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The Brownhelm Township Board of Trustees will hold a Special Meeting on Monday, July 6, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. to discuss Urban Designation. The meeting will be held at the Brownhelm Township Hall, located at 1940 North Ridge Road, Vermilion, OH 44089.

Notice of Public Hearing – Brownhelm Township Zoning Commission The Brownhelm Township Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on July 15, 2026, at 6:30p.m., at 1940 N. Ridge Rd. Vermilion, OH 44089. This hearing concerns two proposed amendments to the Brownhelm Township Zoning Resolution, initiated by the rezoning applications. The application from Roger G. Miller requests the rezoning of following properties from PDD to R1. Parcel 01-00-071-000-033, Baumhart Rd., Amhe

The ball fields at Brownhelm Park are looking better than ever, thanks to the hard work and ongoing maintenance efforts of our Township crew!

The Brownhelm Township Zoning Commission’s public hearing on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. at the Brownhelm Township Hall has been canceled. The purpose of the hearing was the removal and replacement of Section 150.06(D)(1-4) of the Brownhelm Township Zoning Resolution to align the Township's zoning regulations with the Ohio Revised Code. A Zoning Commission work session will still occur at 7:00 p.m on Wednesday, June 24, 2026.

Progress in Motion! Brownhelm Township is proud to share photos of our most recent infrastructure improvement project- the 2025 OPWC West River Road Resurfacing Project. This investment in our community helps preserve an important roadway corridor to the City of Vermilion, improve safety and ride quality for motorists, and demonstrate our commitment to maintaining the infrastructure that serves our residents every day. Projects like this are made possible through careful plan

The Brownhelm Township Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. at the Brownhelm Township Hall. The purpose of the hearing is the removal and replacement of Section 150.06(D)(1-4) of the Brownhelm Township Zoning Resolution to align the Township's zoning regulations with the Ohio Revised Code. A Zoning Commission work session will follow at 7:00 p.m.

PUBLIC NOTICE Meeting Date Change The Brownhelm Township Board of Trustees Regular Meeting for October has been rescheduled and will be held on Monday, October 5, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.

Community Support from Trustees of Brownhelm Township On behalf of the Brownhelm Township Board of Trustees, we are writing to make our position clear to our residents and the broader community: we are keenly aware that data centers are neither wanted nor welcome in our township. As trustees, our primary goal and responsibility is to represent our constituents and the matters they express. We have listened closely to the concerns raised by our neighbors regarding the potentia

Brownhelm Township will be hosting Dumpster Days on Friday, October 2, 2026 from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Saturday, October 3, 2026 from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM (noon). Residents are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to dispose of unwanted household items. For questions, please contact Superintendent of Labor, Joe Buchs, at 440-670-1375.

The Lorain County Stormwater Management District is beginning its annual ditch inspection program. Please notify your residents that inspection crews may be working in their area soon.

The Brownhelm Township Board of Trustees meets on the second Monday of each month at 6:00 p.m. Meetings are held at the Township Hall, located at 1940 North Ridge Road, Vermilion, Ohio. The public is welcome to attend.

Future Land Use Recommendation Survey For Township Residents: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Brownhelm_RecommendationsSurvey

Brownhelm Township would like to share informational publications from the Lorain County Commissioners’ Office regarding regional planning and infrastructure topics. These publications include: • Protecting Our Land – Preserving Our Water – Preparing for Responsible Growth • Facts About the Proposed New Russia Township Development • Understanding the Lorain County Wastewater Infrastructure Project These materials provide information from the County regarding development pla

The Brownhelm Township 2025 Annual Financial Reports have been filed with the Auditor of the State of Ohio and are available for review by contacting Fiscal Officer Debra Mastellone at 440-371-4160 or debra@brownhelm.us

Brownhelm Township is pleased to announce the upcoming OPWC West River Road Resurfacing Project, scheduled for September 2025. This...

Ohioans Can Discharge Fireworks on Specified Holidays June 17, 2022 In 2022 an Ohio law went into effect that permits fireworks at...

Have you ever wondered why people in certain portions of Vermilion are able to vote for Brownhelm Township Trustees and other issues?

The Brownhelm Township Zoning Commission held a Public Hearing on September 4, 2024 @ 7pm, to review the Certified Resolution for...