Board of Public Works and Safety

MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS AND SAFETY CITY OF HOBART, LAKE COUNTY, INDIANA September 30, 2016 Call to Order/Pledge to the Flag: Mayor Snedecor called the meeting to order at 8:36 a.m. followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll Call: The following members were present: Mr. Lain, Mr. Ehrhardt and Mr. Snedecor. Also present: C-T Longer and Admin. Asst. C. Govert. Absent: Attorney DeBonis Reading of Minutes: Motion by Mr. Lain, seconded by Mr. Ehrhardt, to accept the minutes of the regular meeting of September 21, 2016 as presented. All aye, motion carried. (3-0) Correspondence: There was no correspondence. Approval of Register of Claim: Motion by Mr. Ehrhardt, seconded by Mr. Lain, to accept and sign the register of claims and payroll claims as presented. All aye, motion carried. (3-0) Approval of Agenda: Motion by Mr. Lain, seconded by Mr. Ehrhardt, to approve the agenda as presented. All aye, motion carried. (3-0) Unfinished Business: There was no unfinished business. New Business: Award of Bid: Hot In-Place Recycling (HIR) Pavement Projects: Mr. Gralik, City Engineer was present. He stated that the project will be funded by the Community Crossroads Grant. This type of paving process is used by both the County and INDOT. The bid request was distributed to 4 different companies with only 1 bid received. Mr. Gralik recommends approval to Gallagher Asphalt Corp. for the HIR paving project for 10th Street and Old Ridge Road. Motion by Mr. Lain, seconded by Mr. Ehrhardt, to approve and award contract to Gallagher Asphalt Corporation in the amount of $371,460.00 as submitted. All aye, motion carried. (3-0) Announcements: Mr. Ehrhardt asked if something could be done about the parking situation on Lincoln Street between 10th St. and 12th St. It is very narrow and driving becomes difficult getting through that area. Mr. Snedecor suggested that this matter be put on the agenda for the next regular meeting on October 19, 2016, so that Mr. Dubach and Mr. Gralik can discuss with staff and make recommendations. Mr. Snedecor said that the Ribbon Cutting at Firehouse #2 was a success and very well attended by the public, with over 200 in attendance. Mr. Hannigan, said that his staff has been working with RealAmerica and permitting is moving forward for the Senior Housing Apartment Project. Building permits will be issued next week. Mr. Snedecor said that the representative from RealAmerica was very complimentary of the staff he has been working with. Mr. Snedecor asked if there was anyone who wished to address the Board and there was no further response. Adjournment: Motion by Mr. Lain, seconded by Mr. Ehrhardt, to adjourn the meeting. All aye, motion carried. (3-0) The meeting adjourned at 9:05 a.m. . ______________________ ____________________________ SECRETARY PRESIDING OFFICER Board of Works Minutes: September 30, 2016 Special Meeting 1