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CLERK’S JOURNAL OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF THE COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF EATON, OHIO, HELD IN COUNCIL CHAMBERS
OF THE MUNICIPAL BUILDING, AT 7:00P.M., ON MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2007
Mayor Robert Stonecash called to order the regular meeting of the Eaton City Council on Monday, September 17, 2007, at 7:00 p.m., in Council Chambers of the Municipal Building. Following the pledge to the flag, the Deputy Clerk called the roll and found the following to be:
Present: Joe Renner
David Kirsch
Ben Maffett
Gary Wagner, Vice Mayor
Robert Stonecash, Mayor
Absent: None
MINUTES AND FINANCIAL REPORTS
Councilman Maffett moved to approve the Clerk’s Journal and to accept the tapes as the official minutes for the regular meeting of August 20, 2007 and to acknowledge the August, 2007 financial reports. The motion was seconded by Councilman Kirsch passed as follows:
Ayes: Renner, Kirsch, Maffett, Wagner, Stonecash (5)
Nays: None (0)
REPORT FROM PROJECT MANAGER
Project Manager Joe Ferriell reviewed recent and upcoming projects.
ORDINANCE 07-09
This ordinance adopts both the preliminary and final applications for the planned unit development at 750 South Barron Street as applied for by AMD, Inc and presented by Stephen Pope. The public hearing was opened. Mr. Pope reviewed the proposal and the public hearing was closed. At their July meeting, Planning Board voted 7-0 favorable recommendation on this application.
Councilman Maffett moved for the second reading of Ordinance 07-09, by title only. Councilman Wagner seconded the motion which passed as follows:
Ayes: Renner, Kirsch, Maffett, Wagner, Stonecash (5)
Nays: None (0)
Law Director Jill Allen read Ordinance 07-09, by title only
Councilman Renner moved for the adoption of Ordinance 07-09. Councilman Kirsch seconded the motion which passed as follows:
Ayes: Renner, Kirsch, Maffett, Wagner, Stonecash (5)
Nays: None (0)
ORDINANCE 07-10
This ordinance adopts both the preliminary and final applications for Section 5 of the Meadowbrook Estates Subdivision as applied for by Frizzell Construction and presented by Brad Kramer. The public hearing was opened. Mr. Kramer reviewed the details for this section and the public hearing was closed. At their July meeting, Planning Board voted 7-0 favorable recommendation on this application.
Councilman Kirsch moved for the second reading of Ordinance 07-10, by title only. Councilman Renner seconded the motion which passed as follows:
Ayes: Renner, Kirsch, Wagner, Stonecash (4)
Nays: None (0)
Abstain: Maffett (1)
Law Director Jill Allen read Ordinance 07-10, by title only
Councilman Kirsch moved for the adoption of Ordinance 07-10. Councilman Wagner seconded the motion which passed as follows:
Ayes: Renner, Kirsch, Wagner, Stonecash (4)
Nays: None (0)
Abstain: Maffett (1)
ORDINANCE 07-08
It is necessary to adjust appropriations to reflect anticipated changes in revenue and expenditures item. This ordinance amends Ordinance 07-01, the annual appropriation ordinance, as presented.
Councilman Maffett moved for the reading of Ordinance 07-08, by title only. Councilman Renner seconded the motion which passed as follows:
Ayes: Renner, Kirsch, Maffett, Wagner, Stonecash (5)
Nays: None (0)
Law Director Jill Allen read Ordinance 07-08, by title only
Councilman Maffett moved for the adoption of Ordinance 07-08. Councilman Kirsch seconded the motion which passed as follows:
Ayes: Renner, Kirsch, Maffett, Wagner, Stonecash (5)
Nays: None (0)
RESOLUTION 07-32
The ORC permits the Preble County Budget Commission to distribute local government funds (LGF) pursuant to an alternative formula. This resolution approves that proposed alternative plan of LGF Fund distribution for the year 2008 and all subsequent years unless/until modified according to statutory procedure.
Councilman Maffett moved for the adoption of Resolution 07-32. Councilman Renner seconded the motion. The vote was as follows:
Ayes: Kirsch, Wagner (2)
Nays: Renner, Maffett, Stonecash (3)
RESOLUTION 07-33
This resolution authorizes the Finance Director to advance $7,500 from the General Fund to the TIF, Washington-Jackson/Aukerman Street Extension Fund to allow for the loan payment; also, to repay the advance with the first real estate tax distribution from the County Auditor in 2008 from the designated properties within the TIF area.
Councilman Renner moved for the adoption of Resolution 07-33. Councilman Maffett seconded the motion which passed as follows:
Ayes: Renner, Kirsch, Maffett, Wagner, Stonecash (5)
Nays: None (0)
CITY MANAGER’S REPORT
a. Andy Eddy reviewed the current status of the Black Water Plant improvements project and the construction of the new water tower was given. The water tower tank was raised on Saturday, August 18, 2007.
b. Richmond Pike project substantially completed with some final details being done.
c. Two test probes were read at the closed landfill recently, these first readings were negative.
d. Country Club has requested permission to draft water from Crystal Lake to water grass. This request was made in years past; Councilman Wagner will locate his file on this previous request.
e. City Manager Dave Daily and Project Manager Joe Ferriell recently met with traffic engineers to discuss updating the City’s transportation plan. A scope of services and drafted contract will be forthcoming to Council.
f. Judge Dues
g. Fire Chief Jack Royer has a research project due in 6 months and following that he will receive his certification.
h. Law Director Jill Allen and Fire Chief Jack Royer both recently celebrated their one year anniversary with the City.
i. Upcoming events dates and times were given.
j. Law Director Jill Allen is the Council designee for the revised public records policy due to change at the end of September.
OLD BUSINESS
None.
NEW BUSINESS
None.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Councilman Kirsch moved to adjourn to Executive Session to discuss legal and personnel matters with the Law Director who was present, City Manager, Finance Director, Project Manager and Public Works Superintendent. Councilman Maffett seconded the motion which passed as follows:
Ayes: Renner, Kirsch, Maffett, Wagner, Stonecash (5)
Nays: None (0)
Councilman Kirsch moved to return to regular session. Councilman Maffett seconded the motion which passed as follows:
Ayes: Renner, Kirsch, Maffett, Wagner, Stonecash (5)
Nays: None (0)
Mayor Stonecash announced there was no action taken.
ADJOURN
Councilman Wagner moved to adjourn. Councilman Renner seconded the motion which passed as follows:
Ayes: Renner, Kirsch, Maffett, Wagner, Stonecash (5)
Nays: None (0)
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Deputy Clerk of Council Deputy Clerk of Council Mayor
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Director of Law