The regular meeting of the Rootstown Township Trustees opened at 5:30 p.m. on June 28, 2011. Those in attendance were Trustees Brett Housley, Bonnie Howe and Diane Dillon, JoAnn Townend, Fiscal Officer, Captain Duffy, Bill Hahn, Jim Mahood, Van Black, and Julie Gonzales.

Resolution No. 2011-102 – Motion was made by Diane Dillon and seconded by Brett Housley to accept the minutes of June 14, 2011. Upon roll call the vote as follows: Diane Dillon, yea, Bonnie Howe, abstained, Brett Housley, yea.

ROAD SUPERINTENDENT REPORT

Bill reported the culvert pipe has been replaced on Wilkes Road. They will asphalt the crossover this week.

200 foot of pipe was installed on Lynn Road.

The Road Crew is in the process of repairing August Drive, Homestead Road and Gerland Circle.

Bill is in the process of getting meters backflowed.

Cemetery

There was one full burial on June 16th.

Bill said a resident contacted him to see if the Trustees would accept payments for pre-sale cemetery lots. The Board agreed not to accept payments because there are plenty of lots available.

Park

The grass is growing around the new pavilion.

Grindings have been moved for the Community Yard Sale on July 9th.

The grills have been installed at the park.

Bill still hasn’t heard from the builder (Classical Construction) regarding replacing the shingles on the new pavilion. A letter was sent and he has until July 1st to replace them.

Bill said a homing pigeon is living in one of the pavilions, making a mess. He will contact a gentleman on Biltz Road who owns pigeons.

Bonnie invited the resident who is requesting to be buried with her infant son that died in 1973 to a Board meeting to discuss this issue with the Trustees.

The Road Crew still needs to complete the health benefits online applications.

The Board discussed the reflective sign policy. Bill will review the information Bonnie gave him.

ZONING INSPECTOR REPORT

There were eight (8) acts of business.

1. 2 additions to home
2. 1 deck
3. 3 swimming pools
4. 2 accessory buildings
5. 1 shed

Jim reported that six (6) violation letters were sent.

The Trustees acknowledged the receipt of the June 20, 2011 letter of resignation from Amanda Lewis, Rootstown Zoning Commission, effective July 1, 2011.

Jim reported Steve and Jill Anderson were approved for their variance for an addition to their home at Muzzy Lake.

Diane and Jim will meet on Tuesday to discuss the spots for the yard sale.

Jim notified Woodie Goodnight, who manages Angelo’s Pizza regarding being in violation with the banners hanging on the building. Mr. Goodnight was present and says he needs to advertise his business; particularly to the southbound traffic. Jim said he is at the maximum allowance allowed and would be in compliance if the banners would be taken down after business hours. Jim said he could apply for a variance with the Zoning Board of Appeals. Mr. Goodnight agreed to complete the application.

Mr. Goodnight also asked permission to have a rib-cook-off from July 1st – 4th. Wayne Paulus who was also present owns a temporary trailer and will be cooking the ribs. The trailer will be placed on the property for the holiday weekend only. The Board agreed Jim will write a letter approving the temporary trailer during the July 4th holiday weekend only.

Brett said the Zoning Commission has been discussing two (2) issues - grass nuisances and temporary vendors.

FIRE CHIEF REPORT

Captain Duffy reported they received the agreement with the City of Ravenna regarding dispatching. The agreement would be in effect from July 1, 2011 through July 1, 2013. We currently pay $15,000.00 per year. The new agreement would be:

2011	$2,581.00 per call	$23,229.00 estimated per year
2012	$2,710.00 per call	$ 24,390.00 estimated per year
2013	$ 1,328.45 per call	$ 25,605.00 estimated per year

These amounts would be based on how many calls are received yearly. JoAnn will send the agreement to Chris Meduri for review.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

Brett reported Chris Meduri is still reviewing Senate Bill 5.

NEW BUSINESS

JoAnn received an e-mail from Dave McIntyre, President of the Hot Stove requesting permission to purchase an ice machine to place in the concession stand at the park. He would like it up and running for the tournaments coming up in July. Mr. McIntyre said the machine would be professionally installed. After discussion the Board had several concerns such as if a license plumber would be installing it, who would be responsible for the electricity and is the well water good enough to drink? The Board agreed that the request is not possible for the time request for this season, but perhaps next spring. Brett agreed to contact Mr. McIntyre.

FISCAL OFFICER

Resolution No. 2011-103 - Motion by Diane Dillon and seconded by Bonnie Howe to pay bills on file with the Fiscal Officer. Upon roll call the vote as follows: Diane Dillon, yea, Bonnie Howe, yea, Brett Housley, yea.

Resolution No. 2011-104 – Motion was made by Diane Dillon and seconded by Bonnie Howe to set a public hearing for the 2012 tax budget on Tuesday, July 12, 2011 at 5:15 PM at the Town Hall. Upon roll call the vote as follows: Diane Dillon, yea, Bonnie Howe, yea, Brett Housley, yea.

Resolution No. 2011–105 - Motion by Diane Dillon to adjourn at 7:05 p.m.

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Brett Housley
Chairman

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JoAnn Townend
Fiscal Officer