The Board of Hocking County Commissioners met in regular session this 19th day of June 2018 with the following members present: Jeff Dickerson, Sandra Ogle and Gary Waugh.

MEETING: The meeting was called to order by President Dickerson.

MINUTES: Motion by Gary Waugh and seconded by Sandra Ogle to approve.

Vote: Ogle, yea, Dickerson, yea, Waugh, yea.

AGENDA: Motion by Jeff Dickerson and seconded by Gary Waugh to amend agenda and show Ben Fickel at 10:00 AM.

Vote: Ogle, yea, Dickerson, yea, Waugh, yea.

GARY SILCOTT, TRACY SHOULTS, AND GRETCHEN GREGORY:

Gary Silcott discussed the USDOT BUILD Grant. Commissioner Ogle said she was confused she thought they were only agreeing to look into the BUILD grant. The commissioners said they didn’t know if they could agree to loan 21.7 million dollars. Gary stated they will reimburse it monthly so he doesn’t understand why you need 21.7 million dollars. It’s 100% grant.

Commissioner Waugh commented we are down to pennies on the budget so 21.7 million dollars is a lot. Gary said you can back out at any time. Gary said it’s an awesome experience and awesome chance to get some work done.

Bill Kaeppner asked if there would be interest on the loan. Gary Silcott said no.

Sue Morgan asked if the grant could change with different legislators.

Gary Silcott commented it was worth taking a shot.

JOY DAVIS:

Joy Davis introduced the new APEG President, Tom Poorman.

Commissioner Waugh and Tom discussed the possibility of making Hocking County more marketable. Tom stated the process is not easy and it is an issue everywhere.

Beth Lanning asked for a business card from Mr. Poorman.

BEN FICKEL:

Ben Fickel requested an AC unit be installed on the 2nd floor of the Prosecutor’s Office. He requested to purchase one for $199.99.

Motion by Gary Waugh and seconded by Sandra Ogle to approve request.

Vote: Ogle, yea, Dickerson, yea, Waugh, yea.

CERTIFICATION OF ESTIMATED PROPERTY TAX REVENUE:

Motion by Gary Waugh and seconded by Sandra Ogle to approve the Certificate of Estimated Property Tax Revenue from Auditor Ken Wilson for the Jobs and Family Services 2018 Levy.

Roll Call Vote: Ogle, yea, Dickerson, yea, Waugh, yea.

ENGINEER:

Motion by Gary Waugh and seconded by Sandra Ogle to approve application for approval of underground construction on Hocking County right-of-way 1248 Homer St/Cty Rd 1057 in Logan/Falls Twp.

Vote: Ogle, yea, Dickerson, yea, Waugh, yea.

APPROPRIATION TRANSFER:

Municipal	-	$37,475.27 from other expense G13-05 to transfers G13-06

Common Pleas	-	$1500.00 from TT73-01 salaries to TT72-03 supplies/other

Motion by Gary Waugh and seconded by Sandra Ogle to approve.

Vote: Ogle, yea, Dickerson, yea, Waugh, yea.

SEWER:

Commissioner Ogle read a resolution from the Hocking County Sewer Department adjusting the fee charged for county sewer services. The Hocking County Commissioners modified the amount to be charged per residential tap from $42.00 to $45.00 a 7.14% increase per month. This is effective July usage due August 20, 2018.

Motion by Gary Waugh and seconded by Sandra Ogle to approve.

Roll Call Vote: Ogle, yea, Dickerson, yea, Waugh, yea.

PUBLIC COMMENT:

Beth Lanning asked questions regarding the new sewer rates.

Sue Morgan asked if the county was taking a loss by not increasing the rates. Sandy said no, costs are just going up.

President Dickerson acknowledged employees from Hocking County ODOT. Sean made a comment about a brake sign being posted on US33. He stated that a resolution would have to go through the township trustees before they can put up a sign.

ADJOURNMENT Motion by Gary Waugh and seconded by Sandra Ogle.

Vote: Ogle, yea, Dickerson, yea, Waugh, yea. All yea, motion carried.

Rose Marshall, Clerk
Board of Hocking County Commissioners
This is to certify that the above is the true action taken by this Board of Hocking County Commissioners at a regular meeting of the Board held on June 19, 2018.
Rose Marshall, Clerk	Jeff Dickerson, President