Trustees' Meeting 09/24/07

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RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS MINUTES OF JACKSON TOWNSHIP BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING SEPTEMBER 24, 2007

Meeks called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. at the Jackson Township Hall with all Trustees, Fiscal Officer, Lyon, Fitzgerald and Neftzer present.

Meeks moved and Pizzino seconded a motion to go into Executive Session for Police Department Personnel (Appointment/Employment/Compensation) – Interview part-time patrol officer applicant.

3-0 yes

Meeks moved and Pizzino seconded a motion to go into Executive Session for Legal Department Personnel (Appointment/Employment/Compensation).

3-0 yes

At 6:13 p.m., Meeks called the General Session to order with all department heads present except Ralph Boger who was represented by Rick Boak. He requested that all cell phones and pagers be turned off at this time.

The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

Police Department
The Board and Chief Neftzer introduced and congratulated Ty Bissler on his promotion to sergeant.

RESOLUTION 07-113, ATTACHED
Meeks moved and Burger seconded a motion whereas Resolution No. 07-097 is incorporated herein, and Terry A. Toulson has successfully completed the psychological and physical testing or other requirements.

Be it resolved that, pursuant to ORC Section 505.49 and 509.01, Terry A. Toulson is herby appointed as Part Time Patrol Officer and Township Constable for the Jackson Township Police District, Stark County, Ohio, effective September 25, 2007, at the established compensation rate, and we hereby accept the attached Oath of Office.

3-0 yes

Meeks administered the Oath of Office and pictures were taken.

RESOLUTION 07-114, ATTACHED
Meeks moved and Burger seconded a motion pursuant to ORC Section 505.49 and 509.01, we hereby appoint Gary E. Frascone as Part Time Patrol Officer and Township Constable for the Jackson Township Police District, Stark County, Ohio, contingent upon providing proof of Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy certification, successful completion of the psychological and physical evaluation, background check, negative drug screen and any other testing requirements.

3-0 yes

ATTACHMENT 09/24/07 A
Meeks moved and Burger seconded a motion to approve the appropriation transfer request from account code 209.250.5387, Discretionary, to account code 209.250.5480, Telephone, in the amount of $6,500.00, from account code 209.250.5387, Discretionary, to account code 209.250.5522, Building Maintenance, in the amount of $5,000.00, and from account code 209.250.5387, Discretionary, to account code 209.250.5448, Professional Services, in the amount of $5,000.00, for a total of $16,500.00.

3-0 yes

Administration Department
Meeks moved and Burger seconded a motion to re-schedule the October 8 regular Board of Trustees meeting to October 9 due to the Columbus Day holiday.

3-0 yes

Fire Department
ATTACHMENT 09/24/07 B
Meeks moved and Burger seconded a motion to approve the appropriation transfer request from account code 210.210.5387, Discretionary/Cont., to account code 210.210.5312, Educ. Expenses, in the amount of $5,000.00.

3-0 yes

Highway Department
ATTACHMENT 09/24/07 C
Meeks moved and Burger seconded a motion to adopt and authorize the placement of the Board’s signatures upon the attached Agreement with Troy Township, Ashland County for the sale of One 1994 Ford L-8000 Truck.

3-0 yes

ATTACHMENT 09/24/07 D
Meeks moved and Pizzino seconded a motion to approve Then & Now Certificate to Oglesby Construction Inc. for 2007 paint re-striping in the amount of $46,506.45.

3-0 yes

ATTACHMENT 09/24/07 E
Meeks moved and Burger seconded a motion to approve the Multi-Vendor Then & Now Certificate for road materials in the amount of $30,000.00.

3-0 yes

ATTACHMENT 09/24/07 F
Meeks moved and Burger seconded a motion to approve Budget Module No. 15-07-A for the Arlington Fulton Traffic Signal in the amount of $10,680.20.

3-0 yes

ATTACHMENT 09/24/07 G
Meeks moved and Pizzino seconded a motion to approve the appropriation transfer request from account code 211.310.5387, Discretionary, to account code 211.310.5618, Arlington/Fulton Traffic Signal, in the amount of $10,685.00.

3-0 yes

Legal Department
RESOLUTION 07-115, ATTACHED
Meeks moved and Burger seconded a motion pursuant to ORC Section 149.43 (E)(1) and (2), we hereby adopt the attached Public Records Policy, require that all employees execute the attached receipt of a copy of the Policy and authorize the posting of the attached Poster describing the public records policy in all Township Administrative buildings.

Be it further resolved that all previous Request for Documents Policies are hereby rescinded.

3-0 yes

Zoning Department
RESOLUTION 07-116, ATTACHED
Pizzino moved and Meeks seconded a motion that the Jackson Township Board of Trustees, having been informed in writing that noxious weeds are growing on the lands in charge of Marlissa Clingman, Jackson Township, described as follows: Parcel No. 1602705, at 2315 Helena Ave. NW, Jackson Township.

Therefore, be it resolved that the said Marlissa Clingman, whose tax mailing address is First American RE Tax Service, 1720 Moon Lake Blvd. Suite 400, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169, be notified by serving on them by certified mail with return receipt requested, a written copy of this resolution that said noxious weeds are growing on such lands and that, pursuant to ORC Section 5579.05, they must be ct or destroyed within five (5) days after the service of such notice or show this Board cause why there is o need for doing so. The owner shall have a continuing duty to cut or destroy the noxious weeds every 30 days from the date of this Resolution until September 30. If the owner fails to meet this obligation within the five-day period, or the subsequent 30 day periods, the Township will mow at $150.00 per hour with a $400.00 minimum charge.

3-0 yes

RESOLUTION 07-117, ATTACHED
Pizzino moved and Meeks seconded a motion that the Jackson Township Board of Trustees, having been informed in writing that noxious weeds are growing on the lands in charge of David A. & Teresa A. Reese, Jackson Township, described as follows: Parcel No. 1606785, at 7000 Wales Ave. NW, Jackson Township.

Therefore, be it resolved that the said David A. & Teresa A. Reese, whose tax mailing address is 7000 Wales Ave. NW, N. Canton, OH 44720, be notified by serving on them by certified mail with return receipt requested, a written copy of this resolution that said noxious weeds are growing on such lands and that, pursuant to ORC Section 5579.05, they must be ct or destroyed within five (5) days after the service of such notice or show this Board cause why there is o need for doing so. The owner shall have a continuing duty to cut or destroy the noxious weeds every 30 days from the date of this Resolution until September 30. If the owner fails to meet this obligation within the five-day period, or the subsequent 30 day periods, the Township will mow at $150.00 per hour with a $400.00 minimum charge.

3-0 yes

Fiscal Office
ATTACHMENT 09/24/07 H
Meeks moved and Burger seconded a motion to pay the bills in the amount of $1,814,331.30.

3-0 yes

ATTACHMENT 09/24/07 I
Meeks moved and Burger seconded a motion to approve the minutes of the September 6 and September 10, 2007 Board of Trustees meetings.

3-0 yes

RESOLUTION 07-118, ATTACHED
Meeks moved and Burger seconded a motion pursuant to ORC Section 515.11, we hereby authorize the Fiscal Officer to certify the street light assessments as per the attached listing for 2008 collections.

3-0 yes

Gonzalez informed the Board the study for the regionalized dispatch was awarded to Geo Comm and it will be paid for by SCOG. This is an $82,000.00 study which will study every dispatch center in Stark County, which includes number of personnel and all equipment. Geo Comm will then present their findings of all the existing and make recommendations for what type of dispatch/911 center or centers Stark County should go to. He is chairing the committee and has asked Chief Heck to attend the meetings so Jackson Fire Department has a voice in the proceedings. The final draft will be presented in December.

Routine Business
Announcements

Next regular Board of Trustees meeting, October 9, 2007, 4:00 p.m. Executive Session and/or Work Session, 6:00 p.m., General Session, Township Hall.
LOGIC, October 4, 2007, 9:00 a.m., Safety Center, Chiefs’ Conference Room.
CIC, October 15, 2007, 5:00 p.m., Township Hall.
Board of Zoning Appeals, September 27, 2007, 7:00 p.m., Township Hall.
Citizens Advisory Committees:

Park, October 9, 2007, 6:30 p.m., Township Hall.
Community Celebration, October 15, 2007, 6:30 p.m., Township Hall.
Highway/Traffic, November 14, 2007, 6:30 p.m., Township Hall.

Fulton/Wales Intersection Improvement Project Update:

The project is right on schedule for 2008 construction. The intersection continues to develop with business, school, government and recreational traffic, as well as the traveling public. The Township, in partnership with ODOT and others are making the extensive improvements as traffic-friendly as possible. Orange barrels and shifting lane usage are always difficult. We request your patience and safe driving practices during the coming construction phase. Traffic will be maintained in all directions during construction.

Jackson Fire Department – Open House, Sunday, October 7, 2007, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m., Safety Center.
Halloween Trick or Treat in Jackson Township, Sunday, October 28, 2007, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Old Business
Gonzalez announced that Mr. Meeks started his job with the Governor last Monday and has withdrawn his petition to run for Township Trustee. He said it will be a loss to Jackson Township but a large gain to the Township and the rest of Stark County in another avenue with him being the regional director to the Governor’s Office. He congratulated Mr. Meeks and thanked him for all he’s done in the last 7 ½ years.

Mr. Meeks said he loved this job more than he thought he would. He said he cares about the community and that this Board has accomplished more than any past Board because they care and they work well together. He said it was very gratifying to have a project be completed and see how it benefits the community. He said it has been an honor to sit on this Board with Mr. Pizzino, Mr. Burger and Mr. Gonzalez. He said he hopes the voters will elect someone who cares like he does about this community and someone who will complement the other Board members and the Fiscal Officer and also respects the people who live in and work for this Township and will carry on the relationships that have been built up over the years.

New Business
Meeks moved and Burger seconded a motion to accept a $100.00 sponsorship donation to the Community Celebration from Burnham & Flower.

3-0 yes

Public Speaks – Open Forum

Pizzino moved and Burger seconded a motion to adjourn.

3-0 yes

_____________________________	_____________________________
Steven Meeks, President	Randy Gonzalez, Fiscal Officer