Timely information
BLACKLICK ESTATES!
Aqua Ohio has requested a rate increase on water and sewer through PUCO. Madison Township has submitted a letter of opposition to PUCO, and residents can do the same. PUCO has scheduled 3 public hearings for this case. Please see the attached documents for more detailed information.
Water Rate Increase
Sewer Rate Increase
The 3 hearing dates are:
*Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at 5 p.m.
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Driving Park Branch
1422 E. Livingston Ave. Meeting Room 3
Columbus, OH 43205
*Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at 5:30 p.m.
Marion City Hall
233 West Chester St.
Marion, OH 43302
*Thursday, January 29, 2026, at 6 p.m.
Microsoft Teams - https://puco.ohio.gov/events/Aqua-Virtual-Local-Public-Hearing - pre-registration is required for the virtual public hearing.
Transient Vendors
noise ordinance
This ordinance was passed in 2010 by the Board of Trustees. We have recently had an increase in inquiries regarding noise issues. Click here for a PDF version of the actual resolution that does include excessive barking dogs, blaring radios, and vehicles, including dirt bikes. For more information or to report an issue please call 614-836-9000 or 614-836-5355 (during business hours).
MORPC Home Weatherization Program
Now is the time to prepare your home for winter. The Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission is offering free home weatherization services to those who qualify. Homeowners and renters can take advantage of this program. Visit https://www.morpc.org/program-service/home-energy-efficiency/ for more information, or call (614) 621-1171.
Resident quick reference guide
If you’re new to the township or are looking for quick answers to commonly asked questions, use the Resident Quick Reference Guide to start your research.
REPORT LITTER OR ILLEGAL DUMPING
According to the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency, Ohioans produce approximately 11,772 tons of litter per year.
You can help combat litter and illegal dumping of trash by reporting it at https://www.itsacrime.org/report-littering.php.
The report is anonymous and will help make the community safer and healthier.
DRINKING water
Ohio EPA offers Drinking Water Advisories for Ohio Public Water Systems. Read dates carefully.
water services
Aqua services residents in the Blacklick Estates area, located north of Route 33. For more information, please visit Aqua Ohio. To call, dial 877 987-2782.
solid waste
Solid Waste Authority of Central Ohio (SWACO) is a resource for Madison Township residents to dispose of solid waste. For more information, please visit SWACO.