City Commission

2062 CITY COMMISSION recutar MEETING FeEsBRuaRyY 19 2025 COD REPRO 333-4043 CITY COMMISSION MEETING On Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at 6:01 p.m., the Dayton City Commission met in regular session in the Commission Chambers of City Hall. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Mims called the meeting to order. INVOCATION Commissioner Joseph gave the invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Mims led the public in the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Roll call was taken, and Mayor Mims, Commissioners Joseph, Shaw, Fairchild, and Turner-Sloss were present. The Clerk of the Commission, Ms. Regina Blackshear, and the City Manager, Ms. Shelley Dickstein, were also present. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Commissioner Shaw made a motion to approve the minutes from the February 12, 2025, meeting. Commissioner Fairchild seconded the motion. The previous meeting minutes were unanimously approved. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS There were none. PRESENTATION AND SPECIAL AWARDS There were none. ADDITIONS OR DELETIONS TO THE CALENDAR There were no additions or deletions. DISCUSSION OF CALENDAR ITEMS Calendar Item No. 2 City Manager, Shelley Dickstein highlighted a $2.5 million service agreement with Miami Valley Housing Opportunities (MVHO) as part of the Continuum of Care program. This annual grant funds Permanent Supportive Housing and Chronic Housing Programs. Due to HUD monitoring delays, the contract, originally awarded in late 2023, is now being executed. The funding covers services from June 2024 to May 2025. While future funding remains a concern, this year’s allocation saw a $300,000 increase, reinforcing the city’s commitment to addressing homelessness. Commissioner Joseph emphasized the city's long-standing commitment, now spanning 15 to 18 years, to Miami Valley Housing Opportunities and supporting the homeless population. He highlighted the importance of the grant being discussed, which provides a Continuum of Care approach—meeting individuals where they are and using updated best practices to assist those in need. He expressed pride in the City's continued dedication to this program and thanked the city manager and his colleagues for their support.  2063 CITY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING Fresruary 19 2025 COD REPRO 333-4043 Calendar Item No. 5 City Manager, Shelley Dickstein highlighted a $114,900 contract with The Kleingers Group Inc. for surveying services related to the continued reconstruction of Salem Avenue. This project, expected to extend into 2027-2028, will advance to Phase 6, reaching Litchfield, with additional phases likely needed to complete the work. She also noted significant upcoming improvements on U.S. 35 from Huffman to U.S. 35, emphasizing the city's continued investment in major corridors. Ordinance No. 32139-25 City Manager, Shelley Dickstein introduced the first reading of Ordinance 32139-25, which appropriates funds for the year 2025. She invited Abbie Patel-Jones, the Director of Management and Budget, to provide a high-level overview of the ordinance. Ms. Patel-Jones provided an overview of the 2025 original appropriation, which totals $999.1 million, just under the billion-dollar mark. This represents a $345 million increase from the temporary budget passed in November, primarily due to a $334.5 million carryover budget. The carryover consists of unspent funds from prior years, which are reappropriated for multi-year capital and non-operating projects. Several key changes account for the difference between the temporary and original budget. The Development Fund increased by $4.2 million, with $4 million allocated for Centre City improvements and $225,000 for previously approved commitments. The Street Maintenance Fund saw a $623,000 increase to support planned capital purchases, while $200,000 was allocated to fund operational costs for the SOPEC Electric Aggregation Program. Additionally, the Miscellaneous Grant Fund grew by $2.6 million due to the AES Weatherization Settlement Grant, which was awarded after the temporary budget was finalized. The Stormwater Capital Fund increased by $163,000 to purchase a street sweeper, a routine expenditure made every other year. Lastly, the Internal Service Funds increased by $2.4 million, with $2.35 million designated for health insurance compliance and $20,000 allocated for an electric lift purchase. These adjustments ensure funding for critical infrastructure projects, newly awarded grants, and operational expenses while aligning with the City's financial planning. CITIZENS’ COMMENTS ON CALENDAR ITEMS There were no citizen comments. REPORTS A. Purchase Orders, Agreements, and Contracts: (All contracts are valid until delivery is complete or through December 31“ of the current year). 1. Purchase Orders: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Al. Cadre Computer Resources Company dba Cadre Information Security (checkpoint firewall hardware replacement and professional services as needed through 12/31/25) $202,214.99 1. (cont'd): WATER Bl. Kelden Equipment, Inc. (maintenance and repair for Hurst boilers as needed through 12/31/27) $300,000.00 2064 CITY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING _ FEBRUARY 19 2025 COD REPRO 333-4043 B2. Ohio Machinery Co. (CAT XQ 425 Mobile Diesel Generator) $274,613.00 B3. Steinke Tractor Sales, Inc. (one (1) Massey Ferguson 68.145 Tractor and Bush Hog Rotary Mower) $196,097.89 -Depts. of Information Technology and Water. TOTAL: $972,925.88 Service Agreements 2. Miami Valley Housing Opportunities, Inc. - Grant Agreement — Continuum of Care Subrecipient Agreement — Permanent Supportive Housing Tenant-Based Rental Assistance — Department of Planning, Neighborhoods and Development/Development (HUD Programs). $2,569,377.40 (Thru 5/31/25) 3. Mythics, LLC — Service Agreement — to assist the City of Dayton in migrating Oracle database workloads from an on-premise platform to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) — Department of Information Technology. $233,650.00 (Thru 5/31/26) B. Construction Contracts: 4. Brumbaugh Construction — Award of Contract — Wesleyan Bike Path (6% DBE Participation Goal/8.6% DBE Participation Goal Achieved) (Federal Congestion Mitigation Air Quality Funds) — Department of Public Works/Civil Engineering. $578,411.00 (Thru 10/01/27) 5. The Kleingers Group, Inc. Award of Contract- consulting services for professional surveying services for the Salem Avenue Reconstruction Phase 5, Salem Avenue Reconstruction Phase 6, and Smithville Road Reconstruction Phase 1 Project — Department of Public Works/Civil Engineering. $114,900.00 (Thru 12/31/31) 6. O.R. Colan Associates, LLC. -Award of Contract — consulting services for the Keowee Street Safety Improvement Project — Department of Public Works/Civil Engineering. $86,725.00 (Thru 12/31/31) E. Other — Contributions, Etc.: 7. Greater Dayton RTA — Legal Settlement — settlement of moral obligation claim number 2024-096 -Department of Law/Civil Division. $12,666.25 APPROVAL OF CITY MANAGER’S REPORTS Commissioner Shaw made the motion to approve the City Manager’s Reports. Commissioner Turner-Sloss seconded the motion. The City Manager’s Reports were approved with a 5-0 vote. Voting in the affirmative were Mayor Mims, Commissioners Joseph, Shaw, Fairchild, and Turner-Sloss.  2065 CITY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING Fesruary 19 2025 COD REPRO 333-4043 LEGISLATION Emergency Resolution- First and Second Reading No. 6848-25- Authorizing the Acceptance of a Grant Award from the State of Ohio, Department of Public Safety, Ohio Emergency Management Agency, in the amount of One Hundred Twenty-One Thousand Six Hundred Sixty Dollars and Zero Cents ($121,660.00) and declaring an Emergency. The question being shall Emergency Resolution No. 6848-25 be adopted. Commissioner Fairchild made the motion for the immediate passage of Emergency Resolution No. 6848-25. Commissioner Shaw seconded this motion. A roll call vote was taken resulting in a 5-0 vote. Voting in the affirmative were Mayor Mims, Commissioners Joseph, Shaw, Fairchild, and Turner-Sloss. The Resolution was adopted. Ordinances- First Reading No. 32139-25 - Appropriating Funds for the Year 2025 to Provide for the Operating and Capital Expenses of Various Offices, Departments, Government of the City of Dayton. No. 32140-25 - Consenting to Perform Concrete Pavement Repairs on US Route 35 from Straight Line Mile (SLM) 11.75 to 14.34 (Liscum Drive to James H. McGee Boulevard) in the City of Dayton, and Agreeing to Cooperate in Matters Incidental Thereto, Including the Execution of an Agreement Necessary to Implement this Ordinance. Resolution- First Reading No. 6849-25 - Supporting the Ohio Commission for the United States Semi- Quincentennial (AMERICA250-OH). Board Appointment Commissioner Turner-Sloss moved to have LeKeisha Grant as a public representative of the tax incentive review council for a term ending March 31, 2028. Commissioner Joseph seconded this motion. Voting in the affirmative were Mayor Mims, Commissioners Joseph, Shaw, Fairchild, and Turner-Sloss. CITIZENS’ COMMENTS There were four citizens registered to speak. 1. Mr. Ciaramella Anderson, PO Box 494, 1441 Brush Row Rd- spoke about his struggles with displacement, homelessness, and various hardships in the community, including experiencing racism, water contamination affecting his mother's health, and losing his paid-off mobile home after a car accident. He called for financial resolution, expressing the pain he has endured due to these challenges. 2. Ms. Tasha Roundtree, 4669 St. James Ave- spoke about Senate Bill 56, which would redirect social equity funds to the state’s general fund, preventing Dayton from benefiting from dispensary revenues and hiring local residents, particularly people of color. She voiced her opposition by announcing plans to run for Senator Huffman’s seat in response to the bill’s impact on her community. 3. Mr. Paul Manning, 25 Spring Field St- spoke about his concerns about the investigation into his friend's disappearance, believing it was related to drug dealers. 2066 CITY COMMISSION RECULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 19 2025 COD REPRO 333-4043 He expressed frustration with the progress of the case but remains determined to find justice for his friend. 4. Mr. Kimaru Wa-Tenza, 1200 Grand Ave- spoke about Hannibal Barca's historical significance and the adoption of the "Hannibal Doctrine" by Israel in 1986, which he believes is a troubling policy. He urged the commission to reconsider its support for the Israeli government due to concerns about ongoing violence and genocide. COMMENTS BY THE CITY COMMISSION Commissioner Turner-Sloss Commissioner Turner-Sloss began by congratulating Ms. Dawn Manuel for being named the interim director of the Department of Human Resources, acknowledging the well- deserved promotion. She also expressed appreciation for the presentation given by Ms. Patel-Jones regarding the appropriations for the evening’s budget. Commissioner Turner-Sloss thanked Ms. Dickstein for her recommendations and extended her support to Mr. Anderson, who shared his struggles with housing displacement, encouraging him to contact Miami Valley Housing Opportunities and other organizations for help. She assured Mr. Anderson that she would provide her contact information and assist him with his housing search. Commissioner Turner-Sloss also thanked Ms. Roundtree for her ongoing advocacy on the issue of social equity, particularly in relation to recent legislative changes and the new drive-thru dispensary in the community. She recognized the importance of these issues and reiterated her support for Ms. Roundtree’s efforts. Commissioner Turner-Sloss continued by expressing sympathy for Mr. Manning, whose friend had gone missing under tragic circumstances, and offered continued prayers for his family as they search for closure. She acknowledged Mr. Wa-Tenza’s advocacy for the Palestinian community, recognizing the importance of his voice in bringing attention to global issues. Commissioner Turner-Sloss also highlighted events in Dayton in celebration of Black History Month, including a screening of the film Brown Hands, Black Schools at the Dayton Metro Library, as well as an event at the Second Street Market focused on Charles Young, a Buffalo Soldier and prominent African American figure. Lastly, she emphasized the city’s commitment to supporting community initiatives and furthering conversations about important social and cultural topics. Commissioner Fairchild Commissioner Fairchild honored Aminah Ahmad, a community peace advocate who recently passed away, and asked for a moment of silence in their memory. Commissioner Fairchild then shared two thoughts: one encouraging reflection on how small actions today can shape the future, and another expressing concern over a recent case in Clarkdale, Mississippi, where a judge ordered the removal of a critical editorial, highlighting the danger of injustice.  2067 CITY COMMISSION REcuLar MEETING Fresruary 19 2025 COD REPRO 333-4043 Commissioner Shaw Commissioner Shaw expressed his honor in being invited to participate in the "Icons and Offsprings" event at the EbonNia Gallery this Sunday, celebrating Black History Month and discussing his family history. He also shared excitement about being selected as a judge for the Boys and Girls Club of Dayton’s "Youth of the Year" award, where winners will move on to state and possibly national competitions. Commissioner Joseph Commissioner Joseph shared two announcements: first, the city is seeking public input to create safer streets through the Safe Streets and Roads for All action plan, with an interactive map and survey on the city’s website. Secondly, he encouraged attendance at the University of Dayton’s International Festival tomorrow, February 20th, from 5 to 7:30 p.m., which will feature performances, a flag ceremony, and cultural booths showcasing UD's global student community. Mayor Mims Mayor Mims highlighted several notable African-Americans from Dayton, including WS McIntosh, who led demonstrations for equal employment in the 1950s, Don Crawford, Dayton’s first black commissioner, and Louis Troy, who taught young black women to read in the early 1900s. He also mentioned Colonel Charles Young, the third African- American to graduate from West Point. The Mayor announced that a film about Edwin C. Moses, a track and field legend who used his math skills to win over 100 consecutive races, would be shown on March 29th and 30th at the Neon Theater. The film will highlight his contributions to the community and his innovative use of math in sports. The Mayor concluded with a message of love and peace, stating, "Love and peace for all, hatred for none.” ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 6:38 p.m. Clerk of Commission