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County breaks ground on $40 million project

Posted Monday, September 26, 2022

County Recorder to offer Veterans IDs at Delaware County Fair this Friday

County Recorder to offer Veterans IDs at Delaware County Fair this Friday

Posted Wednesday, September 21, 2022

DELAWARE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS SEEK APPLICATIONS FOR THE DELAWARE COUNTY BOARD OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES

DELAWARE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS SEEK APPLICATIONS FOR THE DELAWARE COUNTY BOARD OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES

Posted Monday, September 19, 2022

Delaware County EMS Named National EMS System of the Year

Delaware County EMS Named National EMS System of the Year

Posted Thursday, September 8, 2022

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It’s Hayes Day here in Delaware County! Rutherfo

It’s Hayes Day here in Delaware County! Rutherford B. Hayes was born in the city of Delaware on this date 200 years ago. Raised in a home on the northeast corner of William and Franklin Streets, he went on to become the 19th president of the United States of America — but you may have already known that!

This morning, Commissioner Barb Lewis read a proclamation honoring the life of the former president. The gathering at Hayes Plaza in downtown Delaware was part of today’s activities to honor his legacy.

In part, the proclamation read, “the Delaware County Commissioners hereby honor this famous son of Delaware County by declaring that October 4th , from this day forward, shall be known as Rutherford B. Hayes Day.”

In addition to serving as President, Hayes served as an Ohio governor, a US Congressman, and a General in the Civil War. He married Lucy Webb and had eight children. To learn more about one of our most famous native sons, visit:
https://www.rbhayes.org/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIvo7l6sfE-gIVuG1vBB1mtgmwEAAYASAAEgLVA_D_BwE

Or maybe you’ve only gotten a couple of these (b

Or maybe you’ve only gotten a couple of these (but it feels like a couple hundred – we understand). Ohio allows any third party to mail absentee ballot request forms (also known as a Form 11-A). It is NOT a ballot! And you only need to fill out and return one request (via mail, walk-in or drive-up drop box).
Also — no more than one ballot request will be processed for you. Just like only one ballot will be counted!
Check on your absentee ballot request’s status at: https://lookup.boe.ohio.gov/vtrapp/delaware/avlookup.aspx

Happening now in session…The Commissioners are c

Happening now in session…The Commissioners are celebrating Dave Ferguson of our Facilities Management team as he retires after nearly 32 years serving the people of Delaware County. If you’ve driven by our buildings and admired how well kept and maintained the landscaping is, that was Dave (as well as many others on our great and hardworking team). Thank you, Dave! Now go enjoy that camper up north with your wife!

Our Regional Sewer District broke ground yesterday

Our Regional Sewer District broke ground yesterday on a renovation and expansion project at the Olentangy Environmental Control Center in Powell – you know, the sewage plant with the pretty pond on Rt. 315.

First built in 1979, this renewal project will help us handle increasing demand for sewer service in Liberty and Orange townships.

The groundbreaking also celebrated our use of Progressive Design Build, an engineering, design and construction process where, instead of “bidding out” construction after design is completed, design is done in collaboration with engineering and construction firms, saving time and money (an estimated $6 million in this case!). We are working with Arcadis USA of Columbus and Peterson Construction of Wapakoneta.

Yesterday was also a great opportunity to salute the hardworking men and women of our Regional Sewer District, who work 24/7/365 to serve more than 111,000 people in this county!

For more info about the OECC Renewal Project, go to:
https://co.delaware.oh.us/2022/09/26/county-breaks-ground-on-40-million-project/

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The Commissioners, along with many other local ele

The Commissioners, along with many other local elected officials, were honored to serve Friday evening at the 10th annual Operation: Forever Grateful, a special dinner honoring veterans at the Delaware County Fair. Special thanks to the Vietnam Veterans of America - Chapter 1095, Delaware County Ohio Veteran Services, emcee Mark Bingaman from My 96.7 Delaware radio, and the Buckeye Valley Alumni Band, among many others who made this wonderful event possible. And, of course, thank you to all our veterans. We remain forever grateful for your service.

Friday fair reminder – attention Veterans! Dela

Friday fair reminder – attention Veterans!

Delaware County Recorder Melissa Jordan will be in the Coliseum today providing Veteran ID cards until 4:30 p.m.

The program allows Ohio veterans to obtain a Document Identification Card (also known as a Vet ID card). The card displays a photograph of the veteran as well as relevant information regarding their service to our country. In Ohio, County Recorders maintain veterans’ military discharge records, and a Vet ID card allows veterans to prove their eligibility for various benefits. Previously, veterans had to prove their eligibility by carrying a certified copy of their DD 214. The Vet ID card is much smaller card, easier to carry and contains all the relevant information needed.

In order to receive a Vet ID card, a veteran must present an original or certified copy of his or her military discharge, as well as show two forms of current and valid identification. Acceptable forms of identification include: an original or certified birth certificate; ID card issued by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; U.S. military ID card; Social Security card; state-issued license to carry a concealed weapon; state-issued driver’s license or ID; or valid passport. At least one form of identification submitted must be a photo ID.

Veterans with a discharge already on file in the Recorder’s office will not need to file their discharge again: Recorder Jordan will have the index books available to check filed status. No military discharges will be filed or Vet ID cards issued in the Recorder’s Office in the Hayes building on Friday. There is no cost to record the military discharge or the ID card.

Forms are available online at delawarecountyfair.com or in the fair office at 236 Pennsylvania Ave.
After the week of the Delaware County Fair, the program will continue to be available during normal business hours, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, in the Recorder’s Office, which is located in the first floor of the Hayes Building, 145 N. Union St. in Delaware. For more information about the Vet ID program, contact the Recorder’s Office at 740-833-2460.

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