Dover Township
Category: Newsletter
Dover Township to Host Touch-A-Truck & Open House, October 11
The Dover Township trustees invite residents of all ages to an open house and touch-a-truck event at their office, Saturday, October 11, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. at 2000 Red Hill Road. In addition to trustees, attendees will have an…
Read MoreKnow Before You Vote|Where Your Tax Dollars Go
Fire and EMS services; zoning management; and mowing and maintenance for our cemeteries, bridges, and roadways account for less than 8% of Dover Township residents’ current property tax bill. The remaining 92% goes to schools, the county, and other public…
Read MoreFrom Your Elected Officials
After careful consideration, we have determined that the addition of a continuing fire, rescue and ambulance levy is necessary to maintain the level of service our community deserves. Our last levy for these services was in 1995; and for thirty…
Read MoreRoad Crew Begins Fall Clean-up, Prepares for Winter
Our road crew is working diligently to address the issues created by falling leaves throughout the entire township. In order to help us best keep our roadways and waterways clear of landscape debris, we ask all residents to make proper…
Read MoreThe Ohio Department of Natural Resources Urges Caution During Ohio’s Fall Wildfire Season
Fall burning regulations will be in effect Wednesday, October 1, but with dry conditions throughout the state the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Forestry and the Ohio State Fire Marshal urge Ohioans to take precautions now and…
Read MoreFROM YOUR DOVER TOWNSHIP TRUSTEES & FISCAL OFFICER
After careful consideration, we have determined that the addition of a continuing fire, rescue and ambulance levy is necessary to maintain and improve the level of service our community deserves. Our last levy for these services was in 1995; and for thirty years, our township has successfully provided fire and emergency medical services without needing to ask for additional funding.
Read MoreA Message from Your Township Trustees
In this edition of the Dover Township newsletter, we introduce you to the new Zoning Inspector, say goodbye to the former, and review the changes to our Zoning Resolution. You’ll also hear from our Road Superintendent with a reminder about landscape disposal and preparations for winter road conditions.
Read MoreDon Wallick Named New Zoning Inspector
Lifelong Tuscarawas County resident Don Wallick became Dover Township’s new Zoning Inspector in July. On his new position, Don said, “I like working with people. I’ve worked with the public my entire life, and this is an extension of that. The township has been good to me over the years, and it’s nice to give back.”
Read MoreDover Township Thanks Dave Weber
The Dover Township trustees thank Dave Weber for serving as the township’s Zoning Inspector for six years (2015 – 2021). During his time with Dover Township, Dave worked hard to enforce the existing zoning guidelines and most recently oversaw the updating of the Zoning Resolution.
Read MoreDover Township Accepts Additions, Changes to Zoning Resolution
During a June 23 public hearing, Dover Township’s Zoning Commission presented recommendations for changes and additions to the township’s zoning resolution, last updated in 2004. The trustees reviewed these recommendations during their July 6 meeting and approved them following a public hearing on July 20.
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