Lebanon City Council 6/9/26

The Lebanon City Council meeting on June 9, 2026, included several procurement and budget-related discussions. The council approved Ordinance 2026-055, which authorizes a tax increment financing (TIF) term sheet for the Arrow Springs development near the I-71 Bypass 48 Interchange. This development includes a sports performance facility, hotel, office, commercial, and residential uses, with the developer making payments in lieu of taxes to fund public infrastructure such as roads and utilities. The council emphasized the importance of a compensation agreement with the local school district as part of the TIF arrangement. Additionally, the council authorized a $105,000 contract with Burgess and Niple for the second phase of the sewer system master plan update (Ordinance 2026-058) and approved a new power pool schedule agreement with AMP for 2026-2030 to manage energy needs and costs (Ordinance 2026-059). The council also authorized applying for a $29,500 Ohio Department of Natural Resources Nature Works grant to improve accessibility at the Lebanon bike park trails. Updates on ongoing infrastructure projects, such as the Glosser Road construction, were provided, and discussions included property maintenance and safety concerns at the county fairgrounds. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn into executive session regarding property matters and competitive bidding.