⚠ Amended Agenda Notice
This agenda has been amended since the original posting.
Amendment History:
Original Agenda – First Posting:
- Richard Thiel listed as Member, At Large without officer title
First Amendment – Posted May 30, 2026 at 8:52 AM (Current Version):
- CORRECTED: Richard Thiel listed as Vice President, At Large
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 | Member, 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 | Vice President, 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
Public Comment
(On agenda items only)
Consent Agenda
- Approval of Minutes – February 3, 2026 & May 6, 2026
- Claims: All Town Funds: $236,687.67; Wastewater Operating: $766,320.60; Water Utility: $324,262.86; Storm Water: $13,569.52; Payroll (05/21/26 and 06/01/2026): $304,319.77
Ordinances & Resolutions
- Ordinance No. 1523 – Amendment to Power and Authority of the Board of Safety
- Resolution No. 1398 – Disposal of Town-Owned Property, 7403 W. 136th Lane
BZA / Plan
- Acceptance of Performance Letter of Credit Renewal for Railside Business Park in the amount of $1,165,934.83, to expire June 16, 2027
New Business
- Pay Application #2 request from Rieth Riley for Shades Phase 2 Project
Update Discussion
- Food Truck License
Reports
- Town Council
- Town Attorney
- Clerk-Treasurer
- Town Manager
Written Communication
Public Comment
Adjournment
Press Session
Next Meeting
Next Town Council Meeting: Tuesday, June 16, 2026, to follow Utility Board Meeting at 6:30 PM
ADA Accessibility Notice
The Town of Cedar Lake is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who require certain accommodations in order to allow them to observe and/or participate in this meeting, or who have questions regarding the accessibility of the meeting or the facilities, are requested to contact the Clerk-Treasurer's office at (219) 374-7000 at least 48 hours before the meeting.