Township of Kingsville

The meeting covered financial matters, including bill payments and a budget hearing to discuss plans for carryover balances for 2026. A public information request for a copy of the Noise Ordinance Resolution was addressed. The Road Department, Fire Department, and Zoning provided reports. Discussions included repairs to squad 619, reimbursement for mums purchased for park decoration, quotes for remodeling work at the fire station, and the purchase of a GMC squad remount, which was tabled for further research. A contract for yard waste disposal was approved, and permission was granted for The Kingsville Township Boosters to use the Fire Station during Trick or Treat. Research into hiring a third full-time employee for the road department was initiated.

The meeting included discussions on financial matters such as bill payments and road levies, correspondence regarding electric rates and zoning issues, and department reports from the Road Department, Fire Department, and Zoning. Old business included updates on a side yard setback restriction and the township budget. New business involved allowing the road crew to work the Juneteenth holiday, a pay raise for the Road Superintendent, Flag Day recognition, recruitment for the Fire Department, and contacting the County Auditor for road levy renewal figures. Public comments covered an EMT class and wood chips for the LuLu Falls Trail.

The Kingsville Township Trustees held a special meeting to discuss the purchase of an ambulance for the Fire Department, focusing on options for replacing Unit 609, including remounting the existing chassis and purchasing a new vehicle. They considered costs, specifications, and brands such as Medix, Lifeline, and Braun. The board agreed on a Type 3 ambulance and discussed financing options, potential equipment transfers, and the availability of units. The Fire Chief was tasked with seeking formal quotes and exploring financing terms.

The meeting included discussions on financials, correspondence, and department reports from the Road Dept, Fire Dept, and Zoning. Old business included discussions on street lights. New business included closing Academy St. for the library lawn sale, repairing Squad 619, a service contract for EMS monitors, cots, and power load systems, approving the Fire/EMS contract for service with Sheffield Township, hiring a Fire Fighter/EMT, revisiting original plans for the Fire Department renovation, matching funds for the Gazebo committee, and adopting Resolution 2025-003 for mutual release from the Northeast Fire District. The new Ashtabula County Auditor introduced himself.

The Kingsville Township Trustees held a regular meeting where they discussed financials, including bill payments and fund transfers. Correspondence included discussions on bridge closures, natural gas and electric rates, and requests for dumpster placement. Public comments addressed concerns about traffic signals and fire department response times. Department reports were received from the Road Dept, Fire Dept, and Zoning. Old business included FD Renovations and Dibble Rd. Paving Bids. New business involved health department updates, approval of a roofing contract and paving bid, purchase of MARCS radios, commitment to road salt purchase, approval for dumpster placement, and replacement of a roll spreader drum.