Town of Cedar Lake
Town Council Meeting Packet
March 3, 2026

Claims Docket — March 3, 2026

Packet Page 1

Uniform Conflict of Interest Disclosure Statement

Packet Pages 2–4

State Form 54266 (R2 / 9-24) / Form 236 — State Board of Accounts

"A public servant who knowingly or intentionally (1) has a pecuniary interest in; or (2) derives a profit from; a contract or purchase connected with an action by the governmental entity served by the public servant commits conflict of interest, a Level 6 Felony." Ind. Code 35-44.1-1-4(b).

As defined by IC 35-31.5-2-261, "public servant" means a person who:

1. is authorized to perform an official function on behalf of, and is paid by, a governmental entity;
2. is elected or appointed to office to discharge a public duty for a governmental entity; or
3. with or without compensation, is appointed in writing by a public official to act in an advisory capacity to a governmental entity concerning a contract or purchase to be made by the entity.

A public servant has a pecuniary interest in a contract or purchase if the contract or purchase will result or is intended to result in an ascertainable increase in the income or net worth of the public servant or a dependent of the public servant. IC 35-44.1-1-4(a)(3).

A "dependent" means the spouse of a public servant; a child, stepchild, or adoptee of a public servant who is unemancipated and less than eighteen (18) years of age; or an individual more than one-half of whose support is provided during a year by the public servant. IC 35-44.1-1-4(a)(1).

Complete this form in its entirety. Legal counsel should be consulted.

Section 1 — Public Servant Information

Section 3 — Contract Information

Section 4 — Purchase of Goods or Services (Without a Contract)

Section 6 — Approval by Governmental Entity at Public Meeting

Section 7 — Affirmation of Public Servant

I affirm, under penalty of perjury, the truth and completeness of the statements made above.

Section 8 — Filing Requirement

Within fifteen (15) days after final action on the contract or purchase, copies of this statement must be filed with both:

1. The Indiana State Board of Accounts by uploading at https://gateway.ifionline.org/sboa_coi/; and
2. The Clerk of the Circuit Court of the county where the governmental entity took final action on the contract or purchase.

Planning Application — Gateway Commercial Building

Packet Page 5

Town of Cedar Lake — Department of Planning, Zoning and Building
7408 Constitution Avenue, P.O. Box 707, Cedar Lake, IN 46303
Tel: (219) 374-7400   Fax: (219) 374-8588   www.cedarlakein.org

Office Use Only

Property Information

Petitioner(s) Information

Owner(s) Information

Request

The application was subscribed and sworn before Notary Public Lisa M. Kmetz, State of Indiana, Lake County, Commission Number 712363, expiring April 14, 2026.

Lake County Auditor — Parcel List

Packet Pages 6–8

Auditor's Certificate — State of Indiana, County of Lake. Peggy Holinga Katona, Auditor of Lake County, certifies the attached documents are the official records of the Lake County, Indiana Auditor's Office, dated August 7, 2025.

Parcel List — M & L's Adventure, LLC

Date: 8/7/2025   Owner: M & L's Adventure, LLC   Requestor: M & L's Adventure, LLC

Architectural and Site Plans — The Gateway Commercial Building

Packet Pages 9–12

Project: The Gateway Commercial Building, Cedar Lake, Indiana
Architect/Engineer: Bonk Construction (Preliminary — Not for Construction — Revisions Required)

Sheet A1 — Exterior Elevations

This sheet contains four exterior elevation drawings of The Gateway Commercial Building: North, South (front), East, and West elevations. The drawing includes an Exterior Finish Schedule and Exterior Finish Notes detailing stone/masonry/concrete and metal finish specifications. The building is a one-story commercial strip structure with seven tenant suites (A through G) facing south, featuring decorative stonework, large glazed storefronts, and metal panel accents.

Sheet A2 — First Floor Plan

This sheet contains the First Floor Plan and a Wall Type Legend with General Notes and General Framing Notes. The floor plan shows a rectangular multi-tenant commercial building with seven suites identified as follows:

Sheet A9 — Partial Site Plan and Perspective View

This sheet shows a partial site plan of the building footprint and a three-dimensional perspective rendering of The Gateway Commercial Building as viewed from the southeast. The rendering depicts a long one-story retail/commercial building with multiple storefronts, decorative stone base, metal panel upper walls, and multiple tenant signage areas. Landscaping and parking are indicated in the site plan portion.

Preliminary Site Plan — Torrenga Engineering / McAlpine

The site plan drawing shows The Gateway Commercial building (labeled "Subject Parcel — 10715 West 133rd Avenue, 75,000 sq ft") with surrounding parcels, parking layout, traffic flow arrows, retention pond to the south, and property limits. The plan notes a 2850'0.00E dimension along the south boundary. The site fronts W. 133rd Avenue to the north.

Aerial Photographs

Two aerial photographs are included in the packet:

1. An overhead aerial view showing the subject commercial parcel and surrounding area, including the retention pond and adjacent roadways.
2. An aerial perspective view showing the subject parcel from an oblique angle to the southeast, with surrounding agricultural and wooded land visible.

Legal Description — Gateway Commercial Building Parcel (Exhibit A)

Packet Page 15

Part of the Northwest Quarter of Section 28, Township 34 North, Range 9 West of the Second Principal Meridian, in the Town of Cedar Lake, Lake County, Indiana, including Lots 21, 22, 23, and that part of Outlot "A" and Vacated Railroad Avenue lying North of the Easterly Extension of the South Line of Lot 21, in Hanover Plat "C" as per Plat thereof recorded in Plat Book 28, Page 71, in the Office of the Recorder, Lake County, Indiana, written and prepared by John Stuart Allen an Indiana Professional Surveyor, Number 29900011 with Torrenga Surveying, LLC and originally depicted on a Boundary Survey dated April 29, 2024 and having a Job Number of 2024-0253 more particularly described as follows:

Commencing at the Northwest Corner of said Section 28; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East along the North Line of said Section 28, a distance of 1420.60 feet to a point 1242.38 feet (1243 feet deeded) West of the Northeast Corner of the said Northwest Quarter; thence South 00 degrees 29 minutes 40 seconds East parallel with the West Line of said Section 28, a distance of 35.00 feet to the Point of Beginning; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East parallel with and 35.00 feet South of the said North Line, a distance of 246.00 feet to a point 996.38 feet (997.00 deeded) West of the Northeast Corner of the said Northwest Quarter; thence South 00 degrees 29 minutes 40 seconds East parallel with the said West Line, a distance 151.50 feet to a point on the North Line of said Hanover Plat "C"; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East along the said North Line, a distance of 47.33 feet to the Northeast Corner of said Outlot "A"; thence South 05 degrees 34 minutes 50 seconds East along the East Line of said Outlot "A", a distance of 144.18 feet to the Easterly Extension of the South Line of said Lot 21; thence South 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West along the said Easterly Extension and along the South Line of said Lot 21, a distance of 306.11 feet to the Southwest Corner of said Lot 21; thence North 00 degrees 29 minutes 40 seconds West along the West Line of said Hanover Plat "C" and parallel with the West Line of said Section 28, a distance of 295.00 feet to the Point of Beginning, containing 80,277 square feet, 1.843 acres more or less.

Site Plan Survey — Cedar Lake Commercial, 10715 West 133rd Avenue

Packet Page 16

Prepared by: Torrenga Engineering, Inc., Consulting Engineers & Land Surveyors
997 Ridge Road, Munster, Indiana 46321
Tel: (219) 838-5918   www.torrenga.com

This engineering site plan shows the Cedar Lake Commercial development at 10715 West 133rd Avenue, Cedar Lake, Indiana. The plan depicts the subject parcel with labeled dimensions, traffic flow arrows, parking areas, stormwater drainage facilities, and utility easements. The site fronts W. 133rd Avenue (133rd Avenue) to the north, with the CSX Railroad right-of-way to the east. The site plan includes a North arrow, graphic scale, legend, and revision block.

Attorney Letter — Friary Farms PUD

Packet Pages 17–18

Date: February 11, 2026

Via Email

To: Cedar Lake Town Council

RE: Friary Farms PUD

Dear Town Council:

I am pleased to present on behalf of my client, the Friary Farms PUD proposed PUD plan, PUD Ordinance, PUD Development Plan, and PUD Site Plan.

In late October, the Plan Commission granted a favorable recommendation to the town council to approve the attached plan, subject to same meeting review/approval by town building department staff of meeting all applicable ordinances. Over the course of the last three months, we have had extensive dialogue and sit down with town staff to clarify and further detail expectations of the town with this development.

Attached hereto you will find the detailed engineered site plan drawing performed by Adam McAlpine, which further details the following:

1. Maximum height and side wall height of various structures;
2. Various set backs throughout the development;
3. Granting of utility and easement right-of-way to the town adjacent to Parrish Ave.;
4. Proposed farm fencing on the southern edge;
5. Requirement of natural screen to be maintained surrounding property.

In addition to the above, we have further clarified within the development plan and ordinance that the infrastructure to be installed for sewer and water is to be done pursuant to agreed standards between the parties, with appropriate meters to be installed, and the town liability for maintenance of same, for the water, is only to extend from Parrish Ave. to the lift station area. In addition, appropriate fire hydrants as per town standards to be installed and dedicated to the town for use. We have further clarified the maximum amount of farm animals allowed onsite, per Mr. Kubiak's request.

Additionally, as we anticipated six months from approval to make application for utility and water approvals downstate, I have moved the original July date to the September date to allot for this six month time period. Beyond the above, we are further seeking a waiver from the Cedar Lake Development Moratorium Resolution No. 1349 dated March 19, 2024, as to the attached proposed PUD.

Respectfully,

/s/ Nathan D. Vis
Nathan D. Vis
NDV/rmp
Enclosure

Proposed Ordinance — Friary Farms PUD Zone Map Amendment

Packet Pages 19–23

Town of Cedar Lake, Lake County, Indiana
Ordinance No. _____

An Ordinance Reclassifying Certain Lands in the Town of Cedar Lake, Lake County, Indiana, for Zoning Purposes, and Amending Town Zoning Ordinance No. 1402, Being: "The Zoning Ordinance of the Town of Cedar Lake, Lake County, Indiana", Passed and Adopted by the Town Council of the Town of Cedar Lake, Lake County, Indiana, the ______ Day of ____________, 2026, and All Amendments Passed Subsequent Thereto.

Recitals (Whereas Clauses)

WHEREAS, the Town Council of the Town of Cedar Lake, Lake County, Indiana (hereinafter, the "Town Council"), pursuant to the provisions of I.C. §36-7-4-600, et seq., did, on the 15th day of October, 2025, adopt a Zoning Ordinance Text Replacement Ordinance for the Town designated as Town Zoning Ordinance No. 1402; and

WHEREAS, the Town Council likewise on the aforesaid date, adopted the Replacement Zone Map of the Town of Cedar Lake, Lake County, Indiana; and

WHEREAS, the Plan Commission of the Town of Cedar Lake, Lake County, Indiana (hereinafter, the "Plan Commission"), has been petitioned by the Owners of certain real property located in the Town of Cedar Lake, Lake County, Indiana, to reclassify said real property, located at what is addressed as 12921 Parrish Avenue, Cedar Lake, Indiana 46303, for zoning purposes from R-2 Single Family Zoning District Classification to Chapter 9 – Planned Unit Development (PUD) Zoning District Classification; and

WHEREAS, the Plan Commission did, on the 15th of October, 2025, pursuant to published notice as required by applicable law, hold a Public Hearing in Plan Commission Public Meetings on said dates on the advisability and necessity of rezoning said property; further, the aforesaid public hearing was continued to its conclusion, pursuant to applicable law; and

WHEREAS, the Plan Commission, after due notice and publication in conformance with applicable law, and the public hearing being concluded pursuant to applicable law to consider the petition for the proposed amendment to the Town Zone Map, has recommended approval of the same by Favorable Recommendation Certification, which Certification was made dated _____________________________; and

WHEREAS, the Town Council has been informed and advised that the recommended Amendatory Zone Map Ordinance amends the current Town Zone Map, and conforms to applicable Indiana State Statute and Town Ordinances for such approvals; and

WHEREAS, the Town Council, having reviewed the proposed Amended Town Zone Map Ordinance, as well as the Favorable Recommendation Certification of the Plan Commission pertaining to the same, now concurs that it is advisable, appropriate, and in the best interests of the residents of the Town of Cedar Lake and Petitioner herein that the current Town Zone Map be amended as requested, and as certified by Favorable Recommendation of the Town Plan Commission by adoption of this Zone Map Amendatory Ordinance.

Enacting Clause

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF CEDAR LAKE, LAKE COUNTY, INDIANA:

All of which is passed and adopted by the Town Council of the Town of Cedar Lake, Lake County, Indiana, this ______ Day of ____________, 2026.

Exhibit A — Legal Description

(Legal description to be attached — see Friary Farms Description Plat section below for property description details.)

Exhibit C — Friary Farms PUD Development Agreement

Packet Pages 24–31

THIS PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT ("Agreement") is made and entered into this ______ day of _______________, 2026, (the "Effective Date"), by and between the TOWN OF CEDAR LAKE, LAKE COUNTY, INDIANA, an Indiana Municipal Corporation (hereinafter referred to as the "Town"), and BSC Real Estate, LLC, an Indiana Limited Liability Company, (hereinafter referred to as "Developer"). Developer and Town shall be referred to as the Parties.

Recitals (Witnesseth)

WHEREAS, the Developer is the owner of that certain parcel of real estate commonly known as 12921 Parrish Avenue, Cedar Lake, Indiana 46303, which contains approximately 60 acres (the "Subject Property") (Exhibit A), and it seeks to improve and develop the Subject Property into a two (2) lot subdivision (collectively, the "Lots" (the interior lot shall be referred to as "Lot 1" and the exterior lot shall be referred to as "Lot 2")), to be known as Friary Farm's PUD (the "Subdivision") (Exhibit ___ – Planning Approval Application); and

WHEREAS, it is the purpose of this Agreement, consistent with requirements of Town Zoning Ordinance No. 1402, as amended, to clearly set forth the understanding and agreement of the Parties concerning the matters contained herein and to guarantee completion according to the items herein; and

WHEREAS, the Developer has sought the Town's approval to develop the Subject Property, and the Town Council of the Town has adopted Town Zone Map Amendatory Ordinance No. _____, with underlying agricultural, R-2, B-1, B-2 zoning and resort style zoning (all as specified within the PUD Ordinance); and

WHEREAS, the Developer has submitted a formal proposal for a Planned Unit Development Zoning District Classification to be located on the Subject Property, which includes (a) the Site Plat of Friary Farm's Real Estate, approved by the Plan Commission on _____________________ (hereinafter the "Primary Plat"), a copy of which is included and attached as Exhibit B; (b) a copy of the Friary Farm's Planned Unit Development (PUD) Guidelines ("PUD Guidelines"), a copy of which is attached and included herein as Exhibit D; and (c) a copy of the final Engineering Review and recommended conditions (Exhibit __) and the applicable Town of Cedar Lake Plan Commission Meeting Minutes (Exhibit __) wherein public meeting actions were had and taken, and further wherein approval conditions and representations were made and given by the Developer, and its duly authorized representatives; and

WHEREAS, a public hearing was held as required by applicable law on _______________ and whereby thereafter at the conclusion of said public hearing the Town of Cedar Lake Plan Commission, on ____________, by a vote of _____ in favor _____ opposed, favorably recommended the rezoning of the Real Estate from Chapter 6.2 R-2 Zoning to Chapter 9 - Planned Unit Development (PUD) Zoning District Classification; and

WHEREAS, the Town Council of the Town of Cedar Lake, Lake County, Indiana (hereinafter the "Town Council"), concurred in the favorable recommendation certified by the Town of Cedar Lake Plan Commission of the Zone Map Amendatory Ordinance and Friary Farm's PUD at the Town Council meeting held _________________, subject to the Town and Developer entering into this Agreement as required in Section I of Chapter 9 – Planned Unit Development (PUD) Zoning Classification; and

WHEREAS, Developer is willing and able to enter into this Agreement, as required by the terms in Section I of Chapter 9 – Planned Unit Development (PUD) Zoning District Classification, of Town Zoning Ordinance No. 1402, as amended from time to time.

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and agreements contained herein, and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, the Parties hereto agree as follows:

Covenants

1. Recitals Part of Agreement

The representations, covenants, recitations, and Exhibits set forth in the Recitals are material to this Agreement and are incorporated into and made a part of this Agreement as though the same were fully set forth in this Agreement.

2. Planned Unit Development Plan

The development of the Subject Property shall be generally consistent with the Planned Unit Development Plan dated ________________, (the "PUD Plan"), a copy of which is made a part hereof, attached hereto, and marked as Exhibit "D" and Exhibit B.

3. Agreement to Complete in Accordance with PUD

In accordance with Section I of Chapter 9 of Town Zoning Ordinance No. 1402, as amended, Developer agrees with the Town that any development which Developer completes on the Real Estate shall be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Friary Farm's PUD.

4. Breach

Before any failure of any Party of this Agreement to perform its obligations under this Agreement shall be deemed to be a breach of this Agreement, the Party claiming such failure shall notify, in writing, the Party alleged to have failed to perform such obligation and shall demand performance. No breach of this Agreement may be found to have occurred if performance has commenced to the reasonable satisfaction of the complaining party within twenty (20) days of the receipt of such notice. If after said notice, the breaching Party fails to cure the breach, the non-breaching Party may seek any remedy available at law or equity, including the remedy of specific performance.

5. Amendment

This Agreement may be amended only by the mutual consent of the Parties and execution of said amendment by the Parties, in conformance with Town Zoning Ordinance No. 1402, all amendments thereto, and all applicable laws.

6. No Other Agreement

Except as otherwise expressly provided herein, this Agreement supersedes all prior agreements, negotiations, and discussions relative to the subject matter hereof and is a full integration of the Agreement of the Parties.

7. Severability

If any provision, covenant, agreement or portion of this Agreement or its application to any person, entity, or property, is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect the application or validity of any other provisions, covenants, agreements or portions of this Agreement and, to that end, any provisions, covenants, agreements or portions of this Agreement are declared to be severable.

8. Indiana Law

This Agreement shall be construed in accordance with the applicable laws of the State of Indiana, without consideration of its choice of law provisions.

9. Notices

All notices and requests required pursuant to this Agreement shall be deemed sufficiently made if delivered as follows:

Mailed notices shall be deemed effective on the third day after mailing; all other notices shall be effective when delivered.

10. Consent or Approval

Except as otherwise provided herein, whenever consent or approval of any Party is required, such consent or approval shall not be unreasonably withheld. Any Party entering into this Agreement represents and warrants that all authorization and entity authority has been provided to that Party, and that all actions have been taken and done to perform as contemplated by this Agreement. Furthermore, the Parties hereto represent and warranty that any and all signatures appearing in this Agreement are authorized on behalf of same.

11. Public Meeting Action

It is expressly acknowledged and stated that this Agreement is entered into by the Town after action at a public meeting of the Town Council of the Town on __________________, 2026, wherein by a vote of _____ in favor and ____ against, the President of the Town Council and Town Clerk-Treasurer, respectively, were directed to execute and attest the same, and deliver this Agreement.

12. Manner of Ownership

BSC Real Estate, LLC, owns the Subject Property, and shall be liable under this Agreement.

13. Common Area and Open Space

The Subject Property is to be developed and improved into a mixed use Project.

14. Roads, Detention Pond, or Utilities

The Developer shall construct the drainage facilities, utilities, and other physical attributes pursuant to the PUD Plan. The detention pond shall be constructed pursuant to the provisions of the approved and agreed upon PUD Plan. Developer shall not be required to post a Performance Letter of Credit surety.

15. Maintenance Responsibilities

The utility infrastructure shall be installed by the Developer, and further maintained as is outlined herein.

16. Other Agreements

1. Sidewalks shall not be required within the Subject Property for that entire frontage of land adjacent to Parrish Avenue. Parties agree, that an easement which extends fifteen (15) feet from the existing eastern edge of right of way of Parrish Avenue shall be issued to the Town of Cedar Lake, for a future utility and/or sidewalk easement area or municipal use area. This shall be located and approved by the Town on the final recorded plat.
2. No park area dedication or park impact fees or related park fees shall be required for the Subject Property based upon the commercial/agricultural uses.
3. The Subject Property (and individual lots) may apply and qualify for a Quantity Reduction Credit (QRC) upon detention ponds and related infrastructure and topography being crafted properly and appropriate submissions being made to the Town of Cedar Lake, pursuant to Town of Cedar Lake, Lake County, Indiana, Ordinance Title V, Chapter 53, Section 53.06(A).
4. Performance Letter of Credit & Maintenance Letter of Credit. Waived.
5. Infrastructure Improvement Contribution. Waived. Any and all improvements which are necessary to effectuate turn lanes off of Parrish Avenue, shall be installed and paid for, by the Developer. Any and all turn lane improvements shall be installed per municipal and developer agreed standards and thereafter the right of way shall be dedicated to the Town of Cedar Lake, with the Town Easement extended fifteen (15) feet from the edge of the installed/dedicated right of way entry way.
6. Utilities

   WATER: Upon approval from the Town and any other agency who has a vested interest, the developer shall be allowed to connect to the town's municipal water system. Engineers working for the Developer will design the appropriate size water main to connect to the town's system, taking into account flows needed to service any existing and future structures. A shutoff valve shall be installed at the connection point. Developer shall install a water line tapped into the town line along Parrish Avenue, which shall extend into Developer property to a connection point/buffalo box. Along this system, appropriately sized lines and fire hydrants shall be installed pursuant to municipal requirements, including the installation of a fire hydrant along Parrish Avenue. If the Developer's contractor makes the tap to the town's water system a tap fee will be charged, a System Development Fee will still be required to be paid due to the fire hydrants that will be charged and available for use when the connection is made. The Town will require staff to be onsite to inspect the work and any inspection fees will be paid. Any and all existing or future structures that are connected to the town supplied water system will pay a system development fee regardless of whether the connection to the developers' water main takes place before the connection is made to the town's water system. Every connection made to the Developer's water main will be required to have its own separate water meter and curb stop valve. Water meters will be supplied and maintained by the town and paid for by the Developer. Every commercial kitchen will be required to install an appropriately sized backflow preventer and inspected according to state regulations at the owner's expense. Every commercial kitchen shall also be required to have an appropriately sized grease trap located on the exterior of the building for town inspection and clean out. All existing and future structures requiring water shall be connected to the town supplied water system. The future agricultural building located on Lot 2, so long as it does not possess any sewer facilities, may instead be tied to and connected to an existing well located on the property. All infrastructure on the developer's side of the shutoff valve shall be installed, owned and maintained by the Developer, however, the Town shall have access rights to inspect and or install metering systems for billing and related purposes.

   SEWER: Upon approval from the Town and any other agency who has a vested interest, the developer shall be allowed to connect to the town's municipal sewer system. Engineers working for the developer will need to design the appropriate size sewer main to connect to the town's system, taking into account flows needed to service any existing and future structures. If the developer's contractor makes the tap to the town's sewer system a tap fee will be charged, and a System Development Fee will still be required to be paid. The Town will require staff to be onsite to inspect the work and any inspection fees will be paid. Any and all existing or future structures that are connected to the town's sewer system will pay a system development fee regardless if the connection to the developers' sewer main takes place before the connection is made to the town's sewer system. Every commercial kitchen will be required to install an appropriately sized exterior grease trap and inspection manhole upstream of the grease trap. The grease trap will be maintained by the owner and inspected by town staff. All existing and future structures shall be connected to the supplied sewer system. The infrastructure beyond the connection point to the town's sewer system shall be installed and maintained by the Developer, however, the Town shall have access rights to inspect and or install metering systems for billing and related purposes.

   LIFT STATION: A lift station shall be designed and appropriately sized by the Developer's engineer. The lift station shall be owned and maintained by the Developer.

   EASEMENT: An easement shall extend along each side of the installed water and sewer lines, extending from Parrish Avenue down to the buffalo box, with a width of ten (10') feet on either side of the installed lines to be dedicated to the town. The town shall own and maintain the sewer and water lines, extending from Parrish Avenue down to the lift station and buffalo box.

7. Plan: Parties recognize the Friary Site Plan attached hereto as an Exhibit outlines the locations of: Pavilions, existing grottos, expanded parking lot, existing building (conversion to restaurant); proposed path to event venue/deck, proposed overlook dock, band shell, proposed dock and proposed educational/enclosed working farm area, and walking path areas. Parties recognize these buildings are approved for zoning purposes and use. Parties recognize a formal engineered site plan which outlines the designation of a two lot subdivision is to follow for Town Engineer and Building Department review and approval, which said site plan must also designate formal locations, design, location of entry drive and turn lanes, safety (water infrastructure) and other items as required by Town site plan development standards (potable water, sewer lift station) and subdivision development standards and this PUD. Parties recognize that any additional structures not identified on this Friary Site Plan will be considered to be an addition to the Friary Site Plan which must require Site Plan Development Approval, per Town Code.

19. Miscellaneous

1. This Agreement is entered into by the Town and Developer as required by the provisions of Section 1 of Chapter 9 of Town Zoning Ordinance No. 1402, as well as the Town Subdivision Control Ordinance, and all other Ordinances of Town requirements, as all are amended from time to time. In the event of any conflict between the terms of this Agreement and the Town's Rules, Regulations and Ordinances, this Agreement shall control and shall supersede any inconsistent terms herein.
2. The Developer shall reimburse the Town for costs and expenses that the Town incurred with third parties in the review and approval of the Subdivision, including, but not limited to, engineering and legal.
3. This Agreement shall inure to the benefit of, and be binding upon, the Parties hereto, and their respective successors and assigns.
4. Any Party that is a business entity entering into this Agreement represents and warrants that all authorization and entity authority has been provided to that Party, and that all corporate or entity actions have been taken and done to perform as contemplated by this Agreement. Furthermore, all corporate or entity Parties represent and warrant that any and all signatures appearing in this document are authorized on behalf of same.
5. The Parties hereby agree, that unless otherwise agreed between the Parties, the Developer anticipates this Development (all public improvements) shall be commenced and installed on or within seventy two (72) months from the date of the Agreement, unless restricted in developing, due to IDEM restrictions, at which point this Agreement shall be tolled until IDEM restrictions are released. The Phased Development Plan attached hereto is incorporated. Parties agree that application for installation of a utility lift station and potable water lines shall be made, on or before September 15, 2026, for approval with the State of Indiana and Town. Parties agree no commercial operation out of the existing three story building shall occur, until it is connected to the Town water and sewer utilities. Parties agree that upon receipt of approval from the State of Indiana and Town, that water lines and sewer utility lines and lift station shall be installed, on or within six months from approval date.
6. It is expressly acknowledged and stated that this Agreement is entered into by the Town after action at a Public Meeting of the Town Council of the Town on the ____ day of _______________, 2026, by a vote of ______ in favor and _____ against, and whereby the President of the Town Council and Town Clerk-Treasurer, respectively, were directed to execute and attest the same, and deliver this Agreement.
7. Parties agree that this Agreement is subject to the approval of the Town Council, including their approval and waiver of Resolution 1349, a Moratorium on Certain Land Development. Parties agree that they have adequately addressed in the Construction Agreement and Phasing of the property, that certain developments shall not occur until the Developer has received appropriate approvals for tapping in of sewer and water from the Town and from overseeing Indiana agencies.

Exhibit D — Friary Farms PUD Guidelines

Packet Pages 32–45

Planned Unit Development (PUD) Guidelines for Town of Cedar Lake — Friary Farm's PUD

Table of Contents

• Section 1: Definitions
• Section 2: Use and Bulk Regulations
• Section 3: Purpose of Declaration and Property Subjected To Declaration
• Section 4: Permitted Uses
• Section 5: Lot Size
• Section 6: Maximum Building Area Lot Coverage
• Section 7: Minimum Front Yard
• Section 8: Minimum Side Yard
• Section 9: Minimum Rear Yard
• Section 10: Height Standards
• Section 11: Design and Development Standards/Elements
• Section 12: Signage
• Section 13: Landscape Design
• Section 14: Infrastructure Elements
• Section 15: Stormwater
• Section 16: Easements
• Section 17: Utility Services
• Section 18: Lighting
• Appendix A: Friary Farm's ALTA Survey & Legal Descriptions
• Appendix B: Planned Unit Development Plan

Section 1 — Applicability of Ordinance

Development of the Friary Farm's PUD shall be governed by (i) the provisions of the Town Zone Map Amendatory Ordinance for the Project applied for (hereinafter, the "PUD Ordinance"), and its Exhibits, and (ii) the provisions of Town Zoning Ordinance No. 1402, as amended, and as made applicable to a Planned Unit Development District, except as modified, revised, supplemented or expressly made inapplicable by the PUD Ordinance.

All provisions and representations of Town Zoning Ordinance No. 1402, as amended that conflict with the provisions of this PUD Ordinance are hereby made inapplicable to the Real Estate, and shall be superseded by the terms of this PUD Ordinance.

Section 2 — Definitions

Capitalized terms not otherwise defined in this Ordinance shall have the meanings ascribed to them in Town Zoning Ordinance No. 1402, as amended.

Key definitions include:

• Property — any real estate subject to the terms of these Restrictive Covenants.
• Contractor — any individual, entity, business or corporation which performs work, repairs, or construction on any lot, property, or unit located within the PUD.
• Developer — BSC Real Estate, an Indiana domestic Limited Liability Company, and its successors and assigns.
• Development Area — the real estate described on Appendix A hereto, with all improvements thereon.
• Lot — a part of the Submitted Parcel, the size and dimensions of which are shown on the Plat and Appendix A.
• Mortgage — shall include a deed of trust, as well as a mortgage.
• Mortgagee — shall include a beneficiary or holder of a deed or trust, as well as a mortgagee.
• Mortgagor — shall include the trustor of a deed of trust, as well as a mortgagor.
• Municipality — the Town of Cedar Lake, Lake County, Indiana.
• Owner — one (1) or more persons or entities who hold the record title to any Lot, but excluding in all cases any party holding an interest merely as security for the performance of an obligation.
• Person — a natural person, a corporation, a partnership, trustee or other legal entity.
• Plat — plat the Friary Farm's PUD Development, recorded in Plat Book ___, page _____, in the Office of the Recorder of Lake County, Indiana.

Section 3 — Applicable Standards

Sections 3 through 11 of the PUD Guidelines adopt applicable standards by reference to Town Zoning Ordinance No. 1402 chapters, except as modified by the PUD Development Plan:

• PUD Development Plan — Chapter 9 of Ordinance No. 1402 applies; parcel shall be developed in substantial compliance with PUD Development Plan.
• Permitted Uses — As set forth in the PUD Development Plan.
• General Regulations — Chapter 9 standards apply.
• Development Standards — Chapter 10 standards apply.
• Design and Architectural Standards — As set forth in attached Exhibit C.
• Landscaping Standards — Chapter 13 standards apply.
• Infrastructure Standards — Town Zoning Ordinance No. 1402 and Subdivision Control Ordinance apply.
• Lighting Standards — Chapter 14 standards apply.
• Fence Standards — Chapter 15 standards apply.
• Sign Standards — Chapter 16 standards apply.
• Fees — Chapter 20 standards apply, except as otherwise modified or agreed.

Section 4 — Use and Bulk Regulations

• Landscape Plan: In accordance with Chapter 13 of Zoning Ordinance No. 1402.
• Signage: In accordance with Chapter 16 of Zoning Ordinance No. 1402.
• Lighting Plan: In accordance with Chapter 14 of Zoning Ordinance No. 1402.

Section 5 — Purpose of Declaration / Property Description

The Developer seeks to develop and construct a two-lot subdivision with quality mixed use development. Lot 1, the interior portion, is anticipated to be developed with B-1 and B-2 uses (Tobacco/Vape shop shall bee, conforming to all PUD guidelines and applicable Town Code, on or before September 15, 2026, subject to Town Engineering and Plan Commission approval.

IV. Permitted Uses — Interior (Lot 1) Allowed Uses

The following listed uses are permitted within the Interior Area of the PUD District:

• Any allowed use (except tobacco shop/vape shop) under Town Code 14.02 related to B-1 and B-2 zoning district use;
• Any use allowed in the Residential R-2 zoning district. Only one (1) R-2 home shall be allowed, limited to the existing three-story building on premises;
• Private (not public) developments allowing the birthing, protection, or servicing of recreational boats;
• Commissary facilities for the provision of food, beverages, and the like for use in recreational green/blue spaces;
• Private beaches, water related recreation areas, parks, campgrounds, and walking/jogging paths (these walking/jogging paths may be used for special events, such as hayrides or horse-drawn carriage rides; not designed for motorized or snowmobile use);
• Retail businesses which supply commodities for persons using recreational areas;
• Restaurants, taverns, lounges, or clubs;
• Bed and breakfast facilities or hotel spaces;
• Campgrounds (campground space shall be used for educational/event related camping; overnight stays shall not exceed three (3) continuous nights in duration);
• Concert hall or similar place of assembly (interior and exterior);
• Amusement establishment, such as a dancing hall, catering establishment, club, or lodge, private, fraternal or religious;
• Private parking areas, event gathering locations, for family gatherings, nonprofit events; corporate events; private events, craft fairs, outdoor events, food trucks, weddings, and the like.

Multiple uses as outlined above shall be allowed on any single lot, without requiring further zoning approval/variances from the Town.

Prohibited Uses — Interior (Lot 1)

1. Any use which emits an obnoxious odor, fumes, or sound which can be heard or smelled outside of any building. (The development of an exterior concert hall shall not be deemed a prohibited use so long as it is in compliance with Cedar Lake Town code nuisance regulations; the exterior concert hall shall be restricted in size as can be accommodated by installed parking lot areas approved by the Town.)
2. Any operation which is used primarily as refining, smelting, or mining.
3. Pawnshop or auction house.
4. Adult Use establishments pursuant to Town Ordinances.

Exterior (Lot 2) Allowed Uses

• Recreational park areas;
• Recreational blue space/water park areas;
• Camping (educational/event related camping; overnight stays not to exceed three (3) continuous nights in duration);
• Parking;
• Craft fairs and recreational events;
• Artisanal farming;
• Hobby farms (with animal unit limits — see table below);
• Artisan gardening;
• Farm stand;
• Farmers market;
• Agri-tourism;
• Corporate or other event retreat facility;
• Educational retreat facility;
• Working farm learning center;
• Walking/jogging paths (may be used for special events, such as hayrides or horse-drawn carriage rides; not designed for motorized or snowmobile use);
• Winery;
• Brewery;
• Wine-tasting room;
• Any use allowed in the residential R-2 zoning district. A cap of up to five residential homes may be built, subject to Town development standards and subdivision control ordinance approvals.

Hobby Farm Animal Unit Limits — Exterior Lot 2

Hobby farms shall be limited to one (1) animal unit for the first two and a half (2.5) acres of land area, with one (1) additional animal unit allowed on each additional two (2) acres of parcel area thereafter (total of 30 acres in Lot 2 — total 14 animal units allowed).

V through X — Lot Form, Coverage, Setbacks, and Height

XI — Design & Development Standards

Infrastructure

• Sidewalks: Developer installed sidewalks shall not be required per Town Code along Parrish Avenue.
• Curbs/Concrete Roll Design: Shall not be installed along all roads and parking lots to allow for water sheeting run-off.
• Street Lights: Lighting in the development area shall comply with Town of Cedar Lake Ordinance (No. 1402), or current edition.
• Public and Private Utilities and Municipal Right of Way Dedication: Shall include a fifteen (15') foot easement along Parrish Avenue, eastern edge of Parrish Avenue right of way, unless otherwise identified on a Final Plat, and approved by the Town.
• Fire Hydrants: Any fire hydrants which are required to be installed and maintained, shall be installed by the Developer, and subsequently maintained by the Town.
• Sewer/Water: The Town shall ensure sufficient capacity exists for the Development to tie into Town infrastructure.

XII — Signage

• Prohibited: Billboards (unless otherwise detailed); signs painted or mounted on exterior or rear wall of any principal building (unless otherwise identified).
• Traffic control signs shall be of ornamental style and design complementing the overall theme of the Development.
• No sign shall block or obstruct the vision of motor vehicle drivers.
• Main entry door signs shall not exceed six (6) square feet in total area.
• Each business within multi-tenant buildings will be permitted one principal sign, wall mounted, not larger than sixty (60) square feet.
• Each Lot may possess one (1) monument sign, not to exceed one hundred (100) square feet, with base/structure reflecting comparable materials to the building.
• Rear or side parking lot directional signs are permitted.
• No sign shall be constructed or installed without proper permits and approvals granted by the Town of Cedar Lake.

XIII — Landscape Design & Maintenance Standards

The minimum landscape standards for the PUD shall meet the Town of Cedar Lake Zoning Ordinance, Subdivision Control, and all other Landscape Requirements (Chapter 13), and as shown on the PUD Development Plans.

XIV — Infrastructure Elements

The PUD infrastructure shall comply with the Town Zoning Ordinance and the Town Subdivision Control Ordinance, unless otherwise approved by the Plan Commission.

XV — Stormwater

• The storm water collection system shall be designed following the Cedar Lake Storm Water Ordinance and sized to convey the ten (10) year, twenty-four (24) hour storm event.
• The on-site storm water collection system shall be designed to respect the natural drainage patterns of the site and related properties.
• Locations of Inlets, Catch Basins and Manholes will be positioned to avoid main pedestrian walk routes, trash enclosures and main building entrances. Detention basins shall be sized for the one hundred (100) year, twenty-four (24) hour design storm event.
• Storm Sewer collection system piping shall be made of either Reinforced Concrete Pipe (RCP), Poly Vinyl Chloride (PVC), or High Density Poly Ethylene (HDPE). Flexible pipes are not allowed within public right of ways.
• Building roof drains and footing drains may be connected to underground storm sewer system piping to minimize overland runoff to outlets.
• Onsite storm water holding facility with a Best Management Practice (BMP) outfall approved by the Town of Cedar Lake.

XVI — Easements

Easements for public and related utilities, alongside Parrish Avenue, shall be preserved as outlined according to the areas designated by the Cedar Lake Zoning Ordinance and the Cedar Lake Subdivision Control Ordinance, and as further outlined in Appendix B and C. These easements shall be identified on the subdivision plat and approved by the Town Engineer, prior to recording of the subdivision plat.

XVII — Utility Services

XVIII — Lighting

Site lighting shall be decorative in nature and consistent with the architectural design standards of buildings within the development. All site lighting within the PUD shall comply with Town of Cedar Lake Light Standards Ordinance (No. 1264) and be approved by Town Engineer.

• All exterior lighting shall be designed and constructed to direct light away from adjacent properties.
• All exterior lighting shall be arranged and designed with a common light fixture type and with a variety of heights based upon system use.
• Parking areas shall be adequately lighted for the safety of pedestrian and vehicle movements.
• Decorative wall mounted or ground mounted lighting may be used on building fronts visible to street or parking areas to illuminate buildings and architectural features.

Friary Farms PUD Site Plan

Packet Page 46

Prepared by: McAlpine Consulting LLC, 368 East 400 North, Valparaiso, IN 46383
Phone: 219.202.8644   Email: mcalpine.consulting@yahoo.com
Date: 2.6.26   Project No.: 25-3060   Scale: 1:100

This site plan depicts Friary Farms PUD, Cedar Lake, Indiana, showing a two-lot subdivision (Lot 1 interior and Lot 2 exterior). The site is located on Parrish Avenue and W. 129th/130th Pl. The plan includes the following features and structures:

Lot 1 (Interior) Features

• Lourdes Lake House Inn (existing three-story building) — shown in photographic inset with West Face and East Face views
• Existing Parking Lot — 14,400 sq ft
• Parking Lot — 15,000 sq ft
• Future Parking Lot — 15,000 sq ft
• Lake Bernadette (existing lake/pond with pier and fountain)
• Ex Pole Barn — 2,220 sq ft
• Music/Band Shelter — 900 sq ft (shall not exceed 16' in overall height; sidewall height not to exceed 12')
• 5 Pavilions — 900 sq ft each (shall not exceed 16' in overall height; sidewall height not to exceed 12')
• Concrete Pathway
• Wood Duck Pond
• Viewing Dock
• Fountain
• Event Venue — 8,000 sq ft (shall not exceed 45' in overall height; sidewall height not to exceed 30')
• Parking Lot — 15,000 sq ft
• Place of Prayer
• Lift Station (utility)

Lot 2 (Exterior) Features

• Nature Trail
• Artesian Farming area
• Pasture
• Educational Working Farm — 2,000 sq ft (shall not exceed 2,500 sq ft; sidewall height not to exceed 14'; overall height not to exceed 24'; well on site may provide water to this facility)
• Farm Fence (along southern edge)
• 20' Restriction Boundary on east side (natural forest/wooded areas to be maintained as natural boundary; natural areas not to be removed)

Site Notes

• 15' Utility Easement along Parrish Avenue
• Final location of sewer/water line to be jointly approved by Town/Developer Engineer. Town to receive 10 foot easement on either side of water and sewer line through location of lift station. Easement to be located on final recorded site plan. Final location of entrance sign to be located on final recorded site plan.

Friary Farms — Description Plat

Packet Page 47

Prepared by: Glenn H. Kracht, Registered Land Surveyor, Indiana L.S. No. 29400001
GKA — Glenn Kracht Associates, 314 Fairview Court, Crown Point, IN 46307
Prepared for: BSC Real Estate LLC / Scott Filler, 2341 Highway Ave., Highland, IN 46322 / 12921 Parrish Ave., Cedar Lake, IN
Date: June 16, 2025   Job No.: 256929   Sheet: 1 of 1

Parent Legal Description

Lot 1 of FRANCISCAN FRIARS AHVM LOURDES FRIARY ADDITION, as shown in Plat Book 105, page 41 and as Document No. 2012 008584, in the Office of the Recorder of Lake County, Indiana.
Parcel No.: 45-15-22-301-002.000-014

Acreage Note

AG Zone Legal Description (Lot 2)

Part of Lot 1 of FRANCISCAN FRIARS AHVM LOURDES FRIARY ADDITION, as shown in Plat Book 105, page 41, and as Document No. 2012 008584, in the Office of the Recorder of Lake County, Indiana, more particularly described as follows:

Commencing at the Northwest corner of said Lot 1; thence South 89°20'11" East along the North line of said Lot 1, 1217.60 feet to the Westerly ROW of the CSX RR; thence Southerly along a curve concave to the West with a radius of 11710.1 feet, a length of 1180.53 feet, a chord bearing South 02°48'20" East a length of 1379.74 feet; thence North 88°50'26" West, 23.60 feet; thence South 00°21'15" West, 4049.58 feet, to the Southeast corner of said Lot 1; thence North 88°50'26" West, along the South line of said Lot 1, 1264.91 feet; thence North 89°21'43" West, 111.01 feet to the Southwest corner of said Lot 1; thence North 20°19'21" West 401.88 feet to a point of curve concave to the East with a radius of 1117.0 feet, a length of 405.38 feet and a Chord Bearing North 17°07'17" West chord length 413.41 feet to a point of tangency; thence North 90°00'00" East, 102.92 feet; thence South 25°00'00" East, 471.36 feet; thence South 90°00'00" East, 1025.00 feet; thence North 00°00'00" West, 900.00 feet; thence South 90°00'00" West, 300.00 feet; thence North 00°00'00" West, 350.00 feet; thence South 90°00'00" West, 560.00 feet; thence South 00°00'00" East, 290.00 feet; thence South 90°00'00" West, 150.00 feet; thence North 00°07'33" East 501.45 feet to the Point of Beginning, containing 30.49 acres more or less.

This Description Plat is based on the Recorded Plat of Franciscan Friars AHVM Lourdes Friary Addition and an ALTA Survey of the Parcel dated Nov. 12, 2021 by DVG Team, Glen Boren PLS.

I, Glenn H. Kracht, a Registered Land Surveyor in the State of Indiana, hereby state that I prepared this Description Plat based on record descriptions and that the Plat hereon drawn, to the best of my knowledge, correctly represents said descriptions.

Glenn H. Kracht, IN L.S. No. 29400001, June 16, 2025

Parks & Recreation Superintendent Letter to Town Council

Packet Page 48

Date: February 6, 2026

To: Dear Council Members,

After review by legal counsel and the Park Board, the Park Board recommended approval of the Park Superintendent Job Description at its February 5, 2026 meeting.

Exhibit attached for reference.

Thank you for your time in this matter.

Parks & Recreation Superintendent — Position Description

Packet Pages 49–54

Town of Cedar Lake — Position Description
Revision History: 01/20/26 (Rev. 12/1/2025)

General Purpose

Performs a variety of complex professional and administrative work in planning, developing, scheduling, directing, and implementing year-round, a town-wide park system and recreational programs; provides leadership, direction, and general administrative oversight to the Parks and Recreation Department and Employees; and establishes and maintains community and public engagement and involvement.

Supervision Received

Works under the guidance and direct supervision of the Board of Parks and Recreation, "Park Board."

Supervision Exercised

Exercises administrative direction over the Department of Parks and Recreation, "Department". Employees of the Department, parks, open spaces, and recreational programming.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Proposes a plan for the operation of the Department annually for review and approval by the Park Board, administers annual plans as approved. Prepares and presents an annual report to the Park Board.
2. Supervises the general administration of the Department; keeps the records of the Department; and preserves all papers and documents of the Department.
3. Recommends persons for appointment as assistants if the Park Board determines such a need exists; appoints employees, subject to the approval of the Park Board, according to standards and qualifications fixed by the Park Board without regard to political affiliation.
4. Provides leadership and direction in the development and implementation of short-range and long-range plans; gathers, interprets, and prepares data for studies, reports, and recommendations; coordinates department activities with other departments and agencies as needed. Reports findings and recommendations to the Park Board for review and approval.
5. Provides professional advice and makes presentations to the Park Board, Department Heads, Staff, other boards, and the general public.
6. Compiles, composes, prepares, and maintains a monthly report, goals and objectives, and other reports as needed for the review and approval of the Park Board. Collaborates with Park Board and Clerk Treasurer to prepare the annual Parks and Recreation budget for the Park Board's review and the Town Council's approval and adoption.
7. Assists the Park Board in the development of public policy and capital projects within the Parks and Recreation Department for approval by the Park Board. Public Policy to be reviewed by Town Manager before Park Board approval.
8. Establishes and maintains relationships with all regulatory agencies associated with Parks and Recreation, including Indiana Department of Natural Resources and association conservation officers.
9. Prepares grant applications. Administers private, local, state, and federal grant programs to meet human service needs. Monitors grant payments and collections.
10. Manages departmental and interdepartmental correspondence and responds accordingly; addresses the public and civic organizations to provide information on policies-procedures and availability of facilities for public use; oversees all public relations and social media for parks, park facilities, recreational programs, and special events.
11. Organizes, directs, and supervises park and recreation programming to provide diverse and varied programs for a variety of interests and age groups. Reviews and implements changes or new programs to meet changing needs of the community.
12. Recruits, interviews, hires, evaluates, and dismisses recreational staff and non-professional employees final approval from the Park Board. Recruits and retains volunteers; oversees all volunteer-based services.
13. Develop and implement policies, operational procedures, and standards to effectively manage daily operations, staff, and assure compliance with established policies and procedures; ensures assigned areas of responsibility are performed within budget; monitors revenues and expenditures in assigned areas to assure sound fiscal control; prepares annual budget requests; assures effective and efficient use of budgeted funds, personnel, materials, facilities, and time.
14. Maintain a list of Park assets and ensure assets are added to the Town's Insurance Policy.
15. Purchase supplies, tools, etc. for Parks and Recreation Department with Park Board approval for single purchases exceeding $5,000.
16. Determines and communicates work procedures, official plans, policies, and procedures to staff, and expedites workflow through written and oral instruction; prepares work schedules; studies and standardizes procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness of operations; assigns duties and examines work for exactness, neatness, and conformance to policies and procedures. Oversees reports created and maintained by Department Employees.
17. Ensures good communication between workers and citizens and resolves any grievances; performs or assists subordinates in performing duties; addresses and/or adjusts errors and complaints. Recognizes, evaluates, and responsively controls negative, rowdy, or potentially uncurious situations and channel energies into acceptable behavior.
18. Prepares cost estimates to plan and provide for improvements in the park facilities. Assists and communicates to the Town Administrative Department on project construction and park improvement matters.
19. Supervises and manages the planning of new parks, playgrounds, and the necessary amenities for the proper construction and maintenance of the facilities.
20. Establishes and maintains frequent contact with co-workers; other departments; related local, county, and state departments; Public Officials, other recreational organizations, and the public to exchange and/or explain information; explain/interpret policies and procedures; coordinate program activities; and resolve problems related to parks and recreational programs.
21. Schedule professional services with approval from the Park Board.
22. Perform any other duties as assigned by the Park Board.

Peripheral Duties

• Serves as a member of assigned Town employee committees, as assigned.
• Attends Town Council meetings to make presentations or give reports when requested.
• Assists Staff in the performance of their duties as required.

Desired Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

1. Graduation from a college or university with a bachelor's degree in parks, recreational and leisure services, or related field;
2. Four (4) to six (6) years of related experience and/or training in parks and recreation programs; or equivalent combination of education and experience;
3. Professional certification through the National Recreation and Park Association, Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP) or Certified Parks and Recreation Executive (CPRE) preferred;
4. Should be a member of the Indiana Parks and Recreation Association in good standing, or the ability to become such.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of modern parks and recreation programs; Thorough knowledge of equipment and facilities required in a comprehensive park and recreation program; Extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of programming and use of public buildings and park facilities; Working knowledge of community recreation needs and resources; Working knowledge of the principles and practices of office management, work organization, supervision and budgets.
2. Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment.
3. Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and implement a comprehensive community park and recreation program; Ability to coordinate, analyze, and utilize a variety of reports and records; Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, other agencies, and the public.

Special Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age; possess a valid state driver's license or ability to obtain one; provide proof of employment eligibility; pass a background check and pre-employment drug screening test.
• Possess or obtain CPR and First Aid Certification within six (6) months of hire.
• Ability to work nights and weekends for meetings, programs, and events, as needed.

Tools and Equipment Used

Ability to use modern office equipment such as: Personal computer including word processing, spreadsheets, PowerPoint, Outlook and other software, copier, telephone, fax machine, postage machine, radio, calculator, and Town-owned vehicles. In addition, the Parks Director may need to provide direct supervision and/or assist with maintenance or construction projects located in the town parks that requires the use of equipment. Ability to operate department vehicles and machinery.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, work occasionally will be physical in nature and require the ability to lift and/or carry up to fifty (50) pounds. The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, bend, lift, and talk or hear. The employee occasionally may be required to use hands and fingers, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee occasionally may be required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job position, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally may be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes, and potentially toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet while in the office, or moderately noisy to noisy when in the field.

Selection Guidelines

• Formal application, rating of education and experience, oral interview and reference check, and job-related tests may be required.
• The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
• The job position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job position change.

Town of Cedar Lake Organization Chart

Packet Page 55

The Town of Cedar Lake organizational structure is as follows:

The Citizens of Cedar Lake are served by two elected bodies: the Clerk-Treasurer and the Town Council.

Clerk-Treasurer Departments

• Finance
• Records / Public Information
• Utility Billing
• Payroll / Employee Benefits

Town Council — Reporting Structure

The Town Council oversees Town Contractors (including Attorney and Engineering), the Town Manager, and Advisory Boards.

The Town Manager directs the following departments:

• Police Chief
  • Traffic/Patrol
  • Investigation
  • Communication
  • Crime Prevention
  • Crossing Guards
  • VIPS
  • SRO
• Fire Chief
  • Suppression
  • Investigation
  • Code Enforcement
  • Building Safety
  • Emergency Medical
  • Emergency Management
• PW Director (Public Works)
  • Streets
  • Sidewalks
  • Sewer Maintenance
  • Buildings
  • Tree Removal
  • Water
• Parks Dept & Superintendent
• Building & Planning / Building Commissioner
  • Planning
  • Inspections
• Information Technology

Engineering Letter — Centennial Estates Phase 1 Maintenance LOC

Packet Page 56

Date: December 23, 2025

To:
Town of Cedar Lake
7408 Constitution Avenue
Cedar Lake, Indiana 46303

Attention: Plan Commission Members

Subject: Centennial Estates – Phase 1 / Maintenance LOC Inspection
(CBBEL Project No. 060015.00017)

Dear Plan Commission Members:

In anticipation of the expiration of the Maintenance Letter of Credit (LOC) for Phase 1 of Centennial Estates, CBBEL personnel performed field inspections of the remaining punchlist items as identified in our September 3, 2025 letter to the Town. The Maintenance LOC is set to expire on February 25, 2026.

Based on our field reconnaissance, CBBEL has determined that all outstanding items have been addressed and therefore we recommend that the Maintenance LOC be allowed to expire for this development.

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to call.

Sincerely,

Luke J. Sherry, PE, CFM, CPESC
Town Engineer

cc:

• Town Manager (via email)
• Town Director of Operations (via email)
• Town Building Administrator (via email)
• Jeff Yatsko – Olthof (via email)