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The regular meeting of the Danbury Township Board of Trustees held November 28, 2007 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: Deb Griffin, Chris Grate, Matt Seaman, Jim Dress, Margaret Lenthe and Loretta Grentzer.
Ms. Rozak advised that Mike Meisler was excused from the meeting due to the fact he was participating in a police training.
Approve Minutes
Minutes of the November 14 regular meeting were approved as submitted.
Correspondence
The following correspondence was received:
A letter from Richard Cordray, Treasurer of State explaining that STAR Ohio funds are not involved with sub-prime investments.
EPA Notice Regarding Lakepoint Park Soil Testing Results
The Board received a letter from the Ohio EPA confirming the recent test results which showed stockpiles of soil at Lakepoint Park and Sackett Cemetery are non-hazardous and require no further testing.
Additional Street Lights
Mr. Hirt had an itemized quote for the proposed additional street lights. Cost for installation of a light at the intersection of Roanoke and Channel Grove is $674.18. Cost to install a light at the corner of Port Clinton Eastern and Deer Run is $2,159.66. The township will need to make provisions for trenching of underground cable at the Deer Run site.
Trustees tabled any action until they receive an estimate for the trenching work.
Quote to Top Tree at Battlefield Park
Ms. Rozak reported she has done some research and learned that arborists do not recommend topping because it actually damages a tree. The proper way to control growth is to trim from the bottom or, if the tree is bad, to remove it completely. The Board will not top the willow at Battlefield Park.
The Sandusky River Watershed Coalition
Trustees received an opinion from County Prosecutor Mark Mulligan that if the Board deems it advisable the Township may become a member of The Sandusky River Watershed Coalition.
Ms. Rozak moved to expend $50.00 to join The Sandusky River Watershed Coalition. Second by Mr. Englebeck. Vote: Mr. Hirt-yes; Mr. Englebeck-yes; Ms. Rozak-yes. Motion carried.
Nuisance Complaint
Ms. Rozak submitted a copy of a letter sent to Scott Prephan, developer of the Harbor Bay Estates subdivision asking that he address the concerns listed in a nuisance complaint filed by Greg Spatz.
Meadowbrook Committee Meeting
Ms. Rozak announced the next Meadowbrook Committee meeting will be December 6 at 6:30 p.m. in the Township Hall.
Trash Pick-up
Jim Dress reported he has checked into additional quotes for trash pick-up. He is waiting for a quote from FSI Disposal and will try again to make contact with Lake Disposal. Cyclone does not provide door to door pick-up. Trustees tabled any action until the quote from FSI is received.
Road Striping Logs
Trustees received a letter from the County Engineer regarding the need to have current striping logs on file for use by the painting company when roads are striped. A striping log provides information for center and edge lines and must meet the 2005 ODOT standards as defined in the Ohio Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices. It is possible engineering studies may need to be done in order to check compliance of various roads.
Newsletter
Ms. Rozak distributed draft copies of a winter newsletter. Discussion followed on items which will be included and suggestions for items that could be added. The newsletter will be ready for distribution by mid-December.
Investment Policy
Fiscal Officer Rhonda Botti Sowers distributed copies of a proposed investment policy for review prior to consideration at the next regular meeting.
Cemetery Deed
Trustees signed a cemetery deed to Barbara Vagen for graves 1,2,3 and 4 in Lot 119 of the 2nd addition to Sackett Cemetery.
Approve Payment of Bills
After examining the following bills in the amount of $60,340.16, Mr. Hirt moved that they be accepted and warrants for the various amounts be drawn. Second by Mr. Englebeck. Vote: Mr. Hirt-yes; Mr. Englebeck-yes; Ms. Rozak-yes. Motion carried.
32152 John L. Belcher November 3-16 salary 966.29
32153 Daniel J. Bergman November 3-16 salary 836.26
32154 Deborah K. Burley-Biro November 3-16 salary 577.87
32155 Rhonda Botti Sowers November 3-16 salary 967.89
32156 J. Charles Cunningham November 3-16 salary 1353.13
32157 James E. Dress November 3-16 salary 1023.87
32158 Marion E. Grate November 3-16 salary 645.60
32159 Jared E. Griffith November 3-16 salary 992.91
32160 Mark A. Meisler November 3-16 salary 1269.18
32161 Michael S. Meisler November 3-16 salary 1577.90
32162 David M. Molter, Jr. November 3-16 salary 1300.56
32163 Roland V. Stucky II November 3-16 salary 1197.90
32164 Brandon L. Taylor November 3-16 salary 1154.84
32165 Brett A. Waldron November 3-16 salary 974.30
32166 State Disbursement Child support withholding 71.80
32167 OCSPC Child support withholding 141.23
32168 Verizon Wireless Cellular phones 263.97
32169 Ohio Edison Street lighting 408.43
32170 West Publishing ORC & Twp. law updates 155.00
32171 FanMark, Inc. Repair tire 43.95
32172 Judco, Inc. Signs 891.50
32173 Verizon Phone service 297.51
32174 OPOTA Training 100.00
32175 Momar, Inc. Misc. supplies 209.18
32176 Erie Materials Winter mix 197.28
32177 O.E. Meyer Co. Supplies 54.44
32178 Ohio Edison Hall service, lights, pump, sirens 433.55
32179 WalMart Misc. supplies 694.86
32180 Lafarge Stone for roads 47.95
32181 Staples Office supplies 156.84
32182 OK Rental Magnet sweeper 164.56
32183 Superior Uniform Uniform supplies 486.66
32184 HAS Property/casualty insurance 23336.00
32185 Anthem BC/BS Medical/hospitalization 15520.99
32186 Jared E. Griffith Reimburse for boots & CDL 143.00
32187 James E. Dress Reimburse for boots & CDL 143.00
32188 Brett A. Waldron Reimburse for boots 100.00
32189 Dianne M. Rozak Reimburse mileage 89.73
32190 VSP Medical-vision 203.25
32191 Anthem Life Life insurance 861.90
32192 Postmaster Renew bulk mail permit 175.00
32193 Postmaster Postage 82.00
32194 Ottawa County Recorder File zoning amendment – Stecher 28.00
Muskrats
Mr. Englebeck reported he has been contacted by someone interested in trapping muskrat and asked Mr. Dress if he feels muskrats are becoming a problem at Meadowbrook. Mr. Dress said he doesn't think muskrat will cause a problem with the dike this year.
Phragmite Control
Ms. Rozak reported the Meadowbrook committee has been investigating a means of controlling the spread of phragmite at Meadowbrook. The recommendation from experts has been that the most effective means is to burn it during the winter and then apply an environmentally safe herbicide. The committee will be looking into it further.
North Shore Blvd. Storage Lane
Mr. Englebeck asked if ODOT will be putting any sign or arrows at the newly striped left and through storage lane at the intersection of North Shore and SR 163. Ms. Rozak will contact Mike Stormer with ODOT to see if there are plans for a sign or arrow at this intersection.
Zoning Report
Zoning report was submitted listing a total of 15 permits issued during the month of November to date.
Comments/Concerns
Loretta Grentzer asked about the township’s fiscal year and if there are budgets set. Mrs. Sowers explained the township’s fiscal period is the calendar year. Budgets are approved at the beginning of each year.
Discussion followed on the fact that the Township Hall is no longer available for rentals and the need for a facility of this type in the township.
Executive Session
Ms. Rozak moved to go into executive session at 7:53 to discuss acquisition of property. Second by Mr. Englebeck. Vote: Mr. Hirt-yes; Mr. Englebeck-yes; Ms. Rozak-yes. Motion carried.
Ms. Rozak reconvened the meeting at 8:30 p.m.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:30 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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