Richfield Township Trustees
February 27, 2006

The Richfield Township Board of Trustees met for a work session on February 27, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. with the following in attendance:

Shano Cica-Mraz, Trustee Chairperson
David Wyatt, Trustee Vice Chairperson
Laurie Peters Gilmore, Trustee
Laurie Pinney, Zoning Inspector
Chris Eastwood, Park Maintenance
Frank Gindraw, Rising Valley Park Board

The purpose of the meeting was to discuss Rising Valley Park and the following issues were discussed:

Replacement of existing signage at the northeast intersection of S.R. 303 and Oviatt Road. Mr. Gindraw had brought in some proposed drawings for a new sign, but the developer has not made application for a new sign. Ms. Pinney reported that off-site signage would require variance approval from the BZA. The Trustees could consider a fee waiver for the BZA hearing, since Rising Valley Park is one of the three entities on the proposed sign.

Mr. Eastwood reported that signs regarding the prohibition of motorized vehicles on non-paved areas within the park are in the works.

Mr. Gindraw reported that the Park Board is still meeting on the first Tuesday of each month at 6:00 at the park.

Ms. Cica-Mraz asked about the status of the plaque recognizing former Park Board members and Mr. Gindraw reported that the board members are researching the history of the board.

Cleveland Metroparks has provided a drawing for a joint Richfield Township/Cleveland Metroparks sign proposed for each of the two park entrances. The Trustees commented on possible modifications with the intent to approve the signs at a future regular meeting.

The hand pump for the water well near the playground area has been removed, to prevent drinking from the well. The board was asked to look into options for having water and/or drinking fountains at both the north and south well locations. At this time, the south well location does not have electric, which would be required for a pump or drinking fountain.

The board plans on looking at the existing master plan and mission statement and making recommendations for revision as necessary.

The status of the driveway gate was discussed.

The board will make recommendations for updates to the rules and regulations and is looking at guidelines from area communities. The Trustees will adopt a separate fee schedule for rental and deposits of the park sports fields and other facilities.

A motion was made by Ms. Cica-Mraz and seconded by Ms. Gilmore to adjourn at 4:05 p.m. The motion passed with unanimous approval.


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