Common Council

COMMON COUNCIL Mark Boice Mike Davis PROPOSED AGENDA Evan Elliott David M. Johnson Darren Peterson CITY HALL Pete Schwartz Aaron Smith Council Chamber Todd Thurston Megan G. Wiles COMMON COUNCIL TUESDAY, JUNE 24, 2025 – 6:00 PM CALL MEETING TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF EXECUTIVE SESSION MEMORANDUM: APPROVAL OF MINUTES: JUNE 10, 2025 APPROVAL OF AGENDA PETITIONS OR COMMENTS BY CITIZENS WHO ARE PRESENT MAYOR’S COMMENTS COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS APPROVAL OF CLAIMS NEW ORDINANCES FOR DISCUSSION ZONING MATTERS #19-06-25 COUNCIL TO CONSIDER ORDINANCE #19-06-25, AN ORDINANCE REGARDING A TEXT AMENDMENT TO ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. 39-8-07 FOR THE HAMILTON TOWN CENTER REDUCING THE MINIMUM LOT SIZE FOR TWO LOTS LOCATED AT 13078 TEGLER DRIVE AND PROPERTY ADJACENT TO THE EAST (AMY STEFFENS, DILLON REYNOLDS, SPACECO) COUNCIL COMMENTS ADJOURNMENT Page 1 of 1 COMMON COUNCIL CITY OF NOBLESVILLE JUNE 10, 2025 The Common Council of the City of Noblesville met in the Council chamber on Tuesday, June 10, 2025. Megan Wiles called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. pursuant to public notice with the following members present: Mark Boice, Mike Davis, Evan Elliott, Darren Peterson, Pete Schwartz, Aaron Smith, and Todd Thurston. David Johnson was absent. Also present were Mayor Chris Jensen, City Clerk Evelyn Lees, City Attorney Jonathan Hughes, a department director, staff, representatives of petitioners, interested citizens, and a member of the media. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mr. Thurston led the chamber in the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Ms. Lees called the roll. A quorum was present. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: MAY 27, 2025 Mr. Davis moved to approve the minutes, second Mr. Smith, eight ayes, motion carried. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Mr. Davis moved to approve the agenda, second Mr. Smith, eight ayes, motion carried. PETITIONS OR COMMENTS BY CITIZENS WHO ARE PRESENT There were no petitions to speak. MAYOR’S COMMENTS Mayor Jensen stated there would be a major road closure this summer at the intersection of Hague Road and State Road 32. He stated Hague Road was closed north of the intersection, and State Road 32 would close in early July, closing the entire intersection. He stated the closure was needed to build two pedestrian tunnels under the roads and construct a roundabout, finishing the last leg of the Pleasant Street project. He stated the full closure was expected to last 75 days. He stated more information could be found at www.reimaginepleasantst.com. He stated detours would include Little Chicago Road and State Road 38 to the north. He stated there had been questions concerning the red light at the intersection if Hague Road was closed. He stated the red light was for the safety of construction workers at the site. He urged patience while the project was under construction. Mayor Jensen stated Council Finance Committee heard a report last week on the City’s finances and a financial forecast for 2026. He stated the financial forecast had changed in the past six months due to tax restructuring by the legislature. He stated he had given guidelines to department heads for the budget. He encouraged the Council to meet with their assigned departments to review their budgets. Mayor Jensen stated he spoke to half of the G-League earlier that day at their eastern summit in Embassy Suites. He stated he hosted a tour of the Arena at Innovation Mile, where the Noblesville Boom G-League would play. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS Mr. Boice stated the Roads Committee met on June 6. He stated Phase II of the Pleasant Street project was back on schedule. He stated Hague Road was closed north of State Road 32, as the Mayor had mentioned. He stated a full green light at the intersection would be instated as soon as possible. He stated the Little Chicago Road over Morse Lake project ribbon cutting would be COMMON COUNCIL CITY OF NOBLESVILLE MAY 27, 2025, PAGE II June 13. He stated the vehicle road scan to determine road conditions and also measure sign reflectivity, was currently underway. He stated the Embrace Downtown project was being designed. He stated Main Street would hold a Downtown Business Summit on August 22. He stated the next public information meeting for Embrace Downtown was tentatively scheduled for September 25. He stated Logan and Clinton Streets east of 10th Street were surveyed and cleaned for the brick rehabilitation project. He stated 146th Street and Allisonville Road, which was a County project, would be open by the end of the year. He stated meetings continue with INDOT concerning the State Road 37 project through Noblesville, but there was not a construction schedule yet. Mr. Thurston stated 146th Street and Allisonville Road had opened that day, including the roundabout. He stated left turns were possible again. He stated there was one lane open in each direction. Mr. Smith stated the Finance Committee met on June 5. He stated the committee heard a preliminary revenue forecast that focused on impacts to the City’s budget by Senate Enrolled Act 1. He stated the forecast was for 2026 through 2029. He stated the Office of Finance and Accounting was working closely with the Indiana Department of Local Government Finance (DLGF) to understand the new legislation and how it would impact the budget. He stated they reviewed budget forecast risks. He stated they learned of the efforts by Accelerate Indiana Municipalities (AIM) to support cities and towns across the state. He stated he had asked Deputy Mayor Light to present the forecast information to the full Council. He stated the committee was unable to recommend approval of the claims due to lack of a quorum. APPROVAL OF CLAIMS Mr. Davis moved to approve the claims as presented, second Mr. Smith, eight ayes, motion carried. NEW ORDINANCES FOR DISCUSSION ZONING MATTERS #15-06-25 COUNCIL TO CONSIDER ORDINANCE #15-06-25, AN ORDINANCE FOR A CHANGE OF ZONING FROM R1 SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL TO R3 SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL FOR APPROXIMATELY 100 ACRES FOR PROPERTY NORTH OF EAST 191ST STREET AND EAST OF MOONTOWN ROAD (AMY STEFFENS, ATTORNEY JIM SHINAVER) Mr. Davis moved to introduce Ordinance #15-06-25, second Mr. Thurston. The ordinance was discussed with Ordinance #16-06-25. #16-06-25 COUNCIL TO CONSIDER ORDINANCE #16-06-25, AN ORDINANCE FOR A CHANGE OF ZONING FROM R3 SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL TO R3/PD RESIDENTIAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT, AND THE ADOPTION OF A PRELIMINARY DEVELOPMENT AND ORDINANCE FOR APPROXIMATELY 100 ACRES FOR PROPERTY NORTH OF EAST 191ST STREET AND EAST OF MOONTOWN ROAD, TO BE KNOWN AS BENDING BRANCH PLANNED DEVELOPMENT (AMY STEFFENS, ATTORNEY JIM SHINAVER) Mr. Davis moved to introduce Ordinance #16-06-25, second Mr. Smith. Senior Planner Amy Steffens displayed a map of the area. She stated Ordinance #15-06-25 proposed a change of zoning for 100 acres. She described uses of the surrounding properties. She stated the proposed development property contained a gas pipeline easement through the northern portion. She stated there would be a tree preservation area in a flood plain area on the property. She displayed a preliminary site plan. She stated Ordinance #16-06-25 proposed a planned development consisting of 184 single-family homes with ranches starting at 1,900 square feet and two-story homes starting at 2,200 square feet. She stated access would be available from 191st Street and from Moontown Road. She stated a number of waivers were requested. She stated the Plan COMMON COUNCIL CITY OF NOBLESVILLE MAY 27, 2025, PAGE III Commission recommended adoption with a vote of nine to one, with a stipulation for a 15-foot common area and tree preserve for peripheral properties. Jon Dobosiewicz of Nelson & Frankenberger LLC at 550 Congressional Boulevard in Carmel, addressed the Council on behalf of the petitioners. He stated commitments regarding rental restrictions identical to other agreements had been provided. Mr. Smith asked if front porches were discussed by the Architectural Review Board (ARB). Mr. Dobosiewicz replied not all homes would have front porches, but those that did would meet Mr. Smith’s requirements. Ms. Wiles asked what the lots marked with squares signified on the site plan. Mr. Dobosiewicz replied more architectural enhancements would be required on houses in those lots that were more visible to the public. Mr. Thurston asked if there had been any changes since the Plan Commission meeting. Mr. Dobosiewicz replied the only changes had been to reconcile the ordinance with the Plan Commission’s stipulations. Mr. Thurston stated he had suggested less density and more green space added throughout the development at the Plan Commission meeting, but he did not see them in the ordinance. Mr. Schwartz agreed with Mr. Thurston. Mr. Elliott asked where the houses would be placed on the lots. Mr. Dobosiewicz replied he did not have that information. Mr. Elliott stated some lots seem squeezed in. He stated five to seven lots seemed unsellable to him. He stated he liked the green space and ponds. Mr. Davis moved to approve Ordinances #15-06-25 and #16-06-25, second Mr. Peterson. The following roll call vote was taken for Ordinances #15-06-25 and #16-06-25: AYE: Mike Davis, Evan Elliott, Darren Peterson, Pete Schwartz, Aaron Smith, and Megan Wiles. NAY: Mark Boice and Todd Thurston. Six aye, two nay, motion carried. #17-06-25 COUNCIL TO CONSIDER ORDINANCE #17-06-25, AN ORDINANCE FOR A CHANGE OF ZONING FROM R1 SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL TO R3 SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL FOR APPROXIMATELY 93 ACRES FOR PROPERTY NORTH OF STATE ROAD 32, EAST OF LITTLE CHICAGO ROAD, AND WEST OF MILL CREEK ROAD (AMY STEFFENS, ATTORNEY JIM SHINAVER) Mr. Davis moved to introduce Ordinance #17-06-25, second Mr. Thurston. The ordinance was discussed with Ordinance #18-06-25. #18-06-25 COUNCIL TO CONSIDER ORDINANCE #18-06-25, AN ORDINANCE FOR A CHANGE OF ZONING FROM R3 SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL TO R3/PD RESIDENTIAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT, AND THE ADOPTION OF A PRELIMINARY DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND ORDINANCE FOR APPROXIMATELY 93 ACRES FOR PROPERTY NORTH OF STATE ROAD 32, EAST OF LITTLE CHICAGO ROAD, AND WEST OF MILL CREEK ROAD, TO BE KNOWN AS MONTCLAIRE PLANNED DEVELOPMENT (AMY STEFFENS, ATTORNEY JIM SHINAVER) Mr. Davis moved to introduce Ordinance #18-06-25, second Mr. Thurston. Senior Planner Amy Steffens displayed a map of the area. She stated Ordinance #17-06-25 proposed a change of zoning on approximately 93 acres. She described uses of the surrounding properties. She displayed a preliminary site plan. She stated Ordinance #18-06-25 proposed a planned development of 146 single-family, for-sale homes to be named Montclaire. She stated the single- story homes would range from 1,900 to 2,700 square feet, and two-story homes would range from 2,300 to 3,800 square feet. She stated some homes would have basements. She stated there would be access from Mill Creek Road and Little Chicago Road. She stated the Plan Commission granted several waivers. She stated there had been flooding near the site. She stated the Plan Commission required additional stipulations as a result. She reviewed additional COMMON COUNCIL CITY OF NOBLESVILLE MAY 27, 2025, PAGE IV stipulations. Mr. Hughes stated the Plan Commission required stipulations on the length of a cul- de-sac in the northwest corner of the development. He asked if the cul-de-sac had been shortened. Ms. Steffens replied yes, it was. She stated the Plan Commission agreed to 750 linear feet. Mr. Thurston stated Assistant City Engineer Jim Hellmann found no issues with the remedy at the Plan Commission meeting. Mr. Dobosiewicz replied they had worked with the Engineering Department on the site plan. He displayed a map of the area showing the Carter parcel, which would be surrounded on three sides by the development. He stated in order to increase connectivity for pedestrian safety, M/I had agreed to extend the path across the Carter parcel if they could reach an agreement for purchase of the additional right-of-way. He stated pedestrian safety was one of the biggest concerns at the neighborhood meeting. He stated all homes would have side-load garages and four-sided architecture, including masonry on all four sides. He stated lot size would be a minimum of 11,000 square feet. Mr. Davis moved to approve Ordinances #17-06-25 and #18-06-25, second Mr. Peterson. The following roll call vote was taken for Ordinances #17-06-25 and #18-06-25 as presented: AYE: Mike Davis, Evan Elliott, Darren Peterson, Pete Schwartz, Aaron Smith, Todd Thurston, and Megan Wiles. NAY: Mark Boice. Seven aye, one nay, motion carried. COUNCIL COMMENTS Mr. Thurston congratulated the Noblesville High School boys golf team, who won the sectional title yesterday and advanced to the regionals. Ms. Wiles stated Downtown was very busy. She stated last weekend the Lions Club held their pork chop dinner and pancake breakfast. She stated the coming weekend would see Hatch Fest along with the St. Michael’s Episcopal Church Strawberry Festival. Mayor Jensen wished everyone a Happy Father’s Day. Ms. Wiles also wished everyone a Happy Father’s Day. She urged patience during the closure of State Road 32 and Hague Road. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the Common Council this 10th day of June 2025, Ms. Wiles adjourned the meeting. _________________________________ MEGAN WILES, PRESIDENT ATTEST: ___________________________________ EVELYN L. LEES, CLERK  Common Council Agenda Item Cover Sheet MEETING DATE: June 24, 2025 ☐ Previously Discussed Ordinance ☐ Proposed Development Presentation ☒ New Ordinance for Discussion ☐ Miscellaneous ☐ Transfer ITEM or ORDINANCE: #19-06-25 PRESENTED BY: Amy Steffens, Dillon Reynolds, Spaceo ☒ Information Attached ☐ Verbal ☐ No Paperwork at Time of Packets