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HomeMy WebLinkAbout12/16/1991 Minutes of RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Dublin City Council Meeting Meeting AL BLANK co. FORM NO. 10148 Held December 16, 1991 19 The regularly scheduled meeting of the Dublin City Council was called to order by Mayor Jan Rozanski at 7:33 p.m. on Monday, December 16, 1991 and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mrs. King. Members of Council present were: Mr. Campbell, Mr. Strip, Mrs. King, Mr. Amorose, Mayor Rozanski, Ms. Maurer and Mr. Sutphen. Mr. Hansley, City Manager, and Mr. Smith, Law Director, were also present. Mr. Strip moved to approve the minutes of the December 2, 1991 Meeting of Council. Mrs. King seconded the motion. Vote - Mr. Sutphen, yes; Mr. Campbell, yes; Mr. Strip, yes; Mr. Amorose, yes; Ms. Maurer, yes; Mayor Rozanski, yes; and Mrs. King, yes. Correspondence The Ohio Department of Liquor Control has sent notice to Council regarding a new D-3 liquor permit at 6329 Perimeter Loop. According to Pat Bowman of the Planning Division, the owners of the property intend to construct a restaurant at this location adjacent to the Perimeter Vet Clinic. There were no objections to this permit. Mayor Rozanski read a Proclamation honoring outgoing Council Member Barbara Maurer for her 12 years of distinguished service to the community as a member of City Council. The Proclamation was signed by all members of Council. Council Member Maurer read a poem which she composed as a farewell: Thanks and Farewell from Barbara Avery Maurer Upon Leaving Dublin City Council December 16, 1991 Thanks to the voters who pulled down my lever, Thanks to the folks who lobbied forever, Thanks to my family and friends for support, Thanks to the Council, who said to be short. More thanks to the Council, who listened and acted, Thanks to the Staff, for work well transacted, Thanks to Tim Hansley, for managing so well, Thanks to you all, with a fond--and brief--farewell. All of those in attendance responded with a round of applause for Ms. Maurer. Comments from visitors (items not on agenda). Dr. Duncan Grant, 83 S. High Street, expressed appreciation on behalf of the Old Dublin Association to Council and to City staff for all of their support for the improvements being made to Old Dublin. Dr. Grant requested that Mark Jones continue his involvement with Old Dublin and acknowledged all of Mr. Jones' efforts on behalf of Old Dublin. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of Dublin City Council Meeting Meeting B NK co. FORM NO. 10148 Held December 16, 1991 19 Page 2 Ordinance No. 66-91 - An Ordinance providing for a Change of Zoning of a 111.203 Acre Tract Located on the East Side of Cosgray Road Approximately 900 Feet to the North of Shier-Rings Road. PUblic Hearing. Mayor Rozanski explained that this third reading would be treated as a public hearing because adjacent landowners were not notified prior to the second reading of the ordinance. Ms. Linda Menerey and Mr. Allen Shepherd registered as proponents. There were no registered opponents. Mr. Bowman's comments were as follows: 1. Subject site is 111.203 Acres bounded by Cosgray Road and Eiterman Road on the east and west sides, Shier-Rings on the south, and Route 161 on the north. 2. Site is clearly located within a band of existing and future industrial growth along the Route 33 corridor. 3. Showed aerial and ground slides of the site. 4. utilities have not been extended to the site, and future discussions will be held with Council and surrounding property owners regarding placement of sewers. 5. Council will need to review and approve a sewer agreement extending those utilities with private as well as City participation in the project. 6. Regarding the roadways, after review of a traffic study submitted by the applicant for the development, Staff recommends some modifications to the thoroughfare plan. These recommendations call for a shift of emphasis from Eiterman to Cosgray Road. Staff will request an 80 foot R.O.W. of way on Cosgray instead of a 60 foot R.O.W. This will make five lanes a feasibility on Cosgray if desired at a future date. 7. Development text submitted by applicant indicates all of the proposed types of uses, and calls for maximum setbacks for the most intensi ve users. The development text provides for substantial architectural control. 8. Staff and Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval with the following conditions: A. The permitted use section of the text shall be amended to clarify the "light" manufacturing nature of uses and temporary uses (topsoil and athletic fields). This has already been submitted and is satisfactory. B. The southbound left turn lane into the north access road should be built initially to facilitate construction. C. The applicant shall dedicate right-of-way along Cosgray Road (40' from centerline) consistent with the expected update of the Circulation Element of the Community Plan. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of Dublin City Council Meeting Meeting nAYTON I A B NK CO. FORM NO. 10148 Held December 16, 1991 19 Page 3 D. The final alignment of the street extension to the east or south shall be determined by the City Engineer. This involves the de-emphasis of Eiterman Road as described above. E. Where the text does not address specific alternate standards, the standards in the Code shall apply. F. Figure 4, Landscape Plan, shall be corrected to indicate street Tree Program and Perimeter Buffer graphics properly. This has been corrected. G. The pedestrian pathway system shall be subject to the specific approval of City Council. H. Road right-of-way and setbacks are to be worked out with staff. These details have now been worked out, and staff recommends that Council approve this application. Linda Menerey of Bohm-NBBJ gave a presentation to Council on the proposed development of this tract, outlining the different phases planned and the features included such as recreation fields. In response to a question from Ms. Maurer for details about recreation areas, Mr. Shepherd stated that he envisions the proposed recreational fields (ballfields) to be in use up until the time when City parklands are developed west of Cosgray Road. Vote - Mr. Campbell, yes; Mrs. King, yes; Mayor Rozanski, yes; Ms. Maurer, yes; Mr. Strip, yes. Mr. Amorose, yes; Sutphen, yes; Mr. Ordinance No. 80-91 - An Ordinance Authorizing the City Manager to Enter Into a Sewer and Water Line Extension Agreement with Evergreen Land Company. Third Reading. Mr. Smith, Law Director, and Robin Green, attorney representing Allen Shepherd, requested that this Ordinance be tabled until the first Council meeting in January. Mr. Smith explained that the agreement is not ready at this time. Mayor Rozanski commented that the agreement should have been provided to Council well before the third reading, and requested that staff be more diligent in ensuring that documents are submitted to Council in a more timely manner. This Ordinance will be tabled until the first meeting in January. Resolution 17-91 - Resolution to Set Forth a Statement of Services to be Provided to the Area in a Proposed Annexation of 139.183 Acres in Washington Township, Franklin County, to the City of DUblin, Ohio, as Required by Section 709.031 of the Ohio Revised Code. Third Reading. Mr. Strip moved to treat as an emergency. Mr. Sutphen seconded the motion. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of Dublin City Council Meeting Meeting DAYTO AL B NK co. FORM NO. 10148 Held December 16, 1991 19 Page 4 Vote on the motion - Mrs. King, yes; Mayor Rozanski, yes; Mr. strip, yes; Mr. Campbell, yes; Mr. Sutphen, yes; Mr. Amorose, yes; Ms. Maurer, yes. Mr. Campbell asked Mr. Smith what further decision-making would be required of Council following adoption of this Resolution to set forth a statement of services for the proposed annexation. Mr. Smith responded that it is a statutory requirement that there be a statement of services from Dublin on file with the Franklin County Commissioners prior to the January 8, 1992 hearing on this proposed annexation. After the Commissioners have approved the annexation, the annexation will be brought again to Council for acceptance. Mr. Hansley added that there is a statutory requirement that the Clerk of Council cannot present the proposed annexation to Council until 60 days after the Commissioners have ruled. Thus Council will be looking at this annexation in approximately mid- spring. Vote on the Resolution - Mrs. King, yes; Mayor Rozanski, yes; Mr. Strip, yes; Mr. Campbell, yes; Mr. Sutphen, yes; Mr. Amorose, yes; Ms. Maurer, yes. Ordinance No. 88-91 - An Ordinance to Adopt the Proposed Operatinq Budqet and capital proqram for the 1992 Fiscal Year. Second Readinq. Mr. Hansley stated that staff is recommending that Council hold this over for a third reading subject to completion of budget hearings prior to that time. The next budget workshop is scheduled for Wednesday, December 18 at 7 p.m. On behalf of Council, Mayor Rozanski thanked Mr. Hansley and all of the staff members for their efforts on the budget preparation. There will be a third reading of the Ordinance on January 6, 1992. Ordinance No. 89-91 - An Ordinance to Accept the Lowest and Best Bid for a Sewer Video Camera and Authorizinq the City Manaqer to Execute a Contract Governinq the Procurement of Said Equipment and Declarinq an Emerqency. Second Readinq. Mr. Strip motioned to waive the three time reading rule and treat as an emergency. Mrs. King seconded the motion. Vote on the motion - Mr. Campbell, yes; Ms. Maurer, yes; Mrs. King, yes; Mr. Sutphen, yes; Mr. Amorose, yes; Mr. Strip, yes; Mayor Rozanski, yes. Vote on the Ordinance - Mayor Rozanski, yes; Mr. Strip, yes; Mr. Amorose, yes; Mr. Sutphen, yes; Mrs. King, yes; Ms. Maurer, yes; Mr. Campbell, yes. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of Dublin City Council Meeting Meeting AL BLANK co. FORM NO. 10148 Held December 16, 1991 19 Page 5 Ordinance No. 90-91 - An Ordinance to Accept the Lowest and Best Bid for an Engine Analyzer and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Contract Governing the Procurement of said Equipment and Declaring an Emergency. Second Reading. Mr. strip asked if this engine analyzer would enable the Maintenance Department to service all City vehicles. Danny Johnson responded that it would allow his department to service all 111 motorized vehicles owned by the City. Mr. strip added that these purchases of equipment - sewer video camera, portable radios, and engine analyzer need to be passed as emergency legislation so that funds can be encumbered from this year's budget. Mr. Strip moved to waive the three time reading rule and treat as an emergency. Mrs. King seconded the motion. Vote on the motion - Ms. Maurer, yes; Mayor Rozanski, yes; Mr. Strip, yes; Mr. Sutphen, yes; Mr. Campbell, yes; Mrs. King, yes; Mr. Amorose, yes. Vote on the Ordinance - Ms. Maurer, yes; Mayor Rozanski, yes; Mr. Strip, yes; Mr. Sutphen, yes; Mr. Campbell, yes; Mrs. King, yes; Mr. Amorose, yes. Ordinance No. 91-91 - An Ordinance to Accept the Lowest and Best Bid on a Price Per Unit Basis for Portable Radios (Walkie- Talkies) and Accessories, and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Contract Governing the Procurement of Said Equipment and Declaring an Emergency. Second Reading. Mr. Harding stated that he had provided Council a memorandum outlining the need for this equipment and that monies had been budgeted in 1991 for this purpose. Mr. Strip expressed his ongoing concern that this equipment is not necessary for everyone working within the City, but stated that he would not vote against the legislation at this time. Mrs. King moved to waive the three time reading and treat as an emergency. Mr. Sutphen seconded the motion. Vote on the motion - Mr. Amorose, yes; Mr. Strip, yes; Mayor Rozanski, yes; Mr. Campbell, yes; Mrs. King, yes; Ms. Maurer, yes; Mr. Sutphen, yes. Vote on the Ordinance - Mayor Rozanski, yes; Mr. Strip, yes; Mrs. King, yes; Mr. Campbell, yes; Mr. Amorose, yes; Mr. Sutphen, yes; Ms. Maurer, yes. Ordinance No. 92-91 - An Ordinance Authorizing the City Manager to Accept the Lowest and Best Bid to Construct M.L. Red Trabue Nature Reserve Phase One, Amending the Annual Appropriations and Declaring an Emergency. Second Reading. Mrs. King moved to waive the three time reading and treat as an emergency. Mr. Sutphen seconded the motion. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of Dublin City Council Meeting Meeting E AL BLANK CO. FORM NO. 10148 Held December 16, 1991 19 Page 6 Vote on the motion - Mayor Rozanski, yes; Ms. Maurer, yes; Mr. Sutphen, yes; Mr. Campbell, yes; Mrs. King, yes; Mr. Amorose, yes; Mr. Strip, yes. Vote on the Ordinance - Mayor Rozanski, yes; Mr. Sutphen, yes; Ms. Maurer, yes; Mr. Strip, yes; Mrs. King, yes; Mr. Campbell, yes; Mr. Amorose, yes. Ordinance No. 93-91 - An Ordinance to Establish Temporary Appropriation for Current Expenses and Other Expenditures for the City of DUblin, Ohio, for the Fiscal year Ending December 31, 1992 and Declaring an Emergency. First Reading. Mr. Sutphen introduced the Ordinance. Finance Director Marsha Grigsby stated that this Ordinance will adopt a temporary budget until the permanent budget is in place early in 1992. This budget includes only operating expenses for the period of January 1, 1992 until the permanent appropriations are adopted, and is based on the same level of expenditures as were budgeted last year. Mr. Strip asked about allocations for Council in this temporary budget, and Ms. Grigsby responded that they are included in the legislative activities account. Mrs. King motioned to waive the three time reading and treat this as an emergency. Mr. Strip seconded the motion. Vote on the motion - Mr. Strip, yes; Ms. Maurer, yes; Mayor Rozanski, yes; Mr. Amorose, yes; Mrs. King, yes; Mr. Campbell, yes; Mr. Sutphen, yes. Vote on the Ordinance - Mr. Amorose, yes; Ms. Maurer, yes; Mrs. King, yes; Mr. Campbell, yes; Mr. Sutphen, yes; Mayor Rozanski, yes; Mr. Strip, yes. Ordinance 94-91 An Ordinance Amending the Annual Appropriations for Fiscal Year 1991, and Declaring an Emergency. First Reading. Mr. Strip introduced the Ordinance. Ms. Grigsby explained that this is a year-end "clean-up" ordinance and referred Council to the explanatory memo attached to the ordinance for details. Mr. Strip motioned to waive the three time reading and treat this as an emergency. Mrs. King seconded the motion. Vote on the motion - Mr. Amorose, yes; Mayor Rozanski, yes; Mr. Sutphen, yes; Ms. Maurer, yes; Mr. Strip, yes; Mr. Campbell, yes; Mrs. King, yes. Vote on the Ordinance - Mayor Rozanski, yes; Mr. Strip, yes; Mr. Sutphen, yes; Mrs. King, yes; Ms. Maurer, yes; Mr. Amorose, yes; Mr. Campbell, yes. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of Dublin City Council Meeting Meeting AL BLANK CO. FORM NO. 10148 Held December 16, 1991 19 Page 7 Ordinance 95-91 - An Ordinance Authorizing the City Manager to Enter Into a Contract with the Law Director and Declaring an Emergency. First Reading. Mr. Sutphen introduced the Ordinance. Mr. Hansley stated that this is an annual measure required by Charter, as the contract expires on December 31 of each year. He is recommending that Council continue the contract with the present law director for the next 12 months. The contract reflects some minor changes in regard to flat rate fee services versus hourly fee services, and is more specific regarding reimbursement for various memberships. He mentioned that, as requested during the goal-setting meetings, in the future the City will seek formal RFP's for legal services. Mr. Strip commented that the agreement should state, "acting as prosecutor at all sessions of Mayor's Court" rather than, "attendance at all sessions of Mayor's Court". The agreement will be modified in this way. He expressed concern about the idea of seeking RFP's for legal services in view of the overwhelming response it could generate. Mr. Hansley responded that it was his understanding from the goal-setting meeting that it was Council's wish to change the process of contracting for legal services. Mr. Campbell commented that the legal expenses incurred by the ci ty are a very substantial portion of the budget, and this prompted Council's idea to take a closer look at the way in which these services are contracted for. He emphasized that it is only fair to both the taxpayers and the City to review this process. He stated that this is in no way a criticism of Steve Smith's work which has been very satisfactory; rather, this is just a look at alternatives. Ms. Maurer affirmed that there was lengthy discussion about this subject at the goal-setting meeting. She stated that a request for proposal could be written in such a way as to preclude frivolous proposals. Ms. Maurer moved to waive the three time reading and treat this as an emergency. Mr. Sutphen seconded the motion. Vote on the motion - Mrs. King, yes; Ms. Maurer, yes; Mayor Rozanski, yes; Mr. Strip, yes; Mr. Sutphen, yes; Mr. Campbell, yes; Mr. Amorose, yes. Vote on the Ordinance - Ms. Maurer, yes; Mr. Campbell, yes; Mr. Strip, yes; Mayor Rozanski, yes; Mrs. King, yes; Mr. Amorose, yes; Mr. Sutphen, yes. Ordinance 96-91 - An Ordinance Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Contract to Reimburse the Edwards Land Company for the Costs of a Water Line Extension from Heather Glen to the Vicinity of the Villages at Tuttle crossing. First Reading. Mr. Sutphen introduced the Ordinance. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of Dublin City Council Meeting Meeting nAYTON I Fc;AL BLANK CO FORM NO 10148 Held December 16, 1991 19 Page 8 Mr. Foegler explained that, as part of the Capital Improvement Program, staff had recommended construction of a water tower in the southern part of the City along with a series of interconnections. Subsequently , it was found that certain landowners in the northwest quadrant of the Tuttle Crossing interchange had an immediate and pressing need for water. These landowners asked if reimbursement would be possible for their performance of a portion of the programmed water interconnections. Council at that time responded positively to this concept, and this is now an agreement providing for this type of reimbursement. This extension will extend the water line from its current terminus on wilcox just south of Heather Glen to the northwest quadrant of Tuttle Crossing. This agreement may have some minor modifications which will be submitted to Council before the next meeting. There will be a second reading of the Ordinance at the January 6, 1992 Council meeting. Ordinance No. 97-91 - An Ordinance to Establish the Solid Waste Advisory Committee as a Permanent Advisory Committee and to Set Membership Standards for the Solid Waste Advisory Committee First Reading. Mrs. King introduced the ordinance. Mrs. King commented that it may be desirable to provide staggered terms for members to give more continuity to the committee. Mr. McDaniel responded that the committee had recommended structuring the representation as follows: school representatives for one-year terms, commercial representatives for two-year terms, two at-large representatives for two years and two at-large representatives for three years. They believe this will adequately provide for staggering of terms. Discussion followed about the various options for staggering terms, and Mr. McDaniel offered to work with the Committee to modify this ordinance prior to the second reading. Mr. Campbell recommended that the language refer to Dublin commercial representatives as those working for a company located in DUblin, but not necessarily residing themselves in Dublin. There will be a second reading of the Ordinance at the January 6, 1992 Council meeting. Ordinance No. 98-91 - An Ordinance Amending Ordinance 23-91, Yard Waste Diversion Program. First Reading. Mrs. King introduced the ordinance. Mr. McDaniel explained that Resolution 18-91, scheduled next on the agenda, calls for adoption of the Solid Waste Management Plan which contains therein the resolution to divert yard waste from the waste stream. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of Dublin City Council Meeting Meeting E AL BLANK co. FORM NO. 10148 Held December 16, 1991 19 Page 9 This Ordinance, amending 23-91, introduces two new facets of the yard waste diversion program. The first, compost authorization agreements, will allow the City to enter into an agreement with O.M. Scott in Marysville to accept yard waste from Dublin resident. The second facet calls for implementation of mandatory di version of yard waste from the municipal waste stream effective March I, 1992. This is necessary because the landfill space in Franklin County is dwindling much more rapidly than was anticipated. Responding to Mayor Rozanski's question, Mr. McDaniel stated that yard waste diversion to facilities such as O.M. Scott will require an agreement to be executed by the City. The Franklin County Regional Solid Waste Management Authority is requiring cities to be involved in the process because this will also serve to educate the public about what constitutes yard waste. Mrs. King commented that the definition of yard waste includes vines. However, the curbside composting offered in Dublin last year was unable to take vines. Mr. McDaniel responded that he believes they will be able to take vines this year. The chipper at O.M. Scott is much larger than the ones used in the City. Mrs. King asked that the role of the chipper service not be overlooked in the city-wide program. She asked that Section I, Part E language be modified to include the chipper and leaf collection services. Mr. McDaniel responded that the ordinance will be modified to include these important services. Ms. Maurer asked if it was economically feasible to offering the chipper service given the low demand product. She proposed discontinuing this service, saving the City money. continue f or the thereby Mayor Rozanski responded that mulch for landscaping between Frantz Road and 1-270 was being produced by the chipper service, and other park areas throughout the City will be mulched with this product. Mr. McDaniel stated that the chipper program has been cost effective. At the current time, excess chips have been hauled to the O.M. Scott facility in Marysville. Mrs. King suggested making excess chips available to the public. Mr. Johnson responded that they are available to the public at the present time. He commented that these chips are suitable for a base mulch, but not for decorative purposes. There will be a second reading of this Ordinance at the January 6, 1992 Council meeting. Resolution No. 18-91 - A Resolution to Adopt the Solid Waste Management Plan. First Reading. Mr. Sutphen introduced the resolution. Minutes of RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Dublin City Council Meeting Meeting E AL BLANK CO. FORM NO. 10148 Held December 16, 1991 19 Page 10 Mr. McDaniel stated that this Ordinance recommendations of the Solid Waste Advisory presented to Council on December 2, 1991. There will be a second reading of the Ordinance at the January 6, 1992 Council meeting. adopts Committee the as Resolution 19-91 - A Resolution Adopting the City of Dublin's Goals for 1992. First Reading. Mr. Strip introduced the resolution. Mr. Hansley commented that this resolution was prepared by Mr. Lorz, Ms. Maurer and himself and was an attempt to reflect what was stated in the goal-setting session. He recommended that Council review this document carefully in case modifications are necessary. Ms. Maurer stated that goals were arranged in order of their significance, and that the first goal incorporates Mr. Foegler's proposal in reconfiguring the goal-setting process in the future. Mrs. King commented that this list was the result of a noble effort to reflect all that was discussed at the meeting. She suggested adding language which would incorporate the prior years' goals into the list of current goals. Ms. Maurer responded that in the past a status report on previous goals has been adopted as part of the resolution. She suggested adding a sentence to this effect. Mr. Hansley concurred, acknowledging that language could be modified in the resolution to include a status report on previous goals. Mr. Campbell pointed out that the resolution should also include as a part of the status report the goals which have been accomplished by Council. Mr. Strip added that the goals list should be recompiled and reviewed by Council. Many of the previous goals were dropped and may no longer be goals of Council. He also suggested adding language stating that this year's goals are not prioritized in the same way as were goals from past years. Ms. Maurer agreed with Mr. Strip that Council should review the lists of past goals. She also recommended compiling a list of what has been accomplished over the past few years and possibly including this in an annual report. Mr. Hansley stated that he will prepare a re-draft of this resolution and include a status report of previous goals. This will be faxed to Council members prior to the next meeting so that they will have time to review this. He asked that Council members respond with input after they receive the re-draft. There will be a second reading of the Resolution at the January 6, 1992 Council meeting. Minutes of RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Dublin City Council Meeting Meeting D LE AL BLANK co. FORM NO. 10148 Held December 16, 1991 19 Page 11 other The slide presentation scheduled by the Old Dublin Association has been postponed until January. The discussion regarding street signs in Old Dublin has also been postponed until January. Council Committee Reports Mrs. King announced that the safety Committee met on December 4 regarding pedestrian safety and signalization issues on the Muirfield Boulevard connector. Recommendations of the Committee to Council are as follows: 1. Lower the mounding in the median area to create greater visibility of small children by vehicular traffic. 2. Continue a high profile police presence in the area. 3. Train neighborhood residents to use speed monitoring equipment. 4. Move the crossing lines to indicate to pedestrians that they should stop in the median area before proceeding to cross the other lanes of traffic. Create more of a "safe haven" in the median area for pedestrians. 5. Add flashing lights to the school area during restricted hours. 6. Recommend a pedestrian operated, well-lit (but not overly lit) signal crossing in the area. This signal would also be acti vated by cars approaching from Sells Mill and Mojave. Because the area does not meet the warrant for signalization, staff believes the Committee should not recommend installation of a signal there. The Committee will be asking for information from the Law Director regarding liability issues of an unwarranted signal. Mrs. King acknowledged that there is strong support from the public for recommendations 1 through 5, and strong support as well as opposition for recommendation 6. The Committee supports implementing these recommendations with Council's approval. She suggested Council members wait to vote on these recommendations until they receive a copy of the minutes of the meeting as well as a memo from the Law Director regarding liability issues of an unwarranted signal. She also noted that the Commi ttee recommends phasing in these recommendations, as a number of the suggestions are not costly and can be implemented without delay. Mr. Smith asked if Council was requesting a legal opinion on the installation of the unwarranted signal. Mr. Foegler commented that he and Mr. Hansley had discussed this issue with Mr. Smith informally. He suggested that Mr. Smith give Council a more complete opinion on this issue including some recent case law. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of Dublin City Council Meeting Meeting E AL BLANK CO. FORM NO. 10148 Held December 16, 1991 19 Page 12 Mr. strip suggested proceeding on the first five recommendations and holding off on the traffic signal. Mr. Sutphen expressed concern about the budget impacts these decisions could have, but mentioned that safety of the students should be the first priority in this decision-making process. He believes traffic lights are necessary to protect the pedestrians in high traffic areas near schools. Mayor Rozanski commented that flashing lights which operate during restricted hours would be desirable because of the varying times of start-up and dismissal in the school system. He also recommended adding flashing lights in the high school area on Coffman Road during restricted hours. Mr. Foegler commented that there was total concurrence on the first five recommendations of the Committee by staff, the traffic consultant, the Police Division, and the Committee members. He added that the only recommendation which needs further investigation is the installation of the unwarranted signal. Mr. Hansley suggested that Council adopt suggestions one through five, and direct staff to proceed on those. He also suggested that Council get a legal opinion on the sixth recommendation. He requested that Council give staff some direction regarding the possibility of installation of flashing lights on Coffman or near Wyandot School. Mayor Rozanski recommended that Council take no action until members have had a chance to review the minutes. He asked staff to investigate the cost of the installation of flashing lights. With the light traffic in the area near Wyandot school, he does not feel a flashing light is necessary in that location. Mr. Hansley commented that he had recently met with the developer of that area, and that the road in front of Wyandot may eventually connect to Avery Road. He believes that Council may want to re-investigate installation of a flashing light if and when that connection is made. Mayor Rozanski suggested that they may look to the developers for assistance in funding required signage and lights in these areas. Council concurred that staff should investigate the costs of flashing lights, and Mr. Hansley agreed to provide this at the next Council meeting. Mr. Strip, Finance Committee Chairman, announced that bed tax applications continue to arrive, and that for the first time, requests may exceed available funds. Again requested that applications be submitted to Council as soon as possible. Mayor Rozanski requested that the Clerk provide copies of applications to all members of Council. Mr. Strip stated that some of the requests that are being submitted may actually fall in the category of capital improvement projects rather than bed tax funds, and that Council will need to make this determination at the time of review. Minutes of RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Dublin City Council Meeting Meeting AL BLANK CO. FORM NO. 10148 Held December 16, 1991 19 Page 13 Comments from staff Mr. Foegler called Council's attention to a letter included in the packet from Mr. Rank regarding property acquisi tion on Jenmar Court and his response to Mr. Rank. Mr. Foegler' s response, he believes, accurately reflects the land use policy endorsed at a Committee meeting, but he requested that Council review this correspondence and verify this policy statement to be accurate. Regarding the "broom" agreement adopted by Council for the sewer extension along Rings Road, the maximum contribution for the City was to be $375,000 toward a project which had an estimated private contribution of $225,000. Due to the bidding power of the applicant, the applicant has been able to secure better pricing for sewer improvements. Thus, staff may be coming back to Council with a modification of the agreement calling for reduction in the amount of City contribution. Ms. Grigsby announced that the City of Dublin 1990 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report was certified by the G.F.O.A. and a copy of this letter will be provided in the next Council packet. Chief Ferrell commented that the neighborhood citizen radar patrol program has been very successful in the Muirfield Drive connector area. Mr. McDaniel announced that Johnson Disposal holiday trash recycling dates are Thursday, December 26 and Thursday, January 2. Sandra Puskarcik expressed her appreciation to Barbara Maurer for Barbara's many years of service to the City of Dublin. Mr. Smith expressed his thanks to Barbara for her outstanding service to the City of Dublin over the past 12 years. Also mentioned that there is a need for review of the City Charter. Ms. Maurer concurred and suggested that a Charter Review Committee be established early in 1992 for this purpose. Council Roundtable Discussion Mr. Sutphen commented that Council will greatly miss Barbara Maurer and wished her well in her new endeavors. Mrs. King expressed thanks to Barbara on behalf of the residents of Dublin. She stated that Barbara has really made a difference for Dublin during her tenure on Council. She added that there is no adequate way to thank all of staff for their efforts during the past year. On behalf of the residents, she thanked staff for their hard work, especially during inclement weather, and acknowledged the importance of providing the workers with reliable equipment to carry out their duties. Mr. Campbell added his thanks to Barbara Maurer for her innovative efforts on behalf of the City of Dublin. He acknowledged that many of the successful programs adopted by Council were products of her innovative approach. He commented that many of the accomplishments of the City of Minutes of RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Dublin City Council Meeting Meeting E AL BLANK co. FORM NO. 10148 Held December 16, 1991 19 Page 14 Dublin over the years are a direct result of Barbara's input from her involvement with the National League of cities. In a report to Council regarding the National League of cities Convention, Mr. Campbell stated that only one in five cities across the country currently has a goal-setting process in place. Experts agree that the goal-setting process is an integral part of the development of priorities within a City's budget. He learned at the seminar that cities need to develop a marketing plan in cooperation with the Chamber of Commerce and the Convention and visitors Bureau. Dublin could, for example, market itself as the "Home of the Muirfield Tournament" something which is unique to the city. In terms of economic development, cities must choose between being a bedroom community or being business and growth oriented. Zoning and income tax policies can affect future economic development and growth of the community. Gave the example of the City of Upper Arlington whose representatives at the convention explained that the City was established as a bedroom community to Columbus. Business development was discouraged in favor of residential zoning. with the low tax base, the city is now experiencing difficulty in funding necessary expenditures for infrastructure repairs. cautioned that Dublin needs to maintain a favorable climate for businesses in the area - to retain the ones we have and encourage new businesses to come to Dublin. Concluded that Dublin is a great place to live and that we need to focus on all of the positive aspects of the city and not the negative. Mr. Amorose expressed his appreciation to Barbara Maurer for her efforts over the past 12 years. Acknowledged that she was instrumental in Dublin's involvement in the National League of cities and that Barbara has played a key role in the development of the City of Dublin. Mr. strip acknowledged the many contributions of Barbara Maurer during her tenure on Council: the implementation of the goal- setting process; the cultural growth of the City with the Irish festivals and the many city-wide events throughout the year; the many benefits brought about by the bed tax funds; the Leatherlips statue and the artwork in Avery Park; the improvements in cable television service; and the Convention and Visitors Bureau. In summary, he said that Dublin is a much better city for having had Barbara as a council member. Also wished everyone a Merry Christmas and conveyed his wishes for a good year in 1992. Ms. Maurer expressed her appreciation to Council for listening and for their willingness to be open to her ideas. She thanked the staff, especially Tim Hansley, and stated her belief that the staff is especially well-trained and educated, and that Council is very fortunate to have this caliber of staff to work with. She thanked Mr. Hansley for all of his support of her endeavors. She is hopeful that Council will quickly appoint a new representative to MORPC. Also hopes a council member will have a strong interest in taking over the Goal Setting Committee. Agrees that the budget and strategic planning process should be more closely aligned. She agreed with Joel Campbell that her association with the National League of Cities has reinforced her belief that Dublin is one of the greatest places to live in the country. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of Dublin City Council Meeting Meeting A BLANK CO. FORM NO. 10148 Held December 16, 1991 19 Page 15 Expressed her concern that Dublin should be more conducive to business development. Further stated that there is a pressing need for affordable housing in Dublin for all those who work here. The lack of public transportation in the area dictates the need for affordable housing for those who work here, assuming we want to have continued growth and development over the next decade. Urged Council's Planning & Zoning representative to take this message to that Committee. Expressed her wish that the new Finance Committee member be especially supportive of the cultural events in the City and the volunteers who work on these events. Mayor Rozanski stated that he will miss Barbara's participation in Council and acknowledged that she was a driving force in Council's adherence to timetables. He wished her luck in the future and acknowledged that it was an honor to have served with her on Council. Mr. Hansley stated that an important part of Barbara's contribution was her attention to timetables, details and deadlines and that she demanded the same of staff. This was an important factor in the accomplishments of the Council as well as the City over the past years. He also cited her consistent support of staff during her tenure, and Barbara's ability to see things from both a Council Member's as well as a staff member's perspective. He thanked Barbara for all of her hard work and said that she would be greatly missed by the community and by him personally. Ms. Maurer motioned to adjourn to Executive Session at 10:25 p.m. to discuss pending legal matters. Mr. Strip seconded the motion. Vote - Mrs. King, yes; Mr. Sutphen, yes; Mr. Campbell, yes; Mayor Rozanski, yes; Ms. Maurer, yes; Mr. Strip, yes; Mr. Amorose, yes. ~@. Clerk of Council ~ THANKS AND FAREWELL FROM BARBARA AVERY MAURER UPON LEAVING DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL DECEMBER 16, 1991 Thanks to the voters who pulled down my lever, Thanks to the folks who lobbied forever, Thanks to my family and friends for support, Thanks to the Council, who said to be short. More thanks to the Council, who listened and acted~ Thanks to the Staff, for work well transacted, Thanks to Tim Hansley, for managing so well, Thanks to you all, with a fond--and brief--farewell. r I"."" -., ~: Ii ~l :1\ ,jl. ~; l:l! \i~i.,:",; ~, ,~! :! :1,'\\ J~ t\' !' 1 ii WHEREAS, Barbara Maurer has served this' community as a member of the Commission which drafted the City Charter and as a member of City Council for 12 years, including a period as Vice-Mayor; and " (;1"; f~l ~ \.'>; 11; '~ I,~ "il Itl H. I~ 1.;; ~, 't', 9 ~ WHEREAS, her years of service have been marked by exemplary VISIon and leadership which have carried the City of Dublin forward in step with progressive communities across Ohio; and II.!, 'I, 'l I:": \: , ,I ~', f f WHEREAS, Council Member Maurer was instrumental in identifying and initiating the process by which the Village of Dublin evolved into the City of Dublin; and !' l :11 t ~ WHEREAS, she pioneered the implementation of Council's annual goal-setting and evaluation process, providing a means of assessing our priorities as well as our progress; and , ~! I' J' ~. " WHEREAS, her special contributions include supporting the membership of the City , of Dublin in the National League of Cities and thereby providing a framework under which the goal was established which led to the national accreditation of the Dublin Division of Police; NOW THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED that the City Council for the City of Dublin, Ohio, and on behalf of all our citizens, does hereby express our sincere appreciation and thanks to Barbara Maurer for her distinguished service to the community. Signed on behalf of Dublin ~IY Council on this LL.nt.y of ,f:j-- ~ 1991. ~ )4 ~pJ1J Iji w; I'. ill d I"; ',' I ,; ~' \1':1 ,:;! ~~ ~ ~1 ~' I< ~ i~ '. ~ i~ Jan ski, Mayor errCilY of Dublin [)J ~ !(. Ii ~~_~=~'='~="""T"-'~"'-~~~-"-'--""" ,,__' "c""='"="J~,o=,~,.._1i ~.v.y\.:J:,1j,&~;.."",.',,.;(,'f.l<\I~'''''',1'.~:jI;,U.'''''':;IV.....,~..:,,,,~!,,,,,,,)..;;,,,..)9...";.;...~V:,\"",~}$l,~'t~~"~~,_,,,,,~'.~jlIJ"~~~'-'iU-'-ij:;,",.:.,ka