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Lorain Civil Service Commission approves multiple appointments, waives testing for select hires
Summary
At its Dec. 16 meeting the Lorain Civil Service Commission approved laborer, building inspector and police appointments, voted to waive testing provisions for certified candidates and set its next meeting for Jan. 13, 2026. All motions on the agenda passed.
The Lorain Civil Service Commission on Dec. 16, 2025, approved a slate of personnel actions and procedural motions, including appointments to the streets division, a state‑certified building inspector and two exceptional police hires, and voted to waive certain testing requirements for certified candidates.
Safety Service Director Kieran requested the appointment of Jordan Barnard and Jacob Hallowell to laborer positions in the Streets Division of the Lorain Public Property Department; both candidates were described as bringing seasonal and hands‑on municipal experience. The commission moved, seconded and voted to approve both appointments.
Commissioners also considered an exceptional appointment for Christopher Yates to the Building Division of the Building, Housing and Planning Department. Staff described Yates as holding state certifications required for the role and outlined an…
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