David A. Smith

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.

The meeting included the approval of payment for outstanding bills and a revised cost for a new cemetery mower. Updates were provided regarding the development of a new township website, fire department operations, and road maintenance, including the potential purchase of a mini excavator. The board approved a quote for paving the cemetery. Discussions were held concerning a catch basin issue, communications with local partners regarding ownership of OnePower, and potential revenue sharing or CEDA agreements with the City of Findlay. Additionally, the board discussed zoning board appointments, road inspections, approved an informational letter to voters regarding the upcoming election, and authorized a youth organization to conduct spring road trash collection.

The board approved the permanent appropriation of funds, reviewed blanket certificates, and authorized payments for outstanding bills. The meeting covered operational updates for the fire department, including the purchase of new equipment, and road maintenance updates including upcoming lawn mower procurement. Representatives from the Northwestern Water and Sewer District presented on the benefits of joining the district, resulting in the adoption of a resolution to proceed with the application. Further discussions included coordinating a developer meeting, assessing CEDA offers, approving road signage, and providing a written response regarding zoning regulations. Additionally, the board reviewed risk assessment recommendations, distributed harassment policies, addressed boundary line adjustment notifications, and reviewed revised zoning resolution ballot language.

The board met in an executive session to discuss pending litigation with legal counsel and members of the zoning commission. No action was taken during the session before the meeting was adjourned.

The meeting included the approval of outstanding bills and payments. The Fire Chief presented a report on fire runs and responses. Discussions were held regarding a potential joint fire/ems district with neighboring townships and updates were provided on road maintenance and cemetery operations. The board evaluated a trade-in offer for a service truck, received reports on dam removal and annexation hearings, and approved a remote access agreement for the center's security system. Furthermore, the board approved a road maintenance agreement, updated the cemetery policy to restrict funeral hours and mandate caskets and vaults, authorized a payroll certification process for salary allocation in 2025, and scheduled the organizational meeting for the upcoming year.