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HomeMy Public PortalAbout08-15-2011PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RICHMOND, INDIANA, AUGUST 15, 2011 The Common Council of the City of Richmond, Indiana met in regular session August 15, 2011 in the Council Chambers in said City. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE PRAYER BY COUNCILOR QUINN President Pappin called the meeting to order and the following business was conducted: ROLL CALL Councilors present were Howard "Jack' Elstro, Kelley Cruse - Nicholson, Bruce Wissel, Clay Miller, Bing Welch, Larry Parker, Robert Goodwin, Diana Pappin and Phil Quinn. Also present were: Sarah "Sally " Hutton, Mayor, Karen Chasteen, City Clerk; Wait Chidester, City Attorney; Kim Vessels, Assistant City Attomey; Jerry Purcell, Richmond Fire Department Battalion Chief; Steve Saum, General Manager of RPBL; Sue Roberson, Human Resources Director; Gus Duke, RPBL; Chris Hardie; Dr. and Mrs. Ron Oler, Mike Bennett; representatives of various Veteran's organizations; Misty Hollis; Tony Foster, Director of the Department of Metropolitan Development; Richard Jeffers; Amy Reese; Cory Baker, Tammy Glenn, City Controller, Mike Crawley, Fire Chief; members of the Devilettes and Richmond High School Marching Band; Terry Betner, Band Director, Nathan Rigsby; Terri Runnels; Andi Rodal; Rae Woolpy, RHS Principal; Dr. Allan Bourf, Richmond Community Schools Superintendent; Denise Barkdull, Ice Miller, Bond Counsel for Perpetual Recycling and Dave Dorsten. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Ms. Cruse - Nicholson moved to approve the minutes of the meeting of August 1, 2011, supported by Mr. Miller. Upon a vote viva voce, the motion passed. PRESENTATIONS, MEMORIALS OR REMONSTRANCES, PETITIONS AND INTRODUCTIONS, MOTIONS, RESOLUTIONS • RESOLUTION NO. 7 -2011— A RESOLUTION OF RICHMOND COMMON COUNCIL EXTENDING CONGRATULATIONS TO THE RICHMOND MARCHING RED DEVILS WHEREAS, the Richmond Marching Red Devils, after hours of hard work, diligence, and practice, and display of commendable competitive drive, achieved second place honors at the Indiana State Fair Band Day Competition; and WHEREAS, the Mayor and the Common Council of the City of Richmond, as a reflection of community support as well as support of the Mayor and the members of Common Council, applaud the dedication of the Richmond Marching Red Devils for their accomplishments; and WHEREAS, the Mayor and the Common Council of the City of Richmond believe it is in the best interests of the members of the Richmond Marching Red Devils, as well as the parents, band aids, staff, and boosters to extend enthusiastic acclamations toward these dedicated young individuals for their achievement; and WHEREAS, the Mayor and the Common Council of the City of Richmond encourage the Richmond Community to continue to show its support for the Richmond Marching Red Devils. Common Counc# Minutes August 15, 2011 Page 2 of 6 NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and the Common Council of the City of Richmond that the Mayor and the Common Council extend congratulations to the Richmond Marching Red Devils and commend them for their achievement of second place honors at the Indiana State Fair Band Day Competition. Upon a vote viva voce, the Resolution No. 7 -2011 was adopted. COMMUNICATION FROM THE MAYOR • Thank you to all Departments for their efforts during the recent harsh weather REPORT FROM BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS AND SAFETY Minutes of the July 28 and August 4, 2011, meetings were accepted as presented. Note that Trick or Treat will be Monday, October 31, 2011. REPORTS FROM DEPARTMENT HEADS, STANDING COMMITTEES, SPECIAL COMMITTEES and/or ORGANIZATIONS None MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS • Gary Franklin, representing various Veteran's organizations, voiced concerns relative to INDOT attempting to begin construction of a trail project at the Veteran's Park site on the eve of a major event to Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans August 24 -28. With intervention from the Mayor and Department of Metropolitan Development, the project has been postponed until September 2. The Park Department is assisting with cleanup to prepare for the event. There was also concern regarding bills received for electric service to the site. Representatives of Richmond Power and Light will be meeting with the group to develop a solution to this situation. ORDINANCES ON FIRST READING Mr. Elstro moved to suspend the rules and read Ordinance Nos. 34, 44, 45, 46 & 49 -2011 on first reading by title only, supported by Mr. Parker. Upon a vote viva voce, the motion passed. ORDINANCE NO. 34-2011 — ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 47-2010 The Clerk read Ordinance No. 34 -2011 on first reading by title only. Presented by Mr. Chidester and Ms. Barkdull, this Ordinance would amend Ordinance No. 47 -2010 as follows: Section I. The Ordinance shall be amended to increase the maximum aggregate principal amount of the Bonds to be issued to an amount not to exceed $34, 000, 000 at a maximum interest rate of fourteen percent (14 %) and to permit the Bonds to be sold wits► a premium or discount of up to three percent (3 %). Section 2. The Ordinance shall be further amended to change the name of the Bonds hvm "City of Richmond, Indiana Economic Development Revenue Bonds, Series 2010 (Perpetual Recycling Project)* to "City of Richmond, Indiana Economic Development Revenue Bonds, Series 2011 (Perpetual Recycling Project)" (to be completed with the proper senses designation or taxable status). Common Council Minutes August 15, 2011 Page 3 of 6 Mr. vessel moved to advance Ordinance No. 34 -2011 to second reading and to suspend the rules and read by title only, supported by Mr. Miller. Upon a vote viva voce, the motion passed. The Clerk read Ordinance No. 34 -2011 on second reading by title only. Council President Pappin declared Ordinance No. 34 -2011 on second reading and public hearing. There being no comments for or against the Ordinance, Ms. Cruse - Nicholson moved for engrossment of Ordinance No. 342011, supported by Mr. Elstro. Upon a vote viva voce, the motion passed. Mr. Welch moved to advance Ordinance No. 342011 to third and final reading and suspend the rules and read by title only, supported by Mr. Parker. Upon a vote viva voce, the motion passed. The Cleric read Ordinance No. 342011 on third reading by title only. Ordinance No. 342011 was adopted with a 9-0 roil call vote. ORDINANCE NO. 44-2011 — AN APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 30- 2010 KNOWN AS THE 2011 SALARY ORDINANCE The Clerk read Ordinance No. 442011 on first reading by title only. Presented by Ms. Roberson, this Ordinance would amend the Civilian Salaries in the 2011 Budget as follows: Parks and Recreation: AelW&96h&§ve AsGWN# Adminisbative Assistant MaWanaiqw Tedv"w 1(24 $ 7- 42 $ 978.42 Maintenance Technician 1(5) $1,302-4 $1,329.60 Maintenance Crew Laborer (3) $1,037.60 • Police Departrnent. Community Policing Coordinator $ 865.35 Fire Department. Deputy Chief of EMS PFOVORNOR SpeoWisft $1,823.28 $1,67-&4 (24 Prevention Specialist $1,678.47 Department of Public Works and Engineering: Zmardt Row Transit Bus Driver (15) V, V& $1,105.17 Mr. Miller moved to amend Ordinance No. 44 -2011 by striking the position of Deputy Chief of EMS, supported by Mr. vessel. The motion failed with a 45 roll call vote. Dissenting were Councilors Elstro, Cruse- Nicholson, Welch, Goodwin and Quinn. Mr. Welch moved to advance Ordinance No. 442011 to second reading and to suspend the rules and read by title only, supported by Ms. Cruse - Nicholson. Upon a vote viva voce, the motion passed. Common Councy Minutes August 15, 2011 Page 4 of 5 The Clerk read Ordinance No. 442011 on second reading by title only. Council President Pappin declared Ordinance No. 44 -2011 on second reading and public hearing. There being no comments for or against the Ordinance, Mr. Elstro moved for engrossment of Ordinance No. 44- 2011, supported by Mr. Welch. Upon a vote viva voce, the motion passed. Mr. Elstro moved to advance Ordinance No. 442011 to third and final reading and suspend the rules and read by title only, supported by Mr. Parker. Upon a vote viva voce, the motion passed. The Clerk read Ordinance No. 442011 on third reading by title only. Ordinance No. 442011 was adopted with a 6-3 roll call vote. Dissenting were Councilors Miller, Wissel and Pappin. ORDINANCE NO. 46-2011 -AN APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2011 BUDGET The Clerk read Ordinance No. 442011 on first reading by title only. Presented by Mr. Foster, this Ordinance would amend the 2011 Budget as follows: General fund — Mebropolitan Development. 1 Delete $3,5W 00 from Part Time Salaries 2. Add $500.00 to Legal Publications 3. Add $3, 000.00 to Repair and Mainf. - Vehicles Mr. Miller moved to advance Ordinance No. 45 -2011 to second reading and to suspend the rules and read by title only, supported by Mr. Welch. Upon a vote viva voce, the motion passed. The Cleric read Ordinance No. 45 -2011 on second reading by title only. Council President Pappin declared Ordinance No. 45 -2011 on second reading and public hearing. There being no comments for or against the Ordinance, Mr. Wissel moved for engrossment of Ordinance No. 45 -2011, supported by Mr. Miller. Upon a vote viva voce, the motion passed. Mr. Welch moved to advance Ordinance No. 45 -2011 to third and final reading and suspend the rules and read by title only, supported by Mr. Parker. Upon a vote viva voce, the motion passed. The Cleric read Ordinance No. 45 -2011 on third reading by title only. Ordinance No. 45 -2011 was adopted with a 9-0 roll call vote. ORDINANCE NO. 46 -2011 — AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RICHMOND, INDIANA APPOINTING APPRAISORS TO APPRAISE THE VALUE OF RICHMOND POWER & LIGHT WHITEWATER VALLEY TURBINE #1 AND 02 ALONG WITH ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT AND LEASED PROPERTY The Cleric read Ordinance No. 46 -2011 on first reading by title only. Presented by Mr. Saum, this Ordinance would authorize Common Council to appoint three appraisers to appraise the value of Richmond Power and Light Turbine Generating Equipment and the Leased Property. Common Councl Minutes August 15, 2011 Page 5 of 6 Mr. Parker moved to advance Ordinance No. 46 -2011 to second reading and to suspend the rules and read by title only, supported by Mr. Miller. Upon a vote viva voce, the motion passed. The Clerk read Ordinance No. 46 -2011 on second reading by title only. Council President Pappin declared Ordinance No. 46 -2011 on second reading and public hearing. There being no comments for or against the Ordinance, Mr. Elstro moved for engrossment of Ordinance No. 46- 2011, supported by Mr. Parker. Upon a vote viva voce, the motion passed. Mr. Welch moved to advance Ordinance No. 46 -2011 to third and final reading and suspend the rules and read by title only, supported by Mr. Miller. Upon a vote viva voce, the motion passed. The Clerk read Ordinance No. 46 -2011 on third reading by title only. Ordinance No. 46 -2011 was adopted with a 9-0 roll call vote. ORDINANCE NO. 49 -2011 — AN ORDINANCE TO APPROVE AND ADOPT THE NEIGHBORHOOD STABILIZATION PROGRAM (NSP) REAL ESTATE DISPOSITION PROCEDURES FOR REAL ESTATE LOCATED IN NSP AREA (VAILE NEIGHBORHOOD) RICHMOND, INDIANA The Clerk read Ordinance No. 49 -2011 on first reading by We only. Presented by Mr. Foster and Ms. Vessels, this Ordinance would allow the City to adhere to the NSP guidelines during the sale of the NSP -1 and NSP -3 properties and would allow the Board of Public Works to conduct the required public hearings. Mr. Miller moved to advance Ordinance No. 49 -2011 to second reading and to suspend the rules and read by title only, supported by Ms. Cruse - Nicholson. Upon a vote viva voce, the motion passed. The Clerk read Ordinance No. 49 -2011 on second reading by title only. Council President Pappin declared Ordinance No. 49-2011 on second reading and public hearing. There being no comments for or against the Ordinance, Mr. Parker moved for engrossment of Ordinance No. 49 -2011, supported by Mr. Welch. Upon a vote viva voce, the motion passed. Mr. Welch moved to advance Ordinance No. 49 -2011 to third and final reading and suspend the rules and read by title only, supported by Mr. Miller. Upon a vote viva voce, the motion passed. The Clerk read Ordinance No. 49 -2011 on third reading by title only. Ordinance No. 49 -2011 was adopted with a 9-0 roll call vote. ORDINANCES ON SECOND READING ORDINANCE NO 42 -2011 — A SPECIAL ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE APPROVAL OF A STATEMENT OF BENEFITS FOR A PROPERTY OWNER APPLYING FOR DEDUCTIONS UNDER I.C.6 -1.1 -12.1 (J. M. Hutton & Co., Inc. — Equipment) The Cleric read Ordinance No. 42 -2011 on second reading by title only. This Ordinance is a request of J.M. Hutton & Co., Inc. for a ten -year tax abatement on equipment valued at $403,284.00. The Tax Abatement Committee recommended approval. Council President Pappin declared Ordinance No. 42 -2011 on second reading and public hearing. There being no comments for or against the Ordinance, Mr. Elstro moved for engrossment of Ordinance No. 42- 2011, supported by Ms. Cruse - Nicholson. Upon a vote viva voce, the motion passed. Common Council Minutes August 15, 2011 Page 6 of 6 Mr. Elstro moved to advance Ordinance No. 42 -2011 to third and final reading and suspend the rules and read by title only, supported by Mr. Miller. Upon a vote viva voce, the motion passed. The Clerk read Ordinance No. 42 -2011 on third reading by title only. Ordinance No. 42 -2011 was adopted with a 9 -0 roll call vote. ORDINANCE NO. 43 -2011 — A SPECIAL ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE APPROVAL OF A STATEMENT OF BENEFITS FOR A PROPERTY OWNER APPLYING FOR DEDUCTIONS UNDER I.C. 6-1.1 -12.1 (Vandor —Equipment) The Clerk read Ordinance No. 43 -2011 on second reading by title only. This Ordinance is a petition of Vandor Corporation for a ten -year tax abatement on equipment valued at $2,043,100.00. The Tax Abatement Committee recommended approval. Council President Pappin declared Ordinance No. 43 -2011 on second reading and public hearing. There being no comments for or against the Ordinance, Mr. Elstro moved for engrossment of Ordinance No. 43- 2011, supported by Ms. Cruse - Nicholson. Upon a vote viva voce, the motion passed. Mr. Elstro moved to advance Ordinance No. 43 -2011 to third and final reading and suspend the rules and read by title only, supported by Mr. Miller. Upon a vote viva voce, the motion passed. The Cleric read Ordinance No. 43 -2011 on third reading by title only. Ordinance No. 43 -2011 was adopted with a 9-0 roll call vote. ORDINANCES ON THIRD READING None CALL FOR ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, on a motion duly made, seconded and passed, the meeting was adjourned. Diana Pappin, P side ATTEST Karen Chasteen, IAMC, MMC City Cleric A recording of this meeting is on file in the City Clerk's Office.