HomeMy Public PortalAbout9/10/1991GREENCASTLE COMMON COUNCIL
Regular Session
• September 10, 1991
The Greencastle Common Council met in regular session on Tuesday,
September 10, 1991 at 7:30 p.m. in City Hall. On call of the roll the
following members were shown to be present: Councilor Sue Hurray,
Councilor Bob Sedlack, Councilor Mike Rokicki. Councilors Tim Conway and
Sheri Roach were absent. City attorney Larry Wilson was also present.
Public Petitions and Comments:
Barbara Lane, president of the Humane Society of Putnam County, was
present with an update of the organization's activities. She reported
that they have received their 501(c) (3) not for profit status and have
raised 930,000.00 in cash and approximately 920,000.00 in in -kind
donations. She noted that Putnam County has donated 9.7 acres of land on
which to build the facility and that fundraising efforts continue along
with applications to various foundations for grant monies. A copy of
their grant proposal was filed with the clerk - treasurer for review by
interested parties.
Approval of Minutes:
The minutes of August 27 special session and August 27 public
hearing were distributed to Council. Councilor Rokicki moved to approve
the above minutes. Councilor Murray seconded the motion and it was
. carded by an aye unanimous vote.
Department Reports:
In addition to the monthly statistical reports the following
comments were presented by department supervisors.
Mr. Leon Phillips reported that he is working with the engineers on
the specifications for the new pump and that the daily pumping average has
been 1.7 million gallons.
Mr. Jim Wright commented that a wedge of asphalt may help to move
the water at the corner of Gardenalde and Hammond, and that major repaving
for the year 1991 has been completed. Councilor Sedlack moved to
congratulate Mr. Wright on his thirtieth wedding anniversary. This motion
was seconded by Councilor Murray and was carried by an aye unanimous vote.
Councilor Murray expressed a concern about students crossing the
southern highway at First Street. Mayor Harmless indicated that he and
Chief Hanlon will continue to work with the school corporation concerning
the issue. Chief Hanlon also noted that he would investigate the
placement of the portable flashing sign at Berry and Apple.
Chief Elmore indicated that repairs to Engine #1 are nearly
complete.
• Mr. Bill Lawrence reported having issued 118 permits to date
representing fees in the amount of 97,200.00.
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• Mr. Ron Smith reported that the following projects are in the design
phase: Foxridge sewer extension, wastewater treatment plant operational
stabilization plan, McClure Oil / Foxridge lateral, Linwood Drive
drainage, catch basins b sidewalks. He continued that the following
projects are in construction: Greater Eastaide sewer separation project,
Wal -Mart lift station and force main, southern highway, Fillmore Road
sever extension, 10th Street widening.
Mr. Wilson reported that the last parcel for southern highway
easement acquisition is tentatively settled and that there are five or six
more easements to be acquired for the Greater Eastaide project. He also
noted that questions have arisen concerning open burning and yard sales.
He indicated that the Council may want to address guidelines for yard
sales.
Recommendations and Requests from Officers and Departments:
Ordinance 1991 -19, An Ordinance Amending the Greencastle Planning
and Zoning Ordinance by Amending the Zoning Map (431 South Bloomington
Street, Petitioner: James 0. Clearwaters), was presented and read in its
entirety by Mr. Wilson. Mr. Wilson noted that the first reading and
public hearing of Ordinance 1991 -19 occurred at the Plan Commission
meeting of August 26, 1991 and that it is a conditional rezoning that will
be recorded with the property. Councilor Murray moved to approve
Ordinance 1991 -19 as presented. This motion was seconded by Councilor
Rokicki. Councilor Sedlack asked how the improper zoning occurred. Mr.
• Wilson responded that the Clearvaters stand was already In existence at
the time of the zoning and therefore was grandfathered. On call for the
question, the motion was carried unanimously by members present. Mayor
Harmless declared Ordinance 1991 -19 to have been passed adopted this date.
Ordinance 1991 -20, An Ordinance Amending Chapter 455 of the
Greencastle City Code to Prohibit Heavy Vehicles on Designated Streets,
was presented and read in its entirety by Councilor Sedlack. Councilor
Rokicki moved to approve Ordinance 1991 -20 as presented. This motion was
seconded by Councilor Sedlack. Discussion ensued concerning the following
items: adding the phrase "except for local deliveries," adding Hanna and
Seminary Streets to the list of designated streets, and consideration of
enforcement. On call for the question the motion was unanimously carried
by members present. Mayor Harmless declared Ordinance 1991 -20 to have
been passed on first reading.
Ordinance 1991 -21, An Ordinance Amending Chapter 442-30 of
Greencastle City Code Schedule of One -way Streets, wee presented and read
in its entirety by Mayor Harmless. Councilor Murray moved to approve
Ordinance 1991 -21 as presented. This motion was seconded by Councilor
Rokicki and was carried by an Bye unanimous vote of members present.
Mayor Harmless declared Ordinance 1991 -21 to have been passed on first
reading.
Resolution 1991 -18, A Resolution Approving Statement of Benefits,
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North American Capacitor Company, was presented and read in its entirety
by Mayor Harmless. Councilor Murray moved to approve Resolution 1991 -18
as presented. This motion was seconded by Councilor Rokicki and was
carried by an eye unanimous vote of members present. Mayor Harmless
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• declared Resolution 1991 -18 to have been passed and adopted this date.
Resolution 1991 -19, A Resolution Approving Statement of Benefits,
Wilmington Trust Company, was presented and read in its entirety by Mayor
Harmless. The clerk - treasurer verified that she had not received for
filing the statement of benefits for this resolution.
Resolution 1991 -21, A Resolution Designating the Old Opera House ee
a Blighted Area as Defined by IC 36- 7 -1 -3, was presented and read in its
entirety by Mayor Harmless. Councilor Murray moved to approve Resolution
1991 -21 as presented. This motion was seconded by Councilor Sedlack and
was carried by an aye unanimous vote of members present. Mayor Harmless
declared Resolution 1991 -21 to have been passed and adopted this date.
Resolution 1991 -22, A Resolution to the City Council of the City of
Greencastle, Indiana, Authorizing the Submittal of the CFF Application to
the Indiana Department of Commerce and addressing Related Matters, Old
Opera House, was presented and read in its entirety by Mayor Harmless.
Councilor Rokicki moved to approve Resolution 1991 -22 as presented. This
motion was seconded by Councilor Murray and was carried by an aye
unanimous vote of members present. Mayor Harmless declared Resolution
1991 -22 to have been passed and adopted this date.
The meeting was recessed at 9:15 p.m. and reconvened at 9:20 p.m.
• Resolution 1991 -20, A Resolution Approving Statement of Benefits,
Heartland Automotive, Inc., was presented and read in its entirety by
Mayor Harmless. Discussion ensued concerning the new legislation allowing
up to 10 year tax abatement on manufacturing equipment. Councilor Rokicki
commented that he would not be in favor of extending equipment tax
abatement for ten years.
Councilor Rokicki moved to table consideration of Resolution 1991 -19
and Resolution 1991 -20 to allow for further public input. This motion was
seconded by Councilor Murray and was carried by an aye unanimous vote of
members present.
Council Reports and Comments:
Councilor Rokicki announced the next regular session of Council will
be held Tuesday, October 10th at Jones Elementary School. Mayor Harmless
announced a Housing Task Force meeting on Thursday, September 12 at the
DePauw Media Center. Mr. Wilson noted that the Plan Commission will be
considering an ordinance amendment concerning C2 zoning at their September
meeting.
With no further business, Councilor Sedlack moved for adjournment.
This motion was seconded by Councilor Murray, was carried by an aye
unanimous vote of members present, and the meeting was adjourned at 9:35
p.m.
ATTEST: Michael M. Harmless, Mayor
Judith Berry, Clerk - Treasurer