PICKERINGTON CITY COUNCIL

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2010

CITY HALL, 100 LOCKVILLE ROAD

REGULAR MEETING

7:30 P.M.

1. ROLL CALL, INVOCATION, AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE. Council for the City of Pickerington met for a regular session Tuesday, December 7, 2010, at City Hall. Mayor O’Brien called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. Roll call was taken as follows: Mr. Barletta, Mr. Blair, Mr. Fix, Mrs. Hammond, Mrs. Sanders, Mr. Sauer, Mr. Wisniewski, and Mayor O’Brien were present. No members were absent. Others present were: Bill Vance, Lynda Yartin, Steve Smith, Jr., Chris Schornack, Chief Mike Taylor, Ed Drobina, Linda Fersch, Greg Bachman, Michelle Hale, Jon Hale, Nate Ellis, Janet Thiede, Carol Carter, Rob Pike, and others.

2. A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 16, 2010, REGULAR MEETING. Mr. Fix moved to approve; Mrs. Sanders seconded the motion. Roll call was taken with Mr. Barletta, Mr. Blair, Mr. Fix, Mr. Sauer, Mrs. Hammond, Mrs. Sanders, and Mr. Wisniewski voting “Yea.” Motion passed, 7-0.

B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 16, 2010, WORK SESSION REGARDING PRESENTATION BY MR. ORMAN HALL, ADAMH. Mr. Fix moved to approve; Mrs. Sanders seconded the motion. Roll call was taken with Mr. Wisniewski, Mr. Sauer, Mrs. Hammond, Mr. Blair, Mr. Fix, Mrs. Sanders, and Mr. Barletta voting “Yea.” Motion passed, 7-0.

3. COMMUNITY COMMENTS.

A. Mr. Jon Hale. Mr. Hale stated he was present this evening representing the Lancaster-Fairfield County Charity Newsies. Mr. Hale stated as Council may be aware the Newsies are a 100 percent charity all volunteer organization representing all of Fairfield County and have been around since 1936. Mr. Hale stated their primary mission is to provide emergency food, clothing, and shelter to children and families with children anywhere within Fairfield County. He stated this coming Saturday is their annual newspaper sale, and this is the event their organization began 75 years ago. Mr. Hale stated Pickerington is a very important partner community in their fundraising efforts. He stated further there is a motion on tonight’s agenda for Council’s approval of their solicitation event for this year and he would greatly appreciated Council’s consideration on this issue.

B. Mr. Rob Pike. Mr. Rob Pike stated he was present this evening to present to the City of Pickerington the Auditor of State Mary Taylor Making Your Tax Dollars Count Award. Mr. Pike stated to receive this award the City must complete and submit a Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, there must be no findings or issues in the report and there must be no other financial concerns involving the City. Mr. Pike stated this award is for fiscal year 2009 and he was pleased to present this award to Mr. Schornack and Mrs. Fersch. Mrs. Fersch stated she would like to note that receiving this award is the result of everyone’s hard work.

4. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS. There were no comments.

5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA. Mayor O’Brien stated there was one consent agenda item this evening, Ordinance 2010-96, “An ordinance to accept a donation from the Columbus Flyers to be used for the Disc Golf Course.” Mr. Fix moved to adopt; Mrs. Hammond seconded the motion. Roll call was taken with Mrs. Sanders, Mr. Fix, Mr. Blair, Mrs. Hammond, Mr. Sauer, Mr. Barletta, and Mr. Wisniewski voting “Yea.” Motion passed, 7-0.

6. APPROVAL OF AGENDA. Mr. Fix moved to approve; Mr. Sauer seconded the motion. Roll call was taken with Mrs. Sanders, Mr. Fix, Mr. Sauer, Mr. Blair, Mr. Wisniewski, Mr. Barletta, and Mrs. Hammond voting “Yea.” Motion passed, 7-0.

7. REPORTS:

A. MAYOR. Mayor O’Brien stated he attended the Tree Lighting and it was a well attended event.

B. LAW DIRECTOR. Mr. Smith stated he had no report this evening, but he would be happy to answer any questions.

C. FINANCE DIRECTOR. Mr. Schornack stated he had no report this evening, but would answer any questions.

D. SERVICE MANAGER. Mr. Drobina stated he has three items on tonight’s agenda with the first being an ordinance to increase the URS contract for construction management at the wastewater treatment plant. Mr. Drobina stated this increase is due to a contractor delay and the amount of $42,528 has been deducted from what we owe the contractor. Mr. Drobina stated the next item is an ordinance that changes the caliper size of trees and the amount of replacement trees. He stated his final item is a resolution authorizing the City Manager to apply for an Ash Tree Removal and Canopy Restoration Grant. Mr. Vance clarified that as these trees are killed by the Emerald Ash Borer they would need to be replaced anyway. Mr. Drobina further stated he would point out that residents have received a letter that trash removal rates will increase by $.27 per month due to the generation disposal fee increase effective January 1, 2011.

E. CITY ENGINEER. Mr. Bachman stated he has one item on tonight’s agenda and that is in regarding to the reverse-osmosis equipment procurement. He stated he would request three readings this evening if possible so they can move forward with this project.

F. CITY MANAGER. Mr. Vance stated he had no report, but would answer any questions.

G. SERVICE COMMITTEE. Mr. Wisniewski stated he had nothing to add to Mr. Drobina and Mr. Bachman’s reports.

H. SAFETY COMMITTEE. Mrs. Hammond stated in addition to the items Mr. Drobina has spoken about, there is an ordinance regarding solicitation on tonight’s agenda that came from Safety Committee. She stated when this is adopted the approval of these requests can be taken care of by staff and will not require a motion by Council.

I. FINANCE COMMITTEE. Mrs. Sanders stated the 2011 Budget is on the agenda for consideration this evening.

8. PROCEDURAL READINGS:

A. ORDINANCE 2010-91, “AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE BUDGET FOR THE 2011 FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 2011,” First Reading, Finance Committee. Mrs. Sanders moved to waive the requirement in Charter Section 2.06 that the ordinance be read on three separate meeting dates for the purpose of two readings this evening; Mr. Fix seconded the motion. Roll call was taken with Mrs. Sanders, Mrs. Hammond, Mr. Sauer, Mr. Barletta, Mr. Wisniewski, Mr. Fix, and Mr. Blair voting “Yea.” Suspension of Rules passed, 7-0. Mr. Wisniewski moved to adopt; Mrs. Sanders seconded the motion. Roll call was taken with Mr. Barletta, Mr. Fix, Mr. Blair, Mr. Wisniewski, Mrs. Hammond, Mrs. Sanders, and Mr. Sauer voting “Yea.” Motion passed, 7-0.

B. ORDINANCE 2010-92, “AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AN INCREASE IN PAYMENT TO URS CORPORATION FOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR THE CITY OF PICKERINGTON’S WWTP EXPANSION PROJECT,” First Reading, Service Committee. Mr. Wisniewski moved to adopt; Mr. Fix seconded the motion. Roll call was taken with Mrs. Hammond, Mrs. Sanders, Mr. Fix, Mr. Wisniewski, Mr. Barletta, Mr. Sauer, and Mr. Blair voting “Yea.” Motion passed, 7-0.

C. ORDINANCE 2010-93, “AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION 1258.15, “STREET TREES; URBAN FORESTRY” OF THE CODIFIED ORDINANCES OF PICKERINGTON,” First Reading, Safety Committee. Mr. Wisniewski clarified the cost of the larger trees will be covered by the fees charged the developers. Mrs. Hammond moved to adopt; Mr. Fix seconded the motion. Roll call was taken with Mr. Wisniewski, Mrs. Sanders, Mrs. Hammond, Mr. Barletta, Mr. Blair, Mr. Sauer, and Mr. Fix voting “Yea.” Motion passed, 7-0.

D. ORDINANCE 2010-94, “AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 416.06, 852.03, AND 853.06 AND ADDING A NEW SECTION, 852.101, OF THE PICKERINGTON CODIFIED ORDINANCES RELATING TO SOLICITORS WITHIN THE CITY,” First Reading, Safety Committee. Mrs. Hammond stated this ordinance will provide for approval authority by staff rather than requiring Council approval. Mrs. Hammond moved to adopt; Mr. Fix seconded the motion. Roll call was taken with Mr. Barletta, Mr. Fix, Mr. Blair, Mr. Wisniewski, Mrs. Hammond, Mrs. Sanders, and Mr. Sauer voting “Yea.” Motion passed, 7-0.

E. ORDINANCE 2010-95, “AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 220.04 OF THE CODIFIED ORDINANCES OF PICKERINGTON, THE ADMINISTRATIVE CODE, ENTITLED “COMMITTEES,” First Reading, Rules Committee. Mr. Fix stated this will be discussed at Rules Committee tomorrow evening. He further stated at that Committee meeting he will ask for a work session prior to the next Council meeting so all of Council can review this together prior to the next vote. Mr. Fix moved to adopt; Mr. Sauer seconded the motion. Roll call was taken with Mrs. Hammond, Mrs. Sanders, Mr. Fix, Mr. Wisniewski, Mr. Barletta, Mr. Sauer, and Mr. Blair voting “Yea.” Motion passed, 7-0.

*F. ORDINANCE 2010-96, “AN ORDINANCE TO ACCEPT A DONATION FROM THE COLUMBUS FLYERS TO BE USED FOR THE DISC GOLF COURSE,” First Reading, Safety Committee. Mr. Fix moved to adopt; Mrs. Hammond seconded the motion. Roll call was taken with Mrs. Sanders, Mr. Fix, Mr. Blair, Mrs. Hammond, Mr. Sauer, Mr. Barletta, and Mr. Wisniewski voting “Yea.” Motion passed, 7-0. (CONSENT AGENDA ITEM)

G. ORDINANCE 2010-97, “AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH WIGEN COMPANIES, INC., THE LOWEST RESPONSIBLE BIDDER FOR THE WATER TREATMENT PLANT-ROEM PROCUREMENT PROJECT,” First Reading, Service Committee. Mr. Wisniewski moved to waive the requirement in Charter Section 2.06 that the ordinance be read on three separate meeting days; Mr. Fix seconded the motion. Roll call was taken with Mrs. Sanders, Mrs. Hammond, Mr. Sauer, Mr. Barletta, Mr. Wisniewski, Mr. Fix, and Mr. Blair voting “Yea.” Suspension of Rules passed, 7-0. Mr. Wisniewski moved to adopt; Mr. Fix seconded the motion. Roll call was taken with Mr. Barletta, Mr. Fix, Mr. Blair, Mr. Wisniewski, Mrs. Hammond, Mrs. Sanders, and Mr. Sauer voting “Yea.” Motion passed, 7-0.

H. RESOLUTION 2010-20R, “A RSOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO APPLY FOR THE 2011 ASH REMOVAL AND CANOPY RESTORATION GRANT PROGRAM,” First Reading, Safety Committee. Mrs. Hammond moved to adopt; Mr. Fix seconded the motion. Roll call was taken with Mr. Barletta, Mrs. Hammond, Mr. Fix, Mr. Wisniewski, Mr. Blair, Mrs. Sanders, and Mr. Sauer voting “Yea.” Motion passed, 7-0.

I. ORDINANCE 2010-86, “AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 1272.06 OF THE PICKERINGTON CODIFIED ORDINANCES RELATING TO THE AUTHORITY TO APPOINT THE PLANNING AND ZONING DIRECTOR,” Second Reading, Finance Committee. Mrs. Sanders moved to waive the requirement in Charter Section 2.06 that the ordinance be read on three separate meeting days; Mr. Fix seconded the motion. Roll call was taken with Mr. Wisniewski, Mrs. Hammond, and Mr. Blair voting “Nay,” and Mr. Sauer, Mr. Fix, Mr. Barletta, and Mrs. Sanders voting “Yea.” Suspension of Rules failed, 3-4. Mr. Fix moved to adopt; Mr. Sauer seconded the motion. Roll call was taken with Mrs. Sanders, Mr. Barletta, Mr. Fix, Mr. Wisniewski, Mrs. Hammond, Mr. Blair, and Mr. Sauer voting “Yea.” Motion passed, 7-0.

J. ORDINANCE 2010-87, “AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE AMENDMENT OF THE EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT WITH CITY MANAGER WILLIAM VANCE,” Second Reading, Finance Committee. Mrs. Sanders moved to adopt; Mr. Fix seconded the motion. Roll call was taken with Mr. Wisniewski and Mrs. Hammond voting “Nay,” and Mr. Blair, Mr. Fix, Mrs. Sanders, Mr. Barletta, and Mr. Sauer voting “Yea.” Motion passed, 5-2.

K. ORDINANCE 2010-89, AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING A CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN (CIP) FOR 2011-2015,” Second Reading, Finance Committee. Mrs. Sanders moved to adopt; Mr. Fix seconded the motion. Roll call was taken with Mrs. Sanders, Mr. Barletta, Mr. Fix, Mr. Wisniewski, Mrs. Hammond, Mr. Blair, and Mr. Sauer voting “Yea.” Motion passed, 7-0.

9. LEGISLATIVE READINGS: NONE

10. DISCUSSION.

A. STRATEGIC PLAN UPDATE. Mayor O’Brien stated he had no report this evening.

11. REFERRAL TO COMMITTEE. Mayor O’Brien stated he had no committee referrals.

12. OTHER BUSINESS. No other business was brought forward.

13. MOTIONS:

A. MOTION TO APPROVE SOLICITATION PERMIT REQUEST BY LANCASTER-FAIRFIELD CHARITY NEWSIES. Mr. Fix stated he understood Chief Taylor’s position that any solicitation in the street is unsafe, however, he knew how important this kind of fundraiser is for an organization like the Newsies and he knew how many families will be fed this holiday season because they are able to solicit funds in Pickerington. Mr. Fix stated he appreciated their efforts and hoped that Council would fully support them this evening. Mr. Sauer clarified the request does not include the intersection of S.R. 256 and S.R 204, but does include the intersection of S.R. 256 and Refugee Road. Mr. Sauer stated as long as the S.R. 256/S.R. 204 intersection is not included he would support this request. Mr. Fix moved to approve the solicitation permit request by Lancaster-Fairfield County Charity Newsies deleting the S.R. 256 and S.R. 204 intersection; Mr. Blair seconded the motion. Roll call was taken with Mr. Barletta, Mrs. Hammond, Mr. Sauer, Mr. Blair, Mr. Fix, Mr. Wisniewski, and Mrs. Sanders voting “Yea.” Motion passed, 7-0.

14. ADJOURNMENT. There being nothing further, Mr. Fix moved to adjourn; Mr. Sauer seconded the motion. Mrs. Sanders, Mr. Fix, Mr. Blair, Mr. Sauer, Mrs. Hammond, Mr. Barletta, and Mr. Wisniewski voted “Aye.” Motion carried, 7-0. The meeting adjourned at 7:58 P.M., December 7, 2010.

RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED:

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Lynda D. Yartin, Municipal Clerk

ATTEST:

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Mitch O’Brien, Mayor