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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Warren County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
PFOS 'forever chemicals' in drinking water
Warren County joined settlements with four more chemical companies over PFOS contamination traced partly to fire-training foam, including at the Wilmington airport area. The county has already collected about $4.5 million and its treatment plant now fully meets federal PFOS regulations — the first in Ohio to do so.
Lead and copper testing waiver for Socialville water customers
Warren County joined settlements with four more chemical companies over PFOS contamination traced partly to fire-training foam, including at the Wilmington airport area. The county has already collected about $4.5 million and its treatment plant now fully meets federal PFOS regulations — the first in Ohio to do so.
Alta Fiber broadband contract shortfall
Alta Fiber is way behind on a $4 million county broadband contract, and the ARPA money backing it expires December 31. The county is weighing termination and redirecting $3.2 million to jail salaries.