Town Council Members
Ward Members – Elected
| Name | Position | Party | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Robert H. Carnahan | Ward 1 | R | 01/01/2023 – 12/31/2026 |
| Julie Rivera | Ward 2 | R | 01/01/2023 – 12/31/2026 |
| Nicholas A. Recupito | Ward 3, President | R | 01/01/2023 – 12/31/2026 |
| Chuck Becker | Ward 4 | R | 01/01/2024 – 12/31/2027 |
| Greg Parker | Ward 5 | I | 01/01/2024 – 12/31/2027 |
At-Large Members – Elected
| Name | Position | Party | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mary Joan Dickson | At-Large | D | 01/01/2024 – 12/31/2027 |
| Richard Thiel | At-Large, Vice President | R | 01/01/2024 – 12/31/2027 |
Clerk-Treasurer – Elected
| Name | Position | Party | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jennifer Sandberg, IAMCA | Clerk-Treasurer | R | 01/01/2024 – 12/31/2027 |
Staff
- Allen Sulski, Interim Police Chief
- Nick Mager, Fire Chief
- David Austgen, Town Attorney
Pledge of Allegiance
Opening Prayer
Call to Order
Roll Call
Presentation
- Swear In Police Officer: Jack Miedema
- Swear in Police Officer: Justin Salas
Public Hearing
- Ordinance No. 1534 – Y2027 Budget – First Reading
- Review of Notice
- Opening Remarks
- Reading of Ordinance No. 1534
- Remonstrators
- Town Council Discussion
- Town Council Decision
Proclamation
Fire Prevention Week
Public Comment
(On agenda items only) We ask that all comments be limited to 3 minutes per individual. Please keep your comments civil, constructive, and related to agenda items.
Consent Agenda
- Approval of Minutes – July 7, 2026
- Tag Day Reschedule for Hanover High School Cheer from September 19 to October 17, 2026 – Hanover High School Cheer needs to reschedule their Tag Day due to the weather on September 19. Their original rain date of October 3 conflicted with Homecoming.
- All Town Funds: $198,120.72; Wastewater Operating: $85,889.88; Water Utility: $59,618.15; Storm Water: $10,110.15; Payroll 09/24/26 & 10/01/26: $295,004.31
Ordinances & Resolutions
- Ordinance No. 1533
Cedar Lake/ Town Responsible Contractor Regulations Amendatory Ordinance (Amending Ordinance No. 462)- Deferred from July 21, 2026, August 4, 2026, August 18, 2026, September 1 and 15, 2026
Old Business
- Approval of Scoring Committee
Deferred from the September 15, 2026 meeting
New Business
- Announcement of new Interim Patrol Commander, Eric Godoy
- Consideration of Approval: Memorandum of Understanding for Animal Impound Services Between Lake County Sherrif's Office and the Town of Cedar Lake
- Direction to Department Heads Regarding Attendance and Participation in the 2026 Ethics Summit on October 27, 2026
- Approval for Cedar Lake Chamber of Commerce Jean Eberle Parade of Lights on November 21, 2026
- Change of Trick or Treat Hours
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm - Approval of placing metal signs for Lion's Club near existing "Welcome to Cedar Lake" signs
- Crown Point Community Foundation’s One-Million-Dollar Challenge Supporting Collaborator
Cedar Lake Historical Association
Discussion & Update Items
- FEMA
- Comprehensive Plan
- Museum Grant
- Rebuild Indiana
- Chicken Ordinance
Reports
- Town Council
- Town Attorney
- Clerk-Treasurer
Written Communication
Adjournment
Press Session
Next Meeting
- October 20, 2026, to follow the Utility Board Meeting
Public Comment
We ask that all comments be limited to 3 minutes per individual. Please keep your comments civil and constructive.
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.