HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-05-2000COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS OF THE
COMMON COUNCIL OF TH~ CITY
OF IEFFERSONVILLE, INDIANA
JUNE5,2000
The Comax~n Council of the City of Jeffersonville met in regular session in the Multi-Purpose
Meeting Room in the City-County Building, Jeffersonville, Indiana, at 7:00 P.M. on the 5th day of
June, 2000.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Thomas R. Galligan, with Clerk and Treasurer
Peggy Wilder at the desk. Mayor Galligan welcomed all in attendance, asking all those present to
stand as Council President Ron Ellis gave the invocation. Mayor Galligan asked all those present to
join him in the pledge of allegiance to the flag.
The roll was called and those present were Councilpersons Les Merkley, Ron Ellis, Rob Wa[z,
Barbara Wilson, Ron Grooms, and Vicki Conlin.
Absent: Councilperson Denny Frantz.
Mayor Galligan presented the minutes of the meeting of May 15, 2000 for consideration by
the Council. Councilperson Wilson made the motion to approve the minutes as presented, seconded
by Councilperson Conlin and carried unanimously.
Councilperson Merkley made the motion to approve the agenda as presented, seconded by
Councilperson Conlin, passing unanimously.
Clerk and Treasurer Wilder presented the claim list with three additional claims, for
consideration by the Council Following explanations and discussion, Councilperson Merkley made
the motion to approve the claims and additional claims as presented, deleting the claim to Direct TV
from the Animal Shelter, seconded by Councilperson Wilson, passing on a vote of 5 to 1.
Councilperson Grooms voted nay. Clerk and Treasurer Wilder explained the approved column on
the claim list indicated the claims had been presented in a tree and accurate form.
pLrBLIC COMMENT:
Ms. Jennifer Yingling, Co-chair of the Jeffersonville Youth Commission, appeared before the
Council requesting funding for the Commission.
Councilperson Denny Frantz arrived at 7:15 P.M.
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Mr. Josh Clemmons, Co-chair of the Jeffersonville Youth Commission, explained the goal of
the Commission. Mr. Henry Reed, Secretary/Treasurer of the Jeffersonville Youth Commission,
spoke about the Youth Commission. Mr. Brandon Sutton explained the makeup of the membership.
Ms. Jenna Gettelfinger explained the programs that have been planned, saying it is "youth helping
youth". Also speaking for the Commission were Ms. Loren Pepper, Mr. Nate Carden, and Ms.
Shahrzad Javid. Ms. Beverly Knight, staffperson for the Commission, explained her duties.
Ms. Doffs L. Smith, a resident of 313 Mockingbird Drive, appeared before the Council saying
her street bas been resurfaced and her driveway has to be redone. She has been requested to pay her
portion and she feels the driveway should be done at the expense of the City. Mayor Galligan
explained the driveway in question and the need to make corrections. This type of project was done
in Northaven and the residents paid their share. Ms. Smith stated she is very much opposed.
Ms. Debm Liddick, a resident of 1901 Whippom/il102)riveway off Mockingbird) said because
the developer put the curbs in too high, she does not feel it is fair and right to have to pay for half of
the correction cost. The City put the pipes in the driveways in 1986 or 1987. She bas signed a
petition.
Councilperson Fmntz told the Mockingbird residents he will talk to the Mayor to try and help
the situation. Councilperson Frantz presented a signed petition to the Mayor. Mayor Galligan
explained the pipes in the driveways are a liability and he is trying to solve a problem. It is the
residents choice to put the driveways back the way they want.
Ms. Cindy Dalton, 411 Mockingbird and Ms. Debbie Simmons, 303 Mockingbird, also said
they are unable to use their driveways.
Mr. J. Brace Scales (Corky), appeared before the Council representing owners of Jefferson
Court. The residents are concerned the trees are being taking out behind the Jefferson Court
property. He asks this be stopped until Friday when a meeting is planned. The residents are
concerned no notice was given of the road going through the area. They are upset and would like
to get answers. They are asking to have a buffer put in. There are many questions that need to be
answered. Mayor Galligan explained the plan will include trees and drainage correction. The
objective of the new road is to move traffic fi:om Hamburg Pike to Highway 62. Mayor Galligan said
something will be done to protect the neighbors. Mr. Scales does appreciate the meeting scheduled
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for Friday. Councilpersons Merkley and Ellis made comments. Attorney Anne Marie Galligan
explained the property and how it was acquired. Mr. Scales does not understand why the swatch of
trees was taken out now when it is such a long process.
Mr. Mike Hutt asked if there is an Ordinance regarding the posting of signs on telephone
poles. Attorney Galligan explained telephone poles are private property. It is hoped this problem will
be addressed with the new zoning ordinance. The City is trying to stay on top of those that are
placing advertisements on the poles. She asks residents to call and report companies that are placing
signs on the poles. Mr. Hutt also asked about the noise ordinance. His complaint is with "vulgar rap
music" coming f~om vehicles
Mr. Bob Lanum, Attorney representing the Ogle Foundation, appeared before the Council
to support the Salary Ordinance for the Veterinarian. The Foundation is proud of the new Animal
Shelter and with the hiring ora veterinarian it will be a first class facility.
AGENDA ITEMS
Ms. Beverly Knight, Jeffersonville Youth Commission, deferred to Ms. Jennifer Yingling, Co-
chair of the Commission. Ms. Yingling presented an information packet to each Councilperson.
Council President Ellis made the motion to take the request for funding to a workshop as he would
like to see a budget. Councilperson Coulin said she would like to go ahead and advertise for an
additional appropriation. Councilperson Merkley seconded the motion to table the request. Council
President Ellis feels there may be money available in the Parks Department budget. Councilperson
Frantz does have a concern for duplication. Ms. Barbara Anderson has been meeting with the
Commission and said Parks and Recreation has been involved. Ms. Beverly Knight said the
Commission does have a fund raising committee and they will be getting donations. The vote to table
the request failed on a vote of 3-4. Councilpersons Frantz, Waiz, Grooms, and Conlin voted against
the table. Councilperson Conlin made the motion to pass Resolution No. 2000-R-22, A Resolution
To Advertise For An Additional Appropriation (General Fund), seconded by Councilperson Grooms,
passing on a vote of 6-1. Council President Ellis voted against passage. This will be discussed at a
Council Workshop scheduled for Monday, June 12, 2000, at 5:00 P.M. in the Mayor's Conference
Room. The Parks Department will be invited. A member of the audience spoke in favor of the Youth
Commission saying adults need to step back and allow the youth to be empowered. Councilperson
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Conlin said Scottsburg, Indiana is starting a program modeled after the Jeffersonville Youth
Commission.
Councilperson Grooms made the motion to modify the agenda to allow Department of
Redevelopment Director Phil McCauley to.do his presentation next, seconded by Councilperson
Conlin, passing unanimously.
A ten minute recess was taken.
Director McCauley appeared before the Council in support of Resolution No. 2000-R-23, A
Resolution Approving Statement Of Benefits For Purposes Of Property Tax Abatement (Dover
Resources, Inc., d.b.a~ Cook Airtomic). Also present were company officers and representatives of
SIEDC. Director McCauley explained the company history, employee wages, and the investment,
saying this company will be an outstanding credit to Jeffersonville. Councilperson Ellis made the
motion to approve Resolution No. 2000-R-23, seconded by Councilperson Merkley, passing
unanimously. Council President Ellis informed company officers of an environmental institute.
Ordinance No. 2000-OR-32, An Ordinance Of Additional Appropriation (General Fund-Fire
Department), was presented for consideration. Councilperson Conlin made the motion to pass
Ordinance No. 2000-OR-32 on the ~st reading, seconded by Councilperson Merkley, passing
unanimously.
Council President Ellis presented Ordinance No. 2000-OR-23, An Amended Ordinance
Requiring Jeffersonville City Vehicle Identification. Council President Ellis read the Ordinance as
changed. Council President Ellis made the motion to accept the amendments, seconded by
Councilperson Grooms, passing on a vote of 6-1. Councilperson Conlin voted nay. Council President
Ellis then made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 2000-OR-23 on the third reading, seconded by
Councilperson Merkley, passing on a vote of 6-1. Councilperson Conlin voted nay.
Ordinance No. 2000-OR-24, An Ordinance Establishing A Non-Reverting Fund For The
Jeffersonville City Court was presented for the second and third readings. Council President Ellis
made the motion to pass ordinance No. 2000-OR-24 on the second and third readings, seconded by
Councilperson Conlin, passing unanimously.
Mayor Galligan introduced Ms. Cindy Keller, Veterinarian, as the new Animal Shelter
Director. Ordinance No. 2000-OR-27, An Ordinance Amending Certain Portions Of Section 1 Of
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Ordinance No. 99-OR-49 (Animal Shelter) was presented for consideration. Attorney Galligan
explained the pay structure for the Veterinarian/Director. Councilperson Conlin made the motion to
pass Ordinance No. 2000-OR-27 on the second and tttird readings, seconded by Councilperson
Grooms. Council President Ellis explained he opposes pay of $60,000 for a Department Head. The
motion to pass Ordinance No. 2000-OR-27 on the second and third readings passed on a vote of 6-1.
Council President Ellis voted nay.
Ordinance No. 2000-OR-28, An Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. 90-OR-9 Establishing
A Spay-Neuter Program For Animals Adopted From The Josephine B. Ogle Animal Shelter was
presented for the second and third readings. Councilperson Conlin made the motion to pass
Ordinance No. 2000-OR-28 on the second and third readings, seconded by Councilperson Waiz,
passing on a vote of 6-1. Council President Ellis voted nay. Dr. Keller will do the rabies shots.
Ordinance No. 2000-OR-29, An Ordinance Transferring Certain Funds Within Same
Department (Animal Shelter) was presented for the second and third readings. Councilperson Conlin
made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 2000-OR-29 on the second and third readings, seconded by
Councilperson Merkley, passing on a vote of 6-1. Council President Ellis voted nay. Ms. Faye
Schoen stated paying $35,000 a year for a Department Head, and $25,000 a year for a Veterinarian
is "cheap".
Ordinance No. 2000-OR-33, An Ordinance Transferring Certain Funds Within Same
Department (Animal Shelter) was presented and explained. Councilperson Merkley made the motion
to pass Ordinance No. 2000~OR-33 on the first reading, seconded by Councilperson Conlin, passing
unanimously.
Clerk and Treasurer Wilder presented information regarding a web site. She is requesting a
photo and information from each Councilperson. The cost to set up the site will be $2,500 with a
cost of $60 a month for updates. She suggests looking into hiring a technical employee for the City
at budget time.
Ordinance No. 2000-OR-34, An Ordinance Transferring Certain Funds Within Same
Department (Clerk Treasurer) was presented and explained by Clerk Treasurer Wilder.
Councilperson Conlin made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 2000-OR-34 on the first reading,
seconded by Councilperson Walz, passing unanimously.
June 5, 2000
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COUNCIL COMMENTS
Councilperson Wild~ reminded all of JeffFest, Saturday, June 10, 2000.
Councilperson Conlin commends the members of the Youth Commission for their hard work.
She feels they are extraordinary.
There being no further business to come before the Council, Councilperson Merkley made
the motion to adjourn at 9:35 P.M., seconded by Councilperson Wilson, passing unanimously.
ATTEST: ~YO~R ~~''~7~ ~/f~~M~~~ c ~
CLEP~K~ASLrRER PEGGY WIL
JEFFERSONVILLE YOUTH COMMISSION
MISSION: We believe all youth should be given the opportunity to make a positive
contribution to the community.
GOAL: To develop better community relationships by bringing the diversity of our
community together using our youth as resources.
OBJECTIVIES: Give youth a voice in community activities. Give youth leadership
roles in the community. Allow youth the opportunity to meet and work with local
government. Represent the diverse population of young people in the community. Allow
youth to have a voice and to make positive changes in the community.
PROGRAMS AND SERVICES: Summer concert series, two on two basketball series,
night court, street dances, art in the park, sand volleyball series, young buddies program,
newsletter and activities hotline. The JYC will also work with other organizations to
provide community services. A long-term service will be a community center.
(See attachment A)
GOVERNANCE: The Jeffersonville Youth commission will be composed of youth
under the age of 23. Membership is open to all youth who want to make a positive
difference in the community. All members are required to have an application on file.
The JYC will provide input to the Youth Commission Director, The Mayor and The City
Council. The Youth Commission has two co chairpersons and a secretary/treasurer. The
officers are elected by a majority vote and are asked to serve a one-year term. The current
co chairs am, Jennifer Yingling and Josh Clemons. The current sec/treasurer is Henry
Reed. (See attachment B)
STAFFING: The Jeffersonville Youth Commission has one staff person. The duties of
the Director of the JYC are to help the youth carry out their objectives and be the link to
the mayor's office. The current director is Beverly Knight. The JYC office is located on
the first floor of the City/County Building. The address is 501 East Court Avenue,
Jeffersonville, 1N 47130. The phone number is 285-6404. (See attachment C)
FACILITIES OR MECHANICS OF SERVICE DELIVERY: Youth Commission
meeting are held in the Mayor's Conference room on the fourth floor of the City/County
building. Summer activities will take place in various locations in the community.
(parks, gyms, closed streets, many will be outdoor activities.)
FINANCES: The Jeffersonville Youth Commission is requesting $40,000 from the
Jeffersonville City Council. The JYC will also request funding from the Clark County
Council, The FOP, The Optimist League, The Jeff Housing Authority, local businesses
and private individuals. The JYC will write grant proposals to the Lilly Endowment, The
Community Foundation, Juvenile Justice, Venture Grants, Ogle Foundation, Bales
Foundation, Presbyterian Foundation and others. The JYC will also hold fund raising
events such as car washes, bake sales and talent shows. (See attachment D)
STRATEGIC PLANNING AND PROGRAM EVALUATION: The Jeffersonville
Youth Commission will evaluate the program by the number of youth that attend JYC
meetings and participate in the planning and implementation of the various activities.
Individual activities will be evaluated by the number of youth participating in the
activities.
ATTACHMENT A
Summer concert series, six different dates with local bands playing. Each concert will
have a theme. The first one being No More Violence. Someone from the Women's
Shelter will be at the concert to answer questions. Various types of anti violence
materials will be available for the youth.
Drinks, chips and candy will be available for a minimum cost.
Two on two basketball series; this series will be open to all ages under 23. It will also
feature a parent/child series and a celebrity showdown. There will be a total of 4 dates
for the series. Refreshments will also be available.
Night court; The JYC would like to work with a local gym and the police department to
hold late night basketball and volleyball games.
Street dances; The JYC would like to hold three street dances. A DJ will play and
refreshments will be available.
Art in the park; The JYC will provide art supplies and a DJ for these events. It will be
open for all youth under the age of 23.
Sand volleyball series; a sand court will have to be built for this event. It will be open to
all ages under the age of 23. It will also feature a parent/child and celebrity series.
During the time the series is not using the court it would be available for other use.
Young buddies program; this program would involve older youth going into the
neighborhoods and interacting with the younger kids. This would include reading,
theater and field day. Visits would be to six area neighborhoods two times during the
summer.
Newsletter and activities hotline; both of these would be done by the youth and would be
used to advertise the JYC.
Advertising methods will include the Evening News, newsletter, flyers, booths set up at
various activities such as family lest, activities hotline and T-shirts with the JYC logo.
ATTACHMENT B
JEFFERSONVILLE YOUTH COMMISSION APPLICATION
Last name First name Age
Phone # School Grade__
Street address ST __ Zip.
1. Why would you like to be on the Youth Commission?
2. If you could bring one thing to Jeffersonville or change one thing, what would it
be?
3. Are you willing to meet two times a month in the evening? Yes No (Circle one)
4. Please write one paragraph on what issues you would like to deal with being on
The Jeffersonville Youth Commission.
JEFFERSONVILLE YOUTH COMMISSION APPLICATION
Last name ~-/O~/_~,~'~ First name~'~',rxZ'~-~ Age ~
Phone # _ School /t~/,4 Grade
Street address5 ST Zip
1. Why would you like to be on the Youth Commission? .
If you could bring one thing to Jeffersonville or change one thing, what would it
be?
3. Are you willing to meet two times a month in the evening? ~ No (Circle one)
4. Please write one paragraph on what issues you would like to deal with being on
The Jeffersonville Youth Commission. ~ -
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JEFFERSONV[LLE YOUTH COMMISSION APPLICATION
Last name /Cd ~ d, First name )'-/~ n ry Age ! ?
Pnone#t __ School_ . _ Grade /D
Street address.._~..
ST __ZIP _
1. Why would you like to be on the Youth Commission?
2. If you could bring one thing to Jeffersonville or change one thing, what would it
be"7 /*c¢~4Z rSt;~h 5o~--'~..-~,4° 'Tf~r/ef-5:'_~t'~t*'~,
3. Are you willing to meet two times a month in the evening? ~ No (Circle one)
4. Please ~wite one paragraph on what issues you would like to deal with being on
The Jeffersonville Youth Commission.
BEVERLY K. KNIGItT
216 Kewanna Drive. · Jeffersonville, Indiana 47130 · (812) 285-9314
OBJECTIVE
To secure a position which will afford the opportunity to utilize management,
marketing, advertising and special event planning skills, aS well aS expertises in
sales and customer relations.
EXPERIENCE
DnZECTOR OF SPEOAL EVElq'rS
WILD MALDEN IORT KOMPIW. X
Owq~d
Cajun Cafe
Marketing Manager & Special Event Platmer
Humana, Inc.
Assistant Supervisor in Client Services
Humana, Inc.
Director
Health Careers Institute
Sales/Admissions Representative
Health Careers Institute
Dire'tot of Sales/Admissions
School of Hair Design
Advertising and Sales Representative
WTMT Radio Station
EDUCA~ON
A~LI998-P~r~rr
JEFFERSO~HLLE, INDIA1;A
1996-1998
yeffersonville, Indiana
1992-1996
Louisville, Kentucky
1988-1990
Louisville, Kentucky
1985-1988
Louisville, Kentuc~
1981-1984
Florence, Kentucky
1980-1981
Louisville, Kentucky
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
Western Kentucky University
l~g~,Y 19'19
Bowling Grven, Kentucky
Mau~ment:. Recently owned and managed Cajun Cafe, inc. of Jeffersonville, In,liana.
Respons~le for all budgeting, advertising and staff pl~vaing~ While at H!muula
reeponsibilifi~ included mm~n$ two Humana reaearch vendors for total ~pem~ of
eighty six thotmnd dollars. Compiled r~u~h analysia for advertising o,?aigr$. Total
media dollars tracked: sixteen million dollars (1994). Sul:mvlr~l ten employees ;a Client
· -.' ',.-, .-*~,-,,onn_ l~.xm~mee at Heall~ Careefs In-nfitu~' inv°lved ding-in8 a
Service~ divisi~a ..... - .... -~ ......
staff of eieven empl~ees and moni~ s~entY fiw studenla' In addifi°n' supervised
consu~:~on of ~ion ofH~ C.a~ lnsfitu~ whieh was c°mP~ ~ sd~- - ~le md
Special Events: Respons~le for pl~mnlng, budgeting and hosting nil special event perties
at the Wild Mayden ~ Komplex end the Cajun Cafe. While a~ Humane planned special
events including Metro United Way and Fund for the A~s cnmpaigns. Worked with
Kentucky Derby Festivnl balloon race committee tn all balloon race activities, personally
involved in locel sports activities such es fun rum, bicycle fides and triathalons. Assisted
the Louisville Wheclmcn in activities and special events.
Bud~m~:. Respons~l¢ for all budgets of special eva~ et Wild Ivisyden end the Cajun
Cafe. At Humana assisted vAth prospect -
budget. While at Healfl~ Caree~ lmtimte denumsmm~ budgetnry skills and
management by effectively opev~n~ below budget while a~hleving monthly profit. '
Completed detailed weekly and monthly cost evaluatiom, fmnncinl aid and
Sales: Supervised ~ales personnel nt Hu~nna, and Health C.a~-rs Institu~.
Respons~ilities included hiring, monitoring and counseling employees. Respons~le fo~
evnl,~-g performance and conducting ~aff meetings. Utilized effe,ztiv¢ human relation
skills directed townrd staff motivation.
Referenee~: Available upon reque~-
ATTACHMENT D
MATERIALS AND SEVICES NEEDED FOR SUMMER
ACTIVITIES
EQUIPMENT FOR ALL EVENTS
COOLERS
T-SHIRTS
LOCKBOXES
FIRST AID KIT
GARBAGE CANS
EXTENSION CORDS
TENT CANOPY
FIRE EXTiNGUISHER
BLEACHERS (CHAIRS)
ADVERTISEMENTS
FOOD PRODUCTS FOR SALE
CHIPS
COKES
WATER
GATORADE
CANDY
BAKED GOODS
PIZZA
CONCERT SER1F. S
BANDS
SOUND
STAGE AT OUTDOOR CONCERTS
2 ON2
GOALS
BASKETBALLS
DJ
NIGHT COURT
GYM RENTAL
STREET DANCES
DJ
STREET BLOCKED
ART IN THE PARK
ART SUPPLIES
DJ
TABLES
SAND VOLLEYBALL
SAND COURT
DJ
YOUNG BUDDIES PROGRAM
BOOKS
ART SUPPLIES
COSTUMES
PUPPET MAKING SUPPLIES
SPORTS EQUIPMENT
NEWSLETTER
PRINTING COSTS
ACTIVITIES HOTLINE
ANSWERING MACHINE
ADVERTISING
T-SHIRTS
NEWSPAPER
FLYERS
BOOTH RENTAL
BUTTONS
OTHER
SALARIES
MISC.