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City Council 06-16-2026
Published: Jun 16, 2026
City Council Congratulates City Planner on Upcoming Wedding
The City Council acknowledged the upcoming wedding of City Planner Hannah and her partner William (and their dog Bean). Council members offered congratulations and best wishes for their special day.
Board Chairperson Praises Police Training Exercise and Facility Use
Jeff Hallinen, Chairperson of Boards and Commissions, reported on a police training exercise he participated in at the Circleville Water Works building. He described the exercise as realistic, providing him with a greater appreciation for the split-second decisions and challenges faced by police officers. Hallinen also commended Chief Fisher for the exemplary use of the building, which has been repurposed into a multi-functional training facility including a gym, shower facilities, a storage area for confiscated items, and a garage for the SWAT vehicle. He expressed gratitude to Chief Fisher and the police department for the valuable opportunity and their commitment to educating community leaders.
City Council Approves 2026 Annual Appropriation Ordinance After Amendment
The City Council reviewed and approved the annual appropriation ordinance for the fiscal year 2026. This ordinance covers multiple funds including the general fund, capital improvement fund, income tax funds, fire loss prevention fund, and sanitary sewer operating fund. A significant portion, approximately $304,000, was allocated for grant funds from PCCF, insurance proceeds, and the Pickleball Association. Additionally, funds were allocated for programming expenses related to movies in the park, supported by various donors, and for insurance claims related to a wrecked cruiser and fire loss. An amendment was made to adjust the total appropriation amount based on updated information regarding waterworks improvement funds, reducing the initially proposed amount. The amended ordinance was passed by the council.
Aquatic Center Development Concerns Raised Over Cost and Location
The City Council discussed the proposed development of an aquatic center, with public comments highlighting concerns about financial feasibility and project certainty. One resident expressed that the community desires the pool but wants assurance that the project will be completed, warning against the risk of the project becoming too expensive or stalled midway, potentially wasting invested funds. They emphasized the need for all ducks to be in a row before significant investment, especially given the estimated $10 million cost. Another resident suggested alternative locations for the pool, specifically Atwater Park, citing better accessibility due to surrounding rooftops and potentially lower operational losses compared to the proposed Parkmiss Park location, which lacks nearby housing. The council acknowledged these concerns, stating that the project is in its very early stages with final plans and costs still undetermined.
City Council Adopts Ordinance for Civil Citations for Minor Code Violations
An ordinance was introduced for its first reading to implement a civil procedure and administrative citations for minor violations of the city code, amending several parts of the code to utilize this new section. This ordinance aims to shift penalties for minor misdemeanors, such as tall grass, trash in yards, and minor zoning or property maintenance issues, from criminal court to administrative citations, similar to systems used in Logan and Athens, Ohio. Code enforcement officers will issue tickets, which can be posted on the property. Property owners have an appeal process, and unpaid fines will be added to water bills, with escalating penalties for continued non-compliance. The city has conducted two public hearings and distributed surveys regarding this change. The ordinance passed on its first reading after a motion to suspend the rules and a subsequent motion for passage.
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