The wage increase, merit raises and pay scales do not apply to the city manager, who has a separate agreement, nor to employees represented by labor unions that negotiated contracts with the city.
New housing coming
The council also approved the record plans for the following housing developments in the city:
- Northampton Phase 2 at 1405 S. Main St. for 34 single-family buildable lots on about 18 acres. The houses are expected to be a mix of ranch and two-story houses between 2,100 and 3,800 square feet, according to developer M/I Homes of Cincinnati.
- Bailey Farm Phase 2, 6821 Red Lion Five Points Road just east of Heatherwoode Golf Club for 64 single-family buildable lots on approximately 31½ acres. Houses will range from 1,544 to more than 4,300 square feet, according to developer M/I Homes.
Legal counsel
The city council also approved a new two-year agreement for legal counsel and legal services with Dayton law firm Pickrel, Schaeffer & Ebeling. Attorney Gerald McDonald, who has served as law director since 2020, will continue in that role.
The hourly billing rate for legal fees will be $225 in 2026 and 2027, according to city documents.
Police office honored
Officer Randy Peagler of the Springboro Police Department was honored for his life-saving efforts while he was working an extra duty assignment Sept. 5 for the Oktoberfest event in the city.
Bystanders were trying to help a choking man whose lips were turning blue when Peagler stepped in and was able to clear the man’s airway almost immediately, said Police Chief Dan Bentley.
“Officer Peager’s recognition of the severity of the medical emergency, quick and skillful response and immediate actions resulted in saving a citizen’s life,” Bentley said.
The next council meeting is at 7 p.m. Dec. 18.
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