Perry Township Board of Trustees
Minutes of Meetings - December, 2006
PUBLIC HEARING - TUESDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2006
The Perry Township Board of Trustees held a Public Hearing on Tuesday, December 5, 2006 at 6:45 p.m. to consider
proposed amendments (copy on file) to the Zoning Resolution as submitted by the Zoning Commission on November 6,
2006. Present were Chairman Amos, Vice Chairman Haskell, Trustee Steele, Fiscal Officer Page, Administrator Siegel,
and those whose names appear on the attached attendance sheet.
The News Herald was advised of this meeting according to law.
Following discussion, Chrm. Amos suggested that a decision on the proposed amendments be deferred until the next
meeting on December 19, 2006.
There being no further business before the Board, Vice Chrm. Haskell moved and Trustee Steele seconded to adjourn
the Public Hearing. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
MEETING ADJOURNED.
(Minutes Adopted Dec. 19, 2006)
REGULAR MEETING - TUESDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2006
The Perry Township Board of Trustees held a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, December 5, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. Present
were Chairman Amos, Vice Chairman Haskell, Trustee Steele, Fiscal Officer Page, Administrator Siegel and those
whose names appear on the attached attendance sheet.
The News Herald was advised of this meeting according to law.
Chrm. Amos called the Regular Meeting to order and led the Pledge of Allegiance. Chrm. Amos opened the meeting
to the floor. Mr. Rich Chapman of Maine Avenue addressed the Board concerning recurring flood problems in his neighborhood
and inquired on the possibility of a culvert replacement on his neighbor's property. Mr. Chapman stated that he
believes the flooding is a result of ditches not being maintained. Administrator Siegel advised that he has consulted
with Township Legal Advisor, Atty. Jim Lyons to inquire about accessing private property for a culvert replacement
and was informed that once easements are obtained from adjoining property owners, the culvert could be replaced.
Administrator Siegel further advised that he has contacted Oxbow Engineering to look at the problem and determine
the size of pipe needed. Chrm. Amos and Vice Chrm. Haskell discussed the history of ditch maintenance and advised
that the law was changed and the authority to clean ditches was turned over to the county engineers, however, due
to a lack of funding and other issues, the county engineers have not maintained township ditches for about twenty
years.
Vice Chrm. Haskell moved and Trustee Steele seconded the approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting held Tuesday,
November 21, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
Administrator Siegel provided an update on the following items:
1. Received reimbursement/advance check from FEMA in the amount $78,055.00 for flood damage; State money forthcoming.
Advised TFO Page that separate fund must be established for tracking purposes.
2. Teen Challenge easement agreement - Advised that approximately 95% of the project will be bored. Also, Teen
Challenge will be responsible for 50% of the pump maintenance. Following discussion, Vice Chrm. Haskell moved and
Trustee Steele seconded giving Walter Siegel authority to sign on the Trustees' behalf an easement agreement with
Teen Challenge for the sewer project. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
3. Anthem Health Insurance renewal for 2007 through Pease-Kerr-Canfield - Advised that our renewal rate did not
increase. TFO Page inquired whether other quotes were obtained and Chrm. Amos stated that we were rejected by the
County's plan and all other carriers to which we applied "max loaded" the group resulting in premiums
the same or more than we currently pay. Following discussion, Trustee Steele moved and Vice Chrm. Haskell seconded
to renew our current group health insurance with Anthem. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
4. MetLife dental coverage renewal for 2007 - Chm. Amos advised that our insurance representative was awaiting
more quotes, therefore, no action was taken at this time.
5. Fencing along west property line at Cemetery - Following discussion, Vice Chrm. Haskell moved and Trustee Steele
seconded to authorize purchase and installation of green vinyl fence at the Cemetery at a cost not to exceed $9,000.00
(vendor to be determined). POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
6. Resolution to Ohio Department of Transportation requesting speed reduction on a portion of State Route 84.
Vice Chrm. Haskell presented the following captioned Resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-37
A RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE OHIO
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
TO REDUCE THE SPEED LIMIT FOR A
PORTION OF STATE ROUTE 84 IN
PERRY TOWNSHIP, LAKE COUNTY, OHIO.
Trustee Steele seconded. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. RESOLUTION ADOPTED. (Complete Resolution on file.)
7. Asked TFO Page on status of Spring Lakes Boulevard assessments. TFO Page advised that once she is provided the
numbers she will file the necessary paperwork so the assessments will appear on affected property owners tax bills
in August.
Vice Chrm. Haskell moved and Trustee Steele seconded to pay $3,500.00 to Tim LeBail for maintenance/repairs to
road vehicles, as needed. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
Vice Chrm. Haskell inquired on the status of the Perry Women's League request for assistance in finding a new location
for their Clothing Room. Administrator Siegel advised that he has resolved the issue and new location for the Women's
League Clothing Room will be Manchester West.
Vice Chrm. Haskell reported that Abitibi revenues received thru October 31st totaled $1742.29 and he is confident
that we will reach $2000.00 by the end of this year. Also, by January he would like the Board to consider a plan
with the money going to the Perry Foundation for either grants or scholarships and requested that TFO Page check
the Abitibi paperwork for parameters.
Trustee Steele reported the Zoning Commission has a Regular Meeting scheduled on Tuesday, December 12th at 6:30
p.m.
Trustee Steele advised that quotes are still being obtained for repair and/or replacement of three exterior doors
at the Township Administrative Offices.
There being no further business before the Board, Vice Chrm. Haskell moved and Trustee Steele seconded to adjourn
the meeting. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
MEETING ADJOURNED.
(Minutes Adopted Dec. 19, 2006)
REGULAR MEETING - TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2006
The Perry Township Board of Trustees held a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, December 19, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. Present
were Chairman Amos, Vice Chairman Haskell, Trustee Steele, Fiscal Officer Page, Administrator Siegel and those
whose names appear on the attached attendance sheet.
The News Herald was advised of this meeting according to law.
The Board held an advertised Work Session prior to their Regular Meeting. Discussion was had on the following
items:
1. Maine Avenue storm sewer
2. Tiling of southeast end of Cemetery
3. Sanitary sewer project at Park with grant money
4. Atty. Lyons memo regarding cemetery lots
5. Temporary sign issues
6. Purchase option of Hi-Ho equipment
Vice Chrm. Haskell moved and Trustee Steele seconded to adjourn the Work Session. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION
UNANIMOUS.
Chrm. Amos called the Regular Meeting to order and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Chrm. Amos congratulated the Perry High School Pirates Football Team on a great season and advised that on behalf
of the Perry Township Board of Trustees, resolutions were presented to those in attendance for outstanding performance
and achievements.
Vice Chrm. Haskell moved and Trustee Steele seconded to approve the minutes of the Public Hearing held Tuesday,
December 5, 2006. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
Trustee Steele moved and Vice Chrm. Haskell seconded to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting held Tuesday,
December 5, 2006. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
TFO Page reported the November, 2006 receipts at $147,545.27 and disbursements at $314,431.88. Year to date receipts
are $6,394,765.58 and disbursements are $6,538,123.76. Cash on hand, reconciled at 11/30/06, was $2,970,239.85.
TFO Page advised the Board that action was needed on proposed amendments to the Zoning Resolution as recommended
and submitted by the Zoning Commission on November 6, 2006 and discussed in a Public Hearing held on December 5,
2006. Trustee Steele moved and Vice Chrm. Haskell seconded to adopt the proposed amendments as submitted. POLL
OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
TFO reviewed and discussed with the Board proposed Resolutions 2006-38, 2006-48 and 2006-49.
Administrator Siegel advised regarding:
1. Pending renewal of MetLife Dental coverage for 2007. Following discussion, Trustee Steele moved and Vice Chrm.
Haskell seconded to accept the renewal rates submitted by MetLife for group dental coverage, effective January
1, 2007. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
2. Quote to insulate middle portion of Road Garage ceiling. Vice Chrm. Haskell moved and Trustee Steele seconded
to accept quote submitted by All Construction Services in the amount of $2,350.00. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION
UNANIMOUS.
3. Quote to replace 500 ft. of chain link fence along the south property line of Center Road Cemetery. Vice Chrm.
Haskell moved and Trustee Steele seconded to accept quote submitted by Shannon Fence in the amount of $2,950.00.
POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
4. Recommended purchasing instead of continuing to lease Hi-Ho equipment. Following discussion, Vice Chrm. Haskell
moved and Trustee Steele seconded to purchase Hi-Ho from Southeastern Equipment at a cost not to exceed $90,000.00.
POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
5. Requested amending vacation carry-over policy. Following discussion, Trustee Steele moved and Vice Chrm. Haskell
seconded to amend the Township's vacation policy to allow employees to carry-over a maximum of 10 days of unused
vacation and that said policy will have an effective date of 12/31/05. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
Chairman Amos presented the following captioned Resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-38
A RESOLUTION TO ESTABLISH FUND 27,
RECEIPT ACCOUNTS, APPROPRIATION LINE ITEMS
AND PERMANENT APPROPRIATIONS FOR FUND 27 AND
REQUEST AN AMENDED CERTIFICATE OF ESTIMATED
RESOURCES FROM THE AUDITOR OF LAKE COUNTY.
Trustee Steele seconded. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. RESOLUTION ADOPTED (Complete Resolution on file.)
Chairman Amos presented the following captioned Resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-39
A RESOLUTION HONORING
COREY HERSMAN
OF THE PERRY HIGH SCHOOL PIRATES
FOOTBALL TEAM FOR HIS OUTSTANDING
PERFORMANCE AND ACHIEVEMENTS
DURING THE 2006-2007 SEASON.
Vice Chrm. Haskell seconded. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. RESOLUTION ADOPTED. (Complete Resolution on file.)
Chairman Amos presented the following captioned Resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-40
A RESOLUTION HONORING
RYAN HARVEY
OF THE PERRY HIGH SCHOOL PIRATES
FOOTBALL TEAM FOR HIS OUTSTANDING
PERFORMANCE AND ACHIEVEMENTS
DURING THE 2006-2007 SEASON.
Vice Chrm. Haskell seconded. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. RESOLUTION ADOPTED. (Complete Resolution on file.)
Chairman Amos presented the following captioned Resolution and moved its adoption
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-41
A RESOLUTION HONORING
JOHN HOKAVAR
OF THE PERRY HIGH SCHOOL PIRATES
FOOTBALL TEAM FOR HIS OUTSTANDING
PERFORMANCE AND ACHIEVEMENTS
DURING THE 2006-2007 SEASON.
Trustee Steele seconded. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. RESOLUTION ADOPTED. (Complete Resolution on file.)
Chairman Amos presented the following captioned Resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-42
A RESOLUTION HONORING
MICHAEL LAW
OF THE PERRY HIGH SCHOOL PIRATES
FOOTBALL TEAM FOR HIS OUTSTANDING
PERFORMANCE AND ACHIEVEMENTS
DURING THE 2006-2007 SEASON.
Trustee Steele seconded. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. RESOLUTION ADOPTED. (Complete Resolution on file.)
Chairman Amos presented the following captioned Resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-43
A RESOLUTION HONORING
VINNEY HOKAVAR
OF THE PERRY HIGH SCHOOL PIRATES
FOOTBALL TEAM FOR HIS OUTSTANDING
PERFORMANCE AND ACHIEVEMENTS
DURING THE 2006-2007 SEASON.
Vice Chrm. Haskell seconded. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. RESOLUTION ADOPTED. (Complete Resolution on file.)
Chairman Amos presented the following captioned Resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-44
A RESOLUTION HONORING
MATT SAROSY
OF THE PERRY HIGH SCHOOL PIRATES
FOOTBALL TEAM FOR HIS OUTSTANDING
PERFORMANCE AND ACHIEVEMENTS
DURING THE 2006-2007 SEASON.
Trustee Steele seconded. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. RESOLUTION ADOPTED. (Complete Resolution on file.)
Chairman Amos presented the following captioned Resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-45
A RESOLUTION HONORING
KENT MONAS
OF THE PERRY HIGH SCHOOL PIRATES
MENS GOLF TEAM FOR HIS OUTSTANDING
PERFORMANCE AND ACHIEVEMENTS
DURING THE 2006-2007 SEASON.
Vice Chrm. Haskell seconded. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. RESOLUTION ADOPTED. (Complete Resolution on file.)
Chairman Amos presented the following captioned Resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-46
A RESOLUTION HONORING
PERRY HIGH SCHOOL PIRATES
FOOTBALL COACH
MIKE ELDER
AS THE RECIPIENT OF NUMEROUS
"COACH OF THE YEAR" AWARDS.
Trustee Steele seconded. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. RESOLUTION ADOPTED. (Complete Resolution on file.)
Chairman Amos presented the following captioned Resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-47
A RESOLUTION HONORING
MEREDITH SCHUETTE
OF THE PERRY HIGH SCHOOL PIRATES
GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY TEAM FOR HER
OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE AND ACHIEVEMENTS
DURING THE 2006-2007 SEASON.
Vice Chrm. Haskell seconded. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. RESOLUTION ADOPTED. (Complete Resolution on file.)
Chrm. Amos presented the following captioned Resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-48
A RESOLUTION TO APPROVE AND ADOPT THE
FINAL 2006 PERMANENT APPROPRIATIONS IN THE
TOTAL AMOUNT OF $10,471,678.24 AND TO APPROVE
THE ENCUMBRANCE OF FUNDS NECESSARY FOR EXPENSES.
Trustee Steele seconded. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. RESOLUTION ADOPTED. (Complete Resolution on file.)
Chrm. Amos presented the following captioned Resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-49
A RESOLUTION TO APPROVE AND ADOPT
TEMPORARY APPROPRIATIONS FOR 2007 IN THE
TOTAL AMOUNT OF $8,797,062.25 AND TO APPROVE
THE ENCUMBRANCE OF FUNDS NECESSARY FOR EXPENSES.
Vice Chrm. Haskell seconded. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. RESOLUTION ADOPTED. (Complete Resolution on file.)
Chrm. Amos moved and Vice Chrm. Haskell seconded to accept the proposal of CMS in the amount of $700.00 to update
the Center Road Cemetery map. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
Vice Chrm. Haskell reported that the last money received from Abitibi for paper recycling was considerably less
than we have been receiving and was concerned that it could be a precursor for lesser money in the future. Vice
Chrm. Haskell stated that he believes promotion and public awareness are necessary to boost revenue for the scholarship
program. Vice Chrm. Haskell also discussed the ongoing problem of trash being dumped in the paper recycling bins
and stated that if it continues, Abitibi will remove the bins.
Vice Chrm. Haskell moved and Trustee Steele seconded to approve the ODOT 2006 Straight Line Mileage for Perry Township,
(20.47) as prepared by the Lake County Engineer's Office. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
Trustee Steele reported the Zoning Commission has a Regular Meeting scheduled on Tuesday, January 16, 2007 at 7:30
p.m. to discuss temporary signage.
Trustee Steele moved and Vice Chrm. Haskell seconded authorizing Administrator Siegel to sign the plat for Azalea
Ridge Condominiums. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
There being no further business before the Board, Vice Chrm. Haskell moved and Trustee Steele seconded to adjourn
the meeting. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
MEETING ADJOURNED.
(Minutes Adopted Jan. 2, 2007)
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