September 8, 2008

The regular meeting of Council was called to order at 7:30 P.M. by Council President Michael Ballistrea.

ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Mr. Michael Ballistrea, Mr. Anthony DiCicco,

Mrs. Donna Finney, Mr. Ronald Kobunski,

Mr. Sam Mercurio, Mr. David Sasak, Mrs. Diane Snider.

ABSENT: None.

Also present were Mayor Gregory Costabile, Mr. Bryan L. Carr, Mr. Robert Tribby and Miss Lisa Benedetti.

The Pledge of Allegiance was said.

Mr. Sasak moved to suspend reading of the Special Council minutes of August 25, 2008, and approve as written, seconded by Mr. Mercurio. All in favor, except Mrs. Snider who abstained, as she was absent, motion carried. Minutes approved.

CORRESPONDENCE AND ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Mr. Ballistrea extended thanks to the Parks and Recreation Commission, Recreation Director, the Mayor, Council, all departments and the volunteers who helped to make Community Unity Days great. All efforts were very much appreciated.

Hillcrest Hospital is hosting a community meeting for the residents in the area to discuss its expansion. It would be held September 10, 2008 from 7:00 to 8:00 P.M. at the hospital.

Mr. Ballistrea announced that his neighbor, a Mayfield Heights resident, Terri Libenson, created a comic strip named The Pajama Diaries, which is now running in the Plain Dealer. He congratulated her on this achievement.

REPORTS OF OFFICERS:

Mayor Costabile: The Mayor pointed out the addition of the City seal to the carpeting in the Council Chambers. The City was able to use a local company and the seal adds a nice touch to the chambers.

Mayfield Road Update: Phase I and III are now complete due to the accelerated work schedule approved and a lot of cooperation between all parties involved. Phase II, the freeway interchange, is about three months ahead of schedule. The ramps on the south side of Mayfield Road will be closed until approximately October. This will allow for a safer work area and to allow the work to move more quickly. Again, the road will be opened up for the winter months with construction resuming in April. The City continues to monitor the congestion around this section. Signs have been added for alternate routes with the cooperation of Lyndhurst Mayor Cicero.

The City received a packet of information from the state for the $100,000 grant it received for improvements to the Ross C. DeJohn Community Center.

A design for landscaping on Mayfield Road was prepared to use the block grant money the City received. The City is hoping to add 100 trees west of Lander Road. Businesses can also take advantage of the block grant money to improve store fronts.

There were a lot of fun events over the summer including Community Unity Days. The Mayor thanked Recreation Director Sean Ward and his staff, as well as the Parks and Recreation Commission for all the work it entails for these events.

The latest issue of the City Focus should be in the mail soon and will contain pertinent information for all residents and the business community.

The Mayor thanked Human Services Director Eileen Adornetti for her efforts in setting up a new flu shot program for this year. The Mayor had hoped to be able to extend the program to more residents and Director Adornetti was able to find a program to assist. The program will now be open to all residents 18 years of age or older. It will be held on October 29, 2008 at the community center.

The Mayor's Annual Golf Outing brought in over $11,000, which will be put back into Parks and Recreation.

The City's economic development program continues to be successful. Public Sector reported that a new company would bring over 100 new jobs to the City. There are several other companies actively looking to move into the City.

Director of Law Carr: No report.

Director of Finance Tribby: No report.

REPORTS OF COMMITTEES, COMMISSIONS AND BOARDS:

Building Committee: No report.

Finance and Audit Committee: Mr. Mercurio reported there is one item on the agenda and a memo was received from Mr. Tribby regarding the item.

Legislative Committee: No report.

Public Works and Services Committee: No report.

Recreation and Parks Committee: Mrs. Snider reported on the meeting held August 26, 2008. Copies of the minutes of the meeting were mailed to all members and are a part of the permanent record. She mentioned that Litty Bitty Basketball signup has started and the next Adult Day Out would be on September 23 with a visit to three wineries.

Safety and Transportation Committee: No report.

Board of Zoning Appeals: Mr. Kobunski reported a meeting would be held September 9, 2008.

Commission on Aging: Mayor Costabile reported on the meeting held September 2, 2008. Copies of the minutes of the meeting were mailed to all members and are a part of the permanent record. The Gold Resident Program was very popular during Community Unity Days with over 140 people attending. The 50+ dances will continue, but will recess in the summer when attendance is down.

Planning Commission: Mr. Sasak reported a meeting would be held September 15, 2008.

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PUBLIC COMMENT: None.

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RESOLUTION NO. 2008-62: "A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to purchase additional items for the Case 621E Wheel Loader from Southeastern Equipment Company." Mr. Carr read the resolution by title only. Mr. Kobunski moved for suspension of the rules, seconded by Mr. DiCicco. Roll Call on motion as stated: AYES: Finney, Mercurio, Snider, Kobunski, Sasak, DiCicco, Ballistrea. NAYS: None. Motion carried. Mr. Mercurio moved for adoption, seconded by Mrs. Finney. Mr. Ballistrea stated a copy of the quote was received along with the memo from Mr. Tribby. The funds are available for this purchase. Roll Call on motion as stated: AYES: Snider, DiCicco, Sasak, Mercurio, Finney, Kobunski, Ballistrea. NAYS: None. Motion carried. The resolution is adopted.

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ORDINANCE NO. 2008-16: "An Ordinance amending Chapter 1311, Section 1311.01, of the Codified Ordinances of the City of Mayfield Heights, pertaining to Ohio Building Code." Mr. Carr read the ordinance by title only. Mrs. Snider moved for suspension of the rules, seconded by Mr. Mercurio. 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. Sasak. Mr. Ballistrea commented that this is the adoption of the newest edition of the code, a housekeeping matter. Roll Call on motion as stated: AYES: Mercurio, Sasak, Kobunski, Snider, DiCicco, Finney, Ballistrea. NAYS: None. Motion carried. The resolution is adopted.

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There being no further business to come before Council, Mr. Ballistrea adjourned the meeting at 7:55 P.M.

Approved: Respectfully submitted,

Michael Ballistrea Lisa A. Benedetti, MMC

Council President Deputy Clerk of Council

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September 8, 2008