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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1966
Page
5
North Ridgeville council introduced a new conflict of interest ordinance establishing a three member ethics board to be appointed by council. The move follows bitter partisan clashes over who appoints the board and mirrors the city charter. Final passage slated for March 2 after three readings.
Elyria including 1827 Lake Ave home flooded with sympathy as nearly 500 cards arrive for Patty Suter an 8 year old with an inoperable brain tumor. Volunteers offer help and gifts range from dolls to cash while family expresses gratitude and notes cobalt treatments have reached limit.
Elyria officials blast the $8,500 Arthur Anderson water rate study as a runaround and threaten contract cancellation unless results are accelerated. Safety Service Director James Tracey says the city may seek termination after Anderson delays and warns of possible non contract rate changes for township residents and Lorain County extensions.
A cross section of Sheffield Village residents oppose Lorain's plan to annex 5665 French Creek Road area, citing loss of local control and no clear benefits. A mail survey found about half favored against annexation with most reporting Lorain offers no advantages and would raise expenses. Residents urged more information before any decision, while some insist annexation should include entire village or none. Local officials say the move would not align with current community needs.
Elyria discussions focus on relocating the Lorain County Courthouse from downtown. Supporters cite the hotel site as ideal for a larger project to spur growth, while critics warn of disruption to the core area.
Former Elyria High coach Russ Davies Russ Davies Johnny Cabas now Salem High basketball mentor and Ohio High School Basketball Coaches Associa tion president sends greetings and notes his 14 4 Salem Quakers schedule and strong outlook. He recalls rival teams and invites old friends to Elyria. He also mentions April 6 university honors and WIBC tournament opening with 90 year old Mrs. Sarah Kuchler.
Amherst Township residents may attend a public meeting at Spring Lake Park on March 8 at 7 30 pm to seek answers on annexation and township government. Township trustees jointly sponsor with the zoning board and appeals, clerk, inspector, and road supervisor will be present. Officials from Brownhelm Sheffield and Elyria townships will be invited as guests due to annexation proposals by Lorain City.
The city council approved Elyria’s Middle Ave repaving from 16th St to the southern limits. Elyria will pay about 8800 dollars with the state covering more than 50,000. The project, first in 10 years, may remove raised lane dividers.
Oberlin city council expressed confidence in City Manager Donald R. Marquis but voted down raises and a proposed meeting with city employees to hear grievances. The motion to table raises for Marquis and City Auditor Wallace Smith failed, while a minority supported a public or executive session to discuss employee complaints.
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