HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-25-2001 r MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS AND SAFETY
OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSONVILLE, INDIANA
JUNE 25, 2001
Mayor Galligan called the meeting to order at 9:30 a.m. and on call of the roll those members present
Were: City Engineer Miller and Councilperson Frantz.
Also present were: Safety Director Rodden, Building Commissioner Bill Gavin , Animal Shelter
Director Keller, Parks Director Rick Elliott, Street Commissioner Grant, Wastewater Collection
Supervisor Wright, Wastewater Treatment Plant Director Traylor, Redevelopment Executive
Assistant Ellenbrand, Personnel Director Ellis, Administrator Rich Davis, Fire Chief Smith,
Police Chief Pavey, City Attorney Galligan,and Clerk Lynne Mayfield.
BOAT DOCK
Linda Basinger of 3314 Norma Drive appeared before the Board in regard to her problem with
getting to her boat dock because of other dock owners cars blocking the way. She said she has
asked them to park so that she can get through but to no avail. After some discussion Mayor
Galligan said that a parking spot will be painted for her. He said she can relocate down river if
need be also.
STATE CHAMPIONSHIP SIGNS
Mr. Ted Throckmorton appeared before the Board and asked the status on the State Basketball
Championship signs. Mayor Galligan said the signs are being made and should be completed
soon.
LOUISVILLE ORCHESTRA
Redevelopment Executive Assistant Ellenbrand told the Board that the Louisville Orchestra is scheduled to
perform on July 10, 2001 on the Terrace Lawn. The charge to attend is $10.00 and water and cokes will be
sold. Marvin Stephenson asked to have a concession for the event. Mayor Galligan said he will discuss it
with him. The event will be advertised in the Courier Journal.
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r-- INDUSTRIAL PARK
Councilperson Frantz told the Board that he noticed just about every business in the Industrial Park parking
on grass. He suggested finding another solution to the problem rather than forcing the businesses to
immediately pave. Mayor Galligan said something has to be done to improve the appearance of the park.
Ted Throckmorton said there are other ways to clean up the Industrial Park besides paving. Mayor Galligan
said an ordinance has been in effect since the building's were built and has never been followed. Mayor
Galligan said he is only asking for a plan of action from the businesses
TUBBY'S RESTAURANT
Building Commissioner Gavin told the Board that a deadline needs to be set for Glenn Muncy to provide a
complete set of plans, get an environmental assessment, and apply for financing to repair the building.
Building Commissioner Gavin was told by Mr. Muncy that he has received the insurance money from the
fire and the mortgage has been paid off. Muncy said he has an estimate of$275,000.00 to restore the
building. Engineer Miller made the motion to approve giving Mr. Muncy 30 days (July 30, 2001 BPW
Meeting) to obtain an environmental assessment, submit engineering plans to the state, and apply for
financing, seconded by Councilperson Frantz and carried unanimously.
1107 REEDS LANE
Layne Smith who owns the property at 1107 Reeds Lane and the renter of the property, Mr. Borraga
appeared before the Board as well as legal representation in regard to parking cars on gravel and clean up.
Mr. Borraga said sometimes he needs to park the cars on the gravel because of a lack of space. Mayor
Galligan said all vehicles must be parked on a hard surface by Ordinance. After discussion, City Attorney
Galligan said she would meet with Mr. Borraga and Planning and Zoning Director Ecker to discuss a plan of
action.
There being no further discussion to come before the Board the motion was made by Councilperson Frantz
to adjou at 10:50 a.m sec nded by Engineer Miller and carried unanimously.
AYOR
ATTEST:
CLERK SURER