8/25 Comm of Whole

I attended the Committee of the Whole on 8/25 and here's what I saw.

Cyclocross event. I support the idea IF we have a bullet proof plan to restore the turf/landscaping. I think it's >$10,000 in repairs. I think traffic is manageable. I think the other concerns are manageable too. However the we must not underestimate the damage high pressure tires (narrow) on a multi lap course will cause. That being said, I don't think it will have support of Council to move forward.

UPDATE since the meeting. Lots of concerns are surfacing about the damage to the Village caused by the race. I think these concerns are legitimate.

Darlene early retirement. I like creative ideas, and I think all should be brought forward. I have concerns about the legality of propping up a salaray before retirement. I have concerns about transferring our responsibility to a state fund. This moves the problem but doesn't solve it. I do think, however, that we need to get more comfortable with concepts like Double Dipping, if they truly (fully researched) save the Village money. Thx Darlene for bringing this up.

UPDATE since the meeting. The lump sum income boost can't be used for retirement calculation so Darlene has withdrawn her idea.


Cortney

Council 8/22

I attended Council on 8/22 and here's what I saw:

Honoring the officers from Fairfax and Mariemont for their bravery and service during the awful shooting early this year. A great reminder of the sacrifice of our first responders. Thank you for all you do.

IT Plan. While it's expensive, it will save us both money and lower risk for our Village. I fully support the "WHAT" as well as the "HOW". Tim Rettig's company InTrust will manage and I am a big fan of theirs. I know Tim personally, so I abstained on the vote. Thanks Jeff for all the time you spent on this thorough plan.

I voted in the affirmative on all except for the abstain above. All votes were procedural in nature.

Cortney

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I Support Jeff Andrews for Mayor

In my role as Councilman, I see both the promise of Mariemont (unfortunately unfulfilled) and Jeff's strong leadership. It's been a very illuminating couple years on both fronts. I firmly believe Jeff's the Leader we need right now. I love his energy, ideas, and vision for our Village.

I fully support Jeff's candidacy for Mariemont Mayor. Good luck Jeff!

Cortney