MINUTES OF A MEETING
OF THE BOARD OF COUNCIL OF THE
Mayor Pro-Tem Barb Runge called the Meeting of City Council to order at 8:00 P.M. on October 16, 2006. The Clerk called the roll and the following Councilmembers were present: Barb Runge, Jim Doepker, Eric Haas, Roger Peterman and Tom Lampe. Absent, Mayor Mary Brown, and Councilmember Karen Lied. Staff members in attendance included: City Administrative Officer Don Martin, City Clerk Melissa Kelly, City Attorney Jann Seidenfaden, Finance Director Fred Ewald, Police Chief Mike Daly, and Fire Department Lieutenant Matt Boyers.
Barb Runge, Mayor Pro-Tem led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
Minutes
The Minutes of the October 2, 2006 Council Meeting were presented to Council for consideration. Mr. Peterman made a motion to approve the minutes as written. The motion was seconded by Mr. Lampe. The motion carried by a vote of 5-0.
Visitors and Communications
Judy Alessandro of 722 N. Ft. Thomas Avenue was present and addressed Council regarding damage to her driveway that occurred during the 2005 street resurfacing project. Mrs. Alessandro has contacted her insurance company, and filed a claim. The insurance company has agreed to pay for the replacement of the driveway, but she will have to pay her $500.00 deductible.
Mr. Bob Rottgers of 17 Ohio Avenue was present. Mr. Rottgers was in attendance to discuss the number of deer that exists in Ft. Thomas. Don Martin noted that he has contacted the Department of Fish and Wildlife and has not heard back from them. Mr. Martin indicated that he would follow up with them and contact Mr. Rottgers with any new information.
A letter from Murray Wilson of 50 Walden Lane was read by the Clerk. The letter was regarding lowering the speed limit and adding signs to Walden Lane to help with speeding on the street. A motion was made by Mr. Doepker to refer this matter to the Safety Committee of Council. The motion was seconded by Mr. Haas. The motion carried by a vote of 5-0.
Reports of Officers
Monthly Fire Report: Captain Matt Boyers presented the Fire Report for the month of September. Captain Boyers also reported that Chief Bailey is doing well and is anxious to return to work. A motion was made by Mr. Lampe to receive and file the monthly fire report for September. The motion was seconded by Mr. Peterman. The motion carried by a vote of 5-0.
Monthly Police Report: Chief Mike Daly presented the Police report for September. A motion was made by Mr. Doepker to receive and file the monthly police report for September. The motion was seconded by Mr. Lampe. The motion carried by a vote of 5-0.
Old Business
Update on Town Center Project: Don Martin reported that all of the paperwork has been executed and the contractor, R.E. Schweitzer is moving equipment onto the site. It is anticipated that construction will begin the week of October 16th. Mr. Martin commended Mayor Brown, Council, and Jeff Earlywine for their efforts over the past five years to ensure this worthwhile project takes place.
Update on Midway Streetscape Project: Don Martin reported that as a result of the last steering committee meeting, there have been meetings scheduled with the VA and the Army Reserve to discuss their needs and/or possible participation in the project. Pending the results of these meetings, the steering committee will finalize a recommended design or designs.
New Business
Liquor License Application: An application was received from Sivle, LLC (John E. Taylor, President), 915 N. Ft. Thomas Avenue, for a Sunday Distilled Spirits & Wine, Malt Beverage Retailers, and Retail Drink license. The owner of the property is John E. Taylor, 3642 Parfore Court, Cincinnati, OH 45245. The application is on file in the office of the City Purchasing Agent and will be finally considered at a Public Hearing on November 6, 2006 at 4:30 p.m. at the Ft. Thomas City Building Council Chambers.
With that, Mr. Doepker made a motion to approve the application for Sivle, LLC. It was seconded by Mr. Lampe. Motion carried 5-0.
637 Highland Avenue: Parking in front of 637 Highland Avenue was discussed. It was the consensus of the Board to refer this matter to the Public Safety Committee for review.
Congratulations to Chief Daly: Don Martin recognized Chief Mike Daly for being selected as a candidate for the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Virginia. This is a great honor not only for him, but also for the City of Ft. Thomas.
Finance Committee Vouchers
The Finance Committee presented its report on Vouchers and recommended the payment of disbursements for the period of October 3 – 16, 2006. A motion was made by Mr. Doepker to concur in the recommendation of the Finance Committee. The motion was seconded by Mr. Lampe. Upon call of the roll, the following members voted “aye” – Mrs. Runge, Mr. Doepker, Mr. Haas, Mr. Peterman, and Mr. Lampe. Voting “no” – none. The motion carried by a vote of 5-0.
Ordinances, Resolutions, and Orders
Ordinance O-26-2006, amending the Section 94.01 pertaining to the National Fire Code was read for a second time. A motion was made by Mr. Doepker to approve Ordinance O-26-2006. The motion was seconded by Mr. Lampe. Upon roll call vote, the following voted “aye” – Mr. Doepker, Mrs. Runge, Mr. Haas, Mr. Peterman, and Mr. Lampe. Voting “no” – None. The motion carried by a vote of 5-0.
Ordinance O-27-2006, rescinding Ordinance O-13-2006 was read for a second time. A motion was made by Mr. Doepker to approve Ordinance O-27-2006. The motion was seconded by Mr. Haas. Upon roll call vote, the following voted “aye” – Mr. Doepker, Mrs. Runge, and Mr. Haas. Mr. Lampe recused himself because he is a member of the Highland Country Club and Mr. Peterman recused himself because he is a member and certificate holder at the Highland Country Club. Voting “no” – none. The motion carried by a vote of 3-0.
Ordinance O-28-2006, annexing property on Blossom Lane was read for the second time. A motion was made by Mr. Doepker to approve Ordinance O-28-2006. The motion was seconded by Mr. Haas. Upon Roll call vote, the following voted “aye” – Mr. Doepker, Mrs. Runge, and Mr. Haas. Mr. Lampe recused himself because he is a member of the Highland Country Club and Mr. Peterman recused himself because he is a member and certificate holder at the Highland Country Club. Voting “no” – none. The motion carried by a vote of 3-0.
Resolution R-13-2006, pertaining to a sanitary sewer line easement to Peter Grote was presented to Council. Mr. Peterman made a motion to approve Resolution R-13-2006. The motion was seconded by Mr. Lampe. The motion carried by a vote of 5-0.
Municipal Order MO-19-2006, appointing Billy Santos as a member of the Renaissance Board was presented to Council. Mr. Doepker made a motion to approve MO-19-2006. The motion was seconded by Mr. Haas. The motion carried by a vote of 5-0.
There being no further business to come before Council, the meeting was adjourned at 9:00 p.m.
APPROVED:
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Mary H. Brown, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Melissa K. Kelly, City Clerk