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Held October 15, 2001
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Mayor Kranstuber called the Dublin City Council meeting of October 15,2001 to order at
7:00 p.m.
Mr. Peterson led the Pledge of Allegiance.
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! Council members present were: Mayor Kranstuber, Vice Mayor Adamek, Mrs. Boring,
Ms. Chinnici-Zuercher, Mr. McCash, Mr. Peterson and Mr. Reiner.
Staff members present were: Mr. Hansley, Mr. Ciarochi, Ms. Grigsby, Mr. Smith, Ms.
Clarke, Mr. Kindra, Mr. McDaniel, Ms. Crandall, Ms. Puskarcik, Mr. Hahn, Mr. Price,
Mr. Husenitza, and Ms.Uhl.
Approval of Minutes
Mayor Kranstuber moved approval of the October 1, 2001 Council meeting minutes as
submitted.
Mr. Adamek seconded the motion.
Vote on the motion - Mr. McCash, abstain; Ms. Chinnici-Zuercher, yes; Vice Mayor
Adamek, yes; Mr. Peterson, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes; Mayor Kranstuber,
yes.
Correspondence
The Clerk reported that no correspondence requiring Council action had been received.
Citizen Comments
Craig Baldridge, Board member, Dublin Convention and Visitors Bureau (DCVB),
presented a DCVB report, noting that the Board has recently selected Torn Dirnke, of
,,......... Cardinal Health, to fill an empty corporate representation seat. The Chamber Board also
. I held its annual retreat today, at which they discussed goals and defined their program. He
introduced Scott Dring to provide more information.
Scott Dring, Executive Director, DCVB, stated that he has enjoyed his first six weeks as
executive director. He is particularly grateful that the Bureau enjoys an excellent working
relationship with the City. He summarized the overall goals for the Bureau for the next
few months. The primary goal is to increase bed tax revenue. An informational handout
provided to Council reveals that January through June 2001, the revenue was up 16%.
This was probably due to the addition of Embassy Suites and Hilton Garden Inn Hotel.
However, the September 11 th terrorist event has affected the hotel industry; early surveys
show that during the past month, the hotels have experienced a 15-30% decrease in
occupancy rates. At year-end, it is expected to show a 7 to 12% decrease in revenue.
During the next few months, the Bureau will focus on the business/corporate side ofthe
market. They are also utilizing new media and technology. He encouraged the use of
their new web site, www.dublinvisit.org. They are also developing an interactive CD,
which will be sent to meeting planners. Finally, they are working on creating awareness
of the visitor/community center, which opened last March with City Council's support. In
the future, he looks fonvard to meeting with individual Council members to gain their
insight on the DCVB and its future partnership with the City.
Wallace Maurer, 7451 Dublin Road, stated that he understands that there are three Council
- seats open for this fall's election. Due to his interaction with Council, he has occasionally
been asked why he doesn't run for a seat. His answer is that he sees his role in the
democratic process as one to confront Council with provocative questions and ideas.
During the last few years, he has pursued three major issues: (1) the appropriateness of
closed Council sessions on any subject; (2) the suggestion for an Irish theater, anq. (3) the
Dublin Road bikepath.
Staff Comments
Mr. Ciarochi:
1. Stated that the request of Germain Properties, listed under "Other" on tonight's
agenda, has been dropped. The petitioner paid the $63,800 due on the tree
replacement fee waiver.
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2. Reminded Council ofthe grand opening of the Emerald Parkway bridge over S.R.
33/161 on Wednesday, October 17, at 4:30 p.m.
3. Noted that the revised version ofthe concept plan for the Glick-Muirfield
intersection in Council packets was provided perhaps too hastily~ Although staff
~ did focus on cost reduction measures, further review of the Council record clarified
that Council had requested that the water features be reworked to a water
recirculating fountain at that location. The plan will be reworked and provided to
Council before staff moves forward.
Mr. Adamek stated that the language in #5 of the memo should be revised to read, "mature
trees not in conflict with the road design."
Mr. Smith:
1. Stated that over the past two weeks he has been involved in discussions with the
Shawnee Hills representatives and their attorney, Mr. Celebreeze, over the various
issues regarding the Bogey Inn and sewer service. He requested sufficient time to
brief Council on the issues in detail before further discussion occurs. That
discussion has been removed from tonight's agenda.
Ms. Puscarcik:
1. Introduced two new employees in the Division of Community Relations: Colleen
Moran-Gilger, who will work in the area of event liaison, concentrating on resident
relations and as a contact for City Council; also, Cristie Keller, previously a
Community Relations intern, whose area of emphasis will be the departments of
Development and Finance. She has been working on the S.R. 33/161 Ribbon
Cutting Ceremony scheduled for Wednesday.
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Reco~nition/Proclamations :
Mayor Kranstuber read a proclamation recognizing Firefighter Matt Modlich for his Ohio
Task Force One rescue efforts following the September 11 terrorist attack and proclaiming
Friday, October 19th as Firefighter Matthew Modlich Day in the City of Dublin.
Firefighter Modlich spoke briefly about his experience in New York City and thanked the
City for the care given to his family in his absence.
Chief Bostic also thanked the City for joining efforts with the Washington Township
Trustees to support Firefighter Modlich's rescue mission in New York City.
LEGISLATION
INTRODUCTION & FIRST READING
Ordinance 127-01 - An Ordinance Amending Chapter 35 of the Codified Ordinances
to Revise the Fee and Service Charge Revenue/Cost Comparison System and
Establishing a Schedule of Fees and Service Charges for City of Dublin Services.
Mr. Adamek introduced the ordinance.
Mr. Hansley stated that this is an annual housekeeping item. Staff requests a second
reading/public hearing at the November 5 Council meeting.
Ms. Grigsby noted that the cost study is scheduled for review by the Finance Committee
~ on Monday, October 22.
Mrs. Boring reminded the public that Council committee meetings are open to the public.
Ordinance 128-01 - An Ordinance Directing the Law Director of the City of
Dublin to Petition the County Commissioners of Franklin County, Ohio for
Annexation of Approximately 3.36 Acres of Land, Located at 6950 Dublin
Road, to the City of Dublin, and Repealing Ordinance Nos. 82-01 and 110-01,
and Declaring an Emergency.
Mayor Kranstuber introduced the ordinance.
Mr. Smith stated that the City owns this property and has previously filed a
petition for annexation using the legal description obtained when purchase of the
property was made. Because of the S.R. 745 widening, the legal description
requires amendment.
Mayor Kranstuber moved to dispense with the public hearing and treat this as emergency
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legislation.
Ms. Chinnici-Zuercher seconded the motion.
V ote on the motion: Mr. Peterson, yes; Mr. Adamek, yes; Mr. McCash, yes; Mrs.
Boring, yes; Ms. Chinnici-Zuercher, yes; Mayor Kranstuber, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes.
,..-.. Vote on the Ordinance: Mr. Reiner, yes; Mr. McCash, yes; Mr. Peterson, yes; Mr.
Adamek, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes; Mayor Kranstuber, yes; Ms. Chinnici-Zuercher,
yes.
Ordinance 129-01 - An Ordinance to Accept the Lowest/Best Bid for the
Brandon Woods Nature Trail Project.
Mr. Adamek introduced the ordinance.
There will be a second reading/public hearing at the November 5 Council meeting.
Ordinance 130-01 - An Ordinance Waiving Competitive Bidding
Requirements, Pursuant to Section 8.04 ("Con tracting Procedures"),
Paragraph C ("Waiver of Competitive Bidding"), For the Procurement of
Sidewalk Construction on Waterford Drive and South High Street and
Acceptance of Price Quote from McDaniels Construction Company, and
Declaring an Emergency.
Mr. Adamek introduced the ordinance.
Mayor Kranstuber invited public comment.
Kathy Underwood. 236 Waterford Drive, stated that she and her husband have
resided at this address, without sidewalks, for 22 years. Their preference is that
sidewalks not be installed. She inquired where the request originated to install
~' sidewalks on their street, and why Council would consider this an emergency and
dispense with the opportunity for a public hearing?
Mr. Ciarochi stated that this discussion originated last December when the
Community Development Committee was reviewing improvements in Old Dublin.
At that meeting, a resident offered COl1ll11ents to the Committee that it would be
desirable to have more pedestrian linkages to the Old Dublin area. As a result,
when the Committee developed the list of priorities for the project that could be
accomplished this year, these sidewalk connections were identified and brought
forward. It was also determined desirable to tie these sidewalks into the street
resurfacing program, as there was already a bidding process or contract in place for
that purpose. When the contractor advised Council that he would be unable to
complete this portion prior to next year, Council directed staff to attempt to find a
way to accomplish it this year. Staff did identify another contractor, but it required
specific action accepting the proposal without the formal bidding procedure. For
this reason, it is listed as an emergency measure.
Mr. McCash inquired about the portion that is routed along Waterford Drive.
Were those residents informed of the Community Development meeting, so they
could provide input?
~ Mr. Smith responded that they were not individually notified.
Ms. Underwood inquired if the sidewalks are proposed for both sides of
Waterford, and if so, why?
Mr. Ciarochi stated that the staff was attempting to install them on at least the
north side of the street.
Ms. Underwood inquired if residents on the south side had responded in some way
to eliminate the possibility of the sidewalk on their side ofthe street.
Mr. Ciarochi responded that they had not.
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Joann Higgins. 162 Waterford Drive, stated that she has also been a resident of
Waterford Village for 22 years. She was made aware of this proposal due to an
unrelated construction easement plan; however, they have been unable to
determine who initiated the request. The president of the Waterford Civic
- Association was not aware of it. She then conducted a door-to-door survey on
Waterford. Of the 14 people surveyed, four stated they were in favor it, ten
opposed a sidewalk - most were not previously aware that it had been proposed.
She hopes that Council will take into consideration the preferences of the residents
of Waterford. Ms. Higgins presented the list of resident signatures to Council.
Mayor Kranstuber stated that he has spoken with other residents in the
neighborhood and conducted some research on the issue today. He stated that he
lived in Waterford from 1982 - 1995, and the residents previously had been under
the assumption that obtaining sidewalks in the area would entail an assessment to
the property owners. He noted that some of the residents are in favor of the
pedestrian linkage to Old Dublin.
Mr. McCash stated that he supports the brick sidewalk connection down the west
side of South High Street. However, no one in Waterford was aware that Council
would be taking this under consideration until very recently. He asked if the plan
would be to continue the sidewalk down Monterey Drive.
Mayor Kranstuber responded that Monterey Drive already has a sidewalk along
one side of the street. Waterford Drive is the only area without sidewalks.
~ Mr. McCash suggested that no action be taken until staff has met with the
neighborhood association and allowed opportunity for resident input. This is the
general practice, and was unintentionally overlooked in this case.
Ms. Higgins noted that there was already a path to Old Dublin from Waterford,
consisting ofthe walkway through the cemetery, which is accessed from Monterey
Drive. She noted that it would also make more sense to locate the sidewalk on the
other side of the street, where the homes are set back further. She added that
within the last ten years, the City has added street trees that will all have to be
removed to provide this walkway.
Mrs. Boring stated that at times it is necessary for Council to make unpopular
decisions; however, Council has always tried to involve the affected residents. She
has also been informed that at one time there was a plan for the bikepath to be
constructed at the rear of the properties on one side of the street, and that is why
those houses do not have the larger setback. In view of the need to investigate the
bikepath and setback issue as well as actively involve these residents in the
discussion, she favors delaying action at this time.
Mr. Reiner inquired if the street trees would indeed be removed.
- Mr. Kindra responded that an attempt would be made to save as many as possible
by meandering the sidewalk.
Mr. Reiner inquired how temporarily removing this component would affect the
bid.
Mr. Ciarochi responded that, if delayed, the sidewalk project could be difficult to
complete with the fall projects, but, because of the concerns, perhaps it should be
deferred until spring.
Mayor Kranstuber inquired how the resident input would be obtained.
Mr. Reiner suggested that staff first meet with the civic association.
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Mr. McCash moved to direct staff to work with the neighborhood association and
affected residents to inform them of this project, gather feedback and report back
to Council.
Mr. Reiner seconded the motion.
~ Vote on the motion: Ms. Chinnici-Zuercher, yes; Mayor Kranstuber, yes; Mr.
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Reiner, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes; Mr. McCash, yes; Mr. Peterson, yes; Mr. Adamek,
yes.
Mr. McCash moved that staff proceed with obtaining bids to complete the portion
of the brick sidewalk along the west side of South High Street, which was part of
this proj ect.
Mrs. Boring seconded the motion.
Vote on the motion: Ms. Chinnici-Zuercher, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mr. Peterson,
yes; Mr. Adamek, yes; Mr. McCash, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes; Mayor Kranstuber,
yes.
Ordinance 131-01 - An Ordinance Amending the Annual Appropriations for
the Fiscal Year Ending December 31, 2001.
Mayor Kranstuber introduced the ordinance.
Mr. Hansley stated that Ms. Grigsby provided a detailed memo with the
legislation.
Mayor Kranstuber moved to dispense with a public hearing.
Mr. Adamek seconded the motion.
Vote on the motion: Mrs. Boring, yes; Mr. McCash, yes; Mr. Peterson, yes; Mr.
Adamek, yes; Ms. Chinnici-Zuercher, yes; Mayor Kranstuber, yes; Mr. Reiner,
yes.
~ Vote on the Ordinance: Mr. McCash, yes; Ms. Chinnici-Zuercher, yes; Mayor
Kranstuber, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes; Mr. Adamek, yes; Mr.
Peterson, yes.
Ordinance 132-01 - An Ordinance Authorizing the Purchase of a 0.0965 Acre, More
or Less, Permanent Utility Easement, from Swickard Enterprises, Located South of
Woerner-Temple Road and East of Avery Road, City of Dublin, County of Franklin,
State of Ohio.
Mr. Adamek introduced the ordinance.
Mr. Smith stated that is a purchase related to the utility easement for the golf course on the
property located across from the Galli Park property.
There will be a second reading/public hearing at the November 5 Council meeting.
INTRODUCTION & PUBLIC HEARING - RESOLUTIONS
Resolution 48-01 - A Resolution Adopting a Statement of Services for a
Proposed Annexation of 42.387+/- Acres to the City of Dublin from Concord
Township, Delaware County. (Richard Brahm, Agent for Petitioners
Muirfield Village Golf Club and City of Dublin)
Mayor Kranstuber introduced the Resolution.
Mr. Hansley stated that State statute requires that Council adopt a statement of
services prior to the County Commissioners' public hearing. This land is located
south of Glick Road and east of Dublin Road.
J"olo- Vote on the Resolution: Mr. Adamek, yes; Mr. McCash, yes; Ms. Chinnici-
l Zuercher, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mr. Peterson, yes; Mayor
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Mr. McCash stated that the land use maps provided by the Planning division are
unclear. He is uncertain if it indicates mixed use or office.
Mr. Smith responded that the map in the Community Plan is difficult to decipher.
Although he believes it is currently residential use, the Council has the option of
changing the zoning when it is annexed to the City. Staff will have more
information on land use when it returns to Council for on the annexation. He
added that the City is a party in this annexation as they own the strip of land
abutting the road.
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Resolution 49-01 - A Resolution Adopting a Statement of Services for a
Proposed Annexation of 99+/- Acres to the City of Dublin from Jerome
Township, Union County. (Robert Albright, Agent for Petitioners Susan K.
1""'-. Woerner, John Carroll Woerner, Lillian Irene Woerner, and Periodical
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Charter & Leasing, Inc.)
Mr. Adamek introduced the Resolution.
Mr. Hansley stated that this area is located to the northwest of Riviera Golf
Course, which is planned for residential development. It is outside the boundaries
of the Metro Park proposal.
V ote on the Resolution: Mrs. Boring, yes; Mayor Kranstuber, yes; Mr. Reiner,
yes; Ms. Chinnici-Zuercher, yes; Mr. McCash, yes; Mr. Adamek, yes; Mr.
Peterson, yes.
Resolution 50-01 - A Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Any and
All Agreements and Related Documents Necessary to Effectuate An Exchange of
Land with the Indian Run United Methodist Church of Dublin, Inc.
Mr. Adamek introduced the Resolution.
Mr. Smith stated that this is a land swap whereby the church is providing the City an
easement, and the City is providing them a piece of property for their sign. Staff also
requests that Council consider a fee waiver for the sign permit for a new sign as part of
this negotiation, since the City moved the church's sign to install the bikepath.
Vote on the Resolution: Mr. Peterson, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mr.
Adamek, yes; Mr. McCash, yes; Mayor Kranstuber, yes; Ms. Chinnici-Zuercher, yes.
Mr. Adamek moved to grant the fee waiver for a sign permit for Indian Run Methodist
-.. Church.
Mr. Peterson seconded the motion.
Vote on the motion: Ms. Chinnici-Zuercher, yes; Mr. Peterson, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mrs.
Boring, yes; Mr. McCash, yes; Mr. Adamek, yes; Mayor Kranstuber, yes.
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Discussion of Request for Three-Way Stop Sign at Shannon ParkIV alley Down!
Gullway Bay with Representatives of Shannon Village Homeowners Association.
Mr. Ciarochi stated that the material provided to Council, which was also provided
in response to an earlier request this year, indicates that a three-way stop is not
warranted. This request differs in that it considers the possibility of traffic calming
for the area.
Jodi Emig, President. Shannon Village Homeowners' Association, presented a list
ofthe top ten reasons Shannon Village needs a three-way stop at the comer of
Gullway Bay, Shannon Park Drive and Valleydown Road:
1. Increased traffic due to motorists using the neighborhood as a bypass to
avoid the light in front of the high school;
2. Poor visibility at the southeast comer of Gullway and Shannon Park for
turning in either direction;
3. Dangerous conditions at this intersection due to lack of sidewalks on
Gullway Bay and the east side of Shannon Park near this intersection;
~ 4. There have been many near misses of people and animals in the
neighborhood;
5. The traffic checker that was used in the neighborhood a year ago was not in
place for an adequate period of time in which to obtain an accurate read of
the volume of traffic in this neighborhood;
6. The residents feel strongly that traffic calming is necessary for these safety
reasons;
7. There is more traffic in this neighborhood than at other nearby
intersections, which do have three-way stops, such as the comer of Literary
and Adventure;
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8. The proximity to both the high school and Coffman Park put them at
greater exposure and risk to excessive traffic at certain times of the day and
during City and school events;
9. A survey of the residents revealed that the majority of the residents were
~ highly concerned about the safety issues related to the way vehicles are
being driven in their neighborhood;
10. They are persistent in regard to the issues of safety and respectable driving
in their neighborhood and desire to work with the City to affect a positive
change for the residents.
Mr. Adamek inquired if Ms. Emig had spoken with staff regarding the
implementation of traffic calming measures in her neighborhood.
Ms. Emig stated that they have recently received the policy statement in response
to their request for traffic calming measures."' However, their preference is for a
stop sign. There is now more than 80% owner occupancy ofthe houses in their
area. There is a lot of activity related to small children, bikes, animals, and a
concern about safety, in view of the young drivers traveling through the
neighborhood.
Mr. Reiner inquired ifthe visibility problem was related to the entry feature or
trees.
Ms. Emig responded that it is due to foliage and a short brick wall on that comer.
-. Ms. Rendar stated that the problem is also due to a curve in the road. When a
driver stops on Gullway to turn, they cannot see an approaching car in time,
particularly if it is speeding.
Mr. Reiner inquired about the cost of running a traffic check at that intersection.
Mr. Kindra estimated $5,000 - $10,000.
Mrs. Boring stated that, in consideration of the City and school events involving
heavy traffic, compounded by the number of young drivers in this neighborhood,
the City should address the problem in some manner. If a stop sign is not the
solution, perhaps another traffic calming device would work. She inquired if it
would be necessary for the residents to pass a petition.
Mr. Adamek stated that this is a loop street, and would therefore be excluded from
the existing traffic calming policy. To address unique situations, the City should
look at the specific circumstances and include more subjectivity. In this case,
perhaps the proximity to the school should be factored in, and this intersection
could be excluded from the loop street restriction. It would also be necessary to
obtain the support of the neighborhood.
Mr. McCash stated that because it is a short loop street, traffic uses it to cut
....-.., through in order to avoid the traffic at the light. In the morning, traffic backs up 'l4
mile down Tara Hill. Perhaps in the morning, the timing of the traffic light could
be adjusted to allow more time to enter the school from Tara Hill.
Mayor Kranstuber stated that the consensus of Council is to waive the restrictions
for loop streets and request staff to review traffic calming options for this
intersection.
Ms. Emig requested clarification of the reason that a three-way stop cannot be
considered.
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Mr. Kindra stated that stop signs are traffic control devices, not traffic calming.
The Ohio Revised Code requires that a certain volume of traffic on each street of
the intersection, the occurrence of accidents, and other factors must exist before a
traffic sign is warranted. For the City to install a traffic sign, they would be
"....-... violating the state law. However, traffic-calming devices can be used in places
where a stop sign cannot.
Mayor Kranstuber reiterated that a stop sign cannot be used to slow traffic but only
to actually control it. In cases where there is a close call, Council can make a
decision to install a control device - or stop sign. But where the study clearly does
not warrant a stop sign, Council cannot violate state law.
Ms. Emig stated that there are other intersections in the City which have stop signs
that do not have the volume of traffic that this intersection does. She suggested
that perhaps the traffic count was done in a low volume time period, which would
not be an accurate study.
Mr. Adamek moved to direct staff to work with Shannon Park residents to explore
traffic calming measures for their neighborhood, due to the proximity to the high
school, excluding them :from the loop street policy restrictions, and that staff study
the intersection to identify ways to improve visibility, such as restricting parking at
the comer or pruning trees to immediately effect a safer environment for the
neighborhood.
Ms. Chinnici-Zuercher seconded the motion.
V ote on the motion: Mr. Peterson, yes; Mr. Adamek, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mayor
".--. Kranstuber, yes; Ms. Chinnici-Zuercher, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes; Mr. McCash, yes.
Council Round Table/Committee Reports
Mrs. Boring:
1. Referred to a memo regarding the bikeway ramp :from Memorial Drive, asking if
staff required any action from Council regarding this item.
Mr. Ciarochi stated that no action is needed. This memo was merely an update to make
Council aware that action has been initiated to implement the suggested changes.
Mrs. Boring inquired ifit could be added to the current project underway so it could be
completed with the remainder ofthe project.
Mr. Ciarochi stated that it has been added.
Mr. McCash:
1. Stated that there is a need to schedule a Finance Committee Meeting to review bed
tax applications. This will be scheduled after members review their calendars for
an available date.
2. Someone called asking why the detours for work on S.R. 33 route traffic all the
way down Post Road to return to S.R. 33 rather than diverting them to Perimeter
Drive. Could that detour be changed to Perimeter Drive?
Mr. Kindra stated that there was a painting project on Emerald Parkway, which required a
detour. That project is now completed, and the road is reopened. However, the State is
also posting a detour tonight and tomorrow night for the placement of the beams on the
- Rings Road bridge. Mr. Kindra will check to see that the detour signs are removed :from
Post Road.
Mr. Peterson:
1. Noted that a member of the Community Service Advisory Commission (CSAC)
has resigned. The Clerk has provided him with the names of four other individuals
who had applied in the last process as well as one new application. He suggested
that copies of those applications/resumes be provided to the members of the
Administrative Committee for review.
Mrs. Boring suggested that the Council Clerk advertise for the Planning and Zoning
Commission (P&Z) position that will be vacated in January, when Amy Salay leaves the
Commission to serve on Council.
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Mr. Adamek suggested advertising for the other board/commission seats which will be
available on April 1.
Following discussion, Council consensus was to advertise and interview only for the open
positions on the Planning and Zoning Commission and the Community Services Advisory
--- Commission, and to schedule the interviews for P&Z and CSAC on Monday, November
26th.
Mr. Reiner:
1. Inquired if Council members' attendance is required for the meeting scheduled on
November 13th with Historic Dublin landowners.
Mr. Ciarochi stated that it is not. The meeting is being held in regard to the stormwater
assessment being conducted. It will be an information gathering meeting with residents to
allow the consultants an opportunity to learn what types of flooding situations the property
owners have experienced.
2. Recently observed in Upper Arlington that 490 wheelchair ramps are being torn
out and must be replaced. He was told by a contractor that only one City in the area had
constructed the ramps correctly, and that was the City of Dublin. Kudos to Mr. Kindra!
Mayor Kranstuber:
1. Stated that Janet Axene, who lives in Old Dublin, behind the Brazenhead, has
informed him that the sewer odor problem in Old Dublin has become unbearable.
Mr. Herskowitz, City Engineer, stated that in January 2000, in response to citizen
complaints about odors related to the West Branch sewer interceptor construction, the City
began a temporary program to mitigate the odor problem until the City of Columbus could
design and construct the new odor control facility. The new biofilter system became
? operational October 8th, and Dublin discontinued its chemical additive program on
October 9th. Immediately, on October 9th, the City began to receive complaints from the
residents that the new biofilter is ineffective. The citizens have requested that Dublin
resume the biochemical program, should the biofilter remain inadequate.
Mayor Kranstuber inquired about the severity ofthe problem.
Mr. Herskowitz stated that Ms. Axene's is an older home, without some of the current
safeguards.
Mayor Kranstuber inquired ifthe City can assess the cause, or is it considered the property
owner's responsibility?
Mr. Hansley responded that although it is the City of Columbus's problem, Dublin's
informal policy has always been that it will take any steps necessary to assist Dublin's
residents. Mr. Herskowitz can continue to work with Ms. Axene to assess the problem
and, perhaps, it will be possible to propose some cost-sharing solutions.
Ms. Chinnici-Zuercher:
1. Referred to a copy of a letter to Ms. Puskarcik from business owners regarding the
annual Kiwanis Frog Jump held in Old Dublin.
Ms. Puskarcik stated that she has spoken with Tim Picciano, who will assist in scheduling
a meeting with some the residents in Old Dublin to discuss the residents' concerns.
Ms. Chinnici-Zuercher inquired ifthere is another suitable location that would not
negatively impact the businesses.
- Ms. Puskarcik stated that they have considered other options. There has been a suggestion
to use the grassy area at the corner of Bridge and High streets. However, the City has
hesitated scheduling any additional events on that corner, as citizens may become
accustomed to using that as an event corner.
Mrs. Boring noted that this event was held at another location in past years, and the Old
Dublin residents asked that it be moved back to Old Dublin.
Mr. Hansley stated that it was held at Sells Middle School for a few years, then moved
back to Old Dublin at the request of some ofthe Old Dublin residents.
Mr. Adamek noted that in his opinion, it would be wise not to move the event to the
grassy area at this busy intersection in consideration of the safety ofthe small children
who could chase the frogs into the street.
2. Stated that MORPC is updating its Emergency Preparedness Plan to be more
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2. Stated that MORPC is updating its Emergency Preparedness Plan to be more
inclusive and deal with more significant issues related to the September 11 th event.
Dublin will be involved in that process.
3. Noted that there are new population estimates, and because the City's annual fee
for MORPC participation is based on population, it will increase slightly.
4. The main MORPC meeting discussion concerned Resolution 23-01, which
J addresses sewage treatment systems.
Mr. Hansley stated that the Sunday issue of the Columbus Dispatch contained an article on
this topic in relation to the Big Darby. It concerns the issue of application oftreated
sewage to golf courses as an alternative to sewage treatment at municipally owned or
controlled plants. Columbus is attempting to obtain approval from the Ohio EP A of a new
plan that would outlaw any additional land application sewage systems, such as that at
Tartan Fields. Presently, EP A is somewhat wavering on the issue. MORPC's position is
regional, in that the Columbus plan does not allow for these land applied sewage systems.
This is more of an issue between Columbus and Franklin County. The county has
eliminated some funding for MORPC on the basis of this issue. Dublin continues to
support Columbus in this effort.
5. Inquired about a response to Denise King's letter, written on behalf of the Nature
Conservancy, regarding the ingress and egress issues for the office building the Nature
Conservancy occupies along Riverside Drive.
Mr. Hansley stated that he has asked Mr. Ciarochi study this, determine the best solution
and report back to Council.
Mr. Adamek:
1. Wished Ms. Clarke, Clerk of Council a happy birthday
~ 2. Reminded Council of:
(a) Bob Slavin, City Manager search consultant interviews on Tuesday and
Wednesday;
"--' (b) Emerald Parkway Bridge opening ceremony on Wednesday afternoon;
(c) Thursday night, October 18, Halloween Spooktacular at the Recreation Center;
(d) Finance Committee Cost Study update on Monday, October 22nd.
Mayor Kranstuber:
1. Complimented Mr. Kindra on the Emerald Crossing bridge, which looks
wonderful.
2. Stated that the new Walgreen's design looks incomplete and incongruous with the
green windows. They do not seem compatible with the design.
Mayor Kranstuber moved to adjourn to executive session for legal and land matters.
Ms. Chinnici-Zuercher seconded the motion.
Vote on the motion - Ms. Chinnici-Zuercher, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mr.
McCash, yes; Mayor Kranstuber, yes; Mr. Peterson, yes, Mr. Adamek, yes.
Mayor Kranstuber announced that the meeting would not be reconvened following the
executive session.
The meeting was adjourned to executive session at 8:40 p.m.
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