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November 3, 2008 MINUTES OF COUNCIL A regular session of Troy City Council was held Monday, November 3, 2008, at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers. Members Present: Clark, Douglas, Harrah, Hutchinson, Kendall, Kirkham and Schweser. Presiding Officer: Martha A. Baker, President of Council Others Present: Michael L. Beamish, Mayor Patrick E. J. Titterington, Director of Public Service and Safety Richard L. Cultice, Auditor W. McGregor Dixon, Jr., Director of Law INVOCATION: An invocation was given by Council Member Schweser. MINUTES: The Clerk of Council gave a summary of the minutes of the October 20, 2008 meeting of Troy City Council. There were no corrections or additions to these minutes. A motion was made by Mr. Clark, seconded by Mr. Hutchinson, to approve these minutes. Motion passed by unanimous roll call vote. PRESENTATION, TROY RECREATION BOARD REGARDING ADDING DROP SLIDE TO TROY AQUATIC PARK. Jim Stubbs, Vice President of the Troy Recreation Board commented that when it was determined to build a new pool in 2004, the Board approved a 5-year plan to include a drop slide at the five year point, when the pool was constructed it was plumbed to add the drop slide, the Board approved this item for the 2009 budget, but understands that if it is authorized for bidding now, the slide would be in place for the 2009 season, the cost of the slide has doubled since the pool was constructed, taking into account that the slide has been part of the plan and the strong performance of the Troy Aquatic Park since it opened, the Recreation Board is seeking Council authorization to bid the addition of the slide at this time. COMMITTEE REPORTS: Recreation & Parks Committee: Regarding authorizing a drop slide addition to the Troy Aquatic Park, there was a majority and minority recommendation: Majority Report: Recommends legislation be prepared authorizing the Troy Recreation Board to advertise for bids and enter into a contract for a drop slide at a cost not to exceed $144,000. Report noted that refreshing and updating the pool is necessary to maintain membership/attendance and revenues and to encourage more attendance; funding is from the balance available in the Swimming Pool Fund. Signed by Clark and Hutchinson. Minority Report: Recommends the addition be deferred for at least a year. Report noted that if the funds were spent there may not be funds remaining in the Swimming Pool fund for unknown repairs and a General Fund subsidy would be required; the price may come down based on the economy; and there could be other attractions to increase attendance. Report signed by Kirkham. Utilities Committee: Mr. Schweser, Chairman, reported that Committee recommends legislation be prepared authorizing an agreement with AMPO, Inc. for consultant services associated with a natural gas aggregation program and authorizing an agreement with Interstate Gas Supply, Inc. for the distribution of natural gas for municipal buildings at the guaranteed rate, with the agreement through March 2010, with a potential annual savings of $7,445. Report signed by Hutchinson, Kendall and Schweser. Discussion. Mr. Harrah asked when Vectren will be out of the natural gas business, and was advised this will take place at the end of the year. COMMENTS REGARDING COMMITTEE REPORTS OR AGENDA ITEMS – NONE Lester Conard, 1210 S Clay Street, commented that he was glad to see that one person on the Recreation & Parks Committee was looking at the economy. RESOLUTION NO. R-59-2008 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE TROY RECREATION BOARD OF THE CITY OF TROY, OHIO, TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS AND ENTER INTO A CONTRACT FOR A DROP SLIDE FOR THE TROY AQUATIC PARK This Resolution was given first title reading. November 3, 2008 Page Two RESOLUTION NO. R-60-2008 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC SERVICE AND SAFETY TO ENTER INTO AGREEMENTS WITH AMPO, INC. OF COLUMBUS, OHIO AND INTERSTATE GAS SUPPLY, INC. OF DUBLIN, OHIO REGARDING MANAGEMENT SERVICES AND DISTRIBUTION RELTATED TO NATURAL GAS AGGREGATION This Resolution was given first title reading. Mr. Hutchinson moved for suspension of rules requiring three readings. Motion seconded by Mr. Kirkham. Yes: Douglas, Schweser, Harrah, Clark, Hutchinson, Kirkham and Kendall. No: None. Mr. Kendall moved for adoption. Motion seconded by Mr. Clark. Yes: Schweser, Harrah, Clark, Hutchinson, Kirkham, Kendall and Douglas. No: None RESOLUTION ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. O-26-2008 ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. O-82-2007, AS AMENDED BY ORDINANCE NO. O-7-2008, APPROPRIATING FUNDS NECESSARY FOR THE VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS AND OFFICES OF THE CITY OF TROY, OHIO, FOR THE YEAR 2008 AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY This Ordinance was given first title reading. Mr. Schweser moved for suspension of rules requiring three readings. Motion seconded by Mr. Clark. Yes: Harrah, Clark, Hutchinson, Kirkham, Kendall, Douglas and Schweser. No: None. Mr. Kendall moved for adoption. Motion seconded by Mr. Hutchinson. Yes: Clark, Hutchinson, Kirkham, Kendall, Douglas, Schweser and Harrah. No: None. ORDINANCE ADOPTED COMMENTS OF THE MAYOR: Mayor Beamish congratulated Planning Director Mark Cundiff on his appointment as Village Manager of Yellow Springs, Ohio effective November 17, 2008. The Mayor also commented that: -November 6 will be the Open House/Ribbon Cutting for the Future Begins Today office in the downtown. -The annual Christmas Tree Lighting will be held November 28, 2008. The tree was donated by Cory May and the setting of the tree furnished by Piqua Steel at no cost to the City. -On Make a Difference Day, October 25, many volunteers worked to improve the area around Lincoln Center, and the work of all the volunteers is appreciated. COMMENTS OF THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC SERVICE AND SAFETY: Mr. Titterington commented as follows: -With the improvements to the Extra High Service Water Booster Station, there should be improved water pressure in the service area. -The recent bids for two packer trucks came in $30,436 under authorization. -Congratulated Mark Cundiff for his 7.5 years of service to the City and wished him the very best in his new position in Yellow Springs. Mr. Titterington noted that Mr. Cundiff had worked on a number of projects on behalf of the City, especially the Zoning Code Update and Sign Ordinance review. COMMENTS OF THE PRESIDENT OF COUNCIL: Mrs. Baker stated she appreciated the information forwarded from the meetings of the Park Board and Troy Recreation Board. She also wished Mr. Cundiff the very best in his new position. COMMENTS OF MEMBERS OF COUNCIL: -Mr. Harrah reminded Council of the Veterans Day ceremony on November 11 at Riverside Cemetery. -Mr. Clark stated he appreciates the information Council receives from City departments and staff, and reviewed a sample of the information provided. November 3, 2008 Page Three Joe Girolamo, 232 S. Plum Street, noted that Arang Restaurant lost their long-term lease with the City at the Marina Building (as a part of a public bidding process). He noted that the Japanese restaurant was a unique business and he hopes City and development staff will help them find another Troy location. Ryan Householder, 1528 Lexington, asked if the strawberries on the sidewalks will be repainted. It was stated that prior to the Strawberry Festival, the berries are repainted for those properties that so request. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 7:31 p.m. ___________________________________________ ______________________________________ President of Council Clerk of Council |