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HomeMy Public PortalAbout9/13/1994GREENCASTLE COMMON COUNCIL • September 13, 1994 Regular Session The Greencastle Common Council met in regular session on Tuesday, September 13, 1994. The meeting was called to order by Councilor Murray, presiding officer, at 7:30 p.m. at Tzouanakis Intermediate School. On call of the roll the following members were shown to be present: Councilor Tom Roach, Councilor Jerry Calbert, Councilor Sue Murray, Councilor Charles Miles, Councilor Mike Rokicki. Also present were City Attorney John Zeiner and City Engineer Chris Barnes. Public Petitions and Comments: Joanne Haymaker asked for any questions or comments on the proposed tree ordinance, Councilor Calbert asked that a special session be set to discuss the ordinance in detail. A special meeting is to be set for the week of September 26 with Council, tree committee representatives and park board representatives. Marge Thomas of 1049 Avenue E was present to express a concern about the Welty property at 1041 Avenue E. She noted that neighbors are concerned with health and safety issues. Mr. Zeiner indicated that the city is filing an ordinance violation with the court and a court date has been set for October 11. If court action does not provide relief, the city will take action under the abandoned and unsafe property ordinance. Department Reports: In addition to monthly statistical reports, the following comments were presented. • Mr. Mark Hammer delivered the park report and noted that bids will be taken for the restrooms on September 22. Mrs. Nichols indicated that the bacteria at the plant are on line again. Councilor Roach asked about reimbursement of expenses for the clean -up. Mrs. Nichols noted that it has not been calculated at this point. ' Chief O'Hair reported that firefighter Curt Leonard began on September 1. After discussion of the problem of speeding on Albin Pond Road, Chief Hanlon responded that patrolling can be increased to deter speeding. Mr. Chris Barnes reported that construction is continuing on Foxridge Phase II, 5th Street Extension and Foxridge Water. He is also working on the scope of services for engineering in conjunction with the ISTEA sidewalk grant. He also noted that he just received the plans for the water plant and transmission line from Bonar & Associates. Jack Billman asked if there is a dollar figure available. Mr. Barnes noted that it is not yet final. Mr. Jim Wright reported that the SAE fraternity picked up trash. Councilor Rokicki asked if Indiana Gas has been notifying the city of their street cuts and repairing them. Mr. Wright indicated that they have, however, he has contacted them about Washington Street. Mr. Wright noted that leaf pick up should begin about October 15 and leaves will be taken to the State Farm for composting. He also noted that the Humane Society is accepting stray cats. • During the legal department report, the discussion of bridges and culverts ensued. Councilor Calbert asked that a special meeting be set with the County Commissioners as soon as possible to discuss resolution to the problem. Mr. Wright indicated that the College Street bridge is a concern. After CC 9/13/94 Page 2 • discussion, the Council suggested posting weight limits immediately. Requests and Recommendation from Officers and Departments: Ordinance 1994 -14, An Ordinance Approving the Erosion and Sediment Control for Developments and Improvements, was presented. After discussion of procedure, Councilor Calbert moved to table Ordinance 1994 -14. This motion was seconded by Councilor Miles and was carried by an aye unanimous vote. Presented for discussion was the proposed form of resolution requiring plans and specifications for the water improvement project be submitted to Council for approval prior to going to the Board of Works for bidding. Councilor Calbert explained the purpose of the resolution to be Council's ability to affect decisions concerning the project prior to being asked to act on the bond issue to fund the project. Councilor Rokicki agreed that Council needs to be involved in the planning, but noted that he felt a resolution was not necessary and would rather see Council commit to a minimum of three public hearings concerning the project. After further discussion, Councilor Calbert moved to number and approve the proposed form of resolution. This motion was seconded by Councilor Roach. Resolution 1994 -18, A Resolution Requiring Approval of Plans and Specifications in regard to the Proposed Water Utility Improvement Projects by the Common Council Prior to Release to the Board of Works for the Purpose of Advertisement of Bids, was presented and read in its entirety by Councilor Murray. Further discussion concerning whether the resolution referred to all plans and specs. Councilor Calbert then moved to amend Resolution 1994 -18 to refer directly to the Water Utility Improvement Projects presently under consideration. Councilor Roach seconded the motion and it was carried by an aye unanimous vote. Resolution 1994 -18 was so amended. On call for the question, the original motion to approve Resolution 1994 -18, as amended, was carried by an aye unanimous vote. Councilor Murray declared Resolution 1994 -18 to have been passed and adopted • this date. Council Reports and Comments: Council was informed that two bids were received concerning Division A -Sewer Plant Improvements: MK Betts, $217,000.00 and Maddox, $239,069.00. Bids were taken under advisement for review and tabulation. Presented to Council was a request for endorsement of a not for profit organization, Friends of the Park Association of Putnam County, to enable them to raise funds for a new playground. It was noted that the new included Putnam County to encompass members outside the city limits to participate. It was noted that the organization was not asking for any financial assistance. After discussion, Councilor Calbert moved to endorse the organization. This motion was seconded by Councilor Miles and was carried by an aye unanimous vote. Mr. Jack Billman thanked the Council for their decision to pass the 23% sewer rate increase to begin debt service payments immediately on the sewer improvement project bond issue. With no further Business, Councilor Roach move by Councilor Miles, was carried by an aye unanimous vot e TTE T: Ju ith Berry, CMC, Cie - reasurer d for adjournment. This motion was seconded , an eeting was adjourned at 9:00 p.m. Susan V. Murray, Presiding Of5 er