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Tiffin City Council Meeting - July 20, 2026
Published: Jul 20, 2026
Tiffen Fire Rescue Division Presents Annual Report: Increased Calls, Staffing Changes, and Facility Needs Highlighted
Chief Chapel presented the annual report for the Tiffen Fire Rescue Division, highlighting significant changes in staffing, scheduling, recruitment, and operations over the past year. The report detailed an increase in call volume, the transition to a 24/72 schedule, improvements in EMS revenue, and the acquisition of LifeVac airway clearance devices through grant funding. The report also addressed challenges related to aging facilities, staffing levels, and the need for new or updated fire stations, including plans for a 16-ft addition to Station 2 to alleviate immediate space constraints.
City Council Approves Funding for Combined Sewer Separation Project and Reviews June Financial Report
The Finance Director requested legislation to amend the 2026 budget ordinance to appropriate $138,000 to the combined sewer separation fund for additional flow monitoring and data analysis in the Shanhart and Main Street areas. A transfer from the sewer WPCC fund 552 to fund 557 was also requested. The finance report for June 30, 2026, was presented, showing total receipts and expenses, an unencumbered balance in the general fund, and income tax receipts for June 2026.
Mayor Provides Updates on Street Paving, Road Construction, and Seneca County Fair
The Mayor provided an update on city infrastructure projects. Street paving for 2026 is nearly complete, with only East Market Street and Circular Street remaining for final striping in August. Construction is underway on North Sandusky Street, rebuilding it from Six's Corners to Tom Street one lane at a time, with ongoing detours. Road closures and delays are updated on the city website. Clay Gas is finishing work in the Noble Street area and moving to Co Street. The Seneca County Fair officially opens on July 27th.
City Council Approves Stormwater Easements with TH Plastics and Diocese of Toledo Properties
Ordinance 2026-49, introduced by Council Member Hayes, authorizes the mayor to negotiate, accept, and enter into permanent stormwater easements from TH Plastics Incorporated and the Diocese of Toledo Properties Trust. This ordinance was passed immediately after suspending the three-reading rule, with a unanimous vote of 6-0. The easements are described as post-construction maintenance agreements that pass maintenance responsibility to the property owner.
Council Addresses Resident Concerns on Annexation Process and Transparency
During oral communications, resident Anna Fleckner voiced concerns about a proposed expedited annexation and industrial zoning, questioning the transparency of the process and the city's involvement. Mayor Wilkinson stated the annexation is for future industrial expansion. Council clarified the multi-step process involving county commissioners, council review, planning commission, and public hearings for both annexation and zoning, emphasizing that residents will be notified and have opportunities to voice concerns.
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