OATH OF OFFICE - PIQUA FIRE DEPARTMENT
City of Piqua Fire Chief - Fire Chief Michael G. Rindler

Law Director Stacy Wall administered the Oath of Office of Fire Chief for the City of Piqua to Michael G. Rindler.

PROCLAMATION - Family Month in the City of Piqua - November 2009

Mayor Hudson read the proclamation and presented it to Mr. James Chrisman, Regional Leader, and Grant Armstrong from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Mr. Chrisman then presented Mayor Hudson with a Certificate of Appreciation from the Church.

Mr. Chrisman thanked the Commission for the Proclamation and stated they are declaring the month of November as Family Month, and added they are also designating November as "Family Dinner Night-A Night To Eat Dinner with Your Family".

REGULAR CITY COMMISSION MEETING

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Moved by Commissioner Vogt, seconded by Commissioner Martin, that the minutes of the Regular City Commission Meeting of October 19, 2009 be approved. Voice vote, Aye: Hudson, Fess, Terry, Martin, and Vogt. Nay: None.

ORD. NO. 18-09
(3rd Reading)

An Ordinance enacting Chapter 55 of the Piqua Municipal Code to establish a new Chapter entitled Stormwater Management, which provides for effective management and financing of a Stormwater Utility System

City Manager Enderle stated the Commissioners were given two handouts concerning the Stormwater Utility Rates for residential, business, commercial and/or industrial properties, and the ERU's for multi-family properties. Mr. Enderle stated this information is in reference to questions raised previously and gave a brief update.

Amy Havenar, City Engineer, gave a brief explanation on the impervious water fee structures that are proposed at this time.

There was discussion concerning the use of blacktop versus cement on parking areas, length of time to set the fees for, cost to treat the water, the use of education to help lower the fees in the future, the possible use of credits for conservation measures in the future, how to track conservation use, and the need for control of the run-off at all levels.

Commissioner Martin inquired as to when the proposed fee would go into effect?

City Manager Enderle stated he would like to include it in the 2010 budget and it would go into effect January 1, 2010.

Public Comment

Terry Wright, North Street, stated he had contacted several cities within a 50-mile radius of Piqua about their rates for Stormwater Utilities, and no one has a rate as high as the city is proposing at this time.

Brad Boehringer, Mound Street, stated he feels the city should educate citizens on conservation measures so the fees can be lowered in the future.

Commissioner Fess stated education on conservation practices is one of the several components that were recommended by the Stormwater Advisory Committee.

There was discussion concerning the use of conservation by all, ways to reduce the cost in the future and the possibility of revisiting the fees each year. There was discussion on how to track the use of rain barrels and other conservation methods, and how credits could be given without raising the cost to all customers.

Joe Francis, W. Parkway Drive, voiced his concern over the recycling charges and the bidding process.

James Cruse, N. Co. Rd. 25-A, voiced his concern over some of the new developments that have been built in the area that use our storm water systems and the effect they have on our systems.

Moved by Commissioner Vogt, seconded by Commissioner Terry, that Ordinance No. 18-09 be adopted. Roll call, Aye: Terry, Hudson, Fess, and Vogt. Nay: Martin. Motion carried on a 4-1 vote.
Mayor Hudson then declared Ordnance No. 18-09 adopted on a 4-1 vote.

RES. NO. R-99-09

A Resolution authorizing a purchase order to Valley Asphalt Corp. for the 2009 Street and Alley Maintenance program

Public Comment

No one came forward to speak for or against Resolution No. R-99-09.

Moved by Commissioner Fess, seconded by Commissioner Terry, that Resolution No. R-99-09 be adopted. Roll call, Aye: Martin, Terry, Hudson, Fess, and Vogt. Nay: None. Motion carried unanimously. Mayor Hudson then declared Resolution No. R-99-09 adopted.

RES. No. R-100-09

A Resolution requesting preliminary authorization for widening of County Road 25-A from Country Club Road to Looney Road within the City of Piqua

Public Comment

No one came forward to speak for or against Resolution No. R-100-09.

Moved by Commissioner Martin, seconded by Commissioner Vogt, that Resolution No. R-100-09 be adopted. Voice vote, Aye: Martin, Terry, Hudson, Fess, and Vogt. Nay. None. Motion carried unanimously. Mayor Hudson declared Resolution No. R-100-09 adopted.

RES. NO. R-101-09

A Resolution supporting the creation of the Western Ohio TV Consortium ("WOTVC") and authorizing the City Manager to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding

There was discussion on the funding of the Consortium, the need for this type of program, the issuance of memberships to companies and organizations, the use of the equipment for compiling programs, how each member would benefit from the resources that would be available to them, where the channel would air with the possibility of satellite customers being able to view it, and the possibility of receiving grants and a applying for a 501C3 status.

Public Comment

Joe Drapp, Park Avenue, Chairman of the APTA Board came forward and stated he feels this is a win-win situation for the public, and only good things would come from the creation of the Consortium. Mr. Drapp also stated he wanted to extend a special thank you to City Manager Enderle, Law Director Stacy Wall, and Dan Ramer for all their work in putting together this information.

Commissioner Terry stated she appreciated the presentation of the information at this time.

City Manager Enderle explained the reason for the Memorandum of Understanding at this time. Mr. Enderle stated the Upper Valley JVS Board of Education has officially approved a Memorandum of Understanding for the Western Ohio TV Consortium. This resolution is the City of Piqua's official approval of their participation in the Western Ohio TV Consortium.

Brad Boehringer, Mound Street, voiced his opinion on the how the Board Members for the Consortium would be chosen and by whom.

Moved by Commissioner Terry, seconded by Commissioner Vogt, that Resolution No. R-101-09 be adopted. Voice vote, Aye: Terry, Hudson, Martin, Vogt, and Fess. Nay: None. Motion carried unanimously. Mayor Hudson then declared Resolution No. R-101-09 adopted.

RES. No. 102-09

A Resolution awarding a contract to Gametime for the purchase of Playground Equipment for Das Park

Commissioner Fess stated she attended the ribbon cutting for the new playground equipment at Das Park and was pleased to see Mrs. Das in attendance. Commissioner Fess further stated the Northparks Neighborhood Association has done a wonderful job and she wanted to recognize all of them for their hard work and dedication.

City Manager Enderle stated the Northparks Neighborhood have also installed new roofs on the two shelter houses at Kiwanis Park recently.

Commissioner Fess stated all of the Neighborhood Associations are doing wonderful things all over town and thanked them for their efforts.

Public Comment

No one came forward to speak for or against Resolution No. R-102-09.

Moved by Commissioner Terry, seconded by Commissioner Martin, that Resolution No. R-102-09 be adopted. Roll call, Aye: Terry, Hudson, Fess, Vogt, and Martin. Nay: None. Motion carried unanimously. Mayor Hudson then declared Resolution No. R-102-09 adopted.

OTHER

Monthly Reports - September 2009

Monthly Reports were accepted.

Public Comment

Bill Shinall, New Haven Road, asked several questions regarding the proposed skate park.

Dick Hemm, Downing Street, thanked the city for looking at and revising the turning lanes at North and Main Street.

Joe Wilson, W. Greene Street, a member of the Charter Review Committee came forward to remind citizens of the eleven Charter Amendments on the ballot on Tuesday, November 3. Mr. Wilson stated these are very important amendments and they all need to pass to be effective.

Commissioner Fess stated the Charter Amendment Committee is another one of the citizens groups who took the time to go over the Piqua Charter line by line and make the recommendations that are on the ballot.

Law Director Stacy Wall explained the interruption of several areas in the Charter and helped to clear up the language and the explained the need for the amendments. Mrs. Wall further stated that all of the amendments must pass to be effective.

Alan Miller, Park Avenue, Vice President of the Northparks Neighborhood Association, read a list of the sponsors who supported them in the assembling of the new playground equipment at Das Park, and thanked them for their contributions. Mr. Miller also thanked Skinner Painting for their donation to the Renew Piqua Program. Mr. Miller stated the next Northparks Neighborhood Meeting would be held on November 11, 2009 at 7:00 P.M.

Chuck Starrett, Demming Road, came forward and said he sat in on the Charter Review Committee meetings and is in total agreement on all of the charter amendments as stated. Mr. Starrett stated Law Director Stacy Wall did a great job on explaining everything to the committee.

Wilma Vorhees, Adams Street, voiced her concern about the removal of the traffic signal at High and Wayne Street.

Commissioner Vogt congratulated Mike Rindler on his appointment as Piqua Fire Chief, stating he knows he will do a good job for the citizens of Piqua. Mr. Vogt also thanked Rick Maggert for acting as Interim Fire Chief and for doing a great job.

Commissioner Vogt stated he attended the ribbon cutting at Das Park, and thanked Mrs. Das for her donation, as this Park is a wonderful memorial to their daughter.

Commissioner Martin reminded citizens to go out and exercise their right to vote on Tuesday, November 3, 2009.

Commissioner Martin stated he wanted to commend all of the Neighborhood Associations for developing a cooperative arrangement between all of them to be able to accomplish so much in the neighborhoods.

Commissioner Fess stated she is amazed at the number of citizens working on the various city committees, citing it certainly makes the City Commissioners jobs easier having the helpful input provided by the committee members. Commissioner Fess reminded citizens to vote, and remember to vote for the school levies that are on the ballot. We need strong schools to support economic growth in Piqua, said Commissioner Fess.

Commissioner Terry congratulated Fire Chief Rindler on his new position and wished him well.

Commissioner Terry reminded citizen to vote and stated they can vote for any of the candidates, they do not just vote on the Commissioner for their ward.

Commissioner Terry stated she attended the ribbon cutting at Das Park, and is very proud of the Northparks Neighborhood Association.

Commissioner Terry mentioned the tree plantings along 25-A and thanked all who participated and volunteered their time, and further stated there are a lot of various ways and things to volunteer for in the City of Piqua. The H1N1 vaccine will be available at the Miami Valley Centre Mall in the old Steve and Barry store on Tuesday, November 3, 2009 from 1:00 - 7:00 P.M., said Commissioner Terry.

City Manager Enderle stated there is a seat open on the Downtown District Design Review Board; anyone interested can contact the City Manager's office for further information.

City Manager Enderle stated he wanted to publicly thank Rick Maggert for acting as Interim Fire Chief during the process of appointing a new Fire Chief. Mr. Enderle stated Mr. Maggert did an outstanding job and was very helpful and cooperative and he appreciates him taking on the responsibility.

Mayor Hudson reminded citizens to get out and vote on Tuesday, November 3, 2009.

Mayor Hudson asked Bill Murphy, Economic Development Director/Assistant City Manager to explain the new retracting banners located in the Commission Chamber. Mr. Murphy explained the use of the banners and how they will be used to represent the City of Piqua in various ways.

Mayor Hudson stated Das Park is a wonderful park, and shows what volunteers can achieve.

Mayor Hudson commended all of the volunteers who donate their time and ideas to the community.

Mayor Hudson stated with JVS, Edison State, and Piqua City Schools all working together as this is a very valuable asset to the City of Piqua.

Commissioner Vogt inquired as to when leaf collection would begin in the City of Piqua?

City Manager Enderle stated they started picking up leaves on Monday, November 2, in the north and south areas and would continue working around the city. Citizens can check on the City Website for daily updates on the areas they will be working in and when they will be in their neighborhood, said Mr. Enderle.

EXECUTIVE SESSION

To consider the purchase or sale of property for public purposes.

Moved by Commissioner Vogt, seconded by Commissioner Martin, to adjourn into Executive Session to consider the purchase or sale of property for public purposes at 9:10 P.M. Roll call, Aye: Fess, Vogt, Martin, Terry and Hudson. Nay: None. Motion carried unanimously.

Moved by Commissioner Fess, seconded by Commissioner Martin, to adjourn from the Executive Session at 9:45 P.M. Voice vote, Aye: Martin, Hudson, Fess, Terry, and Vogt. Nay: None. Motion carried unanimously.

Moved by Commissioner Fess, seconded by Commissioner Martin, to adjourn from the Piqua City Commission Meeting at 9:45 P.M. Voice vote, Aye: Vogt, Martin, Terry, Hudson, and Fess. Nay: None. Motion carried unanimously.

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THOMAS D. HUDSON, MAYOR
PASSED: _______________________

ATTEST: _______________________
REBECCA J. COOL
CLERK OF COMMISSION