Knox County public meetings in 2024
100 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Commissioners
This is a bills-only session with no regular session scheduled. The Board will focus on the approval and signing of bill lists, financials, and fund transfers.
- Approval of Bill List
- Approval of Bill List - Then and Now
- Approval of Transfer of Funds and Supplemental Appropriations
The Knox County Board of Commissioners held a bills-only session, approving all resolutions unanimously. They approved a 2025 farm land lease with Three Springs Family Farms, LLC, a utility permit for Licking Rural Electrification on Howard Danville Road, four appropriation adjustments, and two bill lists. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved 2025 farm land lease with Three Springs Family Farms, LLC (unanimous)
- Approved utility permit for Licking Rural Electrification on Howard Danville Road (unanimous)
- Approved $26,626.93 transfer from Critical Bridge Replacement to State Critical Road (unanimous)
- Approved $49,808.00 transfer from Contingencies to Contract Services (unanimous)
- Approved $136,434.24 transfer from Critical Bridge Replacement to Federal Safety Grant (unanimous)
- Approved $673,373.07 transfer from Federal Safety Grant to State Critical Road (unanimous)
- Approved bill list dated December 30, 2024 (unanimous)
- Approved Then and Now bill list dated December 30, 2024 (unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Knox County Board of Commissioners will meet on December 26, 2024, to approve adjustments to appropriations, bill lists, and supplemental financials. This is a procedural session with no substantive decisions or discussions.
The Knox County Board of Commissioners held a bills-only session on December 26, 2024, approving all nine resolutions presented. These included rescinding and replacing software agreements with Equivant Courtview Justice Solutions, approving a Verizon addendum, a sign company agreement, a road use agreement with Ohio Power, an engineer's title sheet, an appropriation adjustment, and two bill lists. All votes were unanimous (3-0).
- Approved Resolution 2024-895 rescinding/replacing Equivant software license agreement (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 2024-896 rescinding/replacing Equivant software maintenance agreement (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 2024-897 Verizon NASPO ValuePoint addendum for wireless/data/voice (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 2024-898 DaNite Sign Company services agreement for $11,475 (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 2024-899 road use/maintenance agreement with Clinton/Liberty Townships and Ohio Power (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 2024-900 engineer's title sheet for Danville Amity Road safety project (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 2024-901 appropriation adjustment of $56,300 from Sheriff detective salaries to employee salaries (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 2024-902 and 2024-903 bill lists (3-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Knox County Board of Commissioners will consider several approvals, including a $158,000 Community Development Block Grant for the Danville Park Improvement Project. Other items include a jail food cost report, a newspaper advertisement for a public notice, a utility permit for 17069 Vance Road, and an ODOT highway mileage certification. The meeting also covers routine appropriations, fund transfers, and acceptance of prior minutes.
- Approve $158,000 CDBG grant (Grant #B-F-24-1BM-1) for Danville Park Improvement Project
- Approve jail food cost per meal report for November 2024
- Approve newspaper advertisement for public notice of finding no significant impact and intent to request CDBG funds
- Approve utility permit for Knox Energy, Inc. at 17069 Vance Road, Morgan Township
- Approve ODOT 2024 County Highway System mileage certification
The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved a $158,000 Community Development Block Grant agreement for the Danville Park Improvement Project, along with related advertising and utility permits. They also approved several appropriations, fund transfers, and bill lists, and received updates from Knox County Transit, Job and Family Services, and the Dog Shelter.
- Approved $158,000 CDBG grant agreement for Danville Park improvements (unanimous)
- Approved advertisement for CDBG public notice in Mount Vernon News (unanimous)
- Approved utility permit for Knox Energy at 17069 Vance Road (unanimous)
- Approved ODOT 2024 County Highway System Mileage Certification (399.803 miles) (unanimous)
- Approved $200,000 supplemental appropriation and fund transfer (unanimous)
- Approved appropriation adjustments totaling $598,113.87 (unanimous)
- Approved bill list and then-and-now bill list for December 19, 2024 (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from December 5, 10, 12, and 17 meetings (unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will vote on the 2025 General Fund Budget and several infrastructure contracts. The meeting also includes the retirement of Commissioner Teresa Bemiller and Sheriff David Shaffer.
- Approval of the General Fund Budget for 2025
- Payment of $189,546.96 to Rietschlin Construction, Inc. for Beckley Road Bridge Replacement
- Purchase of a 2023 Dodge Ram 3500 Truck for $35,417.00
- Bid award for office supplies and toner to Quill LLC for 2025
- Bid award for pavement markings to Griffin Pavement Striping, LLC
The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved the 2025 General Fund budget of $27,228,771 and several other resolutions, including bid awards for office supplies, pavement markings, and a bridge payment. They also recognized retiring Sheriff David Shaffer and honored outgoing Commissioners Thom Collier and Teresa Bemiller. Departmental updates were heard from Water and Wastewater, Sheriff, and Human Resources.
- Approved $27,228,771 General Fund budget for 2025 (3-0)
- Approved bid award to Quill LLC for JFS office supplies ($15,608.36) and toner/ink ($24,722.59) (3-0)
- Approved bid award to Griffin Pavement Striping LLC for pavement markings ($80,990.40) (3-0)
- Approved final payment of $189,546.96 to Rietschlin Construction for Beckley Road Bridge replacement (3-0)
- Requested speed study for Schenck Creek Road (3-0)
- Authorized purchase of 2023 Dodge Ram 3500 for Water and Wastewater ($35,417.00) (3-0)
- Approved $41,605 appropriation adjustment from Sewer District contract service to equipment (3-0)
- Approved bill lists dated December 17, 2024 (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider several contracts, including labor agreements with the Fraternal Order of Police and a consulting contract for financial reports. The session includes a departmental update from the Emergency Management Agency and a bid opening for 2025 office supplies.
- Final agreements with Fraternal Order of Police for dispatchers, supervisors, deputy sheriffs, sergeants, and lieutenants
- Contract with Donald J. Schonhardt and Associates, Inc. for Auditor's 2024-2026 financial reports
- Appointment of Kelley A. Gorry of Rich & Gillis Law Group as legal counsel for the Auditor in 2025
- LPA Federal Local-Let Project Agreement with ODOT for pavement markings on county roads
- Bid opening for Knox County Department of Job and Family Services 2025 office supplies
The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved all resolutions on the agenda, including new three-year labor agreements with the Fraternal Order of Police for dispatchers and deputy sheriffs, effective 2025-2027. They also approved a $21,500-per-year contract for financial report preparation, a $100,000 pavement marking project, and several other routine items. A bid opening for office supplies was held, with awards to be decided later, and a petition for a speed limit change on Schenck Creek Road was received for further study.
- Approved FOP dispatcher contract (2025-2027)
- Approved FOP deputy sheriff contract (2025-2027)
- Approved $21,500/yr ACFR consulting contract
- Approved $100,000 pavement marking project
- Approved $15,000 Salvation Army after-school transportation agreement
- Approved $41,057 supplemental appropriation
- Approved bill lists
- Received bids for JFS office supplies; award pending
Board of Commissioners
The Board will consider several resolutions, including releasing permissive auto‑tax funds to the Village of Fredericktown and approving a construction contract with Triple D Builders for the Knox County Fairgrounds Swine Barn. It will also vote on renaming Knox Area Transit, authorizing the transit director to file ODOT grant documents, and adopting a support letter for a mobility‑management program. Finally, the commissioners will approve the bill list and related appropriations.
- Authorize release of permissive auto tax funds to the Village of Fredericktown
- Approve Owner‑Contractor Agreement with Triple D Builders for Fairgrounds Swine Barn construction
- Approve name change of Knox Area Transit to Knox County Transit
- Authorize Transit Director Bethany Celmar to execute and file ODOT grant documents
- Approve support letter for the Mobility Management Program
The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved all resolutions presented, including the owner-contractor agreement for the fairgrounds swine barn project with Triple D Builders and the name change of Knox Area Transit to Knox County Transit. They also authorized the release of permissive auto tax funds to Fredericktown, approved ODOT grant documents, and made airport authority board appointments. A bid opening for pavement markings was held, with award deferred.
- Approved $9,141.18 permissive auto tax funds to Village of Fredericktown (3-0)
- Approved owner-contractor agreement with Triple D Builders for fairgrounds swine barn (3-0)
- Approved name change of Knox Area Transit to Knox County Transit (3-0)
- Authorized Transit Director to execute ODOT grant documents (3-0)
- Approved support letter for Mobility Management Program (3-0)
- Reappointed Jarred Murphy to Airport Authority Board (3-0)
- Appointed Christopher Salvucci to Airport Authority Board (3-0)
- Reappointed Don Divelbiss to Airport Authority Board (3-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will meet to review the draft General Fund Budget and Non-General Fund Budget with County Administrator Jason Booth.
- Review of Draft General Fund Budget
- Review of Non-General Fund Budget
The Board of Commissioners met with County Administrator Jason Booth to review the draft 2025 General Fund and Non-General Fund budgets. Minor adjustments will be made, and final budgets will be approved at a later date. No formal decisions were made during this session.
- Reviewed draft 2025 General Fund and Non-General Fund budgets with County Administrator
- Deferred final budget approval to a later date
Board of Commissioners
The Board will vote on several construction change orders, including a $156,823.92 increase for the Beckley Road Bridge Replacement. It will also consider additional change orders and a payment request for the Danville Amity Road Safety Improvement Project, a utility permit for Gilchrist Road, and a grant application for the county sheriff’s office. The meeting includes approval of supplemental appropriations and bill lists.
- Approve Change Order No. 1 – $156,823.92 increase for Beckley Road Bridge Replacement (Rietschlin Construction, Inc.)
- Approve Change Orders No. 5 ($21,942.93) and No. 6 ($42,786.08) for Danville Amity Road Safety Improvement Project (Law General Contracting, Inc.)
- Approve Contractor's Application for Payment No. 5 – $888,025.99 for Danville Amity Road Safety Improvement Project
- Approve Utility Permit for 15660 Gilchrist Road, Monroe Township (Licking Rural Electrification)
- Approve grant application for Knox County Sheriff's Office under the ODNR Marine Patrol Assistance Grant Program
The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved multiple change orders and payments for road and bridge projects, including a $156,823.92 increase for the Beckley Road Bridge Replacement and two change orders for the Danville Amity Road Safety Improvement Project. They also approved a $888,025.99 payment to the contractor for the Danville Amity project, a utility permit, a marine patrol grant application, and several appropriation adjustments and bill lists. All resolutions were approved unanimously by the two commissioners present, with Commissioner Collier absent.
- Approved Change Order No. 1 for Beckley Road Bridge Replacement, increasing contract to $2,273,201.92 (2-0)
- Approved Change Order No. 5 for Danville Amity Road Safety Project, increasing contract to $3,216,101.36 (2-0)
- Approved Change Order No. 6 for Danville Amity Road Safety Project, increasing contract to $3,258,887.44 (2-0)
- Approved Contractor's Payment No. 5 of $888,025.99 for Danville Amity Road Safety Project (2-0)
- Approved utility permit for Licking Rural Electrification at 15660 Gilchrist Road (2-0)
- Approved Marine Patrol Assistance Grant application for $32,766.37 with $8,191.59 county match (2-0)
- Approved $50,000 supplemental appropriation for Community Support - Commissioners (2-0)
- Approved $119,828.92 transfer from Engineer/Roads to Engineer/Bridges (2-0)
🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will meet to approve monthly interest and investment reports and annual tax collection reports. The session includes voting on a juvenile offender bed rental agreement and several utility permits.
- Bed Rental Agreement with Muskingum County for the Detention of Juvenile Offenders
- Utility Permit for 14845 North Liberty Road in Monroe Township
- Utility Permits for 47 and 61 Columbus Road in Clinton Township
- General Fund Interest Earned in November 2024 of $12,648.72
- Treasurer Depository and Investment Income Report for November 2024 of $102,558.40
Board of Commissioners
The Knox County Board of Commissioners will vote on a series of resolutions, including a $631,461 payment for the Beckley Road Bridge Replacement Project and several service agreements. The meeting also includes a bid opening for the Knox Area Transit Bus Wrap Project and departmental updates. Approvals of supplemental appropriations, fund transfers, and other contracts are also on the agenda.
- Approve Contractor's Application for Payment No. 4 – Beckley Road Bridge Replacement Project – $631,461.14
- Approve Amendment to CDBG contract with CDC of Ohio, Inc. – additional administration fees of $783.55
- Approve Change Order No. 2 from Beck Electric Company – decrease of $3,231.84 for unused allowance funds
- Approve Contractor Agreement with Speak Write for transcription services – $15,000.00
- Bid Opening for Knox Area Transit Bus Wrap Project
🗳️ How they voted (16 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Knox County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular session to approve a utility permit for a property in Miller Township and a document management agreement for the county auditor's copier. The meeting will also include acceptance of previous minutes, approval of bills, and departmental updates from Job and Family Services and the Dog Shelter.
- Approve Utility Permit from Licking Rural Electrification for 3001 Weaver Road in Miller Township
- Approve Document Management Agreement with Modern Office Methods for Knox County Auditor Copier
- Approval of Bill List
- Departmental updates from Knox County Department of Job and Family Services and Knox County Dog Shelter
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Knox County Board of Commissioners will consider approving payments for water system improvements, sidewalk projects, and recycling education services. The board will also appoint a member to the Volunteer Senior Levy Advisory Board and approve supplemental appropriations and bills.
- Approve $31,000 CDBG contract with CDC of Ohio
- Approve $9,800 payment for Martinsburg Water System
- Approve $9,800 payment for Brinkhaven Sidewalk Project
- Approve $74,832 recycling education services contract
- Appoint Matthew Schwartz to Volunteer Senior Levy Advisory Board
🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Knox County Board of Commissioners will vote on reappointing two members to the Board of Developmental Disabilities. They will approve the final wage compliance report for the CDBG Buckeye Addition Waterline Construction Project. The agenda includes approval of two contracts for the CDBG Martinsburg Water System Improvements Phase II totaling $422,205.40, and a $66,631.20 software purchase from N‑Able Software Company. They will also approve the listed bills and bill‑list comparisons.
- Reappointment of Meralyse Dessert to the Board of Developmental Disabilities
- Reappointment of Tonya Boucher to the Board of Developmental Disabilities
- Approve contract with KN Excavation, LLC for $351,065.40 (Martinsburg Water System Improvements Phase II, Contract A)
- Approve contract with Jamison Well Drilling, Inc. for $71,140.00 (Martinsburg Water System Improvements Phase II, Contract B)
- Approve sales order with N‑Able Software Company for $66,631.20 (IT licenses, software and support)
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Knox County Board of Commissioners will vote on four resolutions, including a contractor agreement worth $1,139,288 for the Service Center North Addition project. They will also approve a jail food cost report, a utility permit for Dennis Church Road, and an updated transit policy. Additional items include approval of the bill list and related appropriations.
- Approve contractor agreement with Modern Builders, Inc. for the Service Center North Addition ($1,139,288)
- Approve utility permit from Licking Rural Electrification for Dennis Church Road, Jackson Township
- Approve Knox County Sheriff's Office jail food cost per‑meal report for October 2024
- Approve Knox Area Transit updated physical policy
- Approve bill list and supplemental appropriations
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Board will consider three resolutions, including approving a $442,000 contract with Triple D Builders for the Knox County Fairgrounds Swine Barn. It will also approve utility permits for Licking Rural Electrification covering sections of Grove Church Road and Deal Road in Clay Township. The meeting includes acceptance of prior minutes, approval of bill lists, and a departmental update from the sheriff.
- Approve $442,000 bid award to Triple D Builders for the Knox County Fairgrounds Swine Barn project
- Approve utility permit for Licking Rural Electrification for 3923‑4412 Grove Church Road, Clay Township
- Approve utility permit for Licking Rural Electrification for 22002‑22143 Deal Road, Clay Township
- Accept minutes from the October 29 and November 5 regular sessions
- Approve Bill List and supplemental appropriations (Bill List – Then and Now)
Board of Commissioners
The Knox County Board of Commissioners will vote to approve the Treasurer's Depository and Investment Income Report showing $147,241.54 earned in October 2024. They will also approve interest earned on the General Fund ($13,392.15) and the Program Income Fund ($2.35) for the same month. Additional items include an advertisement for bids on pavement markings and several appropriation adjustments and fund transfers.
- Approve Knox County Treasurer Depository and Investment Income Report for October 2024 – $147,241.54
- Approve Star Ohio Bank interest earned for General Fund – $13,392.15
- Approve Star Ohio Bank interest earned for Program Income Fund – $2.35
- Approve advertisement in the Mount Vernon News for bids on various pavement markings (KNO-CR VAR PID 111370)
- Approve appropriation adjustments, fund transfers, and bill lists
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will receive updates on the Ohio Homebuyer Plus Program and the Knox County Park District. The board is also reviewing bill lists and a public notice for 2025 consumable office supplies.
- Invitation to Bid for Knox County Department of Job and Family Services Consumable Office Supplies for 2025
- Update on Ohio Homebuyer Plus Program from State of Ohio Treasurer's Office
- Departmental update from Knox County Park District
- Approval of Bill List and Bill List - Then and Now
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review several service agreements for behavioral health and emergency shelter. The meeting includes updates from Knox Area Transit and the Mount Vernon Farmers Market, as well as approvals for road work payments.
- Payment of $82,980.45 and a $36,195.37 change order to Small's Asphalt Paving, Inc. for Annual Resurfacing 2024
- Agreement between Department of Job and Family Services and Knox Public Health for SUD Case Management Services
- Agreement between Department of Job and Family Services and Mental Health and Recovery for Licking and Knox Counties
- Subrecipient Agreement with The Winter Sanctuary, Inc. for emergency shelter expenses
- Utility Permit Application from Licking Rural Electrification for 7899 Woods Church Road
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider several permits and contracts, including a notice of commencement for the Knox County Service Center North Addition. The meeting includes a bid opening for the Knox County Fairgrounds Swine Barn.
- Notice of Commencement for Knox County Service Center - North Addition Project with Modern Builders, Inc.
- Bid opening for the Knox County Fairgrounds Swine Barn
- Utility Permit for Ohio Cumberland Gas Company at 14317 North Liberty Road
- Equipment Rental Contract with Southeastern Equipment Company for an Asphalt Hauler/Trailer
- Satisfaction of Mortgage from the CHIP Program for M.V. Homes, Ltd. at 13004 New Delaware Road
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will meet for a regular session to approve financial bills and lists. Commissioners will also attend a groundbreaking ceremony for the Knox County Airport.
- Approval of Appropriation Adjustment
- Approval of Bill List
- Approval of Bill List - Then and Now
- Knox County Airport Groundbreaking Ceremony
- Comprehensive Plan Leadership Committee Zoom Meeting
Board of Commissioners
The Knox County Board of Commissioners will consider two approvals: a proposal and quote from TripMaster for transit software and support, and the award and acceptance of VOCA and SVAA grants for the county prosecutor's victim assistance program for 2024‑2025. They will also accept the minutes from the September 26 and October 10 regular sessions and approve listed bills and supplemental appropriations. The agenda includes departmental updates from Job and Family Services and the Dog Shelter before adjourning.
- Approve Proposal/Quote from TripMaster for Knox Area Transit software and support
- Approve Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) and State Victims Assistance Act (SVAA) grant award and acceptance for 2024/2025 for the Knox County Prosecutor's Office Victim Assistance Program
- Accept minutes from the September 26 and October 10 regular sessions
- Approve Bill List and Bill List – Then and Now (transfer of funds, supplemental appropriations)
- Departmental updates: Knox County Department of Job and Family Services and Knox County Dog Shelter
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will vote on several contracts, including water system projects in the Village of Martinsburg and a vehicle purchase for the County Engineer. The meeting also includes a lease agreement for ball fields and an update from the Convention & Visitors Bureau.
- Bid Award to KN Excavation for Village of Martinsburg Water System Improvements Project - Phase II - Contract A: $351,065.40
- Bid Award to Jamison Well Drilling, Inc. for Village of Martinsburg Water System Improvements Project - Phase II - Contract B: $71,140.00
- Purchase of 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 for Knox County Engineer from R. Dublin Chevrolet Acquisition LLC: $67,469.00
- Lease Agreement with Howard Youth League for Howard Memorial Ball Fields on Pipesville Road
- Master Service Agreement with Fahlgren Mortine for Knox Area Transit advertising and marketing
Board of Commissioners
The Knox County Board of Commissioners will consider several approvals during the October 10, 2024 regular session. Items include an employment agreement for the county storm‑water engineer, a payment application from Law General Contracting for Danville‑Amity Road Phase I, a utility permit for Brightspeed on Pleasant Valley Road, a purchase agreement for PC Alert licenses with Response Technologies, and a subrecipient agreement with Hope Now Furniture Bank. The board will also accept minutes from the October 1 and 8 meetings and approve various appropriations and bill lists.
- Approve Storm Water Engineer Employment Agreement between the Board and the Knox County Engineer
- Approve Contractor Application for Payment No. 4 from Law General Contracting, Inc., for Danville‑Amity Road Phase I
- Approve Utility Permit from Brightspeed for Pleasant Valley Road in Clinton Township
- Approve Quote/Purchase Agreement with Response Technologies for PC Alert Licenses
- Approve Subrecipient Agreement between the Department of Job and Family Services and Hope Now Furniture Bank of Knox County
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Knox County Board of Commissioners will vote on resolutions including a roadway easement for the Pleasant Valley Road Bridge Replacement, a change order for the Knox County Engineer Generator, and the September 2024 jail food cost report. The board will also approve financial reports and previous meeting minutes.
- Authorize Knox County Engineer to apply for Ohio Public Works Commission funding
- Approve $2,858.27 change order for Knox County Engineer Generator with Beck Electric Company
- Approve $4,105.80 roadway easement for Pleasant Valley Road Bridge Replacement with Charles M. Mowery
- Approve Knox County Sheriff jail food cost per meal report for September 2024
- Approve Knox County Treasurer depository and investment income report for September 2024 ($171,728.17)
Board of Commissioners
The Knox County Board of Commissioners will meet to vote on several resolutions including emergency management plans and software licenses. The board is also reviewing a contract for inmate housing with Delaware County and road marking upgrades.
- Payment of $566,437.29 to Rietschlin Construction, Inc. for Beckley Road Bridge Replacement
- Contract for inmate housing with the Delaware County Board of Commissioners
- ODOT agreement for pavement markings on various county roads (KNO CR VAR PM FY2025)
- Software license and maintenance agreements with Equivant for Courtview Justice Solutions
- Approval of Knox County Emergency Operations Plan annexes for Public Information and Severe Weather
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review contracts for school security and transit compliance. The meeting includes updates from the Emergency Management Agency and the Knox County Regional Airport.
- School Resource Officer Contract with Centerburg Local School District
- Addendum to Inter-Agency Contractor Agreement between Knox County Department of Job and Family Services and Knox Area Transit
- Appropriation of Funds/Supplemental Appropriation
- Approval of Bill Lists
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review payments for road work and utility permits. The meeting includes departmental updates from Knox Area Transit and Human Resources.
- Payment of $186,869.80 to Small's Asphalt Paving, Inc. for Annual Resurfacing 2024
- Utility Permit from Ohio Cumberland Gas Company for Kokosing Gap Trail and Zion Road
- Contractor Agreement between Department of Job and Family Services and Welch Legal Services, LLC
- MOU between Department of Job and Family Services and I Am Boundless for OhioRise coordination
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review departmental updates and vote on project bids and permits. The session includes decisions on construction awards and legal notices for county facilities.
- Bid award for Knox County Service Center - North Addition Project to Modern Builders, Inc.
- Invitation to bid for the Knox County Fairgrounds Swine Barn Project
- Utility permit from Licking Rural Electrification for 16400 Sycamore Road in Pleasant Township
- Approval of Bill Lists
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will open bids for the Knox County Service Center - North Addition Project. The session includes updates from the Howard Youth League and the Knox County Water and Wastewater department. Commissioners will also visit county property at 101 Crystal Avenue in Clinton Township.
- Bid opening for Knox County Service Center - North Addition Project
- Approval of Bill List and Bill List - Then and Now
- Property visit at 101 Crystal Avenue - Clinton Township
The Board of Commissioners approved a resolution establishing a Budget Stabilization Fund, transferring 5% of 2023 fiscal year revenue from the County General Fund as the initial amount. The board also approved a $5,000 contribution for 2024 and $10,000 for 2025 to the Knox County Agricultural Museum for log house repairs. A re-bid for the Service Center North Addition was opened with one bid of $1,139,288, with a decision deferred. The board met with the Howard Youth League about a lease renewal but took no formal action on the lease.
- Approved Budget Stabilization Fund establishment with 5% of 2023 revenue transfer (3-0)
- Approved $5,000 (2024) and $10,000 (2025) contribution to Knox County Agricultural Museum (3-0)
- Approved $1,286,321 supplemental appropriation (3-0)
- Approved $1,286,321 fund transfer (3-0)
- Approved appropriation adjustments totaling $155,000 for KAT operations (3-0)
- Approved Bill List dated September 17, 2024 (3-0)
- Approved Then and Now Bill List dated September 17, 2024 (3-0)
- Approved minutes from September 12, 2024 meeting
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review resolutions regarding community development grants and the county's mass notification system. The meeting includes departmental updates from the Knox County 911 and the Agricultural Museum.
- Payment of $3,096.00 for CDBG Buckeye Addition Waterline Improvement Project
- Amended scope of work and budget for CDBG Brinkhaven Sidewalk Improvement Project
- Establishment of charge back amounts for the County Wide Mass Notification System (WENS)
- Departmental update from Knox County 911
- Update from Knox County Agricultural Museum
The Board approved the establishment of charge-back amounts to defray the annual $15,080 cost of the countywide mass notification system (Knox Alerts), along with several other routine resolutions. They also received updates from the Knox County Agricultural Museum and Knox County 911, but no other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved charge-back amounts for Knox Alerts mass notification system (3-0)
- Approved $3,096 payment request for CDBG Buckeye Addition Waterline Project (3-0)
- Approved amended scope and budget for CDBG Brinkhaven Sidewalk Project (3-0)
- Approved bill list dated September 12, 2024 (3-0)
- Approved then-and-now bill list dated September 12, 2024 (3-0)
- Approved minutes from August 22 and September 10, 2024
Board of Commissioners
The Knox County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular session to vote on five resolutions, including eliminating a reserve fund, replacing a stabilization fund with a payroll reserve, and approving a Motorola Solutions equipment lease for the sheriff's radio system. The board will also hear a departmental update from the I.T. Department and accept previous meeting minutes.
- Eliminate General Fund Reserve Balance Account effective December 31, 2024
- Replace Budget Stabilization Fund with Accumulated Payroll Reserve Fund
- Approve $X Motorola Solutions equipment lease for Knox County Sheriff's Office radio system
- Approve utility permit for Spectrum on Flat Run Road and Tiger Valley Road in Union Township
- Approve unaudited annual financial report notice in Mount Vernon News for Job and Family Services
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review financial reports and utility permits. The meeting includes a quarterly update from Knox Public Health and a vote on bidding for a water system project.
- Bids for Martinsburg Water System Improvements Project - Phase II
- Utility Permit from Columbia Gas - NiSource for 422 Columbus Road
- General Fund Interest Earned in August 2024: $15,057.35
- Treasurer Depository and Investment Income Report for August 2024: $153,885.85
- Quarterly Update from Knox Public Health
The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved all resolutions presented, including advertising for bids for the Martinsburg Water System Improvements Project Phase II, a utility permit for Columbia Gas, and several financial reports. They also approved a $66,605 purchase of a 2024 Ford F550 truck chassis for the Engineer's Office and a memorandum of understanding for the Ohio START program. Commissioner Bill Pursel was absent; all votes were 2-0.
- Approved advertisement for bids for Martinsburg Water System Improvements Phase II (2-0)
- Approved utility permit for Columbia Gas at 422 Columbus Road, Clinton Township (2-0)
- Approved Star Ohio Bank statement for General Fund interest, $15,057.35 (2-0)
- Approved Star Ohio Bank statement for Program Income Fund interest, $2.51 (2-0)
- Approved Treasurer's Depository and Investment Income Report, $153,885.85 (2-0)
- Approved Sheriff's Office Jail Food Cost Per Meal Report, $2.07/meal (2-0)
- Approved purchase of 2024 Ford F550 mechanic truck chassis for $66,605.00 (2-0)
- Approved MOU with Family Life Counseling for Ohio START program (2-0)
🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions, including the approval of mortgage satisfactions for six properties under the CHIP program. The board will also review utility permits for infrastructure work in Howard and Clay Townships.
- Satisfaction of CHIP Program mortgages for properties on Apple Valley Drive, Cullison Road, Crabapple Drive, Crestview Drive, and South Norton Street
- Utility Permit from Brightspeed of Ohio for Howard Danville Road and Magers Road
- Utility Permit from Licking Rural Electrification for 4400 Grove Church Road
- Correction of fund name from Transit Revenue Fund to Transit Reserve Fund (Resolution 2024-406)
- Approval of Scrap Tire Certifications and Consent Form from the Ohio EPA
The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved all 10 resolutions on the agenda, including a correction to a transit fund name, scrap tire certifications, and eight mortgage satisfactions from the CHIP program. Commissioner Bill Pursel was absent, and all votes were unanimous among the two present commissioners. The board also accepted minutes from four prior meetings and received notice that The Sew Special Network, Inc. will cease operations on October 31, 2024.
- Approved Resolution 2024-616 to rescind and replace Resolution 2024-406, correcting fund name from Transit Revenue Fund to Transit Reserve Fund (2-0)
- Approved Resolution 2024-617, scrap tire certifications and consent form from Ohio EPA (2-0)
- Approved Resolution 2024-618, satisfaction of mortgage for David and Linda Gill, 1693 Apple Valley Drive, Howard (2-0)
- Approved Resolution 2024-619, satisfaction of mortgage for Dorothy Riggs, 2768 Apple Valley Drive, Howard (2-0)
- Approved Resolution 2024-620, satisfaction of mortgage for Vanessa Frazee, 1710 Cullison Road, Utica (2-0)
- Approved Resolution 2024-621, satisfaction of mortgage for Laurie Monroe, 131 Crabapple Drive, Howard (2-0)
- Approved Resolution 2024-622, satisfaction of mortgage for Carrie Buck, 31 Crestview Drive, Fredericktown (2-0)
- Approved Resolution 2024-623, satisfaction of mortgage for Lisa Myers, 209 South Norton Street, Mount Vernon (2-0)
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is holding a session dedicated solely to the approval of bills, financial lists, and fund transfers. No regular session items are scheduled for discussion.
- Payment of $649,930.33 to Small's Asphalt Paving, Inc. for Annual Resurfacing 2024
- Payment of $390,919.10 to Law General Contracting, Inc. for Danville Amity Road Safety Improvements
- Satisfaction of Mortgage from the CHIP Program for Elizabeth Diamond at 401 West Rambo Street, Danville
- Approval of Appropriation Adjustment
- Approval of Bill Lists
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is holding a session limited to the approval and signing of bills and financials. No regular session is scheduled.
- Payment of $246,801.00 for CDBG Buckeye Addition Waterline Improvement Project
- Approval of two Appropriation Adjustments
- Approval of Bill List
- Approval of Bill List - Then and Now
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Knox County Board of Commissioners will meet to approve resolutions for a watershed management grant, a law enforcement services agreement with the Village of Gambier, and a data sharing agreement with Local Workforce Area 7. The session also includes departmental updates and the approval of bills.
- Approve Support Letter for Knox Soil and Water Conservation District
- Approve Law Enforcement Services Agreement with Village of Gambier
- Approve Data Sharing Agreement with Local Workforce Area 7
- Departmental updates from Sheriff, Human Resources, and Knox Area Transit
- Approval of bill lists and transfer of funds
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is holding a session focused exclusively on financial approvals. There is no regular session for other business.
- Approval of Appropriation Adjustment
- Approval of Bill List
- Approval of Bill List - Then and Now
- Approval of Transfer of Funds and Supplemental Appropriations
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider authorizing tax levies and rates for the 2025 fiscal year. The meeting includes departmental updates and several agreements regarding social services and county property.
- Authorization of tax levies and rates for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2025
- Lease with the Knox County Agricultural Society for the Knox County Fairgrounds
- Service request with Law Enforcement Automated Data Systems (LEADS) for a router upgrade
- MOU with Riverside Recovery Services and The Freedom Center for the Ohio START Program
- Amendment to MOU between Knox County Family and Children First Council and Knox Public Health
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Knox County Board of Commissioners will meet to vote on several contracts and permits. The session includes approvals for infrastructure security and a temporary generator for the Board of Elections.
- Contract and Notice to Proceed for Burcor Fencing LLC regarding Water and Wastewater Wellfield Security Fencing
- Legal Notice for bids for the Knox County Service Center - North Addition Project
- Quote from Mobile Air and Power Rentals for a Board of Elections Temporary Generator
- Utility Permit from Licking Rural Electrification for 4843 Wall Street in Millford Township
- Retirement honors for Mary Ellen Hazen (Deputy Auditor) and Donna Durbin (911 Dispatcher)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Knox County Board of Commissioners will vote on several contracts and fee changes, including a $249,424 engineering contract for the Cooke Road Bridge Replacement and a $65,521 truck purchase. They will also consider a dog license fee increase effective December 1, 2024, and approve a water improvement project grant for the Buckeye Addition.
- Approve $249,424 engineering contract for Cooke Road Bridge Replacement
- Approve $65,521 purchase of Knox County Engineer's 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 from R. Dublin Chevrolet
- Approve $2.1M water improvement project grant for Buckeye Addition
- Approve Knox County Dog Shelter 2025 dog license fee increase
- Award Knox County Water and Wastewater Wellfield Security Fencing contract to Burcor Fencing LLC
🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Knox County Board of Commissioners will review several financial approvals and departmental updates. The session includes authorizing tax fund releases and approving contractor payments for infrastructure work.
- Payment of $446,191.93 to Rietschlin Construction, Inc. for Beckley Road Bridge Replacement
- Release of $13,437.46 in Permissive Auto Tax Funds to the Village of Danville
- Acknowledgement of Joseph and Donna Gutridge as 2024 Outstanding Senior Citizens
- Approval of July 2024 Jail Food Cost Per Meal Report
- Approval of Treasurer Depository and Investment Income Report for July 2024 totaling $177,905.43
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review updates from Pathways of Central Ohio and the Water and Wastewater department. The body is deciding on a contractor agreement amendment for transit services and approving bill lists.
- Bid opening for Knox County Water and Wastewater Wellfield Security Fencing
- Amendment to Contractor Agreements between Department of Job and Family Services and Knox Area Transit
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Commissioners
The Knox County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss personnel policy updates and utility permits. The session includes a departmental update from Knox Area Transit and the approval of bill lists.
- Personnel policy updates for expense reimbursements, travel and meal, and vacation
- Utility permit for Ohio Cumberland Gas Company at 12918 Old Mansfield Road
- Utility permit for Licking Rural Electrification for Jug Run Road from Mill Road to McCament Road
Board of Commissioners
The Knox County Board of Commissioners will review resolutions regarding infrastructure and equipment. The session includes a departmental update from the Sheriff and a bid opening for the County Service Center North Addition.
- Change Order No. 3 for Danville Amity Road Safety Improvements increasing contract by $12,126.50 to $3,164,158.43
- Support agreement with Justice AV Solutions (JAVS) for courtroom video conferencing
- Purchase of a 2024 Chevrolet Equinox SUV for the Knox County Engineer's Office
- Bid opening for Knox County Service Center - North Addition
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Knox County Board of Commissioners will consider approving agreements for landfill post-closure care, Kokosing Gap Trail resurfacing, and a document management system for Knox Area Transit. The board will also review bills and supplemental appropriations.
- Approve Proposal from Bennett & Williams Environmental Consultants for Knox County Landfill post-closure care
- Approve LPA Federal Local-Let Project Agreement with ODOT for Kokosing Gap Trail Resurfacing
- Approve Document Management Agreement with Modern Office Methods for Knox Area Transit
- Review Appropriation of Funds and Supplemental Appropriation
- Review Bill List
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Knox County Board of Commissioners will meet to review contractor payments and utility permits. The board is also scheduled to approve fund transfers, supplemental appropriations, and bill lists.
- Payment of $673,373.07 to Law General Contracting, Inc. for Danville Amity Road Safety Improvements
- Utility Permit for Spectrum/Charter Communications at 2580 Croton Road, Hilliar Township
- Utility Permit for Spectrum/Charter Communications at 2818 Croton Road, Hilliar Township
- Approval of Appropriation of Funds/Supplemental Appropriation
- Approval of Bill List and Bill List - Then and Now
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will meet to approve bill lists and a transfer of funds. The session includes an executive session regarding personnel.
- Executive session regarding personnel
- Approval of Bill List
- Approval of Bill List - Then and Now
- Approval of Transfer of Funds and Supplemental Appropriations
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will receive updates from Knox County 911 and the Knox County Dog Shelter. The session includes a review of previous meeting minutes and the approval of bill lists.
- Utility Permit from Licking Rural Electrification for 22686 Deal Road in Clay Township
- Knox County 911 departmental update
- Knox County Dog Shelter departmental update
- Approval of Bill List and Then and Now bill list
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review resolutions regarding the Brinkhaven Sidewalk Project and collaboration on opioid crisis funding. The meeting also includes reviews of June 2024 financial reports and an update from the I.T. Department.
- $8,000 payment draw for Brinkhaven Sidewalk Project Planning
- Collaboration with OneOhio Knox County Committee on opioid crisis funding
- June 2024 Treasurer Depository and Investment Income Report
- June 2024 Sheriff Jail Food Cost Per Meal Report
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions including a bid for water district security fencing. They will also address an inter-agency agreement regarding guardianship services and authorize a signing agent for the Kroger National Opioid Settlement.
- Invitation to Bid for Knox County Water District No. 1 Wellfield Security Fencing
- Authorization of Jason Booth as signing agent for Kroger National Opioid Settlement documents
- Inter-Agency Agreement for Guardianship Services between Knox and Licking County Job and Family Services
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will receive updates from the Knox County Sheriff and United Way of Knox County. The agenda includes a resolution to approve a Spectrum utility permit for Chapel and Jelloway Roads in Jefferson Township. The board will also review appropriation adjustments, fund transfers, and bill lists.
- Spectrum utility permit for Chapel and Jelloway Roads in Jefferson Township
- Knox County Sheriff departmental update
- United Way of Knox County update
- Approval of appropriation adjustments and fund transfers
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider the fiscal mid-year budget beginning January 1, 2024. The agenda includes several contract approvals for county departments and a fund release for street improvements.
- Approve Knox County Fiscal Mid-Year Budget
- $92,564.39 release to City of Mount Vernon for Center Street Stormwater Improvements
- Inter-Agency Contractor Agreement between Job and Family Services and Knox Area Transit
- Document Management Agreement with Modern Office Methods for 911 Dispatch Center copiers
- Document Management Agreement with Modern Office Methods for Adult Probation copier
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider resolutions regarding a state economic development grant and several service contracts. The meeting also includes a departmental update from the Knox County Dog Shelter.
- State of Ohio Community Development Block Grant Program agreement
- Agreement with Dalene M. Pride for BMV Taxing District Audits
- Document Management Agreement with Modern Office Methods for 911 Dispatch Center
- Knox County Dog Shelter departmental update
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will meet to review a change order for the Danville Amity Road Safety Improvement Project. The session also includes the approval of various fund transfers and bill lists.
- Change Order No. 2 from Law General Contracting, Inc. for $20,142.70 (Danville Amity Road Safety Improvement Project)
- Approval of Fund Transfer
- Approval of Bill List
- Approval of Bill List - Then and Now
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss departmental updates from Water, Wastewater, and 911. The session includes several resolutions regarding infrastructure agreements, IT services, and workforce development subscriptions.
- Rescind and replace solar project roadway use agreement with Frasier Solar I, LLC
- Approve IT services contractor agreement with The Village of Gambier
- Approve behavioral health service coordinator agreement with Knox County Sheriff's Office
- Approve SkillPath eLearning subscription for Ohio Means Jobs via Graceland College
- Approve workforce development sub-grant agreement with Greater Ohio Workforce Board
Board of Commissioners
The Knox County Board of Commissioners will meet to review several resolutions. These include a utility permit for Hilliar Township and a health insurance agreement with the DKMM Joint Solid Waste District. The board will also review jail food cost reports from May 2024.
- Utility permit for Croton Road and Lock Road in Hilliar Township
- Health insurance participation agreement with DKMM Joint Solid Waste District
- Knox County Sheriff Jail Food Cost Per Meal Report for May 2024
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions including a notice to proceed for an engineer generator project. The session also includes a departmental update from Knox Public Health.
- Notice to Proceed from Beck Electric Company, LLC, for the Knox County Engineer Generator Project
- VOCA and SVAA Grant Renewal Proposal for the Knox County Prosecutor's Office - Victim Assistance Program
- Contractor Agreement between Knox County Department of Job and Family Services and Jessica Spraker for Ohio Means Jobs Summer Youth Job Coach Position
Board of Commissioners
The Board will consider resolutions regarding bridge repairs, vehicle purchases, and school security contracts. A public hearing is also scheduled to discuss Community Development Block Grant allocations for village improvements.
- $133,813.88 payment for Krause Road Bridge Replacement
- $281,644.00 purchase of two 2025 Western Star trucks
- School Resource Officer contract for East Knox Local School District
- CDBG public hearing for Martinsburg, Brinkhaven, and Danville projects
- $110,498.31 Treasurer Depository and Investment Income Report
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss departmental updates from the Sheriff, Knox Area Transit, Human Resources, and Litter and Recycling. The session includes resolutions regarding the County Engineer's 2023 annual report and staffing or service coordination agreements for Job and Family Services.
- Approval of Knox County Engineer Annual Report for 2023
- Contractor Agreement for Ohio Means Jobs Summer Youth Job Coach position
- Inter-Agency Agreement for Early Intervention Service Coordination
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
There is no regular session scheduled for this meeting. The Board of Commissioners will focus on the approval and signing of bill lists, supplemental appropriations, and fund transfers.
- Approval of Bill List
- Approval of Bill List - Then and Now
- Transfer of Funds and Supplemental Appropriations
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review several resolutions including contractor payments for bridge replacements. The session also includes a departmental update from the Knox County Emergency Management Agency.
- Advertisement for bids for the Knox County Service Center - North Addition Project
- $439,564.60 payment to Rietschlin Construction, Inc. for Beckley Road Bridge Replacement
- $130,246.75 payment to V.O. Menuez & Son, Inc. for Krause Road Bridge Replacement
- Vendor contract between Knox Area Transit and Knox County Department of Job and Family Services
- Contractor agreement with Elite Transport Group for Children Services transportation
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will meet to consider several resolutions including transit policy updates and a roadway easement for the Pleasant Valley Road Bridge replacement. The session also includes reviewing contractor agreements for summer youth job coaches.
- Knox Area Transit Reserve Policy and Transit Revenue Fund
- $2,639.80 roadway easement for Pleasant Valley Road Bridge Replacement with Paul and Constance Plants
- Spectrum/Charter Communications utility permit for Magers Road in Howard Township
- Ohio Means Jobs Summer Youth Job Coach contractor agreements for Madison Craigo and Laddy Davis
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold hearings on salt brine applications from two companies. The agenda also includes resolutions for elevator service at several county buildings and a contract for asphalt patching material.
- Salt Brine applications from Mid-Ohio Paving, Inc. and B & J Drilling Company, Inc.
- Blended Coverage Agreement with TK Elevator Corporation for multiple county buildings
- Contract with Small's Asphalt Paving, Inc. for 2024 asphalt patching material
- Amendment to the IT Services agreement with the City of Mount Vernon
- Public notice for CDBG and Critical Infrastructure grant applications
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review departmental updates from I.T. and 911. Resolutions presented include road maintenance bids, service agreements, and 2025 ditch assessment fees.
- Bid award for annual resurfacing to Small's Asphalt Paving, Inc. ($883,585.21)
- Bid award for asphalt patching material to Small's Asphalt Paving, Inc. ($269,945.00)
- Consulting agreement with Arcadis for wellfield security fencing
- Special service agreement with Orkin for Sheriff's Office roof vent treatment
- 2025 assessment fees for Ford Creek Ditch and Ralphie's Ditch
Board of Commissioners
This session is limited to the approval and signing of bill lists and financial documents. There is no regular session scheduled for this meeting.
- Approval of Appropriation Adjustment
- Approval of Bill List
- Approval of Bill List - Then and Now
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will meet to consider several resolutions including utility permits, personnel policy updates, and infrastructure assessments. The session includes an executive session regarding a pre-audit conference.
- Cooperative Agreement with Morrow County Development Authority for capital lease development revenue bonds
- Awarding of bids and disposal of Knox County unneeded personal property
- $10.00 sewer facility assessment for Little Jelloway Area for 2025
- $9.00 water facility assessment for Little Jelloway Area for 2025
- Utility Permit for Licking Rural Electrification on Danville Amity Road
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review resolutions regarding law enforcement services and crane service proposals. The meeting also includes a contractor agreement for an Ohio Means Jobs position and professional services for the County Auditor's database.
- Law enforcement service agreement between Knox County Sheriff's Office and Village of Centerburg
- Crane service proposals from Capital City Crane Company and Nicolozakes Trucking & Construction Company
- Contractor agreement for Ohio Means Jobs Summer Job Coach Lead position
- Professional services authorization for the Knox County Auditor MVP Database
- Bid opening for unneeded personal property
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will conduct a morning session including bid openings for road maintenance and a departmental update from Human Resources. Proposed resolutions include property disposal for the Sheriff's office and utility permits for Jefferson Township.
- Bid opening: Annual Resurfacing 2024 (Knox County Engineer)
- Bid opening: Asphalt Patching Material 2024 (Knox County Engineer)
- Resolution to authorize Knox County Sheriff to dispose of obsolete and surplus property (Detection K9)
- Utility permit for Sigma Technologies on behalf of AEP for Wally Road in Jefferson Township
- Contractor agreement with Buckeye Auto Care, LLC for Job and Family Services vehicle repair services
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider resolutions regarding the Buckeye Addition Waterline Improvement Project and amended leases for the Kokosing Gap Trail parking lot. The agenda also includes a utility permit for Milford Township and a shared funding agreement for residential placement services.
- $51,425.00 CDBG grant payment update for Buckeye Addition Waterline Improvement Project
- Amended lease agreements for Kokosing Gap Trail Parking Lot
- Agreement with Election Systems and Software, LLC for Ballot on Demand System
- Brightspeed utility permit for 5637 Johnstown Road in Milford Township
- Shared funding agreement for In Home Services and Residential Placement Services
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider public hearing notices for salt brine applications from Mid-Ohio Paving, Inc. and B&J Drilling Company, Inc. The session also includes a site visit to Pleasant View Acres and an insurance renewal discussion.
- Public notice for Mid-Ohio Paving, Inc. salt brine application
- Public notice for B&J Drilling Company, Inc. salt brine application
- Personnel policy update regarding Workers' Compensation
- Appointment of OPWC District 17 Integrating Committee representatives
- Site visit to Pleasant View Acres
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will meet to consider several resolutions including a payment for Danville Amity Road and participation in ODOT salt contracts. The morning session also includes a departmental update from the Knox County Dog Shelter.
- Payment of $71,699.51 to Law General Contracting, Inc. for Danville Amity Road
- Participation in 2024 ODOT Road Salt Contracts
- Utility permit for Spectrum /Charter Communications on Parrott Street
- Amendment #1 to the 2023 Prevailing Wage Coordinator Contract with CDC of Ohio, Inc.
- Subaward Grant Agreement from ODOT for SFY2024 Elderly and Disabled Program
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will meet to approve several contracts and financial payments. Items include infrastructure work on the Krause Road Bridge and a generator bid for the County Engineer.
- $174,413.97 payment to V.O. Menuez & Son, Inc. for the Krause Road Bridge
- $49,880.00 agreement with Wallace Pancher Group for 2024 load ratings
- $113,000.00 bid award to Beck Electric for a County Engineer generator
- Spectrum utility permit for Earlywine and Jug Run Roads in Jackson Township
- Recognition of Mark Haver as the 2023 Knox County 911 Dispatcher of the Year
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider a grant payment for the Buckeye Addition Waterline Improvement Project and a contract for caring for seized horses. The meeting also includes a bid opening for a generator and an update from Knox County 911.
- $51,425.00 CDBG grant payment for Buckeye Addition Waterline Improvement Project
- Contract for food and care of horses seized under Ohio Revised Code
- Bid opening for the Knox County Engineer Generator
- Proclamation of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week
Board of Commissioners
The Knox County Board of Commissioners will review a construction contract with Modern Builders, Inc. for the Knox County Service Center Window Replacement Project. The board is also scheduled to approve March 2024 financial reports regarding investment income and jail food costs.
- $542,697.00 contract with Modern Builders, Inc. for window replacement
- March 2024 Treasurer Depository and Investment Income Report of $149,282.55
- March 2024 Sheriff Jail Food Cost Per Meal Report
- Knox County I.T. Department update
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will meet to consider several resolutions including utility permits for Spectrum in Clinton Township. The session also includes reviewing bank statements regarding interest earned in March 2024.
- Spectrum utility permit for 7549 and 7521 Kinney Road
- Spectrum utility permit for Kinney Road
- Invitation to Bid for Knox County Engineer Annual Resurfacing 2024
- Invitation to Bid for Knox County Engineer Patching Material 2024
- General Fund interest earned in March 2024 of $15,231.63
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will meet to consider several resolutions, including the Knox County 911 Program Review Final Plan. They will also review a financial memorandum regarding call center operations for regional Job and Family Services.
- Approve Financial Memorandum of Understanding Amendment for Collabor 8 Call Center Operations Coordinator
- Approve the Knox County 911 Program Review Final Plan
- Proclaim April 2024 as Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Month
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Knox County Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions regarding community development and infrastructure. This includes a payment request for Martinsburg water system improvements and a utility permit for Danville Amity Road.
- $5,400.00 payment request for Martinsburg Water System Improvements
- Brightspeed utility permit for Danville Amity Road in Brown, Howard and Union Townships
- Amendment to the CDBG contract with CDC of Ohio, Inc.
- Contract amendment for ARPA Adult Protective Services
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will meet to consider several resolutions, including a public hearing notice for the Department of Job and Family Services. The agenda also includes reviewing utility permits for work in College and Hilliar Townships.
- Notice of Public Hearing for Knox County Department of Job and Family Services Title XX Comprehensive Social Services Plan
- Utility Permit from Chillicothe Telephone Company for 20422 Zion Road in College Township
- Utility Permit from Brightspeed for Krause Road (North Fork Licking River Crossing) in Hilliar Township
Board of Commissioners
The Board will review updates from the Water and Wastewater and Dog Shelter departments. They will consider resolutions regarding agricultural easements, landfill contract amendments, and utility permits. The meeting also includes the sale of unneeded county property.
- Agricultural easement for 43.49 acres in Pike Township
- Contract amendment with Bennett & Williams regarding landfill groundwater wells
- Sale of unneeded Knox County personal property via sealed bids
- Support letter for Kokosing Gap Trail repaving grant application
- Utility permit for 15585 King Road in Howard Township
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions including the distribution of 2024 Senior Levy funds and various service agreements. The session also includes a public hearing for Community Development Block Grant programs and reviews of utility permits and bridge inspection services.
- Distribution of 2024 Senior Levy Funds
- 12 Senior Service Levy Agreements with local organizations
- Roadway Use and Maintenance Agreement for Frasier Solar I, LLC solar projects
- Bridge Inspection Services agreement with John Wackerly Inspection, LLC for 210 bridges and 11 steel trusses
- Public Hearing #1 for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Programs for PY2024
🗳️ How they voted (26 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Knox County Board of Commissioners will vote on administrative resolutions that include a Columbia Gas Transmission utility permit for Danville Amity Road and final engineering plans for the Krause Road Bridge Replacement Project. The board is also set to approve multiple funding transfers totaling $63,054 from the Department of Job and Family Services to support local family programs through the Family and Children First Council, plus a new service agreement with Skill Path. Additional items cover accepting previous meeting minutes, reviewing updates on 911 dispatch and park trail funding, and opening standard public comment periods.
- Approve Columbia Gas Transmission utility permit for Danville Amity Road in Brown Township
- Approve plan set for the Krause Road Bridge Replacement Project (KNO-TR112-0.36)
- Approve purchase of services agreement with Graceland College Center dba Skill Path
- Approve six funding transfers totaling $63,054 to the Knox County Family and Children First Council
- Approve public notice for generator bid advertisements in the Mount Vernon News
Board of Commissioners
The Knox County Board of Commissioners will review resolutions regarding a utility permit, a park district lease agreement, and a contractor agreement. The meeting also includes updates from the IT Department.
- Utility permit from The Chillicothe Telephone Company for Bloomfield Road in Hilliar Township
- Lease agreement with Knox County Park District for Thayer Road Landfill recreational facilities
- Contractor agreement between Knox County Department of Job and Family Services and Ohio District 5 - Area Agency on Aging, Inc.
Board of Commissioners
The Knox County Board of Commissioners will meet to review several resolutions. These include a contract award for the Service Center window replacement and an amendment to a natural gas purchasing agreement. The board will also review the February 2024 investment income report.
- Window replacement bid for Knox County Service Center ($542,697.00)
- Amendment to Natural Gas Purchasing Program agreement
- February 2024 Treasurer Depository and Investment Income Report ($152,158.22)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions including salt brine applications for United Aggregates, Inc. in Mount Vernon and Danville. The session also includes discussions on CDBG allocation amendments, property tax exemptions, and personnel policy updates.
- Salt Brine Application: 14220 Parrott Street, Mount Vernon
- Salt Brine Application: 16364 Millersburg Road, Danville
- CDBG Allocation Amendment: Village of Brinkhaven improvements
- Tax Exemption/Remission: Parcels #66-02110.000 and #66-00814.000
- General Fund Interest Earned (February 2024): $13,943.50
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will meet to review departmental updates from the Sheriff's office and approve several resolutions. These include a utility permit for Berlin Township and multiple transportation agreements involving Knox Area Transit.
- Utility Permit from Licking Rural Electrification for 11155 Yankee Street in Berlin Township
- Transportation Contract between Job and Family Services - Ohio Means Jobs and Knox Area Transit
- Transportation Contract for Salvation Army After School Program (PRC-TANF) via Knox Area Transit
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions regarding public transit, including a bus security initiative and rural transit grants. The meeting also includes a bid opening for culverts and a contract approval for Danville Amity Road safety improvements.
- Bid opening for Knox County Engineer box culverts for 2024
- Knox County Convention & Visitors Bureau Plan of Action 2024
- Grant agreement for the Bus Security Initiative between Knox Area Transit and Knox County Foundation
- Ohio Department of Transportation subaward grant amendment for the 2023 Rural Transit Program
- Danville Amity Road Safety Improvements contract with Law General Contracting, Inc.
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions including a salt brine application and personnel policy updates. The session includes a public hearing and updates regarding water, wastewater, and Thayer Road.
- Public Hearing for TD Petroleum Salt Brine Application
- Annual Updates to the Knox County Personnel Policy Manual
- Utility Permit for Licking Rural Electrification at 4765 Wall Street in Milford Township
- Service Agreement with Kimmel Corporation for Sheriff's Office floor mats
- Memorandum of Understanding for the Collabor 8 Virtual Call Center Project
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review departmental updates and several resolutions. Key items include financial adjustments for the Coffing Road Bridge Replacement and a marine patrol assistance grant.
- Marine Patrol Assistance Grant Program application for the Knox County Sheriff's Office
- Public hearing notice for the Village of Brinkhaven PY 23 CDBG Program
- Change Order No. 1 for Coffing Road Bridge Replacement ($12,260.87 increase)
- Change Order No. 2 for Coffing Road Bridge Replacement ($6,588.50 decrease)
- Final payment application for Coffing Road Bridge Replacement ($69,506.27)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will meet to review several resolutions including infrastructure maintenance and personnel contracts. The session includes departmental updates from Knox County I.T. and the approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Collective Bargaining Agreement between Knox County Engineer and AFSCME, effective through June 30, 2026
- Agreement with DLZ Ohio, Inc. for annual inspections of county bridges
- Proposal from Burgess & Niple for Park District bridge inspection in Pleasant Township
- Public hearing advertisement for United Aggregates, Inc. salt brine application in Mount Vernon
- Public hearing advertisement for United Aggregates, Inc. salt brine application in Danville
Board of Commissioners
The Knox County Board of Commissioners will consider a utility permit for Apple Valley Drive in Howard Township. The meeting also includes reviewing the 2023 County Highway System Mileage Certification. Additionally, the board will address fund transfers, supplemental appropriations, and departmental updates.
- Utility permit from Knox Energy Cooperative Association for Apple Valley Drive
- Ohio Department of Transportation 2023 County Highway System Mileage Certification
- Approval of transfer of funds, supplemental appropriations, and bills
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review several departmental reports and resolutions. The agenda includes a CDBG projects update from the CDC of Ohio and an executive session regarding potential litigation.
- Knox County Sheriff Annual Report for 2023
- Knox County Sheriff Jail Food Cost Per Meal Report for January 2024
- Request for Proposals for Job and Family Services vehicle repair services
- Memorandum of Understanding for a workforce study
- Spectrum utility permit for Brush Run Road in Butler Township
Board of Commissioners
The Knox County Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions on February 1, 2024. Proposed actions include approving utility permits in Milford and Pike Townships and the 2023 Litter and Recycling financial report. The board will also review a bid for Danville Amity Road safety improvements.
- Award bid for Danville Amity Road Safety Improvements to Law General Contracting, Inc.
- Approve utility permit for 4025 Mink Street in Milford Township
- Approve utility permit for Lower Fredericktown Amity Road in Pike Township
- Approve Knox County Litter and Recycling 2023 Financial Report
- Proclamation designating February 1st as Ohio Township Day
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions including waste removal services and an annexation petition. The meeting also includes a bid opening for the Knox County Service Center window replacement project.
- Bid opening for Knox County Service Center Window Replacement Project
- Public hearing notice for TD Petroleum Salt Brine Application
- Expedited Type 1 Annexation from Union Township to the Village of Danville (Parcel #60-00789.003)
- Waste removal services proposal from Republic Services
- Contract with Cott Systems for hosted online index books
Board of Commissioners
The Knox County Board of Commissioners will review updates from the Sheriff, Park District, and EMA. The board is also scheduled to consider a proposal for subsurface investigations at three transit facility locations and a utility permit for Spectrum in Jackson Township.
- Proposal from Lawhon & Associates, Inc. for transit facility subsurface investigation
- Spectrum utility permit for Dennis Church Road in Jackson Township
- Departmental updates from the Sheriff, Park District, and EMA
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will conduct a morning session including a bid opening and departmental updates. The agenda includes the review of previous meeting minutes and potential fund transfers.
- Bid opening for Knox County Engineer Project - Danville Amity Road
- Public notice advertisement for Knox County Box Culverts 2024
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review several resolutions including a bond packet and various force account project assessments. The agenda also includes a CDBG participation agreement for water system improvements in the Village of Martinsburg.
- Approve Bond Packet Documents for Various Purpose Bonds, Series 2024, for $3,050,000
- CDBG Participation Agreement with the Village of Martinsburg for Martinsburg Water System Improvements Phase II
- Utility Permit from Brightspeed for Fredericktown Amity Road in Morris Township
- Multiple Force Account Project Assessment Forms for culvert pipe and concrete box replacements across several townships
- Knox County Workers' Compensation Policy
Board of Commissioners
The Knox County Board of Commissioners will meet to review a Spectrum utility permit affecting several roads in Jackson Township. The board also plans to vote on three reappointments to the Public Defender Commission. A scheduled update from Knox County Water and Wastewater is cancelled.
- Spectrum utility permit for Jackson Township roads
- Reappointment of Korey Kidwell to Public Defender Commission
- Reappointment of Thomas Updike to Public Defender Commission
- Reappointment of George Curry to Public Defender Commission
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider hiring Kelley A. Gorry to assist the County Auditor with property tax valuation appeals in 2024. The board will also review a petition from Jefferson Township Trustees to vacate part of Kay Road. Other items include departmental updates and fund transfers.
- Hiring Kelley A. Gorry as legal counsel for tax valuation appeals
- Petition to vacate a portion of Kay Road in Jefferson Township
- Approval of transfer of funds and supplemental appropriations
- Knox Public Health departmental update
Board of Commissioners
The Knox County Board of Commissioners will review several resolutions, including service agreements with Vision Government Solutions, Inc. for property revaluation and maintenance. The agenda also includes updates from the IT Department and approval of mortgage satisfactions.
- Service agreements with Vision Government Solutions, Inc. for property revaluation and maintenance
- Well Lease Agreement with Edward A. Piar
- Knox County Background Checks and Criminal History Record Information Policy
- Satisfaction of Mortgage for 94 Columbus Road, Mount Vernon
- Satisfaction of Mortgage for 15857 King Road, Howard
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is conducting its annual organizational meeting to appoint 2024 board officers and committee members. The agenda also includes approving various county reappointments, tax exemptions, and budget items.
- Appointment of the 2024 Board President and Vice President
- $5,000 payment draw for Brinkhaven Sidewalk Improvements
- Tax exemption applications for West Chestnut Street and Coshocton Road properties
- Office supply contract award to Quill LLC
- Approval of the 2024 Non-General Fund Operating Budget