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200 South Hamilton Road City of Gahanna Gahanna, Ohio 43230 Meeting Minutes City Council Stephen A. Renner, President Brian D. Larick, Vice President Karen J. Angelou Jamie Leeseberg Nancy R. McGregor Brian Metzbower Michael Schnetzer Kimberly Banning, Clerk of Council Monday, May 2, 2016 7:00 PM City Hall A. CALL TO ORDER - Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Roll Call Gahanna City Council met in Regular Session on Monday, May 2, 2016, in Council Chambers of City Hall, 200 South Hamilton Road, Gahanna, Ohio. President of Council, Stephen Renner called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Vice President of Council, Brian Larick delivered an Invocation followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Agenda for this meeting was published on April 29, 2016. Present 7 - Karen J. Angelou, Jamie Leeseberg, Stephen A. Renner, Michael Schnetzer, Brian D. Larick, Brian Metzbower, and Nancy R. McGregor B. ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS TO THE AGENDA - Need a motion to add MR-0024-2016 to the Regular Agenda under item K. Motions/Resolutions. Chair Renner read the Motion Resolution. A motion was made by Leeseberg, seconded by Larick, to amend the Agenda to include MR-0024-2016. Yes: 7- Angelou, Leeseberg, Renner, Schnetzer, Larick, Metzbower and McGregor C. HEARING OF VISITORS - Daphne Moehring, Gahanna-Jefferson School Board Member, invited Council to meet Steven Barrett, the new school Superintendent, next Thursday May 12 at 5:00 p.m. at Clark Hall; held final master-facilities-plan public processes meeting last Thursday night; creative group of citizens participated in the process and came up with new design ideas for each of the school buildings; the committee will now massage the ideas, discuss budget and submit plans to the Board for review; watching the Win-Win Agreement with Dublin and City of Gahanna Page 1 City Council Meeting Minutes May 2, 2016 Groveport Madison Schools to see how it will affect our district; the musical Shrek will be performed this weekend; amazing students; encouraged everyone to come see it; Gold band earned highest ratings at state competition last week; freshman band earned excellent ratings too; graduation is May 28; will get number of graduating students soon; all things are moving forward and happy with the progress made. 1. Mayor Kneeland - Public Service Recognition Week Mayor Kneeland proclaimed Public Service Recognition Week in Gahanna, Ohio May 1 - 7, 2016. 2016-0148 Public Service Recognition Week Proclamation 2. Mayor Kneeland - National Small Business Week Mayor Kneeland proclaimed National Small Business Week in Gahanna, Ohio May 1 - 7, 2016. 2016-0152 National Small Business Week Proclamation 3. Mayor Kneeland - Economic Development Week Mayor Kneeland proclaimed Economic Development Week in Gahanna, Ohio May 8 - 14, 2016. 2016-0155 Economic Development Week Proclamation 4. Mayor Kneeland - Air Quality Awareness Week Mayor Kneeland proclaimed Air Quality Awareness Week in Gahanna, Ohio May 2 - 6, 2016. 2016-0157 Air Quality Awareness Week Proclamation 5. Mayor Kneeland - Motorcycle Awareness Month Mayor Kneeland proclaimed May as Motorcycle Awareness Month in Gahanna. 2016-0158 Motorcycle Month Proclamation D. INTRODUCTIONS AND ASSIGNMENT TO COMMITTEE: City of Gahanna Page 2 City Council Meeting Minutes May 2, 2016 Ordinances - To Be Introduced and Assigned to Committee: Vice President Larick introduced the legislation. ORD-0041-2016 TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AGREEMENT WITH THE GAHANNA-JEFFERSON SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR THE PROVISION OF SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICERS TO THE GAHANNA-JEFFERSON SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR THE 2016-2017 SCHOOL YEAR. ORD-0042-2016 TO AMEND ORDINANCE 148-91, OP&F AND OPERS SALARY REDUCTION PICK-UP PLAN TO INCLUDE ALL EMPLOYEES. ORD-0043-2016 TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO CONTRACT WITH SHELLY AND SANDS CONSTRUCTION FOR THE CARPENTER ROAD BRIDGE REPLACEMENT ST 993. ORD-0044-2016 TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO A PURCHASE AGREEMENT WITH COLUMBUS PETERBILT FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF A 2 1/2 TON TRUCK (UNIT # 793), CHASSIS AND SNOW PLOW; OHIO STATE CONTRACT #800261-STS515. ORD-0045-2016 TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO A PURCHASE AGREEMENT WITH BELL EQUIPMENT FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF A 2 1/2 TON TRUCK (UNIT #793), BRINE AND SALT APPLICATION EQUIPMENT; OHIO STATE CONTRACT #800184-STS515. ORD-0046-2016 TO AMEND PART ONE, ADMINISTRATIVE CODE CHAPTER 143, DEPARTMENT OF LAW, OF THE CODIFIED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF GAHANNA. SR-0001-2016 TO DECLARE THE NECESSITY AND INTENT TO APPROPRIATE CERTAIN REAL ESTATE AT 297 WEST JOHNSTOWN ROAD FOR SANITARY SEWER SERVICES. City of Gahanna Page 3 City Council Meeting Minutes May 2, 2016 E. CONSENT AGENDA: Minutes - To Approve: 2016-0149 4-25-16 Special Meeting & 4-18-16 Regular Meeting Minutes This Minutes was Approved and Filed on the Consent Agenda. Ordinances on Second Reading: ORD-0038-2016 TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO CONTRACT WITH THE OHIO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR THE D06 REGIONAL PEDESTRIAN SIGNALS, PID 101844; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY. This Ordinance was Adopted on the Consent Agenda. ORD-0039-2016 TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO PARTICIPATE IN THE OHIO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (ODOT) 2016-2017 SEASON ROAD SALT COOPERATIVE BID PROGRAM; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY. This Ordinance was Adopted on the Consent Agenda. ORD-0040-2016 SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION - ODNR Boating Grant Funds. This Ordinance was Adopted on the Consent Agenda. Motion Resolution: MR-0022-2016 MOTION RESOLUTION THAT THIS COUNCIL HAS NO OBJECTION TO THE TRANSFER OF A D1, D2, D3, D6 LIQUOR PERMIT FROM WINE GUY GAHANNA, LLC DBA THE WINE GUY TO PEACEWAR INC. DBA WINE GUY CREEKSIDE, 101 MILL STREET, SUITE 105, GAHANNA, OHIO 43230. This Motion Resolution was Approved on the Consent Agenda. MR-0023-2016 MOTION RESOLUTION THAT THIS COUNCIL HAS NO OBJECTION TO THE TRANSFER OF A D5, D6 LIQUOR PERMIT FROM AMERICAN BLUE RIBBON HOLDINGS LLC DBA MAX & ERMAS TO MAX & ERMAS HOLDING LLC DBA MAX AND ERMAS, 1317 HAMILTON ROAD AND PATIO, GAHANNA, OHIO 43230. This Motion Resolution was Approved on the Consent Agenda. Approval of the Consent Agenda City of Gahanna Page 4 City Council Meeting Minutes May 2, 2016 A motion was made by Metzbower, seconded by Leeseberg, to approve the Consent Agenda. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: 7- Angelou, Leeseberg, Renner, Schnetzer, Larick, Metzbower and McGregor End of the Consent Agenda F. PUBLIC HEARINGS: None. G. STANDING COMMITTEES: 2016-0150 4-25-16 Committee Minutes Committee of the Whole - Larick None. Finance - Schnetzer None. Service & Safety - Leeseberg None. Development & Parks - McGregor None. H. CORRESPONDENCE AND ACTIONS: Clerk No report. Council Larick said he received a request for information; concern for pedestrians especially runners as they run on the street; summer activities are here; people park on the street; safety of our runners; he's just confirming what our ordinances and requirements are from an enforcement standpoint; he will follow up. City of Gahanna Page 5 City Council Meeting Minutes May 2, 2016 I. SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES: None. J. FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES: None. K. MOTIONS/RESOLUTIONS: MR-0024-2016 MOTION RESOLUTION THAT THIS COUNCIL HAS NO OBJECTION TO THE TRANSFER OF A TREX D5, D6 LIQUOR PERMIT FROM NEWARK BBQ LLC TO BARREL & BOAR CREEKSIDE LLC, 101 MILL STREET, SUITE 130, GAHANNA, OHIO 43230 Larick pointed out this was a late add to the regular agenda; the approval of the TREX (Economic Development Transfer) application was approved by Council and the police department; he's good with moving forward with this permit. A motion was made by Larick, seconded by Schnetzer, to approve the Motion Resolution. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: 7- Angelou, Leeseberg, Renner, Schnetzer, Larick, Metzbower and McGregor L. REPRESENTATIVES: Community Improvement Corporation (CIC) - Renner/Larick Larick said some of the tenants are moving out 181 Granville; to date there was only one who left the City; the rest will remain here; the tenant that moved ended up by a building in Westerville. Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission (MORPC) - Angelou State of the Region Luncheon is this Friday downtown; member reception starts at 10:30 to say goodbye to Eric Phillips and welcome new members; next week will be regular meeting. Bd. of Education, Gahanna-Jefferson Public Schools - Larick/Renner Renner said as Mrs. Moehring stated there is an invitation for meet and greet for the new superintendent on Thursday; he will not be able to make it; his son has a concert that night; Larick will go in his place. Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) - Leeseberg Leeseberg stated the Blues & Jazz Festival is fast approaching; always looking for volunteers. City of Gahanna Page 6 City Council Meeting Minutes May 2, 2016 M. OFFICIAL REPORTS: Mayor Mayor said he's currently working hard on planning & development; 27 projects that could retain over 1,500 jobs; cover variety of industry sectors; some on healthcare services; mixed use being reviewed; working hard on getting more visits; made 47 visits this year and 13 more scheduled; will be presenting to Economic Development Strategy to the Gahanna Area Realty Association next week; recognized public service week; big commitment to serve and is a big deal; thanked Council for their service to Gahanna; told Councilwoman Angelou he's happy to be a Certified Tourism Ambassador; she congratulated him; said her challenge worked. City Attorney Ewald said tax litigation lawsuit is on hold for now; continuing to work on updating code in-line with the GoForward initiative; one item popped up as annexation might be better served in another area of the code; will work on that matter with Council office. N. COUNCIL COMMENT Angelou said congrats to all new Certified Tourism Ambassadors (CTA). Metzbower said US Congresswoman Joyce Beatty 2016 State of the District Town Hall Meeting is Tuesday, May 3 at 6:00 p.m. McGregor said she took a tour of Columbus Academy; invited to look at their new renovations; had no idea they issued 414 W2s; had no idea that many people worked there; nice to see all the changes; will be invited back when complete; appreciated the tour. Leeseberg congratulated the new CTAs; said he attended Arbor Day Celebration at Middle School South; rain held up; it ended up being nice and tree was planted. Larick reminded everyone that Herb Day is Saturday, May 7, 9 to 4 at Creekside; go early they tend to sell out even in questionable weather; An Herbal Affair is Friday May 6, 7 to 9; fundraiser to help the Ohio Herb Education Center and bring continued awareness; also sneak peek on some the new herbs that are out; reminder to runners, bikers; everyone to be safe and follow rules and regulations when out; wear bright clothing; be mindful to follow rules of road and drivers need to City of Gahanna Page 7 City Council Meeting Minutes May 2, 2016 be cautious; make sure everyone stays safe. Renner thanked the CVB and Laurie Jadwin for sponsoring people for CTA class; one of the best classes he's taken in a long time; learned great detail about some of the events available for families; very informative; proudly wearing his CTA pin. O. ADJOURNMENT 7:21 p.m. by Larick. City of Gahanna Page 8