HomeMy WebLinkAbout01-15-14 Personnel and FinancePERSONNEL & FINANCE JANUARY IS, 2014 5:10 P.M.
Committee Members Present: Valerie Schey, Derek Dieter, Dr. David Varner, Henry Davis
Citizen Members Present: Vacant
Other Council Present: Tim Scott, Dr. Fred Ferlic, Karen White, Gavin Ferlic, Oliver Davis
Others Present: Cecil Eastman, John Murphy, Cristal Brisco, Christine Villaire,
Michael lane, Kathryn Roos, Willow Weatherall, Brian
Pawlowski, Joel Barrett
Agenda: Bill 70 -13 Amend Chapter 2 —City Residency Requirements
Bill 14 -07 Urge General Assembly to Reject Constitutional
Amendment Defining Marriage
Recently appointed Chair Valerie Schey called the first hearing of the new year for the Personnel &
Finance. Two bills, both potentially controversial were on the agenda.
The first bill 70 -13 would amend the City Code to require the city residency for city employment.
Henry Davis, primary sponsor of the bill asked the bill be continued until the Council meeting scheduled
for February 10th. He so motioned. Derek Dieter seconded and all supported.
The second Bill 14 -07 was a resolution urging the Indiana General Assembly to reject the proposed state
constitutional amendment permanently defining marriage.
Tim Scott, primary proponent of the resolution made the presentation. Reading a written statement,
Tim emphasized the negative economic development consequences of not welcoming people of
different than traditional lifestyles.
Three people Michael Lane, Willow Weatherall and Joel Barrett all spoke in support of the resolution.
There was no opposition.
After brief Council discussion, Derek Dieter motioned the bill be sent to full Council with no
recommendation. Henry Davis' second was supported by all.
Valerie Schey adjourned the meeting at 5:26 P.M.
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