Steve Petticrew

The board conducted the election of the Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for the year 2026. Two rezoning cases were reviewed and recommended for approval, both involving property located on West National Road in Bethel Township; one case involved rezoning for a hair salon and potential car sales lot expansion, while the other focused on a proposed car sales lot. Staff discussed zoning requirements, site plans, and coordination with the engineer's office and health department. Additionally, there was a discussion regarding a future vacancy on the Commission.

The Board meeting included the authorization of a subgrant with the Greater Ohio Workforce Board, Inc. and a contract with AT&T for Next Gen. 911 services. The Commissioners approved a change order for the KTK Sewer Connection Project, accepted a permanent highway easement for road safety improvements, and authorized the purchase of new golf carts for the Sheriff's Office. Additionally, the Board approved intra-fund and inter-fund transfers, authorized the issuance of warrants for then and now payments, and approved various travel and expense allowances for county staff.

The Board discussed and authorized various contracts, including HVAC maintenance, bridge superstructure construction, road salt procurement, and equipment lease and maintenance for the Department of Job and Family Services. Additionally, they approved Sheriff's Office contracts for phone services, roadway litter cleanup, and inmate housing. The Board also accepted multiple grant agreements related to emergency management, task force operations, and recycling efforts, and approved the purchase of road maintenance equipment for the Engineer's Office. Other actions included authorizing supplemental appropriations, issuing warrants for then and now payments, approving travel allowances, rescheduling a future commission meeting, scheduling a joint public meeting, and initiating a zoning text amendment.

The Board discussed various operational matters, including the authorization of contracts for facility repairs and medical services for the county jail. The Sheriff's office provided details on a new medical contract aimed at providing 24-hour nursing coverage. The Board also reviewed grant submissions for law enforcement technology and body camera funding. Furthermore, there was an acknowledgment of bid openings for roadway resurfacing and pavement marking projects. Other agenda items included inter-fund transfers, approval of travel allowances, and community discussions regarding data center zoning and property management.

The board discussed several items, including proclamations for National Reentry Month and National 9-1-1 Telecommunicator's Week. Key agenda items included the authorization of multiple contract amendments for housing and lead abatement services, contracts for information technology management and network security, and infrastructure projects including bridge superstructure replacements and load postings. The commissioners addressed community development, specifically regarding Moorefield Township TIF agreements and public hearing proposals. Additionally, they reviewed grant acceptances and submissions, lease agreements for developmental disability facilities, and a proposal from the Sheriff's Office regarding inmate population management and transport.