Pledge

President James Stewart called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm with the Pledge of Allegiance. 

Roll Call:

Roll call indicated that Trustees Michael Parker and James Stewart were present, Trustee Scott Leber was absent. Also present was Phillip David, Fiscal Officer/Zoning Inspector and Road Superintendent David Kelley.

Minutes

Mr. Parker moved to approve the minutes for the October 20^th, 2022 meeting, Mr. Stewart seconded the motion. Roll was called, with all present answering yes, motion to accept the minutes was approved.

Guests  

Oxford Township resident Nick Speer was present at the meeting.

Zoning Report:

Mr. David reported that he had issued a permit to Edward Ohlemacher, 5002 West Mason Road, Sandusky, Ohio for a free-standing sign.

Road Superintendent:

Mr. Kelley reported that they had done some crack sealing in Margretta Township and were scheduled, weather permitting, to come to Oxford Township and finish crack sealing here. He said hopefully he was going to finish the road side mowing for the last time this next couple weeks.

Mr. Kelley reported that he had serviced the Freightliner Truck getting it ready for the winter season ahead.

Trustees:

Mr. Leber – was absent.

Mr. Parker – reported that the Erie County Township Association Christmas Dinner will be held at Quarry Hill Winery, Berlin Heights, Ohio, on December 8, 2022 beginning at 6:00 pm. 

Mr. Stewart – reported that he had approached several area contractors about installing the inside wall in the new building dividing off one bay from the rest of the building. This bay will be insulated and coated with metal siding on the inside and heated so it could be used for working on the road equipment or to keep equipment warm during the harsh winter months.

Mr. Stewart questioned whether anyone was planning on going to the Ohio Township Association Winter Conference. After some discussion, Mr. Stewart moved that anyone going to the Township Convention, that room and meal expenses be paid by the Township, Mr. Parker seconded the motion. Roll was called, with all present voting yes, motion carried.

Fiscal Officer

Mr. David reported that the cost of providing the electric for the emergency sirens continues to rise, he said when the sirens was first installed it would cost $35.00 a month for both sirens. He said this past month the electric cost for both sirens was $178.89. Mr. David said on top of that the Township was responsible for upkeep should the sirens need repair.

There was discussion, Mr. Parker moved that cost for the sirens be taken out of the Fire and Rescue, Ambulance and EMS Fund, Mr. Stewart seconded the motion. Roll was called, with all those present answering yes; motion carried.

Communications

Communications were reviewed

Old Business

There was no old business to discuss.

New Business:

Mr. Parker moved to pay the bills in the amount of $10,043.79, Mr. Stewart seconded the motion. Roll was called, with all present answering yes; motion carried.

No further business, Mr. Parker moved the meeting be adjourned.

Approved:

James W. Stewart, President                  Phillip M. David, Fiscal Officer