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W'field seeks camera upgrade |
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Tuesday, 23 June 2009 |
By KRISTA HAYES
Staff Writer
WAYNESFIELD — In an effort to prevent vandalism from occurring to its park and facilities, Waynesfield Village Council members passed a resolution Monday to purchase of a security camera to replace the existing system.
After some debate, councilors approved Waynesfield Police Chief Lee Ziegler purchase a remote control DVR camera at a cost not to exceed the amount of $350. Ziegler said the existing system needs to be upgraded.
“We can’t buy any more cameras to add to the current surveillance system we have, so we’re going to have to upgrade and purchase a whole new camera,” Ziegler said addressing councilors. “If we choose to do so, we will have to make sure to get one that’s worth our money, that has a good image and high resolution to make out who the individuals are doing the vandalism.”
Village Administrator Ron Zimmerman admitted that vandalism has stopped occurring at the restroom facilities located on the park premises, but he said some individuals tried to tear down the fence.
“No additional vandalism has occurred to the restrooms, as me and the boys (village employees) keep them locked up when they’re not being used for ball games or for family reunions,” Zimmerman said. “However, if they do need to be opened during certain park hours, we may want to think about posting a sign strictly for restroom hours on the park premises.”
After receiving several quotes on how much it would cost to demolish the village’s old city building, councilor John Chiles proposed to put the property up for public bid, with no stipulations and the minimum bid to be accepted set at $10,000.
“I propose that we leave the bid open for two months, and if the building doesn’t sell, all we’ll be out is the advertising costs,” Chiles said.
Waynesfield Mayor Mike Ridenour said that he would also like to see the village get something back out of the building rather than spending the funds to have it demolished.
“After 60 days, if we find that we have a white elephant, then we’ll make the decision to have it torn down, but I can’t see demolishing it quite yet if someone in the village can get some kind of use out of it,” Ridenour said.
Councilors passed a motion to put the old city building up for sale, with bids to be opened Sept. 28, at the scheduled council meeting, where a final bid will be accepted by the council.
For those interested in placing a bid, wishing to view the building, Ridenour said they can contact the city at 419-568-4991.
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Last Updated ( Wednesday, 24 June 2009 )
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