Town Council minutes 10/7/2014

Greentown Town Council Meeting

October 7, 2014 6:30 PM

Members Present: Todd Everling, J. Scott Flick, Joyce Higginbottom, Dan Adams, Teresa Duke,Clerk.

Meeting was called to order by Mr. Everling.

Minutes of Previous Meeting: The minutes of the September 16^th meeting and September 2^nd meeting were presented for additions or corrections. Mr. Everling asked for a motion to accept. Motion was made by Mr. Flick. Motion seconded by Mrs. Higginbottom. Motion carried.

Approval of Dockets: Mr. Everling asked for a motion to accept the dockets from September 3^rd-September 16^th. Motion was made by Mr. Flick. Motion seconded by Mrs. Higginbottom. Motion carried. General Fund total expenses for September 17^th- October 7^th were $16,453.18. Water Co. was $8,223.58 and the Wastewater Utilities totaled $33,279.18. Mr. Everling asked for a motion to accept. Motion was made by Mr. Flick. Motion seconded by Mrs. Higginbottom. Motion carried.

Items from Attorney: None

Items from Engineer: Ryan Brauen reported on the sewer ban being lifted soon and the Wastewater plant construction is near completion. Mr. Brauen is also assisting Mr. Klein on evaluating the lift station in the Meadows and Well #4 for future work.

Greentown Fire Department Report: Mr. Hendricks reported for August the following – 2 Fire runs, 1 Rescue runs, and 33 EMS runs. For September: 4 Fire runs, 7 Rescue runs, and 47 EMS runs.

Police Report: Reading of Paper Report. Mr. Everling asked for a motion to accept the report. Motion was made by Mr. Flick. Motion seconded by Mrs. Higginbottom. Motion carried.

Water and Street Report: Reading of Paper Report. Mr. Everling asked for a motion to accept the report. Motion was made by Mr. Flick. Motion seconded by Mrs. Higginbottom. Motion carried.

Wastewater Report: Reading of Paper Report. Mr. Everling asked for a motion to accept the report. Motion was made by Mr. Flick. Motion seconded by Mrs. Higginbottom. Motion carried.

Park Advisory Board: Mrs. Rule reported that two planters will be replaced in April. The Greentown Main Street Association will cover the cost of the planters that will be purchased at Garden Gate in Peru.

Old Business: None.

New Business from Council Members: None.

Clerk Treasurer and Council President: Mrs. Duke reported that the November 4^th Town Council Meeting will be held but at a different time due to the election. Caucus will be at 7:30, and the Town Council Meeting will be at 8:00. Mrs. Duke also reported on a CD that was given to the Town in 1998 by First Farmers Bank & Trust for $500.00. The CD was a donation that was put in the Time Capsule. This Certificate matured on September 14, 2014 and was going to make .0000% if it was renewed. The CD’s balance was $822.26. The CD was closed on September 17, 2014 and the donation was put in the Rainy Day Fund. The Time Capsule will be opened in 2023 and while the certificate for the CD will still be in the capsule, it will have no actual value at that point.

Adjournment: Mr. Everling asked for a motion to adjourn. Motion was made by Mr. Flick.

Motion seconded by Mrs. Higginbottom.

Town Council Minutes 9/16/2014

Greentown Town Council Meeting

September 16, 2014 6:30 PM

Members Present: Todd Everling, J. Scott Flick, Joyce Higginbottom, Teresa Duke, Clerk

Meeting was called to order by Mr. Everling.

Minutes of Previous Meeting: The minutes of the previous meeting were presented for additions or corrections. Mr. Everling asked for a motion to accept. Mr. Flick asked to table the minutes until the October 7^th meeting.

Approval of Docket: General Fund total expenses for September 3^rd - September 16^th were $8777.24. Water Co. was $5116.97 and the Wastewater Utilities totaled $49,736.82. Mr. Everling asked for a motion to accept. Mr. Flick asked to table Dockets until the October 7^th meeting.

Old Business: None

New Business: Mrs. Higginbottom had no new business but has a clarification on what was discussed in caucus. Mrs. Higginbottom would like posted and made a policy out at the Town Barn that no gasoline can be pumped into any vehicle except only Town owned. No exceptions! If a personal vehicle is used for town business they would need to fill up their own gas at a gas station (not the town barn) and then turn in mileage to the Clerk Treasurer.

Adjournment: Mr. Everling asked for a motion to adjourn or table it. Mrs. Higginbottom said table it.

Town Council MInutes Sept 2, 2014

Greentown Town Council Meeting

September 2, 2014 6:30 PM

Members Present: Todd Everling, J. Scott Flick, Joyce Higginbottom, Dan Adams, Teresa Duke, Clerk.

Meeting was called to order by Mr. Everling.

Minutes of Previous Meeting: The minutes of the previous meeting were presented for additions or corrections. Mr. Everling asked for a motion to accept. Motion was made by Mr. Flick. Motion seconded by Mr. Adams. Motion carried.

Approval of Dockets: General Fund total expenses for August 20^th – September 2^nd were $14,998.94. Water Co. was $644.80 and the Wastewater Utilities totaled $3,723.08. Mr. Everling asked for a motion to accept. Motion was made by Mr. Adams. Motion seconded by Mr. Flick. Motion carried.

Items from Attorney: Mr. Peelle had none.

Items from Engineer: Mr. Brauen did a pre-final walk through at the wastewater plant today. There is a list of minor items that the contractor needs to address before the project can be completed. Mr. Brauen is also working with Mr. Klein and Mr. Issac on measuring the supply and demand of the water usage. This will determine if the Town will need to bring on well # 4.

Greentown Fire Department Report: No Report

Police Report: Mr. Everling read the paper report. Mr. Everling asked for a motion to accept. Motion was made by Mr. Flick. Motion seconded by Mrs. Higginbottom. Motion carried.

Water and Street Report: Mr. Everling read the paper report from the Water Department. Mr. Everling asked for a motion to accept. Motion was made by Mr. Flick. Motion seconded by Mrs. Higginbottom. Motion carried.

Mr. Everling read the paper report for the Street Department. Mr. Everling asked for a motion to accept. Motion was by Mr. Flick. Motion seconded by Mr. Adams. Motion carried.

Wastewater Report: Mr. Everling read the paper report. Mr. Everling asked for a motion to accept. Motion was made by Mr. Flick. Motion seconded by Mrs. Higginbottom. Motion carried.

Park Advisory Board: No Report

Old Business: None

New Business from Council Members: Mr. Adams will have an implant surgery on his ear September 10^th and will be deaf for at least four weeks. Mr. Adams will not sit with board members during the Town Council Meetings until hearing is restored. Mr. Adams will be seated with his wife, Mrs. Adams, who will be taking notes for Mr. Adams.

Clerk Treasurer and Council President: Mr. Everling brought to the board that Mr. Klein would like approval for a new Kubota Zero-Turn Mower for the wastewater plant. Mr. Klein has a quote by Dirt n Turf for $5,216.00. Mr. Klein indicated it could be lower than that. Mr. Everling asked for motion to accept. Board approved.

Guests: Seth Graber, homeowner of 220 South Hunt St., was issued an unsafe building notice for his property on Hunt and Lincoln Street. Mr. Graber said he was financially unable to tear down the property. Mr. Graber received an estimate of $5400 to remove property. Mr. Graber intends to take care of this in the spring and is asking the Town to work with him on this matter. Mr. Everling informed Mr. Graber that the property needs to be safe and secure. Marshall Bennett will make sure Mr. Graber is compiling with the laws of a safe and secure property until Mr. Graber can remove property.

Adjournment: Mr. Everling asked for a motion to adjourn. Motion was made by Mr. Adams. Motion seconded by Mr. Flick.

August 19, 2014 Town Council Minutes

Greentown Town Council Meeting

August 19, 2014 6:30 PM

Members Present: Scott Deyoe, Todd Everling, J. Scott Flick, Joyce Higginbottom, Teresa Duke, Clerk.
Meeting was called to order by Mr. Deyoe.

Minutes of Previous Meeting: The minutes of the previous meeting were presented for additions or corrections. Mr. Deyoe asked for a motion to accept. Motion was made by Mr. Flick. Motion seconded by Mr. Everling. Motion carried.

Approval of Dockets: General Fund total expenses for August 1^st – 19^th were $27,488.08. Water Co. was $13,180.67 and the Wastewater Utilities totaled $13,286.34. Mr. Deyoe asked for a motion to accept. Motion was made by Mr. Everling. Motion seconded by Mr. Adams. Motion carried.

Items from Attorney: Mr. Peelle prepared an amended contract agreement between the Town of Greentown and Klein Enterprises, LLC. Mr. Peelle also drafted a resolution for adopting the Howard County Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan.

Old Business: Police paper report for July was read due to Marshall Bennett’s vacation last meeting. Mr. Deyoe asked for a motion to accept the report. Motion was made by Mr. Everling. Motion seconded by Mr. Flick. Motion carried.

Greg Sheline, Executive Director of Kokomo-Howard County Plan Commission: Mr. Sheline’s office has spent the past year working on the Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan. This plan has to be updated every 5 to 10 years to receive possible mitigation funds from FEMA. It will take up to 6 months for approval from FEMA once they receive the paper work. Mr. Deyoe stated the Town of Greentown has reviewed the Plan and affirms that the Plan will be updated no less than every ten years. The Town’s resolution reads as follows:

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Council of the Town of Greentown, Howard County, Indiana, adopts the Howard County Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan, and resolves to execute the action in the Plan.

Mr. Deyoe asked for a motion to accept. Motion was made by Mr. Everling. Motion was seconded by Mrs. Higginbottom. Motion carried.

2015 Budget Discussion: The Town Council approved public hearings on the 2015 Budget to be held on October 7^th and 21^st. The Town Of Greentown budget worksheet amounts for 2015 are the following: General Fund $209,313, Police Department $186,475, Landfill $164,150, Riverboat $6,000, MVH $197,275, Local Road & Streets $31,050, LEEF $9,600, Rainy Day $4,400, EDIT $9,000, CCI $9,000, and Cumulative Building Fund $1,900.

New Business: Mr. Flick brought attention to the board that the Police Department were having issues with the body cameras not working properly. For the past three weeks, Marshall Bennett has been wearing a new body camera to test for approval. The sound and picture quality is very good compared to the current cameras. Marshall Bennett received a quote for $1,620 that includes two body cameras and battery backup plus software. The Town Council would like to have Three Body cameras. The additional camera would bring the total to $2,415. Mr. Deyoe asked for a motion to accept. Motion was made by Mr. Flick. Motion was seconded by Mr. Everling. Motion carried. Body camera purchase will be funded by the LEEF Fund.

Adjournment: Mr. Deyoe asked for a motion to adjourn. Motion was made by Mr. Flick. Motion seconded by Mr. Everling.

August 5, 2014 Town Council Minutes

Greentown Town Council Meeting

August 5, 2014 6:30 PM

Members Present: Scott Deyoe, Todd Everling, Dan Adams, J. Scott Flick, Joyce Higginbottom, Clerk Teresa Duke

Meeting was called to order by Mr. Deyoe.

Minutes of Previous Meeting: The minutes of the previous meeting were presented for additions or corrections. Mr. Deyoe asked for a motion to accept. Motion was made by Mr. Flick. Motion seconded by Mr. Everling. Motion carried.

Approval of Dockets: General Fund total expenses for July 16^th – 31^st were $15,940.41. Water Co. was $1574.94 and the Wastewater Utilities totaled $7,062.01. Mr. Everling made a motion to accept the docket. Mr. Flick seconded. Motion carried.

Items from Attorney: Mr. Peelle is on vacation.

Items from Engineer: Mr. Brauen reported that the Wastewater plant construction is near completion. The project looks like it will finish within budget. There will be an open house for the Wastewater plant in late September or early October.

Greentown Fire Department Report: No report.

Police Report: No paper report due to Marshall Bennett being on vacation.

Sheriff Steve Rogers, Captain Jerry Asher and 911 Communications Director Nicholas Capozzoli spoke to the Town Board about requesting usage of the north water tower to upgrade their radio systems to digital. To build a tower would cost anywhere from $300,000 to $500,000. Motorola came out and looked at the Fire Dept. and water towers. The Fire Dept. tower is not tall or strong enough for the equipment. The north water tower meets requirements and they would like to have access to the building next to the tower for equipment. They will be meeting with consultants next week to start working on contracts. Construction for this project will be at no cost to the town. It will be funded by the county. Projected time frame to be online is May or June of 2015. Further information on this will be forth coming.

Water and Street Report: Reading of Paper Report: Mr. Deyoe asked for a motion to accept the report. Motion was made by Mr.Flick. Motion seconded by Mr. Everling. Motion carried.

Wastewater Report: Reading of Paper Report. Mr. Deyoe asked for a motion to accept the report. Motion was made by Mr. Everling. Motion seconded by Mr. Flick. Motion carried.

Park Advisory Board: They have found a source that will enable them to replace the planter that was destroyed. Ordering will take place in the Spring.

Old Business: None.

New Business from Council Members: Mr.Everling received a proposed contract from Mr. Klein to become a town Superintendant at $70,000 a year. Mr. Everling made a motion to hire Klein Enterprises, LLC as a Utility Superintendant covering all utilities of the town excluding the utilities office employees and the Police Department. Motion seconded by Mr. Adams. Mr. Flick, Mr. Adams, and Mr. Everling voted in favor of the motion and Mrs. Higginbottom abstained. Motion passed.

Clerk Treasurer and Council President: Mr. Deyoe reported that Marshall Bennett notified him on July 27, 2014 that Officer Scott Comfort resigned effective August 4 2014. Mr. Deyoe asked for a motion to accept Mr. Comfort’s resignation. Motion was made by Mr. Everling. Motion seconded by Mr. Flick. Motion carried.

Guests: Concerns from town residents were raised about the Greentown Police Department. Mr. Deyoe stated that no decision has been made on changes to the Police Department. With the resignation of Officer Comfort, Mr. Deyoe has asked the police department sub-committee, consisting of Mr. Everling and Mr. Flick, to review all possible options for ongoing protection for the Town of Greentown. The consensus from those that spoke concerning the Police Dept. was that they want a Town Marshall that they can call and will respond quickly when needed.

The current water rates were also a concern to the town residents. Much discussion was spent on this matter. Again Mr. Deyoe explained that the Water Co. is fully funded by the monthly fees paid by town residents. No tax revenue is used to fund the Water Co., which means that the monthly fees must equal the utilities expenses.

Adjournment: Mr. Deyoe asked for a motion to adjourn. Motion was made by Mr. Flick. Motion seconded by Mr. Adams.

July 15, 2014 Town Council Minutes

Greentown Town Council Meeting

July 15, 2014 6:30 PM

Members Present: Scott Deyoe, Todd Everling, Dan Adams, J. Scott Flick, Joyce Higginbottom, Clerk Teresa Duke

Meeting was called to order by Scott Deyoe.

Minutes of Previous Meeting: The minutes of the previous meeting were presented for additions or corrections. Mr. Flick made a motion to accept the minutes. Mr. Everling seconded. Motion carried.

Approval of Dockets: General Fund total expenses for July 1^st- 15^th were $10,285.73. Wastwater Utilities are $10,080.28. Water Co. approved expenses were $5,284.90. Todd Everling made a motion to accept the docket. Mr. Adams seconded. Motion carried.

Old Business: None.

New Business: Mr. Everling reported on InterAct for the police department. InterAct is software that is used on desktop and squad car computers to interact with state and local police in Kokomo. Upfront cost is $21,379.40, and then there is a recurring annual maintenance and support charge beginning the second year in the amount of $2,399.40. This does not need to be acted on right now. Mr. Everling indicated this has been pushed back and is now projected to start sometime in September.

Mr. Deyoe received a letter from the Kokomo’s Sheriff’s Department. They would like to use the south water tower to put antennas on for their radio system. They also requested access to the water treatment building. Mr. Deyoe will contact them regarding this matter.

Mr. Deyoe presented an agreement between the Town of Greentown and Wessler Engineering for On-Call Stormwater Engineering Services. This agreement is needed to start the work fixing the collapsed stormwater pipe on North Meridian. Mr. Deyoe asked for a motion to accept this agreement. Motion was made by Mrs. Higginbottom. Motion seconded by Mr. Flick. Motion carried.

Along with this agreement comes two immediate task orders. Task Order #1 provides on-call stormwater services of varying nature which are relatively minor, involve minimal time and effort, but may require a timely response and generally are not covered by or do not warrant separate, specific task orders or allow sufficient time for prior Town Council approval. Mr. Deyoe asked for a motion to accept. Motion was made by Mrs. Higginbottom. Motion seconded by Mr. Flick. Motion carried.

Task Order #2 provides for general assistance to the Town for replacement of approximately 300 linear feet of existing storm sewers located behind the property at 303 N. Meridian St. Mr. Deyoe asked for a motion to accept. Motion was made by Mr. Everling. Motion seconded by Mr. Flick. Motion carried.

Guests: Thomas Boller from Monsanto, which is located in Windfall, reported on their recycling program. Monsanto recycles 60,000 soybean bags a year and builds up credit with the recycling company which makes recreational furniture. They currently have benches and wanted to know if the town would be interested in having some at no charge. The benches retail for $500.00. They cost Monsanto nothing, but their name is on the benches for advertising. The Board thanked Mr. Boller and accepted the benches and will receive how ever many they will give the Town.

Mr. Klein would like to add another cell phone line for the on-call person. This will replace the pagers currently in use. Mr. Klein is also working with Gene Miller and Jared Isaac to have an alarm system working again at the water utility Mr. Klein would like to have all utilities on the same alarm system that would send out a text message whenever an alarm is tripped. Mr. Klein requested to have a smart phone for the wastewater plant. This matter was left to be resolved between Mr. Klein and Mrs. Duke.

Adjournment: Mr. Deyoe asked for a motion to adjourn. Motion was made by Mr. Flick. Motion seconded by Todd Everling.

July 1, 2014 Town Council Minutes

Greentown Town Council Meeting

Date July 1, 2014 6:30 PM

Members Present: Scott Deyoe, Todd Everling, Dan Adams, J. Scott Flick, Joyce Higginbottom, Clerk Teresa Duke

Meeting was called to order by Mr. Deyoe.

Minutes of Previous Meeting: The minutes of the previous meeting were presented for additions or corrections. Mr. Flick made a motion to accept the minutes. Mr. Adams seconded. Motion carried.

Approval of Dockets: Mr. Deyoe had a request that the amounts of the Docket be read at the Town Council Meeting. Water Co. approved expenditures are $6,188.28. Wastewater Utilities are $12,621.89. Town Council fund is $24,119.03. Mr. Everling made a motion to accept the docket. Mr. Flick seconded. Motion carried.

Items from Attorney Jeremy Peelle: None.

Items from Engineer: Mr. Ryan Brauen indicated that the major work is primarily complete. The target date is July 12, 2014, but a more realistic date would be the end of the month due to a downsizing of work crew. Mr. Everling asked Mr. Brauen for an update on the collapsed drain on north Meridian St. Mr. Brauen reported that the clay pipe is in terrible condition and recommended that the line be replaced. Mr. Bryan Klein believes the town can repair it with internal staff. Mr. Klein needs the elevation for the runs from the engineer so he can price out the job.

Greentown Fire Dept. Report: Chief Tom Hendricks reported in June there were 56 runs. Of these seven (7) were fire runs, four (4) were rescues, and forty-five (45) were EMS runs.

Police Dept. Report: Marshal Bennett gave an update on properties at 128 N. Meridian and 228 S. Hunt Street. Both property owners have been notified of the town’s concerns. Attorney Jeremy Peelle said that the next step is to allow time for the owners to respond and, if they don’t respond within the allowed timeframe, then the town can file a nuisance claim. Motion to approve was by Mr. Flick. Mr. Everling seconded. Motion carried.

Marshal Bennett also brought up that the body cameras that the Police Dept. use are not user friendly. The cameras only work half the time. He would like to continue to use the cameras, but needs to check into better equipment. Mr. Everling and Mr. Flick will work with Marshal Bennett on this matter. Also mentioned is that the driver’s seat on the Crown Victoria needs repair work; the Marshal is getting quotes for repair.

Water and Street Report: Reading of Paper Report: Mr. Flick made a motion to accept the report. Motion seconded by Mr Everling. Motion Passed

Wastewater Report: Reading of Paper Report: Mr. Flick made a motion to accept the report. Motion seconded by Mr. Everling. Motion Passed.

Park Advisory Board: Mrs. Jolene Rule stated the board is searching to replace a concrete planter that was damaged. They are having difficulty in finding a match due to the age of the planter.

Old Business: None.

New Business from Council Members: Mrs. Higginbottom would like to thank Kevin Moss for all his years of service to Greentown and wish him well in his retirement.

Mr. Deyoe asked for a motion to accept Deborah Dugdale as a part time utility clerk. Mrs. Dugdale will be working 28 hours a week at $11.00 an hour. Motion was made by Mr. Everling. Motion seconded by Mr. Adams. Motion carried.

Mr. Everling has contacted Terry Cooper of Windfall to be our Operator of Record for the water utility. Mr. Cooper would be a 1099 Employee as the Operator of Record for the Water Utility. The town will hire Mr. Cooper at a rate of $400.00 a month for a weekly visit. Any additional work would be at a rate of $35.00 an hour. Mr. Deyoe asked for a motion to accept Mr. Cooper. Motion was made by Mr. Flick. Motion seconded by Mr. Everling. Motion carried.

Heartland Market is investing in their parking lot by repaving it. They would like to pave the alley which the town owns as well so that the entire paved area looks uniform. The town’s part of the bill will be $500.00. Mr. Deyoe asked for a motion to spend $500.00 out of local road and street money to pave the alley. Motion was made by Mr. Everling. Motion seconded by Mr. Flick. Motion carried.

Mr. Deyoe gave an update on the Fountain. Greentown Main Street Assocition gave a donation of $2745.44 strictly for the fountain repair. Mr. Deyoe thanked them for their generous gift. Ryan Welcher of Kendal Masonary has contacted Mr. Deyoe and will donate their labor at no charge and the town is responsible for the materials.

Clerk Treasurer and Council President: Circuit Breaker losses for 2014 total $83,183.59. This amount is used to calculate reductions from budget. Mr. Deyoe asked for a motion to accept. Motion was made by Mr. Everling. Motion seconded by Mr. Adams. Motion carried.

Guests: Mr. Deyoe addressed the audience in reference to recent reports that appeared in the local news media. He stated that town utilities are not for sale. The Wastewater Dept. is solvent and fully funded. The Water Utility Dept. is fully solvent. The town is fully solvent and is fully funded by property tax revenue.

Mr. Ray Mumaw is opposed to getting rid of the Police Dept. Mr. Deyoe thanked Mr. Mumaw for his comments and his interest in the operation of the town.

Adjournment: Motion made to adjourn by Mr. Adams. Motion seconded by Mr. Flick.

June 17, 2014 Town Council Minutes

Greentown Town Council Meeting

June 17, 2014 6:30 pm

Members Present: Scott Deyoe, Todd Everling, Dan Adams, J. Scott Flick, Joyce Higginbottom, Clerk Teresa Duke

Open: Meeting was called to order by President Scott Deyoe. Mr. Deyoe asked if there were any additions or corrections to minutes of the previous meeting. Mr. Flick made motion to except the minutes, Todd Everling 2^nd. Motion passed.

Approval of Docket: Mr. Deyoe presented the docket of bills for approval. Mr. Adams made motion 2^nd by Mr. Everling. Motion carried.

Old Business: Mr. Deyoe presented follow up information on two properties in Greentown: 128 N. Meridian and 228 South Hunt St. There are issues with owners being responsible for their properties. Marshal Bennett and Town Attorney Jeremy Peelle will work further on this.

New Business: None

Guests: Renee McGuire and her daughter Miranda were representing the Band and Color Guard of Eastern High School. Current band uniforms are 13 years old and the band boosters have been raising funds to purchase new uniforms for several years and they are now $2500.00 short of their goal. Joyce Higginbottom made a motion to donate $1000.00 to the band for new uniforms and 2^nd was Mr. Adams. Motion carried.

Mr. Jerry Hardy wanted information about the drain on north Meridian. Drain did collapse. Ryan Brauen has video on this matter and will address at next town council meeting.

Mary Miller asked if the council meeting minutes could be posted on the town’s website. Mr. Deyoe explained that Town of Greentown does not have a website, but that the Main Street Association does. It would cost money for the town to create a website and maintain it. The Board agreed not to pursue webpage and continue with just paper copies.

Motion to adjourn: Mr. Flick made motion, 2^nd Todd Everling.

Town Council MInutes June 3, 2014

Town Council Meeting

June 3, 2014 6:30 PM

Present: Scott Deyoe, Todd Everling, Dan Adams, J. Scott Flick, Joyce Higginbottom , Clerk Teresa Duke

Meeting was called to order by President Scott Deyoe .

Approval of Clerk: Mr. Deyoe announced the resignation of Joyce Flick as Deputy Clerk/ Treasurer and thanked her for her contributions to the town through the transition of several town clerks. Mr. Deyoe then announced that Clerk/Treasurer John D. Wright had submitted his resignation the next day and that resignation was accepted also. Mr. Deyoe, at the recommendation of the State Board of Accounts, appointed his spouse Chari Deyoe as an emergency deputy clerk/treasurer in order to process town payroll. Estimated payroll checks were issued due to the inability to get into the accounting system.

Mr. Deyoe identified Mrs. Judy Good as Deputy Clerk/Treasurer. The town then entered into a contract with HR Unlimited to assist with clerk duties. Retha Hicks has been working the town through the process of replacing the Clerk. Mr. Deyoe has identified Mrs. Teresa Duke as a potential. Mr. Deyoe asked for a motion to appoint Mrs. Duke, which Mr. Everling provided. Mr. Adams seconded. Motion carried.

Mrs. Duke took the oath of office.

Approval of Docket: Mr. Deyoe presented a docket of bills to be approved by the Council. This is a change in procedure on the advice of HR Unlimited. Mrs. Higginbottom made a motion to accept the docket. Mr. Adams seconded. Motion carried.

Minutes of Previous meeting: The minutes of the previous meeting were presented for additions or corrections. Mrs. Higginbottom made a motion to accept the minutes. Mr. Everling seconded. Motion carried.

Engineer Report: Mr. Deyoe said there was no specific report on wastewater progress, but that progress was going well. Mr. Deyoe provided information from Wessler Engineering on several items which are progressing as part of the project.

Greentown Fire Dept. Report: Chief Tom Hendricks provided a report on monthly activity. There was 49 EMS runs, 4 rescues and 10 fire runs.

Police Dept. Report: Mr. Deyoe read the police activity numbers from the previous month that had been provided by Marshall Bennett. Officer Scott Comfort, in attendance, had nothing to add. Additional information on the status of specific properties in town were discussed. Mr. Everling made a motion to accept the police report. Mrs. Higginbottom seconded. Motion carried.

Water/Street Report: Deborah Bessler turned in her intent to retire on August 1, 2014. Mr. Everling made a motion to accept her retirement. Mr. Flick seconded. Motion carried. Mr. Deyoe presented the activity report by Kevin Moss for the Water and Street Department. The transmission on the street cleaner needs to be replaced. Mr. Moss has obtained three bids which were presented by Mr. Deyoe, and the best bid was accepted.

The fountain outside the town office needs to be repaired. Mr. Deyoe presented estimates for repairing the fountain and indicated that there may be matching funds to help with the cost of repairs.

Mr. Everling made a motion to accept the water and street report. Mr. Adams seconded. Motion carried.

Wastewater Report: Mr. Deyoe presented a report provided by Bryan Klein on the wastewater plant for the previous month

Park Advisory Board: Mary Miller provided a report in lieu of Jolene Rule. The town entrance and main street planters are looking better.

Unfinished Business: There was no unfinished business discussed.

New Business from Council Members: Mr. Everling reported that there are flooding issues with the Blondies Cookies location on North Meridian St. The town has video of the affected storm sewers to be reviewed by Wessler.

National Greentown Glass Association via Mr. Deyoe requested permission to display a temporary sign June 9 to the 16^th. Motion by Mrs. Higginbottom. Mr. Everling seconde. Motion carried.

Clerk/ Treasurer and Council President: Mr. Deyoe presented a letter from the Howard County 4-H Fair requesting that East Payton St. be closed during the annual 4-H Fair. Mr. Flick motioned to give permission to close the street. Mr. Adams seconded. Motion carried.

Guest Presentation: Gary Buckley asked for permission to close Meridian St. from Main St. to Grant St. during the Music at the Fountain nights with specific dates and times for each event. Mr. Flick made a motion to give permission to close the steet during the events. Mr. Everling seconded. Motion carried. Mary Miller asked if there could be some police assistance with traffic control after the concerts.

Kevin Moss then presented a letter dated May 20^th, 2013 with his retirement request to be effective on June 20, 2014. Motion by Mr. Everling to accept. Seconded by Mr. Flick. Motion carried.

With business concluded, Mr. Deyoe asked for a motion to adjourn the meeting. Mr. Flick made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Mr. Adams seconded.

Town Council minutes May 6, 2014

Town Council Meeting

May 6, 2014 6:30 PM

Present: Scott Deyoe, Todd Everling, Dan Adams, J. Scott Flick, Joyce Higginbottom , Clerk John Wright

Meeting was called to order by President Scott Deyoe asked if there were any additions or corrections to the minutes of the last meeting. Mr. Adams made motion to accept the minutes,Scott Flick 2^nd, Motion passed.

Business Suspended for presentation from Destination Imagination. Joyce Higginbottom made motion to give $800.00 2^nd by Scott Flick, motion passed.

Attorney Jeremy Peelle: Presented Name Correction on Ordinance

Engineer: Ryan Brauen Reported on the progress at the wastewater plant.

Police Report handed out. Dan Adams motion to accept 2^nd by Todd Everling Motion passed

Water/Street: Report handed out. Kevin Moss reported on the street sweeper having transmission problems. Joyce Higginbottom made motion to accept the report, 2^nd by Scott Flick motion passed.

Wastewater: Bryan Klein: Report handed out. Bryan reported on the problems with the pumps, and the need to purchase controls for the pumps. Todd Everling made motion to purchase controls. 2^nd by Scott Flick motion passed.

Park Advisory Board: Jolene Rule reported flowers will be getting planted May 17^th 9:00 am everyone is welcome to help.

Unfinished Business: Name corrections Ordinance:Wellhead Protection Areas/and Collection Policy for service rendered. Scott Flick motion to accept corrections 2^nd Todd Everling. Motion passed.

Scott Deyoe talked about the house on Lincoln Street that is falling down and directed Officer Bennett to start the process of condemning the building.

New Business: Council Members had none.

Clerk Treasurer: John Wright : Request for donation for “Senior Fling”

Donation $250.00 Todd Everling made motion to give $250.00 2^nd by Joyce Higginbottom. Motion passed.

Council President: Scott Deyoe talked about the gravel area at the Wastewater Plant that is school property and is being cleaned up.

Motion to adjourn Scott Flick 2^nd Todd Everling

Town Council Minutes April 15, 2014

Town Council Meeting

April 15, 2014 6:30 PM

Present: Todd Everling, Dan Adams, J. Scott Flick, Joyce Higginbottom , Clerk John Wright , Deputy Clerk Joyce S. Flick

Absent: Council President Scott Deyoe

Meeting was called to order by Vice President Everling. He asked if there were any additions or corrections to the minutes of the last meeting. Mr. Adams a correction on who talked about the tornado sirens, Henry Edwards. Motion was made by Mr. Adams to accept minutes with a second by Mr. Flick. Motion passed.

Unfinished Business: Third reading of Wellhead Ordinance 2014-TBD. Third reading of Meter Rate Ordinance 2014-TBD.

New Business: Mr. Flick – None; Mr. Adams – None ; Mrs. Higginbottom – None: Mr. Everling – Reading of Military Month Declaration.

Park Advisory Board: Jolene Rule report and request for funding of $250 for flowers. Mr. Flick made motion for $250 seconded by Joyce Higginbottom Motion passed.

Clerk Treasurer: Mr. Wright – None

Guests: Mr. Hardy spoke on rain water flooding problems in his area.

Motion was made by Scott Flick and seconded by Joyce Higginbottom at 7:00 PM to adjourn meeting.

Town Council Minutes April 1, 2014

Town Council Meeting
April 1, 2014 6:30 PM


Present: Todd Everling, Dan Adams, J. Scott Flick, Joyce Higginbottom , Clerk John Wright , Deputy Clerk Joyce S. Flick
Absent: Council President Scott Deyoe


Meeting was called to order by Vice President Everling. He asked if there were any additions or corrections to the minutes of the last meeting. Motion was made by Mr. Adams to accept minutes with a second by Mr. Flick. Motion passed.


Mr. Peelle: Had nothing


Engineer: Ryan Brauen – Absent. Bryan Klein reported on the progress at the sewage plant. 80-85% completed.


Greentown Fire Department Report: Tom Hendricks 58 EMS 8 fire 4 rescue – a reminder about burning to be careful.


Police Report: Reading of report – Motion to approve Dan Adams. Scott Flick seconded.


Water and Street Report: Reading of report. Motion to approve first by Scott Flick, seconded by Joyce Higginbottom.


Wastewater: Reading of report. Motion to approve first by Scott Flick, seconded by Joyce Higginbottom.


Park Advisory Board: No Report


Unfinished Business: Second reading of Wellhead Ordinance 2014-TBD. Second reading of Meter Rate Ordinance 2014-TBD.


New Business: Mr. Flick – None; Mr. Adams – None ; Mrs. Higginbottom – None: Mr. Everling – None.


Clerk Treasurer: Mr. Wright – Eastern School ad for seniors. Should do as we have in the past. Half page town, half page police.


Guests: Josh Edwards questions about the tornado siren at the fire station. Can it be turned back on or moved.



Motion was made by Scott Flick and seconded by Joyce Higginbottom at 7:15 PM to adjourn meeting.

Town Council Minutes March 18, 2014

Town Council Meeting

March 18, 2014 6:30 PM

Present: Council Members: Scott Deyoe, Todd Everling, Dan Adams, J. Scott Flick: Deputy Clerk Joyce S. Flick as Acting Clerk-Treasurer; Jeremy Peelle, Town Attorney

Absent: Council member Joyce Higginbottom

Meeting was called to order by President Deyoe. He asked if there were any additions or corrections to the minutes of the last meeting. Motion was made by Mr. Flick to accept minutes with a second by Mr. Everling. Motion passed.

Mr. Peelle: Brought 3 Ordinance drafts he worked on. 1) Utility fees, service charges and Meter Deposit rate changes; 2) Election clarification for the county on who votes for candidates in electing council members; and 3) Adoption of the Wellhead Protection Standards within town limits.

Motion was made by Mr. Everling with second by Mr. Flick to suspend three readings on Ordinance 2014-2 stating basically that each council member has to reside in town in the ward they are elected to represent, but all residents are able to vote to elect each one to their position. Clerk Treasurer also has to reside within town limits and is voted upon by entire in town population. Verbal vote was called from each member. Mr. Flick – Aye; Mr. Adams – Aye; Mr. Everling – Aye: Mr. Deyoe – Aye. Passed.

First readings for ordinances: Mr. Deyoe read Ordinance 2014-TBD amending rates and customer deposits and also Ordinance 2014-TBD an ordinance adoption the Wellhead Protection Plans Standards within town limits.

Unfinished Business: None

New Business: Mr. Flick – None; Mr. Adams – None ; Mr. Everling – None; Mr. Deyoe 1) read information from Howard County Surveyor letting the town know of spraying to take place of woody vegetation along J Loop and Brunk ditches. Twenty five foot of the 75 foot easement will be affected along these ditches. 2) Town received certificate of membership in good standing from Indiana Rural Water Association that is in effect until 1/7/2015. 3) Mr. Deyoe got a call from Chris Hamm asking if a council member or plan commission member would like to be on a 36 member board to study how to bring some money to our area for economic development. He will send information to these members to see if anyone is interested in attending the first meeting on March 20.

Clerk Treasurer: Since a political party in Howard County was not able to appoint anyone to Clerk Treasurer position it fell to the council to fill. Mr. John D. Wright approached council about this position. Motion was made by Mr. Everling and a second by Mr. Flick to accept Mr. Wright as new Clerk Treasurer. Verbal vote was taken: Mr. Everling – Aye; Mr. Adams – Aye; Mr. Flick – Aye; Mr. Deyoe – Aye. Mr. Wright was sworn into office.

Guests: Garry Hill asked about having Howard Street closed from Main to Grant from 10-2 PM on Saturday July 12 for a stop by a motorcycle ride honoring his stepson, Mike Andry, who was killed last July on a motorcycle. Council agreed by consensus and asked Mr. Hill to get with Marshall Bennett and Kevin Moss about barricades to use that day.

Motion was made by Mr. Flick and seconded by Mr. Adams to adjourn meeting. Meeting adjourned at 7::00 PM.

Town Council Meeting minutes March 4, 2014

Town Council Meeting

March 4, 2014 6:30 PM

Present: Council Members: Scott Deyoe, Dan Adams, Todd Everling, J. Scott Flick: Deputy Clerk Joyce S. Flick as Acting Clerk-Treasurer; Jeremy Peelle, Town Attorney

Absent: Council member Joyce Higginbottom

Meeting was called to order by President Scott Deyoe. He asked if there were any additions or corrections to the minutes of the last meeting. A motion was made by Mr. Flick to approve the minutes with a second by Mr. Adams. Motion passed.

Mr. Peelle: (1) Will draft and prepare an ordinance for proposed changes to the Water Ordinance of raise in fees, service charges and Meter Deposit. That will be ready for the 3^rd week meeting. (2) Question had been raised by Kevin Moss, Superintendent about the Wellhead Protection Plan. Mr. Peelle stated he would check to see if an ordinance was done when the Wellhead Protection Plan was adopted within the town limits.

Engineer: Mr. Ryan Brauen from Wessler reported (1) the contractor working on the new wastewater treatment plant is optimistic to be done in April with the substantial completion with final completion July 12(this includes the additional days requested because of weather). (2) Change order #4 was discussed and the total increase would be approximately $53,000 with 42 days of extension. This is within the contingency amount to the project budgeted when going into the project. (3) TCI workers have been using Town maintenance building for work and storage without compensation to town for power and heat. Bryan has run them out. (4) Discussion about the building project concluded they are 85% complete in the process. The raw sewage pumps, screen (now not frozen), oxidation ditch, surge tank and affluent structures are all on line. The only critical component not complete is the digesters which are large concrete structures and needs warmer weather to pour concrete. (5) Wessler is now also working on (a) getting our MDPS Permit updated to reflect the modification to our plant and (b) a manual on maintenance and operation of the new plant; the manual will also give a summary of how they designed the plant and how it is meant to be operated. This is a requirement of agreed order.

Police Report: Police report was read by Mr. Deyoe. Mr. Everling asked Marshal Bennett to get with Jordan Buckley, IT about programs and solutions they need for the new lap top computers. Mr. Everling made motion to accept report as read with a second by Mr. Flick. Motion passed.

Water & Street Report: Mr. Deyoe read the report(1) He stated there had been great effort of all employees working together to clear snow and cleaning catch basins to help with the flooding from recent snow melt and rain. (2) Kevin presented possibility of putting a dehumidifier in at the Water Plant per recommendation by Rex Byers Heating & Cooling to better control humidity without having to keep the temperature so low during the summer. Council approved the $2,400.00 cost stating it will help with the life of equipment so this would be a maintenance issue. Motion was then made by Mr. Flick to accept the report as read with a second by Mr. Adams. Motion passed.

Fountain: Dwight Schaaf submitted a proposal to do maintenance and replacement of things to get the fountain back up and running. The cost is $5,200.00. Main Street is to help with this project. Kevin Moss was asked to schedule Dwight Schaaf to begin work on the fountain as soon as possible.

Wastewater Plant Report: Mr. Deyoe read the report. Bryan Klein, Superintendent, stated (1) that two times with the snow melt and rain the plant was close to discharging close to maximum for the new plant. Mr. Deyoe said the town might need a manhole party at the next large rain to help find where extra storm water is coming into town and running into our plant system. (2) Lab training is finished and with using our own equipment instead of sending lab work out will save $5,500.00 annually. (3) Liquid sludge wasting down to solids will save us approximaetely $4,000 each load with the system we are now using instead of having Merrill Bros. dispose of it for us. There will also be an improvement when our digesters are on line. Motion was made by Mr. Flick and seconded by Mr. Everling to accept Wastewater report. Motion passed.

Park Advisory Board: Jolene Rule, Chairman, stated they are to have a meeting next week and will have a report next month.

Unfinished Business: Mr. Flick – None; Mr. Adams – Michelle Monize asked him if a permit was needed for Little League kickoff parade. Council said she should coordinate with Marshall Bennett about this; Mr. Everling – Nothing; Joyce Flick – Nothing; Mr. Deyoe – stated John Wright approched council about the vacant Clerk Treasurer position. He was told to contact David Tharp, Howard Co. Democratic Party as they are now in the position to appoint someone. If they don't act the council can take action and fill the position.

New Business: Mr. Deyoe stated (1) there will be a new policy on pool fills this year to give a break in wastewater for the month of May only because all residents will be on the Summer Sprinkling Credit for the months of June, July and August. There are stipulations for those applyiing for this credit. A notice will be put in the Grapevine. (2) Document Delinquent Arrangement Policy on utilities is in the process. (3) April is the month of the Military Child. There is a statewide Purple Up day on Tuesday April 15. Mrs. Flick will work on getting others in the town on board with this. Mr. Deyoe stated that it is the least we can do to recognize the children of military families.

Guests: Ray Mumaw, when discussing the budget I had asked if funds were available for hiring another police officer? Mr. Deyoe said there are funds, but they are being cautious and are waiting for the OK that the budget will not be cut. The police subcommittee is ready to work with Marshall Bennett to get another officer on the streets as soon as they hear from the state. Mr. Mumaw said he appreciates seeing our officers in town day and night.

Motion was made by Mr. Everling to adjourn meeting with a second by Mr. Flick. All agreed.Meeting adjourned at 7:20 PM.

Town Council meeting minutes February 18, 2014

Town Council Meeting

February 18, 2014 6:30 PM

Present: Council Members: Scott Deyoe, Dan Adams, Todd Everling, J. Scott Flick: Deputy Clerk Joyce S. Flick as Acting Clerk-Treasurer; Jeremy Peelle, Town Attorney

Absent: Council member Joyce Higginbottom

Meeting was called to order by President Scott Deyoe. He asked if there were any additions or corrections to the minutes of January 21, 2014 meeting. A motion was made by Mr. Flick to approve the minutes with a second by Mr. Everling. Motion passed.

Jeremy Peelle: nothing

Engineer: Mr. Deyoe reported the Ryan Braun is in the process of a move to Ohio but is available by phone and that Brad Robinson from the Indianapolis office is handling some of the day to day things needed. Mr. Deyoe reviewed the status of the new plant. 1) The 02 dish is back on line. 2) The only major things left to build are the digesters. 3) Because of the severe weather we have had, the builders TCI asked for and received approval of an extension on the contract of 9 days in case they need them because of financial penalties. 4) we are fine on the budget so far. 5) we do still have increased flow during wet weather events so capacity in the plant will be used.

Fire Department: No report

Police Report: This report was read and a motion was made to approve the report by Mr. Everling with a second by Mr. Adams. Motion passed.

Water & Street Report: Report was read. Bryan: 1) There was some discussion about getting rid of sludge and things will get better in costs after digesters are on line. 2) Lab training was charged to the first of March because of the bad weather. 3) The plant is approximately 85% finished. 4) 80% of the new plant is now in operation. A motion was made by Mr. Flick to approve the report with a second by Mr. Everling. Motion passed.

Park Advisory Board: Nothing

New Business: (1) Mr. Flick :None (2) Mr. Adams: Commended the town workers on a job of cleaning our streets. Other council members agreed. (3) Mr. Everling: No new business. (4) Mr. Deyoe: No new business. (5) Deputy Clerk Joyce Flick: Annual Report will be in the paper the next day.

Guests: None to speak.

Motion was made by Mr. Flick to adjourn with a second by Mr. Everling. Meeting adjourned at 6:48 PM.

Town Council Minutes January 21, 2014

Town Council Meeting

January 21, 2014

Present: Council Members: Scott Deyoe, Todd Everling, and J. Scott Flick; Joyce S. Flick Deputy Clerk – Treasurer; Jeremy Peelle, Town Attorney.

Absent: Joyce Higginbottom, Dan Adams

The meeting was called to order by president, Scott Deyoe. He asked if there were any additions or corrections on the minutes of the last meeting they had received. Todd Everling made motion to ccept the minutes with a second by Scott Flick. All in favor. Motion passed.

Jeremy Peelle: (1) Contract for Klein Enterprises, LLC. (2) Ordinance requesting Howard County Clerk to start running town elections for 2014, 2016 and thereafter.

Unfinished Business: Permanent contract with Klein Enterprise LLC for services to supervise the Wastewater Treatment Plant operation, maintaining Wastewater collection system elements and supervise all Watewater personnel. This will be a 1 year contract beginning January 1, 2014 – December 31, 2014 with an automatic renewal on the last day of the term unless terminated by mutual agreement. Klein Enterprise, LLC has obtained insurance coverage for general liability in an amount not less than 1 million dollars and provides the policy with the town. Monthly Income will be $4,791.67 upon receipt of an invoice, for all services rendered as part of the contract.

New Business: Mr. Flick – No. Mr. Everling – No. Acting Clerk Mrs. Flick – No. Mr. Deyoe brought up Ordinance 2014 -1. This Ordinance is to establish the election schedules for the Town. It states that it would be in the best interest of the citizens of the Town of Greentown to have the elections of the Council Members and Clerk Treasurer to coincide with the general elections of the County. It establishes the schedule of election of the Town Legislative Body in keeping with the Ord. 2010-5 which established that 3 members will be elected at different times than the other 2 so there would always be established members on the council. It also establishes that our elections will be run by the Howard County Clerk beginning in 2014 and 2016 and thereafter. A motion was made by Mr. Everling and seconded by Mr. Flick suspending the normal three readings of an ordinance before being passed. All in favor so motion passed.

Mr. Deyoe read Ordinance 2014-1 “An Ordinance Establishing Election Schedules for the Town of Greentown”. Questions or Discussion? None. Verbal vote was called from each member present. Mr. Flick – Aye, Mr. Everling – Aye. Ordinance 2014-1 was passed and signed.

No further business.

Guests: Mark Lantz just moved to town in November 2013. Thanked the Town and Street Department for great job of cleaning streets of all the snow.

Motion to adjourn by Mr. Flick and seconded by Mr. Everling. Motion passed and meeting adjourned. Meeting adjourned at 6:45 PM.

Toun Council Minute January 7, 2014

Town Council Meeting January 7, 2014 7:30 PM

Present: Council Members: Dan Adams, Todd Everling and J. Scott Flick: Joyce S. Flick, Deputy Clerk – Treasurer: Jeremy Peele, Town Attorney.

Absent: Scott Deyoe, Joyce Higginbottom

The meeting was brought to order with the reorganizational voting for president of Town Council. Todd Everling passed the first motion for Scott Deyoe for Town President, Scott Flick seconded the motion. A motion was asked for Vice President. Scott Flick made a motion for Todd Everling for Vice President and Dan Adams seconded that motion.

The Planning Commission was brought to order for the reorganizational motion for chairman. Todd Everling made a motion for Gary Lacy as Chairman of Planning Commission and Scott Flick seconded the motion. Scott Flick made a motion for Ray Mumaw as Vice Chairman, Todd Everling seconded the motion. Scott Flick made a motion for Clark Walker as Secretary, Todd Everling seconded the motion. The Plan Commission members appointed were Don Downs, Scott Flick, Todd Everling, adding Joyce Higginbottom and removing Dan Adams.

Gary Hill accepted the Planning Commission Administrator position.

The Board of Zoning did not have enough for a quorum. A special meeting will be held.

The meeting was brought to order by Vice President Todd Everling, Motion made by Dan Adams to accept the minutes of the previous meeting. Mr. Flick seconded. Motion passed.

Jeremy Peele: (1) Jeremy responded to Jeff Bennett’s question on 419 N. Green zoning complaints. Running a business from home and advertising the business without zoning. Jeremy had updated Bryan Klein’s Contract at wastewater Treatment Plant to be voted on at the January 21, Town Council Meeting.

Ryan Brauen: Unable due to snow storm. He sent an email to everyone and it was read by Todd Everling.

Greentown Fire Department Report: No one present from Greentown Fire department.

New Business: (1) Marshall Jeff Bennett asked the council members to have the 2005 Ford Police vehicle looked at for the repair of a new battery and the transmission work to be completed. The council told Jeff to get a battery and get two estimates for the transmission and go with the best price. (2) Bryan Klein asked the council for four new tires on the wastewater Truck. The council told Bryan to get couple estimates and go with best price.

Motion to adjourn was made by Mr. Adams, seconded by Mr. Flick. Motion passed. Meeting adjourned at 8:05 pm.

Town Council Minutes December 17, 2013

Town Council Meeting December 17, 3013 7:30 PM

Present : Council members: Dan Adams, Todd Everling, and J. Scott Flick; Terri Sommers, Clerk-Treasurer; Jeremy Peele, Town Attorney.

Absent : Scott Deyoe, Joyce Higginbottom

The meeting was brought to order by Vice President Dan Adams. R Everling made the motion to accept minutes of the previous meting, Mr. Flick seconded, Motion passed.

Jeremy Peele: (1) Jeremy presented his contract for 2014, which is the same as previous years.

New Business: (1) Mr. Everling told the council that the Clerk Treasurer has informed him that the laptops for the police department, which had been voted on and approved at the last meeting, were out of stock, so he will search for another deal. (2) Mr. Adams read the 2014 Salary Ordinance #2013-5. After the reading, Mr. Everling made a motion to suspend the next two readings of the ordinance. Mr. Flick seconded the motion, motion passed. Mr. Flick then made a motion to accept the salary ordinance as read. Mr. Everling seconded, motion passed. 9#0 Mr. Flick made a motion to accept the Town Attorney’s contract as written, Mr. Everling seconded, Motion passed. (4) Mr. Adams announced that the Wastewater Superintendent will be contracted starting January 1, instead of being a salaried employee. Bryan Klein (Klein Enterprises, LLC) will be in charge of all operation at the WWTP. The contract will be presented and voted on at the January 7, 2014 meeting (5) Mr. Adams announced a change to the meeting times for 2014. Beginning in January caucus will begin at 6:00 pm, with council meeting at 6:30 pm. This is one hour earlier than the meting times have been in the past. He also announced the Reorganizational Meeting to be held on January 7, 2014, as follows:

6:00 pm Town Council Reorganization

6:15 pm Plan Commission Reorganization

6:30 pm Board of Zoning Appeals Reorganization

7:00 pm Town Council Caucus

7:30 pm Town Council Meeting

Guests: (1) Jolene Rule addressed the Comprehensive Plan/Memorandum of Understanding regarding the two-mile buffer zone around Greentown, dated may 2002. Attorney Jeremy Peele stated that he will follow up on this.

Motion to adjourn was made by Mr. Flick, seconded by Mr. Everling. Motion passed. Meeting adjourned at 7:58 pm.