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1. What does scope and alignment mean?
2. When might these projects take place?
3. How does the Town of Plainfield and INDOT work together on the projects highlighted in these studies?
4. What are the impacts to local businesses in this area?
5. What are the impacts to the local residents in this area?
6. Will the public have more opportunities to give feedback?
7. How will we be notified about these projects once they’re approved?

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1. What types of work do I need a residential building permit for?
2. Who is the commercial/industrial building inspector?
3. Who is the residential building inspector?
4. What types of work do I need a residential building permit for?
5. What is the process for developing a commercial/industrial project in Plainfield?
6. When are permits required?
7. Do I need a permit to build a storage building?
8. Do I need a permit to build a fence?
9. Do I need a permit to re-roof my house?
10. Do I need a permit to build a pool in my yard?
11. Who should purchase and apply for the permit?

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1. Who do I contact about my ambulance bill?
2. How do I contact the Plainfield Water and Sewer Billing Department?
3. Where do I get a permit to have a garage/yard sale?
4. Are there any special rules for having a garage sale?
5. I want to run a business out of my home, what do I do?
6. Where can I find a list of what's recyclable?

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1. Will the Town use eminent domain to take my property?
2. We didn’t know about this redevelopment plan. When did you have public meetings?
3. What is the Town going to do about the potential of displacing residents?
4. If the property values go up, our taxes will go up. Some can’t afford this. What is the Town’s plan?
5. What about the historical structures in the redevelopment area?
6. How is the Town going to help businesses that are impacted?
7. What is the timing of the development plan?
8. How much will the downtown redevelopment cost the Town?
9. How does this project impact the mall with additional retail options?
10. What about parking for the new developments?
11. Is the Town interested in buying my property?

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1. Why do I always see a fire truck with the ambulance?
2. Instead of the big fire truck, why don't you send them in a smaller vehicle?
3. Why do I get a bill for ambulance service when I pay taxes?
4. Why does Plainfield need a 100-foot aerial ladder truck when there are only a few buildings that are that height?
5. Why do firefighters work 24 hours at a time?
6. Why does the fire truck and all four firefighters need to go to the grocery store?
7. I had a small fire in my house, why were there so many fire trucks?
8. I saw a minor fender bender and the fire department sent three or four trucks and at least 10 people. Why?
9. How many firefighters are women?
10. I live in the Plainfield Fire Territory. Why did a fire truck from a different community arrive at my home before a Plainfield truck?
11. There was a fire in my neighborhood, why did the police department arrive first?
12. I live in an area without fire hydrants. How will the fire department handle that situation if I have a fire?
13. How do I apply to be a Plainfield Firefighter?
14. What are the minimum qualifications to become a firefighter?
15. Where are EMT courses offered?
16. Do paramedics have an advantage in this process?
17. Do certified firefighters have an advantage in the process?
18. What is CPAT?
19. How do I obtain a CPAT card?

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1. Where do I send my resume if I would like to be considered for a specific position that is listed on the website as an open position?

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1. Do Greenway Trails attract crime and vandalism?
2. How will the town patrol the Greenway System?
3. How will emergency medical services be provided on the Greenway Trails?
4. Who will pick up the litter?
5. What about illegal parking?
6. Will the Plainfield Greenway System raise local property taxes?
7. Will high water along the White Lick Creek be a problem?
8. Do you have a children's activity area?

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1. How and why did the Town of Plainfield acquire the land?
2. What is the plan for the land?
3. Who manages the land?
4. How long will it take to turn this area into the Plainfield Nature Park?
5. Will warehouses be developed south of I-70?
6. Is the Indiana Bat a protected species?

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1. How do I find the zoning for a parcel/property?
2. How do I rezone property?
3. What should I do before I develop some property?
4. What type of permits and fees are required to develop property?
5. What if I own a business and I want to put up a sign?
6. What if I want to subdivide my property?
7. What is the Subdivision Control Ordinance?
8. What is the plan for future development in Plainfield?
9. What are the Residential Design Guidelines?
10. What is BZA?
11. What does TAC stand for and who should attend?
12. What is DRC and what do they do?
13. If there is a nuisance in my neighborhood or a property owner I feel is in violation of the Zoning Ordinance, who should I contact?

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1. How can I leave a crime tip for the Plainfield Police Department?
2. What is the procedure for obtaining a VIN check on my vehicle?
3. How do I get ahold of Animal Control?
4. Can I get a copy of an accident or incident report and how much does it cost?
5. How do I commend an officer or employee of the Plainfield Police Department?
6. How do I file a complaint with the Plainfield Indiana Police Department?
7. Can I file an incident report over the phone or through email?
8. I have locked my keys in my car. Can you help?
9. What do I need to do to get my property released to me?
10. Is there a cost for being fingerprinted for non-criminal purposes?
11. How can I register the security alarm for my home or business?
12. What do I need to do to get my vehicle released to me?
13. What do I need to do to get a handgun permit?
14. I have moved or changed my name. How can I update my information on my gun permit?
15. I have misplaced or lost my gun permit. How can I get it replaced?
16. Will the Plainfield Police Department watch over my house while I'm on vacation?
17. What is the proper way to navigate through a roundabout?
18. Is the Records Office closed during lunch?

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1. Where can I find a list of what's recyclable?
2. Where can I find leaf pickup information?
3. Where can I find the current snow routes?
4. If my mailbox is damaged by a snow plow, what can I do?
5. Where is the Plainfield yard waste site and when is it open?
6. What can the Town do about standing water in my yard?
7. Where do I apply for residential water and sewer connections?
8. Do I need a permit to cut the street for water or sewer repair?
9. Where does our water come from?
10. How do we get our water pressure?
11. How many road miles does the town maintain?
12. How often is my street swept?
13. Who maintains the ditch in front of my house and the culvert pipe that runs under my driveway?
14. Can I hook up my sump pump to a storm pipe?

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1. What waterslides are at the park?
2. Does the water park have diving boards?
3. Is there an exclusive area for infants and toddlers?
4. How tall do you have to be to use the lily pads?
5. Do you have a children's activity area?
6. Is there an area for children to play outside of the water?
7. What is the area called where the palm trees are in the water and adults can lay out?
8. What are the two whirlpools called?
9. Do you have a lazy river?
10. Do you have an area for lap swim?
11. Is there a concession stand at the water park?
12. What features does the indoor aquatic center have?
13. Do you offer swim lessons?
14. Do you offer an area for birthday parties?
15. Is the indoor aquatic center open at the same time as the outdoor waterpark in the summer?
16. How tall do you have to be to use the slide?

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1. Can I Pay Tickets and Court Fees Online?

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1. Why are utility rates increasing?
2. How do I calculate my utility bill?
3. What is the difference in wastewater and water?
4. What is the average water consumption per person each day?
5. What if it looks like my water usage has gone up?
6. What if I have higher water usage and a leak test shows no indication of a leak?
7. Why are my sewer charges higher than my water charges?
8. How do I start/stop service?
9. What is the due date for my utility bill?
10. What is the billing cycle? Is it different if you have sewer only?
11. Who do I call if I have issues with the online billing portal?
12. How is a late fee calculated?
13. What do I have to do to restore service if I have been turned off for non-payment?
14. Is shut off day the same day every month?
15. What are my options for paying my bill?

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1. What is a flushing operation?
2. Why is this maintenance important?
3. When will the flushing maintenance be conducted?
4. What will happen in my neighborhood?
5. What will happen in my home or business?
6. Is the water safe to drink?
7. What is the schedule and how can I be notified?
8. Doesn’t this flushing operation waste water?
9. How often is flushing conducted?