Thursday, January 31, 2008
Friday, January 25, 2008
Council Minutes
CITY OF NORTHWOOD
COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA FOR THURSDAY, JANUARY 24, 2008
7:30 P.M. - Council Chambers
Mayor Mark Stoner
Members of City Council
Michael Myers, President
David Gallaher
Connie Hughes
Randy Kozina
Edward Schimmel James Barton
Dean Edwards
Call to Order: Mayor Stoner
Call to Order Regular City Council Meeting of Thursday, January 24, 2008
Pledge of Allegiance: Mayor
Roll Call: Clerk of Council Goertz
Approval of Minutes: Mayor Stoner: Request for Motion of Council:
- Approval of minutes from the regular City Council Meeting of January 10, 2008
Public Comment Re: Legislation on Current Meeting Agenda:
Please Note: The Mayor requests that public comments be limited to a time of 5 to 10 minutes.
Thank you.
Communications:
Committee Reports: Economic Development; Environmental/Solid Waste; Finance;
Safety; Service; Utilities
Legislation: Clerk of Council to read legislation by number and title. Note: Legislation is read in its entirety if requested by the Mayor or Council.
Pending Legislation
Ord. 2007-49: Ordinance establishing a Parks, Recreation and Open Space Committee as a standing committee of the Northwood City Council, and declaring an emergency.
Council Action to Date: The second reading of Ord. 2007-49 was held by Council on January 10, 2008.
New Legislation:
Res. 2008-1: Resolution authorizing the Municipal Administrator to file an application with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources for financial assistance under the NatureWorks Program, and declaring an emergency.
Mayor’s Report: Mayor Stoner
City Administrator’s Report: City Administrator Bacon
List of Proposed Expenditures over $10,000:
Note: There are no bills over $10,000.00 for approval at this time.
Clerk of Council’s Report: Clerk of Council Goertz
City Attorney’s Report and Discussion: City Attorney Ballenger
City Engineer’s Report and Discussion: City Engineer Kuhn
Northwood City Council - Regular Meeting Agenda
January 24, 2008
Page 2
New Business:
1. Zoning Amendment Application for 2497 E. Broadway - Wales Bar (Xanders) for referral to the Northwood Planning Commission's agenda for Monday, February 11, 2008.
Old Business:
Persons Appearing Before the Mayor and Council:
Note: Please state name and address at the podium for the Clerk’s Record of Proceedings
Executive Session:
Note: Mayor will request motion of Council to hold an Executive Session of Council if one is needed.
Adjournment: Mayor to request motion of Council for adjournment.
Time:_________p.m.
COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA FOR THURSDAY, JANUARY 24, 2008
7:30 P.M. - Council Chambers
Mayor Mark Stoner
Members of City Council
Michael Myers, President
David Gallaher
Connie Hughes
Randy Kozina
Edward Schimmel James Barton
Dean Edwards
Call to Order: Mayor Stoner
Call to Order Regular City Council Meeting of Thursday, January 24, 2008
Pledge of Allegiance: Mayor
Roll Call: Clerk of Council Goertz
Approval of Minutes: Mayor Stoner: Request for Motion of Council:
- Approval of minutes from the regular City Council Meeting of January 10, 2008
Public Comment Re: Legislation on Current Meeting Agenda:
Please Note: The Mayor requests that public comments be limited to a time of 5 to 10 minutes.
Thank you.
Communications:
Committee Reports: Economic Development; Environmental/Solid Waste; Finance;
Safety; Service; Utilities
Legislation: Clerk of Council to read legislation by number and title. Note: Legislation is read in its entirety if requested by the Mayor or Council.
Pending Legislation
Ord. 2007-49: Ordinance establishing a Parks, Recreation and Open Space Committee as a standing committee of the Northwood City Council, and declaring an emergency.
Council Action to Date: The second reading of Ord. 2007-49 was held by Council on January 10, 2008.
New Legislation:
Res. 2008-1: Resolution authorizing the Municipal Administrator to file an application with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources for financial assistance under the NatureWorks Program, and declaring an emergency.
Mayor’s Report: Mayor Stoner
City Administrator’s Report: City Administrator Bacon
List of Proposed Expenditures over $10,000:
Note: There are no bills over $10,000.00 for approval at this time.
Clerk of Council’s Report: Clerk of Council Goertz
City Attorney’s Report and Discussion: City Attorney Ballenger
City Engineer’s Report and Discussion: City Engineer Kuhn
Northwood City Council - Regular Meeting Agenda
January 24, 2008
Page 2
New Business:
1. Zoning Amendment Application for 2497 E. Broadway - Wales Bar (Xanders) for referral to the Northwood Planning Commission's agenda for Monday, February 11, 2008.
Old Business:
Persons Appearing Before the Mayor and Council:
Note: Please state name and address at the podium for the Clerk’s Record of Proceedings
Executive Session:
Note: Mayor will request motion of Council to hold an Executive Session of Council if one is needed.
Adjournment: Mayor to request motion of Council for adjournment.
Time:_________p.m.
Mayors Report for 1-24-08
MAYOR’S REPORT
January 24, 2008
MOTIONS:
(Umpire in Chief) Per the recommendation of the Recreation Board, I recommend appointing Mike Blazevich as the Umpire-in-Chief for the 2008 Summer Ball Program at the rate of $450.00 per month for 3 months.
(Recreation Board) Per the recommendation of the Northwood School Board, I recommend appointing Jeff Knisely, 4081 Ranger Drive, Northwood, OH to fill an expired term of 5 years on the Recreation Board. This is a School Board appointment. Effective date will be January 25, 2008. Term expires on December 31, 2008.
I recommend appointing Rick Radocy, 190 Farnstead Drive, Northwood, OH to fill the unexpired term of Dean Edwards. Effective date will be January 25, 2008. Term expires on December 31, 2008.
(CHIS/CHIP Housing
Advisory Committee) I recommend appointing Deb Downey of the Wood County Committee of Aging to serve on the Housing Advisory Committee for CHIS/CHIP for a new 3 year term. Effective date January 25, 2008. Term expires on December 31, 2010.
“STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS”
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January 24, 2008
MOTIONS:
(Umpire in Chief) Per the recommendation of the Recreation Board, I recommend appointing Mike Blazevich as the Umpire-in-Chief for the 2008 Summer Ball Program at the rate of $450.00 per month for 3 months.
(Recreation Board) Per the recommendation of the Northwood School Board, I recommend appointing Jeff Knisely, 4081 Ranger Drive, Northwood, OH to fill an expired term of 5 years on the Recreation Board. This is a School Board appointment. Effective date will be January 25, 2008. Term expires on December 31, 2008.
I recommend appointing Rick Radocy, 190 Farnstead Drive, Northwood, OH to fill the unexpired term of Dean Edwards. Effective date will be January 25, 2008. Term expires on December 31, 2008.
(CHIS/CHIP Housing
Advisory Committee) I recommend appointing Deb Downey of the Wood County Committee of Aging to serve on the Housing Advisory Committee for CHIS/CHIP for a new 3 year term. Effective date January 25, 2008. Term expires on December 31, 2010.
“STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS”
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Saturday, January 19, 2008
Parks and Rec Committee
I am not in favor of creating a 3 council member committee to be in charge of Parks and Rec. The rec board was designed years ago to be in charge of Rec and Parks. The great people who serve on Rec Board have a better idea on what needs our city has concerning Parks and Rec.
Another interesting article in the Metro Press:
Council to create parks, recreation & open space committee
By Kelly J. Kaczala
Press News Editor
kkaczala@presspublications.com
Northwood City Council is considering creating a Parks, Recreation and Open Space Committee.
Council has already approved a second reading of the proposed ordinance.
“Our recreation board has authority over all our parks,” said Mayor Mark Stoner. “I don’t think anyone knew that the recreation board is supposed to be in charge of the parks. The board could technically tell our streets superintendent when to cut the lawns, what mowers to buy, and hire people to do it. It’s just a huge duplication of services. We need to make another committee for council on parks, recreation and open space.”
Stoner would like the recreation board to remain intact to oversee city sports programs, mostly baseball.
“It’ll make it a little easier for our administrator [Pat Bacon]. When she wants to order playground equipment for one of our parks, who does she take it to? To the Finance Committee to get approval for financing? This will make it a little clearer. Basically, anything that would happen inside a park boundary could go to the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Committee,” said Stoner.
The chairman of the recreation board would likely meet regularly with the three member committee to discuss some of the needs of the sports programs.
“The chairman would inform the committee, for example, that we need more stone on the baseball diamonds. The recreation board has no authority to spend money. They have to go to council for approval. No communication from the recreation board came back to council. The liason from council who was supposed to go to the recreation board was working different shifts, so therefore, no communication came back to council. Having a Parks, Recreation and Open Space Committee would clear that up. There’s going to be councilmen on the committee. So if one is gone, there are still two other councilmen to hear their concerns. If they need something done that requires financing, then they can bring it to the full council.”
The city, with a population of 5,500, currently has four parks - Brentwood, Central, Nature Trails, and a new park at I-280 and Curtice Road that has not yet been named.
Not everyone supports a new Parks, Recreation and Open Space Committee.
Councilman Dave Gallaher said it was unnecessary.
“I don’t think council is in a position to take over the recreation responsibilities of the city,” said Gallaher. “Council deals more with budget items, and the long-term operation of the city as far as rules and regulations. Parks and recreation should stay exactly the way it is, with volunteers and parents involved in the recreation program on almost a daily basis. Those are the people who are in touch with those who use the program.”
Gallaher said the city needs an in-depth master plan for parks and recreation, which is recommended in the city’s master plan.
“It’s something I’ve been trying to get on the agenda for well over a year. I don’t think we have enough direction in our parks and recreation program. With money being tight, it’s all the more important that we know exactly where we’re going with the parks and recreation program so we start projects that, in the long run, aren’t in the best interests of our residents. We need a parks and recreation master plan. We don’t need a parks and recreation committee of council.”
Another interesting article in the Metro Press:
Council to create parks, recreation & open space committee
By Kelly J. Kaczala
Press News Editor
kkaczala@presspublications.com
Northwood City Council is considering creating a Parks, Recreation and Open Space Committee.
Council has already approved a second reading of the proposed ordinance.
“Our recreation board has authority over all our parks,” said Mayor Mark Stoner. “I don’t think anyone knew that the recreation board is supposed to be in charge of the parks. The board could technically tell our streets superintendent when to cut the lawns, what mowers to buy, and hire people to do it. It’s just a huge duplication of services. We need to make another committee for council on parks, recreation and open space.”
Stoner would like the recreation board to remain intact to oversee city sports programs, mostly baseball.
“It’ll make it a little easier for our administrator [Pat Bacon]. When she wants to order playground equipment for one of our parks, who does she take it to? To the Finance Committee to get approval for financing? This will make it a little clearer. Basically, anything that would happen inside a park boundary could go to the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Committee,” said Stoner.
The chairman of the recreation board would likely meet regularly with the three member committee to discuss some of the needs of the sports programs.
“The chairman would inform the committee, for example, that we need more stone on the baseball diamonds. The recreation board has no authority to spend money. They have to go to council for approval. No communication from the recreation board came back to council. The liason from council who was supposed to go to the recreation board was working different shifts, so therefore, no communication came back to council. Having a Parks, Recreation and Open Space Committee would clear that up. There’s going to be councilmen on the committee. So if one is gone, there are still two other councilmen to hear their concerns. If they need something done that requires financing, then they can bring it to the full council.”
The city, with a population of 5,500, currently has four parks - Brentwood, Central, Nature Trails, and a new park at I-280 and Curtice Road that has not yet been named.
Not everyone supports a new Parks, Recreation and Open Space Committee.
Councilman Dave Gallaher said it was unnecessary.
“I don’t think council is in a position to take over the recreation responsibilities of the city,” said Gallaher. “Council deals more with budget items, and the long-term operation of the city as far as rules and regulations. Parks and recreation should stay exactly the way it is, with volunteers and parents involved in the recreation program on almost a daily basis. Those are the people who are in touch with those who use the program.”
Gallaher said the city needs an in-depth master plan for parks and recreation, which is recommended in the city’s master plan.
“It’s something I’ve been trying to get on the agenda for well over a year. I don’t think we have enough direction in our parks and recreation program. With money being tight, it’s all the more important that we know exactly where we’re going with the parks and recreation program so we start projects that, in the long run, aren’t in the best interests of our residents. We need a parks and recreation master plan. We don’t need a parks and recreation committee of council.”
Park/Pond
Rec Board at a Nov meeting voted on naming the new park Northwood Veterans Memorial Park. The mayor had the minutes from this meeting but did not share them with council. Council then voted on the mayor's suggestion to have this contest.
Here is an interesting article from the Metro Press:
Northwood to have contest to name new park
By Kelly J. Kaczala
Press News Editor
kkaczala@presspublications.com
Northwood plans to regularly stock fish in a pond at a new park at I-280 and Curtice Road each year.
But first, the city will have to name the park.
Mayor Mark Stoner said the city will apply for a grant from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources to stock the pond with bluegill, trout, bass and perch. The park, though, must have a name, according to the grant’s requirements.
“We have to enter into a contract. And part of the stipulation is that we have to have a name for the park,” said Stoner.
Stoner wants the ODNR to stock the pond every year. Council would have to approve any agreement with ODNR.
Donations have paid for park benches, picnic tables, and trees planted at the site.
Stoner plans to name the park with the help of elementary school students in a “Name that Park” contest.
Those who have donated to the park will judge the entries.
“I would like to have the contest for grades 1 through 4 to name the park, and see who wins,” said Stoner.
The winning entry will receive a prize on the park’s opening day, he said.
“I’m not sure how we will do it, but the top finisher could get a fishing rod and reel, followed by a tackle box for second place, and another prize for third place,” said Stoner.
The park is expected to open once the parking lot is paved this spring, when the weather turns warmer.
A new Menards home improvement store, adjacent to the site, built a driveway at the southeast end of the pond off Curtice Road.
“There’s an area staked off between Menards’ driveway and the gate to the pond, which will be our parking lot,” said Stoner.
The pond late last year was stocked with 400 bluegill, bass, and perch purchased from the Amish in an effort to make the site into a popular fishing hole.
Trout “fingerlings” will be introduced this year. Trout not harvested during the fall and early winter may not survive to spring due to frequent “winterkill,” when fish die in the winter due to a lack of oxygen.
City council last July agreed to develop the city-owned property into a park at the request of Stoner. A pond already on the property was created by contractors moving soil for construction of the Curtice Road overpass about 10 years ago. It has been enclosed by a fence and inaccessible to the public.
Council considered filling the pond, then later selling the property for future commercial development, but cost estimates were deemed too high. Stoner instead pushed for developing the site into a park. Petitions with over 40 signatures from nearby residences backed Stoner’s proposal.
The city has already added a stone path around the 55-foot deep pond, and eight life preservers are posted nearby.
Here is an interesting article from the Metro Press:
Northwood to have contest to name new park
By Kelly J. Kaczala
Press News Editor
kkaczala@presspublications.com
Northwood plans to regularly stock fish in a pond at a new park at I-280 and Curtice Road each year.
But first, the city will have to name the park.
Mayor Mark Stoner said the city will apply for a grant from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources to stock the pond with bluegill, trout, bass and perch. The park, though, must have a name, according to the grant’s requirements.
“We have to enter into a contract. And part of the stipulation is that we have to have a name for the park,” said Stoner.
Stoner wants the ODNR to stock the pond every year. Council would have to approve any agreement with ODNR.
Donations have paid for park benches, picnic tables, and trees planted at the site.
Stoner plans to name the park with the help of elementary school students in a “Name that Park” contest.
Those who have donated to the park will judge the entries.
“I would like to have the contest for grades 1 through 4 to name the park, and see who wins,” said Stoner.
The winning entry will receive a prize on the park’s opening day, he said.
“I’m not sure how we will do it, but the top finisher could get a fishing rod and reel, followed by a tackle box for second place, and another prize for third place,” said Stoner.
The park is expected to open once the parking lot is paved this spring, when the weather turns warmer.
A new Menards home improvement store, adjacent to the site, built a driveway at the southeast end of the pond off Curtice Road.
“There’s an area staked off between Menards’ driveway and the gate to the pond, which will be our parking lot,” said Stoner.
The pond late last year was stocked with 400 bluegill, bass, and perch purchased from the Amish in an effort to make the site into a popular fishing hole.
Trout “fingerlings” will be introduced this year. Trout not harvested during the fall and early winter may not survive to spring due to frequent “winterkill,” when fish die in the winter due to a lack of oxygen.
City council last July agreed to develop the city-owned property into a park at the request of Stoner. A pond already on the property was created by contractors moving soil for construction of the Curtice Road overpass about 10 years ago. It has been enclosed by a fence and inaccessible to the public.
Council considered filling the pond, then later selling the property for future commercial development, but cost estimates were deemed too high. Stoner instead pushed for developing the site into a park. Petitions with over 40 signatures from nearby residences backed Stoner’s proposal.
The city has already added a stone path around the 55-foot deep pond, and eight life preservers are posted nearby.
Wednesday, January 9, 2008
Mayors Report
MAYOR’S REPORT
January 10, 2008
FINES & COSTS: Northwood Mayor’s Court has receipted for the month of December 2007: Fines - $3,235.00; Forfeitures - $2,713.00; Costs - $3,159.00 for a total of $9,107.00.
INFORMATION:
(Fire Department) Recruit Richard Etts has resigned from the Fire Department due to time restraints. Effective date was June 26, 2007.
MOTIONS:
(CRA Housing Council) I recommend appointing Jim Barton to fill the unexpired term of Rick Radocy on the CRA Housing Council. Effective date will be January 11, 2008. Term expires on December 31, 2008.
(CHIS/CHIP Housing Advisory) I recommend appointing Hope Anderson, 208 Ritter Avenue, Northwood, OH to serve on the Housing Advisory Committee for CHIS/CHIP for a new 1 year term. Effective date January 11, 2008. Term expires on December 31, 2008.
I recommend appointing Don Corley of WSOS to serve on the Housing Advisory Committee for CHIS/CHIP for a new 2 year term. Effective date January 11, 2008. Term expires on December 31, 2009.
I recommend appointing James Lewis, 235 Lester Avenue, Northwood, OH to serve on the Housing Advisory Committee for CHIS/CHIP for a new 3 year term. Effective date January 11, 2008. Term expires on December 31, 2010.
I recommend appointing Dennis Pyle, Fifth Third Bank and Deb Hornstein, Danberry Realtors to serve on the Housing Advisory Committee for CHIS/CHIP. Effective date January 11, 2008. Term expires on December 31, 2008.
I recommend appointing Sandra Perry and Patricia Bacon to serve on the Housing Advisory Committee for CHIS/CHIP. Effective date January 11, 2008. Term expires on December 31, 2008.
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January 10, 2008
FINES & COSTS: Northwood Mayor’s Court has receipted for the month of December 2007: Fines - $3,235.00; Forfeitures - $2,713.00; Costs - $3,159.00 for a total of $9,107.00.
INFORMATION:
(Fire Department) Recruit Richard Etts has resigned from the Fire Department due to time restraints. Effective date was June 26, 2007.
MOTIONS:
(CRA Housing Council) I recommend appointing Jim Barton to fill the unexpired term of Rick Radocy on the CRA Housing Council. Effective date will be January 11, 2008. Term expires on December 31, 2008.
(CHIS/CHIP Housing Advisory) I recommend appointing Hope Anderson, 208 Ritter Avenue, Northwood, OH to serve on the Housing Advisory Committee for CHIS/CHIP for a new 1 year term. Effective date January 11, 2008. Term expires on December 31, 2008.
I recommend appointing Don Corley of WSOS to serve on the Housing Advisory Committee for CHIS/CHIP for a new 2 year term. Effective date January 11, 2008. Term expires on December 31, 2009.
I recommend appointing James Lewis, 235 Lester Avenue, Northwood, OH to serve on the Housing Advisory Committee for CHIS/CHIP for a new 3 year term. Effective date January 11, 2008. Term expires on December 31, 2010.
I recommend appointing Dennis Pyle, Fifth Third Bank and Deb Hornstein, Danberry Realtors to serve on the Housing Advisory Committee for CHIS/CHIP. Effective date January 11, 2008. Term expires on December 31, 2008.
I recommend appointing Sandra Perry and Patricia Bacon to serve on the Housing Advisory Committee for CHIS/CHIP. Effective date January 11, 2008. Term expires on December 31, 2008.
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Committee of the whole minutes
Description Northwood City Council - Organizational Meeting Note: Audio failed - Equipment disconnected and operator/clerk error. Written transcript is filed with the Clerk of Council upon approval of Council.
Date 1/3/2008 Location COUNCILCHAMBERS
Time Speaker Note
8:25:10 PM
Councilman James Barton sworn in: Councilman James Barton was sworn in by Mayor Mark A. Stoner to begin serving his four year term.
8:28:14 PM
Councilman Edward Schimmel sworn in: Councilman Edward Schimmel was sworn in by Mayor Mark A. Stoner to begin serving his four year term.
8:29:17 PM
Councilman Dean Edwards sworn in: Councilman Dean Edwards was sworn in by Mayor Mark A. Stoner to begin serving his four year term.
8:35:38 PM
Call to Order the Organizational Meeting of City Council: Appointment of President of Council: The Organizational meeting of the Northwood City Council was called to order by Mayor Mark A. Stoner on Thursday, January 3, 2007 at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Northwood Municipal Building. Mayor Stoner stated the reason for the Organizational meeting of Council was for the appointment of a President of Council for 2008. Mayor Stoner asked for any nominations from Council.
8:35:48 PM
Motion to Nominate: Councilwoman Hughes moved to nominate Councilman Michael Myers to serve as President of Council for the year 2008. Second by Gallaher. Note: Vote to be taken after close of nominations.
8:35:55 PM
Close Nominations: Mayor Stoner asked for any other nominations from Council. There being no other nominations, Councilman Kozina moved to close the nominations for President of Council. Second by Barton. Vote: All in favor. Motion passed.
8:36:12 PM
Motion/Vote: Clerk of Council Goertz read aloud a motion was made by Councilwoman Hughes to nominate Councilman Michael Myers to serve as President of Council for the year 2008. Second by Gallaher. Vote: 6 yea votes/1 abstention (Myers) Motion passed. Councilman Michael Myers was appointed as the President of Council for 2008.
8:36:22 PM
Adjourned: There being no further business before the Mayor and Council, and all being in favor, the Organizational meeting of January 3, 2008 was adjourned at 7:34 p.m. Attest: Lynn E. Goertz, Clerk of Council Approved: Mark A. Stoner, Mayor
8:36:32 PM
Call to Order: The Committee of the Whole meeting of Northwood City Council was called to order by President of Council Mike Myers on Thursday, January 3, 2008 at 7:35 p.m. upon adjournment of the Organizational meeting of Council in the Council Chambers.
8:37:33 PM
Roll Call: The roll was called by the Clerk of Council and those in attendance were: President of Council Myers; Mayor Stoner; Council members Kozina, Edwards, Hughes, Myers, Barton, Gallaher and Schimmel; City Attorney Ballenger, City Engineer Kuhn, City Administrator Bacon, and Clerk of Council Goertz. (All present)
8:37:38 PM
Motion to Approve Agenda: A motion and second were made by Council members Hughes and Gallaher to approve the agenda submitted for the Committee of the Whole meeting of January 3, 2008. Vote: All in favor. Motion passed.
8:37:45 PM
Pending Legislation: Pending legislation was read aloud by number and title only by President of Council Myers as follows:
8:37:48 PM
Ord. 2007-46: Ord. 2007-46 to amend Northwood Codified Ordinance 434.03 titled maximum speed limits, and declaring an emergency. Council Action to date: Second reading of Ord. 2007-46 was held by Council on December 13, 2007. Discussion of Council on reasons for considering passage for a 40 mph speed limit from George St. to the eastern city limits on Woodville Road (St. Rte. 51). City Administrator Bacon explained that this legislation would reflect what has already been put in place by ODOT; 40 mph is the posted speed on Woodville Road between George St. and the eastern city limits.
8:38:05 PM
Ord. 2007-49: Ord. 2007-49 establishing a Parks, Recreation and Open Space committee as a standing committee of the Northwood City Council, and declaring an emergency. Council Action to date: A first reading was held by Council on December 13, 2007.
8:41:25 PM
Council Discussion of Ord. 2007-49: A lengthy discussion was held among the Mayor and members of Council. Councilman Edwards asked the Mayor what would happen to the current Recreation Board if the proposed committee is established by Council. Mayor Stoner stated that he felt that a Recreation Board would not be needed and explained the need for changes due to needing a direction over the city’s parks. Mayor Stoner stated that there is no longer a summer recreation program through the YMCA. Councilman Gallaher stated he did not believe the Recreation Board should be replaced; they are needed for the recreational programs in the City of Northwood. Councilman Gallaher stated that a parks and open space master plan is needed a good place to start is with the Recreation Board. Councilman Kozina stated that he could see separating the Recreation Board from a Parks committee and possibly have the Recreation Board become the Ball Commission. Councilwoman Hughes suggested mixing the composition of the Parks committee by having both citizen members and council members for both baseball and parks. Councilman Gallaher stated that Council needs to better define all of the existing committees and identify what they need to do. Councilman Barton stated he would like to see a ball committee in place as well as a parks committee to deal with improvements to the city’s parks, tennis courts, etc. Mayor Stoner stated be believed that the Recreation Board has only dealt with baseball matters in the past and this is probably due to lack of communication. Councilman Gallaher stated he disagreed with shutting down a Recreation Board or the Mayor blaming the Recreation Board for a lack of communication when that blame falls with the Mayor and Council. Mayor Stoner stated he did not say that the lack of communication was a reason for not having Recreation Board and was open to the suggestion that there be both a ball committee and a parks committee.
8:56:47 PM
Res. 2007-13 Resolution 2007-13 to support a senior citizen housing project in the City of Northwood, and declaring an emergency.
8:57:17 PM
Barton inquired about the status or process for the proposed senior development in Northwood. City Administrator Bacon advised that a letter of support would be prepared to accompany an application to the State of Ohio. The NRC Group will be applying for rezoning of the property in February with the Planning Commission and Ms. Hada is planning to attend the next Council meeting. There were other questions concerning the timetable for the development and City Administrator Bacon was asked to obtain further information for Council from Mary Hada of the NRC Group.
8:59:06 PM
New Legislation: New legislation was presented by President of Council Myers:
8:59:14 PM
Ord. 2008-1: Rules of Council - Chapter 220 to be adopted annually by City Council. This Ordinance will be placed on the regular meeting agenda for January 10, 2008.
9:01:19 PM
Draft legislation for Video Service Provider as prepared by Time-Warner Cable: Proposed legislation (Ord. 2008-2) to be placed on the regular meeting agenda for January 10, 2008. The Video Provider service fee legislation (2 options) was reviewed with the City Attorney and the first draft Ordinance will be considered by Council on January 10, 2008 (copy attached to these original proceedings on file with the Clerk of Council.)
9:05:20 PM
No reports: There were no committee reports given at this time; however; meetings were scheduled as follows:
9:05:31 PM
Economic Dev.: The Economic Development committee will hold a meeting on Thursday, January 10, 2008 at 6:30 p.m. in the conference room to review updates on economic development with City Administrator Bacon.
9:06:04 PM
Safety: The Safety committee will hold a meeting on Thursday, January 10, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. in the conference room and the recent bid results for police vehicles will be reviewed with Chief Herman and Captain Cairl.
9:06:23 PM
Finance: Councilman Kozina stated he would be out-of-town from 1/20/08 – 1/24/08. City Administrator Bacon stated that there was no need for a Finance meeting at this time and that they are waiting to hear from the auditors concerning the upcoming audit.
9:07:41 PM
Service: A Service meeting will be scheduled at the next regular Council meeting on January 10, 2008.
9:08:41 PM
Utility: There is no need for a Utilities committee meeting at this time per the City Administrator.
9:09:17 PM
Adjournment: There being no further business before Committee of the Whole and all being in favor, the meeting was adjourned at 8:10 p.m.
9:09:30 PM
Attest: Lynn E. Goertz, Clerk of Council
9:10:38 PM
Approved: Michael R. Myers, President of Council
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Date 1/3/2008 Location COUNCILCHAMBERS
Time Speaker Note
8:25:10 PM
Councilman James Barton sworn in: Councilman James Barton was sworn in by Mayor Mark A. Stoner to begin serving his four year term.
8:28:14 PM
Councilman Edward Schimmel sworn in: Councilman Edward Schimmel was sworn in by Mayor Mark A. Stoner to begin serving his four year term.
8:29:17 PM
Councilman Dean Edwards sworn in: Councilman Dean Edwards was sworn in by Mayor Mark A. Stoner to begin serving his four year term.
8:35:38 PM
Call to Order the Organizational Meeting of City Council: Appointment of President of Council: The Organizational meeting of the Northwood City Council was called to order by Mayor Mark A. Stoner on Thursday, January 3, 2007 at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Northwood Municipal Building. Mayor Stoner stated the reason for the Organizational meeting of Council was for the appointment of a President of Council for 2008. Mayor Stoner asked for any nominations from Council.
8:35:48 PM
Motion to Nominate: Councilwoman Hughes moved to nominate Councilman Michael Myers to serve as President of Council for the year 2008. Second by Gallaher. Note: Vote to be taken after close of nominations.
8:35:55 PM
Close Nominations: Mayor Stoner asked for any other nominations from Council. There being no other nominations, Councilman Kozina moved to close the nominations for President of Council. Second by Barton. Vote: All in favor. Motion passed.
8:36:12 PM
Motion/Vote: Clerk of Council Goertz read aloud a motion was made by Councilwoman Hughes to nominate Councilman Michael Myers to serve as President of Council for the year 2008. Second by Gallaher. Vote: 6 yea votes/1 abstention (Myers) Motion passed. Councilman Michael Myers was appointed as the President of Council for 2008.
8:36:22 PM
Adjourned: There being no further business before the Mayor and Council, and all being in favor, the Organizational meeting of January 3, 2008 was adjourned at 7:34 p.m. Attest: Lynn E. Goertz, Clerk of Council Approved: Mark A. Stoner, Mayor
8:36:32 PM
Call to Order: The Committee of the Whole meeting of Northwood City Council was called to order by President of Council Mike Myers on Thursday, January 3, 2008 at 7:35 p.m. upon adjournment of the Organizational meeting of Council in the Council Chambers.
8:37:33 PM
Roll Call: The roll was called by the Clerk of Council and those in attendance were: President of Council Myers; Mayor Stoner; Council members Kozina, Edwards, Hughes, Myers, Barton, Gallaher and Schimmel; City Attorney Ballenger, City Engineer Kuhn, City Administrator Bacon, and Clerk of Council Goertz. (All present)
8:37:38 PM
Motion to Approve Agenda: A motion and second were made by Council members Hughes and Gallaher to approve the agenda submitted for the Committee of the Whole meeting of January 3, 2008. Vote: All in favor. Motion passed.
8:37:45 PM
Pending Legislation: Pending legislation was read aloud by number and title only by President of Council Myers as follows:
8:37:48 PM
Ord. 2007-46: Ord. 2007-46 to amend Northwood Codified Ordinance 434.03 titled maximum speed limits, and declaring an emergency. Council Action to date: Second reading of Ord. 2007-46 was held by Council on December 13, 2007. Discussion of Council on reasons for considering passage for a 40 mph speed limit from George St. to the eastern city limits on Woodville Road (St. Rte. 51). City Administrator Bacon explained that this legislation would reflect what has already been put in place by ODOT; 40 mph is the posted speed on Woodville Road between George St. and the eastern city limits.
8:38:05 PM
Ord. 2007-49: Ord. 2007-49 establishing a Parks, Recreation and Open Space committee as a standing committee of the Northwood City Council, and declaring an emergency. Council Action to date: A first reading was held by Council on December 13, 2007.
8:41:25 PM
Council Discussion of Ord. 2007-49: A lengthy discussion was held among the Mayor and members of Council. Councilman Edwards asked the Mayor what would happen to the current Recreation Board if the proposed committee is established by Council. Mayor Stoner stated that he felt that a Recreation Board would not be needed and explained the need for changes due to needing a direction over the city’s parks. Mayor Stoner stated that there is no longer a summer recreation program through the YMCA. Councilman Gallaher stated he did not believe the Recreation Board should be replaced; they are needed for the recreational programs in the City of Northwood. Councilman Gallaher stated that a parks and open space master plan is needed a good place to start is with the Recreation Board. Councilman Kozina stated that he could see separating the Recreation Board from a Parks committee and possibly have the Recreation Board become the Ball Commission. Councilwoman Hughes suggested mixing the composition of the Parks committee by having both citizen members and council members for both baseball and parks. Councilman Gallaher stated that Council needs to better define all of the existing committees and identify what they need to do. Councilman Barton stated he would like to see a ball committee in place as well as a parks committee to deal with improvements to the city’s parks, tennis courts, etc. Mayor Stoner stated be believed that the Recreation Board has only dealt with baseball matters in the past and this is probably due to lack of communication. Councilman Gallaher stated he disagreed with shutting down a Recreation Board or the Mayor blaming the Recreation Board for a lack of communication when that blame falls with the Mayor and Council. Mayor Stoner stated he did not say that the lack of communication was a reason for not having Recreation Board and was open to the suggestion that there be both a ball committee and a parks committee.
8:56:47 PM
Res. 2007-13 Resolution 2007-13 to support a senior citizen housing project in the City of Northwood, and declaring an emergency.
8:57:17 PM
Barton inquired about the status or process for the proposed senior development in Northwood. City Administrator Bacon advised that a letter of support would be prepared to accompany an application to the State of Ohio. The NRC Group will be applying for rezoning of the property in February with the Planning Commission and Ms. Hada is planning to attend the next Council meeting. There were other questions concerning the timetable for the development and City Administrator Bacon was asked to obtain further information for Council from Mary Hada of the NRC Group.
8:59:06 PM
New Legislation: New legislation was presented by President of Council Myers:
8:59:14 PM
Ord. 2008-1: Rules of Council - Chapter 220 to be adopted annually by City Council. This Ordinance will be placed on the regular meeting agenda for January 10, 2008.
9:01:19 PM
Draft legislation for Video Service Provider as prepared by Time-Warner Cable: Proposed legislation (Ord. 2008-2) to be placed on the regular meeting agenda for January 10, 2008. The Video Provider service fee legislation (2 options) was reviewed with the City Attorney and the first draft Ordinance will be considered by Council on January 10, 2008 (copy attached to these original proceedings on file with the Clerk of Council.)
9:05:20 PM
No reports: There were no committee reports given at this time; however; meetings were scheduled as follows:
9:05:31 PM
Economic Dev.: The Economic Development committee will hold a meeting on Thursday, January 10, 2008 at 6:30 p.m. in the conference room to review updates on economic development with City Administrator Bacon.
9:06:04 PM
Safety: The Safety committee will hold a meeting on Thursday, January 10, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. in the conference room and the recent bid results for police vehicles will be reviewed with Chief Herman and Captain Cairl.
9:06:23 PM
Finance: Councilman Kozina stated he would be out-of-town from 1/20/08 – 1/24/08. City Administrator Bacon stated that there was no need for a Finance meeting at this time and that they are waiting to hear from the auditors concerning the upcoming audit.
9:07:41 PM
Service: A Service meeting will be scheduled at the next regular Council meeting on January 10, 2008.
9:08:41 PM
Utility: There is no need for a Utilities committee meeting at this time per the City Administrator.
9:09:17 PM
Adjournment: There being no further business before Committee of the Whole and all being in favor, the meeting was adjourned at 8:10 p.m.
9:09:30 PM
Attest: Lynn E. Goertz, Clerk of Council
9:10:38 PM
Approved: Michael R. Myers, President of Council
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Saturday, January 5, 2008
Committe of the whole agenda
Audio minutes will be linked as soon as they are uploaded to the city's web site.
*Topic with a lot of discussion was the Rec and Parks committee. Original plan would be this 3 council member committee would replace Rec Board. This ordinance will be brought up for 2nd reading on Thursday. If you have any concerns about this you may want to attend this meeting. Hopefully, the audio will be available before Thursday's council meeting.
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING AGENDA
THURSDAY, JANUARY 3, 2008 - FOLLOWING ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING 7:30 P.M. - COUNCIL CHAMBERS
- Call to Order: Committee of the Whole Meeting of Thursday, January 3, 2008
(President of Council for 2008)
- Roll Call: (Clerk of Council Goertz)
- Motion of Council: Approval of Committee of the Whole meeting agenda for January 3, 2008
PENDING OR TABLED LEGISLATION:
Ord. 2007-46: Ordinance to amend Northwood Codified Ordinance 434.03 titled maximum speed limits, and declaring an emergency.
Council action to date: The second reading was held on December 13, 2007.
Ord. 2007-49: Ordinance establishing a Parks, Recreation and Open Space committee
as a standing committee of the Northwood City Council, and declaring an emergency.
Council action to date: The first reading was held on December 13, 2007.
Res. 2007-13: Resolution to support a senior citizen housing project in the City of Northwood, and declaring an emergency.
Council action to date: The second reading was held on December 13, 2007.
NEW LEGISLATION:
Ord. 2007-1: Ordinance adopting Chapter 220 of the Northwood Codified Ordinances titled Council, and Rules, for the year 2008.
Draft Ordinances for review: Please refer to Time Warner Cable correspondence dated 12/18/07 and the draft legislation attached for Council's consideration.
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REFERRALS TO COUNCIL:
Pending and New Items:
REPORTS:
1. Mayor
2. City Administrator:
3. City Attorney
4. City Engineer: Project updates
5. City Clerk
Committee of the Whole Meeting Agenda
January 3, 2008 - Page 2
REFERRALS TO COMMITTEES:
Economic Development
Environmental/Solid Waste
Finance
Safety
Service
Utilities
DEPARTMENT REPORTS Note: January 2008 meeting calendars to be distributed to mail boxes and will be posted on the website.
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*Topic with a lot of discussion was the Rec and Parks committee. Original plan would be this 3 council member committee would replace Rec Board. This ordinance will be brought up for 2nd reading on Thursday. If you have any concerns about this you may want to attend this meeting. Hopefully, the audio will be available before Thursday's council meeting.
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING AGENDA
THURSDAY, JANUARY 3, 2008 - FOLLOWING ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING 7:30 P.M. - COUNCIL CHAMBERS
- Call to Order: Committee of the Whole Meeting of Thursday, January 3, 2008
(President of Council for 2008)
- Roll Call: (Clerk of Council Goertz)
- Motion of Council: Approval of Committee of the Whole meeting agenda for January 3, 2008
PENDING OR TABLED LEGISLATION:
Ord. 2007-46: Ordinance to amend Northwood Codified Ordinance 434.03 titled maximum speed limits, and declaring an emergency.
Council action to date: The second reading was held on December 13, 2007.
Ord. 2007-49: Ordinance establishing a Parks, Recreation and Open Space committee
as a standing committee of the Northwood City Council, and declaring an emergency.
Council action to date: The first reading was held on December 13, 2007.
Res. 2007-13: Resolution to support a senior citizen housing project in the City of Northwood, and declaring an emergency.
Council action to date: The second reading was held on December 13, 2007.
NEW LEGISLATION:
Ord. 2007-1: Ordinance adopting Chapter 220 of the Northwood Codified Ordinances titled Council, and Rules, for the year 2008.
Draft Ordinances for review: Please refer to Time Warner Cable correspondence dated 12/18/07 and the draft legislation attached for Council's consideration.
******************************************************************************
REFERRALS TO COUNCIL:
Pending and New Items:
REPORTS:
1. Mayor
2. City Administrator:
3. City Attorney
4. City Engineer: Project updates
5. City Clerk
Committee of the Whole Meeting Agenda
January 3, 2008 - Page 2
REFERRALS TO COMMITTEES:
Economic Development
Environmental/Solid Waste
Finance
Safety
Service
Utilities
DEPARTMENT REPORTS Note: January 2008 meeting calendars to be distributed to mail boxes and will be posted on the website.
/
Friday, January 4, 2008
It's official
I was sworn in yesterday before our organizational and committee of the whole meeting. I will up load the agenda for committee of the whole later today or tomorrow. Please visit the city's website and listen to the minutes.
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