City Council
Regular MeetingGahanna, OH · December 21, 2015
Minutes
200 South Hamilton Road
City of Gahanna Gahanna, Ohio 43230
Meeting Minutes
City Council
Thomas R. Kneeland, President of Council
Stephen Renner, Vice President of Council
Karen J. Angelou, Ryan P. Jolley, Brian D. Larick,
Jamie Leeseberg, Michael Schnetzer
Kimberly Banning, CMC, Clerk of Council
Monday, December 21, 2015 7:00 PM City Hall
A. CALL TO ORDER - Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Roll Call
Gahanna City Council met in Regular Session on Monday, December
21, in Council Chambers of City Hall, 200 South Hamilton Road,
Gahanna, Ohio. President of Council Tom Kneeland called the
meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Vice President of Council Renner
delivered an Invocation followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Agenda
for this meeting was published on December 18, 2015.
Present 7 - Karen J. Angelou, Ryan P. Jolley, Jamie Leeseberg, Stephen A. Renner,
Michael Schnetzer, Thomas R. Kneeland, and Brian D. Larick
B. ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS TO THE AGENDA - None.
C. HEARING OF VISITORS.
RES-0011-2015 TO HONOR AND COMMEND MAYOR REBECCA W. STINCHCOMB
FOR HER MANY YEARS OF CONTINUOUS DEDICATED SERVICE
TO THE COMMUNITY OF THE CITY OF GAHANNA.
President Kneeland honored Mayor Stinchcomb with a Resolution
from Council for her many years of continuous dedicated service to
the community of the City of Gahanna.
RES-0013-2015 TO HONOR AND COMMEND RYAN JOLLEY FOR HIS MANY
YEARS OF SERVICE AS A GAHANNA CITY COUNCIL MEMBER AT
LARGE.
President Kneeland honored Ryan Jolley with a Resolution from
Council for his many years of service as a Gahanna City Council
Member At Large.
RES-0012-2015 TO HONOR AND COMMEND TOM KNEELAND FOR HIS MANY
YEARS OF SERVICE.
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Vice President Renner honored Tom Kneeland with a Resolution from
Council for his many years of service to the City of Gahanna and in
the Military.
Mr. Jeter, 1266 Dobbins Drive, was present with this son to show his
support to keep the pools open; keeps people physically fit; his brother
went to college on scholarships; gives youth something constructive to
look forward to; look at pools that the they compete against; Hunters
Ridge has 8 lane pool; people travel a long distance to train on pools
like Gahanna; keep that in mind when discussing funding; pools are
relevant for community engagement; Dash for Splash past participants
are ready to have another great year; local radio stations add a lot to
the fun; Matthew Jeter said he's a student at Middle School East; he
looks forward to swimming at the pools; been swimming on a team for
3 years; good place to cool down and definitely fun; he's glad his dad
brought him to speak.
D. INTRODUCTIONS AND ASSIGNMENT TO COMMITTEE:
Ordinances - To Be Introduced and Assigned to Committee:
ORD-0154-2015 TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO CONTRACT WITH
SEAN H. MAXFIELD TO SERVE AS MAGISTRATE FOR THE CITY
OF GAHANNA MAYOR'S COURT.
This Ordinance was introduced.
ORD-0157-2015 TO ACCEPT DEEDS OF EASEMENT FOR THE STORM SEWER
EXTENSION FOR THE LUDWIG DRIVE STORM SEWER; LOT 38
EASEMENT AND LOT 39 EASEMENT.
This Ordinance was introduced.
E. CONSENT AGENDA:
Minutes - To Approve:
2015-0411 City Council Minutes - December 7, 2015
These Minutes were Approved and Filed on the Consent Agenda.
2015-0412 City Council Special Minutes - December 14, 2015
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These Minutes were Approved and Filed on the Consent Agenda.
Ordinance: Introduce, Waive Second Reading, Adopt as Emergency:
ORD-0153-2015 TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO SIGN AN EXTENSION
AGREEMENT FOR THE FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE
COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNIT, CAPITAL CITY LODGE NO. 9
CONTRACT; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.
This Ordinance was Adopted as an Emergency on the Consent Agenda.
ORD-0155-2015 TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO EXTEND THE TERM OF
DEVELOPERS AGREEMENT WITH VALUE RECOVERY GROUP,
LLC, RELATING TO THE BEDFORD I CORF PROJECT, FOR THE
THREE PARCELS OF LAND KNOWN AS THE JUNKERMANN
PROPERTY; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.
This Ordinance was Adopted as an Emergency on the Consent Agenda.
ORD-0158-2015 TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO A THREE YEAR
AGREEMENT WITH CENTURY EQUIPMENT FOR YEARLY
MAINTENANCE OF GOLF CARTS UTILIZED BY THE GAHANNA
MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.
This Ordinance was Adopted as an Emergency on the Consent Agenda.
ORD-0156-2015 TO ACCEPT INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS AND
APPURTENANCES THERETO, FOR MEADOWBROOKE GREEN;
IMPROVEMENT NUMBER ST 912 AND SA 913; AND TO DECLARE
AN EMERGENCY.
This Ordinance was Adopted as an Emergency on the Consent Agenda.
Ordinances on Second Reading:
ORD-0138-2015 TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AGREEMENT WITH
MOUNT CARMEL OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH FOR CONTINUED
SUPPORT OF THE GATEWAY TO HEALTH WELLNESS
PROGRAM.
This Ordinance was Adopted on the Consent Agenda.
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ORD-0139-2015 TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AGREEMENT WITH
THE CENTRAL OHIO HEALTH CARE CONSORTIUM (COHCC) FOR
THE JOINT SELF-INSURANCE PROGRAM EFFECTIVE JANUARY
1, 2016.
This Ordinance was Adopted on the Consent Agenda.
ORD-0144-2015 TO AMEND SECTION 331.34, FAILURE TO CONTROL; WEAVING;
FULL TIME AND ATTENTION, OF CHAPTER 331, OPERATION
GENERALLY, OF THE CODIFIED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF
GAHANNA.
This Ordinance was Adopted on the Consent Agenda.
ORD-0145-2015 TO AMEND SECTION 335.12, STOPPING AFTER ACCIDENT UPON
STREETS; COLLISION WITH UNATTENDED VEHICLE, OF
CHAPTER 335, LICENSING; ACCIDENTS, OF THE CODIFIED
ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF GAHANNA
This Ordinance was Adopted on the Consent Agenda.
ORD-0147-2015 TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AGREEMENT WITH
THE GAHANNA COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT CORPORATION
(CIC) FOR THE YEAR 2016 FOR THE PURPOSE OF ASSISTING
WITH ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVES FOR THE CITY OF
GAHANNA.
This Ordinance was Adopted on the Consent Agenda.
ORD-0148-2015 TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AGREEMENT WITH
THE GAHANNA CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU (CVB) FOR
THE 2016 CALENDAR YEAR FOR THE PROMOTION AND
PUBLICITY OF THE CITY OF GAHANNA
This Ordinance was Adopted on the Consent Agenda.
ORD-0149-2015 TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO CONTRACT WITH
BILL WALKER FOR CLEANING OF THE GAHANNA GOLF COURSE
CLUBHOUSE FOR THE PERIOD OF FEBRUARY 1, 2016 THROUGH
JANUARY 31, 2017.
This Ordinance was Adopted on the Consent Agenda.
ORD-0150-2015 SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION - Federal Law Enforcement
Trust Fund (FLETF) Capital Projects/Improvements.
This Ordinance was Adopted on the Consent Agenda.
ORD-0151-2015 TO ACCEPT LIMITED WARRANTY DEED FOR 0.4725+/- ACRES
FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 501 HELMBRIGHT DRIVE, PARCEL
ID NO. 025-008163 FOR THE TAYLOR ROAD BOOSTER STATION.
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This Ordinance was Adopted on the Consent Agenda.
ORD-0152-2015 SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION - to post reimbursement of legal
fee payments to Special Counsel.
This Ordinance was Adopted on the Consent Agenda.
Resolutions to Adopt on First Reading:
RES-0011-2015 TO HONOR AND COMMEND MAYOR REBECCA W. STINCHCOMB
FOR HER MANY YEARS OF CONTINUOUS DEDICATED SERVICE
TO THE COMMUNITY OF THE CITY OF GAHANNA.
This Resolution was Adopted on the Consent Agenda.
RES-0012-2015 TO HONOR AND COMMEND TOM KNEELAND FOR HIS MANY
YEARS OF SERVICE.
This Resolution was Adopted on the Consent Agenda.
RES-0013-2015 TO HONOR AND COMMEND RYAN JOLLEY FOR HIS MANY
YEARS OF SERVICE AS A GAHANNA CITY COUNCIL MEMBER AT
LARGE.
This Resolution was Adopted on the Consent Agenda.
RES-0014-2015 TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO MAKE APPLICATION FOR
GRANT FUNDS FOR THE HERB SOCIETY OF AMERICA GRANT
FOR EDUCATORS IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,500.
This Resolution was Adopted on the Consent Agenda.
RES-0015-2015 TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO MAKE APPLICATION FOR
GRANT FUNDS FOR THE OHIO ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION
FUND IN THE AMOUNT OF $4,500.
This Resolution was Adopted on the Consent Agenda.
Motion Resolution:
MR-0055-2015 MOTION RESOLUTION TO SET ORGANIZATIONAL MEETINGS
FOR YEAR 2016.
This Motion Resolution was Approved on the Consent Agenda.
Approval of the Consent Agenda
A motion was made by Jolley, seconded by Schnetzer, to approve the Consent
Agenda. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7- Angelou, Jolley, Leeseberg, Renner, Schnetzer, Kneeland and Larick
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End of the Consent Agenda
F. PUBLIC HEARING:
ORD-0136-2015 TO MAKE APPROPRIATIONS FOR CURRENT EXPENSES AND
OTHER EXPENDITURES OF THE CITY OF GAHANNA, OHIO
DURING THE FISCAL YEAR 2016.
President Kneeland opened the meeting at 7:27 p.m.
One proponent, Perry Baston, 1038 Skinner Avenue, was present to
discuss his appreciation to Council for anything they can do to
continue to keep the pools open; he said that he knows at least 20
other citizens who also want to see the pools stay open; this group is
also trying to raise funding to keep the pools open; believes it is very
important to the community; thanked Council and staff for their
support.
No opponents.
President Kneeland closed the meeting at 7:30 p.m.
G. STANDING COMMITTEES:
2015-0410 Committee Minutes - December 14, 2015
Committee of the Whole - Renner
Renner thanked everyone for a great year of dialogue in Committee of
the Whole.
Finance - Schnetzer
No report.
Service & Safety - Leeseberg
No report.
Development & Parks - Larick
No report.
H. CORRESPONDENCE AND ACTIONS:
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Clerk
Clerk Banning reminded everyone of the reception on January 2, 2016
at 5:00 p.m. with a meeting starting at 7:00 p.m.
Council
No report.
I. SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES:
ORD-0141-2015 TO ESTABLISH THE RATES OF PAY FOR PART-TIME
PERSONNEL OF THE CITY OF GAHANNA FOR THE PERIOD
JANUARY 1, 2016 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2016; TO REPEAL
ORD-0180-2014; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.
A motion was made by Renner, seconded by Schnetzer, that this Ordinance be
Adopted. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7- Angelou, Jolley, Leeseberg, Renner, Schnetzer, Kneeland and Larick
ORD-0142-2015 TO ESTABLISH THE RATES OF PAY AND BENEFITS FOR
COMMAND STAFF PERSONNEL OF THE CITY OF GAHANNA FOR
THE PERIOD JANUARY 1, 2016 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2016;
TO REPEAL ORD-0181-2014; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.
A motion was made by Schnetzer, seconded by Renner, that this Ordinance be
Adopted. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7- Angelou, Jolley, Leeseberg, Renner, Schnetzer, Kneeland and Larick
ORD-0143-2015 TO ESTABLISH THE RATES OF PAY AND BENEFITS FOR
SUPERVISORY PERSONNEL OF THE CITY OF GAHANNA FOR
THE PERIOD JANUARY 1, 2016 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2016;
TO REPEAL ORD-0183-2014; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.
A motion was made by Schnetzer, seconded by Angelou, that this Ordinance
be Adopted. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7- Angelou, Jolley, Leeseberg, Renner, Schnetzer, Kneeland and Larick
TO POSTPONE INDEFINITELY -
ORD-0137-2015 TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO A REAL ESTATE
PURCHASE AGREEMENT FOR THE VETERANS OF FOREIGN
WARS OF THE UNITED STATES, TRI-COMMUNITY POST NO. 4719
FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 75 WEST JOHNSTOWN ROAD,
GAHANNA OHIO 43230; AND TO ENTER INTO LEASE
AGREEMENT WITH THE VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS OF THE
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UNITED STATES, TRI-COMMUNITY POST NO. 4719; AND TO
SUPPLEMENTALLY APPROPRIATE $250,000.
A motion was made by Jolley, seconded by Larick, that this Ordinance be
Adopted. Discussion on the motion:
A motion was made by Larick, seconded by Angelou, that this Ordinance be
Postponed Indefinitely. Discussion on the topic: Larick stated there is still
discussion on the final details; there is an adjustment to the original plan;
further legislation will be forthcoming in the coming year. The motion carried
by the following vote:
Yes: 7- Angelou, Jolley, Leeseberg, Renner, Schnetzer, Kneeland and Larick
TO AMEND BY SUBSTITUTION -
ORD-0140-2015 TO ESTABLISH THE RATES OF PAY AND BENEFITS FOR
UNCLASSIFIED PERSONNEL OF THE CITY OF GAHANNA FOR
THE PERIOD JANUARY 1, 2016 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2016;
TO REPEAL ORD-0182-2014; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.
A motion was made by Jolley, seconded by Schnetzer, that this Ordinance be
Adopted. Discussion on the motion:
A motion was made by Jolley, seconded by Renner, that this Ordinance be
Adopted as Amended. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7- Angelou, Jolley, Leeseberg, Renner, Schnetzer, Kneeland and Larick
ORD-0136-2015 TO MAKE APPROPRIATIONS FOR CURRENT EXPENSES AND
OTHER EXPENDITURES OF THE CITY OF GAHANNA, OHIO
DURING THE FISCAL YEAR 2016.
A motion was made by Leeseberg, seconded by Jolley, that this Ordinance be
Adopted. Discussion on the motion:
A motion was made by Jolley, seconded by Leeseberg, that this Ordinance be
Adopted as Amended. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7- Angelou, Jolley, Leeseberg, Renner, Schnetzer, Kneeland and Larick
J. FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES: None.
K. MOTIONS/RESOLUTIONS: None.
L. REPRESENTATIVES:
Community Improvement Corporation (CIC) - Larick/Kneeland
Larick said they will schedule meetings for 2016 at the beginning of
the year.
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Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission (MORPC) - Angelou
Angelou said last meeting was December 10th and that was the last
meeting of the year; received a list of 2016 meetings and committees;
heard a presentation on a trip to Japan; a group from Columbus2020
and the Chair of MORPC represented; said there are 150 companies
that have something to do with Japan; there are cities in the Central
Ohio area that are "sister-cities" with Japan; discussed having our City
look into this with the upcoming economic development; the Honda
facility was discussed in the presentation; Chad Smith, Ohio Air
Quality Executive Director was the Community Leader Spotlight; his
organization pre=dates the EPA; they are into the federal clean air act;
working this year and targeting businesses under 100; some of those
included a paint factory, and a car finishing place to help clear the air;
adopted the 2015 MORPC Title VI Program for non-discriminitaion;
brought in 2016 regional awards; May 6th is State of the Region which
we will want to be involved in; October 7th is the Summit on
Sustainability; we want to have a good presence from Gahanna;
discussed the MORPC Transportation Plan; they will come out and
talk about the 900+ projects being brought forward; adopted the 2016
public policy agenda, said it had to be amended because the federal
law passed the budget; that was a key element; the sustainabilty
advisory committee talked about recycling and efforts to revitalize; City
of Bexley is energizing their recycling; going for a zero waste plan for
the City; said that is something we should be thinking about in our
City; Bexley is partenering with Goodwill; the O-Zone layer and our air
quality, we made it to 171 parts per billion; does not put us in
attainment; we are working on it and our air quality in this area has
gotten better; discussed bike safety; house bill looking at a clearance
around bicycles; said this in 25 states; transportation bill is fully
funded; Jed legislation is in process; House Bill 176 - natural gas
conversion; MORPC is an advocate; regulations for Uber and Lyft are
in a House Bill at this point as well.
Bd. of Education, Gahanna-Jefferson Public Schools - Jolley
Jolley had no report.
Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) - Jolley
Jolley said it has been a fantastic opportunity to serve on the board;
has a tremendous economic impact on the City; plays a role in how we
are percieved in the state and even across the nation; thanked Laurie
Jadwin for her service to the CVB; looking forward to seeing it evolve
and seeing what it can do in conjunction with the Economic
Development Department.
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M. OFFICIAL REPORTS:
Mayor
Mayor Stinchcomb thanked Perry Baston and Mr. Jeter and Mr. Jeter
for attending and coming out to speak about the pools; pleased that
the budget has passed; said everyone's hearts are heavy due to
Bridget Hixon, the wife of Marvin Hixon a Police Officer with the City of
Gahanna; said she always had a smile on her face and she worked in
the Planning and Development Department; knew her battle with
cancer was coming to a close but did not expect it this soon.
Mayor Stinchcomb presented a flag to the President of Council; said
he has done a wonderful job as President of Council; looks forward to
passing the badge on January 2nd.
Mayor Stinchcomb thanked Mr. Jolley for his service; said it has been
an honor and privilege to serve with all of City Council; welcomed
Nancy McGregor back to City Council and Brian Metzbower; thanked
everyone; special thanks her husband and children; she said that her
position does involve family; thanked them for all their support;
thanked the voters for their support; never lost an election; thanked
her staff; it's all about team; no one Mayor does anything by themself;
she is very proud of her staff; she will miss all of them; thanked the
Chamber for recognition at the breakfast; is an old Boy Scout and
appreciates the Boy Scouts; wished everyone a Merry Christmas and
Happy New year.
City Attorney
Ewald thanked Mayor Stinchcomb for her guidance, support and
wisdom; thoughts are with Martin Hixon's family; wished everyone
happy holidays.
N. COUNCIL COMMENT
Leeseberg thanked Mayor Stinchcomb and Ryan Jolley for their
service; wished Kneeland good luck on his endeavor as Mayor.
Angelou wished the very best to Mayor Stinchcomb and Ryan Jolley;
looking forward to working with Tom Kneeland as the new Mayor; she
recalled her last reception two years ago when she came but did not
stay; said this day has great meaning to her; said she could have lost
her life and is happy to be here; told everyone to cherish every minute
your here on earth.
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Jolley said something hit him earlier today; said some of our residents
in the City, Bruce and Nancy Gerwin, who are also friends of his; said
Bruces' father passed away last night and his granddaughter was born
this morning; thought about the circle of life; thanked Mr. Renner for
the quote he shared tonight; said "How does one sum up a lengthy
endeavor of any consequence in a short time? I certainly cannot...so
settle in! The past four years has been an invaluable experience; one
that I am grateful for, though one that I certainly would not repeat in
the same manner if given the chance. Serving the citizens of Gahanna
as a member of City Council has been an honor and the privilege of
my life. We have faced, and continue to face, serious challenges, not
only as a municipality, but as an institution of government as well. I
have learned many personally valuable lessons throughout my term in
office; I will do my best to implement as much of that education as I
can in my future endeavors. In the meantime, I will leave behind these
thoughts: To my parents: Thank you, for everything. Without your love
and support, I would be nowhere near this spot right here, right now.
To the Staff: It has been a privilege to interact with so many
individuals of your level of professionalism, integrity, qualification, and
respect. As a representative of every member of this community,
please accept my gratitude and appreciation for the yeoman's job
each of you performs each day in service to all of us. Thank you. To
our City Attorney: You have made significant and much-needed
improvements to your office, and I appreciate your sage counsel
regarding the important legal matters facing the City throughout our
deliberations. To Mayor Stinchcomb: It has been an honor to serve
with you, Mayor. Your contributions to our community are too
numerous to name, but too impactful to ignore. Your legacy of service
may never be quantified, but it can be qualified: meaningful,
significant, and enduring. As a proud product of this city, shaped by
your service and sacrifice on our behalf, I thank you. I wish you and
Buck all the best as you enjoy a well-deserved retirement. To my
colleagues on City Council: It has been a privilege and a pleasure to
work alongside you these past few years. Despite differences in
opinion, I have never once doubted any of your commitment to making
Gahanna the best it can possibly be. Along with the incoming
members of Council, however, I implore you: Please exercise your
power to enhance the City Council as an institution equal to and
independent of the executive administration. Hire the necessary staff
to conduct legislative research and engage in communication with the
residents. Establish the Council as a driver of the train, not just a
bump on the tracks. As technological and geopolitical forces continue
to rush us forward, you, as our elected representatives, must exercise
the leadership necessary to keep the ship of state upright. To the
residents of Gahanna: Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for
allowing me the opportunity to represent this city as a member of its
governing body, for bestowing your trust in me to make decisions on
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your behalf focused on bettering our community, and for challenging
me to step outside my comfort zone while doing so. My challenge to
you is this: Implement the better aspects of our community values,
specifically our rich history of education, to work together to solve our
common problems. Punditry is not a substitute for policy; Facebook is
not a substitute for philosophy. Remember: the inescapable reality of
living in a community - whether global or local - is that if you are not
part of the solution, you are part of the problem. Take the time, even if
it is only a few minutes each week, to make a positive difference.I can
only hope that I have made some such difference here. Thank you."
Schnetzer thanked Mayor Stinchcomb for her many years of service;
halfway through her tenure to the City his family put their roots in
Gahanna; said it has been an honor to serve with Mr. Jolley; wished
him well on future envevours; looking forward to working with Mr.
Kneeland as Mayor.
Larick thanked Mayor Stinchcomb and all of City Council; looking
forward to learning more from his colleagues.
Renner thanked Mayor Stinchcomb, Ryan Jolley and Tom Kneeland;
serving in public service is a sacred act; thanked Mrs. Angelou for her
sacrifices and still being with us; presented the President of Council,
Tom Kneeland with a gift; Renner said this is a sacred week and asks
that everyone spend time with their families and reflect on their lives.
Angelou asked Kneeland for an extension of the Economic
Development Community Engagement Committee; Kneeland said
their task was due to be complete by the end of the year; requested
an extension to January 31, 2016.
Kneeland thanked colleagues; said it has been an extraordinary year;
thanked all Council members who were chairs or appointees for other
organiziations that Council represents for their service this year; said it
means a lot to the citizens; thanked Mayor Stinchcomb for her
leadership and service; wished everyone a Merry Christmas and
reminded everyone to spend time with their families; asked that
everyone keep the Hixon family in their thoughts and prayers.
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O. EXECUTIVE SESSION - to go into Executive Session under authority of
Section 5.40(a) of the Council Rules of Procedure to consider the
appointment, employment, dismissal, discipline, promotion, demotion or
compensation of a public employee, official, licensee or regulated
individual unless such public employee, official, licensee or regulated
individual requests a public hearing AND under authority of Section
5.40(c) of the Council Rules of Procedure to confer with the City Attorney
concerning disputes involving the City, and/or appointed or elected
officials or employees, which are subject to pending or imminent court
action.
A motion was made by Renner, seconded by Schnetzer to go into Executive
Session under authority of Section 5.40(a) of the Council Rules of Procedure to
consider the appointment, employment, dismissal, discipline, promotion,
demotion or compensation of a public employee, official, licensee or regulated
individual unless such public employee, official, licensee or regulated
individual requests a public hearing AND under authority of Section 5.40(c) of
the Council Rules of Procedure to confer with the City Attorney concerning
disputes involving the City, and/or appointed or elected officials or employees,
which are subject to pending or imminent court action. The motion carried by
the following vote:
Yes: 6- Angelou, Leeseberg, Renner, Schnetzer, Kneeland and Larick
No: 1- Jolley
President Kneeland said there will be two parts to the Executive
Session; requested Nancy McGregor and Brian Metzbower attend the
first part of Executive Session and City Attorney, Shane Ewald attend
the second part. Executive Session will be held in the Law Library.
Council rose to Executive Session at 8:15 p.m.
Council rose to report from Executive Session at 9:20 p.m. with no
action taken.
P. ADJOURNMENT - by Renner 9:20 p.m.
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Agenda
200 South Hamilton Road
City of Gahanna Gahanna, Ohio 43230
Meeting Agenda
City Council
Thomas R. Kneeland, President of Council
Stephen Renner, Vice President of Council
Karen J. Angelou, Ryan P. Jolley, Brian D. Larick,
Jamie Leeseberg, Michael Schnetzer
Kimberly Banning, CMC, Clerk of Council
Monday, December 21, 2015 7:00 PM City Hall
A. CALL TO ORDER - Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Roll Call
B. ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS TO THE AGENDA - None.
C. HEARING OF VISITORS.
RES-0011-2015 TO HONOR AND COMMEND MAYOR REBECCA W. STINCHCOMB
FOR HER MANY YEARS OF CONTINUOUS DEDICATED SERVICE
TO THE COMMUNITY OF THE CITY OF GAHANNA.
RES-0013-2015 TO HONOR AND COMMEND RYAN JOLLEY FOR HIS MANY YEARS
OF SERVICE AS A GAHANNA CITY COUNCIL MEMBER AT LARGE.
RES-0012-2015 TO HONOR AND COMMEND TOM KNEELAND FOR HIS MANY
YEARS OF SERVICE.
D. INTRODUCTIONS AND ASSIGNMENT TO COMMITTEE:
Ordinances - To Be Introduced and Assigned to Committee:
ORD-0154-2015 TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO CONTRACT WITH
SEAN H. MAXFIELD TO SERVE AS MAGISTRATE FOR THE CITY OF
GAHANNA MAYOR'S COURT.
ORD-0157-2015 TO ACCEPT DEEDS OF EASEMENT FOR THE STORM SEWER
EXTENSION FOR THE LUDWIG DRIVE STORM SEWER; LOT 38
EASEMENT AND LOT 39 EASEMENT.
E. CONSENT AGENDA:
Minutes - To Approve:
2015-0411 City Council Minutes - December 7, 2015
City of Gahanna Page 1 Printed on 12/28/2015
City Council Meeting Agenda December 21, 2015
2015-0412 City Council Special Minutes - December 14, 2015
Ordinance: Introduce, Waive Second Reading, Adopt as Emergency:
ORD-0153-2015 TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO SIGN AN EXTENSION
AGREEMENT FOR THE FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE
COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNIT, CAPITAL CITY LODGE NO. 9
CONTRACT; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.
ORD-0155-2015 TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO EXTEND THE TERM OF
DEVELOPERS AGREEMENT WITH VALUE RECOVERY GROUP,
LLC, RELATING TO THE BEDFORD I CORF PROJECT, FOR THE
THREE PARCELS OF LAND KNOWN AS THE JUNKERMANN
PROPERTY; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.
ORD-0158-2015 TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO A THREE YEAR
AGREEMENT WITH CENTURY EQUIPMENT FOR YEARLY
MAINTENANCE OF GOLF CARTS UTILIZED BY THE GAHANNA
MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.
ORD-0156-2015 TO ACCEPT INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS AND
APPURTENANCES THERETO, FOR MEADOWBROOKE GREEN;
IMPROVEMENT NUMBER ST 912 AND SA 913; AND TO DECLARE
AN EMERGENCY.
Ordinances on Second Reading:
ORD-0138-2015 TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AGREEMENT WITH
MOUNT CARMEL OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH FOR CONTINUED
SUPPORT OF THE GATEWAY TO HEALTH WELLNESS PROGRAM.
ORD-0139-2015 TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AGREEMENT WITH
THE CENTRAL OHIO HEALTH CARE CONSORTIUM (COHCC) FOR
THE JOINT SELF-INSURANCE PROGRAM EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1,
2016.
ORD-0144-2015 TO AMEND SECTION 331.34, FAILURE TO CONTROL; WEAVING;
FULL TIME AND ATTENTION, OF CHAPTER 331, OPERATION
GENERALLY, OF THE CODIFIED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF
GAHANNA.
ORD-0145-2015 TO AMEND SECTION 335.12, STOPPING AFTER ACCIDENT UPON
STREETS; COLLISION WITH UNATTENDED VEHICLE, OF CHAPTER
335, LICENSING; ACCIDENTS, OF THE CODIFIED ORDINANCES OF
THE CITY OF GAHANNA
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ORD-0147-2015 TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AGREEMENT WITH
THE GAHANNA COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT CORPORATION (CIC)
FOR THE YEAR 2016 FOR THE PURPOSE OF ASSISTING WITH
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVES FOR THE CITY OF
GAHANNA.
ORD-0148-2015 TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AGREEMENT WITH
THE GAHANNA CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU (CVB) FOR
THE 2016 CALENDAR YEAR FOR THE PROMOTION AND
PUBLICITY OF THE CITY OF GAHANNA
ORD-0149-2015 TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO CONTRACT WITH
BILL WALKER FOR CLEANING OF THE GAHANNA GOLF COURSE
CLUBHOUSE FOR THE PERIOD OF FEBRUARY 1, 2016 THROUGH
JANUARY 31, 2017.
ORD-0150-2015 SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION - Federal Law Enforcement Trust
Fund (FLETF) Capital Projects/Improvements.
ORD-0151-2015 TO ACCEPT LIMITED WARRANTY DEED FOR 0.4725+/- ACRES FOR
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 501 HELMBRIGHT DRIVE, PARCEL ID NO.
025-008163 FOR THE TAYLOR ROAD BOOSTER STATION.
ORD-0152-2015 SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION - to post reimbursement of legal
fee payments to Special Counsel.
Resolutions to Adopt on First Reading:
RES-0011-2015 TO HONOR AND COMMEND MAYOR REBECCA W. STINCHCOMB
FOR HER MANY YEARS OF CONTINUOUS DEDICATED SERVICE
TO THE COMMUNITY OF THE CITY OF GAHANNA.
RES-0012-2015 TO HONOR AND COMMEND TOM KNEELAND FOR HIS MANY
YEARS OF SERVICE.
RES-0013-2015 TO HONOR AND COMMEND RYAN JOLLEY FOR HIS MANY YEARS
OF SERVICE AS A GAHANNA CITY COUNCIL MEMBER AT LARGE.
RES-0014-2015 TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO MAKE APPLICATION FOR GRANT
FUNDS FOR THE HERB SOCIETY OF AMERICA GRANT FOR
EDUCATORS IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,500.
RES-0015-2015 TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO MAKE APPLICATION FOR GRANT
FUNDS FOR THE OHIO ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION FUND IN
THE AMOUNT OF $4,500.
Motion Resolution:
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MR-0055-2015 MOTION RESOLUTION TO SET ORGANIZATIONAL MEETINGS FOR
YEAR 2016.
End of the Consent Agenda
F. PUBLIC HEARING:
ORD-0136-2015 TO MAKE APPROPRIATIONS FOR CURRENT EXPENSES AND
OTHER EXPENDITURES OF THE CITY OF GAHANNA, OHIO
DURING THE FISCAL YEAR 2016.
G. STANDING COMMITTEES:
2015-0410 Committee Minutes - December 14, 2015
Committee of the Whole - Renner
Finance - Schnetzer
Service & Safety - Leeseberg
Development & Parks - Larick
H. CORRESPONDENCE AND ACTIONS:
Clerk
Council
I. SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES:
ORD-0141-2015 TO ESTABLISH THE RATES OF PAY FOR PART-TIME PERSONNEL
OF THE CITY OF GAHANNA FOR THE PERIOD JANUARY 1, 2016
THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2016; TO REPEAL ORD-0180-2014; AND
TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.
ORD-0142-2015 TO ESTABLISH THE RATES OF PAY AND BENEFITS FOR
COMMAND STAFF PERSONNEL OF THE CITY OF GAHANNA FOR
THE PERIOD JANUARY 1, 2016 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2016; TO
REPEAL ORD-0181-2014; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.
ORD-0143-2015 TO ESTABLISH THE RATES OF PAY AND BENEFITS FOR
SUPERVISORY PERSONNEL OF THE CITY OF GAHANNA FOR THE
PERIOD JANUARY 1, 2016 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2016; TO
REPEAL ORD-0183-2014; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.
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TO POSTPONE INDEFINITELY -
ORD-0137-2015 TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO A REAL ESTATE
PURCHASE AGREEMENT FOR THE VETERANS OF FOREIGN
WARS OF THE UNITED STATES, TRI-COMMUNITY POST NO. 4719
FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 75 WEST JOHNSTOWN ROAD,
GAHANNA OHIO 43230; AND TO ENTER INTO LEASE AGREEMENT
WITH THE VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS OF THE UNITED
STATES, TRI-COMMUNITY POST NO. 4719; AND TO
SUPPLEMENTALLY APPROPRIATE $250,000.
TO AMEND BY SUBSTITUTION -
ORD-0140-2015 TO ESTABLISH THE RATES OF PAY AND BENEFITS FOR
UNCLASSIFIED PERSONNEL OF THE CITY OF GAHANNA FOR THE
PERIOD JANUARY 1, 2016 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2016; TO
REPEAL ORD-0182-2014; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.
ORD-0136-2015 TO MAKE APPROPRIATIONS FOR CURRENT EXPENSES AND
OTHER EXPENDITURES OF THE CITY OF GAHANNA, OHIO
DURING THE FISCAL YEAR 2016.
J. FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES: None.
K. MOTIONS/RESOLUTIONS: None.
L. REPRESENTATIVES:
Community Improvement Corporation (CIC) - Larick/Kneeland
Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission (MORPC) - Angelou
Bd. of Education, Gahanna-Jefferson Public Schools - Jolley
Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) - Jolley
M. OFFICIAL REPORTS:
Mayor
City Attorney
N. COUNCIL COMMENT
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O. EXECUTIVE SESSION - to go into Executive Session under authority of
Section 5.40(a) of the Council Rules of Procedure to consider the
appointment, employment, dismissal, discipline, promotion, demotion or
compensation of a public employee, official, licensee or regulated individual
unless such public employee, official, licensee or regulated individual
requests a public hearing AND under authority of Section 5.40(c) of the
Council Rules of Procedure to confer with the City Attorney concerning
disputes involving the City, and/or appointed or elected officials or
employees, which are subject to pending or imminent court action.
P. ADJOURNMENT - by Renner 9:20 p.m.
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