There will be a Special Meeting of the Lapel Town Council, on Tuesday, July 21, 2026 beginning at 6:30 pm, to be held at the Lapel Eagles, 110 E. 9th Street Lapel IN. 46051 for the purpose of passing a resolution for proceeds of the gas fund and discussing the Town Manager transition.
It is the policy of the Town of Lapel, Indiana, that all public meetings and events comply with Title Il of the Americans with Disabilities Act and are accessible to people with disabilities. Individuals with disabilities, as defined under the ADA, who may need auxiliary aids, services, or special modifications to participate in a public meeting or event should contact the office of the Clerk-Treasurer of the Town of Lapel, Indiana as soon as possible, but no less than forty-eight (48) hours before the scheduled meeting or event.
Notice is hereby given that the Town of Lapel and the Heartland Metropolitan Planning Organization (Heartland MPO) will hold a public workshop regarding the SR 13 Corridor Study on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at the Lapel Lions Club, 329 S. Main Street, Lapel, Indiana 46051.
The purpose of the workshop is to obtain public input regarding existing conditions, future transportation improvements, land use, development, and community design preferences for the SR 13 corridor. The public is invited to attend and provide comments that will assist in the development of recommendations and long-range planning for the corridor. All interested persons are encouraged to attend.
Persons with disabilities or non-English speaking persons who wish to attend the public meeting and need assistance should contact Susan Drinkut, Office Manager, Heartland MPO, 739 Main Street, Anderson, Indiana 46016, (765) 641-9484, no later than July 2nd, 2026. Every effort will be made to make reasonable accommodations for these persons. For additional information regarding the public workshop or the SR 13 Corridor Study, contact John Lavine, PLA, Project Manager, Heartland MPO, 739 Main Street, Anderson, Indiana 46016, (765) 641-9484
There will be a Special Meeting of the Lapel Town Council, on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, beginning at 7:00 pm, to be held at the Lapel Lions Club, 329 S. Main Street, Lapel, Indiana 46051.
It is the policy of the Town of Lapel, Indiana, that all public meetings and events comply with Title Il of the Americans with Disabilities Act and are accessible to people with disabilities. Individuals with disabilities, as defined under the ADA, who may need auxiliary aids, services, or special modifications to participate in a public meeting or event should contact the office of the Clerk-Treasurer ofthe Town of Lapel, Indiana as soon as possible, but no less than forty-eight (48) hours before the scheduled meeting or event.
There is potential severe weather approaching the area. The Special Meeting on June 17th will be held at the scheduled date and time and open to anyone that shows up... we will make a determination based on the weather if we pause the meeting and resume at 7pm Thursday during the regular Town Meeting.
There will be a Special Meeting of the Lapel Town Council, on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 beginning at 6:30 pm, to be held at the Lapel Lions Club 329 South Main St. Lapel IN. 46051 for the purpose of discussing and conducting a public hearing on the water rate increase.
It is the policy of the Town of Lapel, Indiana, that all public meetings and events comply with Title Il of the Americans with Disabilities Act and are accessible to people with disabilities. Individuals with disabilities, as defined under the ADA, who may need auxiliary aids, services, or special modifications to participate in a public meeting or event should contact the office of the Clerk-Treasurer of the Town of Lapel, Indiana as soon as possible, but no less than forty-eight (48) hours before the scheduled meeting or event.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CONCERNING UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE AMENDMENTS IN THE TOWN OF LAPEL, INDIANA
The residents and taxpayers of the Town of Lapel, Indiana, are hereby notified that the June 11, 2026 Lapel Plan Commission Special Meeting has been cancelled and will hold a Public Hearing and Special Meeting at 6:30 p.m. local time, on Monday, June 15, 2026, at the Lapel Lions Club, located at 329 S Main Street, Lapel, Indiana, on the amendments of the Unified Development Ordinance.
All interested parties may appear and be heard. Written objections that are filed at or before the hearing will be heard. The hearing may be continued from time to time if necessary. The complete text of wastewater rate ordinance is on file and available for examination and copying at the offce of the Lapel Town Hall, 825 N. Main Street, Lapel, 46051, during regular business hours, and will be available at the public hearing.
It is the policy ofthe Lapel Town Council that all public meetings and events comply with Title Il of the Americans with Disabilities Act and are accessible to people with disabilities. Individuals with disabilities, as defined under the ADA, who may need auxiliary aids, services, or special modifications to participate in a public meeting or event should contact the offce of the ClerkTreasurer of the Town of Lapel, Indiana as soon as possible, but no less than forty-eight (48) hours before the scheduled meeting or event.
The Lapel Parks Board is a volunteer advisory board appointed by the Lapel Town Council. Board members help plan, develop, and maintain the Town’s parks and recreational facilities ensuring Lapel remains a great place to live, play, and grow for residents of all ages.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Attend regular monthly board meetings
Review and recommend parks improvement projects
Assist with programming and community events
Advise the Town Council on parks-related matters
Engage with residents and listen to community needs
QUALIFICATIONS
Must be a resident of the Town of Lapel
18 years of age or older
Interest in parks, recreation, or community development
Ability to attend scheduled 4th Thursday monthly meetings
No prior board experience required — just a passion for Lapel!
Board members serve 4-year terms and are appointed by the Lapel Town Council. This is a volunteer, unpaid position.
HOW TO APPLY
Submit a letter of interest stating your name, address, and why you would like to serve on the Lapel Parks Board. Letters may be submitted in person or by mail to:
Town of Lapel
P.O. Box 999/1011 Main Street, Lapel, Indiana 46051
Phone: (765) 534-3157
info@lapelindiana.org
Questions? Contact us at Town Hall during regular business hours.
TOWN OF LAPEL PRINCIPAL EXECUTIVE OFFICER’S DECLARATION OF LOCAL EMERGENCY REGARDING SNOW
EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 1 - 2026
WHEREAS, the Town of Lapel, Madison County, Indiana (the “Town”) is a duly formed municipal corporation, governed by its duly elected Town Council (the “Town Council”);
WHEREAS, pursuant to Indiana Code §10-14-3-29(a)(1) and Indiana Code § 36-5-2-2 permits the President of the Town Council to declare a local emergency;
WHEREAS, the Town Council has a duty to protect the safety of the citizens and property in the Town;
WHEREAS, the undersigned is the duly elected Acting President of the Lapel Town Council and Town Executive;
WHEREAS, the Town of Lapel, Madison County, Indiana has been impacted by or is immediately threatened by forecasted excessive snow and/or ice for a period of time;
WHEREAS, residents are advised to stay off the roads during the heavy snowfall and then afterward, be patient and allow for plenty of travel space while the snowplows are clearing the streets and thoroughfares;
WHEREAS, during the period of this snow emergency “No Parking” postings shall continue to be enforced and parking will be temporarily prohibited on Main Street from Pendleton Avenue to State Road 32, 10th Street from Vine Street to Pendleton Avenue, and 9th Street from Vine Street to Pendleton Avenue;
WHEREAS, all cars not able to be removed from the street shall be parked on the North side of East-West roads and on the West side of North-South Roads;
WHEREAS, any vehicle parked in violation of this snow emergency declaration may be towed away and stored at the owner’s expense; and the Police Department is authorized to employ towing and storage services to the account of the owners of the vehicles;
IT IS THUS DECLARED THAT A STATE OF LOCAL EMERGENCY EXISTS IN THE TOWN OF LAPEL, MADISON COUNTY, INDIANA
Pursuant to the provisions of Indiana Code §10-14-3-29, a state of emergency exists in the Town, and that I hereby invoke and declare those portions of the Indiana Code which apply to the conditions and have caused the issuance of this declaration to be in full force and effect in the Town for the exercise of all necessary emergency authority for the protection of the lives and property of the people of the Town of Lapel, Madison County, Indiana.
All public offices and employees of the Town are hereby directed to exercise the utmost diligence in the discharge of duties required of them for the duration of the emergency and in the execution of emergency laws, regulations, and directives whether state or local.
All residents are called upon and directed to comply with necessary emergency measures, to cooperate with public officials and disaster services in executing emergency operations plans, and to obey and comply with the lawful directions of properly identified officers.
All operating forces will direct their communications and requests for assistance and operations directly to the Lapel Police Department.
Reference is hereby made to all appropriate laws, statutes, ordinances, and resolutions, particularly to Indiana Code § 10-14-3-29.
This Snow Emergency shall be in force beginning at 1:00 AM on Sunday, January 25th,2026 and will remain in effect until it is rescinded by the Acting Town Council President or extended by the Town Council within seven (7) days from the date of this Emergency Declaration.
This Emergency Declaration shall be promptly filed in the Office of the Clerk-Treasurer of the Town of Lapel, Indiana, posted at Town Hall, on the Town website and social media site.
SO DECLARED this 24th day of January, 2026, at 12:00 PM.
/s/ Gary Shuck
Gary Shuck, Acting President, Town Council, Town of Lapel, Indiana
Extremely cold weather is in place across most of the Midwest. Temperatures will be well below normal through Monday with near zero or subzero temps in some cases and extreme wind chills are possible. During this time, it is important to protect yourself from the elements and avoid any long-term exposure to the extreme cold temperatures which can be dangerous. It is also important to remember that only you can minimize the energy cost impact to your household or business by lowering the thermostat during the extreme cold period to the extent you can do so safely. A one-degree difference can have a substantial impact to your heating bill during this period. Stay safe!
With cleaning of the State Road 13 well finished this week and as the year closes, the Town of Lapel is very pleased to report the successful results of work completed on our water delivery system. Cleaning and repair of the water tower, cleaning of our two wells and flushing of our hydrants are among the actions taken to ensure the consistent performance of our water utility.
Our water also continues to meet all applicable standards for quality, as evidenced by our regular testing and oversight by the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM).
To ensure residents have accurate information about our water, data from IDEM testing conducted at 316 S John Street at the request of the resident is available here. The results of the testing confirmed the absence of both coliform and e. coli. Initial testing of the kitchen was negative for both coliform and e. coli and no retesting was required. We have been advised that testing in bathrooms can result in inaccurate results due to conditions found there. The retesting in the bathroom also found the presence of no coliform or e. coli.
DECLARATION OF LOCAL EMERGENCY REGARDING ISSUANCE OF BURN BAN
TOWN OF LAPEL PRINCIPAL EXECUTIVE OFFICER’S DECLARATION OF LOCAL EMERGENCY REGARDING ISSUANCE OF BURN BAN
WHEREAS, the undersigned is the duly elected President of the Lapel Town Council (hereinafter, “Town Council”); and,
WHEREAS, I.C. §10-14-3-29(a)(1) and I.C. §36-5-2-2 permits the President of the Town Council to declare a local emergency; and,
WHEREAS, the Town Council has a duty to protect the safety of the citizens and property in the Town of Lapel; and,
WHEREAS, on October 21, 2025, I found the Town of Lapel to be at risk of widespread fire hazards because of ongoing maintenance on the Town’s water tower which could hinder local fire departments in extinguishing a fire therefore, the Town is issuing a town-wide burn ban.
WHEREAS, on October 29, 2025, I found the Town of Lapel to be at a continued risk of widespread fire hazards due to ongoing maintenance on the Town's water tower which could hinder local fire departments in extinguishing a fire, therefore, the Town is re-issued a town-wide burn ban.
WHEREAS, on November 5, 2025, I found the Town of Lapel to be at a continued risk of widespread fire hazards due to ongoing maintenance on the Town's water tower which could hinder local fire departments in extinguishing a fire, therefore, the Town is re-issued a town-wide burn ban.
WHEREAS, on November 14, 2025, I find the Town of Lapel to remain at a continued risk of widespread fire hazards due to ongoing maintenance on the Town's water tower which could hinder local fire departments in extinguishing a fire, therefore, the Town is re-issuing a town-wide burn ban.
IT IS THUS DECLARED THAT A STATE OF LOCAL EMERGENCY EXISTS IN THE TOWN OF LAPEL, INDIANA
Pursuant to the provisions of I.C. §10-14-3-29, a state of emergency exists in the Town, and that I hereby invoke and declare those portions of the Indiana Code which apply to the conditions and have caused the issuance of this declaration to be in full force and effect in the town for the exercise of all necessary emergency authority for the protection of the lives and property of the people of Lapel.
Effective immediately, the following activities are prohibited in the Town of Lapel:
Campfires and other recreational fires, unless enclosed in a fire ring with dimensions of 23 inches in diameter, 6 inches high or larger;
Open burning of any kind using conventional fuel such as wood, or other combustible matter, except for grills fueled by charcoal briquettes or propane;
The burning of debris, such as timber or vegetation, including but not limited to such debris that results from building construction activities and/or windstorm debris; and,
The use of burn barrels for any open burning at residential structures.
Charcoal from permitted grills shall not be removed from the grills until the charcoal has been thoroughly extinguished.
Reference is hereby made to all appropriate laws, statutes, ordinances, and resolutions, particularly to Section 10-14-3-29 of the Indiana Code.
All public offices and employees of the Town of Lapel are hereby directed to exercise the utmost diligence in the discharge of duties required of them for the duration of the emergency and in the execution of emergency laws, regulations, and directives whether state or local.
All residents are called upon and directed to comply with necessary emergency measures, to cooperate with public officials and disaster services in executing emergency operations plans, and to obey and comply with the lawful directions of properly identified officers.
This burn ban shall be in force immediately and will remain in force until rescinded by the Lapel Town Council.
The Declaration shall expire after seven (7) days unless extended by the Lapel Town Council.
This Emergency Declaration shall be promptly filed in the Office of the Clerk-Treasurer of Lapel, Indiana, posted in various locations throughout the Town, and provided to the local news media.
SO DECLARED this 14th day of November, 2025.
/s/ Brian Robertson
Brian Robertson, President, Lapel Town Council
Prepared by:
Jeffrey K. Graham #26380-29
GRAHAM, FARRER & WILSON, P.C.
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Lapel Parks Board Recruitment