Chair· 2018–2027
James S. Bock
Millcreek Township
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 23
- Total speaking time
- 4:13:57
- Avg per meeting
- 11:02
- Segments
- 6633
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Top issues during term (20)
Volunteer and Paid Fire Department Relations
Volunteer departments previously received roughly $160,000 each annually in LST funds.
Automated License Plate Reader Cameras (Flock)
The township would be charged at renewal and would need to seek reimbursement from Cafaro if it cancels.
Herbert Rezoning Request at 4007 West 12th Street
Property values and potential commercial/residential development values in the surrounding residential neighborhood.
Belle Valley District Fire Station Feasibility Study
The commission also recommended the township cover a $100,000 roof replacement at Westlake Station 48, and relief fund allocation is in play.
Zoning Code Amendments for Data Centers and Transitional Dwellings
Future economic development impacts from data centers and regulatory compliance costs.
School District Parking Variance at 1001 West 54th Street
Property values and local tax implications could shift depending on how the zoning board rules on the shelter.
Neighborhood Traffic Safety and Speeding
Staff time for selective police enforcement.
Government Transition and Administrative Code
Not quantified, though residents tied the issue to high legal fees and fiscal accountability.
Comparison of Township Legal Fees
Legal fees reportedly run about $800,000 a year versus $200,000-$400,000 in similar townships.
Stormwater Management and Development Plans
Commercial Signage Size and Traffic Safety
Better visibility could help lease the new space in the expanded building.
Zimmerly Road Commercial Development Near Walnut Creek Floodplain
Potential long-term impact on local environmental quality and municipal infrastructure.
In-Law Apartment Special Exception at 4709 Lawndale Drive
Keeps a pending home sale from falling through over a zoning technicality.
Recurring sewer backups on Pittsburgh Avenue
Minns has already lost a furnace, water heater, and appliances; the township paid for cleanup and half of a backflow device.
Transition Advisory Committee legal counsel
Choosing the incumbent firm means no added cost beyond the existing roughly $20,000/month flat fee; independent firms quoted $185-$300/hour.
Millfair Road Wireless Communication Facility Proposal
The Township collects $1,000 a year now, potentially $14,400 a year plus carrier revenue shares if the tower is built.
Storm Pipe Relining Infrastructure
Property owners may incur mitigation costs if stormwater management is insufficient.
Limited Lodging in Residential Neighborhoods
Property value and potential rental income implications for the applicant.
Marquette Savings Bank Parking and Access Alteration
Private commercial investment by the bank.
Project W Senior Housing Development
Private investment by the developer, with added rate-paying residents for the utility systems.
Decisions during term (534)
Recorded while Bock was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Appeal 26-26 — Jeffrey Hicks in-law apartment special exception
Appeal 26-27 — Marie McDaniel multi-family variance
Appeal 26-28 — Rodney Williams sign variance
Approval of Minutes – October 13, 2026
Approval of Bills
Subdivision of Land for Michael A. Rose
Replot of the Lands for Gregg E. DePotty
Amended Land Development Plan for Marquette Savings Bank
Resolution 2026-R-34 – Records Disposition
Resolution 2026-R-35 – MOU with Greene Township and Erie Water Works
Rope Equipment – Fire Department
Hydrogen Cyanide Sensors – Fire Department
Floor Scrubber – Public Works
Manhole Covers – Public Works
Salt Spreader – Public Works
Concrete Work – Public Works
Plow Package and Fence Repairs – Parks & Recreation
Local Share Account Grant Agreement – West 6th Street Sidewalks Phase III
Legal Counsel for Transition Advisory Committee
Commitment Letter for Multimodal Transportation Fund Grant with Summit Township
Voting record (238)
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Personnel – New Police Dispatcher Hire
Approval of Minutes – October 13, 2026
Approval of Bills
Subdivision of Land for Michael A. Rose
Replot of the Lands for Gregg E. DePotty
Amended Land Development Plan for Marquette Savings Bank
Resolution 2026-R-34 – Records Disposition
Resolution 2026-R-35 – MOU with Greene Township and Erie Water Works
Rope Equipment – Fire Department
Hydrogen Cyanide Sensors – Fire Department
Floor Scrubber – Public Works
Manhole Covers – Public Works
Salt Spreader – Public Works
Concrete Work – Public Works
Plow Package and Fence Repairs – Parks & Recreation
Local Share Account Grant Agreement – West 6th Street Sidewalks Phase III
Legal Counsel for Transition Advisory Committee
Feels it is important to stay local and Shaw is capable; cost kept in check.
Commitment Letter for Multimodal Transportation Fund Grant with Summit Township
Stormwater Management Plans and Maintenance Agreements
Financial Security Reduction – Grouse Hollow Subdivision
Personnel – Dispatcher Transfer
Fire Department Training Requests
Public Works Training Request
Adjournment
Approval of Agenda Amendments
Approval of September 22, 2026 Minutes
Approval of Bills
Denial of Zoning Classification Change - Joseph Herbert (4007 West 12th Street)
I take the recommendation of the Planning Commission. I weigh that pretty heavily, and it was a unanimous five to zero vote, and we've heard numerous residents speak here on this.