Title
A RESOLUTION URGING THE LEGISLATIVE BRANCHES OF THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AS WELL AS THE STATE OF OHIO TO ENACT LEGISLATION TO INCREASE RAIL SAFETY AND OVERSIGHT; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Brief Description: In a call to action, the Ohio Municipal League is garnering support for rail safety at the federal and state level by passing this resolution to urge Congress to address rail safety.
Body
Purpose & Explanation
Due to train derailments in East Palestine, Ohio and Springfield, Ohio, Council is responding to questions and concerns raised by residents. This resolution would help to engage federal and state members.
Fiscal Impact
Currently Budgeted (Account #, $)
Supplemental Appropriation Required (Account #, $)
x Appropriation Not Required
Does this legislation require use of an emergency clause?
x Yes; this is a matter of health and safety for the City of Hudson and surrounding communities.
No
Recommendation
Suggested Action
Staff recommends that Council pass the resolution.
Submitted by,
Skylar Sutton, Ward 3 Council Member