NEW BOSTON VILLAGE COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES
DECEMBER 9, 2010
Special meeting of New Boston Village Council was called to order at 7:30 a.m. James Warren, Jr., President of Council, presided over the meeting. The roll was called with the following members of council being present: Mr. Fetty, Mr. Williams, Mr.Salyers, Mr. Mills and Mr. Payton.
Mr. Williams moved the absent member, Mr. Payton, be excused. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0.
Mr. Warren reported the special meeting was held to pass two ordinances regarding a one-time pay increase for village employees.
An ordinance was read authorizing the payment of a one-time pay increase to village employees and declaring an emergency. Mr. Mills moved the rules requiring an ordinance or resolution of a permanent nature involving the expenditure of money be read on three separate dates be suspended. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5. Mr. Williams moved to adopt Ordinance No. 44-10. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5.
An ordinance was read transferring and appropriating amounts in the various amounts of the Village of New Boston and declaring an emergency. Mr. Mills moved the rules requiring an ordinance or resolution of a permanent nature involving the expenditure of money be read on three separate dates be suspended. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5. Mr. Mills moved to adopt Ordinance 45-10. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5.
There being no further business, Mr. Mills moved to adjourn the meeting. Mr. Imes seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the meeting adjourned at 7:36 a.m.
______________________________
President of Council
Passed: __________________,2010
Attest: _______________________
Clerk of Council
Sunday, December 19, 2010
NEW BOSTON VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
NEW BOSTON VILLAGE COUNCIL
MINUTES
DECEMBER 7, 2010
Regular session of New Boston Village Council was called to order at 6:30 p.m. James Warren, Jr., President of Council, presided over the meeting. The roll was called with the following members of council present: Mr. Fetty, Mr. Williams, Mr. Payton, Mr. Mills, Mr. Imes and Mr. Salyers.
Pledge of Allegiance/silent prayer
Mr. Salyers made a motion to accept and file the minutes from November 16 and November 24, 2010. Mr. Fetty seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Reports from Visitors: Mindy Bloomfield, Rhodes Avenue, New Boston - stated car a home break-ins were very much out of control and will continue to get worse because of drug activity. She reported drugs are really bad in our area and she knows the Police department is doing what they can but there is not enough of them. She volunteered her time to help anyway she can with any programs we have such as Neighborhood Watch. Mr. Williams stated he hopes another officer will be back after the first of the year.
No presenting or acting on petitions
Reports of:
James Warren, Mayor - reported Breakfast with Santa went very well-about 600 people were fed. Everyone worked well together and was one of the best yet. Presented a diagram submitted by Sam Darnell who is working with Leroy Collier on posting signs at Collier Port Area. Ordinances do permit and told him there would be no problems. Signs would be to support area businesses. Traffic was backed up on Gallia Street due to the replacement of poles. Reported Steve called them said they were to notify him so it could be on radio. Presented Mayor's Court report for November, 2010. Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0. Santa Parade will be this Saturday and committee meeting will be held after council meeting.
Lana Loper, Clerk - no report
Kathy Bender, Treasurer - no report
Walter Lytten, Legal Counsel - reported he prepared the ordinance accepting the deed from the board of commissioners and will be read on tonight. Reported he had called LGS regarding the floodwall Phase I certification. Discussion was held regarding bonds to pay for Phase II and Phase III.
Steve Hamilton, Village Administrator - reported the transformer should be in this week. Service department worked and pumped stations this past weekend.
Theda Aldrige, Income Tax Director - absent but report for November, 2010. Mr. Payton made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Darrold Clark, Chief of Police - presented reported dated December 7, 2010. Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Chris Bender, Fire Chief - presented MVA report. Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Fetty seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Reports of Chairmen of Committees:
Junior Williams, Laws and Finance - reported the committee had met on November 1 and continued on December 6 to review 2010 finances, a one-time pay increase and FEMA levee certification. After reviewing the 2010 revenues and expenditures, the committee recommends a $1000 one-time employee pay increase. The committee recommends the mayor, clerk, and solicitor to explore legal and possible financing options for the floodwall project. They also discussed charitable organization solicitation and will discuss it further in January. Mr. Fetty made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Ralph Imes, Streets & Alleys - stated lighting is a determent for break-ins, etc., and aked there be more lighting at Manning Street area.
Mike Payton, Utilities & Communications - none
Jon Mills, Flood & Sewage - none
Terry Salyers, Wage & Salary Study - none
Dan Fetty, Land & Buildings - none
Reading of Ordinances and Resolutions
An ordinance was read appropriating and transferring amounts in the various funds of the village and declaring an emergency. Mr. Fetty moved the rules requiring an ordinance or resolution of a general or permanent nature involving the expenditures of money be read on three separate dates be suspended. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Mr. Mills moved to adopt Ordinance No. 42-10. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
An ordinance was read accepting a deed from the Board of Commissioners of Scioto County, Ohio, for Lot 165 of the Village of New Boston, generally known as 3747 Grace Street and declaring an emergency. Mr. Mills moved the rules requiring an ordinance or resolution of a general or permanent nature involving the expenditures of money be read on three separate dates be suspended. Mr. Fetty seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Mr. Payton moved to adopt Resolution No. 24-10. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
Mr. Williams stated an ordinance needs to be brought in for the one-time pay increase and the transfer of $5000 from fuel to maintenance in the general fund. These ordinances would be read at a special meeting on Thursday, December 9 at 7:30 a.m. Mr. Payton made the motion for an ordinance to be brought in for the one-time pay increase. Mr. Imes seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0. Mr. Williams made a motion for the transfer. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
New Business:
Mr. Williams - asked about pole being down. Mr. Hamilton called AEP and they are checking it out. Thanked Mayor and everyone for helping out with the Breakfast with Santa.
Mr. Imes - also thanked everyone for the great Breakfast with Santa.
Mr. Mills - thanked everyone again for Breakfast with Santa.
Mr. Salyers - thanks for Breakfast with Santa. Served lots of people.
Mr. Fetty - commented the Peace on Earth sign really looks good. Asked about the road faults on Rt. 52 and for an update regarding the paving. Mr. Hamilton reported the state will pave Rt. 52 from Clayport Road to Rt. 140 in 2011. The sink holes are from the water lines and we are waiting for Portsmouth to repair. Paving on Rt. 52, east and west are 5-6 years out. Rt. 139 hump will be fixed in 2011. Mr. Fetty also asked who has ownership of poles. Mr. Hamilton stated if the poles have traffic lights on them, we own and are responsible for painting. Also may be responsible for ones with telephone lines attached. Reported the Boneyfiddle Arts Center had their Grand Opening last Sunday and Charles Clevenger, New Boston resident, has some pictures displayed.
Mr. Payton - thanked everyone for coming to see Vicki's aunt, Ada Justice, who passed away at the age of 96. Breakfast with Santa was better than ever. Reported the parade is Saturday and meeting will be held after council meeting.
There being no further business, Mr. Mills moved the meeting be adjourned. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the meeting be adjourned at 7:55 p.m.
_______________________________
President of Council
Passed: _________________, 2010
Attest: ________________________
Village Clerk
MINUTES
DECEMBER 7, 2010
Regular session of New Boston Village Council was called to order at 6:30 p.m. James Warren, Jr., President of Council, presided over the meeting. The roll was called with the following members of council present: Mr. Fetty, Mr. Williams, Mr. Payton, Mr. Mills, Mr. Imes and Mr. Salyers.
Pledge of Allegiance/silent prayer
Mr. Salyers made a motion to accept and file the minutes from November 16 and November 24, 2010. Mr. Fetty seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Reports from Visitors: Mindy Bloomfield, Rhodes Avenue, New Boston - stated car a home break-ins were very much out of control and will continue to get worse because of drug activity. She reported drugs are really bad in our area and she knows the Police department is doing what they can but there is not enough of them. She volunteered her time to help anyway she can with any programs we have such as Neighborhood Watch. Mr. Williams stated he hopes another officer will be back after the first of the year.
No presenting or acting on petitions
Reports of:
James Warren, Mayor - reported Breakfast with Santa went very well-about 600 people were fed. Everyone worked well together and was one of the best yet. Presented a diagram submitted by Sam Darnell who is working with Leroy Collier on posting signs at Collier Port Area. Ordinances do permit and told him there would be no problems. Signs would be to support area businesses. Traffic was backed up on Gallia Street due to the replacement of poles. Reported Steve called them said they were to notify him so it could be on radio. Presented Mayor's Court report for November, 2010. Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0. Santa Parade will be this Saturday and committee meeting will be held after council meeting.
Lana Loper, Clerk - no report
Kathy Bender, Treasurer - no report
Walter Lytten, Legal Counsel - reported he prepared the ordinance accepting the deed from the board of commissioners and will be read on tonight. Reported he had called LGS regarding the floodwall Phase I certification. Discussion was held regarding bonds to pay for Phase II and Phase III.
Steve Hamilton, Village Administrator - reported the transformer should be in this week. Service department worked and pumped stations this past weekend.
Theda Aldrige, Income Tax Director - absent but report for November, 2010. Mr. Payton made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Darrold Clark, Chief of Police - presented reported dated December 7, 2010. Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Chris Bender, Fire Chief - presented MVA report. Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Fetty seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Reports of Chairmen of Committees:
Junior Williams, Laws and Finance - reported the committee had met on November 1 and continued on December 6 to review 2010 finances, a one-time pay increase and FEMA levee certification. After reviewing the 2010 revenues and expenditures, the committee recommends a $1000 one-time employee pay increase. The committee recommends the mayor, clerk, and solicitor to explore legal and possible financing options for the floodwall project. They also discussed charitable organization solicitation and will discuss it further in January. Mr. Fetty made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Ralph Imes, Streets & Alleys - stated lighting is a determent for break-ins, etc., and aked there be more lighting at Manning Street area.
Mike Payton, Utilities & Communications - none
Jon Mills, Flood & Sewage - none
Terry Salyers, Wage & Salary Study - none
Dan Fetty, Land & Buildings - none
Reading of Ordinances and Resolutions
An ordinance was read appropriating and transferring amounts in the various funds of the village and declaring an emergency. Mr. Fetty moved the rules requiring an ordinance or resolution of a general or permanent nature involving the expenditures of money be read on three separate dates be suspended. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Mr. Mills moved to adopt Ordinance No. 42-10. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
An ordinance was read accepting a deed from the Board of Commissioners of Scioto County, Ohio, for Lot 165 of the Village of New Boston, generally known as 3747 Grace Street and declaring an emergency. Mr. Mills moved the rules requiring an ordinance or resolution of a general or permanent nature involving the expenditures of money be read on three separate dates be suspended. Mr. Fetty seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Mr. Payton moved to adopt Resolution No. 24-10. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
Mr. Williams stated an ordinance needs to be brought in for the one-time pay increase and the transfer of $5000 from fuel to maintenance in the general fund. These ordinances would be read at a special meeting on Thursday, December 9 at 7:30 a.m. Mr. Payton made the motion for an ordinance to be brought in for the one-time pay increase. Mr. Imes seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0. Mr. Williams made a motion for the transfer. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
New Business:
Mr. Williams - asked about pole being down. Mr. Hamilton called AEP and they are checking it out. Thanked Mayor and everyone for helping out with the Breakfast with Santa.
Mr. Imes - also thanked everyone for the great Breakfast with Santa.
Mr. Mills - thanked everyone again for Breakfast with Santa.
Mr. Salyers - thanks for Breakfast with Santa. Served lots of people.
Mr. Fetty - commented the Peace on Earth sign really looks good. Asked about the road faults on Rt. 52 and for an update regarding the paving. Mr. Hamilton reported the state will pave Rt. 52 from Clayport Road to Rt. 140 in 2011. The sink holes are from the water lines and we are waiting for Portsmouth to repair. Paving on Rt. 52, east and west are 5-6 years out. Rt. 139 hump will be fixed in 2011. Mr. Fetty also asked who has ownership of poles. Mr. Hamilton stated if the poles have traffic lights on them, we own and are responsible for painting. Also may be responsible for ones with telephone lines attached. Reported the Boneyfiddle Arts Center had their Grand Opening last Sunday and Charles Clevenger, New Boston resident, has some pictures displayed.
Mr. Payton - thanked everyone for coming to see Vicki's aunt, Ada Justice, who passed away at the age of 96. Breakfast with Santa was better than ever. Reported the parade is Saturday and meeting will be held after council meeting.
There being no further business, Mr. Mills moved the meeting be adjourned. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the meeting be adjourned at 7:55 p.m.
_______________________________
President of Council
Passed: _________________, 2010
Attest: ________________________
Village Clerk
Sunday, December 5, 2010
NEW BOSTON VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
NEW BOSTON VILLAGE COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING
NOVEMBER 24, 2010
Special session of New Boston Village Council was called to order at 7:30 a.m. James Warren, Jr., President of Council, presided over council. The roll was called with the following members of council being present: Mr. Fetty, Mr. Payton, Mr. Mills, Mr. Imes and Mr. Salyers.
Mr. Mills moved to excuse the absent member, Mr. Williams. Mr. Fetty seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Mr. Warren explained the meeting was held to pass an ordinance to appropriate funds for the repairs at the pump station for flood defense.
READING OF ORDINANCE:
An ordinance was read appropriating and transferring amounts in various funds of the village and declaring an emergency. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
There being no further business, Mr. Mills moved the meeting be adjourned. Mr. Imes seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the meeting adjourned at 7:35 a.m.
SPECIAL MEETING
NOVEMBER 24, 2010
Special session of New Boston Village Council was called to order at 7:30 a.m. James Warren, Jr., President of Council, presided over council. The roll was called with the following members of council being present: Mr. Fetty, Mr. Payton, Mr. Mills, Mr. Imes and Mr. Salyers.
Mr. Mills moved to excuse the absent member, Mr. Williams. Mr. Fetty seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Mr. Warren explained the meeting was held to pass an ordinance to appropriate funds for the repairs at the pump station for flood defense.
READING OF ORDINANCE:
An ordinance was read appropriating and transferring amounts in various funds of the village and declaring an emergency. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
There being no further business, Mr. Mills moved the meeting be adjourned. Mr. Imes seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the meeting adjourned at 7:35 a.m.
NEW BOSTON VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
NEW BOSTON VILLAGE COUNCIL
MINUTES
NOVEMBER 16, 2010
Regular session of New Boston Village Council was called to order at 6:30 p.m. James Warren, Jr., President of Council, presided over council. The roll was called with the following members of council being present: Mr. Fetty, Mr. Williams, Mr. Payton, Mr. Mills, Mr. Imes and Mr. Salyers.
Pledge of Allegiance
Mr. Fetty made a motion to accept and file the minutes from November 2, 2010. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Reports from visitors: Jim Buchannan from SFI introduced himself to council and welcomed everyone to visit and tour SFI. He also introduced Mike Arnett with the company and reported they are helping with the food drive with Salvation Army and have a supply drive for troops in Afghanistan if anyone would like to donate.
No presenting and acting on petitions
Communications - presented a notice from Ohio Department of Commerce-Division of Liquor Control regarding a transfer of liquor permit for MT Corral, LLC due to new ownership. Reported it needs council approval since the facility is located within 500 feet of a school and park. After discussion, Mr. Williams made a motion not objecting to the permit. Mr. Imes seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
Reports of:
James Warren, Mayor: Golden Corral had a very good turnout to honor Veterans. Poles on Harrisonville Avenue are still being installed but did not report some of the poles belong to the village and will need to be painted.
Lana Loper, Clerk: presented report for October 2010. Mr. Williams made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Fetty seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Kathy Bender, Treasurer: absent
Walter Lytten, Legal Counsel: still working on a few details with the Habitat deed but will bring in Resolution at the next meeting accepting the property. The levee ordinance for reading tonight needs amended to read $39,720 instead of $30,720.
Steve Hamilton, Village Administrator: reported a transformer exploded yesterday. The employee was shaken but not injured. Three pump stations were knocked out. CORE and West End looked at it today and will know the cost by tomorrow. Requested assistance from the CORE in case of emergency. He explained he has been trying to get help from federal and state for assistance with funds for over a year but has not been approved. He requested the flood levee ordinance be passed by emergency.
Theda Aldridge, Income Tax Director: absent
Darrold Clerk, Chief of Police: presented report dated November 16, 2010. Mr. Williams made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Chris Bender, Fire Chief: reported the exhaust system has been installed and the generator will be completed by the first of the week.
REPORTS OF CHAIRMAN OF COMMITTEES
Junior Williams, Laws and Finance: reminded everyone a finance meeting has been December 6, 4:00 p.m., for finance review.
Ralph Imes, Streets & Alleys: reported a meeting was held November 10 to discuss handicap parking within the village. The areas included in front of Dr. LaValley's office and the west and east sides of the entrance to the ballpark. Recommended ordinances be brought in. Mr. Williams made a motion to accept and file the report and Mr. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Mike Payton, Utilities & Communications - none
Jon Mills, Flood & Sewage - none
Terry Salyers, Wage & Salary Study - none
Dan Fetty, Lands & Buildings - none
READING OF ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
An ordinance was read approving the editing and inclusion of certain ordinances as parts of the various component codes of codified ordinances of New Boston, Ohio. Mr. Williams moved the rules requiring an ordinance or resolution of a general or permanent nature involving the expenditure of money be read on three separate dates be suspended. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Mr. Mills moved to adopt Ordinance No. 38-10. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
An ordinance was read authorizing the Village Administrator to enter into an agreement to provide professional engineering services for a phase 1 levee certification evaluation with AMEC Earth & Environmental, Inc. Mr. Mills moved to amend the ordinance to $39,720 from $30,720. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Mr. Payton moved the rules requiring an ordinance or resolution of a general or permanent nature involving the expenditure of money be read on three separate dates be suspended. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Mr. Payton moved to adopt Ordinance No. 39-10. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
An ordinance was read creating disability parking zones in the Village of New Boston. Mr. Payton moved the rules requiring an ordinance or resolution of a general or permanent nature involving the expenditure of money be read on three separate dates be suspended. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Mr. Mills moved to adopt Ordinance No. 40-10. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
NEW BUSINESS
Mr. Payton - made a motion to bring in the ordinance for the handicap parking at the ballpark. Mr. Imes seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Reported Golden Corral did an excellent job honoring the veterans. School property has started clean up. Asked the Christmas parade committee would like to meet next week. Thanked the gentlemen from SFI for coming over. Extended condolences to the Shawn Fannin family.
Mr. Imes - none
Mr. Williams - also sends condolences to the Shawn Fannin family and thanked Golden Corral for a job well done. Discussed financing the expenses for the floodwall certification costs. Recommended we get started as to where the money would come from such as borrowing.
Mr. Mills - discussed prohibiting pain clinics in the village. He then made a motion to bring in an ordinance prohibiting pain clinics. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5. (Mr. Fetty had excused himself from the meeting.) Also send his condolences to the Fannin family and thanked Golden Corral.
There being no further business, Mr. Mills moved the meeting be adjourned. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the meeting be adjourned at 7:30 p.m.
_________________________________
President of Council
Passed: ___________________,2010
Attest: _________________________
Village Clerk
MINUTES
NOVEMBER 16, 2010
Regular session of New Boston Village Council was called to order at 6:30 p.m. James Warren, Jr., President of Council, presided over council. The roll was called with the following members of council being present: Mr. Fetty, Mr. Williams, Mr. Payton, Mr. Mills, Mr. Imes and Mr. Salyers.
Pledge of Allegiance
Mr. Fetty made a motion to accept and file the minutes from November 2, 2010. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Reports from visitors: Jim Buchannan from SFI introduced himself to council and welcomed everyone to visit and tour SFI. He also introduced Mike Arnett with the company and reported they are helping with the food drive with Salvation Army and have a supply drive for troops in Afghanistan if anyone would like to donate.
No presenting and acting on petitions
Communications - presented a notice from Ohio Department of Commerce-Division of Liquor Control regarding a transfer of liquor permit for MT Corral, LLC due to new ownership. Reported it needs council approval since the facility is located within 500 feet of a school and park. After discussion, Mr. Williams made a motion not objecting to the permit. Mr. Imes seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
Reports of:
James Warren, Mayor: Golden Corral had a very good turnout to honor Veterans. Poles on Harrisonville Avenue are still being installed but did not report some of the poles belong to the village and will need to be painted.
Lana Loper, Clerk: presented report for October 2010. Mr. Williams made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Fetty seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Kathy Bender, Treasurer: absent
Walter Lytten, Legal Counsel: still working on a few details with the Habitat deed but will bring in Resolution at the next meeting accepting the property. The levee ordinance for reading tonight needs amended to read $39,720 instead of $30,720.
Steve Hamilton, Village Administrator: reported a transformer exploded yesterday. The employee was shaken but not injured. Three pump stations were knocked out. CORE and West End looked at it today and will know the cost by tomorrow. Requested assistance from the CORE in case of emergency. He explained he has been trying to get help from federal and state for assistance with funds for over a year but has not been approved. He requested the flood levee ordinance be passed by emergency.
Theda Aldridge, Income Tax Director: absent
Darrold Clerk, Chief of Police: presented report dated November 16, 2010. Mr. Williams made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Chris Bender, Fire Chief: reported the exhaust system has been installed and the generator will be completed by the first of the week.
REPORTS OF CHAIRMAN OF COMMITTEES
Junior Williams, Laws and Finance: reminded everyone a finance meeting has been December 6, 4:00 p.m., for finance review.
Ralph Imes, Streets & Alleys: reported a meeting was held November 10 to discuss handicap parking within the village. The areas included in front of Dr. LaValley's office and the west and east sides of the entrance to the ballpark. Recommended ordinances be brought in. Mr. Williams made a motion to accept and file the report and Mr. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Mike Payton, Utilities & Communications - none
Jon Mills, Flood & Sewage - none
Terry Salyers, Wage & Salary Study - none
Dan Fetty, Lands & Buildings - none
READING OF ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
An ordinance was read approving the editing and inclusion of certain ordinances as parts of the various component codes of codified ordinances of New Boston, Ohio. Mr. Williams moved the rules requiring an ordinance or resolution of a general or permanent nature involving the expenditure of money be read on three separate dates be suspended. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Mr. Mills moved to adopt Ordinance No. 38-10. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
An ordinance was read authorizing the Village Administrator to enter into an agreement to provide professional engineering services for a phase 1 levee certification evaluation with AMEC Earth & Environmental, Inc. Mr. Mills moved to amend the ordinance to $39,720 from $30,720. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Mr. Payton moved the rules requiring an ordinance or resolution of a general or permanent nature involving the expenditure of money be read on three separate dates be suspended. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Mr. Payton moved to adopt Ordinance No. 39-10. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
An ordinance was read creating disability parking zones in the Village of New Boston. Mr. Payton moved the rules requiring an ordinance or resolution of a general or permanent nature involving the expenditure of money be read on three separate dates be suspended. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Mr. Mills moved to adopt Ordinance No. 40-10. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
NEW BUSINESS
Mr. Payton - made a motion to bring in the ordinance for the handicap parking at the ballpark. Mr. Imes seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Reported Golden Corral did an excellent job honoring the veterans. School property has started clean up. Asked the Christmas parade committee would like to meet next week. Thanked the gentlemen from SFI for coming over. Extended condolences to the Shawn Fannin family.
Mr. Imes - none
Mr. Williams - also sends condolences to the Shawn Fannin family and thanked Golden Corral for a job well done. Discussed financing the expenses for the floodwall certification costs. Recommended we get started as to where the money would come from such as borrowing.
Mr. Mills - discussed prohibiting pain clinics in the village. He then made a motion to bring in an ordinance prohibiting pain clinics. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5. (Mr. Fetty had excused himself from the meeting.) Also send his condolences to the Fannin family and thanked Golden Corral.
There being no further business, Mr. Mills moved the meeting be adjourned. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the meeting be adjourned at 7:30 p.m.
_________________________________
President of Council
Passed: ___________________,2010
Attest: _________________________
Village Clerk
Saturday, November 13, 2010
NEW BOSTON VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
NEW BOSTON VILLAGE COUNCIL
NOVEMBER 2, 2010
MEETING MINUTES
Regular session of New Boston Village Council was called to order at 6:30 p.m. James Warren, Jr., President of Council, presided over the meeting. The roll was called with the following members of council being present: Mr.Fetty, Mr. Williams, Mr. Payton, Mr. Mills, Mr. Imes and Mr. Salyers.
Pledge of Allegiance/ silent prayer
Mr. Fetty made a motion to accept and file the minutes from October 19, 2010. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motioned carried 6-0.
Reports from Visitors: None
No presenting and acting on petitions
Reports of:
James Warren, Mayor - presented Mayor's Court report for October 2010. Mr. Williams made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0. Reported there was a meeting last night regarding the levee certification which an ordinance does need to be brought in for council's decision. Mr. Fetty asked the mayor to enlighten council regarding Infra-Metals. Mr. Warren stated they are still negotiating some of the contract because contaminated soil needs to be removed. Also a grant has to be applied for. If everything is good, contract will be signed in December and construction will start early next year. Thirty five jobs will be created within three years may be up to 100.
Lana Loper, Clerk - No Report
Kathy Bender, Treasurer - No Report
Walter Lytten,Legal Counsel - reported he could not find the title for the parcel of land that Mr. Cartee wanted the easement accessibility rights. This cannot be conveyed if we cannot show we own it. There is no problem with the parking lot and reported Mr. Cartee is aware of the situation. He will keep council informed. Received deed for property at 3747 Grace Street. This will be conveyed to Habitat if council wants to accept property at 3747 Grace Street. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Steve Hamilton, Village Administrator - reported the service department has been patching pot holes on Rt. 52 and worked on Sunday morning painting and grinding out lines at Walmart. Pike Electric has started putting in the new poles and will be done on Harrisonville by the end of the month. Vac truck had to be repaired. Water at the park has been turned off. Mr. Williams asked if the village is ok with salt for the winter. Mr. Hamilton stated we have enough to get started. We have on hand about 75 ton.
Theda Aldridge, Income Tax Director - presented report for October 2010. Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Darrold Clark, Chief of Police - presented report dated November 2, 2010. Mr. Williams made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Chris Bender, Fire Chief - reported the new generator will be installed in the next day or two and the exhaust system has been delivered and will be installed Wednesday or Thursday. Reported John Williams will possibly be back to work on the 9th.
REPORTS OF CHAIRMEN OF COMMITTEES:
Junior Williams, Laws and Finance - reported the committee met yesterday to discuss a one-time pay increase and continued the meeting until December 6 at 4:00 p.m. to review the finances.
Ralph Imes, Streets & Alleys - none
Mike Payton, Utilities & Communications - none
Jon Mills, Flood & Sewage - reported he was very impressed with Mr. Sawitzki's presentation regarding the floodwall. He would like to go ahead with a contract for levee certification with AMEC as soon as possible within FEMA guidelines. Phase I - visual done by April 15, 2011. Mr. Mills made a motion to bring in an ordinance on emergency for AMEC to start Phase I of the levee certification. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
Terry Salyers, Wage & Salary Study - discussed with Mr. Williams the special meeting for council to bring in an ordinance regarding one time pay increases-decided special meeting on December 9 at 7:00 a.m. and possibly checks on the 10th.
Dan Fetty, Lands & Buildings - none
READING OF ORDINANCES:
Third reading was given to an ordinance authorizing a contract for legal services with Walter C. Lytten, Attorney-at-Law, from January 1, 2011 until December 31, 2011, and authorizing the mayor to execute said contract on behalf of the Village of New Boston. Mr. Mills moved to adopt Ordinance No. 33-10. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
Third reading was given an ordinance for contracting for legal services for prosecution of village cases heard in the municipal court. Mr. Mills moved to adopt Ordinance No. 34-10. Mr. Fetty seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
Third reading was given an ordinance to authorize legal services in the Department of Community Development for the New Boston Community Development Block Grant Program. Mr. Mills moved to adopt Ordinance 35-10. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
Third reading was given an ordinance authorizing a contract for services with Certified Operation Maintenance from January 1, 2011, until December 31, 2011, authorizing the Village Administrator to execute said contract on behalf of the Village of New Boston. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
Third reading was given an ordinance authorizing the Village Administrator to enter into a contract to provide technical assistance with community and economic development projects and potential projects at the direction of the Village of New Boston with Leighty & Snider, Inc. Mr. Mills moved to adopt Ordinance No. 37-10. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
A resolution was read declaring the amount of taxes that may be raised by levy at the maximum rate authorized by law without a vote of the elector to be insufficient and declaring the necessity of a levy in excess of such rate. Mr. Mills moved to adopt Resolution No. 23-10. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
NEW BUSINESS:
Mr. Fetty - asked about handicap parking at Dr. LaValley's. Mr. Warren stated it had been marked off and asked for an ordinance to be brought in for that parking. Reported he would like additional handicap parking by the ball park and asked for a meeting to be held by the Streets & Alleys Committee for further discussion. Asked if speeding could be monitored in the alley between Lakeview and Park Avenue from 7:30 a.m. & 8:00 a.m.
Mr. Payton - Christmas Parade still proceeding
Mr. Williams - asked if contractors at Arby's were registered. Theda stated they were. Reported bids for the school will be opened tomorrow.
Mr. Imes - set meeting for Streets & Alleys on Wednesday, November 10 at 4:00 p.m.
Mr. Mills - thanked everyone for flowers, thoughts and prayers for the loss of his mother.
Mr. Salyers - asked if the Eagles are still moving ahead. Mr.Warren stated they are still proceeding with the plans but now required to install a sprinkler system.
There being no further business, Mr. Mills moved the meeting be adjourned. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the meeting be adjourned at 7:35 p.m.
_____________________________________
President of Council
Passed: _________________________, 2010
Attest: ___________________________
Village Clerk
NOVEMBER 2, 2010
MEETING MINUTES
Regular session of New Boston Village Council was called to order at 6:30 p.m. James Warren, Jr., President of Council, presided over the meeting. The roll was called with the following members of council being present: Mr.Fetty, Mr. Williams, Mr. Payton, Mr. Mills, Mr. Imes and Mr. Salyers.
Pledge of Allegiance/ silent prayer
Mr. Fetty made a motion to accept and file the minutes from October 19, 2010. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motioned carried 6-0.
Reports from Visitors: None
No presenting and acting on petitions
Reports of:
James Warren, Mayor - presented Mayor's Court report for October 2010. Mr. Williams made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0. Reported there was a meeting last night regarding the levee certification which an ordinance does need to be brought in for council's decision. Mr. Fetty asked the mayor to enlighten council regarding Infra-Metals. Mr. Warren stated they are still negotiating some of the contract because contaminated soil needs to be removed. Also a grant has to be applied for. If everything is good, contract will be signed in December and construction will start early next year. Thirty five jobs will be created within three years may be up to 100.
Lana Loper, Clerk - No Report
Kathy Bender, Treasurer - No Report
Walter Lytten,Legal Counsel - reported he could not find the title for the parcel of land that Mr. Cartee wanted the easement accessibility rights. This cannot be conveyed if we cannot show we own it. There is no problem with the parking lot and reported Mr. Cartee is aware of the situation. He will keep council informed. Received deed for property at 3747 Grace Street. This will be conveyed to Habitat if council wants to accept property at 3747 Grace Street. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Steve Hamilton, Village Administrator - reported the service department has been patching pot holes on Rt. 52 and worked on Sunday morning painting and grinding out lines at Walmart. Pike Electric has started putting in the new poles and will be done on Harrisonville by the end of the month. Vac truck had to be repaired. Water at the park has been turned off. Mr. Williams asked if the village is ok with salt for the winter. Mr. Hamilton stated we have enough to get started. We have on hand about 75 ton.
Theda Aldridge, Income Tax Director - presented report for October 2010. Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Darrold Clark, Chief of Police - presented report dated November 2, 2010. Mr. Williams made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Chris Bender, Fire Chief - reported the new generator will be installed in the next day or two and the exhaust system has been delivered and will be installed Wednesday or Thursday. Reported John Williams will possibly be back to work on the 9th.
REPORTS OF CHAIRMEN OF COMMITTEES:
Junior Williams, Laws and Finance - reported the committee met yesterday to discuss a one-time pay increase and continued the meeting until December 6 at 4:00 p.m. to review the finances.
Ralph Imes, Streets & Alleys - none
Mike Payton, Utilities & Communications - none
Jon Mills, Flood & Sewage - reported he was very impressed with Mr. Sawitzki's presentation regarding the floodwall. He would like to go ahead with a contract for levee certification with AMEC as soon as possible within FEMA guidelines. Phase I - visual done by April 15, 2011. Mr. Mills made a motion to bring in an ordinance on emergency for AMEC to start Phase I of the levee certification. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
Terry Salyers, Wage & Salary Study - discussed with Mr. Williams the special meeting for council to bring in an ordinance regarding one time pay increases-decided special meeting on December 9 at 7:00 a.m. and possibly checks on the 10th.
Dan Fetty, Lands & Buildings - none
READING OF ORDINANCES:
Third reading was given to an ordinance authorizing a contract for legal services with Walter C. Lytten, Attorney-at-Law, from January 1, 2011 until December 31, 2011, and authorizing the mayor to execute said contract on behalf of the Village of New Boston. Mr. Mills moved to adopt Ordinance No. 33-10. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
Third reading was given an ordinance for contracting for legal services for prosecution of village cases heard in the municipal court. Mr. Mills moved to adopt Ordinance No. 34-10. Mr. Fetty seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
Third reading was given an ordinance to authorize legal services in the Department of Community Development for the New Boston Community Development Block Grant Program. Mr. Mills moved to adopt Ordinance 35-10. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
Third reading was given an ordinance authorizing a contract for services with Certified Operation Maintenance from January 1, 2011, until December 31, 2011, authorizing the Village Administrator to execute said contract on behalf of the Village of New Boston. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
Third reading was given an ordinance authorizing the Village Administrator to enter into a contract to provide technical assistance with community and economic development projects and potential projects at the direction of the Village of New Boston with Leighty & Snider, Inc. Mr. Mills moved to adopt Ordinance No. 37-10. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
A resolution was read declaring the amount of taxes that may be raised by levy at the maximum rate authorized by law without a vote of the elector to be insufficient and declaring the necessity of a levy in excess of such rate. Mr. Mills moved to adopt Resolution No. 23-10. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
NEW BUSINESS:
Mr. Fetty - asked about handicap parking at Dr. LaValley's. Mr. Warren stated it had been marked off and asked for an ordinance to be brought in for that parking. Reported he would like additional handicap parking by the ball park and asked for a meeting to be held by the Streets & Alleys Committee for further discussion. Asked if speeding could be monitored in the alley between Lakeview and Park Avenue from 7:30 a.m. & 8:00 a.m.
Mr. Payton - Christmas Parade still proceeding
Mr. Williams - asked if contractors at Arby's were registered. Theda stated they were. Reported bids for the school will be opened tomorrow.
Mr. Imes - set meeting for Streets & Alleys on Wednesday, November 10 at 4:00 p.m.
Mr. Mills - thanked everyone for flowers, thoughts and prayers for the loss of his mother.
Mr. Salyers - asked if the Eagles are still moving ahead. Mr.Warren stated they are still proceeding with the plans but now required to install a sprinkler system.
There being no further business, Mr. Mills moved the meeting be adjourned. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the meeting be adjourned at 7:35 p.m.
_____________________________________
President of Council
Passed: _________________________, 2010
Attest: ___________________________
Village Clerk
Sunday, October 31, 2010
NEW BOSTON VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
MINUTES
NEW BOSTON VILLAGE COUNCIL
OCTOBER 19, 2010
Regular session of New Boston Village Council was called to order at 6:30 p.m. James Warren, Jr., President of Council, presided over the meeting. The roll was called with the following members of council being present: Mr. Fetty, Mr. Payton, Mr. Mills, Mr. Imes and Mr. Salyers.
Mr. Mills made a motion to excuse the absent member, Mr. Williams. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0.
Pledge of Allegiance/silent prayer
Mr. Payton made a motion to amend the minutes from October 5th, changing his new business statement from ramps would be nice to ramps in the village are nice. Mr. Imes seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried. After the amendment, Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the minutes from October 5, 2010. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0.
Reports from visitors:
No presenting and acting on petitions
Reports of:
James Warren, Mayor - congratulated Steve and the police department for retrieving the sewer lids after being stolen. Also thanked the police department for drug bust and retrieving down spouts that were stolen. Commended Mike Payton for his appointment to the OML Board. Stated he would like for the ordinance regarding Mr. Cartee's easement be passed on emergency. He wants to move ahead with his new location as soon as possible.
Lana Loper, Clerk - no report
Kathy Bender, Treasurer - absent
Walter Lytten, Legal Counsel - reported he talked to Mr. Cartee and told him it would only take 2-3 days for the easement to be recorded and then be able to start on time frames.
Steve Hamilton, Village Administrator - reported the roof at the police and fire department has been completed. The levee engineers will be here for a meeting on November 1 at 4:30 p.m. New light by Carpet Plus should be done next week. Striping by Wal-Mart will be done by John Cline.
Mr. Warren asked for a meeting of the finance committee to review a one-time pay increase for employees. In the absence of Mr. Williams, Mr. Mills, committeeman, set meeting for Monday, November 1 at 4PM.
Theda Aldridge, Income Tax Director - no report
Darrold Clark, Chief of Police - presented report dated October 19, 2010. Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0.
Chris Bender, Fire Chief - presented a report from MVA for the month of September. They have bill insurance for $945 but nothing has been received yet. Also reported the testing for the year has been completed. Mr. Salyers asked if all fire hydrants are working. Mr. Bender stated two are still in need of repair. (1 on Lakeview and 1 on Glenwood). Also reported the new radios have been received. Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the MVA report. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0.
Reports of Chairman of Committees:
Junior Williams, Laws and Finance - absent
Ralph Imes, Streets & Alleys - none
Mike Payton, Utilities & Communications - none
Jon Mills, Flood & Sewage - none
Terry Salyers, Wage & Salary Study - none
Dan Fetty, Lands & Buildings - none
Reading of Ordinances and Resolutions:
An ordinance was read authorizing a contract for legal services with Walter C. Lytten, Attorney-At-Law, from January 1, 2011 until December 31, 2011, and authorizing the mayor to execute said contract on behalf of the Village of New Boston. Mr. Mills made a motion for the first reading. Mr. Imes seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5.
An ordinance was read contracting for legal services for prosecution of village cases heard in the municipal court. Mr. Mills made a motion for the first reading. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5.
An ordinance was read to authorize legal services in the Department of Community Development for the New Boston Community Development Block Grant Program. Mr. Mills made a motion for the first reading. Mr. Fetty seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5.
An ordinance was read authorizing a contract for services with Certified Operations Maintenance from January 1, 2011 until December 31, 2011, authorizing the Village Administrator to execute said contract on behalf of the Village of New Boston. Mr. Mills made a motion for first reading. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5.
An ordinance was read authorizing the Village Administrator to enter into a contract to provide technical assistance with community and economic development projects and potential projects at the direction of the Village of New Boston with Leighty & Snider, Inc. Mr. Mills made a motion for the first reading. Mr. Fetty seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5.
1st Reading:
An ordinance was read to exchange easements with Cartee Land Development, Inc., to provide access to repair and maintain the village storm sewers and to promote private development within the village and declaring an emergency. Mr. Salyers moved the rules requiring an ordinance or resolution of a general or permanent nature involving the expenditure of money be read on three separate dates be suspended. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5. Mr. Mills moved to adopt Ordinance No. 32-10. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5.
NEW BUSINESS
Mr. Salyers-asked if flag had been replaced at Walton Park. Mr. Hamilton said it had been.
Mr. Fetty-congratulated Mr. Payton for being appointed to the OML Board and stated he would be an asset to the board. Ask about trash pickup at the Nazarene Church. Mr. Hamilton said he had told them he would pickup when they got their garbage cans. Asked if the fire hydrants in the village would be painted and stated in the past the fire department had painted. Mr. Bender stated as of now, he is one man short and hopes they would be painted soon. Mr. Fetty stated he had spent a lot of time going over a report from Corps of Engineers showing items in need of repair in the flood defense. He reviewed these items with council and asked if any of them had been fixed. Mr. Hamilton stated at this time no monies were appropriated to make those repairs and may have to get loan for such items. Send condolences to the Gene Williams family. He had been a business owner in New Boston for many years and a very good supporter of the New Boston Beautification Committee.
Mr. Payton-reported he had gotten his flood insurance and the grandfather laws for the insurance is April 15, 2011. Reported UCAN College Night will be Thursday from 4-8 at the Friends Center. Reported he and Mr. Salyers is on the Board and if anyone knows of someone attending college please encourage them to attend. Reported the youth soccer league has wrapped up and appreciates all the support and basketball signups have started. Reported he and the mayor met with Daymar College Board to discuss improving some of the programs they currently have and they also reported there are almost 400 students enrolled. Parade applications are now available and finalizing the route. Reported he would like to get a new recording system for the clerk.
Mr. Williams-absent
Mr. Mills-stated a good job was done on the drug bust and the recovering of sewer lids.
There being no further business, Mr. Mills moved the meeting be adjourned. Mr. Imes seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the meeting be adjourned at 7:20 p.m.
_________________________________
President of Council
Passed: ___________________,2010
Attest: ____________________________
Village Clerk
NEW BOSTON VILLAGE COUNCIL
OCTOBER 19, 2010
Regular session of New Boston Village Council was called to order at 6:30 p.m. James Warren, Jr., President of Council, presided over the meeting. The roll was called with the following members of council being present: Mr. Fetty, Mr. Payton, Mr. Mills, Mr. Imes and Mr. Salyers.
Mr. Mills made a motion to excuse the absent member, Mr. Williams. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0.
Pledge of Allegiance/silent prayer
Mr. Payton made a motion to amend the minutes from October 5th, changing his new business statement from ramps would be nice to ramps in the village are nice. Mr. Imes seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried. After the amendment, Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the minutes from October 5, 2010. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0.
Reports from visitors:
No presenting and acting on petitions
Reports of:
James Warren, Mayor - congratulated Steve and the police department for retrieving the sewer lids after being stolen. Also thanked the police department for drug bust and retrieving down spouts that were stolen. Commended Mike Payton for his appointment to the OML Board. Stated he would like for the ordinance regarding Mr. Cartee's easement be passed on emergency. He wants to move ahead with his new location as soon as possible.
Lana Loper, Clerk - no report
Kathy Bender, Treasurer - absent
Walter Lytten, Legal Counsel - reported he talked to Mr. Cartee and told him it would only take 2-3 days for the easement to be recorded and then be able to start on time frames.
Steve Hamilton, Village Administrator - reported the roof at the police and fire department has been completed. The levee engineers will be here for a meeting on November 1 at 4:30 p.m. New light by Carpet Plus should be done next week. Striping by Wal-Mart will be done by John Cline.
Mr. Warren asked for a meeting of the finance committee to review a one-time pay increase for employees. In the absence of Mr. Williams, Mr. Mills, committeeman, set meeting for Monday, November 1 at 4PM.
Theda Aldridge, Income Tax Director - no report
Darrold Clark, Chief of Police - presented report dated October 19, 2010. Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0.
Chris Bender, Fire Chief - presented a report from MVA for the month of September. They have bill insurance for $945 but nothing has been received yet. Also reported the testing for the year has been completed. Mr. Salyers asked if all fire hydrants are working. Mr. Bender stated two are still in need of repair. (1 on Lakeview and 1 on Glenwood). Also reported the new radios have been received. Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the MVA report. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0.
Reports of Chairman of Committees:
Junior Williams, Laws and Finance - absent
Ralph Imes, Streets & Alleys - none
Mike Payton, Utilities & Communications - none
Jon Mills, Flood & Sewage - none
Terry Salyers, Wage & Salary Study - none
Dan Fetty, Lands & Buildings - none
Reading of Ordinances and Resolutions:
An ordinance was read authorizing a contract for legal services with Walter C. Lytten, Attorney-At-Law, from January 1, 2011 until December 31, 2011, and authorizing the mayor to execute said contract on behalf of the Village of New Boston. Mr. Mills made a motion for the first reading. Mr. Imes seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5.
An ordinance was read contracting for legal services for prosecution of village cases heard in the municipal court. Mr. Mills made a motion for the first reading. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5.
An ordinance was read to authorize legal services in the Department of Community Development for the New Boston Community Development Block Grant Program. Mr. Mills made a motion for the first reading. Mr. Fetty seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5.
An ordinance was read authorizing a contract for services with Certified Operations Maintenance from January 1, 2011 until December 31, 2011, authorizing the Village Administrator to execute said contract on behalf of the Village of New Boston. Mr. Mills made a motion for first reading. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5.
An ordinance was read authorizing the Village Administrator to enter into a contract to provide technical assistance with community and economic development projects and potential projects at the direction of the Village of New Boston with Leighty & Snider, Inc. Mr. Mills made a motion for the first reading. Mr. Fetty seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5.
1st Reading:
An ordinance was read to exchange easements with Cartee Land Development, Inc., to provide access to repair and maintain the village storm sewers and to promote private development within the village and declaring an emergency. Mr. Salyers moved the rules requiring an ordinance or resolution of a general or permanent nature involving the expenditure of money be read on three separate dates be suspended. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5. Mr. Mills moved to adopt Ordinance No. 32-10. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5.
NEW BUSINESS
Mr. Salyers-asked if flag had been replaced at Walton Park. Mr. Hamilton said it had been.
Mr. Fetty-congratulated Mr. Payton for being appointed to the OML Board and stated he would be an asset to the board. Ask about trash pickup at the Nazarene Church. Mr. Hamilton said he had told them he would pickup when they got their garbage cans. Asked if the fire hydrants in the village would be painted and stated in the past the fire department had painted. Mr. Bender stated as of now, he is one man short and hopes they would be painted soon. Mr. Fetty stated he had spent a lot of time going over a report from Corps of Engineers showing items in need of repair in the flood defense. He reviewed these items with council and asked if any of them had been fixed. Mr. Hamilton stated at this time no monies were appropriated to make those repairs and may have to get loan for such items. Send condolences to the Gene Williams family. He had been a business owner in New Boston for many years and a very good supporter of the New Boston Beautification Committee.
Mr. Payton-reported he had gotten his flood insurance and the grandfather laws for the insurance is April 15, 2011. Reported UCAN College Night will be Thursday from 4-8 at the Friends Center. Reported he and Mr. Salyers is on the Board and if anyone knows of someone attending college please encourage them to attend. Reported the youth soccer league has wrapped up and appreciates all the support and basketball signups have started. Reported he and the mayor met with Daymar College Board to discuss improving some of the programs they currently have and they also reported there are almost 400 students enrolled. Parade applications are now available and finalizing the route. Reported he would like to get a new recording system for the clerk.
Mr. Williams-absent
Mr. Mills-stated a good job was done on the drug bust and the recovering of sewer lids.
There being no further business, Mr. Mills moved the meeting be adjourned. Mr. Imes seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the meeting be adjourned at 7:20 p.m.
_________________________________
President of Council
Passed: ___________________,2010
Attest: ____________________________
Village Clerk
Sunday, October 17, 2010
NEW BOSTON VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
MINUTES
NEW BOSTON VILLAGE COUNCIL
OCTOBER 5, 2010
Regular session of New Boston Village Council was called to order at 6:30 p.m. James Warren, Jr., President of Council, presided over the meeting. The roll was called with the following members of council being present: Mr. Fetty, Mr. Williams, Mr. Payton, Mr. Mills, Mr. Imes and Mr. Salyers.
Pledge of Allegiance/silent prayer
Mr. Fetty corrected the minutes from September 21 to read Mr. Mills suggested the clerk bring in the contractual ordinances for 2011, but he did not make a motion. Mr. Payton made a motion for the amendment. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0. Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the minutes from September 21, 2010. Mr. Fetty seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
The date was amended from September 20, 2010 to September 29, 2010. Mr. Mills made a motion for the amendment. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0. Mr. Salyers made a motion to accept and file the minutes from September 29, 2010. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
REPORTS FROM VISITORS:
Forrest Malone, Gallia Street, NB - Spoke to council regarding streets missing some speed bumps and asked about handicap curbing. Mr. Lytten referred this to the village administrator.
No presenting and acting on petitions - none
REPORTS OF:
James Warren, Mayor - presented Mayor's Court report for September. Mr. Fetty made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Lana Loper, Clerk - absent but report for September was presented. Mr. Williams made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Kathy Bender, Treasurer - absent
Walter Lytten, Legal Council - presented information regarding an easement for Mr. Cartee for Arby's. This would provide for better parking and lighting for turn in lane which could be a better safety factor. After some discussion, Mr. Payton made a motion to bring in an ordinance for the easement. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Mr. Fetty asked Mr. Lytten about the handicap parking for Dr. La-Valley that was discussed at the September 7 meeting. Mr. Lytten stated he could find no reason this would be controlled by the state but controlled by the village. Mr. Lytten stated he would double check the statutes again.
Steve Hamilton, Village Administrator - spoke to Kelly with AEP and they are waiting until they get in all the materials before they start on the poles. Thanked everyone for helping with clean-up day; lake bottoms looks good and tractor is running good; appreciates the service workers for their work throughout the year; asked for council approval for a registration form for the Christmas Parade. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Theda Aldridge, Income Tax Director - absent but report for September was presented. Mr. Williams made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Darrold Clark, Chief of Police - presented report dated October 5, 2010. Mr. Imes made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Chris Bender, Fire Chief - absent
REPORTS OF CHAIRMEN OF COMMITTEES:
Junior Williams, Laws and Finance - reported the committee met October 4 to review the 2010 finances, revisit sewer ordinance and discuss FEMA levee certification. Reported revenues were above projections while expenditures are holding steady. Discussed sewer ordinance and discussed adding a few changes. Referred to Mr. Lytten. Also discussed engineering costs for levee certification and recommends an additional meeting with AMEC to review quote for the discovery phase of the project. Reported Chief Clark requested permission to apply for a grant for new LEADS computer, printer, walkie talkies, etc. The village would be responsible for matching 10% of total awarded. Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the report and Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0. Mr. Williams made a motion for Chief Clark to apply for the grant. Mr. Imes seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
Ralph Imes, Streets & Alleys - none
Mike Payton, Utilities and Communications - none
Jon Mills, Flood & Sewage - none
Terry Salyers, Wage & Salary Study - none
Dan Fetty, Lands & Buildings - none
READING OF ORDINANCES:
1st Reading:
An ordinance was read authorizing a contract for legal services with Walter C. Lytten, Attorney-At-Law, from January 1, 2011 until December 31, 2011, and authorizing the mayor to execute said contract on behalf of the Village of New Boston. Mr. Mills made a motion for the first reading. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
An ordinance was read contracting for legal services for prosecution of village cases heard in the municipal court. Mr. Mills made a motion for the first reading. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
An ordinance was read to authorize legal services in the Department of Community Development for the New Boston Community Development Block Grant Program. Mr. Mills made a motion for the first reading. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
An ordinance was read authorizing a contract for services with Certified Operations Maintenance from January 1, 2011 until December 31, 2011, authorizing the Village Administrator to execute said contract on behalf of the Village of New Boston. Mr. Payton made a motion for the first reading. Mr. Fetty seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
An ordinance was read authorizing the Village Administrator to enter into a contract to provide technical assistance with community and economic development projects and potential projects at the direction of the Village of New Boston with Leighty & Snider, Inc. Mr. Mills made a motion for the first reading. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
A resolution was read designating the evening of Saturday, December 11 at 6:00 p.m. for the New Boston Christmas Parade. Mr. Payton made a motion to adopt Resolution 22-10. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
NEW BUSINESS:
Mr. Mills - none
Mr. Salyers - reported the flag at SOPA needs replaced
Mr. Fetty - reported lighting at Carpet Plus is extremely dark and needs a bright light. Asked if we were reimbursed for overtime for police officer for the car show. Mr. Warren stated he had not heard anything further. Stated he would contact Mrs. Henson. Reported the lake bottom looks good and stated all departments are doing a good job. Mr. Hamilton reported the striping machine was broke and Johnny Cline will do the painting by Wal-Mart for $600.00.
Mr. Payton - reported the lake bottoms look good. Handicap ramps in village would be nice. Thanked volunteers for clean-up day. Stated he would like to have Honor Guard at the Christmas Parade. Thanked department heads for budget controls.
Mr. Williams - also stated the bottoms looked good and thanked everyone for clean-up day.
Mr. Imes - reported the Village looks good. Thanked Mr. Salyers for his work on the tractor and would like a thank you letter sent.
There being no further business, Mr. Mills moved the meeting be adjourned. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the meeting be adjourned at 7:45 p.m.
______________________________
President of Council
Passed: __________________,2010
Attest: _______________________
Village Clerk
NEW BOSTON VILLAGE COUNCIL
OCTOBER 5, 2010
Regular session of New Boston Village Council was called to order at 6:30 p.m. James Warren, Jr., President of Council, presided over the meeting. The roll was called with the following members of council being present: Mr. Fetty, Mr. Williams, Mr. Payton, Mr. Mills, Mr. Imes and Mr. Salyers.
Pledge of Allegiance/silent prayer
Mr. Fetty corrected the minutes from September 21 to read Mr. Mills suggested the clerk bring in the contractual ordinances for 2011, but he did not make a motion. Mr. Payton made a motion for the amendment. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0. Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the minutes from September 21, 2010. Mr. Fetty seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
The date was amended from September 20, 2010 to September 29, 2010. Mr. Mills made a motion for the amendment. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0. Mr. Salyers made a motion to accept and file the minutes from September 29, 2010. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
REPORTS FROM VISITORS:
Forrest Malone, Gallia Street, NB - Spoke to council regarding streets missing some speed bumps and asked about handicap curbing. Mr. Lytten referred this to the village administrator.
No presenting and acting on petitions - none
REPORTS OF:
James Warren, Mayor - presented Mayor's Court report for September. Mr. Fetty made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Lana Loper, Clerk - absent but report for September was presented. Mr. Williams made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Kathy Bender, Treasurer - absent
Walter Lytten, Legal Council - presented information regarding an easement for Mr. Cartee for Arby's. This would provide for better parking and lighting for turn in lane which could be a better safety factor. After some discussion, Mr. Payton made a motion to bring in an ordinance for the easement. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Mr. Fetty asked Mr. Lytten about the handicap parking for Dr. La-Valley that was discussed at the September 7 meeting. Mr. Lytten stated he could find no reason this would be controlled by the state but controlled by the village. Mr. Lytten stated he would double check the statutes again.
Steve Hamilton, Village Administrator - spoke to Kelly with AEP and they are waiting until they get in all the materials before they start on the poles. Thanked everyone for helping with clean-up day; lake bottoms looks good and tractor is running good; appreciates the service workers for their work throughout the year; asked for council approval for a registration form for the Christmas Parade. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Theda Aldridge, Income Tax Director - absent but report for September was presented. Mr. Williams made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Darrold Clark, Chief of Police - presented report dated October 5, 2010. Mr. Imes made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Chris Bender, Fire Chief - absent
REPORTS OF CHAIRMEN OF COMMITTEES:
Junior Williams, Laws and Finance - reported the committee met October 4 to review the 2010 finances, revisit sewer ordinance and discuss FEMA levee certification. Reported revenues were above projections while expenditures are holding steady. Discussed sewer ordinance and discussed adding a few changes. Referred to Mr. Lytten. Also discussed engineering costs for levee certification and recommends an additional meeting with AMEC to review quote for the discovery phase of the project. Reported Chief Clark requested permission to apply for a grant for new LEADS computer, printer, walkie talkies, etc. The village would be responsible for matching 10% of total awarded. Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the report and Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0. Mr. Williams made a motion for Chief Clark to apply for the grant. Mr. Imes seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
Ralph Imes, Streets & Alleys - none
Mike Payton, Utilities and Communications - none
Jon Mills, Flood & Sewage - none
Terry Salyers, Wage & Salary Study - none
Dan Fetty, Lands & Buildings - none
READING OF ORDINANCES:
1st Reading:
An ordinance was read authorizing a contract for legal services with Walter C. Lytten, Attorney-At-Law, from January 1, 2011 until December 31, 2011, and authorizing the mayor to execute said contract on behalf of the Village of New Boston. Mr. Mills made a motion for the first reading. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
An ordinance was read contracting for legal services for prosecution of village cases heard in the municipal court. Mr. Mills made a motion for the first reading. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
An ordinance was read to authorize legal services in the Department of Community Development for the New Boston Community Development Block Grant Program. Mr. Mills made a motion for the first reading. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
An ordinance was read authorizing a contract for services with Certified Operations Maintenance from January 1, 2011 until December 31, 2011, authorizing the Village Administrator to execute said contract on behalf of the Village of New Boston. Mr. Payton made a motion for the first reading. Mr. Fetty seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
An ordinance was read authorizing the Village Administrator to enter into a contract to provide technical assistance with community and economic development projects and potential projects at the direction of the Village of New Boston with Leighty & Snider, Inc. Mr. Mills made a motion for the first reading. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
A resolution was read designating the evening of Saturday, December 11 at 6:00 p.m. for the New Boston Christmas Parade. Mr. Payton made a motion to adopt Resolution 22-10. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
NEW BUSINESS:
Mr. Mills - none
Mr. Salyers - reported the flag at SOPA needs replaced
Mr. Fetty - reported lighting at Carpet Plus is extremely dark and needs a bright light. Asked if we were reimbursed for overtime for police officer for the car show. Mr. Warren stated he had not heard anything further. Stated he would contact Mrs. Henson. Reported the lake bottom looks good and stated all departments are doing a good job. Mr. Hamilton reported the striping machine was broke and Johnny Cline will do the painting by Wal-Mart for $600.00.
Mr. Payton - reported the lake bottoms look good. Handicap ramps in village would be nice. Thanked volunteers for clean-up day. Stated he would like to have Honor Guard at the Christmas Parade. Thanked department heads for budget controls.
Mr. Williams - also stated the bottoms looked good and thanked everyone for clean-up day.
Mr. Imes - reported the Village looks good. Thanked Mr. Salyers for his work on the tractor and would like a thank you letter sent.
There being no further business, Mr. Mills moved the meeting be adjourned. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the meeting be adjourned at 7:45 p.m.
______________________________
President of Council
Passed: __________________,2010
Attest: _______________________
Village Clerk
Sunday, October 3, 2010
NEW BOSTON VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
NEW BOSTON VILLAGE COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 20, 2010
A special session of New Boston Village Council was called to order at 5:00 p.m. James Warren, Jr., President of Council, presided over the meeting. The roll was called with following members of Council being present: Mr. Fetty, Mr. Williams, Mr. Payton, Mr. Mills, Mr. Imes and Mr. Salyers.
Mr. Warren explained the meeting was held to discuss the Village of New Boston participating in the Ohio Public Works Commission Improvement Program and presented a resolution for approval from council.
The resolution was read authorizing the Mayor to participate in the Ohio Public Works State Capital Improvement and/or Local Transportation Improvement Programs(s).
After some discussion from council members, Mr. Fetty made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 21-10. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
There being no further business, Mr. Mills moved the meeting be adjourned. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the meeting adjourned at 5:10 p.m.
________________________
President of Council
Passed: ______________,2010
Attest: _____________________
Clerk of Council
SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 20, 2010
A special session of New Boston Village Council was called to order at 5:00 p.m. James Warren, Jr., President of Council, presided over the meeting. The roll was called with following members of Council being present: Mr. Fetty, Mr. Williams, Mr. Payton, Mr. Mills, Mr. Imes and Mr. Salyers.
Mr. Warren explained the meeting was held to discuss the Village of New Boston participating in the Ohio Public Works Commission Improvement Program and presented a resolution for approval from council.
The resolution was read authorizing the Mayor to participate in the Ohio Public Works State Capital Improvement and/or Local Transportation Improvement Programs(s).
After some discussion from council members, Mr. Fetty made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 21-10. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
There being no further business, Mr. Mills moved the meeting be adjourned. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the meeting adjourned at 5:10 p.m.
________________________
President of Council
Passed: ______________,2010
Attest: _____________________
Clerk of Council
Saturday, October 2, 2010
NEW BOSTON VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
NEW BOSTON VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING
MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 21, 2010
Regular session of New Boston Village Council was called to order at 6:30 p.m. James Warren, Jr., President of Council presided over the meeting. The roll was called with the following members of council being present: Mr. Fetty, Mr. Williams, Mr. Payton, Mr. Mills, Mr. Imes and Mr. Salyers.
Pledge of Allegiance/silent prayer
Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the minutes from September 2, 2010. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Reports from Visitors: Mike Meehan, Pine Street-discussed the sewer problem in the alley between Gallia and Pine Street. He asked if the owners were responsible for the repairs from their property line to the main sewer. Mr. Lytten explained according to our ordinance the owners are responsible. Referred to Laws and Finance Committee.
Kim Bloomfield, Pine Street-spoke to council regarding drug problems in the village. She stated she has seen drug activity in the area where she lives and also around her business located in New Boston. She would like to see more arrests and control of the problem.
No presenting and acting on petitions
REPORTS OF:
James Warren, Mayor-reported Officer Kevin Lewis has completed his one year probationary period and recommends his permanent appointment with the New Boston Police Department. Mr. Mills made a motion for the appointment. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0. Reported Jessica will be at Clerk of Court's training on Thursday and Friday of this week and he will be attending Mayor's Court Training on Friday, October 1.
Lana Loper, Clerk - no report
Kathy Bender, Treasurer - absent
Walter Lytten, Legal Counsel - no report
Steve Hamilton, Village Administrator - reported the meeting with FEMA and ODNR yesterday was very informative. Meeting was held regarding flood insurance requirements for the community. Presented a copy of a letter from the office of the Scioto County Commissioners reporting the village has been awarded $55,000 from the Community Development Block Grant Funds to rehab the village garage. Everyone thanks the County Commissioners. Reported a brighter street light was requested on September 20. September 25 anyone wanting to get rid of hazardous materials can take to Dow Chemical from 9-1. New Boston Cleanup Day is October 2 from 9-1. Tractor will be ready to pick up this week.
Theda Aldridge, Income Tax Director - no report
Darrold Clark, Chief of Police - presented report dated September 21. Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Imes seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Chris Bender, Fire Chief - no report
REPORTS OF CHAIRMEN OF COMMITTEES:
Junior Williams, Laws and Finance - set meeting for October 4, 2010, at 4:00 p.m. to discuss the first nine months finances, sewer ordinance and flood levy certification.
Ralph Imes, Streets & Alleys - none
Mike Payton, Utilities and Communications - reported Pike Electric has been sending employees out marking the poles.
Jon Mills, Flood & Sewage - none
Terry Salyers, Wage & Salary Study - none
Dan Fetty, Lands & Buildings - asked about deeds being switched over. Mr. Hamilton stated there are seven properties being worked on.
READING OF ORDINANCES & RESOLUTIONS
An ordinance was read authorizing the Village Administrator to rent four dumpsters from Rumpke Waste, Inc., for the sum of $1000.00 for Cleanup Day, to be reimbursed by the Lawrenece-Scioto Solid Waste Management District. Mr. Williams moved the rules requiring an ordinance or resolution of a general or permanent nature involving the expenditure of money be read on three separate dates be suspended. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Mr. Mills moved to adopt Ordinance No. 31-10. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
A resolution was read requesting certification from the Scioto County Auditor the tax valuation of the Village of New Boston and the amount of a one (1.00) mill renewal tax levy would provide. Mr. Payton made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 17-10. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
A resolution was read designating the evening of Thursday, October 28, 2010, as Trick-or-Treat night and limiting the time for participation from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Mr. Mills made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 18-10. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
A resolution was read commending Elwood Turner for his honorary diploma from Glenwood High School. Mr. Fetty made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 20-10. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
NEW BUSINESS
Mr. Imes - None
Mr. Mills - made a motion to bring in an Ordinance for contracts for the year 2011 on October 5, 2010. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Mr. Salyers - asked if the animal control could pick up the stray cats in the village. Mr. Hamilton stated cats are not picked up.
Mr. Fetty - discussed the flier regarding Diesel Repair Shop Area. Reported there was trouble parking in the park a few weeks ago. Stated there is no handicap parking in that area. Mr. Hamilton said there is two handicap parking spots by the old restrooms but the area for handicap parking needs updated. Mr. Fetty referred to Streets and Alleys Committee. Asked about the brick flat building where windows were broken. Stated it is in need of repair. Mr. Hamilton said he had contacted them and they were going to remodel. He said he would call again.
Mr. Payton - thanked the police chief for sending a patrolman to participate in the "Lest We Forget" ceremony at Green High School. Congratulated Elwood Turner on his diploma. Thanked Steve for the very informative meeting with FEMA regarding flood insurance. Discussed having the Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 11, at 6:00 p.m. Mr. Williams made a motion to bring in a resolution for the parade. Mr. Imes seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Mr. Williams - asked that the clerk draft a letter to the County Commissioners thanking them for the grant money.
Mr. Lytten - presented a letter from Mr. Cartee to council regarding easements for their information. No discussion held.
There being no further business, Mr. Mills moved the meeting be adjourned. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the meeting be adjourned at 7:43 p.m.
______________________________
President of Council
Passed: _________________, 2010
Attest: ___________________________
Village Clerk
MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 21, 2010
Regular session of New Boston Village Council was called to order at 6:30 p.m. James Warren, Jr., President of Council presided over the meeting. The roll was called with the following members of council being present: Mr. Fetty, Mr. Williams, Mr. Payton, Mr. Mills, Mr. Imes and Mr. Salyers.
Pledge of Allegiance/silent prayer
Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the minutes from September 2, 2010. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Reports from Visitors: Mike Meehan, Pine Street-discussed the sewer problem in the alley between Gallia and Pine Street. He asked if the owners were responsible for the repairs from their property line to the main sewer. Mr. Lytten explained according to our ordinance the owners are responsible. Referred to Laws and Finance Committee.
Kim Bloomfield, Pine Street-spoke to council regarding drug problems in the village. She stated she has seen drug activity in the area where she lives and also around her business located in New Boston. She would like to see more arrests and control of the problem.
No presenting and acting on petitions
REPORTS OF:
James Warren, Mayor-reported Officer Kevin Lewis has completed his one year probationary period and recommends his permanent appointment with the New Boston Police Department. Mr. Mills made a motion for the appointment. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0. Reported Jessica will be at Clerk of Court's training on Thursday and Friday of this week and he will be attending Mayor's Court Training on Friday, October 1.
Lana Loper, Clerk - no report
Kathy Bender, Treasurer - absent
Walter Lytten, Legal Counsel - no report
Steve Hamilton, Village Administrator - reported the meeting with FEMA and ODNR yesterday was very informative. Meeting was held regarding flood insurance requirements for the community. Presented a copy of a letter from the office of the Scioto County Commissioners reporting the village has been awarded $55,000 from the Community Development Block Grant Funds to rehab the village garage. Everyone thanks the County Commissioners. Reported a brighter street light was requested on September 20. September 25 anyone wanting to get rid of hazardous materials can take to Dow Chemical from 9-1. New Boston Cleanup Day is October 2 from 9-1. Tractor will be ready to pick up this week.
Theda Aldridge, Income Tax Director - no report
Darrold Clark, Chief of Police - presented report dated September 21. Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Imes seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Chris Bender, Fire Chief - no report
REPORTS OF CHAIRMEN OF COMMITTEES:
Junior Williams, Laws and Finance - set meeting for October 4, 2010, at 4:00 p.m. to discuss the first nine months finances, sewer ordinance and flood levy certification.
Ralph Imes, Streets & Alleys - none
Mike Payton, Utilities and Communications - reported Pike Electric has been sending employees out marking the poles.
Jon Mills, Flood & Sewage - none
Terry Salyers, Wage & Salary Study - none
Dan Fetty, Lands & Buildings - asked about deeds being switched over. Mr. Hamilton stated there are seven properties being worked on.
READING OF ORDINANCES & RESOLUTIONS
An ordinance was read authorizing the Village Administrator to rent four dumpsters from Rumpke Waste, Inc., for the sum of $1000.00 for Cleanup Day, to be reimbursed by the Lawrenece-Scioto Solid Waste Management District. Mr. Williams moved the rules requiring an ordinance or resolution of a general or permanent nature involving the expenditure of money be read on three separate dates be suspended. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Mr. Mills moved to adopt Ordinance No. 31-10. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
A resolution was read requesting certification from the Scioto County Auditor the tax valuation of the Village of New Boston and the amount of a one (1.00) mill renewal tax levy would provide. Mr. Payton made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 17-10. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
A resolution was read designating the evening of Thursday, October 28, 2010, as Trick-or-Treat night and limiting the time for participation from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Mr. Mills made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 18-10. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
A resolution was read commending Elwood Turner for his honorary diploma from Glenwood High School. Mr. Fetty made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 20-10. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
NEW BUSINESS
Mr. Imes - None
Mr. Mills - made a motion to bring in an Ordinance for contracts for the year 2011 on October 5, 2010. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Mr. Salyers - asked if the animal control could pick up the stray cats in the village. Mr. Hamilton stated cats are not picked up.
Mr. Fetty - discussed the flier regarding Diesel Repair Shop Area. Reported there was trouble parking in the park a few weeks ago. Stated there is no handicap parking in that area. Mr. Hamilton said there is two handicap parking spots by the old restrooms but the area for handicap parking needs updated. Mr. Fetty referred to Streets and Alleys Committee. Asked about the brick flat building where windows were broken. Stated it is in need of repair. Mr. Hamilton said he had contacted them and they were going to remodel. He said he would call again.
Mr. Payton - thanked the police chief for sending a patrolman to participate in the "Lest We Forget" ceremony at Green High School. Congratulated Elwood Turner on his diploma. Thanked Steve for the very informative meeting with FEMA regarding flood insurance. Discussed having the Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 11, at 6:00 p.m. Mr. Williams made a motion to bring in a resolution for the parade. Mr. Imes seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Mr. Williams - asked that the clerk draft a letter to the County Commissioners thanking them for the grant money.
Mr. Lytten - presented a letter from Mr. Cartee to council regarding easements for their information. No discussion held.
There being no further business, Mr. Mills moved the meeting be adjourned. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the meeting be adjourned at 7:43 p.m.
______________________________
President of Council
Passed: _________________, 2010
Attest: ___________________________
Village Clerk
Sunday, September 19, 2010
NEW BOSTON VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
NEW BOSTON VILLAGE COUNCIL
MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 7, 2010
Regular session of New Boston Village Council was called to order at 6:30 p.m. James Warren, Jr., President of Council presided over the meeting. The roll was called with the following members of council present: Mr. Fetty, Mr. Williams, Mr. Payton, Mr. Mills, Mr. Imes and Mr. Salyers.
Pledge of Allegiance/silent prayer
Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the minutes from August 17, 2010. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Reports from Visitors: None
No presenting and acting on petitions
Reading and acting on communications: request to solicit funds for the Shriner's Hospitals for Children was presented. Discussion was held regarding the date and location requested. Since the date requested does not have time for three readings for an ordinance and no other date specified, Mr. Williams made a motion to table the request. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
An invitation was presented from the Chamber of Commerce for Tri-State Rehab's Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Thursday, September 9, 2010 at 5:00 p.m. The location is 4643 Gallia Street, New Boston at the New Wal-Mart Shopping Center. Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
REPORTS OF:
James Warren, Mayor - reported Trick or Treat Night for the county will be October 28 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Mr. Mills made a motion to bring in an ordinance for Trick or Treat night for the Village on Thursday, October 28, 2010, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0. Reported to council that Chris Bender, Fire Chief, would like permission from council to proceed to apply for a grant for two firemen. The grant would pay for two years salaries and benefits. After discussion, Mr. Salyers made a motion for the Fire Chief to apply for the grant. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Presented Mayor's Court report for August, 2010. Mr. Williams made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Fetty seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Lana Loper, Clerk - presented report for August, 2010. Mr. Fetty made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Kathy Bender, Treasurer - absent
Walter Lytten, Legal Counsel - no report
Steve Hamilton, Village Administrator - presented a letter from Robin Hamm-LaValley, O.D. requesting a loading zone sign in front of her office be changed to handicapped parking. Referred to Mr. Lytten for laws parking on highways. Reported the light at West Avenue & Gallia is working. Reported on September 25 from 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. any household hazard waste materials such as aerosols, paints, refrigerators, etc., can be taken to Dow Chemical for disposal. Still cleaning debris in tubes. Tractor will be repaired in one week and lake bottoms will be cut. FEMA and ODNA will hold a meeting on Monday, September 20, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Community Center regarding the flood levee and flood insurance. Open to the public and will be advertised. This meeting will be for the entire area not just New Boston. AEP has awarded contract to Pike Electric for pole change out and will be starting September 20, 2010. Scioto Cleanup Day is October 2, 2010. Police cruiser that was damaged will be repaired. Yellow lines will be painted around the stadium tomorrow if weather is good.
Theda Aldridge, Income Tax Director - presented report for August, 2010. Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Darrold Clark, Chief of Police - presented report dated September 7, 2010. Mr. Imes made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
REPORTS OF CHAIRMEN OF COMMITTEES:
Junior Williams, Laws and Finances - None
Ralph Imes, Streets & Alleys - None
Mike Payton, Utilities and Communications - None
Jon Mills, Flood & Sewage - None
Terry Salyers, Wage & Salary Study - None
Dan Fetty, Lands & Buildings - None
READING OF ORDINANCES & RESOLUTIONS
A resolution was read accepting the amounts and rates as determined by the budget commission, authorizing the necessary tax levies and certifying them to the county auditor. Mr. Williams made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 15-10. Mr.Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
A resolution was read commending the 50th anniversary of the New Boston Little League All Stars winning 5th in the World Series. Mr. Mills made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 16-10. Mr. Fetty seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
Lana Loper, Clerk, reported to council the resolution regarding the renewal of a levy that was passed at the last meeting was filed to late to be on the November ballot. Therefore, another resolution would need to be passed to put the renewal on the ballot in the primary held in May, 2011. Mr. Mills made a motion to bring in a resolution to place the renewal on the ballot in the primary election. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
NEW BUSINESS:
Mr. Williams - congratulated Kayla McDaniel for winning Miss River Days. She represented New Boston in the queen pageant in the Portsmouth River Days. Mr. Williams also made a motion to bring in a resolution congratulating Kayla. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Mr. Mills - congratulated Kayla for being crowned Miss River Days.
Mr. Salyers - also congratulated Kayla.
Mr. Fetty - commented on Mr. Hamilton's article in the newspaper about cleaning up New Boston and cutting grass on the lower end of Stanton Avenue. He stated the area looks much better. Also asked if a brighter light could be installed on Pine Street. Thanked police and fire departments for jobs well done.
Mr. Payton - reported on September 23, Energy Park Initiative Workshop will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Ohio State Endeavor Center at Piketon regarding plans for the facility. Congratulated Kayla in the Miss River Days Pageant and thanked the service department in helping out in the parade. September 16 at the 17th Street Armory on 17th Street you can make an appointment to have dogs and cats spayed and neutered for free or a very small cost. Would like to set up a time and place in New Boston for the same clinic. September 11, at 6 p.m. at Green High School there is an assembly called "Lest We Forget", a memorial for 911. Reported he and the mayor have been talking about a Christmas Parade this year on December 11, if possible. After discussion, council recommended getting together a committee.
Mr. Imes - No new business
There being no further business, Mr. Mills moved the meeting be adjourned. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the meeting be adjourned at 7:35 p.m.
_______________________________
President of Council
Passed: ________________, 2010
Attest: _________________________
Village Clerk
MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 7, 2010
Regular session of New Boston Village Council was called to order at 6:30 p.m. James Warren, Jr., President of Council presided over the meeting. The roll was called with the following members of council present: Mr. Fetty, Mr. Williams, Mr. Payton, Mr. Mills, Mr. Imes and Mr. Salyers.
Pledge of Allegiance/silent prayer
Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the minutes from August 17, 2010. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Reports from Visitors: None
No presenting and acting on petitions
Reading and acting on communications: request to solicit funds for the Shriner's Hospitals for Children was presented. Discussion was held regarding the date and location requested. Since the date requested does not have time for three readings for an ordinance and no other date specified, Mr. Williams made a motion to table the request. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
An invitation was presented from the Chamber of Commerce for Tri-State Rehab's Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Thursday, September 9, 2010 at 5:00 p.m. The location is 4643 Gallia Street, New Boston at the New Wal-Mart Shopping Center. Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
REPORTS OF:
James Warren, Mayor - reported Trick or Treat Night for the county will be October 28 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Mr. Mills made a motion to bring in an ordinance for Trick or Treat night for the Village on Thursday, October 28, 2010, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0. Reported to council that Chris Bender, Fire Chief, would like permission from council to proceed to apply for a grant for two firemen. The grant would pay for two years salaries and benefits. After discussion, Mr. Salyers made a motion for the Fire Chief to apply for the grant. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Presented Mayor's Court report for August, 2010. Mr. Williams made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Fetty seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Lana Loper, Clerk - presented report for August, 2010. Mr. Fetty made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Kathy Bender, Treasurer - absent
Walter Lytten, Legal Counsel - no report
Steve Hamilton, Village Administrator - presented a letter from Robin Hamm-LaValley, O.D. requesting a loading zone sign in front of her office be changed to handicapped parking. Referred to Mr. Lytten for laws parking on highways. Reported the light at West Avenue & Gallia is working. Reported on September 25 from 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. any household hazard waste materials such as aerosols, paints, refrigerators, etc., can be taken to Dow Chemical for disposal. Still cleaning debris in tubes. Tractor will be repaired in one week and lake bottoms will be cut. FEMA and ODNA will hold a meeting on Monday, September 20, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Community Center regarding the flood levee and flood insurance. Open to the public and will be advertised. This meeting will be for the entire area not just New Boston. AEP has awarded contract to Pike Electric for pole change out and will be starting September 20, 2010. Scioto Cleanup Day is October 2, 2010. Police cruiser that was damaged will be repaired. Yellow lines will be painted around the stadium tomorrow if weather is good.
Theda Aldridge, Income Tax Director - presented report for August, 2010. Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Darrold Clark, Chief of Police - presented report dated September 7, 2010. Mr. Imes made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
REPORTS OF CHAIRMEN OF COMMITTEES:
Junior Williams, Laws and Finances - None
Ralph Imes, Streets & Alleys - None
Mike Payton, Utilities and Communications - None
Jon Mills, Flood & Sewage - None
Terry Salyers, Wage & Salary Study - None
Dan Fetty, Lands & Buildings - None
READING OF ORDINANCES & RESOLUTIONS
A resolution was read accepting the amounts and rates as determined by the budget commission, authorizing the necessary tax levies and certifying them to the county auditor. Mr. Williams made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 15-10. Mr.Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
A resolution was read commending the 50th anniversary of the New Boston Little League All Stars winning 5th in the World Series. Mr. Mills made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 16-10. Mr. Fetty seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
Lana Loper, Clerk, reported to council the resolution regarding the renewal of a levy that was passed at the last meeting was filed to late to be on the November ballot. Therefore, another resolution would need to be passed to put the renewal on the ballot in the primary held in May, 2011. Mr. Mills made a motion to bring in a resolution to place the renewal on the ballot in the primary election. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
NEW BUSINESS:
Mr. Williams - congratulated Kayla McDaniel for winning Miss River Days. She represented New Boston in the queen pageant in the Portsmouth River Days. Mr. Williams also made a motion to bring in a resolution congratulating Kayla. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Mr. Mills - congratulated Kayla for being crowned Miss River Days.
Mr. Salyers - also congratulated Kayla.
Mr. Fetty - commented on Mr. Hamilton's article in the newspaper about cleaning up New Boston and cutting grass on the lower end of Stanton Avenue. He stated the area looks much better. Also asked if a brighter light could be installed on Pine Street. Thanked police and fire departments for jobs well done.
Mr. Payton - reported on September 23, Energy Park Initiative Workshop will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Ohio State Endeavor Center at Piketon regarding plans for the facility. Congratulated Kayla in the Miss River Days Pageant and thanked the service department in helping out in the parade. September 16 at the 17th Street Armory on 17th Street you can make an appointment to have dogs and cats spayed and neutered for free or a very small cost. Would like to set up a time and place in New Boston for the same clinic. September 11, at 6 p.m. at Green High School there is an assembly called "Lest We Forget", a memorial for 911. Reported he and the mayor have been talking about a Christmas Parade this year on December 11, if possible. After discussion, council recommended getting together a committee.
Mr. Imes - No new business
There being no further business, Mr. Mills moved the meeting be adjourned. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the meeting be adjourned at 7:35 p.m.
_______________________________
President of Council
Passed: ________________, 2010
Attest: _________________________
Village Clerk
Monday, September 6, 2010
NEW BOSTON VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
NEW BOSTON VILLAGE COUNCIL
AUGUST 17, 2010
MINUTES
Regular session of New Boston Village council was called to order at 6:30 p.m. James Warren, Jr., President of Council presided over the meeting. The roll was called with the following members of council being present: Mr. Fetty, Mr. Williams, Mr. Payton, Mr. Mills, Mr. Imes and Mr. Salyers.
Pledge of Allegiance/silent prayer
Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the minutes from August 3, 2010. Mr. Fetty seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
No reports from visitors
No presenting and acting on petitions
No Communications
Reports of:
James Warren, Mayor - reported SFI is doing well and also has changed managers. Negotiation for Infra-Metals is still moving along very well. Reported a nice letter was in the paper from Robbie Law thanking the police, fire and service departments. Stated the budget is continuing to be watched. Attended Daymar open house and reported they now have 384 students.
Lana Loper, Clerk - presented report for July, 2010. Mr. Williams made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Kathy Bender, Treasurer - absent
Walter Lytten, Legal Council - no report
Steve Hamilton, Village Administrator - attended a FEMA meeting in Columbus and stated they will hold a seminar here in 3-4 weeks regarding the levee. Reported there is still no funding for the levee. Reported the cost to repair the tractor is $3500.00. Repairs to Harrisonville Avenue have been made. Cleaned out Munn's Run and reported more than 40 tires were dug out. Cross walks and stop bars will be painted on Thursday since school starts on the 25th. Reported the service department is doing a good job in spite of the heat. Stanton Avenue has been dug out and will be finished tomorrow.
Theda Aldridge, Income Tax Director - no report
Darrold Clark, Chief of Police - presented report dated August 17, 2010. Mr. Williams made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Imes, seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Chris Bender, Fire Chief - no report
Reports of Chairmen of Committees:
Junior Williams, Laws & Finance - none
Ralph Imes, Streets & Alleys - reported the committee had met on Monday, August 16. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss possible changes in the "no turn on red" signs. He reported that since the light poles will be changed out and also could cause confusion, the committee recommended holding off any kind of action. Mr. Williams made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
Mike Payton, Utilities & Communications - none
Jon Mills, Flood & Sewage - none
Terry Salyers, Wage & Salary Study - none
Dan Fetty, Lands & Buildings - none
Reading of Ordinances and Resolutions:
Third reading was given to an ordinance authorizing the issuance of a permit to the American Red Cross to solicit charitable contributions from occupants of motor vehicles on a highway pursuant to a permit to be issued by the clerk at the direction of council. Mr. Mills made a motion to adopt Ordinance No. 28-10. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-4 (Williams, Imes, Payton, Mills) nays-2 (Fetty, Salyers).
An ordinance was read declaring a moral obligation and approving payment in the amount of $170.00 to Sam Craft and declaring an emergency. Mr. Payton moved the rules requiring an ordinance or resolution of a general or permanent nature involving expenditure of money be read on three separate dates be suspended. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Mr. Mills moved to adopt Ordinance No. 29-10. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
An ordinance was read transferring and appropriating amounts in the various funds of the village and declaring an emergency. Mr. Fetty moved the rules requiring an ordinance or resolution of a general or permanent nature involving the expenditure of money be read on three separate dates be suspended. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Mr. Mills moved to adopt Ordinance No. 30-10. Mr. Fetty seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
A resolution was read declaring the amount of taxes that may be raised by levy at the maximum rate authorized by law without a vote of the electors to be insufficient; and declaring the necessity of a levy in excess of such rate. Mr. Williams moved to adopt Resolution No. 14-10. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
New Business:
Mr. Imes - None
Mr. Williams - None
Mr. Mills - None
Mr. Salyers - asked about drug problems in the village. Chief Clark stated there is some investigation going on.
Mr. Fetty -asked Mr. Lytten if he found more information regarding the village sales tax. Mr. Lytten reported the village cannot add the tax. He also asked about the additional piece of land that Mr. Cartee was interested in. Mr. Lytten explained some of the details with council and stated he would report back to them when information was available.
Mr. Payton - reported he visited Tri-State Rehab that just opened in the mall. Hope everyone could attend the grand opening. He spoke to Mike Bell and Mr. Bell reported that the Challenger League did go to the state tournament in Toledo and again thanked the village for allowing solicitation. Stated good news was reported in the newspaper regarding the A-Plant receiving 2.1 billion dollars for clean-up.
There being no further business, Mr. Mills moved the meeting be adjourned. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the meeting be adjourned at 7:30 p.m.
___________________________
President of Council
Passed: __________________, 2010
Attest: ________________________
Village Clerk
AUGUST 17, 2010
MINUTES
Regular session of New Boston Village council was called to order at 6:30 p.m. James Warren, Jr., President of Council presided over the meeting. The roll was called with the following members of council being present: Mr. Fetty, Mr. Williams, Mr. Payton, Mr. Mills, Mr. Imes and Mr. Salyers.
Pledge of Allegiance/silent prayer
Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the minutes from August 3, 2010. Mr. Fetty seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
No reports from visitors
No presenting and acting on petitions
No Communications
Reports of:
James Warren, Mayor - reported SFI is doing well and also has changed managers. Negotiation for Infra-Metals is still moving along very well. Reported a nice letter was in the paper from Robbie Law thanking the police, fire and service departments. Stated the budget is continuing to be watched. Attended Daymar open house and reported they now have 384 students.
Lana Loper, Clerk - presented report for July, 2010. Mr. Williams made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Kathy Bender, Treasurer - absent
Walter Lytten, Legal Council - no report
Steve Hamilton, Village Administrator - attended a FEMA meeting in Columbus and stated they will hold a seminar here in 3-4 weeks regarding the levee. Reported there is still no funding for the levee. Reported the cost to repair the tractor is $3500.00. Repairs to Harrisonville Avenue have been made. Cleaned out Munn's Run and reported more than 40 tires were dug out. Cross walks and stop bars will be painted on Thursday since school starts on the 25th. Reported the service department is doing a good job in spite of the heat. Stanton Avenue has been dug out and will be finished tomorrow.
Theda Aldridge, Income Tax Director - no report
Darrold Clark, Chief of Police - presented report dated August 17, 2010. Mr. Williams made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Imes, seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Chris Bender, Fire Chief - no report
Reports of Chairmen of Committees:
Junior Williams, Laws & Finance - none
Ralph Imes, Streets & Alleys - reported the committee had met on Monday, August 16. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss possible changes in the "no turn on red" signs. He reported that since the light poles will be changed out and also could cause confusion, the committee recommended holding off any kind of action. Mr. Williams made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
Mike Payton, Utilities & Communications - none
Jon Mills, Flood & Sewage - none
Terry Salyers, Wage & Salary Study - none
Dan Fetty, Lands & Buildings - none
Reading of Ordinances and Resolutions:
Third reading was given to an ordinance authorizing the issuance of a permit to the American Red Cross to solicit charitable contributions from occupants of motor vehicles on a highway pursuant to a permit to be issued by the clerk at the direction of council. Mr. Mills made a motion to adopt Ordinance No. 28-10. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-4 (Williams, Imes, Payton, Mills) nays-2 (Fetty, Salyers).
An ordinance was read declaring a moral obligation and approving payment in the amount of $170.00 to Sam Craft and declaring an emergency. Mr. Payton moved the rules requiring an ordinance or resolution of a general or permanent nature involving expenditure of money be read on three separate dates be suspended. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Mr. Mills moved to adopt Ordinance No. 29-10. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
An ordinance was read transferring and appropriating amounts in the various funds of the village and declaring an emergency. Mr. Fetty moved the rules requiring an ordinance or resolution of a general or permanent nature involving the expenditure of money be read on three separate dates be suspended. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Mr. Mills moved to adopt Ordinance No. 30-10. Mr. Fetty seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
A resolution was read declaring the amount of taxes that may be raised by levy at the maximum rate authorized by law without a vote of the electors to be insufficient; and declaring the necessity of a levy in excess of such rate. Mr. Williams moved to adopt Resolution No. 14-10. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
New Business:
Mr. Imes - None
Mr. Williams - None
Mr. Mills - None
Mr. Salyers - asked about drug problems in the village. Chief Clark stated there is some investigation going on.
Mr. Fetty -asked Mr. Lytten if he found more information regarding the village sales tax. Mr. Lytten reported the village cannot add the tax. He also asked about the additional piece of land that Mr. Cartee was interested in. Mr. Lytten explained some of the details with council and stated he would report back to them when information was available.
Mr. Payton - reported he visited Tri-State Rehab that just opened in the mall. Hope everyone could attend the grand opening. He spoke to Mike Bell and Mr. Bell reported that the Challenger League did go to the state tournament in Toledo and again thanked the village for allowing solicitation. Stated good news was reported in the newspaper regarding the A-Plant receiving 2.1 billion dollars for clean-up.
There being no further business, Mr. Mills moved the meeting be adjourned. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the meeting be adjourned at 7:30 p.m.
___________________________
President of Council
Passed: __________________, 2010
Attest: ________________________
Village Clerk
Sunday, August 15, 2010
NEW BOSTON VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
New Boston Village Council
Minutes
August 3, 2010
Regular session of New Boston Village Council was called to order at 6:30 p.m. James Warren, Jr., President of Council, presided over the meeting. The roll was called with the following members of council being present: Mr. Fetty, Mr. Williams, Mr. Payton, Mr. Mills, Mr. Imes and Mr. Salyers.
Pledge of Allegiance/silent prayer
Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the minutes from July 20, 2010. Mr. Salyers sesconded the motion. All members concurring Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Reports from Visitiors:
Doug Patton-asked council if there is a way to start charging a village sales tax. Mr. Williams and Mr. Lytten stated there are state and county sales taxes allowed but they do not think village sales tax are allowed. Mr. Lytten stated he would check into it.
No presenting and acting on petitions
Reading of Communications - Southern Ohio Shrine Club requested permission for solicitation. Mr. Mills stated they marked on the application they are not a 502(c)(3). The application was tabled.
Reports of:
James Warren, Mayor - presented Mayor's Court report for July 2010. Mr. Williams made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0. Called for a meeting of the Lands and Buildings Committee regarding a letter from Mr. Cartee concerning a small strip of land on the far end of the site that he bought.
Lana Loper, Clerk - no report
Kathy Bender, Treasurer - absent
Walter Lytten, Legal Counsel - no report
Steve Hamilton, Village Administrator - reported the service department has been fixing potholes and keeping up with grass cutting in the village. There was a meeting on July 30 with AEP and contractors regarding light poles in the village. Contractors will be selected on August 20 and AEP hopes to have the poles changed out by the end of 2011. Reported he has not heard anything from the county regarding the transfer of property on Grace Street to Habitat. Reported no ordinance had been done regarding "no turn on red" signs at York or Center Streets and again referred this to the Streets and Alleys Committee. Mr. Imes, Streets & Alleys Committee Chairman, set a meeting for Monday, August 16, at 5:30 p.m. for that discussion. The box on West Avenue cannot be fixed and will be changed out when the new light at Glenwood has been installed.
Theda Aldridge, Income Tax Director - absent but report for July, 2010 was presented. Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Darrold Clark, Chief of Police - presented report dated August 3, 2010. Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Chris Bender, Fire Chief - no report
Reports of Chairman of Committees:
Junior Williams, Laws and Finances - reported the committee met on July 27 and discussed revenues and expenditures for the first half of 2010. Both are slightly above projections but expenditures still exceed revenues and they encourage all departments to control spending and minimize the use of overtime. Mr. Hamilton presented a list of items needed for village improvement. The committee recommends an ordinance be brought in for the appropriation from the Capital Improvement for the purchase of radios for the fire department, matching grant for a generator-exhaust removal system and a new roof on safety building. Mr. Payton made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Imes seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0. Mr. Payton also made a motion to bring in an ordinance for the appropriations needed as recommended by the committee on emergency. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Ralph Imes, Streets & Alleys - reported a good job was done removing the hump in the road coming into the village by Wal-Mart. Hopes other humps on Harrisonville and in various alleys will be done soon. Mr. Hamilton stated they will be working on them soon.
Mike Payton, Utilities & Communications - none
Jon Mills, Flood & Sewage - none
Terry Salyers, Wage & Salary Study - none
Dan Fetty, Lands & Buildings - none
Reading of Ordinances & Resolutions:
Second reading was given to an ordinance authorizing the issuance of a permit to the American Red Cross to solicit charitable contributions from occupants of motor vehicles on a highway pursuant to a permit to be issued by the clerk at the direction of council. Mr. Mills made a motion for 2nd reading. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes - 4 (Williams, Imes, Payton, Mills) nays - 2 (Fetty, Salyers).
A resolution was read commending the members of the Cedar Street Church of Christ in Christian Union for their volunteer work in the community. Mr. Mills made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 13-10. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes - 6.
New Business:
Mr. Payton - reported he was glad he attended the AEP meeting and reported it was very informative. Reported he heard the car show in the village was very nice and hopes it continues. Thanked everyone for attending the council meeting.
Mr. Imes - also thanked everyone for a good car show
Mr. Williams - asked if the MVA was in place. Mr. Bender stated everything was ready to go.
Mr. Mills - none
Mr. Salyers - none
Mr. Fetty - stated when AEP replaces poles, he is concerned the traffic lights will be out and wants to make sure traffic is taken care of properly. Mr. Hamilton stated he would make sure traffic would be maintained properly. Asked about roads being repaired by the state since they are state highways. Mr. Williams explained we do receive funds from the state for maintenance. Would like for the traffic lights through the village be synchronized. Mr. Hamilton stated the lights are old and set as best as can be. Asked about other possible funding for the village, Mr. Williams explained besides levees and taxes a fee could be added to driver's license, add garbage collection fee, etc., but there is only certain things the state allows. Also thanked the visitors for coming.
There being no further business, Mr. Mills moved the meeting be adjourned. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the meeting be adjourned at 7:30 p.m.
_______________________
President of Council
Passed: ______________, 2010
Attest: _____________________
Village Clerk
Minutes
August 3, 2010
Regular session of New Boston Village Council was called to order at 6:30 p.m. James Warren, Jr., President of Council, presided over the meeting. The roll was called with the following members of council being present: Mr. Fetty, Mr. Williams, Mr. Payton, Mr. Mills, Mr. Imes and Mr. Salyers.
Pledge of Allegiance/silent prayer
Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the minutes from July 20, 2010. Mr. Salyers sesconded the motion. All members concurring Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Reports from Visitiors:
Doug Patton-asked council if there is a way to start charging a village sales tax. Mr. Williams and Mr. Lytten stated there are state and county sales taxes allowed but they do not think village sales tax are allowed. Mr. Lytten stated he would check into it.
No presenting and acting on petitions
Reading of Communications - Southern Ohio Shrine Club requested permission for solicitation. Mr. Mills stated they marked on the application they are not a 502(c)(3). The application was tabled.
Reports of:
James Warren, Mayor - presented Mayor's Court report for July 2010. Mr. Williams made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0. Called for a meeting of the Lands and Buildings Committee regarding a letter from Mr. Cartee concerning a small strip of land on the far end of the site that he bought.
Lana Loper, Clerk - no report
Kathy Bender, Treasurer - absent
Walter Lytten, Legal Counsel - no report
Steve Hamilton, Village Administrator - reported the service department has been fixing potholes and keeping up with grass cutting in the village. There was a meeting on July 30 with AEP and contractors regarding light poles in the village. Contractors will be selected on August 20 and AEP hopes to have the poles changed out by the end of 2011. Reported he has not heard anything from the county regarding the transfer of property on Grace Street to Habitat. Reported no ordinance had been done regarding "no turn on red" signs at York or Center Streets and again referred this to the Streets and Alleys Committee. Mr. Imes, Streets & Alleys Committee Chairman, set a meeting for Monday, August 16, at 5:30 p.m. for that discussion. The box on West Avenue cannot be fixed and will be changed out when the new light at Glenwood has been installed.
Theda Aldridge, Income Tax Director - absent but report for July, 2010 was presented. Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Darrold Clark, Chief of Police - presented report dated August 3, 2010. Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Chris Bender, Fire Chief - no report
Reports of Chairman of Committees:
Junior Williams, Laws and Finances - reported the committee met on July 27 and discussed revenues and expenditures for the first half of 2010. Both are slightly above projections but expenditures still exceed revenues and they encourage all departments to control spending and minimize the use of overtime. Mr. Hamilton presented a list of items needed for village improvement. The committee recommends an ordinance be brought in for the appropriation from the Capital Improvement for the purchase of radios for the fire department, matching grant for a generator-exhaust removal system and a new roof on safety building. Mr. Payton made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Imes seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0. Mr. Payton also made a motion to bring in an ordinance for the appropriations needed as recommended by the committee on emergency. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Ralph Imes, Streets & Alleys - reported a good job was done removing the hump in the road coming into the village by Wal-Mart. Hopes other humps on Harrisonville and in various alleys will be done soon. Mr. Hamilton stated they will be working on them soon.
Mike Payton, Utilities & Communications - none
Jon Mills, Flood & Sewage - none
Terry Salyers, Wage & Salary Study - none
Dan Fetty, Lands & Buildings - none
Reading of Ordinances & Resolutions:
Second reading was given to an ordinance authorizing the issuance of a permit to the American Red Cross to solicit charitable contributions from occupants of motor vehicles on a highway pursuant to a permit to be issued by the clerk at the direction of council. Mr. Mills made a motion for 2nd reading. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes - 4 (Williams, Imes, Payton, Mills) nays - 2 (Fetty, Salyers).
A resolution was read commending the members of the Cedar Street Church of Christ in Christian Union for their volunteer work in the community. Mr. Mills made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 13-10. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes - 6.
New Business:
Mr. Payton - reported he was glad he attended the AEP meeting and reported it was very informative. Reported he heard the car show in the village was very nice and hopes it continues. Thanked everyone for attending the council meeting.
Mr. Imes - also thanked everyone for a good car show
Mr. Williams - asked if the MVA was in place. Mr. Bender stated everything was ready to go.
Mr. Mills - none
Mr. Salyers - none
Mr. Fetty - stated when AEP replaces poles, he is concerned the traffic lights will be out and wants to make sure traffic is taken care of properly. Mr. Hamilton stated he would make sure traffic would be maintained properly. Asked about roads being repaired by the state since they are state highways. Mr. Williams explained we do receive funds from the state for maintenance. Would like for the traffic lights through the village be synchronized. Mr. Hamilton stated the lights are old and set as best as can be. Asked about other possible funding for the village, Mr. Williams explained besides levees and taxes a fee could be added to driver's license, add garbage collection fee, etc., but there is only certain things the state allows. Also thanked the visitors for coming.
There being no further business, Mr. Mills moved the meeting be adjourned. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the meeting be adjourned at 7:30 p.m.
_______________________
President of Council
Passed: ______________, 2010
Attest: _____________________
Village Clerk
Sunday, August 1, 2010
NEW BOSTON VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
NEW BOSTON VILLAGE COUNCIL
MINUTES
JULY 20, 2010
Regular session of New Boston Village Council was called to order at 6:30 p.m. James Warren, Jr., President of Council, presided over the meeting. The roll was called with the following members of council being present: Mr. Fetty, Mr. Williams, Mr. Payton, Mr. Mills, Mr. Imes and Mr. Salyers.
Pledge of Allegiance/silent prayer
Mr. Fetty made a motion to accept and file the minutes from the Public Hearing and Council Meeting held June 6, 2010. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Reports from Visitors - none
No Petitions
Reading on communications - CIC minutes were presented regarding the sale of the lot by the Eagles. Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the minutes. Mr. Fetty seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Reports of:
James Warren, Mayor-asked for a resolution for Church of Christ in Christian Union for helping the community with painting, cleaning parks, etc. Mr. Mills moved to bring in a resolution. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Lana Loper, Clerk-presented report for June, 2010. Mr. Williams made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Kathy Bender, Treasurer-no report
Walter Lytten, Legal Counsel-no report
Steve Hamilton, Village Administrator-reported Cleanup Day will be October 2, 2010. Dumpsters will be provided where residents can bring in their unwanted goods. Working on a program to dispose of tires and also working on getting tires out of Munn's Run. Reportedthe service department has been doing a good job even though they are shorthanded. Reported a resolution for salt will be needed for a contract with the state for $58.19 a ton.
Theda Aldridge, Income Tax Director-absent
Darrold Clark, Chief of Police-presented report dated July 20, 2010. Mr. Williams made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Chris Bender, Fire Chief-reported contract was signed with Medicount.
Reports of Chairmen of Committees:
Junior Williams, Laws and Finances-set meeting for Tuesday, July 27, at 4:30 p.m.
Ralph Imes, Streets & Alleys-reported humps in streets have been marked for repair. Asked what the holdup was. Mr. Hamilton stated they will be repaired when the weather breaks.
Mike Payton, Utilities & Communications-asked if any communication has been received from AEP regarding the poles. Mr. Hamilton reported a pre-bid meeting will be held on June 30 at 10:00 a.m.
Jon Mills, Flood & Sewage-no report
Terry Salyers, Wage & Salary Study-no report
Dan Fetty, Lands & Buildings-asked how the transfer of property to Habitat was going. Mr. Hamilton stated all papers for the transfer has been done and final papers will be signed soon. Habitat is ready to start.
Reading of Ordinances and Resolutions:
An ordinance was read transferring and appropriating amounts in the various funds of the village and declaring an emergency. Mr. Fetty moved the rules requiring an ordinance or resolution of a general or permanent nature involving the expenditure of money be read on three separate dates be suspended. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Mr. Mills moved Ordinance No 27-10 be adopted. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
An ordinance was read authorizing the issuance of a permit to the American Red Cross to solicit charitable contributions from occupants of motor vehicles on a highway pursuant to a permit to be issued by the clerk at the direction of council. Mr. Williams made a motion for the 1st reading. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-4 (Williams, Mills, Payton, Imes) nays-2 (Salyers, Fetty).
New Business:
Mr. Fetty-inquired about removing the sign for no right turn on red on York Street. Mr. Hamilton stated he would double check but did not think that had been changed. Also inquired about the West Avenue signal-Mr. Hamilton stated Mr. Craig was having problems getting parts and he hopes it will be fixed within two weeks. Pine Street Lighting-Mr. Hamilton stated he replaced the lighting with brighter lights and maybe another pole could be added. Asked if the grass behind Marathon could be cut. He stated it looked bad coming into New Boston. Mr. Hamilton stated the area will be cleaned soon. Asked about the trash being dumped in Haverhill, Mr. Hamilton stated the garbage truck does need repaired to put on highway and we would save $6.00 a ton hauling to Haverhill. Asked about proposals for replacing traffic lights on Gallia and Rt. 139, Mr. Hamilton stated he would get the costs together again. Mr. Fetty stated he was in favor of purchasing the mower but would rather the purchase had come to council. Mr. Hamilton explained the purchase was made because several acres in the village needs mowed and the old mowers were in bad shape. Thanked businesses in New Boston.
Mr. Payton-thanked Cedar Street Church for doing a good job painting and cleaning in New Boston and also stated Boone Coleman is doing a good tearing down the diesel shop. Asked about campaign signs on Rt. 52 east by Wal-Mart. Mr. Warren stated if they are on public property they will be removed.
Mr. Imes-none
Mr. Williams-none
Mr. Mills-none
Mr. Salyers-none
There being no further business, Mr. Mills moved the meeting adjourned. Mr. Imes seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the meeting adjourned at 7:15 p.m.
_____________________
President of Council
Passed: ______________,2010
Attest: ________________
Village Clerk
MINUTES
JULY 20, 2010
Regular session of New Boston Village Council was called to order at 6:30 p.m. James Warren, Jr., President of Council, presided over the meeting. The roll was called with the following members of council being present: Mr. Fetty, Mr. Williams, Mr. Payton, Mr. Mills, Mr. Imes and Mr. Salyers.
Pledge of Allegiance/silent prayer
Mr. Fetty made a motion to accept and file the minutes from the Public Hearing and Council Meeting held June 6, 2010. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Reports from Visitors - none
No Petitions
Reading on communications - CIC minutes were presented regarding the sale of the lot by the Eagles. Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the minutes. Mr. Fetty seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Reports of:
James Warren, Mayor-asked for a resolution for Church of Christ in Christian Union for helping the community with painting, cleaning parks, etc. Mr. Mills moved to bring in a resolution. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Lana Loper, Clerk-presented report for June, 2010. Mr. Williams made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Kathy Bender, Treasurer-no report
Walter Lytten, Legal Counsel-no report
Steve Hamilton, Village Administrator-reported Cleanup Day will be October 2, 2010. Dumpsters will be provided where residents can bring in their unwanted goods. Working on a program to dispose of tires and also working on getting tires out of Munn's Run. Reportedthe service department has been doing a good job even though they are shorthanded. Reported a resolution for salt will be needed for a contract with the state for $58.19 a ton.
Theda Aldridge, Income Tax Director-absent
Darrold Clark, Chief of Police-presented report dated July 20, 2010. Mr. Williams made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Chris Bender, Fire Chief-reported contract was signed with Medicount.
Reports of Chairmen of Committees:
Junior Williams, Laws and Finances-set meeting for Tuesday, July 27, at 4:30 p.m.
Ralph Imes, Streets & Alleys-reported humps in streets have been marked for repair. Asked what the holdup was. Mr. Hamilton stated they will be repaired when the weather breaks.
Mike Payton, Utilities & Communications-asked if any communication has been received from AEP regarding the poles. Mr. Hamilton reported a pre-bid meeting will be held on June 30 at 10:00 a.m.
Jon Mills, Flood & Sewage-no report
Terry Salyers, Wage & Salary Study-no report
Dan Fetty, Lands & Buildings-asked how the transfer of property to Habitat was going. Mr. Hamilton stated all papers for the transfer has been done and final papers will be signed soon. Habitat is ready to start.
Reading of Ordinances and Resolutions:
An ordinance was read transferring and appropriating amounts in the various funds of the village and declaring an emergency. Mr. Fetty moved the rules requiring an ordinance or resolution of a general or permanent nature involving the expenditure of money be read on three separate dates be suspended. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Mr. Mills moved Ordinance No 27-10 be adopted. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
An ordinance was read authorizing the issuance of a permit to the American Red Cross to solicit charitable contributions from occupants of motor vehicles on a highway pursuant to a permit to be issued by the clerk at the direction of council. Mr. Williams made a motion for the 1st reading. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-4 (Williams, Mills, Payton, Imes) nays-2 (Salyers, Fetty).
New Business:
Mr. Fetty-inquired about removing the sign for no right turn on red on York Street. Mr. Hamilton stated he would double check but did not think that had been changed. Also inquired about the West Avenue signal-Mr. Hamilton stated Mr. Craig was having problems getting parts and he hopes it will be fixed within two weeks. Pine Street Lighting-Mr. Hamilton stated he replaced the lighting with brighter lights and maybe another pole could be added. Asked if the grass behind Marathon could be cut. He stated it looked bad coming into New Boston. Mr. Hamilton stated the area will be cleaned soon. Asked about the trash being dumped in Haverhill, Mr. Hamilton stated the garbage truck does need repaired to put on highway and we would save $6.00 a ton hauling to Haverhill. Asked about proposals for replacing traffic lights on Gallia and Rt. 139, Mr. Hamilton stated he would get the costs together again. Mr. Fetty stated he was in favor of purchasing the mower but would rather the purchase had come to council. Mr. Hamilton explained the purchase was made because several acres in the village needs mowed and the old mowers were in bad shape. Thanked businesses in New Boston.
Mr. Payton-thanked Cedar Street Church for doing a good job painting and cleaning in New Boston and also stated Boone Coleman is doing a good tearing down the diesel shop. Asked about campaign signs on Rt. 52 east by Wal-Mart. Mr. Warren stated if they are on public property they will be removed.
Mr. Imes-none
Mr. Williams-none
Mr. Mills-none
Mr. Salyers-none
There being no further business, Mr. Mills moved the meeting adjourned. Mr. Imes seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the meeting adjourned at 7:15 p.m.
_____________________
President of Council
Passed: ______________,2010
Attest: ________________
Village Clerk
Saturday, July 17, 2010
NEW BOSTON VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
NEW BOSTON VILLAGE COUNCIL
MINUTES
JULY 6, 2010
Regular session of New Boston Village Council was called to order at 6:30 p.m. James Warren, Jr., President of Council, presided over the meeting. The roll was called with the following members of council being present: Mr. Williams, Mr. Payton, Mr. Mills, Mr. Imes, and Mr. Salyers. Mr. Mills made a motion to excuse the absent member, Mr. Fetty. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0.
Pledge of Allegiance/silent prayer
Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the minutes from June 15, 2010. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0. Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the minutes from the public hearing held June 22. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0. Mr. Williams made a motion to accept and file the special council meeting minutes held June 22. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0.
No Reports from Visitors
Presenting and acting on petitions--read a request from the American Red Cross to solicit funds from public highways. Mr. Williams made a motion to bring in an ordinance to allow the solicitation on October 16, 2010. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-4 (Williams, Mills, Payton, Imes) nays - 1 (Salyers).
Reports of:
James Warren, Mayor - presented Mayor's court report for June 2010. Mr. Imes made a motion to accept and file. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0. Reported several employees were off due to medical problems.
Lana Loper, Clerk - no report
Kathy Bender, Treasurer - no report
Walter Lytten, Legal Counsel - no report
Steve Hamilton, Village Administrator - no report
Theda Aldridge, Income Tax Director - presented report for June, 2010. Mr. Williams made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0.
Darrold Clark, Chief of Police - absent
Chris Bender, Fire Chief - absent
Reports of Committees:
Junior Williams, Laws and Finance - none
Ralph Imes, Streets and Alleys - none
Mike Payton, Utilities & Communications - none
Jon Mills, Flood and Sewage - none
Terry Salyers, Wage & Salary Study - none
Dan Fetty, Lands & Buildings - none
Reading of Ordinances and Resolutions:
An Ordinance was read adopting the budget for the Village of New Boston, Ohio, for the fiscal year 2011. Mr. Salyers moved the rules regarding an ordinance or resolution of a general or permanent nature involving the expenditure of money be read on three separate dates be suspended. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5. Mr. Mills moved Ordinance No. 25-10 be adopted. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5.
An ordinance was read authorizing the transfer of village owned property to the Community Improvement Corporation and declaring an emergency. Mr. Williams moved the rules requiring an ordinance or resolution of a general or permanent nature involving the expenditure of money be read on three separate dates be suspended. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes -5. Mr. Mills moved Ordinance No. 26-10 be adopted. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5.
A resolution was read requesting certification from the Scioto County Auditor the tax valuation of the Village of New Boston and the amount a one (1.00) mill renewal tax levy would provide. Mr. Williams moved to adopt Resolution No. 12-10. Mr. Imes seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5.
NEW BUSINESS:
Mr. Salyers - asked how the Challenger League was able to collect money on Saturday when the ordinance had not taken effect.
Mr. Fetty - absent
Mr. Payton - asked when the contract starts for the MVA. Mr. Williams said Mr. Steuert will meet with Chris Bender soon. Reported the Little League has a new board of directors.
Mr. Imes - None
Mr. Williams - gave his condolences to the Jiggs Porter family. Mr. Porter had served as a past Councilman.
Mr. Mills - none
There being no further business, Mr. Mills moved the meeting adjourned. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0.
______________________________
President of Council
Passed: __________________, 2010
Attest: ________________________
Clerk of Council
MINUTES
JULY 6, 2010
Regular session of New Boston Village Council was called to order at 6:30 p.m. James Warren, Jr., President of Council, presided over the meeting. The roll was called with the following members of council being present: Mr. Williams, Mr. Payton, Mr. Mills, Mr. Imes, and Mr. Salyers. Mr. Mills made a motion to excuse the absent member, Mr. Fetty. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0.
Pledge of Allegiance/silent prayer
Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the minutes from June 15, 2010. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0. Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the minutes from the public hearing held June 22. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0. Mr. Williams made a motion to accept and file the special council meeting minutes held June 22. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0.
No Reports from Visitors
Presenting and acting on petitions--read a request from the American Red Cross to solicit funds from public highways. Mr. Williams made a motion to bring in an ordinance to allow the solicitation on October 16, 2010. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-4 (Williams, Mills, Payton, Imes) nays - 1 (Salyers).
Reports of:
James Warren, Mayor - presented Mayor's court report for June 2010. Mr. Imes made a motion to accept and file. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0. Reported several employees were off due to medical problems.
Lana Loper, Clerk - no report
Kathy Bender, Treasurer - no report
Walter Lytten, Legal Counsel - no report
Steve Hamilton, Village Administrator - no report
Theda Aldridge, Income Tax Director - presented report for June, 2010. Mr. Williams made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0.
Darrold Clark, Chief of Police - absent
Chris Bender, Fire Chief - absent
Reports of Committees:
Junior Williams, Laws and Finance - none
Ralph Imes, Streets and Alleys - none
Mike Payton, Utilities & Communications - none
Jon Mills, Flood and Sewage - none
Terry Salyers, Wage & Salary Study - none
Dan Fetty, Lands & Buildings - none
Reading of Ordinances and Resolutions:
An Ordinance was read adopting the budget for the Village of New Boston, Ohio, for the fiscal year 2011. Mr. Salyers moved the rules regarding an ordinance or resolution of a general or permanent nature involving the expenditure of money be read on three separate dates be suspended. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5. Mr. Mills moved Ordinance No. 25-10 be adopted. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5.
An ordinance was read authorizing the transfer of village owned property to the Community Improvement Corporation and declaring an emergency. Mr. Williams moved the rules requiring an ordinance or resolution of a general or permanent nature involving the expenditure of money be read on three separate dates be suspended. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes -5. Mr. Mills moved Ordinance No. 26-10 be adopted. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5.
A resolution was read requesting certification from the Scioto County Auditor the tax valuation of the Village of New Boston and the amount a one (1.00) mill renewal tax levy would provide. Mr. Williams moved to adopt Resolution No. 12-10. Mr. Imes seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5.
NEW BUSINESS:
Mr. Salyers - asked how the Challenger League was able to collect money on Saturday when the ordinance had not taken effect.
Mr. Fetty - absent
Mr. Payton - asked when the contract starts for the MVA. Mr. Williams said Mr. Steuert will meet with Chris Bender soon. Reported the Little League has a new board of directors.
Mr. Imes - None
Mr. Williams - gave his condolences to the Jiggs Porter family. Mr. Porter had served as a past Councilman.
Mr. Mills - none
There being no further business, Mr. Mills moved the meeting adjourned. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0.
______________________________
President of Council
Passed: __________________, 2010
Attest: ________________________
Clerk of Council
Sunday, July 4, 2010
NEW BOSTON VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
NEW BOSTON VILLAGE COUNCIL
MINUTES
JUNE 15, 2010
Regular session of New Boston Village Council was called to order at 6:35 p.m. James Warren, Jr., President of Council, presided over the meeting. The roll was called with the following members of council being present: Mr. Fetty, Mr. Williams, Mr. Payton, Mr. Mills, Mr. Imes and Mr. Salyers.
Pledge of Allegiance/silent prayer
Mr. Payton made a motion to accept and file the minutes from June 1, 2010. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Reports from Visitors:
Mr. Ken Boldman, Service Supervisor from AEP spoke to council regarding changing out the electrical poles in the Village. He reported that some of the poles will be changed out this year and then there would be a three year plan to have the rest of the poles completed. AEP has always intended to do the poles but has not been in the budget.
Mr. Gary Cunningham, Harrisonville Avenue-voiced his concern about the asphalt in front of his house. He has lived there for 9 years and nothing has been done about the problem. Mr. Hamilton stated the pavement has raised up and he would have it fixed.
No presenting and acting on petitions
Communications - letter was received from Habitat for Humanity requesting a transfer of property at 3727 Grace Street to them. Mr. Fetty made a motion to accept and file. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried.
Reports of:
James Warren, Mayor - Infra-Metals is still in process. Reported Herb Leadingham has passed away. He was a past fireman.
Lana Loper, Clerk - absent; report for May, 2010 was presented. Mr. Salyers made a motion to accept and file. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Kathy Bender, Treasurer - No report
Walter Lytten, Legal Counsel - no report
Steve Hamilton, Village Administrator - reported he had met with EPA on June 6 and he was happy with the progress on the sewers. New mower has been purchased and will be accepting sealed bids on old equipment soon. Reach Work Camps are in the village repairing homes. Asked if Land and Buildings Committee would meet soon. Presented a bid for radios from Day Wireless Systems for the Fire Department. Reported a public hearing was held to discuss rezoning property at 3745 Rhodes Avenue. The Planning Committee is asking for council to pass an ordinance to rezone that property. After discussion, Mr. Mills made a motion to bring in an ordinance for the property at 3745 Rhodes Avenue to be rezoned to commercial. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Mr. Mills also made a motion to accept and file the Planning Committee report. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Theda Aldridge, Income Tax Director - no report
Darrold Clark, Chief of Police - report dated June 15, 2010. Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Chief Bender, Fire Chief - absent
Reports of Chairmen of Committees:
Junior Williams, Laws and Finance - reported the second public hearing was held June 1, 2010, about the sale of village property near the Eagles Building. Mr. Cartee spoke at the meeting and presented a letter stating the necessity to acquire the land for this project to continue. He reported it would help create jobs. The finance committee recommends to council that the land be sold to CIC under certain conditions stated in the report. Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0. Mr. Lytten advised council needs two public hearings regarding this property. After discussion, Mr. Mills made a motion to set the first public hearing on the sale of land to CIC on June 22 at 4:30 p.m. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Also Mr. Williams made a motion to set a special meeting regarding the rezoning of the Rhodes Avenue property at 4:45 p.m. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are: ayes-6.
Ralph Imes, Streets & Alleys - reported a huge hump on Gallia Street that also needs repairs.
Mike Payton, Utilities and Communications - no report
Jon Mills, Flood and Sewage - no report
Terry Salyers, Wage and Salary Study - no report
Dan Fetty, Lands & Buildings - no report
Reading of Ordinances and Resolutions
Third reading was given to an ordinance authorizing the issuance of a permit to Wheelersburg Challenger League to solicit charitable contributions from occupants of motor vehicles on a highway pursuant to a permit to be issued by the clerk at the direction of council. Mr. Mills made a motion to adopt Ordinance No. 21-10. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-4 (Payton, Mills, Imes, Williams) nays-2 (Fetty, Salyers).
Third reading was given to an ordinance establishing and implementing a program to charge a user fee for the delivery of emergency fire department services for vehicular accidents provided by the Village of New Boston Fire Department. Mr. Mills moved to adopt Ordinance No. 22-10. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
First reading was given adopting the budget for the Village of New Boston, Ohio, for the fiscal year 2011. Mr. Mills made a motion for the 1st reading. Mr. Fetty seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
An ordinance was read providing for the issuance and sale of notes in the principal amount of $650,000, in anticipation of the issuance of bonds, for the purpose of paying the costs of improving U.S. Route 52, by constructing, reconstructing, improving, widening, grading, draining, curbing and paving, and installing storm sewer and traffic signalization improvements, and otherwise improving the same, and constructing two stack lanes and a traffic island, together with all other necessary appurtenances thereto, and declaring an emergency. Mr. Mills moved the rules requiring an ordinance or resolution of a general or permanent nature involving the expenditure of money be read on three separate dates be suspended. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Mr. Mills moved Ordinance No. 23-10 be adopted. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
New Business
Mr. Mills - thanked the group working in the village for their help in our community.
Mr. Salyers - none
Mr. Fetty - asked if any response from FEMA has been received from the flooding and hoped to rebuild the bridge located at the gazebo. Discussed about fill dirt for the school. Reported he will be attending a meeting Thursday with the Co-Op groups regarding the pricing of natural gas and electricity. Due to cut backs of the village and to help out with his fair share, Mr. Fetty presented a check for the amount of his council salary for one month.
Mr. Payton - thanked Bryce and everyone who participated in the yard sale. Congratulated Daymar on their open house which went very well and thanked Mr. Cunningham and Mr. Boldman for coming. Sent his condolences to Mr. Leadingham's family.
Mr. Imes - reported shopping carts around the village are increasing.
Mr. Williams - none
There being no further business, Mr. Mills moved the meeting adjourned. Mr. Fetty seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m.
__________________________
President of Council
Passed: _________________,2010
Attest: _____________________
Clerk of Council
MINUTES
JUNE 15, 2010
Regular session of New Boston Village Council was called to order at 6:35 p.m. James Warren, Jr., President of Council, presided over the meeting. The roll was called with the following members of council being present: Mr. Fetty, Mr. Williams, Mr. Payton, Mr. Mills, Mr. Imes and Mr. Salyers.
Pledge of Allegiance/silent prayer
Mr. Payton made a motion to accept and file the minutes from June 1, 2010. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Reports from Visitors:
Mr. Ken Boldman, Service Supervisor from AEP spoke to council regarding changing out the electrical poles in the Village. He reported that some of the poles will be changed out this year and then there would be a three year plan to have the rest of the poles completed. AEP has always intended to do the poles but has not been in the budget.
Mr. Gary Cunningham, Harrisonville Avenue-voiced his concern about the asphalt in front of his house. He has lived there for 9 years and nothing has been done about the problem. Mr. Hamilton stated the pavement has raised up and he would have it fixed.
No presenting and acting on petitions
Communications - letter was received from Habitat for Humanity requesting a transfer of property at 3727 Grace Street to them. Mr. Fetty made a motion to accept and file. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried.
Reports of:
James Warren, Mayor - Infra-Metals is still in process. Reported Herb Leadingham has passed away. He was a past fireman.
Lana Loper, Clerk - absent; report for May, 2010 was presented. Mr. Salyers made a motion to accept and file. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Kathy Bender, Treasurer - No report
Walter Lytten, Legal Counsel - no report
Steve Hamilton, Village Administrator - reported he had met with EPA on June 6 and he was happy with the progress on the sewers. New mower has been purchased and will be accepting sealed bids on old equipment soon. Reach Work Camps are in the village repairing homes. Asked if Land and Buildings Committee would meet soon. Presented a bid for radios from Day Wireless Systems for the Fire Department. Reported a public hearing was held to discuss rezoning property at 3745 Rhodes Avenue. The Planning Committee is asking for council to pass an ordinance to rezone that property. After discussion, Mr. Mills made a motion to bring in an ordinance for the property at 3745 Rhodes Avenue to be rezoned to commercial. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Mr. Mills also made a motion to accept and file the Planning Committee report. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Theda Aldridge, Income Tax Director - no report
Darrold Clark, Chief of Police - report dated June 15, 2010. Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Chief Bender, Fire Chief - absent
Reports of Chairmen of Committees:
Junior Williams, Laws and Finance - reported the second public hearing was held June 1, 2010, about the sale of village property near the Eagles Building. Mr. Cartee spoke at the meeting and presented a letter stating the necessity to acquire the land for this project to continue. He reported it would help create jobs. The finance committee recommends to council that the land be sold to CIC under certain conditions stated in the report. Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0. Mr. Lytten advised council needs two public hearings regarding this property. After discussion, Mr. Mills made a motion to set the first public hearing on the sale of land to CIC on June 22 at 4:30 p.m. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Also Mr. Williams made a motion to set a special meeting regarding the rezoning of the Rhodes Avenue property at 4:45 p.m. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are: ayes-6.
Ralph Imes, Streets & Alleys - reported a huge hump on Gallia Street that also needs repairs.
Mike Payton, Utilities and Communications - no report
Jon Mills, Flood and Sewage - no report
Terry Salyers, Wage and Salary Study - no report
Dan Fetty, Lands & Buildings - no report
Reading of Ordinances and Resolutions
Third reading was given to an ordinance authorizing the issuance of a permit to Wheelersburg Challenger League to solicit charitable contributions from occupants of motor vehicles on a highway pursuant to a permit to be issued by the clerk at the direction of council. Mr. Mills made a motion to adopt Ordinance No. 21-10. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-4 (Payton, Mills, Imes, Williams) nays-2 (Fetty, Salyers).
Third reading was given to an ordinance establishing and implementing a program to charge a user fee for the delivery of emergency fire department services for vehicular accidents provided by the Village of New Boston Fire Department. Mr. Mills moved to adopt Ordinance No. 22-10. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
First reading was given adopting the budget for the Village of New Boston, Ohio, for the fiscal year 2011. Mr. Mills made a motion for the 1st reading. Mr. Fetty seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
An ordinance was read providing for the issuance and sale of notes in the principal amount of $650,000, in anticipation of the issuance of bonds, for the purpose of paying the costs of improving U.S. Route 52, by constructing, reconstructing, improving, widening, grading, draining, curbing and paving, and installing storm sewer and traffic signalization improvements, and otherwise improving the same, and constructing two stack lanes and a traffic island, together with all other necessary appurtenances thereto, and declaring an emergency. Mr. Mills moved the rules requiring an ordinance or resolution of a general or permanent nature involving the expenditure of money be read on three separate dates be suspended. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Mr. Mills moved Ordinance No. 23-10 be adopted. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
New Business
Mr. Mills - thanked the group working in the village for their help in our community.
Mr. Salyers - none
Mr. Fetty - asked if any response from FEMA has been received from the flooding and hoped to rebuild the bridge located at the gazebo. Discussed about fill dirt for the school. Reported he will be attending a meeting Thursday with the Co-Op groups regarding the pricing of natural gas and electricity. Due to cut backs of the village and to help out with his fair share, Mr. Fetty presented a check for the amount of his council salary for one month.
Mr. Payton - thanked Bryce and everyone who participated in the yard sale. Congratulated Daymar on their open house which went very well and thanked Mr. Cunningham and Mr. Boldman for coming. Sent his condolences to Mr. Leadingham's family.
Mr. Imes - reported shopping carts around the village are increasing.
Mr. Williams - none
There being no further business, Mr. Mills moved the meeting adjourned. Mr. Fetty seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m.
__________________________
President of Council
Passed: _________________,2010
Attest: _____________________
Clerk of Council
Sunday, June 13, 2010
NEW BOSTON VILLAGE MEETING MINUTES
MINUTES
NEW BOSTON VILLAGE COUNCIL
JUNE 1, 2010
Regular session of New Boston Village Council was called to order at 6:30 p.m. James Warren, Jr., President of Council, presided over the meeting. The roll was called with the following members of council being present: Mr. Salyers, Mr. Williams, Mr. Mills, Mr. Payton and Mr. Imes. Mr. Payton moved to excuse the absent member, Mr. Fetty. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0.
Pledge of Allegiance/Silent Prayer
Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the minutes from the special held May 18, 2010. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0. Mr. Mills also made the motion to accept and file the minutes from May 26, 2010. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0.
No Reports from Visitors
Petitions-Mr. Warren read a letter from Veterans Helping Veterans & Others, Inc., requesting four dates for solicitation. After discussing the dates, which were either Sundays or Holiday weekends, Mr. Williams made a motion to deny the request, but added they could apply again for different dates. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5.
Reports of:
James Warren, Mayor- reported there is a Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday, June 10 at 4 p.m. to consider a request for a residential area to be changed to commercial. Insurance business will be relocating from the basement of Daymar. Mr. Payton made a motion to accept and file the letter. Mr. Imes seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0. Presented the Mayor's Court report for the month of May, 2010. Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0. Reported he had attended the Memorial Day ceremony in Portsmouth. They always recognize our firemen that had been lost in the line of duty.
Lana Loper, Clerk - No Report
Kathy Bender, Treasurer - No Report
Walter Lytten, Legal Counsel - No Report
Steve Hamilton, Village Administrator - presented new trash pick-up schedule starting June 7, 2010.
Theda Aldridge, Income Tax Director - presented report for May, 2010. Mr. Williams made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0.
Darrold Clark, Chief of Police - presented report dated June 1, 2010. Mr. Imes made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0.
Don Raike, Fire Captain - no report
Reports of Chairmen of Committees:
Junior Williams, Laws & Finance-reported the committee met on May 26, 2010 to discuss the 2011 budget and hold a public hearing about the sale of village property. Reported the final 2011 budget will be finalized when the 2010 cost reductions have been recorded. The public hearing concerned the sale of property near the Eagles building. Mr. Ron Cartee wishes to purchase the Eagles Building and this property owned by the village. Job creation is essential for the sale to proceed through CIC and the committee suggested that Mr. Cartee present to council how or why the land is needed for his project to go forward. The second public hearing concerning the property is scheduled June 1 at 6:00 p.m. Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0.
Ralph Imes, Streets & Alleys-reported the committee met on May 26, 2010, to discuss two items concerning parking within the village. Item 1: No parking zone on Oak Street east of Lakeview, committee recommends painting the curb yellow to make drivers aware of the "no parking" zone. Item 2: Parking on curbs and sidewalks. Discussion was held regarding streets that are narrow and impossible for cars to park and leave room for large vehicles to safely make it up the street. But since you cannot enforce the law differently for one person from another, the committee recommends taking action if a vehicle is parked in such a way that it greatly disrupts pedestrian traffic. Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0.
Mr. Warren reported the yard sale will be held on Saturday, June 5, 9am to 5pm.
Mr. Hamilton reported he had contacted AEP and they had stated the village cannot sand or paint the poles. He stated he would contact them again about the maintenance of poles.
Reading of Ordinances and Resolutions
Second reading was given an ordinance authorizing the issuance of a permit to Wheelersburg Challenger League to solicit charitable contributions from occupants of motor vehicles on a highway pursuant to a permit to be issued by the clerk at the direction of council. Mr. Mills made a motion for the second reading. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-4 (Payton, Williams, Mills, Imes) nays-1 (Salyers).
Second reading was given to an ordinance establishing and implementing a program to charge a user fee for the delivery of emergency fire department services for vehicular accidents provided by the Village of New Boston Fire Department. Mr. Payton made a motion for the second reading. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5.
An ordinance was read establishing a "Village Master Pay Ordinance" and repealing Ordinance Nos. 17-2008 and 19-2008 and declaring an emergency. Mr. Mills moved the rules requiring an ordinance or resolution or a general or permanent nature involving the expenditure of money be read on three separate dates be suspended. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5. Mr. Salyers moved Ordinance No. 18-10 be adopted. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5.
An ordinance was read transferring and appropriating amounts in the various funds of the Village and declaring an emergency. Mr. Mills moved the rules requiring an ordinance or resolution of a general or permanent nature involving the expenditure of money be read on three separate dates be suspended. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5. Mr. Mills moved Ordinance No. 19-10 be adopted. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5.
An ordinance was read repealing Ordinance Nos. 12-10 and 16-10 and enacting an ordinance for current expenses and other expenses of the Village of New Boston, Ohio, for twelve months ending December 31, 2010 and declaring an emergency. Mr. Salyers moved the rules requiring an ordinance or resolution of a general or permanent nature involving the expenditure of money be read on three separate dates be suspended. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5. Mr. Payton moved Ordinance No. 20-10 be adopted. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5.
New Business:
Mr. Williams - asked Mr. Lytten to review council's pay if not in attendance.
Mr. Mills - None
Mr. Salyers - reported guys working at the village have been covering cars with grass when mowing. Asked if that could be corrected.
Mr. Payton - reported insurance committee meeting will be in the morning at 9:00 a.m. The food program started this morning and stated they were very proud of the community. Food is served at 6:00 p.m. at the Kiwanis and Millbrook Park. Made a motion to bring in an ordinance to commend James Dickey Post for their participation in the Memorial Day Service. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0.
Mr. Imes - None
There bring no further business, Mr. Imes moved the meeting be adjourned. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the meeting adjourned at 7:15 p.m.
______________________________
President of Council
Passed: ___________________,2010
Attest: _______________________
Clerk of Council
NEW BOSTON VILLAGE COUNCIL
JUNE 1, 2010
Regular session of New Boston Village Council was called to order at 6:30 p.m. James Warren, Jr., President of Council, presided over the meeting. The roll was called with the following members of council being present: Mr. Salyers, Mr. Williams, Mr. Mills, Mr. Payton and Mr. Imes. Mr. Payton moved to excuse the absent member, Mr. Fetty. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0.
Pledge of Allegiance/Silent Prayer
Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the minutes from the special held May 18, 2010. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0. Mr. Mills also made the motion to accept and file the minutes from May 26, 2010. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0.
No Reports from Visitors
Petitions-Mr. Warren read a letter from Veterans Helping Veterans & Others, Inc., requesting four dates for solicitation. After discussing the dates, which were either Sundays or Holiday weekends, Mr. Williams made a motion to deny the request, but added they could apply again for different dates. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5.
Reports of:
James Warren, Mayor- reported there is a Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday, June 10 at 4 p.m. to consider a request for a residential area to be changed to commercial. Insurance business will be relocating from the basement of Daymar. Mr. Payton made a motion to accept and file the letter. Mr. Imes seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0. Presented the Mayor's Court report for the month of May, 2010. Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0. Reported he had attended the Memorial Day ceremony in Portsmouth. They always recognize our firemen that had been lost in the line of duty.
Lana Loper, Clerk - No Report
Kathy Bender, Treasurer - No Report
Walter Lytten, Legal Counsel - No Report
Steve Hamilton, Village Administrator - presented new trash pick-up schedule starting June 7, 2010.
Theda Aldridge, Income Tax Director - presented report for May, 2010. Mr. Williams made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0.
Darrold Clark, Chief of Police - presented report dated June 1, 2010. Mr. Imes made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0.
Don Raike, Fire Captain - no report
Reports of Chairmen of Committees:
Junior Williams, Laws & Finance-reported the committee met on May 26, 2010 to discuss the 2011 budget and hold a public hearing about the sale of village property. Reported the final 2011 budget will be finalized when the 2010 cost reductions have been recorded. The public hearing concerned the sale of property near the Eagles building. Mr. Ron Cartee wishes to purchase the Eagles Building and this property owned by the village. Job creation is essential for the sale to proceed through CIC and the committee suggested that Mr. Cartee present to council how or why the land is needed for his project to go forward. The second public hearing concerning the property is scheduled June 1 at 6:00 p.m. Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0.
Ralph Imes, Streets & Alleys-reported the committee met on May 26, 2010, to discuss two items concerning parking within the village. Item 1: No parking zone on Oak Street east of Lakeview, committee recommends painting the curb yellow to make drivers aware of the "no parking" zone. Item 2: Parking on curbs and sidewalks. Discussion was held regarding streets that are narrow and impossible for cars to park and leave room for large vehicles to safely make it up the street. But since you cannot enforce the law differently for one person from another, the committee recommends taking action if a vehicle is parked in such a way that it greatly disrupts pedestrian traffic. Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0.
Mr. Warren reported the yard sale will be held on Saturday, June 5, 9am to 5pm.
Mr. Hamilton reported he had contacted AEP and they had stated the village cannot sand or paint the poles. He stated he would contact them again about the maintenance of poles.
Reading of Ordinances and Resolutions
Second reading was given an ordinance authorizing the issuance of a permit to Wheelersburg Challenger League to solicit charitable contributions from occupants of motor vehicles on a highway pursuant to a permit to be issued by the clerk at the direction of council. Mr. Mills made a motion for the second reading. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-4 (Payton, Williams, Mills, Imes) nays-1 (Salyers).
Second reading was given to an ordinance establishing and implementing a program to charge a user fee for the delivery of emergency fire department services for vehicular accidents provided by the Village of New Boston Fire Department. Mr. Payton made a motion for the second reading. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5.
An ordinance was read establishing a "Village Master Pay Ordinance" and repealing Ordinance Nos. 17-2008 and 19-2008 and declaring an emergency. Mr. Mills moved the rules requiring an ordinance or resolution or a general or permanent nature involving the expenditure of money be read on three separate dates be suspended. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5. Mr. Salyers moved Ordinance No. 18-10 be adopted. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5.
An ordinance was read transferring and appropriating amounts in the various funds of the Village and declaring an emergency. Mr. Mills moved the rules requiring an ordinance or resolution of a general or permanent nature involving the expenditure of money be read on three separate dates be suspended. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5. Mr. Mills moved Ordinance No. 19-10 be adopted. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5.
An ordinance was read repealing Ordinance Nos. 12-10 and 16-10 and enacting an ordinance for current expenses and other expenses of the Village of New Boston, Ohio, for twelve months ending December 31, 2010 and declaring an emergency. Mr. Salyers moved the rules requiring an ordinance or resolution of a general or permanent nature involving the expenditure of money be read on three separate dates be suspended. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5. Mr. Payton moved Ordinance No. 20-10 be adopted. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5.
New Business:
Mr. Williams - asked Mr. Lytten to review council's pay if not in attendance.
Mr. Mills - None
Mr. Salyers - reported guys working at the village have been covering cars with grass when mowing. Asked if that could be corrected.
Mr. Payton - reported insurance committee meeting will be in the morning at 9:00 a.m. The food program started this morning and stated they were very proud of the community. Food is served at 6:00 p.m. at the Kiwanis and Millbrook Park. Made a motion to bring in an ordinance to commend James Dickey Post for their participation in the Memorial Day Service. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0.
Mr. Imes - None
There bring no further business, Mr. Imes moved the meeting be adjourned. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the meeting adjourned at 7:15 p.m.
______________________________
President of Council
Passed: ___________________,2010
Attest: _______________________
Clerk of Council
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