Pease urges grassroots campaign approach in final race
U S representative Don J. Pease told Elyria Rotarians that money should not dominate politics. He argued candidates should rely on grassroots support while warning against large PAC or special interest donations. Pease noted campaign costs rise with TV advertising and predicted Mueller and Brown may each spend over 600000, but offered no direct endorsement.
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Ditch lands developer in hot water in North Ridgeville
North Ridgeville developer Frank Dettore faces a pre trial hearing over a ditch that Costin says destroyed land on Schafer Drive and creates a serious safety risk. Costin seeks more than 20000 for flood damage a collapsed foundation and soggy yard amid record rainfall. He accuses city officials of ignoring his complaints while mosquito breeding water fills the ditch and residents fear injuries. City Law Director said Costin has no claim against the city.
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Oberlin schools postpone levy try
Oberlin voters will not see a 0.5 percent school income tax on the November ballot due to limited public support. The 2-1 vote postponed the issue to force a February special election, as residents currently pay a 1 percent tax approved in 1990.
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Elyria official rails against jail expansion plan
Elyria law director David Taylor opposes a 222 bed jail addition and urges bail reform to free beds. He argues bail bonds profit for bondsmen and supports state funding help. Commissioners push a 0.25 percent sales tax for jail expansion, amid a heated exchange between candidates Mary Jo Vasi and Mary Jo Cook.
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Accelerating the Hidden Costs of Driving Explained
A World Resources Institute study argues government policies subsidize highway travel by 300 billion dollars yearly, equating to 1200 dollars per person. It highlights free parking, high road spending, and external costs as underpriced burdens, proposing taxes and mileage-based charges to curb driving.
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