Jenny Schenkel

The commission reviewed and approved a service agreement for the demolition of the 125 S. Lebanon St. property by Kramer Companies. Discussion was held regarding the 2020 Façade Grant program. A market feasibility study regarding potential destination uses for the former Holiday Inn property at SR 39 and I-65, including an ice facility, indoor waterpark hotel, and an indoor bike park, was presented. The commission approved funding for two upcoming bridge inspections following a positive report from the City Engineer. Finally, the commission authorized the payment of claims.

The commission reviewed and awarded the demolition bid for 125 S. Meridian Street. Discussions involved a representative from a bidding firm regarding the criteria for bid selection and the City Engineer's justification for recommending a contractor with specialized public works demolition experience. A progress report was presented for The Heart of Lebanon project, and the commission approved the payment of claims.

The commission reviewed and approved several dockets including the Primary Plat approval for Hickory Junction II, a voluntary annexation and zoning request for a property on North State Road 39, an amendment to the Planning Department fee schedule to comply with state requirements, and an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan to update the Recreational Impact Fee Zone Improvement Plan.

This Fiscal Plan details the financial and service provisions for the proposed annexation of territory to the City of Lebanon, Indiana. It outlines the estimated effects on municipal finances and taxpayers for four years following the annexation's effective date, focusing on tax revenues, rates, and expenditure levels. The plan commits to providing non-capital services, such as police and fire protection, within one year, and capital improvements, including water and wastewater services, within three years, all at standards equivalent to those within current corporate boundaries.

The agenda for the meeting includes departmental reports from the Police, Fire, Parks, Engineering, Planning, Public Works, and Communications departments. New business items consist of multiple street and plaza closure requests for events, as well as the consideration of secondary plat and surety acceptances for the Auburn Meadows Section 4 and Liberty Village developments. Additionally, the board will review claims.