Board of Public Works & Safety

REGULAR ZOOM MEETING – February 22, 2022 The Board of Public Works and Safety of the City of Michigan City, Indiana, met in REGULAR SESSION on Monday morning, February 22, 2022, at the hour of 8:30 a.m., hosted by “Zoom” and streaming live on “My Michigan City” Facebook page. The meeting was called to order by President, Virginia Keating, who presided. Noted present in person: Virginia Keating, Michael Vinson, and Mayor Parry (3), Absent: None (0). A QUORUM WAS NOTED PRESENT. Also noted in attendance: Amber Lapaich-Stalbrink, Corporate Counsel Kaleb Goodwin I.T. Webmaster Jeff Wright, City Engineer Captain Jeff Loniewski, M.C.P.D. Traffic Division Marty Corley, Assistant Chief of Operations, M.C.P.D. Shong Smith, Director M.C. Central Services Aaron Borngraber, Associate Planner Skylar York, City Planner Terry Greetham, Special Event Director Andrew White, Alco TV Gale Neulieb, City Clerk Stacy Dudley, Assistant Deputy Clerk APPROVAL OF MINUTES Mayor Parry moved to approve the minutes of the Regular “Zoom” meeting of February 7, 2022; seconded by Vice-President Vinson. The minutes were approved by the following vote: AYES: Board of Public Works and Safety members, Keating, Vinson, and Parry (3). NAYS: None (0). Motion Carries. STREET CLOSURE REVISED- Kevin Kegebein, Walsh-Herzog, Crown Point, Indiana, is requesting, Street intersection closures of 11th Street from Chicago Street to Michigan Boulevard for 8.5 months NOTE: At the February 7, 2022 BOW meeting the Board referred this to all departments that are involved. Kevin Kegebein, Walsh-Herzog addressed the Board stating that this matter is part of the Double Track Project where Chicago Street to Michigan Boulevard will be closing down starting Monday, February 28, 2022. President Keating asked if there were any Board questions or comments. Mayor Parry stated that after a coordination meeting it was agreed that Ohio Street was a principal Street that will remain open until the work in that intersection of Ohio Street and 11th Street is completed. President Keating stated that before the Board agrees to the motion is the certificate of insurance correct. Amber Lapaich-Stalbrink, Corporate Counsel stated that there are no issues with the insurance, and everything has been submitted. Mayor Parry made the motion to approval the Street intersection closures of 11th Street from Chicago Street to Michigan Boulevard for 8.5 months but pending the intersection of Ohio Street and 11th Street will remain open until work is complete. The motion was seconded by Vice- President Vinson and carried as follows: AYES: Board of Public Works and Safety members Keating, Vinson, and Parry (3). NAYS: None (0). Motion Carries. SPECIAL PURCHASE- Method (I.C. 5-22-10, et seq) Marty Corley, MCPD Chief of Operations, is requesting permission to purchase the necessary equipment (Stalker Radar) from Applied Concepts, Inc. to outfit the four (4) Dodge Durango’s and four (4) Dodge Chargers in the amount of $21,046.00 Marty Corley, MCPD Chief of Operations, addressed the Board stating that the special purchase is for equipment to outfit the four (4) Dodge Durango’s and four (4) Dodge Charger’s for patrol and traffic operations. President Keating asked if there were any Board questions or comments; there was no response. Vice-President Vinson asked Chief Corley if the equipment was brand new or replacement equipment; what will happen to the old equipment. Regular Zoom Meeting – February 22, 2022 Page 2 Chief Corley stated that the equipment is brand new and compatible with the newly leased Dodge Durando’s and Dodge Charger’s. Further discussion ensued between Vice-President Vinson and Chief Corley regarding the new equipment and the old equipment. Mayor Parry made the motion to approve the special purchase of police equipment (Stalker Radar) from Applied Concepts, Inc.to outfit the four (4) Dodge Durango’s and four (4) Dodge Chargers in the amount of $21,046.00; seconded by Vice-President Vinson. The motion was approved by the following vote: AYES: Board of Public Works and Safety members, Keating, Vinson, and Parry (3). NAYS: None (0). Motion Carries. SERVICE AGREEMENT REQUEST- Terry Greetham, Special Event Director is requesting approval of a Service Agreement between the Michigan City Board of Public Works and Safety and Chantelle Bagley as the 2022 Manager of the Michigan City Farmers Market held every Saturday from May 7 thru October 29, 2022, from 8:00 am to 12:00 Terry Greetham, Special Event Director stated that our search for a new Farmer’s Market Manager started at the end of last year when we were informed that Dee Haddad no longer wanted to continue as the Farmer’s Market Manager. Amber Lapaich-Stalbrink, Corporate Counsel stated that she drafted the original contract this contract was amended with the new manager’s name and new dates. President Keating asked if there were any Board questions or comments; there was no response. Vice-President Vinson made the motion to approve the Service Agreement between the Michigan City Board of Public Works and Safety and Chantelle Bagley as the 2022 Manager of the Michigan City Farmers Market held every Saturday from May 7 thru October 29, 2022, from 8:00 am to 12:00 p.m.; seconded by Mayor Parry. The motion was approved by the following vote: AYES: Board of Public Works and Safety members, Keating, Vinson, and Parry (3). NAYS: None (0). Motion Carries. GRANT EASEMENT REQUEST- Nicole Baker, Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District (NICTD), is requesting the easements to be granted to NICTD construction of the Double Track NWI Rail Project NOTE: At the February 7th BOW meeting the portion requesting easements to be granted to NICTD was TABLED until the February 22, 2022 meeting. Amber Lapaich-Stalbrink, Corporate Counsel addressed the Board stating that she has not had a chance to go over this matter; Attorney Conner Nolan had reached out stating that it is not critical that the easements be addressed at today’s meeting and requests that it be tabled for two (2) weeks. Conner Nolan, Attorney at Harris Welsh & Lukmann, stated that the Board did approve the closure at the last Board of Works meeting and would ask that the Board consider approving the request subject to final review of Corporate Counsel with the insertion of the changes that are going to be proposed. Amber Lapaich-Stalbrink stated that she had went over the changes with Charlie Keene and further explained the requirements for the insurance. Mayor Parry addressed the Board stating that this should be tabled for two (2) weeks. Mayor Parry made the motion to approve the easements to be Tabled till the next meeting; seconded by Vice-President Vinson. The motion was approved by the following vote: AYES: Board of Public Works and Safety members, Keating, Vinson, and Parry (3). NAYS: None (0). Motion Carries. STREET CLOSURE REVISED- Sean Rathbun, Notre Dame Catholic School is requesting a street closure on Moore Road to Lake Shore Drive for their Annual Notre Catholic School St. Patrick’s Day 5K Run from 7:45 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. on March 19, 2022. Captain Jeff Loniewski, M.C.P.D. Traffic Division stated that he had spoken to Mr. Rathbun; this event occurred last year without any problems; the only road affected in Michigan City is Moore Road; recommends approval. President Keating asked if there were any Board questions or comments; there was no response. Vice-President Vinson made the motion to approve the street closure on Moore Road to Lake Shore Drive for their Annual Notre Catholic School St. Patrick’s Day 5K Run from 7:45 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. on March 19, 2022 pending the receipt of certificate of insurance; seconded by Mayor Parry. The motion was approved by the following vote: AYES: Board of Public Works and Safety members, Keating, Vinson, and Parry (3). NAYS: None (0). Motion Carries. Regular Zoom Meeting – February 22, 2022 Page 3 2022 POLICY AND PROCEDURE UPDATE- Terry Greetham, Michigan City Special Event Director is requesting to update the Michigan City’s Farmers Market Policy and Procedures for 2022 Terry Greetham, Special Event Director stated that the policy and procedure for 2022 Farmer’s Market has been updated to reflect the dates and primary contacts for this year. President Keating asked if there were any Board questions or comments; there was no response. Vice-President Vinson made the motion to approve the update to Michigan City’s Farmers Market Policy and Procedures for 2022; seconded by Mayor Parry. The motion was approved by the following vote: AYES: Board of Public Works and Safety members, Keating, Vinson, and Parry (3). NAYS: None (0). Motion Carries. REMOVAL OF “NO PARKING” SIGN - Robert Harte, Lakeside Townhomes LLC, is requesting the removal of a “No Parking” sign on Lake Avenue for improvement of the right of way to allow for public parallel parking Robert Harte, 100 Anchor Road, addressed the Board stating that the request is for a “No Parking” sign on Felton Road; The property is on the corner of Lake Avenue and Felton Road which goes into Weil-McLain further explaining their reason for the request. Jeff Wright, City Engineer addressed the Board to explain that the street has to be wide enough for the Weil-McLain trucks to make the turn and make the parking further from the edge of the pavement; there are no issues removing the “No Parking” signs as long as they follow through with the sketch and the markings that have been previously discussed. Captain Jeff Loniewski, M.C.P.D. Traffic Division stated that they have no objection just the concern that the spaces be moved far enough off of the right of way. President Keating asked Jeff Wright, City Engineer if this need to be put in writing. Jeff Wright, City Engineer stated that yes, we should have this in writing, include the striping in the drawing, and include the right of way line showing if the parking ends on private or public property. Further discussion ensued between Jeff Wright and Robert Harte regarding that all they are asking for at this time is the removal of the “No Parking” sign. President Keating asked Amber Lapaich-Stalbrink if she will work with Mr. Wright in regard to the drafting of the agreement. Amber Lapaich-Stalbrink answered President Keating stating that she will work with Mr. Wright in drafting an agreement. President Keating asked if there were any Board questions or comments. Vice-President Vinson asked if the easement is going to be paved or concrete. Further discussion ensued between Vice-President Vinson and Mr. Harte regarding the easement. Vice-President Vinson asked if there are any City owned utilities in the area. Skylar York, City Planner asked Vice-President Vinson if he is referring to underground utilizes, water, and sewer. Further discussion ensued between Vice-President Vinson and Mr. York regarding the utilities and public parking. President Keating stated that she wanted to make it clear that what is before the Board today is just the removal of the “No Parking” sign; the implementation is another issue and as discussed will be drafted by Corporate Counsel and Mr. Wright. Mayor Parry made the motion to approve the removal of a “No Parking” sign on Lake Avenue for improvement of the right of way to allow for public parallel parking; seconded by President Keating. The motion was approved by the following vote: AYES: Board of Public Works and Safety members, Keating, and Parry (2). NAYS: Vinson (1). Motion Carries. AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT- Terry Greetham, Michigan City Special Event Director is requesting to amend the contract approved in December 2021 between the Board of Public Works and Safety and the Sand Lovers, LLC, 10391 Russell Road, Bokeelia, Fl for professional services for the Michigan City Singing Sands Festival event to be held on June 3-5, 2022 for an additional $3,000.00 Terry Greetham, Special Event Director addressed the Board stating that due to the current financial situation nationwide we are experiencing a significant increase in the cost including goods Regular Zoom Meeting – February 22, 2022 Page 4 and services and due to this we are requesting that amount be increased to $27,000.00 from the original amount we requested of $24,000.00. President Keating asked Amber Lapaich-Stalbrink, Corporate Counsel if she had a chance to look over the request. Amber Lapaich-Stalbrink, Corporate Counsel answered President Keating by stating that she drafted the document for Mr. Greetham. Gale Neulieb, City Clerk stated that the motion needed to be subject to the certificate of insurance that has not been approved by Amber Lapaich-Stalbrink. Vice-President Vinson made the motion to approve the amended contract that was previously approved in December 2021 between the Board of Public Works and Safety and the Sand Lovers, LLC, for professional services for the Michigan City Singing Sands Festival event to be held on June 3-5, 2022 for an additional $3,000.00 subject to the approved certificate of insurance; seconded by Mayor Parry and approved by the following approved by the following vote: AYES: Board of Public Works and Safety members, Keating, Vinson, and Parry (3). NAYS: None (0). Motion Carries. AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES- Aaron Borngraber, Associate Planner, is requesting the approval of the annual CAP with the “Indiana Landmark Agency” for professional services in the sum of $7,000.00 (Commence: January 1, to December 31, 2022) Aaron Borngraber, Associate Planner addressed the Board stating that this is to renew the annual contract with Indiana Landmark Agency for professional services for our Historic Preservation Program; the $7,000.00 service fee has already been included in this year’s budget. President Keating asked Amber Lapaich-Stalbrink, Corporate Counsel if she had a chance to look over the request. Amber Lapaich-Stalbrink, Corporate Counsel stated that she has gone over the paperwork is similar to what was done in the past. President Keating asked if there were any Board questions or comments; there was no response. Vice-President Vinson made the motion to approve the annual CAP with the “Indiana Landmark Agency” for professional services in the sum of $7,000.00 (Commence: January 1, to December 31, 2022); seconded by Mayor Parry and approved by the following vote: AYES: Board of Public Works and Safety members, Keating, Vinson, and Parry (3). NAYS: None (0). Motion Carries. STREET CLOSURE- Christine Kiser, Michigan City is requesting to have their annual event “Runnin’ for Prestin” on Saturday, September 17, 2022 from 7:45 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Christine Kiser, 6666 W. Michael Place, addressed the Board stating that this is our 10th Annual Event for “Runnin’ for Prestin” that is the same as the previous years with no road closures and we have volunteer EMS, police, and fire fighters; we will provide the certificate of insurance as we get closure to the event. Captain Jeff Loniewski, M.C.P.D. Traffic Division stated that this event uses all volunteer staff, and we would recommend approval. President Keating asked if there were any Board questions or comments; there was no response. Vice-President Vinson made the motion to approve Christine Kiser request to have their annual event “Runnin’ for Prestin” on Saturday, September 17, 2022 from 7:45 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. pending approval of certificate of insurance; seconded by Mayor Parry and approved by the following vote: AYES: Board of Public Works and Safety members, Keating, Vinson, and Parry (3). NAYS: None (0). Motion Carries. REQUEST FOR DEAD END STREET SIGN - Marty and Judy Dickens, 113 Gleason Court, Michigan City is requesting a “Dead-End sign at the entrance of their street Regular Zoom Meeting – February 22, 2022 Page 5 Captain Jeff Loniewski, M.C.P.D. Traffic Division stated that he had spoken to Mrs. Dickens last week and looked at the situation agreeing that a “Dead End” sign is warranted; Currently there are no signs. Marty Dickens, 113 Gleason Court addressed the Board thanking them for putting this matter on the agenda; the reason we are requesting the “Dead End” sign to help keep traffic from turning around on our property. President Keating asked if there were any Board questions or comments; there was no response. Mayor Parry made the motion to approve Marty and Judy Dickens, 113 Gleason Court, Michigan City is request for a “Dead-End sign at the entrance of their street; seconded by Vice-President Vinson and was approved by the following vote: AYES: Board of Public Works and Safety members, Keating, Vinson, and Parry (3). NAYS: None (0). Motion Carries. RESOLUTION President Keating read the following proposed resolution by title only, MICHIGAN CITY BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS & SAFETY RESOLUTION NO. _____________ ACCEPTING TRANSFER OF REAL PROPERTY COMMONLY KNOWN AS WEST 10TH STREET FROM THE MICHIGAN CITY REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION WHEREAS, the Michigan City Redevelopment Commission (the “Commission”) governing body of the City of Michigan City Department of Redevelopment (the “Department”) and the Redevelopment District of the City of Michigan City, Indiana (the “Redevelopment District”), exists and operates under the provisions of the Redevelopment of Cities and Towns Act of 1953 which has been codified in I.C. 36-7-14, as amended from time to time (the “Act”); and WHEREAS, the Commission is authorized to acquire real property by purchase and as needed for the redevelopment of areas needing redevelopment located within the corporate boundaries of the City of Michigan City, Indiana pursuant to I.C. 36-14-12.2 (a)(1); and WHEREAS, on or about December 17, 2012, the City of Michigan City, by and through the Redevelopment Commission, acquired a certain parcel of real estate with a common address of West Tenth Street in Michigan City, Indiana, and more specifically described as parcel number 46- 01-31-238-044.000-022 (hereinafter referred to as the “Real Property”); and WHEREAS, this Real Property and an adjacent parcel identified as 46-01-31-238-032.000- 022 and as owned by the City of Michigan City, Indiana are two parcels that are to be acquired by the Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District (“NICTD”) as part of the Double Track Northwest Indiana Transportation Project (the “Project”) – a project as previously found to be in the best interests and for the future development of the City of Michigan City, Indiana; and WHEREAS, NICTD, in accordance with the Federal Relocation Act, has tendered to the City of Michigan City and the Commission an offer to purchase said parcels for the amount of Five Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($5,500.00) as consistent with the goals and requirements of the Project and as being in the best interests of the City of Michigan City, Indiana; and WHEREAS, the Commission would like to transfer legal title to Real Property to the City of Michigan City, Indiana, to ease in the furtherance of NICTD’s acquisition of both parcels; and WHEREAS, I.C. 36-1-11-8 permits a transfer of property to a governmental entity upon terms and conditions agreed upon by the entities as evidenced by adoption of a substantially identical resolution by each entity; and WHEREAS, the Michigan City Board of Public Works & Safety (“Board”) would like to accept the transfer of the Real Property from the Commission and reasonably believes it to be in the best interest of the City and residents herein to adopt a substantially similar resolution with the Commission to approve and accept the transfer of the Real Property as identified herein from the Commission and to the City of Michigan City, Indiana. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MICHIGAN CITY BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS AND SAFETY AS FOLLOWS: 1. The aforementioned “Whereas” sentences are incorporated herein as if fully set forth herein. Regular Zoom Meeting – February 22, 2022 Page 6 2. The Board hereby accepts the transfer of Real Property as identified as parcel number 46-01-31-238-044.000-022 from the Redevelopment Commission to the City of Michigan City, Indiana. 3. The Board further finds and determines that its President is hereby authorized to execute any and all documents or otherwise engage in any action necessary to conclude all transactions required to effectuate the transfer of said parcel as identified herein from the Commission to the City of Michigan City, Indiana. 4. The Resolution is in effect upon passage. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect after passage by the Michigan City Board of Public Works & Safety. Adopted by the Board of Public Works & Safety of the City of Michigan City, Indiana by a vote of 3-0 this 22nd day of February, 2022. /s/ Virginia Keating, President Michigan City Board of Public Works & Safety Amber Lapaich-Stalbrink, Corporate Counsel stated that at the end of January the City received a uniform property acquisition offer from NICTD for two (2) parcels, one (1) parcel is owned by the Redevelopment Commission; Attorney Alan Sirinek will present this to Redevelopment on Thursday to see if they will transfer their parcel to the City so that the City would own both parcels. President Keating asked Amber Lapaich-Stalbrink if the Board should approve this matter contingent upon the Redevelopment’s ok. Amber Lapaich-Stalbrink, Corporate Counsel answered stating yes, their meeting is Thursday, February3, 2022; table this till the next meeting. President Keating asked if there were any Board questions or comments; there was no response. Mayor Parry made the motion to approve the proposed resolution after Redevelopment approves the transfer to the City; seconded by and were approved by Vice-President Vinson by the following vote: AYES: Board of Public Works and Safety members, Keating, Vinson, and Parry (3). NAYS: None (0). Motion Carries. DEDICATION OF ROAD REQUEST - Ann Marie Woolwine, Attorney on behalf of Dunescape Beachwalk LLC & Whisper Dunes Homeowners Association Inc. is requesting a road dedication of 130 feet of Whisper Dunes Subdivision within the City’s public right of way Amber Lapaich-Stalbrink, Corporate Counsel stated that she is trying to put a resolution together memorializing the dedication; Jeff Wright, City Engineer did a pavement study is accepting the dedication of this piece of street. President Keating asked Amber Lapaich-Stalbrink if she would like this tabled. Amber Lapaich-Stalbrink answered by stating yes, please table this matter for two (2) weeks. President Keating asked if there were any Board questions or comments. Jeff Wright, City Engineer addressed the Board stating that he would like a copy of the resolution in order to submit it to the State of Indiana for inventory. Mayor Parry made the motion to table the proposed resolution; seconded by by Vice-President Vinson by the following vote: AYES: Board of Public Works and Safety members, Keating, Vinson, and Parry (3). NAYS: None (0). Motion Carries. STREET CLOSURE- Krista Rose, Ameraco Engineering, Valparaiso, IN is requesting a street closure on March 21,2022 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for the installation of two (2) groundwater monitoring wells Regular Zoom Meeting – February 22, 2022 Page 7 Krista Rose, Ameraco Engineering, addressed the Board stating the request is for the closure of May Avenue between Franklin Street and Washington Street for the installation of two (2) groundwater monitoring wells as part of a remediation and investigation at 2107 Franklin Street. Jeff Wright, City Engineer stated there are no issues as long as there is proper detour signage. Captain Jeff Loniewski, M.C.P.D. Traffic Division addressed the Board stating that he recommends approval Amber Lapaich-Stalbrink, Corporate Counsel, addressed the Board asking Ms. Rose how long the monitoring wells will be installed. Krista Rose responded by stating that the two (2) groundwater monitoring wells will be installed for no more than two years. Skylar York, City Planner stated to his knowledge that land is associated with the cleanup of a dry cleaners. Krista Rose addressed the Board requesting to revise the date of the closure from March 21,2022 to March 28, 2022. President Keating asked if there were any Board questions or comments. Vice-President Vinson asked Ms. Rose if the road closure is only for one day. Krista Rose responded by stating that yes that is correct the road closure is just to install the two (2) groundwater monitoring wells. Councilman, Don Przbylinski stated that the land on May Avenue was a former printing shop. Amber Lapaich-Stalbrink, Corporate Counsel requested that when the certificate of liability insurance expires the Board will need an updated certificate for 2022 and 2023 if the monitoring wells are still there with the same terms and conditions. President Virginia Keating asked Captain Loniewski to address the concerns regarding the detours. Captain Jeff Loniewski responded by stating that it is only one block we can either use Washington Street or Franklin Street to get around the detour. President Keating asked if there were any other Board questions or comments. Jeff Wright asked the depth of the monitoring wells. Krista Rose responded by stating that the wells will go down 10 feet. Mayor Parry made the motion to approve the street closure pending the documentation requirement requested by Amber LaPaich-Stalbrink; seconded by Vice-President Vinson and approved by the following vote: AYES: Board of Public Works and Safety members, Keating, Vinson, and Parry (3). NAYS: None (0). Motion Carries. CLAIMS AND PAYROLL PAYROLL DOCK February 1, 2022 City Payroll $ 216,072.41 PAYROLL DOCKET February 11, 2022 City Payroll $ 769,646.01 Mayor Parry made the motion to approve the payroll dockets for February 1, 2022 and February 11, 2022. The motion was seconded by Vice-President Vinson and carried as follows: AYES: Board of Public Works and Safety members Keating, Vinson, and Parry (3). NAYS: None (0). Motion Carries. CLAIMS DOCKET February 22, 2022 Regular Zoom Meeting – February 22, 2022 Page 8 Municipal Claims $ 1,501,066.37 CDBG $ 43.95 Health & Life $ 188,220.88 Workers COMP $ 31,717.97 Total Claims - $ 1,721,049.17 Vice-President Vinson 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 Mayor Parry and carried as follows: AYES: Board of Public Works and Safety members Keating, Vinson, and Parry (3). NAYS: None (0). Motion Carries. UNFINISHED BUSINESS President Keating stated the only item on the pending items/unfinished business list is Tommy Kulavik, 1316 Ohio Street is requesting the three (3) way stop sign at the intersection of Wabash and Ann Streets is removed President Keating stated that this was tabled from the last meeting in January; addressed Jeff Wright, City Engineer if there has been any discussion regarding this matter. Jeff Wright, City Engineer responded by stating that after further discussion with Captain Jeff Loniewski, the signs should stay there until the work at the site development for the hospital has been completed; Councilman Paul Przybylinski previously suggested that the signs be moved one block north and we agree with that assessment after the site completion. Further discussion ensued between Captain Jeff Loniewski and Jeff Wright regarding the signage and the accident stats for that intersection of Ripley Street and Wabash Street. President Keating asked if there were any Board questions or comments. Vice-President Vinson asked if there was a bus stop sign and asked if that was still an active bus stop. Further discussion ensued between Vice-President Vinson and Skylar York regarding the bus stop located in that area. Mr. Tommy Kulavik, 1316 Ohio Street addressed the Board respectfully withdrawing his request. President Keating stated that this will still need to be addressed down the road and should be left on the pending items list. Vice-President Vinson made the motion to approve to the request to keep his matter on the pending items list to keep track of the development in that area; seconded by Mayor Parry and approved by the following vote: AYES: Board of Public Works and Safety members, Keating, Vinson, and Parry (3). NAYS: None (0) Motion Carries. PUBLIC COMMENTS President Keating asked if there were any public comments. Councilman Paul Pryzbylinsk, 1716 Washington Street, addressed the Board with his concerns regarding the plan for completely closing 11th Street; asking if there has been a traffic plan put together to address the needs of the area between Barker Avenue and 11th Street, and the one- way streets. Jeff Wright, City Engineer stated that during construction of the one-way streets, they will eventually become two-way streets, and that the streets are wide enough to become two-way during the time being. Captain Loniewski stated that those roads are narrow and he does not believe those roads will be able to become two-way. Councilman Paul Pryzbylinksi asked if there is a plan for emergency vehicles to get though and asked if anything is in writing regarding this. Further discussion ensued between Mayor Parry and Councilman Paul Pryzbylinksi regarding the drawings that show that these roads terminate in a one block radius of St. Mary’s Church, Marquette High School. BOARD COMMENTS Regular Zoom Meeting – February 22, 2022 Page 9 President Keating asked if there are any Board comments. Councilman Don Pryzybylinski addressed the Board revisiting the issue of more entrance ways being needed on 11th Street on both the East and West side and was glad to see that the administration listened and revised the plan; further expressing a concern for emergency vehicles to be able to navigate the one-way streets. President Keating asked if there are any Board comments; there was no response. ADJOURNMENT The presiding officer inquired whether there was anything else to be considered by the Board at this time and, there being none, asked for a motion to ADJOURN the meeting at approximately 9:36 a.m. Mayor Parry made the motion to Adjourn. The motion was seconded by Vice-President Vinson. AYES: Board of Public Works and Safety members Keating, Vinson, and Parry (3). NAYS: None (0). Motion Carries. _________________________________________ Gale A. Neulieb, City Clerk