The City of Nelsonville announces that the following City Council Committees will be holding meetings on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at City Hall.

5:30 PM – Parks and Recreation Committee
Duration: 60 minutes

• Hear and discuss a proposal for a Pocket Park Proposal.

6:30 PM – Planning & Development Committee
Duration: 60 minutes

• Review and discussion of alleyway issues and potential policy/code updates.
• Review and discussion of tree cutting requirements.
  • Clarify responsible party.
  • Review of height and maintenance requirements.
• Discussion concerning Petting Zoos and Exotic Animals
  • Review current regulations.
  • Discuss whether code amendments or additional regulations are needed.
• Discussion concerning a Feral Cat Spay & Neuter Program
  • Discuss funding for trapping, spaying, and neutering feral cats.
  • Historical allocation of approximately $2,500 annually.
  • Discuss potentially allocating up to $5,000, subject to available funds.
  • Possible referral/recommendation to Finance Committee.
• Discussion concerning festival and transient vendor regulations.
  • Review current festival and transient vendor requirements.
  • Discuss possible updates and clarifications to city policy.
• Discussion concerning rental property and landlord-tenant code enforcement.
  • Review current policy concerning violations at rental properties.
  • Discuss violations resulting from tenant conduct where notice is currently issued to the property owner.
  • Consider amendments establishing clearer responsibility between property owners and tenants.

7:30 PM – Utilities Committee
Duration: 45 minutes

• Discussion concerning information technology and artificial intelligence policy.

8:15 PM – Finance Committee
Duration: 60 minutes

• Discussion concerning refundable water deposits — approximately $150–$175
• Discussion concerning information technology and artificial intelligence policy Costs
• Possible discussion concerning pocket park funding

Citizens comments may be made in person or Emailed to councilclerk@cityofnelsonville.com by 1PM, Tuesday, September 1, 2026. The meetings may be streamed on the City of Nelsonville YouTube channel https://tinyurl.com/bhv6bp4u. The public is invited and encouraged to attend.

City of Nelsonville City Council is accepting applications for the position of Council Clerk. The Clerk position is part-time and serves at the pleasure of City Council. The Clerk may not hold any other office or position of employment within the City.

Core Job Responsibilities

The Council Clerk’s primary responsibilities include:

Meetings
Prepare for, attend, document, and assist with the smooth operation of Council meetings.

Minutes
Draft accurate meeting minutes following each meeting for approval at the next regular meeting.

Legislation
Number, track, obtain signatures for, and distribute Council legislation in a timely manner.

Records
Maintain accurate Council records and identify and correct gaps in historical records.

Public Records
Work with City Attorneys and departments to locate and provide records in response to public records requests.

Communication
Ensure Councilmembers, City Administration, attorneys, Department Heads, media, and the public receive appropriate information and documentation.

Coordination
Work closely with the Council President, Vice President, City Attorneys, and City Manager to prepare for meetings and ensure Council business runs smoothly.

Work Hours
Complete a minimum of 15 hours of work each week outside of required Council meetings, with additional hours as necessary to meet deadlines, complete public records requests, process emergency legislation, or fulfill other responsibilities of the position.

Step 1 Pay $1,500/month; Step 2 Pay $1,750/month; Step 3 Pay $2,000/month

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The City of Nelsonville is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to legally protected status and in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring an accommodation during the application or hiring process should contact Human Resources.

The City of Nelsonville reserves the right to require additional screening, testing, interviews, background checks, drug testing, physical examinations, or other job-related requirements as permitted by applicable law and City policy.

For detailed job description and to apply, go to Indeed at https://tinyurl.com/57ff48ky. You may also send a letter of interest and resume to the City Manager:

211 Lake Hope Drive
Nelsonville, Ohio 45764
citymanager@cityofnelsonville.com
(740) 753-1314

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

The City of Nelsonville has become aware that Indeed now requires a person to establish an account to search job listings. If you require more information on this job posting, or to submit a letter of interest and resume please contact,

Ashley Scarberry
Human Resources/Payroll Coordinator
City of Nelsonville
211 Lake Hope Drive | Nelsonville, OH 45764
P: 740-300-2131
E: ascarberry@cityofnelsonville.com

The Nelsonville City Council held a regular meeting on Monday, August 24, 2026, at 7PM, in Council Chambers at City Hall.

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