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CITY OF CARLISLE
OCTOBER 13, 2009

The regular meeting of the City of Carlisle was held this evening, October 13, 2009 in Town Hall with Mayor Tim Humphries presiding. The meeting was opened at 7:00PM with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Roll call: Mr. Dennis Bowles, aye; Mrs. Carry Branson, aye; Mayor Tim Humphries, aye; Mr. James Lickliter, aye; Mrs. Jennifer Long, aye; Mrs. Mary Ann Thompson, aye; Mr. Randy Winkler, aye.

The minutes of September 22, 2009 were presented to Council for approval. Mr. Lickliter made a motion to approve the minutes as presented. Mrs. Thompson seconded the motion.

Public Forum:
Mr. Martin Kim from Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission presented to Council a Power Point Presentation on Going Places. Mr. Kim’s presentation was on “How might the Region look in 30 years?”He spoke on urbanization trends, planning process and scope which is a three phase process with an estimated timeline of four years.
The phases are:
Phase I: Existing condition assessment: Physical and Non Physical Condition Evaluation
Phase II: Future Landscape Exploration: Future Land Use Scenario Development and Assessment
Phase III: Building a Clear & Shared Regional Growth Framework.
The study area consist of Greene, Miami, and Montgomery counties
Cities of Carlisle, Franklin, and Springboro in Warren County
Mr. Kim stated there is a resolution for council’s consideration endorsing the existing condition assessments phases of the Going Places and would appreciate Council support in passing a future resolution.
A public input meeting is scheduled for October 20, 2009 from 6:00 – 7:30PM at the Franklin Fire Department and Mr. Kim is encouraging citizens of Carlisle to come and participate.

Mr. Wayne Shepherd, Lions Club Secretary, of 8195 Meadowlark Drive invited everyone to the Carlisle Lions Fish Fry on October 17, 2009 from 4:00PM to 6:30PM. The Lions will serve in house, have carry out, and delivery.

Mr. Gary Harrison, 4240 Rogers Ave stated he was running for Franklin Township Trustee, more than happy to sit down and talk about Fire, Emergency or anything else.

Council Report:
Mrs. Thompson stated she has received comments that citizens are pleased with the work that the City Council is doing. Eagle Ridge residents would like to see more Police Patrol; no problems just want to see the visibility of the police in the area. Mrs. Thompson stated she had received complaints of the ongoing issue with property maintenance, will give specific to the City Manager. Mrs. Thompson stated there is an ongoing problem with kids loitering around Subway. Mrs. Callahan stated she is aware of the
situation and the police are there on Wednesdays and Friday to speak with the kids. They have posted a “No loitering”sign.
Mr. Winkler was asked to recognize four Carlisle police officers for their help during a funeral of a former Carlisle Police Officers mother. The former officer now works for Franklin Police Department. This officer’s mother had died and Chief Boggess, Lt. Slyder, Officer Badger and Officer Mosley gave their own time to assist Franklin with the funeral possession. The family extends their appreciation to these officers.
Mrs. Branson announced that the Hot Dog Roast and Story Telling will be October 17, 2009 from 8PM to 10PM at the Roscoe Roof Park. The hayride and storytelling is free, there is a charge for the food.
Mr. Bowles asked the Mayor on how the Indian Path is working. Mayor commented working 95% of the time.
Mayor’s Report:
In the past, the students would use the brick path by Town Hall around the Flag Pole to cross over to the Whistle Stop, the situation has changed with new upgrades, the widen street, and new street light. Mayor stated he has marked the path that students should take with Indian Path Signs showing the proper direction to take. Mayor felt that it was working 95% of the time.
The Mayor commented that during the Lions Fish Fry, the Carlisle Historical Society will have an Open House at the same time for people who would like to see the History of Carlisle.
Managers Report:
Mrs. Callahan commented that the city has replaced a sound cable in the Council Chambers and that the problem with the sound system has been discussed with Mr. Warrington of Carlisle Local Schools. Mr. Warrington along with City Staff believe that the sound loss is due to how it is being broadcast out on the Time Warner System. City will continue to monitor the situation and try and find solutions.
Committee Report:
Mr. Lickliter stated the Finance Committee met this evening to discuss the Preliminary 2010 Budget. The committee will be meeting again to finalize some figures and will schedule three readings for the ordinance to be read, starting on November 10th. There were no surprises, and the 2010 wish list looks fine.
AN ORDIANANCE TO MAKE REAPPROPRIATIONS/SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATIONS FOR CURRENT EXPENSES AND OTHER EXPENDITURES FOR THE CITY OF CARLISLE DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009, AMENDMENT NUMBER 11, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Discussion: $23,500 is needed from the Eagle Ridge TIF Funds and $6,600 is needed from the Waterbury TIF Funds for additional distribution to the Carlisle Local Schools. $1,200 is needed for a new desktop computer system for the Mayors Court. $11,600 is needed in the Refuse Fund. Total appropriations request is $42,900.
Mrs. Thompson made a motion to suspend the rules requiring three readings, have one reading by title only, and declaring an emergency. Seconded by Mrs. Branson.
Roll call: Mrs. Branson, aye; Mayor Humphries, aye; Mr. Lickliter, aye; Mrs. Long, aye; Mrs. Thompson, aye; Mr. Winkler, aye; Mr. Bowles, aye.
Mrs. Long made a motion to adopt the Ordinance, seconded by Mrs. Thompson.
Roll call: Mrs. Branson, aye; Mayor Humphries, aye; Mr. Lickliter, aye; Mrs. Long, aye; Mrs. Thompson, aye; Mr. Winkler, aye; Mr. Bowles, aye.

Ordinance passed of this day will enter into Ordinance Record Book as 23-09.
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE AMOUNTS AND RATES AS DETERMINED BY THE BUDGET COMMISSION AND THE AUTHORIZING OF THE NECESSARY TAX LEVIES AND CERTIFYING THEM TO THE CUNTY AUDITIOR, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Discussion: This resolution is to accept the amounts and rates determined by Warren County to authorize the necessary tax levies and certify them. This legislation needs to be approved by October 31, 2009. Warren County is asking for approval in certifying the estimated share of the tax revenue for our city.
Mr. Winkler made a motion to suspend the rules requiring three readings, have one reading by title only, and declaring an emergency. Seconded by Mrs. Thompson.
Roll call: Mr. Lickliter, aye; Mrs. Long, aye; Mrs. Thompson, aye; Mr. Winkler, aye; Mr. Bowles, aye; Mrs. Branson, aye; Mayor Humphries, aye.
Mr. Winkler made a motion to adopt the Resolution, seconded by Mrs. Thompson.
Roll call: Mr. Lickliter, aye; Mrs. Long, aye; Mrs. Thompson, aye; Mr. Winkler, aye; Mr. Bowles, aye; Mrs. Branson, aye; Mayor Humphries, aye.

Resolution passed of this day will entered into Resolution Record Book as 10-09.
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE AMOUNTS AND RATES AS DETERMINED BY THE BUDGET COMMISSION AND THE AUTHORIZING OF THE NECESSARY TAX LEVIES AND CERTIFYING THEM TO THE COUNTY AUDITOR, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Discussion: Needs to be approved and certified to Montgomery County same as Warren County.
Mr. Winkler made a motion to suspend the rules requiring three readings, have one reading by title only, and declaring an emergency. Seconded by Mrs. Long.
Roll call: Mrs. Long, aye; Mrs. Thompson, aye; Mr. Winkler, aye; Mr. Bowles, aye; Mrs. Branson, aye; Mayor Humphries, aye; Mr. Lickliter, aye.
Mrs. Thompson made a motion to adopt the Resolution, seconded by Mr. Lickliter.
Roll call: Mrs. Long, aye; Mrs. Thompson, aye; Mr. Winkler, aye; Mr. Bowles, aye; Mrs. Branson, aye; Mayor Humphries, aye; Mr. Lickliter, aye.

AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF $813,750 VARIOUS PURPOSE BOND ANTICIPATION NOTES, SEVENTH (2009) RENEWAL, BY THE MUNICIPALITY OF CARLISLE, OHIO IN ANTICIPATIOIN OF THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS.
Discussion: This is on as an emergency and to adopt. This note will reduce our previous note by $50,000, we will issue the $813,750 note for the Carlisle Business Park.
Mrs. Thompson made a motion to suspend the rules requiring three readings, have one reading by title only, and declaring an emergency. Seconded by Mrs. Long.
Roll call: Mrs. Thompson, aye; Mr. Winkler, aye; Mr. Bowles, aye; Mrs. Branson, aye; Mayor Humphries, aye; Mr. Lickliter, aye; Mrs. Long, aye.
Mr. Winkler made a motion to adopt the Ordinance. Seconded by Mrs. Thompson.
Roll call: Mrs. Thompson, aye; Mr. Winkler, aye; Mr. Bowles, aye; Mrs. Branson, aye; Mayor Humphries, aye; Mr. Lickliter, aye; Mrs. Long, aye.

Ordinance passed of this day will enter into Ordinance Record Book as 24-09.
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF $37,000 OF RENEWAL BOND ANTICIPATION NOTES, SEVENTH (2010) RENEWAL, FOR THE PURPOSE OF ACQUIRING AUTOMOTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR THE MUNICIPALITY.
Discussion: This is on for first reading only. This ordinance will reduce $37,000 related to the purchase of the Fire Engine. Will be on for second reading at the next council meeting.
There being no further business Mrs. Thompson made a motion to adjourn seconded by Mrs. Branson.
Roll call; Mr. Winkler, aye; Mr. Bowles, aye; Mrs. Branson, aye; Mayor Humphries, aye; Mr. Lickliter, aye; Mrs. Long, aye; Mrs. Thompson, aye.
Meeting adjourned at 7:50PM.
Date: _______________________
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Mayor
Attest: ______________________
Clerk of Council