Due to a water line break that occurred this evening (Wednesday, August 30, 2023) on Reservoir Road in St. Clairsville, the city-wide Boil Order for all Municipal Utility Water Customers that was going to expire tomorrow (Thursday) at 11 A. M. has now been extended and will end this Friday, September 1st at 7:30 P. M.
As a reminder, customers may experience pressure issues and/or discoloration within the 48-Hour Boil Order time frame.
To repeat, all Municipal Utility Water Customers are currently under a Boil Order which will end this Friday, September 1st at 7:30 P. M.
If questions, please contact the Utility Office at 740-695-1410 during regular business hours (Monday through Friday, 8:30 A. M. to 4:30 P. M.). The office will be closed on September 4 in observance of the Labor Day federal holiday.
Thank you.
RESOLUTION NUMBER 2023-30
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING KATHRYN THALMAN, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF
ST. CLAIRSVILLE, TO PREPARE AND SUBMIT AN APPLICATION TO
PARTICIPATE IN THE OHIO PUBLIC WORKS COMMISSION STATE CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT AND/OR LOCAL TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT
PROGRAM(S) AND TO EXECUTE CONTRACTS AS REQUIRED
AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY
WHEREAS, the State Capital Improvement Program and the Local Transportation Improvement Program both provide financial assistance to political subdivisions for capital improvements to public infrastructure; and,
WHEREAS, the City of St. Clairsville is planning to make capital improvements to the Central Park Drainage and Sinkhole; and,
WHEREAS, the infrastructure improvement herein above described is considered to be a priority need for the community and is a qualified project under the OPWC programs.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ST. CLAIRSVILLE, OHIO:
SECTION 1: That the Mayor of the City of St. Clairsville is hereby authorized to apply to the OPWC for funds as described above.
SECTION 2: That the Mayor of the City of St. Clairsville is authorized to enter into any agreements as may be necessary and appropriate for obtaining this financial assistance.
SECTION 3: That this Resolution is declared to be an emergency measure necessary for the immediate preservation of the public health, safety, and welfare of the residents of the City of St. Clairsville, and in order to meet the September 1, 2023, grant funding submission deadline.
SECTION 4: That this Resolution shall take effect and be in force from and after the earliest period allowed by the Charter of the City of St. Clairsville, Ohio.
PASSED at a regular meeting of the Council of the City of St. Clairsville on this 21st day of August, 2023, by the affirmative vote of 5 members of the Council.
Resolution Number 2023-30
ORDINANCE NUMBER 2023-29
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2023-21
IN ORDER TO PROVIDE AN EFFECTIVE DATE FOR SAID LEGISLATION AND
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY
WHEREAS, Council desires to provide for the payment of legal fees incurred by individual Council Members up to the amount of $15,000.00 for outside representation in legal matters that arise from the individual Council Member’s exercise of Council duties during the regular course of Council Meetings and at any other officially sanctioned events as approved by Council.
WHEREAS, Council desires to provide for an effective date of January 1, 2023 for the payment of said legal fees as provided for in Ordinance Number 2023-21.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ST. CLAIRSVILLE, OHIO:
SECTION 1: That Ordinance Number 2023-21 is hereby amended to provide an effective date of January 1, 2023 for the payment of said legal fees as provided for in Ordinance No. 2023-21.
SECTION 2: That this Ordinance is declared to be an emergency measure necessary for the immediate preservation of the public health, safety, and welfare of the residents of the City of St. Clairsville, in order that the proposed amendment can be immediately implemented.
SECTION 3: That this resolution shall take effect and be in force from and after the earliest period allowed by the Charter of the City of St. Clairsville, Ohio.
PASSED at a regular meeting of the Council of the City of St. Clairsville on this 21st day of August, 2023, by the affirmative vote of 5 members of the Council.
Ordinance Number 2023-29
ORDINANCE NUMBER 2023-28
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2023-15 IN ORDER TO CORRECT A
TYPOGRAPHICAL ERROR TO THE RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL WATER
RATES NOT WITHIN CITY LIMITS AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY
WHEREAS, the City of St. Clairsville operates a municipal water system with the responsibility to provide clean potable water to all of its customers; and,
WHEREAS, the cost of production of said potable water is escalating; and,
WHEREAS, it is necessary to have income to meet expenses, plus generate funds for system operation, maintenance, and repair.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ST. CLAIRSVILLE, OHIO:
SECTION 1: That Ordinance Number 2023-15 is hereby amended in order to correct a typographical error in the section entitled “Residential And Commercial Water Rates Not Within City Limits” in order to change the cost per 1,000 gallons listed in Block 1, First 2,000 Gallons from $22.96 per 1,000 Gallons to the correct rate of $22.26 per 1,000 Gallons.
SECTION 2: That the effective date of this Ordinance is July 20, 2023.
SECTION 3: That this Ordinance is declared to be an emergency measure necessary for the immediate preservation of the public health, safety, and welfare of the residents of the City of St. Clairsville, in order that the proposed amendment can be immediately implemented.
SECTION 4: That this Ordinance shall take effect and be in full force from and after the earliest period allowed by the Charter of the City of St. Clairsville, Ohio.
PASSED at a regular meeting of the Council of the City of St. Clairsville on this 21st day of August, 2023 by the affirmative vote of 5 members of the council.
Ordinance Number 2023-28
ORDINANCE 2023-27
AN ORDINANCE TO MAKE INTERFUND TRANSFERS FOR THE NORMAL
EXPENSES AND OTHER EXPENDITURES OF THE CITY OF ST. CLAIRSVILLE,
STATE OF OHIO, FOR THE PERIOD JANUARY 1, 2023 THROUGH DECEMBER 31,
2023 AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ST. CLAIRSVILLE, OHIO:
SECTION 1: That to provide for the normal expenses and other expenditures of the said City of St. Clairsville, Ohio, for the period January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2023, the attached line item transfers are required:
TRANSFERS
Transfer of $35,000 from 1000-910-910-0000 (General Fund Transfers Out) to
2041-931-0000 (Parks & Recreation Fund Transfers In)
SECTION 2: That this Ordinance is declared to be an emergency measure necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, and safety of the residents of the City, so that the City can maintain normal operations.
SECTION 3: That this Ordinance shall take effect and be in force from and after the earliest period allowed by the Charter of the City of St. Clairsville, Ohio.
PASSED at a regular meeting of the Council of the City of St. Clairsville on this 21st day of August, 2023, by the affirmative vote of 5 members of the Council.
Ordinance Number 2023-27
ORDINANCE 2023-26
AN ORDINANCE TO MAKE SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATIONS AND REVENUES
FOR THE NORMAL EXPENSES AND OTHER EXPENDITURES OF THE CITY OF
ST. CLAIRSVILLE, STATE OF OHIO, FOR THE PERIOD JANUARY 1, 2023, T
THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2023, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ST. CLAIRSVILLE, OHIO:
SECTION 1: That to provide for the normal expenses and other expenditures of the said City of St. Clairsville, Ohio, for the period January 1, 2023, through December 1, 2023, the following appropriations and revenues are required:
SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATIONS
GENERAL FUND
1000-715-213-0000 (Medicare) – 500.00
1000-725-100-0000 (Personal Services) – 15,000.00
1000-725-211-0000 (OPERS) – 2,500.00
1000-790-341-0000 (Accounting and Legal Fees) – 65,000.00
1000-790-399-0000 (Other Contractual Services) – 5,000.00
STREET FUND
2011-620-300-0000 (Contractual Services) – 4,000.00
2011-620-420-0000 (Operating Supplies and Materials) – 50,000.00
POLICE FUND
2901-110-340-0000 (Professional and Technical Services) – 7,000.00
2901-110-400-0000 (Operating Supplies and Materials) – 15,000.00
2901-110-433-0000 (Repairs and Maintenance of Motor Vehicles) – 15,000.00
WATER OPERATING FUND
5101-531-100-0000 (Personal Services) – 10,000.00
5101-531-211-0000 (OPERS) – 2,000.00
5101-539-340-0000 – (Professional and Technical Services) – 2,000.00
5101-539-490-0000 (Other Supplies and Materials) – 50,000.00
SEWER OPERATING FUND
5201-549-390-0000 (Other Contractual Services) – 20,000.00
5201-549-398-0000 (Garbage and Trash Removal) – 6,000.00
5201-549-420-0000 (Operating Supplies and Materials)– 50,000.00
5201-549-430-0000 (Repairs and Maintenance) – 40,000.00
ELECTRIC OPERATING
5301-511-430-0000 (Supplies and Materials) – 40,000.00
5301-511-610-0000 (Deposits Refunded) – 5,000.00
SUPPLEMENTAL REVENUES
PARKS AND RECREATION
2041-931-0000 (Transfers In) – 35,000.00
SECTION 2: That this Ordinance is declared to be an emergency measure necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, and safety of the residents of the City, so that the City can maintain normal operations.
SECTION 3: That this Ordinance shall take effect and be in force from and after the earliest period allowed by the Charter of the City of St. Clairsville, Ohio.
PASSED at a regular meeting of the Council of the City of St. Clairsville on this 21st day of August, 2023 by the affirmative vote of 5 members of the Council.
Ordinance Number 2023-26
ST. CLAIRSVILLE CITY COUNCIL
August 8, 2023 Special Meeting
Jim Velas, Council President Kathryn Thalman, Mayor
Don Vincenzo, Council, 1st Ward Jeremy Greenwood, Public Service/Safety Director
Kristi Lipscomb, Council, 3rd Ward Don Smithberger, Super. of General Services
Terra Butler, Council, 4th Ward Annette Whealdon, Finance Director
Linda Jordan, Council-At-Large Matthew Arbenz, Chief of Police
Beth Oprisch, Council-At-Large Tom Murphy, Planning & Zoning Administrator
JC Thrash, Council 2nd Ward Elizabeth Glick, Law Director
Mike Smith, Council-At-Large
The meeting was called to order by Council President Jim Velas at 12:00 pm. President Velas led Council in the Pledge of Allegiance. Members of the public were thanked for their attendance.
ROLL CALL:
Butler HERE Smith HERE
Jordan ABSENT Thrash HERE
Lipscomb HERE Vincenzo HERE
Oprisch HERE
Six (6) Present One (1) Absent
ORDINANCES & RESOLUTIONS: Law Director Elizabeth Glick
FIRST READING
Resolution No. 2023-25 – A RESOLUTION SUBMITTING TO THE ELECTORS OF THE CITY OF ST. CLAIRSVILLE THE QUESTION OF THE RENEWAL OF AN EXISTING NINETY-FIVE HUNDREDTHS (0.95) MILL TAX LEVY FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING AND MAINTAINING MOTOR VEHICLES, COMMUNICATIONS AND OTHER EQUIPMENT USED DIRECTLY IN THE OPERATION OF THE POLICE DEPARTMENT AND PAYMENT OF SALARIES OF PERMANENT POLICE PERSONNEL AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES SET FORTH IN OHIO REVISED CODE §5705.19(J) AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY
A motion was made by Councilwoman Lipscomb that the rules requiring three separate readings be suspended on Resolution No. 2023-25 and that the Resolution, be passed on an emergency basis; seconded by Councilwoman Butler.
ROLL CALL:
Butler YES Smith YES
Jordan ABSENT Thrash YES
Lipscomb YES Vincenzo YES
Oprisch YES
Roll Call Vote: Six (6) YES Zero (0) NO Zero (0) ABSTAIN One (1) ABSENT
Motion Carried
Councilman Thrash made a motion to approve Resolution No. 2023-25, the motion was seconded by Councilwoman Oprisch.
ROLL CALL:
Butler YES Smith YES
Jordan ABSENT Thrash YES
Lipscomb YES Vincenzo YES
Oprisch YES
Roll Call Vote: Six (6) YES Zero (0) NO Zero (0) ABSTAIN One (1) ABSENT
Motion Carried
ADJOURNMENT: With no further business to come before Council, Councilwoman Lipscomb made a motion to adjourn; seconded by Councilman Thrash. The meeting was adjourned at 12:06 P.M.
The next meeting will be Monday, August 21, 2023, at 7:00 P.M. All Councilmembers will be present at the City Building for the next meeting. Members of the public are encouraged to attend the meeting in the Council Chambers.
August 8, 2023 Council Minutes Special Meeting
ST. CLAIRSVILLE CITY COUNCIL
August 7, 2023 Meeting
Jim Velas, Council President Kathryn Thalman, Mayor
Don Vincenzo, Council, 1st Ward Jeremy Greenwood, Public Service/Safety Director
Kristi Lipscomb, Council, 3rd Ward Don Smithberger, Super. of General Services
Terra Butler, Council, 4th Ward Annette Whealdon, Finance Director
Linda Jordan, Council-At-Large Matthew Arbenz, Chief of Police
Beth Oprisch, Council-At-Large Tom Murphy, Planning & Zoning Administrator
JC Thrash, Council 2nd Ward Elizabeth Glick, Law Director
Mike Smith, Council-At-Large
The meeting was called to order by Council President Jim Velas at 7:00 pm. President Velas led Council in the Pledge of Allegiance. Members of the public were thanked for their attendance.
ROLL CALL:
Butler HERE Smith HERE
Jordan HERE Thrash HERE
Lipscomb HERE Vincenzo HERE
Oprisch HERE
Seven (7) Present Zero (0) Absent
MINUTES: Council President Jim Velas confirmed all Councilmembers received the minutes from the July 17th Council Meeting. Councilwoman Butler made a motion to approve the minutes from July 17, 2023, Council Meeting; motion seconded by Councilwoman Lipscomb.
ROLL CALL:
Butler YES Smith YES
Jordan YES Thrash YES
Lipscomb YES Vincenzo YES
Oprisch YES
Roll Call Vote: Seven (7) YES Zero (0) NO Zero (0) ABSTAIN Zero (0) ABSENT
Motion Carried
Council President Jim Velas confirmed all Councilmembers received the minutes from the August 2nd Special Council Meeting. Councilwoman Butler made a motion to approve the minutes from August 2, 2023, Special Council Meeting; motion seconded by Councilwoman Lipscomb.
ROLL CALL:
Butler YES Smith YES
Jordan YES Thrash YES
Lipscomb YES Vincenzo YES
Oprisch YES
Roll Call Vote: Seven (7) YES Zero (0) NO Zero (0) ABSTAIN Zero (0) ABSENT
Motion Carried
NEW BUSINESS: Mayor Thalman asked the Council for their consideration in the reappointment of Brad Breisch for the Board of Architectural Review.
Councilwoman Oprisch made a motion to approve Mayor Thalman’s reappointment of Brad Breisch for the Board of Architectural Review; Councilwoman Butler seconded the motion.
ROLL CALL:
Butler YES Smith YES
Jordan YES Thrash YES
Lipscomb YES Vincenzo YES
Oprisch YES
Roll Call Vote: Seven (7) YES Zero (0) NO Zero (0) ABSTAIN Zero (0) ABSENT
Motion Carried
Mayor Thalman asked the Council for their consideration in the reappointment of Peggy Riccadonna for the Board of Architectural Review.
Councilwoman Jordan made a motion to approve Mayor Thalman’s reappointment of Peggy Riccadonna for the Board of Architectural Review; Councilwoman Oprisch seconded the motion.
ROLL CALL:
Butler YES Smith YES
Jordan YES Thrash YES
Lipscomb YES Vincenzo YES
Oprisch YES
Roll Call Vote: Seven (7) YES Zero (0) NO Zero (0) ABSTAIN Zero (0) ABSENT
Motion Carried
Councilman Vincenzo reported receiving several calls from residents on Crisswell Drive, who are seeking the Council’s permission to shut down a portion of the street to host their annual block party on September 2nd.
Councilwoman Lipscomb made a motion to allow the residents of Crisswell Drive to host their annual block party on September 2nd; Councilman Vincenzo seconded the motion.
ROLL CALL:
Butler YES Smith YES
Jordan YES Thrash YES
Lipscomb YES Vincenzo YES
Oprisch YES
Roll Call Vote: Seven (7) YES Zero (0) NO Zero (0) ABSTAIN Zero (0) ABSENT
Motion Carried
CITIZEN HEARING: None
CORRESPONDENCE: None
REPORTS:
Mayor Kathryn Thalman announced that the Meet the Team event will occur on August 16th at the stadium. The event welcomes teams and kids back to school, and citizens are encouraged to attend. Thalman also met with Jeremy, Jeff, Ron, and Mike Reed to discuss infrastructure and water projects. She hosted a meeting with other mayors to discuss APA funding and participated in the Cool Fest, where there was an Earth, Wind, and Fire Tribute Band.
Service/Safety Director Jeremy Greenwood gave an update on the various meetings he had attended since the last Council meeting. The water nodes and water meters were still being worked on, and there was an EPA meeting about the Dorothy Tank. Negotiations were made for the West End Route 40 waterline property easements, and the I 70 Waterline Project was progressing. All pipes have been installed, and the water will be filled to disinfect and test it tomorrow. The construction of the water distribution project was ongoing, and they had completed work on Young Lane. They were investigating waterline areas that were inaccurate in their mapping and are still working on notifications. The bearings for the third screw pump with the sewer plant were installed. They were still working on sinkholes, culvert replacements, and building projects. They were also updating administrative policies and procedures and contract negotiations. The water tanks would be cleaned the week of the 21st, and the electric department was doing maintenance and service work. The water and wastewater department had 21 breaks this year. They fixed hydrants, curb boxes, and valves when possible and updated policies and procedures. The street department was patching potholes and fixing sinkholes.
Councilwoman Oprisch asked if title searches have been completed for the houses the City is purchasing on Neffs Street. Mr. Greenwood stated that the title searches should be conducted by the end of the week. Councilwoman Jordan asked why the City was purchasing these houses. Mr. Greenwood noted that the City is purchasing the homes because there is a sinkhole near central park and that the City could use the property as access.
Councilman Vincenzo asked Mr. Greenwood if the Streets would be paved in Spring Drive once the taps for the houses were complete. Mr. Greenwood stated that once the taps are complete, they will scope the sewer line to confirm the condition, and the street can be paved if they are in good condition. Furthermore, Councilman Vincenzo asked about the status of the inground fuel tank at the City Garage. Mr. Greenwood stated that the project is almost complete and are waiting on inspectors. Councilman Smith asked Mr. Greenwood how much the tank cost. Mr. Greenwood noted he didn’t have exact figures, but it was around $360,000. Councilman Smith asked Mr. Greenwood if the City took bids on the fuel tanks. Mr. Greenwood stated that the City did not take bids, but rather used cooperative purchasing. Mr. Smith asked if that is State Purchasing, which Mr. Greenwood agreed.
Police Chief Matt Arbenz [ABSENT] Lieutenant TJ Stewart reported that in July, there were 453 calls for service, 1 SWAT team callout, 82 arrests, 21 warrants served, four domestic violence callouts, and 117 traffic stops.
Finance Director Annette Whealdon reported that she is back at work after taking a week off and that the audit is still ongoing. Annette has not heard from the auditor since returning to work, and the auditor did not send anything to Dana during that time either. Regarding the annual financial statement, Annette shared that it is complete and in draft form at the state auditor’s office. Once approved, it will become public, and Annette will provide a copy when it becomes available. It covers the year 2022.
Planning & Zoning Administrator Tom Murphy reported that he spoke with Jim last week about the idea of a designated outdoor refreshment area (DORA) that the owners of the Newellstown Diner proposed. Mr. Murphy noted that this would allow businesses with the ability to sell alcoholic beverages to have a designated outdoor area for patrons to enjoy their drinks instead of just taking up sidewalk space in front of their business. The legislative authority for the city, which would be the Council, would need to set up guidelines for this type of area, and it’s being suggested that a Committee be formed to research the requirements further and present them to the Council for approval. Mr. Murphy noted that this is all very preliminary, but it’s worth looking into further.
Councilwoman Oprisch, Councilwoman Lipscomb, and Councilman Thrash have offered to be on the Committee; they will meet to investigate the requirements and guidelines and develop a recommendation to the Council.
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
Finance Chair Don Vincenzo No report.
Utilities Chair Terra Butler reported that the Utility Committee met before the Council meeting, discussing the monthly billing report and granting two sewer credit requests.
Police Chair Mike Smith No report.
Streets – North Side Chair Mike Smith spoke to three Pinecrest households. They expressed concern about the poor condition of Pinecrest, Greentree, and Legion roads.
Streets – South Side Chair JC Thrash No report.
Safety Chair JC Thrash No report.
Buildings and Grounds Chair Beth Oprisch reported that on July 18th, the Building and Grounds Committee met, where they scheduled a joint meeting between the city and junior sports planned for August 22nd at 6 pm in the city building. Also, at the Buildings and Grounds Meeting, they discussed acquiring titles for properties on Nest Street to address the sinkhole and the potential to improve the road to junior sports for safer vehicle travel.
Planning Commission Chair Kristi Lipscomb No report
Fire Chair Linda Jordan No report.
Recreation Chair Kristi Lipscomb announced that the fall festival will take place on Saturday, September 9th. The rec center will host a craft and vendor show, and there will be events outside. They are currently accepting applications for 25 vendor spots, each for $25. You can sign up by calling the rec center or visiting the website. All sports signups from the last meeting are still open.
Park District Chair Linda Jordan No report.
ORDINANCES & RESOLUTIONS: Law Director Elizabeth Glick
FIRST READING
Resolution No. 2023-24 – A RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE COUNTY AUDITOR TO CERTIFY TO THE CITY OF ST. CLAIRSVILLE THE TOTAL CURRENT TAX VALUATION OF THE CITY OF ST. CLAIRSVILLE AND THE DOLLAR AMOUNT OF REVENUE THAT WOULD BE GENERATED BY NINETY-FIVE HUNDREDTHS (0.95) MILL RENEWAL LEVY FOR THE ST. CLAIRSVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY
A motion was made by Councilwoman Oprisch that the rules requiring three separate readings be suspended on Resolution No. 2023-24 and that the Resolution, be passed on an emergency basis; seconded by Councilman Thrash.
ROLL CALL:
Butler YES Smith YES
Jordan YES Thrash YES
Lipscomb YES Vincenzo YES
Oprisch YES
Roll Call Vote: Seven (7) YES Zero (0) NO Zero (0) ABSTAIN Zero (0) ABSENT
Motion Carried
Councilman Thrash made a motion to approve Resolution No. 2023-24, the motion was seconded by Councilwoman Butler.
ROLL CALL:
Butler YES Smith YES
Jordan YES Thrash YES
Lipscomb YES Vincenzo YES
Oprisch YES
Roll Call Vote: Seven (7) YES Zero (0) NO Zero (0) ABSTAIN Zero (0) ABSENT
Motion Carried
ADJOURNMENT: With no further business to come before Council, Councilwoman Oprisch made a motion to adjourn; seconded by Councilwoman Butler. The meeting was adjourned at 7:45 P.M.
The next meeting will be Monday, August 7, 2023, at 7:00 P.M. All Councilmembers will be present at the City Building for the next meeting. Members of the public are encouraged to attend the meeting in the Council Chambers.
August 7, 2023 Council Minutes
PRESS RELEASE
TO: MEDIA AND RESIDENTS
FROM: CITY OF ST. CLAIRSVILLE
SUBJECT: WATER USE REDUCTION REQUEST AND WATER-RELATED PROJECTS UPDATE
DATE: AUGUST 18, 2023
RELEASE: IMMEDIATE
ST. CLAIRSVILLE, OH – The City of St. Clairsville is asking that its water customers voluntarily reduce water consumption for the next two weeks. Specifically, the following steps would help to reduce consumption:
- only wash full loads when doing laundry or running the dishwasher;
- shorten showers;
- postpone car washing, or watering lawns and landscaping; and
- do not leave tap water running. Use only as needed.
The week of August 21, a contractor will be cleaning each of the two main water tanks situated behind the Municipal Building. Since the water will be drained from each tank in turn, be aware that this process will result in water running along Newell Avenue in the direction of the stormwater sewer system.
Three other water line related projects are spread across the City: the contractor on the $8 million Water Distribution System Improvements Project (Phase 1 and 2A) is making progress on needed water line and tap replacements; the Reservoir Road/I-70 Water Line Project is nearing completion; and the West End Water Distribution System Improvements Project is about to get underway. All of these major water infrastructure projects are long overdue. Once the City implements the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency’s mandate to connect to the Belmont County water system, these projects will ease the burden on all municipal water customers.
The City thanks residents in advance for their patience and efforts to conserve water which will help avoid additional requests.
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PR_Water use reduction request and water project updates_Aug 18 2023
PRESS RELEASE
TO: MEDIA AND RESIDENTS
FROM: CITY COUNCIL PRESIDENT JIM VELAS
SUBJECT: CITY COUNCIL DESIGNATED OUTDOOR REFRESHMENT AREA (DORA) STUDY COMMITTEE
DATE: AUGUST 18, 2023
RELEASE: IMMEDIATE
The new City Council Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) Study Committee will meet next Wednesday, August 23, at 6 P. M. in the Municipal Building’s Council Chamber (100 North Market Street). This committee will study the concept of a Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) in relation to existing City ordinances and local qualifications. The Ohio General Assembly amended the Ohio Revised Code (Section 4301.82), effective on March 23, 2022, to create this exemption from certain open container provisions.
Members of the public are invited to attend this meeting.
If questions during normal business hours on Monday through Friday (8:30 A. M. – 4:30 P. M.), please call 740-695-1324 to speak with the Council Clerk, Jacob DeBertrand.
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