HEARING NOTICES
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
ON AUGUST 26, 2026 AT 7:00 PM IN THE CONFERENCE ROOM OF THE ADMINISTRATION OFFICE BUILDING AT 4822 EAST CEMETERY ROAD, THE CATAWBA ISLAND TOWNSHIP ZONING COMMISSION WILL HOLD A PUBLIC MEETING IN REGARDS TO A PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT (PUD) SUBMITTED BY BOB’S BUILDERS QUALITY CONSTRUCTION HOMES, LLC. THE PROPOSAL IS KNOWN AS NOR EASTER – PUD. THE LOCATION IS 2801 NORTH HARBOR ISLAND, RESERVE AREA A HARBOR ISLAND SUBDIVISION AND MORE SPECIFICALLY DESCRIBED AS THE FOLLOWING:
Parcel ID # 0131519720397000 (5.2 ACRES)
THE APPLICATION IS AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION AT THE CATAWBA ISLAND TOWNSHIP ADMINISTRATION BUILDING ON CEMETERY ROAD FROM 9:00 AM TO 4:00 PM MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY AND FROM 9:00 AM TO 1:00 PM ON FRIDAYS.
AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE PUBLIC HEARING, THE PROPOSED PUD APPLICATION WILL BE SUBMITTED TO THE CATAWBA ISLAND TOWNSHIP TRUSTEES FOR THEIR CONSIDERATION.
CATAWBA ISLAND TOWNSHIP
ZONING INSPECTOR, JEAN HARTLINE
(419) 797-4131
Welcome to Catawba Island Township
Founded in 1861, Catawba Island Township is home to more than 3,711 people, but many more visit each year. Miles of beautiful shorelines, great fishing, nature preserves and state parks make Catawba Island a summertime paradise for many in Ohio’s North Coast region and beyond.
Township News
CPR Classes will be offered free of charge on August 19th from CIVFD personnel at the Community Hall. The 1st class will be at 9:00 am and the 2nd class will be at 5:00 pm. This is a great way to learn how to save a life.
As part of the America 250 Celebration the “Call To Duty Salute” Marker Trail Dedication Ceremony will be held on August 19th at 2:00 pm at the Catawba Island Cemetery. All are welcome to attend!
Fall Clean-Up has been scheduled for September 25th and 26th.
Compost Area Restrictions
A new sign has been posted at the township yard waste facility in an attempt to educate users and eliminate abuse of the facility. New video cameras are now in use to assist with enforcement.
ONLY yard waste such as grass, leaves or wood material generated in Catawba Island Township is accepted at our facility.
NOT ALLOWED: Rocks, dirt, stumps, trash, plastic bags or anything containing metal.
Brush pick up
Brush will be picked up the first full week of every month only. Unless the brush is a hazard and or blocking the view of traffic, it will not be picked up again until the next month.
Catawba Island Compost Area Update
As of July 1st, the mulch pickup at the compost area is now by appointment only. Please call the Admin Office at 419-797-4131 Mon-Thurs 9am – 4pm and Fri 9am – 1pm. You may also call the maintenance department at 419-797-2460. You may leave a message if no one is available. The use of this facility is for Catawba residents only please.
Trustees Ban Fireworks in Catawba Island
Township Trustees met in a Special Meeting on July 1, 2022, to discuss House Bill 172 and voted to pass a Resolution banning the discharge, ignition and/or explosion of 1.4G fireworks in Catawba Island Township. The decision was made in an effort to ensure the health and safety of residents, visitors, residential property, businesses, woodlands, and agricultural property. The decision was encouraged and supported by township police and fire departments.
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TOWNSHIP INFORMATION
What is a Township?: The Township form of government is the oldest form of government in the United States. Township government in Ohio predates our State government. The Pilgrim Fathers brought the Township form of government to America in 1620. Today, 22 states have the township form of local government.
In 1804, the elected officials of a township consisted of three trustees, a clerk, overseers of the poor, supervisors of highways, and justices of the peace. Registering brands for livestock was one of the duties of the early Trustees.
Townships have only those powers granted to them by the state legislature and set forth on the Ohio Revised Code. As a result, townships cannot pass their own laws. Township powers are different from those of villages and cities, which are incorporated.
Today, Township Trustees and Fiscal Officers are faced with many different challenges, but the Township form of government still remains efficient because of its small size and responsiveness, because it offers more personal service and more attention to individual needs.