Good morning, City of Bellefontaine!

If you've been outside this morning, you've likely noticed the smoky haze across our area. If you haven't stepped outside yet, smoke from the Canadian wildfires has reached Bellefontaine and is affecting our local air quality.

According to the Ohio EPA and local weather agencies, current air quality conditions have been reported as hazardous. Everyone is encouraged to limit prolonged outdoor activity. Children, older adults, and individuals with asthma, heart disease, or other respiratory conditions should take extra precautions and remain indoors as much as possible.

To help reduce your exposure:

Keep windows and doors closed.
Run your air conditioning on the recirculate setting, if available.
Avoid strenuous outdoor activities.
If you must be outside for an extended period, take appropriate precautions.

Please stay informed by following trusted weather sources and official advisories.

Stay safe, Bellefontaine!

ROAD REOPENED:

W. Williams Ave. is now reopened to traffic following the completion of the water main repair. Thank you for your patience and understanding!

A Boil Water Advisory has been issued for the following addresses: • 628 W. Williams Ave. • 632 W. Williams Ave. • 700 W. Williams Ave. • 701 W. Williams Ave. Residents at these addresses should bring all water to a rolling boil for at least one (3) minute before using it for drinking, making ice, brushing teeth, washing dishes, or preparing food. The advisory will remain in effect until water quality testing confirms the water is safe to use. Once testing is complete, a Boil Water Advisory Lifted notice will be issued.

Friendly heads-up!

Permitted solicitor Toomas Bookman Sarapik with Southwest Advantage is spending the summer here from Estonia and has obtained his solicitor's permit from the City Building. He's all set to go door-to-door sharing educational materials this summer.

If he happens to stop by your home, feel free to say hello!

ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE:

The water department is currently working on a water main break and has W. Williams Ave. closed from Lawrence St. to West St. Please avoid this area if possible. The repair is expected to be completed by the end of the day, and the road will be reopened. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Road reopened South Mad River Street has been reopened to traffic following the completion of the water main repair. Thank you for your patience and cooperation while our Water Department crews completed the necessary repairs.

BOIL WATER ADVISORY LIFTED The Boil Water Advisory for 344 Colton Avenue through 429 Colton Avenue has been lifted. Water quality testing has confirmed that the water is safe to drink and use. Before returning to normal use, we recommend: • Flush all cold water faucets for 3–5 minutes or until the water runs clear. • Discard any ice made during the advisory and clean ice bins if applicable. • Discard the first batch of ice from automatic ice makers and flush refrigerator water dispensers. • Replace water filters if recommended by the manufacturer. Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE Then 300 block of South Madriver Street is currently closed between E. Patterson Avenue and E. Auburn Avenue due to a water main break. Please avoid the area and use an alternate route if possible. If you must travel nearby, use caution and obey all traffic control devices for the safety of the public and utility crews. We appreciate your patience and understanding as our crews work to complete the repair and reopen the roadway as quickly and safely as possible.

ROAD REOPENED The 400 block of Ontario Avenue, between Erie Avenue and Superior Street, has reopened to all traffic. The water leak repair has been completed, and the roadway is now open. Thank you for your patience and cooperation while our crews completed the necessary repairs.

Notice of Public Meeting:
City of Bellefontaine City Council will meet at 6:45 PM on July 14, 2026, in Council Chambers located on the second floor at 135 N. Detroit Street, Bellefontaine, Ohio 43311 for the Facilities Master Plan Presentation.
Following the Presentation City Council will hold a regular meeting at 7:30 PM.
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.

ROAD CLOSURE – ONTARIO AVE Ontario Ave is temporarily closed between Erie Ave and Superior St while the Water Department repairs a water leak. Please use caution in this area and use an alternate route if possible. The road will reopen as soon as repairs are complete. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Road Reopened:

Allison Rd. has been reopened to traffic. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Road Closure Notice:

Allison Rd. is temporarily closed between Dakota Rd. and Omaha Rd. while the water department makes some repairs. Please use an alternate route. The road is expected to reopen later today. We appreciate your patience and cooperation.

ROAD REOPENED Colton Avenue has been reopened to traffic following completion of the water line repair. Thank you for your patience and cooperation while our crews completed the work. Please continue to use caution in the area as restoration work may still be underway

BOIL WATER ADVISORY ISSUED: 344–429 Colton Ave The City of Bellefontaine Water Department has issued a Boil Water Advisory for all customers located at 344 Colton Ave through 429 Colton Ave. This advisory is a precaution following a water main repair that resulted in a loss of water pressure. Please boil all tap water for at least three (3) minutes before using it for: * Drinking * Making ice * Brushing teeth * Preparing food * Washing dishes The advisory will remain in effect until water quality testing confirms the water is safe. A notification will be posted as soon as the advisory is lifted. Thank you for your patience and cooperation. City of Bellefontaine Water Department

Road Closure Notice Colton Avenue will be temporarily closed between Newell Street and S. Park Street due to a water line repair. Please use an alternate route and use caution in the area. The road is expected to reopen once repairs have been completed. We appreciate your patience and understanding.

Road Reopened The 400 block of Carter Avenue has been reopened to traffic. The water leak repair has been completed, and the roadway is now open. Thank you for your patience while our Water Department crews completed the necessary repairs.

Road Closure Notice: The 400 block of Carter Avenue is closed between South Detroit Street and Plumvalley Street due to a water leak repair. Please use an alternate route and use caution if traveling in the area. We appreciate your patience and understanding.

Road Reopened Lakewood Drive between East Sandusky Avenue and Campbell Drive has been reopened to traffic. Thank you for your patience while the Water Department completed valve inspection work.