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Lowell Town Council/Worksession 06/08/2026
Published: Jun 8, 2026
Sewer Issues Persist; Road Projects Delayed by Weather
The town is facing ongoing sewer issues, including a damaged sewer line from Ms. Pat's property that required replacement. The wastewater treatment plant has had its aerators ordered but is awaiting delivery. The EQ basin project is nearing completion, which will allow for the closing of an agreed order. Additionally, road projects on Woodland and Oakley are experiencing delays due to rain and underlying soil conditions. On Woodland, the underground crew is expected to start excavating and laying stone, while Oakley is undergoing sewer line replacement, causing temporary disruptions.
Executive Session Scheduled; Fire Department Service Discussion Continues
The council plans to hold an executive session on July 13th to discuss documents related to Task Order 22, which involves a multi-part project with a two-year construction timeline. The town attorney has received document dumps and anticipates a second one by the end of the month, necessitating the executive session for a thorough review. The council also discussed the need for a formal agreement on fire department services with townships, with Cedar Creek Township showing support, while others need further discussion on contracting and costs. The town is exploring restructuring its fire department from a 501c4 to a 501c3 to access more funding opportunities and grants.
Council Discusses Financing for Maintenance Facility and Road Projects
The council is preparing to write bonds for the maintenance building and PD financing, with closing scheduled for June 24th for the first part of the maintenance facility project (2026A). The town is also discussing potential funding mechanisms, including a wheel tax, to meet grant requirements for road projects. The Community Crossings Matching Grant requires local funding, and a wheel tax is seen as a way to generate the necessary match, as the town has been using other funds for this purpose. Neighboring communities like Munster have a wheel tax, while others like St. John use impact payments. Highland and Hamilton are considering implementing a wheel tax.
Town Council Considers Eminent Domain for Freedom Trail Acquisition
The council is considering authorizing the town attorney to proceed with an eminent domain action for parcels two and eight, and a quiet title action for parcel nine, which is an unplatted street. These actions are necessary to acquire land for the Freedom Trail property acquisition project, as negotiations with the current owners have stalled past the offer timeframe. The project is on a timeline with a letting scheduled for February and construction starting the following summer. The town is also acquiring other parcels for this project, with closings handled by the NDOT buyer.
Council Tackles Sidewalk Vehicle Regulations and Noise Ordinance
The council reviewed ordinance 7301 regarding bicycles and motorcycles on sidewalks, noting that current enforcement is difficult due to the variety of propelled vehicles. An incident involving two girls on electric scooters resulted in a crash, highlighting the need for clearer definitions and enforcement. The discussion included the complexities of regulating e-scooters, e-bikes, and other personal transportation devices, with suggestions to create a chart for officers. The town is also considering modifying the noise ordinance to address contractor work hours. Separately, a donation of commercial gym equipment was received, and the town is considering converting a storage room into a cardio room to accommodate it.
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