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Council Minutes of 05-07-2024 • Discussed Resolution 2024-37. A Resolution approving of and authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Collective Bargaining Agreement ("CBA") with the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees ("AFSCME") Local 2681, Clerical & Technical Unit, for the period January 1, 2024, through December 31, 2026. Councilman Glassburn noted that this is the second CBA of the cycle noting there were similar changes to the first CBA that this Council approved, as was the case with the last one. There is a 30 -day limitation for Council to approve, which was why suspension was requested on second reading. The legislation was favorably recommended 2-0, with Councilman Scarl abstaining. • Discussed Ordinance 2024-30. An Ordinance to make Appropriations for Capital Improvements for the City of North Olmsted Fire Station 1 for the year Ending December 31, 2024. Councilman Glassburn noted that under this legislation Fire Station 1 will receive some updates to the dorm quarters and HVAC systems, which will result in individual rooms with individual HVAC units for the firefighters. The legislation was favorably recommended 2-1. • Discussed Ordinance 2024-31. The Plans Examiner Fees legislation was favorably recommended by a vote of 3-0. • Discussed Ordinance 2024-38. An Ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) to accept state capital funding in the amount of $150,000.00 for the construction of improvements at the North Olmsted Community Park, and declaring an emergency. The legislation was favorably recommended 3-0. • Lastly, discussed Ordinance 2024-39. An Ordinance to revise the Codified Ordinances by adopting current replacement pages; and declaring an emergency. The legislation was favorably recommended 3-0 with suspension, and the Committee Meeting concluded at 8:28 p.m. Councilman Glassburn asked for a moment of personal privilege to state that he had the privilege of visiting Fire Station 1, as a parent with the North Olmsted Early Childhood PTA. He noted that the firefighters were great hosts to all of the kids, under the age of five, and that the children approved of our fire services as well. Councilwoman Gilchrist, Chairwoman of the Streets and Transportation Committee: The Streets and Transportation Committee on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at 7:34 p.m. Present were Committee Members Gilchrist, Shymske and Glassburn and Council Members Hemann, Limpert, Scarl and Madden, 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, the City Engineer and guests. • Discussed Ordinance 2024-35. An Ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a First Amendment to the agreement between the County of Cuyahoga and the City of North Olmsted for the resurfacing of Clague Road from Lorain Road to Marion Road, and declaring an emergency. Councilwoman Gilchrist reported that Director Upton explained the amended agreement reflects the updated cost sharing with regard to the Clague Road project. Director Upton reported that in order for the County to bid the project and award it, so that it can be done this year, we must amend the agreement to reflect the new cost share, adding that this cost is in the capital budget. The legislation was favorably recommended 3-0 and Committee Meeting concluded at 7:36 p.m. None.