Notices

Board of Zoning Appeals – Hearing and Regular Meeting – July 9, 2026 at 7:00 PM

WALNUT TOWNSHIP BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS
11420 Millersport Road
Millersport, OH 43046

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

The Walnut Township Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a hearing followed by a regular meeting on July 9, 2026 at 7 pm, at 11420 Millersport Road, Millersport, OH.     

The Hearing will be a Zoning Variance, Application 26-88. An application was submitted by Robert Irwin of 4710 Jaeger Dr. Thornville, for a reduction in the public road frontage to split a Lake Front Property. The Zoning Resolution calls for the minimum frontage required to be as described by metes and bounds description as shown by the plat recorded for the said Lot. This property is Zoned R-2LF ( One and Two Family Lake Front Residential District) Parcel # 0460031300

A copy of the Variance application is on file with the BZA and is available at our office for inspection and copying upon request to the Zoning Inspector at (740) 467-2420 or zoninginspector@walnuttownship.com

All persons have a right to appear in person or by representation at the public hearing.

By Order of the BZA, Walnut Twp.
Mike Berry Zoning Inspector

NOW HIRING: Temporary Part-Time Office Clerk

Walnut Township is seeking a dependable and organized Temporary Part-Time Office Clerk to join our team. 

Position Details:

  • Up to 16 hours per week
  • $12.00–$15.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience

Responsibilities include but not limited to:
✔ Filing and organizing records
✔ Data entry and document management
✔ Answering phones and assisting visitors
✔ Processing mail and correspondence
✔ General office and administrative support

Qualifications:

  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Basic computer knowledge (Microsoft Office preferred)
  • Attention to detail and ability to work independently

Part-Time Hours | Friendly Work Environment | Local Government Service

If you are reliable, detail-oriented, and enjoy helping keep an office running smoothly, we encourage you to apply!

To Apply:
Submit your resume to the Walnut Township Administrator (administrator@walnuttownship.com).

Or mail to:

Walnut Township
Attn:  Administrator
11420 Millersport Rd. NE
Millersport, Ohio 43046

Deadline to apply is June 30, 2026 or when position is filled.

Walnut Township Waste Oil Recycling

The Walnut Township Road Department is accepting waste oil at their facility at 11420 Millersport Rd NE, Millersport, OH 43046

Oil must be clean, free of water/antifreeze, in sealed containers.

Drop off jugs and pails at the rear of the front building near the red tanks. 55-gallon drums can be emptied by appointment.
(740) 467-2420 X3

No solvents, paints, or fuels.

Trustees Meeting Schedule for 2026

The following is the meeting schedule for Walnut Township Trustees meetings in calendar year 2026:

  • January 5, 2026 Reorganization Meeting
  • January 21, 2026 Regular Monthly Trustee
  • February 18, 2026
  • March 18, 2026
  • April 15, 2026
  • May 20, 2026
  • June 17, 2026
  • July 15, 2026
  • August 19, 2026
  • September 16, 2026
  • October 14, 2026
  • November 18, 2026
  • December 16, 2026

North Walnut Stormwater Infrastructure Project – Notice of EPA Community Grant Application

The Walnut Township Trustees have applied for an EPA Community Grant to assist with the expense of the North Walnut Stormwater Infrastructure Project.  The following is required to be posted for public view:

The signed EA is available for viewing at: https://cdxapps.epa.gov/cdx-enepa-II/public/action/nepa/details?nepaId=528701

Lakeside Phase 2-4 Stormwater Conveyance

NOTICE of the 90% complete Construction Plans available for viewing. Walnut Township Lakeside Phase 2-4 Stormwater Conveyance Project – 90% design complete.

NOTE: This project, Phase 2-4 and Phase 1, is still estimated for construction to be completed in 2026.  


The Lakeside Stormwater Conveyance Project will address flooding concerns within the Lakeside neighborhood in Walnut Township, Ohio. While adequate storm drainage is currently lacking throughout the project area, flooding in the area is exacerbated during extreme events from the backwater of South Fork Licking River (SFLR) and its tributaries. The proposed improvements will mitigate flooding in the area through the installation of storm sewers.

This memo accompanies the Stage 3 plan set deliverable for Phases 2-4 of the project and aims to provide Walnut Township with an overview of the storm sewer design and the supporting hydraulic calculations. Design includes storm sewer installation and any minor grading revisions necessary to facilitate drainage to the proposed structures. Phase 1 Design was completed by EMH&T and submitted independently to Walnut Township. The information outlined in this document… [Please view or download the two (2) attached PDF documents below for full document!]

POSITIONS AVAILABLE – Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) Openings

Walnut Township is currently seeking to fill two positions on the Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA):

🔹 One Regular Member
🔹 One Alternate Member

This is a great opportunity to serve your community and play a vital role in local zoning decisions. Per the Walnut Township Zoning Resolutions, all candidates must reside in the unincorporated areas of Walnut Township to be eligible.

If you’re interested, please submit a letter of interest to our Zoning Administrator, Mike Berry, at zoninginspector@walnuttownship.com or Letters can be mailed or dropped off at the Township office at 11420 Millersport Road NE, Millersport, Ohio or drop-off.  Candidates will be considered until the positions are filled.

Help shape the future of Walnut Township—apply today!

Walnut Township Fiscal Notice

WALNUT TOWNSHIP TRUSTEES
11420 Millersport Road
Millersport, Ohio 43046

Walnut Township Fiscal Notice

The Walnut Township Regular Audit for the years ended Dec. 2022 and Dec. 2023 is available for public inspection in the lobby of the Township Building and the Auditor of State website.  A copy of this report can be requested, via email, to fiscalofficer@walnuttownship.com.  To review in person, please visit 11420 Millersport Road NE, Millersport, Ohio 43046. 

Amy Amspaugh, Walnut Township Fiscal Officer/tlo

Township Property to be Sold by Internet Auction

NOTICE OF INTENT TO SELL UNNEEDED, OBSOLETE, OR UNFIT FOR USE TOWNSHIP PERSONAL PROPERTY BY INTERNET AUCTION

Be advised that on the 3rd day of December 2024, the Board of Trustees of Walnut Township adopted Resolution # 30-2024 expressing its intent to sell unneeded, obsolete or unfit for use Township personal property by internet auction. The Township shall contract with GovDeals, Inc. to act as its representative for the purpose of disposing of said property through the www.GOVDEALS.com website. All such property shall be sold on an “As-Is, Where-Is” basis. All items will be available to the public on GOVDEALS.com for a minimum of ten (10) days. 

This notice and resolutions will be posted on the Walnut Township, Fairfield County, Ohio, webpage (www.walnuttownship.com) and a complete copy of Resolution # 30-2024 will be available for inspection at the Township office at 11420 Millersport Rd NE, Millersport Ohio 43046 during normal business hours.