07-13-15 Common Council Meeting Minutes

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REGULAR MEETING JULY 13, 2015 Councilmember Oliver Davis presented Resolution 15 -54 to the full Council. Councilmember Davis stated it is has been an honor to have him. Beth Futa made remarks: Thank you for honoring my boss who has given so much to this community and so much to us. Thank you. Councilmember Henry Davis, Jr. —Thank you Mr. Napoli for your years of service. I had an opportunity to work with you my first term on the LaSalle Library Branch. Thank you for that. Since then I've grown to appreciate you more. Thank you for your time with the community and the selflessness that it takes. I wish you well in your retirement. Councilmember Schey —Thank you for promoting literacy in our community; it is a central part of our community and well - being. We have a fabulous library system thanks to you. Councilmember Dr. Ferlic — Thank you so much, the library is described as the jewel of our community. It is the Disney Land of knowledge. Thank you so much for providing that for us. Councilmember Dr. Varner — Donald, when you've been around as long as I have you remember some things. One of the things I remember is when you left and went to Cleveland and I thought, what a shame. But next thing I knew you were back and you've been here ever since. I think that is an enormous benefit to this city and I appreciate all that you've done. I wish you well in your retirement. Council President Scott — Donald I'm not sure why you went to Cleveland, but smart move moving back. It has been a pleasure and thank you for all your service. Councilmember Dieter —Thank you very much. Sometimes I don't think people give you all the credit for what you've done for the community over the span of your work from the amount of time and effort, upgrading the libraries around town... It is a great loss for the community I'm sure the new director will jump in your shoes. Tim Scott was too embarrassed, as he does have $5.10 in fines. I wish you all the luck in the world. Councilmember Mr. Ferlic —Thank you Don you have really built a world class library system. Thank you. Councilmember White — Everything that I would like to say other Councilmembers have already stated. I too would like to thank you for your commitment to this community and county for the fine work that you've done for an outstanding library system that we all enjoy. I appreciate your ability to sit and to listen to the tough conversations. You didn't back away from the table, you were there. I deeply appreciate that. Have a wonderful retirement. Councilmember Oliver — Again, it has indeed been an honor to honor you tonight; where you can go around town and see the work that you've done with your staff. In the 6' District our library was improved several years ago and it has been a tremendous blessing for our neighborhood. We would like to thank you. Donald Napoli made remarks: I want to thank the Council for all their support they've given the library throughout the years. I had a lot of help with my administrative staff, I'm sure they will do well. They are well trained and dedicated to this library system. I would also like to thank my wife and my three girls for all the long nights. Mrs. Napoli, wife of Donald Napoli commented: I thank this community for your hospitality and your support of libraries. I would also like to thank the staff as they are all dedicated people. He worked many hours in the beginning, especially when technology was starting. He would spend hours in the basement learning, as he knew what it would do for the community. It has been a joy to be with him and go along the ride. Thank you all. This being the time heretofore set for the Public Hearing on the above bill, proponents and opponents were given an opportunity to be heard.