Council Meeting

MINUTES OF MEETING INDIAN HILL VILLAGE COUNCIL August 19, 2024 A meeting of the Indian Hill Village Council, including a work session, was held on August 19, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. The meeting was held in the Council Chambers of the Village Administration building. Officials present: Mr. Stephen H. Krehbiel, Mayor Mr. Richard J. Hidy, Vice-Mayor Mr. Andrew A. Byer, Council member Mr. Jeffrey G. Gibson, Council member Mrs. Elizabeth C. Isphording, Council member Mr. Shayne O Manning, Council member Mrs. Pat Stern, Council member Ms. Dina C. Minneci, City Manager Mr. Scott D. Phillips, City Solicitor Mr. Paul C. Riordan, Clerk/Comptroller Visitors present: Mr. Nicholas Bagnoli, 7880 Brill Road 45243 Mrs. Jessica Chaney, 6525 Drake Road 45243 Mr. Mike Dressell, 6525 Drake Road 45243 Mr. Ron Freson, 6525 Drake Road 45243 Mr. Scott Gully, 6525 Drake Road 45243 Mr. Nate Henderson, 6525 Drake Road 45243 Mrs. Cindy Klopfenstein, 6525 Drake Road 45243 Chief. Chuck Schlie, 6525 Drake Road 45243 Mr. Jon West, 6525 Drake Road 45243 Mr. David Yeager, 6525 Drake Road 45243 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Council opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance. MINUTES: The minutes of the regular meeting of June 17, 2024 had previously been distributed to each Council member. There being no changes or corrections noted, Mayor Krehbiel declared the minutes accepted as issued. SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES: The minutes of the Special meeting of July 15, 2024 had previously been distributed to each Council member. There being no changes or corrections noted, Mayor Krehbiel declared the minutes accepted as issued. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION: Mr. Nicholas Bagnoli, 7880 Brill Road introduced himself to Council and stated his dissatisfaction with certain Village services, namely: 1. Low water pressure at his residence, 7880 Brill Road 2. Need for water conservation this past week and inquired on an update on the water tower – replacement or repair project 3. Difficulty paying his water bill online 4. Wanted an apology for the way his grandson was treated at Grand Valley Mr. Scott Gully, Finance Director explained that Visa mandates that if the customer is responsible for the credit card fee when paying a utility bill, then a fixed dollar amount must be Minutes of Council Meeting August 19, 2024 Page 2 established for their credit cards to be utilized. He stated that per Visa regulations, a flat percentage can only be utilized if the Village was paying for the fee. Since this fee is passed on to the customer, it must be a flat dollar amount. The Village worked with the credit card vendor to establish the rate of $4.95 for any utility payment made via credit card with a corresponding payment limit set at $275 per transaction. Ms. Minneci explained that the water tower issue has been discussed. There have been many conversations about all the concerns that Mr. Bagnoli was expressing and she invited him to stay for the next part of the Council meeting when these issues are going to be covered in the Strategic Planning Session. Mr. Bagnoli explained that due to prior commitments, he would not be able to attend the next part of the meeting. Ms. Minneci said that she would provide an update on the water conservation and water tower discussions at the Council meeting to Mr. Bagnoli. Mr. Bagnoli requested that updates be provided to the residents so they know what is taking place in the analysis of the water issues. Ms. Minneci explained that the timing of the information on the water tower is also going to be discussed in the Strategic Planning Session and will be part of the strategic planning going forward. The goal is to give the residents only information once instead of piecemealing it out. Mayor Krehbiel explained that in addition to the water tower, the Village has been required to comply with the PFAS regulations, which will require substantial capital additions and planning, along with the water tower issues. Mr. Bagnoli thanked Council for listening to his concerns and Council thanked him for bringing them to their attention. WORK SESSION: Ms. Minneci explained that the strategic planning review is the first part of the 2025 budgeting process. Ms. Minneci also directed Council’s attention to the document included in the Council packet titled, “Strategic Planning Session August 19, 2024”. She highlighted that the departments have been working on their year-end estimates, 2025 budget and Capital Improvement requests, which they have submitted to the Finance Director. She said that she and the Finance Director are reviewing these requests with each department and will have departmental reviews with the City Manager, Finance Director and Comptroller later this month. The enclosed document also highlights the dates and times for the Council committee meetings to review the budgets and she highlighted that the meetings are on different days then typical because of the length of time it will take to review the budgets. She explained that prior to the meetings, the Council members will be given a grand overview of the budgets for their review. She explained that the strategic planning documents are some general thoughts of what is being seen for the next 2 to 3 years. Ms. Minneci directed Council’s attention to a statement titled, “Strategic Planning Session, Council Meeting, August 19, 2024” Preliminary Draft – for discussion purposes only”. She explained the items 1-10 based on discussions with staff and with Council members. This is for discussion purposes only to get things started. She said that we can add, delete or whatever Council Minutes of Council Meeting August 19, 2024 Page 3 likes. Complete copies of the preliminary draft of the Strategic Planning Session from August 19, 2024 memo was included in the Council packet. The major strategic goals are: 1. Continue PFAS facility timeline implementation 2. Continue water tower discussion – finalize direction 3. Commence addition of staff/supervisors to accommodate growth in Village North (reviewed November 2023) 4. Transition newly defined Clerk and Comptroller positions – 2025 5. Capital Improvement Projects (received by end of August – 2025, 2026, 2027 6. Upgrade website – 2025 7. Finalize online income tax capabilities 8. Full review of Code of Ordinances - 2025 9. New Resident Party – 2025 10. Revisit solar panel discussions - 2025 Ms. Minneci summarized the reasons these items are recommended to be included in the Strategic Planning Session. After discussion, Council agreed to include these items in the Strategic Planning. There being no further questions or comments, Council closed the work session and moved into the regular Council session. FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT: Council member Gibson directed Council’s attention to a memo titled, “Finance Committee”. He reported that the Finance committee met on August 14, 2024 to review several items in advance of the Council meeting. Copies of the Finance committee minutes are included in the Council packet. Council member Gibson also directed Council’s attention to the July 2024 financial statements, which were also included in the Council packet. Council member Gibson provided the following financial highlights: a. Income Tax Receipts: The Village received a little less than $115,000, which is approximately $22,000 less than received in July 2023. This is continuing the trend that our overall receipts are down, as expected. We are still quite comfortable with our projections. Year-to-date cash receipts are 83% of budget. b. Operating Disbursements: Operating expenditures were approximately $1,400,000 which was approximately $310,000 more than July 2023. This is primarily a result of July 2024 being a 3 pay-period month. c. CIRF: Disbursements totaled approximately $1,150,000. These expenditures included street paving and a replacement of a utility truck. d. Water Works Receipts: Water usage receipts were approximately $450,000 which was approximately 15% less than in July 2023. Year-to-date cash receipts are tracking at 47% of budget e. Water Works Disbursements: Total operating disbursements were approximately $275,000 which was approximately $53,000 more than July 2023. This is due to a third pay period in July 2024 compared to 2 in July 2023. f. Water Works CRF: Disbursement totaled $0. Minutes of Council Meeting August 19, 2024 Page 4 g. Long Term Debt: Interest payments are made in May and November, and the annual principal payment is made in November; therefore, there are no transactions in July. h. Cash and Investments: Total month-end cash and investments were approximately $52,060,000 compared to approximately $53,450,000 in June 2024 and approximately $53,700,000 in July 2023. i. Rowe Funds: The market value as of July 31st was approximately $4,922,000 which is a 6.6% increase since December 31, 2023. j. Green Areas Funds: The total market value for investments and cash as of July 31st was approximately $5,151,000. Total monthly earnings of $16,000 was slightly ahead of expenditures of $11,000. Council member Gibson reported that the Finance committee reviewed a draft strategic planning agenda for this evening’s Council meeting. He offered that members of the Finance committee would assist any other committee members in their strategic planning preparation for budgets. Council member Gibson reported that the Finance committee reviewed an emergency Ordinance amending Chapter 35 Employment Polices, Section 35.20 compensation. He said that this Ordinance is necessary due to the upcoming retirement of Mr. Paul Riordan, who has worked in the dual role of Clerk/Comptroller for 43 years. Both positions were reevaluated. More defined roles and additional responsibilities were added while separate pay ranges were established for each position. Council member Gibson requested a suspension of the rules and enter into emergency session for the deliberation of the following Ordinance. The request was seconded by Mayor Krehbiel and was passed by unanimous roll call vote 7-0. Council entered into Emergency Session. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 35 EMPLOYMENT POLICIES, SECTION 35.20 COMPENSATION, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY was presented and read for the first reading. Council member Gibson requested that the requirement for three readings of the Ordinance be waived. The motion was seconded by Council member Manning and was passed by unanimous roll call vote 7-0. Upon motion by Council member Gibson seconded by Council member Byer the Ordinance was passed by unanimous roll call vote 7-0. Mayor Krehbiel declared Ordinance 10-24 enacted. Council returned to regular session. LAW COMMITTEE REPORT: Council member Hidy directed Council’s attention to a memo titled, “Law Committee”. He reported that the Law committee met on August 8, 2024 to review several items in advance of the Council meeting. Copies of the meeting minutes are included in the Council packet. Council member Hidy reported that Mr. West presented to the Law committee an emergency Ordinance for the acceptance of Camargo Glen Subdivision and Camargo Pines Lane. The previous Ordinance No. 14-92 did not include a reference to Glenmeadow Drive, now Camargo Pines Lane, Minutes of Council Meeting August 19, 2024 Page 5 and did not reference the plat book and page number. The approval of this Ordinance is needed to properly accept and dedicate Camargo Pines Lane. Council member Hidy reported that after discussion, the Law committee agreed to recommend approval of the Ordinance, on an emergency basis. Council member Hidy requested a suspension of the rules and enter into emergency session for the deliberation of the following Ordinance. The request was moved by Mayor Krehbiel and was passed by unanimous roll call vote 7-0. Council entered into Emergency Session. AN ORDINANCE RE-APPROVING THE PLAT OF CAMARGO GLEN SUBDIVISION RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 278, PAGES 53- 54 OF THE HAMILTON COUNTY RECORDER’S OFFICE, AND ACCEPTING THE DEDICATION OF GLENMEADOW DRIVE, NOW KNOWN AS CAMARGO PINES LANE, CONTAINED THEREIN, PARCEL ID NO. 629-0220-0101 AND NOTE THAT PRIOR ORDINANCE NO. 14-92 DID NOT INCLUDE A REFERENCE TO GLENMEADOW DRIVE, NOW CAMARGO PINES LANE, AND DID NOT REFERENCE PLAT BOOK 278, PAGES 53-54, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY was presented and read for the first reading. Council member Hidy requested that the requirement for three readings of the Ordinance be waived. The motion was seconded by Council member Manning and was passed by unanimous roll call vote 7-0. Upon motion by Council member Hidy seconded by Council member Byer the Ordinance was passed by unanimous roll call vote 7-0. Mayor Krehbiel declared Ordinance 11-24 enacted. Council returned to regular session. Council member Hidy reported that the Law committee reviewed a Resolution to authorize the City Manager to terminate and release a public water main easement to and in favor of Buckingham Acres, LLC. The public water main easement is no longer needed since the property owner is installing a new private water main. He said that after discussion, the Law committee agreed to recommend approval of the Resolution. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO TERMINATE AND RELEASE A PUBLIC WATER MAIN EASEMENT TO AND IN FAVOR OF BUCKINGHAM ACRES, LLC was presented and read. Upon motion by Council member Hidy, seconded by Council member Manning, the Resolution was passed by unanimous voice vote 7-0. Mayor Krehbiel declared Resolution number 17- 24 adopted. BUILDINGS & GROUNDS COMMITTEE REPORT: Council member Byer directed Council’s attention to a memo titled, “Buildings and Grounds Committee”. He reported that the Buildings and Minutes of Council Meeting August 19, 2024 Page 6 Grounds committee met on August 13, 2024 to review several items in advance of the Council meeting. Complete meeting minutes are included in the Council packet. Council member Byer reported that, as always, routine maintenance was performed on all buildings and grounds, green areas, parks and recreational fields. While we label this work as routine, it is important work. This maintenance ensures that our facilities meet both resident expectations and also operability expectations of Village employees working at Village facilities. In addition to routine maintenance which includes seasonal mowing and trimming and sports field prep, the Public Works department installed a bench at Radio Range Park graciously donated by Village resident Sami Smith and continued work on Stephan Field rehabilitation, including roof replacement, pressure washing, temporary fencing and removal of the basketball court to pave in preparation for pickle ball courts. Council member Byer reported that additionally, a focused improvement effort was placed against Rheinstrom Park. He said that workers spent a full week clearing honeysuckle and dead trees. This resulted in 83 loads of debris being removed as the park was restored as part of the forestry management plan. Council member Byer reported that the generosity of Village residents was in full display this past month, showing in two areas: 1. We continue to gratefully accept Green Areas gifts from generous Village residents, with current activity including a completed gift of 1.7 acres from 8890 Camargo Road and in- process donations of 1.9 acres from 2 Abbey Place and 8.546 acres from Meadows of Peterloon Phase 2 2. The 2024 “Reforest the Hill” program has received more than $24,500 in donations. Council member Byer reported that usage of Grand Valley continued to grow in July, with attendance up about 10% vs. June. Council member Byer provided an update on key projects. The following is a summary: • South Given Stream Restoration Repairs – The consultant provided a revised design. Staff will be meeting this month with the consultant and contractor to discuss the new design and how to proceed. • Staff is applying for a $48,000 reimbursement grant from ODNR’s Nature Works program to install a new picnic shelter at Radio Range Park (the prior shelter was taken down due to deterioration). • The Green Areas Advisory Committee’s new season begins on September 4, 2024. Mayor Krehbiel has appointed three new members – Mrs. Jen Castellini, Mr. Jack Oliver and Dr. Jessica Woo. Mr. Ken Koster will be the 2024-24 Chairperson. One committee member vacancy remains. PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE REPORT: Council member Stern, directed Council’s attention to a memo titled, Public Works Committee”. She reported that the Public Works committee met on August 13, 2024 to review several items in advance of the Council meeting. Copies of the meeting minutes are included in the Council packet. Council member Stern presented the departmental activity highlights, a complete copy of the departmental activity report is included in the Council packet. Minutes of Council Meeting August 19, 2024 Page 7 a. Cleaned and inspected catch basins, gutters and pipes along Village roadways. b. Tree trimming, trimmed honeysuckle and repaired berms along various Village roadways. c. Rheinstrom Park honeysuckle clearing. d. Repaired berm area on Weil Road e. Repaired guardrail on five roads. Council member Stern presented the following highlights on the project management report. A copy of the report is included in the Council packet. a. 2024 Street Resurfacing Program – Program completed except for Spooky Hollow Road as it is on hold awaiting a resident-led sanitary force mail project. b. Given Road Evaluation/Maintenance – Project will begin in August with two-week closure expected. c. Sycamore Creek Restoration & Habitat Enhancement – Consultant will have 90% of the plans finalized this month. A review meeting with all parties is scheduled for August 21st. d. Varner Road – Stream restoration has been postponed to pursue pier wall extension which is a higher priority. Mrs. Klopfenstein is preparing an Ohio Public Works Commission (OPWC) grant application to extend the pier wall, replace/extend the water main, improve storm sewer system, curb replacement and paving. e. Camargo Culvert Replacement – Construction began on July 8th with road closure. Completion and road opening occurred the day before the start of the school year. f. Kugler Mill Culvert Replacement Phase #1 – Five bids were received for the project. JTM Smith was the lowest and best bid at $130,778. The project will include a 90-day road closure for the first phase with commencement expected in mid-September. Phase #1 includes wall replacement and new concrete cap. g. Kugler Mill Culvert Replacement Phase #2 – Two bids were received. ProShot Concrete was the lowest and best bid at $143,140. This work will commence after completion of Phase #1 and will have minimal impact on traffic. h. Public Works Roof – Project began in July with roof huggers being installed. The installation of the metal roofing panels is next. i. Spooky Hollow Road – Mrs. Klopfenstein is preparing an OPWC grant application to replace the water main, improve drainage and roadside conditions on Spooky Hollow from Loveland- Madeira to the hill at Green Acres. Mrs. Klopfenstein also is submitting a Municipals Road Fund (MRF) grant for paving Spooky Hollow. j. Shawnee Run Road/Adams Road – Mrs. Klopfenstein is preparing an OPWC grant application to upsize the water main and replace/expand the storm sewer system. It includes reconstructing the curb and roadway pavement on Shawnee Run and installing detention on Adams Council member Stern reported that Mrs. Klopfenstein presented a Resolution to apply to participate in Ohio Public Works Commission (OPWC) funding programs (SCIP and LTIP) and enter all contracts necessary. This Resolution is a requirement of OPWC when accepting any funding application as complete. Three proposed infrastructure project locations and scopes of work were presented: i. Varner Road – Pier wall installation, water main extension to create a looping system, storm sewer improvements, curb replacement and roadway paving. Minutes of Council Meeting August 19, 2024 Page 8 ii. Spooky Hollow Road within 1900 LF west of Loveland-Madeira Road – storm sewer improvements, curb and modified gutter installation and water main replacement. iii. Shawnee Run (from Drake Road to N. Clippinger Drive) and Adams Road – Storm sewer improvements, water main replacements, road reconstruction on Shawnee Run Road and repaving on Adam Road. Council member Stern reported that the Buildings and Grounds committee discussed and agreed to recommend the Resolution for approval. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PREPARE AND SUBMIT AN APPLICATION TO PARTICIPATE IN THE OHIO PUBLIC WORKS COMMISSION STATE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT AND/OR LOCAL TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAMS AND FOR THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE CONTRACTS AS REQUIRED was presented and read. Upon motion by Council member Stern seconded by Council member Isphording the Resolution was passed by unanimous voice vote 7-0. Mayor Krehbiel declared Resolution 18-24 adopted. Council member Stern reported that Mrs. Klopfenstein presented a Resolution to terminate participation in the Hamilton County Storm Water District (HCSWD) at the end of calendar year 2024 with intent to seek an individual MS4 Permit coverage from OEPA beginning January 1, 2025. She explained that the Village already performs many of the tasks required for an individual permit to support storm water quality and has created a Storm Water Management Plan to submit to the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (OEPA) with the permit application. Operationally, the biggest differences will include the need for in-house training, reporting, fees will be sent directly to OEPA instead of through the County, and public education and outreach will be performed through membership in Regional Storm Water Collaborative. This change should result in cost savings of approximately $14,000 per year. She said that the Buildings and Grounds committee discussed and agreed to recommend the Resolution for approval. A RESOLUTION TERMINATING PARTICIPATION IN THE HAMILTON COUNTY STORM WATER DISTRICT AND INTENT TO SEEK INDIVIDUAL MS4 PERMIT COVERAGE FROM THE OHIO ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY was presented and read. Upon motion by Council member Stern seconded by Council member Byer the Resolution was passed by unanimous voice vote 7-0. Mayor Krehbiel declared Resolution 19-24 adopted. WATER WORKS REPORT: Council member Isphording directed Council’s attention to a memo titled, “Water Works Committee”. She reported that the Water Works committee met on June 11, 2024 to review several issues in advance of the Council meeting. Copies of the meeting minutes are included in the Council packet. Council member Isphording presented the departmental activity highlights, a complete copy of the departmental activity report is included in the Council packet. Minutes of Council Meeting August 19, 2024 Page 9 a. Repaired eleven water main breaks b. Replaced eight fire hydrants. c. Inspected water main installation on Miami Avenue in Madeira d. Mr. Art Speer was promoted to Distribution Crew Leader. e. Repaired hydrants generated from flushing program. f. Submitted PFAS claims for 3M and Dupont settlements. g. Began lead and copper sampling for OEPA. h. Performed semi-annual monitoring well sampling Council member Isphording presented the following highlights on the project management report. A copy of the report is included in the Council packet. a. Water Tower – Staff continues to work with consultant on updated water tower needs assessment. b. PFAS – Three qualification submittals were received for engineering services. Staff is interviewing the firms this month. The Request for Qualifications (RFQ) process allows the Village to select firms based on expertise in specific areas. (e.g. PFAS, water main, water treatment support) Council member Isphording reported that Mr. Freson provided an update on the drought conditions within the Village. He said that levels in the Village aquifer and storage facilities (tanks and tower) decreased because of the dry conditions as well as the additional significant capacity requirements that has been added to the system. The Village worked with Greater Cincinnati Water Works to turn on valves that allow Cincinnati to supplement the water supply. In order to let the aquifer recharge, the Village put a hold on irrigation on all water customers for three days. Council member Gibson said that based on the discussion earlier in the meeting, there needs to be communication on the history and reason for the ban on irrigation. Council member Isphording reported that 2008 was the last year the Village utilized Cincinnati water for an extended period. Staff is working 24/7 to monitor the situation and address main breaks being caused by Cincinnati’s water pressure being higher than Indian Hill’s. Council member Isphording reported that Ms. Minneci presented a draft Resolution allowing the City Manager to negotiate rates for the Village’s natural gas aggregation program. The current program expires October 2024. The Village’s broker currently is receiving bids from various organizations. This Resolution gives the City Manager the ability to look into a rate, agreed to by the aggregation pool of which the Village is a part of, only if the rate is below the current rate, is between a one-to-two-year commitment and the contract is approved by the City Solicitor. She said that after discussion, the Water Works committee agreed to recommend approval. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE A PROGRAM AGREEMENT WITH GAS GENERATION SUPPLIER FOR SUPPLYING NATURAL GAS TO PARTICIPANTS IN THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE OF INDIAN HILL GOVERNMENTAL AGGREGATION PROGRAM was presented and read. Minutes of Council Meeting August 19, 2024 Page 10 Upon motion by Council member Isphording seconded by Council member Manning the Resolution was passed by unanimous voice vote 7-0. Mayor Krehbiel declared Resolution 20-24 adopted. SAFETY COMMITTEE REPORT: Mayor Krehbiel directed Council’s attention to a memo titled, “Safety Committee”. He reported that the Safety committee met on August 8, 2024 to review several items in advance of the Council meeting. Copies of the meeting minutes are included in the Council packet. Mayor Krehbiel highlighted the following: 1. Chief Oughterson reviewed the July Fire/EMS report. EMS runs were 87 compared to 116 in July 2023. 2. Chief Oughterson highlighted the department’s response to a minor house deck fire in Madeira. He discussed the department’s participation in the 4th of July festivities for Madeira and Indian Hill. It included the display of an original Madeira & Vicinity Fire Company fire truck from 1937 that was borrowed from the Carmel Fire Buffs. 3. Chief Oughterson outlined the month’s training – trench training at Cincinnati Water Works and Recue Task Force training with Montgomery and Loveland-Symmes. In addition, they worked with the training staff from Madeira, Indian Hill and Cincinnati Country Day schools on sports injuries and equipment removal. 4. Chief Oughterson discussed the Fire Company’s donation of $30,000 for a purchase that improves response times as it splits the stations for dispatching. Also, the department has recorded 58 out of 100 Acts of Kindness project they are pursing in honor of their 100th anniversary. 5. Colonel Schlie presented the Rangers’ July report. Activities include: 1) natural death; 2) theft; 3) ID theft and 4) animal complaint. 6. Colonel Schlie introduced Captain Mike Dressell who will be promoted to Chief on September 21st upon Colonel Schlie’s retirement. He also congratulated Captain Dressell on his heroism as he brought a man back to life with CPR at a Hamilton County Police Association function. 7. The promotion process for a Captain and a Lieutenant has commenced and will be completed by the September Council meeting. Two new Patrol Officers will begin in August to fill the vacancies due to Ray Manning and Bill Schwartz retirements. In addition, Julie Pratt began as a new dispatcher. 8. The Rangers held an active shooter training with Cincinnati Country Day staff. PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT: Council member Manning reported that the Planning Commission met on June 19, 2024 to consider two items: 1. A request for variance approval to increase the side-yard setback for pool equipment. This issue was continued until August 21st. 2. A request for Special Exception approval for the installation of wayfinding signs throughout the parking lots and drives at the Indian Hill Middle School and High School. This was conditionally approved. Council member Manning reported that the Planning Commission met on July 17, 2024 to consider one issue which was a request for a six-month extension and adjustments to the home plans Minutes of Council Meeting August 19, 2024 Page 11 for the variance approved in Planning Commission Case No. 23-007. This request was approved. The subject property is located at 4555 Walton Creek Road. CITY MANAGER’S REPORT: City Manager Minneci reported the following in her Manager’s report: a. Successful Movie Night in the Park b. Administrative offices closed – September 2, 2024 – Labor Day c. Special appreciation for the Water Works and Public Works departments d. September 16, 2024 Council meeting – move to Livingston Lodge for Ranger promotions Council asked City Manager Minneci to prepare a special Resolution of Appreciation to Captain Mike Dressell for saving a gentleman’s life several weeks ago. There being no further business to come before Council, Mayor Krehbiel declared the meeting adjourned. Respectfully submitted, Stephen H. Krehbiel, Mayor ATTEST: Paul C. Riordan, Clerk