Public Meetings - Clarksville, Indiana

The Clarksville Town Council held its regularly scheduled meeting on June 16, 2025, at 11:00 AM local time. The meeting included public comments regarding the proposed annexation of 701 Potters Lane (Tri-County Shrine Club), consideration of the consent agenda with a corrected claims register, discussion and unanimous approval of the annexation ordinance, and amendments to the Arts Commission membership. Public Comments & Testimony - Don Compton (615 Kingsbury Court) asked about representation and expressed concerns about potential apartments, traffic congestion from nearby soccer fields, and the future of the Shrine Club. He noted the plat for a nearby 15-home development omitted a row of trees. - Ted Carr (1113 8th Street, Jeffersonville) spoke on behalf of the Shrine Club members, stating that Bob Stotz and Marat (the purchasers) are not the legal owners. He alleged that items were being removed from the building without authorization and that he was confronted by Dan Wade, who brandished a gun and took his phone. Carr reported that the police disarmed Wade and arrested him. - Marlene White (608 Kingsbury Court) expressed desire for a community organization (Shriners, Elks, VFW) at the site, noting the loss of activities like Bingo and Bunko. - Denise Atwood (624 Kingsbury Court) sought clarity on next steps and stated opposition to apartments, preferring the property remain as is. - Ray Chapman (607 Kingsbury Court) supported keeping the Shrine Club or similar venue (e.g., YMCA, veterans' organization) and opposed apartments, citing traffic and crime concerns. Discussion Items - Consent Agenda: Councilwoman Voiner requested item 5.4 (R.W. Moore Engineering agreement) be voted separately. Clerk Treasurer Stonecypher announced a $6,800 error in the claims register was corrected before payment. The consent agenda (minus item 5.4) was approved unanimously. - Annexation Ordinance 2025 G-16 (701 Potters Lane): The second and final reading for the 7.14-acre tract contiguous to the town (22% perimeter, exceeding the statutory 12.5%). Matt Toole (Infinity Homes) has informally proposed single-family townhomes. Upon annexation, the property would be zoned R3, but apartments are explicitly prohibited. Councilwoman Henderson made the motion, stating annexation gives the town control over development. Councilwoman Voiner seconded. The ordinance passed unanimously. - Development Process Explanation: Director Turpin explained that no development applications have been received; future applications would go through the Plan Commission and BZA with public notice. - Ordinance 2025 G-17 (Arts Commission Membership): Amended the Arts Commission to include the Economic Development Director (Tammy Gibson) as a voting member, exempt from the residency requirement. Passed unanimously on first and second reading. - Arts Commission Appointment: Council President Ramsey appointed Tammy Gibson to fill the vacancy created by the ordinance amendment. - Clerk Treasurer Comments: Stonecypher reported records destruction progress, software investigations for accounting, and a forthcoming state of finance report. He noted that Reed Financial CPAs are analyzing the impact of Senate Enrolled Act and will present findings. - Council Comments: Councilwoman Voiner promoted a community event (Big Medicine York Outdoors) on June 17 at Jeffersonville High School. Councilwoman Henderson thanked the public and offered to answer questions. Key Outcomes - Consent Agenda Approved (unanimous) after correction. - R.W. Moore Engineering General Services Agreement Approved (unanimous). - Annexation Ordinance 2025 G-16 Approved (unanimous) – 701 Potters Lane annexed into Town of Clarksville. - Arts Commission Membership Amendment (Ordinance 2025 G-17) Approved (unanimous) on first and second readings. - Tammy Gibson Appointed to the Arts Commission by the Council President. - The next regular council meeting is scheduled for July 8, 2025, where the State of Finance report will be presented.

The Clarksville Town Council held its regular meeting on June 3, 2025, beginning at approximately 6:00 PM, followed by a work session and executive session. The meeting included the swearing-in of three new police officers, public comment, approval of consent agenda items, passage of two ordinances, and a presentation on a proposed senior housing development. Swearing-In of New Police Officers - Three new officers—Scott Glenn, Devin Lehman, and Kevin Smith—were sworn in by Judge Gilfoyle. Chief Walls highlighted that two were former reserve officers of the year and that Smith earned valedictorian and sharpshooter awards at the academy. The ceremony included an invocation by Pastor Hunter McDavid of Colgate Baptist Church and the Pledge of Allegiance. Public Comments & Testimony - Ted Carr (1113 8th Street, Jeffersonville) spoke on behalf of the 40-member Tri-County Shrine Club, requesting that the proposed annexation of 701 Potters Lane be stopped due to ongoing lawsuits and internal disputes over ownership and theft of equipment. He expressed a desire to eventually be part of Clarksville but wanted legal issues resolved first. Consent Calendar - Items 5.1 (minutes from previous meetings), 5.2 (claims), and 5.3 (acceptance of minutes from various boards and commissions) were approved unanimously after a motion by Councilwoman Voiner and second by Councilman McEwen. - Item 5.4, a conflict of interest statement from Councilman Bob Stotz, was pulled from the consent agenda and voted on separately. Motion by Councilwoman Voiner, second by Councilwoman Henderson. The motion passed with 6 in favor and 1 abstention (Stotz abstained). Discussion Items – New Business - Ordinance 2025 G16 – Annexation at 701 Potters Lane (Tri-County Shrine Club): Councilman Henderson moved approval, stating that annexation does not affect lawsuits and would give the town a say in future property use. Councilman Schiller asked if annexing would affect a lawsuit; the response was no. The ordinance passed with 6 in favor and 1 abstention on first reading. A second reading is scheduled for June 16. - Ordinance 2025 Z03 – Amendments to Zoning Code for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and Home Occupations: The ordinance updates ADU allowances to allow them citywide (previously limited to specific neighborhoods) and expands home occupations to all residential zones. The Plan Commission voted 4-0 to recommend approval after a public hearing. The council approved unanimously on first reading (only one reading required). - Purchase of Police Vehicles: Approval of the purchase of two new police pursuit vehicles from Bachman Chevrolet (only available dealer) using insurance proceeds from two wrecked vehicles damaged at the Eastern Boulevard overpass. Councilwoman Schiller requested an update on state plans to reconfigure the overpass; funding is available for fiscal year 2026. The purchase motion passed unanimously. Financial Reports (Clerk Treasurer Stone Cipher) - Clark County 911 emergency center filed a 6.6% increase for next year, representing 22% of their new budget, costing the town approximately $809,000 in local income tax clawbacks. - Property tax assessments rose 8%, resulting in a 2.7% increase in property tax revenue (about $500,000), but this is expected to be clawed back next year due to enrolled Senate Act 1. Council Comments - Councilmembers congratulated the new officers. - Councilwoman Voyner announced a recycling bin giveaway: 1,000 96-gallon bins via a $75,25 grant from IDEM, available to residents of Jeffersonville, Clarksville, and Sellersburg. Contact Clark County Recycling (Debbie McGrath) for appointments starting July 1. - Councilwoman Voyner also thanked the street and fire departments for cleaning a hazardous spill on Eastern Boulevard, and reminded of summer concert series and movie nights. - Councilwoman Voyner and others praised the Wawa grand opening, including a hoagie contest (fire department won), $2,500 donation to USO, and food fight. - Councilwoman Henderson thanked Clerk Treasurer Stone Cipher for the Memorial Day event and the Boy Scouts for flag retirement. - Councilman McEwen announced that after the meeting, a work session on senior housing on Admore Lane would be held, followed by an executive session. Work Session – Senior Housing Development on Admore Lane - Josh Cooper and Travis (Beacon/SoCare) presented a proposal for "Allen's Place," a 150-unit independent senior living complex for ages 62+ (goal) on Admore Lane, across from their existing Nicholas Landing development. The project would cost approximately $37 million, with rents ranging from $833–$1,195 for one-bedroom and $1,000–$1,400 for two-bedroom units. They requested a PILOT (Payment in Lieu of Taxes) agreement of $15,000 annually, increasing 3% per year for 30 years (total $730,000). This would help secure state financing from Indiana Housing, as they placed second in their region last year and need additional points. - The developer emphasized benefits: opening up single-family homes for first-time buyers, no addition to school system, and community support. They offered to dedicate 4 acres of the 14-acre site for town use (e.g., dog park). Councilmembers questioned age restriction enforcement, impact on town resources (EMS rather than police), and the 30-year compliance period. The developer agreed to include a 62+ age restriction in the pilot agreement, with any change requiring council approval. The council indicated they would consider the PILOT agreement at a future meeting (likely July 1 or first meeting in July). The work session concluded at 7:09 PM, followed by an executive session. Key Outcomes - New police officers sworn in. - Public comment from Ted Carr opposing annexation of Tri-County Shrine Club heard. - Consent agenda items approved (with separate vote on conflict of interest). - Ordinance 2025 G16 (annexation) approved on first reading (6-1); second reading June 16. - Ordinance 2025 Z03 (ADU and home occupation amendments) approved unanimously. - Purchase of two police vehicles approved unanimously. - Town heard financial reports and council comments. - Work session: Developer presented senior housing proposal; council will consider PILOT agreement at upcoming meeting.

The Clarksville City Council held a work session on May 20, 2025, to discuss the creation of a Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) and a Riverfront Development District as tools to promote economic development, particularly in the South Clarksville area. The session was led by Town Manager [unidentified] and included presentations from Mark Palmer (police representative) and Dennis from River Heritage Conservancy. Council members provided feedback and directed staff to prepare an ordinance for consideration. Discussion Items - DORA (Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area) Overview: - The Town Manager explained that a DORA allows open carry of alcoholic beverages purchased from approved vendors within a designated area, functioning like an outdoor beer garden without the need for a fence. Over 30 DORAs exist statewide, and communities can create up to seven, either permanent or temporary. - The proposed initial DORA in South Clarksville would be bounded by Riverside Drive, York Street, South Clark Street, and Market Street, encompassing the concert series area, the 812 building, and Watertower Square. Council members expressed strong support, calling it a "no-brainer" and advocating for a year-round designation. - The Town Manager noted that neighboring communities (Jeffersonville, New Albany) have DORAs, and that adjacent municipalities could create contiguous DORAs (subject to state approval). - Police Chief Mark Palmer emphasized that the DORA would provide better control and signage, but also noted potential negatives such as misuse of containers. He stated that enforcement would require education and coordination among departments. - Council members discussed the legalization of existing practices (e.g., open carry at concerts) and the ability to walk from vendor to vendor with a 16-ounce cup (limit of two beers, two 8-ounce wines, or one 10-ounce mixed drink with ≤2 oz. liquor). Minors are allowed if accompanied by an adult. - Riverfront Development District: - The Town Manager introduced a Riverfront Development District, which would allow the municipality to issue local liquor licenses to businesses without competing on the state market. This district is defined as within 1,000–1,500 feet of a body of water (e.g., Ohio River or Silver Creek). - Dennis from River Heritage Conservancy expressed interest in using this designation at Origin Park, particularly for the event center and whitewater facility, to serve alcohol in areas that may not qualify under standard parameters. - The district would generate revenue for the town through license fees, and licenses would be annual and revocable. Key Outcomes - No formal votes were taken. The council directed staff to research and prepare a DORA ordinance for consideration, possibly at the first or second meeting in June. The ordinance would need state approval, which may not occur before the next concert series but could be effective by July. - The council also asked staff to investigate the Riverfront Development District further and bring back details at a future meeting. - The work session concluded at 7:30 PM, followed by an executive session.

The Clarksville Town Council held its regular meeting on May 20, 2025, starting approximately at 6:00 PM. The meeting covered a consent agenda, public comments, several ordinances under unfinished and new business, reports from the Clerk-Treasurer, council member comments, and a work session presentation from Catalyst Rescue Mission. Key actions included decisions on fee schedules, economic development bonds, an annexation tabling, and a rezoning approval. Public Comments & Testimony - Ted Carr (address: 1113 E. 8th Street, Jeffersonville) spoke in opposition to the proposed annexation of the Tri-County Shrine Club (701 Potter's Lane). He stated that he and 40–45 other members of the Shrine Club had never been given an opportunity to buy the property, and that it was never put up for sale. He requested that the annexation be stopped so the members could regain control of the club. - Cassandra Ross spoke briefly, stating that she was there to remind the council of damage caused to her property on Potters Lane, and then stood silently for her two-minute allotment. Consent Calendar - Approved minutes from the last regular meeting, claims (current and pre-written), and acceptance of minutes from various boards and commissions. All items passed unanimously (all council members in favor). Discussion Items Unfinished Business 1. Ordinance 2025 G14 – Amending Fee Schedule for Building and Zoning Department - The building department proposed updates to fees to remain comparable with other communities. Modifications also addressed increased costs for public notification. No changes to local residential fees. The council had previously voted 6–1 on first reading. On second reading, the ordinance passed again with 6 in favor and 1 opposed. 2. Ordinance 2025 B02 – Taxable Economic Development Revenue Bonds (George Apartments) - Authorized up to $7.5 million in bonds for the development of 192 market-rate apartments and 10,300 sq. ft. of commercial space at 1401 Main Street (estimated $51 million project). The Clarksville Economic Development Commission and council had previously voted 6–1 on first reading. On final reading, the vote was 5 in favor (Voiner, Stotz, Henderson, Schiller, Councilman? – need to check) and 2 opposed (Councilman McEwen and Councilman Munich). New Business 3. Ordinance 2025 G13 – Authorizing Expenses for Employee Training - Allows town departments to provide food and beverages for training that extends over meal periods, as required by the State Board of Accounts. Councilwoman Voiner thanked staff for incorporating council feedback. Passed unanimously on both first and second readings. 4. Ordinance 2025 G16 – Annexation of 701 Potter's Lane (Tri-County Shrine Club) - Request to annex a 7.14-acre tract contiguous by 535 ft. (22% of perimeter, exceeding the 12.5% minimum). The applicant, Matt Toole (Infinity Homes), plans to develop townhomes on individually platted lots. A public hearing on May 6 had no speakers in favor or opposition. Under the ordinance, the property would initially be zoned R3, reverting to R2 if development timelines are not met. Council discussed a potential lawsuit mentioned by the public speaker; staff stated the town was not aware of any lawsuit and that annexation would not affect litigation. A motion to table the ordinance was made and seconded, passing 6–0 with 1 abstention (Councilwoman Henderson? Actually read:

The Clarksville Town Council held its regular meeting and subsequent work session on May 6, 2025. The meeting began with the Pledge of Allegiance and an apology for technical difficulties displaying the agenda. Two public hearings were conducted, and the council considered seven new business items, including ordinances and resolutions, before moving into a work session addressing new leadership introductions and major capital purchases. Consent Calendar - Unanimously approved the consent agenda which included minutes from previous meetings, claims, and placement of minutes from various boards and commissions. Public Hearings - Annexation of 701 Potter's Lane (Tri-County Shriner Club): A public hearing was held for the annexation of a 7.14-acre tract contiguous by 535 feet (22% of perimeter, exceeding the 12.5% minimum). One member of the public, a neighboring property owner from Jeffersonville, inquired about whether the annexed property would be zoned for townhouses, expressing concern that townhouses are "just apartments with a different name." The council noted that the zoning classification would be determined in the annexation ordinance. No opposition was voiced. The hearing was closed, and the ordinance will be considered on May 20. - Additional Appropriation for Motor Vehicle Highway Fund ($500,000): A public hearing was held for an additional appropriation due to under-budgeting (MVH budget submitted as $60,000 instead of $600,000). No public comments were made. The hearing was closed, and the ordinance was later approved. Discussion Items - Resolution 2025 R15 – Declaring Surplus Property: Approved unanimously to declare a 6'x12' utility trailer surplus and transfer it to Clarksville High School football team, as allowed under state code. - Resolution 2025 R16 – Waiving Mobile Food Vendor Fees at Summer Concert Series: Approved unanimously after discussion. The council clarified the waiver applies only to food vendors, not alcohol vendors, who operate under separate retail licenses. Council members noted that waiving fees is appropriate since vendors are invited to the event, and future state law will restrict such fees beginning in 2027. - Resolution 2025 R17 – Amending Cell Phone Allotment Policy: Approved unanimously to remove the requirement for monthly bill submissions, as the State Board of Accounts no longer requires them. - Ordinance 2025 BUD02 – Additional Appropriation for MVH Fund: Passed on first and second reading unanimously. Clerk-Treasurer Stone Cypher clarified this was a clerical error that does not affect taxpayers or department budgets, as the MVH fund is separately funded by excise tax. - Ordinance 2025 G14 – Amending Building and Zoning Fee Schedule: Passed on first reading with a vote of 6-1 (one opposition). The ordinance updates fees for permits and services, with no changes to local residential fees. It will return for a second reading at the next meeting. - Ordinance 2025 G15 – Adopting Employee Handbook Amendments: Passed on first and second reading unanimously. Key changes include allowing PTO to be used in 15-minute increments (to avoid forcing employees to burn a full hour for short appointments) and other federal law/court-required updates. - Ordinance 2025 B02 – Authorizing Taxable Economic Development Revenue Bonds (Denton Floyd/Hogan Properties): Passed on first reading with a vote of 6-1 (one opposition). The ordinance authorizes up to $7.5 million in bonds for a mixed-use development at 1401 Main Street, including 10,303 sq ft retail, 192 multifamily units (36 townhomes, 28 two-bedroom, 128 one-bedroom). Discussion clarified that $2.5 million (Series A) is for construction, and a conditional Series B bond (with zero interest) covers potential assessment appeals. Issuance costs are paid by the developer. The ordinance will return for a second reading. - Clerk-Treasurer Report: Stone Cypher reported the State Board of Accounts audit is nearly complete with no major issues. A new deputy clerk, Sydney Colen, was hired to replace outgoing Melanie Brown (10 years of service). Telecom cost savings of nearly $15,000 per year were achieved, and the focus is now on IT/streaming services. Cypher thanked the council for lobbying on SB1, noting that property tax revenue reductions will be felt in 2027, and urged cost-saving planning. - Council Comments: Council members thanked department heads, wished a happy Mother's Day, and highlighted efforts to combat unlicensed solicitors. Councilman McEwen praised the opening of a new police substation on Main Street. Work Session Highlights - Introduction of Amy Conrad Hill, Executive Director of Falls of the Ohio Foundation: Hill, a Clarksville resident, introduced herself and updated the council on the foundation's pavilion project (groundbreaking expected by end of year) and strategic plan. She invited council members to a leadership council meeting on May 15. - Fire Apparatus Purchase Discussion: Fire Chief Skags presented the need to replace two aging fire engines (one 28 years old) with a total cost of approximately $2.6 million. Seagrave quotes are valid for 30 days, but build time is now 4–5 years. Funding options include the HELP program through Indiana Bond Bank or a 10-year note from the equipment replacement fund (annual levy of $360,000). The council expressed support for moving forward contingent on legal review of the contract. Discussion also covered mutual aid, EMS services, and liability. - Employee Training Meal Reimbursement Policy: A draft policy was discussed to set guidelines for meal reimbursement during training. Concerns included the need for a minimum training duration (suggested 6 hours), a cap of $2,500 per department (not to exceed $5,000 annually), exclusion of online training, and prevention of overtime. The council agreed to gather data from department heads before finalizing the policy, tabling it to a future meeting. Key Outcomes - Approved consent agenda unanimously. - Approved Resolutions 2025 R15, R16, R17 unanimously. - Approved Ordinance 2025 BUD02 on first and second reading unanimously. - Passed Ordinance 2025 G14 on first reading (6-1), pending second reading. - Approved Ordinance 2025 G15 on first and second reading unanimously. - Passed Ordinance 2025 B02 on first reading (6-1), pending second reading. - Directed review of fire apparatus purchase contract and employee training meal reimbursement policy for future action.

The Clarksville Town Council met on April 16, 2025, for its regular meeting and an immediate work session. After an invocation by Pastor Don Hinton of Walnut Ridge Baptist Church in Jeffersonville, the council approved routine items, four new-business items, heard council member comments, and received the Clerk-Treasurer's financial report on the town's tax increment finance (TIF) districts. Consent Calendar - Claims, both current and pre-written, were approved; minutes were accepted and placed on file; and reports from various boards and commissions appointed by the town council were accepted. Motion by Councilman McEwen, second by Councilwoman Henderson; the motion carried unanimously. Health Insurance Renewal - The council approved the 2025-26 employee and retiree health insurance renewal recommended by the insurance committee, Assured Partners, and staff. The current policy runs from June 1, 2024, through May 31, 2025. - The insurance committee met on March 24 to review proposals. The approved plan keeps UMR United Health Care as the medical carrier with a 2% increase in administration fees; keeps Delta Dental, the vision carrier, and One America life, voluntary life, accidental death and dismemberment, and long-term disability coverage at rate holds until the 2026 renewal. - The plan changes stop-loss coverage from QBE to Gerber Life and changes the pharmacy benefit manager from Optum RX/RX Protect to True RX and Sharks. QBE's proposed renewal included an increase of 8.02%, or $463,373. The approved changes produce a net overall insurance premium decrease of 6%, saving $328,998 in premiums. - The council reviewed the proposal at its April 1 work session. Motion by Councilman Stotz, second by Councilwoman Henderson; approved 6-0-1, with one abstention. Ordinance 2025 B01: Tourism Revenue Bonds - The council approved Ordinance 2025 B01 on first and second reading, authorizing the issuance of capital development fund revenue bonds to assist the Clark and Floyd Counties Convention and Tourism Bureau. - The tourism bureau selected two Clarksville projects for grant funding: $250,000 for the Central Green Community and Cultural Destination Project and $250,000 for the Falls of the Ohio Education Pavilion Project. Debt service on the bonds will be paid from hotel room tax revenues, and the town is using its bonding authority to assist the issuance. Both readings passed unanimously. Ordinance 2025 BUD01: Budget Transfers - The council approved Ordinance 2025 BUD01 on first and second reading, transferring funds between major budget classifications. - Transfers include $18,000 in local option income tax for the remodel and opening of the police substation and $100,000 for wastewater capital improvement pump station number 10. The ordinance is a net-zero change to the fiscal year 2025 budget and does not require additional appropriations. Motion by Councilwoman Henderson, second by Councilman McEwen; both readings passed unanimously. Amended Firefighter Labor Contract - The council approved the amended collective bargaining agreement with the International Association of Firefighters, Local 2594. - The council originally approved the contract on January 21, but additional language changes were needed to fully cover the previously negotiated terms. The attorneys for both parties made the changes, and the firefighters voted to approve the amended contract. The contract remains effective from January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2028. Motion by Councilwoman Henderson, second by Councilman Stotz; the motion carried unanimously. Council Comments - Councilwoman Schiller thanked department heads and the fire department, noted her first contract cycle was smooth, and advised flood-affected residents to contact their insurance agents before speaking with door-to-door solicitors. She also noted the meeting was streamed on Facebook Live for the first time. - Councilwoman Boiner thanked the firefighters for their contract work, thanked Brad Cummins and his crew for fixing a bad bump at the end of Parkwood and Spicewood, and thanked the flood cleanup crew for extending service to southern Clarksville and the flood control authority for its work on flood walls. - Councilman Stotz thanked HR director Amy and the firefighters, praised Brad Cummins for street and flood work, and wished everyone a happy Easter. - Councilwoman Henderson thanked the firefighters, praised Brad Cummins and the public works team for pothole work, said the roads currently have "band-aids" that she hopes will be fully repaired, and wished everyone a happy Easter. - Councilman McEwen shared that a Green Tree Mall employee died unexpectedly of a heart attack. He recounted the family's gratitude toward Chief Walls and another officer who performed CPR and helped calm the family, and he thanked both the police and fire departments. Work Session: Clerk-Treasurer TIF Financial Report - After the regular meeting, the council opened a work session at 6:27 p.m. Clerk-Treasurer Stone Cypher delivered his statutory TIF district report, which was due by April 15. - For calendar year 2024, the report showed total revenues of $11.8 million, total expenses of $12.2 million, and a cash balance reduction of just under $500,000. - TIF lease payments, representing debt service on bond issuances, were 44% of expenses at $5.4 million. The floodgate replacement project at Main Street and Riverside was 18% of expenses at $2.2 million in 2024 alone; the Clerk-Treasurer noted the floodgate project is now around $6 million in total, though he said the exact figure was not in front of him. - Concerned about cash flow after the January claims register, the Clerk-Treasurer met in February with Manager Beatty and Director Gibson and recommended cutting about $3.5 million from the certified 2025 redevelopment budget to avoid a cash flow crunch. He explained that such reductions can be made by staff and the Clerk-Treasurer for cash flow reasons without a council vote, according to the Department of Local Government Finance. - The Clerk-Treasurer also reported outstanding bond debt of about $5.3 million, with debt service payments expected to rise to just over $5.6 or $5.7 million next year. - The council discussed an arbitrage report from Baker Tilly. About $6,000 in interest earned on construction bond proceeds for the public works facility may need to be repaid to the U.S. Treasury because the funds were not spent quickly enough, plus about $2,700 in Baker Tilly CPA fees, for about $8,700 total. That amount would be offset against the roughly $201,000 in interest earned in the first quarter. Council members briefly discussed the contractor's delay in submitting a final invoice, but noted the payment was not a penalty. - The work session ended at 6:41 p.m. and was followed by an executive session in the council chambers. Key Outcomes - Consent calendar approved unanimously. - Health insurance renewal approved 6-0-1, with one abstention. - Ordinance 2025 B01 adopted unanimously on first and second readings. - Ordinance 2025 BUD01 adopted unanimously on first and second readings. - Amended International Association of Firefighters, Local 2594 contract approved unanimously. - Clerk-Treasurer Stone Cypher said he plans to provide a fuller state of the town's finances report in early July. No formal council action was taken during the work session.

The Clarksville Redevelopment Commission convened on March 25, 2025, scheduled for 7:00 p.m. per the agenda (recorded meeting timestamp: 2025-03-25 12:15:00+00:00), at the Executive Conference Room, Clarksville Town Hall, 2000 Broadway St, Clarksville, IN. The agenda included approval of the February 25, 2025 regular and executive session minutes, project updates, two resolutions, a professional design services proposal for Fire Station 3, staff and legal reports, and approval of the claims register. The meeting transcript and minutes for this session were not provided in the source materials, so this summary reflects the agenda and supporting documents distributed for the meeting. Consent Calendar - The agenda included approval of the February 25, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes and Executive Session Meeting Minutes. No vote record is available for this meeting. Project Updates - Main Street Floodwall Reconstruction (JTL/Prime AE): The flood control structure and sluice gate are installed. Remaining work includes bicycle path pavers (delayed by weather), striping (requires 50°F and rising), and signage; final surface asphalt is awaiting direction on the Flood Control Structure. The contract completion date per Change Order No. 3 was September 27, 2024, with work continuing past that date. - Progress Way / Old Potters Lane Intersection (JTL/Prime AE): All right-of-way parcels are secured. Utility relocations are complete except INAWC, which has notice to proceed and plans to finish by the end of April 2025. The construction contract was awarded to E&B Paving following the February 18, 2025 bid opening; a pre-construction meeting with E&B Paving was held March 24, 2025. - South Clarksville Street Grid – BOT 2 (RW Moore): The February 25, 2025 minutes reported 24% contract completion for this project, with ongoing utility identification/removal and groundwater treatment pending after core sample issues. No March status report was included in the provided materials. - Riverside Drive Construction (Lochmueller Group): Riverside Drive final paving was completed by MAC Construction on March 18, 2025, and the intermediate asphalt course on Main Street was completed the same week. Crosswalks and stop bars were installed March 19, 2025, with striping scheduled for the following week when temperatures allow. The project is 95% complete under the current contract amount, with final completion expected September 1, 2025. Resolutions - Resolution 2025-R-01 – No Pass Through of Assessed Value: This resolution states that the Commission requires all assessed value in the Allocation Area to support debt service and redevelopment projects, and therefore determines there is no "excess assessed value" to allocate to overlapping taxing units under IC 36-7-14-39(b). The affected taxing districts are Clark County, the Town of Clarksville, Greater Clark County School Corporation, Clarksville Community Schools Corporation, Jeffersonville Township, Jeffersonville-Clarksville Flood Control District, Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department, and Clarksville-Jeffersonville Township Fire Territory. - Resolution 2025-R-02 – Disposal of Surplus Property: This resolution declares a disassembled 85' x 60' blue metal building (approximately 5,100 square feet), formerly on the west side of the former Marathon property at 214 Center Street, as surplus. It authorizes disposal by sale, trade-in, transfer to another governmental agency, or junking/demolition if the cost of disposal exceeds the item's value. Business Item: Fire Station 3 Renovation – Design Services Proposal - GHC Orcutt | Winslow submitted a proposal to provide architectural and mechanical/electrical engineering design services for the Clarksville Fire Station 3 renovation at 404 Hale Road. The project involves renovating approximately 4,405 square feet of a single-story CMU/masonry structure, including offices, sleeping quarters, toilet/shower areas, apparatus bay door replacement, a new metal standing seam roof, new exterior windows/doors, and electrical and HVAC upgrades. The anticipated construction budget is approximately $1,000,000. The proposed professional fee is $109,700, with a phase breakdown of $12,500 (Schematic Design), $30,375 (Design Development), $36,450 (Construction Documents), $6,075 (Bidding and Negotiations), and $24,300 (Construction Administration), plus reimbursable expenses at 1.15 times cost. The schedule anticipates RDC review at the May 27, 2025 meeting and approximately nine months of construction. Staff and Legal Reports - The agenda included a Legal Report by C. Sturgeon and Staff Report by T. Gibson and K. Baity. No details from these reports were included in the provided materials. Claims - The agenda included approval of the Claims Register. The Accounts Payable Register dated March 21, 2025, lists claims totaling $495,909.37, including $402,743.32 to MAC Construction for the South Clarksville Street Grid Phase 2 (READI grant), $45,347.50 to Yasmin L. Stump Law Group for TIF legal services, $17,754.25 to Lochmueller Group for Riverside Drive construction inspection, and $9,427.84 to Cincinnati Insurance. No vote record is available. Key Outcomes - No formal votes, tallies, or adopted decisions are recorded in the provided materials for the March 25, 2025 meeting. The agenda items presented for action were approval of minutes, Resolution 2025-R-01, Resolution 2025-R-02, the Fire Station 3 design services proposal, and the claims register. - The pre-construction meeting for the Progress Way / Old Potters Lane project was held March 24, 2025. - Riverside Drive final paving was completed March 18, 2025, with striping and remaining landscaping scheduled for spring/summer 2025.

The Clarksville Town Council held its regular meeting on the evening of March 18, 2025, followed by a work session. The council heard a proclamation, approved routine consent items and several contracts, debated a police civilian employee ordinance, and received presentations on the Baya youth program, tourism funding, and wastewater/stormwater projects. Consent Calendar - The council unanimously approved the consent agenda, including minutes from prior meetings, current and pre-written claims, placement of board and commission appointments, and conflict-of-interest statements. A statement for Sherry Lockard was added by email; her husband owns a body shop that may do business with the town. Proclamation - The council recognized March 16-22, 2025, as National Safe Place Week. Ashley Braswell and Kathy Meelan attended. The proclamation noted Safe Place operates at more than 20,000 locations in over 1,700 communities across 39 states; more than 45,500 youth have been placed or counseled, and more than 15 million youth have been educated since the program began in 1983. Councilman McEwen praised the program and its founder, Larry Woldridge. New Business and Discussion Items - Tree clearing and gravity sewer line at Pump Stations 24 and 32: Staff explained that trees must be cut by March 31 to comply with Indiana bat habitat rules. The low quote was from Dan Christiani Excavating for $122,505; after removing two areas for a future phase, the revised quote was $97,729. The agreement had already been signed and a notice to proceed issued because of the deadline; the council unanimously ratified the action. - Historic prison bars sculpture: The council unanimously approved a contract not to exceed $40,000 with 900 North Studios of Indianapolis for design, fabrication, and installation of a sculpture along Main Street, funded from EDIT funds. Councilwoman Voiner asked that the colored elements not all be blue and that signage explain the piece; the Arts Commission plans to number 300 balls representing people buried in unmarked graves at the site. - Ordinance 2025 G11: The council unanimously approved, on first and second readings, an ordinance declaring dormant grant accounts and transferring remaining balances so the accounts can be closed. - Ordinance 2025 S04: This ordinance would reduce part-time parks officers from five to three, add one full-time parks officer, and eliminate two unfilled civilian safety division positions. Council members asked whether filled jobs were being cut and were told the positions were unfilled. The final vote was 4 in favor, 2 against, and 1 abstention, and the council stated the second reading would need to return at the next meeting for clarification. Council Comments and Updates - Ken Conklin, former communications director, reported that the town website is being moved to a larger host because it was not built to handle livestreaming and increased content. He said residents may see intermittent outages while the migration is completed; Manager Bailey approved additional funding for bandwidth and conversion work. - Councilwoman Voiner expressed sympathy for residents who suffered hail damage over the weekend, noting insurance companies reported hundreds of calls. Work Session Presentations - Baya: Shalee Frederick, founder and executive director, and a Baya mother and board member asked the council to sponsor the May 15 annual gala, saying 100 percent of donations would go to programs because all gala expenses are already covered. They reported 983 youth participants overall, about 50 girls attending each Saturday at the Baya Center, programs in more than 50 schools, and a new women's program. - Southern Indiana Tourism: Jim Epperson, executive director, described the tourism capital development fund program. A $1 million funding round awarded four projects, including two in Clarksville: a Falls of the Ohio outdoor education pavilion and a permanent stage and facilities in the central green. Each project would receive $250,000 through a $500,000 town bond paid by innkeepers tax, with bond fees added. A pledge agreement is expected to be presented April 1. - Wastewater/stormwater projects: Staff reviewed the revised multi-year project list. Recent projects are mostly complete; Pump Station 10 at Lapping Park is about 75 percent complete; and the Pump Station 32-to-24 gravity sewer project will create capacity for future development, including the Platform Park site. Lower-priority rear-yard sewer and stormwater projects were deferred unless emergencies arise. The updated project list will be sent to Baker Tilly for a new rate and bond analysis. Key Outcomes - Consent agenda approved unanimously. - Tree clearing agreement with Dan Christiani Excavating ratified unanimously. - 900 North Studios sculpture contract approved unanimously. - Ordinance 2025 G11 approved unanimously on first and second readings. - Ordinance 2025 S04 was not finalized; the second reading is to return at the next meeting after a 4-2-1 vote. - The council then moved upstairs for an executive session on the LGE high-tension power line easement property item.

The Clarksville Town Council met on March 4, 2025, for a regular meeting that included recognition of the 2024 Firefighter of the Year, promotions within the police department, public comments, and the unanimous approval of multiple ordinances and resolutions. Key actions included opposition to a proposed fire territory and a state tax policy that would significantly impact local revenues, as well as approval of annexations and interlocal agreements. Consent Calendar - Minutes, Claims, and Reports: The council approved the consent agenda, which included minutes from the last regular meeting, current and pre-written claims, and acceptance of minutes and placement on file of various boards and commissions. The motion carried unanimously. Public Comments & Testimony - Dylan Pennell: Delivered a humorous, satirical address about an alleged pigeon uprising in Clarksville, calling for an anti-pigeon task force and urging residents to stop feeding them. No formal policy request was made. - Cassandra Ross: Voiced strong opposition to the town’s handling of a stormwater project affecting her property on Potter’s Lane. She claimed the town created a false narrative during a work session, omitted a critical photo from their presentation, and has failed to remediate the water flow issue. She argued that taxpayer dollars are not being spent equitably. She noted that several other homes in the neighborhood are also impacted. - Kim Harris: Supported Ms. Ross by reading an email from Town Manager Kevin Bailey that promised minor grading work to address standing water, which has never been performed. She urged the council to do what is right. Discussion Items - Ordinance 2025 G09 – Annexation for Origin Park: Annexation of 0.11 acres adjacent to 1019 McCullough Pike for River Heritage Conservancy. Passed unanimously on first and second readings. - Ordinance 2025 G10 – Annexation of Blackiston Mill Road Properties: Annexation of 2830 Blackiston Mill Road and land adjacent to 2820 Blackiston Mill Road, resulting from a Floyd County road project. Passed unanimously on first and second readings. - Ordinance 2025 Z01 – Zoning Code Clean-Up: Repealing several outdated planned unit development ordinances and removing obsolete zoning sections. Passed unanimously. - Resolution 2025 R11 – Opposing Jeffersonville/Utica Township Fire Territory: Staff reported that the proposed fire territory would cause a gross loss of $4.7 million for Clarksville (including $2.6 million net loss plus $2 million in circuit breaker credits) and a total countywide gross loss of $31 million. The council unanimously opposed the territory in its current form, calling for broader discussion among affected taxing units. - Resolution 2025 R12 – Opposing State Tax Policy (Senate Bill 1): The bill would reset tax rates to pre-COVID levels, denying municipalities natural growth. Clarksville’s estimated loss is $2.5 million (12.5% of the general fund). The resolution opposes the policy without replacement revenue streams. Passed unanimously. - Resolution 2025 R13 – Interlocal Agreement for Cloud-Based Storage: Authorized the town to enter an agreement with the Clark County Sheriff’s Department and Prosecutor’s Office for shared cloud-based digital evidence storage. Passed unanimously. - General Services Agreement with Mike Arthur: Approved a contract for carpentry and maintenance services beyond town employee capabilities. Passed unanimously. - Work Session Items Postponed: Manager Beatty noted that discussion on the LGE high-tension power line easement (request to expand from 75 to 150 feet, with concerns from River Heritage Conservancy) and prioritization of short-term stormwater/wastewater projects were postponed to a future work session due to missing documents. Key Outcomes - Firefighter of the Year and Tributes: Sergeant Scott Minio was recognized as 2024 Firefighter of the Year. He gave an emotional speech honoring fallen firefighter Michael Mallory, presenting a special gift to Mallory’s family. - Police Promotions: Chief Walls announced promotions: Eric Lastnan to Corporal, Kevin Conklin to Sergeant, and Artie Popwell to Captain. - All Votes Unanimous: The consent agenda, all four ordinances, and all three resolutions (R11, R12, R13) passed with unanimous support. The general services agreement also passed unanimously. - Clerk-Treasurer Warning: Dan Stonecipher warned that if both the fire territory and Senate Bill 1 take full effect, the combined $6.7 million impact would equate to the entire annual police budget, requiring severe cuts. - Council Comments: Members offered condolences for Michael Mallory, congratulations to awardees and promoted officers, and emphasized the devastating financial impact of the proposed fire territory and state tax policy. Executive Session The regular meeting adjourned, and the council moved to an executive session in the conference room.