CALL TO ORDER:

Trustee Scott Leber called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:

Trustee Scott Leber led the Pledge of Allegiance.

ROLL CALL:

Trustee Leber, Miller, Parker, Fiscal Officer Pelletier, and Road Superintendent Andy Dunlap are present.

Fiscal Officer Pelletier sent out minutes electronically before the meeting for approval.

Mr. Parker moved to approve the minutes, and Mr. Miller seconded the motion. A verbal vote was taken, and the motion passed unanimously.

No Guests were present

A Zoning of Appeals meeting is scheduled for February 27, 2025.

Trustee Scott Leber pursued inquiry about the zoning violations on Patten Tract with Prosecutor Charles Bennett.

Road Superintendent Andy Dunlap had Mr. Doug Galloway repair the pre-strike-off plates for the paving machine. Although Mr. Dunlap intended to have them bent, Mr. Galloway generously replaced them at no cost to Oxford Township.

Gledhill is working on an estimate for a pre-wetting salt applicator for the Freightliner truck next winter. The applicator can reduce salt usage and increase its effectiveness. Trustees will weigh the cost of the applicator against the potential savings in salt and its effective use.

Mr. Dunlap inquired about placing the 2002 International on GovDeals.com for auction.

Mr. Dunlap announced that Groton and Margaretta Townships approved the purchase of a 15k roller from Erie Blacktop, which would cost Oxford, Groton, and Margaretta $5000.00 each. The equipment will be used for paving in each township. It is articulated and will be more effective in rolling short radii and tight areas such as driveways, mailboxes, and intersections.

Trustee Leber:

Trustee Leber reminded Fiscal Officer Pelletier about enrolling in the free Amazon Prime Business program available through the Ohio Township Association.

Mr. Miller inquired about purchasing swings with the 2025 Erie Metro Park Grant if Oxford Township is awarded the funds.

Mr. Parker informed the board that the Blue-Ribbon Committee meeting was an organizing meeting but also discussed insurance for health, liability, casualty, and property.

Mr. Parker suggests that the Oxford Township Facebook Page offers a link to the Blue Ribbon Committee meeting dates.

Fiscal Officer Pelletier is finishing closing fiscal year 2024 through UAN.

FO Pelletier has distributed all tax forms to employees and necessary government entities. The prior FO incorrectly entered Tim Dunlap’s social security number, which required correction.

COMMUNICATIONS:

No communications from Sheriff Sigsworth.

OLD BUSINESS :

NEW BUSINESS:

Oxford Township trustees discussed the Oxford Township fire prevention rules for residents. These rules set forth are stipulations for burning guidelines.

The trustees discussed a letter written by Fire Chief Jett to be sent to an Oxford Township resident responsible for causing a fire in the township.

Scott Leber, Trustee – Chairman _________________________

Melissa Pelletier Fiscal Officer_____________________________