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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10-07-19 Council MinutesRECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of Dublin City Council Meeting BARRETT BROTHERS - DAYTON, OHIO Form 6101 Held CALL, TO ORDER October 7, 2019 Mayor Peterson called the Monday, October 7, 2019 Regular Meeting of Dublin City Council to order at 5:30 p.m. in Council Chambers at Dublin City Hall. ROLL. CALL Present were Mayor Peterson, Ms. Alutto, Ms. De Rosa, Ms. Fox, Mr. Keenan and Mr. Reiner. Vice Mayor Amorose Groomes arrived at 5:33 p.m. Staff members present were Mr. McDaniel and Mr. Rogers. ADJOURN TO EXECUTIVE SESSION Mayor Peterson moved to adjourn to executive session to: 1) consider the employment of a public employee; and 2) for preparing for, conducting, or reviewing negotiations or bargaining sessions with public employees concerning their compensation or other terms and conditions of their employment. Ms. Alutto seconded the motion. Vote on the motion: Mr. Keenan, yes; Ms. Alutto, yes; Mayor Peterson, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Ms. De Rosa, yes; Ms. Fox, yes. (Vice Mayor Amorose Groomes joined the session in progriess.) The meeting was reconvened at 7 p.m. Additional staff members present were Mr. McDaniel, Ms. Readier, Ms. Crandall, Mr. Stiffler, Ms. Goss, Chief Paez, Ms. O'Callaghan, Mr. Earman, Mr. Rogers, Ms. Richison, Ms. Burness, Mr. O'Brien, Mr. Hammersmith, Ms. LeRoy and Mr. Plouck. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mr. Keenan led the Pledge of Allegiance. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS • Update from Columbus Metropolitan Library - Patrick Losinski, Chief Executive Officer and Joe Yersavich, Dublin Branch Manager Mr. Losinski shared a slide presentation with Council. The library has enjoyed great success, and the cornerstone of their partnership with the City and the Schools was the parking garage. He shared photos, which reflected the library as a premier location for homecoming photos — a measure of success! In regard to the library cafe opening, it will be a .13weetwaters and should open in early November. He thanked Council and the community for their support of the campaign that raised $2.6 million additional funding for the project. There were great naming opportunities, which worked very well. He introduced Joe Yersavich who will share statistics. Mr. YE.rsavich stated that young minds are at the cornerstone of much of what the library does. The photos shown were of student tours from Dublin City Schools — kindergarten through fifth grade. The students were interested not only in books, but in the rain garden in front and the portals for reading. From the June 6 opening until today, the library, has experienced a 24 percent increase in user visits. There has been a 120 percent increase in new library cards issued, with 7,212 new cards issued in that four-month period. Circulation at this time is tracking annually to hit 1.6 million, which represents a large increase over the 2017 numbers. There were over 500 students coming to the library for class visits and the response has been overwhelming. It is great to see others returning and serving as tour guides through the library, being proud of their community library. Mayor Peterson stated that the library is all as envisioned, and all of this was accomplished in a short time. Mr. KE�enan added that the visioning for the library began years ago at a Council retreat at OCl-C. There was a lot of teamwork involved — the Library Board, the Schools and the City — to accomplish this. The community has now embraced the architecture, and he applauds the library for all of their hard work and especially the teamwork. Mr. Losinski noted that the vision for the library as presented at a Council retreat was actually 12 years ago! RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of Dublin City Council Meeting BARRETT BROTHERS - DAYTON, OHIO Form 6101 Held October 7, 2019 Page 2 of 17 Ms. De Rosa commented that she was downtown on Saturday and witnessed competition for positions on the steps for photos. Everyone is very excited and this is wonderful to see! Mr. Losinski stated that the cafe will open weekdays at 7 a.m. so that people will have access to the chairs and seating along the street as well as the meeting room. Sweetwaters wants to open on Sunday at 8 a.m., even though the library does not open until 1 p.m. The design accommodates all of this activity. Mr. Reiner noted a renowned artist, Stephan Koplowitz was in Dublin recently and commented that the library was fantastic. The bold and imaginative design was imprE'ssive to this artist. Mayor Peterson asked Mr. Losinski to pass along to the Library Board the very positive comments about the library and how proud Dublin is to have this new library. Mayor Peterson noted that the MORPC presentation will be delayed until later in the meeting due to technical difficulties. • Update from Parents Encouraging Responsible Choices (P.E.R.C.) — Kathy Harter, Board President Ms. Harter provided an updated on PERC, noting the organization is in their 10th year of bringing great programming to Dublin parents. They are the extension of the Dublin PTOs and receive annual donations from each of the PTOS, who are also encouraged to attend their meetings at the Central Office. The School guidance counselors, Syntero, School Resource Officers, Nationwide Children's Hospital and Dublin Drug and Alcohol Counselors also attend their meetings and support their work. She provided details about upcoming programming for this year. She thanked Council for the ongoing support, noting they receive support from the City in use of the Tallas at the DCRC at no cost, including audiovisual support and babysitting. Mayor- Peterson thanked her for the update, noting this group is a terrific asset to the community. Ms. Harter also serves as President of the Wyandotte Woods Homeowners Association, and Council appreciates her volunteer efforts. CMZEN COMMENTS David Smith, DENSO, 5605 Blazer Parkway, Suite 229, Dublin noted that he does not have comments to make, but moved to Dublin from Michigan in May. He leads DENSO's Smart Mobility Ecosystem, which is taking place in the Coffman corridor. He is pleased to be part of the Dublin community. Mayor Peterson thanked him for his interest. Vice Mayor Amorose Groomes stated that in the recent visit to Japan, Mr. Smith met with the Dublin group and the Governor to share information about what DENSO is doing in the City of Dublin. He is a great advocate in the technology world for doing business in the City of Dublin, and is even painting a wall in his office Dublin green! She thanked him for WE, time with them in Japan and his contributions to the discussion. Mr. Smith stated that the partnership between DENSO and Dublin is very strong. DENSO has been a corporate partner since 2002 and has grown in Dublin and is pleased to partnEoir with the City. CONSENT AGENDA Hearing no request for removal of an item from the Consent Agenda, Mayor Peterson moved approval of the actions for the two Consent Agenda items. Mr. RE!iner seconded the motion. Vote on the motion: Ms. De Rosa, yes; Ms. Alutto, yes; Ms. Fox, yes; Mayor Peterson, yes; Mr. Keenan, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Vice Mayor Amorose Groomes, yes. • Minutes of August 19, 2019 Work Session • Minutes of September 23, 2019 Regular Council Meeting SECOND READING/PUBLIC HEARING — ORDINANCES Ordinance 47-19 Amending the Annual Appropriations for the Fiscal Year Ending December 31, 2019. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of BARRETT BROTHERS - DAYTON, OHIO Dublin City Council October 7, 2019 Page 3 of 17 Held Meeting Form 6101 Mr. Stiffler stated there are no changes since the first reading. A memo in response to questions raised at the first reading was provided in the packet. He offered to respond to any additional questions. Vice Mayor Amorose Groomes thanked him for his thorough responses to her questions. Ms. Cie Rosa noted that the memo indicated a reason some of the appropriations were not done previously is because estimates were not available for the items. In the future, would it make sense to include a placeholder in the budget for such items? Mr. Shiffler responded that staff had estimates and an allocation needed, but did not have an appropriation made. The estimate of the debt service was included in the CIP, but not in thEl operating budget for the reasons outlined in his memo. Ms. Cie Rosa stated that perhaps it would make sense in cases where we know an expense will occur to include a placeholder in the operating budget. What would be the pros and cons of doing this? Mr. Shiffler responded that once an appropriation is made, the resources must be formally allocated. If the appropriation is underestimated, a formal request will be needed for additional appropriations. If there is potential for using some TIF revenue versus doing a capitc-il improvements fund transfer, making an appropriation would preclude this flexibility. By leaving it open ended, there is the option to revisit it with accuracy and provide the most flexibility going forward. Ms. De Rosa stated this is good rationale, but perhaps a note in the operating budget could be included about this potential occurrence. She asked that staff consider this option. Mr. Stiffler agreed that staff could review ways to do this. Vote on the Ordinance: Mr. Reiner, yes; Ms. De Rosa, yes; Mr. Keenan, yes; Ms. Fox, yes; Vice Mayor Amorose Groomes, yes; Mayor Peterson, yes; Ms. Alutto, yes. FIRST READING /PUBLIC HEARING — ORDINANCES Ordinance 48-19 Establishing the Location and Amount of Cash on Hand for Change Funds. Mayor Peterson introduced the Ordinance. Mr. Shiffler stated that the City establishes cash funds at location throughout the City wherE� cash transactions take place. This ordinance establishes a permanent change fund in the Division of Taxation of $125 and removes the reference to the previously eliminated merchandising change fund. When the merchandising change fund was dissolved, the funds were added last year to the General Fund. Establishing this new change fund increases the efficiency of handling cash transactions at the Tax window. These change funds are audited three to four times per year. He offered to respond to questions. There were no questions. There will be a second reading/public hearing at the October 21 Council meeting. Mayor, Peterson moved to waive Council Rules of Order to address Ordinances 49-19 through 52-19 together. Ms. Alutto seconded the motion. Vote on the motion: Vice Mayor Amorose Groomes, yes; Ms. Alutto, yes; Mr. Keenan, yes; Mayor Peterson, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Ms. De Rosa, yes; Ms. Fox, yes. (The Clerk read the titles into the record.) Ordinance 49-19 Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Necessary Conveyance Documents and W Accept Conveyance of a 0.081 -Acre Fee Simple Warranty Deed for Right -of -Way, Without Limitation to Existing Access Rights from Gregory Brown from the Property Located at 4321 Bright Road for the Public Purpose of Constructing a New Cul -De -Sac (Public Roadway to be Open to the Public), Constructing Sanitary Sewer Lines, Water Line Extensions, and a Shared -Use Path, Ordinance 50-19 Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Necessary Conveyance Documents and to Accept Conveyance of a 0.074 -Acre, More or Less, Perpetual Public RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of Dublin City Council Meeting BARRETT BROTHERS - DAYTON, OHIO Form 6101 October 7, 2019 Page 4 of 17 Held Utility Easement from Daniel L. Tru bisky and Susan L. Tru bisky from the Property Located at 7130 Grandee Cliffs Drive for the Public Purpose of Constructing a New Cul -De -Sac, Constructing Sanitary Sewer Lines, and Water Line Extensions, Ordinance 51-19 Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Necessary Conveyance Documents and to Accept Conveyance of a 0.034 -Acre, More or Less, Perpetual Public Utility Easement from Sandra H. Taylor, Trustee from the Property Located at 714310 Grandee Cliffs Drive for the Public Purpose of Constructing a New Cul - De -Sac, Constructing Sanitary Sewer Lines, and Water Line Extensions, Ordinance 52-19 Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Necessary Conveyance Documents and Ito Accept Conveyance of a 0.035 -Acre, More or Less, Perpetual Public Utility Easement from Brian J. Celek from the Property Located at 7129 Grandee Cliffs Drive for the Public Purpose of Constructing a New Cul -De -Sac, Constructing Sanitary Sewer Lines, and Water Line Extensions, Mayor Peterson introduced the Ordinances. Mr. Hammersmith stated this is the second utility extension project to be implemented by the City. There are four final acquisitions of property for this current project that require Council action. The project provides water and sanitary sewer service to the Bright Road area, including Grandee Cliffs Drive and Jenmar Court. The project also includes the construction of the cul-de-sac at the Riverside Drive/Bright Road intersection. The project is being advertised for bids currently through November. The bid acceptance resolution is anticipated to come before Council on December 2, with construction commencing in early 2020. The adopted utility extension policy requests easement donations from benefitting property owners in order to construct and maintain these utility improvements. The three utility easements — property owners Trubisky, Taylor and Celek — were donated at no cost to the City. The right-of-way from Mr. Brown was acquired at the appraised value. This right-of-way at 4321 Bright Road is necessary to provide for the future replacement of the Bright Road bridge over Billingsley Creek. Staff recommends adoption of the four ordinances at the second reading/public hearing on October 21. Mayor Peterson clarified that Mr. Brown's property is a different case, and the acquisition is for a bridge project unrelated to the utility extensions. Mr. Reiner noted that he had suggested previously that a plaque be created to recognize residEints who donate right-of-way for City projects versus the City needing to purchase the richt-of-way from them. This could be posted somewhere in a prominent City location. The Muirfield Association has done this kind of donation frequently. It is important to acknowledge these donations. Mr. Hammersmith stated that, in the past, letters have been sent to property owners who have donated for items such as shared -use paths. Vice Mayor Amorose Groomes stated this is the beginning of the water and sewer exten,0ion project for the Bright Road area. Is this a trunk line? Mr. Hammersmith clarified this is an extension off of the sanitary sewer trunk that already exists along Emerald Parkway on the north side. For the sanitary sewer side, the City is extending at Grandee Cliffs Drive to the north, with a small leg to the east 190 feet along Bright: Road. On MacBeth, there is an extension from an existing sanitary sewer on MacBE�th Drive going out into Bright Road and 560 feet to the west along Bright Road. In addition, the line will come up Bright Road from Riverside Drive, extending sewer line from Riverside up Bright, which is an extension of an existing sanitary gravity sewer in Riverside Drive. Vice Mayor Amorose Groomes stated this is one of the most important things we do as a City, because it is not known at what point the well drinking water will be safe. It is very important to have solutions available to the residents. The same goes for sewers, which will help to protect the watershed. She appreciates the work done on this project. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of BARRETT BROTHERS - DAYTON, OHIO Held Dublin City Council October 7, 2019 Page 5 of 17 Meeting Form 6101 Mr. Keenan added that very few entities would have the resources to do this. In other communities, these improvements are typically is charged back to the property owners by way of an assessment or tax lien. There will be a second reading/public hearing of Ordinances 49-19 through 52-19 at the October 21 Council meeting. OTHER • Proposed Community Event Permitting Guidelines — CSAC Ms. Baker, Vice Chair, CSAC noted that at Council's direction, CSAC reviewed the City's vetting guidelines and the review process for community event permits. The Commission does recommend approval of the proposed Community Event permitting guidelines, recognizing that the guidelines will need to evolve over time as needs and the landscape chances. Mr. Earman and Ms. LeRoy provided excellent information and the Commission commends all the staff for the contributions they made to this review. She highlighted items that CSAC found to be important: 1„ Currently, the City issues 70 permits for 120 events. Already there has been a 59 percent increase in permit applications over the past five years, and staff expects the number will increase again as Bridge Park is completed and continues to evolve. This has precipitated the need for a review of the guidelines. Ninety-five percent of events are held on weekends, which is important to consider. Tier 2 events are most plentiful, which require significant internal review. 2, The Commission's focus was parallel to the concerns identified initially by Council. These included the negative impacts on the community, costs to the City in addressing unforeseen circumstances, and demands on staff. 1 Highlights of the Commission's support of the draft vetting guidelines or additions made as a result of the discussions include a couple of items: a. That the resident and business impacts be included in terms of burden on the community. b. Timing of application focusing on staff's ability to efficiently address applications and schedule events. c. Costs and availability of City services required of staff, which addresses the extra burdens that would be placed on staff. d. While not listed specifically under guidelines that are publicized, the Commission also supports internal policy, including the need for the flexibility of the review process, an avenue to say "no" to any application; to consider a balance of events or population served as needed; not distinguishing between resident and non-resident requests; and to continue to review ways to streamline staff involvement — for example, street cones could be rented by applicants versus being provided by staff. Also, in anticipating larger event requests at Riverside Crossing to have the park events be non-exclusive. e. The highlights of the vetting process are recommendations that Tier 1 events have internal review; Tier 2 have an internal review with final approval by the City Manager; and that Tier 3 have internal review, City Manager review, with the Public Services Committee of Council charged with the final review and approval or denial. f. The Commission would entertain having the Tier 2 or Tier 3 events brought to them for discussion, but does not want to delay the review process and therefore defers to the standard process as written and presented. She thanked Council for their time and attention. Mr. McDaniel thanked CSAC for all of their hard work. In his review, however, he did not note a minor technical suggestion about the process. At the end of the Tier 3 process, which is review by Public Services Committee, the Committee would make recommendation to Council, based on the Council Rules. Therefore, he would suggest this be modified to indicate that, 'The City Manager will then forward his/her recommendation to thEl. Public Services Committee of Council for additional vetting and recommendation to City Council for final approval or denial." Mayor Peterson asked how many Tier 3 events are held in the City. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of BARRETT BROTHERS - DAYTON, OHIO Held Dublin City Council October 7, 2019 Page 6 of 17 Meeting Form 6101 Ms. Baker responded there are three at present. Mayor Peterson suggested that it may make sense to simply bring the application to Council versus having a Committee review and recommend to Council. Mr. McDaniel stated he believes there is value in having a Committee review in terms of checks and balances regarding such large events. He supports vetting large events in this way. Ms. Baker added that if alcohol is involved, those would also come to Council. Mayor Peterson stated that the motion to adopt the policy would include the language that Mr. McDaniel has suggested about referral to Public Services Committee for recommendation to City Council for final determination. Ms. Fox stated that a concern was raised about staffing on the weekends for events. Does the organizer of the event pay for the staff time needed on weekends and for repair of grounds that are negatively impacted by the event? Mr. McDaniel responded that Ms. LeRoy can address that question. Ms. LeRoy stated that fees are established for Streets & Utilities and Police for events. The organization is responsible for paying those costs. If the City is required to remove trash after an event, the organizer will be charged for that cost. If the City allowed the event to occur during inclement weather and the grounds were impacted, it is the City's responsibility to repair it. In response to a question about permit costs, Ms. LeRoy responded that the Tier 3 permit cost is about $1,500. There are only three Tier 3 events currently. Ms. Fox stated there is no differentiation between resident and non-resident application, correct? Ms. LeRoy responded that is correct. Ms. Alutto asked if there is an event where the organization requests that controversial materials be distributed, is there a method to adjudicate that? Ms. Readler responded that the City cannot judge based on content for rental of facilities. For an event, all of the standard guidelines would be followed. Ms. Alutto asked if there is an opportunity for event permit holders to provide feedback on the process. Ms. LeRoy responded there is not a specific survey in place for event permit holders. Staff does ask for their feedback on their event for future planning. A question could be added about; their opinion of the permitting process. Ms. Fox stated that the guidelines mention feedback from residents — benefits and disadvantages — if residents have feedback, what is the best way to make their comments known? Ms. LeRoy responded they should call Community Events where they track all of this information. Ms. Fox stated that this information is kept on file for future reference, correct? Ms. LE�Roy responded affirmatively. Most of the events are repeat events and a track record exists. Mayor Peterson moved approval of the Community Events Permitting Guidelines as recommended by CSAC, including the amendment suggested by Mr. McDaniel about the Tier 3 review process. Ms. Allutto seconded the motion. Vote on the motion: Ms. Alutto, yes; Ms. De Rosa, yes; Vice Mayor Amorose Groomes, yes; Ms. Fox, yes; Mr. Keenan, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mayor Peterson, yes. Mr. McDaniel noted that the MORPC presentation that was delayed is now ready to proceed. • MORPC Rapid Speed Transportation Initiative (RSTI) Results — Dina Lopez, Strategic Projects Manager Vice Mayor Amorose Groomes, Dublin MORPC Board representative noted that several representatives of MORK are present tonight, including Bea Wolfsheim, Transportation Director and Dina Lopez, Strategic Projects Manager. They are present to introduce the Rapid Speed Transportation Initiative (RSTI) update. Ms. Wolfsheim stated that MORPC has been studying a passenger rail line connecting Chicago to Columbus. Back in 2013, they identified an opportunity with an international RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of BARRETT BROTHERS - DAYTON, OHIO Held Dublin City Council Meeting Form 6101 October 7, 2019 Page 7 of 17 competition for Hyperloop One, now Virgin Hyperloop One for their new technology. They submitted in that competition among 2,600 applicants from around the world, and MORK was selected as one of the 10 to move forward. Since then, MORK has embarked on a study to understand the feasibility of Hyperloop and continue the environmental assessment for the passenger rail component with the assistance of the City of Dublin. Dublin officials joined them on a trip to the Nevada desert where they have been testing the Hyperloop technology. The Hyperloop Pod visited Dublin this summer at the library. They are now on the cusp of what is known as the International Hyperloop Certification Center competition. The Governor has received a letter seeking a site for their final certification. They hope to be high on the list in that competition. She introduced the lead for this project, Dina Lopez who has managed it since the first proposal. She will review some of the findings to date and future steps. Dina Lopez, Strategic Projects Manager, MORK stated they have concluded all of the analysis and have the key findings of both studies from both consultants. • RSTI is Rapid Speed Transportation Initiative. MORK and its members wanted to focus on finding better, faster connections between Chicago and Columbus and Columbus and Pittsburgh. The modes that exist are not efficient, and a mass transportation mode aside from the airplane is needed. So they began to look at passenger rail in 2013 with support of many Central Ohio cities. Once it was decided to look at these modes, they launched two studies — an environmental one to collect what is needed to secure environmental approval from the federal government and a feasibility study to dive deeper into Hyperloop and what it could do for economies. • For the Hyperloop feasibility, they looked at identifying routes and determining if they were feasible. To be feasible, it must be able to attain optimal speeds. What they found to be optimal speeds would be above 450 mph or higher. So they needed to look at corridors and the possibilities of different types of right- of-way. • They also wanted to understand what this could mean to freight, as Central Ohio is known for its logistics and freight movements. This technology could be another layer of attraction for employers in the logistics and freight industry. This garnered the attention of ODOT and the Federal Highway Administration. • They have been looking at mass modes of transportation between Columbus and Chicago since 2013. They have developed good relationships along the corridor with the various city and county jurisdictions and metropolitan planning organizations. They have all entered into memorandums of agreement to explore passenger rail between Columbus and Chicago and the communities along the way. The framework of partnerships was already in place, and so they approached them about Hyperloop and the possibilities. She shared a map of the lines considered for potential passenger rail routes between Columbus/Chicago and Columbus/Pittsburgh. These are all existing right-of-way, and are being used by freight railroad companies. They were looking for alternatives that would not incur major investment costs such as new right-of-way, so the focus is on existing rail rights-of-way. She described the high level study of the route and the new right-of-way needed and existing rail right-of-way. The detailed design and engineering would hone in on the right-of-way needs. • A question asked by the public is why another travel alternative is needed. It is a safety issue, due to the injuries and deaths on the roadways from single occupancy vehicles. A majority of travel between Columbus and Chicago is by single automobile. With inclement weather, Hyperloop would be a contained environment and not impacted by weather as would rail or trucks. There is limited space in terms of how many lanes can be built for highways. With an increasing younger population in the region, millennials want more choices for travel. In terms of economic development, Hyperloop would be the mode and type of transportation that would incentivize different types of mixed development. • For passenger rail, what they looked at were the rail rights-of-way that could sustain up to 110 mph speeds for trains, provided the appropriate investments RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of _ Dublin City Council Meeting BARRETT BROTHERS - DAYTON, OHIO Form 6101 Held October 7, 2019 Page 8 of 17 and improvements are made to the rail right-of-way as funding allows. The trains would be electronic locomotives and the train cars could be added on demand, depending upon capacity and need. • She described the Hyperloop — a low pressure tube, contained environment that works by electromagnetic propulsion. It is autonomously controlled and is on demand. It can therefore move faster and more frequently, not requiring stops station to station. There would be separate pods for different destinations. • Virgin Hyperloop One is the most advanced in this particularly technology at this time. It is the only company that has a test track. They have been able to reach 250 mph on their half kilometer test track and have cleared all of their milestones. The next step is a certification track of five to ten miles where they would refine the right-of-way construction needs as well as the technology itself. Several groups have visited the test track. • Both the environmental study for passenger rail and the Hyperloop feasibility study have looked at screening criteria for the route. She shared the considerations. The route alternatives were looked at in terms of limiting tunneling and elevated components due to the higher costs for those. • They also looked at station criteria and the best location for the stations. She shared a rendering of a Hyperloop station. Key Findings of Studies • In terms of the market, they looked at future ridership and cargo that could be moved by this mode. The finding was that there is a market for this technology. • They looked at employment, as much travel between Chicago and Columbus is business related. She shared the 2015 employment numbers and the projected 2040 employment, which is significant across every city. There are adequate jobs to sustain this corridor. • She shared a photo of the route. The line between Chicago and Lima was completed by the Northeast Indiana Passenger Rail Association who retained another consultant in 2017 and did the first portion of environmental work for the passenger rail project. Based on what was already done, their focus was on Lima to Pittsburgh and having one deliverable. • They also looked at potential stations, including in the City of Dublin. They met with City staff to review two potential locations. The preferred location is off of SR 161 and is near the train tracks. If both modes can be done, the same stations can be used for both. Hyperloop Findings • They were able to find a feasible route that was able to maintain an average of 500 mph optimal speed across the corridor. • They tried to see if this could all be done within existing rail or road right-of-way, but that is not possible. Some new right-of-way will be needed; some tunneling will be needed; and some elevated portions will be required. • They did a preliminary cost -benefit analysis and found that $300 billion in overall economic benefits could be achieved, based on new industries across the corridor. Nineteen billion dollars are the direct transportation benefits over 30 years and includes: o Travel time savings — auto/truck - five hours; air — three hours; the Hyperloop from Chicago to Columbus would take about 40 minutes. O Fare costs, calculated on the basis of $.20 per mile and adding value of time formulas. A trip from Chicago to Columbus on Hyperloop at this time is estimated at about $60. o Environmental sustainability — emission savings. Going from car to Hyperloop would bring about $127 million in emission savings alone over 30 years. • She shared a visual of the route alternatives, including at grade, elevated and a combination of bridging and tunneling. Topography determines the need for bridging, tunneling and the elevated routes. • She shared a rendering created by one of the partners for Virgin Hyperloop One. Other renderings are available to share, as well. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of Dublin City Council Meeting BARRETT BROTHERS - DAYTON, OHIO Form 6101 Held October 7, 2019 Page 9 of 17 Next Steps • After public official debriefs, once comments and questions are collected and documents finalized, public meetings will be held in 2020. • They will apply for a VHO certification segment project, which is a research and development opportunity that presents potential for the region. • They also recognize the need to create a travel demand advisory panel of public agencies, academic institutions, and other federal and state agencies. • There is no regulatory framework for this, so they have been working with ODOT and other agencies to look for opportunities. • They look forward to continuing collaboration and facilitating this project as a possibility for Central Ohio. She offered to respond to questions. Mr. Reiner stated he cannot envision eliminating rail at any future time. He is not familiar with the dimensions of the railroad right-of-way that would allow Hyperloop to exist next to railisIs she aware of how much right-of-way the railroads have acquired that would allow building a Hyperloop along the existing rail? Ms. Lopez responded that those are the types of discussion they are engaged in currently. Ms. Alutto asked if the cost estimates include maintenance costs. What are those projected to be compared to roadway maintenance? Ms. Lopez responded that they are still developing the technology, and the operating costs are not yet known. Ms. Alutto stated that if all went really well, what would the timeline be for actual completion of any portion of this. Ms. V1/olfsheim responded that in talking with Virgin Hyperloop One about the possibilities of working with them, and provided the funding was in place, the start of a project like this could occur in the mid -2020s. To build out to Chicago or Pittsburgh would likely be 2040-2050. Regional connections would be needed to show the benefit of this long term, so they would expect to see connections within the region. Vice Mayor Amorose Groomes suggested she comment about the construction currently underway overseas. Ms. Wolfsheim stated they are working in India on a 100 mile route, and construction has begun. Full construction is expected by 2022 for that project. They want to break ground on the international test facility in the U.S. — certification facility — in 2023-2024. Ms. Alutto asked if the employees who work on this would be employees of the company. Who would be operating this? Ms. "folfsheim responded that she assumes the projects would be bid and would seek labor Forces in the region. Ms. Alutto asked who the employees would work for. Ms. Wolfsheim responded that the contractor awarded the project would be their employer. Ms. Alutto stated there are likely many jobs associated with building this project. Do they have projections? This is a long-term project. Ms. Wolfsheim responded it is not just one project, but would be a system — similar to the highway system in order to be effective. Absent that, it is simply a monorail. Vice Mayor Amorose Groomes added that much will be learned from the construction underway overseas about maintenance, etc. There are also many materials that could be utilized to construct the tube, and where they would be fabricated is yet to be determined. She appreciates the work done to date. Much like the interstate highway systern, a lot of work was required over a long period of time. This country has not seen any new form of transportation in over 100 years. This is the first real opportunity to progress in that space. She met with the Director of NTSB at the Transportation Research Center last week and they are working diligently on trying to become the testing grounds for the safety certifications for this type of transportation. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of Dublin City Council Meeting BARRETT BROTHERS - DAYTON, OHIO Form 6101 Held October 7, 2019 Page 10 of 17 Ms. Lopez added that many of the questions about maintenance and operations will be informed once the certification track is in place. It is important to see this as research and development for a mode that is coming. This is not meant to be a replacement mode, but a supplemental system. Ms. Alutto stated that she knows there are environmental, cargo and people impacts and she is very excited to see what is coming. She appreciates this information being shared. Ms. Fox asked if they desire to have rail and Hyperloop together, or do they prefer Hypeirloop alone. Ms. Lopez responded that the focus of the RSTI is better connections. There are lots of advoc=acy groups for both modes. For them, it is about what makes sense economically and for this region. Personally, she prefers to have choices regarding transportation. Ms. Fox asked if the prototype is successful and certification is secured to move forward, and if funds were available sooner, would this occur sooner than expected? Ms. Lopez responded that if all is aligned in the right way, it could certainly come sooner than expected. Vice Mayor Amorose Groomes added that this region is in competition with 10 other potential routes. One was St. Louis to Kansas City, and they were utilizing the I-70 corridor. Not all are looking at utilizing railway corridors; some are looking at other corridors. Having to acquire easements for an entire project would be cost prohibitive. Mayor Peterson thanked them for sharing this information. • Review of the City's General Fund Balance Policy (Ordinance 32-16) Mr. St. -iffier stated that the current policy requires a General Fund balance of no less than 50 percent of the General Fund expenditures and was adopted in September of 2016. This codified the City's long-standing practice of following such a policy. As part of that policy, it is to be reviewed and reaffirmed every three years. Staff is therefore requesting action from Council: 1. Reaffirm the current General Fund policy by motion. 2. Refer the policy to Finance Committee for additional review. 3. Direct staff to add this policy to the agenda for the upcoming operating budget workshop. He asked for Council input. Mayor Peterson proposed that Council adopt the first option of reaffirming the current General Fund policy. Ms. De Rosa stated her question relates to the excess funds as referenced in Section 7. This indicates that at the end of the year, if the General Fund balance were to exceed 75 percent of the actual expenditures for the year, 25 percent of the amount in excess of 75 percent will be transferred to the Capital Improvement Tax Fund. Has this been done in the pest? Mr. Stiffler recalls this has occurred a couple of times and transfers made on at least two occasions. However, when a planned expenditure for a capital asset would bring that General Fund balance down, the transfer was not done. It is an option and it has been both Ekxercised and waived, depending upon the activities planned in the CIP. Ms. De Rosa stated that the intent of this provision is to utilize the excess balance versus simply continuing to grow the fund, correct? Mr. McDaniel responded affirmatively. However, this policy was enacted only three years ago, so there has not been a lot of experience with that particular portion. It has been a standing policy for the reserves, but the policy was formalized only three years ago and this provision added. Mr. KE�enan suggested a portion of the language could be modified: "At the end of each fiscal year, to the extent that the General Fund Balance exceeds 750/0 of the actual expenditures for the year, the Director of Finance may transfer 25% of the amount in excess of 75% to the Capital Improvement Tax Fund." This would provide Council with the flexibility they are seeking. Ms. DEQ Rosa stated that she supports the "may" language versus the "will" language. Perhaps clarification is needed about the intent of the language as adopted previously. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of Dublin City Council BARRETT BROTHERS - DAYTON, OHIO Held October 7, 2019 Page 11 of 17 Meetinz Form 6101 Mr. McDaniel noted that the following sentence indicates, "Upon the recommendation by the City Manager, City Council may elect to transfer an amount in excess of 25%. The use of the transferred funds shall be consistent with the goals and policies of the Capital Improvement Tax Fund." Ms. Cie Rosa stated that using the term "may" in both portions would be consistent. It provides some flexibility, but does utilize the excess General Fund balance monies for a needed purpose. Mayor Peterson asked if a motion is needed to amend the language in the policy. Ms. R.eadler responded that the amendment can be referenced with Council's action. Mr. McDaniel recalled that it was very intentional to include the language "Director of Finance wi//transfer" and that Ms. Mumma was adamant about that language. Mr. Keenan noted that Council has the prerogative to change this direction at any time. Mr. McDaniel noted that the intent was to ensure the transfer of that excess to the Capital Improvement Tax Fund. Ms. Cie Rosa stated that she believes it is desirable to have a policy that provides flexibility. Mr. McDaniel stated that staff's intent was that decisions to do otherwise would be the exception. Discussion continued. Mr. McDaniel stated that he will research the record to clarify the intent of that language. It is Council's discretion to modify this, of course. Mayor Peterson stated that the language as written makes sense — that the Director of Finance will transfer the excess is the rule and that Council may step in and suspend that rule if so desired. Mayor Peterson asked if Council want to reaffirm the existing policy, given this information. Mr. Keenan responded he supports this. Mr. McDaniel stated that the policy was enacted in response to feedback from the bond ratings agencies about adopting policies and making decisions by exception as needed. Ms. De Rosa stated that it would be helpful to have some clarity about the intent. Mr. McDaniel suggested that Council table this so that the records can be gathered. Mr. Keenan moved to table this item. Ms. Alutto seconded the motion. Vote on the motion: Ms. Fox, yes; Mr. Keenan, yes; Mayor Peterson, yes; Ms. De Rosa, yes; Vice Mayor Amorose Groomes, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Ms. Alutto, yes. • Historic Dublin Visioning Strategy Mr. McDaniel stated that in the last Council packet was staff's recommended approach to Council's goal of establishing a vision for Historic Dublin. This goal also mentioned the possibility of establishing a task force. Staff recommends Council appoint a task force of key stakeholders to assist with this visioning process and that the task force use Heritage Ohio's Downtown Assessment Resource Team (DART) visit to provide an initial facilitated visioning process. The cost of the DART visit is $5,000 and includes two community visits, an organizational plan, community visioning exercise, task force visioning exercise, strategic recommendation and includes a one-year affiliated Dublin membership in the Main ;'3treet program. Staff has provided more detailed information in the packet about the DART process. Should Council support this recommendation, staff would be seeking direction regarding the authorization to engage Heritage Ohio for $5,000 for the DART visit; and direction to bring back a resolution at the next meeting to establish the Task Force and appoint the members. The composition of the task force was suggested in the memo, but he welcomes any suggestions from Council. This would also include a recommended Chair and Vice Chair and direction and deadlines for the task force. Staff recommends the appointment of the task force for a period of one year, similar to previous task forces established by the City. Mayor Peterson suggested these components be addressed separately. The concept of engaging Heritage Ohio for a cost of $5,000 for a DART visit — is there Council feedback? Ms. Fox doesn't disagree with utilizing Heritage Ohio and Main Street program, and it has great potential for the business aspect of downtown. Her concern is more holistic — the first step should be a community conversation. The stakeholder group identified consist RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of Dublin City Council Meeting BARRETT BROTHERS - DAYTON, OHIO Form 6101 Held October 7, 2019 Page 12 of 17 mainly of those in the Historic District. The community as a whole needs to be engaged through a town hall meeting, or a speaker who leads discussion about the desires for the heart of the town. Many changes for the good have occurred in the downtown, but those can change the character of downtown. Heritage Ohio and Main Street USA are more focused on economic development. A conversation is needed as the first step to give guidance about the community's vision for the downtown. Mr. McDaniel clarified that the City is simply seeking a third -party facilitator for this effort. It is riot about only economic development, but also the broader visioning. The task force would keep the movement going, create action plans, etc. The focus on having a DART is that an outside group facilitates it. Ms. Fox reiterated that the broader community conversation needs to occur at the outset, not at the end of the process. She is not opposed to bringing in a third party like Heritage Ohio after that conversation occurs. Ms. Cie Rosa stated that in looking at the makeup of the task force, there are two residE�nts in that entire group. Residents from outside the Historic District need to be included as well. The Historic District is a treasure for the whole community, so it is important to have enough resident voices involved. Vice Mayor Amorose Groomes agreed, noting that in particular, adjacent residential areas like Waterford, Llewellyn Farms, Indian Run representatives could be included. Mr. McDaniel stated that Heritage Ohio recommends a group of about 18. Whatever direction Council wants to pursue is what will be done. Two HOA representatives from other than the Historic District are included, and that can be expanded. Ms. Cie Rosa stated she assumes the ARB and DCVB would have input into this process. It is important to have representation of all of the community and to have presentations and discussions. Having new voices involved would be valuable and appreciated by the community. Overall, this is a very good plan. She is simply suggesting some changes to the composition. Ms. Alutto agreed that additional representation from the residents who are not necessarily HOA leadership is important. It would be nice to have some new voices involved in this effort. Mr. McDaniel stated that if Council is supportive of establishing the task force, staff can return with an appointing resolution that would include more representation from the residEints. Council can then determine how they would like this to be structured. Mayor Peterson noted that in reviewing the proposed schedule, it is valuable to have a third -party facilitator. At the end of the first day of the DART visit, there is a community visioning session. Is that open to the public and will that be advertised? Mr. McDaniel responded that the community visioning is a singular session in an evening to bring in the greater community. The intent is to move the process forward and generate ideas at the outset of the process. The task force would then continue to formullate that and would likely invite more input from the public in more sessions. The other value with this is bringing in outside facilitators who have done this in other communities and can share their experience and perspective. The City has had much success with other task forces and citizen -run committees. Ms. Fox stated that having a third party is great, but it is important for the community to understand why they are being brought in and what the objectives are. The conversation must include not only economic development, but visioning about the character of the Historic District. Mr. McDaniel stated that when a task force is established by the City, the intent is to be short-term, have a specific mission and give specific direction. He encouraged Council members to e-mail him any ideas about the language in the resolution. Mayor Peterson stated that the DART process could kick this off, the task force established, a community vision session scheduled — and additional community input sessions could be included as well. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of BARRETT BROTHERS - DAYTON, OHIO Held Dublin City Council October 7, 2019 Page 13 of 17 Meeting Form 6101 Ms. Fox added that it is important that the community know that this is just the beginning of community conversations, including various speakers, town halls that will give Council direction about the expectations of the community about growth, character, traffic, etc. Ms. Cie Rosa noted that in terms of the composition of the task force, everyone on the suggested list has an important and unique perspective. It is important to have enough resident perspective included, as well. Mayor Peterson agreed, noting it should be opened up so that the community can participate if they desire to do so. Both the task force members and the community have important roles. This Council and this City has been very supportive of the Historic District and historic preservation, etc. There are many complicated issues involved with historic preservation, and all may not agree on what they desire to have. The conversation is important in order to come up with a solution. Mr. Keenan added that a cross-section of community participants is needed, but it is important not to have a task force be too large. When it is too large, it is difficult to manage. Ms. Die Rosa agreed, noting that she would favor having more residents in the composition versus some of the others for this particular task force. Mayor Peterson added that advertising and communicating that the meetings are taking place is extremely important, as well as adding more meetings if needed. Mayor Peterson moved to authorize staff to engage Heritage Ohio at a cost of $5,000 to conduct a DART visit. Mr. Reiner seconded the motion. Vote on the motion: Ms. Alutto, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Vice Mayor Amorose Groomes, yes; Ms. Fox, yes; Mayor Peterson, yes; Mr. Keenan, yes; Ms. De Rosa, yes. Mayor Peterson moved to establish a task force or steering committee with repre.43entation as suggested in the memo, with specific individuals yet to be determined. Ms. De Rosa noted she is looking for a little different composition, in deference to and in agreement with Mr. Keenan's point that a group that is too large is not desired. The composition may need some tweaking, as discussed tonight, to include more residents. Mr. KE2enan stated that Mr. McDaniel has heard this discussion and can proceed to suggE,kst more residents for more perspective. Mayor Peterson withdrew his previous motion. Mayor Peterson moved to establish a task force or steering committee as proposed in the memo with a revised category "m" — "HOA Reps from other than Historic District (2)" to state "Community representatives from other than Historic District (5)."" Mr. McDaniel stated this was his first effort at suggesting stakeholders. Given this conversation, he recommends removing ARB, Dublin Chamber, Dublin Library, Dublin Community Church, and Dublin Schools as their input can be received through other channels and they can attend the meetings and give input. Those representatives would be replaced with community residents. Mayor Peterson suggested that instead of one representative from each of these entities, perhaps having 11 additional individuals to be determined at the next meeting would make sense. He summarized the composition: a. Historic District Building/land owners (3) b. Historic District Business owners (3) c. Historic Dublin residents — one from South Riverview and one from Franklin Street d. Eleven additional members to be determined, based on a list to be brought forth by staff who will receive input from Council members This will provide 18 members. Ms. Fox agreed. Mayor Peterson suggested in regard to the timeline that advertisement to the community about a community visioning session and how that will be done should be included. Mr. McDaniel responded that staff can bring forward a communications plan, together with the resolution to establish the task force. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of Dublin City Council Meeting -- g BARRETT BROTHERS - DAYTON, OHIO Held October 7, 2019 Page 14 of 17 Form 6101 Mr. McDaniel clarified that some of the entities proposed in the composition in the memo could potentially be part of the 11 additional members recommended. Mayor Peterson stated those entities could certainly be considered as among the 11 potential names. Mr. McDaniel asked that Council members e-mail him any input regarding the membership. Mayor Peterson summarized that the first three categories identified should be represented, and the remaining 11 will be determined, based on Council input to the City Manager. Mayor Peterson moved to establish the task force for one year, with representation from the three categories (a, b, c) set forth as outlined tonight, and (d) 11 additional members to be determined by Council. Mr. McDaniel asked if Council wants to appoint the Chair and Vice Chair, or leave that to the discretion of the task force. Vice Mayor Amorose Groomes suggested that Council appoint a Chair and Vice Chair as the structure will be very important for the group to be successful. Mayor Peterson stated that the Chair and Vice Chair appointments will be made in the member appointments in the resolution. Mr. McDaniel stated he plans to bring the resolution forward at the October 21 Council meeting. Mr. Reiner seconded the motion. Vote on the motion: Ms. Alutto, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Vice Mayor Amorose Groomes, yes; Ms. Fox, yes; Mayor Peterson, yes; Mr. Keenan, yes; Ms. De Rosa, yes. STAFF COMMENTS Mr. McDaniel reported the following: • Art in Public Places project — site selection The City budgets $75,000 annually for the Art in Public Places project, and these monies are held within the hotel -motel tax funds. For various reasons, this budget has not been expended for four years, and there exists a balance of $300,000 in that fund currently for this purpose. The Art in Public Places site selection policy was posted in the Boardpaq librart for Council's reference. Staff recommends that Council direct staff and Council's DAC liaison, per the policy, to proceed in working with the Dublin Arts Council staff to begin the process of identifying potential Art in Public Places sites, as well as possible themE�s and mediums that could be placed in those locations, for Council's consideration. Ms. Crandall clarified that Council selects the site, and then the Arts Council proceeds with the call for artists and formation of a committee to review the proposals, etc. Mr. Keenan stated this is a good opportunity for a substantial project, given the four years of funding now available for this purpose. Vice Mayor Amorose Groomes added that a couple of nice projects are possible, given the total amount available. Mr. McDaniel credited Ms. Crandall for development of the policy regarding site selection. In response to a question from Ms. Fox, the Public Arts Strategic Plan was reviewed by the Public Services Committee and another review at the Committee is needed before it mover forward to Council. Part of this Plan includes a Public Arts Commission being established. The Art in Public Places site selection could begin under the current process in place and would not involve a Public Arts Commission until the next AIPPP. Mr. Keenan added that former Ohio Poet Laureate, Dr. Amit Majmudar shared his work at the State of the City a few years ago. He suggested this poem could be incorporated into a future AIPPP. There would be ample opportunity in Riverside Crossing Park and many other locations. Mayor Peterson clarified that a motion from Council is needed to initiate the process for site selection for the next AIPPP. Mayor Peterson moved to initiate the process for site selection for the next Art in Public Places Project. Mr. Keenan seconded the motion. Vote on the motion: Vice Mayor Amorose Groomes, yes; Ms. Alutto, yes; Mr. Keenan, yes; Ms. Fox, yes; Ms. De Rosa, yes; Mayor Peterson, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of Dublin City Council Meeting BARRETT BROTHERS - DAYTON, OHIO Held October 7, 2019 Page 15 of 17 Form 6101 • Brandon Pond Restoration Project Mr. McDaniel announced that on Saturday, October 19 from 9 a.m. to noon, staff will host an opportunity for residents at Brandon Pond to help with this restoration project. • Ms. Crandall — Selection as Hilliard City Manager Mr. McDaniel congratulated Ms. Crandall on her selection as Hilliard's first City Manager. Hilliard is transitioning their form of government to the Council/Manager plan and she possesses the right skillset to help the community through this process. She will begin working in her new position in January of 2020. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS Vice Mayor Amorose Groomes, Administrative Committee stated that staff discussions occurred today and an Administrative Committee is now scheduled on the Council calendar for Wednesday, November 13 at 4 p.m. Mr. Reiner, Community Development Committee reported the Committee will meet on Wednesday, October 9 from 5-7 p.m. Ms. A,I utto, Public Services Committee reported the Committee will meet on Wednesday, October 9, immediately following the Community Development Committee. Ms. De Rosa, COTA Board representative reported she had the opportunity to join staff at the annual COTA luncheon last week. The major announcement was that COTA is introducing an electronic payment system for bus fares. This is another option they have added. COTA continues to work with SmartColumbus to make a variation of that particular electronic payment ubiquitous across different types of transportation payment. She will continue to update Council on the progress. Ms. Cie Rosa, LUC Regional Planning Commission noted she mentioned previously that she joined Dublin staff and others in a meeting about ODOT's plans to build a vision for the US 33 Corridor. The kick-off meeting for that was a couple of weeks ago. It is part of looking at what Ohio is calling the "Access Ohio 2040 Plan" — essentially, what we want the US 33 Corridor, from a transportation perspective, to look like in 2040. She is pleased to be working with colleagues on this and will continue to update Council. Ms. Die Rosa, NW 33 Innovation Corridor reported they will meet next week. Mr. Reiner, Dublin Arts Council liaison reported that in follow-up to the Field of Corn Anniversary celebration, the DAC will host "Flow — an Arts and Wellness Discovery Event" on October 12 at the DAC from 11-3 p.m. He noted that as part of this event, he will give a lecture and will share information about juicing. He added that t -shirts have been distributed to Council from the Field of Corn anniversary event. He thanked the DAC for the shirts. Ms. Fox, Dublin Bridges liaison reported that Jill Kranstuber and Sarah Savage of Dublin Bridges were inducted into the Dublin City Schools Hall of Fame last month — a deserving recognition for the amazing job they have done. They recently collected Halloween costunnes for students in need of them. As a reminder, you can subscribe on their website and make regular donations to Dublin Bridges, spreading kindness in the community. In addition, there is a donation opportunity available specifically for personal care items for students in Dublin Schools. COUNCIL ROUNDTABLE Ms. De Rosa: • Congratulated Ms. Crandall on her new position! • Noted she was able to talk with the Field of Corn artist, Malcolm Cochran at the anniversary event, learning about the history of the project. It was a wonderful event and fun to watch the children interact with the sculptures! • Congratulations also to Grizzell Middle School upon their 25th anniversary. It was a wonderful event and congratulations to Principal Evans! RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of Dublin City Council Meeting BARRETT BROTHERS - DAYTON, OHIO Held October 7, 2019 Page 16 of 17 Form 6101 • Thanked staff for the update on the roundabout statistics and the enhancements made to improve safety. There was a comment at the end of the memo about more continued improvements, and she is interested in hearing about those continuous improvements — as residents have inquired about this. • In regard to the private streets memo, it speaks of those that have been converted. Was there an inventory of all private streets included? Ms. O'Callaghan responded there was a slide presentation included with all of that information. Ms. De Rosa asked how many private streets exist in the City. Ms. O'Callaghan responded there are only seven. Some of what people believe are private streets are actually private drives. Mr. Reiner: • Congratulated Ms. Crandall on her new position. It is a compliment to staff and the City's leadership that other communities want to hire Dublin staff! Mr. Keenan: • Congratulated Ms. Crandall, as well. His family moved to Hilliard in 1952 and can share information about their history! Ms. A.lutto: • Added her congratulations to Ms. Crandall! • Had the opportunity over the weekend to attend the 150th birthday celebration of Mahatma Gandhi through the Gandhi Memorial Society. They sponsored an essay contest related to Gandhi's message of non-violence, love and public discourse and how this is relevant in today's society. They had 100 essays submitted and two were selected from each of the high schools as finalists, with one grand prize winner of $1,000. This was a great honor, and congratulations to all of the essay winners! Thank you for the opportunity to attend this enjoyable event. Vice Mayor Amorose Groomes: • Reported she attended several HOA meetings throughout the City over the past couple of months. The Code Enforcement staff did a great job of representing the City at the meetings. Some questions were raised about the Fallen Timbers roundabout and the Post Road pedestrian crossing, but she will contact Ms. O'Callaghan about these separately. There were also questions for Code Enforcement raised about the vacant land by Corbins Mill. • She, too, attended the Dublin Post Office celebration of Gandhi's 150th birthday with the commemorative postmark cancellation available in his honor. This was well attended and Dublin was one of the few post offices that had the opportunity to do this. • Gave a shout -out to the students at Deer Run Elementary! She visited the students this week and they had wonderful questions about all things relative to city government. • In the packet was an information only item regarding the recent trip to Japan, highlighting some of the events. It was a good trip and a privilege to participate. It was a great opportunity to spend time with the Governor to share any concerns as well as information about what is happening in Dublin. Mayor Peterson: • Thanked Mr. Guion and the Dublin Arts Council for all that they do in the community. They add a great deal to our City and he is very appreciative of their efforts. He also thanked Mr. Reiner for his service as the Council representative to the DAC, noting the DAC enriches the community. • Wished Ms. Crandall the best in her new position, noting he is confident she will do a fantastic job for Hilliard. She will be much missed, but she will be in Dublin until January. Hilliard is very fortunate to have selected her! ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 9:20 p.m. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of Dublin City Council BARRETT BROTHERS - DAYTON, OHIO Held October 7, 2019 -- II payor —Presiding Officer Clerk of Council Page 17 of 17 Meeting Form 6101