Perry Township Board of Trustees
Minutes of Meetings - June, 2002
REGULAR MEETING - - JUNE 4, 2002
The Perry Township Board of Trustees held a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, June 4, 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.
Motion by Vice Chrm. Advey and second by Trustee Haas to approve the minutes of the Special Meeting held Friday,
May 3, 2002 at 8:30 a.m. POLL OF BOARD: 2 Ayes. MOTION PASSED. (Chrm. Haskell abstained as he was absent from the
meeting.)
Motion by Trustee Haas and second by Vice Chrm. Advey to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting held Tuesday,
May 21, 2002 at 7:00 p.m. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
Chrm. Haskell introduced Bruce Landig of the Lake County Engineer's Department, who spoke regarding future plans
for Lake County's Stormwater Management Agency, and Jill Green of Gills, Guard and Johnson who delivered a Power
Point presentation on that subject.
The Board was advised of information which included dangers and/or hazards associated with stormwater management,
preliminary plans which have been formulated, approximate associated costs, and ideas for funding related expenses.
Future meetings of the Stormwater Task Force will take place on a quarterly basis and each municipality will be
asked to name a representative to participate. Wally Siegel and Tom Haas will represent Perry Township on the task
force.
Chrm. Haskell then inquired if there was any input from the audience. Mr. & Mrs. Richard Shook inquired what
is happening with camping at the Park. Chrm. Haskell replied that, since 1987 the Lake County General Health District
and EPA have dictated that no more than 20 campsites can be allowed due to the septic system and water facilities
on site. Unfortunately, campers will have to be turned away. Problem areas cited by the EPA were reviewed and discussion
took place regarding possible solutions.
Clerk Page advised regarding the billing received from Frank Gates Service Co. in the amount of $10,400.00 for
their services to administer Perry Township's workers comp cases as a group member. Clerk Page plans to speak to
Frank Gates about the bill and to seek other proposals.
Chief Sitz delivered the May, 2002 Fire Report. Chief Sitz reported there were 52 Rescue Calls; 10 Vehicle Accidents;
6 Fires; and 36 calls classified as Other Responses; for a total of 104 Responses during the month of May. There
were 7 instances of mutual aid given; 1 instance of mutual aid received; 20 drills and 34 instances of paramedic
usage. No fire loss was reported for May, 2002. Total Emergency Runs for May, 2002, to date, number 416 as compared
to 429 in 2001. EMS fund balance is $65,607.00.
Chrm. Haskell advised regarding the following:
1. Motion by Chrm. Haskell and second by Vice Chrm. Advey to pay Oxbow Engineering Inv. X0201201 in the amount
of $1335.00 for professional services rendered with regard to Perry Township Park. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION
UNANIMOUS.
2. Township Park's boat dock - Lou Gornick of MMI is evaluating for possible redesign to make installation easier.
3. Motion by Chrm. Haskell and second by Trustee Haas to pay $60.00 to Madison Perry Area Chamber of Commerce for
annual member dues. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
4. Motion by Chrm. Haskell and second by Vice Chrm. Advey to reschedule the Public Hearing to consider North Perry's
readmittance to the Joint Economic Development District, previously scheduled for July 2, 2002, to July 9, 2002
at 6:30 p.m. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
5. Meeting with Adelphia - scheduled for June 18, 2002 at 3:00 p.m. Chrm. Haskell will discuss renewal of the franchise
contract.
6. Lake County Economic Development Council - meeting on June 19, 2002 at 12:00 p.m. at Hellriegel's regarding
various issues.
7. Bicentennial Barn for Lake County will be located on Munson Road in Mentor.
Vice Chrm. Advey advised regarding the following:
1. Board of Zoning Appeals - Meetings on June 12, 2002 and June 19, 2002 at 7:00 p.m. to hear requests for variances
on accessory buildings.
2. Zoning Commission - Work session with Perry Village Planning Commission on June 13, 2002 to continue work on
the Comprehensive Plan.
Trustee Haas advised regarding the meeting on May 28th at North Perry Village Hall regarding the Security Zone
at the Perry Nuclear Plant. Commander Perry of the Coast Guard was present and gave a timeline for the amended
security zone stating it will go into effect on July 1st. Trustee Haas will make sure the members of the Board
will get copies of the information.
Chrm. Haskell spoke regarding the gas aggregation issue and steps he is taking to determine what companies may
be interested in contracting with Perry Township, or perhaps Lake County Townships, as an aggregate group.
Chrm. Haskell again asked for input from the audience. Mr. & Mrs. Shook spoke regarding the difficulties they
had in "opting out" of the aggregate group for electricity. Despite repeated tries, it took months to
have their chosen provider restored.
Jim Anderson spoke regarding the Memorial Day ceremonies at the cemetery and commended the Township for the appearance
and condition of the cemetery.
Chrm. Haskell moved to adjourn to an Executive Session to discuss purchase of real estate. Vice Chrm. Advey seconded
the motion. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS. The Board adjourned to an Executive Session.
Trustee Haas moved to adjourn the Executive Session and 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, Trustee Haas moved to adjourn the meeting. Chrm. Haskell seconded
the motion. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
MEETING ADJOURNED.
(Minutes Adopted June 18, 2002)
REGULAR MEETING - - JUNE 18, 2002
The Perry Township Board of Trustees held a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, June 18, 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.
Motion by Mr. Haas and second by Mr. Advey to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting held Tuesday, June 4,
2002 at 7:00 p.m. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
Chrm. Haskell introduced Warner Taiclet of Community Map Company who delivered a presentation pertaining to production
of a community guide for Perry Township. Community Map Company has previously published three community guides
for the Township. Mr. Taiclet stated that total time for the project, from start to delivery, should be approximately
5 months.
Chrm. Haskell then asked for input from the audience. Jack Federau, a resident of Clark Road, inquired when the
road at the Industrial Park would be completed. Trustee Advey stated that, at present, construction has been halted
because of the wet weather during the past few months. Chrm. Haskell suggested that Mr. Federau check with Administrator
Siegel who has been closely involved with the project.
Clerk Page advised that a request for a public hearing has been received from the Zoning Commission to consider
a proposed zoning district change amendment. Chrm. Haskell moved and Mr. Advey seconded a motion to schedule a
Public Hearing for Tuesday, July 9, 2002 at 7:00 p.m. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
Chrm. Haskell recognized Chief Sitz who requested a transfer of funds. Vice Chrm. Advey moved and Chrm. Haskell
seconded a motion to transfer funds totalling $1,279.93 from 10-A-08C (Fitness, $500.00), 10-A-09A (Chief's Uniform,
$79.93), 10-A-09C (Fire/Community Ed., $500.00) and 10-A-09E (Fire Investigation, $200.00) to 10-A-01 (Salaries).
POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
Chrm. Haskell advised regarding the following:
1. May, 2002 CAD Summary received from the Lake County Sheriff. Vice Chrm. Advey commended the Sheriff's Department
for the excellent coverage they have been providing in the Township Park area.
2. NOPEC Meeting on Thursday, June 27, 2002 at 7:30 p.m. - Discussion will take place regarding the opportunity
for commercial customers to go with Green Mountain Energy. Gas aggregation will be discussed as well. Chrm. Haskell
commented that so far aggregation has not saved either electric or gas customers much money.
3. Notice from Ohio BWC that the Township's premiums will be reduced by 25% because of Vice Chrm. Advey's attendance
at a meeting during the OTA Conference.
4. Roofing work should begin soon at the Township Park. Once that work is complete, roof work will be done at the
Township office building.
Vice Chrm. Advey advised regarding the following:
1. Zoning Appeals Board will hear a request for variance from Bob Rodgers on Wednesday, June 19th. A rescheduled
sign variance, submitted by Deming Enterprises, will be heard at 7:30 p.m. on the same evening. On July 10, 2002,
a lot split of Maggie Kuhn's property on Maple Street will be considered by the Appeals Board.
2. Vice Chrm. Advey moved and Trustee Haas seconded a motion to pay $1013.50 to Union Eye Care for safety eye wear
for six firefighters. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
Trustee Haas advised regarding the following:
1. Preconstruction meeting for "Turnbury Drive Pavement Reclamation" will be held on Friday, June 21,
2002 at 8:30 a.m.
2. Road Garage addition has been completed.
Chrm. Haskell advised that Cemetery Sexton Kathy Leasure will be taking Wednesdays off for the summer season. Chrm.
Haskell will not be attending the meeting of July 2, 2002 due to vacation.
Vice Chrm. Advey spoke regarding the request by the Fire Department to conduct promotional exams for the position
of lieutenant. Following discussion, a decision will be announced at the next Regular Meeting.
Chrm. Haskell again requested input from the audience. There being no further business before the Board, Chrm.
Haskell moved to adjourn to an Executive Session to discuss personnel compensation. Vice Chrm. Advey seconded the
motion. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS. The Board adjourned to an Executive Session.
Trustee Haas moved to reconvene the Regular Meeting. Vice Chrm. Advey seconded the motion. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes.
MOTION UNANIMOUS. The Regular Meeting was reconvened.
Chrm. Haskell moved to pay $100.00 to Donnie & Rebecca L. Nesselrotte for reconveyance of Graves 1 & 2
West in Lot 6 of Division 14. Vice Chrm. Advey seconded the motion. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
Vice Chrm. Advey moved to pay $610.99 to Commercial Truck & Fleet for Inv. 990711 (repairs and body work/painting
to Unit 2095). Chrm. Haskell seconded the motion. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
Vice Chrm. Advey moved to authorize transfer of $1000.00 from 10-A-15F (Miscellaneous-Fire) to 10-A-09H (Office-Fire).
Chrm. Haskell seconded the motion. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
Chrm. Haskell moved to amend the minutes of the meeting held December 29, 2001 to include a motion to extend the
term of Chief Sitz's contract until such time as it is renegotiated. Vice Chrm. Advey seconded the motion. POLL
OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
Chrm. Haskell moved to adjourn the Regular Meeting. Vice Chrm. Advey seconded the motion. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes.
MOTION UNANIMOUS.
MEETING ADJOURNED.
(Minutes Adopted July 16, 2002)
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