Findlay council postpones Heartland Forward collaboration after public concerns After two public speakers raised questions about outside influence, funding and an emergency clause, Findlay City Council voted to postpone an ordinance to enter a multi-year collaboration with Heartland Forward until its next meeting. Councilmembers split on value of the data product and local control.

Findlay City Council hits pause on a controversial agreement with Heartland Forward amid public concerns over data control and local priorities.

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Findlay council approves several emergency ordinances, adopts 12‑month moratorium on certain amusement machines At its January meeting, Findlay City Council approved multiple emergency appropriations and ordinances, including Ordinances 2026‑007, 2026‑009 and a 12‑month moratorium (Ordinance 2026‑011) on businesses using Type C skill‑based amusement machines; council also approved auditor expenditures and a liquor‑permit non‑objection letter.

Findlay City Council just enacted a 12-month moratorium on skill-based amusement businesses, shaking up the local entertainment scene!

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Findlay City Council adopts $42 million 2026 budget after debate over staffing and transparency After extended debate about staffing levels and budget transparency, Findlay City Council voted to adopt a roughly $42 million 2026 appropriations ordinance. An amendment to delay hiring an HR position and cut $86,250 failed; the main ordinance passed under suspended rules.

Findlay City Council has officially adopted a $42 million budget for 2026 amidst heated debates about staffing and the need for greater transparency.

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Councilman-elect warns of structural deficit; urges 5% cuts as Findlay readies 2026 budget Rodney Phillips, councilman-elect (6th Ward), told council on Dec. 16 that Findlay's expenses have outpaced revenue for four years and urged the auditor, mayor and incoming council to pursue 5% reductions to avoid drawing down cash reserves.

Councilman-elect Rodney Phillips warns that Findlay's budget crisis, with expenses outpacing revenue, could threaten the city's financial future unless drastic cuts are made.

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Findlay council delays vote on revised loitering ordinance after heavy public opposition After more than an hour of public comment and debate over a replacement unlawful-congregation ordinance that residents and service providers said could criminalize homelessness, Findlay City Council voted to postpone consideration until Dec. 2 to allow more review and outreach.

Findlay City Council has postponed a controversial loitering ordinance amid public outcry, raising concerns that it could criminalize homelessness instead of addressing real issues downtown.

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Findlay committee weighs new loitering ordinance to give police clearer enforcement criteria Findlay City Council’s Committee of the Whole reviewed a revised loitering ordinance intended to give officers objective criteria to address groups lingering near businesses; councilmembers questioned timing, overlap with existing panhandling and trespass laws, and public notice for any amended draft.

Findlay City Council is considering a new loitering ordinance that could redefine public space use and law enforcement's role—what's your take on it?

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Findlay City Council adopts multiple resolutions and ordinances; key votes listed At its Oct. 7 meeting, the Findlay City Council adopted several resolutions and ordinances, approved committee reports and authorized funding or referrals on a range of municipal items. This roundup lists each adopted measure and its stated purpose or next step.

Findlay City Council just made a series of game-changing decisions, from annexations to a new cybersecurity program that could reshape municipal services!

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Findlay Council Debates Development Strategy and Auction Plans for Lower Intensity Property Council discusses auctioning lower intensity property while considering zoning and development agreements.

Findlay City Council is at a crossroads, debating whether to auction a key property or craft a comprehensive development plan that protects community interests.

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Findlay Council Approves Design Funding Amid Safety Concerns Over Downtown Park Site Council approves $4M for park designs despite public calls for environmental safety reassurances.

Findlay City Council greenlights $4 million for a controversial downtown park, but serious safety concerns linger over past contamination risks.

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City Council approves updated water and sewer rules and new rate change processes Council adopts revised water and sewer regulations including new procedural changes

Findlay's Water and Sewer Committee just approved crucial updates that could shape your utility costs for the next five years!

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