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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Gahanna public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Grant funding for parkland acquisition and development
The city is seeking up to $500,000 in Land and Water Conservation Fund money for park projects, with a 50% match owed only if awarded. Staff analyst Sean Bock has $35-45 million in grant applications outstanding across the city.
Forestry aerial lift purchase
The city wants a tracked lift that reaches ~80 feet so crews can safely remove hazardous trees the old bucket truck can't handle — over $50,000 was spent on outsourcing this year alone.
Accessibility for mobility device users
Jones raised that e-bike rules and multi-use path design could unintentionally exclude wheelchair and mobility device users; she wants accessibility built into the inclusive-community objective and Creekside design.
Lustron House Preservation and Museum Proposal
Former Mayor Jim McGregor and Tom Gregory asked the city to back restoring the historic Lustron House as a museum, possibly with an herb garden on the adjacent lot. The Historical Society wants an indication of the city's position before applying for Jefferson Foundation grants due in late September.
Ashburnham Park playground replacement
Gahanna has 17 playgrounds on an 18–20 year replacement cycle, prioritized through the capital improvement plan with a separate maintenance budget for fixes. Academy Park's two large playgrounds are next in design, and Pizzuro Park's playground will be phased out in favor of dog park investment.
$100,000 Arts Council Partnership
The administration wants $100,000 to formally partner with the Gahanna Area Arts Council on programming, grant-seeking and a master arts plan. Council wants the contract details and the council's financials before voting.