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HomeMy Public PortalAbout8/10/2004City o f Greencastle City Ball One north Locust Street, P.O. Box 607 Greencastle, Indiana 46135 765- 653 -3100 Greencastle Common Council Minutes August 10, 2004 7:00 I'M Greencastle City Hall L Call to order; Roll Call A. All present II. Public Petitions and Comments A. None 1II. Department Reports A. Cemetery — Randy Robinson B. City Engineer — Glen Morrow 1. Reported on progress of Westside Project and parking lot paving 2. Rose Hulnlan Senior Design Projects C. Fire Department— Bill Newgent I. Nclvgent shared recognition of FOFD in National Magazine 2. End of September will be finished with inspections 3. Runs up due to storm damage and assistance to street department 4. Bob Sedlack asked that Safety Inspector report include name and date D. Park and Recreation — Rod Weinschcnk L First summer to takeover wonnen's softball —success fu I season 2. Clean up day on Saturday at Big Walnut Sports Park and Sunday with Phoenix Rehabilitation Group 3. Bob Sedlack stated Skate Park still having issues; concern about bicycles in Skate Park causing problems, do other parks regulate times for different equipment? Rod stated he has not seen this in other parks. Rod shared that due to problems lvith trash and complaints about profanity he is posting a sign (enclosed) at Skate Park. Bob Sedlack shared that one of his constituents suggested that we have an ordinance regarding where skateboarding is allowed. E. Planner— LisaVonTress 1. Not present F. Police Department — Ton Sutherlin 1. Brian Hopkins reporting for Tom Sutherlin 2. Councilor Bob Sedlack shared his concern regarding Tazer Guns and caution in using then. He shared an article from the New York Tinnes regarding use of Tazer Guns. G. Street Department— Paul Wilson 1. Paul Wilson discussed thoughts on new street signs. 2. Councilor Bob Sedlack stated he appreciated the report on costs related to stone damage clean up. Mayor Michael stated that council would see an additional appropriation next month for cost of additional clean up by outside contractor. 3. Paul Wilson shared that he is working with Kim Hyten For federal relief for these costs. H. WWTP — Mike Neese 1. Working on I & I reduction plan. Using camera to look at lines, etc. ® 2. Mayor Michael shared that August 19 °i we are hosting a Mayor's Round Table discussion on Sewer Expansions, I & I Reduction and Sewer Financing. Lunch and a tour of the WWTP will top off the day. I. Water— TerryDale 1. 'ferry Dale reported finishing up training. 2. Also new hydrant on Wcstside Project. J. Attorney — Laurie R. Hardwick 1. Attended a Parking Enforcement Workshop /Conference 2. Draft is ready to be presented to Council, asked for comments prior to next meeting. Will present at next Council meeting for first reading. IV. Councilor Reports A. Tom Roach I. Ti ec Board meeting scheduled for August 11, 2004 B. John Lanie L No report C. Mark Hammer I. No report D. Bob Sedlack 1. May and June Chamber of Commerce talked and formed a new committee that will work closer with County and City, Greg Bennington is chairing this committee. 2. Received complaint regarding graffiti on Walnut Street; bought can of spray ® paint and took care of it. E. Russ Evans 1. New tenant in Opera House 2. New lights for Courthouse tree pit areas 3. DePauw back on 24th V. Approval of Minutes A. June 4 1. Bob Sedlack corrections as noted B. June 8 L Bob Sedlack corrections as noted 2. Item H, Ordinance 2004 -12 correct Mark Hammer as representative to Planning Commission, Item H, iv strike last sentence. C. June 21 1. Bob Sedlack corrections as noted D. July 8 E. July 13 1. Bob Sedlack additional information as noted F. July 26 G. Bob Sedlack motion to approve all minutes submitted with corrections, Mark Hammer second, unanimous approval VI. General Business A. Approval of City Claims 1. Mark Hannner motion, John Lanic second, unanimous approval B. Clerk Treasurer's Report L Cash Flow Report presented for June and July 2. Report on Budget a) Public Hearing set for September 2 and final adoption set for ® September 14. C. Street Closures I. Main Street Greencastle /DePanw University Freshman a) Orientation to Downtown Greencastle (1) Mike Drees present representing this request for August 24` (2) Motion by Tom Roach, Russ Evans second, unanimous approval. D. Request by Mane Attractions to Eliminate a Parking Space 1. Tom Roach motion to Tabled, second by Russ Evans unanimous approval E. Putnam County Library Budget 1. Alice Greenburg present is representing the Library Board as required by SBI to be approved by governing body. a) Bob Sedlack motion to approve, Tom Roach second to approve library board budget as presented, 4 yeas, I abstention- Mark Hammer. F. Ordinance No. 2004 -17 — 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 2005, Second Reading. 1. Mark Hammer motion to adopt with removal of entry-level amount for City Planner, John Lanie second, unanimous approval. G. Ordinance No. 2004 -18 1. Tom Roach motion to tabled for now to be presented at a later date, Russ Evans second, unanimous approval ® ff. Ordinance No. 2004 -20 First Reading 1. The fees apply to Banner Graphic Lot and all other City Lots. 2. Laurie R Hardwick stated a change would be reflected in second reading to indicate fees to be paid to Police Department, not Clerk Treasurer. 3. Tom Roach stated there should be no preset list of those wanting spaces until after second reading of this ordinance. 4. Motion by Mark Hammer, second by "fom Roach unanimous approval 1. Ordinance No. 2004 -21 First Reading 1. Tom Roach motion with Correction to ordinance to read (4) spaces, John Lanie second, unanimous approval J. Ordinance No. 2004 -22 First Reading I. Tom Roach motion with correction to read Walnut Street Municipal Parking Lot, Russ Evans second, unanimous approval K. Resolution No. 2004 -27 1. Bill Dory present with representatives from Heartland Automotive making this request. 2. Tom Roach motion to waive reading, Russ Evans second, unanimous approval. 3. Tom Roach with great thanks, pleased to make a motion to approve, Bob Sedlack second, unanimous approval. L. Resolution No. 2004 -28 M. 1. Tom Roach motion to table, John Lanic second unanimous approval. Discussion Regarding Funding for the Away Home Big Walnut and I. Away Home Shelter a) Debbie Zigler representing Away Home's request. Bob Sedlack asked what fundraiser's or effort to raise funds being done. Debbie Zigler ® shared many different events that have raised S4500 since last year. United Way funding increased, donor base increased. "Township trustee funding is different between trustees. Debbic Zigler shared that there will be an Open House Sunday August 15, 2004. b) Mayor Michael shared that we are in a position to help again in 2005, however, we cannot guarantee further funding. c) Bob Sedlack stated he feels strongly that EDIT funds should be used to support of the Away I Tome. 2. Qia Walnut Sports Park a) Rod Weinschenk representing BWSP request. b) Russ Evans asked if still hitting a dead end with County. c) Mark Hammer shared that he feels helping the t3WSP is an important part of EDIT. 3. Mayor Michael asked for direction fronn Council on these projects. Mark I- lammcr stated supports funding these two organizations with same amounts as last year, noting that it would be helpful if County could contribute, John Lanie and Tom Roach agree with Mark Hammer. It was determined with unanimous consensus to include all request same as last year, including Main Street Funding. N. Discussion Rcgarcling Funding for People Pathway's Phase IV; Health Link 1. Mayor Michael updated council on CACFID and Council offered funding from CACFID on pay back basis. Efforts successful. Still need $125,000 from City and other possible donors. Funding will be available from CCI fund and do when final donors and dollar amounts are realized, a figure will be presented to council. 2. Mark Hammer voiced Concern that we are becoming too involved in the projects of People Pathways. a) Leslie Hanson and Rod Weinschenk shared updated information on People Pathways Phase's progress. O. Tom Roach shared that he has been approached by City Employees regarding second hand smoke in city buildings, vehicles, etc. He feels it is time to address. Put this on the agenda. 1. Laurie R. I lardwick stated we do not have to have a resolution, this can be a policy. 2. Discussion regarding what would be tobacco free. Designate a smoking area outside. 3. Resolution will be presented at next meeting scheduled for September 2, 2004. VII. Adjournment A. Bob Sedlack motion, Russ EVanS second to adjourn at 10:03 p.m. 0 a j" Nancy A. hael, Mayor ATTEST: Teresa P. Glenn, Clerk Treasurer