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Moraine public meetings in 2024

93 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 17, 2024 · 17:00

General

Parks board to review rec center updates and minutes

The Moraine Board of Parks and Recreation is meeting to approve minutes from October 22, 2024, and hear a report on current activities at the Payne Rec Center. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

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✓ Decided: Parks board hears Payne Rec Center will host council chambers

The Board of Parks and Recreation met and approved the minutes from the October 22, 2024 meeting. Brent Shane reported that Meeting Room A at the Payne Rec Center will become council chambers and mayor's court, a project expected to take 8-10 months, with other rooms becoming administration offices. No formal decisions were made beyond approving the minutes.

3800 Main St, Moraine
Tue Dec 17, 2024 · 17:10

General

Tree Board to review Tree City USA status and winter tree care

The Moraine Tree Board is meeting to approve its October minutes, receive an update on the Tree City USA program, and hear winter tree care tips from Arbor Experts. The agenda is routine and contains no votes on ordinances, contracts, or rezoning.

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✓ Decided: Tree Board approves October minutes, updates Tree City USA status

The Tree Board approved the October 22, 2024 meeting minutes as submitted. Staff reported that the Tree City USA application was approved at local and state levels, pending national review by the Arbor Day Foundation, which would mark the 14th year of the designation. The board also discussed winter tree care tips from an Arbor Experts article.

3800 Main St, Moraine
Thu Dec 12, 2024 · 18:10

City Council

Council to discuss street sweeper, RAM trucks, SR 741 resurfacing

The Moraine City Council Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several purchasing and infrastructure items, including a street sweeper, three RAM trucks with upfitting, and a resurfacing project on SR 741. The agenda also includes routine items such as Ohio Municipal League membership, board applications, and a codification supplement. No final votes are scheduled; this is a discussion session.

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✓ Decided: Council directs legislation for street sweeper, trucks, and ODOT project

The Committee of the Whole directed staff to prepare legislation for several purchases and agreements, all approved unanimously (7-0). These include renewing Ohio Municipal League membership, reappointing six board/commission members, a quarterly codification supplement, a street sweeper, three RAM trucks, and an ODOT resurfacing project. No final votes were taken; the actions are directives to draft legislation.

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] RESULT: (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
14 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
[context] RESULT: (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Teri Murphy
14 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
[context] RESULT: (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Mike Daugherty
14 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
[context] RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of Committee of the Whole Held December 12, 2024 Page 3 of 5 RESULT: (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
[context] RESULT: (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Ora Allen
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
Thu Dec 12, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

Council to approve 2025 budget, contracts, and building project change order

The Moraine City Council is meeting to consider ordinances for supplemental 2024 appropriations and permanent 2025 appropriations, along with resolutions for legal services, insurance renewals, a credit card policy update, and a $49,000 change order for the Municipal Building Modernization Project. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, an oath of office, and reports from city officials.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts 2025 budget and supplemental appropriations

The Moraine City Council unanimously approved the 2025 permanent appropriations ordinance and the 2024 supplemental appropriations ordinance, both declared emergencies. It also approved several resolutions, including a $49,000 change order for the Municipal Building Modernization Project, a contract for public defender services, and updates to the city's credit card policy. All votes were 7-0.

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Resolution 8097-24 authorizing the City Manager to execute Change Order Number 1 to the Municipal Building Modernization Project. RESULT: (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Jeanette Marcus
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution 8096-24 confirming the appointment of Kim Wallace to the position of Acting Clerk of Council as presented by Ms. Dillon. RESULT: (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Jeanette Marcus
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Ordinance to make supplemental appropriations for current expenses and other expenditures of the City of Moraine, State of Ohio for the period January 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024 and declaring an…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to approve. RESULT: (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Donald Burchett
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Ordinance to make permanent appropriations for current expenses and other expenditures of the City of Moraine, State of Ohio, for the period January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2025 and declaring an…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to approve. RESULT: (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Ora Allen
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to approve. RESULT: (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Ora Allen AYES: Teri Murphy, Donald Burchett, Ora Allen, Mike Daugherty, Dave Miller, Shirley Whitt, Jeanette Marcus NAYS: None ABSTAIN…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a contract with the Montgomery County Public Defender Office and the Montgomery County Public Defender Commission for legal services for indigent…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
resolution authorizing and approving update to the City of Moraine credit card policy Ms. Marcus stated this legislation allows for updates to the policy, adding one new position and a spending limit…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution approves the continuation of the City's self-insurance program and renewal of its contract with Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield to provide medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage via…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution allows the City Manager to enter into an agreement with Berkley Life and Health Insurance Company (Berkley Accident and Health) and the Waymark Collective for the provision of employer…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution appoints Kim Wallace as the Acting Clerk of Council while we search for a replacement. RESULT: (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Ora Allen
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution is for additional funding for the design services, because the scope of the project was expanded with a net increase in the project scope and budget. RESULT: (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0)…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Thu Dec 5, 2024 · 10:00

General

Firefighter hiring certifications on Merit Commission agenda

The Moraine Merit System Commission is meeting to approve prior minutes and certify candidates for full-time firefighter positions, including entry-level and lateral hires. The agenda is otherwise routine and procedural.

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✓ Decided: Commission certifies eight firefighter entry-level names

The Merit System Commission approved the minutes from its November 7, 2024 meeting. It voted unanimously to release eight firefighter entry-level names for certification. A discussion item on full-time firefighter lateral certification was heard but no vote was taken. The meeting was brief and adjourned after about three minutes.

4200 Dryden Road, Moraine
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] RESULT: (Yes 3, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Jim Kempe
3 yea
Mary Woeste yea · Jim Kempe yea · Dave Rodehaver yea
Fri Nov 22, 2024 · 14:30

City Council

Council to consider Clerk of Council applicants

This is a special meeting of the Moraine City Council. The main business is considering applicants for the Clerk of Council position. The agenda also includes an executive session and adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Moraine council interviews Clerk of Council candidates in executive session

Council held a special meeting on November 22, 2024, and discussed and interviewed candidates for Clerk of Council in Executive Session. Council voted 7-0 to enter Executive Session for matters pertaining to the employment of a public employee, with no business to follow. No hiring decision or other substantive action is recorded in these minutes; the meeting adjourned at 5:50 p.m.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] RESULT: (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Jeanette Marcus
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Tue Nov 19, 2024 · 18:00

General

Moraine Planning Commission to review three applications Nov. 19

The Moraine Planning Commission will meet on November 19, 2024, to approve the minutes from October 15 and consider three business items: a text amendment (TA-01-2024) and two site plans (S-04-2024 and S-05-2024). No details on the content of these items are provided in the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Moraine Planning Commission tables cannabis zoning amendment until July 2025

The Planning Commission voted unanimously to table a text amendment (TA-01-2024) that would have addressed cultivating, processing, retail sale, and testing of adult-use cannabis in all zoning districts, holding it until further data or a survey is available in July 2025. The commission also approved two related land actions: a replat combining lots 3194 and 5513 (S-04-2024) and a lot split (S-05-2024) tied to Yowell Transportation, both by unanimous roll-call votes. The October 15, 2024 minutes were approved as submitted. No members of the public attended or contacted staff about the cannabis amendment, according to the minutes.

Thu Nov 14, 2024 · 18:10

City Council

✓ Decided: Council directs legislation for 2025 budget, contracts, and ESID expansion

The Committee of the Whole directed staff to prepare legislation for several items, including amending the Dayton Regional Energy Special Improvement District (ESID) articles to expand its PACE program, a 2025 Public Defender contract with Montgomery County, renewal of the Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield contract, end-of-year budget adjustments, the 2025 Annual Budget, and stop loss insurance coverage with Berkley and Waymark Collective. All motions passed unanimously (6-0). The meeting also included an executive session on employee compensation and real estate, with no business following.

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to excuse Mr. Miller from the meeting. RESULT: (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
6 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Shirley Whitt yea
[context] RESULT: (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Teri Murphy
6 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Shirley Whitt yea
to amend the Articles of Incorporation of Dayton Regional Energy Special Improvement District, Inc. RESULT: (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Ora Allen
6 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Shirley Whitt yea
to amend the Articles of Incorporation of Dayton Regional Energy Special Improvement District, Inc. RESULT: (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Ora Allen AYES: Jeanette Marcus, Mike Daugherty, Teri…
6 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Shirley Whitt yea
to accept the renewal contract with Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield for 2025. RESULT: (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
6 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Shirley Whitt yea
to accept the renewal contract with Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield for 2025. RESULT: (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt AYES: Jeanette Marcus, Mike Daugherty, Teri Murphy, Donald…
6 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Shirley Whitt yea
to accept the 2025 Budget. RESULT: (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Mike Daugherty
6 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Shirley Whitt yea
[context] RESULT: (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of Committee of the Whole Held November 14, 2024 Page 4 of 5 MOVER: Teri Murphy
6 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Shirley Whitt yea
Thu Nov 14, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

Council to vote on sale of city land at 5540 Vance Road and fire union contract

The Moraine City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions, including the sale of city-owned real estate at 5540 Vance Road, a 1% pay increase for non-bargaining employees, and a collective bargaining agreement with the fire union. They will also discuss a liquor permit transfer, a van purchase, and other administrative items.

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✓ Decided: Council approves sale of city-owned Vance Road property to Automation Systems & Design

The Moraine City Council approved the sale of city-owned real estate at 5540 Vance Road to Automation Systems & Design, Inc., along with a 1% cost-of-living adjustment for non-bargaining unit employees and the addition of a Police Cadet position. The council also approved a new collective bargaining agreement with the fire union, a transit van purchase for Parks and Recreation, and several other routine items.

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (20 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to excuse Mr. Miller from the meeting. RESULT: (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Ordinance 2170-24 and declaring an emergency as presented by Ms. Dillon. RESULT: (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Jeanette Marcus
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution 8086-24 as presented by Ms. Dillon. RESULT: (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Mike Daugherty
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Ordinance 2171-24 and declaring an emergency as presented by Ms. Dillon. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of City Council Held November 14, 2024 Page 3 of 8 RESULT: (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER…
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution 8087-24 as presented by Ms. Dillon. RESULT: (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Jeanette Marcus
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution 8089-24 as presented by Ms. Dillon. RESULT: (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Ora Allen
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution 8090-24 as presented by Ms. Dillon. RESULT: (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Ordinance 2172-24 and declaring an emergency as presented by Ms. Dillon. RESULT: (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Ora Allen
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
ordinance authorizing the sale of city owned real estate located at 5540 Vance Road Moraine, Ohio 45439 and no longer needed for municipal purposes and declaring an emergency Ms. Marcus commented…
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to approve. RESULT: (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Jeanette Marcus
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
ordinance approving amendments to the Table of Organization for a 1% increase in pay rates for non-bargaining unit employees of the City of Moraine and to add the position of Police Cadet to the…
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to approve. RESULT: (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Ora Allen
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to approve. RESULT: (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Ora Allen AYES: Teri Murphy, Donald Burchett, Ora Allen, Mike Daugherty, Shirley Whitt, Jeanette Marcus NAYS: None ABSTAIN: None 2172-24…
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to approve. RESULT: (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Donald Burchett
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
resolution confirming the Moraine City Council has no objection to the transfer of an Ohio Division of Liquor Control C2 Class permit to the premises located at 2805 Springboro Road West, Moraine…
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution approving out-of-county conferences and seminars for Council Members of the City of Moraine to attend during the year 2025. Mrs. Whitt stated this is an annual housekeeping item and would…
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
resolution approving revisions to the bylaws of the First Suburbs Consortium of Dayton Ohio Council of Governments Ms. Marcus indicated this approves the updates to the bylaws for the First Suburbs…
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution for purchasing a van for the Parks and Recreation Division. RESULT: (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Mike Daugherty
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
resolution approving a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Moraine and the Moraine Professional Firefighters Association, IAFF local 2981, for the Fire Department bargaining unit for…
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
to approve a voice vote to not request a hearing for CJ Chans, LLC change of ownership. RESULT: (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Teri Murphy
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Mon Nov 11, 2024 · 15:00

General

Records Commission reviews retention policy and destruction lists

The Moraine Records Commission is meeting to review its records retention policy manual, discuss item RC2, and consider records RC1 and RC3 for destruction. The agenda is largely procedural, focused on routine records management duties.

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✓ Decided: Records Commission approves records destruction requests

The Records Commission approved the RC3 with corrections and the RC1 for destruction of records, with a unanimous vote (4-0). The commission also reviewed the city's current records manual and the Ohio Historical Society's manual, deciding to review both and make suggestions for a new manual. No other substantive decisions were made.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the RC3 with corrections and the RC1 for destruction. RESULT: (Yes 4, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Martina Dillon
4 yea
Michael Davis yea · Don Buczek yea · Martina Dillon yea · Donald Burchett yea
Thu Nov 7, 2024 · 11:00

General

Merit Commission to review firefighter, police, sergeant hiring

The Merit System Commission is meeting to approve prior minutes and conduct business on hiring for full-time firefighter entry level, full-time police officer lateral, and full-time sergeant positions. No other substantive items are listed.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves three fire and police hiring ads

The Merit System Commission approved advertisements for three open full-time firefighter positions, one full-time police officer lateral transfer, and one police sergeant promotional position. All three motions passed unanimously (3-0). The meeting was procedural, with no other substantive decisions.

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the Entry Level Firefighter advertisement. RESULT: (Yes 3, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Jim Kempe
3 yea
Mary Woeste yea · Jim Kempe yea · Dave Rodehaver yea
to approve the full-time Police Officer Lateral advertisement. RESULT: (Yes 3, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Dave Rodehaver
2 yea
Mary Woeste yea · Jim Kempe yea
to approve the Police Sergeant Promotional advertisement. RESULT: (Yes 3, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Dave Rodehaver
3 yea
Mary Woeste yea · Jim Kempe yea · Dave Rodehaver yea
Wed Nov 6, 2024 · 10:00

General

Records Commission to review records for destruction

The Moraine Records Commission is meeting to approve minutes from a prior meeting and review RC1 and RC3 records for destruction. This is a routine administrative meeting with no major policy decisions on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Records Commission approves minutes, discusses destruction rules

The Records Commission approved the August 28, 2023 minutes. Members discussed the process for destroying records, including requirements for RC2 and RC3 forms and Historical Society approval. They also appointed Kim Wallace as temporary secretary and discussed compliance with state records laws.

Tue Nov 5, 2024 · 18:00

General

Board to weigh fence height variance at 5000 Shank Road

The Moraine Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to approve prior minutes and decide on a single variance request. The applicant seeks a fence and gate height variance for the front yard at 5000 Shank Road. No other substantive business is listed.

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✓ Decided: Board of Zoning Appeals approves fence height variance for 5000 Shank Road

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance for Nancy Beane at 5000 Shank Road to construct a five-foot-high fence and gate in the front yard. This exceeds the standard three-foot height limit for ornamental fences in the A-1 Agricultural District. The project must still follow the Ohio Building Code and undergo a Building Plan Review.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the applcation for BZA Case 2024-04; Mrs. Duff seconded the RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of Board of Zoning Appeals Held November 5, 2024 Page 2 of 2 motion. RESULT: Passed (Yes 3, No 0…
3 yea
Jim Kempe yea · Sharon Duff yea · Patricia Bond yea
Mon Nov 4, 2024 · 11:00

General

Council to discuss 2025 budget at special meeting

The Moraine City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the 2025 budget. The agenda includes only this budget discussion, followed by adjournment, with no other business items listed.

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Thu Oct 24, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

Council to vote on $4.38M municipal building modernization contract

The Moraine City Council will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a zoning change, supplemental appropriations, and multiple contracts. The most consequential item is a resolution to accept a $4,379,728 bid for the Municipal Building Modernization Project. The council will also vote on three collective bargaining agreements with police units and a flooring materials purchase.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $4.38M municipal building modernization contract

The Moraine City Council approved a $4,379,728 contract with Greater Dayton Construction Group for the Municipal Building Modernization Project, along with three police collective bargaining agreements and a flooring purchase. Council also approved a zoning change at 2853 Gladstone Street and supplemental appropriations for 2024. The meeting included several procedural agenda amendments and reports from city departments.

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to amend the agenda to add RES 8082-24 as presented by Ms. Dillon. RESULT: (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Jeanette Marcus
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
to amend the agenda to add RES 8083-24 as presented by Ms. Dillon. RESULT: (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
to amend the agenda to add RES 8084-24 as presented by Ms. Dillon. RESULT: (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Ora Allen
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
to amend the agenda to add RES 7699-20 as presented by Ms. Dillon. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of City Council Held October 24, 2024 Page 3 of 7 RESULT: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Jeanette…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Ordinance allows for the re-zoning of 2853 Gladstone Street from an R-2 to an R-3. This re-zoning was approved by the Planning Commission for City Council consideration on August 20, 2024. RESULT…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Ordinance at this meeting. RESULT: (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Ora Allen
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Ordinance to make supplemental appropriations for current expenses and other expenditures of the City of Moraine, State of Ohio for the period January 1, 2024 to December RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS…
6 yea
Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution accepting the bid of and authorizing the City Manager to enter into a contract with Greater Dayton Construction Group, Inc. to provide materials and services for the City of Moraine…
5 yea
Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution approving a Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Moraine and the Moraine Police Association for the Moraine Dispatch Bargaining Unit. RESULT: (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0)…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution approving a Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Moraine and the Moraine Police Association for the Police Department Patrol Officers Bargaining Unit. RESULT: (Yes 7, No 0…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution approving a Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Moraine and the Moraine Police Association for the Police Department Sergeants Bargaining Unit. RESULT: (Yes 7, No 0…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
to accept the proposal of Shaw Integrated and Turf Solutions, Inc. via Sourcewell (formerly NJPA) to purchase flooring materials for use by the Building and Maintenance Division with respect to the…
6 yea
Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Thu Oct 24, 2024 · 18:10

City Council

Council to discuss 2025 out-of-county travel for members

The Moraine City Council Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss routine business, including approval of prior minutes and a proposal for out-of-county travel for council members in 2025. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major legislative items listed.

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✓ Decided: Council approved executive session and 2025 out-of-county travel

The Moraine City Council Committee of the Whole approved a motion to hold an executive session regarding city property, employee compensation, and union negotiations. The council also unanimously approved a housekeeping item allowing council members to travel outside Montgomery County in 2025. No other substantive business was conducted, as all department reports were listed as 'No report.'

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to have an Executive Session at the end of this meeting as outlined by the Law Director with no business to follow. RESULT: (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have an Executive Session at the end of this meeting as outlined by the Law Director with no business to follow. RESULT: (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt AYES: Jeanette…
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
Thu Oct 24, 2024 · 18:15

General

Investment board to review Q3 report, hear from advisor

The Treasury Investment Board is meeting to approve minutes from July and receive the 3rd Quarter Investment Report. A speaker from Huntington Bank will address the board. No votes on new spending or policy are listed on this agenda.

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✓ Decided: Treasury Investment Board approves July minutes, hears Q3 report

The Treasury Investment Board approved the July 25, 2024 meeting minutes as submitted. The board heard a third-quarter investment report from Acting Finance Director Lora Perry and a presentation from Huntington Bank's investment advisor. No other business was discussed, and the meeting adjourned at 6:45 p.m.

Tue Oct 22, 2024 · 17:10

General

Council to discuss privacy trees and Tree City USA status

The Tree Board is meeting to approve minutes and discuss business items, including trees and shrubs for privacy and information about Tree City USA. The agenda is largely procedural with two discussion topics.

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✓ Decided: Tree Board approves August minutes, hears privacy and Tree City updates

The Tree Board approved the August 12, 2024 minutes as submitted. City Planner Nick Sorice presented an overview of zoning and privacy regulations for trees and shrubs, and discussed the benefits of planting them. He also provided a Tree City USA summary and noted that he and Parks & Recreation Director Brent Shane will apply for 2024 Tree City USA status. No other business was conducted.

Tue Oct 22, 2024 · 17:00

General

Parks board to review master plan, Halloween and Christmas events

The Board of Parks and Recreation is meeting to discuss the Master Parks Plan, review the Boo Bash/Community Halloween Party, and plan the Christmas Tree Lighting. The agenda is mostly routine business with no votes on contracts or ordinances listed.

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✓ Decided: Parks board approves August minutes, hears updates on Master Parks Plan and holiday events

The Board of Parks and Recreation approved the August 12, 2024 minutes as submitted. The rest of the meeting was informational: staff gave updates on the Master Parks Plan survey data, the Boo Bash wrap-up, the Community Halloween party, and planning for the December 6 Christmas Tree Lighting. No other motions, votes, or formal decisions were recorded.

Tue Oct 15, 2024 · 18:00

General

Moraine Planning Commission to hear TA-01-2024 presentation

The Moraine Planning Commission meets on October 15, 2024 at 6:00 PM in Council Chambers. The agenda lists approval of the August 20, 2024 meeting minutes and a presentation on TA-01-2024 under Business. The agenda does not describe what TA-01-2024 concerns, and no other substantive items are listed.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission tables recreational marijuana text amendment for town hall

The Moraine Planning Commission tabled a decision on a text amendment to prohibit adult-use recreational marijuana facilities, sales, cultivation, and permitting in all zoning districts. The commission voted unanimously (3-0) to table the item and hold a town hall with residents to gather more input. No final decision was made on the amendment.

Thu Oct 10, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

Moraine council to vote on 2853 Gladstone Street rezoning and police, streets labor agreements

Moraine City Council meets October 10, 2024 to consider a zoning change for 2853 Gladstone Street, a fact-finding report on a police collective bargaining agreement, and a memorandum of understanding with the Dayton Public Service Union for Streets and Park Department employees. Council will also hear monthly reports from the acting finance director and city manager, and swear in two Fire Division members. The agenda includes no guest speakers and lists an executive session without stating its topic.

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✓ Decided: Council approves police and streets labor agreements

The Moraine City Council approved three resolutions: accepting a resignation and appointing a new representative to the Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission, approving a fact-finding report on police labor negotiations, and authorizing a memorandum of understanding with the Dayton Public Service Union. All resolutions passed unanimously. The council also added two resolutions to the agenda and held a first reading on a zoning change for 2853 Gladstone Street.

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to add Resolution 8079-24 to tonight's agenda, as outlined by the Law Director. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to add Resolution 8080-24 to tonight's agenda, as outlined by the Law Director. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Jeanette Marcus
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution appoints City Engineer Lauren Alvarado as Representative to the Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission Technical Advisory Committee and accepts the resignation of City Manager Michael…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution approves a Fact-Finding Report with regard to the Moraine Police Association Labor Negotiations. He added that if approved, this action would be forwarded to the State Employment Relations…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution 8073-24 on September 12, 2024. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Mike Daugherty
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Thu Oct 10, 2024 · 18:10

City Council

Moraine council to discuss bid award for City Modernization Project

Moraine City Council's Committee of the Whole meets October 10, 2024 at 6:10 PM at the Moraine Municipal Building, 4200 Dryden Road. The agenda includes approval of the September 26, 2024 minutes, reports from the Acting Finance Director, City Manager, Mayor, Law Director, and Clerk of Council, and a discussion on a bid award for the City of Moraine Modernization Project. The meeting also allows three minutes for questions on legislation, followed by persons appearing before council, staff and council reports, and a possible executive session. No specific dollar amounts or contract details are included in the agenda text.

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✓ Decided: Council moves to award $4.38M city building modernization project

Council voted to prepare legislation to award the City Building Modernization Project to Greater Dayton Construction Group, with a low base bid of $4,379,728. A separate motion passed to prepare legislation for a supplemental appropriation to cover the funding gap. The project includes mechanical system upgrades, energy efficiency, ADA accessibility, and security improvements.

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to have legislation prepared to award the City Building Modernization Project to Greater Dayton Construction Group. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 5, No 1, Abstained 1) MOVER: Ora Allen
5 yea · 1 nay
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Teri Murphy nay
motion to have legislation prepared for a supplemental appropriation regarding the City Building Modernization Project. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 5, No 1, Abstained 1) MOVER: Mike Daugherty
5 yea · 1 nay
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Teri Murphy nay
Thu Oct 3, 2024 · 11:00

General

Moraine Merit System Commission to consider change to Rule 10 on examinations

The Moraine Merit System Commission meets on October 3, 2024 at 11:00 AM in Council Chambers. The agenda lists approval of the September 5, 2024 meeting minutes and one business item: a proposed rule change to Rule 10 - Examinations. No other details or dollar amounts are provided in the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Merit Commission approves Rule 10 exam changes

The Merit System Commission approved a rule change to Rule 10, expanding examination types for original appointment positions. They also terminated the current Entry Level Police Officer eligibility list after three hires. The commission discussed draft job ads and a potential Sergeant process for a January retirement.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to approve the rule change to Rule 10 of the Merit System Commission Rules. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 3, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Mary Woeste
3 yea
Mary Woeste yea · Jim Kempe yea · Dave Rodehaver yea
motion to terminate the Entry Level Police Officer list. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 3, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Dave Rodehaver
3 yea
Mary Woeste yea · Jim Kempe yea · Dave Rodehaver yea
Thu Sep 26, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

Moraine Council holds hearing on rezoning 2853 Gladstone Street

Moraine City Council meets September 26, 2024, opening with a public hearing on rezoning case R-02-2024 for 2853 Gladstone Street, including a staff report and comments from opponents and proponents. The regular meeting includes approval of the September 12 minutes, an RTA presentation, monthly reports from the acting finance director and mayor's court, and one resolution (8077-24) accepting Budget Commission amounts and rates and authorizing tax levies certified to the County Auditor. No ordinances are on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Council approves tax levies and certifies to county auditor

The Moraine City Council held a public hearing on a rezoning request for 2853 Gladstone Street, but no decision was made on it during this meeting. The only substantive action taken was the unanimous approval of a resolution accepting the Budget Commission's tax levy amounts and certifying them to the Montgomery County Auditor. The meeting also included reports and presentations, but no other ordinances or resolutions were considered.

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Resolution accepts the amounts and rates as determined by the Budget Commission and also authorizes the necessary tax levies and certifies them to the Montgomery County Auditor. RESULT: Passed, (Yes…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Thu Sep 26, 2024 · 18:10

City Council

Moraine council to decide rezoning case R-02-2024 for 2853 Gladstone Street

Moraine City Council's Committee of the Whole meets September 26, 2024 at 6:10 PM at the Moraine Municipal Building, 4200 Dryden Road. The agenda lists a decision on rezoning case R-02-2024 for 2853 Gladstone Street, a discussion of the Master Park Plan, and an appointment for an MVRPC - TAC representative. The meeting also includes approval of the September 12, 2024 minutes, reports, and a possible executive session. No dollar amounts or ordinance details appear in the supplied agenda.

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✓ Decided: Council directs rezoning of 2853 Gladstone St to R-3

The Committee of the Whole approved motions to prepare legislation for rezoning 2853 Gladstone Street from R-2 to R-3, to appoint City Engineer Lauren Alvarado as the MVRPC-TAC representative, and to hold an executive session on negotiations and property disposition. The meeting also included an update on the Master Parks Plan engagement phase and reports from staff.

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to have an Executive Session at the end of this meeting as outlined by the Law Director with no business to follow. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of…
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have legislation prepared for the rezoning at 2853 Gladstone Street. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Teri Murphy
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have legislation prepared for the next meeting appointing Lauren Alvarado as the new TAC representative for the MVRPC. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Mike Daugherty…
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
Thu Sep 12, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

Moraine council weighs new union contracts and $28K in added road and parking lot work

Moraine City Council meets September 12, 2024 to vote on two new three-year collective bargaining agreements with the Dayton Public Service Union, Local 101 covering Building Maintenance and Streets and Parks employees, and on change orders adding about $28,000 to 2024 concrete and parking lot projects. Council will also consider certifying $12,850.90 in unpaid grass and weed cutting charges to the county auditor, an agreement with Kettering to hold prisoners in its municipal jail, and an application for state road funding for the Kettering Blvd. Improvements Project. Several resolutions are noted as still to be added by the Law Director.

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✓ Decided: Moraine City Council approves new labor contracts and infrastructure change orders

City Council approved three-year collective bargaining agreements for building maintenance and streets and parks employees. The council also authorized funding for concrete and parking lot project change orders and an agreement for prisoner housing in Kettering.

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (14 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to excuse Ms. Marcus from tonight's meeting. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Ora Allen
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to add Resolution 8072-24 to tonight's agenda. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Ora Allen
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to add Resolution 8073-24 to tonight's agenda. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to add Resolution 8074-24 to tonight's agenda. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Don Burchett
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to add Resolution 8075-24 to tonight's agenda. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Dave Miller
5 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea
motion to add Resolution 8076-24 to tonight's agenda. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Teri Murphy
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
Ordinance approves an amendment to the City of Moraine's Personnel Policy Manual regarding the definition of the appointing authority. She added this was on for a second and final reading this…
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
Ordinance certifies unpaid charges for grass mowing and weed cutting on certain properties and forwards them to the Montgomery County Auditor to allow for collections with real estate taxes. She…
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
Resolution approves an agreement between the City of Moraine and the City of Kettering for temporary housing of male prisoners in the Kettering Municipal Jail. He added the expenses would be paid…
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
Resolution authorizes a new three-year Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Moraine and the Moraine Building and Maintenance Department, effective September 1, 2024 through August 31…
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
Resolution allows for a new three-year Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Moraine and the Moraine Streets and Parks Department, effective September 1, 2024 through August 28, 2027…
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
[context] RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Donald Burchett
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
Resolution approves a change order for additional work in connection with the 2024 Fire House 30 Parking Lot Rehabilitation Project at an additional cost of $2,786.40. He added the costs would be…
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
Resolution authorizes the submittal of an application for participation in the Ohio Public Works Commission State Capital Improvement and the Local Transportation Improvement Programs in order to…
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
Thu Sep 12, 2024 · 18:10

City Council

Moraine council reviews 2023 financial audit and property tax rates

Moraine City Council's Committee of the Whole meets September 12, 2024 to review the 2023 financial audit and discuss property tax amounts and rates legislation. The agenda also includes approval of the August 22, 2024 meeting minutes, reports from the finance director, city manager, mayor, law director, and clerk, and time for residents to appear before council. An executive session is listed, but no details are given. The agenda does not state any specific dollar amounts, votes, or outcomes.

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✓ Decided: Council approves clean 2023 audit, property tax legislation

The Committee of the Whole approved the August 22, 2024 meeting minutes and voted to prepare legislation for the next regular meeting to accept property tax amounts and rates for existing levies. The 2023 financial audit was reported as clean with no findings or management notes. An executive session was held for sale of City-owned property and employee compensation, with no business to follow.

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to excuse Ms. Marcus from tonight's meeting. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Ora Allen
6 yea
Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have an Executive Session at the end of this meeting, with no business to follow. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
6 yea
Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have legislation prepared for the next meeting for the property tax amounts and rates. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
6 yea
Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
Thu Sep 5, 2024 · 11:00

General

Moraine Merit System Commission to consider changing Rule 10 on examinations

The Moraine Merit System Commission meets on September 5, 2024 at 11:00 AM in Council Chambers. The agenda lists approval of the August 1, 2024 meeting minutes and one business item: a proposed rule change to Rule 10, Examinations. No other business is listed, and the agenda does not state what the rule change would do.

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✓ Decided: Merit Commission advances exam rule change on first reading

The Merit System Commission approved the August 1, 2024 minutes and held the first reading of a proposed rule change to Rule 10, Section 2, which would expand the types of examinations allowed for original appointment positions. No final decision was made on the rule change; it remains pending for further consideration. The next meeting was scheduled for October 3, 2024.

Thu Aug 22, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

Moraine council weighs $15.6M tax abatement for Shearer's Food and $67,549.85 fire equipment buy

Moraine City Council meets August 22, 2024 to vote on ordinances and resolutions covering personnel policy, unpaid grass-mowing charges, supplemental appropriations, a marijuana business moratorium extension, fire department equipment, an Elbee Road bridge design contract, a Shearer's Food tax abatement, and legal and financial consulting agreements. Several items are marked 'To Be Added By Law Director,' so their final text was not in the agenda. The meeting also includes routine reports and an executive session.

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✓ Decided: Council extends adult-use marijuana permit moratorium, approves Shearer's tax abatement

The Moraine City Council unanimously approved a one-year extension of the moratorium on permits for adult-use marijuana dispensaries, cultivators, and processors. It also approved a 10-year, 75% tax abatement for Shearer's Food, LLC for a $15.575 million renovation at 4100 Springboro Pike, expected to create 250 jobs. Other actions included approving a $67,549.85 medic cot purchase, design services for the Elbee Road Bridge replacement, and several financial and legal agreements.

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to add Ordinance 2167-24 to tonight's agenda. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to add Resolution 8069-24 to tonight's agenda. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Ora Allen
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to add Resolution 8070-24 as outlined by the Law Director. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Jeanette Marcus
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
to approve the purchase of 2,000 candy bars for the Boo Bash event. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 1, Abstained 0) MOVER: None
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Ordinance allows for supplemental appropriations in the General Fund for the provision of financial consulting services. She moved to suspend the rules to allow for the second reading and final…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
to approve. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Jeanette Marcus
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution on August 22, 2025. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Donald Burchett
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
Resolution approves the purchase of a medic cot and cot load system for use in the Fire Division's new medic vehicle that would be arriving soon. He added this purchase was from a sole source…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution authorizes the transfer of appropriations within the Engineer's Capital Improvement Fund budget line in order to cover expenses related to the Elbee Road Bridge Replacement Project…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution accepts the proposal and approves the agreement with Fishbeck for design services for the Elbee Road Bridge Replacement Project with costs to be paid from the Capital Improvement Fund…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution approves the application from Shearer's Foods for real property tax abatement in order to make improvements and renovations at 4100 Springboro Pike. She added this should generate 250…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution allows for an agreement with Squire Patton Boggs for legal services in relation to tax increment financing, with costs to be paid from the General Fund. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution approves an agreement with the Shared Resource Center for financial consulting services, with total costs not to exceed $50,000.00 and paid from the General Fund. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Thu Aug 22, 2024 · 18:10

City Council

Moraine council to discuss Kettering City Jail Agreement

Moraine City Council's Committee of the Whole meets August 22, 2024 to review the minutes of its August 8 meeting and take up one business item: a Kettering City Jail Agreement. The agenda also sets aside time for reports from the finance director, city manager, mayor, law director and clerk, plus public comment and a possible executive session. No dollar amounts, ordinance numbers, or other legislation appear in the supplied agenda.

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✓ Decided: Council directs staff to prepare Kettering jail contract renewal

The Committee of the Whole approved minutes from August 8, 2024, and directed staff to prepare legislation for a contract renewal with the Kettering City Jail for housing public intoxication subjects. The council also voted unanimously to enter an executive session for pending litigation, labor negotiations, and confidential matters, with no business to follow.

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to have an Executive Session at the end of this meeting with no business to follow as outlined by the Law Director. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of…
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have legislation prepared for the next Regular Council meeting for the Kettering City Jail agreement. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Teri Murphy
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
Tue Aug 20, 2024 · 18:00

General

Moraine Planning Commission holds public hearing on zoning change for 2853 Gladstone Street

The Moraine Planning Commission meets on August 20, 2024, opening with a public hearing on R-02-2024, a zoning district change for 2853 Gladstone Street. A staff report on the zoning change is listed, followed by time for opponents and proponents to speak. The commission will then close the hearing, call the meeting to order, and consider approval of minutes from its July 23, 2024 meeting. The agenda lists no other business items.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves rezoning at 2853 Gladstone Street

The Planning Commission held a public hearing and unanimously approved a zoning change for 2853 Gladstone Street, changing the district from R-2 (Single Family Residence) to R-3 (One and Two Family Residence). The applicant, Billie Pierce, requested the change to allow construction of single-story homes on two lots. No opponents or proponents spoke at the hearing. The minutes also include approval of the July 23, 2024 meeting minutes.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to approve the application for Case No. R-02-2024. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 3, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Caleb Stapleton
3 yea
Dave Rodehaver yea · Caleb Stapleton yea · Kevin Howard yea
Mon Aug 12, 2024 · 17:00

General

Moraine parks board to discuss Master Park Plan and upcoming programming

The Board of Parks and Recreation meets August 12, 2024 at 5:00 PM in Council Chambers. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the June 18, 2024 meeting and discussion items on the Fourth of July wrap-up, Halloween events, the Master Park Plan, and upcoming parks programming. No ordinances, contracts, or dollar amounts appear on this agenda.

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✓ Decided: Board approves June minutes; discusses Fourth of July, Halloween, park plan

The Board of Parks and Recreation approved the June 18, 2024 meeting minutes as submitted. No formal decisions were made; the meeting focused on reports and discussions about upcoming events, the Master Park Plan survey, and programming.

Mon Aug 12, 2024 · 17:10

General

Moraine Tree Board meets Aug 12 to approve June minutes and discuss fall tree planting tips

The Moraine Tree Board is scheduled to meet on August 12, 2024 at 5:10 PM in Council Chambers. The agenda lists approval of the June 18, 2024 meeting minutes and one business item on fall tree planting tips. No ordinances, contracts, or public hearings appear on this agenda.

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✓ Decided: Tree Board approves June minutes, plans fall planting

The Tree Board approved the June 18, 2024 meeting minutes as submitted. Staff discussed fall tree planting tips and provided an update on Tree City USA certification efforts. The next meeting was scheduled for October 15, 2024.

Thu Aug 8, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

Moraine Council to vote on 20-year Comprehensive Land Use Plan and two zoning changes

Moraine City Council meets August 8, 2024 to consider three ordinances and three resolutions. The most consequential is Ordinance 2162-24, which would adopt a Comprehensive Land Use Plan for 2024-2044 and amend Chapters 1101 and 1105 of the Moraine Codified Ordinances. Council will also vote on a zoning change at 4305 Soldiers Home West Carrollton Road and several vehicle purchases.

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✓ Decided: Moraine City Council adopts 2024-2044 Comprehensive Land Use Plan

City Council approved a new 20-year Comprehensive Land Use Plan to replace the 1995 version. The council also approved a zoning change for a property on Soldiers Home West Carrollton Road and authorized the purchase of two new vehicles.

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to add an Executive Session as outlined by the Law Director. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Ora Allen
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to add Resolution 8063-24 as outlined by the Law Director. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of City Council Held August 8, 2024 Page 3 of 6 RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Ora…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
to approve. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
to approve. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Dave Miller
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
to approve. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Donald Burchett
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution approves the purchase of a Chevy Silverado truck for use by the Building and Maintenance Department. He added this would replace a 24-year-old vehicle and is a budgeted item with the cost…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution 8047-24 and allows for the purchase of a new vehicle for use by the Police Division at a total price of $65,235.50. She added this purchase would replace a police vehicle that was damaged…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution allows for the attached listed items to be declared no longer useable by the City and the items would be disposed of through auction, donation, or a trade-in program. RESULT: Passed, (Yes…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to approve Resolution 8063-24. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of City Council Held August 8, 2024 Page 5 of 6 MOVER: Jeanette Marcus
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Thu Aug 8, 2024 · 18:10

City Council

Moraine council to discuss Elbee Road bridge design costs and a Shearer's CRA

Moraine City Council's Committee of the Whole meets August 8, 2024 to discuss several items, including design costs for the Elbee Road bridge, a CRA involving Project Crispy/Shearer's, a fire division equipment purchase, grass mowing assessments, PPM revisions, and Boo Bash giveaway items. The agenda also includes routine items like approval of the July 25, 2024 minutes, reports from staff and council, and a possible executive session. No legislation is listed for a vote at this meeting.

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✓ Decided: Council moves to extend adult-use cannabis moratorium for 12 months

The Committee of the Whole directed staff to prepare legislation for several infrastructure and administrative items. Council also agreed to purchase full-size candy bars for the Boo Bash event.

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to add Item G for discussion of adult use cannabis. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
6 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea
motion to have an Executive Session at the end of this meeting as outlined by the Law Director. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Teri Murphy
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have legislation prepared for this project. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Ora Allen
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have legislation prepared for the Shearer's CRA. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have legislation prepared for the cot and cot load system purchase for the Fire Division. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Teri Murphy
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have legislation prepared for the grass mowing assessments. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Teri Murphy
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have legislation prepared as outlined by the Law Director. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
[context] RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0)
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have legislation prepared for the next meeting to extend the moratorium another 12 months. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
Thu Aug 1, 2024 · 11:00

General

Moraine Merit System Commission to discuss a proposed change to the hiring process

The Moraine Merit System Commission meets on August 1, 2024 at 11:00 AM in Council Chambers. The agenda lists approval of the July 11, 2024 meeting minutes and one business item, a proposed change of practice to the hiring process. No other details, dollar amounts, or decisions are specified in the agenda text.

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✓ Decided: Police hiring process changes discussed, first reading deferred

The Merit System Commission discussed proposed changes to the police hiring process, including running ads until positions are filled, running entry-level and lateral-entry ads simultaneously, allowing alternative test formats, and monthly certification of applicant lists. No formal vote was taken; the first reading was deferred pending further review of Sections One and Four by the Law Director. The minutes were approved as submitted.

Thu Jul 25, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

Moraine council to vote on 20-year land use plan and zoning change at 430 Soldiers Home West Carrollton Road

Moraine City Council meets July 25, 2024 to consider three ordinances and one resolution. The ordinances would adopt a Comprehensive Land Use Plan for 2024-2044, rezone two city lots at 430 Soldiers Home West Carrollton Road from Conservation to R-2 Single Family Residential, and amend the military leave section of the personnel policy manual. A resolution would repeal and replace a March 14, 2024 resolution to authorize the City Manager to accept a Tim Lally Chevrolet quote for two Silverado trucks for the Police Division at $127,271.00.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $127,271 purchase of two police trucks

The Moraine City Council approved a resolution to repeal a prior resolution and authorize the purchase of two Chevrolet Silverado trucks for the Police Division at a total cost of $127,271, including aftermarket equipment. The vote was unanimous (6-0). Several ordinances were introduced for first reading, including the Comprehensive Land Use Plan, a zoning change, and a military leave policy update, with final adoption scheduled for August 8.

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to excuse Mr. Daugherty from tonight's meeting. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to add Resolution 8059-24 to tonight's agenda, as outlined by the Law Director. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Jeanette Marcus
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
[context] RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Ora Allen
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Thu Jul 25, 2024 · 18:10

City Council

Moraine council to discuss vehicle purchases, police cruiser price adjustment, Christmas lights

Moraine City Council's Committee of the Whole meets July 25, 2024 at 6:10 PM at the Moraine Municipal Building, 4200 Dryden Road. The agenda lists three business items: a Building and Maintenance Department vehicle purchase, a discussion of 2024 Christmas lights, and a police cruiser purchase price adjustment. The meeting also includes approval of the July 11, 2024 minutes, reports from staff and council, and a possible executive session. No dollar amounts, contract details, or outcomes are stated in the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Council requests legislation for new maintenance truck and police cruiser

The Committee of the Whole approved requests for legislation to purchase a replacement vehicle for the Building and Maintenance Department and a replacement police cruiser. Council also discussed the logistics and staffing of installing 2024 Christmas lights.

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to excuse Mr. Daugherty from tonight's meeting. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
6 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have an Executive Session at the end of this meeting as outlined by the Law Director with no business to follow. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Teri Murphy
6 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have legislation prepared for the purchase of a 2024 Chevy Silverado truck for use by the Building and Maintenance Division. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Teri Murphy
6 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have legislation prepared for the police cruiser purchase adjustment as outlined by Chief Richardson. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
6 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
Thu Jul 25, 2024 · 18:15

General

Moraine Treasury Investment Board to review 2nd Quarter Investment Report

The Moraine Treasury Investment Board meets on July 25, 2024 at 6:15 PM in Council Chambers. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the April 25, 2024 meeting and a review of the 2nd Quarter Investment Report. No ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are listed.

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✓ Decided: Treasury Investment Board approves April meeting minutes

The Treasury Investment Board approved the minutes from the April 25, 2024 meeting. Acting Finance Director Lora Perry presented the 2nd Quarter Investment Report, noting a portfolio cost basis value of $35,208,191.03.

Tue Jul 23, 2024 · 18:00

General

Moraine Planning Commission to review two lot splits: 4100 Springboro Pike and Dayton Boat Club

The Moraine Planning Commission meets July 23, 2024 at 6:00 PM in Council Chambers. The agenda includes approval of the May 21, 2024 meeting minutes and two business items: a lot split at 4100 Springboro Pike (S-02-2024) and a replat for the Dayton Boat Club (S-03-2024). No other business is listed.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves lot split and replat for two properties

The Planning Commission approved a lot split for a property on Springboro Pike and a replat for the Dayton Boat Club. Both requests were passed unanimously.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to approve the application for Case no. S-02-2024. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 3, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Caleb Stapleton
3 yea
Dave Rodehaver yea · Caleb Stapleton yea · Kevin Howard yea
motion to approve the application for case no. S-03-2024. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 3, No 0, Abstained 0) RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of Planning Commission Held July 23, 2024 Page 2 of 2 MOVER: Dave…
3 yea
Dave Rodehaver yea · Caleb Stapleton yea · Kevin Howard yea
Thu Jul 11, 2024 · 11:00

General

Commission to certify entry-level police officer list

The Merit System Commission is meeting to approve minutes from June 13, 2024, and to certify and release the entry-level police officer eligibility list. This is a routine administrative meeting with no other substantive business listed.

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✓ Decided: Police officer eligibility list certified and released

The Merit System Commission certified and released the Entry Level Police Officer list, allowing candidates to proceed in the hiring process. The commission also discussed potential changes to recruitment practices, including running multiple processes and using longer or open-ended application periods, pending further research by the Law Director.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to certify and release the Entry Level Police Officer list. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 3, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Jim Kempe
3 yea
Mary Woeste yea · Jim Kempe yea · Dave Rodehaver yea
Thu Jul 11, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

Council to hold public hearings on rezoning and comprehensive plan

The Moraine City Council will hold two public hearings: one on a rezoning request for 4305 Soldiers Home West Carrollton Road (S-01-2024) and another on the Moraine Comprehensive Plan. Following the hearings, the council will consider two resolutions: one authorizing a School Resource Officer agreement with West Carrollton City Schools, and another authorizing ODOT to resurface a roadway (MOT 741-8.38). The meeting also includes routine reports and approval of prior minutes.

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✓ Decided: Council approves school resource officer and SR 741 resurfacing project

City Council authorized a memorandum of understanding to provide a school resource officer for the 2024-2025 school year. Council also approved a resolution for the Ohio Department of Transportation to resurface State Route 741 in 2026.

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to appoint Ms. Marcus as temporary Deputy Mayor. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 4, No 0, Abstained 1) MOVER: Mike Daugherty
4 yea
Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea
motion to excuse Mayor Murphy and Mrs. Whitt from tonight's meeting. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 5, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Mike Daugherty
5 yea
Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution allows for a Memorandum of Understanding with West Carrollton City Schools in order to provide a School Resource Officer to serve at the schools for the 2024-2025 school year. RECORD OF…
5 yea
Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution authorizes the Ohio Department of Transportation to secure the paving of State Route 741 from Northlawn Avenue to I-75 in 2026. She added this program is administered by ODOT and the…
5 yea
Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Thu Jul 11, 2024 · 18:10

City Council

Council to decide rezoning at 4305 Soldiers Home West Carrollton Road

The Moraine City Council Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and decide on a rezoning request for 4305 Soldiers Home West Carrollton Road, review the Moraine Comprehensive Plan, and discuss a military leave policy. The agenda also includes routine items like approving prior minutes and reports from staff and council members.

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✓ Decided: Council directs drafting of rezoning, comprehensive plan, military leave legislation

The Committee of the Whole voted unanimously to direct staff to prepare legislation for three items: rezoning 4305 Soldiers Home West Carrollton Road from Conservation to R-2 Single-Family Residential, adopting the new Moraine Comprehensive Plan, and revising the military leave policy to follow Ohio Revised Code (ORC) 5923.05. The military leave discussion included a union grievance alleging non-compliance with state law, but no final decision was made on the policy itself. All votes were 5-0, with Mayor Murphy and Councilmember Whitt absent.

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to excuse Mayor Murphy and Mrs. Whitt from tonight's meeting. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 5, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Mike Daugherty
5 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea
motion to have legislation prepared for the rezoning of 4305 Soldiers Home West Carrollton Road. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 5, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Mike Daugherty
5 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea
motion to have legislation prepared for the next Regular meeting for the adoption of the Moraine Comprehensive Plan. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 5, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Dave Miller
5 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea
motion to have legislation prepared for the next Regular Council meeting for the military leave policy following the ORC. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 5, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Ora Allen
5 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea
Tue Jul 2, 2024 · 18:00

General

Moraine zoning board to decide BZA 2024-03 after public hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing and then decide on case BZA 2024-03. The agenda includes a staff report, public comment, and a vote on the case, along with approval of the February 6, 2024 meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Board approves 14-foot front deck with setback variance

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved BZA case 2024-03, granting Paul Allison a variance to build a 14-foot front deck at 3055 Dorf Drive that encroaches 3 feet 9 inches into the required 25-foot front yard setback. The motion passed unanimously (4-0). The board also approved the February 6, 2024 meeting minutes as submitted.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to approve the application for BZA case 2024-03. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 4, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Tom Hicks
4 yea
Jim Kempe yea · Sharon Duff yea · Patricia Bond yea · Tom Hicks yea
Thu Jun 27, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

Council to vote on opioid settlement, insurance renewal, and $225K Shearer's deal

The Moraine City Council is meeting to consider three resolutions: renewing property and casualty insurance through the Public Entities Pool of Ohio at a cost not to exceed $211,031, authorizing participation in a new National Opioid Settlement with Kroger, and approving an Economic Development/Government Equity agreement for up to $225,000 to assist Shearer's Food (Project Crispy) with facility improvements at 4100 Springboro Pike. The agenda also includes oaths of office for three fire division members and routine reports from city staff and committees.

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✓ Decided: Council renews insurance, joins opioid settlement, approves ED/GE deal

The council unanimously approved three resolutions: renewing property and casualty insurance through PEP at up to $211,031, authorizing participation in a national opioid settlement with Kroger, and approving an ED/GE agreement with Montgomery County and Shearer's Food for up to $225,000 for improvements at 4100 Springboro Pike. All votes were 7-0. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise procedural.

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Resolution approves the renewal of the City's property and casualty insurance coverage. She added the cost was a budgeted item and would be paid from the General Fund. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution allows the City of Moraine to participate in a new national opioid settlement with Kroger. He added this would permit the City to become eligible to RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of City…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution authorizes the agreements between the City and Montgomery County and the City and Shearer's Food for incentives and improvements with ED/GE grant funds at 4100 Springboro Pike. RESULT…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Thu Jun 27, 2024 · 18:10

City Council

Council to discuss Elbee Road bridge, ODOT paving, SRO deal

The Moraine City Council Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several business items, including the Elbee Road bridge replacement, ODOT urban paving, a school resource officer agreement with West Carrollton Schools for the 2024-2025 school year, and an update on Wax Park site grading. The agenda is largely discussion-oriented, with no final votes scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Council tables Elbee Road bridge design contract, seeks more info

The City Council tabled the Elbee Road bridge design contract after the cost estimate came in at $265,745, more than double the anticipated $100,000. Council also directed staff to prepare legislation for ODOT urban paving on State Route 741 and for a school resource officer agreement with West Carrollton Schools. An executive session was held on employee compensation, with no business to follow.

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to have an executive session after this meeting with no business to follow as outlined by the Law Director. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of…
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to table this item to a further date. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Teri Murphy
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have legislation prepared for the ODOT urban paving from Northlawn to I-75. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have legislation prepared to enter into an agreement with West Carrollton Schools for the SRO. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Mike Daugherty
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
Tue Jun 18, 2024 · 15:30

General

Moraine council holds special meeting with no public business, only executive session

This is a special council meeting with no public business on the agenda. The only substantive item is an executive session to discuss employment of public employees and confidential matters under Ohio law. No votes or decisions are scheduled for public view.

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✓ Decided: Council held a special meeting with no public business, only an executive session.

The Moraine City Council held a special meeting on June 18, 2024, with no public business items on the agenda. The council unanimously voted to enter an executive session to discuss confidential matters related to public employee employment. No decisions were made in the public portion of the meeting.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to adjourn into Executive Session for matters related to employment of public employee(s) in accordance with O.R.C. 121.22(G)(1) and to discuss matters to be kept confidential by state statute…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Tue Jun 18, 2024 · 17:00

General

Moraine parks board to review summer camps, July 4 event, master plan

The Board of Parks and Recreation is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on several items, including the 2024 summer camps, the 4th of July event, the 2024 Master Park Plan, and City Beautification Awards. The agenda also includes approval of the April 16, 2024 meeting minutes. No specific recommendations or dollar amounts are listed in the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Parks board approves minutes, hears summer camp and July 4 updates

The Board of Parks and Recreation approved the April 16, 2024 meeting minutes and excused an absent member. Staff reported on summer camp enrollment, readiness for the July 4th event, and the start of the Master Park Plan process. No formal policy decisions were made.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to excuse Mrs. Grooms from tonight's meeting. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 4, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Patricia Bond
4 yea
Sylvia Harlow yea · Patricia Bond yea · Sharon Duff yea · Jeanie Gay yea
Tue Jun 18, 2024 · 17:10

General

Moraine Tree Board to review Arbor Day and planting guide

The Moraine Tree Board is meeting to approve its April minutes and discuss an Arbor Day summary and a bare-root tree planting guide. The agenda is routine and contains no major decisions or public hearings.

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✓ Decided: Moraine Tree Board hears Arbor Day recap, tree concerns; no new actions taken

The Moraine Tree Board met June 18, 2024, excused one absent member, and approved its April 16, 2024 minutes as submitted. Members heard reports on Arbor Day activities and a bare-root tree planting guide, and discussed dying trees at Deer Meadow Park and possible soil testing tied to the Master Park Plan. No new tree-planting, memorial tree, or grant decisions were made; the next meeting was set for Tuesday, August 13 at 5:10 PM.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to excuse Mrs. Grooms from tonight's meeting. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 4, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Patricia Bond
4 yea
Sylvia Harlow yea · Patricia Bond yea · Sharon Duff yea · Jeanie Gay yea
Thu Jun 13, 2024 · 11:00

General

Police hiring rules and ad on agenda

The Moraine Merit System Commission is meeting to consider a rule change for lateral entry of police patrol officers and to review an advertisement for entry-level police officer positions. The agenda also includes approval of the prior meeting's minutes.

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✓ Decided: Merit Commission approves lateral entry rule change and police ad

The Merit System Commission approved a rule change to allow lateral entry for police patrol officers with equivalent out-of-state certification, and approved an advertisement for entry-level police officers. Discussion on streamlining the hiring process was tabled pending Law Director input.

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to approve the proposed rule change as read by Mrs. Woeste. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 3, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Jim Kempe
3 yea
Mary Woeste yea · Jim Kempe yea · Dave Rodehaver yea
motion to table this discussion item until the members receive further information and feedback from the Law Director. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 3, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Dave Rodehaver
3 yea
Mary Woeste yea · Jim Kempe yea · Dave Rodehaver yea
motion to approve the advertisement for Entry Level police officer. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 3, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Dave Rodehaver
3 yea
Mary Woeste yea · Jim Kempe yea · Dave Rodehaver yea
Thu Jun 13, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

Council to approve $857K roof replacement at three city buildings

The Moraine City Council is meeting to consider several financial and contract items, including supplemental appropriations, a capital fund transfer, a $857,165 roof replacement contract, and a $99,000 park master plan design agreement. The agenda also includes routine reports and approval of prior meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $857,165 roof replacement contract

The Moraine City Council approved a contract with Enterprise Roofing and Sheet Metal Co. for $857,165 to replace roofs at the Payne Recreation Center, Gerhardt Civic Center, and the maintenance shop. They also approved a $99,000 agreement with Brandstetter Carroll, Inc. for the 2024 Master Park Plan, and made supplemental appropriations to fund these projects. Additionally, they voted not to request hearings on two liquor license ownership changes.

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to add Resolution 8052-24 to tonight's agenda. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Teri Murphy
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to remove that item from tonight's meeting. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Teri Murphy
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
to award the City's Master Park Plan. She moved to suspend the rules to allow for the second reading and final adoption at this meeting. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Ora Allen
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to approve. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Ora Allen
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution allows for the transfer of funds between Capital Improvement Funds in the Buildings/Parks Maintenance Department in order to fund the roof replacement project. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution authorizes a contract with The Enterprise Roofing and Sheet Metal Co. for the replacement of roofs at the Payne Recreation Center, the Gerhardt Civic Center, and the City's Maintenance…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution allows for an agreement with Brandstetter Carroll, Inc. for the implementation of the 2024 Master Park Plan for the City of Moraine. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Mike…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to not request a hearing concerning 4250 Chief Woods Lane. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Jeanette Marcus
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to not request a hearing concerning 4520 S. Dixie Highway. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Thu Jun 13, 2024 · 18:10

City Council

Council to discuss Shearer's economic development agreement and insurance renewal

The Moraine City Council Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss two business items: economic development/general fund agreements related to Project Crispy/Shearer's, and the 2024 property liability insurance renewal. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of prior minutes and reports from city officials.

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✓ Decided: Council approves preparing ED/GE agreements for Shearer's project

The Committee of the Whole approved preparing legislation for the City Manager to enter into ED/GE agreements with Montgomery County and Shearer's for Project Crispy, though the business has not officially secured the space. They also approved preparing legislation for the 2024 property/liability insurance renewal at a net cost of $211,031 after a discount, and for participating in the Kroger opioid settlement. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to have an Executive Session at the end of this meeting for matters as outlined by the Law Director, with no business to follow. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt…
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to add the Kroger opioid settlement discussion item to this meeting tonight. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Teri Murphy
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
[context] RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Ora Allen RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of Committee of the Whole Held June 13, 2024 Page 3 of 4
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have the necessary legislation prepared as outlined by the Finance Director. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Ora Allen
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have legislation prepared for the Kroger Opioid Settlement for the next meeting. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
Thu Jun 6, 2024 · 11:00

General

Police hiring rules and ad on agenda

The Moraine Merit System Commission is meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss police hiring matters, including an advertisement for entry-level police officers and a proposed rule change for lateral entry of police patrol officers.

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✓ Decided: Police hiring rule changes discussed; no final approval granted

The Merit System Commission reviewed proposed changes to the Entry Level Police Officer hiring process to expedite recruitment. No advertisements or rule changes were approved during this meeting. The Commission directed staff to consult the City Law Director regarding whether a board interview can replace a written test or if the order of testing can be changed.

Mon Jun 3, 2024 · 16:00

General

Moraine council holds special meeting with no public business

This is a special council meeting with no listed business items. The only substantive action is an executive session to discuss employment and compensation of public employees, followed by adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Council holds special meeting, enters executive session on employee pay

The City Council held a special meeting with no regular business. Members unanimously voted to enter executive session to discuss employment and compensation of public employees, with no further business to follow. The meeting adjourned after reconvening.

4200 Dryden Road, Moraine
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to adjourn into Executive Session for matters pertaining to the employment and compensation of public employee(s), with no business to follow. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Thu May 23, 2024 · 18:10

City Council

Council to discuss city building renovations, roofing, park plan, CDBG

The Moraine City Council Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several business items, including a presentation on city building renovations, a roofing project, the 2024 Master Park Plan, and the 2024 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) application. The agenda also includes routine items like approval of minutes and reports from staff and council members.

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✓ Decided: Moraine council advances $857,921 roofing bid and $99,000 park plan

The Committee of the Whole voted 6-0 to prepare legislation for a capital budget fund transfer to cover the low roofing bid of $857,921.00 from Enterprise Roofing, which is above the project estimate. It also voted 6-0 to prepare a $24,000 supplemental appropriation and an agreement with Brandstetter Carroll for a 2024 Master Park Plan totaling $99,000. Council authorized preparation of a CDBG grant application for ADA ramps and approved an executive session on labor negotiations and potential sale of city-owned real estate. No final ordinances were adopted; the votes were to prepare legislation.

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to excuse Mr. Miller from tonight's meeting. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Teri Murphy
6 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have an Executive Session as outlined by the Law Director after this meeting with no business to follow. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
6 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have legislation prepared for the fund transfer for the building roofing project. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Teri Murphy
6 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have legislation prepared for a supplemental appropriation to add $24,000.00 to the capital budget for the Master Park Plan. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
6 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have legislation prepared to allow the City Manager to enter into an agreement with Brandstetter Carroll for the Master Parks Plan. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Teri…
6 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have legislation prepared as outlined by Mr. Davis. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Ora Allen
6 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Shirley Whitt yea
Thu May 23, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

Council to consider $250,000 loan to Shearer's Foods for relocation

The Moraine City Council is meeting to consider two items: a supplemental appropriations ordinance for 2024 expenses and a resolution authorizing a $250,000 forgiveness loan to Shearer's Foods, LLC for relocation and facility improvements at 4100 Springboro Pike. The agenda also includes routine reports and approval of prior minutes.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $250K Shearer's Foods forgiveness loan

City Council approved a supplemental appropriation transferring funds from the General Fund to the Economic Development Fund to support a forgiveness loan agreement with Shearer's Foods. Council also passed a resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into the $250,000 forgiveness loan agreement for relocation and improvements at 4100 Springboro Pike. Both measures passed unanimously (6-0).

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to excuse Mr. Miller from tonight's meeting. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Ordinance authorizes a supplemental appropriations to transfer funds from the General Fund to the Economic Development Fund in order to support a forgiveness loan agreement with Shearer's Foods. She…
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to approve. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution allows for a $250,000.00 forgiveness loan agreement for Shearer's Foods to assist in the facility relocation and improvements at 4100 Springboro Pike. He added that payroll numbers…
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Tue May 21, 2024 · 18:00

General

Planning Commission to decide zoning change at 4305 Soldiers Home West Carrollton Road

The Moraine Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and then decide on a zoning district change for the property at 4305 Soldiers Home West Carrollton Road. The agenda also includes a review of the comprehensive plan and approval of prior meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves Moraine Comprehensive Plan and property rezoning

The Planning Commission approved the Moraine Comprehensive Plan and a rezoning request for a property at 4305 Soldiers Home West Carrollton Road to allow for a new single-family home. The commission also appointed its Chairperson and Vice Chairperson.

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to appoint Mr. Rodehaver as Chairperson of the Planning Commission. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 2, No 0, Abstained 1) MOVER: Caleb Stapleton
2 yea
Caleb Stapleton yea · Kevin Howard yea
motion to appoint Mr. Howard as Vice Chairperson of the Planning Commission. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of Planning Commission Held May 21, 2024 Page 2 of 3 RESULT: Passed, (Yes 2, No 0, Abstained…
2 yea
Caleb Stapleton yea · Dave Rodehaver yea
motion to approve the application for the rezoning at 4305 Soldiers Home West Carrollton Road. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 3, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Caleb Stapleton
3 yea
Dave Rodehaver yea · Caleb Stapleton yea · Kevin Howard yea
motion to approve the Moraine Comprehensive Plan. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 3, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Caleb Stapleton
3 yea
Dave Rodehaver yea · Caleb Stapleton yea · Kevin Howard yea
Thu May 9, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

Council to approve supplemental appropriations and police vehicle purchase

The Moraine City Council is meeting to consider several routine items, including supplemental appropriations for 2024, a resolution to purchase a new police vehicle, and the appointment of a replacement alternate to the Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission. The agenda also includes reports from city officials and an oath of office for a new police officer.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $62K police cruiser purchase and supplemental appropriations

The Moraine City Council approved supplemental appropriations and a resolution to purchase a new police cruiser from Tim Lally Chevrolet for up to $62,000, replacing a vehicle totaled in a crash. They also declared surplus items for disposal, accepted a resignation and appointed a new alternate to the regional planning commission, and approved the minutes. All votes were unanimous except for abstentions on the planning commission appointment.

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to excuse Mr. Miller and Mr. Burchett from tonight's meeting. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 5, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
5 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to add Resolution 8049-24 to tonight's agenda. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 4, No 0, Abstained 1) MOVER: Jeanette Marcus
4 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Ordinance allows for supplemental appropriations in order to replace a damaged vehicle and purchase a replacement vehicle for the Police Division. She moved to suspend the rules to allow for the…
5 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to adopt. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 5, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Ora Allen
5 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution authorizes the purchase of a new vehicle for the Police Division from Tim Lally Chevrolet. She added this purchase would replace a police vehicle that was damaged by a drunk driver in a…
5 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
that the attached listed items are deemed no longer usable by the City and will be disposed of through auction, donation, or a trade-in program. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 5, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Mike…
5 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to appoint Mike Daugherty as the alternate to the Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 4, No 0, Abstained 1) MOVER: Jeanette Marcus
4 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to appoint Mike Daugherty as the alternate to the Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 4, No 0, Abstained 1) MOVER: Jeanette Marcus AYES: Teri Murphy, Ora Allen…
4 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Thu May 9, 2024 · 18:10

City Council

Council to discuss economic development project and Wax Park grading

The Moraine City Council Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss an economic development project and site grading at Wax Park. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of prior minutes and reports from city staff and council members.

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✓ Decided: Council moves to prepare $250K forgiveness loan for Project Crispy

The Committee of the Whole voted to prepare legislation for a $250,000 forgiveness loan and a supplemental appropriation to support Project Crispy, a proposed economic development project at the former paint shop. The project would bring 250 jobs and a payroll of nearly $12 million. The council also discussed but did not decide on regrading and drainage at Wax Park, deferring to the upcoming Master Park Plan. An executive session was held for property, employment, and union matters.

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to excuse Mr. Miller and Mr. Burchett from tonight's meeting. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 5, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Teri Murphy
5 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have an Executive Session following this meeting for all the items as outlined by the Law Director. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 5, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
5 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have legislation prepared to allow the City Manager to enter into a forgiveness loan as outlined by the City Manager. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 5, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Teri Murphy
5 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have legislation prepared for a supplemental appropriation as outlined by the City Manager. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 5, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Ora Allen
5 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Shirley Whitt yea
Thu May 2, 2024 · 23:00

General

Police officer lateral entry advertisement on agenda

The Moraine Merit System Commission is meeting to approve minutes from April 11, 2024, and to discuss a police officer lateral entry advertisement. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

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✓ Decided: Moraine commission approves lateral police officer hiring ad

The Merit System Commission voted unanimously to terminate the current Entry Level Police Officer list and approved a Lateral Entry Police Officer advertisement to run May 3-30. The commission also discussed but did not decide on a proposal to allow out-of-state certified officers to apply, pending legal review.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to terminate the current Entry Level Police Officer list. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 3, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Mary Woeste
3 yea
Mary Woeste yea · Jim Kempe yea · Dave Rodehaver yea
motion to approve the Lateral Entry Police Officer advertisement. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 3, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Dave Rodehaver RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of Merit System Commission Held May 2…
3 yea
Mary Woeste yea · Jim Kempe yea · Dave Rodehaver yea
Thu Apr 25, 2024 · 18:15

General

Moraine Treasury Board reviews Q1 2024 investment report

The Moraine Treasury Investment Board is meeting to approve minutes from its January 25, 2024 meeting and to review the first quarter 2024 investment report. No other substantive business is listed on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Treasury Board approved January minutes and reviewed Q1 investment report

The Treasury Investment Board approved the minutes from its January 25, 2024 meeting. Finance Director Don Buczek presented the first quarter 2024 investment report, detailing portfolio balances and income gains. No new investment actions or policy changes were voted on during this session.

Thu Apr 25, 2024 · 18:10

City Council

Council to discuss cruiser damage, insurance, replacement; military leave policy

The Moraine City Council Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss two business items: general discussion of marked cruiser damage, insurance payment, and possible replacement, and updates to the City's Military Leave Policy. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and reports from staff and council members.

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✓ Decided: Council tables military leave policy, approves police vehicle purchase

The Moraine City Council voted unanimously to table discussion on the city's military leave policy to allow the Law Director more time to present it at a future meeting. Council also approved preparing a resolution to purchase a police vehicle not to exceed $62,000 and a supplemental appropriation in anticipation of the purchase, both by 7-0 votes. The meeting included an executive session on employment and bargaining matters, with no business following.

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to table the item B discussion on the City military leave policy. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Teri Murphy
6 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have an Executive Session on matters of employment of public employees and employee bargaining issues. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have a Resolution prepared to approve the purchase of a police vehicle, not to exceed $62,000.00. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have a supplemental appropriation prepared in anticipation of the purchase of a police vehicle. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Teri Murphy
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
Thu Apr 25, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

Council to award two construction contracts totaling $378,670

The Moraine City Council is meeting to consider routine business, including approving minutes, receiving reports, and awarding two construction contracts. The main decisions are resolutions to accept bids for the Fire House 30 parking lot rehabilitation and the Kettering Blvd./S. Dixie Drive curb ramp improvements. No ordinances or guest speakers are listed.

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✓ Decided: Council awards $128,770 Fire House 30 parking lot contract

The council approved two resolutions: one awarding a $128,770 contract to Fillmore Construction for the Fire House 30 parking lot rehabilitation, and another awarding a $249,900 contract to America's Decorative Concrete for curb ramp improvements on Kettering Blvd. and S. Dixie Drive. Both passed unanimously (7-0). No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included an oath of office for a new deputy fire chief and various reports.

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Resolution awards the 2024 Fire House 30 Parking Lot Rehabilitation Project to Fillmore Construction. He noted this parking lot project at the station on Pinnacle Park Drive would include the…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution authorizes the 2024 Kettering and Dixie Curb Ramp Program and accepts the bid of America's Decorative Concrete. He noted this work would include ADA compliance, curb ramp installation, and…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Tue Apr 16, 2024 · 17:10

General

Tree Board to discuss Tree City USA and Arbor Day plans

The Moraine Tree Board is meeting to approve its February 20, 2024 minutes and discuss routine business. Items include the Tree City USA program, the 2024 Arbor Day program, and an informational item on mulching trees. No votes on ordinances or contracts are listed.

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✓ Decided: Tree Board approves Feb. 20 minutes, discusses Arbor Day plans

The Tree Board approved the February 20, 2024 meeting minutes as submitted. The board discussed the city's Tree City USA status, an upcoming Arbor Day program, and tree mulching techniques, but took no other formal actions.

Tue Apr 16, 2024 · 17:00

General

Parks board to discuss July 4 event, master plan, summer camp

The Moraine Board of Parks and Recreation is meeting to discuss the Fourth of July event, the Master Park Plan, and summer camp. The board will also approve minutes from its February 20, 2024 meeting. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Board of Parks and Recreation approves February meeting minutes

The board approved the minutes from the February 20, 2024 meeting. Staff provided updates on the Fourth of July event, the Master Park Plan bidding process, and the return of summer camp. No other formal votes were recorded.

Thu Apr 11, 2024 · 18:10

City Council

Council to discuss fire station parking lot and curb ramp projects

The Moraine City Council Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss two capital improvement projects: the 2024 Fire House 30 parking lot rehabilitation and the 2024 Kettering & Dixie curb ramp program. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of prior minutes and reports from city officials.

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✓ Decided: Council advances $128,770 Firehouse 30 parking lot rebuild and Kettering/Dixie curb ramp project

The Committee of the Whole voted 5-0 to have legislation prepared for the 2024 Firehouse 30 Parking Lot Rehabilitation, with the lowest and best bid from Fillmore Construction at $128,770.00. It also voted 5-0 to prepare legislation awarding the 2024 Kettering & Dixie Curb Ramp Program to America's Decorative Concrete. Both were described by City Manager Michael Davis as budgeted items. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no reports from the Finance Director, City Manager, Mayor, Law Director, or Clerk of Council, and no executive session.

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to excuse Mrs. Whitt and Mr. Burchett from tonight's meeting. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 5, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Mike Daugherty
5 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea
motion to have legislation prepared for the 2024 Firehouse 30 Parking Lot Rehabilitation. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 5, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Teri Murphy
5 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea
motion to have legislation prepared to award the Kettering and Dixie Curb Ramp Program to America's Decorative Concrete. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 5, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Mike Daugherty
5 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea
Thu Apr 11, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

Council to vote on $46,316 pavement striping contract and appointments

The Moraine City Council is holding its regular meeting on April 11, 2024, to consider several resolutions, including a contract for the 2024 Pavement Striping Project and appointments to city boards. The agenda also includes routine reports from committees and city officials, and no guest speakers are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $46,316 pavement striping contract and three board appointments

The Moraine City Council approved a resolution authorizing a $46,316.10 contract with First Star Safety, LLC for the 2024 Pavement Striping Project. The council also passed resolutions to adopt the Ohio 457 Roth Plan for employees and appointed new members to the Parks and Recreation, Planning, and Zoning Appeals boards. All resolutions passed with a 5-0 vote.

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to excuse Mrs. Whitt and Mr. Burchett from tonight's meeting. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 5, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: None
5 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution awards a contract to First Star Safety for the 2024 Pavement Striping Project. He reported this project includes epoxy striping on Encrete and Cardington, and standard striping on State…
5 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution approves the Ohio 457 Roth Plan option as a savings option for eligible City employees. She added this would allow for an additional investment opportunity for employees through payroll…
5 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution appoints Erica Grooms to the Board of Parks and Recreation and Tree Board. He added this appointment is for a two-year term, which would end on December 31, 2025. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 5…
5 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution appoints Kevin Howard to the Planning Commission to fill a vacancy on that commission. She added this would be for a two-year term, ending December 31, 2025. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 5, No 0…
5 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution appoints Tom Hicks to the Board of Zoning Appeals. He added this would be for a two-year term, which would end on December 31, 2025. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of City Council Held…
5 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Thu Apr 11, 2024 · 11:00

General

Commission to certify maintenance and police sergeant hiring lists

The Merit System Commission is meeting to approve prior minutes and certify two employment eligibility lists for release: one for Maintenance Worker III and one for Police Sergeant. These certifications typically authorize the city to proceed with hiring from those lists.

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✓ Decided: Commission certifies Maintenance Worker III and Police Sergeant lists

The Merit System Commission approved the minutes from March 14, 2024, and certified two eligibility lists. It voted unanimously to release all 13 names on the Maintenance Worker III list, and also unanimously certified the Police Sergeant list, which contained a single candidate. No other substantive business was conducted.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to certify and release all 13 names on the Maintenance Worker III list. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 3, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Jim Kempe
3 yea
Mary Woeste yea · Jim Kempe yea · Dave Rodehaver yea
motion to certify and release the Police Sergeant list. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 3, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Dave Rodehaver RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of Merit System Commission Held April 11, 2024…
3 yea
Mary Woeste yea · Jim Kempe yea · Dave Rodehaver yea
Thu Mar 28, 2024 · 18:10

City Council

Council to discuss deferred comp, pavement striping, appointments

The Moraine City Council Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss three business items: adding a Roth option to the Ohio Deferred Compensation plan, the 2024 Pavement Striping Program, and board and commission appointments. The agenda also includes routine items like approving prior minutes and reports from staff and council members.

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✓ Decided: Council directs staff to prepare 2024 pavement striping contract

The Committee of the Whole approved minutes and directed staff to prepare legislation for a Roth option in the city's deferred compensation plan and for the 2024 pavement striping program with low bidder First Star Safety. It also approved three board and commission appointments. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to have legislation prepared for the Ohio deferred compensation Roth plan option. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Ora Allen
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have legislation prepared for the next Council meeting for the 2024 Pavement Striping Program. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Teri Murphy
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to appoint Erica Grooms to the Board of Parks and Recreation and Tree Board. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to appoint Kevin Howard to the Planning Commission. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Teri Murphy
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to appoint Tom Hicks to the Board of Zoning Appeals. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
Thu Mar 28, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

Council to approve $624K concrete paving, $258K bikepath contracts

The Moraine City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions, including traffic changes, budget appropriations, and multiple contracts for paving, a transit van, and traffic cameras. The agenda also includes routine reports and approval of prior meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Moraine council approves $624K concrete paving, $259K bikepath, and traffic camera upgrades

Moraine City Council approved a series of spending measures on March 28, 2024, including a $624,235.80 concrete pavement contract, a $258,725 bikepath paving contract, a $64,114.39 transit van purchase, and a $59,625 two-year traffic camera agreement. Council also passed an ordinance prohibiting right turns on red at Dryden Road and Arbor Boulevard, and supplemental appropriations for the traffic camera contract. All votes were 7-0. The meeting included no public speakers and adjourned at 6:13 PM.

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Ordinance amends the Moraine Codified Ordinances in order to allow for the installation of No Right Turn on Red signage at the intersection of Dryden Road and Arbor Boulevard. She moved to suspend…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to approve. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Jeanette Marcus
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Ordinance allows for supplemental appropriations for the transfer of funds for the contractual service with Flock Group for traffic cameras for the City. He moved to suspend the rules to allow for…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to approve. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of City Council Held March 28, 2024 Page 3 of 5 MOVER: Donald Burchett
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to approve. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of City Council Held March 28, 2024 Page 3 of 5 MOVER: Donald Burchett AYES: Teri Murphy, Donald Burchett…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution allows for the adoption of the 2023 annual report for the Tax Incentive Review Council. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Jeanette Marcus
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution awards the 2024 Concrete Program to America's Decorative Concrete in the amount of $624,235.80. She noted this project includes work on East River Road and Arbor Boulevard with an…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution awards the 2024 Bikepath Paving Program to Fillmore Construction in the amount of $258,725.00, and added this work includes repaving the Main Street Bikepath as well as the Ora Everetts…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution approves the purchase of a transit van in the amount of $64,114.39 for use by the Parks and Recreation Division. He added this was a budgeted item for 2024. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution approves a two-year agreement with Flock Group for the purchase of traffic cameras for use throughout the City by the Police Division. She added these cameras would replace and upgrade…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Thu Mar 14, 2024 · 11:00

General

Police officer age limit rule change gets second reading

The Merit System Commission is meeting to consider an advertisement for a Maintenance Worker III position and to hold a second reading of a proposed rule change regarding the maximum age limit for police officers. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

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✓ Decided: Police officer age limit raised to 50; maintenance job ad approved

The Merit System Commission approved a rule change to allow police officer applicants up to age 50 at original appointment, and approved advertising for a Maintenance Worker III position. Both measures passed unanimously (3-0). The minutes record no other substantive decisions.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to approve the Maintenance Worker III Advertisement. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 3, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Jim Kempe
3 yea
Mary Woeste yea · Jim Kempe yea · Dave Rodehaver yea
motion to approve the rule change. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 3, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Dave Rodehaver
2 yea
Mary Woeste yea · Jim Kempe yea
Thu Mar 14, 2024 · 18:10

City Council

Council to discuss bikepath paving, concrete program, traffic cameras

The Moraine City Council Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several operational items, including the 2024 bikepath paving and concrete programs, a traffic camera discussion involving IT and police, traffic control signage at Dryden Road and Arbor Blvd., and a transit van purchase for Parks & Recreation. The agenda also includes reviews by the Community Reinvestment Housing Council and the Tax Incentive Review Council. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion session.

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✓ Decided: Council moves to award bike path paving, concrete, camera contracts

The Committee of the Whole directed staff to prepare legislation for several contracts: bike path paving to Fillmore Construction ($258,725), concrete work to America's Decorative Concrete ($624,235.80), a two-year traffic camera contract with Flock ($59,625), a transit van purchase ($64,114.39), and a No Turn on Red sign at Dryden Road & Arbor Blvd. All motions passed unanimously (6-0). No final votes were taken; these were preparatory actions for the next regular meeting.

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to excuse Mr. Burchett from tonight's meeting. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
6 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have an Executive Session at the end of the meeting with no business to follow. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Teri Murphy
6 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have legislation prepared for the CRHC and TIRC reviews. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Teri Murphy
6 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have legislation prepared for the 2024 bike path paving and to award the contract to Fillmore construction. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
6 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to accept the bid from America's Decorative Concrete for the 2024 concrete program and have legislation prepared for the next meeting. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Teri…
6 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have legislation prepared for the traffic cameras for a two-year contract for $59,625.00. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
6 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have legislation prepared for a budget transfer from the Capital Fund to the General Fund for the traffic camera installation. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Mike…
6 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have legislation prepared as outlined by Chief Richardson. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Ora Allen
6 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have legislation prepared for the purchase of a transit van for the Parks and Recreation Department. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Ora Allen
6 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
Thu Mar 14, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

Council to vote on flood damage reduction ordinance and police truck purchase

The Moraine City Council is holding its regular meeting on March 14, 2024, with several items for consideration. Key actions include a vote on repealing and replacing the flood damage reduction chapter of the city code, authorizing the purchase of two police trucks, and approving appointments and a salary adjustment. The agenda also includes routine reports from city officials and approval of previous meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Moraine City Council updates floodplain regulations and approves police vehicle purchase

City Council updated the city's floodplain regulations for the first time since 2004 and authorized the purchase of two police trucks. The council also approved several board appointments and a base salary adjustment for the City Manager.

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (15 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to excuse Mr. Burchett from tonight's meeting. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to add Resolution 8029-24 to tonight's agenda. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Jeanette Marcus
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to add Resolution 8030-24 to tonight's agenda. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Jeanette Marcus
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to add Resolution 8031-24 to tonight's agenda. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Jeanette Marcus
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to add Resolution 8032-24 to tonight's agenda. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of City Council Held March 14, 2024 Page 3 of 7 RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to have an Executive Session as outlined by the Law Director. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to add Resolution 8033-24 to the agenda. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Ordinance makes changes to the Flood Damage Reduction chapter of the Moraine Codified Ordinances. She added this would update Moraine's floodplain regulations, which were last updated in 2004…
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution allows for the purchase of two Chevrolet Silverado crew cab trucks for use by the Police Division. He added these vehicles for the Police Division are budgeted items for 2024. RESULT…
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution authorizes a salary adjustment for the City Manager and all remaining provisions of the City Manager Employment Agreement shall remain in full force and effect. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No…
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution appoints Caleb Stapleton to the Planning Commission to fill a vacancy on that commission. He added this would be for a two-year term, ending December 31, 2025. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No…
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to amend Resolution 8031-24 as outlined by the Law Director. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Jeanette Marcus
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to approve the amended Resolution 8031-24. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Mike Daugherty
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to approve the amended Resolution 8031-24. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Mike Daugherty AYES: Teri Murphy, Ora Allen, Mike Daugherty, Dave Miller, Shirley Whitt, Jeanette…
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to approve Resolution 8033-24, which appoints Kevin Howard to the Community Reinvestment Housing Council. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Jeanette Marcus
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Thu Mar 7, 2024 · 11:00

General

Police hiring rules and sergeant posting on agenda

The Merit System Commission is meeting to handle routine personnel matters for the police department, including certifying an entry-level officer list, advertising for a police sergeant, and considering a rule change to the maximum age limit for police officers.

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✓ Decided: Police officer eligibility age limit raised from 35 to 50

The Merit System Commission certified and released an entry-level police officer list of nine names, including a candidate who did not complete a city application. It also approved advertising for a police sergeant position and passed a rule change raising the maximum age for police officer applicants from 35 to 50, with a second reading scheduled for March 14.

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to certify and release all 9 names on the Entry Level Police Officer list to include the candidate mentioned by Chief Richardson. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 3, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Jim Kempe
3 yea
Mary Woeste yea · Jim Kempe yea · Dave Rodehaver yea
motion to approve the Police Sergeant advertisement. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 3, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Mary Woeste
3 yea
Mary Woeste yea · Jim Kempe yea · Dave Rodehaver yea
motion to approve the rule change, with the second reading at the next MSC meeting, on Thursday, March 14 at 11:00 AM RESULT: Passed, (Yes 3, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Mary Woeste
3 yea
Mary Woeste yea · Jim Kempe yea · Dave Rodehaver yea
Thu Feb 22, 2024 · 18:10

City Council

Council to discuss police vehicle purchase

The Moraine City Council Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss a police vehicle purchase and hear reports from city officials. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes and time for public questions on listed legislation.

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✓ Decided: Council requests legislation to purchase two police trucks for $97,506

The Committee of the Whole approved the preparation of legislation to purchase two Chevy Silverado trucks for the police department. The decision follows reports of availability issues with previously preferred vehicle models.

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to excuse Ms. Marcus from tonight's meeting. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Ora Allen
6 yea
Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to add an Executive Session at the end of this meeting for matters pertaining to the employment of a public employee, with no business to follow. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0)…
6 yea
Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have legislation prepared to purchase the two Chevy Silverado trucks at a price of $97,506.00. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
6 yea
Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
Thu Feb 22, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

Council to vote on flood rules, paving contract, surplus sale

The Moraine City Council will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including adopting a new flood damage reduction chapter, approving a paving contract, and declaring surplus items for disposal. The meeting also includes oaths of office for new fire and police personnel and routine reports from city officials.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $173,925 West Dorothy Lane paving contract

The Moraine City Council approved a $173,925 contract with Neyra Paving for the 2024 West Dorothy Lane Improvements Project, a CDBG agreement with Montgomery County for curb and ADA ramp work, a surplus disposal resolution, and a salary adjustment for the Finance Director. The council also gave a first reading to a floodplain ordinance update, with final adoption scheduled for March 14. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to excuse Ms. Marcus from tonight's meeting. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Ora Allen
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Don Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to add Resolution 8027-24 to the agenda, as outlined by the Law Director. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Don Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
Resolution approves an agreement for delegation of activities for the CDBG program and also designates him as Moraine's authorized representative. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER…
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Don Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
Resolution awards a bid to Neyra Paving for isolated concrete panel replacement and catch basin repair improvements along West Dorothy Lane. He added this was a 2024 budgeted item. RESULT: Passed…
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Don Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
Resolution allows for the disposal of items that are deemed no longer useable by the City. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Don Burchett
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Don Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
Resolution authorizes a salary adjustment for the Finance Director and all remaining provisions of the Finance Director Employment Agreement shall remain in full force and effect. RESULT: Passed…
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Don Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
Tue Feb 20, 2024 · 17:00

General

Parks board to discuss Easter Egg Hunt and conference report

The Moraine Board of Parks and Recreation is meeting to approve minutes from December 5, 2023, and discuss two business items: the upcoming Easter Egg Hunt event and a report from the Ohio Parks & Recreation Association Annual Conference. No votes on ordinances, contracts, or rezoning are on this agenda.

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✓ Decided: Parks board approves Dec. minutes, sets Easter Egg Hunt

The Board of Parks and Recreation approved the December 5, 2023 meeting minutes as submitted. Staff discussed the upcoming Easter Egg Hunt on March 23 at the Rec Center and reported on the Ohio Parks & Recreation Association conference. The next meeting was set for April 16.

Tue Feb 20, 2024 · 17:10

General

Tree Board to discuss Arbor Day proclamation and ODNR forestry info

The Moraine Tree Board is meeting to approve its December 5, 2023 minutes and discuss business items, including information from the ODNR Division of Forestry and an Arbor Day proclamation. The agenda is otherwise routine and contains no major decisions or financial items.

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✓ Decided: Tree Board approves Dec. 5, 2023 minutes; plans Arbor Day

The Tree Board approved the minutes from its December 5, 2023 meeting as submitted. Members discussed an ODNR forestry information packet and an Arbor Day proclamation, which will be read at the last Regular Council meeting in April. The next Tree Board meeting is scheduled for April 16, 2024. No substantive policy decisions were made.

Thu Feb 8, 2024 · 18:15

General

Moraine New Community Authority to levy development charges

The New Community Authority is meeting to review its 2023 annual financial report and consider a resolution to levy community development charges. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from prior meetings.

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✓ Decided: NCA elects officers, levies community development charges

The New Community Authority elected Jeanette Marcus as Chairperson and Ora Allen as Vice Chairperson, and approved Amy Brown as Secretary and Don Buczek as Treasurer. It also approved a resolution to levy community development charges for the 2023 and 2024 tax years, which will be certified to the county for collection. The meeting was procedural, with no other substantive business.

🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to nominate Jeanette Marcus as Chairperson of the New Community Authority. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 1) MOVER: Ora Allen
6 yea
Shirley Whitt yea · Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Michael Davis yea · Don Buczek yea · Nick Sorice yea
motion to nominate Ora Allen as Vice Chairperson of the New Community Authority. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 1) MOVER: Jeanette Marcus
6 yea
Shirley Whitt yea · Teri Murphy yea · Jeanette Marcus yea · Michael Davis yea · Don Buczek yea · Nick Sorice yea
motion to nominate Clerk of Council Amy Brown as Secretary of the New Community Authority for a 2-year term. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
7 yea
Shirley Whitt yea · Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Jeanette Marcus yea · Michael Davis yea · Don Buczek yea · Nick Sorice yea
motion to nominate Finance Director Don Buczek as Treasurer of the New RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of New Community Authority Held February 8, 2024 Page 2 of 3 Community Authority. RESULT: Passed…
6 yea
Shirley Whitt yea · Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Jeanette Marcus yea · Michael Davis yea · Nick Sorice yea
motion to approve the Resolution to levy the community development charges, and Mayor Murphy seconded. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of…
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Michael Davis yea · Don Buczek yea · Nick Sorice yea
Thu Feb 8, 2024 · 18:10

City Council

Council to discuss CDBG funding, Dorothy Lane work, floodplain rules

The Moraine City Council Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several business items, including a CDBG funding agreement with Montgomery County, improvements to West Dorothy Lane, and an update to the city's floodplain regulations ordinance. The agenda also includes routine items like approval of prior minutes and reports from staff and council members.

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✓ Decided: Council directs legislation for CDBG grant, road work, floodplain update

The Committee of the Whole voted unanimously to prepare legislation for three items: a CDBG funding agreement with Montgomery County for curb and ADA ramp installation, acceptance of a bid for West Dorothy Lane improvements, and an update to the city's floodplain regulations. All motions passed 7-0. The meeting also included an executive session on employment matters with no business to follow.

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to add an Executive Session at the end of this meeting for matters pertaining to employment of a public official, with no business to follow. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER…
6 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea
motion to have legislation prepared to enter into the CDBG funding agreement. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Ora Allen
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have legislation prepared to accept the bid from Neyra for $173,925.00. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have legislation prepared to have the Ordinance update for the City of Moraine floodplain regulations. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Teri Murphy
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
Thu Feb 8, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

Council to vote on police age limit, road contracts, signal upgrade

The Moraine City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a police officer age limit, road maintenance contracts, and a signal upgrade. The agenda also includes routine reports from city officials and approval of previous meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 2024 paving, crack sealing, and signal upgrade contracts

The Moraine City Council approved several contracts, including a $495,287.60 paving program, a $69,125.00 crack sealing project, and a $216,812.03 traffic signal upgrade. They also passed an ordinance setting a maximum age of 50 for new police officer appointments and appointed members to regional boards. All votes were unanimous except one abstention.

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to add Resolution 8022-24 to tonight's agenda. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Jeanette Marcus
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to add Resolution 8023-24 to tonight's agenda as outlined by the Law Director. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Ordinance would establish a maximum age limitation of 50 years of age for an original appointment in the Police Division in order to attract a broad range of potential Police Officer applicants. She…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution awards the 2024 Crack Sealing Program to Buck Pavement Restoration at a cost of $69,125.00. He added this was an annual budgeted item and would provide for crack sealing repair throughout…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution awards the 2024 Paving Program to John R. Jurgensen Co. at a cost of $495,287.60. He noted this was an annual budgeted item and added this project would include paving for Tyler Way…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution approves an agreement with Bansel Construction for traffic light replacement at 741 and Dorothy Lane. She added this was a budgeted item in the amount of $216,812.03. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution approves the appointment and designates Mayor William D. Duncan of the City of Oakwood to the Montgomery County 9-1-1 program review committee, per ORC Section 128.06(A)(5). RESULT…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to appoint Jeanette Marcus to the Vance Darroch New Community Authority Board of Trustees. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 1) MOVER: Ora Allen
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
Tue Feb 6, 2024 · 18:00

General

Board of Zoning Appeals to decide case BZA 2024-02

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on case BZA 2024-02, receive a staff report, hear opponents and proponents, and then make a decision. The agenda also includes approval of the January 2, 2024 meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: BZA approves front-yard pole barn on Infirmary Road

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved an appeal by Joshua Potter to place a 30x60-foot pole barn in the front yard at 3955 Infirmary Road, despite a neighbor's concerns about aesthetics and property values. The board voted 3-0 to approve the application, with no objections from the Technical Review Committee.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to approve the application for BZA case 2024-02. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 3, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Sharon Duff
3 yea
Jim Kempe yea · Sharon Duff yea · Patricia Bond yea
Thu Feb 1, 2024 · 11:00

General

Commission to certify police sergeant eligibility list

The Merit System Commission is meeting to approve prior minutes and to certify and release the police sergeant eligibility list. This is a routine administrative action regarding personnel certification.

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✓ Decided: Commission certifies police sergeant list, approves entry-level officer ad

The Merit System Commission unanimously certified and released the Police Sergeant exam score list after only one candidate took the exam. The commission also approved the Full-Time Entry Level Police Officer advertisement and established a passing score of 65, with discussion about terminating the current Lateral Entry process by February 7. No other substantive decisions were made.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to certify and release the Police Sergeant list. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 3, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Mary Woeste
3 yea
Mary Woeste yea · Jim Kempe yea · Dave Rodehaver yea
motion to approve the Full-Time Entry Level Police Officer Ad and establish a passing score of 65. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 3, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Mary Woeste
3 yea
Mary Woeste yea · Jim Kempe yea · Dave Rodehaver yea
Thu Jan 25, 2024 · 18:25

General

Treasury Investment Board reviews Q4 2023 investment report

The Moraine Treasury Investment Board is meeting to approve the minutes from its October 26, 2023 meeting and to review the 4th Quarter 2023 Investment Report. The agenda includes no other substantive business items.

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✓ Decided: Treasury Investment Board approves Q4 2023 investment report

The Treasury Investment Board approved the October 26, 2023 meeting minutes and received the 4th Quarter 2023 Investment Report. The report noted a combined portfolio value of $30,606,388.11 and $122,383.03 in money market funds, with corrected income figures of $503,694.08 for the quarter and $1,395,909.13 for the year. No formal decisions were made on the report; it was informational.

Thu Jan 25, 2024 · 18:20

General

Moraine New Community Authority to levy development charges

The New Community Authority is meeting to review its 2023 annual financial report and to consider a resolution levying community development charges. The agenda also includes approval of the prior meeting's minutes.

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✓ Decided: New Community Authority rescheduled meeting to February 8

The New Community Authority voted to move the January 25 meeting and all its agenda items to February 8. No other substantive actions were taken before the meeting adjourned.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to move tonight's scheduled NCA meeting, including all agenda items, to February 8. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Michael Davis
6 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Michael Davis yea · Don Buczek yea
Thu Jan 25, 2024 · 18:15

General

Moraine CIC to review 2023 annual financial report

The Moraine Community Improvement Corporation is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes and review its 2023 annual financial report. The agenda contains no other substantive business items.

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✓ Decided: CIC board accepts 2023 annual financial report for state filing

The Community Improvement Corporation board unanimously approved its 2023 Annual Financial Report, a required housekeeping item, to be filed with the state. The report noted a bank account balance of $14,575.00 with about $59 in interest earned and no significant activity during the year.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to accept it. He reported once that is done, it is submitted to the state because the Community Improvement Corporation is a public entity that is audited by the state. He noted they did not have any…
9 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Ora Allen yea · Donald Burchett yea · Dave Miller yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Jeanette Marcus yea · Don Buczek yea · Michael Davis yea
Thu Jan 25, 2024 · 18:10

City Council

Council to discuss Dorothy Lane signal award, 2024 paving and crack sealing

The Moraine City Council Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several items, including a signal award for Dorothy Lane, the 2024 paving program, and the 2024 crack sealing program. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of prior minutes and reports from city officials. No final votes are scheduled; this is a discussion session.

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✓ Decided: Council directs legislation for traffic light, paving, crack sealing contracts

The Committee of the Whole approved motions to prepare legislation for three capital improvement contracts: a traffic signal replacement at 741 and Dorothy Lane, the 2024 Paving Program, and the 2024 Crack Sealing Program. All motions passed unanimously (7-0). No other substantive decisions were made.

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to have legislation prepared for the next meeting as outlined by Mr. Davis. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Teri Murphy
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have legislation prepared for John R. Jurgensen to be awarded the 2024 Paving Program. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have legislation prepared to use Buck Pavement Restoration for the 2024 Crack Sealing Program. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Mike Daugherty
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
Thu Jan 25, 2024 · 17:00

General

Council holds executive session on appointing public officials

This is a special council meeting with only one substantive item: an executive session to discuss the appointment of public officials. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda, and the meeting is expected to adjourn after the session.

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✓ Decided: Council held executive session on public official appointment

The council convened a special meeting and voted unanimously to enter executive session to discuss the appointment of public officials. No substantive decisions were made during the open portion of the meeting, which adjourned immediately after reconvening.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to adjourn into Executive Session for matters pertaining to the appointment of public officials at 5:01 PM. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Ora Allen
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Thu Jan 25, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

Council to set police officer age limit, approve Germantown Pike project

The Moraine City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions, including setting a maximum age for new police officer appointments, approving construction improvements to Germantown Pike (S.R. 4), and authorizing agreements for microfilming services and special legal counsel. The agenda also includes reports from city officials and oaths of office for new police officers.

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✓ Decided: Council approves road improvements and nuisance abatement legal counsel

City Council approved an agreement with the Ohio Director of Transportation for pavement improvements to State Route 4. The council also authorized the engagement of special legal counsel for nuisance abatement and renewed a microfilming services agreement.

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to add Resolution 8018-24 to tonight's agenda. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: None
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution allows for an agreement with the Ohio Director of Transportation for pavement improvements to State Route 4 within City limits. She added this was a budgeted item. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution approves an annual agreement with the Montgomery County Microfilming Board for services and supplies for 2024. She added this was a budgeted item. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of City…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution authorizes an agreement with Coolidge Wall Co. L.P.A. for legal services relating to nuisance abatement matters in conjunction and cooperation with the Montgomery County Land Bank. RESULT…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Thu Jan 11, 2024 · 18:10

City Council

Council to discuss police age limit, ODOT paving, archiving deal

The Moraine City Council Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several business items, including a microfilming and archiving services agreement with Montgomery County, the ODOT 2024 paving project, and a proposed change to the maximum age ordinance for police officers. The meeting also includes routine items like approval of prior minutes and reports from city officials.

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✓ Decided: Council directs legislation for ODOT paving, police age change

The Committee of the Whole approved motions to prepare legislation for three items: an annual microfilming and archiving services agreement with Montgomery County, an agreement with ODOT for the 2024 paving project on State Route 4 (city portion estimated at $90,000, invoice about $49,000), and an ordinance to raise the maximum hiring age for police officers from 35 to 50. All motions passed unanimously (7-0). The council also discussed the Frisch's lot, noting no formal proposal exists but there is interest; any rezoning would require a public hearing.

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to add an Executive Session at the end of the meeting for matters pertaining to employment of a public employee with no business to follow. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER…
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have legislation prepared for the next meeting for the microfilming and archiving services agreement with Montgomery County. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Teri Murphy
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to have legislation prepared for the agreement with ODOT for the 2024 paving project. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Ora Allen
6 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea
motion to have legislation prepared as outlined by Chief Richardson. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
7 yea
Jeanette Marcus yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
Thu Jan 11, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

Council to approve $894K in street division vehicle purchases

The Moraine City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions, including approving amendments to the city's employee table of organization and authorizing the purchase of multiple vehicles for the Street Division. The agenda also includes a recruitment presentation from Miami Valley Academies and a liquor control permit for 400 Fuyao Avenue. Most items are routine administrative approvals.

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✓ Decided: Council approves police sergeant position and street vehicle purchases

The council unanimously approved adding a Police Division Sergeant position to the city's Table of Organization and authorized the purchase of several vehicles for the Street Division, including a bucket truck, a crew cab truck, two dump trucks, and a tractor. It also voted not to request a hearing for a new liquor permit at 400 Fuyao Avenue. All votes were 7-0.

Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Ordinance would approve an amendment to the City's Table of Organization to add a Sergeant position for the Police Division. She added this was a budgeted item for 2024. She moved to suspend the…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to approve. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Ora Allen
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution approves the purchase of a bucket truck for the Street Division to replace an older unusable truck in the department. He added this was a budgeted item. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution approves the purchase of a crew cab truck for the Street Division to replace a truck that has already been disposed of. He noted this truck would be used as another plow truck and is a…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution approves the purchase of two dump trucks for the Street Division and would replace two older dump trucks. He added this would update the fleet of trucks used for snow emergencies and is a…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Resolution allows for the purchase of a tractor for the Street Division to replace an unrepairable tractor. She added the new tractor would have the previous mowing decks installed on it and is a…
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to not request a hearing for the liquor permit at 400 Fuyao Avenue. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Teri Murphy
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
Tue Jan 2, 2024 · 18:00

General

Board of Zoning Appeals to decide BZA 2024-01 after public hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is holding a public hearing and will make a decision on application BZA 2024-01. The agenda includes a staff report, public comment, and approval of minutes from a previous meeting. No details about the application are provided in the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Board of Zoning Appeals approves pole barn at 5168 Shank Road

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved an appeal to allow a 2,304 square foot agricultural pole barn in a side yard at 5168 Shank Road. The board also approved the meeting minutes from November 1, 2022.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to approve the application for BZA Case 2024-01. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 3, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Jim Kempe
3 yea
Jim Kempe yea · Sharon Duff yea · Patricia Bond yea
Tue Jan 2, 2024 · 16:00

General

Moraine Council to fill Ward 1 vacancy and make 2024 appointments

The Moraine City Council is holding its regular meeting to reorganize for 2024, including appointing a new Ward 1 council member and filling various committee and board positions. The agenda also includes resolutions to authorize a demolition agreement with Montgomery County and to request a special election for the Ward 1 vacancy. Most items are routine appointments and procedural actions.

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✓ Decided: Moraine City Council appoints Mike Daugherty to Ward 1 seat

The Moraine City Council held a reorganization meeting on January 2, 2024, appointing Mike Daugherty to fill the Ward 1 vacancy and approving numerous committee appointments for 2024. The council also authorized the city manager to enter into an ODOD demolition agreement with the land bank and directed the clerk to request a special election for the Ward 1 seat in November 2024.

🗳️ How they voted (19 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to add Resolution 8010-24 to tonight's agenda. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Ora Allen
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to add Resolution 8011-24 to the agenda as outlined by the Law Director. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Teri Murphy RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of City Council Held…
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to appoint Mike Daugherty to the Ward 1 Council Member position. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Teri Murphy
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to appoint Shirley Whitt as Deputy Mayor. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 1) MOVER: Teri Murphy
6 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to appoint Jeanette Marcus as Chairperson and Dave Miller as Vice Chairperson to the Committee of the Whole. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 5, No 0, Abstained 2) MOVER: Teri Murphy
5 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to appoint Ora Allen as Chairperson and Shirley Whitt as Vice Chairperson to the Finance Committee. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 5, No 0, Abstained 2) MOVER: Teri Murphy
5 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to appoint Don Burchett as Representative and Shirley Whitt as Alternate to the Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 5, No 0, Abstained 2) MOVER: Teri Murphy
5 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to appoint Don Burchett as Representative and Jeanette Marcus as Alternate to the Miami Valley Communications Council. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 5, No 0, Abstained 2) MOVER: Teri Murphy
5 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to appoint Ora Allen and Shirley Whitt to the Moraine Loan Committee. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 5, No 0, Abstained 2) MOVER: Teri Murphy
5 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to appoint Teri Murphy and Ora Allen to the Annexation Committee. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 5, No 0, Abstained 2) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
5 yea
Donald Burchett yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to appoint Dave Miller and Don Burchett to the Benefits Committee. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 5, No 0, Abstained 2) RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Minutes of City Council Held January 2, 2024 Page 4 of 6…
5 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to appoint Dave Miller and Jeanette Marcus to the Volunteer Firefighters Dependent's Fund Board. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 5, No 0, Abstained 2) MOVER: Teri Murphy
5 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to appoint Michael Davis as Representative and Nick Sorice as Alternate to the Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission - Technical Advisory Committee. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained…
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to appoint Jeanette Marcus as Representative, Ora Allen as Additional Representative, and Michael Davis as Alternate Representative to the First Suburbs Consortium of Dayton Ohio Council of…
5 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to appoint Michael Davis as Representative and Teri Murphy as Alternate to the ED/GE Advisory Committee. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 1) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
5 yea
Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea
motion to appoint Jeanette Marcus, Shirley Whitt, and Don Burchett to the Tax Abatement Committee. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 4, No 0, Abstained 3) MOVER: Teri Murphy
4 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea
motion to appoint Teri Murphy and Shirley Whitt as citizen members to the Vance Darroch New Community Authority's Board of Trustees. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 5, No 0, Abstained 2) MOVER: Mike Daugherty
5 yea
Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to approve Resolution 8010-24. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Shirley Whitt
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea
motion to approve Resolution 8011-24. RESULT: Passed, (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0) MOVER: Teri Murphy
7 yea
Teri Murphy yea · Donald Burchett yea · Ora Allen yea · Mike Daugherty yea · Dave Miller yea · Shirley Whitt yea · Jeanette Marcus yea