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Council Minutes of OS-07-2013 ..,. for the award of a contract to provide construction services for improvements to the ',~, North Olmsted Police Station consistent with the accessibility requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act, and authorizing the Mayor, following approval of the Board of Control to contact for the same with the lowest and best bidder, and declaring an emergency. Ordinance 2013-49 was introduced and placed on first reading by Councilman Schumann. An Ordinance amending Section 331.42 of the Traffic Code in order to increase the maximum fine for using a mobile communication device from three dollars to one hundred and fifty dollars. Ordinance 2013-50 was introduced and placed on first reading by Mayor Kennedy. An Ordinance adopting and implementing the procedures under Chapter 5722 of the Ohio Revised Code to facilitate reutilization of nonproductive land situated within the City of North Olmsted, Ohio; and declaring an emergency. Resolution 2013-51 was introduced and placed on first reading by Mayor Kennedy. A Resolution authorizing the Director of Public Service to sell at auction as surplus city personal property, a 2001 International Semi Truck, and declaring an emergency. Councilman Barker made a motion to suspend the rules requiring three readings and formal committee review. The motion was seconded by Councilman Schumann and passed unanimously. ,«. Dennis Lambert, 25057 Carey Lane said what's important for the city to do is look at the future. He does not know what the condition is -and he doesn't believe anyone on Council knows what the condition is - of the truck. These trucks are generally built on standard chassis. Maybe it's a little premature to sell this for $10,000 considering that it may be used for other things. He believes these are extremely expensive chassis that can be changed out and adapted to something else. Councilman Barker said that Safety/Service Director Thomas has already explained that having this vehicle just sitting around is going to cost the city to maintain it. This decision is not entirely made by the Safety/Service Director, but also with input from the Fleet Manager and Waste Water Treatment personnel. Councilman Barker moved for adoption. The motion was seconded by Councilman Schumann and passed unanimously. Resolution 2013-51 adopted 7-0. Ordinance 2013-52 was introduced and placed on first reading by Mayor Kennedy. An Ordinance amending Section 1101 of the Zoning Code of the City of North Olmsted entitled "Subdivision Regulations" for the purpose of clarifying required deposits. Resolution 2013-53 was introduced and placed on first reading by Mayor Kennedy. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to apply for the Department of Justice 2013 "COPS" Grant Award to provide 75% reimbursement for wages and benefits to hire police officers and, if granted, further authorizing the Mayor to enter into any agreements with the appropriate federal or state agencies to accept funding on behalf of the city, and 6