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Public Works says 2025 saw major investment: $5.64M homeowner and $346M commercial figures highlighted
Summary
Public Works presented its 2025 annual report to Lima City Council, citing residential investment of over $5.64 million, commercial investments of about $346 million, removal of 18 blighted structures, and maintenance metrics including hot mix and salt tonnages.
Amy Harpster presented the Public Works Department’s 2025 annual report, outlining accomplishments across Building, Engineering, Streets, Parks and Forestry divisions. Harpster reported that homeowners invested "over 5.64 million back into our community" and that commercial developers invested "over 346 million in new and existing projects," highlighted stormwater and park stewardship metrics and said 18 blighted structures were removed through programs including CDBG grants.
Councilors thanked staff for quick responses to resident service calls and pressed for follow-up on targeted improvements in specific neighborhoods. Councilor Jones referenced estimated costs for proposed upgrades around St. John’s and Pine Street (about $4.7 million) and said she expects community support for investment in that corridor; Public Works pledged to continue coordination with council and the mayor’s office.
