Canal Winchester water and sewer rates head for a vote
New water and sewer rate ordinances had their second reading on Monday. The third reading and vote come at the next regular council meeting, the one to attend if you want to speak on your bill.
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New community authority created at Gender and Groveport roads
Council created the Canal Winchester New Community Authority, starting with about three acres at the northwest corner of Gender Road and Groveport Road, and appointed its seven trustees. An NCA can levy its own charge on properties inside it to pay for infrastructure. Also on Monday: the 2027 budget (first reading) and a pool contract through 2031.
State Issue 3, photo ID for voting: Franklin County votes yes
Franklin County backed writing photo ID into the state constitution, 53% to 47%. Turnout: 61.5% in Fairfield County, 56.5% in Franklin. All counts unofficial until certified later this month.
Planning & Zoning Commission
Monday, November 9, 2026 · 7pm
City Hall, 45 E. Waterloo St.
Development plans and variances.
Source: Agenda
City offices closed for Veterans Day
Wednesday, November 11, 2026
All three cities.
City Council
Monday, November 16, 2026 · 6pm work session, 7pm council
City Hall, 45 E. Waterloo St.
Likely third reading of the water and sewer rates and the 2027 budget.
Source: City Council
Christmas in the Village
Friday, December 4, 2026 to Saturday, December 5, 2026 · 6 to 9pm
Downtown Canal Winchester
Tree lighting at Stradley Park, BrockStrong lights parade on the Friday, craft bazaar, iceless skating rink. Free.
Source: Destination CW
Chamber member meeting and bylaw vote
Wednesday, November 18, 2026 · 5 to 6:30pm
Members only, RSVP.
Source: Canal Winchester Chamber
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