Trustee Mr. Miller called the regular meeting of Oxford Township to order.

Trustee Mr. Miller led those in attendance in the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance.

Trustees Mr. Leber, Mr. Miller, and Mr. Parker, and Fiscal Officer Pelletier were present at roll call. Road Superintendent Andy Dunlap could not be present.

Fiscal Officer Pelletier electronically distributed the minutes of the previous regular meeting for review prior to the meeting.

Trustee Miller read a prepared statement opposing the proposed data center project and stated that he believes a data center is not in the best interest of Oxford Township. The statement cited numerous unanswered questions, unknown variables, and concerns raised by township residents and surrounding communities. Trustees indicated that, based on the information currently available, they do not support developing a data center in Oxford Township.

Extensive discussion followed regarding the proposed data center project. Trustees reiterated that no applications had been submitted and that no backdoor agreements or financial arrangements had occurred. They noted that the township had met only with representatives to gather information and that residents had been encouraged to learn about the proposal through public meetings.

Residents asked questions about future zoning protections, the possibility of tightening zoning regulations, property agreements related to the proposed site, the current moratorium, and the authority of trustees versus zoning boards in future decisions. Trustees explained that zoning changes and restrictions could be addressed through the zoning process, including planned unit developments and recommendations from zoning authorities. Trustees also confirmed that the property had not been purchased. 

A resident read a previously submitted statement summarizing concerns about the proposed data center project, including uncertainties about the company, community impacts, long-term township sustainability, and the lack of any current zoning applications. 

Residents offered additional comments, expressing support for the trustees, appreciation for their transparency, and concern about negative statements on social media. Trustees encouraged residents to continue attending meetings and participating in township affairs. Discussion also covered ongoing wind turbine construction, road impacts from related traffic, complaint procedures, utility projects, and concerns about road conditions.

In the absence of the Zoning Inspector, an update was provided by Trustee Miller:

A fence permit was issued on Mason Road, and a lot split was completed on Harris Road.

Wind turbine representatives contacted the township about address assignments.

Fremont Fence remains on schedule to remove and install fencing at the township cemetery.

The parking lot's sealing and striping project was completed.

The board discussed road-related concerns stemming from wind turbine construction traffic.

Residents were encouraged to submit complaint forms for documented road damage.

Trustee Mr. Leber reported on cooperative paving programs with neighboring townships.

Trustee Mr. Parker reported on participation in Epic Grant funding decisions and updates on the county health insurance initiative.

Trustee Mr. Miller reported that Oxford Township received $25,000 through the Epic Grant program for ADA accessibility improvements and provided an update on the Perkins EMS service review.

Fiscal Officer Pelletier reported attending a Budget Commission meeting and provided an update regarding public records requests.

No communications noted.

Updates were provided regarding ADA accessibility improvements, pavilion improvements, cemetery fencing, and grant-funded projects.

A vacancy existed on the Oxford Township Zoning Commission.

With no further business, the meeting was adjourned.