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MINUTES OF THE CITY-COUNTY COUNCIL AND

SPECIAL SERVICE DISTRICT COUNCILS OF

INDIANAPOLIS, MARION COUNTY, INDIANA

REGULAR MEETINGS

MONDAY, AUGUST 13, 2018

The City-County Council of Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana and the Indianapolis Police

Special Service District Council, Indianapolis Fire Special Service District Council and

Indianapolis Solid Waste Collection Special Service District Council convened in regular

concurrent sessions in the Council Chamber of the City-County Building at 7:10 p.m. on Monday,

August 13, 2018, with Councillor Osili presiding.

Councillor Simpson recognized Reverend Malachi Walker of the Greater Eastern Church of God,

who led the opening prayer. Councillor Simpson then invited all present to join him in the Pledge

of Allegiance to the Flag.

ROLL CALL

The President instructed the Clerk to take the roll call and requested members to register their

presence on the voting machine. The roll call was as follows:

24 PRESENT: Adamson, Coats, Cordi, Evans, Fanning, Gray, Holliday, Jackson, Johnson,

Kreider, Lewis, Mascari, McHenry, McQuillen, Miller, Mowery, Oliver, Osili, Pfisterer, Ray,

Robinson, Scales, Simpson, Wesseler

1 ABSENT: Clay

A quorum of 24 members being present, the President called the meeting to order.

INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS AND VISITORS

Councillor Jackson recognized all those in attendance to support Proposal No. 275, 2018, the

proposal against gun violence, and all law enforcement personnel. Councillor Kreider recognized

prayer caucus leader, Pastor Tim Lindsey, and students and staff of Perry Meridian High School.

Councillor Pfisterer recognized Assistant Township Trustee of Wayne Township, Susan Scott, and

her husband Rick Scott, who is one of the chiefs on the Wayne Fire Department. Councillor

Adamson recognized social justice activist Tony Davis, and AFSCME workers George Cravey and

Michael Torres. Councillor Miller recognized long-time friend John Lin, and the Boy Scout Troop

he has brought with him this evening. Councillor Oliver recognized members of the Masjid Al

Mu’Mineen.

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OFFICIAL COMMUNICATIONS

The President recognized the Honorable Joseph H. Hogsett, Mayor, who shared the following

remarks:

President Osili, Vice President Adamson, Leaders Gray and McQuillen, and members of the Council:

It has been a year since the last time we gathered together in these chambers, and much is new in

Indianapolis: Over the last eight months, our city has enjoyed the creation of thousands of new jobs for

our residents and more than 200 million dollars in capital investment for our neighborhoods.

With the leadership and support of this Council, we have taken meaningful steps to focus on equitable

economic growth so that every Indianapolis resident benefits from the rising tide of our growing city. I’m

particularly proud that -- with your help -- we have increased the average wage of new jobs in our

community by 13 percent over last year. 2

This inclusive growth strategy is also targeting investment in neighborhoods that have suffered under the

weight of factory closures.

• FedEx announced a one-point-five-billion-dollar investment into their Indianapolis hub.

• They are joined by Republic Airways, who announced plans to open a training facility that will create

six hundred jobs over the next ten years.

• Development on the Community Justice Campus is picking up steam and construction has begun --

bringing with it economic opportunity for all of the surrounding neighborhoods as well as long over-

due systemic criminal justice reforms.

• And we’re not done yet – which is why I’m proud that thanks to the leadership of Councilor Jackson,

the Council is submitting legislation tonight that will take meaningful steps to demolishing the Oak

Tree apartments on our city’s far east side, improving public safety and opening up a new gateway

for commercial investment.

In the latest Tech Thirty report, Indy ranks 5th among major metros in tech employment growth. This

momentum is driven by industry leaders like Salesforce and international tech giant Infosys who has

announced plans to build a one hundred and forty-acre campus that will employ thousands. But it is also

driven by home-grown innovators like Springbuk, Clustertruck and Lev, scale-ups who have chosen

Indianapolis for their headquarters.

Thanks to our booming local economy and to the investments made in our neighborhoods over the last

three years, both property tax collections and income tax collections are projected to increase next year –

with income tax revenue growing by twenty-two million dollars.

But we stand before the public tonight to say that while much is new across our community, we must not

abandon the judicious fiscal strategy that got us here. For the second consecutive year, thanks to the hard

work we have done together, I present to you tonight a balanced budget. One that holds the line on

spending, but is not timid. One that continues to cut wasteful bureaucracy, while still investing in critical

city services and long-underfunded infrastructure. This budget leverages the fiscal successes that we have

achieved – together – and helps to ensure the safety and vitality of Indianapolis.

Last winter, we were confronted with the reality that a failure to invest today is guaranteed to return

challenges tomorrow. Across Indianapolis, there are bridges that support thousands of residents and

commuters each day – many of them built at a time when automobile travel was an emerging technology.

There are roadways across our city that haven’t had meaningful repair or replacement since before I was

born – and, as Leader Gray will tell you... I’m NOT a young man. When this Administration took office

in early 2016, projections showed that only $39 million would be available in 2019 for roads, streets, and

sidewalk projects. It was a bleak outlook, but as our City has done time and time again, we did not shy

away from the challenge. Now – thanks to two years of focused fiscal management, significant action by

the Indiana General Assembly, and the City-County Council’s collaboration and support, we are

submitting a plan tonight that will result in an investment of more than one hundred and twenty-six million

dollars next year on our bridges, roads, streets, and – yes – sidewalks as well. And, thanks to the work of

this Council earlier this year, we have re-established the city’s Street Maintenance division and provided

the Department of Public Works with much-needed equipment. This budget continues that work, fully

funding six Street Maintenance crews that will dramatically improve our city’s ability to stop deterioration

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before it happens and maintain our neighborhood secondary and side streets. With your support, we will

continue updating twenty-eight thousand streetlights with new, energy-efficient technology to save

taxpayer dollars. Before year’s end, we will be using cost-savings from these retro-fits to install new

streetlights in locations all over the county – from (Shelby and Stop 11,) to (Shadeland and 75th.)

Even as this proposed budget would infuse millions into our city’s infrastructure, we remain committed

to stretching tax dollars to support more neighborhood projects. This budget will continue the innovative

Neighborhood Infrastructure Partnership program. Through partnerships with community groups, we

will double the effective value of the tax dollars you allocate to this program and jump start projects that

would not have otherwise been possible.

We do these things because we know that the strength of our city is directly tied to the strength of our

neighborhoods. And even as we honor our community’s past, we acknowledge that the future well-being

of Indianapolis requires us to make more and better investments in the places where we live, work, and

play.

And nowhere is this more apparent than in our efforts to combat the scourge of violent crime that continues

to affect too many of our neighbors. That’s why next year, we will continue to grow our police and public

safety efforts, both with new recruits – and new technology. The budget submitted to the council tonight

fully funds two new IMPD recruit classes next year, keeping our City on a path to fully funding a net gain

of 150 new officers by the end of 2019. We will also continue to bolster data-driven policing, as this

budget proposes investing millions in new anti-crime technology, including cameras and license plate

scanners to improve real-time enforcement against violent criminals. In continuation of a pledge made in

2016, this budget also increases the Crime Prevention Grant program by two hundred and twenty-five

thousand dollars, bringing the 2019 program allocation to 2.75 million dollars -- an increase of seven

hundred and fifty thousand dollars since 2015. Coupled with the Office of Public Health and Safety’s

Violence Prevention Partnership, and continued funding for witness protection programming, funding for

preventative programming will surpass four million dollars next year.

Councilors, thanks to your leadership, we are on the precipice of doubling our community-based crime

reduction efforts in just three years. But that’s not all – after years of necessary cuts and hard decisions,

we will for the first time this year be able to make new strategic investments in our neighborhoods. This

budget will staff Indy Parks with new recreation coordinators and athletic department positions -- crucial

personnel to engage our city’s young people. This budget will begin to undo decades of cuts in our city’s

long-term planning capabilities, putting more staff in place to help neighborhoods chart their own destiny.

This budget will fund nearly 2 million dollars in scholarships as part of Indy Achieves, allowing residents

of all ages to earn the high-quality degree or credential they need for the 21st century economy. This

budget will fund, for the first time, two full time Veteran Services Officers who will connect our veterans

to resources and help them navigate federal bureaucracy.

Furthermore, this budget will fund a long-overdue disparity study to ensure that work being done across

all of Indianapolis reflects all of Indianapolis. And because each year Animal Control officers respond

to tens of thousands of service calls, we will be adding new staff to lighten the load and increase response

times, all while making new investments in veterinarian care at our shelter facility.

2018 was a year of progress in Indianapolis. From criminal justice reform, road repaving, infrastructure

development, and community development … we are continuing to shine as a place where we work best

because we work together. Every single resident should be proud that our city can accomplish what so

many others in government can’t seem to: cooperation. Over the next two months, as you deliberate on

this budget, I ask that we do so in this spirit of cooperation. As long as we all live in One City, we should

all govern as One City. And in this way, we can all prosper … as … One City.

Thank you.

President Osili thanked Mayor Hogsett for his introduction to the budget and stated that the Council

looks forward to hearing more detail in the coming months. President Osili called for a brief recess

in order to clear the chamber.


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The President called for the reading of Official Communications. The Clerk read the following:

TO ALL MEMBERS OF THE CITY-COUNTY COUNCIL AND POLICE, FIRE AND SOLID WASTE COLLECTION SPECIAL SERVICE DISTRICT COUNCILS OF THE CITY OF INDIANAPOLIS AND MARION COUNTY, INDIANA Ladies And Gentlemen : You are hereby notified the REGULAR MEETINGS of the City-County Council and Police, Fire and Solid Waste Collection Special Service District Councils will be held in the City-County Building, in the Council Chambers, on Monday, August 13, 2018, at 7:00 p.m., the purpose of such MEETINGS being to conduct any and all business that may properly come before regular meetings of the Councils.

Respectfully, s/Vop Osili President, City-County Council

July 17, 2018 TO PRESIDENT OSILI AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY-COUNTY COUNCIL AND POLICE, FIRE AND SOLID WASTE COLLECTION SPECIAL SERVICE DISTRICT COUNCILS OF THE CITY OF INDIANAPOLIS AND MARION COUNTY, INDIANA: Ladies and Gentlemen: Pursuant to the laws of the State of Indiana, I caused to be published in the Court & Commercial Record and in the Indianapolis Star on Friday, July 20, 2018 a copy of a Legal Notice of General Ordinance No. 49, 2018 (Proposal No. 120, 2018). Respectfully, s/SaRita Hughes Clerk of the City-County Council July 30, 2018 TO PRESIDENT OSILI AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY-COUNTY COUNCIL AND POLICE, FIRE AND SOLID WASTE COLLECTION SPECIAL SERVICE DISTRICT COUNCILS OF THE CITY OF INDIANAPOLIS AND MARION COUNTY, INDIANA: Ladies and Gentlemen: I have approved with my signature and delivered this day to the Clerk of the City-County Council, SaRita Hughes, the following ordinances: FISCAL ORDINANCE NO. 17, 2018 – approves an additional appropriation of $400,000 in the 2018 Budget of the Office of Public Health and Safety (Consolidated County General Fund) to support the violence reduction initiative FISCAL ORDINANCE NO. 18, 2018 – approves transfers totalling $200,000 in the 2018 Budget of the Indianapolis Fire Department (Fire Cumulative and Fire General Funds) for station maintenance and repairs and contract materials, including costs for supplies per City plumbing, electrical and mechanical contracts GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 49, 2018 – amends the Code to add a new Sec. 431-605 to prohibit dockless bicycle share or hire programs in public rights-of-way GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 50, 2018 – amends the Code to revise outdated terminology and revise requirements for solicitations entering on private premises to add a non-solicitation registry implemented by Department of Business and Neighborhood Services and impose a night time solicitation curfew for all city residences GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 51, 2018 – authorizes parking restrictions on Orly Road, from Stansted Road to County Line Road (District 20) GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 52, 2018 – authorizes parking restrictions on East 15th and Bellefontaine Streets near College Avenue (District 11) GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 53, 2018 – authorizes intersection controls at Harding Street and Waterway Boulevard (District 11) GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 54, 2018 – authorizes parking restrictions on Brookside Parkway South Drive, from Sherman Drive to Rural Street (District 17) GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 55, 2018 – authorizes parking restrictions on Court Street, between White River Parkway West Drive and Harding Street (District 16)

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GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 56, 2018 – authorizes parking restrictions on Court Street near Delaware Street (District 11) GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 57, 2018 – amends the Code to adopt new provisions within Chapter 621 regarding the residential permit parking program to formally establish the program and provide a mechanism for more enforcement GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 58, 2018 – amends the Code to adopt new provisions within Chapters 621 and 986 regarding temporary closure of metered parking spaces SPECIAL ORDINANCE NO. 8, 2018 – authorizes the issuance of Economic Development Mutifamily Housing Revenue Notes to Amber Woods, II, LP in a principal amount not to exceed $25,000,000 for the purpose of financing a portion of the costs of acquisition, renovation and equipping of a multifamily housing facility known as Amber Woods, consisting of 200 apartment units, together with functionally related and subordinate facilities (recreation and parking), located at 10202 John Jay Drive (District 14), and approves and authorizes other actions in respect thereto GENERAL RESOLUTION NO. 15, 2018 – approves and adopts the Marion County Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan Update dated July 2018 SPECIAL RESOLUTION NO. 24, 2018 – honors Warren Township Superintendent of Schools, Dena Cushenberry, upon her retirement SPECIAL RESOLUTION NO. 25, 2018 – honors Kent B. Smith upon his retirement from an impressive 33 years of service in the United States Military SPECIAL RESOLUTION NO. 26, 2018 – honors Shannon Williams, former President and General Manager for Recorder Media Group SPECIAL RESOLUTION NO. 27, 2018 – recognizes the Speedway Sparkplugs Softball team for their 2018 Indiana High School Athletic Association (IHSAA) 2A State Championship win SPECIAL RESOLUTION NO. 28, 2018 – honors Saint Theodora Excellence in Education Award recipient, Lynne Locke SPECIAL RESOLUTION NO. 29, 2018 – strongly urges the Indianapolis Public Transportation Corporation (IndyGo) to establish a Veterans' Ride-Free program for its fixed routes s/Joseph H. Hogsett, Mayor

ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA

The President proposed the adoption of the agenda as distributed. Without objection, the agenda

was adopted.

APPROVAL OF THE JOURNAL

The President called for additions or corrections to the Journals of July 16, 2018. There being no

additions or corrections, the minutes were approved as distributed.

PRESENTATION OF PETITIONS, MEMORIALS, SPECIAL RESOLUTIONS, AND

COUNCIL RESOLUTIONS

PROPOSAL NO. 310, 2018. The proposal, sponsored by Councillors Kreider, Cordi, Coats and

McQuillen, recognizes the Perry Meridian High School Bands. Councillor Kreider read the

proposal and presented representatives with a copy of the document and Council pins.

Representatives thanked the Council for the recognition. Councillor Kreider moved, seconded by

Councillor Coats, for adoption. Proposal No. 310, 2018 was adopted by a unanimous voice vote.

Proposal No. 310, 2018 was retitled SPECIAL RESOLUTION NO. 30, 2018, and reads as follows:


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CITY-COUNTY SPECIAL RESOLUTION NO. 30, 2018

A SPECIAL RESOLUTION recognizing the Perry Meridian High School Bands.

WHEREAS, the Perry Meridian High School (PMHS) Marching Falcons placed in the top three at all invitational

contests in the 2017 season, earning awards for best music and best percussion, and qualifying as an Indiana State School

Music Association (ISSMA) Scholastic Class State Finalist, with Distinction in General Effect; and

WHEREAS, the PMHS Bands earned the ISSMA All-Music Award for 2017, which requires Gold Ratings in

marching band, jazz band, concert band, and having students advance to State Solo and Ensemble finalists; and

WHEREAS, the PMHS Jazz Ensemble earned straight Gold Ratings at the Jazz Festival in Group One; and

WHEREAS, the PMHS Symphonic Band earned a Gold Rating at the ISSMA Concert Band Organizational; and

WHEREAS, the PMHS Wind Ensemble earned a Gold Rating in Sight Reading at the ISSMA State Qualifications;

and

WHEREAS, multiple students earned Gold Ratings at ISSMA State in the categories of Solo and Ensemble; and

two students, Luke Greenwood and Jordan Robbins, won Gold in Indiana Bandmasters Association All-State Band; now,

therefore:

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY-COUNTY COUNCIL OF THE

CITY OF INDIANAPOLIS AND OF MARION COUNTY, INDIANA:

SECTION 1. The Indianapolis City-County Council proudly recognizes the Perry Meridian High School Bands.

SECTION 2. The Council congratulates the PMHS Bands for their notable achievements and wishes them continued

success in all future endeavors.

SECTION 3. The Mayor is invited to join in this resolution by affixing his signature hereto.

SECTION 4. This resolution shall be in full force and effect upon adoption and compliance with

IC 36-3-4-14.

PROPOSAL NO. 311, 2018. The proposal, sponsored by Councillors Kreider, Cordi, Coats and

McQuillen, recognizes the Perry Meridian High School Choirs. Councillor Kreider read the

proposal and presented representatives with a copy of the document and Council pins.

Representatives thanked the Council for the recognition. Councillor Kreider moved, seconded by

Councillor Coats, for adoption. Proposal No. 311, 2018 was adopted by a unanimous voice vote.



A SPECIAL RESOLUTION recognizing the Perry Meridian High School Choirs.

WHEREAS, Perry Meridian High School (PMHS) earned the Indiana State School Music Association (ISSMA) All

Choir Award for the seventh year in a row; and

WHEREAS, eight ensembles (including 72 singers overall) and nine soloists received Gold Ratings at State Solo

and Ensembles Competition, with 18 Gold Ratings in vocal events won at the District Level; and

WHEREAS, Then & Now, Silver Symphonic Singers, and the Freshman Choir received Gold Ratings in sight-

reading; and

WHEREAS, Then & Now and Standing Room Only (SRO) Choirs each won first runner-up in the Concert Choir

category at the Franklin Central Hoosier Show Choir Classic (HSCC) Competition, Gold Ratings at the ISSMA Show

Choir Contest, and “With Distinction” Golds at the ISSMA State Qualifications; and

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WHEREAS, two PMHS singers were selected for the 2018 Indiana All-State Choir: Max Sandefer and Laine

Scifres; and

WHEREAS, every choir received Gold Ratings from all judges for performances at ISSMA Concert Choir Contests;

now, therefore:



SECTION 1. The Indianapolis City-County Council proudly recognizes the Perry Meridian High School Choirs.

SECTION 2. The Council congratulates PMHS Choirs for their notable achievements and wishes them continued success

in all future endeavors.


SECTION 4. This resolution shall be in full force and effect upon adoption and compliance with IC 36-3-4-14.

PROPOSAL NO. 312, 2018. The proposal, sponsored by Councillor Oliver, honors Masjid Al

Mu'Mineen for their support and contribution to the community by facilitating the advancement of

spiritual, community and economic development goals. Councillor Oliver read the proposal and

presented representatives with copies of the document and Council pins. Representatives thanked

the Council for the recognition. Councillor Oliver moved, seconded by Councillor Lewis, for

adoption. Proposal No. 312, 2018 was adopted by a unanimous voice vote.



A SPECIAL RESOLUTION honoring Masjid Al Mu'Mineen for their support and contribution to the community by

facilitating the advancement of spiritual, community, and economic development goals, with a fundamental mission to

work to fill the overall aspirations and spiritual needs according to the Qur'an and Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad.

WHEREAS, Masjid Al Mu'Mineen was established in 2000 to fill a void for a Masjid on the eastside of

Indianapolis, and is the second Masjid in Indiana to establish five salat and salatal jumu’a; and

WHEREAS, founding members insured in their by-laws to be open to all with an emphasis on Quran, the Sunnah,

and community service; and

WHEREAS, in 2001, Masjid Al Mu'Mineen purchased a 7,000-square-foot facility and began building renovations

by adding a prayer area, wudu area, and the cosmetics necessary for a comfortable house of prayer; and

WHEREAS, Masjid Al Mu'Mineen’s legal status is a non-profit Indiana organization managed by a Shurah Board

with constitution and by-laws; and

WHEREAS, SHARE Indianapolis, Inc., is the social service arm of the Masjid, a social and advocacy center which

provide services such as a food bank; a quarterly health clinic, summer feeding program for children, a youth summer

camp, MLK Day of service, back-to-school giveaways, addiction counseling, food distribution, referral services for job

training, employment, housing and counseling, and Siraatal Mustaqiim (The Straight Path), which is a support group for

men and women recently released from incarceration; now, therefore:



SECTION 1. The Indianapolis City-County Council honors Masjid Al Mu'Mineen for their support and contribution to

the community by facilitating the advancement of spiritual, community, and economic development goals, with a

fundamental mission to work to fill the overall aspirations and spiritual needs according to the Qur'an and Sunnah of the

Prophet Muhammad.


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SECTION 2. The Council extends its appreciation for the work of Masjid Al Mu’Mineen in the community and wishes

them continued success.



PROPOSAL NO. 313, 2018. The proposal, sponsored by Councillor Osili, honors the recent work

of the Rethink 65/70 Coalition as an exciting example of citizen engagement. Councillor Osili read

the proposal and presented representatives with copies of the document and Council pins.

Representatives thanked the Council for the recognition. Councillor Adamson moved, seconded

by Councillor Fanning, to postpone Proposal No. 313, 2018 until September 10, 2018. The

proposal was postponed by a unanimous voice vote.

PROPOSAL NO. 327, 2018. The proposal, sponsored by Councillors Pfisterer, Adamson and

Johnson, recognizes Michael Lamont Greene for going above and beyond in his teaching duties at

Paramount School of Excellence. Councillor Pfisterer read the proposal and presented Mr. Greene

with a copy of the document and Council pin. Mr. Greene thanked the Council for the recognition.

Councillor Pfisterer moved, seconded by Councillor Adamson, for adoption. Proposal No. 327,

2018 was adopted by a unanimous voice vote.



A SPECIAL RESOLUTION recognizing Michael Lamont Greene for going above and beyond in his teaching duties at

Paramount School of Excellence.

WHEREAS, Michael Greene teaches fifth grade at Paramount School of Excellence, a charter school located on the

near eastside of Indianapolis; and

WHEREAS, even at an early age, Michael knew he wanted to teach or be involved in a school setting in some

capacity in life; and began by participating in grade school as a classroom monitor and classroom helper, later helping to

host after-school functions and events; and

WHEREAS, with a true heart for children and teaching, Mr. Greene took special efforts with Maela Spainhower, a

new student who, along with her parents, were getting used to a new diagnosis of a hair pulling disorder called

Trichotillomania; to make sure that she not only succeeded and learned in his class setting, but that she was treated with

respect by her classmates and flourished under his watchful eye; and

WHEREAS, when it came time for Mae to move from fourth to fifth grade, she was thrilled to learn that Mr. Greene

would be moving on to teach fifth grade and she could continue as his student and receive the same encouragement and

patience that had helped her to thrive and exceed expectations; and

WHEREAS, being such an attentive and caring teacher, Mr. Greene takes time to tutor children after school, serves

as a mentor, and is part of the school’s Social Committee Team; and

WHEREAS, Michael and his wife Krystin have four children of their own to nurture as well: Patrycia, Isaac, and

twins Christian and Jordan, and the family attends Grace Apostolic Church, where Michael also serves as praise and

worship leader, choir director, and bus driver; now, therefore:



SECTION 1. The Indianapolis City-County Council proudly recognizes Michael Lamont Greene for going above and

beyond in his teaching duties at Paramount School of Excellence.

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SECTION 2. The Council wishes Mr. Greene, his family and all of the students whose lives he touches continued success

in all future endeavors.



Councillor Simpson reported that the Administration and Finance Committee heard Proposal Nos.

253-255, 2018 on July 17, 2018. He asked for consent to vote on these proposals together. Consent

was given.

PROPOSAL NO. 253, 2018. The proposal, sponsored by Councillor Simpson, reappoints Janai

Downs to the Equal Opportunity Advisory Board. PROPOSAL NO. 254, 2018. The proposal,

sponsored by Councillor Simpson, reappoints Marion Faye Godwin to the Equal Opportunity

Advisory Board. PROPOSAL NO. 255, 2018. The proposal, sponsored by Councillor Simpson,

reappoints Douglas Huntsinger to the Equal Opportunity Advisory Board. By 8-0 votes, the

Committee reported the proposals to the Council with the recommendation that they do pass.

Councillor Simpson moved, seconded by Councillor Pfisterer, for adoption. Proposal Nos. 253-

255, 2018 were adopted on the following roll call vote; viz:

24 YEAS: Adamson, Coats, Cordi, Evans, Fanning, Gray, Holliday, Jackson, Johnson, Kreider,

Lewis, Mascari, McHenry, McQuillen, Miller, Mowery, Oliver, Osili, Pfisterer, Ray, Robinson,

Scales, Simpson, Wesseler

0 NAYS:

1 ABSENT: Clay

Proposal No. 253, 2018 was retitled COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 66, 2018, and reads as

follows:

CITY-COUNTY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 66, 2018

A COUNCIL RESOLUTION reappointing Janai Downs to the Equal Opportunity Advisory Board.



SECTION 1. As a member of the Equal Opportunity Advisory Board, the Council reappoints:

Janai Downs

SECTION 2. The reappointment made by this resolution is for a term ending June 30, 2021. The person appointed by

this resolution shall serve at the pleasure of the Council and for sixty (60) days after the expiration of such term or until such

earlier date as successor is appointed and qualifies.


follows:


A COUNCIL RESOLUTION reappointing Marion Faye Godwin to the Equal Opportunity Advisory Board.




Marion Faye Godwin


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SECTION 2.The reappointment made by this resolution is for a term ending June 30, 2021. The person appointed by this

resolution shall serve at the pleasure of the Council and for sixty (60) days after the expiration of such term or until such



follows:


A COUNCIL RESOLUTION reappointing Douglas Huntsinger to the Equal Opportunity Advisory Board.




Douglas Huntsinger

SECTION 2. The reappointment made by this resolution is for a term ending June 30, 2021. The person appointed by

this resolution shall serve at the pleasure of the Council and for sixty (60) days after the expiration of such term or until such


Councillor Lewis reported that the Metropolitan and Economic Development Committee heard

Proposal Nos. 257-266, 2018 on July 30, 2018. She asked for consent to vote on Proposal Nos.

258-265, 2018 together. Consent was given.

PROPOSAL NO. 257, 2018. The proposal, sponsored by Councillors Lewis and Adamson,

appoints Brian Robinson to the Metropolitan Board of Zoning Appeals, Division I. By a 10-0 vote,

the Committee reported the proposal to the Council with the recommendation that it do pass.

Councillor Lewis moved, seconded by Councillor Adamson, for adoption. Proposal No. 257, 2018

was adopted on the following roll call vote; viz:


follows:




0 NAYS:

1 ABSENT: Clay


follows:


A COUNCIL RESOLUTION appointing Brian Robinson to the Metropolitan Board of Zoning Appeals, Division I.



SECTION 1. As a member of the Metropolitan Board of Zoning Appeals, Division I, the Council appoints:

Brian Robinson

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SECTION 2. The appointment made by this resolution is for a term ending December 31, 2018. The person appointed

by this resolution shall serve at the pleasure of the Council and until his successor is appointed and qualifies unless the

duration of the holdover period for this office is limited by statute.

PROPOSAL NO. 258, 2018. The proposal, sponsored by Councillors Lewis, Adamson and Miller,

appoints Edward Battista to the Greater Virginia Avenue Corridor Economic Improvement District

Board. PROPOSAL NO. 259, 2018. The proposal, sponsored by Councillors Lewis, Adamson

and Miller, appoints Matt Cremer to the Greater Virginia Avenue Corridor Economic Improvement

District Board. PROPOSAL NO. 260, 2018. The proposal, sponsored by Councillors Lewis,

Adamson and Miller, appoints Jacob Dietrich to the Greater Virginia Avenue Corridor Economic

Improvement District Board. PROPOSAL NO. 261, 2018. The proposal, sponsored by

Councillors Lewis, Adamson and Miller, appoints Terri Garcia to the Greater Virginia Avenue

Corridor Economic Improvement District Board. PROPOSAL NO. 262, 2018. The proposal,

sponsored by Councillors Lewis, Adamson and Miller, appoints Mike Halstead to the Greater

Virginia Avenue Corridor Economic Improvement District Board. PROPOSAL NO. 263, 2018.

The proposal, sponsored by Councillors Lewis, Adamson and Miller, appoints Trinity Hart to the

Greater Virginia Avenue Corridor Economic Improvement District Board. PROPOSAL NO. 264,

2018. The proposal, sponsored by Councillors Lewis, Adamson and Miller, appoints Linda

Osborne to the Greater Virginia Avenue Corridor Economic Improvement District Board.

PROPOSAL NO. 265, 2018. The proposal, sponsored by Councillors Lewis, Adamson and Miller,

appoints Paul Smith to the Greater Virginia Avenue Corridor Economic Improvement District

Board. By 9-0 votes, the Committee reported the proposals to the Council with the

recommendation that they do pass.

Councillor Miller thanked the Council for the designation of the Economic Improvement District

and support of these appointments.

Councillor Holliday asked to abstain to avoid the appearance of a conflict of interest. Consent was

given.

Councillor Lewis moved, seconded by Councillor Miller, for adoption. Proposal Nos. 258-265,

2018 were adopted on the following roll call vote; viz:

23 YEAS: Adamson, Coats, Cordi, Evans, Fanning, Gray, Jackson, Johnson, Kreider, Lewis,

Mascari, McHenry, McQuillen, Miller, Mowery, Oliver, Osili, Pfisterer, Ray, Robinson, Scales,

Simpson, Wesseler

0 NAYS:

1 NOT VOTING: Holliday

1 ABSENT: Clay


follows:


A COUNCIL RESOLUTION appointing Edward Battista to the Greater Virginia Avenue Corridor Economic Improvement

District Board.



SECTION 1. As a member of the Greater Virginia Avenue Corridor Economic Improvement District Board, the Council

appoints:


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Edward Battista

SECTION 2. The appointment made by this resolution is for a term ending June 30, 2021. The person appointed by this

resolution shall serve at the pleasure of the Council until his or her successor is appointed and qualifies.


follows:


A COUNCIL RESOLUTION appointing Matt Cremer to the Greater Virginia Avenue Corridor Economic Improvement

District Board.




appoints:

Matt Cremer




follows:


A COUNCIL RESOLUTION appointing Jacob Dietrich to the Greater Virginia Avenue Corridor Economic Improvement

District Board.




appoints:

Jacob Dietrich




follows:


A COUNCIL RESOLUTION appointing Terri Garcia to the Greater Virginia Avenue Corridor Economic Improvement

District Board.




appoints:

Terri Garcia

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follows:

CITY-COUNTY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 74 , 2018

A COUNCIL RESOLUTION appointing Mike Halstead to the Greater Virginia Avenue Corridor Economic Improvement

District Board.




appoints:

Mike Halstead




follows:


A COUNCIL RESOLUTION appointing Trinity Hart to the Greater Virginia Avenue Corridor Economic Improvement

District Board.




appoints:

Trinity Hart




follows:


A COUNCIL RESOLUTION appointing Linda Osborne to the Greater Virginia Avenue Corridor Economic Improvement

District Board.




appoints:

Linda Osborne




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follows:


A COUNCIL RESOLUTION appointing Paul Smith to the Greater Virginia Avenue Corridor Economic Improvement

District Board.




appoints:

Paul Smith



PROPOSAL NO. 266, 2018. The proposal, sponsored by Councillor Lewis, confirms the Mayor's

appointment of Brian Madison as the Director of the Department of Business and Neighborhood

Services. By a 9-0 vote, the Committee reported the proposal to the Council with the

recommendation that it do pass.

Councillor Miller asked to be added as a co-sponsor and said that Mr. Madison will do an excellent

job in this role.

Councillor Lewis moved, seconded by Councillor Adamson, for adoption. Proposal No. 266, 2018

was adopted on the following roll call vote; viz:




0 NAYS:

1 ABSENT: Clay


follows:


A COUNCIL RESOLUTION confirming Mayor Joseph H. Hogsett’s appointment of Brian Madison as Director of the

Department of Business and Neighborhood Services.

WHEREAS, pursuant to Sec. 226-201 of the “Revised Code of the Consolidated City and County,” the Director of the

Department of Business and Neighborhood Services is subject to confirmation by the City-County Council; and

WHEREAS, each appointment shall be for a term ending December 31 of the year the appointment is effective and until

a successor is appointed and qualified; and

WHEREAS, the Office of the Mayor has submitted to this Council the name of Brian Madison to serve as Director of

the Department of Business and Neighborhood Services; now therefore:



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SECTION 1. Brian Madison is hereby confirmed by the City-County Council to serve as Director of the Department of

Business and Neighborhood Services.

SECTION 2. Brian Madison’s term shall commence upon the passage of this resolution and expire on December 31, of the

year this appointment is effective and until a successor is appoionted and qualified.

SECTION 3. This resolution shall be in effect from and after its passage by the Council and compliance with Indiana Code §

36-3-4-14.

Councillor Robinson reported that the Public Safety and Criminal Justice Committee heard

Proposal Nos. 268-269, 2018 on July 18, 2018.

PROPOSAL NO. 268, 2018. The proposal, sponsored by Councillor Robinson, appoints Nancy

Swigonski to the Reuben Engagement Center Board. By a 10-0 vote, the Committee reported the

proposal to the Council with the recommendation that it do pass. Councillor Robinson moved,

seconded by Councillor Pfisterer, for adoption. Proposal No. 268, 2018 was adopted on the

following roll call vote; viz:




0 NAYS:

1 ABSENT: Clay


follows:


A COUNCIL RESOLUTION appointing Nancy Swigonski to the Reuben Engagement Center Board.



SECTION 1. As a member of the Reuben Engagement Center Board, fulfilling the requirement of a substance

abuse/addiction professional appointment, the Council appoints:

Nancy Swigonski


by this resolution shall serve at the pleasure of the Council and for sixty (60) days after the expiration of such term or until

such earlier date as successor is appointed and qualifies.

PROPOSAL NO. 269, 2018. The proposal, sponsored by Councillors Robinson and Pfisterer,

appoints Chris Duzenbery to the Early Intervention Planning Council. By a 10-0 vote, the

Committee reported the proposal to the Council with the recommendation that it do pass.

Councillor Pfisterer stated that Dr. Duzenbery will be a great asset to this board.

Councillor Robinson moved, seconded by Councillor Pfisterer, for adoption. Proposal No. 269,

2018 was adopted on the following roll call vote; viz:




0 NAYS:


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1 ABSENT: Clay


follows:


A COUNCIL RESOLUTION appointing Chris Duzenbery to the Early Intervention Planning Council.



SECTION 1. As a member of the Early Intervention Planning Council, the Council appoints:

Chris Duzenbery


by this resolution shall serve at the pleasure of the Council and for sixty (60) days after the expiration of such term or

until such earlier date as successor is appointed and qualifies.

PROPOSED 2019 CITY-COUNTY ANNUAL BUDGET OVERVIEW PRESENTATION

Fady Qaddoura, City Controller, made a brief PowerPoint presentation regarding the 2019

Budget, focusing on the following key points:

• A balanced budget (revenues = or exceed expenses) with no deficits

• Smart-size City-County Government by implementing cost reduction and avoidance

strategies; create efficiencies throughout the enterprise by aligning department’s

business and systems processes

• Preserve and protect fund balances

• Pay-off debt to reduce the City’s overall liabilities

• Improve services through efficiencies, not tax increases

• Enhance services to the citizens of Marion County

• Invest in public safety, infrastructure, neighborhood development, and economic

development

• Protect the City’s credit rating

Total City/County 2019 Introduced Budget

City and County Budgeted Revenues $ 1,174,764,596

City and County Budgeted Expenses $ 1,174,357,406

Adjustment/Management Reserves $ 0

Estimated Change in Fund Balance $ 407,190

Mr. Qaddoura explained the proposed Infrastructure Plan in detail:

• Updated Four Year Infrastructure Plan (2018-2022)

– Over half a billion in infrastructure projects by 2022

– Sources of Revenue:

• New gas tax dollars

• Existing Motor Vehicle Highway (MVH) and Local Road and Streets (LRS) funding

• Cumulative funds

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• State and federal grants

• Tax Increment Financing (TIF)

• County Option Income Tax (COIT) Supplemental Distribution

• Existing capital levies

– A $120 million bond resolution introduction – bonds a portion of future growth of gas taxes

Mr. Qaddoura concluded with a brief explanation of the smart-sizing initiatives planned and

included in the 2019 budget:

• Smart-size the organization by implementing cost reduction and avoidance strategies; create efficiencies

throughout the enterprise by aligning department’s business and systems processes

• Health care savings $7M

• Technology contracts $1M

• Revenue recovery $500K

• Lease re-negotiations $250K

INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSALS

PROPOSAL NO. 300, 2018. Introduced by Councillor Simpson. The Clerk read the proposal

entitled: "A Proposal for a Special Resolution which proposes a resolution of the Marion County

Local Income Tax Council to request approval from the department of local government finance to

lower the levy freeze tax rate and to cast the vote of the City-County Council on such resolution";

and the President referred it to the Administration and Finance Committee.

PROPOSAL NO. 301, 2018. Introduced by Councillor McQuillen. The Clerk read the proposal

entitled: " A Proposal for a Council Resolution which appoints Jason Dudich to the Indianapolis

City Market Corporation Board of Directors"; and the President referred it to the Metropolitan and

Economic Development Committee.

PROPOSAL NO. 302, 2018. Introduced by Councillor Jackson. The Clerk read the proposal

entitled: "A Proposal for a General Resolution which approves a request of the Department of

Metropolitan Development to purchase certain real estate owned by Indy Diamond, LLC for a

public works project at 9012 Pinehurst Dr "; and the President referred it to the Metropolitan and

Economic Development Committee.

PROPOSAL NO. 303, 2018. Introduced by Councillor Robinson. The Clerk read the proposal

entitled: "A Proposal for a General Resolution which approves the statement of benefits for TC

Heartland as an applicant for tax abatement for property located in an economic revitalization area";

and the President referred it to the Metropolitan and Economic Development Committee.

PROPOSAL NO. 304, 2018. Introduced by Councillors Adamson and Cordi. The Clerk read the

proposal entitled: "A Proposal for a General Ordinance which adds a section to the Code regarding

the use or threatened use of devices to induce performance by animals"; and the President referred

it to the Metropolitan and Economic Development Committee.

PROPOSAL NO. 305, 2018. Introduced by Councillor McQuillen. The Clerk read the proposal

entitled: "A Proposal for a Council Resolution which appoints Jim Sullivan to the Citizens Police

Complaint Board"; and the President referred it to the Public Safety and Criminal Justice

Committee.


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PROPOSAL NO. 306, 2018. Introduced by Councillors Osili, Adamson, Gray and Robinson. The

Clerk read the proposal entitled: "A Proposal for a Police Special Service District Fiscal Ordinance

which approves the tax levy and rate for the Police Special Service District for 2019"; and the

President referred it to the Public Safety and Criminal Justice Committee.

PROPOSAL NO. 307, 2018. Introduced by Councillors Osili, Adamson, Gray and Robinson. The

Clerk read the proposal entitled: "A Proposal for a Fire Special Service District Fiscal Ordinance

which approves the tax levy and rate for the Fire Special Service District for 2019"; and the

President referred it to the Public Safety and Criminal Justice Committee.

PROPOSAL NO. 308, 2018. Introduced by Councillors Osili, Adamson and Gray. The Clerk read

the proposal entitled: "A Proposal for a Solid Waste Collection Special Service District Fiscal

Ordinance which approves the tax levy and rate for the Solid Waste Collection Special Service

District for 2019"; and the President referred it to the Public Works Committee.

PROPOSAL NO. 309, 2018. Introduced by Councillors Osili, Adamson and Gray. The Clerk read

the proposal entitled: "A Proposal for a Fiscal Ordinance which adopts the annual budget for the

City of Indianapolis and Marion County for 2019"; and the President referred it to the

Administration and Finance Committee.

PROPOSAL NO. 326, 2018. Introduced by Councillors Osili, Lewis and Mascari. The Clerk read

the proposal entitled: "A Proposal for a Special Ordinance which approves the issuance of

IndyRoads Bonds in an amount not to exceed $120,000,000, and if necessary, interim financing

notes, to fund certain thoroughfare infrastructure projects (street, road, bridge, traffic signal, curb

and sidewalk construction, reconstruction and improvements) throughout the city, and approves

and authorizes other actions in respect thereto "; and the President referred it to the Public Works

Committee.

SPECIAL ORDERS - PRIORITY BUSINESS

PROPOSAL NO. 314, 2018, PROPOSAL NO. 315, 2018, PROPOSAL NOS. 316-323, 2018 and

PROPOSAL NO. 324, 2018. Introduced by Councillor Lewis. Proposal No. 314, 2018, Proposal

No. 315, 2018, Proposal Nos. 316-323, 2018 and Proposal No. 324, 2018 are proposals for

Rezoning Ordinances certified for approval by the Metropolitan Development Commission on July

24 and August 3 and 7, 2018. The President called for any motions for public hearings on any of

those zoning maps changes. There being no motions for public hearings, the proposed ordinances,

pursuant to IC 36-7-4-608, took effect as if adopted by the City-County Council, were retitled for

identification as REZONING ORDINANCE NOS. 75-85, 2018, the original copies of which

ordinances are on file with the Metropolitan Development Commission, which were certified as

follows:

REZONING ORDINANCE NO. 75, 2018.

2016-ZON-078

2201 East 46th Street (Approximate Address)

Washington Township, Council District #9

Home Sense, LLC, by David Kingen and Justin Kingen

Rezoning of 1.45 acres from the C-S (W-1) district to the C-S (W-1) classification to provide for office

uses, a plumbing contractor, heating/cooling contractor, catering, restaurant, event center and

microbrewery, with live music and outdoor seating.


2018-CZN-821

1526 SOUTH EAST STREET (APPROXIMATE ADDRESS)

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CENTER TOWNSHIP, COUNCIL DISTRICT #16

CISTERN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT INC., by Jynell D. Berkshire

Rezoning of 0.13 acre from the C-1 district to the D-5 district.


2018-ZON-043 (AMENDED)

6401 WESTHAVEN DRIVE (APPROXIMATE ADDRESS)

PIKE TOWNSHIP, COUNCIL DISTRICT #10

K & S PROPERTIES, LLC, by Timothy H. Button

Rezoning of 1.06 acres from the C-S district to the C-S classification to provide for religious uses and

automobile repair.


2018-ZON-044

1426, 1430, 1438 AND 1446 DELOSS STREET (APPROXIMATE ADDRESSES)


KEITH A. RUSSELL, MARY M. RUSSELL AND HARBOR LIGHT 401K TRUST, by David Kingen and

Justin Kingen

Rezoning of 0.52 acre from the I-2 District to the D-8 classification.


2018-ZON-049

2111, 2121, 2131, 2132, 2136, 2140 AND 2144 COLUMBIA AVENUE (APPROXIMATE

ADDRESSES)


LORNE KELKER

Rezoning of 1.188 acres from the I-3 district to the D-8 classification.


2018-ZON-051

6550 EAST 42ND STREET (APPROXIMATE ADDRESS)

LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP, COUNCIL DISTRICT #13

MUSKEGON BIBLE INSTITUTE, INC., & REVIVAL TEMPLE APOSTOLIC FAITH CHURCH, by

Rachel Conner

Rezoning of 11.34 acres from the SU-2 district to the SU-1 classification.


2018-ZON-053

5280 AND 5284 EAST 38TH STREET (APPROXIMATE ADDRESSES)

LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP, COUNCIL DISTRICT #13

NEW DIRECTION CHRISTIAN CHURCH INC., by David Kingen and Justin Kingen

Rezoning of one acre from the D-4 district to the SU-1 classification.


2018-ZON-055

2005 NORTH SHERMAN DRIVE (APPROXIMATE ADDRESS)


JDC REAL ESTATE LLC, by David Kingen and Justin Kingen

Rezoning of 5.22 acres from the SU-16 district to the I-3 classification.


2018-ZON-056

1531 INDIANA AVENUE (APPROXIMATE ADDRESS)


MCCORMACK FAMILY INVESTMENTS, LLC, by Joseph D. Calderon

Rezoning of 1.62 acres from the I-2 (RC) (W-1) district to the CBD-2 (RC)

(W-1) classification.


2018-ZON-062

3125 CONCORD COURT (APPROXIMATE ADDRESS)

WAYNE TOWNSHIP, COUNCIL DISTRICT #11


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ALLEGIANT PREP ACADEMY, by Nancy A. Long and Paul J. Lambie

Rezoning of 2.85 acres from the D-P (W-5) district to the D-P (W-5) district to provide for elementary and

secondary educational uses to an existing community center in Block J of Concord Village West Subdivision.


2018-CZN-804

4550 North Central Avenue (approximate address)

Washington Township, Council District #7

Northwood Christian Church, by David Kingen and Justin Kingen

Rezoning of 2.07 acres from the D-2 (W-5) district to the SU-1 (W-5) classification.

PROPOSAL NO. 325, 2018. Introduced by Councillor Lewis. Proposal No. 325, 2018 is a

proposal for Rezoning Ordinance certified by the Metropolitan Development Commission for

denial on August 3, 2018. The President called for any motions for public hearings on this zoning

maps change. There being no motions for public hearings, the proposed ordinance, pursuant to IC

36-7-4-608, was denied by the City-County Council, the original copy of which ordinance is on

file with the Metropolitan Development Commission, which was certified as follows:

2018-ZON-038

2215 LAFAYETTE ROAD (APPROXIMATE ADDRESS)

WAYNE TOWNSHIP, COUNCIL DISTRICT #11

BASIM NAJEEB

Rezoning of 1.4 acres from the C-4 (W-5) district to the C-5 (W-5) classification.

SPECIAL ORDERS - FINAL ADOPTION

PROPOSAL NO. 111, 2018. Councillor Simpson reported that the Administration and Finance

Committee heard Proposal No. 111, 2018 on June 5 and July 17, 2018. The proposal, sponsored

by Councillors Simpson and Cordi, authorizes the issuance of economic development revenue

bonds in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $1,000,000, which proceeds will serve as a

loan to the Marion County Agricultural and 4-H Club Fair Association, Inc. for the purpose of

financing various capital improvements, renovations and equipping projects at the Marion County

Fairgrounds. By a 6-0 vote, the Committee reported the proposal to the Council with the

recommendation that it be stricken. Councillor Simpson moved, seconded by Councillor Cordi, to

strike. Proposal No. 111, 2018 was stricken by a unanimous voice vote.

PROPOSAL NO. 227, 2018. Councillor Gray reported that the Municipal Corporations

Committee heard Proposal No. 227, 2018 on June 20 and July 25, 2018. The proposal,

sponsored by Councillors Gray and Evans, approves the issuance of local income tax revenue

bonds of the Indianapolis Public Transportation Corporation in an amount not to exceed $26

million and pledges local income tax revenues in the County Public Transportation Fund to the

payment of said bonds for public transportation projects, including the Purple Line Rapid Transit

project, the Blue Line Rapid Transit project, the Local Bus & Paratransit Infrastructure project,

and the IndyGo Bus replacement project. By a 5-3 vote, the Committee reported the proposal to

the Council with the recommendation that it do pass. Councillor Gray moved, seconded by

Councillor Evans, for adoption. Proposal No. 227, 2018 was adopted on the following roll call

vote; viz:

21 YEAS: Adamson, Coats, Cordi, Evans, Fanning, Gray, Jackson, Johnson, Kreider, Lewis,

Mascari, McHenry, McQuillen, Miller, Oliver, Osili, Pfisterer, Ray, Robinson, Scales, Simpson

3 NAYS: Holliday, Mowery, Wesseler

1 ABSENT: Clay

Proposal No. 227, 2018 was retitled FISCAL ORDINANCE NO. 19, 2018, and reads as follows:

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CITY-COUNTY FISCAL ORDINANCE NO. 19, 2018

A FISCAL ORDINANCE of the City-County Council of the City of Indianapolis, Indiana and of Marion County, Indiana

(i) approving the issuance of local income tax revenue bonds of the Indianapolis Public Transportation Corporation (the

“IPTC”) for the purpose of providing funds to pay the costs of certain public transportation projects within the City of

Indianapolis, Indiana and Marion County, Indiana (the “City” and “County”, respectively) and (ii) pledging local income

tax revenues for public transportation projects in the County public transportation fund to the payment of said bonds.

WHEREAS, the City-County Council of the City and the County (the “City-County Council”) has, following the

approval by the voters of the County at the November 8, 2016 general election, adopted an ordinance pursuant to Indiana

Code 6-3.6-7-27 and Indiana Code 8-25-3-1 imposing an additional local income tax rate of 0.25% (the “Transportation

LIT”) for public transportation projects in the County; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to Indiana Code 6-3.6-7-27, the local income tax revenues attributable to the Transportation

LIT (the “Transportation LIT Revenues”) shall be used to fund public transportation projects and are to be retained by

the Auditor of the County and deposited in the County public transportation project fund established under Indiana Code

8-25-3-7 and used for the purposes thereof, including the payment of bonds for public transportation projects; and

WHEREAS, the Indianapolis Public Transportation Corporation (the “IPTC”) has been established in accordance

with Indiana Code 36-9-4, as amended, to fund public transportation projects and issue bonds for the payment thereof;

and

WHEREAS, the City-County Council has been advised that the Board of Directors of the IPTC has adopted an

ordinance (the “IPTC Bond Ordinance”) authorizing the issuance of local income tax revenue bonds (the “Bonds”) and,

if necessary, bond anticipation notes (the “BANs”), in one or more series, in the aggregate principal amount not to exceed

Twenty Six Million Dollars ($26,000,000), for the purpose of funding (i) public transportation projects including (a) the

Purple Line Rapid Transit project, (b) the Blue Line Rapid Transit project, (c) the Local Bus & Paratransit Infrastructure

project and (d) the IndyGo Bus Replacement project, each as more particularly described in the IPTC Bond Ordinance,

(ii) capitalized interest, if necessary, (iii) a reserve for the Bonds, and (iv) issuance and other related costs (the foregoing

(i) through (iv), collectively, the “Projects”); and

WHEREAS, pursuant to the IPTC Bond Ordinance, the Bonds will be payable from and secured by Transportation

LIT Revenues; and

WHEREAS, Indiana Code 8-25-3-7 and 5-1-14-4 require the City-County Council to pledge the Transportation LIT

Revenues to the IPTC for the payment of debt service on the Bonds; and

WHEREAS, in addition, Indiana Code 36-3-6-9 requires the City-County Council to review and approve the

issuance of the Bonds by the IPTC; and

WHEREAS, Indiana Code 5-1.4 provides that a “qualified entity,” which term includes the IPTC, may issue and

sell its bonds or notes to The Indianapolis Local Public Improvement Bond Bank (the “Bond Bank”); and

WHEREAS, the Executive Director of the Bond Bank has expressed a willingness to purchase the Bonds and, if

necessary, BANs of the IPTC in a negotiated sale subject to approval by the Board of Directors of the Bond Bank; and

WHEREAS, the IPTC has requested the City-County Council to (i) pledge the Transportation LIT Revenues to the

IPTC for the payment of the Bonds and (ii) review and approve the issuance of the Bonds and, if necessary, BANs by

the IPTC; and

WHEREAS, the City-County Council now finds, upon review, that the Transportation LIT Revenues should be

pledged to the IPTC for the payment of the Bonds in accordance with the terms of this Ordinance and the issuance of the

Bonds and, if necessary, BANs by the IPTC for the purpose of funding the Projects should be approved; now, therefore:

BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY-COUNTY COUNCIL OF THE


SECTION 1. The City-County Council hereby finds (i) that the pledge of all Transportation LIT Revenues deposited to

the County public transportation fund pursuant to Indiana Code 6-3.6-7-27 and 8-25-3-7 in an amount sufficient for

payment of the principal of and interest on the Bonds and, if necessary, to fund and replenish a reserve therefore, will

facilitate the funding of the Projects which are public transportation projects in accordance with the provisions of Indiana


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Code 8-25-3, as amended, and (ii) that the carrying out of said Projects by the IPTC in accordance with Indiana Code 36-

9-4, as amended, is necessary and appropriate.

SECTION 2. The City-County Council, pursuant to Indiana Code 8-25-3-7 and Indiana Code 5-1-14-4, hereby

irrevocably pledges the Transportation LIT Revenues to the IPTC for the payment of principal of and interest on the

Bonds and, if necessary, the funding and replenishment of a reserve therefore, for a term of years equal to the term of the

Bonds. There are no other prior liens, encumbrances, or other restrictions on the City-County Council’s ability to pledge

the Transportation LIT Revenues.

SECTION 3. The City-County Council does hereby approve (i) the IPTC Bond Ordinance, (ii) the issuance of the Bonds

and, if necessary, BANs of the IPTC in the aggregate principal amount not to exceed Twenty-Six Million Dollars

($26,000,000) in one or more series and (iii) the use of the proceeds of the Bonds and, if necessary, BANs to fund the

Projects. In accordance with the IPTC Bond Ordinance, the Bonds shall mature over a term ending no later than fifteen

(15) years after their date of delivery and shall bear interest at a rate or rates not exceeding 6.0% per annum. All other

terms of the Bonds shall be as set forth in the IPTC Bond Ordinance.

SECTION 4. There is hereby created within the County public transportation fund established under Indiana Code 8-25-

3-7, an IPTC Bond Account (the “IPTC Bond Account”). On or before each January 5 and July 5, beginning on the first

January 5 or July 5 following delivery of the Bonds, Transportation LIT Revenues in an amount sufficient to pay the

maximum debt service coming due on the Bonds plus any fiscal agency charges during the following six (6) month

period, shall be deposited in the IPTC Bond Account and immediately transferred to the IPTC for deposit into the Bond

and Interest Account established and held under the IPTC Bond Ordinance.

SECTION 5. At any time any Future Parity Obligations (as hereinafter defined) are outstanding, on or before each

January 5 and July 5 but concurrent with the transfers in Section 4 above, Transportation LIT Revenues in an amount

sufficient to pay the maximum debt service coming due on such Future Parity Obligations plus any fiscal agency charges

during the following six (6) month period, shall be deposited with the trustee or paying agent for such Future Parity

Obligations, on a pro rata basis with the deposits described in Section 4 above, and used to pay the debt service due on

such Future Parity Obligations.

SECTION 6. On or before each January 5 and July 5, after satisfying the requirements of Sections 4 and 5 above, the

Transportation LIT Revenues shall next be used, if necessary, on a pro rata basis to restore the debt service reserve funds

securing the Bonds and any Future Parity Obligations to the respective reserve requirements, if any, for such Bonds and

Future Parity Obligations.

SECTION 7. The City-County Council reserves the right to pledge Transportation LIT Revenues to future obligations,

whether in whole or in part, on a parity with the pledge thereof to the Bonds for the purpose of raising money for future

public transportation projects or to refund obligations issued for such purpose (collectively, the “Future Parity

Obligations”), subject to the following conditions:

(a) All required payments due under the Bonds and any other obligations payable from Transportation LIT

Revenues shall be current to date in accordance with the terms thereof, with no payment in arrears. The reserve

requirements for the Bonds and, if any, for any Future Parity Obligations shall be satisfied either at the time of delivery

of the Future Parity Obligations or over a five (5) year or shorter period.

(b) The Transportation LIT Revenues in the fiscal year immediately preceding the issuance of any such Future

Parity Obligations shall be not less than one hundred twenty-five percent (125%) of the maximum annual interest and

principal requirements of the then outstanding obligations payable from Transportation LIT Revenues and the additional

Future Parity Obligations proposed to be issued. If, when the proposed Future Parity Obligations are issued, the County

shall have finally approved an increase in the Transportation LIT, the calculation above may take into account the increase

in the Transportation LIT. For purposes of this subsection, the records of the County pertaining to the Transportation

LIT Revenues shall be analyzed and all showings prepared by a certified public accountant employed by the County for

that purpose.

(c) The payments on the additional Future Parity Obligations shall be payable semiannually on January 15 and

July 15.

The City-County Council may pledge Transportation LIT Revenues to obligations which are subordinate to the

Bonds and any outstanding Future Parity Obligations provided the payment dates of such subordinate obligations are on

January 15 and July 15.

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SECTION 8. If any section, paragraph or provision of this Ordinance shall be held to be invalid or unenforceable for

any reason, the invalidity or unenforceability of such section, paragraph or provision shall not affect any of the remaining

provisions of this Ordinance.

SECTION 9. All ordinances, resolutions and orders, or parts thereof, in conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance

are, to the extent of such conflict, hereby repealed.

SECTION 10. It is hereby determined that all formal actions of the City-County Council relating to the adoption of this

Ordinance were taken in one or more open meetings of the City-County Council, that all deliberations of the City-County

Council and of its committees, if any, which resulted in formal action, were in meetings open to the public, and that all

such meetings were convened, held and conducted in compliance with applicable legal requirements, including Indiana

Code 5-14-1.5, as amended.

SECTION 11. This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect upon compliance with Indiana Code 36-3-4-14, 36-3-4-

15 and 36-3-4-16.

PROPOSAL NO. 267, 2018. Councillor Lewis reported that the Metropolitan and Economic

Development Committee heard Proposal No. 267, 2018 on July 30, 2018. The proposal, sponsored

by Councillor Simpson, designates a portion of Michigan Road north of Fox Hill Court to 63rd

Street and a portion of 63rd Street from Michigan Road to three residences east of Bettcher as the

Bishop Edwin Hamilton Vaughn Memorial Way. By a 10-0 vote, the Committee reported the

proposal to the Council with the recommendation that it do pass. Councillor Simpson moved,

seconded by Councillor Adamson, for adoption. Proposal No. 267, 2018 was adopted on the

following roll call vote; viz:




0 NAYS:

1 ABSENT: Clay

Proposal No. 267, 2018 was retitled GENERAL RESOLUTION NO. 16, 2018, and reads as

follows:

CITY-COUNTY GENERAL RESOLUTION NO. 16, 2018

A GENERAL RESOLUTION designating a portion of Michigan Road, from Fox Hill Court to West 63rd Street and a

portion of West 63rd Street, from Michigan Road to Knollton Road as Bishop Edwin Hamilton Vaughn Memorial Way.

WHEREAS, Bishop Edwin Hamilton Vaughn, a resident of Indianapolis for over fifty years moved to 56th Street

and Grandview Drive in 1958 after residing on 31st Street and Northwestern Avenue for almost 15 years. He and his wife

Birdie Mae were the parents of six children: four sons and two daughters, and they also nurtured and raised six of their

grandchildren; and

WHEREAS, Bishop Vaughn and wife, Birdie Mae were avid church members and leaders for most of most of their

fifty years in Indianapolis. They were instrumental in the community as production workers at Indiana National

Harvester, and their home was a place of shelter for many that were in need based on a variety of circumstances; and

WHEREAS, in 1957, the Pentecostal Assemblies of the World (PAW) granted Bishop and First Lady Vaughn were

the authority from in 1957 to start Bethesda Temple Apostolic Church (BTAC) in their home at 3140 Northwestern

Avenue. As time passed, their congregation outgrew their home, prompting them to move their services to 525 Indiana

Avenue, and later to a larger building at 2245 East Riverside Drive where they held services regularly; and

WHEREAS, on February 28, 1987, former Mayor William H. Hudnut presented a proclamation to the church and

to Bishop and First Lady Birdie Mae Vaughn declaring that date as Bishop Edwin H. Vaughn Day; and

WHEREAS, due to continue growth of the congregation, BTAC moved to an edifice located at 6205 N. Michigan

Road on August 15, 1993 in honor of Bishop Vaughn’s date of birth; and


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WHEREAS, “Mother” Birdie Mae Vaughn was called by God to her eternal rest in 1991. Likewise, Bishop Vaughn

was also called by God to his eternal rest in 1993; and

WHEREAS, on August 18, 2018, Bethesda Temple Apostolic Church will have a dedication ceremony in honor of

their beloved first pastor, Bishop Edwin Hamilton Vaughn; now, therefore:



SECTION 1. The Indianapolis City-County Council does hereby honor the memory of Bishop Edwin Hamilton

Vaughn by designating a portion of Michigan Road, from Fox Hill Court to West 63rd Street and a portion of West 63rd

Street, from Michigan Road to Knollton Road as Bishop Edwin Hamilton Vaughn Memorial Way.


Councillor Robinson reported that the Public Safety and Criminal Justice Committee heard

Proposal Nos. 270-274, 2018 on July 18 and August 1, 2018. He asked for consent to hear these

proposals together, yet vote on them separately for legal purposes. Consent was given.


approves a lease by the Board of the Office of Public Health and Safety as a governing body of the

Public Safety Communications Systems and Computer Facilities District to finance upgrades to

various structures, equipment and systems designed to allow various public safety and other entities

within Marion County access to interoperable radio communications systems, and improvements

related thereto. PROPOSAL NO. 271, 2018. The proposal, sponsored by Councillors Robinson

and Pfisterer, approves a lease by the Board of the Office of Public Health and Safety as governing

body of the Public Safety Communications Systems and Computer Facilities District to finance the

replacement of radio equipment for the Marion County Sheriff's Office and other entities related to

community justice and civil law enforcement in Marion County, and improvements related thereto.


approves a lease by the Board of the Office of Public Health and Safety as governing body of the

Public Safety Communications Systems and Computer Facilities District to finance the

replacement of radio equipment for various police departments and related public safety entities

within Marion County, and improvements related thereto. PROPOSAL NO. 273, 2018. The

proposal, sponsored by Councillors Robinson and Pfisterer, approves a lease by the Board of the

Office of Public Health and Safety as governing body of the Public Safety Communications

Systems and Computer Facilities District to finance the replacement of radio equipment for entities

that provide fire, rescue and/or emergency medical services within Marion County, and

improvements related thereto. PROPOSAL NO. 274, 2018. The proposal, sponsored by

Councillors Robinson and Pfisterer, approves a lease by the Board of the Office of Public Health

and Safety as governing body of the Public Safety Communications Systems and Computer

Facilities District to finance the replacement of radio equipment for governmental entities in

Marion County that do not provide first responder or law enforcement services, and improvements

related thereto. By 8-0 votes, the Committee reported the proposals to the Council with the

recommendation that they do pass as amended.

Councillor Scales said that she is concerned about these lease proposals. She said that she cannot

make a judgment if public safety equipment is adequate, but she relies on public safety experts to

recommend proper equipment to meet their needs. She said that this is $30 million in no-bid

contracts, which have been outlawed in many cities. She said that no-bid contracts lower the

opportunity to get the best price. She said that several other vendors offered similar equipment to

Motorola, but Motorola has a State contract, and were only considered for this option. She said

that they need a formal data-driven evaluation process to find the best equipment on the market.

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She said that a Motorola competitor also has a State contract, but Motorola’s per product price was

higher and has models that are obsolete. The contract price on the State’s website gives prices that

are lower than this contract negotiated with the City. She moved to postpone Proposal Nos. 270-

274, 2018 for further consideration.

Paul Babcock, Director of the Office of Public Health and Safety, introduced Chief Al Stovall, who

handles the communications for public safety agencies. Mr. Babcock said that the State’s contract

entities allows them to piggyback on contract prices and also see equipment used by other State

law enforcement agencies. He said that this process has been going on for over two years, and they

invited both of these entities to promote their equipment, and their user groups actually used them

to find which ones work best to make their job easier and safer. Chief Stovall said that the radios

they are purchasing from Motorola are not obsolete, and are guaranteed for at least a 10 year period.

He added that the State pricing only applies to a base model, and they added more features to make

them specific to Indianapolis, and that increased the per-device price. He said that they have

achieved significant savings in this proposed contract, more than a 50% discount, and includes all

the functionality they desire and need. Mr. Babcock said that one of the law enforcement agencies

said that they purchased the competitor’s product, and they now sit on a shelf, because they do not

meet their needs. He said that they will be upgrading the entire network to better protect the citizens

of Indianapolis.

Councillor McQuillen said that it was suggested this was a rushed process. He asked how long this

process has taken. Chief Stovall said that they have been working on this since 2015, and it has

been a very thorough process, and the quality build and emergency receiver buttons of the

competitor’s devices are not compatible and have spottier coverage than the Motorola equipment.

Mr. Babcock said that they have also worked for six months on the financial aspects of the deal,

with an outside analysis.

Councillor Scales said that she is talking about a data-driven systematic review of equipment. She

said there has never been any data to back up how the equipment was used and where it was used.

She said that a firefighter testified that they had not used the E.F. Johnson product, but only the

Motorola equipment. She said that she does not believe a systematic evaluation has been done.

She said that she does not think they are being truthful that an evaluation has been performed as

there has been no evidence presented to support that. She said she believes other vendors would

have been happy to provide quotes for this equipmet, but have not been given an opportunity. Chief

Stovall said that he has been absolutely up front and truthful, and he was misinformed and asked

the wrong firefighter to testify, because another had tried both vendors’ equipment. He said that

he is concerned about the effectiveness of this equipment over the long-haul to serve this City; and

is confident they have made the right decision.

Councillor Pfisterer said that when a quote for a proposal is offered, they go through the same

process as if it were bid out, and they have already jumped through all these hoops. Chief Stovall

said that this is one advantage of using this process, because they get a good product that has been

already vetted and proven by State agencies.

Councillor Gray asked if they are also thinking of other equipment, and not just radios. Chief

Stovall said that when they purchased the new Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system a few

years ago, they did not consider needing new radios. They believe they made the right decision

with the selection of Motorola as the CAD vendor, as they have demonstrated great reliability and

capability in a large metropolitan city. He said that they offer functionality that no other vendor

can offer right now, which affords the officers with greater safety. He said that there is also a global


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positioning system (GPS) component as an automatic resource location that no other vendor can

duplicate.

Councillor Kreider said that the radios are failing and they need replaced immediately. This

purchase has already been delayed and any further delay would cause a problem and impact public

safety. Chief Stovall agreed and said that they really need to have them distributed soon.

Councillor Kreider said that there are some firefighters and other public safety individuals in

attendance this evening that maybe can share their preference.

Scott William, Firefighters Union representative, said that they have a great interest in this proposal,

and there was recenttly a tragic accident in this city where one of the factors was lack of good

communication. He said that these radios allow firefighters to push an emergency button with

gloved fingers, and the previous ones did now, which caused one of their firefighters to be burned

horribly. He said that he has travelled around the country, and has not come across any other area,

except Milwaukee, Wisconsin, that is using anyone other than Motorola, because it is simply a

superior product. He said that this CAD will work with the Motorola radio without any adjustment

or patch needed, which would be an additional cost. He said that E. F. Johnson simply was not

prepared for this bid, and their representative told the clerk that they were not even sure how this

city handles their bids. He said that he does not want his life put in the hands of someone who does

not do their homework and is not informed of what features are even needed. He said that another

great advantage to the Motorola radios is that they can block out background noises, for clearer

communication.

Councillor Simpson said that it is disappointing that they are even having this discussion, as they

scheduled a second special meeting to further vet these proposals, and he believes they have heard

enough. He moved, seconded by Councillor Mascari, to call the question and end debate.

Councillor Scales stated that she had her hand up before this motion was made. President Osili

stated that this motion takes precedence and is non-debatable. Debate was ended on the following

roll call vote; viz:

22 YEAS: Coats, Cordi, Evans, Fanning, Gray, Holliday, Jackson, Johnson, Kreider, Lewis,

Mascari, McHenry, McQuillen, Miller, Mowery, Oliver, Osili, Pfisterer, Ray, Robinson,

Simpson, Wesseler

2 NAYS: Adamson, Scales

1 ABSENT: Clay

Councillor Robinson moved, seconded by Councillor McQuillen, for adoption of all five

proposals. Proposal No. 270, 2018 was adopted on the following roll call vote; viz:



Simpson, Wesseler

1 NAY: Scales

1 ABSENT: Clay

Proposal No. 270, 2018 was retitled Special Ordinance No. 9, 2018, and reads as follows:

CITY-COUNTY SPECIAL ORDINANCE NO. 9, 2018

A SPECIAL ORDINANCE of the City-County Council of the City of Indianapolis and of Marion County, Indiana (the

“City-County Council”) approving a lease by the Board of the Office of Public Health and Safety of the City of

Indianapolis (the “Board”), as governing body of the Public Safety Communications Systems and Computer Facilities

District.

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WHEREAS, the Board desires to enter into a lease in the form presented to this meeting (the “Lease”) to finance

upgrades to various structures, equipment and systems designed to allow various public safety and other entities within

Marion County access to interoperable radio communications systems, and improvements related thereto; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to IC 36-8-15-15.1(c), the Board on July 12 and July 17, 2018, conducted a public hearing on

the Lease and adopted a resolution approving the Lease; and

WHEREAS, IC 36-8-15-15.1(c) requires any lease approved by a resolution of the Board to be approved by the

fiscal body of the unit, and the City-County Council, as the fiscal body of the City of Indianapolis and Marion County,

Indiana, desires to approve the Lease; now, therefore:



SECTION 1. The City-County Council hereby approves the Lease pursuant to IC 36-8-15-15.1(c).

SECTION 2. This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect upon adoption and compliance with Indiana Code 36-3-4-

14. All ordinances, resolutions and orders or parts thereof, in conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance are, to the

extent of such conflict, hereby repealed.

Proposal No. 271, 2018 was adopted on the following roll call vote; viz:



Simpson, Wesseler

1 NAY: Scales

1 ABSENT: Clay






District.


the replacement of radio equipment for the Marion County Sheriff’s Office and other entities related to community justice

and civil law enforcment in Marion County, and improvements related thereto; and














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Simpson, Wesseler

1 NAY: Scales

1 ABSENT: Clay






District.


the replacement of radio equipment for various police departments and related public safety entities within Marion

County, and improvements related thereto; and















Simpson, Wesseler

1 NAY: Scales

1 ABSENT: Clay






District.


the replacement of radio equipment for entities that provide fire, rescue and/or emergency medical services within Marion

County, and improvements related thereto; and



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Simpson, Wesseler

1 NAY: Scales

1 ABSENT: Clay






District.


the replacement of radio equipment for governmental entities in Marion County that do not provide first responder or

law enforcement services within Marion County, and improvements related thereto; and












Councillor Gray asked for consent to explain his vote. Consent was given. Councillor Gray said

that as a retired firefighter, there is no greater fear than being in an emergency without

communication with those on the outside, and that is why these radios are so desperately needed.

PROPOSAL NO. 275, 2018. Councillor Robinson reported that the Public Safety and Criminal

Justice Committee heard Proposal No. 275, 2018 on July 18, 2018. The proposal, sponsored by

Councillors Jackson, Adamson, Simpson and Clay, recognizes gun violence and violent crime as a


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public health danger in Indianapolis. By a 10-0 vote, the Committee reported the proposal to the

Council with the recommendation that it do pass as amended.

Councillor Jackson said that this is not about gun control, but about harm reduction efforts to reduce

crime in this city. She said that Dr. Gary Slutkin, epidemiologist, stated that, “Criminal justice

reform alone will not be enough. We have to go hard at prevention, harder at understanding and

harder at care. She said that from 1985 to 1991, homicide rates of 15-19 year-old males increased

154%, which is higher than the previous years combined. If gun violence were a virus, this city

would declare an emergency at the current level, and violence spreads in the same way that diseases

do, through clustering, transmission, and exposure. Exposure to violence leads to chronic disease,

mental health issues, and trauma. Prolonged exposure affects the center of the brain that enables

decision-making later in life, making this a health issue and not a crime issue exclusively. In 2015,

gun violence had a $229 billion effect on communities, which is approximately 1.4% of the United

States gross domestic product (GDP). Councillor Jackson asked if gun violence is not a health

issue, then why are so many people dying from it. She said that she was a victim of gun violence,

and has trauma that will never leave her due to that incident. She said that her district has the

highest incidences of gun violence, and this is not an effort to take guns away from registered

owners, but to recognize that gun violence is a serious issue.

Councillor Kreider thanked Councillor Jackson for her efforts in this way. He said that he defends

the rights of citizens to bear arms, but he does not see this as an infringement on those rights, but

simply sees it as recognizing basic facts that exist in this city. He said that they have marked the

100th homicide in this city today, for the third year in a row over 100. These are disturbing facts

that cannot be ignored and demand the Council’s attention to create a welcoming city. He said that

he respects this effort and stands in solidarity with the victims and their families, and urged his

colleagues to support the proposal.

Councillor Simpson said that he spoke with the Coroner’s office today, and they have actually had

104 homicides in the city as of June, with 160 drug overdoses as of mid-June. He said that this

shows that mental health and gun violence are both real serious crises in this city.

Councillor Oliver said that gun violence is a mental health issue, and with some help, some of these

acts of violence might have been prevented.

Councillor McQuillen thanked Councillor Jackson for her efforts in raising awareness of this issue,

but admitted that this resolution is non-binding and has no real teeth. He asked if there are any

possibilities for State or federal funding, or that any money will be available as a result of this

action. Councillor Jackson said that by recognizing the issue, it does have teeth. The proposal

directs the Office of Public Health and Safety (OPHS) and the Marion County Health Department

(MCHD) to prioritize program models and funding for mental health initiatives that can be

implemented on a grass roots basis. This will help them prioritize some funding and work with

MCHD to address the issue in other ways.

Councillor Miller said that he wants Indianapolis to be safe for children, as well as adults, and too

many are getting killed for no reason. He said that he has never feared for his life, but he knows

people who have, and he wants that to change.

Councillor Jackson added that this action could also open the city up to funding from community

development corporations or other organizations to help reduce violence.

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Councillor Robinson moved, seconded by Councillor Jackson, for adoption. Proposal No. 275,

2018 was adopted on the following roll call vote; viz:


Lewis, Mascari, McHenry, Miller, Oliver, Osili, Pfisterer, Ray, Robinson, Scales, Simpson

3 NAYS: McQuillen, Mowery, Wesseler

0 NOT VOTING:

1 ABSENT: Clay


follows:


PROPOSAL FOR A COUNCIL RESOLUTION recognizing gun violence and violent crime as a public health danger in

Indianapolis.

WHEREAS, gun violence is a pervasive and devastating public health danger in the United States. According to

the Brady Campaign to end Gun Violence approximately 115,000 people are shot every year, resulting in 34,000 deaths,

including 11,500 homicides and 21,000 suicides. Gun violence results in around 90 deaths every single day in the United

States ; and

WHEREAS, the Brady Campaign has determined that every day seven (7) children and teens die from gun violence

and another 46 are injured. Annually, 2,600 children and teens die and 13,000 are injured; and

WHEREAS, data provided by IMPD shows that in Indianapolis there have been more than 658 deaths as a result of

a firearm since January 1, 2013 where the average age of the victim was 32 years old. Additionally, eighty-seven percent

(87%) of homicide victims over the past year were killed with a firearm, resulting in more than 157 deaths; and

WHEREAS, the Giffords Law Center to prevent Gun Violence estimates that gun violence costs Indianapolis over

twenty-one million dollars ($21,000,000) yearly for direct emergency and medical care. Approximately 65% of these

costs were borne by taxpayers. When other services such as public safety and criminal justice are factored in that cost is

estimated to be well over one hundred and three million dollars ($103,000,000).

WHEREAS, the American College of Physicians has classified firearm violence as a public health epidemic since

1995; and

WHEREAS, on April 6, 2016, 141 health care, public health, and science and research organizations including the

National Association of Social Workers, the National Association of County and City Health Officials, the National

Association of Medical Examiners, the American Medical Association, the American College of Physicians, the

American Psychological Association, the American Pediatric Association, the American Public Health Association, the

American Psychiatric Association, and the American Association of Nurse Practitioners, signed on to a letter calling for

an end to a Congressional rider restricting gun violence research by the CDC, and stating that “gun violence is a serious

public health epidemic resulting in the senseless deaths of an average of 91 Americans, and another 108 gun injuries,

each and every day;” and

WHEREAS, in June of 2016, in the wake of the shooting at Pulse nightclub in Orlando, the American Medical

Association joined numerous other major public health organizations by adopting policy calling gun violence “a public

health crisis;” and

WHEREAS, we on this Council recognize the pervasive and devastating public health danger posed by gun violence

and violent crime; now, therefore:



SECTION 1. The Indianapolis City-County Council hereby declares gun violence and violent crime as a public health

danger.


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SECTION 2. The City-County Council states its intent to give priority of funding when setting budgets and appropriating

funds to initiatives and programs that are designed and demonstrate genuine probabilities of success in decreasing gun

violence and violent crime in Marion County.

SECTION 3. The Council hereby directs the Office of Public Health and Safety to work with the Marion County Public

Health Department and any other related department or agency to establish and operate programs and seek funding as

appropriate to alleviate the public health danger.


Councillor Adamson reported that the Public Works Committee heard Proposal Nos. 276-282,

2018 on July 19, 2018. He asked for consent to vote on these proposals together. Consent was

given.

PROPOSAL NO. 276, 2018. The proposal, sponsored by Councillor Simpson, authorizes a speed

limit reduction to 25 miles per hour in the Grandview Gardens, Hoover Park, Stonybrook, Delaware

Trails, and Westlane Terrace subdivisions (District 7). PROPOSAL NO. 277, 2018. The proposal,

sponsored by Councillor Miller, authorizes intersection controls at Kappes Street and West View

Drive (District 16). PROPOSAL NO. 278, 2018. The proposal, sponsored by Councillor Jackson,

authorizes intersection controls in the Carroll Farms subdivision (District 14). PROPOSAL NO.

279, 2018. The proposal, sponsored by Councillor Jackson, authorizes a speed limit reduction to

25 miles per hour within the Carroll Farms subdivision (District 14). PROPOSAL NO. 280, 2018.

The proposal, sponsored by Councillor Gray, authorizes a speed limit reduction to 25 miles per

hour in the Saddlebrook subdivisions (District 8). PROPOSAL NO. 281, 2018. The proposal,

sponsored by Councillor Clay, authorizes intersection controls at Eastbourne Drive and Radnor

Road (District 13). PROPOSAL NO. 282, 2018. The proposal, sponsored by Councillor Evans,

authorizes a speed limit reduction to 25 miles per hour within several subdivisions in the Lynhurst

Drive and Mooresville Road area (District 22). By 8-0 votes, the Committee reported the proposals

to the Council with the recommendation that they do pass. Councillor Adamson moved, seconded

by Councillor Simpson, for adoption. Proposal Nos. 276-282, 2018 were adopted on the following

roll call vote; viz:




0 NAYS:

1 ABSENT: Clay

Proposal No. 276, 2018 was retitled GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 59, 2018, and reads as follows:

CITY-COUNTY GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 59, 2018

PROPOSAL FOR A GENERAL ORDINANCE to amend the Revised Code to make various changes to Chapter 441, Traffic.



SECTION 1. That the Revised Code of the Consolidated City and County, Indianapolis/Marion County, Indiana,

specifically Sec. 441-323, Alteration of prima facie speed limits, be, and the same is hereby amended by the addition of

the following, to wit:

All local streets with in the Grandview Gardens platted subdivision, 25 mph;

All local streets with in the Hoover Park platted subdivision, 25 mph;

All local streets with in the Stonybrook platted subdivision, 25 mph;

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All local streets with in the Delaware Trails platted subdivision, 25 mph;

All local streets with in the Westlane Terrace platted subdivision, 25 mph;

SECTION 2. The expressed or implied repeal or amendment by this ordinance of any other ordinance or part of any other

ordinance does not affect any rights or liabilities accrued, penalties incurred, or proceedings begun prior to the effective date

of this ordinance. Those rights, liabilities, and proceedings are continued, and penalties shall be imposed and enforced under

the repealed or amended ordinance as if this ordinance had not been adopted.

SECTION 3. Should any provision (section, paragraph, sentence, clause, or any other portion) of this ordinance be declared

by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid for any reason, the remaining provision or provisions shall not be affected,

if and only if such remaining provisions can, without the invalid provision or provisions, be given the effect intended by the

Council in adopting this ordinance. To this end the provisions of this ordinance are severable.

SECTION 4. This ordinance shall be in effect from and after its passage by the Council and compliance with Ind. Code § 36-

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specifically Sec. 441-416, Schedule of intersection controls, be, and the same is hereby amended by the deletion of the

following, to wit:

Base Map Intersection Preferential Type of Control

31 Kappes Street

West View Drive

Kappes Street Stop


specifically Sec. 441-416, Schedule of intersection controls, be, and the same is hereby amended by the addition of the

following, to wit:


31 Kappes Street

West View Drive

None All-Way










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CITY OF INDIANAPOLIS AND OF MARION COUNTY, INDIANA

SECTION 1. That the Revised Code of the Consolidated City and County, Indianapolis/Marion County, Indiana, specifically

Sec. 441-416, Schedule of intersection controls, be, and the same is hereby amended by the addition of the following, to wit:


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21

21

21

21

21

21

38th Street

Rinehall Drive

Rinehall Drive

Callaway Drive

Rinehall Drive

Newcastle Court

Newcastle Drive

Newcastle Drive

Pursley Lane

Pursley Lane

Callaway Drive

Carroll Road

Carroll Farms Place

Carroll Farms Place

Carroll Farms Drive

38th Street

Rinehall Drive

Newcastle Court

Newcastle Drive

Newcastle Drive

Callaway Drive

Carroll Road

Carroll Farms Place

Stop

Stop

Stop

Stop

Stop

Stop

Stop










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All local streets with in the Carroll Farms platted subdivision, 25 mph;

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All streets within the Morningside platted subdivision, 25 mph;

All streets within the Saddlebrook South platted subdivision, 25 mph;

All streets within the Broadmoor Terrace platted subdivision, 25 mph;

All streets within the Edmor’s Alton Terrace platted subdivision, 25 mph;

All streets within the Saddlebrook North platted subdivision, 25 mph;

All streets within the West Kessler Homes platted subdivision, 25 mph;

All streets within the Enright’s platted subdivision, 25 mph;

All streets within the Vincz Brothers platted subdivision, 25 mph;

All streets within the Town & Country Estates platted subdivision, 25 mph;

All streets within the Falcon Lakes platted subdivision, 25 mph;

All streets within the Candlelite Village platted subdivision, 25 mph;

All streets within the Clearview Estates platted subdivision, 25 mph;










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specifically Sec. 441-416, Schedule of intersection controls, be, and the same is hereby amended by the deletion of the

following, to wit:


19 Eastbourne Drive

Radnor Road

Radnor Road Stop


specifically Sec. 441-416, Schedule of intersection controls, be, and the same is hereby amended by the addition of the

following, to wit:


19 Eastbourne Drive

Radnor Road

None All-Way










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Olender Heights platted subdivision, 25 mph;

Hanna Heights platted subdivision, 25 mph;

Rolling Knolls platted subdivision, 25 mph;

Meadow Brook Farms platted subdivision, 25 mph;

Sunset Acres platted subdivision, 25 mph;

Cloverleaf Village platted subdivision, 25 mph;

Roselawn Park platted subdivision, 25 mph;

Newlynn platted subdivision, 25 mph;

Mayflower Park platted subdivision, 25 mph;





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PROPOSAL NO. 283, 2018. Councillor Adamson reported that the Rules and Public Policy

Committee heard Proposal No. 283, 2018 on July 24, 2018. The proposal, sponsored by Councillor

Evans, establishes a study commission to review and analyze information gathered from

infrastructure experts, and to recommend operational policy changes and potential long-term

funding options. By a 6-0 vote, the Committee reported the proposal to the Council with the

recommendation that it do pass as amended.

Councillor Adamson moved, seconded by Councillor McQuillen, the following amendment:

Mr. President:

I move to amend Sections 3 and 4 of Proposal No. 283, 2018, as previously amended in committee, by deleting the

language that is stricken-through, and inserting the underscored language, to read as follows:

SECTION 3. Members: The Commission shall be composed of thirteen (13) fifteen (15) members, as follows: two (2)

Councillors, appointed by the Council President; one of whom shall be designated as the chair of the commission; two (2)

Councillors appointed by the Council Minority Leader; two (2) State Representatives six (6) members of the General

Assembly, invited by the four Councillor members of the Commission; two (2) State Senators, invited by the four Councillor

members of the Commission; and five (5) three (3) citizen members, referred by the Commission chair and appointed by the

Council President; and two (2) citizen members, recommended by the minority leader and appointed by the Council President.

SECTION 4. Quorum, Proxies and Vacancies: After its initial meeting, the Commission shall meet upon the call of its chair

or a majority of its members. Seven (7) Eight (8) members of the Commission shall constitute a quorum. Commission

members may designate a proxy to participate in the Commission meetings; however, any reports of the Commission shall

only be approved by the vote of seven (7) eight (8) members. Any vacancy on the Commission shall be filled in the same

manner in which the original appointment was made. The Commission shall meet and begin its operations as soon as practical.

Proposal No. 283, 2018 was amended on the following roll call vote; viz:




0 NAYS:

1 ABSENT: Clay

Councillor Adamson moved, seconded by Councillor Fanning, for adoption. Proposal No. 283,

2018, as amended, was adopted on the following roll call vote; viz:




0 NAYS:

1 ABSENT: Clay


follows:


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PROPOSAL FOR A COUNCIL RESOLUTION establishing a study commission to review and analyze information

gathered from infrastructure experts, and to recommend operational policy changes and potential long-term funding

options.

WHEREAS, a recent Department of Public Works (DPW) analysis estimated that it would take an investment of

$732 million to improve the city’s existing transportation facilities from poor condition to fair condition; and

WHEREAS, the same analysis estimated that it would take an annual investment of $178 million to maintain the

city’s transportation network in a fair condition; and

WHEREAS, the Council recently approved, by unanimous vote, $14.5 million in emergency funding to address

road repairs; and

WHEREAS, addressing the city’s infrastructure needs is going to require innovative thinking and cooperation

among all stakeholders, including the Indiana General Assembly; now, therefore:



SECTION 1. Purpose: A study commission is hereby established under the authority of the council to review and analyze

information gathered from infrastructure experts, and to recommend operational policy changes and potential long-term

funding options. The commission shall hold public hearings and report its findings and recommendations to the council.

SECTION 2. Name: The Commission shall be named the Commission on Infrastructure.

SECTION 3. Members: The Commission shall be composed of fifteen (15) members, as follows: two (2) Councillors,

appointed by the Council President; one of whom shall be designated as the chair of the commission; two (2) Councillors

appointed by the Council Minority Leader; six (6) members of the General Assembly, invited by the four Councillor members

of the Commission; three (3) citizen members, referred by the Commission chair and appointed by the Council President; and

two (2) citizen members, recommended by the minority leader and appointed by the Council President.

SECTION 4. Quorum, Proxies and Vacancies: After its initial meeting, the Commission shall meet upon the call of its chair

or a majority of its members. Eight (8) members of the Commission shall constitute a quorum. Commission members may

designate a proxy to participate in the Commission meetings; however, any reports of the Commission shall only be approved

by the vote of eight (8) members. Any vacancy on the Commission shall be filled in the same manner in which the original

appointment was made. The Commission shall meet and begin its operations as soon as practical.

SECTION 5. Staffing: The Commission will receive staff support from the Council Chief Financial Officer and Clerk and

the Department of Public Works.

SECTION 6. Information Sharing: City and County entities shall share information and cooperate with the Commission,

including, without limitation, permitting personnel to meet with Commission members and testify before the Commission.

SECTION 7. Access to Information: The Commission shall establish a web page to provide access to Commission documents

and information.

SECTION 8. Report: The Commission shall make its final report to the Council by November 26, 2018.


NEW BUSINESS

President Osili clarified that the motion made by Councillor Scales regarding returning Proposal

No. 274, 2018 back to committee failed for lack of a second.

Councillor Kreider said that due to a resolution passed at the last Council meeting regarding the

IndyGo veterans passes program, 1,153 applications have been submitted for this program as of

August 13, 2018

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noon today. He said that this legislation is a great example of purposeful action that has an

impact on the city, and many lives will be changed because of the Council’s support.

ANNOUNCEMENTS AND ADJOURNMENT

The President said that the docketed agenda for this meeting of the Council having been completed,

the Chair would entertain motions for adjournment.

Councillor McQuillen stated that he had been asked to offer the following motion for adjournment

by:

(1) All Councillors in memory of Glenn, Reece, Evan, Arya, Irvin, Horace, Belinda, Angela

and Maxwell Coleman; and

(2) Councillor Jackson in memory of Harry Taliefer; and

(3) Councillor Adamson in memory Sybil Faye DeStefano; and

(4) Councillor McQuillen in memory of Donna Mikels Shea and Thomas Riley Lugar; and

(5) Councillor Cordi in memory of Bettie J. Howell, Harry “Bud” Rex Wiseman, Cathy Jackson

and Tomm R. Staley; and

(6) Councillor Pfisterer in memory of Jimmie Hofer, Ray Wycoff, Elmer Combs, Carl Lambert,

William Stiegelmeyer and Henry Stoeffler.

(7) Councillor Osili in memory of Lt. Larry S.Walker.

Councillor McQuillen moved the adjournment of this meeting of the Indianapolis City-County

Council in recognition of and respect for the life and contributions of Glenn, Reece, Evan, Arya,

Irvin, Horace, Belinda, Angela and Maxwell Coleman, Harry Taliefer, Sybil Faye DeStefano,

Donna Mikels Shea, Thomas Riley Lugar, Bettie J. Howell, Harry “Bud” Rex Wiseman, Cathy

Jackson, Tomm R. Staley, Jimmie Hofer, Ray Wycoff, Elmer Combs, Carl Lambert, William

Stiegelmeyer, Henry Stoeffler and Lt. Larry S. Walker . He respectfully asked the support of fellow

Councillors. He further requested that the motion be made a part of the permanent records of this

body and that a letter bearing the Council seal and the signature of the President be sent to the

families advising of this action.

There being no further business, and upon motion duly made and seconded, the meeting adjourned

at 10:00 p.m.

We hereby certify that the above and foregoing is a full, true and complete record of the proceedings

of the regular concurrent meetings of the City-Council of Indianapolis-Marion County, Indiana,

and Indianapolis Police, Fire and Solid Waste Collection Special Service District Councils on the

21st day of May, 2018.

In Witness Whereof, we have hereunto subscribed our signatures and caused the Seal of the City

of Indianapolis to be affixed.

President

ATTEST:

Clerk of the Council

(SEAL)

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