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Michiana council authorizes president to act on beach-tree vandalism during meeting hiatus
Summary
After police reported vandalism that left 12 trees cut down on village beach property, the council voted 5–0 to empower Council President Tim McCarthy to work with Police Chief Ryan Layman and Village Attorney Sara Senica to make decisions while regular meetings are paused.
Police Chief Ryan Layman reported a sign at Stop 40 asking for information regarding the vandalism of 12 trees that were cut down on village beach property. Chief Layman sought the council's direction about handling any necessary decisions while there will be no council meetings in January or February.
Council President Tim McCarthy moved that he be authorized to work with Chief Layman and Village Attorney Sara Senica to act on behalf of the council for decisions related to the vandalism investigation, with the president committing to keep the full council informed via police or office updates. The motion, seconded by Mike Botelho, passed on a roll-call vote of 5–0.
