Lorain Schools Face State Takeover Threat Says Superintendent
Lorain School District may face state takeover if it cannot achieve a C or better in value added and performance index scores within two years. Superintendent Jeff Graham warns compliance unlikely with new state tests and cites progress with the Lorain Academic Commission. He hopes spring 2017 metrics avert a state CEO and new commission and notes his residency and plans while debating Issue 23 levy.
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Elyria settles excessive force suit with police
The city’s insurer paid 148,500 to settle a federal excessive force lawsuit against Elyria Police Department members. The settlement includes a confidentiality pact. the city says no admission of wrongdoing was made. The case stemmed from a Sept 23, 2013, call to the Hales’ Spruce Street home regarding Tony Hale’s alleged suicide attempt.
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Lorain water shutoff prompts owner stand on bills
Lorain mobile home park owner Mayur Bhagat refuses to pay a $2,300 water bill as tenants fail to rent after water was shut off for a second time this year. Bhagat says city plans to demolish the adjacent Shoreway Motel influence his move, while the city denies any purchase offer and council weighs a potential buy.
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Contractor charged with three felonies in demolition scheme
Lorain contractor Don E. Buchs faced three felonies over allegedly taking 7200 dollars and the deed to a house meant for demolition. Rob and Barbara Scheithauer, inheritors of 317 Connecticut Ave, hired him to demolish but he began renovating and kept building supplies as part of the alleged plan.
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