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Home My WebLink About07/06/1999 RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of Meeting W~WbW_WbWWbW~WW~~WbWWWW~W'~W~WW~~Wb~~'_W_~wW~_~WW~bW_Ww~ww~~~w~w'"'"Du1J1inCify~COuJiC1rMeeiing~N~W~WW~_w~~,~~w~~,w1>a~re'lNwwwwwww_b_w~w_,wNww_ww___,w,,~w~w,,_~wNwww~bw~ DAYTON LEGAL BLANK co. FORM NO 10148 HelCl July 6, 1999 19 Mayor Kranstuber called the meeting of the Dublin City Council to order at 7: 15 p.m. Mr. McCash led the Pledge of Allegiance. ~. Roll Call Council members present were: Mayor Kranstuber, Mr. Adamek, Mr. McCash, Mr. Peterson, Ms. Hide Pittaluga, and Mr. Reiner. Mrs. Boring was absent (excused). Staff members present were: Mr. Hansley, Ms. Grigsby, Mr. Smith, Mr. McDaniel, Mr. Harding, Ms. Clarke, Mr. Kindra, Chief Geis, Mr. Hale, Ms. Puskarcik, and Mr. Hahn. Approval of Minutes of Meeting of June 21,1999 Mayor Kranstuber moved approval ofthe minutes as submitted. Ms. Hide Pittaluga seconded the motion. Vote on the motion - Mr. Adamek, yes; Mayor Kranstuber, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mr. McCash, yes; Mr. Peterson, yes; Ms. Hide Pittaluga, yes. Correspondence The Clerk reported that three notices to legislative authority were sent to Council by the Division of Liquor Control: a new D 1 permit for Cafe China, Inc. at 6796 Perimeter Loop Road; a new D5 permit for Shariar Kazemi at the southwest comer of Avery and Woerner Temple Roads; and a transfer ofDl, D3 andD6 permits to Golf Center of Sports Ohio, Inc. at 6100 Dublin Park Drive. There was no objection from Council to the issuance ofthese permits. ~ Special Recognition Mayor Kranstuber honored Ron and Jean Kelly and their son, Scott, Muirfield residents, for their generous donation to the City to purchase an Automated External Defibrillator. Jim and Chris O'Neill, neighbors and friends of Scott, were honored for their heroic lifesaving efforts rendered to Scott Kelly at his home on June 3, 1999. Major Gil Borchers of Delaware County Sheriffs Department and Washington Township Fire Department representatives were also honored for the role they played in saving Scott's life on June 3. Citizen Comments Wallace Maurer. 7451 Dublin Road asked for additional information about Ordinance 62- 99 which authorized a contract with the Board of Franklin County Commissioners for a Community Development Block Grant and Home Programs. What is the criteria of eligibility for this grant and how is that eligibility identified? Mr. Hansley responded that it is based upon size of family and family income, and details of the program are available from Franklin County. Staff Comments There were no comments from staff. -- LEGISLATION " SECOND READING & PUBLIC HEARING - ORDINANCES Ordinance 70-99 - An Ordinance Adopting the Proposed Tax Budget for Fiscal Year 2000, and Declaring an Emergency. Ms. Grigsby noted that staff is requesting adoption by emergency to comply with the July 20 filing deadline with the county auditors. By filing the tax budget, the City becomes eligible for local government funding. Mr. Adamek moved to treat this as emergency legislation. Mr. Peterson seconded the motion. Vote on the motion - Mr. Reiner, yes; Mayor Kranstuber, yes; Ms. Hide Pittaluga, yes; Mr. Adamek, yes; Mr. McCash, yes; Mr. Peterson, yes. Vote on the Ordinance - Mr. McCash, yes; Mr. Peterson, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mayor I I II '!, H+H!" ",,,,,..:lii ;",,1,1 T i Ui: ," ,iFT 1':1 ,," I: ;'''I;'tn-:I :1:"1:'n'li!;~tlit1JtlifH1m'H j"BnilHH~'Y'Ii'''!~I:li,~,j'UFiUJ,A''''~,:~: f I I RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS '~mhm~'hhmffffff__'m'__m#umffm~m#um_#u,MJEm~e~#u2L,m_#uhhm#u'mh#u'#u#u#u~#u'-rrUTJ1inLlfYTouncinvreerrngm~-mh~hm---~ffag~m_m~m_m_-~-mM~~i~gm#u"'~_m__mffh~ff' DAYTON LEGAL BL6.NK CO FORM NO 10148 HeIr! Tn 1. Co 1 000 19 , Kranstuber, yes; Ms. Hide Pittaluga, yes; Mr. Adamek, yes. ,--. Mr. Maurer asked if the Dublin Road bikeway relates in any way to this legislation. Mayor Kranstuber stated that the capital budget discussion will include items such as the Dublin Road bikeway, and that portion of the discussion, Parks and Recreation, is scheduled for tomorrow evening's CIP session. Ordinance 71-99 - An Ordinance Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into an Agreement for the Location of a Wireless Telecommunications Structure. (at Avery Park Water Tower) Mr. Hansley stated that staff is recommending adoption. Vote on the Ordinance - Ms. Hide Pittaluga, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mayor Kranstuber, yes; Mr. Adamek, yes; Mr. Peterson, yes; Mr. McCash, yes. Ordinance 74-99 - An Ordinance Authorizing the Purchase of a 4.584 Acre Parcel and a 1.371 Acre Parcel of Land Located at 7125 Riverside Drive, Appropriating Funds Therefor, and Declaring an Emergency. Mr. Smith stated that staff is requesting emergency action, as the closing on the property is set for tomorrow. Mayor Kranstuber noted that this legislation authorizes the City Manager to execute documents in conjunction with the closing. The property is being purchased by the City as a new home for the Dublin Arts Council. - Mr. McCash asked about the status of the lease agreement. Mr. Smith stated that staff is still negotiating the terms of the lease. This will be brought to Council at a later date. Mayor Kranstuber asked about any future plans for the building currently housing the Arts Council. Ms. Rosenthal confirmed that they do not plan to operate both the Old Dublin location as well as the new Center due to staffing that would be required. Mr. Hansley stated that staff is hopeful that some comparable user would rent the Bridge Street property in Old Dublin after it is vacated by the DAC. The property is owned by a private citizen, not by the City of Dublin. Mayor Kranstuber suggested that the City offer some incentives to attract a suitable user which would add to the amenities of Old Dublin. Mr. Hansley stated that in view of Mr. Grabill's adjacent project, he would predict that the property's value will be enhanced. Mr. McCash stated that the City needs to take a proactive role in identifying an appropriate tenant. Mr. Hansley stated that he would recommend that Council delay offering incentives - it may not be necessary in the market. Another possibility is that the City could request that the DAC renew their lease until another user is identified. Mr. Peterson encouraged the DAC to maintain their current programs held in Old Dublin. - Ms. Rosenthal responded that the Arts Festival is planned for Old Dublin in October. r Mayor Kranstuber moved to treat this as emergency legislation. Ms. Hide Pittaluga seconded the motion. Vote on the motion - Mr. Peterson, yes; Mr. Adamek, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mr. McCash, yes; Mayor Kranstuber, yes; Ms. Hide Pittaluga, yes. Vote on the Ordinance - Ms. Hide Pittaluga, yes; Mr. Peterson, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mr. Adamek, yes; Mayor Kranstuber, yes; Mr. McCash, yes. Mayor Kranstuber moved to direct staff, including Legal, to work with the Dublin Arts Council, the building owner, the Old Dublin Association and other interested groups on creative ideas for re-leasing of the building currently housing the DAC. Mr. Peterson seconded the motion. Vote on the motion - Mr. Adamek, yes; Mr. McCash, yes; Mayor Kranstuber, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Ms. Hide Pittaluga, yes; Mr. Peterson, yes. I I Ii .11'ii.ir,ti,!tJHilLilUIi! ,I I I ',.... j , 'I! T RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS w"w",,,ww~,~ww#whw~~_,,w~ww~En ~1es~w o;L~~"w~~~,,_w~~w~~wwDut5rrnwwCifywCouncinvreetinIr-Wwwhww~w'~~-'Pagtr3'WWW~W"h"ww~ww_ww~eet!!!wgWW#WW~hWW_WWW DAYTON LEGAL BLANK CO. FORM NO. 10148 HeM July 6, 1999 19 INTRODUCTION & FIRST READING - ORDINANCES Ordinance 80-99 - An Ordinance Establishing a Cooperative Agreement with the -- State of Ohio, Department of Transportation for the SR 161 Widening Project (Dale Drive to Sawmill Road), and Amending Ordinances 34-92,95-92 and 65-93, and Declaring an Emergency. Mayor Kranstuber introduced the ordinance. Mr. Smith noted that this legislation is necessary to clarify that Dublin will fund the additional improvements requested by Dublin for this ODOT project, i.e., boulevards, landscaping, etc. Emergency action is requested. Ms. Hide Pittaluga asked that staff provide some renderings to Council of the designs. Mr. Kindra agreed to do so. Mayor Kranstuber moved to dispense with the public hearing and treat this as emergency legislation. Mr. Adamek seconded the motion. Vote on the motion - Mr. Peterson, yes; Mr. McCash, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mayor Kranstuber, yes; Mr. Adamek, yes; Ms. Hide Pittaluga, yes. Vote on the Ordinance - Mr. Adamek, yes; Mr. Peterson, yes; Ms. Hide Pittaluga, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mr. McCash, yes; Mayor Kranstuber, yes. INTRODUCTION & PUBLIC HEARING - RESOLUTIONS Resolution 32-99 - A Resolution Appointing a Member to the Architectural Review Board. Mr. Peterson introduced the resolution. - Mr. Peterson noted that Mr. Frimerman had recommended David Larson, an architect and Old Dublin resident as a fine addition to ARB. Vote on the Resolution - Mr. McCash, yes; Mr. Peterson, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mr. Adamek, yes; Mayor Kranstuber, yes; Ms. Hide Pittaluga, yes. OTHER Final Plat - Riverside Hospital PCD, Subareas B2 and C2 (6805. 6905 and 6955 Perimeter Loop Road) Ms. Clarke stated that this final plat establishes three commercial lots along the west side of Avery-Muirfield Drive. It is within the Riverside Hospital PCD, specifically within subareas B2 and C2. There was substantial discussion at the Planning Commission regarding where the lines should be drawn so as to assure that there would not be a row of ground signs along Avery-Muirfield Drive. On May 20, 1999, Planning & Zoning Commission approved the final plat with three conditions listed in the Record of Action ofthat date. Mr. Reiner moved approval with the conditions ofP&Z. Mr. Adamek seconded the motion. Vote on the motion - Mayor Kranstuber, yes; Mr. Adamek, yes; Ms. Hide Pittaluga, yes; Mr. Peterson, yes; Mr. McCash, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes. - Council Round Table/Committee Reports Mr. Peterson stated: 1. The Fourth of July celebration was very enjoyable. Thanks to staff for all of their hard work. 2. Kathryn Epp, representing the Old Dublin Association, is present tonight in conjunction with the Saturday Strolls in Old Dublin. They are requesting City assistance in obtaining a large tent to cover the stage for the folk festival planned for this weekend, plus labor for set up and take down of the tent. Mr. Peterson moved to grant the Old Dublin Association use of the large tent and labor for set up and take down for the Saturday, July 10 event in Old Dublin. Mr. McCash seconded the motion. Ms. Epp stated that she spoke with Amy Edwards late today and was told that a 30 x 30 was available. This would be adequate, along with the tent to be donated by Roush I! i ',./ ""'Ii '~''':,II ,+!'.,j~l, ,W lM:I'~:fttHi!Wlr~' h1til :':H'~ < lfHIWN..:it:*ljl,i,.t:I!l~i'IH' UHIl1I'l";,:'!' ~'~,Illo:'t !c .J I RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS ~~~-'--~Q-~~Q-"-Q-Q-~Q-~"'- MiEE_l~Q~_Q,!?L'_QQ~_~-~-'-~'-"-~'-rrut5rffi~Clry~eounctt1\;7[e~rti'fg-~-'~"~~'''~Q'Q_~_ff_~ffQ_Q~g{;',*_ff__Q_Q'ff'Q___Q-Q-~Q--~,!!e'::1!'~~'__Q_Qff_~Q_Q__Q DATION LEGAL BLA.NK CO FORM NO 10146 Held J1.11y 6, 1999 19 Hardware. Ms. Puskarcik stated that the set up and take down requires 4 employees and there would - be a three-hour minimum labor charge. Mr. Hansley noted that the request came in to him by fax late this afternoon. The Finance Committee of Council reviewed the Saturday Strolls program in conjunction with the bed tax review process, and staffhas followed the direction set by Council at that time in regard to the level of staff support and funding for the events. Mr. Adamek, Finance Chair, stated that he received a copy of this request only tonight. The discussion at the Finance Committee involved the City's level of investment in view of the attendance and the participation by the merchants. He is somewhat hesitant to support this last minute request without more information. Ms. Epp, Old Dublin Association, stated that the Arts Council requested that they hold the paint-out event, scheduled for this Saturday, in conjunction with the October Arts Festival in Old Dublin. The ODA quickly regrouped and scheduled an international folk dance and musical festival event to substitute. This event requires more infrastructure than they had anticipated. They have secured 20 groups for the festival who have volunteered their time. They have rented a stage, and Roush Hardware has donated several tents for their use. However, they still are in need of an additional large tent to cover the main stage. - Mr. Adamek asked how many strolls were involved in the original application. Ms. Epp responded that there were five - June, July, August, September and December. The majority of bed tax funds were for banners and permanent signage which are not complete at this time. Of the $3,000 remaining, $1,500 has been allocated for carriage rides for the December stroll. Mr. Adamek asked if the plan is then for a lesser number of strolls. Ms. Epp agreed that this is a possibility. Mayor Kranstuber summarized that the motion on the table is to provide a 30 x 30 tent and staff to take up and tear down. He asked Ms. Puskarcik if staff is available to do this. Mr. Hahn stated that if the City Manager requests it, he will assure that staff is available. Brief discussion followed. Mr. McCash stated that a consistent goal setting theme is revitalization of Old Dublin. If providing a tent and staff will help them to draw crowds and allow for gathering opportunities, he believes it is a minor investment toward achieving the greater goal. Mr. Adamek stated that he agrees to a point. He will approve this request reluctantly because during the past two years, after grant approval, this group came back and r requested additional funds. He believes that there is an issue of fairness to other groups I who live within budget. Ms. Epp apologized for their late request which came after exhausting every other possibility for obtaining a tent. Vote on the motion - Mr. Peterson, yes; Ms. Hide Pittaluga, yes; Mr. McCash, yes; Mr. Adamek, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; MayorKranstuber, yes. Ms. Grigsby asked if the grant should be pro-rated in view of the lesser number of strolls? Mr. Adamek stated that his recommendation would be to leave the grant in place as previously approved. I I Ii ,I I ,j !' , RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of Meeting '""Q#-~P_~~~_P_P_~"'~Q#~_#_#_~~--~---~~~-~_p_#_~~,-~--"'d_dDUDlrfi~crty~CounC1r'1Vteeufig'-'~#__P_--~d'~P_P~-#-Pag~e'#5Q#PPQ#'--~'~P"~--Q#~-~'~'P_~----__WQ#P_d"'_~#_'Q#-- DAYTON LEGAL BLANK CO.. FORM NO 10148 HeM J1lly 6, 1999 19 Ms. Hide Pittaluga stated: 1. The parking sign concepts for Old Dublin contained in the packet are very nice, - but she believes that public and private parking area signs need more differentiation. 2. She will be out oftown July 15 through July 18. Mr. Adamek commented that it has come to his attention that Qwest, a Dublin employer, is seeking to expand and they are discussing expansion opportunities with other communities as well. He moved to direct staff to work with Duke Realty to create an incentive package to retain and allow for Qwest Communications to grow in Dublin. Mr. Reiner seconded the motion. Vote on the motion - Ms. Hide Pittaluga, yes; Mr. Peterson, yes; Mayor Kranstuber, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mr. McCash, yes; Mr. Adamek, yes. Mr. Hansley stated that with this broad motion, staff would take direction to bring an innovative package to Council based upon input from the developer and the user. In the past, staff has tailored inducement packages on a case by case basis - sometimes site specific. The goal would be to be responsive to the needs of Qwest and sensitive to Council's previous direction on similar issues. Mr. McCash noted that before anything is finalized, he would prefer that some options be given to Council for their consideration. ~ Mr. Hansley responded that there is no way to communicate regarding an inducement proposal other than in open session. Economic development is not an executive session matter unless it involves land purchase. Staff will therefore bring to Council a proposal for them to either approve or to modify. Mayor Kranstuber stated that perhaps staffwill bring Duke's proposal to Council and recommend what staff can support. Duke is entitled to have Council's consideration of their proposal, whether or not staff can recommend any or all of it. Ms. Hide Pittaluga asked if Council members can individually contact the City Manager with questions on the proposed inducement. Mr. Hansley responded that Council members can do so. He cannot, of course, meet with individual members of Council which would constitute a circumventing ofthe open meeting law. There is case law on this point. Mr. McCash noted that his preference would be that staffkeep Council advised of what direction they are headed with this inducement so that concerns can be addressed. Mr. Hansley responded that within limits, this can be done. Mayor Kranstuber noted that all of these communications would be a public record. ~ Ms. Hide Pittaluga commented that she is very excited about the opportunity to have Qwest expand in Dublin. Mayor Kranstuber added that in fairness to staff, the issue is not retention of Qwest, but rather, what is an appropriate amount of incentive based upon previous policy of Council over the last 10 to 12 years. It will be Council's decision whether to support the proposal. Mr. Reiner commented: 1. Thanks to staff for the great Fourth of July celebration. Citizens believe that the money is well spent for such a fantastic event. The fireworks were exceptionally nice, the music was patriotic - it was a great day! Mr. Hansley added that a special thanks is in order for the many community volunteers who served at the event. . I I II d .I~'~'i::!;: !'~:IU1Hn. t1:liil I 'I',! " RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS ""h~h~~'~~_'_'_'h"#b~"'~'~~~h,~M}!!}l t~L<2i~'~_~-'~'~~h~~"~-'#b~~~#bUU15Tilr~CitycouncITlVreefiilg#b~~-#b_~~~~--'P~rgeo~q#bq~"~~h__~~_~~ee!l!!~~h~~~~~~~'~~' DAYfON LEGAL BLANK CO.. FORM NO 10148 ReIn July 6, 1999 19 2. He may be out of town for the August 9 Council meeting. - Mr. Adamek noted that he will be out of town for the July 19 Council meeting. Mayor Kranstuber commented: 1. There was a letter in tonight's folder from a resident regarding the traffic signal timing along Avery-Muirfield. Could staff respond specifically to the issues raised, including the Fourth of July traffic problems? Mr. Hansley stated that staff will respond to him. They will also use this input for next year's traffic planning. 2. Most of Council has met or spoken with Craig Barnum regarding issues in Old Dublin. Does Council have any creative ideas on how to address the problems? Mr. McCash suggested that Code Enforcement work with the property owners to clean up the alleys and mow the weeds. The City also needs to do their part in maintenance and upkeep of the City property. Mr. Hansley responded that neither the owners nor the City have done enough to protect the investment made in Old Dublin. The City will make a renewed commitment to maintenance and mowing to help instill a sense of pride for Old Dublin property owners. Mr. McCash suggested that the traffic issues be considered under "Other" on an upcoming Council agenda. There is definitely a need for some traffic control at North Street near the Brazenhead to allow for cross traffic. Mr. Hansley noted that once the new bridge is open, the traffic volume will be reduced. --- At that time, some type oftraffic diversion in the area can be considered. Ms. Clarke noted that a consultant has been retained by the City to look at the feasibility of a median through Old Dublin along 161; the possibility of a bypass that would route traffic north of the library and out of the Bridge and High intersection; and to study parking turnover and to identify opportunities for additional parking in Old Dublin. Mr. Hansley stated that the bigger policy issue is whether Dublin wants to allocate funding to redevelop Old Dublin to the same level as cities like Gahanna and Grove City. Their projects were done with the assistance of federal dollars. Mr. Peterson stated that the Old Dublin task force comprised of Dave King, Gene Belew, Don Hunter and himself met and agreed that a short term approach of code enforcement is needed as well as a long-term revitalization approach. Mr. King is to contact Mr. Hansley regarding assembling a resource base from other cities around the country to find out how they proceeded with this type of redevelopment. Mr. Hansley stated that, hopefully, some informal discussion can take place at an upcoming CIP session about how this will fit into the proposed CIP. Mr. Reiner commented that the implementation ofthe Community Plan will address the majority of the problems in Old Dublin. It is also important that the business owners and operators in Old Dublin work together as a unit to address problems such as parking on the basis of what is good for everyone. 3. Mayor Kranstuber received a letter from Nick Koogler regarding the possibility of "...-.. building a skate park in Dublin. Mr. Hahn had suggested that the students bring this to Council's attention to see ifthere was support for the idea. Mayor Kranstuber noted that this would be a good way to increase recreational opportunities for youth in the community, and suggested that the concept be referred to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission for review. Mr. Hahn noted that staffhas started compiling some research. Mr. Koogler had suggested locating this in the City's parkland in the northeast quad, but development of that parkland is not included at this time on the five-year plan. For near-term projects, there is other centrally located parkland where this may be appropriate, i.e., the FarrelllNyrop property. Another suggested location would be at Darree Fields. Mayor Kranstuber moved to refer the proposal for a skate park in Dublin to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission. I I II i.lll:i1J!h ::.""w,, ill '! "'I " !it, , .. ""N ~'~'I',"'1"1"l"-'!"""';'<!''''H''~'!;'1'l:'1I'%I <~I it: ~it'I'I11W~'1t:;:I!i1Iiij' i'~I'~:1! .i '111i'!~H RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS h~~_~'d~~~dd~ddh~~d~~~Qh__'d:~:E!l~l~2d~2.L~~dQd~'d~~~~~Qdd~~~DTIDTin~CifyT:ouncir1VreQefii1gddd~ddff_d~dffYage/d-~'~~dhh~Qd_~~~~E~~'~~_d~~~d~~' DAYTON LEGAL BLANK CO. FORM NO. 10148 Relcl July 6, 1999 19 Ms. Hide Pittaluga seconded the motion. V ote on the motion - Mr. McCash, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mr. Adamek, yes; Ms. Hide "..-. Pittaluga, yes; Mayor Kranstuber, yes; Mr. Peterson, yes. 4. Mayor Kranstuber reminded Council that the Southwest Traffic Task Force will make a comprehensive report to Council at the July 19 Council meeting. 5. Mayor Kranstuber asked that the Legal Department provide an update on the case from Twinsburg, Ohio regarding the legality of Mayor's Courts. Mr. Smith agreed to do so. Mr. Hansley noted that Jan Moody Patterson is in the audience tonight. She brought to the City's attention that the Gelpi property was on the market and suggested that it would make a good addition to the arts community. He emphasized that the addition of this property will help to enhance the partnership between the City and the Arts Council. He acknowledged Ms. Patterson for her efforts. as adjourned at 8:50 p.m. ~ .- ~<2-~ Clerk of Council ".....-