Board of Public Works and Safety

MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS AND SAFETY CITY OF HOBART, LAKE COUNTY, INDIANA June 19, 2013 Call to Order – Moment of Silence: Mayor Snedecor called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m. followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll Call: The following members were present: Mayor Snedecor, Mr. Lain and Mr. Ehrhardt. Also present: Clerk-Treasurer Longer and C-T Admin. Asst. Trish White. Absent: Attorney DeBonis. Reading of Minutes: Motion by Mr. Lain, seconded by Mr. Ehrhardt, to accept and approve the Regular Meeting minutes of June 5, 2013 as presented. All aye, motion carried. (3-0) Correspondence: Mr. Snedecor stated that the Summer Market is going well, stating last week there was the market, live music and a movie in the park, something for everyone. Mr. Snedecor has received a request for the Boards review regarding the 50/50 program from Sheri Poston: 724 Lake Street. She is interested in using the 50/50 program and was upset to hear that this year it was not in place. Mr. Snedecor stated that due to the State requirements, funds that would normally be used on such a program are now being used towards getting the City up to code with ADA compliances. Fire Chief Taylor stated this Saturday starting at noon, St. Baldrick’s will be at Fire Station 1, inviting anyone to come by. Mr. Fulton stated that there was a water awareness program at Festival Park this Saturday from 11-4. Approval of Claims: Motion by Mr. Ehrhardt, seconded by Mr. Lain, to accept and approve the claims lists and payroll claims lists as presented. All aye, motion carried. (3-0) Approval of Agenda: Addition to the Agenda: HPD requesting to add K-9 Butch to be accepted to the Hobart Police Department as an active working officer. Motion by Mr. Ehrhardt, seconded by Mr. Lain, to approve the agenda as amended. All aye, motion carried. (3-0) Unfinished Business: Staff Update: Order to Comply: Robert Berndt: re: 6851 Grand Blvd: Mr. Lain stated that a substantial amount of work has been done, at this time there is no heat or running water and the home would be required to pass inspections before occupancy could occur. Set for another BOW review update for July 3, 2013. Maintenance of properties: 331 and 341 N. Illinois St.: Mr. Snedecor stated that this property was mowed today and that the property is going to be maintained the residents. This item is resolved at this time and is being removed from the agenda. New Business: HPD requesting acceptance of K-9 Butch: Butch is an 11- month old black/sable German shepherd purchased from Baden K-9 of Canada with funds from a private donation. He has been assigned to Officer Kevin Garber Jr., he has had tracking and obedience training and will continue the rest of training Board of Works Minutes: June 19, 2013 1 under the supervision of Corporal Gresser. Motion by Mr. Lain, seconded by Mr. Ehrhardt, to accept K-9 officer Butch into the Hobart Police force. All aye, motion carried. (3-0) Request for speed enforcement & handicap warning signs: William Stearns, 309 W. 8th St.: Chief Zormier stated the recommendation of Captain Oliver is no additional speed limit signs however two additional handicap signs one on each side of the street, and additional patrol. Mr. Stearns addressed the board also presenting photos showing current signage. Mr. Snedecor thanked him for the additional information and stated that he and Mr. Dubach will get together and discuss placement of additional signage as needed in the area. Motion by Mr. Lain, seconded by Mr. Ehrhardt, to post 2 handicap in area signs. All aye, motion carried. (3-0) CDBG Ramp Initiative 2012-2013: Change Order #2: Katie Lemon with BF&S was present. She stated this change order is for extra work added to the contract to construct an alternate ADA compliant route to the Oak Savannah Trail. City Engineer Mr. Gralik stated this was necessary to ensure the trail was ADA compliant. Motion by Mr. Lain, seconded by Mr. Ehrhardt to approve change order #2 in the amount of $35,463.20 as presented. All aye, motion carried. (3-0) Announcements: Mr. Snedecor announced that Fire Chief Taylor would be moving from the Fire Department to the Police Department effective July 1, 2013. Brian Taylor has been working on the reserve officer program for approximately a year and a half now and has reached enough years to retire from the Fire Department and is going to switch over to the Hobart Police Force. Mr. Snedecor thanked Chief Taylor for all his ideas and the contribution he has been to the Fire Department and wished him much success on the Police Department. Discussion held regarding change of meeting time for the July 3rd meeting. Motion by Mr. Ehrhardt, seconded by Mr. Lain, to hold the July 3rd Board of Works Meeting at 10:00 a.m. All aye, motion carried. (3-0) Mr. Snedecor asked if anyone wished to address the Board there was no further response. Adjournment: Motion by Mr. Ehrhardt to adjourn. All aye, motion carried. (3-0) The meeting adjourned at 4:45 p.m. ____________________________ ______________________________ SECRETARY PRESIDING OFFICER Board of Works Minutes: June 19, 2013 2