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6/22/2026 City Council
Published: Jun 22, 2026
Mayor Highlights Free Swim Nights, Bicentennial Events, and Special Documentary Screening
Mayor Matt Getts provided an update on various community events and activities. These include free swim nights every Tuesday at the pool in partnership with the Jackson County Health Department, regular pool hours (noon-5:00 PM daily), and upcoming events celebrating America's 250th birthday. Noteworthy events include a scavenger hunt, 'Cars and Guitars,' and 'Power of the Praise Worship Night.' A special free screening of the award-winning documentary 'The Best We've Got' about Carl Erskine, a former Brooklyn Dodger and advocate for special needs individuals, will be held on Sunday, June 28th, at 7 PM at Showplace Cinema. Filmmaker Ted Green will be present for a Q&A. The event aims to highlight changing perspectives on raising and supporting individuals with special needs.
Council Debates Rezoning for Industrial Development East of US 50
The Seymour Common Council considered a rezoning request to change property from RS (Residential Single-Family) to I2 (Industrial) located east of US Highway 50 in Seymour, Indiana. The Planning and Zoning Committee recommended approval with a favorable vote of 8-0. Concerns were raised by surrounding neighbors regarding traffic patterns and lighting. Blair Carmino of Becknell Properties presented the rezoning proposal, explaining that the property is currently agricultural and intended for Class A industrial use, which includes pre-cast concrete or tilt-wall buildings. They agreed to self-impose restrictions against data centers and junkyards. Becknell emphasized their commitment to meeting or exceeding codes for landscaping, screening, and stormwater management, with stormwater systems designed to return flow to pre-development conditions. The company is seeking zoning to attract tenants quickly, aiming for a 12-15 month development timeframe. Sample site plans showed potential for one large building or multiple smaller buildings. The location's proximity to US 50, US 31, and major interstates was highlighted as a key advantage. Alternative residential or commercial zoning was deemed to have a higher traffic impact. Concerns from resident Sharon Cameron included potential disruption to the nearby wildlife refuge due to lights and noise, impact on property values of adjacent homes, and increased traffic. Becknell addressed lighting by stating that all exterior lights would be shielded, motion-sensored where possible, and illumination at the property line would be zero, meeting strict city codes. Environmental impact studies (Phase I ESA, wetland, cultural resource) would be conducted before any ground-breaking. The council amended the ordinance to explicitly exclude junkyards as a permitted use, passing the amendment and the ordinance on first reading. Becknell acknowledged that future development decisions depend on market demand and tenant acquisition, and that unforeseen issues during studies could lead to project abandonment, leaving the property zoned I2.
Chief Clarifies Regulations on Low-Speed Vehicles (LSVs) vs. Golf Carts
Council Member Hubard inquired about the increasing presence of golf carts in town and the regulations surrounding them, asking Chief O'Brien to clarify which are legal and which are not. Chief O'Brien explained that Indiana law permits 'low-speed vehicles' (LSVs), which may resemble golf carts but are distinct. LSVs have a VIN, must be street legal with safety features (brakes, lights, windshield), and are restricted to streets with speed limits of 35 MPH or less. They are purchased as LSVs and cannot be converted from golf carts. LSVs are licensed by the state and require car seats and seat belts for occupants, including minors. The city cannot enact stricter regulations than the state regarding LSVs but can prohibit golf carts and side-by-sides (regulated by DNR). LSVs can operate on any street below 35 MPH, including portions of US 50, Airport Road, and Burkart Road up to where speeds increase. Violators caught on roads over 35 MPH receive a ticket. Hospital shuttles are also examples of LSVs.
Council Addresses Traffic Concerns and Approves Handicap Parking
During the Thorofare and Drainage Committee report, concerns about traffic issues on Springer Road and parking issues at Second and Poplar Street were discussed, with no action taken at this time. A separate ordinance was introduced concerning handicap parking in front of Redeemer Church on Walnut Street. Later in the meeting, the council discussed and approved on first reading an ordinance (Ordinance 13, Council Bill 31) to amend Chapter 75, Schedule 3 of the Seymour City Code to add two handicap parking spots on the east side of Walnut Street in front of Redeemer Church. The church has already installed a curb cut and a handicap ramp to the building's front.
Resident Urges Council to Re-enable Social Media Comments for Transparency
During the miscellaneous section of the meeting, a resident raised concerns about the city's social media pages (City Hall, Seymour Department of Public Works, SPD, Jackson County Prosecutor's Office) having comments turned off. The resident argued that this prevents open dialogue and community problem-solving, suggesting that comments should be enabled to foster transparency and allow for public feedback and 'outrage' to be heard. The city representative explained that comments were disabled due to the spread of misinformation and hate speech, and that the city still has the ability to share information while controlling the comment section. They stated that the city does not plan to turn comments back on in the near future, citing ongoing issues with hate and disrespect even when comments are disabled early on posts. The resident expressed frustration, feeling that the city was hiding something by not allowing comments.
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