Robert L. Benroth

The board approved several financial resolutions, including appropriations for unanticipated revenues, fund transfers, and then and now payments. Action was taken to authorize the installation of weight limit signage on multiple county bridges. Purchase orders and travel requests were approved for various departments, including the EMS building addition and county sheriff rescue training. The board held discussions regarding facility maintenance issues at the Event Center, sewer district operations, and potential warehouse space rental at the Ag Complex. Additionally, a presentation was received from Wiegand Construction, and the Job and Family Services Director provided a monthly report covering staffing updates, transportation plans, and program funding allocations.

The Board approved an Independent Contractor Agreement for the CHIP grant and addressed various fiscal matters, including appropriations for county funds, capital projects, and a wellness grant. They authorized inter-departmental fund transfers and approved the purchase of a new office copier. The Board also set the schedule for sealed bids regarding the County Road 21-H bridge replacement, processed purchase orders and travel requests, discussed a variance application with the Planning Commission, participated in a joint meeting regarding ditch maintenance, and reviewed concerns raised by a resident regarding fairground property access.

The meeting covered various financial and operational matters, including the approval of revenue and expense statements, appropriations for courtroom recording equipment, and various payment requests. The Commissioners reviewed quarterly insurance reports for 2026 and discussed a change order for the EMS building addition. Additionally, the new interim superintendent of the Board of D/D was introduced, and discussions were held regarding shared superintendents and budget management for that department. Operational tasks included reviewing landfill mowing requirements and preparing courthouse decorations.

The board addressed several financial resolutions including fund transfers and appropriations for capital projects. Several change orders were approved for the Village of Leipsic Downtown Revitalization project and the EMS building addition. The board also processed then-and-now payments, purchase orders, and adjustments. A public meeting was conducted regarding county sewer district updates, proposals, and contracts. Additionally, a public hearing on the county budget was held, and the board participated in a joint county meeting regarding the Ottawa and Little Ottawa Rivers, while also discussing furniture procurement.

The board approved multiple budget appropriations for the 2026 fiscal year across various funds, including ditch, road, and county general accounts. They awarded the contract for the 2026 County OPWC Paving Program and processed various financial items, including then-and-now payments, purchase orders, and budget adjustments. The meeting also addressed operational matters such as maintenance repairs, office equipment leasing, and facility rental rates. Additionally, the commissioners engaged in inter-county discussions regarding administrative procedures, recycling services, and financial planning for a building addition project.