Board of Works: March 28, 2023

The City of Lawrence Indiana Board of Works meeting on March 28, 2023, focused on several procurement and contracting matters. Key approvals included the boundary contract, extension of the Sandi Solutions IT services agreement through December 31, 2023, and a new agreement with Envelope Facility Technology for mechanical and life safety preventive maintenance through March 31, 2025, aimed at cost savings by consolidating services. The board also approved updates to the Lawrence Fire Department's general orders to better manage training requests and a training affiliation agreement with Indiana University Health to enhance EMS personnel certification and education. Additionally, procedural updates and disciplinary regulations for the Police Department were approved, alongside the appointment of four new reserve police officers to bolster the department's force. The meeting emphasized maintaining operational efficiency, budget management, and strengthening public safety through strategic contracting and personnel appointments.