Wheeling, West Virginia
October 7, 2014

		Council of the City of Wheeling met in Council Chambers, City-County Building on the above date with Mayor Andy McKenzie presiding.

		Vice-Mayor Gene Fahey requested a moment of silence in memory of Councilor Gloria Delbrugge’s sister-in-law and a frequent attendee at City Council meetings, Sharon O’Leary, who both passed away last week.  

		The invocation was offered by Second Ward Councilor Ken Imer.

		On roll call, the following were present:

McKenzie, Delbrugge, Imer, Henry, Miller, Atkinson and Fahey				    - 7

		Mr. Fahey moved, seconded by Mr. Henry, that the minutes of the September 16, 2014 meeting be approved as received.  Motion carried.

MAYOR’S REPORT

		Mayor Andy McKenzie asked for Council’s concurrence in the reappointment of Michael Hooper to the Wheeling Housing Authority Board.  Mr. Fahey moved, seconded by Mr. Henry, Council’s concurrence in the reappointments.  Motion carried.  Mayor McKenzie presented a proclamation to Robert Kinnick, Rehabilitation Services, proclaiming October, 2014 as Disability Employment Awareness Month in the City of Wheeling.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

C. T. CONSULTANT - LONG TERM CONTROL PLANT EXPENDITURES (WPCD)

		The following was then read:

AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXPEND FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $443,500.00, WITH C.T. CONSULTANTS, OF MENTOR, OH, FOR LONG TERM CONTROL PLANT EXPENSES, TO BE  CHARGED TO WATER POLLUTION CONTROL DIV.- 401.4001.03.0736.01 ($123,000.00) AND 401.4001.01.0731.01 ($320,500.00).

		The ordinance was read a second time by title.   Mr. Henry moved, seconded by Mrs. Delbrugge, that the ordinance be adopted.

		The vote on the motion resulted as follows:

AYES: McKenzie, Delbrugge, Imer, Henry, Miller, Atkinson, Fahey			   - 7

NOES:  											   - 0

		A majority of all those elected to Council having voted in favor, the Mayor thereupon declared the ordinance adopted.

		Mr. Fahey moved, seconded by Mr. Henry, that the Wheeling-Ohio County Board of Health Minutes, 7/15/14; CDBG Demolition Status Report, 9/8/14; CDBG Program Status Report, 8/31/14; HOME Program Status Report, 8/31/14; and Financial Statement, 8/31/14; which were  held over, be approved as received..  Motion carried.

REMARKS FROM MEMBERS OF COUNCIL

		Mr. Fahey commented on the Finance Committee meeting that was held prior to today’s Council meeting.  He thanked City Manager Herron for the work that he put into the presentation and informed the public that further discussion will take place at the next Finance Committee meeting which is scheduled for October 21, 2014 at 4:00 p.m.

REPORT OF CITY MANAGER

		City Manager Robert Herron commented that there is some additional work being done on the grounds at the J. B. Chambers Recreational Complex in East Wheeling.  The lights will also be readjusted.  He commented that the usage of the field has been great.  

		Mr. Herron commented that, contrary to what the newspaper headlines in last week’s  paper read, the WesBanco Arena did end up in the black for the fiscal year that just ended.   In response to a question from Mr. Fahey in regard to other civic centers throughout the state, Mr. Herron said that the City of  Charleston has a shortfall of several million dollars.  He also noted, that in comparison, the City of Wheeling contributes far less to their civic centers than other municipalities throughout the state.  Mr. Herron attributed this to the large amount of bed tax that is generated and used for that purpose.  He  discussed improvements that will be taking place at the WesBanco Arena.  He showed slides of the proposed new facade and entryway.

REPORT OF OTHER OFFICERS

		Mr. Fahey moved, seconded by Mr. Henry, that the Human Rights Commission Minutes, 8/19/14; Traffic Commission Minutes, 9/11/14; Wheeling Municipal Parking System Financial Statement, 8/31/14; Robert C. Byrd Intermodal Transportation Center Financial Statement, 8/31/14; Board of Zoning Appeals Minutes, 8/21/14; Greater Wheeling Sports & Entertainment Authority Minutes, 8/26/14; Greater Wheeling Sports & Entertainment Authority Income Statement, 8/31/14 and Fire Department Annual Report - FY 2013-2014; be held over until the next meeting.  Motion carried.

ORIGINAL PROPOSITIONS

WHEELING AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE - 2014 CITY OF LIGHTS FESTIVAL 

		The following was then read:

AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXPEND FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $17,500.00 WITH THE WHEELING AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE  FOR SUPPORT OF THE 2014 CITY OF LIGHTS FESTIVAL TO BE CHARGED TO  COAL SEVERANCE 002.4412.50.2262.

ADOPTING TRAFFIC RULE NO. 4493 - HANDICAPPED PARKING - VALLEY VIEW AVE.

		The following was then read:

AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WHEELING ADOPTING TRAFFIC RULE NO 4493.

ADOPTING TRAFFIC RULE NO. 4494 - NO PARKING - EAST & WEST SIDES OF HOWELL AVENUE

		The following was then read:

AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WHEELING ADOPTING TRAFFIC RULE 4494.
								
ADOPTING TRAFFIC RULE NO. 4495 - COMMERCIAL LOADING ZONE - WEST SIDE OF MARKET STREET

		The following was then read:

AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WHEELING ADOPTING TRAFFIC RULE 4495.

ADOPTING TRAFFIC RULE NO. 4496 - NO PARKING - EAST SIDE  OF BAE MAR PLACE

		The following was then read:

AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WHEELING ADOPTING TRAFFIC RULE 4496.

ADOPTING TRAFFIC RULE NO. 4497 - 45º ANGLED PARKING - NORTH SIDE OF 16TH STREET

		The following was then read:

AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WHEELING ADOPTING TRAFFIC RULE 4497.

ADOPTING TRAFFIC RULE NO. 4498 - NO PARKING - SOUTH SIDE OF 16TH STREET

		The following was then read:

AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WHEELING ADOPTING TRAFFIC RULE 4498.

RESOLUTION - APPROVING INVOICES - COMBINED WATERWORKS & SEWERAGE SYSTEM REVENUE BONDS - SERIES 2013

		The following was then read:

A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WHEELING APPROVING INVOICES RELATING TO THE CONSTRUCTION AND OTHER SERVICES FOR THE WATER TREATMENT PLANT PROJECT AND AUTHORIZING PAYMENT THEREOF.

		Mr. Henry moved, seconded by Mrs. Delbrugge, that the Resolution be adopted.  Motion carried.

THOSE WISHING TO BE HEARD

		Jazmine Domonski, of Helping Heroes, talked about her organization and how they help veterans.  A special event is being held at the Strand Theatre in Moundsville on November 11, 2014.

		There being no further business, Mr. Atkinson moved, seconded by Mr. Henry, to adjourn.  Motion carried.  Time: 12:20 p.m.

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