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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1964
Page
8
The Messenger outlines city ordinances setting minimum housing standards, occupancy limits, sanitation, rooming houses, and enforcement. It details definitions for dwelling units, openable areas, heating, plumbing, pest control, and required inspector roles, plus penalties and appeal rights.
The document states that existing ordinances prevail if in conflict, and any invalid section does not affect remaining parts. It declares the ordinance an emergency measure for public health welfare and safety of Ath ens residents, effective immediately after passage and approval. Council President Harry B. Crewson and Clerk Nancy R. Guleman approve, with Raymond Shepard signing.
The City of Athens adopts an ordinance requiring licensing for electrical contractors with penalties for violations and potential waivers for cross city licensing. The measure cites public health and safety needs and declares an emergency effective upon passage.
Resolution authorizes Service-Safety Director to permit Jerome Fenske to extend the City of Athens water line to his Route 50 West residence at his expense under approved plans. Extension to be supervised by the Director and effective at the earliest legal date. Done in Cape on September 21, 1964.
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