Hancock County, OH

Commissioners Regular Meeting

Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Hancock County Commissioners are holding a work session to interview four construction companies for upcoming county projects. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, correspondence, personnel actions, payroll, and auditor's warrants, along with public comments.

• Interview with ACI Construction Co, Inc. at 1:30 P.M.
• Interview with Alexander & Bebout, Inc. at 2:00 P.M.
• Interview with Helms Construction, Inc. at 2:30 P.M.
• Interview with Delventhal Co. at 3:00 P.M.

Commissioners Regular Meeting

Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Hancock County Commissioners will vote on several appropriations and transfers, including $330,000 for the HUD Fund and $291,200 for the Sanitary Landfill Fund. They will also consider agreements for security upgrades, backup internet for 9-1-1, road safety studies, and a ditch maintenance project. The meeting includes public comments and a work session.

• Appropriate $330,000 to HUD Fund #2176
• Appropriate $291,200 to Sanitary Landfill Fund #5042
• Agreement with AT&T Mobility for backup internet for 9-1-1 system
• Agreement with Manik & Smith Group for road intersection safety studies
• Appropriate $1,150 to Sheriff Concealed Carry Licensing Fund

The Hancock County Commissioners approved all resolutions presented, including appropriations to the Sheriff Concealed Carry Licensing Fund ($1,150), HUD Fund ($330,000), Severance Fund for Juvenile Court ($1,260.88), and a $32,657.16 transfer from Hotel/Motel Fund to General Fund. They also authorized agreements for security camera upgrades, AT&T back-up internet for 9-1-1, intersection safety studies, and a change order for the Olive Street remodeling project. The board entered executive sessions three times, with no action taken, and received updates on county projects and the Agricultural Society's finances.

• Approved minutes and four warrant journals (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #521-26: $1,150 to Sheriff Concealed Carry Licensing Fund (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #522-26: $330,000 to HUD Fund (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #527-26: $32,657.16 transfer from Hotel/Motel Fund to General Fund (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #528-26: security camera upgrade agreement with Vaughn Industries (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #529-26: AT&T back-up internet for 9-1-1 system (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #530-26: intersection safety study agreement, county pays $6,500 of $140,000 (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #533-26: $3,150 change order for Olive Street design services (3-0)

Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Hancock County Commissioners will vote on resolutions authorizing payments, appropriations, and fund transfers, and will decide on the annexation of 41.366 acres in Allen Township to the city of Findlay. They will also consider several contracts and agreements, including a Brownfield remediation grant, demolition contracts, and a fiber optic loop extension. Interviews for the jail chiller project and a final hearing on a tile petition are scheduled, followed by an executive session on personnel.

• Resolution #502-26: $2,162.62 to Sheriff's Severance Fund #2136
• Resolution #504-26: $116,092.09 transfer of Solid Waste Management District tiered disposal fees
• Huffman annexation petition: 41.366 acres in Allen Township to Findlay
• Brownfield remediation grant agreement for property on Ohio State Route 103 in Bluffton
• Contract with Big Iron Construction LLC for demolition in Findlay, McComb, and Bluffton

The Hancock County Commissioners approved 19 resolutions, including the annexation of 41.366 acres in Allen Township to the city of Findlay, a $60,000 demolition contract, a $638,000 fiber optic loop contract, and the G.N. Pugh Ditch Improvement Project. All votes were 3-0 except the minutes approval, which passed 2-0 with Commissioner Hunker abstaining. Two executive sessions were held with no action taken.

• Approved minutes of July 30 meeting (2-0, Hunker abstained)
• Approved Resolution #511-26: annexation of 41.366 acres to Findlay (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #513-26: $60,000 demolition contract with Big Iron Construction (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #519-26: $638,000 fiber optic loop contract with Telephone Service Company (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #518-26: G.N. Pugh Ditch Improvement Project (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #512-26: Brownfield remediation grant agreement for Bluffton property (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #510-26: OCTF board reappointment and appointment (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #502-26: $2,162.62 appropriation to Sheriff Severance Fund (3-0)

Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Hancock County Commissioners will discuss and vote on several resolutions, including the transfer of funds within the Sanitary Landfill Fund and additional appropriations to the Blanchard River Maintenance Fund and Ditch Maintenance Fund. They will also consider the appointment of Mike Epps to the Blanchard Valley Port Authority Board and discuss various other topics, including flood mitigation and personnel actions.

• Transfer of $1,000.00 within Sanitary Landfill Fund
• Appropriation of $65,560.59 to Blanchard River Maintenance Fund
• Appropriation of $8,750.00 to Ditch Maintenance Fund
• Appointment of Mike Epps to Blanchard Valley Port Authority Board
• Oil Ditch South Drainage Improvement Project assessment adoption

The Hancock County Commissioners approved all resolutions on the agenda, including fund transfers, appointments, and project authorizations. They also opened bids for the Regional Planning Commission Group 3 Demolition Project, with Big Iron Construction LLC submitting the lowest bid at $60,000. No action was taken in executive sessions.

• Approved minutes from July 28, 2026 (3-0)
• Approved two Warrant Journals (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #493-26 authorizing payment of purchase orders (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #494-26 transferring $1,000 within Sanitary Landfill Fund (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #495-26 appropriating $65,560.59 to Blanchard River Maintenance Fund (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #496-26 appropriating $8,750.00 to Ditch Maintenance Fund (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #497-26 appointing Mike Epps to Blanchard Valley Port Authority Board (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #498-26 accepting Oil Ditch South Drainage Improvement Project work and assessments (3-0)

Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Hancock County Commissioners will meet on July 28, 2026, to vote on multiple resolutions authorizing additional appropriations totaling $314,031.73 across several county funds. They will also consider new contracts for ditch maintenance, cathodic protection, sprinkler system services, and HVAC maintenance at county buildings.

• Additional appropriation of $125,069.00 to ADAMHS Fund #2013
• Additional appropriation of $25,225.00 to CASA/GAL Fund #2246
• Additional appropriation of $60,000.00 to General Fund #1001
• Contract with OTC Industrial Technologies for Hancock County Ditch Maintenance Project
• Contract with Corepretek for cathodic protection services at Hancock County Sheriff’s office

The Board approved several maintenance contracts for county buildings and a ditch project. They authorized multiple fund transfers and additional appropriations for various county funds. The Commissioners also directed the Prosecutor's office to prepare a resolution approving the Huffman Annexation.

• Approved $2,000 contract with OTC Industrial Technologies for Western Meadows ditch maintenance (3-0)
• Approved $11,500 contract with Corepretek Inc. for Sheriff's office storage tank cathodic protection (3-0)
• Approved $4,299.83 contract with Stumps Fire Protection & Safety Equipment Company for sprinkler systems (3-0)
• Approved $2,100 contract with Bowers Heating & Cooling, Inc. for Job and Family Services HVAC maintenance (3-0)
• Appropriated $125,069.00 to ADAMHS Fund #2013 (3-0)
• Appropriated $25,225.00 to CASA/GAL Fund #2246 (3-0)
• Appropriated $60,000.00 to General Fund #1001 Commissioner (3-0)
• Directed Prosecutor's office to prepare resolution for Huffman Annexation approval (3-0)

Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Hancock County Commissioners are meeting to decide on a land annexation petition and authorize several infrastructure and service contracts. The body will also review multiple fund transfers and appropriations.

• Petition for annexation of 80.937 acres in Allen Township to the City of Findlay
• Contract with Advanced One Development, LLC for gas collection system improvements at Hancock County Sanitary Landfill
• Agreement with Johnson Controls Fire Protection, LP for a new fire alarm system at 401 Olive Street, Findlay
• Services agreement with AI for All LLC (d/b/a AI Owl) for employee AI training
• Transfer of $38,000.00 within the ADAMHS Fund #2013

The Board approved several infrastructure contracts, including a $244,638 landfill gas collection system and a new fire alarm system for 401 Olive Street. They also approved the annexation of 80.937 acres in Allen Township to the City of Findlay.

• Approved annexation of 80.937 acres in Allen Township to City of Findlay (2-0)
• Approved $244,638 contract with Advance One Development, LLC for landfill gas collection system (2-0)
• Approved $84,100 contract with Johnson Controls Fire Protection, LP for fire alarm system at 401 Olive Street (2-0)
• Approved $44,943.32 contract with Wentling Electrical Service, LLC for electrical work at 401 Olive Street (2-0)
• Approved $2,000 per employee AI training agreement with AI for All LLC (2-0)
• Approved $11,500 repair for underground storage tank at the Jail
• Approved $2,100 compressor replacement at the county home
• Approved $1,063.96 for maintenance truck tires

Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Hancock County Board of Commissioners will vote on a series of resolutions authorizing payments, fund transfers, and new appropriations, including a $1,348,760 appropriation to the OPWC Fund. Additional items include a $42,885 advance to the CASA Fund, a $113,300 transfer to the Sheriff’s budget, and a $2,500 appropriation to the MV & GT Fund. Prosecutors will present a petition to align Marion Township boundaries with the City of Findlay and request approval for a credit‑card for the Engineer’s Office. The meeting also covers a change order with Helms Construction for a Community Center in McComb and flood‑mitigation topics.

• Resolution #4‑51‑26: Appropriation of $1,348,760 to OPWC Fund
• Resolution #4‑47‑26: Advance of $42,885 from General Fund #1001 to CASA Fund
• Resolution #4‑50‑26: Transfer of $113,300 from General Fund #1001 to Sheriff
• Prosecutors: Petition to change Marion Township boundary lines to match City of Findlay limits
• Change Order #3 with Helms Construction, Inc. for Community Center in McComb under Neighborhood Revitalization Program

The Commissioners approved a petition to change Marion Township boundary lines to match the City of Findlay corporate limits. They also authorized a contract price increase for a community center in McComb and initiated a process to create a comprehensive land use plan.

• Approved Marion Township boundary change for Shady Grove Annexation (2-0)
• Approved $26,870.50 contract increase for McComb Community Center (2-0)
• Authorized RFP process for a comprehensive land use plan (2-0)
• Approved credit card usage for the Hancock County Engineer’s Office (2-0)
• Approved $482,421.50 appropriation to OPWC Fund #4076 (2-0)
• Approved $100,000.00 transfer from General Fund to Severance Fund (2-0)
• Approved $42,885.00 advance from General Fund to CASA Fund (2-0)
• Approved $17,150.64 travel request for Sheriff's office and MWCD (2-0)

Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Hancock County Commissioners are considering the placement of two tax levy renewals on the November 3, 2026 ballot. The body will also review several fund transfers, infrastructure contracts, and service agreements for adult protective services.

• Proposed 5-year renewal of 1.2 mill tax levy for Hancock County Seniors Services (50 North)
• Proposed 5-year renewal of 1.3 mill tax levy for Board of Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services
• Contract with M&B Asphalt Co., Inc. for OPWC Resurfacing 2026 Project
• Solicitation for design-build services to renovate the former Litter Landing building into a law enforcement training and vehicle storage facility
• Transfer of $638,000.00 within General Fund Capital Projects #4150

The Hancock County Commissioners approved a series of resolutions, all passing unanimously. Key actions included approving payroll and travel expenses, transferring funds within the General Fund, and authorizing contracts for road resurfacing, HVAC maintenance, and a sewage treatment system. They also approved two ballot measures to renew senior services and mental‑health levies for five years. All motions recorded a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved July 2 minutes (3-0)
• Approved two Warrant Journals (3-0)
• Approved payroll for JFS and Commissioners’ office (3-0)
• Approved transfer of $638,000 within General Fund Capital Projects (3-0)
• Approved $2,388,111.15 road resurfacing contract with M&B Asphalt (3-0)
• Approved election for five‑year renewal of 1.2 mil senior services levy (3-0)
• Approved election for five‑year renewal of 1.3 mil mental‑health levy (3-0)
• Approved $1,136 HVAC maintenance contract for Courthouse (3-0)

Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Hancock County Commissioners are meeting to consider over a dozen resolutions, including a $2 million additional appropriation for capital projects, several fund transfers and appropriations for water pollution control, ditch maintenance, and court technology grants. They will also hold a public hearing on the Forest Lake ditch improvement assessments and authorize various contracts, including interior/exterior improvements to the county office building and a controlled access gate agreement with the City of Findlay. The agenda includes multiple corrections to previous resolutions and authorizations for 9-1-1 system services and property disposal.

• Resolution #415-26: Additional appropriation of $2,000,000.00 to Capital Project Fund #4150
• Resolution #419-26: Order fixing final hearing on Engineer's reports for Forest Lake Single County Petition Ditch improvements
• Authorizing contract with ACI Construction Co., Inc for interior and exterior improvements to the Hancock County Office Building at 401 Olive Street
• Resolution #418-26: Transfer of $300,000 within Children's Services Fund #2023
• Authorizing entry into Memorandum of Understanding with City of Findlay for controlled access gate at South Cory Street and West Crawford Street

The Board approved multiple fund transfers, including $2 million for the Capital Project Fund. They also authorized a memorandum of understanding with the City of Findlay for a controlled access gate and extended a construction deadline for the Hancock County Office Building.

• Approved June 25, 2026, meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved two Warrant Journals (3-0)
• Approved position descriptions for six new JFS positions (3-0)
• Approved rental of Brugeman Lodge for Forest Lake Petition Ditch hearing (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #408-26: Payment of listed purchase orders (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #409-26: $261.00 transfer to Sanitary Landfill Fund (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #410-26: $1,500.00 transfer to General Fund/Sheriff (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #411-26: $10,140.00 appropriation to Water Pollution Control Fund (3-0)

Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Hancock County Commissioners will discuss several resolutions, including renewing a 1.3-mill levy for the Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services board and a separate 1.2-mill levy, both for the November 2026 ballot. They will also consider petitions to change Marion Township boundary lines (Cole Annexation), retain outside counsel for Board of Revision appeals, and authorize a cleaning services contract with City Wide Facility Solutions NW Ohio for July–September 2026 at 401 Olive Street. The meeting includes flood mitigation topics, public comments, a work session, and an executive session.

• Resolution to place a renewal 1.3-mill levy for the ADAMHS Board on the November 2026 ballot
• Resolution to place a renewal 1.2-mill levy (unspecified purpose) on the November 2026 ballot
• Two petitions to change Marion Township boundary lines consistent with Findlay city limits (Cole Annexation)
• Authorizing retention of outside counsel for Board of Revision appeal actions
• Authorizing a cleaning services contract with City Wide Facility Solutions NW Ohio for 401 Olive Street, July–September 2026

The Hancock County Commissioners approved multiple resolutions including two tax levy renewals for the November 2026 ballot and two township boundary changes. They also authorized outside counsel for Board of Revision appeals and a cleaning services contract for a county building.

• Approved June 23, 2026 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved three Warrant Journals (3-0)
• Approved payroll for staff and JFS (3-0)
• Approved $6,348.97 travel request for Engineer and MWCD (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #401-26 for purchase orders (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #402-26: 1.3 mill renewal levy for Board of Alcohol, Drug Addiction And Mental Health Services (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #403-26: Allen Township/City of Findlay annexation (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #404-26: Marion Township/City of Findlay annexation (3-0)

Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Hancock County Board of Commissioners will consider four resolutions involving fund appropriations and payments. Resolution #398-26 proposes an additional appropriation of $310,000 to ADAMHS Fund #2013. Resolutions #399-26 and #400-26 address a $10,000 transfer within ADAMHS and a $16,349.12 appropriation to Severance Fund #2136, respectively. Additional agenda items include a payment authorization for listed purchase orders, flood mitigation topics, public comments, and a work session with a bid opening for regional planning.

• Resolution #398-26: additional appropriation of $310,000 to ADAMHS Fund #2013
• Resolution #399-26: transfer of $10,000 within ADAMHS
• Resolution #400-26: additional appropriation of $16,349.12 to Severance Fund #2136
• Resolution #397-26: authorizing payment of listed purchase orders
• 11:30 A.M. bid opening for Regional Planning

The Hancock County Commissioners approved four resolutions: payment of purchase orders, additional appropriations for ADAMHS and Severance funds, and a fund transfer. They also signed borrowing documents for $2.0 million for Olive Street renovations and agreed to sign a proclamation honoring Jon Opperman's 43 years of service. A bid for a WPCLF HSTS project was received and will be reviewed.

• Approved minutes from June 18, 2026, 3-0.
• Approved Resolution #397-26 authorizing payment of purchase orders, 3-0.
• Approved Resolution #398-26 additional appropriation to ADAMHS fund #2013, 3-0.
• Approved Resolution #399-26 transfer of funds within ADAMHS fund #2013, 3-0.
• Approved Resolution #400-26 additional appropriation to Severance fund #2136, 3-0.
• Signed borrowing documents for $2.0 million financing for Olive Street renovations.
• Agreed to sign a proclamation honoring Jon Opperman's retirement after 43 years.
• Gave direction to proceed with a BWC settlement offer.

Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Hancock County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with several resolutions for appropriations and fund transfers, including a $600,000 appropriation to the Real Estate Fund. They will also consider numerous contracts for county services, such as a change order for the Howard Run ditch project, a bridge replacement over Lye Creek, and equipment relocation from the former probate court building. Additionally, the board will appoint Shelby Rose to the Children's Services Trust Fund Board and hold a public hearing on Soil & Water Conservancy District assessments.

• $600,000 appropriation to Real Estate Fund #2037
• Appointment of Shelby Rose to Hancock County Children's Services Trust Fund Board
• Change order #2 for Howard Run Single County Ditch Project with State Highway Clearing
• Change order #1 for bridge replacement over Lye Creek on County Road 180 (Han-CR 180-3.67)
• Rejection of all bids for the gas collection system second lift at the Hancock County Sanitary Landfill

The Commissioners approved several fund transfers and appropriations for the Prosecutor, Real Estate, and Severance funds. They also authorized multiple service contracts for tree removal, electrical work, and road projects.

• Approved June 11 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved Warrant Journal (3-0)
• Appropriated $12,357.85 to Prosecutor General Fund #1001 (3-0)
• Appropriated $600,000 to Real Estate Fund #2037 (3-0)
• Transferred $36,658.00 within Job & Family Services Fund #2015 (3-0)
• Appointed Shelby Rose to Children's Services Trust Fund Board (3-0)
• Awarded contract to Allen County Earthworks, Inc. for Mt. Blanchard project ($38,207.35) (3-0)
• Approved disposal of 2018 Nissan Altima via tow company (3-0)

Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Hancock County Board of Commissioners will vote on several resolutions, including authorizing $2,000,000 of notes to finance renovation and equipment of a building for the Board of Elections, Veterans Services, and the Sheriff. Other items include payments for purchase orders, fund transfers for the Children Services Fund, and agreements for ditch‑maintenance projects and a land‑use planning grant. The meeting also features bid openings for a fiber‑loop extension and a landfill‑gas collection project.

• Resolution to issue and sell $2,000,000 of notes for county building improvements
• Resolution authorizing payment of listed purchase orders (Resolution #360‑26)
• Resolution transferring funds within the Children Services Fund (Resolution #361‑26)
• Agreements with multiple contractors for 2025‑2026 ditch‑maintenance projects
• Bid openings: Fiber Loop Extension Project and Landfill Gas Collection Project

The Board approved $2,000,000 in notes for a building to house the Board of Elections, Veterans Services, and Sheriff. They also authorized several ditch maintenance projects, a land use planning grant, and park facility installations.

• Approved June 4 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved two Warrant Journals (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 4360-26 for purchase orders (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 361-26 for fund transfer to Children Services Fund (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 362-26 for soil investigation agreement (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 363-26 for $2,000,000 in notes for building improvements (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 364-26 for NWO Property Services ditch maintenance ($31,390) (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 365-26 for Champion Lawn Service ditch maintenance ($11,926.61) (3-0)

Commissioners Regular Meeting

Commissioners Regular Meeting

This meeting includes multiple fund transfers and appropriations, notably a $845,407 repayment of an advance from the Brownfield Coalition Grant Fund to the General Fund. Commissioners will also consider contracts for parking lot resurfacing on West Hardin Street, fire suppression system replacement at the Justice Center, and architectural design services for the Olive Street office building remodeling. A grant application for waterline and hydrant replacement in the Village of Rawson is proposed.

• Resolution 352-26: Repayment of $845,407 advance from Brownfield Coalition Grant Fund #2195 to General Fund #1001
• Resolution 354-26: Additional appropriation of $67,125 to Probate Court AOT Fund #2256
• Authorizing agreement with M & B Asphalt Co. for resurfacing, striping, and marking county parking lots on West Hardin Street
• Authorizing contract with Johnson Controls Fire Protection LP for fire suppression system replacement at Hancock County Justice Center
• Authorizing submission of CDBG application for waterline and hydrant replacement in the Village of Rawson

The Board approved several financial resolutions including fund transfers for the Probate Court and General Fund. They also authorized contracts for parking lot asphalt work in Findlay and a fire suppression system update at the Justice Center.

• Approved June 2, 2026 minutes (3-0)
• Approved two Warrant Journals (3-0)
• Approved MWCD reimbursement of $1,123.51 for NS bridge project (3-0)
• Rescinded Resolution #344-26 regarding Probate Court Special Project Fund (3-0)
• Approved $10,000 transfer within Probate Court Special Project Fund #2218 (3-0)
• Approved $500.00 transfer within General Fund (3-0)
• Approved $845,407.00 repayment from Brownfield Coalition Grant Fund to General Fund (3-0)
• Approved Solid Waste Management District Tier Disposal Fees transfer (3-0)

Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Hancock County Commissioners will consider three resolutions: one authorizing purchase order payments, and two transferring funds between accounts. They will also act on a change order for a ditch maintenance project, a sidewalk replacement contract in Rawson, and a pavilion installation contract in Mt. Blanchard, all funded through CDBG programs. A public hearing on the KDG annexation is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. Other agenda items include a recycling update meeting and flood mitigation topics.

• Resolution #343-26 authorizing payment of listed purchase orders
• Transfer of funds from General Fund #1001 to Capital Projects #4150 via Resolution #345-26
• Change Order No. 2 for Hancock County Ditch Maintenance Project with Boes Brothers, Inc.
• Contract award to Tawa Mulch & Landscape Supply LLC for a pavilion building in Mt. Blanchard (CDBG program year 2023)
• KDG Annexation Hearing at 10:30 a.m.

The board approved three fund transfer resolutions and several contract change orders, including a $6,900 amendment for the Boes Brothers ditch maintenance project. They also voted to replace the Justice Center Halon system and to remove a large tree on county property. Executive sessions were held on safety and personnel compensation.

• Approved Resolution #343-26 to pay listed purchase orders (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #344-26 to transfer funds within Probate court Special Project Fund #2218 (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #345-26 to transfer funds between General Fund #1001 and Capital Projects Fund #4150 (3-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 2 for Boes Brothers ditch project, raising contract to $6,900 (3-0)
• Approved Change Order #1 with D.L. Smith Concrete for Rawson sidewalk project, new contract $277,423.60 (3-0)
• Approved contract with Tawa & Landscape Supply for Mt. Blanchard pavilion, $30,830 (3-0)
• Decided to replace Justice Center Halon system, cost $31,734.05 (unanimous)
• Decided to remove larger tree and trim smaller tree on county property, contract with M & B (unanimous)

Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Hancock County Commissioners are meeting to authorize purchase orders and a General Fund appropriation. The body will also review a payment application for sidewalk demolition and replacement in the Village of Rawson.

• Resolution #341-26: $42,000 appropriation to General Fund #1001
• Payment application for D.L. Smith Concrete, LLC for Village of Rawson sidewalk project
• Resolution #340-26: Payment of listed purchase orders
• Discussion on flood mitigation topics

The board approved three resolutions authorizing payments and appropriations, each passing unanimously (3-0). A key action was the approval of a $277,423.60 payment to D.L. Smith Concrete for Rawson sidewalk demolition under a CDBG grant. All motions were made by Commissioner Bateson and seconded by Commissioner Bechtol.

• Approved Resolution #340-26 payment of listed purchase orders (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #341-26 additional appropriation to General Fund #1001 (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #342-26 $277,423.60 payment to D.L. Smith Concrete for Rawson sidewalk project (3-0)

Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Hancock County Commissioners are meeting to vote on several fund transfers and appropriations. The body will also consider agreements for 911 communications upgrades and the solicitation of design services for a chiller replacement at the Justice Center.

• Appropriation of $75,000.00 to MV & GT Fund #2002
• Appropriation of $8,000.00 to Water Pollution Control Fund #2202
• Agreement with Interaction Insight Corporation for 911 communications system upgrades
• Lease of vacant land near the Hancock County BMV Building in Allen Township to TAWA Tree Mulch Division, LLC (2026-2031)
• Solicitation of design services to replace a chiller unit at the Hancock County Justice Center

The commissioners approved all presented resolutions, including a $75,000 appropriation to the MV & GT Fund and several fund transfers. They also authorized a $23,269 upgrade to the 911 communications system and a lease of vacant land near the BMV building. Multiple executive‑session periods were entered and exited with unanimous votes.

• Approved minutes from May 21, 2026 (3-0)
• Approved $.42 interest fee for Fifth Third credit‑card payment (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #329-26 – payment of listed purchase orders (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #330-26 – $8,000 appropriation to Water Pollution Control Fund #2202 (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #331-26 – $636.50 transfer to Sheriff travel fund #1001 (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #332-26 – $1,088.28 transfer from Indigent Defense Fund #8180 to General Fund #1001 (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #333-26 – $75,000 appropriation to MV & GT Fund #2002 (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #334-26 – $4,000 transfer within Public Assistance Fund #2015 (3-0)

Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Hancock County Commissioners will consider three fund transfers and advances totaling $68,700, and vote on reducing speed limits on County Roads 140 and 95 pending ODOT approval. They will also authorize a contract with All-Temp Refrigeration for HVAC maintenance at the Judicial Center, a request for qualifications for a comprehensive county land use plan, and a change order for repairs at the ADAMHS Board building. The meeting includes discussions with Sheriff Cortez and other officials.

• Transfer $40,000 within ADAMHS Capital Improvement Fund (Resolution #321-26)
• Transfer $20,700 within ADAMHS Fund (Resolution #322-26)
• Advance $8,000 from General Fund to WPCLF Fund (Resolution #323-26)
• Reduce speed limits on County Road 140 and County Road 95, subject to ODOT approval
• Authorize solicitation of qualifications for a comprehensive land use plan for Hancock County

The board approved the prior meeting minutes and several fund transfers within county appropriations. It authorized reduced speed limits on County Roads 140 and 95, a contract for HVAC chiller maintenance, and a solicitation for a comprehensive land‑use plan. A change order adding $11,821.39 to the ADAMHS Board building rehabilitation project was also approved, bringing the total cost to $564,893.43. Additional items such as a notice of hearing date change and a $5,403.50 expense reimbursement were approved.

• Approved May 19, 2026 minutes (3-0)
• Approved transfer of $40,000 from ADAMHS Capital Improvement Fund (Resolution #321-26) (3-0)
• Approved speed limit reduction on County Road 140 to 45 mph (Resolution #324-26) (3-0)
• Approved speed limit reduction on County Road 95 to 35 mph (Resolution #325-26) (3-0)
• Approved contract with All-Temp Refrigeration for $1,811 HVAC chiller service (Resolution #326-26) (3-0)
• Approved solicitation for land‑use‑plan consultants (Resolution #327-26) (3-0)
• Approved Change Order #2 adding $11,821.39 to ADAMHS Board building rehab, total $564,893.43 (Resolution #328-26) (3-0)
• Approved Stantec expense reimbursement of $5,403.50 for MWCD

Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Hancock County Commissioners will act on several resolutions including purchase order payments, adoption of a Citizen Participation Plan for CDBG/Home programs, approval of the 2026 CHIP Policy Manual, and authorization of payments for fiber optic maintenance and pole rental fees per a prior agreement with Findlay City Schools. The meeting also includes flood mitigation discussion, public comments, and a JFS update.

• Resolution 317-26: authorize payment of purchase orders
• Adoption of Citizen Participation Plan for CDBG/Home programs
• Approval of CHIP Policy and Procedure Manual 2026 update
• Authorization of payment for fiber optic maintenance and pole rental fees (Resolution 581-24)
• Flood mitigation topics discussion

The board approved the minutes from the May 14 meeting and a travel request for Job & Family Services. It adopted a Citizen Participation Plan for CDBG/Home Allocation and updated the Community Housing Impact and Preservation Program (CHIP) policy. The commissioners also authorized payments for purchase orders and a $5,215.40 fiber‑optic maintenance invoice, and entered then exited an executive session on real‑estate lease and employee discipline.

• Approved May 14 minutes (2-0)
• Approved travel request for Job & Family Services (no vote recorded)
• Authorized payment of listed purchase orders (Resolution #317-26) (3-0)
• Adopted Citizen Participation Plan for CDBG/Home Allocation (Resolution #3 18-26) (3-0)
• Adopted CHIP policy and procedure manual update (Resolution #3 19-26) (3-0)
• Authorized $5,215.40 fiber‑optic maintenance payment (Resolution #320-26) (3-0)
• Entered executive session on real‑estate lease and employee discipline (3-0)
• Exited executive session (3-0)

Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Hancock County Commissioners are meeting to vote on several additional fund appropriations and the rescinding of two previous resolutions. The body will also consider a maintenance contract for county-owned properties and the disposal of a 1997 GMC STX Van.

• Appropriation of $88,620.00 to ODOT State Grant Fund #4229
• Appropriation of $59,825.44 to Ditch Maintenance Fund #2004
• Contract with S & S Landscape and Tree Service, LLC for lawn mowing and ground maintenance
• Disposal of a 1997 GMC STX Van from the Maintenance Department
• Appropriation of $37,216.64 to General Fund #1001

The board approved the May 12 meeting minutes and three warrant journals. They rescinded and re‑approved several fund appropriations, including $58,859.00 for the Severance Fund and $18,800.00 for the Veterans Service Trust Fund. The commissioners also authorized a lawn‑maintenance contract for less than $25,000 and the disposal of a 1997 GMC STX van valued under $5,000. An executive session was held to discuss a potential real‑estate lease.

• Approved May 12 meeting minutes (2-0)
• Approved three warrant journals (3-0)
• Rescinded and re‑approved Severance Fund #2136 appropriation of $58,859.00 (2-0)
• Rescinded Veterans Service Trust Fund #2152 appropriation of $18,800.00 (2-0)
• Approved additional appropriation to Ditch Maintenance Fund #2004 $59,825.44 (2-0)
• Approved additional appropriation to General Fund #1001 $37,216.64 (2-0)
• Authorized 2026 lawn‑maintenance contract with S & S Landscape, total < $25,000 (2-0)
• Authorized disposal of 1997 GMC STX Van, value < $5,000 (2-0)

Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Hancock County Commissioners will consider several resolutions, including fund transfers and appropriations, contracts for legal services and lawn maintenance, and increased disposal charges at the county landfill. A representative from the Prosecutor's Office is authorizing the setting of higher fees for mattresses, box springs, tires, minimum disposal, and backhoe usage. Flood mitigation topics and public comments are also on the agenda.

• Resolution #301-26: Transfer $58,859 to Severance Fund #2136
• Resolution #302-26: Appropriation of $18,800 to Veterans Service Trust Fund #2152
• Resolution #303-26: Transfer $3,672 within Community Corrections Grant Fund #2089
• Authorizing increased disposal charges at Hancock County Landfill for mattresses, box springs, and tires
• Authorizing a 2026 lawn mowing contract with S & S Landscape and Tree Service, LLC for county-owned properties

The board approved the minutes from the May 7 meeting and adopted two proclamations honoring Jacob Dukes and SSGT Cal Rettig. Several financial resolutions were passed, including payments, fund transfers, and a $18,800 appropriation to the Veterans Service Trust Fund. The commissioners also approved an $11,648.52 invoice to the county Board of Elections counsel and corrected a contract name with Strand Associates. Finally, they authorized increased disposal fees for mattresses, box springs, and tires at the county landfill, to take effect on July 1.

• Approved May 7, 2026 minutes (2‑0)
• Adopted proclamations for Jacob Dukes Day and SSGT Cal Rettig Day (no vote recorded)
• Approved Resolution 4300‑26 authorizing payment of listed purchase orders (2‑0)
• Approved Resolution 4301‑26 transfer of $58,859 from Severance Fund #2136 (3‑0)
• Approved Resolution 302‑26 appropriation of $18,800 to Veterans Service Trust Fund #2152 (2‑0)
• Approved Resolution 303‑26 transfer of $3,672 to Community Corrections Grant Fund #2089 (2‑0)
• Approved Resolution 304‑26 payment of $11,648.52 invoice to counsel for Board of Elections (2‑0)
• Approved Resolution 306‑26 increased landfill disposal fees effective July 1 (2‑0)

Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Hancock County Commissioners will consider multiple resolutions including fund transfers and appropriations, and act on prosecutor-recommended contracts for flooring replacement at the Justice Center, property sale, and asbestos inspections. They will also hold a public hearing on a Liberty Township senior assisted living facility with the Port Authority, open bids for Olive Street, and receive landfill and flood mitigation updates.

• Resolution #290-26: Additional appropriation of $14.20 to Severance Fund #2136
• Resolution #291-26: Transfer of $19,782.99 from Hotel/Motel Fund #8047 to General Fund #1001 for 1st Quarter Fees 2026
• Contract with Stage 5, LLC (City Wide Facility Solutions NW Ohio) to replace flooring in dispatch room and adjacent bathroom at Hancock County Justice Center, 200 West Crawford Street, Findlay
• Resolution authorizing sale of property no longer used by Hancock County Engineer’s office
• Public hearing at 2:00 PM on Liberty Township Senior Assisted Living Facility with Port Authority

The board voted 3‑0 to act as the elected representative for the Blanchard Valley Port Authority and to approve the issuance of up to $35,000,000 in multifamily housing revenue bonds for the Liberty Assisted Living project. In the same meeting the commissioners also approved several fund transfers, a small furniture sale, and three service contracts ranging from $450 to $9,250, all by unanimous vote.

• Approved minutes from May 5, 2026 (3‑0)
• Approved two warrant journals (3‑0)
• Appropriated $14.20 to Severance Fund #2136 (3‑0)
• Transferred $19,782.99 from Hotel/Motel Fund #8047 to General Fund #1001 (3‑0)
• Approved sale of office furniture by County Engineer (3‑0)
• Authorized $9,250 flooring contract for Justice Center dispatch room (3‑0)
• Authorized $280 reimbursement to Ten Star Enterprises for grease‑trap cleaning (3‑0)
• Approved $35,000,000 bond issuance for Liberty Assisted Living project (3‑0)

Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Hancock County Commissioners will consider several resolutions, including a proclamation for Motorcycle Awareness Month and authorizing payment of listed purchase orders. They will vote to transfer $110,379.59 in solid waste disposal fees to the Tiered Disposal Fee Fund and appropriate $10,000 to the Veterans Service Trust Fund and $2,000 to the MV & GT Fund. The meeting also includes appointments to the Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services (ADAMHS) Board.

• Resolution #283-26 – Transfer of $110,379.59 solid waste disposal fees to Tiered Disposal Fee Fund #5109
• Resolution #282-26 – Authorize payment of listed and/or attached purchase orders
• Resolution #284-26 – Appropriation of $10,000 to Veterans Service Trust Fund
• Resolution #285-26 – Appropriation of $2,000 to MV & GT Fund #2002
• Resolutions #286-29 – Appointments and reappointments to the ADAMHS Board

The board approved the minutes from the April 29 meeting and signed a notice of filing an annexation, setting a hearing for July 9, 2026. They adopted Resolutions 282‑26 through 289‑26, covering payment of purchase orders, transfer of solid‑waste disposal fees, appropriations to the Veterans Service Fund and MV & GT Fund, and appointments and reappointments to the Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services Board, each passing 3‑0. The commissioners also approved a $9,250 repair quote for jail flooring and entered an executive session to discuss a potential real‑estate lease and pending litigation, exiting the session later the same day.

• Approved April 29, 2026 minutes (3-0)
• Approved revised and new travel requests for the Engineer’s Office (no vote recorded)
• Signed notice of filing an annexation; hearing set for July 9, 2026 (no vote recorded)
• Approved Resolution #282-26 authorizing payment of purchase orders (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #283-26 transfer of solid‑waste disposal fees to Tiered Disposal Fee Fund #5109 (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #284-26 appropriation to Veterans Service Fund #2152 (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #285-26 appropriation to MV & GT Fund #2002 (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #286-26 appointment of Karl Gingrich to ADAMHS Board (3-0)

Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Hancock County Commissioners will consider several resolutions including appropriations to severance and capital projects funds, project and consultant agreements for the Liberty Benton Sidewalks Project Phase 2, and an enterprise zone agreement with Findlay AAL, LLC. They will also discuss contracts for courthouse cooling system improvements and a donation agreement for Liberty Benton Schools. Additionally, the board will meet with Karl Gingrich, Sheriff Cortez, and hold a Needles Variance Hearing.

• Resolution #273-26: Appropriation of $18,006.27 to Severance Fund #2136
• Resolution #274-26: Appropriation of $48,652.00 to Capital Projects Fund #4150
• Project agreement with ODOT and consultant agreement with Strand Associates for Liberty Benton Sidewalks Project, Phase 2
• Enterprise Zone Agreement between Liberty Township and Findlay AAL, LLC
• Contracts with All-Temp Refrigeration Inc. and Automated Logic Systems Inc. for courthouse cooling improvements

The board voted 3‑0 to deny the variance request filed by Jodi Needles, citing safety concerns. In the same meeting they approved multiple appropriations, contracts for school sidewalk improvements, cooling‑system upgrades at the courthouse, and a donation agreement for Liberty Benton schools, each passing unanimously. An executive‑session motion on union contract negotiations was entered (3‑0) and later exited (2‑0).

• Approved minutes from the April 28 meeting (3‑0)
• Approved Resolution #273-26 appropriating $18,006.27 to Severance Fund #2136 (3‑0)
• Approved Resolution #274-26 appropriating $48,652.00 to Capital Projects Fund #4150 (3‑0)
• Approved contract with Strand Associates for $88,620.00 SRTS Phase II work (3‑0)
• Approved contract with All-Temp Refrigeration for $43,664.00 courthouse cooling upgrade (3‑0)
• Approved donation agreement with Findlay AAL for Liberty Benton schools (3‑0)
• Denied the Needles driveway variance request (3‑0)
• Entered executive session on union contract negotiations (3‑0) and exited it (2‑0)

Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Hancock County Commissioners will vote on fund transfers and several agreements related to building demolition and site revitalization. The body is also considering contracts for the maintenance and installation of an enhanced 9-1-1 communications system.

• Resolution #264-26: Transfer of $20,000.00 within General Fund #1001 Mapping
• Resolution #265-26: Additional appropriation of $3,500.00 to MV & GT Fund #2002
• Contract with Big Iron Construction LLC for demolition of structures in multiple municipalities
• Agreement with H & H Environmental LLC for asbestos inspections and testing
• Agreements with Intrado Life & Safety, Inc. for 9-1-1 communications system maintenance and installation

The commissioners approved ten resolutions covering payments, fund transfers, appropriations, grant authorizations, demolition contracts, and 9‑1‑1 system services, each passing unanimously (3‑0). They also entered and exited an executive session on a potential real‑estate lease, with both motions approved 3‑0. No motions were denied or tabled.

• Approved Resolution #263-26 authorizing payment of listed purchase orders (3‑0)
• Approved Resolution #264-26 transferring $20,000 within the General Fund (3‑0)
• Approved Resolution #265-26 additional appropriation for the Auditor's certification (3‑0)
• Approved Resolution #266-26 authorizing submission of demolition grant forms (3‑0)
• Approved Resolution #270-26 demolition contract for nine properties ($59,665.00) (3‑0)
• Approved Resolution #271-26 9‑1‑1 maintenance services contract ($48,055.16) (3‑0)
• Approved Resolution #272-26 9‑1‑1 system upgrade contract ($558,031.44) (3‑0)
• Approved motion to enter executive session on potential real‑estate lease (3‑0)

Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Hancock County Commissioners will consider three resolutions: a $9,300 fund transfer within the Dog & Kennel Fund, an $85,539.07 additional appropriation for Ditch Maintenance, and a $388,500 additional appropriation for the HUD Fund. The agenda also includes discussion of flood mitigation topics from the Prosecutor's office, as well as public comments and reports.

• Resolution 260-26: Transfer $9,300 within Dog & Kennel Fund #2009
• Resolution 261-26: Additional appropriation of $85,539.07 for Ditch Maintenance Fund #2004
• Resolution 262-26: Additional appropriation of $388,500 for HUD Fund #2062
• Discussion of flood mitigation topics from the Prosecutor's office

The board approved the April 21 minutes, the warrant journal, and the Landfill Quarterly Deviation report, each by a 3‑0 vote. They also approved a temporary wage increase for on‑call employees. Three resolutions were adopted to transfer or appropriate funds (Dog & Kennel Fund, Ditch Maintenance Fund, and Hud Fund) with unanimous votes. The commissioners entered an executive session to discuss real‑estate acquisition, also by a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved April 21 minutes (3-0)
• Approved warrant journal (3-0)
• Approved Landfill Quarterly Deviation report (3-0)
• Approved temporary wage increase for on‑call employees
• Approved Resolution #260-26 transferring Dog & Kennel Fund (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #261-26 appropriating to Ditch Maintenance Fund (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #262-26 appropriating to Hud Fund (3-0)
• Entered executive session on real‑estate matters (3-0)

Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Hancock County Commissioners are meeting to consider several resolutions, including a $388,500 advance from the General Fund to the Community Development Block Grant Fund, appropriations to the Veterans Service Trust Fund and Special Improvement Fund, and a fund transfer for bond retirement. They will also discuss authorizing contracts for home study services with Adopt America Network, purchasing a Caterpillar excavator for the landfill, disposing of a 2010 Dodge Dakota, and a CHIP partnership agreement with the City of Findlay. Flood mitigation topics and public comments are also on the agenda.

• Resolution #253-26: Advance $388,500 from General Fund #1001 to Community Development Block Grant Fund #2062
• Resolution #252-26: Additional appropriation of $24,537.88 to Veterans Service Trust Fund #2152
• Resolution #254-26: Additional appropriation of $27,837.81 to Special Improvement Fund #4005
• Authorizing purchase of a 2026 Caterpillar 325 TCS Excavator for the Hancock County Landfill
• Authorizing a CHIP partnership agreement between Hancock County and the City of Findlay for PY 2026

The commissioners unanimously approved a series of resolutions authorizing various appropriations, fund transfers, and purchases, including a $25,000 agreement for home study services and a $239,5899.00 excavator. They also approved a $558,8,031.44 quote for a next‑generation 911 system upgrade and a $48,577.78 service cost, directing Phil Johnson to draft resolutions. An executive session was entered and later exited with a 2‑0 vote and no further action.

• Approved Resolution #251-26 authorizing payment of listed purchase orders (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #252-26 additional appropriation to Veterans Service Trust Fund $24,537.88 (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #253-26 advance $388,500.00 from General Fund to Community Development Block Grant Fund (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #254-26 additional appropriation to Special Improvement Fund $27,837.81 (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #255-26 transfer $44,800.00 within MV & GT Bond Retirement Fund (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #256-26 $25,000.00 agreement with Adopt America Network for home study services (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #257-26 purchase of Caterpillar 325 TCS excavator for $239,5899.00 (3-0)
• Approved 911 system upgrade quote $558,8,031.44 and service cost $48,577.78; Commissioners directed Phil Johnson to prepare resolutions