Board of Public Works & Safety

REGULAR MEETING – June 16, 2014 The Board of Public Works and Safety of the City of Michigan City, Indiana, met in REGULAR SESSION on Monday morning, June 16, 2014 at the hour of 9:00 a.m., in the Council Chambers, in the City Hall Building, located at 100 East Michigan Boulevard, Michigan City Indiana – a regular meeting room of this Board. The meeting was called to order by President Steve Janus, who presided. Noted present: Steve Janus, Sharon Carnes and Michael Palmer (3). Absent: none (0). A QUORUM WAS NOTED PRESENT. Also noted in attendance: Donna Pappas, City Controller Russ Hatfield, Code Enforcement Officer Terry Borolov, Code Enforcement Officer Lt. Jeff Loniewski, M.C.P.D. Traffic Division Charles “Spike” Peller, City Engineer Skyler York, Asst. Planning Director Bob Zondor, Superintendent Central Services Ben Neitzel, Superintendent Central Maintenance SoJo Atwater, Human Rights Department Jim Michaels, Collection System Superintendent-Sanitary District Arber Himaj, Engineer-Sanitary District Gale Neulieb, City Clerk Kim Sliwa, Deputy City Clerk APPROVAL OF MINUTES President Janus asked if there were any corrections to the minutes of the Regular meeting of June 2, 2014. Vice-President Carnes made the motion to approve the minutes from the regular meeting of June 2, 2014. The motion was seconded by Michael Palmer and carried as follows: AYES: MEMBERS Janus, Carnes and Palmer (3). NAYS: None (0). Motion carries. OPENING OF BIDS – One (1) 2015 Tandem Dump Truck with Plow, Salt Spreader & Fixed Angle Underbody Scraper President Janus asked if there was anyone else present who wanted to submit a bid. There was no response. Vice-President Carnes made the motion to close the acceptance of bids for the 2015 Tandem Dump Truck. The motion was seconded by Michael Palmer and carried as follows: AYES: MEMBERS Janus, Carnes and Palmer (3). NAYS: None (0). Motion carries. Regular Meeting – June 16, 2014 Page 2 Michael Palmer informed the Board that three (3) bids were received as follows: 1) Truck City of Gary $199,276.00 2) Great Lakes Peterbilt $203,022.00 3) Pozzo Truck City $196,811.00 Michael Palmer made the motion to refer the bid packets to the appropriate departments for review, tabulation and recommendation at the next Board of Public Works and Safety meeting. The motion was seconded by Vice-President Carnes and carried as follows: AYES: MEMBERS Janus, Carnes and Palmer (3). NAYS: None (0). Motion carries. REQUEST FOR RUN – Blue Chip Casino Hotel and Spa is requesting to hold a Fun Run on Tuesday evenings at 6:30 p.m. on June 10, June 24, July 8, July 22 and August 5, 2014 The following correspondence was received in the City Clerk’s Office on June 10, 2014 from Jaime Morford, Compliance Manager, Blue Chip Casino: Type of Request: Fun Run In collaboration with several area athletic clubs, Blue Chip Casino will be hosting a Fun Run. Runners will register at The Game and exit Blue Chip property, running north on Center Street to Lake Michigan. They will follow the beach west to Washington Park and turn south on Parker Parkway through Fedder’s Alley back to Center Street. They will then follow Center Street south returning to Blue Chip Casino. Dates: Tuesday, June 10, 2014 Tuesday, June 24, 2014 Tuesday, July 8, 2014 Tuesday, July 22, 2014 Tuesday, August 5, 2014 Registration: 5:30 pm at The Game with the run starting promptly at 6:30 pm We anticipate all runners returning to Blue Chip Casino before 7:30 pm Runners will be asked to use sidewalks when available and will sign a release of liability waiver which will be kept on file. The number of runners will depend on the success of the event, however we anticipate approximately 20-50 people for each run. Lt. Jeff Loniewski, M.C.P.D. Traffic Division addressed the Board stating this is the same route that was used last year, and this year they will be using a combination of shift personnel, special operations group and traffic officers to work the event in order to eliminate any overtime that would occur on their part; recommending approval. Discussion ensued between the Board and Lt. Loniewski regarding the run that was held on June 10, 2014. Vice-President Carnes made the motion to approve the Blue Chip Casino and Hotel Fun Run for Tuesday evenings. Michael Palmer addressed the Board regarding a Certificate of Liability Insurance that will need to be filed in the City Clerk’s Office before the next run takes place. Vice-President Carnes amended her motion to include the presentation of the appropriate insurance documents. The motion was seconded by Michael Palmer and carried as follows: AYES: MEMBERS Janus, Carnes and Palmer (3). NAYS: None (0). Motion carries. Regular Meeting – June 16, 2014 Page 3 REQUEST FOR RUN – Johnny Stimley, Zoological Society is requesting to hold the annual 5k Run & Walk for the Washington Park Zoo on Saturday, July 12, 2014 from 9:00-10:00 a.m. The following correspondence was received in the City Clerk’s Office on June 4, 2014 from Johnny Stimley, Chair Zoological Society: The Zoological Society is requesting that Lakeshore Drive be closed on July 12 th from 9-10am. Due to road closing at Lake Ave we may have to change the course to Lake Shore Drive to Stop 14 and turn around to Nevada Ave Lt. Jeff Loniewski, M.C.P.D. Traffic Division addressed the Board stating this is a well- organized annual event; they will be using personnel from the EMA volunteers along with the Traffic Division to work the event which uses very little overtime; recommending approval. Johnny Stimley, Chair Zoological Society addressed the Board regarding the request; asking for approval. Mr. Stimley explained the Certificate of Liability Insurance is a blanket policy under the umbrella of the Summer Festival events. Mr. Stimley asked if the Lake Avenue work would be completed before the event, or if they would have to use an alternate route. Mr. Stimley explained the proposed route. Vice-President Carnes made the motion to approve the 5k run and walk for the Zoological Society on July 12, 2014. The motion was seconded by Michael Palmer and carried as follows: AYES: MEMBERS Janus, Carnes and Palmer (3). NAYS: None (0). Motion carries. REQUEST FOR ROAD CLOSURE – Michigan City Summer Festival Committee is requesting the closure of the northbound lanes of Franklin Street on Saturday, July 12, 2014 beginning at 4:00 p.m. for a car cruise starting at 3535 S. Franklin Street, then on to Pine Street to Washington Park The following correspondence was received in the City Clerk’s Office on June 5, 2014 from Mike Hale, Secretary Michigan City Summer Festival Committee: Hello, the Michigan City Summer Festival Committee requests the closure of northbound lanes of Franklin St. on July 12th, 2014. This would stretch from Al’s Grocery at 3535 S. Franklin St. to 4th Street and then on to Pine St. into Washington Park. Cruise time will start at 4pm, and last approximately an hour. We will have the Michigan City Fire Department on hand to assist, as well as many volunteers to help close off streets. For additional details, please contact the event chairman Dennis Schultz at 219-898-7207 or 219-874-6464. Thank you for your consideration. Lt. Jeff Loniewski, M.C.P.D. Traffic Division addressed the Board stating this is the same route as last year; the Michigan City Fire Department and the Wall Gang will be helping with blocking roads; recommending approval. Lt. Loniewski explained the northbound lanes of Franklin Street will be closed for the event as in the past. Michael Palmer made the motion to approve the Michigan City Summer Festival Committee request for the closure of the northbound lanes of Franklin Street on Saturday, July 12th from 4pm for the car cruise. The motion was seconded by Vice-President Carnes and carried as follows: AYES: MEMBERS Janus, Carnes and Palmer (3). NAYS: None (0). Motion carries. Regular Meeting – June 16, 2014 Page 4 REQUEST FOR ROAD CLOSURE – Leonardo Victory, 304 Grace Street requests the closure of Walker and Grace Street, Walker and Edward Street, Helen and Walker Street on Saturday, July 19, 2014 from 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. for the Eastport Residents Reunion The following correspondence was received in the City Clerk’s Office on June 12, 2014 from Leonardo Victory, 304 Grace Street: We past and present residents of the Eastport community hereby respectfully request the temporary closing of the below-mentioned streets. We request said closing for the purpose of a Eastport reunion in which all past and present Eastport residents reachable will be invited. We also state that our Eastport reunion committee are responsible well liked citizens of Michigan City and this event will be monitored by such. We further state that the Michigan City Police department are welcome and invited to attend. This event is based solely on community pride and celebration of life, and all laws will be observed and followed. This event will be a day of music and grilling. We seek the hours of 12:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and we ask for the barricading of Walker St. and Grace St.; Walker St. and Edward St.; Helen St. and Walker St., will provide illustration. The date we seek is July 19, 2014. Leonardo Victory, 304 Grace Street addressed the Board regarding the request; asking for approval. Lt. Jeff Loniewski, M.C.P.D. Traffic Division addressed the Board stating this event was held last year without any major problems; recommending approval. Michael Palmer addressed Mr. Victory explaining a “Certificate of Liability Insurance” naming the City of Michigan City as the insured would be need to be filed in the City Clerk’s Office prior to the event. Vice-President Carnes made the motion to approve the Eastport Residents Reunion street closure with the acceptance of their insurance liability policy. The motion was seconded by Michael Palmer and carried as follows: AYES: MEMBERS Janus, Carnes and Palmer (3). NAYS: None (0). Motion carries. REQUEST FOR SIGNAGE – Gearild J. George, 321 S. Dickson Street is requesting speed limit signs be posted along the 100 – 700 blocks of S. Dickson Street and “slow children playing” signs The following correspondence was received in the City Clerk’s Office on June 4, 2014 from Gearild J. George, 321 S. Dickson Street: Type of Request: Speed sign – slow kids playing 100 Block to 700 Block S. Dickson Street Lt. Jeff Loniewski, M.C.P.D. Traffic Division addressed the Board explaining as he has previously stated the manual on uniform traffic control devices does not recognize the “children playing” signs anymore; however, as far as the speed limit signs they would not be opposed to installing some in the locations requested. Charles “Spike” Peller, City Engineer addressed the Board and Lt. Loniewski stating the speed limit signs would need to be the same as the posted signs for that area. Lt. Loniewski stated the speed limit signs would be posted at “30 mph”, as the accident statics do not warrant lowering it. Regular Meeting – June 16, 2014 Page 5 Michael Palmer made the motion to approve the recommendation of the Traffic Division to add speed limit signs on S. Dickson Street. The motion was seconded by Vice-President Carnes and carried as follows: AYES: MEMBERS Janus, Carnes and Palmer (3). NAYS: None (0). Motion carries. REQUEST FOR ROAD CLOSURE – Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District is requesting the closure of 10th Street from Willard Avenue to Sheridan Avenue to facilitate removal and re-installation of 2,450 feet of track The following correspondence was received in the City Clerk’s Office on June 2, 2014 from Chris Beck, Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District: Type of Request: Road Closure – Close 10th Street from Willard Avenue to Sheridan Avenue. Access to homes on south side of 10th Street will be provided. Closure requested to facilitate removal and re-installation of 2,450 feet of track. Chris Beck, Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District addressed the Board regarding the request, explaining the work that will be performed and further explaining the north side of 10th Street will be utilized to store their equipment, and homes on the north side of 10 th Street have access to their homes through alleys that run east to west; asking for approval. Mr. Beck stated the project is scheduled to start July 7th through August 25th, pending on their asphalt paving contractor; and they will begin on the west working to the east. Michael Palmer addressed Mr. Beck asking that a Certificate of Liability Insurance be filed in the City Clerk’s Office before the work begins. Lt. Jeff Loniewski, M.C.P.D. Traffic Division addressed the Board stating he has reviewed the detours, and recommends approval. Vice-President Carnes made the motion to approve NICTD’s request for the closure of 10th Street from Willard Avenue to Sheridan Avenue, July 7th through August 25th pending the presentation of their liability insurance to the City Clerk’s Office prior to beginning the work. The motion was seconded by Michael Palmer and carried as follows: AYES: MEMBERS Janus, Carnes and Palmer (3). NAYS: None (0). Motion carries. ITINERATE VENDOR – Jon Bingham, Seven Peaks is requesting reduced fees The following correspondence was received in the City Clerk’s Office on June 11, 2014 from Jon Bingham, Seven Peaks: Type of Request: fees for itinerate vendor license – trying to get fees reduced for licenses. Jon Bingham, Seven Peaks addressed the Board regarding the request; explaining he has fifteen (15) people who will be going door-to-door for a week; asking that the fee be either reduced or capped. Discussion ensued between the Board and Mr. Bingham regarding the door-to-door solicitation happening without the proper licenses issued. President Janus stated the item can be held over until the next meeting when Corporation Counsel should be in attendance. Regular Meeting – June 16, 2014 Page 6 Further discussion ensued between Gale Neulieb, City Clerk, the Board and Mr. Bingham regarding paying fees today to start selling the water park passes. CORRESPONDENCE – Michael Neulieb, President Firefighters Local 475 The following correspondence was received in the City Clerk’s Office on June 12, 2014 from Michael Neulieb, President Firefighters Local #475: Board Members, I am sending this correspondence to let you know the election for the Firefighters Merit Commissioner was not held due to the fact the person nominated ran unopposed. He will be taking his seat at the July 7 th Fire Merit Commission meeting. President Janus acknowledged receipt of the correspondence; and stated it was for informational purposes only. RETIREMENT – Michigan City Fire Department announces the retirement of Joseph Wray, effective June 12, 2014 with 34 years of service The following correspondence was received in the City Clerk’s Office on June 4, 2014 from Fire Chief Ronnie Martin: To the members of the Board of Works: The Michigan City Fire Department proudly announces the retirement of Joseph Wray effective June 12th, 2014. Joseph served the department for over 34 years. Note: For Information Only CLAIMS AND PAYROLL Michael Palmer moved that the claims set forth in the Register of Claims (in possession of the City Controller) and appearing in the Register be severally allowed and ordered paid and proper warrants for payment thereof hereby ordered issued in the stated amounts to person(s) and/or firm(s) as set forth, and payrolls approved. The motion was seconded by Vice-President Carnes and carried as follows: AYES: MEMBERS Janus, Carnes and Palmer (3). NAYS: None (0). Motion carries. The Board signed: Payroll items in Register of Claims for informational purposes (which Register is in the possession of the City Controller) as follows: Page Date Amount 1 of 10 06/13/2014 $429,379.36 Allowance of claims as set forth in the Register of Claims for the Board of Public Works and Safety and the Department of Redevelopment (which Register is in the possession of the City Controller) as follows: Page Date Amount 1 of 4 06/11/2014 $1,528,572.32 1 of 1 06/13/2014 $361,174.68 1 of 1 06/16/2014 $29,638.80 Regular Meeting – June 16, 2014 Page 7 JOHN A. DOYLE & ASSOCIATES, INC. – Presentation on Lake Henry John Doyle presented the following correspondence to the Board for their information: Per your direction I have investigated the ownership of the land comprising the above referenced lake and surrounding property. Enclosed is the Warranty Deed No. 74-12128 filed in the Office of the Recorder of LaPorte County, Indiana on December 26, 1974. The deed from Thomas Lloyd Henry, Mortimer Winski, Agatha Winski, Frank LaPasso, and Theresa LaPasso conveyed land described as Outlot “A” in the Plat of Southgate Subdivision, Recorded in Plat Book 11, page 13 and Reserved Lake as shown on the Plat of Southgate First Addition, Recorded in Plat Book 11, page 49 in the Office of the Recorder of LaPorte County, Indiana. The land described in the deed conveys the lake and entire surrounding shoreline property to the City of Michigan City, Indiana. Mr. Doyle addressed the Board stating the Sanitary District has lowered the lake level approximately ten (10) inches, but it is still about four (4) or five (5) inches above the controlling weir. Arber Himaj, Engineer-Sanitary District addressed the Board stating the Sanitary District is working with IDEM to get the proper permits to continue the work at Lake Henry. NEW BUSINESS – Request for Pedestrian Crossing Sign The following correspondence was received in the City Clerk’s Office on June 12, 2014: This is Zach Blackwood with Burn Em brewing, you came and visited our facility about 3 or 4 months back before we were operational. Recently we have explored options to begin opening a tasting room for the location you visited and St. Andrews products was king enough to grant us use of their parking lot across the street. I am contacting you because I saw your name listed as a board member for public works and safety and wanted to see what steps I would need to take to request a pedestrian crossing sign to ensure safe crossing of Freyer Road once we open our tasting room. Thank you for your time and attention to this matter. Lt. Jeff Loniewski, M.C.P.D. Traffic Division addressed the Board requesting this be held over until the next meeting so he can confer with City Engineer, Charles “Spike” Peller. President Janus referred the item to Mr. Peller to report back at the next meeting. UNFINISHED BUSINESS – Pending Items Pending Item - Agreement between First United Methodist Church and the City of Michigan City regarding use of 7th Street parking lot President Janus stated due to the absence of Corporation Counsel this item will be discussed at the next meeting. Regular Meeting – June 16, 2014 Page 8 Pending Item – Request for 2nd Saturdays Craft Bazaar President Janus stated due to the absence of Corporation Counsel this item will be discussed at the next meeting. Pending Item – AT&T License Agreement to utilize City right-of-way Vice-President Carnes addressed the Board stating she saw a letter from Corporation Counsel advising AT&T that they need to sign the agreement since they have already installed the equipment as the City of Michigan City presented it. Discussion ensued between the Board members regarding the aesthetics of the landscaping; which was included in the agreement. Pending Item – Sale of City Property – Cleveland Avenue adjacent to Fire Station No. 4 President Janus addressed the sale of city property on Cleveland Avenue adjacent to Fire Station No. 4. Michael Palmer explained the sale has not been finalized. Pending Item – Amendment to Telephone/Cell Phone Policy President Janus asked if there was any further discussion regarding the amendment to the telephone/cell phone policy. Donna Pappas, City Controller addressed the Board explaining at this time they are asking the Board to have the policy amendment/change TABLED until further notice; further stating they are looking at some other options; and will bring it back when a decision has been made as to what will work best for the City. Mrs. Pappas informed the Board they should have everything in place by the next Board of Works meeting in July. Sale of City Property – 204 Willard Avenue – City surplus properties President Janus addressed the sale of the property known as 204 Willard Avenue; asking what the status is. Michael Palmer addressed the Board stating the property is on the surplus list. Pending Item – Daniel D. Bruce Memorial President Janus asked if the Bruce Monument was finished; stating the item would be carried over until the next meeting. Regular Meeting – June 16, 2014 Page 9 Pending Item – Trail Creek signs President Janus stated the item will be held over until the next meeting. Pending Item – City Street signs Charles “Spike” Peller, City Engineer addressed the Board stating there is nothing new to report on this. Pending Item – Safety Shoulder Rustic Fencing 2906 E. Michigan Boulevard Charles “Spike” Peller, City Engineer addressed the Board stating they have met with Mr. Fritz, and have agreed to construct a “truck turn around” for his business with the City paying for the improvement on City property and Mr. Fritz paying for the improvement on his property. Mr. Peller explained how the turn-around will work. Mr. Peller informed the Board he is working with Smith & Sons Excavating on the access to their property; explaining the property is land locked, but there is some type of access easement. Mr. Peller also informed the Board the same type of access will be provided to the Bowling Alley. Pending Item – 3 way flashing light at Tilden and Coolspring Avenues Charles “Spike” Peller, City Engineer addressed the Board regarding the request from Councilman Duane Parry for the installation of a 3 way flashing light at the intersection of Tilden and Coolspring Avenues stating the warrant study has been conducted and the warrant recommends nothing new. Mr. Peller made the suggestion that delineators could be put on the stop sign posts; advising the flashing light is not warranted. Discussion ensued between the Board and Mr. Peller regarding the size of the stop signs; and the recommendation provided by Lt. Jeff Loniewski of the Michigan City Police Departments Traffic Division; and asking the property owner to trim the bush that is in the “sight line” of the sign. Pending Item – 202 Hilltop Charles “Spike” Peller, City Engineer addressed the Board regarding 202 Hilltop, stating he has discussed this with the Mayor, and they will be developing plans and specifications for bidding the reconstruction of the stairs. Mr. Peller informed the Board they are considering a wooden stairway similar to the ones in the National parks. Mr. Peller explained the Mayor will go before the City Common Council for an additional appropriation for the project. Pending Item – 515 Union Street-Installation of Street Light in Alley Charles “Spike” Peller, City Engineer addressed the Board stating the request is complete. Regular Meeting – June 16, 2014 Page 10 Pending Item – 704 W. 9th Street-removal of curbing Charles “Spike” Peller, City Engineer addressed the Board stating the request is complete. Pending Item – Signage to identify US Hwy 12 & Michigan Boulevard Charles “Spike” Peller, City Engineer addressed the Board stating he is working with the Planning Department on this. Pending Item – 210 N. Lake Avenue Charles “Spike” Peller, City Engineer addressed the Board stating the design engineers are working with the Fire Department and the Sanitary District, because there are numerous items to be addressed in the Sheridan Beach area; explaining the issues for fire protection and sanitary sewer lines; then they will meet with the Park Department to address any issues they may have; then it will be opened up for public comment. Pending Item – Crosswalk Michigan City High School Charles “Spike” Peller, City Engineer addressed the Board regarding the crosswalk project for the Michigan City High School; stating he is working with Bob Zondor, Superintendent Central Services on the grant application. Pending Item – Installation of street light at 1010 Providence Charles “Spike” Peller, City Engineer addressed the Board regarding the installation of a street light at 1010 Providence stating the owner would not grant an easement; however the owner north of 1017 Providence, which is across the street, has approved an easement. Mr. Peller explained he had NIPSCo go out and look at the location due to the large trees there; NIPSCo stated they could snake a line through the trees to the pole. Mr. Peller stated he will work with Corporation Counsel and the owner regarding the easement. Pending Item – Intersection of Greenwood and Woodland Avenues Charles “Spike” Peller, City Engineer addressed the Board stating he and Councilman Parry, Tom Wienman and Tim Haas met with the McLaughlins, owners of the gas station, who are not happy with the concrete curbing the City installed around their property. Mr. Peller explained the property owner stated vehicle traffic has been limited on their property for their customers. Mr. Peller asked the Engineers to give him an estimate on removing the current curbing and replacing with new curbing, which he will present to the Board at the next meeting; and further stated Mr. McLaughlin plans on attending that meeting also. Regular Meeting – June 16, 2014 Page 11 Pending Item – 111 Franklin Street (Ice Cream Parlor) Russ Hatfield, Code Enforcement Officer addressed the Board stating the roof is complete; they have their construction design release from the State; windows are on back-order; electricians have been contacted to start getting the interior mechanicals started. Discussion ensued between the Board and Mr. Hatfield regarding the project meeting the June 30, 2014 deadline. Mr. Hatfield stated it doesn’t appear they will meet the deadline. Mr. Hatfield asked the Board if they would allow an additional two (2) weeks. Further discussion ensued between the Board and Mr. Hatfield regarding the deadline for the project, extension of the deadline, and possible fines for not meeting the deadline that was set by the owner/contractor; and modification to the Order to Repair; revisiting the matter at the next meeting. Vice-President Carnes made the motion to grant a ten (10) day extension, and the matter will be discussed at the July 7, 2014 meeting. Michael Palmer asked that the owner/contractor/property manager be present at the next meeting to discuss the matter. Mr. Hatfield stated he will work with Craig Phillips, City Planner to address the owner/contractor/property manager to be present at the next meeting. Vice-President Carnes addressed the City Clerk asking that a letter be drafted from the City Clerk’s Office to the owner/property manager to be present at the next meeting. The motion was seconded by Michael Palmer and carried as follows: AYES: MEMBERS Janus, Carnes and Palmer (3). NAYS: None (0). Motion carries. Pending Item – 915 Green Street Russ Hatfield, Code Enforcement Officer addressed the Board regarding the property at 915 Green Street, stating the new notification process has been re-started. Pending Item – 812 Manhattan Street Russ Hatfield, Code Enforcement Officer addressed the Board regarding the property at 812 Manhattan Street, stating he has spoken with the owner regarding the property, who was to be here today to address the Board regarding what his plans are for the property. Mr. Hatfield stated he will schedule a meeting with the owner to see what his plans are for the property, and he will provide the Board with that information for their approval at the next meeting. Michael Palmer addressed Mr. Hatfield regarding the property next to Knuckle Heads on Barker Avenue where the porch is being held up by 2x4’s. Mr. Hatfield will address this with the owner and get a timeline for the repairs. Regular Meeting – June 16, 2014 Page 12 President Janus inquired about the Lake Avenue/Sheridan Beach area; asking if there is a fire district that the City could set up where the property owner would be assessed an additional tax. Skyler York, Assistant City Planner addressed the Board stating they are looking into options for this area. PUBLIC COMMENTS President Janus asked if there were any comments from the public. Russ Hatfield addressed the Board “thanking” all involved in the City’s Clean Sweep initiative last week. President Janus asked if there were any other comments from the public. There was no response. BOARD COMMENTS President Janus asked if there were any Board comments. President Janus addressed the Board stating a new law will be going into effect on July 1, 2014 called the Senate Bill Act 422 regarding the sale of vacant and abandoned properties which would allow Cities to put these up for sale. President Janus stated at the next meeting of the Board of Public Works and Safety they will discuss limiting the amount of time the public will be allowed to speak like the City Council now has. President Janus asked if there were any Board comments. There was no response. ADJOURNMENT President Janus inquired whether there was anything else to be considered by the Board at this time and, there being none, declared the meeting ADJOURNED (approximately 9:53 a.m.). Vice-President Carnes made the motion to adjourn. The motion was seconded by Michael Palmer and carried as follows: AYES: MEMBERS Janus, Carnes and Palmer (3). NAYS: None (0). Motion carries. _________________________________________ Gale A. Neulieb, City Clerk