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We would like to hear our residents’ opinion regarding curbside recycling. Surveys were mailed out last week and we hope to get your feedback by mailing the survey back by October 5. We will use the survey results to determine if curbside recycling is something we should consider in the future for our township. Thank you in advance for your input.

Regular meeting called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Chairman Michael with Trustees Deffenbaugh and Dunn and Fiscal Officer Cofojohn present.

Chairman Michael led all in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance.

Minutes from regular meeting August 27, 2019 were approved as presented.

RESOLUTION #19-­132: Motion by Michael to approve and pay the bills, seconded by Dunn.

Roll Call: Michael-yes, Dunn-yes, Deffenbaugh-yes.

BILLS APPROVED AND PAID:

FISCAL OFFICER REPORT

1. Presented August bank reconciliations and PO’s ad BC’s and miscellaneous correspondence.
2. Reported August receipts were $214,200.68.
3. Reported 2020 Local Government Distribution is estimated to be $35,740.45.
4. Presented Notice of NatureWorks Grant Funding.

RESOLUTION #19-­133: Motion by Michael Whereas Palmyra Township Trustees is the owner of a parcel of land located in Palmyra Township Portage County, Ohio, more particularly described in Exhibit A attached hereto and made part hereof (the “Property”). The owner, Palmyra Township Trustees, acquired the Property by a deed recorded as Instrument Number 200624651 in the deed records of the Office of the Portage County Recorder. Whereas, Palmyra Township has received NatureWorks funds from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources and applied these funds as a match for recreational development.  The NatureWorks project number is PORT-035.  The NatureWorks grant program was established in accordance to House Bill 790 in 1994 and continued with House Bill 215 in 1997.  A copy of the NatureWorks project agreement is kept at the Fiscal Officer’s office at Palmyra Fire Station. Now therefore be resolved Palmyra Township hereby agrees to be bound by the terms of the Grant Agreement as they relate to the Property, including the obligation that the Property identified in Exhibit A must be operated and maintained solely for public recreation or natural resource purposes throughout the Term of the Bond.  The Property cannot be converted in use or title without the prior approval of the Director of the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. seconded by Dunn.

Roll Call: Michael-yes, Dunn-yes, Deffenbaugh-yes.

TRUSTEE REPORTS:

TRUSTEE MICHAEL

1. Nothing to report at this time.

TRUSTEE DEFFENBAUGH

1. Reported that the divorce settlement did not deal with the cemetery deed.  A request was made to give up two graves and exchange them for two graves somewhere else in the cemetery.  The spouse will have to get permission to give up two graves from his ex-spouse.  Trustee Deffenbaugh will contact the requester and give him that information.
2. Presented Life Force Closure Authorizations.

RESOLUTION #19-­134: Motion by Deffenbaugh that we sign and date the closure authorization for run number 18-0161 and forward for non-collection in accordance with Township policy regarding such EMS charges, seconded by Dunn.

Roll Call: Deffenbaugh-yes, Dunn-yes, Michael-yes.

• Requested a note be put on the website to please return your recycling survey ASAP.

TRUSTEE DUNN

1. Reported that 231 residents had responded to the recycling survey so far..

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

ZONING INSPECTOR

1. Written report presented which included zoning issues.

ROAD SUPERVISOR

1. Written report presented which included upcoming projects, completed projects.

FIRE CHIEF

1. Written report presented which included, purchase requests, equipment, personnel and training status..

RESOLUTION #19-­135: Motion by Michael to purchase repairs for turnout gear at a cost of $123.65 from Shamrock Gear Restoration, approve 2011 1st oil change at an estimated cost of $125 from Sarchione Ford and to approve pump testing at an estimated cost of $200 , seconded by Dunn.

Roll Call: Michael-yes, Dunn-yes, Deffenbaugh-yes.

RESOLUTION #19-­135: Motion by Dunn to accept donation of Hurst Tools from the City of Kent and to send them a thank you for the donation, seconded by Michael.

Roll Call: Dunn-yes, Michael-yes, Deffenbaugh-yes.

Fiscal Officer requested to change September 24 meeting.

RESOLUTION #19-­136: Motion by Deffenbaugh to move regularly scheduled 9:30 am September 24 meeting to September 19 at 9:30 am, seconded by Michael.

Roll Call: Deffenbaugh-yes, Michael-yes, Dunn-yes.

Safety Issues

None

Open Communication

None

RESOLUTION #19-137 Motion by Michael to adjourn at 7:51 pm seconded by Deffenbaugh.

Roll Call: Michael-yes, Deffenbaugh-yes, Dunn-yes.

__________________________                                            _________________________________

Henry Michael, Chairman                                                         Kathleen S Cofojohn, Fiscal Officer

_____________________________                                       ___________________________________ James Deffenbaugh, Vice-Chairman                                      Robert Dunn

The Palmyra Trick or Treat and Trunk or Treat events are set for Saturday, October 26, 2019. Trick or Treat will take place from 2:00-4:00 p.m. throughout the township. Trunk or Treat will take place at Palmyra Park from 4:30-5:30 p.m.. If you are planning on passing out candy please arrive between 4:00-4:15 p.m. so that we can safely park your car before the children arrive. The annual children’s Halloween costume contest and other prize giveaways will take place at 5:15 p.m. at the park pavilion. We look forward to seeing you.

The township trustee meeting on Tuesday, August 27 will be moved to 7:00 p.m.. The original scheduled time was 9:30 a.m..

Bid Opening called to order by Chairperson Michael at 7:04 p.m. with Trustees Deffenbaugh and Dunn and Fiscal Officer Cofojohn present.

One sealed envelope was received.

Chairman Michael opened the envelope and read it to the attendees.

S.K. Masonry Services LLC bid $15,064 for masonry work on Cemetery Chapel.

Chairman Michael will contact Portage County Prosecuting Attorney to see how we can proceed.

RESOLUTION #19-106:  Motion by Michael to close the bid opening at 7:07 p.m., seconded by Dunn.

Roll Call:   Michael-yes, Dunn-yes, Deffenbaugh-yes.

___________________________                                __________________________________

Henry Michael, Chairperson                                                     Kathleen S. Cofojohn, Fiscal Officer

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