Nancy Rae Dolezal

The Auburn Township Board of Trustees meeting addressed several key areas. A Geauga County Design Engineer discussed Resolution Number 2025-07, which included the reconstruction of Regal Place, Moreland Lane, Cooper Court, and Jensen Court. The trustees also discussed the upcoming joint PWC 2027 Crackel Road project with Mantua Village. Permission was requested and granted for hosting The Auburn Township parade on July 4, 2025. A resident expressed concerns about a resolution adopted by Claridon Township banning wind and solar farms, leading to a discussion on the Auburn Township's position on solar and wind farms. The Auburn Fire Department presented its monthly report, detailing an increase in total calls compared to the previous year, including multiple calls related to gas leaks. The trustees also discussed replacing mobile data terminal computers for the Fire Department and addressed a contract for a Cell Antenna Booster for the Service Garage. The Geauga County Resource Rental Program was introduced, and the trustees decided not to change the fee schedule for the Trash Drop Off day. Potential guest speakers for the upcoming Memorial Day ceremonies were discussed.

The Auburn Township Board of Trustees held a public hearing regarding amendment ZC-2024-03 concerning Mobile Food Units. The amendment aims to regulate food trucks within the community for health and safety reasons, addressing quantity, frequency, and requiring approvals from health and fire departments. The Zoning Commission clarified the intent to ensure improvements are done safely while maintaining the zoning districts. Concerns were raised about limiting the number of times food trucks could operate at a location, with some residents and business owners advocating for fewer restrictions to attract customers. The possibility of readdressing the amendment in the future was discussed.

The meeting included discussion on the asphalt resurfacing of various roads, specifically addressing a final invoice payment to Cole Burton Contractors, LLC. Public comments included concerns about road conditions and inquiries about potential grant funding for window replacements at Town Hall or the Museum. Other topics involved the use of NOPEC grant funds, a speed study on Taylor May Road, collection of expiring NOPEC grant funds, a change order for road resurfacing, and upcoming meetings and events.

The meeting included reports on year-to-date fire department statistics, storm damage, and a discussion of a building's zoning compliance. The board also addressed the 2025 budget, including a resolution to rescind a previous resolution regarding millage allocation. Additionally, the board discussed open positions in the Road Department and a resident's concern about public hearing advertisement timing.

The meeting included reports from the Township Highway Superintendent, covering 2021 Capital Improvement Projects including road resurfacing and the arrival of a new truck; the Fire Chief, who reminded attendees of an upcoming fire levy vote; and the Park Pavilion Construction Manager, who reported on the construction progress. Discussions included outstanding payments to Bainbridge Township for a cancelled fireworks event, roof repairs at Adam Hall, and the replacement of drop ceiling tiles. Financial reports were presented, including appropriations, fund status, revenue, and payments. Resolutions were adopted for supplemental appropriations to cover fire levy and road and bridge expenses, and for the appropriation of COVID relief revenue. A Transient Vendor Policy was adopted, and the township joined NOPEC's "Do Not Knock" program. Finally, a trustee was appointed to vote on the township's behalf at the NOPEC General Assembly meeting.