| August 16, 2004 MINUTES OF COUNCIL A regular session of Troy City Council was held Monday, August 16, 2004, at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers. Members Present: Baker, Clark, Douglas, Hutchinson, Mercer and Wise. Upon motion of Mr. Wise, seconded by Mr. Mercer, Mrs. Saxton was excused from this meeting by unanimous roll call vote. Presiding Officer: William F. Lohrer, President of Council Others Present: Michael L. Beamish, Mayor W. McGregor Dixon, Jr., Director of Law Richard L. Cultice, Auditor David E. Anderson, Director of Public Service and Safety INVOCATION was given by Council President Lohrer ELECTION OF COUNCIL CLERK PRO TEM FOR THIS MEETING. Due to the absence of the Clerk of Council and the Clerk Pro Tem (Mrs. Saxton), upon motion of Mr. Wise, seconded by Mr. Mercer, Mrs. Baker was elected Clerk Pro Tem for this meeting. That election was by a vote of 5 yes votes and Mrs. Baker abstaining. MINUTES: The Director of Law gave a summary of the Aug. 2, 2004 meeting of Council. There were no corrections or additions, and upon motion of Mrs. Baker, seconded by Mr. Hutchinson, these minutes were approved by unanimous roll call vote. COMMITTEE REPORTS: LAW & ORDINANCE COMMITTEE: Mr. Mercer reported that Committee recommends legislation be prepared accepting the final plat of Hunters Ridge Section Three and dedicating right of way. Report signed by Mercer and Wise. ORDINANCE NO. O-36-04 ORDINANCE ACCEPTING THE FINAL PLAT OF HUNTERS RIDGE SECTION THREE IN THE CITY OF TROY, OHIO, DEDICATING RIGHT OF WAY This Ordinance was given first title reading. Mr. Wise moved for suspension of rules requiring three readings. Motion seconded by Mr. Clark. Yes: Douglas, Hutchinson, Mercer, Clark, Baker and Wise. No. None. Mr. Wise moved for adoption. Motion seconded by Mr. Clark. Yes: Hutchinson, Mercer, Clark, Baker, Wise and Douglas. No: None. ORDINANCE ADOPTED COMMENTS OF MAYOR: Mayor Beamish noted that the Festival of Nations event and the Mayors Concert will be held the coming weekend. COMMENTS OF SERVICE & SAFETY DIRECTOR: Mr. Anderson commented that the contract on the new Aquatic Center has been awarded within Council's authorization to the firm of Thomas & Marker, and that the contract has also been awarded for the new basketball floor for the Hobart Arena. COMMENTS OF THE AUDITOR: Mr. Cultice advised that the City's bonds will be priced on Aug. 19. COMMENTS BY COUNCIL: -Mrs. Baker stated she appreciated the information received regarding the contract award on the aquatic center. -Mr. Mercer suggested more diligent enforcement regarding garage sale signs in public right-of-way and noted how beautiful the downtown flowers are. 8-16-04 page two AUDIENCE COMMENTS: -Jerry Stichter, 467 W. Staunton Road, stated he was glad to know that the Arena was getting a new basketball floor. He further had questions about the references of the aquatic center contractor and the use of construction trailers at that project, and possible parking violations on the cul-de-sac at Outback Steak. -Debra Stichter, 467 W. Staunton Road, asked about adding the kiddy pool to the aquatic center project. Council discussed this, noting that as the project progresses it may be determined if this can be added. Also discusses was the issue of whether a project manager should be authorized. -Joe Girolamo, 232 S. Plum Street, asked about the zoning of a Plum Street property and a tree being removed on Plum Street. There being no further business, Council adjourned at 7:41 p.m. _____________/s/__________________ ________________/s/___________________ President of Council Clerk of Council |