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  Public Properties, Mr. Epley

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    Dogipot Stations: Mr. Klopsch mentioned that staff recently received a request for installation of an additional dogipot station on E. Schantz Avenue near the Hollinger Tennis Facility. He reported that there are currently 14 dogipot stations uniformly distributed throughout the City. The cost for a new dogipot station is about $375. The bigger issue with adding additional stations is the regular and ongoing maintenance.
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    Water Testing: Mr. Klopsch reported on the 2019 lead and copper water testing. This testing was completed during the month of June as required by the Ohio EPA. None of the 20 test samples exceeded the “Action Levels” for either lead or copper. The City will be required to test again next summer. Mr. Klopsch also commented on PFAS water testing. There currently exists no guidance or direction from the USEPA or Ohio EPA as to protocols for PFAS testing. The City plans to conduct the testing once such guidance and direction is promulgated.
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  Safety & Traffic, Mr. Stephens

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    Speed Enforcement: Mr. Klopsch commented on continuous speed enforcement underway throughout the City, most recently on Kramer Road near the Dayton County Club. Based on speed count results, there are no identified areas with significant speed issues. The Public Safety Department continues to place strong emphasis on speed enforcement in all areas in Oakwood.
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  REGIONAL AGENCIES

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    First Suburbs, Vice Mayor Byington

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      July 24 – 26 NLC First Tier Suburbs Council Summer Meeting: Mr. Klopsch commented on the three day meeting planned for late July.
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      July 26 Networking Event at Rose Music Center: Mr. Klopsch reminded Council of this event. All Council members are invited to attend.
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  MICSELLANEOUS

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    Tree Maintenance: Mr. Klopsch discussed the annual tree maintenance operations conducted by city staff and by the city contractor. These services are extensive and include tree and stump removals where necessary and routine tree trimming. Mr. Stephens shared that he has observed a number of downed tree limbs in boulevards and natural areas, particularly after storm events.
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    Electric Vehicles: Mr. Klopsch commented on recent newspaper articles about electric vehicles and the quest by some to see an increase in installation of recharging stations. Mr. Klopsch opined that the private sector will begin constructing recharging stations when there is a sufficient market for them. Based on projections by proponents of electric vehicles, this will likely occur soon.

At 7:20 p.m., Mayor Duncan closed the work session and moved to executive session for personnel matters.

At 7:25 p.m. Mayor Duncan concluded the executive session for personnel matters and City Council moved to the regular session.