HomeMy WebLinkAboutNOVEMBER 15, 2016 MINUTES OF THE
JEFFERSONVILLE DRAINAGE BOARD
NOVEMBER 15, 2016
The Jeffersonville Drainage Board met on November 15, 2016 at 5:30 P.M. in the Council's
Chambers, First Floor at 500 Quartermaster Court,Jeffersonville, Indiana. President Bob Rogge called
the meeting to order with the following in attendance:
BOARD MEMBERS: STAFF:
Bob Rogge Andy Crouch
Arthur Guepe Matt Bell
Tom Campbell Kevin Feder
Chester King Nathan Pruitt
Charlie Smith Scott Lewis, Attorney
Steve Gill Patty Rush
Stacy Slaughter
Absent: Grant Morton and Rob Burgess
Guest: Lisa Gill, Representative with the City Council
Kevin Taff for David Blankenbeker
MINUTES:
President Rogge presented the minutes from the November 1, 2016 meeting, asking if there
were any questions or corrections. Mr. Gill made motion to approve the minutes as presented and
seconded by Mr. Slaughter. Motion approved unanimously
OLD BUSINESS: None
NEW BUSINESS:
Mr. Kevin Taff was present in regard to Buttonwood, Section 8. This will consist of 30 single
family lots and information was given in regard to the detention basin. Mr.Taff advised that 6.9 acres
would be for a new detention basin and 13.3 acres will be for future property that will drain into the
new detention basin. City Engineer Crouch had already reviewed the plans along with the Board and
recommended for approval. This would have to include a long term maintenance agreement. Mr. Smith
made motion to approve and seconded by Mr. Guepe. Motion approved unanimously
City Engineer Couch advised that M. Fine Building at 8th and Spring Streets are want to remodel
their building. This would include installing about 5,000 square feet of landscaping or grass along with
the remodeling of the building. City Engineer Couch has reviewed the plans and recommended for
approval. Mr. Smith made motion to approve the recommendation and seconded by Mr. Campbell.
Motion approved unanimously
The Board had follow-up questions from the last meetings in regard to water from Perrin Pointe
II properties draining across Utica Pike. City Engineer Crouch has spoken to the developer and advised
that the water has been shut off from the fountain and the sprinklers until spring. Several Board
members expressed the need to review the approved drainage plan and develop a solution so the water
does not run across the street. City Engineer Crouch will pull all the plans and review for a solution,
and will make contact with the developer again. He will have more information at our next meeting.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Ms.Tina Smith at 318 Webster Blvd. was present in regard to the property she owns at 2213
Hamburg Pike. She advised that the water issue has continued and requested a study to be completed
for a solution to her problem. Ms. Smith stated that she thought if the ditch was widened or dug
deeper that it would be a solution to the problem. City Engineer Crouch stated FEMA has studied this
area and defined as a flood plain. He also agreed to provide FEMA contact information to Ms. Smith
REPORTS:
Mr. Bell advised that City Engineer Crouch is working on cost for additional crews and
equipment along with some quotes.
Mr. Bell reported that they are still working on the easements regarding the Reardon property.
City Council Representative Gill inquired about the project on Schuler Drive and if any work has
begun. City Engineer Crouch will make a call to the approved contractor for an update on the project.
Mr. King advised that drainage water at BBT on 10th and Thompson was the color of blue. City
Engineer Crouch will check it out and report back to Board.
CLAIMS:
President Rogge presented the claims in the amount of$19,430.19 for approval. Mr. King made
motion to approve the claims as presented and seconded by Mr. Gill.
Motion approved unanimously
ADJOURN:
Mr. Guepe made motion to adjourn the meeting at 6:25 P.M. and seconded by Mr. Campbell.
Our next meeting will be held on December 6, 2016.
President Bob Rog e
ATTEST.
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Patty Rush, retary