June 2, 2026, City Council Meeting

The City Council of Oxford, Ohio, held a meeting on June 2, 2026, where key procurement and budget matters were discussed. The council approved a resolution to accept the bid from Building Crafts Incorporated for the construction of a new water treatment facility focused on water softening, with a contract value of approximately $23.6 million and a contingency of $1.17 million, totaling up to $24.8 million. The project is to be financed through the Ohio Water Supply Revolving Loan Account (WSRLA) with an estimated loan amount of $26.37 million, including application fees and technical services. Additionally, the council authorized the purchase of a new entry and exit lane gate system for the city’s parking garage at a cost of $26,449. The meeting also included discussions on supplemental budget appropriations for the water plant project and other city financial matters. Public comments focused on housing rights and homelessness prevention initiatives supported by city grants. No other procurement actions were noted during the meeting.