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THE CITY OF RICHMOND,INDIANA,MONDAY,JUNE 19,2000
The Common Council of the City of Richmond, Indiana met in regular session at 7:30 p.m. Monday,June
19, 2000, in the Council Chambers in said City. President Larry Parker presided with the following
Councilmembers present: Howard"Jack"Elstro,Etta Lundy,Bruce Wissel, Karl Sharp,Bing Welch,Paul
Combs,Phil Dickman and Sarah"Sally"Hutton.The following business was conducted:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PRAYER BY COUNCILMEMBER LUNDY
ROLL CALL
Nine present.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The minutes of the May 15,2000 meetings were approved on a motion by Councilmember Welch, second
by Councilmember Wissel and was carried on a voice vote. There was no June 5 meeting, therefore no
minutes to act upon.
President Parker welcomed the students from Centerville High School who were in the audience and asked
each of them to come forward and introduce themselves so their parents could see them on TV.
PRESENTATION OF REMONSTRANCES, PETITIONS, MEMORIALS, INTRODUCTIONS,
MOTIONS AND PUBLIC COMMENTS
COMMUNICATION FROM THE MAYOR
Mayor Dennis Andrews spoke briefly on the unionization question of the Street Department and Sanitation
Department. He said his comments were in response to Wayne Circuit Court Judge Douglas Van
Middlesworth's ruling regarding the meaning and requirements imposed by Richmond City Code 33:04
entitled Fact Finding.
He spoke directly on the judge's ruling,reaction to the ruling,the immediate effect on Street and Sanitation
employees and his continuing resolve. He stated that he feels that the City's employee management
partnership approach is working and it requires fewer contracts and more collaboration between
management and employees. He said he is on record in his belief that a decision to organize is not in the
best interests of either the workers at Streets or Sanitation. (The report is on file in its entirety in the Clerk's
office).
REPORT FROM BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS AND SAFETY
President Parker said the minutes of the meetings of May 4, 11, 18, 25 and June 1, 2000 were included in
their packets.
REPORTS FROM DEPARTMENT HEADS
REPORTS FROM STANDING COMMITTEES
Councilmember Combs shared with his fellow Councilmembers his 13-week instructional session that he
went through with the Richmond Police Department.He related that he was very impressed with the way in
which the quality of the people who do the investigations and the response of the management of the
department that takes in regard to the internal investigations. He said he rode with a couple of different
officers on their entire shift and was given a different view of what they go through on a given night.Even
though he concluded, he said, that they are very well trained, they are human and they do make mistakes,
but he discovered that those human qualities serve the City well when they are called on various family
crises. He said they show a level of compassion and empathy and if they weren't human they wouldn't be
able to show that.
REPORTS FROM SPECIAL COMMITTEES
REPORTS FROM ORGANIZATIONS
MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS
ORDINANCES ON FIRST READING
Councilmember Elstro moved to suspend the rules and read by title only Ordinances No. 31,32,33,34,35,
36, 37, 38, 40 and 41 — 2000 and Ordinances No. 30 and 39 — 2000 in their entirety, second by
Councilmember Welch and the motion was carried on a voice vote.
Common Council Minutes Cont'd
June 19,2000
Page 2
ORDINANCE NO. 30-2000
The Clerk read Ordinance No. 30—2000—A SPECIAL ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF
RICHMOND TO RECEIVE A DONATION
"WHEREAS, the City of Richmond, Indiana, has the option of accepting or rejecting donations for a
specific purpose;and
"WHEREAS, the acceptance of a donation for a specific purpose constitutes the appropriation of such
property for the intended purpose.
"NOW, THEREFORE,be it ordained by the Common Council of the City of Richmond, Indiana, that the
following donations for use in the Training Division at the Richmond Fire Department shall be accepted
and gratefully acknowledged by the citizens of Richmond:
1. One television from Lowe's."
Fire Chief Mike Allen spoke in support of the ordinance. There being no other comments either for or
against, Councilmember Elstro moved for engrossment, second by Councilmember Welch and the motion
was carried on a voice vote.
Councilmember Lundy moved to suspend the rules and advance Ordinance No. 30—2000 to third and final
reading,second by Councilmember Elstro and the motion was carried on a voice vote.
The Clerk read Ordinance No. 30—2000 on third reading.
Ordinance No. 30—2000 was adopted unanimously on a roll call vote.
ORDINANCE NO. 31—2000
The Clerk read Ordinance No. 31 — 2000 — A SPECIAL ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE
APPROVAL OF A STATEMENT OF BENEFITS FOR A PROPERTY OWNER APPLYING FOR
DEDUCTIONS UNDER I.C.6-1.1-12.1
Councilmember Wissel explained that this is the first of several tax abatement ordinances 'on the agenda
tonight and they are facing a time crunch because the state is changing the schedule and it is to the
advantage of the local industries to have these ordinances passed on third meeting by July 1.He said since
the June 5 meeting of Council was cancelled, many of those requesting abatements got them in on time if
that meeting had been held.Because of that time element,he said,he is asking that in those places that it is
possible to do,to go ahead and suspend the rules and advance these ordinances to final reading.
He said this ordinance is a request made by Stevens Wire Products and he pointed out that the incorrect
amount of money was stated in the original ordinance and asked that it be corrected to $34,110 for new
manufacturing equipment. He said he spoke with Steve Stevens, owner of the company, who said they do
supply several local customers in this area. He said the wages are in line with the average industrial wage
and the company does provide health benefits. He said the Tax Abatement Committee recommends
approval of a 10-year abatement once the ordinance is amended. He so moved, second by Councilmember
Hutton and the motion was carried on a voice vote.
Councilmember Hutton moved to advance Amended Ordinance No. 31 —2000 to second reading and read
by title only,second by Councilmember Dickman and the motion was carried on a voice vote.
The Clerk read Amended Ordinance No.31—2000 on second reading.
President Parker declared Amended Ordinance No. 31—2000 on public hearing.
Steve Stevens spoke in favor of the ordinance,explaining that the two pieces of equipment they are asking
for the abatement on actually work together. He said one is the machine that forms pieces of wire and the
other welds the two ends together, adding that this particular wire form is used on the majority of the
products they manufacture.
There being no further comments either for or against the ordinance, Councilmember Elstro moved for
engrossment,second by Councilmember Hutton and the motion was carried on a voice vote.
Councilmember Hutton moved to suspend the rules and advance Amended Ordinance No. 31— 2000 to
third and final reading,second by Councilmember Welch and the motion was carried on a voice vote.
The Clerk read Amended Ordinance No.31—2000 on third reading.
Amended Ordinance No.31—2000 was adopted unanimously on a roll call vote.
Common Council Minutes Cont'd
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Page 3
ORDINANCE NO. 32—2000
The Clerk read Ordinance No. 32 — 2000 — A SPECIAL ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE
APPROVAL OF A STATEMENT OF BENEFITS FOR A PROPERTY OWNER APPLYING FOR
DEDUCTIONS UNDER I.C.6-1.1-12.1
Councilmember Wissel said this ordinance is a request made by Belden Wire & Cable Co. for a tax
abatement of$3,400,000 and they estimate 8 new jobs and a retention of 847. He said he had asked for a
better description and break down of the machinery, which he shared with his fellow Councilmembers. He
said this is to add a digital conversion line for manufacturing that is related to the Internet. He said the
Committee recommended approval of the 10-year abatement.
Councilmember Welch moved to suspend the rules and advance Ordinance No. 32 — 2000 to second
reading and read by title only, second by Councilmember Sharp and the motion was carried on a voice
vote.
The Clerk read Ordinance No.32—2000 on second reading.
President Parker declared Ordinance No. 32 —2000 on public hearing. There being no further comments
either for or against the ordinance, Councilmember Wissel moved for engrossment, second by
Councilmember Welch and the motion was carried on a voice vote.
Councilmember Welch moved to suspend the rules and advance Ordinance No. 32—2000 to third and final
reading,second by Councilmember Lundy and the motion was carried on a voice vote.
The Clerk read Ordinance No. 32—2000 on third reading.
Ordinance No.32—2000 was adopted unanimously on a roll call vote.
ORDINANCE NO. 33—2000
The Clerk read Ordinance No. 33 — 2000 — A SPECIAL ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE
APPROVAL OF A STATEMENT OF BENEFITS FOR A PROPERTY OWNER APPLYING FOR
DEDUCTIONS UNDER I.C.6-1.1-12.1
Councilmember Wissel explained that this ordinance is for Mann Indiana Prop.,LLC,and is a request for a
10-year abatement for$1,500,000 for real estate and $300,000 for new manufacturing equipment. He said
they estimate 6 new jobs and the retention of 14.He said he spoke with Lindley Mann, noting that this is a
longtime organization in the City.He said the description of what the money would be used for is a 60,000
square foot distribution hub for floral products and a 12,000 square foot refrigeration system.
He said the wages are below the average but it does provide health benefits, adding that the committee
recommended an 8-year abatement although a 10-year was what was requested. Councilmember Sharp
moved to amend the ordinance to read 8-year abatement on both, second by Councilmember Combs and
the motion was carried`on a voice vote.
Councilmember Elstro moved to suspend the rules and advance Amended Ordinance No. 33 — 2000 to
second reading,second by Councilmember Welch and the motion was carried on a voice vote.
The Clerk read Amended Ordinance No. 33—2000 on second reading.
President Parker declared Ordinance No. 33 —2000 on public hearing. Speaking in favor of the ordinance
was Terry Campbell, representing the Hill Floral group who explained that the company is trying to put
together the 60,000 square foot distribution center to be able to be able to move an inventory out of Miami,
Fla. He said they want to bring it back to "the rose capitol of the United States."He said one of the things
Mann wants to do is to keep those 14 people actively working here and add 6 new jobs. He said they have
just increased their wages which might be in the company's favor.He said it went from$7 to$7.53,adding
that they are looking at adding a second and third shift in the future.Councilmember Wissel said that would
still be below the average industrial wage, but he said at break time he could poll the Committee about it.
He requested that the ordinance be placed on hold.
ORDINANCE NO. 34—2000
The Clerk read Ordinance No. 34 —2000 — A SPECIAL ORDINANCE FIXING CERTAIN BENEFITS
UNDER THE POLICEMAN PENSION FUND FOR THE CITY OF RICHMOND
Councilmember Welch moved to suspend the rules on Ordinance No. 34 — 2000 and read by title only,
second by Councilmember Combs and the motion was carried on a voice vote.
The Clerk read Ordinance No. 34—2000 on second reading.
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Page 4
President Parker declared the ordinance on second reading. Speaking in favor of the ordinance was J.P.
Lantz, secretary of the Richmond Police Pension Fund, who said that at the annual meeting of the officers
in February they decided to seek approval to raise the benefits of the surviving spouses to 50 percent of a
first class patrolman's wages. He said the budgetary impact would be less than $55,000 to pay for the 17
widows that are now eligible.
There being no further comments either for or against the ordinance, Councilmember Hutton moved for
engrossment,second by Councilmember Welch and the motion was carried on a voice vote.
Councilmember Lundy moved to suspend the rules and advance Ordinance No. 34—2000 to third and final
reading,second by Councilmember Elstro and the motion was carried on a voice vote.
The Clerk read Ordinance No. 34—2000 on third reading.
Ordinance No.34—2000 was adopted unanimously on a roll call vote.
ORDINANCE NO.35—2000
The Clerk read Ordinance No. 35—2000—A SPECIAL ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING MAP
AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF INDUSTRIES ROAD (EXTENDED) AND CHESTER
BOULEVARD,RICHMOND,INDIANA
President Parker announced that this ordinance would go to Planning Commission to be heard on June 22.
Gordon Moore, representing Kramer & Associates, said the proposal is to have a driveway running from
the new facility, which is a doctor's office, into the intersection of Industries Road and U.S. 27 to the
stoplight. He said because of this they were going to have to obtain easements from the Richmond
Development Commission and the Richmond Development Authority and in addition there is an existing
house which would be in the line of the proposed driveway.He said because they thought it would take too
long to obtain those, and the doctor wanted to start this right away, they would withdraw the request and
realign the driveway and miss the house.
He explained other changes that they were going to ask for.He said his understanding was that it be tabled
at the Planning Commission and it would be reviewed in August. Councilmember Welch said since this is
in his district, he was concerned about the driveway. Following more discussion between Moore and
Councilmember Welch, City Attorney Bob Bever said it doesn't matter whether Council or Planning
Commission holds it because it's going to have to be held until somebody makes amendments to it.Moore
said he would call Councilmember Welch so they could clarify the issues. Councilmember Welch
requested that the ordinance be held on second reading.
ORDINANCE NO. 36—2000
The Clerk read Ordinance No. 36—2000—A SPECIAL ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING MAP
AT 3767 NATIONAL ROAD EAST,RICHMOND,INDIANA
President Parker said this allows for the use of the property for a service station/convenience store located
at 3767 National Road East. Councilmember Welch asked, in view of this development, would they be
putting up a stop light at that entrance.Bob Goodwin,Planning Director,said that subject had not come up
in any of the discussions. He said that light is on the state highway and has to go through that agency.
Councilmember Welch said he is concerned that it would become a problem area.President Parker said this
ordinance would be assigned to the Planning Commission.
ORDINANCE NO. 37—2000
The Clerk read Ordinance No. 37 — 2000 — A SPECIAL ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE
APPROVAL OF A STATEMENT OF BENEFITS FOR A PROPERTY OWNER APPLYING FOR
DEDUCTIONS UNDER I.C. 6-1.1-12.1
Councilmember Wissel explained that this ordinance is a 10-year tax abatement request by Color Box LLC
with an estimate of 12 new jobs with a retention of 234. He said the estimated new value is $4,800,000,
adding that the company manufactures corrugated lithographic packaging. He said previously these jobs
have been outsourced and this would allow them to keep them here.
Councilmember Hutton moved to suspend the rules and advance Ordinance No. 37 — 2000 to second
reading and read by title only, second by Councilmember Combs and the motion was carried on a voice
vote.
The Clerk read Ordinance No. 37—2000 on second reading.
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President Parker declared Ordinance No. 37 —2000 on public hearing. There being no further comments
either for or against the ordinance, Councilmember Welch moved for engrossment, second by
Councilmember Combs and the motion was carried on a voice vote.
Councilmember Welch moved to suspend the rules and advance Ordinance No. 37—2000 to third and final
reading,second by Councilmember Lundy and the motion was carried on a voice vote.
The Clerk read Ordinance No.37—2000 on third reading.
Ordinance No. 37—2000 was adopted unanimously on a roll call vote.
ORDINANCE NO.38—2000
The Clerk read Ordinance No. 38 — 2000 — AN APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE AMENDING THE
2000 BUDGET •
Councilmember Welch moved to suspend the rules and advance Ordinance No. 38 — 2000 to second
reading and read by title only, second by Councilmember Combs and the motion was carried on a voice
vote.
The Clerk read Ordinance No. 38—2000 on second reading.
President Parker explained that the ordinance deals with the Human Rights department deleting$400 from
Contractual Printing and adding $300 to Copier Charges and $100 to Office Supplies. He declared the
ordinance on public hearing.There being no comments either for or against the ordinance,Councilmember
Hutton moved for engrossment, second by Councilmember Combs and the motion was carried on a voice
vote.
Councilmember Welch moved to suspend the rules and advance Ordinance No. 38—2000 to third and final
reading,second by Councilmember Combs and the motion was carried on a voice vote.
The Clerk read Ordinance No. 38—2000 on third reading.
Ordinance No.38—2000 was adopted unanimously on a roll call vote.
ORDINANCE NO.39—2000
The Clerk read Ordinance No. 39 —2000 —A SPECIAL ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF
RICHMOND TO RECEIVE A DONATION
"WHEREAS, the City of Richmond, Indiana has the option of accepting or rejecting donations for a
specific purpose;and
"WHEREAS, the acceptance of a donation for a specific purpose constitutes the appropriation of such
property for the intended purpose.
"NOW, THEREFORE, be it ordained by the Common Council of the City of Richmond, Indiana, that the
following donations for use at the Richmond Senior Center shall be accepted and gratefully acknowledged
by the citizens of Richmond:
1. Four Hundred Eighty Dollars ($480.00) from the Kiwanis Club of Richmond to be used for
the purchase of a table and chairs.
2. An electric treadmill from an anonymous donor."
Councilmember Wissel moved to amend the ordinance to read the"Richmond Noon Kiwanis," second by
Councilmember Welch and the motion was carried on a voice vote.
Councilmember Welch moved to suspend the rules and advance Ordinance No. 39 — 2000 to second
reading,second by Councilmember Combs and the motion was carried on a voice vote.
The Clerk read Ordinance No. 39—2000 on second reading.
There being no further comments either for or against the amended ordinance, Councilmember Elstro
moved for engrossment,second by Councilmember Hutton and the motion was carried on a voice vote.
Councilmember Lundy moved to suspend the rules and advance Amended Ordinance No. 39 — 2000 to
third and final reading,second by Councilmember Elstro and the motion was carried on a voice vote.
The Clerk read Amended Ordinance No.39—2000 on third reading.
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Page 6
Amended Ordinance No.39—2000 was adopted unanimously on a roll call vote.
ORDINANCE NO. 40—2000
The Clerk read Ordinance No. 40 — 2000 — A SPECIAL ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE
APPROVAL OF A STATEMENT OF BENEFITS FOR A PROPERTY OWNER APPLYING FOR
DEDUCTIONS UNDER I.C. 6-1.1-12.1
Councilmember Wissel explained that Ordinance No. 40 and 41 —2000 pertain to the Stagood Company
which is the owner of real estate leased to Marvel Industries.He said the request is for a 10-year abatement
on real estate for$55,000 estimated 2 new jobs with the retention of 140.He said he spoke to the controller
at Marvel where they manufacture refrigerated equipment and was told that this would allow them more
efficiency and allow them to increase their production.He said the Committee recommended approval.
Councilmember Hutton moved to suspend the rules and advance Ordinance No. 40 — 2000 to second
reading and read by title only, second by Councilmember Combs and the motion was carried on a voice
vote.
The Clerk read Ordinance No.40—2000 on second reading.
President Parker declared Ordinance No.40—2000 on public hearing. There being no comments either for
or against the ordinance, Councilmember Elstro moved for engrossment, second by Councilmember
Dickman and the motion was carried on a voice vote.
Councilmember Hutton moved to suspend the rules and advance Ordinance No.40—2000 to third and final
reading,second by Councilmember Combs and the motion was carried on a voice vote.
The Clerk read Ordinance No.40—2000 on third reading.
Ordinance No.40—2000 was adopted unanimously on a roll call vote.
ORDINANCE NO. 41—2000
The Clerk read Ordinance No. 41 — 2000 — A SPECIAL ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ,
APPROVAL OF A STATEMENT OF BENEFITS FOR A PROPERTY OWNER APPLYING FOR
DEDUCTIONS UNDER I.C. 6-1.1-12.1
Councilmember Wissel explained that this is also from the Stagood Company and is a request for a 10-year
tax abatement for real estate in the amount of$240,000.He said the Committee recommended approval.
Councilmember Hutton moved to suspend the rules and advance Ordinance No. 41 — 2000 to second
reading and read by title only, second by Councilmember Combs and the motion was carried on a voice
vote.
The Clerk read Ordinance No.41—2000 on second reading.
President Parker declared Ordinance No. 41 —2000 on public hearing. Councilmember Hutton mentioned
that Bill Harris, plant manager of Marvel, was in the audience. There being no comments either for or
against the ordinance, Councilmember Elstro moved for engrossment, second by Councilmember Sharp
and the motion was carried on a voice vote.
Councilmember Lundy moved to suspend the rules and advance Ordinance No.41 —2000 to third and final
reading,second by Councilmember Elstro and the motion was carried on a voice vote.
The Clerk read Ordinance No.41—2000 on third reading.
Ordinance No.41—2000 was adopted unanimously on a roll call vote.
President Parker announced that Council would retire for a 10-minute recess.
Following the recess,President Parker asked Councilmember Wissel if the Tax Abatement Committee had
arrived at a decision about Amended Ordinance No. 33 — 2000. Councilmember Wissel said after
discussion during recess it was agreed to recommend a 10-year tax abatement since there was a wage
increase. He said it was also pointed out that the Committee had been comparing it against the industrial
base wage and this is an agricultural industry. He said it is a longtime industry that is facing a lot of
• challenges and competitions and the Committee feels it is in the best interest in the Richmond community
to make a good business atmosphere for them. He moved to approve a 10-year tax abatement on both the
real estate and new manufacturing equipment,second by Councilmember Sharp and the motion was carried
on a voice vote.
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Councilmember Wissel moved for engrossment on Ordinance No. 33 —2000, second by Councilmember
Elstro and the motion was carried on a voice vote.
Councilmember Elstro moved to suspend the rules on Ordinance No. 33 — 2000 and read by title only,
second by Councilmember Welch and the motion was carried on a voice vote.
The Clerk read Ordinance No. 33—2000 on third reading.
Ordinance No. 33—2000 was adopted unanimously on a roll call vote.
ORDINANCES ON SECOND READING AND ENGROSSMENT
ORDINANCE NO.6—2000
Thee Clerk read Amended Ordinance No. 6 — 2000 — A SPECIAL ORDINANCE AMENDING THE
ZONING MAP ALONG U.S. 35,WAYNE TOWNSHIP,RICHMOND,INDIANA
President Parker declared Ordinance No.6—2000 on public hearing.
Speaking in support of the ordinance was Gordon Moore with Kramer & Associates representing Love's
Country Store,explaining that the Planning Commission passed this with two conditions. The first,he said,
was that originally there was a property line running down the middle of what is labeled as Trinity Parkway
and they requested that the property line be moved over to the west,which has been done.
The second, he said, was that they requested that there is a drainage plan submitted and approved by the
City Engineer's office and that has been done. He said that increased the size of the tract because the
southeasterly line had to be moved to the south to make sure that the proper drainage would go back to the
east end of the detention basin. He added that originally they had asked for 12 acres to be approved and
now they are up to 15.
Moore gave a brief background of the business, explaining that Love's Country Store is a convenience
store and is headquartered in Oklahoma. He said this would be the first store constructed this side of the
Mississippi but they have nine additional sites in Kentucky, Ohio and Indiana that they are presently
looking at. He said this site is at U.S. 35 and I-70 intersection and would average 1,000 cars per day and
about 300 trucks. He added that it would also have a Hardee's Restaurant with a 7,000-foot convenience
store and also talked about the ingress and egress as well as discussions with INDOT and landscaping. He
said they hoped to be in operation by late fall.
Councilmember Hutton moved to amend Ordinance No. 6 —2000, second by Councilmember Sharp and
the motion was carried on a voice vote.
There being no further comments either for or against the ordinance, Councilmember Elstro moved for
engrossment,second by Councilmember Welch and the motion was carried on a voice vote.
Councilmember Hutton moved to suspend the rules and advance Ordinance No. 6—2000 to third and final
reading,second by Councilmember Welch and the motion was carried on a voice vote.
The Clerk read Amended Ordinance No. 6—2000 on third reading.
Amended Ordinance No. 6—2000 was adopted unanimously on a roll call vote.
ORDINANCE NO.8—2000
The Clerk read Ordinance No. 8—2000-A SPECIAL ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE APPROVAL
OF A STATEMENT OF BENEFITS FOR A PROPERTY OWNER APPLYING FOR DEDUCTIONS
UNDER I.C.6-1.1-12.1
President Parker said this ordinance, which deals with a request made by Spartech, will be held honoring a
request by the Tax Abatement Committee.He said it would remain in second reading.
ORDINANCE NO.12—2000
The Clerk read Ordinance No. 12 — 2000 — A SPECIAL ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE
APPROVAL OF A STATEMENT OF BENEFITS FOR A PROPERTY OWNER APPLYING FOR
DEDUCTIONS UNDER I.C. 6-1.1-12.1
President Parker recognized Councilmember Elstro who commented on Ordinance No. 12 — 2000 and
Ordinance No. 13 —2000. He said he understands both of these would come back as new ordinances, but
for the time being they should be held on second reading.
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ORDINANCE NO.13—2000
The Clerk read Ordinance No. 13 — 2000 — A SPECIAL ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE
APPROVAL OF A STATEMENT OF BENEFITS FOR A PROPERTY OWNER APPLYING FOR
DEDUCTIONS UNDER I.C. 6-1.1-12.1
ORDINANCE NO.26 —2000
The Clerk read Ordinance No. 26 —2000 — A GENERAL ORDINANCE ADDING A NEW CHAPTER
158 TO THE CITY OF RICHMOND CODE
Councilmember Wissel said the Planning Commission would have a public hearing on this ordinance
Thursday, June 22, 2000. Councilmember Combs commented that he wanted to reassure his constituents
that he has received their concerns and he would express those at a later meeting once it comes out of
Planning.
ORDINANCE NO.28—2000
The Clerk read Ordinance No. 28—2000—A GENERAL ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 154.45
TO THE CITY OF RICHMOND CODE REGARDING PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT DISTRICTS
President Parker said this ordinance would also be assigned to Planning Commission.
ORDINANCE NO. 29—2000
The Clerk read Ordinance No. 29 — 2000 — A SPECIAL ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE
APPROVAL OF A STATEMENT OF BENEFITS FOR A PROPERTY OWNER APPLYING FOR
DEDUCTIONS UNDER I.C. 6-1.1-12.1
Councilmember Wissel explained that this is a request by F &H Partners for a 10-year tax abatement on
new manufacturing equipment and real estate. He said the estimate is for 8 new jobs, adding that the
estimated cost of the equipment is $530,000 and for real estate, $138,000. He said this venture is for a
manufacturer of cheesecake for wholesales to area restaurants, adding that the building would be 8,300
square foot with 5;000 to be used for the bakery and the remaining part to be used as an office.
He said the wages are below the average industrial and there is no health insurance benefit but it does have
a total investment in the community of$668,000 and it does create new jobs. He said he spoke with Jeff
Hanna who is the building developer and the Tax Abatement Committee is recommending a 5-year
abatement on the manufacturing equipment and the real estate.
Councilmember Hutton moved to amend the ordinance to read 5 years on both the real estate and
equipment,second by Councilmember Combs and the motion was carried on a voice vote.
There being no further comments either for or against the ordinance, Councilmember Elstro moved for
engrossment,second by Councilmember Hutton and the motion was carried on a voice vote.
Councilmember Welch moved to suspend the rules and advance Amended Ordinance No. 29 — 2000 to
third and final reading,second by Councilmember Sharp and the motion was carried on a voice vote.
The Clerk read Amended Ordinance No.29—2000 on third reading.
Amended Ordinance No.29—2000 was adopted unanimously on a roll call vote.
ORDINANCES ON THIRD READING
AMENDED ORDINANCE NO. 102—1999
The Clerk read Amended Ordinance No. 102— 1999—A SPECIAL ORDINANCE ANNEXING THREE
DIFFERENT TERRITORIES CONTIGUOUS TO THE CORPORATION LIMITS TO THE CITY OF
RICHMOND
President Parker commented that Don Eliason had requested permission to make a few comments on this
ordinance and President Parker said he had informed him that the rule is that after it has been engrossed
that the only way he could speak would be if there was unanimous consent of Council to allow him to
speak.Councilmember Wissel said there have been two public hearings on this and it has been on the table
for a long time so he voted no.
President Parker than declared Amended Ordinance No. 102— 1999 on third and final reading and asked
for final comments from Council.There being none,the Clerk was directed to call the roll for a vote.
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Page 9
Amended Ordinance No. 102—1999 was adopted unanimously on a roll call vote.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
CALL FOR ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, on a motion duly made, seconded and passed, the meeting was adjourned
at 9:20 p.m.
Larry Parker,President
ATTEST:
Norma Schroeder,Clerk