Lexington public meetings in 2025
17 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Meeting
The Lexington Village Council adopted Ordinance 25-35, setting permanent appropriations for 2026, and Ordinance 25-36, amending the 2025 budget. They also authorized the administrative director to spend up to $5,000 without council approval for the rest of 2025 and granted employees four extra hours on Christmas Eve. All votes were unanimous (7-0).
- Adopted Ordinance 25-35, 2026 permanent appropriations (7-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 25-36, 2025 budget amendments (7-0)
- Authorized administrative director to spend up to $5,000 without council approval until Dec 31, 2025 (7-0)
- Approved four extra hours Christmas Eve vacation for all employees (7-0)
- Approved minutes of Dec 1, 2025 meeting (7-0)
- Set adjournment time for 8:20 p.m. (7-0)
Meeting
The Village Council approved the first reading of the 2026 operating budget ordinance, renewed employee Sidecar health insurance at a 2.2% increase, and continued the 5.75% employee contribution. It also approved a Menorah display at Community Park from December 14-22, 2025, and approved a longevity buyout for employees. No final budget adoption occurred; the ordinance remains in first reading.
- Approved minutes of November 17, 2025 meeting (6-0-1)
- Set adjournment time for 8:30 p.m. (7-0)
- Approved Menorah display at Community Park Dec 14-22, 2025 (7-0)
- Renewed Sidecar health insurance at 2.2% (7-0)
- Continued employee contribution of 5.75% for Sidecar health coverage (7-0)
- Approved longevity budgeted buyout of 2025 to employees (7-0)
- Held Ordinance 25-35 (2026 appropriations) to first reading (7-0)
Meeting
Council voted 6-0 to rezone 85 South Mill Street from Residential (R) to Light Industrial (I-1) via Ordinance 25-32. It also adopted Resolution 25-33 to apply for ODOT TAP grant funding for a Fox Road sidewalk project, and Ordinance 25-34 for permanent budget amendments and appropriations. Additionally, Council approved the sale of skate park equipment to Skate Ohio Group, with the process to include public notices and likely use of GovDeals.
- Approved Ordinance 25-32, rezoning 85 South Mill Street from Residential (R) to Light Industrial (I-1).
- Adopted Resolution 25-33, authorizing application for ODOT TAP grant for a Fox Road sidewalk project (north side, water tower to Delaware).
- Adopted Ordinance 25-34, providing permanent budget amendments and appropriations for water, sewer, ARPA, law enforcement, and general funds.
- Approved motion to proceed with sale of skate park property/equipment to Skate Ohio Group.
- Approved minutes of November 3, 2025 meeting.
- Set adjournment time for 8:10 p.m.; meeting adjourned at 8:01 p.m.
- Excused Councilman Bacin from the meeting.
Meeting
Council approved $66,690 for an emergency generator at US Route 42, adopted a permanent budget amendment ordinance, and approved a one-time $10,000 compensation for the Village Administrator. A rezoning ordinance for 85 South Mill Street was held to first reading. No citizen comments were heard.
- Approved $66,690 for emergency generator at US Route 42 (7-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 25-31, permanent budget amendments and appropriations (7-0)
- Approved one-time $10,000 compensation for Village Administrator (7-0)
- Held Ordinance 25-32, rezoning 85 South Mill Street to I-1, to first reading
- Approved minutes of October 20, 2025 (7-0)
- Set adjournment time for 8:25 p.m. (7-0)
Meeting
Council approved Resolution 25-26 to sell two police patrol vehicles via GovDeals, with the auction starting October 1st. It also adopted Ordinance 25-28, authorizing a three-year agreement with Lexington-Troy Township Union Cemetery for grave excavation services at $200 per grave. Additionally, Council approved a sign variance for Kimmy's Cucina (three signs, not five) and allowed Loan Depot to install signage at the back of The NOTE. A zoning change for 65 South Mill Street was held to first reading.
- Approved Resolution 25-26 to sell two police patrol vehicles on GovDeals, auction starting October 1st.
- Adopted Ordinance 25-28 for a three-year grave excavation agreement with Lexington-Troy Township Union Cemetery at $200 per grave.
- Approved sign variance for Kimmy's Cucina allowing three signs (not five) on yearly permit renewal.
- Approved Loan Depot's request to install a sign at the back entrance of The NOTE.
- Set Trick or Treat for October 30th from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
- Approved minutes of September 2, 2025, with one abstention.
- Approved Finance Report for August as presented.
- Held Ordinance 25-27 (zoning change for 65 South Mill Street) to first reading.
Meeting
Council approved renewing the village's property and liability insurance with Wichert Insurance and adding governmental crime and cyber liability coverage, increasing the premium by 2.9% to $70,510 for 2025 plus $506 and $3,896 for the new coverages. A public hearing on rezoning 65 South Mill Street from Light Industrial to Transitional was closed with no comments; first and second readings are set for September 15 and October 6. Council also approved the August 4 minutes, the July finance report, and excused Councilman Earick.
- Approved renewing property/liability insurance and adding governmental crime and cyber liability coverage
- Closed public hearing on rezoning 65 South Mill Street; readings scheduled for Sept 15 and Oct 6
- Approved minutes of August 4, 2025 regular meeting (5-0-1)
- Approved July finance report as presented
- Excused Councilman Earick from the meeting (6-0)
- Set adjournment time for 8:15 p.m. (6-0)
- Adjourned before the appointed hour (6-0)
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Meeting
The Lexington Village Council meeting on August 4, 2025, was largely procedural, with no substantive policy decisions. The council approved the June finance report and the minutes from the July 7 meeting. Administrative reports covered completed road repairs, water valve replacements, and park improvements, but no ordinances or resolutions were voted on.
- Approved June finance report as presented (6-0)
- Approved minutes of July 7, 2025 regular meeting (6-0, 1 abstention)
- Set adjournment time for 8:30 p.m. (6-0)
- Excused Councilman Benson from meeting (6-0)
Meeting
The Village Council unanimously adopted the FY2026 tax budget and approved several resolutions and ordinances, including accepting a NOPEC grant for Senior Center windows, a water tank maintenance agreement, and an ODOT sidewalk project. All votes were 6-0. No public comments were made during the tax budget hearing.
- Adopted Resolution 25-19: FY2026 tax budget, declared an emergency.
- Adopted Resolution 25-20: Updated bank account and safe deposit box officials.
- Adopted Resolution 25-21: Authorized water tank maintenance agreement with Utility Service Co., Inc.
- Adopted Ordinance 25-22: Accepted NOPEC 2025 grant for Senior Center windows.
- Adopted Resolution 25-23: Approved payment for 15-year water meter maintenance agreement.
- Adopted Resolution 25-24: Entered ODOT agreement for Plymouth Street sidewalk and multi-use path.
- Adopted Ordinance 25-25: Made July budget amendments for general and sewer funds.
- Approved EPA grant monies for a permanent generator at the US Route 42 South water tower.
Meeting
The Village Council approved all requested Blueberry Festival permits and waivers, including parade permits, banner placements, and a noise ordinance waiver. Council also adopted three items: a resolution authorizing a contract with Edge Landscape Architecture for the Depot and Trailhead project, an ordinance establishing zoning districts for previously annexed property, and an ordinance providing budget amendments and appropriations for the Senior Depot. All votes were unanimous (6-0).
- Approved all Blueberry Festival requests: parade permits for Aug 14 and Aug 17, sponsor banners, OhioHealth banners, and noise waiver until midnight Aug 14-16.
- Adopted Resolution No. 25-16 authorizing the Mayor or Administrative Director to sign the Depot and Trailhead proposal from Edge Landscape Architecture.
- Adopted Ordinance No. 25-17 establishing zoned districts for annexed property.
- Adopted Ordinance No. 25-18 providing permanent budget amendments and appropriations for June for the Lexington Senior Depot, including a $3,000 donation for a sound system and veteran lunches.
- Approved the minutes of the May 19, 2025 meeting.
- Set the time of adjournment for 8:30 p.m.
Meeting
The Village Council approved all four items on the agenda. They authorized a contract with Brennstuhl Construction Co. for street resurfacing, approved a construction license agreement with the Richland County Park District for the Main Street parks and streetscape project, passed a permanent budget amendment for May, and updated bank account signatories. All votes were unanimous (7-0).
- Approved Resolution 25-12 updating authorized signatories on Village bank accounts and safe deposit box.
- Approved Resolution 25-13 authorizing a contract with Brennstuhl Construction Co. for street resurfacing.
- Approved Ordinance 25-14 for permanent budget amendments and appropriations for May.
- Approved Resolution 25-15 authorizing a construction license agreement with Richland County Park District for the Main Street project.
- Approved minutes of the May 5, 2025 meeting.
- Approved Finance Report for March and April 2025.
- Waived Memorial Day parade permit fee for VFW Post 5101.
- Set adjournment time for 8:30 p.m.
Meeting
The Village Council approved a conditional use for Buckeye Express car wash to renovate the former Rite-Aid building at 355 East Main Street. Council also authorized the purchase of a small parcel along US Route 42 South for a culvert replacement project. The meeting was a joint session with Troy Township Trustees, who nominated Mike Schuster to the 2026 Cemetery Board. The minutes of the April 21, 2025 meeting were approved.
- Approved Buckeye Express car wash development at the former Rite Aid building, 355 East Main Street
- Authorized the Village to purchase property (0.0151 acres) along US Route 42 South for culvert replacement
- Approved minutes of the April 21, 2025 Regular Council Meeting
- Nominated Troy Township Trustee Mike Schuster to serve on the 2026 Cemetery Board
- Set time of adjournment for 8:30 p.m.
- Excused Councilmen Earick and Wise from the meeting
- Closed the joint meeting with Troy Township Trustees
Meeting
The Village Council unanimously adopted two ordinances: one adjusting water, sanitary sewer, and storm sewer rates effective May 1, 2025, and January 1, 2028, with monthly billing; the other making permanent budget amendments and appropriations for April. Both passed 7-0. The council also approved the April 7 minutes, the March finance report, and set an early adjournment time.
- Adopted Ordinance 25-10: permanent budget amendments and appropriations for April (7-0).
- Adopted Ordinance 25-11: water, sewer, and storm sewer rate adjustments effective May 1, 2025, and January 1, 2028, with monthly billing (7-0).
- Approved minutes of April 7, 2025, with noted changes (7-0).
- Accepted the March finance report, noting a ten-cent posting error (7-0).
- Set adjournment time for 8:15 p.m. (7-0).
- Adjourned early at 7:54 p.m. (7-0).
Meeting
The Village Council meeting was largely procedural. Council approved the minutes of the March 17 meeting and set an adjournment time. Two ordinances were introduced and held to first reading: one for permanent budget amendments and appropriations for April, and one adjusting village water, sewer, and storm sewer rates effective May 1, 2025, and January 1, 2028. No substantive decisions were made on these items.
- Approved the minutes of the March 17, 2025, Regular Council Meeting (7-0).
- Set the time of adjournment for 8:15 p.m. (7-0).
- Held Ordinance No. 25-10 (permanent budget amendments and appropriations for April) to first reading.
- Held an ordinance adjusting village water, sanitary sewer, and storm sewer rates to first reading.
- Adjourned the meeting early at 7:48 p.m. (7-0).
Meeting
The Village Council voted unanimously to draft a permission letter for BJ Price of Skate Ohio to proceed with obtaining funds for the skate park revitalization on Plymouth Street. Council also approved a request from Grace Dixon to hold a public barbecue at Community Park on July 27, 2025. The minutes were approved, and the financial report was accepted. No ordinances or resolutions were considered.
- Approved motion to draft permission letter for Skate Ohio to obtain funds for skate park revitalization (7-0)
- Approved Grace Dixon's request to hold a barbecue at Community Park on July 27, 2025 (7-0)
- Approved minutes of March 3, 2025 meeting (7-0)
- Approved financial report for February (7-0)
- Set adjournment time for 8:15 p.m. (7-0)
Meeting
The Village Council approved a $21,440 contract for three street sweeping sessions, part of the Main Street Corridor Phase #1. They also adopted Ordinance 25-05 (codified ordinance updates) and Resolutions 25-06 through 25-09, including agreements for emergency protection with Troy Township, soccer and baseball/softball field use, and a connector road planning study with Davey Resource Group. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on the ordinance.
- Approved $21,440 for three street sweeping sessions (6-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 25-05 to revise codified ordinances (5-0, 1 abstention)
- Adopted Resolution 25-06 for emergency protection contract with Troy Township (6-0)
- Adopted Resolution 25-07 for Lexington Soccer Fields agreement at Patriot Park (6-0)
- Adopted Resolution 25-08 for Lexington Baseball/Softball Association agreement (6-0)
- Adopted Resolution 25-09 for RIC-SR97 connector road planning study with Davey Resource Group (6-0)
Meeting
The Village Council approved a purchase of up to $3,500 for a new water heater at Village Hall, and approved a right-of-way acquisition for culvert repairs on State Route 42. The Council also approved the minutes from the February 3 meeting and set an adjournment time of 8:15 p.m. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved the minutes of the February 3, 2025 Regular Council Meeting.
- Set the time of adjournment for 8:15 p.m.
- Approved the Finance report for January.
- Approved the purchase of a new water heater for Village Hall, up to $3,500.
- Approved the right-of-way acquisition for culvert repairs on State Route 42.
Meeting
The council approved Resolution 25-03 to accept the NOPEC 2025 Energized Community Grant, which will fund new windows in the Depot Senior Center dining area. It also adopted Ordinance 25-04 to update the range of compensation for village employees, a routine housekeeping measure last updated in 2023. All votes were unanimous (6-0).
- Approved Resolution 25-03 accepting NOPEC grant for Depot Senior Center windows (6-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 25-04 establishing employee compensation ranges (6-0)
- Approved minutes of January 21, 2025 meeting (5-0, 1 abstention)
- Excused Councilman Wise from meeting (6-0)
- Set adjournment time for 8:15 p.m. (6-0)