WAPAKONETA CITY COUNCIL NOVEMBER 21, 2016
President Steve Henderson called the meeting to order at 7:30pm on November 21, 2016 at 701 Parlette Court with the following members present: Jim Neumeier, Daniel E. Lee, Bonnie Wurst, Chad Doll, Rachel Barber and Dan Graf. Law Director Dennis Faller, Service Director Chad Scott and Mayor Tom Stinebaugh were also present. There were 9 visitors present. Randy Fisher was absent.
Motion by Lee, second by Doll to approve the minutes of the November 7, 2016 Council Meeting as submitted. Vote – 6 yeas, 0 nays. Motion passed.
Tourism Commission – Mr. Lee summarized a meeting that was held on 11-21-2016 just prior to the Council Meeting. Mr. Lee advised Council that four applications were received. The commission would like to grant $7500 to the Downtown Wapakoneta Partnership for a garland and lights request. The commission would like further information about a request from Rudd-Yocum Park. A request concerning an advertisement with Greater Grand Lake Visitors Region magazine was tabled. A request from the Wapakoneta swimming pool will not be presented to Council for consideration at this time.
Ms. Barber asked if the Downtown Wapakoneta Partnership will receive their full requested amount. Mr. Lee advised that funding will not be provided for two street level displays.
Ms. Barber asked for the amount requested by the Greater Grand Lake Visitors Region. Mr. Lee answered, $995 for a full-color ad.
Mr. Neumeier asked who will receive the guide containing said ad. Mr. Graf answered that ODOT distributes the booklets in tourism information centers and other venues.
Mr. Neumeier asked if the City had advertised in the booklet before, and whom would generate the ad. Ms. Barber asked if the Chamber of Commerce had already purchased an ad. Mr. Lee advised that the commission needs to request these details.
Ms. Barber asked what the pool was requesting. Mr. Lee answered, chairs.
Motion by Graf, second by Doll to approve the request of $7500 to the Downtown Wapakoneta Partnership for lights and garland. Mr. Graf asked if the City accepts responsibility of storage and repair of said decorations. Mayor Stinebaugh replied, yes for storage, but no for repairs. Mr. Neumeier asked for the status of available funds. Mayor Stinebaugh replied, $70,000 to $75,000 has been collected since January 1st. Vote – 6 yeas, 0 nays. Motion passed.
New Business –
Mr. Neumeier advised Council that he and Mayor Stinebaugh inquired with the Board of Elections on the proper procedures to place a ½% income tax increase on the ballot. Mr. Faller provided Council with possible drafts of a resolution and an ordinance that would need to be presented to Council in order to proceed. Mr. Neumeier noted that the wording of the drafts may need revised, and asked for Council to review the drafts and provide input. Mr. Neumeier stated that he feels the tax generated should only be used to fix the surface of the City’s streets. Ms. Barber asked how much money will be generated. Mr. Neumeier answered, approximately one million dollars per year. Mr. Graf stated that he feels the tax generated should be used for safety services. Ms. Barber asked who will be in charge of running the campaign. Mr. Neumeier stated that there has been interest expressed by some people in the City. President Henderson put the matter to the Finance Committee for discussion. Ms. Wurst stated that all of Council ought to discuss the matter. Mr. Faller then explained that a resolution would be needed to put the matter on the ballot, and then the ordinance would be needed if it is passed by voters.
President Henderson asked Clerk to read Ord 2016-37 for the third time re: AN ORDINANCE TO AUTHORIZE THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC SERVICE AND SAFETY TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE PUSHETA-WASHINGTON TOWNSHIPS PROTECTIVE ASSOCIATION, INCORPORATED, FOR THE FURNISHING OF FIRE PROTECTION SERVICES.
Motion by Doll, second by Lee to adopt Ord 2016-37. Vote – 6 yeas, 0 nays. Motion passed.
President Henderson asked Clerk to read Ord 2016-38R for the second time re: AN ORDINANCE TO REPEAL ORDINANCE 2012-50 CONCERNING GENERAL ALUMINUM MANUFACTURING COMPANY ELECTRIC SERVICE AGREEMENT.
President Henderson asked Clerk to read Ord 2016-39 for the second time re: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 260.15 OF THE CODIFIED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF WAPAKONETA, OHIO REGARDING OVER-TIME WORK EXEMPTION FOR FIRE CHIEF.
Ms. Barber asked for clarification on the legality of paying the fire chief overtime pay. Mr. Faller advised that he does not recommend this, and neither does the consultant. President Henderson put the matter to the Finance Committee for further discussion. Mr. Graf asked if the other chiefs and department heads receive comp time. Mayor Stinebaugh replied, no.
President Henderson asked Clerk to read Ord 2016-40 for the second time re: AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING JOB TITLES AND PAY RANGES FOR NON-COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNIT EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF WAPAKONETA IN COMPLIANCE WITH CHAPTER 260 OF THE CODIFIED ORDINANCES OF WAPAKONETA, OHIO, AND TO INCLUDE A NEW POSITION OF PART-TIME POLICE OFFICER UNDER POSITION (A) AS PAY RANGE 5A.
Service Director Scott advised that there is a section in the contract that allows for this.
President Henderson asked Clerk to read Ord 2016-41 for the second time re: AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT WITH THE COMMISSIONERS OF AUGLAIZE COUNTY, OHIO, FOR THE ENFORCEMENT OF COMMERCIAL BUILDING PERMITS.
Mr. Graf asked if Miami County will conduct inspections for the City. Mayor Stinebaugh answered, no. Mr. Graf asked when Miami County will be called upon. Mayor Stinebaugh replied that instead of going to the State for a permit, persons will be directed to go to Miami County. Mayor Stinebaugh added that Miami County is more readily available, and the fees are set by the State. Ms. Barber asked which Auglaize County entities have passed this legislation. Mayor Stinebaugh advised that everyone is in the same stages at this point, and all are in favor of proceeding.
President Henderson asked Clerk to read Res 2016-42 for the second time re: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO REPRESENT THE CITY OF WAPAKONETA AS A MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE OHIO MUNICIPAL ELECTRIC ASSOCIATION.
President Henderson asked Clerk to read Res 2016-43 for the first time re: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR OF THE CITY OF WAPAKONETA TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT CONCERNING AN AWNING ENCROACHMENT UPON A PUBLIC RIGHT OF WAY.
President Henderson asked Clerk to read Res 2016-44 for the first time re: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR OF THE CITY OF WAPAKONETA TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT CONCERNING AN AWNING ENCROACHMENT UPON A PUBLIC RIGHT OF WAY.
The Mayor gave the following report:
Nov. 7, 2016 Met with representatives of Helms Const. regarding the
condition of North St.
Nov. 7, 2016 Participated in the Basketball game between Police and Fire to benefit “Make a Wish”
Nov. 8, 2016 Met with Greg Myers on WAEDC matters
Nov. 9, 2016 Met with Paul Mastronardi of GFF
Nov. 9, 2016 Met with the Tree Commission and members of Council concerning new trees on W. Auglaize St.
Nov. 10, 2016 Attended the 2016 Chamber Awards Banquet
Nov. 11, 2016 Attended the Middle School Veterans Day Tribute
Nov. 14, 2016 Assisted Tree Commission in trimming trees
Nov. 14, 2016 Assisted Jim Kohler in planting trees along the South Interceptor Sewer Project
Nov. 16, 2106 Assisted Jim Kohler in planting trees along the South Interceptor Sewer Project
Nov. 17, 2016 Met with Chad Doll and Greg Myers concerning tourism related issues
Safety Service Director gave the following report:
A new caretaker has been found for the CRP acres. A new renter will be in the Short Road house starting in December. The sewer jet has been sold.
Mr. Graf thanked Mr. Scott for the handicapped parking spot placed in front of the Eagles building.
SCHEDULING OF MEETINGS:
Lands & Buildings Committee will meet at City Hall on November 28th at 2:00pm.
Finance Committee will meet at City Hall on November 22nd at 7:00pm.
Tourism Commission will meet at City Hall on December 19th at 6:15pm.
Miscellaneous Business –
Motion by Doll, second by Lee to enter into two executive sessions at 8:15pm, one to consider confidential information related to the marketing plans, specific business strategy, production techniques, trade secrets, or personal financial statements of an applicant for economic development assistance, and inviting City Administration, Mr. Burton and Greg Myers, and the second for the purpose of conference with an attorney for the public body concerning disputes involving the public body that are the subject of pending or imminent court action and inviting Law Director Faller.
Vote – 6 yeas, 0 nays.
Mr. Lee departed at the end of executive session.
Motion by Doll, second by Wurst to exit executive session at 8:58pm. Vote – 5 yeas, 0 nays.
Motion by Doll, second by Wurst to adjourn at 8:58pm. Vote – 5 yeas, 0 nays.
President Clerk of Council