HomeMy WebLinkAbout10-01-1990COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS OF THE
COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF JEFFERSONVILLE, INDIANA
OCTOBER 1, 1990
The Common Council of the
in regular session in Council Chambers,
Jeffersonville, Indiana, on the 1st
o'clock P.M.
The meeting was called
Richard Spencer Jr. at the desk.
Mayor Orem asked all
allegiance to the flag.
The roll was called and those present
Jimmy Carter, Marie Clapp, Ron Grooms, Tony Harrod,
Williams, and Robert Waiz.
Absent: None.
Mayor Orem presented the minutes of the
15, 1990 for consideration by the Council.
the motion to approve the minutes as
Councilperson Clapp and carried unanimously.
City of Jeffersonville, Indiana met
in the City-County Building in
day of October, 1990, at 7:30
to order by Mayor Dale Orem and C.
those present to stand and pledge
were: Councilpersons
John Perkins, Andrew
meeting of September
Councilperson Carter made
presented, seconded by
Clerk and Treasurer Spencer presented the claim register for
consideration by the Council. A claim from Waldrip Construction for
additional work at Firehouse III was presented for discussion. Building
Commissioner Scales was presented this bill and stated the architect
feels this is a legitimate expenditure. There was much discussion
regarding this from several Councilpersons, Fire Chief Collins, and
Commissioner Scales. Following all discussion Councilperson Harrod made
the motion to approve the claims
Waldrip claim, seconded by
unanimously.
as presented with the execption of the
Councilperson Perkins and carried
Ordinance No. 90-OR-45, An Additional Appropriation Ordinance
was introduced for discussion. This was explained by Clerk and
Treasurer Spencer. Councilperson Harrod made the motion to suspend the
rules for Ordinance No. 90-OR-45, seconded by Councilperson Clapp and
carried unanimously. Councilperson Harrod then made the motion to pass
Ordinance No. 90-OR-45 on all three readings, seconded by Councilperson
Grooms, passing on the following roll call vote:
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Ayes: Councilpersons Clapp, Waiz, Perkins, Grooms, Harrod,
Carter, and Williams.
Nays: None.
Councilperson Perkins made the motion to bring Resolution No.
90-R-42, A Resolution Demanding Repayment of Funds Expended On Behalf Of
The Department Of Redevelopment, back up for discussion, seconded by
Councilperson Harrod, and carried unanimously. Attorney Filer explained
he is not certain of the exact amount that is due on each loan. Clerk
and Treasurer Spencer explained what he knew of the situation.
Councilperson Perkins feels the intent is clear. Councilperson Williams
feels this should not be done without meeting with Redevelopment
Director Gowens. Councilperson Grooms is concerned this may affect the
Redevelopment position to fund, and could stall projects. Councilperson
Perkins is concerned with a 9 million dollar liability to the taxpayer,
and feels there is something wrong when an appointed board can put the
City in debt. Council President Waiz asked if the two $200,000 loans
were the only debts the Department of Redevelopment had. Attorney Filer
and Mayor Orem said there are some other debts on properties that
require payment when the properties are sold. Councilperson Grooms
feels that if the $400,000 is never returned it is a good investment,
even with the tax abatement. Councilperson Williams is concerned with
the "first available" part of the Resolution. Councilperson Perkins
then made the motion to pass Resolution No. 90-R-42, seconded by
Councilperson Harrod, failing on a vote of 3-4. Councilpersons Waiz,
Clapp, Williams, and Grooms voted against passage.
Mayor Orem informed the Council he received word this morning
the Wastewater Treatment Plant Grant has been obtained, and explained
the need to have a meeting with a representative of Umbaugh and
Associates regarding sewer rates. Councilperson Carter made the motion
to change the Council meeting scheduled for October 20, 1990 at 9:30
A.M. to October 17, 1990 at 7:30 P.M., seconded by Councilperson Grooms
and carried unanimously. Attorney Filer explained the procedures and
need to close on the properties necessary for the new plant and the
money that is required to meet all I~D.E.M. deadlines. Mayor Orem
introduced Ordinance No. 90-OR-46, An Ordinance Of The City Of
Jeffersonville Prescribing The Manner In Which The City May Make A
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Temporary Loan To Pay For Preliminary Expenses~ Prior To The Issuance
And Delivery Of Revenue Bonds, Incurred In Connection With Its Sewage
Works Improvement Project. Clerk and Treasurer Spencer suggests 3 or 4
quotes be obtained. Following discussion, Councilperson Grooms made the
motion to suspend the rules for Ordinance No. 90-OR-46, seconded by
Council President Waiz. The motion to suspend failed on a vote of 6-1
with Councilperson Perkins voting against suspension. Councilperson
Grooms made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 90-0R-46 on the first and
second reading, seconded by Council President
following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilpersons Grooms, Harrod,
Waiz, passing with the
Carter, Clapp, and Waiz.
October 3,
seconded by Councilperson Clapp,
Councilperson Perkins voted no.
passing on a
Nays: Councilpersons Williams and Perkins.
Councilperson Grooms made the motion to call a Council meeting
1990 at 9:00 o'clock P.M., in the Mayor's Conference Room,
vote of 6-1.
Councilperson Grooms introduced Resolution No. 90-R-43, An
Agreement Between The Jeffersonville City Council And The Clark County
Ministerial Association. He then introduced Reverend David Owens of
Springdale United Methodist Church who explained the program. Following
all discussion, Councilperson Grooms made the motion to pass Resolution
No. 90-R-43, seconded by Councilperson Harrod and carried unanimously.
Councilperson Grooms reviewed the history of the
lease/purchase of the Parks Department Water Slide, asking what should
be done about the balance of $38,228.27. Suggestions included allowing
the Park Board to borrow the money to pay it off, transfer of funds in
the Council budget to pay it off, and using Cumulative Capital funds.
The misconceptions of the contract were reviewed. Following all
discussion Councilperson Carter made the motion to suspend the rules for
Ordinance No. 90-OR-47, An Ordinance Transferring Funds, seconded by
Councilperson Grooms, failing on a vote of 4-3. The motion was then
made by Councilperson Perkins to authorize the Parks Board to borrow
$38,228.27 to pay for the slide, seconded by Councilperson Harrod,
passing on a vote of 5-2. Councilpersons Carter and Williams voted
against the motion.
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As the Ordinance to redistrict was not
Carter made the motion to table until October 3,
Councilperson Harrod, and carried unanimously.
Clerk and Treasurer Spencer called to
Council a claim listed to be paid from the Signal
ready, Councitperson
1990, seconded by
the attention of the
19 Fund. There is an
Ordinance that states money from this fund can only be used toward the
purchase of the Police Radio System. Assistant Police Chief Johnson
explained the claim was for batteries for use in the
Following all discussion Clerk and Treasurer Spencer
charge the claim to the Police Department budget.
Johnson answered questions regarding the radios
Councilperson Perkins has received
abatement at 1700 Spring Street. It appears
wrong procedure information and he will put the information he was given
in letter form to the Council.
Councilperson Perkins inquired about a Utilities Director.
Mayor Orem then introduced Mr. Steve Tolliver, recently hired to be the
City of Jeffersonville Utilities Director. He stated Mr. Tolliver's
qualifications, and told the Council he was highly recommended. Some of
the Council were under the impression the person hired for this position
would be an engineer and Mr. Tolliver is not. Mayor Orem said the
qualification necessary is a Class 4 Operator and he is pleased with
what Mr. Tolliver has done in one week. Councilperson Perkins has heard
rumors of merit raises, to which Mayor Orem said everything would stay
within the salary Ordinance.
Councilperson Perkins
and Waiz had attended a recent
feels their message was
personal apprecz~zon'~- to
hand-held units.
was instructed to
Assistant Chief
and batteries.
a call regarding a tax
the owner was given the
doing on enforcement.
~ ~ ..... Councilp~rson Perkins asked if
Foundry on Market has been received.
nothing yet. Councilperson Perkins made
the analysis of the sand at the
Commissioner Scales has heard
the motion to give Mr. Robison
30 days
one location or another, seconded by Councilperson Harrod. There
followed discussion, following which the motion passed on a vote of
5-1-1. Councilperson Grooms voted against the motion, with
Council~erson Williams abstaining.
after receiving the results from I.D.E.M. to remove the sand to
stated he and Councilpersons Williams
Board of Zoning Appeals meeting. He
made clear. Councilperson Perkins gave his
Commissioner Scales for the good job he is
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Councilperson Clapp related the serious standing water problem
in the back of the yards on Avondale Court, the drainage in the front
and the need for paving. Ms. Marcella Bratcher, a resident of the area,
told of a child being injured due to the streets, and the problem with
leaches, turtles and mosquitoes and begged the Council to "do
something". Mayor Orem explained this has been a problem from the late
70's when a company built in the middle of the drainage ditch. He
explained the drainage flow in the area. He also stated there is no
money left to resurface, however they may be able to patch. Engineer
Lanz will be looking for a solution, and to determine just who is
responsible. Ms. Bratcher has been trying to get these problems taken
care of and she is tired of
neighbors when it was done.
be paved, however until the
waiting. The ditch was oppossed by the
Mayor Orem said the circle may be able to
drainage problem is solved, the street
cannot be done. This area is one of many problem are~in the City.
Engineer Lanz said this will not be an easy project and he will need 30
days to survey, study, and prepare cost estimates.
Councilperson Williams has received a complaint regarding
drainage at the Babtist Church due to paving. He also had a call from
Mr. James Campbell stating his displeasure with the 12th Street median.
Councilperson Carter stated he feels City residents and
doctors have a problem due to Clark County Hospital dropping Humana. It
is understood the City employees will be covered through the contract
period, however he is concerned for other residents that will have to
change doctors, and the doctors who will lose patients.
Councilperson Carter asked Parks Superintendent Caldwell what
the status was of Duffy's Landing. Superintendent Caldwell stated three
bids have been received and this will be awarded soon.
Councilperson Carter asked Arson Investigator Palmeraboutthe
toxic substance off Mitchell Avenue. Investigator Palmer stated the
large dumpsters contain a fungicide, ~he scene has been taped boarded
and clamped, and the property owner will be liable.
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OCTOBER 1, 1990
Councilperson Harrod inquired if any responses have been
received to the request for funds for the Animal Shelter. Mayor Orem
said the County has agreed to discuss this if a reasonable agreement can
be reached concerning Court space. A letter has been received on this
from the County which Attorney Filer relaed the highlights. The Council
needs to look at this agreement and get this settled. Several
Councilpersons stated they would look at the agreement, however
Councilperson Perkins still feels the County made an agreement and
should abide by it.
Councilperson Harrod feels there should be a public input time
during each Council meeting with guidelines set. Councilperson Grooms
agreed and stated his feelings. Councilperson Perkins suggested moving
the Council business to the beginning
much of the Council's concerns could
conversations, one on one.
Councilperson Grooms asked
of the meeting. Mayor Orem feels
be taken care of through prior
what the boiler situation is at
Nachand Fieldhouse. Superintendent Caldwell explained this. This will
be looked at again after the October 24 Tax Commission hearing.
Councilperson Grooms asked Vehicle Maintenance Superintendent
Wathen to get the best
arrangements through the
money. The problem with
price for the electronic gas pump and make
Board of Works, and the Council will find the
the "missing gasoline" has not been solved.
Superintendent Wathen stated there are 900 gallons unaccounted for since
September 9. Mayor Orem directed Wathen to place a new padlock on the
pump tomorrow.
Councilperson Grooms thanked Commissioner Scales, Director
Lakeman, Attorney Filer, Mayor Orem, and all others involved in securing
the grant for the Wastewater Treatment Plant.
Mayor Orem welcomed Utilites Director Tolliver to
stating he is a competent, capable individual to run the
department in the City.
There being no further business to come before
Councilperson Perkins made the motion to adjourn at 10:55 P.M.,
by Councilperson Harrod and carried unanimously.
ATTEST:
C. ~CHARD SPENCER R~, CL~RK AND TREASURER
the City
largest
the Council,
seconded