Moderator:
TMACOG staff: Tim W. Brown
Commissioner Mark Stahl provided an
update on his use, and distribution, of TMACOG’s energy resolution which was
passed by TMACOG’s executive committee. He also spoke about the Federal Energy
Regulatory Commissions actions pertaining to a resilient and reliable energy
portfolio for the nation. Representative Steve Arndt provided an update on hearings
in Columbus on energy legislation.
Lake Erie and meeting the 40%
phosphorous reduction goal was discussed. Commissioner Carol Contrada provided
information about GLRI grants and programs, impairment designations, and two-stage
ditches. Ottawa County Commissioner Mark
Coppeler shared information from a conference call with the U.S. EPA. Sandusky County Commissioner Charles
Schwochow, and Ottawa County Engineer Ron Lajti talked about farmer efforts to
help clean up rivers and streams in the Lake Erie watershed. TMACOG grants to farmers for drainage control
structures was also discussed.
Lucas County Engineer Keith Earley
provided an update on infrastructure spending and funding from both the federal
government and state. Engineer Ron Lajti
spoke about heavier truck loads impacting area bridges. Rep. Arndt spoke about HB 415 and his efforts
to get more money back to local governments to spend on important local
priorities.
Sandusky County Commissioners Kay
Reiter and Scott Miller talked about their recent property tax levy for the
purpose of creating a drug task force.
They spoke about some of the progress they are making with innovative
approaches and requirements in Sandusky County to prevent drug overdose
deaths. Required drug treatment
enrollment for repeat users is having a positive impact there.
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