Citizen-led charter amendment advances to November ballot
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July 31, 2026

Citizen-led charter amendment advances to November ballot

By Michael Williamson 

A proposed amendment to the City of Marysville’s charter will be heading in front of voters this fall.

Marysville City Council voted Monday night to send the amendment to the Union County Board of Elections so that it will go onto the November ballot. Council’s vote was not action in favor or in ...

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Items seized during investigation on Buerger Street
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