May 19, 2026, City Council Meeting

The City Council of Oxford, Ohio, held a regular meeting on May 19, 2026, during which several procurement and budget-related resolutions were discussed and approved. Key procurement actions included the purchase of an automated valve exercising machine funded partly by American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, and the awarding of a contract to Jackson Construction Incorporated for the 2026 curb, gutter, and sidewalk special assessment construction project. The council also authorized agreements with Duke Energy for transformers needed for an electric vehicle charging project, and amended an existing agreement with AECOM Technical Services for design work on a construction project, identifying cost savings. Additionally, the council approved a $300,000 ARPA grant amendment to Talawanda Oxford Pantry and Social Services to support their mission, and waived half of the water and wastewater capacity benefit charges for a Habitat for Humanity affordable housing development to offset increased costs. A parking use agreement with the Talawanda City School District was authorized to support the Amtrak development project. The council also approved a supplemental budget ordinance to fund a $160,000 solar panel installation at the senior center, using cannabis excise tax revenues. These actions reflect the council's ongoing investment in infrastructure, sustainability, and community services through strategic procurement and budget management.