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July 21, 2026, Bucyrus City Council Meeting
Published: Jul 21, 2026
June Financial Report Shows Income Tax Revenue Down 5%, On Track with Budget
During the council meeting, Auditor Lewis provided a financial report for June, noting that the city has contracted with Clark, Schaefer, Hackett for audits. The income tax revenue percentage change remained unchanged from May, with revenue down 5% but on track with the budget. The city had collected 56.73% of projected revenue in the income tax fund and 56.73% in the safety forces fund by mid-year. The finance committee referred an appropriation for a grant received by the fire department for approval. A motion was made and seconded to appropriate funds for the grant.
Pool and Park Levy Ordinance Tabled Amidst Legal Debate on Tax Approval Process
Council discussed a proposed ordinance (38-2026) to implement a pool and park levy, which would add a one-tenth of 1% income tax for four years. This levy is intended to fund the operation, maintenance, and improvement of five city parks and the city swimming pool. A debate ensued regarding the legality of passing such an ordinance before voter approval, with legal advice suggesting an injunction would be filed if it proceeded due to it being an illegal passage. The core of the discussion revolved around the interpretation of 'a copy of the ordinance' required by the Board of Elections, with a Supreme Court case clarifying that a proposed ordinance submitted to voters is sufficient. Ultimately, the ordinance was tabled.
Mayor's Update Highlights Downtown Building Renovations, Economic Development Efforts, and Community Events
Mayor Trua provided several updates: expressing gratitude to Rodney Stribe for his service on the Board of Zoning Appeals; congratulating Ohio Mutual Insurance Company on its 125th anniversary; thanking neighborhoods for supporting National Night Out; and commending Joe Dugan for purchasing the Diamond Wipes factory with the intent to find a manufacturing tenant. He also reported on a meeting with Lee Chase and Sasha Catz regarding updates to the old Swan Building on East Mansfield Street, detailing ongoing brick removal and replacement with a structural concrete block wall. The city administration met with Tim Schneider from Senator Marina's office to discuss potential funding for the wastewater treatment plant.
Health and Safety Committee Reviews Police Vehicle Needs and Debates Automated License Plate Readers
The Health and Safety committee discussed several topics, including police vehicle replacements and the open projects list. Quotes for new police cruisers were to be reviewed. A referral was made to Health and Safety regarding automated license plate readers (ALPRs). A council member expressed opposition to ALPRs, citing constitutional concerns and a Supreme Court ruling, and stated the city should have zero ALPRs.
Resident Questions Committee Report Input, Police Funding Priority, Financial Discrepancies, and Public Records Responsibility
A resident questioned the validity of citizen participation regarding committee reports, specifically asking if it included reports from committee chairmen. The rules state public participation is allowed for officer reports but not committee reports. However, the council chair and council have the authority to change these rules. The resident was permitted to make comments on committee reports. The resident then requested that the purchase of police cruisers be placed under health and safety and finance, suggesting it is a higher priority than parks and pools. The resident also advocated for an income tax for police cruisers, equivalent to the pool park levy, to be enacted before August 8th. The resident emphasized the critical need for radios and communications for the police department, stating that communication failures lead to chaos. The resident also inquired about the status of the Nef Reservoir and the million dollars needed for it, receiving no comment. Further, the resident noted that several city officers do not attend council or committee meetings and stressed the importance of their presence for obtaining answers. The resident also analyzed the treasurer's report, pointing out negative balances (indicated by parentheses) in various funds, including the All Miller walking path, victims of crime act fund, police pension fund, and fire department fund. Concerns were raised about borrowing money for trash trucks, the water fund, and the Sunduski project, questioning how the city will cover the total debt of $13 million without further bills. The resident also questioned the EMS billing numbers provided by the fire chief, stating they do not add up and suggesting the city should switch to hard billing. Finally, the resident inquired about who is responsible for public records in the city and expressed dissatisfaction with the answer that it is a team effort, emphasizing the law's requirement for a responsible individual.
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