News & Alerts

2024

Council Meeting Date Change

November 27, 2024

The second Council meeting in December has been moved from Monday December 23rd to Monday December 30th at 7:00 pm

Crossing Guard Positions

August 29, 2024

East Palestine Police Department has open positions for Crossing Guard. Applications are available at the Municipal Building

Village Stands Firm in Advocating for Residents

August 15, 2024

This August 15, 2024 press release issued by the Village of East Palestine shares our response to the U.S. Department of Justice’s (DOJ) proposed consent decree in the ongoing case against Norfolk Southern Railway Company, highlighting significant concerns and advocating for critical adjustments to ensure the health and safety of its residents are fully protected.

Read More

Formal Comment Letter to the U.S. Dept. of Justice

July 31, 2024

The Village of East Palestine submitted a formal comment letter on July 31, 2024, to the U.S. Department of Justice’s (DOJ) proposed consent decree in the ongoing case against Norfolk Southern Railway Company. Here is the full content of that letter.

Read More

The Village of East Palestine Acknowledges Final NTSB Report

July 26, 2024

This July 26, 2024 press release issued by The Village of East Palestine acknowledges NTSB Report, thanks first responders, and focuses on future safety.

Read More

NTSB Final Meeting Statement

June 26, 2024

Media Statement in Response to the NTSB Final Board Hearing June 25, 2024

Read More

Water Treatment Plant Update

June 20, 2024

The Village of East Palestine’s new Granular Activated Carbon (GAC) Filtration system was placed into service on June 20, 2024. The filters were installed as part of a contingency plan put in place because of the train derailment. The GAC filters will add another layer of protection to the Village’s water treatment plant now and into the future. Sampling of the municipal and monitoring wells will continue on a monthly basis. Be on the lookout for information regarding an open house that will be held later this summer at the Water Treatment Plant.
– Scott Wolfe, Water & Wastewater Superintendent

Archive

2023

NS Value Assistance Program

September 29, 2023

On September 18, Norfolk Southern announced the Value Assurance Program for East Palestine area homeowners. Residents can learn more about the interim program geography, all eligibility requirements, and the specific steps required for program participation on the VAP website, materials available at the FAC, or by contacting the VAP Administrator via PropertyAdministrator@alvarezandmarsal.com or (877) 270-6970.

East Palestine Exempts Train Derailment Compensation from Income Tax

September 27, 2023

East Palestine, Ohio – September 27, 2023 – The Village of East Palestine has passed an ordinance to make sure no one is required to pay village income taxes on any payments they receive for derailment-related expenses or losses. The new ordinance goes into effect immediately and applies to derailment-related payments received in all of 2023 as well as future years.

Read More

Statement from East Palestine Mayor Trent Conaway regarding President Biden’s East Palestine Executive Order

September 21, 2023

The Village of East Palestine extends its gratitude to President Joe Biden for his executive order, which emphasizes the protection of our residents and surrounding communities following the Norfolk Southern train derailment.

Read More

Statement Regarding the US EPA’s Comprehensive Assessment Plan

September 14, 2023

Concerns were raised over a news article published in Morning Journal and Salem News that misinterpreted a recently published US EPA report. The newspapers corrected the information with a more comprehensive story this morning. The village appreciates today’s correction. The original story caused unnecessary concerns and did not reflect what is happening. We understand these are complex issues and subject to misunderstanding.

Read More

DeWine, Valley officials announce new Emergency Support Program for East Palestine businesses

June 13, 2023

The East Palestine Emergency Support Program will provide 0% interest forgivable loans to businesses to assist with ongoing expenses and recovery efforts associated with the derailment.

Read More

New Solicitors, Peddlars, & Food Truck Registration Required

February 2, 2023

Effective January 28, 2023, all peddlers, solicitors, vendors and food trucks are to register, and pay a fee, with the Village Building & Zoning office. This does not include non-profits, religious organizations, or school related activities. Fees are due with the application, and are non-refundable. Additional instructions will be issued at time of approval, to maintain compliance. It is recommended to call B/Z office for an appointment, available 8am to 12:30pm.  Please call 330-426-4367 ext 16

2022

Internet Auctions

July 27, 2022

The Village has passed a resolution authorizing the sale of unneeded personal property by internet auction, as permitted by ORC 721.15.  Take notice that the Village has selected Liquidity Services Inc, DBA as www. govdeals.com, 6931 Arlington Rd, Bethesda MD, 20817.  1-800-310-4604, as the internet auction provider

Online Payments Available for Water/Sewer Bills

April 1, 2022

The Village of East Palestine is now offering online payments for water & sewer bills. To register go to our website at www.eastpalestine-oh.gov and click on “Online Water/Sewer Payments” in the green box located above the 2014 Dog Days video. *Please note we cannot sign you up in the office, you must do it online*