Ohio air traffic shrinks 40 to 60 percent amid controller strike
Ohio airports report 40 to 60 percent drop in air traffic as 550 of 800 controllers strike amid union defiance of a federal back to work order. Picket lines form at Oberlin, Hopkins, and other facilities. some flights canceled, delays common, with no major incidents linked to the walkout.
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Income tax hike on ballot to fund city street repairs
City council backs a one year 0.25 percent income tax increase from 1.00 to 1.25 percent starting January to fund street projects. Route 83 and Mills Road improvements proceed regardless of vote. Mayor Noll pushes expedited plans and a blue ribbon committee to explore alternatives.
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Noll cites gas tax as reason for 1-year tax hike
Noll says a recent gas tax increase could raise 50 percent more funds for the city and justify a smaller income tax increase for one year. He aims for more federal dollars for SR 83 and Mills Road improvements and notes the current income tax must be renewed next year. This time limit lets the public assess the amendment’s advantages and disadvantages.
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RTA Board weighs 33 to 50 percent fare hikes in Cleveland
Regional Transit Authority trustees plan to raise bus and rapid train fares by 33 to 50 percent starting Sunday to generate about 8.7 million dollars. A 75 cent rapid ride, 60 cent local bus, and 25 cent downtown loop would replace present 50, 40, and 10 cent fares. Elderly and handicapped would ride free off peak with higher peak charges, and a plan to charge 25,000 county school pupils full fares was discussed while some riders would remain free under desegregation orders and state rules.
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Elyria approves two year contract for city firemen
City Council in a special session approves a retroactive two year contract with International Association of Fire Fighters Local 474 for Elyria's 72 firemen. The pact, dating July 12 1980 to July 11 1982, provides a 15.7 percent raise, 10 holidays a year, five weeks vacation after 21 years, clothing allowance boost, and a safety committee. Back wages for 1980 9.7 percent pay hike will be paid from related ordinances. Auditor Beverly Renner will issue checks and timing remains unsettled.
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Elyria
Council
Beverly Renner
Bilge pump blamed in explosion destroys cruiser
A Saturday night blast at Key Harbour Marina injured Brookpark woman Marjorie Sirocki and destroyed a 28 foot cabin cruiser. Fire Chief Kropf said the gasoline exploded due to a defective bilge pump. Police noted damage to a second boat moored nearby.
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Luxury townhouses replace Vermilion fish firm
Vermilion approves Ray Full plan to build 30 luxury townhouses on 2.5 acres along Liberty and Main streets after council rejects delays. Kishman Fish Co relocation, underground parking tunneling approved. Police contract gains 7 percent raise. grade separation levy placed for fall ballot if federal funds fall into place.
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