HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-20-1996COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS OF THE
COMMON cOUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF JEFFERSONVILLE, INDIANA
FEBRUARY 20, 1996
City of
The Common Council of the
regular session in the Multi-Purpose Meeting Room
Indiana, at 5:10 P.M.
Jeffersonville met in
in the City-County
on the 20th day of
Building, Jeffersonvllle,
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
Gatligan 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 Councilpersons
Ron Ellis, Donna M. Frantz, Peggy Knight Wilder, Barbara Wilson,
Andrew Williams III, and Vicky Conlin.
Absent: Councilperkins John Perkins
Mayor Galligan presented the minutes of the meeting of
February 5, 1996, for consideration by the Council. Council President
Williams made the motion to approve the minutes as presented, seconded
by Councilperson Wilson and carried unanimously.
Ms. Hays Hendrlcks of Historic Landmarks Foundation of
Indiana, presented a packet of information to the Council explaining
assessments are being made for the hiring of a circuit rider that will
represent four to five communities. The position has been advertised.
Jeffersonville's assessment would be S4,000 a year. Following all
questions and comments it was decided the Council would vote on this
at the next meeting.
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Councilperson Perkins arrived.
Clerk and Treasurer Spencer presented the claim list for
consideration by the Council. Following all discussion, Council
Preslent Williams made the motion to approve the claims as presented,
seconded by Councltperson Ellis, passing unanimously.
Mr. Bob Lanum, Attorney representing Voss Clark, explained
the company is requesting a tax abatement for an expansion program
that will involve the hiring of 10 additional employees.
Councilperson Ellis asked if the company would undertake the expansion
without the abatement. This is hard to say, however it is presumed
the answer would be yes. Councilperson Ellis questioned the number of
employees that are minorities, and how many are African American.
Minorities represent 10-15%, with 2% African American. The average
salary will be $21,000 plus benefits. Attorney Lanum stated Voss
Clark is asking for a 10 year abatement on improvements and equipment.
Councilperson Perkins explained the Council will have a review process
and they will be taking a hard look to make sure goals are met.
Attorney Lanum explained this is now a statutory procedure to file
compliance reports. The S21,000 salary is conservative with the
average salary in the $31,000 to $32,000 range with overtime and
incentives. Councllperson Wilder explained there is a need to
establish an internal procedure as the Council does not want to send a
negative message. At the conclusion of all discussion, Councilperson
Perkins made the motion to pass Resolution No. 96-R-8, A Resolution
Approving Statement Of Benefits For Purposes Of Property Tax Abatement
(Voss Clark), seconded by Councllperson Wilson, passing unanimously.
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Mr. Bob Lanum, Attorney representing MKM Machine Tool Co.,
Inc., and C.C.M. Properties, LLC. C.C.M. Properties has purchased
Hillerich and Bradsby (bat factory). Attorney Lanum is asking the
area be established as an Economic Revitalization Area and will be
advertised for a public hearing for the next meeting. Attorney Lanum
explained the planed use of the building and the hopes to make the
area an industrial park. An Economic Revitalization Area must be
established before tax abatements may be granted. Mayor Galligan was
informed this is in the proposed T.I.F District and explained there
will be no tax abatements given to new development in the T.I.F.
District. Attorney Lanum explained this will eliminate some business.
Mayor Galligan explained things will be done in the area that will be
very advantageous. Attorney Sedwick said the Council will be looking
a lot more closely at the number of years. Short abatements may be
feasible. Following all discussion, Councllperson Wilder made the
motion to pass Resolution No. 96-R-9, A Resolution By The Common
Council Of The City Of Jeffersonville, Indiana, Designating Certain
Development
Jeffersonville,
unanimously.
Mr.
explained
Areas As "Economic Revitalization Areas" Within
Indiana, seconded by Councilperson Conlin, passing
Bob Lanum, Attorney representing Wyandot, Inc.
Wyandot is undergoing an expansion of the facility.
Attorney Lanum is asking the Council to amend Resolution No. 89-R-25
at the next meeting. He is also asking for a tax abatement on the
improvements. When questioned by the Council, WWTP Facilities Manager
Kendall Coleman explained Wyandotte has worked real well with him on
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any problems. Engineer
cooperative. Part of the
equipment. Councilperson
Bob Miller agreeded Wyandot is very
improvments will include waste management
Ellis explained Wyandot is in the area he
represents and they have been a fairly good neighbor.
Ellis questioned the number of minorities. Wyandot
minorities of which
other than Frito-Lay,
Councllperson Wilson
Councilperson
employs 60%
25% are African American. In the snack area,
Wyandot is one of the highest paying employers.
has toured the facility and finds it very
impressive. Councilperson Wilson then made the motion to approve
Resolution No. 96-R-10, A Resolution Approving Statement Of Benefits
For Purposes Of Property Tax Abatement. seconded by Councilperson
Conlin, passing unanimously.
Mr. Greg Filer, Attorney representing Dick Inman, Developer
of Ashley Square on Highway 62 appeared before the Council requesting
a change of zoning from B-3 to R-2. Attorney Fifer provided
blueprints and explained the project. This has passed the Plan
Commission. Concerns were raised regarding "green spaces" and common
areas have been added. These will be duplexes planned for "empty
nesters" and older citizens. Councilperson Ellis explained he voted
against this at the Plan Commission, due to the lot size. Suveyor
David Blankenbaker explained there will be 28 feet between building.
Attorney Flfer does not feel there will be many children in this type
of development.
will become low
areas. Surveyor
Attorney Fifer explained
Councllperson Ellis' concern is that
income with children and there will
Blankenbaker explained the four
there will be deed
in 20 years this
be no recreation
common areas.
restrictions. The sewer
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line will be an 8 inch line that will be deeded to the City and the
City will be given a right-of-way. Following all discussion,
Councilperson Wilson made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 96-OR-10,
An Ordinance Changing The Zoning Map Designation Of A Certain 13.038
Acre Tract Of Property From B-3 To R-2, on the first and second
readings, seconded by Council President Williams, passing unanimously.
City Attorney Sedwick explained the circumstances
surrounding a vacancy on the Economic Development Commission saying
the Council does need to replace Mr. Kevin Cecil. Most members of the
Commission have had a banking background. At the conclusion of all
discussion, Councilperson Wilson made the motion to appoint Council
President Williams to fill the vacancy on the Economic Development
Commission, seconded by Councllperson Ellis, passing unanimously.
Attorney Sedwick presented Ordinance No. 96-OR-11, An
Ordinance Amending Certain Portions Of Section 1 Of Ordinance No.
95-OR-25 (Sewage Department) explaining this renames a current
position on the Salary Ordinance. Councilperson Perkins made the
motion to suspend the rules for Ordinance No. 96-OR-11, seconded by
Councilperson Conlin, passing unanimously. Councilperson Perkins then
made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 96-OR-11 on all three readings,
seconded by Councllperson Conlin, passing on the following roll call
vote:
Ayes: Councilpersons Perkins, Ellis, Frantz, Wilder, Wilson,
Williams, and Conlin.
Nays: None.
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Councilperson Frantz,
recommends the Cabinet Position Ordinance be left as is for now.
Council agree.
Mayor Galligan said all did an excellent Job last week.
following discussion at the workshop,
Ail
He
announced meetings regarding
He stresses
Louisville.
Resolution.
recognized.
all need to be
Councilperson
Councllperson Frantz recommends buttons
It is believed the Chamber has buttons.
the bridge for next Monday and Tuesday.
there as Indiana needs representation in
Perkins suggests adopting a formal
so all can be
Councllperson
Perkins explained he is not opposed to a downtown bridge if a West end
bridge is built. Charles Kenneth White suggests running an ad in the
newspaper. Councilperson Perkins explained Congressman Hamilton has
said he will not support funding for a downtown bridge. Mayor
Galligan feels that Kentucky wants to kill the East end bridge and
they don't care if a downtown bridge is built or not. There is no
communication between Indiana and Kentucky. Indiana needs to make an
impression. Councilperson Wilder made the motion to pass Resolution
No. 96-R-11, A Resolution Supporting The Construction Of A New
River-Crossing At The Eastern Corridor (I-265) Location, seconded by
Councilperson Conlin, passing unanimously.
Councilperson Perkins apotigized for arriving late at the
meeting as he was on the phone with Ms. Lamping of Lamping Real Estate
regarding the Masonic Lodge purchase. He is concerned that the City
made their intention public as they were led to believe there were no
options on the property. Councllperson Perkins explained he spoke
with Ms. Lamping as an angry person, and was not speaking for the
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Council or the City. The information received from her agent was
incorrect and the City made the offer
information. Councilperson Perkins made it
the City did everything honest and above
in good faith on that
clear to Ms. Lamping that
board based on incorrect
information by her agent. He does not know what will come of this.
Mayor Galligan agrees with Councllperson Perkins. The City wanted to
explore the idea and he feels he was misled. Councllperson Perkins
intends, personally, to have an attorney write a letter to the State
Board of Realtors as far as the real estate company and the agent.
Councllperson Ellis, with regard to tax abatements, does not
want to seem anti-businees, however he does want to see that the best
interest of the taxpayers of Jeffersonvllle is served. He feels that
only through asking questions, can he get this taken care of.
Councllperson Frantz expressed concern regarding a fire this
past weekend at the Maritime Center. Firefighters had to break in as
they did not have keys or instructions. Councllperson Frantz' husband
was on the run and he did leave a comment in the comment box in front
of the business asking them to notify the fire department. She is
concerned for the area and the possible loss of time. Fire Chief
Smith explained that forceable entry will be used. He has met with
companies and suggests the use of a KNOX box. Chief Smith explained
the box, saying he is pushing the use of the box to businesses. Chief
Smith explained a pre-plan with Utica will be done for all of
Riverport this summer. Councilperson Frantz thanked Councilperson
Ellis for his concern for green space. She has been discussing with
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Ms. Nolin the problems in her neighborhood. She believes the Housing
Authority has promised money for playground equipment. This does need
to be addressed if any have suggestions. Councilperson Frantz noted
the recent fire in Louisville at Allied Drum saying Louisville Barrel
is still building. The possibility of annexing the Silver Creek
Business Center was discussed in Workshop. Councilperson Perkins
explained the talk was if the Council wants to control these areas
they must have Jurisdiction. More control is desired. Mayor Galligan
pointed out there are three annexation areas that need to be
fulfilled, expressing concern for the expenses involved and the need
for continuity as this is a great distance. He is not opposed.
Councllperson Perkins feels there should be some kind of a shared
responsibility when tap-ins and permits are given. He does understand
this is the authority of the Board of Public Works and Safety. He
desires some type of communication with the Council before issuing
tap-ins and permits. Attorney Sedwick explained the area is zoned
industry and the only use of the wastewater treatment plant will be
normal usage. Therefore they cannot be turned down. Other wastewater
will be shipped outside the area. If they want to pretreat their own
they will have to obtain a permit from the state. Councilperson
Perkins asks what would happen if the Council would not allow this
type of treatment to occur in Jeffersonville? Attorney Sedwlck
explained some other businesses may be cut out. Councllperson Perkins
asked if certian chemicals could not be treated. A Wastewater
Ordinance is being looked into. Councilperson Wilder suggests a
hauling permit controlling the transportation of solid waste.
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FEBRUARY 20, 1996
Councllperson Perkins asked if there is any way to tie the sewer
system with the air quality? Attorney Sedwick said no. They do have
an air permit. Councilperson Frantz requests an Executive Session.
This will be held before the March 4, 1996 Council meeting at 6:00
P.M.
Councllperson Conlin thanked the fire truck committee for
the presentation. This will be taken to Indianapolis. Councilperson
Conlin announced July 11 will be Jeffersonville Night at the Red Birds
game. There will be 150 tickets available for under-privilidged
children and 50 parents. Mayor Galligan will throw the first ball.
She asks all to attend. On July 13 members of the Red Birds and the
New Orleans Zephyrs will hold a clinic for children in the Claysburg
area. She and Mayor Galligan will be meeting next week with
Louisville Cardinal Coach Cooper for some type of clinic.
Council President Williams welcomes Chemtrusion,
congratulating them on their recent ground breaking. He then called
attention to the goals and ob3ectives packet distributed asking the
Council to review this. Council President Williams reminds all that
March is ADA month. Promotional materials are available.
Mayor Gatligan asked Police Chief Pavey to inform the
Council of the police officer that was Just hired. Chief Pavey
explained Joseph Hubbard has been hired as of the 15th of February.
Officer Hubbard has six years military service. Councllperson Perkins
congratulated Chief Pavey on the recent drug busts. Chief Pavey
praised Detective Kelly Harrod as he has been working on this for at
~ ~h~ l~st 6 months. The City is looking into getting confiscated
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FEBRUARY 20, 1996
funds back into the City under forfeiture law. Councilperson Perkins
has talked with neighbors and they were pleased with the way it was
handled. He feels the word is out that Jeffersonville is not the
place to wholesale drugs. Chief Pavey explained more training has
been available to the officers. A drug search was made with dogs at
Jeff High and no complaints were received. The DARE program is also
sending the message that drugs will not be tolerated. Mayor Galligan
also commends the work that is being done. Councilperson Ellis also
commends the work that is being done especially on Duncan. He also
commends the department for the "bust" in the phone booth even if the
young man was his nephew. Councilperson Ellis does not condone that
type of behavior. He says~ keep up the good work. Council President
Williams said the police do have their hands full as the drug business
is such a lucrative business. An excellent Job is being done and he
asks them to keep it up. Council President Williams wants the message
sent that if you do drug business in Jeffersonvile, you will get
busted. Councilperson Perkins said they will get phone calls, most of
which will be positive, but some will be negative. The Council needs
to be prepared to help provide the police and detectives to fight this
war financially. Mayor Galllgan said he heard one officer say "we're
back and we're going to do it"
Clarence Keys reminds the Council to be aware of where the
michrophones are when they are speaking.
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There being no further business to come before the Council,
Councllperson Perkins moved to adjourn at 6:45 o'clock P.M. seconded
by Councilperson Conlin and unanimously carried.
ATTEST: . . ~
CL~ ~ T~EASU~C. ~ S~ENCE~ ~.
COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS OF THE
COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF JEFFERSONVILLE, INDIANA
MARCH 4, 1996
City of
Common Council
The of the
regular session in the Multi-Purpose Meeting Room
Building, Jeffersonvllle, Indiana, at 7:30 P.M.
March 1996.
Jeffersonvllle met in
in the City-County
on the 4th day of
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 Councilpersons
John Perkins, Ron Ellis, Donna M. Frantz, Peggy Knight
Wilson, Andrew Williams III, and Vlcky Conlln.
Absent: None.
Mayor Galligan presented the minutes of
February 20, 1996, for consideration by the
Wilder made the motion to approve the minutes
Wilder, Barbara
the meeting of
Council. Councilperson
as presented, seconded
by Councllperson Conlin
Perkins made the motion to
1996, Board of Finance
Williams,
and carried unanimously. Councllperson
approve the minutes of the February 20,
meeting, seconded by Council President
passing unanimously.
Clerk and Treasurer Spencer presented the claim list with
two additional claims for consideration by the Council.
discussion, Councitperson Perkins made the motion
claims as presented as well as the additional,
Following all
to approve the
seconded by
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MARCH 4, 1996
Councilperson Frantz announced the Solid Waste Board is
meeting the next day at 5:00 P.M. They do have an award program for
recycling for individuals or groups. If any have recommendations for
this award, please let Councilperson Frantz know. An award a month
will be issued. She reminds the Council to be thinking about yard
waste. Beginning April 1 the Sl.00 tags will be available. It may be
taken to Clark County Compostlng themselves.
Councllperson Perkins compliments the Mayor on his "War On
Drugs". He also commends the detectives, the SWAT team, and Officer
Harrodl He feels the word is out that Jeffersonville is not the place
to do drugs. Councilperson Perkins said we cannot do too much to
eradicate drugs. Councllperson Perkins said the Mayor said it, he
meant it, and he is here to represent it.
Councilperson Conlln announced Mayor Gal ligan' s first
community event will be held at Spring Hill, April 16, 1996 at 7:30
P.M. This will feature Coach Ron Cooper. This is the first of many
to come. Councllperson Conlin wishes Councllperson Wilder a Happy
Birthday
Councllperson Williams recommends
action packet that has been distributed
regarding goals for the next workshop. He
Wilder a Happy Birthday.
Mayor Galligan explained the
the Council review the
and make determinations
also wishes Councilperson
ditch know as Mill Creek is
being cleaned as there have been flooding problems. He has had more
phone calls of concern for the trees. The trees must be removed to
keep water out of homes. He is sorry, but the cleaning must be done.