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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Mahoning County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Transfer of Norman Avenue to Smith Township
Norman Avenue (County Highway 255) would be transferred from county maintenance to Smith Township's highway system — a jurisdictional housekeeping matter that shifts who repairs that road.
County Infrastructure and Budget Additions
The county approved several infrastructure projects, including courthouse HVAC controls, wastewater treatment plant transformer repairs, backflow installation, and road easements along Glenwood Avenue. These updates help maintain public buildings and transportation networks.
Sales tax funding for Canfield and Poland township roads
The board declared it necessary to let the non-emergency sales and use tax pay for road and infrastructure repairs in Canfield and Poland townships. This channels county tax money into township-level road projects.
Mahoning Avenue Road Vacation in Milton Township
The county commissioners held a public hearing to review a petition to vacate specific portions of Mahoning Avenue in Milton Township. Officials read detailed survey descriptions for three parcels involving right-of-way adjustments near Lake Milton.
Western Reserve Road Railway Crossing Closure
Western Reserve Road at Southern Boulevard will be closed for two weeks starting September 14 for railroad crossing improvements.
Glenwood Avenue Road Diet Project
The county is moving forward with engineering and bidding for the Glenwood Avenue Road Diet project, aimed at improving traffic safety and flow. Bids were recorded from local paving companies to execute the improvements.
National Work Zone Awareness Week & Road Safety
Labor leaders and commissioners urged drivers to slow down and pay attention in construction zones to protect highway workers. Officials highlighted upcoming major road projects like Western Reserve Road and the risks posed by distracted driving.
Western Reserve Road Widening Project Utility Litigation
The county commissioners authorized legal action to handle utility-delayed damages tied to the Western Reserve Road Widening Project.
Mahoning Avenue Road Closure and Bridge Construction
Mahoning Avenue in Jackson Township will be closed for 67 days starting mid-February for a major culvert installation project.
Clarence 'Sonny' Smith Junior Memorial Highway Designation
The commissioners passed a resolution urging the Ohio General Assembly to name a portion of State Route 7 (Market Street) after local philanthropist and businessman Clarence 'Sonny' Smith Jr.