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The request came by email from Brenna Mingus seeking space for a homeschool \"learning pod\" of about 25–30 children for two to three hours weekly. A township representative summarized the request and noted the township routinely donates community-center space to local groups such as Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts and 4-H.

Trustees discussed logistics and costs. The township noted a required staff opening/closing charge (Sandy) of $20 per visit and cleaning (Janice) that could add roughly another hour of labor. The board suggested a trial period through the summer and an early-September review; one trustee said: \"I'll take it till, like, September. Look at it in, like, 3 or 4 months. Let them have it at no charge right now. Let's see and then reevaluate it.\" The trustees agreed to the trial and to inform the requester they may impose a fee later to cover costs, with preliminary estimates of $50–$75 per session if charges are needed after the trial.

Why it matters: the decision allows local families expanded learning and socialization opportunities while the township limits fiscal exposure through a time-limited trial.

There was no recorded formal motion to charge; trustees indicated the trial and a follow-up evaluation will be handled administratively and brought back to the board if a fee is proposed.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Morgan Township Trustee Meeting - 5-12-2025","oneSentenceSummary","Trustees agreed to allow a local homeschool group to use the community center once a week on a trial basis through the summer at no charge, with a plan to reevaluate in September and a possible future fee of $50–$75 to cover staffing and cleaning.","taxTitle","Morgan Township Trustee, Morgan Township, Butler County, Ohio","taxId",70384,"location","Ohio","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":81,"_47":82,"_49":83,"_51":84,"_53":85,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":86,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":87,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6063074,"Butler County recycling event schedule and new rules shared with Morgan Township residents",325,2226000,2551000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3273208-b3f9d3e9bfe82d853cf349538b15ec66&start=2226&end=2551","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3273208-b3f9d3e9bfe82d853cf349538b15ec66/thumbnail_2226000.jpg","/articles/6063074/Ohio/Butler-County-recycling-event-schedule-and-new-rules-shared-with-Morgan-Township-residents","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6063074-7d6aeff5b2045ed7aee631bd7f740a0a/orig.mp4?Expires=1770488106&Signature=DqEa8ys~KTOMFCezj1ueJltuc5575EYQWeontaLC61VtBbDVKArAhsG4sEujMs9goYS1GuwrkJdLB2W-pT83VxFvEUDsgE5i6693ddIPzbLgzsFw7U-d6yTr2cum75tHqnZxjyyGMFjf0MSBMKt4iIm0Z74hGkyBLdPvWhTFGDZsjOJaT~T4XuuU7r1v5qneWOGfvpgAhZU~xY8YuY03zfKPoqkRpO8w9wYibD3Rtgg2YW2D9Bn9p414r~a9s1mwdCM7h6t12cHRKFUgK9kARVkPL4mxi2uFuHcdwEQd9q1gXoc74LgFDdnAA7MCXzx96T6dfjPKn3z~xiUn3Tfz9Q__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Trustee Jeff told Morgan Township trustees on May 12 that Butler County’s 2025 recycling and solid-waste events and schedules are available and that township office materials and the township website will be updated.

The county’s published schedule includes a household hazardous-waste drop-off every Thursday between July and Oct. 30 from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Republic Services, 3555 Yankee Road, Middletown; a computer and television drop-off every Friday between July and Oct. 31 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Cohen Middletown, 3120 South Verity Parkway; and a tire-recycling event Saturday, Oct. 25, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Butler County Fairgrounds. Trustee Jeff noted that Butler County requires proof of county residency (for example, a driver’s license) and that the tire event imposes a 10-tire limit per household; tires with rims are accepted.

Why it matters: the schedule gives residents local options for disposing hazardous household materials, electronics and tires, and the residency requirement affects who can use the services.

Trustees agreed to post updated information to the township website and Facebook page and to follow up with county officials about the possibility of hosting local events if demand warrants.","Trustee Jeff summarized Butler County's 2025 recycling and hazardous-waste drop-off schedule, including household hazardous-waste Thursdays (July–Oct), computer/TV drop-offs Fridays, and a tire recycling event Oct. 25; county residency proof and a 10-tire household limit were noted.",{"_33":89,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":90,"_41":91,"_43":92,"_45":93,"_47":94,"_49":95,"_51":96,"_53":97,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":98,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":99,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6063079,"Zoning commission explores larger agricultural lots and frontage changes; trustees approve OTA memberships and YouTube streaming plan",676,1137000,1813000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3273208-b3f9d3e9bfe82d853cf349538b15ec66&start=1137&end=1813","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3273208-b3f9d3e9bfe82d853cf349538b15ec66/thumbnail_1137000.jpg","/articles/6063079/Ohio/Zoning-commission-explores-larger-agricultural-lots-and-frontage-changes-trustees-approve-OTA-memberships-and-YouTube-streaming-plan","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6063079-ffa09082fc51807995c576d14d4690e4/orig.mp4?Expires=1770488106&Signature=ExF6B4iivmf-hSAzfDPMSpiirkFQhfnMMrA2hUyUHZpJsjqve70IDGo7-cy6Gx-Egw1SUbFylxTSNG4xJp~2KZjZ41ja6MA27mkOeEcR-cyp8z1HYmINWFiRa6BHl-kxFr0u3iFr2IRoqegGxX9SFmHB4W3Is1ZfWJ-ZQN~GAXkVhl-JaxihT-1N-5Qigq-B3oS1fH3XfLRR379SWsIhsYi2fARU0uPK4~nirAwkFBOhwGFCxywCqaFSTLFNYe3IvVNw0SliQEa4OgrTMRxRs0fFQHGhEgW7AAYwFpAWKzC05oAVenkF2CjtoC82IFcCTcRpolKGXIymOcaNtYRuWA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Zoning Director Dale reported to Morgan Township trustees on May 12 that the zoning commission is considering changes to agricultural lot-size and road-frontage requirements intended to reduce the number of driveways and preserve rural character.

Dale told trustees the conversation is at an early stage: \"We are just looking at this right now. It's not in stone,\" he said. The proposed adjustments would increase minimum acreage for the agricultural-residential category and require greater frontage, which Dale said could force larger proposals to pursue rezoning and thereby limit small subdivisions.

The zoning commission will hold its next meeting in June 2025; any formal change would be brought back to trustees and, where applicable, to the BZA. Dale also said the commission is exploring stronger regulations to require permanent fences around swimming pools rather than relying on removable or electronic covers.

Trustees approved two associate memberships in the Ohio Township Association (OTA) so the zoning chair and the BZA chair can access OTA webinars and training resources; the board recorded a voice vote approving the membership purchase. Dale said the membership would allow chairmen to use a shared login to watch webinars as a group during meetings.

Dale described ongoing scheduling for a Whites variance hearing and raised a property-split issue on Bell Road where a section line creates two parcel numbers and two houses on a roughly five-acre tract; because each parcel would be under three acres, he said the situation may require BZA review. He identified staff who will investigate the split and whether a variance or other action is necessary.

Why it matters: proposed zoning adjustments could change how residential and agricultural properties are developed in portions of the township; training and streaming aim to increase transparency and board capacity.

Trustees took no zoning changes at this meeting; Dale said any formal proposals will be returned with recommended language for official action.","Zoning Director Dale told trustees the commission is considering increasing minimum acreage and road frontage for agricultural lots to limit driveways and preserve rural character; trustees approved two Ohio Township Association associate memberships for training and the township will begin streaming zoning and BZA meetings on YouTube.",{"_33":101,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":102,"_41":103,"_43":104,"_45":105,"_47":106,"_49":107,"_51":108,"_53":109,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":110,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":111,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6063084,"Trustees approve bond payment and multiple park purchase orders; playground curbing and fountain funded",409,530000,939000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3273208-b3f9d3e9bfe82d853cf349538b15ec66&start=530&end=939","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3273208-b3f9d3e9bfe82d853cf349538b15ec66/thumbnail_530000.jpg","/articles/6063084/Ohio/Trustees-approve-bond-payment-and-multiple-park-purchase-orders-playground-curbing-and-fountain-funded","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6063084-610fc6e57011a03dd605b57b6b9704c8/orig.mp4?Expires=1770488106&Signature=PESW9SgBZEybn9nPzYdkZWxhL50ueLbFrGfbWPy1IfCNiVmvNcCcyIwr7XmrEmfHgTOLOHuZRwdcKChZ-xKIB7eRFw5QGm942T6rmEET-bd65DCZGb5DqDhhmpxZOnzf-vGMLDkMUG08ezkihaAm-gmHZ2HuFJa4CTtpGLykcpqiQcWRhVftkoNOcIlXP9rL7m4CugC6fXVv5CzckivL7LejHpt~A4GSQzhd~7ZZZipDWW9bEryyzbYR74Fq4ZGgulMgzealf6XkwbrjA5R51Ha0Mr8pie-U245BrMSsPlpvu4eKbasl6YxYzQlhPAMBXHZqYalfEplrMKHCW7tiyA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Morgan Township trustees on May 12 approved a payment on the 2019 fire-station improvement bond, created a new fund to accept a $5,000 Ross Community Grant for a park drinking fountain, and approved purchase orders for park improvements.

Fiscal officer statements and subsequent trustee votes established immediate financing for park work and the bond payment. The fiscal officer requested a purchase order (PO) to LCNB National Bank for $35,167.15 for the principal and interest payment on the Fire Station Improvement Bond Series 2019, to be paid from fund \"21 11,\" with $20,600 recorded as principal and $14,567 as interest; trustees moved and approved the PO.

In park work, trustees approved creating Fund 29 15 and depositing a $5,000 Ross Community Grant to pay for a water fountain. Trustees then approved a PO from that new fund to Westwood for $4,995.63 to purchase the fountain.

Park project procurement was adjusted after a contractor (Ventura) declined part of the job. Trustees approved amending PO 10-2025 from $49,237 to $4,000 and approved a new PO from Fund 1000 to Rack and Blauer for $34,232.50 for playground curbing and shade features. Darren, speaking for the park project, said Brumbar Engineering will lay out the playground and that Brumbar is familiar with the site. He also said a utility vehicle (XUV 8405) had been ordered and would be paid for with funds from the Hamlin Community Fund.

Park operations updates included tree planting work (26 trees completed so far) and coordination with the road department to protect the paved trail during heavy construction traffic. Road department staff said they will use road plates to protect blacktop and coordinate access with Butler County and the contractor.

Why it matters: the approved POs and fund action allow the township to complete scheduled park amenities and maintain bond obligations without delay.

Trustees approved each PO and the fund addition by recorded voice votes at the meeting; staff will proceed with procurement and scheduling.","At the May 12 meeting trustees authorized the fire-station bond payment, added a new fund for a Ross Community Grant and approved purchase orders for a park drinking fountain and playground curbing and shade features; trustees also heard updates on trees, a utility vehicle donation and site work.",{"_33":113,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":114,"_41":115,"_43":116,"_45":117,"_47":118,"_49":119,"_51":120,"_53":121,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":122,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":123,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6063089,"Trustees approve disposal and donation of obsolete fire equipment; department schedules public CPR class",296,105000,401000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3273208-b3f9d3e9bfe82d853cf349538b15ec66&start=105&end=401","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3273208-b3f9d3e9bfe82d853cf349538b15ec66/thumbnail_105000.jpg","/articles/6063089/Ohio/Trustees-approve-disposal-and-donation-of-obsolete-fire-equipment-department-schedules-public-CPR-class","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6063089-2e7df4e4dced0e289c830d19280e3026/orig.mp4?Expires=1770488106&Signature=gfiskZdUfxJARtYldTwObvBhsQPbH2Vi8aUblSdRIFEcK2BX3cRVJXXGxlSNlTY5kiy3y7oCGNtmIKWpKjy0QDRlnMpkwhvGZ5Qqs-xAybVYLNb0psghiAGFu9NkbgxR9ZwIRn~22y9-Nk5xzd-jovgtgZ6mOf6fqVHk1Drq8OPO9ovCp~lTzoSCPXifmJvaH0nXxyHiFrB8dl1CpBH8a9uBtOXqdQ8331RjHHJm2bFLBzQLoZdErNudb5D-1iNnBbUd3r9Mbrp6lWxvLvYUWu9yYYCTnKlM8yEb69iB~r6QxbP5YV5rw-BaN2azMA4ByyIButA0e~Nn4btPTxFxqg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Morgan Township trustees on May 12 approved declarations that several Fire Department items are obsolete and authorized donations or disposal, and heard a department update from Assistant Chief Griffin.

The equipment actions free space at the department and provide parts or training equipment to others. Assistant Chief Griffin told trustees the Historical Society has requested more storage in the community-center room and that the department will give the group additional wall space: \"They have come back to the fire department and asked us to give them more room. They want the other wall now also. We gave them 2 walls, but they feel they need a third,\" Griffin said.

Why it matters: removing unused equipment reduces storage costs and can help nearby agencies or community groups obtain usable items; the department also emphasized public training and steady call volume.

During the report trustees approved three formal actions: declaring two stair chairs unneeded and approved them to be discarded; donating various old Motorola pagers and parts to the Druesburg Fire Department in Indiana; and discarding older CPR training mannequins by passing them to a local church for basic public education. The motions were seconded and recorded as approved by trustees who voted in favor on those items.

Griffin said the pagers are kept only for parts because the township now uses newer radios: \"They're not buying new menders, but parts are getting getting harder to find,\" he said. On the mannequins Griffin explained newer training devices require feedback sensors and the older models lack them but still have basic instructional value for the church.

The department also reported operational statistics. Griffin said responses through January–April were up 19 percent from last year, totaling 185 calls year-to-date with 42 calls in the most recent month; average out-the-door time was 1 minute 46 seconds. The department provided 79 hours of continuing education to crews that month and 356 training hours for the year. He said the department installed four Red Cross-donated smoke detectors in April and is updating the employee policy manual to local paper and electronic copies: \"Captain Meyer's been working on that, but that's almost finished,\" Griffin said.

The department announced a public CPR class scheduled for 6:30 p.m. on May 29; registration is $10 and residents may contact the station at (513) 738-4513 or the department email CaptainYon@jyonatmorgantownship.org for details.

Trustees asked procedural questions during the report but took no further substantive policy actions. The department will proceed with the approved disposals and donations and move forward with the storage changes for the Historical Society.","At the May 12 Morgan Township trustee meeting, trustees authorized disposal or donation of multiple pieces of Fire Department equipment, and Assistant Chief Griffin reported rising call volumes, recent smoke-detector installations and a public CPR class on May 29.","actionData","errors"]

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