PHOTO BY JACOB KESSLER / THE VILLAGE REPORTER
FULTON STREET … A view of Fulton Street in Wauseon following recent paving work as part of the city’s ongoing infrastructure projects.
By: Jacob Kessler
THE VILLAGE REPORTER
jacob@thevillagereporter.com
The Wauseon City Council met for its regular session on Monday, October 6, 2025, with the meeting beginning at 5:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was led and followed by a moment of silence.
Council moved to approve the minutes from the previous meeting, with the motion passing unanimously. The mayor then introduced Alex Cook as the new Wauseon Chamber of Commerce Director. Following this, a swearing-in ceremony was held for the new Clerk of Council, Sara Henricks.
The Planning Commission met back on September 22. A request from Tim Dennis regarding a potential zoning change from R2 to either R4 or B4 in the Old Orchard subdivision area was discussed. No recommendation was made at this time. The next commission meeting is scheduled to take place on October 27.
\n\n\nThe police department report was then given. It was stated that a self-defense class with “Keeping Girls Safe” took place at Wauseon High School on October 1, with 13 participants in attendance.
Another class is planned to take place in the spring. A domestic violence awareness 5K run also took place on Saturday, October 4.
Moving on to the public services report, it was stated that crews have been busy with multiple projects around the city.
City Unlimited Drop Off has been completed, with six 50-yard dumpsters filled on the first day. The Burr Road waterline is in, taps have been completed, and the old lines will be removed.
The Enterprise Drive Sanitary Sewer project is also complete, and paving work on Fulton Street is nearly done. Brush pickup continues to take place, and leaf pickup will begin once crews are available.
\n\n\nCrews are also continuing to respond to water main breaks as they occur. Upcoming events include Road to Wellness at the Senior Center, Take Back Drug Day on October 25, and Halloween on October 31.
The fire department report followed. Approval has been given to repair a city ambulance, with the work scheduled to begin in December. Cost recovery funds were received following a crash on the turnpike.
A brush fire at Rotary Park was responded to, and a burn ban remains in effect. EMT Jordan Rodriguez has officially passed certification. The department also announced that there will be cider and doughnuts available after Trick or Treat.
Under new business, Councilor Heising brought up the idea of creating a community board where residents can post signs for garage sales and other local information.
The matter will be sent to the Safety and Code Committee. The committee will also be reviewing issues involving e-bikes and skateboards.
\n\n\nCouncil then moved on to several legislative items. It approved Resolution 2025-18, adopting revisions to several city policies, including protected information, records maintenance, personal appearance standards, generative artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity.
Resolution 2025-19 authorizes the mayor to enter into an electrical supply agreement for consumer electricity.
The council also passed Resolution 2025-20, amending the 2024-12 Annual Appropriation Ordinance to allow adjustments within city funds and Resolution 2025-21, adopting a cybersecurity policy in compliance with HB 96.
Lastly, the council moved to approve and pay bills through October 20, with the motion passing unanimously. With no old business to discuss, the meeting was adjourned at 5:24 p.m.