CITY OF CORRY COMMUNITY CENTER 7:00 PM MAY 19, 2025 Mayor Baker called the meeting to order, invocation was given by Don Kent and was followed with the ROLL CALL Pledge of Allegiance. Roll call found Council members Fike, Hammond, Lindstrom and Maloney present. Also present, were City Solicitor Caparosa, City Administrator Smith, PW Manager Leofsky, Police Chief Kitchen and Fire Chief Card. (1) Mayor Baker requested a motion to approve the minutes from the April 21, 2025 Regular APPROVE 4/21/25 REGULAR MTG MINUTES Meeting. Motion was made by Mr. Fike and was seconded by Mr. Maloney; motion carried unanimously. (2) Mayor Baker requested a motion to approve the minutes from the May 5, 2025 Special Meeting. APPROVE 5/5/25 Motion was made by Mr. Fike and was seconded by Mr. Maloney; motion carried unanimously. SPECIAL MTG MINUTES (3) Mayor Baker requested a motion to approve the minutes from the May 12, 2025 CDBG Public APPROVE 5/12/25 CDBG Hearing. Motion was made by Mr. Fike and was seconded by Mr. Maloney; motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING MINUTES Hearing of the Public: Sheri Taylor spoke in regards to agenda item, Resolution 25-08, she said she doesn't understand it, why we are rushing into it and wiping the slate clean. She said she is interested in HEARING OF THE PUBLIC hearing the history of the project. Mrs. Taylor also addressed the real estate transfer with the RDA, hoping it is not a blanket agreement and that in the future these transactions are made more public. Charles Brink addressed the troubling rumors he has heard and asked for clarification regarding a council member resigning ift the election doesn't favor a certain candidate so that Charlie Campbell can be appointed to the seat for the remainder of the term. He stated that as residents, they trust council to uphold values and respect the will of the voters. Ifthe electors choose not to vote for an individual, they should not circumvent that with a back-room deal, undermining public trust. Linda Pezzino advised that she is a political consultant and activist and that people call her when there are issues within the government sO she can find information. She was asked to give an assessment for the candidates running for local government so she did some research and spoke with constituents regarding certain issues. She then discussed the trail project and her disagreeing with it - then stated the streets need fixed. Roderick Whitehead spoke in regards to the Bemiss subdivision and one property owner's issues with zoning and code compliance within the subdivision. JNORDLAND INTENDED (4) Mr. Fike requested a motion to receive and file retirement letter from John Nordland, Waste RETIREMENT LETTER Water Treatment Lead Operator, with intended retirement date of June 9, 2025. Motion was made by Mrs. Lindstrom and was seconded by Mayor Baker; motion carried unanimously. (5) Mr. Fike requested a motion to approve retirement of John Nordland, Waste Water Treatment J NORDLAND RETIREMENT Lead Operator, with last working day of. June 6, 2025. Motion was made by Mrs. Lindstrom and seconded by Mr. Hammond; motion carried unanimously. (6) Mr. Hammond requested a motion to receive and file resignation letter from Timothy Gould as T GOULD . CONTROLLER City Controller. Motion was made by Mr. Fike and seconded by Mr. Maloney; motion carried unanimously. RESIGNATION LETTER (7) Mr. Hammond requested a motion to approve resignation of Timothy Gould as City Controller. T GOULD - CONTROLLER Motion was made by Mr. Fike and seconded by Mr. Maloney; motion carried unanimously. RESIGNATION (8) Mr. Hammond announced that anyone interested in the City Controller position may submit a CITY CONTROLLER LETTERS letter of interest to the City Clerk by June 13+h, 2025. Letter of interest are preferred but not required. OF INTEREST The qualifications for the City Controller are: 1 Must be a resident of the City for at least one year and remain a resident of the City while in office. Must be at least 21 years of age. Must be an accountant IMPACT CORRY LETTER OF (9) Mrs. Lindstrom requested a motion to receive and file the letter received on April 8, 2025, from INTENT TO BID ON TRAIL Impact Corry expressing their intent to submit bids on the trail parcels, should the City of Corry decide to PARCELS sell them. Motion was made by Mr. Fike and seconded by Mr. Hammond; motion carried unanimously. NW GREENWAYS BLOCK (10) Mrs. Lindstrom requested a motion to receive and file the Northwest Greenways Block Grant GRANT 15T QTR 2025 REPORT Program 1st Quarter 2025 Work Progress Report. Motion was made by Mr. Fike and seconded by Mr. Maloney; motion carried unanimously. (11) Mayor Baker opened discussion with Council on Resolution 25-08, which authorizes the RES 25-08 AGREEMENT w/ RDA RE: BEMISS implementation of an agreement with the Corry Redevelopment Authority concerning the Bemiss SUBDIVISION #2 PROPERTY Subdivision #2 property. Specifically, review Section 1 of the agreement, which addresses the timeline (DISCUSSION) for the completion of the needed improvements. One of the challenges in defining a specific timeline is the uncertainty surrounding the duration of the required engineering study and the grant funding process. At this time, those factors make it difficult to establish a firm deadline. To ensure transparency and ongoing communication, the Redevelopment Authority has agreed to provide regular progress reports to keep the City informed as the project moves forward. Discussion: Mr. Fike said he believes we need a firm timeline as discussed previously, he agrees with the 3-year term with possibility of 2, 3-year extensions, to ensure we don't end up in the situation we have now. Mayor Baker said the grant period could take several years = the term should be bendable or flexible. The public then asked a few questions about the roads and what cost that would be to the City. City Solicitor Caparosa reminded the public that the City of Corry will have no ownership or management interest in this property. Mr. Hammond explained the background of the situation back to last year when Mr. Bemiss contacted the City in regards to the property. Mr. McCoy expresses his concerns relating to his property - stating he would not be able to pay for improvements. Mr. Hammond said he does not see where there would be any expense to Mr. McCoy. City Solicitor Caparosa explained the situation further to him. Mr. Hammond said he is a firm believer in getting it done but we should give them a better opportunity to get these things done and doesn't believe they need a timeline nor does he believe the extension should be sole discretion of the City. Mayor Baker agreed he prefers no timeline but they have to keep us up to date on their progress. Mr. Fike pointed out the term promptly is vague, without a timeline - how can you determine when to call the bond? City Solicitor Caparosa stated another possible issue would be that the Owner/Developer could sell the lots prior to work being completed because there is a bond. She is unsure that we could deny permits for hookups at that time. (12) Mayor Baker requested a motion to approve Resolution 25-08, authorizing the execution and implementation of an agreement with the Corry Redevelopment Authority concerning the Bemiss RES 25-08 AGREEMENT w/ Subdivision #2 property. The agreement contains a three (3) year term with the option of up to two (2) RDAI RE: BEMISS additional three (3) year extensions at the sole discretion of the City, for completion of the required SUBDIVISION #2 PROPERTY improvements. Motion was made by Mr. Fike and seconded by Mr. Maloney; motion carried unanimously. 2 (13) Mayor Baker requested a motion to accept on first reading Ordinance 1665, Bill 25-04 establishing maximum speed limit of 25 miles per hour for motor vehicles traveling on: ORD 1665, BILL 25-04 MAX SPEED LIMIT East Washington Street 1* READING East Smith Street East Washington Street Maple Avenue East Smith Street Pepper Lane Maple Avenue Random Road Pepper Lane Random Road Russell Road (from West Columbus Ave to Random Road) Russell Road Wayne Street Wayne Street Motion was made by Mr. Fike and seconded by Mrs. Lindstrom; motion carried unanimously. (14) Mrs. Lindstrom requested a motion to authorize the reciprocal transfer or real estate between RECIPROCAL TRANSFER OF the City of Corry and the Corry Redevelopment Authority: REAL ESTATE BEWTEEN CITY Transfer from the RDA to the City: OF CORRY/RDA Parcel #5-27-101-1, 115 Pennsylvania Avenue, 4.13 acres possible location of future Parcel #5-27-101-1 Parcel #7-26-85-18 fire station Parcel #6-47-37-5 Parcel #7-26-85-18, North Center Street, future use for additional downtown parking Transfer from City to RDA: Parcel #6-47-37-5, Sciota Rd, 10.61 acres - potential future development Motion includes the Mayor and/or City Administrator to complete all required documents for real estate transfers. Discussion: City Solicitor Caparosa reminded that there will need to be an Agreement of Sale completed for all transfers - to be approved at a formal meeting. Mr. Fike asked if there was any other use for the "possible fire station" property. Mayor Baker said that location is needed for an upcoming RACP grant as a possible location. He also addressed the potential building the RDA wants to put on the Sciota Rd property - we need to make sure there is language in that agreement to protect and move the portion of the trail that has been in existence through the middle of that lot. Mr. Fike's last concern is the lot for the possible additional downtown parking - we have other parking lots that need paved which we have not been able to come up with funding for, it is a concern of adding another lot. Mr. Hammond addressed the parking lot saying in the past 3 years he has never heard anyone talk about paving parking lots. He stated this particular parcel has an opportunity to get a grant for paving, lighting and marking. He advised the public it is the lot behind the thrift store to Rossbacher's and it would give the shop owners an area to park as well as additional parking for he business patrons. Motion was made by Mr. Hammond and seconded by Mr. Maloney; motion carried with Mr. Fike voting against. (15) Mr. Hammond requested a motion to approve paying bills as funds are available. Motion was BILL LIST made by Mr. Maloney and seconded by Mr. Fike; motion carried unanimously. (16) Mr. Hammond announced that the City Treasurer position will be open next year. He said he FINANCE UPDATE - CITY wants that to get in the paper because a semi-retired person could be interested. City Solicitor Caparosa TREASURER POSITION reminded that the Treasurer is an elected position that cannot be filled until there is a vacancy. (17) Mr. Maloney reminded to public of the upcoming multi-municipal tire recycling event for MULT-MUNICIPAL TIRE residents of the City of Corry, Concord Twp and Wayne Twp scheduled for Saturday, June 215 from 8 am RECYCLING EVENT -1 pm. Location is the Elgin Beaverdam Fire Station. Must show proof of residency. Limit of 10 tires per address. Tire size limited to 24.5" with NO RIMS. Tractor tires will be accepted from ONLY Noon - 1pm. (18) Mr. Leofsky provided updates for Public Works - Suite Kote started seal coat/ fog sealing today PUBLIC WORKS UPDATE and the City started pot hole repair. He also advised of a water main break that occurred last week. 3 (19) Mrs. Lindstrom requested a motion to approve the event request for: EVENT REQUESTS - Corry Farmers Market - Fridays, June 20 - Oct 31 (pending receipt of insurance) CORRY FARMER'S MARKET Deluxe 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament - Saturday, July 26 DELUXE: 3 ON: 3 BBALL TOURNEY - Let There Be Light Concert - Friday, August 15 LETTHERE BE LIGHT CONCERT Cover the Gazebo Green - Wednesday, September 17 COVER THE GAZEBO GREEN Motion was made by Mr. Fike and seconded by Mr. Hammond; motion carried unanimously. CITY ADMINISTRATOR (20) City Administrator Smith announced her thanks to all of staff. UPDATE Hearing of the Public: None HEARING OF THE PUBLIC (21) Announcement of meetings: MEETING SCHEDULE a. Monday, June 9, Work Session, 7 pm at the Community Center b. Monday, June 16, Regular Meeting, 7 pm at the Community Center. (22). 2hemeting was adjourned at 8:10 pm. ADJOURN - 5 Cted 343 - 4