JULY 6, 2004
PRESENT: Acting President Joyce Thompson, Councilmen Jack Jones, Forest Blakeman, Lynn Downey, and Roger Kemper. Mayor Bill Kelly and Auditor Harvey Whaley. President Dale Reed & Councilman Greg
Kempton were excused.
The meeting was opened at 7:00 pm with Councilman Blakeman leading Council and guests in the pledge of allegiance to the flag.
MINUTES: Councilman Kemper made a motion, seconded by Councilman Blakeman to approve the minutes of the June 15, 2004 regular meeting. Roll Call: All Aye.
FINANCE REPORT: Councilman Downey made a motion, seconded by Councilman Jones to approve the June 2004 Finance Report. Roll Call: All Aye.
COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMITTEE REPORTS:
Finance Committee: Councilman Downey stated he spoke with the tax administrator and asked why she thought the increase in income tax is not larger. Mr. Downey mentioned several employers paid only ½% for the 1st quarter and we are hoping to see it caught up in July. Mr. Downey stated the other reason for less of an increase is, a large part of the income tax is based on net profit and what is being paid in 2004 is on the net profit of 2003 which is only ½%. Next year we will see the increase regarding net profit. Mr. Downey mentioned we are still ahead of last year and we hope to see an increase for July.
Personnel Committee: Councilman Kemper made a motion, seconded by Councilman Downey to hire Nick Kelly for summer help in the Water Distribution Dept., at a rate of $7.28 per hour to work no more than 35 hrs
per week. Roll Call: All Aye.
Councilman Kemper made a motion, seconded by Councilman Downey to hire Scott Lightle for summer help in the Water Distribution Dept., at a rate of $7.28 per hour to work no more than 35 hrs per week. Roll Call:
All Aye.
Mr. Kemper mentioned the need to investigate a position of Mayors Court Administrator. Mr. Kemper asked that the Personnel Committee meet at 6:30 prior to the next Council Meeting to discuss this issue.
Street Committee: Councilman Kempton was excused.
Councilman Blakeman reported he received a call regarding the need of the handicap parking space at 106 1st Ave.
Councilman Downey stated he would like to look at the possibility of making the parking on the side of Parker Glass restricted when school starts, allowing for a turn lane and a thru traffic lane. Mayor Kelly stated he
would have Bob Gausman look into the issue and speak with Dean Knight and the Police Chief.
Zoning Committee: Councilman Jones had no report.
Recreation Committee: Councilman Blakeman had no report.
Public Service Committee: Councilwoman Thompson made a motion, seconded by Councilman Kemper to hire Ashley Johnson as a part time dispatcher at a rate of $8.99 per hour. Roll Call: All Aye.
MAYOR’S REPORT: Mayor Kelly congratulated Nathan & Kim Davis on their new baby girl.
Mr. Kelly mentioned the City was awarded the Issue II grant in the amount of $619, 230.00.
Mayor Kelly thanked Foill Inc. for all of their hard work on Ford Ave.
Mr. Kelly congratulated Jeff Grimes for winning the State level shot put competition.
Mayor Kelly reported there were some complaints concerning the veggie sales in the park. There is an Ordinance from 1954 that
prohibits sales. Mr. Kelly asked Council what they would like done about the situation. Councilman Blakeman stated he liked the idea of having a Farmer’s Market and liked giving people the opportunity to sale their
produce.
Councilman Blakeman made a motion, seconded by Councilman Kemper to allow Farmer’s Market in the park, produce only on Friday and Saturday. Roll Call: All Aye.
OLD BUSINESS: There was no old business.
NEW BUSINESS:
Resolution # 58-2004 (Emergency) – To request the Evergreen Union Cemetery 1 mill tax levy be placed on the ballot in November 2004 for renewal. Councilman Kemper read Resolution # 58-2004 in its entirety and made
a motion, seconded by Councilman Downey to approve it as an emergency. Roll Call: All Aye.
Ordinance # 59-2004 (Emergency) – To amend Ordinance # 19-2004, the amended budget and appropriations for 2004. Councilman Downey read Ordinance # 59-2004 in its entirety and made a motion, seconded by Councilman
Jones to approve it as an emergency. Roll Call: All Aye.
Resolution # 60-2004 (Emergency) – To authorize the Auditor to transfer $25,000.00 from the General Fund to the Police Fund. Councilman Jones read Resolution # 60-2004 in its entirety and made a motion, seconded
by Councilman Kemper to approve it as an emergency. Roll Call: All Aye.
AUDITOR’S REPORT:
Auditor Harvey Whaley reported the General Fund has $120,563.00. Mr. Whaley stated he hopes the financial situation will get better; we should receive a check on the 15th. Mr. Whaley stated some of the departments are running a little low.
Green Acres receipts so far are $3324.50.
Councilman Downey made a motion, seconded by Councilman Jones to pay the bills. Roll Call: All Aye.
Councilman Blakeman made a motion, seconded by Councilman Jones to adjourn. Roll Call: All Aye.
JULY 20, 2004
PRESENT: President Dale Reed, Councilwoman Joyce Thompson, Councilmen Jack Jones, Forest Blakeman, Roger Kemper, and Greg Kempton. Mayor Bill Kelly and Auditor Harvey Whaley. Councilman Lynn Downey was
excused.
The meeting was opened at 7:00 pm with Councilman Jones leading Council and guests in the pledge of allegiance to the flag.
MINUTES: Councilman Kemper made a motion, seconded by Councilman Jones to approve the minutes of the July 6, 2004 regular meeting. Roll Call: All Aye.
COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMITTEE REPORTS:
Finance Committee: Councilman Downey was excused.
Personnel Committee: Councilman Kemper reported the personnel committee met prior to the Council meeting in regards to creating a position of Mayors Court Clerk/Court Administrator. Mr. Kemper stated we
have to consider the mandates from the State such as: The computer and records have to be secure, therefore posing the question of moving the position from the Police Dept. Also the person who has this position can
not be Police personnel.
The salary needs to be looked at; currently the person in this position is a dispatcher. Mr. Kemper mentioned the position has a lot of responsibility. Mr. Kemper stated he would like the committee, who chooses the
person who will fill the position to consist of, the safety director, the Mayor and the personnel committee.
Councilman Kemper made a motion, seconded by Councilman Jones to create and announce for in house bid the position of Mayors Court Administrator/Mayors Court Clerk. Roll Call: All Aye.
Street Committee: Councilman Kempton reported he has spoken with the Mayor of South Bloomfield regarding their Ordinance to stop the use of Jake brakes in the City. South Bloomfield’s Mayor said the problem
with Jake brakes has virtually stopped. Mr. Kempton stated Waverly needs to put an Ordinance in place and place a fine on offenders. The one concern is with the Fire Dept. vehicles, they use their Jake brake to save
on their brakes. Mr. Kempton mentioned putting an exclusion for emergency vehicles.
Zoning Committee: Councilman Jones had no report.
Recreation Committee: Councilman Blakeman had no report.
Public Service Committee: Councilwoman Thompson reported she had received some complaints concerning problems on Bridge Street. Mrs. Thompson asked what the responsibility of the home owner would be regarding
their renters and could home owners be held liable for the problems their renters were causing.
Councilman Kempton stated there were a few houses that were a constant problem and questioned the possibility of restarting the neighborhood watch program.
Mayor Kelly stated we could speak with the law director and get some ideas and possibly we could borrow solutions from another community.
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION:
Chris Mason with the Pike County Humane Society asked Council to consider creating two part time, temporary parking spaces, for their volunteers, in front of their office on West Second Street. Ms. Mason stated currently
they have to move their vehicles every two hours and sometimes they can not find a place to park. She mentioned their hours of business are 10 – 2, Monday, Wednesday, & Friday.
President Reed stated there have been problems with that area in the past and he placed the request in the Street Committee.
Ms. Mason stated the Human Society will be having a free spay & neuter program August 7th & 8th. The program is by volunteers and the humane society has 40 people to feed and house. Ms.
Mason asked if the City could donate anything to help the program.
MAYOR’S REPORT: Mayor Kelly reported they are trying to proceed with taking down the old taxi cab building. Mr. Kelly mentioned they still have to speak with Walt Beekman.
Mayor Kelly reported we are going to have to start spending money for the park; we need to purchase a tractor, mowing equipment, and a storage building.
Mayor Kelly stated the digging has started on 7th Street to extend the water lines.
Mr. Kelly mentioned the dead end of 5th & 7th Streets will be vacated.
Mayor Kelly congratulated Derrick Robach & Nick Moore for pitching back to back no hitters in the All Star games.
OLD BUSINESS: There was no old business.
Councilman Kemper made a motion, seconded by Councilwoman Thompson to add Ordinance # 61-2004 to the agenda. Roll Call: All Aye.
Councilwoman Thompson made a motion, seconded by Councilman Kempton to add Resolution # 62-2004 to the agenda. Roll Call: All Aye.
Councilman Kemper made a motion, seconded by Councilman Jones to add Ordinance # 63-2004 to the agenda. Roll Call: All Aye.
Councilwoman Thompson made a motion, seconded by Councilman Kempton to add Ordinance # 64-2004 to the agenda. Roll Call: All Aye.
Councilman Kemper made a motion, seconded by Councilman Jones to add Ordinance # 65-2004 to the agenda. Roll Call: All Aye.
NEW BUSINESS:
Ordinance # 61-2004 (1stReading) – To authorize an exception to the requirements of Business Regulation Code Chapter 725, to wit: to allow persons to sell produce and cottage products in CanalPark, in the City of
Waverly, State of Ohio. Councilman Jones read Ordinance # 61-2004 in its entirety for the 1st reading.
Resolution # 62-2004 (Emergency) – To authorize the Auditor to transfer $50,000.00 from the General Fund to the Police Fund. Councilman Blakeman read Resolution # 62-2004 in its entirety and made a motion,
seconded by Councilman Kempton to approve it as an emergency. Roll Call: All Aye.
Ordinance # 63-2004 (Emergency) – To adopt a Tentative Tax Budget for 2005. Councilman Kemper read Ordinance # 63-2004 in its entirety and made a motion, seconded by Councilman Blakeman to approve it as an
emergency. Roll Call: All Aye.
Ordinance # 64-2004 (Emergency) – To amend Ordinance # 19-2004, the amended budget and appropriations for 2004. Councilwoman Thompson read Ordinance # 64-2004 in its entirety and made a motion, seconded by
Councilman Kemper to approve it as an emergency. Roll Call: All Aye.
Ordinance # 65-2004 (1st Reading) – To grant authority to double the fines in Mayor’s Court for violations of the Waverly City Ordinances which occur on the federal holidays and to grant authority to the necessary department(s) to post signs to notify persons of the doubling of the fines.
Councilman Kempton read Ordinance # 65-2004 in its entirety for the 1st reading.
Councilman Kempton asked if the doubling would be for all fines or just moving violations. Chief Larry Roe stated it would be moving violations and the Ordinance wording needs to be changed.
AUDITOR’S REPORT: Auditor Harvey Whaley was excused.
Councilman Kempton made a motion, seconded by Councilwoman to pay the bills. Roll Call: All Aye.
Councilman Blakeman made a motion, seconded by Councilman Jones to adjourn. Roll Call: All Aye.
AUGUST 3, 2004
PRESENT: President Dale Reed, Councilwoman Joyce Thompson, Councilmen Jack Jones, Lynn Downey, Roger Kemper, and Greg Kempton. Mayor Bill Kelly and Auditor Harvey Whaley. CouncilmanForest Blakeman was
excused.
The meeting was opened at 7:00 pm with Bob Gausman leading Council and guests in the pledge of allegiance to the flag.
MINUTES: Councilman Kemper made a motion, seconded by Councilman Kempton to approve the minutes of the July 20, 2004 regular meeting. Roll Call: All Aye.
FINANCE REPORT: Councilman Jones made a motion, seconded by Councilwoman Thompson to approve the July 2004 Finance Report. Roll Call: All Aye.
COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMITTEE REPORTS:
Finance Committee: Councilman Downey reported we have received the volume of money expected and hopefully we will have a balance at the end of the year.
Mr. Downey stated the challenge will be for Council to try to keep from spending.
Mr. Downey stated it looks as if by the end of the year we will be in good financial standing.
Personnel Committee: Councilman Kemper asked if the position of Court Clerk/Administrator has been posted. Mayor Kelly mentioned there has to be a decision made on the salary for the position before it
can be posted. Councilman Kemper asked that the Personnel committee meet at 6:30 pm prior to the next Council meeting.
Street Committee: Councilman Kempton reported he had been out of town and was unable to work on the issue concerning the parking for the humane society volunteers.
Mr. Kempton mentioned the traffic problem on North & Market streets that will be created when the new school opens. Mayor Kelly stated this issue needs to be addressed immediately. Concerns were voiced by
council members such as, the elimination of parking spaces, creating turn lanes, having an officer direct traffic, and no right turns onto Market Street. Mayor Kelly stated there will be a lot of touch and go until
we can determine what works best for the situation. We have to take into consideration the businesses. Bob Gausman stated streets are primarily for moving vehicles, not parking. President Reed suggested
the committee, engineer and Police chief make a decision before the next Council meeting and be brought it to Council to be handled on an emergency basis.
Zoning Committee: Councilman Jones had report.
Recreation Committee: Councilman Blakeman was excused.
Public Service Committee: Councilwoman Thompson had no report.
Councilwoman Thompson made a motion, seconded by Councilman Kemper to appoint Ashley Johnson as an Auxiliary Police Officer. Roll Call: All Aye.
Councilwoman Thompson made a motion, seconded by Councilman Kemper to appoint Kevin Fairchild as an Auxiliary Police Officer. Roll Call: All Aye.
Councilwoman Thompson made a motion, seconded by Councilman Kemper to appoint Chad Hendershot as an Auxiliary Police Officer. Roll Call: All Aye.
Councilwoman Thompson made a motion, seconded by Councilman Kemper to appoint Mark Spears as an Auxiliary Police Officer. Roll Call: All Aye.
Councilman Downey made a motion, seconded by Councilwoman Thompson to add Ordinance # 73-2004 to the agenda. Roll Call: All Aye.
AUDIENCE PARTICIPAITON: Bob Seeling and Brian Gonard from Pike Natural Gas were in the audience. Mr. Gonard addressed Council regarding Ordinance # 73-2004. Mr. Gonard stated the Ordinance would allow
Pike Natural Gas to work outside its tariff within the City. This Ordinance will also allow for less cost to the large user such as the City, Schools and Mills Pride. Mayor Kelly stated the law director will look at
the Ordinance and make any necessary changes for Councils review.
MAYOR’S REPORT: Mayor Kelly thanked Bob & Brian for their work at the new ball park; they saved the City a lot of money. Mr. Kelly mentioned a Public Service meeting was held
regarding the five year plan and inventory of roads, bridges and water/sewer collection and rating of their physical conditions. The plan will be given to Council to determine when and how we will pay for the
changes. Mr. Kelly stated he would like to see 1 to 2 good projects a year.
Bob Gausman asked about the speed zone for the new school. Mayor Kelly stated he would ask Marie (law director) to write legislation for the speed limit. Mr. Kelly mentioned the school has expressed there is to be
absolutely no children walking to school.
OLD BUSINESS:
Councilman Kemper made a motion, seconded by Councilman Jones to read Ordinance # 61-2004 by title only. Roll Call: All Aye.
Ordinance # 61-2004 (2ndReading) – To authorize an exception to the requirements of business Regulation Code Chapter 725, to wit: to allow persons to sell produce and cottage products in CanalPark, in the City of
Waverly, Stateof Ohio. Councilman Jones read Ordinance # 61-2004 by title only for the 2nd reading.
Councilwoman Thompson made a motion, seconded by Councilman Jones to read Ordinance # 65-2004 by title only. Roll Call: All Aye. Downey: Nay.
Ordinance # 65-2004 (2nd Reading) – To double the fines in Mayor’s Court for violations of the Waverly City Ordinances which occur on the federal holiday’s and to grant authority to the necessary departments(s) to post signs to notifypersons of the doubling of the fines.
Councilwoman Thompson read Ordinance # 65-2004 by title only for the 2nd reading.
Discussion: Councilman Downey stated he was opposed to the Ordinance if it is to gain income rather than a safety issue. Councilman Kempton agreed with Mr. Downey stating we just raised rates and doubled the income
tax. Mr. Kempton mentioned we don’t need to make a reputation for being a speed trap.
Mayor Kelly stated we should look at it as purely a safety issue and if we raise more revenue fine, we are paying double for the officers and we have more traffic during the holidays. Councilman Downey stated if the focus
is on safety we need the facts to back the Ordinance, like what has occurred in the past on holidays and what are the fines for speeders.
NEW BUSINESS:
Ordinance # 73-2004 (1st Reading) – To authorize the rates, charges and other service terms and conditions for service provided by Pike Natural Gas Company in the City of Waverly. Councilwoman Joyce
Thompson read Ordinance # 73-2004 in its entirety for the 1st reading.
Discussion: Councilman Downey asked is offering volume pricing to larger users going to allow for residential customers to have their rates increased. Mr. Gonard answered stating it allows us to assign cost and do
incremental things for customers.
Mayor Kelly asked if this would allow an increase without notice to the City Council. Mr. Gonard stated Council would be notified prior to an increase and he does expect a raise the 1st of the year.
Mayor Kelly asked the law director to look at placing a 5 year renewal on the Ordinance to give Council the authority to police what is going on.
Resolution # 66-2004 (dispense 2nd & 3rd) – to authorize the Mayor and Auditor to advertise for bids for: The City of Waverly Resurfacing 2004 Project. Councilman Kempton read
Resolution # 66-2004 in its entirety and made a motion, seconded by Councilwoman Thompson to approve it. Roll Call: All Aye Jones: abstained.
Discussion: Councilman Jones requested Wendy Lane in BristolVillage to be resurfaced.
Resolution # 67-2004 (Emergency) – To authorize the Mayor and Auditor of the City of Waverly to enter into an agreement with the BBS Corporation to provide engineering for construction of a metal building to cover existing
sludge pad. Councilman Downey read Resolution # 67-2004 in its entirety and made a motion, seconded by Councilman Kempton to approve it as an emergency. Roll Call: All Aye
Resolution # 68-2004 (Emergency) – To authorize the Auditor to transfer $50,000.00 from the General Fund to the Police Fund. Councilman Downey read Resolution # 68-2004 in its entirety and made a motion, seconded
by Councilwoman Thompson to approve it as an emergency. Roll Call: All Aye
Resolution # 69-2004 (Emergency) – To authorize the Auditor to transfer $25,000.00 from the General Fund to the Bridge & Street Fund. Councilman Kempton read Resolution # 69-2004 in its entirety and made a
motion, seconded by Councilman Jones to approve it as an emergency. Roll Call: All Aye
Resolution # 70-2004 (Emergency) – To authorize the renewal of the 1.5 mill tax outside the ten mill limitation for the purpose of general construction, resurfacing, and repair of the streets, roads and bridges in the
municipal corporation of the City of Waverly, Ohio. Councilman Kemper read Resolution # 70-2004 in its entirety and made a motion, seconded by Councilman Kempton to approve as an emergency. Roll Call:
All Aye.
Resolution # 71-2004 (Emergency) – To authorize the Mayor and Auditor to enter into agreement with the George J. Igle & Co. to proceed with construction and completion of the left turn lanes of US Rt. 23 northbound and
southbound traffic from US Rt. 23 to Pride Drive and the Amerihost Inn & Suites. Councilman Jones read Resolution # 71-2004 in its entirety and made a motion, seconded by Councilwoman Thompson to approve it as an
emergency. Roll Call: All Aye.
Ordinance # 72-2004 (Emergency) – To authorize the Auditor and Mayor and Waverly Police Dept. to enter into an agreement to regulate the noise emitted by motor vehicles operated within the City. Councilman Downey
read Ordinance # 72-2004 in its entirety and made a motion, seconded by Councilman Kempton to approve it as an emergency. Roll Call: All Aye.
President Reed asked what Council would like to do with the request from the Pike County Human Society for a donation for the free spay and neuter clinic.
Councilman Kemper made a motion, seconded by Councilwoman Thompson to donate $250.00 to the Pike County Human Society for the free spay & neuter clinic. Roll Call: All Aye.
Councilman Downey made a motion, seconded by Councilwoman Thompson to pay the bills. Roll Call: All Aye.
Councilman Thompson made a motion, seconded by Councilman Downey to adjourn. Roll Call: All Aye.
AUGUST 17, 2004
PRESENT: President Dale Reed, Councilwoman Joyce Thompson, Councilmen Jack Jones, Forest Blakeman, Lynn Downey, Roger Kemper, and Greg Kempton. Mayor Bill Kelly and Auditor Harvey Whaley.
The meeting was opened at 7:00 pm with Councilman Kemper leading Council and guests in the pledge of allegiance to the flag.
MINUTES: Councilman Kemper made a motion, seconded by Councilwoman Thompson to approve the minutes of the August 3, 2004 regular meeting. Roll Call: All Aye.
COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMITTEE REPORTS:
Finance Committee: Councilman Downey reported there is no change and we still look on target for the end of the year.
Mr. Downey mentioned he has read the paper and spoke with people regarding the issues concerning WestSchool. The Commissioners have asked to buy West and the school board has refused to sell it to them. The
commissioners would like to move the seniors from a 100 year old building to a 50 year old building. The senior citizen building has no elevators or handicap access. The health department would also like to move
into the old WestSchool and then Community Action could expand. Mr. Downey stated this makes no sense to him. Three places would like this building but the school board isn’t willing to sell. Mr.
Downey stated he would like the school board to be more forth coming with reasons and possibly have an open discussion.
Personnel Committee: Councilman Kemper had no report.
Street Committee: Councilman Kempton reported the street committee met on Monday to discuss traffic concerns regarding North Street. Mr. Kempton stated they discussed the road width regarding turn lanes and
parking and placing an officer at the intersection. The Police Dept. has the authority to bag meters if the need arises. Mr. Kempton mentioned for now there will be no changes, the traffic will be watched to see if
changes need to be made in the future.
Zoning Committee: Councilman Jones had no report.
Recreation Committee: Councilman Blakeman had no report.
Public Service Committee: Councilwoman Thompson had no report.
Councilwoman Thompson made a motion, seconded by Councilman Blakeman to hire Sean Withrow full time for the Water Dept. at a starting rate of $10.55 per hour. Roll Call: All Aye.
Councilwoman Thompson made a motion, seconded by Councilman Blakeman to hire Brian Anderson as a part time police officer at a starting rate of $10.04 per hour. Roll Call: All Aye.
MAYOR’S REPORT:
Mayor Kelly made a proclamation that August 17, 2004 would be Geoff Grimes Day. Mr. Kelly stated Geoff Grimes a recent graduate of WaverlyHigh School won first place at the state level in
the shot put. Mr. Kelly mentioned Geoff has an exceptional track career and this is a fabulous accomplishment and we are very proud of him. Mr. Grimes thanked his coaches for all they have done for him.
Fire Chief Randy Armbruster was presented with a plaque for 25 years of service and thanked for all of his hard work.
OLD BUSINESS:
Councilman Kemper made a motion, seconded by Councilman Kempton to read Ordinance # 61-2004 by title only. Roll Call: All Aye.
Councilman Blakeman made a motion, seconded by Councilwoman Thompson to amend # 4 in the rules & regulations attachment to Ordinance # 61-2004, to allow for sales all week. Roll Call: All Aye.
Ordinance# 61-2004 (3rd Reading) – To grant permission to hold a Farmer’s Market in Canal Park, in the City of Waverly, State of Ohio. Councilman Blakeman read Ordinance # 61-2004 by title only and
made a motion, seconded by Councilman Kemper to approve Ordinance # 61-2004. Roll Call: All Aye.
Councilman Kemper made a motion, seconded by Councilwoman Thompson to read Ordinance # 65-2004 by title only. Roll Call: All Aye.
Ordinance # 65-2004 (3rd Reading) – To grant authority to double the fines in Mayor’s Court for moving, traffic and seatbelt violations of the Waverly City Ordinances which occur on the federal holidays and to grant authority to the necessary department(s) to post signs to notify persons of the doubling of the fines.
Councilman Jones read Ordinance # 65-2004 by title only and made a motion, seconded by Councilman Kemper to approve it. Roll Call: Kemper & Reed Aye. Blakeman, Thompson, Downey, Kempton,
Jones: Nay.
Discussion: Councilman Downey stated he was still apposed to this Ordinance and believes this looks like another increase. Councilman Kempton stated locally there are no signs that indicate this is a practiced
deterrent. Chief Roe stated there seems to be fewer violations on holidays and he really doesn’t have any statistics but the highway patrol has also seen fewer violations on holidays.
Mayor Kelly stated he thought the Ordinance would be a good idea for a deterrent but, it won’t make or break the Police Department.
Councilman Kemper made a motion, seconded by Councilman Kempton to read Ordinance # 73-2004 by title only. Roll Call: All Aye.
Ordinance # 73-2004 (2nd Reading) – To authorize the rates, charges and other service terms and conditions for service provided by Pike Natural Gas Company in the City of Waverly. Councilman Jones read
Ordinance # 73-2004 by title only for the second reading.
NEW BUSINESS:
Resolution # 74-2004 (1st Reading) – The Ohio Public Works Commission, an agency of the State of Ohio, requires all political subdivisions within its jurisdiction to prepare, approve and submit an infrastructure inventory and five-year plan on an annual basis.
Councilman Jones read Resolution # 74-2004 in its entirety for the 1stReading.
Discussion: Nathan Davis explained: We do this every year, we submit an application for infrastructure improvements and one requirement for the application is an infrastructure assessment and five year plan.
The assessment is a rough estimate and general condition of our roads & water & sewer lines and repair and replacement cost. The five year plan is a statement stating our capitol improvement plan for the last two
years and expected plan for the next three years. This gives OPWC an idea of what to look forward to.
Ordinance # 75-2004 (Emergency) – To prevent a safety hazard by installing no left turn signs on Ford Avenue at US 23 (Emmitt Ave.) During the hours of 6 am to 6 pm. Councilman Kempton read Ordinance # 75-2004 in
its entirety and made a motion, seconded by Councilman Blakeman to approve it as an emergency. Roll Call: All Aye.
Discussion: Councilman Kempton asked if a time limit could be placed on the sign. Chief Roe stated after 6 pm left turns were no longer a problem.
Engineer Bob Gausman stated he didn’t see a problem with placing a time frame on the sign and if it doesn’t work we can come back to Council to have the Ordinance changed.
Ordinance # 76-2004 (Emergency) – To change the current speed limit to twenty (20) miles per hour in the new Waverly City Schools “school boundaries” and in the additional three hundred feet (300) from
either side of the “school boundaries” zone for safety purposes and in compliance with Ohio Revised Code section 4511.21. Councilwoman Thompson read Ordinance # 76-2004 in its entirety and made a motion,
seconded by Councilman Kemper to approve it as an emergency. Roll Call: All Aye.
AUDITOR’S REPORT: Auditor Harvey Whaley stated things seem to be running smooth.
Councilman Downey made a motion, seconded by Councilwoman Thompson to pay the bills. Roll Call: All Aye.
Councilman Downey made a motion, seconded by Councilman Jones to adjourn to executive session for a personnel matter. Roll Call: All Aye.
Councilman Blakeman made a motion to adjourn from executive session and return to regular session. Roll Call: All Aye.
Councilman Kempton made a motion, seconded by Councilwoman Thompson to accept the job description of Asst. Safety Director. Roll Call: All Aye.
Councilman Kemper made a motion, seconded by Councilman Downey to add Ordinance # 77-2004 to the agenda. Roll Call: All Aye.
Ordinance # 77-2004 (Emergency) – To amend Ordinance # 10-2004 the amended Wage Ordinance for the City of Waverly for the year 2004. Councilman Kemper read Ordinance # 77-2004 in its entirety and made a motion,
seconded by Councilman Kempton to approve it as an emergency. Roll Call: All Aye.
Safety Director Randy Armbruster made a recommendation that Richard Henderson be hired as the Asst. Safety Director.
Councilman Kemper made a motion, seconded by Councilwoman Thompson to hire Richard Henderson as the Asst. Safety Director at a rate of $16.20 per hour. Roll Call: All Aye.
Councilman Blakeman made a motion, seconded by Councilwoman Thompson to adjourn. Roll Call: All Aye.
SEPTEMBER 7, 2004
Councilwoman Thompson made a motion, seconded by Councilman Kemper to appoint Councilman Lynn Downey as acting President. Roll Call: All Aye.
PRESENT: Councilwoman Joyce Thompson, Councilmen Jack Jones, Forest Blakeman, Lynn Downey, Roger Kemper, and Greg Kempton. Mayor Bill Kelly.
President Dale Reed and Auditor Harvey Whaley were excused.
The meeting was opened at 7:00 pm with Councilman Kempton leading Council and guests in the pledge of allegiance to the flag.
MINUTES: Councilman Kemper made a motion, seconded by Councilman Jones to approve the minutes of the August 17, 2004 regular meeting. Roll Call: All Aye.
FINANCE REPORT: Councilwoman Thompson made a motion, seconded by Councilman Kemper to approve the July 2004 finance report. Roll Call: All Aye.
COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMITTEE REPORTS:
Finance Committee: Councilman Downey stated we are still looking good and it looks as if we will be okay at the end of the year.
Personnel Committee: Councilman Kemper had no report.
Street Committee: Councilman Kempton stated he has received complaints regarding pot holes on 220 by Depot Rd. Mr. Kempton asked if some patch could be put in the holes.
Mr. Kempton stated he is looking at the loading and restricted spaces on North Street & Market Street. Mr. Kempton mentioned he has mapped out all of the parking and would like to look at reorganizing the
parking. Mr. Kempton stated he needs to speak with the business owners prior to making any decisions.
Zoning Committee: Councilman Jones had no report.
Recreation Committee: Councilman Blakeman had no report.
Mr. Blakeman stated he supported the Commissioners trying to obtain WestSchool for the seniors and thinks this would be something great for the seniors.
Mr. Downey stated the hearing is tomorrow and he hopes the government bodies can resolve the situation without putting a lot of money into attorney fees.
Public Service Committee: Councilwoman Thompson had no report.
AUDIENCE PARTICIPAITION:
Euggle Robertson from BristolVillage spoke regarding the vacation of 3rd, 5th and 7th Streets in BristolVillage. Mrs. Robertson provided a map with the landscaping for each street. She stated some asphalt may need to be torn up and the areas will have drainage, trees and perennials will be planted, and BristolVillage will take care of maintaining the areas. Mrs. Robertson mentioned there will be an easement for the farmers to access the fields from 7th Street. Mrs. Robertson stated that now is the time of year to be planting and they need to be able to get started as soon as possible.
Mayor Kelly stated in order to vacate these streets we have to have Council approval. Mr. Kelly recommended that someone from Council speak with the farmer prior to the Ordinance going on the agenda. Mayor Kelly
asked if the vacation could be done in one reading. Marie Hoover stated she didn’t see why there would be a problem with one reading.
Councilwoman Thompson made a motion, seconded by Councilman Jones to approve some excavating and moving dirt for the vacation of 3rd, 5th and 7th Streets. Roll Call: All Aye.
MAYOR’S REPORT: Mayor Kelly reported the City lost a good man, Damon Corwin passed away this week. Mr. Kelly asked that his family be remembered in prayer.
Mr. Kelly stated MRDD is facing financial challenges. Director Jeff Noble has made some changes in the programs and is saving approx. $600,000.00. Mr. Kelly stated there will be a levy on the ballot in November and
he would like to see City Council endorse the levy.
Councilwoman Thompson made a motion, seconded by Councilman Kempton to endorse the MRDD levy on the November 2nd ballot. Roll Call: All Aye.
OLD BUSINESS:
Councilman Kemper made a motion, seconded by Councilman Kempton to read Ordinance # 73-2004 by title only. Roll Call: All Aye.
Ordinance# 73-2004 (3rd Reading) – To authorize the rates, charges and other service terms and conditions for service provided by Pike Natural Gas Company in the City of Waverly. Councilman Kemper read
Ordinance # 73-2004 by title only and made a motion, seconded by Councilwoman Thompson to approve it. Roll Call: All Aye. Kempton: Abstain.
Discussion: Councilman Blakeman asked what the general purpose is for this Ordinance. Mayor Kelly stated it targets larger users and would allow for cost breaks for the larger user instead of using rules of
PUCO. This will allow Pike Natural Gas and the City to work together and save the City money. Mr. Kelly mentioned this agreement in the future will allow for incentive packages for negotiating lower rates and this is
something other counties can’t do right now.
Councilman Downey stated Pike Natural Gas wants to be competitive with alternative sources of heat. Mr. Downey mentioned this gives the City some authority, that previously Columbus had and this has nothing to do with the
general public.
Councilman Blakeman asked have they done anything to alleviate the large increase in gas cost last winter. Councilman Downey stated natural gas is the same as gasoline; they have to pass the cost on.
Councilman Kempton stated this will give discounts to the large user so they will use natural gas as their primary source of energy.
Resolution # 74-2004 (2nd Reading) – The Ohio Public Works Commission, an agency of the State of Ohio, requires all political subdivisions within its jurisdiction to prepare, approve and submit an infrastructure inventory and five-year plan on an annual basis.
Councilman Blakeman made a motion, seconded by Councilman Jones to read Resolution # 74-2004 by title only for the 2nd reading. Roll Call: All Aye.
Councilman Blakeman read Resolution # 74-2004 by title only for the 2nd reading.
NEW BUSINESS:
Resolution # 78-2004 (Dispense 2nd & 3rd) – To authorize the Mayor and Auditor to execute a modification to general construction contract # CW0203 (Ford Avenue Reconstruction Project); in the form
of Change Order # 12 attached. Councilman Kempton read Resolution # 78-2004 in its entirety and made a motion, seconded by Councilwoman Thompson to approve it. Roll Call: All Aye.
Discussion: Nathan Davis explained the change is due to additional pavement removal. Auditor Whaley has stated we have enough money in the fund to cover the change.
Ordinance # 79-2004 (1st Reading) – To grant the Mayor and/or Auditor of the City of Waverly to enter into a contract with American Electric Power to grant a franchise to American Electric Power to construct, maintain, and operate lines and appurtenances and appliances for conducting electricity in, over, under, and through the streets, avenues, alleys, and public places in the City of Waverly.
Councilwoman Thompson read Ordinance # 79-2004 in its entirety for the 1st reading.
Discussion: Nathan Davis asked if there was any conversation to place more electric underground than overhead. Mayor Kelly stated AEP knows that is our desire.
Resolution # 80-2004 (Emergency) – To authorize the Auditor to transfer $50,000.00 from the General Fund to the Police Fund. Councilman Jones read Resolution # 80-2004 in its entirety and made a motion, seconded
by Councilman Blakeman to approve it as an emergency. Roll Call: All Aye.
AUDITOR’S REPORT: Auditor Harvey Whaley was excused.
Councilman Kemper made a motion, seconded by Councilwoman Thompson to pay the bills. Roll Call: All Aye.
Councilman Blakeman made a motion, seconded by Councilwoman Thompson to adjourn. Roll Call: All Aye. Kemper: Nay
.SEPTEMBER 21, 2004
PRESENT: President Dale Reed, Councilwoman Joyce Thompson, Councilmen Jack Jones, Forest Blakeman, Lynn Downey, Roger Kemper, and Greg Kempton. Mayor Bill Kelly and Auditor Harvey Whaley.
The meeting was opened at 7:00 pm with Dennis Cunningham leading Council and guests in the pledge of allegiance to the flag.
MINUTES: Councilman Kemper made a motion, seconded by Councilwoman Thompson to approve the minutes of the September 7, 2004 regular meeting. Roll Call: All Aye.
COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMITTEE REPORTS:
Finance Committee: Councilman Downey reported financially we are doing quite well according to the tax receipts.
Mr. Downey stated in February it will be time for petitions for the November election; the last time council ran there was no opposition.
So this could mean one of two things, either everyone is pleased with the job we are doing or we are paid entirely too little. The City pays council $100 a month the surrounding cities pay:
Portsmouth: Council Pres. $100 -- Council $ 50 per month
Circleville: Council Pres. $5445 – Council $4950 per year
Jackson: Council Pres. $4500 – Council $4200 per year
Chillicothe: Council Pres. $5000 per year with health benefits
Mr. Downey asks that Council be considered for a raise and that the issue be placed in the Personnel Committee.
Mr. Downey encouraged people to come to council and also encourage people to run for council.
Personnel Committee: Councilman Kemper made a motion, seconded by Councilman Downey to hire Tisha Shoemaker as the Mayors Court Administrator to begin on September 22, 2004 at a rate of $11.72 per hour.
Councilman Kemper made a motion, seconded by Councilman Jones to hire Tim Knight as a full time street laborer at a rate of $10.08 per hour. Roll Call: All Aye.
Councilman Blakeman asked if Tim being hired was a conflict of interest because he is Dean Knight’s uncle.
Dean stated he had spoken with Bob Cross from Cross Management and he said there shouldn’t be a problem with hiring his uncle, he is not considered immediate family.
Councilman Kemper made a motion, seconded by Councilman Kempton to hire Nathan Francis as part time extra laborer at a rate of $ 7.28 per hour. Roll Call: All Aye.
Street Committee: Councilman Kempton stated he would like to clarify the confusion regarding rearranging the parking spaces around North Street.
Councilman Jones asked if we are going to keep the two spaces in front of the library. Mr. Kempton stated the parking would be kept in front of the library.
Zoning Committee: Councilman Jones had no report.
Recreation Committee: Councilman Blakeman had no report.
Public Service Committee: Councilwoman Thompson made a motion, seconded by Councilman Kemper to hire Travis Holden as a part time dispatcher at a rate of $8.99 per hour. Roll Call: All Aye.
MAYOR’S REPORT: Mayor Kelly stated he was happy to report the school traffic issue has not been a problem. Mr. Kelly mentioned he was glad council was able to take a wait and see
approach.
Mr. Kelly stated the homecoming parade would be on Wednesday at 7pm.
Mr. Kelly thanked Mr. David Ganey and Mr. Buck from AEP for their $1400.00 donation to the new ball park.
Mr. Kelly mentioned we need to be open minded and take into consideration the levy on the ballot for the Health Department and all other issues and levies.
Mayor Kelly stated he had met with Bob Gausman and Dean Knight concerning the paving project. There were no bids received. The streets that will be paved will be 2nd Street from Boyer to Clough and in BristolVillage, Wendy Lane, Ramble Road and Cardinal Circle. Mr. Kelly stated he feels all of the streets can be completed if the weather permits.
Chief Roe introduced Ritchie Henderson the newly hired Asst. Safety Director.
City Engineer Bob Gausman asked Council for money to pay BBS Corporation for possible needed construction administration on the turn lanes on US 23. Mr. Gausman stated he didn’t think the cost would exceed $5500.00
Councilman Downey ask if BBS would have to have the entire $5500.00 for there work. Mr. Gausman stated $5500.00 is the maximum BBS thought the cost would be.
Councilman Downey made a motion, seconded by Councilman Kempton to allow for $2500.00 to be spent toward BBS Corporation for construction administration on the turn lanes on US 23. Roll Call: All Aye.
Mr. Gausman stated we have living in the City a retired ODOT inspector. Mr. Gausman asked if Council would permit him being hired to over see the US 23 turn lane project to make certain the contractor is doing his
job. Mr. Gausman asked that he be paid $10.00 per hour. Mr. Gausman mentioned there has been trouble on recent jobs and he hopes the inspector could help alleviate these problems. Mr. Gausman stated he
didn’t believe he would require any more than $1500.00 for the entire project.
Councilman Kempton made a motion, seconded by Councilman Kemper to hire Robert Patrick as a construction inspector at a rate of $10.00 per hour. Roll Call: All Aye.
OLD BUSINESS:
Councilwoman Thompson made a motion, seconded by Councilman Kemper to read Resolution # 74-2004 by title only for the third reading. Roll Call: All Aye.
Resolution # 74-2004 (3rd Reading) – The Ohio Public Works Commission, an agency of the State of Ohio, requires all political subdivisions within its jurisdiction to prepare, approve and submit an infrastructure inventory and five-year plan on an annual basis.
Councilwoman Thompson read Resolution # 74-2004 by title only and made a motion, seconded by Councilman Jones to approve it. Roll Call: All Aye.
Councilman Kempton made a motion, seconded by Councilwoman Thompson to read Resolution # 79-2004 by title only for the second reading. Roll Call: All Aye.
Ordinance # 79-2004 (2nd Reading) – To grant the Mayor and/or Auditor of the City of Waverly to enter into a contract with American Electric Power to grant a franchise to American Electric Power to construct, maintain, and operate lines and appurtenances and appliances for conducting electricity in, over, under, and through the streets, avenues, alleys, and public places in the City of Waverly.
Councilman Downey read Ordinance # 79-2004 by title only for the second reading.
City Engineer Bob Gausman asked council to consider removing the stop signs on Clough Street at WestSchool. Mr. Gausman stated the signs were only related to the operation of the school.
Councilman Blakeman made a motion, seconded by Councilwoman Thompson to remove the stop signs on Clough Street associated with WestSchool. Roll Call: All Aye.
Mr. Gausman also asked council to consider removing one or more of the stop signs at Cherry and Third Streets by NorthSchool. This issue was placed in the Street Committee for further review.
NEW BUSINESS:
Salt Bid Opening:
North American Salt $35.34 delivered per ton
Morton Salt $45.43 delivered per ton
Cargill Deicing Tech. $40.96 delivered per ton
Central Salt, LLC No Bid
Councilman Blakeman made a motion, seconded by Councilwoman Thompson to award the salt bid to North American Salt Company. Roll Call: All Aye.
Resolution # 81-2004 (Dispense 2nd & 3rd) – To authorize the Mayor and Auditor to apply for funding in regards to the West North Street Reconstruction Project Phase II, and if awarded to enter into
agreement with Ohio Public Works Commission to carry out an agreement to implement said programs. Councilman Blakeman read Resolution # 81-2004 in its entirety and made a motion, seconded by Councilman Jones to
approve it. Roll Call: All Aye.
Ordinance # 82-2004 (Dispense 2nd & 3rd) – To vacate a part of the right of way associated with “Third Street”, in Bristol Village retirement community, in Waverly, Ohio. Councilman Jones read
Ordinance # 82-2004 in its entirety and made a motion, seconded by Councilman Kemper to approve it. Roll Call: All Aye.
Ordinance # 83-2004 (Dispense 2nd & 3rd) – To vacate a part of the right of way associated with “Fifth Street”, in Bristol Village retirement community, in Waverly, Ohio. Councilman Kempton read
Ordinance # 83-2004 in its entirety and made a motion, seconded by Councilman Jones to approve it. Roll Call: All Aye.
Ordinance # 84-2004 (Dispense 2nd & 3rd) – To vacate a part of the right of way associated with “Seventh Street”, in Bristol Village retirement community, in Waverly, Ohio. Councilman Kemper
read Ordinance # 84-2004 in its entirety and made a motion, seconded by Councilwoman Thompson to approve it. Roll Call: All Aye.
Resolution # 85-2004 (Dispense 2nd & 3rd) – To approve the anticipated revenue received and effective tax rates on current levies as determined by the CountyBudget Commission. Councilman
Downey read Resolution # 85-2004 in its entirety and made a motion, seconded by Councilman Jones to approve it. Roll Call: All Aye.
AUDITOR’S REPORT: Auditor Harvey Whaley reported we received the second half of the real estate tax which was $196,115.00, the General Fund received 26,325.00, Bridge & Street $23,376.00, Fire $35,497.00 and
Police 110,915.00. Mr. Whaley stated at this point most of the departments are doing well.
Councilman Kempton made a motion, seconded by Councilman Downey to pay the bills. Roll Call: All Aye.
Councilman Blakeman made a motion, seconded by Councilman Kempton to adjourn. Roll Call: All Aye.
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