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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-19-95 Public Sevices Committee MinutesPublic Services Committee of Dublin City Council Minutes of Meeting of April 19, 1995 5:30 p.m. - Dublin City Hall Attending Chuck Kranstuber, Chairperson Cathy Boring Balbir Kindra Lt. Geis Chief Bostic, VYTTFD Rock Davis, citizen A. C. Strip Tim Hansley Dana McDaniel Mike Keenan, Wash. Township Trustee Mrs. Davis Mr. Kranstuber called the meeting to order at 5:40 p.m. Play Streets Mr. Kranstuber read Section 311.03 of the Dublin Codified Ordinances which relate to toy vehicles on streets. He provided brief background on this petition presented by citizen Rock Davis to set aside cul-de-sacs within the City as play streets. Lt. Geis explained current enforcement of the Code regarding violations - children rollerblading or playing in the street. Police generally respond based on a complaint or when an officer happens to observe this violation. Verbal warnings are generally given, but the officer has discretion regarding enforcement. Rock Davis distributed additional information to the Committee regarding his proposal. Mrs. Boring noted that, in her opinion, the City tends to overregulate some of these areas. She suggests that all references to "play streets" in the existing ordinance be removed to eliminate the false notion that the City allows play streets. Most other cities, as Rock Davis has pointed out, have no regulations addressing play streets. Following brief discussion, Mr. Kranstuber requested that the staff draft an ordinance to eliminate the references to play streets in the Code. The clerk will draft the ordinance for review by Mr. Kindra, Mr. Hansley and the Law Department. Discussion re Hayden Run Retaining Wall & Fencing Mr. Kindra presented renderings of the different fencing combinations (board on board, wrought iron and chain link) to the Committee. Mrs. Boring suggested that Mr. Kindra negotiate with Columbus on sharing the costs of the stone retaining wall for the Dublin residents who are affected by the project. The Committee members agreed. Mr. Kranstuber asked that staff poll the residents for their opinion regarding the board on board fence. If the residents are agreeable, the engineering department should pursue this option. Public Services Committee April 19, 1995 Page Two Street Maintenance List Mr. Kindra explained that there are two alternate lists for the maintenance program, one including Brandonway and one not including Brandonway. In his opinion, Brandonway is in poor condition and if it is eliminated from the list, it will need major repairs within the next few years. Mr. Strip asked that Mr. Kindra bring to the Committee's attention any other streets which are determined to be critically in need of repair; the Committee could then recommend the allocation of additional funds to Council. In regard to Brandonway Drive, Mrs. Boring commented that the residents in the area do not believe the road is in need of major repairs. Mr. Strip stated that he would like to personally drive this road before offering an opinion. Mr. Kranstuber stated that the Committee will study the information provided regarding alternatives. Tour of the Community Recreation Center construction site The Committee then toured the site, accompanied by Parks Department staff. Washington Township Automatic Response Mike Keenan, Township Trustee, explained to the Committee the simulcasting 800 MHZ system recently adopted by Columbus and how it would affect communications with the Washington Township Fire Department in an emergency situation. Columbus adopted this system on April 1. Washington Township plans to cancel their automatic response with Columbus due to the technical issues involved with communication between their system and Columbus' new system. Mr. Hansley explained that the safety of Washington Township fire fighters and EMS personnel who respond to Columbus emergencies could be jeopardized due to the communication problems. In response to Mr. Strip's question, Chief Bostic stated that the new radios cost $2,300 each and one would be needed for every piece of equipment. The hardware configurations are also very expensive. Mr. Hansley stated that regional groups such as MORPC are looking at the issue of automatic response on a county -wide basis. Mr. Kranstuber thanked Mr. Hansley for bringing this to the Committee's attention. The other members of Council will be provided with a memo alerting them to this situation. The meeting was adjourned at 7:30 p.m. Clerk of Council