A copy of the ordinance, having been placed on the desks of each member of Council prior to introduction, was read by title.

Mr. Stephens explained that this ordinance is the third step of the 2021 street lighting program, and was introduced with a first reading at the April 6 Council meeting. It allows for the costs of street lighting to be certified to the Montgomery County Auditor for assessment.

Thereupon, it was moved by Mr. Stephens and seconded by Mrs. Hilton that the ordinance be passed.

Upon call of the roll on the question of the motion, the following vote was recorded:

There being five (5) yea votes and no (0) nay votes thereon, said ordinance was declared duly passed and it was so ordered.

A copy of the ordinance, having been placed on the desks of each member of Council prior to introduction, was read by title.

Vice Mayor Byington explained that to comply with Section 6.01 of the City Charter, this is the annual housekeeping ordinance to estimate the City's revenues and expenses for calendar year 2021. The ordinance was introduced with a first reading at the April 6 Council meeting.

The City Charter requires a public hearing for this ordinance. Notice of the hearing was published as required, inviting any interested residents to contact the Clerk of Council to arrange for remote testimony. No one has done so, and Vice Mayor Byington asked that the record reflect that the hearing was convened but no members of the public wished to testify.

Thereupon, it was moved by Vice Mayor Byington and seconded by Mr. Epley that the ordinance be passed.

Mayor Duncan added that this ordinance is not a representation of the actual 2021 budget. This ordinance is just a housekeeping item that is required by the City Charter.

Upon call of the roll on the question of the motion, the following vote was recorded:

There being five (5) yea votes and no (0) nay votes thereon, said ordinance was declared duly passed and it was so ordered.

Mr. Klopsch shared that Oakwood city staff is continuing to provide essential government public services such as water, sanitary sewer, refuse collection and disposal, roadway and public property maintenance, and public safety services. Mr. Klopsch thanked city staff for stepping up amid the COVID-19 pandemic and finding ways to continue to provide quality services to Oakwood residents.

A few weeks ago there was a story in the Dayton Daily News about Oakwood Public Safety Officer (PSO) Steve Norris being one of the first two people in the Dayton area to donate plasma after testing positive for COVID-19 back in March. PSO Norris remains the only city employee to have tested positive for COVID-19.

A press release was distributed last Friday announcing that city facilities will remain closed through Friday, May 29. This includes the City Building/Public Safety Building, the Oakwood Community Center and the Public Works Center. Employees remain available via phone or e-mail. Mr. Klopsch reported that he has not received a single complaint about city services from residents or businesses during the pandemic. Unfortunately, the Oakwood Community Center has had to modify many programs and events during this time. Events and programs are currently being planned for June and July. The opening of Gardner Pool remains a significant