Board of Works: December 12, 2024

The City of Lawrence Indiana Board of Works meeting on December 12, 2024, focused primarily on procurement and contracting matters related to the police department. Key discussions included the approval of resolutions to dispose of two 2024 Chevy Tahoe vehicles that were vandalized by arson while at a vendor's location for equipment installation. The insurance company declared the vehicles total losses, and the board authorized the purchase of replacement vehicles, funded by insurance proceeds. Additionally, the board approved transitioning the police department's Reserve division weapons to newer Glock models with red dot sights, including the disposal and trade-in of older firearms. Security agreements with Nelson Alarm were also approved to upgrade alarm systems at the Oaklandon police building and the police shooting range. The meeting concluded with administrative updates on adopting a new procurement policy for federal grants, following recommendations from the State Board of Accounts, with plans for a special meeting to finalize the policy before year-end.