Perry Township Government, Lake County, Ohio

Perry Township Board of Trustees

Minutes of Meetings - March, 2006

PUBLIC HEARING - TUESDAY, MARCH 7, 2006

(5-25-06 note: correction of these minutes is pending)

The Perry Township Board of Trustees held a Public Hearing on Tuesday, March 7, 2006 at 6:30 p.m. to consider amendments to the Zoning Resolution concerning PUD (planned unit development) and related issues. Present were Chairman Amos, Vice Chairman Haskell, Trustee Steele, Fiscal Officer Page, Administrator Siegel and those who names are signed on the attached attendance sheet. Also present was Nate Coffman, Executive Director of Home Builders Association of Greater Cleveland.

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

Chrm. Amos called the public hearing to order and advised regarding the following issues referred by the Zoning Commission for discussion:

1. Amend Subsection 307.04 a) Density of Dwelling Units, lowering the density of the PUD district from four (4) dwelling units per gross acre to two (2) dwelling units per gross acre and six (6) dwelling units per gross acre within the Lakeshore Residential District.

2. Amend Subsection 307.04 b) Open Space Requirements, increasing open space from twenty percent (20%) to forty percent (40%).

3. Amend Subsection 307.04 f) Minimum Floor Area, increasing the minimum floor area of attached single family dwellings from eight hundred (800) square feet of livable floor area plus two hundred (200) square feet of livable floor area for each bedroom to twelve hundred (1200) square feet of livable floor area.

4. Amend Subsection 307.04 h) Setbacks and Separation, increasing the minimum setback from an existing right-of-way from fifty (50) feet to one hundred (100) feet.

5. Amend Subsection 317.01, Permitted Uses, correcting reference of 81 permitted uses in an I-1 since only 79 permitted uses exist in an I-1 district.

Chrm. Amos recognized Mr. Coffman who spoke about his experience with, and knowledge of, open space development. Mr. Coffman also offered his resources to the Trustees and Zoning Commission if he can be of service.

Following discussion of the above amendments, Chrm. Amos suggested that the Board consider the proposed amendments over the next two weeks and consider their adoption at the March 21st Regular Meeting.

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 March 21, 2006)

REGULAR MEETING - TUESDAY, MARCH 7, 2006

The Perry Township Board of Trustees held a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, March 7, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. Present were Chairman Amos, Vice Chrm. Haskell, Trustee Steele, Fiscal Officer Page, Administrator Siegel and those whose names appear on the attached attendance sheet. Also present were Jason Boyd and Harry Allen of the Lake County Coastal Management Agency.

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

Chairman Amos called the meeting to order and led the Pledge of Allegiance.

Chrm. Amos recognized Jason Boyd and Harry Allen who discussed the Lake County Coastal Management Agency's plans and vision for the future of Lake Erie's shoreline. Lengthy discussion took place regarding many issues ranging from coastline and commercial development to erosion prevention, etc.

Vice Chrm. Haskell moved and Trustee Steele seconded to approve the minutes of the Work Session and Regular Meeting held Tuesday, February 21, 2006 at 9:00 a.m. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

Chrm. Amos asked if there was any input from the audience. There being none, Fiscal Officer Page reported the February, 2006 receipts at $262,037.87 and disbursements at $283,440.58. Year to date receipts are $384,098.98 and disbursements are $419,102.96. Cash on hand, reconciled at 02/28/06, was $3,078,594.05.

Fiscal Officer Page reported regarding:

1. 2006 membership dues for CLOUT and Lake County Economic Development Council would be paid this week.

2. Plans to have Permanent Appropriations to the Board for their review this week.

3. Discussion of funding the Community Center expenses via transfer from the General Fund.

Administrator Siegel advised regarding:

1. Purchase of two flagpoles for the Community Center at $600.00 each; one to be placed next to the Community Center building and one to be placed between the ball fields. Expected delivery is 3 - 4 weeks.

2. Letters requesting quotes for the Spring Cleanup were sent to the three major haulers in the area. Vice Chrm. Haskell moved and Trustee Steel seconded to schedule the Spring Cleanup on May 6th and May 13th. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

3. Vice Chrm. Haskell moved and Trustee Steele seconded to advertise for bids for the 2006 Summer Swim and Recreation Program for Perry residents. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

4. Vice Chrm. Haskell moved and Trustee Steele seconded to amend Purchase Order 60061 to a total of $3800.00 to cover additional expenses in constructing a concession stand. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS. (Administrator Siegel reported that Perry Rec Board would be reimbursing for part of the construction costs.)

5. Administrator Siegel reported that all signatures had been obtained for the waterline on Perry Park Road.

6. Progress report for Economic Development Council was distributed by Administrator Siegel to the Board which outlined their activities over the last year. Administrator Siegel advised regarding the two companies who located in the Industrial Park last year and also discussed prospects for 2006.

Vice Chrm. Haskell advised regarding:

1. Letter from The Illuminating Company advising of a 7-hour service interruption on March 8th in the Oakbrook neighborhood.

2. Information requested from the Lake County Engineer's office on the Township road mileage for 2006 was received. ODOT will be visiting in March and issues related to numbering of Springlake Boulevard will be addressed.

3. Inlet basin will be constructed by the Lake County Engineer's Office at the end of Blackmore Road to protect the trucks entering and exiting the roadway.

4. Lake County Engineer's annual meeting will be held at the Concord Community Center on Auburn Road.

Discussion took place regarding the recycling site at the IGA plaza. Since it is an eyesore, Vice Chrm. Haskell will pursue a better placement with Barry Deming, owner of the property.

Vice Chrm. Haskell moved and Trustee Steele seconded to purchase a 50 hour block of service time with BPI Information Systems, cost not to exceed $5,250.00. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

Trustee Steele reported that the Zoning Appeals Board will meet on March 9th and Zoning Commission will meet on March 14th.

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

RESOLUTION NO. 2006-06

A RESOLUTION HONORING FRED CLOSE AS RECIPIENT OF THE
MADISON-PERRY AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
"2006 COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD".

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. 2006-07

A RESOLUTION HONORING THE GEHRING'S AGENCY, INC.
AS RECIPIENT OF THE MADISON-PERRY AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
"2006 BUSINESS OF THE YEAR" AWARD.

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. 2006-08

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFER OF FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT
OF $10,000.00 FROM FUND 01 (GENERAL) TO FUND 12 (PARK FUND)

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

Chrm. Amos moved and Trustee Steele seconded to pay $150.00 to Venita K. Zidonis for reconveyance of Graves 6, 7 & 8 West in Division 20, Lot 5 of Center Road Cemetery. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

Chrm. Amos advised that Township personnel would be meeting on March 9th at 4:30 p.m. with the Ohio State Patrol to determine whether they could assist the Lake County Sheriff's Department with patrol in Lake County's townships.

Lake County Health Advisory Board will meet on March 13th to review their annual report and budget projections.

Chrm. Amos suggested holding a lengthier work session on March 21st in an effort to accomplish more on the Board's "to do" list.

Vice Chrm. Haskell moved and Trustee Steele seconded to adjourn to an Executive Session to discuss personnel compensation. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS. (The Board adjourned to Executive Session.)

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

Trustee Steele moved and Vice Chrm. Haskell seconded to hire Kelly Chaplin as Adult Recreation Director, on a part-time basis of 25 hours per week and at an hourly rate of $13.50, retroactive to January 1, 2006. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

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

MEETING ADJOURNED.

(Minutes Adopted March 21, 2006)

SPECIAL MEETING - FRIDAY, MARCH 10, 2006

The Perry Township Board of Trustees held a Special Meeting on Friday, March 10, 2006 at 5:00 p.m. to consider sale of surplus equipment no longer needed by Perry Township and consider adoption of Resolution 2006-09 opposing passage of Senate Bill 191. Present were Chairman Amos, Vice Chrm. Haskell, Trustee Steele, Administrator Siegel and those whose names appeared on the attached attendance sheet. Fiscal Officer Page was absent from the meeting.

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

Chairman Amos called the meeting to order and moved to appoint Walter Siegel as Clerk Pro Tem in Fiscal Officer Page's absence. Trustee Steele seconded. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

Vice Chrm. Haskell moved to declare surplus equipment no longer needed by Perry Township and establish sale of same. Trustee Steele seconded. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

Chairman Amos presented the following Resolution and moved its adoption:

RESOLUTION 2006-09

A RESOLUTION OPPOSING SENATE BILL 191 THAT WILL REQUIRE TOWNSHIPS TO PERMIT MINING OPERATIONS IN EVERY ZONING CLASSIFICATION DISTRICT, INCLUDING RESIDENTIAL AREAS AND OVERRIDE ALL CURRENT ZONING RESOLUTIONS WITH RESPECT TO AGGREGATE MINING.

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

Vice Chrm. Haskell moved and Trustee Steele seconded to adjourn to an Executive Session to discuss hiring of personnel. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS. (The Board adjourned to an Executive Session.)

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

Trustee Steele moved and Vice Chrm. Haskell seconded to hire Laura Stegman as Zoning Commission Secretary, at a rate of $40.00 per meeting and $10.00 per hour. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

There being no further business before the Board, Chrm. Amos moved and Vice Chrm. Haskell seconded to adjourn the Special Meeting. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

MEETING ADJOURNED.

(Minutes Adopted April 18, 2006)

REGULAR MEETING - TUESDAY, MARCH 21, 2006

(5-25-06 note: correction of these minutes is pending)

The Perry Township Board of Trustees held a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, March 21, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. Present were Chairman Amos, Vice Chrm. Haskell, Trustee Steele, 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.

The Board held an advertised Work Session prior to their Regular Meeting. Discussion was had regarding various matters.

Chairman Amos then called the Regular Meeting to order and led the Pledge of Allegiance.

Chrm. Amos opened the meeting to the floor and recognized Bill Hoyt who commented that work may be needed on the foundation of Town Hall. Administrator Siegel will look into this and report back. Mr. Hoyt also inquired why Middle Ridge Road has been closed recently; the Board responded that the County has been doing work on the waterlines.

Jack Federau commented that some sort of basement or cellar was recently unearthed on Clark Road where Knez has been excavating and wondered if the Board knew anything about it.

Vice Chrm. Haskell moved and Trustee Steele seconded to approve the minutes of the Public Hearing held Tuesday, March 7, 2006 at 6:30 p.m. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

Chrm. Amos moved and Vice Chrm. Haskell seconded to approve the minutes of Regular Meeting held Tuesday, March 7, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

At Clerk Page's request, the Board scheduled a Special Meeting for Friday, March 24, 2006 at 8:15 a.m. to consider adoption of Permanent Appropriations for 2006.

Administrator Siegel reported on the status of the Enterprise Zone agreements saying all were acceptable and in force.

Discussion took place regarding:

1. The feasibility of leasing a new dump truck rather than purchasing one; Vice Chrm. Haskell stated he was not in favor of this.

2. Whether or not an architect was needed to prepare plans for adding a room on the Administration Building.

3. Administrator Siegel is still gathering proposals for the Spring Cleanup - should be ready to present for award of contract at the Special Meeting on March 24th.

4. Clerk Page reported that a check had been received from Abitibi Recycling for the paper collected at our sites during February.

5. NOPEC contracts are still up in the air; no firm agreements have been made. Board will adopt a wait-and-see attitude until more information becomes available.

Trustee Steele advised the Zoning Commission will meet on March 11th and the Zoning Appeals Board will meet on March 29, 2006 to hear a request for a Conditional Use Permit.

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

RESOLUTION NO. 2006-10

A RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING THE MONTH OF APRIL AS
"CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION MONTH"
IN THE TOWNSHIP OF PERRY, LAKE COUNTY, OHIO.

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. 2006-11

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE INSTALLATION OF ONE (1)
STREET LIGHT AT THE INTERSECTION OF PERRY PARK ROAD AND PARMLY ROAD
AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF
A CONTRACT WITH THE ILLUMINATING COMPANY FOR THE
PROVISION AND MAINTENANCE THEREOF.

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

The Board discussed recent Health District assessments. They were as follows: 2005-$52,092.00, 2006-$62,352.00 and 2007-$59,229.00.

Chrm. Amos advised that discussions were ongoing with Cemetery Sexton Kathy Leasure regarding various issues and the best way to resolve them.

Chrm. Amos recognized Larry Klco who inquired about the issues with Teen Challenge's septic system and possible sewer line installation. Administrator Siegel stated Teen Challenge seems to be going with a temporary fix for now. Mr. Klco also asked if a gravity sewer line could be installed for Township Park. Administrator Siegel stated they had looked at that in the past but it would definitely be a long term project, if undertaken at all.

Trustee Steele moved and Vice Chrm. Haskell seconded to adjourn to an Executive Session to discuss possible litigation and employee compensation. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS. (The Board adjourned to an Executive Session.)

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

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

MEETING ADJOURNED.

(Minutes Adopted April 4, 2006)

SPECIAL MEETING - FRIDAY, MARCH 24, 2006

The Perry Township Board of Trustees held a Special Meeting on Friday, March 24, 2006 at 8:15 a.m. to consider award of contract for the Spring Cleanup, adoption of 2006 Permanent Appropriations, adoption of amendments to the Zoning Resolution (pursuant to discussion in Public Hearing of March 7, 2006) and amendments to the Rental Policy for the Perry Community & Senior Center. Present were Chairman Amos, Vice Chrm. Haskell, Trustee Steele, Fiscal Officer Page, Administrator Siegel and those whose names appeared on the attached attendance sheet.

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

Chairman Amos called the meeting to order and recognized Vice Chrm. Haskell who moved to contract with Universal Disposal to conduct the 2006 Spring Cleanup on May 13th, at a cost of $675.00/load. Trustee Steele seconded. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
In addition, Vice Chrm. Haskell moved and Trustee Steele seconded to contract with Liberty Tire Service to dispose of discarded tires collected in the Spring Cleanup. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

Administrator Siegel briefly reviewed the following amendments to the Zoning Resolution as proposed for adoption by the Zoning Commission:

1. Amend Subsection 307.04 a) Density of Dwelling Units, lowering the density of the PUD district from four (4) dwelling units per gross acre to two (2) dwelling units per gross acre and six (6) dwelling units per gross acre within the Lakeshore Residential District.

2. Amend Subsection 307.04 b) Open Space Requirements, increasing open space from twenty percent (20%) to forty percent (40%).

3. Amend Subsection 307.04 f) Minimum Floor Area, increasing the minimum floor area of attached single family dwellings from eight hundred (800) square feet of livable floor area plus two hundred (200) square feet of livable floor area for each bedroom to twelve hundred (1200) square feet of livable floor area.

4. Amend Subsection 307.04 h) Setbacks and Separation, increasing the minimum setback from an existing right-of-way from fifty (50) feet to one hundred (100) feet.

5. Amend Subsection 317.01, Permitted Uses, correcting reference of 81 permitted uses in an I-1 since only 79 permitted uses exist in an I-1 district.

Vice Chrm. Haskell moved and Trustee Steele seconded to approve the preceding amendments. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS. (The amendments will take effect 30 days from adoption - April 24, 2006.)

Vice Chrm. Haskell moved and Trustee Steele seconded to amend the Rental Policy for the Community Center two minor changes related to security coverage and use of candles. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

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

RESOLUTION NO. 2006-12

A RESOLUTION TO APPROVE AND ADOPT THE 2006 PERMANENT APPROPRIATIONS IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $14,643,297.50 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.)

There being no further business before the Board, Chrm. Amos moved and Vice Chrm. Haskell seconded to adjourn the Special Meeting. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.

MEETING ADJOURNED.

(Minutes Adopted April 4, 2006)

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