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CITY OF ROCKY RIVER

JULY 19, 2010

The Special Meeting of Council was called to order by Mr. Moran, President of Council, at 8:00 p.m.

Council Members Present: Mr. Hunt, Mr. Shepherd, Mr. Mylen, Mr. Furry,

Mrs. Arabian Whitman, Mr. Moran

Absent: Dr. Schieda

Administration: Mr. Linden, Mr. Thomas

Assistant Law Director: Mr. O'Shea

Press: Ms. Toth

The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance.

Council President Moran expressed Council's wishes for Dr. Schieda's speedy recovery. He

then explained that at this Special Meeting, only the resolution and ordinances on the agenda would be discussed.

AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION: NONE

ORDINANCE NO. 38-10 BY JOHN B. SHEPHERD

AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND SAFETY SERVICE DIRECTOR TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH CROSSROADS ASPHALT RECYCLING, INC. FOR THE 2010 CRACK & JOINT SEALING PROGRAM IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $69,840.00

3^RD READING

Moved by Mr. Shepherd, seconded by Mr. Furry, that Ordinance 38-10 be passed as read:

Discussion: Mr. Shepherd noted that this ordinance has been discussed at several previous meetings. Three bids were received, and this was the lowest and best for this advantageous program which helps prolong the life of the City's streets.

Vote: Hunt - aye Shepherd - aye Mylen - aye Furry - aye

Arabian Whitman - aye Moran - aye

6 ayes 0 nays PASSED

AMENDED ORDINANCE NO. 39-10 BY DAVID W. FURRY

AN EMERGENCY ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH AECOM TECHNICAL SERVICES, INC. FOR CONSULTING SANITARY ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE ROCKY RIVER WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $185,418

3^RD READING

Moved by Mr. Furry, seconded by Mr. Shepherd, that Amended Ordinance No. 39-10 be passed as read:

Discussion: Mr. Furry indicated that this ordinance will renew the contract with AECOM until the end of 2011. The retainer will not change; minor adjustments were made in the exhibit by amendment at the Legislative Meeting on July 12. The WWTP Committee has approved this contract for engineering work on coming projects.

Vote: Hunt - aye Shepherd - aye Mylen - aye Furry - aye

Arabian Whitman - aye Moran - aye

6 ayes 0 nays PASSED

ORDINANCE NO. 40-10 BY DAVID W. FURRY

AN EMERGENCY ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 1175 ENTITLED, "FLOODWAY DISTRICT REGULATIONS" OF THE CODIFIED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF ROCKY RIVER BY DELETING THE PROVISIONS OF THIS CHAPTER IN THEIR ENTIRETY AND REPLACING THIS CHAPTER WITH THE PROVISIONS AS FURTHER DESCRIBED IN THE ATTACHED EXHIBIT "A"

2^ND READING

Mr. Furry explained that the current section dealing with Floodway District Regulations will be deleted and a model ordinance substituted. Insurance flood maps from FEMA have updated the regulations, and must be adopted in order to enable residents in the flood plain be eligible for assistance in a flooding emergency, (primarily Yacht Club Basin, Spencer Creek areas and Hidden Valley with some areas around Spencer and Story). Although Mr. Furry expressed some concerns with home rule issues in the face of FEMA requirements, including ODNR approval, he acknowledged the necessity for adoption. This model ordinance must be passed by all cities in the county and if not passed, the City's eligibility for federal disaster aid will be limited.

•Mr. Hunt noted that review of the exhibit brought out the standard procedures included for variance procedures and addressing riparian issues which include the participation of Mr. Beirne, Building Commissioner.

Mr. Furry added that Mr. Beirne will also serve as Flood Plain Administrator (without additional compensation), and that he is aware of the procedures. This will be of greatest import to the Yacht Club Basin. Many other areas of the designated flood plain are not buildable lots.

•Mr. Shepherd raised the question of a conflict between FEMA procedures and those established by the City. Discussion established that some issues are addressed in the exhibit, but that compliance will probably be required.

ORDINANCE NO. 41-10 BY JOHN B. SHEPHERD

AN EMERGENCY ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND SAFETY SERVICE DIRECTOR TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH FABRIZI TRUCKING & PAVING COMPANY, INC. FOR THE VALLEY VIEW AREA STORM AND SANITARY SEWER IMPROVEMENTS AND PAVING PROJECT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $3,485,576.00

2^ND READING

Mr. Shepherd noted that the next Legislative Meeting will mark the third reading when he plans to move for passage. This project will remove and replace storm and sanitary sewers, water connections, pavements, curb and some aprons on Valley View, Edgewood Drive, a portion of High Parkway and East Shoreland and Winfield Ave. This bid was $712,000 lower than the next highest bid and during the last discussion, Mr. Shepherd said that it was established that the bid was appropriate and based upon a better method of a single trench for two lines, will be able to meet the bid specifications at a savings. Financing for the project is in the budget.

Responding to a question from Mr. Mylen, Mr. Linden stated that when the project is complete, there will be no infiltration going to the Lakewood WWTP as the system will be sealed. There will also be no need for restrictors and residents will see a great improvement.

RESOLUTION NO. 42-10 BY JAMES W. MORAN

AN EMERGENCY RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE ALTERNATIVE TAX BUDGET INFORMATION OF THE CITY OF ROCKY RIVER, OHIO FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING JANUARY 1, 2011

2^ND READING

Mr. Moran reported that the Finance Director is preparing for 2011 fiscal year with the alternative tax budget information. This is the second reading, and Mr. Moran will move for passage next week.

ORDINANCE NO. 43-10 BY JAMES W. MORAN

AN ORDINANCE DESIGNATING A PUBLIC DEPOSITORY FOR THE ACTIVE, AND INTERIM FUNDS OF THE CITY OF ROCKY RIVER FOR THE PERIOD AUGUST 1, 2010 AND ENDING OCTOBER 31, 2011 AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY

2^ND READING

Mr. Moran explained that this ordinance will add Dollar Bank to the list of approved depository institutions for City funds. The Finance Director feels it is in the best interests of the City to have this institution as an alternative.

As there was no further business by members of Council, the Special Meeting was adjourned at 8:21 p.m.

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James W. Moran Misao Kurokawa

President of Council Clerk of Council

Please note: This is a draft copy of the minutes of the Special Meeting of July 19, 2010. These minutes may be revised or amended at the next Legislative Meeting.

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CITY OF ROCKY RIVER

JULY 19, 2010

The Committee-of-the-Whole was called to order by Mr. Moran, President of Council, at 8:21 p.m. following the Special Meeting.

Council Members Present: Mr. Hunt, Mr. Shepherd, Mr. Mylen, Mrs. Arabian Whitman,

Mr. Furry, Mr. Moran

Absent: Dr. Schieda

Administration: Mr. Linden, Mr. Thomas

Assistant Law Director: Mr. O'Shea

Press: Ms. Toth

MAYOR'S REPORT:

In the absence of the Mayor, Safety-Service Director Linden announced that a pre-construction meeting for the Lake Road Project will be held on Thursday morning at 10:00 a.m. He hopes to have further information following the meeting on when that project will get under way.

Discussion: Mr. Furry asked that an e-mail be sent when more information is available.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS:

Ordinance No. 38-10 and Ordinance No. 39-10: These two ordinances were passed during the Special Meeting which preceded this meeting.

Ordinance No. 40-10: Mr. Furry noted that this ordinance which adopts a new Code section, "Floodway District Regulations" had been discussed at the previous meeting and that he will move for passage next week.

Ordinance No. 41-10: Mr. Shepherd also commented that he expects to move for passage next week for this ordinance which authorizes the Valley View Area Storm and Sanitary Sewer Improvements and Paving Project.

Resolution No. 42-10: Mr. Moran noted that, as discussed, the 2011 Alternative Tax Budget Information will be accepted upon the third reading of this resolution. He will move for passage next week.

Ordinance No. 43-10: This ordinance will add Dollar Bank to the list of authorized depositories for City funds. A second reading was completed this evening, and Mr. Moran said he will look for a third reading and passage next week.

MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: NONE

COMMITTEE REPORTS: NONE

NEW BUSINESS: NONE

COMMUNICATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Mr. Moran noted the passing of a former Rocky River resident, George Steinbrenner. Mr. Linden commented that Mr. Steinbrenner once lived on Morewood Parkway. Mr. Furry added that years ago, he and his family occupied the apartment where Mr. Steinbrenner reputedly had once lived on Westway.

As there was no further business by members of Council, the meeting was adjourned at 8:28 p.m.

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James W. Moran Misao Kurokawa

President of Council Clerk of Council

Please note: This is a draft copy of the minutes of the meeting of the Committee-of-the-Whole of July 19, 2010. These minutes may be revised or amended at the next Legislative Meeting.