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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-01-99COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSONVILLE, INDIANA FEBRUARY 1, 1999 The Common Council of the City of Jeffersonville met in regular session in the Multi-Purpose Meeting Room in the City-County Building, Jeffersonville, Indiana, at 7:00 P.M. on the 1st day of February, 1999. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Thomas R. Galligan, with Clerk and Treasurer C. Richard Spencer Jr. at the desk. Mayor Galligan welcomed ail in attendance, asking all those present to stand as Councilperson Williams gave the invocation. Mayor Gailigan 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, Ron Ellis, Donna M. Frantz, Peggy Knight Wilder, Barbara Wilson, Andrew Williams III, and Vicki Conlin. Absent: None. Mayor Galligan presented the minutes of the meeting of January 19, 1999 for consideration by the Council. A correction of Resolution 99-R-5 was noted. Councilperson Wilson made the motion to approve the minutes as corrected, seconded by Councilperson Perkins and carded unanimously. Clerk and Treasurer Spencer presented the claim list for consideration by the Council, explaining two additional claims and a correction to the list. Following all discussion, Councilperson Perkins made the motion to approve the claims as presented as well as the additional, seconded by Councilperson Wilson, passing unanimously. Mr. Charles K. White wants all to know he is not the Charles White that is running for city council. Mr. White would like the City to consider doing something about the Northaven residents that slow the flow of water by installing pipe and concrete at the curb. Mayor Galligan understands the problem and is trying to address it. Council PresidentCo~in~ad requested the County Commissioners attend the meeting this evening. She expressed her appreciation to Commissioner Ralph Guthrie for appearing. Council President Conlin then read a letter from Commissioner Ed Meyer. Mayor Galligan stated a Economic February 1, 1999 Page 2 of 6 Development Grant will be applied for in place of the funding requested from the municipalities. Commissioner Guthrie said there was a good meeting this past Friday and the Economic Development grant money does look positive. The match funding is in question and it has been asked that the money that has been spent be considered. Mayor Galligan noted there will be regular meetings. Street Commissioner Bobby Ervin appeared before the Council to report on the 1998 expenditures from the Sanitation Department. He reviewed a written report that has been provided to the Council. There are two pans to the Sanitation Depaalment, the trash pick up and what is called environmental. He is proud of what has been done in the Sanitation Department. The number of stops has increased and the department is in the process of counting the number of stops. The City can be proud of the department which should make money every year. Mr. Steve Klein, Klein Development Company, Inc. appeared before the Council to request passage of Ordinance No. 99-OR-3, An Ordinance Changing The Zoning Map Designation Of A Certain Tract Of Property Located At (Part of Survey No. 22 of the Illinois Grant containing 42.74 acres, which is off of River City Park Road) From R-2 To B-3. Mr. Klein explained the area. There was no opposition heard at the Plan Commission. The only access to the area is the road to Vissing Park. Mr. Klein said the intention is not to use the park road. Attorney Sedwick Galligan stated this area is in the Inner City Road T.I.F. district and what is wanted in this area is commercial development. Concern was voiced that the property does not front on Highway 62 and it is not known what development will take place. Mr. Klein again stated that if the property is developed the park road will not be used. At the conclusion of all discussion, Councilperson Ellis made the motion to suspend the rules for Ordinance No. 99-OR-3, seconded by Council President Conlin, passing unanimously. Mr. Charles K. White asked for clarification on the road use. Mayor Galligan stated Mr. Klein has agreed that if the property is developed without going out the front, he will upgrade the park road. The motion to suspend passed unanimously. Councilperson Ellis then made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 99-OR-3 on all three readings, seconded by Councilperson Wilson, passing unanimously. Mr. Chuck Malone, representing Dairy Queen Stores, appeared before the Council to request passage of Ordinance No. 99-OR-4, An Ordinance Changing The Zoning Map Designation Of A February 1, 1999 Page 3 of 6 Certain Tract Of Property Located At 213 East 10~ Street From I-1 To B-2. The area and intended use of the property was explained. Councilperson Ellis commented on a meeting with the residents of the area. Council President Conlin made the motion to suspend the rules for Ordinance No. 99- OR-4, seconded by Councilperson Ellis, pass'rog unanimously. Council President Conlin then made the motion to pass Ord'mance No. 99-OR-4 on all three readings, seconded by Councilperson Williams, passing unanimously. Ordinance No. 99-OR-8, An Ordinance changing The Zoning Map Designation Of A Certain Tract Of Property Located At 3514 Highway 62 From R-2 To B-2 was presented for consideration. Councilperson Frantz made the motion to suspend the rules for Ordinance No. 99-OR-8, seconded by Councilperson Williams, passing unanimously. Councilperson Frantz then made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 99~OR-8 on all three readings, seconded by Councilperson Williams, passing unanimously. Ordinance No. 99-OR-9, An Ordinance Of Additional Appropriation (Motor Vel-fide) was presented for consideration. Council President Conlin made the motion to suspend the roles for Ordinance No. 99-OR-9, seconded by Councilperson Williams, passing unanimously. Council President Conlin then made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 99-OR-9 on all three readings, seconded by Councilperson Williams, passing unanimously. Ordinance No. 99-OR-10, An Ordinance Transferring Certain Funds Within Same Department (Common Council) was presented for consideration. Councilperson Perkins made the motion to suspend the rules for Ordinance No. 99-OR-10, seconded by Council President Conlin, passing unanimously. Councilperson Perkins then made the motion to pass Ordinance No. 99-OR-10 on all three readings, seconded by Councilperson Ellis, passing unanimously. Councilperson Perldns made the motion to reappoint Robert E. Campbell Jr. as a member of the Redevelopment Commission, seconded by Councilperson Frantz, passing unanimously. Council President Conlin made the motion to appoint Nathan Samuels as a member of the Redevelopment Commission, seconded by Councilperson Ellis, passing unanimously. Council President Conlin read a letter from Mr. Richard Dickman of the Ohio River Crreenway Commission requesting funding. Mayor Galligan said the Commission is trying to get local support. Support is building and there has been a good response from Congressman Hill. Mr. Dickman will February 1, 1999 Page 4 of 6 be asked to file a clmm for $20,000 to be taken from the Council budget, services contractural. Council President Cordin read a thank you letter from Jeff Clark Preservation for the $1,000 donation they received. Council President Conlin also received a thank you from the Council of Aged and Aging. She also noted the annual report from Housing was interesting and well done. Council President Conlin thanks Councilpersons Wilder and Perkins for the meeting with the F.O.P. and Fireflghters regarding retirees insurance. They will be looking into getting an actuarial study done. Mayor Galligan, Attorney Sedwick Galllgan, Couneilpersons Ellis, Frantz, and Conlin, met earlier with Officers Broady and Carter to discuss the contract. Councilperson Perkins stated recently the council authorized au alternative funding source for the fee imposed for fire hydrants with the promise that the amount in the budget would be removed from the property tax. The Council has not yet taken action on this and Councilperson Perkins feels this should be done. There is always a need for money, however the City has made a promise. Councilperson Perkins said the Council needs to delete the $300,000 for water services from the General Fund. If there is a need to fund other projects, they should be brought up and discussed. A second matter of concern is in regard to Mr. Jim Benton being removed as a member of the Clark- Floyd Tourism Board. Councilperson Perkins feels there could have been a more sensitive and diplomatic way for this to be handled. He would like to suggest Mr. Benton be nominated for a lifetime position on the tourism board. Councilperson Perkins would like to see both of these concerns discussed at the Council workshop. Mayor Galligan has talked with Mr. Benton and he supports the Mayor's decision. Mayor Galligau said Mr. Benton has been an excellent friend for a long time. Mayor Galligan feels there has been "much ado about nothing". He respects Mr. Benton too much to hurt him. Much of this has been misconstrued, it was not anything like what was in the paper. He thinks the "world and all" of Mr. Benton. He did feel the commission needed a different look. Councilperson Frantz appreciates Mayor Galligan's explanation and if Councilperson Perkins wants a workshop discussion, she has no problem. Councilperson Wilder doesn't know what could be accomplished in a workshop regarding Mr. Benton's replacement as this is au appointment of the Mayor's. Councilperson Ellis has received phone calls from National Avenue residents that would like February 1, 1999 Page 5 of 6 to have the road dosed. He has discussed this with Mayor Galligan and the police and fire will be consulted. Councilperson Wilder referred to a letter from the County Commissioners on the Middle Road project requesting $50,000 match funds. Attorney Sedwick Galligan said there is a question of what part of Middle Road is annexed to the City. Councilperson Wilder said City residents do pay County tax. She would like to know how much county tax city residents pay and how much is spent in the city. Councilperson Frantz thanks all who worked to keep the methadon clinic out. This was a join effort. Regarding the comments made by Councilperson Perkins regarding using the funds for water, there was never any intention on her part to keep it a secret that she would like to use the funds to help fund the aquatic center. She has said this many times and it has been discussed many times. She feels it a false statement to say there is anything political going on. Councilperson Perkins said he referred to what was in the minutes and on the recording of the meeting. Mayor Galligan wishes to thank Senator Connie Sipes for getting the bill introduced regarding methadone clinics. He also thanks the City of Indianapolis for their expertise on the matter. Councilperson Perkins wishes to thank Senator Miller for testimony. Mr. Charles K. White is proud of all for the work on the methadone clinic. Mayor Galligan said the City of Jeff received an award from Soil and Water Conservation for the storm water management. This is something ail should be proud of. Jeffersonville is leading in this area. He is proud of Bob Miller, Charlie White, and all involved. Mayor Galligan has been elected secretary/treasurer of KIPDA. He is also Transportation Policy Committee Chairman. He is proud and honored to have these positions. Ms. Nellie Nowland was very disappointed the Mayor was not included in the recognition of the of the retirees honored at the last meeting. Mr. Mike Hutt asked if it is possible to sell River City Park. If this area is going to be developed commercially maybe the land could be sold to help fund the aquatic center. Mayor Galligan said every park in the County is either private or owned by the City. There is a need for a bridge on Crums Lane. All in the City pay bridge taxes. All need to pay own fair share and annexation will not be a question. There is a need for equity and parity. Now the legislature is trying to kill annexation. County residents want to enjoy city benefits without contribution. There is a need February 1, 1999 to be fair all around. All need to work together to build the community. Page 6 of 6 There being no further business to come before the Council, Councilperson Perkins made the motion to adjourn at 8:55 P.M., seconded by Councilperson Ellis, passing unanimously. ATTEST: . t/') CLEP~ ira) a~,~×SU~R C. ~ SVEUCEI~ m. BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF CLARK COUNTY, INDIANA ROOM 306, CITY. COUNTY BUILDING 501 E. COURT AVENUE JEFFERSONV1LLE, IND, IANA 47130 ($12) 285-6~75 (812) 2~54276 FAX (812) 285-6366 RALPH GUTllitfE M. EDWARD MEYER DENNIS M. HSt,[, DANIEL E. MOORE, COUNTY ATTORNE' ~ T. LEE, ENGINEER/DIRECTOR February 1, 1999 Ms. Veronica Conlin 728 Meigs Ave. Jeffersonville, Indiana 47130 Dear Vicki: This letter confhnns our telephone conversation shortly after the Evenine News article we read about concerning your invitation for a meeting. You and I both agreed that the proper person to answer the City Council's questions about Reuse Authority participation issues is probably your appointee Mr. Pfau. You indicated to me that you would probably be contacting him. The Commissioners and County Council arc just two (2) of the eight (8) interlocal partners. Our Board is just like yours in that we received an Authority request for funding based on the formula the Authority approved. We are not sure we can answer questions that are unique to Jeffersonville's budget or thinking since we must work with our own Council in the county flow of information on this project. Tommy and Anne were involved in all negotiations that resulted in a signed agreement last March. May I suggest that ~u also question them about the document that the Mayor and you signed to join our partnership. Based on our phone talk, and since our County Council wasn't contacted, I understood that you would contact Mr. Pfau for information. At least you indicated that. This would probably work better for you since each local government involved has the representation we all negotiated on the Authority. Contacting Ned probably works better than trying to arrange the schedule of fit2een (15) different people.( 5 Authority, 7 Council, 3 Commissioners) for a hurried pre-scheduled meeting. I don't think anyone on our Council even knew about it anyway. As always, I am glad to be available, as a fellow elected official, to work with you at anytime. I think our work on the 2-mile fringe complaint we just received is an example of that. We all wish we could see more of City Council contact, like we have with you and Andrew lately. We used to do a lot of that information exchanging before we stopped heating from you last year. We need to return to those days. I think some major hurdles are behind us and I'll do whatever I can to improve communication. ~eyer cc: City Council Members Mayor Galligan Ralph Guthrie Dennis M. Hill Dan Moore [ THE TOM GALLIGAN Mayor STREET COMMISSIONER BOBBY ERVIN 1003 Fulton Sm Jeffersonville, lndiam (812) 285-645~ FAX (812) 285-6. 285-6468 1998 SANITATION Trash Pick Up & New Units - 917# (1#51 New Units) T..0tal Budget LabOr ~ g Men Maintenance Truck Payment Fuel Landfill Rumpke Subtotal 900, 108.73 19170#6.96 30~000.00 667574.82 22,374.88 80,983.08 967690.92 4877670.66 Environmental Department - Yard Waste Hardgoods; Chipper, Weed Eating, Cutting Grass, Tree Trimming, Tire Disposal 6 Full time/! Part time 1#3~285.22 Landfill 47,000.00 Clark County Compost 3#,313.28 Office Supplies, Services Contractual, Chemicals, Petty Cash, Household, Computer Services, Medical, Building, Protective Clothing, Uniforms 38,115.57 Special Appropriations Equipment 49,5t~8.00 Motor Equipment 140,176.00 Total Turned Back into eneral Fund Total 9#0, 108.73 48,409.93 891,698.80 et 47130 THE TOM GALLIGAN Mayor STREET COMMISSIONER BOBBY ERVIN 47# Account Total - $230,605.82 1998 F.L. Cab dc Chassie 1998 Heil Packer Body 1998 F.L. Cab & Chassie 1998 Heil Packer Body Subtotal Balance of Account on Mis 1998 VoVo Side Loader Payment 1995 VoVo Side Loader Total Return to General Fund Total 1997 F.L. Cab & Chassie 1997 Heil Packer Body 199# F.L. Cab dc Chassie 1994 Ford 1987 Peterbilt Total Value of Ali Equipemnt Balance of Lease Payments 1003 Fulton Str Jeffersonville, Indian (812) 285-645 FAX (812) 285-6 285-6468 37,966.00 32,655.00 36,900.00 32,655.00 $1#0,176.00 16,255.~9 66,57~.82 223~006.31 7~599.39 230~606.00 539,176.00 266,299.28 ~t t 47130 5 *89