HomeMy WebLinkAboutJune 12, 2013 JEFFERSONVILLE URBAN ENTERPRISE ASSOCIATION
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
JUNE 12, 2013
The Jeffersonville Urban Enterprise Association held a Regular Meeting on June 12, 2013, that
was called to order at 5:00 pm. in the 2n Floor Conference Room of City Hall, located at 500
Quartermaster Court, Jeffersonville, Indiana.
Board Members present:
Dustin White Shane Corbin Miguel Hampton
Ken Ogden Mike Smith Peggy Hardaway
Kelly Phillips Kelley Curran Warren Schimpff
Staff Members present: CMMS Clerk Cindy Seifert
Guests: Ed Siewert, Bernie Pasquantino and Rebekah Markowski
Absent: Ned Pfau
Call to Order:
Mr. White called the meeting to order at 5:00 pm.
Minutes:
Mr. Ogden made a motion to approve the minutes from May 8, 2013, with Mr. Hampton seconding
the motion. Motion passed unanimously.
Claims:
Ms. Phillips presented claims for June 2013. Claims totaled $70,752.06. Smith made a motion to
approve the claims for May 2013, in the amount of $70,752.06 with Mr. Ogden seconding the
motion. Motion passed unanimously.
Treasurer Report:
Ms. Phillips presented a Treasurer Report for May 2013. The balance as of June 4, 2013, was
$810,688.11. The Treasurer's Report was submitted for audit. Mr. Smith made a motion to
approve the Treasurer's Report, with Mr. Schimpff seconding the motion. Motion passed
unanimously.
Ms. Phillips added that the bank is now charging a $3.00 fee for paper statements, which are
required by the State Board of Accounts. Ms. Phillips will attempt to have the fee waived, or shop
fora new bank.
OLD BUSINESS
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TARC Grant Update
Mr. Corbin updated the Board on the status of the grant to be used for sidewalks between Pearl
Street and Mulberry Street from Chestnut Street to Court. The grant is in the amount of $39,000.
The UEZ has committed $9,535. Mr. Smith advised that the Council has money in the budget for
Handicap funds, which can help with the costs of intersections.
No action taken.
NEW BUSINESS
Port Fulton Landing Neighborhood Proposal — Ed Siewert
Mr. Siewert presented a funding proposal for a new neighborhood association for Pot Fulton
Landing. PFLNA will use the grant towards banners, signage and a newsletter.
Ms. Curran made a motion to approve the Neighborhood Grant in the amount of $4,000.00 for
Port Fulton Landing Neighborhood Association with Mr. Corbin seconding the motion. Motion
passed unanimously.
Italian Fest Proposal — Bernie Pasquantino
Mr. Pasquantino made a presentation regarding the previous year's Italian Fest. The projected
overhead for this year's event is $35,500.00. Mr. Pasquantino advised that this year's charitable
contribution will be split with LifeSpan, for providing labor, and the J.B. Ogle Animal Shelter.
The event will take place September 27, 28 and 29. The UEZ will receive prominent placement
of the UEZ logo on all Fest merchandise, free passes for members to hand out to zone residents
and included in all media appearances.
Mr. Smith made a motion to approve $7,500 for the Italian Fest, with Mr. Hampton seconding the
motion. Motion passed unanimously.
10th Street Business Expo Proposal — Rebekah Markowski
Ms. Markowski presented a funding request for the 10 Street Business Expo to be held August
15, 2013, at Kye's. Last year's expo included 46 booths, 13 of which were exhibitors within the
Zone.
Mr. Smith made a motion to approve $5,000.00 for the 10 Street Business Expo, with Mr. Ogden
seconding the motion. Motion passed unanimously.
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King's Table Request
Ms. Phillips presented a request from Wilma Sadler -Morton from the King's Table. The King's
Table operates through Gilt Edge Church, and provides meals to an average of 2,000 people per
month. CASI has historically been the major contributor to the King's Table, at $10,000. However
this year, CASI budget was reduced and therefore the King's Table contribution was cut. Ms.
Sadler -Morton has requested assistance from the UEZ. Ms. Phillips noted that transportation costs
in picking up food, were $1,820 per year, and questioned whether the UEZ could help with
transportation. Ms. Curran made a suggestion for King's Table to partner with other local
organizations to pick up the food, to bring down that cost.
Mr. Smith made a motion to table the request with Mr. Hampton seconding the motion. Motion
passed unanimously.
Food Truck and Public Art Discussion — Shane Corbin
Mr. Corbin advised the Board of the creation of a Public Art Committee. The Committee has
expressed interest in a monthly art fair to be held in the parking lot located at Spring Street and
Market Street. The art fair would contain both art and food trucks.
Mr. Smith made a motion to approve use of both UEZ Parking Lots for the monthly art fairs with
Mr. Hampton seconding the motion. Motion passed unanimously.
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REPORTS
Director's Comments
Ms. Phillips advised of a request she received to hold an Art Festival on July 20, 2013, at the
Parking Lot at Spring Street and Market Street. The Festival would include 40 -45 vendors. Mr.
Hampton requested a proposal with a business plan, proof of insurance and rental agreement for
$300 for use of the lot.
Ms. Phillips also advised that (1) the sidewalk & turning lane project at Eastern Boulevard and
Spring Street was near completion, (2) seven trees had been planted in the first phase of the Arbor
Walk, and (3) the Redevelopment Commission had denied the request for flowering baskets on
Riverside Drive, however the Council has agreed to fund for this year.
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Board Comments
Mike Smith advised that he would like to see the concrete stamping planned for Chestnut Street,
continued to Pearl Street. Mr. Smith also asked for information on the sign, which will span
Chestnut Street. Ms. Phillips responded that the bids came in extremely low, that she would
present the bids at the next meeting.
Miguel Hampton presented information regarding a Gala to benefit, HBCU - Historically Black
Colleges and University's. The Gala is planned for September 27, 2013 at Kye's. This is a national
event, with the main event's occurring in Louisville. The Gala is being held for the first time.
Mr. Odgen made a motion to contribute $1,500 for the HBCU Gala with Mr. Smith seconding the
motion. Mr. Odgen then made a motion to table the request, pending a completed application,
with Mr. Smith seconding the motion. Motion passed unanimously.
Adjournment:
Mr. Smith made a motion to adjourn at 6:37 pm., with Mr. Hampton seconding the motion. Motion
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Submitted By: Cindy Seifert Dustin White, President