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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBPW-05-14-76 MINUTES OF Tm BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS MAY 1~, 1976 The Board of Public Works was called to order at 3:25 p.m. by Mayor Pickett, who presided. ~_ll members were present. IRDIANAPOLIS WA~R.~ CO AFFLUENT TP~ATMENT: City Engineer read proposed letter to Indpls. Water Co. listing our charges to them for monthly user fees as an industrial user and availability and connection charges to the carmel s~uuitary sewer system. Mr. Hohl moved to approve the contents of the letter and the sendin~ of it with addition in the letter of the requirement that they have the State Board of Health approval for the ~onnection of the plant, Mr. Kern seconded it and it passed unanimously. 126TH .ST. PROJECT: Mr. Kern stated he was makiD~ an e~fort to negogiate with Mr. Harworth ~n th~' las~ piece of right-of-way needed for the road project. It was a consensus of the Board to acquire the land for $7,500.00. Mr. Hohl presented some utility agreements between the City of Carmel and the Carmel We, ter and Sewage Utility stating that if any utility needs to be moved for the project, it will be moved at utility expense. This agreement required by the State before they will approve their share of the project. Board signed the agreements. 126th ST. SIDEWALKS: City Engineer recommended puttiD~ in the missing pert of the sidewalk east of Keystone on 126th street which had been required of the dmveloper. Mayor Pickett stated the ordinance requirim~ sidewalks had not been enforced in the past by the Plan Commission. Mr. Kern instructed City Engineer and Utilities Manager keep notes the next 30 days as they drive around the city on areas needing sidewalks and storm drains and come back with a list so a Drogram could be set up. T.RAMW, WITH DADS CLUB: PARK LAND: Upon the recommendation of the Parks Committee, Mr. Kern moved to lease approximately seven acres of land behind Carmel Hills Apartments to the Dads Club for $1.00 per year, one-year renewable lease, allowing only those structures on the land which will be put in lease, allowing them to take ~mmedlate possession, and further allowing developers of Carmel Hills to bury debris in a small area of the property, Mr. Hohl seconded it and it passed unanimously. INDIANA MILLS: City ~k~gineer stated he had met with the architects of Indiana Mills and discussed their 12 foot encroachment on the citys right-of-way. Mr. Hohl stated they would probably move the footings of the building if we thought we would need the right-of-way. Mayor Pickett stated we would likely need it. Mr. Kern stated he thought they would give it to us and instructed Mr. Hohl ask them to move their footings. STREET NAME CHANGE: Mr. Hohl moved to change that part of Beldon Drive that runs north of Altam Avenue to N. Beldon Drive and that part of Beldon Drive that runs south of Altam Avenue as S. Beldon Drive. Numbers on the homes would not chsm~e, and a~so recommended ch~iD~ the signs designating Melody I~%ue to Melody Lane ~th Avenue S.W. Mr. Kern seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. BOND RELEASE: Mr. Hohl moved to release bonds on streets and sidewalks in Cool Creek North, Section II, Mr. Kern seconded it and it passed unanimously. STRIPING PAINT: City Engineer requested guidance on the purchase of striping paint for streets. Different brands and grades were discussed. Mayor Pickett stated he would consult with him further on it at another time. PLAN COMM. ATTOFd~EY: Mr. Mike Howard, of S~nith, Pearce & Parr, appeared before the Board and turned over the files of the Plan Commission material to Mr. Kern a~d stated they were resigning because the Board of Public Works did nc~ approve the claim for payment submitted at last meetiD~. There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 5:10 p.m. bert B~. Pickett, MaWr ATTEST: ~ ~ '--~ S as o MIRUTES OF '~.'.u.~ BOAi{D OF PUBLIC WORKS June 8, 1976 The regular meeting of the Board of Public Works was called to order at 3:15 p.m. by M~yor Albert Pickett, who presided. All members were present. Well Site L.ynwood F~rm: Mayor Pickett presented letter of ~o~eement sent to him from Purdue whereby they allowed us to test drill for a well site on their property. Mr. Kern moved to approve the sgreement, Mr. Hohl seconded it and it passed unanimously. Block!~, of Streets: Jul,y ~ou~th Celebration: Mayor Pickett stated the Bi-Centennial Co~mlssion was desirous of having one lane blocked off during the Bi-Centennial Fair on E. Main St. and all of 4th Ave. SE and 4th Ave. NE. Mr. Hohl stated he didn't feel East Main could be blocked off with the Construction work in progress. Mayor Pickett stated he would table this item for this meeting and have a representative come in and discuss it at the next meeting. Trees in Ri~ht-of-wa~: Mr. Hohl stated there is a vacant lot first property south of Mr. ~21opstead, 125 Bexhill Drive, which has a number of trees on the right-of-way. It is on a cu_v~e and very dangerous. Mr. Klopstead has complained several times. Mr. Hohl recommended sending a letter to the property owner telling him the trees are a hazard and must be re- moved in 30 days. Mr. Kern moved the City Engineer be authorized to send the letter he recommended, Mr. Hohl seconded it and it passed unanimously. Cost over-Runs: Mr. Hohl stated he needed to order approximately $2700 more street signs and posts th~u what had been budgeted for. He stated he had some extra money in part- time salaries account that could be used. Mr. Hohl moved the Board of Public Works recommend a transfer of funds from 1-121 part-time salaries, $2,700.00 to #7-723 Signs, Mr. Kern seconded it and it passed unanimously. Mr. Hohl is to hold up on the order until after the Council actually transfers the funds. ~ent - Power~Water & Sew Pum i and Dis osal - Public Service of Indiana: Mayor Pickett presented proposed agreement with the public service and the utility for service at the 96th Street Wastewater plant. Mr. Kern moved to table the item until Utilities M~uager had a chance to look at the proposed agreement, Mr- Hohl seconded it and it passed unanimously. Si..o~m - ~ber of Commerce and Babe Ruth: Mayor Pickett stated the Chamber of Commerce and the B~be Ruth League had approached him to waive the sign permit fees for them. Mr. Hohl moved to recommend that the City Council consider waiving these fees for these two signs, Mr. Kern seconded it and it passed unanimously. Cab Franchise: Mayor Pickett started he had been approached by a Mr. Pac from Beech Grove for a cab franchise here in Carmez. Mr. Kern stated we didn't have to give franchises. He stated he would research the procedures and bring it up to the council. Bond Releases.' City Engineer Hohl moved to release bonds on the following: Eden Estates Sec I - Stone Base and Asphalt Pavim~ $30,000.00 Stonehedge Estates, Sec II - Sidewalks Brookshire, Sec 1,2,3 and lA - Sidewalks Brookshire, Sec V, - Streets, Curbs and Gutters Cool Creek Estates, Sec 10, - Streets, Monuments and Markers Cool Creek North, Sec 7, - Water Mains and Hydrants Cool Creek North, Sec 7, - Sanitary Sewers Cool Creek North, Sec 9, - Water Mains and Hydmsmts Cool Creek North, Sec 9, - Sanitary Sewers Cool Creek North, Sec 6, - Water Mains 3,300.00 3,600.00 30,500.00 5,200.00 19,000.00 14,000.00 24,000.00 28,000.00 35,000.00 Cool Creek North, Sec 5 - Water Mains & Hydrants Cool Creek North, Sec 1 - Streets, Markers & Monuments Cool Creek Estates, Sec 9 - Sidewalks, Streets and Markers The Woodlands, Sec III - Stone base & Asphalt Paving The Woodlands, Sec III - Water Mains & Curbs The Woodlands, Sec Ill - Sanitary & Storm Sewers Mr. Kern seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. page 2 6/8/?6 $35,000.00 32,200.00 10,500.00 35,000.00 48,000.00 14,800.00 Mower & T~actor: Mr. Hohl stated the mower & tractor they have been usim~ is just about worn out and they have been shoppim~ for another one. A 1952tractor has been located. Mayor and City Attorney felt he should look further for one not so old. pewer Relief on Pool F~I]: Mr. Hohl stated that Mrs. Gigax, 3712 Rolling Springs Drive, had contacted him requesting sewer relief for water they have running into their swimming pool. Apparently, they have a le~k and must keep a hose runnim~ into the pool for fill purposes. Mr. Hohl stated relief had been given for the initial fill and he would not recommend a second relief. Board agreed by consensus not to give relief. Claims numbering 2061 thru 2515 totaling $782,268.62 were approved. Fireworks: Fire Chief Swails stated he had been asked to approve the firework ~isplay requested by the Jaycees at practice field at the High School. City Attorney requested the chief to make sure the insurance policy they are required to obtain covers the City and it should be for at least $100,000.00. Mr. Eern also suggested the Chief ask Mr. Collins, President of the Jaycees, to check with the property owners nearby for their approval. Fire Dept. Promotions~ Upon the recommendation of the Fire Chief, Mr. Eern moved to approve the promotion of Terry Fleming and Doug Callahan to acting Lts. Money to be put in 1977 budget. Salary increase to be effective-in 1977. There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 5:10 p.m. ATTEST: ~ ¢ Albert B. Pickett, ~ayor -'~/~