In the absence of Mayor Reed, Councilman Mike Evangelista called the meeting to order at 7:09PM and invited those in attendance to join in the pledge of allegiance. Council members Mr. Britton, Mr. Burgard, Mr. Evangelista, Mrs. Kopczak, , and Mr. Smith were present. Also in attendance were Clerk-Treasurer Butler, Solicitor Collins, Engineer Foley, Chief Matty and Administrator Sample. Councilman Mr. Loparo, Chief Ed Matty, and Solicitor Rick Collins were absent.
Mr. Burgard motioned to approve the minutes of the April 2, 2001 Regular Meeting. Mr. Smith seconded. All present were in favor, with the exception of Mr. Evangelista who abstained. Clerk-Treasurer Butler presented Pay Order No. 2001 totaling $79,178.82. Mr. Smith motioned for approval. Mr. Burgard seconded. All present were in favor.
NEW BUSINESS
RESOLUTION NO. 13- 2001 was read by John Sample for the first time. A RESOLUTION HONORING AND RECOGNIZING PATRICIA NORTHCOTT UPON THE SPECIAL OCCASION OF HER RETIREMENT AFTER DEDICATED AND DISTINGUISHED PUBLIC SERVICE WITH MADISON TOWNSHIP. Mr. Smith motioned for approval. Mr. Burgard seconded. All present were in favor.
RESOLUTION NO. 11-2001 was read by John Sample for the first time. A RESOLUTION HONORING OLIVER WOOD FOR HIS COURAGEOUS CONDUCT THAT SAVED A MAN FROM SERIOUS INJURY AND HARM. Mr. Burgard motioned for passage. Mrs. Kopczak seconded. All present were in favor.
Councilman Mike Evangelista presented Patricia Northcott and Oliver Wood the resolutions on behalf of Madison Village.
After all Council members have signed the resolutions, the framed certificates will be sent to the recipients.
VISITORS
Mr. David LeMond, 5893 South Ridge Road, introduced himself as a new resident to the area and announced a new Madison business, Edward Jones Investments, where he is employed.
OLD BUSINESS
ORDINANCE NO. 20-2001 was read by John Sample for the second time.
AN ORDINANCE INCREASING THE COMPENSATION FOR MEMBERS OF COUNCIL ELECTED
OR APPOINTED TO A TERM OF OFFICE COMMENCING IN OF AFTER JANUARY, 2002,
AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
ORDINANCE NO. 22-2001 was read by John Sample for the second time.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE AGREEMENT WITH CT CONSULTANTS, INC. FOR
PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES.
NEW BUSINESS
ORDINANCE NO. 24-2001 was read by
John Sample for the first time. AN
ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH LAKE HOSPITAL SYSTEMS, INC.
FOR PAYMENT OF MEDICAL EXPENSES IN CERTAIN SEXUAL ASSAULT AND CUSTODY ARREST
CASES.
ORDINANCE NO. 25-2001 was read by
John Sample for the first time. AN
ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 6-2000 SO AS TO INCREASE THE WAIVER PAYMENT TO
THOSE ELIGIBLE EMPLOYEES WHO WAIVE VILLAGE GROUP MEDICAL HEALTH INSURANCE
COVERAGE.
ORDINANCE NO. 26-2001 was read by
John Sample for the first time. AN
ORDINANCE CERTIFYTING DELINQUENT SANITARY SEWER CHARGES, WATER RENTS AND REFUSE
AND GARBAGE COLLECTION FEES TO THE LAKE COUNTY AUDITOR FOR COLLECTION AS OTHER
MUNICIPAL TAXES ARE COLLECTED, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
ORDINANCE NO. 27-2001 was read by
Jphn Sample for the first time. AN
ORDINANCE ACCEPTING THE BID OF
UNITED HEALTHCARE OF OHIO, INC. FOR THE PURCHASE OF HEALTH INSURANCE,
AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE THEREOF, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
RESOLITION NO. 12-2001 was read by
John Sample for the first time. A
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING A GIFT OF TWO AMERICAN FLAGS FOR DISPLAY FROM, AND
EXPRESSING THANKS AND GRATITUDE TO RICHARD COLLINS OF COLLINS FOOD PRIDE.
Mrs. Kopczak moved for passage.
Mr. Smith seconded. All
present were in favor.
COUNCIL REPORTS
Mr. Burgard summarized
Planning Commission’s April 9 meeting. A
request by Stewart C. Dodd, 208 West Main Street, for a computer business was
approved. Barb J. Telecha, LMTLLC,
was approved to operate a massage therapy business out of the office of
Dr. Robert J. Barr, 840 North Lake Street.
A sign for Ms. Teleha’s business was approved also. The site plan for
Laketran’s Park-N-Ride was approved at Water Tower Drive.
Mr. Evangelista stated
he circulated the Memorial Day Activities list.
This year’s speaker is retired Colonel Bob Ondrick of Madison Township.
The next Recreation District meeting will be held April 26 at Bill
Stanton Park. They will be going over the newly signed contracts with the
contractor. The spray cure tax incentive review is close to compliance with the
tax abatement program. There is one
more year left of the contract.
ENGINEER’S REPORT
Mr. Foley reported that
the East Main waterline project continues.
Work began Saturday with the Safford Street sanitary sewer repairs.
Issue II project work continues as well.
Mr. Foley received a letter from Jim Gills, Lake County Engineer, stating
his office will begin the analysis for consideration of a grade separation.
SAFETY REPORT
Officer Dawn Shannon reported in the absence of Chief Matty. Officer Shannon stated foot-patrol officers were assigned to Main Street Thursday and Friday. Voilators were giving written warnings explaining Village ordinances. Most warnings like J-turns, right-turn on red at Lake and Main Street were issued to non-local residents. Chief Matty also had officers issue written hand-outs to skateboarders, cyclists, and skooters. Letters were sent to UPS and Federal Express regarding delivery restrictions. Neither company has yet to respond.
ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
Administrator
Sample discussed the request from the Fellowship of Christian Athletes to extend
their original time of 9PM for their fundraiser.
After discussion, Council agreed to allow the fundraiser to end at 9PM.
He reported Brush Pick-Up and Leaf Pick-Up lasted four days and two days,
respectively. He placed an order
for Pedestrian Crossing lighted signs. Six were ordered. All have rubber bases and are 14-15 inches wide, and
approximately four feet high. Street
lighting assessments will begin. Due
to new construction and evaluation of properties, amounts have decreased again.
This year’s reduction will be $1.6 mills.
Residents will notice a decrease on their tax bill for street lighting. Administrator Sample discussed the purchase of the 2+ acres
from Penn-Ohio with the thought of constructing a new Village Hall/Police
Department behind the fire station. Solicitor
Collins will look into the public appraisal value.
Sample stated the original asking price was $60,000.00.
The current price requested by Penn-Ohio is $140,000.00 which includes a
building. Until further discussion
from Council, design plans are on hold.
MAYOR’S REPORT
None.
Mr. Burgard motioned for
adjournment at 8:40PM. Mrs. Kopzcak
seconded. All present were in
favor.
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