Forrest Bullocks Poised as Elyria City Council President
Elyria councilman Forrest Bullocks of the 2nd Ward is expected to become the new City Council president replacing the retiring Ken Burkhard. Bullocks, in his 18th year on the council, aims to finish his last term in the role his late father Leo Bullocks held for 10 years.
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Elyria Health Insurance Fund Looks Run Down
Elyria’s self insured health fund is dangerously low with 41 000 expected at year end after handling more than 4 8 million in claims. The city increase in employee and city contributions aims to restore balance, but layoffs may slow recovery and 2010 may be needed to stabilize the fund.
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North Ridgeville Sports Park owner faces Jan 22 deadline
Larry Vassil must secure new financing by January 22 to avoid receivership for the 3.6 million dollar 67 acre sports park. Creditors have sued for non payment of lights and equipment and a court hearing in Lorain County Common Pleas Court will determine next steps.
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Former Elyria Schools Leader William Halverson Dies
William Halverson 77 longtime educator former Elyria Schools superintendent from 1986 to 1990 has died at Theda Clark Medical Center Neenah Wisconsin. He guided the district through late 1980s financial strife and later held roles including math and physics teacher high school principal and Ohio State Department of Public Instruction superintendent. His tenure drew mixed reviews yet he was noted for community engagement. His contract was not renewed amid a difficult period for the district.
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Amherst group plans class action over Lorain CRA tax abatements
Former Amherst councilman Chuck Winiarski announced a potential class action against Lorain over Community Reinvestment Act tax abatements for homes in the Amherst school district. He claimed 25 supporters and urged more signers as he criticized the retroactive abatements affecting more than 300 Lorain homes built before 2006. The group weighs a possible settlement between Lorain and Lorain County Auditor Mark Stewart, which Lorain City Council has rejected.
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