Charles Manufacturing presents expansion as commissioners weigh enterprise-zone abatement Charles Manufacturing owner Dave Frazier told commissioners his expansion would add payroll and several jobs; planning staff said state law limits abatements to new investment and delegated negotiation authority rests with municipalities, leaving commissioners largely ministerial discretion unless a legal or procedural flaw exists.

Charles Manufacturing is poised for a significant expansion that could bring new jobs and boost the local economy, but the county commissioners must navigate complex regulations before moving forward.

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Commissioners weigh transit options; stakeholders urged a coordinated RFP process Citizens and officials urged Trumbull County to revive public transit. Commissioners discussed three options—regional transit authority, transit board or county-run service—asked staff to convene stakeholders and consider ODOT technical assistance and an RFP process.

Trumbull County is on the brink of revitalizing public transit, with key discussions revealing exciting options for broader access and federal support!

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Trumbull County officials outline $1.75 million state grant to fix jail roof County officials said the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction has increased a proposed roof-repair grant for the Trumbull County jail to $1,750,000; county leaders discussed the paperwork, a previously committed $500,000 local contribution and scheduling the required work this year.

Trumbull County just secured a $1.75 million grant to repair the jail roof, thanks to savvy negotiations and local investment!

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Trumbull County commissioners table 75%/10-year enterprise-zone request for Charles Manufacturing A request from Charles Manufacturing for a 75% property tax abatement over 10 years to support a modest expansion was tabled after commissioners raised concerns about precedent and fairness; Warren’s mayor and county planning staff urged approval and provided legal context.

Trumbull County commissioners have put a hold on a significant 75% property tax abatement request from Charles Manufacturing, sparking heated debates over economic growth versus setting a risky precedent.

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Trumbull County commissioners approve multiple financing resolutions, appointments and routine business; authorize participation in Value Drug settlement The Trumbull County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved several resolutions authorizing note sales for sewer, water and bond-retirement purposes, appointed two members to the county mental health board, authorized participation in a Value Drug settlement and heard public comments about avian flu and potholes.

Trumbull County Commissioners have taken significant steps forward by approving vital funding for infrastructure improvements and appointing new members to the Mental Health and Recovery Board!

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SCRIPTURE READING

Genesis 2:15-17; 3:1-7
Matthew 4.1-11

SERMON “Metaphorically Speaking… ” Reverend Erica L. Brown

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Commissioners push back on deficit rumors and discuss property-tax authority and state funding Board members disputed claims the county ran a $4 million deficit, described conservative budgeting and fund usage, and discussed potential state-level policy changes that could let counties consider property-tax credits (changes would not take effect until 2027). Commissioners emphasized the need to coordinate with schools and state representatives.

Commissioners in Trumbull County are standing firm against rumors of a $4 million deficit while exploring new property-tax authority options that could benefit homeowners by 2027.

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County asked to join confidential 'Value Drugs' settlement; amount not disclosed at workshop Commissioners were asked to authorize a commissioner to sign a subdivision-of-participation release to allow Trumbull County to participate in a confidential settlement dated Jan. 26, 2026. Staff and the prosecutor said amounts and allocation details were not disclosed at the workshop and would come from counsel.

Trumbull County is on the brink of a confidential settlement with "Value Drugs," but the mystery surrounding the undisclosed amounts has commissioners seeking answers!

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Commissioners favor aviation experience as they consider Port Authority appointee The board discussed three candidates for the Western Port Authority board and emphasized adding aviation expertise to support efforts to attract carriers and a flight school; commissioners signaled support for candidate Scott Lynn, a longtime pilot with prior Port Authority service.

Commissioners are turning their sights on aviation expertise to boost airline services and development for the Western Port Authority, with candidate Scott Lynn emerging as a standout choice!

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Commissioners discuss Port Authority vacancy; pilot Scott Lynn recommended for aviation experience Commissioners discussed three candidates for a Port Authority Board vacancy and favored Scott Lynn, a longtime pilot and former board member, citing the county’s recent runway grant and a desire for airline experience on the board. No formal appointment vote is recorded in the transcript excerpt.

Trumbull County commissioners are weighing a critical Port Authority Board vacancy, with pilot Scott Lynn emerging as the top contender thanks to his extensive airline experience.

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Trumbull County educators warn proposed tax-credit changes could strip $6.7 million from local schools Superintendents and treasurers told Trumbull County commissioners that reconfiguring homestead and owner-occupied property tax credits could reduce county school revenues by about $6.7 million (2024 baseline), with individual districts facing six‑figure losses and the potential for program and staff cuts. Commissioners said they would press state officials for relief.

Trumbull County school leaders are sounding the alarm as proposed tax-credit changes threaten to strip a staggering $6.7 million from local schools, risking vital programs and staff.

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Public hearing set for March 11 on Blueprint Phase 2 water regionalization plan Sanitary engineer Gary Newbrow reported five years of planning for Blueprint Phase 2 and said the Ohio EPA water supply loan will fund the project with 50% principal forgiveness; a public hearing is scheduled for March 11 at Southington Local School.

After five years of planning, the Blueprint Phase 2 water regionalization project is ready to move forward, with a public hearing set for March 11—find out how it could transform water supply in Trumbull County!

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Trumbull County commissioners weigh property tax relief, consider owner-occupancy and homestead exemptions Commissioners and public commenters discussed owner-occupancy relief and a homestead tax credit as ways to ease property-tax burdens; commissioners said any changes require detailed fiscal analysis, consultation with townships and schools, and would not take effect until 2027.

Trumbull County commissioners are exploring potential tax relief options, including owner-occupancy exemptions and a homestead tax credit, but any changes won't take effect until 2027.

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Trumbull County commissioners consider doubling homestead credit, agree to pursue owner-occupancy boost Commissioners discussed using new authority in House Bill 96 to expand local property-tax relief, debating a widened homestead exemption for seniors and a faster owner-occupancy credit increase; commissioners requested detailed fiscal estimates from the auditor and urged outreach to state legislators.

Trumbull County commissioners are exploring bold new property-tax relief options that could significantly ease the financial burden on seniors and homeowners—will they take action?

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Trumbull County panel reviews $138.8 million portfolio, projects about $4.2M in 2026 income The Trumbull County Investment Advisory Committee accepted the fourth-quarter 2025 investment report on Jan. 29, reviewing a $138.8 million portfolio held at US Bank and baseline income projections of roughly $4.2 million for 2026 derived from current securities.

Trumbull County's Investment Advisory Committee reveals a robust $138.8 million portfolio with projections hinting at a promising $4.2 million income for 2026!

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Trumbull County commissioners vote to close county buildings after hazardous winter storm At an emergency meeting Jan. 25, Trumbull County commissioners voted to close county buildings the following day because of hazardous road conditions and additional snowfall forecast; HR will publish guidance on essential staff and a press release will be issued to the public.

Trumbull County is shutting down all county buildings tomorrow due to severe winter weather and hazardous road conditions—safety is the top priority!

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Trumbull County engineer seeks return of tax map control from auditor amid technical and legal dispute County engineer David DeChisterell told commissioners the county’s tax-map system and GIS data should be consolidated under the engineer’s office, while the auditor’s office and the prosecutor urged caution and proposed mediation; a meeting Thursday or Friday was scheduled to seek resolution.

Trumbull County Engineer David DeChisterell is pushing for a major shake-up in tax map control, but a legal dispute with the auditor could stall progress.

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Trumbull County commissioners order staff sent home after sewer-maintenance fumes enter county buildings County commissioners held an emergency meeting and voted unanimously to send employees home after chemical fumes from sewer maintenance in Warren permeated county offices, prompted reports of nausea and led to air monitoring at the county jail; maintenance shut down air intake and Servpro was contracted to assess air quality.

Trumbull County commissioners took swift action, sending employees home after hazardous fumes infiltrated county offices, raising serious health concerns.

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County engineer to take over tax‑map drafting, vows GIS/AI overhaul to speed survey reviews The county engineer asked commissioners to transfer tax‑map drafting from the auditor to his office, hire two drafting/GIS technicians, and deploy GIS and AI tools to cut survey review times from weeks to hours or minutes; commissioners pressed for details on staffing, benefits and IT costs.

Trumbull County is set to revolutionize its tax-map drafting by moving the function to the engineer's office and implementing cutting-edge GIS and AI technology to slash survey review times from weeks to mere hours!

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Auditor: Trumbull County reserves fell after 2025 transfers; commissioners weigh budget options Auditor staff reported combined reserves and unencumbered carryover of $17.79 million (about 3.12 months of expense) and that commissioners used more than $4 million of reserves in 2025 to supplement the general fund; commissioners debated how much to draw from reserves versus cuts before certifying 2026 estimates.

Trumbull County officials are grappling with a budget dilemma as reserves dip below $18 million after significant withdrawals, igniting a debate over sustainability and the future of departmental funding.



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Commissioners review 36‑month natural gas aggregation proposal with $4.93/MCF price County staff and a consultant presented RFP results recommending a 36‑month natural gas aggregation contract at an indicative price of $4.93 per MCF, saying residents can opt out; commissioners asked legal staff to confirm which municipalities and townships are included before authorizing signature authority.

Trumbull County is poised to lock in a competitive natural gas aggregation price of $4.93 per MCF, but residents can opt out anytime without penalty—what's next for your community?

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Trumbull County commissioners approve routine minutes, permits and administrative authorizations At their first regular 2026 meeting, the Trumbull County Board of Commissioners approved routine minutes, bills, permits, signature authorizations and a series of administrative items; most motions passed unanimously. A separate vote approved entry into a countywide natural-gas aggregation program (2–1).

The Trumbull County Board of Commissioners kicked off 2026 with a unanimous approval of key administrative actions, including accepting video recordings as official meeting minutes and authorizing significant grant-related documents.

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Events — Bryan Hambley for Ohio Secretary of State | Care for Ohio

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FOOD DRIVE 11/16/25
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All Saints Day

21st Sunday after Pentecost

SCRIPTURE READINGS

Ephesians 1:11-23
Luke 6:20-31

SERMON - “Blessed…” Reverend Erica L. Brown

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Mines Road project: county says left‑turn lane addition will be done before Thanksgiving; TID covers most cost County engineer and TID representatives gave an update on a joint county‑state project on Mines Road to add a dedicated left‑turn lane near the mall; the project is largely paid by the TID grant (about 88%) and the county has a local match commitment. The county closed a short section of road to speed construction.

A new dedicated left-turn lane at the mall intersection on Mines Road is set to ease traffic congestion and will be completed just in time for Thanksgiving!

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Commissioners review FEMA corrective action plans for two floodplain properties; county to use ARPA funds for one buyout Planning staff presented two corrective action plans tied to a 2020 FEMA audit. One plan would purchase and demolish a Meadowbrook property and return it to native floodway condition, with remediation costs cited in the materials; staff said the county will use previously approved ARPA funds to cover the project cost. A second item seeks a Letter‑/

Trumbull County is taking bold steps to address floodplain violations by purchasing and restoring properties, but the clock is ticking on their participation in the National Flood Insurance Program!

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Commissioners discuss jail medical and food contracts as bid process proceeds; sheriff and prosecutor weigh options Commissioners and legal counsel discussed the county’s jail medical contract renewal option for the current physician and a concurrent public bid process for jail medical services and food service. The current physician indicated willingness to extend for one year; commissioners debated whether to complete the open bid process or accept the renewal

Trumbull County commissioners are at a crossroads, debating whether to renew a crucial jail medical contract or open the floor to competitive bids—what will they decide?

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Commissioners debate energy aggregation process and vendor selection; rates not yet known Trumbull County commissioners discussed their decision to use the County Commissioners Association for gas and electric aggregation while some voiced concern about limiting other bidders, lobbying pressure and the fact that a final rate has not yet been presented.

Trumbull County commissioners are navigating the complex waters of energy aggregation, weighing vendor choices and competitive rates while ensuring residents retain the power to opt out.

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