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Nelsonville government change could be delayed by years, attorney says
If the state sues over procedural problems, implementation of changes to Nelsonville city government could be on hold for up to three years.
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Officials warn of potential pitfalls of abolishing Nelsonville city charter
Issue 23, an initiative to abolish the city charter, was the topic of a special meeting of Nelsonville City Council Monday night.
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Nelsonville council moves on ballot initiative
The council’s action precedes an emergency Board of Elections meeting on Thursday, which will determine the outcome of the proposed Nov. 5 ballot initiative.
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Nelsonville council discusses jail foot traffic
Residents say they fear their personal safety as a result of former inmates from the regional jail walking Riverside Drive when stranded without a ride upon release.
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Board of elections denies protest against Nelsonville streets levy
Former councilman Greg Smith filed a protest against the city’s vote to place a renewal of the 5-year general maintenance levy.
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Judge: Nelsonville council must consider ordinance on charter petition (Updated)
The city has appealed the order and requested a stay of the order. Another hearing is scheduled for Friday, Aug. 2.
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Petitioners seek court orders for Nelsonville ballot initiative (Update)
Two Nelsonville residents want the judge to force the city to place an initiative to abolish the city charter on the November ballot.
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Nelsonville Mayor’s Court officially set to return
The city council unanimously voted to reinstate the court, which has not met for eight months. It also plans to ask voters in November to renew a street maintenance levy.
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Citizens revive initiative to abolish Nelsonville City Charter
The city received a notice in May that five qualified voters are commencing an initiative to reset the city’s form of government — but big questions around procedure remain.
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Nelsonville City Council to reinstitute mayor’s court
The court — which has generated up to $44,000 in fees in previous years — hasn’t been in session since November 2023.
