Duane McCauslin

The meeting included discussions and actions on several key areas. Real estate survey updates for 401 Mooreland were reviewed, and a one-time credit policy was approved for utility customers affected by mail delivery issues in January. An agreement for testing services with Clark Pleasant School Corporation was noted. The council discussed discrepancies in vacation days within the employee handbook, particularly for police officers, and decided to table the item for further review. Renovations at 540 Tracy Road were approved, including wainscoting and an exhaust fan for the Police Department's Evidence Room. The council also discussed CPR classes, defibulators, and Fire Department events. A request from Special Olympics to use East Park was approved, and wastewater treatment plant infiltration reports were presented. The council considered a combined trash/recycling contract bid and expressed concerns about HB 1395. Additional appropriations were approved for the Water Account to complete renovation work.

The meeting addressed amendments to the preliminary plat for the Pleasant Creek Subdivision and a request for a waiver from the New Whiteland Construction Standards. Discussions centered on traffic study results, the necessity of entrance improvements, and adherence to the PUD ordinance. Concerns were raised regarding changes to lot sizes, the elimination of sidewalks, and the inclusion of a channelized turn lane. The public hearing was closed, and a motion to deny the request was approved.

The meeting included the election of officers, with Matt Gillock nominated for President and Christy Ward for Vice President. The board discussed the resignation of the Zoning Administrator and Code Enforcement Officer, and considered contracting with GRW Engineering to review building permit applications, plans, and perform inspections. The board also granted Matt Gillock the authority to increase the fee schedule to cover GRW Engineering costs. Additionally, there was a reminder to address the ordinance on garage sale signs.

The New Whiteland Town Council meeting included discussions and decisions on several key areas. The council approved the hiring of two new police officers, Rick Wilson and Craig Whited, and considered a request for Whited to have a take-home car. Updates were provided on the 2016 Street Repair Bid Contract and the Community Crossings Matching Grant application. Revisions to the Employee Handbook were reviewed, and the council addressed parking restrictions for the upcoming National Night Out. Additionally, the council discussed amending the Animal Ordinance, a request to use Proctor Park for a 9-11 Ceremony, and an ordinance to transfer funds for tree removal in West Park. A member of the public requested an exception to allow domesticated ducks within town limits, which led to a discussion about the town's zoning ordinance and variance procedures.

The meeting addressed several topics, including an update on the real estate survey, which scheduled an auction for two buildings. A sewer hook-on request was discussed, focusing on reserving capacity for future growth. The council also discussed SCBA gear replacement and police vehicles. An IDEM update was provided regarding a leak from an old fuel oil tank. The council declared old recording equipment as surplus and addressed flooding issues. Legislative business included an ordinance and a resolution amending the Employee Handbook regarding Vacation and Sick Leave.