Mayor Matt Miller Discusses Exciting Developments in Ashland

• August 7, 2024

Ashland, OH – August 7, 2024 – In a recent interview, Mayor Matt Miller provided updates on several key projects and initiatives shaping the future of Ashland. Fresh off a busy city council meeting, Mayor Miller shared details about new business developments, property acquisitions, community support initiatives, and upcoming events.

E-commerce Giant Purchases Industrial Land

Mayor Miller kicked off the conversation by discussing the special city council meeting held last night, despite the usual August recess. “We have so many important projects happening right now in the city,” Mayor Miller said. “We called a special meeting to address them.”

One of the highlights was the sale of 22.4 acres in the city’s industrial park to a Fortune 500 e-commerce company. The land, located just north of Wells Rd. with frontage on US 250, was sold for $20,000 per acre, totaling $448,000—the highest price ever received for industrial park land. The company plans to build a regional hub, with construction expected to begin soon and completion anticipated by mid-next year.

Acquisition of the Frontier Building

The city also decided to purchase the vacant Frontier building on Main Street. The building, which has been empty for over two decades, contains vital equipment for Frontier’s network in its basement. “We felt it was important to get that building into local hands,” Mayor Miller explained. The city aims to rehabilitate the building and attract new businesses to the downtown area.

Support for ACCADA

In a unique move, the city purchased a vehicle for the Ashland County Council on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse (ACCADA). The purchase was funded by money received from legal settlements with pharmaceutical companies involved in the opioid epidemic. “This vehicle will help ACCADA transport clients in recovery to appointments and other necessary locations,” Mayor Miller said, highlighting the city’s commitment to supporting those affected by drug addiction.

Street Resurfacing Plans

Addressing concerns about street resurfacing, Mayor Miller reassured residents that the work is scheduled to begin soon. “The contract is still in play, and you’ll probably see work start toward the end of this month or in September,” he said. Key areas to be resurfaced include Sandusky Street, parts of US 42, and several streets in the northeast quadrant of the city.

Mayor’s Golf Classic

Looking ahead, Mayor Miller expressed excitement about the upcoming Mayor’s Golf Classic this Friday. Now in its fourth year, the event raises funds for special projects at Brookside Golf Course. “Thanks to the generosity of our community, we are on track to break our records for revenue this year,” Mayor Miller said. The event features prizes, including a vehicle from Bill Harris Chevrolet and $10,000 in cash, as well as a meal and other festivities.

As Ashland continues to grow and develop, these initiatives underscore the city’s commitment to economic development, community support, and quality of life improvements for its residents.

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