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The regular meeting of the Danbury Township Board of Trustees held April 9, 2008 was called to order by the President, Ms. Dianne M. Rozak with Ms. Rozak, Mr. John C. Englebeck and Mr. David M. Hirt in attendance.
Visitors at the meeting were: Frank Harmon, William Hirt, Sr., Jan Hirt, Ted Kaznoch, Brett Waldron, Michelle Waldron, Jim Dress, Mike Meisler, Rita Mahler, Tony Novak, Dan Bergman, Lindsay Bergman and Patricia Englebeck.
Approve Minutes
Minutes of the March 26, 2008 zoning and regular meetings and the April 2, 2008 special meeting were approved as submitted.
Correspondence
The following correspondence was received:
Copy of a letter from the Ohio EPA to Janet Akosi, Executor of the estate of Paul Hnatiak, stating that a site inspection of the Hnatiak property at 9878 E. Bayshore Rd. revealed no scrap tires or other solid waste was visible. As a result the EPA now considers the case against this property closed.
Alternative Health Insurance Plan
Frank Harmon of Ohio Insurance Services Agency, Inc., Columbus was present to discuss an alternate health insurance plan which could save the township up to an estimated $65,000 annually. He explained the program which is a high deductible, health reimbursement arrangement (HRA) and how employees would be affected under this arrangement.
Fiscal Officer Rhonda Botti Sowers asked that the Board table any action on this plan until she has time to look into the specific accounting requirements for setting up this type of plan.
Quotes for Sign at Meadowbrook
Ms. Rozak reported she has now received a quote from Allure Signs which meets all requirements established by the Board for a sign at Meadowbrook. The three quotes received are from Plastic Lumber in the amount of $2,213.50 plus shipping and handling; Allure Signs in the amount of $2,035.00; and the WSOS Quilter Sign Shop in the amount of $1,960.00.
Ms. Rozak moved to accept the estimate from the WSOS Quilter Sign Shop in the amount of $1,960.00. Second by Mr. Englebeck. Vote: Mr. Englebeck-yes; Mr. Hirt-yes; Ms. Rozak-yes. Motion carried.
Mower Quotes
Prior to discussion on quotes for the purchase of a new mower, Mr. Hirt removed himself from any discussion or action on this matter and left the meeting room.
Ms. Rozak distributed copies of a spreadsheet she had prepared to compare the five mower bids that were received at the last meeting. She also reported she has learned that Ferris had a state bid contract for mowers but it expired at the end of February. They are currently in the process of submitting a bid to the State for a new contract.
Due to the fact that Road Supt. Jim Dress has stated his preference for a mower with independent suspension, which Ferris mowers have, Ms. Rozak and Mr. Englebeck agreed to table any action until Ferris obtains a state bid contract.
LED Stop Sign
Chief Meisler reported he has been advised the township does not need permission from ODOT to install an LED stop sign at the intersection of Bayshore and Danbury North Roads because this intersection does not come under ODOT jurisdiction. In discussion it was determined these are county roads. Chief Meisler will contact County Engineer Dave Brunkhorst to find out about installing this type of sign.
Mr. Englebeck noted a sign of this type located at the intersection of I-280 and SR 420 has been out of service for several months and would like to know if there is some sort of problem with this type of sign that the Board should know about before proceeding.
Ms. Rozak stated she would like to know who will physically install the sign as well as who will maintain it.
Ptl. Stucky Announces Retirement
Ptl. Roland V. Stucky submitted a letter to the Board announcing his intention to retire from the Police Dept. effective July 1, 2008.
Mr. Hirt said Mr. Stucky agreed to continue in his position as Fire Prevention Officer after he retires.
Trustees agreed to advertise one time each in The Peninsula News, News Herald, Beacon and Sandusky Register for police applicants in order to have a list of qualified candidates when an opening on the department exists.
Resolution Commemorating Nathanial Hartman
Achieving the Rank of Eagle Scout
Ms. Rozak moved adoption of the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Nathanial Hartman has achieved the rank of Eagle Scout, and
WHEREAS, The Danbury Township Board of Trustees are tremendously proud
Nathanial has set an exemplary model for others to follow, and
WHEREAS, Nathanial’s numerous hours of community service, dedication to local
organizations and academic achievement has not gone unnoticed,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Danbury Township Board of Trustees
on this 9th day of April 2008, that, Nathanial Hartman is duly recognized for his outstanding achievement and exceptional service to his fellow citizens.
Second by Mr. Englebeck. Vote: Mr. Englebeck-yes; Mr. Hirt-yes; Ms. Rozak-yes. Motion carried.
Indian Burial Site to be Dedicated at Cove on the Bay
Ms. Rozak announced that the Wyandot Nation recently purchased several lots in the Cove on the Bay subdivision where they will establish and dedicate a burial site to preserve the Indian remains discovered during the development of the property. Sherry Clemons, cultural event coordinator for the Wyandot Nation, is extending an invitation to attend a dedication ceremony at the site on Wednesday, May 28 at 10 a.m. Chief Leaford Bearskin will conduct the ceremony.
Ottawa County Work Experience Program
Ms. Rozak reported on information she received regarding the Ottawa County Work Experience program. Administered through the Dept. of Jobs and Family Services, the program is used to place people who receive assistance in jobs working from 10 to 35 hours per week to offset the money they receive.
Supt. Jim Dress said the township has participated in this program in the past but he does not currently have a need for a worker from this program.
Approve Fiscal Officer Bond
Ms. Rozak moved to approve the fiscal officer’s bond in the amount of $195,000.00. Second by Mr. Englebeck. Vote: Mr. Englebeck-yes; Mr. Hirt-yes; Ms. Rozak-yes. Motion carried.
Ms. Rozak explained the bond amount is set by law based on the township’s budget.
Approve Zoning Inspector Bond
Mr. Hirt moved to approve a zoning inspector bond for Rhonda Botti Sowers in the amount of $5,000.00. Second by Mr. Englebeck. Vote: Mr. Englebeck-yes; Mr. Hirt-yes; Ms. Rozak-yes. Motion carried.
Approve March Financial Reports
Mr. Hirt moved to approve the March financial reports as submitted by the Fiscal Officer. Second by Mr. Englebeck. Vote: Mr. Englebeck-yes; Mr. Hirt-yes; Ms. Rozak-yes. Motion carried.
Approve Payment of Bills
After examining the following bills in the amount of $45,895.04, Ms. Rozak moved that they be accepted and warrants for the various amounts be drawn. Second by Mr. Hirt. Vote: Mr. Englebeck-yes; Mr. Hirt-yes; Ms. Rozak-yes. Motion carried.
32547 John L. Belcher March 8-21 salary 950.96
32548 Daniel J. Bergman March 8-21 salary 1330.10
32549 Deborah K. Burley-Biro March 8-21 salary 379.43
32550 J. Charles Cunningham March 8-21 salary 1246.67
32551 James E. Dress March 8-21 salary 1321.68
32552 John C. Englebeck April Trustee's salary 779.14
32553 Jared E. Griffith March 8-21 salary 1284.77
32554 David M. Hirt April Trustee's salary 794.14
32555 Mark A. Meisler March 8-21 salary 1319.95
32556 Michael S. Meisler March 8-21 salary 1568.73
32557 David M. Molter, Jr. March 8-21 salary 1248.23
32558 Dianne M. Rozak April Trustee's salary 848.11
32559 Rhonda Botti Sowers April Fiscal Officer's salary 1321.54
32560 Rhonda Botti Sowers March 8-21 salary 1138.94
32561 Roland V. Stucky II March 8-21 salary 1184.27
32562 Brandon L. Taylor March 8-21 salary 1144.02
32563 Brett A. Waldron March 8-21 salary 1196.27
32564 State Disbursement Child support withholding 71.88
32565 OCSPC Child support withholding 141.23
32566 City of Port Clinton 1st quarter tax withholding 162.07
32567 Ottawa Co. Engineer Road salt 18858.58
32568 Hylant Administrative Bonds 492.00
32569 Treas., State of Ohio UAN fee 915.00
32570 OCSE Water 21.00
32571 Garner/Northern Portable Toilets 149.00
32572 Culligan of Northern Ohio Bottled water 33.50
32573 D.R. Ebel Repairs 77.62
32574 BEC Associates Survey 1547.00
32575 Pioneer Mfg. Misc. supplies 308.95
32576 Streacker Tractor Repairs and equipment 1172.97
32577 Gordon Lumber Co. Misc. supplies 221.94
32578 Lowe's Misc. supplies 122.22
32579 Don's Body Shop Repairs to cruiser 70.12
32580 Cyclone Services Dumpster for barn demolition 470.00
32581 OCPCA Annual Membership dues 15.00
32582 Lakeland Auto Misc. supplies 92.42
32583 Midway, Inc. Repairs to truck 207.40
32584 Momar, Inc. Misc. supplies 310.89
32585 Chempace Misc. supplies 275.00
32586 Lafarge Stone 513.41
32587 Sandusky Electric Floodlight 12.50
32588 Lakecraft Corp. Backhoe forks 42.80
32589 Judith Burchfield Transcription service 38.00
32590 First Communications Long distance service 14.12
32591 Anthem Life Life insurance 481.47
Approve Payment to Luckey Farmers
Mr. Hirt moved to approve payment of check no. 32592 to Luckey Farmers, Inc. in the amount of $4,435.37 for gas and diesel. Second by Ms. Rozak. Vote: Mr. Hirt-yes; Ms. Rozak-yes. Motion carried. Mr. Englebeck abstained.
Motion to transfer $400,000 to STAR Ohio Investment
Ms. Rozak moved to transfer $400,000.00 via warrant #32593 from the Marblehead Bank checking account to STAR Ohio investment. Second by Mr. Englebeck. Vote: Mr. Englebeck-yes; Mr. Hirt-yes; Ms. Rozak-yes. Motion carried.
Asphalt for Lakepoint Park
Mr. Englebeck reported it is too early in the season to obtain bids for paving the approach to the parking area at Lakepoint Park. Trustees will wait until later in the year to obtain at least three estimates for consideration.
Cemetery Planting
Mr. Englebeck said volunteers will be planting cosmos seeds along the fence at Sackett Cemetery on Saturday, April 26 at 10 a.m.
Fire Hydrant Fittings
Mr. Hirt said he has spoken with Kelly Frey of the Sanitary Engineer’s office to convey the fire departments’ recommendation that any new hydrants installed in Danbury Twp. be equipped with Storz couplings. Mr. Frey asked that the Board send a written request to his office.
Paint Recycling
Mr. Hirt reported that he had spoken with Tim Wasserman and Amy Drummer of the Joint Solid Waste District to see if the township could act as a transfer station by accepting paint at the spring clean-up and then transporting it to the district’s household hazardous waste recycling event in May. While both were in favor of the idea they agreed to get back with the Board to advise if this can be done.
Biodegradable Leaf Bags
Ms. Rozak noted the leaf bags have been received and are being distributed to the public. Due to the fact they are packaged in rolls of 12 bags each, Trustees amended their March 12 action to state that bags will be offered free of charge to township residents with a limit of 12 bags per person.
Zoning Report
Zoning reports were submitted listing a total of 14 permits issued during the month of March and 5 permits for the month of April to date.
BZA Hearings
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold hearings at 6:30 p.m. April 16, 2008 on the following applications:
#019-08 by William, Jr. and Carolynn Snyder requesting a use variance to allow the construction of a 48’ x 90’ pole building to be used as a tool and machine shop at 1188 Englebeck Rd. in the “R-1” Rural Residential district.
#026-08 by Robert Boyer, agent for Keith Boyer requesting an area variance to allow a side yard setback of 4 feet for the purpose of constructing a two story addition on an existing foundation at 388 N. Miley Dr. in the “R-C” Recreational-Commercial district.
#029-08 by Gerard and Cynthia Gecik requesting an area variance to allow an expansion of an existing non-conforming structure in excess of 20% of the floor area at 601 Central Ave. in the “L” Lakeside District.
A review of modifications made to the condominium plan approved January 29, 2008 in application #218-07 by Lakeshore Development LLC at 9886 E. Bayshore Rd. in the “R-C” Recreational-Commercial district.
Comments/Concerns
Ted Kaznoch commented that he believes attendance at township meetings has declined because the Trustees no longer allow comments at the beginning of meetings but instead hold them until after all business has been conducted. He said this prohibits visitors from having any say in decisions that are made.
Tony Novak commented that when following Roberts Rules of Order, comments are always held until the end of the meeting.
There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at: 8:23 p.m.
The only official public record of Danbury Township is the paper file(s) located at Danbury Township Hall. The official approved copy of township minutes including attachments and references is available for review or purchase. Contact the Township Fiscal Officer at (419) 732-3039 or via e-mail danbury.twp@cros.net to make arrangements for record review or purchase.
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