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HomeMy Public PortalAbout7/08/1997City of Greencastle City Hall Four East Walnut Street Greencastle, Indiana 46135 Pamela S. Jones Clerk- Treasurer GREENCASTLE COMMON COUNCIL REGULAR SESSION TUESDAY, JULY 8, 1997 7:00 P.M. PUTNAM COUNTY LIBRARY The Greencastle Common Council met in Regular Session Tuesday, July 8, 1997, 7:00 p.m. at the Putnam County Library. Mayor Michael called the meeting to order. On the Roll Call, the following were found to be present_ Councilor Roach, Councilor Hammer, Councilor Green, Councilor Baynard and Councilor Masten. Mayor Michael led the Pledge. There were no Public Petitions or Comments. Department reports were given. Chief O'Hair gave Council updated information on the Hummer. Chief O'Hair stated that a 1997 is only $500.00 more than at 1996 and it has more ® bells and whistles. Mayor Michael reported that DePaUW University has made a donation of $25,000.00 for the Hummer. Councilor Roach stated that with the $77,000.00 in the Cumulative Fire Equipment Fund and the $25,0000.00 donation from DePauw, he recommends buying the 1997 outright. Councilor Hammer asked if DePauw specified what the money was to go towards? Mayor Michael stated that they did not specify in particular, except that it was go for a capital item, not operating expenses. Councilor Hammer asked if this was a one shot donation. Mayor Michael replied that it is, there is not contract, but DePauw will look at this annually. Councilor Masten stated that they asked for the same thing from DePauw as we get from the Township Trustee. The number of runs are greater to DePauw than to the Township. Councilor Masten stated that he will go along with the Hummer, but he is not happy with the $5,000.00 for the parking lot. Councilor Masten stated that he has talked with Engineer Bames about negotiating with Milestone to do this at the end of the day when they have excess materials from street paving. Councilor Masten made the motion to advertise for bids and additional appropriation for the 1997 Hummer. Motion seconded by Councilor Roach, vote was unanimous. Chief O'Hair stated that they have four new reserves that have completed their training and can now make runs with the department. Assistant Police Chief Wilson stated that the status of Brian Fauber is not listed in the Police Report for Council. Assistant Chief Wilson stated that Mr. Fauber is to take his physical Thursday. Assistant Chief Wilson commended Alicia Hammond for her efforts in coordinating everything that has to be done through PERE Assistant Chief Wilson told the Council that Reserve Officer Kim Sheldon has been promoted to Sgt. of the Police Reserves. Assistant Chief Wilson lauded Ms. Sheldon for her work above and beyond what is expected of her. Councilor Masten asked Park Director Kathy Staton about the 6 -22 -97 problems that occurred at the Park. Director Staten stated that there were a group of approximately 15 kids creating a disturbance and she asked them to move. The group used profanity which ended up being vulgar language. Offense was taken by patrons and the police were called. Two of the people involved were park staff. The person that was off duty has since resigned. The other staff person apologized. A meeting was held with kids and parents. Barry Baynard gathered the people. Director Staton stated that she wanted to meet individually with kids and parents, but the parents and kids insisted on meeting as a group. Two of the persons are still suspended from the park. The Park Rules have been amended. Councilor Masten asked if Director Staton has the authority to expel persons from the park and/or pool. Director Staton replied that she has the authority, but there was not a designated length of time for suspension. Director Staton gave each Councilmember a copy of the amended rules. Councilor Masten asked if the amended rules were enough or do you need an Ordinance? The Council will help in any way to make the Park an orderly, family oriented place to enjoy. Councilor Baynard asked if the new rules and guidelines were adopted by the Park Board. Director Staton stated that they were. Councilor Baynard asked when the rules were adopted. Director Staton replied that they were adopted last Monday. Councilor Baynard stated that he agrees that you have to keep those types of attitudes out of the park. But make sure the Park is accessible to all citizens, children and parents and this includes black children. Director Staton stated that no one is unacceptable except for those using profane language. Councilor Baynard stated that this incident was construed as a racial incident. Director Staton asked how when everyone was treated equally. There were no racial slurs - addressed by you as a racial incident. Councilor Masten stated that if young people block • traffic and scream obscenities - he doesn't care who they are, they need to go. Councilor Hammer asked if only two were hurling insults? Director Staton stated that it was a group effort - the two who are suspended took the heat for all involved. Councilor Roach commended Director Staton on addressing the problems with amended rules in a prompt manner. We support you 100% and hope the Park Board does to. Councilor Masten encouraged Director Staten to let the Council know if there are any other problems. Minutes from the June 10, 1997 Regular Session were approved on a motion by Councilor Roach, seconded by Councilor Hammer. Vote was unanimous. Resolution 1997 -26, A Resolution Authorizing An Additional Appropriation was read by Mayor Michael. Councilor Masten made the motion to strike the $5,000.00 appropriated for the Fire Department lot paving pending negotiations with Milestone. Councilor Roach stated that if we can strike a deal, ok, but leave in the budget. Councilor Masten made the motion to approve Resolution 1997 -26, striking 402002363 - $5,000.00 for the Fire Department paving, seconded by Councilor Hammer. Vote as follows: Aye Nay Councilor Hammer Councilor Roach Councilor Green Councilor Baynard Councilor Masten 0 4 Resolution 1997 -27, A Resolution Appropriating Insurance Reimbursement for the General Fund, was read by Mayor Michael. Motion to approve made by Councilor Masten. Seconded by Councilor Hammer. Vote was unanimous. City claims were approved on a motion by Councilor Masten, seconded by Councilor Baynard. Vote was unanimous with Councilor Roach abstaining. Ordinance 1997 -11, An Ordinance Approving Codification, second reading. Mayor Michael request the Council table this Ordinance due to amendments that still need to be made. Motion to table made by Councilor Masten, seconded by Councilor Roach. Vote was unanimous. Ordinance 1997 -12, An Ordinance Amending Personnel Policies Regarding Worker's Compensation, second reading. Motion to adopt made by Councilor Roach, seconded the Councilor Green. Vote was unanimous. Ordinance 1997 -13, An Ordinance for the Adoption of People Pathway's Bicycle and Pedestrian Paths in and around Greencastle City Limits, second reading. Joy Marley stated that this is a partnership. The things that need to be stressed are flexibility - do as development occurs and long term - put together as years go by. Councilor Hammer asked about funding and stated that the group isn't saying they are going to start next year and expect to be completed in two years. As things come along - with development, etc. Mrs. Marley stated that this is a concept - nothing is in concrete. Lets be prepared when development occurs. Councilor Roach asked about the Council actually allocating money. Mrs. Marley stated that they are not asking for money. Bryan Hansen stated that the group may or may not come to Council to ask for funds. The group is looking at outside funding and will come to the Council with each item. Councilor Roach made the motion to adopt Ordinance 1997 -13, second reading. Motion was seconded by Councilor Hammer. Vote was unanimous. Councilor Green asked how accurate the map is. Mr. Hansen replied that there should be access in that area, maybe not exactly where it is on the map, but in the area. Councilor Masten stated that he agrees with the concept, but does not want to create an open ended appropriation. Mr. Hansen replied that they are not seeking an appropriation. Councilor Masten stated that some will say that this is part of the Comprehensive Plan and that we have to do this. Mrs. Marley stated the plan states "as developed ", this could be the responsibility of the contractor. Bill Dory stated that by incorporating this it gives the Plan Commission some leverage with developers. Ordinance 1997 -14, An Ordinance for the Adoption of the Updated Computer Generated Zoning Map, second reading. Motion to adopt made by Councilor Masten, seconded by Councilor Roach. Vote was unanimous. Ordinance 1997 -15, An Ordinance Establishing The Size of Department of City Government of The City of Greencastle, Indiana, Fixing Salaries For the Employees of Such Departments and Fixing the Salaries of Certain Other Appointed Officials for the Year 1998, first reading. Mayor Michael stated that these are not across the board raises. Each department was looked at differently. Councilor Hammer stated that he has two items to address. In Section 9, City Planner, should be titled Building Commissioner /City Planner and although there is an increase ® this year, it was first brought to us as two jobs. Councilor Hammer made the motion to correct the title to Building Commissioner /City Planner and to add a range from $25,000.00 - $40,500.00. Motion seconded by Councilor Masten, vote was unanimous. Councilor Hammer addressed the Park Director's salary and stated that he understands there is always a differential because of the housing benefit, but the differential is growing. Councilor Hammer made the motion to change the Park Director to $20,976 - $24,500.00, seconded by Councilor Masten. Councilor Roach stated that he will support this, but would like to get out of the housing business. Vote was unanimous. Councilor Masten made the motion to adopt Ordinance 1997 -15, first reading, with amendments, seconded by Councilor Hammer. Vote was unanimous. Ordinance 1997 -16, An Ordinance Fixing The Salaries of Elected Officers of The City of Greencastle for the Year 1998, first reading, was read by Mayor Michael. Motion to adopt Ordinance 1997 -16, first reading, made by Councilor Masten seconded by Councilor Roach. Vote was unanimous. Attorney Zeiner updated the Council on the Arlington Street Standpipe lot. Attorney Zeiner stated that in 1994 the property was appraised with an average appraisal of $4,000.00. Councilor Roach recommended that the property be auctioned at the August Council meeting. A Special Session was set for 6:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 30, 1997, at City Hall, for second reading of Salary Ordinance, CACFID /PCF discussion and an Additional Appropriation. Mayor Michael told the Council that a City Family Picnic will be held Friday, August 1, 5:00 p.m. at the Park/Pool. All City Offices will close at 4:00 p.m. Councilor Roach stated that with the Court date of the Building Commissioner /City Planner being postponed until October 22, he feels the Board of Works might want to re- evaluate the situation and put Mr. Andonov back on the payroll to do the City Plan independent of City Hall. Councilor Roach stated that he supports the Mayor and the Board of Works in their decision, but feels the City should get something for their money. Councilor Masten seconded the motion. Councilor Hammer stated that he feels this sends the wrong message to the citizens and should not be revisited. Councilor Green stated that he needs more time and asked Attorney Zeiner to prepare legalities on the issue. Councilor Hammer made the motion to table the decision to make a non binding recommendation to the Board of Works to reinstate Mr. Andonov, seconded by Councilor Green. Councilor Baynard stated that he is for sending to the Board of Works to re- evaluate. Vote as follows: Aye Nay Councilor Hammer Councilor Roach Councilor Green Councilor Baynard Councilor Masten Councilor Masten stated that he voted to table because if anyone feels uncomfortable with this ® they should not have to deal with this issue. 0 • Council reports given by all members. Motion to adjourn made by Councilor Masten, seconded by Councilor Hammer. Vote was Pamela S. Jones, Clerk r s er Nancy A Michael, Mayor AT ES unanimous. 0