Perry Township Government, Lake County, Ohio

Perry Township Board of Trustees

Minutes of Meetings - January, 2002

JANUARY 9, 2002 - -SPECIAL MEETING

REORGANIZATION MEETING - PART II

The Perry Township Board of Trustees held a Special Meeting on Wednesday, January 9, 2002 at 8:00 a.m., to discuss reorganization and other matters. Present were Chairman Haskell, Vice Chrm. Advey, Trustee Haas, Administrator Siegel and Michele Woltman. Clerk Page was absent from the meeting.

The News Herald was advised of this Special Meeting according to law.

Chrm. Haskell moved to appoint Michele Woltman as Clerk Pro Tem in the absence of Clerk Page. Trustee Haas seconded the motion. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

Chrm. Haskell called the meeting to order, presented the following captioned Resolution and moved its adoption:

RESOLUTION 2002-01

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ADVANCE OF FUNDSIN THE AMOUNT OF $450,000.00 FROM
FUND 01 (GENERAL) TO FUND 10 (FIRE LEVY FUND)

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

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

RESOLUTION 2002-02

A RESOLUTION TO APPROVE AND ADOPT THE 2002
TEMPORARY APPROPRIATIONS IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF
$3,414,561.29 AND TO APPROVE THE
ENCUMBRANCE OF FUNDS NECESSARY FOR EXPENSES.

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

Chrm. Haskell moved to TABLE award of the Road Garage addition contract until the Regular Meeting of January 15, 2002. Vice Chrm. Advey seconded the motion. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

Chrm. Haskell moved to adjourn to an Executive Session to discuss personnel compensation for 2002. Vice Chrm. Advey seconded the motion. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS. The Board adjourned to an Executive Session.

Following discussion, Chrm. Haskell moved to adjourn the Executive Session and reconvene the Special Meeting. Trustee Haas seconded the motion. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS. The Special Meeting was reconvened.

Employee wage rates for 2002, as discussed, are listed as follows:

BRIAN J. SILVIS, Road Supervisor, $19.75/hr

WENDELL L. SULLIVAN, Assistant Road Supervisor, $18.25/hr

WILLIAM A. BRAINARD, Laborer/Operator (Road), $17.50/hr

ALAN L. LOCZY, Laborer/Operator (Road), $14.00/hr

DALLAS G. LUDWICK, Laborer/Operator (Road), $16.50/hr

RYAN E. SPRAGUE, Laborer/Operator (Road), $13.50/hr

STANLEY W. CAIN, Laborer/Operator (Road), $13.50/hr

ALAN F. FABEL, Laborer/Operator (Cemetery), $15.25/hr

KATHY L. LEASURE, Cemetery Sexton, $625.00/mo., Secretarial Assistance in Trustees & Cemetery Office as requested, $12.00/hr

SANDRA M. MACK, Administrative Secretary in Trustees Office, Assistant Zoning Inspector, $ 14.00/hr

MICHELE A. WOLTMAN, Clerk's Assistant, $12.75/hr., Assistant Cemetery Sexton, Tarbuck Rental Agent

EMMA RUTH GARLAND, Receptionist (As Needed), $7.90/hr

LOIS J. DEBIASE, Secretary to Fire Chief, $ 15.25/hr

BARBARA J. JOHNSON, Secretary (Fire Dept), $ 11.75/hr

WALTER R. SIEGEL, Administrator, $54,000.00/yr., Zoning Inspector

VENITA K. ZIDONIS, Secretary, Zoning Appeals Board, Each Meeting attended $ 80.00/ea.; Additional secretarial work as requested by ZA Board, $ 11.00/hr

SANDRA M. MACK, Secretary, Zoning Commission Board: Each Meeting Attended, $ 70.00/ea.; Additional secretarial work as requested by ZC Board, $ 13.50/hr (This item was TABLED until the meeting of January 15, 2001 so more discussion could take place.)

ZONING COMMISSION
BOARD MEMBERS, For each meeting attended $ 50.00/ea

ZONING APPEALS
BOARD MEMBERS, For each meeting attended $ 50.00/ea.

JANET K. PETROWSKI, Janitorial Services, $ 95.00/ea. Admin Office (rate per cleaning); Janitorial Services @ Cemetery $ 35.00/ea. (rate per cleaning).

KARE-N-KLEEN, Janitorial Services @ Trustees, $ 95.00/ea., Admin Office (rate per cleaning).

GEORGE B.P. HASKELL (Attorney at Law), To provide Legal Services for $125.00/hr.

MICHAEL J. ANGELO (Attorney at Law), To provide Labor Consulting Services for the Township, as needed, $90.00/hr.

JAMES LYONS (Attorney at Law, To provide Legal Services in Township Zoning matters, $100.00/hr.

DON TITKO (Comtech), To provide computer support for Ohio TAS, as needed, $ 25.00/hr.
(4-hour minimum, plus travel expenses)

GEORGE SMERIGAN (Northstar), To provide Engineering Consulting Services for the Township, $ 75.00/hr.

ALL PART TIME EMPLOYEES SHALL RECEIVE THE CURRENT MINIMUM HOURLY WAGE RATE OR A WAGE SET BY THE BOARD AT THE TIME OF HIRE.

Chrm. Haskell moved to adopt the wage schedule as set forth above, effective with the first pay period paid for 2002, with the exception of the Zoning Commission Secretary. Vice Chrm. Advey seconded the motion. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

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

MEETING ADJOURNED.

(Adopted January 15, 2002)

JANUARY 15, 2002 - -REGULAR MEETING

The Perry Township Board of Trustees held a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, January 15, 2002 at 7:00 p.m. Present were Chairman Haskell, Vice Chairman Advey, 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.

Chrm. Haskell advised that the minutes of the Special Meeting held Tuesday, December 18, 2001 at 6:45 p.m. had been read. Vice Chrm. Advey moved to approve said minutes as read. Trustee Haas seconded the motion. POLL OF BOARD: 2 Ayes. MOTION PASSED. (Chrm. Haskell abstained as he was absent from said meeting.)

Chrm. Haskell advised that the minutes of the Regular Meeting held Tuesday, December 4, 2001 at 7:00 p.m. had been read. Vice Chrm. Advey moved to approve said minutes as read. Trustee Haas seconded the motion. POLL OF BOARD: 2 Ayes. MOTION PASSED. (Chrm. Haskell abstained as he was absent from said meeting.)

Chrm. Haskell advised that the minutes of the Special Meeting held Saturday, December 22, 2001 at 9:00 a.m. had been read. Vice Chrm. Advey moved to approve said minutes as read. Trustee Haas seconded the motion. POLL OF BOARD: 2 Ayes. MOTION PASSED. (Chrm. Haskell abstained as he was absent from said meeting.)

Chrm. Haskell advised that the minutes of the Special Meeting held Saturday, December 29, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. had been read. Chrm. Haskell moved to approve said minutes as read. Trustee Haas seconded the motion. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

Chrm. Haskell advised that the minutes of the Special Meeting held Wednesday, January 9, 2002 at 8:00 a.m. had been read. Chrm. Haskell moved to approve said minutes as read. Vice Chrm. Advey seconded the motion. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

Chrm. Haskell inquired if there was any input from the audience. Chrm. Haskell recognized Charles Weaver who inquired regarding notice given for Special Meetings. Chrm. Haskell replied that the Township is required to give 24 hour notice of Special Meetings. Notices are printed in the News Herald and posted in the display case at the entrance to the building.

Chrm. Haskell recognized Administrator Siegel who advised regarding the following:

1. Chrm. Haskell moved to award the contract for construction of the Road Department addition to Target Construction at a price of $91,562.89, Franklin Roofing at a price of $32,400.00 and Graper & Warmington for the electrical portion at a cost of $8,840.00. Trustee Haas seconded the motion. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, JANUARY 15, 2002-7:00 P.M. PAGE 2

2. The Engineer's Department has requested a separate resolution for the Shepard Road portion of the Lane Road/Shepard Road waterline. Administrator Siegel reported the length at approximately 9875 feet and cost at $3.80 per foot for engineering.

Chairman Haskell presented the following Resolution and moved its adoption:

RESOLUTION NO. 2002-04

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A REQUEST FROM LAKE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT FOR THE
PREPARATION OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, ESTIMATES OF COSTS
AND OTHER DATA REQUIRED FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF
A WATERLINE ALONG SHEPARD ROAD, APPROXIMATELY 9875 FEET
IN LENGTH AND AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT OF SAME

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

3. Administrator Siegel advised he had met with Commissioner Aufuldish regarding the Christian Church's request to run a pressurized sewer line. The library will be doing something similar by tying into an existing line which services the school system and this will allow the library to expand their existing building as well.

4. Spring Lakes waterline should be complete in the spring and Painesville Township has agreed to pick up their portion of the cost.

Chrm. Haskell recognized Vice Chrm. Advey who delivered the December, 2001 Fire Report in Chief Sitz's absence. Vice Chrm. Advey reported that there were 31 Rescue Calls; 6 Vehicle Accidents; 8 Fires; and 31 calls classified as Other Responses; for a total of 76 Responses during the month of December. There were 4 instances of mutual aid given; 2 instances of mutual aid received; 8 drills and 25 instances of paramedic usage. Total fire loss for December, 2001 was $119,000.00. Total Emergency Runs for 2001, to date, number 1003 as compared to 1051 in 2000.

Vice Chrm. Advey moved to pay $1,420.00 to Lake County Door for repairs to bay doors at Station #1, funds from 21-A-02 (Capital-Fire). Trustee Haas seconded the motion. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

Chairman Haskell presented the following Resolution and moved its adoption:

RESOLUTION NO. 2002-03

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ADVANCE OF FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT
OF $25,000 FROM FUND 01 (GENERAL) TO FUND 04 (ROAD & BRIDGE)

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

Chrm. Haskell advised regarding the following:

1. Mailings from Lakeland Community College regarding programs being offered in the next few months. In particular, CPR and First Aid training will be offered for coaches of youth sports programs. Chrm. Haskell suggested that similar training be offered for coaches in the Perry Recreation Program and asked Administrator Siegel to look into arrangements.

2. Chrm. Haskell spoke regarding gas aggregation as an issue on the ballot in the May special election. The Lake County Commissioners have stated that they will put the issue on the ballot if all five townships agree that it should be offered. Chrm. Haskell stated that if the County places the issued on the ballot, then the County will consequently turn over the five townships to NOPEC if the issue passes. Individuals would then have the choice to opt out if they did not want to participate.

Chrm. Haskell outlined the various options available with gas aggregation. Other than having the County offer the ballot issue, individual townships can offer the issue on the local ballots and proceed from there or individual townships could do nothing and residents would pursue the gas provider of their choice. Chrm. Haskell requested that Clerk Page contact the Commissioners to arrange a meeting during the first week of February to discuss the gas aggregation issue.

Chrm. Haskell recognized Jack Federau of Clark Road who voiced concern about how gas prices can be predicted by NOPEC when the price goes up and down every day. Chrm. Haskell stated that Perry Township locked in with East Ohio Gas approximately 1-1/2 years ago at a rate of $5.25/mcf for a period of 5 years.

3. Discussion took place regarding the Summer Concert Series at the Township Park. North Perry and the Outdoor YMCA expressed interest in hosting a couple of concerts. Chrm. Haskell moved to authorize expenditure of $2000.00 for talent at the summer concerts. Vice Chrm. Advey seconded the motion. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

Vice Chrm. Advey advised regarding the following:

1. Vice Chrm. Advey moved to authorize payment of $733.40 to Northwest River Supplies for Invoice 425707-A, purchase of water and ice rescue equipment. Chrm. Haskell seconded the motion. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

2. Vice Chrm. Advey moved to pay $530.00 to Lake County Door for Invoice 175, repairs to openers on bay doors at Station #1. Trustee Haas seconded the motion. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

3. Vice Chrm. Advey advised that several Township officials would be attending the Ohio Township Association Winter Conference in Columbus. While at the conference, Chrm. Haskell and Vice Chrm. Advey will attend the workers' comp seminar and, as a result, Perry Township will realize a 25% savings in their premium.

Trustee Haas advised regarding the following:

1. Trustee Haas moved to pay $3,965.00 to Oxbow Engineering for engineering services related to the Road Garage Building addition. Chrm. Haskell seconded the motion. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

2. Trustee Haas moved to pay $840.00 to Oxbow Engineering for additional engineering related to Maine Avenue storm sewer. Vice Chrm. Advey seconded the motion. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

3. Trustee Haas informed that two of the men in the Road Department have been assigned to start work each day at 4:00 a.m. during the winter to get a jump on snow clearing and salt spreading before the rush hour traffic and buses get running in the morning.

4. Trustee Haas moved to authorize expenditures, not to exceed $2,000.00, to Northeastern Road Improvement Company for purchase of road materials. Chrm. Haskell seconded the motion. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

Chrm. Haskell advised that Tomen Agro has recently changed their name to Arvesta, effective January 14, 2002.

Chrm. Haskell noted that the Township bulletin will contain an insert which will enable residents to notify the postal service and companies that they no longer wish to receive unsolicited mail or telemarketing calls.

Adelphia's cable franchise contract is coming up for renewal this year. The Township's Legal Counsel has been contacted to review their proposed contract. Chrm. Haskell stated he would like to hold public hearings to get public opinion on Adelphia's level of service.

Chrm. Haskell again asked for input from the floor. Charles Haas inquired what time the summer concerts began at Township Park. Chrm. Haskell replied that the concerts began at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday evenings. Chrm. Haskell assured that the concerts would not conflict with the ball season. Mr. Haas also stated that the coaches for the youth sports teams would be able to get their CPR and First Aid training right in Perry and not have to travel to Lakeland.

There being no further input, Chrm. Haskell moved to adjourn to an Executive Session to discuss personnel compensation and purchase of property. Vice Chrm. Advey seconded the motion. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS. The Board adjourned to an Executive Session.

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

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

MEETING ADJOURNED.

(Adopted February 5, 2002)

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