HomeMy Public PortalAbout2/14/1989GREENCASTLE COMMON COUNCIL
Regular Session
February 14, 1989
The Greencastle Common Council met in regular session on Tuesday,
February 14, 1989 at 7:45 PM it, City Hall. On call of the roll the
following members were shown to be present: Sheri Roach, Tim Conway, Sue
Murray, Bob Sedlack, Mike Rokicki.
The minutes Of January 1.0, executive session; January 10, regular
session; .January 31, special. session; were distributed to Council. C.
Sedlack commented on the wording of paragraph eleven (1.1.) of the January 10
regular session minutes, but did not request a revision. C. Sedlack then
moved Eor approval of the all. sets of minutes as distributed. This motion
was seconded by C. Murray and was carried by an aye unanimous vote.
Claim registers dated January 11, 1989 through January 31, 1989 in the
amount of $137,245.12 and dated February 1, 1989 through February 14, 1989
in the amount of $71,170.28 were presented to Council with subtotals read
by C. Sedlack. C. Sedlack then moved for approval and payment of claims as
presented. This motion was seconded by C. Conway and was carried by an aye
unanimous vote.
Treasurer's reports for November, December, and January were
distributed to Council. Discussion ensued concerning the reports with C.
Sedlack and C. Rokicki. both commending the Clerk- Treasurer for her efforts
in providing the monthly reports. C. Sedlack requested information
concerning the interest earned during 1988 . compared to 1987. The Cl.erk -
Treasurer noted that no investment register was kept in 1987 and that
comparative information is difficult to gather.. The Clerk- Treasurer is to
report at the next meeting. C. Rokicki then moved to approve the
Treasurer's reports as distributed. This motion was seconded by C. Sedlack
and was carried by an aye unanimous vote.
In department reports, Chief Elmore delivered the statistical report
that included twelve responses, four vehicle, five structural, two false
alarms, one hazardous spill, with an with an estimated loss of $9,100.00.
• Also completed were eight ci.ty inspections and five state inspections.
Chief Elmore continued that Cynthia Becht has been approved by PERF and
will begin on Monday. He noted that she already has her second class
firefighter training and twenty -four hour training. Brian Moore is due to
start his second class training at Van Bibber.
Chief Jack Hanlon reported 37t complaints received in the month of
January, which included but is not limited to, 118 citizen assistance, 36
accidents, 20 thefts, 16 breaking and entering, 13 vandalism. Arrests for
January numbered 95 with 35 of those being liquor laws, and 22 being
traffic arrests. Chief Hanlon continued that Officer Seipel is presently
carrying a 97 average at the academy, Terry Judy is scheduled to attend the
academy in July, and Terry Eastham is now at Toxicology School. C. Roach
asked if the Chief intends to send an officer to photography school. Chief
Hanlon noted that there are presently no vacancies in the program. C.
Rokicki asked about abandoned vehicles. Chief. Hanlon responded that being
four men short and the muddy ground conditions have temporarily curtailed
towing procedures, however efforts will continue as soon as possible.
Mr. Jim Wright delivered a statistical report which included but is
not limited to the purchase of 11.8 tons of stone, 18 tons of cold mix;
rocked and graded 9 alleys; installed 20 new street signs, 1.6 other signs;
removed 28 parking meter posts; installed 65 feet of storm sewer pipe on
Gillespie; and picked up 8 dogs. Mr. Wright indicated that Paradise Lane
street sign has been replaced 32 times in 8 years. Mr. Wright also noted
that he would be attending an equipment management school on Thursday.
Mr. Leon Phillips reported 41,164,000 gallons of water pumped in
January. Also repaired 5 leaks, 2 fire hydrants; installed 2 new services,
reran 2 services, tested 134 meters, changed 18 meters, rebuilt 98 meters.
Mrs. Charlene Nichols reported January flow of 1.3 MGD, with 25 sewer
• calls made and 5725 feet of line cleaned. Mrs. Nichols continued that
pumps have been ordered for the Heartland station and the Greencastle
Manufacturing station. She noted to Council that the sewage plant will be
experiencing more maintenance costs due to the age of the facility.
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In the Legal Department report Mr. Wilson noted that a partial summary
judgement in regards to punitive damages in the Mary Dean v. the City of
• Greencastle has been delivered, continuing that compensatory damages are
covered by the City's insurance policy, thereby eliminating exposure. In
regards to the Coyner case the time period for filing the record of
proceeding has expired and Mr. wilson noted he would be filing a motion for
summary affirmance. Mr. Wilson continued that $250.00 has been received in
settlement of the copper wire case. As reported in the Board of Works
minutes, the sewer back -up claims against the city were paid by the Sewage
Department clue to the extenuating circumstance of the welded manhole. Mr.
Wilson noted that work is continuing on the new subdivision ordinance. As
a final note Mr. Wilson announced the resignation of Ms. Karen Cook as
Planning /Zoning attorney effective March 1, 1989. . Mayor Harmless included
that Ms. Cook cited time with her family and private practice time
requirements as reasons for resignation.
During public petitions Dr. Wayne Lewis requested that the bus loading
zone by Jones School on the east side of Madison Street be painted to
indicate such.
Ordinance 1989 -1 An Ordinance Amending Ordinance 1988 -12 Being the
1989 Salary Ordinance for the City of Greencastle was presented to Council
and was read by title only by Mayor Harmless. C. Murray then moved to
approve Ordinance 1989 -1 on second reading as presented. 'this motion was
seconded by C. Sedl.ack and was carried by an aye unanimous vote. Mayor
Harmless declared Ordinance 1989 -1 to have been passed and adopted.
Ordinance 1989 -2 An Ordinance to Amend the City of Greencastle Code by
Amending Chapter 845 regulating the construction, alteration, repair,
location and use of buildings and structures in the City of Greencastle,
Indiana; incorporating by reference building rules, codes and standards
required to be enforced under IC 36- 7 -2 -9; providing for the issuance of
permits; providing penalties for violations; and repealing all ordinances
and parts of ordinances in conflict therewith was presented to Council. and
• read by title only by Mayor Harmless. C. Rokicki then moved to approve
Ordinance 1989 -2 on second reading as presented. This motion was seconded
by C. Roach and was carried by an aye unanimous vote. Mayor Harmless
declared Ordinance 1989 -2 to have been passed and adopted.
C. Rokicki asked that the annexation discussion be moved to item one
under new business to accomodate public input. Mayor Harmless explained
the annexation procedure. Mr. Jim Frazell reported to Council the areas of
investigation for annexation. Ile noted that his primary task was to assign
prelimary cost estimates for providing services to those areas. The
following was included in his report:
Area I - Northwest, 40% contiguous to existing city boundaries,
estimated initial and future costs $1,719,000.00.
Area II - Northeast, 55% contiguous to existing city boundaries,
estimated initial and future costs $1,020,000.00.
Area III - Fast, 69% contiguous to existing city boundaries,
estimated initial and future costs •$520,000.00.
Area IV - South, 44% contiguous to existing city boundaries,
estimated initial and future costs $2,345,000.00.
Mr. Frazell also noted that the Area IV cost estimate included the
southside interceptor. Ile continued that improvements to the Wastewater
Treatment Plant withi.n 3 to 5 years of annexation is estimated at
$1,300,000.00.
Mr. Gerald Stewart from the audience noted that the proposed
annexation line runs through his 80 acres on the west side of Area I, and
asked why the city does not intend to follow the road. Mr. Frazell
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explained that using the center line of a road causes jurisdictional
problems with maintenance and law enforcement issues.
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• C. Murray asked about the intent to apply for a DOC grant to assist in
the construction of sewers. Mr. Fr.azell responded that he has met with the
DOC and intends to file a pre - application in March. Mayor Harmless noted
that the County Sanitarian has expressed concern about several areas with
septic system problems and that there have been citizens requesting
annexation to be able to hook onto the City's sewage system. C. Murray
asked what percentage of increase the proposed areas represent. Mr.
Prazell noted a possi.bte 70% geographical increase, and a 20% population
increase. Mayor Harmless announced that financing would be addressed in
detail at future meetings.
Mayor Harmless read a letter from Brian Neff requesting permission to
close Hanna Street between Locust and College on Tuesday, April 18, 1989
and Friday, April 21, 1989 from 3:30 pm to 6:00 pm for DeI'auw Little 500.
C. Roki.cki. moved to approve the request as presented. This motion was
seconded by C. Murray and was carried by an aye unanimous vote.
The Clerk - Treasurer presented to Council a request to move the
approval of claims to the jurisdiction of the Board of Works. Pursuant to
Chapter 205 -15 of the Greencastle City Code, subject to the appropriation
power of the Common Council, the executive branch has the authority to
purchase materials or contract for services necessary to perform their
public functions. The Clerk- Treasurer noted that registers of claims would
be made available to Council at any time and the monthly treasurer's report
would itemize expenditures in each fund, emphasizing that all expenditures
must be appropriated by Council at the time of budget approval. After
continued discussion, C. Roach moved to approve the request as presented.
This motion was seconded by C. Sedlack and was carried by an aye unanimous
vote.
Ordinance 1989 -3 An Ordinance Establishing a Cable Television Public
• Access Programming Gift Fund for the City of Greencastle was presented to
Council and read in its entirety by Mayor Harmless. Mayor Harmless
delivered an update of Channel 19 programming. C. Murray then moved to
approve Ordinance 1989 -3 as presented on first reading. This motion was
seconded by C. Roach and was carried by an aye unanimous vote. Mayor
Harmless declared Ordinance 1989 -3 to have been passed on first reading.
Ordinance 1989 -4 An Ordinance Establishing a Fire Prevention Gift Fund
for the City of Greencastle was presented to Council and was read in its
entirety by Mayor Harmless. C. Murray then moved to approve Ordinance
1989 -4 as presented on first reading. This motion was seconded by C.
Sedlack and was carried by an aye unanimous vote. Mayor Harmless declared
Ordinance 1989 -4 to have been passed on first reading.
Ordinance 1989 -5 An Ordinance Establishing a Payroll Fund for the City
of Greencastle was presented to Council and was read in its entirety by
Mayor harmless. C. Murray then moved to approve Ordinance 1989 -5 as
presented on first reading. This motion was seconded by C. Roach and was
carried by an aye unanimous vote.
Resolution 1989 -4 A Resolution Dissolving the Bond Fund for "Funding
Bonds of 1987" (Sparks Judgement) was presented to Council and was read in
its entirety by Mr. Wilson. After discussion, C. Rokicki moved to approve
Resolution 1989 -4 as presented. This motion was seconded by C. Roach and
was carried by an aye unanimous roll. call vote. Mayor Harmless declared
Resolution 1989 -4 to have been passed.
Resolution 1989 -5 A Resolution Dissolving the Bond Fund for "Parking
Sinking Fund -- Project 1966" was presented to Council and was read in its
entirety by Mr. Wilson. After discussion, C. Sedlack moved to approve
Resolution 1989 -5 as presented. This motion was seconded by C. Murray and
was carried by an aye unanimous roll call vote.
• The annual report from Mr. Tom Hunt of TCI of Indiana was distributed
to Council for their review as per the franchise agreement.
C. Sedlack commented on the need to address enforcement of the Unsafe
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