Mayor Bryan Shock called the May 9, 2019 Village of Attica Council meeting to order at 7:33 PM.
Roll Call: Nate Frisch, George Yakoubian, Justin VanAlstine, Louie Sanders, Ed Treft, and Kirk Stanfield
Others present: Village Administrator Greg Martin
Approval of Warrants: Motion by Councilman Yakoubian, seconded by Councilman VanAlstine to approve the warrants for payment. Vote: 6-0. Motion carried.
Approval of Minutes: Motion by Councilman VanAlstine, seconded by Councilman Yakoubian to approve the minutes. Vote 6-0. Motion carried.
Written & Oral Communication: Pool Manager Glea Herr announced that there is now a Facebook page for the pool, “Attica Swimming Pool.” She also reported that chlorine has been ordered, and she passed her certification class. She is now a Certified Pool Operator. Herr also asked about lifeguard recertification classes and who pays for them. There are classes coming up at the YMCA.
Mayor Shock stated that he assumes recertification reimbursement will work the same as the initial reimbursement.
Councilman Frisch stated that he spoke to Mallory Beamer’s father and he found the canceled check for the class that she is owed a reimbursement.
Public Safety: Councilman Yakoubian discussed how the committee meeting went. They went over the levy results and what our options are from here. We can go without a police department, we could decide to bring in a new chief, we can ask for another levy and hire services from the Sheriff, or we could enact an income tax. Yakoubian estimates we would still need to come up with approximately $74k-$76k to hire an officer. It would also require another levy, potentially about a 6MIL levy.
Councilman Stanfield inquired about the unencumbered balance in the police fund now. He suggested hiring someone part time during only peak needs. Yakoubian advised that we could look at something like that, but we would also need a supervisor. Without a supervisor, he could potentially be considered the chief. We can’t hire another chief while one is laid off. Yakoubian advised that could explore more options with the Sheriff and OHSP regarding those peak times and traffic control. It was published in the paper that more presence would be seen on 224.
Streets & Properties: Village Administrator Greg Martin reported that he was contacted by ODOT and informed that the Village signed a contract in 1993 agreeing that the Village would maintain state highways within the Village. They have been letting it slide some, but it is now being enforced under new administration. ODOT has identified several locations to repair on Route 4. The Village would be required to pay for materials only. Martin estimates it would take at least 193 tons and around $11,000 to complete the project. If we choose not to carry the cost of repairs now, we would be facing a potential resurfacing cost 6-8 years from now.
Motion by Councilman Frisch, seconded by Councilman Sanders to pay the approximate $11,000 to pay for materials of the State Route 4 maintenance, as done by ODOT. Vote 6-0. Motion carried.
Parks: Councilman Frisch reported that there is a meeting on 5/14 at 7pm at the Legion to discuss the Veterans Memorial Park. The public is welcome to attend or input and questions. Village Administrator Greg Martin advised that Charlene Watkins worked at Village Hall on the grant application. Mayor Shock advised that he will take copies of the lease to be recorded. Martin also advised that part of the scoreboard at Myers Park blew off during high winds. The Village crew picked it up and took it back to the shop, in case anyone is looking for it.
Trees: Tree Committee Member Lance Drummond reported that he has been in touch with Stephanie, and the Buckeye tree that has been in question is potentially a record for height, and not girth. If it’s not a record, it’s very close and it’s in excellent condition. The Tree Committee’s recommendation is to leave the tree standing. There is too much history around it, and there may be a plaque ordered to display some of that history. Drummond also reported he has a list of trees to plant and will start at the center of town, working out. He also has a tree planting class coming up that he will attend. Drummond has notice a few more dead trees recently, so he’s eager to get more planted.
Fire: had meeting paid bills
EMS: had meeting paid bills
Cemetery: none
Personnel: none
Zoning Commission: none
Finance & Rule: Cash balance of all funds $1,136,187.99. April Bank Reconciliation and Utility Adjustment Reports were reviewed and approved. The unofficial outstanding debt total was read at $4,813,600.05.
Water & Sewer: none
Village Website & IT: Village Administrator Greg Martin asked if the AEP report link was on our website. Councilman Yakoubian confirmed it is, under the Streets & Property section.
Unfinished, Old Business and New Business: 2 nd read of ORD 2019-8: an ordinance establishing rate of pay for seasonal Village employees and seasonal admission rates. A lot of discussion as had regarding the meeting held to discuss levy results prior to the regular meeting. Resident Lance Drummond voiced his opinion that the Village should have done a better job at making the levy topic simpler and talking to more residents about it. Councilman Yakoubian stated that he felt he did his part in passing out information, and residents also have the option to read the newspaper or read Council Meeting Minutes online.
Councilman Stanfield presented a packet of information to resident Lynn Love, intended to be passed to resident Deb Briggs, regarding electorate rights to petition the government.
Next meeting: Thursday, May 23, 2019 at 7:30PM.
Motion by Councilman Frisch, seconded by Councilman VanAlstine to adjourn the meeting. Time: 8:23 PM. Vote: 6-0. Motion carried.
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Mayor Bryan Shock Fiscal Officer Michelle Gullett
