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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.
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.
$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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.