HomeMy WebLinkAbout10-06-2008 SPECIALJEFFERSONVILLE CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL SESSION
Monday, October 6, 2008 - 6:00 P.M.
City Hall Council Chambers, Room 101
The Common Council of the City of Jeffersonville met in Special Session on Monday,
October 6, 2008. Council President Ed Zastawny called the meeting to order at 6:05
P.M., and on call of the roll those members present were: Councilpersons Ed Zastawny,
Ron Grooms, Barbaza Wilson, Mike Smith, Keith Fetz, and Nathan Samuel. Also present
were Council Attorney Iarry Wilder and Deputy Clerk Treasurer Barbara Hollis.
Following discussion Councilperson Grooms made the motion to approve the agenda
with the following additions; #9, Mindy Christian regarding radios, #1Q, CooperaCive
Consent, #11, Overtime and FEMA update, #12, gasoline appropriation, #13, merit
boazds, and #7A, pre-approval of Parks Authority claims, second by Councilperson
Samuel, passing on a vote of 6-0.
Parks Authority Claims
Councilperson Grooms made [he motion to give preliminary approval for the September
30, 2008 Parks claims as presented, second by Councilperson Samuel, passing on a vote
of 6-0
Councilperson Sellers arrived at 6:15 P.M.
TIF Funds
Redevelopment Director Gayle Robinson appeared before the Council to request
approval far the use of Harbor Falls TIF funds as follows; $33,966.25 for landscape
lighting, and $12,000 to the Walker Group for a parking study. At the conclusion of all
discussion, Councilperson Samue] made the motion to allow the expenditures as
requested, second by Councilperson Fetz, passing on a vote of 7-0.
Emergency Radios
Planning and Zoning Director Jim Urban has talked with Emergency Director Mindy
Christian regarding emergency radios. There has been approval for $3,678. There is a
need for 17 radios. Director Christian will check to see if the tower has a backup
generator. Councilperson Samuel questioned the Fire Department radios.
Mayor Galligan arrived at 6:25 P.M.
Director Christian said the Police or Fire Departments offered no funding. Councilperson
Sellers made the motion [o pass Resolution No. 2008-R-25, A Resolution [o Advertise
For An Additional Appropriation (Gaming Revenue - $13,000), second by Councilperson
Grooms, passing on a vote of 7-0.
Cooperative Consent
Planning and Zoning Director Urban reviewed a proposal for an interlocal agreement
between the City and Greater Clark County Schools, reviewing a map of the proposed
azea. The areas are Wilson School Road and 10'" Street at the Administration Building.
Overtime and FEMA
Director Urban announced the meeting with FEMA went well and feels overtime money
expended during the recent storm may be recoverable. There is a need to make sure all
proper forms are completed by category.
Gasoline Appropriation
Vehicle Maintenance Director Mike Drury informed the Counci] the fuel appropriation in
$31,500 in the red. He estimates the need fox $150,000 for the rest of [he year.
Following discussion, Councilperson Grooms made the motion to pass Resolution No.
2008-R-26, A Resolution To Advertise for An Additional Appropriation (Gaming
Revenue - $150,000), second by Councilperson Feta, passing on a vote of 7-0.
Merit Boards
Council President Zastawny noted if a merit board is put in place it must start January 1.
Council Attorney Wilder explained the procedure and time frame that needs to be
followed. Council President Zastawny said be aware the Council has to be asked to vote
by October 22, 2008.
Other Discussion
Councilperson Sellers requested permission to attend a conference on systematic
inspection in Wisconsin The requesC is for $795 registration fee, lodging, and airfare.
Following discussion, Councilperson Samuel made the motion to approve the request to
travel, paid from Council travel budget, second by Councilperson Fetz, passing on a vote
of 6-0-1. Councilperson Sellers abstained.
Communications Director Iarry Thomas has been considering a newsletter, introducing
Dave Shahroude. Mr. Shahroude reviewed a proposal to generate revenue by obtaining
sponsors for a newsletter. Councilperson Samuel questioned the cost to the City. Mr.
Shahroude suggests the City hire him as a Sponsorship Director for the newsletter,
Riverstage and other projects. He would consider being a City employee or a contract.
Director Thomas encourages this.
Mayor Galligan informed the Council consideration is being given [o move Safety Town
to Ciry Services.
Ethics Board Chairman Derek Spence noted Ethics Boazd appointments are up.
Councilperson Fetz made the motion to reappoint Rachel Tluasher to the Ethics Boazd,
second by Councilperson Sellers. Councilperson Samuel said he would like to be
informed of this type of vote ahead of time. The motion passed on a vote of 7-0.
Councilperson Grooms made [he motion to reappoint Ron Glass to the Ethics Board,
second by Councilperson Wilson, passing on a vote of 7-0.
Councilperson Grooms made the motion to adjourn at 7:22 P.M., second by
Councilperson Samuel passing on a vote of 7-0.
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Council President Ed Za y
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Clerk~Pc asurer Peggy Wilder