Board of Works

BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS AND SAFETY MINUTES June 21, 2022 Regular Session: The Board of Public Works and Safety met in regular session on Tuesday, June 21, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. in the Common Council Chambers. Members present were: Cindy Murray, Amy Moulton, Ron Shriner and Norm Childress. Absent: Gary Henriott Jacque Chosnek, City Attorney, was also present. Mrs. Murray called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was given to the flag of our Country. MINUTES Mrs. Moulton moved for approval of the minutes from the June 14, 2022 regular meeting. Mr. Childress seconded. Passed. BID OPENING Kossuth Street Resurface from 4th Street to Earl Avenue This being the time set to open bids for the Kossuth Street Resurface from 4th Street to Earl Avenue and the following bids were received and opened: Rieth-Riley Construction Lafayette, Indiana Base Bid: $2,983,193.80 Milestone Contractors, LP Lafayette, Indiana Base Bid: $2,494,715.00 Midwest Paving Noblesville, Indiana Base Bid: $1,585,631.75 Mr. Childress moved to take the bids under advisement for further review. Mr. Shriner seconded. Passed. NEW BUSINESS Engineering Permission to Advertise-Utility Emergency Repairs for 2022-2023 Jeromy Grenard, Public Works Director, presented to the Board and recommended approval of a Permission to Advertise for the Utility Emergency Repairs for 2022-2023. Publications are set to run on June 24 and July 1, 2022 with the bid opening on July 12, 2022. Mrs. Moulton moved for approval. Mr. Childress seconded. Passed. Board of Public Works and Safety June 21, 2022 Page 2 Economic Development Historic Demolition Permit-1440 South Street John Collier, Economic Development, presented to the Board and recommended approval of a Historic Demolition Permit for 1440 South Street. The property is within the St. Mary’s National Historic District. Mr. Collier stated that Lafayette Historic Preservation Officer, Dann Keiser, reviewed the request and determined that the loss of the structure would adversely affect the character of the national historic district. Therefore Mr. Keiser recommended that the 60-day waiting period be upheld along with structure being photographed and documented. Ann Ginda, adjacent property owner at 1431 Columbia Street, voiced her concerns about the proper abatement of lead and asbestos for the demolition along with what will be built in place of the old structure. Mrs. Chosnek stated that a demolition permit will need to be obtained and that proper procedures are in place for that action. Discussion ensued. Pamela Alter, property owner of 1440 South Street, stated that she will be rebuilding on the site while keeping the integrity of the neighborhood under the R2 designation and build a duplex that meets the standards of the neighborhood. Mr. Shriner moved to uphold the 60-day waiting period. Mrs. Moulton seconded. Passed. Historic Demolition Perimt-714 N. 18th Street Mr. Collier presented to the Board and recommended approval of a Historic Demolition Permit for 714 N. 18th Street. The property is within the Perrin National Historic District. Mr. Collier stated that Mr. Keiser reviewed the request and determined that the loss of the structure would adversely affect the character of the national historic district. Therefore Mr. Keiser recommended that the 60-day waiting period be upheld along with structure being photographed and documented. Mr. Shriner moved to uphold the 60-day waiting period. Mr. Childress seconded. Passed. Historic Demolition Permit-718 N. 18th Street Mr. Collier presented to the Board and recommended approval of a Historic Demolition Permit for 718 N. 18th Street. The property is within the Perrin National Historic District. Mr. Collier stated that Mr. Keiser reviewed the request and determined that the loss of the structure would adversely affect the character of the national historic district. Therefore Mr. Keiser recommended that the 60-day waiting period be upheld along with structure being photographed and documented. Mr. Shriner moved to uphold the 60-day waiting period. Mr. Shriner seconded. Passed. Parks Department Change Order #2-Columbian Park Restroom Project Claudine Laufman, Parks Superintendent, presented to the Board and recommended approval of Change Order #2 for the Columbian Park Restroom Project with HP Legacy, Inc. The change order is an increase in the amount of $4,658.50 which brings the revised contract amount to $717,479.50. The change order includes eliminating tree removal from the contract, change under slab insulation to lower density, credit for owner performing waterline and meter work, relocate existing electrical services and adding conduit installation for electrical services. Mr. Childress moved for approval. Mr. Shriner seconded. Passed. Board of Public Works and Safety June 21, 2022 Page 3 Purchasing Declaration of Surplus Property-Fleet Maintenance Dave Payne, Purchasing Director, presented to the Board and recommended approval of Declaration of Surplus Property for Fleet Maintenance that includes a Red 2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer VIN#1GNDT13S922397072 City ID#2297. Mr. Payne stated that the vehicle will be a trade-in on an upcoming purchase. Mr. Childress moved for approval. Mrs. Moulton seconded. Passed. Declaration of Surplus Property-Information Technology Mr. Payne presented to the Board and recommended approval of a Declaration of Surplus Property for Information Technology that includes 18 HP All-in-One computers. Mr. Payne stated that these items will be sold on GovDeals.com or recycled. Mrs. Moulton moved for approval. Mr. Childress seconded. Passed. CLAIMS Jeremy Diehl, Controller, presented for Board approval, Claims in the amount of $457,472.81. Mr. Childress asked a question on Page 10 regarding the Duke Energy for 9th & Kossuth Project Customer Contribution. Mr. Grenard stated that was to hold a pole in place during construction. Mr. Shriner moved for approval. Mrs. Moulton seconded. Passed. MISCELLANEOUS Special Event Request-Stars and Stripes Mrs. Murray presented to the Board and recommended approval of a Special Event Request for Stars and Stripes to on held on July 4, 2022 from 12:00noon to 12:00midnight at Riehle Plaza, Big 4 Depot and Downtown Lafayette. Mrs. Murray noted that the fireworks will be let off at the Water Works Plant due to the construction on State Road 43 in West Lafayette. Mrs. Moulton moved for approval. Mr. Shriner seconded. Passed. Special Event Request-Independence Day Parade Mrs. Murray presented to the Board and recommended approval of a Special Event Request for the Independence Day Parade to be held on July 4, 2022 from 10:00am-12:00noon on Main Street from Alabama Street to Wallace Avenue. Mrs. Moulton moved for approval. Mr. Shriner seconded. Passed. Special Event Request-Wabash Riverfest 5K Amy Krzton-Presson, Event Representative, presented to the Board and recommended approval of a Special Event Request for the Wabash Riverfest 5K Water Drop Race to be held on July 9, 2022 from 7:00am-12:00noon on the John T. Myers Bridge and the Heritage Trail. Mr. Childress moved for approval. Mrs. Moulton seconded. Passed. Board of Public Works and Safety June 21, 2022 Page 4 Special Event Request-Joint Religious Service Andrew Guthrie, Event Representative, presented to the Board and recommended approval of a Special Event Request for the Joint Religious Service to be held on July 3, 2022 from 7:30am-1:00pm located on the 300 Block of N. 6th Street between North Street and Ferry Street. Mr. Shriner moved for approval. Mrs. Moulton seconded. Passed. Time: 9:19 a.m. Animal Appeal Hearing-Tyler Beach BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS AND SAFETY ANIMAL APPEAL MINUTES June 21, 2022 Appeal Hearing: The Board of Public Works and Safety met on Tuesday, June 21, 2022 at 9:20 a.m. in the Common Council Chambers. Members present were: Ron Shriner, Cindy Murray, Amy Moulton and Norm Childress. Absent: Gary Henriott Jacque Chosnek, City Attorney, was also present. Mrs. Murray called the meeting to order. Animal Control Appeal Hearing-Tyler Beach Mrs. Chosnek gave a brief description of the procedure for this hearing. Mrs. Chosnek stated that the Board has received copies of incident reports by both LPD and Animal Control Officer (ACO)’s. Mrs. Chosnek stated that the owner of Hilo is Tyler Beach. Mrs. Chosnek stated that Mr. Beach is not present for the hearing. Animal Control Officer (ACO) Sarah Goans stated that Mr. Beach has owned Hilo for roughly 1 month and claims to have received the dog from someone in the area of Lafayette Transitional Housing Center (LTHC). ACO Goans met Mr. Beach the day after he got the dog at which time the dog was very healthy and alert. Since then the ACO’s have had several interactions with Mr. Beach and during these interactions the dog’s health had continued to deteriorate that included losing weight and becoming lethargic. Hilo was picked up and taken to Almost Home Humane Society (AHHS) on May 23, 2022 by another ACO because Hilo was left tied to a post alone. ACO Goans recognized the dog as Hilo and then got in contact with Mr. Beach. The ACO’s advised Mr. Beach where he could pick his dog up from. Mr. Beach picked the dog up on the 5th day of being at the AHHS. Mr. Beach was given a new leash and was given a care ordinance sheet with the expectations of being a pet owner. ACO Goans stated that 3-4 days later she came in contact again with Mr. Beach because he left the dog tied to a community garden near Erie and Cincinnati Streets. Hilo had no access to water or shelter and was tied up with a 4-foot leash in hot weather. ACO Goans called Mr. Beach and asked him to come back to where Hilo was tied up at and explained to Mr. Beach that this was unexpectable. Mr. Beach was given about 12 hours to obtain dog food for the dog, water dish and an appropriate length tie-out for the dog. Mr. Beach did meet those requirements but then LPD and ACO’s had more interactions with Mr. Beach within the following week. The dog’s health continued to decline and had visibly lost weight. ACO Goans stated that on June 7, 2022 LPD Officers were called from a check wellbeing on Mr. Beach and Hilo. At that time ACO Bottoff and ACO Goans accompanied the LPD Officers where Hilo was-Hilo was in even worst condition including being lethargic, had nasal discharge, couldn’t hold eyes open very well, seemed to have possible neurological issues going on which Board of Public Works and Safety June 21, 2022 Page 5 kept him from walking well. ACO’s made the determination to seize Hilo at that time for fear that the dog would decline further or even pass away. Hilo was taken to AHHS where he received care, fluids and antibiotics. The following day Hilo had made a good recovery. During the time when Hilo was being seized, Mr. Beach was explained the appeal process. Mrs. Chosnek confirmed with ACO Goans that when Hilo was originally taken to AHHS in late May and then seized him on June 6, 2022 at in-take Hilo has lost a significant amount of weight just during that couple of week time period. ACO Goans confirmed that from May 23 to June 7 Hilo has lost 10 pounds. ACO Goans stated that the dog was made a full recovery with rest, food, water and adequate care. Mrs. Chosnek stated that it’s the ACO’s belief that Mr. Beach is unable to care of Hilo and provide him his basic needs. Discussion ensued regarding Mr. Beach’s behavior, failed attempts of caring for the dog, and false claims made about AHHS. Mr. Shriner moved to deny the appeal. Mr. Childress seconded. Denied. Time: 9:30 a.m. BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS AND SAFETY Cindy Murray s/s President Pro-Tem ATTEST: Mindy Miller Riehle s/s Mindy Miller Riehle, 1st Deputy Clerk Minutes written by Mindy Miller Riehle, 1st Deputy Clerk *A digital audio recording of this meeting is available in the Lafayette City Clerk’s Office or online at http://www.lafayette.in.gov/agendacenter. **A list of all permits issued for the preceding week is available at http://www.lafayette.in.gov/DocumentCenter/Index/375