thereof at this session be dispensed with. Upon a viva voce vote on the question of the motion, same passed unanimously and it was so ordered.

STATUS REPORTS
Captain Promotion – Mayor Duncan welcomed Lieutenant Kevin Pruszynski and his family. Chief Hill reviewed the highlights of Lieutenant Pruszynski’s career and shared that he was pleased to promote him. Mayor Duncan then administered the Oath of Office. Captain Pruszynski’s wife pinned the captain badge onto his uniform.

Recognition of Crew #1 Lifesaving Actions – Chief Hill commented on the actions of Public Safety Crew #1 at the November 6, 2017 council meeting. He shared that Crew #1 worked together to initiate an immediate patient assessment and provide patient care. The patient was quickly transported to the hospital where he underwent a life-saving surgical procedure. He added that there is no doubt that their excellent care and fast response played a major part in the successful outcome of this event. Chief Hill thanked Crew #1 for their efforts and for their contribution to the success of the Oakwood Public Safety Department.

Mayor Duncan commented that the lifesaving actions of Crew #1 are just another reason why people want to live in Oakwood. Oakwood has the best Public Safety Department in the region.

Council Committee Assignments – Mayor Duncan explained that there are several committees of Council that consist of two members that meet as needed to discuss various topics. Mayor Duncan indicated that Council decided to leave the committee assignments the same as last year, with the exception of the Miami Valley Communications Council, where the assignments for Mr. Stephens and Mr. Epley are reversing. The committee assignments are as follows:

2018 COUNCIL COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS
William Duncan, Mayor Steve Byington, Vice Mayor
Court Liaison
  • Anne Hilton, Chair
  • Christopher Epley
Finance
  • Steve Byington, Chair
  • William Duncan
Law and Minutes
  • Anne Hilton, Chair
  • Steve Byington
Planning and Zoning
  • Steve Byington, Chair
  • Christopher Epley
Public Properties
  • Christopher Epley, Chair
  • Rob Stephens
Public Utilities/Waterworks/Sewer
  • Christopher Epley, Chair
  • Rob Stephens
Safety and Traffic
  • Rob Stephens, Chair
  • Anne Hilton
Streets and Alleys
  • Rob Stephens, Chair
  • Anne Hilton
Community Relations/Promotion & Appointments
  • William Duncan, Chair
  • Steve Byington
Regional Agencies - Council Representation
Miami Valley Communications Council
  • Rob Stephens
  • Christopher Epley, Alternate
Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission and Transportation Committee
  • Steve Byington
  • William Duncan, Alternate
EMA Regional Advisory Council
  • William Duncan
  • Norbert Klopsch, Alternate
First Suburbs Consortium
  • Steve Byington
  • Norbert Klopsch
  • William Duncan, Alternate
South Suburban Coalition
  • Alan Hill
  • William Duncan, Alternate
Boards, Commissions and Citizen Ad Hoc Committees
Planning Commission Steve Byington
Environmental Committee Rob Stephens
Sister City Anne Hilton
Historical Society Anne Hilton

Note: The Mayor also serves as ex-officio member of each Council committee.