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F . � ' PERSONNEL AND FINANCE FEBRUARY 14, 2011
Committee Members Present: Tom LaFountain; Oliver Davis; Karen White; David
Varner
Other Council Members Presenfi Derek Dieter; Henry Davis; Ann Puzzello; Tim Rouse; AI
Kirsits
Others Present: Don Inks; Gary Gilot; Jonathan Burke; Gregg Zientara;
Chuck Leone; Mayor Stephen Luecke
Agenda: Bill No. 11-12 Scrap Metal Licenses
John Voorde, City Clerk explained to the Personnel & Finance Committee that though Greentech
was slightly late with their application, the company had passed muster with all relevant city
departments. After his convincing presentation, Councilmember Oliver Davis moved the bill go
favorably to Council. Councilmember Varner followed with a second. There was unanimous
approval.
Under miscellaneous, the City's Director of Public Works, Gary Gilot introduced Jonathan Burke,
recently hired as the City's Energy Manager. His goal is to save the city at least enough in
energy costs to more than cover his salary. Councilmember Rouse asked how he was now being
paid. Gary responded explaining a federal grant for energy savings would pay the first two years
costs. The federal grant was received from the"green commission." Councilmember Varner
asked about the nature of the commission. Gary explained it originated from the U.S. Conference
of Mayors.
Councilmember Henry Davis asked if there had been any progress installing the flashing school
zone, lights on Main and Michigan for Xavier School. Gary Gilot said the lights had been ordered
and would be installed promptly.
There being no further business to come before the committee at this time, Chairperson
LaFountain adjourned the meeting at 4:01 p.m.
Res y d
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ountain, Chairperson
Personnel and Finance Committee