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Hebron Public Works details apron repairs, drainage bids and street‑sign replacements
Summary
Public Works Superintendent Cliff Ward Jr. presented a year‑end report covering apron work, paving, parks and cemetery improvements, noted a staff 3% raise, recommended matching ODOT street‑sign specifications, and outlined state bid pricing options for drainage pipes from ADS/Beagle Hill.
Public Works Superintendent Cliff Ward Jr. briefed the Village of Hebron council on a year‑end report Jan. 11 that covered apron repairs at the municipal complex, planned paving projects, park maintenance and cemetery improvements.
Ward said the department is evaluating candidates for a vacant position and is pursuing the Hope Drive extension. He told council staff thank the village for approving a 3% raise for Public Works employees and proposed aesthetic improvements at the cemetery, including planting greenery and an arched sign.
Council and staff discussed an old storage building near the baseball fields at Evans Park. Ward said he will ask the league president whether the league intends to finish repairs; Mayor James Layton said it is acceptable for the leagues to maintain the building but that it should be removed if not repaired before the ball season.
Ward presented options for replacing street signs, noting the signs’ retro‑reflectivity standard is generally 15 years and some current signs have not been replaced in many years. He recommended matching Ohio Department of Transportation specifications when selecting sign materials and color.
On drainage, Ward reported he contacted the Licking County Highway Department and identified state bid pricing for drainage pipes and culverts available through the state bid contract supplier ADS/Beagle Hill. He said there is no annual minimum purchase and council could adopt a resolution to use the state contract pricing to procure materials.
Ward also reported there is no update on connecting drainage at Parks Street, Fifth Street and Broad Street and that the department is awaiting an insurance adjuster’s review after a semi hit a guardrail. Mayor Layton and councilmembers praised Ward’s leadership and vision for beautifying the village.
Council did not vote on procurement at the meeting but asked staff to double‑check prices and return with a proposed resolution if council wishes to proceed.
