Council Meeting – August 11, 2026

Key Highlights from the August 11, 2026 Pleasant Hill Village Council Meeting

The August 11 meeting focused on Pleasant Hill’s utilities, wastewater operations, village administration, public access, parking, upcoming community activities, and several financial resolutions. Council also addressed future leadership structure, meeting transparency, and important projects affecting village services.

• Pleasant Hill Council approved the July meeting minutes, July workshop minutes, financial summaries, wage information, and payment listing as part of the consent agenda.
• A $65,000 capital-outlay adjustment was approved for the tile project, including maintenance work and costs related to towing a tractor.
• The wastewater discharge project was reported complete and operating well, although approximately 60 feet of damaged pipe will need to be replaced.
• Pleasant Hill’s wastewater operations continue to be monitored as sludge levels have decreased and remaining Imhoff tank capacity and funds are being managed for future needs.
• Council approved an emergency resolution allowing the Village to contract with an operator of record for water and wastewater services, with an anticipated base cost of approximately $2,000 per month.
• The Miami County Sheriff’s Office reported approximately 39 incident calls, described as an average level of activity, while parking in the Village lot was reviewed and possible rules to prevent long-term vehicle storage were considered.
• Council reviewed a proposed ordinance to change the Village Manager position to Village Administrator, including changes to administrative responsibilities and the Board of Public Affairs structure.
• Draft ordinances addressing vacant properties and a possible rental registry are being prepared for review, while existing zoning and fence guidelines continue to apply to properties that fall within those requirements.
• Council considered ways to improve public access to meeting information, including more detailed minutes, website posting, archived meeting recordings, and better access to past recordings.
• A September 8 blood drive was announced for 3:00–6:00 PM, with a $25 gift card reported as available to those who schedule an appointment.
• Council discussed recognizing Jeff for 25 years of service to the Village, although no formal recognition action was taken at this meeting.
• Council approved an appropriation change to provide funding for the water and wastewater operator contract and adopted the related emergency resolutions so the changes could take effect immediately.

Topics Covered

• Village Council
• Water Utilities
• Wastewater Operations
• Sewer System
• Capital Improvements
• Parking
• Sheriff’s Office
• Village Administration
• Village Manager / Administrator
• Ordinances
• Vacant Properties
• Rental Registry
• Zoning & Fence Guidelines
• Meeting Minutes & Recordings
• Village Website
• Blood Drive
• JFD / Fire Services
• Village Budget & AppropriationsCouncil Meeting 08-11-26