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Key proposals outlined by Ray and discussed by commissioners and the county prosecutor’s office include:

- Public-notification changes: amend code language (referencing the county’s official notice site and section under 125.182) to allow posting notices on the county’s official website or social-media accounts in lieu of newspaper publication; staff said signs on properties and mailed notices will remain when legal requirements apply. Ray said the change will save money and better reach the public.

- Frontage-lot minimum depth: add a requirement that the minimum lot width be maintained to the front-yard setback line plus an additional 50 feet (for example, a zone with a 50‑ft front setback would require 100 ft of depth for a frontage lot) to prevent extremely shallow frontage strips.

- Panhandle and stacked-panhandle rules: add definitions and diagrams to identify panhandle and stacked-panhandle configurations, and clarify that panhandle lots may not be stacked (one behind another) so that lot lines, access and emergency response locations are clearer.

- Dead-end-road terminus: specify that the terminus of a dead-end paved roadway will count as frontage if the lot line is within 50 ft of the paved surface, addressing parcels that abut the road terminus but not the right-of-way.

- Secondary dwelling units: explicitly state that a detached secondary dwelling unit will not be counted toward the maximum number of accessory residential structures in the zoning chart, giving property owners clarity and additional flexibility.

- Subdivision perimeter buffers and lot-width diagrams: expand buffer standards to all residential zoning districts and public roadways with options (buffers >100 ft require fewer plantings; ≤100 ft require more trees; or a berm option), and add diagrams showing how lot width is measured on cul-de-sacs or curved streets.

Commissioners asked developers’ perspectives and raised concerns about whether some property owners would be required to buy additional land under the proposed depth standards; staff said the requirement is intended to prevent manipulative lot configurations and to improve clarity for emergency responders. Creek Township Trustee Sam Stirl praised stronger buffering and noted recent developments (including a solar array near Hamilton Road) where buffers matter for community character.

The board approved initiation of the amendments for review (except paragraph six). Further revisions will proceed through the RPC Executive Committee and RZC before returning to the board for final action; the initiation motion does not change the code immediately.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Warren County Board of Commissioners Meeting August 19, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","Warren County commissioners voted to initiate text amendments to the Rural Zoning Code after a Planning & Zoning work session; the motion excluded one residential-standard change for separate review.","taxTitle","Warren County, Ohio","taxId",48381,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":46,"_47":80,"_49":81,"_51":82,"_53":83,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":84,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":85,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6786855,"Residents press commissioners on potential Medicaid cuts, ICE operations and mail-in voting",2928,2928610,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5601320-775e48380f4b3cf77924f1ab6dfb0468&start=2928&end=0","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5601320-775e48380f4b3cf77924f1ab6dfb0468/thumbnail_2928610.jpg","/articles/6786855/Warren-County/Ohio/Residents-press-commissioners-on-potential-Medicaid-cuts-ICE-operations-and-mail-in-voting","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6786855-239f2f9c95fcb8b9720fcad95a79e69e/orig.mp4?Expires=1770508417&Signature=FuOmwWyKqbAf6EseFe1tfXUCyjmdxvruITqMzg8PdOatkZBaTm16XPmc7zdfGN4hwKNksawwII-rX20LCu5K5L5hwtxUmbWdq~N~~mHyoyNEKVchZpi6fCSwQ~wHCth11Pl04kFINbscmL-vNxIQKmzwbbXJ4FShX7cRB~efN8cTjlYgr2BETWVIPVbX4o0ScI7-XyCc8JHBobbi5i1kwy-NJFHn8LrvxI06W4iHRpV8NqxRjnpVXnlruhr8NDZzMVNUvtPc1BpQ53epLeKjWxIFu~BZRaKQFtoW5Reg-qqC5jq2n~3fFpczxypIpCw0hiT9blUXxwaIzseR5i1etw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","During the public-comment portion of the meeting, resident John Foner raised several concerns about federal actions and local consequences. He asked whether Warren County is preparing contingency plans for possible cuts to Medicaid and veterans services following recent federal legislation and urged the board to advocate for disadvantaged residents.

County officials responded that Medicaid in the state is county-administered but state‑sponsored and that implementation details will be determined by the state; the county must wait for state rulemaking before it can change local administration. A county official said they are following possible SNAP changes and administrative-cost implications and expressed a focus on ensuring children and the indigent keep safety-net access.

Foner also asked whether the county or sheriff’s office has had conversations with ICE about shared facilities or operations comparable to arrangements in neighboring counties. Officials said they were not aware of current conversations; the sheriff has addressed the topic publicly, staff said.

On mail-in voting, Foner asked whether there had been significant issues in Warren County. County officials said they were not aware of problems that would have altered outcomes and that the Board of Elections validates elections and pursues instances of attempted registration fraud when they occur. Commissioners said they routinely work with state officials and will monitor federal and state rulemaking to assess local impacts.

Foner shared personal examples of families he fears may be affected, and commissioners said they will be attentive to rulemaking and implementation when the state clarifies how any federal changes will be administered locally.","Resident John Foner asked commissioners whether the county is preparing for possible federal cuts to Medicaid and veterans services and whether there have been conversations about ICE operations or significant mail-in voting problems.",{"_33":87,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":88,"_41":89,"_43":90,"_45":90,"_47":91,"_49":92,"_51":93,"_53":94,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":95,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":96,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6786866,"Warren County animal-control update: intakes fall, licensing push planned",0,240,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5601320-775e48380f4b3cf77924f1ab6dfb0468&start=0&end=0","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5601320-775e48380f4b3cf77924f1ab6dfb0468/thumbnail_240.jpg","/articles/6786866/Warren-County/Ohio/Warren-County-animal-control-update-intakes-fall-licensing-push-planned","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6786866-ab0c3708a61f1245f4d378073f8d4479/orig.mp4?Expires=1770508417&Signature=ZUjhsJziIXm1ZqrdD56zur7q7mTfo7O~2gD7locEUs-73NPmL92r4rFX6ghtfJOlxfPrjfCCFXQDCeeEV~lfHmFEPFnGdmoXjPWUnlv5bUzF8C5fVEhTKpVx0Wbn~xdRqxujHBpIugTqZOptuuGYPITp9rtA6BEvO04cme64-bnOyzqy6EbySBNTwsSN-SCNnPB24IDzM56QCK8e0A4IN~6fu~3v2ZKc-bz2xvCfPgJ1vUD3uZvvYLq7HAWWZx7UL58t-~UVriAjJa-j4Wtgwv0grkYSPmtB2I~fn2ckDa3vlM4buFXPAtPYtujqsxQ3XVdmJzi8pVhgFBkC1bLTBA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Nathan, the county’s animal-control supervisor, told the Warren County Board of Commissioners that the department handled just over 1,100 calls last year — about 250 after-hours — and brought in 531 dogs, down from roughly 1,200–1,300 a decade ago. \"So our current numbers as far as calls go, last year we handled just over 1100 calls,\" Nathan said. He added that 183 of the animals taken in were claimed, about 35 percent, and the remainder were transferred to the humane association for adoption.

Nathan said dog-licensing fees are the department’s main revenue source and estimated licensing compliance is low: \"we probably only have about 10% of the population\" with a license displayed. He said licensing brings in about $450,000 a year and that the department will push marketing and convenience options this year, including signage with QR codes at 62 locations to point owners to online registration, continued over-the-counter sales through 24 agents, and school outreach to teach children about microchipping and the role of licensing in returning pets to owners.

Commissioners asked about enforcement and penalties when unlicensed dogs are located. Nathan said courts vary but fines are generally set by the local courts and typically run about $100–$150 for failure to license; officers prefer to give owners an opportunity to purchase a tag at the time of contact. He also said staff carry tags in vehicles to enable immediate licensing.

The update noted some inconsistencies and practical details in the discussion: staff described one-year and multi-year tag options, and mentioned a 10‑year “permanent” tag option; commissioners and staff discussed how counties sometimes supplement licensing revenue with lease arrangements and occasional general-fund support for the humane society lease. No formal action was taken on licensing; the item was presented as an informational update and staff outlined follow-up outreach and education plans.","Animal-control staff told commissioners the department handled just over 1,100 calls last year and brought in 531 dogs; staff plan a marketing push (62 signage locations, QR codes, school outreach) to raise licensing compliance and revenue that now covers much of operations.","actionData","errors"]

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