MADISON
TOWNSHIP BOARD OF TRUSTEES
REGULAR
March 8th, 2011 at 7:00PM
The meeting was
called to order by Chairman Bill Brotzman with the following people present: Mr.
Wayman, Mr. Anderson, Mr. Advey, Chief Del Calzo, Mrs. Gerred-Ditchcreek and
Township Solicitor,
Mr. Brotzman led the
audience in reciting the “Pledge of Allegiance.”
The Board and
audience observed a “Moment of Silence.” The
Board would like to remember Pauline Pasko and Ann Akers, 97 years old a former
queen of the Old Fashioned Days. Chief Del Calzo asked the Board to remember
Frank Buckles of Morgantown West Virginia, he was the last surviving US Veteran
of the first World War and now joins the other 4.7 million fellow veterans who
served in that war. Mr. Brotzman noted that he was a young man during World War
I, at the age of 16, he lied about his age in order to serve our country.
Mr. Anderson
presented a motion to approve the minutes of the February 22nd, 2011
Regular Meeting. Mr. Wayman seconded. Roll Call: All Ayes.
Mr. Wayman presented
a motion to approve Bill Lists in the amount of $220,931.08 for March 8th,
2011 (attached and made part of the minutes). Mr. Anderson seconded.
Roll Call: All Ayes.
Mr. Wayman presented
a motion to approve the payroll in the amount of $76,749.94 for March 11th,
2011. Mr. Anderson seconded. Roll
Call: All Ayes.
Mr. Brotzman wished
to welcome Ken Takacs from Madison Village Council and the Vice Chairman for the
Madison Fire District, he also welcomed the students in the audience and asked
that anyone needing their agenda signed to do so after the meeting has been
adjourned.
CITIZENS COMMENTS:
Raymond Wentz, 6598
Lake Road West, asked the Board what can be done about the noise ordinance. He
noted that he has a disorderly neighbor who comes home in the middle of the
night and revs his car engine, which has no exhaust system. He stated that he
heard that a judge threw out the noise ordinance and wondered if there is
anything that can be done. Mr. Brotzman stated that they have addressed this
issue in the past and asked Mr. Graham to respond. Mr. Graham stated that the
portion that was knocked out by the judge was regarding the loud music section.
There is a part regarding loud vehicle noise and he needs to contact the police
department. Mr. Wentz stated that he has done that and has recently had a
restraining order issued against this neighbor. Chief Del Calzo stated that we
can file charges on operating without a muffler, he asked Mr. Wentz to contact
the police upon the next occurrence and if the officer determines there is a
violation occurring in his presence then we will take whatever action we can.
Mr. Wentz thanked the Board and Mr. Brotzman thanked him for his comments.
Robert Hollar, 6733
Dave Drive, asked Mr. Advey about McMackin and Route 20 where there is a dip, he
noted there is now a pothole there as well. Mr. Advey stated that the State is
going to be repaving that section of Route 20 this year. Mr. Brotzman thanked
Mr. Hollar and noted that they discussed this issue some time ago and agreed it
is getting bad. The Chief stated that the State is conducting a study regarding
the safety of that intersection as well.
RESOLUTIONS:
Mr. Anderson presented a
motion to approve Resolution #11-046
a Resolution authorizing participation in the ODOT Cooperative Purchasing
Program. Mr. Wayman seconded. Mr.
Brotzman stated that the Township already purchases salt through this program
and this resolution will allow us to take part in possibly purchasing other road
material items from them as well. Roll Call: All Ayes
Mr. Anderson presented a
motion to approve Resolution #11-048
a Resolution Appropriating $13,148.78 from Unappropriated into two separate Fund
Lines ($791.00) Machinery, Equipment & Furniture and ($12,357.78) Other Supplies
and Materials. Mr. Wayman seconded. Roll
Call: All Ayes
Mr. Wayman presented a
motion to approve Resolution #11-049
a Resolution renewing the agreement between the Lake County Board of
Commissioners on behalf of the Lake County Stormwater Management Division and
Madison Township for Regional Waterways Maintenance. Mr. Anderson seconded. Mr.
Wayman asked Mr. Advey when this will begin, Mr. Advey stated May 1st.
Roll Call: All Ayes
ADMINISTRATION
POLICE DEPARTMENT:
Chief Del Calzo stated that the Madison Township Police Department would yearly
recognize an officer of the year, who was chosen by the peers of that officer.
He stated that for whatever reason, the Township got away from doing that. The
Chief noted that several officers approached him about reinstating this
recognition. The Chief stated that he agrees that it should be reinstated and
that with great pleasure and pride he announces that the 2011 Officer of the
Year award is being given to Patrolman Matt Gosnik. He stated that it is
particularly significant as he feels that all of our officers do an outstanding
job and are very proud of the community and the support they have from it.
Chief Del Calzo wished to thank the members of the community for the two new
vehicles that they were able to purchase and stated that they wouldn’t be able
to purchase those vehicles without their support.
LEGAL:
None
FISCAL OFFICER:
None
ADMINISTRATOR:
ZONING:
None
SERVICE/PUBLIC
WORKS:
Mr. Anderson presented a
motion to authorize the LC Engineer to advertise for 2011 bids to resurface
various roads in Madison Twp. Mr. Wayman seconded. Roll Call: All Ayes
Mr. Wayman presented a
motion to approve hiring of C.I.R., Inc. General Contractors for Storm sewer
inlet repair at 1444 Davista Drive at a cost of $5,140.00. Mr. Anderson
seconded. Roll Call: All Ayes
BUILDINGS/GROUNDS:
Mr. Anderson presented a
motion to approve the agreement between the Board of Madison Township Trustees
and Land Design Corp., Inc. for professional services on OPWC PY-11 Round 25
Phase I Storm Trunk Sewer at a cost of $56,000.00. Mr. Wayman seconded. Roll
Call: All Ayes
CEMETERY/OTHER:
Mr. Advey advised
discussed the February Cemetery Report with the Board. He stated that four lots
were sold in Arcola, and two in North Madison for a total of six lots sold at
$1,800.00. Two footers were sold for a total of $176.00, and eight burials were
completed for a total of $1,700.00 for total revenue of $3,676.00 for February
and year to date receipts are $7,828.00.
Mr. Advey noted that there
is Stormwater Educational Material on display in meeting room.
Mr. Wayman presented a
motion to hire Marvin Christian as seasonal part-time Stormwater Laborer for the
Service Department with no benefits at a rate of $15.00 per hour starting May 1st,
2011 through December 31st, 2011. Mr. Anderson seconded. Mr. Anderson
asked how many hours they will be putting in. Mr. Advey stated that it varies,
depending upon weather and other circumstances. Roll Call: All Ayes
Mr. Wayman presented a
motion to hire Ira Holbrook as seasonal part-time Stormwater Laborer for the
Service Department with no benefits at a rate of $15.00 per hour starting May 1st,
2011 through December 31st, 2011. Mr. Anderson seconded. Mr. Wayman
stated that these two men that the Board just hired have been with us for a
couple of years now and are retired union operators and really know how to
operate the equipment and do a great job for the Township. Roll Call: All Ayes
Mr. Anderson
presented a motion to approve OTARMA
Insurance Renewal Premium at a cost of $72,285.00 for 2011-2012. Mr. Wayman
seconded. Mr. Brotzman stated that we are actually saving money this year and
the losses are down to a minimum and noted that the Township will get
approximately $12,000.00 back on a voucher system so our total is approximately
$59,000.00, where last year we paid approximately $62,000.00. Roll Call: All
Ayes
Mr. Anderson presented a
motion to Motion to rent from Southeastern Equipment Company, an excavator at a
cost of $2,900.00 per month for six months in conjunction with the Stormwater
Department Regional Ditch Reimbursement Program starting on May 1st,
2011 through October 31st, 2011. Mr. Advey noted that the equipment
rental is only through October but the workers were hired through December and
that is due to the weather. If it gets bad, we will no longer use the workers
but if it stays good, the Township will extend the equipment rental. He also
added that the Township has participated in the program for the last five years
and ditches that haven’t been cleaned in forty years were cleaned and he
strongly feels that the flooding we recently had would have been worse if it
hadn’t been done. Mr. Wayman seconded. Roll Call: All Ayes
Mr. Wayman presented a
motion to approve the Proxy Statement, Larry Advey, Administrator to represent
Madison Township, “Member”, with Ohio Township Association Risk Management
Authority, “Pool”, and alternate, Marina Rimes, Assistant Fiscal Officer as
liaison between “Member” and the “Pool”. Mr. Anderson seconded. Roll Call: All
Ayes
Mr. Wayman presented a
motion to pay Madison Community Improvement Corporation a one-time initiation
fee of $50.00 and to name Max Anderson and Larry Advey as Madison Township
Representatives. Mr. Anderson seconded. Mr. Brotzman noted that Madison Village
has approved this at their last meeting as well, moving everyone in the right
direction. Roll Call: All Ayes
Mr. Anderson presented a
motion to renew the Stanton Park pool permit at a cost of $65.00. Mr. Wayman
seconded. Roll Call: All Ayes
BOARD/STANDING
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
Mr. Brotzman stated that
the next meeting is on Wednesday, March 16th at 7:00pm. He noted that
the potential architect is narrowed down to about nine candidates. That will be
turned over to the new building committee. Mr. Anderson stated that he and Chief
Lutz went to TriPoint last week and he presented to them the ambulance runs from
the new emergency center, which the hospital is on board with, and will result
in increased revenue for the Fire District.
Health Board:
Mr. Wayman stated
that the annual meeting is next Monday, March 14th at 7:00pm, in
which he will be attending.
Recreation Board
The next Board
meeting is on March 24th at 8:00pm
Lake County Township
Association:
Mr. Wayman stated
that there is usually a meeting in the spring and will be watching for that
notification soon.
Senior Board:
Mr. Anderson stated
that the next Senior Board meeting will be on April 21st at 4:00pm at
the Senior Center.
Community
Improvement Corporation:
The annual meeting
is Wednesday at noon.
Other:
Mr. Brotzman wished
to congratulate Nick Montgomery, Soren Iverson, and Josh Ransom on their Premier
Athletic Conference wrestling championship.
Mr. Brotzman was
reading the Hockey News from November issue and a letter to the Editor regarding
the Monsters and that letter came from Ken Callow of Madison, Ohio.
Mr. Brotzman stated
that Terry Gerred-Ditchcrreek will be going to Columbus this weekend because her
grandson is playing for St. Ed’s hockey team in the semi finals against Gilmore,
and if they win that game will play St. Francis.
Mr. Brotzman wished
to comment on the recent actions by the “rookie” Governors in states like Ohio
and Wisconsin trying to destroy collective bargaining and blaming collective
bargaining for the State’s debt, which Mr. Brotzman stated is pure absurdity.
Mr. Brotzman is very disappointed in Senate Bill 5, and feels these new
Governors are targeting a constituency that doesn’t support them. He gave the
example of North Carolina, who has no collective bargaining and is currently in
a deficit. He added that the State of Montana has collective bargaining and they
are running a surplus.
Max Sorensen, 5861
Shore Drive, invited the audience to the Madison Township Bicentennial at
Madison High School, there will be many historical items on display, reading of
old minutes, refreshments, MHS Choir and Jazz Band, Color Guard and many former
elected officials will be invited to attend.
William A Brotzman, Chairman
Terry Gerred-Ditchcreek, Fiscal Officer