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The Board of Public Works and Safety is established in accordance to Indiana Code (IC 36-4-9-8). The Board of Public Works and Safety consists of three members, one being mayor. The remaining two members are appointed by the mayor and must be residents of the city and may hold other appointments or hold elected offices.
The public safety function of the board includes law enforcement and fire protection. The public works function of the board includes control over streets, sanitation, transportation, sewers and city utilities.
The Board of Public Works and Safety address issues such as contractual agreements that bind the city, closing streets, and using city facilities.
Approval of motions at the public Board of Works and Safety meetings require a majority vote.