Kurt Walthour

The council meeting addressed several legislative and operational items, including the introduction of ordinances to amend the traffic code regarding stop signs and to set water rates and charges for the Park One Industrial Park. Resolutions were approved to dispose of surplus property, authorize a water meters lease, and state the intent to accept the Autumn Acres roadway. The council also considered a partnership agreement with TextMyGov for citizen communication and approved a proposal for engineering assistance for the 2027 Community Crossings Match Grant program, as well as the purchase of mowers for the street department.

The council meeting and work session covered a variety of municipal matters. Key discussions included local income taxes, property taxes, state legislation, internet infrastructure construction, and building permit fee revisions. A public hearing was held regarding additional appropriations from the EDIT and Rainy Day funds for bond payments and community assistance. The council approved the amendment of the salary ordinance, the adoption of new building permit fee structures, a reimbursement agreement with TRG Development, and a contract for the installation of new water meters. Additionally, the council appointed a member to the Delaware County Regional Wastewater District and approved financing for a contract with the Bank of America. Departmental reports included detailed briefings from the Fire Chief on operational requirements and the Town Marshal regarding police equipment needs.

The meeting included a public hearing regarding additional appropriations from the Local Road and Street, Park Nonreverting, and Rainy Day funds to address community assistance and tax district establishment. Legislative actions included vacating a portion of the Western Improvement Company's addition, introducing an amendment to the salary ordinance, and increasing building permit fees. The Council approved resolutions for additional appropriations and fund transfers, authorized a crack seal project for several streets, accepted the TIF management report, and appointed a new member to the Planning Commission. Updates were provided by the Fire Department, Marshal, and Town Manager regarding training, infrastructure projects, and community improvements.

The council reviewed and approved claims, appropriations, and various ordinances, including those related to the vacation of property, salary schedules, and building permit fees. Resolutions were passed regarding additional appropriations and the transfer of funds. Furthermore, the meeting addressed a crack seal proposal, employee health insurance renewal, the acceptance of a TIF management report, and the appointment of a new member to the Planning Commission.

The council discussed various town matters including tax rates, assessed values, and fire billing policies. A public hearing was held regarding the petition to vacate streets and alleys in the Western Improvement Company's Addition. The council adopted Ordinance 872 to establish a hazardous materials response fund and introduced Ordinance 873 regarding property vacation. Resolutions were passed for fund transfers and fire department billing policies. Furthermore, the council approved an update to the comprehensive plan, the purchase of a police vehicle, the installation of new downtown light pole banner arms, funding for the farmers market, and the construction of a civic green stage. Departmental updates included reports from the fire department, police department, and town manager.