City Of Bellefontaine

📣Now Hiring: Water Maintenance Worker (Full-Time)
City of Bellefontaine – Water Department

Looking for a hands-on career with great benefits and the chance to serve your community? The City of Bellefontaine Water Department is seeking a Full-Time Water Maintenance Worker!

💧 Position: Water Maintenance Worker
🏢 Department: Water Department
💵 Starting Pay: $22.09/hour (Probationary Rate)

A full job description is available on our website or at the Mayor’s Office, City Building, 135 North Detroit Street, Bellefontaine, Ohio.

📝 How to Apply
Applications can be obtained:
🌐 Online: Visit the City of Bellefontaine Employment Opportunities Page
📍 Mayor’s Office: 135 N. Detroit St., Bellefontaine, OH 43311
📍 Water Department: 917 S. Main St., Bellefontaine, OH 43311

📅 Application Deadline: December 26, 2025 by 4:30 PM

For questions, please contact:
Heather Feasel, HR/Administrative Coordinator at 📞 937-592-4376

📢 Notice
The Bellefontaine City Council has voted to cancel the scheduled regular meeting on December 23, 2025.
Council meetings will resume on January 13, 2026 with the newly elected Council President and Council Members.

🎅 SANTA’S COMING!!!!! 🎄
Tonight we expect our largest Hometown Christmas Parade and Event yet!

🎉 Downtown Days Activities (FREE!) — 4–6 PM
Enjoy free activities throughout downtown and grab your Activity Guide at the Santa Shed!

🍔 Food Trucks — 4–8 PM
Come hungry and enjoy great food before and after the parade.

🎄 Magical Tree Lighting — 6 PM
Join us downtown for a magical tree lighting with Buddy the Elf!

🚚 Parade Details — Starts at 6 PM
The parade enters Main Street from the Fairgrounds, travels north to Columbus, turns left, and ends at N. Detroit & W. Columbus.

🎅 Santa Update:
Santa will depart from the parade at N. Detroit and W. Columbus and make his way to The Photo Booth for free pictures.

❄️ Weather Reminder:
Bundle up! It will be cold tonight!

🚧 Road Closures:
Downtown streets will close beginning at Noon. This includes everything within the Bypass. Please plan extra travel time today and into the evening.

Come join us for our biggest and most magical Christmas celebration yet! 🌟
Can't attend in person? Watch the live stream hosted by 98.3 WPKO! 🎤

Thank you to everyone who participated in our recent communication survey. A couple of weeks ago, we asked Bellefontaine residents how they currently receive City updates, how they would prefer to receive information in the future, and how we can communicate more effectively. We received a wide range of thoughtful and valuable feedback.

Right now, the City shares information through our website, our mobile app (with push notifications), Facebook, and Instagram. Based on the responses we collected, we are excited to expand our communication options to include Text Message (SMS) and Email updates for those who prefer these methods. These messages will include important announcements, city updates, weather alerts, road closures, and details about public meetings, including City Council meetings.

To sign up to receive Text Messages and/or Emails please complete and submit this form : https://www.ci.bellefontaine.oh.us/forms/city-communications-sign-up-form

If you are not yet connected with us through our current communication channels and would like to be, please use the links below to join us on those platforms.

Website : https://www.ci.bellefontaine.oh.us/
City App: Available in App Stores - Search for CITY OF BELLEFONTAINE
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61569585176239&sk=about
Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/cityofbellefontaine/

CITY OF BELLEFONTAINE DRIPS AND DROPS - Monthly Newsletter

INCOME TAX COLLECTIONS

New for the City of Bellefontaine Income Filers- In 2026 all tax filings will be made with the City of Bellefontaine Income Tax Department. There will be online filing available to file individual and business income tax returns, estimated tax payments, and withholding payments. Please be aware that the Regional Income Tax Agency (RITA) will NOT be processing these filings. We are still in the process of setting up our tax program, but it will be available in January 2026. You will also be able to file your returns at the Tax Office window with the appropriate tax paperwork.

Cold Weather Tips - To prepare for cold weather, keep water flowing by letting faucets drip, insulate pipes in unheated areas, and seal drafts to prevent freezing. Open cabinet doors to expose pipes to indoor air, keep garage doors closed if water lines are inside, and maintain a consistent thermostat setting, at least 55° F, especially if you leave town. Remember to remove hoses from outdoor faucets and disconnect the water supply to them before freezing temperatures arrive.

Make paying your utility bill easy - sign up for ACH Automatic Direct Bill Payments. Your monthly invoice amount/balance will be deducted on the 15th of each month (the due date) or if the 15th falls on a weekend or holiday, it will be the following business day. Visit www.ci.bellefontaine.oh.us for more information, or the sign-up form is available in the Utility Office.

Celebrate the season with our beloved Christmas Parade! Join us for a heartwarming tradition filled with festive floats, twinkling lights, and joyful holiday spirit. It's the perfect way to gather with friends and family and experience the magic of Christmas in downtown Bellefontaine!

❄️ Help Keep Our Community Safe This Winter! ❄️

Snow Season has begun and our City snow plow crews are working hard to keep roads clear and safe. You can help them — and your neighbors — by doing the following:

Help the Snow Plows

• Keep vehicles, garbage bins, and other obstacles off the street when snow is expected.
• Avoid pushing snow back into the roadway after clearing your driveway and sidewalks.
• Give plows plenty of space to work and do not attempt to pass a working plow.

Keep Sidewalks Clear & Safe

It is the responsibility of property owners to keep sidewalks safe and passable. Clear snow and ice promptly to help:
• Kids walking to and from school
• Neighbors with mobility challenges
• Anyone who relies on sidewalks for daily travel

A well-cleared sidewalk can make all the difference!

And don’t forget to “walk like a penguin” on icy surfaces — take short, shuffling steps to help prevent slips and falls.

👉 Learn more about snow-removal expectations and safety tips here: https://www.ci.bellefontaine.oh.us/o/cob/page/snow-removal

Per Sheriff Randal J Dodds Logan County is no longer under a snow emergency.

LOGAN COUNTY IS NOW UNDER A LEVEL ONE SNOW EMERGENCY PER SHERIFF RANDALL J DODDS

🦃🦃 Happy Thanksgiving from the City of Bellefontaine!

Today we’re especially thankful for our residents, our local businesses, our dedicated city staff and first responders, and the strong sense of community that makes Bellefontaine such a wonderful place to call home.

Wishing everyone a safe, warm, and joyful holiday.🍂

Bellefontaine Civil Service Commission will meet at 7:30 AM on December 4, 2025 in Council Chambers located on the second floor at 135 N. Detroit Street, Bellefontaine, Ohio 43311. The complete text of the agenda may be found on our website at https://www.ci.bellefontaine.oh.us/.../page/meeting-notices or at the Mayor's Office at 135 N. Detroit Street, Bellefontaine, Ohio 43311.

Help Us Improve How We Communicate With You!
Bellefontaine residents are asked to take a short survey about your communication preferences. Your feedback will guide how we share important information such as emergency alerts, road closures, utility updates, community events, and more.
The survey takes only a few minutes, and your input will help shape the future of City communication.

https://www.ci.bellefontaine.oh.us/forms/city-of-bellefontaine-community-communication-preferences-survey

Thank you for helping us serve you better.
We appreciate your time and your voice!