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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Clermont County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Water and Wastewater 5-Year Capital Improvement Plans
Two contracts will keep the county's water and wastewater computer models current, helping staff size and prioritize new water mains and feeding into master plans coming next year.
Stormwater Concerns Regarding Shawnee Station Development
A Union Township resident says an undersized culvert at the Shawnee Station development backed water onto her property last spring, and she's been unable to get answers or a timeline for a fix. The county's development director agreed to investigate whether water management or building code violations apply.
Orchard Valley Lift Station upgrade
The county is moving ahead with a lift station upgrade in Miami Township, advertising for bids with a December 10 opening.
Chapel Road Water Main Replacement Project
The county is replacing 7,700 feet of aging water main dating back to 1954 with new 12-inch pipe to improve service and reduce water main breaks.
Arrowhead Wastewater Treatment Plant Elimination Project
The county is moving forward with eliminating the Arrowhead wastewater plant in Miami Township by advertising for construction bids.
Beckjord Site Coal Ash Contamination and Legal Action
The county approved a notice of intent to sue under the federal Resource Conservation and Recovery Act regarding coal ash contamination at the former Beckjord power plant site. Commissioners are acting to protect local well fields, warning that inaction could force the county to build a $30 million water treatment system.
Information Systems Department Update and Cybersecurity Compliance
ISD Director Chris Davis shared a recap of major county technology updates from last year, including upgrades to county security cameras, access control systems, phone systems, and county websites to meet ADA standards. The department is also working toward full cybersecurity compliance under Ohio House Bill 96.
Whitmer Road Water Petition Project Cancellation
The county dropped plans for a water line extension on Whitmer Road after most property owners declined to support it, largely because some already had tap agreements and didn't want the assessment costs.
Water Bill Relief Policy and Bi-Monthly Billing
A landlord asked for financial relief after a hidden sump pump failure caused a massive $3,800 water bill. The board debated whether the county's bi-monthly billing cycle gives residents enough warning about leaks and ultimately voted to cut his bill in half.
Water Tower Demolition and Maintenance
County water officials are evaluating and planning the demolition of unused reservoir water towers, such as the Williams Corner and Lewis Road towers, following power washing and cost analysis.
Kinsdale Stormwater District Creation and Utility Fees
The board established a new stormwater district and utility fee for the Kinsdale subdivision in Batavia Township to ensure long-term maintenance of private storm infrastructure.
Lucy Run Trunk Sewer Replacement & Wastewater Infrastructure
The county added a $3 million sewer replacement project to its capital improvement plan to fix a failing slope-damaged sewer line in Batavia Township, with 75% of the cost covered by federal grant funds.
County Infrastructure and ARPA Fund Investments
The county invested $40 million in federal ARPA funds into essential infrastructure, including 40- to 50-year-old water main replacements in areas like Merwin 10 Mile and roadway safety improvements.