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Minutes of Dublin City Council Meeting
September 26, 2011
Mayor Lecklider called the Monday, September 26, 2011 Regular Meeting of Dublin
City Council to order at 7:10 p.m. at the Dublin Municipal Building.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mr. Gerber led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Present were Mayor Lecklider, Vice Mayor Salay, Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher, Mr. Gerber,
Mr. Keenan and Mr. Reiner. Mrs. Boring was absent (excused).
Staff members present were Ms. Grigsby, Mr. Smith, Mr. McDaniel, Chief von
Eckartsberg, Ms. Crandall, Mr. Harding, Mr. Hahn, Mr. Langworthy, Mr. Burns, Mr.
Thurman, Mr. Earman, Mr. Hammersmith, Ms. Ott, Ms. Kennedy, Mr. Edwards, and
Mr. Bittner of Schottenstein, Zox and Dunn.
PROCLAMATIONS /SPECIAL RECOGNITION
• Recognition of U.S. Debut of "Shifting Perspectives" Photography Exhibition
— David Guion, Executive Director of Dublin Arts Council and exhibition
Curator /Photographer Richard Bailey
Mayor Lecklider noted that this photography exhibition is on display at the Dublin
Arts Council, and the curator /photographer is present tonight as well as the
Executive Director of the Dublin Arts Council. He commented that he viewed this
exhibit over the weekend and encouraged everyone to do so.
Mayor Lecklider presented a proclamation to Mr. Bailey declaring October as "Down
Syndrome Awareness" month in Dublin. He invited Mr. Bailey to comment.
Richard Bailey, Curator and one of the photographers for the "Shifting
Perspectives" exhibition stated that when his daughter was born 12 years ago,
there were no positive images of people with Down Syndrome. Over the last seven
years, "Shifting Perspective" photographers have built a substantial body of work
that looks at all aspects of Down Syndrome. With the support of the Down
Syndrome Association and Glaxo- Smith - Kline, they have been able to exhibit in
over 40 venues in 11 countries, demonstrating to the general public that people
with Down Syndrome have dreams, aspirations, wants, needs, likes and dislikes,
just like everyone else. He expressed his heartfelt thanks to Mr. Guion and the
Dublin Arts Council for hosting this first exhibition in the U.S. and for their hard
work in making this possible. He thanked Council for the proclamation and
encouraged them to visit the exhibition.
Mr. Guion added his thanks to Council for supporting DAC through the hotel /motel
tax endowment. He thanked the Dublin Foundation and the Greater Columbus Arts
Council who have supported this exhibition. He encouraged everyone to visit the
exhibit, which is on display at the Arts Center through November 4.
Vice Mayor Salay added that she is very excited to have this exhibit in the
community, which brings to life these incredible individuals. She works at Dublin
Schools with special needs students, and enjoyed viewing the exhibit.
Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher congratulated Mr. Guion, staff and Board for securing the
exhibit for the United States. She, too, viewed the exhibit on Friday evening and
found it very integrated into the event taking place at the Arts Center. Thanks for
thinking of how this exhibit would open everyone's eyes to life!
Mr. Reiner wished Mr. Guion a "Happy Birthday" on behalf of his Council
colleagues.
SPECIAL PRESENTATION
HealthSpot, Inc. Care4Station - Steve Cashman, HealthSpot Founder
Steve Cashman, Founder of HealthSpot noted that he was present before Council
eight months ago in conjunction with an incentive to establish this new company in
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Dublin. He is pleased to report that they have exceeded the goals they had set.
He reviewed the company's mission, which is to increase access to high quality,
convenient and affordable health care services. They accomplish their mission
through a variety of technology, which consists of a care station placed at a
grocery store, large employer's office, or community recreation center. Every
licensed physician in the state is empowered to see patients through that facility.
They can deliver a health care appointment for approximately $35, which is 40
percent less than the cost for any other health care appointment in the U.S. today.
This represents a realignment of the financial aspects of the delivery mechanism,
and everyone wins in the cycle.
They have a combination of software that automates every step between setting
up and completing a doctor visit, including creating the record of the visit.
He noted that he founded HealthSpot in June of 2010, and the first office opened
at 94 N. High Street. They focused on commercializing this idea through R &D
manufacturing business partnerships. Recently, they moved to 545 Metro Place
South and now have 20 employees and 10 contract workers. They were able to
present this concept recently to Mitt Romney, and they have had CEO level staff
from Proctor & Gamble, CBS, Sprint, and other large companies interested as well.
They are bringing CEOs to Dublin to demonstrate this solution, and they are
considering deploying thousands of units across the country and the world. They
recently presented their solution to Governor Kasich, who shared the information
with the state Health & Human Services Director. They estimate they could trim at
least $750 million from the $8 billion state budget through application of their
Care4 stations. In addition, there is an opportunity for grant funds, both for their
company and for the City of Dublin, which he urged the City to consider. There is
$600 million in federal funding available for the evolution of access of health care
services that must be combined between a community and a private entity
delivering those services.
In addition, they have collaborated with another Columbus company, Commercial
Vehicle Group. They have invested millions and added much job capacity to
produce the Care4 station product. Cardinal Health has taken their unit to the
entire pharmacy community for placement in those pharmacies.
He announced that on Sunday, October 2 the Care4 unit will be debuted at the
Healthy Dublin community health fair at the Dublin Recreation Center. They have
collaborated with OSU, COPC, and others to empower the medical community to
see the citizens of Dublin at this facility. They will launch 20 locations around
Central Ohio in the near future. He shared a video clip about the company. He
encouraged everyone to view the Care4 Station at the Rec Center on Sunday,
October 2.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
There were no comments from citizens regarding items not on the agenda.
CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Lecklider noted that eight items are proposed for action on the consent
agenda and asked whether any Council Member requests removal of an item for
further consideration under the Regular agenda.
Vice Mayor Salay asked the Law Director for additional information about the liquor
permit at Emerald Town Center. There was previous discussion about an issue in
this location that the applicant was trying to remedy. What is the status?
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Mr. Smith responded that the issue relates to the annexation date of this land,
whether the area is "wet" or "dry" for alcohol sales, and whether alcohol sales
would require a vote by the electors. Work is continuing on addressing this issue.
Mayor Lecklider moved approval of the actions for the eight items as proposed on
the consent agenda.
Mr. Gerber seconded the motion.
Vote on the motion: Mr. Reiner, yes; Mr. Gerber, yes; Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher, yes;
Mr. Keenan, yes; Vice Mayor Salay, yes; Mayor Lecklider, yes.
1. Acceptance of Correspondence (no request for hearing)
a. Notice to Legislative Authority — new D5 liquor permit — Emerald Liq One
LLC, 5625 -5649 Woerner - Temple Road, Building 3
2. Approval of Minutes of September 12, 2011 Council Meeting
3. Ordinance 53 -11 (Introduction /first reading)
Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into a Contract for Health Services
with the Franklin County Board of Health for 2012.
4. Ordinance 54 -11 (Introduction /first reading)
Amending Chapter 35 of the Codified Ordinances to Revise the Fee and
Service Charge Revenue /Cost Comparison System and Establishing a
Schedule of Fees and Service Charges for City of Dublin Services.
S. Ordinance 55 -11 (Introduction /first reading)
Accepting the Updated Estimated Average Per Acre Value of Land for Park
Fees in Lieu of Land Dedication.
6. Resolution 47 -11 (Introduction /Vote)
Accepting the Amounts and Rates as Determined by the Budget Commission
and Authorizing the Necessary Tax Levies and Certifying Them to the County
Auditor as Required by Ohio Revised Code Sections 5705.34 and 5705.35.
7. Resolution 48 -11 (Introduction /Vote)
Declaring Certain City-Owned Property as Surplus and Authorizing the City
Manager to Dispose of Said Property in Accordance with Section 37.08 of the
Dublin Codified Ordinances.
8. Appointment of Acting Clerk of Council (October 2 through
October 7, 2011)
(At this point, a short recess was taken due to technical issues with the recording
system. The meeting was reconvened at 7:38 p.m.)
ORDINANCES — SECOND READING /PUBLIC HEARING /VOTE
Ordinance 49 -11
Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Necessary Conveyance
Documentation for the Acquisition of a 0.667 Acres, More or Less, Fee
Simple Interest From Mary Ann Moore. (5551 Avery Road)
Mr. Hammersmith stated that this ordinance authorizes purchase of an existing
residence located at 5551 Avery Road. This property owner is interested in selling
to the City, and the basis for the City purchase is the 1996 alignment study for the
future Avery Road widening. The widening project would require a total taking of
this property. Previously, the City acquired two properties to the south: one on
the corner of Rings Road and Avery Road, formerly owned by Ms. Goebel; and
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property immediately to the north of that owned by Ms. Kaiser. This ordinance
authorizes a purchase agreement in the amount of $95,325 for the Moore property.
Staff recommends approval of the ordinance.
Vice Mayor Salay noted the structure on the southeast corner of Rings and Avery at
6177 Rings is an historic building — the first schoolhouse in the township. Is the
City avoiding impacting that parcel with the future widening project?
Mr. Hammersmith responded that this will be a subject for right -of -way acquisition
in the future when Avery Road is improved. He does not recall the extent of the
impact to this particular property, but there is an impact.
Mr. Keenan added that the cemetery is located nearby as well, and he recalls much
discussion in the 1980s about the fact that the headstones and cemetery plots are
not necessarily aligned. To some extent, these may intrude on the right -of -way.
Vote on the Ordinance: Mr. Keenan, yes; Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher, yes; Mr. Reiner,
yes; Mr. Gerber, yes; Vice Mayor Salay, yes; Mayor Lecklider, yes.
Ordinance 51 -11
Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Necessary Conveyance
Documentation for the Acquisition of a 0.025 Acres, More or Less,
Permanent Sidewalk Easement, and a 0.035 Acres, More or Less,
Temporary Construction and Grading Easement from Kevin O'Connor and
Karen O'Connor.
Mr. Hammersmith stated that a component of this year's street maintenance
program is the improvement of the sidewalk along the east side of Corbins Mill
Drive. The property owner is agreeable to dedicating a sidewalk easement to the
City at no cost that will allow the City to replace the existing four -foot sidewalk with
a five -foot sidewalk and a five -foot offset from the back of curb. It will also allow
improvement of the cross slope of the sidewalk, which as it exists today does not
meet current standards. A temporary construction easement is needed as well for
the project. Staff recommends approval.
Vote on the Ordinance: Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher, yes; Mr. Gerber, yes; Mr. Keenan,
yes; Vice Mayor Salay, yes; Mayor Lecklider, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes.
Ordinance 52 -11
Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Necessary Conveyance
Documentation for the Acquisition of a 0.023 Acres, More or Less,
Permanent Sidewalk Easement, and a 0.054 Acres, More or Less,
Temporary Construction and Grading Easement from William G. Robson.
Mr. Hammersmith stated that the Robson property is immediately to the north of
the O'Connor property and is at the southeast corner of Bridge Street and Corbins
Mill Drive. This project will provide for installation of a five -foot sidewalk with a
five -foot offset, replacing the existing four -foot sidewalk. The property owner is
agreeable to donating to the City a permanent sidewalk easement, as well as a
temporary construction easement. Staff recommends approval.
Mr. Keenan stated that he was contacted by this property owner sometime ago
about problems with the grading from the roadway to the property line. He
assumes this project will address those issues.
Mr. Hammersmith responded affirmatively.
Vote on the Ordinance: Vice Mayor Salay, yes; Mayor Lecklider, yes; Mr. Reiner,
yes; Mr. Keenan, yes; Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher, yes; Mr. Gerber, yes.
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INTRODUCTION /VOTE — RESOLUTIONS
Resolution 49 -11
Accepting the Lowest and Best Bid for the Construction of the
Compressed Natural Gas Fueling Project.
Vice Mayor Salay introduced the resolution.
Mr. Burns stated that in August, the City solicited bids for the construction phase of
the CNG project. This phase consists of the installation of the CNG compressors,
the necessary modifications for the fueling facility, and the modifications needed to
the Fleet Maintenance facility so that the mechanics can work on CNG vehicles.
Four bids were received, but one bidder withdrew immediately after the bid
opening. R.W. Setterlin Company has submitted the lowest and best bid of
$1,697,300. Staff, legal counsel and the consultants have reviewed the bids
carefully and recommend approval of the resolution, authorizing the City Manager
to enter into a contract with R.W. Setterlin Company. He offered to respond to
questions.
Mr. Keenan asked if there is a penalty for a company that withdraws a bid, as they
are required to post a bid bond.
Mr. Burns responded that a penalty can be initiated, but it would be very minimal
and amounts to a percentage of any damages or costs incurred by the City due to
the withdrawal of the bid.
Mr. Keenan asked if the City would accept bids from this company in the future. In
his view, withdrawing a bid after submission is counterproductive to the purpose of
the bidding process.
Mr. Burns agreed, but added he would not want to force a company to do a
project, knowing they have entered into the contract with an incorrect bid, likely
resulting in change orders, etc.
Vice Mayor Salay recalled this has occurred previously in cases in which a company
submitted a bid and later identified errors in their calculations.
Mr. Keenan suggested a careful review of any future bids submitted by this
company.
Mayor Lecklider asked about the net expense of the project for the City, taking into
account grants and the IGS contribution.
Mr. Burns responded that the total project cost, including the purchase of 44
vehicles and the conversion of those vehicles to CNG is $4,348,575.00. Taking the
grant funds and the IGS contribution out of that brings the City's contribution to
$2,562,876.00.
Mayor Lecklider stated that he understands that in a recent energy summit
convened by the Governor, there was much discussion about compressed natural
gas. It sounded very exciting, in light of what Dublin is doing in this regard.
Ms. Grigsby added that the vehicles being purchased for conversion to CNG are
vehicles that were already scheduled for replacement in the same timeframe.
Therefore, the City would have purchased these replacement vehicles, whether or
not the CNG conversion was taking place.
Vote on the Resolution: Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher, yes; Vice Mayor Salay, yes; Mayor
Lecklider, yes; Mr. Gerber, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mr. Keenan, yes.
Resolution 50 -11
Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into an Agreement with the
Franklin County Sheriff's Office to Participate in the 2012 Franklin County
DUI Task Force.
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Mr. Gerber introduced the resolution.
Chief von Eckartsberg stated that this agreement represents a continuation of the
City's participation in the DUI Task Force with the Franklin County Sheriff's Office.
The goals are to reduce OVI offenses, reduce fatal crashes, and increase seat belt
usage, which are in line with the goals of reducing crashes in the City. He pointed
out that this is a continuation of the City's partnership with Franklin County Safe
Communities organization -- the umbrella organization of the Central Ohio Safe
Ride program.
Mr. Reiner asked where the grant funds originate.
Chief von Eckartsberg responded that the grant funds are awarded to the Sheriff's
office, and they reimburse the participating agencies in the Task Force for overtime
expenses related to DUI checkpoints, holiday initiatives, etc.
Mr. Reiner asked if the funding constitutes 50 percent of the expenses.
Chief von Eckartsberg responded that the funding provides for the actual costs of
time and one half pay for one officer per cruiser.
Vote on the Resolution: Mr. Gerber, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Vice Mayor Salay, yes;
Mayor Lecklider, yes; Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher, yes; Mr. Keenan, yes.
OTHER
• Presentation re. updated City website and digital media outreach to
community
Mr. Edwards, Web Administrator noted that both the residential and business
community look for information each day from the City of Dublin. Digital media
includes the City's websites (City of Dublin, Dublin Irish Festival); partner sites such
as Field of Honor, Dublin Cares, Healthy Dublin, 270/33 Interchange; and social
media (photo sharing, a -news, video sharing), which includes streaming video of
Council meetings.
The central hub is the City's website, and all information is first posted in this
location and then filtered to the satellite pages, such as Facebook, Twitter, and
YouTube. Most attention is focused on the City website.
He shared an example of today's Post Road water tower decommissioning video, as
posted on the City site and pushed out to digital media outlets. By noon, over 400
people had viewed this video. This video has now had over 1,000 viewers in less
than 12 hours.
He noted the following:
• The goals for digital media are as follows: to elevate and reinforce the
outreach to the City's audiences, such as business and residential
communities; to encourage public engagement through online capabilities;
and foster positive relationship management.
• It is important to look for new digital media outlets on a continual basis, as
they change frequently and it is important to stay ahead of the curve.
• He shared screen shots of the City's new website. The new navigation is
based upon what people want (based on ten years of experience with the
site) and how quickly they can access the information. Search engine
optimization or SEO is critical because people want to have their content
located at the top. Adding key words to the copy on the posting and
including interesting photos will improve the search engine.
• Enhanced content management is achieved because it is now possible to
edit the website from any files that are on the web. No additional software
is needed — updates can be posted anytime, anywhere.
• The City's new website will "go live" in a couple of weeks. The photos are
more vibrant, and the copy is more clear and concise.
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• The most important aspect of the new website is that it is mobile. By 2014,
mobile internet usage is expected to exceed desktop internet use. More
people will be looking for information through the mobile phone than from
the desktop. The new City website will be optimized for the iPhone,
Android, and Blackberry devices. These are the top three phones that
people use to search on websites, and so the website has been geared
primarily to these. All of the content that one can access from the desktop
will be available through the mobile phone, and with the same functionality.
• Once the new City website is launched, attention will be focused on mobile
applications. Service requests and reporting of crime tips to police will be
enhanced. An enhanced GPS version of the Parks & Recreation map will be
available as well.
He acknowledged the efforts of Kevin Cooper, Website Developer who could not be
present tonight due to his wife's delivery of their new baby today.
He offered to respond to questions.
Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher asked about the internal policy in terms of response time to
questions sent to the website or other digital media.
Mr. Edwards stated that if the City is not able to respond with the information in
eight hours, staff will at a minimum respond that the response is in process. He
added that Facebook and Twitter are different, as people expect a more instant
response and staff tries to accommodate that. It does depend upon the medium
used in the request.
Vice Mayor Salay asked who on staff manages the City's Facebook and Twitter
accounts.
Mr. Edwards responded that Community Relations oversees these, and receives
notification of any postings or tweets via automatic forwarding to his personal e-
mail.
If he receives an item on his mobile device, he responds as quickly as possible.
Mayor Lecklider noted that Council looks forward to all of these enhancements, and
expects that the community users will find them very useful.
STAFF COMMENTS
Ms. Griasby reported that:
1. As outlined in a packet memo, Jamie Adkins, Sustainability Administrator will
be leaving employment with the City on October 3. She has accepted the
position of Sustainability Program Specialist with the Architect of the Capitol
in Washington, D.C. She added that staff will address this vacancy in the
upcoming budget discussions.
2. A staff report was included in the packet regarding the recent Fitch ratings
review of the City. Fitch periodically does surveillance reviews in order to
ensure they are comfortable with the rating established at the time the last
debt was issued by the City. Based upon their review, the City's AAA rating
was reaffirmed. As Council is aware, the City also has a Moody's rating of
Aaa. Some of the highlighted items in the Fitch review were the City's past
practices and policies with regard to fund balances, using pay -as- you -go
financing versus debt, and the high pay -down on the City debt. With the
present status of the economy, this review by Fitch was very positive and
reaffirmed their AAA rating of the City.
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1. Congratulated and wished Ms. Adkins the best in her new position in
Washington.
2. Noted that the Fitch AAA rating affirmation of the City is great news, given
the state of the nation's economy.
3. Reminded everyone that the Finance Committee of the Whole will meet on
Monday, October 10 at 6 p.m. for the quarterly financial update.
Ms. Chinnici- Zuercher:
1. Noted that Council received via e-mail some renderings from Planning &
Zoning Commissioner Rich Taylor related to discussion with the Commission
and staff regarding the Bridge Street Corridor. How are these ideas being
incorporated into the Bridge Street Corridor discussions?
Ms. Grigsby responded that she has not received this information. She asked Mr.
McDaniel to comment.
Mr. McDaniel stated that Mr. Taylor submitted those concepts on his own to staff,
as a result of some discussion that took place about "closing the loop" on direction
given by Council at the last joint work session. The direction, as understood by
staff, was to finish the draft of the Code, which will then be brought back to
Council; to undertake a character review, district by district, of the Plan and to
identify any concerns of staff and Planning Commission and bring them back to
Council; and to determine what the P&Z role is within the Bridge Street Corridor
Code. He noted that at the last joint work session, staff heard a desire expressed
to capture in more of a visual way the input from the general public, from Council,
and from Planning Commission. Between staff and the Commission, it was
determined they will work together using the vision plan adopted, and try to
capture some of the feedback in a visual manner. It will then be brought back to
Council. This is consistent with the tools to be used, as indicated early in the
process — a form -based Code and a guide book. He acknowledged that some
struggle has occurred in creating the visual aspect and capturing the feedback
obtained. Over time, staff was relying more on the form -based Code and less on
the concept of a guidebook, as it was believed the form -based Code would address
both. However, Dublin is accustomed to a community plan with area plans and lots
of visual depictions, therefore, this is what will be brought forward at a later date.
He added that how all of this relates to Mr. Taylor's visuals is that what he
submitted were his thoughts, many of which staff has heard from the public. Staff
will continue to have that discussion with Planning Commission going forward.
Vice Mayor Salav reported that she recently spoke with Ms. Grigsby about the goal
setting retreat and Council's previous intent to have a mid -year "check -up" on the
status of the goals and possibly combine this with discussion of the Bridge Street
Corridor.
Ms. Grigsby suggested that a discussion — area by area -- of Council's vision for this
Corridor could be part of a mid -year retreat follow -up.
Since the Bridge Street Corridor project was initiated, there has been a lot learned,
lots of public input and new information provided by consultants. It would make
sense for Council to review the Plan area by area, determine the vision, and
whether anything has changed since the project began. For example, the river
park was an important aspect for Council, but perhaps the vision for that has now
changed. The roundabout at SR 161 was the previous plan, but now staff has
indicated it may not be the best option. Council needs to have an update on all of
this information. If Council is amenable, she is suggesting that Council meet on an
off - Monday in October for this discussion. She believes it would be productive for
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Council and for staff to do this before the final plan is approved. She asked for
feedback.
Mayor Lecklider asked who is envisioned as the facilitator of this session.
Vice Mayor Salay responded that staff can make this determination, although it
would be great to have Mr. Dixon do this. This session would be a Council
discussion, with others invited to observe and listen. Monday, October 17 appears
to be an available date on Council's calendar, as well as Wednesday, October 12.
Ms. Grigsby responded that staff will check with Goody Clancy about Mr. Dixon's
availability. If he is not available, staff can serve as facilitator of the discussion and
keep a record of the discussion. It is a matter of Council's preference in regard to
having Mr. Dixon present to facilitate.
Ms. Chin nici-Zuercher stated that, in her view, Mr. Dixon's presence is not
necessary, if having him present means delaying the meeting until a date on which
he is available.
Mayor Lecklider asked for confirmation that if Mr. Dixon is available, that is fine,
but Council will proceed with the meeting in any case.
Council concurred.
Mayor Lecklider suggested that staff contact Mr. Dixon tomorrow about his
availability on either of the dates.
Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher indicated that she has a work conflict on October 12, and
may not be available until 8 p.m.
Ms. Grigsby stated that staff will check with Mr. Dixon and confirm the meeting
date with Council.
Mayor Lecklider:
1. Followed up with respect to the Fitch and Moody's ratings, indicating that
what staff has accomplished cannot be overstated. It is impressive for a
community of Dublin's size, given the budget. Compliments to staff! The
ratings reflect that Dublin is in some esteemed company!
2. Pointed out a memo in the packet with respect to the Healthy Dublin re-
launch and the community health fair, which occurs on Sunday, October 2
from noon to four at the Dublin Recreation Center. There is additional
information available on the City's website.
3. Complimented Chief von Eckartsberg and his staff for the impressive
statistics with respect to the reduction of crime. These represent great
efforts on the part of the Police Department.
4. Recognized Council Member Keenan's birthday tomorrow, and wished him a
very Happy Birthday!
ADJOURNMENT TO EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mayor Lecklider moved to adjourn to executive session at 8:16 p.m. for land
acquisition and collective bargaining matters.
Mr. Gerber seconded the motion.
Mayor Lecklider stated that he has observed there are personnel from the Police
Department in the audience this evening. There will be discussion in executive
session regarding collective bargaining matters as a result of the issuance of the
Fact Finding report today. Council Members have not had the opportunity to
review that report, and this is part of the reason for the executive session tonight.
Council has seven days in which to act on the Fact Finding report. While Council
will reconvene following the executive session, he does not know whether a vote
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will be taken on the report at this time or if that will take place at another time
within the next seven days. He noted that those in the audience are welcome to
stay until Council reconvenes, but added that he is not certain about the duration
of tonight's executive session.
Vote on the motion: Mr. Reiner, yes; Mayor Lecklider, yes; Vice Mayor Salay, yes;
Mr. Gerber, yes; Mr. Keenan, yes; Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher, yes.
The meeting was reconvened at 9:30 p.m.
Mayor Lecklider stated that among other items, Council discussed Mr. Frank
Keenan's Fact Finding report, which was distributed tonight to all Council Members.
Council has had the opportunity to review and consider the report.
He asked if there is a motion from the floor with respect to the report (Fact Finding
Report re. Negotiations between the City of Dublin and the F.O.P. Capital City
Lodge #9).
Mr. Reiner moved to reject the fact finding report.
Mr. Gerber seconded the motion.
Vote on the motion: Mr. Reiner, yes; Vice Mayor Salay, yes; Mr. Gerber, yes; Ms.
Chinnici - Zuercher, yes; Mr. Keenan, yes; Mayor Lecklider, yes.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:32 p.m.
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