Mayor Reed 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. Evangelista, Mrs. Kopczak, Mr. Loparo, and Mr. Smith were present. Also in attendance were Clerk-Treasurer Butler, Solicitor Collins, Engineer Foley, Chief Matty, and Administrator Sample. Councilman Burgard was absent.
Mr. Smith motioned to approve the minutes of the April 16, 2001 Regular Meeting. Mr. Evangelista seconded. All present were in favor, with the exception of Mr. Britton and Mr. Loparo who abstained. Clerk-Treasurer Butler presented Pay Order No. 2002 totaling $112,653.56. Mr. Evangelista motioned for approval. Mr. Loparo seconded. All present were in favor.
VISITORS
None.
NEW BUSINESS
ORDINANCE NO. 29-2001 was read by Solicitor Collins for the first time. AN ORDINANCE CREATING THE POSITION OF PATROL OPERATIONS SERGEANT FOR THE MADISON VILLAGE POLICE DEPARTMENT AND ESTABLISHING DUTIES FOR SAID POSITION. Mr. Loparo motioned to suspend the three reading rule. Mr. Britton seconded. All present were in favor. Mr. Evangelista moved for passage. Mr. Britton seconded. All present were in favor.
ORDINANCE NO. 31-20001 was read by Solicitor Collins for the first time. AN ORDINANCE CREATING THE POSITION FOR ADMINISTRATIVE SERGEANT FOR THE MADISON VILLAGE POLICE DEPARTMENT AND ESTABLISHING DUTIES FOR SAID POSITION. Mr. Britton motioned for suspension. Mr. Evangelista seconded. All present were in favor. Mr. Britton moved for passage. Mr. Evangelista seconded. All present were in favor.
Chief Ed Matty declared his recommendations for the following positions; Patrolman Robert Verdi as Operations Sergeant and Patrolman Dawn Shannon as Administrative Sergeant. On behalf of Council, Mayor Reed accepted the appointments. Mr. Britton motioned for passage. Mr. Evangelista seconded. All present were in favor. Solicitor Collins swore in Officers Robert Verdi and Dawn Shannon the said appointments.
OLD BUSINESS
ORDINANCE NO. 20-2001 was read by Solicitor Collins for the third 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. Mr. Loparo moved for passage. Mr. Britton seconded. All present were in favor, except for Mrs. Kopczak who voted against the ordinance.
ORDINANCE NO. 22-2001 was read by Solicitor Collins for the third
time. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE AGREEMENT WITH CT CONSULTANTS, INC. FOR
PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES. Mr.
Britton motioned for passage. Mr.
Evangelista seconded. All present
were in favor.
ORDINANCE NO. 24-2001 was read by
Solicitor Collins for the second 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
Solicitor Collins for the second 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
Solicitor Collins for the second 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.
Mr. Britton motioned to suspend
the three reading rule. Mr.
Evangelista seconded. All present
were in favor. Mr. Britton moved
for passage. Mr. Evangelista
seconded. All present were in
favor. The collection amount totals
$228.52.
ORDINANCE NO. 27-2001 was read by
Solicitor Collins for the second 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.
Mr. Loparo motioned for
suspension. Mrs. Kopczak seconded.
All present were in favor. Mr.
Loparo moved for passage. Mr. Smith
seconded. All present were in
favor.
NEW BUSINESS
ORDINANCE NO. 28-2001 was read by
Solicitor Collins for the first time. AN
ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR ADDITIONAL APPROPRIATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS TO VARIOUS
LINE ITEMS FOR THE CURRENT EXPENSES AND FOR OTHER EXPENDITURES OF THE VILLAGE OF
MADISON, OHIO, FOR THE PERIOD BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 2001, TO AND INCLUDING
DECEMEBER 31, 2001, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Mr.
Smith motioned for suspension. Mr.
Britton seconded. All present were
in favor. Mr. Smith moved for
passage. Mr. Evangelista seconded.
All present were in favor. Mr.
Sample stated the additional appropriation to the sewer capital fund of $
39,720.00 was
for prior work completed by S&S Construction for the Eagle Street sanitary
sewer replacement. The final
payment is due the company. The
Village received $49,000.from OWPCLF for the reimbursement.
ORDINANCE NO. 30-2001 was read by
Solicitor Collins for the first time. AN
ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 48-1991, SECTION 333.04(A), REGARDIING STOPPING
OR OPERATING A VEHICLE AT A SLOW SPEED. Mr. Britton motioned for
suspension. Mr. Evangelista
seconded. All pesent were in favor.
Mr. Britton moved for passage. Mr.
Evangelista seconded. All present
were in favor. Prior to passage,
Solicitor Collins stated the word “stop” is being added to the ordinance
which affects delivery trucks on Main Street.
The amended ordinance conforms with the Ohio Revised Code.
RESOLUTION NO. 13-2001 was read by
Solicitor Collins for the first time. A
RESOLUTION HONORING MARC AARON SPANGENBERG OF BOY SCOUT TROOP 157 UPON EARNING
AND RECEIVING THE DISTINGUISHED EAGLE SCOUT AWARD.
Mrs. Kopczak motioned for
passage. Mr. Smith seconded.
All present were in favor.
RESOLUTION NO.14-2001 was read by
Solicitor Collins for the first time. A
RESOLUTION HONORING AND THANKING ROBIN SMILEY FOR HER VALUABLE CONTRIBUTIONS TO
THE MADISON SENIOR CENTER PROGRAM. Mrs. Kopczak motioned for passage.
Mr. Smith seconded. All
present were in favor.
RESOLUTION NO. 15-2001 was read by
Solicitor Collins for the first time. A
RESOLUTION COMMENDING AND CONGRATULATING HELEN LOCKWOOD UPON THE SPECIAL
OCCASION OF BEING NOMINATED FOR THE
OUTSTANDING SENIOR CITIZEN AWARD. Mr. Britton motioned for passage. Mr.
Smith seconded. All present were in
favor.
RESOLUTION NO.16-2001 was read by
Solicitor Collins for the first time. A
RESOLUTION HONORING CHRISTOPHER CHARLES OROGVANY OF BOY SCOUT TROOP 157 UPON
EARNING AND RECEIVING THE DISTINGUISHED EAGLE SCOUT AWARD.
Mr. Evangelista motioned for
passage. Mr. Britton seconded.
All present were in favor.
RESOLUTION NO. 17-2001 was read by
Solicitor Collins for the first time. A
RESOLUTION HONORING HAN CHRISTIAN FLEISCHER OF BOY SCOUT TROOP 55 UPON EARNING
AND RECEIVING THE DISTINGUISHED EAGLE SCOUT AWARD.
Mr.
Smith motioned for approval. Mr.
Evangelista seconded. All present
were in favor.
RESOLUTION NO. 18-2001 was read by
Solicitor Collins for the first time. A
RESOLUTION HONORING JEFFREY HEARN OF BOY SCOUT TROOP 55 UPON EARNING AND
RECEVING THE DISTINGUISHED EAGLE SCOUT AWARD.
Mr.
Evangelista motioned for passage. Mr.
Britton seconded. All
present were in favor.
RESOLUTION NO. 19-2001 was read by
Solicitor Collins for the first time. A
RESOLUTION HONORING TIM MARJENIN OF BOY SCOUT TROOP 55 UPON EARNING AND
RECEIVING THE DISTINGUISHED EAGLE SCOUT AWARD.
Mr.
Evangelista motioned for passage. Mr.
Loparo seconded. All present were
in favor.
Councilman
Mike Evangelista commented that only one in 100 Boy Scouts make Eagle Scout, and
Madison has five Eagle Scouts. Mr.
Evangelista had already presented Marc Spangenberg’s Resolution.
Charles Orgavany has received his as well.
The others will receive their resolutions at a presentation at Immaculate
Conception Church May 19 at 5:30PM.
DISCUSSION:
Lora Inc. contemplating the development of 6.695 acres located at 3057
Burns Road into condominiums:
Administrator
Sample stated that the Victor Family wishes
to pursue the development of the property north of the condominiums on Burns
Road. Mayor Reed asked if Council
was interested in their support. Solicitor Collins replied that the property owners must file
a petition first at the Board of County Commissioners. Part of the process is asking the municipality to support and
provide the land with public services. The
last time the topic was discussed, Council was not interested.
The property owner might not choose to want to continue if Council does
not want to support the development. Mayor
Reed concluded that due to Council’s current lack of interest, Council does
not wish to support the development and
provide services. Mrs. Kopczak
asked if Council has the power to zone the area. Solicitor Collins replied that
Council can if the land becomes annexed to the Village.
Mr. Britton asked what is the area zoned.
Sample replied that he is unsure, and is possibly zoned multi-family or
single family residential in Madison Township.
Mr. Evangelista stated that one property owner could be forced in to
annexation, or could be left out. Administrator
Sample agreed that they could be.
Land Purchase:
Topic
to discussed during Council’s Executive session.
COUNCIL REPORTS
Mr. Loparo stated he had a request from two business owners to amend the zoning permits for signs to include perpendicular signs as long as they comply with all other zoning requirements. This would eliminate the request for a sign variance. Mr. Loparo discussed Madison Village Police patroling Main Street. Because officers sometimes park their vehicle on Park Street, Duffy’s Tavern owner conveyed to Mr. Loparo that his patrons feel the MVPD is watching them. This has impacted on his business.
Mrs.
Kopczak reported that the following day is voting for some communities.
She added that four Council seats are up for election this fall and
encouraged members of the community to consider running for office.
Mr.
Britton was glad to see the police on foot-patrol and commended Chief Matty and
the department’s efforts. Mr.
Britton alerted Council that the garbage toters are still not uniform in color.
It was suggested that the Administrator submit a letter to Waste
Management informing them that they are in breach of the contract.
Mr. Sample agreed.
Mr.
Evangelista stated that he received inquiries from East Main/River Street residents regarding the replacement of
concrete aprons as part of the waterline replacement project.
Administrator Sample replied that this project does not include apron
replacement. West Main Street’s
aprons were replaced due to extra available dollars from the grant.
Mr.
Smith asked for the morning time verification for garbage pick-up.
Sample replied that the start time is 7AM.
Mr. Smith said he received a call from a Madison Woods resident who
reported a pick-up time of 5:45AM.
Mayor
Reed commented that he has read of two communities in Cleveland experiencing
watermain breaks. He feels that
Madison Village has worked diligently at being pro-active in the replacement of
old waterlines. Administrator
Sample stated that the Safford line is
the last to be replaced.
SAFETY REPORT
Chief
Matty reported the Chief Svagerko of Madison Township thanked Village police
officers Mark Forsythe and Robert Verdi for helping apprehend an arson suspect
on Bennett Road. Officer Forsythe
captured the suspect. The Chief
sent a thank you letter to Paul Sauka of East Main for his assistance at the
April 12 brush fire at Huntington Woods. Officers
Clark, Shannon, Blackstock, Melvin and Matty attended a safety
promotion at the Great Lakes Mall. All
officers volunteered their time. Chief
Matty asked Council’s approval for Officer Blackstock’s request to attend a
Crisis Negotiator’s Conference September 12- 14.
Mrs. Kopczak motioned for approval.
Mr. Britton seconded. All
present were in favor. He reported
that the COPS Fast Grant was in its final stages.
Chief Matty recommended hiring within the department. There are three or four part-time police officers who he
feels can be promoted. The final
candidate must undergo a physical at Lake Hospital Systems per the Police and
Fire Pension Fund. Solicitor
Collins stated that an ordinance must be passed.
Mr. Britton was in agreement to hire from within the department.
Part-time police officer James Zuber tendered his resignation via a
letter to Chief Matty.
Mr. Britton motioned to accept the resignation.
Mrs. Kopczak seconded. All
present were in favor.
ENGINEER’S REPORT
Engineer
Foley thanked Council for the adjusted contract on behalf of CT Consultants,
Inc. He reported that the East
Main/River waterline project is near completion. The estimated date is June 15.
Gemini Contractors will be returning to complete the restoration from the
South River sanitary sewer line extension project.
The Safford Street sewer repairs
are complete. The Issue II request
for bids should be out by mid-summer for the Main/River Street traffic signal.
Water Tower Drive’s second phase will be adding 600 feet.
ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
Administrator
Sample reported that he attended the Lake County Health Department’s meeting
about the West Nile Virus. The
virus can be carried by mosquitos and birds.
He plans to work with residents by creating awareness on mosquitos’
breeding areas. Sample discussed
with Mr. Kent of the Health Department about creating a link from the
Village’s website to their website so that Village residents can obtain
further information. Saturday May
19 is Junk Pick-Up. Sample reported
that over 46 trees have been planted via the tree planting program, including
new trees onWest Main Street and at the cemetery.
The crosswalk sign order is temporarily delayed due to a delay in parts.
After Council discussion, two public hearings were set for June 18 at
6:45PM for the modification to the zoning text regarding political signs and minimum square footage for single family residential homes.
MAYOR’S REPORT
Mayor
Reed asked Solicitor Collins to discuss with Council the Adelphia Cable TV
franchise renewal. Collins stated
the renewal must be in place by August 1, 2001.
Adelphia representative, Ed Willaims, will be present at Council’s next
meeting May 21. The new term is for
15 years. Mr. Evangelista stated
that he wishes that Madison Village’s local programming channel should include
information about Lake County, not Ashtabula County. He added that the basic cable programming is not good.
Mr.
Britton asked if the street light at North Lake amd Main Street can be painted
since it is unsightly. Sample said
he would look into the matter. Chief
Matty added that a cost of approximately $4000 was quoted a few years ago.
Mayor Reed recommended
adjournment to executive session for the possible acquisition of property and
for personnel issues. Mr. Britton
motioned for adjournment at 8:15PM. Mr.
Evangelista seconded. All present
were in favor.
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