HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-23-1996COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS OF THE
COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF JEFFERSONVILLE, INDIANA
SEPTEMBER 23, 1996
The Common Council of the City of Jeffersonville met in
regular session in the Multi-Purpose Meeting Room in the City-County
Building,
September
Jeffersonvitle,
1996.
The meeting was
Indiana, at 7:07 P.M. on the 23rd day of
called to order by Mayor Thomas R. Galllgan,
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, Peggy Knight Wilder, Barbara
Wilson, Andrew Williams III, and Vlcky Conlin.
Absent: None.
Mayor Galligan presented the minutes of the meeting of
September 3, 1996 for consideration by the Council. Councllperson
Wilder made the motion to approve the minutes as presented, seconded
by Council President Williams and carried unanimously.
Clerk and Treasurer Spencer presented the claim list for
consideration by the Council explaining additional claims. Following
all discussion, Councilperson Perkins made the motion to approve the
claims as presented as well as the additional, seconded by
Councilperson Conlin, passing unanimously.
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Mayor Galligan introduced Fire Chief Mike Smith. Chief
Smith explained the Medal of Valor is the highest award given by the
Fire Department, introducing Flrefighter Eric Schnatter. Chief Smith
told of a traffic accident that occured at 8th and Main on April 13,
1996. Firefighter Eric Schnatter was off duty and without regard for
his own safety, worked to clear the air passage of a young girl as she
had stopped breathing. Chief Smith presented Firefighter Schnatter
with the Medal of Valor.
Medal, thanked the City and
received.
Ms. Susan
Machinery Corporation,
Fireflghter Schnatter in accepting the
the Department for the training he has
Bush, President and C.E.O. of International
explained the company, what they do, the number
of employees, average wage of $9.52 with better than average benefits.
The company carries the cateplllar trade name and would be located at
the Clark Maritime Center. They are looking to invest a lot in their
employees. Ms. Bush presented
Benefits and related information.
like to discuss this at the next
?
the Council with a Statement of
Council President Williams would
workshop and bring it back up at the
next Council meeting on October 7, as the Council does not have a
policy in place. Councilperson Wilder is not aware these requests
would be turned away before the policy is in place. Following further
discussion, Councilperson Perkins made the motion to table the
request, seconded by Council President Williams and carried on a vote
of 6-1 with Councilperson Wilder voting in opposition.
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Mr. Bob Lanum, Attorney representing P.G.P., Inc., d/b/a
Voss ClaFk, presented a Statement of Benefits requesting a tax
abatement for an addition to what was approved in February. Mr. Joe
Major, General Manager of the Plant explained the average wage and
benefits. Following all discussion, Council President Williams made
the motion to table the request to
vote on October 7, seconded by
unanimously.
Mayor Galligan introduced Mr.
Boat. Mr. Herde expressed regrets from
be discussed at the workshop for a
Councilperson Ellis, and carried
Gene Herde, representing Jeff
Mr. Bob Greene who is not
able to be at this meeting as he is out of the country. Mr. Herde
explained they are here tonight, as requested, regarding the painting
process. Mr. Herde gave a review of the history of the operation
saying it has been a shipyard for 162 years, ans is the oldest active
citizen of Jeffersonville. He further reviewed the number of
employees and the number that live in Indiana. Production is sold out
through 1997. He then reviewed the taxes that are paid. Jeff Boat
takes serious their position in the community. This is an extremely
competitive market. Being conscientious of the air quality Jeff Boat
has moved from solvent to water base in their pre-construction primer
operation. This has taken a while to develop. An IDEM inspection on
August 22, resulted in a clean bill of health for Jeff Boat. A copy
of this report has been made available to the City Attorney. Jeff
Boat is also complying with E.P.A. regulations. The bad news is that
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Jeff Boat is competing with companies that do not have to comply with
the same regulations they do. The City Attorney has asked they
respond to some questions and they are happy to do that. The first
question is how many cars has Jeff Boat had to buff or repaint? Jeff
Boat has not had to do any, however have voluntarily in 1995
reimbursed the cost of cleaning 29 autos, and so far this year has
done the same thing for 71 autos. This has been done as Jeff Boat
desires to be a good citizen in the community. In addition some of
the employees have received assistance. This past Saturday a
contractor was spraying the cranes and they will be responsible to
clean the vehicles that were affected. The second question was, how
many official citations has Jeff Boat had? Mr. Herde is proud to say
they haven't had any. Mr. Herde then introduced Mr. Dan Irby, Vice
President of Production and Mr. Bob Herre, Vice President of
Engineering. Mr. Irby explained Jeff Boat is running a very
complicated industrial process, a very large scale assembly line,
dealing with several hundred ton steel modules that are moved daily.
They are tying to improve conventional methods that have been used for
the application of paint. Considerable research has been done on
various alternative methods. They have contacted vendors, various
shipyards and various other sources. A fast dry paint did not provide
satisfactory performance. A variety of ways of containing the
painting operation (buildings, shelters, covers, etc.) have been
looked into. All those looked into interfered with the barge building
operation. As many as four barges are launced in a day. An aerial
view of the operation was provided and explained. Testing is being
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done on a "spider E tank", which Mr. Irby explained. GrayCo, one of
the largest paint applicator manufacturers, has presented an
electro-static system that would reduce plaint loss by 70%. Four of
these spray guns have been purchased and training is being done. Mr.
Herre explained how this system works. When the safety equipment
arrives they will begin using this system. The majority of the
painting will be done with this system. The pre-construction painting
will be done in the booth. Mr. Herde, in summary, explained Jeff Boat
intends to continue in this area to, construct vessels, provide
employement, and has no plans to move. The Council is asked to
remember they are under grave constraints and they have to find
solutions that work to provide vessels that are competitive in price
and quality. Jeff Boat intends to continue to be a good citizen.
Councilperson Perkins asked if they are aware of local Ordinances
having to do with spraypainting processes. Mr. Herde is not aware of
any regulations on spray painting. He is aware of zoning ordinances.
He reminds the Council Jeff Boat has been around longer than any of
the ordinances. This has nothing to do with Jeff Boat's desire to be
a good citizen to the community. Councilperson Perkins asks if he is
saying Jeff Boat does not have to be accountable to those ordinances?
Mr. Herde explained that is not what he has said. He has said Jeff
Boat will continue to be a good citizen and to look after what
problems are created. Councilperson
residents suffering can expect relief.
be a dramatic change very very shortly.
Ellis asked how soon the
Mr. Herde expects there should
Councilperson Ellis explained
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they have been told very very shortly before and it has been quite a
while. Mr. Herde explained this is a complex process. Three years
and a great deal of money went into the water base process. The same
enthusiam will be given to this process. Councilperson Perkins asked
what answers can he give to his constituents that complain about Jeff
Boat. Mr. Herde would hope those concerns would be taken to Jeff Boat
directly. Many have been addressed in the past. Councllperson Frantz
asked if IDEM notified Jeff Boat prior to an inspection. Mr. Herde
answered "not always". Councilperson Frantz asked why a curtain will
not work. Mr. Irby explained the system saying it uses a water mist
which would not work during freezing weather. Mr. Herde said it may
be necessary to get IDEM approval for the spider box operation.
Councllperson Wilson asked if there is a scheduled time for painting
and if it could not be done during windy weather. Mr. Herde said this
is a mass production line and if one step is stopped it stops all
steps. They do try not to paint during extreme weather.
Councllperson Perkins asked if he is saying that economics dictate
when spraying is done. Mr. Irby said production schedule dictates and
there is a limit to
Attorney Sedwick if
provided. Attorney
Perkins asks if Jeff Boat should be held under
other repair shops such as Mid-City Collision.
there is nothing in the zoning code, however
what can be done. Councllperson Perkins asked
all information requested in the letter has been
Sedwick answered yes, orally. Councilperson
lesser standards than
Attorney Sedwick said
she can tell him what
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Jeff Boat's argument would be that
Mayor Galligan asked if Jeff Boat
building on the river, paint the
they were in place before the code.
had thought of building a floating
bottom, launch them and finish the
painting in the floating building where the air could be controlled.
Mr. Irby said they have thought of a dry dock, but not that particular
process. Mr. Irby said they will consider any idea. Mayor Galligan
said all he is trying to do is help the residents, but also trying to
help Jeff Boat as he does not want to lose Jeff Boat, but does not
need irate residents. The cost of the new system will be $30,000 and
the maintenance cost will be high.
Ms. Jerry McDonough has contacted Ms. Julius of Jeff Boat
to complain of problems and was told she would be contacted and still
has had nothing done. Mr. Irby said she will be called tomorrow
morning.
Mr. Mike Hutt guesses he is one of the irate citizens. Mr.
Hurt was told by IDEM that Jeff Boat's permit expired when they shut
down. He understands they had to apply for a new permit when they
reopened and have to reapply every four years. He therefore does not
see how the argument of being there before the code could apply.
Attorney Sedwlck explained when she was talking about grandfathering
she was talking about local ordinances, not state. Mr. Hutt asks how
many gallons are sprayed a week. The representatives did not know.
Mr. Hurt reviewed the situation with the contractor painting the
cranes, saying when they realized the problem they stopped spray
painting and used brushes and rollers and offered to correct the
damage to the cars. Mr. Hutt has heard over and over for eight and
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one half years
getting worse.
A.M., 2:30 P.M.
how Jeff Boat wants to be a good neighbor, and it is
This past Sunday he explained he smelled paint at 9
and 6:30 P.M. He has paint all over everything. He
has a swimming pool he has had to unplug because he cannot
cannot open the windows in his house. Mr. Hutt says Jeff
unwilling to spend the money to solve the problems correctly.
not believe four new guns will be enough.
Councilperson Conlin asked if Jeff Boat has an
use it. He
Boat is
He does
omnibuds
person. Mr. Herde said these type of problems are handled through the
risk management department and there is one person assigned to that.
Councilperson Perkins and Attorney Sedwick further discussed
the situation where Jeff Boat was here first. Councilperson Perkins
cited areas that were legal until recently. Attorney Sedwick said
this situation is not criminal. Councilperson Perkins feels people
could take issue as to whether it is criminal or not. His point is if
laws are not being obeyed there is a need to enforce the laws we have.
Councilperson Perkins feels some years ago Jeff Boat was shut down due
to labor problem. It was stated there was no new construction,
however repair work continued
requested by the Council to have
workshop. Councilperson Perkins
to
is
throughout the time period. It is
an executive session before the next
stated some of the things he is going
say may get them into litigation, therefore the executive session
Justified.
Mr. Herre extends an invitation to the Council to come and
look at the operation.
MS.
and only the
Councilperson Perkins moved to adjourn at 8:20
seconded by Council President Williams passing unanimously.
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Jerry McDonough has lived in the same home for 25 years
last two or three years has there been a problem.
P.M.,
Mayor Galligan called the meeting back to order at 8:38 P.M.
Councilperson Perkins would offer a motion to the Council
that Jeff Boat is not exempt from any laws that would apply to anybody
that spray paints in the City of Jeffersonvltle. They should have to
comply with the ordinance as written, or be fined $2,500 per day that
they are not in compliance. Councilperson Ellis seconds the motion
which passed unanimously.
Pastor Ray Young of Cornerstone Christian Fellowship,
located at Walnut & Chestnut Street
Pastor Young has been in operation
November and has seen that repairs
$20,000 have been done to the building.
disrepair and still has much to be done.
live in the building. Pastor Young
appeared before the Council.
at this location since last
totaling between $15,000 and
The building was in massive
The Pastor and his family do
explained this is not a
conventional urban Church but does cater to disfunctional people. The
success rate is between 25% and 50%. The goal is to create a
comprehensive resource center. He is working with Building
Commissioner Gavin and Fire Inspector Miles to bring the building into
compliance. He would like to set up a time that the Council can come
and see what is going on. Multiple ministries do share the building.
The ownership and contract on the building was explained. Pastor
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Young is asking the Mayor and Council for help in finding people to
share in the vision and perhaps pledge funds each month. The goal is
to find 300 people to give $10 a month. Rev. L. Eugene Vaughn,
Pastor Diarea Gospel Ministries, Inc. spoke in support of the project.
He asks the Council to look at the proposal, asking for their
blessings and help. Rev. Nathaniel Witherspoon also spoke in support
of the project adding it would be a valuable asset to the community.
Each Councilperson will contact Pastor Young to set up a time to visit
the community.
Attorney Sedwick presented Resolution No. 96-R-34, A
Resolution To Enter Into Agreement For Water Main Extension to Hoskins
Lane. Councilperson Wilson made the motion to pass Resolution No.
96-R-34, seconded by Councilperson Conlin, passing unanimously.
Attorney Sedwick introduced Ordinance No. 96-OR-65, An
Ordinance Establishing Fees For The Cost Of Response By The
Jeffersonville-Clarksville Hazardous Materials Group. This has been
adopted by Clarksvllle. Following a discussion regarding the
collection of fees, Councilperson Perkins made the motion to suspend
the rules, seconded by Council President Williams, passing
unanimously. Councllperson Perkins made the motion to pass Ordinance
No. 96-OR-96 on all three readings, seconded by Councllperson Ellis,
passing unanimously.
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Mayor Galligan introduced and explained
96-OR-66, An Ordinance Amending Certain Portions Of
Ordinance No. 95-OR-25 (Salary OR -Sewer Department).
Ordinance No.
Section 1 Of
Councilperson
rules, seconded by Council
Councilperson Perkins then
96-OR-66 on all three readings,
passing on the following roll
Perkins made the motion to suspend the
President Williams, passing unanimously.
made the motion to pass Ordinance No.
seconded by Council President Williams,
call vote:
Ayes: Councilpersons Perkins, Ellis,
and Conlin.
Nays: None.
Frantz, Wilder, Wilson,
Clerk and Treasurer Spencer explained Ordinance NO.
96-OR-67, An Ordinance Transferring Certain Funds Within Same
Department (Common Council). Councilperson Conlin made the motion to
suspend the rules for Ordinance No. 96-OR-67, seconded by Council
President Williams, passing unanimously. Councilperson Conlin then
made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 96-OR-67 on all three readings,
seconded by Council President Williams,
Attorney Sedwick presented
Ordinance Amending Sewer Tap Fees,
Manager of the Wastewater Treatment
this Ordinance would increase the
(single family) lot, parcel of real
passing unanimously.
Ordinance No. 96-OR-68, An
introducing Kendall Coleman,
Plant. Manager Coleman explained
tap-in fee for each residential
estate, or building that hereafter
connects with the City's sewer system. He gave examples of these fees
in some of the surrounding communities,
saying this would bring
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Jeffersonvllle to a comparable rate. It is known there will be a
shortfall in funds as it is known there are a number of capital
improvement projects that need to be done. It is not felt that the
residents that have been paying for the new plant and the bond issue
should have to suffer in the future. It is hoped that sewer rates can
remain stable. Councilperson Conlin has been contacted by several
builders who are asking that the increase be made over several years.
Manager Colman stated the areas are in need of reapair saying the
funds are needed now and they are not there. The improvement fund now
has $1.3 in the fund with $30,000 added monthly. This is not enough
to fund what is necessary and it will be necessary eventually to raise
the sewer rates. All fees for individual and commercial will be based
on national average. Councilperson Wilder is not in favor of raising
the tap fees to this level as it is drastic. She does agree with
higher rates for those outside the city limits. When talking about
expanding she does not feel taxpayers and homeowners should have to
accomodate business outside the city limit that will be discharging
into the system when the Council does not agree, such as Louisville
Barrel. This would be an additional hardship on new homeowners. She
does not feel new homeowners should have to pay for the problems such
as on 8th Street especially the way the property tax system is set up.
Manager Coleman stated most of the new home development is served by
8th Street as it is the main trunk line. Councllperson Wilder is not
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in favor of development that does not take care of itself, and she is
completely in favor of the storm water plan. Her first and foremost
issue is the storm water issue. Manager Coleman agrees storm water is
important. Jeffersonvllle is cheaper than Clarksvllle and Oak Park.
The question was asked what the average cost of each new home coming
on the line would be. Manager Coleman does not have it tonight. He
did state an example of one development and the number of pump
stations that are used. Mayor Galligan understands where the builders
are coming from but when he goes to workshops and hears of what is
going to be mandated, there needs to be funds available or a bond
issue will be necessary or a rate increase. Jeffersonvllle is trying
to be prepared, and be fair. Builder Alan Schuler is trying to find
out what it really costs when a new customer is added to the sewer
system. He developed some numbers, called the Mayor three times to
try and get some feedback. He feels the argument that everyone else
is doing it is not right. He feels the other communities in this area
are overcharging. The question is what affect it will have on
affordabllity. This does need to be considered. He asks to meet and
see numbers. He questions if the 8th Street problem is a problem for
the new homeowner or all on the system. He asks for time to look at
this in a judicial manner. There are legal issues here. The
developer has already paid for the lines. Councilperson Perkins asks
how the monthly rates compare with other communities. Manager Coleman
does not have these with him tonight but does have them and will make
them available. Councilperson Perkins feels that a lot of people in
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Jeffersonvllle have paid and still are paying for infrastructure
improvements in Jeffersonville. Some pieces of property have paid
into the sinking fund for 50 years. In his mind the tap in increase
is Justified. The intent is not to slow development but to buy equity
into the system. There is a need to protect infrastructure.
Councllperson Wilder feels most of the people buying the new homes are
moving older homes from within the system and would have equity in the
system. Mayor Galligan asked how much it would cost to install a
spectic system. This would cost between $3,500 and S12,000. Manager
Goldman stated if a house is down for more than six months, they do
have to pay a tap in fee. Tap in fees do go into the Improvement
Fund. Builder Schular asked for time to sit down and talk about this.
Councilperson Wilder made the motion to table Ordinance No. 96-OR-68,
seconded by Councilperson Frantz, passing on the following roll call
vote:
Ayes:
Nays:
Councilpersons Frantz, Wilder, Wilson, and Conlin.
Councllpersons Perkins, Ellis, and Williams.
Attorney Sedwick introduced and explained Resolution No.
96-R-35, A Resolution Referring Proposal To Amend Zoning Ordinance.
Commissioner Gavin noted the City has adopted the State Code which
includes bathrooms. Councilperson Perkins has asked Attorney Sedwick
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to look into this as he is getting a lot of pressure from the people
in his district. Following all discussion, Councilperson Perkins made
the motion to pass Resolution No. 96-R-35, seconded by Councilperson
Conlin, passing unanimously.
Councllperson Conlin announced the new aerial truck has been
delivered and it is a nice apartus. Councilperson Conlln noted four
law enforcement officers from the area rode bicycles from Niles,
Michigan to Jeffersonville, Indiana, riding 100 miles a day. Officer
Joe Grant represented the Jeffersonvllle Police Department in this
ride to promote drug awareness. She attented a reception at River
Valley School foe these Officers which was very emotional.
Councllperson Conlin is very proud of both the Fire and Police
Department and Firefighter Schnatter.
Councilperson Wilson asked if any other Councilpersons were
interested in attending the National League of Cities conference in
San Antonio December 10 and 11. The Mayor's secretary will be making
reservations and there is a need to know how many will be attending.
Councilperson Frantz had distributed a Resolution at the
last meeting to be considered tonight. As this is not on the agenda,
she distributed a second copy and asks for a vote. Councllperson
Frantz then read Resolution No. 96-R-36, A Resolution Of Intent To
Reinstate Two Position Of Employment To Ordinance No. 96-OR-53, And
Ordinance No. 96-OR-55 For 1997. Councllperson Frantz then made the
motion to pass Resolution No. 96-R-36. Councilperson Wilder
commented she had originally voted in favor of eliminating the two
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positions. She has given this a great deal of thought and feels her
actions were as a result of problems she has had personally with the
Clerk Treasurer's Office. She does not blame the employees of the
Clerk Treasurer's Office. There may be too many employees in the
Clerk Treasurer's Office, but it is a close call depending on who you
ask. Her problem does not come from those employees and she is not
going to take it out on those employees. When the time comes to vote
on the elected officials salary ordinance she will let the Council
know how she feels about what happpened with a request for information
from the office. She will not take it out on the employees how she
feels personally. She does not feel she can vote until it is given a
fair evaluation. Councilperson Wilder then seconded the motion to
pass Resolution No. 96-R-36. Councilpersons Frantz, Wilson, and
Wilder voted to pass Resolution No. 96-R-36, Councilpersons Perkins,
Williams, and Conlin voted no, Councilperson Ellis abstained. Mayor
Galligan voted no, therefore Resolution No. 96-R-36 did not pass.
Councilperson Wilder wishes to make a statement about a
development that has been discussed. Many of these discussions have
focused around the City of Jeffersonville. The City has gotten
involved at some point, at least perception wise in Con Agra, better
known as Swift Progessing Plant, or the hog farm. She wishes to make
her position clear that she does not support the relocation of Con
Agra to Clark County. She does not believe it is the City of
Jeffersonvllle's responsibility to promote and bring Con Agra into the
community. She would question the City's involvement with Con Agra.
She wonders if Clark County is going to continue to open the door to
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every business that Kentucky doesn't want. She does not want to.
This is not a desireable company that will bring in desireabe Jobs.
Jeff Boat cannot get employees to weld, how can this company get
employees to slaughter hogs. She cannot believe that Clark County, at
least perceptually should be considering another undesireable and
unsavory company that cannot survive in Kentucky due to criticism by
Kentucky residents. Councilperson Wilder will do nothing as a City
Official to promote Con Agra to move to this community. The only
action she will take are those actions as a taxpayer, as a parent, and
as a homeowner, to keep Con Agra out of Clark county. Councilperson
Perkins doesn't know if this issue will ever get to the City Council.
He did know early on this would be a controversial subject. He is in
support of the Mayor in that we don't have to accept everyone, but do
need to listen to everyone. This is not going to be a City decision
to make. He does know that anyone that comes to town may not know
where to go, but do know to go to the Mayor's Office first. Several
met and heard what they had to say. He does know if he had the choice
between a computer chip company and a hog processing operation he
would choose the computer chip company. All need to be given a fair
hearing. He does not feel some of the criticism in the press has been
fair. Councilperson Perkins has not heard from any of his
constituents, nor received any letters from citizens of Jeffersonville
regarding this. Councilperson Frantz believed the original deal for
this plant was with I.C.I. Mayor Galligan explained he was originally
invited by the County Commissioners to go to a meeting at I.C.I. He
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did notify Council President Williams. Councllperson Frantz was never
notified of any meetings regarding Con Agra. Councilperson Perkins
happened to be in his office and he asked him to participate.
Councllperson Frantz did get calls and it was embarrassing when she
told these callers the City was not involved and then she reads in the
City is involved. She opposses any meat processing plant
paper the
anywhere.
Council President Williams set the workshop for September
30, 1996 at 5:00 P.M. in the Mayor's Conference Room. An executive
session will start at 5:00 P.M. Builder Schuler is invited to the
workshop. The statement of benefits will also be discussed.
Mayor Galllgan explained County Commissioner Guthrie came to
him asking him to go to Swift. He went as a common courtesy. His
only goal was to bring the discussion to a point where the facts were
brought up. He wants people to understand that getting plants here is
not an easy Job. He, and the County Commissioners, supported the
location at I.C.I. Swift came to them wanting to go out on Coopers
Lane. This is how they got to him. That location is in the flood
plan so they could not build there. Swift then saw the map in the
Mayor's office and inquired about the property along the powder plant.
All he ever wanted to do was get the facts out. Mayor Galligan went
to Carroll County as he had heard they had hog farms pop up around
their packing plant. Carroll County happens to be the largest hog
producing County in the State and the fifth in the nation. The pig
farms were there way before the packing plant. He talked with the
Mayor there. He did not want to say no when it seemed it was not the
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company that was wanted. He wanted to make sure. Too many plants are
lost as someone doesn't like it. Mayor Galllgan will guarantee that
he is not on the take, and he has done more to help the community than
he has ever done to hurt it. He is tired of people attacking his
family and him and the people that work for him Just because they are
local elected officials or that they are in the public eye. He will
continue to work to help the community and he wants to be sure
everything is fair and honest. He got involved because he is
concerned about the welfare of the workers. He is only looking for
the opportunity to address this. Councllperson Perkins was invited to
several meetings, made helicopter trips looking at sites, and ate
lunch with these people. He cannot remember the Mayor, Phil McCauley,
or anyone else pushing for or against any site. Con Agra kept wanting
to look again at the "Big 10" site. Councllperson Wilder is glad to
help the County Commissioners, but she wants to know where they were
when all the people were here about Louisville Barrel. That was their
responsibility and they were not here. She makes decision based on
facts and research. She is not part of the body that attended the
meetings and she resents the implication that City Officials met with
Con Agra. Only selected offlcals met with Con Agra. She was not
notified of any meetings with Con Agra. She would like to be informed
when City officials and employees are working on projects. Mayor
Galligan said this will not happen again.
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There being no further business
Councilperson Perkins moved to adjourn at
by Councilperson Conlin a~~us~d't
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CLffI~K A~D TREASURER C. ~HA~D SPENCER JR.
to come before the Council,
10:15 o'clock P.M. seconded