program offers a competitive rate of 6.57 cents per kWh for conventional electric energy. There is also a 100% renewable energy option at 6.97 cents per kWh. Mr. Jacques shared a few common questions that he has received from Oakwood residents, such as:

Who is the provider and how will I be billed? Energy Harbor is the name of the company that provides electricity for this contract period. The bill will still come from AES, but will include that Energy Harbor is the electricity supplier.

What if I find a better rate somewhere else or I decide I don't want to stay in the aggregation program? There is no early termination fee. Services can be terminated at any time. Better rates can possibly be found through the State of Ohio's Apples to Apples website which compares different contracts, but those pursuing this option should review the contract terms very carefully.

Do you recommend signing up for this? Oakwood's program is an opt-in program for a reason. City Council thought it was important that the citizens be able to make that choice for themselves and that no one is forced to participate in a program.

Mayor Duncan noted that Mr. Stephens is Council's representative to the Miami Valley Communications Council (MVCC) Board and he currently serves as the chair.

Mr. Stephens stated that MVCC does a phenomenal job and has been integral in supporting its eight member cities.

Staffing Changes – Mr. Jacques announced the promotion of Ethan Kroger to Planning & Zoning Manager and the appointment of Sangita Anand to Human Resources Manager.

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Oakwood Teen Court Advisor Chris Conard – Mr. Conard provided an overview of the operation of the Oakwood Teen Court. He shared that serving as Teen Court Advisor has been an interesting and rewarding experience. The interaction between the teenage judges and the teenage offender is an interesting dynamic. He explained that the role of any juvenile court is to focus on the best interest of the children. Teen Court is available to all eligible offenders, regardless of whether they reside in Oakwood.

Mrs. Hilton asked how people find out about Teen Court.

Mr. Conard shared that first of all, unfortunately, an interaction with law enforcement takes place. Once that occurs, law enforcement determines whether or not the offense fits the criteria for Teen Court. If so, paperwork is sent to the offender and his/her parents explaining the Teen Court option.

July and August Beautification Award Winners – Mayor Duncan explained that a video will be shown highlighting all the winners and then he will present certificates to those who are at the meeting. The following were shown in the video and recognized by Mayor Duncan: David & Carolyn Schoeff, 115 E. Schantz Avenue; Aaron & Kathlyn Delidow, 227 E. Dixon Avenue; Therese Nyholm & David Becker, 232 Collingwood Avenue; Rachel Kostoff, 247 Forrer Boulevard; Mark & Denise Kemper, 315 Wiltshire Avenue; Eric Grupe & Dair Arnold, 315 Telford Avenue; James Tunison & Billie Sue Williams, 242 Wiltshire Boulevard; Andrew and Carly Hall, 413 Corona Avenue; Luke & Madison Hill, 29 Triangle Avenue; Tom & Mary Lou Williams, 133 Lonsdale Avenue; William & Jean Rieger, 20 Dellwood Avenue; Judy Heller, 1400 Runnymede Road; Todd & Kimberly Howell, 661 Garden Road; Mark & Andrea Nelson, 583 Acorn Drive; Sean & Kimberly Johnson, 222 Aberdeen Avenue; Christopher Adams, 1516 Shroyer Road; Drew & Karina Moore, 316 E. Peach Orchard Avenue; Sean & Darlene Weaver, 1216 Raleigh Road; Timothy & Valerie Walker, 2508 Hillview Avenue; John & Autumn Johnson, 1220 Runnymede Road; and Michael & Stacy McCloskey, 121 Park Avenue.

Mr. Andrew Lloyd, 465 Kramer Road, suggested that the vacant lot at 1313 Far Hills Avenue be converted into a low-maintenance biodiversity-friendly park commemorating Oakwood resident Joseph Desch. According to President Eisenhower, Joseph Desch shortened World War II by two years and saved tens if not hundreds of thousands of lives across the alliance. He is the recipient of the medal for merit, a brilliant NCR engineer, UD alumni, and resided on Oakwood's Greenmount Boulevard. He played a pivotal role in shortening the horrors of the Holocaust by untold hundreds of thousands.

Leigh Ann Fulford, 219 Orchard Drive, shared that September is Suicide Prevention Month. It is a time to raise awareness and discuss this highly stigmatized topic. Mrs. Fulford thanked Council and City staff for their support.