The Batesville Board of Public Works and Safety meets the 2nd Monday of each month at 6:30pm.
Consisting of three members, the Board of Public Works and Safety is responsible for law enforcement and fire protection as specified in I.C. 36-8. They also oversee streets, sanitation, transportation, and sewers.
Current members:

Bill Hartman
Mayoral appointment, Board of Works, 1/1/2025-12/31/2025

Brad Dreyer
District 4; Mayoral Appointment Planning Commission 1/1/2025 - 12/31/2025; Board of Public Works & Safety, 1/1/2025 - 12/31/2025

John Irrgang (R)
Mayor; Planning Commission-Annual 2025; Board of Public Works-Annual 2025; Industrial Park Commission-Term; Technical Advisory Committee-Annual 2025; Economic Development-3 Year Term1/2024-12/31/26; Redevelopment Commission-Annual 2025; Rural Fire Department-Term
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