Board of Public Works and Safety

MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS AND SAFETY CITY OF HOBART, LAKE COUNTY, INDIANA May 6, 2015 Call to Order/Pledge to the Flag: 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: Mr. Lain, Mr. Ehrhardt, and Mayor Snedecor. Also present: Clerk-Treasurer Longer, and Admin. Asst. C. Govert. Absent: Attorney DeBonis. Reading of Minutes: Motion by Mr. Lain, seconded by Mr. Ehrhardt, to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 15, 2015 as presented. All aye, motion carried. (3-0) Correspondence: Chief Zormier announced the appointment of James M. Gonzales to the position of Lieutenant, Investigative Services. He also announced the promotion of Officer Beaham and Officer Webber to the rank of Corporal. Mayor Snedecor announced the scheduling of an Executive Session of the Board of Public Works and Safety, on May 15, 2015 at 12:30pm in the Council Chamber. Approval of Register of Claims and Payroll Claims: Motion by Mr. Ehrhardt, seconded by Mr. Lain, to accept and approve the register of claims and payroll claims as presented. All aye, motion carried. (3-0) Approval of Agenda: Mrs. Longer requested the addition of Refund of Permit Fees Re: St. Joseph Pl. Mr. Snedecor requested that Resolution 2015-02 be tabled, and to remove the Discussion: PCC Rental Charges (long term leases) from the Agenda. Motion by Mr. Ehrhardt, seconded by Mr. Lain, to approve the agenda as amended. All aye, motion carried. (3-0) Unfinished Business: Review: Order to Comply (full compliance): Teleperformance/Americall Re: 1901 North Wind Pkwy. Scott Amo from Teleperformance was present. Chief Kerr is pleased with the progress. They are waiting for doors to arrive and should be finished soon. Motion by Mr. Ehrhardt, seconded by Mr. Lain, to set for Review at the May 20, 2015 meeting for full compliance. All aye, motion carried. (3-0) Review: Order to Comply: Charles Ramage, re: 1228 S. State St.: Mr. Ramage was present. NIPSCO is behind but hoping to have the gas meter out this week then the building can come down. Mike Hannigan confirmed that NIPSCO is the hold up. The Board will review at the May 20, 2015 meeting. Recommendation for 3-way stop signs: Lillian & Ohio Street intersection: HPD Chief recommended a 3- way stop. Councilman Mendez noted that there is definitely a need for this action. Motion by Mr. Ehrhardt, seconded by Mr. Lain, to approve installation of 3-way stop signs. All aye, motion carried. (3-0) New Business: Recommendation for removal of tree & hedge due to visual obstruction: Cleveland Ave. at Fraser Lane HPD Chief recommended removal of tree and hedges on City Easement due to vision restrictions. 33 residents signed a petition to have the tree and hedge removed. John Dubach said the tree is not on City Easement, it is on private property. Sue Moore, 212 Fraser Ln, was present and she stated that this is also a Board of Works Minutes: May 6, 2015 bus stop and a safety issue. Councilman Mendez also stated that water is a problem at that property. Motion made by Mr. Lain, seconded by Mr. Ehrhardt to authorize staff to take appropriate action to remediate the situation for public safety reasons. All aye, motion carried. (3-0) Request for Refund of HVAC Permit #20140160: to incorrect address: The Building Department issued permit to the wrong address. Motion made by Mr. Lain, seconded by Mr. Ehrhardt to approve the refund of permit #20140160. All aye, motion carried. (3-0) Consideration of 61st Avenue Enbridge Crossing Agreement: City Engineer Phil Gralik BF&S, and Attorney DeBonis reviewed the agreement and found it in order. The legal description was revised and corrected. Motion by Mr. Lain, seconded by Mr. Ehrhardt to approve the agreement. All aye, motion carried. (3-0) Refund of St. Joseph Pl. Plumbing Permits: 2 permits were issued to and paid by the contractor. This is a City project and these should have been no charge. Motion made by Mr. Lain, seconded by Mr. Ehrhardt, to approve the refunds. All aye, motion carried. (3-0) Announcements: Councilman Dave Vinzant, asked about Glenwood and Merrillville Heights neighborhoods replanting trees in the easements. John Dubach said that the Merrillville Heights neighborhood cannot replant because the easement is not large enough, however trees can be planted on the property owner’s side. Discussion followed regarding Ordinance changes needed. Adjournment: Motion by Mr. Lain to adjourn. All aye, motion carried. (3-0) The meeting adjourned at 4:55 P.M. ____________________________ ______________________________ SECRETARY PRESIDING OFFICER Board of Works Minutes: May 6, 2015