HomeMy WebLinkAbout12-19-1990 The Common Council of the
in Council Chambers, in the City-County
Indiana, on the 19th day of December, 1990,
The meeting was called to order
Richard Spencer Jr. at the desk.
Mayor Orem asked all
COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS OF THE
COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF JEFFERSONVILLE, INDIANA
DECEMBER 19, 1990
City of Jeffersonville, Indiana met
Building in Jeffersonville,
at 7:30 o'clock P.M.
by Mayor Dale Orem and C.
Patricia Kessel,
He then asked those
flag.
The
Jimmy Carter,
Ohio Falls
present to join in the pledge
those present to stand as Reverend
United Methodist Church gave the invocation.
of allegiance to the
roll was called and those present
Marie Clapp, Ron Grooms, John Perkins,
were: Councilpersons
Andrew Williams,
and Robert Waiz.
Absent: Councilperson Tony Harrod.
Mayor Orem presented the minutes of the meeting of December
12, 1990 for consideration by the Council. Councilperson Carter made
the motion to approve the minutes as presented, seconded by
Councilperson Williams and carried unanimously.
Mayor Orem introduced Ms. Susan Williams, Sellersburg Town
Attorney~ and Mr. Roy Everett~ Sellersburg Town Council Member, who
spoke regarding Resolution No. 90-R-48, A Resolution Granting Consent
To The Town Of Sellersburg, Indiana~ To Annex Territory Within Three (3)
Boundaries Of The City Of Jeffersonville,
Sellersburg will not annex the airport.
Councilperson Perkins made the motion to pass
seconded by Councilperson Grooms and carried
A Resolution
Right-Of-Way
to explain.
Miles Of The Corporate
Indiana. It is agreed
Following all discussion,
Resolution No. 90-R-48,
unanimously.
No. 90-R-49,
In Purchasing
Attorney Filer
Mayor Orem introduced Resolution
Designating The Common Council's Interest
Rights Over Certain Real Property, asking
Following all discussion, Councilperson Perkins made the motion to pass
Resolution No. 90-R-49, seconded by Councilperson Carter, passing
unanimously.
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Ordinance No. 90-0R-84, An Ordinance Transferring Certain
Funds Within Same Department was presented for discussion. Clerk and
Treasurer Spencer explained the Ordinance answering questions.
Councilperson Perkins feels the sidewalk on Mechanic Street next to the
Nachand Fieldhouse is a dangerous situation and definite liability and
would like to see this taken care of. This will be considered when the
weather is appropriate. Councilperson Perkins made the motion to
suspend the rules for Ordinance No. 90-0R-64, seconded by Councilperson
Clapp and carried unanimously. Councilperson Perkins made the motion to
pass Ordinance No. 90-OR-64 on all three readings and also to give
Clerk and Treasurer Spencer the authority to add to this as he sees
to end the year, seconded by Councilperson Clapp, passing on
following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councitpersons Perkins, Waiz, Clapp, Williams, Carter,
and Grooms.
Nays:
fit
the
the note that is due January 1, 1991. Attorney Filer feels
Redevelopment may make this payment if permitted to use the $44,000
balance. Councilperson Grooms will act as liaison on this matter.
Following all discussion Councilperson Perkins made the motion to
approve all the claims presented, as well as give Clerk and Treasurer
Spencer authority to pay those claims necessary for the end of the year,
seconded by Council President Waiz, and carried unanimously.
Councilperson Grooms asked Vehicle Maintenance Director Wathen
to explain a situation. Director Wathen explained he would like the
authority to order a $3,500 computer this year, to be paid for from his
1991 budget through transfers as the price will increase in January.
Following all questions, all on the Council agreed to this request.
Councilperson Grooms then asked Director Wathen for a December
31, 1990 inventory of supplies. Councilperson Grooms feels this is
important to have this information~especially for budgets next year.
Director Wathen intends to submit a total report after the first of the
year. Councilperson Williams inquired if any other department employees
None.
Clerk and Treasurer Spencer presented the claim register, and
several additional claims for consideration by the Council.
Councilperson Perkins would like to give Redevelopment the chance to pay
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could handle Director Wathen's job. Director
system and stated all in his department know
President Waiz presented Director Wathen with
asking him to compare this with what he has.
Wathen explained the
the process. Council
gas pump information
Councilperson Perkins has asked Director Lakeman to obtain
prices on audio visual equipment for Council Chambers. He would also
like to see a table in the chambers to accomodate displays.
Councitperson Perkins stated it is near the end of the year
and the County has not responded to Attorney Fifer's letter regarding
the operation and financing of the Animal Shelter. Councilperson
Perkins made many points including the point that Ms. Jan Wheatley has
done a great job as she is running one of the finest animal shelters in
the State of Indiana, concluding it is time to draw the line.
Councilperson Carter made the motion to accept no County animals after
midnight, December 317 1990, seconded by Councilperson Perkins. Many
alternatives to this were discussed~ following which it was determined
to call a meeting of all those involved for December 27~ 1990 at 5:00
o~clock P.M. in the Mayor's Conference Room to discuss the situation.
After all discussion, Councilperson Carter's motion passed with a 5-1
vote. Councilperson Grooms voted against the motion.
Councilperson Williams called attention to the calendar of
Council meetings stating he will not be able to make the January ?~ 1991
meeting. He is unhappy with the situation surroundin~ the water slide
contract and does not want to see this happen again. Mayor Orem
explained the reason, agreeing it did not turn out well. The Parks
Department as well as all department heads will be instructed to come to
the Council before entering any contracts.
Councilperson Grooms called attention to the good job done on
the Parks Department brochure. He then informed the Council the
Convention Center Study Committee will begin monthly meetings in January
in conjunction with the Ramada Inn and the DeMars group.
Mayor Orem explained the Wastewater Treatment Plant bonds were
sold today at a rate of 6.87%. This rate is lower than anticipated with
credit going to having a full-time attorney~ and using a local bonding
attorney. The groundbreaking for the DeMars project will be held
December 20, 1990 and all are invited to attend. The asbestos removal
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is proceeding at the location of the new Wastewater Treatment Plant and
this area has been marked with yellow tape. Lab reports on the roof
section showed less than 1% asbestos. This is not a health hazard to
the public.
Mayor 0rem asked the Council to speak with the State
Legislators regarding a bill for Cities and Towns to receive a share of
lottery proceeds. He followed with comments that the State will be
requiring more financially from cities and towns. Councilperson Perkins
suggests a reception in conjunction with Clarksville for Legislators.
I.A.C.T. Legislative Day will be February 13, 1991. The Chamber
breakfast will be January 19, 1991 and this will be another time to make
known feelings on this.
Councilperson Carter questioned Parks Superintendent Caldwell
on the Nachand Fieldhouse boiler. Superintendent Caldwell replied
nothing has been confirmed, however it appeares it would be O.K. and it
is hoped to have it functioning by Friday, December 21, 1990.
Councilperson Carter asks no activities be held in the fieldhouse until
this time.
Councilperson Perkins informed the Council the Jeff-Clark
Preservation Group is ready to sign the papers to sell the Maschmeyer
House so this will soon be on the tax roles.
Mayor Orem said he had hired a City Santa Clause for five days
and has never received so many positive phone calls. Councilperson
Carter made the motion to continue with this until Christmas, seconded
by Councilperson Grooms and carried unanimously.
There being no further business to come before the Council,
Councilperson Perkins made the motion to adjourn at 9:35 P.M., seconded
by Councilperson Carter and carried unanimously.
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