Kokomo public meetings in 2021
40 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Council Meeting
The Kokomo Common Council approved two resolutions. Resolution #2765 designates Stellantis as an Economic Revitalization Area, approving a 10-year property tax abatement on personal property tied to a $229 million investment and retention of 662 jobs. Resolution #2766 approves a new TIF district for a future Industrial Park and amends the TIF6 plan to fund land acquisition and infrastructure. Both passed 6-0.
- Approved Resolution #2765, Stellantis Economic Revitalization Area and personal property tax abatement (6-0)
- Approved Resolution #2766, new Industrial Park TIF district and TIF6 plan amendment (6-0)
Council
The Kokomo Common Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Stellantis Economic Revitalization Area. This includes a proposal for a property tax exemption related to a $229 million investment in electrified transmissions. The council will also review economic development plans and resolutions for the Kokomo Redevelopment Commission.
- Property tax exemption for the Stellantis Economic Revitalization Area
- Confirmation of an Economic Revitalization Area designation
- Approval of a Kokomo Redevelopment Commission Economic Development Plan
council meeting
The council approved Resolution #2763, a 10-year personal property tax abatement for Stellantis, which announced a $229 million investment in Kokomo and committed to retaining 662 jobs. The council also passed several ordinances, including a $1.5 million General Fund transfer for insurance expenses, and rezoned properties at 2904 S. Albright Rd., 2035 E. 00NS, and near 2900 E. Markland Ave. A resolution transferring about $588,990 for Kokomo Fire Department overtime passed 8-1, with Councilman Miklik dissenting. The public hearing on Ordinance #7018 was closed with no comments.
- Approved Resolution #2763 (9-0): 10-year property tax abatement for Stellantis, tied to $229M investment and 662 retained jobs.
- Approved Ordinance #7018 (9-0): $1.5 million transfer from General Fund for city insurance expenses.
- Approved Ordinance #7019 (9-0): Rezone 2904 S. Albright Rd. from M2 to C2.
- Approved Ordinance #7020 (9-0): Rezone 2035 E. 00NS from AR to C1 in gateway overlay.
- Approved Ordinance #7021 (9-0): Rezone near 2900 E. Markland Ave. to planned development (PD-C2).
- Approved Resolution #2764 (8-1): Transfer of ~$588,990 for Kokomo Fire Department overtime; Miklik opposed.
- Approved minutes from November 8, 2021 meeting.
- Closed public hearing on Ordinance #7018 with no public comments.
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Council
The Kokomo Common Council will review several rezoning requests and financial ordinances. This includes a resolution for the Stellantis Economic Revitalization Area and a personal property tax exemption. The council will also address fund appropriations and transfers.
- Designation of Stellantis Economic Revitalization Area and property tax exemption
- Re-zone 2904 S. Albright Rd. from M2 to C2
- Re-zone 2035 E. 00 NS. from AR to C1 within the gateway office overlay
- Re-zone North & East of 2900 E. Markland Ave. to PD-C2
- Appropriation of money from the General Fund
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTE 11-08-2021
The Common Council approved Ordinance #7018 on first reading, transferring $1.5 million from the General Fund to the Self-Insured Health Insurance Fund, with a public hearing set for November 29, 2021. Resolution #2762, covering year-end fund transfers, was also approved on first reading. Both votes were unanimous (9-0). No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved Ordinance #7018 on first reading: $1.5M transfer to Self-Insured Health Insurance Fund (9-0)
- Approved Resolution #2762 on first reading: year-end fund transfers (9-0)
Council
The Kokomo Common Council will consider a first reading of Ordinance #7018 to appropriate $1,500,000 to the self-insured health insurance fund. The council will also review a first reading of Resolution #2762 regarding various fund transfers and approve minutes from the October 25 meeting.
- Ordinance #7018: First reading for a $1,500,000 appropriation to the health insurance fund
- Resolution #2762: First reading regarding various fund transfers
- Approval of October 25, 2001 meeting minutes
Council
The Kokomo Common Council will hold second readings on ordinances to establish local funds for American Rescue Plan grants and approve various appropriations. The council will also consider first readings for traffic ordinance changes and two property rezonings.
- Appropriation of $9,946,608 for the ARP Fund (Ordinance #7012)
- Establishment of funds for American Rescue Plan Act grants (Ordinance #7011)
- Speed limit change to 20 MPH on Frances Lane north of Rainbow Dr (Ordinance #7014)
- Rezoning of 525 & 527 W. Alto Rd from C1 to C2 (Case P22-Z-21)
- Rezoning at Zartman and Sandwalk Dr from LI/M1 to R3 (Case P23-Z-21)
COUNCIL MEETING
The Kokomo Common Council approved several ordinances on second reading, including establishing local funds for ARP grants, additional appropriations totaling over $10 million, and changes to stop signs, yield signs, and speed limits. The council also approved two rezones: one for a car lot at 525 & 527 W. Alto Rd. and another for residential development at Zartman Rd. and Sandwalk Ln. All votes were 7-0.
- Approved Ordinance #7011 establishing local funds for ARP grants (7-0)
- Approved Ordinance #7012 for additional appropriations: $9.9M ARP fund, $287,983 operating assistance, $32,000 fuel reclamation system, $13,000 tank liner (7-0)
- Approved Ordinance #7013 adding stop signs at Waugh & Gerhart and Appletree & Dogwood (7-0)
- Approved Ordinance #7014 reducing speed limit on Frances Ln. north of Rainbow Dr. N to 20 mph (7-0)
- Approved rezone from C1 to C2 for 525 & 527 W. Alto Rd. for a car lot (7-0)
- Approved rezone from LI and M1 to R3 at Zartman Rd. and Sandwalk Ln. for residential expansion (7-0)
Council
The Kokomo Common Council held a public hearing and meeting on October 18, 2021. It approved minutes from prior meetings and passed two ordinances on first reading: Ordinance #7011 establishing local funds for American Rescue Plan grants, and Ordinance #7012 for additional appropriations totaling $9,946,608 from Fund #1760, $287,983 from Fund #1770, and $32,000 from Fund #1780. Both votes were 7-0. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved minutes from September 27 and October 4 meetings
- Passed Ordinance #7011 on first reading (7-0) establishing local funds for ARP grants
- Passed Ordinance #7012 on first reading (7-0) appropriating $9,946,608 from Fund #1760, $287,983 from Fund #1770, and $32,000 from Fund #1780
Council
The council will consider establishing local funds for American Rescue Plan Act grants. The meeting also includes first readings for appropriations related to transit assistance and airport equipment.
- Ordinance 7011: Establishing local funds for American Rescue Plan Act grants
- Ordinance 7012: $9,946,608 appropriation for the ARP Fund Plan
- Ordinance 7012: $287,983 appropriation for FTA operating assistance
- Ordinance 7012: $32,000 appropriation for a fuel reclamation system
- Ordinance 7012: $13,000 appropriation for a tank liner installation
COUNCIL MEETING
The Kokomo Common Council approved all items on the agenda by 7-0 votes. It passed two zone changes on first and second reading: Ordinance #7009 reclassifying 1016 S. Jay St. from R5 to NC for a small business, and Ordinance #7010 reclassifying 865 E. 400 S. from AR/AG to IS for a new church. The council also gave final passage to the city budget (Ordinance #7002) and passed salary ordinances for appointive and elected officials on second reading, plus a resolution to transfer funds from the General Fund.
- Approved Ordinance #7009 (zone change to NC) for 1016 S. Jay St. on first and second reading, 7-0
- Approved Ordinance #7010 (zone change to IS) for 865 E. 400 S. on first and second reading, 7-0
- Approved Ordinance #7002 (city budget) on final reading, 7-0
- Approved Ordinance #7003 (appointive salaries) on second reading, 7-0
- Approved Ordinance #7004 (elected officials' salaries) on second reading, 7-0
- Approved Resolution #2758 (transfer funds from General Fund), 7-0
- Approved minutes of September 13, 2021 meeting
Council
The council is meeting to adopt the 2022 budget for various city departments, boards, and commissions. The agenda also includes second readings for salary ordinances and first readings for two rezoning petitions.
- Adoption of 2022 budgets for city departments totaling over $47 million
- Ordinance #7009: Rezoning request for 1016 S. Jay St. from R5 to NC
- Ordinance #7010: Rezoning request for 865 E. 400 S. from AR/AG to IS
- Ordinance #7003: Fixing maximum salaries for appointive offices and employees
- Resolution #2758: A resolution regarding the transfer of funds
Council
The Kokomo Common Council will hold a public hearing regarding 2022 department budgets. The agenda also includes second readings for rezoning at 422 W. Superior St. and the appropriation of ARP Coronavirus funds. Additionally, the council will consider ordinances to set salaries for city officials and employees.
- Public hearing for Ordinance #7002 regarding various department budgets
- Second reading for rezoning 422 W. Superior St. from R4 to NC
- Second reading for Ordinance #7008 to appropriate ARP Coronavirus funds
- First reading of Ordinance #7003 fixing maximum salaries for city employees
- Resolution #2761 authorizing applications with the Federal Transit Administration
Council
The Kokomo Common Council approved the 2022 budget ordinance (7002) on second reading, a zoning change from R4 to NC for 422 W. Superior St. (7005), and an ordinance appropriating $19,893,216 in federal ARP funds (7008) on a 5-1 vote. It also passed first readings for salary ordinances (7003, 7004) and adopted a resolution (2761) authorizing the mayor to seek federal transit assistance. No public comments were heard at the public hearing.
- Approved Ordinance #7002 fixing department budgets (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance #7005 rezoning 422 W. Superior St. from R4 to NC (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance #7008 appropriating $19,893,216 in ARP funds (5-1)
- Passed first reading of Ordinance #7003 fixing appointive officer salaries with 2% increase (6-0)
- Passed first reading of Ordinance #7004 fixing elected official salaries (6-0)
- Adopted Resolution #2761 authorizing federal transit assistance application (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
COUNCIL MEETING
The Kokomo Common Council held its August 30, 2021 meeting, approving first readings of ordinances for ARP coronavirus relief fund appropriations and two rezoning requests, and suspending rules to pass a third ordinance on first and second reading. No final decisions were made; all items are pending further readings or hearings.
- Approved first reading of Ordinance #7002 (ARP fund appropriation) 7-0
- Approved first reading of Ordinance #7005 (rezoning from R4 to NC for a hair salon) 8-0
- Suspended rules and passed Ordinance #7006 (rezoning from IS to M2 for apartments) on first and second reading 8-0
- Approved first reading of Ordinance #7008 (ARP coronavirus local fiscal recovery fund appropriation) 8-0
Council
The Council will hold first readings on ordinances for city department budgets and two rezoning requests. The meeting also includes a second reading to appropriate funds to the ARP Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund.
- Ordinance #7002: First reading of 2022 budgets, including $14,068,060 for police and $10,582,455 for fire
- Ordinance #7005: Rezoning request for 422 W. Superior St. from urban residential to neighborhood commercial
- Ordinance #7006: Rezoning request for 604 N. Main St. from institutional uses to multi-family residential
- Ordinance #7008: Second reading to appropriate funds to the ARP Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund
Council
The Kokomo Common Council will hold a public hearing regarding the vacation of an alley near North Morrison Street. The council will also conduct a second reading for an ordinance to amend no-parking zones and school zone speed limits.
- Ordinance #7001: Vacating an alley between 811 & 813 N. Morrison St.
- Ordinance #6998: Amending 'No Parking Generally' and school zone speed limits
- Expansion of no-parking zones on Championship Way and Veterans Memorial Drive
Council
The Kokomo Common Council passed Ordinance #6998 and Ordinance #7001 on second reading, both by 8-0 votes. Ordinance #6998 was amended to include Championship Park and Veterans Memorial Dr. Ordinance #7001 was passed after proper notifications. The council tabled Ordinance #7007, which would appropriate ARP Coronavirus Recovery Funds, by a 6-2 vote.
- Passed Ordinance #6998 on second reading (8-0)
- Passed Ordinance #7001 on second reading (8-0)
- Tabled Ordinance #7007 (ARP fund appropriation) (6-2)
Council
The Kokomo Common Council will hold first readings on several ordinances during its July 26 meeting. These include requests to change zoning classifications for properties on South Dixon Road and West Sycamore Street. The council will also review a petition to vacate an alley right-of-way near North Morrison Street.
- Rezoning 1206 S Dixon Rd from residential to neighborhood commercial
- Rezoning 412 W Sycamore St from general commercial to office commercial
- Petition to vacate an alley between 811 and 813 N Morrison St
- Amendments to city code regarding parking and school zone speeds
COUNCIL MEETING
The Kokomo Common Council approved four ordinances on July 26, 2021. Ordinance #7001 (alley vacation) passed on first reading, while Ordinances #6999 and #7000 (rezoning requests) passed on first and second reading after suspending rules. Ordinance #6998 (no parking changes) passed on first reading. All votes were 7-0. Councilwoman Sanders' resignation was acknowledged.
- Approved Ordinance #7001 (alley vacation) on first reading (7-0)
- Approved Ordinance #6999 (rezoning at 1206 S. Dixon Rd.) on first and second reading (7-0)
- Approved Ordinance #7000 (rezoning at 412 W. Sycamore St.) on first and second reading (7-0)
- Approved Ordinance #6998 (no parking changes on Championship Way and Veterans Memorial Dr.) on first reading (7-0)
Council
The Kokomo Common Council will hold a second reading on Ordinance #6964 regarding maximum salaries for city officers and employees. The Council will also introduce a petition from the Kokomo Community Development Corporation to vacate an alley right-of-way.
- Second reading of Ordinance #6964 to fix maximum salaries for city officers, police, fire, and other employees
- Introduction of Ordinance #7001 regarding the vacation of an alley between 811 & 813 N. Morrison St.
COUNCIL MEETING
The Kokomo Common Council approved Ordinance #6964 on second reading with a 7-0 vote, amending a salary to include a new Director of Engineering appointment. The council also scheduled a first reading for July 26, 2021, and a second reading and public hearing for August 9, 2021, on a petition to vacate an alley right-of-way near 811-813 N. Morrison St. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise procedural.
- Approved Ordinance #6964 on second reading (7-0), amending salary for new Director of Engineering appointment
- Scheduled first reading of alley vacation petition for July 26, 2021
- Scheduled second reading and public hearing for alley vacation petition for August 9, 2021
COUNCIL MEETING
The Kokomo Common Council approved three zone changes (Ordinances #6995, #6996, #6997) for properties on N. Union St., W. Sycamore St., and N. Toby Pike, all on second reading. They also passed a public records request ordinance (#6986) and advanced a salary ordinance (#6964) on first reading. The council adopted a resolution to opt out of opioid settlements (#2760) and appointed Councilman T. Stewart to the Plan Commission temporarily.
- Approved Ordinance #6995 (zone change for 625 N. Union St.) on second reading, 7-0.
- Approved Ordinance #6996 (zone change for 415 W. Sycamore St.) on second reading, 7-0.
- Approved Ordinance #6997 (zone change for 1025 N. Toby Pike) on second reading, 7-0.
- Approved Ordinance #6986 (public records request form) on second reading, 7-0.
- Passed Ordinance #6964 (salary fix, adding Director of Engineering) on first reading, 7-0.
- Adopted Resolution #2760 (opt out of opioid settlements) 7-0.
- Appointed Councilman T. Stewart to Plan Commission temporarily, 7-0.
- Accepted Tax Abatement Compliance statements as received and in compliance.
Council
The Kokomo Common Council is reviewing several rezoning petitions for properties on N. Union St., W. Sycamore, and N. Toby Pike. The council will also consider an ordinance regarding public records requests and a new ordinance fixing maximum salaries for city employees.
- Rezoning 625 N. Union St. from C2 to IS (second reading)
- Rezoning 415 W Sycamore from C1 to M1 (second reading)
- Rezoning 1025 N. Toby Pike from LI to HI (second reading)
- Ordinance regarding public records requests and forms
- Ordinance fixing maximum salaries for city employees
Council
The Common Council will vote on a second reading to establish a local fund for American Rescue Plan Act assistance. The agenda also includes first readings for several zoning changes and a new policy for electronic communication.
- Establishment of a local fund for American Rescue Plan Act federal assistance (Ordinance #6994)
- Rezoning 625 N. Union St. from C2 to IS (Ordinance #6995)
- Rezoning 415 W Sycamore from C1 to M1 (Ordinance #6996)
- Rezoning 1025 N. Toby Pike from LI to HI (Ordinance #6997)
- New ordinance regarding public records requests and submission forms (Ordinance #6986)
COUNCIL MEETING
The Kokomo Common Council approved Ordinance #6994 on second reading, establishing a local fund for federal American Rescue Plan assistance. It also passed first readings for three rezoning requests: Charles Reed's zone change to expand services at 625 N. Union, Lafountian LLC's C1-to-M1 change at 415 W Sycamore St. for three apartments, and Bunn Real Estate's LI-to-HI change at 1025 N Toby Pike for a transfer station. Attempts to suspend rules for two of the rezoning ordinances failed on 7-1 votes, so they proceeded on first reading only. The council also passed first reading of Ordinance #6986 on public records requests and adopted Resolution #2759 on electronic participation.
- Approved Ordinance #6994 on second reading (8-0) establishing a local fund for American Rescue Plan federal assistance
- Passed first reading of Ordinance #6995 (8-0) for a zone change requested by Charles Reed to expand services at 625 N. Union
- Passed first reading of Ordinance #6996 (8-0) for a C1-to-M1 zone change at 415 W Sycamore St. for three apartments
- Passed first reading of Ordinance #6997 (8-0) for an LI-to-HI zone change at 1025 N Toby Pike for a transfer station
- Failed to suspend rules for Ordinance #6996 (7-1) to pass on first and second reading
- Failed to suspend rules for Ordinance #6997 (7-1) to pass on first and second reading
- Passed first reading of Ordinance #6986 (8-0) on public records request forms
- Adopted Resolution #2759 (8-0) establishing policy for electronic participation by council members
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Council
The Kokomo Common Council will review a request to rezone 1942 E. North St. from Institutional Uses to Low Intensity Industrial/Business Park. The Council will also consider Ordinance #6994 to establish a local fund for federal assistance received through the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021.
- Rezoning Case P 11-Z-21: Change 1942 E. North St. from IS to LI
- Ordinance #6994: Establishing a local fund for American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 federal assistance
COUNCIL MEETING
The council approved Ordinance #6993, a rezoning request by Ivy Tech Foundation, on first and second reading with an 8-0 vote. It also passed Ordinance #6994 on first reading, establishing a local fund for American Rescue Plan federal assistance, also 8-0. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise procedural.
- Approved Ordinance #6993 (rezoning for Ivy Tech Foundation) on first and second reading (8-0)
- Approved Ordinance #6994 (establishing ARP local fund) on first reading (8-0)
- Approved minutes of May 10, 2021 meeting
- Recognized three new Kokomo Police Department hires
COUNCIL MEETING
The Kokomo Common Council approved Ordinance #6981 on second reading by a 6-3 vote, updating the fireworks noise regulations. The ordinance retains Memorial Day as a permitted fireworks day, adds Veterans Day, and requires noise complainants to provide their name and address and be available as a witness if a citation is disputed. Several residents and a veterans' representative spoke against the ordinance, but the council voted to pass it.
- Approved Ordinance #6981 on second reading (6-3)
- Retained Memorial Day as a permitted fireworks day
- Added Veterans Day as a permitted fireworks day
- Required noise complainants to provide name and address and be available as a witness
Council
The Kokomo Common Council approved several rezoning requests and a first reading for an ordinance regarding fireworks. Discussion included potential amendments to the fireworks ordinance regarding complainant affidavits and holiday usage.
- Ordinance #6981, restricting fireworks that create excessive noise, passed its first reading 6-2.
- Ordinance #6985 approved to extend the sunset provision for pole signs on S. R. 931.
- Rezoning of 3437 W Sycamore Rd from C2 to IS approved.
- Rezoning of 3439 W Sycamore Rd from C2 to R1 approved.
- Rezoning of 1441 E. 400 S. from AG to C2 approved.
COUNCIL MEETING
The Kokomo Common Council passed several ordinances, including a fireworks noise restriction on first reading (6-2) and multiple zoning changes. All other items were approved unanimously. The fireworks ordinance will be amended before final passage.
- Approved Ordinance #6985 extending pole sign sunset provision on S.R. 931 (8-0)
- Approved Ordinance #6989 rezoning 3437 W Sycamore Rd from C2 to IS (8-0)
- Approved Ordinance #6990 rezoning 3439 W Sycamore Rd from C2 to R1 (8-0)
- Approved Ordinance #6991 rezoning 1441 E 400 S from AG to C2 (8-0)
- Approved Ordinance #6992 rezoning 2389 S Dixon Rd from C2 to NC (8-0)
- Passed Ordinance #6981 fireworks noise restriction on first reading (6-2)
Council
The council will review an ordinance to restrict consumer fireworks to specific dates and times. The meeting also includes several requests to rezone properties across the city.
- Ordinance #6981: Amending regulations for consumer fireworks use
- Ordinance #6985: Extending sunset provision for pole signs on S.R. 931
- Ordinance #6989: Rezoning 3437 W. Sycamore Rd from C2 to IS
- Ordinance #6990: Rezoning 3439 W. Sycamore Rd from C2 to R1
- Ordinance #6991: Rezoning 1441 E. 400 S from AG to C2
COUNCIL MEETING
The Kokomo Common Council approved two rezoning ordinances on first and second reading by 6-0 votes. Ordinance #6987 changed property at 2152 N Plate St from LI to R5, and Ordinance #6988 changed property at 2141 N Elizabeth St from LI to M1. No remonstrators were present for either request. The meeting also included public comments on fireworks and a complaint, but no other decisions were made.
- Approved Ordinance #6987 rezoning 2152 N Plate St from LI to R5 (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance #6988 rezoning 2141 N Elizabeth St from LI to M1 (6-0)
Council
The Common Council will review requests to rezone properties on North Plate Street and North Elizabeth Street from industrial to residential use. The agenda also includes a request to approve the cancellation of outstanding checks from 2018.
- Ordinance #6987: Rezoning 2152 N Plate St from LI to R5 (Urban Residential)
- Ordinance #6988: Rezoning 2141 N Elizabeth St from LI to M1 (Multi-Family Residential)
- Cancellation of outstanding 2018 checks totaling $247.25
COUNCIL MEETING
The Common Council approved Resolution #2757, which designates a Cultural District in the city to promote arts exploration and participation. The vote was 8-0. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included public comments on fireworks and condolences for a firefighter.
- Approved Resolution #2757 designating a Cultural District, vote 8-0
- Approved minutes of the February 22, 2021 meeting as presented
Council
The council will meet to authorize the certification of the Kokomo Arts and Cultural District. The provided record also includes minutes from a February meeting regarding Championship Park and two property rezonings.
- Resolution #2757: Authorizing the certification of the Kokomo Arts and Cultural District
- Ordinance #6982: Establishing an enterprise fund for Championship Park
- Rezoning 321 E. Walnut St. from office commercial to urban residential
- Rezoning 903 S. Main St. from neighborhood commercial to urban residential
COUNCIL MEETING
The Kokomo Common Council approved an ordinance establishing an enterprise fund for the operation of Championship Park, a baseball and softball tournament center. It also approved two rezoning requests: one for 321 E. Walnut St. from OC to R5, and another for 903 S. Main St. from NC to R5, both with no remonstrators. All votes were 8-0.
- Approved Ordinance #6982 establishing enterprise fund for Championship Park (8-0)
- Approved Ordinance #6983 rezoning 321 E. Walnut St. from OC to R5 (8-0)
- Approved Ordinance #6984 rezoning 903 S. Main St. from NC to R5 (8-0)
Council
The Kokomo Common Council is reviewing ordinances regarding city infrastructure and park management. This includes a second reading of an ordinance for sewage works improvements and the creation of an enterprise fund for Championship Park. The council is also considering bond issuances up to $24,500,000 for sewage system projects.
- Ordinance #6980: Second reading for sewage works system improvements
- Ordinance No. 6982: Establishing an enterprise fund for Championship Park at 600 South Goyer Road
- Proposed bond issuance of up to $24,500,000 for sewage works improvements
Council Meeting
The Kokomo Common Council approved the Kokomo Tribune and Kokomo Perspective as official newspapers for legal advertising, approved mayoral appointments to the Historic Review Board, and made several council appointments to boards and committees. Ordinance #6980, regarding municipal sewage system improvements, passed its first reading unanimously. The meeting was largely procedural with no substantive policy decisions.
- Approved Kokomo Tribune and Kokomo Perspective as legal advertising publications (7-0)
- Approved Historic Review Board appointments: Tom Tolen, Dave Broman, Catherine Hughes (unanimous)
- Made council appointments to boards and committees (e.g., Recycling District, Policy Board, Redevelopment Commission, committee chairs)
- Passed Ordinance #6980 on first reading (7-0)
Re-Organizational Meeting
The Kokomo Common Council is conducting a re-organizational meeting. The agenda includes nominations for council leadership and representatives to local commissions.
- Nominations for President
- Nominations for Vice President
- Council member nomination to the Plan Commission
- Council member nomination to the Kokomo Traffic Commission