HomeMy Public PortalAbout9/09/2008City of Greencastle
City Hall
One North Locust Street, P.O. Box 607
Greencastle, Indiana 46135
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Teresa P. Glenn
Clerk Treasurer
Greencastle Common Council
Regular Meeting
Minutes
September 9, 2008 7:00 P.M. Greencastle City Hall
Call to Order, Roll Call
A. Mayor Murray called meeting to order at 7:00 PM. Upon roll call Councilors
Hammer, Bingham, Smith and Cohen present, Councilor Lanie absent.
II. Public Petitions and Comments
A. None heard
B. Recognize Volunteer and Part-time Fire Fighters
1. Mayor Murray recognized Volunteer Reserves and Part-time Firefighters for
their dedication and commitment during the recent storms and events.
Mayor Murray introduced Fire Chief Newgent and Assistant Chief Jeff
Mace. Chief Newgent gave a short introduction of the history of Volunteers
with the City of Greencastle. Chief Newgent introduced Volunteer and Part-
time Fire Fighters Paul Trisal; Kevin Kurtzman, Eric Vaughn; Jeff Tincher;
Rob Frank and Pam Pierce.
III. Special Requests
A. Street Closure
1. Old Gold Parade — Julia Arnold
a. October 11, 2008 — 12:00 PM to 12:30 PM
i. Julia Arnold present for this request.
a. Motion by Jinsie Bingham, second by Terry J. Smith
to approve this request, unanimous approval.
2. 34 Annual Berry Street Flea Mkt. — Cheryl Salsman
a. October 4th
i. Mayor Murray presented this request from Cheryl Salsman.
a. Motion by Adam Cohen, second by Terry J. Smith to
approve this request, unanimous approval.
3. Main Street - Farmers Market
a. Asking for continuation of street closure until October 25
i. Motion by Mark Hammer, second by Adam Cohen,
unanimous approval.
IV. Department Reports
A. Cemetery — Ernie Phillips
1. Ernie Phillips shared update on projects at Cemetery. Ready to move
forward on fencing in the infant area. Nearing 75% completion of project.
B. Engineer —
C. Fire Department — Bill Newgent
1. Adam Cohen asked Bill Newgent to speak regarding DePauw Universities
sprinkling system. Dryer fire last week was extinquished by the sprinkling
system.
D. Park and Recreation — Rod Weinschenk
E. Planner — Shannon Norman
1. Shannon Norman shared that IDEM was here last week for 5 year review.
Commended the Department of Public Works for their exemplary review
from IDEM. Norman thanked department supervisors for their assistance in
this process.
F. Police Department — Tom Sutherlin
G. Street Department — Brad Phillips
H. Wastewater Department — George Russell
1. Adam Cohen asked Russell to speak regarding water loss investigation.
Update on North Jackson Street Lift Station. Jinsie Bingham congratulated
Utility Department on their recent award. Ed Phillips and Barbara Hathaway
will be honored Thursday with Perdy Award for 30 years of continued
service in the water industry.
I. Water Works —Ed Phillips
J. City Attorney - Laurie Robertson Hardwick
1. Announced that she has been busy buying properties for the People
Pathways project. One official donation of land from Lynn Bohmer. 20
® parcels in total; 9 secured. Extremely encouraged by response from land
owners.
V. Approval of Minutes
A. Regular Meeting August 12, 2008
B. Special Session August 28, 2008
1. Motion by Adam Cohen to approve as presented, second by Mark Hammer,
unanimous approval.
VI. Old Business
A. Ordinance 2008 — 12 — An Ordinance Amending Ordinance 2000 -4, An
Ordinance Designating Stop Intersections, Second Reading
1. Motion by Terry J. Smith to approve as presented on second reading,
second by Jinsie Bingham, unanimous approval.
B. Ordinance 2008 -13 — An Ordinance for Appropriations and Tax Rates, Second
Reading
1. Motion by Terry J. Smith, second by Adam Cohen to approve with changes
on second reading, discussion. Call for the vote, unanimous approval.
VII. New Business
A. Resolution 2008 -19 —A Resolution Authorizing Additional Appropriations To
the 2008 Annual Budget
1. Tom Swenson present to answer questions regarding replacement of
Servers at City Hall and Greencastle Police Department. Mayor Murray
read this resolution in it's entirety. Mayor Murray opened public hearing at
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7:58 PM. No questions or comments, public hearing closed at 8:00 PM on
® motion by Mark Hammer, second by Jinsie Bingham, unanimous approval.
a. Motion by Mark Hammer to approve Res. 2008 -19, second by
Terry J. Smith, unanimous approval.
B. Resolution 2008 -20 — A Resolution Authorizing The Submission Of An Indiana
Department Of Homeland Security Fire Training Infrastructure Grant And
Establishing Fiscal Accounts
1. Mayor Murray read this resolution in it's entirety. Chief Newgent answered
questions regarding this resolution. Motion by Adam Cohen, second by
Terry J. Smith, unanimous approval.
C. Resolution 2008 -21 — Resolution Approving Funds for the Construction of Ivy
Tech Community College.
1. Mayor Murray read this resolution in its entirety. Motion by Mark Hammer
to adopt Res. 2008 -21, second by Adam Cohen, unanimous approval.
D. Ordinance 2008 -14 — An Ordinance Establishing The Size Of The Departments
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 2009, First Reading
1. Mayor Murray read Ordinance 2008 -14 as presented. The salary ordinance
reflects the following; $1200 increase to department supervisor; $1000 to
assistant supervisors and $700 to all other employees.
a. Motion by Jinsie Bingham to approve on first reading, second by
Mark Hammer, unanimous approval.
S E. Special Council Meeting
1. To approve Salary Ordinance prior to September 30, 2008.
a. Mayor Murray suggested meeting on September 25, 2008 at 7:00
PM. Agreed to have a special session as suggested by Mayor
Murray.
VIII. Approval of City Claims
A. Motion by Mark Hammer to approve claims as presented, second by Terry J.
Smith, unanimous approval.
IX. Reports
A. Mayor's Report
1. Community Summit viewing on local Access Channel. New benches are
installed and thanks to Carpenter Local Union for putting the benches
together and DPW for installing them. Update on new lights being made
and hopefully installed in the very near future.
B. Clerk- Treasurer's Report
1. Report update on fund balances.
C. Councilors
X. Adjournment
A. Motion by Jinsie Bingham to adjourn at 8:30 PM, second by Adam Cohen,
® unanimous approval.
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Susan V. Murrav, Mayor
ATTEST:
Teresa P. Glenn, Clerk Treasurer
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