Regular Meeting

Perry Township Board of Trustees

Regular Meeting

November 2, 2010 7:00pm

2010- Fire Department Turnout Gear Bid Openings

Company	Bid
Phoenix Safety Outfitters	$55,520.00
Fire Force, Inc.	$55,160.00

 

Trustee Capaldi made a motion that the Board table the bids for further review by the Law Director and Fire Chief; Seconded by Trustee Chessler.

ROLL CALL:  Miss Capaldi, yes.  Mr. Laubacher, yes.  Mr. Chessler, yes.

Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance:

Excused absence:  None.

Additions/Deletions to Agenda:

Trustee Capaldi made a motion that the Board add to the agenda under the Police Department the consideration of step 2 grievances which may or may not be discussed in executive session depending on the wishes of the participants; Seconded by Trustee Chessler.

ROLL CALL:  Miss Capaldi, yes.  Mr. Laubacher, yes.  Mr. Chessler, yes.

Public Hearings/Invited Guests: None.

Communications: 

Letter from Cary Coates

Trustee Capaldi noted that the Board received a letter of communication from Cary Coates.  Mr. Coates would like the Board to consider volunteer services for painting at Fasnacht Farm.

Notice to Negotiate Received from Perry Organized Workers

Trustee Capaldi stated that the Board received a notice to negotiate from the Perry Organized Workers dated September 22, 2010.

Thank You Letter from Meals on Wheels CEO, Teresa Barry for Produce Donated From Fasnacht Gardens Throughout the 2010 Season

Administrator Fetzer stated that the during the 2010 community gardening season produce was donated to Meals on Wheels.  The Township received an acknowledgement “Thank you” letter from Meals on Wheels.

Public Speaks on items up for Board Approval: None.

Township Business requiring Board Action:

Unfinished Business:

New Business:

Trustee Capaldi made a motion to approve bills and payroll in the amount of $289,984.79 for the week ending October 26, 2010 and bills only in the amount of $28,287.62 for the week ending November 2, 2010 for a combined amount of $318,272.41; Seconded by Trustee Laubacher.

ROLL CALL: Miss Capaldi, yes.  Mr. Laubacher, yes.  Mr. Chessler, yes.

Fiscal Officer:

Trustee Capaldi made a motion to approve the minutes from the October 19, 2010 Regular Meeting minutes with correction; Seconded by Trustee Capaldi.

ROLL CALL: Miss Capaldi, yes.  Mr. Laubacher, yes.  Mr. Chessler, yes.

Administration: 

Fire Department:

Police Department:

Consider Resignation of Andrew Flowers- FT Police Officer

Trustee Capaldi made a motion that the Board accept the resignation of full-time police officer Andrew Flowers effective November 2, 2010; Seconded by Trustee Chessler.

ROLL CALL:  Miss Capaldi, yes.  Mr. Laubacher, yes.  Mr. Chessler, yes.

Consider Service Maintenance Agreement

Deputy Chief Carbenia asked the Board to consider a four (4) year service maintenance agreement from Dell for the Police Department’s server.

Trustee Capaldi made a motion that the Board enter into an agreement with Dell for a four (4) year period at a price of $1,378.55; Seconded by Trustee Chessler.

ROLL CALL:  Miss Capaldi, yes.  Mr. Laubacher, yes.  Mr. Chessler, yes.

Consider Countywide 911 System

Deputy Chief Carbenia stated that the Police Department was presented with a contract for a new countywide 911 system by Tim Warstler, Director of Stark County EMA 911 Agency.  If the Township does not accept this contract, when the installation takes place in the spring the Police Department will lose the ability to receive 911 calls directly.  The Police Department would only get a transfer and would not be able to see any information.  Deputy Chief Carbenia stated that the contract also stipulates that should 911need equipment to go to a countywide basis that they would be able to remove that equipment.  Trustee Chessler inquired if “remote hosting” would be a proper term.  Deputy Chief Carbenia stated that was correct.  Trustee Capaldi stated that every agency that dispatches appears to be included in the agreement.  Deputy Chief Carbenia stated that was correct.  Trustee Capaldi inquired if anyone was refusing the service.  Deputy Chief Carbenia stated that to his knowledge no body is refusing the agreement except for CenCom.

Deputy Chief Carbenia explained that there is a monthly fee of $540.00 which is being picked up by 911.  Trustee Capaldi stated that she thought it was interesting that there is no charge for the Township to do this.  Deputy Chief Carbenia stated that there is no charge and that 911 is picking up all fees for the new system.

Trustee Chessler made a motion that the Board authorize the Police Chief to execute and agree to the terms contained in the letter dated September 17, 2010 directed to the Perry Township Police Department from Tim Warstler, Director of Stark County EMA 911 Agency and will participate in the 911 system; Seconded by Trustee Laubacher.

ROLL CALL:  Miss Capaldi, yes.  Mr. Laubacher, yes.  Mr. Chessler, yes.

Road Department:

Consider Purchase of Two (2) Cover All Buildings

Mr. Masalko asked the Board to consider the purchase of two (2) cover all buildings from W.G. Dairy Supply, Inc.  Mr. Masalko informed the Board that W.G. Dairy Supply, Inc. is requiring thirty (30) percent down for this purchase.

Trustee Capaldi made a motion that the Board enter into an agreement with W.G. Dairy Supply, Inc. for two (2) cover all buildings in the amount of $7,084.00 which includes installation; Seconded by Trustee Laubacher.

ROLL CALL:  Miss Capaldi, yes.  Mr. Laubacher, yes.  Mr. Chessler, yes.

Consider Purchase of 11’ Plow- Beginning Replacement of Aging Fleet

Mr. Masalko stated that he obtained two (2) quotes for the purchase of an eleven (11) foot plow to begin replacement of an aging fleet.

Mr. Masalko stated that the new plow will replace a twenty-eight (28) year old plow that will be kept and used for parts.

Trustee Chessler made a motion that the Board approve the purchase of one (1), eleven (11) foot snow plow based on the price quotation and authorize the Road Superintendent to make the purchase from Ace Truck & Equipment in the amount not to exceed $9,180.00; Seconded by Trustee Capaldi.

ROLL CALL:  Miss Capaldi, yes.  Mr. Laubacher, yes.  Mr. Chessler, yes.

Zoning:

Consider Waiving Permit Fee For Renovations at Perry High School

Mr. Weckbacher stated that Harris Day Architects have submitted plans for the renovations at Perry High School.  Perry Board of Education has asked that the permit fee be waived.  Mr. Weckbacher stated that the permit cost would be $159.40.  Mr. Weckbacher stated that he discussed this with Mr. Hall who stated that the Board is permitted to waive fees upon request.

Trustee Chessler inquired how the Board could incorporate some authority into the Township Zoning Resolution for circumstances like this.  Mr. Hall explained that the Board has two (2) options; The Board could pass a stated resolution waiving fees for political subdivisions of the State of Ohio or amend the text of the Township Zoning Resolution.  Mr. Hall suggested that the Board pass a resolution for this specific request and then he and Mr. Weckbacher can prepare a text amendment to take through the formal process.

Trustee Chessler made a motion based on the circumstances presented and the request from the Perry Local Board of Education that the Board waive the permit fee for their application submitted September 16, 2010.  Trustee Chessler requested that the Law Director and Zoning Inspector investigate and take the steps necessary for next year to incorporate into the Zoning Resolution a provision which would allow the Board in proper circumstances to waive fees for other governmental entities including the Township; Seconded by Trustee Capaldi.

ROLL CALL:  Miss Capaldi, yes.  Mr. Laubacher, yes.  Mr. Chessler, yes.

Law Director:

Consider RG Drage Annexation Area Snow Removal Agreement

Mr. Hall stated that Perry Township prepared the RG Drage annexation area snow removal agreement and submitted it to the City of Massillon’s Law Director.  Law Director Stergios indicated through email correspondence that he and the Administrator have reviewed and approved the agreement.  They submitted the agreement for first reading to Massillon City Council at last evenings meeting.  Mr. Hall stated that the agreement is ready for Board approval if they are so inclined.  Trustee Capaldi suggested tabling the approval of this agreement until the final reading of Massillon City Council. 

Update- POW Arbitration Results

Mr. Hall stated that the Board received the preliminary report for the grievance regarding insurance wage with holdings.  Each side has a certain amount of time to object.  No objections have been filed at this time.  As soon as the arbitrator signs and issues the award it will become final.  There will have to be a slight pay reimbursement calculation made for each of the POW- Road Department employees.  Mr. Hall stated that he suggested that after Mr. Schlegel makes the calculations that it be brought back to the Board for action at the November 16, 2010 Regular Meeting.

Parks: None.

Department Matters Not Requiring Board Action:

Administration: None.

Fire Department: None.

Parks/Recycling: None.

Police Department: None.

Road Department: None.

Law Director: None.

Announcements:

a.) Fall Leaf Drop Off- Collection held at the Perry Township Road Department 1500 Jackson Ave. SW- October 16 thru November 21- Weekdays 7:00am- 2:30pm and Weekends 8:00am- 3:30pm- Closed Veteran’s Day- leaves only please

b.) Reverse Raffle & Monte Carlo Night- Location: McKinley Eagles on Saturday, November 13, 2010 6:30pm- 10:30pm- Sponsored by the Perry Township History Club- Tickets $10.00 each Tickets: Sherry Wilson 330-419-1343

Public Speaks: None.

Executive Session(s): 

Trustee Capaldi made a motion that the Board adjourn into executive session under O.R.C. 121.22 (G) (4) to discuss collective bargaining matters to include the Board, Fiscal Officer, Law Director, Police Chief and Deputy Chief; Seconded by Trustee Chessler.

ROLL CALL:  Miss Capaldi, yes.  Mr. Laubacher, yes.  Mr. Chessler, yes.

The Board adjourned into Executive Session at: 7:43pm

The Board adjourned from Executive Session at: 8:03pm

Adjournment:

With nothing further to come before the Board, Trustee Capaldi made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:03pm; Seconded by Trustee Chessler.

ROLL CALL: Miss Capaldi, yes.  Mr. Laubacher, yes. Mr. Chessler, yes.

Anna M. Capaldi, President                                    

 Joe Schlegel, Fiscal Officer