PROPOSED CHANGES TO FEES FOR THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT

Notice is hereby given that the Uniform Schedule of Fees for the Mercer County Health District is proposed to be modified by the Board of Health. A series of readings are to be held at regularly scheduled meetings from June 2025 - August 2025. The Mercer County Health District establishes an annual cost methodology review process in order to determine a fair and equitable approach toward modifying fees for various program services.

The Mercer County Health District has determined that various program service fees will need to be increased or modified in the following programs: Vital Statistics: Certified Copies of Birth and Death Certificates; Environmental Health: Private Water Systems and Household Sewage Treatment Systems; Health Services: Mantoux Testing Fee (TB test).

Any previous fees in conflict with the proposed are to be repealed. The modifications of the Uniform Schedule of Fees is pursuant to Sections 705.15, 3709.09, and 3709.21 of the Ohio Revised Code.

The proposed changes to the 2025 Uniform Schedule of Fees is a local fee schedule which is not affected by state fees. The third and final reading and hearing, prior to adoption shall be August 13, 2025, by the Mercer County Board of Health.

A complete copy of the resolution and 2025 proposed Schedule of Fees before the Mercer County Board of Health is available for review at the Health Department at: 220 W. Livingston St., B152, Celina, Ohio 45822.

An Equal Opportunity Employer and Equal Provider of Services.

Jonathan Winner, D.O.,

Health Commissioner

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PUBLIC NOTICE

The quarterly meeting of the Wabash River Conservancy District will be held on Tuesday, July 1st at 6 p.m. at the Gibson Township Hall, Fort Recovery, Ohio, and is open to the public. The annual budget will be reviewed at the same time.

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SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE

The State of Ohio, Mercer County, Dave Wolters, Treasurer, Mercer County, Ohio, Plaintiff, vs. Parcels of Land Encumbered with Delinquent Tax Liens, Christine Jackson, Last known owner, et al., Defendant. Case No. 25-CIV-018.

Whereas, judgment has been rendered against certain parcels of real property for taxes, assessments, charges, penalties, interest, and cost as follows:

Permanent Parcel#:

26-159000.0000 and

26-700101.M000

Property Address:

101 Orchard Avenue,

Celina, OH 45822

Description:

Complete Legal Description can be located in the Mercer County Map Office, located in Room 209, at the

Mercer County Courthouse.

Last Known Owner:

Christine Jackson

Total Amount of Judgement:

$4,649.60 as of February, 2025, plus any additional taxes, assessments, charges, penalties, interest and court costs, which are estimated to total $8,858.73.

And, whereas such judgement orders such real property to be sold by the undersigned to satisfy the total amount of such judgement.

Pursuant to a Court Order of Sale 25CIV018, in the above entitled action, I will offer for sale such real property at a public auction, for cash, to the highest bidder of an amount that equals at least the total amount of judgement, including all taxes, assessments, charges, penalties, interest and court costs, payable subsequent to the delivery to the prosecuting attorney of the delinquent land tax certificate of master list of delinquent tracts and prior to the transfer of the deed of the property to the purchaser following confirmation of sale, at the Mercer County Courthouse in the Courthouse Auditorium on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at 10:00 A.M.

If the parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale, under the same conditions of the first sale and at the same location on July 16, 2025, at 10:00 A.M. For an amount that equals at least the total amount of the judgement, including all taxes, assessments, charges, penalties, interest and court costs payable subsequent to the delivery to the prosecuting attorney of the delinquent land tax certificate or master list of delinquent tracts and prior t the transfer of the deed of the property to the purchaser following confirmation of sale.

The parcel will not be sold for less than $8,858.73.

TERMS OF SALE: Deposit of $5,000 down at the time of sale and the balance in cash within 30 days from the confirmation hearing.

Pursuant to ORC 2329.21, purchaser shall be responsible for those costs, allowances and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient to cover.

Doug Timmerman, Sheriff

Captain Chad Fortkamp

Mercer County, Ohio

Mercer County Prosecutor's Office

419-586-8677

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LEGAL NOTICE

The Coldwater Village Council has passed the following

Resolution 841 - A resolution authorizing participation in the ODOT road salt contract for 2025.

Ordinance 1759 - An ordinance establishing certain positions and a pay schedule for hourly and salaried employees of the Village of Coldwater.

The entire content of this legislation can be viewed at the Village Office, 610 West Sycamore St., during regular business hours.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON THE WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP BUDGET

Notice is hereby given that on the 24th day of June, 2025, at 8:00 p.m., a public hearing will be held on the Budget prepared by the Washington Township Trustees of Mercer County, Ohio, for the next succeeding fiscal year ending December 31, 2026.

Such hearing will be held at the office of the Washington Township Trustees, 1474 St. Anthony Rd., Coldwater, Ohio.

Ryan Sutter, Fiscal Officer

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PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING

Celina Board of Zoning Appeals

JUNE 26, 2025

The Board of Zoning Appeals of the City of Celina will hold a public meeting on Thursday June 26, 2025, in the Celina Administration Building, 225 N. Main St. (second floor In the City Council Chambers). The meeting will begin at 6:00 p.m. to consider the following request(s):

For review is a request by Comstor Outdoor to install a digital billboard at 1610 Industrial Dr. (Rhino's Auto). The sign is larger than the allowable square footage. Zoning is M-2.

Additional Information may be obtained from the City Engineering Department, 308 Portland Street, Celina, and phone 419-586-1144. ALL INTERESTED PERSONS ARE URGED TO ATTEND. Landowner or his signed designee must attend this meeting.

Vince Barnhart, Secretary Board of Zoning Appeals, City of Celina

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PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING

CITY OF CELINA PLANNING COMMISSION

June 26, 2025

The Planning Commission of the City of Celina will hold a public meeting on Thursday, June 26, 2025, in the Celina Administration Building, 225 N. Main St. (second floor In the City Council Chambers). The meeting will begin at 7:00 p.m. to consider the following request(s):

The first item is a request from Mike Kerns for a site plan review for 500 W. Logan Street, requesting a new building be put on lot for car sales and service. Zoning is B-1.

For additional information, please stop by the Celina Engineering office at 308 Portland Street or call 419-586-1144. The City of Celina Planning Commission requests that the applicant or their designee attend this meeting so in the event of any questions they can be answered and a decision can be made at meeting.

Vince Barnhart, Secretary City Planning Commission City of Celina

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PUBLIC NOTICE

Date of Notice: June 12, 2025

Name & address of facility:

Thunder Poultry

3185 Philothea Road

Coldwater, OH 45828

Name & address of applicants: 

Thunder Poultry LLC

2885 State Route 118

Saint Henry, OH 45883

James L. and Janice M. Broering Trust

2885 State Route 118

Saint Henry, OH 45883

PUBLIC NOTICE

In accordance with OAC rule 901:10-6-01, public notice is hereby given that the Ohio Department of Agriculture has issued a final Permit to Install and Permit to Operate for Thunder Poultry.

The final Permit may be appealed. The notice of Appeal and the filing fee as may be required must be sent to: The Environmental Review Appeals Commission (ERAC), 30 East Broad Street 4th Floor, Columbus, OH 43215, (614-466-8950) by 5:00 p.m. on July 14, 2025. Questions regarding the appeal process may be directed to ERAC. A copy of the appeal must be served on the director of agriculture within three days after filing the appeal with ERAC.

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LEGAL NOTICE

The St. Henry Village Council passed the following:

Ordinance 1163 - authorizing the Village Administrator of the Village of St. Henry, Ohio, to enter into and execute a contract for services with Maharg's Trash Service.

Ordinance 1164 - authorizing the Mayor for the Village of St. Henry, Ohio to enter into a Mutual Aid and Assistance Agreement and execute any corresponding documents.

Resolution 2025-3 - adopting the solid waste management plan update for the Mercer County Solid Waste Management District.

Resolution 2025-4 - authorizing the tentative award of the Various Street Repairs - 2025 Project to Wagner Paving, Inc.; authorizing the Village Administrator of the Village of St. Henry, Ohio to enter into the contract and execute any corresponding documents.

The entire content of the above listed legislation can be viewed at the Village Office located at 371 N. Linn St., Monday thru Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

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LEGAL NOTICE

The St. Henry Village Council passed the following:

Ordinance 1161 - authorizing the purchase of a Super Products Mud Dog 700 vacuum/hydro excavation truck; authorizing the Village Administrator to enter into and execute a contract with MTech Company.

Ordinance 1162 - accepting the best bid for the North Park Court Improvements Project; authorizing the Village Administrator to enter into and execute a contract for services with Tarkett Sports Construction-Central, LLC.

Resolution 2025-2 - making findings and determinations as permitted in Section 3735.65 to 3735.70 O.R.C.; establishing "Community Reinvestment Area # 52", Hemmelgarn Enterprises DBA Hi-Tech Wire, designating an officer to administer said tax abatement program.

The entire content of the above listed legislation can be viewed at the Village Office located at 371 N. Linn St., Monday thru Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

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