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Mayor Amorose Groomes called the Monday, September 27, 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 and Mr. Peterson. Mr. Reiner arrived at 7:17 p.m.
Staff members present were Mr. McDaniel, Ms. Readler, Ms. O'Callaghan, Mr. Ranc, Mr.
Earman, Mr. StifFler, Mr. Rogers, Ms. Gilger, Mr. Hammersmith, Ms. Weisenauer, Ms.
Blake, Mr. Meyer and Chief Paez.
Also present were: Don Piunno, Wreaths Across America; J. Michael Vargo, Chief
Executive Officer and Bart Cera, President and Chief Operating Officer, Vargo, Inc.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Amorose Groomes invited Mr. Don Piunno to lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
• Wreaths Across America
Mayor Amorose Groomes invited Mr. Don Piunno to come forward and speak regarding
the Wreaths Across America program. Mr. Piunno stated this program is in every state
and even in some cemeteries overseas. Last year, 2.5 million wreaths were placed on
the graves of veterans to honor them and their service. The Grand Leprechaun's have
been participating in this program at the Dublin cemeteries for the last four years.
Mr. Piunno shared that this year's ceremony will be on Saturday, December 18th at
10:00 a.m. He invited Council to join this moving ceremony. Mr. Piunno stated that
Mr. Michael Schoedinger approached him about the Wreaths Across America Program,
wanting to help in some way. Mr. Piunno stated that they needed publicity. Mr.
Schoedinger came forward to share that he is very supportive of this program. He
stated he is not a veteran, but has a great deal of respect for veterans. He added that
they have been in touch with radio stations, TV networks, newspapers, etc. to bring
attention to this program. He will have a media tent at the ceremony this year to
welcome the media. These efforts have been so well received that Governor DeWine
has committed to having a statehouse ceremony on December 13th in support.
Mr. Piunno stated that he wanted to publicly thank the City; Mr. Reiner for his help and
support over the years; Mr. Vince Van Shelley and Ms. Lori Gishel for their help with
the program. Mayor Amorose Groomes thanked Mr. Piunno for the information.
Mr. McDaniel stated that the City will provide the same support for this event as it has
in past years.
• Ohio Auditor of State — Award of Distinction
Mayor Amorose Groomes recognized Mr. Stiffler and the Finance team for receiving the
Ohio Auditor of State Award with Distinction for excellent and accurate reporting.
Mayor Amorose Groomes congratulated Mr. Stiffier and his team.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
There were no citizen comments.
CONSENT AGENDA
• Approval of Minutes of September 13, 2021 Regular Meeting
There was no request from Council to remove an item from the Consent Agenda.
Mayor Amorose Groomes moved for approval of the Consent Agenda.
Ms. Alutto seconded the motion.
Vote on the motion: Ms. Alutto, yes; Mr. Peterson, yes; Vice Mayor De Rosa, yes;
Mayor Amorose Groomes, yes; Mr. Keeler, yes; Ms. Fox, yes.
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SECOND READING/ PUBLIC HEARING - ORDINANCES
Ordinance 57-21
Authorizing the Provision of Certain Incentives to Vargo, Inc., to induce it to
Purchase, or Cause the Purchase of, a Facility to Relocate Several Offices to
a New, Single Office Within the City and to Expand that Office and its
Associated Operations and Workforce Within the City; and Authorizing the
Execution of an Economic Development Agreement.
Mr. Meyer stated that there are no changes to this Ordinance from the first reading.
He introduced Mr. Cera, President and Chief Operating Officer, Vargo Inc., to come
forward on behalf of the company. Mr. Cera shared that this is their 5011 year in
business. Vargo is a professional services company that is comprised of IT
professionals and several engineering disciplines. Mr. Cera stated that their core
business is to design and implement turn -key e-commerce fulfillment solutions. Mr.
Cera explained the need for expansion due to company growth and adding
professional talent to the team. He stated that the incentive that is before Council will
go a long way to help with the growth and expansion. Mayor Amorose Groomes
stated that Council looks forward to their partnership and watching their growth.
There was no public comment.
Vote on the Ordinance: Mr. Peterson, yes; Mayor Amorose Groomes, yes; Mr. Keeler,
yes; Vice Mayor De Rosa, yes; Ms. Fox, yes; Ms. Alutto, yes.
Ordinance 58-21
Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into a Real Estate Purchase
Agreement for Certain Property Owned by Mitchell E. and Kimberly S. Haaf
located at 6191 Cosgray Road in Franklin County, Ohio, Authorizing the
Execution of Related Agreements and Documents, and Appropriating Funds
therefor.
Mr. McDaniel stated that there are no changes from the first reading. He added that
Mr. and Mrs. Haaf were present at the meeting. Staff recommended approval. Mayor
Amorose Groomes thanked the Haaf's for being present. She thanked them for their
partnership.
There was no public comment.
Vote on the Ordinance: Ms. Fox, yes; Ms. Alutto, yes; Mr. Keeler, yes; Mayor Amorose
Groomes, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Vice Mayor De Rosa, yes; Mr. Peterson, yes.
Mayor Amorose Groomes moved to waive the Council Rules of Order to consider
Ordinances 59-21 and 60-21 together.
Ms. Alutto seconded.
Vote on the motion: 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 59-21
Authorizing the City Manager to execute an easement with property owner
Jack G Weber III and Nichole L. Weber along the Indian Run Meadows
Planned Use Development Corridor for Landscape Maintenance
Ordinance 60-21
Authorizing the City Manager to execute an easement with property owner
Anthony L. Sallustro along the Indian Run Meadows Planned Use
Development Corridor for Landscape Maintenance
Mr. Earman stated that there are no changes to this Ordinance from the first reading.
Staff recommended approval.
There was no public comment.
Mayor Amorose Groomes thanked the residents that were partnering with the City on
this project.
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Vote on the Ordinances: Mr. Keeler, yes; Mr. Peterson, yes; Mayor Amorose Groomes,
yes; Vice Mayor De Rosa, yes; Ms. Alutto, yes; Ms. Fox, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes.
FIRST READING/PUBLIC HEARING - ORDINANCES
Mayor Amorose Groomes moved to waive the Council Rules of Order to consider
Ordinances 61-21 through 63-21 together.
Ms. Alutto seconded.
Vote on the motion: 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 61-21
Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Easement with property owners
Merri Blum and Steven Blum along the Indian Run Meadows Planned Use
Development Corridor for Landscape Maintenance
Ordinance 62-21
Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Easement with property owners
Chad A. Brennan and Laurie L. Brennan along the Indian Run Meadows
Planned Use Development Corridor for Landscape Maintenance
Ordinance 63-21
Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Easement with property owner
Steven D. Parish along the Indian Run Meadows Planned Use Development
Corridor for Landscape Maintenance
Ms. Alutto introduced the Ordinances.
Mr. Earman stated that these Ordinances are the City's continuing efforts to improve
the Indian Run Meadows Corridor landscape maintenance.
There was no public comment.
Second reading/public hearing is scheduled for October 11, 2021.
INTRODUCTION/ PUBLIC HEARING/VOTE — RESOLUTIONS
Resolution 54-21
Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into a Cooperative Construction
Agreement with Union County for the US 33 — SR 161— Post Road
Interchange Improvements PID Number 80748
Ms. Alutto introduced the Resolution.
Ms. O'Callaghan stated that this project has been part of the CIP for a number of
years. The interchange improvements are mutually beneficial to ODOT, Dublin, Union
County, and the region. As such, ODOT, Dublin, Union County, and MORPC, along with
private development, are all funding partners for the project. ODOT requested Dublin
assemble all of the local partner funding to make a single payment to ODOT for the
project:. As such, the agreement states that Union County will make a payment to
Dublin for the Union County construction contribution and the Union County developer
contribution, and then Dublin will assemble the local contributions and provide them to
ODOT. Based on the current bidding schedule, ODOT will invoice Dublin in January
2022 prior to the bid opening planned for March 2022. The completion date for this
project will be in 2024.
There was no public comment.
Mr. Keeler stated that he appreciated the collaboration between the parties. He asked
how the funding is allocated and whether or not there was a formula determining
those amounts. Ms. O'Callaghan stated that the private developer contributions are a
result of the traffic studies and negotiations between the developer and the local
agency that are done prior to the start of the project. The government entities'
contributions are the result of years of discussion and applications for grant funding.
There is not a specific formula per se. These discussions have been in development
for a number of years.
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Mayor Amorose Groomes thanked ODOT and MORPC for their partnership in this
project.
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Vote on the Resolution: Mr. Peterson, yes; Ms. Fox, yes; Mr. Keeler, yes; Ms. Alutto,
yes; Mayor Amorose Groomes, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Vice Mayor De Rosa, yes.
Resolution 55-21
Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into an Agreement with the Ohio
Department of Transportation (ODOT) for the US 33 — SR 161— Post Road
Interchange Improvements PID Number 80748
Ms. Alutto introduced the Resolution.
Ms. O'Callaghan stated that this is the next step that is required before ODOT can
prepare the project for bidding. This Resolution includes a Preliminary Participatory
Agreement that identifies project expenses to be paid with the local contributions and
establishes the general funding structure of the construction project. Staff anticipates
a Final Participatory Agreement with ODOT will be brought to City Council in January
2022 which will identify the actual local contribution amount based on an ODOT
generated project cost estimate. Based on the current preliminary estimate, the City
of Dublin is expected to contribute approximately $4.92 million to ODOT for the
construction project. In addition to Dublin's estimated $4.92 million construction
contribution to ODOT, commitments from Union County and private developments will
flow through Dublin, for a total of $11.17 million.
Staff recommended adoption of the is Resolution.
There was no public comment.
Vice Mayor De Rosa stated that staff updated the residents regarding this project and
the timeframe, shared drawings and held discussion. She thanked the residents for
their partnership and thanked staff for keeping everyone informed.
Vote on the Resolution: Ms. Alutto, yes; Mr. Keeler, yes; Vice Mayor De Rosa, yes; Ms.
Fox, yes; Mr. Peterson, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mayor Amorose Groomes, yes.
Resolution 56-21
Accepting the Lowest and Best Bid for the 2021 Pavement Repair Program
Ms. Alutto introduced the Resolution.
Mr. Hammersmith stated that on September 14, 2021, one bid was received and
publicly opened through Bid Express by Engineering staff for the 2021 Pavement
Repair Program. The budgeted funds for the 2021 Pavement Repair Program are
within the 2021-2025 Capital Improvement Program in the amount of $585,000 for
Annual Pavement Preventive Maintenance. Decker Construction Company submitted
the lowest and best bid of $143,135.00. Staff recommended approval.
There was no public comment.
Ms. Fox clarified that the markings on the information submitted to Council reflected all
the areas that were included in this project. Mr. Hammersmith responded
affirmatively. Ms. Fox asked how soon advisory signage is put out for resident
notification. Mr. Hammersmith stated that the weather may impact when this work is
done, so they try to put the notification out a few days in advance of the work starting.
Mayor Amorose Groomes clarified that the mark that appears to be outside City limits
is not outside City limits and is just a variation on the map.
Vote on the Resolution: Mr. Reiner, yes; Mr. Keeler, yes; Mayor Amorose Groomes,
yes; Mr. Peterson, yes; Vice Mayor De Rosa, yes; Ms. Fox, yes; Ms. Alutto, yes.
OTHER BUSINESS
• Proposed 2022 Council Meeting Calendar
Discussion was held regarding the two options provided to Council regarding the 2022
regular Council meetings. Council consensus was to hold the February meetings on
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February 14 and February 28. Council consensus was also reached regarding the
retreat being held in March 2022.
Mayor Amorose Groomes moved to adopt the 2022 regular Council meeting schedule
as discussed.
Ms. Alutto seconded.
Vote on the motion: Vice Mayor De Rosa, yes; Ms. Fox, yes; Mr. Peterson, yes; Ms.
Alutto, yes; Mayor Amorose Groomes, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mr. Keeler, yes.
• Dublin 2035 Framwork Update
Ms. Rauch provided an update to the Dublin 2035 Framework; particularly, regarding
public engagement and stakeholder engagement. Over 600 responses were received
as a result of public input efforts. Over 100 responses were received from
stakeholders. She stated that there were two results of Milestone Two. There were
new big ideas offered and there were validated big ideas. Validated ideas were those
that were already heard from Council and staff at their big idea exercises. The next
steps are to review and refine the ideas. Council will then need to review and prioritize
those items. There may be additional study and refinement needed as Council reviews
and prioritizes. Community input would be sought at this point in the process to make
sure that the big ideas that were most important to them were heard.
Ms. Rauch showed a brief video regarding Dublin 2035.
Mayor Amorose Groomes asked if there will be additional opportunities for public input.
Ms. Rauch indicated that there would be additional opportunities for input. Ms. Fox
stated that the link is on the website, but it doesn't give the opportunity to provide the
comment. She would like to see the comments encouraged and accepted.
She also suggested that if there is an opportunity to bring people together to
brainstorm and discuss ideas she would like to do that. She stated it is a better forum
to share and express ideas. She suggested sharing the comments received because
those can spark additional thoughts and ideas.
Mayor Amorose Groomes stated it was interesting to her, in reading the comments,
how many of the ideas were shaped by the last 18 months.
Vice Mayor De Rosa stated when we get to the refinement stage, she would like to
think audio/visual.
Mayor Amorose Groomes stated that if the comments could be sorted by how many
comments were received regarding each area, it would be helpful.
Ms. Fox stated that there were comments offered regarding what to be careful not to
do. She stated that those are important to look at as well to create good balance.
• Operating Budget Revenue Projection
Mr. Stiffler provided a presentation regarding the operating revenue estimates. He
began with the 2021 operating budget and stated that as of Friday, September 24,
there is a positive variance of $6.8 million. The 2021 income tax estimates show
continued strong growth. The income tax revenues are at 11% ahead of the 2021
estimate. He stated he is pleased that the withholding has been in the 6-7% range all
year. He stated that the estimates for the remainder of the year show to be well
above the original $96 million estimate.
Mr. Stiffler shared that the 2022 operating revenues incorporate revenues from several
different funds that are all included to be part of the operating funds. He noted that
the Coronavirus Relief Fund will no longer be in existence after this year. The
Cemetery, Recreation, Pool, Hotel/Motel Tax and Safety Funds are all funded in part by
the General Fund. The Street Maintenance and Repair fund is no longer funded by the
General Fund and is considered to be sustainable due to an increase in gas tax. Staff
is projecting an operating revenue in 2022 of $93.3 million which is an increase of
7.4% over the 2021 operating budget. He reviewed the breakdown of revenue
sources. He illustrated the increases from the 2021 budget to the 2022 budget. He
explained the increased budget revenues from local taxes, intergovernmental
revenues, charges for services, interest and an increase in revenues from the Irish
Festival. 2022 income tax projections allow for the impact of remote work.
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Mayor Amorose Groomes asked if he was speaking of withholdings versus net profits.
The net profits are not impacted by remote work.
Mr. Stiffler stated that staff continues the conservative philosophy in an environment of
uncertainty with an estimate for next year that is more than $5 million below projected
prior year actuals. Large employers and EDA agreements can effect growth and
stability is well.
Vice Mayor De Rosa stated that in previous years, there was a chart of the top 15
employers. She would like to see that again.
Vice Mayor De Rosa asked about the variability regarding the revised income tax
estimates. Mr. Stiffler will get with the Income Tax Administrator to verify what the
variables are. Vice Mayor De Rosa stated that having the information of the "one -offs"
would help inform Council's discussion.
Mr. Stiffler stated that the Recreation Fund revenue projections show that the 2021
revenues were slower due to the camps not being a normal year. The year-to-date
Recreation cost recovery is at 47%. It will likely end the year around 35-40%.
Memberships are rebounding as we move through the year.
Vice Mayor De Rosa suggested that a survey may inform us as to why memberships
are not being renewed. Mr. Stiffler stated that the Recreation Department is working
on a membership recovery plan, so more information will come on that topic.
Mr. Stiffler stated that Hotel/Motel tax revenues were estimated, in 2021, to be about
40% of the 2019 estimates. The 2022 Hotel/Motel tax revenues estimate that the
revenues will be about 60% of 2019, so staff anticipates a phased recovery. If social
distancing or other restrictions make the normal revenue estimate unlikely, additional
conversatons with Council will occur prior to making any significant financial
commitments.
Mayor Amorose Groomes asked if these estimates anticipate a raise in rates. Mr.
Stiffler stated that Mr. Dring was consulted as staff was making these estimates due to
his knowledge of the industry. This estimate also assumes a normal Irish Fesitval in
2022.
Ms. Fox asked if the other events in the City are represented in the numbers for event
administration or is it just for the Irish Festival. Mr. Stiffler stated that this represents
all the events.
Mr. Stiffler summarized his presentation with a listing of the 2022 operating budget
revenues by fund. The 2021 budget was at $86 million and the 2022 budget is $93
million which is an increase of 7.8%.
Ms. Fox stated she would like to see data regarding new job growth; specifically, how
many jobs, what categories are those jobs (IT, medical, etc) and how does it align with
our Economic Development Strategic Plan.
Vice Mayor De Rosa stated that she would like to see actual numbers next to the
projected numbers. She stated that this would be very helpful when comparing years.
STAFF COMMENTS
Mr. McDaniel had no staff comments.
COUNCIL REPORTS
• Committees
Administrative Committee: Vice Mayor De Rosa stated that a few items from the
retreat need follow-up discussion, therefore she moved to refer the virtual
meetings discussion, the proclamation/recognition policy and the building use
policy to the Administrative Committee for further discussion.
Mayor Amorose Groomes seconded.
Vote on the motion: Ms. Fox, yes; Ms. Alutto, yes; Vice Mayor De Rosa, yes;
Mayor Amorose Groomes, yes; Mr. Keeler, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mr. Peterson, yes.
Finance Committee: Ms. Alutto stated that the Finance Committee met on
September 21. The discussion topic was treasury management; specifically, the
duties and responsibilities of the Finance Director and the Investment Advisor. She
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stated that three+one was present at that meeting to talk about data and bringing
together data points to generate more revenue. The investment advisors Meeder
Investment Management (Meeder) and Manning & Napier were present to assist in
discussing the City's investment policy that has been in effect since 2013. The
Committee will be bringing some recommended amendments to that policy to a
future Council meeting for Council's consideration. Ms. Alutto stated that
discussion was held among the Committee regarding the best way to oversee the
investments. She recalled that Meeder had come to a previous Council Workshop
to talk with Council in years past. She stated that Mr. Keeler was interested in
exploring how to get the most out of the City's investment advisors and managers.
She stated that some of the ideas that have come forward are having an
investment advisory committee, having the investment advisors come to a Council
Workshop annually to discuss investments with Council as a whole, or find an
investment professional that can take an independent look at the City's portfolio
and advise.
Mr. Keeler stated that monitoring of investments was discussed. He advocated for
having an investment advisory committee and stated that most portfolios of this
size would have such a committee. He would like to have experts from outside the
City that would evaluate performance. He sees asking the advisors to evaluate
performance as a conflict of interest.
Mr. Peterson stated that committees may not be the best way to meet the needs.
He stated that there are things that are not just investment management. There
arE! extra assets to monitor and take care of that an investment advisory committee
would not be aware of. He appreciates the need to have someone overseeing
things, but would rather have an independent advisor to Council. He believes
Council can make these decisions with the help of an independent advisor. These
are the types of decisions that Council members were elected to make. Mr. Keeler
stated that because the idea of a committee is in the investment policy, someone
thought it was a good idea. Secondly, he stated, it is difficult to completely
eliminate conflicts of interest. He stated he envisions professionals that are
managing endowment funds at an entity of the caliber of Ohio State University for
example.
Vice Mayor De Rosa suggested that the Committee keep discussing these options
as they are complicated in nature. If Council has an investment policy stating what
is allowed, with a certain appetite for risk, it seems that there are fences that may
keep us in a certain area. She encouraged the Committee to revisit what is within
those fences and what specifically needs managed in practice.
Mayor Amorose Groomes stated that when the advisors were before Council in the
past, she recalls asking them questions about the rate of return. She stated that
her take -away from that meeting was that there was so little to choose from as a
public entity. She stated that the discussion about investing in other things such as
land came to the forefront. She recalls the investment portfolio needing little
management within the constraints of what is allowed.
Mr. Keeler stated that there are so many variables that we don't know about. Who
is comfortable asking those tough questions? It is not just about return, it is about
risk also. He stated that it is important to look at this yearly to ensure that the City
is getting the highest net of return.
Ms. Alutto stated that she agrees with Mr. Keeler. She would like to bring in the
investment advisors to speak with Council and hold them accountable, but she is
not certain that a committee is needed.
In response to Mayor Amorose Groomes' question on a way forward, Mr. McDaniel
stated that there are significant dollars in the investment portfolio, but it is limited
by law. He suggested level -setting this conversation by having a public investment
management 101 discussion so everyone is one the same level in terms of
background and then have the discussion of the way forward.
Mayor Amorose Groomes was supportive of that plan.
Mr. Peterson would like to hire someone who has the fiduciary responsibility to us
and require them to do their job, rather than someone from the community trying
to volunteer their time.
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Mr. Keeler stated that the committee is an option and is already in the document
(policy) as an option.
Ms. Alutto clarified that a committee could be established, or a professional advisor
hired. The document is flexible in that regard.
Ms. Fox emphasized the importance of this discussion. She stated that she would
like to see the big picture of all investments and what can be done in the future.
Public Services Committee: Ms. Fox stated that there were staff updates regarding
facilities and fleet, and asset management of all City assets.
• Liaison Reports
Ms. Fox reported that Dublin Bridges continues to do good work in the community.
She also shared gratitude toward Washington Township for their work in the
Suicide Prevention Town Hall that was held recently. She expressed her
appreciation for their attention to this important topic.
Vice Mayor De Rosa reported that she, Ms. Fox and Mayor Amorose Groomes all
had the pleasure of attending the ribbon cutting for the US 33 Smart Corridor. She
stated the Lieutenant Governor was present as well as several partners. It was a
great opportunity to celebrate the corridor and officially launch the Beta District.
She appreciated everyone's work on this.
Mr. Reiner stated that the call for artists for the next big installation at Red Trabue
is now completed. There were 151 artist applications. The next step is for the jury
selection committee to work on evaluating the applications. The finalists will
present their art in early 2022. The public art installation is slated for summer of
2023. Mr. Reiner stated that the Veteran's Committee is planning a big Veteran's
Day with over 1,000 students participating. The work on the interactive displays at
the Grounds of Rememberance is ongoing.
Mayor Amorose Groomes stated that the river wetlands stream corridor funds are
available for grants. Staff is looking into those opportunities.
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Mayor Amorose Groomes offered the following updates:
• on September 14 she had the opportunity to visit Friendship Village. She
stated that the discussion was about Forever Dublin and that they are very
interested in that.
• She attended the ribbon cutting for the 33 Smart Corridor.
• Thanked Chief Paez and Washington Township for the Suicide Prevention Town
Hall discussion.
• Ohio Mayor's Alliance quarterly meeting was on September 16. She stated
former Governor Taft was present and provided a great reference point of
where he thought we were in history right now.
• Thanked Deer Run and Bailey Elementary students for inviting her to visit.
• Swore in two additional NRECC Technicians.
• She attended a very special birthday party for Flo Rings. It was her 105th
birthday; and
• She reminded everyone that the School Board will be having their meeting
tomorrow (9/28) in the Council Chamber.
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