5:15 PM Fiscal Officer, JoAnn Townend opened the Public Hearing for the 2012 Proposed Tax Budget

JoAnn Townend reviewed and answered questions regarding the 2012 tax budget.

Resolution No. 2011-106 - Motion was made by Diane Dillon and seconded by Bonnie Howe to adopt the Rootstown Township proposed tax budget for year 2012. Upon roll call the vote as follows: Diane Dillon, yea, Bonnie Howe, yea, Brett Housley, yea.

The Public Hearing closed at 5:35 PM

The regular meeting of the Rootstown Township Trustees opened at 5:35 p.m. on July 12, 2011. Those in attendance were Trustees Brett Housley, Bonnie Howe and Diane Dillon, JoAnn Townend, Fiscal Officer, Chief Charles Palmer, Bill Hahn, Jim Mahood, Van Black, and Julie Gonzales.

Resolution No. 2011-107 – Motion was made by Diane Dillon and seconded by Bonnie Howe to accept the minutes of June 28, 2011. Upon roll call the vote as follows: Diane Dillon, yea, Bonnie Howe, yea, Brett Housley, yea.

ROAD SUPERINTENDENT REPORT

Bill reported that Municipal Signs can reface the old signs for $27.00 to have them in compliance with the reflective sign policy. He would like to purchase road signs to have in stock.

Resolution No. 2011-108 – Motion was made by Bonnie Howe and seconded by Diane Dillon to purchase the following road signs from Municipal Signs at a cost not to exceed $1,500.00.

10 - Speed Limit Signs	$ 47.25
20 - 6ft & 8ft Poles	6ft.- $11.55 8ft. - $ 15.40
5 - Weight Limit Signs	$52.00

Upon roll call the vote as follows: Diane Dillon, yea, Bonnie Howe, yea, Brett Housley, yea.

Bill reported all the new road signs that will be purchased will be in compliance with the reflective road sign policy.

Resolution No. 2011-109 – Motion was made by Bonnie Howe and seconded by Diane Dillon to replace the clutch on the roadside mower from Unkefer Equipment Company in an amount not to exceed $2,617.17. Upon roll call the vote as follows: Diane Dillon, yea, Bonnie Howe, yea, Brett Housley, yea.

A sink hole on Campbellsport Road has been repaired. The crew is still fixing Gerland Circle and August Drive.

Cemetery

There was one cremation burial on July 5th.

Park

Bill reported that someone from Hot Stove turned off the breaker at the park and the toilets overflowed. Bill spoke to Dave McIntyre, President of Hot Stove and he said to invoice Hot Stove for any damages, clean-up that was involved.

Resolution No. 2011-110 – Motion was made by Diane Dillon and seconded by Bonnie Howe to invoice Hot Stove for any additional expenses to the Township for when the breaker was turned off at the park. This would include for employee working over-time, clean-up and for the additional trash from the Hot Stove Tournaments last weekend. Upon roll call the vote as follows: Diane Dillon, yea, Bonnie Howe, yea, Brett Housley, yea.

Barb Mencl was present who requested to be buried with her infant son that died in 1973. Mrs. Mencl spoke to Bonnie, Diane and Bill Hahn, Cemetery Sexton regarding her request. Bill explained to her that it would be impossible for her to be buried with her son without the remains being disturbed and there is not enough room for a headstone to be placed. A back hoe would be needed to dig for her vault. Bill said she could be buried with her son if she was cremated. The Board discussed the option of hiring an outside contractor who is bonded to dig up the grave. The Board asked Bill to meet with Mrs. Mencl at the cemetery to explain to her where her son is buried and the necessary room that is needed for her vault when she passes away.

ZONING INSPECTOR REPORT

There were one (3) acts of business.

3 – Sheds

Jim reported two (2) violation letters have been sent.

An application for a variance was completed by Christian and Michele Cirino.

Jim and several of the Zoning Commission members will be attending a Zoning Seminar on July 29th.

The Board agreed to have a 2nd Annual Zoning Open House. This gives residents the opportunity to ask questions regarding zoning in Rootstown. Jim will schedule.

Jim said they need a new copier in the Zoning & Road Office. He spoke to Dane Denham from Toshiba and he will be in contact with JoAnn. He said the circuit board is damaged on the old copier. If it is accidentally turned off – it will not come back on. The Board agreed to purchase a new copier and have it tie into the computer.

FIRE CHIEF REPORT

The Fire Department received $3,000.00 EMS grant from the Ohio Department of Public Safety. This is for tuition of EMT and paramedic classes.

Chief Palmer reported that the front passenger tire on truck 2513 split apart and needs replaced. Commercial Wingfoot had to come to the station to remove, mount and replace the front tires on the truck because they could not drive it due to the condition of the tires. Chief Palmer has not received an invoice.

They stood by for the annual Sandy Lake Incorporation fireworks display on July 2nd.

The new Blackboard System was a great success yesterday afternoon during the severe thunderstorm. They received many compliments on the system so far.

Chief Palmer reported that the elevator is still not working. It is leaking oil and they are not sure where it is going.

RESIDENT’S COMMENTS

Brett said Gary Urchek, Hall-Green Agency, Inc. was present and had to leave for another appointment. He was here to discuss a quote on health benefits for the Township. Brett will contact Mr. Urchek inviting him to another meeting on August 9th at approximately 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

Diane reported the shingles were replaced on the new pavilion by the deadline.

FISCAL OFFICER

JoAnn presented a July 8, 2011 Notice from Ohio Division of Liquor Control of a request for a new liquor license for Mrs. Devies LLC dba Acapulco Grill. The Trustees agreed they have no objections and authorized the Fiscal Officer to sign and return the notice.

The Board agreed that they are not interested in leasing 19.263 acres of land to Chesapeake Energy for oil/gas.

JoAnn gave the Trustees a health benefit packet from Sean Sprouse, Burnham & Flowers. Mr. Sprouse will be attending the next Board meeting held on July 26th to discuss the packets.

Resolution No. 2011-111 – Motion was made by Diane Dillon and seconded by Bonnie Howe to set a bid date for Issue 2 for Lynn Road as early as possible depending on when bid books will be available. Upon roll call the vote as follows: Diane Dillon, yea, Bonnie Howe, yea, Brett Housley, yea.

Resolution No. 2011-112 - Motion by Diane Dillon and seconded by Bonnie Howe to pay bills on file with the Fiscal Officer. Upon roll call the vote as follows: Diane Dillon, yea, Bonnie Howe, yea, Brett Housley, yea.

Resolution No. 2011–113 - Motion by Diane Dillon to adjourn at 7:27 p.m.

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Brett Housley
Chairman

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JoAnn Townend
Fiscal Officer