The Village of Ripley Lawn Mowing Ordinance goes into effect on May 1.  Any lawn or lot with grass or weeds beyond eight inches in height on May 1, May 15, June 1, June 15, July 1, July 15, August 1, August 15, September 1, September 15 or October 1 are in violation of the ordinance.   Properties in violation are subject to have mowing done by the village and have the cost plus an administrative fee attached to the property as a tax lien.