| City of Milford Council July 2, 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, July 2, 2002. Mayor Antell opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence. Roll Call: Mayor Antell, Ms. Hinners, Mr. Gradolf, Mr. Metz, Ms. McBeath, Mr. Kolb Motion by Ms. Hinners and second by Mr. Kolb to excuse Mr. Bishop. All voted yes. Reading of Minutes: Motion by Ms. McBeath and second by Mr. Kolb to waive the reading and to approve the minutes of the June 18, 2002 Regular Meeting. Presentation: Todd White of Meisner and Associates gave a presentation on the Eastern Corridor Land Use Vision Plan. He’s seeking an endorsement and/or a resolution from the Community in support of the plan. Correspondence: Clerk Barrons-Sweeney reminded Council they received the following June 2002 financial statements: Reconciliation of City Funds and Statement of Cash. Standing Committee Reports Public Services: Mr. Gradolf reported the Public Services Committee met on June 25, 2002 at 4:40 p.m. to 5:55 p.m. Mr. Gradolf reported City staff is working with law director, Mike Minniear for ordinance language regarding parking in the right-of-way and on grass areas between the road and sidewalk in East Milford. Mr. Gradolf reported Thielman’s Mobile Home park recently switched from the Clermont County water system to the City of Milford’s water system. It was found that the Clermont County water use was reported incorrectly; therefore, Thielman’s is requesting a 25% discount from the City. This was tabled to a later date. Motion by Mr. Gradolf and second by Mr. Kolb to draft an Ordinance authorizing a contract with Oxbow River and Stream Restoration, Inc. in the amount of $129,085 contingent upon receipt of approval from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. All voted yes. Mr. Gradolf reported there has been a tremendous hardship on the Water plant due to the extreme heat and dry weather conditions. We are not in a position for water restrictions at this time. Mr. Gradolf reported the Committee discussed the information provided by the Sierra Club at the previous Council meeting. The Committee does not agree to support a resolution in opposition to the State Route 32 relocation project as was requested by Sierra Club. Administrative Services: Ms. Hinners reported the Administrative Services Committee met on June 26, 2002 at 6:35 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Ms. Hinners reported the Committee discussed tax credits for residents working outside the City. The Committee agreed that for the tax year 2003 the tax department should begin to track this information in detail so that an informed decision can be made regarding a possible future tax credit. The City manager did report on the additional services that the City provides as compared to a township and that in the past the only industry in the City was Comco and therefore the idea of such a credit was never really feasible. Ms. Hinners reported that the finance director reviewed the proposed tax budget. He noted that with the income tax collections down and with State budget cuts the General Fund may not break even this year. Growth is not projected for the coming year in terms of income tax collections. He noted that revenues are expected to decline for many local communities. Motion by Ms. Hinners and second by Mr. Gradolf to draft a Resolution to adopt the budget for year 2003. All voted yes. Safety Services: Mr. Metz reported the Safety Services Committee met on July 1, 2002, at 6:00 p.m. to 6:25 p.m. Mr. Metz reported Chief Lantman provided the Committee with a copy of the new labor agreement between the City and the Fraternal Order of Police, Ohio Labor Council, which represents the Police Clerks and Patrol Officers. Motion by Mr. Metz and a second by Ms. McBeath to draft an Ordinance authorizing a three-year contract for the police clerks for July 1, 2002 through June 30 2005. All voted yes. |
Motion by Mr. Metz and second by Ms. Hinners to draft an Ordinance authorizing a three-year contract for the Patrol officers for July 1, 2002 through June 30 2005. All voted yes. Community Development: No Report. City Manager: Ms. Rokey reported that the annual inspection of the Wastewater plant has been completed by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency and went extremely well. Ms. Rokey reported this year’s sanitation survey for the Water department went well also. And the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency was pleased with the many improvements made at the water facility. Ms. Rokey reported that a letter was received from Ms. Jositas, a Miami Township resident. Due to the content and tone of the letter Council agreed that a response was not needed. Motion by Mr. Gradolf and second by Ms. McBeath in support to file the letter and the City manager not send a response. All voted yes. Committee Meetings Public Services July 10, 2002 4:00 p.m. Administrative Services July 10, 2002 6:00 p.m. Ms. Rokey reported several reminders including: Gold Star, Wendy’s, and Quizno’s Subs are all open and Castrucci’s Collision Repair center had its grand opening last weekend. Police Department: No report. Fire Department and EMS: No report. Old Business: None. New Business: 02-218 An Ordinance authorizing an agreement with Oxbow River and Stream Restoration, Inc. for the development of the design-build of the erosion control project. Motion by Ms. Hinners and second by Ms. McBeath 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. 02-219 An Ordinance authorizing an agreement between the City of Milford, Ohio and the Fraternal Order of Police Ohio Labor Council, Inc. representing Milford Police Clerks. Motion by Ms. McBeath and second by Mr. Gradolf 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. 02-220 An Ordinance authorizing an agreement between the City of Milford, Ohio and the Fraternal Order of Police Ohio Labor Council, Inc. the Milford Patrol Officers. Motion by Ms. Hinners and second by Mr. Metz to suspend the rules and read by title only. All voted yes. Motion by Mr. Metz and second by Mr. Gradolf to adopt. All voted yes. 02-221 An Ordinance authorizing the closure of Carriage Way between Lila and Hudson. Motion by Ms. McBeath and second by Mr. Kolb to suspend the rules and read by title only. All voted yes. Motion by Ms. Hinners and second by Mr. Gradolf to adopt. Mr. Metz, Mr. Antell, Mr. Gradolf, Ms. Hinners, and Mr. Kolb voted yes. Ms. McBeath voted no. 02-472 A Resolution approving the tax budget for the City of Milford, Ohio for the year 2003. Motion by Ms. Hinners and second by Mr. Gradolf to adopt. All voted yes. Comments: Chief Lantman thanked Council for their continued support of the Police department. Christina Vuotto, an East Milford resident, voiced her concern regarding the right-of-way parking in East Milford. Motion by Ms. McBeath and second by Mr. Antell to adjourn to executive session. All voted yes. Motion by Ms. Hinners and second by Mr. Gradolf to return to regular session. All voted yes. Final Comments There being no further business to come before Council, the meeting was adjourned at 10:30 p.m. ______________________________ _________________________________ Joan Barrons-Sweeney, Clerk James J. Antell , Mayor |