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- Approval of minutes (meeting of 02/03/2025): Motion to approve carried by unanimous voice vote. (Mover recorded as Councilor Freeman; second recorded as Councilor James.)

- Signing of vouchers and approval of claims and authorizations of payment (roll call): The council proceeded to a roll-call vote; the record shows an 8–1 result with Councilor Wells recorded as the lone nay. The vote text and voucher details were not read in full on the transcript; the motion and second are recorded prior to the roll call.

- Move vouchers to next council meeting: A motion to move specified vouchers to the next meeting was made and seconded; the council voted unanimously to table those vouchers.

- Proposal Number 1, 2025 (salary ordinance corrections for police and fire): Council approved the ordinance by unanimous vote. Councilor Robinson moved and Councilor Jennings seconded the adoption.

Each item above appears in the official meeting record; the transcript captures motions, seconds and vote tallies as noted but does not include the full voucher lists or ordinance text in the public record excerpt.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Lawrence City Common Council 2.19.25","oneSentenceSummary","At the Lawrence Common Council meeting, the council approved minutes, recorded a roll-call vote on vouchers and claims (8–1), moved a set of vouchers to the next meeting by unanimous consent, and adopted Proposal Number 1 (salary ordinance corrections) unanimously.","taxTitle","Lawrence City, Marion County, Indiana","taxId",60934,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6031674,"Neighbor raises health and property-value concerns over proposed 47-foot communications tower",256,1942000,2198000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5469373-2ddbe41e62024b3217fdace417c269a8&start=1942&end=2198","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5469373-2ddbe41e62024b3217fdace417c269a8/thumbnail_1942000.jpg","/articles/6031674/Lawrence-City/Marion-County/Indiana/Neighbor-raises-health-and-property-value-concerns-over-proposed-47-foot-communications-tower","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6031674-48e5262171ec21835b99594930fd47fe/orig.mp4?Expires=1771161710&Signature=frAPmm1OGibnJxoA9sBs1z-n6lxCk0RSewaVOIBTcuIG08oMVmOwZP66SQ6gOoH3ukNu3gMA4se8Blln2P3VXUAbVb273lxwrWfyfapAPgu7ST9GlcCMxF3eYYotrS17nOlaFJylh2Sv2oFbtDLUaxv9sdKQbbFr2OB~JnYxOpgVPzrpVMzk87YgQQIEdoe4t0LC3unOuGWJslU-kQ9yScAOtpvz~9jZyqY78FV4mHdsuwRYazl8UYwzacbzpsCrq4QEa7Vf4sMRT96h0Jhcyq7iV3PLx4BdkRQaY3UxmhZJz2ZdT0hLmyJ94Yqo2IEjomk~xQQJgA-zsPME3cbaAg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Charles Knapp, a Lawrence resident, asked the council to scrutinize a permit application for a proposed 47-foot communications tower near Sunnyside, saying such structures can reduce nearby property values and raise health concerns.

Knapp said he had spoken to a realtor who told him “those types of structures in neighborhoods do reduce the value of property,” and he handed out materials to the council. He expressed concern about recent studies he said show non-thermal biological effects from electromagnetic radiation, saying the studies “point to adverse biological effects of EMR” and listed possible outcomes cited in his materials, including cognitive and developmental concerns.

Knapp also raised technical and site concerns: he said a 47-foot tower would require either a 15-by-15-foot or 18-by-18-foot foundation depending on soil, but the utility easement behind affected houses is about 7 feet wide, and he questioned how the developer would meet foundation requirements without affecting groundwater or natural springs.

Knapp said he had discussed permitting with building official Renee and asked the council to consider the materials when the permit is submitted to the building department. The tower proposal was not before the council for a vote; Knapp’s remarks were recorded during the citizens comment portion of the meeting.","A resident told the council that a proposed 47-foot communications tower near Sunnyside could lower property values and cited recent studies he said show biological effects from electromagnetic radiation; he also questioned foundation footprint and potential impacts on natural springs.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6031680,"Police chief says department’s internal affairs reviewing circulating video; involved officers on administrative leave",193,1720000,1913000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5469373-2ddbe41e62024b3217fdace417c269a8&start=1720&end=1913","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5469373-2ddbe41e62024b3217fdace417c269a8/thumbnail_1720000.jpg","/articles/6031680/Lawrence-City/Marion-County/Indiana/Police-chief-says-departments-internal-affairs-reviewing-circulating-video-involved-officers-on-administrative-leave","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6031680-beda6365472525138d89fe15c044a588/orig.mp4?Expires=1771161710&Signature=WAQBD31jqPaB8dHuY5BikYnE88GISR8KHEAV~1F28qh040mSehzUUmeR5BjPnOh~7RnZYYHCbSU6aOnpj7kMmA2~TfCMxtQGqXY543CkFgQi9hmReYQksePSj6JZX1xWWVRMgINfjlqSKk9KbpYS~iT6jNfLyT3BU5aFb9J55wkRlJMBztNMMNTIU-z7rwVQQs4uSf~oAR8urA8Hnm1WmR8r1ahQEWdEoqxj9S5HrUys4t8fej7rpNdTJeXZ2iS-pkFkidL0dPn69nfI6IuLtpiJh~XXmCu51NrgrLWNkQ7FcnIqvyJQy5OmZooQs2zNl407cJtCGnedh1o2c~v8Nw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Police Chief Bigsby informed the Common Council that a recent social media video showing an interaction between a law enforcement officer and a civilian is under investigation by the department’s internal affairs division.

Chief Bigsby read a prepared statement saying the department “is aware of the recent video circulating on social media” and that the matter “is currently under investigation by our department's internal affairs division in accordance with agency protocols.” He said the department aims for a “thorough and impartial review” and will release updates as permitted by law.

When asked whether the officer or officers involved are on administrative leave, Chief Bigsby confirmed they are. The chief asked for the public’s patience while investigators review body-worn camera footage, witness statements and other evidence and encouraged anyone with information to come forward.

No formal action or vote was recorded on the matter during the meeting; the chief said the department will provide updates “as things become available and are allowed by law.”","Police Chief Bigsby told the council the department’s internal affairs division is investigating a video circulating on social media and that involved officer(s) are on administrative leave; the chief said the department will release information as allowed by law.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6031682,"Council reviews plan to void outstanding checks, refers matter to finance committee",545,1115000,1660000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5469373-2ddbe41e62024b3217fdace417c269a8&start=1115&end=1660","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5469373-2ddbe41e62024b3217fdace417c269a8/thumbnail_1115000.jpg","/articles/6031682/Lawrence-City/Marion-County/Indiana/Council-reviews-plan-to-void-outstanding-checks-refers-matter-to-finance-committee","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6031682-24149d36ddd72da0b7c66c4f72e8e388/orig.mp4?Expires=1771161710&Signature=QU4DNlaCw7h65B3vDsfYXpHuR8AWPYL1j2asaQbRy0Y7YlPGhXncSNEalCohIfinqHJmftQt9A5aK5xGL0BHeSQypA~UAJiAbX4TNI-c8p4j85VFTobTUWRfPQOVnmozHnFSv~69zS9E-G1-jnsIGaTJdbGEPBJdgS65BCLvO0uF4w2L4nSDw5fcuArgKT~3k2yTIt-P--2yFsX8HsFfE3kX-nZ~EjLVh1vYcXVK4DsrSUqneKFj~Xh3tEaKo7mNuoNGO2YL8ejuOcM0eb-ex33ZXQwlieFxtlvxSlTiTex8B~4niUIghxrg9TcdL8vhM-gDQCR0ViMfa7ZKc992OQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","A controller’s office representative asked the Common Council to approve voiding outstanding checks issued before Dec. 31, 2022, to align with State Board of Accounts guidance and statute, and the council agreed to refer the matter to the administration budget and finance committee for further review.

The controller’s representative said the request aligns with SBOA and state statute and cited the relevant code while asking the council to “void outstanding checks issued by the controller's office before 12/31/2022.” The staff presentation noted the city’s internal stale-check policy effective June 2017 and indicated most items on the provided list appeared to be duplicates or expired checks.

Councilors questioned what would happen to funds after voiding. One councilor asked whether the city should make a “good faith effort” to contact potential payees or heirs before treating the amounts as unclaimed, saying she did not “feel right about putting people's money to the bottom line without making some sort of good faith effort.” The controller’s representative said the city had no intent to retain the funds as general revenue and would seek the state’s interpretation about reissuing or routing funds to the attorney general’s unclaimed-property processes.

Councilors also asked whether any items on the list — including entries for banks and Marion County Superior Court — might be excluded and whether funds could be placed in a suspense account pending clarification. The controller’s representative and other staff acknowledged those follow-up questions and the need to check exclusions and logistics before final disposition.

Council President directed the administration to refer the item to the administration budget and finance committee for further discussion and follow-up with the State Board of Accounts and legal counsel.","The controller's office asked the council to void outstanding checks issued before Dec. 31, 2022, citing state guidance; councilors pressed for clarification on reissuing payments, potential unclaimed property rules, and whether banks or courts are excluded. The item was referred to the administration budget and finance committee for follow-up.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6031683,"Lawrence council adopts ordinance to correct 2025 police and fire salary listings",158,949000,1107000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5469373-2ddbe41e62024b3217fdace417c269a8&start=949&end=1107","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5469373-2ddbe41e62024b3217fdace417c269a8/thumbnail_949000.jpg","/articles/6031683/Lawrence-City/Marion-County/Indiana/Lawrence-council-adopts-ordinance-to-correct-2025-police-and-fire-salary-listings","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6031683-9ce4f83ee8449c3e915b4b1d8b7267c6/orig.mp4?Expires=1771161710&Signature=n71d2~NeA3smaTR2lCfJQ~3pa5Zn4wo1E36d2ndCTsJtUQFh~lbCl1TaqD4dpXk~GHkONAHwWejmzcJA~j4xX3tkPvnDrJZcOtG7pPt7hXW6dEBvCVKju~isr5QmZd-DKhvD8X4FddXNtMGSxprbCm6uXGwOKe3OpzMVAxc7GZ7rI72tgpnFt9mI0syphAKvtW4hDfmstYfan1Kxv6jYrU~QZmbxG-wvf655UUoMIgxHt~MuX0vvcEQ62OSwaaw4CD2yDigtyz5qlPRMjFYu059AVHjpJxT3To2Z4LqdLoRlFOJV~jaZasItX39tAHFx-5HYY-vVl5JESqYu1YOWDg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Common Council of the City of Lawrence, Indiana, voted unanimously to adopt Proposal Number 1, 2025, an ordinance amending the salary ordinance to include appointed police and fire officer entries omitted in the earlier posting.

Councilors approved the ordinance after the public safety committee gave a favorable recommendation and city staff told the council the corrections reflect items already budgeted under the collective bargaining agreement (CBA).

City legal counsel Michael Allen confirmed a review had been completed. An administration staff member told the council, “No. They’re not not giving wages. This is already budgeted for, based off the CBA. Some things were left off of on left off and not put on the salary ordinance after review.” The ordinance language states the amendments “shall be effective immediately upon adoption.”

During public comment, resident Daniel Rapp raised budget and timing concerns, asking whether the budget had originally included the omitted amounts and pressing about retroactive pay: “My question is for the for the police. What about the 6 weeks between January and 19 February? It's retro pay in this proposal.” Rapp also noted the mayor’s signature timing, saying the mayor “will not sign it prior to 19 February.”

Councilor Robinson moved to adopt the ordinance; Councilor Jennings seconded. The motion passed by unanimous vote.

The council record shows the measure was introduced at the February 3, 2025 meeting and returned with a favorable recommendation from the public safety committee. The ordinance text and any implementing pay calculations were not printed in full in the public meeting transcript.","The Lawrence Common Council unanimously approved an ordinance to fix omissions in the 2025 salary ordinance for police and fire personnel; city staff said the changes were already budgeted and based on the collective bargaining agreement, while a resident speaker raised questions about retroactive pay timing.","actionData","errors"]

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Votes at a glance: minutes approved; vouchers and salary ordinance actions recorded

Neighbor raises health and property-value concerns over proposed 47-foot communications tower

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Council reviews plan to void outstanding checks, refers matter to finance committee

Lawrence council adopts ordinance to correct 2025 police and fire salary listings