City Hall scandals prompt Ginther to propose new ethics rules

The Columbus City Council is set to approve new ethics rule proposed by Mayor Andrew J. Ginther after multiple scandals at City Hall. The Council plans to discuss and approve three pieces of ethics legislation when it meets today at 5 p.m. at City Hall. The new rules center around more accountability for lobbyists, increased campaign finance reporting for city candidates and more disclosure of gifts and trips by elected officials.