Legislation

To authorize the Finance and Management Director to enter into five (5) contracts for the option to purchase Auto Body Repair Services with Dick Masheter Ford Inc., Skinner Diesel Services, Inc., A-tec Auto Body LLC, FYDA Freightliner Columbus Inc., and Valley Ford, Inc.; to authorize the expenditure of $5.00; and to declare an emergency. ($5.00).

To authorize the Director of Recreation and Parks to appropriate the amount of $159,745,493.00 within the Recreation and Parks Grant Fund for the Recreation and Parks Department to provide home care and assisted living services to older adults in connection with the Pre-Admission Screening System Providing Options and Resources Today (PASSPORT) Medicaid Waiver Program in Central Ohio; and to declare an emergency. ($159,745,493.00)

To authorize and direct the Director of the Recreation and Parks Department to make payments to Hanna Commercial, LLC for the fourth year of a four-year building maintenance service contract for the Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging; to authorize the expenditure of up to $450,000.00 from the Recreation and Parks Grant Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($450,000.00)

To Recognize and Honor the Rickenbacker Woods Foundation and Celebrate the 2024 Memorial Day Event in Recognition of Homeless Veterans

To amend the 2023 Capital Improvement Budget; to authorize the transfer of funds within the Streets and Highways Bond Fund; to authorize the Director of Public to enter into a contract modification with ms consultants, inc. in connection with the Roadway - Stormwater Design General Engineering project; to authorize the expenditure of up to $115,000.00 from the Streets and Highways Bond Fund for the project; and to declare an emergency. ($115,000.00)

To authorize an appropriation in the amount of $500,000.00 to the Recreation and Parks Grant Fund for the Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging in connection with the Alzheimer's Respite and Senior Volunteer programs; and to declare an emergency. ($500,000.00)

To authorize and direct the Director of Recreation and Parks to enter into a not-for-profit contract with LifeCare Alliance for the Senior Farmer's Market Nutrition Program; to authorize the expenditure of up to $24,953.00 from the Recreation and Parks Grant Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($24,953.00)

Notice/Advertisement Title: Mideast Area Commission 5/21 Meeting Cancelled Contact Name: Lynne LaCour Contact Email Address: ldlacour@columbus.gov

To authorize the Director of Public Utilities to pay the Water Pollution Control Loan Fund Loan Fee to the Ohio Water Development Authority for the Blueprint Linden - GI - Hudson/McGuffey Project loan; to authorize the expenditure of $59,330.00 from the Sewerage System Operating Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($59,330.00)

To authorize assessments for weed and solid waste removal on properties in violation of weed and solid waste regulations as set forth in the Columbus City Code; and to declare an emergency.

To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Utilities to enter into a contract with Duke’s Root Control, Inc. for sewer root control services for the Division of Sewerage and Drainage in 2024; to waive the competitive bidding provisions of City Code; and to authorize the expenditure of $90,000.00 from the Sewer Operating Sanitary Fund. ($90,000.00)

To authorize and direct the Board of Health to enter into a service contract with Phreesia, Inc., for custom API services; to waive the competitive bidding requirements of the Columbus City Code; and to authorize the expenditure of $59,040.00 from the Health Department Grants Fund for said contract ($59,040.00)

To authorize the Director of Public Utilities to apply for a U.S. Department of Energy (USDOE) Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG); to authorize the acceptance and execution of the grant with the U.S. Department of Energy; to authorize a sub recipient agreement with the Human Service Chamber of Franklin County to administer said grant on behalf of the Department of Public Utilities for a commercial energy audit and technical assistance program for nonprofit organizations; to authorize the expenditure of any awarded funds and the refund of any unused funds; and to declare an emergency. ($0.00). (Amended by ord. 0593-2026 passed on 3/23/2026 -LG)

To authorize the Director of Recreation and Parks to accept, and appropriate a grant from the Ohio Department of Aging in the amount of $24,953.00 to the Recreation and Parks Grant Fund for the Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging in connection with the Senior Farmer's Market Nutrition Program; and to declare an emergency. ($24,953.00)

To authorize and direct the Director of the Department of Recreation and Parks to enter into contracts with the agencies listed on the attachment hereto for the provision of Pre-Admission Screening System Providing Options and Resources Today (PASSPORT) home care and assisted living services for older adults in Central Ohio; to authorize the expenditure of $130,000,000.00 from the Recreation and Parks Grant Fund; to waive the competitive bidding provisions of the Columbus City Codes; and to declare an emergency. ($130,000,000.00)

THE FOLLOWING COMMUNICATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE AS OF WEDNESDAY MAY 15, 2024 Transfer Type: C1 C2 To: DCA Market LLC 1425 Demorest Rd Columbus, OH 43228 From: Demorest Market Inc 1425 Demorest Rd Columbus, OH 43228 Permit #: 2003251 Trex Type: D5 D6 To: Players Café OH LLC 17 W 5th Ave Columbus, OH 43201 From: Symposium Cincinnati LLC DBA Symposium & Patio 2835 Woodburn Ave Cincinnati OH 45206 Permit #: 6961262 Transfer Type: D1 D2 D3 D3A D6 To: GV Operating LLC DBA Cento & Prtl 2nd Fl & Patio 595 S Third St Columbus, OH 43215 From: Cameron Mitchell Restaurants LLC DBA Cento & Prtl 2nd Fl & Patio 595 S Third St Columbus, OH 43215 Permit #: 3453195 New Type: D2 To: VBC Entertainment LLC 126 E Moler St Columbus, OH 43207 Permit #: 91792980005 New Type: D1 To: Zundo Columbus LLC 2490 N High St Columbus, OH 43202 Permit #: 9948730 Transfer Type: D1 D2 To: Icon Jazz Lounge LLC DBA Icon Jazz Lounge 1135 N High St 1st FL Unit Columbus, OH 43201 From: Premier Broadcasting Company Inc DBA Masseys Pizza 2970 Sullivant Ave Columbus, OH 43204 Permit #: 4102813 New Type: D1 To: Vibranium Hemp LLC 1509 E Main Street Columbus, OH 43205 Permit #: 9264100 New Type: D5 To: Tainted Monkey LLC DBA Oddfellows 1038 N High St Columbus, OH 43201 Permit #: 87806750010 Transfer Type: D5 D6 To: Laugh Out Loud Lounge & Grill LLC & Patio 1435-39 S Hamilton Rd Columbus, OH 43227 From: Bon Aire Inc & Patio 1435-39 S Hamilton Rd Columbus, OH 43227 Permit #: 50511560005 Stock Type: D1 D2 D3 D3A To: 155 North Fifth Street Inc & Patio 6223-25 Sunderland Dr Columbus, OH 43229 Permit #: 65486270001 New Type: C1 C2 To: Santiago Supermarket II LLC 1105 S Hamilton Rd Columbus, OH 43227 Permit #: 7734399 Transfer Type: C1 C2 To: Bharat 2 OH Inc 980 Demorest Rd Columbus, OH 43204 From: Certified Oil Corp DBA Certified Oil 434 980 Demorest Rd Columbus, OH 43204 Permit #: 0683980 Transfer Type: D1 D2 D3 D3A To: Renees Bar N Grill LLC 1521 Frebis Ave Columbus, OH 43206 From: Renees Bar And Grill LLC & Patio 1521 Frebis Ave Columbus, OH 43206 Permit #: 7306397 Transfer Type: D3 D3A D6 To: Mkrdy Columbus II LLC 14 E Gay St Columbus, OH 43215 From: OCharleys LLC DBA OCharleys 1830 N Bechtle Ave Springfield, OH 45504 Permit #: 60711320005 Trex Type: D1 D2 To: Mkrdy Columbus II LLC 14 E Gay St Columbus, OH 43215 From: OCharleys LLC DBA OCharleys 1830 N Bechtle Ave Springfield, OH 45504 Permit #: 60711320005 Advertise Date: 5/25/2024 Agenda Date: 5/20/2024 Return Date: 5/30/2024

Re: Additional funding in the 2024 budget for street paving During the PSE&G presentation, the Governing Body had a discussing regarding the City’s infrastructure, in particular, the deteriorating condition of the city streets and the need for immediate repair. In this regard, Council Michael J. Silva requested that the Administration strongly consider providing additional funding in the 2024 budget for street paving.

Re-Appointment by Mayor Ras J. Baraka to the Newark Public Library Board of Trustees Jason E. Ballard is being re-appointed who’s term will expire on December 31, 2028.

Re: PSE&G Outage Reporting The Governing Body heard a presentation from PSE&G representatives, Gary Williams and Sara Pena. Council Member Ramos stated oftentimes residents call council offices seeking their assistance to resolve lighting and billing issues. In this regard, Councilman Ramos requested the Administration provide clarity on the proper protocol and/or preferred practice to reporting street lamp outages.

Re: Budget increase for upgrading of street lighting The Governing Body heard a presentation from PSE&G representatives, Gary Williams and Sara Pena. Mr. Williams explained that they would need additional funding for upgrading the luminosity of street lighting. Council President McIver requested the Administration strongly consider adding additional funding for an upgrade to the lighting grid. Council President McIver suggested the Administration seek additional concessions from developers seeking tax abatements to pay for upgrades.

Dept/ Agency: Administration/Division of Central Purchasing Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Use of State Contract(s) #T0103 Park and Playground Equipment Master Blanket 16-Fleet-00130 Purpose: To build a new playground at Nat Turner Park. Entity Name(s)/Address(s): General Recreation, Inc., 25 Reese Avenue Newtown Square, Pennsylvania 19073 Contract Amount: Not to exceed $242,115.00 Funding Source: 2024 Budget/Department of Recreation, Cultural Affairs and Senior Services/Open Space Trust Account/NW026-32720-B2024 Contract Period: Upon approval of the Municipal Council through May 30, 2024, inclusive of any extensions by the State Contract Basis: ( ) Bid (X) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale ( ) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information: This State Contract #T0103 will provide for the purchase of a new playground located at Nat Turner Park, at 251-289 18th Avenue, which will consist of new playground equipment and rubber safety surfacing to create a safe and aesthetically pleasing playground for children ages 2-12 for the City’s Department of Recreation, Cultural Affairs and Senior Services.

Dept/ Agency: Economic and Housing Development Action: (X) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Application/Acceptance of Grant Funds Purpose: To acquire properties for the Newark Riverfront Park Acquisition Project to be included in the Newark Riverfront Park Expansion Project. Entity Name: New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, Green Acres Program Entity Address: 401 East State Street, Trenton, New Jersey 08625-0420 Grant Amount: $1,000,000.00 Funding Source: New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, Green Acres Program/2016 Budget/NW045-16G-16C00-A-94710-B2016 Total Project Cost: $1,333,333.00 City Contribution: $333,333.00 Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale (X) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a List of Property: (if applicable) (Address/Block/Lot/Ward) Jersey Street/Block 171/Lot 1/East Ward 2-4 Jersey Street/Block 171/Lot 6/East Ward 6-10 Jersey Street/Block 171/Lot 8/East Ward 12-18 Jersey Street/Block 171/Lot 11/East Ward 34-48 Jersey Street/Block 171/Lot 41/East Ward 20-32 Jersey Street/Block 171/Lot 42/East Ward 15-17 Jersey Street/Block 172/Lot 1/East Ward 23-67 Jersey Street/Block 172/Lot 3/East Ward 3-9 Jersey Street/Block 172/Lot 31/East Ward 11-13 Jersey Street/Block 172/Lot 33/East Ward 19-21 Jersey Street/Block 172/Lot 35/East Ward Additional Information: The Newark Riverfront Park Expansion Project.

To appropriate and authorize the expenditure of service payments in lieu of taxes from the Hayden Run North TIF Fund; and to authorize the Director of the Department of Development, on behalf of the City, to enter into a Tax Increment Financing Agreement with Hilliard 853, LLC to reimburse the developer for soft and hard costs related to certain public infrastructure improvements required for its project located near Hayden Run Road and Leppert Road.

To authorize the City Treasurer to enter into contract with OST, Inc., the current State of Ohio's IT Staff Augmentation Contract provider, as may be necessary to support the City Treasurer’s banking implementations and citywide merchant activities; to waive the competitive bidding provisions to enter into such contracts; to transfer funds within the City Treasurer’s 2024 budget to provide funding for the contract; to authorize the expenditure of $150,000.00 from the general fund; and to declare an emergency ($150,000.00).