Columbus City Council

City Council Chambers, Rm 231

Agenda — 285 items

1. 1 REGULAR MEETING NO. 59 OF COLUMBUS CITY COUNCIL, DECEMBER 9, 2024 at 5:00 P.M. IN COUNCIL CHAMBERS.
2. 2 ROLL CALL
3. 3 READING AND DISPOSAL OF THE JOURNAL Dispense with the reading of the Journal and Approve Pass
4. 4 ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS TO THE JOURNAL
5. 5 COMMUNICATIONS AND REPORTS RECEIVED BY CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
6. 1 THE FOLLOWING COMMUNICATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE AS OF WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 4, 2024 Stock Type: D1 D2 D3 D3A D6 To: 1479 Inc DBA Bier Stube & Patio 1479 N High St Columbus, OH 43201 Permit #: 65496100005 Transfer Type: C1 C2 To: Muhamad Mart LLC West End Bldg Unit Only 1730 Lockbourne Rd Columbus, OH 43207 From: Adil Mart Inc DBA Smoke Shop West End Bldg Unit Only 1730 Lockbourne Rd Columbus, OH 43207 Permit #: 6198354 New Type: D3A To: Wieners on High LLC 1st Fl 2036 N High St Columbus, OH 43201 Permit #: 9610125 Transfer Type: D5 D6 To: 520 South Front LLC Bsmt & Sub Bsmt 520 S Front St Columbus, OH 43215 From: Big Troll Inc DBA McCaskys Grill Bsmt & Sub Bsmt 520 S Front St Columbus, OH 43215 Permit #: 2751711 Advertise Date: 12/14/2024 Agenda Date: 12/9/2024 Return Date: 12/19/2024 Letter from Council Member Shayla Favor to Council President Shannon Hardin dated December 3, 2024 updating the date of her resignation as a Member of Columbus City Council to January 5, 2025 instead of December 31, 2024. (original letter was included in the Communications/Minutes from November 18, 2024) C0036-2024 Read and Filed
7. 7 RESOLUTIONS OF EXPRESSION
8. 8 WYCHE
9. 2 To recognize and celebrate December 6 - 12, 2024 as Computer Science Education Week in Columbus, Ohio. 0323X-2024 Adopted Pass
10. 10 FROM THE FLOOR
11. 11 HARDIN
12. LA To Honor and Recognize Michael S. Brown for his Loyal Dedication to Public Service and Commitment to the Betterment of Columbus 0324X-2024 Adopted Pass
13. 13 ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS TO THE AGENDA
14. FR FIRST READING OF 30-DAY LEGISLATION To waive the reading of the titles of first reading legislation Pass
15. 15 FINANCE & GOVERNANCE: BANKSTON, CHR. DORANS, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
16. FR-1 To authorize the Finance and Management Director to enter into three (3) Universal Term Contracts for the option to purchase Traffic Signal Detector Equipment with Path Master Inc., Baldwin & Sours Inc, and Iron Armour LLC; and to authorize the expenditure of $3.00. ($3.00) 3073-2024 Read for the First Time
17. FR-2 To authorize the Director of Finance and Management, on behalf of the Office of Construction Management, to enter into a construction contract with Berglund Construction Company for the 77 North Front Street - Curtainwall Sealants project; to authorize a transfer up to $122,000.00 and an expenditure up to $522,000.00 within the Construction Management Capital Improvements Bond Fund; to provide for payment of prevailing wage services to the Department of Public Service; and to amend the 2024 Capital Improvements Budget. ($522,000.00) 3096-2024 Read for the First Time
18. FR-3 To authorize the Director of the Finance and Management Department, on behalf of the Department of Technology, to establish a purchase order with Brown Enterprise Solutions, LLC, utilizing State Master Cloud Service Agreement - MCSA0016 for the procurement of various Adobe software application products through a Large Government Agency agreement (LGA) for the Department of Technology and various other city agencies; and to authorize the expenditure of $278,202.84 for the above-described purpose. ($278,202.84) 3176-2024 Read for the First Time
19. FR-4 To authorize the Director of the Department of Finance and Management, on behalf of the Office of Construction Management, to enter into a construction contract with Black Bronco Construction LLC for the Fire Station 24 Renovation project; to authorize a transfer of $52,000.00 and expenditure of $852,000.00 within the Safety General Obligations Bonds Fund; to provide for payment of prevailing wage services to the Department of Public Service; and to amend the 2024 Capital Improvements Budget. ($852,000.00) 3177-2024 Read for the First Time
20. FR-5 To authorize the Department of Technology, on behalf of the Department of Neighborhoods, to enter into a contract renewal with Granicus, LLC for annual maintenance and other hosting related costs of the 311 Respond System; and to authorize the expenditure of $300,000.00 from the Information Services operating budget for the above-mentioned service. ($300,000.00) 3182-2024 Read for the First Time
21. FR-6 To authorize the Director of Finance and Management, on behalf of the Office of Construction Management, to enter into a professional services agreement with Division 7, Inc., for the Roof Maintenance Program (2024); and to authorize an expenditure up to $700,000.00 within the General Fund. ($700,000.00) 3239-2024 Read for the First Time
22. FR-7 To authorize the City Clerk to enter into contract with The Participatory Budgeting Project, Inc. to provide consultancy services on participatory budgeting; to authorize an appropriation and expenditure within the Neighborhood Initiatives subfund; and to declare an emergency. ($55,122.00) 3282-2024 Read for the First Time
23. FR-8 To establish the Cannabis Host Community Special Revenue Fund. (Amended by Ord. 3436-2024 passed on 1/12/26 -LG) 3436-2024 Read for the First Time
24. 24 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & SMALL AND MINORITY BUSINESS: BANKSTON, CHR. BARROSO DE PADILLA, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
25. FR-9 To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to enter into an Enterprise Zone Agreement with FlightSafety International, Inc. & FlightSafety Textron Aviation Training LLC (the "Enterprise") for a tax abatement of seventy-five percent (75%) for a period of ten (10) consecutive years in consideration of the Enterprise investing a total project cost of approximately $44,084,667.00, the retention of one hundred and sixty-two (162) full time positions with an associated annual payroll of $18,616,296.00, and the creation of thirty-five (35) net new full-time permanent positions with an estimated annual payroll of approximately $3,290,000.00 at the proposed Project Site. ($0.00) 3160-2024 Read for the First Time
26. FR-10 To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to enter into a Pay As We Grow Agreement with Western Property LLC for fulfillment of Pay As We Grow requirements for property located at 5141 Cosgray Road, subject to Rezoning Application # Z23-063, and to terminate the Memorandum of Understanding with Dominion Homes, Inc., as it relates to said property. ($0.00) 3217-2024 Read for the First Time
27. FR-11 To authorize the Director of Development to execute a memorandum of understanding with Rev1 Ventures, a not-for-profit corporation, to memorialize the parties’ understandings by executing on the 2022 Downtown Strategic Plan by having Rev1 Ventures relocate its operations, staff, and its start-up and growth company tenants to a downtown campus with the financial support of the City. ($0.00) 3275-2024 Read for the First Time
28. FR-12 To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to enter into a Downtown Office Incentive Agreement with Schaefer for a term of up to five (5) consecutive years in the consideration of twenty (20) net new full-time permanent positions with an estimated associated payroll of approximately $1,615,000.00 and the retention and relocation of twenty-one (21) full-time permanent positions with an estimated associated annual payroll of approximately $1,696,182.00 as provided in Columbus City Council Resolution Number 0088X-2007, adopted June 4, 2007. ($0.00) 3276-2024 Read for the First Time
29. FR-13 To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to amend the City of Columbus Jobs Growth Incentive Agreement with FlightSafety International, Inc. to (i) extend the incentive term two additional years, now culminating on January 1, 2028 instead of January 1, 2026, (ii) to add 4010 Bridgeway Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43219, parcel number 010-293794 as additional Project Site to the JGI Agreement and (iii) to add FlightSafety Textron Aviation Training LLC as an additional Grantee to the JGI Agreement. 3315-2024 Read for the First Time
30. FR-14 To authorize the City Clerk to enter into a grant agreement with the Columbus Music Commission in support of the Greater Columbus Music Economic Impact Study; and to authorize an appropriation and expenditure of $25,000.00 within the Job Growth subfund. ($25,000.00) 3373-2024 Read for the First Time
31. 31 PUBLIC SERVICE & TRANSPORTATION: BARROSO DE PADILLA, CHR. DAY-ACHAUER, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
32. FR-15 To authorize the Director of Public Service to enter into contract with AAD Contracting, Inc. for the Bridge Cleaning and Sealing 2024 project; to authorize the expenditure of up to $380,000.00 from the Street Construction Maintenance and Repair Fund for the project. ($380,000.00) 3118-2024 Read for the First Time
33. FR-16 To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Service to enter into a grant agreement with the Short North Alliance, Inc. to provide funding for various public parking initiatives within the Short North Parking Benefit District; and to authorize an expenditure of $300,000.00 from the Mobility Enterprise Operating Fund. ($300,000.00) 3120-2024 Read for the First Time
34. FR-17 To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Service to execute those documents necessary for the transfer of 0.023 acre portion of right-of-way near Camden Avenue to Camden Land Holdings LLC. 3193-2024 Read for the First Time
35. FR-18 To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Service to execute those documents necessary for the transfer of 0.174 acre portion of right-of-way near Mound Street to Evans Carpet Junkyard Inc. 3195-2024 Read for the First Time
36. FR-19 To authorize the Director of Public Service to request that the Director of the Ohio Department of Transportation establish a reasonable and safe prima facie speed on Alton and Darby Creek Road from Feder Road to Renner Road; to repeal any and all speed limit ordinances and resolutions on said roadway. ($0.00) 3206-2024 Read for the First Time
37. FR-20 To authorize the Director of Public Service to request that the Director of the Ohio Department of Transportation establish a reasonable and safe prima facie speed on Feder Road from Alton and Darby Creek Road to Hilliard-Rome Road; to repeal any and all speed limit ordinances and resolutions on said roadway. ($0.00) 3207-2024 Read for the First Time
38. FR-21 To authorize the Director of Public Service to request that the Director of the Ohio Department of Transportation establish a reasonable and safe prima facie speed on North Hague Avenue from the Columbus corporation limit north of Harrison Road to Trabue Road; to repeal any and all speed limit ordinances and resolutions on said roadway. ($0.00) 3221-2024 Read for the First Time
39. FR-22 To authorize the Director of Public Service to request that the Director of the Ohio Department of Transportation establish a reasonable and safe prima facie speed on North High Street from Goodale Street to King Avenue; to repeal any and all speed limit ordinances and resolutions on said roadway. ($0.00) 3223-2024 Read for the First Time
40. FR-23 To authorize the Director of Public Service to request that the Director of the Ohio Department of Transportation establish a reasonable and safe prima facie speed on Lockbourne Road from Commerce Street to London-Groveport Road; to repeal any and all speed limit ordinances and resolutions on said roadway. ($0.00) 3225-2024 Read for the First Time
41. FR-24 To authorize the Director of Public Service to request that the Director of the Ohio Department of Transportation establish a reasonable and safe prima facie speed on Sunbury Road from Holt Road to Innis Road/McCutcheon Road; to repeal any and all speed limit ordinances and resolutions on said roadway. ($0.00) (Amended by Ord. 0002-2025 passed on 1/27/2025). 3232-2024 Read for the First Time
42. FR-25 To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Service to execute those documents necessary for the transfer of 0.024 portion of Whittier Avenue right-of-way to Melissa L. Grawe. 3394-2024 Read for the First Time
43. 43 NEIGHBORHOODS, RECREATION, & PARKS: DAY-ACHAUER, CHR. WYCHE, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
44. FR-26 To authorize the Director of Recreation and Parks to enter into contract with Aggressive Mechanical, Inc. for the HVAC Upgrades - Adventure Center and Cleo Dumaree Project; to authorize the transfer of $750,000.00 within the Recreation and Parks Voted Bond Fund; to authorize the amendment of the 2024 Capital Improvements Budget; and to authorize the expenditure of $1,000,000.00 from the Recreation and Parks Grant Fund and the Recreation and Parks Voted Bond Fund. ($1,000,000.00) 3062-2024 Read for the First Time
45. FR-27 To authorize the Director of the Recreation and Parks Department to enter into contract with Unlimited Core Solutions, LLC for the Berliner Utility Improvements Project; to authorize the transfer of $42,635.00 within the Recreation and Parks Voted Bond Fund; to authorize the amendment of the 2024 Capital Improvements Budget; and to authorize the expenditure of $82,000.00 from the Recreation and Parks Special Purpose Fund and Voted Bond Fund. ($82,000.00) 3063-2024 Read for the First Time
46. FR-28 To authorize the Director of the Recreation and Parks Department to enter into contract with Dynotec, Inc. for the Hard Surfaces Program 2024 Phase 2 Project; to authorize the transfer of $99,528.55 within the Recreation and Parks Voted Bond Fund; to authorize the amendment of the 2024 Capital Improvements Budget; and to authorize the expenditure of $99,528.55 from the Recreation and Parks Voted Bond Fund. ($99,528.55) 3064-2024 Read for the First Time
47. FR-29 To authorize the Director of the Recreation and Parks Department to enter into contract with CAP-Stone and Associates, Inc. for the Lincoln Park Lighting, Court and Path Additions Project; to authorize the appropriation of $150,540.98 within the Recreation and Parks Permanent Improvement Fund; to authorize the transfer of $150,540.98 within the Recreation and Parks Permanent Improvement Fund; to authorize the amendment of the 2024 Capital Improvements Budget; and to authorize the expenditure of $150,540.98 from the Recreation and Parks Permanent Improvement Fund. ($150,540.98) (Amended by ord. 0072-2026 passed on 2/9/2026 -LG) 3065-2024 Read for the First Time
48. FR-30 To authorize the Director of the Recreation and Parks Department to modify an existing contract with Design Workshop, Inc. for the Columbus Recreation and Parks 2025-2035 Master Plan Project; and to authorize the expenditure of $8,561.00 from the Recreation and Parks Operating Fund. ($8,561.00) 3067-2024 Read for the First Time
49. FR-31 To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to enter into a Grant Agreement with the Columbus Association for the Performing Arts (CAPA) in an amount of up to $700,000.00, to advance the planning, design and construction of The Chapel to continue cultivating and nurturing the performing arts in Columbus and to authorize the expenditure of up to $700,000.00 from the Development Taxable Bond Fund; and to allow for expenditures prior to the Purchase Order. ($700,000.00) 3316-2024 Read for the First Time
50. FR-32 To authorize the City Clerk to enter into a grant agreement with Advocates for Basic Legal Equality, Inc. for the purpose of providing legal services for immigrant and refugee families in relation to Columbus Families Together Fund; to authorize an appropriation and expenditure within the Public Safety Initiatives subfund; and to declare an emergency. ($300,000.00) 3501-2024 Read for the First Time
51. 51 WORKFORCE, EDUCATION, & LABOR: DORANS, CHR. HARDIN, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
52. FR-33 To authorize the Director of the Human Resources Department to contract with Delta Dental Plan of Ohio, Inc. to align with changes resulting from collective bargaining for the period January 1, 2025 through February 28, 2025. ($0.00) 3266-2024 Read for the First Time
53. FR-34 To authorize the Director of the Office of Education to enter into contract with The Educational Service Center of Central Ohio (on behalf of Franklin County Family and Children First/Partnership4Success); and to authorize the expenditure of $70,000.00 from the general fund. ($70,000.00) 3308-2024 Read for the First Time
54. 54 HOUSING, HOMELESSNESS, & BUILDING: FAVOR, CHR. GREEN, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
55. FR-35 To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to modify the contract with Officemotive Inc. dba Capital Typing to extend the agreement for one additional year. ($0.00) 2802-2024 Read for the First Time
56. FR-36 To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to execute any and all necessary agreements and deeds for conveyance of title of one parcel of real property (1201 E. Whittier Street) held in the Land Bank pursuant to the Land Reutilization Program. 3211-2024 Read for the First Time
57. FR-37 To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to forgive principal for a loan to The Commons at Grant Limited Partnership due to the City of Columbus totaling $900,000.00, to authorize the Director of the Department of Development to execute the necessary documents to convey the title of the property located at 398 S. Grant Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43215 to the The Commons at Grant (TC2) Senior Housing Limited Partnership at no cost. (Amended by Ord. 1355-2025 on 6/2/2025 -LG). 3349-2024 Read for the First Time
58. 58 PUBLIC SAFETY & CRIMINAL JUSTICE: REMY, CHR. FAVOR, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
59. FR-38 To authorize the Finance and Management Director to associate all general budget reservations resulting from this ordinance with the appropriate Universal Term Contract Purchase Agreement with Axon Enterprise Inc for the purchase of Drones, Software and accessories for the Division of Police; to authorize the expenditure of $172,000.00 from the Law Enforcement Contraband Fund. ($172,000.00) (Amended by ord. 0366-2025 passed on 3/24/2025 - LG). 3072-2024 Read for the First Time
60. FR-39 To authorize and direct the Administrative and Presiding Judge of the Franklin County Municipal Court to enter into contract with StepMobile LLC; to authorize the expenditure of $116,000 for a new mediation case management system from the Franklin County Municipal Court Judges Fund, in accordance with the sole source provisions of the Columbus City Code. ($116,000) 3312-2024 Read for the First Time
61. 61 PUBLIC UTILITIES & SUSTAINABILITY: WYCHE, CHR. REMY, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
62. FR-40 To authorize the Director of Finance and Management to associate all General Budget reservations resulting from this ordinance with the appropriate Universal Term Contract Purchase Agreement for Light Duty Trucks for the Division of Water with Ricart Properties, Inc.; to appropriate funds within the Special Purpose Fund-Land Stewardship Subfund ; and to authorize the expenditure of $100,000.00 from the Water Operating Fund and $90,000.00 from the Special Purpose Fund-Land Stewardship Subfund. ($190,000.00) 2782-2024 Read for the First Time
63. FR-41 To authorize the Director of Public Utilities to enter into a contract modification with Resource International, Inc., for the Construction Administration/Construction Inspection Services 2023-2025 contract; to authorize an amendment to the 2024 Capital Improvement Budget; and to expend up to $62,341.50 from the Sanitary Bond Fund for the modification. ($62,341.50) 3017-2024 Read for the First Time
64. FR-42 To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Utilities to modify a construction contract for the 2022 Utility Cut Restoration Project with Decker Construction Company for the Division of Water; and to add funding and to authorize the expenditure of $800,000.00 from the Water Operating Fund. ($800,000.00) 3044-2024 Read for the First Time
65. FR-43 To authorize the Director of Public Utilities to enter into a contract modification for professional engineering services with Dynotec, Inc. for the Blueprint Winthrop / Milton Area Integrated Solutions Project; to authorize the Director of the Department of Public Utilities to apply for, accept, and enter into a loan agreement with the Ohio Water Development Authority; to appropriate funds in the Sanitary - Fresh Water Market Rate Fund; to make this ordinance contingent upon the Ohio Water Development Authority approving a loan for this project; and to authorize an expenditure of up to $537,846.12 from the Sanitary - Fresh Water Market Rate Fund to pay for the contract modification. ($537,846.12) 3104-2024 Read for the First Time
66. FR-44 To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Utilities to modify and increase the contract with T&M Associates Foundation Inc. for the DPU General Engineering Consultant Services #5 Project; to authorize an amendment to the 2024 Capital Improvement Budget; and to authorize an expenditure of $500,000.00 within the Sanitary Bond Fund to pay for the contract modification. ($500,000.00) 3106-2024 Read for the First Time
67. FR-45 To authorize the Finance and Management Director to enter into a subscription contract with OW Investors LLC dba MARS Company for the upgrade, maintenance, and support of an existing MARS meter test bench system on behalf of the Division of Water; to authorize the expenditure of $59,508.00 from the Water Operating Fund. ($59,508.00) 3109-2024 Read for the First Time
68. FR-46 To authorize the Director of Public Utilities to enter into a contract modification for professional engineering services with AECOM Technical Services, Inc., for the Department of Sewerage and Drainage Sanitary Pump Station 13 Evaluation and Upgrade Project; to authorize an amendment to the 2024 Capital Improvement Budget; to appropriate funds in the Sanitary - Fresh Water Market Rate Fund; to make this ordinance contingent upon the Ohio Water Development Authority approving a loan for this project; and to authorize an expenditure of up to $417,248.79 from the Sanitary - Fresh Water Market Rate Fund to pay for the contract modification. ($417,248.79) 3112-2024 Read for the First Time
69. FR-47 To authorize the Director of Public Utilities to establish a contract with IBI 1 LLC for hydrant painting services; to authorize the expenditure of up to $100,000.00 from the Water Operating Fund. ($100,000.00) 3117-2024 Read for the First Time
70. FR-48 To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Utilities to modify and increase the contract with Arcadis US, Inc. for the Jackson Pike Waste Water Treatment Plant Cogeneration Facility Project; to authorize an amendment to the 2024 Capital Improvement Budget; to authorize the transfer of cash and appropriation between projects in the Sanitary Bond Fund; and to authorize an expenditure of up to $962,500.00 within the Sanitary Bond Fund to pay for the contract modification. ($962,500.00) 3133-2024 Read for the First Time
71. FR-49 To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Utilities to enter into a construction contract with Sehlhorst Equipment Services, LLC, for the Jackson Pike Waste Water Treatment Plant Sludge Concentration Building Demolition project; to waive the procurement requirements of Columbus City Code; to authorize an amendment to the 2024 Capital Improvement Budget; to make this ordinance contingent upon the Ohio Water Development Authority approving a loan for this project; to authorize the appropriation of funds within the Sanitary Revolving Loan Fund; and to authorize the expenditure of $2,219,600.00 from the Sanitary Revolving Loan Fund and the Sanitary Bond Fund to pay for the project. ($2,219,600.00) 3139-2024 Read for the First Time
72. FR-50 To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Utilities to enter into a professional services contract with BBCO Design LLC, for the Space Planning Study Project; to amend the 2024 Capital Improvement Budget; to authorize a transfer of cash and appropriation between projects within the Electricity Bond Fund, Water Bond Fund, Sewer Bond Fund, and Storm Bond Fund; and to authorize an expenditure of $273,186.00 from among the Electricity Bond Fund, Water Bond Fund, Sewer Bond Fund, and Storm Bond Fund. ($273,186.00) 3153-2024 Read for the First Time
73. FR-51 To authorize the Finance and Management Director to associate all General Budget Reservations resulting from this ordinance with the appropriate Universal Term Contract Purchase Agreements for the purchase of materials and supplies for the Division of Water; and to authorize the expenditure of $300,000.00 from the Water Operating Fund. ($300,000.00) 3159-2024 Read for the First Time
74. FR-52 To authorize the Director of Public Utilities to enter into an agreement with Irvin Public Relations for Communications Support services; and to authorize the expenditure of $100,000.00 from the Electricity Operating Fund. ($100,000.00) 3199-2024 Read for the First Time
75. FR-53 To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Utilities to enter into a construction contract with Kokosing Industrial, Inc., for the Fourth Water Plant - Site Preparation Project; to amend the 2024 Capital Improvements Budget; to authorize the appropriation and expenditure of $107,626,136.01 from the Water Supply Revolving Loan Account Fund for the contract; to make this ordinance contingent upon the approval of a loan obtained through the Water Supply Revolving Loan Account program; to authorize the transfer of cash and appropriation within the Water Bond Fund; and to authorize the expenditure of $2,000.00 from the Water Bond Fund to pay for prevailing wage services. ($107,628,136.01) 3267-2024 Read for the First Time
76. FR-54 To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Utilities to enter into a contract modification with EMA, Inc. for the Automatic Meter Reading Project; to authorize an amendment to the 2024 Capital Improvement Budget; to authorize a transfer of cash and appropriation between projects within the Water Bond Fund; and to authorize an expenditure of $1,200,000.00 from the Water Bond Fund for this contract modification. ($1,200,000.00) 3277-2024 Read for the First Time
77. FR-55 To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Utilities to enter into a professional services contract modification with DLZ Ohio, inc. to add funding for the Broadview Road 30-Inch Transmission Main project; to make this ordinance contingent upon the Ohio Water Development Authority approving a loan for this project; to amend the 2024 Capital Improvement Budget; and to authorize the appropriation and expenditure of $616,928.13 from the Water Supply Revolving Loan Account Fund to pay for the contract modification. ($616,928.13) 3281-2024 Read for the First Time
78. FR-56 To authorize the Auditor's Office to appropriate funds relative to the 2025 Community and Litter Special Assistance Recycle Ohio Grant with Ohio Environmental Protection Agency; to authorize the Director of the Department of Public Service to accept a grant award and execute a grant and other requisite agreements with the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency and other entities providing for the acceptance and administration of said grant; to authorize the expenditure of any awarded funds and the refund of any unused funds. ($0.00) 3294-2024 Read for the First Time
79. 79 RULES & POLICY: HARDIN, CHR. DORANS, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
80. 80 BARROSO DE PADILLA
81. FR-57 To enact, amend, and repeal various sections of Chapter 904 of Title 9 - Streets, Parks and Public Properties Code of the Columbus City Code and to declare an emergency. 2851-2024 Read for the First Time
82. 82 DORANS
83. FR-58 To enact new sections 4501.205; 4501.245 and 4525.17 of the Columbus City Codes; to amend sections 4501.275 and 4509.90; to repeal existing sections 4501.275 and 4509.90; adding definitions and requirements to address safety around multi-unit residential ponds in the City of Columbus. 3439-2024 Read for the First Time
84. 84 FAVOR
85. FR-59 To enact Chapter 4518 of the Columbus City Codes to create a Residential Property Wholesaler Registry. 3505-2024 Read for the First Time
86. FR-60 To amend Chapter 4501 and enact sections 4551.08 and 4551.081 of the Columbus City Codes to create an Access to Legal Services policy. 3510-2024 Read for the First Time
87. FR-61 To enact section 4551.07 of the Columbus City Codes to require Rental Increase Notification. 3525-2024 Read for the First Time
88. 88 REMY
89. FR-62 To amend Section 2501.07 of the Columbus City Codes to establish a single-point repository for reporting information to the Fire Prevention Bureau concerning the installation, maintenance, testing, and inspections of fire protection systems; and to repeal existing Section 2501.07. 3440-2024 Read for the First Time
90. 90 HARDIN
91. FR-63 To amend Sections 229.03 and 229.04 of the Columbus City Codes to accommodate the electronic filing of domestic partnership declarations, and to declare an emergency. 3435-2024 Read for the First Time
92. 92 ZONING: DORANS, CHR. HARDIN, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
93. 93 REZONING / AMENDMENTS
94. FR-64 To rezone 897 E. MOUND ST. (43205), being 1.06± acres located on the south side of Mound Street, 90± feet east of Andrew Street, From: R-2F, Residential District, To: AR-2, Apartment Residential District (Rezoning #Z23-070). 3320-2024 Read for the First Time
95. FR-65 To rezone 5551 SHANNON RD. (43110), being 24.46± acres located on the south side of Shannon Road 1,675± feet northeast of Winchester Pike, From: R, Rural District, To: ARLD, Apartment Residential District (Rezoning #Z24-025). 3406-2024 Read for the First Time
96. FR-66 To rezone 5524 N. HAMILTON RD. (43230), being 3.80± acres located on the east side of North Hamilton Road, 725± feet south of Preserve Road, From: L-C-4, Limited Commercial District, To: CPD, Commercial Planned Development District (Rezoning #Z24-032). 3408-2024 Read for the First Time
97. 97 VARIANCES
98. FR-67 To grant a Variance from the provisions of Sections 3309.14, Height districts; 3312.21(B)(3) and (D)(1)(b), Landscaping and screening; 3312.49, Required parking; 3333.18, Building lines; and 3333.23, Minimum side yard permitted, of the Columbus City Code; for the property located at 897 E. MOUND ST. (43205), to allow reduced development standards for an apartment building in the AR-2, Apartment Residential District (Council Variance #CV24-103). 3321-2024 Read for the First Time
99. FR-68 To grant a Variance from the provisions of 3312.21, Landscaping and screening; 3332.06, R-rural area district requirements; and 3333.255, Perimeter yard, of the Columbus City Codes; for the property located at 5551 SHANNON RD. (43110), to allow reduced lot size in the R, Rural District, and reduced development standards for an apartment complex in the ARLD, Apartment Residential District (Council Variance #CV24-076). 3407-2024 Read for the First Time
100. CA CONSENT ACTIONS
101. 101 RESOLUTIONS OF EXPRESSION:
102. 102 BANKSTON
103. CA-1 To Proclaim December 6th-8th as GalaxyCon Columbus Days 0320X-2024 Adopted Pass
104. 104 DORANS
105. CA-2 To Recognize and Celebrate Mark Fluharty on his Retirement and his Contributions to the City of Columbus. 0030X-2024 Adopted Pass
106. 106 FAVOR
107. CA-3 To Recognize C. Sunny Martin for his Contributions to Black-Owned Businesses in Columbus 0326X-2024 Adopted Pass
108. 108 HARDIN
109. CA-4 To Honor and Celebrate the Life of Carla D. Fountaine and her Achievement of the Southeast Lions’ Lifetime Achievement Award 0319X-2024 Adopted Pass
110. CA-5 To Recognize and Celebrate the 100th Anniversary of IBEW Local 683 0321X-2024 Adopted Pass
111. 111 FINANCE & GOVERNANCE: BANKSTON, CHR. DORANS, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
112. CA-6 To authorize the Director of the Department of Finance and Management to execute those documents necessary to release public airport use restrictions on three parcels of real property at John Glenn Columbus International Airport; and to declare an emergency. 0269-2024 Approved Pass
113. CA-7 To authorize the Director of the Department of Finance and Management to enter into two (2) Universal Term Contracts for the option to purchase Traffic Control Devices with Bain Enterprises, LLC and All in Safety Corp.; to authorize the expenditure of $2.00; and to declare an emergency. ($2.00). 2881-2024 Approved Pass
114. CA-8 To authorize the Director of the Department of Technology, on behalf of the Civil Service Commission, to enter into a contract with Governmentjobs.com, Inc (also known as NeoGov) for application hosting services in accordance with the sole source provisions of the Columbus City Codes; and to authorize the expenditure of $196,571.56 from the Department of Technology, Information Services Operating Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($196,571.56) 3085-2024 Approved Pass
115. CA-9 To authorize the Finance and Management Director to modify the contract for the option to purchase Centrex services with AT & T. 3095-2024 Approved Pass
116. CA-10 To authorize the Finance and Management Director on behalf of the Fleet Management Division to enter into contract with Genuine Parts Co/NAPA for one (1) set of four (4) mobile column lifts and a service card kit; to authorize the expenditure of $50,382.43 from the Fleet Capital Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($50,382.43) 3121-2024 Approved Pass
117. CA-11 To authorize the Director of the Department of Finance and Management to establish various purchase orders for fuel and fueling services on behalf of the Fleet Management Division, per the terms and conditions of various previously established Universal Term Contracts; to authorize the expenditure of $600,000.00 from the Fleet Management Operating Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($600,000.00) 3129-2024 Approved Pass
118. CA-12 To authorize the Finance and Management Director to enter into a Universal Term Contract for the option to purchase ADS Flow Monitoring Parts & Service with ADS, LLC in accordance with the sole source provisions of the Columbus City Code; to authorize the expenditure of $1.00; and to declare an emergency. ($1.00). 3158-2024 Approved Pass
119. CA-13 To authorize the Finance and Management Director to establish various purchase orders for towing services of City Owned Vehicles from Eitel’s Towing Services, Inc. on behalf of the Fleet Management Division, per the terms and conditions of various previously established Universal Term Contracts; to authorize the expenditure of $125,000.00 from the Fleet Management Operating Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($125,000.00) 3172-2024 Approved Pass
120. CA-14 To authorize the Director of the Department of Finance and Management, on behalf of the Department of Technology, to establish a purchase order with Brown Enterprise Solutions, LLC for access to Microsoft Enterprise Unified Support services through the State of Ohio’s Microsoft Agreements and Enrollments Large Solution Providers agreement, 0A1252; to authorize the expenditure of $347,960.00 from the Information Services operating fund for the above-stated purpose; and to declare an emergency. ($347,960.00) 3173-2024 Approved Pass
121. CA-15 To authorize the Director of the Department of Finance and Management, on behalf of the Department of Technology, to establish a purchase order with CDW Government LLC, for the procurement of the licenses and professional services for the Palo Alto Firewall; to authorize the expenditure of $289,671.68 for the above-described purpose from the Information Services Operating Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($289,671.68) 3178-2024 Approved Pass
122. CA-16 To authorize the Director of the Department of Finance and Management to associate all General Budget Reservations resulting from this ordinance with various previously established Universal Term Contracts for maintenance on behalf of the Facilities Management Division; to authorize the expenditure of $900,000.00 from the general fund; and to declare an emergency. ($900,000.00) 3186-2024 Approved Pass
123. CA-17 To authorize the Director of the Department of Finance and Management to associate all General Budget Reservations resulting from this ordinance with various previously established Universal Term Contracts for custodial, janitorial, and maintenance supplies on behalf of the Facilities Management Division; to authorize the expenditure of $120,000.00 from the general fund; and to declare an emergency. ($120,000.00) 3198-2024 Approved Pass
124. CA-18 To authorize the Director of Finance and Management, on behalf of the Facilities Management Division, to enter into a contract with Hydro Mechanical of Ohio, LLC for the Jerry Hammond Domestic Boiler Replacement Project; to authorize an amendment to the 2024 Capital Improvement Budget; to authorize a transfer and expenditure up to $132,144.00 within the Construction Management Capital Improvement Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($132,144.00) 3278-2024 Approved Pass
125. CA-19 To authorize the City Treasurer to modify its contract for banking services with Huntington Merchant Services to add additional funding; to authorize the expenditure of $40,000.00; and to declare an emergency. ($40,000.00) 3286-2024 Approved Pass
126. CA-20 To authorize the Director of Finance and Management, on behalf of the Office of Construction Management, to modify and increase the Professional Construction Manager at Risk (CMaR) Services agreement with Gilbane-Smoot for the New Municipal Court Building project; to authorize an expenditure up to $929,000.00 within the Construction Management Capital Improvements Fund; to provide for payment of prevailing wage services to the Department of Public Service; to authorize an amendment to the 2024 Capital Improvements Budget; and to declare an emergency. ($929,000.00) 3302-2024 Approved Pass
127. CA-21 To authorize the Finance and Management Director to enter into two (2) Universal Term Contracts for the option to purchase Traffic Signal Strain Pole Equipment with SIGNALSERVICE, Inc. and Path Master Inc. to authorize the expenditure of $2.00; and to declare an emergency. ($2.00). 3355-2024 Approved Pass
128. 128 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & SMALL AND MINORITY BUSINESS: BANKSTON, CHR. BARROSO DE PADILLA, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
129. CA-22 To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to enter into a not-for-profit service contract with Catholic Social Services, Inc. in an amount up to $52,720.00 for the purpose of assisting the Department of Development to administer the Accelerate Columbus program; to authorize the expenditure of $52,720.00 from the General Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($52,720.00) 3240-2024 Approved Pass
130. CA-23 To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to enter into a service contract with Buckeye Innovation LLC in an amount up to $126,000.00 for the purpose of assisting the Department of Development to administer the Accelerate Columbus program; to authorize the expenditure of $126,000.00 from the General Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($126,000.00) 3241-2024 Approved Pass
131. CA-24 To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to enter into a not-for-profit service contract with Greater Columbus Chamber of Commerce in an amount up to $188,814.00 for the purpose of assisting the Department of Development to administer the Accelerate Columbus program; to authorize the expenditure of $188,814.00 from the General Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($188,814.00) 3242-2024 Approved Pass
132. CA-25 To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to enter into a not-for-profit service contract with Columbus Compact Corporation in an amount up to $128,260.00 for the purpose of assisting the Department of Development to administer the Accelerate Columbus program; to authorize the expenditure of $128,260.00 from the General Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($128,260.00) 3243-2024 Approved Pass
133. CA-26 To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to enter into a not-for-profit service contract with Economic and Community Development Institute, Inc. in an amount up to $71,600.00 for the purpose of assisting the Department of Development to administer the Accelerate Columbus program; to authorize the expenditure of $71,600.00 from the General Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($71,600.00) 3246-2024 Approved Pass
134. CA-27 To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to enter into a service contract with Exposeyour LLC in an amount up to $109,773.00 for the purpose of assisting the Department of Development to administer the Accelerate Columbus program; to authorize the expenditure of $109,773.00 from the General Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($109,773.00) 3248-2024 Approved Pass
135. CA-28 To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to enter into a service contract with Dennis L Guy in an amount up to $78,000.00 for the purpose of assisting the Department of Development to administer the Accelerate Columbus program; to authorize the expenditure of $78,000.00 from the General Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($78,000.00) 3259-2024 Approved Pass
136. CA-29 To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to enter into a service contract with Mkg Dept LLC in an amount up to $116,250.00 for the purpose of assisting the Department of Development to administer the Accelerate Columbus program; to authorize the expenditure of $116,250.00 from the General Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($116,250.00) 3260-2024 Approved Pass
137. CA-30 To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to enter into a service contract with EPiC Creative + Design LLC in an amount up to $116,000.00 for the purpose of administering a program service under Accelerate Columbus 2025; to authorize the expenditure of $116,000.00 from the General Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($116,000.00) 3261-2024 Approved Pass
138. CA-31 To authorize and direct the City Auditor to set up a certificate in the amount of $500,000.00 to fund a review and update of the City’s disparity study; to authorize the expenditure of $500,000.00 from the Operating fund for the purpose described above, and to declare an emergency. ($500,000.00) 3264-2024 Approved Pass
139. CA-32 To authorize the Director of Development to modify the not- for- profit service contract with the Affordable Housing Trust for Columbus and Franklin County (AHT) for the purpose of extending the contract end date to December 31, 2025; and to declare an emergency. (0.00) 3270-2024 Approved Pass
140. CA-33 To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to enter into a service contract with Thomas J. Eveland in an amount up to $108,400.00 for the purpose of assisting the Department of Development to administer the Accelerate Columbus program; to authorize the expenditure of $108,400.00 from the General Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($108,400.00) 3272-2024 Approved Pass
141. CA-34 To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to enter into a Not-for-Profit Service Contract with the Columbus Downtown Development Corporation (CDDC) in an amount up to $18,090.00; to authorize a transfer within and the expenditure of $18,090.00 from the General Fund; to authorize expenses incurred prior to the Purchase Order in an amount up to $18,090.00; to authorize expenditures for stipends for concept development for 6 finalists; and to declare an emergency. ($18,090.00) 3303-2024 Approved Pass
142. CA-35 To authorize the Director of the Department of Development and the Director of the Department of Finance and Management to execute a memorandum of understanding with Columbus Downtown Development Corporation doing business as Downtown Columbus, Inc. and Scioto Peninsula Holdings, Ltd. to memorialize the parties’ understandings as to the second phase of the development project on the Scioto Peninsula; to authorize the Director of Finance and Management and/or Director of Public Service if involving the right-if-way to execute quit claim deeds generally providing for the transfer of all of the City’s fee simple interest in Lots 1 and 3 of the Scioto Peninsula Subdivision to Columbus Downtown Development Corporation and Scioto Peninsula Holdings, Ltd., reserving necessary easements for utilities, signs, or other improvements and subject to other restrictions of record, to Columbus Downtown Development Corporation and Scioto Peninsula Holdings, Ltd.; to authorize the Director of Finance and Management to enter into and execute other documents pertinent to such transaction, to the extent applicable, such as releasing said transferred property from a prior lease agreement; to waive the requirements of the Land Review Commission and Chapter 329 of the Columbus City Codes relating to the sale of city-owned real property; and to declare an emergency. 3345-2024 Approved Pass
143. CA-36 To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to enter into a nonprofit sponsorship/grant agreement with Ohio Economic Development Association, Inc. and the Greater Columbus Chamber of Commerce; to authorize the advancement of funds on a pre-determined schedule; to authorize the transfer and expenditure of $12,500.00 within the Economic Development 2024 General Fund Budget; and to declare an emergency ($12,500.00). 3347-2024 Approved Pass
144. CA-37 To approve the Second Amendment to Petition for Organization of a New Community Authority for expansion of the new community district of the RiverSouth Authority; to authorize the expansion of the new community district of the RiverSouth Authority and define the boundary of the expanded new community district to include certain additional property owned or controlled by Downtown Columbus, Inc., formerly Columbus Downtown Development Corporation; to certify compliance of the requirements of the public hearing on the second expansion area; and to declare an emergency. ($0.00) 3350-2024 Approved Pass
145. 145 PUBLIC SERVICE & TRANSPORTATION: BARROSO DE PADILLA, CHR. DAY-ACHAUER, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
146. CA-38 To declare the City’s necessity and intent to appropriate and accept certain fee simple title and lesser real estate in order to complete the FRA-Rich Street Signals Project; and to declare an emergency. ($0.00) 0316X-2024 Adopted Pass
147. CA-39 To authorize the Director of Public Service to apply for the Accelerated Mobility Playbook Technical Assistant Grant through City Thread to supplement the Bike Plus planning efforts; to authorize the execution of grant and other requisite agreements with City Thread and other entities providing for the acceptance and administration of said grant; to authorize the expenditure of local match funds and the refund of any unused funds; and to declare an emergency. ($0.00) 3086-2024 Approved Pass
148. CA-40 To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Service to modify an existing service contract with Lyft Bikes and Scooters, LLC to facilitate the continued operation of the CoGo Bike Share program through March 31, 2025; to waive Columbus City Code pertaining to the sale of City-owned personal property; and to declare an emergency. ($0.00) 3088-2024 Approved Pass
149. CA-41 To amend the 2024 Capital Improvement Budget; to authorize the transfer of cash and appropriation between projects within the Streets and Highways Bond Fund; to authorize the Director of Public Service, or a designee, to enter into agreements with Indiana & Ohio Railway Company, a subsidiary of Genessee & Wyoming, Inc., relative to the UIRF - Eakin Road SUP project; to authorize the encumbrance and expenditure of up to $32,298.00 from the Streets and Highways Bond Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($32,298.00) 3123-2024 Approved Pass
150. CA-42 To authorize the Director of Public Service to apply for a Low-Carbon Transportation Materials Program Grant from the United States Department of Transportation; to authorize the execution of grant and other requisite agreements with the United States Department of Transportation and other entities providing for the acceptance and administration of said grant award on behalf of the City of Columbus, Department of Public Service; to authorize the expenditure of any awarded funds and the refund of any unused funds; and to declare an emergency. ($0.00) 3151-2024 Approved Pass
151. CA-43 To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Service to enter into agreements with and to accept payments from VeoRide, Inc. relative to the Columbus and Central Ohio Shared Mobility Program; and to declare an emergency. ($0.00) 3366-2024 Approved Pass
152. 152 NEIGHBORHOODS, RECREATION, & PARKS: DAY-ACHAUER, CHR. WYCHE, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
153. CA-44 To authorize and direct the Director of Recreation and Parks to accept a TANF grant in the amount of $39,342.60 and enter into an agreement with the Franklin County Department of Job and Family Services to provide Out-of-School Time Youth programming to low and/or moderate-income youth; to appropriate $39,342.60 to the Recreation and Parks Grant Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($39,342.60) 3057-2024 Approved Pass
154. CA-45 To authorize the Director of Recreation and Parks to enter into contract with BBCO Design, LLC for the Cultural Arts Center Interior Renovations Project; to authorize the expenditure of $116,621.00 from the Recreation and Parks Voted Bond Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($116,621.00) 3061-2024 Approved Pass
155. CA-46 To authorize the Director of the Department of Neighborhoods to enter into a grant agreement with Greater Linden Business Network in support of Linden Economic Development Alliance to authorize the expenditures of $253,900.00 from the Department of Neighborhoods General Fund 1000; to advance funding per a predetermined schedule; to authorize the payment of expenses starting October 1, 2024; and to declare an emergency. ($253,900.00) 3226-2024 Approved Pass
156. CA-47 To authorize the Director of the Department of Neighborhoods to modify and extend an existing contract with MKSK through December 31, 2024; and to declare an emergency. (0.00) 3227-2024 Approved Pass
157. CA-48 To authorize the Director of the Department of Neighborhoods to enter into a contract with Godman Guild Association dba Blue Bow Tie Catering for food, beverage, and catering services related to youth engagement; to authorize the expenditure of $4,730.00 from the General Fund; to authorize the payment of expenses previously incurred beginning June 24, 2024; and to declare an emergency. ($4,730.00) 3523-2024 Approved Pass
158. 158 WORKFORCE, EDUCATION, & LABOR: DORANS, CHR. HARDIN, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
159. CA-49 To amend the Management Compensation Plan, Ordinance No. 2713-2013, as amended, by amending Sections 5(E), 5(F), 12(B), 12(H), and 14(I) and to declare an emergency. 3079-2024 Approved Pass
160. CA-50 To amend the Fire Management Compensation Plan, Ordinance No. 2714-2013, as amended, by amending Sections 9(E) 12(A) and to amend as necessary pronoun language throughout; and to declare an emergency. 3080-2024 Approved Pass
161. CA-51 To amend the Police Management Compensation Plan, Ordinance No. 2715-2013, as amended, by amending Sections 8(E) 9(A) and to amend as necessary pronoun language throughout; and to declare an emergency. 3081-2024 Approved Pass
162. CA-52 To authorize the City Clerk to enter into a grant agreement with Aspyr in support of their income support program; and to authorize an appropriation and expenditure within the Job Growth subfund. ($434,720.00) 3175-2024 Approved Pass
163. CA-53 To authorize the Executive Director of the Civil Service Commission to modify all contracts and agreements with Anderson Reporting Services, Inc. by assigning past, present and future contracts and agreements to Veritext, LLC, and to declare an emergency. ($0.00) 3218-2024 Approved Pass
164. CA-54 To authorize the Director of the Department of Human Resources to renew a contract with OhioHealth Corporation to provide employee fitness center management, wellness and biometric screening services from February 1, 2025 through January 31, 2026; to authorize the expenditure of up to $190,000.00 from the Employee Benefits Fund, or so much thereof as may be necessary, to pay the costs of said contract; and to declare an emergency. ($190,000.00) 3255-2024 Approved Pass
165. CA-55 To authorize the Director of the Department of Human Resources to expend $30,000.00, or so much thereof as may be necessary, from the Employee Benefits Fund for the Ohio AFSCME Care Plan for Hearing Aid Benefits for AFSCME and CWA employees; and to declare an emergency. ($30,000.00) 3256-2024 Approved Pass
166. CA-56 To make appropriations from January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2025 for the funding of the Unemployment Compensation Program; to authorize the expenditure of $325,000.00 or so much thereof as may be necessary, to the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services; and to declare an emergency. ($325,000.00) 3258-2024 Approved Pass
167. 167 HOUSING, HOMELESSNESS, & BUILDING: FAVOR, CHR. GREEN, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
168. CA-57 To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to modify the contract with Home & Commercial Inspections LLC to extend the term of the agreement from December 31, 2024 to December 31, 2025; and declare an emergency. ($0.00) 3119-2024 Approved Pass
169. CA-58 To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to modify the contract with R J Peters Company Inc. dba Radon Pros to extend the term of the agreement from December 31, 2024 to December 31, 2025; and declare an emergency. ($0.00) 3124-2024 Approved Pass
170. CA-59 To authorize the Director of Public Utilities to enter into an Annexation and Detachment Agreement with Prairie Township and to assent to the detachment from the City of Columbus to Prairie Township of certain real property designated as detachment parcels in the Annexation Agreement between the City and Prairie Township, in the event that the owner of a parcel so identified elects to detach. 3208-2024 Approved Pass
171. CA-60 To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to enter into a Subaward Not-for Profit Service Contract with Community Action Program Commission of the Lancaster-Fairfield County Area from January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025 in an amount of up to $326,950.24; to authorize the appropriation of $111,256.98 and the expenditure of $326,950.24 of funds utilizing the 2023 and 2024 Housing Opportunities for People with Aids (HOPWA) entitlement grants from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development; and declare an emergency. ($326,950.24) 3210-2024 Approved Pass
172. CA-61 To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to enter into a Subaward Not-for Profit Service Contract with Faith Mission, Inc. from January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025 in an amount of up to $775,500.00; to authorize the appropriation of $500.00 and the expenditure of $775,500.00 of funds utilizing the 2023 and 2024 Housing Opportunities for People with Aids (HOPWA) entitlement grants from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development; and declare an emergency. ($775,500.00) 3214-2024 Approved Pass
173. CA-62 To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to enter into a Subaward Not-for Profit Service Contract with Licking County Coalition for Housing from January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025 in an amount of up to $324,004.44; to authorize the appropriation of $106,741.17 and the expenditure of $324,004.44 of funds utilizing the 2023 and 2024 Housing Opportunities for People with Aids (HOPWA) entitlement grants from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development; and declare an emergency. ($324,004.44) 3215-2024 Approved Pass
174. CA-63 To authorize the Director of the Department of Development with the approval by Columbus City Council to approve the forgiveness of individual loans to homeowners who meet the eligibility requirements of the program established by Ordinance No. 0939-2023 in the total amount of $54,740.00; and to declare an emergency. ($54,740.00) 3219-2024 Approved Pass
175. CA-64 To authorize the appropriation of $279,100.00 from the unappropriated balance of the Housing/Business Tax Incentives Fund to the Department of Development to provide funds for the administration of tax incentive projects for the 2025 budget year; and to declare an emergency. ($279,100.00) 3235-2024 Approved Pass
176. CA-65 To amend the 2024 Capital Improvement Budget; to authorize the transfer of funds within the Affordable Housing Taxable Bond Fund; to authorize the Director of Development to enter into a service contract with Mann Roofing & Construction LLC for the Division of Housing’s Roof Replacement Program, in an amount up to $250,000.00, using Affordable Housing Taxable Bond funds; to waive the provisions of Columbus City Codes Sections 111.14 and 329.09 for the Roof Replacement Program; to authorize the expenditure of $250,000.00; to authorize the Director of the Department of Development to enter into grant agreements, including modifications if necessary, with homeowner participants in the Roof Replacement Program if the total grant amount is greater than $5,000.00, all without having to return to City Council for each project under the Roof Replacement Program; and to declare an emergency. ($250,000.00). 3236-2024 Approved Pass
177. CA-66 To amend the 2024 Capital Improvement Budget; to authorize the transfer of funds within the Affordable Housing Taxable Bond Fund; to authorize the Director of Development to enter into a service contract with Revere Roofing Company, Inc. for the Division of Housing’s Roof Replacement Program, in an amount up to $150,000.00, using Affordable Housing Taxable Bond funds; to waive the provisions of Columbus City Codes Sections 111.14 and 329.09 for the Roof Replacement Program; to authorize the expenditure of $150,000.00; to authorize the Director of the Department of Development to enter into grant agreements, including modifications if necessary, with homeowner participants in the Roof Replacement Program if the total grant amount is greater than $5,000.00, all without having to return to City Council for each project under the Roof Replacement Program; and to declare an emergency. ($150,000.00). 3237-2024 Approved Pass
178. CA-67 To amend the 2024 Capital Improvement Budget; to authorize the transfer of funds within the Affordable Housing Taxable Bond Fund; to authorize the Director of Development to enter into a service contract with Freedom Roofing, Windows and Siding LLC for the Division of Housing’s Roof Replacement Program, in an amount up to $100,000.00, using Affordable Housing Taxable Bond funds; to waive the provisions of Columbus City Codes Sections 111.14 and 329.09 for the Roof Replacement Program; to authorize the expenditure of $100,000.00; to authorize the Director of the Department of Development to enter into grant agreements, including modifications if necessary, with homeowner participants in the Roof Replacement Program if the total grant amount is greater than $5,000.00, all without having to return to City Council for each project under the Roof Replacement Program; and to declare an emergency. ($100,000.00). 3238-2024 Approved Pass
179. CA-68 To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to execute modified loan documents for Framingham Homes Limited Partnership to extend the maturity date of the loan to December 31, 2044, to reduce the interest rate on the loan to 0% and to change the name of the borrower to the current owner of the property, Framingham Village, LLC.; and declare an emergency. ($0.00) 3262-2024 Approved Pass
180. CA-69 To authorize the Director of Development to modify a Grant Agreement with Rebuilding Together Central Ohio dba ModCon Living, to extend the agreement term from December 31, 2024 to June 30, 2025; and to declare an emergency. ($0.00) 3271-2024 Approved Pass
181. CA-70 To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to modify the contract with Effectiff LLC to extend the agreement for one additional year; and to declare an emergency. ($0.00) 3397-2024 Approved Pass
182. 182 HEALTH, HUMAN SERVICES, & EQUITY: GREEN, CHR. FAVOR, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
183. CA-71 To authorize and direct the Director of the Recreation and Parks Department to enter into professional services contracts with Complete Adult Day Service Corp., Precise Mobility Solutions, Inc., and Wellsky Human & Social Services Corporation for the provision of adult day care, transportation, and data management services for the period January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2025; and to authorize the expenditure of $405,000.00 from the Recreation and Parks Grant Fund. ($405,000.00) 2959-2024 Approved Pass
184. CA-72 To authorize the Director of Development to enter into a grant agreement in an amount up to $50,000.00 with Goodwill Industries of Central Ohio, Inc. DBA Goodwill Columbus, one of six not-for-profit, social service agencies awarded funding, for the provision of human services programming for a 12 month period from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025, as part of the 2024 Flourish Grant; to authorize the advancement of funds on a pre-determined schedule during the term of the agreement; to authorize the expenditure of up to $50,000.00 from the Elevate! Program’s General Fund budget; and to declare an emergency. ($50,000.00) 3143-2024 Approved Pass
185. CA-73 To authorize the Board of Health to modify an existing contract with OSS Ohio Holdings, LLC. for security officer services; to authorize a total expenditure of $10,000.00 from the Health Special Revenue Fund for said contract modification; and to declare an emergency. ($10,000.00) 3224-2024 Approved Pass
186. CA-74 To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to modify a Grant Agreement with Huckleberry House Inc to revise the original scope of the project at no additional costs; and to declare an emergency. ($0.00) 3274-2024 Approved Pass
187. 187 PUBLIC SAFETY & CRIMINAL JUSTICE: REMY, CHR. FAVOR, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
188. CA-75 To authorize the Municipal Court Clerk to modify and increase the existing contract with Cornerstone Maintenance Services Ltd for additional funds for unforeseen heating, ventilating, and air conditioning unit maintenance services for the Municipal Court Clerk’s Office; to authorize the expenditure of $10,000.00 from the Municipal Court Clerk Computer Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($10,000.00) 3030-2024 Approved Pass
189. CA-76 To authorize the Director of Finance, on behalf of the Division of Police, to enter into contract with Axon Enterprise Inc. for the purchase of a radio-frequency unmanned aerial (UAS) detection system; to authorize an expenditure of $194,879.20 from the FFY22 State Homeland Security Program (SHSP) Grant and the Law Enforcement Contraband Seizure Fund; to authorize a transfer within the General Government Grant Fund, and to declare an emergency. ($194,879.20) 3077-2024 Approved Pass
190. CA-77 To authorize a transfer between projects within the Safety Bond Fund; to amend the 2024 Capital Improvements Budget; to authorize the Director of the Department of Finance and Management to issue a purchase order to Heritage Fire Equipment, LLC for improvements to Fire Ladder 26 in accordance with the universal term contract established for such purpose; to authorize the expenditure of $94,499.41 from the Safety Bond Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($94,499.41) 3098-2024 Approved Pass
191. CA-78 To authorize the City Attorney to modify an existing contract with Homeland Language Services LLC; to authorize the expenditure of $4,000.00 from the General Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($4,000.00) 3377-2024 Approved Pass
192. 192 PUBLIC UTILITIES & SUSTAINABILITY: WYCHE, CHR. REMY, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
193. CA-79 To authorize the City Clerk to enter a grant agreement with the Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission and to authorize an appropriation and expenditure of $10,000 from the Neighborhood Initiatives Subfund. ($10,000.00) 2952-2024 Approved Pass
194. CA-80 To authorize the Director of Public Utilities to establish a contract with Digital Water Solutions Inc. for the purchase and installation of hydrant.AI software and related items under the City’s sole source procurement provision City Codes 329.19(e) for the Division of Water; to authorize the expenditure of up to $56,750.00 from the Water Operating Fund. ($56,750.00) 2961-2024 Approved Pass
195. CA-81 To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Utilities to modify and increase the contract funding with Evans, Mechwart, Hambleton & Tilton, Inc. for the Department of Public Utilities Franklinton Stormwater Improvements project; to authorize an amendment to the 2024 Capital Improvement Budget; to authorize the transfer of funds and appropriation between projects in the Storm Sewer Bond Fund; and to authorize an expenditure of up to $900,921.03 within the Storm Sewer Bond Fund to pay for the contract modification. ($900,921.03) 2965-2024 Approved Pass
196. CA-82 To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Utilities to enter into a construction contract with Danbert Electrical Corporation for the UIRF Franklinton Active Parkways Lighting project; to amend the 2024 Capital Improvement Budget; and to authorize the expenditure of up to $275,427.20 for the project. ($275,427.20) 2996-2024 Approved Pass
197. CA-83 To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Utilities to enter into a contract modification with DLZ Ohio, Inc. for the Construction Administration/Construction Inspection Services 2023-2025 contract; to authorize an amendment to the 2024 Capital Improvement Budget; and to authorize the expenditure of up to $73,325.27 from the Electricity Bond Fund for this contract modification. ($73,325.27) 3004-2024 Approved Pass
198. CA-84 To authorize the transfer of $824,049.22 from the Department of Finance Citywide Account to the Sustainable Columbus Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($824,049.22) 3023-2024 Approved Pass
199. CA-85 To authorize the Director of the Department of Finance and Management to enter into contract with Ace Truck Body, Inc. for the purchase and installation of two (2) F550 Crew Cab Up-Fits for the Division of Water; to authorize the expenditure of $188,990.00 from the Water Operating Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($188,990.00) 3107-2024 Approved Pass
200. CA-86 To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Service to apply for the Solid Waste Infrastructure for Recycling Grant with the United States Environmental Protection Agency; to authorize the execution of grant and other requisite agreements with the United States Environmental Protection Agency and other entities providing for the acceptance and administration of said grant; to authorize the expenditure of any awarded funds and the refund of any unused funds; and to declare an emergency. ($0.00) 3293-2024 Approved Pass
201. 201 RULES & POLICY: HARDIN, CHR. DORANS, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
202. 202 APPOINTMENTS
203. CA-87 Appointment of Doreen Uhas-Sauer, 2111 Iuka Avenue, Columbus, OH 43201, to serve on the University Area Commission, with a new term start date of January 1, 2024 and an expiration date of December 31, 2026 (resume attached). A0136-2024 Read and Approved Pass
204. CA-88 Appointment of Steve Dodge, 4335 Sidway Avenue, Columbus, OH 43227, to serve on the Mideast Area Commission, replacing Sharon Pantelis, with a new term start date of July 23, 2024 and an expiration date of December 31, 2025 (resume attached). A0162-2024 Read and Approved Pass
205. CA-89 Appointment of Kim Kehl, 202 South Powell Avenue, Columbus, OH 43204, to serve on the Mideast Area Commission, with a new term start date of July 23, 2024 and an expiration date of December 31, 2025 (resume attached). A0163-2024 Read and Approved Pass
206. CA-90 Appointment of Willard Flack, 3350 Brookside Boulevard, Columbus, OH 43204, to serve on the West Scioto Area Commission, replacing Leyila Cabus, with a new term start date of July 18, 2024 and an expiration date of May 14, 2026 (resume attached). A0165-2024 Read and Approved Pass
207. CA-91 Appointment of Timothy Sublette, 202 King Avenue, Columbus, OH 43201, to serve on the University Area Commission, with a new term start date of January 1, 2024 and an expiration date of December 31, 2026 (resume attached). A0186-2024 Read and Approved Pass
208. CA-92 Reappointment of Dr. Robert Graessle, Founder, Basecamp Recovery Center, 815 West Broad Street #200, Columbus, Ohio 43222, to serve as a joint City of Columbus-Franklin County appointee on the OneOhio Region 1 Board of Governance, with a new term expiration date of September 20, 2026 (profile attached). A0198-2024 Read and Approved Pass
209. CA-93 Reappointment of Marshall Troxell, Office of the Mayor, 90 W. Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215, to serve on the Stonewall Columbus Board of Trustees, to represent the City of Columbus’ interests, in his official capacity, with a new term start date of January 1, 2025 and end date of December 31, 2026. (resume attached) A0199-2024 Read and Approved Pass
210. CA-94 Appointment of Seth Golding, 43 East Dodridge Street, Columbus, OH, 43202, to serve on the University Area Commission, with a new term start date of January 1, 2024 and an expiration date of December 31, 2026 (resume attached). A0200-2024 Read and Approved Pass
211. CA-95 Appointment of Justin Garland, 343 King Avenue, Columbus, OH, 43201, to serve on the University Area Commission, with a new term start date of January 1, 2024 and an expiration date of December 31, 2026 (resume attached). A0201-2024 Read and Approved Pass
212. CA-96 Appointment of Jeremy Gabis, 595 Sheldon Avenue, Columbus, OH, 43207, to serve on the University Area Commission, with a new term start date of January 1, 2024 and an expiration date of December 31, 2026 (resume attached). A0202-2024 Read and Approved Pass
213. CA-97 Appointment of Deb Gallagher, 243 East Lane Avenue, Columbus, OH, 43201, to serve on the University Area Commission, with a new term start date of January 1, 2024 and an expiration date of December 31, 2026 (resume attached). A0203-2024 Read and Approved Pass
214. CA-98 Appointment of Dr. Jacqueline Yurkoski, 981 McAllister Avenue, Columbus, OH 43205, to serve on the Near East Area Commission, replacing Roxluana Brown, with a new term start date of October 10, 2024 and an expiration date of December 31, 2025 (resume attached). A0204-2024 Read and Approved Pass
215. CA-99 Appointment of Maurice Wells, 1393 East Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43205, to serve on the Near East Area Commission, replacing Kate Curry-Da-Souza, with a new term start date of January 1, 2025 and an expiration date of December 31, 2027 (resume attached). A0205-2024 Read and Approved Pass
216. CA-100 Appointment of Marlene Hansard-Humphrey, PO Box 83126, Columbus, OH 43203, to serve on the Near East Area Commission, replacing Tawana Owens, with a new term start date of October 10, 2024 and an expiration date of December 31, 2024 (resume attached). A0206-2024 Read and Approved Pass
217. CA-101 Appointment of Marlene Hansard-Humphrey, PO Box 83126, Columbus, OH 43203, to serve on the Near East Area Commission, with a new term start date of January 1, 2025 and an expiration date of December 31, 2027 (resume attached). A0207-2024 Read and Approved Pass
218. CA-102 Appointment of Dr. Sheriff Benson, 543 Berkeley Road, Columbus, OH 43205 to serve on the Near East Area Commission, replacing Garey Berry II, with a new term start date of January 1, 2025 and an expiration date of December 31, 2027 (resume attached). A0208-2024 Read and Approved Pass
219. CA-103 Re-Appointment of Quinten Harris, JD, MPA, of 111 N. Front Street, Columbus, OH 43215, to continue to serve on the RiverSouth Development Authority Board of Trustees as the local government representative, in his official capacity, for the current term expiring June 22, 2025, but shall continue to hold over into one or more subsequent terms until a new local government representative member is duly appointed or elected to serve for the remainder of such term. (résumé attached). A0209-2024 Read and Approved Pass
220. CA-104 Appointment of William J. Butler, Acting President, National Veterans Memorial Museum, 300 W. Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43215, to serve on the RiverSouth Development Authority Board of Trustees as a citizen member with a term expiration date of June 22, 2026, but shall continue to hold over into one or more subsequent terms until a new citizen member is duly appointed or elected to serve for the remainder of such term. (résumé attached) A0210-2024 Read and Approved Pass
221. CA-105 Appointment of Zachary Woodruff, Chief Real Estate Development Officer, Columbus State Community College, 550 E. Spring Street, Columbus, OH 43215, to serve on the RiverSouth Development Authority Board of Trustees as a citizen member with a term expiration date of June 22, 2025, but shall continue to hold over into one or more subsequent terms until a new citizen member is duly appointed or elected to serve for the remainder of such term. (résumé attached) A0211-2024 Read and Approved Pass
222. CA-106 Reappointment of Lark Mallory, Mallory Economic Development Advisors, to serve on the RiverSouth Development Authority Board of Trustees as a citizen member with a new term expiration date of June 22, 2026, but shall continue to hold over into one or more subsequent terms until a new local government representative member is duly appointed or elected to serve for the remainder of such term.(résumé attached) A0212-2024 Read and Approved Pass
223. SR EMERGENCY, POSTPONED AND 2ND READING OF 30-DAY LEGISLATION
224. 223 Approval of the Consent Agenda Pass
225. 224 FINANCE & GOVERNANCE: BANKSTON, CHR. DORANS, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
226. SR-1 To authorize the Director of the Department of Technology to enter into contract with Carahsoft Technology Corporation to configure and migrate the City’s on-premise email into the Microsoft O365 cloud in accordance with the bid waiver provisions of Columbus City Code; to authorize the appropriation of $159,828.56 from the unappropriated balance of the General Fund Income Tax Set-Aside subfund to the Department of Technology; to authorize the expenditure of $159,828.56 from the General Fund Income Tax Set-Aside subfund; and to declare an emergency. ($159,828.56) 3171-2024 Approved Pass
227. SR-2 To authorize the City Clerk to enter into a service contract with Indigov Corporation for implementation of a constituent relationship management platform; to authorize an appropriation and expenditure within the Neighborhood Initiatives subfund; to waive the competitive bidding provisions of Columbus City Codes; and to declare an emergency. ($73,420.00) 3437-2024 Approved Pass
228. 227 PUBLIC SERVICE & TRANSPORTATION: BARROSO DE PADILLA, CHR. DAY-ACHAUER, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
229. SR-3 To amend the 2024 Capital Improvement Budget; to authorize the City Auditor to transfer funds between projects within the Northwest Corridor Pay as We Grow Fund; to appropriate funds within the Northwest Corridor Pay as We Grow Fund and the Street and Highway Non-Bond Fund; to authorize the Director of Public Service to enter into contract with Strawser Paving Co, Inc. for the Roadway - West Broad Street and Doherty Road project; to authorize the expenditure of up to $2,218,996.50 from the Street and Highway Non-Bond Fund and the Northwest Corridor Pay as We Grow Fund for the project; to refund any unused construction, construction inspection, and administration funds upon final acceptance of work; and to declare an emergency. ($2,218,996.50) 3048-2024 Approved Pass
230. SR-4 To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Service to enter into an agreement modification with and to accept contributions from the Central Ohio Transit Authority; to, as necessary, authorize the acceptance of additional funds from the Central Ohio Transit Authority or to return any unused contributions to the same; to amend the 2024 Capital Improvement Budget; to appropriate funds within the Streets and Highways Non-Bond Fund; to authorize the Director of Public Service to enter into a contract modification with TranSystems Corporation of Ohio for the Roadway - LinkUS - Northwest Corridor Phase 2 project; to authorize the expenditure of up to $4,500,000.00 from the Streets and Highways Fund and the Streets and Highways Non-Bond Fund for the project; and to declare an emergency. ($4,500,000.00) 3074-2024 Approved Pass
231. SR-5 To adopt Bike Plus, a plan for biking, scooting, and rolling as a guide for infrastructure investment, policy development, and program implementation related to the improvement of conditions for biking and other forms of micromobility throughout the City; to repeal and replace the Columbus Bicentennial Bikeways Plan and Ordinance No. 0849-2008; and to declare an emergency. 3078-2024 Approved Pass
232. SR-6 To authorize the Director of Public Service to enter into contract with Complete General Construction Company for the Pedestrian Safety - Courtright Road Sidewalks - Refugee Road to Groves Road project; to authorize the expenditure of up to $1,697,855.49 from the Streets and Highways Bond Fund for the project; and to declare an emergency. ($1,697,855.49) 3140-2024 Approved Pass
233. 232 NEIGHBORHOODS, RECREATION, & PARKS: DAY-ACHAUER, CHR. WYCHE, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
234. SR-7 To authorize and direct the City Auditor to establish an auditor’s certificate in the amount of $1,000,000.00 for the reimbursement of staff time related to the administration of Recreation and Parks 2023-2024 Capital Improvement Projects; to authorize the transfer of $50,000.00 within the Recreation and Parks Voted Bond Fund; to authorize the amendment of the 2024 Capital Improvements Budget; to authorize the expenditure of $1,000,000.00 from the Recreation and Parks Voted Bond Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($1,000,000.00) 3055-2024 Approved Pass
235. SR-8 To authorize the Director of Recreation and Parks to modify an existing contract with Burgess & Niple, Inc. for the Big Walnut Trail - Winchester Pike to Nafzger Park Project; to authorize the transfer of $2,100,000.00 within the Recreation and Parks Voted Bond Fund; to authorize the amendment of the 2024 Capital Improvements Budget; to authorize the expenditure of $2,100,000.00 from the Recreation and Parks Voted Bond Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($2,100,000.00) 3066-2024 Approved Pass
236. SR-9 To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to enter into a professional services contract with MKSK Inc. to undertake a strategic update to the Big Darby Accord Watershed Master Plan; to authorize the transfer and expenditure of $250,000.00 from the General Fund; to waive the competitive bidding provisions of Chapter 329 of the Columbus City Codes; to authorize expenses incurred prior to the execution of the purchase order; and to declare an emergency. ($250,000.00) 3230-2024 Approved Pass
237. 236 WORKFORCE, EDUCATION, & LABOR: DORANS, CHR. HARDIN, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
238. SR-10 To make appropriations for the 12 months ending January 31, 2026 for the funding of the City employee insurance programs; to authorize the Director of the Department of Human Resources to make payments from said appropriations; and to declare an emergency. ($261,478,000.00). 3201-2024 Approved Pass
239. SR-11 To authorize the Director of the Human Resources Department to enter into a contract with United HealthCare Services, Inc. and to provide all eligible employees medical, Rx and tobacco cessation programs and eligible terminated participants with COBRA coverage from February 1, 2025 through January 31, 2026; to authorize the expenditure of $243,874,000.00 from the Employee Benefits Fund, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the costs of said contract and PCORI fees; to waive the competitive bidding provisions of Chapter 329 of the Columbus City Codes; and to declare an emergency. ($243,874,000.00) 3203-2024 Approved Pass
240. SR-12 To authorize the Director of the Human Resources Department to contract with Delta Dental Plan of Ohio, Inc. to provide all eligible employees dental insurance coverage from February 1, 2025 through January 31, 2026; to authorize the expenditure of $8,760,000.00 from the Employee Benefits Fund, or so much thereof as may be necessary, to pay the costs of said contract; and to declare an emergency. ($8,760,000.00) 3233-2024 Approved Pass
241. SR-13 To authorize the Director of the Department of Human Resources to renew a contract with EyeMed Vision Care, LLC and its wholly owned subsidiary, First American Administrators, Inc. to provide all eligible employees vision plan administration from February 1, 2025 through January 31, 2026; to authorize the expenditure of $1,621,000.00 from the Employee Benefits Fund, or so much thereof as may be necessary, to pay the costs of said contract; and to declare an emergency. ($1,621,000.00) 3234-2024 Approved Pass
242. SR-14 To authorize the Director of the Department of Human Resources to renew a contract with The Hartford Life and Accident Insurance Company to provide all eligible employees short term disability insurance coverage from February 1, 2025 through January 31, 2026, and to authorize the expenditure of $4,405,000.00 from the Employee Benefits Fund, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the costs of said contract; and to declare an emergency. ($4,405,000.00) 3249-2024 Approved Pass
243. SR-15 To authorize the Director of the Human Resources Department to renew a contract with The Hartford Life and Accident Insurance Company to provide all eligible employees life insurance coverage from February 1, 2025 through January 31, 2026, and to authorize the expenditure of $2,500,000.00 from the Employee Benefits Fund, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the costs of said contract; and to declare an emergency. ($2,500,000.00) 3250-2024 Approved Pass
244. 243 HOUSING, HOMELESSNESS, & BUILDING: FAVOR, CHR. GREEN, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
245. SR-16 To adopt a new Combined Development Related Fee Schedule for the Departments of Building and Zoning Services, Public Service, and Public Safety. ($0.00) (Amended by ord. 1189-2025 passed 5/12/25 -LG) 2989-2024 Approved Pass
246. 244 RECESS Recess the Regular Meeting Pass
247. SR-17 To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to enter into a Subaward Not-for Profit Service Contract with Equitas Health, Inc. from January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025 in an amount of up to $1,109,055.00; to authorize the appropriation of $22,777.44 and the expenditure of $1,109,055.00 of funds utilizing the 2023 and 2024 Housing Opportunities for People with Aids (HOPWA) entitlement grants from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development; and declare an emergency. ($1,109,055.00) 3216-2024 Approved Pass
248. 245 RECESSED AT 6:38 P.M.
249. SR-18 To authorize the City of Columbus, Department of Development to accept and execute a reimbursable grant up to $7,650,000.00 from the LHRD Program with HUD; to waive the provisions in Columbus City Codes Sections 111.14, 329.18, and 329.09 pursuant to CCC Section 329.15; to authorize the Director Development to enter into Program grant agreements over $5,000.00 with property owners, to approve purchase orders over $50,000.00 with Program contractors, and to modify grant agreements or purchase orders to carry out the purpose of the Program, without returning to City Council; to authorize the appropriation and expenditure of grant funds effective on the first day of the grant by the Director of the Development and the Health Commissioner in Columbus Public Health; to authorize an amendment to the 2024 Capital Improvement Budget; to authorize the transfer and expenditure of up to $770,000.00 in Development bond funds as a local match for the grant; to authorize the Auditor’s Office to re-appropriate funds from cancelled grant-funded encumbrances and establish replacement encumbrances from canceled funds if needed, to appropriate any rebates, refunds, program income, etc. or move funding between object classes at the request of the department’s fiscal manager or designee without having to return to council for each budgetary transaction; and to declare an emergency. ($8,420,000.00) 3263-2024 Approved Pass
250. 246 RECONVENE Reconvene the Regular Meeting Pass
251. SR-19 To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to forgive the principal and accrued interest down to $2,000.00 and reduce the interest rate to 0% and extend the maturity date of the loan to December 31, 2099 for Hilltop Senior Village II currently owned by Hilltop II Senior Housing Limited Partnership on a HOME loan due to the City of Columbus that has a current balance totaling over approximately $1,487,933.00; and to declare an emergency. (Amended by Ord. 1591-2025 passed on 6/30/2025) 3326-2024 Approved Pass
252. 247 RECONVENED AT 8:35 P.M.
253. SR-20 To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to modify a grant agreement with the Tony R. Wells Foundation to add additional funds in the amount up to $5,300,000.00 of U.S. Department of Treasury Emergency Rental Assistance 2 (ERA2) funds; to authorize the payment of eligible expenses; and to declare an emergency. ($5,300,000.00) 3228-2024 Approved Pass
254. SR-21 To amend the 2024 Capital Improvement Budget; to authorize the City Auditor to transfer funds within the Affordable Housing Bond Fund; to authorize the Director of the Department of Development to enter into a grant agreement with Erie Ohio Capital CDFI Fund LLC in an amount up to $2,500,000.00 in support of the development of 37 units of the Juniper Crossing II project; to authorize the expenditure of up to $2,500,000.00 from the Affordable Housing Bond Fund; to authorize the reimbursement of expenditures incurred prior to the establishment of a purchase order; and to declare an emergency. ($2,500,000.00) 3329-2024 Approved Pass
255. SR-22 To amend the 2024 Capital Improvement Budget; to authorize the City Auditor to transfer funds within the Affordable Housing Bond Fund; to authorize the Director of Development to enter into a grant agreement with Erie Ohio Capital CDFI Fund LLC in an amount up to $3,000,000.00 in support of development of Granville Woods Lofts, a 118-unit mixed-use affordable housing development project; to authorize the expenditure of up to $3,000,000.00 from the Affordable Housing Bond Fund; to authorize the reimbursement of expenditures incurred prior to the establishment of a purchase order; and to declare an emergency. ($3,000,000.00) 3342-2024 Approved Pass
256. SR-23 To authorize the appropriation of $1,795,028.00 from the unappropriated balance of the Land Management Fund to the Department of Development to provide funds for the administration of the Land Redevelopment Division for budget year 2025; and to declare an emergency. ($1,795,028.00) 3344-2024 Approved Pass
257. 252 HEALTH, HUMAN SERVICES, & EQUITY: GREEN, CHR. FAVOR, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
258. SR-24 To authorize and direct the Director of the Department of Recreation and Parks to enter into 20 not-for-profit service contracts with local senior service providers to provide social and nutrition services to older adults in Central Ohio for the period of January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025; and to authorize the expenditure of $6,075,000.00 from the Recreation and Parks Grant Fund. ($6,075,000.00) 2960-2024 Approved Pass
259. SR-25 To authorize the City Clerk to enter into a grant agreement with the Human Service Chamber Foundation (HSCF), a nonprofit entity, in support of their community engagement strategy focus groups for nonprofit organizations; to authorize an appropriation and expenditure within the Neighborhood Initiatives subfund; to authorize the expenditure of funds for reasonable food and non-alcoholic beverage expenses; and to declare an emergency. ($127,500.00) 3403-2024 Approved Pass
260. 255 PUBLIC SAFETY & CRIMINAL JUSTICE: REMY, CHR. FAVOR, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
261. SR-26 To object to the renewal of liquor permit number 1551069 held by Club Priority Group LLC, doing business as Avalon, located at 205 N. Fifth St, Columbus, Ohio 43215 and to declare an emergency. 0327X-2024 Approved Pass
262. SR-27 To object to the renewal of liquor permit number 8160950 held by Simar Ohio LLC, doing business as Mart aka Mobil Mart, located at 2727 Cleveland Avenue, Columbus, OH 43224, Franklin County and to declare an emergency. 0328X-2024 Approved Pass
263. SR-28 To object to the renewal of liquor permit number 9193776 held by Valley Industrial Supplies LLC, doing business as Spanky's Tavern, located at 1384-86 Sullivant Avenue, Columbus, OH 43223, Franklin County and to declare an emergency. 0329X-2024 Approved Pass
264. SR-29 To object to the renewal of liquor permit number 2807301 held by 1107 Food Mart LLC aka 1107 FFO Mart LLC, doing business as Three Star Food Mart, located at 1107 E. Weber Rd., Columbus, OH 43211 and to declare an emergency. 0330X-2024 Approved Pass
265. SR-30 To object to the renewal of liquor permit number 6072630 held by Mobile 2635 Broad Inc., doing business as Mobile Mart, located at 2635 W Broad, Columbus, OH 43204 and to declare an emergency. 0331X-2024 Approved Pass
266. SR-31 To object to the renewal of liquor permit number 54054195559 held by Macs Convenience Stores LLC, doing business as Macs Circle K 5559, located at 3200 S. High St., Columbus, OH 43207 and to declare an emergency. 0332X-2024 Approved Pass
267. SR-32 To object to the renewal of liquor permit number 5389275 held by M&M Market & Carryout LLC, doing business as M&M Market & Carryout , located at 1596 Oakland Park Ave., Columbus, OH 43224 and to declare an emergency. 0333X-2024 Approved Pass
268. SR-33 To object to the renewal of liquor permit number 90739950690 held by True North Energy LLC, doing business as Shell aka True North #677, located at 2441 Lockbourne Road, Columbus, OH 43207 and to declare an emergency. 0334X-2024 Approved Pass
269. SR-34 To object to the renewal of liquor permit number 14129550005 held by Cheema Main Street Inc., doing business as Cheema Mart 1 BP, located at 3140 E. Main St., Columbus, OH 43213 and to declare an emergency. 0335X-2024 Approved Pass
270. SR-35 To object to the renewal of liquor permit number 65486270001 held by 155 North Fifth Street Inc., doing business as Excalibur Club (formerly X Gentlemen's Club), located at 6223-25 Sunderland Dr. ,Columbus, OH 43229 and to declare an emergency. 0336X-2024 Approved Pass
271. SR-36 To authorize the Director of Public Safety to enter into a contract with KNS Services Inc., for purchase of cameras and equipment installation for the Police Impound lot; to waive the competitive bidding provisions of the Columbus City Code; and to authorize the expenditure of $58,385.74 from the Law Enforcement Contraband Seizure Fund. ($58,385.74) 3075-2024 Approved Pass
272. SR-37 To authorize the Director of Public Safety, on behalf of the Division of Police, to enter into contract with Flock Group, Inc to lease and install License Plate Readers; to waive the competitive bidding provisions of the Columbus City Code; to authorize the expenditure of $228,000.00 from the FY24 Columbus LPR Project Grant; and to declare an emergency. ($228,000.00) 3181-2024 Approved Pass
273. SR-38 To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Safety to enter into the first year of a two-year contract with Laerdal Medical Corporation for Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) for the Division of Fire; to waive the competitive bidding provisions of the Columbus City Codes; to authorize the expenditure of $156,907.50 from the General Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($156,907.50) 3283-2024 Approved Pass
274. SR-39 To authorize the appropriation of $5,218,238.00 from the 2025 unappropriated balance of the Franklin County Municipal Court Special Funds to the Franklin County Municipal Court for all anticipated expenses; and to declare an emergency. ($5,218,238.00) 3313-2024 Approved Pass
275. 270 PUBLIC UTILITIES & SUSTAINABILITY: WYCHE, CHR. REMY, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
276. SR-40 To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Utilities to enter into a construction contract with The Ohio Edison Company for the Fourth Water Plant Site Preparation project; to authorize a sole source procurement with The Ohio Edison Company; to amend the 2024 Capital Improvement Budget; to authorize a transfer of cash and appropriation between projects within the Water Bond Fund; and to authorize an expenditure up to $4,168,373.33 from the Water Bond Fund. ($4,168,373.33) 2979-2024 Approved Pass
277. SR-41 To amend the 2024 Capital Improvement Budget; to authorize the transfer of funds between projects within the Refuse Bond Fund; to authorize the Director of Finance and Management, on behalf of the Department of Public Service, Division of Refuse Collection, to enter into contract with Best Equipment Co., Inc. for purchase of one (1) Labrie Automizer HD Right Hand ASL garbage truck; to authorize the waiver of the competitive bidding provisions of Columbus City Code; to authorize the expenditure of up to $428,892.50 from the Refuse Bond Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($428,892.50) 3020-2024 Approved Pass
278. SR-42 To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Utilities to enter into a contract modification with Evans Mechwart Hambleton & Tilton, Inc. (EMH&T) for the Construction Administration/Construction Inspection Services 2023-2025 contract; to authorize the appropriation and transfer of funds from the Water Reserve Fund to the Water Supply Revolving Loan Account Fund; to authorize the appropriation and expenditure of $1,133,050.50 from the Water Supply Revolving Loan Account Fund to pay for the contract modification; and to declare an emergency. ($1,133,050.50) 3041-2024 Approved Pass
279. SR-43 To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Utilities to enter into a construction contract with Travco Construction, Inc., for the 2024 Main Line Valve Replacements project; to authorize an amendment to the 2024 Capital Improvement Budget; to authorize the appropriation of funds in the Water - Fresh Water Market Rate Program Fund; to authorize the transfer of cash and appropriation within the Water Bond Fund; to make this ordinance contingent upon the Ohio Water Development Authority approving a loan to finance the contract; and to authorize the expenditure of up to $1,958,818.80 from the Water - Fresh Water Market Rate Program Fund and the Water Bond Fund to pay for the project. ($1,958,818.80) 3042-2024 Approved Pass
280. SR-44 To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Utilities to enter into a construction contract with George G. Igel & Co., Inc., for the Lead Service Line Replacement - Part 1 project; to amend the 2024 Capital Improvement Budget; to authorize the appropriation and transfer of funds from the Water System Reserve Fund to the Water Supply Revolving Loan Account Fund; to authorize the appropriation and expenditure of$10,000,000.00 from the Water Supply Revolving Loan Account Fund for the contract; and to authorize the expenditure of $2,000.00 from the Water Bond Fund to pay for construction administration and inspection expenses for the project; and to declare an emergency. ($10,002,000.00). 3128-2024 Approved Pass
281. 276 RULES & POLICY: HARDIN, CHR. DORANS, VICE CHR. ALL MEMBERS
282. 277 FAVOR
283. SR-45 To amend City Code Section 591.04 to allow for an increase in the fare rate schedule for licensed taxicabs for travel and waiting times from $0.45 to $0.50. ($0.00) 2924-2024 Approved Pass
284. 279 ADJOURNMENT Adjourn this Regular Meeting Pass
285. 285 ADJOURNED AT 9:21 P.M.