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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Beavercreek public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
DARE Program Funding
The city accepted a $23,706 state grant to keep the DARE officer in schools for another year.
Electric Bicycle Safety and Nuisance Regulations
A resident warned that kids riding fast e-bikes on sidewalks and park turf are a safety hazard and asked about licensing. Mayor Adams said several area cities are working on ordinances and the city will act.
National Opioid Settlement Participation
The city opted into the Six Remnant Defendants National Opioid Settlement before the May 4 deadline, securing an unreduced share of settlement funds for opioid remediation.
Police department performance and 2025 awards
Chief Lindsey reported a record 96%+ citizen satisfaction score and handed out community, life-saving, OVI enforcement, and service awards — a reminder of what tax dollars fund.
FEMA hazard mitigation plan adoption
Council adopted the updated county hazard mitigation plan so Beavercreek stays eligible for FEMA disaster funding — with one council member questioning drought data in the report.
Wright State Pedestrian Bridge Memorial Bench Placement
Council discussed whether to relocate a memorial bench near the Wright State pedestrian bridge following concerns about vagrancy and business safety. Council voted to keep the bench in place and explore design modifications to deter sleeping on it.
Police Levy
Beavercreek voters just shot down the recent police levy, leaving city leaders scrambling to figure out how to fund public safety. You can expect some serious budget talks and likely changes to local police services soon.
Public Safety Alert
Beavercreek just launched a new emergency alert system right as storm season hits. You'll want to sign up immediately to stay on top of critical weather warnings.
State of Emergency
Beavercreek officials have declared a local state of emergency to unlock extra resources and tackle an ongoing crisis. You'll want to stay tuned for local updates to see how this affects your daily routine and neighborhood.