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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBPW December 10, 2025 CITY OF JEFFERSONVILLE BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS MINUTES December 10, 2025 PRESENT(IN PERSON): Andy Crouch, City Engineer, Rob Waiz, Redevelopment Director, Bill Dixon Assistant City Engineer, Shawn Grant Jeffersonville Fire Chief, Jason Sharp Jeffersonville Assistant Fire Chief, Scott McVoy Jeffersonville Police Chief, Yvonne Dowd Assistant City Controller, Clark Miles, Sanitation Director, Kevin Morlan Street Department Commissioner, Michael O'Brien Vehicle Maintenance Director, Chad Reischl Planning &Zoning Director, Elisha Ellis Sewer billing Manager, , Larry Wallace Building Commissioner, Matt Dyer, IT Director, Brian Smith Safety Director, Kim Calabro Human Resources, Len Ashack Wastewater Director, Paul Northam Parks Director, Amber Ridings Assistant Parks Director, Kristie Ashcraft Animal Shelter Director, Lisa Gill Jeffersonville City Clerk, Christy O'Neil Executive Assistant to Mayor,Jay Thompson, Assistant Wastewater Director, Katie Sutter Pro Media. PRESENT(VIRTUAL): CALL TO ORDER Rob Waiz Redevelopment Director called the meeting to order at 9:30 a.m. in the Mayor's Conference Room in City Hall. The meeting was held in person and streamed on the City's Website. Clark Miles and Andy Crouch served on the board. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: Mr. Crouch made the motion to approve the minutes from December 3, 2025, Mr. Miles seconded the motion; motion passed, 3-0. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL: Mr. Crouch made the motion to approve the payroll. Mr. Miles seconded the motion; motion passed, 3-0. OLD BUSINESS: Nothing at this time. NEW BUSINESS: 1. Les Merkley—Larry Wallace/Bing Lovan—19 Louise Street Hearing to review of compliance with the building commissioner code enforcement regarding 19 Louise Street, Homeowner Danny Lee and Linda K. Pierson. This matter before you today is because code enforcement has been working with the homeowner to get property cleaned up, but as of now it is still not up to code, says Les Merkley. Les Merkley: Bing have you been to this residence? Bing Lovan, Code Enforcement: Yes, I have, and have had ongoing issues since 2023. Les Merkley: Can you tell us a description of the property? Bing Lovan: The pictures you have were taken yesterday, December 9, 2025 Les Merkley: Did you take the pictures? Bing Lovan: Yes, I did take the pictures Les Merkley: Was you on the property of 19 Louise St? Bing Lovan: No, I was in the neighbor's yard looking into 19 Louise St. Les Merkley: Do you feel this property is a nuisance? Bing Lovan: yes, I do. Les Merkley: Is there anyone here representing this property? Danny Pierson: Yes, I am here Les Merkley: State your name and address please Danny Pierson: My name is Danny Pierson, 19 Louise Street. Les Merkley: Do you have anything to say at this time? Danny Pierson: I was in a very dark place with grief, I lost my job, and lost my wife and just starting picking up bicycles to repair and give them away and I just have too many. I spent 60 years as a head bicycle mechanic at Falls City. I have been in process of getting rid of it all, as of today I have given away 350 bicycles to Floyd County Fire Department and I have a signed letter stating that. You all have fined me recently for my yard being like this and I have paid it so by taking money from me it makes me not able to fix up the bikes. And actually they listed that fine improperly, and my attorney, Mitch Harlan said I should ask for a refund, but at this time I will not being doing that. I have been seeking help for my grief and I am embarrassed as to how this looks right now but I am trying. As you can see in the pictures I have four different racks for the bicycles and all of them are within the racks. I also have a collection of motorcycles that I have gotten rid of, except for my Harley. Everything is going out. I have worked with Larry previously on this and he told me he didn't care about the box trailers on concrete pads, but along come Bing and he cares, so not sure what needs to be done to make them happy. Michael O'Brien: When I was working in code enforcement I dealt with this property and that was 2017. Les Merkley: When did you lose your job Mr. Pierson? Danny Pierson: I am not sure why you need to know that, so I will not be answering. Les Merkley: Well, I believe you have had enough time and good weather in the last 10 years this yard could have been cleaned up. Danny Pierson: this is the first time I have had to come here before this board, and they had never viewed my backyard until I let them back there. Les Merkley: My recommendation for this board is to deem this property a nuisance under 2010-OR-30, citing outdoor storage. Must have this cleaned up within 30 days, if not in compliance then the City will go in and abate. Fines of$100.00 will be assessed daily under property is in compliance. So moved says Mr. Crouch, seconded by Mr. Miles, motion carries 3- 0. 2. Laura Renwick—Indiana Landmarks I am requesting approval of contract between I ATTORNEYS REPORT: 4 I have nothing at this time, states Les Merkley, Corporate Counsel. RI ADJOURNMENT: With no further b ness, Mr. Crouch made a motion to adjourn at 9:52 a.m. Approved by: May r, Mike Moore Attest: Lisa Gill, City Clerk