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Council Minutes of 03-20-2024 • Discussed Ordinance 2024-19, An Ordinance repealing Chapter 950 entitled "Urban Forest" and enacting new Chapter 950 entitled "Tree Preservation and Management'. Councilman Shymske noted there were extensive changes made to the legislation, and therefore the Committee voted 3-0 to hold in Committee one more week so that the Law Director and the Chair have time to sort through comments from the Committee, and the Committee Meeting concluded at 7:29 p.m. Councilman Shymske moved to remove Ordinance 2024-19 from the Agenda. The motion was seconded by Councilman Madden and passed 7-0. Roll Call: Yes: Shymske, Madden, Scarl, Gilchrist, Glassburn, Limpert, Hemann No: None Motion carried. Ordinance 2024-19 removed from the Agenda by a vote of 7-0. COMMUNICATIONS Council received a letter from Mr. Shaun Kibler, the President of the North Olmsted Fire Fighters IAFF Local 1267. In the letter, Mr. Kibler stated that the overwhelming majority of his membership voted and passed a motion to publicly express support for the renovation efforts of Fire Station 1. He noted that the renovation holds significant importance for the well-being of the members. Lastly, the letter states that the North Olmsted Fire Fighters would gladly provide input in the renovation process, should it be requested. A copy of this letter was provided to all of Council, the Mayor, The Safety Director, and is attached to these minutes. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION Steven Erhman 5680 Wellesley Mr. Erhman came to Council to discuss the park improvements. He advocated for keeping the diamond closest to the cabin, reducing expenses and preserving green space. He questioned the need for additional structures like a pavilion and bandstand, citing concerns about maintenance and the prioritization of greenery in North Olmsted. He suggested community involvement for the project's phases. LEGISLATION Ordinance 2024-12 introduced by Mayor Jones was given its third reading. An Ordinance to authorize the execution of Then and Now Certificates by the Finance Director and the payment of amounts due for various purchase orders and declaring an emergency. Councilman Glassburn moved for adoption. The motion was seconded by Councilman Limpert and passed 7-0. Roll Call: Yes: Glassburn, Limpert, Hemann, Gilchrist, Scarl, Shymske, Madden No: None Motion carried. Ordinance 2024-12 adopted 7-0.