Ken Collier

Key discussions included recognition of Parks & Trails Department employees for receiving third place in the Ohio Parks & Recreation Association Annual Awards program for the Camp Weebalong program serving children with special needs. Further discussion addressed the funding mechanism for Veterans Services, clarifying that funding comes from the General Fund and there is no specific earmarked tax levy in Greene County. The Board approved several resolutions, including the approval of vouchers, travel/training expenses, transfer of appropriations, proclaiming March 6 and 7, 2026, as Greene County Unplugged, declaring obsolete personal property at Domestic Relations Court for recycling, approving a letter of support for the City of Xenia's Market District Project, changing a future meeting date, awarding the bid for the Sugarcreek Headworks Project, authorizing an agreement with ODOT for the Roxanna New Burlington Bridge Replacement Project, approving a Park District Management agreement, authorizing participation in The Ohio Purchasing Council (TOP-C) of Governments, authorizing an agreement with Prodigy Building Solutions for a Juvenile Justice Center HVAC project contingent on TOP-C membership approval, and approving two replats in Sugarcreek Township and Beavercreek Township, respectively. Additionally, resolutions were passed recognizing recipients of the Girl Scout Gold Award and the Xenia Area Chamber of Commerce Awards. One Commissioner provided an update on a STEM project development agreement near the U.S. Air Force Museum.

This document addresses and clarifies common misconceptions regarding the Greene County Facilities Masterplan. It outlines the masterplan as a 20-25-year long-term strategy for responsible stewardship, efficient resource management, and future development, which includes building consolidation, construction of new facilities, a parking garage, and renovations. The plan, including a Judiciary Center, is described as a living document subject to modifications based on ongoing discussions with stakeholders, and is intended to positively impact downtown Xenia.

The meeting addressed the recent institution of barriers and security procedures, encouraged by the Sheriff's Office for personnel safety, and reviewed public comment guidelines established in 2017. A public attendee disrupted the meeting and was asked to leave. Key resolutions approved included the authorization of vouchers, travel/training expenses, transfer of appropriations, and expenditures for the Township Trustees Association meeting co-sponsorship. The Board also authorized expenditures for Sanitary Engineering training/meeting supplies, approved an application for an Ohio Local History Alliance Digitization Grant for slide scanning, and accepted several bid awards. Specific bid awards covered the Water Plant Headworks Project, two CDBG Home Repair Projects (Louise Drive and Sutton Drive), and the OhioMeansJobs Interior Renovation project. Authorization was given to advertise for the 2026 Collective Chip Seal and Paving Bids, and to enter into a Local Project Authority agreement with ODOT for a Guardrail Project. Furthermore, a permanent public sanitary sewer easement from Alpha Bell Developers was accepted. Several 2026 IV-D Service Provider Contracts were approved between Job & Family Services Child Support Division and the Clerk of Courts, Domestic Relations Court, Juvenile Court, and Prosecuting Attorney. The County Administrator announced the upcoming closure of County Offices for President's Day.

The meeting commenced with recognition for six employees drawn for the Great Job Card Program during the fourth quarter of 2025, with each receiving a $100 Visa gift card for their outstanding customer service. Specific recognition was given to employees from Job & Family Services, Family & Children First, and Sanitary Engineering for their exceptional support in client services, unit support, maintaining operations during staff shortages, and work during an extreme weather event. During public comments, a citizen inquired about the protection of his address on sign-in sheets and the use of funds collected for Veterans, to which the Commissioners provided a prepared statement, adhering to time limits for public comment. Subsequent actions included the approval of vouchers, travel/training expenses, and transfers of appropriations. The Commissioners authorized the Sheriff's Office to apply for a grant from the OneOhio Recovery Foundation for AEDs and the Medication Assisted Treatment Program. An agreement was approved with Clinton County Juvenile Court for bed space and mental health services at the Juvenile Detention Center. Amendments to the FY2026 RECLAIM grant for the Juvenile Court were approved, as well as authorization for Juvenile Court to apply for a grant from the Greene Giving Community Foundation for trauma-informed space. An executive session was held to consider matters of employment/compensation, after which open session resumed with no action taken. Commissioners reported on attending the annual Dayton Development Coalition meeting.

The board meeting included citizen comments regarding funding for Veterans Services and concerns about fund diversion to jail construction. Key resolutions involved the approval of vouchers, travel/training expenses, and the transfer of appropriations. Furthermore, the Board approved extending the 2026 dog registration filing period to February 28, 2026, due to a new on-line licensing program. Land use decisions included approving a replat for Brookside Acres, Section E. The Board also approved an agreement with RoofConnect National Roofing Services for roof replacement at the Sanitary Engineering Department's central lab facility, authorizing expenditure of up to $1,200 for employee appreciation events, and noting updates on the Regional Planning Commission's new Executive Director.