On the agenda: Oberlin July 7, 2026 — Data Center (Jul 7)

RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS

Minutes of New Russia Township Regular Meeting
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July 7, 2026

Chairman, Scott Justin, called the July 7, 2026 Regular Meeting to order @ 6:30 pm,
followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
Trustees: Cynthia Breda, Scott Justin, Michelle Tyner were present, as well as Fiscal
Officer, Lisa Akers. Staff and Public: Ryan Snyder, Paul Scaglione, Justin Mott, Brittany Castillo Morales, Rick & Pat Justin, Maureen Egan, Judy Walker, Kim Polen, Steve &
Diane Jackson, Mary Henes, Denny Carpenter, John & Sandy Olecki, Erin & Kensington
Mason, John Knipper, Rick & DeAnna King, Kristal Fletcher, Stephen Burrer, Depty Plemons, Edward Greenweld, Kit Zimmerman, Molly Johnson, Marianne McKinney
Motion to Approve June 2, 2026 Budget Hearing Meeting Minutes
Motion was made by Michelle Tyner to approve the June 2, 2026 Budget Hearing for
2027 Meeting Minutes, seconded by Scott Justin. RCV: Michelle Tyner—aye; Scott
Justin—aye; Cynthia Breda—aye.
MOTION CARRIED
2026-07-423
Motion to Approve June 2, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
Motion was made by Scott Justin to approve the June 2, 2026 Regular Meeting
Minutes, seconded by Michelle Tyner. RCV: Scott Justin—aye; Michelle Tyner—aye;
Cynthia Breda—aye.
MOTION CARRIED
2026-07-424

FISCAL OFFICER’S REPORT
The Financial and Investment Reports were reviewed and found in order.
Motion to Approve Warrants
Motion was made by Scott Justin to approve Warrants totaling $119,913.83, seconded
by Michelle Tyner. RCV: Scott Justin—aye; Michelle Tyner—aye; Cynthia Breda—aye.
MOTION CARRIED
2026-07-425

Fiscal Officer reminded Trustees since there will only be one meeting a month in July,
she will again send a text when bills are paid later this month and warrants need
signed. Payments will be officially approved at the next scheduled meeting following
signature.
Fiscal Officer reported that NRT is now enrolled in OTARMA sponsored Embark Safety
for MVR Updates. No charge to Township.

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July 7, 2026

PUBLIC CONCERNS AND REQUESTS
Kim Polen:
-Any updates on Zoning Board of Commission moving forward
with Data Center Study as stated in Moratorium. Trustee Breda stated she will
update under Trustee Business.
-How will resident’s lawsuit impact Developer? Trustee Tyner stated the Board
cannot discuss the lawsuit at this time.
-What was discussed at recent meeting with Developer? Trustee Tyner stated
that the property located on Albrecht Road that is owned by Lulo may be sold to
a developer and the developer then will request annexation to Elyria, allowing
NRT to be contiguous to Elyria. Liberty Development doesn’t want to utilize
annexation but will if they have no other choice. Also, there are two potential
buyers for property, Jobs Ohio had a company from out-of-the-country tour the
property and the County had one company tour the property.
-Inquired if the Master Plan for the Airport has been received via email from the
County, in particular Karen Perkins? Trustees and Fiscal Officer stated “no”.
Kim stated the FAA stated that the County should inform residents of any
changes to airport.

A gentleman from the audience stated you can go to the County’s website and sign-up
for notifications.
STAFF REPORTS
Deputy Plemons:

Calls for Service

-May 15th, 43000 block of Oberlin Elyria Rd., reference a sexual harassment complaint
from a group home facility.
-May 17th, 14000 block of Quarry Rd., reference a domestic dispute complaint.
-May 26th, 44000 block of Oberlin Elyria Rd., reference a dispute between an employer
and employee and the possible brandishing of a firearm.
-May 26th, 45000 block of Butternut Ridge Rd., reference a disturbance with an
aggressive patient at a local group home.
-May 27th. 11000 block of RT. 58, reference for family dispute between parents and
adult children.
-May 28th, A vehicle was noted at the twp. park after hours. The driver appeared to
have some type of medical issue, so an ambulance was detailed and her vehicle
remained at the park until the next day.
-May 28th, Deputies on midnight shift handled a motor vehicle accident on Parsons
Rd., at E. Hamilton St., where the driver was arrested for drunk driving and
losing control and crashing into a ditch.
-May 30th, 46000 block of Russia Rd., reference an on again/ off again relationship,
with the other party harassing the victim over the phone.
-May 31st. 44000 block of E. Hamilton St., reference a child custody dispute.
-June 2nd, 14000 block of West Rd., a family disturbance between the parents and
adult children.
-June 3rd, 13000 block of West Rd., a dispute between a male and his girlfriend who
was moving out.

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July 7, 2026

Justin Mott:
-Mowing, spraying for weeds continue.
-Woods mower needed new belt which was ordered, should receive tomorrow.
-Lake Doctors, new cables were ordered for Park fountain, should be here
Thursday to set-up
-Tennis court needs repaired, Trustee Tyner requested estimate for repair
-Volleyball Court needs dragged
Brittany Castillo Morales:
-One burial this week
-Frank Arnozky is requesting a buy back of cemetery plots, that is jointly owned
by himself and deceased brother John.
Motion to Approve Buyback of Cemetery Plots
Motion was made by Scott Justin to approve the buyback of two (2) cemetery plots
from John (deceased) and Frank Arnozky at a cost of $200.00, seconded by Michelle
Tyner. RCV: Scott Justin—aye; Michelle Tyner—aye; Cynthia Breda—aye.
MOTION CARRIED
2026-07-426

TRUSTEE BUSINESS
Correspondence were reviewed and found in order.
Motion to Approve Microsoft License Renewal
Motion was made by Scott Justin to approve the Microsoft License Renewal from ES
Consultants at a cost of $1,700.00, seconded by Michelle Tyner. RCV: Scott Justin—
aye; Michelle Tyner—aye; Cynthia Breda—aye.
MOTION CARRIED
2026-04-427

-Trustee Tyner discussed the Cyber Security Policy review, she will contact Aaron Willis
from OTARMA for further guidance.
-Trustee Breda stated Columbia Gas will be clearing trees in the right-a-way in the
near future, markers will be pink.
-Trustee Breda stated Parsons Road is a high accident area and would like to request a
traffic study. Deputy Plemons stated a lot of accidents are intersection related. Trustee Breda would like to see the speed limit lowered or additional stop signs installed.
-Trustee Breda met with Zoning Board of Commission regarding Data Center Moratorium, ZBC will handle their portion of zoning but noise control is a Trustee issue. Advertising will begin on website and Facebook to form a research committee and Kelli
Deeter will be asked for more information.
-Trustee Tyner stated she has spoke with a few companies regarding Zoning Resolution and Land Use Plan. These companies stated they will clean-up the zoning code
and the Zoning Resolution is weak regarding industrial classification.
-Trustee Breda stated she met with Gregory Holcomb from City of Oberlin and he will
be sending information on their Innovation District.
-Kim Polen suggests collaborating with other Townships.

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Motion to Approve Declining Participation in Lorain County Urban County
Designation Resolution
Motion was made by Scott Justin to approve the Resolution Declining Participation in
Lorain County Urban County Designation, seconded by Michelle Tyner. RCV: Scott
Justin—aye; Michelle Tyner—aye; Cynthia Breda—aye.
MOTION CARRIED
2026-07-428
(See Board Referral File)

-Attendees stated the following:
-The Commissioners should inform residents legally of their intent.
-How does this affect the County?
-Is this the deciding factor?
-More urban sprawl is not wanted, and how does that look?
-Since Township opt-out of designation, how does this affect the sewers?

-Trustee Breda stated she feels the Commissioners don’t have our best interest.

Motion to Enter into Executive Session
Motion was made by Scott Justin to enter into Executive Session at 7:12 pm, for employment discussion with intent to hire and pending litigation, seconded by Michelle
Tyner. RCV: Scott Justin—aye; Michelle Tyner—aye; Cynthia Breda—aye.
MOTION CARRIED
2026-07-429
Motion to Adjourn Executive Session
Motion was made by Cynthia Breda to adjourn Executive Session at 7:50 pm, seconded by Michelle Tyner. RCV: Cynthia Breda—aye; Michelle Tyner—aye; Scott Justin—
aye.
MOTION CARRIED
2026-07-430
Motion to Approve Hiring of Part-time Service Employee
Motion was made by Scott Justin to approve the hiring of Ryan Snyder as a Par-time
Service Employee, effective July 13, 2026, at a rate of $22.00 (Step 3, Part-time Employee Pay Scale), seconded by Michelle Tyner. RCV: Scott Justin—aye; Michelle
Tyner—aye; Cynthia Breda—aye. MOTION CARRIED
2026-07-431
Motion to Approve Zoning Inspector Pay Increase
Motion was made by Scott Justin to approve the Zoning Inspector’s Pay Increase to
$1,140.00 biweekly, effective July 12, 2026, seconded by Michelle Tyner. RCV: Scott
Justin—aye; Michelle Tyner—aye; Cynthia Breda—aye.
MOTION CARRIED
2026-07-432

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Motion to Authorize Fiscal Officer to Contact OTARMA
Motion was made by Scott Justin to authorize Lisa Akers, Fiscal Officer, to contact
OTARMA on behalf of the Board to discuss pending legal litigation, seconded by
Michelle Tyner. RCV: Scott Justin—aye; Michelle Tyner—aye; Cynthia Breda—aye.
MOTION CARRIED
2026-07-433
Motion to Adjourn
Motion was made by Scott Justin to adjourn meeting at 7:51 pm, seconded by Michelle
Tyner. RCV: Scott Justin—aye; Michelle Tyner—aye; Cynthia Breda—aye.
MOTION CARRIED
2026-07-434

AFFIRMED by Scott Justin at August 4, 2026 Regular Meeting
ATTESTED by Lisa Akers at August 4, 2026 Regular Meeting

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