HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-12-2008Jeffersonville Parks Authority
Meeting Minutes
Monday, May 12, 2008
The 7effersonville Pazks Authority met in regulaz session in the Mayor's
Conference Room in City Hall, Jeffersonville, Indiana, on Monday May 12, 2008 at 7:00
P.M. Pazks Authority President Ron Grooms called [he meeting to order at 7:00 P.M.
asking all to join in the pledge of allegiance to the flag. Councilpersons Mike Smith, Ed
Zastawny, Keith Fetz, Connie Sellers, Bazbaza Wilson, and Ron Grooms were present.
Councilperson Na[han Samuel was absent. Also present were: Mayor Tom Galligan,
Pazks Superintendent Bob Manor, Event Coordinator Beverly Knigh[, Council Attomey
Larry Wilder, Communications Director Larry Thomas, and Deputy Clerk Treasurer
Barbara Hollis.
The minutes of March 11, 2008 were presented for approval. Councilperson Fetz
made the motion to approve the minutes as presented, second by Council President
Zastawny, passing on a vote of 6-0.
No public comment was voiced.
The claim list was presented for consideration. The Parks Authority Advisory
Boazd has approved the claim list. Councilperson Zastawny made the motion to approve
the claims as presented, second by Councilperson Fetz, passing on a vote of 6-0.
Council Attomey Larry Wilder explained changes to the Riverstage entertainment
contracts. Following discussion, Councilperson Zastawny made the motion to give
Mayor Galligan and Pazks Authority President Ron Grooms the authority to sign 15
contracts for entertainment on the Riverstage, second by Councilperson Fetz, passing on
a vote of 6-0.
Following discussion, Councilperson Zastawny made the motion to approve
payment of $20.00 per member, for meeting attendance a[ each Pazks Authority or Pazks
Authority Advisory Boazd meeting, second by Councilperson Fetz, passing on a vote of
6-0. Councilperson Zastawny then made the motion to approve the payment of $100.00
per meeting to be paid to Barbara Hollis for taking the minutes at the Pazks Authority
meetings, second by Councilperson Sellers, passing on a vote of 6-0. Councilperson
Zastawny inquired about meeting attendance. Parks Superintendent Manor said
attendance was good with all but one member in attendance. Events Coordinator Knight
also reported good attendance with al] but one attending. There is a vacancy on [he
program board. It was suggested a senior citizen be appointed.
Mayor Galligan and Superintendent Manor said the Facilities Superintend does
not have a vehicle. A vehicle with the ability to pull a trailer is needed. Councilperson
Smith expressed concern that the annexation study includes nothing for the Pazks. The
purchase of a new or used vehicle was discussed. At the conclusion of all discussion,
Coancilperson Sellers made the motion to pursue Che purchase of a vehicle, not to exceed
$24,000.00 from the EDIT Fund, second by Councilperson Zastawny, passing on vote of
6-0. Councilperson Zastawny asked if it was too late to add something to the annexation
plan for [he Pazks. Mayor Galligan said he has talked with Father Tom regazding leasing
cemetery property for a park. Council Attorney Wilder reminded the Council there
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would be only one opportunity to request an excess lery. It is important to make sure all
is included.
Discussion followed of the continuing saga of the JCCYFL, including the concern
for the handling of the money. Assistant Park Superintendent Ricky Romans is running
the league. At the conclusion of all discussion, Councilperson Fetz made the motion that
the City is to move forwazd to control all functions of JCCYFL and all money to be
controlled by the Parks Department beginning immediately, second by Councilperson
Zastawny, passing on a vote of 6-0.
Superintendent Manor reported this is a busy time of the year. Riverstage has
been moved in, all leagues aze active, the Colston Park press box is complete, and the
swimming pool is to be pumped out tomorrow. It is busy, but all is going good.
Clazksville Little League is using the Jeffersonville facilities at no chazge.
Superintendent Manor reviewed the quotes received for repairs at Nachand Fieldhouse.
Following discussion, Councilperson Zastawny made the motion to approve up to $5,100
for fieldhouse repairs to be paid from line #362, repairs building and structures, second
by Councilperson Sellers, passing on a vote of 6-0.
City Council Attorney Larry Wilder has reviewed the lease agreement with the
Little League. Following discussion, Councilperson Sellers made the motion to approve
the lease rental agreement between the City of Jeffersonville and Little League, second
by Council President Zastawny, passing on a vote of 6-0. Mayor Galligan recognized
Mr. Paul Northam for running the league with no problems and helping Clarksville.
Council President Zastawny will get a plague.
City Council Attorney Wilder has reviewed license agreements for music.
Following discussion, Council President Zastawny made the motion to approve the
agreements, second by Councilperson Fetz, passing on a vote of 6-0.
Councilperson Fe[z noted the need to replace Mr. Kevin LaGrange as the
appointment to the Boazd of Zoning Appeals. Councilperson Fetz then made [he motion
to appoint Councilperson Samuel to the Boazd of Zoning Appeals, second by Council
President Zastawny, saying he feels it is good [o have a Councilperson as the
appointment. The motion passed on a vote of 5-l. Councilperson Smith voted in
opposition, as Councilperson Samuel is not present
Council President Zastawny would like to get the big picture for Parks items.
Mayor Galligan is working on this. Councilperson Grooms would like to make sure all is
included for the excess levy appeal.
Councilperson Fetz noted the need to have income producing events.
Mayor Galligan noted talk about consolidating Planning and Zoning and
dispatching.
Councilperson Grooms noted the bathrooms for the Concerts in the Pazk aze
working well. Mayor Galligan noted the need to block Court and Wall. The concrete
will be done this week on one side. Councilperson Smith asked about talking to Chase
Bank and Life Spring for a permanent building.
Councilperson Grooms noted the concern for the cost and use of gasoline. Mayor
Galligan said he is doing all he can to control use. Park Superintendent Manor does have
controls.
Councilperson Grooms has received a request from AARP for signage for the Ken
Ellis Center. He would like to have a nice sign. Mayor Galligan will work on this.
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Councilperson Wilson asked if Council Attorney Wilder would check with Mr.
Nolin regarding a location for a restroom
Councilperson Smith suggested the Old Masonic Lodge be used for Jeffersonville
City Court.
Council President Zastawny made the motion to adjourn at 8:15 P.M., second by
Councilperson Sellers, passing on a vote of 6-0.
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