Frequently Asked Questions

The city has an ordinance that prohibits dogs from running at large. § 90.01 of the Codified Ordinances of the City of Wadsworth states that "a person who is the owner or has charge of any animal shall not permit it to run at large in the public road, highway, street, lane, or alley, or upon unenclosed land, or permit them to go upon any private yard, lot, or enclosure without the consent of the owner of the yard, lot, or enclosure."

The homeowner is responsible for the maintenance and replacement of their water service to the city's shut off. This connection is called the curb valve and is normally found in the tree lawn area of each building. It is recognizable by a black round metal disc with the word water across the top. The city will make repairs to the service on the "street side of this connection".

Please visit HERE to access the Wadsworth Code of Ordinances.

No, having chickens in the residential area within the city limits is not allowed. § 90.19 of the Codified Ordinance of the City of Wadsworth states that "no person shall keep, maintain or have in his possession or under his control within the city any cattle, chickens, donkeys, ducks, goats, horses, mules, pigeons, ponies, sheep, swine or turkeys."  More information can be viewed HERE.

It is observed the Saturday on or before October 31st. 

Dogs need to be secured on owner’s property. § 90.39 of the Codified Ordinance of the City of Wadsworth states that "dogs located on the property of the owner, keeper or harborer thereof shall be leashed, tied or otherwise secured in such a manner or form so that such dogs will not attack, annoy, bite or worry any mailman, milkman, paper boy, or other invitee or licensee entering such property."

If you notice a sidewalk is raised or cracked and creating an issue, please report it to the Engineering department at 330-335-2751. The City has responsibility for sidewalk damage caused by a street tree (shade tree), but the homeowner is responsible for sidewalk issues caused by other reasons.

Yes, please contact the Transfer Station at 330-335-2847. We will just need an end date to suspend the service and a return date to restart it. If you are uncertain you can give us an estimated return date and keep us informed if anything changes.

Yes, please contact the Transfer Station at 330-335-2847. We will pick up the carts from the location. Please note if any items are placed on the curb a fee will be assessed. We also offer dumpster service if during this time period there will be a need to dispose of larger items or materials.

There are only two types of protection orders available through the law director's office. The first is a temporary protection order that is filed in conjunction with a criminal complaint for domestic violence or threatening domestic violence. The other is an anti-stalking protection order. Again this is filed in conjunction with certain types of criminal charges such as assault, menacing, etc.

Civil protection orders and civil anti-stalking protection orders are available through the Medina Common Pleas Court. These orders are not related to criminal charges. The law director's office cannot assist in obtaining these orders. It is recommended that those individuals seeking these types of protection orders speak to a private attorney for more information.

Matters related to a possible violation of an order issued by a domestic relations court must be addressed with the court that issued the order. This matter may be heard before the issuing court in a civil contempt of court hearing. It is recommended that you contact your private attorney to discuss this issue in greater detail.

Unfortunately, the law directors office cannot help individuals with a private legal issue. The responsibility of the law director is to represent the City of Wadsworth and the city's officials in making decisions that affect the city. The area of landlord/tenant law is a very broad subject and it is recommended that an individual contact a private attorney for guidance in this area.

Yes, the city has an ordinance that pertain to dangerous dogs. The ordinance defines dangerous and vicious dogs. View the ordinance in its entirety in the Codified Ordinances of the City of Wadsworth, § 90.32. Contact the clerk of council or the law director's department if you have more questions about this subject.

The city has an ordinance that prohibits dogs from running at large. § 90.01 of the Codified Ordinances of the City of Wadsworth states that "a person who is the owner or has charge of any animal shall not permit it to run at large in the public road, highway, street, lane, or alley, or upon unenclosed land, or permit them to go upon any private yard, lot, or enclosure without the consent of the owner of the yard, lot, or enclosure."

No, the City of Wadsworth does not have a loose cat ordinance.

Call One Call at 811 or Ohio Utilities Protection Service at 800-362-2764. The Electric Division is a member of the Ohio Utilities Protection Service. Call two working days (48 hours) before you dig so that underground utilities can be located to prevent accidental damage or service interruption.

Call the Utility Billing division at 330-335-2700.

Wadsworth Municipal Electric 24 hour emergency phone number is 330-335-2833. Trouble crews are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Crews are radio dispatched from 365 Broad Street for emergency repairs and service.

After contacting the Electric Division (330-335-2833) to report the outage, you should unplug all non essential appliances. Also, keep refrigerator and freezer doors closed. Continually opening and closing these doors will result in faster loss of cold air. If you think you may have heard something that may have caused the outage, please report the noise to the Electric Division by calling 330-335-2833.

If there is a street light not working, please call the Electric Division at 330-335-2833.

Yes, but the Electric Division requires a ten foot clearance in all directions from the enclosure. You may install plantings closer to the enclosure, but the Electric Division reserves the right to cut down or trim plantings in order to gain safe and prompt access to the enclosure. Call the electric division for further information at 330-335-2833. Please remember to contact Ohio Utilities Protection Service before digging at 800-362-2764.

Trimming the entire length of a power line as part of a regular maintenance program allows us to trim more efficiently and improves electric service to all the customers who get their power from that line. Your safety is important around trees You should not attempt to trim any vegetation growing on or near any overhead power lines. Only specially-trained line clearing professionals should work around power lines.

These outages occur when protective devices, called reclosers, operate. When a recloser detects an object interfering with a line, they de-energize the line briefly to determine if the interference is permanent or if it is simply a momentary problem. If the recloser determines that the interference was temporary, the line will re-energize. If the interference is detected to be permanent, the recloser will de-energize the line. These brief outages are usually caused by wildlife, trees, or lightning.

When you're calling to report an outage, hundreds of other people may be trying to do the same. Please be patient, we will answer your call as soon as possible. Remember the number to call to report an outage is 330 335-2833.

It can be difficult to distinguish between a power, cable, or telephone line, so you must regard any down line as energized and potentially dangerous. If there is water near the line, the risk is even greater, since water conducts electricity. Never touch a downed wire regardless of how harmless it looks! Keep children away from this potential hazard. Call Wadsworth Electric 330-335-2833 to report any downed lines or equipment.

A planned outage is a pre-planned, customer notified time period where the customers' electric service will not be available. Generally speaking, planned outages are needed when live line maintenance cannot be performed.

The latest figures from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) indicate that there were 400 total accidental electrocutions in 2000:

• 150 of which related to consumer products
• 30 involved a variety of other products such as sports and recreational  equipment, lawn and garden equipment, antennas, pipes, poles and fences
  
• 29 of those related to large appliances like air conditioners, pumps, water heaters, furnaces and clothes dryers
• 22 involved ladders contacting overhead power lines
• 17 involved small appliances such as microwave ovens, electric fans, extension cords and televisions
• 15 involved power tools
• 12 involved lighting equipment
• 10 involved contact with installed household wiring

But that is only part of the story. The CPSC estimates there is an annual average of 165,380 electrical-related home structure fires, taking an average of 910 lives, injuring nearly 7,000 and causing nearly $1.7 billion in property damage.

Consumers should check for problems with their home electrical systems, and be ever vigilant for electrical hazards around the home and the workplace, like cracked or fraying cords, overheating cords and wall plates, and the presence of overhead and buried power lines when working outdoors. Check outlets and circuits to be sure they aren't overloaded. Make sure to use only the proper wattage light bulbs in light fixtures and lamps. Use extension cords only on a temporary basis, and be sure they are properly rated for their intended use. And always follow appropriate safety precautions and manufacturer's instructions on all electrical items.

Consumers should also remember to test their smoke alarms and ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) monthly. Replace smoke detector batteries twice a year. Make sure GFCI protection covers all circuits that come near water sources, such as bathrooms, kitchens, and outdoors, and consider it for whole house coverage. Consider also having arc fault circuit interrupters (AFCIs) installed in your home's electrical panel, particularly for older homes.

Consumers can use ESFI's In Home Electrical Safety Check and Outdoor Electrical Safety Check booklets to conduct an electrical safety audit of their homes. Visit The Electrical Safety Foundation International website for all these and other electrical safety tips.

Electrical systems age and deteriorate just like any man-made product, and as they get older need to be monitored more frequently. As homes grow in their dependence on electricity with the addition of rooms, appliances large and small, and entertainment and computer equipment, electrical systems designed to handle lower electrical demands expected at an earlier point in time can become overburdened and problems can develop. The CPSC and ESFI recommend electrical inspections for the following:

• Any house more than 40 years old,
• Any house 10 years old and older that has had any major renovation or major appliance added, and
• For any home at the time of resale, by the new owner who can then begin their relationship with the new home with a clear understanding of the home's electrical system's capacity, limitations, potential hazards and opportunities.

Electrical Inspection Versus Home Inspection

An "electrical inspection" is different from a "home inspection" in that it comprehensively covers only the electrical system, whereas the home inspection goes skin-deep on the structure, plumbing, electrical system and other aspects of the house. Your local city, county or state should have an electrical inspector's office, or a qualified, licensed electrician can do the inspection.

The inspection will help identify problems like frequently blowing fuses or tripping circuit breakers, loose connections at outlets, older and deteriorated wiring, and outdated and overburdened electrical service. Repairs could be minor and nominal in cost, such as the cleaning and tightening of connections or the addition of outlets, or more involved running into several thousand dollars, such as the addition of circuits and subpanels, replacement of degraded wiring, or, particularly with older homes, a "heavy-up" - that is, upgrading the electrical service from, for example, 60 amp or 100 amp service to the home to 200 amp service better able to handle today's electric demands. A qualified, licensed electrician can determine if repairs or upgrades are necessary and can estimate the cost.

The third prong on a plug provides a path to ground for electricity that is straying or leaking from a product. This helps protect the equipment and can help prevent electric shock. Consumers should never remove or bend the third prong to fit a two-slot outlet. An adapter may be used safely only if the grounding wire or tab is physically connected to an electrical ground. A safer approach is to find or have installed an appropriate three-slot outlet.

A polarized plug is a plug with one large or wide prong and one narrow one. It ensures that the plug is inserted correctly in a socket for proper flow of electric current, and reduces the risk of electrical shock. Consumers should never force a polarized plug into a non-polarized outlet, or shave the wide prong down to fit. Use an adapter or find an appropriate polarized outlet.

The large box-like device found on the ends of some appliance cords could be an appliance leakage circuit interrupter (ALCI), an immersion detection circuit interrupter (IDCI) or a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI). Though they work in different ways, they all protect the user against accidental electric shock and electrocution by acting immediately to shut off power to the appliance upon the detection of a "leak" of electric current as may happen when a hair dryer falls into a sink full of water. Even with these devices, if that happens, unplug the device or shut off power to the circuit before reaching in to retrieve the appliance.

Before purchasing or selecting an extension cord for use, consumers should consider how the cord will be used. Make sure the rating on the cord is the same as or higher than the number of watts needed by the product that will be plugged into the cord. Extension cords should only be used on a temporary basis, and unplugged and safely stored after every use. Outside the home, use only cords rated for outdoor use, and consider using a portable GFCI.

There may, or may not be anything wrong with the water supply. The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency is requiring that we notify residents of the potential for contamination due to a depressurization of the water main in your area.

A boil order has been issued to your water system because either technical/physical problems in the water system have increased the possibility of bacterial contamination, or recent testing has shown the presence of organisms that could cause illness (e.g., fecal or E. coli bacteria).

The City is required to collect one set of samples for each depressurization. These samples require 24 hours of incubation time before the results can be determined. Assuming the tests are negative customers will receive a green door tag notifying that the water has been cleared for normal use. If the samples collected are found to have bacteria then additional testing will take place and the boil order will remain in effect until all samples pass and you receive a green door tag. If you have a question about an issued boil order please call 330-334-1581 ext 3002.

Boiling the water is the best way to ensure that it is free of illness-causing organisms. Bring water to a rolling boil for a minimum of two minutes. When it cools, refrigerate the water in clean containers. A pinch of salt per quart may improve the rather "flat" taste of boiled water.

Buying bottled water may be a feasible alternative to boiling water. Bottled water operations are routinely inspected, and samples are periodically analyzed to ensure they meet health standards.

Use the following guidelines to see what you can use your tap water for:

• Baby's formula - No
• Brushing teeth - No
• Coffee, tea, lemonade, etc. - No
• Drinking - No
• Ice cubes - No, and existing ice cubes should be thrown out.
• Laundry - Yes
• Preparing food - No
• Washing fruit/vegetables - No
• Watering grass or garden - Yes, but fruits/vegetables must be washed using pre-boiled or bottled water before consumption.
  

It is recommended that you wash your hands using soap and either bottled water or pre-boiled water. An alcohol-based hand sanitizer may also be used.

The risk of bathing or showering in tap water is uncertain and so should be avoided, particularly by people with open wounds or who are immuno-compromised. For those people who choose to shower or bathe in the tap water, minimize the time spent in the water and be sure to keep your eyes and mouth closed. Babies and young children should not bathe or shower in tap water because they often swallow some water accidentally.

You may use a dishwasher if it has a sanitizing cycle. If it does not have a sanitizing cycle, or you are not sure if it does, you may hand wash dishes and utensils by following these steps:

• Wash the dishes as you normally would.
• As a final step, immerse the dishes for at least one minute in lukewarm water to which a teaspoon of bleach per gallon of water has been added.
• Allow the dishes to completely air dry.

None of these devices should be used if they are directly connected to your water supply. Also, filters are unacceptable for removing bacteria. Once you have been notified that the boil order has been lifted, these devices should be cleaned and sanitized according to the operator's manual for the device.

Although pets are not normally affected by the same diseases as humans, caution suggests giving pets pre-boiled or bottled water.

Anyone who ingests contaminated water may become ill. Infants, young children, the elderly, and people with severely compromised immune systems are more at risk of illness.

Disease symptoms may include diarrhea, cramps, nausea and possible jaundice and associated headaches and fatigue. Symptoms may appear as early as a few hours to several days after infection and may last more than two weeks. These symptoms, however, are not just associated with disease-causing organisms in drinking water; they may also be caused by a number of other factors. If you are ill with these symptoms, contact your health care provider.

There is nothing you can do about the exposure you have already received. If you become ill, contact your health care provider.

E. coli is a sub-group of the fecal coliform bacteria group. There are many strains of E. coli, most of which are harmless, but some strains can cause illness. E. coli outbreaks receive much media coverage. Most outbreaks have been related to food contamination (not water) caused by a specific strain of E. coli known as E. coli O157:H7.

When a drinking water sample is reported as "E. coli positive," it does not mean that this specific strain is present and in fact, it is probably not present. However, it does indicate recent fecal contamination. Boiling or treating contaminated drinking water with a disinfectant destroys all forms of E. coli, including O157:H7.

The homeowner is responsible for the maintenance and replacement of their water service to the city's shut off. This connection is called the curb valve and is normally found in the tree lawn area of each building. It is recognizable by a black round metal disc with the word water across the top. The city will make repairs to the service on the "street side of this connection".

This falls under the duties of the meter department. Call the Utility office at City Hall at 330-335-2700 and tell them that you "need the water off at the curb". They will take your information and set up a time for a technician to do this for you.

If scheduled during the week and during normal working hours from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. there is no charge. There is a charge if needed after working hours or on weekends.

Call the City Utility Office at City Hall  at 330-335-2700 and they will schedule a technician to come out and repair the meter. There is no charge unless negligence is determined i.e. continued freezing of the meter because it was not protected from freezing conditions, or if repair is needed after normal working hours, then there would be a service call charge.

During the day call the Water Distribution Department at 330-335-2830, City Hall at 330-335-1521, or the Water Treatment Plant at 330-334-1581 and, after working hours call the Water Treatment Plant or the Police Department. They will contact us and we will investigate.

Watermain breaks can cause serious damage to roadways, please do not assume that someone has already called. We make repairs to these main breaks as soon as possible.

The technician who investigated it will make all attempts to notify you as soon as they know whose responsibility it is to repair. You will be given a reasonable amount of time to make the repairs. If you fail to make such repairs in the amount of time given, your water will be shut off until you make such repairs.

Wadsworth has been testing for lead since 1992, as required by the EPA, with no violations.

When your water has been sitting for several hours, you can minimize your risk for lead exposure by flushing your tap water for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before using for drinking or cooking.

The City of Wadsworth is responsible for providing high quality drinking water, but cannot control the variety of materials used in plumbing components. Lead in drinking water is primarily from materials and components associated with service lines and home plumbing materials. Corrosive water can cause the lead in those components to "leach" into the water.

Wadsworth is lucky to get its water from wells, which helps ensuring it is non corrosive much easier. Although we had already stable water and had never had an issue with lead and copper testing, in 1998 Wadsworth started a voluntary corrosion control program.

It was determined that we should feed Zinc Orthophosphate to the water. This chemical coats the water line with a protective layer that prevents any lead from leaching out of the pipes.

Wadsworth's raw water supply has a hardness of approximately 300 to 350 milligrams per liter. Through the treatment process, the hardness is reduced to a range of 180 to 250 milligrams per liter (expressed as Calcium Carbonate) or 11 to 15 Grains of Hardness.

The degree of hardness a person tolerates is a matter of personal preference. A general rule of thumb is if your water is more than 120 milligrams per liter you might consider a water softener to reduce the formation of scale in your hot water system and make washing easier. Water softeners typically replace nontoxic hardness minerals with sodium which may be a concern for those on sodium restricted diets.

Yes, regularly. The Water Treatment Plant is certified in both Wet Chemistry and Microbiology. Our lab and our plant operators are certified by the Ohio EPA to conduct testing on our water.

The lab and operators must be surveyed and re-certified every 3 years to maintain our labs certification and to remain in compliance with state and federal regulations. Testing is conducted at the different processes of water treatment and also by taking samples at randomly selected customer locations. Some contaminant testing is performed by outside labs due to cost and the infrequency of testing.

Our water is of excellent quality. It meets or exceeds all state and federal regulations.

Water produced by the City's Water Treatment Plant meets all, and in most cases is better than rigorous national drinking water quality standards. If not properly maintained, home purification and/or filtration systems can actually cause water quality problems.

A carbon type filter may be beneficial for those sensitive to chlorine but frequent filter changes must be made to prevent bacterial problems from developing. Determining if a water purifier or filter would be beneficial is a personal decision.

Natural groundwater in this area has around 0.3 milligrams per liter of fluoride in it. We add extra fluoride to the water to bring the level up to 0.8 to 1.2 milligrams per liter. Studies have shown that water with a fluoride level of 1 milligrams per liter will help prevent tooth decay. The State of Ohio mandated water fluoridation for all communities greater than 5000 in 1969.

Yes, state law requires that we chlorinate our water supply and maintain a minimum chlorine residual in the distribution system of at least 0.2 milligrams per liter. Typically water leaving the water treatment plant has a chlorine level around 1 milligram per liter.

If you want a drink with different taste you may want to try bottled water, but the costs are approximately 1,000 times as much as your tap water. In many cases bottled water is just "city" water re-purified. The bottled water industry is less regulated than municipal water treatment plants.

Water produced by the City's Water Treatment Plant meets all, and in most cases is better than, rigorous national drinking water quality standards.

We test the water in the city daily, and throughout the treatment plant processes 3 times a day. We also conduct routine bacteria samples throughout the city weekly to ensure that your water is safe. With that being said, if you have a concern or question we urge you to call us and we will speak to you over the phone and/or come out and collect a sample from your home.

We do only test residents of the City of Wadsworth city water, no private wells. Please call us at 330-335-2832 or 330-334-1581, ext 3002.

The black ring is caused by an airborne fungus. The spores land wherever it is damp and can also be found around the ends of faucets, around leaky faucet handles, and showers. We recommend 3 applications of straight bleach to help kill the spores and leaving the lid to the toilet down.

All residents of Wadsworth 18 years of age or older who had reportable income are required to file an income tax return, even if all the tax you owe was withheld. In addition, all nonresidents are required to file if they engaged in any business activity within the City and had no tax withheld from their earnings, or they have rental property located in Wadsworth. Each business located or performing services within the City is required to file. There is no threshold or benchmark for income or loss; returns are required without regard to the amount.

There could be many reasons why this happens. The best thing to do is contact RITA at 800.860.7482, and they will tell you why you are getting bills.

Please note: Penalty and interest are charged on unpaid income tax and unpaid employer withholding tax. The interest rates are set annually by state law. The interest rate applied to each calendar year is the July Federal Short-Term Rate, rounded to the nearest whole percent, plus 5% (Federal short-term rates are found here.) 

Here are the interest rates:

Retirees are only required to file and pay any tax due if they have earned income of any amount (such as wages for part-time employment, lottery/gambling winnings, rental income/loss, or if they engage in any business activity.) No one pays tax on interest or dividend income, and retirees are not taxed on pensions or Social Security. A retiree who has no taxable income must file a Declaration of Exemption form only the first year they are completely retired (had no taxable income at all), and attach a copy of page 1 of the Federal tax return. By doing this, the account will be inactivated by RITA and nothing would need to be filed in the future for city taxes unless there is earned income.

Any non-retiree over the age of 18 who has no taxable income must file a Declaration of Exemption form each year. Anyone who is on permanent disability can request their account be inactivated by contacting the City Income Tax Office at 330.335.2745, or by contacting RITA at 800.860.7482.

No one under age 18 is required to file a return. However, if your employer withheld Wadsworth taxes, you can and should request a refund, using Form 10A from the RITA website. You will need to provide your W-2 form and a copy of your driver's license, birth certificate or ID card for verification of age.

The filing deadline is the same as your Federal and State returns, usually April 15. For tax year 2025 (returns due in 2026,) the filing deadline is April 15, 2026. 

Waiting to file until the last couple of weeks or the due date may result in being closed out of available appointments if you need assistance at City Hall. You can file at the RITA website at any time, but their site may slow down near the due date. You can file your city tax return as soon as you have all of your tax information. Whether you have the City Tax Department provide assistance, or file at the RITA website, your return will be filed electronically, and you do not need to submit anything further unless you are contacted by RITA. You can pay when filing with a debit or credit card, or via direct debit ("ACH") from your bank account, or you can have RITA bill you for any balance due (penalty and interest charges may apply even if you pay the balance due when filing.) NOTE: As of October 1, 2018, there is a 2.75% fee charged when paying by debit or credit card. This fee is charged to RITA by a third party vendor and is not retained by RITA or the City of Wadsworth. This fee does not apply when paying by ACH. When paying by ACH, you must provide your bank routing and account number.

You can also e-file or obtain the tax forms you need at the RITA website. All completed paper returns, as well as returns prepared by your tax professional, must be postmarked by the due date if mailed to RITA.

PLEASE NOTE: We no longer accept estimated tax payments in the Tax Office. 

A federal income tax filing extension also acts as an extension of time to file your City tax return. You do not need to submit a copy of the extension by the annual filing due date. When you file your City tax return, please attach a copy of your extension to potentially avoid a late filing penalty. If you have not requested or received a federal extension, you may receive a six-month extension for filing your City tax return by submitting Form 32-EXT to RITA on or before the annual filing due date. This form is available at the RITA website. Remember: An extension to file the annual return is not an extension to pay - the tax owed is still due by the annual filing due date.

Yes. The City has a mandatory filing requirement, so every resident over the age of 18 who has earned income must file an annual return, even if your employer withholds all of your taxes.

You cannot always rely on a mailing address to determine the city in which you live or work. The U.S. Postal Service establishes mailing addresses based upon the post office that services the address. Similarly, you cannot rely on your school district, since those do not always follow city boundaries.

If you are a registered voter, it is easy to determine your city of residence; if you voted for the mayor, you live in the city.

If you moved recently, or are not registered to vote, you may call the City Income Tax Office at 330.335.2745 to verify if you live in the city, or whether your Wadsworth employer is located within the City.

Employers may also call the Income Tax Office to verify whether their employees are working within Wadsworth City limits.

Yes, you have to pay a residence tax on income taxed by another city. You receive credit for up to 1% of the tax that you pay to the city where you work, so if you are paying at least 1% to your employment city, your Wadsworth residence tax is 0.4%. (As of January 1, 2012, the Wadsworth City income tax rate changed to 1.4%, effective for income earned/paid after January 1, 2012; for tax years prior to 2012, the Wadsworth City income tax rate was 1.3%.)

The City of Columbus Income Tax website  shows income rates for every municipality in the State of Ohio. To view detail data for listed municipalities, you must configure your system to allow pop-up windows to appear while viewing data from this site.

The City of Wadsworth income tax ordinance states that if your tax liability is greater than $200, at least 90% of your tax liability or 100% of your prior year tax liability must be paid by the due date (see note below) to avoid potential penalty and interest charges on underpaid taxes. We can estimate your taxes based on your pay stub, and you can pay the estimated amount by the due date. After you get your W-2, your actual tax liability for the year will be calculated, and any estimates paid deducted from the amount due. Overpaid taxes will be credited to next year's liability or a refund will be issued under certain circumstances. 

Note: For individual taxpayers, the final due date for paying estimated tax is January 15.  For business taxpayers, the final due date is December 15.

Yes, you absolutely should file your return by the due date whether or not you are able to pay the entire amount of tax that you owe. You will receive a bill for the balance owed including late payment penalty and interest charges. You should contact RITA to make arrangements for payment of the billed charges.

No, and in fact, if you are still married, since there are no advantages or disadvantages one way or the other, we would prefer you file a joint return. However, if you need to file separately, you may do so, and you should continue to do so for each year thereafter.

You are required by State law to pay estimated taxes only If your estimated tax for the year is greater than $200. You can receive quarterly bills for your estimated taxes by completing the estimated tax section on the annual tax return or by creating an account at the RITA website and setting this up. Effective for tax years beginning in 2016, you will not be penalized for not making estimated tax payments if your tax liability is less than $200, provided your return was timely filed.

Effective for tax years beginning in 2016, you will not be penalized for not making estimated tax payments unless your tax liability is greater than $200. There are two ways to avoid being penalized: 

1. When you file your annual tax return, calculate and pay the total you estimate you will owe for the next year, along with any balance due for the current year, or 
2. Pay by January 15 of the following year, an amount equal to 90% of your total tax liability for the year, or 100% of your prior year tax liability. (Your total tax liability for the prior year is not necessarily the balance you owed when you filed your tax return.) Please note: For individual taxpayers, the final due date to pay your estimated taxes is January 15. For businesses, the deadline to pay estimated taxes is December 15.

If you do one of these two things, you will not be subject to penalty or interest, provided your annual tax return is timely filed.

Outside agencies have available many resources for compliance to which the City cannot gain access. Additionally, we have evaluated the cost of doing all of the work associated with administration of income taxes versus the cost of outsourcing, and it was decided several years ago that contracting with an agency was the most cost-effective way to go. For many years we used CCA (The Central Collection Agency), and as of January 1, 2016 we changed to RITA (The Regional Income Tax Agency.) As of this date, all tax filings should be sent to RITA, even for prior years. 

We work closely with these agencies, and if you ever have any issues or concerns with them, please contact the City Income Tax Office at 330.335.2745 or tax@WadsworthCity.org.

The most common mistakes when completing a city income tax return are:

Failure to:

1. Use the largest wage figure shown on the W-2
2. Accurately report local tax withheld
3. Report income as required from Federal schedules C, E, F, etc., and/or attach the Federal extension if applicable
4. Deduct business or rental loss carryovers from prior years
5. Deduct unreimbursed employee business expenses if applicable (no longer deductible beginning in tax year 2018)
6. Pay estimated taxes
7. File a return for the year you move into or out of the City
8. Pro-rate income for a partial year residency
9. Include payment
10. E-file or mail the completed return!

If reading this list raises a question for you, please contact the City Income Tax Office at 330.335.2745 or via email: tax@wadsworthcity.org.

On a cash basis, the City of Wadsworth collected $13,625,000 in income taxes in 2024. For more information, please visit the City of Wadsworth Tax Allocations page.

For questions regarding who owns a parcel of real estate, the office to contact is the Medina County Auditor. The County Auditor can be reached at 844-722-3800, ext. 9754.

Yes, please contact the Transfer Station at 330-335-2847. We will just need an end date to suspend the service and a return date to restart it. If you are uncertain you can give us an estimated return date and keep us informed if anything changes.

Yes, please contact the Transfer Station at 330-335-2847. We will pick up the carts from the location. Please note if any items are placed on the curb a fee will be assessed. We also offer dumpster service if during this time period there will be a need to dispose of larger items or materials.

Effective 2013, the City of Wadsworth Sanitation Department no longer works on designated holidays. The department will run a day behind all week, finishing up on Saturdays.

The system allows the Sanitation Department to more efficiently collect Solid Waste from the residents by utilizing the latest technology in garbage collection trucks. One operator can service more homes than a crew of two did before.

 Larger containers can be used-usually 80 to 99 gallons. Lifting is done mechanically resulting in fewer injuries and less labor costs.

Each City resident has a 96 or 65 gallon wheeled cart. The monthly fees are currently $15 per 96 gallon container and $12 per 65 gallon container. View non-resident rates.

To apply for a medical exemption, fill out the fill out the Sanitation Medical Exemption Forms (PDF) and mail them to:

Sanitation Department
City of Wadsworth
120 Maple Street
Wadsworth, OH 44281

If you need a copy of the form, contact the Sanitation Department at 330-335-2847 to request one. After your application is received, verified, and approved, a supervisor will reach out to coordinate an alternate cart collection point.

The City's Sanitation Department will maintain carts due to normal wear and tear. All problems with carts can be reported to the Sanitation Department at 330-335-2847. It is suggested that garbage be placed in plastic bags then placed in the cart.

Occasional rinsing of the cart can help keep odors from forming. Damage due to resident's failure to secure cart between collections will be charged to the resident.

Yes, there is. Please call the Transfer Station at 330-335-2847 for more information.

Place the cart near the street between 5 and 11:30 p.m. the night before your collection day. The metal lift bar should be facing the street.

The City's Sanitation Department collects at night to avoid traffic and parked vehicles. Carts must be removed from the collection area by 7 p.m. the day of pick up.

The carts are the property of the City of Wadsworth. The serial number of each cart is recorded and assigned to your residence. When moving, the cart is to stay at the address it was assigned to.

If you are moving into a newly constructed home, a cart will be delivered when application for City utility services is made.

All household refuse, trash, and garbage. Carts should not weigh more than 200 pounds.

The following items cannot be put in the cart:

• Acids
• Any dangerous or hazardous materials
• Building materials
• Caustics
• Explosives
• Hot ashes
• Poisons
• Soils
• Yard waste
  

Occasional extra trash can be taken to the City's Solid Waste Transfer Station. If an additional cart is required, call the Sanitation Department at 330-335-2847 for assistance. Extra carts can be requested based on a minimum 6 month rental for $7 a month. Just phone the department to order a 2nd or 3rd cart rental at your location.

Visit the costs, deposits, and fees page to check out the current court costs.

If you do not show up for a scheduled court appearance for a criminal or traffic case in municipal court, you should expect a warrant to be issued for your arrest. This warrant is called a Capias and usually has a bond amount stated within the document. Once you are arrested, the bond must be posted to secure your release from jail. In order to avoid the issuance of a Capias, please see the next question. A Capias also can be expected if you do not pay the fine and do not show up on the date ordered by the court.

You should know that once a Capias is issued, the Clerk of Court can notify the BMV. The BMV in turn blocks the person's driver's license and vehicle registration issuance/renewal, and assesses the person a $15 fee. If you missed a court appearance or failed to pay a fine for a criminal case and think a Capias may have been issued for your arrest, you should immediately call your attorney, if you have one. In any case, you may call the Clerk of Court's office at 330-335-1596 to determine whether a Capias has been issued and the amount of any bond. The clerk's office should be able to give you instructions on how to post bond or otherwise respond to the Capias.

Your failure to appear for a scheduled appearance for a civil case can result in the case being dismissed if you filed the complaint, or a default judgment being rendered against you, if the suit was brought against you.

Small Claims Court is a division of the Wadsworth Municipal Court (each county in Ohio has one). Small Claims was created by the Ohio Legislature to permit easy access to court for persons with the disputes involving relatively small amounts of money. Cases are heard by the judge but the procedure used by the court is less formal.

The plaintiff (person filing the case) must fill out a form which shall state the nature of the claim and the amount allegedly owed. The claim must be filed under oath.

The plaintiff must provide the court with the address of both parties, the plaintiff and the defendant (person being sued). The court notifies both parties of the trial date, and sends the defendant a copy of the claim.

For information on the Distracted Driving Course [ORC 4511.991], refer to the Ohio Traffic Safety Office or click the link below.

 (https://otso.ohio.gov/programs/ohio-driver-training/for-drivers/resources/distracted-driving-safety-course)

In lieu of a $100.00 fine, you can attend and must successfully complete the Distracted Driving course. 

You will need to submit written evidence or certificate of completion to the court prior to you arraignment date. 

Email: courts@wadsworthcityorg  or   Fax # 330-335-2723

 You can go to the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles website and obtain an unofficial copy of your driving record.

Any questions regarding your driving record should be directed to the BMV unless you are under a suspension with Wadsworth Municipal Court.

Visit the costs, deposits, and fees page to check out the current court costs.

Yes, we accept filings by fax and email, except we cannot accept an original complaint.

Fax # 330-335-2723

Email: courts@wadsworthcity.org

If you are scheduled for a Court appearance and you are legitimately and unavoidably detained (for example, if you are a truck driver and you are out of state), file a written request for a continuance with the Clerk's office. File the request before your court date. You may fax or email this request to the Court at 330-335-2723 or courts@wadsworthcity.org.

Your request will be reviewed and ruled upon by the Judge. If your request is granted, you will be notified of your next Court appearance by mail. Make sure the Court has a proper phone number and mailing address.

If you do not show up for a scheduled court appearance for a criminal or traffic case in municipal court, you should expect a warrant to be issued for your arrest. This warrant is called a Capias and usually has a bond amount stated within the document. Once you are arrested, the bond must be posted to secure your release from jail. In order to avoid the issuance of a Capias, please see the next question. A Capias also can be expected if you do not pay the fine and do not show up on the date ordered by the court.

You should know that once a Capias is issued, the Clerk of Court can notify the BMV. The BMV in turn blocks the person's driver's license and vehicle registration issuance/renewal, and assesses the person a $15 fee. If you missed a court appearance or failed to pay a fine for a criminal case and think a Capias may have been issued for your arrest, you should immediately call your attorney, if you have one. In any case, you may call the Clerk of Court's office at 330-335-1596 to determine whether a Capias has been issued and the amount of any bond. The clerk's office should be able to give you instructions on how to post bond or otherwise respond to the Capias.

Your failure to appear for a scheduled appearance for a civil case can result in the case being dismissed if you filed the complaint, or a default judgment being rendered against you, if the suit was brought against you.

Failure to appear in court can lead to your arrest and incarceration. If you cannot appear in Municipal Court, do as many of the following as soon as you can:

• If you are a witness, and were subpoenaed or asked to appear by the prosecuting attorney, call the prosecuting attorney. When you call, be sure to have the case number from the subpoena, if you have one.
• If you are a witness, and were subpoenaed or asked to appear by the defense attorney, call the defense attorney. When you call, be sure to have the case number from the subpoena, if you have one.
• If you are a defendant or a party to a case and have an attorney representing you, call the attorney as soon as you know you cannot appear as scheduled.
• If you are a defendant or a party to a case and do not have an attorney representing you, call the clerk which handles your type of case, found on the contacts page. Explain why you cannot appear. Please be aware that an arrest warrant may still be issued for your failure to appear, even if you call the clerk or the bailiff.
• Unless your attorney tells you otherwise, send a relative or a trusted friend to appear in court and explain why you cannot appear. Be sure your friend or relative knows where you are supposed to appear and how to contact you in case a question arises. Again, a warrant may still be issued for your failure to appear.

Please keep in mind that the Judge decides whether an arrest warrant is issued for your failure to appear, whether you are granted a continuance, or whether some other action is taken because you failed to appear. In appropriate cases, sanctions for failure to appear may include a person being prohibited from getting a driver's license, license plates or transferring a vehicle. Taking some action to inform court authorities you cannot appear will almost certainly be better than doing nothing at all. Please note that a request for a continuance must be in writing and may be sent as a fax to 330-335-2723.

Some court costs are required by the State. Mostly, court costs are required because every traffic citation or criminal complaint which is filed with the court must be entered into the court's computer system, and every document filed in each case must be put in a file, which the Clerk of Court is required to keep as a public record. This work must be done and the paper work is generated regardless of whether or not you appear.

The jurisdiction of the Wadsworth Municipal Court is more than just the city of Wadsworth. Check out the jurisdiction of the Municipal Court.

There are no facilities at the court to keep children occupied, so please make arrangements for your children to be taken care of when you have to come to court.

The defendant is under the supervision of Lake Erie Interlock and Home Arrest, Inc., but remains in their own house instead of being incarcerated in the Medina County Jail. The defendant wears an electronic monitoring device to ensure compliance. The defendant pays for the cost of this program.

Lake Erie Interlock and Home Arrest, Inc, requires a $50 installation fee and charges $12 per day with an alcohol monitor, $9 per day without an alcohol monitor, and $10 per day for a cell unit.

The types of Bond are as follows:

• Surety Bond: Posted by a professional bonding company which guarantees the defendant's appearance in Court.
• Cash Bond: The full amount of the bond set by the Court must be paid. When the case is completed, the entire amount will be refunded.
• 10% Bond: The amount required to be paid is 10% of the amount of the bond. (If the bond amount is $5000, the amount you are required to post is $500.) When the case is completed, the Court keeps 10% of the amount posted and refunds the balance. (e.g. Of the $500 posted, the Court would keep $50 and $450 is refunded.)
• O.R. Bond: Own recognizance bond or a personal recognizance bond is where no money needs to be paid. It is a promise to appear secured by the person's signature.

If you post a bond for someone and you want to make sure you (and only you) can get the money back, make sure you are named on the receipt as the person who posted the bond. If you are not named and the receipt is written in the name of the arrested person, that person will be able to use the money toward his fine and costs and the balance will be refunded to the arrested person. Your money will not be refunded until the case is completely finished. That could take several months.

The initial service drop and one television set connection is included at no charge. Additional charges may apply if your home is over 200 feet from the street. Special requests like running cable thought attic can be done at an additional charge of $100 per outlet.

You can hook as many as you would like! Typically up to 4 sets can be connected without a distribution amplifier being required (additional charge).

Additional outlets range between $35 (wiring outside the wall) and up to $100 (wiring hidden in wall).

No. However, rental of a digital set top box is required to view Premium channels.

Call CityLink Customer Service Representatives at 330-335-2888. A Representative can enroll you in our vacation plan. If you have a security system we can work with you to keep that connected.

Whether you are an existing customer or not, if a new service line is required it will be installed at no additional charge (up to 200 feet).

Small Claims Court is a division of the Wadsworth Municipal Court (each county in Ohio has one). Small Claims was created by the Ohio Legislature to permit easy access to court for persons with the disputes involving relatively small amounts of money. Cases are heard by the judge but the procedure used by the court is less formal.

No; one objective of Small Claims is to make it possible for individuals to argue their own cases without the added expense, since procedures are not as strict as those in regular court. You may use an attorney if you want, but one is not required. A corporation should be represented by an attorney.

While the statute allows for an officer of the corporation, or a salaried employee to present its claim or defense, they may not engage in cross-examination, argument or other acts of advocacy. Any act of advocacy by a non-attorney constitutes the unauthorized practice of law. The practice of law includes the preparation of pleadings and other papers incident to actions and the management of such actions and proceedings on behalf of clients before judges and courts. (Refer to section 1925.17 of Ohio Revised Code.)

The most you can sue for in Small Claims is $6,000.

Note, however, that a defendant (person sued) may file a counterclaim against you. The limit for a counterclaim is also $6,000.

The cost for filing a Small Claim case is usually $54, plus $10 for each additional defendant. You must pay the cost when you file your case. You may file a claim in the court having jurisdiction over the area in which the defendant lives, or where the claim arose, or, if the defendant lives out of state, where you live.

The plaintiff (person filing the case) must fill out a form which shall state the nature of the claim and the amount allegedly owed. The claim must be filed under oath.

The plaintiff must provide the court with the address of both parties, the plaintiff and the defendant (person being sued). The court notifies both parties of the trial date, and sends the defendant a copy of the claim.

Small Claims can only decide claims for money. The Small Claims judge cannot order a defendant to do anything other than pay a specific sum of money. Thus, you must be able to put a price tag on any damages you have suffered as a result of the defendant's actions.

Small Claims does not have jurisdiction in such actions as libel, slander, repossession or any other kinds of cases which do not involve actual monetary damages. If you have a dispute with your mechanic, for example you can base an action on you bills or the estimate cost of redoing his work.

However, you cannot ask the court to make the mechanic fix your car or release it before payment of a bill. Typical cases involve contact disputes, rental security deposits claims, accident damages, etc. Small Claims is also used by many merchants to sue consumers who have defaulted on loan agreements.

When both parties appear, the judge listens to both sides of the story and renders a decision. If the defendant does not appear, the court may grant a default judgment. If the plaintiff does not appear and the defendant does, the court may dismiss the case or grant judgment to the defendant.

Your own testimony and the testimony of your witnesses, given under oath, will be taken as evidence. Written statements may also be given to the court. It is usually better, however, to have a live witness if possible. If your claim is for nonpayment for services rendered, it is important to bring invoices to show what work was done and what is owed.

It all comes down to supply and demand. The cost of electricity is higher when the demand is high and people are using a lot of electricity – typically in the morning and around dinnertime. In the evenings, on weekends and on holidays the demand for power goes down and so does the cost for electricity. With Right Time Pricing, the City of Wadsworth puts information, technology and control in your hands to take advantage of the lower rates that are available during off-peak hours.

Right Time Pricing is open to both residential and commercial customers who have their electric service with the City of Wadsworth. Rates vary depending on which of these accounts you have as well as if your home/business is within the city limits.

Lower average rates may be achieved with Right Time Pricing, if you take measures to reduce on-peak usage.

Summer on-peak days are when Right Time Pricing rates are highest. You may save money by making a few, small changes in your home before and during the summer on-peak season. You can:

• Set your programmable thermostat for automatic energy savings
• Use your washing machine, dryer and dishwasher during off-peak hours
• Plug your entertainment system components into a surge protector/power strip to make it easier to turn them all on and off at the same time
• Use timers on your electric water heater

Weekends and holidays are considered off-peak, so your savings continue.

You won't need any special wiring. Your home has already been upgraded with the required meter.

Our web-programmable thermostat and in-home display keep you informed about your electricity use – and what you're paying for it. Both devices allow you to conveniently access important usage data to help you save money and energy. Using a programmable thermostat can help you save on your heating and cooling costs.

Customers must have central air conditioning and a broadband connection to select the thermostat for their Right Time Pricing device. Customers who do not have central air conditioning or do not have a broadband connection will receive an in-home display as their Right Time Pricing device.

If your on-peak usage is relatively high, or you are unable to shift much of your usage to off-peak hours, your bill could actually increase. Plan and use energy wisely to get the most savings.

Enrollment in Right Time Pricing requires a one-year commitment. After one year, you will automatically continue with the Right Time Pricing rates unless you request to move to a different rate structure.

A Zoning permit is required for both. A building permit (issued by the Medina County Building Department) is also required for storage buildings over 200 sq. ft.

Please see Are Permits Required 

Complete a zoning permit application and submit it along with a site plan, an iaerial view of your lot (available at medinacountyauditor.org), or an accurate sketch showing property lines, existing structures and their setback from adjacent property lines; the location, dimensions and setbacks of the property deck. Applications for fence permits should show the location where the fence will be placed; fence height, material & style (privacy or solid fences vs non-privacy fences).

Building or structural plans will likely be required by the Medina County Building Department for sheds and other accessory structures which exceed a floor area of 200 sq.ft.  Contact them directly at 330-722-9220.  Please see How to Obtain Permits for  Step by Step Instructions for Obtaining shed, fence,pool and more permits.

Complete a zoning permit application and submit it along with a site plan, an iaerial view of your lot (available at medinacountyauditor.org), or an accurate sketch showing property lines, existing structures and their setback from adjacent property lines; the location, dimensions and setbacks of the property deck.  Building or structural plans will likely be required by the Medina County Building Department.  Contact them directly at 330-722-9220.  

Please contact the Medina County Building Department at 330-722-9220

As of 1/1/25, City no longer issues building permits for 1,2 and 3 family residential structures.  All building permits (residential, commercial or industrial projects) are issued by the Medina County Building Department.   Contact them at 330-722-9220 for more information regarding their registration requirements.

Site plans should be to a designated engineering or architectural scale. Building plans should be a minimum 1/8” architectural scale.

City of Wadsworth

City of Wadsworth Planning & Zoning Department, 120 Maple Street, Wadsworth OH 44281.

An easement is a portion of a property where an entity such as a municipality or utility company has a legal right to utilize the space as necessary to protect and maintain the service located there. The land is owned by the property owner but it’s use is restricted.

Registration with the City is no longer required after 1/1/25.  Please contact the Medina County Building Department to see about their registration requirements.  

A pdf download is located directly below the reader link.

Point of sale inspections are not required in the City.

Temporary garage sales are permitted in the City. There are no permits required.

Contact the Building Department at 330-335-2780, or mnussbaum@wadsworthcity.org . Provide a detailed description of the issue, the address, and how it can be seen. A complaint form is also available at City Hall or on the Property Maintenance Website where more information is available..

Typically, no permit is required to pave or repave an existing driveway.  However, a zoning permit is required to expand a driveway (in length or width) of a driveway on private property.  If the new driveway expansion extends across the sidewalk or involves widening the driveway apron (which connects the driveway to the street) a Right-of-Way (ROW) permit will also be required.  ROW permits are issued by the Engineering Dept.

An alarm registration application can be obtained in the Safety Director's Office.

A vendor's license (solicitor's permit) can be obtained at the Mayor's Office.

Only if the new lines extend into the right of way (under sidewalk to street) is an Engineering Right of Way Permit required.

The City of Wadsworth is launching a planning and design process for the Downtown Wadsworth Infrastructure and Streetscape project. This much-needed effort will replace century-old sewer and water lines and other downtown utilities. While the utilities are being upgraded, we have the opportunity to explore traffic, parking and pedestrian improvements, adding things like expanded sidewalks, updated amenities, wayfinding signage and inviting gathering spaces.

The underground utilities in Downtown Wadsworth are overdue for replacement, and this construction gives us the opportunity to improve not just what’s below ground, but everything above it too. We’re planning ahead to ensure downtown remains vibrant, accessible and welcoming for years to come.

While the utilities are being upgraded, we have the opportunity to reimagine our streets with potential upgrades including: 

• Improved traffic management, parking accessibility and safer pedestrian walkability 
• Expanded sidewalks, improved lighting, and street landscaping 
• Updated amenities, wayfinding signage, and inviting gathering spaces 
• Features that enhance downtown’s charm, welcoming atmosphere, and economic vitality 

  
  

There are several ways to get involved:

• Attend a public meeting or workshop
• Fill out the community feedback form
• Visit the project's page for more information
• Follow the City of Wadsworth on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn

The City is working to combine project funding from city local utility funds, state and federal grants, the city’s general fund, and other sources. We’re also actively pursuing additional outside funding to help reduce local fiscal impacts. 

Planning and design are underway in 2025, with construction not expected to begin until designs are finalized and funding is secured. We’ll keep the community informed with updates and anticipated timelines as we move forward. 

Parking is a top priority. The project team is committed to preserving as much parking as possible—and even exploring ways to improve it. We’ll be looking closely at how to balance parking with pedestrian needs and traffic flow.

Yes. We’re committed to working closely with business owners to minimize disruption during construction. The City remains committed to supporting our local businesses and keeping downtown open, accessible, and thriving throughout the project.

This project is being led by the City of Wadsworth in collaboration with planning, engineering and engagement partners. Community feedback will continue to shape the process every step of the way.

The City will continue to maintain streets, sidewalks and public spaces as it does today just with improved infrastructure and amenities that better serve the community.

Yes. You need internet services through the City of Wadsworth.

We have a Local Plan, which is unlimited local calls in specific exchanges. We also offer a National Plan for unlimited local and long distance with in the 48 contiguous States.

We will need to do a test prior to installation to verify compatibility.

Yes you can keep your current phone number. We do a process called “porting” where we contact your current carrier, after you sign an authorization. We will assign you a temporary number during this process which can take up to 18 business days.

Yes. Your answering machine must be set to answer before 30 seconds. See your answering machine instructions book for set up.

Yes, Please call a Customer Service Representative at 330-335-2888

We offer free caller ID by phone number. For an additional $2.00 you can choose to have caller ID by name

Yes, there are federal legislated charges for 911 and Universal Service Fund (USF). All phone companies charge separately for these services as well. These fees are itemized on your bill. 

Access your voicemail by dialing *97 then enter your voicemail password. To add a personal greeting 

     Press “0” to enter mailbox options; 

     Press “1” to record your voicemail greeting, then press “#”, and then press “1” to

     accept the greeting.

While sunny days are best for solar production, solar panels generate electricity even on cloudy, rainy and snowy days. Solar panels do not generate electricity at night.

Solar panel production fluctuates with production being the highest during the sunniest times of the day and year.

The solar facility is connected to the electric grid, not directly to residents’ homes. The power produced by the solar plant will become part of the energy supply to the electric grid, which supplies power to residents’ homes.

The solar parks located in Wadsworth provide on-peak energy, as well as transmission cost savings by being connected directly to the City’s electric system. The energy from the solar projects represent about 6% of the City’s overall energy needs and have minimal impact on the City’s overall wholesale rates.

The solar parks located in Wadsworth provide on-peak energy, as well as transmission cost savings by being connected directly to the City’s electric system. The energy from the solar projects represent about 6% of the City’s overall energy needs and have minimal impact on the City’s overall wholesale rates.

Solar panels are constructed with non-reflective coatings designed specifically to absorb as much sunlight as possible in order to maximize electrical generation, rather than reflect sunlight.

There is no evidence to indicate a solar project will impact neighboring property values. A 2018 study by Cohn and Resnick, a Chicago-based firm that specializes in property valuation, looked at home sales in proximity to six solar farms in Illinois, Indiana and Minnesota. It found no measurable impact on property values adjacent to solar farms. Other studies reached similar conclusions: A study conducted across Illinois determined that the value of properties within one mile increased by an average of 2% after the installation of a solar farm. An examination of five counties in Indiana indicated that upon completion of a solar farm, properties within two miles were an average 2% more valuable compared to their value prior to installation. An appraisal study spanning from North Carolina to Tennessee shows that properties adjoining solar farms match the value of similar properties that do not adjoin solar farms within 1%. Importantly, a solar project brings numerous economic benefits to a community, including the potential for millions of dollars in additional tax revenue (or payments in lieu of taxes) which can be used to enhance schools, roads and essential services – enhancing both the quality of life and overall value of the community. Solar projects can deliver these economic benefits without making additional demands or impact on community services.

Pesticides, if used, will be managed in accordance to local and state regulations.

Through design and intelligent siting, glint and glare can be eliminated or kept to a minimum. Panels are made of solid materials and do not pose a chemical hazard to the general public, underlying soil, or groundwater. Additionally, the site is fenced with locked gates. Signage at the site alerts that it is a generation site and access is prohibited.

Modern solar projects are designed to operate for at least 25-30 years, during which time they are carefully managed and maintained.

Decommissioning is the process of removing all elements of a solar project and returning the land to its original condition – e.g., agriculture or grazing. As the project reaches the end of life, in many cases aging solar panels are replaced with newer, more efficient technology to extend their useful lives. However, should there no longer be a demand for the project after 25-30 years, it will be decommissioned. Our development contract indicates that our project partner, NextEra Energy Resources, will decommission the project at their expense,

Due to popular demand, the opportunity to order a paver has been extended and will be ongoing. Click here to order and be included in the next brick paver installation.

The bricks are laser engraved in large batches. Due to the project coordination schedule, we will not be able to show you your brick until it is installed.

Bricks will be located in and around the 9/11 Memorial walkways adjacent to the new permanent Safety Town Village which will be behind the new Fire Station headquarters currently under construction. Depending on the volume of bricks sold, bricks may also be incorporated into other areas of the 9/11 Memorial and the Safety Town Village.

The website preview is for general reference only. While all of the words you enter on the website will be arranged as you provide, the font style and size may appear different on the completed brick. The grey and off white colors of the bricks may also vary from what you see on the screen.

There are many unique ways to personalize your brick: 

• Recognizing your family name
• In honor or remembrance of a friend or loved one 
• In honor of a person who serves in the military, law enforcement, fire or EMS service
• Business or corporation support using your logo
• Demonstrating Safety Town, school, or community pride – example: “Class of 2023”
• As a gift 
• An encouraging message or favorite quote

This might be possible, depending upon timing. If you made a mistake or would like to add something, please contact Michele Raineri at 330-335-2705 or by email at mraineri@wadsworthcity.org. 

We encourage all orders to be placed online via this website. If you have questions or need assistance completing your online order, please contact administrative assistant at 330-335-2705 or by email at lcugini@wadsworthcity.org 

If circumstances prohibit online ordering, order forms can be picked up at the Administrative Office of City Hall (second floor at the top of the steps).

Your credit card order is processed using secure SSL encryption. This prevents unauthorized access to your credit card data. We do not save your credit card number.

Proceeds from the sale of the bricks will be put towards the cost of the construction and maintenance of the new permanent Safety Town Village and adjoining 9/11 Memorial. 

Yes, sales of the engraved pavers will be an ongoing fundraising effort to support and maintain the Safety Town Village and 9/11 Memorial.

Please email black and white crisp outline (no gray scale, color, scan, or copies permitted) of your corporate logo information to lcugini@wadsworthcity.org.

Yes! In addition to the brick paver fundraiser, there are other ways to donate that include:

• Three (3) tiers of miniature building sponsorships with pricing based upon size of buildings and length of sponsorship; these sponsorships will last for a period of years and then will need to be renewed if sponsorship is to continue; buildings will be built by WHS carpentry class and are limited to approximately 4-5 buildings a year; 
• Miniature roadway naming rights donations and, 
• General donations which will provide for maintenance and repair needs at the park, additional safety town equipment and supplies, and completion of additional future features at the Safety Town Park and 9/11 Memorial.

If interested in supporting in these areas, contact administrative assistant at 330-335-2705 or lcugini@wadsworthcity.org.

Wadsworth has one DORA and it is located in downtown Wadsworth. The hours of operation for the DORA are between 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. everyday. The map below shows the boundaries.

To drink an alcoholic beverage in the DORA boundaries, you must ask for your drink in a DORA cup (see the image below) and pay an additional nominal fee. Signs on bars and restaurants will indicate if they are participating in the DORA program. Signs will also be installed at the DORA district boundaries to indicate the area in which DORA beverages may be consumed.

Beer, wine, and liquor are all allowable drinks in DORA cups. Drinks must be purchased from a participating business.

The hours of operation for the DORA are between 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. everyday.

No, you must stay within the DORA boundaries. Leaving the DORA with an alcoholic beverage breaks State of Ohio and City of Wadsworth open containers laws.

Drinks are permitted in parking lots within the DORA boundaries, but not vehicles.

No, the Wadsworth Public Library is outside the Dora boundaries.

No, once a DORA cup has left a business, it must be consumed before you enter any establishment with a liquor permit or designated with a "Not Permitted Here!" decal. This includes reentering the business in which it was purchased.

No, you must dispose of a DORA cup before entering any business with a liquor permit or designated with a "Not Permitted Here" decal. The cups are single use, but rest assured all cups are recyclable!

No, only drinks purchased from businesses participating in the DORA are allowed. No cans, glass bottles, or outside drinks are permitted within the boundaries.

A Safety Plan ensures public safety within the DORA. City of Wadsworth staff, including the Wadsworth Police Department, is committed to working with the community and the businesses within the DORA to preserve and maintain the safety and security of all who visit and work there. The Safety Plan includes officer patrol responsibilities and a schedule for reviewing and updating the DORA guidelines.

We will soon post the list of participating establishments where DORA beverages can be purchased.

The National Park Service administers the National Register of Historic Places. The National Register is the official Federal list of districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects significant in American history, architecture, archeology, engineering, and culture. National Register properties have significance to the history of their community state, or the nation. More info can be found HERE.

The way a property gets listed in the National Register of Historic Places is that the forms and documentation go to the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) of the state where the property is located. The SHPO can take one of several options: reject the property, ask for more information, list the property just with the state, or send the forms to us for listing in the National Register of Historic Places. Once we receive the forms, we conduct a similar review process.
More info can be found HERE. Contact information for the SHPOs

Listing in the National Register places no federal restrictions or requirements on a private property owner. You may do with the property as you wish, within the framework of local laws or ordinances.

The National Register of Historic Places will never ask for money or fees. There are no fees or charges.

• The website for the tax credit program is: https://www.nps.gov/subjects/taxincentives/about.htm
• There are also grant programs available through the National Park Service.
• State Historic Preservation Office may have state run programs. 
• Federal & State Tax Incentives for Rehabilitation