Hearing on Ohio tax bill set for Elyria June 12
A public hearing in Elyria on June 12 will discuss a proposed revision of Ohio tax laws. The study committee of the Ohio Legislature headed by Rep. Albert Sealy Jr. will present the bill next year. The plan includes real estate relief, elimination of tangible and intangible taxes, a 1 percent county income tax, and a 7 percent tax on industry. County Commissioner J Norman Thompson aims to hold the meeting at Elyria High School in the evening.
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Elyria
Ohio
Albert Sealy Jr
R-84
Dayton
Howe
Charles F. Kurfess
Wood County
J. Norman Thompson
Elyria High School
Lorain Mourns King as City Declares Day of Mourning
Lorain will observe an official day of mourning for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. as NAACP leaders and city officials discuss the decision. Mayor’s office had earlier limited half staff flags, but a revised stance follows NAACP guidance and Johnson administration input urging a day of reflection and prayer.
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Lorain
Martin Luther King
LaFord Young
Lorain County
National Association For the Advancement of Colored People
Chester A. Campbell
Woodrow Mathna
Mathna
Campbell
Lyndon Johnson
Young
NAACP
Port group postpones meeting in Lorain
Lorain officials postponed the Port Authority meeting by one week citing the unavailability of a quorum. James M. Carman, serving as executive secretary, said he plans to resign March 31 after the prior year’s service. Agenda includes officer elections, World Trade Association membership, and plans to expand Lorain facility for American Ship Building Co. The authority owns the shipyard and leases it to the company.
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Lorain
Port Authority
James M. Carman
Carman
World Trade Association
American Ship Building Co
Amherst pool workers sought for Anna Lehman Memorial Pool
Amherst city council will study a request to hire ten part time workers for the Anna Lehman Memorial Swimming Pool. Robert Voss, chair of the Amherst Park Commission, asked for two swimming instructor coordinators at 1.75 to 2.50 per hour, four water safety instructors at 1.50 to 1.75, four water safety aides at 1.00, and a $400 annual flat water charge. The utilities committee will review the proposal.
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Amherst
Anna Lehmauch
Morial
Robert Voss
Amherst Park Commission
Voss
Council
Coor
the Utilities Committee
Fiesta 68 Exciting fabrics for lively global fiestas
A vibrant description of Fiesta 68 fabrics in thinlyte Dacron and wool blend. The item highlights bold colors and patterns inspired by gay fiestas. Notes the fabric’s top quality and ability to stay pristine in heat and humidity, with superb tailoring.
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