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“My wife and I invested in some property on Cleveland Road 1514...There seems to be some discussion here recently on access to Juniper Road,” Bickley told council. He said the east side of the road is owned “almost exclusively by Mr. Steve West and myself and my wife” and asked that the city meet with property owners before decisions are made. Bickley said he is willing to stone or pave the road and that he and his wife are prepared to bring deeds or past documentation requested by council.

Council members said the safety committee will review the matter and that meetings on the issue are open to the public. Council member Dyke specifically requested that safety staff consider the surrounding Maple Avenue area as they study access and traffic concerns; he noted businesses nearby experience congestion during drop-off and pickup times.

City Manager Hamilton said the city has studied the area and obtained an engineering estimate from OHM for constructing Maple Avenue with utilities. ‘‘We actually had OHM give us an engineer's estimate for constructing it with utilities and everything else, and it came in right around $4,000,000 by the time we put sanitary and water in, all utilities and constructed a new road,’’ Hamilton said. He said the project is on the city’s radar and that timing will depend on capital planning and finding the appropriate funding.

Hamilton also noted that sanitary infrastructure is a primary cost driver: ‘‘I think sanitary is one of the big issues that we'd have to come off Cleveland Road,’’ he said.

No formal action or ordinance relating to Juniper Road access was recorded at the July 22 meeting; council directed staff and the safety committee to continue studying the matter and to meet with affected property owners as requested.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Huron City Council Regular Meeting 7-22-25","oneSentenceSummary","A resident whose family owns property near Juniper Road asked council to consult owners before making access changes; city staff and council noted broader infrastructure constraints on Maple Avenue, including an OHM estimate of roughly $4 million to construct the road with utilities.","taxTitle","Huron City Council, Huron, Erie County, Ohio","taxId",72336,"location","Ohio","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":81,"_47":82,"_49":83,"_51":84,"_53":85,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":86,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":87,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6157463,"Huron introduces public power regulations and proposed rate changes to fund transformer and meter costs",261,1799000,2060000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5465127-21dc07f3c2e8dba164e945e640047ad8&start=1799&end=2060","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5465127-21dc07f3c2e8dba164e945e640047ad8/thumbnail_1799000.jpg","/articles/6157463/Ohio/Huron-introduces-public-power-regulations-and-proposed-rate-changes-to-fund-transformer-and-meter-costs","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6157463-b0f10e76268348a37e97a78e1cffc149/orig.mp4?Expires=1771036974&Signature=D6Ihg0eAb3nKKV6MUGzL6CjQO5ferk7HjEmYXRX6UghlIrHIAYVZNiF9fkp74K6Zz8SHMUYxKPM54E-WoJ1PSDVQ4NvNG03HnUHB3fosp9BpFF02r4qUNeCqTcQKQY-973mE0GMY6I9XaoN8M2ZS02WJqKawZOLQX36IcERUZ8aIX05z7FX3zoEmNIxbV5joYxVLXcpK2FLZArC7sdiZ9hOHTdBqvouCsKsMhmLyx1Ta~00~OCIe2de4j8FHJhSe4P2xI7MYQBncK~VT1AjT8lgzdGllP~oFml8TfccelLhSb5M2sivHS8E5EEjdJRp-Ga7GcGeuALC~AsdGRLWbQw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Huron — The City Council placed on its first reading Ordinance No. 2025-18 on July 22, which would add a new Chapter 925 to the codified ordinances to govern Huron Public Power (HPP) and establish updated regulations and rates.

Mr. Schrader introduced the legislation and City staff explained the changes are intended to cover debt service for a third transformer and to provide a modest capital funding mechanism. ‘‘This rate increase will cover the new debt we're bringing on for the third transformer, and it will let us keep a moderate fund balance,’’ City Manager Hamilton said. He emphasized the utility’s goal: ‘‘We are not here to make money. We're here just to make sure that we can keep providing affordable electric service to our customers.’’

Staff described three main elements: a rate increase tied to debt service, a small capital rider billed by kilowatt-hour to build the capital fund, and a new $15 meter charge to help cover meter maintenance and replacement costs. Hamilton said meters can cost between $2,000 and $5,000 to replace, and the new service charge will help recoup those costs.

The ordinance also removes a prior $650,000 cap on distribution costs that staff said limited flexibility when rates change. If passed on all three readings the changes would go into effect Sept. 1; staff said they have notified customers via email and invoice flyers and will accept public comment at subsequent readings.

Council asked about who is affected; Finance/utility staff said the initial customers for this public power operation are commercial accounts at the corporate park and one customer at the industrial park, with residential expansion considered later if economically feasible. ‘‘We only do commercial customers at this point. Ideally, at some point down the line, we would love to do a residence as well,’’ Hamilton said.

Council did not adopt the ordinance at first reading; the legislation was introduced and placed on the record so residents may comment at the remaining readings.","Council placed on first reading an ordinance to create a new public power chapter and to adjust rates for Huron Public Power, including a capital rider, removal of a distribution cap and a $15 monthly meter charge; staff said changes are intended to cover new debt and capital needs.",{"_33":89,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":90,"_41":91,"_43":92,"_45":93,"_47":94,"_49":95,"_51":96,"_53":97,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":98,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":99,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6157468,"Huron hires contractor for District 2 sidewalk repairs; city to bill property owners for unfinished work",77,835000,912000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5465127-21dc07f3c2e8dba164e945e640047ad8&start=835&end=912","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5465127-21dc07f3c2e8dba164e945e640047ad8/thumbnail_835000.jpg","/articles/6157468/Ohio/Huron-hires-contractor-for-District-2-sidewalk-repairs-city-to-bill-property-owners-for-unfinished-work","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6157468-dd064e6e521c5499d0e3b31771d69f39/orig.mp4?Expires=1771036974&Signature=ANQs3VJFoe3nHON3Mq0DUB2ki4wsCMH1OOFGHe4dxz3lpSikW~X9ExKmJX50TSHb-NC4MwYV95B4cbsZv966WqYuDiM9C~rpPvraPM1MriCPIio9sk6DsxAJ5wgBbEXGKcN7wh89xi1dSXobl0CMIeEITey0q1JqRdMgRT8YoftpQI-rz0A2tWnMG3OWaXMsS2Q5Bw6yGvtwV7tL6829~KryNvC6aV0bnMhNN0Hf-8utjBTl6ZtCW32WMI3SyCFEArFc9MjwzciHvCtadxog0Ympos~NRWiDqoLo9mvUgtHOkGAEODQjLTYr-1D5zPw3j~j1799WozEb6OiWLAiw8g__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Huron — The City of Huron authorized the city manager to enter an agreement with Smith Paving and Excavating Inc. for up to $30,000 to perform sidewalk removal, replacement and edge grinding in District 2 as part of the city’s sidewalk maintenance program.

Resolution No. 47-2025 was placed on the record July 22 after staff described the multi-step inspection and notice process that led to city-contracted repairs. City Manager Hamilton told council the city inspected sidewalks, sent courtesy letters, re-inspected and issued first notices; some residents completed repairs, others have not. ‘‘Tomorrow, final notices will be sent out to the residents, the ones who haven't done the work already. They'll have 30 days to complete that work,’’ Hamilton said.

Hamilton described the enforcement sequence: if property owners do not complete the repairs within 30 days of the final notice, the city will have Smith Paving perform the work on the city's behalf, then invoice the property owner. ‘‘Anyone who doesn't pay the city within 30 days of that invoice, those properties will be assessed over a 4 year period for the work done,’’ Hamilton said.

Council members asked questions about the district map and which streets were included; staff confirmed the packet’s map shows District 2 and identified several peripheral neighborhoods without sidewalks. The resolution authorizes the manager to accept the contractor proposal and execute an agreement not to exceed $30,000 for District 2 sidewalk work.

Council approved the resolution on the record following discussion and the roll-call vote. Staff said the final notices will be mailed the next day and enforcement timelines will follow as presented.

No alternate funding source or grant for the work was discussed in the record; staff described the action as a maintenance program step and enforcement of property-owner responsibilities for sidewalks in the identified zone.","Council authorized agreement with Smith Paving and Excavating Inc. for up to $30,000 to remove and replace sidewalks in District 2; residents who fail to complete required repairs after notice will have the work done by the city and be invoiced, with unpaid balances assessed over four years.",{"_33":101,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":102,"_41":103,"_43":104,"_45":105,"_47":106,"_49":107,"_51":108,"_53":109,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":110,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":111,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6157473,"Huron accepts $167,500 anonymous donation for new police marine patrol boat",244,1024000,1268000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5465127-21dc07f3c2e8dba164e945e640047ad8&start=1024&end=1268","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5465127-21dc07f3c2e8dba164e945e640047ad8/thumbnail_1024000.jpg","/articles/6157473/Ohio/Huron-accepts-167500-anonymous-donation-for-new-police-marine-patrol-boat","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6157473-d9e58458c23644613e2e28f14a2cd174/orig.mp4?Expires=1771036974&Signature=N-wiJs-cZeOnHyMy7m1bZ343agtYf8hMCSStUbfI3n0DWn-mZ1lTaDleoRFfjeLcfkAQl4l0seOoAJpL26s~Z38hk3LUYJ3uN9Txd0HaoTQ-IEhakFwvYJZaHZlwNEmEQ7rA~MGp4R6JTXz-XPn3c1eeDh-sy5dYCKyVbmTkOXh3M4uZxK-jw2UY~3R6JcvYMexSdHjGm1~GMTicL3pju94a6JgweLOb2Yw8lzd5AJzL4M1uknXdvh8oTekaYP7daI~xUYzXOdigOY4EJlKTI~lGaUWXsgNbfcNosLps1Ln4~e91TaTLIL3UFwK12NSS3M-jy49r5BW~wi4Ud6Q8Tw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Huron — The Huron City Council voted to accept an anonymous private donation of $167,500 to purchase a new marine patrol boat for the Huron Police Department and placed related supplemental appropriations on the record at its July 22 meeting.

The city manager moved to accept the donation on behalf of the City of Huron; council approved the motion by roll call. The donation will fund the purchase through Castaway Yacht Sales in Port Clinton. The city’s prepared resolution (No. 48-2025) authorizes the manager to enter into an agreement to buy the vessel for the Police Department in an amount not to exceed $167,500.

The donation covers a discounted purchase price the chief said is lower than the boat’s listed value. “I am so proud and honored and humbled to announce that an anonymous private donor has offered to purchase the Huron Police Department a brand new 2025 marine patrol boat,” Chief Grama said during his prepared remarks. He told council the donor “does not want to be identified or recognized,” and that the donation will not affect the department’s annual marine patrol grant, which pays for overtime, maintenance, fuel, storage and dockage.

Chief Grama said the department’s current boat is more than 26 years old and has experienced repeated engine problems this year. He told council he has researched new outboard motors but found none available through the state, and that new motors alone could cost up to $100,000 — an amount not included in the 2025 budget. He also said the new boat will be equipped with updated electronics and communications equipment.

Council and staff emphasized that the city will not spend the donated funds until the donation is received and properly accounted for. City Manager Hamilton said the donation “will not be expended until we have the donation in hand and has been properly accounted for.”

When asked whether the boat could enter service this season, Chief Grama said he hopes to have the vessel in service this year but that commissioning depends on equipment delivery and installation.

The supplemental appropriation ordinance introduced the same night (Ordinance 2025-17) includes $167,500 for the boat; the ordinance also included other budget items and was placed on its first reading. City staff said the boat will be taken out of service at the end of the season and eventually sold when the new vessel is operational.

Council thanked the donor during the meeting and moved the acceptance on the record. No identifying information about the donor was provided to the council or included in the public record.","City council accepted an anonymous $167,500 donation to buy a new 2025 marine patrol boat for the Huron Police Department; council also placed related supplemental appropriation on the record.","actionData","errors"]

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