Perrysburg Township Post

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1 Perrysburg Township Post Wood County, Ohio Established 1823 Volume 6 Issue 1 Winter 2015 We extend a heartfelt New Years greeting to all of you on behalf of all of us at Perrysburg Township. Living here allows individuals access to an assortment of opportunities and the ϐǥ ǡ along with a community of friendly citizens, combine to make Perrysburg Township a great place to live and work. Listed on this page, is pertinent information as you plan for Have a question about services the Township provides? Have a comment on our service provision? Have a suggestion on how we can improve? Please feel free to contact the Township ϐ ǡ comments, or suggestions JANUARY Christmas Tree Recycling APRIL Spring Brush Pick-Up Roadside Pick-Up MAY Anniversary of Perrysburg Township s establishment Recycle Roundup SEPTEMBER Fall Brush Pick-Up OCTOBER Fall Brush Pick-Up Open House Leaf Pick-Up Trick or Treat NOVEMBER Feather Party Leaf Pick-Up DECEMBER Operation Breadbasket All meetings are held in the Trustees Hall. All these meetings are open to the public. Board of Trustees Evening Meeting 1 st & 3 rd Wednesdays (6:00 pm) Board of Trustees Afternoon Meeting 2 nd Wednesday (2:00 p.m.) Zoning Commission 2 nd Monday (6:00 pm) Board of Zoning Appeals 3 rd Tuesday (6:00 pm) Visit the Calendar on our website to keep up to date with the latest happenings: In This Issue 2015 Events page 1 Zoning Update & ODOT project update page 2 Snow Removal Info page 3 Thank You, Communication Options, and Winter Energy Tips page 4 Holiday Safety Tips page 5 Calendar & Contact Info page 6 1

2 Zoning Update 2014 ZONING PERMITS (through mid-december) 218 totaling approximately $30,000 in permit fees 1 Industrial 30 Single-Family Dwelling 20 Accessory Structure 13 Remodel/Addition NEW RESIDENTIAL Woodmont Plat 6 (7 single-family lots) BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS 4 Conditional Use 12 Variance ZONING COMMISSION Site Plan Reviews FedEx Ground Package System, Inc. 100 J Street Approved $15.5 million expansion of load/ unload wings, maintenance building, gate way building, and parking areas ABC Auto Auction, llc Fremont Pike Approved expansion of parking areas and the addition of a vehicle check-in and a photo booth Zoning Amendments 26 Fence 29 Deck/Patio 8 Swimming Pool Danberry National Ltd Lime City Road / Glenwood Road Considered rezoning request of acres of land from A-1 Agricultural to I-2 General Industrial. Application was withdrawn by applicant prior to Public Hearing by Board of Trustees ZONING INITIATIVE Board of Trustees adopted a proposed plan of zoning, including both text and maps, to add the entirety of the un-zoned territory within the Township to the territory in which the Zoning Resolution of Perrysburg Township is presently in effect. Plan was rejected by voters on November 4, 2014 General Election Ballot. If you have any questions related to planning or zoning please contact Kelly Hemminger, at or khemminger@perrysburgtowship.us. The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) currently has multiple improvement projects underway in District 2. Many of these projects are related to the highway improvements which total $424 million. These improvements are greatly needed and will aid tremendously to the overall intermodal system in our area. Please visit for more details on all the projects. In Perrysburg Township, ODOT District 2 has announced short term and long term safety measures of State Route 199 at Eckel Junction/ Scheider Road. A ODOT news release on December 15 illustrates the following work to be completed at that intersection: Phase One (January -March, 2015) By January 15, 2015 Close Scheider Road at SR-ͳͻͻϐǤ Northwest Ohio ODOT Project Update Install signage to prohibit left-turns from westbound Eckel Junction Road to SR 199. By March 2015 Install a temporary drive from SR 199 to the new ϐǥ Phase Two (by September 2015) Perrysburg Township will lead an effort to extend Carronade Boulevard to SR 199. Phase Three (no timeframe, funding will be pursued) Construct a roundabout at the intersection of SR 199 and the extended Carronade Boulevard. Close Eckel Junction Road east of SR 199 to ϐǥ Closure 2

3 Snow Removal Tips Snow shoveling is hard work! Please make sure you know your limits when shoveling snow to avoid any risks such as overexertion and falls on slippery surfaces. To aid the Maintenance Department in clearing the snow ϐ ǡ residents to please do the following: Delay as much non-essential travel as possible until after the roads have been cleared. Throughout snowfalls, of more than 2 inches, park on driveways to allow crews to plow the entire street. When using a snow blower, shovel, or plow to clear your driveway, please do not push the snow out into the street. To avoid clearing your driveway entrance repeatedly, wait until the plow truck has completed cleared the roadway curb to curb. ǡ ϐ hydrant close by, please also take a few minutes to dig it out. This will aid our Fire Department in the event of an emergency. Plowing responsibilities The Road Superintendent reminds residents not all roadways within the Township are maintained by Perrysburg Township Maintenance Department. Certain roadways are maintained by other government agencies or private developers. Mailbox Policy As the weather changes and the snow falls please be aware of the workers plowing snow. As you can see above, Perrysburg Township trucks are red. Our crews wear neon green ϔ Ǥ As the snow begins to fall, the Township will plow its roads to ensure the safety of its residents. While plowing snow the issue of fallen mailboxes arises. If a mailbox is damaged by the blade of a Township snow plow it will be replaced with a galvanized mailbox with a 4 x 4 post, at the expense of the Township. If a mailbox is damaged in any other way, the Township will erect the damaged mailbox so the owner can continue to receive mail, but any expenses to replace the damaged mailbox will be the responsibility of the owner. Thanks for your cooperation in ensuring our employees are safe! The Ohio Department of Transportation maintains State routes Routes: 795, 199, 20, 65 ǯ ϐ County roads Oregon, Lime City, Roachton, Tracy, & parts of Dowling Roads Condo/ apartment complexes and mobile home parks should contact the owners of the complex for questions about plowing snow. 3

4 A Message from Fire Chief Brice Communication options To the voters of Perrysburg Township, we wish to extend a heartfelt thank you for your support of our ϐ Ǥ ǡ have given us a great opportunity to continue to provide the very best service for all of the residents and businesses of Perrysburg Township. It is our promise to you that we will continue to use your ϐ everyone in Perrysburg Township. Many people access information through their mobile devices and online. Perrysburg Township is increasing its communication presence to accommodate these avenues. Find us on Facebook: General Info: Perrysburg Township Public Safety Info: Perrysburg Twp. Fire/ EMS and Perrysburg Township Ohio Police Department And visit our website: WINTER ENERGY SAVING TIPS COVER DRAFTY WINDOWS Use a heavy-duty, clear plastic sheet on a frame or tape clear ϐ winter months. Make sure the plastic is sealed tightly to the ϐ Ǥ Install tight-ϐ ǡ that feel drafty after weatherizing. ADJUST THE TEMPERATURE When you are home and awake, set your thermostat as low as is comfortable. When you are asleep or out of the house, turn your thermostat back 10 to 15 for eight hours and save around 10% a year on your heating and cooling bills. REDUCE HEAT LOSS FROM THE FIREPLACE ϐ unless ϐ Ǥ ϐ ǡ ϐ Ǥ ϐ ǡ -air exchange system that blows warmed air back into the room. ϐ ϐ Ǥ ůů ƟƉƐ ĂƌĞ ĨƌŽŵ ŶĞƌŐLJ ŐŽǀ ^ŵăƌƚ dśğƌŵžɛƚăƚ /ŶĨŽŐƌĂƉŚŝĐ ĨƌŽŵ ƐŵĂƌƚŚĞƌŵŽƐƚĂƚŐƵŝĚĞ ĐŽŵ 4

5 New years eve LIGHTS & DECORATIONS New Year s Eve Safety Tips: Going Out ϐ ϐ Keep decorations away from heat sources, windows and doors Properly install your holiday lights. Use lights that have the label of an independent testing laboratory Make sure all electrical cords have no frayed or cracked wires or broken sockets Do not overload electrical outlets Do not link more than three light strands, unless the directions indicate it is safe Do not leave lights turned on for prolonged periods or unattended Keep your exits clear by keeping decorations away from windows and doors Have a designated driver: Do not ever drink and drive. Ask a friend or a family member for a ride, or make a reservation for a taxi Monitor your alcohol intake: Many people associate New Year s Eve celebrations with drinking. Make sure you stay hydrated (with water) and that you eat enough Take the keys: If you have a friend who is too drunk to drive, take the keys While it s fun to share where you are on social media sites, beware of doing so, as you are publicly alerting others that you are not at home Do not leave drinks unattended. Finish it before ϐ Make sure everyone has a buddy who can ϐ night Around the house New Year s Eve Safety Tips: Staying In Always blow out candles before leaving the room or going to sleep. Burn candles inside a one foot circle ǡ ϐ ϐ holidays and most commonly occurs when cooking is left unattended. Stand By Your Pan and always stay in the kitchen when cooking Keep matches and lighters out of reach of children Have working smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors ϐ inspected for potentially dangerous situations since last winter. It could have rusted parts, a crack in the clay or metal pipe a bird nest or creosote buildup. 5 If your having a party at your house, remember to be sure all smoke alarms are working and have fresh batteries If you re burning candles, remember to extinguish them before the end of the party Have guests turn their keys in to you upon arrival and put them in a secure place. That way you can ensure that everyone has a safe ride home Remember, noisemakers, champagne corks and more can be dangerous for pets and children, especially if they shoot across the room or break into pieces

6 COMMUNITY CALENDAR Time and dates are subject to change with notice Please check the website for any additional events added/changed to the calendar: Trustees meet.. The 1st & 3rd Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. We wish all Perrysburg Township residents a very prosperous New Year! (except holidays) Christmas Tree (curbside) Recycling January 7 January 21 February 4 February 18 March 4 March 18 Monday January 5. The 2nd Wednesday at 2:00 p.m. January 14 February 11 March 18 Zoning Commission Meetings 6:00 p.m. January 12 February 9 March 9 Board of Zoning Appeals Meetings January 20 February 17 March 17 6:00 p.m. Please have your tree out to the curb no later than 7:00 a.m. on 1/5/2015. Perrysburg Township residents can also DROP OFF their tree on January 17 from 9:00 a.m.-noon ONLY at the Township Maintenance Building. Bob Mack Trustee rmack@perrysburgtownship.us Craig LaHote Trustee clahote@perrysburgtownship.us Shirley Haar ϔ shaar@perrysburgtownship.us Department Heads: Fire/EMS: Tom Brice Fire Chief ϐ Ǥ ems@perrysburgtownship.us Police: In each edition of the newsletter we take time to say THANK YOU to various places which support the Township! In this edition we would like to thank BROOKS INSURANCE for all they do! ϐ Walter Celley Administrator admin@perrysburgtownship.us Recycling February 16 ϔ ǯ gbritten@perrysburgtownship.us ϐ ǣ 8:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m. January 14 February 11 March 11 January 19 ϔ Ǥ Trustee Road Superintendent maintenance@perrysburgtownship.us Senior Food Pantry January 1 and 2 ϔ Gary Britten Kraig Gottfried January 8 February 12 March 12 Special Dates ϐ ǣ Maintenance: Regular Food Pantry 8:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. Noon January 17 February 21 March 21 CONTACT Mark Hetrick Police Chief police@perrysburgtownship.us Recreation: Bob Warnimont Recreation Director Zoning: Kelly Hemminger Zoning Administrator zoning@perrysburgtownship.us Lime City Road Perrysburg, Ohio 43551