David A. Smith

The Trustees reviewed and approved payment for outstanding bills. Representatives from OnSite Partners introduced their company and discussed operational updates. The Fire Chief and road maintenance personnel provided departmental updates. The board reviewed a master agreement, approved a concrete repair estimate for Fire Station #1, and addressed several zoning-related resolutions, including appointing a member to the Zoning Commission, establishing a Board of Zoning Appeals, setting minimum qualifications for the Zoning Inspector, appointing the Zoning Inspector, and adopting a new Zoning Schedule of Fees.

The Board discussed and approved the payment of outstanding bills and warrants. Key administrative actions included authorizing the creation of a new township website, adopting policies for job descriptions, frequent travel, tax-exempt certificate usage, and cybersecurity. Operational updates covered fire department activities, road and cemetery maintenance, including equipment procurement, and the installation of traffic signs. Trustees reviewed ongoing projects involving easements, infrastructure repairs, development inquiries from potential warehouse builders, and revenue-sharing negotiations with the City of Findlay. Additionally, the Board initiated the process for requesting a moratorium on data center construction from county commissioners and addressed public concerns regarding an upcoming zoning ballot issue.

The trustees approved the purchase of a 2026 Kubota excavator and a new trailer, authorized the payment of outstanding bills, and sanctioned the acquisition of a new multi-gas meter for the fire department. Key discussions involved a proposal for an affordable housing development, updates on road maintenance, and the approval of a surveying quote for cemetery expansion. The board also addressed a petition for the annexation of property into the City of Findlay and listened to public comments concerning local drainage issues and the impact of housing projects on school enrollment.

The board conducted two public hearings. The first hearing focused on a proposed zoning amendment regarding the language identifying the duties of the Zoning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals, a clerical correction, and the addition of a provision for private pools in an A-1 district, including discussion on a definition for swimming pools. The second hearing concerned a zoning classification change application for a property located at 12495 CR 99 from B-3 General Business to I-1 Light Industrial.

The Trustees approved payment for a list of warrants and electronic payments for outstanding bills. Discussion points included updates on road maintenance and cemetery issues, specifically concerning a cemetery lot purchase request at the resident rate. The Fire Chief provided an update on department operations. The Board entered an executive session to discuss pending litigation and subsequently executed a partial settlement agreement with OneEnergy. Other actions included modifying the comprehensive zoning plan and map, authorizing an application for OPWC funds for road paving, and renewing firemen accident and health insurance coverage. The Board also reviewed assessment details regarding the Howard Run Single County Ditch project.