Jun. 23—ASHTABULA — Just in time for summer, the air conditioners at the Justice Center will be getting some much-needed repairs.

At Tuesday night's regular City Council meeting, Council authorized City Manager Jim Timonere to enter into a $24,523 contract with Ziegler Heating Company of Ashtabula to repair the Justice Center's two air conditioning units.

Council also presented Kent State University at Ashtabula Dean Susan J. Stocker with a resolution of appreciation and wished her well in her retirement. Stocker served KSU Ashtabula for more than 30 years, including 21 years as dean. Stocker, the Ashtabula campus' longest-tenured dean, will retire on June 30.

Stocker thanked city officials for their support over the years.

In other business:

—City Solicitor Cecilia Cooper reminded residents fireworks are illegal in the city of Ashtabula.

—Timonere announced curbside leaf bag pickup has ended for the spring season. The city will pick up the service at the end of September.

—Council OK'd the appointment of the Rev. Emory Moore to serve on the city's Parks and Recreation Board.

—Ward 5 Council person Jane Haines reminded motorists to slow down, and remember Bridge Street and Main Avenue have pedestrian crosswalks.

The next City Council meeting will be held at 6 p.m. July 5 at the Municipal Building.