HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-07-1990COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS OF THE
COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF JEFFERSONVILLE, INDIANA
MAY 7, 1990
The Common Council of the
in regular session in Council Chambers,
Jeffersonville, Indiana, on the 7th day
P.M.
The meeting was called
Richard Spencer Jr. at the desk.
Mayor Orem asked all
allegiance to the flag.
City of Jeffersonvilte, Indiana met
in the City-County Building in
of May, 1990, at 7:30 o'clock
to order
Carter,
1990 for
Clapp, Grooms, Harrod,
Absent: None.
Mayor Orem presented
consideration by the
by Mayor Dale Orem and C.
those present to stand and pledge
The roll was called and those present were: Councilpersons
Perkins, Williams, and Waiz.
the minutes of the meeting of April 21,
Council. Councilperson Carter made the
by Council
motion to approve the minutes as presented, seconded
President Waiz and carried unanimously.
Mayor Orem presented a thank you note from
for the Vissing Park Dedication.
Clerk and Treasurer Spencer presented the
Mrs. Edna Vissing
register of claims
as well as several additional claims which were explained and discussed.
Clerk and Treasurer Spencer informed the Council there is a balance of
$83,424.14 in the Capital Projects Fund which is the fund the claim for
Waldrip Construction is to be paid. There followed discussion regarding
a claim for the police radio console and a loan to pay for the radio
system. Mayor Orem told the Council that he procured a loan in the
amount of $195,000 for the payment of the police radio system and the
cousole from INB Banking Company. Clerk and Treasurer Spencer informed
the Council, Mayor, and City Attorney that this has not as yet been
deposited in the City treasurery. Ne stated his reasons as such; his
opinion is that the Council must pass an Ordinance for the approval for
borrowing money that specifies the interest rate and the specific
repayment plan. Also, before money may be borrowed, legal advertising,
stating the intention of borrowing a specific amount of money must be
made, and an interest rate from the lowest bidder must be obtained. The
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State Board of Tax Commissioners must also approve the borrowing of this
money before the loan can be made. He told the Council that the rate of
interest on the loan the Mayor procured was 8.11%. Ne informed the
Council that he would inquire with the State Board of Accounts and the
State Tax Commission, and try to derive from the statutes the proper
procedure for borrowing money. At which time he would then, in writing,
inform the Council of his findings. Councilperson Perkins made mention
of a letter from Citizen's Fidelity Bank on a 5.75% loan rate.
Councilperson Perkins made the motion to approve the claims as presented
as well as the additional claims,
claim to $83,424.14, seconded by
unanimously.
Councilperson Carter
with the reduction of the Waldrip
Councilperson Carter, and carried
made the motion to pass Resolution No.
the tax bills not
to be looked at.
this.
90-R-26, A Resolution Authorizing Advertisement For An Additional
Appropriation, seconded by Councilperson Clapp, and carried unanimously.
Mayor Orem introduced Ms. Becky Jo Schneider and Mr. Henry
Faurest, Clark County Council For The Arts members. They explained the
Art Train will be in Jeffersonville June 15, 16, and 17, 1990, and the
Summer Arts and Crafts Show will be at Preservation Station at the same
time. The Arts Council requests the City donate $5,000 to this event.
Councilperson Perkins feels this is a worthwhile project, however with
out yet the financial position of the City will have
Councilperson Grooms would like to help find money for
Mayor Orem introduced Mr. Bob Lanum, Attorney representing
Jeffersonville Public Warehouse who explained Resolution No. 90-R-17,
Resolution Of The Common Council Of The City Of Jeffersonville, Indiana,
Economic Development Refunding Revenue Bonds (Jeffersonville Public
Warehouse, Inc. Project), Series 1990, In The Principal Amount Of
$4,370.000. Following all discussion, Councilperson Perkins made the
motion to pass Resolution No. 90-R-17, seconded by Councilperson Grooms
and carried unanimously.
Councilperson Perkins complimented the beautification of Exit
0. Mayor Orem is pleased with the job done by volunteers on the Court
Avenue median. The downtown street light replacement is currently out
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of reach financially. Discussion of buying the poles and coordinating
with the Hughes and DeMars group followed. There is a need for the
Mayor, Council, and Public Service Indiana to get together. Mayor Orem
invited all who are
Ramada, May 6, 1990.
Mayor Orem
interested to attend a
presented Resoluti°ns
90-R-20, 90-R-21, 90-R-22, 90-R-23, 90-R-24,
Commemorating Prior Approval Of Statement of
explained this is a "cleaning up" of Statement
all discussion, Councilperson Harrod made
90-R-16, 90-R-20, 90-R-21,
Resolutions No.
DeMars Workshop at the
No. 90-R-18, 90-R-19,
and 90-R-25, Resolutions
Benefits. Attorney Filer
of Benefits. Following
the motion to approve
90-R-22, 90-R-23, and
seconded by
Councilperson
90-R-25.
90-R-24, seconded by Councilperson Carter and carried unanimously.
Councilperson Harrod made the motion to approve Resolution No. 90-R-25,
Councilperson Carter, passing on a vote of 6-0-1.
Perkins abstained from the vote and the discussion of
Councilperson Grooms asked the Council to review Ordinances
No. 75-OR-32 and 75-OR-4, Ordinances fixing minimum standards of
employment and employee relations. He called attention to the portion
that states: "City management has the responsibility and the authority
to manage and direct on behalf of the public the operations and
activities of the City to the full extent authorized by law". He does
not believe City management means the Council. He asks for no action on
possibily in the near future or at budget time these
this tonight, but
may be updated.
Council President Waiz suggests,
sessions during the month of July, the July 2,
that due to the budget
1990 meeting as scheduled
by cancelled and held July 16. Ail were in agreement. He asks that
each Council member begin budget discussions with the Department Heads
and start setting up meetings possibly on Saturdays.
Council President Waiz asked what the City could do to promote
recycling. Mayor Orem wishes to start a recycling program by 1991.
Much planning is needed as Louisville has experienced problems. The
trash collection bids have been opened and he would like to work with
the provider to work out details and hope to have information at budget
time. Currently there is a compost area near the Animal Shelter.
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Attorney Filer explained the Indiana Legislature H.B.
recycling plans must be in place in 3 to 5 years.
regarding recycling and trash collection was held.
Councilperson Williams introduced Officer
1240 which states
Other discussion
Joe Grant who
provided the Council with a description of the insurance policy and a
copy of the incorporation with regard to the boxing program currently
being held in Nachand Fieldhouse. Officer Grant and two other
representatives of the USA Amateur Boxing Federation answered questions.
All were in agreement the insurance did not seem adequate. Attorney
Filer will research the policy and ask the City insurance adjustor look
at the program. It is the opinion of the Council the City may be open
for a liability suit. Councilperson Williams has observed the program
and is supportive as he feels it is organized and supervised well,
however there is concern for the liability. Councilperson Perkins would
like an opinion in writing from the City insurance carrier.
Councilperson Grooms asks the Council meet with Mr. Gary
Cooper at the Department of Redevelopment, Thursday, May 10, 1990 at
7:30 P.M. regarding a comprehensive study. He informed the Council the
Parks Department has put $10,000 into Vissing Park this year. He and
Council President Waiz attended a Clarksville Town Board meeting where
$5,000 was approved for the Convention Center study. Councilperson
Grooms is concerned for the speeding on 1-65, particularly with the "18
wheelers" semis. He would like to ask for State Police help on 1-65.
The traffic through Buttonwood was also the subject of discussion with
regard to speeding.
to close the road with a
have patroled this area
problem.
There are rumors
brick wall.
and without
Councilperson Perkins asked
status was on the Allen property on
of some residents that would like
Mayor Orem explained the police
an inner-city road there is a
Commissioner Scales what the
Meigs Avenue. He would like to see
action taken on this. Councilperson Carter agrees with this.
Commissioner Scales will send a notice. Councilperson Perkins gave a
thank you to Street Commissioner Hemingway for his response in picking
up limbs and commented the mem look professional in the uniforms. He
asked if Market Street was still on the FA2. Mayor Orem explained this
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will go in this summer with the inner city road and funding is being
looked into through the Build Indiana Fund and/or bonding. Commissioner
Scales said that within 30-60 days there will be a walk-through on-site
inspection on Market Street. Councilperson Perkins asked if the Council
letter regarding metal buildings was delivered to the Board of Zoning
Appeals. Commisioner Scales explained it was read at the meeting and
the letter was clear. Councilperson Perkins feels there is a real
problem when an appointed body supersedes an elected body.
Councilperson Harrod thanked Councilperson Perkins for the
success of the City Steamboat Race Party. He has received many
compliments from the employees.
Attorney Filer refered to H.B. 1261 which provides for 6%
loans through the IN Bond Bank if problems arise due to a late tax
settlement. This is not a problem at this time.
There being no further business to come before the Council
Councilperson Perkins made the motion to adjourn at 9:30 o'clock P.M.,
seconded by Council President Waiz and carried unanimously.
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