New Boston Village Council
Meeting Minutes
May 3, 2011
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 April 19, 2011. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Reports from Visitors: none
No Presenting or Acting on Petitions
Reading of Communications: 2 requests for solicitation-American Legion Nursing Home Veterans and Operations Safety Net Homeless Shelter. Mayor suggested that with all construction and traffic problems that there should be no more solicitation approved until next year. The charities that have already been approved still will be able to solicit. This would be council's decision. Due to traffic and construction problems, Mr. Williams made a motion to deny these requests and any other charitable solicitation requests for the rest of 2011. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Reports of:
James Warren, Mayor-1. Reported major problems with the creek area and Munn's Run where the walls have collapsed. Solution would be to put riff/raff around the area at a cost of about $5000 to $8000 for materials. Some of the work would be done by the service department. Estimate from Solid rock for $14,600 to clean out tubes and creek. This will be turned over to the finance committee. 2. Memorial Day service is set for Monday, May 16 at 12:00 p.m. Guest speaker Chris Lowry, Portsmouth Fire Department. 3. Presented Mayor's Court Report for April, 2011. Mr. Williams made a motion to accept and file. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0. Mr. Fetty suggested Jessica do a comparison of the previous year's report to current year.
Lana Loper, Clerk - no report
Kathy Bender, Treasurer - no report
Walter Lytten, Legal Counsel - reported his concern for liability of the condition of potholes in the village. He suggested getting a roller or have better patching.
Steve Hamilton, Village Administrator - 1. Reported he had talked with Mike Mestemaker with US Bank regarding the loan for the floodwall certification. They have been on hold waiting for us to check with Portsmouth to see if the are proceeding. Mr. Williams said they need to proceed with our loan papers to make sure the loan is approved. Once we do decide we want to make sure the money would be there. Steve said he would call them ASAP. 2. Ballpark fence has been completed. 3. Pump 7 has closed after 21 days. 4. Costs for cleaning tubes up to Mildale are $14,600. 5. Cleanup day is this Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm. 6. Reported tires will be collected May 13.
Theda Aldridge, Income Tax Director - presented report for April, 2011. 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.
Darrold Clark, Chief of Police - presented report dated May 3, 2011. 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.
Chris Bender, Fire Chief - thanked Ralph, Jon and Junior for signing up to attend the fire training.
Reports of Chairmen of Committees:
Junior Williams, Laws & Finance - none
Ralph Imes, Streets & Alleys - received a complaint of litter on Gallia Street and in alleys.
Mike Payton, Utilities & Communications - none
Jon Mills, Flood & Sewage - none
Terry Salyers, Wage & Salary Study - none
Dan Fetty, Lands & Buildings - none
Reading of Ordinances:
Third reading was given an ordinance authorizing the Village Administrator to enter into an agreement with Rosetta Communications for creation, maintenance and technical support for a village internet web site. Mr. Payton made a motion to adopt Ordinance No. 13-11. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
An ordinance was read authorizing the Village Administrator to rent four dumpsters from Rumpke Waste, Inc., for the sum of $1000 for clean-up day, to be reimbursed by the Lawrence-Scioto Solid Waste Management District and declaring an emergency. Mr. Williams moved the rules requiring an ordinance or resolution to 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.
An ordinance was read authorizing the Village Administrator to enter into a cooperative purchasing agreement for sodium chloride with the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT)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 occasions 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. 15-11. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
A resolution was read recognizing Miranda Litz upon her selection as River Days Queen contestant from Glenwood High School. Mr. Payton moved to adopt Resolution No. 10-11. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
New Business:
Mr. Williams-1. Complimented the United Way for having a food drive in New Boston for the first time at Cedar Street Church. 2. Discussed plans to purchase a washer and dryer for the Fire Department. He made a motion to bring in an ordinance to transfer money from worker's compensation to fire department for $2500 for washer, dryer, and emblems for uniforms. Mr. Imes seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0. Sent his condolences to Deric Paxon's family for the loss of his grandmother.
Mr. Imes - none
Mr. Mills - none
Mr. Salyers - none
Mr. Fetty - 1. Asked for update on Hatcher's property. Mr. Hamilton stated the health department was now involved. 2. Problems with gazebo on hold? Steve stated yes. 3. Asked if departments are watching the fuel used since cost is high. 4. Reported grass was high at 4328 Gallia Street (next to Dustman's). Steve stated it is in foreclosure and will send letters soon regarding high grass. 5. Would like to make sure grass gets cleaned up after grass is cut. 6. Asked the mayor about gazebo being repaired. 7. Asked to bring in a resolution to honor Shawnee State for 25 years service. 8. Stated he called police last week because of illegal parking at stadium. No tickets were issued even though no parking signs were posted and curbs were painted yellow. Feels this should be enforced and if not we need to do something else. Chief Clark stated 16 calls were called in regarding drugs, fights, etc., and only two police officers were on duty. Priority calls have to be taken. 9. Asked about the repairing of Barry's. Steve stated the owner was fixing siding.
Mr. Payton - 1. Thanked fire, service, police and everyone else who helped with the Little League parade. 2. Fencing at park looks very nice. 3. Not able to attend finance meeting but ok with fixing walls at park.
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 6:55 p.m.
________________________
President of Council
Passed: _______________,2011
Attest: ___________________
Village Clerk
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NEW BOSTON VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
New Boston Village Council
April 19, 2011
Meeting Minutes
Regular session of the 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. Williams made a motion to accept and file the minutes from April 15, 2011. Mr. Payton 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 the special meeting held April 8, 2011. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Reports from visitors: Mike Bell, Daymar College-reported Daymar was having a First Responders Emergency Appreciation Day. They will be having a parade on Thursday, May 26 and will have key note speakers, trophies, etc. Discussion of the route was held and Mr. Hamilton stated he would do some further checking. Mr. Bell also reported the Challenger League will be holding the state tournament in Wheelersburg in 2012.
Forest Malone, 4304 Gallia Street-spoke to council regarding handicap ramps and speed bumps. He stated signs should be posted to warn bikers and cars of the bumps ahead.
Presenting and Acting on Petitions - none
Reports of:
James Warren, Mayor-1. have received official notification from census. Sixty-eight down. 2-received a letter from Ohio Department of Natural Resources stating the village is in compliance with minimum National Flood Insurance Program standards. 3-received a copy of the ordinance passed by Portsmouth agreeing to compensate the village for treatment of sewage originating in Eden Park. 4-Memorial Day has not been confirmed but tentatively Monday, May 16,2011. 5-New Boston wins BMV award. Mr. Payton will give more details.
Lana Loper, Clerk-presented report for March, 2011. 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.
Kathy Bender, Treasurer-no report
Walter Lytten, Legal Counsel-no report
Steve Hamilton, Village Administrator-1-reported Clean-up Day for the Village is May 7th from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. 2-Still running pump stations at flood defense. 3-Two sewer grates were stolen and one has been recovered.
Theda Aldridge, Income Tax Director-no report
Darrold Clark, Chief of Police-presented report dated April 19, 2011. 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.
Chris Bender, Fire Chief-presented a special invitation from Ohio Department of Commerce, Division of State Fire Marshall for "Feel the Heat for Elected Officials" to be held on May 21, 2011, for all elected officials.
Reports of Chairmen of Committees
Junior Williams, Laws & Finance-no report but set meeting for Monday, May 9th for 2012 budget.
Ralph Imes, Streets & Alleys-no report
Mike Payton, Utilities & Communications-no report
Jon Mills, Flood & Sewage-no report
Terry Salyers, Wage & Salary Study-no report
Dan Fetty, Lands & Buildings-no report
Reading of Ordinances & Resolutions
Third reading was given 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 moved to adopt Ordinance No. 10-11. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-4(Williams, Payton, Mills, Imes) nays-2 (Fetty, Salyers).
Third 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 clerk at the discretion of council. Mr. Mills moved to adopt Ordinance No. 11-11. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-4(Payton, Mills, Imes, Williams) nays-2 (Salyers, Fetty).
Third reading was given an ordinance authorizing the issuance of a permit to the New Boston Police to solicit charitable contribution from occupants of motor vehicles on a highwy pursuant to a permit to be issued by the clerk at the direction of council. Mr. Payton moved to adopt Ordinance No. 12-11. Mr. Imes seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-4 (Mills, Imes, Williams, Payton) nays-2 (Fetty, Salyers).
An ordinance was given second reading authorizing the Village Administrator to enter into an agreement with Rosetta Communications for creation, maintenance and technical support for a village internet web site. Mr. Williams made a motion for the 2nd reading. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
A resolution was read commending and congratulating Jon Wickline on his retirement from the New Boston Local School District. Mr. Salyers made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 7-11. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
A resolution was read commending and congratulating Kathy Bender on her retirement from the New Boston Local School District. Mr. Salyers made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 8-11. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
A resolution was read commending and congratulating Barbara Cablish on her retirement from the New Boston Local School District. Mr. Salyers made a motion to adopt Resolution 9-11. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
New Business
Mr. Williams - none
Mr. Imes - none
Mr. Mills - none
Mr. Salyers - none
Mr. Fetty - 1. Asked if Neil Hatcher has responded to letters regarding the brick flats. Steve stated he would contact him again since he has not responded. 2. work behind Carpets Plus-Steve is working on hot mix to fix. 3. asked about more information regarding council members working flood defense being covered on worker's compensation. Lana stated she would get more information.
Mr. Payton-1. attended the event at New Boston BMV where they received an award for organ donation rates, recording the highest percentage of people saying "yes" to donation by registering their name in the Ohio Donor Registry. 2-5K run went well and hope we continue to do every year. 3-Ground breaking for new school went very well. 4-made a motion to bring in resolution for Miranda Litz for representing New Boston School as 2011 Miss River Days candidate. Mr. Mills seconded motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0. (Mr. Williams had been excused.) 5- commended Fire Chief Chris Bender for helping rescue children from a car that had over turned from an accident near his home. Chris spoke how rewarding it was to help and stated how well the children were buckled in their car seats for safety.
There being no further business, Mr. Mills moved the meeting be adjourned. Mr. Fetty seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the meeting be adjourned at 7:15 p.m.
____________________
President of Council
Passed: _______________, 2011
Attest: ____________________
Village Clerk
April 19, 2011
Meeting Minutes
Regular session of the 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. Williams made a motion to accept and file the minutes from April 15, 2011. Mr. Payton 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 the special meeting held April 8, 2011. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Reports from visitors: Mike Bell, Daymar College-reported Daymar was having a First Responders Emergency Appreciation Day. They will be having a parade on Thursday, May 26 and will have key note speakers, trophies, etc. Discussion of the route was held and Mr. Hamilton stated he would do some further checking. Mr. Bell also reported the Challenger League will be holding the state tournament in Wheelersburg in 2012.
Forest Malone, 4304 Gallia Street-spoke to council regarding handicap ramps and speed bumps. He stated signs should be posted to warn bikers and cars of the bumps ahead.
Presenting and Acting on Petitions - none
Reports of:
James Warren, Mayor-1. have received official notification from census. Sixty-eight down. 2-received a letter from Ohio Department of Natural Resources stating the village is in compliance with minimum National Flood Insurance Program standards. 3-received a copy of the ordinance passed by Portsmouth agreeing to compensate the village for treatment of sewage originating in Eden Park. 4-Memorial Day has not been confirmed but tentatively Monday, May 16,2011. 5-New Boston wins BMV award. Mr. Payton will give more details.
Lana Loper, Clerk-presented report for March, 2011. 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.
Kathy Bender, Treasurer-no report
Walter Lytten, Legal Counsel-no report
Steve Hamilton, Village Administrator-1-reported Clean-up Day for the Village is May 7th from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. 2-Still running pump stations at flood defense. 3-Two sewer grates were stolen and one has been recovered.
Theda Aldridge, Income Tax Director-no report
Darrold Clark, Chief of Police-presented report dated April 19, 2011. 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.
Chris Bender, Fire Chief-presented a special invitation from Ohio Department of Commerce, Division of State Fire Marshall for "Feel the Heat for Elected Officials" to be held on May 21, 2011, for all elected officials.
Reports of Chairmen of Committees
Junior Williams, Laws & Finance-no report but set meeting for Monday, May 9th for 2012 budget.
Ralph Imes, Streets & Alleys-no report
Mike Payton, Utilities & Communications-no report
Jon Mills, Flood & Sewage-no report
Terry Salyers, Wage & Salary Study-no report
Dan Fetty, Lands & Buildings-no report
Reading of Ordinances & Resolutions
Third reading was given 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 moved to adopt Ordinance No. 10-11. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-4(Williams, Payton, Mills, Imes) nays-2 (Fetty, Salyers).
Third 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 clerk at the discretion of council. Mr. Mills moved to adopt Ordinance No. 11-11. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-4(Payton, Mills, Imes, Williams) nays-2 (Salyers, Fetty).
Third reading was given an ordinance authorizing the issuance of a permit to the New Boston Police to solicit charitable contribution from occupants of motor vehicles on a highwy pursuant to a permit to be issued by the clerk at the direction of council. Mr. Payton moved to adopt Ordinance No. 12-11. Mr. Imes seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-4 (Mills, Imes, Williams, Payton) nays-2 (Fetty, Salyers).
An ordinance was given second reading authorizing the Village Administrator to enter into an agreement with Rosetta Communications for creation, maintenance and technical support for a village internet web site. Mr. Williams made a motion for the 2nd reading. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
A resolution was read commending and congratulating Jon Wickline on his retirement from the New Boston Local School District. Mr. Salyers made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 7-11. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
A resolution was read commending and congratulating Kathy Bender on her retirement from the New Boston Local School District. Mr. Salyers made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 8-11. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
A resolution was read commending and congratulating Barbara Cablish on her retirement from the New Boston Local School District. Mr. Salyers made a motion to adopt Resolution 9-11. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
New Business
Mr. Williams - none
Mr. Imes - none
Mr. Mills - none
Mr. Salyers - none
Mr. Fetty - 1. Asked if Neil Hatcher has responded to letters regarding the brick flats. Steve stated he would contact him again since he has not responded. 2. work behind Carpets Plus-Steve is working on hot mix to fix. 3. asked about more information regarding council members working flood defense being covered on worker's compensation. Lana stated she would get more information.
Mr. Payton-1. attended the event at New Boston BMV where they received an award for organ donation rates, recording the highest percentage of people saying "yes" to donation by registering their name in the Ohio Donor Registry. 2-5K run went well and hope we continue to do every year. 3-Ground breaking for new school went very well. 4-made a motion to bring in resolution for Miranda Litz for representing New Boston School as 2011 Miss River Days candidate. Mr. Mills seconded motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 5-0. (Mr. Williams had been excused.) 5- commended Fire Chief Chris Bender for helping rescue children from a car that had over turned from an accident near his home. Chris spoke how rewarding it was to help and stated how well the children were buckled in their car seats for safety.
There being no further business, Mr. Mills moved the meeting be adjourned. Mr. Fetty seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the meeting be adjourned at 7:15 p.m.
____________________
President of Council
Passed: _______________, 2011
Attest: ____________________
Village Clerk
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