Ohio open burning ban now in effect, October 1st through November 30th: What is it, and why do we have it?

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Ohio’s open burning ban is now in effect October 1st through November 30th, restricting when residents can set fires during the spring months.

What does the ban say?

The state law bans open burning outdoors in unincorporated areas statewide from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. in March, April and May, as well as again in the fall during October and November.

The ban includes burning yard waste, trash and other debris.

This is on top of Ohio EPA regulations that bans open burning in village or city limits, as well as burning food waste, dead animals and materials containing rubber, grease, asphalt, or any petroleum product at any time.

The Ohio EPA defines “open burning” as any set outdoor fire that doesn’t vent into a chimney or stack, including burning in a proper burn barrel.

Open burning is also not allowed when air pollution warnings, alerts or emergencies are in effect.

Why the seasonal ban?

According to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, the ban was put in place because of heightened wildfire danger at times in the spring and fall.

In spring, wildfire danger is higher before plants have turned green, and in fall the danger is higher due to dry leaves and dead grass. In both seasons, the risk is higher due to warm, windy weather.

Nelsonville Parks and Recreation Committee held a Meeting, Thu 9/28/23 Recording https://youtu.be/B9Bk4S5wdhU

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The City of Nelsonville Parks and Recreation Committee held a meeting on Thursday, September 28, 2023, at 7:35PM. The meeting was held to discuss,

  • PetSafe Bark for Your Park Grant support and land use letters
  • Nelsonville Dog Park future funding and grants

The meeting was streamed on the City of Nelsonville YouTube channel at, https://tinyurl.com/bhv6bp4u.

Nelsonville Utilities Committee held a meeting, Thu 9/28/23 Recording https://youtu.be/761VzzbfuIE

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The City of Nelsonville Utilities Committee held a meeting on Thursday, September 28, 2023, at 6:45PM at City Hall. The meeting was held to discuss,

  • Water treatment plant building
  • Water project change orders
  • Storm Sewer Fee: Make a determination
  • Water Abatement Policy (swimming pools): Continue discussion.
  • Trash RFP: Putting out for bid.
  • ArcGIS Work Order Integration System: $22,000 pay with ARPA Funds (already available).

The meeting was streamed on the City of Nelsonville YouTube channel at, https://tinyurl.com/bhv6bp4u.

Nelsonville Police and Fire Committee held a Meeting, Thu 9/28/23 Recording https://youtu.be/LcqJpYDiWRY

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The City of Nelsonville Police and Fire Committee held a meeting on Thursday, September 28, 2023, at 5:30 PM at City Hall. The meeting was held to discuss,

  •  Police department dispatching
  • Police department cruisers
  • Police department cruiser take-home policy
  • Continuous parking ordinance
  • Fire department staffing
  • Fire permits
  • Vehicle GPS
  • Code enforcement vehicle

The meeting was streamed on the City of Nelsonville YouTube channel at, https://tinyurl.com/bhv6bp4u.

Nelsonville Public Square and surrounding areas closed Sat, 9/30/23, 9AM until 11PM, expect vendor and pedestrian traffic throughout the area, use caution, consider an alternate route

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The City of Nelsonville announces that the Public Square area will be closed on Saturday, September 30, 2023, at 9:00 AM in preparation for the Southeastern Ohio Rainbow Alliance, Nelsonville Pride Day. The Public Square will remain closed until Saturday, September 30, 2023, at 11:00 PM.

Additionally, Stuart’s Opera House will be closing East Washington Street from Fort Street to 40 E Washington Street on Saturday, September 30, 2023, from 6:00 PM until 11:00 PM, for their Mozart and Beethoven with the Columbus Symphony event.

These full street closures with NO limited access are due to pedestrian safety concerns for the events. The following streets will be closed to all traffic:

  • West Washington Street from Post Office to 40 East Washington Street
  • West Columbus Street from Library to Rocky Boot Way
  • Public Square

Please expect vendor and pedestrian traffic throughout the area. Please take caution in the area during the events and consider using an alternate route.

Nelsonville Finance Committee meeting Thu, 9/28/23, at 7:45 PM at City Hall, the public is invited and encouraged to attend

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The City of Nelsonville Finance Committee will hold a meeting on Thursday, September 28, 2023, at 7:45 PM at City Hall. The meeting is being held to discuss the 2024 city budget.

Citizens comments may be made in person or Emailed to nelsonvillecity@gmail.com by 1PM, Thursday, September 28, 2023. The meeting may be streamed on the City of Nelsonville YouTube channel https://tinyurl.com/bhv6bp4u. The public is invited and encouraged to attend.

Nelsonville Parks and Recreation Committee meeting Thu, 9/28/23, at 7:35PM at City Hall, the public is invited and encouraged to attend

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The City of Nelsonville Parks and Recreation Committee will hold a meeting on Thursday, September 28, 2023, at 7:35PM at City Hall. The meeting is being held to discuss,

  • PetSafe Bark for Your Park Grant support and land use letters
  • Nelsonville Dog Park future funding and grants

Citizens comments may be made in person or Emailed to nelsonvillecity@gmail.com by 1PM, Thursday, September 28, 2023. The meeting may be streamed on the City of Nelsonville YouTube channel https://tinyurl.com/bhv6bp4u. The public is invited and encouraged to attend.