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West Lafayette public meetings in 2025

96 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Wed Dec 17, 2025

Historic Preservation Commission

Historic Preservation Commission to elect 2026 officers and review security camera request

The commission will hold elections for 2026 officers and subcommittee chairs. Members will also review a Certificate of Appropriateness application for security cameras at 222 N. Chauncey Ave.

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Wed Dec 17, 2025

Redevelopment Commission

Redevelopment Commission to vote on 2026 spending plan, vehicle purchases, and development agreements

The West Lafayette Redevelopment Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2026 spending plan, consider resolutions for the KCB redevelopment plan, and approve several agreements including hybrid police vehicles, a street lighting project, and a trail system assessment. The meeting includes a public comment period.

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Wed Dec 17, 2025

Parks and Recreation Board

Parks and Recreation Board to review claims and AmeriCorps membership

The Board of Parks and Recreation will meet to review the December 2025 report and approve part-time hires. The body will discuss the Dennis Wellness Center and the acceptance of an AmeriCorps member.

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Tue Dec 16, 2025

Go Greener Commission

Commission sets 2026 priorities and reviews 2025 sustainability updates

The Go Greener Commission will review 2025 sustainability priorities including solar, food waste, and social media efforts, then set 2026 priorities such as stormwater murals, education, and food waste initiatives. The meeting is held at the West Lafayette Public Library and is open to public comments.

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Tue Dec 16, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board considers police hires, equipment purchases, and engineering contracts

The Board of Public Works and Safety will review several personnel actions for the police and fire departments. The body is also considering new agreements for city engineering, GIS development, and a tree and landscape ordinance rewrite.

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Tue Dec 16, 2025

Go Greener Commission

Go Greener Commission to discuss 2026 priorities and project updates

The commission is meeting to review updates on current sustainability projects and establish priorities for 2026. Discussions include engagement strategies and potential new projects for the queue.

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Tue Dec 9, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board considers infrastructure amendments and road closures

The Board of Public Works and Safety will review amendments for a regional lift station and an emergency vehicle preemption system. The body will also consider a sound mitigation agreement for City Hall and two specific road and sidewalk closures.

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Tue Dec 2, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board considers salary schedule amendments and public service agreements

The Board of Public Works and Safety will review personnel changes, including salary increases and promotions for police, fire, and wastewater staff. The body is also considering agreements for mental health services and nursery consulting, as well as street closures for tree service.

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Mon Dec 1, 2025

City Council

Council to consider multiple zoning changes and 2026 salary schedule

The City Council will vote on several zoning ordinances, including the Chauncey Annex and Alta Vida projects. Members will also discuss payment fee changes, managed natural landscapes, and the 2026 employee salary schedule.

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Wed Nov 19, 2025

Historic Preservation Commission

Commission to review New Chauncey Neighborhood Plan update and property alterations

The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss an update to the New Chauncey Neighborhood Plan and hold elections for 2026 officers and subcommittees. The body will also review Certificates of Appropriateness for various residential exterior modifications.

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Tue Nov 18, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board to approve waterfront condo settlement and surplus equipment

The West Lafayette Board of Public Works and Safety will meet to approve minutes from November 4, 2025, and conduct new business including a waterfront condominium settlement agreement, surplus equipment declarations, and various retroactive road closures. The board will also review claims totaling over $3.3 million and informational items such as park board dockets and purchase card transactions.

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Thu Nov 13, 2025

Historic Preservation Commission - Certificate of Appropriateness Subcommittee

Subcommittee reviews exterior changes for Dehart Street and Crum Court

The Historic Preservation Commission Certificate of Appropriateness Subcommittee is meeting to review applications for property modifications. The body will consider requests for a carport and garage alterations.

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Tue Nov 4, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board to approve purchase of rescue boat and surplus equipment

The West Lafayette Board of Public Works and Safety will review and vote on several new business items, including the purchase of a rescue boat for the Fire Department, declaring surplus equipment, and road acceptance for three streets. The board will also review claims and informational items from the Park Board.

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Mon Nov 3, 2025

City Council

West Lafayette council to vote on zoning, sewage, and fee changes

The West Lafayette City Council will consider ordinances regarding zoning changes for gas stations and data centers, a sewage works revenue bond, and fee adjustments for low-income residents. The council will also approve minutes and department reports.

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Thu Oct 30, 2025

City Council

City Council to consider 2026 budget and tax levy

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2026 city budget and tax levy. The body is also deciding on the 2026 salary schedule and several city ordinances.

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Thu Oct 30, 2025

Pre-Council

Council to vote on zoning changes, sewage bonds, and fee reductions

The West Lafayette Common Council will meet on November 3, 2025, to decide on several ordinances, including zoning amendments for gasoline service stations, large data centers, and the Chauncey Annex redevelopment. The council will also vote on authorizing additional revenue bonds for sewage works improvements and consider amendments to city code regarding payment fees and managed natural landscapes. Additionally, the council will discuss resolutions on fund transfers, library rights, and community development funds.

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Thu Oct 30, 2025

CDBG Advisory Board Public Meeting#5

CDBG Advisory Board to review ADA boardwalks and project rankings

The CDBG Advisory Board is meeting to discuss ADA boardwalks at Cason Family Park. The board will also review consolidated rankings for Substantial Amendment #2.

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Tue Oct 28, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board to approve minutes and discuss street closure for Halloween event

The West Lafayette Board of Public Works and Safety will meet to approve minutes from the previous meeting and conduct new business, including a proclamation for Dysautonomia Awareness Month and a street closure for a Halloween event. The board will also review equipment transfers, a Sourcewell purchase for turnout gear, and informational items like a lane closure schedule change and purchase card transactions.

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Tue Oct 21, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board considers SRF Loan Program resolutions for WWTU

The Board of Public Works and Safety will hold a public hearing regarding the SRF Loan Program for WWTU. Members will also review project completion certificates and maintenance bonds.

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Tue Oct 21, 2025

Go Greener Commission

Go Greener Commission to discuss 2025 priorities and commission appointments

The commission is meeting to fill an open Chair position and review revised bylaws. Members will discuss updates on solar projects and food waste initiatives at Lommel Park.

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Wed Oct 15, 2025

Historic Preservation Commission - Certificate of Appropriateness Subcommittee

Review carport addition at 217 Dehart Street for historic appropriateness

The Historic Preservation Commission’s Certificate of Appropriateness Subcommittee will review a Certificate of Appropriateness application for a carport at 217 Dehart Street. The meeting is held in person and online at Margerum City Hall, 222 North Chauncey Avenue.

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Tue Oct 14, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board considers biosolids lagoon cleaning and various street closures

The Board of Public Works and Safety will discuss infrastructure maintenance and personnel changes. Key items include a proposal for biosolids lagoon cleaning and several lane and sidewalk closures for construction and tree work.

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Tue Oct 7, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board considers infrastructure agreements and multiple road closures

The Board of Public Works and Safety will review agreements for geotechnical investigations and detention basin improvements. The body is also considering several lane and sidewalk closures and a noise ordinance suspension for the Landmark on the Levee Rambler Project.

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Tue Sep 30, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board considers wastewater loan agreement and garbage truck purchase

The Board of Public Works and Safety will review a financial assistance agreement for the Wastewater Revolving Loan Program. The body is also considering equipment purchases, personnel hires, and sidewalk closures. Claims totaling $237,465.60 are presented for review.

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Tue Sep 23, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board considers 2026 salary schedule and various infrastructure projects

The Board of Public Works and Safety will review a proposed salary schedule for 2026 and a Title VI Implementation Plan. The body is also deciding on street closures for a car-free event and various property agreements.

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Wed Sep 17, 2025

Historic Preservation Commission

Historic Preservation Commission reviews 2026 calendar and window/fence projects

The West Lafayette Historic Preservation Commission will meet to approve minutes, discuss a proposed 2026 meeting calendar, and review several Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) applications for window replacements, fence additions, and lighting projects. The meeting will also include updates from staff and a public comment period.

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Tue Sep 16, 2025

Go Greener Commission

Commission appoints two new members and reviews 2025 sustainability priorities

The West Lafayette Go Greener Commission will meet to approve past minutes, fill two open commissioner positions, and hear updates on solar initiatives, food waste projects, social media efforts, and Green Week at Purdue. The meeting also includes educational tabling at the West Lafayette Farmers Market and a discussion of future projects like a Christmas fundraiser.

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Tue Sep 16, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board to approve permits and street closures for construction and events

The Board of Public Works and Safety will consider approving permit fees for the West Lafayette Public Safety Center and authorize multiple street and alley closures for construction projects and the 2025 Global Fest event.

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Thu Sep 11, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board considers disannexation petition for Research Village

The Board of Public Works and Safety will hold a public hearing regarding a petition for disannexation for Research Village. The body will also review police hiring lists, street closures for the 2025 Fall Festival, and various infrastructure maintenance bonds and closures.

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Wed Sep 10, 2025

Historic Preservation Commission - Certificate of Appropriateness Subcommittee

Historic Preservation Commission reviews two projects for approval

The Historic Preservation Commission’s Certificate of Appropriateness Subcommittee will consider two projects at this meeting: a deck project at 124 W Stadium Ave and a lighting project on Robinson Street. Both items have staff reports and supporting documents available for review. The meeting will also include roll call, public comment, and adjournment.

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Tue Sep 2, 2025

City Council

West Lafayette City Council to discuss 2026 budget and tax rates

The City Council will consider the 2026 city budget, tax levy, and salary schedules for city employees and officials. The meeting includes a public hearing on vacating portions of CR N 100 W and a vote on a Purdue Pharma opioid settlement.

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Tue Sep 2, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board of Public Works and Safety to review claims totaling over $3.4 million

The Board will consider several retroactive noise ordinance suspensions and road closures. The meeting includes the approval of claims and dockets for city services and park board expenses. Personnel decisions include the hiring of a crossing guard.

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Tue Aug 26, 2025

Project Opening - McCormick Road Roundabout

Project opening for McCormick Road Roundabout

The body is meeting for a special event to open the McCormick Road Roundabout project. The agenda lists project specifications as the supporting documentation.

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Wed Aug 20, 2025

Historic Preservation Commission

Historic Preservation Commission to review multiple property alterations

The Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review Certificates of Appropriateness (COA) for residential exterior work. The body will consider requests for roof, window, and fence replacements, as well as a demolition request.

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Wed Aug 20, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board considers equipment purchases and infrastructure projects

The Board of Public Works and Safety will discuss equipment acquisitions for the Street department and infrastructure improvements. The meeting includes reviews of personnel policies and the 2026 holiday schedule.

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Tue Aug 19, 2025

Go Greener Commission

Go Greener Commission to discuss solar and food waste projects

The commission is meeting to review priorities for 2025 and hear a solar presentation. The body will also discuss food waste initiatives and fill commission vacancies.

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Wed Aug 13, 2025

Historic Preservation Commission - Certificate of Appropriateness Subcommittee

Commission reviews screen enclosure demolition at 815 Grant Street

The Historic Preservation Commission's Certificate of Appropriateness Subcommittee is meeting to review a demolition request. The body will also receive informational updates on local infrastructure projects.

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Tue Aug 12, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board considers Wastewater Treatment Utility budget and several street projects

The Board of Public Works and Safety will discuss the 2025 Wastewater Treatment Utility budget and various infrastructure agreements. The meeting includes reviews of street closures for community events and several construction contracts.

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Tue Aug 5, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board reviews 2025 Wastewater Treatment Utility budget

The Board of Public Works and Safety will consider the 2025 budget for the Wastewater Treatment Utility. The body is also reviewing several requests for street closures, noise ordinance suspensions, and infrastructure projects.

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Mon Aug 4, 2025

City Council

City Council to consider zoning changes and 2025 salary schedules

The City Council will vote on several zoning amendments and a revised 2025 salary schedule for city employees and officials. The body will also discuss the use of purchasing cards, public fund investing, and participation in an opioid settlement.

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Fri Aug 1, 2025

CDBG Advisory Board Public Meeting #4

CDBG Advisory Board to review fund reallocations and fire equipment

The CDBG Advisory Board will discuss the 2025-2026 CDBG Planning Workbook and recommendations for the reallocation of 2020 and 2022 grant year funds. The board will also review a staff report regarding fire equipment for the West Lafayette Fire Department.

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Tue Jul 29, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board to consider Fire Station 3 expansion and various road closures

The Board of Public Works and Safety will review personnel changes, hiring requests, and several infrastructure closures. The body is also considering a request for qualifications for the Fire Station 3 expansion.

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Tue Jul 22, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board reviews road repairs and alley closures for city events

The Board of Public Works and Safety is meeting to discuss infrastructure repairs and event-related closures. The body will consider several lane and alley closures and a grant of easement for a wastewater building.

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Tue Jul 15, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board considers road closures and water plant study agreement

The Board of Public Works and Safety will review several road and sidewalk closure requests and contract agreements. The body is also processing claims and payment dockets totaling several million dollars.

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Thu Jul 10, 2025

Go Greener Commission

Go Greener Commission to review commissioner appointments

The Go Greener Commission will meet to discuss applicants for a Youth Commissioner and a general Commissioner position. The body will also provide updates on 2025 priorities including solar and food waste.

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Tue Jul 8, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board to review street closures and Duke Energy agreement for Fire Station No. 3

The Board of Public Works and Safety will consider several street and sidewalk closures and police personnel elevations. The body is also reviewing an interconnection agreement with Duke Energy for the Solar IRA Initiative at Fire Station No. 3.

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Mon Jul 7, 2025

City Council

City Council to consider zoning changes and wastewater surcharge rates

The City Council will vote on ordinances regarding wastewater treatment surcharges and zoning amendments for boarding kennels and the Provenance PD project. The body will also review resolutions concerning tax abatement compliance, public fund investing, and gender-affirming health care.

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Tue Jul 1, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board considers noise ordinance suspensions and multiple road closures

The Board of Public Works and Safety will review requests to suspend noise ordinances for two construction projects. The body is also deciding on several lane and sidewalk closures and the purchase of a pre-owned garbage truck.

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Tue Jun 24, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board considers street closures and infrastructure agreements

The Board of Public Works and Safety will review several street closures for local events and infrastructure agreements. The meeting includes decisions on police technology upgrades and asphalt resurfacing.

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Mon Jun 23, 2025

Historic Preservation Commission

Commission to review construction and roofing requests for Littleton and Dodge Streets

The Historic Preservation Commission will review Certificates of Appropriateness for two property modifications. The body will also approve minutes from previous meetings and receive staff updates on continuing education.

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Tue Jun 17, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board considers water facility expansion and road closures

The Board of Public Works and Safety will review an amendment for the Water Resource Recovery Facility Expansion. The body is also deciding on several equipment purchases for the Fire Department and various road and sidewalk closures.

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Mon Jun 16, 2025

Go Greener Commission

Go Greener Commission to review 2025 sustainability priorities

The Go Greener Commission will meet electronically to discuss updates on 2025 priorities. The body will review topics including solar energy, food waste diversion, and recycling.

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Wed Jun 11, 2025

Historic Preservation Commission - Certificate of Appropriateness Subcommittee

Subcommittee to review new construction and addition at 488 Littleton Street

The Historic Preservation Commission Certificate of Appropriateness Subcommittee will meet to review a project application. The body is considering a request for new construction and an addition at a specific property.

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Tue Jun 10, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board considers street closures and equipment purchases for Fire and Street departments

The Board of Public Works and Safety will review several road and sidewalk closures for utility repairs and a neighborhood parade. The body is also considering multiple equipment purchases for the Fire and Street departments and a professional services agreement for erosion inspections.

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Tue Jun 3, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board reviews multiple road and sidewalk closures and over $5.7 million in claims

The Board of Public Works and Safety is meeting to approve several retroactive and planned closures for trails, lanes, and sidewalks. The body will also review claims and dockets totaling over $5.7 million.

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Mon Jun 2, 2025

City Council

City Council to vote on zoning amendments and wastewater surcharges

The West Lafayette City Council will hold its regular meeting on June 2, 2025, at 6:30 PM in Margerum City Hall. The agenda includes approval of minutes, departmental reports, and several ordinances and resolutions for first or second readings. Key items involve zoning changes, wastewater treatment system amendments, and applications for federal grant funds.

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Tue May 27, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board to vote on parking lot resurfacing and approve claims totaling $89,343.81

The West Lafayette Board of Public Works and Safety will meet on May 27, 2025, to approve minutes from the previous meeting and act on new business including accepting a quote for parking lot resurfacing and approving claims totaling $89,343.81. The board will also discuss several road, trail, and lane closures for various projects, as well as requests to suspend noise ordinances for construction activities.

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Wed May 21, 2025

Historic Preservation Commission

Historic Preservation Commission reviews facade and home repairs at May meeting

The West Lafayette Historic Preservation Commission will meet to approve minutes, discuss upcoming Historic Preservation Month events, and review applications for alterations to four properties: facade changes at 491 Maple Street, roof replacement at 620 Dodge Street, window replacements at 292 Park Lane, and an egress window at 809 Vine Street. The meeting will also include updates on home repair programs and grants funded by the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG).

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Tue May 20, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board to approve minutes and review infrastructure project quotes and closures

The West Lafayette Board of Public Works and Safety will approve the minutes from its May 13 meeting. It will also review quote openings for parking lot resurfacing and professional services for sediment control, as well as consider lane and sidewalk closures for water line repairs and construction projects. Additionally, the board will discuss suspending the noise ordinance for the Landmark on the Levee project.

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Mon May 19, 2025

Go Greener Commission

Go Greener Commission to discuss 2025 priorities and solar ordinance updates

The Go Greener Commission will meet to discuss priorities for 2025 and other projects in the queue. The body will also address the West Lafayette Farmers Market and Certification Program.

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Wed May 14, 2025

Historic Preservation Commission - Certificate of Appropriateness Subcommittee

Subcommittee to review facade work at 491 Maple Street

The Historic Preservation Commission Certificate of Appropriateness Subcommittee is meeting to review a request regarding the facade of 491 Maple Street. The body will consider the application, staff report, and owner statement.

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Tue May 13, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board to consider salary increase and multiple intern hires

The Board of Public Works and Safety will review minutes, issue a proclamation for ALS Awareness Month, and consider a salary increase for Administrative Assistant Amy Spann. Multiple hires for summer and forestry interns are proposed, along with several street, lane, and sidewalk closures for events and construction. A claims docket for $1,550.00 is also on the agenda.

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Wed May 7, 2025

CDBG Advisory Board Public Meeting #3

CDBG Advisory Board to consider fire equipment funding and fund reallocation

The West Lafayette CDBG Advisory Board will discuss a fire equipment request from the West Lafayette Fire Department and consider reallocating funds from the 2023 grant year. The board will also review consolidated rankings for a 2018 grant year substantial amendment and receive informational updates on FY2025 income limits. Public comment will be taken before adjournment.

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Tue May 6, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board to consider metered parking system and wastewater service agreement

The Board will discuss multiple new business items, including a proclamation for Bike Month, a request for quotes on parking lot resurfacing, personnel changes in Finance, and an agreement for wastewater utility service for Arbor Chase Section 6. Also up for consideration are a metered parking system implementation (ParkMobile), a contract for right-of-way acquisition services, road closures, and several hires. The board will also process claims dockets totaling over $3.6 million and informational park board dockets.

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Mon May 5, 2025

City Council

Council to vote on refunding sewer bonds and approving new sewer improvement bonds

The West Lafayette City Council will hold second readings and public hearings on several ordinances, including sewer bond refunding and improvements, zoning changes for Purdue Research Foundation and SK hynix, a new historic preservation district, and an additional appropriation for opioid and fire grant funds. New business includes a zoning amendment for the Public Safety Center, salary schedule adjustments, establishing a Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA), and amending riverfront redevelopment hours.

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Tue Apr 29, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board considers noise ordinance suspension and road closures for Brown Street project

The Board of Public Works and Safety will review an agreement amendment for Lafayette Transitional Housing and a position change for Ethan Fortner. The meeting includes several requests for road, lane, and sidewalk closures for utility and construction work. The board will also consider claims totaling $25,847.95.

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Tue Apr 22, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board to consider purchasing camera van and sewer cutter for Street Department

The Board of Public Works and Safety will vote on several items including hiring a probationary police officer, waiving permit fees for park and street projects, purchasing equipment for the Street Department, approving road closures for apartment construction, and signing an interconnection agreement for a solar initiative. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and processing of claims totaling over $3 million.

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Wed Apr 16, 2025

Historic Preservation Commission

Review three COA applications: Rose St windows, Dehart porch, Salisbury roof

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider three Certificate of Appropriateness applications for exterior work at historic properties: window replacement at 622 Rose Street, a porch project at 132 Dehart Street, and roof replacement at 414 N Salisbury Street. The agenda also includes updates on Historic Preservation Month events and a pro tempore subcommittee appointment. The meeting will begin with approval of minutes and end with public comment.

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Tue Apr 15, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board to consider garbage truck lease, firefighter promotions, alley closures

The Board of Public Works and Safety will decide on a master lease amendment for a Heil garbage truck, approve three firefighter promotions to first class, and authorize alley and trail closures. It will also review a conflict of interest disclosure, claims totaling $310,065.34, and purchase card transactions.

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Tue Apr 15, 2025

Go Greener Commission

Go Greener Commission discusses 2025 sustainability priorities

The commission is meeting to establish 2025 priorities and discuss local environmental initiatives. The body will review programs for waste diversion and the Farmers Market.

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Wed Apr 9, 2025

Historic Preservation Commission - Certificate of Appropriateness Subcommittee

COA subcommittee considers window/facade project at 622 Rose Street

The Historic Preservation Commission's Certificate of Appropriateness Subcommittee meets to review a single application: a windows and facade project at 622 Rose Street. The subcommittee will decide whether to approve a Certificate of Appropriateness for the proposed work. The agenda also includes roll call, new business, public comment, and adjournment.

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Tue Apr 8, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board considers road closures and noise ordinance suspension for Landmark on the Levee

The Board of Public Works and Safety will review several street, trail, and sidewalk closures. Members will consider a noise ordinance suspension for the Landmark on the Levee (Rambler) Project and approve various claims and bonds.

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Mon Apr 7, 2025

City Council

Council to consider sewage bond refunding and infrastructure upgrades

The West Lafayette City Council will consider ordinances to refund 2016 sewage works revenue bonds and authorize new bonds for sewage system improvements. Other business includes zoning changes for a pocket park and the Approach development, creation of an additional historic district, and amendment of snow emergency routes. Public hearings are scheduled for easement vacations at 2541 and 2567 Neil Armstrong Drive and the historic district proposal.

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Fri Apr 4, 2025

Pre-Council

Council to consider sewage works bonds and multiple zoning changes

The Common Council will discuss the issuance of revenue bonds for sewage works refunding and improvements. The body is also reviewing several zoning amendments and the creation of an additional historic district. Public hearings are scheduled for easement vacations and the historic district proposal.

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Thu Apr 3, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board to consider resolution approving sewage works revenue bonds

The Board will vote on Resolution BW-2025-2 authorizing the issuance of sewage works revenue bonds. Other business includes a quote opening for deer fence at the city nursery, a joint bid with Lafayette for traffic paint and beads, and lane and sidewalk closures on Columbia Street. Two proclamations (Fair Housing Month and Parkinson's Awareness Month) will be read. The board will also consider a revised funding agreement for the McCormick Road Culvert Replacement Project and a retroactive sidewalk closure for tree work at 472 Salisbury Street.

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Tue Mar 25, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board considers infrastructure agreements and police personnel elevations

The Board of Public Works and Safety will review agreements for parking garage redevelopment and park impact fee implementation. The body is also considering several police department promotions and various road, lane, and trail closures for city projects.

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Wed Mar 19, 2025

Historic Preservation Commission

HPC to consider two new local historic district applications

The Historic Preservation Commission will review applications to designate the Grandview Caretakers Cottage and the Morris School House as local historic districts. The commission will also discuss proposed new forms for appeals and certificate of appropriateness, and consider an accessory dwelling unit policy discussion. Several property-specific certificate of appropriateness applications for alterations are on the agenda, including solar panels, gutters, porch replacement, and roof replacement.

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Tue Mar 11, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Wabash Landing garage redevelopment agreement with Kone Inc. considered

The Board will discuss a redevelopment agreement for the Wabash Landing Parking Garage with Kone Inc., along with multiple road, alley, and sidewalk closures for tree work by Browning Tree Service and T-N-T Tree Service. Other items include a salary increase for a street department employee, declaring surplus equipment and vehicles, and several amendments and revised funding for the Sagamore Parkway Trail and Soldiers Home Road design projects. Claims totaling over $3.5 million and informational park board dockets are also on the agenda.

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Mon Mar 10, 2025

Go Greener Commission

Go Greener Commission to vote on 2025 bylaws, officers, and priorities including a grant

The Go Greener Commission will discuss and potentially approve updated bylaws and confirm officers for 2025. They will also consider a grant application from the Community Foundation of Greater Lafayette, a recycling survey, social media efforts, and streamlining food waste diversion. Additionally, the 2025 West Lafayette Farmers Market season will be reviewed.

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Tue Mar 4, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board to consider consulting contract for Soldiers Home Road Phase 2 design

The Board of Public Works and Safety will open bids for the McCormick Road Culvert Project and consider a consulting contract with VS Engineering for Soldiers Home Road Phase 2 design services. Also under consideration are multiple road, alley, and sidewalk closures for construction, tree work, and events, as well as waiving permit fees for permanent signs at Cason Family Park and Wabash Landing Parking Garage. A purchase request for workstations from Lammco, Inc. for several city departments is also on the agenda.

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Mon Mar 3, 2025

City Council

Council to continue ADU zoning vote; new funds, zoning changes, appointments

The West Lafayette City Council will consider several ordinances, including a continued final reading of an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) zoning amendment, second readings to establish a grants fund and a cumulative capital development fund (with a public hearing), and first readings of zoning changes for the Cottages at Cumberland development, ADUs in unincorporated county, fueling centers/truck stops, easement vacations at Neil Armstrong Drive, and traffic commission membership. The council will also vote on mayoral appointments to the Human Relations Commission and Fire Merit Commission.

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Tue Feb 25, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board to approve over $1.9M in claims, consider lane closures and CDL agreement

The Board of Public Works and Safety will vote on claims totaling about $1.9 million, consider lane and sidewalk closures on Sheetz Street and Sycamore Lane for utility work, and discuss a proposed agreement with Figment Group for the Commercial Driver's License Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse. Informational items include park board dockets and purchase card transactions.

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Tue Feb 25, 2025

CDBG Advisory Board Public Meeting # 2

CDBG Advisory Board to discuss project rankings and planning for 2025-2026

The board will review minutes from two prior public meetings and then discuss consolidated rankings for public service and capital improvement projects. They will also review the Program Year 2025-2026 Planning Workbook and the FY 2025-2026 Action Plan Timeline. A public comment from Kat Boyer is scheduled. No binding votes are listed on the agenda.

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Wed Feb 19, 2025

Historic Preservation Commission - District Subcommittee

HPC reviews local historic district applications for two properties

The Historic Preservation Commission is reviewing applications to designate the Caretakers Cottage and the Morris School House as local historic districts. The commission will also review HPC Ordinance No. 01-2023.

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Tue Feb 18, 2025

Go Greener Commission

Go Greener Commission to set 2025 priorities and review commission appointment

The Go Greener Commission will discuss its priorities for 2025 and review one submitted application for a commission appointment. The body will also address its 2025 attendance policy, meeting structure, and bylaws.

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Tue Feb 18, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board to certify police applicant eligibility list

The Board of Public Works and Safety will consider several new business items, including certifying an eligibility list for police applicants, approving a resolution for the West Lafayette Building Corporation directors, and awarding contracts for signage, sewer lining, and chemical supplies. No claims are on the agenda.

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Tue Feb 11, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

West Lafayette board to vote on sewer ordinance amendment and culvert project bids

The Board of Public Works and Safety will consider several items including a waiver of permit fees for solar permits from Solar Energy Systems, LLC, an amendment to the Sewer Use Ordinance and Local Limits Evaluation with Wessler Engineering, and a request for bids for the McCormick Road Culvert Replacement Project. Additionally, the board will review maintenance bonds for Project Riehle and a lane and sidewalk closure on Dehart Street. Claims dockets totaling over $2.2 million and informational items from the Park Board will also be addressed.

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Tue Feb 4, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board to appoint Housing Director and Building Commissioner

The Board of Public Works and Safety will consider approving minutes from January 28, 2025, and take up new business items including oaths of office for the new Housing Director and Building Commissioner. Other actions include contract approvals for fuel supply and professional development, a street closure for the Mitch Daniels School of Business groundbreaking, and a salary increase for a patrol dispatcher. The board will also review a claims docket totaling $63,066.19 and informational items such as a conflict of interest disclosure.

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Mon Feb 3, 2025

City Council

Council to consider zoning change for Old Town Companies' Provenance development, plus two new city funds

The City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading on Ordinance 03-2025 to rezone portions of Provenance Phases 3-5 from Planned Development Mixed-Use to Planned Development Residential Suburban. They will also introduce Ordinances 04-2025 establishing a Grants Fund and 05-2025 establishing a Cumulative Capital Development Fund. Additionally, the council will consider appointments to several boards and commissions, receive departmental reports, and hear the State of the City address.

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Tue Jan 28, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board to waive permit fees for wet weather facility expansion project

The Board of Public Works and Safety will consider several agreements and hires, including a permit fee waiver for the Wet Weather Facility Expansion Project, a 2025-2027 athletic training services agreement, and the appointment of a temporary crossing guard. Claims totaling over $2.3 million and informational items on park board dockets and purchase card transactions are also on the agenda.

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Tue Jan 28, 2025

CDBG Advisory Board Public Meeting #1

CDBG Advisory Board reviews 2025-26 funding for shelters, food bank, senior services, sidewalks

The West Lafayette CDBG Advisory Board is reviewing proposed projects and funding requests for the 2025-2026 program year. Agencies including Lafayette Transitional Housing Center, Food Finders, Lafayette Urban Ministry, Tippecanoe Senior Services, and city departments present plans for homeless services, food distribution, emergency shelter, senior programs, ADA sidewalks, and park improvements. Public comment is accepted before the board makes recommendations.

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Tue Jan 21, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board to consider CARES Act agreement with Lafayette Urban Ministry

The Board will consider several new business items including a small purchase for fire turnout gear, a police promotion, a CARES Act agreement with Lafayette Urban Ministry for public service, a request to seek pricing for Wabash Landing parking garage signage, and a special purchase for a refurbished emulsion tank for the street department. The meeting also notes a police chief swearing-in ceremony. No claims are listed.

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Fri Jan 17, 2025

Go Greener Commission

Commission to discuss 2025 priorities and HEA 1167 updates

The Go Greener Commission will approve minutes from three prior meetings, discuss HEA 1167 updates due in July 2025, and review the attendance policy and bylaws. The commission will also consider a council appointment for one open seat (open to West Lafayette or Lafayette residents) and set 2025 priorities, with a public priority goal of enhancing recycling, waste reduction, and composting.

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Tue Jan 14, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board to consider 2025 ADA Transition Plan

The Board of Public Works and Safety will open quotes and estimates for park projects, consider a 2025 animal sheltering agreement with the Humane Society of Greater Lafayette, and review the 2025 ADA Transition Plan. They will also appoint a police chief, declare street items surplus, and approve claims totaling over $5 million. Several road and sidewalk closures for construction are also on the agenda.

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Tue Jan 7, 2025

Board of Public Works and Safety

Board to consider Kalberer Road lane closure and $465K in claims

The Board of Public Works and Safety will vote on hiring a driver/collector and a creative services manager, promoting four probationary police officers, and approving a lane closure on Kalberer Road for construction by Stonewall Contracting. The board will also consider claims dockets totaling $464,960.07 and a park board docket of $15,606.38.

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Mon Jan 6, 2025

City Council

Council to vote on ordinance allowing accessory dwelling units

The City Council will elect officers, then consider final passage of ordinances for temporary loans and blanket bond coverage. The main new business includes a single-reading vote on a zoning amendment to permit accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and a first reading of an ordinance to establish a fire merit system. The council will also renew appointments to the Redevelopment Commission and Historic Preservation Commission.

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