COUNCIL MINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF WASHINGTON COURT HOUSE CITY COUNCIL September 12,2018 7:30 P.M.

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1 COUNCIL MINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF WASHINGTON COURT HOUSE CITY COUNCIL September 12,2018 7:30 P.M. Council met in regular session at 7:30 P.M. in the second floor Council Chambers located at 105 N. Main Street, Washington Court House,with Chairperson Jim Chrisman presiding. Mr. Hawk led the invocation. Ms. Hernandez led the pledge of allegiance. Present at said meeting were,mrs. Kelley Ford,Administrative Secretary3 Mr. Joe Denen, City Manager and Mr. Mark Pitstick,City Attorney. At roll call,the following Council members were present: Mr. Ted Hawk, Ms. Kendra Hernandez,Mr. Steve Jennings, Mr. Caleb Johnson, Mr. Dale Lynch, Mr. Steve Shiltz,and Mr. Jim Chrisman. Mr. Jennings moved and Mr. Shiltz seconded the following motion: Motion: That the minutes of the Council meeting held August 22, 2018 be approved as presented. Johnson Aye,Mr. Lynch, Aye ; Mr. Shiltz Aye,and Mr. Chrisman Aye. Motion carried. Mr. Lynch introduced Mr. Sam Schroder and Mr. Brandt Kulwein,two students from Mr. Lynch5ร American Democracy class. B. BUSINESS SESSION COMMUNICATION None. COUNCIL COMMITTEES Mr. Jennings presented the minutes of the Finance and Persormel Committee meeting held August 20, Mr. Lynch moved and Ms. Hernandez seconded the following motion: MOTIONะ That the minutes of the Finance and Personnel Committee held August 20,2018,be approved as presented. At roll call the vote resulted as follows: Mr. Hawk Aye 5 Ms. Hernandez Aye,Mr. Jennings Aye,Mr. Johnson Aye,Mr. Lynch, Aye ; Mr. Shiltz Aye,and Mr. Chxisman Aye. Motion carried. Ms. Hernandez presented the minutes of the Economic Strategies and Cooperation Committee meeting held August 21,2018. Mr. Hawk moved and Mr. Jennings seconded the following motion:

2 MOTION: That the minutes of the Economic Strategies and Cooperation Committee held August 27, 2018, be approved as presented. Johnson Aye,Mr. Lynch, Aye ; Mr. Shiltz Aye,and Mr. Chrisman Aye. Motion carried, Mr. Hawk presented the minutes of the Safety, Service and Recreation Committee meeting held September 4, Mr. Lynch moved and Ms. Hernandez seconded the following motion: MOTION: That the minutes of the Safety5 Service and Recreation Committee held September 4, 2018, be approved as presented. At roll call the vote resulted as follows: Mr. Hawk TSÍay,Ms. Hernandez Aye 5 Mr. Jennings Aye,Mr. Johnson Aye 5 Mr. Lynch, Aye ; Mr. Shiltz Aye,and Mr. Chrisman Aye. Mr. Hawk clarified that this vote related to only a single item on the report. Motion carried, CITY MANAGER REPORT ( in writing) Mr. Denen respectfully addressed Council and noted the upcoming paving schedule. Mr. Denen reported on the progress of Oakland Avenue. Mr. Denen reported on the progress of the Wastewater Treatment Plant project and noted strong contractor interest. Mr. Denen noted concern with the increasing cost of construction materials. Mr. Denen stated that the City would continue to monitor the issue. Mr. Denen reported on the performance of the health insurance plan. Mr. Denen noted positive renewal performance. Mr. Denen thanked all involved with the planning efforts of the Scarceroพ Festival. Mr. Denen reviewed the Street closures for the event. Mr. Denen reported that letters were being received by local residents, concerning the bankruptcy of First Energy. Mr. Denen noted that the bankruptcy of First Energy should not impact residents. Mr. Denen reviewed new legislation. In discussion,mr. Shiltz inquired about how the City purchase health insurance. Mr. Denen explained the consortium structure regarding health insurance. Mr. Chrisman inquired about tariffs in relation to the Wastewater Treatment project. Mr. Denen noted that he could not predict the effects of a particular change in tariff policy on the overall cost of the wastewater project.

3 DIRECTOR OF FINANCE Director of Finance, Mr. Tom Riley,was absent. CITY ATTORNEY City Attorney,Mr. Mark Pitstick,had no report. LOCAL RESIDENTS AND TAXPAYERS There was none. CLERKS REPORT Mrs. Ford presented a request from the Ohio Division of Liquor Control for a change of LLC Membership from combined managing members Mario Reyes Rosales and David Franco Sardinez to sole managing member, David Franco Sardinez,located at El Canon Restaurant of Fayette County LLC DBA El Canon 1381 Leesburg Avenue ไVashington C.H. Ohio Mrs. Ford inquired if anyone had any objections to the request? Mr. Hawk made a motion to request a hearing in the county seat. Mr. Johnson seconded the motion. At roll call the vote resulted as follows: Mr. Hawk Aye,Ms. Hernandez Nay,Mr. Jenmngs Nay,Mr. Johnson cnay,,,mr. Lynch, Na/,; Mr. Shiltz Nay,,,and Mr. Chrisman Na/,. Motion failed. c. LEGISLATION 1. LEGISLATION PREVIOUSLY INTRODUCED. A. RESOLUTION NO. R (second reading) A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE AMOUNTS AND RATES AS DETERMINED BY THE BUDGET COMMISSION AND AUTHORIZING THE NECESSARY TAX LEVIES AND CERTIFYING THEM TO THE COUNTY AUDITOR. Mr. Johnson moved and Ms. Hernandez seconded the following motion: Motion: That Resolution No. R be placed on second reading. Johnson Aye,Mr. Lynch, Aye ; Mr. Shiltz Aye,and Mr. Chrisman Aye Mr. Johnson moved and Ms. Hernandez seconded the following motion: Motion: That Resolution No. R be adopted.

4 Johnson Aye,Mr. Lynch, Aye ; Mr. Shiltz Aye,and Mr. Chiisman Aye 2. New Legislation (in writing) A. RESOLUTION NO. R (first reading) A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER JOSEPH J. DENEN, OF THE CITY OF WASHINGTON COURT HOUSE TO AWARD A CONTRACT TO cox PAVING FOR THE 2018 STREET AND ALLEY PAVING PROGRAM PHASE 2. Ms. Hernandez moved and Mr. Hawk seconded the following motion: Motion: That Resolution No. R be placed on first reading. Johnson Aye,Mr. Lynch, Aye ; Mr. Shiltz Aye 5 and Mr. Chrisman Aye B. RESOLUTION NO. R ffirst readmgi A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING JOSEPH J. DENEN, CITY MANAGER, OF THE CITY OF WASHINGTON COURT HOUSE REAPPOINTMENT OF MR. DENNY BEIS TO THE BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS FOR A TERM CONCLUDING, DECEMBER 31,2021. Mr. Lynch moved and Ms. Hernandez seconded the following motion: Motion: That Resolution No. K be placed on first reading. At roll call the vote resulted as follows: Mr. Hawk Aye,Ms. Hernandez Aye 5 Mr. Jennings Aye,Mr. Johnson. Aye,Mr. Lynch, Aye ; Mr. Shiltz Aye,,,and Mr. Chris 皿 tn Aye c. RESOLUTION NO. R (first reading) A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING JOSEPH J. DENEN, CITY MANAGER OF THE CITY OF WASHINGTON COURT HOUSE REAPPOINTMENT OF MR. TOM RILEY TO THE FAYETTE COUNTY TRAVEL AND TOURISM BOARD FOR A TERM CONCLUDINGDECEMBER 31,2019. Mr. Hawk moved and Mr. Jennings seconded the following motion: Motion: That Resolution No. R be placed on first reading.

5 At roll call the vote resulted as follows: Mr. Hawk Aye,Ms. Hernandez Aye,Mr. Jermings Aye,Mr. Johnson Nay,Mr. Lynch, Aye ; Mr. Shiltz Aye,and Mr. Chrisman Aye D. RESOLUTION NO. R (first reading) A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING JOSEPH J. DENEN, CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT WITH THE DIRECTOR OF TRANSPORTATION OF THE STATE OF OHIO REFERENCING PID NUMBER FOR URBAN PAVING PROJECT. Ms. Hernandez moved and Mr. Hawk seconded the following motion: Motion: That Resolution No. R be placed on first reading. At roll call the vote resulted as follows: Mr. Hawk Aye,Ms. Hernandez Aye,Mr. Jennings Aye 5 Mr. Johnson Aye,Mr. Lynch, Aye ; Mr. Shiltz Aye,and Mr. Chrisman Aye E. RESOLUTION NO. R (first reading) A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING JOSEPH J. DENEN, CITY MANAGER, OF THE CITY OF WASHINGTON COURT HOUSE, TO AMEND THE AGREEMENT WITH THE AMERICAN RED CROSS FOR THE LEASE OF THE PREMISE LOCATED AT 225 EAST MARKET STREET. Ms. Hernandez moved and Mr. Johnson seconded the following motion: Motion: That Resolution No. R be placed on first reading. At roll call the vote resulted as follows: Mr. Hawk Aye,Ms. Hernandez Aye,Mr. Jemüngs Aye,Mr. Johnson Aye, 5 Mr. Lynch, Aye ; Mr. Shiltz Aye,and Mr. Chrisman Aye D. MISCELLANEOUS Mr. Jennings wished everyone the best of luck with the Scarecrow Festival. Mr. Shiltz encouraged everyone to enjoy tìbie Scarecrow Festival. Mr. Hawk expressed concern with the decision redirecting traffic in the alley area between Market and Court Street. Mr. Denen suggested that the changes be reviewed at the next Service,Safety and Recreation Committee. Mr. Johnson wished Mrs. Ford a Happy Birthday. Mr. Johnson thanked Mr. Bill Boylan for a recent communication. 一기 Mr. Johnson discussed motions.

6 Mr. Johnson thanked the students for attending Council. Ms. Hernandez encouraged support of the Scarecrow Festival and the local businesses during the festival. Mr. Lynch expressed his appreciation of the moment of silence held at the Washington City Schools in honor of 9/11. Mr. Lynch wished Mrs. Ford a Happy Birthday. Mr. Lynch referenced a quote from Charles Swindoll, Life is 10% of what happens and 90% of how we react Mr. Chrismaxi thanked the students for attending the Council meeting. Mr. Chrisman thanked the Police, Fire and Service Department for their efforts. ADJOURNMENT Mr. Lynch moved and Mr. Johnson seconded the following motion: Motionะ That the Regular Meeting be adjourned. Johnson Aye,Mr. Lynch, Aye ; Mr. Shiltz Aye,and Mr. Chrisman Aye Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:22p.m.

7 CITY OF WASHINGTON COURT HOUSE 105 N. Main Street Washington C.H.,Ohio Phone Fax Report ofc. M. J. J. D. 09/12/18 A. ) Upcoming Paving B. ) Oakland Ave c.) Report strong contractor iiiterest in the WWTP project D.) Note good performance of the health insurance plan...renewal rate looking positive. E.) Scarecrow 1. ) Street Closures: Court Street closed from Hinde Street to Isiorth Street. 1 Main Street closed from Market Street to Court Street. South Main Street closed from Court Street to East Street and in the area of the Center of Economic Opportunity Building and parking Ieri. North Fayette Street closed from Market Street to Court Street. South Fayette Street closed from Court Street to the parking loi. 丁 he parking lot at East Street and South Main Street will also be closed. 2. ) Closures commence on Thursday,September 13, 2018 at 4:00 AM. Streets reopen on Sunday5 September 16, 2018 after disassembly of the Scarecrow Festival. ALL VEHICLES MUST BE REMOVED WITHIN THE ANNOUNCED AND POSTED AREAS. ANY VEHICLES REMAINING WILL BE TOWED BY THE POLICE DEPARTMENT AT THE OWNERS EXPENSE. 3. ) Thank the Scarecrow Committee, the Downtown businesses and residents5 event sponsors and the Service Department,Police Department ana Fire Departments. After the conclusion of the Scarecrow Festival, my thanks will be more specific. We have ail worked hard to create for the community a nice opportunity to enjov a late summer / early fall weekend. F. ) First Energy Letters G. )Note the Continued Efforts of the Railroad Preservation Society