by Pam Williams
In November, citizens of the Town of Sheridan and Adams Township voted to consolidate the two governmental entities. The council now represents the entire township.
Here are the main takeaways from last week’s Sheridan Town Council meeting:
New firefighters/EMTs: Four new firefighter/EMTs were officially sworn in to help keep our town safe.
Reorganization updates: Lawyers are working with INDOT to figure out how much local money is needed for the 236th Street road project.
Board appointments: Steve Hall, Parvin Gillim, and Tom Davis joined the Fire Merit Board. Tom Davis was also added to the Advisory Plan Commission board.
Summer road projects: The council received some bids, but more are expected. They agreed to let Banning Engineering choose the lowest bid that meets the requirements.
Monon Trail update: Phase 2 (extending the trail 1.1 miles north to the Hamilton/Boone county line, completing the trail within Hamilton County) is on hold because of the recent bad weather.
New road signs: New signs are going up at 236th Street and Six Points Road. These will have spinners to help catch drivers' attention and improve safety.
Public relations services: Veteran Strategies Inc. offered to handle public relations for the town for six months at $4,500 per month. The council approved the contract.
Employee benefits update: The council decided that if a town employee passes away, their unused vacation and personal time will be paid to their family.
Attorney report: The Fire Merit Board rules were shared with the fire department and new board members. A demand letter was sent to Calumet about the White Street project.
Other Updates
People on Facebook have been asking about trash pickup in the Rural District. President DeVaney said that the reorganization was meant to keep the same services, and trash pickup will not be added at this time.
The Comprehensive Plan is open for bids.
Premier Audio is bidding on equipment needed to start broadcasting public meetings by July 1.
Builders want to develop in Sheridan, but no new homes will be approved until the Comprehensive Plan is finished, according to President DeVaney.
Pam Williams pointed out that the Rural District is no longer covered by the county’s contract with the Humane Society of Hamilton County. Daniel Bragg will look into the issue with her.
Andy Cook congratulated Sheridan on completing the reorganization.
Monon Meets Main met on Wednesday at 6 PM this week.
Next meeting: The next town council meeting will be on March 4th at 6 PM at the Sheridan Community Center, 300 E. 6th St.
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