Hobart public meetings in 2023

City Council

The regular Common Council meeting scheduled for December 20, 2023, at 6:00 PM has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

Board of Public Works and Safety

The Hobart Board of Public Works and Safety will hold a regular meeting to approve claims and consider several new business items. These include a tree removal request, additional streets for INDOT mileage certification, a plat amendment, a construction inspection contract, and signing of mylars for a proposed subdivision. No unfinished business or unsafe building authority matters are on the agenda.

• Tree removal request at 912 E. Home Ave. by Madeline Estrada
• Approval of additional streets for INDOT mileage certification
• Consideration of Certificate of Amendment for Cressmoor Estates, Phase 7
• Construction inspection contract for 61st Ave & Marcella Roundabout with BF&S
• Signing of mylars for proposed 2-lot subdivision Backwoods Acres, 10 acres, zoned R-1

Historic Preservation Commission

This meeting of the Hobart Historic Preservation Commission has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for January 16, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled

Sanitary and Stormwater District Board

The Hobart Sanitary and Stormwater District Board will discuss and consider several operational items, including a committee recommendation for a 2024 GIS/CityWorks RFQ, a temporary contract extension with GTG, 2024 Wessler task orders for MS4/IPP compliance, and a financial management agreement with Baker Tilly. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and a project update on the Main Lift Station & Force Main.

• Discussion/consideration of 2024 GIS/CityWorks RFQ Committee Recommendation
• Discussion/consideration of GTG-Temporary GIS/CityWorks Contract Extension
• Discussion/consideration of 2024 Wessler Task Orders and Addendums for MS4/IPP Compliance
• Discussion/consideration of Baker Tilly Financial Management Agreement
• Discussion/consideration of 2024 HSD GI Maintenance Cost Estimate

Redevelopment Commission

The Hobart Redevelopment Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, covering approval of the prior meeting's minutes, the treasurer's report, and several registers of claims (bills to be paid), including those tied to a 2020 bond and a 2022 economic development revenue bond. The commission will also consider adopting its meeting schedule for 2024 and hear a staff report.

• Approval of minutes from November 20, 2023 regular meeting
• Approval of Register of Claims
• Approval of 2020 Bond Register of Claims
• Approval of Economic Development Revenue Bond, Series 2022 Register of Claims
• Proposed 2024 RDC Regular Meeting Schedule

Hobart Fire Civil Service Commission

The Hobart Fire Civil Service Commission is meeting to handle administrative items, including electing a fire commissioner, introducing the newly elected mayor, proposing a new hiring list for 2024, and finalizing attorney compensation. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings.

• Fire Commissioner Election
• Introduce newly elected Mayor Josh Huddlestun
• Propose to start new hiring list for 2024
• Finalize compensation for Attorney wages
• Approval of minutes from September 14th meeting

Sanitary and Stormwater District Board

The December 12, 2023 meeting of the Hobart Sanitary District / Storm Water Management Board was cancelled due to lack of business. No decisions or discussions took place.

• Meeting cancelled for lack of business

Plan Commission

The Hobart Plan Commission will consider several subdivision plats, site plans, and a public hearing for a proposed 67-lot subdivision. Items include final plats for Hickory Hollow and Quick Run, preliminary plats for Redwood-Hobart and Kapitan's Subdivision, and site plans for a sign, canopies, a fire damage rebuild, and a fill proposal.

• Final plat for 67-lot Hickory Hollow subdivision (23-12)
• Final plat for 1-lot Quick Run subdivision at US 30 & Clay St. (23-26A)
• Public hearing for 1-lot Redwood-Hobart subdivision at US 30 & Grand Blvd. (23-23A)
• Site plan for 15'x10' 27' tall sign at Clay St. & US 30 (23-33)
• Site plan for 12,000 cubic yards of fill at Mississippi St. & Silverstone Pkwy. (23-37)

Maria Reiner Center Board

The Maria Reiner Center Board of Directors is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes and claims, review financial reports, and discuss the executive director's report, which includes a bake sale recap, the upcoming Christmas party, and a fundraiser scheduled for March 24. The meeting is largely routine administrative business.

• Approval of minutes from Nov. 1 regular meeting
• Approval of claims and financial reports
• Christmas Party scheduled for Dec. 8
• Fundraiser at Hobart Moose on March 24
• 2024 meeting schedule change: last Thursday of month, no meetings in Nov/Dec

Board of Zoning Appeals

The regularly scheduled meeting for December 7, 2023, was cancelled. The notice states the cancellation is due to lack of business.

City Council

The Hobart Common Council will hold its regular meeting on December 6, 2023, at 6:00 P.M. in City Hall. The agenda includes unfinished business on a tabled request for a use variance to allow a boat and trailer dealership at 603 S. Wisconsin St., plus new business on two resolutions: one to transfer appropriations for 2023 expenditures, and one to rescind a predevelopment agreement with Becknell Industrial, LLC. The meeting also includes recognition of a teacher and SRO officer, and standard procedural items.

• Tabled request for use variance for boat & trailer dealership at 603 S. Wisconsin St., zoned R-1, 0.248 acres, by Baitmasters, LLC
• Resolution 2023-23: Authorization to Transfer Appropriations for 2023 Expenditures
• Resolution 2023-24: Rescinding Predevelopment Agreement with Becknell Industrial, LLC (with City, Sanitary District, Storm Water Dept., Redevelopment Commission)
• Recognition of Veteran's Elementary School Teacher Erica McDermott and SRO Officer Bisig

Board of Public Works and Safety

The Hobart Board of Public Works and Safety will meet to consider several resolutions, including rescinding a predevelopment agreement with Becknell Industrial, authorizing a special purchase of a debris collector, and encumbering 2023 budget balances. The board will also discuss sidewalk waivers, a police discipline dismissal, one-way street requests, signage, and a professional services agreement for the Colorado St. Connector Road.

• Resolution 2023-08: Rescind predevelopment agreement with Becknell Industrial, LLC
• Resolution 2023-09: Authorize special purchase of 25 cubic yard truck-mounted debris collector for stormwater management
• Resolution 2023-07: Encumber remaining 2023 appropriation balances
• Sidewalk waiver request for 111 N. Lake Park Ave.
• Professional services agreement for Colorado St. Connector Road with BF&S

Sanitary and Stormwater District Board

The Sanitary and Stormwater District Board will discuss and consider a resolution to rescind the Becknell Pre-Development Agreement and a change order for the SCADA system. They will also consider purchasing a leaf machine and approving a storm water bond payment.

• Joint Resolution 2023-01: Rescinding Resolution 2022-01 and the Becknell Pre-Development Agreement
• SCADA Change Order #1: Discussion/Consideration
• Request to Purchase Leaf Machine: Discussion/Consideration
• Storm Water Bond Payment #43: Consideration

Historic Preservation Commission

The Hobart Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to consider two new business items: signage for Lotus Landing at 610 E 3rd Street and an exterior rehabilitation project for Public Bar & Rec at 332-336 Main Street. The agenda also includes staff comments on a CLG report finding review and new district guidelines review. Public comment will be heard.

• HPC 23-07: Lotus Landing, 610 E 3rd Street, WDW & wall signage
• HPC 23-08: 332-336 Main Street, Public Bar & Rec, exterior rehab
• Staff comment: CLG report finding review
• Staff comment: New district guidelines review

Redevelopment Commission

The Hobart Redevelopment Commission is meeting to consider several resolutions, including rescinding a predevelopment agreement with Becknell Industrial, LLC, and repaying a temporary fund transfer between economic development areas. They will also award 2024 education and workforce training grants and approve various claims.

• Resolution 2023-08: Rescinding predevelopment agreement with Becknell Industrial, LLC
• Resolution 2023-09: Repayment of temporary fund transfer from State Road 130 & Downtown EDA to US 30 & 69th Avenue EDA
• Award of 2024 Education & Workforce Training Grant(s) and contract approval
• Approval of registers of claims for 2020 bond and 2022 economic development revenue bond

City Council

The Hobart Common Council will hold its regular meeting on November 15, 2023, addressing a tabled use variance for a boat and trailer dealership, a second reading of a fee ordinance, and several new business items including accepting two private streets, a resolution on alcohol permit guidelines, an interlocal agreement for paving, and two ordinances related to temporary loans and budget transfers. The meeting also includes routine items like minutes approval and announcements.

• Use variance for boat & trailer dealership at 603 S. Wisconsin St. (Baitmasters, LLC)
• Ordinance 2023-27 (2nd reading): fees for municipal services
• Acceptance of private streets Coral Cove and Grand Isle Court into public inventory
• Interlocal agreement with New Chicago for paving 37th Ave.
• Ordinance 2023-28: temporary loans and tax anticipation warrants via Indiana Bond Bank

Board of Public Works and Safety

The Board of Public Works and Safety will consider a sidewalk waiver request for 2 West Old Ridge Road. The meeting also includes a request for final acceptance and bond release for the Eagle Creek Subdivision and a change order for the 82nd Ave. Project.

• Sidewalk waiver request for 2 West Old Ridge Road
• Final acceptance and bond release for Eagle Creek Subdivision
• Final change order for 82nd Ave. Project (G.E. Marshall)

Sanitary and Stormwater District Board

The Hobart Sanitary and Stormwater District Board will discuss and consider several items, including a request for proposals for Duck Creek Phase 2, repairs to Lift Station #7's spare pump, and a budget revision ordinance. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes and agenda.

• Duck Creek Phase 2 RFP: Discussion / Consideration
• Lift Station #7 Spare Pump Repairs: Discussion / Consideration
• Budget Revision Ordinance: Discussion / Consideration

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners will meet to approve previous minutes and the register of claims. The agenda includes a discussion regarding Sandy O’Brien.

• Discussion regarding Sandy O’Brien

Redevelopment Commission

The Grant Committee of the Hobart Redevelopment Commission will hold a meeting on November 6, 2023. The agenda contains only the formal notice of the meeting and does not list specific items for discussion or decision.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The regularly scheduled meeting for November 2, 2023, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of business.

Plan Commission

The Hobart Plan Commission is meeting to consider several development requests, including a tabled 67-lot subdivision, a proposed gas station/truck stop, a car wash sign, a 2-lot subdivision, and AT&T antenna installation. They will also revisit a site plan for the Quick Run gas station and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Final plat for Hickory Hollow, a 67-lot subdivision on 32.5 acres near 61st Ave. & Arizona St. (tabled from prior meeting)
• Final plat for Quick Run Subdivision, a gas station/convenience store/truck stop on 6 acres at US 30 & Clay St.
• Site plan for a new Family Express Car Wash sign at Lake Park Ave. & Old Ridge Rd.
• Preliminary plat for Backwoods Acres, a 2-lot subdivision on 10 acres near Hobart Rd. & 10th St.
• Site plan for AT&T antennas and ground equipment on 21.359 acres near Grand Blvd. & Ainsworth Rd.

Maria Reiner Center Board

The board will review grant information, recent community events, and upcoming activities including a Veterans Day luncheon, holiday bake sale, and Christmas party. Financial reports and claims will also be approved.

• Grant info recap
• Veterans Day luncheon on Nov. 9
• Bake Sale at Holiday Market on Nov. 26
• Christmas Party on Dec. 8
• Board of Directors sponsor breakfast on Dec. 5

City Council

The Hobart Common Council will hold its regular meeting on November 1, 2023, with several items on the agenda. Key actions include a resolution to terminate tax abatements and rescind a development agreement for Lineage Logistics, and a tabled request for a use variance for a boat and trailer dealership. The council will also consider budget transfers and fee amendments.

• Resolution 2023-21: Rescinding tax abatements and development agreement for Lineage Logistics, 2201 Northwind Parkway
• Tabled use variance request for boat & trailer dealership at 603 S. Wisconsin St. (Baitmasters, LLC)
• Ordinance 2023-26: Transferring appropriations within 2023 General Fund (Sanitation and Park & Recreation)
• Ordinance 2023-27: Amending municipal code for fees and charges for municipal services
• Resolution 2023-20: Honoring Judge William J. Longer

Board of Public Works and Safety

The Hobart Board of Public Works and Safety is meeting to discuss several items, including a resolution to rescind a previous development agreement, requests for one-way streets, a tree removal, and temporary parking during construction. The board will also approve claims and minutes from the previous meeting.

• Resolution 2023-06: Rescinding Resolution 2023-03, withdrawing approval of a development agreement
• Request for one-way street on Home Ave. (eastbound, Delaware St. to Wisconsin St.)
• Request for one-way streets on Coral Cove and Grand Isle Court (Barrington Islands Townhomes)
• Request for tree removal at 1070 Capitol Dr.
• Request for temporary street parking in a no-parking zone at 1 N. Pennsylvania St. (New Life Community Church)

Sanitary and Stormwater District Board

The Hobart Sanitary and Stormwater District Board will discuss and consider several items, including a supplemental agreement for the Main Lift Station and Force Main sewer improvement project, a sanitary sewer capacity study, a FOG permit fee resolution, and various lift station repairs. The board will also consider approving a storm water bond payment.

• Main Lift Station & Force Main Sewer Improvement Supplemental Agreement No. 5
• Resolution 2023-01: FOG Permit Fee
• IPP Surcharge Billing
• Emergency Pump Repair and other lift station repairs
• Storm Water Bond Payment #42

Redevelopment Commission

The Hobart Redevelopment Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially approve several items, including an update on the US 30 & 69th Avenue TIF amendment, approval of education and workforce training grant reports from two school corporations, and approval of claims registers. The meeting is rescheduled from its usual date.

• US 30 & 69th Avenue TIF Amendment Update – Baker Tilly
• Approval of Education & Workforce Training Grant Report (#3-2023) - Merrillville Community School Corporation (MCSC)
• Approval of Education & Workforce Training Grant Report (#3-2023) - School City of Hobart (SCOH)
• Approval of Register of Claims
• Approval of 2020 Bond Register of Claims and Economic Development Revenue Bond, Series 2022 Register of Claims

City Council

The Common Council's regular meeting scheduled for October 18, 2023, at 6:00 PM has been cancelled. Instead, the Council invites the public to a dedication ceremony at 5:00 PM to name the 34th Street Bridge over Lake George in honor of Mayor Brian K. Snedecor. The agenda contains no other business items.

• Regular meeting cancelled for October 18, 2023
• Dedication ceremony to name 34th Street Bridge over Lake George in honor of Mayor Brian K. Snedecor
• Ceremony at 5:00 PM near the walkway under the bridge

Historic Preservation Commission

The Hobart Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review a CLG (Certified Local Government) report finding and to review historic district guidelines. The agenda includes standard items like call to order, pledge, roll call, minutes approval, and public comment. No specific decisions or dollar amounts are listed.

• CLG report finding review
• Historic district guidelines review
• Public comment period

Sanitary and Stormwater District Board

The Sanitary District / Storm Water Management Board meeting scheduled for October 10, 2023, has been cancelled for lack of business. No items were discussed or decided. The agenda lists only next resolution numbers for sanitary, stormwater, and joint matters.

• Meeting cancelled for lack of business
• Next resolution numbers listed: Sanitary 2023-01, Storm Water 2023-01, Joint 2023-01

Board of Park Commissioners

The Hobart Board of Park Commissioners is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda consists of standard procedural items including approval of the agenda, minutes from the September 11 meeting, and the register of claims, followed by reports from the director, plan commission, common council, and school board. No new or old business is listed, indicating a routine administrative session.

• Approval of minutes from September 11, 2023 regular meeting
• Approval of register of claims
• Director report
• Plan commission report
• Common council report

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Hobart Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on four variance requests: one to allow RV display and sales with a reduced side yard setback, one to exceed the maximum sign height by 34 feet for a pole sign, and two related to a 6-foot chain link fence at a painting company property. No old business is on the agenda.

• Variance 23-15: encroach into side yard setback at 3717 E. 82nd Ct. to display and sell RVs
• Variance 23-16: exceed 6-foot height limit by 34 feet for a pole sign at US 30 & Clay St.
• Variance 23-17: allow 6-foot chain link fence on sides and front at 2880 E. 84th Pl.
• Variance 23-17A: extend maximum uninterrupted fence length for uncoated galvanized chain link fence at same property
• Discussion item: extend conditional use approval for Stackhouse Power battery storage facility (BZA 22-19)

Plan Commission

The Hobart Plan Commission will hold public hearings and vote on several site plans and subdivisions, including a 67-lot residential subdivision, a gas station/truck stop, and an oil change facility. The agenda also includes old business items such as a storage building completion and a one-lot subdivision.

• Hickory Hollow: 67-lot subdivision on 32.5 acres near 61st Ave. & Arizona St.
• Quick Run LLC: gas station/convenience store/truck stop on 6 acres at US 30 & Clay St.
• Strickland Brothers Oil Change facility at 8150 Ridge Road
• Redwood USA LLC: single-family apartment neighborhood on 23.29 acres at Grand Blvd. & US 30
• Grand Trunk Storage Depot: site plan for storage building completion at 7190 Grand Blvd.

Sanitary and Stormwater District Board

The Hobart Sanitary/Stormwater District Board is holding a special meeting to discuss and consider approval of Abonmarche Change Order #1. The agenda includes routine items such as pledge, roll call, and agenda approval.

• Discussion and consideration of Abonmarche Change Order #1

City Council

The Hobart Common Council will hold public hearings on two resolutions related to property tax abatements for Patriot Truss & Components, LLC at 8328 Colorado St., and consider a development agreement with the company. The council will also take up tabled items including a use variance for a boat and trailer dealership at 603 S. Wisconsin St. and the 2024 salary ordinance, plus final adoption of the 2024 budget.

• Public hearing: Resolution 2023-19 waiving noncompliance for Patriot Truss tax abatement statement
• Public hearing: Resolution 2023-16 confirming Economic Revitalization Area designation for Patriot Truss
• Resolution 2023-18: Development agreement between City and Patriot Truss & Components, LLC
• Tabled: Use variance for boat & trailer dealership at 603 S. Wisconsin St. (Baitmasters, LLC)
• Ordinance 2023-19 (2nd reading): 2024 budget appropriations and tax rates

Board of Public Works and Safety

The Hobart Board of Public Works and Safety is meeting to handle routine business and several public safety items. They will consider a development agreement with Patriot Truss & Components, a change order for the Festival Park restroom pavilion, and a request to make Home Avenue one-way. The board will also review tree removal requests, a street light request, and a disciplinary matter involving a police officer.

• Resolution 2023-05: Development agreement between City of Hobart and Patriot Truss & Components, LLC
• Change Order 2: Restroom Pavilion Addition, Festival Park
• Request for One-Way Street: East bound Home Ave., Delaware St. to Wisconsin St.
• Notice of Discipline / Request for Dismissal: D'Andre Spears
• Tree removal requests: 391 N. Wabash St. and 1246 Independence Dr.

Maria Reiner Center Board

The board will approve claims for August and September, review financial reports, and discuss upcoming events including a health fair, Halloween party, and Veterans Day luncheon.

• Approval of minutes from July 27, 2023 regular meeting
• Approval of claims for August and September
• Review of individual fund balances and expenses
• Discussion of upcoming events: health fair (Oct. 20), Halloween party (Oct. 31), Veterans Day luncheon (Nov. 9), bake sale (Nov. 26), Christmas party (Dec. 8)

Sanitary and Stormwater District Board

The Hobart Sanitary and Storm Water District Board will consider the 2024 HSD budget, a change order for Abonmarche sewer rehabilitation, and storm water bond payments. They will also discuss monitoring for Duck Creek Phase 1, a minimum fee for St. Mary's Hospital IPP surcharges, Cityworks support services, the STW manual, and a possible increase in HSD payment to the FOG inspector.

• 2024 HSD Budget: Discussion / Consideration
• Abonmarche Sewer Rehabilitation Change Order for PPI: Discussion / Consideration
• Abonmarche Consultants, Inc. – Storm Water Bond Payment #40 & #41: Consideration
• Duck Creek Phase 1-Monitoring: Discussion/Consideration
• St. Mary's Hospital-Minimum Fee to Process IPP Surcharges: Discussion

City Council

The Hobart Common Council will hold a public hearing on the 2024 budget and appropriations, and consider the second reading of a salary ordinance for city officers and employees. The council will also vote on transferring funds within the 2023 budget, adjusting part-time pay ranges for City Court, and naming the 3rd Street Bridge over Lake George. A tabled request for a use variance for a boat and trailer dealership at 603 S. Wisconsin St. remains on the agenda.

• Public hearing: Ordinance 2023-19, 2024 Budget appropriations and tax rates
• Tabled: Ordinance 2023-14 (2nd reading), 2024 salary ordinance for officers and employees
• Ordinance 2023-23: Transfer appropriations within 2023 General Fund for Recycling, City Garage, Economic Development
• Ordinance 2023-24: Amend hourly compensation range for part-time City Court employees
• Resolution 2023-17: Name the 3rd Street Bridge over Lake George

Board of Public Works and Safety

The Hobart Board of Public Works and Safety is meeting to consider several requests, including sidewalk dining for SIPs Coffee House, a street light, tree removal, a school bus stop sign, and stop signs at two intersections. They will also review a long-term maintenance agreement and a filing fee refund.

• Sidewalk dining approval: 310 Main St. (SIPs Coffee House)
• Street light request: 5570 Swift St.
• Tree removal from easement: 3701 E. 34th Pl.
• Stop signs at 49th Ave. & Driftwood and W. 3rd St. & S. LaSalle St.
• Long-term maintenance agreement with Pulse Technology: 3801 E. Lincoln Highway

Historic Preservation Commission

The Hobart Historic Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for September 19, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is set for October 17, 2023.

• Meeting cancelled

Redevelopment Commission

The Hobart Redevelopment Commission will hold its regular meeting to discuss and potentially approve several items, including façade grant requests for 524 E. 3rd Street, engagement letters for amending the US 30 & 69th Avenue TIF, and next steps for the 61st Avenue and Wisconsin Street roundabout. They will also consider a 2024 education and workforce training grant and appoint a grant committee.

• Façade grant extension and payment for 524 E. 3rd Street (Wendy Race)
• Approval of engagement letters for US 30 & 69th Avenue TIF amendment (Baker Tilly, Barnes & Thornburg)
• Discussion on next steps for 61st Avenue and Wisconsin Street roundabout
• 2024 Education & Workforce Training Grant
• Appointment of Grant Committee

Sanitary and Stormwater District Board

The Hobart Sanitary and Stormwater District Board will consider several operational items including a change directive for sewer rehabilitation, a lift station repair, and a budget revision ordinance. The 2024 HSD budget is also up for discussion. The meeting includes approval of minutes from two prior meetings.

• Abonmarche Sewer Rehabilitation Change Directive No. 2: discussion/consideration
• Lift Station #22 Repair: discussion/consideration
• Budget Revision Ordinance: discussion/consideration
• 2024 HSD Budget: discussion/consideration
• Plumbing for GI Maintenance at City Hall: discussion/consideration

The Hobart Sanitary and Stormwater Board approved several contracts, including a $44,500 task order for Abonmarche sewer rehabilitation and a $40,000 amendment to the Wessler Task Order. It also approved smaller purchases for plumbing, lift‑station repairs, and a dump‑truck repair. The 2024 draft budget was tabled until the next meeting.

• Approved updated GSA with Abonmarche (4-0)
• Approved plumbing quote for City Hall spigot, $1,650.00 (4-0)
• Approved Abonmarche Task Order #1, not‑to‑exceed $44,500.00 (4-0)
• Approved amendment to Wessler Task Order #4, $40,000.00 (4-0)
• Ratified lift station #22 repair with Austgen Electric, $1,822.00 (4-0)
• Approved dump‑truck #85 repair parts, $11,174.02 (4-0)
• Approved budget revision ordinance (4-0)
• Tabled 2024 draft budget until next meeting (4-0)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Hobart Board of Park Commissioners is holding a regular meeting with a standard agenda including call to order, pledge, roll call, approval of agenda and minutes from August 14, 2023, approval of register of claims, and reports from the director, plan commission, and common council. No specific new or old business items are listed, and the meeting appears to be primarily procedural.

• Approval of minutes from August 14, 2023 regular meeting
• Approval of register of claims (no dollar amounts listed)
• Director report on parks and recreation operations
• Plan Commission and Common Council reports

The Board approved the meeting agenda and the register of claims. The Park Director provided updates on the pool liner, destination playground, and gym renovations, and reported a Lakefront profit of $26,167.21.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Accepted September 11, 2023 minutes (3-0)
• Approved register of claims (3-0)

Redevelopment Commission

The Hobart Redevelopment Commission and Board of Works and Safety will hold a joint work session at the roundabout at 61st Avenue and Wisconsin Street to discuss future landscaping and hardscaping. This is a discussion-only session, with no formal decisions or votes scheduled.

• Discussion of landscaping and hardscaping at 61st Avenue and Wisconsin Street roundabout

The Redevelopment Commission and Board of Public Works and Safety met at the 61st Ave & Wisconsin St roundabout to discuss potential modifications. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the memorandum.

Plan Commission

The Hobart Plan Commission will consider several items, including a rezoning request, subdivision plats, and site plans for commercial and city projects. Public hearings and votes are scheduled for these items.

• Rezone 0.3512 acre at Lake Park Ave & 10th St from R-2 to PUD
• Replat of Lot 1 Robbins Addition for 1-lot subdivision
• Hickory Hollow: 67-lot subdivision on 32.5 acres near 61st Ave & Arizona St
• Site plan for Team Honda at 4613 US 30: car wash, 6 service bays, canopy, parking
• Site plan for DSW Shoe Warehouse at 2520 E 79th Ave: convert retail space into 2 spaces

The Commission granted a preliminary plat for the Hickory Hollow subdivision subject to numerous engineering and drainage contingencies. Two petitions were removed for lack of prosecution, and a site plan for Team Honda was approved contingent on updated plans.

• Approved preliminary plat for Hickory Hollow 67-lot subdivision with contingencies (9-0)
• Removed Petition 23-05 (Robert Hennessey rezone) for lack of prosecution (9-0)
• Removed Petition 23-05A (Robert Hennessey replat) for lack of prosecution (9-0)
• Tabled site plan for Grand Trunk Storage Depot
• Tabled 1-lot subdivision for 1000 Georgiana Street (9-0)
• Approved Team Honda site plan contingent on updated plans (9-0)
• Approved DSW Shoe Warehouse site plan (9-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The regularly scheduled September 7, 2023 meeting of the Hobart Board of Zoning Appeals has been cancelled because there were no items to consider. No decisions or discussions will take place.

City Council

The Hobart Common Council will hold second readings on several ordinances setting 2024 salaries for city officers, police, firefighters, and elected officials, plus a PUD amendment for St. Mary Medical Center. New business includes first reading of the 2024 budget ordinance (public hearing Sept. 20), approval of the 2040 Comprehensive Plan, and a tax abatement request for Patriot Truss & Components. The meeting also revisits a tabled use variance for a boat and trailer dealership.

• Ordinance 2023-14: 2024 city employee salaries (replaces 2022-23)
• Ordinance 2023-15/16/17: 2024 salaries for police, fire, elected officials
• Ordinance 2023-21: 5% PUD amendment for St. Mary Medical Center, 1500 S. Lake Park Ave.
• Ordinance 2023-19: 2024 budget appropriations and tax rates (public hearing Sept. 20)
• Resolution 2023-15: Personal property tax abatement for Patriot Truss & Components, 8328 Colorado St.

The Common Council approved the 2040 Comprehensive Plan for Future Land Use and passed several ordinances fixing 2024 salaries for police, firefighters, and elected officials. The Council also approved a PUD amendment for St. Mary Medical Center and advanced the 2024 budget to a public hearing.

• Approved 2040 Comprehensive Plan for Future Land Use (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-15 fixing 2024 Police Department salaries (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-16 fixing 2024 Firefighter salaries (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-17 fixing 2024 Elected Official salaries (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-18 fixing 2024 Municipal Utilities officer compensation (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-21 amending PUD for St. Mary Medical Center (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-15 for Patriot Truss & Components tax abatement (6-1)
• Tabled Ordinance 2023-14 regarding 2024 officer and employee salaries (7-0)

Board of Public Works and Safety

The Hobart Board of Public Works and Safety will hold a regular meeting to consider various permits and requests, including sidewalk dining, topsoil placement, no-parking signs, a street light, tree planting, a change order, and an indemnification agreement. They will also receive updates on property violations and an unsafe building.

• Sidewalk dining approval for SIPs Coffee House at 310 Main St.
• Excess topsoil placement in right-of-way for Lineage Logistics expansion at 2201 Northwind Pkwy.
• No parking signs (3-5 a.m., tow-away zone) at 230 Main St. (Art Theatre)
• Change Order No. 2 for Wisconsin St. & 61st Ave. medians with Milestone Contractors
• Soil gas ports installation in right-of-way at 33 Main St. (Hobart Laundry)

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved several infrastructure requests, including median concrete work and tree removals. It also waived fines for a property in compliance and approved temporary topsoil placement in a right-of-way.

• Approved Change Order No. 2 for Wisconsin St. & 61 Ave. medians not to exceed $118,000.00 (3-0)
• Waived all fines and closed property violation case for 7931 Iowa St. (3-0)
• Approved $3,000 contract with Edmonds for tree removal at 94 W. 3 St. (3-0)
• Approved temporary excess topsoil placement at 2201 Northwind Pkwy. (3-0)
• Approved additional 'No Parking between 3am — 5am' signage at 230 Main St. (3-0)
• Approved planting up to 2 trees at 1032 Lincoln St. (3-0)
• Approved indemnification agreement and gas port installation at 33 Main St. (3-0)
• Tabled sidewalk dining request for 310 Main St. and street light request for 5570 Swift St. (3-0)

Sanitary and Stormwater District Board

The board will discuss and consider several contracts, including a Duck Creek Phase 2 subaward agreement with Delta and a Phase 1 monitoring contract with Merjent. A proposed revision to St. Mary's Hospital billing will also be discussed. The meeting includes approval of minutes, financial reports, and storm water bond payments.

• Duck Creek Phase 2 Sub Award Agreement with Delta: Discussion/Consideration
• Duck Creek Phase 1 Monitoring Contract with Merjent: Discussion/Consideration
• Revising current billing for St. Mary's Hospital: Discussion
• Pro-Pump Quote for Pump Repair: Discussion/Consideration
• Storm Water Bond Payments: Abonmarche Consultants, Inc. ($38) and Sweney Electric, Inc. ($39)

The Board approved several infrastructure payments, including multi-million dollar disbursements for the main lift station project. They also authorized a pump repair and a contract amendment for pipe cleaning. A contract with Merjent for water monitoring was tabled for further review.

• Approved $2,226,881.00 bond disbursement for Kokosing Industrial, Inc. and $189,904.17 for debt service (5-0)
• Approved $3,000,076.80 disbursement request for Kokosing Industrial, Inc. and BF&S (5-0)
• Approved $7,375.00 Pro Pump quote for lift station #7 repair (5-0)
• Approved contract amendment with Absolute Pipe for easement cleaning (5-0)
• Approved Duck Creek Phase 2 Sub-Award agreement with Delta Institute (5-0)
• Approved RFQ for GIS consultant services subject to legal approval (5-0)
• Tabled contract with Merjent for water monitoring (5-0)
• Approved $842,806.34 in monthly invoice claims (5-0)

Redevelopment Commission

The Hobart Redevelopment Commission will hold its regular meeting, covering routine approvals and several project updates. Key items include a resolution to reimburse the Board of Works for intersection improvements at 61st Avenue and Wisconsin Street, a discussion on a TIF amendment and tax appeal, and updates on infrastructure projects including the 82nd Avenue extension.

• Resolution No. 2023-07 authorizing reimbursement to the Board of Works for 61st Avenue & Wisconsin Street intersection improvements
• TIF Amendment (US 30 & 69th Avenue TIF) and tax appeal discussion with Baker Tilly
• 61st Avenue Roundabout Study update from American Structurepoint
• 82nd Avenue Extension Project status report
• Approval of Education & Workforce Training Grant Report (#2-2023) from School City of Hobart

The Commission authorized staff to identify parcels for removal from the US 30 & 69th Avenue Allocation Area #1 to mitigate financial risks from tax appeals. The board also received updates on several infrastructure projects, including the US 30 and Colorado Street safety project.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved July 10, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved request for staff to compile a list of recommended parcels for removal from US 30 & 69th Avenue Allocation Area #1 and prepare a planning calendar for amendment (4-0)

Board of Public Works and Safety

The Hobart Board of Public Works and Safety will hold a regular meeting with several items for consideration. They will continue discussions on a supplemental agreement for 3rd Street improvements and a school zone sign request, and consider new items including sidewalk dining for SIP Coffee House, a block party request, and signing of mylars for the St. Mary Medical Center development plan. The board will also receive an update on an unsafe building at 4035 Missouri St.

• Continued: Supplemental Agreement No. 1 for 3rd St. from Ash St. to E. Park Ave. (First Group Engineering)
• Continued: Request for 'School Zone' sign on S. Linda St. (Trinity Lutheran School)
• Sidewalk dining approval for SIP Coffee House at 310 Main St.
• Block party request for Howard Ct. on August 26 (Matthew Valuckis, 1504 Howard Ct.)
• Signing of mylars for 5th Amended Development Plan: St. Mary Medical Center, 1500 S. Lake Park Ave., zoned PUD, 36.93 acres

The Board approved two engineering contracts with First Group for Community Crossings projects. Other actions included approving a school zone sign installation and a development plan amendment for St. Mary Medical Center.

• Approved Supplemental Agreement No. 1 for 3 St. inspection services not to exceed $475,100 (3-0)
• Approved Design Engineering Contract for LaSalle St. & 49th Ave. not to exceed $180,665 (3-0)
• Approved installation of School Zone signage on S. Linda St. provided school purchases the sign (3-0)
• Approved 5th Amended Development Plan for St. Mary Medical Center at 1500 S. Lake Park Ave. (3-0)
• Approved barricades for Howard Court block party on August 26 (3-0)
• Tabled sidewalk dining request for 310 Main St. until September 6 (3-0)
• Reduced fines to $500 for 4035 Missouri St. with full waiver if occupancy permit obtained by Dec 1, 2023 (3-0)
• Accepted register of claims and payroll claims (3-0)

City Council

The Hobart Common Council is meeting in executive session to discuss litigation strategy, specifically regarding initiation of litigation or litigation that is pending or threatened in writing. This is a closed session, not open to the public, and no decisions or votes are scheduled.

• Executive session for discussion of litigation strategy under I.C. 5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(2)(B)

The City Council met in an executive session to discuss strategy regarding the initiation, pending, or threatened litigation. No substantive public decisions were recorded.

City Council

The Hobart Common Council will consider several ordinances setting 2024 salaries for city officers, police, firefighters, and elected officials, as well as an update to the Capital Improvement Plan. A tabled request for a use variance for a boat and trailer dealership will also be discussed.

• Ordinance 2023-14: Replaces 2022-23, fixing 2024 salaries for city officers and employees
• Ordinance 2023-15: Fixes 2024 salaries for police sworn personnel
• Ordinance 2023-16: Fixes 2024 salaries for firefighter sworn personnel
• Ordinance 2023-17: Fixes 2024 salaries for elected officials
• Tabled use variance for boat & trailer dealership at 603 S. Wisconsin St.

The Council approved the five-year Capital Improvement Plan and passed several ordinances on first reading to set 2024 salaries for city employees, police, fire personnel, and elected officials. Additionally, the Council adopted amendments to the employee handbook and advanced a PUD amendment for St. Mary’s Medical Center.

• Approved Capital Improvement Plan 2023-2027 (7-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2023-14 (City officer/employee salaries) on first reading (7-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2023-15 (Police sworn personnel salaries) on first reading (7-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2023-16 (Firefighter sworn personnel salaries) on first reading (7-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2023-17 (Elected officials salaries) on first reading (7-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2023-18 (Municipal Utilities compensation) on first reading (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-20 (Employee Handbook amendments) (7-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2023-21 (St. Mary Medical Center PUD Amendment) on first reading (7-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Hobart Historic Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for August 15, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is set for September 19, 2023.

Board of Park Commissioners

The Hobart Board of Park Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with standard procedural items including approval of minutes and claims. The notable new business is a ribbon cutting event at Robinson Lake.

• Robinson Lake ribbon cutting

The Board approved the agenda, the April 10, 2023 minutes, and an amended Register of Claims. Members agreed to hold a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new playground and parking lot on August 30. The Park Director reported on the conclusion of the market season and upcoming Lakefront Festival.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Accepted April 10, 2023 minutes (3-0)
• Approved Register of Claims as amended to correct invoice #13256 for Premier Porta Potty for $3,240.00 (3-0)
• Scheduled ribbon cutting for parking lot and playground for August 30 at 10:00 am

Hobart Fire Civil Service Commission

The Hobart Fire Civil Service Commission is meeting to discuss the application process and background checks with Human Resources, approve the June minutes, and receive an update on three new hires. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Discussion on application process and background checks with Human Resources
• Approval of minutes from June 8th meeting
• Status update on 3 new hires

The Commission approved the agenda and June 8 minutes. Members confirmed that DOT ERG books are permitted for upcoming promotional exams and discussed a new process for handling applicant background checks and removals from the hiring list.

• Approved the meeting agenda (2-0)
• Accepted June 8, 2023 minutes (2-0)
• Permitted use of DOT ERG books for promotional exams
• Established that the Fire Chief, City Attorney, and HR will determine background check exclusions for the Commission's review

Sanitary and Stormwater District Board

The Hobart Sanitary District and Storm Water Management Board will discuss and consider several operational items, including an amendment for Absolute Pipe, construction inspection for Abonmarche Directive No. 2, and storm water improvements on Third and La Salle Streets. Other items include cleanup from 38th Place to 38th Avenue, mobile equipment for the lift station, and a camera truck for sanitary services. The meeting includes approval of minutes from July 25, 2023, and the agenda.

• Absolute Pipe Amendment: Discussion / Consideration
• Abonmarche Directive No. 2 Construction Inspection: Discussion / Consideration
• Third Street & La Salle Street CCMG Storm Water Improvement: Discussion / Consideration
• Clean-up 38th Place to 38th Ave: Discussion / Consideration
• Mobile Equipment (Lift Station) and Camera Truck (Sanitary): Discussion / Consideration

The Board agreed to cover storm water costs for the reconstruction of Third Street and LaSalle Street. Other approvals included a new vehicle purchase, lift station equipment, and maintenance services.

• Approved agreement with City for storm water costs on Base Bid 1, Base Bid 2 and Alternate 5 (5/0)
• Approved purchase of 2023 Dodge Durango for $38,566.25 (4/1)
• Authorized Davey Resource Group to clean Stinky Creek for $3,398.00 (5/0)
• Approved purchase of mobile phones and iPads for lift station crew for $1,909.22 plus $151.96 monthly cost (5/0)
• Approved Serenity wet well cleaning at estimated cost of $4,930.00 (5/0)
• Approved $140.00 invoice from Eichhorn & Eichhorn for legal services regarding 37" Avenue property (5/0)
• Tabled Absolute Pipe and Abonmarche contracts

Plan Commission

The Hobart Plan Commission will hold its regular meeting to consider several tabled items, including a rezoning request, a replat, a 67-lot subdivision, and a site plan for a storage facility. New business includes a site plan for a building addition, a public hearing on the 2040 Comprehensive Plan, and a proposed 1-lot subdivision. The commission will also discuss a final development plan for St. Mary Medical Center.

• Rezone 0.3512-acre property near Lake Park Ave. & 10th St. from R-2 to PUD (23-05)
• Replat of Lot 1 Robbins Addition for 1-lot subdivision (23-05A)
• Hickory Hollow: 67-lot subdivision on 32.5 acres near 61st Ave. & Arizona St. (23-12)
• Site plan for completion of storage building at 7190 Grand Blvd. (21-15A)
• Public hearing on 2040 Comprehensive Plan (23-20)

The Plan Commission issued a favorable recommendation for the 2040 Comprehensive Plan and approved a site plan for a building addition. Several other petitions were tabled, and a preliminary plat for a one-lot subdivision was approved.

• Favorable Recommendation for 2040 Comprehensive Plan contingent on including Thoroughfare Plan (5-0)
• Approved site plan for 4,000 sf building addition at 3379 E. 84th Pl. (5-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for 1-lot subdivision at 1000 Georgiana Street (5-0)
• Tabled rezone and replat petitions for Robert Hennessey (5-0)
• Tabled 67-lot subdivision petition for Hickory Hollow NWI, LLC (5-0)
• Tabled site plan for Grand Trunk Storage Depot

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on three developmental standards variance requests: a privacy fence encroachment at 760 Memory Lane, a side-yard setback variance for a building addition at 3379 E. 84th Place, and a driveway taper variance at 275 13th Place. No old business is listed.

• 23-12: Variance to encroach ~10 ft into front yard for a 6-ft privacy fence at 760 Memory Lane
• 23-13: Variance to encroach 5 ft into a 40-ft side-yard setback for an 80.2x55-ft building addition at 3379 E. 84th Place
• 23-14: Variance to exceed 18-ft driveway taper by 10 ft for a 20x28-ft turnaround at 275 13th Place

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved three petitions for developmental standards variances regarding a residential fence, a commercial building addition, and a residential driveway turnaround. The board also discussed a previous recommendation for a boat/trailer dealership variance that faced questions from the Common Council.

• Approved Petition 23-12 for a 6-inch privacy fence to encroach 10 feet into the front yard at 760 Memory Lane (5-0)
• Approved Petition 23-13 for a building addition to encroach 5 feet into the side yard setback at 3379 E. 84th Place (5-0)
• Approved Petition 23-14 to exceed the driveway taper by 10 feet for a turnaround area at 275 13th Place (4-0)
• Approved July 6, 2023 minutes (4-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)

City Council

The Hobart Common Council will hold its regular meeting, including a tabled request for a use variance to allow a boat and trailer dealership at 603 S. Wisconsin St., and will consider an ordinance transferring appropriations within the 2023 budget for several city departments. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and reports.

• Tabled use variance for boat & trailer dealership at 603 S. Wisconsin St. (Art Kraft, Baitmasters, LLC)
• Ordinance 2023-13: Transferring appropriations within 2023 budget (General Fund, Recycling, Fire, CCD Fund)

The Council adopted Ordinance 2023-13 to transfer appropriations within the 2023 budget for the General Fund, Recycling Department, Fire Department, and CCD Fund. A request for a use variance for a boat and trailer dealership remained tabled after a motion to deny was withdrawn.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-13 transferring budget appropriations (7-0)
• Approved July 19, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Denied amendment to add Resolution 2023-13 to the agenda (2-5)
• Tabled use variance for boat & trailer dealership at 603 S. Wisconsin St.

Board of Public Works and Safety

The Hobart Board of Public Works and Safety is holding a regular meeting to handle routine approvals, continued discussions on unsafe buildings and code violations, and new business including tree removals, signage requests, and a parking lot use request. They will also consider awarding a bid for street improvements and a long-term maintenance agreement.

• Continued: Unsafe building at 234 N. Ohio St. (Housemart)
• Continued: Unsafe building at 235 Main St. (Batalis, Inc.)
• Award of Bid: Community Crossings for 3rd St from Lake Park Ave. to Park Ave. and LaSalle St from 3rd St. to 49th Ave.
• Consideration of Long-Term Maintenance and Operation Agreement (LTMA) with Lineage Logistics LLC at 2201 Northwind Parkway
• Request for School Zone sign on S. Linda St. (Trinity Lutheran School)

The Board approved a multi-million dollar road project and a long-term maintenance agreement. Other actions included reducing a building fine and approving a parking lot use request for a business anniversary.

• Approved $2,734,608.86 contract with Dyer Construction for road work on 3rd St and LaSalle St (3-0)
• Accepted Long-Term Maintenance and Operation Agreement with Lineage Logistics LLC (3-0)
• Reduced building fine for 236 Main St to $1,000 due by Dec 31, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved addition of 1 new crossing guard (3-0)
• Approved parking lot use for Montego Bay Grill anniversary on Aug 26 (3-0)
• Approved installation of 'No Dumping' sign at 1794 Liberty St (3-0)
• Tabled 'School Zone' sign request for S. Linda St to Aug 16 for traffic study (3-0)
• Removed Dog Park conceptual design from agenda and referred to Park Board (3-0)

Maria Reiner Center Board

The Maria Reiner Center Board of Directors is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes and agenda, receive the executive director's report on recent and upcoming events, approve claims, and review financial reports. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Executive Director's report includes recap of Gardening presentation and MRC Open House
• National Night Out scheduled for Aug. 1
• Outdoor picnic scheduled for Sept. 15
• Meet the Candidates open house scheduled for Oct. 10
• Health Fair planning, tentative date Oct. 20

The Board of Directors approved the June 29 meeting minutes and the current agenda. Members accepted claims totaling $3,814.15 and reviewed a financial report showing $147,981.69 in cash and investments through June 2023.

• Approved June 29, 2023 minutes (6-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
• Approved claims totaling $3,814.15 (6-0)
• Accepted financial report of $147,981.69 in cash and investments (6-0)

Sanitary and Stormwater District Board

The Hobart Sanitary and Stormwater District Board will discuss and consider several operational items, including a part-time administrative assistant position, an amendment for Absolute Pipe, a NIPSCO right-of-way agreement for Duck Creek Tributary Restoration, and a supplemental agreement for SEH Wisconsin Street Bridge. The board will also review a failed septic system at 526 N. Guyer, engineering services for EPA compliance, a Duck Creek Phase 2 sub-award, a zero-turn mower for the lift station, and cell phones/iPads for the SCADA system. A budget revision ordinance will be discussed, and financial reports and invoices will be approved.

• Discussion/consideration of part-time administrative assistant position
• Discussion/consideration of Absolute Pipe Amendment
• Discussion/consideration of Duck Creek Tributary Restoration NIPSCO RO W Agreement
• Discussion/consideration of SEH Wisconsin Street Bridge Supplemental Agreement
• Discussion of budget revision ordinance

The Board approved several infrastructure payments, including a $1.5M bond disbursement for Kokosing Industrial, Inc. It also authorized the creation of a part-time administrative assistant position and approved a $500,000 budget transfer for pipe assessment. Additionally, the Board approved a right-of-entry agreement with NIPSCO for the Duck Creek Restoration Project.

• Approved $1,508,654.92 bond disbursement to Kokosing Industrial, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $189,904.17 bond, interest and debt service claim (5-0)
• Created part-time administrative assistant position (5-0)
• Approved right-of-entry agreement with NIPSCO for Duck Creek Restoration Project (5-0)
• Approved $2,910.00 purchase of two servers (5-0)
• Approved Task Order No. 6 with Wessler Engineering for Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure Plan (5-0)
• Approved $10,300.00 sole source purchase of a Hustler zero-turn mower from Riggs (5-0)
• Approved $500,000 transfer from Waste Water Improvement Fund to Waste Water budget for Red Zone Pipe Assessment (5-0)

City Council

The Hobart Common Council will hold its regular meeting, continuing second readings of ordinances related to issuing general obligation notes and appropriating proceeds, and will consider new business including a use variance request for a boat and trailer dealership, a mutual aid agreement for a crash reconstruction team, and resolutions to foreclose on performance mortgages.

• Continued 2nd reading: Ordinance 2023-11 authorizing general obligation notes for refunding bonds and offsetting property tax shortfalls
• Continued public hearing: Ordinance 2023-12 appropriating proceeds from sale of general obligation notes
• Use variance request for boat & trailer dealership at 603 S. Wisconsin St. (Art Kraft, Baitmasters, LLC)
• Resolution 2023-12: Approving interlocal mutual aid agreement for South Lake County Crash Reconstruction Team
• Resolution 2023-13: Instructing city attorney to foreclose on performance mortgages with Diamond Veil Development, Inc. and B-3 Properties, LLC

The Council adopted ordinances to issue general obligation notes for refunding bonds and offsetting property tax revenue shortfalls. A mutual aid agreement for a crash reconstruction team was approved, while a use variance for a boat dealership was tabled.

• Adopted Ordinance 2023-11 to issue General Obligation Notes for bond refunding and tax revenue shortfalls (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-12 to appropriate proceeds from the sale of General Obligation Notes (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-12 for the South Lake County Crash Reconstruction Team mutual aid agreement (6-0)
• Tabled use variance request for boat & trailer dealership at 603 S. Wisconsin St. (6-0)
• Approved July 5, 2023 meeting and executive session minutes (7-0)

Board of Public Works and Safety

The Hobart Board of Public Works and Safety will hold its regular meeting, addressing unfinished business including updates on unsafe buildings, a supplemental agreement for street work, a dog park design, and a development agreement with Lineage Logistics. New business includes requests for tree removal and abatement of a dangerous tree.

• Unsafe building updates: 234 N. Ohio St., 4035 Missouri St., 215 East St.
• Supplemental Agreement No. 1 for 3% St. from Ash St. to E. Park Ave. (First Group Engineering)
• Conceptual design review for dog park on Front St. (BF&S)
• Resolution 2023-03: Development Agreement with Lineage Logistics, LLC
• Tree removal request at 9 Hickory Dr.; dangerous tree notice at 1113 E. Cleveland Ave.

The Board approved a development agreement with Lineage Logistics, LLC and denied a city-funded tree removal request. Several unsafe building and property violation cases were continued for further updates or compliance.

• Approved Resolution 2023-03 for Development Agreement with Lineage Logistics, LLC (2-0)
• Denied request for city tree removal at 9 Hickory Dr.; authorized homeowner to remove at own expense (2-0)
• Removed 215 East St. from agenda after unsafe building case was closed (2-0)
• Continued unsafe building update for 234 N. Ohio St. to August 2, 2023 (2-0)
• Continued unsafe building update for 4035 Missouri St. to August 16, 2023 (2-0)
• Continued Safe Haven pond compliance at 7931 Iowa St. to September 6, 2023 (2-0)
• Continued dangerous tree abatement at 1113 E. Cleveland Ave. to August 2, 2023 (2-0)
• Approved register of claims and payroll claims (2-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Hobart Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to consider a new exterior signage application for 206 Main St. and to review the historic district guidelines. The meeting includes standard procedural items like approval of minutes and public comment.

• New exterior signage application HHPC 23-06 for 206 Main St.
• Review of historic district guidelines

The Commission reviewed a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) proposal for new exterior signage at 206 Main St. The application was unanimously approved via voice vote.

• Approved COA application for new exterior signage at 206 Main St. (unanimous)

Hobart Fire Civil Service Commission

The regular meeting of the Hobart Fire Civil Service Commission scheduled for July 13, 2023, has been cancelled due to lack of business. No items were discussed or decided.

Sanitary and Stormwater District Board

The Sanitary District / Storm Water Management Board meeting scheduled for July 11, 2023, was cancelled due to lack of business. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled for lack of business

Board of Park Commissioners

The Hobart Parks and Recreation Board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, claims, and receive reports from the director, plan commission, common council, and school board. The main item of new business is a recommendation regarding the Master Plan.

• Approval of minutes from June 12, 2023
• Approval of register of claims
• Director report
• Plan Commission report
• Common Council report

The Board voted to recommend that the City Council accept the Parks portion of the city's master plan. The plan includes park details, service analysis, and recommendations for future improvements.

• Recommended Parks portion of master plan to City Council (3-0)
• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Accepted April 10, 2023 minutes (3-0)
• Accepted Register of Claims (3-0)

Redevelopment Commission

The Hobart Redevelopment Commission is meeting to discuss several infrastructure and financial items, including an update on the 61st Avenue roundabout study, a signage grant payment request, and a resolution to partially repay a temporary loan between economic development funds. The agenda also includes approvals of various claims and reports, as well as project updates.

• 61st Avenue Roundabout Study Update
• Request for Signage Grant Payment – 220 Main Street
• Resolution 2023-06: Partial repayment of temporary loan from State Road 130 & Downtown EDA to US 30 & 69th Avenue EDA
• Approval of Education & Workforce Training Grant Report (#2-2023) – Merrillville Community School Corporation
• Approval of 2020 Bond Register of Claims and Economic Development Revenue Bond Series 2022 Register of Claims

The Redevelopment Commission approved a partial repayment of a temporary loan between two economic development area allocation funds. The board also approved a signage grant and a workforce training grant reimbursement. Discussions were held regarding utility delays on the US 30 and Colorado Street project.

• Approved Resolution 2023-06 to transfer $196,500 from Fund 4455 to Fund 4445 (5-0)
• Approved signage grant payment of $562.80 for 220 Main Street (5-0)
• Approved Education & Workforce Training Grant Report #2-2023 for Merrillville Community School Corporation (5-0)
• Approved grant reimbursement payment of $7,794.51 to MCSC (5-0)
• Approved pre-paid register of claims for $147.30 (5-0)
• Approved June 20, 2023, meeting minutes (5-0)

Plan Commission

The Hobart Plan Commission will hold a public meeting to consider several development requests, including a rezoning to PUD, a replat, a 67-lot subdivision, a storage building site plan, and a new oil change facility. The agenda includes old business items that were previously tabled and new business for the proposed oil change facility.

• Rezone 0.3512 acre at Lake Park Ave. & 10th St. from R-2 to PUD (23-05)
• Replat of Lot 1 Robbins Addition for 1-lot subdivision (23-05A)
• Preliminary plat for 67-lot Hickory Hollow subdivision on 32.5 acres near 61st Ave. & Arizona St. (23-12)
• Site plan for completion of storage building at 7190 Grand Blvd. (21-15A)
• Site plan for Strickland Brothers Oil Change at 8150 Ridge Rd. (23-18)

The Plan Commission approved a site plan for a Strickland Brothers Oil Change facility on Ridge Road. Several other petitions regarding rezoning and subdivisions were tabled. The commission also scheduled a public hearing for the Comprehensive Plan.

• Approved site plan for Strickland Brothers Oil Change at Ridge Rd. & Randolph Rd. (7-0)
• Tabled rezone petition 23-05 for Robert Hennessey
• Tabled replat petition 23-05A for Robert Hennessey
• Tabled subdivision petition 23-12 for Hickory Hollow NWI, LLC
• Tabled site plan petition 21-15A for Grand Trunk Storage Depot
• Scheduled public hearing for Comprehensive Plan (PC 23-20) for August 3 meeting (7-0)
• Approved June 1, 2023 minutes (7-0)
• Appointed Matt SeDoris as secretary (7-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Hobart Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings and vote on three variance requests: a fence variance at 603 S. Wisconsin St., a sign size variance at 1037 E. 10th St., and a use variance to allow a boat and trailer dealership at 121 S. California St.

• 23-09: Variance to allow existing 4-foot front yard fence and replacement of a 38-foot section at 121 S. California St.
• 23-10: Variance to exceed the permitted 2 sq. ft. by 4 sq. ft. for a home occupation sign at 1037 E. 10th St.
• 23-11: Use variance to permit a boat and trailer dealership at 603 S. Wisconsin St.

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved two developmental standards variances for a residential fence and a home occupation sign. The board also issued a favorable recommendation to the Common Council for a use variance to permit a boat and trailer dealership.

• Approved variance for 4’ front yard fence at 121 S. California St. (4-0)
• Approved variance for residential home occupation sign at 1037 E. 10th St. with stipulation that light will not flash (4-0)
• Issued favorable recommendation to Common Council for boat & trailer dealership use variance at 603 S. Wisconsin St. (4-0)

City Council

The Hobart Common Council is meeting in executive session to discuss litigation strategy. The session is authorized under Indiana law for discussion of pending or threatened litigation. No public action or votes are scheduled; the agenda contains only this procedural notice.

• Executive session on litigation strategy under I.C. 5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(2)(B)
• Meeting at Mayor's Office, Hobart City Hall, 414 Main Street

The City Council met in an executive session to discuss strategy regarding the initiation of litigation or pending/threatened litigation. No substantive public decisions were recorded.

City Council

The Hobart Common Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances related to issuing general obligation notes to refund bonds and offset property tax revenue shortfalls. They will also consider a resolution confirming an economic revitalization area for Lineage Logistics at 2201 Northwind Parkway, and a development agreement with the company. Additionally, the council will discuss petitioning for a levy increase.

• Ordinance 2023-11 (2nd reading): Authorizes general obligation notes for refunding bonds and offsetting property tax shortfalls
• Ordinance 2023-12 (2nd reading): Appropriates proceeds from sale of general obligation notes
• Public Hearing: Resolution 2023-07 confirming Economic Revitalization Area for tax abatement at 2201 Northwind Parkway (Lineage Logistics)
• Resolution 2023-09: Petition to appeal for increase above maximum levy
• Resolution 2023-11: Approve development agreement with Lineage Logistics, LLC

The Council approved a development agreement and tax abatement area for a $130 million cold storage expansion by Lineage Logistics LLC. They also approved a petition to appeal for a tax levy increase to cover a 2022 shortfall. Two ordinances regarding general obligation notes were continued to a later meeting.

• Approved Resolution 2023-07 designating 2201 Northwind Parkway as an Economic Revitalization Area (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-11 authorizing a Development Agreement with Lineage Logistics, LLC (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-09 to petition for a tax levy increase of just under $3.8 million (7-0)
• Continued Ordinance 2023-11 regarding General Obligation Notes to July 19, 2023 (7-0)
• Continued public hearing for Ordinance 2023-12 to July 19, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved June 21, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

Board of Public Works and Safety

The Hobart Board of Public Works and Safety will meet to handle routine matters and several continued items, including updates on unsafe buildings and a dog park design. New business includes a development agreement with Lineage Logistics, a fire department truck purchase, and a police crash reconstruction agreement.

• Resolution 2023-03: Development agreement with Lineage Logistics, LLC
• Resolution 2023-04: Special purchase of a 2023 Freightliner MT55 for Hobart Fire Department
• Sidewalk waiver request for 275 E 13th Pl. (Grant and Sue Liechty)
• Continued: Unsafe building updates for 234 N. Ohio St., 235 Main St., 1317 S. Lake Park Ave.
• Advertisement for bids: Community Crossing reconstruction of 3rd St. & LaSalle St.

The Board voted to begin condemnation proceedings for a property at 235 Main St. and approved the purchase of an emergency command vehicle for the Fire Department. Additionally, the Board entered a mutual aid agreement for crash reconstruction and approved a sidewalk waiver for a residential property.

• Initiated condemnation proceedings for demolition of 235 Main St. (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-04 to acquire an Emergency Command Vehicle for the Fire Department (3-0)
• Approved Mutual Aid Agreement for the South Lake County Crash Reconstruction Team at $500 annually (3-0)
• Approved sidewalk waiver for 275 E. 13th Place for one year (3-0)
• Acknowledged streets in The Brickyard by Hidden Lake are not City-owned but will be plowed for safety (3-0)
• Approved advertisement for bids for Community Crossing Reconstruction of 3rd St. & LaSalle St. (3-0)
• Continued unsafe building review for 234 N. Ohio St. until July 19, 2023 (3-0)
• Continued unsafe building review for 1317 S. Lake Park Ave. until September 6, 2023 (3-0)

Maria Reiner Center Board

The Maria Reiner Center Board of Directors is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes and claims, review financial reports, and hear the executive director's report. The report covers upcoming events including a gardening presentation, open house, health fair planning, and a gym/fitness class update. The meeting is largely routine administrative business.

• Approval of minutes from May 25, 2023 regular meeting
• Executive Director's report on July 11 gardening presentation and open house
• Health fair planning update
• Meet the Candidates/Open House planning
• Approval of claims and financial reports

The Board of Directors approved the May 2023 financial report and claims totaling $4,984.13. Members coordinated funding to maintain a popular cardio drumming class after the Parks Dept. stopped paying instructors. The board also noted the installation of a 24/7 BMV terminal at the center.

• Approved minutes of May 25, 2023 (8-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (8-0)
• Approved vouchers totaling $4,984.13 (8-0)
• Approved financial report showing $130,484.91 in cash and investments through May 2023 (8-0)

Sanitary and Stormwater District Board

The Sanitary and Stormwater District Board will consider an emergency declaration for a 14th Avenue sewer repair, discuss repairs to the main lift station, and consider a stormwater bond payment. The meeting includes updates from the city engineer and coordinator.

• Emergency Declaration of 14th Avenue Sewer Repair: Discussion/Consideration
• Main LS Overhead Crane Repair: Discussion/Consideration
• Main LS Wet Well Sluice Gate Seal Repair: Discussion/Consideration
• Abonmarche Consultants, Inc – Storm Water Bond Payment #37: Consideration

The Board approved an emergency declaration for sewer repair work on 14th Street and authorized several infrastructure repairs. It also approved over $2.4 million in bond disbursements and monthly invoice claims.

• Approved emergency declaration for 14th Street sewer repair work (5-0)
• Authorized Crane 1 to repair the crane for $19,878.00 (5-0)
• Authorized Underwater Chicago to repair the sluice gate contingent on inspection (5-0)
• Approved monthly invoice claims totaling $731,457.87 (5-0)
• Approved bond disbursement of $2,226,881.00 and debt service claim of $189,904.17 (5-0)
• Approved 2018 Storm Water Bond Claim #37 for $20,000.00 (5-0)
• Approved May 23, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)

City Council

The Hobart Common Council will hold its regular meeting, including the second reading of an ordinance to amend the zoning for a 48-acre parcel at 2400 E. 69th Ave. (Atkore/Becknell Industrial). The council will also consider a bond replacement ordinance, compliance with statement of benefits for several businesses, and a budget transfer for the General Fund and Sanitation/Recycling departments.

• Ordinance 2023-09 (2nd reading): Amend PUD (M-1) zoning for 2400 E. 69th Ave., ~48 acres
• Consideration of bond replacement ordinance/resolution (Indiana Bond Bank to State Treasurer per HB1454)
• Compliance with Statement of Benefits: Albanese Confectionery, SIR RJL, Jefferson, Hancock Enterprises, Paine
• Ordinance 2023-10: Transfer appropriations within 2023 budget (General Fund, Sanitation, Recycling)
• Dedication of Clock Tower on Lake George after meeting

The Common Council approved a resolution to issue General Obligation Notes up to $17M to pay off bonds from December 2022. The council also adopted a zoning amendment for a PUD site and approved budget appropriation transfers.

• Adopted Ordinance 2023-09 amending the Preliminary Plan for a PUD (M-1) zoning site at 2400 E. 69th Ave. (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-10 to preliminarily issue General Obligation Notes not to exceed $17M (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-11 on first reading regarding loans from the State of Indiana (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-12 on first reading regarding appropriation of General Obligation Note proceeds (7-0)
• Approved Compliance with Statement of Benefits for Albanese Confectionery and associated entities (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-10 transferring appropriations within the 2023 General Fund, Sanitation and Recycling budgets (7-0)
• Approved June 7, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

Board of Public Works and Safety

The Hobart Board of Public Works and Safety will hold its regular meeting, covering continued updates on unsafe buildings, a truck traffic update, and new business including a sidewalk repair/tree removal request, a supplemental agreement for street work, a fireworks display agreement, a dog park design review, and subdivision mylar signing.

• Continued unsafe building updates: 234 N. Ohio St. and 235 Main St.
• Update on truck traffic on Colorado St.
• Sidewalk repair/tree removal request at 8971 & 8981 Norris Dr.
• Supplemental Agreement No. 1 for 3rd St. from Ash St. to E. Park Ave.
• Fireworks Display Agreement for July 4 with Johnny Rockets Fireworks Display Company

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved a fireworks contract for the 4th of July and a professional consulting agreement with MCR Partners. Several subdivision documents were signed, and a request for city-funded sidewalk repairs was denied.

• Approved $25,000 fireworks contract with Johnny Rockets (3-0)
• Approved professional consulting agreement with MCR Partners LLC (3-0)
• Approved Signing of Mylars and bond for Lineage 2nd Addition Subdivision (3-0)
• Approved performance bond and Signing of Mylars for St. Mary’s Outpatient Rehab Subdivision (3-0)
• Denied request for sidewalk repair/tree removal at 8971 & 8981 Norris Dr. (3-0)
• Removed truck traffic on Colorado St. from agenda until City Engineer deems necessary (3-0)
• Tabled dog park conceptual design on Front St. to July 5, 2023 (3-0)
• Required owner of 234 N. Ohio St. to appear July 5, 2023 with work contracts (3-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Hobart Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review new business, including a signage application for 238 Main St. and a historic district guidelines review, as well as old business on the exterior rehabilitation of 235 Main St. The public can attend via Zoom or in person.

• HHPC 23-05: New exterior signage at 238 Main St.
• Historic district guidelines review
• HHPC 23-04: Exterior rehabilitation at 235 Main St. (siding, gutters, fascia, basement stairs, mortar repair, exterior paint)

The Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for new exterior signage at 238 Main St. and reviewed a rehabilitation application for 235 Main St. Minutes from February and March 2023 were also approved.

• Approved new exterior signage at 238 Main St. (HHPC 23-05) via voice vote
• Approved February 21, 2023 and March 21, 2023 meeting minutes via voice vote

Redevelopment Commission

The Hobart Redevelopment Commission is meeting to approve its 2024 budgets for four specific funds. The body will also approve an addendum to a professional services agreement with American Structurepoint for landscape and hardscape projects. Additionally, the agenda includes status reports on the Lakefront Park Refuse Enclosure and 82nd Avenue Extension projects, along with the approval of various registers of claims.

• Approval of 2024 Redevelopment Commission Budgets for Fund 4445, Fund 4450, Fund 4455, and Fund 2527
• Approval of Addendum to Professional Services Agreement with American Structurepoint for Landscape/Hardscape Projects
• Status Report on Lakefront Park Refuse Enclosure Project
• Status Report on 82nd Avenue Extension Project
• Approval of 2020 Bond Register of Claims and Economic Development Revenue Bond, Series 2022 Register of Claims

The Commission approved the 2024 budgets for four funds, which will now move to the City Council for final approval. The meeting also included a detailed annual report to taxing units regarding TIF revenues and debt obligations.

• Approved 2024 RDC budgets for Fund 4445, Fund 4450, Fund 4455, and Fund 2527 (4-0)
• Approved the June 20, 2023, meeting agenda (3-0)
• Approved the May 15, 2023, regular meeting minutes (3-0)

City Council

The Hobart Common Council and Plan Commission are holding a joint work session to discuss updating the city's Comprehensive Plan. This is a discussion item only, with no formal votes or decisions scheduled.

• Joint work session on Comprehensive Plan update

Sanitary and Stormwater District Board

The Hobart Sanitary and Stormwater District Board will consider several operational items, including initiating a GIS RFP for 2024, a Wessler task order for SPCC EPA compliance, a SWPPP compliance purchase request, and overhead crane repairs at the Main Lift Station. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and an executive session memorandum from May 23, 2023.

• Request to Initiate GIS RFP for 2024: Discussion / Consideration
• Wessler Task Order #6: SPCC EPA Compliance: Discussion / Consideration
• SWPPP Compliance Purchase Request: Discussion / Consideration
• Overhead Crane Repairs at the Main Lift Station: Discussion / Consideration

The Board approved a contract with Precision Pipelining, Inc. for a sewer relining project. Members agreed to develop a job description for a GIS position and initiate an RFP for a consultant. Several other items, including a SPCC Plan and SWPPP purchase request, were tabled.

• Approved contract with Precision Pipelining, Inc. for sewer relining project contingent on legal review (5-0)
• Approved May 23, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved May 23, 2023 Memorandum of Executive Session (5-0)
• Agreed to create a job description for a GIS position and issue an RFP for a consultant
• Tabled Wessler Task Order #6 for SPCC Plan (5-0)
• Tabled SWPPP compliance purchase request (5-0)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Hobart Board of Park Commissioners is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes, claims, and reports, and to discuss new business including Mudd Volleyball and property discussions. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes for April 10 and May 8, 2023 (May meeting cancelled)
• Approval of register of claims
• Director, Plan Commission, Common Council, and School Board reports
• New business: Mudd Volleyball discussion
• New business: Property discussion

The Board approved the return of mud volleyball to Hillman Park in August. Commissioners also reached a consensus to allow the Mayor and Park Director to accept a 20-acre land donation from Becknell for potential storm water detention and park activities.

• Approved mud volleyball at Hillman on August 5 and 6 (4-0)
• Consensus to allow Mayor and Park Director to accept 20-acre land donation from Becknell
• Approved April 10, 2023 minutes (4-0)
• Approved register of claims (4-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)

City Council

The Hobart Common Council will consider an ordinance amending the zoning for a roughly 48-acre parcel at 2400 E. 69th Ave. to consolidate it under a PUD (M-1) classification, and will discuss resolutions on a tax abatement area for Lineage Logistics and naming the Lake George clock tower. A public hearing on the tax abatement is set for July 5, 2023.

• Ordinance 2023-09: PUD (M-1) zoning amendment for 2400 E. 69th Ave., +/- 48 acres (Atkore/Becknell Industrial)
• Resolution 2023-06: Economic Revitalization Area designation for Lineage Logistics, 2201 Northwind Parkway (public hearing July 5, 2023)
• Resolution 2023-08: Naming the Clock Tower on Lake George
• Correspondence: TIF Allocation Capture Notices payable in 2024

The Common Council designated an Economic Revitalization Area for Lineage Logistics to allow for property tax abatements. The council also approved a zoning amendment on first reading and named the Lake George clock tower in honor of Mayor Linda Buzinec.

• Adopted Resolution 2023-06 designating an Economic Revitalization Area for Lineage Logistics (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-09 on first reading to amend the Preliminary Plan for a PUD (M-1) zoning classification at 2400 E. 69th Ave. (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-08 to name the Lake George clock tower in honor of Mayor Linda Buzinec (5-0)
• Approved May 17, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Board of Public Works and Safety

The Hobart Board of Public Works and Safety is holding its regular meeting to address property violations, including unsafe buildings, compliance updates, and outstanding fines. The agenda includes several property-specific items and a request for a no-truck sign.

• Unsafe building update: 4035 Missouri St. (Indiana Land Trust Co., Ibrahim Yoldash)
• Property violation compliance: 7931 Iowa St. (Safe Haven, Mark Mulroe, Devin Rowland)
• Unsafe building review: 234 N. Ohio St. (Ronald & Dorothy Wilson)
• Unsafe building order: 215 East St. (Glenwood Properties LLC, Attorney Greg Bouwer)
• Outstanding fines: 236 Main St. (Cagney's, Nick Karounos)

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved a new emergency notification contract and signed subdivision mylars. The board also issued fines for unsafe buildings and property violations and discussed upcoming I-65 ramp closures.

• Approved HyperReach emergency notification contract for $7,000 first-year cost (3-0)
• Approved signing of mylars for Lake George Plateau Unit 7 Phase 2 and Grothoff Subdivision (3-0)
• Imposed $500 fine for unsafe building at 234 N. Ohio St. (3-0)
• Imposed $1,000 fine for property violations at Safe Haven, 7931 Iowa St. (3-0)
• Approved bond release for 69th Ave. sidewalks pending maintenance bond (3-0)
• Removed tree removal request for 2030 E. 38 Ave. from agenda (3-0)
• Accepted May 17, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved register of claims and payroll claims (3-0)

Plan Commission

The Hobart Plan Commission will consider several property requests, including a rezoning to PUD, multiple subdivision plats, a PUD amendment, and a site plan review. Items range from a proposed 67-lot subdivision to a storage facility completion. The meeting also includes a public hearing on a 5th amended development plan for St. Mary Medical Center.

• Rezone 0.35 acre from R-2 to PUD (23-05)
• Replat of Lot 1 Robbins Addition (23-05A)
• St. Mary Outpatient Rehab Subdivision final plat (23-07B)
• PUD amendment and site plan for smaller storage buildings (23-10, 23-10A)
• Hickory Hollow 67-lot subdivision preliminary plat (23-12)

The Plan Commission approved a final plat for a one-lot subdivision and issued a favorable recommendation for a St. Mary Medical Center development plan. Several other petitions were tabled or removed from the agenda.

• Approved Final Plat for Petition 23-13 Lake George Plateau Unit 7, Phase 2 (8-0)
• Granted Final Plat Approval for Petition 23-07B St. Mary Outpatient Rehab Subdivision contingent on Engineering requirements (8-0)
• Issued Favorable Recommendation to Common Council for Petition 23-17 St. Mary Medical Center 5th Amended Final Development Plan contingent on Industrial Pretreatment Program compliance by Sept 1, 2023 (7-0)
• Tabled Petition 21-15A Grand Trunk Storage Depot site plan review (8-0)
• Tabled Petition 23-05 Robert Hennessey rezone request (8-0)
• Tabled Petition 23-05A Robert Hennessey replat request (8-0)
• Tabled Petition 23-12 Hickory Hollow NWI, LLC subdivision (8-0)
• Removed Petitions 23-10 and 23-10A from agenda (8-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance request to allow an existing 4-foot front-yard fence and replacement of a 38-foot section at 121 S. California Street. The property is zoned R-2. No old business is on the agenda.

• Public hearing on Developmental Standards Variance 23-09 for 121 S. California St.
• Request to allow existing 4' front-yard fence and replace a 38' section
• Property is 0.12 acre, zoned R-2, located 185' north of California & 2nd Streets

Redevelopment Commission

The Hobart Redevelopment Commission will hold a work session to discuss possible amendments to the US 30 & 69th Avenue Economic Development Area. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is for discussion only.

• Discussion of possible amendments to the US 30 & 69th Avenue Economic Development Area

The commission reviewed parcel appeals and the impact of removing TIF parcels within the US 30 & 69th Avenue Economic Development Area Allocation Area #1. Members discussed the timeline and strategy for potential amendments to the area. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Maria Reiner Center Board

The Maria Reiner Center Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss operational matters including a part-time employee search, the Book Barn at Summer Market, upcoming events and trips, Health Fair planning, and a Meet the Candidates/Open House. The board will also approve claims and review financial reports for each fund.

• Part-time employee search
• Book Barn at Summer Market
• Health Fair planning
• Meet the Candidates/Open House planning
• Approval of claims

The Board approved the April 2023 minutes, the meeting agenda, and financial claims totaling $20,804.09. Members accepted a financial report showing total cash and investments of $161,948.37 through April 2023.

• Approved April 27, 2023 minutes (6-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
• Approved $20,804.09 in claims as amended (6-0)
• Accepted financial report of $161,948.37 in cash and investments (6-0)

Sanitary and Stormwater District Board

The Hobart Sanitary Board of Commissioners is holding an executive session immediately following its regular board meeting. The session is authorized under Indiana law for discussion of strategy regarding pending or threatened litigation. No other business is listed on this agenda.

• Executive session for litigation strategy discussion
• Authorized under I.C. 5-14-1.5-61(b)(2)(B)
• Meeting at Hobart City Hall, 414 Main Street

The board met in an executive session to discuss strategy regarding the initiation of, or pending/threatened, litigation. No substantive public decisions were recorded.

Sanitary and Stormwater District Board

The Hobart Sanitary and Stormwater District Board will discuss and consider several items, including a project scope change for Abonmarche, awarding the 2022 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project bid, agreements with BF&S, and repairs to lift stations. They will also approve a storm water bond payment to Abonmarche. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes and agenda.

• Abonmarche Project Scope Change Directive No. 1
• 2022 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project Bid Award
• BF&S General Services Agreement
• BF&S WWTP Site Floodway Investigation
• Lift station #22 Generator Repair and Main Liftstation Overhead Crane Repair

The Board approved several infrastructure contracts, including a sewer relining project and water quality monitoring. It also mandated that residents on Ash and Connecticut Streets connect to the sanitary system within 90 days.

• Awarded Sanitary Sewer Relining Project to Performance Pipelining, Inc. for $578,778.50 (5-0)
• Required Ash and Connecticut Street residents to connect to sanitary system within 90 days (5-0)
• Approved Duck Creek water quality monitoring contract with Merjent for $14,472 (5-0)
• Approved Abonmarche Project Scope Change Directive #1 for Third Street laterals (5-0)
• Approved updated general services agreement and wastewater site evaluation task order with Butler, Fairman & Seufert (5-0)
• Approved $5,428.88 for generator repairs at LS#22 (5-0)
• Approved April invoice claims totaling $635,577.79 (5-0)
• Approved SRF Bond disbursements of $3,172,956.00 and debt service payment of $189,865.17 (5-0)

Board of Public Works and Safety

The Hobart Board of Public Works and Safety will hold a regular meeting covering unfinished business, including updates on unsafe buildings and property violations, and new business such as a tree removal request, a BMV kiosk approval, a change order for a road project, and several service agreements. The board will also consider signing mylars for a 1-lot subdivision.

• Update on unsafe building at 4035 Missouri St.
• Compliance update for property violations at 7931 Iowa St.
• Tree removal request at 8 Willow Pl.
• Change Order No. 1 for time extension on 82nd Ave. Project
• Task order for dog park plan development northwest of Front St.

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved a task order for dog park plan development and a contract for tree removal on 3rd St. The board also authorized the installation of a BMV kiosk and approved two 1-lot subdivisions.

• Approved $12,500 task order for dog park plan development (2-0)
• Awarded $29,465 tree removal bid on 3rd St. to Ellenberger’s (2-0)
• Approved installation of BMV Kiosk at the PCC (2-0)
• Approved signing of mylars for Liechty Estates 1-lot subdivision (2-0)
• Approved signing of mylars for Ebberts Estates 1-lot subdivision (2-0)
• Approved 30-day time extension for 82nd Ave. Project (2-0)
• Authorized Police Chief to install 'No Semi Truck' signs at Roche St./38th Ave. and Brown St./38th Ave. (2-0)
• Ordered owner of 4035 Missouri St. to appear at June 7 meeting (2-0)

City Council

The Common Council approved a use variance for a retail fireworks business and confirmed compliance for eight Statements of Benefits. A joint work session with the Plan Commission was scheduled for June 14 to review the Draft Comprehensive Plan.

• Approved Use Variance for retail fireworks business at 3800 E. Lincoln Highway (6-0)
• Approved Compliance with Statement of Benefits for eight properties (6-0)
• Scheduled Joint Work Session with Plan Commission for June 14 (6-0)
• Approved May 3, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Hobart Historic Preservation Commission will consider a certificate of appropriateness for exterior rehabilitation at 235 Main Street, including siding, gutters, fascia, new basement stairs, mortar repair, and paint. They will also review the Historic District Guidelines. The meeting includes public comment and is held via Zoom.

• HHPC 23-04: Exterior rehabilitation at 235 Main Street (siding, gutters, fascia, basement stairs, mortar repair, paint)
• Historic District Guidelines review

The minutes provide an agenda for the meeting but do not record any votes or final decisions. The commission listed a review of exterior rehabilitation for 235 Main Street and a review of Historic District Guidelines.

Redevelopment Commission

The Hobart Redevelopment Commission will consider approving bid documents for landscape/hardscape projects, hear estimates of 2024 tax increment from Baker Tilly, and vote on four resolutions (2023-02 through 2023-05) determining that tax increment from several redevelopment areas is needed to satisfy obligations. The commission will also approve 2024 budgets for funds 4445, 4450, 4455, and 2527, plus registers of claims. Status reports will be given on the Lakefront Park refuse enclosure, 82nd Avenue extension, 61st Avenue/Marcella Boulevard, and US 30/Colorado Street projects.

• Approval of bid documents for landscape/hardscape projects
• Resolution 2023-02: 2024 tax increment for State Road 130 Industrial Area and Greater Downtown Hobart
• Resolution 2023-03: 2024 tax increment for 61st Avenue and State Road 51 Economic Development Area
• Resolutions 2023-04 and 2023-05: 2024 tax increment for US 30 and 69th Avenue, Allocation Areas No. 1 and No. 2
• Approval of 2024 budgets (Funds 4445, 4450, 4455, 2527) and registers of claims

The Commission reviewed bid documents for landscape and hardscape projects at the 61st Avenue and Wisconsin Street roundabout and the 69th Avenue and Colorado Street roundabout. Members discussed potential traffic calming measures and the possibility of lowering a center wall to improve visibility, though no final vote on the bid documents was recorded in the text.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved April 17, 2023, meeting minutes (4-0)

Sanitary and Stormwater District Board

The Hobart Sanitary Board of Commissioners is meeting in executive session to discuss strategy regarding pending or threatened litigation. No public decisions or votes are scheduled; the session is closed under Indiana law.

• Executive session for litigation strategy under I.C. 5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(2)(B)
• No public agenda items or votes listed

The board met in an executive session to discuss strategy regarding the initiation of litigation or pending/threatened litigation. No substantive decisions or public actions were recorded.

Sanitary and Stormwater District Board

The Hobart Sanitary and Stormwater District Board will consider awarding a bid for the 2022 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project, review stormwater matters, and discuss the 2024 HSD budget. Other items include waste water billing adjustments, City Hall planting, and prescribed burns at Hillman Park and Deep River.

• 2022 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project Bid Award: discussion/consideration
• 2024 HSD Budget: discussion
• HLL Stormwater Review: discussion/consideration
• Waste Water Billing Adjustments: discussion/consideration
• Prescribed Burns at Hillman Park and Deep River: discussion/consideration

The Board approved wastewater billing adjustments and a contract for native plantings at City Hall. A request from Hobart Little League to waive stormwater fees was denied. Action on the 2022 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project and prescribed burns was tabled.

• Approved April 25, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Denied Hobart Little League request to waive stormwater fee
• Approved quarterly waste water billing adjustments (5-0)
• Tabled award of 2022 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project bid
• Approved $10,320 for Davey to install native plants at City Hall (5-0)
• Tabled proposal for prescribed burns at Hillman Park and Deep River Park

Board of Park Commissioners

The Hobart Board of Park Commissioners will hold its regular meeting, covering routine approvals and reports. The only new business item is a discussion of Mud Volleyball.

• Approval of minutes from April 10, 2023
• Approval of register of claims
• Discussion of Mud Volleyball

Plan Commission

The Hobart Plan Commission will hold public hearings and vote on multiple subdivision plats, rezones, and site plans, including a 67-lot subdivision (Hickory Hollow) and several smaller projects. The agenda also includes a request to extend the recording deadline for a previously approved subdivision.

• Public hearing for Hickory Hollow, a proposed 67-lot subdivision on 32.5 acres near 61st Ave. & Arizona St.
• Public hearing for Atkore to amend its PUD to add outdoor storage, parking, and fix a scrivener's error (2400 E. 69th Ave.)
• Rezone request by Robert Hennessey from R-2 to PUD for 0.3512 acre near Lake Park Ave. & 10th St.
• Site plan for Chick-Fil-A to add two doors in drive-thru cockpit (2385 Southlake Mall)
• Final plat for Lineage Logistics 1-lot subdivision on 49.145 acres (2201 North Wind Pkwy.)

The Hobart Plan Commission approved 9 petitions including final plats, site plans, and a subdivision, all with conditions. Four petitions were tabled, including a rezone and PUD amendment, pending further review. All votes were unanimous except one 8-0 vote where a member recused.

• Approved final plat for Grothoff Subdivision (9-0)
• Tabled rezone petition 23-05 for property near Lake Park Ave. & 10th St. (9-0)
• Tabled replat petition 23-05A for same property (9-0)
• Tabled PUD amendment 23-10 and site plan 23-10A for Wkpt LLC (9-0)
• Approved site plan for 70'x124' building at 1000 Georgiana St., contingent on drainage and 1-lot subdivision (9-0)
• Approved site plan for Chick-Fil-A drive-thru doors, contingent on ADA compliance (9-0)
• Approved site plan for D&M Auto Collision parking area, contingent on drainage (9-0)
• Approved final plat for Lineage Logistics 2nd Addition Subdivision, contingent on bond (8-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Hobart Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on three variance requests, including a use variance for a retail fireworks facility at 3800 W. Lincoln Highway. Other items include a developmental standards variance for a front-yard fence and one for an oversized detached garage. The board will also consider approval of annual reports for 2020-2022.

• Public hearing on use variance for proposed retail fireworks facility at 3800 W. Lincoln Highway (2.8 acres, B-3 zoning)
• Public hearing on developmental standards variance for a 5' chain link fence in front yard at 915 W. 38th Place (R-2 zoning)
• Public hearing on developmental standards variance to exceed accessory structure size limit by 160 sq ft for a 24'x36' detached garage at 2440 E. Home Avenue (R-2 zoning)
• Tabled use variance from April to address legal non-conforming multi-unit dwelling at 669 Lake Street (R-2 zoning)
• Approval of 2020, 2021, and 2022 annual reports

The Board of Zoning Appeals voted 5-0 to recommend a use variance for a retail fireworks facility at 3800 W. Lincoln Highway to the Common Council. They also approved a developmental standards variance for a 5' chain link fence at 915 W. 38th Place, contingent on staff review of style and setback, and approved a variance for a 24'x36' detached garage at 2440 E. Home Avenue, stipulating personal use only. A prior petition for a multi-unit dwelling variance was removed for lack of prosecution.

• Removed Petition 23-04 (use variance for multi-unit dwelling at 669 Lake Street) for want of prosecution (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Petition 23-06 (use variance for retail fireworks facility at 3800 W. Lincoln Highway) to Common Council (5-0)
• Approved Petition 23-07 (developmental standards variance for 5' chain link fence at 915 W. 38th Place) contingent on staff review of fence style and setback (5-0)
• Approved Petition 23-08 (developmental standards variance for 24'x36' detached garage at 2440 E. Home Avenue) stipulating personal use only (5-0)
• Approved 2020, 2021, and 2022 annual reports (5-0)

City Council

The Hobart Common Council is meeting in executive session to discuss strategy regarding litigation that is pending or has been threatened in writing. The session is closed to the public and authorized under Indiana code. No other business is listed on this agenda.

• Executive session for litigation strategy discussion
• Meeting at Mayor's Office, Hobart City Hall, 414 Main Street
• Authorized under IC 5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(2)(B)

The Hobart Common Council convened an executive session on May 3, 2023, to discuss strategy regarding pending or threatened litigation, as permitted by Indiana Code. No votes or substantive decisions were taken; the session was purely procedural.

City Council

The Hobart Common Council is holding its regular meeting with a single substantive item on the agenda: a vote on Ordinance 2023-08, which transfers appropriations within the 2023 budget for the MVH and MVH Restricted Funds. The rest of the agenda consists of routine procedural items such as roll call, reading of minutes, and reports.

• Ordinance 2023-08: Transferring appropriations within the 2023 budget of the MVH and MVH Restricted Funds

The council voted 7-0 to direct the mayor to send a letter demanding that New Chicago and Lake Station repair their portions of Ridge Road. The council also approved on first and second reading an ordinance transferring appropriations within the MVH and MVH Restricted Funds budget. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of April 19, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-08 on first reading transferring appropriations within MVH and MVH Restricted Funds (7-0)
• Suspended rules and declared emergency for second reading of Ordinance 2023-08 (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-08 on second reading (7-0)
• Directed mayor to send letter to New Chicago and Lake Station demanding repair of their Ridge Road sections (7-0)

Board of Public Works and Safety

The Hobart Board of Public Works and Safety is holding its regular meeting to review and discuss several ongoing items, including unsafe building statuses at 4035 Missouri St., 7931 Iowa St., and 332 Main St., as well as a temporary food trailer request at 200 Main St. The board will also consider a request for stop signs at 9th & Garfield and Hickory St. entering Eagle Creek. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of minutes, claims, and correspondence.

• Unsafe building review: 4035 Missouri St. (Indiana Land Trust Company, Ibrahim Yoldash)
• Property violation compliance update: 7931 Iowa St. (Safe Haven, Mark Mulroe, Devin Rowland)
• Unsafe building status update: 332 Main St. (Matthew Doran, Attorney Michael Jasaitis)
• Temporary food trailer consideration: 200 Main St. (Tavern on the Lake, Tommy Forbes)
• Stop sign request: 9th & Garfield and Hickory St. entering Eagle Creek (Josh Huddlestun)

The Board of Public Works and Safety imposed a $500 fine on the owner of 4035 Missouri St. for failure to address unsafe building conditions, and ordered the owner to appear at the May 17 meeting. The Board also approved a stop sign placement at Hickory & Hickory into Deep River, accepted a memorandum of understanding for Chicago Dash bus service, and continued several matters to future meetings.

• Imposed $500 fine on 4035 Missouri St. property for unsafe conditions, ordered owner to appear May 17 (3-0)
• Approved stop sign placement eastbound Hickory at Hickory into Deep River (3-0)
• Approved memorandum of understanding for Chicago Dash bus service with amended paragraph 5 (3-0)
• Accepted minutes of April 19 and April 26, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved register of claims and payroll claims (3-0)
• Approved agenda as amended (3-0)
• Continued Safe Haven property violation at 7931 Iowa St. to May 17 (3-0)
• Continued temporary food trailer request at 200 Main St. to May 17 (3-0)

Maria Reiner Center Board

The Maria Reiner Center Board of Directors is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will approve minutes and the agenda, hear the executive director's report (including a chamber award, fitness equipment update, trip planning, and part-time employee search), approve claims, and review financial reports for each fund. The meeting is largely routine administrative business.

• Approval of claims
• Financial reports: individual balances & expenses of each fund
• Executive director's report: chamber award received
• Executive director's report: fitness equipment update
• Executive director's report: part-time employee search

The Board approved the financial report and claims for April 2023. The Executive Director provided updates on new fitness equipment, membership totals, and upcoming events including a Mother's Day Tea and a health fair.

• Approved minutes of March 20, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
• Approved claims totaling $4,032.34 (7-0)
• Approved financial report showing $164,313.51 in cash and investments through March 2023 (7-0)

Board of Public Works and Safety

The Hobart Board of Public Works and Safety will hold a special meeting to continue discussion on the unsafe building status of Main Street Station at 235 Main St., involving Batalis, Inc., and attorney Harold Killian. The board will also consider a bond for remediation work related to Cressmoor, as presented by City Attorney McCarthy. The agenda includes only these two business items, with no other substantive actions listed.

• Update/status on unsafe building at 235 Main St. (Main Street Station)
• Consideration of Cressmoor bond for remediation work

The Board authorized the City attorney to seek payment for $107,335.61 in remediation expenses from Cressmoor Estates bonds. Additionally, the Board continued the unsafe building matter for 235 Main St. to May 17 pending a corrected contract and permits.

• Authorized City attorney to apply maintenance and performance letters of credit for $107,335.61 in remediation expenses (3-0)
• Continued 235 Main St. unsafe building matter to May 17 meeting (3-0)

Sanitary and Stormwater District Board

The Sanitary and Stormwater District Board will discuss and consider several operational items, including environmental consulting for ground contamination at Cressmoor Estates, NPDES stormwater permit compliance, lift station repairs, and a budget revision ordinance. No final decisions are listed; all items are marked for discussion or consideration.

• Wessler Task Order No 4 – environmental consulting for ground contamination at Cressmoor Estates housing development site
• Wessler Task Order No 5 – professional engineering services for NPDES Phase II stormwater permit compliance
• Main Lift station neoprene seal for gate, scaffolding & inspection
• Lift station #7 pump repair
• Budget Revision Ordinance discussion

The Board approved several infrastructure expenditures, including a $40,000 contract for MS4 program compliance and $2.66M in bond disbursements. It also updated the wastewater billing pool fill waiver policy to include April. A proposed agreement with BF&S for a treatment plant study was deferred for legal review.

• Approved $2.66M SRF Bond disbursement for legal, engineering, and construction (4/0)
• Approved $40,000 Task Order No. 5 with Wessler Engineering for MS4 Program implementation (4/0)
• Changed pool fill wastewater billing waiver period to April 1st through June 9th (4/0)
• Approved $189,865.17 bond, interest, and debt service claim for May 2023 (4/0)
• Approved $64,000 Storm Water Bond claim for Abonmarche Consultants (4/0)
• Approved $17,947.26 for 2018 vac sweeper repair parts from McCann (4/0)
• Approved $7,249.00 for submersible pump repair at lift station #7 (4/0)
• Approved pre-renovation asbestos and lead surveys at main lift station, not to exceed $1,525.00 (4/0)

City Council

The Hobart Common Council is holding its regular meeting, with the main item being the second reading of Ordinance 2023-06, which would amend the zoning for a 3.50-acre parcel at 320 W. 61st Ave. to allow a St. Mary Medical Center outpatient rehabilitation facility. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval, committee reports, and announcements.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2023-06: zoning amendment for St. Mary Medical Center Outpatient Rehabilitation Facility, 320 W. 61st Ave., 3.50 acres
• Public comment session on Comprehensive Plan scheduled for April 20, 2023, 5-7 PM, Council Chambers

The Common Council adopted a zoning ordinance amendment for a medical rehabilitation facility and approved the creation of a new position in the Wastewater and Stormwater Departments.

• Approved minutes of April 5, 2023 (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-06 amending the Preliminary Plan for St. Mary Medical Center Outpatient Rehabilitation Facility at 320 W. 61st Ave (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-07 adding a position to the Wastewater and Stormwater Departments (6-0)

Board of Public Works and Safety

The Board ratified an engineering services contract and approved a subdivision's mylars. They also scheduled a special meeting to address the potential demolition of an unsafe building at 235 Main St. and approved requests for a food drive and a block party.

• Ratified First Group Engineering contract for LaSalle to 49th Ave project, not to exceed $180,665.00 (3-0)
• Approved signing of mylars for 1-lot subdivision Clay Parkway Business Park (3-0)
• Scheduled special meeting for April 26, 2023 regarding unsafe building at 235 Main St (3-0)
• Approved temporary sign placement for NALC food drive May 6-13, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved block party on Cypress Lane for July 3, 2023, from 1pm-11pm (3-0)
• Continued unsafe building matter for 4035 Missouri St to May 3, 2023 (3-0)
• Removed Cressmoor Estates Retention Pond item from agenda (3-0)
• Continued property violation compliance for 7931 Iowa St to May 3, 2023 (3-0)

Redevelopment Commission

The Hobart Redevelopment Commission will hold its regular meeting to discuss and act on several items, including a discussion on TIF distribution and boundaries for US 30 and 69th Avenue, status reports on various construction projects, and approval of multiple claims registers. The commission will also consider signage grant applications and reports on education and workforce training grants. The meeting is a mix of project updates, grant approvals, and routine financial approvals.

• US 30 & 69th Avenue TIF Distribution and Boundaries discussion with Baker Tilly
• Signage Grant Application – 220 Main Street, Addie Kinsey
• Signage Grant Application – 223 Center Street, Charlie Gabbard
• Approval of Change Order #1 (Grimmer) – Lakefront Park Refuse Enclosure Project
• Approval of 2020 Bond and Economic Development Revenue Bond Series 2022 Registers of Claims

The Commission reviewed a negative TIF distribution of approximately $44,000 for the US 30 and 69th Avenue area caused by property tax appeals. Officials discussed removing certain parcels from the TIF district to stabilize future budgeting. The Commission also received a $365,000 initial estimate for landscape and hardscape projects at 61st and 69th Avenues.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved March 20, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Hobart Fire Civil Service Commission

The Hobart Fire Civil Service Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative business. The agenda includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and discussion of new hires status, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes from March 7, 2023 special meeting
• Discussion of new hires status

The Commission appointed Sandra Moreno Garcia as the Fire Commission Attorney. Members also voted to continue using Public Safety Medical for the next hiring list and modified language in the acting officer lists for Battalion Chiefs and Captains.

• Approved continuing use of Public Safety Medical for the next hiring list (3-0)
• Approved removing words in Section 2-14-EE on the acting officer list for Battalion Chief (3-0)
• Approved removing words in Section 2-14-FF on the acting officers list for Captain Promotion (3-0)
• Approved appointment of Sandra Moreno Garcia as Fire Commission Attorney (3-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (3-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from February 23 and March 7 special meetings (3-0)

Plan Commission

The Hobart Plan Commission is holding a special meeting to consider a single tabled agenda item: a petition for a final plat for a proposed 1-lot subdivision called Clay Parkway Business Park. The site is located southwest of Clay Street and Lincoln Highway, zoned PBP, and covers 15.899 acres. The commission will vote on whether to approve the final plat.

• Final plat for 1-lot subdivision (Clay Parkway Business Park)
• Location: SW of Clay St. & Lincoln Hwy.
• Zoning: PBP (Planned Business Park)
• Size: 15.899 acres
• Special meeting on April 13, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, Hobart City Hall

The Plan Commission approved the final plat for a proposed 1-lot subdivision known as Clay Parkway Business Park. Approval is contingent upon the receipt of a signed Bond Form and a Performance Bond.

• Granted final approval for Petition 22-42A (Clay Parkway Business Park) contingent on receipt of signed Bond Form and $2,438,691.74 Performance Bond (7-0)

Plan Commission

The Hobart City Council and Plan Commission will hold a joint work session to discuss updating the city's Comprehensive Plan. No formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only.

• Discussion on updating the Comprehensive Plan

City Council

The Hobart City Council and Plan Commission will hold a joint work session to discuss updating the city's Comprehensive Plan. This is a discussion-only meeting, with no formal votes or decisions scheduled.

• Discussion of updating the City of Hobart Comprehensive Plan

Board of Public Works and Safety

The Hobart Board of Public Works and Safety is holding a special meeting with a single business item: an update on the status of Lot 86 and detention pond remediation for the Cressmoor Development. Attorney Joseph Svetanoff and Randy Hall are scheduled to provide the update. The rest of the agenda is standard procedural items.

• Update on Lot 86 and detention pond remediation for Cressmoor Development

The Board discussed the status of Lot 86 and detention pond remediation by Cressmoor Development. The Board authorized the City Engineer to contract GE Marshall to complete the pond remediation if the work is not finished to satisfaction by Monday, April 17.

• Authorized contracting GE Marshall for pond remediation if not completed by April 17 (3-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (3-0)

Sanitary and Stormwater District Board

The April 11, 2023 meeting of the Hobart Sanitary District / Storm Water Management Board was cancelled because there was no business to conduct.

Board of Park Commissioners

The Hobart Board of Park Commissioners will hold its regular meeting, primarily to review the department's master plan and discuss a proposed wrestling event and the Friends of Robinson group. The agenda includes standard items like approval of minutes and claims, along with reports from the director and other bodies.

• Master Plan Review
• Proposed Wrestling Event
• Friends of Robinson
• Approval of Register of Claims
• Approval of Minutes (March 13, 2023)

The Board of Park Commissioners approved a proposal from Ringside Entertainment to host a wrestling event. The board also accepted the register of claims and the meeting agenda.

• Approved July 8 wrestling event by Ringside Entertainment at Brickie Bowl (3-0)
• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved April 10, 2023 minutes (3-0)
• Approved register of claims (3-0)

Plan Commission

The Hobart Plan Commission is meeting to decide on a variety of planning items, including several subdivision plats, rezones, and site plans. The agenda includes public hearings for major projects such as a proposed apartment neighborhood, a Lineage Logistics expansion, and a St. Mary Medical Center renovation. Several items were previously tabled and are being reconsidered.

• Rezone of 0.3512 acre at Lake Park Ave. & 10th St. from R-2 to PUD (23-05)
• Public hearing for Redwood USA's proposed single-family apartment neighborhood at Grand Blvd. & US 30 (22-46A)
• Public hearing for Lineage Logistics addition, parking, and guard house at 2201 North Wind Pkwy. (22-25A)
• Public hearing for St. Mary Medical Center addition and renovation to outpatient rehab facility at 320 W. 61st Ave. (23-07A)
• Site plan for proposed 70'x124' building at 1000 Georgiana St. (23-11)

The Plan Commission granted preliminary plat and site plan approvals for projects including Lineage Logistics and St. Mary Medical Center. Several other petitions were tabled pending further drainage plans or documentation. The commission also granted a 6-month recording extension for the Industrial One project.

• Approved preliminary plat for Colvin Addition 2-lot subdivision (8-0)
• Approved site plan for RTO equipment at 2400 E. 69th Ave (8-0)
• Approved site plan and preliminary plat for Lineage Logistics expansion (7-0)
• Approved site plan and preliminary plat for St. Mary Medical Center outpatient rehab (8-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Liechty Estates 1-lot subdivision (7-0)
• Tabled petitions for 501 N Colorado St, 10th St rezone, and 1000 Georgiana St
• Tabled PUD amendment and site plan for mini-storage units south of Lincoln Hwy/Dakota St (7-0)
• Granted 6-month extension to record final plat for PC 22-41B-Industrial One (8-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Hobart Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on two variance requests: a use variance for a multi-unit dwelling at 669 Lake Street and a developmental standards variance for a pole barn at 6790 E. 83rd Avenue. The board will also approve minutes from March 2, 2023, and discuss rules of practice and procedure.

• Use variance for multi-unit dwelling at 669 Lake Street (0.14 acre, R-2 zoning)
• Developmental standards variance to exceed accessory structure limit by 408 sq ft for a 28'x48' pole barn at 6790 E. 83rd Avenue
• Approval of minutes from March 2, 2023
• Discussion of Rules of Practice & Procedure

The Board approved a developmental standards variance for a pole barn exceeding size limits. One use variance request was tabled due to a lack of response from the petitioner.

• Approved Petition 23-05 for a 28x48’ pole barn at 6790 E. 83rd Avenue, contingent on personal use only (5-0)
• Tabled Petition 23-04 use variance for 669 Lake Street (5-0)
• Approved March 2, 2023 minutes (5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)

City Council

The Hobart Common Council is holding its regular meeting, with the main item being a proposed ordinance to amend the zoning preliminary plan for a PUD to allow a St. Mary Medical Center outpatient rehabilitation facility on a 3.50-acre site at 320 W. 61st Ave. The agenda also includes a proclamation, committee reports, and a State of the City presentation by Mayor Brian K. Snedecor.

• Ordinance 2023-06: amend PUD zoning for St. Mary Medical Center Outpatient Rehabilitation Facility, 320 W. 61st Ave., 3.50 acres
• Proclamation: Week of the Young Child, April 3-7, 2023
• State of the City presentation by Mayor Brian K. Snedecor
• Reading of minutes from March 15, 2023 regular meeting and executive session

The City Council approved the first reading of an ordinance to amend the preliminary plan for a rehabilitation facility expansion. A special joint meeting with the Plan Commission was scheduled for April 12. The Mayor presented his final State of the City Address.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-06 (first reading) for St. Mary Medical Center Outpatient Rehabilitation Facility expansion (7-0)
• Approved minutes of March 15, 2023 meeting (7-0)
• Scheduled special joint meeting with Plan Commission for April 12, 2023 at 6:00 PM
• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)

Board of Public Works and Safety

The Board awarded a CDBG demolition contract for five properties to C. Lee Construction and approved various professional service agreements. Several unsafe building cases were continued for compliance, and one property owner was fined $500. The Board also approved a series of performance contracts for the summer market.

• Awarded $96,021 demolition bid for 5 properties to C. Lee Construction (3-0)
• Approved 2023 contract with Indiana Landmarks for $2,955.00 (3-0)
• Approved summer market performance agreements for various bands (3-0)
• Imposed $500.00 fine on owner of 4035 Missouri St. (3-0)
• Approved alternate 2 lighting bid for CCMG 3rd St. Project to Dyer Construction (3-0)
• Approved acceptance of public right-of-way dedication for US 30 frontage road (3-0)
• Accepted Long-Term Maintenance and Operation Agreement for Dollar General at 720 County Line Rd. (3-0)
• Authorized City Engineer to lift stop work order for Phase 1 of Cressmoor Estates retention pond (3-0)

Maria Reiner Center Board

The Maria Reiner Center Board of Directors will hold a regular meeting to elect officers for 2023, approve minutes and claims, and review financial reports. The executive director will provide updates on a remodel, fitness equipment, and upcoming events. The agenda is routine, with no major policy decisions or public hearings.

• Election of officers for 2023
• Approval of minutes from February 23, 2023 regular meeting
• Executive director's report on remodel update and fitness equipment
• Approval of claims
• Financial reports on individual fund balances and expenses

The Board approved claims totaling $5,062.40 and a financial report showing $127,157.22 in cash and investments through February 2023. The Executive Director reported on equipment needs for a remodel and upcoming center events.

• Approved minutes of February 23, 2023 (8-0)
• Approved agenda minus election of officers (8-0)
• Approved claims totaling $5,062.40 (8-0)
• Approved financial report of $127,157.22 in cash and investments (8-0)

Board of Public Works and Safety

The Hobart Board of Public Works and Safety is holding a special meeting to discuss the status of Lot 103 and detention pond remediation at Cressmoor Development, consider signing mylars for a plat of vacation for an alley, and consider an engineering contract for a road project. The alley vacation was already approved by the Common Council on March 15, 2023.

• Update/status of Lot 103 and detention pond remediation at Cressmoor Development
• Signing of mylars for plat of vacation of an unimproved alley (625' x 10', 0.144 acres, zoned R-2) in South Side Addition
• Consideration of engineering contract with First Group Engineering for LaSalle St. & 49th Ave. Community Crossings project

The Board approved the signing of mylars for a 0.144-acre alley vacation in the South Side Addition. Two other items regarding lot remediation and an engineering contract were removed from the agenda.

• Approved signing of mylars for plat of vacation for alley S of 13th St. (3-0)
• Removed Lot 103, Lot 86 and Detention Pond Remediation from agenda (3-0)
• Removed First Group Engineering, Inc. contract for LaSalle St. & 49th Ave. from agenda (3-0)

Sanitary and Stormwater District Board

The Hobart Sanitary District and Storm Water Management Board will discuss and consider several items, including a subcommittee discussion with the RDC regarding the sale of 37th Avenue, sewer repairs on South Ash and Virginia Streets, diagnostic software for the fleet, and financial approvals. The board will also consider a storm water bond payment and a reimbursement for a storm water fee overpayment, plus a budget revision ordinance.

• Discussion of sale of 37th Avenue with RDC
• Sewer repairs on South Ash & Virginia Streets: discussion/consideration
• Diagnostic software for fleet: discussion/consideration
• Abonmarche Consultants, Inc – Storm Water Bond Payment #34: consideration
• Reimbursement of Storm Water Fee Overpayment: discussion/consideration

The Board approved a $1,430,813 bond disbursement for legal and engineering services and construction. It also awarded a $146,347.90 contract for sewer repairs at Ash and Virginia Streets. Additionally, the Board authorized a $2,100 contribution for vehicle diagnostic software.

• Approved $1,430,813 bond disbursement for Westland & Bennett, P.C., Butler, Fairman & Seufert, and Kokosing Industrial, Inc. (3-0)
• Awarded Ash Street and Virginia Street sewer repairs to H&G Underground for $146,347.90 (3-0)
• Approved $189,865.17 for bond, interest, and debt service claim for April 2023 (3-0)
• Approved $84,600.00 Bond Claim #34 to Abonmarche Consultants (3-0)
• Authorized $2,100 contribution for city garage diagnostic software (3-0)
• Approved $1,296.30 storm water fee reimbursement for 5565 Liverpool Road (3-0)
• Approved February invoice claims totaling $479,708.64 (3-0)
• Nominated Mr. Broadaway and Mr. Fulton to a sub-committee for the sale of 37th Avenue property (3-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Hobart Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to consider two certificates of appropriateness: one for interior window tinting at City Hall (414 Main St.) and another for new exterior signage at 223 Center St. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and public comment.

• Certificate of appropriateness for interior window tinting at 414 Main St. (City of Hobart)
• Certificate of appropriateness for new exterior signage at 223 Center St. (Charles Gabbard)
• Approval of minutes from February 21, 2023

The Historic Preservation Commission approved two Certificates of Appropriateness for properties on Main Street. One request concerned window tinting for city facilities, and the other concerned a business window decal.

• Approved February 21, 2023 minutes with corrections (voice vote)
• Approved COA 23-03 for window tinting at 414 Main Street (voice vote)
• Approved COA 23-01 for window signage decal at 223 Main Street (voice vote)

Redevelopment Commission

The Hobart Redevelopment Commission is holding its regular meeting to discuss and potentially approve various infrastructure projects, including status reports on landscape/hardscape projects and the Lakefront Park refuse enclosure, as well as supplemental agreements for road and streetscape work. They will also discuss a property at 37th Avenue and approve claims registers.

• Supplemental Agreement No. 1 for 69th Avenue Reconstruction (BF&S)
• Supplemental Agreement No. 2 for 3rd Street Streetscape Construction Inspection (BF&S)
• Lakefront Park Refuse Enclosure Project status report
• HSD - 37th Avenue Property Discussion
• Approval of registers of claims (including 2020 bond and 2022 economic development revenue bond)

The Redevelopment Commission approved several supplemental agreements for road and streetscape inspections and authorized multiple requisition payments for construction and engineering services. The commission also held an extensive discussion regarding the potential transfer and future development of a 90-acre Hobart Sanitary District property.

• Approved $12,000 Supplemental Agreement No. 1 for 69th Avenue Reconstruction (4-0)
• Approved $5,000 Supplemental Agreement No. 2 for 3rd Street Streetscape Inspection (4-0)
• Approved register of claims for Eichhorn & Eichhorn in the amount of $1,200.00 (4-0)
• Approved Requisition No. 42 for $35,070.14 for engineering and legal expenses (4-0)
• Approved Requisition No. 9 for $773,872.05 for 82nd Avenue construction and engineering (4-0)
• Approved February 21, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)

City Council

The Hobart Common Council is holding its regular meeting on March 15, 2023, with several items on the agenda. They will consider an ordinance to vacate a platted alley, an ordinance amending the Court/Police Bailiff position, and a compliance matter regarding Grand Trunk Storage Depot. The meeting also includes a proclamation for Disability Awareness Month and a budget calendar for FY 2024.

• Ordinance 2023-04: Vacating a 625' x 10' unimproved platted alley south of 13th St., north of 14th St., east of Fleming St., zoned R-2, 0.144 acres, South Side Addition, for Grant & Susan Liechty
• Ordinance 2023-05: Amending Ordinance 2022-23 regarding the Court/Police Bailiff position for Hobart City Court
• Compliance with Statement of Benefits: Grand Trunk Storage Depot, 7190 Grand Blvd.
• Proclamation: Disability Awareness Month, March 2023
• Correspondence: Budget Calendar for FY 2024

The Common Council adopted two ordinances regarding a platted alley vacation and the Court/Police Bailiff position. The Council also accepted a compliance statement for the Grand Trunk Storage Depot despite some member concerns.

• Adopted Ordinance 2023-04 to vacate a 0.144-acre platted alley (7-0)
• Accepted Compliance with Statement of Benefits for Grand Trunk Storage Depot (6-1)
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-05 amending the Court/Police Bailiff position for Hobart City Court (7-0)
• Approved minutes from March 1, 2023 meeting (7-0)

City Council

The City Council met in an executive session to discuss strategy regarding the initiation of litigation or pending/threatened litigation. No substantive public decisions were recorded.

Board of Public Works and Safety

The Hobart Board of Public Works and Safety is meeting to approve claims and review unfinished business, including property violations at 7931 Iowa St. and issues at 236 Main St. The board will also consider annual renewals for sidewalk dining permits for three local businesses and a temporary food trailer permit. New business includes requests for tree removal, a sidewalk waiver, a material variance, and a bird sanctuary designation.

• Annual renewal of Sidewalk Dining for Café 339 (339 Main St.), Montego Bay Grille (322 Main St.), and Granger’s at the Clock Tower (437 E. 3rd St.)
• Approval for Temporary Food Trailer at 200 Main St. for Tavern on the Lake
• Update on Compliance of Property Violations at Safe Haven (7931 Iowa St.)
• Request to remove trees from easement at 3701 E. 34th Pl.
• Request for Variance to use 50 feet of Asphalt instead of concrete at 7980 Clay St.

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved a base bid for the Community Crossings Project and authorized soil remediation for Cressmoor Development. The Board also approved a sidewalk dining renewal for Café 339 and signed mylars for Industrial One.

• Approved base bid for Community Crossings Project to Dyer Construction for $1,999,134.35 (3-0)
• Approved $5,936.00 soil remediation proposal from G.E. Marshall for Cressmoor Development (3-0)
• Approved sidewalk dining renewal for Café 339 from April 1 to October 31, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved signing of mylars and accepted bond for Industrial One at SW Corner of Colorado and 83rd Ave (3-0)
• Approved First Amendment to Ground Lease Agreement and Memorandum for tower at PCC (3-0)
• Denied bird sanctuary designation for Memory Lane, deciding to leave area in natural state (3-0)
• Tabled sidewalk waiver for 1957 Hickory Dr. for a one-year review in March 2024 (3-0)
• Continued property violation review for Safe Haven (7931 Iowa St.) to April 19, 2023 (3-0)

Sanitary and Stormwater District Board

The Hobart Sanitary Board of Commissioners is meeting in executive session to discuss strategy regarding litigation that is pending or has been threatened in writing. This is a closed session, and no public decisions or discussions are on the agenda.

• Executive session for litigation strategy under I.C. 5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(2)(B)

The board met in an executive session to discuss strategy regarding the initiation of, or pending and threatened, litigation. No other topics were discussed and no public votes were recorded.

Sanitary and Stormwater District Board

The Hobart Sanitary and Stormwater District Board is meeting to consider several infrastructure items, including a supplemental agreement for the Main Lift Station and Force Main project, approval to solicit bids for a sanitary sewer rehabilitation project, a 2023 green infrastructure maintenance contract, and a pump valve replacement at the Main Lift Station. The board will also approve minutes and the agenda.

• Supplemental Agreement No 4 for Main LS & Force Main Project
• Approval to solicit bids for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project
• 2023 GI Maintenance Contract
• Main Lift Station Pump #2 plug valve replacement

The Board approved several contracts for sanitary sewer maintenance, including a relining project and green infrastructure services. It also authorized expenditures for a pump plug valve replacement at the Main Lift Station and environmental consulting for a mitigated storage tank.

• Approved Supplemental Agreement No. 4 with BF&S for subsurface utility investigation not to exceed $55,000 (4-0)
• Approved solicitation of bids for sanitary sewer relining/rehabilitation project with opening date of April 5th (4-0)
• Approved 2023 GI services contract with Davey not to exceed $54,830.00 (4-0)
• Approved Wessler Engineering Task Order No. 3 for Environmental Restrictive Covenant not to exceed $3,000.00 (4-0)
• Approved purchase of check valve for Main Lift Station #2 pump plug valve replacement for $10,995.00 (4-0)
• Approved Pro Pump installation of check valve for $4,675.00 (4-0)
• Approved Serenity Environmental wet well cleaning not to exceed $4,970.00 (4-0)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Hobart Board of Park Commissioners will hold its regular meeting, covering routine approvals and reports. The only new business item is a request from Emberly's Smiles for signage in parks.

• New business: Emberly's Smiles signage in parks

The Board of Park Commissioners approved the agenda and the register of claims. The Park Director provided updates on sewer and bathroom projects at Festival Park and a new playground at Robinson. The board discussed a proposal to add ADA signage throughout parks in partnership with the non-profit Emberly’s Smiles.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved March 13, 2023 minutes (4-0)
• Approved register of claims (4-0)

Board of Public Works and Safety

The Hobart Board of Public Works and Safety is holding a special meeting with one substantive item: an update on the status of Lot 103, Lot 86, and detention pond remediation at the Cressmoor Development, presented by Randy Hall and Attorney Joseph Svetanoff. The rest of the agenda is procedural (call to order, roll call, approval of agenda, announcements, adjournment).

• Update/status of Lot 103, Lot 86 and Detention Pond Remediation at Cressmoor Development

The Board of Public Works and Safety established deadlines for Cressmoor Development to complete hazardous material removal and testing at Lot 103 and Lot 86. The Board also sustained a previous deadline for pond mitigation and referred the right-of-way contamination issue to the City Attorney.

• Set 2-week deadline from March 13, 2023, for Lot 103 remediation and testing (2-0)
• Set April 10, 2023, deadline for Lot 86 hazardous material removal and testing (2-0)
• Sustained April 5, 2023, deadline for pond mitigation (2-0)
• Took matter of right-of-way contamination under advisement with City Attorney (2-0)

Hobart Fire Civil Service Commission

The Hobart Fire Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting to handle routine administrative matters, including approving the agenda and minutes from February 23rd, and certifying the new hire list. No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Certification of the New Hire list

The commission met to certify the new hiring list. Members discussed the points awarded to applicants for military service, certifications, transfers, and testing.

• Approved the meeting agenda (2-0)
• Certified the new hiring list

Plan Commission

The Hobart Plan Commission will consider several site plans, rezones, and subdivisions, including a Dunkin' restaurant and a Dollar General store. Two items were withdrawn by petitioners, and one public hearing concerns a PUD amendment for St. Mary Medical Center. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and a discussion of rules of practice.

• Site plan for 2,323 sq. ft. Dunkin' at 4716 W. 61st Ave. (22-08)
• Site plan for 10,640 sq. ft. Dollar General near County Line & Ridge Rd. (22-30)
• Rezone of 67 acres from R-3 to M-1 near Colorado St. & 61st Ave. (22-38)
• Public hearing: PUD amendment for St. Mary Medical Center renovation (23-07)
• Withdrawn: Liechty Estates 2-lot subdivision (23-04) and rezone from PUD to M-1 (23-06)

The Commission granted site plan approvals for a Dunkin' restaurant and a Dollar General store, both contingent on specific engineering revisions. Favorable recommendations were sent to the Common Council for a PUD amendment for St. Mary Medical Center and an alley vacation. Several other petitions were tabled or withdrawn.

• Approved site plan for Dunkin' at 4716 W. 61st Ave contingent on restrictor plate and drainage easement revisions (8-0)
• Approved site plan for Dollar General near County Line & Ridge Rd contingent on stormwater and drainage revisions (8-0)
• Favorable recommendation to Council for alley vacation at 936 Garfield St (7-0)
• Favorable recommendation to Council for St. Mary Medical Center PUD amendment for outpatient rehab facility (7-0)
• Tabled rezone from R-2 to PUD for property at Lake Park Ave. & 10th St (8-0)
• Tabled replat of Lot 1 Robbins Addition (8-0)
• Tabled 1-lot subdivision at 501 N Colorado St (8-0)
• Tabled 2-lot subdivision for Colvin Addition at 4830 E. 73rd Ave (8-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Hobart Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on a use variance request for a property at 669 Lake Street. The property is zoned R-2 and the request aims to address the legal non-conforming status of a multi-unit dwelling. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Public hearing for use variance, case 23-04, at 669 Lake Street
• Property is 0.14 acre, zoned R-2, located 130 feet north of Lake & 7th Street
• Request to address legal non-conforming status of a multi-unit dwelling
• Approval of minutes from February 2, 2023

The Board approved a 3-month extension for a laydown yard and temporary parking area at a site southeast of the 61st Ave. and Wisconsin St. roundabout. A request to recognize a basement unit as a permitted use at 669 Lake Street was tabled pending building and fire inspections.

• Issued favorable recommendation to Common Council for 3-month extension for laydown yard and trailers at 61st Ave. & Wisconsin St. (4-0)
• Approved 3-month extension for #2 gravel at temporary parking area entrance at 61st Ave. & Wisconsin St. (4-0)
• Tabled Petition 23-04 regarding multi-unit dwelling status at 669 Lake Street (4-0)
• Approved February 2, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Board of Public Works and Safety

The Hobart Board of Public Works and Safety will hold its regular meeting, covering unfinished business on unsafe and problematic properties, new business including a development agreement, sidewalk dining renewals, and contract considerations. The board will also approve claims and minutes from the previous meeting.

• Resolution 2023-02: Development Agreement between City of Hobart and Clay Street Devco, LLC
• Annual renewal of sidewalk dining for Brick House Bar & Grill, Café 339, Montego Bay Grille, Caribbean on Lake George, Granger’s at the Clock Tower
• Temporary food trailer approval for Tavern on the Lake at 200 Main St.
• Unsafe building order update for 215 East St. (Glenwood Properties LLC)
• Extension of yearly paving contract with Milestone Contractors

The Board authorized a development agreement with Clay Street Devco, LLC and extended a paving contract with Milestone Contractors. Sidewalk dining renewals were partially approved, and a $15,000 inspection contract for Ash Commons was authorized.

• Approved Resolution 2023-02 for Development Agreement with Clay Street Devco, LLC (2-0)
• Authorized one-year extension of paving contract with Milestone Contractors (2-0)
• Approved $15,000 Ash Commons 3rd Party Inspection contract with First Group Engineering (2-0)
• Approved sidewalk dining renewals for Brick House Bar & Grill and Caribbean on Lake George (2-0)
• Pending sidewalk dining renewals for Café 339, Montego Bay Grille, and Granger’s at the Clock Tower (2-0)
• Continued unsafe building matters for 215 East St. and 332 Main St. to April 5, 2023 (2-0)
• Continued property issue review for 236 Main St. to March 15, 2023 (2-0)
• Continued Tavern on the Lake temporary food trailer request to March 15, 2023 (2-0)

City Council

The Hobart Common Council will hold public hearings on a tax abatement and development agreement for 8300 Clay St., and on vacating an alley. It will also consider a use variance extension for a construction laydown yard and a temporary loan between economic development funds, followed by the State of the City address.

• Public hearing: Resolution 2023-03 confirming tax abatement for Clay Street DevCo, LLC at 8300 Clay St.
• Public hearing: Resolution 2023-04 approving development agreement with Clay Street DevCo, LLC at 8300 Clay St.
• Public hearing: Ordinance 2023-04 to vacate a 625' x 10' platted alley south of 13th St., north of 14th St., east of Fleming St. (0.144 acres, R-2)
• Request for extension of use variance for laydown yard and temporary construction trailers near 61st Ave. & Wisconsin St. roundabout (2.72 acres, R-1)
• Resolution 2023-05 authorizing temporary loan from State Road 130 & Downtown EDA fund to U.S. 30 & 69th Ave. EDA fund

The Council approved a real property tax abatement and a development agreement for Clay Street DevCo, LLC. They also authorized a temporary interfund loan between two economic development area allocation funds.

• Approved Resolution 2023-03 designating 8300 Clay St. as an Economic Revitalization Area for tax abatement (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-04 authorizing a Development Agreement with Clay Street Devco, LLC for 8300 Clay St. (7-0)
• Approved 3-month Use Variance extension for NPL Construction Co. laydown yard SE of 61 Ave. & Wisconsin St. (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-05 for a temporary loan from State Road 130 to U.S. 30 & 69th Avenue TIF Districts (7-0)
• Approved February 15, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

Sanitary and Stormwater District Board

The Hobart Sanitary District and Storm Water Management Board is meeting to discuss and consider several financial and contractual items, including a GIS contract, storm water bond payments, and SRF bond disbursements. The agenda also includes project updates and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• 2023 GIS Contract with GTG: Discussion/Consideration
• Abonmarche Consultants, Inc – Storm Water Bond Payment #33: Consideration
• Kokosing Industrial – 2022 SRF Bond Disbursement #16: Consideration
• Westland & Bennett, P.C. – 2022 SRF Bond Disbursement #17: Consideration

Maria Reiner Center Board

The Maria Reiner Center Board of Directors is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes and agenda, hear the executive director's report on a remodel and upcoming events, and approve claims and financial reports. The meeting is largely routine oversight of the center's operations.

• Approval of minutes from January 26, 2023 regular meeting
• Executive director's report on remodel update and events planned
• Approval of claims
• Financial reports: individual balances and expenses of each fund

The Board of Directors re-elected current officers to another term and approved the January 2023 financial report. The board also accepted claims totaling $28,779.16. Discussions included facility remodels, upcoming fundraisers, and a pending 501C3 application.

• Re-elected current officers for 2023 (8-0)
• Approved claims totaling $28,779.16 (8-0)
• Approved January 2023 financial report showing $154,799.58 in cash and investments (8-0)
• Accepted minutes of February 23, 2023 (8-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (8-0)

Hobart Fire Civil Service Commission

The Hobart Fire Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting to handle administrative matters, including accepting the resignation of Secretary Ron Reed and appointing a replacement. The commission will also discuss the age requirement in its rules and set a date for new hire testing.

• Resignation of Fire Commission Secretary Ron Reed
• Appointment of replacement for Fire Commission Secretary
• Discussion of age requirement in Fire Commission rules
• New hire test date

The Commission met to update hiring requirements. It decided to change the required age for hiring and entrance from 21 to 18 years old.

• Changed hiring requirement age from 21 to 18 in section 2-14-2
• Changed entrance age from 21 to 18 in section 3-3

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission approved two Certificates of Appropriateness for signage and lighting at 223 Center Street and 200 Main Street. The board also voted to retain its current officers for 2023.

• Retained officers for 2023 (voice vote)
• Approved October 18, 2022 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved HHPC 23-01 for 223 Center Street: black gooseneck lights and window signage not exceeding 25% of the glass area per pane (voice vote)
• Approved HHPC 23-02 for 200 Main Street: signage as submitted, with window signage requiring future administrative approval (voice vote)

Redevelopment Authority

The Hobart Redevelopment Authority is holding a special meeting to elect officers, approve minutes from a February 2022 special meeting, and handle new business including execution of officer's certificates related to compliance and approval of the 2022 annual report for the Redevelopment Commission and Authority. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific projects or financial items listed.

• Election of officers
• Approval of minutes from February 23, 2022 special meeting
• Execution of Officer's Certificates related to Compliance
• Approval of 2022 Redevelopment Commission & Redevelopment Authority Annual Report

The Redevelopment Authority approved the 2022 Annual Report for submission to the Department of Local Government Finance. The board also authorized certificates to certify compliance with bond requirements for 2014, 2015, and 2020 Lease Rental Revenue bonds.

• Approved agenda (2-0)
• Retained 2022 officers: Sherryl Doerr (President) and Emily SeDoris (Secretary-Treasurer) (2-0)
• Approved February 23, 2022, Special Meeting minutes (2-0)
• Approved execution of Officer's Certificates for 2014, 2015, and 2020 Lease Rental Revenue bonds (2-0)
• Approved 2022 Redevelopment Commission & Redevelopment Authority Annual Report (2-0)

Redevelopment Commission

The Hobart Redevelopment Commission will hold its regular meeting to discuss and potentially approve several items, including a resolution authorizing a temporary loan between two economic development area funds, approval of the 2022 annual report, and approval of various claims. The meeting will also include a status report on the TRAX project and a revised meeting date for October 2023.

• Resolution No. 2023-01: Temporary loan from State Road 130 & Downtown EDA Allocation Fund to US 30 & 69th Avenue EDA Allocation Fund
• Approval of 2022 Redevelopment Commission & Redevelopment Authority Annual Report
• Approval of Register of Claims, 2020 Bond Register of Claims, and Economic Development Revenue Bond Series 2022 Register of Claims
• TRAX Project status report by American Structurepoint
• Revised October 2023 RDC regular meeting date

The Commission authorized a temporary loan to cover a local match for a federal safety project at US 30 and Colorado Street. The board also approved the 2022 annual report and several payment requisitions for legal and engineering services.

• Approved Resolution 2023-01 for a $393,000 temporary loan from Fund 4445 to Fund 4455 (3-0)
• Approved 2022 Redevelopment Commission & Redevelopment Authority Annual Report (3-0)
• Approved changing October 2023 regular meeting date to October 23rd (3-0)
• Approved register of claims for $985.00 (3-0)
• Approved 2020 Bond Register of Claims Requisition No. 41 for $1,304.94 (3-0)
• Approved Economic Development Revenue Bond Series 2022 Requisition No. 8 for $18,672.84 (3-0)
• Approved January 17, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)

Economic Development Commission

The Hobart Economic Development Commission is holding a special meeting to elect 2023 officers, approve the agenda, and review the 2022 annual report. The meeting includes routine items such as roll call, approval of minutes, and staff reports.

• Election of 2023 officers
• 2022 Annual Report of Economic Development Commission
• Approval of minutes from January 11, 2022 special meeting

The Commission approved its 2022 Annual Report, which highlighted a recommendation for $11.75 million in bonds for the Albanese expansion project. The board also voted to retain its 2022 officers. Staff provided updates on development opportunities at 61st Avenue and Colorado Street and the US 30 corridor.

• Approved 2022 Annual Report of Economic Development Commission (3-0)
• Retained 2022 officers: Mr. Homoky (President), Ms. Winstead (Vice-President), and Mr. Glover (Secretary) (3-0)
• Approved January 11, 2022, Special Meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (3-0)

City Council

The Hobart Common Council is holding its regular meeting, with the main item being the second reading of Ordinance 2023-03, which would change the zoning of a 23.4-acre property at the northwest corner of Grand Boulevard and US 30 from an established PUD to a new PUD classification. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, a proclamation for Tri-Kappa Week, and committee reports.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2023-03 to amend the zoning ordinance for 23.4 acres at NW corner of Grand Blvd & US 30
• Proclamation declaring Tri-Kappa Week
• Approval of minutes from February 1, 2023 regular meeting and executive session memorandum

The Common Council adopted an ordinance to change an established PUD zone to a new PUD zone classification for a property at the northwest corner of Grand Blvd and US 30. The council also approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from February 1, 2023.

• Adopted Ordinance 2023-03 to change PUD zone classification at NW corner of Grand Blvd & US 30 (7-0)
• Approved February 1, 2023 Regular Meeting and Executive Session minutes (7-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (7-0)

Board of Public Works and Safety

The Hobart Board of Public Works and Safety is meeting to handle routine business and several property-related items. They will hold a public hearing on an unsafe building at 2401 E. Hickey St., consider playground proposals for Hobart Destination Park, and review continued updates on other unsafe buildings. The board will also consider ratifying a construction materials testing contract and signing mylars for a subdivision.

• Public hearing on unsafe building at 2401 E. Hickey St. (Deborah Gallup/Kristy North)
• Continued updates on unsafe buildings at 234 N. Ohio St., 235 Main St., and 332 Main St.
• Consideration of playground proposals for Hobart Destination Park
• Ratify construction materials testing services contract with AES Inc. for 82nd Ave. (Phil Gralik)
• Signing of mylars for 2-lot subdivision (Bionic Park) near US 30 & Colorado St., 24.43 acres, zoned M-1

The Board ordered the demolition of a fire-damaged property on E. Hickey St. and approved the purchase of ADA-compliant playground equipment using ARP funds. Additionally, the Board issued deadlines for repairs and tenant relocation for several unsafe buildings on Main St. and N. Ohio St.

• Ordered demolition and bid process for 2401 E. Hickey St. (2-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-01 for custom playground equipment and installation (2-0)
• Ordered tenants of 332 Main St. to be removed by February 22, 2023 (2-0)
• Set compliance deadline for 235 Main St. repairs by May 17, 2023 (2-0)
• Continued review of unsafe building at 234 N. Ohio St. to April 5, 2023 (2-0)
• Ratified mayor's approval of AES Inc. for 82nd Ave construction material testing (2-0)
• Approved signing of mylars for 2-lot subdivision (Bionic Park) (2-0)
• Accepted February 1, 2023 meeting minutes (2-0)

Sanitary and Stormwater District Board

The Hobart Sanitary and Storm Water District Board will consider several items, including a property brokerage agreement, ratifying emergency repairs at Lillian and Indiana, and meeting with the River Forest School Board about Cressmoor Villa Shores flood relief. They will also discuss personnel additions and the 73rd Ave row update.

• HSD Property Brokerage Agreement: discussion/consideration
• Ratify emergency repair at Lillian & Indiana and Indiana & Devonshire
• Meeting with River Forest School Board concerning Cressmoor Villa Shores flood relief
• Sanitary Department personnel additions
• 73rd Ave row update

The Board ratified an emergency expenditure for sanitary pipe and lateral replacement near Indiana and Lillian. The Board also tabled a property brokerage agreement pending sub-committee work and declined to solicit quotes for pond mitigation at Cressmoor Estates at this time.

• Ratified emergency repair of 110 feet of sanitary pipe and laterals for $95,525.87 (3-0)
• Approved January 24, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Tabled HSD property brokerage agreement
• Declined request to solicit quotes for Cressmoor Estates pond mitigation

Board of Park Commissioners

The Hobart Board of Park Commissioners will hold its regular meeting, covering routine items like approval of minutes and claims, along with reports from the director, plan commission, common council, and school board. The main new business is a playground update.

• Playground update
• Approval of minutes from January 9, 2023
• Approval of register of claims
• Director report
• Plan commission report

The Board approved the meeting agenda, previous minutes, and the register of claims. The Park Director provided updates on the master plan, a bathroom project, and a planned memorial plaque for Linda Buzinec. No new substantive ordinances or contracts were voted on during the meeting.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved February 13, 2023 minutes (4-0)
• Approved register of claims (4-0)

Plan Commission

The Hobart Plan Commission will hold public hearings and vote on several development proposals, including a Dunkin' restaurant, a Dollar General store, a rezoning for industrial use, and multiple subdivision plats. The agenda also includes a request to vacate an unimproved alley and a rezone to a planned unit development.

• Site plan for 2,323 sq. ft. Dunkin' at 4716 W. 61st Ave.
• Site plan for 10,640 sq. ft. Dollar General near County Line & Ridge Rd.
• Rezone of 67 acres from R-3 to M-1 near Colorado St. & 61st Ave.
• Final plat for 2-lot subdivision (Bionic Park) near US 30 & Colorado St.
• Vacation of 625' unimproved alley in South Side Addition

The Commission granted final plat approval for Bionic Park and preliminary plat approval for the Grothoff subdivision. Several other petitions for site plans, rezoning, and subdivisions were tabled.

• Approved Final Plat for Bionic Park (Petition 22-51) (8-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Grothoff Subdivision (Petition 23-03) contingent on plat language updates (8-0)
• Tabled site plan for Dunkin’ (Petition 22-08)
• Tabled site plan for Dollar General (Petition 22-30)
• Tabled rezone from R-3 to M-1 (Petition 22-38)
• Tabled Liechty Estates 2-lot subdivision (Petition 23-04) (7-0)
• Tabled vacation of unimproved platted alley (Petition 23-04A) (7-0)
• Tabled rezone to PUD and replat for Robert Hennessey (Petitions 23-05 and 23-05A) (8-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Hobart Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings and vote on a conditional use extension for a property on Liverpool Rd. and three development standard variances for a property on Colorado Street. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Conditional use extension for 18.5-acre M-1 zoned property at 337 N. Liverpool Rd.
• Variance to allow a second access point (street cut) at 7001 Colorado Street
• Variance to exceed accessory structure size limit by 1,548 sq ft for a 30'x64' pole barn
• Variance to exceed accessory structure height limit by 5 feet for the same pole barn

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved three variances for a proposed pole barn at 7001 Colorado Street, including height and size exceptions. The board also granted an extension of a conditional use approval for a property on N. Liverpool Rd.

• Approved extension of conditional use for 337 N. Liverpool Rd. (5-0)
• Approved variance for a second access point at 7001 Colorado Street with driveway improvement stipulations (5-0)
• Approved variance to exceed accessory structure size by 1,548 sf at 7001 Colorado Street for personal use only (5-0)
• Approved variance to exceed accessory structure height by 5 feet at 7001 Colorado Street (5-0)
• Approved January 5, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The Hobart Common Council will hold a regular meeting with several tabled items, including a rezoning of 183.3 acres from Silverstone Crossings PUD to Patriot Park PUD, a settlement agreement with Lake County regarding the Southlake Mall refund, and a tax abatement resolution for 8300 Clay St. They will also hold a public hearing on re-establishing the Cumulative Capital Development Fund and consider new ordinances, including a rezoning at Grand Blvd & US 30 and a street vacation.

• Tabled: Ordinance 2022-44 rezoning 183.3 acres (E of Mississippi St, S of 73rd Ave, W of Colorado St, N of US 30) to Patriot Park PUD
• Tabled: Settlement agreement with Lake County re: Southlake Mall refund
• Tabled: Resolution 2023-02 for tax abatement at 8300 Clay St (Jeffrey Eriks, Clay Street DevCo)
• Public Hearing: Ordinance 2023-02 re-establishing Cumulative Capital Development Fund
• New: Ordinance 2023-03 rezoning 23.4 acres at NW corner of Grand Blvd & US 30 (Ali Karolezak, Redwood USA)

The Council denied a zoning amendment for the Patriot Park PUD due to concerns over industrial size and buffering. Other actions included approving a tax abatement for Clay Street DevCo, LLC and settling a refund dispute with Lake County regarding Southlake Mall.

• Denied Ordinance 2022-44 to change Silverstone Crossings PUD to Patriot Park PUD (7-0)
• Approved settlement agreement with Lake County regarding Southlake Mall refund (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-02 for real property tax abatement at 8300 Clay St. (6-1)
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-02 to re-establish the Cumulative Capital Development Fund (7-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2023-03 on first reading for PUD zoning at Grand Blvd & US 30 (7-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for March 1, 2023, regarding alley vacation at 13th and 14th St. (7-0)
• Approved minutes from January 18, 2023 (7-0)

Board of Public Works and Safety

The Hobart Board of Public Works and Safety will hold a regular meeting with several property-related items. They will hear updates on property violations and unsafe building cases, consider a modified bond and road acceptance for Cressmoor Estates, and hold a public hearing on an unsafe building. New business includes accepting a maintenance bond, a sidewalk waiver request, and a long-term maintenance agreement.

• Update on property violations at 7931 Iowa St. (Safe Haven)
• Unsafe building updates for 235 Main St. and 332 Main St.
• Public hearing on unsafe building at 4035 Missouri St. (Indiana Land Trust Company)
• Acceptance of maintenance bond for Frontage Rd (Albanese Confectionery)
• Sidewalk waiver request for 8300 Clay St. (Cambridge Hobart Business Park)

The Board approved the solicitation of bids for 3rd St. reconstruction and accepted Phase I roads for Cressmoor Estates. A $1,000 fine was imposed on the owner of 235 Main St. for lack of progress on unsafe building repairs. The Board also approved a sidewalk waiver and a maintenance agreement for 8300 Clay St.

• Approved solicitation of bids for 3rd St. construction from Ash St. to E. Park Ave. (3-0)
• Accepted Cressmoor Estates Phase I Roads (3-0)
• Approved reduction and release of Cressmoor Estates performance bond while retaining $74,055 maintenance letter of credit (3-0)
• Imposed $1,000 fine and order to appear for unsafe building at 235 Main St. (3-0)
• Approved sidewalk waiver for 8300 Clay St. (3-0)
• Accepted Long-Term Maintenance and Operation Agreement for 8300 Clay St. (3-0)
• Accepted Albanese Confectionery frontage road contingent on receipt of maintenance bond (3-0)
• Continued compliance reviews for 7931 Iowa St., 332 Main St., and 4035 Missouri St. (3-0)

Maria Reiner Center Board

The Maria Reiner Center Board of Directors will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes and claims, review financial reports, and hear the executive director's report on donations and 2023 event plans. The meeting is primarily administrative, with no major policy decisions or public hearings on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from December 7, 2022 regular meeting
• Executive Director's report on donation update and announcement
• 2023 event plans and ideas for next few months
• Approval of claims
• Financial reports: individual balances and expenses of each fund

The Board approved claims totaling $4,607.88 and accepted a financial report showing $135,036.72 in cash and investments through June 2022. The board postponed the election of officers to the February meeting. Discussion occurred regarding the formation of a 501(c)3 board of trustees.

• Approved claims totaling $4,607.88 (6-0)
• Accepted financial report of $135,036.72 in cash and investments (6-0)
• Postponed election of officers to February meeting (6-0)
• Approved January 23, 2023 minutes (6-0)

Sanitary and Stormwater District Board

The Hobart Sanitary and Stormwater District Board will elect officers, approve minutes, and consider several contracts and financial items. These include property brokerage, maintenance RFP, engineering task orders, lift station repairs, and multiple bond disbursement approvals.

• HSD Property Brokerage Agreement discussion
• 2023 GI Maintenance RFP
• Wessler Task Order No. 1 SWPPP Plan Review
• Wessler Task Order No. 2 Cressmoor Estates Environmental Consulting
• Abonmarche Consultants Storm Water Bond Payment #32; BF&S and Kokosing SRF bond disbursements

The Board approved several infrastructure contracts, including manhole repairs and green infrastructure maintenance. It also authorized over $2.1 million in SRF bond disbursements and renewed a mapping agreement. Action on a property brokerage agreement was delayed.

• Approved $89,774.54 to H&G Underground for manhole repairs (5-0)
• Approved $54,830.00 to Davey’s for green infrastructure maintenance (5-0)
• Approved general services contract and Task Order #1 (up to $15,000) with Wessler Engineering (5-0)
• Approved Task Order #2 with Wessler Engineering for Cressmoor Estates environmental consulting (5-0)
• Approved $5,405.00 Nearmap agreement renewal (5-0)
• Approved $8,222.00 to Pro-Pump for lift station #7 pump repair (5-0)
• Approved $2,157,848.59 in SRF bond disbursements (5-0)
• Tabled Latitude Properties brokerage agreement to consult with RDC (5-0)

Board of Public Works and Safety

The Board approved a state-required police general order regarding vehicle operations and accepted a public right-of-way dedication for a septic system abandonment. Several property violation cases were continued to future meetings for further compliance review. A proposal for police take-home cars was removed from the agenda pending further research and a formal policy.

• Approved Police General Order 51: Vehicle Operations (3-0)
• Accepted public right-of-way dedication at 1267 S. Hobart Rd. (3-0)
• Continued property violation review for 7931 Iowa St. to February 1, 2023 (3-0)
• Continued property issue review for 236 Main St. to March 1, 2023 (3-0)
• Continued unsafe building review for 235 Main St. to February 1, 2023 (3-0)
• Continued unsafe building review for 215 East St. to March 1, 2023 (3-0)
• Removed take-home car discussion from agenda pending further research and policy (3-0)
• Approved register of claims and payroll claims (3-0)

City Council

The Hobart Common Council is meeting in executive session to discuss strategy regarding pending or threatened litigation, as permitted by state law. This is a closed session, and no public decisions or votes are expected.

• Executive session on litigation strategy under I.C. 5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(2)(B)

The City Council met in an executive session to discuss strategy regarding the initiation of, or pending/threatened, litigation. No substantive public decisions were recorded.

City Council

The Hobart Common Council will hold its regular meeting, addressing several tabled items including a zoning change for the Silverstone Crossings PUD to Patriot Park PUD, a settlement agreement with Lake County regarding the Southlake Mall refund issue, and a tax abatement resolution for 8300 Clay St. New business includes ordinances to transfer police department funds and re-establish the Cumulative Capital Development Fund, with a public hearing set for February 1.

• Tabled: Ordinance 2022-44 — zoning change from Silverstone Crossings PUD to Patriot Park PUD, 183.3 acres near Mississippi St., 73rd Ave., Colorado St., and US 30
• Tabled: Settlement agreement with Lake County re: Southlake Mall refund issue
• Tabled: Resolution 2023-02 — tax abatement for 8300 Clay St., Jeffrey Eriks, Clay Street DevCo, LLC
• Ordinance 2023-01 — transfer appropriations in 2023 Police Department budget from federal seizure fund
• Ordinance 2023-02 — re-establish Cumulative Capital Development Fund; public hearing Feb. 1, 2023

The Council approved a budget appropriation transfer for the Police Department and initiated the process to re-establish the Cumulative Capital Development Fund. Several zoning and tax abatement items remain tabled.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-01 transferring appropriations within the 2023 Police Department budget (5-0)
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 2023-02 to re-establish the Cumulative Capital Development Fund (5-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Ordinance 2023-02 for February 1, 2023
• Approved January 4, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Tabled Ordinance 2022-44 regarding Silverstone Crossings PUD zoning
• Tabled settlement agreement with Lake County regarding Southlake Mall refund
• Tabled Resolution 2023-02 regarding tax abatement for 8300 Clay St.

Historic Preservation Commission

This meeting of the Hobart Historic Preservation Commission has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for February 21, 2023.

• Meeting cancelled

Plan Commission

The Hobart Plan Commission is holding a special meeting to consider two tabled agenda items for a 15.899-acre property zoned PBP. They will review a site plan for proposed office/warehouse and self-storage buildings, and a related petition for a 1-lot subdivision called Clay Parkway Business Park. The meeting is set for January 17, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Hobart City Hall.

• Site Plan Review for office/warehouse and self-storage buildings on 15.899 acres
• 1-lot subdivision petition for Clay Parkway Business Park
• Property zoned PBP
• Special meeting with dial-in and Zoom access

The Plan Commission approved a site plan and preliminary plat for a 15.899-acre development in the PBP zone. The project includes approximately eight self-storage units and five office/warehouse buildings.

• Granted Site Plan Review for Petition 22-42, waiving the fence along the berm (6-0)
• Granted Preliminary Plat Approval for Petition 22-42A (Clay Parkway Business Park) (6-0)

Redevelopment Commission

The Hobart Redevelopment Commission is meeting to handle routine business including approving the agenda, minutes, and officer elections. They will also receive a status report on the TRAX project, consider a contract for the Lakefront Park refuse enclosure, and approve several financial reports including claims and grant reports.

• TRAX Project status report from American Structurepoint
• Approval and execution of contract for Lakefront Park Refuse Enclosure Project
• Approval of Education & Workforce Training Grant Report (#4-2022) from School City of Hobart
• Approval of Register of Claims, 2020 Bond Register of Claims, and Economic Development Revenue Bond Series 2022 Register of Claims

The Redevelopment Commission approved a construction contract for refuse enclosures at Lakefront Park and authorized several payments for engineering and land acquisition. The commission also approved a workforce training grant report for the School City of Hobart.

• Approved $98,526 contract with Grimmer Construction for Lakefront Park Refuse Enclosure Project (4-0)
• Approved Education & Workforce Training Grant Report (#4-2022) from School City of Hobart (4-0)
• Approved register of claims for $10,601.75 (4-0)
• Approved 2020 Bond Requisition No. 40 for $223,500.25 (4-0)
• Approved Economic Development Revenue Bond Series 2022 Requisition No. 7 for $12,867.78 (4-0)
• Retained 2022 officers: Carla Houck (President), Shawn Kelly (Vice-President), and Marsha Plesac (Secretary) (4-0)
• Approved December 19, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)

Hobart Fire Civil Service Commission

The Hobart Fire Civil Service Commission's regularly scheduled meeting for January 12, 2023, was cancelled due to lack of quorum. The next scheduled meeting is February 9, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. This agenda contains only procedural notice of cancellation.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
• Next meeting scheduled for February 9, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.

Sanitary and Stormwater District Board

The Sanitary District / Storm Water Management Board meeting scheduled for January 10, 2023, was cancelled due to lack of business. No resolutions or other items were considered.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of business

Board of Park Commissioners

The Hobart Board of Park Commissioners will hold its regular meeting to elect 2023 officers, approve the agenda, minutes, and register of claims, and receive reports from the director, plan commission, common council, and school board. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific policy items listed.

• Election of 2023 officers
• Approval of minutes from December 12, 2023
• Approval of register of claims
• Director report
• Plan commission report

The Board elected its officers for 2023 and approved the register of claims. The Park Director reported a budget reduction of $158,759.00, which will result in the cancellation of the planned summer camp this year.

• Elected Maria Galka as President (4-0)
• Elected Mark Kara as Vice President (4-0)
• Elected Mr. Such as Secretary (4-0)
• Approved the agenda (4-0)
• Accepted January 9, 2023 minutes (4-0)
• Accepted the register of claims (4-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Hobart Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a regular meeting with routine items including approval of minutes and election of officers. The main item is a request by Millie and Mark Hovanec for an extension of a previously approved conditional use for their 18.5-acre property at 337 N. Liverpool Rd. The board will vote to approve, deny, or defer the request.

• Conditional use extension request (case 22-09) for property at 337 N. Liverpool Rd., zoned M-1, 18.5 acres

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a 30-day extension for a conditional use request at 337 N. Liverpool Rd. to allow for site plan approval by the Plan Commission. The board also elected its officers and approved the previous meeting's minutes.

• Retained current officers: Stuart Allen (Chairman), John Brezik (Vice-Chairman), and Ron Jackson (Secretary) (5-0)
• Approved December 1, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Granted 30-day extension for conditional use request at 337 N. Liverpool Rd. (5-0)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission approved site plans for a concrete crushing facility and a Pulse Technology office warehouse. A favorable recommendation was sent to the Common Council for a multi-family rental development, and a site plan extension was granted for a storage unit facility.

• Retained current officers (9-0)
• Approved December 1, 2022 minutes (9-0)
• Granted 6-month site plan extension for Grand Trunk Storage unit facility (9-0)
• Tabled site plan for proposed Dunkin’ restaurant (9-0)
• Approved site plan for concrete crushing facility at 337 N. Liverpool Rd. (9-0)
• Tabled site plan for office/warehouse buildings at US 30 & Clay St. (9-0)
• Issued favorable recommendation to Common Council for multi-family rental development (9-0)
• Approved site plan for cell tower equipment at 705 E. 4th St. (9-0)

City Council

The Hobart Common Council will hold its regular meeting on January 4, 2023, addressing unfinished business including two tabled zoning ordinances and a settlement agreement with Lake County, plus new business on temporary fund transfers and a tax abatement designation. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and reports.

• Ordinance 2022-44: Rezone 183.3 acres from Silverstone Crossings PUD to Patriot Park PUD (E of Mississippi St., S of 73 Ave., W of Colorado St., N of US 30)
• Ordinance 2022-46: Rezone 1.31 acres from B-3 to M-1 (approx. 700' E & 700' S from SE corner of US30 and Colorado St.)
• Tabled settlement agreement with Lake County re: Southlake Mall refund issue
• Resolution 2023-01: Authorize temporary transfers between funds for cash flow
• Resolution 2023-02: Designate 8300 Clay St. as Economic Revitalization Area for tax abatement (Jeffrey Eriks, Clay Street DevCo, LLC)

The City Council approved a zoning amendment to change a property near US30 and Colorado St. from B-3 to M-1. The council also authorized temporary fund transfers for cash flow and tabled a tax abatement request for 8300 Clay St.

• Approved Ordinance 2022-46 to change B-3 Zone to M-1 Zone at US30 and Colorado St. (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-01 for temporary transfers between funds for cash flow (6-0)
• Tabled Resolution 2023-02 regarding tax abatement for 8300 Clay St. (6-0)
• Tabled Ordinance 2022-44 regarding Silverstone Crossings PUD zoning
• Tabled settlement agreement with Lake County regarding Southlake Mall refund

Board of Public Works and Safety

The Hobart Board of Public Works and Safety will hold a public hearing on an unsafe building at 1317 S. Lake Park Ave. and consider a supplemental agreement for the Colorado & US 30 intersection improvements. The board will also review property violations, an unsafe building update, and continued discussion of take-home cars.

• Public hearing on unsafe building: Gula LLC/Miladin Radovich, 1317 S. Lake Park Ave.
• Supplemental Agreement No. 3: Colorado & US 30 Intersection Improvements
• Update on property violations: Safe Haven, 7931 Iowa St.
• Unsafe building update: Ronald & Dorothy Wilson, 234 N. Ohio St.
• Continued discussion of take-home cars with FOP President Steve Aponte

The Board approved a supplemental agreement for intersection improvements and scheduled work sessions regarding take-home cars. Several unsafe building matters were continued for future review to monitor compliance and permit progress.

• Approved Supplemental Agreement No. 3 for Colorado & US 30 Intersection Improvements ($7,928 increase) (3-0)
• Scheduled take-home cars work sessions for January 12 and 17, 2023 (3-0)
• Continued unsafe building review for 1317 S. Lake Park Ave. to April 5, 2023, requiring 50% compliance (3-0)
• Continued unsafe building review for 234 N. Ohio St. to February 15, 2023 (3-0)
• Continued property violation review for Safe Haven (7931 Iowa St.) to January 18, 2023, with a requirement for a bond (3-0)
• Accepted register of claims and payroll claims (3-0)
• Accepted Conflict-of-Interest Disclosure Statements for Brian Snedecor (2-0) and Deborah Longer (2-0)