NEW BOSTON VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES

NEW BOSTON VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES October 16, 2012 Regular session of New Boston Village Council was called to order at 6:30 p.m. James Warren, Jr., Presdent 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 October 2, 2012. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurrin, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0. Reports from visitors: none No presenting and acting on petitions: none Reports of: James Warren, Mayor - 1. Mr. Combs still working as part-time patrolman. 2. Mayor discussed political signs in the village and asked Mr. Lytten to explain what some of the laws were. Mr. Lytten stated the laws have kept changing throughout the years. Courts keep ruling the freedom of speech. Several years ago they said you could put a reasonable time and size regulations. He stated he would have to do more research to see what the state laws are. Mr. Fetty stated we have to do more research to see what the state laws are. Mr. Fetty stated we do have an ordinance in place regarding signs. Mr. Lytten stated if we have an ordinance regarding signs it should be upheld. Mr. Payton asked if we had ever issued citations. Mr. Warren stated we have called them in the past to take down or we remove and store them until they are picked up. Mr. Lytten stated it is still better to have some type of ordinance regarding signs rather than none at all. Mr. Payton asked if it is worthwhile to pursue the sign problem. Mr. Salyers stated anyone running for an office should be willing to comply with the ordinance. Mr. Williams discussed the size of the signs is the man problem and most people have been willing to take down if they are not in compliance. Further discussion was held regarding a tractor trailor parked with a huge sign on the side. Mr. Warren asked council what they wanted to do, either take down signs or ride it out until the election. Mr. Lytten suggested we should enforce the ordinance we have in place and put under further review to a committee for future reference. Mr. Mills stated they should comply by the ordinance and give them a courtesy call to take down. Other members of council agreed. Lana Loper, Clerk - absent - 1. Report for October 2012 was presented. 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. 2. Transfer of liquor license was presented to Paps Carryout since it was sold. Mr. Fetty made a motion not to ask for a hearing. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Kathy Bender, Treasurer - none Walter Lytten, Legal Council - 1. Reported he reviewed the residency requirements and stated that no employee could be required as a condition of employment to reside in the political subdivision. Mr. Williams asked then if we cannot require our village administrator, fire chief or police chief to live in the village. Further discussion was held and Mr. Lytten stated we should comply with the state statute and he could review and change accordingly. Mr. Fetty made a motion for our ordinance to comply with the state statute regarding residency. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. The roll was called. The voting results are as follows: ayes-6. Steve Hamilton, Village Administrator-1. Stated he has been called many times over the political signs and trying to do his best to comply with ordinance. 2. The wall on Rt. 139 project is now complete. 3. Mr. Hamilton and Mr. Lytten reviewed the creek and terrace area at the school regarding a guardrail. Mr. Lytten explained what a right of way is to council members. Platt maps were made years ago and set the width of the street. Mr. Lytten asked what the ODOT rules are. Mr. Lytten explained he had livd there many years and have never seen any cars go in the creek. Mr. Lytten and Mr. Hamilton reported they would talk to school board with safety concerns. Mr. Hamilton reported we would have to have a right of way for the catch basins. Mr. Lytten stated he would do more research regarding guardrails. Theda Aldridge, Income Tax Director - absent Darrold Clark, Chief of Police - 1. Presented report dated October 16, 2012. Mr. Imes made a motion to accept and file the report. Mr. Fetty seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren delcared the motion carried 6-0. 2. As of October 5, Josh Carver has completed his one year probationary period. Mr. Warren is asking council to approve his recommendation for Mr. Carver's appointment to the New Boston Police Department. Mr. Mills made a motion for the appointment of Mr. Carver. Mr. Williams seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0. Chris Bender, Fire Chief - 1. Hydrants have been tested and have only one broken. New hydrant needs to be ordered. 2. Also has bad hose that needs to be replaced. Mr. Williams made a motion to appropriate $4000 for the hose and hydrants. Mr. Imes seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried. Mr. Hamilton asked that $300 to be appropriated for police tires. Mr. Williams asked to amend the appropriation ordinance to include the $300. Mr. Mills seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the motion carried 6-0. Reports of Chairmen of Committees: Junior Williams, Finance & Wages - Holding off until November finance meeting. Ralph Imes, Streets & Alleys - presented reports from meeting held October 8, 2012. 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. Mike Payton, Utilities & Communications - asked if AEP will take down the vines around the power lines. Mr. Hamilton said they would but not primary on their list. Jon Mills, Flood & Sewage - none Terry Salyers, Laws & Claims - none Dan Fetty, Lands & Buildings - none Reading of Ordinances and Resolutions None New Business Mr. Payton - 1. Were flyers sent out regarding tax renewal. Mr. Warren stated they will be passed out tomorrow. 2. Demo list available? County sent letters directly to owners and some owners have been willing to fix up. 3. Asked for a copy of parade registration. Mr. Warren stated he would have Jessica have one ready. Mr. Williams - 1. Asked about striping on Lakeview. Mr. Hamilton stated within 2 weeks they will start. 2. Asked if AMEC is completed. Mr. Hamilton reported they should be done in a month and no later than the end of the year. Mr. Warren reported InfraMetals has received a convenant not to sue and that means they are moving right along. Hope to sign contract soon. Mr. Imes - 1. Reported our ordinance regarding length of time on yard sales is two days. A few people have been having the sales longer than two days. Mr. Hamilton stated he would take them a copy of that ordinance. Mr. Mills - none Mr. Salyers - 1. Police and Fire Departments doing well at K-Mart with the kids. Mr. Fetty - none There being no further business, Mr. Mills moved the meeting be adjourned. Mr. Payton seconded the motion. All members concurring, Mr. Warren declared the meeting be adjourned at 8:00 p.m. _______________________________________ President of Council Passed: ________________________, 2012 Attest: _______________________________ Village Clerk