Government
Auburn’s Boards & Commissions
The Mayor appoints officials to a handful of city boards and commissions to provide strategic direction in several areas that are important to Auburn’s long-term vitality as a progressive community.
Board of Public Works and Safety
The Board of Public Works and Safety is responsible for the public safety and control of the public rights-of-way. This includes digging requests, cable, street and alley closures, street solicitations and requests for street signs. It is the contracting arm of the executive branch and includes all purchasing for the public works, all street projects, gasoline and vehicles.
MEMBERS
Michael Ley, Mayor
Danny D. McAfee
Herb Horrom
STAFF
Erik Weber, Attorney
Patricia M. Miller, Clerk-Treasurer
PUBLIC MEETINGS
Second and Fourth Thursday of the Month
9 a.m.
Norman E. Yoder Council Chambers
206 East Ninth Street
Parks & Recreation Board
The Parks & Recreation Board oversees the policies and financial workings of Auburn Parks & Recreation. Board members are appointed by the Mayor to serve a four-year term. By state statute, no one political party may hold more than half of the seats on the board.
MEMBERS
Tadd Boman, President
Lou Metelko, Vice President
Mike Makarewich, Member
Logan Zuber, Member
STAFF
Eric Ditmars, Superintendent
Erin Ray, Program Director
Sarah Umbdenstock, Recreation Coordinator
Crystal Berhalter, Administrative Assistant
PUBLIC MEETINGS
Fourth Tuesday of the Month
6 p.m.
Rieke Park Lodge
1600 N. Indiana Avenue
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals hears appeals from individuals requesting exceptions or variation for city ordinances in regard to land use and building requirements, or from individuals questioning the appropriateness of orders made by city officials. Each appeal is heard and decided on its own merit.
MEMBERS
Peter Kempf, Chairman
Mary Hohler, Vice Chairman
Dave Schlemmer, Secretary
Don Myers, Member
Thomas Smith, Extra Territorial Jurisdiction (ETJ) Member
STAFF
W. Erik Weber, City Attorney
Eugene Bosworth, Assistant City Attorney
Kellie Knauer, Administrator
James Cadoret, City Planner
PUBLIC MEETINGS
Fourth Tuesday of the Month
6 p.m.
Norman E. Yoder Council Chambers
206 East Ninth Street
Rules and Procedures
Plan Commission
The Plan Commission is responsible for all comprehensive planning to manage the growth and development of Auburn. They oversee the following types of plans:
- Development Plans
- Parking Lot Plans
- Primary Plats
- Secondary Plats
- Plat Amendments
- Replats
- Plat Vacations
- Zoning Map Amendments
- Annexations
MEMBERS
Don Myers, President and Liaison to DeKalb County Plan Commission
James Finchum, Vice President, City Common Council Member
Jamie Canino, Secretary
Brett Carmer, Member
Heather Stanley, Member
Stefanie Lehmann, Member
Jim Turcovsky, Member
Mike Makarewich, Park Board Member
Christopher Lamm, Extra Territorial Jurisdiction (ETJ) Member
Thomas Smith, Extra-Territorial Jurisdiction Member
Mike Watson, Liaison from DeKalb County Plan Commission
Daryl McConnell, Civil City Engineer
STAFF
W. Erik Weber, City Attorney
Eugene Bosworth, Assistant City Attorney
Kellie Knauer, Administrator
James Cadoret, City Planner
PUBLIC MEETINGS
Second Tuesday of the Month
6 p.m.
Norman E. Yoder Council Chambers
206 East Ninth Street
Rules and Procedures
Development Commission
The Development Commission is responsible for creating or retaining opportunities for gainful employment; providing reliable water services; and preventing and reducing pollution.
MEMBERS
Mike Watson, President
Richard Ring, Vice President
Hannah Foley, Secretary
PUBLIC MEETINGS
Scheduled as needed
Redevelopment Commission
The Redevelopment Commission is responsible for creating economic opportunities and improving the overall quality of life for people who live and work in our community.
MEMBERS
Larry Cooney, President
Rudi Eidam, Vice President
Tammy Fink, Secretary
Terry Rayle
Shelley Smaltz
Greg Lantz
PUBLIC MEETINGS
First Tuesday of the Month
12 p.m.
Norman E. Yoder Council Chambers
206 East Ninth Street
Tree Commission
The Tree Commission’s function is to oversee the trees in the city, ensuring their health and preventing their structure from becoming a public nuisance or hazard. Additionally, the commission advises the city government on the types of trees and the areas in which the trees need to be planted. The Tree Commission is comprised of representatives from the Street Department and Auburn Parks & Recreation, as well as five citizens appointed by the Mayor.
MEMBERS
Troy Ackerman, President
Erick Nickerson, Vice President
Peter Hathaway, Secretary
Eric Ditmars, Member
Bill Ward, Member
Jennifer Hathaway, Member
PUBLIC MEETINGS
Fourth Thursday of the Month
6 p.m.
Norman E. Yoder Council Chambers
206 East Ninth Street
Port Authority
The Port Authority is responsible for maintaining and improving local rail transit.
MEMBERS
John Mohre, President
Steve Silberg
Keith Pasqualone
Mike Reel
Rick Schwab
PUBLIC MEETINGS
Scheduled as needed