5/29/2020 

A message from the Jackson Township Trustees

Effective May 26, 2020

Jackson Township Buildings Reopen

In our effort to balance the continuation of service, while maintaining the health and safety of our residents and employees during the COVID-19 crisis—the following updates have been made: 

Public Works (Park and Highway): The Jackson Parks have begun the Responsible RestartOhioreopening of certain portions of the parks. Please use the walking/jogging track. Baseball/softball fields and tennis courts reopened on May 26, 2020, with some limitations (see Facebook and the Parks Department page on our website for specifics). The basketball courts and soccer/lacrosse/football sports fields remain closed in compliance with the Stay Safe Ohio Order issued by the Ohio Director of Public Health. We are monitoring Governor DeWine’s directives from the Outdoor Recreation Advisory Group and will make adjustments as information is made available by this group. Please feel free to exercise and enjoy the fresh air, but remember to follow the social distancing guidelines, applicable park regulations, and the Responsible RestartOhio guidelines for the activity you are engaging. If you have any questions, please use the contact information below:

Public Works (Parks and Highway): (330) 832-4016 or rrohn@jacksontwp.com

Safety Center: The Fire and Police Departments will remain fully staffed and engaged. While the Safety Center lobby is open to walk-in traffic, the waiting area in the lobby will be limited.  A face covering will be required upon entering the building. Face coverings will be available at the front counter. If you have an issue that you feel requires an in-person visit to the Safety Center, if possible, please call prior to arriving to make necessary arrangements. If you require non-emergency assistance, please use these contacts:

Fire Department:  (330) 834-3950 or thogue@jacksontwp.com

Police Department:  (330) 834-3960 or mbrink@jtpd.com

Administration: The Administration Department offices will be open to public access Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., however, please only enter the building if absolutely necessary. If possible, please make an appointment prior to arrival. A face covering will be required upon entering the building. Face coverings will be available on a table at the entrance. Permits, yard waste cards, and zoning applications remain available online at www.jacksontwp.com. If you have any questions, please use these contacts for each department:

Administration/Legal: (330) 832-7416 or mvaccaro@jacksontwp.com

Zoning: (330) 832-8023 or jpoindexter@jacksontwp.com

Jackson Township will continue to follow the orders of Ohio Governor DeWine and Ohio Director of Public Health, Dr. Acton. The Township’s Zoning Department will monitor businesses for compliance. If a possible violation is observed, then the appropriate authorities will be notified for enforcement. 

The Board of Trustees understands this is a difficult and trying time in many ways for all of us and the personal sacrifice that each of us is making.  The Administration is here to help and we ask for your assistance in return. Jackson Township is a fantastic community and we will get through this by working together.