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| Q. | Who maintains the railroad crossings? |
| A. | It is the individual railroad company's responsibility to keep their crossings in goood condition. If a hazardous condition develops, call the Public Works Officer at 836-6970. |
| Q. | Whom do I call to report a malfunctioning railroad signal? |
| A. | Call the non-emergency police number 836-6600. |
| Q. | Where can I obtain a copy of an accident report? |
| A. | A copy of the report may be obtained from the records division of the Munster Police Department. A reproduction fee will apply at the time of pick-up. |
| Q. | What do you do when you are locked out of your house or business? |
| A. | In an emergency such as a child inside a home or business or in the case of a potential fire hazard call 911. For non-emergency situations (no threats to life) call a locksmith. |
| Q. | Where do I go to report lost or stolen property? Where do I go to see if anyone has found lost or stolen property? |
| A. | Call the police department at 836-6600. |
| Q. | Where can a citizen legally park? |
| A. | No parking areas marked parking spaces or on any other towns streets. |
| Q. | What if a medical or some other emergency arises and I am still snowed in? |
| A. | Call 911, and the necessary equipment will be dispatched. |
| Q. | What is the definition of a "junk motor vehicle". |
| A. | A "junk motor vehicle" is defined to be any motor vehicle or part, or parts thereof, which meets any one of the following qualifications.
1. Does not display a current valid state license plate;
2. Cannot be operated safely under its own power;
3. Is qualified but is not carried on the most recent tax assessment records of the county'
4. Does not have equipment upon it which is in good working order and adjustment, as required by the laws of the state;
5. As to a part or parts of any motor vehicle only, is not kept inside a garage or other other building. |
| Q. | Where do I report "junk vehicles"? |
| A. | Report any and all "junk motor vehicles" to the Community Service Officer at 836-6659. The Community Service Officer may issue a warning and/or a fine. The police may order a "junk motor vehicle" removed. |
| Q. | What do I do if I'm stranded in my car in an emergency situation? |
| A. | If you are in a threatening situation, such as if you are being followed, you should report the situation to the Police Department by calling 911 if you have a cellular phone. Otherwise, you should proceed to a well-lighted public place where there are other people present. |
| Q. | How do I sign up for public safety text alerts and notifications? |
| A. | The police and fire departments subscribe to a serve called NIXLE. Persons wishing to sign up for text alerts and email notifications may do so at www.nixle.com. Subscription is free and all subscriber information is confidential. |
| Q. | Where do I go to obtain a firearms permit? |
| A. | You must complete a firearms application at the Munster Police Department in order to get a firearms permit.
1. The application must be filled out completely and either TYPED or PRINTED legibly. ALL questions must be answered. An arrest for any violation including traffic offenses must be listed.
2. All applications, including renewals, must have a full set of fingerprints. Fingerprinting must be done between the hours of 8:30am and 4:00pm, Monday through Friday. Fingerprinting cannot be done while we have an individual in custody.
3. All applications, including renewals, must be properly notarized. There is a notary in the Police Department between the above mentioned hours.
4. APPLICATIONS FOR HUNTING AND/OR TARGET PRACTICE
A certified check or money order in the amount of $5 made payable to the State of Indiana must accompany the application.
A processing fee of $10 payable by certified check, money order, or cash must accompany the application. If the fee is paid by certified check or money order, it must be made papyable to the Munster Police Department, Firearms Training Fund. Two first class postage stamps must be included with the application.
5. APPLICATIONS FOR PERSONAL PROTECTION (UNLIMITED LICENSE)
A certified check or money order in the amount of $15 made payable to the State of Indiana must accompany the application.
A processing fee of $10 payable by certifed check, money order, or cash must accompany the application. If the fee is paid by certified check or money order, it must be made payable to the Munster Police Department, Firearms Training Fund. Two first class postage stamps must be included with the application.
Return all copies of the application along with the postage stamps and the appropriate fees to the Munster Police Department for processing.
7. Following a records check and final review, if the application is approved, it will be forwarded to the Indiana State Police for granting and issuance of such license.
Note: Any person convicted of a felony of giving false information or offering false evidence to obtain a firearms permit is subject to imprisonment of up to five (5) years and a fine of up to $10,000. Firearms application are public records and are available to public scrutiny.
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| Q. | To whom do I call to report a spill or leak of hazardous materials? |
| A. | Spills or leaks of Hazardous material should be reported to the Fire Department by calling the emergency 911 number. |
| Q. | Are burglar alarms required? |
| A. | No, burglar alarms are not required by Town of Munster Code. However, in certain types of businesses, an alarm is advisable as a deterrent and for prompt detection of burglary. Registration for alarms can be done through the Police Department. |
| Q. | Is there a charge for malfunctioning alarms? |
| A. | Yes, there is a charge for malfunctioning alarms. Any alarm user that has more than two (2) false alarms in any calendar year will be fined for each additional false alarm unless the alarm is cancelled before the Town responds. |
| Q. | Who should I call when there is an animal complaint (Re: Nuisance Complaints - barking dogs, animal depositing waste in neighboring yards, neigbor letting dog run loose, etc)? |
| A. | All non-emergency calls should be directed to the Community Service Officer at 836-6659. |
| Q. | What should be done with dead animals? |
| A. | Contact the Community Service Officer at 836-6659, and they will contact the Humane Society. |
| Q. | What should be done with an injured or wounded animal? |
| A. | Contact the Community Service Officer at 836-6659. |
| Q. | Are there limits on the number and types of animals a person can have in his/her home? |
| A. | The code allows residents to license three (3) animals. |
| Q. | What should be done with lost animals? |
| A. | Residents should call the Community Service Officer at 836-6659 and the Humane Society at922-3811. |
| Q. | Where do I go to report lost or stolen property? Where do I go to see if anyone has found lost or stolen property? |
| A. | Call the police department at 219-836-6600 |
| Q. | What are the Town's requirements for registration of a bicycle? |
| A. | Every bicycle either owned by a resident of the Town of Munster or stored within the Town (except bicycles held primarily for resale in the ordinary course of business) shall be registered and licensed. The bicycles need to be registered at the Police Department. |
| Q. | What is the Town's Ordinance concerning blight? |
| A. | Section 18-24 states that the failure to maintain houses, buildings, or structures, or real estate, shall be in violation if the lack of maintenance results in any of the following: 1. Structural deterioration rendering the house unsafe; 2. An unsafe or unhealthy condition of public utilities used in connection with the house, building or structure; 3. The existence of a usage conducive to the propagation of illness or disease; and/or; 4. A gross or notorious state of general disrepair or dilapidation, or an imminent hazard to public health, safety and welfare, such that a blight on the neighborhood exists causing economic devaluation of surrounding properties. |
| Q. | How do I learn more about securing my home and protecting myself of the street? |
| A. | Contact the Police Department at 836-6654 for more information. |
| Q. | Where are fines paid? |
| A. | Traffic tickets, fines and parking tickets can be paid in the Customer Service Center, 1005 Ridge Road. If you have any questions, call the Clerk-Treasurer's Office at 836-6940. |
| Q. | Where do I report damaged or missing traffic control signs? |
| A. | Since damaged or missing traffic control signs can become a serious traffic hazard, problems should be reported immediately to the Munster Police Department. The Police will assess the situation and notify Public Works maintenance personnel if necessary. |
| Q. | How can I get a tour of the Munster Town Hall, Fire Department and Police Department? |
| A. | All Town Departments can provide tours. If you want a Town Hall tour, contact the Clerk-Treasurer's Office at 836-6940. However, you must contact the Town Manager's Office to arrange a tour in advance for all other Departments. Tours can be scheduled by contacting the Fire Department at 836-6960 and/or the Police Department at 836-6600. |
| Q. | Where can I obtain handicapped parking stickers/cards? |
| A. | Temporary handicapped stickers may be obtained at the Munster Police Department. Permanent handicapped identification cards may be obtained from the Auto License Branch. |
| Q. | What do I do when I am locked out of my vehicle? |
| A. | Locked vehicles are classified as emergency or non-emergency situations. An emergency situation involves any threat to life as a child locked inside a car, a person alone after dark, or an adult without the capacity to let himself out. In an emergency situation, call 911. For non-emergency situations (no threat to life) call a locksmith. |
