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III. Public Petitions and Comments
A. Robert Albright asked to speak regarding Water Rates and effect on the
community, especially the members of our community on fixed incomes.
Asking why this increase is necessary. Mayor Michael stated the Water Rate
discussion item F was mistakenly put on the agenda however Mr Albright's
Greencastle Common Council Minutes
Regular Session
Call to Order; Roll Call
A. Nancy A. Michael called meeting to order at 7:05 P.M.
B. Deputy Clerk Treasurer Pam Pierce found all councilors to be present.
May 9, 2006
7:00 P.M.
Greencastle City Hall
Public Hearing — Resolution 2006 -5 — A Resolution Authorizing Additional
Appropriations to the Annual Budget
A. Mayor Nancy A. Michael opened the public hearing at 7:06 P.M., no questions
or comments so public hearing was closed at 7:10 P.M.
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comments were received and will be considered for future discussion.
Discussion.
IV. Special Requests
A. None
V. Approval of Minutes
A. Joint Session — April 5, 2006
1. Motion by Bob Sedlack, second
B. Regular Meeting — April 11, 2006
1. Motion by Bob Sedlack, second
unanimous approval.
C. Joint Session — April 26, 2006
1. Motion by Bob Sedlack, second
Teresa P. Glenn
Clerk Treasurer
by John Lanie, unanimous approval.
by John Lanie, Mark Hammer abstained,
by Russ Evans, unanimous approval.
VI. Approval of City Claims
A. Motion by Mark Hammer, second by John Lanie, unanimous approval.
VII. Old Business
A. School Board Appointment
1. Council thanked both candidates for their interest and commitment to
community.
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2. Motion by Tom Roach, second by John Lanie, to appoint Monica Fennell
to Greencastle Community School Board of Trustees.
® 3. Council thanked Barbara Bryan for her commitment and dedication
serving for eight years as the City Council's appointment. Council
continued by wishing Ms. Fennell success as the new appointee to the
Greencastle Community School Board of Trustees.
VIII. New Business
A. Ordinance 2006 -2 — An Ordinance Establishing Parking Regulations During
Street Sweeping Operations, First Reading
1. Councilor Tom Roach and John Lanie directed Paul Wilson, Street
Commissioner to notify all parties affected by this new cleaning schedule.
Motion by Tom Roach, second by John Lanie to approve this on first
reading, unanimous approval.
B. Resolution 2006 -5 — A Resolution Authorizing Additional Appropriations to the
Annual Budget
1. Nancy A. Michael reviewed this request. Motion by Tom Roach, second
by John Lanie, unanimous approval.
C. Resolution 2006 -6 — A Resolution Funding Greencastle Development Center
1. Bill Dory presented packet to council and discussed this request. Motion
by John Lanie, second by Mark Hammer, unanimous approval.
D. Resolution 2006 -7 — A Resolution Declaring official intent to purchase property
for Eastside Waterworks Project.
1. Motion by Mark Hammer, second by Tom Roach, unanimous approval.
O E. Resolution 2006 -8 — A Resolution Declaring an Economic Revitalization Area
at Enterprise Park II Capital Drive Site.
1. Bill Dory explained the favor of additional development. After
discussion, motion by Tom Roach, second by Russ Evans, to approve
this Resolution, unanimous approval.
F. Water Rates
1. Nancy A. Michael stated further discussion at next council meeting.
G. ADA Transitional Plan
1. Motion by Mark Hammer, second by John Lanie, to table for discussion
at next regular council meeting.
IX. Department Reports
A.
Cemetery — Ernie Phillips
B.
City Engineer — Glen Morrow
C.
Fire Department — Bill Newgent
D.
Park and Recreation — Rod Weinschenk
E.
Planner — Shannon Norman
F.
Police Department — Tom Sutherlin
G.
Street Department — Paul Wilson
H.
Wastewater Department — Mike Neese
I.
Water Works — Terry Dale
J.
City Attorney - Laurie Robertson Hardwick
® X. Reports
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A. Mayor's Report
1. Nothing additional to report
® B. Clerk- Treasurer's Report
1. None
C. Council
1. Bob Sedlack shared the Rokicki scholarship will be awarded.
2. Tom Roach congratulated Greencastle High School on winning the State
Academic Competition award. He also discussed Relay for Life
fireworks that were set off without permission from this council; this must
be addressed in any future events. I addition he had questions for Greg
Stephan regarding Broadreach agreement for council meeting broadcast.
3. Mark Hammer made a statement to second ward constituents
concerning his absence from Council meetings. He had his absence
cleared with the Mayor. He was available to be reached at his office or
by phone anytime.
4. Russ Evans shared Wal -Mart Distribution now has 900 employees with
the new construction. He also will keep the council updated on insight
safety.
XI. Adjournment
A. Meeting was adjourned by Mayor Nancy A. Michael.
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