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COUNCIL MINUTES VILLAGE OF MADISON Regular Meeting November 21, 2005
Record of Proceedings
Mayor Evangelista called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and invited all in attendance to join in the Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag. Council Members Mr. Britton, Mr. Buck, Mr. Burgard, Mr. Loparo, Mr. Toward and Mr. Vest were present. Also in attendance; Mayor Evangelista, Administrator Zapp, Solicitor Murray, Chief Forsythe, Engineer Foley and Fiscal Officer Pinkert.
Motion by Mr. Vest, seconded by Mr. Toward, to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of November 7, 2005, as presented. Roll call on the motion, 6 yeas. Motion passed.
Fiscal Officer Pinkert presented Pay Ordinance #2100 totaling $35,747.29 for payroll and $73,136.538 for current and upcoming expenses. Motion by Mr. Britton, seconded by Mr. Loparo, to approve Pay Ordinance No. 2100. Roll call on the motion, 6 yeas. Motion passed. Mr. Vest inquired if the porta-potty at the park will be removed soon. Fiscal Officer Pinkert said yes, at the end of November.
VISITORS
Don Heywood, Saxton Street, said that he has met with ministers within the Madison Community regarding offering a prayer for Madison Village Council meetings and that most of them were agreeable to the idea. He requested a vote of Council to consider having prayers at the meetings. Mayor Evangelista said that he would address the subject of prayer during his comments.
Jack Lading, 603 W. Main Street, commended the Village work crews for snow removal and leaf pick-up and suggested that residents not put garbage toters, that block the sidewalk, out too early or park across the sidewalk.
Paul Goda, 431 W Main Street, asked about the annexation and if the community will have a chance for input. He also asked if the Village had a representative at the meeting regarding recycling. Mayor Evangelista said that he would address the recycling issue during his comments and that part of the annexation process is to hold public hearings for citizen input. He added that there were public hearings as part of this annexation process.
Mayor Evangelista asked if there are any questions regarding the legislation on the agenda.
OLD BUSINESS
ORDINANCE NO. 58-2005 was read by Solicitor Murray, third reading. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 12(D) OF ORDINANCE NO. 22-1985 TO ESTABLISH AN ACCRUAL METHOD FOR DETERMING VACATION TIME AND TO ALLOW CREDIT FOR PRIOR YEARS OF SERVICE IN DETERMINING VACATION TIME, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Mayor Evangelista informed everyone that in order to avoid employees owing the Village back vacation time, the ordinance will have to be amended in Section 1 the accrual chart and noting that employees will not be required to pay back any time owed to the Village. Motion by Mr. Loparo, seconded by Mr. Britton, to approve Ordinance No. 58-2005 as amended. Roll call, 4 yeas and 2 nays (Toward and Burgard). Ordinance No. 58-2005 duly passed.
ORDINANCE NO. 63-2005 was read by Solicitor Murray, second reading. AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND FISCAL OFFICER TO ENTER INTO THE GROUND LEASE AGREEMENT WITH TRASK PROPERTIES, LTD AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Mr. Loparo asked if there is any information available regarding legalities, insurance and maintenance requirements for the lot. Administrator Zapp said that he has an insurance meeting scheduled with Gehring’s. Mr. Buck said that the intention was to grade but not pave the lot. Mayor Evangelista said that there are no plans for any capital improvements at this time for the lot. Mr. Loparo said that Mr. Buck has suggested canvassing the local businesses to see if they are willing to contribute toward the maintenance costs for the lot.
NEW BUSINESS
ORDINANCE NO. 68-2005 was read by Solicitor Murray, first reading. AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT FOR REFINANCING A LOAN FOR IMPROVING RIVER STREET BETWEEN CERTAIN TERMINI BY CONSTRUCTING SANITARY SEWERS, MANHOLES AND SERVICE CONNECTIONS, TOGETHER WITH ALL NECESSARY APPURTENANCES THERETO, IMPROVING THE SEWERAGE SYSTEM OF THE VILLAGE BY CONSTRUCTING SANITARY SEWERS AND MANHOLES, TOGETHER WITH THE NECESSARY APPURTENANCES THERETO, AND TO ELIMINATE THE PARKWAY PUMP STATION, BETWEEN THE VILLAGE OF MADISON AND THE OHIO WATER DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Mr. Loparo asked how this will affect the Village financially. Mr. Buck asked what the rate is. Fiscal Officer Pinkert said that it is 4.79% and that although the Village will still have annual debt payments it will be fixed over a long period instead of rolling over a note annually. Motion by Mr. Loparo, seconded by Mr. Vest, to suspend the three reading rule for Ordinance No. 68-2005. Roll call, 6 yeas. Motion passed. Motion by Mr. Loparo, seconded by Mr. Britton, to approve Ordinance No. 68-2005. Roll call, 6 yeas. Ordinance No. 68-2005 duly passed.
ORDINANCE NO. 69-2005 was read by Solicitor Murray, first reading AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT FOR REFINANCING A LOAN FOR IMPROVING THE WATERWORKS SYSTEM OF THE VILLAGE BY INSTALLING AND REPLACING WATERLINES, HYDRANTS AND VALVES, TOGETHER WITH ALL NECESSARY APPURTENANCES THERETO, IMPROVING BATES ROAD BETWEEN CERTAIN TERMINI BY THE CONSTRUCTION OF A WATERLINE TOGETHER WITH ALL THE NECESSARY APPURTENANCES THERETO, IMPROVING WEST MAIN STREET BETWEEN CERTAIN TREMINI BY CONSTRUCTING A WATERLINE, HYDRANTS, VALVES AND SERVICE CONNECTIONS, TOGETHER WITH ALL THE NECESSARY APPURTENANCES THERETO, BETWEEN THE VILLAGE OF MADISON AND THE OHIO WATER DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Motion by Mr. Loparo, seconded by Mr. Vest, to suspend the three reading rule for Ordinance No. 69-2005. Roll call, 6 yeas. Motion passed. Motion by Mr. Loparo, seconded by Mr. Buck, to approve Ordinance No. 69-2005. Roll call, 6 yeas. Ordinance No. 69-2005 duly passed.
ORDINANCE NO. 70-2005 was read by Solicitor Murray, first reading AN ORDINANCE MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE CURRENT EXPENSES AND FOR OTHER EXPENDITURES OF THE VILLAGE OF MADISON, OHIO, FOR THE PERIOD BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 2006, TO AND INCLUDING DECEMBER 31, 2006..
Mr. Loparo said that the ordinance may need to be amended before a final approval. Mayor Evangelista encouraged Council to review the ordinance and contact Mr. Loparo or Fiscal Officer Pinkert with questions.
RESOLUTION NO. 22-2005 was read by Solicitor Murray. A RESOLUTION HONORING MICHAEL WILLIAM STEWART OF BOY TROOP NO. 5 UPON EARNING AND RECEIVING THE DISTINGUISHED EAGLE SCOUT AWARD. Motion by Mr. Britton, seconded by Mr. Buck, to approve Resolution No. 22-2005. Roll call, 6 yeas. Resolution No. 22-2005 duly adopted.
COUNCIL REPORTS
Mr. Britton said that Christmas in the Park is on December 3, 2005. Mr. Britton also reminded everyone that plow permits are required in the Village and requested the media relay that information.
Motion by Mr. Toward, seconded by Mr. Britton, approving the use of the Village Park for 2006 Cruise –Ins on Tuesdays from May through October. Roll call on the motion, 6 yeas. Motion passed. Mr. Toward said that he received a quote from Brunner Healthcare for $12,800 for an outdoor lift for village hall. He added that there may be grant money available and requested Council consider the issue.
Mr. Vest thanked the Village work crews for snow removal and congratulated Council members elect. He also wished everyone Happy Thanksgiving.
Mr. Loparo wished everyone Happy Thanksgiving.
Mr. Buck gave a Planning Commission update (included as part of these minutes). He also thanked the residents for their support in re-electing him.
Mr. Burgard wished everyone happy Thanksgiving.
ENGINEER’S REPORT
Engineer Foley said that Village Glen Phase II is the only active project in the Village and that he has received plans for Village Glen Phase III.
SAFETY DEPARTMENT REPORT
Chief Forsythe reported on November 8, 2005, officers located a meth lab at 239 West Main Street and commended the officers involved.
FISCAL OFFICER REPORT
Fiscal Officer Pinkert reported that the fund balance adjustments from the 2002-2003 audit are complete with the biggest adjustments being in the enterprise funds.
ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
Administrator Zapp reported the following:
MAYOR’S REPORT
Mayor Evangelista said that the cost for curbside pick-up of recycling is increasing by two dollars per household per month. He added that the Village budget can’t absorb that increase and a recycling drop-off site behind the fire station is being considered.
Mayor Evangelista reported the following:
Mayor Evangelista wished everyone a safe and happy holiday and congratulated the elected Council members.
Mayor Evangelista announced the following dates: Thanksgiving November 24, 2005 Mayor’s Court December 1, 2005 Christmas in the Park December 3, 2005 Council Meeting December 5, 2005 Gulf Coast Benefit Luncheon December 7, 2005 Fire Board Meeting December 7, 2005
Mr. Britton thanked the voters for the turnout; it was highest in Lake County.
Motion by Mr. Britton, seconded by Mr. Vest, to adjourn. Roll call, 6 yeas. Meeting adjourned at 7:43 p.m. |