Mason Council adopts hazard‑mitigation update, approves road grant applications and downtown design contract

Mason City Council on Aug. 11 adopted the Warren County hazard mitigation five‑year plan update and approved several items intended to fund and design local transportation and downtown improvements, the council said at its meeting at the Mason Municipal Center.

The actions on Monday included adopting Resolution 2025‑16 to recognize the updated county hazard mitigation plan, authorizing applications to the Ohio Public Works Commission (OPWC) for two resurfacing and reconstruction projects, approving a cooperative agreement with Warren County for a roundabout project, and accepting a design proposal for an east downtown parking lot. Council also voted not to request a hearing on a spirits/liquor permit application for Marion’s Pizza and approved sponsorship for a Mason Community Players fundraising table.

The hazard mitigation resolution affirms Mason’s participation in the Warren County Emergency Management Agency update and maintains the city’s eligibility for federal hazard mitigation and recovery funding, Jenna (city staff) told the council. "This plan represents the County and City's commitment to reduce risk from natural or man made hazards," she said, and staff recommended adoption.

Council approved two OPWC‑related ordinances. Ordinance 2025‑62 authorized the city manager to prepare and submit applications for Program Year 40 (2026) funding. City Manager Eric and staff described two proposed projects in that application: reconstructing Kings Mills Road from State Route 42 to the Muddy Creek bridge with a focus on improved sidewalks, drainage and walkability, and milling/resurfacing Cedar Village Drive and Snyder Road (from the corporation limit to Western…