Hamilton County Commissioners Regular Meeting 5/14/26

The Hamilton County Commissioners held their regular meeting on May 14, 2026. Key procurement-related actions included the approval of a purchase agreement for property at 3949 Colerain Avenue for $925,000 to advance efforts related to the county's animal shelter, transitioning from a lease to owned property. The Board also approved a resolution to vacate a portion of an unimproved roadway and authorized assessments for five Metropolitan Sewer District (MSD) projects, with property owners being assessed fees ranging from $6,200 to $12,000, payable upfront or over 20 years. Additionally, the consent agenda included a $2.8 million state grant allocation for a regional mobile crisis support service, a contract award by Job and Family Services for referrals to a maternal advocacy program, and various budget adjustments and policy modifications. Commissioners discussed ongoing capital improvement needs and financial challenges related to the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, emphasizing the need for private funding and partnerships. The meeting also covered updates on veterans services, economic development projects, and community health initiatives, but no new procurement contracts beyond those noted were detailed.