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City of La Porte Common Council Meeting - 07/06/2026
Published: Jul 6, 2026
Four-Way Stop to Be Established at Rumley Street and Jefferson Avenue for Improved Safety
The council held the second and final reading for an ordinance to establish a four-way stop at the intersection of Rumley Street and Jefferson Avenue. Currently, it is a two-way stop. The change is intended to improve safety at the intersection, where Jefferson Avenue is wider and has a curve, making it potentially unsafe.
LePort Assembly of God Church Petitions for Voluntary Annexation of 15 Acres for Light Industrial Zoning
The LePort Assembly of God Church submitted a petition for voluntary annexation of approximately 15 acres of land located at East Boyd Boulevard, LePort, Indiana. The land is currently zoned as agricultural by LePort County and the petitioner requests it be rezoned to M1 light industrial. The property was previously considered as part of the Microsoft project but had to be annexed separately due to its location west of the main Microsoft site. The annexation process will involve a public hearing on August 3rd, a recommendation from the Plan Commission on August 11th, and a final decision by the City Council on August 17th. Microsoft representatives are expected to be present at subsequent meetings. The 15-acre parcel is intended to serve as a buffer for other developments in the area.
No Parking Zone Established on Tyler Street to Address Safety Concerns After Bank Reconstruction
The council approved an ordinance establishing a no-parking zone on both sides of Tyler Street, from Jefferson Avenue to Maple Avenue. This measure was prompted by safety concerns arising after a bank reconstructed its site layout, creating a safety issue between parked cars and vehicles exiting the bank's parking lot. An accident involving a contractor occurred due to this situation.
City Establishes Four 'Ready 2.0' Grant Funds for Housing and Development Initiatives
The City of LePort established four 'Ready 2.0' grant funds through a resolution to facilitate grant document provisions and process invoices/receipts. These funds are related to the Indiana Housing Initiative and the Regional Economic Acceleration and Development Initiative (READI 2.0). The specific funds are for the Advantics project (affordable housing), the downtown neighborhood reinvestment initiative, the new YMCA site, and the old YMCA site (earmarked for affordable senior housing). Funding amounts were pre-approved by the IEDC.
Residents Voice Concerns Over Police Staffing, Fireworks, and Reckless Driving
Several residents expressed concerns about public safety, specifically regarding the increase in annexed land and businesses versus the number of police officers, the ongoing issue of fireworks, and speeding vehicles. One resident highlighted that despite an increase in officers, the current deployment is insufficient for the growing city and annexed areas, particularly when responding to domestic violence calls. Another resident detailed a chaotic and dangerous fireworks display in her neighborhood, and expressed frustration with the lack of response from code enforcement and the police, noting that other cities are banning fireworks. A third resident described pervasive speeding and reckless driving at intersections, leading to a feeling of unsafety and fear of accidents, advocating for increased police presence and ticketing. The council acknowledged these concerns, noting efforts to raise police pay, the challenges faced by officers, and the availability of call service data.
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