LOCAL GOVERNMENT
Addressing issues
The Journey Home has three main concerns regarding the Jay County Country Living facility — the foundation, electrical system and sprinkler system.
Annexation process advances
Dunkirk City Council took a step in the process Monday, formally approving a resolution regarding the fiscal plan for annexation.
Ceasing plans
Jay County Commissioners decided in a 2-1 vote Monday to notify planning firm Rundell, Ernstberger and Associates to stop development work on the property along Votaw Street in Portland.
Aker won’t seek third term
Jay County Commissioners president Chad Aker announced Monday he will not seek a third term for the middle district commissioner seat. His term runs through the end of 2026.
Variance OK’d for new business
Jay County Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance request Thursday from Tristen Harmon to operate a small-scale powder coating business within the Town of Pennville.
Redevelopment commission pulls project support
Two county government units have decided to stop paying for planning a housing infrastructure project.
New lighting?
Jason Clearwaters of engineering firm Butler, Fairman and Seufert explained during Wednesday’s Portland Board of Aviation meeting plans to push for the new lighting to be part of the federally funded project.
Redkey records major water losses
Redkey Town Council discussed seeking proposals Tuesday to conduct studies on the town’s water and wastewater systems and find leaks. Council members also approved a contract with consulting firm Baker Tilly to conduct a water rate study on the town’s water and wastewater utilities.
Commission voices support
Portland Redevelopment Commission voted Tuesday to support proceeding with the project, which calls for housing and commercial development on 68 acres of county-owned land on the city's west side.
Plant plans advance
Wastewater treatment designs are in motion. Fort Recovery Village Council approved a contract not to exceed $120,000 Monday with engineering consulting firm Kleinfelder for work related to the new wastewater system plan.
Council raises concern about liability
The city’s liability insurance costs are going up. Portland City Council discussed the status of its liability insurance during Monday’s meeting.
Plan commission reviews drafts
Jay County Plan Commission reviewed drafts Thursday for ordinances regulating carbon sequestration storage facilities, battery storage systems and data centers.
‘Pull the plug’
Jay County Council voted Wednesday to stop planning for the project on 68 acres of county-owned land along Votaw Street on the west side of the city.
Redkey, Dunkirk awarded
Two local communities will receive state funding to help with street paving.
County ARPA options mulled
Commissioner Duane Monroe made a motion Monday to stop infrastructure planning on the county’s 68 acres in Portland. Commissioners chose to table the issue until they can speak with their attorney.
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