HomeMy WebLinkAboutAugust 29, 2011 COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS OF THE
COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF JEFFERSONVILLE, INDIANA
August 29, 2011
The Common Council of the City of Jeffersonville, Indiana met in regular session
in Room 101, City Hall, 500 Quartemnaster Court, Jeffersonville, Indiana, at 6:30 P.M.
on Monday August 29, 2011.
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 City Council Attorney Mickey Weber. Mayor Galligan welcomed all in attendance,
asking all those present to stand as Councilperson Nathan Samuel gave the invocation.
Mayor Galligan then led all those present in the pledge of allegiance to the flag.
The roll was called and those present were; Councilpersons Mike Smith, Keith
Fetz, Connie Sellers, Barbara Wilson, Wayne Carter and Nathan Samuel.
Absent: Councilperson Ed Zastawny.
Council President Smith made the motion to approve the agenda with the addition
of a Transfer Ordinance as New Business number 2 and tabling Clarence Hulse -River
Ridge UEZ, second by Councilperson Sellers, passing on a vote of 6 -0.
Deputy Clerk Hollis presented the claim lists for consideration by the Council,
Following discussion, Councilperson Samuel made the motion to approve the
RedevelopmenVflF claim list as presented, second by Councilperson Sellers, passing on
a vote of 6 -0. Councilperson Samuel next made the motion to approve the regular
claim list as presented, second by Councilperson Fetz, passing on a vote of 6-0.
Councilperson Carter made the motion to preapprove the Park claims as presented,
second by Councilperson Wilson, passing on a vote of 6-0.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Mr. Ed Hack, 2410 Logan Lane appeared before the Council saying the dirt in the
area needs to be removed. Mr. Hack thanks Councilperson Samuel and Mayor Galligan
for coming out there. Ile also gives thanks for suggesting he contact the Drainage Board.
Councilperson Samuel said he has checked with City Engineer Andy Crouch who
informed him no permits have been issued for the area that Mr. Hack is concerned about.
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COUNCIL COMMENT:
There was no Council comment.
DEPARTMENT HEAD REPORTS:
There were no Department Head reports.
AGENDA ITEMS:
City Attorney Darren Wilder presented Ordinance No. 2011- OR-42, An
Ordinance Repealing All Local Firearm Ordinances Not Conforming To I.C. 35 -47 -11.1.
Councilperson Fetz made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 2011 -OR-42 on the third
reading, second by Councilperson Carter, passing on a vote of 6-0. Council Attorney
Weber said the Council may want to limit firearms in City Hall as this is allowable when
there is a courtroom in the building.
Financial Officer Monica Harmon presented Ordinance No. 2011- OR -43, An
Ordinance Transferring Certain Funds Within Same Department (General Fund —
Common Council). Councilperson Carter made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 2011 -
OR-43 on the third reading, second by Councilperson Sellers, passing on a vote of 6 -0.
Financial Officer Monica Harmon presented Ordinance No. 2011- OR-46, An
Ordinance Of Additional Appropriation (General Fund — Common Council).
Councilperson Carter made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 2011 -OR-46 on the first
and second readings, second by Council President Smith, passing on a vote of 6 -0.
Financial Officer Monica Harmon presented and explained the need for passage
of Ordinance No. 2011.OR -47, An Ordinance Transferring Funds Within Same
Department (Sanitation). Councilperson Samuel made the motion to pass Ordinance No.
2011 -OR-47 on the first and second readings, second by Councilperson Sellers, passing
on a vote of 6 -0.
COMMITTEE REPORTS, COUNCIL AND MAYOR COMMENTS:
Councilperson Fetz reported he has talked with Matt Hall of One Southern
Indiana. Councilperson Fetz believes that One Southern Indiana is a shining star for
Economic Development. He does however recommend that financial support of One
Southern Indiana be discontinued with the announcement of support of those running for
political office. Mr. Hall did explain that the funds used for political support are from
private funds and not public funds. Councilperson Fetz feels this creates a "slippery
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slope ". He has asked Attorney Weber to draft a letter for the Council to review.
Councilperson Fetz noted the funds for this support were derived from tax abatement
fees. He would like to consider removing the 10% fee. There is a need to help
development and remain competitive.
Councilperson Wilson hopes all have a good Labor Day weekend. She noted the
Concerts in the Park are about over and starting in September the concerts will begin at
7:00 P.M. She invites all to come out.
Councilperson Samuel said he feels the City met the commitment to One
Southern Indiana last year. He is supportive of discontinuing financial support. This is a
wonderful organization but he feels the political involvement puts the City in conflict.
Councilperson Samuel has talked with Jill Saegesser of River Hills with regard to the
proposed grant to help homeowners with sewer connection fees. Ms. Saegesser informed
Councilperson Samuel the area can be a huge area, the income limits are 120% of median
income, and the preference would be for sewer help only. Homeowners may request a
delay in the time limitations if they are waiting for grant funding. It is hoped to have a
proposal within two weeks. Councilperson Samuel said he met with Jerry Acy of River
Ridge and the reason to table the agenda item for tonight is to allow for more clarity.
Council President Smith said the next meeting will be September 12 due to the
Labor Day Holiday, with an Executive Session scheduled for 5:30 P.M. There will be a
workshop prior to the September 19 meeting. He would like to schedule a workshop
prior to the October 3 meeting for a presentation on the employee wellness program.
Council President Smith then noted all the LOIT- Safety money has been received from
the County Auditor. Mayor Galligan suggested 37% of the LOIT Fund be earmarked in
anticipation of an interlocal agreement.
Mayor Galligan said the cleaning out of the new Riverstagc has begun. It is
hoped the architect will be able to get inside within a day or two. Ile then noted Vissing
Park is moving along very well. The 10 Street Pump Station hole is now down 50 feet.
It is hoped to start concrete work in the second week of September.
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As there was no further business to co • before the Council, the meeting was
adjourned at 7:05 Y.M.
THOMAS R. GALLIC MAYOR
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PE LDER, CLERK AND TREASURER