Freedom Township

The meeting addressed public comment regarding a potential gathering in May 2026, including stipulations for a bonfire due to insurance concerns. Zoning matters involved reappointment considerations for the Zoning Commission and BZA Board members. The Road Supervisor reported on maintenance activities, including cemetery work, pothole patching, and road repairs, and discussed responsibilities related to the newly paved Anderson Road. The Fiscal Officer presented pricing for state salt procurement and noted a change in the OPWC meeting date for Hewins Rd. Financial actions included approving purchase orders and general expenditures, as well as the allocation of 2023 NOPEC Funds for garage door openers, stoves, and a refrigerator for community buildings, rejecting a proposal for elected officials to attend the OTA Conference. The Board accepted the bid from Balestra & Company for upcoming audits and updated bank signatory information to include the Trustee Elect starting in 2026. Discussions on unfinished business included further work on the utility building, such as wrapping posts and installing ceilings, with debate over whether to include insulation, and the potential relocation of historical artifacts. In New Business, the Board authorized the purchase of 'No Parking' signs for various township properties. A motion to pay for the installation of GFI outlets and external conduit repairs at the school house failed, but a subsequent motion to only pay for the conduit repair passed. The Board also established the date for the 2026 Organization Meeting and Trustee Derthick reported on the new Portage County property tax committee.