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Vandalia City Council Meeting - August 21, 2023

City Council — Monday, August 21, 2023

BodyVandalia, Ohio

SessionCity Council

DateMonday, August 21, 2023

StatusFILED

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Please stand for the pledge.

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I pledge allegiance to the United States of America to the Republic for which it stands.

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One nation.

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Individual liberty and justice for all.

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And next we have the approval of minutes.

0:26

Council, you've had an opportunity to review the council study session minutes of July 17th along with the council meeting minutes of July 17th.

0:34

Are there any comments or corrections?

0:37

Being none, they stand approved.

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That brings us to communications petitions and awards.

0:41

And the first item is an introduction and oath of office.

0:44

A police sergeant Brian Krim.

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Mr.

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Went.

0:49

Excellent.

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Thank you, Your Honor.

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Sergeant Krim, will you please stand up?

0:53

The uh this is Brian Krim.

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Brian Krim wrote a seven-page cover letter detailing how he would work towards the Vandalia Division of Police's department goals and the citywide policy goals.

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It is one of the best documents that I've ever seen an employee produce at work.

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And so, Brian, I I'm so proud of you.

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Um in this promotion, it's so well deserved.

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And so Brian has been a he's a Butler High grad.

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He has been a detective and police officer since 2006 here.

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Um he's been a watch acting watch supervisor, range training officer, field training officer, and he's been on bike patrol.

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Um Brian was a fire and EMS captain in the Vandalia Division of Fire from 2001 to April 2011.

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And prior to that, he was a police officer at Butler Township.

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Um Brian holds a master's degree in criminal justice administration and also a bachelor of science where he did and performed really well.

2:01

And at one period, he also was a corrections officer uh at the sheriff's department.

2:07

It's it's no surprise to see Brian get promoted, I don't think.

2:12

Um in 2015, he received a meritorious service award from Chief Knight and Sergeant Steinbruner for saving the life of a female who is actively choking on food uh during the air show that year.

2:25

And so that's my introduction for Brian Krim for you, and I will go ahead and administer the oath.

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Brian, you can relax.

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The uh do you want to bring your favorite?

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Mrs.

2:41

Krim.

2:42

Uh if you want somebody to take a video, I'm sure Rod Crown would be well able to do that for you then we'd be glad to be back for you.

2:56

Yeah, come on up.

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How do we have the same masculine?

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I Brian Crim, Salad.

3:15

Hi, Brian Crimson.

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That I will support the Constitution.

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And we'll obey the laws of the United States.

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And we'll obey the law of the United States.

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And of the state of Ohio.

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That I will in all respects.

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I would all respects.

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Observe the provisions.

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Observe the provision.

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Of the charter.

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Of the city of Angela.

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And we'll faithfully discharge.

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The duties of the office.

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Of police subject.

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Of police sergeant.

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Within the division.

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No.

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All right, thank you.

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Congratulations.

4:49

All right, next we have the introduction of Parks and Recreation Administrative Assistant Sherry McConaughey.

4:55

All right.

Discussion Breakdown — Share of Meeting

Procedural████████████████████████████████32%

Public Engagement██████████████14%

Personnel Matters████████████12%

Transportation Safety███████████11%

Community Engagement████████8%

Arts And Culture███████7%

Budget Equity Analysis██████6%

Engineering And Infrastructure█████5%

Water And Wastewater Management█████5%

Summary of Proceedings

Vandalia City Council Meeting - August 21, 2023

The Vandalia City Council held a regular meeting on August 21, 2023, at 7:00 PM. The meeting included the promotion of a police sergeant, recognition of a retiring employee, approval of several resolutions and ordinances, and reports from the city manager and boards. All votes were unanimous except one.

Consent Calendar

Approval of Minutes: The Council approved the Council Study Session Minutes and Council Meeting Minutes from July 17, 2023, without comment.
July 2023 Bill Listing: The bill listing in the amount of $5,904,632.73, including expenses over $50,000 and purchasing card detail of $21,942.66, was presented for review. No comments were received.

Public Comments & Testimony

No members of the public provided comments during the "Comments from Interested Citizens" segment.

Communications, Petitions and Awards

Introduction and Oath of Office: City Manager Wendt introduced Police Sergeant Brian Krimm, who was promoted effective August 16, 2023. Sergeant Krimm has served with the Vandalia Police Division since 2006 and holds a master's degree in criminal justice administration. He took the oath of office, supported by his family.
Introduction of Staff: Sherry McConnaughey was introduced as the new full-time Parks & Recreation Administrative Assistant. She previously worked part-time in the city manager's office and has a bachelor's in operations management.
Proclamation Honoring Donna Shirley: Mayor Herbst presented a proclamation to the family of Donna Shirley, a Vandalia resident for 62 years who contributed to the Vandalia Preschool and various community organizations. The Council declared August 22, 2023, as Donna Shirley Day.

City Manager's Report

Information Items:
- City offices closed on September 4 for Labor Day; Recreation Center open 7 AM to noon for fitness areas.
- Meeting with Miami Valley Communications Council regarding gas aggregation RFP (following suboptimal electric aggregation).
- Zero loss year recognized for Parks and Recreation, Fire, and Public Works departments.
- Provided update on consent agreement with Super 8 motel, with 30 compliance items to be monitored over three years.
- Downtown market study conducted by Place Dynamics with stakeholder interviews.
- Six of 12 firms interviewed for new public works facility design on Northwoods Boulevard; land valued at $900,000 donated.
- Hometown Heroes featured Range Task Force and Sergeant Holbert.
- Ordered larger battery for northbound Dixie school zone flasher; installation pending.
- Employee appreciation picnic held; next event September 20 with taco bar at senior center.
- Updated dress code to allow visible tattoos and piercings, with restrictions; no public complaints received.
- Chief Althouse helped secure $75,000 for mobile crisis responder program; total outside funding now approximately $4.6 million.
- Rapid flashing beacons received for crosswalks at Demet and Helke, and East Alkaline Springs; assembly delayed but expected soon.
- Police division received recommendation for 10th accreditation renewal from CALEA.
Action Item: Appointed Stephanie Wilmoth to the Vandalia Arts Council by a 7-0 vote.

Resolutions

23-R-51: Resolution waiving formal bidding and authorizing a contract with OHM Advisors for architectural design of the Art Park Amphitheater Project. Approved 7-0.
23-R-52: Resolution accepting $50,000 in CDBG funds from Montgomery County for the 2023 sanitary sewer slip lining project. City's total project cost estimated at $100,000. Approved 7-0.
23-R-53: Resolution to seek membership in the AARP Network of Age-Friendly Communities, required for a $15,000 livability grant. Approved 7-0.

Ordinances

First Reading – 23-22: Ordinance authorizing the issuance of up to $6,000,000 in bonds for transportation improvements on National Road (U.S. 40) and Dog Leg Road, including water, sewer, and paving. Councilman Follick expressed concerns about adding debt during the budget process but approved the first reading. Approved 7-0.
Second Reading – 23-16: Ordinance amending traffic code to make driving while texting a primary offense, mirroring state law. Approved 7-0 after a public hearing with no comments.
Second Reading – 23-18: Ordinance granting a one-year extension for construction commencement of the Redwood Vandalia Development Sub-area A PUD, requested by the applicant due to market trends. Councilman Woods voted no. Approved 6-1.
Emergency Ordinances:
- 23-20: Ordinance approving individual assessments for delinquent stormwater, trash, water, and weed cutting accounts, directing certification to the county auditor. Approved 7-0.
- 23-21: Ordinance revising appropriations for 2023 expenses and amending Ordinance 22-42. Approved 7-0 after a public hearing with no comments.

Reports from Boards and Commissions

Council received minutes from the Board of Zoning Appeals meetings on July 12 and July 26, 2023, and the Vandalia Arts Council meeting on July 18, 2023. No comments.

Council Comments

Council Member McDonald noted a housekeeping check on the public hearing for the appropriations ordinance. Council Member Follick congratulated Sergeant Krimm and commended the zero loss year for several departments. No other comments.

Executive Session

The Council voted 7-0 to enter executive session to discuss the employment of a public official.

Key Outcomes

All votes were 7-0 except for the Redwood PUD extension (6-1).
The meeting adjourned following executive session.

Meeting Transcript

Please stand for the pledge. I pledge allegiance to the United States of America to the Republic for which it stands. One nation. Individual liberty and justice for all. And next we have the approval of minutes. Council, you've had an opportunity to review the council study session minutes of July 17th along with the council meeting minutes of July 17th. Are there any comments or corrections? Being none, they stand approved. That brings us to communications petitions and awards. And the first item is an introduction and oath of office. A police sergeant Brian Krim. Mr. Went. Excellent. Thank you, Your Honor. Sergeant Krim, will you please stand up? The uh this is Brian Krim. Brian Krim wrote a seven-page cover letter detailing how he would work towards the Vandalia Division of Police's department goals and the citywide policy goals. It is one of the best documents that I've ever seen an employee produce at work. And so, Brian, I I'm so proud of you. Um in this promotion, it's so well deserved. And so Brian has been a he's a Butler High grad. He has been a detective and police officer since 2006 here. Um he's been a watch acting watch supervisor, range training officer, field training officer, and he's been on bike patrol. Um Brian was a fire and EMS captain in the Vandalia Division of Fire from 2001 to April 2011. And prior to that, he was a police officer at Butler Township. Um Brian holds a master's degree in criminal justice administration and also a bachelor of science where he did and performed really well. And at one period, he also was a corrections officer uh at the sheriff's department. It's it's no surprise to see Brian get promoted, I don't think. Um in 2015, he received a meritorious service award from Chief Knight and Sergeant Steinbruner for saving the life of a female who is actively choking on food uh during the air show that year. And so that's my introduction for Brian Krim for you, and I will go ahead and administer the oath. Brian, you can relax. The uh do you want to bring your favorite? Mrs. Krim. Uh if you want somebody to take a video, I'm sure Rod Crown would be well able to do that for you then we'd be glad to be back for you. Yeah, come on up. How do we have the same masculine? I Brian Crim, Salad. Hi, Brian Crimson. That I will support the Constitution. And we'll obey the laws of the United States. And we'll obey the law of the United States. And of the state of Ohio. That I will in all respects. I would all respects. Observe the provisions. Observe the provision. Of the charter. Of the city of Angela.

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