City staff presents Greater Lafayette Climate Action Plan 2025 annual report; officials cite progress on 70% of actions Haley Griffey of the Department of Economic Development presented the Greater Lafayette Climate Action Plan 2025 annual report, reporting progress on 50 of 71 actions (about 70%) and outlining four focus areas — energy, transportation, agriculture/forestry, and water/waste. Staff noted funding pauses at the federal level for some programs and highlighted local education and pilot initiatives.

The Greater Lafayette Climate Action Plan has made remarkable strides, with 70% of its initiatives already underway, paving the way for a sustainable future!

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Lafayette City council approves 2026 water and Renew budgets just under $100 million The Lafayette City Council approved Resolution 01-2026 to adopt the 2026 water and Renew (stormwater/wastewater) budgets, together described as just under $100 million, including a proposed 3% employee pay increase; lead service-line replacements were noted as funded separately.

Lafayette City Council has greenlit a nearly $100 million budget for 2026, featuring a 3% raise for employees and crucial funding for lead service line replacements!

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Lafayette Water Works approves on-call agreement, disinfection design task order and lead-line extension The board approved a 2026 master on-call services agreement with Wessler Engineering, a task order to design a switch to purchased sodium hypochlorite and to add booster-station disinfection (pending IDEM permitting), and an amendment extending the lead service-line replacement contract to April 26 with no additional cost.

Lafayette City is making waves with a new water agreement and a major upgrade to its disinfection system—find out how this will impact your water quality!

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Lafayette to lead inspection work on joint emergency-vehicle signal preemption project Lafayette staff briefed the board on a joint Lafayette–West Lafayette traffic-signal emergency-vehicle preemption project; the board approved an LPA-format inspection services contract with American Structure Point and an MOU amendment splitting inspection costs ($69,660.94 Lafayette; $47,467.95 West Lafayette).

Lafayette is stepping up to lead a crucial traffic-signal project that prioritizes emergency vehicles—find out how this initiative is set to change response times in the community!

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Developer: rezoning aims to clear way for $400 million plant and about 190 jobs On first reading, an attorney for Primary Products Ingredients Americas LLC asked council to rezone roughly 47 acres to I‑3 to permit a new plant next to its existing campus; the attorney cited a >$400,000,000 investment and about 190 jobs and said the project has planning commission support.

A $400 million manufacturing plant could soon transform 47 acres in Lafayette, bringing nearly 190 jobs to the community!

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Board approves Sagamore Parkway Trail change order, finalizes related project closeouts The Lafayette City Board of Works approved a contingent change order that reduces the Sagamore Parkway Trail contract by $413,812 after a switch from steel to wood handrail, and approved final completion for two road and trail projects, with the Sagamore final completion contingent on a signed change order.

Lafayette's City Board just approved a game-changing $413,812 reduction for the Sagamore Parkway Trail project by switching from steel to wood handrails, paving the way for exciting improvements ahead!

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Lafayette approves CDBG awards and first round of opioid-response grants to local nonprofits The board approved multiple CDBG contracts (Food Finders, Meals on Wheels, SHARP) and a slate of opioid-response awards to local nonprofits totaling multiple six-figure commitments to support recovery services, housing mitigation, prevention and a school mental-health coordinator.

Lafayette City board just approved crucial funding for community grants, supporting nutritious meals, opioid recovery, and housing for those in need!

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Lafayette approves 9th Street drainage contract amendment and authorizes bids for multiple public works projects The city approved a $29,000 amendment to the 9th Street drainage and sidewalk contract, authorized advertising for a 2026 utility-emergency repairs program and the Steel Site Road intersection project, and approved Lafayette Renew92s sewer rehab advertisement.

Lafayette City just approved a $29,000 amendment for major improvements on 9th Street, paving the way for multiple exciting public works projects!

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Lafayette City approves four project completions, housing budget increases, fuel-hedge resolution and $6.24M in claims The council approved certificates of completion for four construction projects, authorized participation in a state fuel-hedge program, approved budget increases for two Lafayette Housing Authority homes after unexpected deep lateral work, accepted substantial and final completion for a Lafayette Renew project, and approved claims totaling $6,239,⁠

Lafayette City just approved a wave of significant projects and budget increases, totaling over $6.2 million, including certificates for completed public works and a strategic fuel-hedge program for 2026!

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Tapingham County Council Passes Zoning Ordinance to Limit Gas Station Locations Council adopts zoning amendment restricting gas stations in central and neighborhood business zones.

Lafayette City Council is taking a bold step to reshape the future of gas stations, limiting their locations to protect community safety and character!

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City Board Approves $274K Funding for South Ninth Street Project and Approves Claims City board approves supplemental agreement for South Ninth Street project funding and claims.

Lafayette is gearing up for a transformative future with a $274K boost for the Ninth Street project and exciting new developments on the horizon!

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City Council Approves $28K Change Order for Bison Financial Building Repairs Council endorses additional funding for unforeseen construction costs at Bison Financial Building.

Lafayette's Redevelopment Commission just approved over $28K for vital construction changes, paving the way for stronger local business support and infrastructure improvements!

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City Council Approves $319K State Grant for Police Department Housing Initiative Council approves state grant for police housing program with 25% local match required.

Lafayette's Board of Public Works just approved a $319K grant to enhance housing stability, paving the way for 28 new units in our community!

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Residents Demand Action on Sidewalk Safety and Traffic Issues at City Council Meeting Community members advocate for improved sidewalk accessibility and traffic safety measures.

Lafayette residents are raising their voices for immediate action on dangerous sidewalks and traffic chaos, demanding safer streets for their families.

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