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Ashland City Council | July 7, 2026
Published: Jul 7, 2026
Ashland Council Addresses Property Maintenance, Celebrates Business Growth, and Enhances City Reputation
The council discussed ongoing efforts to improve the city's appearance, with multiple calls received regarding overgrown grass and junk. Residents were reminded that burning rubbish within the city is strictly prohibited and could lead to arrest. The opening of Culver's restaurant was celebrated, with owners praising the city's efficient permitting process and welcoming atmosphere, contributing to Ashland's reputation as a business-friendly location. Councilmember Woodward noted receiving numerous calls about grass and junk in her ward. The Mayor also thanked city services for their work during weekend festivities and highlighted the ongoing development of the monument area with plans for trees and lighting.
Ashland's Business-Friendly Reputation Highlighted Amidst Land Acquisition and New Development News
During council comments, discussions highlighted the city's positive reputation for being business-friendly and welcoming, citing the smooth process for the opening of a new restaurant, Culver's. There was also a discussion about the strategic acquisition of 115 acres of land for future single-family housing development, which was praised as a 'best practice' and a 'genius idea' by residents and an engineer, indicating strong community support. A separate comment noted that a Valvoline oil change will be located next to Dunkin' Donuts, and a Seven Brew coffee and Hyatt hotel are planned next to Culver's, with a final lot's tenant remaining confidential but hinted at being related to chicken sandwiches.
Ashland City Council Approves Intra-Departmental Fund Transfers for 2026
The council approved an ordinance authorizing and directing the Director of Finance to make transfers within the 2026 appropriations. This ordinance allows for the shifting of previously appropriated money to better meet the current needs of different departments. The ordinance passed on the first reading, and the rules were suspended for three separate readings.
Ashland Celebrates 250th Anniversary Contributors and Updates on Commercial Development
The council meeting included a lengthy segment detailing the funding and contributors for the city's 250th-anniversary celebration and monument. The Mayor expressed gratitude to numerous sponsors and individuals, including the Ashland Elks, Eagles Club, Culvers, Ashland County Community Foundation, Ashland Main Street, Ashland Monument, Bob Simonson, Ashland University's WRDL Radio, the Rotary Club of Ashland, Ralph Tomasi, Jim Cutwright, Tom and Mary McNall, Terry, Jason Counts, Dylan Counts Production, Zach Burgess, and Luke Walsh. A significant donation for the Freedom Monument was made by Bill Buckingham. The Mayor also provided an update on commercial developments along US 250, confirming a Valvoline oil change, Seven Brew coffee, and a Hyatt hotel, with one remaining lot's tenant to be revealed later.
Ashland City Council Approves 2026 Budget Amendments and Block Grant Funding
The council approved an ordinance authorizing the Director of Finance to amend appropriations for the calendar year 2026. This ordinance allows for the appropriation of funds to complete transactions and utilize block grant funding. The block grant is for $150,000, with a city-shared portion. Funds will also be used to complete property purchases. The ordinance was approved on the first reading and the rules were suspended for three separate readings.
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