Perry Township Government, Lake County, Ohio

Perry Township Board of Trustees

Minutes of Meetings - August, 2005

REGULAR MEETING - - AUG. 2, 2005

The Perry Township Board of Trustees held a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, August 2, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. Present were Chairman Haskell, Vice Chairman Amos, Trustee Haas, Clerk Page, Administrator Siegel and those whose names appear on the attached attendance sheet.

The News Herald was advised of this meeting according to law.

Chairman Haskell called the meeting to order, led the Pledge of Allegiance and advised that minutes of the previous meeting had been read. Vice Chrm. Amos moved and Trustee Haas seconded to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting held Tuesday, July 19, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

Chrm. Haskell inquired of those in attendance whether there were any items they wanted to place before the Trustees. There being none, Chairman Haskell recognized Clerk Page who reminded the Board of the bid opening for Spring Lake on Monday, August 8th at 10:00 a.m.

Chrm. Haskell reviewed a quote from The Cutting Edge for replacement signs at the Cemeteries. Total cost for 24 signs, including a $60.00 set up fee, is $1041.18. Chrm. Haskell moved and Vice Chrm. Amos seconded to purchase the signs. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

CAD Summary for June, 2005 received from the Lake County Sheriff's Department. Of note was a theft at an unnamed business on Blackmore Road.

In response to a request for a 35 mph speed limit, a speed study was performed by the Lake County Engineer's Office for Lane Road Extension and the warranted speed was determined to be 50 mph. It was also noted in the study that once the Industrial Park has more businesses, a 35 mph limit would be recommended.

Chrm. Haskell moved and Trustee Haas seconded to hire Aero-Mark to replace the striping on Shepard Road, at a cost of $2846.16. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

Vice Chrm. Amos informed that the Zoning Appeals Board will hold a public hearing on August 10th at 7:00 p.m. ( This hearing was continued from an earlier date because the appellant could not be present at that time.) Zoning Commission will meet on August 16th at 7:30 p.m. and may include a revised proposal from B.R. Knez Inc.

Chrm. Haskell welcomed the Boy Scouts in the audience who informed the Board they had attended to fulfill a requirement for one of their badges.

Chrm. Haskell then recognized Larry Klco of Townline Road who inquired about the paving done on Townline Road between Middle Ridge and Route 20. Mr. Klco stated that the road surface is much higher than the berm and poses a problem for school buses that might go over the edge of the road. Chrm. Haskell stated that Administrator Siegel would look into it.

Mr. Klco also asked if any of the Trustees went along on the trip to Racine, WI to see what kind of development and improvements had taken place along the lakeshore there. The Trustees replied they had not gone on the trip.

Discussion took place regarding the removal of dirt from the Solid Waste Facility property off Route 20. Administrator Siegel informed the dirt is being hauled to the old Diamond Shamrock property in Fairport as fill for future construction of homes.

Administrator Siegel advised regarding:

1. Trustee Haas moved and Chrm. Haskell seconded to amend Purchase Order 50182 - Various Vendors/Baldwin Road to a total of $24,200.00 to allow for additional material costs. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

2. Vice Chrm. Amos moved and Chrm. Haskell seconded to purchase a groomer for the baseball fields (to be shared with North Perry Village, Perry Village and Perry Schools); cost of $8634.26 will be shared proportionately based on number of fields. (Perry Township's portion would be $3,194.68.) POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

3. Trustee Haas moved and Chrm. Haskell seconded to contract with DD Mitchell Construction to install an asphalt apron at the end of Baldwin Road at Route 84, cost not to exceed $9160.00. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

4. Administrator Siegel discussed entering into a CRA Agreement with Joining Metals, a company moving into the Industrial Park. Initial abatement amount would 60% on Personal Property Tax.

Chrm. Haskell presented the following captioned Resolution and moved its adoption:

RESOLUTION 2005-26

A RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE LAKE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS TO ENTER INTO A
COMMUNITY REINVESTMENT AGREEMENT WITH
JOINING METALS INC. , AN OHIO LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.

Vice Chrm. Amos seconded. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS. (Complete Resolution on file.)

The Board was asked when the improvements to River Road would take place. Administrator Siegel advised that the County should be awarding the contract next spring.

There being no further business, Trustee Haas moved and Chrm. Haskell seconded to adjourn the meeting. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

MEETING ADJOURNED.

(Minutes adopted Aug. 16, 2005)

REGULAR MEETING - - AUG. 16, 2005

The Perry Township Board of Trustees held a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, August 16, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. Present were Chairman Haskell, Vice Chairman Amos, Trustee Haas, Clerk Page, Administrator Siegel and those whose names appear on the attached attendance sheet.

The News Herald was advised of this meeting according to law.

Chairman Haskell called the meeting to order, led the Pledge of Allegiance and advised that minutes of the previous meeting had been read. Trustee Haas moved and Vice Chrm. Amos seconded to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting held Tuesday, August 2, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

Chrm. Haskell inquired if there was any input from the audience. There being none, Chrm. Haskell introduced Kristin Olds of the PHS Girls' Track Team and presented the following captioned Resolution and moved its adoption:

RESOLUTION 2005-27

A RESOLUTION HONORING KRISTIN OLDS OF THE PERRY HIGH SCHOOL
PIRATE GIRLS TRACK TEAM FOR OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE
DURING THE 2004-2005 TRACK SEASON

Vice Chrm. Amos seconded. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. RESOLUTION ADOPTED. (Complete Resolution on file.)

Clerk Page informed the Board about the results of the bid opening for Spring Lakes Road Improvement which was held Monday, August 8th at 10:00 a.m. Five bids were received from Velotta Paving, DD Mitchell, Ronyak Brothers, Shelley Company and Carron Asphalt. The lowest bid was received from Velotta Paving at $38,180.00.

Clerk Page reported the July, 2005 receipts at $333,791.51 and disbursements at $418,585.38. Year to date receipts are $4,294,973.55 and disbursements are $4,676,434.60. Cash on hand, reconciled at 7/31/05, was $3,710,140.30.

Chrm. Haskell moved and Vice Chrm. Amos seconded to amend Purchase Order 50174-Park Patrol to a total of $4500.00 to allow for additional Sheriff's Department protection at Perry Township Park. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

Chrm. Haskell moved and Trustee Haas seconded to contract with Frank Gates Service Company to provide group workers' comp coverage, at a cost of $2200.00. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

Chrm. Haskell moved and Vice Chrm. Amos seconded to purchase materials for drainage improvements at Perry Township Park, cost not to exceed $2,000.00. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

Lake County Health Department has issued a notice regarding baiting animals for rabies vaccinations.

Nextel Communications has notified they will construct a 220' cellular tower off Route 20 on Golding's property just east of Perry Park Road.

Information received from the most recent meeting of the Lake County Coastal Management Committee. Mark Welch represents the trustees on that committee and reported on the content of their meeting.

Administrator Siegel advised regarding:

1. Chrm. Haskell moved and Trustee Haas seconded to contract with DD Mitchell to pave the parking lot at the Community Center, cost not to exceed $23,710.00. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

2. Quotes are coming in for the landscaping. Chrm. Haskell spoke about the need for access to the restroom facilities inside the building. Vice Chrm. Amos suggested pursuing a couple of alternatives to determine the most effective and least expensive option.

3. Chrm. Haskell moved and Vice Chrm. Amos seconded to expend $12,859.22 for construction and engineering of the Springlake Blvd. Waterline. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

4. Work session for community center issues was scheduled for August 23rd at 10:00 a.m.

5. Chrm. Haskell moved and Vice Chrm. Amos seconded to contract with Velotta Paving to make improvements to Spring Lake Blvd., cost not to exceed $38,180.00. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

Vice Chrm. Amos informed the Board that the Zoning Appeals hearing scheduled for August 17th been continued to August 24th. Zoning Commission Board will hold a regular meeting at 7:00 p.m. later this evening.

Vice Chrm. Amos also pointed out the report had been distributed by the Trustees' taskforce concerning the Sheriff's request for additional funding for policing of the Townships. Discussion followed about various options for police protection in the Townships including utilizing the Ohio Highway Patrol to a greater extent.

Trustee Haas moved and Chrm. Haskell seconded to hire Tim LeBail to perform maintenance on Road Department vehicles, cost not to exceed $2,000.00. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

There being no further business before the Board, Vice Chrm. Amos moved to adjourn the meeting. Chrm. Haskell seconded the motion. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

MEETING ADJOURNED.

(Minutes adopted Sept. 6, 2005)

WORK SESSION - - AUG. 23, 2005

The Perry Township Board of Trustees held a Work Session on Tuesday, August 23, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. at the site of the Community and Senior Center. Present were Chairman Haskell, Vice Chairman Amos, Trustee Haas, Administrator Siegel, Karen Sundy and Michele Woltman.

The News Herald was advised of this meeting according to law.

Chrm. Haskell moved and Vice Chrm. Amos seconded to appoint Michele Woltman as Clerk Pro Tem in Clerk Page's absence. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

The Work Session was held to discuss operation and staffing of the Community Center once construction is completed. Topics of discussion included regulations for renters, policy guidelines, alcohol and gaming permits, rental fee schedule and event cancellation policies. The draft rental agreement was reviewed with minor changes noted.

There being no further business before the Board, Vice Chrm. Amos moved to adjourn the meeting. Chrm. Haskell seconded the motion. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

MEETING ADJOURNED.

(Minutes adopted Sept. 6, 2005)

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