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Village of Chagrin Falls Council Meeting

The meeting of the Council of the Village of Chagrin Falls was called to order at 8:00 p.m. by Mr. Patton.

Member present: Evans, Jacobs, Lutz, Milko, Patton
Members absent: Subel, Williams
Officials present: Mayor Brick, Bloom, Himes, Alunni, Brosius, Byron, Lannon

Moved by Mrs. Lutz, seconded by Mrs. Evans that the absence of Mr. Subel and Mr. Williams be excused. Carried. Ayes: Evans, Jacobs, Lutz, Milko, Patton. Nays: None.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Moved by Mr. Jacobs, seconded by Mrs. Evans that the minutes of the meeting held February 28, 2011 be approved. Carried. Ayes: Evans, Jacobs, Lutz, Milko, Patton. Nays: None.

REPORT OF THE MAYOR

Mayor Brick said you should each have a census data sheet at your place that shows that the population of the Village of Chagrin Falls in the 2010 census was 4,113. He said that is up around 2% from 2000 and what is positive is that in the interim census estimates they were showing the Village down as much as 10% in population. There are a few demographics on that sheet. That’s all I have at the moment. I understand that there are considerably more demographics that will be available but we are told they won’t be available until June. When we get those, I will make sure everybody gets that information as well.

Mayor Brick said I was informed that our Charter calls for the creation of a five member Charter Review Commission to recommend any Charter amendments to Council so this evening I am asking for volunteers who would be willing to participate and work on this commission. So, if you have any recommendations and if we can get any volunteers we will get the Charter Review Commission up and operating.

Mayor Brick said the police department is starting to change the hourly parking fees this week and all of the meters should be changed before the end of the month. That is what we agreed on at the last meeting.

Mayor Brick said I just got a letter and I am pleased to announce that once again Chagrin Falls is a Tree City USA recipient and there is an award event in May.

Mayor Brick said I have an advanced announcement that we have scheduled a Spring shredding day on Saturday, May 7, 2011 from 9:00 a.m. to noon in the school parking lot on Philomethian Street where it has always been held.

Mayor Brick said I hope to see you all at this year’s Wine by the Falls on Saturday, April 9, 2011.
REPORT OF THE FINANCE DIRECTOR

No report.

MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC TO SPEAK TO AGENDA ITEMS (NOT TO EXCEED TWO (2) MINUTES PER PERSON)

None.

REPORT OF THE LAW DIRECTOR

POSITION CLASSIFICATION AND SALARY SCHEDULE AMENDED
Mr. Byron placed on the floor Ordinance No. 2011-12 entitled:

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE POSITION CLASSIFICATION AND SALARY SCHEDULE FOR VARIOUS POSITIONS WITHIN THE VILLAGE OF CHAGRIN FALLS, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.

Mr. Patton said this will remain on readings.

NEW SECTION 903.01, SIDEWALKS REQUIRED, ENACTED
Mr. Byron placed on the floor Ordinance No. 2011-13 entitled:

AN ORDINANCE ENACTING NEW SECTION 903.01, SIDEWALKS REQUIRED, OF THE CODIFIED ORDINANCES OF THE VILLAGE OF CHAGRIN FALLS TO REQUIRE THE CONSTRUCTION OF SIDEWALKS ON IMPROVED LOTS, RENUMBERING CERTAIN EXISTING SECTIONS, AMENDING SUBSECTION (p), SIDEWALKS, OF SECTION 1161.06, REQUIRED CONSTRUCTION IMPROVEMENTS, AND REPEALING CERTAIN ORDINANCES.

Mr. Byron announced a public hearing for April 11, 2011. Mrs. Evans said this will remain on readings.

APPROPRIATIONS MADE FOR THE CURRENT EXPENSES AND OTHER EXPENDITURES
Mr. Patton introduced Ordinance No. 2011-18 entitled:

AN ORDINANCE MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE CURRENT EXPENSES AND OTHER EXPENDITURES OF THE VILLAGE OF CHAGRIN FALLS DURING AND FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2011.

Mr. Patton put this ordinance on readings.

AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH 15 BELL STREET
Mr. Patton introduced Ordinance No. 2011-19 entitled:

AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH 15 BELL STREET LLC FOR THE LEASE OF CERTAIN VILLAGE OWNED REAL PROPERTY LOCATED ON BELL STREET, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.

Mr. Patton put this ordinance on readings.

AUTHORIZATION TO MODIFY THE AGREEMENT WITH FIRST ENERGY
Mr. Patton introduced Ordinance No. 2011-20 entitled:

AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO MODIFY THE VILLAGE’S AGREEMENT WITH FIRST ENERGY SOLUTIONS CORP. FOR THE PROVISION OF ELECTRICITY AT A FIXED PRICE.

Mr. Patton put this ordinance on readings.

STREETS AND SIDEWALKS COMMITTEE

Mrs. Evans announced a meeting for Tuesday, March 22, 2011 at 7:00 p.m.

FACILITIES AND SERVICES COMMITTEE

No report.

PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION

Mr. Jacobs announced a meeting for Monday, March 21, 2011 at 8:00 p.m.

SAFETY COMMITTEE

No report.

UTILITIES COMMITTEE

No report.

BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS

No report.

ADMINISTRATION AND COMPENSATION COMMITTEE

Mr. Milko reported that the committee has been discussing and reviewing the health care plan for the employees. He said they have a very good plan proposed for the future that Council will be reviewing. Allan Schinagle said the Medical Mutual renewal came in at a 9.8% increase, which is approximately a $4,000 increase over pre-renewal rates. All the other carriers came in about 40% to 45% higher. He said he felt that this is a pretty reasonable renewal for at least this year since it is 10% less than what the budget had allowed for. Mr. Milko said if they can keep these costs under 10% per year it is a winning plan. Mayor Brick said they should plan for next year to have a formal wellness education program put on by Allan and a representative from Medical Mutual. We also will conduct formal training for our employees in the health savings account option. He said we are going to continue to look for larger groups that might enable us to have lower and more stable rates in the future. There is a lot of talk throughout the state, throughout the county, and at Mayor’s meetings so far nothing has arisen that has actually been beneficial but my guess is there is going to be a lot of pressure for groups to aggregate and reduce medical costs.

FINANCE COMMITTEE

Mr. Patton acknowledged that Council did receive the monthly expenditure reports as well as the monthly statement of cash receipts and disbursements for February, 2011.

PARKS COMMISSION

Mrs. Lutz announced a meeting for Tuesday, March 15, 2011 at 8:30 a.m.

SHADE TREE COMMISSION

No report.

ARTS COMMISSION

No report.

PARKING COMMISSION

Mr. Milko announced a meeting for Friday, April 8, 2011 at 3:30 p.m.

REPORT OF THE CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER

No report.

REPORT OF THE ENGINEER

No report.

REPORT OF THE POLICE CHIEF

No report.

REPORT OF THE FIRE CHIEF

No report.

MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC TO SPEAK TO ANY MATTER (NOT TO EXCEED FIVE (5) MINUTES)

None.

MISCELLANEOUS

None.

ADJOURNMENT

Mr. Patton adjourned the meeting at 8:14 p.m.

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President of Council

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Clerk of Council

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