City of Greensburg Water Board Meeting
The Water Board meeting began with Darren Burkhart, HNTB providing an update on the Broadway & 10th Street project. The design is progressing with hopes that he receives an updated version before the end of the week. Darren stated that it is his hope to have a 50% design for the board at their August meeting to review.
Zach Wirrig, Director of Public Projects, provided an update on the Mainstreet project. Zach said that the design is completed and that the westside design is in progress currently. Zach stated that he has met with engineers working on the water, sewer, and overall, Park Rd project to ensure that things are moving forward. He feels that all entities are working together and they are still looking at having Phase 1 & 2 available for bids in 2028.
Aaron Schwendenmann, Water Superintendent, received approval for the Large Water Meter Replacement Purchase Order for the amount of $247,604.16. Aaron explained that once the vendor receives this purchase order the water meters that are on the order will be held in their warehouse. Then when he is ready to request a water meter or more than one, he will order and pay for them at that time as he needs them. Aaron requested and received approval to accept the Koors Heating & Cooling bid to install an air conditioner in the Flatrock Electrical Building to provide air conditioning and reduce the wear and tear on the equipment in that building. Currently temperature gauges are showing 95-100 degrees in that building, and this could cause additional wear on the equipment.
City of Greensburg Board of Aviation Meeting
The board meeting began with Dr. Jon Dooley providing the financial report. He explained due to this meeting occurring on the 1st of the month the numbers provided reflected June Financial Reporting. The total amount in all accounts was $438,013.27.
John Feister, BF&S stated that they have requested the Apron Project Grant Request per the direction of the grantee. The opportunity to expand the project and receive additional funding to cover the expenses has become available. John said that he expects to hear back on that grant and the MPE grant around September 2025. Paul Rohe has agreed to wait until the grant funding is received before starting on one project so that they can complete the project and the additional concrete slab that was mentioned in the grant request at the same time. The board approved that John submits IAP 24 payment reimbursement request 2 for the amount of $8,271.31.
The board also voted to accept grants IAP 25, 26, and 27 upon offer from the FAA.
John also provided an update to the board stating that someone from their firm contacted the LLC that owns the tower that was proposed for Harris City and they are discussing if they could reduce the height of the tower to a height that would not affect the runway approach.
Jerry Scheidler, Airport Manager said they have had increased jet traffic recently due to the company installing fiber in the area is flying in and out approximately 1-2 times per week. He also added that a charter service had came in recently and purchased a large amount of fuel. There are currently 7 individuals on the hangar wait list. The contracts have been signed with the two farmers renting ground at the airport. Jerry stated that due to the recent wind during storms he is going to need to replace some of the wind socks.
The board voted to increase hangar rent 5% January 2026 and January 2027. The last rent increase was for 10% January 2023.
City of Greensburg Redevelopment Commission Meeting
The meeting began with an update from Zach Wirrig, Director of Public Projects:
- Iron Men Apartment Complex: There has been no progress with securing tax credits for this development. As a result, the project remains on hold.
- Liberty Lakes: Steady progress continues. Two residents have recently moved into their new homes. Beacon Builders aims to complete between 16 and 19 homes by the end of 2025.
- Property Marketing: There is currently no movement on this front. However, Zach noted that Forge Fitness is back on track and is expected to begin site work soon.
- Sidewalk Engineering: Zach reported that he has met with an engineering firm he would like to partner with on this project. They are in the planning phase and have received feedback from INDOT regarding the design for the Carver Street area along SR 3. He anticipates having more details to share at the next meeting. He also clarified that while the sidewalk will be installed within the public right-of-way, maintenance will be the responsibility of adjacent landowners.
Attorney Chris Stephen provided clarification regarding Liberty Lakes lot sales. As part of the original purchase agreement, the Redevelopment Commission (RDC) must be notified and give consent before any lot can be sold. To streamline the process and avoid delays between monthly meetings, the RDC voted to designate Darren Burkhart to review and sign off on these requests on behalf of the commission upon receipt of notice.
Finally, the commission approved its regular June 2025 claims in the amount of $314,939.99.
The City of Greensburg Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting
The meeting opened with three separate public hearings:
- Tyler Bray, of 916 E. Hillside Dr. N., requested a special exception to operate a small automotive repair shop from his attached garage.
- Emily Manship, of 206 S. East St., sought a special exception to operate a short-term rental out of the former church rectory.
- Alex Whitaker, of 301 W. Washington St., requested a variance to allow for a second accessory structure on his property.
No public comments were submitted during any of the hearings.
Following the hearings, the Board of Zoning Appeals proceeded with its regular public meeting:
- Tyler Bray’s request was tabled until the August meeting. Attorney Chris Stephen will review the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) to determine whether the board has the authority to approve a small automotive repair business operated from a residence. The UDO currently prohibits such use, as outlined in Section E on page 89.
- Emily Manship’s request to operate a short-term rental from the old St. Mary’s church rectory was unanimously approved.
- Alex Whitaker’s request to add a 10×12 garden shed that matches his home was approved.
The City of Greensburg Plan Commission Meeting
The meeting began with a public hearing with no public comment on the request for approval for the secondary plat for Second Circle Investments, LLC for property at the corner of N. US Hwy 421 & Moscow Rd.
Following the public hearing the commission moved forward with their normal monthly meeting. They approved the meeting minutes from the June 3, 2025 meeting and the Executive Session meeting minutes from the June 17, 2025 meeting.
The commission voted to unanimously approve the Commercial Fee Schedule effective 7/2/25 at 8am. With the exception of any commercial project that has already received their foundation permits. The fee schedule was not readily available for the public during the meeting.
The commission approved the secondary plat request for Second Circle Investments.
At the end of the meeting, it was stated that an Executive Session of the Plan Commission will meet on August 5, 2025, at 5:30p prior to their regular monthly meeting.
