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Archive for February, 2026

Cemetery Decorations/Artificial Flowers Need to be Removed by 3/15/26

In accordance with Wellston City Code, all decorations need to be removed by March 15th to allow for spring clean-up of the cemetery. In the event that decorations inhibit mowing and or maintenance of the cemetery, they may be removed.

Artificial flowers may be used from one week prior to Memorial Day until March 15th of the following year.

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After‑Hours Emergency & City Contact Information

The City of Wellston would like to remind residents that our after‑hours emergency line is:

📞 740‑384‑2171
(This number connects to non‑emergency dispatch.)

For all after‑hours utility emergencies, please call the number above so the proper on‑call personnel can be notified promptly.

During regular business hours, please contact the appropriate department for assistance:

  • City Clerk’s Office (Water, Sewer, Trash):
    📞 740‑384‑2040
  • Mayor & Service Director’s Office (Street and Alley Concerns):
    📞 740‑384‑2720

Please note: Work orders and service requests cannot be accepted through social media. To ensure quick and accurate response, all issues must be reported through the appropriate phone lines or official channels.

Thank you for helping us provide efficient and effective service to our community.

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Big News, Wellston! Here’s an Update on Our Major Grant Projects

The City of Wellston is actively pursuing millions of dollars in grant funding to strengthen our infrastructure, improve public safety, enhance recreation, and support long‑term community growth. Below is a clear snapshot of the projects currently submitted, approved, or under review—all aimed at investing in Wellston’s future.

💧 WATER SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS

We’re making major strides to ensure safe, reliable water service for decades to come.

Water Treatment Plant (WTP) Projects

  • WTP #1 – $4M
    ✓ Approved (OEPA/OWDA) — Currently under construction
  • WTP #2 – $4M
    ✓ Approved (OEPA/OWDA) — Awaiting agreement
  • WTP #2 – $1M
    ✓ Approved (ARC) — Awaiting agreement
  • WTP #2 – $750K
    ✓ Approved (RPIG) — Awaiting agreement
  • WTP #2 – $2M
    ✓ Approved (Federal request) — Awaiting Agreement
  • WTP #3 – $4M
    Future application planned (WSRLA)

🚰 WASTEWATER & SEWER PROJECTS

Wastewater

  • Design Phase – $333,000
    ✓ Approved (OWDA)
  • Construction Funding – $4M
    Future OWDA/WPCLF request covering 2 years

Sanitary Sewer Separation

  • Design – $198,000
    ✓ Approved (OEPA)

🚓 PUBLIC SAFETY PROJECTS

Police Department

  • MARCS Radios – $200,000
    ✓ Approved (Federal request) — Awaiting Agreement
  • WPD Fleet Upgrade – $160,000
    Under review (JAG) — Request for 2 cruisers
  • Practice Ammunition – $6,000
    Under review (NRA Foundation)
  • Drone Program
    Under review (ODOT)
  • Shooting Range Improvements – $50,000
    Under review (NRA Foundation)

🏞️ PARKS, TRAILS & RECREATION

RV Park Development

  • Architectural Study – $18,316
    ✓ Approved (ODNR NatureWorks)
  • RV Park Project – $1,849,400
    ✓ Approved (ODNR AMLER) — Groundbreaking expected March/April 2026

Bike Path Extension – $500,000

✓ Approved (ODNR Clean Ohio Trail Fund)

🎭 THE LOUVEE THEATER

  • ARC POWER Grant – $1.8M
    Under review
  • State Capital Budget – $1.5M
    ✓ Approved, local match required

🏙️ DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION

Ohio Avenue Project

  • ODOT Small Cities – $634,691
    ✓ Approved
  • ODOT TAP – $697,538
    ✓ Approved

🛣️ MAJOR STREET & UTILITY PROJECTS

Pennsylvania Avenue

  • Reconstruction #1 – Construction – $400K
    Under review (OPWC Partial)
  • Reconstruction #1 – Design – $419,266
    ✓ Approved (STBG Partial)
  • Reconstruction #2 – Turn Lane – $222K
    Under review (STBG)
  • Reconstruction #2 – Construction
    Future application planned
  • Penn Ave Waterline – $1M
    Under review (ARC OVRDC)

New York Avenue

  • 10th to 11th – $500,000
    ✓ Approved (CDBG) — Expected February 2026
  • 11th to 14th – Design – $200,000
    ✓ Approved (ODOT TAP)
  • 11th to 14th – Construction – $1,264,754
    Future application planned (ODOT Small Cities)

Wellston continues pushing forward with ambitious, community‑building projects. These grant requests—totaling tens of millions of dollars—represent our commitment to improving essential services, upgrading aging infrastructure, revitalizing our downtown, boosting recreation, and investing in public safety. Our office is searching for new funding opportunities daily to reduce local burden and continue moving Wellston forward.

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