⚠ Amended Agenda Notice
This agenda has been amended since the original posting.
Amendment History:
Original Agenda – First Posting:
- Consent Agenda, BZA/Plan (2 items including BSC Real Estate/Friary confirmation), New Business, Reports, and standard closing items
First Amendment – Posted April 6, 2026 at 1:37 PM (Current Version):
- ADDED: Ordinances & Resolutions section – Ordinance No. 1527, Franciscan Friary Farms PUD
- REMOVED: BZA/Plan item 2 – Confirmation of favorable recommendation for BSC Real Estate (Friary) Rezone (superseded by Ordinance No. 1527)
All other agenda items remain unchanged from the original posting.
Town Council Members
Ward Members – Elected
| Name | Position | Party | Term Start | Term Expires |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nicholas A. Recupito | President, Ward 3 | R | 01/01/2023 | 12/31/2026 |
| Greg Parker | Vice President, Ward 5 | I | 01/01/2024 | 12/31/2027 |
| Robert H. Carnahan | Member, Ward 1 | R | 01/01/2023 | 12/31/2026 |
| Julie Rivera | Member, Ward 2 | R | 01/01/2023 | 12/31/2026 |
| Chuck Becker | Member, Ward 4 | R | 01/01/2024 | 12/31/2027 |
At-Large Members – Elected
| Name | Position | Party | Term Start | Term Expires |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mary Joan Dickson | Member, At Large | D | 01/01/2024 | 12/31/2027 |
| Richard Thiel | Member, At Large | R | 01/01/2024 | 12/31/2027 |
Clerk-Treasurer – Elected
| Name | Title | Term Start | Term Expires |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jennifer Sandberg, IAMCA | Clerk-Treasurer | 01/01/2024 | 12/31/2027 |
Staff
- Benjamin Eldridge – Town Manager
- John Gruszka – Police Chief
- Tim Kubiak – Director of Operations
- Nick Mager – Fire Chief
- Mindi Ray – Parks Superintendent
- David Austgen – Town Attorney
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Consent Agenda
- Approval of Minutes – December 16, 2025
- Claims: All Town Funds: $361,670.11; Wastewater Operating: $711,269.87; Water Utility: $74,958.96; Storm Water: $21,023.83; Payroll (3/26/26, 4/1/26): $311,036.85
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Tag Day – Solicitation Day Activity
- American Legion Post 261 Poppy Day – May 23, 2026
Ordinances & Resolutions
- Ordinance No. 1527 – Franciscan Friary Farms PUD
BZA / Plan
1. Acceptance of Cash Bond – CWK in Cedar Lake LLC (Jet's Pizza and Wingstop)
Amount: $75,223.50
- Case:
- 2023-04 – Jet's Pizza and Wingstop
- Petitioner:
- Steven Kolber, 828 Davis Street, Evanston, IL 60201
- Owner:
- CWK Properties – Cedar Lake LLC, 7949 W. 79th Street, Bridgeview, IL
- Parcel ID:
- 45-15-28-105-001.000-014
- Vicinity:
- 10833 W. 133rd Avenue, Cedar Lake, IN 46303
New Business
- Shades Subdivision Section BC Improvements Project Bid – Notice of Award
- Consideration of Approval for Hosting the Parade of Lights at the New Public Safety Building
Reports
- Town Council
- Town Attorney
- Clerk-Treasurer
- Town Manager
Written Communication
Public Comment
Adjournment
Press Session
Next Meeting
Next Town Council Meeting: Tuesday, April 21, 2026, to follow Utility Board Meeting at 6:30 PM
ADA Accessibility Notice
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