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OxfordOH averageUS Census ACS
Population
22,069
Per-capita income
$20,642
Median home value
$232,200
Bachelor's or higher
64%
Typical home value $351,650 +2.6% yr/yr · +25.2% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
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Wed Aug 5, 2026 · 19:00

Environmental Commission

Environmental Commission to discuss Forest Park programs and sustainability goals

The Environmental Commission will meet to review environmental awareness programs for Forest Park and receive an update on 2026 sustainability goals. The meeting also includes updates from city staff and representatives from City Council and the Planning Commission.

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15 S. College Avenue, Oxford
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ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION AGENDA: August 5, 2026 Municipal Building 15 South College Ave. Oxford, Ohio 45056 First Floor Conference Room 7:00 PM Jason Bracken, Chair, Planning Commission Representative and City Council Member; Jim Vinch, Vice-Chair and City Council Representative; Peggy Branstrator; Michael Vanni; Ken Vincent; Becky Mathers; Barbara Smyth Reena Murphy, Sustainability Coordinator Approval of Agenda Approval of Minutes 1. Approval of the June 3rd Minutes Old Business New Business 1. Forest Park Environmental Awareness Programs (Wright Gwyn, Program Manager) 2. 2026 Sustainability Goals Update 3. Member Updates • City Council • Planning Commission • OPTAB • OCASC 4. Staff Updates Adjournment
Thu Aug 6, 2026 · 18:00

General

Police commission to hear Flock camera presentation

The Oxford Police Community Relations & Review Commission will hold a regular meeting. The main item is a presentation and discussion of Flock cameras, a law enforcement technology. Public comments will be taken on both agenda and non-agenda items.

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Old Oxford Courthouse
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POLICE COMMUNITY RELATIONS & REVIEW COMMISSION AGENDA: August 6, 2026 Courthouse 6:00 PM Comments from the Public are welcome at two different times during the course of the meeting: (1) Comments on items not on the Agenda will be heard under Public Comments and (2) Comments on all Agenda Items will be heard during Commission consideration of said item. Please wait until you are recognized by the Chair, state your name and address so that your comments may be properly recorded and limit your remarks to a period of five minutes or less. Approval of Agenda Approval of Minutes From the May 21, 2026 Meeting Public Comments (for items not on the agenda) New Business 1. Flock Camera Presentation and Discussion Adjournment
Thu Aug 6, 2026 · 17:00

Housing Advisory Commission

118 West High Street , Oxford
Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 17:30

Public Arts Commission of Oxford

118 West High Street , Oxford
Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 12:30

General

15 S College Avenue, Oxford
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 19:00

Planning Commission

118 W High Street, Oxford
Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 18:00

Historic & Architectural Preservation Commission

118 W High Street, Oxford
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 09:00

General

15 S. College Ave, Oxford
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 19:30

City Council

Courthouse 118 West High Street, Oxford
Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Appeals Building/Housing

118 West High St. , Oxford
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 18:30

Board of Zoning Appeals

118 W High Street, Oxford
Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 19:30

City Council

Courthouse 118 West Hight Street, Oxford
Wed Sep 2, 2026 · 19:00

Environmental Commission

15 S. College Avenue, Oxford
Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 17:00

Housing Advisory Commission

118 West High Street , Oxford
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 19:00

Planning Commission

118 W High Street, Oxford
Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 18:00

Historic & Architectural Preservation Commission

118 W High Street, Oxford
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 18:30

General

Courthouse 118 West High Street, Oxford
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 17:30

Public Arts Commission of Oxford

15 South College Avenue, Oxford
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 19:30

City Council

Courthouse 118 West High Street, Oxford
Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Appeals Building/Housing

118 West High St. , Oxford
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 18:30

Board of Zoning Appeals

118 W High Street, Oxford
Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 17:00

Housing Advisory Commission

118 West High Street , Oxford
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 19:30

City Council

Courthouse 118 West Hight Street, Oxford
Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 19:00

Environmental Commission

15 S. College Avenue, Oxford
Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 18:30

General

Courthouse 118 West High Street, Oxford
Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 17:30

Public Arts Commission of Oxford

15 South College Avenue, Oxford
Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 09:00

General

15 S. College Ave, Oxford
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 19:00

Planning Commission

118 W High Street, Oxford
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 18:00

Historic & Architectural Preservation Commission

118 W High Street, Oxford
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 19:30

City Council

Courthouse 118 West High Street, Oxford
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 18:30

Board of Zoning Appeals

118 W High Street, Oxford
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 19:30

City Council

Courthouse 118 West High Street, Oxford
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 19:00

Environmental Commission

15 S. College Avenue, Oxford
Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 17:00

Housing Advisory Commission

118 West High Street , Oxford
Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 17:30

Public Arts Commission of Oxford

15 South College Avenue, Oxford
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 19:00

Planning Commission

118 W High Street, Oxford
Wed Nov 11, 2026 · 18:00

Historic & Architectural Preservation Commission

118 W High Street, Oxford
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 19:30

City Council

Courthouse 118 West High Street, Oxford
Tue Nov 24, 2026 · 18:30

Board of Zoning Appeals

118 W High Street, Oxford
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 19:30

City Council

Courthouse 118 West High Street, Oxford
Wed Dec 2, 2026 · 19:00

Environmental Commission

15 S. College Avenue, Oxford
Thu Dec 3, 2026 · 17:00

Housing Advisory Commission

118 West High Street , Oxford
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 19:00

Planning Commission

118 W High Street, Oxford
Wed Dec 9, 2026 · 18:00

Historic & Architectural Preservation Commission

118 W High Street, Oxford
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 17:30

Public Arts Commission of Oxford

15 South College Avenue, Oxford
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 19:30

City Council

Courthouse 118 West High Street, Oxford
Tue Dec 22, 2026 · 18:30

Board of Zoning Appeals

118 W High Street, Oxford
Tue Jan 5, 2027 · 19:30

City Council

Courthouse 118 West High Street, Oxford
Thu Jan 7, 2027 · 17:00

Housing Advisory Commission

20 South Elm Street, Oxford
Tue Jan 12, 2027 · 19:00

Planning Commission

118 W High Street, Oxford
Wed Jan 13, 2027 · 18:00

Historic & Architectural Preservation Commission

118 W High Street, Oxford
Tue Jan 19, 2027 · 19:30

City Council

Courthouse 118 West High Street, Oxford
Tue Jan 26, 2027 · 18:30

Board of Zoning Appeals

118 W High Street, Oxford
Tue Feb 2, 2027 · 19:30

City Council

Courthouse 118 West High Street, Oxford
Tue Feb 9, 2027 · 19:00

Planning Commission

118 W High Street, Oxford
Wed Feb 10, 2027 · 18:00

Historic & Architectural Preservation Commission

118 W High Street, Oxford
Tue Feb 16, 2027 · 19:30

City Council

Courthouse 118 West High Street, Oxford
Tue Feb 23, 2027 · 18:30

Board of Zoning Appeals

118 W High Street, Oxford
Tue Mar 2, 2027 · 19:30

City Council

Courthouse 118 West High Street, Oxford
Tue Mar 9, 2027 · 19:00

Planning Commission

118 W High Street, Oxford
Wed Mar 10, 2027 · 18:00

Historic & Architectural Preservation Commission

118 W High Street, Oxford
Tue Mar 16, 2027 · 19:30

City Council

Courthouse 118 West High Street, Oxford
Tue Apr 6, 2027 · 19:30

City Council

Courthouse 118 West High Street, Oxford
Tue Apr 13, 2027 · 19:00

Planning Commission

118 W High Street, Oxford
Wed Apr 14, 2027 · 18:00

Historic & Architectural Preservation Commission

118 W High Street, Oxford
Tue Apr 20, 2027 · 19:30

City Council

Courthouse 118 West High Street, Oxford
Tue May 4, 2027 · 19:30

City Council

Courthouse 118 West High Street, Oxford
Tue May 11, 2027 · 19:00

Planning Commission

118 W High Street, Oxford
Wed May 12, 2027 · 18:00

Historic & Architectural Preservation Commission

118 W High Street, Oxford
Tue May 18, 2027 · 19:30

City Council

Courthouse 118 West High Street, Oxford
Tue Jun 1, 2027 · 19:30

City Council

Courthouse 118 West High Street, Oxford
Tue Jun 8, 2027 · 19:00

Planning Commission

118 W High Street, Oxford
Wed Jun 9, 2027 · 18:00

Historic & Architectural Preservation Commission

118 W High Street, Oxford
Tue Jun 15, 2027 · 19:30

City Council

Courthouse 118 West High Street, Oxford
Tue Jul 6, 2027 · 19:30

City Council

Courthouse 118 West High Street, Oxford
Tue Jul 20, 2027 · 19:30

City Council

Courthouse 118 West High Street, Oxford
Tue Aug 3, 2027 · 19:30

City Council

Courthouse 118 West High Street, Oxford
Tue Aug 17, 2027 · 19:30

City Council

Courthouse 118 West High Street, Oxford
Tue Sep 7, 2027 · 19:30

City Council

Courthouse 118 West High Street, Oxford
Tue Oct 5, 2027 · 19:30

City Council

Courthouse 118 West High Street, Oxford
Tue Nov 2, 2027 · 19:30

City Council

Courthouse 118 West High Street, Oxford

Recent meetings

Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 19:30

City Council

Council considers annexation of 6.753 acres for Ambassadors’ Pointe Community Church

City Council will consider a first reading of an ordinance to annex land for Ambassadors’ Pointe Community Church. The body is also reviewing supplemental budget appropriations for fiscal year 2026 and updates to parking prohibitions.

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Courthouse 118 West Hight Street, Oxford
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AGENDA OXFORD CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING COURTHOUSE TUESDAY, AUGUST 4, 2026 AT 7:30 PM Michael Smith, Mayor Alex French, Vice-Mayor Amber Franklin Jason Bracken Roxanne Ornelas William Snavely Jim Vinch MEETING PROCEDURE: Comments from the Public are welcome at two different times during the course of the meeting: (1) Comments on items not on the Agenda, and Consent Agenda items, will be heard under Public Comments – and (2) Comments on all Resolutions and Ordinances will be heard during Council consideration of said item. Please wait until you are recognized by the Mayor, state your name and address so that your comments may be properly recorded and limit your remarks to a period of five minutes or less. 1. Roll Call. 2. Pledge of Allegiance. 3. Approval of Agenda. 4. Public Participation. A. Appointments to Boards & Commissions B. Notice to Legislative Authority - The Chicken Fingers LLC. 30 W Walnut St. Oxford, Ohio, 45056 (Douglas R. Elliott, Jr., City Manager) C. Public Comments The purpose of the public comments section is for members of the public to speak to the City Council on any subject not scheduled on the Agenda, except consent agenda items. To speak, you may approach the podium and wait to be addressed by the Mayor. You will need to state your name and address for the public record. City Council values your comments, and Council rules limit public comments to five minutes for each pers …
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Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 19:00

General

Oxford City Council to hold closed session on litigation and appointments

The Oxford City Council will meet on August 4, 2026, at 7:00 PM for an executive session. The closed meeting will discuss pending or threatened litigation and potential appointments to boards and commissions under Ohio Revised Code sections.

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Courthouse 118 West High Street, Oxford
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AGENDA OXFORD CITY COUNCIL EXECUTIVE SESSION COURTHOUSE TUESDAY, AUGUST 4, 2026 AT 7:00 PM Michael Smith, Mayor Alex French, Vice-Mayor Amber Franklin Jason Bracken Roxanne Ornelas William Snavely Jim Vinch 1. Roll Call. 2. Executive Session A. O.R.C. Section 121.22 (G)(3) To Consider Pending And Threatened Litigation and O.R.C. 121.22(G)(1) To Consider Appointments to Boards and Commissions 3. Adjourn.
Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 10:30

Climate Action Steering Committee

Climate Action Steering Committee to hear Green Umbrella fellowship presentation

The committee will meet to review sustainability goals and receive a presentation from a Green Umbrella Climate Action Fellow. Members will also provide updates from City Council, the Planning Commission, OPTAB, the Environmental Commission, and Miami University.

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15 S. College Avenue, Oxford
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CLIMATE ACTION STEERING COMMITTEE AGENDA: August 4, 2026 Municipal Building 15 South College Ave. Oxford, Ohio 45056 First Floor Conference Room 10:30 AM Mark Boardman, Chair; Sandi Woy Hazelton, Vice Chair; David Gorchov; Jim Vinch, City Council Member; Jason Bracken, City Council Member; Ann Kaufman Webster, Planning Representative; Peggy Branstrator, Environmental Commission Representative; Olivia Herron, Miami University Representative Reena Murphy, Sustainability Coordinator Approval of Agenda Approval of Minutes 1. Approval of the November 20th, 2025 Minutes Old Business New Business 1. Green Umbrella Climate Action Fellowship Presentation (Tera Paro, Fellow) 2. Brief 2026 Sustainability Goals Update 3. Member Updates: • City Council • Planning Commission • OPTAB • Environmental Commission • Miami University Adjournment
Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 19:30

City Council

Council to vote on $283,846 water treatment payment and mutual police aid agreement

The Oxford City Council will consider resolutions authorizing a $283,846 payment to the Ohio Water Development Authority for water treatment plant improvements and entry into the Butler County Mutual Police Aid Agreement. On second reading, ordinances include charter amendments for the November ballot, easements for a passenger rail platform and trail construction, and appropriation of property for the Amtrak station project.

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Courthouse 118 West High Street, Oxford
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AGENDA OXFORD CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING COURTHOUSE TUESDAY, JULY 21, 2026 AT 7:30 PM Michael Smith, Mayor Alex French, Vice-Mayor Amber Franklin Jason Bracken Roxanne Ornelas William Snavely Jim Vinch MEETING PROCEDURE: Comments from the Public are welcome at two different times during the course of the meeting: (1) Comments on items not on the Agenda, and Consent Agenda items, will be heard under Public Comments – and (2) Comments on all Resolutions and Ordinances will be heard during Council consideration of said item. Please wait until you are recognized by the Mayor, state your name and address so that your comments may be properly recorded and limit your remarks to a period of five minutes or less. 1. Roll Call. 2. Pledge of Allegiance. 3. Approval of Agenda. 4. Public Participation. A. Public Comments The purpose of the public comments section is for members of the public to speak to the City Council on any subject not scheduled on the Agenda, except consent agenda items. To speak, you may approach the podium and wait to be addressed by the Mayor. You will need to state your name and address for the public record. City Council values your comments, and Council rules limit public comments to five minutes for each person. Presentations are not to be in the form of public debate, personal attacks on Council, City staff, or other members of the public, and Council shall not act except to direct the City …
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Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 17:30

General

Public Arts Commission to review three Amtrak platform mural designs

The Public Arts Commission of Oxford will meet to approve the agenda and minutes, then review three semi-finalist designs for an Amtrak platform mural project. They will also receive an update on maintenance for an existing civil rights mural.

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118 West High Street , Oxford
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PUBLIC ARTS COMMISSION OF OXFORD AGENDA: July 20, 2026 Courthouse 118 West High Street Oxford, Ohio 45056 5:30 PM Approval of Agenda Approval of Minutes 1. Minutes from the June 8th, 2026 Meeting New Business 1. Review Three Semi-Finalist Design Concepts for the Amtrak Platform Mural Project a. Alex Maksiov b. Damien Mitchell c. Key Detail: Andrey & Julia Kravtsov 2. Update on the Care and Maintenance of The Changemakers of Oxford, Civil Rights Mural Announcements Adjournment
Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 18:30

Board of Zoning Appeals

Board to hear variance appeal for 222 N Elm Street front yard and roof

The Oxford Board of Zoning Appeals will convene to review a variance request for a property at 222 N Elm Street. The applicant seeks relief from minimum front yard setback and roof pitch requirements under Sections 1143.03(c) and 1143.03(d)(5)(B).

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118 W High Street, Oxford
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AGENDA BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS WEDNESDAY, July 15, 2026 6:30 P.M. Oxford Courthouse 118 W High Street MEMBERS Philip Russo, Chair Gerald Yearwood Steve Chaffin, Vice Chair Matt Wyatt Jon Creech, Secretary STAFF Sam Perry, Director, Community Development Zachary Moore, City Planner/GIS Coordinator Christopher Conard, Law Director I. Call to Order II. Approval of March 24, 2026 Minutes of the Regular Meeting 1 III. New Business BZA -202 6-01, 222 N Elm Street, VARIANCE to Section 11 43.03(c), minimum front yard setback and Section 1143.03(d)(5)(B) minimu m roof pitch , Veite Design LLC c/o Nicholas Veite, Applicant/Agent 4 IV. Adjournment MEETING PROCEDURE : The Board of Zoning Appeals is a quasi -judicial board. Our primary function is to hear testimony and issue decisions. Unlike other City boards and commissions, we only hear relevant, sworn testimony from the Applicant, his/her duly appointed agent or attorney, and any other person with standing to testify in a particular matter. The Applicant has the right to cross -examine any testimony given. Our hearings are open to public attendance, but public comment, opinion and discussion are not considered te stimony and will not be heard. Please wait until you are recognized by the Chair, state your name and address so that your comments may be properly recorded. Applicants are to limit their testimony to fifteen (15) minutes, including any information presented by his/her duly …
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Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Appeals Building/Housing

118 West High St. , Oxford
Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 19:00

Planning Commission

118 W High Street, Oxford
Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 12:30

General

Oxford Recreation Board to review park plans and skate park design

The Oxford Recreation Board will meet to approve the meeting agenda and minutes, receive a progress update on the Park Master Plan and 2027 Capital Budget Request, and discuss a new skate park design concept. The board will also address a transition to citywide event permitting and hear administrative reports.

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15 S College Ave, Oxford
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OXFORD RECREATION BOARD AGENDA: July 13, 2026 Oxford Municipal Building, Second Floor Conference Room, 15 South College Ave, Oxford, OH 45056 12:30 PM Roll Call Approval of Agenda 1. Approval of the Agenda for July 13, 2026, Oxford Recreation Board Meeting Approval of Minutes 1. Approval of the Minutes from June 8, 2026, Meeting of the Oxford Recreation Board Public Comment Old Business 1. Park Master Plan Progress Update 2. 2027 Capital Budget Request Update 3. Skate Park Design Concept New Business 1. Citywide Event Permitting Transition Report 1. Parks and Recreation Administrative Report 2. Recreation Board Member Administrative Reports Adjournment
Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 17:30

Public Arts Commission of Oxford

Amtrak platform mural design concepts to be reviewed

The Public Arts Commission will review three semi-finalist design concepts for the Amtrak Platform Mural Project. The artists under consideration are Alex Maksiov, Damien Mitchell, and the team of Andrey & Julia Kravtsov. The meeting will also include approval of the agenda and minutes from the June 8th, 2026 meeting.

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PUBLIC ARTS COMMISSION OF OXFORD AGENDA: July 13, 2026 Courthouse 118 West High Street Oxford, Ohio 45056 5:30 PM Approval of Agenda Approval of Minutes 1. Minutes from the June 8th, 2026 Meeting New Business 1. Review Three Semi-Finalist Design Concepts for the Amtrak Platform Mural Project a. Alex Maksiov b. Damien Mitchell c. Key Detail: Andrey & Julia Kravtsov Announcements Adjournment
Wed Jul 8, 2026 · 18:00

Historic & Architectural Preservation Commission

Commission to decide on demolition and sign changes for Oxford properties

The Historic & Architectural Preservation Commission will review demolition and renovation proposals for several Oxford buildings, including a vacant bookstore site. It will also consider updates to preservation guidelines and administrative decisions on signage and lighting changes.

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118 W High Street, Oxford
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AGENDA HISTORIC AND ARCHITECTURAL PRESERVATION COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, July 8 , 2026 6:00 P.M. Oxford Courthouse 118 W High Street MEMBERS Dana Miller, Chair Corey Watt, Planning Commission Representative Alex French, Council Representative Kelsey Stryffe Brad Spurlock , Vice-Chair Alia Levar Wegner Sean Wagner STAFF Sam Perry, Director, Community Development I. Call to Order II. Approval of Agenda III. Public Comments IV. Approval of Minutes of March 11 , 2026 1 V. New Business COFA -202 6-04 , 110 E High Street, CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS , demolition of existing vacant bookstore building and construction of new principal mixed -use building, Emily Lubbers, Applicant/Agent 3 VI. Preservation Plan and Design Guidelines Update VII. Administrative Decisions 28 HAPC -2026 -03, 6 N Beech Street, CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS , wall sign replacement, Lisa Leishman, Applicant/Agent 29 MEETING PROCEDURE : Comments from the public are welcome at two different times during the course of the meeting: (1) Comments on items not on the Agenda will be heard under Public Comments – and (2) Comments for all public hearing items will be heard during HAPC consideration of said item. Please wait until you are recognized by the Chair, join the Commission table, state your name and address so that your comments may be properly recorded and li mit your remarks to a period of four minutes or less. HAPC -2026 -04, 130 E High Street, …
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Tue Jul 7, 2026 · 19:30

City Council

Oxford City Council to vote on water treatment plant, fleet vehicles, and Amtrak station land

The Oxford City Council will meet on July 7, 2026, to consider resolutions authorizing a new water treatment plant contract, purchasing two fleet vehicles, and acquiring land for the BUT-Oxford Amtrak Station project. The council will also hold a first reading on a charter amendment for the November 2026 ballot and easement agreements for trail and rail platform construction. Second readings will include final approvals for two subdivision plats in the Lake Forest area.

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✓ Decided: Council approved $50K opioid settlement fund for cold weather shelter

The Oxford City Council approved a $50,000 donation from the Opioid Settlement Fund to Sheltering Oxford for an emergency cold weather shelter and related opioid abatement services. The council also adopted resolutions for a water treatment plant contract amendment, purchase of two replacement fleet vehicles, property acquisition for the Amtrak station project, and the 2026 ADA Transition Plan. Several ordinances received first reading, including proposed charter amendments for the November ballot, and two final subdivision plats (Lake Forest and Lake Forest Cove Section 1) were adopted on second reading.

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AGENDA OXFORD CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING COURTHOUSE TUESDAY, JULY 7, 2026 AT 7:30 PM Michael Smith, Mayor Alex French, Vice-Mayor Amber Franklin Jason Bracken Roxanne Ornelas William Snavely Jim Vinch MEETING PROCEDURE: Comments from the Public are welcome at two different times during the course of the meeting: (1) Comments on items not on the Agenda, and Consent Agenda items, will be heard under Public Comments – and (2) Comments on all Resolutions and Ordinances will be heard during Council consideration of said item. Please wait until you are recognized by the Mayor, state your name and address so that your comments may be properly recorded and limit your remarks to a period of five minutes or less. 1. Roll Call. 2. Pledge of Allegiance. 3. Approval of Agenda. 4. Public Participation. A. Proclamation TOPSS Grand Opening B. Public Comments The purpose of the public comments section is for members of the public to speak to the City Council on any subject not scheduled on the Agenda, except consent agenda items. To speak, you may approach the podium and wait to be addressed by the Mayor. You will need to state your name and address for the public record. City Council values your comments, and Council rules limit public comments to five minutes for each person. Presentations are not to be in the form of public debate, personal attacks on Council, City staff, or other members of the public, and Council …
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MINUTES OXFORD CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING COURTHOUSE TUESDAY, JULY 7, 2026 AT 7:30 PM MEETING PROCEDURE: Comments from the Public are welcome at two different times during the course of the meeting: (1) Comments on items not on the Agenda, and Consent Agenda items, will be heard under Public Comments – and (2) Comments on all Resolutions and Ordinances will be heard during Council consideration of said item. Please wait until you are recognized by the Mayor, state your name and address so that your comments may be properly recorded and limit your remarks to a period of five minutes or less. 1. Roll Call. A regular meeting of the Oxford City Council was called to order by Mayor Smith on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. Members in attendance were Roxanne Ornelas, Jason Bracken, Jim Vinch, Amber Franklin, William Snavely, and Alex French. Staff Members in Attendance Mr. Douglas R. Elliott, Jr., City Manager; Ms. Jessica Greene, Assistant City Manager; Mr. Michael Dreisbach, Service Director; Mr. John Detherage, Fire Chief; Mr. Geoff Robinson, Police Lieutenant; Mr. Sam Perry, Community Development Director; Ms. Heidi Ridenour, Finance Director; Mr. Chad Smith, Parks and Recreation Director; Mr. Chris Conard, Law Director; and Ms. Heather Barbour, Clerk of Council. 2. Pledge of Allegiance. 3. Approval of Agenda. Motion – To Approve the Agenda (Voice Vote) 1st Ms. French 2nd Ms. Franklin AYE # 7 NAY # 0 ABS # 0 …
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Fri Jul 3, 2026 · 08:00

General

15 S. College Ave., Oxford
Thu Jul 2, 2026 · 17:00

Housing Advisory Commission

118 West High Street , Oxford
Wed Jul 1, 2026 · 18:00

Environmental Commission

15 S. College Avenue, Oxford
Mon Jun 29, 2026 · 09:00

General

Oxford Parking & Transportation Board to vote on vice-chair and parking code changes

The Oxford Parking & Transportation Board will meet to approve minutes, discuss a sidewalk gap analysis for the Bicycle & Pedestrian Master Plan, and vote on a vice-chair nomination. New business includes proposed changes to the parking code and a discussion on sidewalk safety related to recreational field relocation.

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15 S. College Ave, Oxford
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OXFORD PARKING & TRANSPORTATION BOARD AGENDA: June 29, 2026 Oxford Municipal Building, 15 South College Ave, First Floor Conference Room 9:00 AM Chairperson: Carla Blackmar, Council Rep: Jim Vinch, Environmental Rep: Ken Vincent, Planning Rep: Matt Arbuckle, Chamber Rep: Kathy Fawley, Members: Lee Fisher and David Prytherch Staff Liaison: Community Development Director, Sam Perry Approval of Agenda Approval of Minutes 1. Draft Minutes from April 17, 2026 Old Business 1. Bicycle & Pedestrian Master Plan Update - Status of Sidewalk Gap Analysis New Business 1. Nominations and Vote on Vice-Chair 2. Proposed Changes to Oxford Code 351.03 Regarding Parking Within Driveway Aprons - Oxford Police Department 3. Sidewalk Capacity and Safety Regarding Relocation of Recreational Fields to Chestnut Street - Miami University Adjournment
Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 18:30

Board of Zoning Appeals

118 W High Street, Oxford
Wed Jun 17, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Appeals Building/Housing

118 West High St. , Oxford
Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 19:30

City Council

Oxford City Council to hold public hearing on 2027 tax budget, consider Lake Forest subdivision approvals

The Oxford City Council will hold a public hearing on the 2027 tax budget, consider first readings of ordinances for the Lake Forest subdivision (4 lots on 97.292 acres) and Lake Forest Cove Section 1 (36 lots on 17.462 acres), and vote on resolutions for a water supply loan, a solar PV system at the Senior Center, and the purchase of two police vehicles for up to $87,364. A discussion on Flock cameras is also scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Council approves reappointments, tax budget, and police vehicle purchase

The Oxford City Council approved a series of routine appointments to boards and commissions, adopted the 2027 tax budget, and authorized the purchase of two police vehicles for up to $87,364. The council also held a first reading on two subdivision plats for the Lake Forest development and discussed the use of Flock automated license plate reader cameras, hearing public comments on privacy concerns.

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AGENDA OXFORD CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING COURTHOUSE TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2026 AT 7:30 PM Michael Smith, Mayor Alex French, Vice-Mayor Amber Franklin Jason Bracken Roxanne Ornelas William Snavely Jim Vinch MEETING PROCEDURE: Comments from the Public are welcome at two different times during the course of the meeting: (1) Comments on items not on the Agenda, and Consent Agenda items, will be heard under Public Comments – and (2) Comments on all Resolutions and Ordinances will be heard during Council consideration of said item. Please wait until you are recognized by the Mayor, state your name and address so that your comments may be properly recorded and limit your remarks to a period of five minutes or less. 1. Roll Call. 2. Pledge of Allegiance. 3. Approval of Agenda. 4. Public Participation. A. Appointments to Boards & Commissions B. Public Hearing — 2027 Tax Budget (Heidi Ridenour, Finance Director) C. Notice to Legislative Authority - DMP Express LLC, Oxford Pit Stop, 5182 College Corner Pike, Oxford, Ohio 45056. (Douglas R. Elliott, Jr., City Manager) D. Proclamation - "Pride Month" E. Public Comments The purpose of the public comments section is for members of the public to speak to the City Council on any subject not scheduled on the Agenda, except consent agenda items. To speak, you may approach the podium and wait to be addressed by the Mayor. You will need to state your name and address …
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MINUTES OXFORD CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING COURTHOUSE TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2026 AT 7:30 PM MEETING PROCEDURE: Comments from the Public are welcome at two different times during the course of the meeting: (1) Comments on items not on the Agenda, and Consent Agenda items, will be heard under Public Comments – and (2) Comments on all Resolutions and Ordinances will be heard during Council consideration of said item. Please wait until you are recognized by the Mayor, state your name and address so that your comments may be properly recorded and limit your remarks to a period of five minutes or less. 1. Roll Call. A regular meeting of the Oxford City Council was called to order by Mayor Smith on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. Members in attendance were Jason Bracken, Jim Vinch, William Snavely, Amber Franklin, Roxanne Ornelas, and Alex French. Staff Members in Attendance Mr. Douglas R. Elliott, Jr., City Manager; Ms. Jessica Greene, Assistant City Manager; Mr. Michael Dreisbach, Service Director; Mr. John Detherage, Fire Chief; Mr. John Jones, Police Chief; Mr. Sam Perry, Community Development Director; Ms. Heidi Ridenour, Finance Director; Mr. Chad Smith, Parks and Recreation Director; Mr. Chris Conard, Law Director; Ms. Reena Murphy, Sustainability Coordinator; and Ms. Heather Barbour, Clerk of Council. 2. Pledge of Allegiance. 3. Approval of Agenda. Motion – To Approve the Agenda. (Voice Vote) 1st Ms. French 2nd Ms. Orne …
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Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 18:45

General

Council reviews progress on 2026 goals and retreat research

The Oxford City Council will hold a work session to discuss progress toward 2026 goals and review research initiatives from the council retreat. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Council reviews 2026 goals, discusses 2027 budget priorities

The Oxford City Council held a work session to review progress on 2026 action items and discuss preliminary 2027 budget recommendations. No formal votes were taken on substantive matters; the session was informational and advisory only. Council discussed priorities including housing, transportation, and zoning but made no decisions.

Courthouse 118 West High Street, Oxford
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AGENDA OXFORD CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION COURTHOUSE TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2026 AT 6:45 PM Michael Smith, Mayor Alex French, Vice-Mayor Amber Franklin Jason Bracken Roxanne Ornelas William Snavely Jim Vinch 1. Roll Call. 2. Topic A. Progress Toward 2026 Goals and the Review of City Council Research Initiatives from the Council Retreat 3. Adjourn.
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MINUTES OXFORD CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION COURTHOUSE TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2026 AT 6:45 PM 1. Roll Call. Motion – To Enter Executive Session at 6:30 p.m. O.R.C. Section 121.22 (G)(1) To Consider Appointments to Boards and Commissions (Roll Call Vote) 1st Ms. French 2nd Ms. Ornelas AYE # 7 Ms. Ornelas, Mr. Snavely, Mr. Vinch, Mr. Bracken, Ms. Franklin, Ms. French, and Mayor Smith NAY # 0 ABS # 0 Motion – To Return from Executive Session at 6:44 p.m. O.R.C. Section 121.22 (G)(1) To Consider Appointments to Boards and Commissions (Voice Vote) 1st Ms. French 2nd Ms. Ornelas AYE # 7 NAY # 0 ABS # 0 A work session meeting of the Oxford City Council was called to order by Mayor Smith on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at 6:45 p.m. Members in attendance were Jason Bracken, Jim Vinch, William Snavely, Amber Franklin, Roxanne Ornelas, and Alex French. Staff Members in Attendance Mr. Douglas R. Elliott, Jr., City Manager; Ms. Jessica Greene, Assistant City Manager; Mr. Michael Dreisbach, Service Director; Mr. John Detherage, Fire Chief; Mr. John Jones, Police Chief; Mr. Sam Perry, Community Development Director; Ms. Heidi Ridenour, Finance Director; Mr. Chad Smith, Parks and Recreation Director; Mr. Chris Conard, Law Director; Ms. Reena Murphy, Sustainability Coordinator; and Ms. Heather Barbour, Clerk of Council. 2. Topic A. Progress Toward 2026 Goals and the Review of City Council Research Initiatives from …
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Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 18:30

General

Council to consider appointments to boards and commissions in executive session

The Oxford City Council will hold an executive session under Ohio law to discuss appointments to boards and commissions. No other business is listed on this brief agenda.

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AGENDA OXFORD CITY COUNCIL EXECUTIVE SESSION COURTHOUSE TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2026 AT 6:30 PM Michael Smith, Mayor Alex French, Vice-Mayor Amber Franklin Jason Bracken Roxanne Ornelas William Snavely Jim Vinch 1. Roll Call. 2. Executive Session A. O.R.C. 121.22(G)(1) To Consider Appointments to Boards and Commissions 3. Adjourn.
Fri Jun 12, 2026 · 12:00

General

CIC to review Oxford Storage Solutions demolition grant

The Community Improvement Corporation will review applications for the Economic Activation Program, a Demolition & Site Readiness Reimbursement Grant for Oxford Storage Solutions, and a Revolving Loan Fund application from Vibe Beauty Collective LLC. The meeting also includes updates on Talawanda education, Clarence Place, and local business matters.

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COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT CORPORATION AGENDA: June 12, 2026 Lee & Rosemary Fisher Innovation College@Elm 3rd Floor 20 South Elm Street Oxford, Ohio 45056 12:00 PM Call to Order Approval of Agenda Approval of Minutes 1. Minutes from the February 20, 2026, meeting. Old Business New Business 1. Economic Activation Program o Program review o Incentive administration plan 2. Demolition & Site Readiness Reimbursement Grant o Oxford Storage Solutions application review 3. Revolving Loan Fund o Vibe Beauty Collective LLC application review 4. Talawanda Education Updates 5. Clarence Place 6. Local Business Updates 7. ESP 461 Capstone 8. Placemaking Efforts Open Floor Discussion Adjournment
Thu Jun 11, 2026 · 16:00

General

Oxford civil rights commission to review draft ADA transition plan

The Oxford Civil Rights Commission will meet to approve minutes, hear member updates, and review a draft 2026 ADA Transition Plan. The meeting is procedural with one substantive discussion item requested by a commission member.

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15 South College Ave., Oxford
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CIVIL RIGHTS COMMISSION AGENDA: June 11, 2026 Municipal Building 15 South College Ave. Oxford, Ohio 45056 Second Floor Conference Room 4:00 PM Call to Order Approval of Agenda Approval of Minutes 1. Minutes of the December 11, 2025, meeting Old Business New Business 1. Updates from last meeting and commission member feedback. 2. Review of draft 2026 ADA Transition Plan 3. Discussion item as requested by Commission member Holmes. Adjournment Public Comments
Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 19:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review conditional use modification at 4191 Kehr Road

The Oxford Planning Commission will hold a concept review for a conditional use modification at 4191 Kehr Road. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, public comments, and reports from boards and staff.

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AGENDA PLANNING COMMISSION TUESDAY, June 9, 2026 7:00 P.M. Oxford Courthouse 118 W High Street MEMBERS Corey Watt, Chair, HAPC Rep. Shana Rosenberg, Vice Chair , HAC Rep. Ann Kaufman Webster, CASC Rep. Jason Bracken, Council & Environmental Commission Rep. Matt Arbuckle, OPTAB Rep. William Snavely, Council Rep. Jeffrey Kruth, CIC Rep. STAFF Sam Perry, Director, Community Development Zachary Moore, City Planner / GIS Coordinator Christopher Conard, Law Director I. Call to Order II. Approval of Agenda III. Approval of Minutes of May 12, 2026 1 IV. Public Comments Related to Items Not on the Agenda V. Reports from Commissions, Boards, Committees & Staff VI. Concept Review – Conditional Use Modification, 4191 Kehr Road 4 VII. Adjournment MEETING PROCEDURE : Comments from the Public are welcome at two different times during the course of the meeting: (1) Comments on items not on the Agenda will be heard under Public Comments Related to Items not on the Agenda – and (2) Comments for all public hearing items will be heard during Planning Commission consideration of said item. Please wait until you are recognized by the Chair, state your name and address so that your comments may be properly recorded and limit your rema rks to a period of three minutes or less.
Mon Jun 8, 2026 · 12:30

General

Oxford Recreation Board to review park plans and 2027 budget prep

The Oxford Recreation Board will meet to approve the agenda and minutes, receive a progress update on the Park Master Plan, hear park project updates, and discuss action items for the 2027 budget. New business includes preparing the 2027 Capital Improvement Budget and reviewing a new skate park design concept.

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✓ Decided: Recreation Board receives park master plan, skate park design updates

The Oxford Recreation Board met on June 8, 2026, and received updates on the park master plan progress, pickleball court paving, and a new skate park design concept. No formal votes were taken on these items; the meeting was largely informational and procedural. The board approved the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.

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OXFORD RECREATION BOARD AGENDA: June 8, 2026 Oxford Municipal Building, Second Floor Conference Room, 15 South College Ave. Oxford, OH 45056 12:30 PM Roll Call Approval of Agenda 1. Approval of the Agenda for June 8, 2026, Oxford Recreation Board Meeting Approval of Minutes 1. Approval of the Minutes from May 11, 2026, Meeting of the Oxford Recreation Board. Public Comment Old Business 1. Park Master Plan Progress Update 2. Park Project Updates 3. Recap of Action Items to be researched for 2027 Budget New Business 1. Preparation for 2027 Capital Improvement Budget 2. New Skate Park Design Concept Update Report 1. Parks and Recreation Administrative Report 2. Recreation Board Member Administrative Reports Adjournment
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MINUTES OXFORD RECREATION BOARD OXFORD MUNICIPAL BUILDING, SECOND FLOOR CONFERENCE ROOM, 15 SOUTH COLLEGE AVE. OXFORD, OH 45056 MONDAY, JUNE 8, 2026 AT 12:30 PM Roll Call Call to Order The Oxford Recreation Board was called to order by Mr. Smith on Monday, June 8th, 2026 at 12:30pm. Roll Call Members in attendance: Adam Biessel; Sarah Meaney; Roxanne Ornelas and Jacob Young Members absent were: Jake Richardson Staff members present were: Chad Smith and Deanna Barbour Approval of Agenda 1. Approval of the Agenda for June 8, 2026, Oxford Recreation Board Meeting Motion to Approve (Voice Vote) 1st Mr. Biessel 2nd Ms. Ornelas AYE # 4 NAY # 0 ABS # 0 Approval of Minutes 1. Approval of the Minutes from May 11, 2026, Meeting of the Oxford Recreation Board. Motion to Approve (Voice Vote) 1st Ms. Ornelas 2nd Mr. Young AYE # 4 NAY # 0 ABS # 0 Public Comment No public comment Old Business 1. Park Master Plan Progress Update Mr. Smith advised consultant Will Younger from PROS was onsite last week to meet with himself and Dustin Vanwinkle. Mr. Vanwinkle has 10 years experience with the Parks and Recreation Department and Mr. Younger's purpose was to get boots on the ground and tour the properties and see what he's working with. He took lots of pics and lots of notes. Mr. Smith and Mr. Younger also walked the OATS trail and took more pics there. Mr. Smith stated lots of notes for park p …
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Mon Jun 8, 2026 · 17:30

Public Arts Commission of Oxford

Amtrak platform mural finalists to be selected

The Public Arts Commission will review mural submissions for the Amtrak platform project and select three semi-finalists. The commission will also choose a date for a special July meeting to discuss the mural design.

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PUBLIC ARTS COMMISSION OF OXFORD AGENDA: June 8, 2026 Courthouse 118 West High Street Oxford, Ohio 45056 5:30 PM Approval of Agenda Approval of Minutes 1. Minutes from the April 13th, 2026 Meeting 2. Minutes from the May 11th, 2026 Meeting Business 1. Review Amtrak Platform Project Mural Submissions & Select Three Semi- Finalists 2. Choose a Date for the Special Amtrak Mural Design Meeting in July Announcements Adjournment
Thu Jun 4, 2026 · 17:00

Housing Advisory Commission

Housing Commission reviews council goals and prepares recommendations

The Housing Advisory Commission will review council goals and research topics, and discuss recommendations to the City Council. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the previous meeting and member announcements.

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HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION AGENDA: June 4, 2026 Courthouse 5:00 PM Approval of Agenda Approval of Minutes 1. Minutes from the May 7th, 2026 Meeting. Old Business New Business 1. Review Council Goals and Research Topics 2. Recommendations to City Council 3. Announcements and Communications from HAC Members Adjournment
Wed Jun 3, 2026 · 19:00

Environmental Commission

Environmental Commission to discuss 2027 research areas and solar projects

The Oxford Environmental Commission will consider approving minutes from May 6, 2026, and then discuss new business including Council 2027 Areas to Research, member updates from various boards, and staff updates on solar projects and the Environmental Division quarterly report.

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ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION AGENDA: June 3, 2026 Municipal Building 15 South College Ave. Oxford, Ohio 45056 First Floor Conference Room 7:00 PM Jason Bracken, Chair, Planning Commission Representative and City Council Member; Jim Vinch, Vice-Chair and City Council Representative; Peggy Branstrator; Michael Vanni; Ken Vincent; Becky Mathers; Barbara Smyth Reena Murphy, Sustainability Coordinator Approval of Agenda Approval of Minutes 1. Approval of the May 6th, 2026 Minutes Old Business New Business 1. Council 2027 Areas to Research 2. Member Updates • City Council • Planning Commission • Parking and Transportation Advisory Board • Climate Action Steering Committee 3. Staff Updates • Solar Projects • Quarterly Report from Environmental Division Adjournment
Wed Jun 3, 2026 · 14:00

General

Economic Activation Program information session held

The Oxford General meeting is an information session on the Economic Activation Program, covering its four phases: Identify, Inform, Incentivize, and Enforce. No decisions or votes are scheduled; the session is for presentation and public Q&A.

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ECONOMIC ACTIVATION PROGRAM INFORMATION SESSION AGENDA: June 3, 2026 Courthouse 2:00 PM Introduction 1. Link to join the Teams Meeting and link to the Economic Activation Program webpage, or visit www.cityofoxford.org/Economic_Activation Program Overview 1. Identify 2. Inform 3. Incentivize 4. Enforce Question and Answer Session For In-Person and Virtual Attendees Conclusion
Tue Jun 2, 2026 · 19:30

City Council

Oxford City Council to vote on new water treatment facility and parking gate system

The Oxford City Council will hold its regular meeting on June 2, 2026, at 7:30 PM in the Courthouse. The council will consider routine items under the consent agenda, including minutes from previous meetings and a resolution for a School Resource Officer program. Key decisions include authorizing a new water treatment facility and purchasing a parking garage gate system.

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✓ Decided: Council approved water treatment plant bid and parking garage gate system

The council adopted two resolutions: one accepting a bid for a new water softening facility (Resolution 7831) and another authorizing a $26,449 agreement for a parking garage gate system (Resolution 7832). Both passed 7-0. Two ordinances received first readings: a supplemental budget for FY 2026 and the 2027 tax budget. A second-reading ordinance to update the codified ordinances was adopted 7-0. Public comments focused on housing advocacy and an upcoming fair housing training event.

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AGENDA OXFORD CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING COURTHOUSE TUESDAY, JUNE 2, 2026 AT 7:30 PM Michael Smith, Mayor Alex French, Vice-Mayor Amber Franklin Jason Bracken Roxanne Ornelas William Snavely Jim Vinch MEETING PROCEDURE: Comments from the Public are welcome at two different times during the course of the meeting: (1) Comments on items not on the Agenda, and Consent Agenda items, will be heard under Public Comments – and (2) Comments on all Resolutions and Ordinances will be heard during Council consideration of said item. Please wait until you are recognized by the Mayor, state your name and address so that your comments may be properly recorded and limit your remarks to a period of five minutes or less. 1. Roll Call. 2. Pledge of Allegiance. 3. Approval of Agenda. 4. Public Participation. A. Public Comments The purpose of the public comments section is for members of the public to speak to the City Council on any subject not scheduled on the Agenda, except consent agenda items. To speak, you may approach the podium and wait to be addressed by the Mayor. You will need to state your name and address for the public record. City Council values your comments, and Council rules limit public comments to five minutes for each person. Presentations are not to be in the form of public debate, personal attacks on Council, City staff, or other members of the public, and Council shall not act except to direct the City …
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MINUTES OXFORD CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING COURTHOUSE TUESDAY, JUNE 2, 2026 AT 7:30 PM MEETING PROCEDURE: Comments from the Public are welcome at two different times during the course of the meeting: (1) Comments on items not on the Agenda, and Consent Agenda items, will be heard under Public Comments – and (2) Comments on all Resolutions and Ordinances will be heard during Council consideration of said item. Please wait until you are recognized by the Mayor, state your name and address so that your comments may be properly recorded and limit your remarks to a period of five minutes or less. 1. Roll Call. A regular meeting of the Oxford City Council was called to order by Mayor Smith on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. Members in attendance were Amber Franklin, Alex French, Roxanne Ornelas, Jason Bracken, William Snavely, and Jim Vinch. Staff Members in Attendance Mr. Douglas R. Elliott, Jr., City Manager; Ms. Jessica Greene, Assistant City Manager; Mr. Michael Dreisbach, Service Director; Mr. John Detherage, Fire Chief; Mr. John Jones, Police Chief; Ms. Heidi Ridenour, Finance Director; Mr. Sam Perry, Community Development Director; Mr. TJ Scanlon, Assistant Law Director; and Ms. Heather Barbour, Clerk of Council. 2. Pledge of Allegiance. 3. Approval of Agenda. Motion – To Approve the Agenda. (Voice Vote) 1st Mr. Snavely 2nd Ms. French AYE # 0 NAY # 0 ABS # 0 Motion – To Replace Pages 50 & 84 in the Council Packe …
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💰 Federal awards (top 9 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
$516,618MIAMI UNIVERSITY
Department of Defense · SPRING SEMESTER 2026 NROTC MIDSHIPMEN TUITION AND ALLOWABLE FEES.
$514,900MIAMI UNIVERSITY
Department of Defense · EDUCATIONAL SERVICE AGREEMENT
$444,964MIAMI UNIVERSITY
Department of Defense · EDUCATIONAL SERVICE AGREEMENT
$165,251MIAMI UNIVERSITY
Department of Defense · GRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANCE SUPPORT
$99,185ENVIRONMENTAL SOLUTIONS AQ LLC
Environmental Protection Agency · UNDERGROUND INJECTION CONTROL (UIC) FIELD INSPECTION REQUIREMENT ISSUE
$98,960ENVIRONMENTAL SOLUTIONS AQ LLC
Environmental Protection Agency · UNDERGROUND INJECTION CONTROL (UIC) FIELD INSPECTION REQUIREMENT, TASK
$78,810ENVIRONMENTAL SOLUTIONS AQ LLC
Environmental Protection Agency · WITNESS OF 90 MECHANICAL INTEGRITY TESTS (MITS) TO SUPPORT THE UNDERGR
$57,650ENVIRONMENTAL SOLUTIONS AQ LLC
Environmental Protection Agency · THIS ACTION PROVIDES FUNDING FOR YEAR 2 OF THE MITS CONTRACT #68HE0523
$38,410MIAMI UNIVERSITY
Department of the Interior · NTN ACID PRECIP MONITORING, SITE OH09 MIAMI UNIVERSITY OF OHIO

Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.

🌐 County-level context (Butler County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Business establishments7,537 (148,073 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,287/mo (127 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy16.4% (low numeracy 26% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

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Permitted housing units

Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.399
All kids
0.380
Black kids
0.314

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