Water Board Meeting
The meeting began with the approval of the May 6, 2025, meeting minutes.
Darren Burkhart provided an update on the Broadway/10th Street Project. He stated that survey work has been completed, and things are moving along. He hopes to walk the project in the next few weeks to make final changes to their plan.
The board approved the May Claims.
The board discussed the possibility of replacing 150 large meters that some date back to the 1980’s. This was not included in the Capital Improvement Plan but is something that is necessary to ensure accuracy.
The board thanked the department on their response to a water main that occurred near Delta Faucet approximately 1.5 weeks ago.
Board of Aviation
The meeting began with the approval of the May 6, 2025, meeting minutes.
The financial report included a combined amount of $438,013.27 in the three accounts.
John Feister, BF&S discussed the Apron Project which is to accommodate business jets. He received approval to provide a Notice to Proceed to the contractor and approval to submit the grant that is for a total of $318,827.64 to complete the project. John also stated that they have submitted IAP 26 on February 10, 2025, and expect results soon.
Amy Borns, City Clerk Treasurer was able to clarify that on the Petroleum on Demand contract they have had the basic package and not the premium package that was discussed during the May meeting. She received a clarifying vote from the board to continue with the basic package which would save approximately $800 year if they went with the premium.
Jerry Scheidler, Airport Manager stated that he currently has 7 people on the hangar waiting list. They discussed their current renter of the farm ground and what prospects for renters may be in the future.
The board approved payment of the bills. The board did take some time and begin the conversation of looking at increasing hangar fees. The last increase was in January 2023 with an increase of 10%. This discussion was just to think of ways to bring in additional income to pay down their loan. This discussion will continue during the next meeting.
Redevelopment Commission Meeting
Zach Wirrig, Director of Public Projects provided an update on the Iron Men Apartment Complex-an alley vacation was completed for the alley on the property that the complex will be built on, and also adjacent to the parking lot that they are purchasing from the city. Zach stated that he has no current update on the tax credits that Iron Men has applied for.
Zach went on to provide an update on Liberty Lakes stating that they continue to move along well. Beacon Builders has 2 homes built beside their current model home. Those 2 homes have been sold to homeowners. He added that 6 additional homes are under construction in the subdivision. Duke Energy and CenterPoint will be finishing installing utility services to the area. The plan to pave the remaining section of the street is scheduled to be completed this month. Once all of the roads are paved and a few areas of failures that have occurred they will then surface the roadway.
Brady Rogers, Reedy Financial provided information for their TIF Pass Through Report which is a requirement and is due by June 15. The board approved this report under Resolution 2025-12. Brady provided rough estimates of what SB1 may do to the income of the TIF. Brady is going to come back with more informative numbers for this specific commission.
The commission decided to not re-enter into a contract with a realtor for the property on Veterans Way. They agreed to allow Zach, the city, and Bryan with EDC solicit businesses that they would like to see come to the area and then attempt to sell the properties that way.
The commission discussed concerns of right-of-way and a proposed retention pond that will go on Forge Fitness’s Parcel if constructed. Zach is going to reach out to Forge Fitness and discuss this as well as design comments that the city have found in the submitted plans.
The board voted to contribute up to $500,000 towards the INDOT SR46 Lighting Project with an estimated start date of 2027. The city entered into a contract with INDOT to install city owned lighting. The estimated cost to the city is $932,000 with the RDC contributing $500,000 that leaves the city with a remaining estimated cost of $432,000.
The city has submitted a request for quotes to complete engineering plans for sidewalks. These sidewalks would be on Fourth Street- from Carver Street to Lincoln Street, N. Carver Street- from 6th street to Veterans Way, and N. Moscow- from Westridge Parkway to Veterans Way. These sidewalks would be basic concrete sidewalks that are 5ft wide. No extras would be included in this project. They have received one quote but would like to have a second before they make a decision rather to accept one of the quotes. Zach is going to continue to solicit that second quote.
Zach will be attending a site tour at Hotel Carmichael RAI in Carmel, IN. He feels that this may be a great networking event for both himself and commission members to meet with other RDC members.
The commission approved the April 2025 claims.
Board of Zoning Appeals
A public hearing was held to hear comments about the following variance request- Kyle Pittman, 1050 E. Skyline Dr. is seeking a variance to be able to put a parking area next to Maureen Rd. in city right-of-way and leave it as gravel. No comments from attendees of the meeting were stated. The board voted to end the public hearing.
The board approved the May 6, 2025, meeting minutes
The only variance request was- Kyle Pittman, 1050 E. Skyline Dr. was seeking a variance to be able to put a parking area next to Maureen Rd. in city right-of-way and leave it as gravel.
The petitioner has already laid the gravel and is now requesting a variance.
The board was provided an email including pictures and information of a phone call to Sarah Hamer, Building Commissioner. The images as described by board members showed vehicles being parked in this area that were sticking out into the roadway and tire tracks were a vehicle tire pulling into the proposed area was on the neighbor’s property.
Board members showed concern that the area would need to be asphalt or concrete in order to meet the current UDO. The other concern pointed out was that the specific area that this is located in is a city of Greensburg right of way. The current layout includes a fence that is approximately 6 feet away from the curb of the road.
Mr. Pittman stated that he utilizes this parking area for his 2 employees to park their trucks on and will utilize the space as a long-term opportunity to park his kids’ vehicles in the future. He agreed if needed he would concrete or asphalt the area.
Mayor Josh Marsh voiced his opposition to the variance request, expressing concern about the proposed construction being located on a right of way. He noted that the area has already been filled in, obstructing the existing ditch line and rerouting drainage in a way that could place unnecessary strain on the neighborhood’s infrastructure. Due to these drainage issues, the mayor emphasized that the ditch would need to be cleared to prevent further obstruction if this petition is denied.
The board voted to unanimously deny the variance request.
Plan Commission Meeting
A public hearing was held to hear comments about the following Primary Plat Request- Primary Plat for Second Circle Investments, LLC for property at corner of N. US Hwy 421 & Moscow Rd. With no public comment the commission voted to end the public hearing.
The commission opened their meeting with the approval of the meeting minutes from their May 6, 2025, meeting.
Second Circle Investments, LLC, was seeking Primary Plat approval for property located at N. US Hwy 421 & Moscow Rd. to divide off approximately 1.286 acres of land. Andrew, AR Engineering Representative stated that this building would be a retail building for Dollar General. The entrance would be off of Westridge Parkway, with the exit being onto Moscow Road.
Sarah Hamer, Building Commissioner pointed out that the petitioner has already changed a few things around to comply with city requirements.
During the discussion, Commission member Dr. Rodney King expressed concern that Andrew, a representative from the engineering firm, was present, but no representatives from Dollar General or Second Circle Investments LLC attended the meeting.
A motion to approve the Primary Plat was made and seconded. However, Dr. King voiced his disapproval, stating, “Dollar General doesn’t do a good job presenting itself to the public.” He cited ongoing issues at the US 421 location, including unkept grass, unkempt parking lots, and overworked employees at both current locations. Commission President Kevin Fleetwood acknowledged Dr. King’s concerns but reminded the commission that similar issues could be found with other businesses and that their focus that evening was solely on the approval of the Primary Plat.
The commission voted to approve the petitioner’s Primary Plat, with Dr. Rodney King casting the lone dissenting vote.
Sarah presented a fee schedule and a contract for third party Commercial Project inspections and reviews. The commission heard the fee schedule and the different options. The commission voted to table their decision on the fee schedule and contract until they have had time to review, receive updated versions of the schedule, and they asked for comparable city/town fees as they want to ensure that they are not rising the costs to an amount that could drive businesses away. The commission requested Sellersburg and Madison be the comparable areas. The commission will hold a special session on June 17, 2025, at 6pm.
Sarah Hamer, Building Commissioner added that she inspected a property on S. Broadway today that is currently occupied and doesn’t meet structural requirements. She stated that she is going to move forward to condemn the property that will result in either the property owner or the city demolishing. She told the commission that more than likely the city will have to be the one to demolish.
