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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-21-1990COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSONVILLE, INDIANA APRIL 21, 1990 The Common Council of the City of Jeffersonville, Indiana met in regular session in Council Chambers, in the City-County Building in Jeffersonville, Indiana, on the 21st day of April, 1990, at 9:30 o'clock A.M. The meeting was called Richard Spencer Jr. at the desk. Mayor Orem asked all allegiance to the flag. to order by Mayor Dale Orem and C. those present to stand and pledge Carter, The roll was called and those present were: Councilpersons Clapp, Grooms, Harrod, Perkins, Williams, and Waiz. Mayor Orem presented the minutes of the meeting of consideration by the Council. Councilperson Harrod April 2, made the by Councilperson 1990 for motion to approve the minutes as presented, seconded Grooms and carried unanimously. Mayor Orem presented a thank you from former Councilperson Shrewsberry. Council President Waiz introduced Marie Clapp who was elected to fulfill the office recently vacated by Rodger Galdwell. A warm welcome was given to Councilperson Clapp. Clerk and Treasurer Spencer presented the register of claims as well as several additional claims which were explained and discussed. Discussion was held on several claims and following this discussion, Councilperson Perkins made the motion to approve the claims as presented as well as the additional claims, with the exception of a Street Department claim to Goodyear, a Sanitation claim to Municipal Equipment and a Police claim to Alan Foster, seconded by Councilman Williams, and carried unanimously. The denied claims will be investigated. Council President Waiz made the motion to table Ordinance No. 90-OR-6 for an indefinite period of time, seconded by Councilperson Grooms and carried unanimously. Mayor Orem introduced and explained Resolution No. 90-R-12, A Confirming Resolution Designating Certain Development Areas As "Economic Development Target Areas" Within The City Of Jeffersonville, Indiana. Following discussion Councilperson Perkins made the motion to pass Resolution No. 90-R-12, seconded by Councilperson Carter and carried unanimously. PAGE 2 APRIL 21, 1990 Mayor Orem introduced and explained Resolution No. Confirming Resolution Designating Certain Development Areas As Development Target Areas" Within The City Of Jeffersonville, Councilperson Grooms made the motion to pass Resolution No. 90-R-13, A "Economic Indiana. 90-R-13, seconded by Council President Waiz and carried unanimously. Discussion was initiated by Councilperson Williams regarding the question of monitoring agencies for tax abatements. There is no recourse to withdraw an abatement if not followed through with the number of employees stated on the application. Mayor Orem introduced a Statement of Benefits for Bowles Mattess Company, Inc., 1220 Watt Street, for new equipment and a Statement of Benefits for Opal Bowles for a building addition. Mr. Bowles was in attendance and answered questions. Councilperson Perkins made the motion to approve both statements as presented, seconded by Councilperson Carter and carried unanimously. Councilperson Perkins introduced Ordinance No. 90-OR-19, An Ordinance Transferring Certain Funds Within Same Department. Councilperson Perkins made the motion to suspend the rules for Ordinance No. 90-OR-19, seconded unanimously. Councilperson No. 90-OR-19 on all three with discussion following. by Councilperson Williams and carried Perkins made the motion to pass Ordinance readings, seconded by Councilperson Harrod The procedures for sidewalk renovations were reviewed, and the request for the partial funding of the convention center feasibility study was discussed. Councilperson Grooms stated this is one of the most exciting projects he has worked on. Councilperson Perkins outlined his reasons for being supportive. Councilperson Williams questioned the justification of the large expenditures for the sewer rate study and the Court Avenue extension study. It was explained the rate study is required by law to accompany the grant application, and the Court Avenue study is required for placement of traffic signals. The cost figures are "not to exceed" figures. Discussion was also held as to the possibility of the convention study saying no, and what would happen with the land and DeMars. This study should be complete in eight weeks. The vote on Ordinance No. 90-OR-19 was called for and recorded as follows: PAGE 3 APRIL 2, 1990 Ayes: Councilpersons Grooms, and Perkins. Nays: None. Councilperson Grooms introduced Harrod, Carter, Williams, Clapp, Greater Clark County School Board Member Cheryl Yoder. Ms. Yoder outlined and explained the goals of the School Board. In the State of Indiana Greater Clark is $13 in size and $263 in assessed valuation, and with salaries taking up 90% of the budget, it is difficult to accomplish all that is wished. Ms. Yoder appreciates the cooperation of the City police, street department and parks department. Communication is vital. Some of the concerns of the Council were addressed. The Council will be invited to be on the agenda of a School Board meeting. Councilpersons Perkins and Grooms have been invited to speak to the Clarksville Town Board, April 30, 1990 at 7:30 P.M. Councilperson Perkins will get together with Town Board President Dickman to develope an agenda for a joint meeting with the Clarksville Town Board. Mayor Orem informed the Council 1-85 and the Ramada Inn have been purchased. all the properties between Mayor Orem initiated discussion on the development of a golf course, reviewing the developers projects in Louisville and elsewhere. Attorney Filer stated the City will accept proposals from all interested. Resolution No. 90-R-14, A Resolution Declaring City's Interest In Purchasing And Subsequently Disposing By Lease Of Certain Real Property was introduced and discussed. Councilpersons Perkins would like to see the City make the money, and would llke to see figures on this. Park Superintendent Caldwell has been studying this and is convinced the best way to go is what is proposed. Councilperson Perkins made the motion to table Resolution 90-R-14 until the next meeting in order to get more statistics and information, seconded by Councilperson Barrod, failing on a vote of 3-4. Councilperson Grooms made the motion to pass Resolution No. 90-R-14 as President Waiz, passing on a vote of Harrod voted in oppossition. presented, seconded by Council 5-2. Councilperson Perkins and PAGE 4 APRIL 2, 1990 Councilperson Harrod excused himself from the meeting at 11:45 A.M. to honor a previous committment. Council President Waiz is concerned that variances are being granted for construction of metal buildings. Following discussion, Councilperson Perkins made the motion to pass a Resolution and send a letter to the Board of Zoning Appeals asking the Metal Building Ordinance as passed by the Council be strickly adhered to and that variances not be granted, seconded by Councilperson Carter and passing unanimously. Councilperson Perkins asked that Walnut between Court and Chestnut be paved. Mayor Orem said this area is on the list. CouncilpersonPerkins asked Department of Redevelopment Director Gowens why the City is having to pay for the sewer relocation. Mr. Gowens answered when the vacation was done the utilities were left. Councilperson Perkins received a call regarding a pothole on Spring at Eastern Blvd. Commissioner Scales will look into this. It has come to the attention of Councilperson Perkins there is a boxing program taking place at the Fieldhouse which he has reservations about due the unbelievable liabilty. There has been an assault on a jogger at the Fieldhouse and the parents of the jogger have asked that the two attackers be barred from the Fieldhouse. Councilperson Perkins would like to see these two receive a suspension from the building and the Council agrees with this. One of these two is involved in the boxing program. Superintendent Caldwell explained the City provides the facility and does not sponsor the boxing, the Police Athletic League Board is the sponsor. He will ask that no contact be made until further investigation is obtained on the program. Police Officer Joe Grant will be asked to attend the next Council meeting to explain the program. Councilperson Perkins has called the Environmental Protection Agency in Chicago to investigate the situation with the sand at the Foundry on Market as no signs have been posted as of April 19, 1990. Mayor Orem said signs were in place on April 20, 1990. Councilperson Grooms would like to see the Department of Redevelopment involved in the development of a Comprehensive Plan for the City. Mr. Gowens spoke on this subject stating the Department has the preliminary work complete and Mr. Cooper has been involved in past annexations. He feels the Department of Redevelopment, Mr. Cooper and PAGE 5 APRIL 2, 1990 River Hills could develop a master plan that would meet State Law for approximately $15,000. Mr. Cooper will be invited to the next Council meeting to tell the Council if he can do this. Councilperson Carter reminded the Council of the Vissing Park dedication Saturday, April 28, at 10 A.M. Mayor Orem informed the Council that Bob Goldman will be the interim Utility Superintendent- The trash collection bids have been rejected due to an error in the specifications and new specifications are available. The new contract will start June 11, 1990. Mayor Orem called attention to the jeffersonville/New Albany market analysis done by Ameritech saying the fiqures for new construction are not correct. Mayor Orem asked the Council to pass a Resolution in favor of Scott Paper Company locating in Clark County. Following discussion, Councilperson Grooms made the motion to pass Resolution No. Resolution Stating The City Of Jeffersonville City Council Of Scott Paper Company Locating In Clark County, Indiana, Councilperson Williams, passing on a Perkins abstained from the vote saying 90-R-16, A is In Favor seconded by vote of 5-0-1. CouncilperSon he does not feel he has adequate information. There being Councilman Perkins made the motion to adjourn seconded by Council President Walz and carried unanimously. ATTEST: ~ RYCHARD SPENCEr-JR., no further business to come before the Council at 12:45 o'clock P.M.,