Topping Named City Auditor by Athens GOP
Margaret Topping, 46, of 70 Elmwood Place, was elected by the Athens Republican Central Committee to replace Ralph Nuzum as city auditor. Deputy Mildred Woodburn will act until Topping takes office on June 27, with an election for the post in November due to Nuzum not completing half a term.
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Athens County Considers $5 License Tax to Fund Roads
County commissioners may add a $5 Piggyback license tax raising plate fees from $10.50 to $15.50 to fund road repairs. If enacted the tax would also share funds with municipalities that request a portion. Athens City weighs impact and potential alternatives with city officials.
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Athens
Greg Hill
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Planning Unit OK Expected for Ohio Valley District
Neil McCabe said the district meets certification requirements and the Ohio Development recommends the governor designate the 10 county area as a development organization, making OVRDC the 12th of 15 regions to receive it. Initial benefits include state funding for employment and local impact on energy projects.
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Neil McCabe
Ohio Valley
Ohio Development
Owl Club Formed at Ohio University for Eye Safety
A chapter of the Wise Owl Club of America organized at Ohio University to prevent eye injuries among workers and students. The national society notes 90 percent of eye injuries are preventable with safety eyewear and over 62,000 members span 8,500 firms and schools.
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County Seeks Funds for New City-County Jail
County officials seek Local Public Works funds to finance a four story jail at the current site. Architect Frank Lee reports design changes cut costs to 750000 to 800000 dollars with Athens Nelsonville and the county sharing about 1 million in total allocations. Athens would receive 426000 Nelsonville 415000 and the county 160000 to form a joint jail project. Athens City Council plans a special meeting to discuss its share.
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Frank Lee
Athens
Nelsonville
Joe Johnson
Court Honors Judge Howard for Superior Service
Athens County Common Pleas Court Judge Lowell Howard received Ohio Supreme Court awards for superior judicial service and contributions to justice administration. Chief Justice O Neill presented the honors citing Howard's work to maintain docket efficiency under Supreme Court guidelines.
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