The Boardman Township Trustees are seeking applicants for the position of Full Time Laborer in the Road Department.

See the township’s Employment page for more information, a job description and an application form.

The deadline for applications is Monday, July 2, 2018 at 3:30 pm.

As you’ve seen in news reports, Meijer has proposed to build a new facility in an area bounded by Lockwood Blvd. and Rte. 224 in Boardman.

The total size of the site in question is roughly 39 acres. Meijer has requested the rezoning of 4 acres in this area to Commercial status, bringing the total area to be developed to 17 acres. At the same time, under this proposal an additional 6 acres would be added to the existing area that is designated as a conservation easement, bringing the total area of the easement to 22 acres. These 22 acres could never be used for commercial or residential development, but would remain a wetlands for wildlife that is present in this area.

The developer states that the Meijer store would provide between 250 and 275 full-time and part-time jobs, and that the company would invest between $20,000,000 and $25,000,000 in site development and store construction capital.

The improved property tax value of the land would be $150,000–$200,000.

At a public meeting held June 11^th, Boardman Township Trustees granted the request of Carnegie Development representing Meijer a 30-day continuance. Within 30 days of the granting of this request, a public meeting will be held for the re-zoning of 4 acres from residential to commercial. At this meeting, the trustees will take action either for or against this zone change.

The following FAQ section is designed to clarify the project and its progress to-date.

Q. What is being proposed?
A. The rezoning of approximately 4 acres of land as shown on this map.

Q. What is a conservation easement?
A. A conservation easement preserves land so that it is unable to be developed and is set aside for nature and wildlife. Under Meijer’s proposal, the existing conservation easement would be expanded from 17.2 acres (see current map) to 22 acres (see proposed map).

Q. Can this land be developed if the proposed Meijer project does not move forward?
A. Yes. The property that can be developed without a zoning change is indicated by the yellow (residential) and red (commercial) areas on this map — a total of approximately 22 acres. No laws exist that can stop land from being developed that follows the regulations established for its current use.

Q. If the Meijer’s project moves forward, how much land would be available for development on this property?
A. Only the area shown in red on this map — a total of 17 acres. The 22-acre area shown in green would be a conservation easement and would never be available for development.

Q. What impact would new development have on traffic in the area?
A. Any development to this site requires the review and approval of the Ohio Department of Transpiration (ODOT). ODOT does not allow changes to a traffic pattern without their approval. They ensure that the developer makes the necessary upgrades to the roads and signals in the area.

Q. Would the developer put in stormwater control measures?
A. Yes. The developer would be required to follow the Mahoning County Drainage criteria.

Q. Was this project approved by the Mahoning County Planning Commission?
A. Yes, they approved the zoning change.

Q. Was the zoning change approved by the Boardman Township Zoning Commission?
A. No, it was turned down 4-1.

Q. Can the Boardman Township Trustees approve the zoning change?
A. Yes, with a majority vote.

Q. Is the Township giving Meijer a Tax Abatement?
A. No. The Township does not offer tax abatements.

Q. Would the Township have to pay for any road improvements if this gets developed?
A. No. The Township will not be responsible for paying for road improvements.

From the empty lot of May 2017 to the finished Station #71 ready for its official dedication on May 29, 2018, you can watch the new station come to life over the course of one year in less than five minutes in this fascinating time-lapse video.

Boardman Township would like to thank the planners, architects, construction crews and all those who worked so hard to make our new Main Fire Station a reality.

And special thanks to Scott Galvin at GalvinPhoto.com for putting this photo project together.

 

Past and present firefighters, township and county officials, and Boardman residents of all ages turned out for the Open House celebrating Boardman’s new Main Fire Station on May 29.

Among those addressing the crowd were Township Trustee Brad Calhoun, Fire Chief Mark Pitzer and retired Fire Chief Jim Dorman, who gave a history of the Main Fire Station on Rte. 224 that the new station will be replacing.

Following a ceremonial ribbon cutting, attendees were treated to food provided by Boardman restaurants and had the opportunity to tour the new facility.

 

 

An item in the most recent Boardman News gave an incorrect location for a parcel that has been proposed for rezoning and will be the subject of the next Zoning Commission meeting.

The correct location of the parcel in question is near the corner of Boardman-Canfield Road/SR 224 and Lockwood Boulevard. (To view a full-sized map of this location, click here.) The Zoning Commission meeting will be held Tuesday, June 5 at 5:30 pm at the Boardman Township Administration offices.

 

The Boardman Fire Department’s brand new Main Fire Station will make its public debut on Tuesday, May 29.

An Open House, including a ribbon-cutting ceremony, is scheduled from 6:00–8:00 pm at the new station, located at the corner of Market Street and Stadium Drive.

The $3.6 million, 18,000-square-foot station includes a training room, training tower and Administrative and Fire Prevention & Education Bureau offices. It will also be the site of a Safety Services Memorial.

Join firefighters, Boardman officials and your neighbors at this special event!

Monday, May 28 is the date for this year’s Memorial Day Parade, sponsored by Boardman Kiwanis. Parade participants will assemble at the Boardman Center Intermediate School at 7410 Market Street at 9:30 a.m. The parade will begin at 10:00 a.m. sharp. Please enter the school through the Stadium Drive entrance for the parade line up.

Grand Marshall and featured speaker at the parade and memorial service will be Jim Freeze, Executive Director of Goodwill Industries. Mr. Freeze is a West Point graduate and Army veteran who served two tours in the Iraq War.

William Wainio will give the invocation. Lt. Colonel Bill Moss, USAF Retired, will lead the Pledge of Allegiance and place a wreath in honor of our deceased veterans. Mark Luke of Boardman Kiwanis will serve as Master of Ceremonies for the memorial service. The Boardman Spartan Marching Band will march in the parade and provide music for the memorial service.

Groups and individuals expected to participate in the parade include Boardman Trustees and other Township Officials; the Boardman Township Fire Department and Police Department; the Boardman School Board; Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and Camp Fire; Kiwanis, Rotary and Lions Club; Boardman Civic Association; Antique, Classic and Model T Car Clubs; and ambulance companies and bicycles. The service clubs will pass out candy to the children of all ages.

In the event of rain, the memorial service will be held in the Boardman Intermediate School Auditorium.

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day addresses a crucial public safety and public health issue. According to the 2015 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 6.4 million Americans abused controlled prescription drugs. The study shows that a majority of abused prescription drugs were obtained from family and friends, often from the home medicine cabinet.

We hope residents will take this opportunity to safely dispose of their unused or outdated prescription drugs on this day.

However, you should be aware that Boardman Township operates a year-round Prescription Drug Drop-off Program. Township residents can turn in unused or expired medication for safe disposal at the Boardman Township Police Department located at 8299 Market Street.

Drugs can be dropped off Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. For after hours disposal (including weekends), please enter the Police Department lobby; and use the phone on the wall to speak to a dispatcher.

Please note:

• Prescription and over-the-counter medicine disposal only.
• No syringes or liquids.
• No need to remove prescription labels.
• All medications will be incinerated.

Boardman Township hosted two interactive community input meetings in order to help garner feedback for some of the township’s overarching strategic planning projects, with residents prioritizing their main concerns. The first meeting was held at Good Hope Community Church on Thursday, January 18th, 2018, where approximately 60 residents participated. The second meeting was held at Boardman Park on Monday, February 5th, 2018 with approximately 90 residents in attendance.

Over 600 residents responded to the online survey to voice their opinions for the future of the Township. Gift cards were randomly awarded to three residents who participated in attending meetings and filling out the online survey. Congratulations to Marissa Wilkinson ($25 Stone Fruit coffee gift card); Fred Scott ($25 Giant Eagle gift card); and Cathy Zimmerman ($25 Giant Eagle gift card).

Next Steps: Develop township-wide strategies based upon community input to develop the Building a Better Boardman comprehensive plan. Future meetings will be scheduled to review the draft with the community once it is completed.

 

Above: Community Input meeting at Good Hope Community Church – January 18, 2018