HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-15-2004COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS OF THE
COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF JEFFERSONVILLE, INDIANA
March 15, 2004
The Common Council of the City of Jeffersonville, Indiana met in regular session
in the Multi-Purpose Meeting Room in the City-County Building, Jeffersonville, Indiana,
at 7:30 P.M. on Monday, March 15, 2004.
Mayor Waiz introduced Mr. Ben Hesen of the Jeffersonville High School Swim
Team, reading a Mayor proclamation in his honor. Mayor Waiz then presented
Commodore of the Port certificates to Mr. Hesen, Ms. Ariel Martin of the Jeffersonville
High School Swim Tean~ and Keith and Shelly Gast, Jeffersonville High School Swim
Team coaches. Mayor Walz congratulated all for the honor they bring to the community.
Mayor Rob Waiz, with Deputy Clerk Barbara Hollis at the desk, called the
meeting to order. Also present was City Attorney Les Merkley. Mayor Waiz welcomed
all in attendance, asking all those present to stand as Reverend Karen Ann Mosso of St.
Paul's Episcopal Church gave the invocation. Mayor Waiz then asked all those present
to join him in the pledge of allegiance to the flag.
The roll was called and those present were; Councilpersons John Perkins, Ed
Zastawny, Keith Fetz, Connie Sellers, Barbara Wilson, Ron Grooms, and Phil McCauley.
Absent: None
Councilperson Fetz made the motion to approve the agenda with the addition of
agenda item 9A as a request for approval of cumulative capital development fund
expenditures, second by Councilperson Perkins. Councilperson Grooms asked that
Councilperson Keith Fetz be listed as co-sponsor of agenda item #20. The motion passed
on a vote of 7-0.
Mayor Waiz presented the minutes of the meetings of February 23, 2004, March
1, 2004 and the workshop of March I, 2004 for approval. Councilperson Wilson made
the motion to approve the minutes of the March 1, 2004 workshop as presented, second
by Councilperson Fetz, passing on a vote of 7-0. Councilperson Wilson made the motion
to approve the minutes of the meeting of March 1, 2004, second by Councilperson
Grooms, passing on a vote of 7-0. Councilperson Wilson then made the motion to
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approve the minutes of the February 23, 2004 meeting as presented, second by Council
President McCauley, passing on a vote of 7-0.
Deputy Clerk Hollis presented the claim list for consideration by the Council,
explaining two additional claims. Councilperson Perkins made the motion to approve the
claims as presented with the two additional claims, second by Councilperson Fetz,
passing on a vote of 7-0.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
There was no public comment.
AGENDA ITEMS:
Mr. Alan Applegate, an attorney representing Dominion Homes appeared before
the Council to request passage of Resolution No. 2004-R-9, a Resolution Adopting A
Written Fiscal Plan Establishing A Policy For The Provision Of Services To An Annexed
Area (Armstrong Farms Annexation Area). Mr. Applegate and the Council thanked
Director Chris Padgett for his work on this. Councilperson Perkins made the motion to
pass Resolution No. 2004-R-9, second by Councilperson Fetz, passing on a vote of 7-0.
Attorney Alan Applegate next requested passage of Ordinance 2004-OR-6, An
Ordinance Annexing Contiguous Territory By Voluntary Petition. Councilperson Perkins
made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 2004-OR-6 on the first reading, second by
Councilperson Sellers, passing on a vote of 7-0.
Mr. Phil Bates of the Jeffersonville Housing Authority appeared before the
Council to request passage of Resolution No. 2004-R-13, A Resolution Of The City Of
Jeffersonville Indiana, Authorizing The Submittal Of A Community Focus Fund
Application To The Indiana Department Of Commerce And Addressing Related Matters.
Also appearing in support of the Resolution were Ms. Dodie Ellis and Rev. Motley.
Councilperson Perkins made the motion to pass Resolution No. 2004-R-13, second by
Councilperson Fetz, passing on a vote of 7-0.
Ordinance No. 2004-OR-12, An Ordinance Changing The Zoning Map
Designation Of A Certain Tract Of Property Located On The South Side Of Middle
Road, Along The Western Boundary Of The Clark Maritime Center In Jeffersonville, IN,
Containing 63.35 Acres, From R1 To I-2, and Ordinance No. 2004-OR-13, An Ordinance
Changing The Zoning Map Designation Of A Certain Tract Of Property Located Along
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The Westem Boundary Of The Clark Maritime Center, South Of Middle Road, In
Jeffersonville, IN, Containing 66.333 Acres, From R-1 To 1-2, were presented for
consideration. Mr. Jack Ragland presented a map explaining the need for passage. The
Plan Commission has given unanimous approval. Following discussion, Councilperson
Perkins made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 2004-OR-12, second by Councilperson
Wilson, passing on a vote of 7-0. Council President McCauley next made the motion to
pass Ordinance No. 2004-OR-13, second by Councilperson Wilson, passing on a vote of
7-0.
Ms. Julie McCoy, representing JF Development appeared before the Council to
request passage of Ordinance No. 2004-OR-14, An Ordinance Changing The Zoning
Map Designation Of A Certain Tract Of Property Being Part Of Survey No. 36 Of The
Illinois Grant From C-1 (Small To Medium Scale General Commercial) To R3: (Old City
Residential). Ms McCoy said the Plan Commission received no opposition to this
change. Following all discussion, Councilperson Perkins made the motion to pass
Ordinance No. 2004-OR-14, second by Councilperson Fetz, passing on a vote of 7-0.
Deputy Holhs explained the need for passage of Ordinance No. 2004-OR-15, An
Ordinance Of Additional Appropriation (General Fund ADA Budget), announcing this
meeting has been advertised as a public heating. As there was no public comment,
Councilperson Perkins made the motion to suspend the rules. The motion to suspend the
rules dies for a lack of a second. Councilperson Perkins then made the motion to pass
Ordinance No. 2004-OR-15 on the first and second readings, second by Councilperson
Grooms, passing on a vote of 7-0.
City Attorney Les Merkley presented Ordinance No. 2004-OR-11, 2004 Sewer
Use Ordinance that has been passed on the first reading. Councilperson Perkins made the
motion to pass Ordinance No. 2004-OR-11 on the second and third readings amending
section 50.61 striking the tap-in fee of $1,500 and adding tap-in fee of $3,000, second by
Councilperson Zastawny. City Attorney Merkley does not feel this is a problem.
Council President McCauley feels he does not have enough information to establish fees
at this time and that higher fees outside the City must be justified. He feels this is asking
for trouble. Councilperson Perkins feels the $3,000 is a deal and is a fair price
considering other fees in the area. Council President McCauley is not against an increase
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but does see the need for a study to detenuine fees. At the conclusion of all discussion,
the motion to pass Ordinance No: 2004-OR-11 on the second and third readings as
amended passed on the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilp~sons Perkins, Zastawny, Fetz, Sellers, and Wilson.
Nays: Councilpersons, Grooms and McCauley.
Deputy Hollis explained the need for passage of Ordinance No. 2004-OR-10, An
Ordinance Transferring Certain Funds Within Same Department. Councilperson Grooms
made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 2004-OR-10 on the third and final reading,
second by Councilperson Perkins, passing on a vote of 7-0.
Mayor Waiz presented the Fiscal Plan for EDIT funds. This must be presented to
the County Auditor by April 1, 2004. He asks the Council to review the plan and get
back to him with any suggestions. Councilperson Grooms applauds Mayor Waiz for the
recommendation on bonding. This may be amended.
Councilperson Grooms and Councilperson Fetz presented Resolution No. 2004-
R-14, A Resolution Regarding Mission Statement. Councilperson Perkins said this is a
fine document. Mayor Waiz applauds the statement. Councilperson Grooms made the
motion to pass Resolution No. 2004-R-14, second by Councilperson Fetz, passing on a
vote of 7-0.
Deputy Hollis explained the need for passage of Ordinance No. 2004-OR-16, An
Ordinance Amending Ordinance 2003-0-29, Fixing Basic Salaries Of Appointed Officers
And Employees Of The City of Jeffersonville Indiana For The Year 2004. Councilperson
Grooms made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 2004-OR-16 on the first reading, second
by Councilperson Sellers, passing on a vote of 7-0.
Councilperson Perkins introduced Ordinance No. 2004-OR-17, An Ordinance
Amending Adult Entertainment Ordinance. This has been introduced with a concern for
the health, safety, and welfare concerns for the citizens of Jeffersonville. He feels this is
time sensitive. Councilperson Grooms, agrees noting the need for a workshop.
Councilperson Perkins made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 2004-OR-17 on the first
reading, second by Councilperson Fetz, passing unanimously. City Attorney Merkley
presented a packet of information he would like placed into evidence in support of
Ordinance No. 2004-OR-17. Councilperson Fetz made the motion to place the
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information presented into evidence, second by Council President McCauley, passing on
a vote of 7-0. Attorney Merkley encourages the council to review these studies. Council
President McCauley thanked Councilperson Perkins for presenting this Ordinance.
COUNCIL AND MAYOR COMMENTS:
Councilperson Perkins explained Attorney Merkley did 95% of the work on the
Adult Entertainment Ordinance.
Councilperson Zastawny thanked Planning and Zoning Director Chris Padgett for
his work on the fiscal plan. There is a need to control growth. There is a need to have
qualified staff in this department.
Councilperson Fetz thanked Fire Chief Miles, Assistant Chief Decker, Police
Chief Ashabranner and other City personnel for attending this meeting.
Councilperson Sellers thanked Councilperson Perkins for the adult entertainment
ordinance and also thanked the police and fire personnel for attending. Councilperson
Sellers announced the Animal Shelter will have an adopt-a-thon on May 15, and an open
house on May 22.
Councilperson Wilson gave a Park Board report, announcing that Mr. Ted
Throckmorton has taken the place of Mr. Ed Voyles on the Park Board.
Councilperson Grooms requests the Council continue to receive copies of the
Board Of Public Works minutes. Councilperson Grooms announced the Solid Waste
Board is looking into the possibility of putting the fees on the property tax bills. He will
get more information on those businesses that are having their trash removed by the City.
Council President McCauley thanked Mayor Waiz for recognizing the members
of the Swim Team. He noted Ms. Sara Nord is also tribute to our community.
Mayor Waiz presented the schedule for the Mayor's Night In meetings. He is
forming a beautification committee and he would like a conncilperson as a member. He
noted this was a quick meeting and a lot was accomplished. He appreciates all for
coming out tonight.
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As there was no further business to co~
adjourned 8:35 P.M.
ROBERT L. WAI:
ATTEST:
PEGGY-WILDER, CLERK AND TREASURE
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Council, the meeting was
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February 26th
March 25th
April 29th
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June 24th
July 29th
August 26tb
September 30th
October 28t~
November 18th
December 16t~
Mayor's Night-In
2004 Schedule
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Sacred Heart Church
Preservation Station
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School
Walking Tour of Northaven subdivision
The Aquatic Center
Jeffersonville Parks Department
YMCA, Hamburg Pike
Maple Elementary School
Boys and Girls Club
Jeffersonville High School
Holiday Open House at City-County Building
RecOmmendation for Approval_
Recommendation: It is recommended the common council
approve the purchase by the Jeffersonville Police and Fire
Departments of the following equipment and materials from the (4-4-
4) Cumulative Capital Development fund.
A) jeffersonville Police Department (SWAT): Purchase of 10
entry vests for SWAT team as described to the council during
workshop March 1, 2004.
B) Jeffersonville Fire Department: Purchase of additional
equipment as described to the council during workshop March 1,
2004. (Not to exceed $18,000.00)
C) Jeffersonville Fire Department: Purchase of construction
material for station repairs and upgradeS as described to the council
during workshop March 1, 2004. (Not to exceed $25,000.00)
Presented by:
Keith Fetz
Councilperson/Public Safety Liaison