The Noblesville Common Council convened on January 28, 2025, to address several key agenda items, including budget adjustments and compensation agreements for city personnel.

The meeting began with a discussion regarding the city’s budget, specifically an appropriation of $1,600,000 from the park fund that was not included in the budget reported to the Department of Local Government Finance (DLGF). Council members clarified that this oversight requires reappropriation to comply with state certification requirements, emphasizing that this action would not increase the overall budget beyond what was previously approved.

Following this, the council moved to establish a public hearing for February 11, 2025, concerning ordinance 02-01-25, which pertains to the city handbook.

The council then considered a memorandum of understanding (MOU) supplement confirming the 2025 compensation rates for the fire department, based on a meet and confer agreement with the International Association of Firefighters Local 4416. Chief Matt Mitchell's representative presented the MOU, highlighting an 8% salary increase for all sworn personnel, which aligns with the city’s financial performance. The MOU also adjusts pay rates for specific positions within the fire department to ensure competitiveness in compensation.

Council members expressed appreciation for the collaboration between labor and management in reaching this agreement. A question was raised about a similar memorandum for the police department, which is expected to confirm the same 8% increase without additional adjustments.

The council unanimously approved the MOU supplement for the fire department, ensuring that the city remains competitive in its compensation practices.

The meeting concluded with a resolution concerning the acquisition of real estate, presented by Andrew Rodewald from the engineering department, indicating ongoing efforts to enhance city infrastructure and services.

Overall, the meeting underscored the council's commitment to fiscal responsibility and fair compensation for city employees, setting the stage for future discussions and actions.