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COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS OF THE
COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF JEFFERSONVILLE, INDIANA
JULY 12, 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 12, 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 were City Attorney Darren Wilder,
and Council Attorney Greg Clark. Council President Samuel welcomed all in attendance,
asking all those present to stand as Council President Samuel 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.
Council President Samuel made the motion to approve the agenda with the
addition of #13A, Discussion of Pay Ranges, second by Councilperson Grooms, passing
on a vote of 7-0.
Mayor Galligan presented the minutes for consideration. Councilperson Wilson
made the motion to approve the minutes of June 7, 2010 (5:30 P.M.) second by
Councilperson Grooms, passing on a vote of 6-0-1. Councilperson Fetz abstained.
Councilperson Wilson then made the motion to approve the minutes of the June 21, 2010
(5:30)meeting, second by Councilperson Grooms, passing on a vote of 6-0-1.
Councilperson Fetz abstained. Councilperson Wilson made the motion to approve the
minutes of June 18, 2010 (noon), second by Councilperson Sellers, passing on vote of 6-
0-1. Councilperson Fetz abstained. Councilperson Wilson made the motion to approve
the minutes of June 21, 2010 (6:30), second by Councilperson Sellers, passing on a vote
of 6-0-1. Councilperson Fetz abstained.
Deputy Clerk Hollis presented the claim lists for consideration by the Council.
City Attorney Darren Wilder presented three additional claims for Hamburg Pike
property acquisition ($20,550.00, $13,000.00, and $12,675.00). Following discussion,
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Councilperson Sellers made the motion to approve the prepaid claims, the regular claims
and the additional three as presented, second by Councilperson Zastawny, passing on a
vote of 7-0. Councilperson Grooms made the motion to preapprove the Park claims as
presented, second by Councilperson Wilson, passing on a vote of 7-0.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Mr. Mike Hutt appeared before the Council to first pay a compliment as the
riverfront looks fantastic and the downtown is looking good. Mr. Hutt then voiced
concern for the 10tH Street entrance to the City, presenting picture of several neglected
areas going East on 10tH Street. It is Mr. Hutt's intent to make the Council aware. He
did note a fine job is being done in the median. Mayor Galligan explained plans for most
of the areas of concern, saying he is trying to "get the ugly off 10tH Street". There is a
process to work through. It will get cleaned up. He does feel the dumping of litter on the
Street is a big problem. Mr. Hutt told of a Rumpke truck that was traveling down 10tH
Street that was losing part of the load. Mayor Galligan asked Mr. Hutt to get
identification of the truck as well as the date and time.
COUNCIL COMMENT:
There was no Council comment.
DEPARTMENT HEAD REPORTS:
Mr. Clarence Hulse, Economic Development Director, appeared before the
Council to provide information regarding the Jeffersonville Neighborhood Leadership
Institute. UEZ has provided funding in the amount of $10,000. He is requesting funding
in the amount of $13,300 from the Council. Mr. Michael McCoy of City Solutions
Center gave a power point presentation. The proposed plan was presented and reviewed.
Several area residents were introduced as representatives of the neighborhood group. At
the conclusion of the presentation, Councilperson Grooms made the motion to approve
$13,300 from EDIT funds for the program, second by Councilperson Smith, passing on a
vote of 7-0.
AGENDA ITEMS:
Mr. Paul Wheatley, Redevelopment Director, presented and reviewed the tax
abatement yearly report. Director Wheatley noted the steel companies have experienced
a downturn. He also noted those that have not filed the required CF-1. Following review
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and discussion, Councilperson Zastawny made the motion to approve the CF-ls as
presented and approve the sending of letters to those that have not filed their CF-1,
second by Councilperson Sellers, passing on a vote of 7-0. As an update, Director
Wheatley noted the property at 927 Indiana Avenue is to be considered and RFPs are to
go out.
Assistant Fire Chief Tony Decker presented and reviewed 2009-10 Grant
applications. Each grant was explained regarding status, amount of local match, and
proposed purchase. He is requesting funding share for the boat and truck. Councilperson
Smith noted the need for a workshop to consider funding needs for the match share of all
grants.
Councilperson Grooms made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 2010-OR-13, An
Ordinance Transferring Certain Funds Within Same Department (EDIT-City
Publications), second by Councilperson Smith, passing on a vote of 7-0.
Council President Samuel presented Addendum A, Proposed City of
Jeffersonville Non-Collective Bargaining Pay Ranges as developed by HR Affiliates,
explaining the philosophy. Human resources Director Calabro elaborated on the system,
explaining this is outside of longevity pay. Councilperson Grooms asked if an employee
could be moved from one pay grade to another without approval of the Council.
Attorney Clark said it could not be done as it would be controlled by the salary
ordinance. Councilperson Fetz expressed concern for duties performed outside of duties
due to the absence of the Clerk Treasurer. Mayor Galligan said if anything is done for
employees of the clerk Treasurer's office it should be done over and above.
Councilperson Fetz asked if compensation could come from Sewer funds. This
document is now a public document. It is understood that those at or above the max are
not to receive increases in the future. At the conclusion of all discussion and review,
Council President Samuel made the motion to approve Addendum A effective July 1,
2010, second by Councilperson Smith, passing on the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilpersons Smith, Zastawny, Fetz, Sellers, Wilson, Grooms, and
Sellers.
Nays: None.
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Ordinance No. 2010-OR-26, An Ordinance Amending The Salary Ordinance
(2010-OR-13) For Jeffersonville, Indiana, was presented for review. Councilperson
Smith questioned additional dispatchers as employees rather than contract dispatchers.
Council President Samuel and Attorney Clark explained dispatchers must be employees.
At the conclusion of all discussion, Council President Samuel made the motion to pass
Ordinance No. 2010-OR-24 on the second reading, second by Councilperson Wilson,
passing on a vote of 7-0.
Councilperson Grooms made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 2010-OR-26, An
Ordinance Transferring Certain Funds with The Same Department (EDIT-Festival
Donations), second by Councilperson Seller, passing on a vote of 7-0.
COMMITTEE REPORTS, COUNCIL AND MAYOR COMMENTS:
Councilperson Smith noted the improvements made at the Oak Park Tennis
Courts and Park. Improvements have been made at Fulton Park and a location is to be
decided for a building. Councilperson Smith said he noticed sidewalks being put in at the
new Michel Tire on 10th Street.
Councilperson Zastawny noted the successful Kids Triathlon held this past
weekend at the Aquatic Center. He is proud of the facility and staff.
Councilperson Fetz reported Pinnacle Properties installed green flush devices in
100 units. The saving in water bills will amount to $10,000 per year and $12,000 in
sewer bill savings a year.
Councilperson Sellers is working on a property maintenance ordinance for the
August 2, 2010 meeting.
Councilperson Wilson said the Concerts In The Park have been wonderful,
encouraging all to attend.
Councilperson Grooms said the Park Authority meeting for tomorrow has been
canceled. He reminds all to tour the parks. The sidewalks on Charlestown Pike are
looking good and being used. Councilperson Grooms thanks Officer Grimes for his
attendance. The Louisville Orchestra Concert at Riverstage was really good. He reminds
all to be thinking about the budget schedule.
Council President Samuel said he will reschedule the meeting with the FOP and
inform the council. The LOIT money was received on July 2. There is need to develop a
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plan for this money. Council President Samuel has received a request from Firefighter
Kaskie regarding negotiations. Councilperson Zastawny suggested emailing the outline
and requesting a response by email. Council President Samuel toured the pipe at
Riverside and Wall Streets with Mayor Galligan and WWTP Superintendent Ashack. He
was very impressed with the huge job. Council President Samuel noted employees in the
Clerk Treasurer's Office do have different responsibilities due to the absence of the Clerk
Treasurer. He asks two or three Councilpersons to meet to develop a recommendation.
Councilpersons Fetz and Sellers will meet and come up with a recommendation.
Mayor Galligan noted the 4t" of July Parade was a big success. The Louisville
Orchestra concerts are unique. He has received many compliments from the community.
The events of the last weekend were reviewed. He has received compliments on the
trolley. Sara Schutz does a great job. It is nice to hear compliments. Mayor Galligan
said he attended a meeting prior to the passage of the LOIT tax. He agreed to participate
proportionately. He would like to see a Board of the participating communities. All need
to be responsible and 911 needs to be accountable. He feels a need to participate.
Mayor Galligan received compliments on the restroom facilities. Interviews will be
taking place for the financial advisor position.
As there was no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was
adjourned at 9:00 P.M.
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THOMAS R. GALLIGAN AYOR
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PEGG ILDER, CLERK AND TREASURER