NEW BOSTON COUNCIL VILLAGE MEETING MINUTES

NEW BOSTON VILLAGE COUNCIL
JULY 19, 2011
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 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 5, 2011. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.

Reports from Visitors:

Andy Bello who is a consultant with Sheakley UniService, Inc. They are a third party worker's compensation representative. He had presented a contract earlier in the month and came to speak to council regarding his services. Stated he had done some comparison with his company and out current consultant. He feels his company would do a good service to the village. They provide many services including handicap reimbursements which looks at the injured worker's claims and could lower employer's rate and not affect the worker's claim. They are vying for our business and this does include a yearly agreement with a 90 days risk free period. Mayor thanked him for coming.

Ed Hughes and Daniel Cassidy from the Counseling Center. Mr. Hughes spoke to council and audience regarding the rehab house located on Harrisonville Avenue. They provide long term housing for people who have been given a second chance for drug rehab. In the past they have learned that the 90 day rehab was just not enough. About 10 years ago they started a program for transitional housing or sober house which provides them a home to go to after the drug rehab. The county commissioners contacted them and offered the home on Harrisonville which became vacant. Apologized to community for not knowing sooner that they have moved in. Mr. Cassidy, Program Director, stated his program helps to get the people more stable in the community. Several have jobs in the area and are monitored closely. They are under the court system and on probation. The is zero tolerance. They are helping these people be better citizens. There is a manager and up to 8 residents. No guests are allowed. They are on probation and they do have a curfew. Mayor asked if any problems would exist because of being across from the school. Mr. Cassidy stated there should be no problems. He said there probably be less risk with these men because they are on probabtion and would go to jail if any problems. Kevin McQuithy stated he was concerned with his son being on playground. Mr. Cassidy stated they could make any area off limits to their residents. Mindy Bloomfield also stated she is concerned with being located by the school. She asked about what tax revenue would be generated from this house. He stated income tax would be paid from anyone working. Dave Justice voiced his concerns stating these people are repeat offenders and feel this would be a trouble area for our village. Stated they would be very closely watched by him. Feels the community should have been informed beforehand. Mayor stated that is why we were all here to get all the information regarding the sober house. He asked the solicitor to review the facts. Bryce Flowers asked if the meetings held here at the community center were successful. Does not understand why there is a problem with the house being located in the village. Asked if house is not properly managed would it be closed down. Mr. Hughes stated it would be. Mrs. Potts stated she does not feel safe for her children if the house is used as a sober house. She is very worried and will affect her sense of security. Dana Raike also stated her concerns. Asked how far would they let the problems go before it is closed. Mr. Hughes stated if the house could not be controlled it would be closed.


No presenting and acting on petitions:


Reports of:

James Warren, Mayor - 1. New Shopping Center sign has been erected. 2. JD's Brisket House will have a ribbon cutting ceremony tomorrow at 10:45 am. Hopes everyone supports them. 3. Commended the police department for working and solving on an important case.

Lana Loper, Clerk - presented report for June, 2011. 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.

Kathy Bender, Treasurer - no report

Walter Lytten, Legal Counsel - no report

Steve Hamilton, Village Administrator - 1. Children at Play signs need ordered. 2. If the Long Term Control Plan goes through the residents will be paying higher rates for water and sewage concern. Presented his letter to Mr. Duncan regarding the sewer plan. He is concerned our residents will be paying more attention on MHI than Portsmouth. He and Mr. Duncan do not agree with the plan. 3. Presented levy information from Mr. Leighty. 4. He, Jim and Theda attended a meeting today regarding recovery of funds for flooding that occurred this spring. President Obama has signed a declaration. 5. Basketball court at the park is in bad shape. Mr. Salyers made a motion to accept and file the letters regarding the sewer rates. Mr. Mills 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 - presented report dated July 19, 2011. 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 - paint for fire hydrants. Wrote letter to Sherrod Brown.


Reports of Chairman of Committees:

Junior Williams, Laws and Finance - presented report from meeting held July 12. The committee discussed revenues and expenditures for the first half of the year. Income tax was down by 5% but other income and expenses were mostly in line. No recommendations were made. Also discussed included: traffic control units, Jaws of Life, signs and .25 increase for all non-elected employees. Mayor asked appropriation be brought in for control boxes. Mr. Payton made a motion to accept and file the information. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.

Ralph Imes, Streets & Alleys - none

Mike Payton, Utilities & Communications - presented a report from meeting held July 8. He reported the committee met with AEP regarding rates for electric. Grant money and flag poles were also discussed. The four traffic light boxes were discussed and recommends the boxes be purchased. The committee recommends staying with AEP for their services. 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.

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 the issuance of not to exceed $400,000 of bonds for the purpose of paying part of the cost of constructing floodwall improvements, and declaring an emergency. Mr. Williams explained that Mr.Lytten has a few questions regarding the funding. Mr. Williams also stated Mr. Mooney with WesBanco called and a smaller rate but also would want our business. Mr. Fetty recommends Mr. Lytten to call and get more information. After discussion, Mr. Mills made a motion to table the ordinance. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes - 5 (Salyers, Payton, Mills, Imes, Williams) nays - 1 (Fetty)

Also Mr. Salyers made a motion to table the $2100 ordinance covering the fees of Peck, Shaffer. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes - 5 (Salyers, Payton, Mills, Imes, Williams) nays - 1 (Fetty)


New Business:

Mr. Warren - thanked everyone for attending the meeting regarding the sober house.

Mr. Payton - discussed the .25 increase for employees. Mr. Williams stated another finance meeting should be held. Scheduled for Thursday, July 28 at 5:00 p.m. 1. Thanked Mr. Hughes & Mr. Cassidy for attending the meeting. 2. Business After Hours will be at Vinyl Craft at 5:00 on Thursday 3. Thanked Mr. Swick for opening a new business.

Mr. Williams - none

Mr. Imes - none

Mr. Mills - none

Mr. Salyers - reported the school is selling bricks for the new school's technology. Passed out brochures.

Mr. Fetty - 1. Asked about the water break by gazebo. 2. Hydrants look good. 3. Thanked Mr. Bello for attending. 4. Congratulated Mr. Swick for the new Brisket House. 5. Would like to see the pay increase for the employees. 6. Thanked everyone for coming.


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 9:00 p.m.

________________________
President of Council

Passed: ______________, 2011

Attest: ___________________
Village Clerk