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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-05-1995COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSONVILLE, INDIANA SEPTEMBER 5, 1995 City of Common Council The of the regular session in the Multi-Purpose Meeting Room Building, Jeffersonvllle, Indiana, at 7:30 P.M. September 1995. The meeting was Jeffersonville met in in the City-County on the 5th day of called to order by Council President Peggy Wilder with Clerk Barbara Hollis at the desk. Council President Wilder welcomed all in attendance, asking all those present to stand as Councilperson Steven Stemler gave the invocation. She then asked all those present flag. Bill Wilder, Potter. Absent: Council meeting of to Join her in the pledge of allegiance to the The roll was called and those present were Councilpersons Wolpert, Andrew Williams III, Donna M. Frantz, Peggy Knight Barbara Wilson, Steven R. Stemler, and Robert L. None. President Wilder presented the minutes of the August 21, 1995, for consideration by the Council. Councllperson Potter made the motion to approve the minutes as presented, seconded by Councllperson Wilson and carried unanimously. Clerk Hollis presented the claim list with one additional claim for consideration by the Council. Following all discussion, Councilperson Potter made the motion to approve the claims and the additional as presented, seconded by Councllperson Williams and carried unanimously. PAGE 2 SEPTEMBER 5, 1995 Councllperson Stemler has been in contact with representatives of the Arthur Anderson Group and has found the cost of the audit remains at $21,000. The Council has previously agreed on spending $15,000. Councilperson Stemler shared the thought of Agent of Record Cooper assisting and agreeing to pay the difference up to $6,000 if Arthur Anderson would accept assistance from the Culpepper Group. Arthur Anderson Group is oppossed to any outside help on the audit and would not consider the proposal from the Culpepper Group. Councilperson Stemler again reviewed the scope of the audit. There have been questions and comments on the reasons for having the audit performed. Councilperson Stemler wants to say that any contact, questions, or help that was asked of the Agent of Record, was forwarded willingly and Councllperson Stemler received full cooperation from the Agent and his staff. Councilperson Stemler also received cooperation from the Mayor's Office and the Clerk and Treasurer's Office, particularly Ms. Nevitt. Councilperson Stemler also wishes to mention the Agent of Record is in support of the audit and is in agreement with the Arthur Anderson firm. This is mentioned as Agent Cooper is president of the Clark County Council where this concept has been used with the budgets. Councilperson Stemler explained the purpose of the audit is not for an investigation, it is not to have any presumption of any wrong doing, but for sound business decisions to support what the intentions of the Council are and to maximize the dollars that are being invested in this fund. This is a decision based on business sense form an investment standpoint. The PAGE 3 SEPTEMBER 5, 1995 majority of the Council distributed and explained percentages. He then presented a Authority as payment of lieu of between the $15,000 and S21,000. feels this way. Councllperson Stemler a report of the investments, reviewing the check for $6,000 from the Housing taxes to "bridge the difference" Councilperson Stemler explained the payment in lieu of taxes program. This is the best alterntlve he could come up with. If this proposal is approved, an Arthur Anderson team from Chicago would come to Jeffersonville and meet with the Agent of Record, the Clerk and Treasurer, and Councilmembers to lay the foundation for groundwork. It would be anticipated the report would be complete 60 to 90 days following start. Council President Wilder thanked Councllpersons Stemler and Wolpert for the fine work they have done. Council President Wilder aksed for any questions or comments. There being none, Councilperson Williams the Arthur Anderson proposal, seconded passing on the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilperson Wolpert, Wilson, Stemler and Potter. Nays: None. NO. made the motion to approve by Councilperson Frantz, Williams, Frantz, Wilder, Council President Wilder introduced and read aloud Ordinance 95-OR-30, An Ordinance Amending 80-OR-6 Regarding Parked Vehicles On City Streets. Street Commissioner George Trembly has talked with Police Chief Charles Elder and they feel the current Ordinance is "fuzzy". Parked trailers and vehicles pose a safety problem, a snow plowing problem, and the streets tend to decay. Mr. Charles Kenneth PAGE 4 SEPTEMBER 5, 1995 White agrees with this but would like to see it taken a step further to include the sign on a trailer at the corner of 8th and French, and unlicensed vehicles in backyards. Building Commissioner Gavin explained unlicensed vehicles are raged and given 30 days, and the City Zoning Attorney has filed suit regarding the trailer at 8th and French. Attorney Gillenwater further explained the Ordinance regarding unlicensed vehicles. This Ordinance will include motor homes and camper trailers. Ms. Sharon Cox agrees with Mr. White, however she feels the problem is with enforcing the Ordinances. Attorney Gillenwater again explained Attorney Forsee is working on the trailer at 8th and French. Building Commissioner Gavin suggests residents call and complain regarding parked vehicles and his office will investigate. Councilperson Potter then made the motion to suspend the rules for Ordinance No. 95-OR-30, seconded by Councllperson Williams, passing unanimously. Councilperson Potter made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 95-OR-30 on all three readings, seconded by Councllperson Williams, and passed unanimously. Council President Wilder introduced Ordinance No. 95-OR-31, An Ordinance Establishing Eight Ton Weight Limit On Charlestown Pike. Commissioner Tremley explained Charlestown Pike is a good road, however it has no base and there is a need for this weight limit. Following all discussion, Councllperson Wolpert made the motion to suspend the rules for Ordinance No. 95-OR-31, seconded by Councilperson Williams and carried unanimously. Counc±lperson Wolpert then made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 95-OR-31 on all three readings, seconded by Councllperson Frantz and carried unanimously. PAGE 5 SEPTEMBER 5, 1995 Councllperson Wolpert No. 95-R-18, A Commission For President Wilder Commission and introduced and read Resolution Requesting A Proposal By The Amendment Of The City Zoning Ordinance. explained this Resolution would go before then would come back to the City Council. aloud Resolution City Plan Council the Plan Attorney Glllenwater stated this is correct. The City Plan Commission will meet September 26, 1995, at 7:30 P.M. Council President Wilder asked for any comments or questions. Mr. Charles Kenneth White would like to thank Councilperson Wolpert for bringing this up, as this is not needed in downtown. Councilperson Frantz questioned the portion involving alcohol, as she believes the club in question does not intend to serve alcohol. Attorney Gillenwater explained attempts to regulate adult businesses have been somewhat unsuccessful with regard to prohibiting. There are certain conditions, however nudity alone is not enough. It is almost impossible to inhibit, but possible to regulate as with the proposed Resolution. Section C would make an attempt to prohibit a "skid row" type situtation. Councllperson Frantz questioned who would decide who would move as covered in Section C. Attorney Gillenwater would have to research this. Ms. Sharon Cox questioned the need for the businesses covered in Section C other than the adult classification. Attorney Glllenwater explained people have a right to freedom of speech which includes adult bookstores and peep shows. Councllperson Wolpert thanked Attorney Gillenwater for his help on this Resolution. Mr. Jim Urban questioned the variance or waiver section. Attorney Glllenwater explained PAGE 6 SEPTEMBER 5, 1995 anything can be granted a variance or waiver, except the adult entertainment types of businesses. Ms. Melba Doggett said there are no more alcholic licenses available in the City of Jeffersonvllle as they are already two over. However she would like to warn the City Council that a current license could be sold. then made the motion to pass Resolution No. Councllperson Williams, passing unanimously. Councilperson Wolpert 95-R-18, seconded by Council President Wilder introduced Ordinance No. 95-OR-32, An Ordinance Regulating Maximum Speed Limits On Spring Street In The City Of Jeffersonville, Indiana. Commisisoner Trembly explained the area and the need. This has been recommened by the Board of Public Works and Safety and the Police will patrol. Councllperson Williams made the motion to suspend the rules for Ordinance No. 95-OR-32, seconded by Councllperson Frantz, passing unanimously. Councilperson Williams then made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 95-OR-32, seconded by Councilperson Frantz and carried unanimously. Councilperson Potter noted Jeff High and Northhaven students are in the audience tonight. There is a group from each school doing research and building a miniature of the original Courthouse. There is a need for pictures. Several names were suggested to the students. Councilperson Stemler thanked Business and Government Exchange meeting. Councilperson Frantz gave an Board. They are currently working on director as Jerry Fuller has resigned. Recycling is moving into all those who attended the update of the Solid Waste a Job description for a new Application are being taken. multi-family with three apartment complexes. PAGE 7 SEPTEMBER 5, 1995 Ms. Sharon Matra at the Solid Waste Office has been working very hard on this. She also thanks City Services Director Les Kavanaugh for his help. Councilperson Frantz would like to set up a workshop and include a discussion regarding leaf removal. She has been talking with Commissioner Trembly and they would like to do a mail-out. This is costly but the only way to get to all residents. As a member of the Solid Waste Board, Councilperson Frantz has asked to be given the task of revamping the recycling program in the City-County Building to include such things as chemicals. The building does recycle but she feel it could be better. Councilperson Wilson reminded all of the parade the next evening. The Council is to meet at 5=30 P.M. on Riverside Drive. Fire Chief Dooley and his department have prepared the fire truck for the Council to ride and he will get the banner on. Council President Wilder thanked Chief Dooley and his Department for their cooperation. Councllperson Williams brought to the attention of the Council the need for a street sweeper and the need for the Council to help with financing. He will bring this back up later. Councilperson Frantz has been getting numerous phone calls regarding the money in the Spay-Neuter Fund. The Humane Society feels the City should be giving out She would like to discuss this he is definitely in agreement vouchers for the spay-neuter program. at a workshop. Director Voyles stated for a workshop, and in agreement with the Animal Shelter Advisory Board that money should be taken from the Spay-Neuter account for those that may not be able to have their PAGE 8 SEPTEMBER 5, 1995 animal spayed or neutered. Director Voyles has been working with the Board, the City Attorney, and Councllperson Williams with regard to amending the Spay-Neuter Ordinance. The Animal Shelter Advisory Board will meet September 14, 1995. The Council will meet in in workshop session on Wednesday, September 20, 1995 at 5:00 P.M. in executive session and at 5:30 P.M. in workshop session. Ms. Sharon Cox inquired if the City could obtain quotes from veterinarians. Councllperson Frantz said this is included in the Ordinance. Councilperson Frantz would like have a discussion regarding First Responder on the workshop agenda. Council President Wilder requests items for the agenda be brought to her attention. There being no further business to come before the Council, Councilperson Potter moved to adjourn at 8:25 o'clock P.M. seconded by Councilperson Wolpert and unanimously carried. MAYOg'~NY~ON~'~. PARKER JR. ATTEST: CLERK AN~TREASURER 6. RICHARD ~p~N-C~R JR. F- W W 'l- UJ I-- NOI.LVI~dO~IddV UJ d W I-,- Z LU n