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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-07-1994COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS OF 'THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSONVILLE, INDIANA MARCH 7, 1994 The Common Council of the City of Jeffersonville met in regular session in Council Chambers in the City-County Building~ Jeffersonville~ Indiana~ at ?:30 P.M. on the ?th day of March~ 1994. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Raymond J. Parker Jr.~ with Clerk and Treasurer C. Richard Spencer Jr, at the desk. Mayor Parker welcomed all in attendance, asking all those present to stand as Council President Steven Stemler 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 Bill Wolpert, Andrew Williams III, Donna M. Frantz, Peggy Knight Wildec~ Barbara Wilson, Robert L. Potter, and Steven R. Stemler. Absent: None. Mayor Parke~ presented the February B2, 1994 for consideration by the Potter made the motion to approve the minutes as by Councilperson Wolpert, and carried unanimously. Clerk and Treasurer Spencer presented minutes of the meeting of Council. Councilperson presented, seconded the claim list with one additional claim for consideration by the Council. Following all discussion, Councilperson Wolpert made the motion to approve the claims as presented as well as the additional claim~ seconded by Councilperson Williams and carried unanimously. Council President Stemler opened nominations to replace Mr. Bill Thornley who resigned from the Ethics Commissions, with the nomination of Mr. David Forsee a republican who lives at 15B2 Sportsman Drive in Jeffersonville. The nomination was seconded by Councilperson Wolpert~ Councilperson Potter explained Mr. Forsee is very reputable and a "quality guy". There being no further nominations, Councitperson Potter made the motion to close nominations, seconded by Councilperson Williams. Mr. Forsee was appointed to the Ethics Commission with the following roll call vote: Ayes: Wilson, Stemler~ Nays: and Potter. None. Wolpert, Williams, Frantz, Wilder, PAGE 2 MARCH ?~ 1994 Clerk and Treasurer Spencer reported receiving donations of $52.00 to the snow removal as suggested by Mr. Gary Drake in a letter to the Editor. The donations received are from Mr. Gary Drake $10.00, Mr. Robert Shroyer $20.00, William and Margie Reese $10.00, Ms. Bonnie J. Howell $2.00, and Robert and Laura Voyles $10.00. Clerk and Treasurer Spencer explained this is attempt to do something which may explode and take off in the next week. Clerk and Treasurer Spencer introduced Resolution No. 94-R-12, A Resolution Authorizing The Advertisement Of Proposed Additional Appropriation (General Fund $600,000.00). It was explained this was to authorize the advertisement for a public hearing. It was also explained that before this funding happens it will be made sure the funds from the different proposed ares will be transferred. Mayor Parker explained the funding for streets and roads comes from gasoline tax. He does agree with Clerk and Treasurer Spencer on his suggestion and he is willing to go along with the Sewer Department IOOZ. Mayor Parker then read comments written by Mayor Robert Stewart of Columbus, Indiana indicating a need for an increase in gasoline tax. Councilperson Potter read Resolution No. 94-R-12 aloud and made the motion to pass this Resolution. Councilperson Wilder questioned the use of the sewer funds as set forth Attorney Gillenwater explained it indenture ordinance to make payment in the bond indenture ordinance. is ~ppropriate under the bond in lieu of taxes as an operating expense. This was confirmed in a converstaion with Mr. Myron Frazier of Humbaugh Associates, Bond Console. Clerk and Treasurer Spencer explained this was done in the amount of $100~000.00 under the previous administration under this same bond ordinance. Mayor Parker reminded the Council the funds will also be used for the required curb cuts. Councilperson Stemler seconded the motion to pass Resolution NO. 94-R-lB, which passed on the following roll Ayes: Councilpersons Stemler, Potter, Wilson. call vote: Wolpert, Wilder, and Nays: Councilpersons Williams~ and Frantz. PAGE 3 MARCH ?, 1994 Mayor Parker introduced Ms. Jennifer Mead of the Department of Redevelopment. Ms. Mead requests the Council to pass Resolution No. 94-R-i3~ A Resolution Of The Common Council Of The City Of Jeffersonville Approving And Supporting The Submission Of A Community Planning Fund Grant Application Conjointly By The Jeffersonville Department Of Redevelopment And The Jeffersonville Main Streets Inc. It was explained if the grant is received the funds will be used for a comprehensive study of the downtown area. Council President Stemler made comments in support of this. Councilperson Potter applauds the efforts made in this area. Council President Stemler made the motion to pass Resolution No. 94-R-13, seconded by Councilperson Williams and carried unanimously. Councilperson Wolpert has received several phone calls following the article in the newspaper regarding the sidewalk program. Councilperson Williams is continuing his work on looking into the "Hay Plan". He will be getting more information on this for the Council. Councilperson Frantz has distributed a copy of a vehicle policy. She requestes input from the Council. Mr. Jerry Fuller is in another meeting and when he arrives she would like to give the remainder of her time to him. Councilperson Potter questioned when the curbside recycling will begin. Councilperson Frantz hopes this will be by April 1, 1994. Two weeks before the program begins bins will be delivered to every homeowner along with a fact sheet. Mr. Fuller will be addressing composting. Councilperson Frantz explained there may be three different vendors~ one for garbage pickup, one for recycling, and one for composting, tt is hoped all pickups will be on the same day. Councilperson Wilder has been working with Jackie McComb of the Governor's Task Force For A Drug Free America. Awareness month and all are requested to attend a Coalition Meeting Tuesday, March 8~ 1994. Councilperson Wilson explained the plans are now the Greenway. The next step is to work on the funding. April is Alcohol Clark County Youth in line for PAGE 4 MARCH ?, 1994 Councilperson Potter realizes Mr. donations was well intended, be run on a voluntary basis. Council President Drake's letter calling for it does show the government can't Stemler appreciates the Jennifer Mead and the Main Street Director in being masterplan briefing. Council President Stemler has efforts of Ms. involved in the invited Mr. Jeff Agar to attend the next Council meeting. appear to be in support of a Council Of appointed representatives to this. Council excited about this. Mayor Parker asked Council regarding recieved a letter All branches of government Government Entities and have President Stemler is Attorney Gillenwater to address the a Building Authority matter. Attorney Gillenwater from Mr. John Doehrman, Building Authority Attorney, which he has copied for the Councilmembers. There will be a'meeting ~March 16, 1994 which the Council is requested to attend. This meeting will be to discuss the air conditioning system which is not believed can make it another year. The County and City will be requested to fund the installation of a more energy efficient system which PSI Energy will help defray the cost. This system would pay for itself in five years. The bond on the building wilt be paid in five years. Attorney Gillenwater asks the Council to look over the letter and direct any questions to himself or Mr. VanGilder. Councilperson Potter noted the $1,300,000 for a computer system has been left out of the letter. Council President Stemler understood this would be a request for the 1995 budget. Attorney Gillenwater understands this is a request for immediate action. Councilperson Frantz asked what the obligations of the contract are. Attorney Gillenwater does have copies in his office. Copies will be made for the Council per Councilperson Frantz's request. Councilperson Potter explained the president of the Building Authority Board is Randy Westerfield. Other members are Tom Galligan~ Doyle Berry, Jack Leuthart and Mr. Gregory. Councilperson Frantz has received no responses regarding the methadone clinc. Mayor Parker does have some information on this. Assistant Chief Charlie Elder will get with Counclperson Frantz regarding this matter. PAGE 5 MARCH '?, 1994 Councilperson Williams would like to work with Fire Chief Dooley and Councilperson Wilder regarding the procurement of a snorkel truck or another ladder truck as the snorkel is down. He will get with Clerk and Treasurer Spencer to get financing options. Councilperson Wolpert ettended the opening of the new cancer radiation center in Jeffersonville. Jeffersonville is lucky to have a facility such as this. Council President Stemler called attention to a situation with Mr. Smiley and Hoke~s Automotive. Council President Stemler mould like to move forward with the idea of district meetings to get input, to get with the people, and to stay in communication. Councilperson Potter suggested using the schools. Ms. Sharon Smith distributed letters regarding the formation of a Downtown Comlition. This is made up of merchants, residents and churches. It is hoped the Council will allow input from this group when situations arise such as the R.F.P. for Riverboat Gambling. A neighborhood organization may be formed and a church will be starting a Welcome Wagon. Councilperson Wilson is glad to have the churches involved. Council President Stemler reminded the Council of the workshop scheduled for Wednesday~ March 9, 1994 in the Mayor's Conference Room at 6:30 P.M. Councilperson Frantz requested Mr. Jerry Fuller be given time at this workshop as he has not arrived as yet. '[here being no further business to come before the Council, Council President Stemler moved to adjourn at 8:25 o~clock P.M. seconded by Councilperson Wolpert and unanimously carried. ~YORf~AYM~ND 7. PAR~ER~R. ATTEST: ' JR.