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Residents raise transparency concerns about proposed mega site and sewer expansion as commissioners approve Cresco land-representation agreement

Lorain County Board of Commissioners · December 2, 2025
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Summary

Public commenters and township trustees said they were not being included in early talks about a proposed "mega site" and related sewer expansion; the board approved an exclusive representation agreement with Cresco Limited to help identify and negotiate 80–100 acres on the county's west side.

Residents and local trustees told Lorain County commissioners on Nov. 7 they are concerned about a lack of transparency surrounding discussions of a proposed "mega site" and related sewer expansion on the county’s west side. The public remarks came ahead of, and alongside, the board’s approval of an exclusive right-to-represent agreement with Cresco Limited to assist the county in acquiring or leasing a large parcel.

Rita (public commenter) and Eric Flynn, a Penfield Township trustee, said trustees and residents were not being brought…

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