On the agenda: Swanton Minutes — data center (Sep 8)

SWANTO N TOWNSHIP
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
August 11, 2026 – 7:30 p.m.
The Swanton Township Board of Trustees met in Regular Session on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. at
the Swanton Township Hall.
1. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 7:32 p.m. by Trustee Chair Nowicki.
2. Pledge of Allegiance & Moment of Silence
The Board and visitors participated in the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence.
3. Roll Call
Fiscal Officer Mindy Curry conducted roll call:
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Trustee William Anderson – Present
Trustee J Matthew Beil – Present
Trustee Michael Nowicki – Present
Fiscal Officer Melinda S. Curry – Present

A quorum was established.
4. Guest Speaker
Springfield Township Fire Chief Jon Zehr provided a Fire and EMS update. The department reported 19 EMS
calls and 6 fire-related calls during the month of July. Ongoing personnel training, grants, new fire engine, new
fire fighter memorial unveiling in October and department activities were also discussed.
5. Executive Session
Trustee Beil moved and Trustee Anderson seconded a motion to enter Executive Session pursuant to Ohio
Revised Code 121.22(G)(3) for the purpose of discussing legal matters with Township counsel.
Roll Call Vote
Anderson — Yes
• Beil — Yes
• Nowicki — Yes
Motion Carried.
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The Board returned at 8:09 p.m. to open session. No decisions were made during Executive Session.
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SWANTON TOWNSHIP
13410 Airport Highway • Swanton, Ohio 43558

6. Fiscal Officer Business
Fiscal Officer Mindy Curry presented her monthly report and advised the Board that approval items would be
considered through a combined motion.
A. Approval of Minutes
The Board reviewed the July 14, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes and approved with a waiver of the reading.
B. Payroll & Warrants
The Fiscal Officer requested approval of payroll issued on:
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July 16, 2026
July 30, 2026

The Board also reviewed warrants and payment vouchers issued from July 15, 2026 through August 11, 2026
totaling $54,307.52.
C. Approval of July Month-End Reports, Credit Card Statement & Bank Reconciliation
The Board reviewed:
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July 2026 Month-End Reports
July 2026 Bank Reconciliation
July/August 2026 Credit Card Statement

D. Approval of Purchase Orders
The following purchase order was presented for approval:
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31-2026

Description
Northwest Ohio Advanced Energy Improvement District

Amount
$27,740.63

E. Fiscal Officer Updates, Discussions & Announcements
Fiscal Officer Curry provided updates regarding:
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iWorQ software implementation and contract execution.
Vacancies on the Board of Zoning Appeals and efforts to recruit applicants.
The 2027 Compensation Chart received from the Ohio Township Association.
Received email from Auditor of State guidance regarding Multi-Factor Authentication.
Received email from Public Utilities Commission of Ohio action regarding FirstEnergy reliability
standards.
Discussed Community postcard mailing and Dumpster Day.
Lucas County Engineers speed study recommendations and next steps involving ODOT review.
Receipt of the Official 2027 Budget Certificate from the Lucas County Auditor.
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SWANTON TOWNSHIP
13410 Airport Highway • Swanton, Ohio 43558

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Upcoming Fiscal Officer training scheduled for October 2026.

Combined Motion – Fiscal Officer Business
Motion: To approve the July 14, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes with waiver of the reading; approve payroll
issued on July 16 and July 30, 2026; ratify payments from July 15 through August 11, 2026 totaling $54,307.52;
approve current warrants and vouchers; approve the July 2026 Month-End Reports and Bank Reconciliation;
acknowledge Board review of the July/August Credit Card Statement; and approve Purchase Order 31-2026 in
the amount of $27,740.63 to Northwest Ohio Advanced Energy Improvement District.
Motion by: Trustee Beil
Second by: Trustee Nowicki
Roll Call Vote
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Anderson — Yes
Beil — Yes
Nowicki — Yes

Motion Carried.
Additional Parade and Promotional Expenses
Fiscal Officer Curry advised the Board that parade and promotional item purchases exceeded the previously
approved amount.
Motion: To approve additional parade and logo item expenses in the amount of $77.35.
Motion by: Trustee Anderson
Second by: Trustee Beil
Roll Call Vote
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Anderson — Yes
Beil — Yes
Nowicki — Yes

Motion Carried.
7. Committee Updates
Trustees provided updates regarding committees and organizations on which they serve. Discussion included:
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Toledo-Lucas County Health District Advisory Council.
Lucas County 911 Regional COG TAC.

Trustee Nowicki reported the next meeting is August 12, 2026, and either him or Trustee Beil will attend

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SWANTON TOWNSHIP
13410 Airport Highway • Swanton, Ohio 43558

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Northwest Ohio Advanced Energy Improvement District.

Trustee Beil reported on the August 5 Toledo Express Airport JEDD meeting. Discussion included airport
development activity, JEDD revenue distributions, master planning efforts, grant opportunities, aviation
improvements, economic development projects, and the continued growth of businesses within the Airport
District and surrounding industrial areas. Trustees also discussed the impact of development on Township
revenues and services.
Trustee Beil also reported on Lake Erie West Assembly - AI use, property taxes and potential impacts on the
Township, new development, and data centers. He noted that development is a key component of the
Township’s budget. Website updates and ADA compliance were also discussed.
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Toledo Express Airport JEDD.
Internal Financial/Audit Committee.

Trustee Nowicki discussed receiving the 2027 Certificate of Estimated Resources from the Lucas County
Auditor’s Office.
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Lucas County Boards and Commissions.
Lucas County Engineer matters

Trustee Beil reported that a resident contacted the Township regarding a ditch issue. The resident was referred
to Lucas County and advised that a ditch petition needs completed to be added to the petition list. Information
was recently received, and an update will be provided at the September meeting.
8. Zoning Report
Zoning Inspector Ben Mooney presented the monthly zoning report and provided updates regarding permits,
zoning matters, compliance issues, and ongoing projects.
Discussion included:
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Tax foreclosure proceedings at 11650 Airport Highway, could take 3 months.
Reed Road boat violation and communications with ODNR.
Interstate Capital development review and Planning Commission process.
iWorQ implementation progress.
Recent permits issued.
Communications regarding The Greens and proposed fencing.
Pending pole barn application review.
Golf course net concerns, still waiting to be contacted by the golf course management.
Touched base with the Trustees proposed zoning code and fee schedule updates.
Future amendments scheduled for zoning commission review.

The Zoning Commission's regular meeting time was changed from 6:45 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. going forward.
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SWANTON TOWNSHIP
13410 Airport Highway • Swanton, Ohio 43558

9. Cemetery Report
Trustee Anderson presented the Cemetery Report.
Discussion included:
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Ongoing cemetery maintenance.
A scheduled August 17th burial.
Potential grant opportunities for Veterans grave markers, we have 231 Veterans in the Cemetery
Three tree removal estimates for the hazardous maple tree at Lot 447 and talk about planting a new tree

Three estimates were reviewed by the Board.
Motion: To approve the proposal submitted by T & J Excavating & Tree Clearing for removal of the hazardous
tree located at Lot 447 in East Swanton Township Cemetery for $1,200.00 and authorize Trustee Anderson to
coordinate the work
Motion by: Trustee Beil
Second by: Trustee Anderson
Roll Call Vote
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Anderson — Yes
Beil — Yes
Nowicki — Yes

Motion Carried.
10. Roads & Bridges Report
Trustee Anderson presented the Roads and Bridges Report.
Discussion included:
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Recent storm damage and downed trees on Scott Road and Manore Road.
Lucas County Engineers speed study recommendations.
Ohio Public Works Commission funding opportunities.

Trustees discussed potential roadway projects involving Reed Road and Sager Road, including road priorities,
project costs, chip-and-seal alternatives, and scheduling. No formal project selection was made. The proposed
OPWC Resolution was tabled pending additional review. A special meeting to be held on August 25 was
discussed to further review roadway improvement options and time to be set later.
11. Fire/EMS Report
Trustee Beil presented the Fire and EMS Report.
Discussion included:
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SWANTON TOWNSHIP
13410 Airport Highway • Swanton, Ohio 43558

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Current EMS and Fire response statistics.
Whitehouse call volume, 22 calls of which 6 were fire related.
Springfield call volume, 25 calls of which 6 were fire related.
Ongoing discussions concerning future Fire/EMS service agreements and contracts.

No formal action was taken.
12. New Business
A. Township Employee Drug Policy
The Board tabled the Township Employee Drug Policy. No action was taken at this time.
B. Corn Fest Update
Trustees discussed participation in the Swanton Corn Festival, including parade activities, community outreach,
and promotion of Township services and communication tools.
13. Old Business
A. Board of Zoning Appeals Vacancies
Trustees discussed the continuing need to recruit applicants for vacant Board of Zoning Appeals seats and
encouraged residents to express interest.
B. Dumpster Day and Postcards
Trustee Beil reported increased registration for text message notifications following the mailing of postcards,
we now have 107 people signed up. Dumpster Day information, including restrictions, has been posted on the
Township website.
C. Lucas County Speed Study
Trustee Beil reported we are waiting for recommendations on horse signage and speed limit signs for Reed
Road.
14. Adoption of Policies & Resolutions
A. Resolution 2026-08-11-01
Motion: To adopt Resolution 2026-08-11-01, A Resolution Adopting the 2027 Compensation Chart for the
Fiscal Officer and Trustees
Motion by: Trustee Anderson
Second by: Trustee Beil
Roll Call Vote
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Anderson — Yes
Beil — Yes
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SWANTON TOWNSHIP
13410 Airport Highway • Swanton, Ohio 43558

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Nowicki — Yes

Motion Carried.
15. Public Comments
Chairman Nowicki opened the meeting for public comment.
Deloris commented regarding a tree branch that had fallen within the cemetery that needs taken care of.

Trustees acknowledged the concern and thanked her for bringing the matter to our attention.
16. Adjournment
There being no further business to come before the Board, a motion was made to adjourn at 8:57 p.m.
Motion by: Trustee Beil
Second by: Trustee Anderson
Roll Call Vote
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Anderson — Yes
Beil — Yes
Nowicki — Yes

Motion Carried.
The regular meeting of the Swanton Township Board of Trustees was adjourned at 8:57 p.m.
Visitors Present: 8
Visitors Signed In: 7

Melinda S. Curry, Fiscal Officer

Michael Nowicki, Trustee Chair

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SWANTON TOWNSHIP
13410 Airport Highway • Swanton, Ohio 43558

SWANTON TOWNSHIP, LUCAS COUNTY

8/10/2026 9:14:18 PM
UAN v2026.2

Payment Listing
7/15/2026 to 8/11/2026
Payment
Advice #
187-2026

Post Date
07/16/2026

Transaction
Type
Date
07/14/2026 EP

188-2026

07/16/2026

07/14/2026 EP

MICHAEL STINSON

190-2026

07/16/2026

07/14/2026 EW

191-2026

07/16/2026

07/14/2026 EW

192-2026
193-2026

07/23/2026
07/23/2026

194-2026

Amount
$1,243.61

Status
C

$1,632.63

C

WILLIAMS COUNTY CSEA

$199.42

C

MUSKINGUM COUNTY CSEA

$40.49

C

07/19/2026 CH
07/19/2026 CH

TOLEDO EDISON
TOLEDO EDISON

$62.09
$263.96

C
C

07/23/2026

07/19/2026 CH

TOLEDO EDISON

$99.38

C

195-2026

07/23/2026

07/19/2026 CH

TOLEDO EDISON

$59.71

C

196-2026

07/22/2026

07/22/2026 CH

SPECTRUM BUSINESS

$304.35

C

197-2026
198-2026

07/30/2026
07/30/2026

07/27/2026 EP
07/27/2026 EP

ANTHONY PEET
MICHAEL STINSON

$1,350.91
$860.60

C
C

200-2026

07/30/2026

07/28/2026 EW

IRS - EFTPS

$1,327.55

C

201-2026

07/30/2026

07/28/2026 EW

OHIO SCHOOL DISTRICT INCOME TAX

$142.95

C

202-2026

07/30/2026

07/28/2026 EW

OHIO DEPT. OF TAXATION

$407.58

C

203-2026
204-2026

07/30/2026
07/30/2026

07/28/2026 EW
07/28/2026 EW

MUSKINGUM COUNTY CSEA
WILLIAMS COUNTY CSEA

$40.49
$199.42

C
C

205-2026

07/27/2026

08/02/2026 CH

FIFTH THIRD BANK

$653.64

C

206-2026

08/03/2026

08/02/2026 CH

OHIO PUBLIC ENTITY CONSORTIUM

207-2026

08/11/2026

08/10/2026 CH

SPECTRUM BUSINESS

208-2026
8529

08/11/2026
08/11/2026

08/10/2026 CH
08/09/2026 AW

STEVENS DISPOSAL & RECYCLING SERVI
LUCAS COUNTY ENGINEER

8530

08/11/2026

08/09/2026 AW

MENARDS - HOLLAND

8531

08/11/2026

08/09/2026 AW

LUCAS COUNTY ENGINEER

8532

08/11/2026

08/09/2026 AW

PERFORMANCE PLUS AUTO SERVICE

8533
8534

08/11/2026
08/11/2026

08/09/2026 AW
08/09/2026 AW

8535

08/11/2026

08/09/2026 AW

Vendor / Payee
ANTHONY PEET

$5,404.16

O

$285.35

O

$4,692.00
$6,481.80

O
O

$13.96

O

$16,225.29

O

$30.00

O

VILLAGE OF SWANTON
iWorQ Systems,Inc.

$79.84
$2,250.00

O
O

FESSENDEN HARDWARE

$17.99

O

8536

08/11/2026

08/09/2026 AW

SHUMAKER,LOOP & KENDRICK,LLP

$343.22

O

8537

08/11/2026

08/09/2026 AW

BEN MOONEY

$13.78

O

8538
8539

08/11/2026
08/11/2026

08/09/2026 AW
08/10/2026 AW

OHIO INSURANCE SERVICES AGENCY
MIKE STINSON

$9,530.52
$50.83

O
O

Total Payments:

$54,307.52

Total Conversion Vouchers:

$0.00

Total Less Conversion Vouchers:

$54,307.52

Type: AM - Accounting Manual Warrant, AW - Accounting Warrant, IM - Investment Manual Warrant, IW - Investment Warrant, PM Payroll Manual Warrant, PR - Payroll Warrant, RW - Reduction of Receipt Warrant, SW - Skipped Warrant, WH - Withholding Warrant,
WM - Withholding Manual, WS - Special Warrant, CH - Electronic Payment Advice, IL - Investment Loss, EP - Payroll EFT Voucher,
CV - Payroll Conversion Voucher, SV - Payroll Special Voucher, EW - Withholding Voucher, POS ADJ - Positive Adjustment, NEG ADJ
- Negative Adjustment, POS REAL - Positive Reallocation, NEG REAL - Negative Reallocation
Status: O - Outstanding, C - Cleared, V - Voided, B - Batch
* Asterisked amounts are not included in report totals. These transactions occurred outside the reported date range but are listed for
reference.

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