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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06/02/2008RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS ~L~s of Dublin City Council _Meeting June 2, 2008 Mayor Chinnici-Zuercher called the Monday, June 2, 2008 Regular Meeting of Dublin City Council to order at 7:00 p.m. at the Dublin Municipal Building. Present were Mayor Chinnici-Zuercher, Vice Mayor Boring, Mr. Gerber, Mr. Keenan, Mr. Lecklider, Mr. Reiner and Ms. Salay. Staff members present were Ms. Brautigam, Mr. Smith, Ms. Grigsby, Mr. McDaniel, Mr. Langworthy, Mr. Harding, Ms. Puskarcik, Mr. Hammersmith, Ms. Ott, Ms. Hoyle, Mr. Phillabaum, Mr. Thurman, Ms. Husak, Mr. Richardson, and Ms. Fessler. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mr. Reiner led the Pledge of Allegiance. APPROVAL OF MINUTES • Regular Meeting of May 19, 2008 Mr. Lecklider moved to approve the minutes of the May 19, 2008 Regular Meeting. Vice Mayor Boring seconded the motion. Vote on the motion: Mr. Keenan, yes; Mr. Gerber, abstain, Mr. Lecklider, yes; Mayor Chinnici-Zuercher, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes; Ms. Salay, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes. CORRESPONDENCE The Clerk reported that there was no correspondence requiring Council action. PROCLAMATIONSISPECIAL RECOGNITION • Dublin Kiwanis 43rd Annual Frog Jump -Saturday, June 21, 2008 Mayor Chinnici-Zuercher welcomed Faith Levine, President of the Dublin Kiwanis and other representatives forward to accept a proclamation in recognition of the 43rd annual event in Coffman Park. The Kiwanians presented caps to Council and staff, with a Frog Jump logo and invited all to attend the event on June 21. • Grounds of Remembrance Community Support Jody Davids, member of Veterans Project Committee and Cardinal Health Executive VP of Global Shares Services presented a check for $150,000 from the Cardinal Health Foundation toward the "Grounds of Remembrance" in Dublin Veterans Park. She noted that this project is designed to honor the service and sacrifice of veterans in the community, and Cardinal Health is proud to play an important role in this endeavor. Mayor Chinnici-Zuercher expressed Council's, staff's and the community's deep gratitude to Ms. Davids, her family and the Cardinal Health family as well. She noted that the City is hopeful of breaking ground this summer on the project. She then read a proclamation in recognition of this donation and presented it to Ms. Davids, proclaiming Saturday, June 14, Flag Day, as "Cardinal Health Day" in the City of Dublin. CITIZEN COMMENTS Wallace Maurer, 7451 Dublin Road noted that at the end of the last Council meeting, Council Member Salay targeted him as a "waster of Council's time and a waster of Dublin's citizens' time and money" in that he repeatedly brought up the Kindra firing during the five-minute citizen comment portion. He is not going to challenge her statement, but she targeted the wrong cause in targeting him. That cause is a bit of evolutionary democracy, which her predecessors on Council injected into the procedure of Council. They were not mandated by the state constitution or other legislative authority to do so, nor threatened by any of those authorities to refuse it. Instead, it may have been conviction or generosity that led them to craft the portion of the agenda designated as, "Comments from Citizens." It is part of the law of this City. He reminded Council that each Mayor who has presided has underscored that this time is set aside for items not on the agenda. This law does not restrict the content or subject matter of that item, except that it RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS ~~s~f Dublin City Council Meeting June 2, 2008 Page 2 not be on the agenda. There is also no restriction upon frequency of a topic. Whai their motives were in establishing this portion of the agenda he is not certain. Perhaps generosity, or a conviction that the full health, security, safety and general welfare of the city is enhanced by citizens' capacity to vent. In fact, he did not bring up the Kindra firing for many months, other than indirectly through the freedom of speech issue. If any constituents contact him about wasting Council's time and money, he will listen to them, but will exercise his democratic right to respond. This is how democracy works. LEGISLATION Ordinance 31-08 Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into aPre-Annexation Agreement Describing the Intentions of the Parties to Annex Certain Real Property Owned by BVH Associates, Located in Perry Township. Mr. Gerber moved to postpone this item until the June 16 Council meeting. Mr. Keenan seconded the motion. Vote on the motion: Mr. Reiner, yes; Mr. Keenan, yes; Vice Mayor Boring, yes; Mayor Chinnici-Zuercher, yes; Mr. Lecklider, yes; Mr. Gerber, yes; Ms. Salay, yes. INTRODUCTION/FIRST READING -ORDINANCES Ordinance 33-08 Appropriating a Combined 1.429 Acres, More or Less, Fee Simple Interest (With 0.554 Acres, More or Less, Present Road Occupation), a 0.382 Acres, More or Less, Utility Easement, a 0.293 Acres, More or Less, Standard Highway Easement, and a Combined 0.428 Acres, More or Less, Temporary Construction Easement from Roger W. Gorden, Located on the East Side of Hyland-Croy Road, Township of Jerome, County of Union, State of Ohio, and Declaring an Emergency. Mr. Lecklider introduced the ordinance. Mr. Smith stated that following passage of the ordinance, Legal staff will deposit $349,000 with Union County courts. Staff continues to negotiate with Mr. Gorden, who has recently returned from out of state. He no longer resides on the property. This action will allow staff to move forward on the appropriation case. Wallace Maurer, 7451 Dublin Road asked if Mr. Gorden has any reasons to resist this, other than the amount of compensation offered to him. Mr. Smith responded that staff is not at liberty to discuss the land negotiations in this setting. Mr. Gerber moved to dispense with the public hearing and treat this as emergency legislation. Ms. Salay seconded the motion. Vote on the motion: Mr. Lecklider, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mr. Keenan, yes; Mayor Chinnici-Zuercher, yes; Mr. Gerber, yes; Vice Mayor Boring, yes; Ms. Salay, yes. Vote on the Ordinance: Mr. Lecklider, yes; Mr. Gerber, yes; Vice Mayor Boring, yes; Mayor Chinnici-Zuercher, yes; Ms. Salay, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mr. Keenan, yes. Ordinance 34-08 Authorizing the Purchase of a 0.249 Acres, More or Less, Fee Simple Interest, with the Present Road Occupying 0.198 Acres, More or Less, a 0.096 Acres, More or Less, Standard Highway Easement, and a 0.043 Acres, More or Less, Temporary Construction Easement from John L. Vickers, Located West of Industrial Parkway and North of State Route 161, Township of Jerome, County of Union, State of Ohio, and Declaring an Emergency. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS DAYTON LEGAL BLANK~INC~FORM NO. 70148 June 2, 2008 Held - - Mr. Gerber introduced the ordinance. Page 3 Mr. Smith stated that this parcel is owned by Creative Paints, and the legislation is related to the relocation of Industrial Parkway. Mr. Vickers has accepted the City's appraisal and staff is recommending approval by emergency. Mayor Chinnici-Zuercher asked if the entire Creative Paints property is involved. Mr. Smith responded that this involves approximately one-third of the property. Mr. Gerber moved to dispense with the public hearing and treat as emergency legislation. Mr. Lecklider seconded the motion. Vote on the motion: Mr. Keenan, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Ms. Salay, yes; Mayor Chinnici-Zuercher, yes; Mr. Lecklider, yes; Mr. Gerber, yes; Vice Mayor Boring, yes. Vote on the Ordinance: Ms. Salay, yes; Vice Mayor Boring, yes; Mayor Chinnici- Zuercher, yes; Mr. Keenan, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mr. Gerber, yes; Mr. Lecklider, yes. Ordinance 35-08 Authorizing the Purchase of a 0.003 Acre, More or Less, Fee Simple Interest, and a 0.142 Acre, More or Less, Temporary Construction Easement from Williams Development, Ltd., Located at the Southeast Corner of Avery- Muirfield Drive and Post Road, City of Dublin, County of Franklin, State of Ohio, and Declaring an Emergency. Ms. Salay introduced the ordinance. Mr. Smith stated that the property owner has accepted the City's appraisal of $3,800. Staff requests passage by emergency. Mr. Gerber moved to dispense with the public hearing and treat as emergency legislation. Ms. Salay seconded the motion. Vote on the motion: Mr. Reiner, yes; Ms. Salay, yes; Mr. Gerber, yes; Mr. Lecklider, yes; Vice Mayor Boring, yes; Mayor Chinnici-Zuercher, yes; Mr. Keenan, abstain. Vote on the Ordinance: Mr. Reiner, yes; Ms. Salay, yes; Mr. Lecklider, yes; Vice Mayor Boring, yes; Mr. Gerber, yes; Mayor Chinnici-Zuercher, yes; Mr. Keenan, abstain. Ordinance 36-08 Adopting the Proposed Tax Budget for Fiscal Year 2009. Ms. Brautigam stated that this is the beginning of the budget process for 2009. Both Franklin and Delaware Counties require the City to provide them with the tax budget for 2009. Ms. Grigsby can respond to questions. There will be a second reading/public hearing at the June 16 Council meeting. Ordinance 37-08 Rezoning Approximately 16.17 Acres, Located on the East Side of Emerald Parkway at Intersection of Innovation Drive, from PCD, Planned Commerce District, to PUD, Planned Unit Development District. (Tuttle North - IGS -Case No. 08-0202) Ms. Salay introduced the ordinance. Mr. Langworthy that the project is located at the east terminus of Innovation Drive, between Emerald Parkway and I-270, just north of the Qwest property and across the highway from Ashland Chemical. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS _ __~i~~~s Qf Dublin City Council _ _ _M~eTin~ June 2, 2008 He Page 4 o The project consists of a number of phases. The first phase includes afour- story building of 100,800 square feet, with an underground parking garage. The second phase includes 75,600 square feet in a three-story building. The third portion of the project consists of a reserve area to the north on the other side of Cosgray ditch. o This area ultimately is under consideration by the City for a corporate park concept, consisting of small gathering spaces, strategically located to serve corporate residents. This may be the first implementation of this concept, proposed by Parks, in Dublin. Staff is continuing to work on this, and a proposal is under consideration by the applicant to deed this land to the City in order to implement this concept. o Access to the property is at the intersection of Innovation Drive and Emerald Parkway. It is a full service curb cut, and the drive leads to a roundabout intersection between what will eventually be the two buildings. A joint access is also proposed with the property to the south that will be primarily service oriented, although access will be available to both Qwest and IGS. o The later phase 2 land will be graded and seeded. The first phase of the project consists of the remaining properties that will also include the parking lot to the south, the pond, and the site improvements along I-270. o He shared a proposed elevation from I-270. Planning Commission asked that this particular elevation be improved with more articulation and that additional brick be added. The applicants have agreed to do so. o The principal reason this particular project comes back to Council at this time relates to the setback from I-270. In 1998, there was a setback proposed from I-270 that the applicants now want to alter. The current setback being requested is 113 feet. It is measured from the primary face of the building to the right-of-way. From the actual pavement on the roadway, the distance is about 196 feet. There were originally 193 feet of setback required. o He noted that there are two signs proposed: an 87 square foot sign on the building and a ground sign at the main entrance of 50 square feet. Both are within Code, as permitted by the text. Planning staff has reviewed the rezoning and preliminary development plan criteria, and staff and the P&Z Commission both recommend approval. They have also reviewed the land use principles applicable to this property and found the principles have been met. Planning recommends approval at second reading with four conditions as outlined in the Record of Action of May 15, 2008. He added that some minor text revisions must be included, and these will be provided by the second reading. He explained that a revision to the development text is necessary to allow alternative energy saving and creating devices to be approved with the final development plan. That has been added since the packet was sent out. Mayor Chinnici-Zuercher asked about the landscaping in front of the building. Will the entire landscaping along the freeway be done in Phase One? Mr. Langworthy responded affirmatively. The only item that will not be done in Phase One is the parking area for the second building. Ms. Salay asked about the alternative energy devices -specifically, how will these appear and fit into the overall design. Wili these be roof-mounted? Mr. Langworthy responded that they do not have a specific proposal at this time. It will be considered at the final development plan stage. This project is seeking LEED certification and this will be a factor. Ms. Salay asked for confirmation that the decision of whether the City will take over Reserve A will be made in the future. Mr. Langworthy responded that is correct. There is language in the text to accommodate the decision, either way. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Mi~ut~s of Dublin City Council Meetin.~ June 2, 2008 Page 5 Mr. Lecklider asked whether the City's new lighting regulations would apply to this parking lot. Mr. Langworthy responded affirmatively. The text refers to lighting in general. There is also a provision that indicates anything not addressed in the text is governed by the Zoning Code. Mr. Lecklider asked about the new parking regulation and the fact that 20 percent of the spaces will be devoted to compact cars. How did they arrive at that percentage? Mr. Langworthy responded he is not certain. There was some concern at both staff level and Planning Commission about the amount of parking, which exceeds the amount required. The applicant was forthcoming, and indicated they will need that level of parking based on the use. They compromised by offering compact car space provisions. Mayor Chinnici-Zuercher asked about the parkland dedication area. Is that the area to be used for the new corporate park concept? Mr. Langworthy responded affirmatively. Mayor Chinnici-Zuercher stated she has not heard about this concept previously. Would the existing tree line remain on their property and not be dedicated to the City? Mr. Langworthy responded that discussions are preliminary at this time, but he believes the City would want those trees included in the dedication. Mayor Chinnici-Zuercher asked if the corporate park would be developed by the company or if the City would participate in the development. Mr. Langworthy responded that this discussion is ongoing with the applicant. Their commitment in the current development text is to clean up the area and leave it in a meadow-like state. Ms. Salay asked about traffic control at Innovation and Emerald. At what point will that information be available? Mr. Langworthy responded that a traffic study will be required. Mr. Hammersmith may have further information on potential improvements. Jim Houk, Bird-Houk Collaborative, 600 Creekside Plaza, Gahanna stated that representatives from IGS and the design team are present to respond to any questions. They will also attend the next hearing. Mayor Chinnici-Zuercher thanked IGS for their decision to expand in Dublin. There will be a second reading/public hearing at the June 16 Council meeting. Ordinance 38-08 Rezoning Approximately 0.7 Acres, Located at the Northwest Corner of the Intersection of Bridge Street and High Street, to Amend a Previously Approved PUD, Planned Unit Development District. (Bridge and High Streets Development -Case No. 08-0342) Ms. Salay introduced the ordinance. Mr. Phillabaum noted that the original rezoning for this development was approved by Council on February 19, 2008. o The original development text called for up to 22,000 square feet of space within the mixed-use buildings. This rezoning will amend the text to increase the permitted amount of usable space within the buildings by 6,416 square feet. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Min~t~~f Dublin City Council Meeting He June 2, 2008 Page 6 o Planning Commission approved this rezoning with two conditions on May 15, 2008. o He showed slides depicting the site within the Historic District. Currently, the site is developed as a temporary municipal parking lot. The approved site plan consists of two, two-story buildings located along Bridge and High Streets with a total of 22,000 square feet of non-residential, mixed-use space, combined. o The buildings would be surrounded by City-owned public space containing a variety of patio and seating areas. o The additional square footage requested will be constructed as basement space within both buildings and will require no modifications to the approved site plan or building elevations. The proposed use of this additional space will be for tenant storage space, coolers, and building support functions such as janitorial space. o In addition to the 6,416 square feet of usable storage space, a portion of each basement will be dedicated as a location for building mechanical equipment, totaling 4,000 square feet o Per the proposed development text, the use of the basements for purposes of assembly such as dining areas, kitchen space, offices, etc. is prohibited. o The original approval of the development of two buildings included 22,000 square feet. With the proposed basements, the amount of occupiable space is 6,416 and non-occupiable space (for mechanicals) of 4,000 square feet. This brings the total of occupiable square footage to 28,400. The actual determination of the space division will be done at the time of the building permits and tenant fit-up. o The development text has been modified to reflect the additional square footage, and the previously approved development agreement with Stonehenge Company will need to be revised to reflect the increased square footage of usable space. o Due to the relative proximity and age of adjacent structures, blasting will be prohibited. Engineering will request that the applicant conduct a visual analysis and provide documentation of the foundations of the surrounding, adjacent structures prior to, during and following excavation and construction of the basements. This will ensure that the other structures are not impacted by these activities. Planning staff and the Planning & Zoning Commission have evaluated the proposal based on the criteria for rezoning and preliminary development, as summarized in the materials presented. Planning Commission recommends approval at the second reading with the two conditions outlined in the staff report. Mr. Dioun commented that he is present to respond to any questions. There will be a second reading/public hearing at the June 16 Council meeting. Ordinance 39-08 Authorizing the Provision of Certain Incentives for Purposes of Locating and Expanding Manning & Napier Advisors, Inc. and its Operations and Workforce in the City of Dublin and Authorizing the Execution of an Economic Development Agreement. Ms. Salay introduced the ordinance. Mr. McDaniel noted that staff has been in discussion with Manning & Napier regarding relocation and expansion of its Midwest regional office operations and workforce to the City of Dublin, to office space at 655 Metro Place South for afive- yearterm. They currently have 20 employees and anticipate employment growth to 31 staff members within the next five years. Founded in 1970, they serve clients in all 50 states and manage approximately $18 billion in client assets. They have a RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS ' utes of Dublin City Council Meeting June 2, 2008 Page 7 broad cross-section of clients, including corporate benefit plans, individuals, endowments, foundations and municipalities. o The ordinance authorizes an economic development agreement between the City and the company that includes a withholding incentive equal to 10 percent of its annual withholdings over the five-year term of the agreement. o The overall incentive will be capped at $30,000 and will run from August 2008 to December of 2012. o Over the term of the agreement, it is anticipated that Manning & Napier would pay approximately $271,314 in income taxes to the City and the company would receive a minimum incentive of $27,131 -not to exceed the $30,000 cap. Staff recommends approval of the ordinance at the second reading/public hearing on June 16. Representatives of Manning & Napier Advisors, Inc. will be present at that time. He offered to respond to any questions. There will be a second reading/public hearing at the June 16 Council meeting. INTRODUCTION/PUBLIC HEARING -RESOLUTIONS Resolution 35-08 Accepting the Lowest and Best Bid for the Avery-Muirfield Drive/Post Road Roundabout Project and Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into a Contract for Said Project. Ms. Salay introduced the resolution. Mr. Hammersmith noted that five bids for this project were received on May 28. o The project consists of the construction of a two-lane roundabout at the intersection, replacing the existing traffic signal. o Additionally, this project includes the installation of electrical and telecommunications conduit, to bury the overhead lines for approximately 1,200 lineal feet along Post Road, beginning with the intersection and proceeding east to Holt Drive. This addition to the project was made last year in order to preserve trees in that area and to maintain the character of that portion of Post Road. o The five bids received were all above the Engineer's estimate of $1.8 million. Staff believes the recent dramatic rise in oil prices were reflected in these bids. Staff estimates that factor accounts for 10 percent of the overage. Additionally, staff underestimated the lineal foot cost for the electrical conduit installation. Originally, it was estimated at approximately $200 per lineal foot, but the more accurate number is $320/lineal foot. This accounts for $300,000 of additional cost. Amore accurate estimate for the project would have been between $2.2 and 2.3 million. Staff is recommending acceptance of the lowest and best bid of Complete General Construction for $2,246,486.40. The project completion date is October 3 of this year, weather permitting. Traffic will be maintained in the project area, and the project will be phased. Mayor Chinnici-Zuercher asked for confirmation that this project includes only the roundabout and not the redirection of Post Road. Mr. Hammersmith confirmed that is correct. Ms. Salay asked about the dry laid stone walls and the steel box sculpture. Does the steel box sculpture serve any purpose in terms of mechanicals? Mr. Hammersmith responded it does not - it is purely a visual enhancement. Wallace Maurer, 7451 Dublin Road noted that the placement of a comma and a semi-colon in the cover memo could lead to misunderstandings which could result RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS _ Manut_e_s_~f Dublin City Council Meeting June 2, 2008 Page in monetary complications. On page 1, paragraph 2, last sentence, it states: "TI AEP conduit installation is therefore $300,000 above our bid estimate, however, we believe this is reasonable and consistent with the other bid proposals receivE Due to the punctuation, it is not clear which phrase the "however" belongs with. He believes that it should be revised to read, "The AEP conduit installation is therefore $300,000 above our bid estimate; however, we believe this is reasona and consistent with the other bid proposals received." Mr. Hammersmith concurred. Mr. Maurer noted there is an additional problem with the punctuation regarding t word "however" in the first paragraph on the second page. Clarification is needE in this case as well. Vote on the Resolution: Mr. Reiner, yes; Mr. Lecklider, yes; Mr. Gerber, yes; Mr. Keenan, abstain; Mayor Chinnici-Zuercher, yes; Vice Mayor Boring, yes; Ms. Salay, yes. Mayor Chinnici-Zuercher asked about the date the project will be initiated. Mr. Hammersmith responded that apre-construction meeting is scheduled this week. Work will likely begin by the end of the month or early July. The first work to be done will be the electrical work, and then the installation of the vault system itself for the overhead electric. Resolution 36-08 Designating the City Manager or her Designee as the City's Authorized Agent to Apply for and Accept a Grant from the Public Assistance Grant Program under the Federal Emergency Management Program (FEMA). Mr. Lecklider introduced the resolution. Ms. Brautigam stated that The City experienced significant costs related to the snow emergency in March. Staff believes that the application to FEMA for reimbursement will result in a grant of approximately $52,000. The designee for this application is Ms. Hoyle, who is present tonight to respond to questions. Mayor Chinnici-Zuercher stated that this is a great opportunity for the City to be reimbursed for these extraordinary expenses. Vote on the Resolution: Mr. Gerber, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Ms. Salay, yes; Vice Mayor Boring, yes; Mr. Lecklider, yes; Mr. Keenan, yes; Mayor Chinnici-Zuercher, yes. STAFF COMMENTS Ms. Brautigam commented as follows: 1. New staff members present tonight include Michelle Fessler, new Public Affairs Officer in Community Relations who previously worked as a Public Information Officer for Hilliard City Schools. The new Deputy Finance Director, Bryan Thurman is also present tonight. Mr. Thurman comes to Dublin from the City of Springfield and is a former employee of Dublin. 2. She and several staff members will attend the Transforming Local Government conference in Greenville, South Carolina this week. The City has been selected as a presenter for the conference. The presentation to be made by City staff is: "Kermit Had it All Wrong; It Is Easy Being Green.' This will focus on the City's internal efforts to improve sustainability with the City facilities and City projects. 3. At the conference, Dublin will be presented with an award for Innovation in Local Government for DubLink. Mr. McDaniel is not able to attend, but shE will accept this award on behalf of the City. 4. A report will be provided in two weeks regarding the status of the Veterans Project. Mayor Chinnici-Zuercher asked which staff members are attending the conference RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Dublin City Council Meeting Ms. Brautigam responded that Mr. Harding, Mr. Hahn, Ms. Crandall, and Ms. Nardecchia will accompany her. COUNCIL ROUNDTABLE/COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS Mr. Keenan thanked Ms. Puskarcik and her staff for the successful efforts with the Memorial Tournament. Thanks also to the Police Department and all the staff who work hard to support this effort. Council is very appreciative. Ms. Salay: 1. Echoed Mr. Keenan's positive comments regarding the Tournament. 2. Noted that a Community Development Committee meeting has been scheduled for Monday, June 23 at 7:30 p.m. in Council Chambers to discuss landscaping and fencing issues. All Council Members are invited to attend. She asked the Clerk to provide notices to the interested citizens and the public in general. Mr. Lecklider: 1. Echoed Mr. Keenan's comments about the staff efforts during the Memorial Tournament. 2. Asked for confirmation that Legal staff will attend the Community Development Committee meeting. Mr. Smith responded that Legal staff will attend the meeting. Mr. Reiner: 1. Reported that he recently encountered a Wall Street financier who packages municipal bonds. In response to his question of whether they were familiar with the City of Dublin, they said that Dublin is the envy of nearly every municipal city, county, and state organization. They were aware of the financial strength of Dublin, and knew Ms. Grigsby personally, acknowledging that she has done an extraordinary job in managing the City's finances over the years. 2. Suggested that the community extend a welcome to Roland Smith, the CEO/President of Triarc -the company which will assume ownership of Wendy's. Mr. Smith is a graduate of West Point. Mr. Reiner also salutes the efforts of the "Thomas 5" -the Thomas family and David Karam -- who fought very hard to keep Wendy's locally owned. Again, he urges the community to welcome Mr. Smith and his family. Mr. Gerber: 1. Commented that in May, he had the pleasure of speaking at the Police Memorial Service. He was very moved by the stories, which reflected the important contributions of dedicated police in Central Ohio. 2. Thanked Ms. Puskarcik for her efforts with the Tournament. He spoke at the Nicklaus Cup last week and was very impressed with the number of Central Ohio businesses who support the event. As he indicated to this group, Dublin is extremely grateful to Mr. Nicklaus for establishing the Muirfield Village Golf Course and Memorial Tournament in Dublin. Mayor Chinnici-Zuercher: 1. Noted on behalf of all of Council and staff, thanks to Dublin's representatives and senators at the State House for their assistance in efforts to secure $475,000 in funding for Emerald Fields Park. Vice Mayor Boring asked if Dublin will consider enacting the total plan for this park, in view of the potential for receiving this funding. Ms. Brautigam responded that until the funding from the state is confirmed, staff is not certain of the plan. Mr. Hahn did indicate that it may be possible to restore many of the elements in the original plan, in view of this additional funding. She added that Dublin will be one of the foremost communities in the country in having two accessible play areas for children with disabilities. Mayor Chinnici-Zuercher noted special thanks should go to City staff who worked on this effort as well as State Rep. Jim Hughes. 2. Commented that in walking around the Muirfield Village golf course, many accolades are heard about the community. She met a gentleman from Scotland RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Dublin City Council who said that the hospitality and friendliness of the Dublin community impressed him. ADJOURNMENT TO EXECUTIVE SESSION Mayor Chinnici-Zuercher moved to adjourn to executive session at 8:00 p.m. to consider the purchase of property for public purposes. Mr. Gerber seconded the motion. Vote on the motion: Mr. Lecklider, yes; Mr. Keenan, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Vice Mayor Boring, yes; Mayor Chinnici-Zuercher, yes; Mr. Gerber, yes; Ms. Salay, yes. The meeting was reconvened at 8:55 p.m. and formally adjourned. Mayor -Presiding Clerk of