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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 2009
Page
1
Daniel Petrie, tried as an adult for the Oct. 20, 2007 shooting of his mother, receives a 23 year term. His father Rev. Mark Petrie pleaded for leniency as Petrie appeared emotions, while defense attorney James Kersey cited violent video game addiction including Halo 3 as a factor.
Elyria kept one of its four neighborhood pools open as city budget cuts bite. East Rec pool draws several hundred swimmers while South Park pool remains closed and fees for under 18 rise to 3 dollars. Local families praise limited access amid financial strain.
Elyria faces a worsening budget gap as income tax receipts fall. General fund income taxes are down 18 percent in June and 12 percent for the year, with police levy taxes falling about 12 percent. Auditor Ted Pileski says the city must find more cuts beyond the expected 1 million plus.
Elyria Mayor Bill Grace announced NOACA approved an extra 1.36 million for state Route 57 improvements, easing a 1.76 million shortfall but still leaving 400,000 to cover. The project, totaling 22 million, nears completion with limited federal stimulus funds sought to spur jobs.
Lorain school board weighs extending Superintendent Cheryl Atkinson’s contract by five years amid a tight budget outlook. Some members oppose due to finances and residency issues, while others back keeping the district’s top leader. A levy discussion and contract deadlines loom as the board weighs the move.
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