🚨 Council Vacancy Announcement 🚨
We currently have a vacancy on our council! If you’re interested in serving and making a difference in our community, please fill out the application. Applications can be found in lobby (on bulletin board), online at our website under "Village Council" tab, or by simply clicking the link below!
📄 Once you're done, please Email it to AGrube@AshvilleOhio.Gov no later than 11:59 PM, Saturday, November 29, 2025!
Don’t miss this opportunity to get involved and help shape our community!
Link to application on our website:
https://aptg.co/VxBqPz
Grateful for our wonderful community and the blessings that surround us this Thanksgiving. 🍁 What are you most thankful for this year? Share with us in the comments!
Our office is closed today and tomorrow, but we’ll be back on Monday, December 1st! Wishing everyone a joyful and peaceful holiday! #Thanksgiving #Gratitude #Ashville
The Village of Ashville would like to announce the hiring of Officer Christopher Hempstead. Officer Hempstead has over 28 years of experience in law enforcement and has worked at the Circleville Police Department and most recently at The Pickaway County Sheriff Office. Please help us welcome Officer Hempstead to the Village!
The Village of Ashville is proud to announce that Officer Daniel Mettler has officially accepted a full-time position with the Ashville Police Department!
Officer Mettler has been a dedicated member of our team since 2010, serving our community with professionalism, integrity, and a strong commitment to public safety. Over the years, he has demonstrated outstanding service and an unwavering passion for protecting and supporting the residents of Ashville.
Please join us in congratulating Officer Mettler, we are grateful for his continued leadership and look forward to all that he will accomplish in this new role.
Officer Mettler has been a dedicated member of our team since 2010, serving our community with professionalism, integrity, and a strong commitment to public safety. Over the years, he has demonstrated outstanding service and an unwavering passion for protecting and supporting the residents of Ashville.
Please join us in congratulating Officer Mettler, we are grateful for his continued leadership and look forward to all that he will accomplish in this new role.
The Village of Ashville’s Planning and Zoning Board will hold a Public Hearing for a rezoning/amendment to the zoning code/map application request on the 16th day of December 2025 at 6:00 PM at the Municipal Building, 200 East Station Street, and Ashville. The application submitted by JPH Corp. requests a rezoning from Agricultural to Limited Industrial, D-12-0-002-00-191-00, D12-0-002-00-190-00, D12-0-002-00-187-11,D12-0-002-00-189-00, D12-0-002-00-188-00 properties located on the south side of Weigand Road between Ashville Pike and US 23, Ashville Ohio 43103. The Planning and Zoning Board may make a recommendation after about the proposed rezoning.
Thank you for sharing your concerns about the proposed data center. I understand that this project has raised many questions, but I would like to offer some clarification about the potential benefits it could bring to our community.
If the data center is approved, it has agreed to fund the Village’s required infrastructure project involving the repair of storm and sanitary sewer cross-connections. As you may know, the Ohio EPA has issued Findings and Orders requiring the Village to correct these issues, as sanitary sewage sometimes flows into the creek and storm water continually flows to the wastewater plant. The affected area stretches from the western railroad tracks to Circleville Avenue, and from Station Street to Main Street. The estimated cost of this project is $35 million—an amount the data center has committed to funding.
Without the data center’s support, this mandated project would cost every water tap in the Village approximately $127.33 per month for the next 30 years, in addition to regular water and sewer charges. No one wants to place that kind of financial burden on our residents.
Beyond infrastructure, the data center is planning to contribute $105 million to our schools over the next 15 years through the PILOT program, which could potentially eliminate the need for future school tax increases. The Village itself is also projected to receive $8–10 million per year for the next 15 years under the same program.
Additional benefits include:
-A closed-loop water system, meaning the facility will not use excessive amounts of water.
-Independent power generation, ensuring no added strain on the local electrical grid.
-Funding for local safety services, including fire and EMS, as part of the PILOT program.
These are just some of the items currently under discussion. Nothing has been finalized, and negotiations are still in the early stages. However, I hope this information helps shed light on the potential advantages this project could bring to our community.
Thank you again for your concern and for taking the time to engage in this important conversation.
Thank you!
Bert Cline
Village Administrator
200 East Station Street
Ashville, OH 43103
740-918-2449 (C)
740-983-6367 (O)
740-983-4703 (F)
If the data center is approved, it has agreed to fund the Village’s required infrastructure project involving the repair of storm and sanitary sewer cross-connections. As you may know, the Ohio EPA has issued Findings and Orders requiring the Village to correct these issues, as sanitary sewage sometimes flows into the creek and storm water continually flows to the wastewater plant. The affected area stretches from the western railroad tracks to Circleville Avenue, and from Station Street to Main Street. The estimated cost of this project is $35 million—an amount the data center has committed to funding.
Without the data center’s support, this mandated project would cost every water tap in the Village approximately $127.33 per month for the next 30 years, in addition to regular water and sewer charges. No one wants to place that kind of financial burden on our residents.
Beyond infrastructure, the data center is planning to contribute $105 million to our schools over the next 15 years through the PILOT program, which could potentially eliminate the need for future school tax increases. The Village itself is also projected to receive $8–10 million per year for the next 15 years under the same program.
Additional benefits include:
-A closed-loop water system, meaning the facility will not use excessive amounts of water.
-Independent power generation, ensuring no added strain on the local electrical grid.
-Funding for local safety services, including fire and EMS, as part of the PILOT program.
These are just some of the items currently under discussion. Nothing has been finalized, and negotiations are still in the early stages. However, I hope this information helps shed light on the potential advantages this project could bring to our community.
Thank you again for your concern and for taking the time to engage in this important conversation.
Thank you!
Bert Cline
Village Administrator
200 East Station Street
Ashville, OH 43103
740-918-2449 (C)
740-983-6367 (O)
740-983-4703 (F)
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Stay informed and get involved! Check out the dates and times for The Village of Ashville Council Meetings for the month of December. Your voice matters in shaping our community. #AshvilleCouncil #CommunityMatters #StayEngaged
Fair Housing Program Information Meeting
Join us for an informational session on the Pickaway County Fair Housing Program.
Learn about federal and state fair housing laws, landlord-tenant rights, and how to file a complaint if you believe you’ve faced housing discrimination.
📍 Village of Ashville Council Chambers
200 E. Station St, Ashville, OH 43103
🗓 Wednesday, November 19 at 11:00 a.m.
👥 Residents, landlords, and social service providers are encouraged to attend!
For assistance or to file a complaint, call the Pickaway County Fair Housing Hotline: 1-800-850-0467
Join us for an informational session on the Pickaway County Fair Housing Program.
Learn about federal and state fair housing laws, landlord-tenant rights, and how to file a complaint if you believe you’ve faced housing discrimination.
📍 Village of Ashville Council Chambers
200 E. Station St, Ashville, OH 43103
🗓 Wednesday, November 19 at 11:00 a.m.
👥 Residents, landlords, and social service providers are encouraged to attend!
For assistance or to file a complaint, call the Pickaway County Fair Housing Hotline: 1-800-850-0467
Today, we honor the brave men and women who have served our country with courage and dedication. ❤️🤍💙 Your sacrifices will never be forgotten. Our office is closed in observance of Veterans Day, but we’ll be back tomorrow. #VeteransDay #ThankYouForYourService #Ashville
Location Update!
The Townhall Meeting for the proposed data center will now be held at Teays Valley Middle School East Gym (655 Viking Way) on Wednesday, November 19th from 6–8 PM.
Stop by anytime during the session to learn more and share your questions or concerns.
The Townhall Meeting for the proposed data center will now be held at Teays Valley Middle School East Gym (655 Viking Way) on Wednesday, November 19th from 6–8 PM.
Stop by anytime during the session to learn more and share your questions or concerns.
The Village of Ashville invites residents to a Townhall Meeting to learn more about the proposed data center project. Representatives from the Village and EdgeConneX will be available to answer questions, discuss project details, and hear community feedback.
📅 Wednesday, November 19, 2025
🕕 6:00–8:00 p.m.
📍 Chuck Wise Council Chambers, 200 E. Station St.
Light refreshments will be served. Stop by anytime during the session!
📅 Wednesday, November 19, 2025
🕕 6:00–8:00 p.m.
📍 Chuck Wise Council Chambers, 200 E. Station St.
Light refreshments will be served. Stop by anytime during the session!
Welcome Captain Casey Thress to the Ashville Village Police Department!
The Village of Ashville is proud to welcome Captain Casey Thress to his new leadership role with the Ashville Village Police Department. Captain Thress has more than 20 years of law enforcement experience, including extensive work in surveillance, conflict management, criminal investigations, and intelligence analysis.
He began his career with the Pickaway County Sheriff’s Office, where he served as a Deputy Sheriff and Detective for two decades. Since 2020, he has also served the Ashville community as a Reserve and Part-Time Police Officer, proving his strong belief in community policing and commitment to local public safety. In addition to his service in Ashville, Captain Thress worked as a Polygraphist with the Columbus Police Department.
With his proven leadership, investigative expertise, and passion for community-focused policing, Captain Thress is a tremendous addition to the department. Please join us in congratulating him on this well-deserved appointment!
The Village of Ashville is proud to welcome Captain Casey Thress to his new leadership role with the Ashville Village Police Department. Captain Thress has more than 20 years of law enforcement experience, including extensive work in surveillance, conflict management, criminal investigations, and intelligence analysis.
He began his career with the Pickaway County Sheriff’s Office, where he served as a Deputy Sheriff and Detective for two decades. Since 2020, he has also served the Ashville community as a Reserve and Part-Time Police Officer, proving his strong belief in community policing and commitment to local public safety. In addition to his service in Ashville, Captain Thress worked as a Polygraphist with the Columbus Police Department.
With his proven leadership, investigative expertise, and passion for community-focused policing, Captain Thress is a tremendous addition to the department. Please join us in congratulating him on this well-deserved appointment!
⚠️ Council Meeting Cancelled ⚠️
Tonight’s Council meeting has been cancelled due to lack of quorum.
The next Council meeting will be held on Monday, November 3rd at 6:30 PM in the Council Chambers.
We appreciate your understanding and look forward to seeing everyone then!
Tonight’s Council meeting has been cancelled due to lack of quorum.
The next Council meeting will be held on Monday, November 3rd at 6:30 PM in the Council Chambers.
We appreciate your understanding and look forward to seeing everyone then!
Stay informed and get involved! Check out the dates and times for The Village of Ashville Council Meetings for the month of November. Your voice matters in shaping our community. #AshvilleCouncil #CommunityMatters #StayEngaged
💡 Street Light Burnt Out?
We want to hear about it!
If you notice a street light that’s out or flickering anywhere in Ashville, please let us know so we can get it fixed as soon as possible.
👉 Report the location by calling 740-983-6367 option 1 or emailing cpoling@ashvilleohio.gov with closest address and whether it is across the street from the address or same side as the address given.
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Together, we can help keep Ashville bright and safe! 🌙✨
We want to hear about it!
If you notice a street light that’s out or flickering anywhere in Ashville, please let us know so we can get it fixed as soon as possible.
👉 Report the location by calling 740-983-6367 option 1 or emailing cpoling@ashvilleohio.gov with closest address and whether it is across the street from the address or same side as the address given.
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Together, we can help keep Ashville bright and safe! 🌙✨
Ashville Ghost Walk Tour-Presented by the Ohio Small Town Museum. October 22, 24, 26, 29 and 30.Please contact Carey at 614-202-5935 for questions or to book a tour.
🚧 TRAFFIC NOTICE 🚧
The intersection of East Street & E. Station Street will be closed today. Please plan accordingly and use alternate routes.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation!
The intersection of East Street & E. Station Street will be closed today. Please plan accordingly and use alternate routes.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation!
Happy Halloween!
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