HomeMy WebLinkAboutNovember 17, 2008COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS OF THE
COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF JEFFERSONVILLE, INDIANA
November 17, 2008
The Common Council of the City of Jeffersonville, Indiana met in regular session
in Room 101, Ciry Hall, 500 Quartermaster Court, Jeffersonville, Indiana, at 7:30 P.M.
on Monday November 17, 2008.
Mayor Tom Galligan, with Deputy Clerk Treasurer Bazbaza Hollis at the desk,
called the meeting to order. Also present were Ciry Attorney Darren Wilder, Council
Attorney Larry Wilder, and Deputy Clerk Treasurer Tiffany Timberlake. Mayor Galligan
welcomed all in attendance, asking all [hose present to stand as Councilperson Samuel
gave the invocation. Mayor Galligan [hen asked all [hose present [o join him in the pledge
of allegiance to the flag.
The roll was called and those present were; Councilpersons Ed Zastawny, Keith
Petz, Connie Sellers, Barbara Wilson, Nathan Samuel, and Ron Grooms.
Absent: Councilperson Mike Smith.
Councilperson Fetz made the motion to table agenda item #11, and approve the
agenda as presented with that change, second by Councilperson Grooms, passing on a
vote of 6-0.
Mayor Galligan presented [he minutes for consideration. Councilperson Wilson
made the motion to approve the minutes of September 8, 2008 (7:30 P.M.) as presented,
second by Councilperson Sellers, passing on a vote of 6-0. Councilperson Wilson made
the motion to approve the minutes of September 9, 2008 (5:30 P.M J, second by Council
President Zastawny, passing on a vote of 6-0. Councilperson Wilson made the motion to
approve the minutes of October 6, 2008 (6:00 P.M.) as presented, second by Council
President Zastawny, passing on a vote of 6-0. Councilperson Wilson made the motion [o
approve the minutes of October 20, 2008 (6:30 P.M J, second by Councilperson Grooms,
passing on a vote of 6-0. Councilperson Wilson made the motion to approve the minutes
of October 20, 2008 (7:30 P.MJ as corrected, second by Councilperson Sellers, passing
on a vote of 6-0. Councilperson Wilson made [he motion to approve the minutes of
October 24, 2008 (5:30 P.M.), second by Councilperson Grooms, passing on a vote of 6-
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0. Coancilperson Wilson made the motion to approve the minutes of November 3, 2008
(7:30 P.MJ as presented, second by Councilperson Samuel, passing on a vote of 6-0.
Deputy Clerk Treasurer Hollis presented the claim list for consideration by the
Council. Councilperson Grooms noted the number of hash cans on this list should be
enough to provide for the annexed area. At the conclusion of all discussion,
Councilperson Samuel made the motion [o approve the claims as presented, second by
Council President Zastawny, passing on a vote of 6-0.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Mr. Mike Moore appeazed before the Council regarding the Little League Field
improvements. Mr. Moore has checked with the Parks Departments and has found the
$10,000 donated by John and Shirley Woherle is nearly gone, being used for routine
maintenance. This is a very nice facility. It was a big deal to get the $10,000. He does
not believe it was intended for maintenance. Mayor Galligan will look into this.
COUNCIL COMMENT:
Councilperson Grooms, as Chairman of [he Pazks Authority, will talk with Park
Superintendent Manor and reseazch the situation. Mayor Galligan said he did not
understand that the donation was for anything specific. He is trying to do the best that
can be done as the field is used all yeaz. Council President Zastawny would welcome [he
Little League Board to attend the Park Authority meeting.
DEPARFMENT HEAD REPORTS:
There were no Department Head reports.
AGENDA ITEMS:
Councilperson Wilson made [he motion to pass Ordinance No. 2008-OR-72, An
Ordinance Amending Ordinance 2006-OR-75 Ordinance Establishing Beautification (sic)
Committee Non-Reverting Fund, on the third reading, second by Council President
Zastawny, passing on a vote of 6-0.
Mr. Alan Applegate, Attorney representing BILDM, LLC, appeared before the
Council to request Ordinance No. 2008-OR-63, An Ordinance Vacating A Portion Of A
Drainage Easement, be tabled one more time. Council President Zastawny made the
motion to table Ordinance No. 2008-OR-63, second by Councilperson Sellers, passing on
a vote of 6-0.
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Following explanation, Councilperson Grooms made the motion to pass
Ordinance No. 2008-OR-64, An Ordinance Amending Basic Salaries Of Appointed
Officers And Employees Of The City Of Jeffersonville on the third readings, second by
Councilperson Fetz, passing on a vote of 6-0.
Deputy Hollis explained the need for passage of Ordinance No. 2008-OR-73, An
Ordinance Transferring Certain Funds Within Same Department (Clerk Treasurer).
Councilperson Fetz made [he motion to pass Ordinance No. 2008-OR-73 on the first
reading, second by Councilperson Sellers, passing on a vote of 6-0.
Councilperson Fetz explained the need for passage of Resolution No. 2008-R-35,
A Resolution Advocating A Hiring Freeze For 'The City Of Jeffersonville, Indiana.
Councilperson Fetz made the motion to pass Resolution No. 2008-R-35, second by
Councilperson Wilson, passing on a vote of 6-0.
Attorney Alan Applegate presented Ordinance No. 2008-OR-76, An Ordinance
Rezoning A 4.0 Acre Pazcel That Is Adjacent To The Property Located At 1309
Charlestown New Albany Pike Be Rezoned From Il (Business Park/Ligh[ Industrial) to
IS Qnstitutional), explaining the intent Council President Zastawny explained this is in
his Council District and he has received no opposition. Public comment was requested.
As no public comment was heard, Council President Zastawny made the motion to pass
Ordinance No. 2008-OR-76, second by Councilperson Sellers, passing on a vote of 6-0.
Councilperson Grooms presented Ordinance No. 2008-OR-74, An Ordinance Of
Appropriation Reduction, explaining this is an attempt to "close [he gap".
Approximately $1,000,000 has been cut. This is an attempt to live within the restraint of
the budget Councilperson Grooms made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 2008-OR-74
on the third reading, second by Council President Zastawny. Council President Zas[awny
noted funds have no[ been cut like some other communities. He [hanks Councilperson
Grooms and the Finance Committee, as well as Mayor Galligan and the Department
Heads for being committed. This has been a lot of hard work. The motion passed on a
vote of 6-0.
Deputy Hollis explained the need for passage of Ordinance No. 2008-OR-77, An
Ordinance Transferring Certain Funds Within Same Department (Annexation Fund).
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Councilperson Grooms made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 2008-OR-77 on the first
and second readings, second by Councilperson Samuel, passing on a vote of 6-0.
Deputy Hollis explained the need for passage of Ordinance No. 2008-OR-78, An
Ordinance Transferring Certain Funds Within Same Department (Police Department).
Council President Zastawny made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 2008-OR-78 on the
first and second readings, second by Councilperson Sellers, passing on a vote of 6-0.
CI„ERK TREASURER COMMENTS:
There were no Clerk Treasurer Comments.
COMMITTEE REPORTS, COUNCIL AND MAYOR COMMENTS:
Councilperson Samuel reported on a meeting he attended regazding the proposed
indoor facility. The intent is that the Pazks Authority will work with the Parks Advisory
Boazd. Funding was discussed, as well as the process and flow. Councilperson Samuel
announced the Jeff High School and Silver Creek girls basketball teams will be playing a[
the Fieldhouse Friday. This should be fun and exciting. One requirement is locker
rooms with running water. Stinnett RV will bring in an RV. He encourages all to go.
Councilperson Samuel inquired about [he new hire in [he Clerk Treasurer's Office.
Councilperson Sellers said interviews aze scheduled for Wednesday.
Councilperson Grooms proposes the Council meet Monday, November 24 at 6:00
P.M. ro adopt the 2009 Salary Ordinance and internal budgets. He suggests meetings be
advertised for Monday a[ 6:00 P.M. and Tuesday at 6:30 P.M. Councilperson Grooms
reminded all of the Ethics Commission appointment that is open. Councilperson Grooms
thanks Jeff Fligh Student Mat and the Police Department for their presence.
Councilperson Wilson reminds all of Light Up Jeff to be held on December 4,
2008.
Councilperson Fetz inquired of the status of the upgrade [o the Clerk Treasurer's
copy machine. Deputy Timberlake will check with IT Director Hardy. Councilperson
Fetz would urge Mc & Mrs. Woehrle to work with the committee regarding their
generous donation to ensure it is used to their specification. Mayor Galligan said these
are his sentiments exactly. Fle is trying to keep the fields in first-class shape.
Council President Zastawny reminded the Council [o be considering Merit Boazd
appointments.
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Mayor Galligan reported on the National League of Cities. He is on the
Environment and Energy Committee. FEMA is going to demand that floodwalls be
certified and tested. Mayor Galligan recommends the Corps of Engineers do this. He
does not know what this will cost If [he City does not comply, flood insurance would be
lost. Mayor Galligan appreciates the efforts of the Finance Committee, Bill Mattingly,
and the Department Heads for working to resolve the budget problems. He noted the
batting cages are wonderful, however they must pay for themselves. Everything from
now on has to be "pay as you go". Mayor Galligan appreciates Tom Lindley's interest
in helping put together [o Fieldhouse basketball game. Councilperson Fetz referred to the
travel Ordinance section regarding reporting thanking, Mayor Galligan for his report. He
requests a report from Councilperson Wilson. Mayor Galligan also reviewed his
attendance at the green roof seminar
As there was no further business to c me before [he Council, the meeting was
adjourned 5:30 P.M.
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THOMAS R. GALL G N, MAYOR
ATTEST:
PEGGY WILDER, CLERK AND TREASURER