Perry Township Government, Lake County, Ohio

Perry Township Board of Trustees

Minutes of Meetings - February, 2005

REGULAR MEETING - TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2005

The Perry Township Board of Trustees held a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, February 1, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. Present were Chairman Haskell, Vice Chrm. 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 and led the Pledge of Allegiance.

Vice Chrm. Amos moved and Trustee Haas seconded to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting held Tuesday, January 18, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

Chrm. Haskell recognized Clerk Page who requested scheduling of a public hearing to consider a rezoning request from NOVA Land Company. The Board scheduled the public hearing for Tuesday, February 15, 2005 at 9:30 a.m.

Chrm. Haskell asked for input from the audience. Larry Klco of Townline Road commented that the traffic signals at the intersection of Center Road and Route 20 are working well, no more problems.

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

RESOLUTION 2005-02

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CLERK TO RECERTIFY
ASSESSMENTS FOR LANE ROAD EXTENSION, PHASE II INFRASTRUCTURE
FOR TAX YEAR 2004, COLLECTIBLE IN 2005 TO THE COUNTY AUDITOR.
Vice Chrm. Amos seconded. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. RESOLUTION ADOPTED. (Complete Resolution on file.)

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

RESOLUTION 2005-03

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE LAKE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT FOR THE
PREPARATION OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, ESTIMATES OF COST AND
OTHER DATA REQUIRED FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A SEWER LINE
ALONG THE SOUTH SIDE OF ROUTE 20 AT LANE ROAD, EXTENDING
EAST APPROXIMATELY 470.75 FEET IN LENGTH, AND
AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT THEREOF.

Trustee Haas seconded. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. RESOLUTION ADOPTED. (Complete Resolution on file.)

1. Chrm. Haskell moved and Trustee Haas seconded to authorize payment of $6310.14 to Jones Day for legal services rendered on stormwater management issues through December 31, 2004. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

2. Vice Chrm. Amos moved and Trustee Haas seconded to pay $2827.50 to Oxbow Engineering for Invoice 0404601 (preliminary traffic counts and traffic signal warrant analysis for the Antioch Road and Route 20 intersection). POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

3. Vice Chrm. Amos advised the Zoning Commission would meet on February 8, 2005 at 7:30 p.m. for a Regular Meeting.

4. Trustee Haas moved and Chrm. Haskell seconded to purchase 100 tons of road salt from Morton Salt Co., at a cost of $32.72 per ton. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

5. Trustee Haas moved and Chrm. Haskell seconded to authorize purchase of services or materials from Concord Road Equipment, not to exceed $2000.00. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

6. Trustee Haas moved and Chrm. Haskell seconded to authorize purchase of materials from R. W. Sidley, not to exceed $2000.00. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

7. Trustee Haas moved and Chrm. Haskell seconded to pay $2849.17 to W. W. Williams for repairs to Road Dept. Vehicle 704. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

Chrm. Haskell once again asked for input from the audience. There was brief discussion regarding repair/replacement of mailboxes damaged by Township plows or thrown snow and ice. The Trustees will review the County's policy further and Administrator Siegel will draft a policy to bring back to the Trustees.

There being no further business before the Board, Chrm. Haskell moved and Vice Chrm. Amos seconded to adjourn to an Executive Session to discuss personnel compensation. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS. (The Board adjourned to an Executive Session.)

Following discussion, Chrm. Haskell moved and Vice Chrm. Amos seconded to reconvene the Regular Meeting. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS. (The Regular Meeting was reconvened.)

Chrm. Haskell moved and Trustee Haas seconded to increase Sarah Frajter's annual salary by 4% to $36,400.00, retroactive to January 1, 2005. (Total cost of employee to be shared proportionately by Perry Township, Perry Village, North Perry Village and Perry Schools). POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

MEETING ADJOURNED.

(MInutes Adopted February 15, 2005)

PUBLIC HEARING - TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2005

The Perry Township Board of Trustees held a Public Hearing on Tuesday, February 15, 2005 at 9:30 a.m. to address the application for district change of zoning submitted by Nova Land Company. Present were Chairman Haskell, Vice Chairman Amos, Trustee Haas, Clerk Page, Administrator Siegel and those who names are signed on the attached attendance sheet.

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

Chrm. Haskell called the meeting to order and explained that the Public Hearing was scheduled to address the application for district change of zoning for 12.517 acres situated at Clark Road and Perry Park Road, from I-2 (Heavy Industrial) to R (Residential) for the purpose of constructing single family residential homes. Chrm. Haskell further explained that 4.007 acres of land are located within the JEDD District and Nova has requested removal of this land from the JEDD.

Chrm. Haskell went on to say that the Zoning Commission had recommended that the district change of zoning be denied, as submitted. Chrm. Haskell also noted that recommendations regarding the rezoning were received from Lake County Planning Commission, the Perry JEDD Board and Perry Economic Development Council. All were in agreement that the request should be denied on the basis that it does not comply with the 2004 Perry Township Comprehensive Plan.

Chrm. Haskell then opened the discussion to the floor and asked for any comments in favor of the proposal. Chrm. Haskell indicated there was no response to his request and asked for any comments opposing the proposal. Chrm. Haskell asked that respondents identify themselves by name and address. Various comments and questions were heard from Wayne Malz, Jack Federau, Linda Golding, and Ron Yanega. Nova representatives Russ Schaedlich and Rick Rainone responded to the questions and in addition stated what their plans were if the redistricting was granted.

Chrm. Haskell thanked everyone for their comments and then gave a general overview of the thought process involved with I-2 vs. Residential. Chrm. Haskell also reiterated the fact that the industrial base in Perry is critical and that we can't afford to lose any of our industrial area. Chrm. Haskell then called for a motion on the matter. Vice Chrm. Amos moved to deny the request for the rezoning. Trustee Haas seconded. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

There being no further business before the Board, Chrm. Haskell adjourned the Public Hearing.

MEETING ADJOURNED.

(MInutes Adopted March 1, 2005)

REGULAR MEETING - TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2005

The Perry Township Board of Trustees held a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, February 15, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. Present were Chairman Haskell, Vice Chrm. 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 and led the Pledge of Allegiance. Trustee Haas moved and Vice Chrm. Amos seconded to approve the minutes of the Special Meeting held Tuesday, January 25, 2005 at 4:00 p.m. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

Vice Chrm. Amos moved and Trustee Haas seconded to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting held Tuesday, February 1, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

Chrm. Haskell asked for input from the audience. Mayor Williams of North Perry Village applauded the Trustees for denying the re-zoning request submitted by Nova Land Company; saying how important it is to retain our industrial land. Chrm. Haskell moved and Trustee Haas seconded to clarify the motion that the Board previously made in the Public Hearing for the Perry Township Trustees to accept the recommendation of the Zoning Commission to deny the re-zoning of the acreage requested by Knez Construction. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

Vice Chrm. Amos commented that, with revisions, the decision not to rezone might have been different, but with the proposal as it was, there was no choice. In addition, Vice Chrm. Amos mentioned that all of the boards who had previously reviewed Nova's proposal, had recommended denial.

Clerk Page reported the January, 2005 receipts at $56,168.18 and disbursements at $127,919.30. Cash on hand, reconciled at 1/31/05, was $4,019,850.23.

Administrator Siegel reported that a $1200.00 grant had been obtained from the Wellness Center and classes, instructed by Connie Bowler of the School system, will begin soon. Administrator Siegel requested the Board's approval of funding for the senior program. Chrm. Haskell agreed to contribute $1000.00 to Perry Recreation Board for funding the senior program. Chrm. Haskell commented about how gratifying it was to see the huge turnout for the luncheon on February 10th which was organized by Kelly Chaplin, the new Senior Programs Coordinator.

Chrm. Haskell moved and Vice Chrm. Amos seconded to approve extra expenses related to construction of the Community Center, in the amount of $26,900.00, as recommended by Administrator Siegel. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

Administrator Siegel reported he had met with local caterers for their input on kitchen facilities needed at the Community Center. Vice Chrm. Amos also spoke about possible uses of the Community Center by local organizations and making the building available and useful for these functions. Chrm. Haskell voiced his concerns about the types of functions which might be held, required insurance coverage and the lack of cost effectiveness in installing a dishwasher and ice machine. Vice Chrm. Amos commented that cost analysis is always important in anything you do; in this case, depending on what sort of functions are held at the building, things should be considered on a case by case basis.

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

RESOLUTION 2005-04

A RESOLUTION TO RECOGNIZE THE LORETO IAFELICE FAMILY
FOR THEIR UNWAVERING SUPPORT AND GENEROUS
CONTRIBUTION TO THE PERRY COMMUNITY.

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

Chrm. Haskell advised regarding:

1. Chrm. Haskell moved and Trustee Haas seconded to amend P.O. 50006 (Legal Counsel-Admin) to a total of $10,000.00 to allow for payment of Jones Day Invoice. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

2. Chrm. Haskell moved and Trustee Haas seconded to hire Kelly Chaplin as Senior Programs Coordinator, on an as-needed basis, at a rate of $10.00 per hour, effective January 4, 2005. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

3. Notice from Lake County Community Development Senior Housing Program that grant funding has been received to allow them to do rehab work on houses belonging to seniors who are disabled or who cannot afford to have repairs made.

4. Anyone who wishes to work with Christmas in April or knows someone who could benefit in the Perry area, should contact Mickey Darcy.

5. Vrooman Road Bridge Project - meeting on February 16, 2005 at 4:30 p.m. at the Leroy Community Center, to review 4 or 5 proposals which have been submitted. Administrator Siegel and Vice Chrm. Amos will attend.

6. 2004 Phase 2 Stormwater Services Report has been received and is on file at Township office.

7. Memo from OTA regarding the Governor's tax proposal cutting into township dollars. Local Government Fund is slated for a 10% cut. Individual counties distribute the Local Government Funds so it remains to be seen what will actually happen to our disbursements. Also estate tax disbursements are being eliminated.

Chrm. Haskell discussed the idea of constructing a mausoleum at the Cemetery for those who do not wish to be buried in the ground.

Vice Chrm. Amos advised the Zoning Commission Board will hold a regular meeting on March 15, 2005 at 7:30 p.m. No Zoning Appeals meetings are scheduled at the present time.

Vice Chrm. Amos encouraged people to attend the Perry Village Planning Commission meeting on February 17 at 7:00 p.m. A proposal for high density PUD housing in the village will be discussed.

Chrm. Haskell recognized Jack Federau who suggested designing the community center in such a way that it could be modified in the future, so that alterations or improvements can be easily made.

There being no further input from the audience, Trustee Haas moved to adjourn to an Executive Session to discuss personnel compensation. Vice Chrm. Amos seconded the motion. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS. (The Board adjourned to an Executive Session.)

Vice Chrm. Amos moved to reconvene the Regular Meeting. Chrm. Haskell seconded. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS. (The Regular Meeting was reconvened.)

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

MEETING ADJOURNED.

(MInutes Adopted March 1, 2005)

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