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We track commercial developments, multifamily housing, industrial projects, mixed-use developments, subdivisions, rezoning requests, site plans, special permits, and other land development activity in Washington Court House.

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Washington Court House City Council Meeting June 24, 2026

Published: Jun 24, 2026

Meeting

Transparency And GovernanceAll

Larry Milstead Appointed to Civil Service Commission

Resolution R23-2026 was adopted, confirming the appointment of Mr. Larry Milstead to the Civil Service Commission. His term will conclude on December 31st, 2028. This appointment is part of the city's ongoing governance and management structure.

HousingResidential

City to Enter Community Reinvestment Area Agreement with Developers

Resolution R26-2026 was introduced for first reading, authorizing the city manager to enter into a pre-July 1994 residential community reinvestment area agreement with JLB1 Properties LTD and DR Horton, Indiana LLC. This involves approving related materials under certain terms and conditions.

Community DevelopmentAll

City Supports Nomination for Ohio Opportunity Zone

Resolution R25-2026 was introduced for first reading, supporting the nomination of U.S. Census Track 39047926100 in Fayette, Ohio, for designation as an Ohio Opportunity Zone. The resolution also authorizes the submission of this nomination to the Ohio Department of Development.

Parks & EnvironmentInfrastructure

City Authorizes Application for Nature Works Funding

Resolution R22-2026 was adopted, authorizing the city manager to apply for funding through the Nature Works funding application and accepting any grant obligations associated with it. This indicates a commitment to pursuing environmental and recreational projects within the community.

Transparency And GovernanceAll

City Council Approves Meeting Minutes, Hears Committee and Manager Reports, and Introduces New Resolutions

The City Council approved the minutes for the regular meeting held on June 10th, 2026, and the special meeting held on June 22nd, 2026. Roll call votes were recorded for both approvals, with some members abstaining on the special meeting minutes. The Safety Service and Recreation Committee report was presented, detailing various ongoing activities and hires, including new police officers and a dispatcher, an OVI checkpoint, an investigation into a garage fire, the safety town summer program, fireworks inspections, school fire inspections, cemetery maintenance, new planters, park maintenance, downtown accent light changes, lift station repairs, street and alley paving preparations, and hydrant replacement. The committee also noted an open position on the historic district review board. The City Manager provided a report highlighting recent positive community events, volunteer efforts, upcoming holiday celebrations, investments in recreational opportunities like pickleball courts and dog park equipment, and improvements to a park trail supported by an AARP grant. The report also touched upon public safety transitions, including a new fire chief, and the ongoing work of various city departments. The Director of Finance and City Attorney had no reports. The council then moved to legislation, including a resolution authorizing the city manager to apply for Nature Works funding and accept grant obligations, and a resolution confirming the appointment of Larry Milstead to the Civil Service Commission. Finally, two resolutions were introduced for first reading: one supporting the nomination of a U.S. Census Track for an Ohio Opportunity Zone, and another authorizing the city manager to enter into a pre-July 1994 residential community reinvestment area agreement with JLB1 Properties LTD and DR Horton, Indiana LLC.

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