Meeting Report · Ellettsville Town Council
Council donates police tasers to Indiana University Police Department.
The Council voted to donate surplus police tasers to the Indiana University Police Department.
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Key Highlights
- 01Council donates police tasers to Indiana University Police Department.
- 02Council approved certifications for police and fire department employees.
- 03Street Commissioner will apply for Community Crossings road grants.
- 04Town Marshal announced the Peden Farms event this week.
Written for residents
Summary
The Council voted to donate surplus police tasers to the Indiana University Police Department.
Town Attorney Darla Brown explained that Resolution 26-2025 was amended to authorize this transfer. Indiana Code permits governmental bodies to exchange property. The resolution was modified to state the tasers would be donated. The Council approved the resolution unanimously.
The Council approved Resolution 28-2025, which certifies town employees. Darla Brown stated the resolution was amended to include certifications for the Police Department and Ellettsville Fire Fighters. These certifications are mandated by Indiana Code and Indiana Administrative Code. The Council approved the resolution unanimously.
Street Commissioner Kip Headdy announced that October 1st is the opening for the 2026 Community Crossings Projects grant application. He plans to add several streets to the application. This will be the only call for projects in 2026.
Town Marshal Jimmie Durnil informed residents about the annual Peden Farms event. It will take place this Thursday and Friday.
Council member William Ellis commended everyone involved in the Fall Festival.
The Receipts
Fiscal Decisions
Accounts Payable Vouchers and Payroll
Motion to approve the payment of Accounts Payable Vouchers and Payroll.
Resolution 28-2025 Approving Certifications for the Town
Approval of Resolution 28-2025, which was amended to include certifications for the Police Department and Ellettsville Fire Fighters, authorizing payment for certifications earned or maintained by town employees as mandated by Indiana Code and Indiana Administrative Code.
Also discussed
Budget Discussions (No Vote Taken)
Community Crossings Projects
Kip Headdy, Street Commissioner, announced that October 1st is the opening for the only call in 2026 for Community Crossings Projects grants. He plans to add a few streets to the application.