City of Powell Local Government

10/13/2026

📢 Upcoming Meeting: Powell Finance Committee

The Powell Finance Committee meets Tuesday, Oct. 13, at 6 p.m. to discuss the 2027 Proposed Operating Budget.

The proposed budget serves as a comprehensive 12-month financial plan, outlining anticipated revenues and day-to-day expenses needed to operate municipal government and provide essential services to the community.

Stay informed about how the City plans for the year ahead by attending or streaming the meeting on our website.
🔗https://www.cityofpowell.us/Home

10/12/2026

Hey, Powell pickleball players! 👋

The Adventure Park pickleball courts (260 Adventure Park Drive) will be closed for maintenance on the court lights next week.

The work is scheduled to be completed, weather permitting, from Monday, Oct. 19 through Friday, Oct. 23.

All courts will be closed for the duration of the maintenance.

10/12/2026

Improvements, improvements, improvements. 🚧

Murphy Parkway recently got a facelift as a part of the 2026 Street and Path Maintenance Program.

The street and the multi-use paths along it were resurfaced from Powell Road to Wagon Trail East, providing a smoother drive, walk and ride for residents and visitors.

The City’s contractor Strawser Paving Company continues to work around Powell as the 2026 program steams ahead. Look out for more updates! 🚘

10/11/2026

There are only a couple of weeks left until Candy by the Carload haunts the grounds of Adventure Park 🎃🍬

But don’t be spooked; there’s nothing scary about “Trunk-or-treating” with Powell community organizations dressed as your favorite characters.

🗓️ Sunday, 10/25 | 4 – 6 p.m.
📍 Adventure Park | 260 Adventure Park Drive

And remember: the event is FREE to attend and no registration is required. See you there, Powell!

10/10/2026

Election Signs in Powell: What You Need to Know

📍 Keep signs off public property. Election signs cannot be placed in the right-of-way, tree lawns, parks or roundabouts. Signs also should never block visibility or create a safety hazard.
🤝 Respect your neighbors. Political signs are an important part of the election process. Please respect your neighbors' signs and property, even when you support different candidates or issues. Do not remove, move, damage or tamper with someone else's sign.
🏡 Get permission. Signs placed on private property require the property owner's permission.
♻️ Recycle your signs after Election Day at the SWACO Recycling Convenience Center: 2566 Jackson Pike, Columbus. Monday-Friday: 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Let's keep election season safe, respectful and welcoming for everyone in our community. 🗳️

10/09/2026

Community Health Notice: Possible Measles Exposure

Delaware Public Health District is investigating a possible measles exposure at a location in Powell at Kraft House No. 5, 5 S. Liberty St., Powell.

The exposure occurred on Sunday, Oct. 4, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

If you visited this location during that time, please monitor for symptoms of measles for 21 days after the potential exposure.

Symptoms to watch for include:

🔹 High fever
🔹 Cough and runny nose
🔹 Red, watery eyes
🔹 A rash that typically starts on the face and spreads down the body

Symptoms usually appear 7-14 days after exposure but can develop up to 21 days later.

What should you do?

If you develop symptoms, stay home, avoid contact with others and call your health care provider before visiting a medical office or hospital. Calling ahead helps prevent further spread.

A reminder about vaccination: The MMR vaccine is the best protection against measles. If you're unsure of your vaccination status, contact your health care provider or the Delaware Public Health District at 740-203-2040.

The Health District offers walk-in MMR vaccinations at 470 S. Sandusky St. in Delaware, Monday-Friday, from 8:30-11:30 a.m. and 1-4 p.m.

For more information, visit https://www.delawarehealth.org/ or call 740-203-2040.

The Health District is investigating a possible measles exposure within our jurisdiction. There is no ongoing risk of exposure outside of the identified timeframe. Please see below for more information.

10/09/2026

Attention, Powell HOA Leaders!

Join City of Powell staff for the upcoming HOA meeting. This meeting is an opportunity for neighborhood leaders and City staff to connect, share information, ask questions and discuss issues that affect our community.

🕕 Thursday, Oct. 22, 6 - 7 p.m.
📍Powell Municipal Building, 47 Hall Street
📅 Please RSVP by October 15 to Jason at [email protected]

We look forward to connecting with Powell's HOA leaders and working together to keep our community safe, informed and connected.

10/08/2026

A fresh approach to wellness 🍽️

Recently opened in Powell, Project LeanNation Dublin-Powell offers chef-crafted, preprepared meals designed to help their clients reach their health goals alongside one-one-one coaching with nutrition coaches.

📍 10726 Sawmill Parkway

Welcome to Powell, Project LeanNation Dublin, OH! ☀️

10/07/2026

Now Hiring: Director of Communications💻📸

The City of Powell is hiring a professional communicator to lead the strategy behind how we share what's happening in our growing community.

We're looking for someone who understands local government, thinks strategically and knows how to find and tell the stories that matter to residents.

This leadership position will:
✔️ Shape the City's voice, brand and communications strategy
✔️ Serve as Powell's media contact
✔️ Lead digital, social media and website communications
✔️ Help communicate during emergencies and rapidly changing situations
✔️ Find creative ways to tell the story behind City projects, programs and initiatives
✔️ Build strong relationships with staff and community partners
✔️ Coordinate creative partners, from photographers and videographers to PR specialists
✔️ Advise City leadership on communications and public relations

There are some great benefits, too.
🔸 Health coverage: Medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
🔸 HSA: Generous annual contribution
🔸 Paid time off: 13 paid holidays + vacation and sick leave
🔸 Retirement: OPERS pension
🔸 Long-term perks: Retention incentive after four years, plus life and AD&D insurance

Learn more and apply: https://www.cityofpowell.us/About-Us/Careers

10/07/2026

City Council Meeting Recap | Oct. 6

✔️ Council determined that a referendum petition seeking to repeal Ordinance 2026-14, Powell's planning and zoning code rewrite, and place the repeal before voters did not meet the requirements for a valid referendum petition. The petition was determined to be insufficient and invalid.

✔️ Approved a professional services agreement with Schubert Tennis LLC for maintenance and resurfacing of the tennis courts at Arbor Ridge Park.

✔️ Council authorized 76 Fence Columbus Northwest for Phase 1 of the Bennett Farm fence removal and replacement project.

The project includes removing and replacing approximately 1,350 feet of six-foot privacy fencing at Bennett Farm, including an 8-foot-wide by 6-foot-high double gate. The proposed project will use cedar fencing, recommended by staff for its natural appearance and durability. While cedar has a higher upfront cost than pressure-treated pine, the $107,580 project remains within the $225,000 budget allocated for Bennett Farm site maintenance in the 2026 Capital Improvement Plan. The remaining $117,420 will allow the City to complete additional improvements at the property. Other planned Bennett Farm work includes a new multi-use path, removing existing buildings north of the fence project, dismantling the historic barn and safely storing its materials for future reuse on the property.

🔗More information and agendas can be found on the City's website. https://www.cityofpowell.us/Home