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Council Minutes of 12-01-2020 Councilman Glassburn voted no with comment. It is urgent that we resolve both the Public Safety and Service components of what was previously served by one individual. We need qualified individuals to serve both roles. If we're not going to have that as a joint position, we need to find two separate individuals, or have a much, much cleaner organizational plan for determining how those roles will be absorbed. Thank you, Madame President. Councilwoman Hemann voted no with comment. I believe we should be looking for both candidates at the same time or putting forth a candidate that can fill both positions. I'm not in favor of leaving the safety position open to a discretionary length of time, perhaps as long as a year, and would like to see a discussion on both positions. Thank you. Councilwoman Williamson voted no with comment. I reflect the ideas of my colleagues who have already spoken, but I believe this pandemic has also proven we do need a Safety Director, whether it be a part-time or combined with our service position. Thank you. Resolution 2020-126 introduced by Mayor Kennedy was given its second reading. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to purchase a new 375 KVA Generator from Ohio CAT at a cost of $61,300.00 for the Lebern Pump Station, through a State Purchase Program; and further authorizing the Mayor to execute all contract documents for purchase of the same, and declaring an emergency, as amended. Councilwoman Hemann moved for suspension of the rule requiring three readings as it was heard in committee and actually the flooding issue that we have creates a public safety hazard and I believe suspension is warranted. The motion was seconded by Councilman Glassburn and passed unanimously. Roll Call: Yes: Hemann, Glassburn, Kelly, Limpert, Schumann, Williamson, Brossard No: None Motion carried. Councilwoman Hemann moved for adoption. The motion was seconded by Councilman Glassburn and passed unanimously. Roll Call: Yes: Hemann, Glassburn, Brossard, Williamson, Schumann, Limpert, Kelly No: None Motion carried. Resolution 2020-126 adopted 7-0. Ordinance 2020-127 was introduced and placed on first reading by Mayor Kennedy. An Ordinance to make and transfer appropriations for current expenses and other expenditures for the City of North Olmsted for the year ending December 31, 2020 and declaring an emergency. 0