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Minutes of Dublin City Council Meeting Meeting
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The formal session of the Dublin City Council meeting was called to order by Council Member Strip
at 8:00 p.m. Mr. Strip noted that the Mayor and Vice Mayor aze representing the City at a function
in Columbus and he will serve as acting Chairperson until their arrival. He noted that no votes will
be taken until they arrive, so the agenda will be addressed in a different order. Mr. Zawaly led the
Pledge of Allegiance.
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Council members present were: Mrs. Boring, Mr. Kranstuber, Mrs. Stillwell, Mr. Strip and Mr.
Zawaly. Mayor Campbell and Vice Mayor King arrived at 8:15 p.m. (excused).
Staff members present included: Mr. Hansley, Mr. Foegler, Mr. Smith, Ms. Grigsby, Mr. Harding,
Mr. Kindra, Ms. Jordan, Ms. Puskazcik, Mr. Lenz, and Ms. Crandall.
Approval of Minutes of the August 21, 1995 Meeting
Mrs. Stillwell moved approval of the minutes of the August 21, 1995 meeting.
Mr. Kranstuber seconded the motion.
Vote on the motion - Mr. Zawaly, abstain; Mr. Strip, yes; Mrs. Stillwell, yes; Mrs. Boring, abstain.
Mr. Strip announced that the vote will be delayed until the Mayor and Vice Mayor azrive due to the
abstentions for those who were not present on August 21.
Correspondence
The Clerk reported that the Ohio Department of Liquor Control has sent a notice to Council
regazding the privatization of the liquor agency at 6514 Riverside Drive. After reconsideration, the
Department plans to enter into a contract with RLB Investments, dba Cazfagnas at 7600 Riverside
Drive, Dublin. There was no objection from Council.
Comments from Visitors
William Richardson. 5590 Baybrook Lane, addressed Council regarding the proposed bikepath
~ location in his Brighton Pazk neighborhood which will result in the loss of a lazge oak tree adjacent
to his property. He and his neighbors would like Council to consider altering the location of the
path to save the tree.
Ms. Jordan stated that she will investigate this situation and report back to Council at the next
meeting.
Mr. Kranstuber asked that Ms. Jordan copy all Council members on her response to this resident.
Council Roundtable
Mr. Kranstuber noted that there is a case highlighted in the Ohio Bar Association Journal from the
Ohio Supreme Court concerning a rezoning in Pepper Pike, Ohio. The applicant was seeking a
rezoning from R-1 to PUD, and the Supreme Court determined that even absent a Community Plan,
the decision to refuse to rezone it would be upheld -the court would not substitute their judgement
for the legislative body.
Mr. Smith will forward information on this case to Council.
Legislation
Mr. Strip noted that the consent items on the agenda will be considered first, since they will not
require any discussion from Council.
Mr. Kranstuber moved to introduce Ordinance Nos. 94-95, 95-95, 96-95, 99-95 and Resolution No.
22-95, to treat them as consent items, to waive the first reading, and to hold them over for second
reading on September 18.
Mr. Zawaly seconded the motion.
(The vote on this motion was delayed until later in the meeting when the other members arrived.)
Ordinance No. 9495 - An Ordinance Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into a
Cooperative Agreement Between the Ohio Department of Transportation and the City of
Dublin, Ohio for the Bridge Deck Widening at Rings Road Over I-270. (First Reading)
Ordinance No. 95-95 - An Ordinance Accepting the Lowest and Best Bid for M.L. "Red"
Trabue Nature Reserve -Phase 2/ Earlsford Bikepath Connector. (First Reading)
Ordinance No. 96-95 - An Ordinance Accepting the Lowest and Best Bid for Road Salt
and Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into a Contract Governing the Procurement of Said
Salt. (First Reading)
Ordinance No. 99-95 - An Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. 24-90, Griggs Reservoir
Lease Agreement, and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a License Agreement. (First
Reading)
Resolution No. 22-95 - A Resolution Accepting the Amounts and Rates as Determined by
the Budget Commission and Authorizing the Necessary Tax Levies and Certifying them to the
County Auditor. (First Reading)
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Mr. Strip noted that two items on the agenda were tabled until tonight. He proposes delaying these
items until the arrival of the Mayor and Vice Mayor.
Mrs. Stillwell reported in regazd to tabled Ordinance No. 45-95 that she is continuing to have
discussions with the residents and has spoke with Mike Lilley of MORPC. She then moved to table
this until the September 18 Council meeting to provide residents an opportunity to review the latest
- drawings.
Mr. Kranstuber seconded the motion.
Vote on the motion - Mr. Zawaly, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes; Mrs. Stillwell, yes; Mr. Strip, yes; Mr.
Kranstuber, yes.
Ordinance No. 91-95 - An Ordinance Authorizing Bonds to be Obtained for the City
Manager, the Director of Finance, the Assistant Director of Finance and the Tax Administrator
and Setting the Amount of Those Bonds. (Second Reading)
There was no additional information from staff on this ordinance.
There will be a third reading at the September 18 Council meeting.
Ordinance No. 93-95 - An Ordinance to Amend Certain Sections of the Codified
Ordinances of the City of Dublin Pertaining to the Penalties for the Illegal Operation of a
Motor Vehicle in a Construction Zone. (Second Reading)
There was no additional information from staff on this ordinance.
Mr. Kranstuber asked if it is mandatory that the City be in conformance with the state Code on this
matter.
Mr. Smith responded that Dublin wants to be consistent with State Code so a situation is avoided
where an officer would have the option of citing a violation of state or local Code. This ordinance
arose from the number of deaths in Ohio last year from accidents in construction zone areas, and
the state legislature amended their ordinance. Dublin is following suit with other municipalities by
passing this legislation.
There will be a third reading at the September 18 Council meeting.
At this point, Mayor Campbell and Vice Mayor King azrived at the meeting (8:15 p.m.)
Mayor Campbell noted that he and Mrs. King had represented the City tonight at the opening
ceremonies of the Wendy's Three Tour Challenge - an event being held in Dublin today and
tomorrow.
Mr. Kranstuber moved to approve the minutes of August 21, 1995.
Mr. Strip seconded the motion.
Vote on the motion - Mr. Zawaly, abstain; Mr. Strip, yes; Mrs. Stillwell, yes; Mayor Campbell,
yes; Mrs. Boring, abstain; Mrs. King, yes; Mr. Kranstuber, yes.
Ordinance No. 04-95 - An Ordinance Providing for a Change in Zoning for 2.6871 Acres of
Land Located on the Southeast Corner of Avery Road and Post Road from: LI, Limited
Industrial District to: PCD, Planned Commerce District. (Ashland Oil Company -
SuperAmerica) (Tabled ordinance) (Applicant: Ashland Oil Company, c/o Jeffrey L. Brown,
Smith & Hale, 37 W. Broad Street, Suite 725, Columbus, OH 43215)
Mayor Campbell noted that the third reading was tabled until tonight. A letter has been forwazded
by the applicant to Council requesting that this item be tabled indefinitely. Procedurally, he noted
that Council would tonight need a motion to remove this from the table, to consider whether to vote
upon the ordinance tonight, or to vote on the applicant's request to table it again to either a date
certain or an indefinite date. He then called for discussion on the first request to remove this from
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the table for consideration tonight.
Mr. Zawaly asked if failure to remove it from the table would result in tabling this indefmitely.
Mr. Smith responded that if the ordinance is not removed from the table, it would in fact remain
tabled indefinitely.
Jeff Brown. representing the applicant stated that questions were raised previously by the neighbors
about other possible sites for the development. The applicant has not completed his reseazch on this
alternative and is therefore requesting tabling indefinitely.
Mayor Campbell pointed out Council's present policy regarding future action on a tabled ordinance -
that the request to remove from the table is made at the meeting prior to any action by Council on
the ordinance. This allows the public to have notice of pending Council action on a previously
tabled matter.
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Mrs. Stillwell moved to take the ordinance from the table.
Mr. Kranstuber seconded the motion.
Mrs. Boring stated that she is concerned about how looking for an alternative site affects the zoning
for this site. She has read in the newspaper that Mr. Thaxton of Ashland Chemical has stated that
there aze no other sites available.
Mr. Brown responded that Ashland believes that the present location is the best site, but in terms
h° of seeking resolution with the neighbors, they have agreed to look at other locations.
Mr. Kranstuber commented that any new site would require a new application altogether, and he
would therefore recommend voting on this application tonight.
Mrs. Stillwell stated that Council should vote upon this matter in a timely manner and she is not
comfortable with tabling it indefinitely. She would rather vote upon it tonight or table it until a date
certain, probably in 30 days.
Mr. Brown responded that he does not believe that 30 days will be adequate to do what they are
attempting to do. He believes they will need 75 to 90 days to resolve the issues.
Mr. Strip commented that it is unusual for Council not to grant a developer's request for more time
on an application. There are many tabled ordinances on the Council agenda where they were tabled
for 3 to 4 months at a time. Council has asked the developer to explore other sites and the applicant
should be given adequate time to do so.
Mr. Zawaly stated that there are neighborhood issues here and this applicant is attempting to do what
Council has asked him to do. Council should allow him time to comply with their request of
exploring other sites.
Mayor Campbell commented that many times rezonings are described as being rushed through the
system, but in this case, the applicant is looking for other sites as directed by Council. At this point,
it will take four votes to remove it from the table.
A Mrs. King noted that the important thing here is to focus on the goal of having the Ciry planned and
built in the most suitable way for the citizens. She urged Council to allow the applicant the time
necessary to fully explore other options.
Mrs. Boring commented that this case is unique in that it came without recommendation from
Planning Commission. Alternate sites still do not address the issue of appropriate land use for this
site. She believes Council needs to be responsive to the citizens and set a date for a vote or vote
tonight.
Mr. Kranstuber stated that the application is unique, in that only two Commission members out of
five present voted in favor of the application. Secondly, nothing will change on this site which will
impact the vote.
Mrs. Stillwell agreed.
Mr. Kranstuber suggested that the application be referred back to Planning Commission for analysis
by all seven members.
Brief discussion followed about the P&Z process which resulted in no recommendation.
Mayor Campbell called for a vote on the motion to remove this from the table. He added that if
there aze not four votes to remove it, the ordinance will remain on the table indefinitely until there
aze four votes to remove it and set it for heazing on a particular date.
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Vote on the motion - Mr. Zawaly, no; Mrs. Boring, yes; Mr. Strip, no; Mrs. Stillwell, yes; Mrs.
King, no; Mayor Campbell, no; Mr. Kranstuber, yes.
Mayor Campbell announced that the motion failed which effectively means that the matter is not
removed from the table for action tonight and that it will remain on the table until there aze four
votes to remove it from the table. At that time, it would be placed on a future agenda if four
members of Council vote to do so.
Ordinance No. 70-95 - An Ordinance Accepting the Annexation of 21+/- Acres from Jerome
Township, Union County to the City of Dublin, Ohio. (Third Reading)
Mayor Campbell stated that this annexation complies with the interim annexation policy and he will
therefore vote in favor of the ordinance.
Mr. Foegler commented that staff has shared the policy with developers and therefore many
applications which do not conform with the policies aze not initiated at this time.
Mr. Strip stated that the benefit of this annexation is the much needed bridge.
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Vote on the ordinance -Mrs. King, yes; Mrs. Stillwell, yes; Mr. Strip, yes; Mr. Zawaly, yes; Mrs.
Boring, yes; Mr. Kranstuber, yes; Mayor Campbell, yes.
Ordinance No. 71-95 - An Ordinance Authorizing the Conveyance of Land by the City of
Dublin, Ohio to the Board of Trustees of the Columbus Metropolitan Library; Authorizing the
Execution and Delivery of a Deed; Reservation of an Access Easement. (Third Reading)
Mr. Strip commented that he was a member of the Board of Trustees 12 years ago when the land
was deeded, but he believes there is no conflict for him at this time since he has had no involvement
with the Library board for 10 years.
Vote on the ordinance -Mrs. Stillwell, yes; Mr. Strip, yes; Mr. Zawaly, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes; Mr.
Kranstuber, yes; Mayor Campbell, yes; Mrs. King, yes.
Ordinance No. 79-95 - An Ordinance Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into an
Agreement with Master Maintenance to Provide Janitorial Services, and Declaring an
Emergency. (Third Reading)
Mr. Hansley stated that staff is requesting emergency action because the present contract will expire
before this ordinance would be effective.
Mr. McDaniel noted that the contract will be implemented October 1 with Council's approval
tonight.
Mr. Zawaly moved to treat this as emergency legislation.
Mr. Kranstuber seconded the motion.
Vote on the motion - Mr. Strip, yes; Mr. Zawaly, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes; Mayor Campbell, yes;
Mrs. Stillwell, yes; Mrs. King, yes; Mr. Kranstuber, yes.
Vote on the ordinance -Mayor Campbell, yes; Mrs. Stillwell, yes; Mr. Strip, yes; Mr. Zawaly, yes.
Mr. Kranstuber, yes; Mrs. King, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes.
Resolution No. 21-95 - A Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Initiate Acquisition of
Real Estate at the Intersection of Bridge and High Streets within the Old Dublin Historic
District, and Declaring Such Action a Public Purpose. (Third Reading)
Mrs. King expressed concern that budget parameters be established for this item.
Mr. Smith commented that this ordinance merely declares the intent to acquire the properties.
Council has been informed of appraisal estimates, and when negotiations reach a point where figures
are agreed upon, Council will be advised. At any point in time, Council can decide not to pursue
this purchase prior to the time contracts for purchase are signed.
Mr. Foegler added that during the capital budget process, the consensus of Council was that this is
a top priority acquisition; however, Council has indicated that they want to look at this acquisition
in the context of all of the competing acquisitions. A meeting for this purpose has been scheduled
within the next two weeks.
Vote on the resolution - Mr. Zawaly, yes; Mrs. Boring, abstain; Mr. Kranstuber, yes; Mayor
Campbell, yes; Mrs. King, yes; Mrs. Stillwell, yes; Mr. Strip, yes.
Brief discussion followed on the reasons a member may abstain from voting as outlined in the Rules
of Council Section 11.1.
Mrs. Boring commented that she is uncomfortable with taking this action because the Union 76
station is a viable business.
Mayor Campbell noted that there have been discussions regarding ways to minimize the financial
hardship on the parties.
Mr. Smith commented that he will memo Council on the status of the acquisitions of the stations
prior to the executive session meeting in two weeks.
Ordinance No. 90-95 - An Ordinance Amending the Annual Appropriations for the Fiscal
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Year Ending December 31, 1995, and Declaring an Emergency. (First Reading)
Mrs. King introduced the ordinance.
Mr. Hansley noted that staff has provided a detailed memo on the appropriations contained in the
ordinance.
Ms. Grigsby commented that emergency action is needed to provide authorization for finalizing
capital improvement projects, to provide for the Wyandot camp expansion, and other items as
outlined in the memo. Without this action, adequate appropriations are not available for the funding.
Mrs. King moved to waive the three-time reading rule and treat this as emergency legislation.
Mr. Strip seconded the motion.
Vote on the motion -Mrs. Stillwell, yes; Mr. Zawaly, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes; Mr. Strip, yes; Mayor
Campbell, yes; Mrs. King, yes.
Vote on the ordinance - Mr. Strip, yes; Mrs. King, yes; Mrs. Stillwell, yes; Mr. Zawaly, yes;
Mayor Campbell, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes.
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Ordinance No. 97-95 - An Ordinance Accepting the Lowest and Best Bid, on a Price Per
Unit Basis, for Portable/Mobile Radios & Accessories, Authorizing the City Manager to Enter
into a Contract for the Procurement of Said Equipment, and Declaring an Emergency. (First
Reading)
Mrs. King introduced the ordinance.
Mr. Hansley stated that a detailed memo from Mr. Harding has been provided. Due to the newly
hired police officers, additional radios are needed.
Mrs. King moved to waive the three-time reading rule and treat this as emergency legislation.
Mr. Kranstuber seconded the motion.
Vote on the motion - Mr. Zawaly, yes; Mrs. Stillwell, yes; Mrs. King, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes; Mr.
Kranstuber, yes; Mayor Campbell, yes; Mr. Strip, yes.
Vote on the ordinance -Mrs. Boring, yes; Mr. Strip, yes; Mr. Zawaly, yes; Mrs. King, yes; Mr.
Kranstuber, yes; Mayor Campbell, yes; Mrs. Stillwell, yes.
Ordinance No. 98-95 - An Ordinance Authorizing the City Manager to Accept a Proposal
for the Installation of a 30-Inch Storm Sewer and an 8-Inch Sanitary Sewer, Located Just South
of the Dublin Coffman High School Property on the Site of the Proposed Alter Group/Cellular
One Office Development, Amending the Annual Appropriations and Waiving Formal Bidding
and Advertising Requirements, and Declaring an Emergency. (first Reading)
Mr. Zawaly introduced the ordinance.
Mr. Foegler stated that the storm sewer under the area where the landscaping buffer is to be installed
needs to be replaced and enlarged. In order to provide the improvements in a timely fashion and
to maintain the zoning commitment for the road and other associated improvements, a waiving of
bidding requirements is requested. Staff has taken informal quotes from contractors to verify
competitive pricing.
Mrs. Boring noted that Mr. Foegler has shared this information with the Willow Grove residents,
and they are supportive.
Mr. Foegler emphasized that emergency action is needed relating to the fulfillment of zoning
commitments, contractual commitments, the TIF agreement with the Alter Group and the
commitment to the school district to make this a public line. Timeframes must be met with regard
to the closing.
Mr. Zawaly moved to waive the three-time reading rule and treat this as emergency legislation.
Mrs. King seconded the motion.
Vote on the motion -Mrs. Stillwell, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes; Mayor Campbell, yes; Mr. Strip, yes;
Mrs. King, yes; Mr. Zawaly, yes; Mr. Kranstuber, yes.
Vote on the ordinance -Mrs. Boring, yes; Mr. Strip, yes; Mr. Zawaly, yes; Mrs. Stillwell, yes;
Mrs. King, yes; Mr. Kranstuber, yes; Mayor Campbell, yes.
Resolution No. 23-95 - A Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to File an
Application for Transportation Enhancement Funds for the Dublin Road Bikeway, Between
Glick Road and the Dublin Branch of the Columbus Library, and Declaring an Emergency.
(First Reading)
Mr. Strip introduced the resolution and moved to waive the three-time reading rule and treat this as
emergency legislation.
Mr. Kranstuber seconded the motion.
Mr. Hansley stated that the reason for the emergency for this and for Resolution No. 24-95 is to
meet the grant program application deadlines. The applications require a resolution from City
Council as part of the submittal.
Mr. Kindra added that at the next Council meeting, staff will bring another resolution for three
additional applications being submitted. He estimated that staff will receive the results of the request
within 30 to 60 days.
Brief discussion followed on the importance of this bikepath section which connects to the library
and the recommendation process for funding.
Mrs. Boring asked why funds were not being sought for a bikepath on the east side of the river
along Riverside Drive.
Mr. Foegler stated that in terms of federal funding, staff believes this segment is the strongest
candidate due to its location along a state road, in consideration of the amount of local investment
in links already built on this side, and the amount of population it serves.
Vote on the motion - Mr. Zawaly, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes; Mrs. King, yes; Mr. Kranstuber, yes; Mr.
Strip, yes; Mrs. Stillwell, yes; Mayor Campbell, yes.
Vote on the resolution -Mrs. King, yes; Mrs. Stillwell, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes; Mr. Zawaly, yes;
Mr. Strip, yes; Mr. Kranstuber, yes; Mayor Campbell, yes.
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Resolution No. 24-95 - A Resolution Designating the City Manager to Act as the City's
Official Representative and Authorizing the City to )hale Multiple Applications and Enter into
Agreements with the Ohio Public Works Commission for the Purpose of Acquiring )Etinds
through the Credit Enhancement Program, and Declaring an Emergency. (Frst Reading)
Mr. Kranstuber introduced the resolution.
Mr. Hansley stated that staff is following Council's directive to seek outside funding wherever
available and appropriate.
Ms. Grigsby explained that the Ciry has requested the premium interest option for grant funding on
this application. Staff has met with MORPC representatives on the applications and staff is hopeful
that funding will be obtained for the projects.
Mr. Kranstuber moved to waive the three-time reading rule and treat this as emergency legislation.
Mr. Strip seconded the motion.
Vote on the motion -Mrs. King, yes; Mrs. Stillwell, yes; Mr. Strip, yes; Mr. Zawaly, yes; Mrs.
Boring, yes; Mr. Kranstuber, yes; Mayor Campbell, yes.
Vote on the resolution - Mr. Strip, yes; Mrs. King, yes; Mayor Campbell, yes; Mr. Kranstuber, yes;
Mrs. Boring, yes; Mr. Zawaly, yes; Mrs. Stillwell, yes.
Mrs. Stillwell then pointed out that a vote is still needed on the pending motion regazding the first
reading consent items.
Mr. Hansley noted that Ordinance No. 95-95 was distributed tonight for the Red Trabue bikepath
connector with the blanks filled in based upon the bid opening. Anew exhibit "A" was provided
for Ordinance No. 94-95.
Vote on the motion - Mr. Kranstuber, yes; Mayor Campbell, yes; Mrs. King, yes; Mrs. Stillwell,
yes; Mr. Strip, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes; Mr. Zawaly, yes.
Other
Discussion re Temporazy Signalization for Hard Road/Riverside Drive Intersection
Mr. Foegler stated that in order to follow Council's directive to open this intersection as soon as
possible, options for temporary signalization have been provided. The estimate for the work is
$26,000, of which $10,000 is reusable equipment for similar applications and for traffic control
maintenance operation stocking. Staff recommends that Council authorize this operation and the
change order will then be pursued with Decker Construction.
Mr. Kranstuber moved to approve the change order to provide for temporary signalization of the
Hazd Road/Riverside Drive intersection.
Mrs. Stillwell seconded the motion.
Vote on the motion - Mr. Strip, yes; Mr. Zawaly, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes; Mr. Kranstuber, yes; Mrs.
King, yes; Mayor Campbell, yes; Mrs. Stillwell, yes.
Discussion re Feasibility Study for Convention FacilitX
Mr. Foegler stated that discussion has been held in the past regazding a preliminary exploration and
needs assessment for some type of conference facility in Dublin. Staff has worked with the
Convention Bureau regazding the kinds of market assessments which could be done to determine the
nature of the demand and need for this type of facility, and how it would be funded, including the
possibility of joint ventures, etc. Staff recommends the appropriate next action for the City and the
Convention Bureau is to undertake a mazket study with the scope of services outlined with the
Darter Corporation. The cost will be approximately $24,000 and the Convention Bureau has agreed
to pay for half of the cost.
Mrs. King asked if the RFP is constructed in such a way that the results could be made available to
a hotel corporation which may be interested in the data in order to make an investment of private
funds to meet this need.
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Mr. Foegler responded affirmatively, adding that there is no pre
judging that it should be a ciry-
owned or constructed facility. The study will merely assess the need for such a facility.
Mayor Campbell emphasized that any proposed facility would not be intended to compete with the
Columbus Convention Center.
Mr. Strip indicated that this facility would better be described as a "conference center" and not a
convention center. It would be geazed to smaller groups on a smaller scale.
Mr. Zawaly added that many of the corporate citizens of Dublin have indicated a need for a facility
in which to conduct conferences.
Mr. Zawaly moved that the Ciry Manager be authorized to enter into a contract for $24,000 for a
mazket analysis for a Dublin conference and training facility consistent with the pazameters outlined
in the memo dated August 29, 1995.
Mr. Strip seconded the motion.
Mr. Hansley confirmed that the City will be reimbursed by the Convention Bureau for 50 percent
of the cost of the study. The out-of-pocket portion for the City will be approximately $12,000.
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Mrs. King stated that she can only support this if the results of the retention and expansion survey
aze taken into account. Those results will be available on the 15th of September.
Mr. Foegler assured her that the results of that analysis will be forwarded to the consultant at the
eazly stages. All of the City's previous studies which have suggested this need will be taken into
account by the consultant.
Mrs. Stillwell asked if the Chamber will be a partner in funding this study.
Mr. Foegler responded that the Chamber could be approached regarding a contribution, but having
three pazties managing the consultant would not be desirable.
Mr. Foegler suggested that the motion be amended to state, "the City's portion not to exceed
$12,000". Staff would then pursue additional funding from other private sector interests.
Mr. Zawaly accepted the amendment.
Mr. Strip seconded the amended motion.
Mayor Campbell added that in all future references, this facility should be referred to as the Dublin
Conference/Training facility.
Staff members concurred.
Vote on the motion -Mrs. Boring, yes; Mr. Kranstuber, yes; Mayor Campbell, yes; Mrs. King, yes;
Mrs. Stillwell, yes; Mr. Zawaly, yes; Mr. Strip, yes.
Proposed Name for Dublin/Coffman Connector Road
Mayor Campbell stated that different segments of the connector road have been referred to by
different names over the past yeazs. Several entities to be located along the road have expressed a
desire for an official name for the road. The City's public relations firm facilitated a discussion
among a number of different parties to review proposed names. The criteria for the naming is
outlined in the memo to Council. The recommendation is to name the new road which will extend
from Tuttle Crossing to Sawmill Road "Emerald Parkway". Staff has requested a motion from
Council to name the connector road as "Emerald Parkway" .
Mrs. King moved to name the connector road "Emerald Parkway".
Mr. Zawaly seconded the motion.
Mayor Campbell asked if there was any discussion. There was no response from Council.
Vote on the motion - Mr. Strip, no; Mrs. Stillwell, no; Mrs. King, yes; Mayor Campbell, yes.
Mr. Kranstuber interrupted the vote and asked for discussion.
Mr. Strip stated that he does not believe Council should be involved in naming roads - it's a bad
precedent.
Mrs. Boring commented that "emerald" brings to mind the Wizard of Oz and the Emerald City. She
is looking for more Ohio heritage in the name versus Irish heritage.
Mr. Hansley stated that in this case, the City is the developer of the roadway and thus it is
appropriate for the City to choose the name.
Mayor Campbell noted that this is an important road which will tie the entire City together. It is
important to move ahead and name the roadway before development is undertaken.
Mr. Strip asked that his vote be recorded as a "yes" vote.
Mayor Campbell asked that the vote be called once again.
Vote on the motion - Mr. Strip, yes; Mrs. Stillwell, yes; Mrs. King, yes; Mayor Campbell, yes; Mr.
Kranstuber, yes; Mrs. Boring, no; Mr. Zawaly, yes.
Council Committee Reports
Mrs. Stillwell, Administrative Committee noted that the meeting will be postponed until the first
week of October.
Mr. Kranstuber asked about a date for the land acquisition meeting.
Mrs. Stillwell responded that the meeting is scheduled for September 25.
Mayor Campbell noted that the 25th falls on Rosh Hashanah, and it should be rescheduled.
" Mr. Strip recommended that the meeting take place on the 25th. He will memo Council on his
thoughts about the Charter.
Mr. Zawaly, Charter Review & Revision Commission reported that Mr. Gotherman has provided
a memo to Council regarding his review of the proposed changes including specific suggestions on
changes proposed for Article 4. Another meeting of the Charter Commission will be held on
September 20, and a document incorporating Mr. Gotherman's concerns and Judge Close's
suggestions will be reviewed by the Commission and then forwazded to Council. He would be
happy to delay the meeting on the 25th due to the religious holiday.
Following discussion, it was the consensus of Council to meet at 7:30 p.m. on September 25 for a
workshop session on the Charter followed by a land acquisition executive session discussion.
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Mrs. Stillwell pointed out that Tuesday, October 10 has been identified as an additional night for a
workshop session since the Community Plan meeting was moved to the 12th.
Mr. Kranstuber commented that he believes additional discussion among Council members is needed
regarding future land acquisition opportunities.
Mayor Campbell summarized that Council will meet on Monday, September 25 at 7:30 p.m. and
the schedule will include the Charter discussion from 7:30 p.m. until 9 p.m. and land acquisition
discussion from 9 p.m. until 10:30 p.m. On Tuesday evening, October 10, 3 hours will be
scheduled for discussion of both.
Council Roundtable (cont.)
Mrs. King commented:
1. She will initiate an invitation to the Council candidates to attend the meetings to facilitate
the learning process about City issues.
Mr. Hansley commented that staff has a policy of providing the same information to all
candidates. Staff will schedule a briefing session for candidates with key department heads.
2. What is the status of the report about moving the centerline of Coffman Road for the
widening?
Mr. Foegler responded that preliminary information was provided by the consultant today
indicating that the alignment can be shifted significantly to the west, but it will have impact
on the Coffman House. Staff is evaluating the information and will continue to work with
the Willow Grove Association and keep Council advised of any policy issues to be resolved
in this regazd.
3. What is the status of Caplestone Lane and Brighton Park?
Mayor Campbell noted in regazd to Caplestone Lane that meetings have been held with the
Caplestone representatives based upon discussions at Council and estimates from staff about
costs. He has not heazd back from the residents about whether they wish to proceed under
the concepts proposed.
Mr. Smith confirmed that the Brighton Park matter will be on the Council agenda on
September 18. There are some deed restrictions that were recorded and a memo will be
provided to Council this week.
4. She has information from the seminar "Managing Change" to distribute to Council. The
City was well represented.
Mayor Campbell thanked Mr. Strip for conducting the meeting tonight in his and the Vice Mayor's
absence. He announced that the Three Tour Challenge will start one-half hour eazlier tomorrow due
to the chance of rain.
Mr. Hansley reported that he will be out of town attending a conference next week and Mr. Foegler
will serve as Acting City Manager at the September 18 meeting.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:25 p.m.
May - P es ding icer
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Clerk of Council