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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-25-2008COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSONVILLE, INDIANA February 25, 2008 The Common Council of the City of Jeffersonville, Indiana met in regular session in Room 101, City Hall, 500 Quartermaster Court, Jeffersonville, Indiana, a[ 7:30 P.M. on Monday February 25, 2008. Mayor Tom Galligan, with Clerk Treasurer Peggy Wilder at the desk, called the meeting to order. Also present were City Attorney Darren Wilder and Deputy Clerk "Freasurer Barbara Hollis. Mayor Galligan welcomed all in attendance, asking all [hose present to stand as Councilperson Samuel gave the invocation. Mayor Galligan then asked all those present [o join him in [he pledge of allegiance to the flag. The roll was called and those present were; Councilpersons Mike Smith, Ed Zastawny, Keith Fetz, Connie Sellers, Barbara Wilson, Nathan Samuel, and Ron Grooms. Absent: None. Following discussion, Councilperson Grooms made the motion to approve [he agenda with the addition of #1 IA, SRF Sewer Bond, second by Councilperson Samuel, passing on a vote of 7-0. Mayor Galligan presented the minutes for consideration. Councilperson Wilson made the motion to approve the minutes of [he meeting of January 28, 2008 (7:30 P.M J with the addition of showing Mayor Galligan absent, second by Councilperson Sellers, passing on a vote of 7-0. Councilperson Wilson made the motion to approve the minutes of the meeting of January 28, 2008 (5:30 P.M.), second by Councilperson Sellers, passing on a vote of 7-0. Councilperson Grooms made the motion to approve the minutes of the meting of February 4, 2008 (7:30 P.MJ with the addition of showing Mayor Galligan absent, second by Council President Zastawny, passing on a vote of 7-0. Councilperson Sellers made the motion to approve the minutes of the February 4, 2008 (7:00 P.MJ meeting, second by Council President Zastawny, passing on a vote of 7-0. Clerk Treasurer Wilder presented the claim list for consideration by the Council. Following discussion Councilperson Samuel made the motion to approve the claims as presented sewnd by Councilperson Grooms, passing on a vote of 7-0. February 25, 2008 2 PUBLIC COMMENT: Mr. Ron Smith hopes all had a good time on the "nice" trip ro New Orleans for 16 people that cost $36,000. He said there is a definite need fora [ravel ordinance with teeth. lie is not happy with his 67% increase in property taxes. Due to the annexations he feels the spending will be scrutinized. Mr. Mike Moore thanked the Council for allowing him to proceed with procuring a sponsor for the Little League Field. There is a new sponsor. The field will now be known as Woehrle Field. John and Shirley Woehrle have pledged $10,000 a year for three years. Mr. Moore noted many of the things Mc And Mrs. Woehrle have done for the community. Mr. Moore feels public comment is very valuable. Mr. Derek Spence feels that public comment is one of the best parts of City Government. He asks that limits not be put on what can be said. Mr. Mike Hutt said Mr. Spence took a lot of his thunder. Mr. Hutt asked who sponsored the Ordinance Regulating Travel And Travel Expenses. Councilperson Sellers said she would take responsibility for it. Mr. Hutt noted the cameras in [he room ace not being used. Council President Zastawny noted the camera broadcasting [o the Internet is working. Councilperson Fetz said the company is coming back to train IT Director Hazdy. Clerk Treasurer Wilder noted the equipment is used during other meetings. COUNCIL COMMENT: Councilperson Grooms thanks John and Shirley Woehrle. He appreciates all they do. Mayor Galligan noted John Woehrle has been a tremendous asset to the City. He will send a letter of thanks. DEPARTMENT HEAD REPORTS: There were no Department Head reports. AGENDA I"FEMS: Councilperson Grooms reviewed the changes [o Ordinance No. 2008-OR-2, An Ordinance Amending 2007-OR-9Q Which Amends 2007-OR-87A, Which Amends 2007-OR-82, Which Amends Ordinance 2007-OR-48, An Ordinance Fixing Basic Salaries Of Appointed Officers And Employees Of The City Of Jeffersonville, Indiana For The Year 2008. Councilperson Grooms made the motion to pass Ordinance No. February 25, 2008 3 2008-OR-2 on the third reading, second by Councilperson Wilson, passing on a vote of 7- 0. Mr. John Seever, C.P.A. with Umbaugh and Associates, presented and explained Ordinance No. 2008-OR-9, An Ordinance Of The City Of Jeffersonville Authorizing The Issuance Of Sewage Works Revenue Bonds For The Purpose Of Providing Funds To Pay The Cost Of Certain Additions, Extensions And Improvements To The Municipal Sewage Works Of Said City, Providing For The Safeguazding Of The Interests Of The Owners Of Said Bonds, Other Matters Connected Therewith, Including The Issuance Of Notes In Anticipation Of Bonds, And Repealing Ordinance Inconsistent Herewith. Mr. Seever stressed the importance of closing the SFR Bonds this quarter. Following all discussion, Councilperson Samuel made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 2008-OR-9 on the first reading, second by Councilperson Sellers, passing on a vote of 7-0. Councilperson Fetz made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 2008-OR-4, An Ordinance Establishing The Jeffersonville Pazks Commission And Rescinding Ordinance No. 83-OR-18 Entitled: "An Ordinance Concerning Public Parks And Recreation In The City Of Jeffersonville, Indiana, As Authorized by IC 36-10.3" on the third reading, second by Councilperson Wilson. Council President Zastawny would like to make an amendment on page 11 to allow for a total of seven members, adding two to be appointed by the Mayor. This would allow for more to get involved. Councilperson Sellers feels two from the outside might give a better perspective. Councilperson Smith would like to see a breakdown in the chain of command. Following discussion, Councilperson Wilson withdrew her second and Councilperson Fetz withdrew his motion. Council President Zastawny made the motion [o table Ordinance No. 2008-OR-4, second by Councilperson Grooms, passing on a vote of 7-0. This will be discussed at a workshop next Monday. Councilperson Sellers made the motion [o pass Ordinance No. 2008-OR-1Q, An Ordinance Regulating Travel And Travel Expenses For Ciry Employees, Elected Officials And Lame Duck Elected Officials And Deparhnent Heads on the first reading, second by Councilperson Smith, passing on a vote of 7-0. A committee of Councilperson Samuel, Sellers, and Smith will review the Ordinance. Councilperson Sellers will chair the commirtee. February 25, 2008 4 Councilperson Samuel introduced Ordinance No. 2008-OR-11, An Ordinance Prohibiting The Sale And Distribution Of Novelty Lighters In The City Of Jeffersonville, Indiana, reading the definition of novelty lights. Councilperson Samuel introduced Fire Department Major Jason Sharp who urged the Council to pass this Ordinance. Major Sharp passed out samples of novelty lights and showed a video. Councilperson Saeauel ~5'~,, ~~ made the motion to suspend the rules for Ordinance No. 2008-OR-11, second by Councilperson Sellers, passing on a vote of 7-0. Councilperson Samuel [hen made [he motion to pass Ordinance No. 2008-OR-11 on all three readings, second by Councilperson Wilson, passing on a vote of 7-0. Councilperson Fetz thanked Councilpersons Samuel and Smith and Major Sharp. Major Sharp thanked the Council for their support. Councilperson Grooms explained the need for passage of Resolution No. 2008-R- 8, A Resolution To Advertise For An Additional Appropriation (EDIT Fund - IT Department). There followed a discussion regarding the off-site storage of backup tapes. Councilperson Grooms made the motion to pass Resolution No. 2008-R-8, second by Councilperson Wilson, passing on a vote of 7-0. Councilperson Fetz made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 2008-OR-12, An Ordinance Of Additional Appropriation (EDIT Fund - Pazks Department Mowers), on the first reading, second by Councilperson Wilson, passing on a vote of 7-0. Councilperson Fetz introduced Ordinance No. 2008-OR-13, An Ordinance Rescinding Ordinance Number 00-OK-026 "Ordinances Prohibiting Leasing Of City Property Beneath The Kennedy Bridge During Thunder". Events Coordinator Bev Knight noted this would allow the City to have control to have proper procedures followed. The Health Department will cooperate. Following discussion, Councilperson Fetz made the motion ro pass Ordinance No. 2008-OR-13 on [he first reading, second by Councilperson Zastawny, passing on a vote of 7-0. Councilperson Sellers presented Ordinance No. 2008-OR-14, An Ordinance Rescinding Ordinance No. 68-OR-10 An Resolution 00-R-010 And Ordinance 93-OR- 023 And Resolution 1993-R-004 An Ordinance Establishing Rules Of Order And Procedures For Public Comment At Meetings Of The 7effersomille City Council. Councilperson Sellers made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 2008-OR-14 on the first February 25, 2008 5 reading amending [o allow for non-agenda item comment, second by Councilperson Grooms, passing on a vote of 7-0. CLERK TREASURER COMMENTS: There were no Clerk Treasurer Comments. COMMITTEE REPORTS, COUNCIL AND MAYOR COMMENTS: Councilperson Samuel as liaison to the Fire Department thanked [he department for the presentation on novelty lighters. The two new trucks have been received. He would like to review and prioritize the F,DIT Fund list, asking Clerk Treasurer Wilder for an excel spreadsheet for EDIT. Councilperson Samuel noted the need to be on [op of the Park and Ride area. Mayor Galligan said it would be bid this spring. Councilperson Samuel asked about the zoning update. Mayor Galligan reported it is on schedule. Councilperson Grooms said the Finance Committee would meet with the Mayor and Department Heads on Mazch 6. Councilperson Grooms would like to have a discussion of the plans for the building with Mr. Leaven and Ms Brown of Southern Indian Minority Enterprise. The deeds and abstracl's for the CSX Railroad property have been turned over to Planning and Zoning Director Jim Urban. There is a possible opening on the Ciry Hall Building Authority. Councilperson Grooms said it is good to see Ms. Lisa Gill and all here tonight. He thanks Officer Grimes and JHS video expert Sperzel for their time. Councilperson Wilson noted the Animal Shelter committee met today. She asks all to keep in mind the golf toumamenC scheduled fox June 14, 2008. The incinerator should be here March 17. Councilperson Sellers asked if the Drainage Board appointments need to be made again since the passage of the Drainage Ordinance. Attorney Darren Wilder said they would probably have to be reappointed. Councilperson Fetz presented a Fieldhouse use report. The building is in need of updates. Councilperson Fetz also presented a statement read before each New Albany Council meeting regarding public comment. Councilperson Smith thanked Deputy Clerk Treasnrer Patti Smith for the information on the credit cards. He will be looking for a list of tax abatements. Councilperson Smith reminded all of the Polaz Plunge this Saturday. February 25, 2008 6 Council President Zastawny reported the Redevelopment Commission received a proposal from Jacobi, Toombs, and Lanz for Veteran Parkway improvements. Council President Zastawny asked about the rop 20 vendors and payroll Clerk Treasurer Wilder said she would have it for him on Wednesday. The City will have public information meetings in the Jeffersonville High School Auditorium on March 18 at 7:00 P.M, and on March 22, at 10:00 A.M. The Council will hold a workshop on March 3, 2008 at 6:00 P.M. to discuss [he Parks Ordinance, and on Mazch 17, at 6:00 P.M. ro heaz from Southern Indiana Minority. He requests the cell phone list. Mayor Galligan reported the meeting with EPA regarding Sewers and CSO's wen[ well. They ace working through some issues. The goal is to eliminate CSO's. The conference table was full The annexation case was dismissed today. There is a need to communicate services. There is a need for an open dialogue. He is hoping for good relations. As there was no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned 9:20 P.M. ~,^ 4_'"-' `~ THOMAS R. GAL IGAN, YOR ATTEST: ~~ L~~~ PEGGY~~ILDER, CLERK AND TREASURER