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

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

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

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

NEW BOSTON VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES