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Council Minutes of 04-16-2024 Director of Law Gareau: • Director Gareau began his report by announcing that the Court of Common Pleas upheld the decision of the North Olmsted BZBA in the Kovach Group LLC vs. BZBA case, resulting in the Kava Bar's appeal failing. • Director Gareau summarized some of his findings after reviewing the Rocky River Municipal Court Annual Report. He noted the report showed consistent numbers in criminal offenses over the years, with a slight decrease in some misdemeanor cases in North Olmsted. Felony cases in Rocky River and North Olmsted remained relatively stable over the years, primarily involving drug possession, theft, and receiving stolen property. Misdemeanor cases, including building code violations and traffic offenses showed minor fluctuations but overall remained consistent. • Despite potential expectations of increased prosecution with increased criminal activity, the numbers have not significantly changed. Director of Finance Copfer: • Director Copfer reported the Finance Department has been busy with budget implementation, ensuring divisions can see their budgets in the accounting system and enter requisitions accordingly. • Director Copfer noted that the annual true -up costs with Fairview Park for wastewater flow and usage are being addressed. • Settlements with two unions have been reached, with implementation of contract changes and retro -pay underway. The payroll person has been effectively managing retro -pay. • Director Copfer will participate in the final master plan public visioning statement session, focusing on infrastructure, transportation, and public safety. The session will take place from 6:0D-7:30 p.m. at the High School Eagle's Room on April 18, 2024. Councilman Glassburn, Chairman of the Finance Committee: The Finance Committee met on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at 7:09 p.m. Present were Committee Members Glassburn, Limpert and Scarl and Council Members Hemann, Madden, Gilchrist and Shymske, Council President Brossard, Mayor Jones, Law Director Gareau, Finance Director Copfer, Human Resources Director Kidd, Director of Economic and Community Development Upton, Safety Director Scofield, Service Director Kearney, Recreation and Public Engagement Director Pinchek, Special Assistant to the Mayor Massarolo and guests. • Discussed Ordinance 2024-31. An Ordinance Amending Section 1321.05 entitled "Plans Examination Fees" of Chapter 1321 of the Codified Ordinances of the City of North Olmsted entitled "Permit and Inspection Fees" for the purpose of updating Plans Examination Fee Schedules, and declaring an emergency. Councilman Glassburn reported that our previous vendor is no longer available. We received two bids and have made a selection. The legislation was favorably recommended 3-0. • Discussed Resolution 2024-33. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a three year Agreement with Everbridge, Inc., to provide text messaging services, and declaring an emergency. Councilman Glassburn reported that the new system will allow the city to send text messages in minutes instead of hours, allowing for a much higher level of functionality. The legislation was favorably recommended 3-0.