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HomeMy Public PortalAbout04-27-1967 180 Mr. Burelison presented the street sweeping program that is to be followed during the coming months. The program is on file in the Clerk's office for inspection. There being no further business on motion duly made, seconded and carried the meeting adjourned. enry . Ja son, President Attest: 1 At er J. Reeg, erk *******X- X-X- HHE-4HHHHF***********4HHE**-3Hef***** * *x-************** *****-***(- BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS AND SAFETY OF THE CITY OF RICHMOND, INDIANA, APRIL 27, 1967 The Board of Public Works and Safety of the City of Richmond, Indiana met in regular session in the City Building, April 27, 1967 at the hour of 9:00 o'clock a.m. (est). Mr. Jameson presiding with the following members being present: . Mr. Gehr and Mr. Keller. The following business was had to-wit: Mr. Jameson moved the minutes of the previous meeting be approved without being read aloud, seconded by Mr. Keller and on voice vote was carried. Mr. Keller moved the claims be allowed and paid, seconded by Mr. Jameson and on voice vote wad carried. Mayor Cordell stated that he wished to commend Mr. Burelison, Street Commissioner, for the good job the Street Department has done in getting the streets back into condition after the winter weather. Mr. Currens, of the Sun Oil Company, was present and requested permission to run two tractor trailers through town, Saturday, April 29, 1967 for approximately one hour, said trailers to be equipped with musical sound as an advertising promotion. Mr. Kel&er moved that the above request be granted, seconded by Mr. Jameson and on voice vote was carried. Captain Stout to be notified of this action. Mr. Gehr, City Engineer, stated that Henry Steeg and Company_ have reported that plans are being finalized for the sewer and widening of N.W. 5th Street from "J" Street to Rich Road. Councilman Marino appeared on behalf of Fred Duncan who is requesting a curb cut at 1322 North "J" Street. He was told by the Board that Mr. Duncan should appear in person before the Board with his request. Mr. Marino also reported that North 15th Street between "F" and "J" Streets was in bad shape. Also the water situation at the north end of North 8th Street needed attention. Captain Stout of the Traffic Department related the advantages of having the "No Parking" signs on the north side of North "E" Street in the 1900 block. He stated that no accidents in this area have occurred since the No Parking ban was put into effect. Mr. Gehr moved that the petition to remove the No Parking Restriction on north side of North "E" Street between 19th and 20th Streets be refused and packing remain as it is. Thisimotion was seconded by Mr. Jameson and on voice vote was carried. Fire Chief Price presented the following which was read aloud: April 24, 1967 Malvern Price, Fire:Chief Board of Public Works and Safety City of Richmodd, Indiana Gentlemen: On April 1, 1967, I completed twenty-five (25) years of service on the Richmond Fire Department, thus becoming eligible for retirement on pension. Aft4r Muth thought and consideration, I have decided to request that I be placed on retirement May 15, 1967. I wish to express my appreciation to the present and previous City Administrations under which I have had the pleasure of working, for their co-operation and support. I have seen many changes in the Fire Department during the past twenty-five (25) years and am certain that the future will bring more improvements and changes in fire fighting procedures. It has been a most happy experience working and association with a loyal and devoted group of men such as we have on the Richmond Fire Department. Respectfully, /s/ Henry Clark, Captain Aerial Company Richmond Fire Department City of Richmond, Indiana 1033 Boyer Street Fire Chief Price presented the following which was read aloud: Richmond, Indiana Fire Department April 26, 1967 City of Richmond, Indiana Malvern Price, Chief Dear Chief Price: This is in reply to your letter of March 31, 1967 concdrning my physical status.. -. Dr. Sage stated to me Tuesday April 25, that after viewing blood test and also electrocardigram, he felt I would not be able to return to duty. He said he would forw and me and you a proper letter just as soon as he possibly could. 79 fy u Mr. Jameson presented the following street light estimates: Requested by Capt. Stout - South Q Street ESTIMATE NO. 3393 OPER.COST/LAMP/MO. TOTAL COST/MO. Install 5 - 250 Watt Mercury Vapor Street Lights $4.00 $20.00 Remove 2 - 4,000 Lumen Pendant Type • Street Lights 2.35 4.70 Total Increase/Mo. $15.30 ELC #44 - S.W. 1st Street ESTIMATE NO. 3398 OPER.COST/LAMP/MO. TOTAL COST/Mo. Install 5 - 250 Watt Mercury Vapor Pendant Type Street Lights. $4.00 $20.00 Remove 1 - 6,000 Lumen Pendant 2.75 2.75 3 - 4,000 Lumen Pendant 2.35 7.05 Total Increase/Mo. $10.20 Mr. Keller moved the Board approve both estimates ai above set out, seconded by Mr. Gehr and on voice vote was carried. There being no further business on motion duly made, seconded and carried the meeting adjourned. i_ecciAt 4, or, .7,,,, He ry M. ,famesoi President Attests. A er J. Reeg 4HHE-HHHE**X-X X*-X-******** 314I- *****-X-X-*****HEMH SHE************X—Xlei-9**** *****-X-X-iH - BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS AND SAFETY OF THE CITY OF RICHMOND, INDIANA, APRIL 20,1967. The Board of Public Works and Safety of the City of Richmond, Indiana met in regular session in the City Building, April 20, 1967 at the hour of 9:00 o'clock a.m. (est). Mr. Jameson presiding with the following members being present: Mr. Gehr and Mr. Keller. The following business was had to-wit: Mr. Keller moved the minutes of the previous meeting be approved without being read aloud, seconded by Mr. Gehr and on voice vote was carried. Mr. Gehr moved the claims be allowed and paid, seconded by Mr. Keller and on III voice vote was carried. A petition signed by Norma Duffin and others requesting the "No Parking" signs be eliminated on the north side of North "E" Street in the 1900 block was presented. This was referred to the Traffic Division for study. A letter from Councilman Henn was read. The letter stated that Mr. and Mrs. Asby, who own and live in the property- at 1849 South "E" Street, are.in opposition to the placement of a light pole in the center of their property in the easement area fronting South "E" Street. A letter from Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Bulach, who own and live in the property at 1801 South "E" Street stated that they are in'opposiion to a light pole in front of their property. The Board placed both of the complaints under advisement until the next meeting. Mr. Gehr announced that the DeBolt Company would start soon on the demolisishing of the structures between North 3rd and Ft. Wayne Avenue between North "A" Street and first alley south of North "A" Street. Mr.. Ed Nicholson produced a performance bond that the Board required before work of constructing a street known as Locust Lane in the 4th Addition. The performance bond was examined and found' to be in order and Mr. Keller moved the Board approve the bond, seconded by Mr. Gehr and on voice vote was carried. Mr. Nicholson presented the plans for the extension of a street in the 3rd Addition of Salisbury Village Addition. Mr. Gehr examined the plans and moved the same be approved, seconded by Mr. Keller and on voice vote was carried. Mr. Gehr presented the quantities of materials, gasoline, oil, etc. that will be needed for the year starting June 1, 1967 to and including May 31, 1968. The Board authorized the Clerk to advertise for bids to be received May 11, 1967 for the materials that are needed. Holthouse Furniture Store, 533 East Main Street, requested permission to place a rug to be laid on the sidewalk in front of their store for a period of perhaps two months. Mr. Gehr moved that tentative approval be given with condition that the store give proof that they will provide a letter that they will show that the City will be harmless from a suit in case of an accident. The Board approved the following street lighting installations: Williamsburg Pike ESTIMATE. NO. 3406 OPER.COST/LAMP/MO. TOTAL COST/MO. Install 42 - 400 Watt Mercury Vapor Pendant Type Street Lights $ 4.75 $199.50 Install 4 - 250 Watt Mercury Vapor Pendant Type Street Lights 4.00 16.00 Total Cost/Mo. $215.50 O62 At the present time,this property is half down, but approximately half of it remains standing. In my opinion, the owners have had more than adequate time to complete this job. If the Board should decide to give the owners of this property anr:extension, thirty (30) days would be ample time. Sincerely, /s/ August H. Calvelage, Comm. Bureau of Buildings City of Richmond, Indiana Mr. Keller moved that a letter be sent to Chas. F. and Delores Gellenger request- ing them to be present at the Board of Works meeting on Thursday, May 4th, 1967 to show cause why the work in question has not been completed. Mr. Gehr seconded this motion and on voice vote was carried. Mr. Jameson moved that a Resolution be prepared for Council's consideration to transfer the sum of $25.00 from Dog Warden Budget Account No. 0-5 Gasoline to Dog 1111 Warden Budget Account No. 0-11, Other Supplies. Mr. Gehr seconded this motionand on voice vote was carried. Merle Carver, Milton Mosteller and Marie Fredricks of the Redevelopment Commission, were present and gave a report on the work being done by their department in North Richmond. There being no further business on motion duly made, seconded and carried the meeting adjourned. i Henry M./ am on, President Attest: A er J. Reeg, ler ** ****xxxx************* x-XxxX** xxxx(-***xxxxxxx*xxx3•xxx*xx-3(**xxxxxxxxxx)(xx**xxx*# BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS AND SAFETY OF THE CITY OF RICHMOND, INDIANA, MAY 4, 1967 The Board of Public Works and Safety of the City of Richmond, Indiana met in regular session in the City Building, May 4th, 1967 at the hour of 9:00 o'clock a.m. (est). Mr. Jameson presiding with the following members being present: Mr. Gehr and Mr. Keller. The following business was had to wit: Mr. Keller moved the minutes of the previous meeting be approved without being read aloud, seconded by Mr. Gehr and on voice vote was carried. Mr. Gehr moved the claims be allowed and paid, seconded by Mr. Keller and on voice vote was carried. Mr. James D. Jett, 827 South "H" Street, lodged a complaint of the sidewalk on the south side of South "H" Street between South 8th and 9th Streets being in need of repair. Mr. Jameson stated that this would be referred to the Street Commissioner. Mrs. Bulach and Mr . Asby appeared before the Board to discuss the placement of street light poles on South "E" Street. Mr. Rees of the Light Plant and Captain Stout were also in attendance. After much discussion this matter was taken under advisement. The Clerk presented a petition signed by James Wright and ten other signers requesting the installation of a street light in the 500 block of North 15th Street between North "E" Street and the railroad. Mr. Nicholson appeared before the board requesting permission to secure a. building permit to construct a house on Lot No. 64 of the Locust Lane 4th Addition. Mr. Keller moved the request be granted with provisions that there will not be any other permits granted until the local developers have their meeting on the subject of performance bonds. Mr. Gehr seconded this motion and on voice vote was carried. The Clerk presented proof of publication of notice of hearing on Improvement Resolution No. 1081-1967 to improve the east alley running north and south between South 8th Street and South 9th Street, from South "H" Street to South "I" Street with concrete the full width printed in the Richmond Palladium-Item a local mewspaper of general circulation in the City of Richmond, Indiana on the dates of April 10-17, 1967. Said notice stated the Board of Works has fixed the date of May 4, 1967r.at the hour of 10:00 a.m. Oest) as the date and time that remonstrances may be filed or heard by persons interested or effected by said improvement. Mr. Keller examined the proof of publication of notice and found the same to be correct and in order and moved the same be received and filed. Mr. Gehr seconded the motion and on voice vote was carried. May 4, 1967 being the date and 10:00 o'clock being the time designated in said Ill notice to consider all remonstrances received or filed. Mrs. Melva Richardson, 1207 South "I" Street filed a remonstrance to the improvement. Mr. Gehr stated that Mrs. Richardson waste resident property owner and had no voice in the improvement. After hearing all other persons present, Mr. Keller moved the Board confirm Improvement Resolution No. 1081-1967 as adopted and further the Clerk be authorized to advertise for bids to do the work as provided to improve the alley. Mr. Gehr seconded this motion and on voice vote was carried.