussions on the Village parking study. The commission will also vote to approve May 28, 2024 meeting minutes and June 2024 claims.
- Creekside Corporate Park letters of interest
- Village parking study
- Approval of May 28, 2024 meeting minutes
- June 2024 claims for approval
Zionsville Redevelopment Commission (ZRDC)
The Zionsville Redevelopment Commission will conduct an executive session on June 25, 2024. The purpose of this closed meeting is to discuss a real property transaction involving a sale.
- Executive session regarding a real property sale
Zionsville Community Development Corporation (ZCDC)
The ZCDC will review a grant request debrief for the Zionsville Public House. The board also plans to discuss revising the assistance grant application and process. A financial update will be provided during the meeting.
- Grant Request Debrief – Zionsville Public House
- Revision of Assistance Grant Application & Process
- CDC Financial Update
Board of Police Commissioners
The June 17, 2024, 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 July 15, 2024.
Zionsville Town Council
The Zionsville Town Council will review the June 3, 2024, meeting minutes and approve the June 17, 2024, claims register. The agenda also includes a Municipal Finance 101 presentation by Crowe Financial.
- Approval of June 3, 2024, meeting minutes
- Approval of June 17, 2024, claims register
- Municipal Finance 101 presentation by Crowe Financial
Plan Commission (PC)
The commission will consider ordinance amendments regarding zoning definitions and fee establishment authority. The agenda also includes development plan amendments for Union Woodlands, Cafe Patachou, and Holliday Farms.
- Rezoning 1.29± acres at 11638 & 11644 N. Michigan Road to B-1 district
- Increasing Union Woodlands lots from 179 to 183
- Commercial buildings 3-9 development at The Farm PUD
- Ordinance amendments for zoning definitions and fees
- Patio enclosure plan for Cafe Patachou
Zionsville Safety Board
The Zionsville Safety Board meeting scheduled for June 17, 2024, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 15, 2024.
Zionsville Redevelopment Commission (ZRDC)
This is a special joint educational meeting between the Zionsville Redevelopment Commission and the Town Council. The session features a presentation titled "Municipal Finance 101" by Crowe Financial.
- "Municipal Finance 101" presentation by Crowe Financial
Zionsville Board of Park and Recreation
The board will review a resolution to restate park rules and consider a new memorial bench application. Members will also discuss the Big-4 Rail Trail fence project and a change order for the Big-4 widening project.
- Park Rules Update resolution
- January Jones Memorial Bench application
- Big-4 Rail Trail fence project
- Big-4 Widening Change Order
Zionsville Architectural Review Committee (ZARC)
The Zionsville Architectural Review Committee meeting scheduled for June 11, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 9, 2024.
- Cancellation of the June 11, 2024, committee meeting
Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)
The Board of Zoning Appeals will review new requests for a wireless communications facility and multiple single-family dwellings. The agenda also includes development variances for lot ratios and setbacks, along with updates to town procedures.
- Special exception for a wireless communications facility at 5964 S 700 E
- Variance to reduce front yard setback at 10814 and 10850 Creek Way
- Special exceptions for new single-family dwellings in the Rural General Agricultural district
- Variance regarding lot depth-to-width ratio at 9375 E State Road 32
- Discussion on updated rules of procedure and BZA tablets
Zionsville Town Council
The Zionsville Town Council will consider a final reading of Ordinance 2024-11 to authorize bonds for the Sentry project. The council will also review Resolution 2024-13 regarding the expansion of EDA and Holliday Farms allocation areas and the creation of a new TIF allocation area.
- Final reading of Ordinance 2004-11 authorizing bonds for Sentry
- Resolution 2024-13 to expand EDA and Holliday Farms allocation areas
- Creation of a new TIF allocation area
- Approval of May 2024 payroll claims
Zionsville Redevelopment Commission (ZRDC)
The commission will consider several resolutions and a development agreement for the Holliday Farms Sentry project. Members will also discuss the Wild Air development agreement and South Village right-of-way improvements. The agenda includes the adoption of new RDC by-laws.
- Holliday Farms – Sentry development agreement and TIF pledge resolution
- Wild Air development agreement
- South Village Dairy Queen right-of-way improvements update
- Adoption of RDC By-Laws
- CDC grant memorandum for Zionsville Public House
Board of Police Commissioners
The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. The board is scheduled to review and approve meeting minutes from January 16, 2024.
- Approval of January 16, 2024 meeting minutes
Zionsville Town Council
The Zionsville Town Council will consider a resolution approving the Plan Commission's order regarding the Sentry TIF district, and hold final readings on ordinances for investment/depository policy and adding a fee schedule to the town code. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and claims, and updates from the mayor and council.
- Resolution 2024-12 approving the Zionsville Plan Commission order for the Sentry TIF district
- Ordinance 2024-13 (final reading) authorizing investments and depository policy
- Ordinance 2024-14 (final reading) adding Title III, Chapter 34, Section 34.04 to the Zionsville Town Code, including a fee schedule
- Approval of claims for May 20, 2024
Plan Commission (PC)
The Zionsville Plan Commission will hold a public meeting to consider several development proposals, including a major rezoning of 169 acres for the South Village PUD. Other items include development plan amendments for a church addition, a high school locker room, and an office/warehouse renovation, as well as a clubhouse plan for the Wild Air subdivision. The meeting also includes a continuance request for a roofing business parking expansion and a minor DPA for a tool shed at Hoosier Village.
- Rezoning of 169± acres from VBD, B-2, R-2, Dow Park PUD, and Creekside PUD to South Village PUD (2024-21-Z)
- Development Plan Amendment for Zionsville High School locker room addition, approx. 10,500 sq ft at 1000 Mulberry Street (2024-29-DPA)
- Development Plan for Wild Air Clubhouse on 2.7± acres at SE corner of Russell Street and Liz Drive (2024-26-DP)
- Development Plan Amendment for St. Francis In-the-fields building addition at 1525 Mulberry Street (2024-27-DPA)
- Development Plan Amendment for AES Office/Warehouse renovation at 7031 Mayflower Park Drive with architectural waivers (2024-24-DPA)
Zionsville Safety Board
The Zionsville Safety Board meeting scheduled for May 20, 2024, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.
Zionsville Community Development Corporation (ZCDC)
This agenda is a public notice that the Zionsville Community Development Corporation meeting scheduled for May 17, 2024 has been cancelled. No business items are listed. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 21, 2024 at the same time and location.
- Meeting cancelled for May 17, 2024 at 8:30 a.m.
- Next meeting scheduled for June 21, 2024 at 8:30 a.m.
- Location: Zionsville Town Hall, Room 205, 1100 West Oak Street
Zionsville Tree Board
The Zionsville Tree Board (PZAZ) is meeting to approve April minutes, get updates on initiatives like tree-planting events and the Tree City designation, and discuss old business including renaming the committee and a curriculum meeting with Zionsville Community Schools. The agenda is mostly routine updates and planning, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Approve April meeting minutes
- Update on ordinances and preservation, events, Tree of the Year, Tree City designation, outreach, and beautification
- Discuss renaming PZAZ committee
- Review 2024 Indiana Urban Forestry Symposium on Dec. 3-4 at Crown Hill Cemetery & Arboretum in Indianapolis
- Follow up on Boone County Invasives Cooperative presentation
Zionsville Architectural Review Committee (ZARC)
The Zionsville Architectural Review Committee meeting scheduled for May 14, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 11, 2024.
- Cancellation of the May 14, 2024, meeting
Zionsville Board of Park and Recreation
The Zionsville Board of Parks & Recreation will consider several action items including a request for a temporary construction easement, a Big-4 Rail Trail maintenance easement, a resolution to transfer land to Mulberry Fields, and three special use permits for drone use, a pickleball tournament, and a rugby community day. The board will also review a bid for the Carpenter Nature Preserve maintenance barn.
- Resolution to transfer land to Lions Park
- Big-4 Rail Trail maintenance easement
- Special Use Permit: Town Showdown Drone Use
- Special Use Permit: Mulberry Fields Pickleball Tournament
- Carpenter Nature Preserve Maintenance Barn Bid
Zionsville Town Council
The Zionsville Town Council will consider several major items at its May 6, 2024 meeting, including a resolution to expand the Holliday Farms Economic Development Area and create a new allocation area for the Sentry project, and a first reading of an ordinance authorizing bonds for that project. The council will also consider a rezoning petition (Petition #2024-16-Z, Katz), an easement encroachment appeal at 4365 Forres Avenue, and first readings of ordinances on investments/deposits and a new fee schedule. The meeting includes approval of prior meeting minutes and claims registers.
- Resolution 2024-12: Expansion of Holliday Farms Economic Development Area and creation of a new Sentry allocation area (TIF)
- Ordinance 2024-11 (First Reading): Authorizing bonds for the Sentry project
- Ordinance 2024-12: Rezoning petition #2024-16-Z (Katz)
- Easement encroachment appeal at 4365 Forres Avenue (Bernhard Raimann)
- Ordinance 2024-14 (First Reading): Adding a fee schedule to the Zionsville Town Code
Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)
The Zionsville Board of Zoning Appeals meeting scheduled for May 1, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for June 5, 2024, at the same time and location.
- May 1, 2024 BZA meeting cancelled
- Next meeting: June 5, 2024, 6:30 p.m., Zionsville Town Hall Council Chamber, 1100 West Oak Street
Zionsville Redevelopment Commission (ZRDC)
The commission will review a development agreement for Wild Air and new business regarding the Creekside project. Members will also receive updates on the South Village PUD and READI grants.
- Wild Air development agreement
- Letter of interest for Creekside Lots 7 & 8
- Purchase agreement for Creekside Lots 4 & 5
- Five-year financial projections from Crowe
- South Village PUD update
Zionsville Community Development Corporation (ZCDC)
The Zionsville Community Development Corporation will hold a public meeting to discuss an assistance grant for Zionsville Public House at 10615 Zionsville Road, elect a secretary, and receive a financial update. The meeting is mostly routine business, with no major policy decisions expected.
- Assistance Grant – Zionsville Public House – 10615 Zionsville Road
- Election of Secretary
- CDC Financial Update
- CDC – Next Steps
Zionsville Tree Board
The Zionsville Tree Board (PZAZ) is meeting to approve minutes, discuss renaming the committee, and review initiatives such as the upcoming Greenfest and Tree City designation. The agenda includes updates on ordinances, events, and outreach, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Discussion of renaming PZAZ
- 2024 Indiana Urban Forestry Symposium on Dec. 3-4 at Crown Hill Cemetery & Arboretum
- Zionsville Greenfest on April 27 at Elm St Green
- Update on Tree City designation
- Follow-up on Boone County Invasives Cooperative presentation
Plan Commission (PC)
The Zionsville Plan Commission will vote on a rezoning of 169 acres to create the South Village PUD and on a development plan for a 155-unit assisted senior living facility. Other items include a rezoning on Starkey Road, several plats, and continuances for a roofing business parking expansion and a pond/berm amendment.
- Rezoning of 169± acres to South Village PUD (2024-21-Z)
- Development plan for 155-unit Sentry Senior Living facility at 1310 S. U.S. 421 (2024-20-DP)
- Rezoning of 3.38± acres at 900 Starkey Road to R-SF-2 (2024-16-Z)
- Commercial primary plat for 2 lots at 1455 W. Oak Street (2024-17-PP)
- Continuance requested for Stohler Roofing parking expansion at 5898 S. 700 East (2023-39-DP)
Board of Police Commissioners
The April 15, 2024, meeting was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.
Zionsville Town Council
The Zionsville Town Council will consider a resolution to express interest in purchasing property valued at over $25,000 for the CR 875 Path right-of-way acquisition. The meeting also includes a stormwater presentation, an update on South Village, and approval of claims.
- Consideration of Resolution 2024-11 to purchase property over $25,000 for CR 875 Path right-of-way acquisition
- Stormwater presentation to the Town Council
- South Village update from the Mayor/Administration
- Approval of April 15, 2024 claims register
- Reiteration of 2024 priorities and early voting update
Zionsville Safety Board
The Zionsville Safety Board's April 15, 2024 public meeting is cancelled due to lack of agenda items. The next regular Safety Board meeting is scheduled for Monday, May 20, 2024 at 8:00 a.m. or upon the conclusion of the Town Council meeting.
- April 15, 2024 Safety Board meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items
- Next Safety Board meeting scheduled for May 20, 2024 at 8:00 a.m.
Zionsville Use of Force Board
The Use of Force Board will meet on April 12, 2024. Following the public meeting, the board will enter an executive session to discuss job performance evaluations of individual employees.
- Executive session regarding employee job performance evaluations
Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)
The Zionsville Board of Zoning Appeals voted on several variance requests and an administrative appeal. They approved variances for an office building and a subdivision, denied a request for an additional accessory building, and reversed a staff determination on an improvement location permit. The board also withdrew one case and continued another to a later meeting.
- Approved variance for Zann Real Estate Group at 7031 Mayflower Park Dr to reduce side yard setbacks and parking spaces
- Denied variance for D. Decker at 25 Colony Ct for an accessory building exceeding 50% of primary use
- Approved variance for Ronald R. Clark Revocable Trust at 7281 E 550 South for a subdivision exceeding depth-to-width ratio
- Reversed staff determination in appeal by R. Strickland at 4616 St. John Circle
- Withdrawn request by Zionsville Presbyterian Church at 4775 W 116th Street
Zionsville Board of Park and Recreation
The Zionsville Board of Parks & Recreation will consider bids for a maintenance barn at Carpenter Nature Preserve, an easement and design services for the Lions Park Connector Trail, and a 2024 Rail Trail wayfinding purchase. Other items include playground messaging boards, Holliday Trail pedestrian railing design, a memorial bench application, and a Mulberry Fields field modification request. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, public comment, and staff reports.
- Receipt of Carpenter Nature Preserve Maintenance Barn Bids
- Lions Park Connector Easement
- Lions Park Connector Trail Design Services
- 2024 Rail Trail Wayfinding Purchase
- Holliday Trail Pedestrian Railing Design Services
Zionsville Architectural Review Committee (ZARC)
The Zionsville Architectural Review Committee meeting scheduled for April 9, 2024, is cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 14, 2024.
Zionsville Town Council
The Zionsville Town Council will hold final readings on a bond ordinance for the Wild Air TIF-EDC project and consider a resolution to establish an economic development area for the same project. They will also consider a rezoning ordinance for the Bradley Ridge Planned Unit Development (PUD). The mayor will present updates on 2024 priorities, first-quarter finances, economic development, the golf course, and a town dog update.
- Final reading of Ordinance 2024-08 authorizing bonds for Wild Air TIF-EDC
- Resolution 2024-10 to establish an economic development area for Wild Air
- Rezoning Ordinance 2024-10 for Bradley Ridge PUD (Petition 2023-28-Z)
- Approval of March payroll claims and April 9, 2024 claims
- Mayor's update on 2024 priorities, first-quarter finance report, and economic development
Zionsville Police Pension Board
The Zionsville Police Pension Board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from November 18, 2023, and consider new hires. No old business or other matters are listed. The meeting will take place at the police department.
- Approval of minutes from November 18, 2023
- Approval of new hires
Zionsville Police Pension Board
The agenda for the Zionsville Police Pension Board meeting on March 29, 2024, contains only a notice to open a PDF portfolio in Acrobat X or Adobe Reader X or later. No substantive items for decision or discussion are listed.
Zionsville Redevelopment Commission (ZRDC)
The Zionsville Redevelopment Commission will approve February minutes, review March claims for payment, and receive a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) area report. New business includes a public hearing on the Wild Air development agreement and related TIF pledge resolution, which allocate future tax revenue to support commercial construction. Staff will also address an amendment to the Sentry project resolution and discuss proposals for a village parking study and economic development impact study that could shape local traffic and business growth.
- Wild Air public hearing, confirmatory resolution, TIF pledge resolution, and development agreement
- Amendment to the Sentry declaratory resolution
- Staff direction regarding Lot 2 of Zionsville Town Centre
- Proposals for a Village Parking Study and Economic Development Impact Study
- Approval of February 27 minutes and March claims for payment
Zionsville Economic Development Commission
The Zionsville Economic Development Commission is meeting to elect officers and take final action on two economic development agreements. The commission will consider resolutions for the Wild Air mixed-use development and the Holliday Farms Sentry senior living facility, both involving tax increment financing. Public comment and attendance are available in person or via Zoom.
- Election of officers for the commission
- Resolution 2024-01: Wild Air EDA mixed-use development
- Resolution 2024-02: Holliday Farms EDA Sentry senior living facility
- Public hearing notices for both TIF-EDC projects
- Meeting held at Zionsville Town Hall, Room 105, 1100 West Oak Street
Zionsville Tree Board
This is a public meeting notice for the People of Zionsville for the Aesthetics of Zionsville Committee (PZAZ), scheduled for Wednesday, March 20 at 8:30 AM. The meeting will be held onsite at Zionsville Town Hall in Room 202, located at 1100 West Oak Street. No agenda items are listed in the notice.
- Meeting date and time: Wednesday, March 20, 8:30 AM
- Location: Zionsville Town Hall, Room 202, 1100 West Oak Street
- Committee name: People of Zionsville for the Aesthetics of Zionsville (PZAZ)
Zionsville Crash Review Board
The Zionsville Crash Review Board is holding an executive session on March 18, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. The meeting is closed to the public and will be held at the Zionsville Police Department conference room. The purpose is to discuss a job performance evaluation of individual employees, as permitted under Indiana law.
- Executive session closed to the public
- Purpose: job performance evaluation of individual employees
- Location: Zionsville Police Department, 1075 Parkway Drive
- Time: Monday, March 18, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.
- Notice issued by Lieutenant Joshua Samuelson
Board of Police Commissioners
The March 18, 2024, meeting of the Board of Police Commissioners was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.
Plan Commission (PC)
The Plan Commission will consider several land use items including a large-scale rezoning for Bradley Farms. The agenda also includes requests for continuances regarding roofing office expansions and pond modifications, alongside new development plan amendments for religious facilities and industrial additions.
- Rezoning of 349+/- acres from various residential districts to Planned Unit Development (PUD) for Bradley Farms
- Development Plan Amendment for a 2,600 sq. ft. canopy/building addition at 6100 S. 275 East
- Development Plan Amendment for building additions at 4775 W. 116th Street
- Development Plan Amendment for a 3,000 sq. ft. building addition and parking expansion at 10815 Deandra Drive
- Continuance request for Stohler Roofing Office Building expansion at 5898 S. 700 East
Zionsville Safety Board
The Zionsville Safety Board's public meeting scheduled for March 18, 2024, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular Safety Board meeting is scheduled for Monday, April 15, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. or upon the conclusion of the Town Council meeting.
- March 18, 2024 Safety Board meeting cancelled
- Cancellation due to lack of agenda items
- Next meeting set for April 15, 2024 at 8:00 a.m.
Zionsville Town Council
The Zionsville Town Council will hold final readings on two ordinances: one amending the 2024 salary ordinance to adjust the holiday schedule (Ordinance 2024-07) and another amending the READI Grant Fund number (Ordinance 2024-09). They will also hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to appropriate additional READI grant funds (Resolution 2024-09). The meeting includes approval of claims and updates on the 875 E 400 S intersection, a golf course RFP, and the town dog.
- Final reading of Ordinance 2024-07 amending the 2024 salary ordinance (holiday schedule)
- Final reading of Ordinance 2024-09 amending fund 276 for READI grant funds
- Public hearing and consideration of Resolution 2024-09 for additional READI grant appropriation
- Approval of March 18, 2024 claims register
- Updates on 875 E 400 S intersection, golf course RFP, and town dog
Zionsville Town Council
The Zionsville Town Council and Plan Commission are holding a special joint meeting to hear presentations from three firms competing for a contract to update the town's comprehensive plan, economic development strategy, and transportation plan. After presentations and Q&A, the bodies will discuss and vote on a consultant. The meeting is open to the public both in person and via Zoom.
- Presentations from Planning Next, Rundell Ernstberger Associates, and HWC Engineering for the comprehensive plan contract
- Discussion and vote on selecting a consultant for the comprehensive plan, economic development strategy, and transportation plan
- Meeting runs from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Zionsville Town Hall, 1100 West Oak Street
Plan Commission (PC)
The Zionsville Plan Commission and Town Council are holding a special joint meeting to review proposals from comprehensive plan consultants and select one. The public may attend in person or view via YouTube or Zoom.
- Review proposals from comprehensive plan consultants
- Selection of a comprehensive plan consultant
Zionsville Community Development Corporation (ZCDC)
The Zionsville Community Development Corporation will meet to consider an assistance grant for Zionsville Public House at 10615 Zionsville Road, discuss a contract with Brightview, and review a budget amendment from the Zionsville Redevelopment Commission. The agenda also includes a financial update and next steps for the CDC.
- Assistance Grant - Zionsville Public House - 10615 Zionsville Road
- Brightview Contract
- Zionsville Redevelopment Commission Budget Amendment
- CDC Financial Update
- CDC – Next Steps
Zionsville Architectural Review Committee (ZARC)
This notice is a procedural cancellation of the March 12, 2024, ZARC meeting. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 9, 2024.
- Cancellation of the March 12, 2024, committee meeting
Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)
The Zionsville Board of Zoning Appeals will consider several zoning requests, including a special exception for a self-storage development, multiple variances for accessory structures, and continuances or withdrawals of prior petitions. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.
- Special Exception for Self-Storage Development at 7250 W Oak Street (2023-52-SE)
- Variance for accessory building height and square footage at 924 Eagle Court (2024-02-DSV)
- Variance for accessory building square footage at 8170 E 300 South (2024-03-DSV)
- Use Variance for large kennel facility at 9855 E 100 South (2024-04-UV)
- Withdrawal request for variance at 110 N. Third Street (2023-56-DSV)
Zionsville Town Council
The Zionsville Town Council will hold final reading on vacating public rights-of-way at Holliday Farms and first readings on several items, including amending the 2024 salary ordinance to add the April 8 total eclipse as a holiday, authorizing bonds for the Wild Air project, and amending the READI grant fund number. The council will also consider a resolution approving the Plan Commission order for the Wild Air Economic Development Area creation.
- Final reading of Ordinance 2024-06 vacating portions of public rights-of-way at Holliday Farms
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-07 amending the 2024 salary ordinance to add April 8 total eclipse to holiday schedule
- Consideration of Resolution 2024-08 approving Plan Commission order for Wild Air EDA creation
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-08 authorizing bonds for Wild Air project
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-09 amending the READI grant fund number
Zionsville Redevelopment Commission (ZRDC)
The Zionsville Redevelopment Commission will review a 2024 budget amendment and an executive director contract with Innovative Planning. The agenda also includes TIF area reports and discussions regarding subcommittee structures for governance and architecture.
- 2024 Budget Amendment
- Executive Director Contract – Innovative Planning
- Zionsville CDC Appointments
- February 2024 claims for approval
Zionsville Redevelopment Commission (ZRDC)
The Zionsville Redevelopment Commission will conduct an executive session on February 27, 2024. The meeting is scheduled to discuss real property transfers, exchanges, and sales.
- Real property transaction (transfer)
- Real property transaction (exchange)
- Real property transaction (sale)
Zionsville Tree Board
The Zionsville Tree Board (PZAZ) is holding a public meeting on February 21, 2024, at 8:30 AM at Zionsville Town Hall, Room 202, 1100 West Oak Street. The agenda contains only the meeting notice and location; no specific items are listed for discussion or decision.
- Public meeting notice only; no agenda items provided
Plan Commission (PC)
The Zionsville Plan Commission will vote on several development proposals, including a Starbucks with a drive-through at Holliday Farms, a 290-unit multi-family project with ground-floor commercial space at Wild Air, and a flex warehouse. The commission will also consider replats, a minor subdivision, and continuances for a roofing business and a pond project.
- Starbucks at Holliday Farms: development plan for a coffee shop with drive-through at 3675 Marketplace Drive
- Wild Air multi-family: primary plat for 23.98 acres and development plan for up to 290 units with commercial space on Marysville Road
- Jacobs Flex Warehouse: development plan for a multi-tenant flex warehouse at 10890 Bennett Parkway, with design waivers requested
- Roberson Minor Subdivision: dividing a 13.9-acre parcel into three residential lots at 11558 E. 500 South
- The Hunt Club Community Hall: remodel and addition to an existing building at 7300 Hunt Club Road
Board of Police Commissioners
The February 20, 2024, meeting was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.
Zionsville Town Council
The Zionsville Town Council will hold public hearings on two items: an ordinance to vacate portions of public rights-of-way at Holliday Farms (Ordinance 2024-06) and a resolution to appropriate additional funds from the Local Road-Bridge Matching Grant Fund and ARPA Fund (Resolution 2024-07). The council will also appoint Pathways Committee members and consider a DPW appropriation resolution. The meeting includes a swearing-in ceremony for firefighter Jonathan Rollins.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 2024-06 to vacate portions of public rights-of-way at Holliday Farms
- Public hearing on Resolution 2024-07 to appropriate additional funds from ARPA and Local Road-Bridge Matching Grant Fund
- Appointment of Pathways Committee members
- Swearing in of firefighter Jonathan Rollins
- Department name change for Planning & Building Department
Zionsville Redevelopment Commission (ZRDC)
The Zionsville Redevelopment Commission will conduct an executive session on February 20, 2024. The meeting is for discussing real property transactions involving transfers, exchanges, and sales.
- Real property transaction (transfer)
- Real property transaction (exchange)
- Real property transaction (sale)
Zionsville Safety Board
The Zionsville Safety Board's February 20, 2024 public meeting is cancelled due to lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 18, 2024.
- Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items
- Next meeting: March 18, 2024 at 8:00 a.m.
Zionsville Community Development Corporation (ZCDC)
The Zionsville Community Development Corporation is meeting to discuss old and new business, including grant opportunities, the Creekside Corporate Park, and a budget amendment from the Zionsville Redevelopment Commission. The agenda also includes a financial update and next steps for the CDC. This is a regular public meeting with no specific decisions listed on the agenda.
- Grant Opportunities – Amy Connely
- Creekside Corporate Park
- Zionsville Redevelopment Commission Budget Amendment
- CDC Financial Update
- CDC – Next Steps
Zionsville Board of Park and Recreation
The Zionsville Board of Parks and Recreation will hold a meeting on Wednesday, February 14, 2024. The meeting will be conducted via Zoom webinar. The agenda does not list any specific items for discussion or decision.
- Meeting is scheduled for 7:00 PM local time on February 14, 2024.
- Meeting will be held electronically via Zoom webinar.
- Technical assistance for Zoom is available from Joe Rust ([email protected]).
- No specific agenda items are listed in the provided notice.
Zionsville Architectural Review Committee (ZARC)
The Zionsville Architectural Review Committee meeting scheduled for February 13, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 12, 2024.
Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)
The Zionsville Board of Zoning Appeals will consider several zoning requests, including a special exception for a landscaping contractor in an industrial district, a variance for an accessory building, and multiple development standard variances for residential properties. The board will also discuss continuance procedures and a comprehensive plan update. This is a regular meeting with public participation options available.
- Special exception for Midwest Landscape Industries at 7330 S Indianapolis Rd to operate a landscaping contractor business in I-2 district
- Variance for S. Wagner at 7880 Circle Drive to exceed accessory building size and reduce front yard setback in AG district
- Special exception for B. West at 3785 S Indianapolis Rd for a new single-family dwelling in I-1 district
- Variance for J. Winget at 40 E Ash Street to exceed accessory building height in R-V district
- Variance for Montessori Foundation of Indianapolis at 11712 N Michigan Rd for driveway encroaching into greenbelt
Zionsville Town Council
The Zionsville Town Council will hold final readings on ordinances establishing a Pathways Committee and a Mayor's Youth Advisory Council. New business includes a vote on a zoning amendment for the Atwater development (Petition 2023-27-Z), a first reading of a salary ordinance amendment for a Welcome Center Coordinator, Police Administrative Manager, and General Counsel, and resolutions to accept an easement for Aldi and Crew Carwash and to appropriate additional funds for legal counsel and a grant writer. The council will also hear a mayor's update on 2024 priorities, a briefing on the Aldi/Crew Carwash project, and an economic development presentation.
- Final reading of Ordinance 2024-02 establishing a Pathways Committee
- Final reading of Ordinance 2024-03 establishing a Mayor's Youth Advisory Council
- Consideration of Ordinance 2024-04 to amend zoning for the Atwater development (Petition 2023-27-Z)
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-05 amending the salary ordinance for Welcome Center Coordinator, Police Admin Manager, and General Counsel
- Public hearings on resolutions to appropriate additional funds for General Counsel (Resolution 2024-05) and a Contract Grant Writer (Resolution 2024-06)
Plan Commission (PC)
This is a special combined meeting of the Zionsville Plan Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals. The sole agenda item is a presentation by legal counsel on recent Indiana zoning law updates and guidance for administering the Zionsville Zoning Ordinance. No decisions or public hearings on specific petitions are scheduled.
- Legal counsel will present updates to Indiana zoning law from the General Assembly
- Guidance will be provided for administration of the Zionsville Zoning Ordinance
- Review of factors that may or may not be considered in petition determinations
Zionsville Redevelopment Commission (ZRDC)
The Zionsville Redevelopment Commission has updated its recurring meeting date and time. Future meetings for the 2024 calendar year will now be held on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 9:00 AM EST.
- New meeting time: Fourth Tuesday of each month at 9:00 AM EST
- Meeting location remains Town Hall, Room 105 (Council Chambers)
Zionsville Redevelopment Commission (ZRDC)
The Zionsville Redevelopment Commission will conduct an election of officers and review a request for proposals regarding a financial advisor. The agenda also includes a 2024 budget amendment and appointments for the Zionsville CDC.
- Election of Officers
- Review of RFP for RDC Financial Advisor
- 2024 Budget Amendment
- Zionsville CDC Appointments
- Introduction of Boone County Economic Development Corporation
Zionsville Redevelopment Commission (ZRDC)
The Zionsville Redevelopment Commission will meet in a closed session on January 22, 2024. The meeting is scheduled to discuss real property transactions involving transfers, exchanges, and sales, as well as interviews for prospective employees.
- Real property transaction: transfer
- Real property transaction: exchange
- Real property transaction: sale
- Interviews regarding prospective employees
Zionsville Tree Board
The Zionsville Tree Board (PZAZ) is meeting to approve December minutes, hear from Josephine Lock of the Boone County Invasives Cooperative, and review committee responsibilities. They will discuss ordinances, tree-planting events, the Tree of the Year, Tree City designation, and outreach. The board will also follow up on a curriculum meeting with Zionsville Community Schools.
- Guest speaker: Josephine Lock, Boone County Invasives Cooperative
- Ordinances and preservation update due first quarter
- Greenfest tree selection: check DNR for smaller-maturity tree types
- Tree of the Year: frame discussion
- Follow-up on 'A Tree Can Be' curriculum with ZCS
Plan Commission (PC)
The Zionsville Plan Commission will elect officers, receive a monthly economic development report, and consider several continuance requests. The main item is a request to continue the Bradley Farms PUD rezoning (349+ acres) to February 2024, along with continuances for The Shops at Holliday Farms and a Promontory berms/pond amendment. A development plan for a 6,500 sq. ft. retail building at 3251 S. U.S. Highway 421 is also on the agenda.
- Continuance request for Henke Development / Bradley Farms PUD Rezoning of 349+ acres from AG, R1, R2 to PUD
- Continuance request for The Shops at Holliday Farms development plan for four retail/office buildings
- Continuance request for Promontory Berms and Pond development plan amendment
- Development plan for a 6,500 sq. ft. retail building at 3251 S. U.S. Highway 421 with waiver requests
- Minor DP amendment for a truck dock installation at 7113 Mayflower Park Drive
Board of Police Commissioners
The Board of Police Commissioners will meet to conduct organizational business, including the swearing in of a new member and the election of officers. The board will also receive a recruitment update.
- Swearing in of new member
- Election of officers
- Approval of August 21, 2023 meeting minutes
- Recruitment update
Zionsville Town Council
The Zionsville Town Council will hold first readings of ordinances to establish a Pathways Committee and a Mayor's Youth Advisory Council. They will also hold a public hearing on a resolution to appropriate additional funds for the Boone County Economic Development Corporation. Other discussions include a grant writer position, an RFP for the Zionsville Golf Course, and a presentation on the Comprehensive Plan RFQ.
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-02 establishing a Pathways Committee
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-03 establishing a Mayor's Youth Advisory Council
- Public hearing on Resolution 2024-03 for additional appropriation to Boone County Economic Development Corporation
- Discussion of an RFP to manage, operate, and maintain the Zionsville Golf Course
- Discussion of creating a grant writer's contractual position
Zionsville Board of Park and Recreation
The Zionsville Board of Parks and Recreation will hold its regular monthly meeting to elect 2024 officers, approve minutes, and hear public comments. New business includes a year-in-review presentation, a temporary public art installation, and several grant applications and design services for park and trail projects.
- 2024 DNR LARE Grant Application
- 2024 Strategic Trails Implementation Plan Grant Application
- 2024 Restoration Project- Lions Park Connector Project
- Turkeyfoot Bridge Rehabilitation Design Services
- Lincoln Park Refresh Design Services
Zionsville Architectural Review Committee (ZARC)
The ZARC will consider a façade grant request for Elliotts Pharmacy located at 10 N Main Street. The committee will also review an update to the language for the 2024 ZARC Facade Rehabilitation Program application.
- Façade Grant Request – 10 N Main Street (Elliotts Pharmacy)
- Application Language Update for 2024 ZARC Facade Rehabilitation Program
Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)
The Zionsville Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public meeting to consider seven petitions for development standard variances, mostly involving setback reductions, accessory structure size/height limits, and sign limits. The board will also elect officers, approve prior minutes, and discuss continuance procedures. All items are pending decisions or discussions; no final action is guaranteed.
- 2023-38-DSV: J. Patten, 5120 Turkeyfoot Road — variances for side/front yard setbacks, accessory square footage and height for a barn in R-SF-2 district
- 2023-47-DSV: J. Longest, 8617 W Oak Street — variance to allow accessory structures to exceed primary structure square footage in R-1 district
- 2023-48-DSV: L. Samuels, 8255 E 500 South — variance to allow accessory structure before primary structure in R-1 district
- 2023-49-DSV: G. Martine, 7633 E. Stonegate Drive — variance to exceed maximum number of signs in UB district
- 2023-51-DSV: GreenCycle of Indiana, 4310 E. 750 South, Lebanon — variance to reduce front yard setback for existing building in AG district
Zionsville Town Council
The Town Council will swear in members and elect a President and Vice-President for 2024. The council will also consider appointments, a salary ordinance amendment for the fire department, and the adoption of a multi-hazard mitigation plan.
- Election of 2024 Council President and Vice-President
- Consideration of Ordinance 2024-01 to amend the 2024 Salary Ordinance (Fire Salary)
- Consideration of Resolution 2024-01 regarding additional funds for fire salary
- Consideration of Resolution 2024-02 adopting the 2023 Boone County Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan
- Appointments to various boards, commissions, and committees