Perry Township Government, Lake County, Ohio

Perry Township Board of Trustees

Minutes of Meetings - July, 2005

REGULAR MEETING - - JULY 12, 2005

The Perry Township Board of Trustees held a rescheduled Regular Meeting on Tuesday, July 12, 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, June 21, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

Chairman Haskell inquired of those in attendance whether there were any items they wanted to place before the Trustees. There being none, Chairman Haskell proceeded with the Tax Budget Hearing. Clerk Page reviewed the proposed Budget with the Trustees and those in attendance. Items discussed included the fact that budgetary items regarding the Library and Fire Funds were budgets prepared and submitted by those departments. The Clerk reminded the Board that those particular numbers were entered on the Township's Budget as submitted, without edit.

The Clerk also reviewed some ramifications of the State of Ohio's Budget, House Bill 66. Of particular interest are those items relating to local government funds which will remain untouched through the State's Budget year 2007, reduction of Tangible Personal Property (TPP) Tax and reimbursement by the State of Ohio through the new Commercial Activity Tax (a.k.a. CAT), elimination of the 10% rollback (business only). The Clerk advised that based on preliminary information provided by the Ohio Department of Taxation and the Ohio Township Association, that TPP tax would be reimbursed by the State of Ohio for approximately 4 years with reductions in years to follow. TPP tax reimbursement will eventually be reduced to zero. The loss to the Township may near $200,000.00. Unfortunately, until further and specific information is received, exact numbers are unavailable. At this time, economic development within the Township and the JEDD is anticipated to offset losses in the future.

There being no further review necessary and no other information offered regarding the Tax Budget for 2006, Chrm. Haskell presented the following captioned Resolution and moved its adoption:

RESOLUTION 2005-25

A RESOLUTION TO ADOPTING THE PROPOSED BUDGET FOR
FISCAL YEAR 2006 FOR PERRY

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

Clerk Page then reviewed the necessity of transfer of funds to facilitate pay-off of the State Infrastructure Bond in May of 2005. Clerk Page explained that funds received from the bond issue were insufficient to pay the debt which was anticipated. There being no further discussion on the matter, Chrm. Haskell presented the following captioned Resolution and moved its adoption:

RESOLUTION 2005-24

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFER OF $20,901.76
FROM FUND 01 (GENERAL) TO FUND 16 (DEBT SERVICE FUNDS-SPECIAL ASSESSMENT)

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

Clerk Page reported the June, 2005 receipts at $54,785.28 and disbursements at $444,746.86. Year to date receipts are $3,961,182.04 and disbursements are $4,257,849.22. Cash on hand, reconciled at 6/30/05, was $3,794,934.17.

Administrator Siegel advised regarding:

1. Administrator Siegel advised regarding paving of Springlake Blvd. The Engineer's estimate of the project is at $47,500.00. Chrm Haskell moved to advertise for bids with Bid Opening set for August 8, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. Vice Chrm. Amos seconded. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

2. Administrator Siegel advised of receipt of the bill for services rendered by Squire, Sanders & Dempsey with regard to the Bond Issue for the State Infrastruction Board debt refinance, said bill being $11,377.25. Chrm Haskell moved to approve payment of $11,377.25 to Squire, Sanders & Dempsey. Trustee Haas seconded. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

3. Administrator requested an Executive Session with the Board of Trustees at the conclusion of the meeting to discuss Personnel Compensation.

Chrm. Haskell advised regarding:

1. Lake County Solid Waste Plan - letter received from CT consultants transmitting the Plan and advising regarding the review and approval period. The Trustees agreed to review the Plan and TABLED approval until September 20, 2005. Clerk Page was instructed to prepare the Resolution on the matter and hold until the matter is ready for approval in September.

2. Community Center Progress - Construction is moving along with the HVAC on track for completion on July 13, 2005. Plumbing, electrical and other elements to follow.

3. Township Park Boat Launch - the launch is for Residents (Perry Township, Perry Village and North Perry Village) and campers only. Restricted launch is the result of limited parking.

4. Replacement staffing for Park concession stand. Chrm Haskell moved to hire Morgan Loxterman at the rate of $6.00 per hour effective 7/11/05 to replace Samantha McGonnell. Vice Chrm. Amos seconded. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

Vice Chrm. Amos advised regarding:

1. Community Center Work Session - stressed the need to pre-plan use of the facility before the doors open to the public and reiterated his request for work sessions in this regard.

2. Zoning Commission - meeting on July 19, 2005 anticipated to include Knez in attendance for presentation of a new plan submission for review but to date, there has been no permit application. GeorgeSchultz inquired concerning content of the Zoning Commission meeting notices with regard to this particular item. He was reassured by Vice Chrm. Amos that notices would include particular information as available concerning Knez or any other matter.

3. Zoning Board of Appeals - meetings currently scheduled for 7:00 p.m. on July 20, 2005 and July 27, 2005.

Trustee Haas advised regarding:

1. A resident's call concerning railroad noise in the Sivon allottment. Discussion was had concerning conversations with Norfolk & Southern. N & S has advised that their priority at this time is some 18,000 crossings without gates and that upgrade and maintenance of railroad quiet zones would have to be the Township's responsibility if they chose to pursue it. The Trustees agreed that future maintenance of railroad property would create huge problems both financially and on a liability level. Chrm. Haskell will develop specific information for those who ask in the future as to why Perry Township cannot, at this time, proceed to install quiet zones in our area.

2. A resident's question concerning a future roadway north of Route 20. After much discussion, the Trustees advised that there is no plan to place roads in the Township on the north side of Route 20 at this time. They did agree that discussion has taken place concerning a lateral roadway on the south side of Route 20 that could divert Ohio Street traffic to a more square alignment with Perry Park Road. The discussion included items regarding traffic lights in general and at Ohio Street (which has been determined to be unwarranted by the State of Ohio, Department of Transportion), construction at Route 84 and Narrows Road and the Vrooman Road High Level Bridge construction.

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

At the completion of the Executive Session, Trustee Haas moved to reconvene the Regular Meeting. Chairman Haskell seconded. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

Chairman Haskell moved to hire Karen Sundy as Assistant to the Zoning Board of Appeals Secretary, Nita Zidonis, effective immediately, at $45.00 per meeting. Vice Chrm. Amos seconded the motion. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

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

MEETING ADJOURNED.

(Minutes adopted July 19, 2005)

REGULAR MEETING - - JULY 19, 2005

The Perry Township Board of Trustees held a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, July 19, 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. Vice Chrm. Amos moved and Trustee Haas seconded to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting held Tuesday, July 12, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

Chrm. Haskell inquired if there was any input from the audience. Jack Federau of Clark Road discussed garage/yard sale sign requirements and urged the Trustees to make them more stringent. Mr. Amos suggested that it might be helpful to print a sign cleanup reminder in the Township Newsletter.

Clerk Page reminded the Board that the bid opening for Spring Lakes Road Improvement is scheduled for Monday, August 8th at 10:00 a.m.

Vice Chrm. Amos advised the Zoning Commission would hold a regular meeting that evening at 7:30 p.m. Representatives from B.R. Knez may attend to discuss their proposed plans. Board of Zoning Appeals has two public hearings scheduled for July 20th and July 27th, each beginning at 7:00 p.m.

Vice Chrm. Amos also discussed the Sheriff's Department funding issue saying that a Trustees' committee has been formed from the 5 Lake County Townships. The committee plans to meet with the Ohio State Highway Patrol and County Budget Director. Presently the group is gathering information and discussions are in progress.

Trustee Haas advised regarding the condition of Brian Silvis, Road Department Supervisor. Brian is being treated at a hospital in Pittsburgh for injuries sustained in a recent motorcycle accident.

Chrm. Haskell moved and Trustee Haas seconded to adjourn to an Executive Session to discuss possible litigation. 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.)

Administrator Siegel requested that, in the future, all vacation requests be directed to him for his information.

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 August 2, 2005)

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