Historical society thanks Mineral City Council
Arline Mase, representing the Mineral City Area Historical Society, addressed Mineral City Council at the March 14 meeting after the organization wrapped up its first full year leasing the former Town Hall building.
Mase passed on the gratitude of all members and shared several pieces of information. She said MCAHS has received seven grants that were used for new doors, carpeting, paint, bathroom remodeling, filing cabinets and other improvements. Mase said the group received a $2,000 donation for a new sign.
According to Mase, MCAHS is applying for grants to repair deteriorating bricks on the building’s exterior and obtaining estimates to install a wheelchair ramp. MCAHS is open on Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Other hours are available by appointment by calling 330-432-0771 or 330-343-5371.
In council business
Council approved spending $4,300 to repair a culvert near the intersection of state Route 800 and Sandyville Road. Street Superintendent Sam Moore reported having spoken with the Ohio Department of Transportation and was given permission to remove the guardrail.
Terry Nill, council president and street committee chair, said he has received many positive comments on the sidewalk and curb work performed by the street department.
Council voted unanimously to approve adding Chris Green as a firefighter for the Mineral City Volunteer Fire Department.
Mayor Laurie Green said April 19 is Tusky Valley’s Pay It Forward Day, when students will volunteer to help villages within the school district. Council discussed various areas where the students could be of help.
Green also reminded council Cleanup Day will be held April 13 and asked residents to place all items they want removed to the curb for pickup by Kimble.
Village solicitor Cassidy Wahlie provided council with an update on zoning regulations and ordinances pertaining to junk vehicles.
Mineral City Council meets the second and fourth Thursday each month at 7 p.m. All meetings are open to the public.
