The regular meeting of the Rootstown Township Trustees opened at 5:30 p.m. on June 10, 2008. Those in attendance were Trustees Diane Dillon, Bonnie Howe and David Armentrout, Darrell Stephens, Jim Mahood, Van Black, Chief Palmer and Julie Gonzales.

Resolution No. 2008-113 – Motion was made by Bonnie Howe and seconded by David Armentrout Howe to accept the minutes with changes of May 27, 2008. Upon roll call the vote was as follows: Diane Dillon, yea, David Armentrout, yea, Bonnie Howe, yea.

ROAD SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT

Darrell hasn’t received a quote from the County Engineer to chip and seal Lynn Road. Julie will send a letter requesting this information.

Darrell heard Tallmadge Road should be re-opened in the middle of July.

Darrell and the road crew attended the Storm Water meeting.

Darrell reported Clean-Up Day went well. He put the extra money in JoAnn’s mailbox from the extra tires that residents were dropping off.

The light pole for the New Milford Road site has arrived. They will most likely put up a temporary “closed” sign for the recycling center when they begin to dig to tie into the electric. The recycling center will only be closed for approximately an hour.

Resolution No. 2008-114 – Motion was made by David Armentrout and seconded by Bonnie Howe to install 25 MPH speed limit signs in Lexington Place Development. Upon roll call the vote was as follows: Diane Dillon, yea, David Armentrout, yea, Bonnie Howe, yea.

Resolution No. 2008-115 – Motion was made by Bonnie Howe and seconded by David Armentrout to advertise for bids for road materials for Sabin Drive, Siefer Drive, Moser, Nina and Ruth Drives. Upon roll call the vote was as follows: Diane Dillon, yea, David Armentrout, yea, Bonnie Howe, yea.

The grater has been picked up for scrap. We received a check for $1,800.00.

The new truck is now at Concord getting additional equipment installed. This will take approximately 6-8 weeks.

Darrell said JoAnn is to complete a credit application to purchase the laser for use at the park.

There were two (2) funerals since the last meeting.

We will soon have to purchase a new mower for use at the park. Darrell said Bill has the quotes. Diane will meet with Bill and make a recommendation at the next Board meeting.

Diane appreciates everyone who came out to help install the playground at the park.

ZONING INSPECTOR’S REPORT

There were five (5) act of business.

The Zoning Commission Meeting has been cancelled for June.

Chris Meduri asked Jim to take pictures of the salt supply for pending legal action.

Jim will take an updated picture of the park sign to put on the web site.

Jim received a call from a resident requesting use of the pavilion. She asked if the Township would waive the fee for non-profit groups like we do for the Town Hall. The Board agreed that the fee should not be waived.

Dave received a complaint regarding an unlicensed vehicle on State Route 44. Van will investigate.

Dave said if Caporletti’s Pizza relocates to the insurance building on Tallmadge Road when the asphalt is expanded if it could drain towards the road instead of Mr. Abbe’s property. He also asked if he could trim the trees that are hanging on this property. The Board agreed he could.

Van inspected a swimming pool and found no fence installed. The resident informed Van that a fence will be installed as well as a laser when the fence is opened and a censored alarm when six pounds of weight enters the actual pool.

The Board agreed that Mr. Bob Harris of Regional Planning Commission does not have to attend the public hearing set for June 24th for the PRD zoning amendments.

FIRE DEPARTMENT

Ravenna Oil filled the fuel tank for the fire station generator yesterday costing $222.95.

Resolution No. 2008-116 – Motion was made by Bonnie Howe and seconded by David Armentrout to purchase t-shirts and shorts for members of the fire department who will be working out in an amount not to exceed $600.00. Upon roll call the vote was as follows: Diane Dillon, yea, David Armentrout, yea, Bonnie Howe, yea.

For the month of May the following calls were made:

EMS:	36		Mutual Aid:
Fire:	20		Given:	13
Car Accidents:	5		Received:	0
Total:	61

Resolution No. 2008-117 – Motion was made by Bonnie Howe and seconded by David Armentrout to purchase ten (10) sections of 100 foot yellow hose to go from the hydrant to the fire truck at a cost not to exceed $2,000.00. Upon roll call the vote was as follows: Diane Dillon, yea, David Armentrout, yea, Bonnie Howe, yea.

RESIDENTS COMMENTS

Susan Kishton of the Meadows at Marsh Creek Development was present to inform the Trustees that the owner of Marsh Creek (Dale Haggarty) is not mowing the common areas of the development. Weeds are now approximately three feet tall. Ms. Kishton and other residents left messages and he has not returned their calls. Ms. Kishton asks since there is no association formed in the development whose responsibility is it? Dave will contact our legal counsel to get advice. Ms. Kishton will get the address and phone number of the owner to Dave.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

Park

Resolution No. 2008-118 – Motion was made by David Armentrout and seconded by Bonnie Howe to purchase a six (6) seated swing set and 200 cubic yards of playground mulch from Recreation Creations, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $6,700.00. Upon roll call the vote was as follows: Diane Dillon, yea, David Armentrout, yea, Bonnie Howe, yea.

Dave said Joe Mosyjowski suggested when the sewer hookup is installed the better option would be to put it closer to Cook Road. The Portage County Water Resources will have the authority as to where is will be installed.

NEW BUSINESS

Dave attended the Rootstown Chamber of Commerce meeting and Bob Baumgardner will be the new contact person to help residents with eye care assistance for the Lion’s Club.

Dave said a resident brought to his attention that someone was clearing trees away on Clover Drive. Dave said there are no permits issued with our Zoning Department. He has contacted the Soil & Water Conservation Department to investigate.

Dave left a message with Commissioner Smeiles regarding the reverse 911.

Resolution No. 2008-119 – Motion was made by David Armentrout and seconded by Bonnie Howe to donate $250.00 to the Rootstown Local Schools for the publication of the Township newsletter in their Communicator. Upon roll call the vote was as follows: Diane Dillon, yea, David Armentrout, yea, Bonnie Howe, yea.

Dave will be attending the Regional Planning Commission Executive Session tomorrow and they will be discussing the increase in fees. They will be asking a .15 cent increase per capita for 2009 and an additional .5 cents for 2010. Diane asked if this was in addition to what is in their by-laws. Dave said it is not. Bonnie said the increase would be $1,080.00.

Resolution No. 2008-120 – Motion was made by David Armentrout and seconded by Bonnie Howe to pay bills on file with the Fiscal Officer. Upon roll call all yeas and no nays.

Resolution No. 2008-121 – Motion was made by David Armentrout and seconded by Bonnie Howe that the Rootstown Township Trustees to move into executive session at 6:35 PM to discuss personnel issues. Upon roll call the vote as follows: David Armentrout, yea, Diane Dillon, yea, Bonnie Howe, yea.

Resolution No. 2008-122 - Upon conclusion of the above referenced discussion a motion was made by David Armentrout and seconded by Bonnie Howe that the Rootstown Township Trustees move out of executive session at 6:55 PM. Upon roll call the vote as follows: David Armentrout, yea, Diane Dillon, yea, Bonnie Howe, yea.

After exiting Executive Session, the Trustees took no action.

Resolution No. 2008-123 - Motion was made by David Armentrout to adjourn at 7:10 PM.

Respectfully Submitted:

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Diane Dillon
Chairperson

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JoAnn Townend
Fiscal Officer