Commissioners present for the meeting were Garry L. Mitchell Sr. and Holt L. Edinger. Charles G. Peller, Tim Smith and Frank R. Harris were absent.

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1 REGULAR MEETING, BOARD OF SANITARY DISTRICT COMMISSIONERS WEDNESDAY. MARCH 28, :00 P.M E. EIGHTH STREET The meeting was called to order at 4:00 p.m. in the Board Room of the Administration Building, 1100 E. Eighth Street, by President Garry L. Mitchell Sr. Commissioners present for the meeting were Garry L. Mitchell Sr. and Holt L. Edinger. Charles G. Peller, Tim Smith and Frank R. Harris were absent. Staff present for the meeting were: Michael P. Kuss, General Manager Scott Kistler, Financial Manager Milorad Milatovic, Water Reclamation Superintendent Rachel McCline, Receptionist/Dispatcher John Gorczyca, District Engineer James B. Meyer, Legal Counsel Also present for the meeting were: John Doyle, John A. Doyle & Associates Bruce Woodruff, Woodruff & Sons Inc. Ed A. Byers, Woodruff & Sons Inc. Dan McCoy, McCoy & Associates ALCO TV Attorney Meyer advised that with no quorum, the Board wouldn't be able to vote on anything. Public Comment None Financial Report As of February 28, 2018 Operating Fund: $1,272, Improvement Fund: $841, Vehicle Replacement Fund: $252, Equipment Replacement Fund: $923, Indian Springs Project Fund: $10, Whippoorwill Project Fund: $ SRF Debt Reserve Fund: $480, SRF Bond & Interest Fund: $47, Storm Water Fund: $335, Refuse Fund: $779, Special Revenue Fund: $16, Levy Excess Fund: $8, Rainy Day Fund: $81,307.78

2 Page 2 of 6 Mr. Kistler reported that the Board of Works approved the purchase of the Tyler Technologies New World Utility Program Billing Module. Mr. Kistler added that the City of Michigan City has agreed to pay for the implementation costs. The Sanitary District has agreed to pay the annual cost in the amount of $28, and the City will pay the implementation cost in the amount of $92, The Board thanked Mr. Kistler for his report. Diaester Electrical Quotes Marquiss Electric - Michigan City, Indiana: $83, Mr. Kuss advised that the Sanitary District Officials plan to review this quote, and have a recommendation at the next Board Meeting. Safety Report Mr. McCoy reported that in the month of February 201 8, there were no recordable injuries or illnesses in the Water Reclamation and Refuse Departments. Mr. McCoy advised that Sanitary District Officials have completed the Tier 2 Emergency and Hazardous Chemical Inventory. Regarding the Personal Protective Equipment Program, Mr. McCoy mentioned that modifications to the program will be forthcoming. Mr. Kuss reported that one of the Refuse Garbage trucks accidently damaged a house and a hydraulic hose leaked from one of the Refuse trucks, wasting nearly 20 gallons of hydraulic fluid. Mr. Kuss noted that both incidents were reported to the Sanitary District's insurance company. John A. Doyle & Associate Regarding the South Side U.S. Highway 12 West of Meer Road Sanitary Sewer Extension Project, Mr. Doyle reported that a Notice to Proceed has been issued. Mr. Doyle advised that there is a Pay Request from John A. Doyle & Associates for inspections services on the Fir Street Alley Project in the amount of $4, Mr. Doyle added that this project is complete with respect to landscaping and paving. DLZ Engineering Regarding the Smith Valley Lift Station Project, Mr. Kuss reported that DLZ will need to review vegetation and install trench drains.

3 Page 3 of 6 Regarding the Lakeland Triangle Lift Station Project, Mr. Kuss reported that the project is in submittal/shop drawing review phase. Regarding the Krueger Lift Station Project, Mr. Kuss advised that DLZ received approval of PER Amendment to us remaining funds for equipment within the next week. Installation of insertion valves on force main expected on. This project is currently in submittal/shop drawing review phase. Long Beach Sewer Connection Mr. Kuss advised that the Town of Long Beach has contacted the Sanitary District on several occasions wanting to tie into Michigan City's sewer along Lakeshore Drive and the south side of Lakeshore Drive. Mr. Kuss noted that the Sanitary District received a proposal for Haas & Associates to perform a capacity study, not to exceed $24, Mr. Kuss added that the original proposal was in the amount of $14, Attorney Meyer advised that the agreement between the Town of Long Beach and the Sanitary District states that Long Beach will reimburse the Sanitary District later. Attorney Meyer explained that contract will be signed with Haas & Associates, LLC and they will also be paid by the Sanitary District. County 300 N/US 421 Sewer Connection - Flow Capacity Analysis Mr. Kuss advised that the LaPorte County Redevelopment Commission has decided that they are going to seek a Bond to install water and sanitation at this location. Mr. Kuss noted that the Sanitary District would first need to test for capacity purposes. Mr. Kuss reported that there is no decision regarding who will own the sewer at this time. Mr. Kuss noted that Haas & Associates, LLC submitted a Capacity Study Proposal in the amount of $6, Energy Savings Project - Blowers and Lighting Mr. Kuss advised that the new blowers have been delivered and positioned into place. The piping work is ongoing and nearing completion. The Electrical components have been received and should be installed within the next few weeks. The startup of the new systems should be in April or May Mr. Kuss reported that the Lighting project is estimated at 95% complete.

4 Page 4 of 6 Diaester Electricat/Gas Project Mr. Kuss advised that the project is now broken into two (2) phases. I) Digester Huts in buildings 1 and 2 require gas detection. II) Lab Digester Building requires ground level repairs. Mr. Kuss reported that the Sanitary District has completed the Gas Insertion Flow Meter. Mr. Kuss added that the Sanitary District has received quotes on for the installation of the Digester Electrical Components. Storm Water Detention Basin Identification Project Mr. Kuss advised that Haas & Associates, LLC completed the project on February 28, Mr. Kuss reported that the next step is to rate each basin to determine which ones need the most attention. Building Needs Assessment- No updates. Lafayette Barker Sewer Separation Project - No updates. Blue SWAG - Board advised to review attached report. Karwick Dump Site/Nature Park Mr. Kuss reported that the design is approximately 70% complete. The field work for supplemental surveying is substantially complete. Mr. Kuss mentioned that he attended a meeting with the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) on March 20, 2018 to discuss habitat restoration. Cheney Run Wetland Project Mr. Kuss advised that the Sanitary District sent for Request for Proposals (RFPs) for an Advisory Consultant to develop the Drafting of the RFP. The drafts were reviewed on February 28, Mr. Kuss reported that Cardno and Geosyntech were the two candidates to perform the development. The Sanitary District decided to offer the proposal to Geosyntech. U.S. Highway 20 Sanitation Sewer Project Mr. Kuss advised that the final Annexation has not yet been received by the Sanitary District.

5 Page 5 of 6 Refuse Tonnage Report Mr. Kuss reported that the Refuse Department disposed 542 tons of compact waste, and 287 tons of loose waste in the month of February Boom Mower Purchase Mr. Kuss advised that upon review of the quotes, the Boom Mower from EKA, through GSA contract was decided on due to its's longest reach and the best estimated delivery time (6-9 weeks) compared to the other quotes. The Boom Mower mentioned is in the amount of $50, Tractor & Boom Mower Mr. Kuss advised that through the GSA account, the Sanitary District can purchase a new tractor and mower for a total of $182, (Requesting approval at the next Board meeting.) White Ditch Kimball Ditch RFQ Mr. Kuss requested Board approval to solicit quotes now that the Army Corp. of Engineers have issued a permit to the Sanitary District. (Requesting approval at the next Board meeting.) St. Stanislaus Kosta Parish - 5K Run/Walk Poster Advertisement Mr. Kuss advised that this is a request to hang posters at Striebel Pond. Mr. Kuss then approved this request. Conference on the Environment Scheduled for June 8, 2018 at the Blue-Chip Casino Committee on Lead (Pb) Mr. Kuss noted that a meeting was held on March 7th, 14th, and 28th Mr. Kuss added that State Senator Bohacek attended the meeting on the 28th. Mr. Kuss advised that the Sanitary District has drafted its own plan to utilize the $150, approved to perform Lead (Pb) abatement in Michigan City. Seneca Report Mr. Kuss advised that the Sanitary District has received the Phase I and Phase II report, adding that the results are like the previous report. Mr. Kuss reported that Seneca has hired a Land Surveyor (DLZ Engineering) to conduct a survey.

6 March 28, 2019 Page 6 of 6 Mr. Kuss added that the Sanitary District plans to close on the property April 9, Five (5) Year Warranty Review No update. Whisper Dunes Notice of Violation Payment of fine has not been received. Old Business None. New Business None. The meeting was declared adjourned. Next Regular Meeting of the - Wednesday, April 25, :00 P.M. at 1100 E. Eighth Street. Holt L. Eding

Mr. Harris made such a motion - seconded by Mr. Peller. There being no further question or comment on the matter, the motion carried 4-0 in favor.

Mr. Harris made such a motion - seconded by Mr. Peller. There being no further question or comment on the matter, the motion carried 4-0 in favor. REGULAR MEETING, BOAD OF SANITARY DISTRICT COMMISSIONERS WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2017 4:00 P.M. -1100 E. EIGHTH STREET The meeting was called to order at 4:04 p.m. in the Board Room of the Administration