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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11-16-1992COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSONVILLE, INDIANA NOVEMBER 16, 1992 The Common Council of the City of Jeffersonville met in regular session in Council Chambers in the City-County Building, Jeffersonville, Indiana, at 9:30 P.M. on the 16th day of November, 1998. Jr., with The meeting was called to order by Mayor Raymond J. Parker Clerk and Treasurer C. Richard Spencer Jr., at the desk. Mayor stand as asked all flag. Parker welcomed ali in attendance~ asking all those present to Councilperson Steven Stemler gave the invocation. He then those present to join him in the pledge of allegiance to the The roil was called and those present were Councilpersons Bill Wolpert, Andrew Williams III, Donna M. Frantz~ Peggy Knight Wilder, L. Marie Clapp, Robert C. Potter, and Steven R. Stemler. Absent: None. Mayor Parker presented the minutes of the meeting of November 2, 1992 for consideration by the Council. Councilperson Potter made the motion to approve the minutes as presented~ seconded by Councilperson Wolpert, and carried unanimously. Clerk and Treasurer Spencer presented the claim list along with an additional claim list for coqsideration by the Council. Following all discussion~ Councilperson Stemler made the motion to approve the claims as presented, seconded by carried unanimously. Mayor Parker introduced Mr. Phil answered questions regarding Resolution No. The Common Council Thereof And Filing Housing Provisions Councilperson Clapp and Bates who explained and 92-R-27~ Resolution Of Of The City Of Jeffersonville, Indiana, Approving Of A Final Application For The Federal Section 8 (Vouchers Program) By The Jeffersonville Housing Authority. At the conslution os all disqussion, Councilperson Potter made the motion to pass Resolution No. 9~-R-27, seconded by Councilperson Clapp and carried unanimously. PAGE B NOVEMBER 16, 1998 Ordinance No. 98-0R-60~ An Ordinance Rescinding Jeffersonville City Ordinance No. 8?-OR-?B was introduced. It was explained this was the recommendation of the Building Commission Office. Following discussion from the Council and the audience for and against this Ordinance, Councilperson Frantz made the motion to table Ordinance No. 92-0R-60, seconded by Councilperson Stemler and carried unanimously. The Council will look into this further. Attorney Gillenwater presented an Interlocal Agreement Regarding Waste Water Discharge From PQ Corporaiton. Mr. Robert Wallace of PQ Corporation explained the Clarksville Sewer System is not prepared to handle the volumn of waste water, however the new Jeffersonville Plant is. This would be an estimated $140,000 a year in revenue for Jeffersonville. This waste would have no odor and they are working toward zero affluent. Superintendent Tolliver explained PQ Corporation does have an active pre-treatment program that will be monitored. It is his opinion this would not cause any problems. Mr. Steve Kempf explained the discharge as a sand and soda ash combination. Ms. Betty Moss feels if this company wants to use the Jeffersonville sewer system they should locate in Jeffersonville and pay property taxes in Jeffersonville. Following all discussion~ Councilperson Potter made the motion to approve the Interlocal Agreement Regarding Waste Water Discharge From PQ Corportiaon, seconded by Councilperson Stemler and carried unanimously. 'Councilperson Potter presented an Ordinance Revoking Ordinance No. 84-0R-34 And Amendments Thereto~ stating Jeffersonville operated without a Historic District from 1802 to 1984. He further stated he is not oppossed to a Historic District~ however the Ordinance on the books is too restrictive to business. Attorney Gillenwater explained the right to appeal decisions of the Historic Board does not include the Council, the Board members have the final say. The Board is a non-elected body with great authority. Mr. Tom Kimmell asked what the difference is between the Historic Board and the Building Commission in this manner. Mr. Kimmell feels this would be a "giant step backwards". He knows of no business that has been kept from opening. Mr. Glen Muncy stated he has been kept from opening the LaRose Theatre by being refused permission to build a PAGE 3 NOVEMBER 16, 1992 marque. Mr. Jim Johns of Third Base Tavern stated he has been told "don't come back to us". The Board has imposed one fine, however this was forgiven. Ms. Diane Gagle representing the Jeffersonville Downtown Merchants Association stated the Association endorses the Historic Board. They would like to see the Ordinance enforced in a non-descriminate manner. The Association feels at least two of their members should be members of the Historic Board. Mr. Sonny Brewster explained Jeffersonville Main Street's poisition is that the Historic Board should remain. The current vacancy rate in downtown Jeffersonville is less than ?K. Mr. Brewster believes if the Baord is abolished it leaves no protection for business, there would be a lack of preservation of the buildings, and the image would be bad. Mr. Todd Zeigler of the Historic Landmark Association of Indiana~ urges the Council to keep the Board in place as the positive aspects far outweigh the negative. He gave examples and explanations of these. He also offered to conduct workshops and give advice free of charge. Councilperson Ciapp, as a member of the Board, offerred to step down to allow a merchant to take her place. There is currently a vacancy therefore another merchant could become a member. She would also like to see three additional non-voting members of the Board to include Ms. Holly Johnson, Main Street Director, Mr. Todd Zeigler, and an additional the Ordinance to meeting, seconded the need to have would be a vacant merchant. Councilperson Potter work on this and bring by Councilperson Frantz. merchants on the Board. lot at the not for the Historic Review this tonight. Mr. Jim Johns made the motion to table back to the December 14 Mr. Keith Stayton feels He further stated there corner of Chestnut and Spring if it were Board. He would like to see a vote on stated he is not against the Historic Review Board, but the way it is operated. All of this has come up due to neon lights inside buildings. Mr. Johns would like to know how far inside the building the Board has authocity as he has been told to turn off neon lights inside. Mr. Tom Kimmell offered to make available Preservation Station for a lunqh workshop to reach a middle ground. Mr. Keith Stayton feels the Board does not have a problem with neon, but feels a need for regulations. A survey will be PAGE ~ NOVEMBER t6~ 1998 conducted of the downtown merchants. Mr. Steve Rubin has a business downtown with neon inside. He has asked the Board to. advise him as to how far inside they can regulate this. He has received no response except to turn it off. He does not feel this is fair. He would like to know and he can get no response. Councilperson Frantz then withdrew her second~ This will be worked on. Mayor Parker Ordinance of Additional Councilperson Potter withdrew is motion to table. introduced Ordinance No. 92-0R-61, An Appropriation. Building Commissioner Gavin explained an emergency has developed due to the colapse of a 6 foot culvert. This is posing a danger to the street and two homes. Councilperson Wilder questioned if this could be due the developer not putting this in to standard. Commissioner Gavin said that can be pursued, however there is an emergency situation now as the gound is open. Mayor Parker explained there is no time to advertise as this has to be fixed. Council President Williams made the motion to suspend the rules for Ordinance No. 92-0R-61~ seconded by Councilperson Clapp and carried unanimously. Council President Williams then made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 92-0R-61 on all three readings~ seconded by Councilperson Clapp~ passing on the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilpersons Stemler~ Potter~ Wolpert~ Williams~ Frantz, Wilder~ and Clapp. Nays: None. Ordinance No. 9~-0R-6~, An Ordinance Transferring Certain Funds Within Same Department was introduced and discussed. Councilperson Clapp made the motion to suspend the rules for Ordinance No. 9~-0R-68~ seconded by Councilperson Potter and carried unanimously. Councilperson Clapp made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 92-0R-62 on all three readings, seconded by Councilperson Potter, passing on the following roll call vote: Ayes: Wolpert, Pot~er, Nays: Councilpersons and Stemler. None. Clapp, Wilder, Frantz, Williams, PAGE 5 NOVEMBER 16, 1998 Mayor Parker He then asked Parks Super intendent Jeffersonville which will take place P.M.. Councilperson Clapp $500 for a Christmas tree at commended Main Street on their recent honors. Caldwell to explain Light Up December q~ 1992 at 6:00 o'clock explained Main Street is in dire need of the end of Spring Street. Councilperson Clapp made the motion to donate $500 from the Council Promotion Fund and approve a claim for this purpose, seconded by Councilperson Stemler and carried unanimously. Mayor Parker explained it has been the decision of the Council to cancel the regular meetings scheduled for December ? and December 21 and hold one meeting on December 14, 1998. There will be a Redistricting meeting at 6:30 o~clock P.M. prior to the December 14~ 1992 meeting. Councilperson Frantz explained the Empty Stocking Fund has been dissolved and she is taking this project on. She asks for donations to be dropped off at the Fire Department or the County Recorder's Office. She is asking for new toys as there is not the help or the facilities to help. Councilperson Potter explained the Ogle Foundation has requested to meet with the Council on January 10, 1993 regarding a grant of $500,000 for the Riverfront. Councileprson Stemler explained the Council passed a Resolution in Support of a Bridge in February 1992. He has bumper stickers for those who wish to have them. There being no further business to come before the Council, Council President Williams moved to adjourn at 9:00 o'clock P.M. seconded by Councilperson Potter and unanimously carried. ATTEST: CLER~<'AND TREASUF~ C. RICED S~ENCER JR.