Knox County, Ohio

Board of Commissioners

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The Board will vote on five resolutions, including contracts for landfill post‑closure care, school resource officers, a bridge project payment, a utility permit, and an emergency operations plan. It will also approve supplemental appropriations, bill lists, and receive departmental updates.

• Approve $32,550 contract with Bennett and Williams Environmental Consultants for post‑closure care at Knox County Landfill (second half of 2026)
• Approve $95,000 School Resource Officer contract with East Knox Local School District (SRO Deputy #1 $25,000; Deputy #2 $70,000)
• Approve $236,154 payment to Crawford Construction for Howard Danville Road Bridge Project (PID 117987)
• Approve utility permit for Enbridge Gas Ohio at 15460 Howard Danville Road, Union Township
• Approve Knox County Emergency Management Agency Fairgrounds Emergency Operations Plan

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The Board of Commissioners will review funding requests for a park project in the Village of Danville. The meeting also includes departmental updates from the Dog Shelter and Job and Family Services.

• Draw Request for CDBG Village of Danville Memorial Park Project in the amount of $74,514.00
• Request for Payment Draw Number 4 for CDBG Village of Danville Memorial Park Project in the amount of $74,514.00
• Approval of Bill List and Bill List - Then and Now
• Knox County Dog Shelter Report

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The Knox County Board of Commissioners will consider several approvals, including letters of recognition for four Mount Vernon students, two utility permits for Ohio Cumberland Gas, and a $272,457.30 bid award to Small’s Asphalt Paving for Phase III safety improvements on Danville Amity Road (CR 14). The meeting also includes routine agenda items such as bill approvals and departmental updates.

• Approve letters of recognition for four Mount Vernon students honored at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
• Approve $272,457.30 bid award to Small’s Asphalt Paving for Danville Amity Road (CR 14) safety improvements Phase III
• Approve utility permit for Ohio Cumberland Gas on Hazel Dell Road, Butler Township
• Approve utility permit for Ohio Cumberland Gas on Tiger Valley Road, Union Township
• Approve bill lists and supplemental appropriations

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The Knox County Board of Commissioners will open bids for Danville Amity Road safety improvements and vote on resolutions including an updated drug and alcohol policy for Knox County Transit and a $426,735.53 contract with the Sheriff's Office for child support enforcement. The board will also approve fund transfers and bills, and receive a treasurer's investment report.

• Bid opening for Danville Amity Road (CR14) Safety Improvements Phase III
• Resolution to approve updated DOT Drug and Alcohol Policy for Knox County Transit
• Resolution to approve $426,735.53 IV-D contract with Sheriff's Office for child support enforcement ($145,090.08 local share, $281,645.45 federal reimbursement)
• Approval of bill lists (regular and then-and-now)
• County Treasurer's Depository and Investment Income Report including Star Ohio Bank statements

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The Board of Commissioners will vote on the Knox County fiscal mid‑year budget for 2026. It will consider approvals for a salt‑brine permit for B & J Drilling at 13911 Millersburg Road, a behavioral‑health coordinator support agreement for the county jail, and a $1,136,000 construction contract with Shrock Premier Custom Construction for the Water and Wastewater Office Building. Additional items include a professional‑services agreement for bridge replacement projects, a utility permit for Simmons Church Road and Bishop Road, and an inter‑agency contractor agreement with the County Transit program. The commissioners will also approve the listed bills and transfer of funds.

• Approve $1,136,000 Owner‑Contractor Agreement with Shrock Premier Custom Construction for the Knox County Water and Wastewater Office Building Project.
• Approve the Salt Brine Application for B & J Drilling Company, Inc. at 13911 Millersburg Road, Danville, Ohio.
• Approve the Knox County Fiscal Mid‑Year Budget beginning Jan 1 2026 as required by Ohio Rev. Code §5705.28.
• Approve the agreement to fund a Behavioral Health Service Coordinator at the Knox County Jail (Sheriff’s Office and Mental Health and Recovery for Licking and Knox Counties).
• Approve the Utility Permit from Licking Rural Electrification for Simmons Church Road and Bishop Road in Milford Township.

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The Knox County Board of Commissioners will review agreements for two bridge replacement projects and a water system bid for the Village of Danville. The board will also consider a funding support letter for the Knox County Park District and a court copier agreement.

• Invitation to Bid for CDBG Village of Danville Water System Improvements
• Agreement with DLZ Ohio, Inc. for Kinney Road Bridge Replacement Project (KNO-CR89-0.13)
• Agreement with Evans, Mechwart, Hambleton, and Tilton, Inc. for Mile Creek Road Bridge Replacement Project (KNO-TR385-00.03)
• Document Management Agreement with Modern Office Methods for the Knox County Common Pleas Court Copier
• Support Letter for Knox County Park District funding from the Clean Ohio Green Space Conservation Program

The Board approved several infrastructure agreements, including design services for the Kinney Road and Mile Creek Road bridge replacements. Additional actions included approving a document management agreement, a court annual report, and a letter of support for park funding.

• Approved advertisement for Danville water system improvements (3-0)
• Approved 2025 Knox County Probate Juvenile Court Annual Report (3-0)
• Approved letter of support for Knox County Park District funding (3-0)
• Approved Modern Office Methods document management agreement ($187.00 monthly) (3-0)
• Approved DLZ Ohio, Inc. contract for Kinney Road bridge design ($132,001.00) (3-0)
• Approved EMH&T contract for Mile Creek Road bridge design ($180,000.00) (3-0)
• Approved June 30 bill list (3-0)
• Approved June 30 'Then and Now' bill list (3-0)

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At this regular session, the Knox County Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions including a three-year labor agreement with AFSCME Local 657 covering Job and Family Services employees, a payment of $147,871.48 for annual resurfacing, and authorization to release $87,763.49 in permissive auto tax funds to Mount Vernon for Teryl Drive improvements. They will also approve a letter of support for Knox Community Hospital's Rural Health Transformation Program application and other administrative items.

• Approve Labor Agreement between Job and Family Services and AFSCME Local 657, effective July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2029.
• Approve Contractor's Payment No. 1 to Small's Asphalt Paving, Inc. for Annual Resurfacing 2026, $147,871.48.
• Authorize release of $87,763.49 in permissive auto tax funds to City of Mount Vernon for Teryl Drive improvements (PID 2510001).
• Approve Service and License Agreement between Knox County Auditor and Pivot Point Partners LLC.
• Approve Letter of Support for Knox Community Hospital's application to Healthier Ohio Initiatives.

The Board of Commissioners approved multiple resolutions regarding asphalt paving, service agreements, and tax collections. They also authorized funds for Mount Vernon street improvements and a labor agreement for Job and Family Services.

• Approved Small's Asphalt Paving, Inc. payment for annual resurfacing ($147,871.48) (3-0)
• Approved service and license agreement between County Auditor and Pivot Point Partners LLC (3-0)
• Approved certification of delinquent water and wastewater accounts to the County Auditor (3-0)
• Authorized release of permissive auto tax funds to the City of Mount Vernon ($87,763.49) (3-0)
• Approved letter of support for Knox Community Hospital's health initiative application (3-0)
• Authorized Job and Family Services participation in the State of Ohio cooperative purchasing program (3-0)
• Approved labor agreement between Job and Family Services and AFSCME Local 657 (3-0)
• Recognized the dedication of the Becker Mining Systems Aviation Education Center (3-0)

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The Board of Commissioners will vote on awarding a $1,136,000 construction contract for the Knox County Water and Wastewater Office Building to Shrock Premier Custom Construction. They will also consider an amendment to a juvenile court grant agreement and a School Resource Officer contract with Centerburg Local School District. Routine items include approval of bill lists and meeting minutes.

• Bid award for Knox County Water and Wastewater Office Building to Shrock Premier Custom Construction, LLC for $1,136,000
• Amendment to fiscal accountability report for Knox County Juvenile Court Grant Agreement
• School Resource Officer contract with Centerburg Local School District for 2026/2027 school year
• Approval of bill lists and supplemental appropriations

The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved five resolutions on June 23. The board awarded a construction bid for the water and wastewater office building, authorized a fiscal amendment for the juvenile court grant agreement, and renewed the school resource officer contract with Centerburg Local School District for $33,500 to maintain police presence in local schools. Commissioners also approved routine bill lists and received an informational update from human resources on staffing and benefits renewals.

• Approved $1,136,000 construction bid for the water and wastewater office building project (Pursel, Lester, Keesee: 3-0)
• Authorized fiscal accountability amendment for the juvenile court grant agreement (Pursel, Lester, Keesee: 3-0)
• Renewed School Resource Officer contract with Centerburg Local School District for $33,500 (Pursel, Lester, Keesee: 3-0)
• Approved June 23 bill list and then-and-now bill list (Pursel, Lester, Keesee: 3-0 each)
• Approved May 19 meeting minutes

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The Board of Commissioners will vote on a tax levy renewal for senior citizens services and facilities. The meeting includes approvals for public safety technology, building improvements, and utility aggregation programs.

• Renewal tax levy for providing or maintaining senior citizens services or facilities
• Master Services Agreement with Flock Group Inc. for the Sheriff's Office totaling $163,300.00
• Bid award to Modern Glass, Paint, and Tile Company for window replacements totaling $114,944.00
• Easement grant with Rodney and Carolyn Newell at 0 Columbus Road, Centerburg
• Bid opening for the Knox County Water and Wastewater Office Building

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The Knox County Board of Commissioners will hear an update from the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District and vote on several resolutions, including reappointing Judy Gregg to the Mental Health & Recovery Board, authorizing a public hearing notice for a salt brine application from B&J Drilling Company, approving a utility permit for Dean Moran Oil & Gas on Jug Run Road, and amending a contract with Forensic Fluids Laboratories to extend it through June 30, 2027. The board will also approve fund transfers and bill lists.

• Reappointment of Judy Gregg to the Mental Health & Recovery Board for Knox & Licking Counties
• Advertisement of public hearing notice regarding salt brine application from B&J Drilling Company, Inc.
• Utility permit for Dean Moran Oil & Gas at 28823 Jug Run Road in Jackson Township
• Amendment to contract with Forensic Fluids Laboratories, Inc. extending the term from June 30, 2025 to June 30, 2027
• Approval of bill lists and then-and-now payments

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The Board will consider a resolution to place a 0.79-mill renewal levy for senior citizen services on the ballot. They will also vote to appoint Amy Seward as EMA Director and approve personnel policy updates on fraud, AI, and more. A payment of $243,143.98 to Crawford Construction for the Howard Danville Road Bridge Project is on the agenda.

• Renewal levy of 0.79 mills for senior services per ORC 5705.19(Y)
• Appointment of Amy Seward as EMA Director effective June 15, 2026
• Personnel policy updates on fraud reporting, AI, insurance, weather, driving, and drug-free awareness
• Payment No. 1 to Crawford Construction for Howard Danville Road Bridge: $243,143.98
• Knox County 911 Monthly Report for May 2026

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The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing for the PY2026 Community Development Block Grant program, then consider seven resolutions including approving the CDBG application, authorizing a local homestead exemption, and approving agreements for Job and Family Services. Also on the agenda are approval of bills and minutes, and updates from county departments.

• Public hearing for PY2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program
• Resolution to authorize Local Permissive Homestead Exemption under ORC 319.304
• Software as a Service agreement between Knox County JFS and Facilities Management Express, LLC
• Contractor agreement between Knox County JFS and Angela Ward for Summer Youth Job Coach
• Shared funding agreement for 2027 pooled local funds among four county agencies

The Board approved several Community Development Block Grant applications for Berlin Township and the Village of Danville. Additionally, commissioners authorized a local permissive homestead tax exemption and various departmental agreements.

• Approved PY 2026 CDBG Allocation Application ($156,000) (3-0)
• Approved CDBG Environmental Review Certification Form (3-0)
• Approved CDBG Residential Anti-Displacement and Relocation Assistance Plan (3-0)
• Authorized local permissive homestead tax exemption for 2026/2027 (3-0)
• Approved Software as a Service agreement with Facilities Management Express, LLC ($4,950) (3-0)
• Approved contractor agreement for Summer Youth Job Coach position ($3,300) (3-0)
• Approved 2027 Shared Funding Agreement for community services ($95,000) (3-0)
• Approved June 9, 2026 Bill List and Then and Now Bill List (3-0)

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The Knox County Board of Commissioners will consider approving a $822,263.41 contract for the 2026 Annual Resurfacing project with Small's Asphalt Paving, Inc., along with a $132,298.00 transit grant from the Ohio Department of Transportation. The agenda also includes resolutions for housing development support letters, website service agreements, and a procurement policy for Knox County Transit.

• Approve $822,263.41 resurfacing contract with Small's Asphalt Paving, Inc.
• Approve $132,298.00 transit grant from Ohio Department of Transportation
• Approve Support Letter for North of Vernon Housing Development
• Approve Procurement Policy for Knox County Transit
• Approve Website Service Agreement between Auditor and Pivot Point Partners LLC

The Board of Commissioners approved several resolutions including a $822,263.41 road resurfacing contract and various transit grants. Additional approvals included support for the North of Vernon housing development and a memorandum of understanding regarding a family support position.

• Approved support letter for North of Vernon Housing Development (3-0)
• Approved website service agreement between County Auditor and Pivot Point Partners LLC (3-0)
• Approved $34,112.00 contract between Homeland Security/EMA and General Health District (3-0)
• Approved $132,298.00 grant for Knox County Transit from ODOT (3-0)
• Approved procurement policy for Knox County Transit (3-0)
• Approved Federal Transit Administration Title VI Program for Knox County Transit (3-0)
• Approved $822,263.41 annual resurfacing contract with Small's Asphalt Paving, Inc. (3-0)
• Approved MOU for Family Support Team Coordinator position not to exceed $70,000.00 (3-0)

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The Board will consider five resolutions, including approving a $822,263.41 contract with Mid-Ohio Paving for annual road patching material. Also on the agenda are updates to federal grant policies, the county engineer's 2025 annual report, bridge inspection services, and a utility permit for broadband on Apple Valley Drive. Routine items include bill approvals and administrative updates.

• Contract for patching material with Mid-Ohio Paving, Inc. for $822,263.41 ($67.17/ton for Type 1, $57.17/ton for Type 2)
• Amendments to Federal Grant Policies including internal controls, equipment policy, and procurement policy
• Approval of Knox County Engineer's 2025 Annual Report
• Agreement for bridge inspection services with John Wackerly Inspection, LLC
• Utility permit for Mercury Broadband on Apple Valley Drive in Howard Township

The board approved amendments to federal grant policies and county practices. It also approved the engineer's 2025 annual report, an asphalt‑patching contract for $473,048.50, a bridge‑inspection agreement, and a $1,000,000 utility permit for Mercury Broadband on Apple Valley Drive. Both the June 2 bill list and the Then‑and‑Now bill list were approved.

• Approved amendments to federal grant policies and county practices (Resolution 2026-345)
• Approved Knox County Engineer's Annual Report for 2025 (Resolution 2026-346)
• Approved asphalt‑patching material contract for $473,048.50 with Mid‑Ohio Paving, Inc. (Resolution 2026-347)
• Approved bridge inspection services agreement with John Wackerly Inspection, LLC (Resolution 2026-348)
• Approved utility permit for Mercury Broadband on Apple Valley Drive, bond required $1,000,000 (Resolution 2026-349)
• Approved the Bill List dated June 2, 2026 (Resolution 2026-350)
• Approved the Then‑and‑Now Bill List dated June 2, 2026 (Resolution 2026-351)

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The Board of Commissioners will review a Master Services Agreement with CivicPlus to create and maintain a new county website. The board will also consider a conferencing renewal for the Common Pleas Court and review monthly departmental reports.

• Master Services Agreement and Quote from CivicPlus for a new county website
• Renewal for Lifesize Audio Conferencing for the Knox County Common Pleas Court
• Knox County Sheriff Monthly Report for May 2026
• Knox County Human Resources Update for May 2026
• Approval of Bill List and Bill List - Then and Now

The commissioners approved a Master Services Agreement with CivicPlus to build and maintain a new Knox County website, costing $47,808 initially with a $29,530 annual renewal. They also approved a $1,324.23 renewal for Lifesize audio‑conferencing for the Common Pleas Court. Additionally, the Board approved both the standard Bill List and the Then‑and‑Now Bill List for May 28 2026.

• Approved Resolution 2026-341 – Master Services Agreement with CivicPlus for new county website (Initial $47,808, Annual $29,530)
• Approved Resolution 2026-342 – Renewal of Lifesize audio‑conferencing for Common Pleas Court ($1,324.23)
• Approved Resolution 2026-343 – Adoption of the Bill List dated May 28 2026
• Approved Resolution 2026-344 – Adoption of the Then‑and‑Now Bill List dated May 28 2026

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The board will open bids for a window replacement project, receive updates from Knox County Transit and Job and Family Services, and vote on 16 resolutions. Notable items include establishing assessment fees for two subdivisions and a drainage ditch, approving a $47,623 CDBG payment for Danville playground equipment, a $64,065 ice pigging sewer cleaning agreement, and a $166,700 transit grant.

• Bid opening for Knox County Board of Developmental Disabilities Window Replacement Project
• Establish assessment fees for Kokosing Plantation Subdivision and Sycamore Meadows Subdivision (2027)
• Approve $47,623 CDBG payment for Village of Danville Playground Equipment Project
• Approve $64,065 Ice Pigging Services Agreement to clean sewer force main in Howard
• Approve $166,700 Rural Transit Program SFY 2027 Subaward Grant Agreement for Knox County Transit

The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved a $166,700 Rural Transit Program grant from the Ohio Department of Transportation. It also approved several infrastructure contracts, including a $64,065 ice‑pigging service for a sewer line, a $47,623 payment for a Danville playground project, and utility permits for Mercury Broadband with a $1,000,000 bond requirement. Additional resolutions established assessment fees for various subdivisions and ditches and appointed members to the Central Ohio Rural Planning Organization. All listed actions were recorded as approved.

• Approved Rural Transit Program SFY2027 grant for $166,700 (Result: Approved)
• Approved Ice Pigging Services Agreement for sewer line cleaning, $64,065 (Result: Approved)
• Approved payment draw for Danville Playground Equipment Project, $47,623 (Result: Approved)
• Approved utility permit for Mercury Broadband on Apple Valley Drive (4.731'), bond $1,000,000 (Result: Approved)
• Approved utility permit for Mercury Broadband on Apple Valley Drive (4.602'), bond $1,000,000 (Result: Approved)
• Approved utility permit for Mercury Broadband on Apple Valley Drive (6.746'), bond $1,000,000 (Result: Approved)
• Approved assessment fee for Ford Creek Ditch, total $5,711.04 (Result: Approved)
• Approved assessment fee for Ralphie's Ditch, total $1,440.24 (Result: Approved)

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The Board will hear departmental updates from Knox County 911, Water/Wastewater, and Litter/Recycling. They will then vote on resolutions including bid awards for road resurfacing and asphalt patching, a 911 system agreement, a temporary workspace agreement, a jail capital project grant, and public notices. Approval of bill lists and previous meeting minutes is also on the agenda.

• Bid award of $822,263.41 to Small's Asphalt Paving for annual road resurfacing
• Bid award of $473,048.50 to Mid-Ohio Paving for asphalt patching material
• Approval of Ohio's Next Generation 911 System Agreement for $17,677 for up to five years
• Temporary workspace agreement with Columbia Gas for $3,500 on Pipesville and Coshocton roads
• Authorization to execute a jail capital project grant agreement with Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction

The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved a series of contracts and agreements covering road resurfacing, asphalt patching, utility permits, 911 system upgrades, gas transmission workspace, jail capital project funding, and public notices for water‑wastewater and community development grant hearings. All items were adopted without recorded vote counts. The decisions affect county infrastructure, public safety, and grant administration.

• Approved $822,263.41 bid award to Small’s Asphalt Paving for 2026 Engineer’s Annual Resurfacing (Resolution 2026-309)
• Approved $473,048.50 bid award to Mid‑Ohio Paving for 2026 Engineer’s Asphalt Patching Material (Resolution 2026-310)
• Approved utility permit for Mishey Road in Berlin Township from The Energy Cooperative (Resolution 2026-311)
• Approved Ohio’s Next Generation 911 System agreement for up to five years at $17,677.00 (Resolution 2026-312)
• Approved $3,500.00 temporary workspace agreement with Columbia Gas Transmission for parcels on Pipesville and Coshocton Roads (Resolution 2026-313)
• Approved execution of a local jail capital project grant agreement with the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction (Resolution 2026-314)
• Approved advertisement of public notice for bids for the Knox County Water and Wastewater Office Building project (Resolution 2026-315)
• Approved advertisement of public hearing #2 for PY2026 Knox County Community Development Block Grant programs (Resolution 2026-316)

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This meeting is limited to approving bills, transfer of funds, and supplemental appropriations. No other business is scheduled. All other items are upcoming meetings for commissioners.

• Approval of Bill List
• Approval of Bill List - Then and Now

The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved the Bill List for May 14, 2026. They also approved the “Then and Now” Bill List for the same date. Both resolutions passed with the two present commissioners voting yes.

• Approved Bill List (Resolution 2026-307) – result: approved
• Approved Then and Now Bill List (Resolution 2026-308) – result: approved

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The Knox County Board of Commissioners will open bids for the 2026 Annual Resurfacing and Asphalt Patching projects. They will consider resolutions including a donation of a steel storage building to the park district, a consent for surface mining on a parcel at 16364 Millersburg Road, and fund transfers to the Family and Children First Council totaling about $42,616. A liquor permit transfer from Newtons LLC to Grohe Ventures LLC at 70 Columbus Road is also on the agenda.

• Bid opening for Knox County Annual Resurfacing 2026
• Bid opening for Knox County Asphalt Patching Material 2026
• Accept donation of a steel storage building for the Knox County Park District
• Approve written consent for United Aggregates Inc. surface mining on parcel #60-00724.000 at 16364 Millersburg Road, Danville
• Approve transfer of liquor permit from Newtons LLC to Grohe Ventures LLC at 70 Columbus Road, Mount Vernon

The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved a series of resolutions, including a risk assessment for federal funds, a steel storage building donation for the park district, and a 50‑foot consent for surface mining by United Aggregates on 16364 Millersburg Road. Additional approvals covered a mortgage satisfaction for Paula Hashman, three transfers of funds to the Family and Children First Council, and the May 12 bill lists. All listed actions were recorded as approved.

• Approved risk assessment for distribution of federal funds (Resolution 2026-298)
• Accepted donation of steel storage building for park district (Resolution 2026-299)
• Approved 50' consent for surface mining for United Aggregates, 16364 Millersburg Road (Resolution 2026-300)
• Approved satisfaction of mortgage for Paula Hashman, 404 West Rambo Street (Resolution 2026-301)
• Approved transfer of up to $4,999.75 to Family and Children First Council (Resolution 2026-302)
• Approved transfer of up to $15,000.25 to Family and Children First Council (Resolution 2026-303)
• Approved transfer of up to $22,616.27 to Family and Children First Council (Resolution 2026-304)
• Approved Bill List and Then‑and‑Now Bill List dated May 12, 2026 (Resolutions 2026-305, 306)

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The Knox County Board of Commissioners will meet to consider a document management agreement for the Common Pleas Court and a revised procurement plan for the Department of Job and Family Services. The board will also review bill lists and receive a report from the Knox County Park District.

• Document Management Agreement with Modern Office Methods for the Knox County Common Pleas Court Copier
• Knox County Department of Job and Family Services Procurement Plan revised April 30, 2026
• Knox County Park District Update Report
• Approval of Bill List and Bill List - Then and Now

The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved a 60‑month document management agreement with Modern Office Methods for the Common Pleas Court copier at $348 per month. They also approved the revised procurement plan for the Department of Job and Family Services and adopted both the regular and "Then‑and‑Now" bill lists dated May 7, 2026. The minutes from May 5, 2026 were accepted and the County Treasurer’s April 2026 deposit and investment report was received.

• Approved Document Management Agreement with Modern Office Methods for Court copier ($348/month)
• Approved Knox County Department of Job and Family Services Procurement Plan (revised April 30, 2026)
• Approved Bill List dated May 7, 2026
• Approved Then‑and‑Now Bill List dated May 7, 2026
• Accepted minutes from May 5, 2026
• Received Treasurer Depository and Investment Income Report for April 2026 ($159,018.23 total)

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The Knox County Board of Commissioners will consider approving a $88,650.40 contract for trail resurfacing and agreements for summer youth job coaches. The agenda also includes approvals for document management, a public hearing notice, and various bill lists.

• Approve $88,650.40 contract for Kokosing Gap Trail resurfacing
• Approve agreements for Ohio Means Jobs Summer Youth Job Coach positions
• Approve document management agreement with Modern Office Methods
• Approve document destruction services quote from Stericycle, Inc.
• Approve advertisement for public hearing on Title XX Comprehensive Plan

The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved a series of resolutions on May 5, 2026. All items were approved, including agreements for document management, trail resurfacing inspection, public‑hearing advertisement, an adoption services MOU, two youth‑job‑coach contracts, a document‑destruction quote, and the May 5 bill list. No resolutions were denied or tabled.

• Approved Document Management Agreement with Modern Office Methods for Juvenile Court/Probation Copiers ($589.85 monthly, 60‑month lease)
• Approved Agreement with Terracon Consultants, Inc. for construction inspection of Kokosing Gap Trail Resurfacing Project ($88,650.40)
• Approved Advertisement for public hearing on Comprehensive Social Services Plan (Title XX)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding between Northeast Ohio Adoption Services and County Job & Family Services
• Approved Contractor Agreement with Laddy Davis for Ohio Means Jobs Summer Youth Job Coach ($3,300)
• Approved Contractor Agreement with Olivia Crichlow for Ohio Means Jobs Summer Youth Job Coach ($3,300)
• Approved Quote from Stericycle, Inc. for Document Destruction Services ($974.31)
• Approved Bill List dated May 5 2026

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The Knox County Board of Commissioners will hear departmental updates from the Sheriff, EMA, and Job and Family Services before voting on resolutions including electric and natural gas aggregation purchasing programs, a summer youth job coach contract, a Chamber of Commerce MOU, and multiple utility permits for broadband providers. The meeting also includes approval of bill lists and administrative updates.

• Approve CCAO Service Corporation Electric Aggregation Purchasing Program (Exhibit C)
• Approve CCAO Service Corporation Natural Gas Aggregation Purchasing Program (Exhibit D)
• Approve contractor agreement with Rachel Boggs for Ohio Means Jobs Summer Youth Job Coach
• Approve no-cost MOU between Job and Family Services and Knox County Chamber of Commerce
• Approve utility permits from Brightspeed and Mercury Broadband for broadband installations on multiple roads

The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved the County Commissioners Association of Ohio (CCAO) Exhibit C electric aggregation purchasing program and the Exhibit D natural gas aggregation purchasing program. They also approved a contractor agreement for the Ohio Means Jobs summer youth job coach position and a no‑cost MOU with the Knox County Chamber of Commerce. In addition, the Board authorized six utility permits for Brightspeed and Mercury Broadband to install telecommunications services on various township roads.

• Approved CCAO Exhibit C Electric Aggregation Purchasing Program (Resolution 2026-269)
• Approved CCAO Exhibit D Natural Gas Aggregation Purchasing Program (Resolution 2026-270)
• Approved Contractor Agreement for Ohio Means Jobs Summer Youth Job Coach ($3,300) (Resolution 2026-271)
• Approved No‑Cost MOU between Job & Family Services and Knox County Chamber of Commerce (Resolution 2026-272)
• Approved Brightspeed utility permit for Deal Road, Clay Township (Resolution 2026-273)
• Approved Brightspeed utility permit for Cullison and Martinsburg Roads, Clay Township (Resolution 2026-274)
• Approved Mercury Broadband utility permit for Apple Valley Drive, Brown Township (Resolution 2026-275)
• Approved Mercury Broadband utility permit for North Ridge Heights Drive, Brown Township (Resolution 2026-276)

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The Knox County Board of Commissioners will review departmental updates from Transit and Human Resources. The board is deciding on several resolutions, including equipment quotes and a settlement agreement. They will also address the collection of delinquent water and wastewater accounts.

• Quote from Bay Crane Midwest LLC for the Knox County Engineers Office for $27,267.44
• Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation settlement for Kevin L. Williams for $8,200.00
• Certification for Collection of Delinquent Water and Wastewater Accounts for placement upon property taxes
• Approval of Public Information and Warning – Annex C of the Knox County Emergency Operations Plan
• Recognition of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution – Lucy Knox County Chapter

The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved several resolutions, including a settlement payment of $8,200, quotes for engineering projects totaling $27,267.44, and an amendment to the Emergency Operations Plan. They recognized the Lucy Knox County Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution and authorized the certification for collection of delinquent water and wastewater accounts. The board also approved an appropriation adjustment of $103,750, a supplemental appropriation of $2,500,000, and a fund transfer of $2,603,750. All items were recorded as approved.

• Approved $8,200 settlement agreement for Kevin L. Williams (Result: Approved)
• Approved $27,267.44 quotes from Bay Crane Midwest LLC for engineering projects (Result: Approved)
• Approved Annex C Public Information and Warning of the Knox County Emergency Operations Plan (Result: Approved)
• Recognized the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution – Lucy Knox County Chapter (Result: Approved)
• Approved certification for collection of delinquent water and wastewater accounts (Result: Approved)
• Approved appropriation adjustment transferring $103,750 (Result: Approved)
• Approved supplemental appropriation of $2,500,000 into miscellaneous transfers (Result: Approved)
• Approved fund transfer of $2,603,750 from transfers out to transfers in (Result: Approved)

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The Board will consider several resolutions including a request for release of $470,000 in CDBG funds for Danville Waterline Improvements, approval of bids for annual resurfacing, asphalt patching, and a window replacement project, and authorization to purchase a 2026 Chevrolet Traverse for the Juvenile Probation Department. Also on the agenda is recognition of an Eagle Scout and routine approvals of bills and minutes.

• Approve advertisement for bids for Knox County Engineer's Annual Resurfacing 2026
• Approve advertisement for bids for Asphalt Patching Material 2026
• Approve advertisement for bids for window replacement at Developmental Disabilities
• Authorize purchase of 2026 Chevrolet Traverse for Juvenile Probation Department from Fredericktown Chevrolet
• Approve release of $470,000 CDBG grant for Danville Waterline Improvements

The board approved a resolution honoring Drew David Dumbaugh for achieving Eagle Scout. It also approved several advertisements for bids on road resurfacing, asphalt patching, and a window‑replacement project, and authorized the purchase of a Chevrolet Traverse for the juvenile probation department. The board accepted a $470,000 grant request for Danville waterline improvements and approved a rental agreement with Pitney Bowes and a contractor agreement for a youth job‑coach position. Additionally, the board approved the regular bill lists for the meeting.

• Approved resolution recognizing Eagle Scout Drew David Dumbaugh
• Approved advertisement for bids for Engineer's Annual Resurfacing 2026
• Approved advertisement for bids for Engineer's Asphalt Patching Material 2026
• Approved advertisement for bids for Developmental Disabilities Window Replacement Project
• Authorized purchase of 2026 Chevrolet Traverse ($45,193.20) for Juvenile Probation Department
• Approved $470,000 grant for Danville waterline improvements
• Approved rental agreement with Pitney Bowes ($484.43 monthly) for electronic certified mail
• Approved contractor agreement for Ohio Means Jobs summer youth job coach ($4,050.00)

Board of Commissioners

The Knox County Board of Commissioners will vote on several resolutions including a $160,000 contractor agreement with Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging for Adult Protective Services, and an $80,000 subgrant award for the Sheriff's Office Body Worn Camera Program. They will also consider participation in an agricultural easement program for a parcel on Hopewell Road, a utility permit for Monroe Mills Road, and a no-cost MOU with The Freedom Center. Bill lists and supplemental appropriations are also up for approval.

• Authorize participation in Ohio LAEPP for J. Nathan McKee, 39.019 acres at 0 Hopewell Road, Gambier
• Approve $160,000 contractor agreement between Job and Family Services and Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging for Adult Protective Services
• Approve $80,000 subgrant award to Knox County Sheriff's Office for Body Worn Camera Program
• Approve no-cost MOU between Knox County Job and Family Services and The Freedom Center
• Approve utility permit from Licking Rural Electrification for Monroe Mills Road in Howard Township

The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved a supplemental appropriation of $115,000 to the Capital Improvements – Park District account (Resolution 2026-246). The board also approved participation in the Ohio Local Agricultural Easement Purchase Program, a utility permit for Monroe Mills Road, a $160,000 contract for adult protective services, a no‑cost MOU with the Freedom Center, an $80,000 body‑worn camera subgrant, and two bill‑list approvals. All resolutions were adopted with Drenda Keesee as mover and Barry Lester as seconder. No other updates were reported.

• Approved participation in Ohio Local Agricultural Easement Purchase Program (Resolution 2026-241)
• Approved utility permit for Monroe Mills Road, Howard Township (Resolution 2026-242)
• Approved $160,000 contractor agreement for Adult Protective Services (Resolution 2026-243)
• Approved no‑cost MOU between Job & Family Services and The Freedom Center (Resolution 2026-244)
• Approved $80,000 subgrant for Body Worn Camera Program (Resolution 2026-245)
• Approved $115,000 supplemental appropriation for park district capital improvements (Resolution 2026-246)
• Approved Bill List dated April 21 2026 (Resolution 2026-247)
• Approved Then‑and‑Now Bill List dated April 21 2026 (Resolution 2026-248)

Board of Commissioners

The Knox County Board of Commissioners will consider four resolutions, including authorizing the purchase of a 2026 Chevrolet Traverse for $41,761.21 for the Department of Job and Family Services. They will also approve temporary liquor permits for the Knox County Fair (July 26–30 and July 31–August 1, 2026) and final payment of $27,378.85 for the Pleasant Valley Road Bridge Project. Routine approvals of bill lists, transfers, and supplemental appropriations are also on the agenda.

• Authorize $41,761.21 purchase of 2026 Chevrolet Traverse for Job and Family Services from Fredericktown Chevrolet
• Approve temporary liquor permits at Knox County Fair, July 26–30 and July 31–August 1, 2026
• Final payment of $27,378.85 to McConnell Contracting Inc. for Pleasant Valley Road Bridge Project (KNO-TR362-0.12)
• Approval of bill lists and transfer of funds

The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved several items, including a $41,761.21 vehicle purchase for the Department of Job and Family Services and final payment of $27,378.85 to McConnell Contracting for the Pleasant Valley Road Bridge. Temporary liquor permits for the Knox County Fair covering July 26‑30 and July 31‑August 1 were also approved. The Board adopted the Bill List and the Then‑and‑Now Bill List for April 16, 2026.

• Approved $41,761.21 purchase of a 2026 Chevrolet Traverse LT for Job and Family Services
• Approved temporary liquor permit for Knox County Fair, July 26‑30, 2026
• Approved temporary liquor permit for Knox County Fair, July 31‑August 1, 2026
• Approved final payment of $27,378.85 to McConnell Contracting for Pleasant Valley Road Bridge Project
• Approved the Bill List dated April 16, 2026
• Approved the Then‑and‑Now Bill List dated April 16, 2026

Board of Commissioners

The Board will hear departmental updates from IT and the Dog Shelter, then consider several resolutions including a proclamation for National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, acknowledgment of the 911 Dispatcher of the Year, approval of the EMA Emergency Operations Plan, and approval of bid and contract documents for the Kokosing Gap Trail Resurfacing Project. They will also approve bill lists, previous minutes, and note a new liquor permit for Chilitos Fresh Mex and Margaritas at 12220 Anchor Drive in Howard.

• Approve bid and contract documents for the Kokosing Gap Trail Resurfacing Project
• Approve Knox County EMA Emergency Operations Plan revised April 9, 2026
• Proclaim April 12–18 as National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week and acknowledge Cristian Garcia as 911 Dispatcher of the Year
• New liquor permit (Class D5) for Divalessa Inc., Chilitos Fresh Mex and Margaritas, at 12220 Anchor Drive, Howard
• Monthly reports from Knox County IT Department and Dog Shelter

The Board of Knox County Commissioners approved several resolutions, including a $929,941.35 contract to resurface the Kokosing Gap Trail. They also adopted proclamations honoring National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week and the 2025 911 Dispatcher of the Year, and approved the county’s revised Emergency Operations Plan. The commissioners accepted the March meeting minutes and approved the April 14 bill lists.

• Approved proclamation of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week (Resolution 2026-229)
• Approved recognition of Cristian Garcia as 2025 911 Dispatcher of the Year (Resolution 2026-230)
• Approved revised Emergency Operations Plan for Knox County EMA (Resolution 2026-231)
• Approved bid and contract for Kokosing Gap Trail resurfacing ($929,941.35) (Resolution 2026-232)
• Approved Bill List dated April 14, 2026 (Resolution 2026-233)
• Approved Then and Now Bill List dated April 14, 2026 (Resolution 2026-234)
• Approved minutes from March 24 and March 26, 2026
• No other substantive actions were taken

Board of Commissioners

The Board will consider several resolutions, including participation in ODOT road‑salt contracts, a payment draw of $11,100 from the Ohio CDBG grant, and utility and credit‑card processing agreements. They will also review a utility permit for Monroe Mills Road and a grant application for the Heart of Ohio Trail. The meeting includes departmental updates and a request for an access easement in Hilliar Township.

• Approve $11,100 payment draw from Ohio CDBG Critical Infrastructure Grant #25CI-1BM-25CDBG-21.
• Authorize participation in ODOT road‑salt contracts awarded in 2026.
• Approve utility permit for Monroe Mills Road in Howard Township (Knox Energy Cooperative).
• Approve merchant applications for Knox County Clerk of Courts Bridge payment credit‑card processing (Clerk of Courts and Title Office).
• Review request for access easement in Hilliar Township (Chase Cochran and Rodney Newell).

The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved participation in the Ohio DOT road‑salt contract and authorized multiple financial and utility items. They approved an $11,100 draw from the CDBG grant, a gas‑utility permit for Monroe Mills Road, and merchant agreements for credit‑card processing for the Clerk of Courts. They also approved the Park District’s application for a state recreational‑trails grant.

• Approved participation in ODOT road‑salt contract (Resolution 2026‑220)
• Approved $11,100 CDBG grant payment draw (Resolution 2026‑221)
• Approved utility permit for Knox Energy Cooperative gas line on Monroe Mills Road (Resolution 2026‑222)
• Approved merchant application for Clerk of Courts Bridge Payment credit‑card processing (Resolution 2026‑223)
• Approved merchant application for Clerk of Courts Title Office Bridge Payment credit‑card processing (Resolution 2026‑224)
• Approved Park District application for Ohio DNR Recreational Trails grant for Heart of Ohio Trail rehabilitation (Resolution 2026‑225)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will vote on several resolutions, including an annexation of 56.618 acres from Hilliar Township to the Village of Centerburg, three grant applications for the Knox County Sheriff's Office, and annual water/sewer maintenance assessments in the Little Jelloway area. The meeting also includes approval of fund transfers, bills, and minutes from March 19, 2026.

• Approve expedited Type 2 annexation of 56.618 acres (parcel #17-00675.001) from Hilliar Township to the Village of Centerburg, agent Kyle J. Stroh.
• Approve Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Grant Application for the Knox County Sheriff's Office.
• Approve Project Safe Neighborhood Grant Application for the Knox County Sheriff's Office.
• Approve Body Worn Camera Grant Application for the Knox County Sheriff's Office.
• Levy maintenance, repair, and operation assessments for water facilities at $14.00 and sewer facilities at $5.00 for 2027 in the Little Jelloway Area.

The board approved levy assessments of $14 per lot for water and $5 per lot for sewer for 2027, and approved grant applications of $54,750 and $80,000 for the Knox County Sheriff’s Office. It also approved the annexation of 56.618 acres from Hilliar Township to the Village of Centerburg and an appropriation adjustment moving $142,999.46 between accounts.

• Approved water maintenance levy $14 per lot for 2027 (Resolution 2026-212)
• Approved sewer maintenance levy $5 per lot for 2027 (Resolution 2026-213)
• Approved Project Safe Neighborhood grant $54,750 for Sheriff’s Office (Resolution 2026-214)
• Approved Body Worn Camera grant $80,000 for Sheriff’s Office (Resolution 2026-215)
• Approved annexation of 56.618 acres to Centerburg (Resolution 2026-216)
• Approved appropriation adjustment transferring $142,999.46 (Resolution 2026-217)
• Approved Bill List dated April 7, 2026 (Resolution 2026-218)
• Approved Then and Now Bill List dated April 7, 2026 (Resolution 2026-219)

Board of Commissioners

The Knox County Board of Commissioners will consider several approvals, including a bid award for the 2026 Roadside Mowing Program, support letters for multiple City of Mount Vernon brownfield grant applications, and a temporary easement with Columbia Gas Transmission. They will also approve an advertisement for a water infrastructure notice, a fiscal report amendment for a juvenile court grant, and various appropriations and bill lists. The meeting includes departmental updates and acceptance of prior meeting minutes.

• Approve bid award to Quick Mow Inc. for roadside mowing, $131,658.03 (engineer estimate $160,000)
• Approve support letters for City of Mount Vernon brownfield grant applications for properties on South Mechanic St, South Mulberry St, South Main St, and East Chestnut St
• Approve temporary access easement with Columbia Gas Transmission for 0 Coshocton Road, Howard Township
• Approve advertisement in Mount Vernon News for water infrastructure notice
• Approve amendment to fiscal accountability report for Knox County Juvenile Court Grant

The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved an appropriation adjustment moving $1,289,100 from the Auditor's Transfers Out account to the Auditor's Levy Proceeds account. In the same meeting the board also approved a public‑notice advertisement for Danville water improvements, an amendment for the juvenile court grant, a $131,658.03 bid award for the 2026 roadside mowing program, several support letters for Mount Vernon brownfield grant applications, a temporary access easement with Columbia Gas Transmission, and the April 2 bill lists.

• Approved advertisement in the Mount Vernon News for Danville Critical Infrastructure Water Improvements (Resolution 2026‑202)
• Approved amendment form/fiscal accountability report for the Knox County Juvenile Court Grant Agreement (Resolution 2026‑203)
• Approved bid award to Quick Mow Inc. for the 2026 roadside mowing program – $131,658.03 (Resolution 2026‑204)
• Approved support letter for Mount Vernon Brownfield Grant – 311 South Mechanic Street (Resolution 2026‑205)
• Approved support letter for Mount Vernon Brownfield Grant – 311 South Mulberry, 321 & 401 South Main Streets (Resolution 2026‑206)
• Approved support letter for Mount Vernon Brownfield Grant – 6 East Chestnut Street (Resolution 2026‑207)
• Approved temporary access easement with Columbia Gas Transmission for 0 Coshocton Road, Howard Township (Resolution 2026‑208)
• Approved appropriation adjustment transferring $1,289,100 between auditor accounts (Resolution 2026‑209)

Board of Commissioners

The Knox County Board of Commissioners will meet to vote on several resolutions, including a land annexation and a workers' compensation agreement. The board will also review bill lists and previous meeting minutes.

• Annexation of 56.618 acres from Hilliar Township to the Village of Centerburg (Parcel #17-00675.001)
• CCAO Workers' Compensation Group Retrospective Rating Plan Agreement for 2027
• LPA Federal Local-let Project Agreement Amendment between Knox County Engineers and ODOT
• Approval of Bill List and Bill List - Then and Now

The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved the amendment to the LPA Federal Local‑Let Project Agreement for the Cooke Road Bridge. They also approved the County Commissioners Association of Ohio workers’ compensation rating plan for 2027 and adopted the March 26 bill lists. A proposed annexation of 56.618 acres from Hilliar Township to Centerburg was tabled for later review.

• Approved amendment to LPA Federal Local‑Let Project Agreement for Cooke Road Bridge (approved)
• Approved CCAO Workers' Compensation Group Retrospective Rating Plan for 2027 (approved)
• Approved March 26, 2026 Bill List (approved)
• Approved March 26, 2026 Then and Now Bill List (approved)
• Tabled Expedited Type 2 Annexation of 56.618 acres from Hilliar Township to Centerburg (tabled)

Board of Commissioners

The Knox County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing for the PY2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. They will also consider resolutions to advertise summer job coach positions for Job and Family Services, authorize Jason Booth and Jeff Pickrell as signing agents for an Ohio Water Development Authority loan, and approve an auction contract with Jagger Auctioneers for the county engineer. The meeting includes approval of transfer of funds and bill lists.

• Public hearing for PY2026 Knox County Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program
• Authorize Jason Booth (County Administrator) and Jeff Pickrell (Water & Wastewater Director) as signing agents for OWDA loan program
• Approve auction contract with Jagger Auctioneers for the Knox County Engineer
• Approve advertisement for summer job coach positions for Knox County Department of Job and Family Services
• Approve bill lists (including Then and Now)

The board approved five resolutions covering a public notice for summer job coach positions, authorizing signing agents for the Ohio Water Development Authority loan program, an auction contract for the engineer's office, and two bill lists. No other substantive actions were taken beyond the public hearing on CDBG programs. All resolutions were adopted with a result of APPROVED.

• Approved Resolution 2026-193 to advertise public notice for Summer Job Coach positions (Approved)
• Approved Resolution 2026-194 authorizing Jason Booth and Jeff Pickrell as signing agents for OWDA loan program (Approved)
• Approved Resolution 2026-195 auction contract with Jagger Auctioneers for the Engineer's Office (Approved)
• Approved Resolution 2026-196 Bill List dated March 24, 2026 (Approved)
• Approved Resolution 2026-197 Then and Now Bill List dated March 24, 2026 (Approved)

Board of Commissioners

The Board will consider five resolutions, including advertising for professional services for the Kokosing Gap Trail resurfacing, a support letter for Mount Vernon community project funding, a contract with Awesome Family Entertainment LLC for a workforce event, a waste management proposal from Republic Services, and a temporary access easement with Columbia Gas for Pipesville Road. Also up for approval are routine bill lists.

• Approve advertisement for professional services for Kokosing Gap Trail Resurfacing
• Approve support letter for City of Mount Vernon's Community Project Funding request
• Contract between Knox County JFS and Awesome Family Entertainment LLC for tables/tents at Ohiomeansjobs Workforce Event
• Proposal from Republic Services for waste management at various county offices
• Temporary access easement with Columbia Gas Transmission for Pipesville Road, Howard, parcel #21-50008.000

The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved several resolutions, including an advertisement for the Kokosing Gap Trail resurfacing and a support letter for Mount Vernon’s Adaptive Treatment Enhancement project. They also approved contracts for the Ohiomeansjobs workforce event, waste‑management services, and a temporary access easement with Columbia Gas Transmission for Pipesville Road. Additionally, the board adopted the March 19, 2026 Bill List and the Then‑and‑Now Bill List.

• Approved advertisement for professional services for Kokosing Gap Trail resurfacing
• Approved support letter for City of Mount Vernon’s MVATE project
• Approved contract with Awesome Family Entertainment LLC for tables and tents for Ohiomeansjobs Workforce Event
• Approved Republic Services proposals for waste‑management services for county offices
• Approved temporary access easement with Columbia Gas Transmission, LLC for Pipesville Road, Howard Township
• Approved Bill List dated March 19, 2026
• Approved Then and Now Bill List dated March 19, 2026

Board of Commissioners

The Knox County Board of Commissioners will open bids for the 2026 roadside mowing program and vote on numerous resolutions, including an IT services contract with the Village of Gambier, a workforce development sub-grant, a utility permit for a gas line on Dennis Church Road, a support letter for an airport maintenance facility, and fourteen senior levy agreements with local organizations. They will also approve fund transfers and bills.

• Bid opening for Knox County Engineer 2026 Roadside Mowing Program
• Approve Independent Contractor Agreement for IT Services with Village of Gambier
• Approve Sub-Grant Agreement for workforce development with Greater Ohio Workforce Board, Inc.
• Approve support letter for Knox County Airport Authority's Aviation Maintenance Facility CDS application
• Approve multiple senior levy agreements with organizations including Bladensburg, Center of Hope, Centerburg, Fredericktown, and others

The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved a series of senior service levy agreements with amounts between $10,000 and $580,000. It also approved an independent contractor agreement for IT services with the Village of Gambier, a sub‑grant with the Greater Ohio Workforce Board, a utility permit for Dennis Church Road, and a support letter for an aviation maintenance facility at the county airport. The Bill List and the Then‑and‑Now Bill List were each approved, and the minutes from March 3, 2026 were accepted.

• Approved Independent Contractor Agreement for IT services with Village of Gambier (hourly rate $100)
• Approved Sub‑Grant Agreement with Greater Ohio Workforce Board for 2026‑2028 workforce services
• Approved Utility Permit from Ohio Cumberland Gas for Dennis Church Road in Jackson Township
• Approved Support Letter for Knox County Airport Authority aviation maintenance facility construction
• Approved ten senior service levy agreements ranging from $10,000 to $580,000
• Approved Bill List dated March 17, 2026
• Approved Then‑and‑Now Bill List dated March 17, 2026
• Accepted minutes from March 3, 2026

Board of Commissioners

The board will consider several resolutions, including approving salt brine applications from United Aggregates for dust control and frozen stockpiles, awarding a $929,941.35 bid to Small’s Asphalt Paving, Inc. for the Kokosing Gap Trail Resurfacing, distributing Senior Levy Funds for 2026, and approving an independent contractor agreement for IT services for Knox Public Health. They will also receive an update from Knox County 911 and handle routine financial transfers.

• Approve Salt Brine Application from United Aggregates, Inc., Mount Vernon (14220 Parrott Street)
• Approve Salt Brine Application from United Aggregates, Inc., Danville (16364 Millersburg Road)
• Approve Bid Award for Knox County Kokosing Gap Trail Resurfacing to Small’s Asphalt Paving, Inc. for $929,941.35
• Approve Distribution of Senior Levy Funds for 2026
• Approve Independent Contractor Agreement for Information and Technology Services for Knox Public Health

The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved the 2026 senior‑levy fund allocations totaling $1,241,500 for various community services. They also approved salt‑brine applications for United Aggregates in Mount Vernon and Danville, awarded the $929,941.35 bid for the Kokosing Gap Trail resurfacing, and adopted contracts for IT services, an electric service amendment, and a social‑media RFP. Additional approvals included a support letter for an aviation‑maintenance facility at the Knox County Airport and the meeting’s bill lists.

• Approved salt‑brine application for United Aggregates, 14220 Parrott St, Mount Vernon (Resolution 2026‑160)
• Approved salt‑brine application for United Aggregates, 16364 Millersburg Rd, Danville (Resolution 2026‑161)
• Approved bid award for Kokosing Gap Trail resurfacing to Small’s Asphalt Paving, $929,941.35 (Resolution 2026‑162)
• Approved 2026 senior levy fund distribution totaling $1,241,500 (Resolution 2026‑163)
• Approved Independent Contractor Agreement for IT services for Knox Public Health (Resolution 2026‑164)
• Approved advertisement for Request for Quotes for social‑media platform management (Resolution 2026‑165)
• Approved Electric Service Agreement amendment for Knox Public Health (Resolution 2026‑166)
• Approved support letter for Knox County Airport Authority aviation‑maintenance facility (Resolution 2026‑167)

Board of Commissioners

The Knox County Board of Commissioners will review funding for a Community Development Block Grant project and IT service agreements. The board will also consider participation in a state agricultural easement program and a land annexation.

• Quotation from Midstates Recreation for Village of Danville Parks and Recreation playground equipment
• Participation in the Ohio Local Agricultural Easement Purchase Program (LAEPP)
• IT services contractor agreements with the Village of Fredericktown and Fredericktown EMS
• Type 2 Annexation of 56.618 acres (Parcel no. 17-00675.001) from Hilliar Township to the Village of Centerburg
• Senior Levy Committee review and recommendations for funding

The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved several resolutions, including participation in the Ohio Local Agricultural Easement Purchase Program for two parcels totaling 127.771 acres. They also approved a $47,623 quote for Danville playground equipment, independent contractor agreements for IT services with the Village of Fredericktown and Fredericktown EMS at $100 per hour, and a waiver of a $16.83 hotel‑motel tax penalty for Axe Throwing, LLC. Additionally, the board approved the March 10, 2026 Bill List and the Then and Now Bill List, and received a petition to annex 56.618 acres into the Village of Centerburg for future review.

• Approved participation in Ohio LAEPP easement purchase for 127.771 acres
• Approved $47,623 quote from Midstates Recreation for Danville playground equipment (CDBG)
• Approved independent contractor agreement for IT services with Village of Fredericktown ($100/hr, 1‑yr)
• Approved independent contractor agreement for IT services with Fredericktown EMS ($100/hr, 1‑yr)
• Approved waiver of $16.83 hotel‑motel tax penalty for Axe Throwing, LLC
• Approved the March 10, 2026 Bill List
• Approved the Then and Now Bill List dated March 10, 2026
• Received petition to annex 56.618 acres to Village of Centerburg (to be reviewed)

Board of Commissioners

The Board will open bids for the Kokosing Gap Trail resurfacing project, hear presentations from Knox Public Health and Knox Soil & Water Conservation District, and consider three resolutions: a support letter for a Heart of Ohio Trail capital grant, and two utility permits for Columbia Gas on Green Valley Road and McLarnan Road. The agenda also includes approval of bill lists and county administrator updates.

• Bid opening for Kokosing Gap Trail resurfacing
• Approve support letter for Heart of Ohio Trail capital grant to Representative Lear and Senator Brenner
• Approve utility permit from Columbia Gas of Ohio for Green Valley Road in Morris Township
• Approve utility permit from Columbia Gas of Ohio for McLarnan Road (Union Street) in Clay Township
• Approve bill list and then-and-now bill list

The commissioners approved five resolutions: a support letter for a Heart of Ohio Trail grant, two Columbia Gas utility permits for Green Valley Road and McLarnan Road, and the Bill List and Then‑and‑Now Bill List. The bid opening for the Kokosing Gap Trail resurfacing was noted, but no award was made. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved support letter for Heart of Ohio Trail grant (Resolution 2026-148)
• Approved Columbia Gas utility permit for 11595 Green Valley Road, Morris Twp (Resolution 2026-149)
• Approved Columbia Gas utility permit for 4010 McLarnan Road, Clay Twp (Resolution 2026-150)
• Approved the Bill List dated March 5, 2026 (Resolution 2026-151)
• Approved the Then and Now Bill List dated March 5, 2026 (Resolution 2026-152)

Board of Commissioners

The Knox County Board of Commissioners will appoint Mallory Poole as Clerk/Administrative Assistant and Penny Doyle as Deputy Clerk, effective March 3. The board also plans to authorize the County Administrator to delegate approval authority to Penny Doyle and Robin Santo for specific administrative matters.

• Appoint Mallory Poole as Clerk/Administrative Assistant
• Appoint Penny Doyle as Deputy Clerk
• Authorize delegation of approval to Penny Doyle
• Authorize delegation of approval to Robin Santo
• Approve Utility Permit from Brightspeed for McLarnan Road and Henpeck Road

The board approved several personnel appointments, delegated approval authority to staff, reappointed Ben May to the Ohio Children’s Trust Fund council, and granted Brightspeed a utility permit for McLarnan and Henpeck Roads. It also approved the March 3 bill lists and accepted prior meeting minutes. No vote tallies were recorded.

• Approved appointment of Mallory Poole as Clerk/Administrative Assistant
• Approved appointment of Penny Doyle as Deputy Clerk
• Approved delegation of approval authority to Penny Doyle for matters $100,000 and under
• Approved delegation of approval authority to Robin Santo for payroll and HR matters
• Approved reappointment of Ben May as Knox County Representative to the Ohio Children’s Trust Fund Regional Council
• Approved Brightspeed utility permit for McLarnan Road and Henpeck Road in Clay Township
• Approved the Bill List dated March 3, 2026
• Approved the Then and Now Bill List dated March 3, 2026

Board of Commissioners

The Knox County Board of Commissioners will hear departmental updates from the Sheriff and Job & Family Services, then vote on a series of resolutions. Key decisions include approving the 2026 investment policy, certifying delinquent water/wastewater accounts for property tax placement, and awarding a $159,156 box culvert contract to USA Precast. Multiple utility permits for Brightspeed and Mercury Broadband are also on the agenda.

• Bid award of $159,156 to USA Precast for the Engineer's Box Culverts 2026 project
• Approval of the Knox County Treasurer 2026 Investment Policy
• Certification for collection of delinquent water and wastewater accounts via property taxes
• Utility permits from Brightspeed for nine locations on roads such as Cullison, Upper Fredericktown, and Knox Lake Road
• Utility permit from Mercury Broadband for Danville Amity Road in Pike and Brown Townships

The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved several resolutions, including the Treasurer's 2026 Investment Policy, certification for collection of delinquent water and wastewater accounts, and an advertisement for bids on the 2026 roadside mowing program. They also approved a $159,156 bid award to USA Precast for box culverts and multiple Brightspeed utility permits for telecommunications work on county roads. All listed items were adopted without recorded vote counts.

• Approved Knox County Treasurer 2026 Investment Policy
• Approved certification for collection of delinquent water and wastewater accounts
• Approved advertisement for public notice for bids for the 2026 roadside mowing program
• Approved bid award to USA Precast for box culverts 2026 ($159,156)
• Approved Brightspeed utility permit for Upper Fredericktown Road in Morris Township
• Approved Brightspeed utility permit for Montgomery Road in Morris Township
• Approved Brightspeed utility permit for Old Mansfield Road in Morris and Berlin Townships
• Approved Brightspeed utility permit for Knox Lake Road in Berlin Township

Board of Commissioners

The Board will consider several resolutions, including approving advertisements for public hearings on salt‑brine applications, a $2,574,508 contract with Modern Builders for the Business Center‑Transit Facility project, and a $300,000 grant agreement for the Danville Water Facility improvement. Additional items include support letters for park trail funding and a PET/CT mobile unit, multiple document‑management agreements, and several force‑account approvals for culvert and concrete box replacements.

• Approve Contractor Agreement with Modern Builders, Inc. for the Knox County Business Center – Knox County Transit Facility Project ($2,574,508).
• Approve Grant Agreement for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) for Danville Water Facility Improvement ($300,000).
• Approve Sales Order for a 2016 BOMAG Used Asphalt Paver ($131,170).
• Approve Change Order No. 2 – Final for Pleasant Valley Road Bridge Replacement (increase $10,630.06).
• Approve multiple force‑account authorizations for culvert and concrete box replacements across several townships.

The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved a contractor agreement with Modern Builders, Inc. for the Knox County Business Center – Transit Facility Project ($2,574,508). It also approved a $300,000 Community Development Block Grant for the Danville Water Facility Improvement Project, advertisements for two United Aggregates salt‑brine public hearings, and several support letters for park trails and a hospital PET/CT mobile unit. Additional approvals included a copier lease for the Treasurer’s office and a purchase of a used asphalt paver.

• Approved contractor agreement with Modern Builders, Inc. for transit facility project ($2,574,508)
• Approved CDBG grant agreement for Danville Water Facility Improvement Project ($300,000)
• Approved advertisement for public hearing on United Aggregates salt‑brine application, 14220 Parrott Street
• Approved advertisement for public hearing on United Aggregates salt‑brine application, 16364 Millersburg Road
• Approved support letter to Ohio DNR for Knox County Park District recreational trails program
• Approved support letter to Senator Moreno for Knox Community Hospital PET/CT mobile unit funding
• Approved document management lease for Knox County Treasurer copier ($206/month, 60 months)
• Approved sales order for 2016 BOMAG used asphalt paver ($131,170)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a regular session on February 12, 2026, to consider several resolutions and receive departmental updates. Key actions include approving a $65,714 contract for the Village of Danville Memorial Park Improvement Project, authorizing the purchase of a Polaris Ranger for Water and Wastewater, and advertising bids for the Kokosing Gap Trail Resurfacing Project. Routine approvals of bills and fund transfers are also scheduled.

• Approve $65,714 contract with Albatross Management for Village of Danville Memorial Park Improvement Project (CDBG Grant)
• Authorize purchase of 2026 Polaris Ranger 1000 Premium Cab with plow from Valley ATV LLC for Water and Wastewater Department
• Approve advertisement of public notice for bids for Kokosing Gap Trail Resurfacing Project
• Approve utility permit from American Electric Power for Magers Road in Howard Township
• Receive monthly reports from Knox County 911, Litter and Recycling, and Veteran Services

The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved a $65,714 contract with Albatross Management for the Village of Danville Memorial Park improvement project. They also authorized the purchase of a Polaris Ranger vehicle for the Water and Wastewater Department, approved a public notice for Kokosing Gap Trail resurfacing bids, and granted an AEP utility permit for Magers Road. In addition, the board approved both the regular and the "Then and Now" bill lists for February 12, 2026.

• Approved $65,714 contract with Albatross Management for Danville Memorial Park improvement (Resolution 2026-89)
• Approved purchase of Polaris Ranger 1000 Premium Cab with plow for $18,948 (net after $6,000 trade) for Water and Wastewater Department (Resolution 2026-90)
• Approved advertisement of public notice for bids for Kokosing Gap Trail resurfacing (Resolution 2026-91)
• Approved utility permit from American Electric Power for Magers Road in Howard Township (Resolution 2026-92)
• Approved Bill List dated February 12, 2026 (Resolution 2026-93)
• Approved Then and Now Bill List dated February 12, 2026 (Resolution 2026-94)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the administration of CHIP, CDBG, and Home grants. The meeting includes departmental updates from I.T. and a discussion regarding 988 with Kasey Bisch.

• Proposed hiring of Community Development Consultants of Ohio, Inc. (CDC of Ohio, Inc.) for CHIP, CDBG, and Home Grants administration
• Approval of Bill List and Bill List - Then and Now
• Review of Knox County I.T. Department Monthly Report for February 2026
• Review of Knox County Sheriff Food Cost Per Meal and Inmate Reports for January 2026

The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved hiring Community Development Consultants of Ohio, Inc. to manage the county's community development block grants. It also approved the regular Bill List and the Then‑and‑Now Bill List for February 10 2026. The board approved the minutes from the February 3 and February 5 meetings. No other actions were taken.

• Approved hiring of Community Development Consultants of Ohio, Inc. (Resolution 2026‑86)
• Approved Bill List dated February 10 2026 (Resolution 2026‑87)
• Approved Then‑and‑Now Bill List dated February 10 2026 (Resolution 2026‑88)
• Approved acceptance of minutes from February 3 2026 and February 5 2026

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The Board of Commissioners will review a bid award for a new transit facility and a payment request for park improvements in Danville. The meeting also includes update reports from the Knox County Park District and Knox County Transit.

• Bid award for Knox County Business Center - Knox County Transit Facility to Modern Builders, Inc. for $2,574,508.00
• Payment draw of $8,800.00 to CDC of Ohio, Inc. for Danville Park Improvements (CDBG Grant #B-F-24-1BM-1)
• Resolution to delegate authority to the County Administrator for certain administrative matters
• Approval of Bill Lists

The commissioners approved a $2,574,508 contract award to Modern Builders for the Knox County Business Center‑Transit Facility. They also approved an $8,800 state grant payment for Danville Park improvements, delegated specific contracting and financial authority to the County Administrator, and adopted both the Bill List and the Then‑and‑Now Bill List for February 5. All resolutions were adopted unanimously.

• Approved $2,574,508 bid award for Knox County Business Center‑Transit Facility (Resolution 2026‑81)
• Approved $8,800 payment draw for Danville Park improvements (Resolution 2026‑82)
• Approved delegation of authority to County Administrator for contracts up to $25,000 and financial actions up to $100,000 (Resolution 2026‑83)
• Approved Bill List dated February 5, 2026 (Resolution 2026‑84)
• Approved Then‑and‑Now Bill List dated February 5, 2026 (Resolution 2026‑85)

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The Board of Commissioners will open bids for the Knox County Business Center and Knox County Transit. The body is also considering resolutions regarding community development grants, prosecutor's office reporting, and highway system certification.

• Bid opening for Knox County Business Center/Knox County Transit
• Public hearing advertisement for PY 2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Programs
• Knox County Prosecutor's Office Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification Report
• ODOT 2025 County Highway System Mileage Certification
• Ohio Department of Children and Youth Grant Agreement for the Department of Job and Family Services

The commissioners opened bids for the Knox County Business Center/Transit Facility but did not award a contract. They approved eight resolutions covering a public hearing advertisement, the prosecutor's equitable sharing agreement, the Ohio DOT mileage certification, a children and youth grant amendment, and two bill lists. The board also entered and later exited an executive session on a pre‑audit conference. All listed actions were recorded as approved.

• Approved advertisement in the Mount Vernon News for CDBG public hearing #1
• Approved Knox County Prosecutor's Office equitable sharing agreement
• Approved Ohio DOT 2025 County Highway System mileage certification (399.610 miles)
• Approved Ohio Department of Children and Youth Grant Amendment 1 for DFJS
• Approved Bill List dated February 3 2026
• Approved Then and Now Bill List dated February 3 2026
• Entered executive session at 10:31 AM on pre‑audit conference (approved)
• Exited executive session at 11:15 AM (no action taken, approved)

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The Knox County Board of Commissioners will review several infrastructure contracts and easement grants. The body is also deciding on a road vacation petition and an appointment to the Airport Authority Board.

• Contract with Oglesby Construction, Inc. for 2026 pavement markings for $103,661.80
• Agreement with Jamison Well Drilling, Inc. for Water and Wastewater Well #7 for $93,590.00
• Proposal from Burgess and Niple, Inc. for bridge inspections of 16 bridges for $13,300.00
• Petition to vacate a portion of Bat Nest Road in Union Township
• Sewer easement grants for Coshocton Road parcels involving Timycha Santmyer Holdings LLC and Apple Valley Storage LLC

The Knox County Board of Commissioners denied Union Township's petition to vacate a section of Bat Nest Road. The board also approved several sewer easements, a utility permit, bridge inspection services, pavement marking contracts, a water well contract, and a supplemental appropriation of $104,657.38. Additionally, Michael Medors was appointed to the Knox County Airport Authority Board.

• Denied petition to vacate portion of Bat Nest Road (Resolution 2026-61)
• Approved sewer easement with Timycha Santmyer Holdings LLC (Resolution 2026-62)
• Approved sewer easement with Apple Valley Storage LLC (Resolution 2026-63)
• Appointed Michael Medors to Knox County Airport Authority Board (Resolution 2026-64)
• Approved utility permit for Licking Rural Electrification on Danville Amity Road (Resolution 2026-65)
• Approved $13,300 contract for annual bridge inspections (Resolution 2026-66)
• Approved $103,661.80 contract for 2026 pavement markings with Oglesby Construction (Resolution 2026-67)
• Approved supplemental appropriation of $104,657.38 to Contract Services account (Resolution 2026-70)

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The Board of Commissioners will review resolutions regarding pest control and board memberships. The meeting includes departmental updates from Transit and Human Resources and the approval of bill lists.

• Acknowledgement Letter for aerial application of insect control materials for Spongy Moth in Spring 2026
• Appointment of Steve Thompson to the Volunteer Senior Levy Advisory Board (SLAB)
• Appointment of Dave Bouchard to the Volunteer Senior Levy Advisory Board (SLAB)
• Public Employment Risk Reduction Program (PERRP) Summary of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses Report for 2025
• Approval of Bill List and Bill List - Then and Now

The Board accepted the minutes from the January 22 meeting. It approved the acknowledgement letter for the aerial application of spongy moth insect control. The Board appointed Steve Thompson and Dave Bouchard to the Volunteer Senior Levy Advisory Board. It also approved the 2025 PERRP injury report and two bill lists.

• Accepted minutes from Jan. 22, 2026 (Approved)
• Approved spongy moth aerial application acknowledgement letter (Approved)
• Appointed Steve Thompson to the Volunteer Senior Levy Advisory Board (Approved)
• Appointed Dave Bouchard to the Volunteer Senior Levy Advisory Board (Approved)
• Approved 2025 PERRP work‑related injuries and illnesses report (Approved)
• Approved Bill List dated Jan. 27, 2026 (Approved)
• Approved Then and Now Bill List dated Jan. 27, 2026 (Approved)

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The Knox County Board of Commissioners will vote to approve several items, including an advertisement for bids for the 2026 Knox County Engineer box culverts and a $136,286.06 payment to Law General Contracting, Inc. for the Danville Amity Road Project (KNO-CR 14-11.13 PID 115809). They will also consider a utility permit for Mercury Broadband’s 10.025‑foot underground fiber-optic line on Butler Road in Pike Township, and motions to appropriate, transfer, and list county funds and bills.

• Approve advertisement for bids for Knox County Engineer – Box Culverts 2026
• Approve Contractor's Application for Payment No. 6 to Law General Contracting, Inc., $136,286.06 for Danville Amity Road Project (KNO-CR 14‑11.13 PID 115809)
• Approve utility permit for Mercury Broadband’s 10.025' underground fiber‑optic line on Butler Road, Pike Township
• Approve appropriation of supplemental funds
• Approve fund transfer and adoption of bill lists

The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved a series of resolutions, including an advertisement for box‑culvert bids, a payment to Law General Contracting for the Danville Amity Road project, and a utility permit for underground fiber on Butler Road. They also approved supplemental appropriations totaling $274,854.22 for various county accounts and completed a $49,107 fund transfer. All listed resolutions were adopted without recorded vote tallies.

• Approved advertisement for Knox County Box Culverts bids (Resolution 2026-45)
• Approved payment of $136,286.06 to Law General Contracting for Danville Amity Road (Resolution 2026-46)
• Approved utility permit for Mercury Broadband underground fiber on Butler Road (Resolution 2026-47)
• Approved supplemental appropriation of $48,137.70 to Refunds – Common Pleas Court (Resolution 2026-48)
• Approved supplemental appropriation of $145,281.52 to Refunds (Resolution 2026-49)
• Approved supplemental appropriation of $81,328.00 to Training – Sheriff (Resolution 2026-50)
• Approved fund transfer of $49,107.00 from account 101.1501.50601 to 103.1100.41100 (Resolution 2026-52)
• Approved Bill List dated January 22, 2026 (Resolution 2026-53)

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The Board of Commissioners will review several bid awards for county equipment and infrastructure projects. The meeting also includes decisions on property tax exemptions, utility permits, and a farm lease for 2026.

• Bid award for County Highway Used Asphalt Paver to Southeastern Equipment Co., Inc. for $131,170.00
• Bid award for Water and Wastewater District No. 1 Well #7 Development to Jamison Well Drilling, Inc. for $93,590.00
• Bid award for Village of Danville Memorial Park Improvements to Albatross Management, LLC for $65,714.00
• Real property tax exemption applications for 501 West Chestnut Street and 22000 Coshocton Road
• Farm lease approval with Three Springs Family Farms, LLC for 2026

The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved a series of resolutions covering easements, tax exemptions, a landfill certification, a farm lease, a warranty deed, a community development grant award, and several Columbia Gas utility permits. All items were recorded as APPROVED. No votes were tallied in the minutes.

• Approved Delco Water Company right-of-way easement for 9.38 acres (Resolution 2026-29)
• Approved real property tax exemption for 501 West Chestnut Street, Lot 3 (Resolution 2026-30)
• Approved real property tax exemption for 22000 Coshocton Road (Resolution 2026-31)
• Approved certification statement for the closed landfill and transfer facility (Resolution 2026-32)
• Approved farm lease with Three Springs Family Farms, LLC for approx. 6 acres (Resolution 2026-33)
• Approved general warranty deed for part of Parcel #66-00814.000, 17602 Coshocton Road (Resolution 2026-34)
• Approved CDBG bid award for Danville Memorial Park improvements to Albatross Management, LLC, $65,714 (Resolution 2026-35)
• Approved Columbia Gas utility permits for 78, 80, and 107 Columbus Road in Clinton Township (Resolutions 2026-40, 2026-41, 2026-42)

Board of Commissioners

The Knox County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a petition to vacate part of Bat Nest Road in Union Township. The board will receive monthly reports from the IT Department and the 911 Dispatch Center. Resolutions include approving a public notice for a substitute teacher contract with the Department of Job and Family Services and appointing Julia Greenich‑Suggs as the county designee to the Mid Ohio Regional Planning Commission. The commissioners will also approve appropriations, supplemental appropriations, and bill lists, and accept several previous meeting minutes.

• Public hearing for petition to vacate a portion of Bat Nest Road (Union Township)
• Approve public notice for Job and Family Services substitute teacher contract
• Appoint Julia Greenich‑Suggs as designee to the Mid Ohio Regional Planning Commission
• Approve appropriation of funds and supplemental appropriations
• Approve bill list(s) for the upcoming fiscal period

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review and vote on the 2026 Non-General Fund Operating Budget. The session includes approvals for legal counsel, tax fund releases, and road project disbursements.

• Approval of Non-General Fund Operating Budget for 2026
• Employment of Kelley A. Gorry of Rich & Gillis Law Group as legal counsel for Board of Revision appeals
• Release of $19,933.44 in permissive tax funds to the Village of Fredericktown
• OPWC disbursements of $38,063.67 for Mishey Road Resurfacing
• Bid openings for Water and Wastewater Well #7 Development and a used asphalt paver

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