City Commission

2252 CITY COMMISSION — REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 13 2025 COD REPRO 333-4043 CITY COMMISSION MEETING On Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at 8:31 a.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 led the invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Mims led the public in the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Roll call was taken, and Mayor Mims and Commissioners Joseph, Shaw, and Turner- Sloss were present. The Clerk of the Commission, Ms. Regina Blackshear, and City Manager, Shelley Dickstein, were also present. Commissioner Joseph made a motion to excuse Commissioner Shaw from the Commission Meeting. Commissioner Fairchild seconded this motion. The absence was unanimously approved. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Commissioner Joseph made a motion to approve the minutes from the August 6, 2025, meeting. Commissioner Mayor seconded the motion. The previous meeting minutes were unanimously approved. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS There are none. PRESENTATION AND SPECIAL AWARDS There are none. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS ON CALENDAR ITEMS City Manager Shelley Dickstein highlighted three service agreements providing a combined $652,000 in assistance for homelessness prevention programs. All funding comes from the federal Emergency Solutions Grant program. Item three is a grant agreement with Homefull focused on school-based prevention and eviction prevention, including legal assistance for high-risk households living in subsidized public housing. This program has been in place for roughly ten years; last year, it served 40 households with City funding. Item four is another grant agreement with Homefull, this one from the Emergency Solutions Grant’s Rapid Rehousing Program. It provides services to individuals and families experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness, serving 100 households in the last year. Item five is a grant agreement with Homefull for maintenance and operational expenses at the Gateway Men’s Shelter, which serves 200— 300 men per night. CITIZENS' COMMENTS ON CALENDAR ITEMS There were no citizens registered to speak.  22533 CITY COMMISSION recutar MEETING _ aucust 13 2025 Barrett Brothers T!505087LD COMMISSIONERS’ COMMENTS ON CALENDAR ITEMS Commissioner Turner-Sloss thanked Ms. Dickstein and staff for highlighting the homelessness prevention agreements, noting concerns about a potential rise in the unhoused population. She requested more information on the ESG Rapid Rehousing Program, citing cases where participants became unhoused again after assistance ended, and asked about follow-up steps to prevent this. Ms. Dickstein said the County is evaluating the homelessness prevention system to identify gaps, such as the need for more permanent supportive housing, and is in discussion with partners on improvements. Turner-Sloss also asked about prior ARPA funds awarded to St. Vincent de Paul (now Homefull) for the Gateway Men’s Shelter. Dickstein explained the funds were primarily used for operations during COVID-19 and offered to provide a detailed breakdown. Commissioner Turner-Sloss thanked staff, the Fire Department, the Law Department, and other partners for their work on the Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Management Plan with Montgomery County, noting it provides detailed emergency response procedures and is a valuable preparedness resource. Commissioner Joseph thanked staff for their work on the Homefull grants and placed them in context of Dayton’s long-term effort to end chronic homelessness, which began in 2006. He noted the City’s coordinated system reduces duplication, uses a single entry point for all partners, and is continually improved. He emphasized that these structures, built with partners in Kettering, Montgomery County, and across the system, will help the community better withstand future challenges, even as national conditions may worsen. REPORT 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: POLICE Al. Kiesler Police Supply (pistols and accessories) $51,211.20 A2. Superior Uniform Sales, Inc. (police uniforms and related items) $27,713.28 WATER B1. Beau Townsend Ford Inc. -P0251204 - (2026 Ford E-Transit 350 with additional equipment) $83,205.00 B2. Beau Townsend Ford Inc. -P0251206 - (five (5) 2025 Ford F-150 Lightning with additional equipment) $290,600.00 B3. Hach Company (Hach brand controller instrument, digital sensors, and related items) $167,992.32 -Departments of Police and Water. TOTAL: $620,721.80 Service Agreements 2. Frost Brown Todd, LLP — Contract Modification — second amendment to continue professional legal services on an “as-needed” basis to assist in the development of the Department of Water goals, objectives, and priorities as identified by the City— Department of Water/Water Engineering. $150,000.00 (Thru 12/31/28)  2254 CITY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 13 2025 Barrett Brothers T1505087LD 3. Homefull — Grant Agreement — Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Program Subrecipient Agreement with Homefull for Preventing Homelessness by Aligning Systems Effectively (PHASE) to implement a high-functioning crisis response collective impact project to prevent homelessness by focusing on effective targeting in school-based prevention and in eviction prevention (including legal assistance) for high-at-risk households living in subsidized, public housing - Department of Planning, Neighborhoods and Development/Development (HUD Programs). $55,671.20 (Thru 12/31/25) 4. Homefull — Grant Agreement — Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Program Subrecipient Agreement for the Rapid Rehousing Program to provide services to those who are experiencing homelessness and/or at risk for homelessness - Department of Planning, Neighborhoods and Development /Development (HUD Programs). $295,252.20 (Thru 06/30/26) 5. Homefull — Grant Agreement — Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Program Subrecipient Agreement for maintenance and operation expenses at the Gateway Men’s Shelter - Department of Planning, Neighborhoods and Development /Community Development. $301,006.80 (Thru 06/30/26) APPROVAL OF CITY MANAGER’S REPORTS Commissioner Fairchild made the motion to approve the City Manager’s Reports. Commissioner Joseph seconded the motion. The City Manager’s Reports were unanimously approved. LEGISLATION Emergency Resolution — Second Reading No. 6878-25 - Authorizing the City of Dayton’s Continued Participation in the Multi- Jurisdictional Hazard Management Plan in Conjunction with the Montgomery County Office of Emergency Management, and Declaring an Emergency. A roll call vote was taken, resulting in a 4-0 vote. Voting in the affirmative were Mayor Mims, Commissioners Joseph, Fairchild, and Turner-Sloss. The Emergency Resolution was adopted. Ordinance — Second Reading No. 32155-25 — Amending the Official Zoning Map to change the zoning of approximately 0.21 acres at 742 and 746 Belmonte Park North from Mature Single- Family Residential (MR-5) to Campus Institutional (CI). A roll call vote was taken, resulting in a 4-0 vote. Voting in the affirmative were Mayor Mims, Commissioners Joseph, Fairchild, and Turner-Sloss. The Ordinance was adopted.  2255 CITY COMMISSION _ ®2SULAR MEETING — 4¥GUST 13 2025 COD REPRO 333-4043 Resolutions — First Reading No. 6879-25 - Declaring the Intention to Appropriate Real Property Interests in Parcels 98 T and 117 T in Connection with the Salem Avenue Reconstruction Phase 4 Project. No. 6880-25 - Declaring the Intention to Appropriate Real Property Interests in Parcels 13 SH and 25 T in Connection with the Findlay Street Reconstruction Project. CITIZENS’ COMMENTS There were thirteen citizens registered to speak. 1. Mr. Kimaru Wa-Tenza, 1200 W Grand Ave- spoke about his concerns about an unsafe house on Ferguson Avenue that was purchased by an out-of- state owner, briefly occupied, then vacated due to code violations. 2. Mr. David Woods, 3230 Lakeview Dr- spoke about his father’s treatment and death at Kettering Hospital, which he believes was caused by medical negligence and misconduct. He urged the public to hold individuals and the hospital accountable. 3. Mr. Darrelle Lee, 1903 E Third St- spoke about his experience of being shot multiple times, criticized the shooter’s prison sentence as too short, and spoke about fathers’ rights, his inability to see his children. COMMENTS BY THE CLERK OF THE COMMISSION Ms. Blackshear announced there was a Development Update Work Session following the Commission Meeting. COMMENTS BY THE CITY COMMISSION Commissioner Turner-Sloss Commissioner Turner-Sloss thanked staff, community leaders, and stakeholders for supporting recent back-to-school events and reminded the public about the upcoming Dayton African American Cultural Festival. She also addressed Mr. Wa-Tenza’s concerns by noting that the Human Relations Council sets participation goals for demolition and other projects, and offered to connect with him offline. She expressed condolences to Mr. Woods and wished Mr. Lee the best in pursuing visitation rights with his children. Commissioner Fairchild Commissioner Fairchild suggested reviewing whether BladeCutters met the participation goals outlined in their contracts. He recalled the issue of blight and abandoned houses being raised six years ago and encouraged checking if the Ferguson Street properties are on the demolition list. He noted the City’s ARPA-funded plan to remove 1,100 homes, and recommended reviewing whether breaking contracts into smaller pieces has helped new contractors win work, and identifying any barriers. He also promoted the upcoming African American Cultural Festival and Porchfest, congratulated students on returning to school, and encouraged the community to support Dayton Public Schools families and ensure a safe school year. Commissioner Joseph Commissioner Joseph thanked the City Manager and her staff for their excellent performance in recent weeks, noting that commissioners and the mayor receive many community complaints and pass them along to her to address. He acknowledged that multiple departments, including community engagement, housing, public works, police, 2256 CITY COMMISSION — 8&6ULAR MEETING 4°GUST 13 3025 COD REPRO 333-4043 law, and Welcome Dayton, had been involved in responding, and expressed appreciation for their work in handling the increased volume of issues. Mayor Mims The Mayor echoed the commissioners’ thanks to the City Manager for addressing community concerns brought to them both in public and during commission meetings, noting they would share that information with her. She also promoted the upcoming Mojo Flow live performance at the Levitt Pavilion on August 14 at 7 p.m., describing it as high-energy funk and soul music and encouraging attendees to bring comfortable dancing shoes. He concluded the meeting with his signature message: “Love and peace for all and hatred for none.” ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:30 a.m. WORK SESSION The Department of Planning, Neighborhoods, and Development presented the 2025 City Commission Development Update, covering major activity over the past 6-12 months. This work aligns with adopted city plans and focuses on building strong partnerships to bring more funding into neighborhoods, address citizen priorities, and leverage city investments with private and other public funding. In West Dayton, there are $79.2 million in active development projects. Dayton Children’s Westside Urgent Care is a $10 million private investment and will be the city’s first full-service pediatric urgent care. The Boys and Girls Club of Greater Dayton is moving forward with a $20 million project, supported by $250,000 in City funding, for demolition and construction of a new facility on West Stewart Street that will include a teen workforce development and training center. DuPont Polymers is investing $19 million to expand electronics-related product lines, retaining 82 jobs and creating five new ones. The Germantown Crossing project, led by Greater Dayton Premier Management, is a $16 million housing development that will produce 50 affordable units with $2.5 million from the City’s HOME program. The Dayton Police Station at Wright Factory, known as the West Pod, is supported by $9.22 million in City ARPA funds for new construction and site improvements. Other activity includes the Welcome Home Program in Wolf Creek and Madden Hills, totaling $5.4 million with $4.2 million from the City in funding and land donation; the Greater West Dayton Business Incubator’s decision to remain in the Wright-Dunbar District, a $3.5 million project with $1 million in ARPA support; a $2 million private investment for The Food Bank’s new community center on Bank Street; the arrival of Exo Burger LLC in Wright-Dunbar with a $500,000 investment and $50,000 from the City; and $500,000 allocated for strategic demolition to support future development. In North Central Dayton, $127 million in active projects are underway. Magnus Capital from Grand Rapids is leading a $73 million housing project for 260 workforce units, with $2 million in City ARPA funding. The Commodore Windsor Group is investing $8 million to build 43 market-rate units at Grafton and Grand. The City is investing $6.7 million in Phase 5 of the Salem Avenue rebuild, from Emerson Avenue to Elsmore Avenue. The Longfellow School Housing Project is a $40 million investment, supported by $1.5 million in ARPA funding, that will yield 125 mixed-income senior units. Additional projects include the Welcome Home Program in Dayton View Triangle and  2257 CITY COMMISSION *2S0248 MER PING S0Cus@ 15.2025 COD REPRO 333-4043 Fairview neighborhoods, totaling $5.44 million with $4.2 million from the City in funding and land; a $9.6 million public investment in the Main Street rebuild for safer pedestrian and motorist travel; the $16.9 million third phase of Hoover Senior Lofts with $1.5 million in ARPA and $1.2 million in HOME funding for 40 senior units; and the Cambridge House Apartments, a $15.22 million public-private investment for 54 affordable units. Northeast Dayton has $23.6 million in active development. Dayton Phoenix Group is investing $4.5 million in an expansion, with $200,000 in City funding, retaining 223 jobs and adding 115 new ones. The Point Housing Project near Dayton Children’s is a $3.1 million public-private project with $1.5 million in ARPA funding for 19 market-rate single-family units. The Kinship Care Housing Project, a partnership with City Wide, Dayton Children’s, and the City of Dayton, represents $16 million in public and private investment, including $1.2 million in ARPA funding, to build 26 affordable multigenerational units for kinship caregivers and children at risk of entering foster care. The Northeast and Airport area is seeing $131 million in new investment. Sierra Nevada Corporation is continuing its expansion at the airport with $100 million for Hangers 3 and 4, supported by $4.3 million from the City, creating 50 new jobs. Currently, the company employs about 65 people in Hangers | and 2. Jovia Aviation is completing Phase | of a $5.1 million project, the start of a larger $1 billion plan, and will add 30 new jobs. At Wright Brothers Airport, NorthPoint Developers are constructing Building One with $26 million in private investment, expected to create 600 jobs. Southeast Dayton has $131 million in active projects. OnMain, located at the former fairgrounds site, is a $110 million investment supported by $7.8 million in City bond and general funds to develop a Digital Innovation Center, creating 300 jobs. The University of Dayton is investing $18 million to expand its RecPlex, adding wellness and mental health facilities. Dutch Bros Coffee is investing $3.9 million to open a new dine-in and drive-thru coffee shop on Brown Street. Greater Downtown is experiencing nearly $200 million in construction. The Dayton Convention Center Hotel Development is a $55 million public-private investment to complement Convention Center redevelopment efforts. The redevelopment of 43 East Third Street, formerly K&K Motorcycle Center, is a $9 million project with $1.5 million in City funding that will create 60 jobs. At 239 Wayne Avenue, St. Paul’s Church will be transformed through a $22 million private investment into a boutique hotel and retail space in Oregon East. The Center City Redevelopment initiative represents $110 million in public-private investment, including $10 million from the City, to develop 217 affordable housing units. As of 2025, the City of Dayton has $743.5 million in active development investment. The City’s contribution totals $59 million, representing a 12:1 leverage ratio—meaning for every $12 invested, the City provides $1. These projects collectively include 772 affordable housing units and 112 market-rate units. Job commitments total 1,160 new jobs pledged and 305 jobs retained. From January 2021 through July 2025, Dayton has experienced over $2 billion in private investment, with the City’s participation averaging no more than 6% of total project funding. During this period, West Dayton saw over $300 million invested, with $8.4 million (2.8%) from the City; Northwest/North Central experienced $228 million in investment, with $17.1 million (7.5%) from the City; Downtown recorded $720.8 million 2258 CITY COMMISSION *®*°°RA48 MEETING AUGUST 13 2025 COD REPRO 333-4043 in investment, with $36.22 million (5%) from the City; Southeast Dayton had $279.4 million in investment, with $16.2 million (5.8%) from the City; and Northeast Dayton/Airport projects totaled $65 million, with the City contributing $1.6 million (2.5%). Community organizing and engagement remain critical to sustaining and expanding these efforts. The City continues to work with strategic partners on placemaking, branding, wayfinding, neighborhood plans, development initiatives, community and environmental justice discussions, strategic corridor improvements, and information sharing for neighborhoods and community planning. ADJOURNMENT With no questions from the Commission, Ms. Dickstein adjourned the meeting.