HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-21-2005COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS OF THE
COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF JEFFERSONVILLE, INDIANA
March 21, 2005
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 21, 2005.
Mayor Rob Waiz, with Clerk Treasurer Peggy Wilder at the desk, called the
meeting to order. Also present were City Attorney Les Merkley, Council Attorney Allen
Morris, and Deputy Clerk Barbara Hollis. Mayor Waiz welcomed all in attendance,
asking all those present to stand as Councilperson Grooms 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 Perkins made the motion to approve the agenda with the deletion
of agenda item #10 and agenda item #17, second by Council President Grooms, passing
on a vote of 7-0.
Mayor Waiz presented the minutes of the meeting of March 15, 2005 for
approval. Councilperson Wilson made the motion to approve the minutes as presented,
second by Councilperson Fetz, passing on a vote of 7-0.
Clerk Treasurer Wilder presented the claim list for consideration by the Council.
Councilperson Zastawny made the mOtion to approve the claims as presented, seconded
by Councilperson Sellers passing on a vote of 7-0.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
There was no public comment'
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AGENDA ITEMS'
Mr. Bob Lynn, representing the Building Trades, spoke to the Council about
keeping business moving on projects, due to the sewer moratorium. Mayor Waiz
expressed his appreciation for the support during the sewer rate increase. The sewer
board placed the restrictions in February and will be coming up again at the next meeting.
February 23, 2004
Council President Grooms explained the Council is not trying to slow down the progress.
With a 67 million dollar sewer project and a 3 million dollar city hall project, the Council
is doing their job to evaluate the best way possible. He pledges to do what can be done to
keep progress moving. Mayor Waiz said as a member of the sewer board he will make
sure the process continues.
Planning and Zoning Director Chester Hicks presented and reviewed sections of
Ordinance No. 2005-OR-16, State Of Indiana Plan Commission Recommendations To
Jeffersonville Common Council To .Amend Portions Of The Jeffersonville Zoning
Ordinance 2000-OR-61 (Utica Pike Overlay District). The Plan Commission voted to
pass this. Mr. David Lewis, Attorney representing a number of neighbors, said the
Ordinance is lacking in definition of overlay district. He proposes adding definition.
Council Attorney Morris feels this must go back to the Plan Commission. Attorney
Lewis agrees. Following all discusSion, Councilperson Zastawny made the motion to
table, second by Councilperson Perkins. Councilperson McCauley feels it should be
passed now and amended later. Councilperson Perkins withdrew his second and
Councilperson Zastawny withdrew his motion. Public comment was called for. There
was no public comment. Councilperson Zastawny made the motion to pass Ordinance
No. 2005-OR-16 as proposed by Director Hicks, second by Councilperson Sellers.
Mayor Waiz asked for public comment. As there was no comment the motion passed on
a vote of 7-0.
Ordinance No. 2005-OR'17, State Of Indiana Plan Commission
Recommendations To Jeffersonville Common Council To Amend Portions Of The
Jeffersonville Zoning Ordinance 2000-OR-61 (INAAP Redevelopment District) was
presented for consideration by Director Hicks. Councilperson Perkins made the motion
to pass Ordinance No. 2005-OR-17, Second by Councilperson Wilson. Public comment
was called for. No comments were voiced. The motion to pass Ordinance No. 2005-OR-
17 passed on a vote of 7-0.
Mayor Waiz explained the need for passage of 2005-R-13, A Resolution
Authorizing Application Submission And Local Match Commitment. Mayor Waiz
explained the plans. CounCilperson Perkins made the motion to pass Resolution No.
2005-R-13, second by Councilperson Wilson passing on a vote of 7-0.
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February 23, 2004
Fire Chief Clark Miles and Assistant Chief Tony Decker appeared before the
Council explaining the need for new and updated air packs. They have pursued grants
but cannot wait as the air packs in use are out of OSHA compliance. Councilperson Fetz
made the motion to allow for the purchase of air packs to be paid from the Cumulative
Capital Development Fund, miscellane°us line, second by Councilperson Sellers, passing
on a vote of 7-0. Mayor Waiz thanked the Council, as Safety is the first concern.
CLERK TREASURER COMMENTS'
Clerk Treasurer Wilder explained she would not release any payments from the
EDIT Fund until appropriations are made and approved by the DLGF.
COMMITTEE REPORTS'
Councilperson Zastawny reported on the TIF meeting reviewing the projects. The
committee is working to see if the TIF Districts are functioning as planned. Nathan
Samuels has been involved and helpful. Councilpcrson McCaulcy said he appreciates
Director Cahill's efforts.
COUNCIL AND MAYOR COMMENTS'
Councilperson Wilson said the Park Board meeting on Monday was a good
meeting. An Aquatics Director has not been hired. SIEDC will meet April 13, 2005.
The Concerts In The Park have been Planned and will start the second week in May. Jeff
Fcst is being planned for June 1.
Councilperson Perkins reported there will be an annexation meeting mid-April
and it is hoped to have preliminary numbers. Councilperson Perkins referred to the new
wall at the back of the meeting room saying he wished the City had been contacted. He
then said that sewer approval has never been a problem if the request is within the City
limits. The problem is with builders °utside the limits. Due to the increase in the cost of
gasoline, he feels there should be consideration of the take-home vehicle policy. This
would include employees that live outside the City limits. There may be a need to redraft
the policy
Councilperson Fetz noted there is a House Bill changing the sources of revenue
for cities and town. There is a need to be a part of legislative and research efforts. The
Park Board discussed the upgrade fOr the tWo medians on Park Place and suggested a
public forum. This will be held at Bethel A.M.E. Church. Councilperson Fetz invited
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Mayor Waiz, Attorney Merkley, and all Council. He also welcomes any ideas for
sponsorship so that no public funds will be used.
Councilperson McCauley echoeS Councilperson Fetz's comments regarding the
income tax issue. The details are qUite fascinating and disturbing. All need to be
involved.
Council President Grooms has received letters of acceptance into the Master
Municipal Clerk program sponsored bythe International Institute of Municipal Clerks for
Peggy Wilder, Barbara Hollis and SuZy Bass. He congratulates them for their work.
Council President Grooms called attention to the IACT legislative meeting to be held
April 14 at 11 A.M. He has a copy of the SRF loan application and is reviewing it. The
price of a sidewalk from Hamburg Pike to the YMCA is being calculated. Council
President Grooms thanked Police Officer Wilson for being in attendance tonight.
Mayor Waiz noted budget time is approaching and he suggests each
Councilperson ride with a Police Officer, visit the Fire Department as well as other
department. He appreciates all for coming tonight.
Councilperson Perkins said it is important that restaurants wishing to locate in the
Quadrangle have liquor licenses available. .
As there was no further business to ~uncil, the meeting was
adjourned 9:00 P.M.
ROBERT L. WAi~, MAYOR
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