Pat Taylor addressed the Preble County Commission during “Public Comments”. His topic was the Preble County Fairgrounds and the possibility of the Commission taking control of the property which they hold title to for the citizens of Preble County.  Listen to the audio as his comments reflect a growing concerned view shared with me by other citizens in the county.  The view is that; if there can be an agreement with the Preble County Pork festival that gives that event control over the Fairgrounds for a time period before, during and after the Festival then why can’t a similar agreement be imposed on the Fair Board?  The Fair Board would have control of the Fairgrounds for a three week period before, during and after the Fair.  Pat mentioned an offer from a citizen would hire and pay a professional manager to oversee the Fairgrounds and book events. Pat’s idea is that the Fairgrounds could after that three year period be a financial asset to the County General Fund.  He feels strongly enough that he volunteered to testify on his knowledge of other Redbook violations. 

The county commission has been called on numerous times to spend more taxpayer money on the facilities but currently lacks administrative control over the property. Commissioner Denise Robertson asked about the Ohio Revised Code stating that the fairgrounds would be administered by the county Ag Society.  

Pat is not alone with his views but currently the ultimate responsibility is with the Ag Society members who vote during the election held during the Preble County Fair and elect the Board.

Preble County Commissioners

November 25, 2013

Three Commissioners in attendance

File 1

I. OPEN MEETING

II. CALL OF ROLL

III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

IV. PRAYER

2 minutes – 471 KB

File 2

V. PUBLIC COMMENTS

Pat Taylor

Fair Ground's management issue.

Feels the property is mismanaged.

Listen to the audio as this is worth a listen.

5.5 Minute mark    Feels there is corruption.

Feels county should take back the Fairgrounds. Hire a manager and let the Fair Board have the fair grounds for week before fair until through week after. Like the Pork Festival.

9.5 minute mark on cd  

7.31 minutes – 1.72 MB

File 3

VI. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

NOTE RECEIPT OF & CONSIDER APPROVAL BY SIGNING THE JOURNALIZATION & NOTE RECEIPT OF THE CD RECORDATION BOTH AS THE OFFICIAL MINUTES FOR THE NOVEMBER 20, 2013 REGULAR SESSION MEETING & NOVEMBER 21, 2013 SPECIAL SESSION MEETING

VII. APPROVAL OF VOUCHERS

NOTE RECEIPT OF & CONSIDER APPROVAL BY SIGNING THE VOUCHERS AS SUBMITTED BY THE COUNTY AUDITOR

FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS

A. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF RES. #653-13-163

RE: SUPPLE. APPROPRIATION – DRETAC-PROSECUTOR ($1,250.00); COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS ($2,000.00); PROBATION SVS. ($2,000.00)

B. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF RES. #654-13-163

RE: TRANSFER – VARIOUS DEPTS.

C. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF RES. #655-13-163

RE: AUTH. PAYMENT – SHERIFF ($1,013.16); VETERANS’ SVS. ($1,000.00)

D. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF RES. #656-13-163

RE: AUTH. EXPENDITURE – $7,500.00 FOR THE REPAIR OF THE CASE 1850K DOZER – LANDFILL

CORRESPONDENCE & REPORTS

A. NOTE RECEIPT OF & CONSIDER APPROVAL OF A LEGAL AD, BID SPECS & BID FORM

RE: 2014 AGGREGATE BID – ENGINEER

AGREEMENTS & CONTRACTS

A. NOTE RECEIPT OF AN EXECUTED AGREEMENT

RE: FY13 EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PERFORMANCE GRANT AGREEMENT W/ THE OHIO EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY – $47,543.00 – EMA

B. NOTE RECIEPT OF & CONSIDER APPROVAL BY SIGNING AN AGREEMENT

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RE: COMMUNITY CONTROL/PROBATION SERVICES AGREEMENT W/ THE OHIO DEPT. OF REHABILITATION & CORRECTION – COMMON PLEAS CT.

14.3 Minute mark    Commissioner Wesler called Larry Eubanks and asked him about the Rural Zoning Board and he is going to think about it.

Discussion on grain crusher. Hoping that Ohio State will take another look at it.

18 Minute mark    Becky Sorrell enters room.

22 minute mark on cd  

12.32 minutes – 2.86 MB

File 4

JOB & FAMILY SVS. & CHILDREN SVS. MONTHLY UPDATE

23.25 Minute mark    JFS Report.

Expecting Kelli Ott to talk about the employment of a employee when she arrives.

5342 people on food assistance in October.  Chris estimates 6% of county.

30 Minute mark    Becky – So I asked Kelli to come in today to talk about the employment of a public employee.

EXECUTIVE SESSION TO DISCUSS THE EMPLOYMENT OF A PUBLIC EMPLOYEE

Exit no action taken.

David instructs them to "keep us updated on any changes there"

31 Minute mark    Children's Services report.

This meeting ended at the 40 minute mark.

47 minute mark on cd  

25 minutes – 5.72 MB

File 5

SOLID WASTE & LANDFILL MONTHLY UPDATE

Not reviewed

1 hr. 18 minute mark on cd  

31.02 minutes – 7.1 MB

File 6

Budget discussions.

$37,000 increase – Common Pleas – 016 account mentioned. Attorney fees.

$19,806 increase Municipal Court….

$32,000 increase Board of Elections. Director's payout for retirement in June.

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1 hr.  28  Minute mark   Water truck discussion.

1 hr.  32  Minute mark   Discussion on grants available for Sheriff's ….will be discussed on Wednesday.

Discussion of putting something on the ballot for Sheriff's department.

1 hr. 39.25 minute mark on cd  

21.16 minutes – 4.87 MB

File 7

KATIE WEST – NOTICE OF APPEAL – ZONING APPEALS

Case 4459 before court of appeals….saw mill – 16 years… temporary use permit. Neighbor against it.

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ADJOURN

1 hr. 45.2 minute mark on cd  

5.54 minutes – 1.35 MB