Council names three appointees and hears citizen suggestions on event signage and local business outreach

Following a brief executive session, Fairborn City Council reconvened on June 6 and confirmed three appointments by voice vote: Dr. Mary Wenning to the Planning Board (unexpired term to Dec. 31, 2016), Clint Allen to the Board of Zoning Appeals (unexpired term to Dec. 31, 2017) and Cora Johnson to the Mayors Beautification Committee (unexpired term to Dec. 31, 2017).

During Citizens Comments JoAnn Collins (173 Erie) said the signs used for the Corvette show "looked like construction signs" and caused confusion about whether businesses were open; she suggested using directional event signs, creating a city recognition plaque for local businesses and holding a "Taste of the Town" event. City Manager Debbie McDonnell reviewed June milestones and council members used the remarks to promote downtown events, a July 3 block party and the Sweet Corn Festival in August. Council also reminded residents to check on neighbors as temperatures rise.

Council adjourned after a second executive session later in the evening. The next council meeting was set for June 20, 2016.