HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-06-01COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS OF THE
COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF JEFFERSONVILLE, INDIANA
AUGUST 6, 2001
The Common Council of the City of Jeffersonville met in regular session in the Multi-Purpo~,
Meeting Room in the City-County Building, Jeffersonville, Indiana, at 7:00 P.M. on the 6th day o.
August, 2001.
mas R Galli w~th Clerk and Treasure~'
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Tho . 'gan, '
Peggy Wilder at the desk. Also Present were City Attorney Anne Made Galligan, and Deputy Cler~
Barbara Hollis. 'Mayor Galligan welcomed all in attendance, asking all those present to stand a~
Councilperson Ron Grooms gave the invocation. Mayor Galligan asked all those present to join him
in the pledge of allegiance to the flag.
The roll was called and those present were Councilpersons Les Merkley, Ron Ellis, Dent
Frantz, Rob Walz, Barbara Wilson, Ron Grooms, and Vicki Conlin.
Absent: None.
Mayor Galligan presented the minutes of the meeting of July 16, 2001, for consideration
the Council. Councilperson Wilson made the motion to approve the minutes as presented, Seconde,
by Councilperson Conlin and carded unarfimously. Mayor Galligan presented the minutes of th
budget meeting of July 23, 2001 for consideration by the Council. Councilperson Waiz made th
motion to approve the minutes as presented, seconded by Councilperson Grooms, passin
unanimously.
Council President Merkley made the motion to amend the agenda to move item # 16 to iter
#14 and pass as amended, seconded by Councilperson Waiz, passing unanimously.
Clerk and Treasurer Wilder presented the claim list for consideration by the Council
Following explanations and discussion, Councilperson Conlin made the motion to approve the claim~
as presented, seconded by CoUncil President Merkley, passing unanimously.
Mayor Galligan presented Mr. Phil Wheeler and Mr. Dale Griffith with Commander of th
Port Certificates, praising them for their efforts in making the fir's; 'iTaste of Jeffersonville" a sueeess'
Mayor Cralligan said Mr. Wheeler and Mr. Gfiffith went above and beyond and the event would have
been impossible without their efforts.
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PUBLIC COMMENT:
Ms. Jane Hopp a resident of Mellwood Subdivision, appeared before the Council to exp~
the drainage problems in the area of Cardinal and Woodland. The ditch has been dredged howeve
a 15 minute rain this past Friday caused flooding. She believes some of the problem is due to th~
construction' at JeffHigh' . Mayor Galligan' agrees ~t' ~s' not a good s~tuatlon' ' and ~s' not easy to solve!
He has had engineers looking at the area. A crew will have to get in and create an outlet. He will
straighten the situation out as fast as he can.
Mr. Rusty Brunner, a resident of 2037 Cardinal, also explained the drainage problem at hi
address. He experienced 16 inches of water inkis shed.
Ms. Linda Wheeler, a resident of 2001 Blue Teal, related the problems in her yard. She
presented pictures, saying it is devastating following a lot of hard work.
Ms. Jeanette Brown, a resident of 2040 Cardinal Lane, explained her house is the 6~ in th
subdivision and the drainage problems have gotten worse from all the building.
Ms. Lisa Gill, a resident of 2048 Cardinal Lane, explained her concerns for the safety of th
kids due to the drainage problems.
Ms. Maria Wright told of having two cars flooded.
Mr. Paul Dish, Ms. Terry Brunner and Ms. Sandra Case told of their drainage problems.
Councilperson Wilson suggests Mayor Galligan contact the School Board for help with ti
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drainage from the school construction. /
Couacilperson Conlin asked if Councilperson Wilson would be willing to take a petition fro~
the residents of the are to the School Board. Councilperson Wilson agreed. Councilpersons Wilson,
Conlin, and Grooms will attend a School Board meeting, as they need to know about the problems.
Mr Bob Wheeler, a resident of 2001 Blue Teal, expressed his concern for losing vmue~ ofhi~
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home, saying it is very disheartening to work so hard and experience damage from water. Mayor'[
Galligan said it is a personal violation to have water in your home as he has had this experience.
Mr. Gary Speth appeared before the Council to say he is opposed to the proposed Ordinanc~[
regarding motor homes at the boat docks. He feels it is in bad taste to pass something withor
investigating. Some on the Council have not been down to see the motor home.
Ms. Susan Hughes, a resident of 415 East Riverside Drive presented a petition signed by
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people opposing the parking ofrecreationM vehicles at the boat docks. Ms. Hughes read some of ti:
comments.
Mr. Tom Head, a resident of 201 East Riverside Drive, said at one time there were signs tha
read "no boat trailer/RV parking". He is opposed to allowing the parking of RV's at the boat dock~
Mr. Rich Speth feels the proposed Ordinance is not right, saying the main tow vehicle could
be an RV.
Ms. Yvonne Knight is concerned that emergency vehicles may not be able to service the boa
dock area if RVs are allowed. She also is concerned that RV's would park in numbers dufin~
Thunder.. s
Ms. Betty Head, a resident of 201 East Riverside Drive, wants to see a nice marina not RV.
Mr. Nick Jones, a resident of 416 Riverside, does not have a problem with the parking
RVs, he has a problem with the homeless using the area to bath.
Ms. Janet Hardy, a resident of 1505 Willow Drive, presented pictures indicating there is pler~
of room for emergency vehicles. She also noted the motor home is not visible fi.om the homes o:
Riverside Drive.
Ms. Patricia Lowrey, a resident of 3502 Holmans Lane, presented a petition of 30 signature~
against the proposed zoning change in her area. She feels the area should stay res~dentml.
AGENDA ITEMS:
Reque st 'Rme~;~tei~ oNv~ 200: ~-1~ s7~.Ae: ei~.U~°anTOo fi~ffuee 2m~nc:nnoCn~°.eun~: ~~ee~en;~t~
To Assist Bridgepointe, Goodwill Industries & Easter Seal Society, Inc. In Financing The Cost C
Acquiring, Constructing And Equipping An Economic Development Facility In Jeffersonville, Indian
And Refunding Taxable Debt The Proceeds Of Which Were Originally Used At Its Economi
Development Facilities In Bedford, Indiana, North Vernon, Indiana, Salem, Indiana, Seymou~
Indiana And Clarksville, Indiana was presented for consideration. Mr. Taylor Ross explained th
Conlin made the motion to pass Resolution No. 2001-R-17, seconded b~
request.
Councilperson
Councilperson Waiz, passing unanimously.
Ordinance Nol 2001-OR-21, An Ordinance Changing The Zoning Map Designation Of~
Certain Tract Of Property Being Commercial Lot A, And Commercial Lot B Of Ashley Square we
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presented for consideration. Mr. Crreg Fifer explained the area and the request. Councilperson Wa:
made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 2001-OR-21, seconded by Councilperson Grooms, pass~
unanimously. Councilperson Conlin would like to see zoning changes go to the Plan Commission
the Drainage Board and then come before the Council.
Ordinance No. 2001-OR-22, An Ordinance Changing The Zoning Map Designation Of i
Certain Tract Of Property Described As 3407 Holmans Lane Which Is Part Of Survey #21 Of Th,
Illinois Grant From MI: Limited Multifamily Residential To OC: Office Commercial was presente,
for consideration. Mr. John McCoy explained the area and the proposed changes. Attorney Gallig~
informed the Council the proposal was given a favorable recommendation by the Plan Commissior
Councilperson Conlin made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 2001-OR-22, seconded bl
Councilperson Waiz. Ms. Lowrey voiced her opposition, saying she does not want the area change,
from residential. Ordinance No. 2001-OR-22 failed on the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilpersons Conlin, Waiz, and Frantz.
Nays: Councilperson Grooms, Wilson, Ellis, and Merkley.
Ordinance No. 2001-OR-23, An Ordinance Changing The Zoning Map Designation Of J
Certain Tract Of Property Described As 5710 Hamburg Pike, Key #04-30-0301, From RI: Lox
Density Residential and C2: Medium To Large General Commercial To CI: Small To Medium Scal
General Commercial District, was presented for consideration by the Council. Mr. John Tewe
explained the area noting there is commercial property all around. Councilperson Waiz made th~}l
motion to pass Ordinance No. 2001-OR-23, seconded by Council President Merkley, passin~
unanimously.
Resolution No. 2001-R-18, A Resolution Correcting Procedural Problems, was presented fo
consideration by the Council. Redevelopment Director Dave Duggins explained the need for passag
of this Resolution. Discussion followed with the concern for the reputation of the City if this is nc
passed being voiced. Councilperson Conlin made the motion to pass Resolution No. 2001-R-l~
seconded by Councilperson Wa[z, passing on a vote of 6-1. Councilperson Ellis voted agaim
passage.
Resolution No. 2001-R- 14, A Resolution Approving Real Estate Purchase Agreement Wit
Hoosier Valley Enterprises was presented for consideration by the Council. Councilperson Conli
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initiated conversation regarding the Hoosier Valley budget. Mr. Fred Mitchell, Executive Direct(
of C.A.S.I. thanked the Mayor and Council for their consideration while distributing and explaining!
a packet of information. Mr. Bill Roth, C.A.S.I. accountant, spoke in favor of passage. Mr. Gre~~
Gaps[s, a board member, also spoke in favor of passage. Rev. Motley, Rev. Williams, and Faye Allefl
were also present in support of passage. Councilperson Grooms, with concern for meeting payments
asked if there was a long-term contract. Mr. Mitchell said the program has had support for 35 year
and he anticipates another 35 years. Councilperson Grooms asked if the City would have the righ
to control sub-leases. The answer to this question is yes. Following discussion, Councilperso]
Grooms made the motion to amend Exhibit "A", page 3, article 10, add paragraph (g), contingen
upon buyer and the City of Jeffersonville to negotiate a lease agreeable to both parties, seconded bl
Councilperson Conlin, passing unanimously. Councilperson Waiz questioned a lein. Board Membe
Greg Gapsis explained the current situation. Following further discussion, Councilperson Waiz mad
the motion to add an additional amendment, seconded by Council President Merldey, passin.
unanimously. Councilperson Conlin voiced concem for the bankruptcy. Rev. Motley commende,
the Council for their fiscal concerns, however his concern is to get back to serving the poo~
Councilperson Waiz made the motion to amend the description, seconded by Council Presider
Merkley, passing unanimously. Councilperson Ellis made the motion to pass Resolution No. 2001-R
14 as amended, seconded by Councilperson Conlin, passing unanimously.
Ordinance No. 2001-OR-19, An Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. 90-OR-9 Establishin
A Spay-Neuter Program For Animals Adopted From The Josephine B. Ogle Animal Shelter wa
presented for the second and third reading. Council President Merkley made the motion to pas
Ordinance No. 2001-OR-19 on the second and third readings, seconded by Councilperson Conlk
Councilperson Ellis presented a letter fi.om Mr. Mark Hedge. Mr. Hedge explained his experienc
with the Animal Shelter reading a letter from a vet he used. He has concerns for the care given t.
animals at the Animal Shelter. Councilperson Ellis is concerned v, qth amending a program that h~
problems. He intends to offer an Ordinance to establish an Animal Control Board at a future meetin
Councilperson Conlin stated she would like to see the County Commissioners take over the Anita
Shelter. CouncilPresident Merkleyvoiced funding concerns. At the conclusion ofall discussio~
Ordinance No. 2001-OR-19 passed on the second and third readings on a vote of 6-1. Councilperso
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Ellis voted against passage.
Ordinance No. 2001-OR-24, An Ordinance Prohibiting The Parking Of Recreation Vehick
At Any Boat Dock, Slip, Or Harbor Facility was presented for consideratior~ Council Presiden
Merkley reviewed the Ordinance. Council President Merkley then made the motion to pas
Ordinance No. 2001-OR-24 on the first reading, seconded by Councilperson Conlin. Councilperso]
Conlin does question parking at Duffy's Landing. Councilperson Grooms said he previously owne~
a boat, and he now owns a RV and he would not park his RV on a boat dock. Ordinance 2001-OR
24 passed on the first reading on a vote of 6-1. Councilperson Ellis voted against passage.
Councilperson Grooms made the motion to sponsor the Wind Symphony concert schedule,
for August 8, 2001, on the Terrace Lawn, by donating $7,500 f~om the Council Promotion Fund
seconded by Councilperson Conlin, passing unanimously. It was noted that Ms. Janice Leavell hag
worked very hard on this program and she deserves to be commended.
Ordinance No. 2001-OR-20, An Ordinance Amending Certain Portions Of Ordinance Nc
2000-OR-39 (Salary Ordinance) was presented for consideration. City Court Judge Vicki Carmichae
explained the need for passage. Councilperson Conlin made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 2001
OR-20 on the first and second readings, seconded by Councilperson Ellis, passing on a vote of 6-1
Council President Merkley voted against passage.
Council President Merkley presented and explained Resolution No. 2001-R-19, A Resolutio
Establishing Committee To Plan City's Bi-Centennial Celebration. Council President Merkley note
the need for community involvement. Council President Merldey then made the motion to pas
Resolution No. 2001-R-19, seconded by Councilperson Grooms, passing unardmously. Counc
President Merkley asks for suggestions for committee members.
Councilperson Frantz asked to be excused at 10:00 P.M.
COUNCIL COMMENTS:
Councilperson Conlin would like to have a meeting on the $3.50 drainage fee.
Councilperson Grooms noted the recent article in the newspaper giving credit to Senator Bat.
and Congressman Hill for their work on a $300,000 grant. He would like to note that there we
others that helped. He requests Council President Merkley write a letter fi:om the Council thankin
all those involved. Councilperson Grooms reminds all of the employee picnic scheduled for Augtu
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19. c0uncilperson Grooms then presemed a birthday card to Mayor Galligan from the Council.
Councilperson Wa/cz thanked the Mayor for the new turning lane.
Council President Merkley announced the budget meeting scheduled for August 8 would [
changed to August 14.
Mayor Galligan noted funds are running short in the fuel budget. Mayor Galligan als,
explained the animals that come to the .Shelter are in poor condition.
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned
10:15 P.M.
ATTEST:
LE~ ~'REASURER PEGGY WILDER