Tom Cottis

The meeting included approvals for appropriations and fund transfers, as well as the payment of bills, including those without prior certification. Discussions covered the Dog Warden's weekly report and the Recorder's Office monthly report. Information was shared regarding an application to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources for an expansion of sand and gravel operations. The Board accepted bids for various petroleum fuel products, ready-mix concrete, road materials, and asphalt materials, with bid openings set for March 12, 2026, except for the Carroll County C.R. 54 Pavement Resurfacing Project, scheduled for February 26, 2026. The Board approved the 2025 Summary of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses reports for PERRP. A Resolution (2026-09) was adopted in support of PVOne, LLC's proposed energy project(s) in Lee Township. Revisions to Transit's Financial Policy and Procedures and the Title VI Policy were approved. The Emergency Management Agency provided updates on Groundhog Day observations and recent weather patterns, and detailed the response to a weekend gas pressure loss incident in the Village of Dellroy. The Board of Elections requested poll workers and provided updates on their planned relocation to the courthouse annex building. Finally, the Clerk reported on community initiatives including free tax preparation services, the Pop-Up Food Pantry, and the Neighbor 2 Neighbor Hygiene Drive.

The Board of Commissioners addressed several administrative and financial items, including the approval of expenses, appropriations, budget transfers, and the payment of bills. Key reports were reviewed for the Dog Pound, Recorder's Office, and Sheriff's Office. The Board authorized a decrease in the contract for the Courthouse Annex Building and approved a work order for East Township. Additionally, they approved a Road Use Maintenance Agreement with Cardinal Gas Services and issued special hauling permits to Irish Creek Logging and Denoon Lumber. Discussions were held regarding the installation of insulation for the duct work at the courthouse annex, and an upcoming open house for the annex building was announced. The Board also authorized the signing of an agreement with BSHM Architecture for the second phase of the annex building design.

The board meeting covered several administrative and operational items. Key discussions included the approval of travel and membership expenses for various personnel to attend summits and conferences, approval of an appropriation for the Private Rehab CHIP (HOME) PY23 Grant, and approval for the payment of various bills, including those without prior certification. The board reviewed the yearly report for 2025 from the Sheriff and the November 2025 monthly reconciliation report from the Auditor's office. Appointments were made to the OMEGA Executive Board and the OMEGA Membership Board, along with the reappointment of a Commissioner to the Board of Revisions for 2026. Additionally, contracts for Job and Family Services regarding foster children placement were approved, as well as a fund adjustment for Children Services. The board approved a permit for a driveway use in Monroe Township and adopted Resolution 2026-06, authorizing the Carroll County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) to apply for the 2026 Right to Know Grant, following a discussion about hazardous material traffic flow. A weather update forecasting potential snow was provided. Finally, the board approved a grant of $21,035.00 to the Carroll Golden Age Retreat for the purchase of a new whirlpool unit.

The board approved various travel and membership expenses for municipal court staff, authorized the payment of bills and payments without prior certification, and reviewed the county dog warden's report. The board approved letters of support for a community project funding request and the Agricultural Society's grandstands rehabilitation project, discussed auction services for excess county buildings, and accepted a bid for a road resurfacing project. Additionally, the board approved permits for the use of county highway rights of way and adopted a proclamation declaring March as Developmental Disabilities Month. They also received reports regarding the state's annual burn ban, CAUV renewal deadlines, updates on the Courthouse Annex Building, and tier II reporting for emergency planning.

The meeting involved several financial and administrative actions, including approval of expenses, appropriations, budget amendments, and the payment of bills. The Board adopted resolutions for a house renumbering, a local owner-occupancy tax credit, and a local homestead exemption tax credit. Additionally, the commissioners approved appointments to the Tax Incentive Review Council and the Airport Authority Board, issued proclamations for Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month and the retirement of David Fitzgerald, and received a monthly report from the Carroll Golden Age Retreat superintendent. Discussion also touched upon right of entry and special hauling permits, upcoming community events, and ongoing courthouse building and window improvement projects.