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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-01-1992COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSONVILLE, INDIANA JUNE 1, 1992 The Common Council of the City of Jeffersonville met in regular session in Council Chambers in the City-County Building~ Jeffersonville~ Indiana~ at 7:30 P.M~ on the 1st day of June, 1992. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Raymond J. Parker Jr.~ with Deputy Clerk Barbara Hollis at the desk. Mayor Parker welcomed all in attendance~ asking all those present to stand as Councilperson Steven Stemler gave the invocation. He 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 Bill Wolpert~ Andrew Williams III~ Donna M. Frantz, Peggy Knight Wilder, L. Marie Clapp~ Robert L. Potter~ and Steven R~ Stemler. Absent: None~ Mayor Parker presented the minutes of the meeting of May and May 18~ 1992 for consideration by the Council~ Councilperson Clapp made the motion to approve the minutes as presented~ seconded by Council President Williams~ and carried unanimously. Deputy Hollis presented the claim list along with several additional claims for consideration by the Council. Following all discussion, Councilperson Potter made the motion to approve the claims as presented~ seconded by Councilperson Clapp~ and carried unanimously. Councilperson Ordinance Of Additional for a public hearing. Wilder introduced Ordinance No. 92-0R-35 An Appropriation (General Fund - Fire Department) Following remarks~ Councilpereon Wilder made the motion to suspend the rules for Ordinance No. 9~-0R-35: seconded by Council President Williams and carried unanimously. Councilperson Wilder then made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 92-0R-35 on all three readings~ seconded by Council President Williams~ passing on the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilpersons Wilder, Clapp~ Williams: and Wolpert. Nays: None. Frantz, Potter, Stemler~ PAGE 2 JUNE 1, 1992 No. Time Parking 2ones. Councilperson Resolution No. 92-R-18~ seconded carried unanimously. Councilperson Riverfront Development three public hearings. Councilperson Wolpert introduced and read aloud Resolution 92-R-18~ Resolution Encouraging The Strict Enforcement Of Limited Wolpert made the motion to pass by Council President Williams and Potter introduced those members of the Advisory Board in attendance and reviewed the He then reviewed the general terms of a contract with the Star Of Louisville Cgrportion for a floating restaurant. The Riverfront Development Advisory Board has unanimously agreed to sign this contract. Council President Williams explained the terms of the improvements that will be made. The Star Of Louisville Corporation will provide the improvements and will be reimbursed for these from the percentage of gross reveneues to be paid to the City. Councilperson Wilder questioned the anticipated times of use of the "party barge", and was told this will be 5 or 6 times a year as it is not air conditioned. Councilperson~ Frantz questioned parking spaces and an Ordinance Attorney Gillenwater indicated appeal this as there is the regarding parking on Riverside Drive. there has ~een a desire expressed to hope to keep this accessible to the public. Councilperson Frantz questioned the modification before the Corps of Engineers. Mr. Dan Shotwell answpred this and explained the closing of the comment period is June 167 1992. Mayor Parker explained the Board of Public Works has voted to approve the contract if the Council approves. Park Board President Lewis Newlan stated the Park Board strongly endorses a floating restaurant at the foot of Spring and also endorses this contract if ~the Council approves. The Park Board would like to see the restaurant location moved downstream to allow for an unobstructed view from th~ overlook. Other comments were expressed along this same line. At t~his time Mr. Tom Galligan, Mr. Wayne Estopinal, and Mr. David Julius presented a sketch of a proposal for the overlook. Councilperson Potter thanked the group stating he hopes this group will keep active with the project. Councilperson Frantz asked if the Star Of ~ouisvilte Corporation would be flexible in moving the restaurant. Mr. Shotwell explained this PAGE 3 JUNE 19 1992 will have to be brought willing to look into it. approval of about this. as this may before the Corps: of Engineers and he is Councilperson Frantz made a motion to table the contract until the Corps of Engineers can be asked Councilperson Potter feels this motion is inappropriate take another year. Mayor Parker asked three times for a second to Councilperson Frantz's motion. There being no second motion died. Councilperson Potter then madel a motion to recommend signing of the leaee of Spring Street. Ms. of Engineers public the the agreement for a floating restaurant at the foot Ruth Frederick has received a copy of the Corps notice and asked several questions. She also expressed is not character. It presentation of quesions. Mayor volunteer's. Mr. for bar atmosphere. not a bar. Mr. Ordinance has concerns for the overlook proposal acceptable, expressing a desire to preserve was explained the overlook plans saying she feels fabric the historic are just a an idea. Mr. Shotwell !answered Ms. Frederick's Parker hopes there w~ll be a lot of support from Tom Head, 201 East Riverside Drive expressed concerns the commercial use of the Riverfront and does not want to see a It was explained this is alfamily type restaurant and Ford Miles, 208 West Riverside Drive asked if a noise been considered for the barge as he has concerns for outdoor Tom Herndon explained most of afternoon and early evening receptions. Ms. Sharon Council does not burden the tax pa~ers for infrastructure. Councilperson Clapp seconded the music, and what will be taking place five years from now. Mr. the receptions held on the barge are Martin hopes the the necessary motion made by Councilperson Potter to recommend the signing of the lease agreement. The motion carried on the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilpereons Clapp, Wilder, Williams, Stemler~ and Potter. Nays: Councilperson Frantz. Mayor Parker commented on the Capital For A Day saying he felt it was very beneficial to deal one on one people from Indianapolis~ He is very appreciative and those that helped with housing. Jeffersonville will be receiving an for the Wastewater Treatment Plant. to Ms. Donna Metzger and Mr. Wolpert~ program with the thanks all this was The highlight of additonal $450,000 in grant money Mayor Parker expressed his thanks Pat Hoehn for ~coordinating the program. PAGE 4 JUNE 1~ 1998 Councilperson Wolpert excellent job in removing the parking meters. said it is "much better without" Councilperson Frantz will be staring recycling program in house. She expressed Mr. Trembly explained pay the $2.50 a month. thanked the Street Department for the Councilperson Clapp a pilot curbside her district at a cost of $2.50 a month per her thanks to Mr. Geqrge Trembly for his help. Rumpke is ready to do this for those that will Councilperson Clapp 'questioned when the County will be ready and Councilperson Stemler explained he will be late this year or early next year. understands it Councilperson Wilder announced a,Redistricting meeting will take place Tuesday, June 9~ 1998 at 7:00 P.M. in the Mayor's Conference Room. Councilperson Wilder would like to look into a problem at the city garage she has discussed with Director Mike Wathen. There is a refueling facility in Jeffersontown she would like each Councilperson to see. Arrangements will be made for this. Councilperson Clapp commended Mayor Parker and the Riverfront Committee on the lease as she is~happy with it. Councilperson Potter thanked the Riverfront Committee as his Department for Department does a Council President Commissioner Gavin to they have worked long and hard. They are not ready to disband, but will continue. Council President Williams commepded Fire Chief Dooley and their work during a recent tragic fire. The Fire professional job and ~hey are at risk a lot. Williams urges Chief Dooley and Building look at the buildings in this area of town for He then commended Mr. Tom G?lligan and group for their asking Mr. Galligan to explain this idea. Mr. Galligan feels there is a lot to contribute and the~ group wants to be involved but does not know how. They want to see things happen and they have a offer. Council President Willia~ms is impressed with the enthusiasm. He suggests the group coordinate with Mr. Newlan lot to group's and the need to will Park Department. Mr. Galligan feels be involved with the Riverfront a~nd there is a way. Mr. Galligan received Jeffersonville citizens believes if there is a applause from those in attendance. PAGE 5 JUNE 1, 1992 Mayor Parker thanked the Riverfront Committee stating they "dug deep" and put in a lot of time and effort. There being no further business to come before the Council, Councilperson Potter moved to adjourn at 8:45 o'clock P.M. seconded by Councilperson Wolpert and unanimously carried. ATTEST: EVAN BAYH GOVERNOR OFFICE OF THE GOVER, NOR INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA 4620~-2797 May 26, 1992 The Honorable Raymond Parker Jr. Mayor, city of Jeffersonville City-County Building Jeffersonville, IN 47130 Dear Buddy: Thank you for your hospitality during the "Capital for a Day" program in Southeast Indiana. Susan, my staff and I enjoyed spending our day meeting with and listgning to concerns of the citizens of Clark and Floyd counties. The "Capital for a Day" program is an important way to bring state government closer to the people we serve. Many new relationships were forged as a result of our visits, meetings and forums on the "Sunny side of Louisville." I would also like to recognize the hard work of your assistant, Donna Metzger, who dedicated so much time and effort helping my staff organize the events, ~osts and drivers. She is truly an asset to the city of Jeffersonville and was an invaluable contact for my staff during the preparation for "Capital for a Day". Once again, Buddy, thank you for making "Capital for a Day" in Southeast Indiana a memorable experience for all of us. I look forward to our continued partnership in serving the needs of the Jeffersonville community. Sincerely, Evan Bayh EB/kaa ~ RECYCLED PAPER