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03/24/2008 - Council Meeting Minutes

Section three in front of Hillcrest Hospital - 90% of the water line and 30% of the drainage is completed. It is continuing on schedule with paving to start in April. The lights were adjusted again to address traffic issues in that area to allow for a longer flow on Mayfield Road and assist Gates Mills Place residents as Mayfield Road is their only means of ingress and egress.

The Human Services Department will again offer computer courses through Tech Wise between June and September. These are very helpful for those less familiar with computers. There will also be an Arthritis Foundation Exercise class starting in August.

There was an error in the fax number listing in the Recreation Brochure. Residents signing up online should contact the Recreation Department before signing up for any program or to check the status of their registration.

The Service Department is patching potholes.

The budget is on the agenda this evening. The City is fiscally sound and the Mayor thanked Mr. Tribby for his diligence.

The cost for the new Welcome signs, previously authorized by Council, has now after further negotiation been reduced by $3000.

The Mayor met with Boys Baseball representatives and it seems changes will be made. He will be meeting with all the baseball leagues as well.

The Mayor referred to the passing of Al Kay. He was a long time active resident in the City and he will be missed. The Mayor asked for a moment of silence in Al's honor.

Director of Law Carr: Mr. Carr asked that Resolution No. 2008-20 be added to the agenda. It pertains to a contract with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The contract is still be prepared, but this is an affirmation that will allow the City to receive the $492,000 for the Mayfield Road project from the federal funds that were allotted to the City through the efforts of the LNE Group.

Director of Finance Tribby: Mr. Tribby stated the Finance and Audit Committee meeting minutes were detailed and explain the changes in the budget.

REPORTS OF COMMITTEES, COMMISSIONS AND BOARDS:

Building Committee: Mr. Sasak reported on the meeting held March 14, 2008. Copies of the minutes of the meeting were mailed to all members and are a part of the permanent record. The ordinance pertaining to the permits and fees is on the agenda tonight.

Finance and Audit Committee: Mr. Mercurio reported on the meeting held March 20, 2008. Draft minutes were distributed this evening. The budget was reviewed in detail and the committee recommends adopting it.

Legislative Committee: No report.

Public Works and Services Committee: Mr. Kobunski mentioned that people should notify the Service Department of any large potholes.

Recreation and Parks Committee: Mrs. Snider stated the next meeting is March 25, 2008. Tickets are on sale for the Pancake Breakfast.

Safety and Transportation Committee: No report.

Board of Zoning Appeals: Mr. Kobunski reported on the meeting held March 11, 2008. Copies of the minutes of the meeting were mailed to all members and are a part of the permanent record.

Commission on Aging: Mr. Ballistrea stated the next meeting would be April 1, 2008.

Planning Commission: Mr. Sasak reported on the meeting held March 17, 2008. Copies of the minutes of the meeting were mailed to all members and are a part of the permanent record. There is one item on the agenda this evening.

Mr. Sasak spoke highly of Al Kay and stated he would be missed.

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PUBLIC COMMENT:

Rob Milburn, Boyer Signs, representing Mayfield Heights Town Center, stated he was here for Mr. Ottino, who could not be present. It was pointed out that Mr. Ottino was present after all.

Stephen Ciciretto, architect for Liquid Living LLC (Boneyard Restaurant), stated that when the restaurant was originally designed, the front patio was supposed to be used. It has turned out not to be a good place for various reasons. They would like to get a variance to build an outdoor patio in a different location at the back of the building. He displayed the proposed plan. There would be a 1600' addition, but it does not impact the parking. With this addition it would allow for aesthetic work on the back of the building with plantings and a screen wall. The landscape would soften the look. The main entrance would be off the main restaurant entrance with probably no more than 50 seats. They plan to enclose the front patio and extend the game room.

Tim Grendell, Grendell & Simon Co., 6640 Harris Road, spoke. Mr. Grendell extended his condolences for Al Kay. He gave the court reporter's report from the Planning Commission meeting of March 3, 2008 and the Council Meeting of March 10, 2008 to the clerk for the record. Mr. Grendell stated Mr. Murach was also present for any questions that might arise. Mr. Grendell asked for approval for the site plan for Global Country of World Peace.

Larry Ottino, Mayfield Heights Town Center, stated that the new sign was installed 27" into the right-of-way, because it was installed before the sidewalks were completed. He asked that Council grant the variance.

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RESOLUTION NO. 2008-16: "A Resolution amending Resolution No. 2008-15, authorizing an engineering services agreement with URS Corp., for the purpose of providing the City of Mayfield Heights, with necessary engineering services as required in the normal course of municipal projects, in order to correct certain non-substantive typographical errors and omissions, and declaring an emergency." Mr. Carr read the resolution by title only. Mr. Mercurio moved for suspension of the rules, seconded by Mrs. Snider. Roll Call on motion as stated: AYES: Finney, Mercurio, Snider, Kobunski, Sasak, DiCicco, Ballistrea. NAYS: None. Motion carried. Mrs. DiCicco moved for adoption, seconded by Mrs. Snider. Mr. Carr explained that there were a few typographical errors in the first version, but nothing substantive. Roll Call on motion as stated: AYES: Snider, DiCicco, Sasak, Mercurio, Finney, Kobunski, Ballistrea. NAYS: None. Motion carried. The resolution is adopted.

RESOLUTION NO. 2008-17: "A Resolution confirming the action of the Board of Zoning Appeals of the City of Mayfield Heights in granting to Liquid Living, LLC a variance to conduct outdoor sales (food service/dining) in conjunction with an outdoor seating addition at the Boneyard Restaurant at the location known as 5900 Mayfield Road." Mr. Carr read the resolution by title only. Mr. Sasak moved for suspension of the rules, seconded by Mr. Kobunski. Roll Call on motion as stated: AYES: Sasak, Kobunski, DiCicco, Finney, Mercurio, Snider, Ballistrea. NAYS: None. Motion carried. Mrs. Finney moved for adoption, seconded by Mr. Mercurio. Mr. Ballistrea commented that the approval was unanimous from the Board members. Mr. Kobunski added that this plan is slightly different, as the Board had some concerns with the original proposal, such as alcohol consumption and security. Mr. Ciciretto explained that there would be limited bar service on the patio and two exits, which would be gated. The two exits are for emergency purposes. Mr. Ballistrea stated that his concerns for the initial plans could be addressed when the plans are presented to the Planning Commission since this resolution only deals with the approval to conduct outdoor sales on a rear patio at this time. He noted the lattice design and that the enclosure of the front patio would add to the square footage of the building. Mr. Ciciretto stated that aspect had originally been included in the parking figures. Roll Call on motion as stated: AYES: Mercurio, Sasak, Kobunski, Snider, DiCicco, Finney, Ballistrea. NAYS: None. Motion carried. The resolution is adopted.

RESOLUTION NO. 2008-18: "A Resolution confirming the action of the Board of Zoning Appeals of the City of Mayfield Heights in granting to RJNB, LLC a request for a three-foot setback variance in order to allow the existing ground sign to remain in its current location two feet from the right-of-way for the location known as 1271 SOM Center Road, Mayfield Heights, Ohio (Mayfield Heights Town Center)." Mr. Carr read the resolution by title only. Mr. Sasak moved for suspension of the rules, seconded by Mr. Kobunski. Roll Call on motion as stated: AYES: Kobunski, Snider, Finney, Mercurio, DiCicco, Sasak, Ballistrea. NAYS: None. Motion carried. Mrs. Snider moved for adoption, seconded by Mrs. Finney. Mr. Kobunski stated that the measurements were taken from the street side and Building Director Tom Jamieson had noted that some other signs in the area were constructed in a similar manner prior to this Administration. However, this sign or the others did not interfere with the sight line. Mr. Ottino clarified that the setback should be 5' from the right-of-way, but it is currently in the right-of-way. Mr. Carr asked for clarification because the State of Ohio does not want anything in the right-of-way. The City had this problem on Mayfield Road. Mayor Costabile further clarified that the code requires the setback should be 5' from the right-of-way. Mr. Ottino stated his sign is actually 27" short of the 5' requirement and is currently in the right-of-way. This is what the variance was for. Mr. Carr then confirmed that the sign is not actually in the right-of-way, but is short of the setback requirement. Roll Call on motion as stated: AYES: DiCicco, Mercurio, Sasak, Kobunski, Finney, Snider, Ballistrea. NAYS: None. Motion carried. The resolution is adopted.

RESOLUTION NO. 2008-19: "A Resolution granting approval for, and authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract with Seagull Corporation, an oil and gas drilling company, for the drilling of a gas well on City property, more specifically that part of the City recreation and athletic park north of Marsol Road and contiguous to the baseball fields located therein." Mr. Carr read the resolution by title only. Mr. Mercurio moved for suspension of the rules, seconded by Mrs. Finney. Roll Call on motion as stated: AYES: Finney, Mercurio, Snider, Kobunski, Sasak, DiCicco, Ballistrea. NAYS: None. Motion carried. Mr. DiCicco moved for adoption, seconded by Mr. Kobunski. Mr. Ballistrea stated that he spoke with several Council members on an individual basis about some of their current concerns with gas wells and suggested this matter could be tabled until fall or something else done with it until more information is received from ODNR. Mr. DiCicco asked if this is approved if there is any kind of timetable to proceed. Mayor Costabile replied that there are three issues pertaining to this matter, safety, impact on recreation activities and revenue to the City. Because of the timing, recreational activities would be starting in April, so there would not be time to start this drilling now. It would probably be in the late fall. By approving the contract tonight it would lock in the terms and conditions that the Law Department negotiated. Safety concerns were addressed in prior meetings and he does not see the need to table the matter, as the City would not then be locking in the conditions. Council has already heard from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, the governing body that regulates all gas wells. The conditions present in the Bainbridge incident would not be present in Mayfield Heights. Mr. Ballistrea asked that if this were approved would the City be locked into the contractual terms of the Agreement even though the project would be delayed. The Mayor said that was correct. Mr. Sasak commented that a lot of time has been spent on this matter. Some issues that were not focused on still concern him, the leakage of older wells being one item. It is also a different situation when the well is located in the park. The ODNR also mentioned some changes in the rules for urbanized drilling. Those have not yet been introduced. Mrs. Finney stated that there are the same concerns, but thinks the matter should be voted on. Roll Call on motion as stated: AYES: DiCicco, Ballistrea. NAYS: Snider, Sasak, Mercurio, Finney, Kobunski. Vote 2-5. Motion failed. The resolution is defeated.

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ORDINANCE NO. 2008-6: "An Ordinance amending Chapter 1335, Sections 1335.05, 1335.06, 1335.07, 1335.08, 1335.09, 1335.11, 1335.13, 1335.15, 1335.16 and 1335.17 of the Codified Ordinances of the City of Mayfield Heights, pertaining to building permits and fees." Mr. Carr read the ordinance by title only. Mr. Sasak moved for suspension of the rules, seconded by Mr. Kobunski. Roll Call on motion as stated: AYES: Sasak, Kobunski, DiCicco, Finney, Mercurio, Snider, Ballistrea. NAYS: None. Motion carried. Mrs. Snider moved for adoption, seconded by Mrs. Finney. Mr. Ballistrea commented that the Building Committee met and the minutes were distributed this evening. Mr. Sasak reported that this is basically a house cleaning type of ordinance. Overall, the City fees are about middle of the field comparatively. Roll Call on motion as stated: AYES: Mercurio, Sasak, Kobunski, Snider, DiCicco, Finney, Ballistrea. NAYS: None. Motion carried. The ordinance is adopted.

ORDINANCE NO. 2008-7: "An Ordinance making appropriation expenditures of the City of Mayfield Heights, State of Ohio, during the fiscal year ending December 31, 2008." Mr. Carr read the ordinance by title only. Mr. DiCicco moved for suspension of the rules, seconded by Mr. Sasak. Roll Call on motion as stated: AYES: Kobunski, Snider, Finney, Mercurio, DiCicco, Sasak, Ballistrea. NAYS: None. Motion carried. Mr. Mercurio moved for adoption, seconded by Mrs. Finney. Mr. Ballistrea stated a memo was received from Mr. Tribby. Extensive discussion was held at the Finance

Committee meeting. The City is operating in the "black". He commended Mr. Tribby for a great job. Roll Call on motion as stated: AYES: DiCicco, Mercurio, Sasak, Kobunski, Finney, Snider, Ballistrea. NAYS: None. Motion carried. The ordinance is adopted.

ORDINANCE NO. 2008-8: "An Ordinance amending the zone map of the City of Mayfield Heights, Ohio so as to rezone Permanent Parcel No. 862-22-005 (1085 SOM Center Road) from its current U-1(2) Single Family House Subdistrict 2 to U-2 A(1); Planned Unit Development District." Mr. Carr read the ordinance by title only. Mrs. Finney moved to place the ordinance on first reading, seconded by Mr. Mercurio. Roll Call on motion as stated: AYES: Finney, Mercurio, Snider, Kobunski, Sasak, DiCicco, Ballistrea. NAYS: None. Motion carried. The ordinance is placed on first reading.

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Mr. Mercurio, seconded by Mrs. Snider moved to place Resolution No. 2008-20 on the agenda. All in favor, motion carried.

RESOLUTION NO. 2008-20: "A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to make and enter into a project cooperation agreement ("PCA") on behalf of the City of Mayfield Heights with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for a Section 594 reimbursement assistance grant providing for the reimbursement funding for the design of a sanitary sewer installation on Mayfield Road between Lander Road and S.O.M. Center Road and declaring an emergency." Mr. Carr read the resolution by title only. Mr. Kobunski moved for suspension of the rules, seconded by Mrs. Finney. Roll Call on motion as stated: AYES: Snider, DiCicco, Sasak, Mercurio, Finney, Kobunski, Ballistrea. NAYS: None. Motion carried. Mrs. Snider moved for adoption, seconded by Mrs. Finney. Roll Call on motion as stated: AYES: Sasak, Kobunski, DiCicco, Finney, Mercurio, Snider, Ballistrea. NAYS: None. Motion carried. The resolution is adopted.

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Mr. Mercurio, seconded by Mrs. Finney, moved to authorize payment of $18,988.80 to Great Lakes Petroleum Company for gasoline for various departments. All in favor, motion carried.

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Mr. Kobunski, seconded by Mr. DiCicco, moved to obtain quotes for fuel (gas and diesel). All in favor, motion carried.

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Mrs. Finney, seconded by Mr. Sasak, moved to remove the tabled motion pertaining to the Global Country of World Peace from the table and place it on the agenda. All in favor, motion carried.

Mrs. Finney, seconded by Mr. Sasak moved to approve the decision of the Planning Commission denying the request for preliminary site plan approval for two 12,690 sq. ft. buildings for a new Corporate Conference & Wellness Center for Global Country of World Peace, 2096, 2106, 2110, and 2120 Lander Road. Mr. Grendell and Mr. Murach were asked to step forward. Mr. Carr stated for the record that most of the questions he has are from Council members, which have developed over several months from the mulitple presentations given from multiple attorneys for the applicant. Mr. Carr also spent a lot of time investigating and reviewing the records. This is an interesting concept and well received around the country. The problem with zoning issues lies with fitting a particular project in the zoning classification. The City has to think about maintaining the integrity and the sanctity of the U-7 Zoning, as well as the corporate residents. The problem has been that the presentations by the applicant have been murky and inconsistent over the past months, not only to Mayfield Heights, but also to other municipalities.

Mr. Carr then started to ask Mr. Murach, deputy director for the Global Country of World Peace regionally, questions about a Plain Dealer article pertaining to property located in other municipalities. Mr. Grendell stated his objections to any inquiries that did not pertain to this application and stated that according to Mr. Smerigan who spoke two weeks ago, this application fits into the zoning classification, Section 1177.03. He continued that Mr. Murach would answer questions, even if they were not relevant to this application. Mr. Carr asked Mr. Murach about problems with those properties and the municipalities they were in. Mr. Murach stated that the organization was just getting into purchasing properties and made mistakes, but the article was fraudulent. Mr. Carr asked if Mr. Smerigan had gotten the information he based his report on from Mr. Murach. Mr. Murach said yes and Mr. Grendell added that there were also other sources and independent reviews that Mr. Smerigan got his information from as well.

Mr. Carr then stated that two other law firms prior to this application presented applications to the City with different types of uses. Mr. Murach stated that when his organization did not get their variance for a setback, they could not fit everything on the property so they scrapped that plan and redid it. Then his organization did not want to have the project delayed, so they changed the plan to the proposed conference center and wellness center so they could conform to the code. He added that there would be no retail sales at this location, which was a big issue with the original plan in the U-7 zoning classification. Mr. Carr asked what the concept basically was at this point. Mr. Murach stated there were three products/services; a wellness center which would include Ayurvedic treatments under a licensed medical doctor with prescriptions required; a corporate development program which would be offered by Maharishi University of Management, which is an accredited university; and regional corporate offices for architecture and engineering for the Great Lakes region. Mr. Carr asked if this was the first such type of program the organization is proposing. Mr. Murach replied that they have found that different municipalities have different needs so while it is not new, they have been doing this for 50 years, they are going to build according to the corporate environment.

Mr. Carr then questioned Mr. Murach on the floor plans distributed at the Council meeting of March 10, 2008. The plan says peace center, not wellness center and spa areas not treatment rooms. Both Mr. Grendell and Mr. Murach said those were typos and should have read wellness center and treatment rooms. The Planning Commission minutes of March 3, 2008 reflect the change from spa to treatment rooms. Mr. Carr stated he was just going by the exhibits distributed by Mr. Grendell. Mr. Murach stated that there would not be a peace palace built in Mayfield Heights and any reference to that on the exhibits were typos. The architecture of all their buildings, no matter what the use, is built according to Vedic architecture that promotes health, happiness and good fortune. Mr. Carr stated for the record that there would be exhibits which should be made part of the record some of which are already part of the record for the Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals.

Mr. Carr reviewed the curriculum for the Maharishi University of Management from Exhibit H distributed by Mr. Grendell at the March 10, 2008 Council meeting. Mr. Carr stated that this and another document were distributed to demonstrate that they had the appropriate accreditation to meet the language of the City's ordinance and Mr. Murach agreed. Mr. Carr stated that the two documents did not establish accreditation. Mr. Murach and Mr. Grendell said there should be an actual certified letter that was distributed. Mr. Carr also mentioned that he had not received the Ohio Ethics Commission's letter regarding Mr. Grendell's participation in this matter while also being a senator for the City. Mr. Grendell gave a copy to Mr. Carr and the clerk for the record. Mr. Grendell then stated that if Mr. Car was going to testify he would like to exercise his right under Ohio Revised code section 2506 to cross-examine Mr. Carr. Mr. Carr stated he was asking questions as counsel for the City. Mr. Grendell stated if those questions were testimony then he wanted to invoke his right under chapters 2505 and 2506 to take the cross-examination.

Mr. Carr then asked Mr. Murach if three of these projects were being proposed for the Greater Cleveland area. Mr. Murach said this project and two peace palace projects. Mr. Carr said this was different because of the physician. Mr. Murach said that was correct. Mr. Carr then questioned Mr. Murach about staffing. Mr. Murach stated that initially the physician would probably be part time until the need arose for a full time position. Anyone who saw the doctor would have to have an appointment; there would be no drop in visits or retail sales. Mr. Grendell pointed out that there was a difference between the initial application to the City and this application in this regards. Mr. Carr then asked about providing some sort of educational process. Mr. Murach replied that the corporate development program is actually their educational program. It is separate from the wellness program. There are two aspects to the nature of the education; the intellectual understanding of basic principles that govern business and the lab work that they refer to as transcendental meditation technique. Mr. Carr asked him for further explanation. Mr. Murach stated it was a mental technique that promotes better rest. It is a very well recognized technique. It takes a few months and the person gets accredited for the credits for the course.

Mr. Carr asked about what happens in the spas or treatment rooms. Mr. Murach stated it is a modality called Panchakarma and is part of Ayurvedic, which is actually the oldest system of preventative medicine known. It treats the root cause of a problem and that is why an Ayurvedic physician is needed to diagnose the imbalances. Panchakarma are the therapies that restore balance usually with different types of oil massages and other things depending on what is wrong. He gave some examples and stated that studies have shown it is very effective. It all depends on the person and how far along a problem or illness is as to what can be done. Education is the key to knowing about balances. The physician has to make the diagnoses and prescribe the treatments.

Mr. Grendell then asked Mr. Murach to verify that a letter dated August 14, 2000 was a notification of the extension of the accreditation of the Maharishi University of Management and Mr. Murach verified that was true. Mr. Grendell submitted it for the record. Mr. Grendell also asked Mr. Murach if the transcendental meditation ED101 is one of the programs to be taught at the proposed center and that there was an executive summary for the corporate development. Mr. Murach said yes. Mr. Ballistrea asked if there would be high school students or anyone younger at this facility since this course is offered to children from the age of five years up. Mr. Murach said other facilities offer grade school, middle school, high school and university, but not this one in Mayfield Heights. It is mainly for adults for the corporate environment. Mr. Grendell asked Mr. Murach to confirm that the preliminary site plan before Council this evening was not for a peace palace or peace center, but was for a proposed corporate conference and wellness center and Mr. Murach confirmed that. Mr. Grendell also reiterated that the Plain Dealer article Mr. Carr referenced earlier was not accurate even though Mr. Murach had been interviewed by the newspaper. Mr. Murach stated that was correct. Mr. Grendell also reiterated that there would not be any retail sales at this facility and Mr. Murach confirmed that statement. Mr. Grendell confirmed that there would be no medical treatments offered without a physician's prescription and all treatments would be by licensed massotherapists and Mr. Murach agreed. Mr. Grendell asked if the National Institute of Health recognizes the Maharishi School of Management program for Ayurvedic medicine and that all treatments provided at the proposed center will be within the scope of Ayurvedic medicine. Mr. Murach said yes.

Mayor Costabile asked if the course paperwork for the transcendental meditation program ED101 and ED501 distributed was the entire course. Mr. Murach said yes. The Mayor said it seemed to only be an average of 11 hours. Mr. Murach now states that was for the lab work only. He explained the whole process with the lab work and then the practicing of what is learned and how long that takes. The Mayor asked for clarification of the accreditation. Mr. Grendell stated that the State of Ohio does not accredit private schools. The North Central Association of Colleges and Schools does and has accredited the Maharishi University of Management, which has its main headquarters in Fairfield, Iowa. The Mayor stated that he was trying to establish by the information provided on the courses to be offered whether it was really an educational program. Mr. Grendell replied that it is an accredited course offered by an accredited university.

Mr. Ballistrea asked about staffing numbers and advertising for the services. Mr. Murach replied there would be 40 to 45 for the two buildings, but there would be less at first until there is a need for more. They will contact the corporate offices directly about their programs. Mr. Grendell reiterated that only licensed massotherapists could perform massotherapy. Mr. Kobunski questioned all the bathrooms on the second floor. Mr. Murach said those would be used for people to shower off the oil used during the treatments. Mr. Sasak questioned the cost of the course for a two hour credit. Mr. Murach replied that it is all based on value and people's perception of value. He believes that people get more than the value from the course when their health is improved. He cited blood pressure problems and the effectiveness of this technique for it. Also, corporation's profits increase when they have people who are trained in these techniques. Mr. Sasak asked about the cost of treatments. Mr. Murach replied that varies according to what is needed, but generally is between $100 to $250. Mrs. Snider asked if the medical expenses were covered by insurance companies. Mr. Murach stated it depends on a person's particular policy, but many companies do cover the expense because a doctor is prescribing it. Mr. Grendell clarified that the doctors are licensed by the State of Ohio either as M.D.'s or O.D.'s, the same as would be found in any hospital or practice. Mrs. Finney asked about a cost for the initial consultation with the doctor. Mr. Murach stated it was about $150.

Roll Call on motion as stated: AYES: Mercurio, Sasak, Kobunski, Snider, DiCicco, Finney, Ballistrea. NAYS: None. Motion carried.

(*See attachments as part of the record.)

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NEW BUSINESS; COMMENTS FROM COUNCIL:

Mr. Kobunski commented that there is talk about putting in a gas well near Cordoba and Ridgebury Blvd. Mayor Costabile responded that the State of Ohio permits the wells, not the City. He has spoken with about 4 residents with regard to the issue and offered to attend a meeting together with the residents and officials if asked. The State Legislature took away home rule from the individual municipalities.

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There being no further business to come before Council, Mr. Ballistrea adjourned the meeting at 9:40 P.M.

Approved: Respectfully submitted,

Michael Ballistrea Lisa A. Benedetti, MMC

Council President Deputy Clerk of Council

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