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 |
| 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 |
| Greg Parker | Member, Ward 5 | I | 01/01/2024 | 12/31/2027 |
At-Large Members – Elected
| Name | Position | Party | Term Start | Term Expires |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richard Thiel | Vice President, At Large | R | 01/01/2024 | 12/31/2027 |
| Mary Joan Dickson | Member, At Large | D | 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
- John Gruszka – Police Chief
- Nick Mager – Fire Chief
- David Austgen – Town Attorney
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Opening Prayer
Roll Call
Presentation
Certificate of Recognition presented to Logan Geiger
Public Comment
(On agenda items only)
Consent Agenda
- Approval of Minutes – March 3, 2026 & March 17, 2026
- Claims: All Town Funds: $1,838,188.82; Wastewater Operating: $120,567.96; Water Utility: $82,542.92; Storm Water: $63,564.17; Payroll (06/18/26, 07/01/26, 07/02/26): $736,086.70
Ordinances & Resolutions
- Resolution No. 1400 – A Transfer Resolution
- Resolution No. 1401 – Amending Fire Department Hiring & Training Reimbursement Agreement
- Resolution No. 1402 – A Resolution of the Cedar Lake Town Council Authorizing and Approving the Disposal of Town-Owned Real Estate Located at 14525 Bell Street in the Town of Cedar Lake, Lake County, Indiana, and All Matters Related Thereto
BZA / Plan
- Acceptance of Performance Letter of Credit Extension for Cedar Lake Storage LLC, in the amount of $7,700.00, to expire August 1, 2026
New Business
- Utopia Sidewalks – Balancing Change Order #1
- Utopia Sidewalks – Pay Application #1
- Innkeepers Distribution to Previously Approved Organizations
- Acceptance of Crowe LLP Services Agreement
- Approval of Concrete Flatwork for the Cedar Lake Historical Association
- Consideration of Building Permit Fees Waived for Cedar Lake Historical Association Concrete Flatwork
Discussion Items
- Heart and Soul Update
- Food Truck License
- Sewer System Development Charge Update
Reports
- Town Council
- Town Attorney
- Clerk-Treasurer
- Town Manager
Written Communication
Public Comment
Adjournment
Press Session
Next Meeting
Next Town Council Meeting: Tuesday, July 21, 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.