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Committee prefers code reference to 1319.08 when drafting penalties

Legislative and Finance Committee, Highland Heights City Council · March 10, 2026
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Summary

When reviewing draft penalties language, the committee recommended referencing section 1319.08 of the code rather than spelling out the term '1st degree misdemeanor.'

During review of draft legislation the committee recommended that penalty language reference section 1319.08 rather than spelling out the phrase "1st degree misdemeanor." The approach was noted in the meeting record as a drafting preference to rely on the code citation.

The transcript excerpt does not record a final vote on the draft ordinance or a full reading of the proposed penalties; the item was placed on the record for continued drafting and consideration.