City Council Approves Emergency Measures Amid Public Concerns

During a recent city council meeting in Columbiana, several key resolutions and an ordinance were approved, including a request to reschedule a local block party and emergency measures related to public safety and infrastructure.

The council unanimously approved a motion to reschedule the North Elm Street block party, originally set for June 18, 2024, to September 15, 2024, due to weather concerns. All council members voted in favor of the motion.

In a series of emergency resolutions, the council authorized the city manager to enter into a memorandum of understanding with the Columbiana Exempted Village School District. This agreement will allow the city to receive funds specifically for the wages and benefits of two school resource officers assigned to district schools. Another resolution accepted funds from the Columbiana County Board of Commissioners to support the assignment of an officer to the county drug force.

Additionally, the council passed an emergency ordinance allowing the city manager to advertise for bids related to the Crestview Road and Fairfield School Road raw water line project, aimed at improving local infrastructure.

The meeting also featured a public comment segment, where resident Patty Charti expressed concerns regarding a local event known as the \"witch walk.\" She urged the council to consider the implications of such events, describing them as potentially harmful and asking for a reevaluation of their approval.

The council concluded the meeting without further action, emphasizing their commitment to public engagement and transparency.