REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
Thursday, March 5, 2020

The regular meeting of the Corydon City Council was called to order by Mayor Pro-Tem Nathan Bennett. Present were council members Christian, Holmes, Rodgers and Rupe. Others in attendance were Deputy Clerk in Training Eva Moore, Jen Reed from the Times-Republican, City Crew Lead Brandon Trower, Dan Sales with Cook Insurance, Brian Draper with the Corydon Golf Club, Alyssa Harders with Summer on the Square/Corydon Farmer’s Market and Cassie Shields from the Flower Pot.

Dan Sales presented the council with the renewal for property/casualty/liability insurance for 20/21, and stated that a premium increase has occurred and also explained changes to the policy this year. The city received a dividend check for $5516.49.

Brian Draper addressed the council regarding the Corydon Golf Club. There will be a 100th year celebration coming up with more details to follow. Further discussion included repairs to equipment as well as a general update on the golf club. The golf club is up to approximately 80 members which is better than some surrounding areas.

Alyssa Harders addressed the council regarding Summer on the Square and the Corydon Farmers’ Market. Tierra Shields will be helping this year. Their series this year will run for 8 weeks and the Farmers’ Market will also run on Saturday mornings during August, September and October.

Cassie Shields from the Flower Pot addressed the council about opening a fireworks stand. She has already received approval from the owner of Bowling Green Lanes to put a tent in their parking lot. Council advised that the ordinance needs to be reviewed and a discussed before a decision could be made on her request.
Rodgers made the motion to approve Resolution 2020-08, a resolution to set a public hearing on April 22 at 7 pm, to review an application for a SRF loan regarding the SAGR system. Christian seconded. Ayes-Christian, Bennett, Rodgers, Holmes, Rupe. Nays-none.

Holmes made the motion to approve Resolution 2020-09, a resolution to remove Ann Stevens from the Corydon State Bank account. Rupe seconded. Ayes-Christian, Bennett, Rodgers, Holmes, Rupe. Nays-none.

Holmes made the motion to approve Resolution 2020-10, a resolution to add Eva Moore as authorized user on MasterCard account. Christian seconded. Ayes-Christian, Bennett, Rodgers, Holmes, Rupe. Nays-none.

Rodgers made the motion to approve Resolution 2020-11, a resolution scheduling a public hearing on April 22 at 7 pm regarding nuisance abatement at 211 W North St. Rupe seconded. Ayes-Christian, Bennett, Holmes, Rupe, Rodgers. Nays-none.
Rodgers made the motion to approve Resolution 2020-12, a resolution to reschedule the public hearing for the preliminary 20/21 budget for March 25th at 7 pm. Rupe seconded. Ayes-Christian, Bennett, Holmes, Rupe, Rodgers. Nays-none.

The owners of 108 N Franklin requested to place a roll off in front of their building while they overhaul apartments. The council decided to allow a roll off to be placed on the north side of the building so as not to take up parking. They also stipulated that it must be covered at night and discuss a time line.

Council considered Wayne County Foundation Grant support for Susan Moore for baseball dugouts and Lisa Skinner for the Dog Park. Rodgers made the motion for city to be fiscally responsible. Rupe seconded. Ayes-Christian, Bennett, Holmes, Rupe, Rodgers. Nays-none.

Holmes made the motion to send Eva Moore-Deputing Clerk in Training to local grant writing workshop on March 24. Christian seconded. Ayes-Christian, Bennett, Rodgers, Rupe and Holmes. Nays-none.

Rodgers made the motion to accept Gary Moorman’s bid of $10 on the oil tank at the Elk Pen, pending the stipulation that the tank must be removed within 30 days and the area as well as the tar in the tank cleaned up properly. Rupe-seconded. Ayes-Christian, Bennett, Rodgers, Rupe and Holmes. Nays-none

Mayor Pro-Tem Bennett asked for good cause business:

1.) Moore reported that since speaking to GRM, it has been over a week and they have not yet provided information on phone line and voicemail issues, or quotes on upgrades. Moore will reach out again to GRM.

2.) Moore inquired about building inspection paperwork for residents. Council advised that residents must follow ordinance and then pay the $200 fee.

3.) Bennett reported that he had received a quote from IT on the Square for 2 computers.
Holmes made the motion to upgrade the two office computers pending budget discussion. Rupe seconded. Ayes-Christian, Bennett, Rodgers, Rupe and Holmes. Nays-none.

4.) Council inquired if the grant application for the Elk pen had been submitted. Moore advised that Laticia Stewart had completed it on time.

Rodgers made the motion to approve the minutes from previous meeting and the treasurer’ report-pending further research into the charges on ECIC dues. Christian-seconded. Ayes-Christian, Bennett, Rupe, Holmes, Rodgers. Nays-none.

Moore reported that the residents at 801 N Johnson have built a structure, and have not obtained a building permit. Trower confirmed the building has been completed. Moore asked the council how we were to proceed. Verle Norris will be asked regarding this issue.

Moore reported that the first day of brush pickup will be March 19th.

Moore reported that Midwest and City Hall have agreed upon April 23 as Spring Clean-up day. Council agreed that these notices can be published in the paper showing the exceptions of items allowed on Spring Clean-up day. Jen Reed suggested that these items could also be put on the Times-Republican’s facebook page.

Moore reported that some residents are putting furniture on the curb without always notifying Midwest Sanitation. Council suggested a note for the public be placed in the newspaper for this reminder as well.

Moore reported that some residents are requesting late fee forgiveness for those on fixed income, not receiving bills in mail etc., the council will look into this.

Christian noted that the council had received a letter from Laticia Stewart stating she would be willing to stay on with the city longer than originally anticipated, to assist with the new employee transitions. Council will discuss this matter.

The Council discussed another delinquent property at 310 N Dekalb that needed to be addressed as well as a trailer house that was having debris scattered to neighbors’ yards.

Trower reported that the local monument companies need to dig footers to a certain specification before the company pours the concrete. The ordinance states the footer holes need to be inspected by the city before the cement is poured. Moore suggested being proactive by sending a letter to the local monument companies with this information. Council agreed.

The next regular council meeting will be Wednesday, March 25, 2020 at 7:00 pm.

Nathan Bennett
Mayor Pro-Tem

ATTEST:

Eva Moore,
Utility Billing Clerk