Prosecutors wanted prison time, but the judge decided on probation.
As partof the sentencing, Phillips is never allowed to hold public office. She has to pay restitution $54,486.84
Phillips has apparently apready paid $20,000 in restitution.If she violates her probation, Phillips could get two years in jail.
In December 2011, the Ohio auditor's office announced more than $62,000 of Gratis public funds were misspent or missing. The audit covered 2008-2010, according to the state.
Phillips was responsible for keeping track of utility payments and making deposits to the village's bank account during those years, the state said.
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