Trash Talks Quiet for Now

Following a third reading of a proposed ordinance to solicit bids for a single hauler trash and hauling service - the trash talk was silent.

The motion failed with a 5-2 vote, in favor of soliciting bids for a single hauler were Conneaut City Council President, Jim Jones and Ward 4 Councilman, Dino Julio.

Schaumleffel Admits He Applied For Another Position

The seats were full at Monday night's Conneaut City Council Meeting as City Manager Robert A. Schaumleffel, Jr. admited that he did apply for the position of Mentor City Manager.

Schaumleffel stated "I did apply..."I have an obligation to my family to keep my options option." and further continued, "I am not going to apologize for that." The admission came after Ward 1 Councilman Dave Campbell asked the city manager if the rumors were true. Campbell didn't want to proceed with the proposed $1.3 million dollar AMR project if there was a potential to "lose our captain."

Department Head's Robert Howland and Robert Mannion were on hand to answer questions regarding the Lake Road Waterline and AMR projects and Safety Director Jon Arcaro disccused Pending Legislation in regards to text messaging while driving.

Conneaut City Manager Applies For Another Job

According to an article in the News Herald dated October 3rd, 2009 - Conneaut City Manager, Robert A. Schaumleffel Jr. is applying for a new position. He is listed as an applicant for the position of City Manager of Mentor, Ohio.

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The issue was a hot topic on Conneaut's morning show W-WOW as is expected to be discussed at tonight's council meeting which will be broadcast on Channel's 6 and 21.