BOT 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