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Martins Ferry City Council Special Meeting Minutes of July 5, 2024

Posted on: July 18, 2024

The Martins Ferry City Council met in Special Session on Friday, July 5, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. at the Donald Myers Council Chambers.  The meeting was called to order by Council President Kristine Davis with the Pledge of Allegiance recited by those present in chamber followed by a prayer by the Clerk. Answering Roll Call were Bob Hunker, First Ward Council Member, Spencer Echemann, Second Ward Council Member; Suzanne Armstrong, Third Ward Council Member; Rick Rodgers, Fourth Ward Council Member; and James Agnew and Jim Schramm, Council at Large Members.   Ben Neiman, Council-at-Large Member informed President Davis he was unable to attend this meeting.  Six Council Members were present at this Special Meeting.  This Special Meeting was called for the purpose of consideration of legislation only. 

President Davis explained the changes to the amendments. 

Mr. Hunker made a motion and Mr. Schramm seconded to suspend the 72 hour rule.  A roll call vote was heard with Hunker, Echemann, Armstrong, Rodgers, Agnew, and Schramm voting yes.  The motion carried and the 72 hour rule was suspended.  This Ordinance was given a first reading. 

            An Ordinance Amending Chapter 1155, Source Water Protection Area, Of The Codified Ordinances Of The City Of Martins Ferry, Ohio. 

Mr. Rodgers made a motion to suspend the rules.  Rev. Agnew seconded the motion.   A roll call vote was heard with Rodgers, Agnew, Schramm, Hunker, Echemann and Armstrong voting yes. The motion carried.  Mr. Schramm made a motion to pass the Ordinance as read.  Mr. Rodgers seconded the motion.   A roll call vote was heard with Schramm, Hunker, Echemann, Armstrong, Rodgers and Agnew voting yes. The motion carried and the Ordinance was declared passed.   

Motion was made by Mr. Hunker and seconded by Mrs. Armstrong to adjourn.  After an affirmative voice vote, the meeting was adjourned with a salute to the flag. 

            The next meeting of the Martins Ferry Council will be held on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers at the City Building.

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Kay H. McFarlan, Clerk of Council                           Kristine Davis, Council President

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Martins Ferry City Council Special Meeting Minutes of June 27, 2024

Posted on: July 18, 2024

The Martins Ferry City Council met in Special Session on Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 10:15 a.m., at the Martins Ferry Recreation Center.  This meeting was called to discuss legislation only, specifically to hear the third reading of two Ordinances. 

The meeting was called to order by Council President Kristine Davis with the Pledge of Allegiance recited by those present in chamber. Answering Roll Call were Bob Hunker, First Ward Council Member, Spencer Echemann, Second Ward Council Member; Suzanne Armstrong, Third Ward Council Member; Rick Rodgers, Fourth Ward Council Member; and Ben Neiman, Council at Large Member.   Rev. James Agnew and Jim Schramm, Council-at-Large Members informed President Davis they would be unavailable to attend this meeting. 

This Ordinance was given a third reading. 

An Ordinance Authorizing The Director Of Public Service To Advertise For Bids For The Sale Of Municipal Property And To Sell The Property To The Winning Bid.

            Mr. Hunker made a motion to pass the Ordinance as read.  Mr. Neiman seconded the motion.  A roll call vote was heard with Hunker, Echemann, Armstrong, Rodgers, and Neiman voting yes.  The motion carried and the Ordinance was declared passed. 

This Ordinance was given a third reading.

            An Ordinance Amending Chapter 1155, Source Water Protection Area, Of The Codified Ordinances Of The City Of Martins Ferry, Ohio. 

            Mr. Echemann made a motion to pass the Ordinance as read.  Mrs. Armstrong seconded the motion.  A roll call vote was heard with Echemann, Armstrong, Rodgers, Neiman and Hunker voting yes.  The motion carried and the Ordinance was declared passed. 

Motion was made by Mr. Rodgers and seconded by Mr. Hunker to adjourn.  After an affirmative voice vote, the meeting was adjourned with a salute to the flag. 

            The next meeting of the Martins Ferry Council will be held on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers at the City Building.

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Kay H. McFarlan, Clerk of Council                           Kristine Davis, Council President

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Martins Ferry City Council Special Meeting Minutes of June 27, 2024

Posted on: July 18, 2024

The Martins Ferry City Council met in Special Session on Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 10:00 a.m., at the Martins Ferry Recreation Center.  This meeting was called to discuss legislation only, specifically to hear the second reading of two Ordinances. 

The meeting was called to order by Council President Kristine Davis with the Pledge of Allegiance recited by those present in chamber. Answering Roll Call were Bob Hunker, First Ward Council Member, Spencer Echemann, Second Ward Council Member; Suzanne Armstrong, Third Ward Council Member; Rick Rodgers, Fourth Ward Council Member; and Ben Neiman, Council at Large Member.   Rev. James Agnew and Jim Schramm, Council-at-Large Members informed President Davis they would be unavailable to attend this meeting. 

This Ordinance was given a second reading. 

An Ordinance Authorizing The Director Of Public Service To Advertise For Bids For The Sale Of Municipal Property And To Sell The Property To The Winning Bid.

            This Ordinance will go to a third reading.

This Ordinance was given a second reading.

            An Ordinance Amending Chapter 1155, Source Water Protection Area, Of The Codified Ordinances Of The City Of Martins Ferry, Ohio. 

            This Ordinance will go to a third reading.

Motion was made by Mr. Rodgers and seconded by Mr. Hunker to adjourn.  After an affirmative voice vote, the meeting was adjourned with a salute to the flag. 

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Kay H. McFarlan, Clerk of Council                           Kristine Davis, Council President

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Martins Ferry City Council Meeting Minutes of June 26, 2024

Posted on: July 18, 2024

The Martins Ferry City Council met in Regular Session on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at 6:00 p.m., at the Martins Ferry Recreation Center.  The meeting was called to order by Council President Kristine Davis with the Pledge of Allegiance recited by those present in chamber, followed by a prayer by the Clerk.   Answering Roll Call were Bob Hunker, First Ward Council Member, Spencer Echemann, Second Ward Council Member; Suzanne Armstrong, Third Ward Council Member; Rick Rodgers, Fourth Ward Council Member; and Ben Neiman, Council at Large Member.   James Agnew and Jim Schramm notified President Davis that they could not attend this meeting.      

            President Davis reminded Council that there are two Special Council Meetings scheduled for tomorrow, June 27.  These meetings will address legislation only.   The first one will begin at 10:00 a.m. and the second one will be at 10:15 a.m.

            Minutes:  Minutes of the June 5, 2024 Council Meeting were approved as written.  

Correspondence:  There was no correspondence. 

Reports of Officers of the City:

Mayor:  Part of Hanover Street is shut down due to a problem with a manhole.   Once fixed, problems in the alley that stretches from the Romano Building to Unified Bank will also be alleviated. 

Last week, when the weather was very hot, pool admission was free on Thursday, Friday and Sunday.  The Mayor believes the cost of operating the pool during these days was covered by concession stand sales.  The Pool was closed on Saturday due to a Swim Meet. 

The cemetery grounds are in good shape.  City employees are doing routine maintenance.  There have been a couple of water breaks in the last week. 

On July 6 at 10:30 a.m., there will be a dedication of the new sign at the Walnut Grove Cemetery which lists the historical facts of the cemetery.  Also on July 6, the Celebration in the Park will begin at 12:00 noon and includes a free swim, entertainment, inflatables, and food vendors.  Fireworks at dusk will close out the celebration. 

The Mayor expressed his disappointment of the handling of the Austin Masters situation by the State and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR).  A phone conversation with ODNR is scheduled for June 27 with the Mayor and Service/Safety Director.  Mayor Davies said ODNR has to understand that if the city’s aquafer gets contaminated with radioactive material from the Austin Masters plant, it will affect all of the Ohio Valley and possibly the Tri-State area.  Litigation is ongoing until July 25 and there has been no progress to clean up the facility. 

Service/Safety Director:  The Force Main by Turf Care should be hooked up by next week and it will flow into a new Eastern Ohio Regional Wastewater Authority line instead of the city’s main line.  The project has been financed with no cost to the city. 

There have been many good comments on the condition of swimming pool and the new pump is doing well.  Crews are getting caught up with weed control. 

Mr. Sutak gave an update on the improvements to the Water Plant. Equipment has been received to re-do valves at the Woodmont Pumping Station. 

            Auditor:  Council was given a Statement of Cash Position.  A couple of line items are being watched but there are no “red flags”.  A public Budget Hearing will be held on July 17 at 5:30 p.m. in Council Chambers, before the next Council Meeting.  Mr. Regis will notify The Times Leader of this event.

            Law Director:  No report. 

            Police Department:  Chief Murphy reported that all officers, including himself, have attended or are scheduled to attend Active Shooter Training hosted by the Belmont County Sheriff’s Office.  Installation of the 3 laptops and accessories acquired with funds from the JAG Grant award is complete and the equipment will begin to be used soon.  Chief Murphy will apply for 2024 JAG Grant and if received, it will be used to purchase a speed enforcement project and equip every police cruiser with equipment capable of producing electronic citations.  He would also like to obtain pole mounted radar signs that display the oncoming driver’s speed and flash an over-speed alert. 

            Fire Department: No report.

Code Administrator: No report.

            Park District: No report.      

            Water Department:  No report.       

Reports of Committees of Council:   

            Finance and Audit:   Mr. Hunker reported the Finance Committee met on June 11.  Auditor Regis told the committee the budget is looking good.  The committee is recommending Council appropriate $3,066.00 from the General Fund to repair an EMS car that was involved in an accident.  Since no formal notice for funding has been received from the Martins Ferry Historical Society, the committee decided no action will be taken until a request is received.  The Fire Department has requested $1,500 for the Betty Zane Days Celebration.  The Committee recommends Council appropriate $1,500 from the General Fund for this event.  Minutes of this meeting will be filed with these minutes.

Street: No report.

Ordinance:  The Committee met on June 24 to discuss the ongoing improper use of electric bicycles and scooters in the city.  After researching the current Ordinances that already pertain to this subject and listening to Chief Murphy’s advice, the Committee determined that the Ordinances, which are already established, cover everything the police need to enforce the proper use of electric bicycles and electric scooters.  It was also suggested that a public notice of the upcoming enforcement be place in the newspaper.  Minutes of this meeting will be filed with these minutes.

            Sewer/Sidewalk:  No report.

Code Administration:  No report.

            Safety: No report.

            Service:  No report.

            Cemetery:  No report.

Public Relations:  No report.

Real Estate/Utility:  No report.

Income Tax: No report.

Citizens To Be Heard:  President Davis reminded citizens to limit their speaking to 5 minutes.  

Frank Papini, President of the United Steel Workers of America, Retiree Organization, Martins Ferry, asked the Mayor if the parent company of Austin Masters has ever been contacted regarding the radioactive waste that was left behind?  The Mayor believes the owner will be doing 30 days in jail.  Mr. Papini said a firm from Texas bid on the clean-up project of Austin Masters but was turned down by ODNR because the firm wanted a guarantee that they would be able to operate at the facility after it was cleaned up.  The Mayor is concerned that the Austin Masters facility will get flooded, contaminating the water supply, and there is no contingency plan in place.  The Mayor and Service/Safety Director voiced their frustration with the lack of communication from ODNA and the State. 

Beverly Reed, Bridgeport, Ohio, reported that the owner and the parent company of Austin Masters have been added to the lawsuit by the Attorney General.  Ms. Reed distributed and reviewed a graphic timeline of what has transpired with the Austin Masters plant from last summer until now.  She is asking every Council member to get involved and make phone calls every day and write letters.  The more people that get involved, the more successful the city can be to get the Austin Masters Plant cleaned up.  The Mayor stated the city is working to create a page that can be accessed through the city’s website with information regarding the unsettling Austin Masters radioactive situation. 

Bob Reed, Bridgeport, Ohio, feels that ODNR is “fiddling” with this situation since they say “they are watching it” which is not acceptable.  When Mr. Sutak spoke to a woman at ODNR and asked what is the plan if flood waters threatened to breach the Austin Masters Facility?   The woman could not give him an answer.  Mr. Reed is concerned that the last time the facility was threatened with flooding it came up in 3 days.  He stresses that we must keep on top of this situation – we must have a plan! 

William Hans, Martins Ferry Resident, a Chemist, has had experience with radiation, held the highest security clearance available and had had access to anything nuclear.  He feels people do not understand what is going on and the threat the Austin Masters Facility poses to the city.  Mr. Han states that he has a Geiger Counter at his home and is monitoring radiation levels.   He urged the City Administration to continue pushing to get the Austin Masters Plant cleaned up at the expense of the state. 

Richard Hord, 915 Virginia Street, inquired about future plans for The Times Leader Building.  The Mayor said he has not heard anything but knows they have moved most of the staff and production to their Wheeling Location.  Mr. Hord asked for an update on smoke testing the sewers.  The Mayor said these are EPA mandated items that need done.  In between water breaks and routine maintenance, crews have been identifying lead lines and performing smoke detection of lines running into the sewers.  Regarding the Recreation Center, Mr. Hord was told the pool is doing well, Roller Skating has been suspended until the Fall, and new equipment has been purchased for Pickle Ball.  When asked about a possible Satellite Office for Belmont College, the Mayor responded the College is considering a site but parking is a concern to be worked out. 

Ordinances and Resolutions:  

            This Ordinance was given a first reading.

            An Ordinance Authorizing The Director Of Public Service To Advertise For Bids For The Sale Of Municipal Property And To Sell The Property To The Winning Bid.

            This Ordinance will go to a second reading.

            This Ordinance was given a first reading.

            An Ordinance Amending Chapter 1155, Source Water Protection Area, Of The Codified Ordinances Of The City Of Martins Ferry, Ohio. 

            This Ordinance will go to a second reading.

President Davis reminded Council that these two Ordinances will have a second and third reading at the two meetings scheduled for tomorrow, June 27.  
 

AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF MARTINS

FERRY TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT FOR THE ZANE

HIGHWAY 12” WATERLINE CONNECTION TO AETNA

STREET BOOSTER STATION AND DECLARING AN

EMERGENC       

Miscellaneous Business:   

The Mayor informed Council that citizens will no longer receive a warning about high grass.  The city will cut the grass, when it reaches beyond 12 inches high, and send the owner a ticket.  If the ticket is not paid, the amount owed will be place on the owner’s property taxes.  Mr. Rodger asked if the trees could be cut along the 5^th Street Exit of Route 7. 

Mr. Rodgers made a motion and Mr. Neiman seconded to appropriate $1,500 from the General Fund to the Fire Department for Betty Zane Days.  A roll call vote was heard with Rodgers, Neiman, Hunker, Echemann and Armstrong voting yes.  The motion carried.

Mr. Rodgers made a motion to appropriate $3,066 from the General Fund for repair of the EMS vehicle which was involved in an accident.  Mr. Neiman seconded the motion.  A roll call vote was heard with Rodgers, Neiman, Hunker, Echemann and Armstrong voting yes.  The motion carried.

Mr. Hunker made a motion to excuse Mr. Schramm and Rev. Agnew from tonight’s meeting.  Mr. Echemann seconded the motion.  After an affirmative voice vote, the motion carried.  

Mr. Echemann made a motion to reflect Council has received reports from the Officers and Management, and to incorporate these reports into the minutes.  Motion was seconded by Mr. Hunker.   After an affirmative voice vote, the motion passed.  

            Motion by Mr. Hunker that we designate the Council Clerk as the Council Clerk of Records.  Mr. Rodgers seconded the motion.  A roll call vote was heard with Hunker, Echemann, Armstrong, Rodgers, and Neiman voting yes.  The motion carried. 

             It was agreed that the next meeting of Council will be in Council Chambers at the City Building.

            Mrs. Armstrong made a motion to cancel the July 3 and August 7 Council Meetings and call special meetings as needed.  Mr. Hunker seconded the motion.  A roll call vote was heard with Armstrong, Rodgers, Neiman, Hunker, and Echemann voting yes.  The motion carried. 

            President Davis has been contacted by John Theibert of Aspen Energy regarding Electric Aggregation.  At this time, Council decided not to pursue this issue. 

             Mrs. Armstrong moved to adjourn, which was seconded by Mr. Neiman.  After an affirmative voice vote, the meeting was adjourned with a salute to the flag at 7:11 p.m. 

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Kay H. McFarlan, Clerk of Council                           Kristine Davis, Council President

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Martins Ferry City Council Meeting Minutes of June 5, 2024

Posted on: July 1, 2024

The Martins Ferry City Council met in Regular Session on Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 6:00 p.m., at the Martins Ferry Recreation Center.  The meeting was called to order by Council President Pro-Tempore Rick Rodgers with the Pledge of Allegiance recited by those present in chamber, followed by a prayer by the Clerk.   Answering Roll Call were Bob Hunker, First Ward Council Member, Spencer Echemann, Second Ward Council Member; Suzanne Armstrong, Third Ward Council Member; Rick Rodgers, Fourth Ward Council Member; Ben Neiman, James Agnew and Jim Schramm, Council at Large Members.   Mr. Rodgers reserved his right to vote.           

            Minutes:  Minutes of the May 15, 2024 Council Meeting were approved as written.  

Correspondence:  There was no correspondence. 

Reports of Officers of the City:

Mayor:  The Administration is working on changing the zones on the Source Water Protection Plan which will put more restraint on what companies can reside on First Street. After Council approves an ordinance regarding this plan, the city will consult with the EPA to strengthen any wording.  Once the plan is in effect, it should help with the Austin Masters situation.  No updates from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources have been received. 

The cemetery is looking great and crews have been patching potholes.  The swimming pool is open and attendance has been good. 

Pictures, showing damage in the city park, were distributed.  The Mayor suggested creating an ordinance banning anyone 16 years old and under from the Park after 6:00 p.m.  Before 6:00 p.m., lifeguards can see any problems in the Park and notify the Police.  Mrs. Armstrong asked Chief Murphy if the cameras in the Park could identify any of the people responsible for the damages.  The perpetrators are not all from the city, making identification difficult.  Mr. Rodgers asked Rev. Agnew to schedule an Ordinance Meeting to address the damages to the Park and the electric bicycle issues.  Regarding an Ordinance on electric bikes, Mrs. Armstrong asked for recommendations from the Police Department.

There have been multiple issues with the gas scooters and electric bikes on the city streets.  Riders are not stopping at stop signs or following traffic rules.  Persons of any age are permitted to operate these vehicles.  The Mayor asked Council to create an ordinance outlining regulations for motorized bikes and scooters.  Chief Murphy said his department is working on putting together these guidelines. 

The Mayor asked Council to authorize up to $7,500 from the General Fund to help cover the cost of the fireworks for the July 6 Celebration.  He is hoping donations will be received to offset some of the $7,500 cost. 

Service/Safety Director:  The pool is open and the new pump is working well.  Mr. Sutak updated Council on the Water Plant upgrades.  On Memorial Day, there was a major water break and the whole city was out of water.  Mayor Davies and Mr. Sutak met with the Engineers yesterday to discuss installing a separate water line which would enable almost 75% of the town to still have water if there would be another major water break.  Mr. Rodgers was contacted by several people saying how thankful they were that the water department employees worked so quickly to fix the water break last month.  He asked The Times Leader representative to convey that sentiment in her news article. 

Force Main Project – In order to move the large bore into the new sewer system underneath the railroad tracks, the Railroad Company has to provide flaggers but they haven’t yet confirmed that they will supply flaggers.  Without flaggers, the large bore is not allowed to be moved.  The city’s Engineer is contacting the company that is doing the project and the Railroad Company to resolve the problem.  It is hoped the project will be finished in two weeks.

Mr. Sutak has identified several dilapidated houses in the city that needed torn down.  He has contacted the Land Bank and Bel-A-Mar to see if funding might be available for demolition. 

Update on Sale of the 1200 North 9^th Street Property – The Mayor said an Ordinance has to be passed by Council before the property can be advertised for bid. 

Update On The Rate Adjustment For The High Rise Apartments In Town – Mr. Sutak said that a letter is being sent to Metropolitan Housing to let them know the city is going to re-classify the sanitation portion of the bill.  This should become effective in the next billing cycle. 

            Auditor:   Auditor Regis asked Council to make a motion to accept the Statement of Cash Position, the New Hire Report and the Payroll Summary.   He also asked Council to approve an invoice from Erb Electric for $3,034 because it is over the allowable limit which can be paid without Council’s approval.  A Finance Committee Meeting was set for Tuesday, June 11 at 11:00 a.m.

            Law Director:  No report. 

            Police Department:  Chief Murphy gave the end of May Police Department Report which included the results of the vehicle auction.  Grant money amounting to $6,870.50 was received for reimbursement of Laptops.  Canine Patch performed a demonstration for a Girl Scout Troop in Bridgeport.  Mr. Sutak asked for more traffic oversight on State Route 7.

            Fire Department: No report.

Code Administrator: No report.

            Park District: No report.      

            Water Department:  No report.       

Reports of Committees of Council:   

            Finance and Audit:   Mr. Hunker set the next Finance Meeting for Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 11:00 a.m.   

Street: No report.

Ordinance:  A meeting will be set to discuss an ordinance for electric bikes and the vandalism in the Park.

            Sewer/Sidewalk:  No report.

Code Administration:  No report.

            Safety: Mr. Schramm reported he has notice several Commercial Trucks running the red lights on Rt. 7. 

            Service:  No report.

            Cemetery:  No report.

Public Relations:  The Committee met on May 20, 2024 to discuss further expansion on upcoming summer events.  City Officials and local personalities are being sought to work a VIP Server Table during the June 8 Strawberry Festival.  The Committee learned that the Chamber of Commerce was donating $1,000 and Project Forward was giving $2,000 towards the cost of the July 6^th Fireworks display.  Minutes of this meeting will be included with these minutes. 

Real Estate/Utility:  No report.

Income Tax: No report.

Citizens to Be Heard:  Mr. Rodgers reminded citizens to limit their speaking to 5 minutes.  

Larry Perkins, St. Clairsville, speaking for the Ebenezer Zane Chapter, OHSSAR, got permission from Council last Fall to install a sign at the Walnut Grove Cemetery listing historical facts of the Cemetery.  The Ebenezer Zane Chapter would like to publicly dedicate this sign to further educate the citizen on the historical significance of this landmark.  Council set July 6^th to have a dedication ceremony.  Mr. Perkins will call the City Building to set up a meeting to discuss the details of the ceremony. 

Kim Train, Martins Ferry, alerted city officials to her neighbor’s house at 812 Jefferson Street where the grass has not been cut.  The Mayor said he would speak to the owner.  The problem of people dumping furniture and mattresses in undesignated spots was discussed. 

Richard Hord, 915 Virginia Street, complimented the Water Department and all those involved in getting the water break on Memorial Day fixed quickly.  He informed Council that Author Don Iannone, a native of Martins Ferry, would be discussing his new book on June 8 at the Library.  Monetary help for the Historical Society will have to be addressed by the Finance Committee.  There has been no discussion on striping the streets of the city.  The building owned by Keith Sommers has been sold and the former PNC Bank Building is still for sale. 

Beverly Reed, Bridgeport, Ohio, shared inspection reports and pictures from ODNR of the Austin Masters Facility and the flooding that occurred in April.  Council was asked to sign a petition to send to ODNR asking that there be no permit transfers of the Austin Master Property, no future processing of toxic oil and gas waste in the area and immediate clean-up with environmental testing and monitoring.  The petition will also be available for citizens to sign at the Concerned Ohio River Residents booth at the Strawberry Festival. 

Rob Reed, Bridgeport, Ohio, asked what type of Filtration System is being installed at the Water Plant.  The Mayor explained the system the city uses removes the calcium, iron and magnesium from the water.  Mr. Sutak said when all the improvements are finished, the city will see a better quality of water. 

Ordinances and Resolutions:  

            There was no legislation to be read.   

AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF MARTINS

FERRY TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT FOR THE ZANE

HIGHWAY 12” WATERLINE CONNECTION TO AETNA

STREET BOOSTER STATION AND DECLARING AN

EMERGENC       

Miscellaneous Business:   

Mrs. Armstrong made a motion to allot $7,500 from the General Fund for the July 6^th Celebration.  Rev. Agnew seconded the motion.  A roll call vote was heard with Armstrong, Rodgers, Neiman, Agnew, Schramm, Hunker, and Echemann voting yes.  The motion carried. 

Mr. Schramm made a motion to pay the invoice from Erb Electric for $3,034 (water works well repairs).  Mr. Echemann seconded the motion.  A roll call vote was heard with Schramm, Hunker, Echemann, Armstrong, Rodgers, Neiman and Agnew voting yes.  The motion carried. 

Since June 19^th is a National Holiday, Mr. Neiman made a motion and Mr. Schramm seconded to change the next Council Meeting to Wednesday, June 26 at 6:00 p.m. at the Recreation Center.   A roll call vote was heard with Neiman, Agnew, Schramm, Hunker, Echemann, Armstrong and Rodgers voting yes.  The motion carried. 

Mrs. Armstrong made a motion and Rev. Agnew seconded to accept the Statement of Cash Position, the New Hire Report and the Payroll Summary.  A roll call vote was heard with Armstrong, Rodgers, Neiman, Agnew, Schramm, Hunker, and Echemann voting yes.  The motion carried. 

Mr. Schramm made a motion to reflect Council has received reports from the Officers and Management, and to incorporate these reports into the minutes.  Motion was seconded by Mr. Hunker.   After an affirmative voice vote, the motion passed.    

             Mr. Echemann moved to adjourn, which was seconded by Mrs. Armstrong.  After an affirmative voice vote, the meeting was adjourned at 7:01 p.m. with a salute to the flag.

            The next meeting of the Martins Ferry Council will be on Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. at the Recreation Center.    

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Kay H. McFarlan, Clerk of Council                           Kristine Davis, Council President

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