Donald W. Harrod

The board convened for a public hearing and regular meeting, addressing a variance request by Tom Kinsella to erect a portable shed on his property, which required a variance due to its proximity to the alley. Concerns were raised regarding the building's placement, potential impact on utility services, and the tightness of the alley. Ultimately, the board denied the variance request. Additionally, the board discussed whether to enforce zoning codes for existing accessory buildings along the alley that do not conform to current regulations, tasking the zoning administrator with determining right-of-way lines and notifying non-compliant property owners.

The meeting included discussions on approving an enterprise zone agreement with Danone, U.S. LLC, authorizing the transfer of land to Post Business Properties, Inc., and the first reading of an ordinance adopting the Solid Waste Management Plan Update for the Auglaize County Solid Waste Management District. Further discussions involved approving invoices over $3,000.00, accepting the September 2025 Income Tax Report, purchasing a 1500 KVA Three Phase Pad Mount Transformer, and allowing Harmony for Ohio Foundation to utilize the streets for the annual Turkey Trot. The council also moved to enter an executive session to discuss the purchase of land.

The council meeting addressed various topics, including concerns about semi-traffic during Oktoberfest and a discussion regarding a temporary utility easement for Centerpointe Energy. The council also discussed and passed resolutions related to accepting amounts and rates determined by the Budget Commission, accepting the alternate plan of distribution of local government funds, and awarding a contract for the 2025 Minor Street Resurfacing Project. Additionally, there were discussions on seeking bids for the 2025-2026 Sidewalk Repair Project, approving invoices over $3,000.00, accepting the July 2025 Income Tax Report, setting a date for Trick or Treat, and a liquor permit transfer for Wagner's IGA. The administrator provided updates on the Hamilton Street Reconstruction Project, the Columbia Drive Water and Sewer Extension Project, and repairs to the lights at Four Seasons Park.

The council discussed a proposal for a memorial plaque for the cross-country team, authorized the village administrator to apply for the Ohio Public Works Commission's State Capital Improvement Program grant for the reconstruction of Ohio Street, and established a cybersecurity policy. They also discussed seeking bids for the State Route 66 Sidewalk Project and approved various invoices. Furthermore, the council approved the August 2025 Income Tax Report and the reclassification of Patrolmen Adam Krouskop and Ben Bonvillian to Police Officer 3 positions. The administrator reported on handicap ramp replacements, adjustments to pedestrian crossing signs, splash pad closure preparations, pool repainting, and plans for a winter festival. An executive session was held to discuss the sale and purchase of land.

The board conducted a public hearing and a regular meeting. The main item of discussion was a variance request by J and E Automotive LLC to replace their existing signage with a new sign that exceeds the zoning code's size limit. The board approved the variance request.