Elyria County approves 0.25 percent sales tax hike plan
The commissioners unanimously approve a 0.25 percent sales tax increase for five years, raising the rate from 6.25 to 6.5 percent in April if voters approve in November. The move aims to cover a projected 2012 budget gap of about 6.2 million while seeking new revenue sources and potential future cuts.
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Ted Kale
Tom Williams
Williams
Kale
Lori Kokoski
Rais
Kokoski
Demolition Likely for Elyria City Hall on Broad Street
The old City Hall in Elyria faces mold mildew and standing water chaos prompting a plan to salvage public records and abandon the building. Safety director says demolition is likely and decisions rest with the next administration.
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Broad Street
Safety Service
Chris Eichenlaub
Chuck Humel
Chronicle
Elyria City Hall
Bill Grace
Elyria and union reach tentative three year pact
Elyria advances a three year contract with AFSCME in a preliminary agreement tied to the firefighters union. A me too clause ensures roughly 165 AFSCME employees receive a raise if the firefighters obtain one, regardless of percentage. The August firefighter contract goes to a conciliator for final decision.
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Elyria
American Federation of State
Council
Chris Eichenlaub
Afscme
Eichenlaub
Election board to determine Gilchrist voting locale
Lorain County hearing will decide whether Lorain Service Director Robert Gilchrist votes in the 2nd Ward or 8th Ward in the November general election. The board will focus on current voting location while past alleged votes from 2009 to 2011 are noted as part of the ongoing investigation.
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Sheffield Twp
Lorain
Elections Board
Paul Adams
Summer Fun With Safety Forces In Open Heart Camp
Emily Kennedy reports on Operation Open Heart week long summer camp in Vermilion where 32 youths ages 6 to 17 ride with police fire and highway patrol around Lorain County. Officers explain life and service as sirens lead to outdoor games and trips. The program, run by the non profit founded in 1962 by retired Trooper David Harper, aims to inspire future public servants.
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Ridge Road
Heart
Lorain County
Pozywak
Operation
Open Heart
Ohio Highway Patrol
David Harper
Bruce Bishop
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