February 20, 2007
Record of Proceedings
Millersport Village Council met in regular session on Tuesday February 20, 2007 at 7:30 PM in the Municipal Building. In attendance were Mayor Dean Severance, Sandra Lines, President Pro Tem, Kenneth Brotherton, David Levacy, Charles Mesko, and Assistant Fiscal Officer Vincent Popo. Also present were Charles Prince, Matthew Bergum, Michael Bergum, Karen Bergum, Paul Detty, Zaryl Stamford, Edward Arledge, William Arnett, Gilbert Arnold, Michael Carder, William Yates and Carol King.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was said and roll call was taken. All of the members of council were present.
Mayor Dean Severance complimented Gilbert Arnold on the removal of the snow and street maintenance. Many of the members of the community have complimented the street and the Fire department for their hard work.
William Arnett the new Economic Development Director has been in office for approximately two months. He feels that the Route 37 corridor is important for development. Mr. Arnett stated that there are two sources of money available for Fairfield County. There is a maximum loan amount of $100,000 and that can be used for businesses and manufacturing companies. There are also low income loans and state and federal grants. The timetable for loan approval is about four to six weeks and the CDBG grants take six to eight weeks. Six loans were issued in 2006 and the goal for 2007 is to process 10 loans. A weekly radio show is on 90.9 FM with information about loans. The show is on Thursdays at 9:15 in the morning.
Michael Carder and Zaryl Stamford from GGC gave a progress report on the Water Plant construction project and the sewer study. Crace Construction completed the well water and finished after lines. The second well test was also completed on Well #2 and that went very well. The flow was approximately 2,200 gallons per minute. GGC feels that the village has two superb wells. The wells have been rated 1 ½ times. Crace excavated for the clean wells at twelve feet deep. They have also dug the foundation and footers. They have a 300 day construction time frame and are behind schedule because of the weather. They plan to make up the time once the weather breaks.
Issue II money for Phase I has been approved at the rate of a $100,000 grant and $100,000 no interest loan. This is a free loan mostly from state monies.
The contract between the village and GGC has expired and is up for renewal. It is a one year contract with a $350.00 retainer fee that is used for CDBG applications.
The sewer study has increased in scope. There is the possibility serving more customers because of talks with Licking county water and wastewater. The study will take an additional three months to complete and an additional $2,750.00 in costs. Currently the sewer plant is Class III and the village does not want to be a Class IV. Depending on peak flow and projected growth the sewer plant can handle approximately 140 homes. GGC’s goal is to have a plan that will be good for twenty years.
A motion to appoint Sandra Lines as President pro tem was made by Councilman David Levacy and seconded by Councilman Charles Mesko. All voted yes and the motion carried 6-0.
Minutes of January 9, 2007 were read. A motion to accept the minutes made by Councilman David Levacy and seconded by Councilman Kenneth Brotherton. All voted yes and the motion carried 6-0.
Committee Reports
The Safety Committee met at 6:30 pm on Tuesday February 20, 2007. Members present were Dean Severance, Gary Matheny, Sandra Lines and David Levacy. Also present were Vincent Popo, Gilbert Arnold, William Yates, and Police Chief Edward Arledge. The goal of the committee is add four officers at ten hours each per week. The hours are to be designated fornights. There was discussion that hours in the summer would be more than the winter months. Chief Arledge is to take applications and attempt to hire experienced officers. The General Fund would supplement the Police department. The police levy is to generate approximately $37,000.
Old Business
The pool was discussed and plans were made to begin collecting membership at a reduced rate to have operating money.
The dock fees are to remain at $250.00 and letters will be sent home to last year’s residents. Payment will be collected by the village.
Chief William Yates gave an update on the fire contract and was not very optimistic. The township has hired a private attorney and the trustees have not signed the contract. Chief Yates would like to contact a fire attorney named Larry Bennett from Cincinnati and put him on retainer. The discussion revolved around the issues with fire protection and what is in the best interests of all the township residents. A joint resolution was issued by the mayor and council stating opposition to any and all efforts to alter the operation of the Millersport Fire Department by Walnut Township.
Bills were presented for payment as attached. A motion to pay the bills was made by Councilman David Levacy and seconded by Councilman Kenneth Brotherton. All voted yes and the motion carried 6-0.
A motion to adjourn was made by Councilman David Levacy and seconded by Councilman Kenneth Brotherton. All voted yes and the motion carried 6-0.