The Board of Works and Public Safety oversees key operational and administrative functions of the city. Its responsibilities include approving street banner requests, road closures for city events, and use of the Riverfront Pavilion. The board also reviews and adopts city and employee policies, and approves contracts and bids related to municipal projects and services. Through these duties, the Board helps ensure the smooth operation, safety, and overall effectiveness of city functions.
Procedure to appear before the Vincennes City Board of Public Works & Safety
(1) Please write a detailed letter explaining the reason for your request. Please include as much specific information as possible such as the event, date, time, contact person(s), phone number(s), route and any other information you feel will be helpful in describing the request.
(2) If requesting a Handicapped Only parking, please submit a personal letter and a Doctor’s letter that explains the need for this type of sign.
(3) Mail this information to Vincennes City Board of Works, 201 Vigo Street or email it to: smccrary@vincennes.in.gov, or deliver it to the Mayor’s Office in person.
(4) Since the Board of Works meetings are normally at 5:00 p.m. on the 2nd & 4th Mondays of each month in the City Council Chambers in Vincennes City Hall, all information must be submitted no later than 5 business days prior to the meeting you wish to attend. (Earlier if possible).
(5) Because questions may arise concerning your request, it is necessary that the contact person and/or other representatives attend the meeting to provide answers.
(6) The request & the contact person’s name will be placed on the Board of Works agenda on the date of the meeting you wish to attend. When your group and/or name is announced from the agenda during that meeting, you will be asked to come to the microphone and make your request verbally.
