Wrong document context!

513.533.2039

Trustees Present: Sean Fausto, Evan Nolan, Dan Krohn, Cody Gausvik, Jes Overley, Stacy Lehman, Jason Wilcoxon, Jon Bernier, Joe Groh

Trustees Not Present: Dave Schaff, Colleen Reynolds, Kenny McNutt

MEETING MINUTES

Welcomed Joe Groh to the OCC Board of Trustees

Approve 9-4-18 OCC Meeting Minutes:

Motion to approve 9-4-18 OCC Meeting Minutes by Sean Fausto; seconded by John Bernier. 6 approved; Cody Gausvik and Joe Groh abstained. 9-4-18 OCC Meeting Minutes approved.

Treasurer’s Role SOP

Jason Wilcoxon presented SOP; will revise based on discussion.

Oakley Master Plan

10/16/18 next public meeting at 20^th Century - 7PM.

Community Budget Requests

Proposal/requests submitted by OMP Committees; requests due by the end of the month.

OCC requests: (1) New Oakley recreation center; (2) Madison Road dog park enhancements (while partnering with Boulevard Apartments in Oakley Station); (3) street scape/traffic calming measures on Madison Road near and around neighborhood business district.

Motion by Jason Wilcoxon to submit the above list of OCC Requests in order of priority; seconded by Joe Groh. Unanimous approval. Jes Overley will coordinate with Colleen Reynolds to send letter to City outlining requests.

December OCC Election (12/4/18)

To be eligible to serve as an OCC Board of Trustee, a person must have been an OCC member for at least sixty (60) days prior to the election of OCC Board of Trustees (membership deadline 10/5/18) and must have attended at least three (3) organizational meetings within the current calendar year.

Goodwill Expansion

Commercial real estate agent reached out to OCC Trustee informing OCC of Goodwill’s interested in purchasing the former David Millet space to expand their business. We have no other information at this time, but will continue to monitor the situation.

Motion to adjourn meeting at 9:00PM by Evan Nolan; seconded by Cody Gausvik. Meeting Ends at 9:00PM

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9-4-18 OCC Approved Meeting Minutes

09/21/2018 8:21 AM | Cody Gausvik

Oakley Community Council Meeting

Tuesday, September 4, 2018 – 7 PM Oakley Recreation Center oakleycouncil@oakleynow.com www.Facebook.com/Oakley45209

Trustees Present: Jes Overley, Evan Nolan, Jon Bernier, Kenny McNutt, Dave Schaff, Dan Krohn, Stacy Lehman, Sean Fausto, Jason Wilcoxon

Trustees Not Present: Cody Gausvik, Colleen Renolds MEETING MINUTES

GENERAL:

· City Hotline – 591-6000

· Cincinnati District 2 Police Non-Emergency – 949-4400

· Fix it Cincy! Mobile App

Cincinnati Fire Department – Station 31

· See attached form, concerning smart 911 system

· 300 runs, nothing specific causing uptick

· 10/13/18, Firehouse Open House from 1-5 pm

Cincinnati Police Department Report – District 2: Shawn Tarvin CPD & District 2 Capt. Aaron Jones – Phone 513-979-4480

· Rash of Breaking and entering at 3100/3200 block of Madison road, at small businesses

· Spike in theft from autos

· Encourage to use fix it cincy app to report things like abandoned cars

CRC Report

· Trunk or Treat event on Oct 27th

· Working on new classes for seniors

· Increasing Toddler/Preschool classes during the day

COMMITTEES

Oakley Master Plan (OMP) Steering Committee

Next public working session for the Oakley master plan is on Oct 16th at 7 pm, probably at community center. Will be first chance to see rough draft of OMP.

City Hall Liaison – Evan Nolan, Colleen Reynolds, Dan Krohn, Sean Fausto

Some public questions about ownership of Masonic Lodge at Ridge/Madison – will it be developed commercially or for private residents?

Election Committee for December – Sean Fausto, Evan Nolan, Colleen Reynolds

· Jes, Kenny, Jason and Dan’s seat are up for re-election at December meeting

· Requirements to run:

o Member for 60 days prior to election (so join by next monthly meeting)

o Attend 3 organizational meetings.

· Must be a member to vote

· Nominees can email Sean, Evan and Colleen

New OCC Trustee Announcement – Joe Groh is elected by trustee vote conducted over email after August 3rd-Thursday meeting

Neighborhood Flag Project – Cincy Flags – Lacey Haslam

· Flag project is seeking input for flag for each community. There are workshops coming up, with designs hopefully in November.

Oakley Food Pantry – Pastor Judy Jackson

· See attached forms

· Sources for pantry are drying up – holding a food drive on 22 Sept, from 10-2. Donations can be dropped off at 4100 Taylor Ave.

Oakley 5k – Madtree and Fleet Feet – Frank DeJulius – asking for letter of support from OCC

· See attached form. Seeking Letter of support from OCC

· Motion: Move to support vision of Fleet Feet and MadTree 5k on Oct 5, 2019. (Sean Fausto)

· Second: Jason

· Vote 8-0-1, with Kenny McNutt abstaining

Hamilton County Children’s Services Levy – Laura Kay Clifton

· Encouraging people to vote to support new levy for HCCS

Issues Facing the Judicial System – Judge Dennis Deters

· Appellate judge concerned over the impacts of Issue 1, and the issues of crowding at the justice center.

Judicial Candidate – Ginger Bock

· Candidate for 1st district court of appeals

Approve 8/16/18 Meeting Minutes

· Motion: Evan

· Second: Sean

· Vote 6-0-3, with John, Stacey and Dan abstaining

June, July and August OCC financial report – Jason Wilcoxon

· See attached form for all 3 months

· Motion to approve: Evan

· Second: Dan

· Vote: Unanimous

New Business:

· Next Third Thursday Meeting 9/20/18, Crossroads 7PM

o Plan to look at special events SOP

· Next Tuesday OCC Meeting 10/2/18, Oakley Recreation Center 7PM

SEPTEMBER CFO Report

Smart 911

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FIRE & EMS

The Cincinnati Fire Department is encouraging the public to sign up for Smart 911, an emergency communications tool that provides 9-1-1 call takers and first responders with additional critical information about participating residents.

This technology helps reduce response times and provide first responders with vital information that can help improve incident outcomes.

Information such as medical conditions to blood type to primary language can be place in user's Safety Profile as well as a Facility Profile about their current location.

Citizens can sign up for Smart 911 by going to www.Smart911. com. Remember no one plans to call 9-1-1 but now you can plan ahead.

Cincinnati Fire Department Open House Day

On Saturday, October 13, 2018 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM, the Cincinnati Fire Department will open its 26 fire stations to the public. The Cincinnati Fire Department's "Open House Day" will be a great time for children and adults to learn fire safety and about the Cincinnati Fire Department in general. To attend children must be accompanied by an adult.

Refreshments will be served.

Please join the Cincinnati Fire Department when we open our doors on Saturday, October 13, 2018 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

Hoarding Problems - 352-2331 Smoke Detectors - 352-2331 Home Inspections - 352-2331

Carbon Monoxide Detectors - 357-7582 Car Seat Installation - 357-7582

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8-16-18 OCC Approved 3rd Thursday Meeting Minutes

09/17/2018 9:51 AM | Cody Gausvik

Oakley Community Council 3^rd Thursday Meeting

Crossroads Church – Meeting Room D

8/16/18; 7PM

513.533.2039

Trustees Present: Sean Fausto, Evan Nolan, Dan Krohn, Cody Gausvik, Jes Overley, Colleen Reynolds, Kenny McNutt, Jason Wilcoxon

Trustees Not Present: Jon Bernier, Dave Schaff, Stacy Lehman

MEETING MINUTES

OCC Trustee Candidates

Seth Shaifer – provided statement of candidacy to audience.

Joe Groh – provided statement of candidacy to audience.

OCC Trustees will respond via email to Jes Overley and Cody Gausvik with their vote.

Zoning SOP – Colleen Reynolds, Evan Nolan, Sean Shaifer and Dan Krohn

Colleen reviewed SOP; OCC Trustees and audience provided feedback for revisions.

Special Events SOP will be presented 9/20/18.

September OCC Trustee Team Building Event

Jes to send out available dates.

Landscaping Initiatives – Cody Gausvik

Cody worked with City contacts regarding landscape responsibilities. Tree beds are property/business owner’s responsibility, NOT the City’s. Cody suggested using a portion of the second round of NBD funds to clean up tree beds and landscaping along Madison for this year and launch beautification campaign next year (spring 2019) to help business owners maintain our neighborhood business district. Jason Wilcoxon to get bid for landscape cleanup of all tree wells on Madison before winter. If you notice any missing trees in Oakley, email Cody and he will add it to his list for the Urban Forestry.

Approve 8-7-18 OCC Meeting Minutes:

Motion to approve 8-7-18 OCC Meeting Minutes by Evan Nolan; seconded by Colleen Reynolds. 6 approved; Sean Fausto and Jason Wilcoxon abstained. 8-7-18 OCC Meeting Minutes approved.

Upon further review of the OCC bylaws, the OCC Trustees considered the meeting that followed the 6-5-18 general meeting as an executive session. OCC Trustees will be revising the bylaws to avoid confusion in the future.

Motion to adjourn meeting at 9:00PM by Cody Gausvik; seconded by Colleen Reynolds. Meeting Ends at 9:00PM

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8-7-18 OCC Approved Meeting Minutes

08/17/2018 11:49 AM | Cody Gausvik

Oakley Community Council Meeting

Tuesday, August 7, 2018 – 7 PM

Oakley Recreation Center

www.Facebook.com/Oakley45209

Trustees Present: Jes Overley, Colleen Reynolds, Cody Gausvik, Evan Nolan, Jon Bernier, Kenny McNutt, Dave Schaff, Dan Krohn, Stacy Lehman

Trustees Not Present: Sean Fausto, Jason Wilcoxon

MEETING MINUTES

GENERAL:

· City Hotline – 591-6000

· Cincinnati District 2 Police Non-Emergency – 949-4400

· Fix it Cincy! Mobile App

Cincinnati Fire Department – Station 31

Not present

Cincinnati Police Department Report – District 2: Shawn Tarvin CPD & District 2 Capt. Aaron Jones – Phone 513-979-4480

Not present

CRC Report

If you have ideas for CRC center, submit your ideas to Jalisa Elkins (Community Center Director) at CRC – preschool programs, teaching programs, etc. available at CRC venue. 8/28/18 meet to design flag for Oakley, Madisonville and Pleasant Ridge. Oakley Gators Swim Team finished season last week – finished 2^nd in the city!

COMMITTEES

Oakley Master Plan (OMP) Steering Committee

Pedestrian Safety Improvement initiative: pedestrian-triggered rapid flashing beacon will be installed at the crosswalk on Madison Road near Essencha Tea House (3212 Madison Road)

Next public working session for the Oakley master plan in on 9/18 7-9PM.

Business – Kenny McNutt

Kenny to schedule happy hour soon; Kenny shared membership statistics based on various milestones, including: website launch, Daddy Daughter Dance, and Oakley Community Council Connection Newsletter.

City Hall Liaison – Evan Nolan, Colleen Reynolds, Dan Krohn, Sean Fausto

Former 5/3 site development on Madison Road approved – 19 town homes.

Allston Street cocktail bar parking variance approved.

Colleen & Evan working on Zoning SOP.

Bryan Finn (resident of Drakewood) – undergoing kitchen remodel – needs approval for 2.83ft extension; all abutting neighbors have signed off approving of extension.

Jon Bernier motions to send a letter of support to the City of Cincinnati’s Zoning Administration Department for 2.83ft expansion on 3847 Drakewood for kitchen remodel, contingent upon all abutting property owners’ approval; Colleen Reynolds seconds. Unanimous approval; motion passes.

OCC Board of Trustees Action Regarding Personnel

Jes Overly issued a statement regarding the outcomes following the special session that took place on 6/5/18. Following the 6/5/18 special session, Dave Schaff was censured and Chris Mucha was removed from the OCC Board of Trustees.

Dave Schaff addressed audience regarding censure action.

Chris Mucha addressed audience regarding the OCC Board of Trustee’s decision to remove him from the Board, in accordance with the OCC bylaws.

OCC Announcement of Open Board Trustee Position

New OCC Trustee bios are due 8/16/18. Email them to jes.overley@oakleynow.com

Oakley Summer Series – Last event 8/31 – Stacy Lehman

8/31 movie night planned with 80’s theme. Always seeking volunteers for set up and tear down of events. Email stacy.lehman@oakleynow.com if you are willing and able to volunteer on 8/31!

Cincinnati Neighborhood Games – Dan Krohn & Rob Wetterstroem

Oakley won 13 medals total: 6 gold; 4 silver; 3 bronze. Dan announced each of those who received medals. Special thanks to Craig Rosen, Jes Overly, Sean Fausto and Karen Floyd for bringing their kids and friends to games to participate.

Oakley Community Council Connection Electronic Newsletter – Dan Krohn

First OCC Connection Newsletter issued 8/1; this will be published monthly. Next edition will be sent out on 8/30. The OCC Connection Newsletter creates additional OCC membership benefit, additional communication benefit, expands on more issues and conversation, reminds everyone of upcoming meetings and events, etc.

Greater Cincinnati Energy Alliance – Laksh Khurana – OHIO PACE Program

“Efficient Financing for Building Efficiency” PACE financing offers commercial property owners the opportunity to leverage property assessment financing to pay for energy efficiency and renewable energy projects. It is designed to assist commercial property owners with access to affordable, extended-term financing for energy-related projects for their buildings.

Approve 6/5/18 Meeting Minutes

Motion to approve 6/5/18 meeting minutes with the amendment to clarify the OCC moved to special meeting on 6/5/18 by Evan Nolan; seconded by Dan Krohn. 7 approved; Dave and Stacy abstained. 6/5/18 minutes approved.

OCC Additional Landscaping Approval

OCC approved of $2500 expense for landscaping from NBD fund in June; need approval for additional $1750 to clean and weed tree beds along Madison.

Cody Gausvik motioned to approve $1750 for additional landscape work; Evan Nolan seconded.

OCC hasn’t received second round of NBD money from City; no support to pay for additional landscaping work. Cody plans to do research to see if City will clean and weed beds; Colleen Reynolds to send Cody contact information for someone at the City who can assist.

Cody Gausvik motions to table motion regarding additional landscape work until after OCC has a chance to research and speak with some contacts at the City.

June and July OCC financial approval is tabled until the next meeting since Jason Wilcoxon was absent during the meeting.

Craig Rozen – suggestion to move speaker cards to the beginning of the meeting; encourages everyone to offer help to homeless people in our city before calling the police.

New Business:

· Next Third Thursday Meeting 8/16/18, Crossroads 7PM
· Next Tuesday OCC Meeting 9/4/18, Oakley Recreation Center 7PM
· Bios for open OCC Trustee position due to OCC prior to 8/16/18; new Trustee to be announced at 9/4/18 meeting.

Kenny McNutt motions to adjourn meeting; seconded by Stacy Lehman. Meeting ends at 9:00PM

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6-5-18 OCC Approved Meeting Minutes

08/09/2018 8:51 AM | Cody Gausvik

Oakley Community Council Meeting

Tuesday, June 5, 2018 – 7 PM

Oakley Recreation Center

www.Facebook.com/Oakley45209

Trustees Present: Jes Overley, Colleen Reynolds, Cody Gausvik, Evan Nolan, Sean Fausto, Jon Bernier, Jason Wilcoxon, Kenny McNutt, Dave Schaff, Dan Krohn

Trustees Not Present: Chris Mucha, Stacy Lehman

MEETING MINUTES

GENERAL:

· City Hotline – 591-6000

· Cincinnati District 2 Police Non-Emergency – 949-4400

· Fix it Cincy! Mobile App

Cincinnati Fire Department – Station 31

16 fires and 169 EMS runs for May; keep grills outside while using extra caution.

Cincinnati Police Department Report – District 2: Shawn Tarvin CPD & District 2 Capt. Aaron Jones – Phone 513-979-4480

Lower auto thefts for May; people are targeting retail and gym parking lots when cars are left unattended. Cincinnati Police to meet about increased shootings in the City of Cincinnati. If you see something questionable, always call District 2 police immediately.

Jalisa - New (full-time) Oakley CRC Coordinator

Steve Briggs – Department of City Planning

Smoothie King Drive thru approved for Oakley Station. Steve suggested we send OCC agenda to City Planning Department for assistance going forward when we oppose a development.

Follow up with City Planning about Heritage Apartment complex and their responsibilities for nearby landscape (Evan Nolan). Heritage was a planned development and Craig Rozen will look for emails that stated such. Gary Heflin from Courtesy Automotive offering to maintain landscape island in front of former Maribelle’s; Gary to bring landscape proposal to next meeting.

Oakley sign on Paxton was removed and never replaced.

COMMITTEES

Oakley Master Plan (OMP) Steering Committee

Each working group has put together their goals, actions and strategies.

6/26/18 - 6:30PM next working group meeting.

Business – Kenny McNutt

Nothing to report.

City Hall Liaison – Evan Nolan, Colleen Reynolds, Dan Krohn, Sean Fausto

Drafting SOPs; public hearings for City budget review start next week.

OCC to create list of items OCC supports for the upcoming budget review meetings. (Oakley Rec Center is a priority for OCC – Colleen to send around draft of what OCC will push at budget meetings)

Motion by Dave Schaff for Oakley Community Council to reaffirm our support to fund a new Oakley Recreation Center that serves Hyde Park, Mount Lookout and Oakley, furthermore, that the existing funding that has been earmarked be protected. Seconded by Evan Nolan. 9 approvals; motion passes; Colleen Reynolds abstained.

Motion by Dave Schaff for Oakley Community Council to support prioritizing funding for NSP, NBD and NBDIP. Seconded by Evan Nolan. 9 approvals; motion passes; Colleen Reynolds abstains.

Dave Schaff to draft letter.

Go Local (Crossroads)

Last month, Crossroads weeded/installed new flower beds and cleaned up multiple areas throughout our neighborhood. Special thanks to all volunteers!

Oakley Summer Series – Stacy Lehman

Finalizing sponsors; first event is June 29 on the esplanade. OCC will host a family carnival night with a musician and carnival games. Cincinnati Circus will also be there along with the option to purchase MadTree beer. Volunteers are still needed – Stacy Lehman to send board volunteer needs.

Cincinnati Neighborhood Games – Dan Krohn & Rob Wetterstroem

If you live, work or worship in Oakley, you can participate!

6/16 10-2pm @ Oakley Recreation Center for family-friendly qualifier. There are individual and team games. Registration is at 9:45am.

6/19 @ Madtree 7pm (Trivia & Stein-holding)

6/23 Cincinnati Chess Association hosting ‘Chess Tournament’

Oakley Community Council Electronic Newsletter – Dan Krohn

Dan Krohn proposes launching an electronic monthly newsletter as an additional membership benefit to OCC members. Included in the newsletter: upcoming event dates; dates for upcoming OCC meetings. Dan Krohn volunteers to help keep us on time and assist with writing newsletter. 8/1/18 is the planned launch date. Deadline for articles? (send to board 48 hours in advance before posting)

Dan Krohn motions to implement monthly newsletter for all OCC members starting 8/1/18; seconded by Cody Gausvik. Unanimous approval; motion passes.

Terry Nester – Candidate for Judge, Common Pleas Court

Approve 5/17/18 3^rd Thursday Meeting Minutes

Motion to approve 5/17/18 meeting minutes by Evan Nolan. Seconded by Colleen Reynolds. 6 approved; Kenny McNutt, Jon Bernier, Jason Wilcoxon and Dan Krohn abstained; minutes approved.

May 2018 Financial Report

Motion by Evan Nolan to approve May 2018 financials; seconded by Sean Fausto. Unanimous approval; May 2018 financials approved.

Motion by Evan Nolan to combine OCC and OAH funds. Seconded by Colleen Reynolds. Unanimous approval; motion passes.

Motion by Evan Nolan to budget $2600 from NBD funds for landscaping improvements in Oakley and authorizes Jason Wilcoxon and Jes Overly to negotiate landscape contract on behalf of the OCC. Seconded by Sean Fausto. Unanimous approval; motion passes.

Swim Team – Craig Rozen

Oakley pool open from 1-6pm. Swim team starts next week; Craig to send swim team applications to OCC so we can post on social media.

Gini Browsh – “Rails to Trails”

Ribbon cutting for the first section of the Wasson Way bike path – 7/28/18, 9:30-11:30.

New Business:

· No third Thursday meeting in June
· OCC Mini-Retreat June 24^th 5-9PM (location TBD)
· No OCC meetings in July

Evan Nolan motions to move to special meeting to discuss OCC Board of Trustee personnel issues.

Colleen Reynolds motions to close special meeting; seconded by Evan Nolan.

Colleen Reynolds motions to adjourn meeting; seconded by Evan Nolan. Meeting ends at 9:40PM

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5-17-18 Approved Third Thursday OCC Meeting Minutes

06/06/2018 7:54 AM | Cody Gausvik

Oakley Community Council 3^rd Thursday Meeting

Crossroads Church – Meeting Room E

5/17/18; 7PM

513.533.2039

Trustees Present: Sean Fausto, Stacy Lehman, Evan Nolan, Dan Krohn, Cody Gausvik, Dave Schaff, Jes Overley, Colleen Reynolds

Trustees Not Present: Jason Wilcoxon, Chris Mucha, Jon Bernier, Kenny McNutt

MEETING MINUTES

Approve 5-1-18 OCC Meeting Minutes:

Motion to approve 5-1-18 OCC Meeting Minutes by Evan Nolan, seconded by Stacey Lehman; 6 approved; Dave Schaff abstained. 5-1-18 OCC Meeting Minutes approved.

Welcomed Dan Krohn to the OCC Board

Jason Wilcoxon is officially the Treasurer of the Oakley Community Council Board of Trustees

NSP Manager Role – Mike Bonomo has confirmed he will take this on.

Oakley Gateway Project (Dave Schaff)

Approval pending final vote by City Council. Vote will likely be taken at a Budget & Finance Committee meeting.

Oakley Summer Series (Stacy Lehman) – final Fridays June 29, July 27, August 31

Jes & Stacy meeting with Allison Schroeder (Promoter) on 5/18 to help with sponsorship.

Permits being requested; volunteers being identified. Reach out to Stacy if you’d like to volunteer/help (set up sponsorship booths and/or tear down)

External Communications SOP

Cody Gausvik presented draft to OCC Trustees; will revise based on discussion.

Review status of SOP, create schedule for the remaining SOP’s

Board Mini-Retreat

Jes to send out possible June dates via Doodle.

Cincinnati Budget Hearings

Craig Rozen proposed OCC Trustees to create a position regarding the Oakley Recreation Center to send unified message during hearings. Craig Rozen to draft language and send to OCC. O

Craig Rozen – Request to post data/analytics on Oakleynow.com – something the community might want to review.

Motion to adjourn meeting at 9:00PM by Cody Gausvik; seconded by Evan Nolan. Meeting Ends at 9:00PM

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5-1-18 OCC Approved Meeting Minutes

05/18/2018 7:28 AM | Cody Gausvik

Oakley Community Council Meeting

Tuesday, May 1, 2018 – 7 PM

Oakley Recreation Center

www.Facebook.com/Oakley45209

Trustees Present: Jes Overley, Chris Mengel, Colleen Reynolds, Cody Gausvik, Stacy Lehman, Evan Nolan, Sean Fausto and Chris Mucha

Trustees Not Present: Jason Wilcoxon, Kenny McNutt, Dave Schaff, Jon Bernier

MEETING MINUTES

GENERAL:

· City Hotline – 591-6000

· Cincinnati District 2 Police Non-Emergency – 949-4400

· Fix it Cincy! Mobile App

Cincinnati Fire Department – Station 31 Lt. McDonough

Normal runs for March and April; beware of flash flooding this spring – do not drive through high water; “turn around, don’t drown.” If someone is struggling in water, call 911 immediately. Be sure to follow Engine 31 Facebook page. Call 513-357-7585 if you need a smoke detector or need help installing a car seat. If you have rusty clothes from washing machine, email help@mygcww.org or call hotline for cleaner.

Cincinnati Police Department Report – District 2: Shawn Tarvin CPD – Phone 979-4480

Caught three people breaking into cars during the month of April in Oakley. CVS robbed for pharmaceuticals; seeing increased theft at gas stations (purses left in vehicles); Kyle Plush investigation findings to be released 5/2/18.

COMMITTEES

Oakley Master Plan (OMP) Steering Committee

5/15/18; 6pm – Oakley Recreation Center – next public working group meeting; OMP will include requested map alterations. The 4 Working Groups are: Managing our Future Growth; Investing in our Businesses; Enhancing our Community; and Connecting our Neighborhood

Business – Kenny McNutt & Jon Bernier

Next business happy hour to occur sometime in May.

City Hall Liaison – Chris Mengel, Evan Nolan & Colleen Reynolds

3301 Madison Road (old 5/3 site on Madison)

Rescheduled hearing date: 5-17-18 at 9am for original proposal for apartments and first floor retail; Hearing location: 805 Central Avenue, suite 500, Cincinnati, OH 45202

City of Cincinnati 2019 Budget

6/12/18 6-8pm – you can voice your questions/concerns regarding City of Cincinnati budget for 2019 at Madisonville Recreation Center.

OCC Treasurer Role

Jason Wilcoxon has agreed to step into role; Chris Mucha assisting Jason with transition.

NBD – Dave Schaff

NSP – Jes continues to recruit for position

2018 Oakley “Summer Series” – Stacy Lehman

Final Fridays of June, July; August TBD. If you would like to get involved, contact Stacy Lehman.

Pomme (Allison) has previously handled our marketing, social media, media outlets, sponsorship for Oakley After Hours in the past. (seeking $2700 for 2018 season)

Chris Mucha motions to approve Pomme Communications contract for 2018 Summer Series; seconded by Colleen Reynolds. Unanimous approval; motion passes.

Cincinnati Neighborhood Games – Dan Krohn

If you live, work and worship in Oakley, you can participate!

6/16 10-2pm @ Oakley Recreation Center for family-friendly qualifier. Dan seeking sponsor for refreshments.

6/19 @ Madtree 7pm (Trivia & Stein-holding contest)

Chris Mengel Open Board Position – Candidates

2 candidates interested and spoke during the meeting; OCC to adjourn into executive session to appoint new board member.

3251 Vandercar Way – Todd Reyling and John Clancy (lot in front of future Planet Fitness)

Proposing drive thru Smoothie King and two retail spaces within one building. Planned Unit Development caps Oakley Station at 3 drive thru’s: Chick-fil-a; Mike’s Car Wash; Kroger Pharmacy are considered drive thru’s.

Chris Mucha motions to send letter to the City of Cincinnati stating Oakley Community Council wants any future development in Oakley Station to follow the Planned Development Agreement guidelines; seconded by Cody Gausvik. 6 approvals; motion passes; Chris Mengel & Colleen Reynolds abstained.

Approve 4/19/18 3^rd Thursday Meeting Minutes

Motion to approve 4/19/18 meeting minutes by Chris Mengel; seconded by Evan Nolan. 6 approved; Colleen Reynolds and Chris Mucha abstained. Minutes approved.

April 2018 Financial Report

Motion by Chris Mengel to approve April 2018 financials; seconded by Colleen Reynolds. Unanimous approval; April 2018 financials approved.

Ault Park Fireworks

Seeking $500 donation

Chris Mengel motions to provide $500 to Ault Park Advisory Council for 2018 Ault Park fireworks; seconded by Evan Nolan. Unanimous approval; motion passes.

New Business:

· Third Thursday Meeting on May 17^th at 7PM – Crossroads
· Next Tuesday OCC Meeting is on Tuesday, June 5th 7PM

Speaker Cards

Brigid Kelly – State Representative encouraging people to vote; discussed current issues on the ballot. Ohhouse.gov – learn more about current issues.

Joe Groh – Metro meeting on 5/10/18 from 4-5:30 @ Oakley Recreation Center.

Chris Mengel motions to adjourn meeting; seconded by Cody Gausvik. Meetings ends at 9:00pm.

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4-19-18 OCC Approved 3rd Thursday Meeting Minutes

05/02/2018 10:20 AM | Cody Gausvik

Oakley Community Council 3^rd Thursday Meeting

Crossroads Church – Meeting Room E

4/19/18; 7PM

513.533.2039

Trustees Present: Sean Fausto, Stacy Lehman, Evan Nolan, Chris Mengel, Cody Gausvik, Dave Schaff, Kenny McNutt & Jes Overley

Trustees Not Present: Jason Wilcoxon, Colleen Reynolds, Chris Mucha, Jon Bernier

MEETING MINUTES

Approve 4-3-18 OCC Meeting Minutes:

Motion to approve 4-3-18 OCC Meeting Minutes by Chris Mengel, seconded by Kenny McNutt. Unanimous approval; 4-3-18 OCC Meeting Minutes approved.

Internal Communications SOP

Cody Gausvik reviewed with OCC Trustees and will revise SOP based on feedback.

Oakley Summer Series

Stacy Lehman presented her 2018 proposal (volunteer needs, event ideas and estimated budget)

Decision on Pomme Public Relations Engagement Agreement with Allison Schroeder vote postponed until next OCC meeting.

Motion by Evan Nolan to approve the Oakley Summer Series proposal, which includes a carnival, music on the square, movie on the square, Oakley Neighborhood games and Oakley Family New Year’s Eve – five events total. Seconded by Jes Overley. Unanimous approval; motion passes.

Open OCC Trustee Position

Dan Krohn and Seth Shaifer were given the opportunity to address the OCC Trustees about their interest regarding the open OCC Trustee position. Anyone interested in filling the vacant spot needs to send their bios to board@oakleynow.com before 5/1/18.

OCC Trustees will adjourn to executive session following the 5/1/18 meeting to discuss and appoint someone to fill the OCC Trustee position. If there is a current OCC Trustee who cannot attend 5/1/18 meeting, contact Jes about voting via absentee ballot.

Motion to adjourn meeting at 9:00PM by Chris Mengel and seconded by Cody Gausvik. Meeting Ends at 9:00PM.

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4-3-18 OCC Approved Meeting Minutes

04/20/2018 7:13 AM | Cody Gausvik

Oakley Community Council Meeting

Tuesday, April 3, 2018 – 7 PM

Oakley Recreation Center

www.Facebook.com/Oakley45209

Trustees Present: Jason Wilcoxon, Jes Overley, Chris Mengel, Colleen Reynolds, Kenny McNutt, Cody Gausvik, Stacy Lehman, Dave Schaff, Evan Nolan, Sean Fausto, Jon Bernier and Chris Mucha

Trustees Not Present: N/A

MEETING MINUTES

GENERAL:

· City Hotline – 591-6000

· Cincinnati District 2 Police Non-Emergency – 949-4400

· Fix it Cincy! Mobile App

Cincinnati Fire Department – Station 31 Lt. McDonough

Not present.

Cincinnati Police Department Report – District 2: Shawn Tarvin CPD – Phone 979-4480

2700-3300 block of Madison road is the key vehicle theft area where doors are being unlocked with valuables inside.

Cincinnati Recreation Center

CRC and Cincinnati Public School to add more sports camp opportunities - grades 3-6. Volleyball, basketball, soccer, baseball, etc. <$50 per child.

Motion by Colleen Reynolds to allocate $150.00 to CRC swim team for swim caps for 2018; seconded by Chris Mengel. Unanimous approval; motion passes.

COMMITTEES

Oakley Master Plan (OMP) Steering Committee

Next public “Working Group” meeting: 4/17/18; 5/15/18 and 6/26/18 at 6pm – Oakley Recreation Center

The 4 Working Groups are: Managing our Future Growth; Investing in our Businesses; Enhancing our Community; and Connecting our Neighborhood

Business – Kenny McNutt & Jon Bernier

Will likely push business happy hour to May date.

City Hall Liaison – Chris Mengel, Evan Nolan & Colleen Reynolds

Variance hearing for 3133 Madison Road (former 5/3 site)

4/18 – hearing for town homes proposal.

5/17 – appeal hearing for apartment building proposal.

5^th Floor Conference Room of II Centennial Plaza at 805 Central Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45202.

4/11 – hearing for drive-thru Starbucks near Oakley Station (Ibsen & Ridge)

3pm, 5^th Floor Conference Room of II Centennial Plaza at 805 Central Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Colleen Reynolds to post updated budget hearing dates to oakleynow.com

Pedestrian safety issue suggestion by office next to Oakley Wines – stop signs at intersection of Allston, Minot and 34^th

2018 Oakley “Summer Series” – Stacy Lehman

Final Fridays of June, July; August TBD. If you would like to get involved, contact Stacy Lehman.

GO Local! – Oakley Projects – Stacy Lehman & Jes Overley

Crossroads in Oakley partnering with local businesses and non-profits for local projects.

For Oakley, beautification initiative – paint Ridge pedestrian underpass.

May 12^th, 9-1pm; sign up for various project via crossroads.com/golocal

Chris Mengel

Will step down as OCC Trustee in May to pursue Masters at Villanova.

OCC will take names and bios for those interested in serving the rest of his term (until December election)

Reach out to Board@oakleynow.com if interested. Send bio to OCC Board before 5/1/18.

Library Levy – May 8^th – Special Election – Chris Oaks (Branch Manager at Oakley Library)

60% increase in attendance in the past two decades; Library state budget cut 26% since 2000.

Levy would cost >$3/month per $100,000 of property – would make libraries handicap accessible and includes other various updates.

Pedestrian Safety Improvements – OMP Safety & Traffic Working Group

In order of priority needing crosswalk improvements: crosswalk over Madison near Maribelle’s and tea house; crossing Madison near Flags USA and NBD parking lot; and crossing Wasson at Michigan, connecting Hyde Park and Oakley.

Suggestion to write to your elected officials and tell them how important pedestrian safety is to you.

Jason Wilcoxon motions to approve lists proposed by the Oakley Master Plan Steering Committee for crosswalk improvements; Colleen Reynolds seconded. Unanimous approval; motion passes.

Transportation Initiatives – Todd Portune (Hamilton County Commissioner)

Supports “regional funding mechanism” for public transportation. Supports a 3 state/8 counties initiative that would be regionally funded. We need one transportation authority, not several small transit authorities. FC Cincinnati must decide on stadium location by 5/31, otherwise, Hamilton County Commissioners will not allocate money towards 1,000 car parking garage.

OCC Treasurer Role – Chris Mucha

Neighborhood Business Development (NBD) Manager Role – Dave Schaff to handle.

NSP Manager Role – Mike Bonomo may be interested.

FC Cincinnati CBA Discussion and Speaker Cards

FC Cincinnati Stadium Sub-Committee will be created and will work towards gathering input and finalizing Oakley CBA. Evan Nolan created a draft for a legally binding community benefits agreement between “FCC”, “FCC Stadium Developer”, “the City of Cincinnati”, “Hamilton County”, “Greater Cincinnati Redevelopment Authority” and “the Oakley Community Council”. Oakley traffic study draft from Bayer Becker was provided to OCC. 4/12/18 – Oakley town hall at MadTree at 7pm to discuss and address questions surrounding traffic study draft.

Approve 3/15/18 3^rd Thursday Meeting Minutes

Motion to approve 3/15/18 meeting minutes by Evan Nolan; seconded by Chris Mengel. 10 approved; Jason Wilcoxon and Stacy Lehman abstained. Minutes approved.

February & March 2018 Financial Reports

Motion by Sean Fausto to approve of the February and March 2018 financials; seconded by Evan Nolan. Unanimous approval; February and March 2018 financials approved.

New Business:

· Third Thursday Meeting on April 19 at 7PM – Crossroads
· Next Tuesday OCC Meeting is on Tuesday, May 1^st 7PM

Speaker Cards

Pierre Bergeron http://votepierre.com/ - Running for Court of Appeals

Candace Crouse https://candaceforjudge.com/ - Running for Hamilton County Judge

Craig Rozen – “Ohio Organizing Collaborative” statewide ballot initiative to provide treatment resources rather than sending victims to jail.

Katie Fiorelli – provided reasons for opposition to stadium.

Jes Overley calls executive session at 9:40PM; OCC Board of Trustees relocated to Madtree meeting room.

Executive session ends at 11:30PM.

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3-15-18 OCC Approved 3rd Thursday Meeting Minutes

04/09/2018 10:13 AM | Cody Gausvik

Oakley Community Council 3^rd Thursday Meeting

Crossroads Church – Meeting Room D

3/15/18; 7PM