NEW BOSTON VILLAGE COUNCIL
MEETING MINUTES
JANUARY 3, 2012
An organizational meeting 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. Mr. Warren stated a President Pro Tem will be need to be elected and decision on date and time of council meetings in 2012. Mr. Payton made a motion to select Mr. Williams as President Pro Tem. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-5 (Fetty, Payton, Mills, Imes, Salyers) 1-abstain (Williams). Mr. Williams made a motion to keep the meetings at 6:30 p.m. on the first and third Tuesdays of each month. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Committee members have been appointed and information will be presented.
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.
Pledge of Allegiance/silent prayer
Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the minutes from December 20, 2011. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Mr. Warren announced there was an incident that happened and is under preliminary investigation and cannot be discussed at this council meeting. It is at PMC and a possibility may appear before Grand Jury. Thanked everyone for coming.
Reports from Visitors: Johnny Steele wanted to discuss a problem on Grace Street. Mayor requested to meet with him and others after the meeting to get the problem solved. Mr. Steele agreed to the meeting.
No presenting and acting on petitions: none
A communication was read from Tabbatha Holland regarding a rock that came off the hill and hit her back window. She has asked council to consider paying for the back glass. Insurance will not pay. Mr. Mills asked Mr. Lytten was course is usually taken. Mr. Lytten stated a report was filed and the village is not obligated for the costs. Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the letter. Mr. Fetty seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0. Reported everything else in village running smooth.
Lana Loper, Clerk - none
Kathy Bender, Treasurer - none
Walter Lytten, Legal Counsel - none
Steve Hamilton, Village Administrator - none
Theda Aldridge, Income Tax Director - presented report for December, 2011, and yearly report for 2011. Mr. Fetty made a motion to accept and file the reports. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Darrold Clark, Chief of Police - presented report dated January 3, 2012. Mr. Salyers 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 - water pump went out on fire truck and now has been repaired.
Reports of Chairman of Committees:
Junior Williams, Laws & Finances - none
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 to made appropriations for current expenses and other expenses of the Village of New Boston, Ohio for twelve months ending December 31, 2012, and declaring an emergency. Mr. Williams reported back in July when budget was submitted council agreed to pay the village administrator out of two funds, General and Community Development. These appropriations do reflect these figures. However this does not match the Master Pay Ordinance and he made a motion to bring in an ordinance to correct 50/50 pay out of those two funds. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Mr. Mills then 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. Fetty made a motion to accept Ordinance No. 1-12. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
New Business:
Mr. Warren - congratulated everyone on a new year facing us and lots of work that needs to be done.
Mr. Payton - in the last council meeting, Mr. Williams talked about the pill mills being closed. The meeting at Kiwanis the next week, two of our employees, Patty Dyer and Tara Newton, reported they are working with SOLACE and Lifeline who has been instrumental with helping the BCI and sheriff's department in helping with those closings. He feels they should be recognized.
Mr. Williams - thanked everyone for helping with the toy delivery to the kids at Christmas. Brought lots of smiles on faces. Also thanked council for appointment of President Pro Tem.
Mr. Imes - none
Mr. Mills - none
Mr. Salyers - asked Mr. Hamilton to change timing at Lakeview or Harrisonville. He reported the traffic is still backed up and cant get through the lights properly. Mr. Hamilton stated a newer style is at Glenwood Avenue and will have West End change one of them out.
Mr. Fetty - 1. Reported there are "No Engine Break" signs posted at each end of New Boston. Stated as of now no ordinance is in effect to enforce that law and asked if ordinance could be brought in. Mr. Hamilton stated he ordered the signs and asked Mr. Lytten if an ordinance would be needed to enforce the signs. Mr. Lytten stated he would check into regulations. 2. Asked if manhole covers could possibly be marked or painted showing they belong to the village in case they are stolen. There have been problems in the past with theft. Mr. Hamilton stated possibly they could be marked but not bolted down in case of flooding. Many of the scrap yards do call and report stolen manholes. Copper and gas out of cars also is a problem with thefts. Stated if residents would downsize signs showing oxygen in home could also be helpful. 3. Asked about an ordinance regarding contract for traffic light service person. Mr. Hamilton stated he was hired as an employee and not contractual.
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 7:05 p.m.
______________________________
President of Council
Passed: __________________,2012
Attest: ______________________
Village Clerk
Monday, January 16, 2012
Friday, January 6, 2012
NEW BOSTON VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
NEW BOSTON VILLAGE COUNCIL
MEETING MINUTES
DECEMBER 20, 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 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 amend the minutes to reflect Mr. Imes was present. Mr. Mills was absent and entered the meeting later. Also change Mr. Bupp's name. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0. After the amendment Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the minutes from December, 6, 2011. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Reports from Visitors: none
No presenting and acting on petitions: none
Reports of:
James Warren, Mayor - none
Lana Loper, Clerk - presented report for November, 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.
Kathy Bender, Treasurer - thanked council for the luncheon and wished everyone a Merry Christmas. She also thanked council on behalf of the fire department for the one-time pay increase and the luncheon.
Walter Lytten, Legal Counsel - reported he has enjoyed working with the village this past year and looking forward to another good year.
Steve Hamilton, Village Administrator - absent
Theda Aldridge, Income Tax Director - absent
Darrold Clark, Chief of Police - presented report dated December 20, 2011. 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 - absent - MVA report was submitted. Mr. Payton 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.
Reports of Chairmen of Committees:
Junior Williams, Laws and Finance - none
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 approving the editing and inclusion of certain ordinances as parts of the various component codes of the codified ordinances of New Boston, Ohio. 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. Williams seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Mr. Williams moved Ordinance No. 43-11 be adopted. 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 legal services with Walter C. Lytten, Attorney-at-Law, from January 1, 2012, until December 31, 2012, an authorizing the mayor to execute said contract on behalf of the Village of New Boston. 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. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Mr. Williams moved Ordinance No. 44-11 be adopted. 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 Municipal Court. Mr. Mills moved the rules requiring an ordinance or resolution of a general or permanent nature involving the expenditure of 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. Williams moved to adopt Ordinance No. 45-11. Mr. Fetty seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
An ordinance was read authorizing the legal services in the Department of Community Development for the New Boston Community Development Block Grant Program. 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 to adopt Ordinance No. 46-11. Mr. Payton 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 Operation and Maintenance from January 1, 2012 until December 31, 2012, authorizing the village administrator to execute said contract on behalf of the Village of New Boston. Mr. Salyers moved the rules requiring an ordinance or resolution of a general or permanent nature involving the expenditure of money be read of three separate dates be suspended. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Mr. Salyers moved to adopt Ordinance No. 47-11. 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 enter into a contract to provide assistance with Community and Economic Development projects and potential projects at the direction of the Village of New Boston with Leighty and Snider, Inc. 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. Williams seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Mr. Mills moved to adopt Ordinance No. 48-11. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
An ordinance was read 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. Williams seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Mr. Mills moved to adopt Ordinance No. 49-11. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
New Business:
Mr. Fetty - 1. Reported recently a pit bull had attacked a New Boston resident feels council needs to address the problem. Mr. Lytten stated the ORC has addressed the problem but there is still many questions about the breeds of the dogs. The dog warden usually states what breed the dog is called. 2. Stated there is a problem with political and advertising sign ordinance and needs reviewed. Also questioned the rules regarding billboards. 3. Reported he was very sad about the passing of Denver Ferguson and the New Boston residents will miss him very much. He was an icon of the village.
Mr. Payton - Sends condolences to the Denver Ferguson family. 2. Toys for kids will be passed out Thursday. 3. Thanked everyone for attending the luncheon. 4. Glad to hear the Iraq War has ended after 8 years. Also the flag from Bagdad was returned.
Mr. Williams - Today the last of the pill mills was closed in Scioto County. This was good news for everyone. 2. Thanked Mr. Salyers for letting him dig in his property to repair a water break next door. 3. Thanked everyone for a good year and wished everyone a Merry Christmas.
Mr. Imes - Wished everyone a Merry Christmas.
Mr. Mills - Also sends condolences to the Ferguson family and wishes everyone a Merry Christmas.
Mr. Salyers - 1. Condolences to the Ferguson family. 2. Reported the Vote Yes signs need to be removed. 3. Wishes everyone a Merry Christmas.
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 to be adjourned at 7:10 p.m.
_____________________________
President of Council
Passed: ___________________,2011
Attest: ________________________
Village Clerk
MEETING MINUTES
DECEMBER 20, 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 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 amend the minutes to reflect Mr. Imes was present. Mr. Mills was absent and entered the meeting later. Also change Mr. Bupp's name. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0. After the amendment Mr. Mills made a motion to accept and file the minutes from December, 6, 2011. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0.
Reports from Visitors: none
No presenting and acting on petitions: none
Reports of:
James Warren, Mayor - none
Lana Loper, Clerk - presented report for November, 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.
Kathy Bender, Treasurer - thanked council for the luncheon and wished everyone a Merry Christmas. She also thanked council on behalf of the fire department for the one-time pay increase and the luncheon.
Walter Lytten, Legal Counsel - reported he has enjoyed working with the village this past year and looking forward to another good year.
Steve Hamilton, Village Administrator - absent
Theda Aldridge, Income Tax Director - absent
Darrold Clark, Chief of Police - presented report dated December 20, 2011. 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 - absent - MVA report was submitted. Mr. Payton 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.
Reports of Chairmen of Committees:
Junior Williams, Laws and Finance - none
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 approving the editing and inclusion of certain ordinances as parts of the various component codes of the codified ordinances of New Boston, Ohio. 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. Williams seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Mr. Williams moved Ordinance No. 43-11 be adopted. 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 legal services with Walter C. Lytten, Attorney-at-Law, from January 1, 2012, until December 31, 2012, an authorizing the mayor to execute said contract on behalf of the Village of New Boston. 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. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Mr. Williams moved Ordinance No. 44-11 be adopted. 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 Municipal Court. Mr. Mills moved the rules requiring an ordinance or resolution of a general or permanent nature involving the expenditure of 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. Williams moved to adopt Ordinance No. 45-11. Mr. Fetty seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
An ordinance was read authorizing the legal services in the Department of Community Development for the New Boston Community Development Block Grant Program. 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 to adopt Ordinance No. 46-11. Mr. Payton 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 Operation and Maintenance from January 1, 2012 until December 31, 2012, authorizing the village administrator to execute said contract on behalf of the Village of New Boston. Mr. Salyers moved the rules requiring an ordinance or resolution of a general or permanent nature involving the expenditure of money be read of three separate dates be suspended. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Mr. Salyers moved to adopt Ordinance No. 47-11. 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 enter into a contract to provide assistance with Community and Economic Development projects and potential projects at the direction of the Village of New Boston with Leighty and Snider, Inc. 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. Williams seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Mr. Mills moved to adopt Ordinance No. 48-11. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
An ordinance was read 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. Williams seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Mr. Mills moved to adopt Ordinance No. 49-11. Mr. Salyers seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6.
New Business:
Mr. Fetty - 1. Reported recently a pit bull had attacked a New Boston resident feels council needs to address the problem. Mr. Lytten stated the ORC has addressed the problem but there is still many questions about the breeds of the dogs. The dog warden usually states what breed the dog is called. 2. Stated there is a problem with political and advertising sign ordinance and needs reviewed. Also questioned the rules regarding billboards. 3. Reported he was very sad about the passing of Denver Ferguson and the New Boston residents will miss him very much. He was an icon of the village.
Mr. Payton - Sends condolences to the Denver Ferguson family. 2. Toys for kids will be passed out Thursday. 3. Thanked everyone for attending the luncheon. 4. Glad to hear the Iraq War has ended after 8 years. Also the flag from Bagdad was returned.
Mr. Williams - Today the last of the pill mills was closed in Scioto County. This was good news for everyone. 2. Thanked Mr. Salyers for letting him dig in his property to repair a water break next door. 3. Thanked everyone for a good year and wished everyone a Merry Christmas.
Mr. Imes - Wished everyone a Merry Christmas.
Mr. Mills - Also sends condolences to the Ferguson family and wishes everyone a Merry Christmas.
Mr. Salyers - 1. Condolences to the Ferguson family. 2. Reported the Vote Yes signs need to be removed. 3. Wishes everyone a Merry Christmas.
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 to be adjourned at 7:10 p.m.
_____________________________
President of Council
Passed: ___________________,2011
Attest: ________________________
Village Clerk
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