Knox County public meetings in 2023
23 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Commissioners
There is no regular session scheduled for this meeting. The commissioners will only approve the transfer of funds, supplemental appropriations, and bills.
- Transfer of funds
- Supplemental appropriations
- Bills
The Board held a non-regular session to approve financial documents. The commissioners approved two separate bill lists dated December 26, 2023.
- Approved Bill List dated December 26, 2023 (Resolution 2023-1001)
- Approved Then and Now Bill List dated December 26, 2023 (Resolution 2023-1002)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review resolutions for bond issuances to fund HVAC systems and renovations at the county service center. The agenda also includes grant approvals, a memorandum of understanding for an emergency shelter, and support for a fiber optic network project.
- Bond issuance up to $1,675,550 for HVAC and hot water systems at various county facilities
- Bond issuance up to $1,424,450 for improvements to the existing county service center
- Healthy Aging Grant Award with Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc.
- Memorandum of Understanding with Saint Vincent DePaul School for Emergency Shelter
- Support for Mercury Broadband Fiber Optic Network Project
The Board approved bond issuances for HVAC systems and County Service Center renovations. Other actions included approving a broadband project, emergency shelter agreement, and snow equipment procurement.
- Approved $1,675,550 bond issuance for HVAC and hot water systems (3-0)
- Approved $1,424,450 bond issuance for County Service Center entrance and windows (3-0)
- Approved $238,154 Healthy Aging Grant agreement with Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc. (3-0)
- Approved MOU with Saint Vincent de Paul School for emergency shelter at Knox County Memorial Building (3-0)
- Approved $253,900 letter of intent for tandem axle snow and ice control trucks (3-0)
- Approved support for Mercury Broadband Fiber Optic Network Project (3-0)
- Approved advertisement for County Service Center window replacement bids (3-0)
- Approved $700,000 and $1,536,312.89 supplemental appropriations (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (14 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider resolutions for infrastructure payments and service agreements. The agenda also includes departmental updates and a public hearing regarding the petition to vacate Kay Road in Jefferson Township.
- $320,161 payment for Buckeye Addition Waterline Extension Improvement Project
- $355,826.42 payment for Coffing Road Bridge Replacement Project
- Service agreement with T.C. Harris School for residential youth care
- Public hearing for the petition to vacate Kay Road in Jefferson Township
- Agriculture use valuation renewal for three county-owned parcels
The Board approved several infrastructure payments, including funds for a bridge replacement and a waterline extension. They also authorized a residential care agreement for youth and a document destruction contract. A petition to vacate Kay Road was held for public hearing and is awaiting a recommendation from the County Engineer.
- Approved $320,161 payment for Buckeye Addition Waterline Extension (3-0)
- Approved $355,826.42 payment for Coffing Road Bridge Replacement (3-0)
- Approved agricultural use valuation renewal for 3 county-owned parcels (3-0)
- Approved residential care agreement with T.C. Harris School for youth (3-0)
- Approved shredding agreement with Ohio Mobile Shredding (3-0)
- Approved $650,248.44 supplemental appropriation and fund transfer (3-0)
- Approved Bill List and Then and Now Bill List (3-0)
- Tabled decision on Kay Road vacation pending Engineer's recommendation
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review departmental updates and several resolutions. The afternoon session includes a public viewing of Kay Road in Jefferson Township regarding a petition to vacate.
- Utility permit for Columbia Gas at 20617 Zion Road
- Request for Qualifications for Knox County Engineer professional design/consulting services
- CDBG Economic Development and Revolving Loan Fund pre-application from Joel Gunderson and Margaret Lewis
- Public viewing of Kay Road in Jefferson Township for a petition to vacate
The Board of Commissioners approved a $200,000 CDBG economic development loan for a business project and authorized various administrative and utility permits. The Board also held a public viewing regarding a petition to vacate Kay Road and honored the retiring Knox County Park District Director.
- Approved $200,000 CDBG economic development loan
- Approved Columbia Gas utility permit for 20617 Zion Road
- Approved advertisement for 2024-2025 engineering consulting services
- Approved December 7 and 12 meeting minutes
- Approved December 14 bill list
- Approved December 14 'Then and Now' bill list
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions, including the approval of the 2024 General Fund Budget. The agenda also includes items regarding broadband expansion grants and transit planning services.
- Approval of the 2024 General Fund Budget
- Support for Brightspeed Knox County Grant Application
- Agreement with RLS & Associates, Inc. for Knox Area Transit planning
- Utility permit for Earlywine Road in Jackson Township
The Board approved the 2024 General Fund Budget and several measures to expand broadband access. They also authorized a transit planning agreement and a utility permit for Earlywine Road.
- Approved 2024 General Fund Budget of $25,378,451.00 (3-0)
- Approved letter of support for Brightspeed grant application (3-0)
- Requested Ohio Department of Development to solicit broadband expansion grants for all municipal corporations and 22 townships (3-0)
- Approved $40,124.36 agreement with RLS & Associates, Inc. for Knox Area Transit planning (3-0)
- Approved Licking Rural Electrification utility permit for Earlywine Road in Jackson Township (3-0)
- Approved $100,000 supplemental appropriation and fund transfer (3-0)
- Approved bill lists dated December 12, 2023 (3-0)
- Approved resolution honoring the retirement of Park District Director Lori Totman (3-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider resolutions regarding CDBG Cares Act grant status reports and November interest earned for the General Fund and Program Income Fund. The morning session includes departmental updates from Knox County Water and Wastewater and Knox Public Health.
- Final Status Report for CDBG - PY21 Cares Act Grant (Center of Hope and Centerburg Senior Center)
- Star Ohio Bank Statement for General Fund Interest earned in November 2023
- Star Ohio Bank Statement for Program Income Fund Interest earned in November 2023
- Departmental Update: Knox County Water and Wastewater
- Departmental Update: Knox Public Health
The Board approved a $30,000 contract with CDC of Ohio, Inc. for the administration of the PY2023 Community Development Critical Infrastructure Program. They also approved a final status report for a Cares Act grant benefiting the Center of Hope and Centerburg Senior Center.
- Approved CDBG PY21 Cares Act Grant final status report for Center of Hope and Centerburg Senior Center
- Approved $13,813.27 General Fund interest earned in November 2023
- Approved $2.39 Program Income Fund interest earned in November 2023
- Approved $30,000 contract with CDC of Ohio, Inc. for PY2023 Community Development Critical Infrastructure Program
- Approved Bill List dated December 7, 2023
- Approved Then and Now Bill List dated December 7, 2023
Board of Commissioners
The Board will review a salt brine application and a federal infrastructure grant for the Village of Martinsburg. The agenda also includes approvals for fund transfers and various county financial reports.
- $470,000.00 CDBG grant for Village of Martinsburg critical infrastructure
- Salt brine application for Small's Sand and Gravel, Inc.
- Transfer of $12,959.97 from Self Insurance Fund to General Funds
- Write-off of $4,951.81 in outstanding Knox Area Transit debt
- November 2023 investment income report totaling $94,714.13
The Board approved a federal grant for critical infrastructure in the Village of Martinsburg and authorized a salt brine application for Small's Sand and Gravel, Inc. Other actions included various fund transfers, debt write-offs, and a proclamation for Food for the Hungry Day.
- Approved $470,000 CDBG grant for Village of Martinsburg critical infrastructure
- Approved salt brine application for Small's Sand and Gravel, Inc.
- Approved proclamation designating Dec. 8, 2023, as Food for the Hungry Day
- Approved $12,959.97 transfer from Self Insurance Fund to General Funds
- Approved $4,951.81 debt write-off for Knox Area Transit
- Approved $1.2M supplemental appropriation and fund transfer
- Approved November 2023 jail food cost report ($2.09 per meal)
- Approved November 2023 Treasurer depository and investment income report of $94,714.13
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a morning session featuring departmental updates from the Knox County Sheriff and the Knox County Emergency Management Agency. The agenda includes the acceptance of previous meeting minutes and the approval of fund transfers, supplemental appropriations, and bills.
- Knox County Sheriff update
- Knox County Emergency Management Agency update
- Approval of transfer of funds, supplemental appropriations, and bills
The Board of Commissioners approved an appropriation adjustment for Sheriff's Office salaries and passed two bill lists. The board also received departmental updates from the Sheriff and the Emergency Management Agency.
- Approved $27,372.15 transfer from Detective/Sheriff salaries to Employees/Sheriff salaries (Resolution 2023-939)
- Approved Bill List dated November 30, 2023 (Resolution 2023-940)
- Approved Then and Now Bill List dated November 30, 2023 (Resolution 2023-941)
- Approved minutes from November 16, November 21, and November 28, 2023
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review departmental updates and several resolutions. These include agreements for remote access software, recycling education services, and the release of auto tax funds.
- N-Able Remote Access Sales Order Agreement for Take Control Plus I.T. Pro Monthly Licenses
- DKMM Solid Waste District Contract for 2024 Recycling Education Services
- Release of Permissive Auto Tax Funds to the Village of Fredericktown, Ohio
The Board approved a 2024 recycling education contract and released permissive auto tax funds for a street paving project in Fredericktown. The Board also authorized IT licensing and several financial transfers and bill lists.
- Approved $73,803.00 DKMM Solid Waste District contract for 2024 recycling education
- Approved $14,001.24 in permissive auto tax funds for Village of Fredericktown street paving
- Approved N-Able Remote Access monthly IT licenses at $206.07 per month
- Approved fund transfer of $72,534.66
- Approved Bill List dated November 28, 2023
- Approved Then and Now Bill List dated November 28, 2023
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Board will consider several resolutions, including a payment for the Valleywood Lift Station Installation and a contract with The Winter Sanctuary, Inc. They will also address public notices regarding Kay Road and various bid invitations.
- $14,560.00 payment to Owens Electric Company for Valleywood Lift Station Installation
- Public hearing notice for the petition to vacate Kay Road in Jefferson Township
- Appointment of Meralyse Dessert to the Board of Developmental Disabilities
- Bid invitation for Danville Amity Road Safety Improvements
- Contract with The Winter Sanctuary, Inc. for emergency shelter expenses
The Board approved a bed rental agreement with Muskingum County for juvenile offenders and a $15,000 emergency shelter agreement with The Winter Sanctuary, Inc. Other actions included approving a $14,560 payment for a lift station installation and designating the Knox County Area Development Foundation to lead the county's comprehensive plan.
- Approved juvenile offender bed rental agreement with Muskingum County at $80 per bed/day
- Approved $15,000 emergency shelter agreement with The Winter Sanctuary, Inc.
- Approved $14,560 payment to Owens Electric Company for Valleywood Lift Station
- Designated Knox County Area Development Foundation, Inc. to lead Comprehensive Plan
- Approved appointment of Meralyse Dessert to Board of Developmental Disabilities
- Approved advertisement for Kay Road vacation public hearing
- Approved advertisement for Danville Amity Road safety improvement bids
- Rescinded transit planning agreement with RLS & Associates, Inc.
🗳️ How they voted (15 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider an agreement for electronic pollbooks involving the Secretary of State and the Board of Elections. The board will also review utility permits for Licking Rural Electric in Jefferson Township. Updates from the Department of Job and Family Services and the Dog Shelter are scheduled.
- Electronic Pollbook Memorandum of Understanding with the Secretary of State and Board of Elections
- Licking Rural Electric utility permit for Jelloway Road in Jefferson Township
- Licking Rural Electric utility permit for Chapel Road in Jefferson Township
- Departmental updates from Job and Family Services and the Dog Shelter
The Board approved a Memorandum of Understanding for electronic pollbooks and two utility permits for Licking Rural Electric. The Commissioners also authorized several supplemental appropriations and fund transfers, including $100,000 in new appropriations.
- Approved Electronic Pollbook MOU between Secretary of State, Board of Elections, and Commissioners
- Approved Licking Rural Electric utility permit for Jelloway Road (Jefferson Township)
- Approved Licking Rural Electric utility permit for Chapel Road (Jefferson Township)
- Approved $100,000 supplemental appropriation for salaries, insurance/pensions, and contingencies
- Approved $26,000 in appropriation adjustments for JFS/Social Services
- Approved $40,799.80 in appropriation adjustments for insurance, pensions, and contingencies
- Approved Bill List dated November 16, 2023
- Approved Then and Now Bill List dated November 16, 2023
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review resolutions for wastewater treatment plant improvements and road load rating updates. The board will also consider a service agreement for the Knox County Sheriff's Office.
- $106,146.84 payment to Workman Industrial Services, Inc. for Pleasant View Acres Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements
- $4,570.00 agreement with Richland Engineering LTD - Wallace Pancher Group for load rating updates on Yankee Street, College Hill Road, and Pleasant Valley Road
- $9,591.00 service agreement for Knox County Sheriff's Office records request services
The Board of Commissioners approved several service agreements and payments, including funds for wastewater treatment and road load rating updates. They also authorized Knox Area Transit to write off outstanding debts and approved the county bill lists.
- Approved $106,146.84 payment to Workman Industrial Services, Inc. for Pleasant View Acres Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements
- Approved $9,591.00 agreement between Knox County Sheriff's Office and Next Request powered by CivicPlus for records request services
- Approved $4,570.00 agreement between Knox County Engineer and Richland Engineering LTD - Wallace Pancher Group for 2023 load rating updates
- Approved Knox Area Transit write-off of $5,480.05 in outstanding debts
- Approved Bill List dated November 14, 2023
- Approved Then and Now Bill List dated November 14, 2023
- Approved minutes from November 9, 2023
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Knox County Commissioners approved several resolutions, including advertisements for water system improvements in Martinsburg and a public hearing for a salt brine application. The Board also authorized various contracts for Job and Family Services, finalized a resurfacing project payment, and approved several budget adjustments and bill lists. Additionally, the Board received a departmental update from Knox County 911 regarding call volumes and future system upgrades.
- Approved advertisement for Martinsburg water project funding request
- Approved advertisement for Small's Sand & Gravel salt brine public hearing
- Approved RFP for JFS youth career and outreach event
- Approved final payment of $73,450.75 for parking lot resurfacing
- Approved wastewater contract with City of Mount Vernon
- Approved $96,000 contract with Welch Legal Services
- Approved $15,000 contract with SpeakWrite
- Approved multiple budget and appropriation adjustments
🗳️ How they voted (21 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
There is no regular session scheduled for this meeting. The Board of Commissioners will only meet to approve or sign the transfer of funds, supplemental appropriations, and bills.
- Approval of Transfer of Funds
- Approval of Supplemental Appropriations
- Approval of Bills
The Board held a session dedicated to the approval of financial documents. The Commissioners approved an appropriation adjustment and two separate bill lists.
- Approved $29,642.00 appropriation adjustment from Contingencies to Contract Services (Resolution 2023-880)
- Approved Bill List dated November 7, 2023 (Resolution 2023-881)
- Approved Then and Now Bill List dated November 7, 2023 (Resolution 2023-882)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review a departmental update from the Knox County Sheriff. The session includes several resolutions regarding infrastructure, election equipment, and financial reports.
- Amendment to Beckley Road Bridge project estimated at $2,227,047.60
- Security Camera Replacement Grant Agreement for the Board of Elections
- Knox County Treasurer Depository and Investment Income Report of $114,637.87
- Authorization of payments by financial transaction devices for county expenses
The Board of Commissioners approved a resolution allowing county officials to accept credit, debit, and e-check payments for various fees and taxes. The board also approved a bridge project amendment and several grants and financial reports.
- Approved authorization for county officials to accept electronic payments for county expenses (3-0)
- Approved Beckley Road Bridge project agreement amendment with estimated total cost of $2,227,047.60 (3-0)
- Approved security camera replacement grant for Board of Elections (3-0)
- Approved October 2023 Treasurer Depository and Investment Income Report of $114,637.87 (3-0)
- Approved $238,154.00 Healthy Aging Grant from Ohio Department of Aging (3-0)
- Approved appropriation adjustments and fund transfers totaling $428,287.50 (3-0)
- Approved supplemental appropriations for Board of Elections salaries and benefits (3-0)
- Approved Bill List and Then and Now Bill List dated November 2, 2023 (3-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Knox County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular session on October 31, 2023. The agenda includes departmental updates from transit, IT, human resources, and the board of elections. One resolution proposes certifying delinquent water and wastewater accounts to the County Auditor for placement on property taxes.
- Resolution to certify delinquent water and wastewater accounts to the County Auditor
- Departmental update from Knox Area Transit
- Departmental update from Knox County I.T. Department
- Departmental update from Knox County Human Resources
- Departmental update from Knox County Board of Elections
The Board approved several appropriation adjustments and fund transfers, including a $800,000 supplemental appropriation. They also authorized the collection of delinquent water and wastewater accounts via property taxes. The Board met with the Board of Elections regarding funding requests, which will be processed at the next meeting.
- Approved certification of delinquent water and wastewater accounts for property tax placement
- Approved $222,595.57 appropriation adjustment (3-0)
- Approved $800,000.00 supplemental appropriation (3-0)
- Approved fund transfers totaling $224,524.72 to jail, parking, and service center accounts (3-0)
- Approved fund transfers of $200,000.00 each to four separate accounts (3-0)
- Approved October 31, 2023 Bill List (3-0)
- Approved October 31, 2023 Then and Now Bill List (3-0)
- Approved minutes from October 26, 2023
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review several resolutions regarding annual resurfacing projects and utility work. The session includes decisions on contract adjustments for Small's Asphalt Paving, Inc. and administrative authority for the Department of Job and Family Services.
- Change Order No. 2 for Small's Asphalt Paving, Inc. increasing balance to $1,056,308.29
- Payment Application No. 3 from Small's Asphalt Paving, Inc. for $52,152.49
- Utility Permit from Knox Energy Cooperative for 2540 Apple Valley Drive
- OPWC Disbursement for Fredericktown Amity Road Resurfacing Project of $17,816.24
- Delegating administrative authority to the Director of KCDJFS
The Board approved a contract bid packet for the Beckley Road Bridge Replacement Project and delegated administrative personnel authority to the Director of the Knox County Department of Job and Family Services. Several road resurfacing payments and a utility permit were also approved.
- Approved $2,116,378.00 contract bid packet with Rietschlin Construction, Inc. for Beckley Road Bridge Replacement Project
- Delegated administrative and personnel authority to the Director of Knox County Department of Job and Family Services
- Approved $11,647.76 change order for Small's Asphalt Paving, Inc. (Annual Resurfacing 2023)
- Approved $52,152.49 final payment to Small's Asphalt Paving, Inc. (Annual Resurfacing 2023)
- Approved $17,816.24 OPWC disbursement for Fredericktown Amity Road Resurfacing Project
- Approved utility permit for Knox Energy Cooperative at 2540 Apple Valley Drive
- Approved Bill List and Then and Now Bill List dated October 26, 2023
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions regarding infrastructure projects and grant agreements. These include payments for asphalt paving on Fredericktown Amity Road and a bridge replacement on Coffing Road.
- Utility permit for Ohio Cumberland Gas Company on Hopewell Road
- Change Order No. 1 for Small's Asphalt Paving, Inc. on Fredericktown Amity Road ($884,877.29 balance)
- Payment application for Small's Asphalt Paving, Inc. for Fredericktown Amity Road ($32,159.28)
- Payment application for Crawford Construction Company, Inc. for Coffing Road Bridge Replacement ($182,583.48)
- Healthy Aging Grant Agreement with the Ohio Department of Aging
The Board approved several payments for roadwork and bridge replacement, including a $182,583.48 payment for the Coffing Road Bridge. The Board also approved a Healthy Aging Grant Agreement and several appropriation adjustments.
- Approved utility permit for Ohio Cumberland Gas Company on Hopewell Road
- Approved $32,159.28 final payment to Small's Asphalt Paving for Fredericktown Amity Road
- Approved $182,583.48 payment to Crawford Construction Company for Coffing Road Bridge Replacement
- Approved Healthy Aging Grant Agreement with the Ohio Department of Aging
- Approved $80,000 transfer from Bridge to Engineer contract accounts
- Approved $43,956.01 supplemental appropriation for JFS Shared Cost/Personal Service
- Approved Fredericktown Amity Road contract decrease of $4,706.04
- Approved Bill List and Then and Now Bill List dated October 24, 2023
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider resolutions for transit funding and parking lot construction payments. The agenda also includes a joint application for water and sewer improvements in Clintonville/Fairgrounds. Departmental updates from Job and Family Services and the Dog Shelter are scheduled.
- $256,000 ODOT grant for Knox Area Transit operations
- Final payment and change order for parking lot improvement project
- Joint application for Clintonville/Fairgrounds water and sewer improvements
- Dumpster hauling service agreement with Site Waste Service, LLC
- Ohio Department of Health tuberculosis funding agreement
The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved multiple resolutions, including a final change order and payment for a parking lot improvement project, a joint water and sewer infrastructure application, and a transportation grant. They also received departmental updates from the Department of Job and Family Services and the Dog Shelter, and approved current bill lists.
- Approved Change Order No. 1 - Final for Brennstuhl Construction, Inc. in the amount of $8,567.50, bringing the total contract price to $125,099.50
- Approved Contractor's Application for Payment No. 1 - Final from Brennstuhl Construction, Inc. for $125,099.50
- Authorized a joint OPWC funding application with the City of Mount Vernon for the Clintonville/Fairgrounds Water Main and Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project
- Approved a Roll-Off Dumpster Hauling Service Agreement between the Knox County Engineer and Site Waste Service, LLC
- Approved an Ohio Department of Health Tuberculosis Funding Agreement not to exceed $4,937.07
- Approved an ODOT Ohio Transportation Partnership Program grant award agreement for Knox Area Transit totaling $256,000.00
- Approved the regular Bill List dated October 19, 2023
- Approved the Then and Now Bill List dated October 19, 2023
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review departmental updates from Water and Wastewater and 911. Proposed resolutions include a utility permit for Columbus Road and a software proposal for water services. The board will also consider agreements regarding furniture bank assistance and the Ohio START program.
- Utility permit for Columbus Road in Clinton Township
- GIS/Asset Management Software proposal from iamGIS Group, LLC
- TANF Subrecipient Agreement with Hope Now Furniture Bank
- 2024 Knox County Insurance Benefits Administration
- MOU for the Ohio START Program
The Board approved several resolutions including a $20,000 agreement with Hope Now Furniture Bank and a $14,000 GIS software contract for water and wastewater. They also authorized a $245,000 supplemental appropriation for engineer bridge projects and approved the 2024 insurance benefits administration.
- Approved $20,000 agreement with Hope Now Furniture Bank of Knox County
- Approved $14,000 iamGIS Group software proposal using ARPA funds
- Approved $245,000 supplemental appropriation for Engineer/Bridges projects
- Approved $4,900 leadership training agreement with Columbus State Community College
- Approved utility permit for Spectrum/Charter Communications on Columbus Road
- Approved 2024 Knox County Insurance Benefits Administration
- Approved MOU for Ohio START program between KCDJFS and PCSAO
- Approved transportation services agreement between Knox County Community Health Center and Knox Area Transit
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will meet to review several resolutions, including a bridge project and a vehicle acquisition. The agenda also includes a report on jail food costs for September 2023.
- Bid award to Rietschlin Construction, Inc. for Beckley Road Bridge Replacement: $2,116,378.00
- Retail Purchase Agreement with R. Dublin Chevrolet Acquisition LLC for a 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 3500: $66,988.00
- Knox County Sheriff - Jail Food Cost Per Meal Report for September 2023
The Board approved a construction bid for the Beckley Road Bridge and a $500,000 grant for water facility improvements in the Village of Martinsburg. Other actions included appointing an interim County Recorder and purchasing a vehicle for the Engineer's Office.
- Approved $2,116,378.00 bid award to Rietschlin Construction, Inc. for Beckley Road Bridge Replacement Project
- Approved $500,000.00 CDBG grant agreement for Village of Martinsburg water facility improvements
- Approved $66,988.00 purchase of a 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 for the County Engineer's Office
- Appointed Tara Stiltner as Interim Recorder effective October 15, 2023
- Approved September 2023 Jail Food Cost Per Meal Report ($11,193.47 total cost)
- Approved $11,760.00 deduction via Change Order No. 2 for Johnson Controls, Inc.
- Authorized County Administrator Jason Booth as signing agent for Pleasant View Acres Wastewater Treatment Plant improvements
- Approved appropriation adjustments, bill list, and 'Then and Now' bill list
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review several financial reports regarding investment and interest income for September 2023. The session also includes proposed approvals for employee leave policies, transit drug and alcohol policies, and grant acceptances.
- Knox County Treasurer Depository and Investment Income Report: $92,250.24
- Star Ohio Bank Statement (General Fund Interest): $12,774.43
- Star Ohio Bank Statement (Program Income Fund Interest): $2.35
- Victims of Crime Act and State Victims Assistance Act Grant Acceptance for Prosecutor's Office
- Establishment of charge back amounts for the Mass Notification System (WENS)
The Board approved several administrative policies, including leave for election officials and a drug and alcohol policy for Knox Area Transit. They also accepted victim assistance grants for the Prosecutor's Office and authorized various fund transfers and appropriations.
- Approved VOCA and SVAA grant acceptance for Prosecutor's Office Victim Assistance Program (3-0)
- Approved Knox County Employee Policy for Precinct Election Officials Leave (3-0)
- Approved DOT Drug and Alcohol Policy for Knox Area Transit (3-0)
- Approved $15,080 annual contract for Knox Alerts mass notification system (3-0)
- Approved $66,988 supplemental appropriation for Engineer/Roads equipment (3-0)
- Approved $143,195.46 appropriation adjustment for JFS (3-0)
- Approved September 2023 Treasurer Depository and Investment Income Report of $92,250.24 (3-0)
- Approved Bill List and Then and Now Bill List dated October 5, 2023 (3-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Knox County Board of Commissioners will conduct a bid opening for the Beckley Road Bridge Replacement Project and receive a human resources update. The board will also consider utility permits for Waterford Road and professional services agreements for Danville-Amity and Howard-Danville roads. Additionally, they will review a School Resource Officer contract.
- Bid opening for Beckley Road Bridge Replacement Project
- Mercury Broadband utility permits for Waterford Road in Middlebury Township
- Professional services agreement with Mannik Smith Group for Danville-Amity Road
- Professional services agreement with Richland Engineering LTD for Howard-Danville Road
- School Resource Officer contract for Centerburg Local School District
The Board of Knox County Commissioners approved three utility permits for Mercury Broadband and two professional service agreements for road projects. The Board also authorized a school resource officer contract for the Centerburg Local School District and approved various financial transfers and bill payments. No action was taken during an executive session regarding personnel matters.
- Approved three Mercury Broadband utility permits for Waterford Road
- Approved $9,884 professional services agreement with Mannik Smith Group
- Approved $143,602 professional services agreement with Richland Engineering
- Approved $17,000 school resource officer contract for Centerburg schools
- Approved $226,591.90 appropriation adjustment and fund transfer
- Approved $86,555 supplemental appropriation
- Approved $250,000 fund transfer
- Approved October 3, 2023, bill lists