Chickens in Worthington?
More than a decade ago, the city had a robust discussion about allowing chickens within city limits. That discussion led to the decision...
Doug Smith
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Doug Smith
- Apr 17
Oh, deer! What should Council do?
Recently, Council discussed the ever-growing deer problem in Worthington. Though there does not appear to be any physical injury to...
Doug Smith
- Apr 17
Council's Feb. Retreat
In February, Council hosted its annual retreat to determine city priorities. This year was especially interesting because it was our...
Doug Smith
- Apr 17
Open Letter: The case against me
After hearing questions and feedback from residents, I offer this open letter as a document outlining the details of my settlement with...
Doug Smith
- Jan 19
Protecting public dialogue and transparency
This week, Council proposed an emergency moratorium on the UMCH property, preventing further action by the property owner (Lifestyle...
Doug Smith
- Jan 19
Update on the UMCH property
In January 2021, Lifestyle Communities (LC) helped create a separate entity – Worthington Campus. At that time, the UMCH property was...
Doug Smith
- Dec 23, 2021
Volunteering
Growing up, my parents instilled in me a great sense of civic responsibility. They always encouraged me to give back to the community...
Doug Smith
- Dec 23, 2021
Worthington receives AAA rating
Worthington was recently rated by S&P for a AAA bond rating, which is the best rating a municipal government can attain. We submitted a...
Doug Smith
- Dec 23, 2021
What about short-term rentals?
In May 2020 City Council approved an amendment to the Planning and Zoning Code to modify the definition of Dwelling Unit and Tourist...
Doug Smith
- Dec 23, 2021
A new Sheriff in town (well, a new Asst. Fire Chief)
The 2022 budget brings an exciting addition to the fire department. Even though the new position is labeled Assistant Chief of Emergency...
Doug Smith
- Dec 23, 2021
What about the residents on East Wilson Bridge Road?
At the December 6 city council meeting, Council voted to approve the zoning change on three sections, totaling 14 parcel properties....
Doug Smith
- Oct 27, 2021
Affordable Housing in Worthington
City Council (in tandem with the Worthington Community Relations Commission) recently sponsored the Inclusive Housing Initiative to more...
Doug Smith
- Oct 27, 2021
Every Vote Counts
Every Vote Counts In 2019, I was re-elected to city council for my third term. Though the election was November 5, my election wasn’t...
Doug Smith
- Oct 30, 2019
Re-Elect Doug Smith to City Council. Because composting.
I led the city to implement a residential composting program at no cost. This helps deter compostable waste from going to the landfill.
Doug Smith
- Oct 30, 2019
Re-Elect Doug Smith to City Council. Because 100% renewable energy aggregation.
I led the successful ballot initiative to provide Worthington residents with 100 percent renewable energy through electric...
Doug Smith
- Oct 30, 2019
Re-Elect Doug Smith to City Council. Because COhatch.
Just as I was looking for an innovative way to help incubate local businesses, COhatch needed a place to grow. As vice-president of the...
Doug Smith
- Oct 30, 2019
Re-Elect Doug Smith to City Council. Because Porch Growler.
When the property owners asked the city how to develop the parcel next to CVS, I told them to how to approach it responsibly. As a...
Doug Smith
- Oct 30, 2019
Re-Elect Doug Smith to City Council. Because the city’s healthy budget.
Worthington boasts the second largest budget of any Ohio city with a population less than 25,000. We also have one of the largest ‘rainy...
Doug Smith
- Oct 30, 2019
Re-Elect Doug Smith to City Council. Because community visioning.
As the author of the visioning process documents, my intent for the community visioning is to be more than just a simple city plan. I...
Doug Smith
- Oct 30, 2019
How's the 2020 city budget?
City staff presented their proposed capital improvements (CIP) budget last week. The city is on the finishing end of a multi-year...