Board of Public Works and Safety

MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS AND SAFETY CITY OF HOBART, LAKE COUNTY, INDIANA July 3, 2013 Call to Order – Moment of Silence: Mayor Snedecor called the meeting to order at 10:01 a.m. followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll Call: The following members were present: Mayor Snedecor, Mr. Lain and Mr. Ehrhardt. Also present: Attorney DeBonis, Clerk-Treasurer Longer and C-T Admin. Asst. Trish White. Reading of Minutes: Motion by Mr. Lain, seconded by Mr. Ehrhardt, to accept and approve the Regular Meeting minutes of June 19, 2013 as presented. All aye, motion carried. (3-0) Correspondence: Mr. Snedecor stated he wanted to recognize the HFD for a job well done. June 27th station 3 was called to respond to 2 cardiac arrests. They were able to resuscitate both patients and he wanted to thank Lt. Papka, Private Ashlock, Haney and Powell for an outstanding job of public service. Mr. Lain congratulated the Ehrhardt family for being selected by the Chamber of Commerce to be the July 4th Grand Marshall Family opening this year's parade. Mr. Snedecor wanted to acknowledge that Jeff White has submitted a letter of retirement from the HPD he wants to congratulate Jeff on his retirement and noted that his letter would be on record. Motion by Mr. Lain, seconded by Mr. Ehrhardt, to acknowledge Mr. White's letter of retirement starting September 2, 2013. All aye, motion carried. (3-0) 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: Mr. Snedecor stated he wanted to add a disciplinary action of the HPD. Attorney DeBonis stated this is regarding Dave Grissom, an insubordination action resulting in a 2 days suspension imposed by Police Chief Zormier. Mr. Grissom has asked for this Board to review this action, and it is his recommendation to deny this request. The Board was provided a copy of the officer’s request. Motion by Mr. Ehrhardt, seconded by Mr. Lain, to deny the request of further review and to sustain the Chief’s decision. All aye, motion carried. (3-0) Motion by Mr. Lain, seconded by Mr. Ehrhardt, to approve the agenda. All aye, motion carried. (3-0) Unfinished Business: Staff Update: Order to Comply: Robert Berndt re: 6851 Grand Blvd.: Officer Gaglardi stated that there have been substantial improvements made to the property. The floor has been sanded, new window casings, 1st coat of paint in living quarters has been applied. The problem remains with the well, mold and the furnace. Mr. Lain stated July 17, 2013 this Board has the right to extend the deadline by another 30 days if so desired, noting that the home cannot be lived in without running water. Mr. Hannigan added that getting the well in working order is a priority as clean up that is necessary in order to have inspections done cannot take place without running water. Board of Works Minutes: July 3, 2013 1 New Business: CDBG: Ramp Initiative 2012-2013: Pay Estimate #2 Hook’s Concrete & Construction Co.: Mr. Dammarell was present he stated this is for the sidewalks along 3rd and $26,842.35 is the City portion that is not eligible for the grant. Motion by Mr. Lain, seconded by Mr. Ehrhardt, to approve payment of estimate #2 in the amount of $51,436.78 of that amount $26,842.35 will come from local funds as this amount is not part of the grant money. All aye, motion carried. (3-0) Development of a standardized Policy Manual for HPD: REM Management Services: Police Chief Zormier stated the last official update of the manual was in 1993, updates have been made throughout the years but this would be in its entirety. This would make the manual more simplified for a better understanding by officers. Motion by Mr. Lain, seconded by Mr. Ehrhardt, to accept and approve the REM contract at the cost not to exceed $19,000 and training not to exceed $1,500.00. All aye, motion carried. (3-0) Announcements: Mr. Snedecor wished everyone a safe and Happy 4th of July, the parade to start at 10:00 a.m. music at the park 6:30 p.m. and fireworks at dusk. 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 10:41 a.m. ____________________________ ______________________________ SECRETARY PRESIDING OFFICER Board of Works Minutes: July 3, 2013 2