Regular Meeting
Perry Township Board of Trustees
Regular Meetings
October 16, 2012 7:00pm
Pledge of Allegiance:
Excused absence:
A. John Masalko, Road Superintendent
B. Scott Weckbacher, Zoning Inspector
Additions/Deletions to Agenda: None.
Public Hearings/Invited Guests: None.
Communications:
Board of Trustees Received Notice from Character Counts in Stark County- “The 2012 People of Character” Recognizing Mark Martin, Fire Chief- RG Drage 10/16/12 at 4:00pm
Trustee Chessler stated that the Board attended a ceremony prior to the meeting at RG Drage to recognize persons of character. The Board was proud to sit with Fire Chief Mark Martin who was recognized as one of the “2012 People of Character.” Trustee Chessler stated that it was entirely appropriate and relevant that after everything that Chief Martin has done for Watson Elementary School that he was properly recognized for the following attributes; trustworthy, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring and citizenship. The Board joins in those who have spoken these kind words about Chief Martin and thank him for service to this community.
Board of Trustees Received Notice from the State Employment Relations board Concerning FOP- Full-time Sergeants, Dispatchers, Detectives and Patrol Officers.
Trustee Chessler stated that the Board received notice from the State Employment Relations Board concerning the FOP- full-time sergeants, dispatchers, detectives and patrol officers. This is considered to be a notice to negotiate and the process will be required to follow the statutory schedule. Mr. Hall stated that he will see to it that the Township is on time.
Public Speaks on items up for Board Approval: None.
Township Business requiring Board Action: None.
Unfinished Business: None.
New Business:
Trustee Chessler made a motion to approve bills and payroll in the amount of $49,173.05 for the week ending October 16, 2012; Seconded by Trustee Haines.
ROLL CALL: Mr. Chessler, yes. Mr. Laubacher, yes. Trustee Haines, yes.
Fiscal Officer:
Trustee Laubacher made a motion to accept the minutes of the October 9, 2012 Work Session; Seconded by Trustees Chessler.
ROLL CALL: Mr. Chessler, yes. Mr. Laubacher, yes. Trustee Haines, yes.
Consider Approval of 2013 Millage
Mr. Schlegel stated that annually the Board has to approve the millage for the upcoming year. The millage for the upcoming year is as follows:
A. Inside Millage-
General Fund .10- $48,342.00
Road/ Bridge- 1.50- $720,902.00
B. Outside Millage-
Fire Fund 2.90- $1,401,926.00
Police Fund 5.65- $2,441,259.00
Road Fund 2.00- $559,735.00
Total 12.15- $5,172,164.00
Mr. Schlegel stated that these figures are provided by the Stark County Auditors Office based upon the recently disclosed property appraisals. Trustee Chessler verified that the outside millage would remain the same amount of dollars coming to the Township. Mr. Schlegel stated that the Township has gone down in the outside millage. All of the Department Heads have been made aware. The inside millage will take the biggest hit because it goes up and down with the valuation of the Township.
Trustee Chessler made a motion that the Board approve the 2013 millage as it has been read into the record; Seconded by Trustee Haines.
ROLL CALL: Mr. Chessler, yes. Mr. Laubacher, yes. Trustee Haines, yes.
Administration:
Consider Transferring Township Phone Service from First Communications to Massillon Cable
Administrator Fetzer stated that she and Trustee Haines met with Jane Vassas from Massillon Cable on August 10, 2012 to determine if they would have the ability to provide all Township departments with a cost effective service rate. After review, it was determined that Massillon Cable could provide a substantial cost savings to the Township’s over all telecommunications costs. Administrator Fetzer stated that Chief Pomesky has been meeting with Ms. Vasses and the service engineers from Massillon Cable to see if their services would fit the needs of the Police Department. No decision has been made in regards to the Police Department as of yet as it is a more complex situation. The Police Department also has a signed contract with AT&T until June 2014. The rest of the Township departments are ready to move forward.
Administrator Fetzer stated that Ms. Vasses determined the monthly cost to the Township for services through Massillon Cable would be $564.23 which would be an annual cost savings of $6,770.76. The following buildings would be transferred to Massillon Cable; Administration Office, Fire Department Administration Office, Fire Department Station #2 (Bosford), Fire Department Station #3 (Bailey), Road Department Garage, Police and Fire Maintenance Garage. Massillon Cable is unable to service the Perry Township Recycling Station and Fire Department #1 because they are located out of their jurisdiction.
Administrator Fetzer stated that long distance coverage is all inclusive under Massillon Cable’s service plan. Each line gets five hundred (500) free minutes per month. On the very low side the Township will be saving $2,000.00 annually for long distance coverage. If the Board would choose to move forward, it will be ten (10) to fifteen (15) business days to port over the numbers from First Communications. After Massillon Cable receives a confirmation date from First Communications to grant Massillon Cable permission to port over the numbers, Massillon Cable will confirm the installation date with the Township. Upon confirmation from the Township regarding the date of install, Massillon Cable will pre-wire or pre-install the service at each dedicated located or demarcation point in each facility. The day that all numbers from First Communication sport over to Massillon Cable will be called the “cutover” date. Massillon Cable will coordinate with our phone vendor, Connect USA for the day of the cutover.
Administrator Fetzer stated that after Trustee Haines reviewed the documents he had additional questions for Ms. Vasses. After speaking with Trustee Haines, Ms. Vasses updated the monthly cost savings to $636.68 and total annual savings to $7,640.16. Administrator Fetzer stated that the Board will almost be saving $10,000.00 annually by transferring the Township’s phone service to Massillon Cable. Trustee Chessler inquired if there is a contract period. Administrator Fetzer stated that there is no contract period.
Trustee Chessler made a motion that the Board authorize the steps to be taken to transfer the Township’s phone service from First Communications to Massillon Cable TV on the terms that have been outlined in the memorandum for the Board; Seconded by Trustee Haines.
ROLL CALL: Mr. Chessler, yes. Mr. Laubacher, yes. Trustee Haines, yes.
Fire Department: None.
Police Department:
Consider Accepting the Resignation of James Wood
Chief Pomesky asked the Board accept the resignation of full-time dispatcher James Wood effective October 19, 2012. Trustee Chessler stated that Mr. Wood has been employed with Perry Township since 2006 and is leaving the Police Department to pursue a career with another employer. The Board and Chief Pomesky wished Mr. Wood well.
Trustee Chessler made a motion that the Board accept the resignation of full-time dispatcher James Wood effective October 19, 2012; Seconded by Trustee Laubacher.
ROLL CALL: Mr. Chessler, yes. Mr. Laubacher, yes. Trustee Haines, yes.
Consider the Purchase of Ammunition
Chief Pomesky asked the Board to consider the purchase of ammunition for the Police Department. Based on the rules of the Ohio Peace Officer’s Commission, officers are required to qualify annually with the firearms that they carry on duty. Chief Pomesky stated that this purchase of ammunition should last the Police Department at least two (2) years. Three (3) quotes have been obtained.
|
Company |
Quote |
|
Vance’s Law Enforcement Supply |
$6,920.50 |
|
Standard Law Enforcement |
$7,408.80 |
|
Kiesler’s Police Supply |
$7,016.00 |
Chief Pomesky recommended that the ammunition be purchased through Vance’s Law Enforcement Supply for $6,920.50.
Trustee Chessler made a motion that the Board approve the Police Department’s requested purchase of ammunition from Vance’s Law Enforcement Supply for an amount not to exceed $6,920.50; Seconded by Trustee Laubacher.
ROLL CALL: Mr. Chessler, yes. Mr. Laubacher, yes. Trustee Haines, yes.
Consider MOU for Participation with Countywide OVI Task Force
Chief Pomesky stated that annually the Police Department is required to renew their contract for participation with the Countywide OVI Task Force. The Countywide OVI Task Force will be coordinated and run by the University of Akron. Chief Pomesky stated that he sent the memorandum of understanding (MOU) to the Law Director for his review and approval.
Trustee Chessler made a motion that the Board approve entering into another year contract with the OVI Task Force and authorize the execution of the memorandum of understanding between the University of Akron Research Foundation and the Perry Township Board of Trustees; Seconded by Trustee Haines.
ROLL CALL: Mr. Chessler, yes. Mr. Laubacher, yes. Trustee Haines, yes.
Consider Accepting $550.00 Donation from McKinley Eagles
Chief Pomesky asked the Board to consider accepting a $550.00 donation from the McKinley Eagles for the purchase of Halloween candy. Chief Pomesky thanked the McKinley Eagles for their donation so that this program can continue this year.
Trustee Chessler made a motion that the Board accept the donation from the McKinley Eagles in the amount of $550.00 for the purchase of Halloween candy; Seconded by Trustee Haines.
ROLL CALL: Mr. Chessler, yes. Mr. Laubacher, yes. Trustee Haines, yes.
Road Department: None.
Law Director: None.
Zoning: None.
Parks/Recycling: None.
Executive Session(s): None.
Department Matters Not Requiring Board Action:
Administration: None.
Fire Department: None.
Parks/Recycling: None.
Police Department:
Road Department: None.
Zoning: None.
Law Director: None.
Upcoming Events:
1.) Perry Township Fire Station #1- All you can eat pancake breakfast- Sunday, October 21, 2012 from 8:00am- 12:00pm- Fire Station #1- 1325 Perry Drive SW- $5.00 for ages 12 and older- $3.00 for ages 3-11 and ages 2 and under are free.
Public Speaks-Open Forum: None.
Adjournment:
With nothing further to come before the Board, Trustee Laubacher made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:21pm; Seconded by Trustee Chessler.
ROLL CALL: Mr. Chessler, yes. Mr. Laubacher, yes. Mr. Haines, yes.
Craig E. Chessler, President
Joe Schlegel, Fiscal Officer