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WASHINGTONVILLE -- Council approved legislation that will allow it to move forward with upgrades to the village water tank during Monday's meeting.
The action formally approved the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency director's final findings and orders for the village to begin construction of the bubbling system and have it operational within a certain time, Fiscal Officer Dale Davis explained.
Solicitor Jeffrey Heintz said village officials went through it with Jon Vollnogle of Howell's and Baird Engineers "to see if we could meet the EPA schedule."
Council approved the legislation with a 5-0 vote, with Councilwoman Peggy Frank absent.
Heintz added that the approval included addressing other issues that might occur during the work.
Davis said a $50,000 grant through the county is being used and the bids will be opened in at 11 a.m., Oct. 11 in council chambers in the government building.
In other business, Mayor Herman Frank said the Ohio Regional Income Tax Agency (RITA) will attend council's next regular meeting at 7 p.m. on Oct. 16.
The agency provides services to collect income tax for municipalities in Ohio and its board of trustees is authorized to administer and enforce the income tax laws of each of the participating municipalities.
Frank said representatives asked to be on the beginning of the meeting agenda because they will be attending from Cleveland.
The village has discussed adopting an income tax since voters have repeatedly defeated operating levies that keep the village functioning on a day-to-day basis.
Frank said they will discuss options regarding income tax.
In other business, Police Chief Ken Faust said the 2010 cruiser needs rear brakes and obtained an estimated from Steve's Automotive for rotors, pads and labor of $189.79.
"It I can't get it cheaper, I'll do it myself," Faust, a certified mechanic said.
Frank said, "We all thank you for the extra things you do. We really appreciate it."
Frank also mention that a new D5 liquor license for Yellow Jacket Investments for an old factory at 275 High St. with principals Anthony Perry and Lance Newton.
A D5 permit allows for spirituous liquor for on premises consumption only, beer, wine and mixed beverages for on premises, or off premises in original sealed containers, until 2:30 a.m.
Council also approved renewing it insurance coverage with Public Entities Pool of Ohio for $13,490, an increase of $82 over last year.
The village has $2 million in liability along with property and equipment coverage.
Also, in other business, council approved a motion setting Trick or Treat for 4 to 6 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 29.
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