HomeMy WebLinkAboutJuly 19, 2010COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS OF THE
COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF JEFFERSONVILLE;, INDIANA
JULY 19, 2010
The Common Council of the City of Jeffersonville, Indiana met in regular session
in Room 101, City Hall, 500 Quartermaster Court, Jeffersonville, Indiana, at 6:30 P.M.
on Monday July 19, 2010.
Mayor Tom Galligan, with Deputy Clerk Treasurer Barbara Hollis at the desk,
called the meeting to order at 6:30 P.M. Also present was City Attorney Darren Wilder,
Mayor Galligan welcomed all in attendance, asking all those present to stand as
Councilperson Ron Grooms gave the invocation. Mayor Galligan 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 Mike Smith, Ed
Zastawny, Keith Fetz, Connie Sellers, Barbara Wilson, Ron Grooms., and Nathan Samuel.
Absent: None.
Councilperson Fetz made the motion to approve the agenda with the addition of
#12a, Amendment to Credit Card Ordinance, second by Councilperson Sellers, passing
on a vote of 7-0.
Mayor Galligan presented the minutes for consideration. Councilperson Wilson
made the motion to approve the minutes of July 12, 2010 (6:30 P.M.) second by
Councilperson Zastawny, passing on a vote of 7-0.
Deputy Clerk Hollis presented the claim lists for consideration by the Council.
Councilperson Zastawny made the motion to approve the regular claims as presented,
second by Councilperson Fetz, passing on a vote of 7-0. Councilperson Grooms made
the motion to preapprove the Park claims as presented, second by Councilperson
Zastawny, passing on a vote of 7-0.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
There was no public comment.
COUNCIL COMMENT:
There was no Council comment.
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DEPARTMENT HEAD REPORTS:
WWTP Superintendent Ashack presented and reviewed the Semi Annual Report
Overview (attached).
AGENDA ITEMS:
Mayor Galligan presented Ordinance No. 2010-OR-24, An Ordinance Amending
The Salary Ordinance (2010-OR-13) For Jeffersonville, Indiana. Councilperson Fetz
made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 2010-OR-24 on the third reading, second by
Councilperson Sellers. Council President Samuel noted there is confusion regarding the
job description title and the pay grade for the Parks Department Fieldhouse Director.
Following discussion, Councilperson Sellers withdrew her second and Councilperson
Fetz withdrew his motion. Councilperson Fetz then made the motion to remove the Parks
Director of Fieldhouse for further clarification and pass on the third reading, second by
Councilperson Sellers. The Sewer Department Miscellaneous section was questioned
and discussed at length. Councilperson Fetz said the Sewer Board unanimously approved
the changes. The motion to pass Ordinance No. 2010-OR-24 failed on the following roll
call vote:
Ayes: Councilpersons Sellers, Fetz, and Zastawny.
Nays: Councilpersons Wilson, Smith, Grooms, and Samuel.
Councilperson Grooms presented 2010-R-18, A resolution To Advertise For
Additional Appropriation (General Fund -Animal Shelter). Councilperson Fetz made
the motion to pass Resolution No. 2010-R-18, second by Councilperson Smith, passing
on the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilpersons Wilson, Sellers, Fetz, Zastawny, Smith, Grooms, and
Samuel.
Nays: None
City Attorney Wilder presented and explained the need for passage of 2010-OR-
27, An Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. 2009-OR-29, An Ordinance Amending
Ordinance 2009-OR-025, Which Amends Ordinance 2008-OR-021, An Ordinance Of
The city Of Jeffersonville, Indiana Authorizing City Officials To Use City Credit Cards
For Official Government Purchases Establishing A Credit Limit And Regulating The
Number Of Credit Cards Available To Each Department Of City Government.
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Councilperson Zastawny noted the request for the additional credit card was presented to
the Redevelopment Commission, which referred it to the Council. Councilperson Fetz
made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 2010-OR-27 on the first and second readings,
second by Councilperson Sellers, passing on a vote of 6-1. Councilperson Smith voted
against passage noting he would like to compare it to the original.
COMMITTEE REPORTS, COUNCIL AND MAYOR COMMENTS:
Councilperson Grooms made the motion to amend the claim list to add a donation
to Jeff GRC Little League in the amount of $500 from Council special projects, second
by Council President Samuel, passing on a vote of 7-0.
Councilperson Smith complimented Mayor Galligan regarding the Wall Street
project and the sign explaining your sewer dollars at work. He has also received
complimentary calls regarding the new playground equipment at Fulton Park.
Councilperson Zastawny said there has been a lot of activity by the
Redevelopment Commission regarding the Canal. He requests a sign at the new
sidewalks noting your tax dollars at work.
Councilperson Fetz said Ms. Mildred McBride representing First Trinity Baptist
Church was in City Hall last Monday for the Parks Authority meeting that had been
cancelled. She is requesting use of the Ken Ellis building for a retirement party for the
church pastor. He told her to contact Superintendent Bob Manor. Councilperson Fetz
said the equipment at Fulton Park is unbelievable. It is a good thing.
Councilperson Sellers received a call from a citizen regarding an odor from a
local plant. She told her to call IDEM. She also was asked about being able to pay sewer
bills on line. Superintendent Ashack will add this to his "to do" list. Councilperson
Sellers asked about purchasing Gatorade for the Street and Sanitation workers. Mayor
Galligan agreed.
Councilperson Wilson noted the Spay/Neuter Golf tournament was wonderful
with 22 teams. She thanks all sponsors and participants.
Councilperson Grooms said the Parks Authority meeting is scheduled for noon on
Friday, July 23, 2010. The Finance committee will meet at 9:30 A.M. on Friday, July 23,
2010. He would support the funding of grass mowing equipment for mowing for the
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right of ways. Councilperson Smith said Round Up is needed in areas. Councilperson
Grooms said there may be legal concerns for on-line payments.
Council President Samuel said the Council will meet next Monday July 26, 2010,
at 7:30 P.M. for Fire negotiations. He attended Riverstage this past Friday and Saturday
nights. It was very nice. He did note the location of the restrooms and whether people
know they are there. Mayor Galligan said they are used. Council President Samuel
suggested using extra TIF money for paving. Mayor Galligan said there is money in
place for paving. Council President Samuel has a question on procedure regarding the
addendum, asking if the next Salary Ordinance amendment could be started tonight.
Mayor Galligan noted the need to start with a clean copy.
Mayor Galligan said the Concerts In The Park and Riverstage are well attended.
The trolley is working fairly well. Louisville Orchestra is a step up. There is a beginning
of a lot of good things. He receives many compliments on our community. Without the
Council's effort it could not be done. He does appreciate it.
As there was no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was
adjourned at 7:40 P.M. ~
THOMAS R. GALLIGA AYOR
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PEGGY W DER, CLERK AND TREASURER