Knox County, OH

Board of Commissioners

The Knox County Board of Commissioners will meet to review utility permits and a recycling agreement. The board will also handle fund transfers, supplemental appropriations, and bill payments.

• Recycling Agreement with Village of Centerburg for bins at 80 Miller Street
• Utility Permit from Licking Rural Electric for Hazel Dell Road in Butler Township
• Utility Permit from The Energy Cooperative for Paige Road in Monroe Township
• Bid opening for Knox County Emergency Management Agency Jersey Barriers
• Notice regarding renewal of a Retail Liquor Permit

Board of Commissioners

The Knox County Board of Commissioners will discuss departmental updates from Job and Family Services and Mobility Management. The board is scheduled to consider several resolutions, including a transit plan and a legal services contract.

• Coordinated Public Transit Human Services Transportation Plan for 2026-2031
• VOCA and SVAA Grant Award and Acceptance Form for 2026/2027
• $7,300.80 quote from Bay Crane Midwest LLC. for the County Engineer's Office
• $102,000.00 Inter Agency Contractor Agreement with Welch Legal Services, LLC.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is holding a session focused exclusively on bills and financials. There is no regular session scheduled for this date.

• Approval of Transfer of Funds
• Supplemental Appropriations
• Approval of Bill List
• Approval of Bill List - Then and Now

The Board of Knox County Commissioners held a session to sign bills. The board approved the standard bill list and the 'Then and Now' bill list for October 13, 2026. No regular session was held.

• Approved bill list dated October 13, 2026 (2-0)
• Approved 'Then and Now' bill list dated October 13, 2026 (2-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Knox County Board of Commissioners will review a monthly report from Knox County 911 and consider several resolutions. The board is deciding on final payments for a road markings project and utility permits for New Delaware Road.

• Final payment of $103,215.40 to Oglesby Construction, Inc. for Pavement Markings Project (PID 113992)
• Change Order No. 1 for a decrease of $446.40 for Pavement Markings Project (PID 113992)
• Utility Permit from Clinton Township Sewer for 12940 New Delaware Road
• Utility Permit from Columbia Gas of Ohio for 13170 New Delaware Road

Board of Commissioners

The Knox County Board of Commissioners will meet to review a community development grant contract and a request for proposals for emergency barriers. The board will also consider a utility permit for Mishey Road and review departmental updates from Knox County I.T.

• PY2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) contract with CDC of Ohio, Inc.
• Request for Proposals for Jersey Barriers for the Knox County Emergency Management Agency/Homeland Security
• Utility Permit from Licking Rural Electric for Mishey Road in Berlin Township
• Knox County Sheriff's Office Food Cost Per Meal Report for September 2026

The Board approved a contract with CDC of Ohio, Inc. for community development and neighborhood revitalization. They also authorized a request for proposals for emergency management jersey barriers and a utility permit for Mishey Road. The board approved the current and 'Then and Now' bill lists.

• Approved $81,200 CDBG contract with CDC of Ohio, Inc. (3-0)
• Approved RFP advertisement for EMA/Homeland Security jersey barriers (3-0)
• Approved Licking Rural Electric utility permit for Mishey Road (3-0)
• Approved Bill List dated October 6, 2026 (3-0)
• Approved Then and Now Bill List dated October 6, 2026 (3-0)
• Approved minutes from October 1, 2026

Board of Commissioners

The Knox County Board of Commissioners meets October 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM at 117 East High Street in Mount Vernon. The board is set to act on five resolutions, including rescinding and replacing a September 3, 2026 resolution to approve expedited Type 2 annexation of 1.519 acres of county-owned property at 17635 Coshocton Road from Monroe Township into the City of Mount Vernon. Other items include two payments tied to the Village of Danville, a juvenile court monitoring agreement, and the Sheriff's 2025 annual report. The agenda also lists administrator and committee updates, a departmental comment period, and public comment if requested.

• Rescind and replace Resolution 2026-533 to approve expedited Type 2 annexation of 1.519 acres from Monroe Township to the City of Mount Vernon (Parcel #49-00510.000, 17635 Coshocton Road)
• Approve CDBG Draw Request Number 2 of $10,400.00 for the Village of Danville Water System Improvements Project (Grant # B-X-25-1BM-1)
• Authorize release of $13,091.95 in permissive auto tax funds to the Village of Danville for 2026 road improvements, as recommended by County Engineer Cameron Keaton
• Approve a Memorandum of Understanding between Knox County Juvenile Court and Peachtree Monitoring for GPS tracking, curfew, house arrest, and alcohol monitoring
• Approve the Knox County Sheriff's Office Annual Report for 2025

The Board approved the annexation of county-owned property from Monroe Township to the City of Mount Vernon. Other actions included funding for Danville water and road projects and several service contracts for county agencies.

• Approved annexation of 1.519 acres from Monroe Township to City of Mount Vernon
• Approved $10,400 draw request for Village of Danville water system improvements
• Authorized $13,091.95 in permissive auto tax funds for Village of Danville road improvements
• Approved MOU between Knox County Juvenile Court and Peachtree Monitoring for electronic monitoring
• Approved Knox County Sheriff's Office 2025 Annual Report
• Approved Civic Plus agreement for Sheriff's Office NextRequest implementation ($9,485 initial cost)
• Approved $30,000 transportation contract between Job and Family Services and Elite Transport Group

Board of Commissioners

The Knox County Board of Commissioners meets September 29, 2026 at 10:00 AM at 117 East High Street in Mount Vernon. The board will open bids for Jersey Barriers for the county Emergency Management Agency, hear a Knox County Transit update, and vote on resolutions including two payments to Crawford Construction for the Howard Danville Road Bridge Project. Other items include a board appointment, an emergency management grant application, and approval of bills and prior meeting minutes.

• Bid opening for Knox County Emergency Management Agency Jersey Barriers
• Contractors Application for Payment No. 3 to Crawford Construction: $232,599.52 for Howard Danville Road Bridge Project (KNO-CR9-1.00 PID 117987)
• Contractors Application for Payment No. 4 to Crawford Construction: $109,388.50 for the same bridge project
• Change Order No. 2 from Crawford Construction: increase of $366.52 for adjusted line item quantities
• Appointment of Adam Ridenbaugh to the Knox County Board of Developmental Disabilities; Fiscal Year 2026 Emergency Management Performance Grant application for the EMA

The Board of Commissioners approved several resolutions, including payments for the Howard Danville Road Bridge project and authorization for the Transit Director to file state and federal grant applications. The Board also appointed a new member to the Board of Developmental Disabilities and approved the 2026 Emergency Management Performance Grant application. Additionally, commissioners held a bid opening for emergency management jersey barriers, with one bid received.

• Appointed Adam Ridenbaugh to Board of Developmental Disabilities (2-0)
• Approved 2026 Emergency Management Performance Grant application (2-0)
• Approved $366.52 change order for Howard Danville Road Bridge (2-0)
• Approved $232,599.52 payment for Howard Danville Road Bridge (2-0)
• Approved $109,388.50 payment for Howard Danville Road Bridge (2-0)
• Authorized Transit Director to execute ODOT grant documents (2-0)
• Approved September 29, 2026, bill lists (2-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review the August 2026 Sheriff Monthly Report and consider several resolutions. The agenda includes administrative delegations, utility permits, and a transportation contract.

• Utility Permit from Knox Energy Cooperative Association for Apple Valley Drive in Howard Township
• Transportation Contract between Knox County Department of Job and Family Services and Elite Transport Group
• Resolution to delegate administrative approval authority to Human Resources staff
• Approval of supplemental appropriations and fund transfers

The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved six resolutions, including a $800,000 supplemental appropriation and a corresponding $800,000 fund transfer, a utility permit for a natural gas service drop at 1588 Apple Valley Drive in Howard Township, and delegation of certain administrative approval authority to four Human Resources staff when the County Administrator is absent. The Board also approved the regular and 'then and now' bill lists and the minutes from September 22, 2026. Commissioner Drenda Keesee was absent; all votes recorded show Ayes from Pursel and Lester. The meeting also included a departmental update from Sheriff Dan Weckesser on jail population, training, vehicles, and the new evidence building.

• Approved Resolution 2026-573 authorizing County Administrator Jason Booth to delegate certain administrative approvals to HR Director Courtney Lower, HR Coordinators Andrea Sellers and Robin Santo, and HR Generalist Jan Wasiluk in his absence (Pursel and Lester ayes; Keesee absent)
• Approved Resolution 2026-574 granting a utility permit from Knox Energy Cooperative Association for an individual natural gas service drop at 1588 Apple Valley Drive in Howard Township (Pursel and Lester ayes; Keesee absent)
• Approved Resolution 2026-575 appropriating $800,000.00 into account 101.1501.50601 - Transfer Out - Miscellaneous (Pursel and Lester ayes; Keesee absent)
• Approved Resolution 2026-576 transferring $800,000.00 from 101.1501.50601 - Transfers Out to 101.1100.41100 - Transfers In (Pursel and Lester ayes; Keesee absent)
• Approved Resolution 2026-577 approving the Bill List dated September 24, 2026 (Pursel and Lester ayes; Keesee absent)
• Approved Resolution 2026-578 approving the Then and Now Bill List dated September 24, 2026 (Pursel and Lester ayes; Keesee absent)
• Approved the minutes from Tuesday, September 22, 2026

Board of Commissioners

The Knox County Board of Commissioners will consider several routine resolutions, including a bond release for Property Row, LLC related to a Road Use and Maintenance Agreement, a utility permit for The Energy Cooperative, a drug and alcohol testing policy for Knox County Transit, a solid waste district agreement, and a $10,000 grant for KIDS Summit attendance. They will also approve bill lists and prior meeting minutes. The agenda is largely administrative with no major policy changes or public hearings listed.

• Bond release for Property Row, LLC for RUMA with Clinton and Liberty Township Trustees
• Utility permit for The Energy Cooperative on Henpeck Road, Jackson Township
• Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy for Knox County Transit
• DKMM Solid Waste District agreement for hazardous waste and electronic collection, 2027-2029
• $10,000 Ohio Department of Children and Youth grant for 2026 KIDS Summit attendance

The Board of Knox County Commissioners approved a $1.5 million bond release for Ohio Power Company following the completion of a road use agreement. The Board also authorized a $10,000 grant for the 2026 KIDS Summit, a new drug and alcohol testing policy for transit, and various utility and waste management agreements. Additionally, the commissioners discussed ongoing facility projects and potential traffic safety improvements at a local intersection.

• Approved $1.5M bond release for Ohio Power Company
• Approved utility permit for Henpeck Road
• Approved drug and alcohol testing policy for Knox County Transit
• Approved DKMM waste collection agreement (2027-2029)
• Approved $10,000 grant for 2026 KIDS Summit
• Approved county bill lists
• Approved minutes from Aug 25 and Sept 10 meetings

Board of Commissioners

The Knox County Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions, including a yard waste composting facility agreement, an annexation of 22.197 acres from Hilliar Township to Centerburg, a fee schedule increase for permits, and a utility permit. They will also vote on a $25,691 fund transfer for youth services and approve routine bill lists. The meeting includes a departmental update from Job and Family Services.

• Yard Waste Material Management Agreement with Green Machine Shingle Recycling, LLC for facility at 7425 Thayer Road, Mount Vernon
• Expedited Type 2 Annexation of 22.197 acres (Parcels #17-01235.000 and #17-01236.000) from Hilliar Township to Village of Centerburg for DDWK LLC
• Increased Fee Schedule for Access Management and Yard Pipe Permits for Knox County Engineer
• Utility Permit for Fiber Asset Company (Zayo Group) on Fairgrounds Road, Morris Township
• Transfer of up to $25,691 from KCDJFS to Family and Children First Council for Multi System Youth Program

The Board approved a yard waste management agreement with Green Machine Shingle Recycling, LLC and authorized an increase in permit fees for the County Engineer. The Board also approved a land annexation for the Village of Centerburg and several funding transfers for youth services.

• Approved yard waste management agreement with Green Machine Shingle Recycling, LLC for $79,000 annually (3-0)
• Approved annexation of 22.197 acres from Hilliar Township to the Village of Centerburg (3-0)
• Approved increased access management and yard pipe permit fees effective Nov. 2, 2026 (3-0)
• Approved utility permit for Fiber Asset Company (dba Zayo Group) on Fairgrounds Road (3-0)
• Approved MOU and $15,570.97 transfer to Knox County Family and Children First Council (3-0)
• Approved fund transfer up to $25,691.00 to Knox County Family and Children First Council (3-0)
• Approved Bill List and Then and Now Bill List dated Sept. 17, 2026 (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Knox County Board of Commissioners will review several resolutions, including a contract for the Village of Danville Water System Improvements Project. The session also includes updates on departmental reports and approvals for fund transfers and subrecipient agreements.

• $466,121.00 contract with Driven Excavating, LLC, for the Village of Danville Water System Improvements Project
• $20,000.00 subrecipient agreement between KCDJFS and Hope Now Furniture Bank of Knox County
• Resolution to amend a fund transfer to the Knox County Family and Children First Council up to $15,570.97
• Establishment of charge back amounts for the Countywide Mass Notification System (WENS)
• Sheriff's Office food cost per meal reports for August 2026 and the 12-month average

The Board of Commissioners approved a $466,121 contract for water system improvements in the Village of Danville. They also authorized several financial measures, including a $20,000 subrecipient agreement for the Hope Now Furniture Bank and various budget appropriations and fund transfers.

• Approved $466,121 contract for Danville water system improvements
• Approved $20,000 subrecipient agreement for Hope Now Furniture Bank
• Approved $15,570.97 transfer for youth programs
• Approved $15,080 annual contract for mass notification system
• Approved $1.2M in supplemental appropriations
• Updated employee dishonesty coverage schedule
• Approved September 15, 2026, bill list
• Approved 'Then and Now' bill list

Board of Commissioners

The Knox County Board of Commissioners will review several resolutions, including a lease agreement with the Village of Centerburg for trailhead improvements. The meeting also includes a bid opening for legal services and updates from 911 and I.T. departments.

• Trailhead lease between Knox County and Village of Centerburg for Midway Station and Memorial Park improvements
• Utility permit from Licking Rural Electric for Sycamore Road in Pleasant Township
• Bid opening for legal services for the Knox County Department of Job and Family Services
• Request for Proposals for Jersey Barriers for the Knox County Emergency Management Agency
• Memorandum of Understanding between Job and Family Services and I Am Boundless regarding the Ohio Rise Program

The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved a 15-year lease with the Village of Centerburg for two trailhead improvements, along with several other resolutions including utility permits, requests for proposals for jersey barriers, and legal notices. They also received departmental updates from 911 and IT, and approved the bill lists. All resolutions passed unanimously with Commissioner Keesee absent.

• Approved 15-year trailhead lease with Village of Centerburg for Midway Station and Memorial Park trailheads (3-0)
• Approved utility permit for Licking Rural Electric on Sycamore Road in Pleasant Township (3-0)
• Approved request for proposals for jersey barriers for EMA/Office of Homeland Security (3-0)
• Approved advertisement of legal notice for jersey barrier RFP in Knox Weekly News and website (3-0)
• Approved advertisement of legal notice for JFS Family and Children First Council financial report (3-0)
• Approved MOU between JFS and I Am Boundless for Ohio Rise Program (3-0)
• Approved bill list dated September 10, 2026 (3-0)
• Approved Then and Now bill list dated September 10, 2026 (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Knox County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular session on September 3, 2026, at 10:00 AM in Mount Vernon. The board will decide on an expedited annexation of 1.519 acres of county-owned land to the City of Mount Vernon and approve seven utility permits for road projects across multiple townships. They will also vote on an increased fee schedule for utility permits administered by the Knox County Engineer.

• Approve expedited annexation of 1.519 acres (Parcel #49-00510.000) from Monroe Township to City of Mount Vernon
• Approve seven utility permits for Magers Road, Pipesville Road, Howard-Danville Road, Columbus Road, and Jericho Road
• Approve increased fee schedule for Knox County Engineer utility permits
• Approve bill list and supplemental appropriations
• Accept minutes from September 1, 2026 meeting

The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved Resolution 2026-533, an expedited Type 2 annexation of 1.519 acres of county-owned property at 17635 Coshocton Road from Monroe Township into the City of Mount Vernon. The Board also approved five utility permits for fiber optic and electrical work along roads in Howard, Clinton, and Jefferson townships, and approved an increased utility permit fee schedule effective October 1, 2026. In a quarterly update, Knox Public Health reported five measles cases in unvaccinated individuals, a Class A measles outbreak, and 156 Lyme disease cases as of the end of July 2026. Commissioner Lester was absent; all recorded votes showed Pursel and Keesee in favor.

• Approved Resolution 2026-533: expedited Type 2 annexation of 1.519 acres from Monroe Township to the City of Mount Vernon (Pursel and Keesee ayes; Lester absent)
• Approved Resolution 2026-534: utility permit for The Chillicothe Telephone Company on Magers Road in Howard Township (Pursel and Keesee ayes; Lester absent)
• Approved Resolution 2026-535: utility permit for The Chillicothe Telephone Company on Pipesville Road in Howard Township (Pursel and Keesee ayes; Lester absent)
• Approved Resolution 2026-536: utility permit for The Chillicothe Telephone Company on Howard Danville Road in Howard Township (Pursel and Keesee ayes; Lester absent)
• Approved Resolution 2026-537: utility permit for Sunrise Telecom at 142 Columbus Road in Clinton Township (Pursel and Keesee ayes; Lester absent)
• Approved Resolution 2026-538: utility permit for Licking Rural Electrification on Jericho Road in Jefferson Township (Pursel and Keesee ayes; Lester absent)
• Approved Resolution 2026-539: increased utility permit fee schedule effective October 1, 2026 ($100 individual service drop; $250 multiple service/line extension/new line construction) (Pursel and Keesee ayes; Lester absent)
• Approved Resolution 2026-540 and 2026-541: Bill List and Then and Now Bill List dated September 3, 2026 (Pursel and Keesee ayes; Lester absent)

Board of Commissioners

The Knox County Board of Commissioners will meet to vote on several resolutions, including a water system improvement bid and utility aggregation plans. The board will also review annexation petitions and a citizen briefing regarding sewer overflow violations in Centerburg.

• Bid award of $466,121.00 to Driven Excavating, LLC for Danville water system improvements
• Adoption of Natural Gas and Electric Power Aggregation Plans of Operation and Governance
• Agreement with Justice AV Solutions for $3,502.00 for court recording system maintenance
• Transfer of up to $79,616.00 in funds to the Knox County Child Support Enforcement Agency
• Annexation petitions for properties in Hilliar Township and Monroe Township

The Board of Commissioners approved eight resolutions, including a $466,121 CDBG bid award to Driven Excavating, LLC for Village of Danville water system improvements, and adopted plans of operation and governance for natural gas and electric opt-out aggregation programs. It also approved placing delinquent water and wastewater accounts on property taxes, a $3,502 court recording system agreement, a Licking Rural Electric utility permit on Encil Road, a transfer of up to $79,616 in Job and Family Services funds, a data sharing agreement with Local Workforce Area 7, and a $145,160 FAA grant offer for the Knox County Airport Authority. All resolutions passed with three ayes. The board also received two annexation petitions and a citizen briefing on Centerburg sewer overflow and New Community Authority financial liability.

• Approved $466,121 CDBG bid award to Driven Excavating, LLC for Village of Danville water system improvements (3-0)
• Adopted natural gas opt-out aggregation Plan of Operation and Governance (3-0)
• Adopted electric power opt-out aggregation Plan of Operation and Governance (3-0)
• Approved certification of delinquent water and wastewater accounts to the County Auditor for placement on property taxes (3-0)
• Approved $3,502 agreement with Justice AV Solutions for Common Pleas Court recording system warranty, maintenance, and support (3-0)
• Approved utility permit from Licking Rural Electric for Encil Road in Jackson Township (3-0)
• Approved transfer of up to $79,616 in SFY27 Community and Protective Services funds from Public Assistance to Child Support Enforcement Agency (3-0)
• Approved data sharing and confidentiality agreement between KCDJFS and Local Workforce Area 7, October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2028 (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

There is no regular session scheduled for this meeting. The Board of Commissioners will focus exclusively on financial matters, including the approval of bills and appropriation adjustments.

• Approval of appropriation adjustment
• Approval of bill list
• Approval of bill list - Then and Now

The Board of Commissioners held a sign-only session, approving three resolutions: an appropriation adjustment transferring funds between JFS accounts, a regular bill list, and a then-and-now bill list. All resolutions passed unanimously with two ayes (Pursel, Lester) and one absence (Keesee). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved appropriation adjustment transferring $58,001.81, $20,000.00, and $48,154.27 between JFS accounts (2-0, Keesee absent)
• Approved bill list dated August 27, 2026 (2-0, Keesee absent)
• Approved then-and-now bill list dated August 27, 2026 (2-0, Keesee absent)

Board of Commissioners

The Knox County Board of Commissioners will hold two public hearings on electric and natural gas aggregation, and consider resolutions including approving budget commission rates and levies for fiscal year 2027, a bridge inspection contract, and a commendation. They will also approve bill lists and minutes from previous meetings.

• Approve and accept budget commission amounts and rates, authorize levies for FY 2027
• Approve agreement with DLZ Ohio, Inc. for annual inspections of 20 county bridges at $10,500
• Recognize Margaret 'Peggy' Dunn as Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging Outstanding Senior Citizen
• Approve CORSA property valuation selection
• Public hearings on electric/natural gas aggregation at 11:00 AM and 12:00 PM

The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved seven resolutions, including a $10,500 agreement with DLZ Ohio, Inc. for annual inspections of 20 county bridges, a real property tax exemption for the Old Mercy Hospital Service Center, and a $550,000 appropriation adjustment for Job & Family Services. The board also held two public hearings on the Electric and Natural Gas Aggregation Plan of Operation and Governance, with no public attendees present. Departmental updates were received from Human Resources and the Sheriff's Office. All resolutions passed with Commissioners Pursel and Lester voting aye; Commissioner Keesee was absent.

• Approved Resolution 2026-514 recognizing Margaret "Peggy" Dunn as Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging Outstanding Senior Citizen of the Year (Pursel, Lester aye; Keesee absent)
• Approved Resolution 2026-515 approving the County Risk Sharing Authority (CORSA) Property Valuation Selection (Pursel, Lester aye; Keesee absent)
• Approved Resolution 2026-516 approving agreement with DLZ Ohio, Inc. for annual inspections of 20 county bridges, $10,500.00 (Pursel, Lester aye; Keesee absent)
• Approved Resolution 2026-517 approving real property tax exemption and remission for Block C - Old Mercy Hospital, 1.044 acres, Parcel #66-50451.000 (Pursel, Lester aye; Keesee absent)
• Approved Resolution 2026-518 approving appropriation adjustments: $400,000 from Shared Cost/Personal Services to Contract Service, and $150,000 from Shared Cost/Contractual to Contract Service, both for Job & Family Services (Pursel, Lester aye; Keesee absent)
• Approved Resolution 2026-519 approving the Bill List dated August 25, 2026 (Pursel, Lester aye; Keesee absent)
• Approved Resolution 2026-520 approving the Then and Now Bill List dated August 25, 2026 (Pursel, Lester aye; Keesee absent)
• Approved minutes from August 11, August 13, and August 18, 2026 meetings

Board of Commissioners

The Knox County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular session with a departmental update from Job and Family Services, followed by votes on several resolutions including a sales tax reimbursement policy, LEPC appointments, a retired police cruiser donation, and a shelter services agreement. The meeting also includes a bill list approval and an executive session on a state audit.

• Approve Sales Tax Reimbursement Policy per State Auditor Bulletin 2025-013
• Approve LEPC member appointments for Knox County EMA roster update
• Authorize donation of retired Sheriff's Office cruiser to Knox County Career Center
• Approve Subrecipient Agreement with The Winter Sanctuary, Inc. for emergency shelter services
• Approve bill list and then-and-now bill list

The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved seven resolutions, including a $30,000 subaward to The Winter Sanctuary, Inc. for emergency shelter services from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027. Commissioners also approved a sales tax reimbursement policy, a retired police cruiser donation to the Knox County Career Center, and two bill lists. The board entered executive session at 10:30 AM for a post-audit conference with the State Auditor and exited at 11:05 AM with no action taken.

• Approved Resolution 2026-509: $30,000 subaward to The Winter Sanctuary, Inc. for emergency shelter services (Oct 1, 2026–Sep 30, 2027)
• Approved Resolution 2026-505: sales tax reimbursement policy per State Auditor Bulletin 2025-013
• Approved Resolution 2026-506: LEPC member appointments for Knox County EMA roster update
• Approved Resolution 2026-507: decommission and donate 2018 Ford Explorer to Knox County Career Center
• Approved Resolution 2026-508: authorize JFS Director Scott Boone to approve his own timesheets and leave requests
• Approved Resolution 2026-510: Bill List dated August 20, 2026
• Approved Resolution 2026-511: Then and Now Bill List dated August 20, 2026
• Entered executive session at 10:30 AM for post-audit conference; exited at 11:05 AM with no action taken

Board of Commissioners

The Knox County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular session to receive a departmental update from Knox County Water and Wastewater, consider a utility permit for American Electric Power on Fairgrounds Road in Morris Township, and approve bill lists, including a then-and-now list. The agenda is largely routine, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Utility permit for American Electric Power on Fairgrounds Road, Morris Township
• Approval of bill list
• Approval of then-and-now bill list
• Departmental update from Knox County Water and Wastewater

The Board of Commissioners approved a utility permit for American Electric Power on Fairgrounds Road in Morris Township, along with the regular and 'then and now' bill lists. The meeting also included updates on water and wastewater infrastructure damage caused by Mercury Broadband's fiber installation, with no reimbursement received yet.

• Approved AEP utility permit for Fairgrounds Road, Morris Township (3-0)
• Approved bill list dated August 18, 2026 (3-0)
• Approved then-and-now bill list dated August 18, 2026 (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Knox County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular session, opening bids for the Community Development Block Grant-funded Village of Danville Water System Improvements Project. They will also receive updates from Knox County 911 and Litter and Recycling, and consider several resolutions including utility permits, an inter-agency agreement, and routine approvals of bills and minutes.

• Bid opening for CDBG Village of Danville Water System Improvements Project
• Approve final wage affidavit for Village of Danville Memorial Park Project (CDBG Grant #B-F-24-1BM-1)
• Authorize Sheriff Daniel Weckesser as signing agent for covert license plate renewal applications
• Approve 5 utility permits for Licking Rural Electric on Knox Lake Road, Fredericktown Amity Road, Old Mansfield Road, Montgomery Road, Upper Fredericktown Road
• Approve inter-agency agreement for Early Intervention Service Coordination between Job and Family Services and Board of Developmental Disabilities

The Board of Commissioners held a bid opening for the CDBG Village of Danville Water System Improvements Project, receiving five bids ranging from $466,121 to $563,618; the award will be made at a later date. They also approved several resolutions, including a final wage affidavit for the Danville Memorial Park Project, authorization for the Sheriff as signing agent for covert license plates, five utility permits for Licking Rural Electric, an inter-agency agreement for Early Intervention services, and the bill lists. The board received updates on 911 services, including the successful transition to NextGen 911, and on litter and recycling programs.

• Opened bids for Danville water project; lowest bid $466,121 from Driven Excavating
• Approved final wage affidavit for Danville Memorial Park Project (Resolution 2026-492)
• Authorized Sheriff as signing agent for covert license plate renewals (Resolution 2026-493)
• Approved utility permits for Licking Rural Electric on five roads (Resolutions 2026-494 to 2026-498)
• Approved inter-agency agreement for Early Intervention services up to $158,080 (Resolution 2026-499)
• Approved bill list and then-and-now bill list (Resolutions 2026-500 and 2026-501)
• Approved minutes from August 4 and August 6, 2026

Board of Commissioners

The Knox County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular session to consider three resolutions: approving scrap tire certifications from the Ohio EPA, a utility permit for Sunrise Telecom on Apple Valley Drive, and a request for proposals for legal services for Job and Family Services. They will also approve bill lists, accept previous meeting minutes, and receive a treasurer's investment report. The agenda includes departmental updates and public comment periods.

• Approve Scrap Tire Certifications and Consent Form from Ohio EPA
• Approve Utility Permit for Sunrise Telecom on Apple Valley Drive, Howard Township
• Approve RFP for Knox County Job and Family Services Legal Services 2026/2027
• Approve Bill List and Bill List - Then and Now
• Receive Treasurer's Depository and Investment Income Report including Star Ohio Bank Statements

The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved four resolutions: the scrap tire certifications and consent form from the Ohio EPA, a utility permit for Sunrise Telecom at 2519 Apple Valley Drive, a request for proposal for legal services for Job and Family Services, and two bill lists. All resolutions passed unanimously with Commissioners Pursel and Lester voting in favor; Commissioner Keesee was absent. The board also received the Treasurer's investment income report for July 2026.

• Approved scrap tire certifications and consent form from Ohio EPA (2-0)
• Approved utility permit for Sunrise Telecom at 2519 Apple Valley Drive (2-0)
• Approved RFP for Job and Family Services legal services 2026/2027 (2-0)
• Approved bill list dated August 11, 2026 (2-0)
• Approved then-and-now bill list dated August 11, 2026 (2-0)
• Approved minutes from July 16, 23, 28, and 30, 2026

Board of Commissioners

The Board will consider approving a three-year participation agreement and 2027 rate renewal for the County Employee Consortium of Ohio (CEBCO) health insurance plan. They will also vote on advertising a public notice for the Knox County Electric and Natural Gas Aggregation Plan of Operation and Governance, a utility permit for Enbridge Gas Ohio on Tiger Valley Road, and a request for proposals for legal services for Job and Family Services. Routine items include approval of bill lists and receipt of the Sheriff's Office monthly and food cost reports.

• Approve CEBCO participation agreement and 2027 rate renewal, term Jan 1, 2027–Dec 31, 2029
• Approve advertisement of public notice for Knox County Electric and Natural Gas Aggregation Plan
• Approve utility permit from Enbridge Gas Ohio for Tiger Valley Road in Union Township
• Approve advertisement of RFP for legal services for Knox County JFS Social Services Division, 2026-2027
• Receive Knox County Sheriff's Office monthly report and food cost per meal report for July 2026

The Board approved the County Employee Benefit Consortium of Ohio (CEBCO) participation agreement and 2027 rate renewal, effective January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2029. They also approved resolutions for advertising a public notice for the electric and natural gas aggregation plan, a utility permit for Enbridge Gas Ohio, a legal notice for legal services for Job and Family Services, and an annexation agreement for a parcel in Monroe Township. All votes were unanimous (3-0). The board received reports on jail food costs and inmate population, and heard updates on park district projects and county road work.

• Approved CEBCO participation agreement and 2027 rate renewal (3-0)
• Approved advertisement of public notice for electric and natural gas aggregation plan (3-0)
• Approved utility permit for Enbridge Gas Ohio at 15524 Tiger Valley Road (3-0)
• Approved advertisement of legal notice for legal services for Job and Family Services (3-0)
• Approved annexation agreement for Parcel No. 49-00510.000 from Monroe Township to Mount Vernon (3-0)
• Approved bill list dated August 6, 2026 (3-0)
• Approved then-and-now bill list dated August 6, 2026 (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Knox County Board of Commissioners will vote on 10 resolutions, including a cooperative water/wastewater agreement with the Ohio Water Development Authority, a $152,789 vehicle purchase, and multiple fund transfers for Family and Children First Council programs. They will also approve the bill list and receive updates from the county administrator and committees.

• Approve cooperative agreement with Ohio Water Development Authority for water/wastewater project
• Approve $152,789 purchase of a 2027 Western Star 47X vehicle from Stoops Western Star of Ohio
• Approve bid and contract documents for Danville-Amity (CR-14) Safety Improvements Phase III
• Transfer up to $32,214.00 for FCFC Operational Capacity PA from Job and Family Services funds
• Approve bill list and then-and-now bill list

The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved all resolutions on the agenda, including a $272,457.30 contract for Danville-Amity (CR-14) Safety Improvements Phase III and a $152,789.00 vehicle purchase for the Engineer's Office. They also authorized banking fee allocations, an OWDA water/wastewater agreement, and multiple fund transfers to the Family and Children First Council. The board received a notice about a potential TIF ordinance for Arista Villas and heard updates on county projects.

• Approved $272,457.30 contract with Small's Asphalt Paving for CR-14 safety improvements (unanimous)
• Approved $152,789.00 bill of sale for 2027 Western Star 47X vehicle (unanimous)
• Approved banking fee allocation resolution (unanimous)
• Approved OWDA cooperative agreement for water/wastewater projects (unanimous)
• Approved six fund transfers to FCFC totaling $77,675.74 (unanimous)
• Approved bill list and then-and-now bill list (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Knox County Board of Commissioners will discuss various items, including a utility permit for Avalon Road and a change order for the Howard Danville Road Bridge Project. The meeting will also include departmental updates and approval of bills. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions expected.

• Utility Permit from Columbia Gas for Avalon Road in Morris Township
• Change Order No. 1 for Howard Danville Road Bridge Project, increasing cost by $108,206.48
• Contractor's Application for Payment No. 2 from Small's Asphalt Paving, Inc. for $574,159.37
• Resolution to honor retirement of Pam Shafer, Human Resources Coordinator
• Resolution to honor retirement of Laura Webster, 911 Operations Director

The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved several resolutions, including a $108,206.48 change order for the Howard Danville Road Bridge project, bringing the new contract price to $1,000,006.98. They also approved a $574,159.37 payment for annual resurfacing, utility permits, bill lists, and resolutions honoring two retiring employees. During public comment, residents raised privacy concerns about Flock Safety cameras, and officials clarified that the county has not installed any cameras and decisions rest with the Sheriff.

• Approved Change Order No.1 for Howard Danville Road Bridge, increasing contract to $1,000,006.98 (3-0)
• Approved Payment No.2 to Small's Asphalt Paving for $574,159.37 (3-0)
• Approved utility permit for Columbia Gas on Avalon Road (3-0)
• Approved resolution honoring Pam Shafer's retirement (3-0)
• Approved resolution honoring Laura Webster's retirement (3-0)
• Approved bill list dated July 30, 2026 (3-0)
• Approved Then and Now bill list dated July 30, 2026 (3-0)
• Approved minutes from July 21, 2026 meeting (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review a grant agreement for the Rural Transit Program and a software contract renewal. The meeting also includes updates on the county morgue and transit services.

• Rural Transit Program SFY 2027 Grant Agreement from Ohio Department of Transportation for $1,584,760.00
• NEOGOV Human Resources software and subscription contract renewal for $29,413.67
• Departmental update on Knox County Transit
• Knox County Morgue update

The Board approved the Rural Transit Program SFY2027 grant from ODOT for Knox County Transit in the amount of $1,584,760.00, and renewed the NEOGOV HR software contract for $29,413.67. Commissioners also discussed a potential new county morgue and Coroner's Office staffing compensation, with the County Administrator directed to evaluate options and report back. Bill lists and prior meeting minutes were approved.

• Approved Rural Transit Program SFY2027 grant of $1,584,760.00 (3-0)
• Approved NEOGOV HR software contract renewal for $29,413.67 (3-0)
• Approved Bill List dated July 28, 2026 (3-0)
• Approved Then and Now Bill List dated July 28, 2026 (3-0)
• Approved minutes from June 16, June 18, and July 14, 2026 meetings

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review an annual report from the Knox County Historical Society. They are also deciding on a grant award from the Ohio Department of Public Safety and the approval of bill lists.

• FY 2025 State Homeland Security Program (SHSP) Grant award notice
• NIMS Compliance Certification Statement for the Knox County Emergency Management Agency
• Knox County Historical Society Annual Report
• Approval of Bill List and Bill List - Then and Now

The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved a $250,000 state homeland security grant for the Emergency Management Agency and authorized County Administrator Jason Booth as signing agent. They also approved the regular and 'Then and Now' bill lists. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included an informational update from the Knox County Historical Society.

• Approved FY2025 State Homeland Security Program Grant of $250,000 for EMA (3-0)
• Authorized Jason Booth as signing agent for grant documents (3-0)
• Approved Bill List dated July 23, 2026 (3-0)
• Approved Then and Now Bill List dated July 23, 2026 (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

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

The Board approved several resolutions including a bridge project payment, a school resource officer contract, and landfill care services. They also approved a utility permit for Enbridge Gas Ohio and various supplemental appropriations for Juvenile Court accounts.

• Approved $236,154 payment to Crawford Construction for Howard Danville Road Bridge Project
• Approved $104,000 SRO contract between Sheriff's Office and East Knox Local School District
• Approved $32,550 proposal from Bennett and Williams Environmental Consultants for landfill post-closure care
• Approved Knox County EMA Fairgrounds Emergency Operations Plan
• Approved Enbridge Gas Ohio utility permit for 15460 Howard Danville Road
• Approved supplemental appropriations for Juvenile Court accounts
• Approved Bill List and Then and Now Bill List dated July 21, 2026

Board of Commissioners

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

The Board approved three resolutions: two CDBG draw requests for the Village of Danville Memorial Park Project totaling $74,514 each, and an Ohio Public Works Commission grant agreement for Danville Amity Road (CR14) Safety Improvements Phase III not to exceed $259,398. All resolutions passed unanimously. The board also approved the bill list and then-and-now bill list, and accepted previous meeting minutes.

• Approved CDBG draw request #4 for Danville Memorial Park Project, $74,514 (unanimous)
• Approved state payment draw #4 for Danville Memorial Park Project, $74,514 (unanimous)
• Approved OPWC grant agreement for Danville Amity Road (CR14) Safety Improvements Phase III, up to $259,398 (unanimous)
• Approved bill list dated July 16, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved then-and-now bill list dated July 16, 2026 (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes from June 11, July 7, and July 9, 2026 meetings

Board of Commissioners

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

The Board approved a bid for safety improvements on Danville Amity Road and two utility permits for Ohio Cumberland Gas. They also approved letters of recognition for four students and the July 14 bill lists.

• Approved $272,457.30 bid to Small’s Asphalt Paving, Inc. for Danville Amity Road (CR14) Safety Improvements Phase III
• Approved utility permit for Ohio Cumberland Gas on Hazel Dell Road in Butler Township
• Approved utility permit for Ohio Cumberland Gas on Tiger Valley Road in Union Township
• Approved letters of recognition for students Aiden Mast, Adi (Ash) Farrell, Lucy Hunsen, and Dane Gunderson
• Approved Bill List dated July 14, 2026
• Approved Then and Now Bill List dated July 14, 2026

Board of Commissioners

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

The Board approved the updated DOT Drug and Alcohol Policy for Knox County Transit and the ODJFS IV-D contract for child support enforcement, totaling $426,735.53. They also approved the regular and Then and Now bill lists. A bid opening for the Danville Amity Road safety project was held, with award deferred to a later date.

• Approved updated DOT Drug and Alcohol Policy for Knox County Transit (2-0)
• Approved ODJFS IV-D contract for child support enforcement, $426,735.53 (2-0)
• Approved Bill List dated July 9, 2026 (2-0)
• Approved Then and Now Bill List dated July 9, 2026 (2-0)
• Held bid opening for Danville Amity Road Safety Improvements Phase III; award deferred

Board of Commissioners

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.

The Board approved the fiscal mid-year budget and a $1.136 million construction contract with Shrock Premier Custom Construction for the Water and Wastewater Office Building. They also approved a $40,000 behavioral health coordinator agreement for the jail, a $199,889 bridge engineering agreement, and a $325,000 transit services agreement. A salt brine application for B & J Drilling was approved after a public hearing with no objections.

• Approved the fiscal mid-year budget for 2026.
• Approved salt brine application for B & J Drilling Company, Inc. after a public hearing.
• Approved $40,000 agreement for Behavioral Health Service Coordinator at the jail.
• Approved $1,136,000 construction contract with Shrock Premier Custom Construction for the Water and Wastewater Office Building.
• Approved $199,889 professional services agreement with American Structurepoint for bridge replacement projects.
• Approved utility permit for Licking Rural Electrification on Simmons Church Road and Bishop Road.
• Approved $325,000 inter-agency agreement for transportation services with Knox County Transit.
• Approved bill lists and previous meeting minutes.