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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Lorain public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
2027 Water System Operating License Renewal
The city has to pay the Ohio EPA yearly to keep its water system license. The Water Purification Department asked for a purchase order of up to $27,579.76 — and needed a 24-hour-rule waiver just to get it on the agenda.
Questioned sewer line repair on Allison Avenue
A resident described a crew that said it was fixing a leaky valve but instead cut a solid cast iron pipe and patched it with PVC and glue, and asked the city to re-inspect.
Civil Service Records Retention Schedule Update
City departments are updating their document destruction schedules to make sure they follow state laws while holding onto financial and vehicle records long enough for audits and legal needs.
Inherited Utility Liens for New Homebuyers
A newly-arrived resident raised concerns after discovering a $4,000 past-due utility lien from a prior owner attached to his newly purchased property.
Establishment of Utilities Operator-in-Training Eligibility List
Three candidates were placed on an eligibility list for training positions within the Lorain Utilities Department.