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• Village Council— Council dips into mayor’s role

  By Lauren HeatonJune 11, 2015

  

  At its meeting Monday, June 1, Village Council held an initial discussion on potential revisions to the Village Charter, including the replacement of mayor with a member of Village Council.

• Police officer Meister commended in Council

  By Lauren Heaton

  

  On behalf of Village Council at its meeting Monday, Police Chief David Hale presented Officer David Meister with a commendation for exceptional service in the line of duty.

• Sidewalks by Tom’s up next for repairs

  By Megan Bachman

  

  Sidewalks along the west side of Xenia Avenue downtown will be replaced this summer as part of a multi-year Village “streetscape” project.

• Village Council— No easy options for sidewalks

  By Diane ChiddisterJune 4, 2015

  

  There were no easy options presented by Assistant Village Manager John Yung in his report on local sidewalks to Village Council at its May 18 meeting.

• Yellow Springs Police survey results—A desire for community engagement

  By Megan BachmanMay 28, 2015

  

  Three-quarters of respondents in a survey on police and the Village said they would like the police to engage with the community more often, including by patrolling more on bicycle and foot instead of in their cruisers and visiting schools to speak with students.

• Council gives final approval for new landlord law

  By Diane Chiddister

  

  At Village Council’s May 18 meeting, Council gave final approval to a new policy regarding delinquent utility bills, bringing to an end several months of sometimes contentious protest.

• Water Alert

  By YS News StaffMay 26, 2015

  

  Due to a faulty valve in the water distribution system causing a short interruption in water service in the area south of Herman Street this morning, it is necessary for the Village to issue a boil advisory for Herman Street and all streets south.

• Local policing survey results

  By Megan Bachman

  

  A desire for more engagement between the police and the community was at the top of a list of suggestions for the Yellow Springs Police Department in a recent online survey. Overall, respondents said they were satisfied with the YSPD, while numerous cited their concerns.

• Village Council— Ways to reduce waste eyed

  By Diane ChiddisterMay 21, 2015

  

  How can Village government collect villagers’ solid waste and recyclables in the most environmentally sustainable manner? And could changes in current Village rate structures encourage villagers to reduce their solid waste?

• News survey— Village police elicit mixed responses

  By Megan Bachman

  

  Some villagers fear for their own safety because they believe the Yellow Springs Police Department unfairly targets them. Others believe the police force is so professional and respectful that any critique of the force is unjustified.