A RESOLUTION TO AWARD THE BID FOR NEWARK GRANVILLE ROAD BIKE PATH IMPROVEMENTS, AS PER SPECIFICATIONS, TO LAYTON COMPANIES, INC. AND TO AUTHORIZE THE VILLAGE MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT THEREFORE
BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of Granville, Ohio that:
Section I: The bid award for Newark Granville Road Bike Path Improvements, as per specifications, be awarded to Layton Companies, Inc. for a total contract price of $86,500.
Section II: The Manager should be and hereby is authorized on behalf of the Village of Granville to enter into an agreement with Layton Companies, Inc. for Newark Granville Road Bike Path Improvements.
Section III: This resolution shall take effect immediately upon passage.
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A RESOLUTION TO RE-APPOINT MEMBERS TO THE BRYN DU GOVERNANCE COMMISSION
WHEREAS, in accordance with Section 2.08(7) of the Charter of the Village of Granville, the Council of Granville, Ohio did by Resolution No. 04-14 create a Bryn Du Governance Commission; and
WHEREAS, the terms of Reed Fraley and Steve Mershon (Granville Area Chamber of Commerce appointees) will expire on April 30, 2005.
BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of Granville, Ohio, a majority of the elected members concurring that:
Section I: Reed Fraley and Steve Mershon be and hereby is re-appointed to the Bryn Du Governance Commission for a three year term, said term to expire on April 30, 2008.
BE IT FURTHER NOTED, that the Bryn Du Governance Commission is appointed as follows:
Granville Village Council:
Appointee Term Expires
Steve Herb April 30, 2007
Keith Myers April 30, 2007
Jurgen Pape April 30, 2007
Granville Township:
Appointee Term Expires
Kim Miles April 30, 2006
Candi Moore April 30, 2006
Granville Area Chamber of Commerce:
Appointee Term Expires
Reed Fraley April 30, 2008
Steve Mershon April 30, 2008
Section II: This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon passage.
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A RESOLUTION TO AWARD THE BID FOR BRYN DU IMPROVEMENTS, AS PER SPECIFICATIONS, AND TO AUTHORIZE THE VILLAGE MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT THEREFORE
BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of Granville, Ohio that:
Section I: The bid award for Bryn Du Improvements, as per specifications, be awarded to the following:
General Contract
Robertson Construction Services, Inc. $151,400
Plumbing Contract
J.D.C. Plumbing; DBA Cramer Plumbing $14,000
HVAC Contract
Mid Ohio Mechanical $14,725
Electrical Contract
Fetter Electrical Contractors, Inc. $14,980
Section II: The Manager should be and hereby is authorized on behalf of the Village of Granville to enter into an agreement with the above contractors for Bryn Du Improvements at a total construction cost of $195,105.
Section III: This resolution shall take effect immediately upon passage.
]]>A RESOLUTION TO AWARD THE BID FOR GROUNDS MAINTENANCE, AS PER SPECIFICATIONS, TO TOP SEED LAWN MANAGEMENT AND TO AUTHORIZE THE VILLAGE MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT THEREFORE
BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of Granville, Ohio that:
Section I: The bid award for Grounds Maintenance, as per specification, be awarded to Top Seed Lawn Management for a total contract price of $1,691/per cut, and $3,089 for mulch installation and landscape maintenance.
Section II: The Manager should be and hereby is authorized on behalf of the Village of Granville to enter into an agreement with Top Seed Lawn Management for 2005 Grounds Maintenance in the Village of Granville.
Section III: This resolution shall take effect immediately upon passage.
]]>A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE NEWARK EARTHWORKS INITIATIVE’S EFFORT TO HAVE A PUBLIC CELEBRATION OF THE NORTHERNMOST RISING OF THE MOON AT OCTAGON EARTHWORKS IN 2005
WHEREAS, the Newark Earthworks site is an internationally recognized archaeological and cultural site, a National Historic Landmark (the highest recognition an historic site can be given by the United States of America) and is featured as one of the Seventy Wonders of the Ancient World in the book of that name edited by Cambridge University archaeologist Christopher Scarre; and
WHEREAS, a major feature of the architecture of the Newark Earthworks is the alignment of Octagon Earthworks to the 18.6 year long lunar cycle; and
WHEREAS, the northernmost rising of the moon, the alignment of which is marked by the principal axis of Octagon Earthworks, occurs only once every 18.6 years, and moonrises that are timely and visually impressive and that approximate that alignment will take place on three dates in 2005; and
WHEREAS, many Native American Indians believe the Newark Earthworks site is a sacred place; and
WHEREAS, a celebration of this event recognizes the achievements of Ohio’s Native American Indians in geometry, astronomy, and architecture; and
WHEREAS, the educational value of the site long has been recognized by Ohio and local educators, with thousands of students already visiting Ohio Historical Society sites in Licking County annually; and
WHEREAS, schoolchildren and their families deserve the opportunity to visit this site on this once-in-a-generation occasion; and
WHEREAS, a celebration of this achievement will continue to bring many local and out of state visitors and tourists to Newark and nearby communities contributing to economic development; and
WHEREAS, enhanced programming and activities at the Newark Earthworks and in the broader community will increase the number and lengthen the stay of tourists and visitors, adding revenue to the local economy through extended occupancy in local hotels, patronage of local restaurants, and other purchases.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved by the Council of Granville, Ohio, that:
Section I: The Council calls upon the Ohio Historical Society and Moundbuilders Country Club to work together to provide access for the general public to Octagon Earthworks on the following three dates, including evening hours through the moonrises on these dates: September 24th, October 22nd, and November 18th.
Section II: The Council declares October 22nd to be designated Newark Earthworks Day in Honor of this culturally and historically significant astronomical event.
Section III: This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon passage.
]]>A RESOLUTION TO AWARD THE BID FOR MISCELLANEOUS ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS, AS PER SPECIFICATIONS, TO ELITE EXCAVATING COMPANY AND TO AUTHORIZE THE VILLAGE MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT THEREFORE
BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of Granville, Ohio that:
Section I: The bid award for Miscellaneous Roadway Improvements, as per specifications, be awarded to Elite Excavating Company for a total contract price of $567,718 (East Broadway improvements = $251,141, Mt. Parnassus improvements = $316,577).
Section II: The Manager should be and hereby is authorized on behalf of the Village of Granville to enter into an agreement with Elite Excavating Company for Miscellaneous Roadway Improvements.
Section III: This resolution shall take effect immediately upon passage.
]]>A RESOLUTION OF UNANIMOUS SUPPORT FOR THE STUDY OF INTERCHANGE IMPROVEMENTS TO STATE ROUTE 16 AND CHERRY VALLEY ROAD INTERSECTION.
WHEREAS, the Licking County Area Transportation Study (LCATS) is seeking the cooperation of Licking County communities for a SR16/Cherry Valley Road Interchange Justification Study (IJS); and,
WHEREAS, the SR16/Cherry Valley Road intersection is Licking County’s highest transportation priority; and,
WHEREAS, related to congestion and crash report data compared to other problem intersections in Ohio, the Ohio Transportation Review Advisory Council (TRAC) does not recognize the SR16/Cherry Valley Road as scoring high enough to receive 100% funding, as requested by an LCATS application for a IJS; and,
WHEREAS, the SR16/Cherry Valley Road intersection currently poses significant regional economic development hindrances to existing land uses and vacant lands.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved by a unanimous vote of the Council of Granville, Ohio, that:
Section I: LCATS needs surrounding community’s assistance and support to initiate the SR 16/Cherry Valley Road interchange justification study.
Section II: The Village of Granville is joining with the communities of Newark and Heath, and the Licking County Commissioners to support the interchange justification study.
Section III: This resolution shall take effect and be in force immediately upon passage.
]]>A RESOLUTION Authorizing the BRYN DU GOVERNANCE COMMISSION TO CREATE A TAX EXEMPT NOT FOR PROFIT CORPORATION
WHEREAS, Council created a Bryn Du Governance Commission (“Commission”) pursuant to Section 2.08(7) of the Charter of Village of Granville in Resolution No. 04-14 (Amended); and
WHEREAS, the Commission was created for the purpose of managing the everyday operations of the Bryn Du property, including, but not limited to, implementing the development plan and any future planning of the Bryn Du property and coordinating with the Village and Township Officials to insure the public purpose remains a priority; and
WHEREAS, the Commission has reviewed the facility/property maintenance and renovation requirements and the increased needs for program and site management; and
WHEREAS, the Commission has determined that the rapid growth in site use will require a different oversight approach, including the active pursuit of philanthropic support and the employment of a part-time Program/Site Manager; and
WHEREAS, in order to maximize the philanthropic opportunities and to protect the Village from the financial obligations of employing a part-time Program/Site Manager, the Bryn Du Commission requested that it become a tax exempt not for profit corporation; and
WHEREAS, the tax-exempt not-for-profit corporation would have its board members appointed by the Village Council, have clearly defined obligations and responsibilities outlined in contractual documents with the Village; and
WHEREAS, the Commission believes the incorporation of a tax exempt not for profit corporation would be appealing to a spectrum of donors; and
WHEREAS, Council finds that the creation of such a tax exempt not for profit corporation would be in the best interest of the Village Granville.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of Granville, Ohio, a majority of the elected members concurring, that:
Section 1. The Bryn Du Commission is hereby authorized to create a tax exempt not for profit corporation consistent with the vision of the Village of Granville as outlined in Resolution 01-14 (Amended).
Section 2. The Bryn Du Commission is authorized to prepare and execute any and all documents necessary to create a tax exempt not for profit corporation.
Section 3. This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon passage
]]>A RESOLUTION ASKING THE GOVERNOR AND THE STATE LEGISLATURE OF OHIO TO ENSURE THAT THEIR BUDGET DOCUMENT PROVIDES ADEQUATE STATE RESOURCES TO HELP SUPPORT THE COST OF DELIVERING ESSENTIAL GOVERNMENT SERVICES AND EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES IN OUR SCHOOL DISTRICT AND COMMUNITY
WHEREAS, the Village of Granville provides a variety of services through our Local Government Funds including police protection, street maintenance an public safety; and
WHEREAS, the Granville Exempted Village School District provides our children with many educational opportunities; and
WHEREAS, the Village Council and the School District understand only too clearly that our state is facing a critical period with revenues down and realize it is growing increasingly difficult to fund all of our public services; and
WHEREAS, the School District depends upon local police protection, fire protection, emergency services, snow removal and street maintenance in order to operate the schools safely and on time; and
WHEREAS, the Village of Granville depend upon quality schools and lifelong learning opportunities to help attract and retain businesses and responsible residents; and
WHEREAS, residents depend upon quality schools and quality local services to ensure growing property values and acceptable quality of life.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF GRANVILLE, OHIO, that:
Section I: The Village Council in cooperation with the Granville Exempted Village School District encourage the Governor and the State legislature of Ohio to ensure that their budget documents provide adequate state resources to help support the cost of delivering essential government services and educational opportunities at current or higher levels. The Village Council feels it is paramount that our legislators maintain the viability of the local government fund as well as fix the impact of House Bill 920, phantom revenue and unfunded mandates.
Section II: It is found and determined that all formal actions of this Council concerning and relating to the adoption of this Ordinance were adopted in an open meeting of this Council and that meetings of any of it committees that resulted in such formal action were meetings open to the public, in compliance with all legal requirement including Section 121.22 of the Ohio Revised code and the Charter of the Village of Granville.
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A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE VILLAGE MANAGER TO SEEK RE-BIDS FOR THE NEWARK GRANVILLE ROAD PATHWAY EXTENSION
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF GRANVILLE, OHIO, that:
Section I: The Manager should be, and hereby is authorized on behalf of the Village of Granville to seek re-bids for improvements to the extension of the pathway along Newark Granville Road.
Section II: This resolution shall take effect immediately upon passage.
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