NB Council Meeting Minutes – Nov. 3

NB Council 11-03-15 MINUTES
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VILLAGE OF NORTH BALTIMORE
COUNCIL MEETING
NOVEMBER 03, 2015
MINUTES
I. Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Julien called the meeting to order at 7:30 PM and led the Pledge of
Allegiance.
II. Roll Call:
Mayor Mike Julien-Here, Leslee Thompson-Absent, Aaron Patterson-Absent,
Janet Goldner-Here, Bill Cameron-Here, Rich Rose-Absent, Art Patterson—
Here, Clerk Richard Van Mooy-Here.
Mr. Cameron made a motion to excuse Ms Thompson and Messers Patterson and
Rose. Second by Art Patterson. All approved.
III. Approval of the Minutes:
Motion by Ms Goldner to approve the minutes of the 10-20-15 meeting. Second
by Mr. Cameron. All approved.
IV. Public Participation:
Scott Herrick addressed council on his plans to reopen Harry’s Bar as a sports bar
and rename it The End Zone Bar and Grill. Mr. Herrick is an NB police officer
and he said that the bar would not interfere with his village responsibilities. He
and his partners will eliminate the problems that occurred under past
ownership. They are emphasizing the restaurant side of the business over the
liquor and beer sales.
Bonnie Knaggs presented a list of non-operating street lights. Referred to the PD.
V. Letters and Communications:
None
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VI. Administrative Reports:
Finance Officer: Present. Report Submitted.
Mr. Kirk said that he will report on his research for a replacement utilities billing
printer at the COTW.
Mr. Kirk reviewed other portions of his report. He pointed out to council that he
added the full time EMS Chief’s salary to the pay schedule.
EMS Chief: Present. Report Submitted.
Chief Matthes reviewed his report. He said that the new emergency response pick
up truck is on order. He said that no 2015 was available so a 2016 was ordered.
This will result in a cost increase of about $3000. Funding the difference referred
to COTW.
Fire Chief: Absent. Excused by the mayor. Report Submitted. Chief Matthes
substituted for Chief Francisco.
Chief Matthes said that the new pass doors have been installed at the fire hall.
They are not powered and it was suggested that grant funding should be sought
from the Board of Elections. Mr. Cameron said that we should ask the Board of
Elections if voting can be moved to Council Chambers in order to provide
handicap accessibility.
Ms Goldner asked for an update on the fire hall roof. Ms Murray said that bids
are out and will be opened on 11-23-15.
Police Chief: Absent. Excused by the mayor. Report Submitted. Officer Meyers
substituted for Chief Baer.
Mr. Cameron asked for a follow up on the return of police issued equipment.
Officer Meyers said that all equipment is inventoried and when an officer leaves
all items are returned except for pants. Mr. Cameron asked why we continue to
purchase equipment. He was told replacements are needed due to being damaged
or worn out. Mr. Cameron asked if the village has been keeping up with the
inventory labeling. Mr. Kirk said no. Referred to COTW.
Aaron Patterson arrived at 7:50 PM.
Aaron Patterson asked if the practice of officers taking cruisers home has been
stopped. The mayor said that he stopped after the last council meeting.
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Utility Director Present. Report Submitted.
Supt. Patterson said that he met with USDA last week for the one year warranty
review. Three sink holes are to be repaired and then the project will be complete.
DPW Superintendent: Present. Report Submitted
Aaron Patterson asked Mr. Cameron if the report submitted is adequate. Mr.
Cameron said he was fine with the information provided. Aaron Patterson asked
about the mower replacement needs. He was told that one was in the budget but a
second purchase should be considered.
Aaron Patterson asked if the damaged guardrail at New Maplewood has been
fixed. Supt. Wickard said that the Wood County Engineer’s Office will be in the
village on 11-04-15 to make plans. He will add reflector tape to the rail when it is
installed.
Discussion turned to the damaged guardrail at Bakery Feeds. The consensus of
council was that we have a contract with Bakery Feeds that states that they are
responsible for its repair/replacement. Officer Meyers said that he thought the
Wood county SO investigated the crash when the guardrail was destroyed. It was
speculated that insurance information should be available from the SO.
Village Administrator: Present. Report Submitted.
Aaron Patterson asked why council wasn’t asked to approve advertising for the
Finance Clerk I position. The closing is 11-06-15 so it was decided to be more
mindful of this policy in the future. Ms Murray said that four or five applications
have been received.
Clerk: Present.
Clerk Van Mooy said that council has the opportunity to appeal the liquor license
application for The end Zone. He said that the first step is to verify with the
Police Chief and report to council.
Appointed Legal counsel: Absent.
Mayor: Present.
Mr. Julien said that since no one ran for clerk that council would have to appoint a
new clerk. It was deiced to advertise for the position with the goal of having the
new person selected at the first December meeting. This will allow Clerk Van
Mooy to train the new clerk.
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Ms Goldner made a motion to advertise for a clerk. Applicants should submit a
letter of application to the mayor by 11-18-15. Second by Art Patterson. All
approved. Mr. Cameron asked that Mr. Marcin research if the current council can
appoint the clerk or if the appointment must wait for the new council.
VII. Standing Committees:
Economic and Community Development (Mr. Aaron Patterson)
No Report.
Public Safety (Ms Goldner)
No Report.
A discussion of EMS staffing followed. Chief Matthes suggested that we to
advertise for additional staff now. It was decided that a few more details needed
to be worked out at the COTW. Mr. Julien decreed that a special meeting will
follow to approve the advertising.
Personnel, Policy and Ordinance Review (Mr. Rose)
No report due to Mr. Rose being absent.
Public Works (Mr. Art Patterson)
No Report.
Mr. Cameron reminded council that we should publish our snow street notice.
Referred to Ms Murray.
Public Utilities (Mr. Cameron)
No Report.
Finance and Technology (Ms Thompson)
No Report due to Ms Thompson being absent.
VIII. New Legislation, Resolutions, Motions or Business
Aaron Patterson made a motion to repeal Ordinance 2015-67 per Officer
Kirk’s recommendation. Second by Ms Goldner. All approved.
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Aaron Patterson made a motion that Ordinance 2015-72 be read by number and
title only for the first reading. Second by Ms Goldner
Ordinance 2015-72 read by number and title by the mayor.
ORDINANCE 0215-72 AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING SUPPLEMENTAL
APPROPRIATION ACCOUNTS FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER
31, 2015, PROVIDING EXPENDITURE FROM GENERAL FUND
CARRYOVER
Ms Goldner made a motion that Ordinance 2015-73 be read by number and title
only for the first reading. Second by Art Patterson.
Ordinance 2015-73 read by number and title by the mayor.
ORDINANCE 2015-73 AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING SUPPLEMENTAL
APPROPRIATION ACCOUNTS FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER
31, 2015, PROVIDING EXPENDITURE FROM FEDERAL GRANT
PROCEEDS, GENERAL FUND CARRYOVER
Aaron Patterson made a motion that Ordinance 2015-74 be read by number and
title only for the first reading. Second by Mr. Cameron.
Ordinance 2015-74 read by number and title by the mayor.
ORDINANCE 2015-74 AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING SUPPLEMENTAL
APPROPRIATION ACCOUNTS FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER
31, 2015, PROVIDING EXPENDITURE FROM VARIOUS UTILITY FUND
CARRYOVER
Ms Goldner made a motion that Ordinance 2015-75 be read by number and title
only for the first reading. Second by Mr. Cameron.
Ordinance 2015-75 read by number and title by the mayor.
ORDINANCE 2015-75 AN ORDINANCE TO MAKE APPROPRIATIONS
FOR CURRENT EXPENSES AND OTHER EXPENDITURES OF THE
VILLAGE OF NORTH BALTIMORE, STATE OF OHIO, DURING THE
FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2016
IX. Second Reading of Ordinances and Resolutions
Aaron Patterson made a motion that Ordinance 2015-68 be read by number and
title only for the second reading. Second by Mr. Cameron.
Ordinance 2015-68 read by number and title by the mayor.
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ORDINANCE 2015-68 AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING
SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION ACCOUNTS FOR FISCAL YEAR
ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015, PROVIDING EXPENDITURE FROM PARK
FUND GRANT PROCEEDS.
Ms Goldner made a motion that Ordinance 2015-69 be read by number and title
only for the second reading. Second by Art Patterson.
Ordinance 2015-69 read by number and title by the mayor.
ORDINANCE 2015-69 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 181 OF
THE CODIFIED ORDINANCES OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH
BALTIMORE REGARDING MUNICIPAL INCOME TAX
Ms Goldner made a motion that Ordinance 2015-70 be read by number and title
only for the second reading. Second by
Ordinance 2015-70 read by number and title by the mayor.
ORDINANCE 2015-70 AN ORDINANCE APPROVING THE CREATION OF
A MAYORS COURT COMPUTER FUND, AUTHORIZING CERTIFICATION
OF SAME TO LOCAL GOVERNMENT ENTITIES
X. Third Reading of Ordinances and Resolutions
None
XI. Other New Business
Mr. Cameron asked Mr. Kirk to expedite the utility billing printer.
XII. Other Old Business
None
XIII. Payment of the Bills
Ms Goldner made a motion to put the bills totaling $ 140,773.95 on the Claims
Ordinance. Second by Mr. Cameron. All approved.
Aaron Patterson made a motion to pay the bills totaling $ 140,773.95. Second by
Mr. Cameron. All approved.
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XIV. Adjournment
Aaron Patterson made a motion to adjourn at 8:39 PM.