• Five Points Intersection: A decision has not been made on constructing a roundabout at the Five Points intersection. If grant funding is approved, City Council will determine the impact on city finances before a decision is made on pursuing the project.
  • Housing Inspections: Planning & Zoning Manager Ethan Kroger commented on Oakwood’s pre-sale and rental housing inspections program. The pre-sale/rental inspection program has been in place for over 60 years and is one of the primary methods by which properties are code-compliant at the time of sale, or brought into compliance shortly thereafter. This program plays a very important role in maintaining the community and Oakwood home values. There were 378 inspections completed in 2018; 427 in 2019; 458 in 2020; 414 in 2021; and 360 in 2022. Mr. Kroger mentioned an incident where an inspection uncovered a health safety issue for an elderly resident. The health, safety and welfare of the Oakwood residents is the number one priority.

Mr. Klopsch mentioned that the ACORN (Assisting and Contributing to Oakwood Resident Needs) program is available to assist the senior and at-risk population in Oakwood. Staff is working to increase the number of citizens enrolled in the program.

  • Gardner Pool: Gardner Pool had a wonderful season. There was only one medic call dispatched to the pool this season and it was for a minor incident.

Old Business: None.

New Business:

  • Resolution 23-1 Fees for Food Establishment and Service Operations, First Reading: Dr. Denka introduced Resolution No. 23-1 and opened a public hearing. There being no visitors wishing to speak on the matter, Dr. Denka closed the public hearing. A second reading and vote will take place at the November 21, 2023 board meeting.

The Board briefly discussed vehicle and pedestrian safety. Dr. Hardy commented on excessive vehicle speeds on the newly repaved portion of E. Schantz Avenue. Mr. Klopsch will see that the Public Safety Department addresses this matter.

There being no other business, at 6 p.m. Dr. Denka adjourned the meeting.

Signature of Chair
Chair
Signature of Secretary
Secretary
Signature of Commissioner of Health
Commissioner of Health