CALDWELL, Ohio (AVC News) — The Noble County Commissioners addressed community initiatives, subdivision regulations, grant funding and efforts to provide food to residents during their recent meeting.
The commissioners signed a resolution designating Friday, Sept. 18, as SADD Day in Caldwell at the request of the Caldwell High School chapter of Students Against Destructive Decisions.
The commissioners also held a public hearing Wednesday, Sept. 16, regarding proposed amendments to the county’s subdivision regulations.
Eliza Carpenter, administrator of the Noble County Planning Commission, explained the proposed amendments during the hearing. Several people, including realtor Ben Schafer, Jeff Arnold and Mike Young, raised questions about the changes.
The commissioners tabled a vote on the amendments and asked those with concerns to submit them during a six-week period. A vote on the amendments will be held after that period.
Jason Weber, representing the Noble County Sewer District, told commissioners that a Zoom meeting with the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency is scheduled for Monday, Sept. 21, to discuss information needed for a grant application.
Randy Lowe, Noble County Extension community development educator, reported on several efforts addressing food needs in the county.
Lowe said 27 hogs were purchased at the Noble County Fair to provide food for people in need throughout Noble County.
He also reported that 63,000 meals were served throughout the county during the summer through a partnership involving Caldwell and Noble Local schools and The Nutrition Group.
Lowe said he envisions establishing community gardens throughout the county to help supply local food pantries.
Commissioners also opened bids for a slip project on County Road 47, also known as Brumbaugh Road. Ohio-West Virginia Excavating submitted the low bid.
Last Updated on September 17, 2026 by AVC News
