City of Angola, Indiana
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The Board of Public Works and Safety has broad statutory grants of power to enable to carry out their functions. The public safety function includes law enforcement and fire protection. The public works function includes control over streets, sanitation, transportation, sewers, and water utilities.
The board meets on the first Monday of each month prior to Common Council in City Hall.
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City of Angola Building Construction Permits
There are many important reasons to obtain required building construction permit(s) for Class 1 and Class 2 structures and to obtain inspections for your Class 1 and Class 2 construction projects. Your construction permit allows the City of Angola International Code Council Certified Officials to reduce potential hazards of unsafe construction and provide for the public health, welfare and safety. By following Indiana statewide code of fire safety laws and building laws, completed Class 1 and Class 2 construction projects will meet minimum safety standards which will be less likely to cause injury to you, your family, and your friends or future owners.
The City of Angola Site Improvement Permitting and Inspection Process complements the system of checks and balances resulting in a safe, completed and compliant Class 1 or Class 2 construction project.
What kinds of construction projects need building construction permits?
Construction Permit requirements for Class 1 and Class 2 structures vary, but generally anything involving construction will need a building construction permit. Constructing new buildings or demolishing old buildings certainly requires a construction permit, but many smaller projects do too. This includes small projects such as swimming pools, sheds and detached garages. For smaller projects such as these, sometimes a construction permit is only required if the project is of a certain size. Construction permits are also required for substantial interior or exterior remodeling of Class 1 and Class 2 structures. Because regulations and requirements vary, it is best to check with your local Building Safety Department before beginning any Class 1 or Class 2 construction project that may require a building construction permit.
The Angola Building Safety Department helps make the buildings where we live, work and play safe.
Ryan Herbert
260-665-2514 extension 7353
clerktreasurer@angolain.org
The Common Council (often referred to as the City Council) is both the legislative body and fiscal body. As the City’s legislative body, the Council exercises many of the powers given cities through the passage of ordinances and appropriation of monies. The Council fixes the annual salaries of all elected officials. Council has the authority to reduce, but not to increase, any other items in the City budget as submitted by the Mayor for its approval.
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The Department of Economic Development and Planning (EDP) oversees all planning and development activities within the City of Angola.
EDP works to attract investment into our growing economy and enhance prosperity and quality of life. EDP helps developers and citizens understand what type of development and construction is permissible and approvals/permits that are required. We are happy to discuss projects, even those still in concept.
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The department releases an annual report - Click to review annual report.
If you have questions or need to start a development or construction project, contact us at 260.665.7465 or planning@angolain.org for assistance.
Roles of the Economic Development and Planning Department:
The Engineering Department's four employees have experience and knowledge in surveying, engineering, and construction related industries. Our department is here to assist and guide you on any engineering project.
Functions & Services
Contact Information
Amanda Cope, City Engineer
260-665-6748
acope@angolain.org
Nick Gerber, Assistant Engineer
260-624-2661
ngerber@angolain.org
Kris Thomas, MS4 Coordinator
260-624-2663
kthomas@angolain.org
Brett Steele, Project Coordinator
260-624-2664
bsteele@angolain.org
Welcome to the City of Angola Fire Department.
We are located in the center of Steuben County Indiana. In 1873 the corporation trustees of Angola established the Angola Fire Department. The Angola Fire Department provides fire and rescue services covering more than 100 square miles in Steuben County, protecting areas made up of residential, commercial, heavy industrial, light industrial, and agricultural areas.
The department operates out of one central fire station and staffed by a Fire Chief, Assistant Fire Chief, fourteen full-time firefighters and thirteen part-time firefighters. Our staff is trained in fire suppression and various other emergencies, including but not limited to, medic assist calls, vehicle extrications, water rescues, gas and electrical emergencies, carbon monoxide monitoring, natural disasters, and mutual aid responses for surrounding departments. Other duties performed include fire prevention and inspections, fire investigations, apparatus and building maintenance, public education, and smoke detector programs.
Currently, the City of Angola Fire Department provides fire protection to the City Of Angola, Pleasant Township, portions of Jamestown and Jackson Townships, Scott Township, and York Township.
The Angola Fire Department responds to approximately 1,500 incidents annually and strives to maintain the safety of our community.
The IT Department supports all the technology needs for Angola's municipal government. We work 24/7/365 and strive to provide the tools and means to help other city departments work as efficiently as possible.
Currently the city maintains a local IT staff and also has an IT managed services contract with EXOS IT. Together, we do all we can to keep technology running smoothly for the City of Angola.
IT can be reached at it@angolain.org or 260-668-5594.
Angola, a place you can be proud to call home.
At the heart of our city is our beautiful downtown, where the first person you will see is Lady Columbia. She stands tall atop our impressive soldiers’ monument waiting to greet you as you enter. In our downtown, you will also find unique shops, restaurants, nightlife and more. This is where our community comes together to celebrate Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Santa coming to town. We have an annual car show, summer art festival, and all year long we display beautiful sculptures created by artists near and far. Downtown truly is the central location of our vibrant community.
Close to our downtown, you will find several beautiful parks managed by our highly active Angola City Park’s Department. There are walking trails, playgrounds, ball diamonds and an incredible timber framed pavilion that overlooks a challenging but fun frisbee golf course. You will also find a stage where we host several free concerts throughout the Summer. There is something in our parks for all ages.
Also, in the heart of our community is Cameron Memorial Hospital. An award-winning, civic minded hospital that continues to grow while giving quality care and finding new ways to serve Angola and its surrounding communities.
Angola is home to the beautiful main campus of Trine University. The University, with its rich history and cultural diversity, attracts thousands of young college students to our community every year. Trine University provides graduate and postgraduates degrees along with collegiate sports. They also feature an amazing performing arts venue that hosts concerts and shows throughout the year.
Angola is also the home of Steuben County’s Metropolitan School District. Our district features four elementary schools, a middle school, and a high school. Providing our youth with great educational opportunities and an array of extracurricular activities to keep your family involved all year long.
Angola also boasts a diverse industrial manufacturing base with a talented and skilled workforce. These businesses along with numerous service organizations provide great employment opportunities. Our location being in close proximity to three major cities, Chicago, Detroit, and Indianapolis, opens the door for continued growth and advancement.
Angola is also known as the home to 101 lakes throughout our area. If you want to wet a fishing line on a small quiet lake, go sailing in the breeze, or enjoy a fun-filled day of water sports, our county has you covered! Speaking of lakes, we are also home to Pokagon State Park, one of the best parks in Indiana. Pokagon boarders Lake James, Indiana’s fourth largest natural lake in the state. From springtime wildflowers, summers at the beach, miles of colorful fall walking trails or winter tobogganing and cross-country skiing, Pokagon has it all!
For these reasons and so many more, I am proud to call Angola my home.
Mayor, City of Angola
The EPA has established an MS4 stormwater management program that is intended to improve the Nation's waterways by reducing the quantity of pollutants that stormwater picks up and carries into storm sewer systems.
The MS4 department is involved in a variety of activities including:
The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) has designated the City of Angola and Trine University as municipal separate storm sewer systems (MS4s). The City of Angola and Trine University have signed an MS4 Agreement that designates the two MS4s as co-permittees. The MS4s are required to comply with a state-issued stormwater permit (INR040005). The MS4s are implementing a program to prevent stormwater pollution in urban runoff and improve the water quality of local water bodies.
The Stormwater Quality Management Plan (SWQMP) describes the MS4 program and the way in which the program is implemented. Annual Reporting of the MS4 program implementation measures and goals are required to be submitted to IDEM each year.
For more information on the services provided to the City, please contact our office.
The Angola Parks & Recreation Department consists of five full-time staff members: the superintendent, assistant superintendent, two full-time maintenance employees, and one full-time events and marketing coordinator. During the summer, we also employ four seasonal maintenance and four Summer Recreation Program employees.
Our staff manages over 200 acres of parkland and 4.2 miles of trails within the City of Angola. We have three developed parks: Commons Park, which offers over 100 acres of recreational space and includes Friendship Playground; Firemen's Park, located on Williams St.; and Nature Park, situated on the corner of Ettinger St. and Butler St. These parks offer amenities such as four baseball/softball diamonds, a soccer field, four playgrounds, and sand volleyball courts. Additionally, we provide picnic shelters and Commons Hall, our indoor facility, for rental.
Angola Parks & Recreation organizes numerous programs and events annually, including the Summer Recreation Program and the Memorial Tree Program. The schedule of events also includes the Easter Egg Hunt, Citywide Tree Give Away, Pig Out in the Park, Independence Day Celebration, American History Fest, Halloween Fun, and at least three concerts each year. Stay updated on all of our events by visiting angolain.org or our Facebook page and be sure to show your support by liking and following us!
Be sure to click the "USEFUL LINK" tab to find our 2024 Park Guide!
Welcome to the City of Angola Police DepartmentCity of Angola Police Department Mission Statement
The mission of the Angola City Police Department is to enhance the quality of life in the City of Angola by educating and working cooperatively with the public within the framework of the United States Constitution, too preserve peace, reduce fear, and provide a safe environment for the citizens of Angola.
Who We Are
The Angola City Police Department currently fields seventeen (17) full time sworn police officers, six (6) Reserve Officers, and five (5) Special (Part Time) Officers. Additional, there are four (4) full time and five (5) part time dispatchers. Four (4) school crossing guards support school patrol operations.
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The Street Department provides maintenance of city streets, alleys, parking lots, sidewalks, curbs, and handicap ramps. The department handles brush pick-up, yard waste pick-up, leaf pick-up, as well as snow and ice removal. We also handle city street sign maintenance, street sweeping, replace and repair of old catch basins as needed.
We are currently doing leaf pick-up!
The City of Angola provides utilities to citizens. Utility payments are handled through the Clerk-Treasurer’s office.
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If you have questions about City Utilities, please contact our office.
The Angola Wastewater Treatment Plant is a Class III facility designed for an average daily flow of 1.7 MGD. With a conventional activated sludge process, our plant consistently removes more than 95% of the biochemical oxygen demand, total suspended solids, and ammonia.
This process includes both physical and biological treatment including such equipment as screening, grit removal, primary clarification, secondary aeration, and UV disinfection before discharging effluent to the H. D. Wood Ditch. This ditch eventually flows into the Pigeon Creek which in turn flows into Long Lake and eventually into the St. Joseph River. Since the St. Joseph River flows into Lake Michigan , the City of Angola is under the jurisdiction of the Great Lakes Initiative and must therefore maintain effluent limits of Total Phosphorus below 1.0 mg/L.
To see how the process flows, please click here. (PDF file *)
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The Angola Water Treatment Plant acquired by the City in 1921 was originally a private owned steam plant that started in 1885 at the 210 W. Mill St. site. Plant improvements and several expansion projects have brought about the present facilities which include, aeration, filtration, ion exchange softening, chlorination and fluoridation. Total capacity is 1.728 MGD. In 1989 a second treatment plant was completed and put in service at the 550 Pokagon Trail site. This treatment plant utilizes the same methods of treatment. Total capacity is 1.728 MGD. The City of Angola Water Works is responsible for providing safe reliable and sustainable drinking water and managing drinking water production, storage and distribution facilities for its present and future customers.
Steps Of Our Water Treatment
The Angola Water Works provides drinking water to more than 9,340 people and four storage tanks. The distribution system consists of approximately 75 miles of water mains ranging in size from 2" - 12" in diameter.
Water department staff continuously monitor the treated water supply at water taps throughout the distribution system. Chemical tests on samples are run daily to allow for appropriate adjustments to the treatment process when needed. Bacteriological tests are run weekly to ensure that the water is safe for consumption. All monitoring is done in compliance with the Indiana Department Of Environmental Management and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in accordance with the Safe Drinking Water Act.
The entire water supply system is monitored with SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) distribution control system software. The SCADA system allows operators to control operations at both treatment plants and throughout the distribution system.
The City of Angola's drinking water comes from ground water and is supplied by ten wells ranging from 80' to 244' in depth.
The management of the municipal Water Works is under the direction of a five-member Common Council and a three member Board of Public Works. Day-to-day operations of the Water Works are the responsibility of the superintendent. The Water Department consists of seven full time employees that are certified to operate our class DSM distribution system and class WT3 treatment plant.
Click to view Annual Drinking Water Quality Report
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Engineering Department
Department Head: Amanda Cope
210 N Public Square
Angola, IN 46703
Phone: 260.665.6748
Email: engineering@angolain.org
Building Safety Department
Department Head: Scott Lehman
210 N Public Square
Angola, IN 46703
Phone: 260.665.6683
Email: buildingdept@angolain.org
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