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The regular meeting of the Danbury Township Board of Trustees held March 12, 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: Ted Kaznoch, Jim Dress, Chris Timko-Grate, Mike Meisler, Debra Griffin and Loretta Grentzer.
Approve Minutes
Minutes of the February 27 special and regular meetings were approved as submitted.
Correspondence
The following correspondence was received:
Thank you from the Ottawa County Drug Task Force for the township’s recent donation.
Thank you from Humane Society of Ottawa County for the township’s recent donation.
Notice that the first of two required public hearings for the FY 2008 CDBG Program will be held April 1, 2008 at 1:30 p.m. in the Ottawa County Courthouse Assembly room. Communities and county agencies are asked to submit potential CDBG projects to the Ottawa Regional Planning Commission by May 16, 2008. To qualify, at least fifty-one percent of all beneficiaries must be low and moderate income or the project must aid in the elimination of slum or blighted conditions.
Offer to Purchase and Move Todd House
Trustees received an offer from Gayla Jo Taylor to purchase the Todd house for $25.00 and move it to her property which is adjacent to the house's current location.
Mr. Hirt moved to accept the offer from Gayla Jo Taylor with the stipulation that the house must be moved by May 15, 2008 or the Board will proceed with having the structure demolished. Second by Mr. Englebeck. Vote: Mr. Englebeck-yes; Mr. Hirt-yes; Ms. Rozak-yes. Motion carried.
Ms. Rozak moved, that if the house is not removed from the property by May 15, 2008, to accept the bid from John Kosa Excavating to demolish the structure; and if the house is moved by May 15, 2008 to accept that portion of Mr. Kosa's quote for filling the cistern, septic system and foundation. Second by Mr. Englebeck. Vote: Mr. Englebeck-yes; Mr. Hirt-yes; Ms. Rozak-yes. Motion carried.
Property Surveys
Ms. Rozak reported that a survey of the Nash property is currently being completed by BEC and of the Kihlken property by Feick Surveyors in preparation for land acquisitions by the township.
Sign for Meadowbrook
Ms. Rozak is in the process of obtaining several estimates for a sign to be erected at Meadowbrook. This sign is required as an acknowledgement of the Ohio Public Works grant.
Portable Restrooms for Meadowbrook
Trustees agreed to provide a portable toilet at the Meadowbrook preserve from May 1 to November 1.
Asphalt for Lakepoint Park
Last fall Trustees discussed paving the approach to the parking area at Lakepoint Park, but tabled any further consideration until spring. Mr. Dress will obtain at least three estimates for the Board’s consideration.
Barnes – Leaf Pickup
Following discussion at the last meeting, Mr. Englebeck reported that the Village of Marblehead obtains its paper leaf bags from Starcher Enterprises at a cost of $3.00 for a pack of 5 bags. Trustees agreed to proceed with the biodegradable plastic bags from Barnes Nursery at a cost of fifty-five cents per bag. Bags will be offered free of charge to township residents with a limit of 10 bags per person. Leaf drop off will be available during the month of April and again in the fall during the months of October and November.
LED Stop Sign
Regarding the recommendation by Chief Meisler to erect an LED stop sign at the intersection of Danbury North and Bayshore Roads, Ms. Rozak reported that County Engineer Dave Brunkhorst said this is not a high crash incidence intersection and suggested the Board try police enforcement with the existing signs before going to the expense of an LED sign.
Fiscal Officer Rhonda Botti Sowers asked if the township is authorized to erect a sign on a state road.
Chief Meisler said it was Mike Stormer of ODOT who recommended an LED sign at this location but the state did not follow through with a sign.
Trustees will have Chief Meisler contact Mr. Stormer to see if the township can be authorized to erect an LED stop sign at this intersection.
Nuisance Complaints
As a result of a nuisance complaint filed by Vince Kelley, Mr. Hirt reported viewing the properties at 1591 and 1592 S. Marblewood. Both are rental properties. He contacted the owners of both homes. Mr. Shortridge, owner of 1592 Marblewood has agreed to correct the situation on his property. Mr. Hirt is still trying to contact the occupant at 1591 Marblewood.
Newsletter
Trustees agreed to two additional items for the newsletter. The first is to let organizations know that the Board members are available to speak at meetings. The second is to announce that Ms. Rozak will conduct a mushroom hike at Meadowbrook on May 3.
Police Policy
Ms. Rozak reported the proposed police policy has been reviewed by County Prosecutor Mark Mulligan who made several suggested revisions. These and several changes recommended by the Board will be incorporated before the policy is adopted by the Board.
Set Zoning Hearing
The Board will hold a hearing at 6:30 p.m. March 26, 2008 at the Danbury Township Hall on application #012-08 for text amendments as initiated by motion of the Danbury Township Zoning Commission. The amendments apply to regulations regarding accessory structures.
Sign Cemetery Deed
Trustees signed a cemetery deed to Pat Pace for graves 6 and 7 in lot 143 of the second addition to Sackett Cemetery.
Approve February Financial Report
Mr. Hirt moved to approve the February financial report. 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 $34,853.71, Mr. Hirt moved that they be accepted and warrants for the various amounts be drawn. Second by Mr. Englebeck. Vote: Mr. Englebeck-yes; Mr. Hirt-yes; Ms. Rozak-yes. Motion carried.
32467 John L. Belcher February 9-22 salary 1009.86
32468 Daniel J. Bergman February 9-22 salary 1362.47
32469 Deborah K. Burley-Biro February 9-22 salary 319.91
32470 J. Charles Cunningham February 9-22 salary 1353.64
32471 James E. Dress February 9-22 salary 1258.95
32472 John C. Englebeck March Trustee salary 779.15
32473 Jared E. Griffith February 9-22 salary 1319.25
32474 David M. Hirt March Trustee salary 794.15
32475 Mark A. Meisler February 9-22 salary 1357.38
32476 Michael S. Meisler February 9-22 salary 1577.27
32477 David M. Molter, Jr. February 9-22 salary 1329.70
32478 Dianne M. Rozak March Trustee salary 848.12
32479 Rhonda Botti Sowers March Fiscal Officer salary 1321.53
32480 Rhonda Botti Sowers February 9-22 salary 1138.94
32481 Roland V. Stucky II February 9-22 salary 1265.48
32482 Brandon L. Taylor February 9-22 salary 1316.61
32483 Brett A. Waldron February 9-22 salary 1228.50
32484 State Disbursement Child support withholding 71.88
32485 OCSPC Child support withholding 141.23
32486 The Collaborative Meadowbrook Master Plan 8750.00
32487 Vision Service Plan Medical-vision 203.25
32488 Anthem Life Insurance Life Insurance 481.47
32489 Transcore Maintenance Agreement 3395.00
32490 Green Guard First aid supplies 19.29
32491 First Communications Long distance service 7.56
32492 FanMark, Inc. Tire repair 12.00
32493 Chief Holster 55.98
32494 The Peninsula News Legal advertising 58.05
32495 Ohio Edison Sirens 77.40
32496 Ohio Edison Street lighting 522.17
32497 Port Clinton Ford Mercury Repairs to cruiser 645.55
32498 pcCoM Technologies Computer repairs 183.75
32499 OCSE Water 21.00
32500 Culligan Bottled water 27.00
32501 Momar, Inc. Misc. supplies 269.23
32502 JVS Garage Door Repairs to garage door 14.40
32503 Lowe's Misc. supplies 139.56
32504 Bassett's IGA Photo developing 15.90
32505 Cintas Corporation Uniforms 62.04
32506 Starcher Enterprises Misc. supplies 44.09
32507 Brett A. Waldron Reimburse for training 55.00
Approve Payment to Luckey Farmers
Ms. Rozak moved to approve payment of check no. 32508 to Luckey Farmers, Inc. in the amount of $3,217.90 for gas and diesel. Second by Mr. Hirt. Vote: Mr. Hirt-yes; Ms. Rozak-yes. Motion carried. Mr. Englebeck abstained.
Snow Plow Blade
Mr. Hirt moved to give the 1978 snow plow blade which was previously declared surplus property to Portage Township for use as a spare. Second by Mr. Englebeck. Vote: Mr. Englebeck-yes; Mr. Hirt-yes; Ms. Rozak-yes. Motion carried.
Zoning Report
Zoning reports were submitted listing a total of 6 zoning permits issued during the month of February and 1 permit for the month of March to date.
Comments/Concerns
Loretta Grentzer commended the township road crew for the excellent job they do maintaining the roads. Mrs. Grentzer also stated the turnout at trustee meetings is pathetic and asked if there is anything that can be done to get people to attend meetings.
Ms. Rozak said the board sends a meeting recap to all of the local newspapers for publication, mails a quarterly newsletter to all households in the township and posts meeting minutes online in an effort to keep people informed about township business. She added that in her experience she has found when people aren't coming to meetings it usually is because they are satisfied that things are ok.
There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at: 8:05 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.
Special meeting of the Danbury Township Board of Trustees held March 12, 2008 was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by the President Dianne M. Rozak with Ms. Rozak, Mr. David M. Hirt and Mr. John C. Englebeck in attendance.
Purpose of the meeting was to meet with Robert Johnson, Executive Director of the Center for Local Government to discuss the Ohio Capital Asset Financing (CAF) program.
Visitor at the meeting was Ted Kaznoch.
Ms. Rozak explained that the Board is interested in constructing a new maintenance facility and administrative building and would like to know how the CAF program could be utilized to accomplish this.
Mr. Johnson explained the program which is available to all governmental entities throughout the state to be used in financing capital improvement projects. A capital improvement is defined as any project with an expected life of five years or more. The types of things which can be financed range from buildings and equipment, to streets and sidewalks, land and vehicles. He also explained the procedure for making application and encouraged the Board to make application, even with an estimated cost amount, in order to obtain additional information specific to their needs.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 6:25 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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