City of Martins Ferry

New Property Maintenance Codes Proposed

Posted on: April 18, 2013

Over the past year, City Council’s Code Administration Committee has been working to update codes related to property maintenance.? For example, the fine for not adhering to city codes was increased to a maximum of $200 in 2012.?

This year the committee has recommended adopting the International Code Council?2012 International Property Maintenance Code.? This code is?enforced?in cities throughout?the state of Ohio as well as?in cities?across the?nation.?

The?first edition of the International Property Code in 1998 was the work of?the International Code Council made up of representatives of?BOCA, ICBO, and SBCCI.? A new edition of the code is published every three years.?

To view the 2012 International Property Codes click here.

City Clean-up Day Set

Posted on: April 3, 2013

Once again, Martins Ferry residents will have an opportunity to participate in a city-wide clean-up day.? On Saturday April 13th from 8 am to Noon, residents may bring items to the City Garage located at?First and Center Streets.

Proof of Martins Ferry residency (such as a driver’s license or utility bill) is required.

Items NOT accepted include but are not limited to: construction materials, roofing shingles, tires, chemicals, paints, concrete, plaster, bricks, or asbestos.?

Electronic items may be taken to the Martins Ferry High School for recycling on April 13th and 14th starting at 8 am.?Items accepted at the high school include?flat screen televisions, monitors, telephones, radios, etc.? No tube televisions will be accepted.?

For more information call 740-633-6151.

Help us help you keep our community clean!?

 

 

Sanitation Change for Good Friday

Posted on: March 27, 2013

Customers who normally have Friday pickup should have their trash set out on Thursday this week due to the Easter Weekend.?

Council Meeting Date Changed

Posted on: March 18, 2013

The City Council Meeting previously scheduled for Wednesday March 20th at 6pm has been rescheduled.? The?meeting will?instead be held on Monday March 25th at?5:30pm in the Donald Myers Council Chambers located on the second floor of the City Building.?

 

City Park Egg Hunt Set

Posted on: March 9, 2013

Final preparations are being made for the 2nd Annual City Easter Egg Hunt.? The event will take place on Saturday March 23rd?from Noon until 2pm and is open to all Martins Ferry children ages 1 to 10.?

Hot Dogs and refreshments will be available for the children along with prizes and?a visit from the Easter Bunny.

For more information on this event contact the Mayor’s Office at 740-633-2876.??

Vineway Changing to One-Way

Posted on: March 9, 2013

Beginning on Monday March 18th, a portion of Vineway Street (beginning at?the 1001 address)?will be made one-way going down the hill from Crawford Heights to Terrace Street.

This change is necessary for safety reasons.? Signs have already been posted on the road?announcing the change.

If there are any questions regarding this announcement please contact the Mayor’s Office at 740-633-2876.

Temporary Water Disruption for Patton’s Run

Posted on: February 18, 2013

Residents of the Patton’s Run portion of Martins Ferry will experience a disruption in water service during the hours of 8am and 5pm on Tuesday February 19th and Wednesday February 20th.
The disruption is necessary so that workers at Turfcare may install a new fire suppression system at the plant.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

City Meet and Greet Postponed

Posted on: January 29, 2013

The Martins Ferry Meet and Greet scheduled for Wednesday January 30th has been rescheduled.? The event will now take place on Wednesday February 13th at 6pm at the Veterans Memorial Recreation Center.

Sanitation Schedule Changed for King Holiday

Posted on: January 17, 2013

City offices will be closed on Monday January 21st in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. ? Therefore citizens ?with regular sanitation pickup on Monday will instead have pickup service on Tuesday. ?All other citizens will be on regular sanitation schedule.

Plans Begin for Picnic in the Park

Posted on: January 12, 2013

Inspired by the success of last year’s event, the Picnic in the Park Committee is working to make this year’s even better. ?To do so, they’re looking for your help. ?The Committee is actively seeking sponsors, artisans, musicians, and volunteers to help. ?This is your chance to become a part of a great community event by supplying funding, talent, ideas, or labor.

All proceeds raised from this year’s Picnic will be used for improvements to Walnut Grove Cemetery. ?This cemetery is the final resting place of heroes integral to the history of our City.

Please become a part of this event by emailing the committee at picnicinthepark2013@gmail.com.

 

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