Village Council

Village of Wellington Council Meeting Minutes Hans Schneider, Mayor Council: Gene Hartman, Council President, William Bogan, Mark Bughman, Helen Dronsfield, Keith Rowland and Guy Wells Council Chambers April 15, 2019 7:30 PM 1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Mayor Schneider called the meeting to order with the Pledge of Allegiance. 2. ROLL CALL Councilman William Bogan – Present Council President Gene Hartman – Present Councilman Mark Bughman – Present Councilman Keith Rowland – Present Councilwoman Helen Dronsfield – Present Councilman Guy Wells – Present Others Present – Mayor Schneider, Village Manager Dupee, Finance Director Hales, Chief Barfield, Clerk of Council O’Brien, Madison Schneider, MSW Director Arntz, Bill Berger, Meredith Meyers, Joel Large 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – Motion by Wells, 2nd by Bughman to approve the minutes from the April 1, 2019 council meeting. Roll call vote was taken with all members voting “yes”. 4. FINANCIAL REPORTS – Motion by Hartman, 2nd by Bughman to approve the expenses and pay the bills. Roll call vote was taken with all members voting “yes”. 101 General Fund $ 37,773.24 208 Permissive Vehicle Tax $ 750.00 211 Cemetery $ 1,600.56 290 Caring Fund $ 400.00 501 Water Fund $ 18,614.84 502 Sewer Fund $ 3,249.32 503 Electric Fund $ 28,354.17 504 Garbage Fund $ 26,015.53 505 Cable TV Franchise Fund $ 1,351.30 508 Consumer Deposit Fund $ 3,732.58 Pay 8 $ 96,124.34 Total $ 217,965.88 5. COMMUNICATIONS FROM MAYOR, COUNCIL, AND VILLAGE OFFICIALS § Mayor Schneider § Law Director Bond - Absent § Chief Barfield – Chief Barfield reported that they had a real test of the siren system the past weekend. He mentioned that the siren notification will alert persons outside of their homes, and is meant to be used in conjunction with the WENS system. He urged residents to sign up for the emergency notification system. § Finance Director Hales – Ms. Hales mentioned that her report was included in the packet and she would be happy to answer any questions. Council congratulated Ms. Hales and her staff on the audit report. § Village Manager Dupee – Mr. Dupee mentioned that his report and those of the Department Heads were included in the packet, and offered to answer questions. He reported that Joel Large from GLWB was in attendance to update council on their fiber improvements, and broadband enhancements throughout the village. § Public Participation – Joel Large from GLWB updated council on the fiber improvements, internet and cable TV upgrades being made throughout the village. Mr. Large answered questions from council regarding the improvements. § Main Street Wellington – Ms. Arntz reported that they have joined into a contest with America’s Main Street organization where communities with the highest amount of votes could win a prize of $25,000. She urged the pubic to vote for Wellington. She mentioned that May 18th is Pride Day, and Main Street was looking for volunteers to help cleanup downtown. She reported on National Small Business Week to be held May 5th through the 11th, and the Gazebo Garden Walk is on May 11th. She invited residents who may be interested in planning the community Christmas event to attend the meeting on April 18th in the south meeting room. 6. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES § Finance – Mr. Hartman reported that the committee met prior to council and discussed month end financials and the RITA report which are showing an upward trend. He congratulated Ms. Hales and her department on the great audit report results. He mentioned that they discussed a lease extension agreement which was on the agenda for a first reading tonight. Motion by Hartman, 2nd by Bughman to increase the Zoning Inspectors salary to $12,500 per year, effective the next full pay. Roll call vote was taken with all members voting “yes”. § Police – Motion by Wells, 2nd by Hartman to promote Ethan Chaperlo to a full time officer, at $21.36 per hour, effective April 27th with a six month probationary period which, after satisfactorily completing he will move to $22.43 per hour. Roll call vote was taken with all members voting “yes”. § Public Works – Ms. Dronsfield reported that the committee will meet on May 6th prior to council. She mentioned that Public Works had begun the W. Herrick waterline project, and reminded residents to be cautious through the construction area. She reminded council that the Cemetery Board would be at the next council meeting for the joint meeting with the Township. § Utility – Mr. Rowland reported that the committee met prior to the council meeting and discussed the pole inventory, and a drain valve installation at the south reservoir. Motion by Rowland, 2nd by Wells to hire Christopher Wade Lamp for seasonal summer help, at a rate of $13.50 per hour, effective May 6th. Roll call vote was taken with all members voting “yes”. § Ordinance – Mr. Bughman mentioned that the committee will meet on May 6th prior to council. § Personnel – Mr. Bogan had nothing to report. 7. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS ORDINANCE NO. 2019-15 AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE VILLAGE MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN EXTENSION ON THE EXISTING LEASE FOR THE OFFICES AT 147 HERRICK AVENUE, AND PROVIDING FOR AN IMMEDIATE EFFECTIVE DATE 1st Reading Motion by Wells, 2nd by Bughman to suspend the rules. Roll call vote was taken with Mr. Hartman abstaining from the vote, and all other members voting “yes”. Motion by Wells, 2nd by Rowland to approve as read. Roll call vote was taken with Mr. Hartman abstaining from the vote, and all other members voting “yes”. RESOLUTION NO. 2019-16 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE VILLAGE MANAGER TO APPLY FOR, ACCEPT, AND ENTER INTO A WATER SUPPLY REVOLVING LOAN ACCOUNT AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE VILLAGE OF WELLINGTON, FOR PLANNING, DESIGN AND/OR CONSTRUCTION OF WATER FACILITIES; AND DESIGNATING A DEDICATED REPAYMENT SOURCE FOR THE LOAN 1st Reading Motion by Hartman, 2nd by Wells to suspend the rules. Roll call vote was taken with all members voting “yes”. Motion by Wells, 2nd by Hartman to approve as read. Roll call vote was taken with all members voting “yes”. 8. OLD BUSINESS - None 9. NEW BUSINESS Spring Leaf Collection – Mayor Schneider reminded residents that Public Works would be collecting leaves this week only. Coffee With the Mayor – Mayor Schneider announced the next Coffee with the Mayor at Bread-N-Brew on April 27th and invited residents to attend. Lady Duke Softball – Ms. Dronsfield reported that the Girls Softball team is 7 & 0 in the PAC. She thanked Bill Berger for the amazing job he does at announcing the games. Mr. Berger mentioned that the boys are 9 & 3 overall. Chamber Fireworks Revers Raffle – Mr. Bughman reminded residents that tickets were still available for the Chamber of Commerce’s reverse raffle for the 4th of July fireworks, and encouraged residents to attend. Ethan Chaperlo Swearing In – Mayor Schneider swore in Ethan Chaperlo as full time Police Officer; Officer Chaperlo was met with applause. 10. ADJOURN – Motion by Bogan, 2nd by Bughman to adjourn at 8:05 PM