Perry Township Board of Trustees
Minutes of Meetings - September, 2009
REGULAR MEETING - TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2009
The Perry Township Board of Trustees held a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, September 1, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. Present
were Chairman Haskell, Vice Chairman Amos, Trustee Steele, Fiscal Officer Page, Administrator Siegel and those
whose names appear on the attached attendance sheet.
The News Herald was advised of this meeting according to law.
Chrm. Haskell called the meeting to order and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Vice Chrm. Amos moved and Chrm. Haskell seconded to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting held Tuesday, August
18, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. POLL OF BOARD: 2 Ayes. MOTION PASSED.
TFO Page informed the Board that the registration numbers for the Summer Swim & Recreation Program at the Lake
County YMCA Outdoor Family Center had exceeded initial estimates and that, as a result, the Outdoor YMCA had billed
for the additional costs. Chrm. Haskell moved and Trustee Steele seconded to pay $1283.00 to the Outdoor YMCA.
POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
Chrm. Haskell moved and Vice Chrm. Amos seconded to approve the revisions to the Perry Township Zoning Resolution,
as discussed in the Public Hearing of August 25, 2009. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS. (Zoning changes
to take effect October 1, 2009.)
Chrm. Haskell recognized Administrator Siegel who advised regarding:
1. Chrm. Haskell moved and Trustee Steele seconded to approve expenditure of $24,999.00 for costs related to Fall
Cleanup and Tire Pickup to be held November 7, 2009. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
2. Chrm. Haskell moved and Trustee Steele seconded to purchase a 60" Encore mower from Four Seasons Equipment
at a cost of $6500.00. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
3. Chrm. Haskell moved and Vice Chrm. Amos seconded to pay $5700.00 to Shannon Fence for the purchase and installation
of a 20' x 60' section of chain link fence at the field on Parmly Road. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
Chairman Haskell presented the following captioned Resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 2009-47
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE FISCAL OFFICER TO CERTIFY ASSESSED
STREET LIGHTING TO THE COUNTY AUDITOR FOR THE TAX YEAR 2009, SAME BEING COLLECTIBLE IN THE CALENDAR YEAR 2010.
Vice Chrm. Amos seconded. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. RESOLUTION ADOPTED. Complete Resolution on file.
Chrm. Haskell advised regarding:
1. Lake County Economic Development representatives will meet at Hellriegel's for a luncheon meeting on September
17th.
2. Correspondence from Vanessa Pesec of the Lake County Planning Commission regarding the Northeast Ohio Gas Accountability
Project (NEOGAP), sponsored by Senator Tim Grendell.
3. The Lake County Trail Walk, a 5K trail race/walk will be held at the Lake County YMCA Outdoor Family Center
on September 12th.
4. Zoning Appeals Board will meet on September 9, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. to hear a variance request.
Vice Chrm. Amos noted that installation of the windbreak has been completed at the Township Park pavilion and works
nicely. Chrm. Haskell commented that the columbarium pad in the Cemetery looks very nice, as well. Although the
Board further discussed marker choices for the columbarium niches, no final decision has been made as yet.
Trustee Steele advised regarding:
1. Trustee Steele spoke about the summer concert series at Perry Township Park saying that the there were great
turnouts for each Wednesday night concert. Trustee Steele complimented Sandi Mack in the Administrative Office
for her hard work and thanked the sponsors who contributed to the events.
2. Trustee Steele moved and Vice Chrm. Amos seconded to pay $500.00 to Carleen Roessner for reconveyance of graves
6 & 7 East in Div. 21, Lot 7 of Center Road Cemetery. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
3. 5th Annual Fall Festival, sponsored by Perry Area Joint Recreation District, will be held Saturday, September
12th and Sunday, September 13th at Call Road Park in Perry Village. Hours for the event are 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
on Saturday and 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm on Sunday.
Chrm. Haskell again asked from input from the floor. Jack Federau of Clark Road complained about streetlights not
working properly on Clark and Blackmore Roads. Mark Welch reported to the Board on recent activities of the Lake
County Coastal Planning Commission and SEAMAG grant applications. Mr. Welch also informed the Board that the LCPC
stimulus application was denied. Mr. Federau also inquired whether the Fire District would be present at the Fall
Festival. Mrs. Steele replied they would be there exhibiting engines, emergency vehicles and providing public education
information.
There being no other business, Vice Chrm. Amos moved and Trustee Steele seconded to adjourn the Regular Meeting.
POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
MEETING ADJOURNED.
(Minutes Adopted September 15, 2009)
REGULAR MEETING - TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2009
The Perry Township Board of Trustees held a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, September 15, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. Present
were Chairman Haskell, Vice Chairman Amos, Trustee Steele, Fiscal Officer Page, Administrator Siegel and those
whose names appear on the attached attendance sheet.
The News Herald was advised of this meeting according to law.
Chrm. Haskell called the meeting to order and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Vice Chrm. Amos moved and Trustee Steele seconded to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting held Tuesday, September
1, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
TFO Page inquired if the Board was prepared to schedule Trick or Treat and advised on the date and time for the
Safety Forces Halloween Party. Vice Chrm. Amos moved and Trustee Steele seconded to schedule Trick or Treat to
be held on Saturday, October 31, 2009 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. to coincide with the Safety Forces Halloween Party.
POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
TFO Page reported that the State Auditors have completed the Township's audit.
Chrm. Haskell opened the meeting to the floor. Mr. Jack Federau commended Perry Safety Forces for providing a Halloween
Party for the children each year.
Captain Sparkman of the Lake County Sheriff's Department was in attendance and delivered the CAD Report for August.
He reported on issues involving speed limit violations and suspected drug activity on Middle Ridge and advised
of increased patrols for that area.
Chrm. Haskell moved and Trustee Steele seconded to contribute $700.00 to Perry Firefighters Local 3003 for the
annual children's Halloween party. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
Chrm. Haskell moved and Trustee Steele seconded to cancel the November 3rd Trustees Meeting due to Election Day
and reschedule it for Tuesday, November 10, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
Chrm. Haskell reported the Zoning Commission will meet this evening at 6:30 p.m.
Chrm. Haskell advised receipt of invitation from the Friends of Laketran to attend a Laketran Fundraiser at LaMalfa
Center on October 9, 2009.
Vice Chrm. Amos reported on the Perry Fall Festival which benefits the Recreation Dept. and advised that it was
again an outstanding success and commended Karen Sundy for all her time in organizing the two-day event. Thanks
were also extended to everyone who donated or assisted with the Festival. Chrm. Haskell suggested that picnic-type
games could be considered for next year's festival.
Park Manager Charlotte Kline addressed the Board concerning her position with the Township for the 2010 Park Season.
The Board advised Ms. Kline that they are extremely satisfied with the situation and the attitude and environment
at the Park has improved immensely and see no reason not to enter into a new contract next year.
Chrm. Haskell spoke about the Township utilizing community service workers whenever possible and that many are
in need of work to complete court ordered community service time.
Trustee Steele advised of the Perry Alumni Dinner scheduled on September 19, 2009 at 6:00 p.m.
Trustee Steele moved and Chrm. Haskell seconded to approve amendments to the Community Center Rental Contract &
Rental Policy. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS. (Complete revised contract & policy on file.)
Discussion took place regarding rates for the new Columbarium. Trustee Steele moved and Vice Chrm. Amos seconded
to establish rates as follows: Niche - $600.00 resident, $1000.00 non-resident, $200.00 of the Niche rate will
be for perpetual care; Opening - $100.00; Plaque - $300.00. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
Chrm. Haskell suggested a possible increase in the 2010 seasonal camping rates and advised that the matter will
be addressed at the next meeting on October 6th.
Chrm. Haskell again asked for input from the floor. Captain Sparkman inquired whether the Trustees have considered
establishing a daytime curfew. Although it is undetermined, at this point the Board feels it to be a non-issue.
Discussion again took place regarding the possibility of installing a surveillance camera in the Blackmore/Clark/Perry
Park Rd area, however Captain Sparkman advised that technical issues at the Sheriff's Dept. are unresolved.
Mr. Federau reminded the Board that the street light is out at the Blackmore Rd. & Clark Rd. intersection and
advised of issues with the street lighting in the area of Lane Rd. Ext. and Niagra. Mr. Federau was informed that
both area would be reported.
There being no further business before the Board, Vice Chrm. Amos moved and Trustee Steele seconded to adjourn
the Regular Meeting. POLL OF BOARD: 3 Ayes. MOTION UNANIMOUS.
MEETING ADJOURNED.
(Minutes Adopted October 6, 2009)
SPECIAL MEETING - WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2009
The Perry Township Board of Trustees held a Special Meeting on Wednesday, September 30, 2009 at 8:30 a.m. to
consider adoption of the Resolution accepting the amounts and rates for tax revenues for 2010 from the Lake County
Budget Commission.
Chairman Haskell presented and moved for Adoption the following Resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2009-48
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE AMOUNTS AND RATES
AS DETERMINED BY THE BUDGET COMMISSION AND
AUTHORIZING THE NECESSARY TAX LEVIES AND
CERTIFYING THEM TO THE COUNTY AUDITOR.
Mr. Amos seconded the Motion. POLL OF BOARD: 2 AYES.
RESOLUTION ADOPTED THIS 30TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER, 2009.
There being no further business before the Board, Chairman Haskell moved and Vice Chrm. Amos seconded to adjourn
the Special Meeting. POLL OF BOARD: 2 Ayes. MOTION ADOPTED.
MEETING ADJOURNED.
(Minutes Adopted November 17, 2009)
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