Michael McCutchan

The City Council Work Session meeting included discussions on the 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Plan and the approval of a construction contract for the Deerfield Road Resurfacing Project. The council reviewed an application for an OKI STBG grant for a roundabout project, as well as approvals for the Moore Subdivision and the Lebanon Landing Phase 2 final plat. Additionally, the agenda covered general discussion topics regarding a Fire Department presentation, a community reinvestment area tax abatement request for Case Towing, and various departmental updates including those from the Planning Commission, Park Board, and Shade Tree Commission.

This document outlines the City of Lebanon's five-year Capital Improvement Plan for 2027-2031, serving as a roadmap for government operations and a communication tool for residents. The plan aims to address community infrastructure needs by allocating capital improvement funds across key areas. Its primary objectives include ensuring adequate resources for essential infrastructure, maintaining financial flexibility, maximizing grant utilization, minimizing debt, and supporting community growth and Council goals. The plan details significant investments in road improvements, facility enhancements, park development, fleet replacement, and upgrades to storm water, sewer, water, and electric systems, with a focus on leveraging state and federal grants.

The commission reviewed and approved a site plan, conditional use, and certificate of appropriateness for a multi-family development on Mulberry and Water Streets, with specific conditions regarding civil plans, landscape beds, paver dividers, and right-of-way dedication for sidewalks. A certificate of appropriateness was granted for roofing and siding replacements at 104 S. East Street. Additionally, the commission approved the major site plan for the Mihailoff Center Retail project at 1875 Deerfield Road and a final plat for the Lebanon Landing subdivision.

The Planning Commission discussed and approved a multi-family site plan at 210 W. Mulberry Street, contingent upon specific conditions including updated civil plans, landscape requirements, and resolving sidewalk and curb issues. A Certificate of Appropriateness was approved for roof and siding replacements at 104 S. East Street. The commission also approved a site plan for the Mihailoff Center Retail project at 1875 Deerfield Road and a final plat for the Lebanon Landing development to establish thirteen individual lots.

The meeting agenda addressed several park improvement projects, including the Roberts Field re-dedication as an Eagle Scout project, the Miller Eco Park playscape and parking development, splash pad updates, and the resurfacing of tennis and basketball courts. Additionally, the board discussed the State Capital Improvement Grant and other ongoing grant-funded projects, 2026 events and programs, and plans for a new bike park.