Maumee City Council 
March 1, 2004 Minutes, March 15, 2004 Minutes
and March 24, 2004 (Special Meeting) Minutes

7:30 P.M. Monday, March 1, 2004  

The Council of the City of Maumee, Ohio, met on the above date and time with the following members present:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7).  Mayor Wagener absent.  Mr. Shook presiding. 

Mrs. BARLOS moved to suspend reading the minutes of the February 15, 2004, meeting and to approve the Minutes Journal.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

Mr. Shook presented a proclamation to the Maumee High School football team. 

The annual report of the Service Department was presented.  Mrs. BARLOS moved the report be placed on file.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

The annual report of the Building and Zoning Inspection Division was presented.  Mr. ZIMMERMAN moved the revised report be placed on file.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

The annual report of the Police Division was presented.  Mr. BRAINARD moved the report be placed on file.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

The Police Chief’s report of Forfeiture Funds was presented.  Mr. BUEHRER moved the report be placed on file.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

A letter from the Police Chief requesting authorization to apply for a grant for Cops-N-Shops program in 2004 was read.  He stated the grant application for 2004 is $1,238 and, in 2003, $774 was granted.  Mr. ZIMMERMAN moved the necessary legislation be prepared to authorize application for a grant for Cops-N-Shops program in 2004, as requested.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

A letter from the Director of Public Service requesting authorization of a contract for additional engineering services for LED traffic signal upgrades.  He stated Proudfoot Associates has determined that the existing mast arms at the intersections of Holland/Conant/Chesterfield and Reynolds/Dussel will not be able to support rigid mount signals.  He said Proudfoot Associates has submitted a proposal in the amount of $7,544 to engineer the required poles and mast arms.  Mr. COYLE moved the necessary legislation be prepared to authorize a supplemental contract for engineering services for rigid mount LED traffic signal upgrades with Proudfoot Associates in the amount of $7,544.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

A letter from the Police Chief requesting authorization of contracts for additional services for relocation of Police Division operations was read.  He requested approval of a contract with Torrence Sound Equipment in the amount of $2,790 to install CCTV equipment and a contract with Sanitary Cleaners in the amount of $1,000 to clean and hang drapes at 1283 Conant Street for the relocation of the Police Division.  Mrs. BARLOS moved the necessary legislation be prepared to authorize a contract with Torrence Sound Equipment in the amount of $2,790 and a contract with Sanitary Cleaners in the amount of $1,000, as requested.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

A letter from the Chiefs of Police and Fire requesting authorization of a contract with Poggemeyer Design Group for architectural and engineering services for the Safety Training center was read.  They stated Poggemeyer Design Group has proposed a contract in the amount of $346,137 (plus $16,580 for reimbursable expenses) for the design of a police and fire training facility of seven structures and site improvements on the 28 acre site located east of Mingo Drive and south of the Maumee Ford Plant.  Mr. Coyle stated it is his belief that the training center should be designed so it could be completed in phases and the architectural services contract should reflect that to avoid unnecessary or duplicated expense.  Mr. CARR moved the necessary legislation be prepared to authorize a contract with Poggemeyer Design Group in the amount of $346,137, as requested.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Carr, Shook and Zimmerman (5) voting yea; Buehrer and Coyle (2) voting nay.  The Chair declared the motion carried by a 5-2 vote. 

A letter from the Administrator-Safety Director requesting a contract with Colonial Fireworks Company for the 2004 Independence Day fireworks was read.  He stated the total cost for a July 3rd display will be $24,830 and Maumee’s share will be $13,830 and Perrysburg’s share will be $11,000.  Mrs. BARLOS moved the necessary legislation be prepared to authorize a contract with Colonial Fireworks Company in the amount of $24,830, as requested.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

A letter from the Administrator-Safety Director requesting a contract with Savage Consulting for the preparation of a strategic plan was read.  He stated Savage Consulting has proposed a contract in an amount not to exceed $28,000 plus out of pocket expenses.  Mr. BRAINARD moved Mr. Coyle be allowed to abstain from voting due to a conflict of interest.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried.  Mr. BRAINARD moved the necessary legislation be prepared to authorize a contract with Savage Consulting in the not to exceed amount of $28,000 plus out of pocket expenses, as requested.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Shook and Zimmerman (6) voting yea; nays none; Coyle (1) abstaining.  The Chair declared the motion carried by a 6-0 vote. 

A letter from the Mayor appointing William Greisiger, West Harrison Avenue, to the Administrative Board to an unexpired five year term ending December 31, 2006, was read.  Mr. BUEHRER moved the appointment be confirmed.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

A letter from the Finance Director requesting renewal of contracts for property and liability insurance for City operations was read.  He stated Hylant Administrative Services has proposed renewal of the property and liability insurance program for one year (March 10, 2004, to March 10, 2005) in the amount of $247,234.  Mr. ZIMMERMAN moved the necessary legislation be prepared to authorize renewal of contracts for property and liability with Hylant Administrative Services and GenStar in the amount of $247,234, as requested.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

A letter from the Commissioner of Community Development requesting approval for additional features added to the City’s website was read.  He stated that, in order to add the software language conversion from Microsoft to Linux and to add an internal database search engine, Communica has proposed a contract amendment in the amount of $2,091.48.  Mr. CARR moved the necessary legislation be prepared to authorize amendment of the contract with Communica in the amount of $2,091.48, as requested.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

Mr. Shook reported the Committee of the Whole met just before tonight’s meeting and that Brenda Clixby, Maumee Chamber of Commerce, spoke regarding a proposed Maumee River Corridor visitor center, and that items on the agenda were discussed.  Mr. SHOOK moved the report be approved in its entirety.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

Legislation was considered at this time. 

RESOLUTION NO.    67 – 2004  AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND MUNICIPAL CLERK TO FILE AN APPLICATION WITH THE COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP OF TOLEDO TO PARTICIPATE IN THE COPS-N-SHOPS GRANT PROGRAM, AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. 

The Clerk read the Resolution by title only.   Mr. COYLE moved the resolution be passed as an emergency measure.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  Mr. COYLE moved the resolution be placed on its final passage and passed.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  So the Resolution was passed. 

ORDINANCE NO.    68 – 2004  AUTHORIZING AGREEMENT WITH PROUDFOOT ASSOCIATES, ENGINEERS, RELATIVE TO ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR SIGNAL UPGRADES IN THE CITY OF MAUMEE, OHIO, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. 

The Clerk read the Ordinance by title only.  Mr. BRAINARD moved the ordinance be passed as an emergency measure.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  Mr. BRAINARD moved the ordinance be placed on its final passage and passed.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  So the Ordinance was passed. 

ORDINANCE NO.    69 – 2004  AUTHORIZING CONTRACT WITH TORRENCE SOUND EQUIPMENT RELATIVE TO POLICE RELOCATION SERVICES IN THE CITY OF MAUMEE, OHIO, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. 

The Clerk read the Ordinance by title only.  Mrs. BARLOS moved the ordinance be passed as an emergency measure.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  Mrs. BARLOS moved the ordinance be placed on its final passage and passed.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  So the Ordinance was passed. 

ORDINANCE NO.    70 – 2004  AUTHORIZING CONTRACT WITH SANITARY CLEANERS RELATIVE TO POLICE RELOCATION SERVICES IN THE CITY OF MAUMEE, OHIO, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. 

The Clerk read the Ordinance by title only.  Mr. BUEHRER moved the ordinance be passed as an emergency measure.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  Mr. BUEHRER moved the ordinance be placed on its final passage and passed.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  So the Ordinance was passed. 

ORDINANCE NO.    71 – 2004  AUTHORIZING CONTRACT WITH POGGEMEYER DESIGN GROUP, INC., RELATIVE TO ARCHITECTURAL AND ENGINEERING SERVICES IN THE CITY OF MAUMEE, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. 

The Clerk read the Ordinance by title only.  Mr. ZIMMERMAN moved the ordinance be passed as an emergency measure.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  Mr. ZIMMERMAN moved the ordinance be placed on its final passage and passed.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  So the Ordinance was passed. 

ORDINANCE NO.    72 – 2004  AUTHORIZING CONTRACT RELATIVE TO FIREWORKS DISPLAY. 

The Clerk read the Ordinance by title only.  Mr. CARR moved the ordinance be passed as an emergency measure.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  Mr. CARR moved the ordinance be placed on its final passage and passed.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  So the Ordinance was passed. 

ORDINANCE NO.    73 – 2004  AUTHORIZING CONTRACT WITH SAVAGE CONSULTING, RELATIVE TO CONSULTING SERVICES FOR STRATEGIC PLAN FOR THE CITY OF MAUMEE, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. 

The Clerk read the Ordinance by title only.  Mr. BRAINARD moved the ordinance be passed as an emergency measure.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Shook and Zimmerman (6) voting yea; nays none; Coyle (1) abstaining.  Mr. BRAINARD moved the ordinance be placed on its final passage and passed.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Shook and Zimmerman (6) voting yea; nays none; Coyle (1) abstaining.  So the Ordinance was passed. 

ORDINANCE NO.    74 – 2004  AUTHORIZING CONTRACTS RELATIVE TO PROPERTY, LIABILITY, AND EXCESS INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR THE CITY OF MAUMEE AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. 

The Clerk read the Ordinance by title only.  Mr. COYLE moved the ordinance be passed as an emergency measure.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  Mr. COYLE moved the ordinance be placed on its final passage and passed.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  So the Ordinance was passed. 

ORDINANCE NO.   75 – 2004  AUTHORIZING CHANGE ORDER TO CONTRACT WITH COMMUNICA, INC., RELATIVE TO RENOVATION OF INTERNET WEB SITE FOR THE CITY OF MAUMEE, OHIO, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. 

The Clerk read the Ordinance by title only.  Mrs. BARLOS moved the ordinance be passed as an emergency measure.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  Mrs. BARLOS moved the ordinance be placed on its final passage and passed.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  So the Ordinance was passed. 

ORDINANCE NO.    76 – 2004  APPROPRIATING AND TRANSFERRING FUNDS FOR VARIOUS PURPOSES. 

The Clerk read the Ordinance by title only.  Mr. BUEHRER moved the ordinance be passed as an emergency measure.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  Mr. BUEHRER moved the ordinance be placed on its final passage and passed.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  So the Ordinance was passed. 

Mrs. BARLOS moved an executive session be added to the agenda to discuss the purchase and sale of real estate.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

Mr. CARR moved to adjourn to executive session to discuss the purchase and sale of real estate.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

When Council returned to regular session, Mr. ZIMMERMAN moved to authorize the sale of certain real property on Kingsbury Street to Ankenbrandt’s, Inc.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

ORDINANCE NO.    77 – 2004  AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT WITH ANKENBRANDT’S, INC., RELATIVE TO SALE OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF MAUMEE, OHIO, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. 

The Clerk read the Ordinance by title only.  Mr. ZIMMERMAN moved the ordinance be passed as an emergency measure.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  Mr. ZIMMERMAN moved the ordinance be placed on its final passage and passed.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  So the Ordinance was passed. 

Mr. CARR moved to adjourn until 7:30 p.m., Monday, March 15, 2004, carried v.v.

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7:30 PM, Monday, March 15, 2004 

The Council of the City of Maumee, Ohio, met on the above date and time with the following members present:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7).  Mayor Wagener presiding. 

Mr. SHOOK moved to suspend reading the minutes of the March 1, 2004, meeting and to approve the Minutes Journal.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

The Mayor and Mr. Shook presented proclamations to Jeremy Carpenter and Ben Plowman, Maumee High School wrestlers. 

Mr. SHOOK moved the necessary legislation be prepared to declare March 16, 2004, as “Jeremy Carpenter Day” in the City of Maumee in honor of his winning the State Championship.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

A letter from the Lucas County Commissioners requesting a partnership with the City in producing Children’s Wonderland for 2004 was read.  Mr. COYLE moved Mrs. Barlos be allowed to abstain from voting on this issue due to a conflict of interest.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried.  Mr. COYLE moved the request be referred to the Parks & Recreation Committee.  Roll call:  Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (6) voting yea; nays none; Barlos (1) abstaining.  The Chair declared the motion carried by a 6-0 vote. 

A letter from the Commissioner of Public Service requesting authorization of a contract for bid phase services for the Wayne Street reconstruction project was read.  He stated Arcadis FPS has proposed a contract in the amount of $4,500 for the bidding phase of the Wayne Street Reconstruction Project.  Mrs. BARLOS moved the necessary legislation be prepared to authorize a contract with Arcadis FPS in the amount of $4,500, as requested.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

A letter from the Finance Director requesting authorization of a contract to audit the Bureau of Motor Vehicles registration records was read.  He stated in 2003, Gaye Gindy’s audit generated $45,844.43 from 703 errors in registrations of vehicles at a cost of $1,933.25 for the audit.  Mr. ZIMMERMAN moved the necessary legislation be prepared to authorize a contract with Gaye Gindy to audit BMV records, as requested.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

A letter from the Service Director requesting authorization of a contract for engineering services to prepare an Emergency Operating Plan for the water distribution system was read.  He stated as part of the Security and Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Act of 2002, the City has been mandated to prepare a Vulnerability Assessment and Emergency Operating Plan for the water distribution system.  The Service Department is preparing in-house the Vulnerability Assessment; a proposal was solicited and received from Arcadis FPS in the amount of $16,900 to prepare the Emergency Operating Plan.  Mr. COYLE moved the necessary legislation be prepared to authorize a contract with Arcadis FPS in the amount of $16,900, as requested.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

A letter from the Service Director requesting approval of a contract for ditch cleaning services for Whidden Ditch was read.  He stated Doug Burkhart Excavating, Inc., has proposed a contract in the amount of $5,000 to assist the Sewer Division crews in the cleaning of the section of Whidden Ditch just east of Jerome Road.  Mr. SHOOK moved the necessary legislation be prepared to authorize a contract with Doug Burkhart Excavating, Inc., in the amount of $5,000, as requested.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

A letter from the Mayor appointing Cynthia B. Smith, Hollister Street; and Donna A. Woodson, M.D., River Road; as the City’s representatives on the St. Lukes Hospital Board of Trustees for three year terms expiring on March 1, 2007, was read.  Mr. CARR moved Mr. Buehrer be allowed to abstain from voting on the Smith appointment due to a conflict of interest.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried.  Mr. CARR moved the appointment of Cynthia B. Smith be confirmed.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (6) voting yea; nays none; Buehrer (1) abstaining.  The Chair declared the motion carried by a 6-0 vote.  Mr. CARR moved the appointment of Donna A. Woodson, M.D., be confirmed.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

A letter from the Mayor appointing James Dusseau, Craig Road, to the position of Paramedic in the Division of Fire was read.  Mrs. BARLOS moved the appointment be confirmed.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

A letter from the Mayor appointing Drew Parry, Hunt Street, to the position of temporary laborer for Rolf Park was read.  Mr. BRAINARD moved the appointment be confirmed.   Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

A letter from the Mayor appointment Karen Reichardt, W. Wayne Street, to the Uptown Design Review Board to an unexpired three term ending August 31, 2006, was read.  Mr. SHOOK moved the appointment be confirmed.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

A tabulation of bids received by the Commissioner of Public Service for storm sewer improvements (Phase 3-Area 1) was presented.  He stated five bids were received and he recommends the lowest bid from PHC, Inc., in the amount of $621,948.  Mr. BUEHRER moved the bid of PHC, Inc., be declared the lowest and best and the necessary legislation be prepared to authorize a contract in the amount of $621,948, as recommended.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

A letter from the Finance Director requesting legislation to assess the owners’ share of the cost of the 2003 sidewalk repair program was read.  He stated sidewalk repairs and replacements have been completed and the property owners’ share is $22,616.21 on 151 parcels.  He said property owners will have until April 28, 2004, to make full or partial payment and any unpaid assessment will be certified to the Lucas County Auditor for collection with real estate taxes over two property tax bills, beginning in 2005, with interest (2%) and treasurer’s fees added.  Mr. SHOOK moved the necessary legislation be prepared to authorize sidewalk assessments in the amount of $22,616.21, as requested.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

A letter from the Commissioner of Community Development requesting authorization of contracts and appropriations for the theater grand opening celebration activities was read.  He stated the grand opening events will be from Friday, May 7, through Sunday, May 9, 2004.  He recommends an appropriation in the amount of $20,000 for the events to include a ribbon cutting ceremony, a black tie fundraiser and a community open house with family entertainment.  He stated a request for a contract with Friar Tuck Productions of Naples, Florida, in the amount of $3,000 and a contract with Philip R. Crites, Toledo, representing “The Storms” musical group in the amount of $625.  He stated sponsors are being sought to defray the costs involved.  Mrs. BARLOS moved the necessary legislation be prepared to authorize appropriation of $20,000, as requested.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried.  Mrs. BARLOS moved the necessary legislation be prepared to authorize a contract with Friar Tuck Productions, Inc., in the amount of $3,000, as requested.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried.  Mrs. BARLOS moved the necessary legislation be prepared to authorize a contract with Philip R. Crites in the amount of $625, as requested.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

A letter from the Prosecutor requesting authorization of a contract with WestLaw (The West Group) for a subscription to its on-line legal research service was read.  He stated the cost with a three year contract is $2,340 per year.  Mr. COYLE moved the necessary legislation be prepared to authorize a three year contract with Westlaw in the amount of $2,340 per year. Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

A letter from the Commissioner of Community Development requesting authorization of a contract for surveying services was read.  He stated the current lease on the East Mews parking lot will expire on December 5, 2004.  He believes a survey of the parcels would be beneficial and G. Barton Survey Company has proposed a contract in the amount of $2,300 to perform the survey.  Mr. SHOOK moved Mr. Buehrer and Mr. Carr be allowed to abstain from voting due to a conflict of interest.   Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried.  Mr. SHOOK moved the necessary legislation be prepared to authorize a contract with G. Barton Survey in the amount of $2,300, as requested.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (5) voting yea; nays none; Buehrer and Carr (2) abstaining.  The Chair declared the motion carried by a 5-0 vote. 

A letter from the Service Director and the Building and Zoning Inspector regarding the request of Stephanie Mattoni to allow encroachment with a fence at 402 East Dudley Street was read.  They stated they recommend a five-foot encroachment in the East Dudley Street right-of-way and a nine-foot encroachment into White Street right-of-way at a height limit of 42 inches and tapering to 30 inches in the seven-foot sections of fencing at the corner of White and East Dudley Streets making the height at the corner thirty inches.  Mr. ZIMMERMAN moved to approve a five-foot encroachment in the East Dudley Street right-of-way and a nine-foot encroachment into White Street right-of-way with the stated height limits provided that the property owner sign the necessary acknowledgement of encroachment.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

A letter from the Commissioner of Public Service requesting authorization of a contract for architectural services for Rolf Park and Ford Field press box projects was read.  He stated one proposal was received from The Ballmer Company in the amount of $3,000 for the programming, preliminary design and cost estimating services for the Rolf Park Press Box and Ford Field Press Box projects.  Mr. BRAINARD moved the necessary legislation be prepared to authorize a contract with The Ballmer Company in the amount of $3,000 for architectural services for Rolf Park and Ford Field press box projects.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

A letter from the Service Director requesting authorization of a contract for Rolf Park Pool change order number three for minor plumbing changes and an appropriation for a water meter was read.  He stated Mosser Construction, Inc., has proposed a contract amendment in the amount of $1,939 for two mixing valves to control the temperature of the water in the showers at the Rolf Park Pool.  He further requested an additional appropriation of $1,020 to purchase a water meter to install on the water line to the pool complex.  Mr. BUEHRER moved the necessary legislation be prepared to authorize a contract amendment with Mosser Construction, Inc., in the amount of $1,939 and additional appropriation of $1,020 for the purchase of a water meter for the pool complex, as requested.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

A letter from the Commissioners of Public Service and Community Development requesting authorization to advertise bids for construction of an addition to the Senior Center was read.  They stated the engineer’s estimate is approximately $960,000.  Mr. BRAINARD moved to authorize the administration to advertise for bids for the Senior Center Addition Project.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

A letter from the Fire Chief requesting authorization of a Clinical Affiliation Agreement with the University of Toledo for EMS operations was read.  He stated the agreement is for one year.  Mr. ZIMMERMAN moved the necessary legislation be prepared to authorize a Clinical Affiliation Agreement with the University of Toledo for EMS operations for one year, as requested.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

A letter from the Commissioner of Community Development requesting authorization of a contract for a traffic study for Conant Street at Anthony Wayne Trail and William Street was read.  He stated Proudfoot Associates has proposed a contract in the amount of $3,300 for a pedestrian safety study.  Mr. CARR moved the necessary legislation be prepared to authorize a contract with Proudfoot Associates in the amount of $3,300 for a pedestrian safety study.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

A letter from the Administrator and the Commissioner of Community Development regarding a Business and Marketing Plan for the Indoor Theater was read.  Mr. SHOOK moved to refer the matter to the Committee of the Whole and set a meeting for this for Wednesday, March 24, 2004, at 6 p.m.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

A letter from the Police Chief requesting approval of capital expenditure to purchase eight police cruisers through the State Cooperative Purchasing Program was read.  He stated Statewide Ford-Lincoln-Mercury of Van Wert, Ohio, the holders of the State Contract, have quoted a cost of $217,599.92 without trade-in.

Mr. ZIMMERMAN moved the necessary legislation be prepared to authorize a contract with Statewide Ford-Lincoln-Mercury in the amount of $217,599.92 for the purchase of eight police cruisers.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

A letter from the Fire Chief requesting authorization to apply for EMS equipment grants through the Ohio Department of Public Safety was read.  He stated one grant is specifically for pediatric airway equipment and the other one is for various emergency medical equipment according to specific training and equipment lists they provide.  Mr. SHOOK moved the necessary legislation be prepared to authorize application of  two grants to the Ohio Department of Public Safety, Division of EMS, as requested.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

A letter from the Police Chief requesting authorization of a contract for telecommunications services for the temporary relocation of the Police Division was read.  He stated Buckeye TeleSystems has submitted a two-year proposal in the amount of $54,851.84 for telecommunications services at 1283 Conant Street.Mr. SHOOK moved the necessary legislation be prepared to authorize a contract with Buckeye TeleSystems in the amount of $54,851.84, as requested.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

A letter from the Commissioner of Community Development requesting approval to advertise for the rental of tenant space at the Indoor Theater building was read.  He stated the 760 square foot tenant space is on the north side of the Indoor Theater.  Mrs. BARLOS moved to authorize advertise for the rental of tenant space at the Indoor Theater building, as requested.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

Mr. Shook reported the Committee of the Whole met just before tonight’s meeting when a presentation regarding fundraising efforts was made and that other items on the agenda were discussed.  He stated Charles Carr, Jr., and the Save the Little League Committee announced that fund raising has exceeded $47,000.  He also said the Little League representatives presented a check for $32,996.16 in repayment of the City’s loan and a check in the amount of $3,000 as partial payment for Ford Field lighting improvements and expressed their gratitude.  Mr. SHOOK moved the report be approved.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

Mr. Zimmerman read the following Finance Committee report: 

Finance Committee Report 

On March 4 and March 11, 2004, the Finance Committee met to discuss the City’s operating budget.  Present from the Finance Committee were Todd Zimmerman, Jenny Barlos and Brent Buehrer, David Hazard from the administration.  Other members of the administration were present as particular departments and/or divisions were discussed.

 

The committee reviewed the proposed budgets of all departments and compared them to prior budgeted amounts and actual expenses.  Some minor changes were suggested.  Further, it was noted that additional cost centers have been added this year in order to better track expenses in detail.  Finally, it was also discussed that the budget includes an estimate for running the pool (a new but significant expense area) and that a budget for the indoor will be forthcoming in the near future.

 

After review of all the line items and budget center, the committee unanimously recommended passage of the budget set forth herein in Exhibit A.

 

Respectfully submitted,

Todd M. Zimmerman, Chair

Jenny Barlos, member

Brent Buehrer, member 

Mr. ZIMMERMAN moved the report be approved in its entirety.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

Mr. Carr read the following Safety Committee report: 

Safety Committee Report          

The Safety Committee of Maumee City Council met on two occasions to discuss bids for the purchase of a vehicle to be used by the Division of Police SWAT team for emergencies, raids, and other special situations.  The purchase of this vehicle was included in the Finance Committee capital budget for 2004 approved by Council.

 

Present at the meetings were Chief Zink of the Division of Police, Mr. Jezak, Mr. Hazard and Ms. Wilker of the Administration, and Safety Committee members Brainard, Carr, and Shook.

 

The vehicle presently used by the Division of police for this purpose was originally used by the City of Maumee Division of Fire, and was obsolete for their use and transferred to the Division of Police.  The existing vehicle is approximately 30 years old and has no capacity to store equipment used in such situations as those for which it is intended.

 

The Committee had several questions for Chief Zink, including the cost and need.  Chief Zink responded that the use life of the vehicle sought would be approximately 30 years which is far longer than that of a privately used vehicle.  Chief Zink stated the cost included modifications which would accommodate the needs of the Division of Police.  Those needs include potential drug raids, hostage situations, and public emergencies of such nature as realized throughout the United States in recent years.  The use of this vehicle would greatly improve response time which is critical to saving lives.

 

The committee noted that the purchase of such a vehicle was included in the capital projects budget submitted by the Finance Committee of Council and unanimously approved by Council, and our meeting was for the purpose of reviewing bids and making a recommendation.

 

Six bids were received, but only one bid was submitted to the Safety Committee for review as the one which the Division of Police recommended.

 

The committee realizes that the use of such a vehicle will realistically (hopefully) be very limited in our community.  In comparing the cost to a new privately owned SUV with a far less life use expectancy, while still expensive it was deemed to be appropriate as it will be used for potentially 30 years.  Committee member Brainard, stated his concerns about how much use there would be of the vehicle, but realized that without such a vehicle we would not be fully prepared fur such emergencies which are unfortunately far too frequent across the United States.  Councilman Brainard supported the purchase and the committee unanimously recommends to Council that the Mayor and Administration be authorized to enter into an agreement with George Ballas Buick GMC Truck for the purchase of a GMC C-4500 vehicle with OBS, Inc. tactical upfit body in an amount not to exceed $87,362.00, and that the necessary legislation be prepared.

 

Respectfully submitted,

Richard Carr, Chairman

Douglas Brainard

Thomas Shook 

Mr. CARR moved the report be accepted in its entirety.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

Ken Pauken, 918 West Broadway, and Al Demaris, 914 West Broadway, addressed Council requesting help in dealing with damage caused by deer.  Mr. Pauken requested the City hold an informational forum to discuss the problem. 

Mr. BUEHRER moved the matter of traffic and parking for the theater and the pool and the impact on the immediate neighborhoods be referred to the Safety Committee.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

Mr. BUEHRER moved the plans for the Senior Center Addition be referred to the Building and Lands Committee.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

Mr. Buehrer stated he recommends the Police Building be bid with “multiple prime contractors” rather than “single prime contractors” because he believes it will yield a lower cost for the City.  Mrs. Barlos agreed and stated the Service Director has agreed to issue an addendum to the contract specifications to allow bids from both “multiple-prime contractors and single-prime contractors with named subcontractors”. 

Mr. Carr addressed the issue of damages from deer which invade the City.  He stated the problem is so widespread that the City could not effectively act to address it.  He stated much research is available to help property owners live with the area wildlife.  He requested that the administration contact the Ohio Department of Natural Resources with the objective of publicizing information that residents can use to deal with the problem. 

Legislation was considered at this time. 

RESOLUTION NO.    78 – 2004  DECLARING MARCH 16, 2004, JEREMY CARPENTER DAY IN THE CITY OF MAUMEE, OHIO.  The Clerk read the Resolution by title only.  Mr. SHOOK moved the resolution be placed on its final passage and passed.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  So the Resolution was passed. 

ORDINANCE NO.    79 – 2004  AMENDING ORDINANCE NUMBER 72-2004 AUTHORIZING CONTRACT RELATIVE TO FIREWORKS DISPLAY, REPEALING CERTAIN ORDINANCE, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.  The Clerk read the Ordinance by title only.  Mr. COYLE moved the ordinance be passed as an emergency measure.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  Mr. COYLE moved the ordinance be placed on its final passage and passed.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  So the Ordinance was passed. 

ORDINANCE NO.    80 – 2004  AUTHORIZING EMPLOYMENT OF ARCADIS, FPS, RELATIVE TO PROVISION OF BIDDING PHASE ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE RECONSTRUCITON OF WAYNE STREET IN THE CITY OF MAUMEE, OHIO, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.  The Clerk read the Ordinance by title only.  Mr. BRAINARD moved the ordinance be passed as an emergency measure.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  Mr. BRAINARD moved the ordinance be placed on its final passage and passed.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  So the Ordinance was passed. 

ORDINANCE NO.    81 – 2004  AUTHORIZING CONTRACT WITH GAYE E. GINDY RELATIVE TO AUDIT OF BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLE RECORDS, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.  The Clerk read the Ordinance by title only.  Mrs. BARLOS moved the ordinance be passed as an emergency measure.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  Mrs. BARLOS moved the ordinance be placed on its final passage and passed.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  So the Ordinance was passed. 

ORDINANCE NO.    82 – 2004  AUTHORIZING EMPLOYMENT OF ARCADIS, FPS, RELATIVE TO PREPARATION OF VULNERABILITY ASSESSMENT AND EMERGENCY OPERATING PLAN FOR THE WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM OF THE CITY OF MAUMEE, OHIO, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.  The Clerk read the Ordinance by title only.  Mr. SHOOK moved the ordinance be passed as an emergency measure.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  Mr. SHOOK moved the ordinance be placed on its final passage and passed.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  So the Ordinance was passed. 

ORDINANCE NO.    83 – 2004  AUTHORIZING AGREEMENT WITH DOUG BURKHART EXCAVATING, INC., RELATIVE TO MAINTENANCE OF WHIDDEN DITCH IN THE CITY OF MAUMEE, OHIO, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.  The Clerk read the Ordinance by title only.  Mr. BUEHRER moved the ordinance be passed as an emergency measure.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  Mr. BUEHRER moved the ordinance be placed on its final passage and passed.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  So the Ordinance was passed. 

ORDINANCE NO.    84 – 2004  ACCEPTING BID RELATIVE TO PHASE 3 AREA 1 STORM SEWER IMPROVEMENTS, AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF CONTRACT, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.  The Clerk read the Ordinance by title only.  Mr. ZIMMERMAN moved the ordinance be passed as an emergency measure.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  Mr. ZIMMERMAN moved the ordinance be placed on its final passage and passed.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  So the Ordinance was passed. 

ORDINANCE NO.    85 – 2004  LEVYING SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS FOR PROPERTY OWNERS’ SHARE OF THE COST OF CONSTRUCTION OF CERTAIN SIDEWALKS IN THE CITY OF MAUMEE, OHIO, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.  The Clerk read the Ordinance by title only.  Mr. CARR moved the ordinance be passed as an emergency measure.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  Mr. CARR moved the ordinance be placed on its final passage and passed.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  So the Ordinance was passed. 

ORDINANCE NO.   86 – 2004  AUTHORIZING CONTRACT WITH FRIAR TUCK PRODUCTIONS FOR THE PROVISION OF ENTERTAINMENT AT THE MAUMEE INDOOR THEATER, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.  The Clerk read the Ordinance by title only.  Mr. COYLE moved the ordinance be passed as an emergency measure.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  Mr. COYLE moved the ordinance be placed on its final passage and passed.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  So the Ordinance was passed. 

ORDINANCE NO.    87 – 2004  AUTHORIZING CONTRACT WITH PHILIP R. CRITES FOR PROVISION OF ENTERTAINMENT AT THE MAUMEE INDOOR THEATER, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.  The Clerk read the Ordinance by title only.  Mr. BRAINARD moved the ordinance be passed as an emergency measure.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  Mr. BRAINARD moved the ordinance be placed on its final passage and passed.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  So the Ordinance was passed. 

ORDINANCE NO.    88 – 2004  AUTHORIZING CONTRACT WITH WEST GROUP RELATIVE TO PROVISION OF ONLINE LEGAL RESEARCH SERVICES FOR THE DIVISION OF PROSECUTION, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.  The Clerk read the Ordinance by title only.  Mrs. BARLOS moved the ordinance be passed as an emergency measure.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  Mrs. BARLOS moved the ordinance be placed on its final passage and passed.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  So the Ordinance was passed.

 ORDINANCE NO.    89 – 2004  AUTHORIZING EMPLOYMENT OF G.M. BARTON SURVEY RELATIVE TO SURVEY WORK FOR THE CITY OF MAUMEE, OHIO, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.  The Clerk read the Ordinance by title only.  Mr. SHOOK moved the ordinance be passed as an emergency measure.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (5) voting yea; nays none; Buehrer and Carr (2) abstaining.  Mr. SHOOK moved the ordinance be placed on its final passage and passed.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (5) voting yea; nays none; Buehrer and Carr (2) abstaining.  So the Ordinance was passed. 

ORDINANCE NO.    90 – 2004  AUTHORIZING AGREEMENT FOR ARCHITECT SERVICES FOR FORD FIELD AND ROLF PARK IMRPOVEMENTS, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.  The Clerk read the Ordinance by title only.  Mr. BUEHRER moved the ordinance be passed as an emergency measure.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  Mr. BUEHRER moved the ordinance be placed on its final passage and passed.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  So the Ordinance was passed. 

ORDINANCE NO.    91 – 2004  AUTHORIZING AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A SWIMMING POOL AT ROLF PARK IN THE CITY OF MAUMEE, OHIO, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.  The Clerk read the Ordinance by title only.  Mr. ZIMMERMAN moved the ordinance be passed as an emergency measure.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  Mr. ZIMMERMAN moved the ordinance be placed on its final passage and passed.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  So the Ordinance was passed.

 ORDINANCE NO.    92 – 2004  AUTHORIZING CLINICAL AFFILIATION AGREEMENT WITH UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDO RELATIVE TO PARAMEDIC TRAINING SERVICES FOR THE CITY OF MAUMEE, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.  The Clerk read the Ordinance by title only.  Mr. CARR moved the ordinance be passed as an emergency measure.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  Mr. CARR moved the ordinance be placed on its final passage and passed.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  So the Ordinance was passed. 

ORDINANCE NO.    93 – 2004  AUTHORIZING AGREEMENT WITH PROUDFOOT ASSOCIATES, ENGINEERS, RELATIVE TO PEDESTRIAN SAFETY STUDY IN THE CITY OF MAUMEE, OHIO, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.  The Clerk read the Ordinance by title only.  Mr. COYLE moved the ordinance be passed as an emergency measure.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  Mr. COYLE moved the ordinance be placed on its final passage and passed.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  So the Ordinance was passed. 

ORDINANCE NO.    94 – 2004  AUTHORIZING PURCHASE OF VEHICLES FOR DIVISION OF POLICE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.  The Clerk read the Ordinance by title only.  Mr. BRAINARD moved the ordinance be passed as an emergency measure.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  Mr. BRAINARD moved the ordinance be placed on its final passage and passed.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  So the Ordinance was passed. 

RESOLUTION NO.   95 – 2004  AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND MUNICIPAL CLERK TO FILE AN APPLICATION OR APPLICATIONS WITH OHIO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY RELATIVE TO MEDICAL EQUIPMENT FUNDING, AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE OF GRANTS, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.  The Clerk read the Ordinance by title only.  Mrs. BARLOS moved the ordinance be passed as an emergency measure.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  Mrs. BARLOS moved the ordinance be placed on its final passage and passed.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  So the Ordinance was passed. 

ORDINANCE NO.    96 – 2004  AUTHORIZING CONTRACT WITH BUCKEYE TELESYSTEMS RELATIVE TO COMMUNICATION SERVICES FOR THE CITY OF MAUMEE, OHIO, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.  The Clerk read the Ordinance by title only.  Mr. SHOOK moved the ordinance be passed as an emergency measure.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  Mr. SHOOK moved the ordinance be placed on its final passage and passed.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  So the Ordinance was passed. 

ORDINANCE NO.    97 – 2004  MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR CURRENT EXPENSES AND OTHER EXPENDITURES OF THE CITY OF MAUMEE, OHIO, DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2004.  The Clerk read the Ordinance by title only.  Mr. BUEHRER moved the ordinance be passed as an emergency measure.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  Mr. BUEHRER moved the ordinance be placed on its final passage and passed.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  So the Ordinance was passed. 

ORDINANCE NO.   98– 2004  ACCEPTING BID AND AUTHORIZING PURCHASE OF SPECIAL RESPONSE UNIT VEHICLE AND EQUIPMENT FOR DIVISION OF POLICE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.  The Clerk read the Ordinance by title only.  Mr. ZIMMERMAN moved the ordinance be passed as an emergency measure.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  Mr. ZIMMERMAN moved the ordinance be placed on its final passage and passed.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  So the Ordinance was passed. 

ORDINANCE NO.    99 – 2004  APPROPRIATING AND TRANSFERRING FUNDS FOR VARIOUS PURPOSES.  The Clerk read the Ordinance by title only.  Mr. CARR moved the ordinance be placed on its final passage and passed.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Carr, Coyle, Shook and Zimmerman (7) voting yea; nays none.  So the Ordinance was passed. 

Mr. SHOOK moved to adjourn to executive session to discuss the purchase and sale of real estate.  Roll call:  All members present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

When Council returned to regular session, Mr. CARR moved to adjourn until 7:30 p.m., Monday, April 5, 2004, carried v.v.

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Special Meeting – Minutes 

6:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 24, 2004 

The Council of the City of Maumee, Ohio, met on the above date and time with the following members present:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Coyle and Shook (5); Carr and Zimmerman (2) absent.  Mayor Wagener presiding. 

A tabulation of bids received by the Service Director for the reconstruction of Wayne Street from River Road to Ford Street was presented.  The Service Director stated that, in order to assure completion of construction of the project prior to the Summer Fair in August, it was necessary to request tonight’s meeting to consider the bids received so the construction could begin without delay.  He stated that B&J Concrete Construction submitted the low bids of $1,099,809, which includes imprinting of the asphalt in the 100 blocks of Wayne Street as well as street tree replacements and streetscape improvements.  Mr. BUEHRER moved the bid of B&J Concrete Construction be declared the lowest and best and that the necessary legislation be prepared to authorize a contract for the reconstruction of Wayne Street as requested.  Roll call:  All member present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

A letter from the Fire Chief requesting authorization to apply for a grant for fire fighting equipment from the Federal Emergency Management Agency was read.  Mr. SHOOK moved that legislation be prepared to authorize application for and acceptance of a grant.  Roll call:  All member present voting yea, the Chair declared the motion carried. 

Legislation was considered at this time. 

ORDINANCE NO.   100 – 2004  ACCEPTING BID FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF WAYNE STREET IN THE CITY OF MAUMEE, OHIO, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.  The Clerk read the Ordinance by title only.  Mr. COYLE moved the ordinance be passed as an emergency measure.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Coyle and Shook (5) voting yea; nays none.  Mr. COYLE moved the ordinance be placed on its final passage and passed.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Coyle and Shook (5) voting yea; nays none.  So the Ordinance was passed. 

ORDINANCE NO.   101 – 2004  AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND MUNICIPAL CLERK TO FILE AN APPLICATION WITH FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY RELATIVE TO EQUIPMENT GRANT, AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.  The Clerk read the Resolution by title only.  Mr. BRAINARD moved the ordinance be passed as an emergency measure.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Coyle and Shook (5) voting yea; nays none.  Mr. BRAINARD moved the ordinance be placed on its final passage and passed.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Coyle and Shook (5) voting yea; nays none.  So the Ordinance was passed. 

ORDINANCE NO.   102 – 2004  APPROPRIATING AND TRANSFERRING FUNDS FOR VARIOUS PURPOSES.The Clerk read the Ordinance by title only.  Mrs. BARLOS moved the ordinance be passed as an emergency measure.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Coyle and Shook  (5) voting yea; nays none.  Mrs. BARLOS moved the ordinance be placed on its final passage and passed.  Roll call:  Barlos, Brainard, Buehrer, Coyle and Shook  (5) voting yea; nays none.  So the Ordinance was passed. 

Mr. SHOOK moved to adjourn until 7:30 p.m., Monday, April 5, 2004, carried v.v. 

Council then convened a meeting of the Committee of the Whole.