HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-05-1996COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS OF THE
COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF JEFFERSONVILLE, INDIANA
FEBRUARY 5, 1996
The Common Council of the City of Jeffersonvllle met in
regular session in the Multi-Purpose Meeting Room in the City-County
Building, Jeffersonville, Indiana, at 7:30 P.M. on the 5th day of
February 1996.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Thomas R. Galligan,
with Clerk and Treasurer C. Richard Spencer Jr, at the desk. Mayor
Galligan welcomed all in attendance, asking all those present to stand
as Councilperson Ron Ellis gave the invocation. He then asked all
those present to Join him in the pledge of allegiance to the flag.
The roll was called and those present were Councllpersons
John Perkins, Ron Ellis, Donna M. Frantz, Barbara Wilson, Andrew
Williams III, and Vicky Conlin.
Absent: Councilperson Peggy Knight Wilder.
Mayor Galllgan presented the minutes of the meeting of
January 16, 1996 for consideration by the Council. Council President
Williams made the motion to approve the minutes as presented, seconded
by Councilperson Conlin and carried unanimously.
Clerk and Treasurer Spencer presented the claim list for
consideration by the Council along with two additional claims.
Following all discussion, Councilperson Perkins made the motion to
approve the claims as presented as well as the additional, seconded by
Council President Williams, passing unanimously.
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Council President Williams asked Steve Stemler, Bobby
Potter, and Bill Wolpert to present themselves in front of the desk
where he presented them each with a plaque for their outstanding
service and dedication as Councilpersons. Mayor Galligan
congratulated the three, wishing them good luck in the future.
Mr. John Montgomery, Attorney representing Mr. Jerry
Ramser, the owner of the Wall Street Cafe appeared before the Council
to request passage of Resolution No. 96-R-6, A Resolution Designating
Certain Areas With The City Of Jeffersonvllle, Indiana, As "Economic
Development Target Area". Attorney Montgomery presented the Council
with copies of a Resolution passed by the Jeffersonville Economic
Development Commission recommending the Council designate the parcel
located at the northeast corner of Wall and Maple Streets an economic
development target area pursuant to I.C. 6-1.1-12.1-7. Attorney
Montgomery has reviewed the property taxes paid the last five years on
the requested parcel and informed the Council more taxes will be paid
per year after the second year with a tax abatement. This will be the
first new building constructed in downtown Jeffersonvllle in many
years. Councllperson Perkins, stating he appreciates the figures
supplied by Attorney Montgomery, made the motion to pass Resolution
No. 96-R-6, seconded by Councllperson Conlin, passing unanimously.
Attorney Montgomery will make the publication and will be back before
the Council to request a tax abatement at the first meeting in March.
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Ms. Jackie James of PNC Bank and another representative
from Repair Affair appeared before the Council presenting a folder on
Repair Affair 1995, explaining the intent is to expand the project to
24 homes in 1996 with t0 of those
two events, one in June, the other
the 1995 projects was given. This is
goal is to revitalize neighborhoods.
Jeffersonville donate S7,500 to the
in Jeffersonvllle. There will be
in September. A review of some of
not a charity but a group whose
They are requesting The City of
1996 project. Mayor Galtigan
this is a
individuals.
of volunteers
servious consideration to the request
their dollars". ~ouncilperson Contin
referral for the 1995 project, the
explained the time to make this type of request is in the summer when
the budget for the next year is done. Councllperson Perkins has
talked with Steve Shetter, Chair, 1996 Repair Affair, and he does feel
worthwhile project that benefits neighborhoods and
He would be very supportive of the program. The number
is tremendous and he would like the Council to give
as they would "get a lot for
agrees saying she did give a
referral was interviewed and
although not chosen, the referral appreciated the interview. Council
President Williams feels this is a unique Joint venture and he
appreciated the follow-up report given last year. He also agrees with
the project. Councilperson Wilson would like to consider the request
at the next workshop. Mayor Galllgan again asked that the group
present themselves at budget time if they request funding for next
year. Ms. James did say there could be a "Council Team".
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Ms. Jennifer Mead of the the Department of Redevelopment
explained the fiscal plans for the annexation of areas 7 and 8 have
been done separately as area 7 needs to be complete before area 8 can
be considered due to continuity requirements. Annexation Area 7 is by
commercial zoning. A pledge has been given for Annexation 8 that
there will be no remonstrance from the developers.
the necessary steps that will have to be taken
regarding the location and make-up of the
Perkins expressed concern regarding the cost
areas. Councilperson Wilson believes a study has been done and it did
Ms. Mead explained
answering questions
areas. Councilperson
of annexing residential
Councilperson Perkins
the T.I.F. District.
as much residential
developers he
and industrial
as possible.
has talked with intend
development. The area
Mayor Gatligan said all the
to use the area for commercial
the district will include was
explained. Building Commissioner Gavin has received several requests
for changes in zoning along Highway 62. Mayor Galligan explained
there will be no increment for residential areas, only commercial and
industrial. Councilperson Perkins than expressed concern for any
show it would be beneficial.
Ms. Mead then explained Resolution No. 96-R-7, A
Resolution Of The Jeffersonville Common Council Approving A
Declaratory Resolution And Economic Development Plan Of The
Redevelopment Commission Of Jeffersonville, Indiana, And Approving An
Order Of The Jeffersonville Plan Commission. She also explained the
process reviewing each step in forming an Economic Development Area.
is concerned for the residential development in
Ms. Mead explained the area was drawn to avoid
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direct input the Council would have in the issuing of bonds. The
answer to this is the Council would have no say. There would be
parameters on what these bonds could be issued for. Councllperson
Perkins then expressed concern that if bonds are issued and the
baseline does not develop. Ms. Mead explained general obligation
bonds are backed by property taxes. Councllperson Perkins asked if a
"worst case scenario" could be happening to the taxpayers in about
four years. Ms. Mead hopes not. The question was asked if a
Councilperson can serve on the T.I.F. Board. A Councllperson can
serve on the Redevelopment Commission. The Council would like this.
Councilperson Ellis asked what the cost to the taxpayer would be in
the "worst case scenario". Ms. Mead reviewed the cost per 10,000 of
assessed value for each year starting in 1999 at $.10 increasing to
2005 where it would reach $.56 that would continue through 2016.
Councilperson Perkins feels that Mayor Galligan has done all possible
to see this would not happen to this T.I.F. District. He would let
the funds accumulate. Attorney Sedwick explained other areas of
funding are being pursued. Mr. Charles Kenneth White inquired why
Councllperson Perkins did not attend the meetings when this started.
Mayor Galligan explained Councilperson Perkins has an opinion and all
that is being done is that it is being looked at and the hard
questions are being asked up front. Councilperson Williams then made
the motion to pass Resolution No. 96-R-7, seconded by Councilperson
Wilson, passing on the following roll call vote:
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Conlin.
Ayes: Councllpersons Ellis, Frantz, Wilson, Williams, and
Nays: Councllperson Perkins votes nay with reservation.
A video on North Port/Clark Maritime Centre was shown to the
Council. Ms. Mead then presented the Council with a fact sheet
regarding North Port/Clark Maritime Centre Infrastructure Improvement
Project explaining a contract for professional services has been
awarded to Jacobl, Toombs, and Lanz. The agreement has been submitted
and approved by EDA-Chicago. Mr. Mead reviewed the fact sheet. A The
contractor, Crider & Crider, Inc has broken ground. The total cost of
the project is S2,809,000, with the amount of the local share spent so
far being S179,000. This is a 75-25 grant with the local share being
25%. This area is not within the City now, however there is an
agreement to annex following completion of the infrastructure. The
local cost will be made as follows: Port Commission
developers $469,750, and the City $110,000.
Williams made the motion to suspend the rules
$122,500, the
96-OR-7, An Ordinance Transferring Surplus Funds
Capital Improvement Fund To The General Fund ($110,000),
Councilperson Perkins, passing unanimously. Council
Williams then made the motion to pass Ordinance No.
three readings, seconded by Councllperson Perkins,
following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilpersons Perkins, Ellis,
Williams, and Conlin.
Nays: None.
Council President
for Ordinance No.
From The Cumulative
seconded by
President
96-OR-7 on all
passing on the
Frantz, Wilson,
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Attorney Sedwick reviewed the circumstances surrounding a
vacancy on the Economic Development Commission saying this group will
be more active in the future, reviewing the duties. She requests the
Council think about who they would like to recommend serve on the
Commission.
Councllperson Frantz
were set up under Ordinance No.
explained Cabinet Secretary Positions
93-OR-23, asking the Council to look
this over for discussion at the next workshop. Councllperson Conlin
has talked with Steve Stemler regarding this and she does feel there
is duplication and she asks the Council to think serious about doing
away with the positions.
Clerk and Treasurer Spencer explained Ordinance No.
96-OR-8, An Ordinance Of Additional Appropriation. This has been
advertised as a public hearing. Following all discussion and
questions, Councllperson Perkins made the motion to suspend the rules
for Ordinance No. 96-OR-8, seconded by Councllperson Conlln, passing
unanimously. Councllperson Perkins
Ordinance No. 96-OR-8 on all
Councllperson Conlin, passing on the following roll
Ayes: Councilpersons Perkins, Ellis,
Williams, and Conlin.
then made the motion to pass
three readings, seconded by
call vote:
Frantz, Wilson,
96-OR-9,
Court
Nays= None.
Clerk and Treasurer Spencer then explained Ordinance No.
An Ordinance Transferring Funds Within Same Department (City
and Fire Department), asking the Council consider adding a
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tranfser in the Local Roads and Streets Fund for salt. Councllperson
Perkins complimented Fire Chief Smith for the program instituted with
the transfer. Chief Smith presented the Council with a brochure
explaining another program which is
Councilperson Conlin appreciates the
Frantz inquired about a life support
a physical training program.
presentations. Councilperson
training program. Chief Smith
has talked with Dr. Burke on this and there will be follow up this
year. Discussion followed regarding a defibrilator, supplies, and
training. Council President Williams commends Chief Smith for the
physical training program asking if there has been consideration for a
nutrition program. Chief Smith agrees this should be considered. At
the conclusion of all discussion, Councilperson Perkins made the
motion to suspend the rules for Ordinance No.
Councilperson Williams, passing unanimously.
then made the motion to pass Ordinance No.
96-OR-9, seconded by
Councllperson Perkins
96-OR-9 on all three
on the following
Wilson, Frantz,
reviewed a recent Storm Water Seminar
was in attendance. This seminar was very
There was a spirit of cooperation among
is going fine
readings, seconded by Councllperson Wilson, passing
roll call vote:
Ayes: Councllpersons Conlin, Williams,
Ellis, and Perkins.
Nays: None.
Mayor Galligan
explaining the group that
informative and went well.
those attending. Mayor Galligan said his Job as Mayor
and he is having a good time.
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A Council workshop was scheduled for Thursday,
1996 at 5:30 P.M. in the Mayor's Conference Room.
Councllperson Perkins thanked, Engineer Miller,
Trembly, Mayor Galligan and the Board of Works for
relieving a parking problem on Market Street.
Mr. Charles Kenneth White inquired if all
could hear. He requests the Council speak
There being no further business
Councilperson Perkins moved to adjourn at
by Councllperson Conlln and unanimously carried.
ATTEST~ MAYOR THoMAS.~A~GAN
CLERK AND TREASURER C. ~,ICHAI~D SPENCER JR.
February 15,
Commislsoner
cooperating and
in the audience
into the mlchrophones.
to come before the Council,
9:25 o'clock P.M. seconded
NORTH PORT/CLARK MARITIME CENTRE
INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT
In January, 1994, the City of Jeffersonville, on behalf of the
Indiana Port Commission and the North Port Development Corporation,
submitted a grant application to the Economic Development
Administration for Title IX SSED funds to construct infrastructure
improvements in the Clark Maritime Centre and the North Port
Industrial Park. This grant was approved on September 27, 1994.
The contract for Professional Services was awarded to Jacobi,
Toombs, & Lanz, Inc. on November 9, 1994. The A/E Agreement
between the City of Jeffersonville and JTL has been submitted to
and approved by EDA-Chicago.
An archaeological reconnaissance of the project area was performed
by Landmark Archaeological Services, Inc. which found that the
improvements would have no significant impact on the archaeological
nature of the property. This report was submitted to and approved
by the Indiana State Historic Preservation Office.
The Lead Agency Agreement was finalized and resubmitted to EDA-
Chicago. This agreement deems the City of Jeffersonville and its
Department of Redevelopment as lead entities in the administration
of this project.
Arrangements to provide for the maintenance and operation of the
Water Tower have been discussed at length, and the Agency is
currently in the process of finalizing a Maintenance and Operation
Agreement between the City and Indiana-American Water Company.
This agreement must be approved by EDA-Chicago and executed prior
to disbursement of federal funds.
Two tracts of property have been acquired by the developer in
conjunction with this project - the Ellingsworth tract and the
Marble tract. Both tracts have been acquired, all easements and
rights-of-way have been obtained, and the Attorney and Engineer
have certified to EDA-Chicago that title documents, easements and
rights-of-way are in order for construction (ED-152).
On September 8, 1995, the Department of Redevelopment submitted a
request to EDA-Chicago to extend the Start of Construction deadline
beyond the originally stated September 22, 1995. This request was
granted and the Start of Construction deadline was extended until
January 20, 1996.
Plans and specifications were sent to EDA-Chicago on October 16,
1995. The Department of Redevelopment was given verbal notice to
advertise for bids on December 1, 1995. Advertisements were
published on December 4, 1995 and December 11, 1995. The bid
opening was held on December 21, 1995. A conditional award of
contract was made to Crider & Crider, Inc. on December 28, 1995.
The Pre-Construction Conference was held on January 12, 1996, at
which meeting contracts were signed and Notice to Proceed was
issued by the Agency. The Contractor began construction on January
19, 1996. The Agency continues to work with EDA-Chicago to
finalize the Water Tower M/O Agreement and the procedures for
financial management and disbursement of federal funds.