MR. MINAMYER moved to adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION G-0748
Resolution Directing Notice Be Given For the
Removal, Repair, or Securance of a
Structure Declared Unfit for Human Habitation
And Condemned By the District Board of
Health of Hamilton County
WHEREAS, the structure located at 9558 Union Cemetery Road in Symmes Township, Hamilton County, Ohio has been determined by the District Board of Health of Hamilton County to be unfit for human habitation and has therefore been condemned; and
WHEREAS, Section 505.86 of the Ohio Revised Code and Resolution G-8706 of the Symmes Township Board of Trustees authorize and provide for procedures for the removal, repair or securance of any building or structure which has been deemed unfit for human habitation by the District Board of Health of Hamilton County; and
WHEREAS, in a Notice dated October 30, 2006, attached hereto as Exhibit A and incorporated herein by reference, the District Board of Health of Hamilton County condemned the dwelling located at 9558 Union Cemetery Road, providing that re-inspection would be required before the dwelling could be re-inhabited; and
WHEREAS, in a letter dated May 2, 2007, attached hereto as Exhibit B and incorporated herein by reference, Chief Fire Prevention Officer Otto J. Huber notified the individual believed to have a power of attorney for the subject property of such notice of condemnation, explaining that if corrective actions were not taken, Symmes Township may remove the building; and
WHEREAS, no action has been taken by the owner to remove, repair or secure the building on the subject property.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Trustees of Symmes Township, Hamilton County, Ohio:
Section 1. .Ohio Revised Code Section 505.86 and Symmes Township Resolution G-8706 are hereby invoked with respect to the property located at 9558 Union Cemetery Road (Hamilton County Auditor Parcel No. 620-0070-0065-00).
Section 2. The Township Administrator, with such assistance of the Township Law Director as the Administrator deems appropriate, is hereby authorized and directed to take such necessary action to notify the owners and other holders of legal or equitable liens of record in said real estate, on behalf of the Board of Trustees of Symmes Township, that the structure declared to be unfit for human habitation by the District Board of Health of Hamilton County must be removed, repaired or secured within thirty (30) days. Said notice shall be given in accordance with the requirements of R.C. 505.86 and Symmes Township Resolution G-8706.
Section 3. If the structure is not removed, repaired or secured within the allotted time in a manner satisfactory to the District Board of Health of Hamilton County, the Township Administrator is hereby authorized and directed to proceed to procure bids for the removal of the structure, and then to forthwith proceed with the removal of said structure and the collection of the total costs incurred for such removal, all in accordance with Symmes Township Resolution G-8706.
Section 4. This Resolution shall take effect on and after the earliest period allowed by law, following the filing of this Resolution with the Symmes Township Fiscal Officer.
Section 5. It is hereby determined that all formal actions of the Board of Trustees relating to the adoption of this Resolution were taken in an open meeting of the Board of Township Trustees and that all deliberations of such Board of Trustees were in meetings open to the public, in compliance with all legal requirements, including Section 121.22 of the Ohio Revised Code.
Mr. Bryant seconded the motion and the roll call vote was as follows: Mr. Minamyer - 'aye'; Mrs. Wagner - 'nay'; Mr. Bryant - 'aye'.
Mr. Minamyer moved to adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION G-0749
Resolution Declaring the Necessity and
Intention to Appropriate/Acquire Ownership Interest of
Property Located Near Safety Service Center
WHEREAS, the Board of Township Trustees of Symmes Township, Hamilton County, Ohio, deems it necessary and in the best interest of the Township to acquire certain property; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees has determined that it is necessary to acquire the underlying ownership interest of two “orphaned” parcels of property located near the Safety Service Center; and
WHEREAS, the two such parcels appear to be remnants of prior subdivisions and neither such parcel support any use except for the assemblage with adjacent parcels which have already been acquired to support the Safety Services Center; and
WHEREAS, the property is being appropriated/acquired in order to unify ownership and in furtherance of the assemblage of necessary property for the necessary Safety Service Center operations; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees of Symmes Township is authorized pursuant to Revised Code Sections 511.11, 163.05, 719.01-719.21, inclusive, to appropriate such property; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees has determined that it is necessary at this time to proceed with the acquisition of the real estate ownership interest in the real property hereinafter described in order to accomplish the goals for the public use of said property.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Trustees of Symmes Township, Hamilton County, Ohio that:
Section 1. It is the intent of the Board of Trustees of Symmes Township to appropriate for public use the underlying ownership interest of the real property listed and identified on Exhibits “A” and “B”, and incorporated herein by reference, appropriating such property which is necessary in the public interest connected to right-of-way acquisition.
Section 2. The purpose of said taking of interest in the real estate described herein above is for the public use, to-wit: For the purpose of unifying ownership and in furtherance of the assemblage of necessary property for the necessary Safety Service Center operations.
Section 4. The Township Administrator, in cooperation with the Township Law Director, is hereby authorized and directed to cause written notices of the adoption of this Resolution to be given to the owners, persons in possession, or persons having an interest of record in the premises described on the attached Exhibit “A”. Said notices shall be served according to law by persons so designated and such persons shall make return of service in a manner provided by law.
Section 5. At any time subsequent to the effective date of this Resolution and prior to the passing of a Resolution to Appropriate, the Township Administrator, with the cooperation of the Township Law Director, is authorized to offer to purchase the real property interests of the real estate described in this Resolution at such price as shall not exceed the fair market value of the property as determined by a competent real estate appraiser retained by the Board of Trustees of Symmes Township.
Section 6. The Trustees of Symmes Township upon majority vote do hereby dispense with the requirement that this Resolution be read on two separate days, and hereby authorize the adoption of this Resolution upon its first reading.
Section 7. This Resolution shall take effect on and after the earliest period allowed by law, following the filing of this Resolution with the Symmes Township Fiscal Officer.
Section 8. It is hereby determined that all formal actions of the Board of Trustees relating to the adoption of this Resolution were taken in an open meeting of the Board of Township Trustees and that all deliberations of such Board of Trustees were in meetings open to the public, in compliance with all legal requirements, including Section 121.22 of the Ohio Revised Code.
Mrs. Wagner seconded the motion.
MR. BECKMAN explained that there are two small slivers which are not claimed by anyone and this resolution allows for the Township to take ownership.
The roll call vote was as follows: Mr. Minamyer - 'aye'; Mrs. Wagner - 'aye'; Mr. Bryant - 'aye'.
MR. BECKMAN suggested the Board hold a special meeting on December 6 in order to present the toys from Operation Santa to the Marine Corp.
MR. MINAMYER moved to hold a special meeting on December 6, 2008 at 4:00 p.m. for the purpose of presentation of toys from Operation Santa to the Toys for Tots program. Mrs. Wagner seconded the motion and the roll call vote was as follows: Mr. Minamyer - 'aye'; Mrs. Wagner - 'aye'; Mr. Bryant - 'aye'.
MR. BECKMAN stated he would like direction from the Board regarding improvements to Meade property such as the parking lot and restroom.
MR. MINAMYER noted the Township does have a commitment to the Symmes Historical Society for the completion of the parking lot and restroom.
MR. BRYANT stated he would like to see this table to next month in order to further review the estimated cost for this project, as well as available park funds.
The Board had no objection to tabling this discussion to the December meeting.
MR. MINAMYER stated the Township's health insurance is up for renewal.
MR. BECKMAN advised that Hamilton County has elected to go with Humana instead of Anthem for health insurance. Mr. Beckman stated the Board needs to decide which option the Board will offer to the employees.
MR. MINAMYER moved to continue offering the "POS" option to the Township employees. Mrs. Wagner seconded the motion and the roll call vote was as follows: Mr. Minamyer - 'aye'; Mrs. Wagner - 'aye'; Mr. Bryant - 'aye'.
MR. BECKMAN questioned if the Board wished to accept the final report developed on Symmes history.
MR. MINAMYER stated this report was requested in order to assist in the development of the wording on the proposed plaques at the Blong Memorial Park. Mr. Minamyer recommended that the Board accept this report and direct the Ad Hoc Blong Park Committee be asked to review this report and develop the wording. The Board had no objection to this recommendation.
MR. MINAMYER questioned if the Board would like to take a position regarding the proposed fees for Hamilton County Public Works. Mr. Minamyer recommended that a letter opposing these proposed fees be prepared for signature by the Board. The Board had no objection to this recommendation.
Mr. Minamyer advised that several residents have requested that "Caution Deer" signage be considered for installation as required within the Township.
MRS. WAGNER stated this would require signage throughout the Township and felt that it was not required.
MR. BRYANT stated he understands the need for signage, but also agrees with Mrs. Wagner.
MR. MINAMYER stated it appears the Board is not in agreement with the requested signage.
Mr. Minamyer moved to authorize the reimbursement of expenses to attend the Ohio Township Association's Winter Convention (January 30 - February 2, 2008) in Columbus for Trustees, Fiscal Officer, Township Administrator and Assistant Fiscal Officer. Mrs. Wagner seconded the motion and the roll call vote was as follows: Mr. Minamyer - 'aye'; Mrs. Wagner - 'aye'; Mr. Bryant - 'aye'.
Mr. Minamyer moved to approve the following transfers:
a. Transfer of $1,600.00 from 11-C-3 to 11-A-12
b. Transfer of $2,000.00 from 1-A-27 1-B-7
c. Transfer of $16,000.00 from 11-C-3 to 11-C-4
d. Transfer of $10,000 from 1-A-27 to 1-B-1
e. Transfer of $5,000 from 9-A-12 to 9-A-8
f. Transfer $2,000 from 3-B-2 to 3-A-7
g. Transfer $1,500 from 23-A-9 to 23-A-6
Mr. Bryant seconded the motion and the roll call vote was as follows: Mr. Minamyer - 'aye'; Mrs. Wagner - 'aye'; Mr. Bryant - 'aye'.
MR. MINAMYER moved to authorize the Township Administrator to enter into an agreement with Rainbow Environmental for asbestos testing at 11887 Lebanon Road and to approve an expenditure (Then & Now) in the amount of $490.00. Mr. Bryant seconded the motion and the roll call vote was as follows: Mr. Minamyer - 'aye'; Mrs. Wagner - 'aye'; Mr. Bryant - 'aye'.
Mr. Minamyer moved to authorize the Township Administrator to enter into an agreement with Rainbow Environmental for the removal of asbestos from 11887 Lebanon Road and to approve the expenditure in the amount of $380.00. Mrs. Wagner seconded the motion and the roll call vote was as follows: Mr. Minamyer - 'aye'; Mrs. Wagner - 'aye'; Mr. Bryant - 'aye'.
Mr. Minamyer moved to authorize amendments to Permament Appropriations as follows:
a. 1-A-10 from $70,000 to $125,000
b. 20-A-8 from $88,984.00 to $92,484.00
c. 9-A-7 from $1,000.00 to $2,000.00
d. 23-A-9 from $5,000.00 to $8,500.00
e. 14-A-4 from $6,500.00 to $7,700.00
Mr. Bryant seconded the motion and the roll call vote was as follows: Mr. Minamyer - 'aye'; Mrs. Wagner - 'aye'; Mr. Bryant - 'aye'.
Mr. Minamyer moved to approval a Change Order No. 1 with Hendy, Inc. for the Lebanon Road Sidewalk Project in the net amount of $15,759.00 and to approve said additional expenditure as Then & Now. Mrs. Wagner seconded the motion and the roll call vote was as follows: Mr. Minamyer - 'aye'; Mrs. Wagner - 'aye'; Mr. Bryant - 'aye'.
MR. MINAMYER moved to approve the following expenditures:
a. Additional expenditure (Then & Now) in the amount of $235.00 for relocating server at the Safety Center
b. Expenditure in the amount of $634.09 for 4th Quarter drug restock
c. Expenditure in the amount of $2,395.47 for 4th Quarter ambulance supplies
d. Expenditure in the amount of $797.50 for the purchase of plastic helmets for fire prevention
e. Expenditure (Then & Now) in the amount of $2,772.00 for the replacement of a fuel tank for E15
f. Additional expenditure (Then & Now) in the amount of $169.04 for consultant fees on Lebanon Road Sidewalk Project
g. Expenditure in the amount of $1,899.04 for duct cleaning at the Administration and Service Department buildings
h. Expenditure (Then & Now) in the amount of $13,242.22 for August legal services
i. Expenditure in an amount not to exceed $1,000.00 for the purchase of a portable radar unit
j. Expenditure in the amount of $3,522.00 for the installation of ice and water shield on the roof at the Safety Center
k. Expenditure (Then & Now) in the amount of $1,200.00 for the purchase of printer for fire department
Mrs. Wagner seconded the motion and the roll call vote was as follows: Mr. Minamyer - 'aye'; Mrs. Wagner - 'aye'; Mr. Bryant - 'aye'.
MR. MINAMYER moved to establish December 4, 2008 at 6:45 p.m. as the date for the annual Records Commission. Mr. Bryant seconded the motion and the roll call vote was as follows: Mr. Minamyer - 'aye'; Mrs. Wagner - 'aye'; Mr. Bryant - 'aye'.
The Board had no objection to the liquor license transfer from MAJ Food, Inc., dba Ameristop Food Mart, 9390 Loveland Madeira (45242) to Mikbob Investments, LLC., dba Remington Market, 9390 Loveland Madeira (45242).
The Board had no objection to the liquor license transfer from Fondue Inc., dba Melting Pot, 11023 Montgomery (45249) to Southeast Fondue, LLC., 11032 Montgomery (45249). |
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