February 5, 2002 The Council of the City of Milford met in Regular Session in Council Chambers at 745 Center Street at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 5, 2002. Mayor Antell opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence. Roll Call: Present - Mayor Antell, Mr. Gradolf, Mr. Metz, Ms. Hinners Motion by Mr. Gradolf and second by Ms. Hinners to excuse Vice-Mayor Bishop, Ms. McBeath and Mr. Kolb for this evening. All voted yes. Reading of Minutes: Motion by Mr. Gradolf and second by Mr. Metz to waive the reading and to approve the minutes of the January 15, 2002 Regular Meeting and January 30, 2002 Special Meeting. All voted yes. Correspondence: Clerk Barrons-Sweeney reminded Council that they received the following January Financial Statements: Statement of Cash and Reconciliation of City Funds. Also Clerk Barrons-Sweeney read to Council a letter from Cathy Barney thanking the City for allowing a "Neighbor-to-Neighbor Conversation" on racial relations to take place in Council Chambers Monday evening January 28. Chief Lantman presented the Civilian Service Certificate award to Max Mayberry and Kyle Loge for assisting the police with catching a neighborhood burglar. The retirement of Patrolman Larry Oaks was acknowledged for his years of dedicated service. He will not be entirely missed because he has agreed to stay on in a part-time capacity to assist the Department. Officers Ralph Hodges, Paul Lane, and Jamey Mills were presented with awards from the Center for Missing and Exploited Children for their hard work in locating a runaway female juvenile. Standing Committee Reports Public Services: No report. Administrative Services: Ms. Hinners reported the Administrative Services Committee met January 24, 2002 from 5:50 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Motion by Ms. Hinners and second by Mr. Gradolf to draft an ordinance increasing Temporary Appropriations Ordinance 01-165: Five Points Signal Project 415-6000-2560 $5,000. All voted yes. Ms. Hinners advised the Committee reviewed the Rules of Council dated February 6, 1996. No changes were recommended. Ms. Hinners reported the Committee received City Manager Rokey’s accomplishments for last year and goals for the next year. Ms. Hinners reported that the Bureau of Worker’s Compensation is undergoing many changes per Ms. Rokey. Safety Services: No report. Community Development: Mr. Gradolf reported the Community Development Committee met January 22, 2002 from 5:40 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. Mr. Gradolf reported that a report from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources concerning administration of the floodplain management was distributed by Ms. Rokey. Motion by Mr. Gradolf and second by Ms. Hinners to draft an ordinance for a purchase order and agreement with LTD Landscapes, Inc., for grounds maintenance in the amount of $45, 345.07. All voted yes. Mr. Gradolf advised that Mike Haight had distributed a rough draft of the 2002 Parks and Recreation Budget to the Committee. Mr. Gradolf reported Ms. Rokey distributed an estimate for a possible Chateau Place – Riverside Drive connection.

City Manager: Ms. Rokey reported the new Five Points lights will be turned on this week. Ms. Rokey reported the Water Department would replace a leaking hydrant at #15 Potowatomie. Ms. Rokey reported the Service Department collected 303 Christmas trees this year. Committee Meetings to be scheduled: Public Services Wednesday, February 13 7:00 p.m. Safety Committee Tuesday, February 12 5:30 p.m. Community Development Monday, February 11 6:00 p.m. Parks and Recreation Monday, February 11 7:00 p.m. Several reminders were reported, please see City Managers report dated February 5, for details. Motion by Mr. Gradolf and second by Ms. Hinners to request a brief executive session to discuss personnel and real estate matters. All voted yes. Police Department: Chief Lantman submitted the January Police Department Monthly Report. Fire Department and EMS: No report. Old Business: None. New Business: 02-173 An Ordinance authorizing an agreement with LTD Landscapes, Inc. for landscaping services. Motion by Ms. Hinners and second by Mr. Gradolf to suspend the rules and read by title only. All voted yes. Motion by Mr. Gradolf and second by Mr. Metz to adopt. All voted yes. 02-174 An Ordinance amending Temporary Appropriations Ordinance No. 2001-165. Motion by Mr. Metz and second by Mr. Gradolf to adopt. All voted yes. 02-175 An Ordinance adopting findings of fact and conclusions of law and disapproving the Preliminary Development Plan for the Bryco/Gatch Plan Development Project. Motion by Mr. Gradolf and second by Ms. Hinners to suspend the rules and read by title only. All voted yes. Motion by Ms. Hinners and second by Mr. Gradolf to adopt. All voted yes. 02-469 A Resolution adopting the Rules of Council. Motion by Mr. Gradolf and second by Mr. Metz to adopt. All voted yes. Final Comments: Bill Knepp representing Meijer invited everyone to the annual Paczki eating contest February 12, Fat Tuesday between the Milford Volunteer Fire Department and Miami Township Fire Department. Len Harding thanked the Milford Council members for their no decision concerning the Bryco/Gatch Preliminary Development Plan. Motion by Mr. Antell and second by Mr. Gradolf to adjourn to an executive session. All voted yes. Motion by Ms. Hinners and second by Mr. Gradolf to return to regular session. All voted yes. There being no further business to come before Council, the meeting was adjourned at 9:19 p.m. ___________________________________________ Joan Barrons-Sweeney, Clerk James J. Antell, Mayor