Wastewater debate reaches private property
Council weighs repairs, inspections, plant future VERMILION — Vermilion officials are weighing the future of the city’s wastewater treatment system while a related discussion Monday turned toward private property, including possible required sewer repairs, assessments, liens and court-authorized inspections. The discussion comes as Mayor Russ Owens continues negotiations with the Continue Reading
Council approves license plate reader ban
Police can request outside data VERMILION — Vermilion City Council approved an ordinance prohibiting automatic license plate reader systems Monday after a lengthy debate over police access, privacy protections and penalties for violations. The final ordinance prohibits the installation, operation or use of an automatic license plate reader system within Continue Reading
Coal car incident spills load in Vermilion
Tracks reopen as cleanup continues VERMILION — A Norfolk Southern coal train experienced a railcar incident early Tuesday morning in Vermilion, spilling coal onto the tracks and temporarily disrupting rail traffic. The incident happened about 6 to 6:30 a.m. Oct. 6 while the train was traveling at a low speed, Continue Reading