City of Pataskala

ROADWAY SNOW REMOVAL - UPDATE (2/9- 7:00 pm)

The Licking County Sheriff has issued a Level II Snow Emergency for Licking County. Accordingly, the City's Public Service Department will plow all streets, including those in subdivisions and side streets. Plowing within subdivisions and side streets will begin once all major roads are in a passable condition. Crews worked throughout the day on Tuesday to keep the main roads clear from snow. Crews will begin working to clear main roads again in the early morning hours on Wednesday. They will focus on re-clearing the main roads and then begin work on subdivision and side streets. The City anticipates getting a few initial crews started on the subdivision and side streets first thing tomorrow morning. Once the main roads are clear, all crews will focus on the subdivision and side streets. Please continue to check back for additional information related to the current snow event. Also, feel free to call the Director of Public Services at 740-927-0145 with any questions you may have. We appreciate your patience and cooperation during this snow event.

Waste Management Refuse Collection Schedule

Due to the potential for significant snowfall beginning Tuesday (2/9) afternoon, Waste Management has modified their collection schedule. On Tuesday, (2/9) Waste Management will begin refuse collection at 4:00 am instead of the regularly scheduled start time of 7:00 am. Waste Management asks that all customers have their garbage out for pick up Monday evening.

Pataskala Accepting Proposals for Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Back-up

The City of Pataskala is currently seeking qualification statements and proposals from qualified firms or individuals for providing wastewater treatment plant operator back-up coverage. The plant is a Class III plant with the OEPA. Click here to see the advertisement for request for qualificiations and proposals.

Pataskala Accepting Proposals for Municipal Cleaning Services

The City of Pataskala is requesting proposals for cleaning municipal facilities. Please click on the links below to view the advertisement and request for proposal directions. All responses are due to the City of Pataskala by 4:00 pm on Friday, February 19th.

Notice to Cleaning Contractors

Municipal Facilities Cleaning Contract RFP

Roadway Snow Removal Policy: Winter 2009/2010

Pataskala City Council has adopted a Roadway Snow Plowing and Salting Policy for Winter 2009/2010. The policy can be viewed by clicking here. This policy is reviewed each winter by the city to determine if adjustments need to be made due to the price of salt and other costs associated with roadway snow removal.

Online City Water and Sewer Bill Payment

Customers of Pataskala's Water and Sewer Department can now pay their utility bill online or by toll-free telephone call. The City's Utility Billing Department has partnered with vendor Official Payments to offer this service. There is a $3.95 transaction fee applied by Official Payments for each payment made through their service. To pay online, visit www.officialpayments.com. For telephone payment, call 1-800-272-9829. You will need to use the jurisdiction code: 7813. For more information, please call Stephanie Tallman, Utility Billing Department Manager, at 740-927-5249.

The Oaks Subdivision - Sanitary Sewer Project

The City of Pataskala has created a webpage on the city website to provide information about The Oaks Subdivision sanitary sewer project. Please click here to visit the page. If you do not see the information that you are looking for, please contact the City at 740-927-2021.

2010 City Operating Budget

The Pataskala City Council has adopted the 2010 Operating Budget. The budget was adopted at this time of year to provide citizens information on how the city is planning on using its resources in the future. Emphasis has been placed on transparency in the budget as illustrated by explicit listing of projects and funds throughout the budget so as to clearly communicate the City's 2010 priorities. In particular, funds have been set aside for contingency/"rainy day" funds from the general fund and in police operations in anticipation of the collection of Police Levy revenues ceasing at the end of 2010. Policy Levy revenues estimated at $1.7 million in 2010 to no funding in 2011 except for a small amount of residual collections.

Click here to view the approved 2010 City of Pataskala Operating Budget.

The Oaks Subdivision - Sanitary Sewer Project Equilization Board Openings

The City of Pataskala is currently accepting Letters of Interest from interested citizens who wish to volunteer on The Oaks Sanitary Sewer Project Equilization Board. This Board will review and decide on objections that may be filed by residents of The Oaks residential subdivision associated with property assessments determined as part of this project. Please click here to view the entire Board description, including duties, responsibilities, and time commitments for serving on this board.

Ask the Planner

There are new recommendations for Street Tree species, locations and maintenance.

Click here to learn about the proposed Cross Town Line pedestrian/bike path.

Learn about the Safe Routes to Schools Program. Review completed reports(part 2 engineering) and (part 1 programs) to see 2009 projects and programs. If you would like to volunteer or participate with the Licking Heights Program please contact the Planning Department.

City of Pataskala Quarterly Newsletter

Please click on the link below to view the current edition of the City of Pataskala's quarterly newsletter. The newsletter is a collaborative effort by all City departments and includes relevant information about news related to each department. Each new edition of the newsletter will be available for download on the City's website. You may also sign up for the City's List-serve e-mail list to recieve each new copy via e-mail. You can sign up for the list-serve by visiting the "City News & Notifications" tab on the bottom lefthand column of the City's website homepage. Please click here to view the City's current (July-September) quarterly newsletter.

Upcoming Events

For help with Foreclosure Issues please see www.lcounty.com, or call 211, the county-wide helpline and assistance clearinghouse.

Presidents' Day - City Offices Closed
Mon Feb 15 2010

City Council Regular Meeting
Tue Feb 16 2010

City Council Study Session
Tue Feb 16 2010

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting
Tue Feb 16 2010

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting
Wed Feb 17 2010

Personnel Borad of Review Meeting
Thu Feb 18 2010

February 2010