Meeting Minutes

During the November 2, 2026, meeting, the Carroll County Board of Commissioners approved various financial appropriations, bill payments, and change orders for the 2026 pavement marking and resurfacing projects. Additionally, the Board received reports from the Dog Warden and the Recorder's Office, and the Clerk provided community updates regarding the upcoming election and local events.

During the October 29, 2026, meeting, the Carroll County Board of Commissioners approved routine financial matters, including appropriations and expense payments, and authorized the certification of delinquent sewer charges to the county tax list. The Board also addressed administrative items such as courthouse IT service renewals, the procurement of emergency quick action plan books, and an executive session regarding confidential matters.

At the October 26, 2026, meeting, the Carroll County Board of Commissioners approved various administrative and financial items, including budget appropriations, travel expenses, and payment of bills. The Board also confirmed board appointments, authorized a special hauling permit, and initiated a policy for IT cost recovery for non-general fund departments.

At the October 22, 2026, meeting, the Carroll County Board of Commissioners approved various financial matters, including budget appropriations, fund transfers, and expense payments, while also authorizing the certificate of substantial completion for the Courthouse Annex Phase 1 project. The Board further approved a Security Awareness Training contract and authorized the IT Director to negotiate the terms of the county's 9-1-1 line agreement with Frontier.

During the October 19, 2026, meeting, the Carroll County Board of Commissioners approved routine administrative items, including expenses, appropriation amendments, and the payment of bills. The Board also appointed Lynda Wickline to the Eastern Ohio Development Alliance Board and held a lengthy discussion regarding IT service contracts and the county's IT infrastructure, ultimately failing to pass a motion to buy out the Ruts Consulting Group contract.

At the October 15, 2026, meeting, the Carroll County Board of Commissioners approved routine financial matters, including travel expenses, appropriations, and bill payments. The Board also authorized several infrastructure and planning projects, such as a Comprehensive Plan update, various road and bridge improvements, and a building demolition program, while receiving updates on the Stony Lake wastewater project and county investment performance.

At the October 8, 2026, meeting, the Carroll County Commissioners approved financial matters including appropriation amendments, fund transfers, and payments. They also issued a proclamation for Agent Orange Awareness Month, approved a letter of support for a rural EMS grant, authorized a special hauling permit, and adopted a resolution for a transit grant application.

During the October 5, 2026, meeting, the Carroll County Board of Commissioners approved routine administrative matters, including the payment of bills, a fund transfer, and a temporary road closure. The board also authorized a new hire for Job and Family Services, approved a memorandum of understanding for transit administrative fees, and received updates on local economic development grants and public health initiatives.

During the October 1, 2026, meeting, the Carroll County Board of Commissioners approved various administrative actions, including travel expenses, appropriations, and a transit service contract with Minerva Opco, LLC. Additionally, the Board adopted a resolution to seek Ohio Public Works Commission funding for infrastructure projects and issued a proclamation declaring October as Dysautonomia Awareness Month.

At the Carroll County Board of Commissioners meeting on September 28, 2026, the Board approved various financial items including travel expenses, appropriations, budget amendments, and the payment of bills. Additionally, commissioners addressed administrative updates regarding county projects, the Stony Lake wastewater improvement initiative, and upcoming local community events.

During the September 24, 2026, meeting, the Carroll County Board of Commissioners approved routine financial measures, including expenses, appropriations, and bill payments. The Board also discussed the 2027 Building Demolition and Site Revitalization Grant application, provided an update on recent evacuations at the Moody Avenue building, and announced expanded absentee voting hours for the upcoming November election.

At the September 21, 2026, meeting, the Carroll County Board of Commissioners approved various administrative and financial matters, including contract renewals for Job and Family Services and expenses for county operations. Additionally, the Board adopted a resolution to enter into a grant agreement for the development of the Carroll County Dog Park and conducted an executive session regarding economic development assistance.

At the September 17, 2026, meeting, the Carroll County Board of Commissioners approved various financial matters, including budget appropriations, bill payments, and disbursements for Ohio Public Works Commission infrastructure projects. The Board also authorized a grant agreement for the Carroll County Dog Park project and held an executive session regarding security and emergency response protocols.

At the Carroll County Board of Commissioners meeting on September 14, 2026, the Board approved various administrative matters, including the payment of county bills and the adjustment of dog licensing periods. Key actions included approving new transit contracts, rescinding previous resolutions regarding the relocation of the public safety answering point (PSAP), and appointing a new IT Director to the Cybersecurity Committee.

During the September 10, 2026, meeting, the Carroll County Board of Commissioners approved various financial appropriations and amendments, as well as an increase in employee contributions for health benefits at the Carroll Golden Age Retreat. The Board also adopted a proclamation for the 25th anniversary of September 11, authorized the Dog Warden's participation in a local adoption event, and approved exploring the feasibility of relocating the Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) to the current Commissioners' office in the future.

At their September 3, 2026, meeting, the Carroll County Commissioners approved various financial appropriations, amendments, and bill payments, alongside authorizing a contract for courthouse sidewalk repairs. The Board also proclaimed September as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month and approved a new hire for the Job and Family Services department.

At the August 31, 2026, meeting, the Carroll County Board of Commissioners approved various financial appropriations, amendments, and a courthouse server room upgrade proposal from Uselton Horn Engineering. The Board also appointed Rose Weiss to the Area Agency on Aging advisory council, approved a special hauling permit for DeNoon Lumber Company, and adopted a proclamation recognizing Corrections Officer Patti Wood for her retirement.

At the August 27, 2026, meeting, the Carroll County Board of Commissioners approved various administrative and financial actions, including appropriations, foster care service contracts, and a temporary road closure for the Algonquin Mill Fall Festival. Additionally, the Board appointed members to the Transportation Advisory Committee, accepted the 2027 health insurance renewal, and hired a new Information Technology Director.

During the August 24, 2026, meeting, the Carroll County Board of Commissioners approved routine financial matters, including travel expenses, appropriation amendments, and the payment of bills. The Board also discussed departmental updates, authorized a special hauling permit, and moved to retain legal counsel for a workers' compensation claim.

At the August 20, 2026, meeting, the Carroll County Board of Commissioners approved travel expenses, appropriation amendments, and the sale of two county properties. Additionally, the Board authorized a contract for an online dog licensing system and approved a change order for the Courthouse Annex building before adjourning after an executive session.

During the August 17, 2026, meeting, the Carroll County Board of Commissioners approved various administrative and fiscal items, including travel expenses, appropriations, and bridge resurfacing contract changes. The Board also proclaimed August as Ohio Proud Month and received updates from the Emergency Management Agency regarding potential tornado activity in the county.

At the August 13, 2026, meeting, the Carroll County Board of Commissioners approved various administrative and financial items, including expense reimbursements, appropriations, and a contract termination for dog licensing services. The Board also accepted the resignation of an Airport Authority Board member, received reports on local emergency planning and courthouse facility maintenance, and held an executive session regarding security arrangements.

The Carroll County Board of Commissioners held their regular meeting on August 10, 2026, approving various administrative items, including meeting minutes, expense reports, and departmental appropriations. The Board also authorized payments for county bills and projects, received the weekly Dog Warden report, and heard a community event announcement.

At the August 6, 2026, meeting, the Carroll County Board of Commissioners approved various administrative and financial items, including travel expenses, appropriations, and the payment of county bills. The Board also addressed operational matters such as 9-1-1 equipment purchases, the 2026 Pavement Marking Project, and departmental reports from the Sheriff’s Office, Transit, and the Carroll Golden Age Retreat.

At the August 3, 2026, meeting, the Carroll County Commissioners approved standard administrative and financial motions, including the payment of bills and appropriation amendments. Additionally, the Board officially proclaimed August 31, 2026, as International Overdose Awareness Day and authorized the sponsorship of the Carroll County Dog Park project.

At the July 30, 2026, meeting, the Carroll County Board of Commissioners approved various administrative and financial items, including the 2026 pavement marking project bid and several Job and Family Services contracts. Additionally, the Board authorized the sale of two county-owned properties and received monthly reports from the Public Defender.

During the July 27, 2026, meeting, the Carroll County Board of Commissioners approved routine appropriations and bill payments, promoted a transit dispatcher to full-time status, and authorized historical solid waste administration fee payments. Additionally, the Board entered an executive session regarding economic development, noted upcoming local events, and received reports on tornado siren maintenance and community library programming.

During the July 23, 2026, meeting, the Carroll County Board of Commissioners approved several routine financial measures, including appropriation amendments and the establishment of new funds. The Board also authorized county highway right-of-way permits, updated mileage reimbursement rates for employees, and heard a presentation regarding a new school mentoring program.

Travel and membership expenses approved; appropriations and amendments; establishment of new CDBG FY25 fund; payment of bills; Dog Warden weekly report; JFS contract with Goodwill Industries; Carroll County Fair well-wishes.

Appropriations and amendments; transfer of funds; payment of bills; OPWC District 14 appointment of Lane Hartong as Chairman; Resolution 2026-26 OPWC Integrating Committee; Resolution 2026-27 Carroll Golden Age Retreat levy renewal (1.4 mills, 5 years); Lift Stations Project OWDA Payment Request #1; Carroll County 2026 Resurfacing Project contract with Northstar Asphalt; hire of Joseph Mayle as Maintenance Tech I.

Expenses approved for Judge Willen; appropriations and amendments; payment of bills; Dog Warden weekly report; Resolution 2026-25 Carroll Golden Age Retreat levy renewal (1.4 mills, 5 years); Clerk's reports on pop-up food pantry volunteers and Friendship Center driver openings; Treasurer's Q2 investment report and tax bill update.

Appropriations and amendments; payment of bills; Resolution 2026-24 ODNR NatureWorks Grant; JFS contracts; Building Demolition Grant PKD D contract; ADAMHS Board Suicide Prevention Month luminary display; EMA drone funding; Broadband Expansion Project RFP extension; Executive Session.

Dog Warden weekly report; CHIP satisfaction of mortgage for John & Linda Hepner; Clerk's report on Pop-Up Pantry and library events; Dog Warden monthly report for June; Board of Revisions update.

Expenses, appropriation amendments, payment of bills, monthly reports (Sheriff, Recorder, Auditor, Transit), CR54 Resurfacing Change Order No. 1, right-of-way permits, DeNoon Lumber special hauling permit, FY24 Building Demolition Package D award, JFS hiring and vehicle purchase, Carroll Golden Age Retreat monthly report, Resolution 2026-23 (CGAR levy renewal).

Expenses, appropriations, payment of bills, Dog Warden report, Independence Day courthouse closure, 2026 Pavement Marking Project bids, PY24 Building Demolition Package D bid opening, EMA heat advisory, introduction of new Assistant Clerk II Kaitlyn Green, Executive Session.

Expenses, appropriations, payment of bills, reappointment of Dale (Sonny) Fitzsimmons to Airport Authority Board, liquor permit (RTB Bar and Grill), county highway right-of-way permits, Board of Revisions update, Regional Transportation Improvement Project.

Commissioners approved minutes from June 18, travel/membership expenses, an appropriation for Water Pollution Control Loan FY24, payment of bills, and payment of bills without prior certification. Additional items included the Dog Warden's weekly report, reappointment of Jason Reynolds to OMEGA District 14 NRAC, and Clerk's reports on Medicare assistance programs and the Harrison County Fair.

The Carroll County Board of Commissioners met on June 18, 2026, to approve various financial appropriations, highway right-of-way permits, and a real estate auction contract for county-owned properties. The session also included updates on Friendship Center programming, announcements regarding Board of Revision hearings, and a notice of office closures for the Juneteenth holiday.

The Carroll County Commissioners approved previous meeting minutes, expenses, and bills, and established two new funds for OWDA projects. They also approved hiring DeCarlo Construction, LLC to close pool room windows at the courthouse annex building with R-19 insulation. Additionally, the Commissioners noted the upcoming Juneteenth holiday closure and discussed a Dog Warden report, library programs, and regional transportation initiatives.

Appropriation amendments, payment of bills, dog warden report, sheriff monthly reports, AEP agreement for Courthouse Annex, PY2025 CDBG environmental review certification, clerk's report on tick/mosquito prevention, $63,000 capital budget award for Carroll County Dog Park, EMA Quick Action Plan update, executive session, Buildings & Grounds resignation and job posting, and hiring of Kaitlyn Green as Assistant Clerk II.

Regular board meeting covering expenses, appropriation amendments, bill payments, courthouse annex building updates, cybersecurity committee updates, and assistant clerk II position interviews.

Special meeting. All commissioners present. Sole item: rescission of Resolution 2026-22 (Carroll Golden Age Retreat levy renewal with .5 mill increase) to allow further review of options to reduce expenditures and increase revenue before proceeding with a levy.

Regular meeting. All commissioners present. Items included: appropriations, payment of bills, monthly reports (Sheriff, Recorder, Child Support, Auditor, Dog Warden, Transit), Carroll Golden Age Retreat monthly report and Resolution 2026-22 (county home levy), JFS hiring recommendation (Leslie Edie), clerk's reports on Summer Meals program and Minerva Homecoming parade.

Regular meeting. Present: Vice President Robert E. Wirkner and Commissioner Donald E. Leggett II. Absent: President Christopher R. Modranski. Items included: expenses, payment of bills, dog warden report, Recorder's Office monthly report, JFS contracts, county highway right-of-way permit, clerk's report on road closures and Pop-Up Food Pantry, courthouse annex building updates, and auction services.

Appropriations, expenses, special hauling permit (Irish Creek Logging), Public Defender monthly reports (January & February 2026), Broadband Expansion Project RFP discussion, Clerk's reports on Memorial Day closure and job openings.

Appropriations and amendments, special hauling permit (DeNoon Lumber), release of road bond (EOG Resources), EMA LEPC Exercise review, County Risk Sharing Authority (CORSA) presentation, Military Appreciation Month proclamation, Cybersecurity Committee update, America 250 Passport of Events, Executive Session.

Appropriations and amendments, transfer of funds (ARC Broadband Grant), payment of bills, Dog Warden report, Child Support Enforcement Agency monthly report (April 2026), Clerk's reports on job openings and Board of Elections canvass, Courthouse storage water tank replacement, Courthouse Annex building updates (flooring, ramp), LEPC Exercise debrief, Quick Action Plan update.

Regular meeting – Journal 51, Page 638. Commissioner Leggett absent. Attendance, minutes approval, payment of bills, and other business.

Regular meeting – Journal 51, Page 634. Attendance, minutes approval, payment of bills, and other business.

Regular meeting – Journal 51, Page 630. Attendance, minutes approval, expenses, appropriation amendments, and other business.

Regular meeting – Journal 51, Page 625. Attendance, minutes approval, expenses, appropriations, and other business.

2026 Resurfacing Project H-1-2026 bid accepted from Northstar Asphalt ($629,894); Resolution 2026-20 adopted increasing Carroll County Environmental Services sewer rates by $2/month effective January 1, 2027; Williams donated $10,000 toward EMA drone purchase (~$35,000 total cost); EMA authorized to apply for $45,452 EMPG grant; contract addendum approved for Canyon Road resurfacing project; tire collection event announced for Loudon Township.

AEP Ohio easement approved for Annex building electric conduit; JFS contract approved with OhioMHAS-Belmont Pines Hospital for foster children placement ($15,000); Transit new hire approved (Grace Yost, part-time dispatcher); motion approved to improve signage at Annex building; blanket purchase order limit increased for township road levy funds; JFS Social Services Worker I position posted.

Motorola Solutions PSAP agreement approved ($359,112 for equipment and services); Change Order No. 4 approved for WPCLF septic project extending completion to June 18, 2026; National Lineman Appreciation Day proclaimed for April 18; EMA confirmed receipt of $45,452 EMPG grant; Board of Revisions completed all CAUV cases and 75% of real property cases.

Air conditioning units approved for OSU Extension and EMA offices at Annex building ($49,500 from Crown Heating & Cooling); Special hauling permit approved for Stone Lick Timber; National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week proclamation recognizing county dispatchers; oral rabies vaccine bait drop announced for April 18; Community Health and Wellness Fair announced for Malvern.

Building Demolition Grant Package C contract awarded to J. Green Excavating LLC; Request for Proposals issued for auction services for vacated buildings; flooding update with Leesville and Atwood Lakes at nearly 100% outflow; Ashton Event Center rental approved for annual HR training; bid bonds released for CR54 project; Child Support Enforcement Agency March report: 986 active cases.

Fuel tank contract approved with Ports Petroleum Co. for county highway garage; EMA Director Tom Cottis provided flooding/water level update with multiple road closures; Treasurer Jeff Yeager presented Q1 2026 investment report (total funds $42,973,484); seven Annex windows approved for replacement using Brownfield grant funds ($12,941); PSAP Motorola contract sent to Prosecutor for review.

Approved CR54 Canyon Road Resurfacing Project contract with Northstar Asphalt ($345,785); Resolution 2026-19 appropriating funds to Dog & Kennel Fund; National County Government Month proclamation; Child Abuse Prevention Month proclamation; $75,000 down payment approved for new 9-1-1 PSAP equipment; Carroll Golden Age Retreat and Transit monthly reports for March; county website upgrade announced.

Transfer of ARC Broadband Grant funds for Moody Avenue Annex renovations; Resolution 2026-18 identifying properties for FY26 Building Demolition and Site Revitalization Program (11 E. Main St.); Dog Warden weekly report; pipeline oil spill response in Monroe Township; weather/flooding update with Atwood Lake elevation at 931.2 feet.

Appropriation for ARC Power Broadband Grant; appointments to Carroll County Library Board, Child Abuse & Neglect Regional Prevention Council, and HARCATUS; MWCD project updates including Atwood Lake improvements; employee raises for Dog Warden and Economic Development Director; Resolution 2026-17 authorizing cooperative agreement with Ohio Water Development Authority for Lake Mohawk lift station replacement.

Expenses, payment of bills, Dog Warden weekly report, CCAO energy service agreement amendment (Dynegy), Avery's Law (HB 247) overview from Dog Warden, Transit SFY2027 grant awards, discussion on Advanced Power/data center proposal, EMA moving to Annex building by end of week.

Expenses, appropriations, payment of bills, Commissioners' office closure for Annex open house, Ag Society event center rental date amendment, Building Demolition Package C award (J. Green Excavating), Airport Authority Board grant contract, PY2025 CHIP grant authorization, Transit ODOT review update, courthouse 3rd floor windows completed, weather damage reimbursement resources, Courthouse Annex ribbon cutting and open house.

Expenses, appropriation amendments, payment of bills, Dog Warden weekly report, Board of Elections absentee voting hours for May 5 election, engineer material bids accepted (concrete, asphalt, road materials, fuel – Ports Petroleum), TIRC and Child Abuse Council appointments, VFW Auxiliary flags grant ($500), Building Demolition Package C bid opening (tabled), major weekend windstorm update (400+ calls, all fire departments responded).

Expenses, appropriations, appropriation amendments, transfer of funds, payment of bills, Auditor conveyance report, TIRC appointments, right of entry permit, special hauling permit (EOG Resources), Resolution 2026-14 house renumbering, Resolution 2026-15 owner-occupancy tax credit, Resolution 2026-16 homestead exemption tax credit, Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month proclamation, CGAR February report, David Fitzgerald retirement proclamation, Airport Authority Board appointment (Bill Patterson).

Expenses, appropriations, payment of bills, monthly reports (CSEA, Auditor, Transit February 2026), Transit hiring, special hauling permit, EMA storm update (wind shear), EMA Severe Weather Awareness Week, LEPC officer elections and new appointments, Board of Elections internet line discussion for Annex, Sexual Assault Awareness Month proclamation, Resolution 2026-13 OWDA loan for Stony Lake-Vo Ash sewer design.

Expenses, appropriations, transfer of funds, payment of bills, monthly reports (Dog Pound, Recorder, Sheriff February 2026), Courthouse Annex change order #15 (decrease $60,431), RUMA for Cardinal Gas Services, special hauling permits, Annex pool area duct insulation ($14,000), Annex open house announced for March 19, BSHM Architecture Phase II design agreement, EMA moving into Annex.

Expenses, payment of bills, Dog Warden weekly report, letters of support (Friendship Center walking path and Ag Society grandstands), auction services for excess buildings, CR54 Canyon Road resurfacing bid accepted (Northstar Asphalt, $345,785), Developmental Disabilities Month proclamation, CCBDD event calendar, spring burn ban advisory, CAUV renewal deadline.

Expenses, appropriations, appropriation amendment, transfer of funds, payment of bills, Leesville work order, special hauling permit (Miller Logging), right-of-way permit correction (Levi Russell), Courthouse Annex roof penetrations approved ($6,639), temporary occupancy permit granted for Annex building, Smartway Communications lease termination notice, new Dog Pound Keeper hired (David Luyster).

Expenses, payment of bills, Dog Warden weekly report, Public Defender monthly report (October 2025), RTIP letters of support for BUILD Grant and US 30 project, Hope in Ohio suicide prevention event reminder.

Expenses, appropriations, appropriation amendments, payment of bills, Dog Warden weekly report, WPCLF change order #3, official bonds for Jennifer Burns, Transit FY2024 cost allocation plan, special hauling permit (Mervin Troyer), Crown Vending Services contract for Annex, Engineer annual report, Memorial Day Grant ($1,760 each to American Legion and VFW), Transit new hires, Dog Pound resignation, Thrasher Group agreement for Stony Lake wastewater project.

Expenses, appropriations, payment of bills, special hauling permit, Route 9 tower lease management (Prosecutor opinion), Executive Session (security arrangements), Resolution 2026-12 to relocate Carroll County PSAP to Annex Building, Executive Session (economic development), Resolution 2026-11 retaining McDonald Hopkins LLC as special counsel for electric generating facility.

Expenses, payment of bills, Dog Warden weekly report, monthly reports (Auditor conveyance, CSEA January), Courthouse Annex change order #14 HVAC ($157,065), Hope in Ohio suicide prevention community conversation presentation, Buildings & Grounds new hire (Alberto Gomez).

Expenses, appropriations, payment of bills, monthly reports (Sheriff January 2026), RUMA and right-of-way permits for Tennessee Gas Pipeline, letter of support for manufacturing ISP, Dog Warden and CGAR monthly reports, Transit January monthly report, Resolution 2026-10 transfer generator to Village of Carrollton.

Appropriations, transfer of funds, payment of bills, Dog Warden weekly report, Recorder's January report, engineer bid notices (fuel, concrete, road materials, asphalt, CR 54 resurfacing), PERRP work injury summary, Resolution 2026-09 support for PVOne LLC energy project, Transit policy approvals, EMA updates (weather and Dellroy gas outage), Board of Elections annex building update.

Expenses, appropriations, transfer of funds, Public Defender monthly report, payment of bills, Dog Warden weekly report, website redesign agreement approved, Silco Fire & Security contract approved, liquor permit, Building Demolition Package B extension, JFS hiring, EMA weather and well pad fire updates.

Appropriations, payment of bills, Dog Warden weekly report, WPCLF change order #2, new Assistant Dog Warden hired (Daniel Mutton), landfill consulting contract, Transit policy updates (ADA and Procurement), EMA weather update, recognition of emergency services after busy 48 hours.

Expenses, appropriations, payment of bills, annual appointments (committees, boards, representatives), Resolution 2026-07 CCAO voting representative, Resolution 2026-08 house renumbering, special hauling permit, Dog Warden 2025 annual report, new Sheriff cruisers approved, county website contract awarded to Joshua Link ($15,000).

Expenses, appropriations, payment of bills, Dog Warden weekly report, Sheriff 2025 annual report, OMEGA board appointments, Board of Revisions appointment, JFS contracts, Resolution 2026-06 LEPC Right-to-Know Grant, weather update, CGAR whirlpool tub grant ($21,035).

Expenses, annual nunc pro tunc appropriations, reverse year-end advances, payment of bills, monthly reports (Sheriff, Recorder, Auditor, CSEA December 2025), Council on Aging in-kind match, 2026 Holiday Schedule, Building Demolition ORDC amendment, CGAR and Dog Warden monthly reports, Transit monthly report and hiring authorization, Treasurer quarterly investment report, Courthouse Annex occupancy permit update.

Year-end nunc pro tunc appropriations, year-end advances, Dog Warden weekly report, 2024 WPCLF Payment Request #3, Gardiner Water Treatment contract, 2026 CEBCO Wellness Grant, Ohio EMA Cybersecurity Grant, CSEA new director (Marilyn Wells), Resolutions 2026-01 through 2026-05 (mileage rates, ODOT cooperative purchase, force account, cooperative agreement, bridge load posting).