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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Perrysburg public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Eckel Road Vacation
A small stub of city right-of-way on Eckel Road, long used as the Michaels property entrance, would be vacated so the owner can maintain and upgrade it.
$5,000 PRAC 2026 Expenditure
The park and recreation advisory committee was scheduled to decide how to use a $5,000 allocation from its 2026 budget. No published details indicate what the money would fund.
Community events calendar proposal
Chair Judy Hagen proposed creating a one-stop community calendar for family events, sports sign-ups and free activities — hosted by the city, CVB or Chamber — with PRAC maintaining it. Decision expected in December.
PRAC 2025 Program Ideas
An overnight camp-out idea was scrapped over liability concerns and evolved into a proposed summer movie night. Woodlands Park is the front-runner thanks to power, bathrooms, lighting and parking. Details come in December.
Leaf pickup schedule
Leaf collection began October 19 and crews are working from the east side of town to the west, with multiple passes planned and a final sweep starting November 20. Residents should keep an eye on timing for their street.
Zane's restaurant coming to The Shoppes at RiverPlace
Zane's Lebanese Grill is converting the former coffee shop space into a full restaurant, adding a small walk-in freezer behind the center. The long-time shopping center owner says it's the only change the property has needed since 2017.
2027 Planning and Zoning Budget
The 2027 budget is up about 6 percent, mostly for new planning and zoning software, with new permit fees expected to cover a good chunk of the cost.
Attack campaign response by Council President Rettig
Council President Rick Rettig responded on the record to a 'Rip Off Rick' campaign claiming he oversaw a 79.6% budget increase, arguing the growth funded a second fire station, nine firefighters, wastewater and downtown investments.
Pet Oxygen Mask Kit Donation
The fire division got eight free pet oxygen mask kits from the Invisible Fence Company's Project Breathe program — enough for every truck that carries oxygen. Pets are frequent fire victims, and now crews can give them oxygen on scene.
CALEA police accreditation
A $3,978 one-year contract extension keeps the police department on track toward CALEA accreditation — the gold standard in law enforcement accreditation.
New four-way stop at Walnut and West Second
The four-way stop takes effect Monday, October 19, and the chair reports positive feedback from residents.
Historic window replacement at 3 Locust Street
The Leininger family is updating their 1934 home with new windows, wider front steps, and a wood exterior door. Commissioners urged them to salvage the home's valuable 1930s leaded glass windows rather than discard them.
Taylor Hyundai dealership site on Roachton Road
A new car dealership is moving forward with a parking lot in the required front yard of an awkwardly shaped corner lot, screened by landscaping and a masonry wall.
New single-family home at 455 Mulberry Street
A longtime resident is tearing down his aging house and building a new one, needing a six-foot setback exception to keep backyard green space. Neighbors raised no objections.
Street Tree Commission vacancy
Christine Ardley resigned after more than ten years of service, citing family obligations; the city has candidates in mind and will bring a nominee forward.
Perrysburg Learning Center exterior improvements
The Learning Center at 7010 Lighthouse Way is getting new signage and storefront upgrades, but committee members flagged construction-site conditions and non-conforming materials. Owners must repair the facade, use EIFS per deed restrictions, and replace a residential-style rear door.
Garmin marathon traffic impacts
The Garmin Run comes through town Sunday, September 20 — expect Front Street and bridge traffic delays until about noon; churches along the route were notified in advance.
Developer Tree Fund request
A new dedicated fund will hold money for trees required in new developments, keeping those dollars separate from street-tree money.
DARE grant for 2026-2027 school year
The DARE grant helps pay part of Officer Sims' wages and program materials in the schools. Accepting it will require legislation later — committee members praised his work with kids.
Downtown meeting parking conflict
Farmers' Market traffic made parking so bad the meeting started late and ran into 8:33 p.m. The commission wants to move next month's meeting to Wednesday, September 23, and find a permanent fix for 2027.
Perrysburg Square annexation condition
The Dixie Highway shopping center site plan was approved, but only if all six parcels — three still in the township — finish annexing into the city and combine into one parcel.
Front Street project public comment
There's still time to weigh in on the Front Street project — scan the QR code online or on social media before the August 4 Council meeting.
Planning and Zoning Fee Schedule Updates
Planning application fees are going up to keep pace with inflation, with costs comparable to neighboring cities. Developers and builders filing site plans will pay more; a formal ordinance heads to Council.
City facility wayfinding and parking signs
New signs will help residents find public buildings and parking — a request that came from Municipal Court, which wants court visitors to locate parking more easily. The city plans to update all its signs at once, coordinated with the facilities project.
Police Body Armor Federal Reimbursement
The city got $3,000 from a federal-local initiative that covers up to 50% of the cost of body armor vests for police officers.
Wastewater plant digester project on track
Councilmembers toured the wastewater treatment plant digester upgrade and reported progress is on track — and a nearby resident councilmember says odors have been better than expected.
Potential property purchase
Council met behind closed doors to discuss buying property for public purposes. No details or action were announced.
Personnel code amendments
Three personnel code sections were amended or read, plus a pay-grade placement for the incoming Service Supervisor. Mostly housekeeping, but it shapes how city employees are classified and paid.
Lincoln Boulevard retail plaza zoning
Three tiny parcels near the old Social Gastropub site are being annexed into the city for a retail plaza. The recommended C4 highway-commercial zoning will match surrounding businesses once Council finalizes it July 7.
Downtown benches and wastewater treatment plant questions
No downtown benches yet — the city is waiting until construction wraps so it can figure out how many to buy and where they fit, with two local groups (including the country garden clubs) lined up to donate money.
Clarifying medical and bereavement leave policies
Two amendments would clean up the city's leave rules: adding state-law definitions for medical leave terms and requiring documentation for bereavement leave when appropriate. Council takes these up June 2.
Employee compensation discussed in executive session
The committee met behind closed doors for about 15 minutes to consider the compensation of public employees. No action was announced afterward.
New Investment Advisor Search
The city's financial advisor left the firm, so the city is shopping for a new investment advisor via a request for qualifications.
Mosquito Control Plan
A resident asked the city to explore healthier, natural alternatives to chemical mosquito spraying. Staff will set up a meeting to discuss a solution.
Playground security fence at West Side Montessori
The school gets a 188-foot, six-foot privacy fence around its playground for child safety and as a sound barrier for neighbors.
Spotted lanternfly mitigation grant
The city accepted a state agriculture grant to fight the invasive spotted lanternfly and its host tree, tree of heaven.
Court recidivism-reduction programs
Judge Joel Kuhlman described Wood County Common Pleas programs — trade certificates, GED classes and free transportation for probationers — aimed at lowering repeat offenses.
Orleans Park multi-use path delay
The Orleans Park path was supposed to be finished in November but is still awaiting contractor completion.
Organ and bone marrow donor leave for city employees
A new personnel policy would give city employees paid leave when donating an organ or bone marrow — first reading only.
"Store It Safe" Firearm and Medication Safety
The Police Division may buy lock-boxes for residents as part of a statewide program to keep kids safe from guns and accidental medication ingestion.
Engineering Division 2025 Performance
The Engineering Division landed four grants worth $819,872 in 2025 — outside money that offsets local costs for paving and other projects.
Subdivision Acceptances Process
Before accepting Coventry Pointe Plat 5 and Falls at Rivers Edge Plat 4, the city verifies infrastructure quality; until acceptance, developers remain responsible. Review now routes through Service and Utilities Committees before Council.