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Columbiana County to enact frost laws on Butler Township roads Jan. 1–April 15, 2026
Summary
The Board of County Commissioners approved Butler Township’s request to impose seasonal weight restrictions (frost laws) on multiple hard‑surfaced roads from Jan. 1 to April 15, 2026, in a unanimous vote during its Dec. 3 meeting.
The Columbiana County Board of Commissioners voted Dec. 3 to enact seasonal frost laws on multiple hard‑surfaced roads in Butler Township from Jan. 1, 2026, through April 15, 2026.
Commissioner Ginter moved to approve the trustees’ request and Commissioner Paparodis seconded; Commissioners Ginter, Paparodis and Halleck voted aye. The request listed a number of affected roads, including Buck Road, Carey Road and Georgetown‑Damascus Road, among others.
Frost laws temporarily limit heavy loads on roadways during freeze‑thaw periods to protect road surfaces. The board’s action implemented the trustees’ recommendation; the county record shows the restriction will take effect Jan. 1, 2026, and end April 15, 2026, unless otherwise altered by subsequent action.
The motion carried with no recorded discussion or abstentions. The board did not vote on specific enforcement mechanisms during the session.
