PENINSULA VILLAGE
The Village of Peninsula Council met in regular session on September 8, 2014. Mayor Mayer awarded Officer Elizabeth Mettler a commendation for her efforts performing lifesaving actions on August 17, 2014. Representatives from Summit County presented information to members about the sales tax increase and asked for Council’s approval of legislation to support the effort. Charles Hawk of the Regional Income Tax Agency (RITA) presented a proposal for municipal income tax collection services. Several residents attended the meeting to express their concerns with the proposed Bow Hunting legislation. Sponsor Councilman Schall, after taking into consideration the comments, withdrew the legislation. He said he may introduce it sometime in the future with the residents’ concerns to be addressed.
Mayor Mayer announced that the October Council meeting will be on Tuesday, October 14th due to the Columbus Day Holiday. Chief Varga explained the proposed Senior Watch program. Information and applications may be found on the Village’s website or may be picked up at the Village Hall.
Council approved the legislation supporting the Summit County sales tax increase, the Senior Watch Program and a Police Taser Policy.
Upcoming Meetings:
October 9, 2014 Board of Zoning Appeals at 7:00 pm.
October 14, 2014 Council’s next regular session meeting
Non-emergency Police and Fire Department: 330-657-2911
Mayor’s Office: 330-657-2151
Fiscal Office/Zoning: 330-657-2714
Service (Road) Department: 330-657-2085
Check the Library, Post Office, Village Hall, Terry Lumber, and the Fire Station for postings.
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| John D. Steigel, Fiscal Officer |