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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-05-1989COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSONVILLE, INDIANA SEPTEMBER 5, 1989 The Common Council of the City of Jeffersonville, Indiana met in regular session in the City Council Chambers in the City-County Building in Jeffersonville, Indiana, on the 5th day of September 1989, at 7:30 o'clock P.M. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Dale Orem and C. Richard Spencer Jr. at the desk. Mayor Orem asked all those present to stand and pledge allegiance to the flag. The roll was called and those present were: Councilmen Carter, Caldwell, Grooms, Harrod, Perkins, Waiz, and Williams. Absent: None. August Mayor Orem presented the minutes of the meetings of August 19, 21, and August 28, 1989 for consideration by the Council. Following the .correction of the spelling of a name, Council President Harrod made the motion to approve the minutes as presented, seconded by Councilman Williams and carried unanimously. Mayor Orem gave welcome and praise to the members, coaches, and families of the Jeffersonville-George Rogers Clark Little League All Star Team. Councilman Caldwell then presented Resolution No. 89-R-22, A Resolution Honoring The Jeffersonville-George Rogers Clark Little League Ail Star Team, calling those in attendance to the front of the room. Councilman Caldwell made 89-R-22, with a common second by affirmitive vote. Mayor Orem the motion to pass Resolution No. all Council members, and a unanimous presented a proclamation declaring September 5, 1989, Jeffersonville-George Rogers Clark Little League day. Former Councilman Bill Shrewsberry, representing Governor Bayh's office, presented a letter of congratulations from the Governor to each team member and the coaches. The team received a standing ovation from all those in attendance. Those receiving the honors were Mr. Jimmy Steed, League President, Mr. Bud Davis, Vice President Major League Boys, Mr. Stan Stewart, Vice President Major League Boys, Star Team Manager, Mr. Mike Stein, All Star members, Steve Reed, Brent Lane, Dax Uncle, Sigler, Travis Williams, Michael Schmitz, Billy Dunn, Simpson, Brian Cain, Jeromy Cravens, Lee Merrifield, Mr. Steve Reed Sr., Ail Team Coach, and team Joe Nattermann, B. J. Bryan Locke, Keith and Jason Owens. PAGE 2 SEPTEMBER 5, 1989 Clerk and Treasurer Spencer presented the register of claims as well as several additional claims that were explained and discussed. Councilman Perkins made the motion to approve the claims as presented as well as the additional claims, seconded by Councilman Carter and carried unanimously. Mayor Orem introduced Attorney Sam Gwin who spoke in support of Resolution No. 89-R-23, A Confirming Resolution Declaring An Area To Be An Economic Revitalization Area. It was asked if there was anyone who wished to speak in favor of, or against, this Resolution. There being none, Councilman Perkins made the motion to pass Resolution No. 89-R-23, seconded by Councilman Grooms and carried unanimously, contingent upon Redevelopment Commission approval~ Resolution-No. 89-R-24, A Resolution Approving Statement of Benefits For Purposes of Real Property Tax Abatement (Bales Motor Company) was presented for discussion. Councilman Perkins made the motion to pass Resolution No. 89-R-24, seconded by Councilman Grooms. Resolution No. 89-R-24 was approved unanimously. Mayor Orem introduced Mr. August Reiter, General Manager of Wyandot, and Mr. Raymond Headen, Attorney, who explained the plans, and projected employment for Wyandot. Council President Harrod made the motion to pass Resolution No. 89-R-25, A Resolution Declaring An Area To Be An Economic Revitalization Area (Wyandot), seconded by Councilman Caldwell and unanimously carried. Ordinance No. 89-OR-52, An Ordinance Authorizing The Issuance And Sale Of City Of Jeffersonville, Indiana, $2,200,000 Variable Rate Demand Economic Development Revenue Bonds (Wyandot, Inc. Project), was introduced and it was explained the City would not be liable for these bonds. Councilman Grooms made the motion to suspend the rules for Ordinance No. 89-OR-52, seconded by Councilman Perkins and carried unanimously. Councilman Grooms made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 89-OR-52 on all three readings, seconded by Councilman Perkins, passing with a unanimous vote. Attorney Filer explained the Town of Sellersburg is seeking consent to annex 5 separate parcels of property which are identified as Areas A, B, C, D, E, and F. Speaking in support of this consent were Ms. Susan Williams, Attorney for the Town of Sellersburg, Mr. David Mosley, Attorney representing a group of land owners seeking annexation by PAGE 3 SEPTEMBER 5, 1989 Sellersburg, Ms. Karen Storey, and Mr. Roy Everett, Town Board Members. Mr. John Toombs, Engineer, presented maps depicting the areas. There followed much discussion regarding each area. Mr. Sam Gwin, Attorney for the Town of Clarksvitle also asked questions and made comments. The only area Jeffersonville may be interested in is the Area marked E. Following further discussion a short recess was granted to allow the Council to study the maps. Council President Marrod introduced Ordinanc~ No. 89-OR-4~ An Ordinance Concerning The Annexation Of Adjacent And Contiguous Territory (The Meadows), for the third and final reading. Councilman Perkins made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 89-OR-48 on the third reading, seconded by Councilman Grooms, passing with the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmen Grooms, Williams, Harrod, Carter, Caldwell, Waiz, and Perkins. Nays: None. Mayor Orem indicated the next agenda item, Voluntary Annexation (Bill Julius) is now a mute issue with the passage of Ordinance No. 89-OR-48. Mayor Orem introduced Ordinance No. 89-OR-53, An Ordinance For Voluntary Annexation (L. R. Inman). Mr. Inman was introduced and answered questions. Councilman Perkins made the motion to suspend the rules on Ordinance No. 89-OR-53, seconded by Council President Harrod and carried unanimously. Councilman Perkins then made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 89-OR-53, on readings one, two, and three, and welcomed Mr. Inman to the City, seconded by Councilman Harrod, passing with the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmen Perkins, Waiz, Caldwell, Carter, Harrod, Williams, and Grooms. Nays: None. Attorney Fifer explained the Ordinance Amending the Comprehensive Plan is not ready for this meeting, however should be on the agenda October 2, 1989 or for a special meeting. Mayor Orem introduced Ordinance No. 89-OR-54, An Ordinance Transferring Funds Within Same Department (City Attorney). Councilman Perkins made the motion to suspend the rules for Ordinance No. 89-OR-54, seconded by Council President Harrod and carried unanimously. PAGE 4 SEPTEMBER 5, 1989 Councilman Perkins, made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 89-OR-54 on the first, second, and third readings, seconded by Councilman Grooms and carried unanimously. Ordinance No. 89-OR-55, An Additional Appropriation Ordinance (Non-Reverting Capital Projects Fund, Federal Revenue Sharing Fund, Cumulative Capital Development Fund, and Motor Vehicle Fund), was introduced for discussion. Councilman Carter made the motion to suspend the rules for Ordinance No. 89-0R-55, seconded by Councilman Waiz and unanimously carried. Councilman Carter then made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 89-0R-55 on all three readings, seconded by Councilman Grooms passing with the following roll call vote: Williams, Ayes: Councilmen and Grooms. Nays: None. City Attorney Perkins, Waiz, Caldwell, Carter, Harrod, Filer introduced Mr. John Boyd, and Mr. Roger Erwin, Attorneys representing the partnership that owns Claysburg II Towers. The Attorneys presented the Council with copies of a written "Offer of Settlement" regarding the matter of real property taxes assessed for the years 1979-1987, including interest and penalties. Following explanations and questions the motion was made and granted for a caucus at 9:35 o'clock P.M. Mayor Orem called P.M. document, the meeting back to order at 10:10 o'clock Following further questions and answers and reference to the Councilman Waiz made the motion to accept the taxes paid for the first five years as billed, that the taxes interest for the second five years be paid, plus $5,000 fees. Councilman Grooms made the second with the motion the following roll call vote: plus penalties and for attorney passing with Ayes: Councilmen Grooms, Williams, Harrod, Carter, and Waiz. Nays: Councilmen Caldwell and Perkins. Councilman Perkins explained he feels this is unfair to the taxpayers of Clark County to settle a tax bill for less than the Court said was owed in a judgement. Councilman Perkins asked that Clarksville Town Board President Dickman be allowed to express his views regarding the annexation consent request by Sellersburg. Mr. Dickman explained Clarksville's position regarding the areas of interest to both Clarksvilte and Sellersburg. PAGE 5 SEPTEMBER 5, 1989 There followed further comments and Town Board members. Councilman Caldwell made explanations from the Attorneys and the motion to pass Resolution No. 89-R-29, A Resolution Granting Indiana, to Annex Councilman Grooms. vote. 89-R-26, Consent To Territory Designated By Resolution No. 89-R-29 The Town Of Sellersburg, Exhibit D, seconded by passed with a unanimous Councilman Grooms made the motion to pass Resolutions No. 89-R-27, and 89-R-28, Resolutions Granting Consent To The Town Of Sellersburg, Indiana To Annex Territory Designated By Exhibits A, B, and C, seconded by Councilman Williams, passing on a vote of 4-3. Councilmen Perkins, Carter, and Caldwell voted no. Councilman Carter made the motion to pass Resolution No. 89-R-30, A Resolution Granting Consent To The Town Of Sellersburg, Indiana To Annex Territory Designated By Exhibit F, seconded by Councilman Waiz, passing on a vote of 5-2. Councilmen Perkins and Caldwell voted in opposition. Councilman Perkins made the motion to deny Resolution No. 89-R-31, A Resolution Granting Consent To The Town of Sellersburg, Indiana To Annex Territory Designated By Exhibit E, seconded by Councilman Waiz. The vote to deny Resolution No. 89-R-31 was unanimous. Councilman Perkins asked Attorney Filer for a complete list of Department of Redevelopment debt and if a letter has been written asking for a study to annex the Oak Park area. Councilman Caldwell acknowledged and gave thanks for the stop sign at Catherine and Roma and the repair of the drainage ditch at Viking -and Mockingbird. He requests strip paving on 8th Street particularly from Springdale to Perrin. Councilman Carter asked again to have the alley at Elizabeth paved. Mayor Orem and Councilman Carter will look at this together. Councilman Waiz asked the Mayor and Council reconsider the rezoning request for Rolling Fields. Councilman Waiz inquired if the Redevelopment meeting scheduled for September 12, 1989 will be rescheduled. Councilman Grooms will look into this. The City Elected Officials and the Little League Team honored tonight will ride on the City float in the Steamboat Days parade, Saturday, September 11, 1989. PAGE 6 SEPTEMBER 5, 1989 Councilman Grooms is in receipt of a letter from a constituent requesting the Council take a more active role in activities for teenagers. There will be more encouragement in this area. Personnel and Safety Director Lakeman suggests the Council get with the schools on this matter. Council President Harrod has been asked by Attorney Sedwick if the Council would like to file an appeal on the purchasing agent case. Mayor Orem presented a brochure from Cummins Engines which features the Jeffersonville rescue truck. A considerable amount of work was done in trade for having this truck shown at the Fire Convention. Another truck that has been redone was also shown. The Board of Works would like to repair t0 corners, some of which include catch basins. Quotes have been received and Mayor Orem would like to know if the Council could assist in the funding. Councilman Perkins made the motion to spend up to $4,500 from Common Council Services Contractual for the repair of these 10 corners, seconded by Councilman Grooms and carried unanimously. The Council would like to have quotes received for a new backhoe. There being no further business to come before the Council, Councilman Grooms made the motion to adjourn at 10:85 o'clock P.M. , seconded by Council President Harrod and carried unanimously. ~~, MAYOR ' ~ ATTEST: C. RICHARD SPEN(]ER JR. ~JERK AND TREASURER