Notice of Public Meeting:
Bellefontaine City Council will meet at 7:30 PM on April 28, 2026, in Council Chambers located on the second floor at 135 N. Detroit Street, Bellefontaine, Ohio 43311.
The complete text of the agenda, each ordinance or resolution 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.
Prior to the City Council Meeting there will be an Open House for the public to come and learn/ask questions about the Strategic Land Use Plan for the City of Bellefontaine. This will take place in Council Chambers from 3:30pm-6:00pm.
Following the Open House, prior to City Council Meeting, there will be a Public Hearing at 6:30 for formal comments regarding the Strategic Land Use Plan.
Update: Lakewood is open to traffic.
TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE
Please be advised that CenterPoint Energy will again be conducting work that requires a temporary road closure at 336 Lakewood Drive.
Campbell Road will remain accessible from the north side.
Bonnie Lane will remain accessible from the south side.
We appreciate your patience and understanding as this necessary work is completed. Please plan your travel accordingly and use alternate routes as needed.
Community Invitation: Strategic Land Use Plan Open House
We’ve been working on Bellefontaine’s Strategic Land Use Plan for the past 18 months—and now it’s time for you to take a look and weigh in.
Join us for an Open House:
🗓 Tuesday, April 28
⏰ 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Council Chambers, City Hall
Stop in anytime to review the plan, ask questions, and talk directly with City staff.
➡️ Not a done deal. This plan is a guide for future growth, and your input will help shape the final version.
🗣 City Council will also hold a Public Hearing at 6:30 PM for formal comments.
Your feedback matters—come be part of the conversation.
City of Bellefontaine Comprehensive Land Use Plan PDF
Have you seen the progress down at Harmon Field? 👀
Things are really coming together, and it’s exciting to see this space take shape for our community! We can’t wait to welcome you out here soon!
Things are really coming together, and it’s exciting to see this space take shape for our community! We can’t wait to welcome you out here soon!
♻️ Community Recycling Opportunity Reminder ♻️
Did you know Logan County residents have access to the CHARM (Center of Hard to Recyclable Materials) program?
This valuable service, provided by the Logan County Solid Waste District, offers a safe and responsible way to dispose of items that shouldn’t go in your regular trash—such as household hazardous waste, electronics, and other special materials.
If you’ve been holding onto items you’re unsure how to dispose of, CHARM is a great solution to help keep our community clean and environmentally friendly 🌱
📍 Located at 1100 S. Detroit Street, Bellefontaine, Ohio 43311
📅 Check their page for accepted items, hours, and guidelines before visiting
https://www.logancountyrecycles.com/charm
Let’s work together to keep Bellefontaine and Logan County beautiful!
Did you know Logan County residents have access to the CHARM (Center of Hard to Recyclable Materials) program?
This valuable service, provided by the Logan County Solid Waste District, offers a safe and responsible way to dispose of items that shouldn’t go in your regular trash—such as household hazardous waste, electronics, and other special materials.
If you’ve been holding onto items you’re unsure how to dispose of, CHARM is a great solution to help keep our community clean and environmentally friendly 🌱
📍 Located at 1100 S. Detroit Street, Bellefontaine, Ohio 43311
📅 Check their page for accepted items, hours, and guidelines before visiting
https://www.logancountyrecycles.com/charm
Let’s work together to keep Bellefontaine and Logan County beautiful!
Notice of Public Meeting:
The Bellefontaine City Council Rules Committee will meet on Friday, April 24rd, 2026 at 2:00pm in Council Chambers located on the second floor at 135 N. Detroit Street, Bellefontaine, Ohio 43311 to discuss the following:
I. A DORA-related request from the Top of Ohio Cruisers as it relates to the Hot Summer Nights Cruise In
II. Any other issues that may come before the committee.
The Bellefontaine City Council Rules Committee will meet on Friday, April 24rd, 2026 at 2:00pm in Council Chambers located on the second floor at 135 N. Detroit Street, Bellefontaine, Ohio 43311 to discuss the following:
I. A DORA-related request from the Top of Ohio Cruisers as it relates to the Hot Summer Nights Cruise In
II. Any other issues that may come before the committee.
Notice of Public Meeting:
The City of Bellefontaine Park Board will meet on Thursday, April 23rd, 2026 at 7:00pm in Council Chambers located on the second floor at 135 N. Detroit Street, Bellefontaine, Ohio 43311.
The Park Board will discuss:
I. Call to Order, Pat Ellis
II. New Business
a. Update on Hoffman Pool Financials
b . Update on Harmon Park
III. Meeting Adjourned
The City of Bellefontaine Park Board will meet on Thursday, April 23rd, 2026 at 7:00pm in Council Chambers located on the second floor at 135 N. Detroit Street, Bellefontaine, Ohio 43311.
The Park Board will discuss:
I. Call to Order, Pat Ellis
II. New Business
a. Update on Hoffman Pool Financials
b . Update on Harmon Park
III. Meeting Adjourned
Public Notice: Temporary Road Closure
Please be advised that CenterPoint Energy will be conducting work that requires a temporary road closure at 336 Lakewood Drive.
Campbell Road will remain accessible from the north side.
Bonnie Lane will remain accessible from the south side.
We appreciate your patience and understanding as this necessary work is completed. Please plan your travel accordingly and use alternate routes as needed.
Thank you.
Please be advised that CenterPoint Energy will be conducting work that requires a temporary road closure at 336 Lakewood Drive.
Campbell Road will remain accessible from the north side.
Bonnie Lane will remain accessible from the south side.
We appreciate your patience and understanding as this necessary work is completed. Please plan your travel accordingly and use alternate routes as needed.
Thank you.
🌎 Happy Earth Day, Bellefontaine! 🌱
Today we celebrate our beautiful planet and the small steps we can all take to protect it. From planting trees 🌳 to reducing waste ♻️, every action counts!
Let’s work together to keep Bellefontaine green and thriving—for today and for generations to come. 💚
Today we celebrate our beautiful planet and the small steps we can all take to protect it. From planting trees 🌳 to reducing waste ♻️, every action counts!
Let’s work together to keep Bellefontaine green and thriving—for today and for generations to come. 💚
Notice of Public Meeting:
Bellefontaine City Council will meet at 7:30 PM on April 14, 2026, in Council Chambers located on the second floor at 135 N. Detroit Street, Bellefontaine, Ohio 43311.
The complete text of the agenda, each ordinance or resolution 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.
Bellefontaine City Council will meet at 7:30 PM on April 14, 2026, in Council Chambers located on the second floor at 135 N. Detroit Street, Bellefontaine, Ohio 43311.
The complete text of the agenda, each ordinance or resolution 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.
BOIL ADVISORY LIFTED
PUBLIC NOTICE
April 10, 2026
The City of Bellefontaine has received laboratory test results confirming that the water meets all safety standards. The boil advisory for the following areas has been lifted:
• 1000 Garfield Ave., Lots 61–70
• 1000 Garfield Ave., Lots 83–92
Residents may resume normal use of tap water for drinking, cooking, brushing teeth, making ice, and washing dishes.
As an added precaution, customers may wish to flush household plumbing by running cold water taps for several minutes to ensure fresh water throughout the system.
We apologize for any inconvenience this advisory may have caused and sincerely appreciate your patience and cooperation while the issue was resolved.
📢 City of Bellefontaine Permit-Free Sale Days! 🏡🛍️
Whether you call it a garage sale, yard sale, or home sale, you’re invited to take part in our Annual Permit-Free Sale Days—no permit required on these weekends.
📍 North of Columbus Ave.:
🗓️ Saturday, June 6 & Saturday, June 13
📍 South of Columbus Ave.:
🗓️ Saturday, June 20 & Saturday, June 27
Whether you call it a garage sale, yard sale, or home sale, you’re invited to take part in our Annual Permit-Free Sale Days—no permit required on these weekends.
📍 North of Columbus Ave.:
🗓️ Saturday, June 6 & Saturday, June 13
📍 South of Columbus Ave.:
🗓️ Saturday, June 20 & Saturday, June 27
🚨 Attention Mobile Food Vendors 🚨
The City of Bellefontaine is excited to see the growth of mobile food vendors in our community—we truly value the variety and energy you bring!
However, we’ve noticed some vendors operating within city limits without proper approval. In order to ensure public safety and compliance with local regulations, all mobile food vendors must complete the required application process before setting up and operating.
If you’re interested in operating in Bellefontaine, we would love to have you! Please make sure to submit your application and receive approval first.
For more information on how to apply, please contact Code Enforcement at 937-651-6049 or visit https://www.ci.bellefontaine.oh.us/page/mobile-food-vending
Thank you for your cooperation and for helping keep Bellefontaine a safe and welcoming place for everyone!
— City of Bellefontaine
The City of Bellefontaine is excited to see the growth of mobile food vendors in our community—we truly value the variety and energy you bring!
However, we’ve noticed some vendors operating within city limits without proper approval. In order to ensure public safety and compliance with local regulations, all mobile food vendors must complete the required application process before setting up and operating.
If you’re interested in operating in Bellefontaine, we would love to have you! Please make sure to submit your application and receive approval first.
For more information on how to apply, please contact Code Enforcement at 937-651-6049 or visit https://www.ci.bellefontaine.oh.us/page/mobile-food-vending
Thank you for your cooperation and for helping keep Bellefontaine a safe and welcoming place for everyone!
— City of Bellefontaine
Road Reopened Notice:
The 300 block of Linden Street, between E. Sandusky Ave. and Oakland Ave., is now open following the water line replacement.
Thank you for your patience during the repair.
Road Closure Notice:
The 300 block of Linden Street will be closed between E. Sandusky Ave. and Oakland Ave. for a water line replacement. The road is expected to reopen later today.
Thank you for your patience. Please avoid the work zone if possible, use an alternate route, and proceed with caution in the area.
PUBLIC NOTICE: BOIL ADVISORY
The City of Bellefontaine Water Department has issued a boil advisory for the following area:
• 1000 Garfield Ave – Lots 61–70
• 1000 Garfield Ave – Lots 83–92
Please boil all water for at least one (3) minute before using it for drinking, cooking, brushing teeth, or any consumption purposes.
• If your water appears discolored or cloudy, allow it to run until it becomes clear.
Water samples will be collected in the next 24 hours and tested in the next 48 hours. Once results confirm the water is safe, we will lift the boil water advisory.
We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience as we work to resolve this issue as quickly as possible.
Join us for the 57th Annual Police Memorial Parade & Ceremony
📅 Saturday, May 9
🕚 11:00 AM
Help us honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in the line of duty.
🚓 Parade Route:
Starts at Auburn & Main → north on Main → east on Sandusky → ends at Brown Park
Special Flag Raising
Columbus Ave will be closed as Bellefontaine Fire & Indian Joint Fire District raise the American flag.
🎖️ Parade includes cruisers, color guard, rifle squad, and bagpiper.
🕊️ A memorial ceremony will follow at Brown Park with Judge Estes as keynote speaker.
⚠️ Please note road closures along the route and plan accordingly.
Come out to support and remember those who served.
📅 Saturday, May 9
🕚 11:00 AM
Help us honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in the line of duty.
🚓 Parade Route:
Starts at Auburn & Main → north on Main → east on Sandusky → ends at Brown Park
Special Flag Raising
Columbus Ave will be closed as Bellefontaine Fire & Indian Joint Fire District raise the American flag.
🎖️ Parade includes cruisers, color guard, rifle squad, and bagpiper.
🕊️ A memorial ceremony will follow at Brown Park with Judge Estes as keynote speaker.
⚠️ Please note road closures along the route and plan accordingly.
Come out to support and remember those who served.
🚗🚌 Logan County Mobility – April Updates!
Stay connected with what’s happening in local transportation:
📅 Upcoming Meeting:
Join the Transportation Advisory Committee on April 27 at 10 AM in Bellefontaine—help shape safer, more accessible travel in our community!
🚧 Traffic Alert:
U.S. 33 lane reductions in Union County (through April 10) for major bridge work—plan ahead!
🆓 Free Rides for 50+:
Loop at the Lake: 1st & 4th Thursdays, 12–4 PM
BelleHop: Every Wednesday, 10 AM–3 PM (stops at Kroger, Aldi & Walmart)
No cost, no bag limits—just hop on!
🚌 Transit Expansion:
GoBus now includes a stop at the Friendly Senior Center in Bellefontaine.
⚠️ Road Updates:
Roundabout construction begins May 1 on U.S. 33/SR 274 (expect closures & lane changes).
🚶♀️ New Ohio Laws:
Safer travel updates for pedestrians, cyclists, and other “vulnerable road users”—including bike lane protections and clearer crosswalk rules.
📲 Stay informed on traffic: check OHGO or download the app!
For help with transportation options, contact Logan County Mobility Management.
Stay connected with what’s happening in local transportation:
📅 Upcoming Meeting:
Join the Transportation Advisory Committee on April 27 at 10 AM in Bellefontaine—help shape safer, more accessible travel in our community!
🚧 Traffic Alert:
U.S. 33 lane reductions in Union County (through April 10) for major bridge work—plan ahead!
🆓 Free Rides for 50+:
Loop at the Lake: 1st & 4th Thursdays, 12–4 PM
BelleHop: Every Wednesday, 10 AM–3 PM (stops at Kroger, Aldi & Walmart)
No cost, no bag limits—just hop on!
🚌 Transit Expansion:
GoBus now includes a stop at the Friendly Senior Center in Bellefontaine.
⚠️ Road Updates:
Roundabout construction begins May 1 on U.S. 33/SR 274 (expect closures & lane changes).
🚶♀️ New Ohio Laws:
Safer travel updates for pedestrians, cyclists, and other “vulnerable road users”—including bike lane protections and clearer crosswalk rules.
📲 Stay informed on traffic: check OHGO or download the app!
For help with transportation options, contact Logan County Mobility Management.
The Bellefontaine Police Department is now accepting applications for the position of FULL-TIME Dispatcher. The application is available using the link below. Applications may also be picked up in dispatch at 135 North Detroit Street, Bellefontaine, Ohio 43311 during business hours.
Applications will be received through end of business 3p.m. May 19, 2026
https://www.ci.bellefontaine.oh.us/page/careers
Questions, please contact Lt Jason Lapp at 937-599-1010.
WAGE SCALE:
Scale STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 STEP 5 STEP 6 STEP 7
Contract Yr. Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6 Year 7
2026 $24.33 $25.65 $26.97 $28.30 $29.62 $30.94 $32.29
2027 $25.30 $26.68 $28.05 $29.43 $30.81 $32.18 $33.58
Applications will be received through end of business 3p.m. May 19, 2026
https://www.ci.bellefontaine.oh.us/page/careers
Questions, please contact Lt Jason Lapp at 937-599-1010.
WAGE SCALE:
Scale STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 STEP 5 STEP 6 STEP 7
Contract Yr. Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6 Year 7
2026 $24.33 $25.65 $26.97 $28.30 $29.62 $30.94 $32.29
2027 $25.30 $26.68 $28.05 $29.43 $30.81 $32.18 $33.58
A Logan County Mayors Association meeting will take place at the following:
Date: Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Time: 6:30 pm
Place: City of Bellefontaine - 2nd Floor/Council Chambers
135 N. Detroit St.
Bellefontaine, Ohio 43311
Date: Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Time: 6:30 pm
Place: City of Bellefontaine - 2nd Floor/Council Chambers
135 N. Detroit St.
Bellefontaine, Ohio 43311
