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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
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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.
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Nancy A. hael, Mayor
ATTEST:
Teresa P. Glenn, Clerk Treasurer