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COUNCIL MINUTES VILLAGE OF MADISON Regular Meeting Oct. 16, 2006
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. Mayor Evangelista requested that everyone observe a moment of silence. Council Members Mr. Britton, Mr. Lee, Mr. Bartlett and Mr. Vest were present. Also in attendance, Mayor Evangelista, Administrator Zapp, Mr. Murray and Eric Haibach.
Motion by Mr. Vest, seconded by Mr. Lee, to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of Oct. 2, 2006, roll call on the motion, 4 yeas. Motion carried.
Pay Ordinance No. 2122 totaling $31,058.35 for payroll and $41,611.69 for current and upcoming expenses. Motion by Mr. Britton, seconded by Mr. Vest, to approve Pay Ordinance No. 2122. Roll call on the motion, 4 yeas. Motion carried.
For the record Mr. Hamercheck arrived 7:06pm.
VISITORS
Larry Larson, 239 West Main Street, expressed concern about officer O’Leary’s investigation, and the Internet policy. He also asked about the police bulletproof vests that are available; the Chief stated that there are 24 available if needed. A discussion was held on the police budget, and also about the Police Chief’s car in rotation.
Kathy Lynn, 209 West Main Street, discussion was held about the Police department’s budget, the Police Chief’s car, and officer O’Leary’s investigation.
Larry Dowler, 169 River Street, discussion was held about the budget for Madison Village and his concerns about it.
Jeff Lynn, 209 West Main Street, discussion was held about the budget, and his concerns with the budget.
Lou Baylog, 111 Safford Street, his concerns were with the investigation into the arson that has happened in his neighborhood lately, a small discussion was held with Mr. Murray.
NEW BUSINESS
ORDINANCE NO. 65-2006 was read by Mr. Murray, first reading. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 33-2006. AS AMENDED, OF THE VILLAGE OF MADISON AND THE DISTRICT MAP AND DISTRICT MAP DESIGNATIONS WHICH FORM A PART OF THE ZONING OF THE VILLAGE OF MADISON BY CHANGING THE LAND USE AND RE-ZONING A CERTAIN 12.8946 ACRE PARCEL OF REAL PROPERTY OWNED BY RALPH L. HART IN MADISON VILLAGE FROM
AN A-1 AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT TO A R-1 RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION DISTRICT.
ORDINANCE NO. 66-2006 was read by Mr. Murray, first reading. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 33-1996, AS AMENDED, OF THE VILLAGE OF MADISON AND THE DISTRICT MAP AND DISTRICT MAP DESIGNATIONS WHICH FORM A PART OF THE ZONING OF THE VILLAGE OF MADISON BY CHANGING THE LAND USE AND RE-ZONING A CERTAIN 1.00 ACRE PARCEL OF REAL PROPERTY OWNED BY DUDLEY ROSE LOCATED IN MADISON VILLAGE FROM A R-2 RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT TO A R-1 RESIDENTAIL SUBDIVISION DISTRICT.
ORDINANCE NO. 67-2006 was read by Mr. Murray, first reading. 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, 2006, TO AND INCLUDING DECEMBER 31, 2006, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Motion by Mr. Britton, seconded by Mr. Vest to suspend this Ordinance until clarification can be obtained.
ORDINANCE NO. 68-2006 was read by Mr. Murry, first reading. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CERTAIN SECTIONS OF ORDINANCE NO. 29-1989 TO ESTABLISH THE RATES TO BE CHANGED FOR USE OF THE STRATTON PLACE COMMUNITY CENTER.
RESOLUTION 28-2006 was read by Mr. Murray. A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING APPRECIATION AND GRATITIUDE TO CHAD SMITH FOR HIS YEARS OF SERVICE AS THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE YMCA. Motion by Mr. Vest, seconded by Mr. Britton. Roll call 5 yeas. Motion passed.
Motion by Mr. Britton, seconded by Mr. Lee to adopt Resolution 29-2006 in support of the Income Tax Levy. Roll call 5 yeas, motion passed.
OLD BUSINESS
ORDINANCE NO. 63-2006 was read by Mr. Murray, seconded reading. AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND THE FISCAL OFFICER TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH WESTFIELD INSURANCE COMPANY FOR PREFERRED RISK FLOOD INSURANCE, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
ORDINANCE NO. 64-2006 was read by Mr. Murray, second reading. AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND FISCAL OFFICER TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH THE WESTFIELD INSURANCE COMPANIES THROUGH GEHRING’S AGENCY, INC. FOR GENERAL LIABILITY INSURANCE FOR MADISON VILLAGE, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
QUESTION & ANSWERS
Mr. Larry Larson, 239 West Main Street, asked council where the sub-divisions were located? Mr. Zapp stated that it is located at North Lake St. and East Main St.
Ken Tackas, 164 Huntington Woods, discussed the way Council conducts their meetings.
COUNCIL REPORTS
Mr. Britton had some concerns about the bushes that hang over the sidewalks and who is responsible for taking care of this. Mr. Zapp responded it is the homeowner’s responsibility.
Mr. Vest stated that there is a Planning Workshop on Oct. 23rd that has been canceled and moved to Oct. 25th at 7:00pm at Madison Township Hall. Mr. Vest expressed his concerns with the citizens and answered questions.
Mr. Lee had a discussion about CCA and the income tax.
ENGINEER’S REPORT
Mr. Haibach gave a report about Village Glen.
SAFETY REPORT
Chief Forsythe is looking into hiring two part-time officers.
ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
Mr. Zapp gave a report on everything Madison Village is trying to do to save money.
MAYOR’S REPORT
Mayor Evangelista reported the following dates:
Mayor’s Court Oct. 19, 2006 at 6:00pm Farmers Market in the Park Oct. 21, 2006 from 9-1pm Economic Development Comm. Oct. 24, 2006 at 4:30pm PC meets with Twp/LCPC Oct. 25, 2006 at 7:00pm Merchants meet/Open Door Oct. 26, 2006 at 7:00pm Market in the Park/last one Oct. 28, 2006 from 9-1pm Council Meeting Nov. 6, 2006 at 7:00pm
Motion by Mr. Lee, seconded by Mr. Bartlett, to adjourn and go into executive session at 8:24 p.m. Roll call, 5 yeas. Motion carried.
Motion by Mr. Britton, seconded by Mr. Vest to adjourn the meeting at 10:10pm Roll call, 5 yeas. Motion passed.
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