REVIEW … Commissioners review several end-of-year and start-of-year documents as well as inspection statuses of county-maintained bridges.
By: Renea Kessler
THE VILLAGE REPORTER
renea@thevillagereporter.com
The Fulton County Commissioners met for their regular session on Thursday, January 8, 2026. The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by an opening prayer and roll call.
Commissioners then approved the minutes from the January 6 meeting and adopted the agenda as presented, allowing the board to proceed with scheduled business.
Under old business, commissioners reviewed a series of year-end and start-of-year financial certifications, including the Certificate of Estimated Resources and Certificate of Compliance for December 2025.
The board also reviewed an amended Certificate of Estimated Resources for January 2026, along with a Certificate of Non-Compliance for the same period.
In addition, commissioners reviewed the Treasurer to Auditor Balancing Report, which confirms alignment between the county treasury and auditor financial records. These reviews are part of routine fiscal oversight required at the beginning of the calendar year.
Moving into new business, commissioners reviewed the Fulton County Engineer’s 2025 Bridge Inspection Report.
The annual report outlines the condition and inspection status of county-maintained bridges and is used to guide maintenance planning, repairs, and future capital improvement decisions.
Commissioners then approved appropriations requests for various county departments. The resolution authorizes spending authority within established funds and ensures departments can continue operations in accordance with the county’s approved budget.
The board next approved an amendment to a previously authorized grant agreement with the Ohio Department of Development under the Brownfield Remediation Program.
The amendment relates to the Britsch property and updates the existing agreement originally approved in 2022, allowing the project to move forward under revised terms.
Commissioners also declared it necessary to transfer funds related to Job and Family Services and authorized submission of the required documentation to the Ohio Tax Commissioner.
This action allows for proper fund movement and compliance with state-level fiscal requirements.
An update to the county’s 2026 holiday schedule was also approved, reflecting adjustments for the upcoming year and providing clarity for county offices and employees.
Before adjourning, commissioners approved purchase orders and travel requests, authorizing routine expenditures and necessary travel for county operations.
With no further business before the board, the meeting was adjourned at 9:05 a.m.