Norwood City
Council
Council
Chambers
A) CALL TO ORDER
The Council for the City of Norwood met in regular session on the above date with Ms. Jane Grote presiding. The meeting opened with a prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance.
B) PRAYER
C) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
D) ROLL CALL
On roll call, the following members answered present: Mr. Gabbard, Mr. Sanker, Mr. Schneider, Mr. Moore, Ms. Kelly, Mr. Barlow, and Mr. Mumper
E) AMENDMENT OF AGENDA:
On a motion by Mr. Mumper, seconded by Ms. Kelly, it was moved to amend the agenda by moving the Ordinance after the related Public Hearing, by moving item P-2) prior to G-4, and to replace Ordinances J-A) and J-B) with updated versions. All members present voted YES.
F) APPROVE MINUTES FROM:
July 11,
2006 and
On a motion by Mr. Moore, seconded by Mr. Mumper, it was moved to approve the minutes as if read. All members present voted YES.
G) PUBLIC HEARINGS
Prior to opening the Public Hearings, Ms. Grote explained the rules governing Public Hearings.
A)
When the Public Hearing opened, the following came forward to speak in favor of this Ordinance:
a) Tom McQuery
The Public Hearing closed when no one came forward to speak against this Ordinance.
As amended Council then considered the following item.
J-A) ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE
PLANNING COMMISSION TO APPROVE THE REQUEST FOR A ZONE CHANGE OF PARCEL
651-0003-0176-00 (WHICH ENCOMPASSES 2108 CATHEDRAL AVENUE, NORWOOD OHIO 45212) FROM
A "NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS DISTRICT" (NBD) TO THAT OF A
"ONE-FAMILY AND TWO-FAMILY RESIDENCE DISTRICT" (R-2), AS AMENDED.
On a motion by Mr. Moore, seconded by Ms. Kelly, it was moved to hear the first reading of the Ordinance. All members present voted YES.
B) 2042
& 2046 Courtland Avenue
When the Public Hearing opened, the following came forward to speak in favor of this Ordinance:
a) Mark Dierkers
b) Tom Brundrett
c) Steve Alack
When called for those Against the Ordinance, the following approached to speak against this Ordinance
a) Margaret Wehmeyer
When no one else came forward, the Public Hearing closed.
As amended Council then considered the following item.
J-B) ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE PLANNING
COMMISSION TO APPROVE THE REQUEST FOR A ZONE CHANGE OF PARCELS 651-0026-0117-00
AND 651-0026-0116-00 (WHICH ENCOMPASSES 2042 AND 2046 COURTLAND AVENUE, NORWOOD
OHIO 45212) FROM A "MULTI-FAMILY DISTRICT" (R-3) TO THAT OF A
"GENERAL BUSINESS DISTRICT" (GBD) WITH THE PROPERTIES TO BE INCLUDED
IN THE PRE-EXISTING "PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT" (PUD) OVERLAY LOCATED
OVER 4413 MONTGOMERY ROAD.
Mr. Schneider commented that while in a perfect world we would completely separate business from residents, but this is not always possible. The proposed plans are the best attempt at creating a buffer between these areas, while retaining a longstanding property owner. A very important aspect of the Mayor’s Administration has been keeping our stable businesses while Norwood changes and evolves. Mr. Schneider stated that he believes that this Ordinance is in the best interest of the community.
Mr. Gabbard stated that he has discussed this with property owners in the area and does not see any major problems. There seem to be more problems with Group Homes in the area.
Mr. Moore thanked Mr. Brundrett for coming in and having this meeting with neighbors and with the City. Mr. Moore stated that while he hates losing housing, this will improve the area greatly while providing additional parking for the tenants of the facility. The setback issue will still have to be resolved, as will the final landscaping plan, but Mr. Brundrett is committed to making this happen and it’s great to see this level of commitment to the community.
Mr. Sanker added that the tenant’s practices are growing and the landlord and the City need to keep up with the demands to maintain these stable and long time tenants. This current plan will also reduce the need for on street parking on Montgomery Rd. as well as parking on the side streets which always seems to be a problem in other areas and in other communities. Mr. Sanker noted that the the current plans include a significant buffer.
On a motion by Mr. Schneider, seconded by Mr. Moore, it was moved to suspend the rules and hear all three readings of the ordinance. All members present voted YES.
On a motion by Mr. Moore, seconded by Mr. Mumper, it was moved to pass the ordinance. All members present voted YES.
C)
When the Public Hearing opened, the following came forward to speak in favor of this Ordinance:
a) Shawn Caflin
b) Robert Dorsey
The Public Hearing closed when no one came forward to speak against this Ordinance.
As amended Council then considered the following item.
J-C) ORDINANCE APPROVING THE PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT
(P.U.D.) PLANS FOR
On a motion by Mr. Sanker, seconded by Mr. Mumper, it was moved to suspend the rules and hear all three readings of the ordinance. All members present voted YES.
On a motion by Mr. Mumper, seconded by Mr. Schneider, it was moved to pass the ordinance. All members present voted YES.
D)
When the Public Hearing opened, the following came forward to speak in favor of this Ordinance:
a) Mark Payne
The Public Hearing closed when no one came forward to speak against this Ordinance.
As amended, Council then considered the following item.
P-2 Letter from
Carri Town RE:
On a motion by Mr. Moore, seconded by Mr. Mumper, it was moved that the letter be received and filed. All members present voted YES.
As amended Council then considered the following item.
J-D) ORDINANCE APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY PLANNED UNIT
DEVELOPMENT (P.U.D.) PLANS FOR 5612 CARTHAGE AVENUE.
Mr. Sanker commented that Molecular Research Center (MRC) is a first class operation that has invested significant time analyzing their property options. This is a very exciting project and they seem very passionate about the property.
Mr. Moore commented that this is the ideal tenant bordering a residential area. The manufacturing of this drug is done in a separate sterile room which should alleviate any concerns over noise. They are taking a great amount of care and detail in restoring this facility.
Mr. Mumper added that this building has been in disrepair for many years and has been an eyesore. The proposed plans will restore this as a great asset at this entrance to the City of Norwood.
Mr. Gabbard commented that it appears the chimney must come down, but they are trying to save and reuse the milk bottle décor on the chimney as a historical tribute to the facility’s original purpose.
On a motion by Mr. Sanker, seconded by Mr. Mumper, it was moved to suspend the rules and hear all three readings of the ordinance. All members present voted YES.
On a motion by Mr. Mumper, seconded by Mr. Barlow, it was moved to pass the ordinance. All members present voted YES.
H) Requests to address council on agenda items
I) Reports of Standing committees of council
1. Finance & Audit RE: 2006 Appropriations.
On a motion by Mr. Mumper, seconded by Mr. Schneider, it was moved to accept the report. All members present voted YES.
2. Finance & Audit RE: 2006 Appropriations.
On a motion by Mr. Mumper, seconded by Ms. Kelly, it was moved to accept the report. All members present voted YES.
J) INTRODUCTORY READING OF Ordinances
E) ORDINANCE TO CHANGE APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE YEAR 2006.
Mr. Moore commented that this change to appropriations makes several changes, but this needs to be passed tonight due to the changed to the Montgomery Rd. and Carthage Ave. realignment project. Certain pieces of parcels need to be obtained for the realignment project and while this will eventually be reimbursed by the grant money once transferred to ODOT, Neyer Inc. is fronting these funds temporarily. This moves funds to other keys as well but there are no changes to the bottom line.
On a motion by Mr. Moore, seconded by Mr. Schneider, it was moved to suspend the rules and hear all three reading of the ordinance. All members present voted YES.
On a motion by Mr. Mumper, seconded by Mr. Schneider, it was moved to pass the ordinance. All members present voted YES.
K) INTRODUCTORY READINGS OF RESOLUTIONS
A) A RESOLUTION DECLARING IT TO BE THE DESIRE OF COUNCIL THAT HALLOWEEN TRICK-OR-TREAT BE CELEBRATED BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 6:00 P.M. AND 8:00 P.M. ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2006.
On a
motion by Mr. Mumper, seconded by Ms. Kelly, it was moved to suspend the rules
and hear all three readings of the resolution with the first reading in its
entirety. All members present voted YES.
On a
motion by Mr. Mumper, seconded by Ms. Kelly, it was moved to pass the resolution. All members present voted YES.
L) ADMINISTRATION REPORTS
Mayor
Williams was present and mentioned that the Linden Pointe groundbreaking
ceremony is scheduled for Thursday September 28th. At this ceremony, Duke Energy will present a
$10,000 grant toward the Road realignment project. The development is progressing nicely.
Mayor
Williams also announced that rather than paying monthly on the 1988 UDAG
Grant/Loan that was given for the original Rookwood development, the developer
would like to make a lump sum payment in the amount of more than $3.5
Million. The Administration is in
discussion with the authorities to determine what these funds can be used for
and whether or not there are restrictions on this repayment. This could be great news for the City in
these difficult financial times, but we need to clarify any restrictions.
M)OTHER REQUESTS TO ADDRESS COUNCIL
N) UNFINISHED BUSINESS
O) new Business
P) COMMUNICATIONS:
1. Letter from Recreation Commission RE: Recreation Office Move.
On a motion by Mr. Mumper, seconded by Ms. Kelly, it was moved that the letter be received and filed. All members present voted YES.
3. Letter from Liquor Control RE: Tropical Bar.
On a motion by Mr. Moore, seconded by Mr. Mumper, it was moved that the letter be received and filed and to object to the transfer based on an objection from the Building Department. All members present voted YES.
Q) EXCUSE ABSENT MEMBERS
All members present.
R) ADJOURNMENT
On a motion by Mr. Moore, seconded by Mr. Mumper, it was moved to adjourn. All members present voted YES.
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J. Brian Mumper Jane
M. Grote
Clerk of Council President
of Council