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Village of Swanton Update – June 2025
- Shannon Shulters
- Jun 10
- 3 min read
As summer kicks off, the Village of Swanton continues to stay busy with key projects, community events, and day-to-day operations that support our residents, infrastructure, and public services. Here’s a detailed look at what we’ve been working on throughout the month of June.
🎆 Fireworks & Summer Events
Mark your calendars! Our Independence Day Fireworks Celebration will be held on Saturday, June 28, beginning at 6:00 PM in Memorial Park. Last year’s event saw a smoother exit thanks to attendees choosing to park and walk into the park, and we’re encouraging the same again this year to help ease congestion after the show. Let’s make it another successful and safe community celebration!
🔧 Infrastructure & Public Works
Several key infrastructure projects are in motion this month:
North Main Street Sewer Repair: Emergency sewer coordination continues in response to a depression forming in the roadway. Contractors are measuring weekly, and Public Service is actively monitoring the site until work begins.
Munson Road Improvement Project: Construction is set to begin on June 30, with road closures and mobilization starting the same day. The project team has met with contractors and stakeholders to finalize preparation.
Project Progress:
Hallett Avenue Phase A is nearing final completion.
A new drive access to the Water Resource Recovery Facility (WRRF) is in development.
Plans for lane and signal changes on Airport Highway have been submitted to ODOT for final review.
Memorial Park Maintenance: Ongoing playground repairs are in process as we coordinate with vendors to resolve equipment concerns.
🏘️ Community Development
Early planning conversations are taking place for the potential development of Lucas County Parcel ID 7500239.
The Village’s seat on the Fulton County Visitors Bureau is now filled by Chamber Director Delray Busch.
No Planning Commission meeting is scheduled for June, but permit reviews and zoning concerns are ongoing.
The Fulton County Health Department followed up on a resident complaint regarding China Garden. Their inspection revealed no violations at this time.
Code enforcement remains active, especially addressing nuisance properties and tall grass throughout the Village.
💼 Finance & Operations
April bank reconciliation is complete; May is nearly finished.
Budget adjustments are underway to account for WRRF project impacts.
Appropriation increases have been recommended to ensure project timelines and funding remain on track.
Interviews were held for seasonal part-time public service roles — welcome aboard Tanner and Trey, pending pre-employment screening.
👮♂️ Public Safety
The Swanton Police Department accepted a $10,000 donation from the Swanton Rotary Club to help support the development of a K-9 Unit.
Officer Trey Keefer was officially sworn in on June 4 and has begun his full-time duties.
Swanton Fire & Rescue responded to 118 calls in May (100 EMS / 18 Fire) and participated in the Safety Village graduation, attended by 43 young students.
Intern Dylan has been approved to begin his fire training experience with the department this summer.
📢 Communication & Community Engagement
Public updates were posted regarding the delay in reopening Hallett Avenue and recent vandalism at Memorial Park.
Village administration responded to community concerns involving road depressions, permits, and interpretation of codified ordinances.
We appreciate your continued involvement and feedback as we work to improve services and maintain transparency in Village operations. Please continue to follow along on social media and attend Council Meetings for the latest updates. Thank you for being part of our vibrant Swanton community!
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