Chairman Seliskar called the regular meeting to order at 7:05 pm with the following members present: Trustees Adams, Kothera and Seliskar, and Erik Mirossay Zoning Inspector. Also present were residents Pat Jonath and Cy Zion. Ann Wishart of the Geauga Maple Leaf was also in attendance. Fiscal Officer Saunders was absent due to her attendance at the Local Government’s Conference in Columbus.
The proper papers were notified.
Due to the absence of the Fiscal Officer the following action was taken:
RESOLUTION # 2007-022
Minute Taking
A motion was made by Trustee Seliskar and seconded by
Trustee Adams to appoint Trustee Kothera to record the
Meeting minutes.
Roll Call:
Yes
No
Kothera
X
Seliskar
X
Adams
X
Motion Unanimously Carried
The minutes of the March 20, 2007 meeting were reviewed and the following action taken.
RESOLUTION # 2007-023
Approval of Minutes
A motion was made by Trustee Seliskar and seconded by
Trustee Adams to approve the minutes of the March 20, 2007
meeting as presented.
Roll Call:
Yes
No
Kothera
X
Seliskar
X
Adams
X
Motion Unanimously Carried
FINANCIAL REPORT:
Fiscal Officer Saunders presented bills, vouchers, purchase orders and warrants for board approval.
RESOLUTION # 2007- 024
Approval of bills for payment
A motion was made by Trustee Adams and seconded by
Trustee Seliskar to approve for payment bills submitted.
Voucher # 593 through Voucher # 627 as presented.
Roll Call:
Yes
No
Kothera
Abstain
Seliskar
X
Adams
X
Motion carried
Trustee Kothera abstained due to related parties’ issues.
RESOLUTION # 2007-025
Amended Appropriations
A motion was made by Trustee Seliskar and seconded by
Trustee Adams to approve Amended Appropriations as
Presented for the year 2007. Exhibit A.
Roll Call:
Yes
No
Kothera
X
Seliskar
X
Adams
X
Motion Unanimously Carried
RESOLUTION # 2007-026
Approval for Conference
A motion was made by Trustee Seliskar and seconded by
Trustee Adams to approve Fiscal Officer Saunders attendance
At the Local Government Conference April 3 & 4, 2007. All
Legal expenses will be approved and paid by the township.
Roll Call:
Yes
No
Kothera
X
Seliskar
X
Adams
X
Motion Unanimously Carried
ZONING REPORT:
Zoning Inspector Erik Mirossay updated trustees on inquiries made, activities of the zoning office and actions taken.
March 20- Apr 2
Signed off on revised plans for Montessori School
Lucian Nardi looking into lot split for 2 new homes 12234 Madison Rd.
Shelia from Howard Hanna called reference power lines
Issue driveway permit #1032DW Dan Stutzman Country Crossroads School 11919 Hunt Rd.
Permit #1033 issued to Bill W. Byler Chardon Windsor Road for an addition
Permit #1034 issued to Roland Fisher for a new home
App for new home given to Marlin Miller 16786 Madison Rd.
A notice from The OhioEPA to a Mrs. Nagy about a grocery salvage store was received and reviewed.
The Geauga County Planning Commission sent an email notifying us of a Forum on Transfer of Development Rights. If will be held on Friday, April 13 1-4 pm at the Levin College.
The Planning Commission also sent the Annual Estimates of the population by counties in Ohio. Table 1 & Table 2 show an increase in Geauga County from July 1 2000 to July 1 2006.
A letter was received from the owners of Vista hearing strongly objecting to our request they get a permit for their home occupation.
MAINTENANCE REPORT:
Roads:
Maintenance crews have been completing standard maintenance for this time of year. Roads have been graded and graveled as needed; flood control has been maintained as well. Several tons of gravel have been spread. Mulch has been spread on all flowerbeds and work has begun in the cemetery as well as the park. Crews have gotten a good head start on spring projects.
Estimates have been received for road repairs in the Windmill Point Subdivision. The preliminary cost of Stillwell Road is $165,000.00 and Windmill Point Road is $190,000.00.
As crews were spreading gravel an electric line made contact with the truck at 15323 Princeton Road. The wire went across the road from a house to a barn. The residence belongs to Janet Haueter and a bill was received from the Haueters for $291.85 for repairs made by Merryfield Electric. The Haueters will be notified that we are not responsible for the repairs.
Spring Cleanup Day will be May 5th starting at 7:00 am and continuing until 11:00 am or filled.
TOWN HALL:
We received a brochure from American Alert concerning alarm monitoring. They will be asked to send a representative to a meeting.
OLD BUSINESS:
Cy Zion and Pat Jonath were present to see where the Board of Trustees stood and to seek their support in opposing the First Energy proposal of placing a 138KV Power line down state route 528. The proposal will cut properties in half and remove homes that are in the pathway. Trustees attended a special meeting held on March 31 at 9:00 am at the Montville Community Center.
A copy of the letter sent by Thompson Trustees to the Ohio Power Siting Board was received and reviewed.
Letters will be drafted and sent to the Ohio Power Sighting Board opposing the Clay Street and State Route 528 Routes after trustees attend more meetings to discuss alternate routes. The following letter will be sent to First Energy.
Mr. Anthony Alexander
CEO
First Energy Corporation
76 South Main Street
Akron, Ohio 44308
Dear Mr. Alexander,
As elected township trustees of Huntsburg Township we are writing this letter to express the serious concerns and strong opposition our residents have raised over the proposed 138kV transmission line that will pass through Huntsburg Township. The construction of this proposed transmission line raises much concern for the health, safety and welfare of our residents. Not to mention the financial loss and displacement from their homes. We urge you to use extreme caution when you choose a corridor for this transmission line.
We feel the corridor should impact the least amount of residential property and persons. Our residents as well as the members of this board feel there is a serious safety issue involved and this proposal sends far to much power through a residential area.
Huntsburg Township Board of Trustees will attend meetings with Thompson and Montville trustees as well as Senator Grendell, Representatives Dolan and LaTourette and hopefully a representative from First Energy to find an alternate route that will offer the least amount of impact on a residential area.
We thank you for your time and consideration in this matter. The trustees may be reached as follows: Clark Adams (440) 635-0018, Nancy Kothera (440) 636-5498 and Peter Seliskar (440) 636-5597.
Copies to be sent to Mia Moore First Energy, Ted Krauss First Energy, Geauga County Commissioners,
Senator Grendell, Rep. Dolan, Rep. LaTourette
A Letter from Jeff & Lucile Walters referring to the power line in close proximity to Walter’s Lake was received along with emails from other family members.
NEW BUSINESS:
Trustee Adams reported on the Health District Advisory Council Meeting he attended on March 29th. The meeting focused on the new rules and regulations for septic systems. The approximate cost of the new systems will run homeowners $28,000.00 per unit. Senator Grendell is trying to delay this action for 2 years. The new rules are in effect. A copy of the Proposed 2008 budget was received and discussed.
The friends of Auburn Career Center are seeking an endorsement for the .58 mill Bond Issue that will be on the May 8 Ballot.
RESOLUTION # 2007-027
Auburn Career Center
A motion was made by Trustee Adams and seconded by
Trustee Kothera to endorse the .58 Mill Bond Issue for
Auburn Career Center.
Roll Call:
Yes
No
Kothera
X
Seliskar
X
Adams
X
Motion Unanimously Carried
CORRESPONDENCE:
A copy of the Grassroots Clippings dated April 2007 was given to each trustee
A copy of the NOACA Planning for Greater Cleveland Transportation for Livable Communities Initiative was received for review. A TLCI Workshop is planned for April 5 & 12 at the NOACA Office.
Proposed Power line meeting mailer was received.
Workers Comp Seminar scheduled by Frank Gates. Since we are not having a problem I do not feel it is necessary to attend at this time.
Newsletter from the Chagrin River Watershed Partners Inc.
The 2007 Schedule of Collection events from Geauga Trumbull Solid Waste District was received.
Earth Day Great American Cleanup Project applications were received.
There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 9:00 pm.
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