# Commissioners Zoom's Meeting

Richland County Board of Commissioners budget and regular session, November 11, 2026. OSU Extension presented three county-investment options to address staffing and expand programming. Commissioners discussed increasing the office associate’s hours and whether a second educator could attract additional state and federal matching funds; estimated added match was about $12,000–$15,000 for one educator, or $20,000–$25,000 depending on qualifications. No Extension funding option was approved. A commissioner asked the office to provide a proposal for a second educator, and Extension noted that local grants could also support staffing and programs.

The Coroner’s Office budget discussion focused on adding a part-time investigator, with a proposed starting rate of $26.67 per hour; details were still being developed. The office also discussed ongoing autopsy, transport, and forensic-recovery expenses, including roughly $5,400 per archaeological recovery, and a possible kitchenette refresh estimated at $3,000 pending a maintenance estimate. No related contract or purchasing award was made. Commissioners approved hiring authorizations for Job and Family Services and a building clerk at Wastewater; the transcript does not identify a vendor selection or other procurement vote.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Education, Public Safety
**Topics:** Grants & Funding
**Published:** November 11, 2026

### Sources
- [Commissioners Zoom's Meeting](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lqOWhRcZGRI) - Richland County Ohio