HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-16-1990COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS OF THE
COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF JEFFERSONVILLE, INDIANA
JULY 16, 1990
The Common Council of the
in regular session in Council Chambers,
Jeffersonville, Indiana, on the 16th day
P.M.
The meeting was called
Richard Spencer Jr. at the desk.
Mayor Orem asked all
allegiance to the flag.
City of Jeffersonville, Indiana met
in the City-County Building in
of July, 1990, at ?:30 o'clock
to order by Mayor Dale Orem and C.
those present to stand and pledge
The roll was called and those present were:
Jimmy Carter, Marie Clapp, Ron Grooms, Tony Harrod, John Perkins,
Williams, and Robert Waiz.
Absent: None.
Mayor Orem presented the minutes of the meeting of June 16,
1990 for consideration by the Council. Councilperson Carter made the
motion to approve the minutes as presented, seconded by Councilperson
Clapp and carried unanimously.
Clerk and Treasurer Spencer presented the claim register, an
additional claim register, and several additional claims for
consideration by the Council. Clerk and Treasurer Spencer explained
that presently there is not enough cash to pay all the claims and meet
Councilpersons
Andrew
claims presented, directing Clerk and Treasurer Spencer to hold payment
until such time it is in the best financial interest to the City,
seconded by Councilperson Grooms and carried unanimously.
Mayor Orem introduced Mr. James Williams, Attorney
representing DeMars/Haka, and Mr. Charlie Reisert of the Reisert
Company. Mr. Williams and Mr. Reisert reviewed the development progress
to this point answering questions from the Council. A ground breaking
date has not been set, however the Council is promised they will be the
first to know. Following the presentation, Mayor Orem introduced
Ordinance No. 90-OR-29, An Ordinance Vacating Two Alleys In Block 11 In
the payroll for the month, due to
expect a tax settlement check by
discussion Councilperson Perkins
the tax deadline being late. He does
the end of the month. Following all
made the motion to approve all the
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The City Of
motion to suspend the rules for Ordinance No.
Councilperson Harrod and carried unanimously.
made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 90-OR-29
Jeffersonville, Indiana. Councilperson Perkins made the
90-OR-29, seconded by
Councilperson Perkins
' S
on all three readzng ,
seconded by Councilperson Harrod. At this point it was asked if anyone
in attendance would like to speak in favor of, or against the Ordinance.
There being no response, the vote was called for and Ordinance No.
90-OR-29 passed unanimously.
Mayor Orem introduced Ordinance No. 90-OR-30, An Ordinance
Vacating A Portion Of Ohio Avenue And An Intersecting Alley In The City
Of Jeffersonville, Indiana. Councilperson Perkins made the motion to
suspend the rules on Ordinance
Harrod and passed unanimously.
pass Ordinance No. 90-OR-30
No. 90-OR-30, seconded by Councilperson
Councilperson Perkins made the motion to
on all three readings, seconded by
Councilperson Grooms. Again public input was called for and there being
none the vote was taken and Ordinance No. 90-OR-30 passed unanimously.
The street will stay open until necessary which is anticipated to be
about 30 days.
Mayor Orem announced results of
the stucco building at Market and Indiana
a free study that indicates
is the original post office
building. This buiilding could be moved, set up, and renovated for
$36,000, or moved only for $16,000. He asks the Council to think about
a location and any ideas or suggestions. Several locations were
discussed. Councilperson Perkins will bring this to the Jeff-Clark
Preservation Board Meeting.
Mayor Orem introduced Mr. George Bowles and Mr. Jerry Jackson
of Rumpke of Indiana who gave a recycling presentation. Curbside and
selected site programs were discussed. Recycling must be started and it
does cost a great deal of money and will require policing. The City is
currently making use of the chipper and they do have a compost pile.
Following all discussion, Councilperson Grooms made the motion the City
enter into a
large divided
unanimously.
voluntary recycling program with four locations of the
dumpsters, seconded by Councilperson Clapp, and passing
The locations will be decided at a later date and all are
asked for suggestions.
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Councilperson Clapp introduced Resolution No. 90-R-34, A
Resolution Of The Common Council Of The City Of Jeffersonville Regarding
Procurement Preferences For Recycled Materials. Councilperson Clapp
made the motion to pass Resolution No. 90-R-34, seconded by
Councilperson Perkins and passed unanimously. Recycling discussions
continued, including a program of disposing of tires.
Mayor Orem informed the Council that this is a public hearing
for Ordinance No. 90-OR-31, An Ordinance Reestablishing Jeffersonville
Cumulative Capital Development Fund. Councilperson Perkins made the
motion to suspend the rules for Ordinance No. 90-OR-31, seconded by
Councilperson Harrod and carried unanimously. Councilperson Perkins
made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 90-OR-31 on all three readings,
seconded by Councilperson Carter. Oppossition to this Ordinance was
asked for from the public in attendance. There being none, Ordinance
No. 90-OR-31 passed with the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilpersons
Grooms, and Harrod.
Nays: None.
Council President
Clapp, Waiz, Williams,
Perkins, Carter,
of Christmas banners for the downtown area. Perhaps the merchants or
the Main Street Program could be asked for help.
Councilperson Perkins has talked with Mike Spalding of the
Jeffersonville Main Street Program and was informed they are organized
and active, however they do need money. Councilperson Perkins would
like to see a transfer made in the Common Council budget to give $2,000
to this worthwhile program. Councilperson Carter would like to see the
Street Department Office area have central heat and air. An estimate of
$8,200 has been received, and he would like to see a transfer made for
this. The Animal Shelter office can have heat and air for approximately
$1,200. Councilperson Perkins made the motion to pass Ordinance No.
90-OR-33, An Ordinance Transferring Certain Funds Within Same
Department, seconded by Councilperson Harrod, passing on a vote of 5-2.
Councilpersons Grooms and Waiz voted against the Ordinance.
Councilperson Grooms said the Vehicle Maintenance Department will be
$7,400 short this year and asks the Council to be thinking of making up
this shortage.
Waiz asked the Council to consider funding
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Councilperson Perkins has good news and bad news for the
Council. The Company that made the Council desk has agreed to replace
the cracking and delaminating finish, however this does have to be taken
out and sent to the shop. At this point the August meeting schedule was
discussed and decided to move the meeting scheduled for August 6 to
August 1, 1990. The company will be informed they may take the desk
after the August 1~ 1990 meeting.
Councilperson Perkins has noticed a For Sale sign on the old
post office in Warder Park. There are deed restrictions limiting the
use to civic or municipal. This will be followed up and looked into.
Councilperson Harrod informed the Council the animal shelter
is receiving
the donations
next meeting.
meeting
donations and he would
to be spent as needed.
Councilperson Grooms
July 19, 1990 when a
like to see an Ordinance allowing
This will be worked on for the
announced a Convention Center Committee
preliminary feasibility study will be
presented. There will be budget meetings July 17, and 18, 1990 at 7
P.M. He is concerned the small island at 10th and Spring is not marked
properly and is dangerous. Commissioner Scales has asked the State to
remove this and they will not. He will check again with the State
Highway Department to see what can be done.
Councilperson Williams gave a "hats off" recognition to Chief
Collins for the recent Firefighters Convention. He would like to see
the yellow line enforced at the corner of Spring and Riddle and also
asks for enforcement of the speed limit in this area. At this point
Councilperson Williams read a statement regarding the blatant drug
problem in the Riddle, Green and Pennsylvania areas. He is concerned
the children of this area see this as the norm, and he seeks support
from the Council so the neighborhood can be taken back by the residents.
Mayor Orem informed the Council the sewer plant grant
application was delivered to Indianapolis on time. There was great
cooperation in getting 12 easements done in 4 days. With the closing of
the Bacon's store in Youngstown, Mayor Orem is concerned for the
shopping center. He stated this is a terrible situation with absentee
ownership and it will require new ownership to succeed. He will be
working on this. Councilperson Perkins has spoken with Redevelopment
Director Gowans on this same matter. The problem of the taxes paid by
business wa~ discussed.
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There being no further business to come before the Council,
Councilperson Perkins made the motion to adjourn at 10:00 P.M., seconded
by Councilperson Grooms and carried unanimously.
DA~.OBEM, MAYOR
ATTEST:
~. ~ICHARD SPENCE~ JR., CF