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The following is an AI Generated summary of the Minster Village Council Meeting:

Meeting Notes

1. Garbage Collection Rates

   The council gave the second reading of an ordinance to establish new rates for garbage collection with Rumpke, increasing rates annually over five years.

   The third reading will be at the next council meeting.

2. State Issue 2 Support

   The council gave the first reading of a resolution supporting the renewal of State Issue 2, which provides grants and loans for infrastructure projects.

   The issue will be on the May 6, 2025 ballot.

3. Utility Easement Grant

   The council gave the first reading of an ordinance granting a utility easement to Centerpoint Energy for a gas line replacement.

4. 2025 Appropriations

   The council adopted interim appropriations for 2025, with total annual appropriations set at $34,939,435.

5. Fireworks Ordinance Discussion

   The council discussed adopting the state of Ohio's fire code regarding consumer fireworks within village limits.

   The council will consider this at the next meeting.

6. Public Works Department Hiring

   The council hired Tyler Carnham for a general labor position in the Public Works Department at $23.19 per hour.

7. February 2025 Income Tax Report

   The council approved the February 2025 income tax report, with $346,770 received for the month.

Next Arrangements

• Third reading of garbage collection ordinance at next council meeting

• Consideration of fireworks ordinance at next meeting