Compiled by Pete Smith
What happened: The city council declined to expand its list of prohibited weapons.
What it means: Kids will still be able to use slingshots, BB guns and airsoft guns in a responsible manner. Its sponsor, council president Eric Seidensticker, introduced the ordinance to prompt a public discussion on the matter. The council voted based on the direction of the public opinion expressed.
What’s next: No further action needed.
What happened: The council transferred money to purchase Brookshire pool.
What it means: The council had previously agreed to purchase the pool to complete the Brookshire Golf Course parcel. They used $70,000 from the general fund to complete the purchase.
What’s next: No further action needed.
What happened: Clerk-Treasurer Diana Cordray will participate in Carmel Redevelopment Commission finance meetings.
What it means: In discussions about the Village Financial payment that the Clerk-Treasurer held because of missing documentation, it was agreed that the loan agreements were confusing. The various parties are also taking steps to communicate better.
What’s next: The payment in question was made Feb. 18 and the next CRC finance meeting will be held in the Clerk-Treasurer’s office at 10 a.m. Feb. 28.
What happened: Various existing proposals will be discussed in committee.
What it means: The following ordinances received readings: “Support for the Arts Fund,” “Adoption of a Storm Water User Fee,” “Amendment of Noise Regulations,” “Amendment of the Comprehensive Plan.”
What’s next: The Utilities, Transportation and Public Safety committee will discuss the stormwater utility and noise ordinance at 6 p.m. March 6.
In other news: Councilors Luci Snyder and Carol Schleif were absent. The Clerk-Treasurer also announced that it would cancel payment on $929 worth of debts that were never claimed from 2011 and move the money into the general fund. Several members of the public also addressed the council on the matter of coyotes in Carmel; the council declined to take action on the matter.
