Chapter 2.15 DEPARTMENTS, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND AGENCIES

(2) Transfer to or from these departments any powers, duties, functions or obligations. [Ord. 1083-2002; Ord. 1044-2001; Ord. 617, 1982. Code 2000 § 32.01; Code 1981 §§ 2.64.010 – 2.64.030.]

2.15.020 City Plan Commission.

There is established a Plan Commission under the authority provided in IC 36-7-4-207, as amended. [Code 2000 § 32.02; Code 1981 § 2.32.010.]

2.15.030 Department of Economic Development.

(A) Created. There is created, in addition to the existing departments of the city, a Department of Economic Development.

(B) Appointment of Commissioners. The Department of Economic Development shall be under the control of a commission, which shall be known as the Angola Economic Development Commission and shall consist of three members appointed by the Mayor, one of whom shall be selected by the Mayor, one shall be nominated by the Common Council of the city, and one shall be nominated by the County Council.

(1) The commissioners shall take office following their appointment and their terms shall run for the following number of years from February 1, 1975:

(a) The commissioners selected by the Mayor, two for three years, and one for one year;

(b) The commissioners nominated by the Common Council, two years; and

(2) At the expiration of the respective terms of each of the commissioners originally appointed, their respective successors shall be selected and nominated before the expiration of the term in the same manner as the original appointee, and each succeeding member shall serve for a term of four years.

(D) Oath of Office. Each commissioner, before entering upon his or her duties, shall take and subscribe an oath of office in the usual form, to be endorsed upon his or her certificate of appointment, which shall be promptly filed with the Clerk-Treasurer of the city.

(E) Organization. The Commission originally appointed shall meet within 30 days after its appointment at a time and place designated by the Mayor for the purpose of organizing and shall meet to reorganize in February of each succeeding year. The Commission shall elect one of its members as President, one as Vice President, and one as Secretary, each of whom shall serve from the date of his or her election until the January 31st next following his or her election and until his or her successor is elected and qualified.

(F) Powers. The Development Commission shall have all the powers authorized by statute. [Ord. 1730-2023 § 1; Ord. 471, 1974. Code 2000 § 32.03; Code 1981 §§ 2.24.010 – 2.24.060.]

Statutory reference: Economic development, see IC 36-7-12.

2.15.040 Department of Parks and Recreation.

(A) Under the provisions of IC 36-10-3 there is hereby created a municipal Department of Parks and Recreation.

(B) The Parks and Recreation Board shall be composed of:

(1) Four members appointed by the Mayor on the basis of their interest in and knowledge of parks and recreation; and

(2) Either:

(a) A member of the governing body of the school corporation selected by the governing body of the school corporation; or

(b) An individual who resides in the school corporation, selected by the governing body of the school corporation.

(1) One member for a term of one year;

(2) One member for a term of two years;

(3) One member for a term of three years; and

(4) One member for a term of four years.

As a term expires, each new appointment shall be made by the Mayor for a term of four years. All terms expire on the first Monday in January, but a member shall continue in office until his or her successor is appointed. If an appointment for a new term is not made by the executive by the first Monday in April, the incumbent shall serve another term. If a vacancy occurs, the executive shall appoint a new member for the remainder of the unexpired term.

(D) At its first regular meeting in each year, the Board shall elect a President and Vice-President. The Vice-President shall have authority to act as the President of the Board during the absence or disability of the President. The Board may select a Secretary from within or without its own membership.

(E) The Board shall have the power to perform all acts necessary to acquire and develop sites and facilities and to conduct such programs as are generally understood to be parks and recreation functions. In addition, the Board shall have all the powers listed in IC 36-10-3.

(F) The Board shall prepare and submit an annual budget in the same manner as other departments of city government as prescribed by the Indiana Board of Accounts. The Board may accept gifts, donations and subsidies for parks and recreation purposes.

(G) The Parks and Recreation Board is hereby authorized to offer and pay from its appropriated funds a cash reward for information leading to the apprehension of persons intentionally causing damage to park property. This reward may be in such amount, not to exceed $100.00, and on such terms as the Board may from time to time provide by resolution recorded in its minutes. [Ord. 1583-2018 § 1; Ord. 1524-2016 § 1; Ord. 948-98, 1998; Ord. 906-96, 1996. Code 2000 § 32.04.]

2.15.050 Fire Department.

(A) 1977 Local Fire Pension Board.

(1) There is created a fire pension board to be governed and managed by a Board of Trustees, referred to as the “Local Pension Board,” as provided in subsection (A)(2) of this section.

(2) The Local Pension Board consists of the following members: the Mayor of the City of Angola, the Fire Chief of the City of Angola, four active members of the fire department, and one retired member (if applicable).

(3) A “first-class firefighter” is defined as the city firefighter receiving the highest paid base salary, per the annual City of Angola salary ordinance. [Ord. 1569-2017 § 1; Ord. 697, 1986. Code 2000 § 32.05; Code 1981 §§ 2.16.010 – 2.16.030.]

Cross-reference: Fire prevention, see Chapter 15.15 AMC.

Statutory reference: For provisions requiring that the Chief of the Fire Department be appointed by the city executive, see IC 36-4-9-8. For provisions authorizing cities to utilize volunteer fire companies and regulating such use, see IC 36-8-12. For statutory provisions authorizing cities to maintain fire prevention systems, see IC 36-8-2-3.

2.15.060 Police Department.

(A) For the purposes of this section, IC 36-8-6, 1925 Police Pension Fund; IC 36-8-8, 1977 Police Officers’ and Firefighters’ Pension and Disability Fund; and Rule 35 IAC Article 2 are incorporated herein and a part hereof, the same as if it had been set forth in full.

(B) 1925 Police Pension Fund.

(1) The 1925 Police Pension Fund shall be managed by a board of trustees as follows: the Mayor, the Clerk-Treasurer, the Police Chief, all who are ex officio voting members, one retired member of the Police Department, and three active members of the Police Department.

(2) For the purpose of determining the benefit of a surviving spouse, the benefit shall be based on the annual salary of a first-class patrol officer plus longevity for service of 20 years and shall be a sum equal to 75 percent of the first-class patrol officer salary with 20 years’ longevity.

Statutory reference: For statutory provisions concerning police pension fund boards, see IC 36-8-6 and 36-8-8.

2.15.070 Police Reserve.

(A) Established. Pursuant to the provisions of IC 36-8-3-20, a police reserve is established in the city.

(B) Official Name. The reserve shall be officially known as the Angola City Police Reserve.

(C) Limit on Number of Members. The Police Reserve shall consist of not more than 30 officers. [Ord. 520, 1977. Code 2000 § 32.07; Code 1981 §§ 2.20.010 – 2.20.030.]

2.15.080 Department of Information Technology.

(A) The Mayor shall appoint the head of the Department of Information Technology.

(B) The duties of the head of the Department of Information Technology shall include but not be limited to:

(1) Preparation, development, implementation, and day-to-day oversight of the city’s computerized information systems;

(2) Provision of technical and professional support, analysis and advice to departments;

(3) Any other reasonable and related services. [Ord. 1194-2005; Ord. 1044-2001. Code 2000 § 32.09.]

2.15.090 Department of Economic Development and Planning.

(A) The Mayor shall appoint the head of the Department of Economic Development and Planning.

(B) The duties of the head of the Department of Economic Development and Planning shall include, but not be limited to:

(1) Preparation, development, implementation, and day-to-day oversight of the city’s economic development programs;

(2) Assist, implement, and advise in regard to state and local planning law; or

(3) Any other reasonable and related services.

2.15.095 Tree Board.

(A) There is hereby created and established a Tree Board.

(B) The Tree Board shall consist of five members, citizens and residents with an interest in Angola’s urban forest, who shall be appointed by the Mayor with the approval of the Council.

(1) Two members for a term of one year;

(2) Two members for a term of two years; and

(3) One member for a term of three years.

As a term expires, each new appointment shall be made by the Mayor for a term of three years. All terms expire on the first Monday in January, but a member shall continue in office until his or her successor is appointed. If an appointment for a new term is not made by the executive by the first Monday in April, the incumbent shall serve another term. If a vacancy occurs, the executive shall appoint a new member for the remainder of the unexpired term.

(D) The Board shall choose its own officers, make its own rules and regulations and keep journal of its proceedings. A majority of the members shall be a quorum for the transaction of business.

(E) It shall be the responsibility of the Board to work with the Park Superintendent to plan for the care, preservation, pruning, planting, replanting, removal or disposition of trees and shrubs in parks, along streets and in other public areas. The preparation and submission of the annual Tree Board budget shall support these plans.

(F) The Board shall support, make recommendations for amendments and enforce the City of Angola tree ordinance.

(G) Members of the Board shall serve without compensation. [Ord. 1595-2018 § 1.]

Code reviser’s note: Ord. 1595-2018 adds this section as Section 2.15.100. The provisions have been editorially renumbered to prevent duplication of numbering.

Article II. Building Safety Department

2.15.100 Establishment.

There is hereby established an executive department of the city to be known as the Building Safety Department. [Ord. 1371-2011. Code 2000 § 32.20.]

2.15.110 Building Commissioner.

(A) The Mayor shall appoint the head of the Building Safety Department who shall be a national certified code official through the International Code Council (ICC).

(B) The head of the Building Safety Department shall be known as the Building Commissioner.

(1) Require compliance with the codes adopted by the Indiana Fire Prevention and Building Safety Commission in accordance with IC 36-7-2-9;

(2) Engage in an inspection program to promote compliance with fire safety laws in accordance with IC 36-8-17-8(b); and

(3) Administer and enforce Chapters 12.10, 15.05 and 15.10 AMC. [Ord. 1371-2011. Code 2000 § 32.21.]

2.15.120 Fees.

The following fees shall be charged for the services offered by the Building Safety Department:

(A) One-, Two-, and Multiple-Family Dwellings – New Construction.

(1) $0.10 per square foot of floor space (includes garages), plus, when applicable;

(2) $50.00 basement area;

(3) $50.00 minimum.

(B) One-, Two-, and Multiple-Family Dwellings – Remodel/Alteration.

(1) $0.10 per square foot of remodeled/altered area;

(2) $50.00 minimum.

No improvement location permit is required for the following: patio slabs, portable storage buildings (200 square feet maximum), exterior and interior painting, siding, gutter and downspout replacement, insulation, replacement of roofing not requiring new rafters, window replacement not requiring new headers or other structural wall changes, storm windows and doors, and other cosmetic improvements as determined by the Building Commissioner.

(D) One-, two-, and multiple-family dwellings – remodel/alteration of electrical branch circuits and/or plumbing system (excluding fixture replacement) to new construction standards, see subsections (B)(1) and (2) of this section, One-, Two-, and Multiple-Family Dwellings – Remodel/Alteration.

(E) Carport/garage built at a time other than the main dwelling: $50.00.

(F) Residential foundation permits only: $50.00.

(G) Manufactured Home Placement.

(1) $50.00 foundation;

(2) $50.00 electrical service;

(3) $100.00 when both subsections (G)(1) and (2) of this section are applicable.

(H) Residential “family pool”: $50.00.

(I) Residential accessory structures: $50.00.

(J) Commercial – New or Remodel Construction.

(1) $0.05 per square foot;

(2) $100.00 minimum;

(3) Separate permits are required for:

(a) Fire sprinkler systems: $50.00;

(b) Fire alarm systems: $50.00;

(d) Flammable liquid or gas facilities: each initial installation of one or more bulk storage tanks, piping, or dispensing equipment for Class I, II, III-A, and III-B liquids, liquefied petroleum (LP) gas, or liquefied natural gas (LNG), or replacement of such tanks or piping at the same location. The permit fee is $50.00 each tank.

(K) Industrial – New or Remodel Construction.

(1) $0.05 per square foot;

(2) $100.00 minimum;

(3) Separate permits are required for:

(a) Fire sprinkler systems: $50.00;

(b) Fire alarm systems: $50.00;

(L) Commercial and industrial electrical service inspection: $100.00.

(M) Commercial and industrial foundation permits: $100.00.

(N) Commercial and industrial “swimming pool, public”: $100.00.

(O) Application to Move or Raze Building.

(1) $50.00: one- or two-family dwelling or accessory building;

(2) $100.00: multi-family structure, commercial or industrial;

(3) In addition, when applicable, a street cut permit is required when disconnecting water and/or sewer service within public right-of-way. The permit shall be obtained from the office of the City Engineer. [Ord. 1372-2011. Code 2000 § 32.22.]