Council approved Resolution 2025‑64 to establish the Xenia Market District New Community Authority (NCA) following staff presentation on the proposed district and required petition materials under ORC Chapter 349. The petition submitted by property owners included a development map, preliminary feasibility analysis and proposed covenants that would allow funding mechanisms such as development charges and sales surcharges within the district.

Staff recommended appointing an initial seven‑member board that includes three developer representatives and four council‑appointed members. Council approved the resolution and the proposed initial trustee slate.

Council also authorized a local partnership agreement with the Ohio Department of Transportation so the city can accept a federal Transportation Alternatives grant of $755,187.29 (no local match required) to rehabilitate sidewalks on East Market Street between North Columbus and North Patton Streets and to construct sidewalks on South Columbus Street adjacent to the Ohio To Erie Trail; staff said construction funds are anticipated in 2028 and the city will manage bidding and project oversight.

The council action advances the Market District's capital financing and implementation steps and secures federal funding to repair long‑deteriorated sidewalks in the East End.