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12-27 Meeting: Oath of Office, Council Vacancy, Ordinance Amendments

Oath of Office Council Vacancy Ordinance Amendments

Meeting Notes

1. Oath of Office
   The meeting began with the administration of the oath of office to the new Chief of Police, Brian Christopher, and the new Police Sergeant, Charles Eberle. Congratulations were extended to both individuals.

• Congratulations to Brian Christopher and Charles Eberle on their new positions.

2. Fourth Ward City Council Vacancy
   Robin Willoughby is stepping down from her position as Fourth Ward Councilwoman due to health reasons. Applications are being accepted to fill this vacancy, with a meeting scheduled on January 6, 2025, to make the appointment.

• Applications are open for the Fourth Ward City Council seat.

3. Ordinance Amendments
   An ordinance amending Section 121 regarding video recording of council meetings was passed. Recordings will be available to the public and retained for 24 months.

• Ordinance on video recording passed.

4. 2025 Budget
   The second reading of the 2025 budget ordinance took place, but it was tabled for a third reading in January 2025.

5. Supplemental Appropriations for 2024
   An ordinance for supplemental appropriations for 2024 was passed to ensure balanced books as per the state auditor's recommendation.

• Supplemental appropriations for 2024 passed.

6. Wages and Benefits Ordinances
   Emergency ordinances were passed regarding wages and benefits for various city personnel, including supervisory personnel, fire department, and police department employees.

• Wages and benefits ordinances passed.

7. Purchase Authorization for 2025
   An emergency ordinance authorizing the purchase of materials, equipment, and services for 2025 was passed.

• Purchase authorization for 2025 passed.

8. Salary Adjustment for Director of Public Service and Safety
   A first reading of an ordinance proposing a 3% salary increase for the Director of Public Service and Safety was conducted.

9. Executive Session and Salary Increase
   An executive session was held to discuss personnel issues

Next Arrangements

 [ ] Applications for the Fourth Ward City Council seat are due by January 6, 2025.
 [ ] The third reading of the 2025 budget ordinance will occur in January 2025.
 [ ] The Auglaize County Democratic Party Central Committee will meet on January 6, 2025, to appoint a new Fourth Ward City Council member.