Town of Cedar Lake
Town Council
Public Meeting Minutes

Pledge of Allegiance & Moment of Silence

Roll Call

Agenda Amendment

A motion to amend the agenda to add a Board of Safety matter was made by Julie Rivera with second by Richard Thiel.

Motion carries, 7–0.

Public Comment

None.

Consent Agenda

1. Minutes: January 20, 2026
2. Claims: All Town Funds: $580,966.78; Wastewater: $701,109.30; Water Utility: $40,574.89; Storm Water: $77,321.20; Payroll (04/23/26, 05/01/26, & 05/07/26): $714,465.94; April Remittances: $212,511.13
3. Donations: In-Kind Donation from Edwin C. Moody Jr. Memorial FOP Lodge #173 of Food for Sergeant Fisher's Retirement Party, In-Kind Donation from Cedar Lake Chamber of Commerce for 200 American and Indiana Flags, Donation of $1,124 from Law Enforcement Partners for K9 Fund
4. Manual Journal Entries: April 1, 2026 – April 30, 2026

Kevin Toth read a letter from the Chamber of Commerce regarding the donation of flags.

A motion to waive the reading of the minutes and approve the consent agenda as listed was made by Chuck Becker with second by Greg Parker. Mr. Carnahan discussed the claims paid for repairs. He discussed advertising for a mechanic. He talked to Tim and since they advertised with Indeed, they have additional applications. Mr. Carnahan discussed the Republic Service claim for trash for the month of April. He stated the bill will go up in June by $0.89. That is due to an increase from Republic. He asked Jen about the contract coming up. Ms. Sandberg stated she believes they are in or about to begin the optional year. End of this year they will work on that. Mr. Carnahan stated if they decide to bid, it was in the contract to have a small truck for the road. He does not believe they use it. He has not seen it. Mr. Becker stated they use it in Cedar Point Park and behind True Value. A brief discussion continued.

Motion carries, 7–0.

Ordinances & Resolutions

1. Ordinance No. 1528 – Adoption of Meeting Quorum Rules

Mr. Recupito stated the first reading was approved. Mr. Thiel read Ordinance No. 1528 by title only.

A motion to adopt Ordinance No. 1528 was made by Mary Joan Dickson with second by Julie Rivera.

Motion carries, 7–0.

2. Ordinance No. 1529 – Job Description Amendment for Administrative Assistant – Fire

Mr. Thiel read Ordinance No. 1529 by title only. Ms. Sandberg explained this is an amendment to the job description for an administrative assistant within the Fire Department. The Fire Department is ready to move forward with restructuring within their department and that includes the creation and addition of the position of administrative assistant. The actual exhibit, the job description, was an effort between herself, Chief Mager, and Town Manager Eldridge. Chief Mager stated they reviewed both documents before them and agreed with them. Mr. Recupito asked Mr. Austgen if this ordinance and ordinance 1530 were both two reading ordinances. Mr. Austgen stated yes.

A motion to approve the first reading of Ordinance No. 1529 was made by Robert Carnahan with second by Chuck Becker.

Motion carries, 7–0.

A motion to suspend the rules and allow for a second reading was made by Robert Carnahan with second by Richard Thiel.

Motion carries, 7–0.

Mr. Thiel read Ordinance No. 1529 by title only.

A motion to adopt Ordinance No. 1529 was made by Robert Carnahan with second by Chuck Becker.

Motion carries, 7–0.

3. Ordinance No. 1530 – Y2026 Salary Ordinance Amendment

Mr. Thiel read Ordinance No. 1530 by title only. Ms. Sandberg explained there are three amendments needed for the current year salary ordinance. The first involves the job description previously discussed. Under the Fire Department, the Administrative Assistant position, a full-time position, with an hourly rate of $22.60 per hour. It is payable 100% from the General Fund. Within the Volunteer Fire Department, a legislative update occurred for the clothing allowance and automobile allowance. The clothing allowance is $250 annually and the automobile allowance is $250 annually. Payable 100% from the General Fund. Underneath Recording Secretary, on page 3 of the salary ordinance, this is to expand that role to include IT and administrative support duty compensation. Currently, full-time employees are paid their regular rate if they perform duties as a recording secretary for boards and commissions. IT is in need of support for certain meetings. Employees performing those duties will be compensated their regular hourly rate from the IT budget.

A motion to approve the first reading of Ordinance No. 1530 was made by Robert Carnahan with second by Mary Joan Dickson.

Motion carries, 7–0.

A motion to suspend the rules and allow for a second reading was made by Chuck Becker with second by Robert Carnahan.

Motion carries, 7–0.

Mr. Thiel read Ordinance No. 1530 by title only.

A motion to adopt Ordinance No. 1530 was made by Robert Carnahan with second by Richard Thiel.

Motion carries, 7–0.

4. Resolution No. 1396 – A Transfer Resolution

Mr. Thiel read Resolution No. 1396 by title only. Ms. Sandberg explained the transfers as follows:

A motion to approve Resolution No. 1396 was made by Robert Carnahan with second by Julie Rivera.

Motion carries, 7–0.

5. Resolution No. 1397 – Disposal of Town Owned Real Estate – W. 129th Avenue

Mr. Thiel read Resolution No. 1397 by title only. Mr. Carnahan stated this property is going to go to Diane and David Aalders. This is located at 11336 W 129th Avenue. It is an easement located northwest of their property. Mr. Thiel stated it is two separate parcels acquired by the Town around 2018. There were some storm water issues over in Wicker Meadows back then. An overflow pipe was not installed. In the meantime, the pipe was fixed. There has been no other flooding. There is no need for the Town to hold on to this for any storm water related issues. The sole purpose was retention purposes. Mr. Carnahan asked about cost recovery. Mr. Thiel stated this is via quit claim deed. There would be a higher cost to keep it and fulfill the legal contract. They are going to give the parcel back over. The Aalders will cover the legal fees of approximately $525. A brief discussion continued.

A motion to approve Resolution No. 1397 was made by Chuck Becker with second by Richard Thiel.

Motion carries, 7–0.

BZA/Plan

1. Acceptance of Performance Letter of Credit Reduction for Rose Garden Phase 1 from $4,688,674.37 to $1,379,021.88

A motion to approve was made by Robert Carnahan with second by Mary Joan Dickson.

Motion carries, 7–0.

2. Acceptance of Performance Letter of Credit Reduction for Rose Garden Phase 2 from $1,118,343.44 to $566,849.69

A motion to approve was made by Mary Joan Dickson with second by Richard Thiel.

Motion carries, 7–0.

3. Acceptance of Performance Letter of Credit Reduction for Rose Garden Phase 3 from $1,478,288.97 to $434,790.88

A motion to approve was made by Robert Carnahan with second by Chuck Becker.

Motion carries, 7–0.

4. Acceptance of Maintenance Letter of Credit for Lakeside Subdivision, Unit 2, Block 1 in the Amount of $242,202.16 to Expire on May 15, 2029

A motion to approve Resolution No. 1396 was made by Robert Carnahan with second by Richard Thiel.

Motion carries, 7–0.

5. Acceptance of Maintenance Letter of Credit for Hanover School Corporation in the Amount of $33,959.75 to Expire on May 13, 2029

A motion to approve was made by Greg Parker with second by Richard Thiel.

Motion carries, 7–0.

6. Acceptance of Performance Letter of Credit for Hanover School Corporation (Detention Basin) in the Amount of $25,000 to Expire on May 13, 2027

A motion to approve was made by Greg Parker with second by Richard Thiel.

Motion carries, 7–0.

New Business

1. Board of Safety Matter

Julie Rivera made a motion to direct the Town Attorney to review the current Board of Safety roles and responsibilities in accordance with Indiana law. A second was made by Richard Thiel.

Motion carries, 7–0.

2. Authorization to Place Old Street Sweeper for Sale on GovDeals with Minimum Bid of $10,000

Mr. Kubiak explained they wanted to set the opening bid for the old street sweeper at $10,000. Recently, the put in approximately $25,000 in maintenance. It is working and functioning as it should right now. The new one is working well. A brief discussion continued.

A motion to approve was made by Richard Thiel with second by Chuck Becker.

Motion carries, 7–0.

3. Shades BC Subdivision Improvements Part-Time Construction Observation

Mr. Recupito explained the letter from Christopher B. Burke dated April 20, 2026 laying out the responsibilities for part-time construction observation. The proposal is for a not to exceed amount of $40,000.

A motion to approve was made by Robert Carnahan with second by Greg Parker.

Motion carries, 7–0.

4. Approval to Use Town Trademark for Flags

Mrs. Dickson stated the Town has a trademark. Only one Town flag was found and it is located at the pier. No one knows where it was printed. She asked for permission to have one printed for the upcoming Kobe Cup. She stated she would be purchasing it. She is asking for permission to use the Town's trademark.

A motion to approve was made by Greg Parker with second by Richard Thiel.

Motion carries, 7–0.

5. EMS Equipment Financing Award

Ms. Sandberg explained they previously approved for her to look for financing for the Stryker Equipment. She sent three requests and received three proposals as follows:

Ms. Sandberg stated the total cost of the equipment to be financed is $436,071.64. She recommended they move forward with DeMotte State Bank at the five-year term at an interest rate of 4.02%. That will be an annual payment with first payment in arrears. That payment will be made from Fund 801 – EMS Non-Reverting.

A motion to approve the recommendation of the Clerk-Treasurer as stated and giving her permission to sign the appropriate documents was made by Robert Carnahan with second by Mary Joan Dickson.

Motion carries, 7–0. Chief Mager thanked the Town Council and Clerk-Treasurer Sandberg.

6. Park Board Appointment

A motion to appoint Pamela Howard was made by Richard Thiel with second by Julie Rivera.

Motion carries, 7–0.

7. SouthCom AT&T 911

Ms. Sandberg explained this is a renewal of an existing contract for emergency communications for SouthCom. The Town is part of the PSAP with Schererville. Mr. Carnahan asked about an increase. Ms. Sandberg stated there is a slight increase of approximately $1,000. There are also one-time equipment upgrades. She stated she was told approximately $20,000 and they will see it on the true-up. A brief discussion continued.

A motion to approve was made by Greg Parker with second by Mary Joan Dickson.

Motion carries, 7–0.

8. General Contractor Regulation Amendment

Mr. Recupito stated he has had people call him that have tried to do work in town of their properties and the building department is following the Town's regulations and ordinances. They have been limited to what they can do or almost nothing on their properties because of the way that the ordinance is. At least not on their own without hiring a contractor. He stated they have a set of rules for owner occupied properties that allow people to improve their properties and maintain their properties. He stated he feels that as a community, if they want to get rid of blight and want to allow and see people fix up stuff, they ought to have the same rules across the board to incentivize and encourage people to fix up their stuff. They have an unsafe building commission that is tackling the blight. If they can amend something here, it would be an opportunity for them to open the doors for people to have a little bit more liberty and freedom to work on their properties and improve them. He stated that is his opinion on this. He stated he is not suggesting any special rules, just the same rules applied across the board. Mr. Recupito stated Tim has brought it up before. People complain about it. It is no fault of the building department. It is the way the ordinance is drafted. Mr. Kubiak stated he wanted to be clear. They are looking for any property you own, rental properties or owner-occupied properties, to be no contractor required. Mr. Recupito stated yeah. He is not looking at removing the contractor licensing requirements, but the rules that apply for owner-occupied he thinks ought to apply to non-owner occupied as well. Same rules, not different rules. He is not looking at drafting up anything different, just the same rules. Mr. Becker asked if just residential or is it to include commercial. Mr. Recupito stated they have had complaints about commercial property owners too. Mrs. Dickson asked what protects them that they are qualified to do the repairs. Mr. Thiel stated it would still require a permit. Mr. Parker stated the permit and the inspections. Mr. Recupito stated what he is proposing is not to remove the permitting process. They would still have to go in and get a permit and it would still have to be inspected. The inspectors would make sure the stuff is done right. Mr. Recupito stated if it is not done right, you would red tag them and they pay a reinspection fee. He stated that happens probably often, even with licensed contractors doing work. That would be the protection. Mrs. Dickson stated she would not want to rent a building from somebody who did electrical who is not qualified to do electrical. Mrs. Rivera asked if it would change any of the fees for permits. Mr. Recupito stated all he wanted to see is the same rules applied across the board. Not affecting the fees or licensing requirements for contractors. Mr. Thiel stated at some point they do need to revisit the fees on stuff like that. Just for the amount of administrative work that goes behind stuff. That is separate from this. Mr. Recupito stated the stuff that was brought to their attention about the state law change might make all that a moot point with where the money goes. But it still needs to be looked at. Mr. Recupito indicated to Attorney Austgen that he knows what he is presenting and asked if that is something that the Council can handle. Mr. Austgen's response was inaudible. Mr. Kubiak stated he had a couple quick questions. Some things he has experienced. He stated a lot of the people that own rental properties are in LLC's and/or Realty and they are actually the owners of the property at a point in time. It is not an actual person. It is an LLC or a company or business. Mostly all the houses in the new neighborhoods like Lakeside and Beacon, all the lots are owned by the builders until they are sold at closing. All the general contractors in Lakeside and Beacon, those people are actually building their own houses for people because they own them during the process. He stated he gets what he is saying for maintenance but there are a lot of things that would fall into this category such as all that. Mr. Recupito asked wouldn't he think that nothing would change with those outfits. They are going to be operating just as they were before. They are hiring licensed contractors and they are general and stuff themselves. Mr. Kubiak stated there would not be any need to be a licensed general contractor any longer. Mr. Thiel asked if there was a need for clarification. He stated he understood the maintenance like a roof or siding but he sees new construction differently especially in a development. Mr. Parker stated new construction would be exactly different. Any kind of construction would be different. Mr. Recupito stated he understands new construction but he feels like if they get into the weeds and start saying well this applies or that applies, now they open it up to interpretation. Where if you decide that new construction, it does not apply, the loosening up of regulations. Mr. Parker stated he thinks the word construction itself covers that. He stated if you are making a home improvement or maintaining a property, that is different than construction. They can go all over the place with what construction is. He stated his view is if the house exists and they are not changing the footprint, that is not construction. That is home improvement, repair, or maintenance. Construction is an entirely different situation. It is covered by the word construction. Mr. Thiel discussed being on unsafe commission and seeing what Tim states with things being an LLC. There was a house that needed a lot of work. The individuals lived out of state. He asked how do they do that because they would be hiring someone to do it. Mr. Parker stated they would still hire someone to do it. Most people are still going to hire a contractor. Mr. Thiel clarified they would still need to be licensed with the Town. They would not be a general. Mr. Parker stated correct. If the goal is to eliminate blight and get things improved and updated, there should not be roadblocks in the way. Mr. Recupito stated he read through the entire ordinance 566 and the ordinance is seven or eight pages. There is a little spot that has exemptions on it. The rest of it he tends to agree with. As far as licensing for contractors and that. What he is proposing is giving people the ability to do home improvement tasks and take care of their houses by themselves or maintenance. He stated they are always regulating people. He thinks it is time to start to deregulate and give people freedom to do so. Mr. Parker stated they might sell more building permits.

Mr. Parker made a motion to authorize and approve the action steps described which is to remove the general contractor requirement for rental properties and second homes. He asked if he needed to be that clear and stated probably. Mr. Carnahan asked about businesses and discussed the bike shop owner wanting to do work. Mr. Parker stated yeah it was maintenance work. He would say businesses too. Mr. Recupito reiterated across the board. Mr. Parker stated the actions steps described which are the things he just described pending presentation of and adoption of an ordinance. Mr. Austgen asked something inaudible. Mr. Parker stated the general contractor requirement is removed from that ordinance, 566. From that section. Mr. Recupito stated there was a motion made by Mr. Parker to authorize and approve action steps described pending presentation and adoption of ordinance. Mr. Recupito stated to sum up, this would be to remove the general contractor requirement from ordinance 566. A second was made by Richard Thiel.

Motion carries, 6–1.

Update Items

1. Comprehensive Plan

Mrs. Dickson stated last week she met with the business organizations in the community, faith-based organizations, and the schools. They have an opportunity to share what their agency provides for the community, what they may need from our community, and what it may look like years from now. There is still an opportunity for any of those agencies to participate and take the survey.

2. Sewer System Development Charge

Sue Haase stated they previously discussed the updating of the sewer system development charge for new development or new construction. It does not have anything to do with existing customers. She stated she used the actual cost they are incurring on the westside sanitary sewer interceptor project. Additional treatment capacity that is being set forth by Lowell. It is offset with system development charges already collected. A lot of it has been used to pay down and pay for the interceptor. It is not going to be totally enough at this point in time. For the calculation, they have used two million gallons per day capacity divided by the individual residential customer gallons per day. They came up with a charge for an equivalent residential customer of $5,537. Right now, that is listed and judged on a waterline size. Typically, they have not provided water. They are now. It was used when initially starting sewer system development charges prior to 2009. She discussed the typically line sizes that are seen. There is a multiple based on flow ratio which is based on information from the American Water Works Association. Flow ratio was chosen due to water lines. The development charges are a calculation of that. This brings it to more current costs incurred for capacity. This is growth paying for growth. Mr. Carnahan stated currently it is $3,500. A brief discussion continued on next steps and directing the Town Attorney to prepare the ordinance for a future Town Council meeting.

3. Food Truck License

Mr. Recupito stated in the packet is a draft food truck license. He asked Mrs. Horta to place it in the packet for discussion. His only concern is the current brick and mortar businesses in Town. He wants to make sure they are okay with it. That is something he spoke with Mrs. Dickson about was that concern. Mrs. Dickson stated the Chamber has had conversations over the years. As long as there is a fee, to go back into the Town's funds, since they are not paying taxes. She stated there are some things after her review of it. She asked if they wanted her to share them with Mrs. Horta or share them now. Mrs. Dickson stated additional contact information is very important. Also, it says a valid driver's license and it should say state ID too. She stated there is no location of where it will be operating at. The address on the bottom says 7148 and should be Town Hall at 7408. The other thing she questioned is the letter of approval from the Town Park Department. Mrs. Ray thanked her for bringing that up. She was wondering what her department had to do with food trucks. Mr. Thiel stated it is a sample from another community. In the past, food trucks went under a special event permit. It technically is not a special event. This falls under the transient merchant ordinance they have. That would have to change and this be in it as a subsection. Mrs. Dickson stated they would take the parks stuff out. She stated this is not relating to the people selling corn or meat in the back of the truck. Mr. Thiel stated that is right. Mrs. Horta did state that new rules are coming in 2027. All of that will be taken into consideration as well. Mr. Recupito stated he is okay with those changes. He would not mind if Council gave Mrs. Dickson the blessing to work with Mrs. Horta. Mrs. Ray stated it does not say anything about fire marshal inspections. If they are permitting something of this nature, they better make sure they are doing the proper inspections. She asked about a quick look from all department heads during a department head meeting. She discussed getting input to bring something to present. The Department of Parks has a vendor agreement that has been vetted by the legal team. She believes something like this should be vetted by legal. Mr. Thiel discussed it being previously under a special event permit and police and fire having to sign off on it. He stated this is a subsection of either special event or transient merchant. He discussed cleaning up things between type of business and things being sold. This is just a draft to get a basic idea. Ms. Sandberg stated the form says draft but she believes it is a little premature. The discussion they need to have is whether or not they are updating Chapter 111 of the Town Code, which is Peddlers, Transient Merchants, and Solicitors or if they are updating that special event permit. Mr. Thiel stated he thinks clarification on special event. A charity bike run kind of thing needs notification as a special event. Discussion continued on separation. Ms. Sandberg discussed needing to clean-up the ordinance first. Mr. Recupito asked about keeping it as an update discussion item while they get through that.

Reports

Town Council

Mr. Carnahan apologized in advance of the next evening's Plan Commission meeting. He stated he will not be in attendance. The American Legion will have a Memorial Day service on May 26, 2026. They will start at 8:00AM. They will travel around and perform a twenty-one-gun salute. The parade will start at 10:00AM at Dairy Belle. It will end on Fairbanks with a service and the memorial. Project Love Food Pantry will be open tomorrow. Mrs. Rivera congratulated Bill Fisher on his retirement from the Police Department. Mrs. Dickson reported the Chamber of Commerce will hold their Kids Free Fishing Derby on June 6, 2026 at the chamber building from 8:00AM to noon. She reported she has been attending an opportunity with the Legacy Foundation is offering a grant to open a community area. She has been attending the meetings with Gayle Brannon. She stated they are in desperate need of a location for kids to play safely. She is hoping they obtain partners to come up with a common goal for the community. Mrs. Dickson continued to discuss the needs and goals of the grant opportunity. Mr. Recupito stated Ms. Sandberg was in receipt of some communication a couple weeks ago from the leadership of the Hickory Property Owners Association about a town owned parcel. The association asked what the Town is doing with the property. Ms. Sandberg stated it was originally brought to her with an invoice for dues for the POA on 136th. She is bringing it to them to decide what they want to do with the parcel. Mr. Recupito asked if they want to put it as a resolution and dispose of it. Mr. Becker discussed the size of the lot. Mr. Carnahan stated the residents could go use it because it is their property. Mr. Recupito stated it is a liability. He asked which way they want to go. Mr. Becker asked if it needed to be appraised. Mr. Austgen's response was inaudible. Mr. Recupito and Mr. Austgen went back and forth. A majority of the response was inaudible. Mr. Carnahan stated they need to try and get rid of it. They need to gather information. A brief discussion continued on getting rid of the parcel. Mr. Thiel reported on Muir Woods and the storm drain issues. Mr. Kubiak stated he has not heard from Steiner Homes. There were some family issues. He discussed with an individual from Steiner Homes the requirement of the final inspection and occupancy that needs to be received. It is known it is a requirement. Mr. Thiel discussed the sediment dewatering facility. Christopher Burke was keeping an eye on things. He was wondering if they need to give instruction. Mr. Kubiak stated it should be fairly low. He discussed the recent storms and overflow. Mr. Thiel stated his thought was there was never remediation figured in with that project. He discussed doing soil borings out there to check and getting Christopher Burke to give them an update on the site. Mr. Thiel stated he received a phone call from the Building Department on MS4 fines. Suggested fines come from the engineer to the Town Manager for processing. They do not have that at this time. The Building Department is looking for direction. There are two areas of concern. No feedback or recommendation has been made. Discussion continued on the fines and figures presented. Mr. Kubiak stated usually there is a collaboration based on the situation. They are trying to be consistent. They were looking into structuring the MS4 fines and offenses. They really need to move that forward. Mr. Thiel asked him to distribute that proposal to the Town Council.

Town Attorney

No report.

Clerk-Treasurer

Ms. Sandberg reported last month she took over the ERC duties back for the NIRPC/INDOT projects. All the quarterly reports have been updated. The 133rd Avenue Reconstruction Project is moving forward. Final tracings were recently submitted. The project is scheduled for a September letting. The next step is an RFP (request for proposal) for construction observation. The sidewalk project from the Cline Avenue roundabout to the Town Grounds is moving forward. The Town recently received additional preliminary engineering funds of approximately $400,000. She stated she will be working on the first submittal under the new PO (purchase order). The last PO was only for $110,000 and that was expended last spring. It has been over a year. VS Engineering is moving towards stage two of all phases and environmental is also moving forward. The reimbursement voucher was recently submitted for the Electric Vehicle Project. That is the Tesla for the Police Department. The equipment installed will also be submitted for reimbursement. Those documents are not yet completed. She reported they just received the purchase order from the State for the Shades BC Project. She was recently notified that the Town is required to submit an annual operations report. This is related to the Town's streets. She is working with Christopher B. Burke Engineering to complete that as there is a certification of road mileage. It is budget time. Legislative changes are making things more difficult. She stated she will be reaching out to Crowe for an engagement agreement. Mr. Carnahan asked her to comment on the building and construction fees. Ms. Sandberg stated last week was the Budget Workshop and Clerk-Treasurer's School. They learned that building and planning fees are no longer allowed to go into the General Fund. They are to be put into a dedicated fund only for those revenues and expenses related to building and planning. Unfortunately, that is a loss of cash flow to the General Fund of the Town. That is a significant amount. The General Fund is basically property taxes and miscellaneous revenues. The building and planning fees are some of the biggest revenues annually to the General Fund. That essentially floats them as they wait for the June and December property tax disbursements. Not 100% what that will look like moving forward. That is why she wants to engage with Crowe as well. Mrs. Rivera asked if this change was something the legislators voted on. Ms. Sandberg stated yes. She does not yet know which bill or house enrolled act it falls under. Mrs. Rivera stated she felt this was coming out of nowhere. Mr. Carnahan stated it will affect police and fire. Ms. Sandberg stated police, fire, parks, and IT. Pretty much everyone. A brief discussion continued. Mr. Becker asked Ms. Sandberg about contacting NIRPC regarding the delayed Shades project that was supposed to be done by July. Ms. Sandberg stated she thought everything with Shades Phase Two was moving accordingly. Mr. Carnahan discussed being able to apply for future CCMG opportunities. If that was not finished, they could not apply. Ms. Sandberg stated she has not been copied on any emails discussing anything. Mr. Kubiak stated everything is good to move forward with the next project. A brief discussion continued.

Director of Operations

Mr. Kubiak thanked everyone for the flags. Over the years, they have tried to make the poles and mounting more manageable. They are going to try to make them last for more than a month. He discussed the upkeep of the flags. They are trying to make them presentable. Mr. Thiel asked about the street sweeper going on GovDeals and if they would be getting rid of one of the trucks being replaced. Mr. Kubiak stated they will be getting one of them. They want to remove some equipment first. He anticipates this item being on the next agenda. Discussion continued on trucks.

Police Department

Chief Gruszka congratulated Bill Fisher on retirement. He reported on the monthly activity report. He discussed the department being busy with ebikes. A minor pursuit occurred with one yesterday. They continue to work on the out of State license plates. The electric vehicle has been picked up. He stated it is parked out back and is an impressive vehicle. The Safe Coalition Grant was submitted for K9 activities. On Friday the department gave a tour to the MacArthur 3rd Grade class. Next Friday, the District One Banquet will be held. Officer Dills will be receiving a Life Saving Award. They will attend to be there in support and will have additional manpower on the street that day. It is quite an honor. In his twenty-eight years, he has never seen what she did in that one hour. Cops and Bobbers is still being worked on. They are looking at possibly September 26th. Today they completed firearms training. He briefly discussed the process and training. On May 30th, they will conduct testing for the police applicants. This includes the physical and written tests. Last Friday they participated in Cop on a Roof fundraiser at Dunkin Donuts. They raised over $7,000. Mr. Carnahan discussed the Protecting K9 Heroes event on June 7th at the Knights of Columbus.

Fire Department

Chief Mager announced May 17th to 23rd is EMS week. He stated everyday he is thankful for the Firefighter/EMTs and Firefighter/Paramedics within our community. He discussed their role and the vital work they provide the community. He reported on the monthly operations and training reports.

Parks Department

Mrs. Ray thanked the community garden volunteers and the Parks crew. Park programming is gearing up. She discussed a new art camp and yoga on the lake. They are conducting voting for the movie in the park events. The Parks Department will be at the Farmers Market this year.

Written Communication

1. Building Department Report – Mr. Recupito discussed the total permits year to date.
2. Christopher B. Burke Report – Mr. Carnahan briefly discussed future roadway improvements.

Public Comment

Barbara Littles, 9602 W 135th Place, stated she believes they all know why she is present. She stated she assumes they have all watched the most recent Board of Safety meeting. She read to them from a letter in regards to the Board of Safety and recent actions. She spoke of a divide among the Board of Safety and public safety employees. She voiced concerns with morale, recruitment, and retention. She stated confidence in the board is damaged. She talked about accountability and cooperation. She asked the board to reset their priorities. She voiced concerns with social media posts regarding the Board of Safety. She voiced concerns with how she was spoken to at the last Board of Safety meeting by a fellow board member.

Desiree Csikos, 13660 Muir Street, stated she wanted to make sure everybody knows that nothing has happened yet. She voiced concerns with the delay as discussed in Mr. Kubiak's early report. She asked about the occupancy. She asked if something was presented and all agreed on it, would they get occupancy right then. Mr. Recupito stated it should be completed. They are not supposed to have occupancy until it is completed. Mr. Kubiak stated it needs to be signed off and inspected by Christopher Burke. Mrs. Csikos stated she asked at the site if it would be okay if they would present something else as things have changed on the lot. Mr. Thiel stated they are still going through with revision four. Mrs. Csikos stated she wants to be able to, she asked, if she could have it cross reviewed with her engineer. To make sure it is the best way. She voiced concerns with what has occurred until now. She wants to make sure that she is able to cross review. Mr. Thiel stated he does not believe that was part of the situation with going and redesigning the whole thing. Mrs. Csikos voiced concerns of wash out. She asked what a swale would do. Mr. Thiel stated it is hard to see on the images. He discussed everything done to stop erosion. Mrs. Csikos continued to voice concerns with the water. She asked if they would have a say in how their property is fixed. Mr. Thiel did not understand. Mrs. Csikos stated as far as revision four. She asked if they have to take it or leave it. Mr. Thiel stated that was part of the agreement in the beginning. Mr. Kubiak stated he was in communication with everybody. Everybody agreed. It is town drainage and the Town engineers have approved the design. Mrs. Csikos asked if it is Town drainage why would they not fix it. She asked why Steiner is fixing it. Mr. Thiel stated that was part of the agreement. Steiner is responsible for fixing is because it is part of the drainage plan on the new construction. Mr. Kubiak stated the problem was on the lot. The lot was unbuildable until the drainage was figured out. The drainage system was proposed to repair by Steiner; it was approved after the fourth revision by the Town engineer. That is still the case. Luke met with everyone on site. He is still confident with revision four. Mr. Steiner agreed to provide a five-year guarantee on the work. He knows it has to be in place also for his occupancy and final inspection. Mr. Kubiak stated he does not know what else to say or do. He feels they are at the eleventh hour. He stated they keep getting more rain. He knows her concerns are still there. He gets it. He is confident it will be taken care of. Mr. Recupito asked Mrs. Csikos what she is asking for. Mrs. Csikos asked for actual action as nothing has happened. She stated Ben talked about someone armoring the ditch. Mrs. Csikos continued to voice concerns. A very lengthy discussion continued on the concerns expressed regarding completion of revision four and proper completion guarantee.

Larry Goff, asked who is the single point of contact from this day forward. Mr. Kubiak stated it is going to be him. Mr. Goff discussed the length of the matter and the matter getting kicked down the road. Mr. Kubiak stated he has been doing the best he can for both parties involved. Mr. Goff voiced concerns with the permit getting passed. He stated he wants the single point of contact. The person they can hold responsible. Mr. Recupito stated Tim is the guy. Mr. Kubiak stated he has the whole time. Mr. Goff stated he has seen nothing has happened. Mr. Thiel discussed the expected closing date. He stated it all comes down to revision four being done and guaranteed. The closing will not happen if those things are not met. Mr. Thiel stated it is clear there would be no final inspection. There will be no occupancy. He stated the Steiner's understand that and so do the homeowners. Mr. Goff continued to voice concerns with the lack of letter for the guarantee. Mr. Thiel stated it is an added item. A lengthy discussion continued on the matter.

Linda Jamison, 13402 Madison Avenue, stated she was here about a year ago regarding flooding in her yard. She is located in Summer Winds. She backs up to industrial park. She stated her neighbor shared pictures with them. She stated his property floods but her yard is worse. The business behind built a parking lot on the easement. She voiced concerns with the parking lot and the ground sinking. She stated Mr. Oliphant and a couple guys came out and looked at it. No one ever came back. She asked about the business in back of them but no one ever came to check. She Mr. Parker asked about the business. Mr. Thiel stated Mr. Larry Turnquist's building. Mr. Parker stated that was there before the subdivision. Mr. Thiel discussed the development in Summer Winds and retention ponds being fuller with the addition of the houses. Mr. Thiel asked Mr. Kubiak when Mr. King last checked the outlet pipe. He discussed the flow of water in the area. Mr. Kubiak discussed the issues in the area. There are some issues. The drainage issues in the back of the properties. Mrs. Jamison stated the water drains for two weeks after rain. She discussed work done by her husband to drain the stagnant water. She continued to voice concerns. Mr. Thiel discussed the flow again. Mr. Kubiak discussed the potential for something being clogged up. He discussed it being almost always full. Mr. Thiel discussed where exactly businesses tie into for drainage. He discussed his business and retention. A lengthy discussion continued on the concerns discussed by Mrs. Jamison and rectifying the issues.

Adjournment

President Recupito called the meeting to adjournment at approximately 9:57 PM.