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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBOT 1972 (10-10)MINUTES OF BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING OCTOBER 10, 1972. Meeting was called to order with Mr. Kern, Mr. Hinshaw, and Mr. Beach present. Reading of the minutes was waived and each Board member acknowledged having received a copy of the minutes. Claims were approved in the amount of $204,023.15. Various residents appeared in opposition to annexation of East half of Section 24, portion of Section 29, and Section 30. Mrs. David Causey pre- sented a petition of their area in Section 29 and Mr. Kern read it to those present. These people were advised the Board would decide on whether or not any changes in the annexations would be made and the newspapers would be notified for their information. WHITE HI~ER CROSSING PROJECT: - Mr. David Christianson of Construction Erection Co. was present. Mr. Kern moved that the White River Crossing pro- ject be tentatively awarded to Construction Erection Co. per Clyde E Williams & Associates recommendation. Mr. Hinshaw seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. There are some minor changes being considered on this job which could result in lower costs. HOMESTEAD REALTY CO.: - The Plan Commission (Docket #27-72Z) recommended a change of zoning from S-2 to B-1 on property located West of Road #31 on the South side of Road #234 just West of the Imperial Se~v~ice station. Upon a motion by Mr. Kern, seconded by Mr. Hinshaw the change of zoning was granted by unanimous vote. Discussion regarding sidewalks was held prior to voting and Mr. Beach made a motion this rezoning be contingent on Homestead Realty Co. installing sidewalks. There was no second to Mr. Beach's motion. Mr. Kern made a motion that the Board forward to the Plan Commission a resol- ution that sidewalks be taken into consideration on future rezoning. Mr. Beach seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. JOE MOFFITT"S PNOPERTY:- The Plan Commission (Docket #21-72Z) recommended a change of zoning from R-2 to B-2 of Mr. Joe Moffitt's property at 210 West Main Street. Mr. Kern noted legal description to be in error and it was re- turned to Building Commissioner's office for correction. Mr. Fred Swift arrived at the meeting. Mr. Jerry York appeared and read his reasons why he believes annexation of his area in Section 29 and Section 30 should not be made. Discussion was held and Mr. York was also advised Board would make final decision at conclusion of this meeting and notify the newspapers. Mr. Hinshaw made a motion that Building Commissioner be notified not to for- ward any request, petition, or building permit to Plan Commission relative to plans of the Cable TV company due to the fact the Town Board questions the validity of the Cable TV contract with the Town. Mr. Swift seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. OLD LIBRARY BUILDING:- ~her~i~as~a discussion concerning the old Library building and its use as a town building. Mr. Kern gave his reasons for re- modeling this building and using it for about 5 years and in the meantime make ~nake plans for a new Town building. Mr. Hinshaw is to make contact with property owners adjacent to present Town building to determine possibility of purchasing these properties as a future Town building site. Mr. Swift made a motion that Mr. Joseph Ham~ proceed to prepare specifications per his prelim- inary sketches for remodeling library building. Mr. Hinshaw seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. Mr. Kern mentioned the Town using bulk gasoline and the the installation of facilities at the present police station for this purpose. Mr. Kern made a motion that purchase of underground tanks and regular gasoline be advertised for bids and that bids be received by October 24. Mr. Swift seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. Ads to be run in the NOblesville Ledger and the Indianapolis Star 2 times each. Mr. Farrar, who operates a heliocopter service, appeared to discuss complaints that his service made too much moise. Discussion revealed Mr. Farrar was con- cerned and wanted Board opinion as to what he should or could do not to cause com plaints. Opinion was if he were to fly at a greater altitude and vary his pattern he might avoid complaints. Mr. Swift made a motion Building Commissioner determine if a business is being conducted at Cricklewood Farm and report to the Board. Mr. Kernseconded the motion and it passed unanimously. Water Main Extension on Haverstick Road Woodlands, Section 2 Mr. Hohl presented the following bonds for release: Woodlands Cluster Homes - Sanitary Sewers #5891-679 in amount of $32,000.00 Storm Sewers #5891-680 in amount of $40,000.00 Water Mains & Hydrants - None (Maint. Bond to be for $1570.00) Curbs #58-91-500 in amount of $29,000.00 Sanitary Sewers #58-81-499 in amount of $62,000.00 Water Mains & Hydrants #58-91-591 amt of $48,500.00 Woodlands, Section i Curbs #58-91-498 in amount of $30,000.00 SLURRY SEAL:- Mr. Hinshaw moved the Slurry Seal invoice be paid in amount of $3,980.00. Mr. Swift seconded and it passed 3 Ayes and I abstention byMr. Beach. Mr. Hohl presented contract change order #1 on proposed Water Supply Facility, Div. E, in the amount of $2931.70; also change order #3, Div F of same project in the amount of $5,354.00 for approval. Mr. Kern made a motion these 2 change orders be approved; seconded by Mr. Beach and passed unanimously. Mr. Hohl presented a detailed letter from Gradle Brothers, Inc. together with their check in the amount of $31,643.50. This payment was in accordance with Ordinance S-15 and requested a refund in amount of $9113.00 for oversizing of sewers laid in Carmel Industrial Park West. Upon motion of Mr. Kern and seconde~byMr. Beach, the payment and refund to account of Carmel Sewer Expansion fund was passed unanimously. (copy of letter in minute book) Mr. Hohl brought up for discussion speed limits with the thought of purchas- ing signs. After a discussion Mr. Kern made a motion all streets in Carmel have a speed limit of 30 miles per hour except 25 miles per hour in school areas when children are present unless a contrary Ordinance is in effect for certain streets. Mr. Beach seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. (Mr. Kern will draw up the Ordinance.) Mr. Hohl discussed with the Board the ditch at the high school needing work before freezing weather at a cost of $20,000.00 to $30,000.00. Mr. Kern made a motion, seconded by Mr. Swift, that Mr. Hohl get bids to repair this ditch. Mr. Kern made a motion to adjourn. It was seconded by Mr. Hinshaw and passed unanimously at 11:25 p.m. Owen S. Kern, President Carmel Town Board of Trustees Attest: Olerk-Treasu~er