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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-26-21 Council MinutesRECORD OF DPROCEEDINGS Minutes of un Meeting Held July 26, 2021 CALL TO ORDER 20 Mayor Amorose Groomes called the Monday, July 26, 2021 Regular Meeting of Dublin City Council to order at 7:00 p.m. ROLL CALL Present were Mayor Amorose Groomes, Vice Mayor De Rosa, Ms. Alutto, Ms. Fox, Mr. Keeler, Mr. Peterson and Mr. Reiner. Staff members present were Mr. McDaniel, Ms. Readler, Ms. Rauch, Ms. O'Callaghan, Mr. Ranc, Ms. Ochletree, Mr. Earman, Mr. Ashford, Mr. Rogers, Mr. Hammersmith, Mr. Farrar, Ms. Weisenauer, Mr. Dearth, Ms. Gilger and Chief Paez. Also present: Sean Clifton, Retired Master Sergeant; Purple Heart Honor Guard for the Purple Heart City Ceremony; and Brice Harrison, VanTrust. SPECIAL PRESENTATION The Miitary Order of the Purple Heart Honor Guard posted the colors during the Purple Heart ceremony. The City of Dublin was recognized as a Purple Heart City in honor of our residents who have been recipients of the Purple Heart Medal. This medal is presented to service members who have been wounded or killed as a result of enemy action while serving in the U.S. Military. The Purple Heart Honor Guard led in the Pledge of Allegiance after posting the colors. Mayor Amorose Groomes read the Purple Heart City Proclamation, which included the announcement that August 7th every year hereafter will be "Purple Heart Day" in the City of Dublin. Mr. Jerry Ferris, State of Ohio Commander of the Military Order of the Purple Heart, presented City Council with a plaque recognizing that Dublin is now a Purple Heart City. Mr. Ferris read the plaque. Mr. Ferris gave the history of the "Challenge Coins." He stated that it is an honor to have these coins and that the Purple Heart Honor Guard would be presenting each member of City Council with a coin. Mayor Amorose Groomes invited Mr. Sean Clifton, Retired Master Sergeant, to come forward for comments. Mr. Clifton thanked Council and the Veterans Committee for their support. He also thanked the Military Order of the Purple Heart Honor Guard for their presentation, City Manager and retired General Dana McDaniel for his support and Council Member Alutto for her assistance in getting this recognition for the City. Mr. Clifton shared the story of the events surrounding his receiving his Purple Heart Medal. He shared that he is honored to serve as an Army veteran representative to the Veterans Committee. He stated that he considers it to be his personal project to honor Purple Heart recipients and have Dublin recognized as a Purple Heart City. Mr. Clifton stated that July 26 is a special day; not only is it his mother's birthday, but it was on this day in 2009 when he was released from Walter Reed Hospital in Washington D.C. after his near fatal combat injuries. As a survivor, he is driven to ensuring that those who were serving their country, and were wounded or killed, be remembered and honored. The Purple Heart designation shown around the City is a "welcome" sign to veterans. He stated that his mission to honor those who could not come home from combat will continue. CITIZEN COMMENTS The following citizen comments were received: • Bobby Weston, 3247 Rossbury Ct., stated that he is a founding member of Rainbow Dublin. Rainbow Dublin is the City's first and only LGBT advocacy group. His stated that he is aware that the City has appointed two LGBTQ Liaisons, Officer McCloskey and Mr. Rayburn, with specific responsibilities. One of those responsibilities is meeting with business owners and community members of the LGBT community to identify unique needs and solicit feedback on relavent laws, policies and services. He has spoken with Officer McCloskey Minutes of Held RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Dublin City Council Meeting uy 26, 20 1 Page of 12 20 and Mr. Rayburn and they are in agreement that we need a non-discrimination ordinance. When Council passed a Resolution a few years ago supporting the Ohio Fairness Act, nothing has been done since. A resolution is not action. He invited City Council and all community members to Dublin's first "Coming Out Party" on August 8. He stated that Rainbow Dublin's number one goal is to craft a non-discrimination ordinance. Ajmeri Hoque, 4237 Crayton Court, stated that she is present as an ally of Rainbow Dublin. With a non-discrimination ordinance, Dublin would be sending the message that this is a safe and equitable community. This would bring Dublin in line with the 33 other cities who have already passed a non- discriminatory ordinance. This is part of the societal evolution and that this is everyone's home. • Debbie Marks, 2979 Black Kettle Trail, provided statistics regarding the elevated risks to the mental health of the LGBTQ community, especially adolescents. She also stated that there is an elevated risk of substance abuse as the members of this community try to cope with the stress of feeling unloved, unwanted and unaccepted. A recent school survey stated that 85% of LGBTQ students reported being harassed at school. She stated that she is focusing on mental health because many of the adolescents that she works with suffer from depression. She stated that she is concerned that these talented individuals will take their skills and move to more accepting communities where their rights will be protected. The percentage of Fortune 500 companies with policies protecting the LGBTQ community from discrimination grew from 4% in 1996 to over 91% in 2019. She requested that City Council join our neighboring communities in doing what is right. • Brian Smith, 6683 Firenza Place, stated he is a father of a non -binary adult, a member of PFLAG and a supporter of the LGBTQ community. In order for Dublin to be the best community, everyone must have the opportunity to live their authentic lives. A non-discrimination ordinance would level the playing field and let the LGBTQ community know that you are an ally. He asked City Council to bring forward and approve a non-discrimination ordinance. • Jaron Terry, 6683 Firenza Place, stated she is the mother of an LGBTQ community member and she is also the president of the Board of Directors of PFLAG of Columbus. PFLAG is a national organization that was founded in 1972. The PFLAG Columbus chapter provides education and support for the families and community of LGBTQ persons. She would like Dublin to enact a non-discrimination ordinance (NDO). Local municipalities must provide protections for their residents. She commended Council for the work they have done so far. She applauded the City in the formation of two task forces who will be recommending an NDO. She stated that she would like to see Dublin improve their HRC -MEI score. • Angela Pinney, 5329 Roscommon Road, stated that she loves Dublin and her family loves Dublin. She stated that in the area of diversity and inclusion we are falling short. There are associates and employees that have high expectations of what a city offers to them. We want to stay competitive and make this a place the younger generation wants to stay. She encouraged City Council to pass a non-discrimination ordinance. • Michael Haynes, 5329 Roscommon Road, stated that he is a Dublin resident and parent and he encouraged City Council to pass a non-discrimination ordinance. He would like everyone to feel accepted and welcomed. • Peggy Kiltx, 7568 Ashlord Court, complimented Council on the North Pool. She stated that this new facility [Council Chamber building] is impressive and inviting. She thanked the Chief for helping with the Pride Walk. She stated it was wonderfully affirming to all LGBTQ people. She stated that her teenager felt welcomed and included at that event like they have not before. She encouraged City Council to adopt a non-discrimination ordinance. • Susan Swyt, 7356 Tullymore Drive, stated that she is here as a longtime resident. She thanked the veterans for their service. She stated that she feels companies want to move to a community that has protections in place for their RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of Dublin City Council (30VEHNMLN1 FORMS & SUPPLIES 844-224-3338 FORM NO. 10148 Held 20 employees and can attract talent. She stated that through inaction, Dublin is forcing our economic development staff to have to compete with cities who have already passed a non-discrimination ordinance. She stated that communities that focus on equity do bring in more corporate citizens. Mayor Amorose Groomes thanked those who came forward to speak tonight. She stated that Council is looking forward to seeing the report and hearing the recommendations of the Community Task Force. CONSENT AGENDA • Approval of Minutes of June 28, 2021 Regular Meeting • Notice to Legislative Authority for a Request for a New C2 Liquor Permit for East West Sisters LLC, dba Blowout Bar, 6792 Perimeter Loop Road, Dublin, Ohio 43017. There was no request from Council to remove an item from the Consent Agenda. Mr. Reiner moved for approval of the Consent Agenda. Mr. Keeler seconded the motion. Vote on the motion: Ms. Alutto, yes; Mr. Peterson, yes; Vice Mayor De Rosa, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mayor Amorose Groomes, yes; Mr. Keeler, yes; Ms. Fox, yes. SECOND READING/ PUBLIC HEARING - ORDINANCES Ordinance 26-21 Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Easement along Riverside Drive with American Electric Power (AEP) for the Installation of Underground Electric Facilities. Mr. Hammersmith stated that there have been no changes to this Ordinance from first reading. Additional information regarding the screening was provided in the packet at Council's request. In response to Mayor Amorose Groomes' question regarding whether or not these would be put in a vault, Mr. Hammersmith stated that AEP does not like to put switches in vaults. Vote on the Ordinance: Mr. Reiner, yes; Mr. Peterson, yes; Mayor Amorose Groomes, yes; Mr. Keeler, yes; Vice Mayor De Rosa, yes; Ms. Fox, yes; Ms. Alutto, yes. Mayor Amorose Groomes moved to waive Council Rules of Order to consider Ordinances 27-21, 28-21 and 29-21 together. Ms. Alutto seconded. Vote on the motion: Ms. Fox, yes; Ms. Alutto, yes; Mr. Keeler, yes; Mayor Amorose Groomes, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Vice Mayor De Rosa, yes; Mr. Peterson, yes. Ordinance 27-21 Authorizing the City Manager to Execute and Accept Necessary Conveyance Documents and Contracts to Acquire Certain Property Located at 7348 Riverside Drive, identified as Franklin County Parcel Number 273-008387-00 from Chad R. Geyer and Jennifer M. Geyer, husband and wife, for the Public Purpose of Constructing a New Water Line Extension, and a Shared —Use Path which shall be Open to the Public Without Charge. Ordinance 28-21 Authorizing the City Manager to Execute and Accept Necessary Conveyance Documents and Contracts to Acquire Certain Property Located at 7300 Riverside Drive, identified as Franklin County Parcel Number 273-008735-00 from Joseph E. Curran and Beth K. Curran, husband and wife, for the Public Purpose of Constructing a New Water Line Extension, and a Shared -Use Path which shall be Open to the Public Without Charge. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of Dublin City Council Meetin I m mri:ru rr M Held F 20 Ordinance 29-21 Authorizing the City Manager to Execute and Accept Necessary Conveyance Documents and Contracts to Acquire Certain Property Located at 7394 Riverside Drive, identified as Franklin County Parcel Number 273-008601-00 from John F. Dunne for the Public Purpose of Constructing a New Water Line Extension, and a Shared -Use Path which shall be Open to the Public Without Charge. Mr. Hammersmith briefly summarized the project. He stated that there have been no changes since the first reading of these Ordinances. Vote on the Ordinance: Vice Mayor De Rosa, yes; Ms. Alutto, yes; Mr. Peterson, yes; Ms. Fox, yes; Mayor Amorose Groomes, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mr. Keeler, yes. Ordinance 30-21 Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into a Real Estate Transfer Agreement for certain City -owned Property on Crosby Court and Certain Property owned by Tuttle Emerald LLC on Parkwood Place, and Authorizing the Execution of Related Agreements and Documents. Ms. Gilger stated that there have been no changes since the first reading of this Ordinance. She reiterated that this is a land swap. She added that Mr. Brice Harrison, Manager of Real Estate with VanTrust was present to answer any questions Council may have. Vice Mayor De Rosa stated that this was an innovative approach to this and that she appreciated the staff work on this agreement. Vote on the Ordinance: Mr. Keeler, yes; Mr. Peterson, yes; Mayor Amorose Groomes, yes; Vice Mayor De Rosa, yes; Ms. Alutto, yes; Ms. Fox, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes. Ordinance 31-21 Providing for the Issuance and Sale of Bonds in the Maximum Aggregate Principal Amount of $19,750,000 for the Purpose of Paying the Costs of Refunding Bonds Previously Issued by the City for the Purpose of Paying the Costs of Various Public Infrastructure Projects. Ms. Ocheltree stated that a repayment schedule was added to the packet for Council's information at the request of Vice Mayor De Rosa. There have been no changes to the Ordinance from the first reading. Vice Mayor De Rosa thanked staff for the additional information. She inquired as to whether this refinancing was the same terms and duration as previously determined. Ms. Ocheltree stated that it is intended to keep the same repayment schedule and not to extend. In response to Vice Mayor De Rosa's question regarding the cost of the refinancing, Ms. Ocheltree stated that the cost to refinance is figured into the total savings figure of $1.9 million. Mayor Amorose Groomes sought confirmation that the savings reflected the cost of the reissuance of the bonds. Ms. Ocheltree responded affirmatively. Vote on the Ordinance: Ms. Fox, yes; Vice Mayor De Rosa, yes; Mr. Keeler, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Ms. Alutto, yes; Mr. Peterson, yes; Mayor Amorose Groomes, yes. Ordinance 32-21 Providing for the Issuance and Sale of Bonds in the Maximum Principal Amount of $1,500,000 for the Purpose of Paying the Costs of Improving the Municipal Sanitary Sewer System by Extending Certain Sewer Lines, Repairing and Lining Certain Existing Sewer Lines, and Installing Associated Manholes and Service Laterals, Together with all Incidental Work and Related Appurtenances Thereto. Ms. Ocheltree stated that there have been no changes to this Ordinance since the first reading was held. Staff recommended approval. Minutes of RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Dublin City Council Meeting - Hn��a:�.wia.��•�:i.r.-�:fsn��na.Y�sz�cxxr:�s•�:r,.,nrisr• Held u y 26 2021 -- Page- of 20 Vote on the Ordinance: Mr. Peterson, yes; Ms. Fox, yes; Mr. Keeler, yes; Ms. Alutto, yes; Mayor Amorose Groomes, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Vice Mayor De Rosa, yes. INTRODUCTION/FIRST READING/ PUBLIC HEARING - ORDINANCES Ordinance 33-21 To Authorize the Establishment of the Local Fiscal Recovery Special Revenue Fund Ms. Alutto introduced the Ordinance. Ms. Ocheltree stated that staff is seeking authorization to establish a fund in anticipation of receiving a total of $5.1 million in two equal installments not less than 12 months apart. The City expects to receive the first tranche in the third quarter of 2021. Vice Mayor De Rosa stated that fund accounts have been established for previous recovery funds. Is it a requirement that a separate fund is created each time? Ms. Ocheltree responded affirmatively and stated that Chief Accountant Jerry O'Brien would be happy to answer any questions about those requirements. Mayor Amorose Groomes asked if there would be a necessity for another fund to be established. Ms. Ocheltree stated that she is not aware of any need to establish additional funds. Second reading and public hearing is scheduled for the August 16, 2021 Council meeting. Ordinance 34-21 Authorizing the City Manager to Execute and Accept Necessary Conveyance Documents and Contract to Acquire a 0.040 -acre Temporary Construction Easement; and a Second 0.069 -acre Temporary Construction Easement from Mount Carmel Health System, an Ohio Non -Profit Corporation, Located at 6594 Liggett Road, for the Public Purpose of Improving the Interchange which shall be Open to the Public Without Charge. Ms. Alutto introduced the Ordinance. Mr. Hammersmith stated that the City of Dublin is working cooperatively with project partners at the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) and Union County to improve the interchange at US33—SR161—Post Road. The project requires the acquisition of property interests from one owner for right-of-way and multiple property owners for updated temporary easements along Post Road and US 33. The City has recently come to mutually agreeable terms with two property owners in connection with the project. Construction for the project is currently programmed to begin in 2022. The Mount Carmel Health System property is located on the north side of US33, east of Liggett Road, south of Perimeter Drive, at 6594 Liggett Road, Dublin, Ohio 43016. The City participated in good faith discussions with Mount Carmel Health System, resulting in mutually agreeable terms for the acquisition of the property interest for the appraised value of $5,450. Second reading and public hearing is scheduled for the August 16, 2021 Council meeting. Ordinance 35-21 Authorizing the City Manager to Execute and Accept Necessary Conveyance Documents and Contract to Acquire a 0.412 -acre Fee Simple Warranty Deed for Limited Access Right -of -Way and a 1.597 -acre Parcel from the Property Located at 6611 Liggett Road, Dublin, Ohio, 43016 in its Entirety, from Dennis J. Hoffer, for the Public Purpose of Improving the Interchange which shall be Open to the Public Without Charge. Ms. Alutto introduced the Ordinance. Mr. Hammersmith stated that this property is located on the west side of Liggett Road, east of US33, at 6611 Liggett Road, Dublin, Ohio 43016. The City participated in good faith discussions with Dennis J. Hoffer, resulting in mutually agreeable terms for the acquisition of the entire parcel for the appraised value, which is $704,000. This value Minutes of RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Dublin City Council Meeting GOVERNMENT FORMS & SUPPLIES 844-224-3338 FORM NO. 10148 Held uy 26, 202 1 Pa 20 includes the limited access right-of-way at $19,800 and the remaining parcel at $684,200. The limited access right-of-way will be transferred to ODOT. Vice Mayor De Rosa inquired as to what the building on the property was currently being used for. Mr. Hammersmith stated that it is currently being used as a car detailing shop. Mayor Amorose Groomes inquired as to whether or not this parcel would be a redevelopment. Mr. Hammersmith stated that it would be a redevelopment. Second reading and public hearing is scheduled for the August 16, 2021 Council meeting. Ordinance 36-21 Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Contract for and Accept a 0.172 - acre Fee Simple Warranty Deed for Right -of -Way, 0.080 -acre of which is Present Road Occupied, without Limitation of Existing Access Rights, from McKitrick Properties, Inc., from the Property Located at 3865 Bright Road for the Public Purpose of Constructing a New Water Line Extension, and Other Public Improvements. Ms. Alutto introduced the Ordinance. Mr. Hammersmith stated that this project will complete the water main between Emerald Parkway and Bright Road roundabout and an existing 12 -inch water main at the Villages of Inverness. The project requires the acquisition of property interest from two property owners along the south side of Bright Road. The current schedule is to advertise the project for bid in late 2021. Once the construction contract has been executed, construction activities are expected to commence in late 2021 or early 2022. In response to a question from Ms. Fox pertaining to sewer lines in the same area, Mr. Hammersmith stated that they are nearby but not in the same area. Ms. Fox asked when the sewer extension is scheduled for this area. Mr. Hammersmith stated that he would need to check. In response to Ms. Fox's question regarding whether or not sewer and water lines are done at the same time, Mr. Hammersmith responded in the affirmative. Second reading and public hearing is scheduled for the August 16, 2021 Council meeting. Ordinance 37-21 Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Contract for and Accept a 0.025 - acre Fee Simple Warranty Deed for Right -of -Way, without Limitation of Existing Access Rights, from Stephen T. Newcomb, from the Property Located at 3985 Bright Road for the Public Purpose of Constructing a New Water Line Extension, and Other Public Improvements. Ms. Alutto introduced the Ordinance. Mr. Hammersmith reiterated that this is the same project as presented in Ordinance 36-21. This Ordinance represents the second property mentioned previously. Second reading and public hearing is scheduled for the August 16, 2021 Council meeting. Mayor Amorose Groomes moved to waive the Council Rules of Order to consider Ordinances 38-21 through 41-21 together. Ms. Alutto seconded. Vote on the motion: Ms. Alutto, yes; Mr. Keeler, yes; Vice Mayor De Rosa, yes; Ms. Fox, yes; Mr. Peterson, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mayor Amorose Groomes, yes. Ordinance 38-21 Authorizing the City Manager to Execute and Accept Necessary Conveyance Documents and Contracts to Acquire Certain Property Located at 7304 Riverside Drive, identified as Franklin County Parcel Number 273-008682-00 Minutes of Held RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Dublin City Council ly 26, 2021 Page 7 of 12 Meeting from Bruce E. Temple and Kitty L. Temple, husband and wife, for the Public Purpose of Constructing a New Water Line Extension and Shared -Use Path which shall be Open to the Public Without Charge. Ordinance 39-21 Authorizing the City Manager to Execute and Accept Necessary Conveyance Documents and Contracts to Acquire Certain Property Located at 7322 Riverside Drive, identified as Franklin County Parcel Number 273-008665-00 from John P. DeMatteo and Marlene G. DeMatteo, husband and wife, for the Public Purpose of Constructing a New Water Line Extension and Shared -Use Path which shall be Open to the Public Without Charge. Ordinance 40-21 Authorizing the City Manager to Execute and Accept Necessary Conveyance Documents and Contracts to Acquire Certain Property Located at 7402 Riverside Drive, identified as Franklin County Parcel Number 273-008717-00 from Courtnee L. Haugen and Joseph C. Haugen, for the Public Purpose of Constructing a New Shared -Use Path which shall be Open to the Public Without Charge. Ordinance 41-21 Authorizing the City Manager to Execute and Accept Necessary Conveyance Documents and Contracts to Acquire Certain Property Located at 7364 Riverside Drive, identified as Franklin County Parcel Number 273-008662-00 from the Estate of Donald Tootle a/k/a Donald Otho Tootle for the Public Purpose of Constructing a New Water Line Extension and Shared -Use Path which shall be Open to the Public Without Charge. Ms. Alutto introduced the Ordinances. Mr. Hammersmith stated that these four Ordinances are regarding the Riverside Drive East Shared -Use Path — Section 1 Project. The shared -use path will be within a 20 - foot wide perpetual easement between Bright Road and the north terminus of the new path. In addition to the shared -use path, this Project will extend a water line on the east side of Riverside Drive from Emerald Parkway to Hanna Hills Drive. The project requires the acquisition of property interest from 11 property owners along Riverside Drive. The City has participated in good faith discussions with all 11 property owners and hopes to arrive at mutually agreeable terms with all property owners by the end of September 2021. The current schedule is to advertise the project for bid in late 2021. Once the construction contract is executed, construction activities are expected to commence in early 2022. In response to Mayor Amorose Groomes' question regarding a shared -use path on the west side of Riverside Drive, Mr. Hammersmith stated that the west side is on the proposed CIP schedule for 2024. Second reading and public hearing is scheduled for the August 16, 2021 Council meeting. Ordinance 42-21 Authorizing the Provision of Certain Incentives to Andelyn Biosciences, Inc. to Induce it to Lease a Facility to Locate an Office in the City and Expand that Office and its Associated Operations and Workforce within the City; and Authorizing the Execution of an Economic Development Agreement. Ms. Alutto introduced the Ordinance. Ms. Gilger stated that Economic Development staff has been in discussions with Andelyn Biosciences about an expansion of their R&D facilities to Dublin. Andelyn Biosciences is a company established in 2017 through groundbreaking research on gene -based therapy at Nationwide Children's Hospital. Nationwide Children's physician - scientists collaborated with hospital and research institute leadership to create a small research and manufacturing facility to produce viral vectors for gene therapy clinical trials. This expansion project would result in the relocation of 10 existing jobs to RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of Dublin City Council Meeti _GOVERNMENORMS8 UPPLIE 844-224-3338 FORM NO. 10148-��j -meq "ul 2..� LVL 1 Held 20 Dublin, with the commitment to backfill its NCH office with at least 10 new positions, ensuring no net job loss to Columbus. The company is committed to creating an additional 60 positions in Dublin by 2027 for a total of 70 employees. The Economic Development Agreement proposed to Andelyn Biosciences is a seven year, 20% Performance Incentive on withholdings collected (2022-2028), capped at $122,880 for the term of the agreement. The City is also proposing a $10,000 facility grant to offset laboratory fit -up costs at its new location. The company must execute a minimum 10 - year lease on a minimum 25,000 -square -foot facility and reach predetermined annual withholdings targets to qualify for these performance incentives. Ms. Fox stated that this is a wonderful company. In response to Mayor Amroose Groomes' clarification regarding this agreement being tied to payroll and not head count, Ms. Gilger responded affirmatively. Second reading and public hearing is scheduled for the August 16, 2021 Council meeting. INTRODUCTION/ PUBLIC HEARING/VOTE — RESOLUTIONS Resolution 43-21 Authorizing the City Manager to enter into a Developer's Agreement with the Union County Engineer's Office and Glacier Pointe Development, LTD, for the Glacier Point Section 2 Development. Ms. Alutto introduced the Resolution. Mr. Hammersmith stated that the Glacier Pointe neighborhood, which is situated between Mitchell -Dewitt and McKitrick Roads, is currently under development in Jerome Township in Union County. Based on the coordination and cooperation between Union County and Dublin over many years, Union County included Dublin in the development and review of the traffic study. As a result, Dublin is included in a three -party Developer's Agreement related to the neighborhood development and will receive funding for improvements to the Hyland -Croy Road corridor. The development will contribute to traffic at the following Dublin controlled intersections: Hyland -Croy Road and McKitrick Road and Hyland -Croy Road and Brand Road/Mitchell-DeWitt Road. Dublin will receive one half of the site contribution for two intersections, in the amount of $52,425, prior to recording the final plat of Section 2, Phase 2. The remainder of the site contribution ($52,425) is due prior to recording the final plat for any subsequent section, as described in items 5 and 6 in the Developer's Agreement. Mr. Keeler asked if this was a standard agreement among neighboring municipalities. Mr. Hammersmith stated that Dublin has entered into this type of agreement before where we have shared interest and impacts. Vice Mayor De Rosa asked if this work was going to be underway at the same time as the interchange improvement work. Mr. Hammersmith stated that it has not been determined when that improvement will take place. He stated that staff will discuss with Union County when the best time would be to start the projects. Mayor Amorose Groomes asked if there were going to be any additional contributions to this. Mr. Hammersmith stated that there could be another opportunity with Jerome Township. She asked if staff has had that discussion with Jerome Township yet. Mr. McDaniel stated that they have not yet had those conversations. Mayor Amorose Groomes stated that it is important to continue these conversations because there is still a gap in the cost of these projects. Mr. McDaniel stated that it is because of the great relationship that Dubin has with Mr. Stauch, Union County Engineer, and his team that we are included in this and a part of the conversation. Vote on the Resolution: Mr. Reiner, yes; Mr. Peterson, yes; Ms. Fox, yes; Mayor Amorose Groomes, yes; Mr. Keeler, yes; Ms. Alutto, yes; Vice Mayor De Rosa, yes. Resolution 44-21 Accepting the Lowest and Best Bid for the 2021 Storm Structure Maintenance Program. Ms. Alutto introduced the Resolution. RECORD OF PllnR�gyqEE�qINGS Minutes of _ MeetinQ Held Mr. Hammersmith stated that on July 14, 2021, two bids were received and publicly opened through Bid Express by Engineering staff for the 2021 Storm Structure Maintenance Program. The 2021 Program provides maintenance, rehabilitation, and repair of structures associated with the public storm sewer system, which includes curb and gutter inlets, catch basins and manholes throughout the City. Strawser Paving Company, Inc. submitted the lowest and best bid of $190,134.00. Ms. Fox asked about the areas that seem to have more need for improvement, is it due to age or is there a problem in the area? Mr. Hammersmith stated that the cinder brick in previous years are not as strong as today's material. Vote on the Resolution: Mr. Keeler, yes; Ms. Fox, yes; Vice Mayor De Rosa, yes; Ms. Alutto, yes; Mr. Peterson, yes; Mayor Amorose Groomes, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes. Resolution 45-21 Accepting the Lowest and Best Bid for the 2021 Sidewalk Maintenance Program. Ms. Alutto introduced the Resolution. Mr. Hammersmith stated that on July 14, 2021, three bids were received and publicly opened through Bid Express by Engineering staff for the 2021 Sidewalk Maintenance Program. This project involves the removal and replacement of deficient sidewalk sections. Newcomer Concrete Services, Inc. submitted the lowest and best bid of $234,860.40. Vice Mayor De Rosa stated that there have been great strides in saving trees during sidewalk maintenance work. She asked if Newcomer was the contractor in previous years. Mr. Hammersmith stated that Newcomer has done this work previously. In response to Vice Mayor De Rosa's question regarding whether or not a forestry staff person works with the contractor on the trees, Mr. Hammersmith stated that they do work with forestry personnel. Vice Mayor De Rosa thanked staff for their consideration of saving the trees where possible. Ms. Alutto asked if this contract includes sidewalk shaving. Mr. Hammersmith stated that it is separate from this contract. Ms. Fox stated that new sidewalks can be an issue where the sidewalk is due to be installed where the mature front trees exist. Discussion was held regarding how to accommodate sidewalk installation on a street with mature trees. Mayor Amorose Groomes stated that additional discussion should be held when dealing with the Historic District. Vote on the Resolution: Ms. Fox, yes; Ms. Alutto, yes; Mayor Amorose Groomes, yes; Mr. Peterson, yes; Vice Mayor De Rosa, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mr. Keeler, yes. Resolution 46-21 Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into Contract with Dublin City Schools for the School Resource Officer Program. Ms. Alutto introduced the Resolution. Lt. Tabernik stated that since the 1998-1999 school year, the City and the Dublin School District have partnered to share a portion of the cost for providing full-time School Resource Officers (SROs) to the schools. In the 2021-2022 contract, the Dublin Police Department's Community Education Unit (CEU) will provide a full-time SRO for each middle school (four) and each high school (three). In the 2021-2022 agreement, the City will continue to share equally with the Dublin City School District, in the cost for five members of the unit. Both organizations remain committed to the safety and security of our schools, while also fostering positive relationships between police officers and the city's youth. Lt. Tabernik shared the discussions held between the Police Department and the Chiefs Advisory Committee. At the School Board meeting on June 29, 2021, the Dublin City School Board approved this contract by a 5-0 vote and signed it for consideration by Dublin City Council. Ms. Alutto thanked the Police Department for everything they do and stressed the importance of these relationships between children and police officers. Minutes of Held RECORD OF PROC�EEYINGS Dublin City ounce Meeting 44-224-3338 FORM NO. 10148 20 Mr. Peterson also thanked the Police for this program. Mayor Amorose Groomes also thanked the Police Department for all their work. Vote on the Resolution: Vice Mayor De Rosa, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Ms. Alutto, yes; Mr. Peterson, yes; Ms. Fox, yes; Mr. Keeler, yes; Mayor Amorose Groomes, yes. Resolution 47-21 Accepting the Recommendations for FOP Fact -Finding Ms. Alutto introduced the Resolution. Ms. Miglietti stated that this Resolution authorizes the City Manager to accept the recommendations of the Fact Finder's Report. This report is the result of a Fact - Finding hearing conducted on May 26, 2021, due to an impasse in Collective Bargaining negotiations between the Fraternal Order of Police Capital City Lodge 9 (FOP) and the City of Dublin regarding wages and insurance. She shared that earlier that day the FOP rejected the Fact -Finders recommendations. However, pursuant to Ohio Revised Code Section 4117.14(C) (6) (a) City Council has "not later than seven days after the findings and recommendations are sent" to vote in acceptance or rejection of the fact -finder's recommendations. Staff recommended Council accept the Fact -Finder's report and recommendations. Vote on the Resolution: Mr. Peterson, yes; Ms. Fox, yes; Mayor Amorose Groomes, yes; Vice Mayor De Rosa, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Ms. Alutto, yes; Mr. Keeler, yes. OTHER BUSINESS Post Audit Conference Ms. Ocheltree stated that an e-mail communication was sent on June 29 from the State of Ohio Audit Manager asking City Council to accept an exit conference or waive the right to a conference. Council consensus was that a post audit conference was not needed and therefore waived the right to an exit conference. STAFF COMMENTS Mr. McDaniel shared the following: • Congratulated staff and community on a great July 4 celebration; • Tents are going up for Dublin Irish Days coming up; • Congratulations on a successful building opening; • Tammy Brown passed away after serving the City of Dublin for 34 years. She was a great team member and friend. He expressed condolences to the Brown family. COUNCIL REPORTS • Committees Administrative Committee: Vice Mayor De Rosa stated that she is preparing for the Council retreat in September and more information will come. Community Development Committee: No report. Finance Committee: No report. Public Services Committee: The next meeting is August 12. [Subsequent to the Council meeting, the Public Services Committee meeting is postponed.] 0 Liaison Reports Minutes of Held RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Dublin City Council my 26, 2021 20 Ms. Fox reported the following: o PZC — nothing to share this time. o Dublin Bridges — had a great fundraiser recently. She encouraged everyone to sign up on bridges.org. o Washington Township — no report. Meetin Vice Mayor De Rosa reported that the next US 33 Corridor meeting will be held in the new Council Chamber August 13, 2021. Mr. Reiner reported the following: o Dublin Arts Council — thanked Leo Hung Mao for lending the City his beautiful artwork to display in our building. o Veterans Committee — thanked Council and staff for bringing Purple Heart City to fruition. Mayor Amorose Groomes shared that the Rapid 5 report has been released. COUNCIL ROUNDTABLE Mr. Keeler stated that the events staff deserves recognition for July 4 celebrations. He also recognized a resident, Fred Renner, who sent a very thought provoking article to Council regarding long term planning. Ms. Fox thanked the staff on the Steering Committee on the design of the new Chamber building. She stated that this building is for the people and she is hopeful that the community will enjoy participating in their government. She also stated that the Dublin 2035 survey is out there for people to participate in Dublin's future visioning. She thanked Mr. Keeler for the lovely conference room table that he built. Mr. Peterson stated that he had the opportunity to meet Robert Ranc, Deputy City Manager/Chief Operating Officer. He stated that Mr. Ranc is joining an exceptional staff. He also stated that attitude in an organization starts at the top and he congratulated Mr. McDaniel on never forgetting the human side of the organization. He stated that he appreciates being back to in-person meetings and stressed the necessity of patience. Ms. Alutto stated that she too wanted to commend staff on a wonderful July 4th celebration. She welcomed Mr. Ranc to the City. She expressed condolences to the Brown family for the loss of Tammy. She reiterated that she is pleased to be in-person for the meeting. Mr. Reiner thanked staff for a successful opening and thanked the residents who came to the opening to celebrate with us. He mentioned the international award for the Dublin Link Bridge. Vice Mayor De Rosa shared her condolences to the Brown family. She recognized the members of the Steering Committee on the great work done on the new building. She stated that it was a great event to be together and share ideas. Mayor Amorose Groomes shared that Council Member Keeler celebrated a birthday on July 21 and Council Member Reiner will celebrate a birthday on July 31. She wished them both happy birthdays. She welcomed Mr. Ranc to the City. She expressed gratitude for being back in—person. She thanked everyone who joined us in the opening of the building. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of Dublin City Council M GOVERNMENT FM& SUPPLIES 844-224-3338 FORM NO. 10148 Held ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 9:03 p.m. 4 � X/ Z, 1 4-,; e - Mayor — Presiding Officer -.10, �.� of Co ncil 20