image001Norwood City Council

Council Chambers

August 25, 2009

 

 

 

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. Sanker, Mr. Schneider, Mr. Moore, Mr. Thornbury, Mr. Barlow and Mr. Mumper.

 

E)   AMENDMENT OF AGENDA

On a motion by Mr. Mumper, seconded by Mr. Schneider, it was moved to amend the agenda by adding Resolution H-A) and replacing G-A with a new Ordinance that will now be reverted to a first reading.  The agenda will also be amended to include Communications L-12 and L-13.  All members present voted “Yes”.

 

f) REQUESTS TO ADDRESS COUNCIL ON AGENDA ITEMS

There were no requests.

 

G) SECOND READINGS OF ORDINANCES

A. ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE SAFETY-SERVICE DIRECTOR TO ENTER INTO A LABOR- MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT WITH THE E-911 BARGAINING UNIT EFFECTIVE UPON EXECUTION – DECEMBER 31, 2011, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY, AS AMENDED.

 

As noted due to the submission of a new Resolution, all three readings are needed.  Mr. Schneider noted that Council received a copy of the contract in the mail with ample time to review and thanked the Service-Safety Director for mailing. 

 

Mr. Moore gave an explanation of the contract details.  Mr. Kiser provided further clarification on the contract details.

 

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. Sanker, it was moved to pass the Ordinance.  All members present voted, “Yes”.

 

H) INTRODUCTORY READING OF RESOLUTION

A. RESOLUTION HONORING THE GRADUATING COMPANIES OF THE HAMILTON COUNTY BUSINESS CENTER, INC.

 

Mr. Schneider explained that there were three graduates this year, SDL, Transmissions, LLC. and Works International.  This is a smaller group than in the past as there are normally 5-6 companies; this is another sign of the economy.

 

On a motion by Mr. Mumper, seconded by Mr. Schneider, it was moved to suspend the rules and hear all three readings of the Resolution.  All members present voted “Yes”.

 

On a motion by Mr. Mumper, seconded by Mr. Schneider, it was moved to pass the Resolution.  All members present voted, “Yes”. 

 

I) ADMINISTRATION REPORTS

The Mayor said the 2009 Street Program is underway, including overlay, and crack sealant projects.  Street improvements are important and we will continue to attack these problems wisely.

 

In addition, the City Hall downspout project should be completed shortly, eliminating the rain water issues we have had previously.

 

The Mayor also commented that there has been a rash of automobile break-ins.  Groups of 3-4 have been arrested on two separate occasions.  The Mayor urged residents to be careful with what is left in cars and to be cautious, particularly with GPS devices.  Mr. Mumper suggested Police Department be entered as “home” on these devices.

 

The Mayor added that H1N1 flu is of concern as school starts and the Mayor reminds everyone of the importance of hygiene at all times.

 

The “All About Dogs Event” was a nice, well attended event at Grace Methodist Church.  The event included instruction for children to deal with and train dogs.

 

Lastly, Mayor Williams commented that the Opening Day for Norwood Soccer is always a great event and gets better every year.  Volunteers make that a great organization and an asset to the community.

 

During the Auditor’s Report, Mr. Stith provided a fund review, grant review, and noted that the Auditor’s office is continually reviewing historical events and cleaning up old entries where necessary.

 

With the Law Director’s Report, Mr. Kiser said most of his information needs to be covered in Executive Session, but did announce that the first Juvenile Area Court session was held and went well - more details are forthcoming.

 

J) OTHER REQUESTS TO ADDRESS COUNCIL

Mr. Bill Graff, of 1933 Delaware, spoke to recruit members for a new class of Citizens on Patrol. The class will be held at the Police Academy on August 29th from 1-5 p.m. It is for Norwood residents, over 21 years of age. There is no cost for the course.

 

K) UNFINISHED BUSINESS

Mr. Barlow announced the Street Sale dates (September 18th and 19th from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.) and the availability of permits in the Treasurer’s office. Directories will be available online (www.norwood-ohio.com) and in the Treasurer’s office.

 

Mr. Moore asked the Law Director to discuss the legal status of Jerry’s Auto Sales.  Mr. Kiser said there are no charges currently pending.  There were mixed results with the last round of charges filed, some items were addressed while others have remained as issues.  If the business is cited again they can be prosecuted, but not until then. 

 

L) NEW BUSINESS

Mr. Mumper announced the Committee of the Whole meeting for September 1, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. and set the agenda with two items, gas aggregation and garbage. 

 

Mr. Schneider directed a question to the Police Department regarding the establishment of a Block Watch program.  The Mayor responded that the police can conduct a session to set up the program and then the residents need to run the program further.

 

M) COMMUNICATIONS

1. Letter from Building Department               Re: Ohio Division of Liquor Control

2. Letter from Tax Department                       Re: Ohio Division of Liquor Control

3. Letter from Fire Department                      Re: Ohio Division of Liquor Control

4. Letter from Health Department                  Re: Ohio Division of Liquor Control

5. Letter from Police Department                   Re: Ohio Division of Liquor Control

6. Letter from Ohio Div.of Liquor Control    Re:  Norwood Café

 

On a motion by Mr. Schneider, seconded by Mr. Thornbury, it was moved to receive and file Communications M1 through M6 as if read. There were no objections from any department. All members present voted, “Yes”.

 

7. Letter from Building Department               Re: Ohio Division of Liquor Control

8. Letter from Tax Department                       Re: Ohio Division of Liquor Control

9. Letter from Fire Department                      Re: Ohio Division of Liquor Control

10. Letter from Health Department                Re: Ohio Division of Liquor Control

11. Letter from Ohio Div.of Liquor Control  Re: G&E Market, LLC

12. Letter from Police Department                 Re: Ohio Division of Liquor Control

 

On a motion by Mr. Schneider, seconded by Mr. Moore, it was moved to receive and file Communications L7 through L12 as if read. There were no objections from any department. All members present voted, “Yes”.

 

13. Letter from Law Department                   Re: Request for Executive Session

 

On a motion by Mr. Mumper, seconded by Mr. Schneider, it was moved to receive and file the letter and honor the request for Executive Session, to discuss pending litigation. All members present voted “Yes”.

 

Upon returning from Executive Session the following motion was considered. 

 

On a motion by Mr. Moore, seconded by Mr. Mumper, it was moved to authorize payment regarding fees related to Case # A0707713, Kramer v Norwood.  All members present voted, “Yes”.

 

M) EXCUSE ABSENT MEMBERS

On a motion by Mr. Mumper, seconded by Mr. Schneider, it was moved to excuse absent member, Michael Gabbard.  All members present voted, “Yes”.

 

N) ADJOURNMENT

On a motion by Mr. Mumper, seconded by Mr. Moore, the meeting was adjourned.  All members present voted “Yes”.

 

 

 

 

 

______________________________            ______________________________

J. Brian Mumper                                          Jane M. Grote

Clerk of Council                                            President of Council