Kirby Cochran

The meeting included the swearing in of a new member, Michael Spongberg, followed by the approval of the planning commission minutes for April 15, 2025. The technical report committee discussed plans for Kids City to add on to their existing facility and site development plan reviews for Commerce Point, including Dutch Brothers and Chick-fil-A. A discussion was held regarding the Umbberger Lane annexation and rezoning, with a motion to continue the case to the June meeting to allow for additional commitments. An update was provided on new Indiana code regulations for agendas and the retirement of a planning department member, with a civil technician position open.

The meeting included committee reports and discussions on various art projects, such as the completed intersection art, the upcoming Veterans Alley project installation, and the generator box art by the mayor's youth council. There was also a presentation by representatives from Franklin Schools about a potential partnership for a banner program to celebrate student achievement and showcase community partnerships. Feedback was provided on the banner designs, focusing on readability and visual impact for King Street.

The meeting centered on the discussion of the new art installation in Artcraft Alley, pivoting from the previous 'Stars' to a 'Kites' theme. The committee explored various design elements, including the material, color palette, and layout of the kites. They considered incorporating the Art District logo colors and explored options for making the design more visually appealing and less rigid. The discussion also covered the durability and cost-effectiveness of the materials, as well as potential adjustments to the kite design to enhance the viewing experience and incorporate community branding.

The meeting included discussions and approvals for several items, including reserving a parking spot on East Jefferson Street for an event, a task order for a sanitary sewer service area study, and a change order for the new screening building at the wastewater treatment plant. The board also discussed and approved the 2024 Fair Parade request and the acceptance of bids for the 2024 alley project, awarding the contract to Robertson Paving Incorporated. Additional topics included a change order for the EV charging station project and a request for the closure of Hurricane Road for infrastructure installation at Winterfield subdivision. Updates were provided on the eclipse festival, pool opening, little league baseball, and the community garden.

The meeting included discussions and decisions on several key items. The renewal of the Dark Trace Network cyber security platform was approved for an additional 36 months. The board approved the Taser 10 quote, agreeing to upgrade the police department's tasers. Quotes for city hall flooring were reviewed, and a contract was awarded to Burton's Floor Covering. A change order was approved for the Graham Road and Earlywood Drive intersection improvements project. Additionally, change orders were approved for the East Jefferson Street sidewalk project. The board approved a change order for connecting downspouts to the ground storm drainage system at the Active Adult Center. The release of performance letters of credit and subdivision performance security agreements for Bluffs at Young's Creek sections one and two was approved. Bids for the Paul Han Boulevard roadway improvements project were accepted.