Clint Baughman

Key discussions during the meeting included approving the check disbursement report and purchase order report. The council approved a motion to change the date of the December 4, 2025, Council Meeting to December 3, 2025. Several ordinances were acted upon, including the adoption of an ordinance amending administrative code sections regarding vacations and paid hospitalization insurance, and the adoption of a resolution to finance the purchase of playground equipment by borrowing $100,000. The council approved the Record Plan of Northcreek Subdivision Section 1. The Municipal Manager provided updates on the Main Street paving project, Fire/EMS contract renewals, RITA transition, a water main break, and the refuse truck. The council scheduled two Public Hearings concerning gas aggregation issues for December 1, 2025. Safety updates noted that the fire truck is undergoing repairs, and a new full-time police officer is set to start soon. A citizen suggested installing a disc golf course at the park.

The meeting involved discussions and approvals on financial matters, including the check disbursement report and purchase order report. Key legislative actions included the adoption of a resolution accepting budget commission determinations and necessary tax levies, as well as a resolution authorizing the submittal of applications for Federal IIJA Funds. An ordinance was adopted declaring certain park items obsolete or unfit for use. The Municipal Manager provided updates on a trash truck accident, the emergency contract with Rumpke for trash collection, conversion regarding Income Tax Collection with RITA, the need for a cyber security plan, and updates on leaf collection and fire hydrant flushing. The Council also approved the hiring of two interns for the Water Plant, Park, and Village Office, and authorized the Municipal Manager to sign an application for a police department body worn camera grant. The Law Director provided an update on a property for sale. Safety and Police Chiefs prepared for the upcoming Community Night Out event. The Library reported receiving a $1,000.00 donation for front entrance repair, and the Park mentioned the ribbon cutting for a new pickleball/basketball court.

The regular council meeting included approval of the check disbursement report and purchase order report. Key actions included scheduling a Ways and Means committee meeting, providing updates on infrastructure matters such as the Ohio EPA Lead Service Line Inventory and water line repairs, and approving the closure of Clay Street for the Community Night Out Event. The Council also approved the part-time hiring of Jason Pierron for Fire and EMS, and Frank Robinson as a part-time police officer. Furthermore, the Municipal Manager was authorized to seek bids from outside companies for refuse collection following an accident involving the municipal refuse truck. Safety, Police, Library, and Park matters were also briefly reviewed, alongside an update on the Natureworks Grant application.

The regular council meeting addressed several administrative and operational items. Key actions included the approval of the check disbursement report and purchase order report. The council scheduled a Ways and Means committee meeting for October 29th. A major action involved awarding the contract for the West Side Water Main Extension Phase 1 project to Stevenson Utilities Construction LLC for $95,302.50. The council also approved the Ambulance Service Contract with the Village of Verona for 2026-2028 at $15,000.00 annually, and addressed necessary repairs for the fire truck water tank. In new business, the council prepared, adopted, and enacted Ordinance No. 2025-11, which increased and specified various salaries and wages for certain employees and officials. This included hiring a new full-time police officer and adjusting the pay rates for Sergeant Johnson and Sergeant Powers, effective October 18, 2025.

The regular council meeting involved several key actions and discussions. Citizens provided updates on the Northcreek Subdivision development. The Council approved a motion to draw up and execute a new 10-year lease agreement for Village land with the Felton family, including the immediate first payment. The Mayor shared updates from a county meeting regarding MARCS and 911 system upgrades. Legally, the Council passed an ordinance on its second reading amending administrative code sections concerning vacations and paid hospitalization insurance. Following a review of health insurance renewal options showing an approximate 80% premium increase with other plans, the Council approved switching to an ICHRA plan through Remodel Health for 2026. An ordinance amending municipal income tax regulations to conform with Ohio Revised Code Chapter 718 was adopted after waiving the three-reading rule. The Municipal Manager introduced a new full-time police officer and reported the approval of Fire and Ambulance Service Contracts with Twin Township and Harrison Township for 2026-2028. Updates were also provided on the refuse truck, bid packets for refuse services, the leaf collection machine, and upcoming funding for paving maintenance. The Park representative noted a citizen request regarding a disc golf course at the park.