The Village Council passed the following Ordinances 2010-8 Glenavy Subdivision I/I Project, 2010-9 Phase 1 Sewer Plant Upgrade, 2010-10 Phase 2 Sewer Plant Upgrade. Each of these Ordinances was recommended by the Ad Hoc Committee and passed unanimously by the Council.
The Ad Hoc Committee was formed several months ago, and made up of 3 Council members and 3 members from the community. The Committee was charged with the duty of developing an assessment, or tax, that will be used only to pay back debt borrowed to build the State mandated/required Sewerage System and Plant Upgrades. These Upgrades will stop sewerage overflows into the creek and make Lynchburg compliant with State and Federal EPA regulations.
The Ad Hoc Committee looked at the current assessment practice, which was legally accepted one year earlier to repay the debt. They re-evaluated the situation and after months, and many meetings (with public involvement), they came to a new conclusion. The new assessment/tax will be on the yearly property tax from the County Auditor as before. The new assessment is based on sewer availability, lot/parcel size, and lot/parcel use.
The Administrator mailed out a certified letter, which is followed by a regular mailing explaining how this may affect property owners. This mailing was done as a recommendation of the Ad Hoc Committee and Council.
The Council additionally set up an Equalization Board. This board is directed to hear any appeals from property owners. This Board may make recommendations for additional changes on a case by case basis.
The Board will meet on July 5th and July 7th 2010. At this time the Board has not set any other meeting dates. They may not set any additional meeting dates.
IT IS IMPORTANT that if you wish to APPEAL your ASSESSMENT /TAX, that you call the Municipal Office 937-364-2241 and schedule a time during one of these days.
Please do not send me, or any of the Council Members, emails or requests individually as they will not be addressed. IT IS IMPORTANT that the request for an appeal is scheduled within a few weeks of receiving your certified letter. IMPORTANT: The request for an APPEAL has to be made to the Equalization Board. To schedule a time with the Equalization Board call the Municipal Office. 937-364-2241
Take a break from the heat, as summer is upon us. Enjoy the parks and playground around our area.
Jeremy R Shaffer, Mayor.
Thursday, June 24, 2010
Meth Bust - Ciminals Keep Out
Please Find attached Press release and copy of Release below.
Keep up the hard work Chief Wooton.
Thank you,
Jeremy R Shaffer, Mayor
Village Office 937-364-2241 / Police Office 937-364-2241
On June 16, 2010 the Lynchburg Police Department and the Highland County
Sheriffs office went to 212 South Sycamore Street in the Village of
Lynchburg, in reference to a complaint of possible drug activity at the
residence. There were two subjects in the residence, John Mark Ervin, age
48 of Lynchburg, and Eric Daugherty, age 49 of Lynchburg. Upon search of
the residence, there was a sufficient amount of chemicals found that are
used in the manufacturing of Methamphetamine. Several other items were
seized in connection with drug abuse, and are being sent to the crime lab
for further analysis.
John M. Ervin was arrested and charged with possession of a schedule 1
controlled substance Felony 5, and possession of one or more chemicals
that may be used to manufacture a controlled substance in a schedule 1,
Felony 3. He appeared in Hillsboro Municipal Court on June 17, 2010 at
8:00a.m., where his bond was set a $70,000. Eric Daugherty was arrested
and charged with permitting drug abuse, and possession of paraphernalia
and drugs, and is scheduled to appear in Lynchburg Mayors Court on July 6,
2010.
Respectfully Submitted,
Chief Brandon J. Wooton
Lynchburg Police Department
Keep up the hard work Chief Wooton.
Thank you,
Jeremy R Shaffer, Mayor
Village Office 937-364-2241 / Police Office 937-364-2241
On June 16, 2010 the Lynchburg Police Department and the Highland County
Sheriffs office went to 212 South Sycamore Street in the Village of
Lynchburg, in reference to a complaint of possible drug activity at the
residence. There were two subjects in the residence, John Mark Ervin, age
48 of Lynchburg, and Eric Daugherty, age 49 of Lynchburg. Upon search of
the residence, there was a sufficient amount of chemicals found that are
used in the manufacturing of Methamphetamine. Several other items were
seized in connection with drug abuse, and are being sent to the crime lab
for further analysis.
John M. Ervin was arrested and charged with possession of a schedule 1
controlled substance Felony 5, and possession of one or more chemicals
that may be used to manufacture a controlled substance in a schedule 1,
Felony 3. He appeared in Hillsboro Municipal Court on June 17, 2010 at
8:00a.m., where his bond was set a $70,000. Eric Daugherty was arrested
and charged with permitting drug abuse, and possession of paraphernalia
and drugs, and is scheduled to appear in Lynchburg Mayors Court on July 6,
2010.
Respectfully Submitted,
Chief Brandon J. Wooton
Lynchburg Police Department
Thursday, May 20, 2010
Noxious Weeds and Parking In Front of a Stop Sign
The new Playground located at the intersection of Pearl Street and Sycamore is open. It seems to be bustling with families on a regular basis and is a very nice use of the space. I encourage everyone to take time to visit the playground.
Over the last month I have had several specific complaints regarding unmaintained properties. So to clarify I will have pasted the section below from the Ohio Basic Code which is adopted yearly by the Village, and is also supportive of the local Lynchburg Village Ordinance 2006-9. This is specific to mowing of property. As the funding, manpower and time is limited, the Village has enforced this law as a specific complaint arises. So, if there is an infraction that arises you feel is important, please report it so proper action can be taken.
93.40 KEEPING DOWN WEEDS.
(A) Any person owning or having charge of land within the municipality shall keep such property free and clear from all noxious weeds and rank vegetation and shall be required to cut all such weeds and vegetation on the lots owned or controlled by him or her at least twice in every year, once between June 1 and July 1 and once between August 1 and September 1.
(B) Noxious weeds and rank vegetation shall include but not be limited to:
(1) Any weeds such as the following:
Noxious Weeds
Apple of Peru Marestail
Buckthorn Mile-A-Minute Weed
Canada Thistle Musk Thistle
Columbus Grass Oxeye Daisy
Corncockle Palmer Amarantha
Cressleaf Groundsel Perennial Sowthistle
Curly Dock Poison Hemlock
Dodder Purple Loosestrife
Field Bindweed Quackgrass
Forage Kochia Russian Knapweed
French Weed Russian Thistle
Giant Hogweed Serrated Tussock
Hairy Whitetop (Ballcress) Shatter Cane
Hedge Bindweed Wild Carrot
Heart-podded Hoary Cress Wild Garlic
Horsenettle Wild Mustard
Johnsongrass Wild Onion
Kochia Wild Parsnip
Leafy Spurge
(2) Grapevines when growing in groups of 100 or more and not pruned, sprayed, cultivated, or otherwise maintained for two consecutive years;
(O.A.C. §§ 901:5-27-06, 901:5-37-01) (Rev. 2008)
(3) Bushes of the species of tall, common, or European barberry, further known as berberis vulgaris or its horticultural varieties;
(4) Any weeds, grass, or plants, other than trees, bushes, flowers, or other ornamental plants, growing to a height exceeding 12 inches.
In addition to complaints on noxious weeds, there have been specific complaints made regarding parking. In legislation passed this year in support of the Ohio Basic Code, Section 76, Village Ordinance 2010-3 sets a parking standard throughout the entire municipality. In my interpretation at this time, its say that under normal circumstances there shouldn’t parking in the street in Clinton Heights, Glenavy or the Maple View Subdivisions. In addition to this it is important that section 76.04 is followed to prevent accidents at intersections and other areas.
§ 76.04 PARKING PROHIBITIONS.
(A) No person shall stand or park a vehicle, except when necessary to avoid conflict with other traffic or to comply with the provisions of this title, or while obeying the directions of a police officer or a traffic-control device, in any of the following places:
(1) On a sidewalk, except a bicycle;
(2) In front of a public or private driveway;
(3) Within an intersection;
(4) Within ten feet of a fire hydrant;
(5) On a crosswalk;
(6) Within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection;
(7) Within 30 feet of, and upon the approach to, any flashing beacon, stop sign, or traffic-control device;
(8) Between a safety zone and the adjacent curb or within 30 feet of points on the curb immediately opposite the ends of a safety zone, unless a different length is indicated by a traffic-control device;
(9) Within 50 feet of the nearest rail of a railroad crossing;
(10) Within 20 feet of a driveway entrance to any fire station and, on the side of the street opposite the entrance to any fire station, within 75 feet of the entrance when it is properly posted with signs;
(11) Alongside or opposite any street excavation or obstruction when such standing or parking would obstruct traffic;
(12) Alongside any vehicle stopped or parked at the edge or curb of a street;
(13) Upon any bridge or elevated structure upon a highway, or within a highway tunnel;
(14) At any place where signs prohibit stopping;
(15) Within one foot of another parked vehicle;
(16) On the roadway portion of a freeway, expressway, or thruway.
(B) Except as otherwise provided in this division, whoever violates this section is guilty of a minor misdemeanor. If, within one year of the offense, the offender previously has been convicted of or pleaded guilty to one predicate motor vehicle or traffic offense, whoever violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor of the fourth degree. If, within one year of the offense, the offender previously has been convicted of two or more predicate motor vehicle or traffic offenses, whoever violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor of the third degree.
(R.C. § 4511.68) (Rev. 2004)
The previously mentioned sections are part of the law from the Ohio Basic Code. I have only brought these to everyone’s attention due to the fact that there have been concerns brought to my attention. These sections are in there entirety, however they are only small parts of the many governing rules, regulations, and Ordinances that are enforceable. I have tried to use common sense, and enforce laws on a case by case basis. There seem to be so many regulations that could be enforced that it is overwhelming and some what ridiculous. I hope this helps clarify some basic guidelines we should follow. Please take notice of this so that we can have a safe and clean community.
Jeremy R Shaffer, Mayor.
Over the last month I have had several specific complaints regarding unmaintained properties. So to clarify I will have pasted the section below from the Ohio Basic Code which is adopted yearly by the Village, and is also supportive of the local Lynchburg Village Ordinance 2006-9. This is specific to mowing of property. As the funding, manpower and time is limited, the Village has enforced this law as a specific complaint arises. So, if there is an infraction that arises you feel is important, please report it so proper action can be taken.
93.40 KEEPING DOWN WEEDS.
(A) Any person owning or having charge of land within the municipality shall keep such property free and clear from all noxious weeds and rank vegetation and shall be required to cut all such weeds and vegetation on the lots owned or controlled by him or her at least twice in every year, once between June 1 and July 1 and once between August 1 and September 1.
(B) Noxious weeds and rank vegetation shall include but not be limited to:
(1) Any weeds such as the following:
Noxious Weeds
Apple of Peru Marestail
Buckthorn Mile-A-Minute Weed
Canada Thistle Musk Thistle
Columbus Grass Oxeye Daisy
Corncockle Palmer Amarantha
Cressleaf Groundsel Perennial Sowthistle
Curly Dock Poison Hemlock
Dodder Purple Loosestrife
Field Bindweed Quackgrass
Forage Kochia Russian Knapweed
French Weed Russian Thistle
Giant Hogweed Serrated Tussock
Hairy Whitetop (Ballcress) Shatter Cane
Hedge Bindweed Wild Carrot
Heart-podded Hoary Cress Wild Garlic
Horsenettle Wild Mustard
Johnsongrass Wild Onion
Kochia Wild Parsnip
Leafy Spurge
(2) Grapevines when growing in groups of 100 or more and not pruned, sprayed, cultivated, or otherwise maintained for two consecutive years;
(O.A.C. §§ 901:5-27-06, 901:5-37-01) (Rev. 2008)
(3) Bushes of the species of tall, common, or European barberry, further known as berberis vulgaris or its horticultural varieties;
(4) Any weeds, grass, or plants, other than trees, bushes, flowers, or other ornamental plants, growing to a height exceeding 12 inches.
In addition to complaints on noxious weeds, there have been specific complaints made regarding parking. In legislation passed this year in support of the Ohio Basic Code, Section 76, Village Ordinance 2010-3 sets a parking standard throughout the entire municipality. In my interpretation at this time, its say that under normal circumstances there shouldn’t parking in the street in Clinton Heights, Glenavy or the Maple View Subdivisions. In addition to this it is important that section 76.04 is followed to prevent accidents at intersections and other areas.
§ 76.04 PARKING PROHIBITIONS.
(A) No person shall stand or park a vehicle, except when necessary to avoid conflict with other traffic or to comply with the provisions of this title, or while obeying the directions of a police officer or a traffic-control device, in any of the following places:
(1) On a sidewalk, except a bicycle;
(2) In front of a public or private driveway;
(3) Within an intersection;
(4) Within ten feet of a fire hydrant;
(5) On a crosswalk;
(6) Within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection;
(7) Within 30 feet of, and upon the approach to, any flashing beacon, stop sign, or traffic-control device;
(8) Between a safety zone and the adjacent curb or within 30 feet of points on the curb immediately opposite the ends of a safety zone, unless a different length is indicated by a traffic-control device;
(9) Within 50 feet of the nearest rail of a railroad crossing;
(10) Within 20 feet of a driveway entrance to any fire station and, on the side of the street opposite the entrance to any fire station, within 75 feet of the entrance when it is properly posted with signs;
(11) Alongside or opposite any street excavation or obstruction when such standing or parking would obstruct traffic;
(12) Alongside any vehicle stopped or parked at the edge or curb of a street;
(13) Upon any bridge or elevated structure upon a highway, or within a highway tunnel;
(14) At any place where signs prohibit stopping;
(15) Within one foot of another parked vehicle;
(16) On the roadway portion of a freeway, expressway, or thruway.
(B) Except as otherwise provided in this division, whoever violates this section is guilty of a minor misdemeanor. If, within one year of the offense, the offender previously has been convicted of or pleaded guilty to one predicate motor vehicle or traffic offense, whoever violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor of the fourth degree. If, within one year of the offense, the offender previously has been convicted of two or more predicate motor vehicle or traffic offenses, whoever violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor of the third degree.
(R.C. § 4511.68) (Rev. 2004)
The previously mentioned sections are part of the law from the Ohio Basic Code. I have only brought these to everyone’s attention due to the fact that there have been concerns brought to my attention. These sections are in there entirety, however they are only small parts of the many governing rules, regulations, and Ordinances that are enforceable. I have tried to use common sense, and enforce laws on a case by case basis. There seem to be so many regulations that could be enforced that it is overwhelming and some what ridiculous. I hope this helps clarify some basic guidelines we should follow. Please take notice of this so that we can have a safe and clean community.
Jeremy R Shaffer, Mayor.
Friday, April 30, 2010
Help Wanted
POLICE OFFICER
NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
The Village of Lynchburg will be accepting applications for the position
of Police Officer. Positions are Auxilary and Part time.
Qualifications:
Age: 21
Valid Drivers License
High School Diploma
Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy Certificate
Experience helpful, not mandatory
For information on times and location to pick up an application, contact
the Lynchburg Police Department (937)364-6659, or contact the Village of
Lynchburg Administration Office (937)364-2241.
All Applications must be turned in by May 15, 2010.
The Village of Lynchburg is an equal opportunity employer.
NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
The Village of Lynchburg will be accepting applications for the position
of Police Officer. Positions are Auxilary and Part time.
Qualifications:
Age: 21
Valid Drivers License
High School Diploma
Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy Certificate
Experience helpful, not mandatory
For information on times and location to pick up an application, contact
the Lynchburg Police Department (937)364-6659, or contact the Village of
Lynchburg Administration Office (937)364-2241.
All Applications must be turned in by May 15, 2010.
The Village of Lynchburg is an equal opportunity employer.
Old Marathon Station - Vulcan Oil Company HOLE on N. Main
April 30th 2010
Shawn Elany, Vulcan (513) 242-2672
Told Me BUSTER was involved. Gave me Contact of David Israel.
Told me he spoke with a Debbie earlier, (DENISE)
Contact David Israel
(Buster)Burea of Underground Storage Tank Regulation.
David Israel been involved since Dec 2009 & is with the State Fire
Marshalls Office in the BUSTER division.
David Israel Phone Number 614- @ State Fire Marshall
David informed me that Dale will be the contact person for the Guy Smith
Oil Co. Property.
Dale Egner will be coordinator from (BUSTER) His Contact Number will be
614-
Time line for Review Will not be until October 2010
____
I hope this clears up the situtation regarding the hole at the Marathon
Station. It cannot be filled until it has been reviewed, and a clean up or
monitioring plan is in affect. From what I understand filling it in may
add to contamination per Vulcan.
Thank You
Jeremy
Shawn Elany, Vulcan (513) 242-2672
Told Me BUSTER was involved. Gave me Contact of David Israel.
Told me he spoke with a Debbie earlier, (DENISE)
Contact David Israel
(Buster)Burea of Underground Storage Tank Regulation.
David Israel been involved since Dec 2009 & is with the State Fire
Marshalls Office in the BUSTER division.
David Israel Phone Number 614- @ State Fire Marshall
David informed me that Dale will be the contact person for the Guy Smith
Oil Co. Property.
Dale Egner will be coordinator from (BUSTER) His Contact Number will be
614-
Time line for Review Will not be until October 2010
____
I hope this clears up the situtation regarding the hole at the Marathon
Station. It cannot be filled until it has been reviewed, and a clean up or
monitioring plan is in affect. From what I understand filling it in may
add to contamination per Vulcan.
Thank You
Jeremy
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Sexual Offenders Living Within Lynchburg
I have received a few inquiries over the last couple months regarding Sexual Offenders living in the Village of Lynchburg. It seems there are two Tier II Offenders and one Tier I Offender registered and living within the Village corporation limits. Information regarding these offenders can be obtained through the Highland County Sheriff’s Department, or by viewing the Sheriff Departments internet site at www.highlandcoso.com
A Description of Tier I and Tier II :
Tier I Offender A person who has been convicted of one of the offenses listed under the Tier I chart. These registrants are required to verify their address annually for a period of fifteen (15) years. Those persons who were required to register prior to January 1, 2008 for a period of ten (10) years (sexually oriented offender) will have their registration time extended to meet the 15 year requirement.
Tier II Offender A person who has been convicted of one of the offenses listed under the Tier II chart. Persons in this classification are required to verify their address every 180 days for a period of twenty-five (25) years. Those persons required to register prior to January 1, 2008 for a period of twenty years (habitual sex offenders) as well as any offenders whose classification changed to Tier II will have their registration time extended to meet the 25 year requirement.
Chart of Offenses Regarding Tier I and Tier II.
TIER 1
1. 2907.07 Importuning
2. 2907.04 Unlawful Sexual Conduct with a Minor, non-consensual and offender less than 4 years older than victim, not previously convicted of 2907.02, 2907.03, or 2907.04, or former 2907.12 (FSP)**
3. 2907.08 Voyeurism
4. 2907.06 Sexual Imposition
5. 2907.05 (A)(1)-(3), (5) Gross Sexual Imposition
6. 2907.323 (A)(3) Illegal Use of a Minor in Nudity-oriented Material or Performance
7. 2905.05 (B) Child Enticement with sexual motivation {new under SB 10}
8. 2907.32 Pandering Obscenity
9. 2903.211 (A)(3) Menacing by Stalking with sexual motivation {new under SB10}
10. 2905.03(B) Unlawful Restraint with sexual motivation {new under SB 10}
11. Includes an attempt, complicity or conspiracy to commit any of these offenses
12. Child-victim offender not in Tier II or III.
TIER 2
1. 2907.21 Compelling Prostitution
2. 2907.321 Pandering Obscenity Involving a Minor
3. 2907.322 Pandering Sexually Oriented Material Involving a Minor
4. 2907.323 (A)(1) and (2) Illegal Use of a Minor in Nudity-oriented Material or Performance
5. 2907.04 when offender is at least 4 years older; or when the offender is less than 4 years older and has prior conviction for 2907.02, 2907.03, 2907.04, or former 2907.12 (FSP)
6. 2907.05 (A)(4) Gross Sexual Imposition victim under 13
7. 2919.22 (B)(5) Child Endangering
8. 2905.01 (A)(1)-(3), (5) Kidnapping with sexual Motivation
9. 2905.01 (A)(4) Kidnapping victim over 18
10. 2905.02 (B) Abduction with sexual motivation {new under SB 10}
11. Any sexual offense that occurs after the offender has been classified as a Tier I offender.
12. Includes an attempt, complicity or conspiracy to commit any of these offenses
13. Pre-AWA Habitual offenders, unless re-classfied after hearing under ORC 2950.031 or 2950.032
The above Information all came from the Highland County Sheriff Departments website. Please Contact them for additional information. 937-393-1421
A Description of Tier I and Tier II :
Tier I Offender A person who has been convicted of one of the offenses listed under the Tier I chart. These registrants are required to verify their address annually for a period of fifteen (15) years. Those persons who were required to register prior to January 1, 2008 for a period of ten (10) years (sexually oriented offender) will have their registration time extended to meet the 15 year requirement.
Tier II Offender A person who has been convicted of one of the offenses listed under the Tier II chart. Persons in this classification are required to verify their address every 180 days for a period of twenty-five (25) years. Those persons required to register prior to January 1, 2008 for a period of twenty years (habitual sex offenders) as well as any offenders whose classification changed to Tier II will have their registration time extended to meet the 25 year requirement.
Chart of Offenses Regarding Tier I and Tier II.
TIER 1
1. 2907.07 Importuning
2. 2907.04 Unlawful Sexual Conduct with a Minor, non-consensual and offender less than 4 years older than victim, not previously convicted of 2907.02, 2907.03, or 2907.04, or former 2907.12 (FSP)**
3. 2907.08 Voyeurism
4. 2907.06 Sexual Imposition
5. 2907.05 (A)(1)-(3), (5) Gross Sexual Imposition
6. 2907.323 (A)(3) Illegal Use of a Minor in Nudity-oriented Material or Performance
7. 2905.05 (B) Child Enticement with sexual motivation {new under SB 10}
8. 2907.32 Pandering Obscenity
9. 2903.211 (A)(3) Menacing by Stalking with sexual motivation {new under SB10}
10. 2905.03(B) Unlawful Restraint with sexual motivation {new under SB 10}
11. Includes an attempt, complicity or conspiracy to commit any of these offenses
12. Child-victim offender not in Tier II or III.
TIER 2
1. 2907.21 Compelling Prostitution
2. 2907.321 Pandering Obscenity Involving a Minor
3. 2907.322 Pandering Sexually Oriented Material Involving a Minor
4. 2907.323 (A)(1) and (2) Illegal Use of a Minor in Nudity-oriented Material or Performance
5. 2907.04 when offender is at least 4 years older; or when the offender is less than 4 years older and has prior conviction for 2907.02, 2907.03, 2907.04, or former 2907.12 (FSP)
6. 2907.05 (A)(4) Gross Sexual Imposition victim under 13
7. 2919.22 (B)(5) Child Endangering
8. 2905.01 (A)(1)-(3), (5) Kidnapping with sexual Motivation
9. 2905.01 (A)(4) Kidnapping victim over 18
10. 2905.02 (B) Abduction with sexual motivation {new under SB 10}
11. Any sexual offense that occurs after the offender has been classified as a Tier I offender.
12. Includes an attempt, complicity or conspiracy to commit any of these offenses
13. Pre-AWA Habitual offenders, unless re-classfied after hearing under ORC 2950.031 or 2950.032
The above Information all came from the Highland County Sheriff Departments website. Please Contact them for additional information. 937-393-1421
Thursday, February 25, 2010
Lynchburg OWDA LOANS
Just information. These are the OWDA Loans and not all the loans for the Village. They are for sewerage projects and water projects. You may view them online.
Here is a link http://www.owda.org/loantrk/LGALoans.asp?LGAID=533
Some of the early 1990 loans were a result of the plant. 7.96 is the
interest rate on the settlement of the original plant 1372 / 0621 is the
loan number.
Here is a link http://www.owda.org/loantrk/LGALoans.asp?LGAID=533
Some of the early 1990 loans were a result of the plant. 7.96 is the
interest rate on the settlement of the original plant 1372 / 0621 is the
loan number.
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