Richfield, United States (Local)
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RICHFIELD — Richfield Village Council approved sending potential land use regulations governing the use of property as a data center to the Planning and Zoning Commission (PZC) at the April 21 meeting. The resolution authorizes the PZC to study the matter, make a report and give recommendations to Council on data centers. Resident Pat Buckner
SHARON — The Sharon Township Board of Trustees approved new flooring for the Town Hall building at the April 28 meeting. Trustees approved a quote from Rittman-based Swiss Woodcraft for $41,706, which Road Superintendent Bob Turek said was the lowest of three quotes received. Installation of the hardwood flooring is expected to start in the
PENINSULA — Peninsula Village Council heard the first reading on a second attempt to amend the zoning code for off-street parking at the April 28 Council meeting. The ordinance would create a new section on parking requirements in the Commercial and Mixed-Use Districts based on recommendations from the Planning Commission. According to the ordinance, loading
RICHFIELD — The Richfield Township Board of Trustees approved a resolution of support for a coalition against a proposal to eliminate property taxes at the May 7 meeting. Trustee Don Laubacher said the Ohioans to Protect Public Services coalition is made up of more than 70 groups, including the Ohio Township Association, aiming to educate
Shown from left to right: Mayor Michael Wheeler and Council members Sue Ann Philippbar, Jim Smith, Bobbie Beshara, Carol Campbell, Marty Kruszynski, Jeff Stoppenhagen and Rick Hudak Photo: Patrick Shade RICHFIELD — Richfield Village Council narrowly approved changing the name of the village’s senior center at the May 5 meeting. Councilwoman Carol Campbell said the
PENINSULA — Peninsula Village Council approved the renewal of a 1-mill cemetery maintenance tax during its annual joint meeting with the Boston Township Board of Trustees May 12. The Village of Peninsula and Boston Township Union Cemetery Association will continue to provide upkeep of Boston and Cedar Grove cemeteries. The tax was first levied in
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RICHFIELD — Richfield Village Council rejected a proposal to let voters decide on residency requirements for Council positions at the June 2 meeting. Councilman Marty Kruszynski offered the resolution in an attempt to lower the residency requirement from three years to one. He called the current requirement oppressive, and said the resolution would allow more
RICHFIELD — Richfield Village Council approved awarding a bid for a crosswalk project at the June 16 meeting. Planning and Zoning Director Brian Frantz said Village Engineer David Neumeyer solicited bids from Perrin Asphalt, Fechko Excavating and Cavanaugh Building Corp. for a crosswalk and rapid flashing beacon at the intersection of High Street and Broadview
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RICHFIELD — The Richfield Township Board of Trustees approved the selection of a design and build team for an upcoming project at the July 2 meeting. Trustees Don Laubacher and Robert Luther approved EnviroScience and RiverReach Construction to work on the project to restore a retention pond near Wheatley Road and Glencairn Forest Drive back
RICHFIELD — Richfield Village Council approved amending the fee schedule for Fire Department services at motor vehicle scenes at the July 7 meeting. Council approved the changes 6-0, with Councilwoman Bobbie Beshara absent. According to the ordinance, a tiered fee structure per call was established for motor vehicle emergencies, with the fees to be charged
