Minutes

West Carrollton City Council Meeting

July 27, 1999

PRESENT: Mayor Maxine Gilman; Council Members William Gordon, Jack Jensen, Linda Lotspaih, Donald Mounce and Jeff Sanner; City Manager G. Tracy Williams; Assistant City Manager David Watson; Law Director Patrick Carney; Service Director Don Hill; Director of Planning and Economic Development David Humphreys; Police Chief Don Rice and Assistant Clerk of Council Patricia Replogle.

EXCUSED: Council Member Bill Ennis.

The meeting was called to order by Mayor Gilman. Rev. Richard S. Hinger of Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church gave the invocation. The Pledge of Allegiance and Roll Call followed.

MINUTES

A motion was made by Mr. Sanner to approve the minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of July 13, 1999. Mrs. Lotspaih seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken, all members present voted yes and the motion carried.

PUBLIC HEARINGS

There were no Public Hearings.

Resolution No. 16-99: A resolution acknowledging the appreciation of the citizens and public officials of the City of West Carrollton for services rendered unto said City by Robert E. Reynolds.

Mayor Gilman read the resolution in its entirety and presented it to Mr. Reynolds who was accompanied by his wife, Peggy. Many family members were also in attendance. The Mayor said that Mr. Reynolds had a job that was not always pleasant but he performed it with professionalism. She wished him joy and happiness in his retirement. Mr. Reynolds thanked everyone for the recognition.

Mr. Gordon said that he has had different inspections at his home over the years and that Mr. Reynolds was the most professional inspector he has ever met. He added that

Mr. Reynolds was very dedicated and would always work with the citizens ro resolve their problems. He said that Mr. Reynolds will be missed.

Mr. Jensen said that Mr. Reynolds had a difficult job but performed it professionally. It would be hard to find a better inspector. Mr. Jensen added that he was glad that the staff has been mentored by Mr. Reynolds.

Mrs. Lotspaih said that she appreciated Mr. Reynolds sharing his knowledge with the citizens and staff of the City.

Mr. Mounce said that Mr. Reynolds has made a valuable difference in the community.

Mr. Sanner said that Mr. Reynolds always kept the contractors on the ball and in line which resulted in better jobs being done for the citizens.

Mr. Williams expressed his appreciation for the fine job Mr. Reynolds has done. He said that Mr. Reynolds was an excellent employee, an asset to the City and a fine person. He wished happiness for him and his family.

Mr. Humphreys agreed with everyone's comments and echoed the statement that Mr. Reynolds has made a big difference in the City. He said that Mr. Reynolds will be missed.

Mr. Carney said that he has worked with Mr. Reynolds often and that he was always professional. Mr. Carney said that Mr. Reynolds made sure things were accomplished and he's sorry to see him go.

Mayor Gilman said that Mr. Reynolds was very helpful in advising the citizens when problems existed. She said that she knows he will enjoy his family and his retirement.

Mr. Snyder appeared before Council to present tokens of appreciation to Council for their contributions and support of the construction of the Memorial. George Wiles, a Board member, was also present. They presented an American flag which has flown over the White House, a framed aerial picture of the Memorial and a plaque listing the Council members' names and thanked the City and Council for their support.

Mayor Gilman thanked the gentlemen and said that although they considered these small tokens, Council feels that they are much more and will display them with pride. She encouraged others to visit the Memorial.

Lori Kershner, 1060 Primrose Drive, addressed Council. She first wished to inform Council that the contractors working on the Primrose Bridge project have been wonderful. She said that they have lived with a giant mud hole for the past three months and the contractors have always assisted whenever they could. She said that they had paid for the initial curb repair work but that curb was torn out and now they do not feel that they should have to pay for the replacement of the curb. She also expressed concern about the water flow as it appears it will go directly to their house and she worries about flooding. She also noted that the water level was higher after the rain yesterday. Mr. Williams said that the project is nearing completion and there will be an inspection. He said that anything that is not right will be corrected. As far as the curb assessment, Mr. Williams said that it would be discussed with Council again. He thanked the citizens for their patience. The Mayor said that Mr. Williams would be in contact.

There was no Unfinished Business.

There were requests before Council regarding a D3 liquor license request for Rancho Grande Ltd., LLC at 2008 South Alex Road and a request for transfer of a D2 and D2X liquor license from Herman G. Castro dba El Meson at 903-907 E. Dixie Drive to Rancho Grande Ltd., LLC.

Mr. Gordon made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Lotspaih, to oppose all liquor license requests and transfers before Council for Rancho Grande Ltd., LLC, and to request the hearing be held in Montgomery County. All members voted yes with the exception of Mr. Mounce who abstained. Mr. Carney will attend the hearing.

Resolution No. 17-99: A resolution recognizing the Moraine-West Carrollton Little League, Manager-Pitch All Star team's second place finish at the 1999 Kettering Amateur Baseball Commission Invitational Tournament.

After a motion to approve by Mr. Mounce, seconded by Mr. Sanner, a unanimous roll call vote carried the motion.

Mr. Williams informed Council that the Primrose Bridge project should be completed by the first of the week. He stated that he appreciates the citizens' patience. He also noted that the Holes Creek work is progressing very well and will probably be complete in November. Mr. Williams said that the street re-surfacing is proceeding and the slurry seal is in progress. Mr. Williams also noted that Elm Street is bumpy and unsightly due to water line work, but that it will be repaired and street re-surfacing should begin in about three weeks.

There were no Comments by the Audience.

Mr. Mounce said that he had taken a business trip to California and gas there was $1.85 a gallon.

Mr. Sanner said that he participated in the interviews with candidates for the position of West Carrollton School Superintendent on Saturday, and that there are some very good candidates.

Mayor Gilman thanked Ron Ziemkowski on cameras.

A motion was made by Mayor Gilman, seconded by Mr. Gordon, to recess to a Work Session to discuss the items on the agenda. A unanimous roll call vote carried the motion.

Council recessed.

Those present for the Work Session, in addition to those City Council members present for the regular meeting, included Richard Oaks, Jason Oaks, Police Chief Don Rice, Service Director Don Hill, Assistant City Manager David Watson and City Manager G. Tracy Williams.

Don Hill and traffic engineering consultant, Richard Oaks, made a presentation regarding a recently completed speed limit study for several streets. Following the discussion on this study, the City Council directed staff to prepare the necessary ordinance to increase the speed limits as recommended by the traffic engineering consultant. Further, City Council requested that within two to three months after the new speed limit signs are installed, another traffic study be done to verify whether or not the anticipated results are being achieved.

Richard Oaks and Jason Oaks, and Chief Rice left the meeting.

City Council discussed the impact that the Primrose bridge replacement project has had on the property owners at 1060 Primrose Drive, and authorized the city manager to compensate them for a construction easement.

Don Hill left the meeting.

City Council requested that staff prepare nominations for three businesses to be considered for Business of the Year by the South Metro Dayton Chamber of Commerce. The three businesses are: Edward Jones Investments; El Meson Restaurant; and Hilltop Basic Resources.

City Council requested that staff proceed to hold meetings with a committee of citizens to further discuss the proposed regulations on recreational vehicles parked within the front setback of residences within the city.

City Council requested that meetings with department directors be scheduled after the first of the year.

COMMENTS by COUNCIL

Councilmember Don Mounce expressed concern about the need to move forward with changes in permitted uses within the zoning districts along the Central Avenue/Dixie Drive corridor, and indicated that he was hopeful that the Planning Commission would soon forward its recommendations to the City Council on this matter.

Mayor Gilman advised Council of the groundbreaking planned at Sycamore Hospital, and extended an invitation to any council members who might want to attend. Also, Mayor Gilman noted that the 1999-2000 West Carrollton Citizens Academy has been scheduled, and briefly reviewed the plans for the Citizens Academy. Mayor Gilman distributed a letter that she had received from the Miamisburg Satellite Juvenile Court seeking mentors to work with youth assigned by the court.

A motion to adjourn was made by Deputy Mayor Bill Gordon. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Don Mounce. All present voting in favor, the meeting was adjourned.

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