Public Meetings - New Albany, Indiana

The Board of Public Works & Safety of New Albany, Indiana, convened on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at City Hall. The meeting covered new business, public comments, unfinished business, and communications from city officials. Several permits were approved, an emergency gas main repair was ratified, and a road closure permit was granted with conditions. Concerns about the Fourth Street trail project were raised by a local business owner, leading to a commitment for a follow-up meeting. New Business - Dustin Mason requested approval to install new facing over the 8th St. Pizza sign at the Breakwater. The existing frame will remain, and two aluminum faces (approximately 42 inches round, 10 pounds each) will be attached with self-tapping screws. Installation by Pass Sign is expected to take about an hour using a bucket lift. The board approved the request unanimously. - Wayne Holt with Miller Pipeline for CenterPoint Energy requested to install new gas service at 617 Mount Tabor Road. The work involves connection in the street with flaggers managing traffic; no road closure is needed. The board approved unanimously. - Todd Donahue with Duke Energy was unable to attend due to storm damage assessment; a city official presented the request to replace three poles and bore a new underground service to 1302 E. Main Street (on the 13th Street side). The board approved unanimously. Public Comments & Testimony - A representative from Huey Bird Cafe (located at the corner of 4th and Market Streets) addressed the board regarding two items: - Road closure permit for the annual block party on June 7, 2026. Originally planned for 4th Street, but due to ongoing construction on the Mulan South Trail, the closure was moved to Market Street between 4th Street and the alley. The representative agreed to the change. Times: road closed from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.; event from noon to 9:30 p.m. The board approved the closure subject to conditions: vehicles parked inside the barricades at 4th Street and the alley, and confirmation that the two adjacent businesses (Firehouse and another) are closed that day. - Concerns about the Fourth Street trail project. The representative stated he was not made aware of design blueprints until the day after the previous meeting and discovered that the project would eliminate all parking on 4th Street, the loading zone, and affect dumpster placement, as well as impact Harvest Homecoming logistics. He also noted that construction was already blocking the sidewalk in front of his business that morning. The city engineer (Mr. Summers) acknowledged the issues and committed to setting up a meeting with the design team to address parking, dumpster, and entrance concerns. The representative also questioned the narrow lane width for fire department access. The board noted that the parking situation is unlikely to change but that accommodations can be explored. Unfinished Business - AT&T presented door hangers (with contact information and a QR code) to notify residents about upcoming fiber installation. The board had approved the project last week pending receipt of these notification materials. The door hangers were accepted as fulfilling that condition. However, a separate issue arose: AT&T’s contractor (BOI) had begun work on an unapproved permit on Main Street (for a project not yet reviewed by the board). The city engineer noted that the contractor had bored across 5th Street and damaged a water gate, and that Main Street was recently reconstructed and not open to utility cuts. AT&T’s representative stated she had not issued the approved permit to construction and would ensure the contractor stops until a signed permit is obtained. The board stressed that no work may proceed without board approval. AT&T also presented preliminary plans for a future project extending east on Main Street, but the board deferred action pending a site review. Communications – City Officials - Paving Update (Mr. Summers): Work on Mount Tabor Road by All Terrain is complete. The low bidder (MAC Construction) has been authorized to prepare contract documents for city paving. Paving of a flood control lot (on 4th/5th Street) will begin soon. During discussion, board member Cheryl Cotner-Bailey pointed out a photo showing a downspout pipe that appeared to discharge into the riprap rather than being directed away; staff agreed to investigate and correct. - Slate Run Road Phase 2 – LPA Consulting Contract: A not-to-exceed contract of $744,000 was presented, with an 80/20 split between federal funds and city funds. This federally funded project is estimated to cost approximately $5.5 million per mile of new roadway. The board approved the contract subject to one final legal review. - CenterPoint Energy – Emergency Gas Main Repair: Formal approval was given for the emergency repair of a gas main damaged when a pole was knocked over at 2006 Grant Line Road (near Daisy). The board approved unanimously. - William Stepp – PODS at 1217 E. Main Street: Permission was granted to place two PODS on the street in front of the house for up to two weeks to facilitate moving. The board noted the PODS may slightly overhang the line but approved the request. - Street Commissioner: Announced that an ossuarium (for the cemetery) will be delivered on May 5, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Fairly Center (Fairview Cemetery). No road closure is needed as it is within the cemetery. - Claims and Minutes: No claims were presented due to a technical issue. Approval of the April 21, 2026, meeting minutes was deferred to the next meeting. Key Outcomes - Approved three new business items: sign facing (Dustin Mason), gas service at 617 Mt. Tabor (Miller Pipeline), and pole replacement at 1302 E. Main (Duke Energy). - Approved road closure permit for Huey Bird Cafe’s block party on June 7, 2026, on Market Street (8 a.m.–10 p.m.) with conditions (vehicles inside barricades; confirmation of business closures). - City engineer will schedule a meeting with Huey Bird Cafe and the design team to mitigate impacts of the Fourth Street trail project on parking, dumpster, and loading zone. - Accepted AT&T’s door hangers as fulfillment of notification condition; reiterated that no work on unapproved permits may begin, specifically referencing the Main Street permit that was started prematurely. - Approved Slate Run Road Phase 2 LPA contract ($744,000) subject to legal review. - Ratified emergency repair at Grant Line Road. - Approved placement of two PODS at 1217 E. Main Street. - Noted ossuarium delivery on May 5, 2026. - Deferred claims and minutes approval to next meeting.

This meeting took place on 2026-04-23 at 15:00:00 UTC. No agenda or minutes were available, so this summary is based solely on the raw transcript. The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and proceeded through routine approvals, staff reports, and adjournment. Consent Calendar - A motion to approve the previous meeting's minutes was made, seconded, and passed unanimously by voice vote. - The claims for the period April 9 to April 22, 2026, totaling $54,501, were presented. A motion to approve the claims was seconded and passed with no opposition. Public Comments & Testimony - No public comments were offered. The presiding officer asked for communications from the public and received none. - There were also no communications from city officials. Discussion Items - A city official reported ongoing street sweeper and vegetation operations. Crews were flushing storm lines on Amy Court and Mountain Tabor, and were trying to locate a storm line on Hidden Court. The official stated that several hundred feet of old, deteriorated, pieced-together stormwater line will likely be replaced. - Wesley reported that conditions looked much better this week. There were still some issues with construction entrances, including site settlement at Pain Colour, materials left in place at West Gate, and some track-out on the roadway, but overall conditions improved. - Ed reported that billing for the previous month totaled $50,300, which he described as phenomenal. - A city official announced that he would be unable to attend the next meeting because his daughter is graduating from IUS with a master's degree in education. Key Outcomes - The previous meeting's minutes were approved unanimously. - Claims totaling $54,501 for April 9-22, 2026, were approved unanimously. - The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous voice vote.

The New Albany Sewer Board met on April 23, 2026, to approve routine items, review bids and contracts, accept new subdivision infrastructure, approve an engineering agreement for sewer line improvements, grant a sewer adjustment, and review financial and utility reports. All votes were unanimous unless noted. Consent Calendar - Minutes: The board approved the minutes from the previous meeting as presented. Discussion Items - Bids & Contracts – IPS Pump 4 Repair: Mike presented a repair contract for IPS pump 4 from Xylem in the amount of $29,433.14 due to a lower sewer failure. The pump required a stator, impeller, lower seals, and old rings. The board approved the repair, and Mike noted that the tank is being cleaned to prevent future damage. - New Business – Westgate Subdivision Infrastructure Acceptance: Scott Adams of DC Development requested that the city accept the completed sanitary sewer infrastructure for the Westgate subdivision on Bud Road. He stated that all testing results had been submitted and were sufficient. The board voted to accept the installation. Adams reported that Firehouse Lane had been paved and that Bud Road would be finished once ATT completed underground work. - Engineering Agreement – Sewer Line Improvements at 2113 Grant Line Road: Mike presented an engineering agreement to relocate approximately 670 feet of 24-inch ductile iron force main at the public works facility, with a cost not to exceed $32,480. The force main currently runs through the center of the property and needs to be moved to accommodate facility upgrades. Discussion included potential future intersection work at Grant Line, Daisy, and Beachwood. One board member requested that the agreement be placed pending his review of how it coordinates with other planned projects. After discussion, the board approved the agreement. - Sewer Adjustment – Lamar Durbin: April presented a sewer adjustment request for Lamar Durbin in the amount of $2,491.65. The resident received three high bills due to water entering the yard from a main line issue, but consumption has returned to normal. The board approved the adjustment. - Financial Report: Ed reported that billing for the previous month was $1,076,000, with monthly fluctuations of about $50,000. All other budget figures were in line. - Utility Report: Mike presented the January 2026 utility report, noting no violations. The UV project was nearly complete with only minor punch list items remaining. A manhole lining project covering 30–40 manholes is expected to be brought forward at the next meeting. - Claims: The board approved claims for the period April 9–22, 2026, totaling $2,337,269.50. Notable items included legal exchange services of approximately $1 million for property purchases related to future capital improvement projects, and a payment of $154,000 to BL Anderson for the bar screen replacement approved two meetings prior. Key Outcomes - Approved minutes as presented. - Approved the IPS pump 4 repair contract with Xylem for $29,433.14. - Accepted the sanitary sewer infrastructure for the Westgate subdivision. - Approved the engineering agreement for sewer line improvements at 2113 Grant Line Road, not to exceed $32,480. - Approved a sewer adjustment of $2,491.65 for Lamar Durbin. - Approved claims totaling $2,337,269.50. - Meeting adjourned.

The Board of Public Works and Safety held its regular meeting on April 21, 2026. The board considered several permit applications, signage changes, residential parking requests, financial claims, and utility easements. Key actions included approvals for handrail repairs, fiber-optic boring, event permits, and signage updates, as well as deferral of an AT&T permit pending notification details. Consent Calendar - Approval of claims for April 7–20, 2026, totaling $3,150,548.64. - Approval of transfers for medical expenses for April 7–20, 2026, totaling $786,000. - Approval of minutes from the previous meeting. Public Comments & Testimony - Ben Weldon (Jeff Home Improvements): Requested approval to install handrail on Jollison Avenue. Work would be done with flagging (no road closure) from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. sometime next week. The board approved the request and directed the applicant to coordinate the date with Billy Air Day. - Ryan Golden (AT&T): Requested approval to bore a small interduct from the back of a building (existing copper) across a parking lot to an existing handhole in city right-of-way. No impact to traffic or city operations. Approved. Discussion Items - Silver Creek Drive Signage: Larry (city official) reported that a dead end sign exists but a resident had placed a small no turnaround sign. He recommended replacing the dead end sign with a no outlet sign and installing a larger no turnaround sign. The board discussed that the resident (Miss Patty) had removed stones and flower rods from the right-of-way to await the board's decision. The board approved the updated signage (no outlet and larger no turnaround sign) and denied the request for any placement in the city's right-of-way, but allowed her to place items on her own property. - Permit for Event – Original Venue Conflict: A permit request for an event on June 7 had been made. City officials noted that construction on the originally requested site would still be ongoing, making it unsafe. The board recommended offering the event organizer the option to move to Market Street with a soft closure at Third and full closure at the alley, but only as a one-time exception. The board also required the organizer to confirm with Copier Mark and Wolf Class that they are closed that day. This item was not voted on but referred to the organizer. - Residential Parking Spaces: - 2412 East on Second: Pending a site visit by Mr. Thompson, a motion to approve was passed subject to that visit. - 602 West Spring Street (Mary Shepherd): The board approved the request pending receipt of the required deed and vehicle information (temporary plate). The permit is for one year and renewable. - Ravens Roost Concert Permit: Christine presented a request from Ravens Roost to host a concert (Move with Purpose) at the amphitheater on Saturday, August 8, 2026, from 2–6 p.m. (setup noon–7 p.m.). They will collect non-perishable foods for a veterans organization, have volunteers for cleanup, and request a rain date of August 15. The board approved with the condition that all trash be removed. - Easement for Center Point Energy: An easement between the City and Center Point Energy for a gas line along St. Joseph Road right-of-way was presented. It covers a section of right-of-way that may be returned to property owners. Reviewed by legal. Approved. - Mount Tabor Road Paving Update: Larry reported that all terrain work is on track to complete by the end of the week, with paving work anticipated to begin in early May pending paperwork. - Alley Closure for Tank Removal: A request to close the southern end of the alley behind 2017 on May 6, 8 a.m.–5 p.m., for tank removal. No impact to businesses. Approved. - Emergency Repairs – Center Point Energy: Formal approval of emergency gas service repairs at 331 Jackson Street and replacement of a test station at 114 East Main Street. Approved. - AT&T Permits (Kimberly Farkus): Two permits were presented: - Permit A059JZ6 and JZ5: Involves aerial fiber installation with some underground crossing at Garrett and Charlestown roads. Work requires accessing easements through private property (fenced yards). The board deferred approval until the next meeting, requiring AT&T to provide the door hanger notification that includes a direct contact person. - Second permit (Charlestown Road crossing): Involves crossing Charlestown Road and installing a new pad. The board approved this permit with the requirement that AT&T notify any businesses if they work in the parking lot. The board noted that flagging would be minimal and that the bank building appears empty. - Bank Reconciliations: Miss Muller presented bank reconciliations for February 2026, which were acknowledged for the minutes. Key Outcomes - Approved: Handrail installation on Jollison Avenue (Jeff Home Improvements). - Approved: AT&T boring across parking lot (Ryan Golden). - Approved: Updated signage on Silver Creek Drive (no outlet sign and larger no turnaround sign); denied placement of stones/flowers in right-of-way. - Approved (pending site visit): Residential parking permit for 2412 East on Second. - Approved (pending documentation): Residential parking permit for 602 West Spring Street (Mary Shepherd). - Approved: Ravens Roost concert permit for August 8, 2026, with rain date August 15. - Approved: Easement for Center Point Energy. - Approved: Alley closure on May 6 for tank removal. - Approved: Emergency repairs by Center Point Energy. - Approved (with conditions): AT&T permit for Charlestown Road crossing. - Deferred (to next meeting): AT&T permit requiring access through private property; applicant must provide notification details. - Referred to applicant: Event permit for June 7 – board recommended moving to Market Street as a one-time exception pending organizer's decision. - Approved: Claims, transfers, and minutes.

The New Albany City Plan Commission met in regular session on Tuesday, April 21, 2026. Seven members were present and one seat was vacant; a minimum of six votes was needed to carry motions. The commission held public hearings on a proposed one-year moratorium extension and a townhome development, reviewed a proposed animal shelter special exception, approved prior meeting minutes, and adjourned. Public Hearing: Docket A-01-26 - One-Year Extension of Moratorium G 2402 The commission considered a proposed ordinance, initiated on its own motion, to extend for one year the temporary moratorium (Ordinance G 2402) on construction of non-owner-occupied multifamily housing and on issuance of permits for short-term rentals in New Albany and the two-mile unincorporated fringe area under commission jurisdiction. Staff reported that the moratorium was originally adopted in 2024, extended in 2025, and that staff are updating the zoning ordinance to align with the New Albany 2045 Comprehensive Plan, which the City Council adopted in December 2025. Of the ordinance's ten chapters, the main work involves the definitions, zoning districts, permitted use table, and development standards chapters. Definitions are substantially complete and in legal review; district consolidation and standards work continue. Staff hope to hold the first public meetings in August and reach adoption around Thanksgiving, and requested a full year to avoid repeated short extension requests. Zachary White, 1937 East Spring Street, opposed the extension. He said multifamily projects already face a de facto moratorium because planning takes about 22 months before groundbreaking; he cited a nearby project announced in 2023 that did not break ground until 2025 and has a 16-18-month construction schedule. He argued that moratoriums reduce rental availability, raise prices, and push young professionals to other cities, and he cited Austin, San Antonio, and Seattle as places where building more rentals brought prices down. He also said staff previously indicated the draft was nearly finished and asked the commission to reject the extension. Staff responded that New Albany cannot compete with GE, Ford, or River Ridge on industrial development, so the city is focusing on housing, homeownership, and thoughtful multifamily in central locations, and on making it easier for longtime property owners in historic neighborhoods to build additions without variances. Staff expressed confidence that the completed zoning ordinance will be 'top flight.' The commission approved Docket A-01-26 by a vote of 6 to 1. The ordinance will go to the City Council, where it will require three readings; council has final authority on the moratorium. Public Hearing: Docket F-2-26 - Townhome Special Exception and Variances, 3406 Camber Miller Road John McCoy of JLM Engineering presented for Michael DeSilva, seeking a special exception, development standards variances, and plat approval to build eight two-unit townhomes (16 total dwelling units) at 3406 Camber Miller Road. The property is just under three acres; the rear portion is in the Bald Knob Creek floodplain, and finished floors for the rear homes would be at least two feet above the floodplain elevation. The units would be owner-occupied, two-story, roughly 1,800 square feet, accessed by a single road with a cul-de-sac. Commissioners raised concerns about traffic, noting that 16 units would add at least 30 cars and that the nearby Kamer Miller Road/St. Joseph Road/Charlestown Road intersection is already congested. The applicant acknowledged traffic but pointed to access via Charlestown Crossing Way and said the city is working to fix the intersection issues left by NDOT after the 265 project. A commissioner also asked about the approval path for a restaurant, which would be allowed by right in the highway-commercial district if development standards were met, whereas the residential proposal requires variances and a special exception. Lilith Legends, 4303 Emerald Way, opposed the project. She said the area is 'horrible,' the lots are small and narrow, and 16 units or 32 cars would make existing backups at the Kamer Miller/St. Joseph/Charlestown Road intersection worse, especially with Dunkin' Donuts traffic. She said she thought 18 units would add to the problem, although the proposal is for 16 units. Another audience member said Chick-fil-A has also drastically increased traffic in the area. Staff reported that the application involves a use variance, a development standards variance, and a special exception—possibly the first case in 37 years to hit all three. The site is zoned highway commercial under the 2019 plan, which does not allow residential, but staff said commercial use would be out of character for the surrounding residential area and residential use was more appropriate. Staff recommended a favorable recommendation to the Board of Zoning Appeals and suggested tightening the cul-de-sac radius; the floodplain portion would remain virtually undisturbed. The commission voted to forward a favorable recommendation to the Board of Zoning Appeals. The BZA hearing is scheduled for Wednesday, May 6, at 5:30 p.m., moved from the usual Tuesday because of the primary election. Public Meeting: Docket B-13-26 - Animal Shelter Special Exception, 5211 Grant Line Road Shane Gibson, city corporate counsel, presented the request by the New Albany Redevelopment Commission for a special exception to permit a municipal animal shelter in the industrial steep slope district. Staff described the 2.28-acre vacant, tree-covered site and the proposed 12,310-square-foot ground-floor shelter. The special exception is required for any governmental use in that district. Staff found the proposal consistent with the 2045 Comprehensive Plan's quality-of-life theme and land use sub-goal 4 on community facilities. Traffic would be directed mainly to a southern access point, using an existing culvert to avoid the intermittent stream and keeping traffic within the industrial district rather than along the residential buffer. Parking and circulation were designed to be adequate. The building and outdoor facilities avoid the steep slope and stream areas, and buffers include a six-foot landscape buffer fence on the north perimeter plus double enclosure of outdoor areas with six-foot and eight-foot fences. No public testimony was offered. The commission voted to forward a favorable recommendation to the Board of Zoning Appeals. Minutes and Adjournment The commission approved the minutes of the March 17, 2026 meeting as written. A motion to adjourn was then made and seconded, and the meeting adjourned. Key Outcomes - Docket A-01-26 approved 6-1: one-year extension of Moratorium G 2402 recommended to City Council. - Docket F-2-26: favorable recommendation to the Board of Zoning Appeals for the 16-unit townhome development at 3406 Camber Miller Road; BZA hearing set for May 6, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. - Docket B-13-26: favorable recommendation to the Board of Zoning Appeals for the animal shelter at 5211 Grant Line Road. - Minutes of March 17, 2026 approved.

The New Albany City Council held its regular meeting on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at 6:00 PM (ET) at City Hall. All nine council members were present (Collier, Phipps, Fitzgerald, Bowman, Blair, Griffith, Murphy, Unrue, and President Dickey). The meeting covered routine approvals, councilmember announcements, updates on city projects, and a major vote on a sewer revenue bond. One member of the public spoke during non-agenda communications. Consent Calendar - Minutes Approval: The minutes from the April 6, 2026 meeting were approved unanimously by voice vote (motion by Mr. Phipps, second by Ms. Collier). Communications from Council (Community Updates & Reports) Councilmembers shared multiple community announcements and updates: - Mr. Unrue: Reminded residents of the Parks Department's summer youth baseball league (ages 5–8, $75/player, registration by May 17, assessment May 24 at Silver Street Park) and Touch a Truck event (Saturday, May 9, 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., 325 East Fourth Street, free). - Ms. Murphy: Reported on a volunteer session with Blessings in a Backpack at Reed Valley and promoted a fundraiser at Legacy Pizza (mention Blessings, 20% of sales donated). - Ms. Griffith: Shared highlights from the OneSI/Caesar Foundation luncheon: In 2025, six New Albany businesses received $251,000 in loans; year-to-date in 2026, four businesses received $180,000. Also announced four business expansions (three in New Albany adding $2.7 million in payroll) and five new attractions (one in New Albany, contributing $15.6 million in payroll, construction firm). - Mr. Boyd: Requested improvements to the council's Zoom system, noting difficulty hearing speakers at the podium or stand. Mentioned pending microphone replacement. - Ms. Coban: Announced multiple events on April 25: Pollinator Days at Purdue, drug take-back at Baptist Floyd Hospital, new pet microchip scanner at Mickey's on Vincent Street, and a document shredding day at the library. Expressed concern that the library board is considering closing its food pantry, calling it

The New Albany Historic Preservation Commission met on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at 7:00 PM at City Hall. The meeting addressed routine approvals, a Certificate of Appropriateness application for window replacement at a historic commercial building, enforcement updates, progress on the DePauw Avenue Conservation District and potential new designations, and the annual Facelift Awards process. Consent Calendar - Approval of Agenda: Unanimously approved as presented. - Approval of March Meeting Minutes: Unanimously approved as presented. - Financial Report: Held for next meeting (no new report provided). - Staff-Approved Certificate of Appropriateness Applications: The following applications were approved by staff and noted by the commission: - Resilience Properties (26 E. 3rd) – repair leaning masonry at southwest corner and repoint (discussed further under window application). - Statewide Mortgage (203-205 E. Market) – replace existing full-light metal front doors in kind. - Carbonneau (816 Cedar Bough) – re-roof house and garage. - Bowling (321 E. 9th) – replace rear wood privacy fence in kind; replace damaged siding and wooden sills on rear of house in kind. - Lifespring Health Systems (904 E. Spring) – replace rear wooden privacy fence, wooden ramp, and concrete walks and concrete curbing, all in kind. Public Comments & Testimony - No members of the public offered testimony during the Hearing of Visitors. One attendee indicated they were just observing. Discussion Items - Certificate of Appropriateness – Resilience Properties (26 E. 3rd Street): Applicant Chad McCormick proposed replacing all windows with new composite or clad-wood windows to unify the building's appearance after partial window replacements and deterioration. The building dates to the Civil War era and is adjacent to the Mount South Freedom Trail. The commission discussed the proposed six-over-six configuration, the treatment of atypical window openings near the front door, and potential future work on doors and the rear block addition. The applicant also raised the possibility of adding decorative star washers to the masonry repair but, after discussion, the commission preferred avoiding visible stars to prevent a cluttered appearance. The work was found compatible subject to conditions. - DePauw Avenue Conservation District: Administrator Renwick reported that progress is on hold due to pending litigation regarding an alley vacation (a property owner requested alley closure) and a preliminary hearing scheduled for next month. A potential representative for the district, Crystal, was introduced and will be briefed later. - Other Potential New District Designations: A meeting is scheduled for the Monday after Derby Day at 6:00 PM at Silver Heights camp (Camp Avenue) to discuss a potential conservation district for Silver Hills. The commission also considered a National Register nomination for the area as an alternative if local regulation is not desired. - Enforcement Update: Administrator Renwick sent letters to owners of properties at 916 East Market, 407 East 7th, 217 East 9th, 1217 East Main, 1206 East Main, 324 East 11th, and 1218 East Main (for re-roofing without a COA). The owner of 808 received a letter about railings but explained they were temporary for mobility. Other discussion included a decorative element at a house on Market Street, a house with blue paint, and ongoing maintenance issues. - Facelift Awards Discussion: The commission received 12 nominations for the annual Facelift Awards. Administrator Renwick will circulate photos and a list; members are to conduct drive-by reviews over the next month. The commission agreed to treat 213 and 223 Market Street (same owner) as separate properties due to different uses. Nominations are still open. Awards typically number 10–12. - CLG Reporting: Administrator Renwick reminded members to submit resumes (needed from a couple of new members) and any continuing education credits. The CLG report is due April 30, 2026. A webinar on economic impact studies for historic preservation is scheduled for Thursday, May 14, 2026, at 1:00 PM. The Northern Kentucky Restoration Weekend (April 25, 2026, in Newport, KY) was also highlighted. Key Outcomes - COA Approved: Resilience Properties’ application for window replacement at 26 E. 3rd Street was approved, subject to the condition that final window materials, design, and any deviations (including treatment of window openings near the front door) be reviewed and approved by staff. The masonry repair plan was approved as submitted, with the understanding that decorative star washers will not be added. - Enforcement: Letters have been sent; ongoing monitoring continues. - Facelift Awards: Nominations list will be circulated; members will review and narrow the list at the next meeting. - Silver Hills Meeting: Scheduled for the Monday after Derby Day at 6:00 PM; open to all. - CLG Reports: Due April 30; resumes and continuing education credits are requested.

The New Walden Redevelopment Commission met on April 14, 2026, at 5:00 PM (presumably local time) with members Terry Middleton, Bob Norwood, Daniel Guest Jr., Jimmy Collier, and Adam Diddy present. The meeting included approval of prior minutes, approval of a professional services agreement for the northern trail segment, approval of a claims worksheet, and announcements of upcoming ribbon cuttings. Discussion Items - Approval of March 24, 2026 Minutes: A motion was made to approve the minutes. The vote resulted in 3 ayes and 2 abstentions. The chair noted some confusion over the count but declared the motion carried. - Northern Segment Trail Professional Services Agreement: The commission considered a $154,000 agreement with HWC for bidding, construction administration, and inspection of the northern segment of the trail, which runs from Mount Taber Road to the Floyd-Clark county line. The design is complete and submitted to the DNR for final approval. The project includes 5 miles of trail (with 12.4 miles noted as outside city limits, though this may be a transcription error). The schedule anticipates bidding in May 2026, construction starting early summer, and completion by summer 2027. A motion to approve the agreement was made and seconded; all members voted aye, and the motion carried. - Claims Worksheet: A claims worksheet was presented, including payment to Clear Mac Construction for the southern segment trail, drawing down grant funds. The payout was noted as one of several (possibly five or six). A motion to approve the claims was made, seconded, and carried with all ayes. - Ribbon Cuttings: The commission announced two upcoming ribbon cuttings: one on Thursday evening at 4:30 PM on Black Swannel Road (location unspecified) and another on Friday at 2:00 PM on Grantline Road for Tip Top Car Wash. Additionally, a ribbon cutting for Cultivated Table and Sip House at 133 East Market Street was mentioned, originally scheduled for April 24 at 9:00 AM, but noted as having occurred the previous day. Key Outcomes - Approved minutes of March 24, 2026, with 3 ayes and 2 abstentions. - Approved the Northern Segment Trail Professional Services Agreement with HWC for $154,000, moving the project toward bidding in May 2026. - Approved the claims worksheet, including payment to Clear Mac Construction for the southern segment trail. - No other business was discussed, and the meeting adjourned.

The Board of Public Works and Safety met on April 14, 2026, to consider water main repair permits, a dispute over placing obstacles in the right-of-way, a road closure for a block party, special event permits, a railroad crossing improvement agreement, and updates on paving and the overlook. The board approved multiple items and deferred others for further investigation. Public Comments & Testimony - Ms. Pavey (resident at 1658 Silver Creek Dr.) requested permission to place stones and fiberglass markers at the edge of the road (right-of-way) to prevent vehicles from damaging her yard. She described ongoing problems with short-term rental guests of neighboring property driving onto her lawn, damage from utility trucks, and disputes with the neighbors, the Deals. She asked whether she could place barriers on her own property line if not allowed in the right-of-way. The board took the request under advisement. - Kimberly Leet-Diehl (neighbor at 1658 Silver Creek Dr., owner of short-term rentals) opposed the placement of obstacles in the right-of-way, arguing that the narrow 14-foot road requires the right-of-way for all vehicles (UPS, FedEx, utility trucks, guests). She stated her actions are legal and requested that the board keep the right-of-way open. She also suggested installing a “no turnaround” sign to reduce traffic. The board took her comments under advisement. - Representative from Heebs Birds Cafe (downtown New Albany) requested a road closure of 4th Street between Market and Main on Sunday, June 7, 2026, for a block party from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. The event would feature live music, cornhole, and shade canopies. He expressed concern about ongoing construction by MAC Construction. The board took the request under advisement pending consultation with Kevin from MAC Construction, citing safety concerns about uneven pavement. Discussion Items - Water Main Repair Permits – Pat Hauersperger of Dave O'Mara Contractors presented six emergency repair permits for Indiana American Water: 37 W. 5th St. (4x10 and 10x9 asphalt cuts), 2101 Reno Ave. (6x8 cut), 323 and 325 Woodrow Ave. (3x5 and 4x5 cuts), 1235 Slate Run Rd. (service and set replacement, cuts), 2773 Charlestown Rd. (4x4 concrete sidewalk cut), and 601 Mt. Tabor Rd. (10x10 asphalt cut). The board approved the permits without objection. Personnel changes were noted: Nathan Club's last day is May 1, replaced by John Weber. - Stone and Marker Placement Request – Ms. Pavey's request to place stones and orange fiberglass markers in the right-of-way was discussed. Board members expressed sympathy but noted the area is city right-of-way. They took the matter under advisement to research legality and property lines; no decision was made. - Road Closure Request for Block Party – Heebs Birds Cafe's request to close 4th Street was discussed. Board members raised safety concerns about construction. The board took it under advisement to coordinate with Kevin from MAC Construction to assess road condition and potential safety measures (e.g., road plattes). The cafe may consider postponing if unsafe. - Special Event Permits – Krystina Jarboe presented two permit requests: Arts Alliance: SoINTo Shakespeare – Performance of “Pericles the Prince of Tyre” at Bicentennial Park on Saturday, May 9, 2026 (rain date May 17), 11 a.m.–4 p.m., with play 2–3:30 p.m. Minimal props and sound system. Approved unanimously. New Albany Seventh Day Adventist Church: Faith in Motion 5K – Race at Amphitheater on Sunday, August 30, 2026, 6 a.m.–11 a.m., race 8–10 a.m. Includes tent, timing pad, generator, signs. No rain date. Approved unanimously. - Sidewalk and Railroad Grade Crossing Improvements Agreement – Larry Summers presented an agreement with Norfolk Southern Railroad for sidewalk improvements at 6th Street crossing to the greenway, not to exceed $179,319. A typographical error (“City of Albany”) was noted. The board approved the agreement subject to correction; the mayor (Mickey) will sign. - Paving Updates – Larry Summers reported that drainage improvements on Mount Tabor Road are nearly complete; alley milling work occurred on Monday; the 2026 paving contract is awardable and under legal review. Further updates pending. - Overlook Closure – A city official reported that the overlook (observation area) has been closed due to observed concrete cracking. Safety inspection is underway; the board was informed. Key Outcoes - Approved: - Six water main repair permits (no objection). - Special event permit for SoINTo Shakespeare (May 9/17). - Special event permit for Faith in Motion 5K (August 30). - Railroad crossing agreement ($179,319), subject to typo correction. - Claims and approval of minutes (unanimous). - Deferred/Taken Under Advisement: - Stone and marker placement request (Ms. Pavey) – pending further review. - Road closure request (Heebs Birds Cafe) – pending consultation with MAC Construction. - Other: The overlook closure announced for safety inspection; paving updates noted.