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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-08-12 Council MinutesRECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Dublin City_ Council BLANK, INC.. FORM NO 101 August 8, 2012 Mayor Lecklider called the Wednesday, August 8, 2012 Regular Meeting of Dublin City Council to order at 6:35 p.m. at the Dublin Municipal Building. Council Members present were Mayor Lecklider, Vice Mayor Salay, Mrs. Boring, Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher, Mr. Gerber, Mr. Keenan and Mr. Reiner. Staff members present were Ms. Grigsby, Mr. Smith and Mr. Harding. ADJOURNMENT TO EXECUTIVE SESSION Mayor Lecklider moved to adjourn to executive session to discuss personnel matters related to the employment of a public employee or official. Mr. Gerber seconded the motion. Vote on the motion: Mr. Reiner, yes; Mr. Keenan, yes; Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher, yes; Mr. Gerber, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes; Mayor Lecklider, yes; Vice Mayor Salay, yes. The meeting was reconvened at 7:05 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mr. Keenan led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Present were Mayor Lecklider, Vice Mayor Salay, Mrs. Boring, Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher, Mr. Gerber, Mr. Keenan and Mr. Reiner. Staff present were Ms. Grigsby, Mr. Smith, Mr. McDaniel, Ms. Mumma, Chief von Eckartsberg, Ms. Crandall, Mr. Hammersmith, Mr. Langworthy, Ms. Puskarcik, Mr. Harding, Mr. Hahn, Mr. Earman, Mr. Thurman, Mr. Gunderman, Ms. Ott and Ms. Ruwette. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS /PROCLAMATIONS • Update re. Memorial Tournament and 2013 Presidents Cup — Dan Sullivan, Director of The Memorial Tournament and Scott Dring, Executive Director, Dublin Convention & Visitors Bureau Mr. Sullivan noted that the 2012 Memorial Tournament enjoyed a tremendous year, with good weather and play. Television ratings were triple that of the prior year, and attendance was good. Many partnerships were key in the event's success, particularly the partnership with the City of Dublin. He thanked the City for all of their support throughout the years. The feedback from the PGA and participants is that there is no better stop on the tour than Dublin. Hopefully, the City sees value in what the Tournament does. Next year will be the 38 consecutive Tournament. As Council is aware, The Tournament has a great opportunity to bring The Presidents Cup to the City of Dublin in 2013. This has been in the works for over six years. The Presidents Cup was previously held in the United States in San Francisco and Washington, D.C. The television broadcast will go out to 500 million households around the world, distributed to 25 countries and territories, with over 150,000 attending the event. Dublin staff and Scott Dring of the DCVB have worked closely with them on this event. Over 5,000 hotels room are booked at this point, and a travel package promotion will begin in October 2012. They anticipate The Presidents Cup will be quite different from The Memorial Tournament, with a strong national and international presence. October 2, 2012 is one year from the event, and many activities are planned for that day, including a celebration with the Columbus Sports Commission celebration of their tenth anniversary, highlighting The Presidents Cup as the featured sporting attraction. A press conference will be held on October 2 at Muir Village in Dublin, and promotions will continue throughout the year. They look forward to working in partnership with the City, and appreciate all of the City's efforts to date. They brought the cup for viewing and photos tonight. The cup itself will be toured around Dublin and the Columbus region. It represents an ambassador -type event that will bring the world to the City's doorstep. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of Dublin City Council Meeting Page 2 Mr. Dring stated that from the outset of the Presidents Cup planning, Dublin has been working closely with Mr. Sullivan. He is confident that the Dublin hotels will be full that week. The focus now is on leveraging the event for national and international exposure for the City of Dublin. He has been working with the City and the HDBA and others on hosting an event in Dublin during the Presidents Cup. The Dublin event will likely be on Thursday of that week. Tuesday evening of the week will be a gala event at Columbus Commons and Saturday will be a gallery hop in Columbus. He recently attended the largest travel and trade show in the world in Los Angeles, in conjunction with Experience Columbus and the State of Ohio. They met with worldwide potential tour operators regarding The Presidents Cup. Marketing efforts continue, and by demonstrating that the City can host international events, more events will come to Dublin. The Australian Rules football tournament is a prime example. Council will host a Town Hall meeting regarding The Presidents Cup on Tuesday, August 21 from 9:30 to 11:30 at the Rec Center. The goal is to engage the community, educating them on The Presidents Cup and gaining feedback on ideas for promotion in Dublin. (There was a brief recess for a photo.) • Update re. Emerald City Half and Quarter Marathon — David Babner, Founder M3S Sports Mr. Babner stated that on behalf of M3S Sports team and their partners, including Ohio Health, Dublin Methodist Hospital, Dermatology of Greater Columbus, The Diamond Cellar, BW3s, Kroger, Casto, and the benefitting charity for the event — Welcome Warehouse — and the hundreds of volunteers who help to produce the event, and the 2,500 participants from 18 states and three countries, they are proud to present the third annual marathon on August 26. He introduced those accompanying him who were in the audience. He noted that two relay teams of three firefighters in full gear will do a relay for the entire half marathon, raising funds for fallen firefighters. Between the Emerald City and Flying Feather marathons, M3S Sports produces the two largest running and walking events in the City of Dublin. The Flying Feather was nationally recognized by Runners' World magazine as one of the best Thanksgiving Day celebrations in the country. The Emerald City Quarter Marathon was the first quarter marathon in the country. The focus of M3S Sports and this event is on celebration and participation in these community events. M3S Sports is partnering with the City of Dublin on the Healthy Dublin initiative, and the Community Health Fair is scheduled at the Rec Center on August 25. In 2011, their marathon won the "2011 Living the Irish Attitude" award from the Convention Bureau. This year, Scott Dring, Executive Director of the DCVB will serve as Honorary Race Director. The race course begins at Dublin Methodist Hospital and winds through Glacier Ridge Metro Park. The goal of this event has always been to build a major community event and promote it locally, regionally and nationally in a way that provides significant value for the Dublin community — from a healthy living perspective and an economic impact perspective. He invited Council members to join them on August 26 — as a participant, starter, or to congratulate those who complete the race. He congratulated Dublin on their efforts to promote health and wellness in the community. • Recognition of 40 Anniversary of La Scala Italian Bistro — William Lalli and Bryan Fiebig Mayor Lecklider presented a proclamation to William Lalli and Bryan Fiebig on the 40 anniversary of La Scala. Mr. Lalli thanked Council for this recognition, noting he worked for the original owner, Benny Ciotola who died in 2006. After that, he and Mr. Fiebig purchased the restaurant, remodeling and expanding it. The restaurant is doing very well and hosts an average of four weddings per weekend. He thanked the City for their support of La Scala. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minu = Qf_ Dublin City Council August 8, 2012 • Recognition of Sergeant Craig Hungler as recipient of the International Conference of Police Chaplains Stuart Nelson Liaison Award Chief von Eckartsberg noted that Sgt. Hungler has worked in Dublin for many years and has been involved for most of that time with the Police Chaplaincy program. Sgt. Hungler initiated the program in 1990. In recognition of his commitment, Sgt. Hunger received the Stuart Nelson Liaison Award from the ICPC. He was chosen out of 2,200 members of the ICP worldwide. Chief von Eckartsberg also presented a Police Division Certificate of Merit award to Sgt. Hungler for his extraordinary support of Police chaplaincy over an extended number of years. He has served as division Chaplain Liaison since the position's inception in 1990. He also serves as Chaplain Liaison for F.O.P. Lodge 9. Sgt. Hungler thanked Chief von Eckartsberg for this recognition. He noted that one of the true blessings in his life is working with Police officers and building up the spiritual side of their lives. On a daily basis, Police officers face many situations unfamiliar to the average citizen. He thanked the Chief and the City for their continued support of the program. CITIZEN COMMENTS Wallace Maurer, 7451 Dublin Road noted that on a recent night, he suddenly saw the City in a remarkably fresh light. There is a program on radio called, "From the Top" in which the moderator searches out young talent throughout the country. On this recent broadcast, he announced a 15 -year old performer from Dublin, Ohio who was described as a euphonium virtuoso — a rarely used wind instrument. Apparently, this boy's father operates wind bands in Central Ohio. Mr. Maurer then announced that he has scheduled his next piano concert on Thursday evening, September 20 at Graves Piano and Organ recital hall, 5798 Karl Road in Columbus. Merissa McKinstry. Director of Business Development, Dublin Springs Hospital stated that this is a newly constructed behavioral health hospital opening on Tuesday, August 28. They are located west of Dublin Methodist Hospital off of Hospital Drive. On August 28, they will open 48 inpatient beds for mental health wellness as well as co- occurring mental health and chemical dependency. Toward the end of 2012 or early 2013, they will open an additional 24 beds specializing in geriatric psychiatry. An open house is scheduled on Monday, August 27 from 4 -7 p.m. and she is hopeful that City Council and Dublin staff will come and tour the facility and meet their staff. When open, Dublin Springs will employ 100 employees in Phase One. They hope that Phase 2 will occur quickly, and they are interviewing applicants for Phase 2 at this time. They are very excited to be in the Dublin community and look forward to being a resource to Dublin and Central Ohio. She offered to respond to questions. Mr. Reiner asked for a quick synopsis of the kind of patients who will seek treatment at their facility. Ms. McKinstry responded that the patients will have a primary psychiatric diagnosis. They are working with local hospital systems and those in surrounding counties. Typically, the patients would go to an emergency room and a referral would be made to a facility such as Dublin Springs. They work with NetCare of Columbus. Mr. Keenan asked if Dublin Springs is considered an in network facility for some of the major health carriers in Central Ohio. Ms. McKinstry responded that they will contract with all major health insurance plans in this region. Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher stated that this is an important program and a resource that Dublin does not have at this time. As everyone is aware, the mental health institutions were essentially closed in Ohio in order to develop and improve the community-based treatment programs. However, patients with severe mental health RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS M inute_s_Qf Dublin City Council Meeting 8, 2012 needs require this type of facility for treatment. She welcomes Dublin Springs to the community. Ms. McKinstry noted that the Columbus market is the third most under - bedded market in the United States for these services. Dublin Springs came to this area based on this need. She encouraged everyone to visit this state -of- the -art facility, which is very unique for behavioral health care. CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Lecklider noted that nine items are proposed for action on the consent agenda. He asked whether any Council Member requests removal of an item for further consideration under the regular agenda. Hearing none, Mayor Lecklider moved approval of actions requested for the nine items as proposed on the consent agenda. Mr. Reiner seconded the motion. Vote on the motion: Vice Mayor Salay, yes; Mayor Lecklider, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mr. Keenan, yes; Mr. Gerber, yes; Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes. 1. Approval of Minutes of July 2, 2012 Council meeting Notice to Legislative Authority of New Cl and C2 liquor permits for Tamarkin Company dba Getgo 3401, 6725 Perimeter Loop, Dublin, Ohio 43017 3. Notice to Legislative Authority of New D3 liquor permit for G & R Brewing Company LLC, 7509 Sawmill Road, Dublin, OH 43017 4. Notice to Legislative Authority of New Cl liquor permit for SL Enterprise LLC, dba Bridge Street Pizza, 16 E. Bridge Street, Dublin, OH 43017 S. Ordinance 47 -12 (Introduction/ First Reading) Accepting the Annexation of 3.4 +/- Acres, More or Less, from Washington Township to the City of Dublin. (Harvey and Alex Vesha, 7094 Dublin Road) (Second reading /public hearing August 20 Council meeting) 6. Ordinance 48 -12 (Introduction/ First Reading) Adopting the 2013 -2017 Five -Year Capital Improvements Program. (Second reading /public hearing Monday, September 10 Council meeting; Finance Committee workshop scheduled on Monday, August 13) 7. Ordinance 49 -12 (Introduction/ First Reading) Amending the Annual Appropriations for the Fiscal Year Ending December 31, 2012. (Second reading /public hearing August 20 Council meeting) 8. Resolution 39 -12 (Introduction /Vote) Accepting the Lowest /Best Bid for Darree Fields Water Service and Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into a Contract for Said Service. 9. Resolution 40 -12 (Introduction /Vote) Accepting the Lowest /Best Bid for the Martin Road Shared Use Path Project and Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into a Contract for Said Project. (Project No. 10- 009.0 -CIP) SECOND READING /PUBLIC HEARING — ORDINANCES Mayor Lecklider moved to waive the Council Rules of Order to address Ordinances 43- 12, 44 -12, 45 -12 and 46- 12(Amended) together. Mr. Gerber seconded the motion. Vote on the motion: Mr. Keenan, yes; Mayor Lecklider, yes; Mr. Gerber, yes; Vice Mayor Salay, yes; Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Dublin City Council _ ___Mt August 8, Ordinance 43 -12 Providing for the Issuance and Sale of Bonds in the Maximum Principal Amount of $2,700,000 for the Purpose of Paying the Costs of Improving the Municipal Sewer System by Repairing and Relining Sewer Lines, Together with All Incidental Work and Related Appurtenances Thereto. Ordinance 44 -12 Providing for the Issuance and Sale of Bonds in the Maximum Principal Amount of $2,500,000 for the Purpose of Paying the Costs of Improving the Municipal Water System by Constructing a Water Tower, Together with All Incidental Work and Related Appurtenances Thereto. Ordinance 45 -12 Providing for the Issuance and Sale of Bonds in the Maximum Principal Amount of $2,300,000 for the Purpose of Paying the Costs of Improving the Municipal Street Lighting System by Replacing the Existing Street Lighting with Light Emitting Diode Street Lights, Together with All Incidental Work and Related Appurtenances Thereto. Ordinance 46 -12 (Amended) Providing for the Issuance and Sale of Bonds in the Maximum Principal Amount of $4,240,000 for the Purpose of Paying the Costs of Currently Refunding the City's Avery- Muirfield Drive Interchange Improvement Note, Series 1999, Which was Originally Issued for the Purpose of Paying Costs of Improving the Vehicular Transportation System in the City by Modifying the Avery- Muirfield Interchange, Including Deck Widening and Ramp Widening; the Widening of Avery- Muirfield from the Interchange to Perimeter Drive, Adding One Lane in Each Direction; Adding a Lane from Perimeter Drive to Post Road; and Installing a Closed Loop Signal System, Together with All Necessary Appurtenances. Ms. Mumma stated that staff is requesting approval of the four ordinances, which allow for the City to issue bonds for a number of projects. • Ordinance 43 -12 issues debt to improve the sewer system through sewer lining as well as manhole rehabilitation. The first phase of this program began this year in the area of Dumfries Court. The second phase is currently underway in the area north of Glick Road. There is an additional $375,000 allocated toward manhole rehabilitation, which is part of the Director's Final Findings and Orders as issued by the Ohio EPA. Funding to repay this debt service will come from the Sewer Fund. This ordinance will amortize the debt proceeds for 20 years. • Ordinance 44 -12 issues debt to provide funding for the purpose of constructing the Dublin Road water tower. The funds to retire this debt service will come from Water Fund revenues. • Ordinance 45 -12 issues debt to provide funding for the purpose of replacing approximately 1,500 LED street lights throughout the City. Staff initiated efforts last year to replace street lighting within parking lots of City-owned facilities. This bond issuance will provide funding to replace the street lights on all public roads. The bonds will be amortized over 10 years due to the life of the lights themselves. • Ordinance 46- 12(Amended) relates to refinancing existing bonds outstanding for the Avery- M u irfield/US 33 interchange. As outlined in the memos, the number was refined to net approximately $250,000 of savings at a six percent rate over a seven -year period. This loan was originally taken out through the State Infrastructure bank. In regard to the LED street lights, staff reviewed other alternatives to issuing debt for this project. There are some agencies that offer things such as Qualified Energy Renewal bonds, but unfortunately, the City was not able to achieve enough savings RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Dublin City Council Meeting August 8, 2012 Page 6 with this option, given that there were already costs associated with this issuance. Those programs are often set up for issuers that cannot obtain an AAA credit rating such as Dublin can, and so they pool resources together and issue bonds. She introduced the team who worked with the City on the bond issuance: bond counsel Chris Franzmann of Squires, Sanders & Dempsey; Brian Cooper of Baird, the underwriting firm selected for this issuance; and Brad Sprague, the City's financial adviser. Collectively, the team has a tremendous amount of experience and the efforts should net the City the best results possible. She offered to respond to any questions. Mr. Keenan asked if the bonds are offered to the general public, or are they all picked up by institutions. He has had questions from residents regarding this matter. Mr. Cooper stated that a local investor seminar can be scheduled for residents interested in purchasing City of Dublin bonds on the original securities. That would require the underwriter to come in with a broker associated with Baird to give a quick synopsis of the bonds; the resident would then have a meeting to determine the suitability of those investments for them. They could be part of the original offering, if desired. The only other way to obtain City of Dublin bonds would be in the secondary market, whereby institutional buyers purchase the bonds and sell them on the secondary market. This has been done for other clients, such as Lancaster City Schools. A local seminar was held in the community to offer an opportunity to purchase bonds as part of the primary offering. Ms. Grigsby added that approximately 10 years ago, the City offered this seminar and the opportunity for this separate sale. She recalls there was very little or no interest in the bonds at that time. Mr. Cooper noted that, typically, 5 to 10 investors would attend such a seminar. For an offering of $10 -20 million in bonds, there may be orders of $100- 200,000 from these types of investors. Mr. Reiner asked if there is any benefit to having an initial offering for the Dublin residents. Mr. Cooper responded there would be measurable financial impact to the City under either scenario. It would be a community outreach effort, giving the community a chance to purchase bonds from the initial offering. If they purchase those bonds from the underwriter, they are sold at the same price as the institutional investors. If a broker /dealer purchases bonds for resale, they would mark the bonds up and sell them at a higher price. Mr. Reiner asked about what percentage of mark -up this would include. Mr. Cooper responded he is not certain. Wallace Maurer, 7451 Dublin Road noted that his comments and questions are made in the tradition of James Madison who said that the experiment that began in 1776 would last only if there were an informed society. For this reason, he asks questions: 1. In the first memo, under "Summary," paragraph 2, sentence one, the phrase "State Infrastructure bank" occurs. Is that a specialty bank or an internal arm of the City government? Ms. Mumma responded this is a State of Ohio run program that allows the City to take out, in many cases, a very low interest loan. They issue loans to municipalities to pay for infrastructure. At the time, the State Infrastructure bank must have been an attractive option for various reasons. Now that there is an administrative fee on top of that, it is more advantageous for the City to refinance that. It is simply another mechanism available to fund infrastructure. 2. There is a spelling error in the second memo, under "Background." He will provide this information to the Clerk. 3. He asked who would be purchasing these bonds. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of Dublin City Council Meeting August 8, 2012 Mr. Cooper responded that the bonds are purchased by institutional investors, including banks, insurance companies, money managers and trusts. Vote on Ordinances 43 -12, 44 -12. 45 -12 and 46- 12(Amended): Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mayor Lecklider, yes; Mr. Gerber, yes; Mr. Keenan, yes; Vice Mayor Salay, yes. INTRODUCTION/ FIRST READING — ORDINANCES Ordinance 50 -12 Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Necessary Conveyance Documentation to Accept the Dedication of a 0.004 Acres, More or Less, Temporary Construction and Grading Easement and a 0.010 Acres, More or Less, Temporary Construction and Grading Easement from Joseph A. Cartolano and Diane M. Cartolano, and Declaring an Emergency. (Request to dispense with public hearing) Mr. Gerber introduced the ordinance. Mr. Hammersmith stated this relates to the Martin Road shared use path and a temporary easement needed from the Cartolanos. In total, the needed temporary easement is 610 square feet and the Cartolanos have offered to donate those to the City to enable construction of the path. Staff recommends acceptance of this donation and sending a letter of appreciation to the property owners for this donation. Wallace Maurer, 7451 Dublin Road noted that he studied the maps today and could not determine what a shared use path is. Is this a bikepath or a sharrow in the roadway? Ms. Grigsby responded it is a bikepath. Mr. Hammersmith added that bicycles, joggers, walkers, runners can all share the use of this path. Mayor Lecklider moved to dispense with the public hearing and treat this as emergency legislation. Mr. Gerber seconded the motion. Vote on the motion: Mrs. Boring, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mayor Lecklider, yes; Vice Mayor Salay, yes; Mr. Gerber, yes; Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher, yes; Mr. Keenan, yes. Vote on the Ordinance: Mayor Lecklider, yes; Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher, yes; Mr. Keenan, yes; Mr. Gerber, yes; Vice Mayor Salay, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes. Ordinance 51 -12 Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Necessary Conveyance Documentation to Accept the Dedication of a 0.004 Acres, More or Less, Permanent Shared -Use Path, Drainage and Grading Easement and a 0.058 Acres, More or Less, Temporary Construction and Grading Easement from Four Fives LLC, and Declaring an Emergency. (Request to dispense with public hearing) Mr. Gerber introduced the ordinance. Mr. Hammersmith shared a slide depicting the easements needed from the property owners. At the time the law firm constructed their building, they installed a path and also provided a permanent easement for that path. The City is now requesting additional permanent easement in order to move the location of the path to accommodate the trees on the Cartolano property. The law office has agreed to donate these easements. The law office has asked if the City would be willing to vacate an equivalent area of 175 square feet. This area will be shaved off the corner of the existing permanent easement and vacated. They have also asked that the City plant a new Buckeye tree to replace the existing tree that was lost during the June 29 storm event. The City has agreed to do so. Staff recommends acceptance of this donation and that a letter of appreciation be sent to the property owners. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Dublin City Council Meeti No 10148 August 8, 2012 - - P_age - 8 Mayor Lecklider moved to dispense with the public hearing and treat this as emergency legislation. Mr. Gerber seconded the motion. Vote on the motion: Mrs. Boring, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mayor Lecklider, yes; Vice Mayor Salay, yes; Mr. Gerber, yes; Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher, yes; Mr. Keenan, yes. Vote on the Ordinance: Mayor Lecklider, yes; Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher, yes; Mr. Keenan, yes; Mr. Gerber, yes; Vice Mayor Salay, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes. Ordinance 52 -12 Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Necessary Conveyance Documentation to Accept the Dedication of a 0.094 Acres, More or Less, Permanent Shared -Use Path, Drainage and Grading Easement (Reserve III), a 0.004 Acres, More or Less, Temporary Construction and Grading Easement (Reserve III), a 0.141 Acres, More or Less, Permanent Shared - Use Path, Drainage and Grading Easement (Reserve FFF), a 0.047 Acres, More or Less, Temporary Construction and Grading Easement (Reserve FFF), and a 0.025 Acres, More or Less, Temporary Construction and Grading Easement from the Muirfield Association, Inc., and Declaring An Emergency. (Request to dispense with public hearing) Mr. Gerber introduced the ordinance. Mr. Hammersmith stated that staff is moving forward with the construction of Section 2 of the Glick Road shared use path, which lies between Muirfield Drive and Carnoustie Drive. The bids were opened yesterday, favorable bids were received, and the bid acceptance legislation will be brought to Council on August 20 for approval. The path is generally within right -of -way or reserve areas and under ownership of the Muirfield Association. Staff met with the Board of the Association and they were very supportive, agreeing to donate the easements to the City of Dublin, as outlined in the staff report, at no cost. Staff recommends acceptance of the donation and that a letter of appreciation be sent to the Board. Mayor Lecklider moved to dispense with the public hearing and treat this as emergency legislation. Mr. Gerber seconded the motion. Vote on the motion: Mrs. Boring, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mayor Lecklider, yes; Vice Mayor Salay, yes; Mr. Gerber, yes; Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher, yes; Mr. Keenan, yes. Vote on the Ordinance: Mayor Lecklider, yes; Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher, yes; Mr. Keenan, yes; Mr. Gerber, yes; Vice Mayor Salay, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes. INTRODUCTION /PUBLIC HEARING /VOTE - RESOLUTIONS Resolution 41 -12 Supporting the Upper Scioto Watershed Balanced Growth Plan. Mr. Gerber introduced the resolution. Mr. Goodwin stated that in 2010, the Mid Ohio Regional Planning Commission initiated a Balanced Growth planning process. The purpose was to develop a series of plans for each of the five major watersheds in Central Ohio. MORPC invited the City of Dublin to become a member of the Upper Scioto Watershed Planning Partnership and staff has been engaged with MORPC over the past year or so in the development of an Upper Scioto Watershed Balanced Growth Plan. He noted the following: There are three major goals of the plan: to preserve, protect and enhance the natural environment of the Upper Scioto Watershed and the natural areas within it; preserve and enhance the unique characteristics of each of the communities within the watershed; and to plan for sustainable growth and economic development and efficient use of infrastructure and other resources within the watershed. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Dublin City Council Meeting August 8, 2012 • The primary focus of the plan is the development of a series of maps called, "Priority Area Maps." (He shared the Upper Scioto watershed priority area map, with highlighting in green outlining the City of Dublin.) • There are three types of priority areas with the plan. First is priority agricultural areas, which have been designated through a combination of technical analysis and community review as particularly well suited for continued agricultural production. There aren't any of those areas identified within the City of Dublin — they are located primarily to the north and south portions of the watershed in the more rural areas. The other two types are within the City of Dublin. The priority conservation areas outlined in purple, areas identified as significant locations for ecological, natural preservation enhancement. Those also can include cultural areas as well. In orange on the map are priority development areas — areas identified through technical analysis and community review as being priority areas for either new or redevelopment. These are primarily areas in close proximity to highways and major arterial roadways and already serviced by existing infrastructure, primarily sewer, or planned infrastructure. • In Dublin, the priority development areas are primarily along I -270 and US33/161 corridors. The priority conservation areas are stream corridor buffers — the existing parks system and the Historic Dublin area is identified as a conservation area as well. The following are the items for consideration in staff's analysis: • The priority area maps included in this plan are consistent with the City's land use plan in terms of both development areas and conservation priorities; • There are a series of implementation recommendations in the balanced growth plan, which are largely consistent with the Dublin Community Plan, with existing City Code and other City policies. For example, the Balanced Growth Plan recommends implementation of best stormwater management practices, which is something Dublin already does. Dublin is in the process of updating its stormwater manual in light of the Bridge Street Corridor development code. • Plan implementation is entirely voluntary and at the discretion of each of the member communities. • There is the potential for eligibility for financial or technical incentives from the State, should the Balanced Growth Plan become endorsed by the State. For each of the Balanced Growth Plans to be endorsed by the State, the State requires that 75 percent of the land area and the population within each of the watersheds be represented through a resolution of support by each of the member communities. Dublin is one of 29 member communities in the Upper Scioto Watershed Planning Partnership. Dublin represents about nine percent of the watershed's population and nearly six percent of the land area of the watershed. • There is an opportunity for continued dialogue with the surrounding jurisdictions, neighbors and agencies. One of the requests of MORK is that, in addition to adopting a resolution of support for the Balanced Growth Plan, each of the member communities commit to remaining involved as a member of the Planning Partnership to meet periodically — likely annually — to continue dialogue and share experience with implementing the best management practices so that the community understands what the planning and infrastructure development priorities are and to identify ways to share services and resources. Staff recommends approval of Resolution 41 -12, which will provide City support for the 2012 Upper Scioto Watershed Balanced Growth Plan and also confirm the City's intent for continued participation in the Planning Partnership. He noted that he and Nancy Reger of MORK are available to respond to questions. Mayor Lecklider asked Mr. Goodwin to identify the top two or three most significant parts of this Plan that Dublin considers to be a priority in terms of implementation. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Dublin City Council Meng 10148 August 8 - 2012 - Mr. Goodwin responded that, in addition to the map itself, which is consistent with the City's land use plan, the stormwater management techniques are a priority and tree preservation practices, which Dublin is already know for and the practices are consistent with City policy. The Plan recommends the adoption and continual monitoring of a comprehensive plan. Many of the communities, especially townships, don't comprehensively plan on a regular basis as Dublin does. Conservation development is recommended by this Plan, and that is consistent with policies in the City's land use plan. Mayor Lecklider asked about the period of time the development of this plan required. Mr. Goodwin respond that the process began about 18 months ago. Mayor Lecklider noted that all of Council endorses this effort and is appreciative of the work of staff in this initiative, which is consistent with the City's philosophy. Wallace Maurer, 7451 Dublin Road stated that he was not able to review this splendid brochure on the Upper Scioto planning partnership. His questions are as follows: 1. Is the territory envisioned by MORPC the same as that envisioned by the Upper Scioto planning partnership? Mr. Goodwin responded affirmatively. He clarified that the Upper Scioto planning partnership does not represent every community within the Upper Scioto watershed. Not all communities had a desire to be involved in the process. The planning area is smaller than the natural boundaries of the Upper Scioto watershed. 2. Is there enough momentum in this to address a future situation of an undesirable type of development proposed within the watershed? Mr. Goodwin responded that would not be an outcome of this Plan. This Plan is intended as a general guide for the member communities. The land use decision would be the sole decision of the community in which it was proposed. 3. Is the concept sufficiently projected in all the territories involved so that the community would 'rise up" against an undesirable proposal, such as a casino? Mr. Goodwin responded that a benefit of this continued planning partnership is that as new, unforeseen issues arise, those items can be discussed and this plan can be amended, if appropriate and if a majority of the members agrees. 4. Does he have any idea how many people in the territory — Columbus, Dublin, and other municipalities — are aware of this? Mr. Goodwin deferred to Nancy Reger of MORPC for response. Nancy Reger, MORPC stated that these are peer communities to Dublin, and each one of them is being asked to recommend endorsement of this Plan. The City of Columbus is involved in three of the five watershed plans that have been done. They are fully aware of this process and are very participatory in it. 5. How much of the population of the municipalities are aware of this Plan? Ms. Reger responded there have been several public meetings, several open forums — so as many people who are typically aware of planning activities are aware of this Plan. Vote on the Resolution: Vice Mayor Salay, yes; Mayor Lecklider, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mr. Keenan, yes; Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher, yes; Mr. Gerber, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes. Resolution 42 -12 Authorizing the City of Dublin to Participate in an Application for a Local Government Innovation Fund (LGIF) Grant Through the State of Ohio to Conduct a Feasibility Study of Central Ohio Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Infrastructure Needs and Opportunities. Mr. Gerber introduced the resolution. Ms. Crandall stated that this is the first of three resolutions staff will bring to Council that relate to Local Government Innovation Fund grants. Two will be presented tonight, and one at the August 20 Council meeting. These grants are being offered through the State of Ohio Department of Development and are specific to studies that RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Miauie&_o Dublin City Council _Meeting VA1 ONLEOALBW K.I NU_ FORM NO. 10108 _ August , 8, 2012 Fage l'I =Held 20 allow local governments to look at working collaboratively to improve service delivery and provide for shared services. Resolution 42 -12 would authorize the City to join 12 other local government partners in a submission of an LGIF grant application for a feasibility study of future CNG infrastructure needs in Central Ohio. There is a strong start to building the CNG infrastructure in Central Ohio with the City of Dublin's station, the City of Columbus CNG station, and the COTA CNG station opening in 2013. The focus now needs to be on strategic planning in the State of Ohio and in Central Ohio regarding siting of future CNG stations. This is the focus of the feasibility study -- to provide not only redundancy for local governments, but infrastructure so that other local governments, residents, and companies will look to CNG as a possible fueling source. The grant request is for $100,000 — the maximum request — and requires a 10 percent match, which can be in -kind services and which can likely be fulfilled through the staff time of the 13 partners involved in this process. She offered to respond to questions. Mr. Keenan noted that the City has invested in the CNG facility in Dublin, yet Dublin City Schools is not part of this. He noted that Columbus City Schools and Gahanna Jefferson Schools are involved. It seems strange that Dublin Schools are not, given the location of the CNG fueling station in Dublin. Mayor Lecklider stated that his understanding is that there have been conversations with the Dublin Schools. Ms. Crandall responded that staff has been in discussion with Dublin Schools and Washington Township about this matter. Washington Township is looking at CNG for some light duty vehicles. The upfront investment in converting a school bus to CNG is significant. Mr. Keenan stated that this is a conversion, not a replacement and there are grants available for this. The Schools should explore this option as they replace older buses in view of the reduction in pollution with CNG fuel. Mayor Lecklider noted that he observed Smith Dairy vehicles fueling at the CNG facility. Ms. Crandall responded that they will use Dublin's station to travel between their distribution centers. Stanley Steemer is considering a conversion of part of their fleet to CNG. Mayor Lecklider asked how the security issues are addressed at the facility. Ms. Crandall responded it is a 24 -hour operation and cameras are on site. There is a card system for accessing the fuel. Vote on the Resolution: Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher, yes; Vice Mayor Salay, yes; Mayor Lecklider, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes; Mr. Gerber, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mr. Keenan, yes. Resolution 43 -12 Authorizing the City of Dublin to Participate in an Application for a Local Government Innovation Fund (LGIF) Grant Through the State of Ohio to Conduct a Feasibility Study of Public Safety Dispatch Consolidation. Mr. Gerber introduced the resolution. Chief von Eckartsberg stated that this is the second of this type of grant application for the City. Staff has been in discussion for the past 18 months with the cities of Hilliard, Upper Arlington and Worthington about the potential for consolidating public safety dispatching services. All four cities operate full service 9 -1 -1 public safety answering points and dispatch centers. This grant would provide funding for a consultant to study the operational and financial benefits of consolidating those services. Mr. Keenan asked if a completely new facility would be considered, or if the consolidation would be done using an existing facility in one of the cities. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of Dublin City Council Meetiaag August 8, 201 Chief von Eckartsberg responded that is one of the issues to be studied. The consolidated services would require a larger footprint than what exists at the current Dublin dispatching facility. All options would be studied. Vote on the Resolution: Mr. Gerber, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Vice Mayor Salay, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes; Mayor Lecklider, yes; Mr. Keenan, yes; Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher, yes. involved. Staff recommends reducing the fee to only the direct mowing costs incurred by the City of $70, removing the administrative service fees of $350. She offered to respond to questions. OTHER • Fee waiver request related to 7700 Riverside Drive - Cynthia L. McCullum, property owner Ms. Ott stated that a fee waiver request has been made for charges related to a forced mowing by the City. The memo outlines some of the extenuating circumstances Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher moved to waive all of the fees, given the circumstances outlined in the materials. Mr. Keenan seconded the motion. Vote on the motion: Mayor Lecklider, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes; Vice Mayor Salay, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mr. Gerber, yes; Mr. Keenan, yes; Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher, yes. STAFF REPORTS Ms. Grigsby noted that there are a number of reports included in the packet for Council's review. One item of note relates to the new lease for the Dublin Entrepreneurial Center at Metro Place. If Council is interested in a tour of the facility, which is now located near the TechDEC, staff will coordinate this through Economic Development. Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher commented that she was not aware of the plan to relocate to the Metro Center. The Metro Center, in general, is not innovative physically — the buildings are quite traditional. Her understanding is that one of the concepts behind innovation is the environment, which plays a significant role. Her questions relate to how the space is being renovated to be inspirational in nature for this type of purpose. Ms. Grigsby responded that touring the facility would be of benefit to Council. It is very new looking and technology driven. There was a desire for the DEC to be located more centrally so that those working at the DEC could walk to restaurants in the area. Ms. Gilger stated that the space internally will define the DEC. What is special about it is the collaborative environment that is inspired by all of the tenants. The environment being built will include lots of collaborative space, not typical board room type space. It will not feel like a corporate office environment. Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher asked if the City is taking over the whole building for this purpose or just a portion of it. Ms. Gilger responded that this will consist predominantly of the third floor, with additional training space available on the first floor. Ms. Chinn ici-Zuercher asked when the tours are available. Ms. Gilger responded that she can arrange to accompany Council Members on a tour at their convenience. Mayor Lecklider asked how the Metro Center space compares with the current DEC space in terms of size. Ms. Gilger presented slides related to the new facility. In this process, staff looked at several options, including purchasing a facility. However, the price range was very high and the City would own the building and would be responsible for operating and maintenance costs long term. Therefore, the City explored what was available in the market for space to house the DEC. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Min of Dublin City Council Meetin 1. In looking at the actual Post Road facility, the building consists of 40,000 SF. But after subtracting the third floor space, which was not used because of its traditional suite environment, and taking away the first floor space, which was generally used for events, the DEC itself utilized half the second floor and the entire fourth floor. The actual space used for the DEC was 18,000 SF, made up of 25 offices and 16 cubicles. 2. In looking at other spaces, staff focused on contiguous space to accommodate everything on one floor. The current tenants at the DEC did not like being disconnected on separate floors of offices. Staff looked for large blocks of space, from 11,000 SF up to 25,000 SF. The more rectangular the space, the more offices that could be accommodated. So the square footage is important, but the layout of the space and how many offices could be accommodated was the driving factor. 3. In comparing three spaces available for the DEC, a comparison was done to the current model. Three lease options were considered of five, seven and ten years. Staff believes that a five -year option was the appropriate term for such an agreement. 4. The costs for the current DEC space on Post Road is $123,000 per year. Because this building did not have a tenant for such a long period of time, the lease rate offered was very attractive. Staff knew that the move to a new space would be at a higher cost. The two master lease options (including both office and retail space considered for rehabbing) are much higher in cost than the private /public partnership option. In master leasing those facilities, there would be the ability to recoup some rent by charging tenants. But the City would serve as the landlord, executing all the individual leases, collecting rents, etc. 5. In looking at the ease of process, staff believes the lowest cost option of the private partnership was best. It kept the City at arms length from having to do the master leasing transactions, which would mean the City would be the landlord for 50 plus tenants. 6. In looking at the breakdown of costs, for the five -year lease option, it is an average of $183,800 per year versus the current $123,000. There are significant costs savings with the partnership option in view of the $11.31 /SF subsidy to help defer the cost of those spaces. Therefore, this is staff's recommended option. 7. In terms of responsibility, staff wanted to mitigate the City's risk by having the partnership versus having 100 percent responsibility for the entire master lease of a facility. 8. The public /private partnership option is available at Metro Place. The City has had experience with them in running the data center and the successful launch of the TechDEC. The TechDEC model has worked well, and staff believes that continuing this model is advantageous to the City. 9. The facility will have 11,600 SF and will accommodate 45 offices -- more than doubling the offices accommodated at the current DEC. The cubicles available will grow from 16 to 19. People at the DEC have indicated a desire for offices versus cubicles. Training and conference rooms can be replicated, and a cafe and luncheon room can be added as well. 10. The amenities of this space — onsite facility management, furnishings, a receptionist, security doors and surveillance — are not currently available at the Post Road facility. The facility has free WiFi, as does the Post Road facility, and access to a multitude of broadband service providers, which is not available to them at the Post Road building. The proximity to the data center is another amenity. The amenities of Metro Center — the Athletic Club, restaurants, new walking paths, connection to Smiley Park — were welcomed by the DEC tenants in the discussion about options. 11. In terms of benefits to the City, in view of the partnership and relationship with Metro Data Center, they are willing to allow the City some tenant control, which RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS tlt Dublin City Counc Meeting August 8, 2012 Page 14 is not the case at Post Road. The City is able to work with them to ensure that anyone who signs a lease meets the mission of the DEC. They have locked in the office space price for five years, and that is part of the agreement to be brought to Council on August 20. They will be flexible with the lease terms, which is also important for start -up companies. 12. The entire third floor will be rebranded as the Dublin Entrepreneurial Center, and within that will be space for Green Integrator companies, international companies, regular DEC tenants, and TechDEC tenants. There is plenty of room for growth, many amenities, and a very present partner with Metro Data Center staff on site. 13. The timeline projects the tenant fit -up to occur in the fall and that the space can begin to be occupied in November, with the tenants out of the Post Road facility by December. They hope to have an open house at Metro Center in January. This relocation also meets the timeline for Ohio University's development. Mayor Lecklider noted that he understands that data centers have tier ratings. What is this Center's rating? Ms. Gilger responded that Metro Data Center has a Tier 4 rating, which is outstanding. It has also received certification as HIPAA compliant, which is a major sales tool for hospital /medical facilities looking for off -site data storage. There were no further questions. COMMITTEE REPORTS Mr. Reiner: 1. Asked for confirmation that all Council Members are available on Monday, August 27 at 6:30 p.m. for a Community Development Committee of the Whole meeting regarding the partnership agreement with the Dublin Arts Council. (Council Members confirmed they are available.) 2. Thanked those who volunteer for the Irish Festival and the staff who support it. It is a wonderful event for the entire region. The Events staff and the volunteers should be commended for their efforts. It was great to see participation from all age groups of citizens. Each year, he visits the business vendors at the Festival to obtain feedback on their experiences. A vendor indicated that the Dublin festival is superior, well organized, and everyone is well taken care of by staff. In addition, the booth rental rates are very reasonable compared with other festivals. These comments were echoed by many other vendors. It demonstrates the level of effort of the Dublin staff in making this event successful. Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher: 1. Reported that MORK continues to develop the search materials for the MORK Executive Director. The recruitment advertisement will be published throughout the country in the next couple of weeks. She serves on the search committee at MORPC. She reported that a legal opinion was provided to the Board by the Ohio Ethics Commission, indicating that if any current Board member plans to apply for the Executive Director position, the Board member must first resign from the Board. There has been consideration by some Board members of applying for this position. 2. Echoed Mr. Reiner's comments about the Irish Festival. She spoke to some who purchased memberships to the Emerald Club. They were not from Ohio, yet return each year to enjoy the Festival at the Emerald Club. The Emerald Club concept is excellent, and several people commented this year that they were pleased with the limit of memberships sold as the seating was more available than in some previous years. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Min mas_of Dublin City Council mo 3. Asked when Council can expect to receive reports regarding water and sewer extensions and private streets. Ms. Grigsby stated that staff is working on a contract with Franklin County Board of Health to do some of the inspections /evaluations of private systems and hopes to have information to Council in the third quarter. In terms of the private streets report, staff is completing the inventory at this time. Once the inventory is completed, staff will bring that to Council. The evaluation process of the condition of the streets would follow and is a very labor intensive process. Staff will report back regarding the timeframe for this survey completion. 4. Noted that the Finance Committee met tonight and the report provided by Ms. Mumma indicates that the City income tax revenues through July are up slightly over five percent. Staff continues to project an approximately three percent increase in income tax revenues for the 2012 calendar year. This is good news for the community. Mrs. Boring: 1. Commented regarding the Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission report, noting that it was very thorough. Staff indicated they are investigating possible implementation of the ideas. Council has asked boards and commissions to bring forward their ideas, and this was a very informative report. Thanks to PRAC for their efforts! 2. Noted that the Irish Festival was great and everyone had an enjoyable time. She heard very positive feedback from those attending. Mr. Keenan: 1. Noted there have been some recent power outages at the Metro Center, which is ironic given the fact that the City has located the TechDEC and the City data center in Metro Center. If there is an infrastructure problem that exists, it should be investigated and addressed. These outages have occurred on several occasions during the past two to three weeks. He asked that staff provide a follow -up report on this. Mayor Lecklider stated that in terms of the City's data center, it has a Tier 4 rating and part of that requires redundancy in power supply. But Mr. Keenan's point is well taken. Mr. Gerber: 1. Thanked staff for the report regarding the June 29 storm event. The response from the City to the extensive tree damage in his area was fantastic, especially in view of the heat. Thanks to all of staff for their dedication and commitment. Ms. Grigsby noted that the staff worked very hard in the storm clean -up and their efforts are very appreciated. Several different work units in the collaborated in this clean -up. 2. Noted that the Historic District has now become very successful and popular. However, parking is becoming more and more of a challenge. He has recently observed some City staff members observing the use patterns of the public parking lots. He has personally observed employees of the businesses using the Darby lot, and he thought the City had worked with the businesses to have their employees park in the Indian Run lot. This would help to ease the parking problems for visitors to the District. He also notices that on the east side of High Street, an applicant who received approval for improvements to his restaurant agreed to the condition of securing additional parking at 94 N. High. However, this parking is not being utilized. The businesses on the east side of High Street should inform their patrons of the parking available down below and behind those establishments. Mr. Langworthy stated that the informal agreement with the property owner he references is for the 94 N. High lot to be used for the valet parking. It was not RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Mirrutesof Dublin City Council — August 8, Meeting intended to be used for parking for patrons or for other businesses on the east side of High Street. Mr. Gerber stated that to help the overall parking situation, perhaps those businesses could encourage their patrons to use those lots as well. It may also reduce the number of people crossing the street, as not everyone is utilizing the crosswalk provided. He believes that the parking problems will continue to increase as more businesses and patrons come to the District. Mr. Langworthy added that he also asked staff to observe the destinations of those parking in the various lots — particularly in the southernmost rows. This information will be utilized in upcoming discussions with the business owners. Staff is also working to identify additional valet locations in the District. Mr. Gerber noted that the valet station in the Mezzo area is very understaffed, resulting in long delays and lines. Mr. Langworthy responded that staff is meeting with the valet operator next week and will discuss these issues. Mrs. Boring stated that she has noticed that parking variances have recently been granted by BZA based on change of use. While the use may change, a restaurant may need parking spaces during the prime time period. If parking spaces were available for the original use, why would a change of use prompt a requirement for "less" spaces? Mr. Langworthy responded that the last variance he can recall was for Tucci's. They had arrangements with other locations for use of parking spaces. The bigger issue is with having more use of the upper lot at the Indian Run. Staff is also monitoring the use of this lot and the destination of those parking in the lot. Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher stated that simply indicating to an applicant that they have to provide parking is not reasonable, given the fact the City knows there is no parking available in the District. Until the City is willing to figure out a solution to add more parking, this situation will prevent a business from coming to the District. There was a parking problem on the night of the Irish Festival run, but perhaps the City needs to make an arrangement with Verizon or Cardinal Health to park the cars of the participants and then bus them to the District. The patrons of the restaurants found no parking available on that night in the District. She still believes the City needs to find a solution to the larger parking issue for the District long term. Mr. Keenan agreed, noting that there is opportunity for discussion of this parking need at the CIP workshop. The City is a "victim" of its own success in the District. The parking situation does need to be addressed, and Council should explore this in the CIP discussion. Mr. Gerber agreed, noting that the success of the District has accelerated the parking problem and it is time to consider a long -term solution. Ms. Grigsby stated that part of what staff is doing with the Bridge Street District is looking at the long -term infrastructure needs for the District, including parking structures. It is an issue of timing and placement. Having staff observing and better understanding the demands for parking will be helpful. The City has invested considerable monies in developing the public parking that exists in the District. She recommends that Council recognize the investments they have made in the District, while acknowledging there is a need for additional parking at certain points in time. Mr. Gerber stated that the desire is to be ahead of the curve on this. Mayor Lecklider commented that he looks forward to seeing full utilization of the upper Indian Run parking lot. He does not necessarily agree with staying ahead of the curve on this matter. He arrived at peak time on Thursday evening and walked from a lot down the hill. It is simply a matter of how far people are willing to walk. He recognizes there are elderly patrons and that some people are more fit than others, yet he doesn't believe walking from the lots available throughout the District is a hardship. He acknowledges as well that this experience was in August, and not on a winter night. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minute�2f Dublin City Co uncil Meeting Mr. Langworthy added that it is a combination of location, operation and numbers and a balance of all those things to have the most efficient use of the parking that exists. Vice Mayor Salay stated that she assumes staff is also looking at models of what other cities are doing. There has been discussion over the years about a parking authority to achieve a public /private partnership so that the businesses can contribute to the solution. She is confident that Dublin is not the only city with a downtown parking problem. Vice Mayor Salay: 1. Confirmed that the dates for interviews of the candidates for the COTA Advisory Panel will be at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, August 20. She will distribute copies of the applications tonight. 2. Reported that the Administrative Committee of the Whole will meet on Monday, August 13 at 6 p.m., prior to the CIP workshop, to continue the discussion of personnel matters in executive session. 3. Stated that she has the applications from Personnel Board of Review candidates for Council to review. 4. Reminded Council that the meeting with the Planning & Zoning Commission is scheduled for Wednesday, August 15 at 6:30 p.m. The agenda will be sent to Council by the end of the week. Mayor Lecklider: 1. Echoed Mr. Gerber's favorable comments regarding the City response to the June 29 storm event. Hats off to all of those dedicated employees! 2. Commented regarding the July 4 event, noting it was a very successful day and evening. 3. Commented about the Dublin Irish Festival, noting that he observed the scope of the City employees involved from every department to stage this event. The event could not occur without such support. In addition, the volunteers for the event seem to really enjoy the event and get into the spirit of it. He, too, makes a point to talk with the vendors and visitors. The vendors made positive comments about the Dublin staff, and were very pleased with their helpfulness. Some vendors who have attended for many years commented that other festivals have grown too large and that they like the size of the Dublin festival. All in all, it was a great Festival! ADJOURNMENT TO EXECUTIVE SESSION Mayor Lecklider moved to adjourn to executive session at 9:15 p.m. to discuss personnel matters related to the employment of a public employee or official. Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher seconded the motion. Vote on the motion: Mr. Reiner, yes; Mr. Keenan, yes; Ms. Chinnici- Zuercher, yes; Mr. Gerber, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes; Mayor Lecklider, yes; Vice Mayor Salay, yes. The meeting was reconvened at 9:40 p.m. and formally adjourned. / A Mayor — 'ing • Clerk of Council