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How Yellow Springs Community Access Operates

YSCA operates under the Yellow Springs Community Access Station Rules and other policies, rules, and procedures approved by the Cable Advisory Panel aimed at broadest participation by community members. Village government, Village Council, the CAP, and the station are equal opportunity organizations.

Ben Guenther, Digital Media Manager, is responsible for the day-to-day activities and functions of YSCA operations.

Wastewater reclamation also requires special staff licensure.  Brad Ault maintains a Wastewater Class III, Kevin Martin- Class I, Jeff Horn-WDS Class 1 and Dale Fisher-WWC Class 1, operate the Water Reclamation Facility (WRF) owned and operated by the Village of Yellow Springs and located at 3835 Grinnell Rd. The WRF is rated a Class II Plant. The Village wastewater is cleaned and processed to a very high level before being discharged into the Yellow Springs Creek and, eventually, the Little Miami River.

Like the WTP, the Yellow Springs Water Reclamation Facility was originally built in 1964 with major upgrades in 1988 and in 2010. It is designed for an average wastewater flow of 0.6 million gallons per day (mgd) with a peak hourly capacity of 3.4 mgd. Flow above the PHF is diverted to the 2.5 million gallon overflow basin. The Village operates one lift station, at the north end, which pumps on average about one third of the total daily flow to the WRF.

 

      Brad Ault

       Brad Ault

              Superintendent

         Kevin Martin Jeff Horn  Dale Fisher

                     Kevin Martin                              Jeff Horn                                Dale Fisher

                        Operator                                    Operator                                   Operator

See below for current job openings for the Village of Yellow Springs.
Please download the Application for Employment and submit via email per individual job descriptions.

Johnnie Burns
Yellow Springs Village Manager



EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Utility Service Worker III
  
Water Distribution Utility Service Worker III
  
Police Corporal (Full-Time)
  
Police Officer (Full-Time/Part-Time/Recruit)

     

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS

Application for Employment


EEO DOCUMENTS

EEO Policy Statement

EEOC Applicant Form

GAUNT PARK POOL


GENERAL HOURS
 (No re-admission)
Season: OPENING DAY: May 24, 2025

Adult Swim Only:
(18+, no person under 18 admitted at this time, staff excluded) 

All Ages Swim:
(15-minute breaks called every quarter to the hour until 6 pm, 18 yo+ may swim at this time)

MONDAY - FRIDAY 11am - 1pm  Adult Swim Only 
1pm - 7pm  All Ages Open Swim unless otherwise posted (including baby pool)
7pm - 7:45pm  Adult Swim Only (unless otherwise posted)
SATURDAY & SUNDAY
12pm - 1pm  Adult Swim Only 
1pm - 7pm  All Ages Open Swim unless otherwise posted (including baby pool)
7pm - 7:45pm Adult Swim Only (unless otherwise posted)

POOL RATES

DAILY ADMISSION
MEMBER COST
4 yrs & younger with paying adult
FREE
5-17 & persons 62+ years of age
$6.00
18-61 years of age
$10.00

 

VILLAGE RESIDENT SEASON PASS
MEMBER COST
4 yrs & younger with paying adult
FREE
5-17 & persons 62+ years of age
$78.00
18-61 yrs
$113.00
Adult + 1 minor
$130.00
Household of 5 or fewer
$150.00
Each additional Member
$17.00

NON-RESIDENT SEASON PASS
*Township is considered non-resident
MEMBER COST
4 yrs & younger with paying adult
FREE
5-17 & persons 62+ years of age
$129.00
18-61 yrs
$180.00
Adult + 1 minor
$250.00
Household of 5 or fewer
$267.00
Each additional Member
$23.00

"SWIMMING FOR ALL"
DISCOUNT PROGRAM
MEMBER COST
4 yrs & younger with paying adult
FREE
5-17 & persons 62+ years of age
$39.00
18-61 yrs
$56.00
Adult + 1 minor
$65.00
Household of 5 or fewer
$75.00
Each additional Member
$17.00
Childcare provider pass
$17.00


GAUNT PARK POOL 2025
DAILY OPERATION GUIDE

Restrooms: 

Restrooms will be monitored frequently for cleanliness, restocking, and sanitizing.
  
No children under the age of 10 are permitted in the restroom without adult/caregiver supervision.
  

Pool rules:
  
Upon entering the facility's general pool including deep end rules are posted, we encourage guests to familiarize themselves with all facility rules.
  
All children under the age of 12 must be with a parent/guardian or caregiver at all times and will not be permitted into the pool without a responsible party aged 13 or older.
  
We will not provide seating for guests and we encourage you to bring your own chairs and/or loungers.
   
Baby pool can accommodate 2-3 families depending on size. No children over the age of 6 permitted.
  
All diaper-aged children are required to be in a swim diaper or they will not be able to use the pool.
  
All guests will abide by these rules or face expulsion & possible suspension from the facility.

Concessions: 

Limited options will be available for purchase.
  
$5 minimum on all credit card purchases.
  
No phone available for patron use unless for emergency purposes and staff will assist.
   



PLEASE NOTE: There is no LOST & FOUND available. 

FREE WiFi AVAILABLE @ Yellow Springs Public WiFi

Gaunt Park Swimming Pool
500 W. South College Street
Yellow Springs, Ohio 45387
937-319-1440
Facebook @GauntParkPool

The Planning Commission meets on the second Tuesday of every month at 6PM in Council Chambers on the Second Floor of the John Bryan Community Center.

Planning Commission Members (5-Year Appointments):

  • Stephen Green  (5/19/2025)
  • Scott Osterholm  (1/18/2028)
  • Susan Stiles, Chair  (4/20/2026)
  • Gary Zaremsky  (2/22/2027)
      
  • Mark Carr, Alternate  (9/17/2029)
  • Chad Runyan, Alternate  (9/17/2029)

  • Gavin DeVore Leonard, Council Liaison
  • Carmen Brown, Council Alternate

Staff Contact:

Meg Leatherman, Zoning Administrator mleatherman@yso.com or 937-767-1702


To view the most recent Planning Commission Agenda and Minute documents: 
CLICK HERE

The Economic Sustainability Commission is currently on hiatus, in deference to the Yellow Springs Development Corporation (YSDC)

Commission Members remain ready to assist the YSDC on an as-needed basis.

Members

Henry Myers                                   

Saul Greenberg                               

Emily Seibel                                   

Sammy Saber    

Karen Wintrow                          

Susan Jennings, Alternate

Lisa Kreeger, Council Representative

Kevin Stokes, Council Alternate          

 

Related Studies

Vision Yellow Springs Miami Township (ACP) August 16, 2010

Vision YSMT Appendix A: Conditions & Trends (ACP) January 31, 2010

Vision YSMT Appendix B: Public Involvement (ACP) November 11, 2009

Business Retention & Expansion Survey (CUPA) September, 2009

Going Local in Yellow Springs (Michael Shuman) January, 2009

Sustainable Yellow Springs (OSU Regional Planning Program) June, 2006

Yellow Springs External Perception Survey (CUPA) August, 2005

Yellow Springs Hospitality Feasibility Study 2005

Yellow Springs Transportation Service Needs & Priorities (CUPA)

Yellow Springs Cost of Living Report (James A. McKee Group) November, 2002

 

Related Articles

Small Towns, Big Ideas UNC School of Government (pdf)

“What’s Sustainability” Planning Commissioners Journal

The Place Making Dividend” Planning Commissioners Journal

Q&A: Dayton's Jim Leftwich on the region's emergence as a high-tech corridor hiVelocity

 

Documents 

Goals & Assignments 11/18/2010

Village of Yellow Springs Comprehensive Land Use Plan 2010

Sustainable Yellows Springs 2020 (Comprehensive Land Use Plan)

The Village has contracted with the Regional Income Tax Authority (RITA) to provide income tax collection services. Village residents and businesses are encouraged to use R.I.T.A. E-file, a quick, easy and secure way to file your municipal income taxes online with R.I.T.A. at www.ritaohio.com

All income tax questions and filings should be directed to R.I.T.A. 

Annual Income Tax returns should be filed with RITA. 

Tax forms are available at RITA's website. 

In addition, RITA can be contacted by mail or phone:

Regional Income Tax Authority

PO Box 477900

Broadview Heights, OH 44147-7900 

For Individual filers: 1-800-860-7482 ext. 3203

For Businesses: 1-800-860-7482 ext. 3204

Meet your Village Council Members                      

Stokes DeVore Leonard
Kevin Stokes Gavin DeVore Leonard
President of Council Vice President of Council
kstokes@vil.yellowsprings.oh.us gleonard@vil.yellowsprings.oh.us

Brown Gustafson Housh
Carmen Brown Trish Gustafson Brian Housh
Council Member Council Member Council Member
cbrown@vil.yellowsprings.oh.us tgustafson@vil.yellowsprings.oh.us bhoush@vil.yellowsprings.oh.us


2024 Village Council

2024 Village Council


Staff Contact

Judy Kintner

Judy Kintner, Clerk of Council
937-767-9126 
clerk@yso.com

The Board of Zoning Appeals meets as required (which is scheduled by the Planning Office) in Council Chambers on the Second Floor of the John Bryan Community Center.

Board of Zoning Appeals Members (5-Year Appointments):

  • Scott Osterholm  (7/15/2029)
  • Dino Pallotta  (8/23/2029)
  • Matt Raska  (6/8/2026)
  • Matt Reed  (4/17/2028)
  • Anthony Salmonson, Chair  (7/15/2029)

  • Chad Runyan, Alternate  (9/17/2029)

** The Board of Zoning Appeals Packets are available to download in PDF format. You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view these files. If you do not already have Acrobat Reader on your computer, you can download it for free from the Adobe Website.** 

2013 Board of Zoning Appeals Packets

September 18, 2013 

July 17, 2013 

June 19, 2013 

May 8, 2013 

January 9, 2013

The Village collects a 3% lodging tax for all qualifying short-term lodging establishments. This includes hotels, airbnbs, and many other types. To find out more, visit Village Code Chapter 882 or our Lodging Tax Frequently Asked Questions.

All operators of a qualifying lodging establishment must register annually and must submit lodging tax twice a year. 

  • Annual registration is due prior to April 15th, this includes a $100 fee.
  • Lodging tax for the first half of the year (January -June) is due prior to October 15th.
  • Lodging tax for the second half of the year (July-December) is due prior to April 15th.

The Lodging Tax Form can be accessed by clicking here - Lodging Tax Form

You may refer to the graphic below for information on this process:

 Lodging Tax 2023

Ordinance 2017-14 "Enacting New Chapter 882 Entitled Lodging Excise Tax of the Codified Ordinances of the Village of Yellow Springs, Ohio Effective January 1, 2018" on September 5, 2017. This ordinance implements a lodging tax of 3% on all lodging establishments within the Village beginning January 1, 2018 with collections beginning on July 31, 2018. Please refer to the ordinance in full by clicking here.

We are public power 2022

From left to right: Foreman Ben Sparks, Jeff Horn, Public Works Director Johnnie Burns, Dustin Harris

Ben Sparks 2022
Ben Sparks
Superintendent

Brad Ault 2022 Dustin Harris 2022 Jeff Horn 2022 Kevin Martin 2022
Brad Ault Dustin Harris Jeff Jorn Kevin Martin
Water Treatment Plant Water & Electric Water & Electric Water Treatment Plant

Foreman Ben Sparks, along with three other employees (Dustin Harris, Austin Pence and Jeff Horn), is responsible for the maintenance and operation of the electric utility and the water distribution system. The electric utility includes all lines, transformers, switching stations and poles. The water distribution system includes all main water lines that carry water from the water plant or water towers to any private service, as well as all fire hydrants.

The Village purchased the water system from Antioch College around 1927. The well field was in the north end of town now known as Ellis Park. The storage tank, or tower, was on the property now occupied by the Electroshield business at 708 South High Street. As the Village began to grow in the mid-to-late 1950s, the need for more capacity became apparent. A new treatment plant and wells were established at the present site on Jacoby Road in 1963. At the same time, a new storage tank was erected at its current location in Gaunt Park. A second tower was erected in 1978 after the first tower froze during the deep freeze in 1977 and was severely damaged.

Our current water distribution system consists of approximately thirty miles of water line, varying in size from 2” in diameter to 16” in diameter. The lines also vary in type, as some are cast iron or ductile iron while other are galvanized or plastic.

The Village has two elevated storage tanks, which are approximately 73 feet tall from the base to the top of the tower. The tanks hold 1,000,000 gallons each. The system also includes approximately 200 fire hydrants.

Meter readers

From Left: Rose Pelzl, Meter Reader., Travis Hotaling, Meter Reader.  

Meter readers Rose Pelzl and Travis Hotaling, also important members of Ben's crew, take regular reads of all electric and water meters in the Village to keep billing moving smoothly. They also repair broken meters and install new ones, as necessary.

The Youth Center, located on the first floor of the Bryan Center, is open to Yellow Springs Village residents between the ages of 11-19.

In the event that Yellow Springs Schools are closed for teacher in-service meetings or snow, Spring Break or Winter Break, the Youth Center will open at 12:00 p.m and remain open until 9:00 p.m. The Youth Center is staffed by Village employees who monitor, as well as interact with, the visitors to the center.

Open gym hours vary each week and are posted on the gym doors. You may also inquire about hours or special activities by calling 937-767-7209 or emailing monitors@yso.com.

Building Monitors

Building Monitors/Youth Center Staff

Learn How to Create Programs

Currently we request people complete an application form with contact information and interests. Anyone who works or lives in Yellow Springs may apply. They may be asked to help others in producing programs and helping at the station.

YSCA will teach you how to use the portable equipment for capturing scenes and to use our editing equipment to prepare content for cablecast. You may check out equipment for a project but must be trained first.

YSCA is an associate member of the Miami Valley Communications Council (MVCC) which offers many classes including using GL-2 cameras, production and editing.

Please return email completed forms to the Ben Guenther | Station Manager, or call 937.767.7803.

 

Meet your Village Council Members

Lori Askeland Brian Housh Kren Wintrow 
Lori J. Askeland Brian Housh Karen Wintrow

 

Marianne MacQueen  Gerald Simms 
Marianne MacQueen Gerald Simms

Click on a council member's name above to send an email to that council member. 

Staff Contact

Council Clerk
Judy Kintner, Clerk of Council
937-767-9126
clerk@vil.yellowsprings.oh.us

streets department
From left: Adam Williamson.  Dale Fisher.  Mike Neal.  Tanner Bussey, Foreman.

Tanner Bussey 2022

Tanner Bussey
Foreman

Foreman Tanner Bussey, (along with his crew of Dale Fisher, Mike Neal, and David DeMaio), is responsible for several things throughout the Village. Street maintenance (includes paving and snow removal responsibilities), waste water collection (includes sewer and storm water), and Parks and Recreation (includes public parks, ball fields, swimming pool, areas of the bike path and all Village-owned buildings).

Services and Responsibility:

  • Repair, Maintenance and Construction of 26 miles of Village Streets and all Village-owned buildings
  • Construction, Maintenance and Repair of sanitary mains
  • Inspection of resident owned sanitary laterals connecting to Village sanitary mains
  • Snow removal and salting of streets
  • Street blocking and traffic control for events
  • Tree and Park Maintenance – grass mowing, litter pick-up, etc.
  • Aging infrastructure replacement
  • Construction and Maintenance of storm drain system
  • Street Sweeping – NO LEAF PICK UP PROVIDED



The purpose of the Human Relations Commission shall be to promote harmony among the citizens of the Village and to work to eliminate prejudice and discrimination within the Village against any individual or group because of race, religion, nationality, heritage, gender, age, physical disability, sexual orientation or economic class.

The Human Relations Commission meets the first Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers located on the second floor of the Bryan Center. 

Commission Members                                                                 

Lindsay Burke                            

Cindy Shaw                                    

Nick Cunningham      

Robert Partida                        

Kevin Stokes, Council Representative

Laura Curliss, Council Alternate

We have some exciting things programmed! Subscribe to our YouTube page to receive notification of new content being posted.
 
Channel 5 is now broadcasting a new exercise program from Lynn Hardman every week. Each new Chair Interval program will air on Tuesday and Thursday at both 11AM and 3PM, as well as premiering on YouTube every Tuesday at 10:45AM. Get fit. Stay healthy!
 
Channel 5 is now broadcasting "Creature Features" every night at 10 PM.
 
Channel 5 is now broadcasting "Lord Blood Rah's Nerve Wracking Theater" every night at midnight Grab your popcorn!
 
Channel 5 is now broadcasting the cooking show "Eat Well and Be Happy" Mon-Fri at 9:30 AM and 1 PM.
 
Did you know that, as a community members of Yellow Springs, you can borrow audio and video equipment to help in your next project? Contact the station manger for more information. 
 
Did you know that YS Community members can submit announcements about upcoming events to be broadcast on Channel 5's bulletin board? Contact the station manger for deadlines for submissions so we can be sure to air your announcement. 
 
Did you know that YS Community members are able to submit their video projects to be broadcast on Channel 5, as well as on Channel 5's YouTube page? Contact the station manager for further submission details. 

Old Plant

Old Water Treatment Plant


The Village is proud to own and operate their own municipal water treatment plant. The plant is operated by Superintendent Brad Ault along with operators Kevin Martin, Jeff Horn and Dale Fisher. Located in Xenia Township, the plant produces and treats groundwater that is distributed to the entire Village.

In 2011 the discussion began to address our current aging water plant that is over 50 years old. The decision was made to build a new water plant in early 2016. The new design-build plant was completed and put in service December of 2017. This new plant removes iron and Manganese, as well as softens our water. We are very pleased with the performance of the new water plant and the improved water quality for the entire Village. 


New Water Plant

New Water Plant


What’s on Channel 5?

We feature a variety of programs that spans many genres. We are always looking for new, creative content to present to our community and audience. If you have content or a show idea and would like more information about the next steps, please reach out to Ben Guenther.

VIEW PROGRAMMING SCHEDULE

The following information is applicable for:
Village Council | Planning Commission | Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)


Most government meetings are currently being held in-person. Any meeting that will be held via the Zoom platform will now be announced. For Village Council meetings, please check the meeting agenda to see if there is an indication that the meeting will be held remotely via Zoom. For all other meetings, please expect in-person only participation, unless otherwise stated. 

The Village of Yellow Springs posts meetings, and their respective agendas for citizens to view at any time. This helps promote clear communication throughout the Village, as well as provides the opportunity for citizen participation.  

The public hearing(s) will be broadcast “live” via Channel 5 Community Access cable station, which is simultaneously shown on the Village’s “Community Access Yellow Springs” YouTube station.
Visit the YouTube Channel and browse the playlists. SUBSCRIBE to receive auto-announcements of upcoming meetings, and other programming. 


FINDING UPCOMING MEETINGS

A schedule of upcoming meetings is available through the Events Calendar on our home page. Browse the calendar for the date and times of this month's scheduled meetings. For agenda information, please see below. 


PARTICIPATION INSTRUCTIONS


BROADCASTING
All public hearings will be broadcast “live” via Channel 5 Community Access cable station, which is simultaneously shown on the Village’s “Community Access Yellow Springs” YouTube station. Village Council Meetings (as well as the as-needed Town Hall Meetings) will also stream live simultaneously on Facebook. 


MEETING LOCATION
Regular sessions/meetings are held in Council Chamber at the John Bryan Community Center:
100 Dayton Street
Yellow Springs, Oh 45387

IN-PERSON PROTOCOLS - Masks are no longer required in Council Chambers. 

**Please see specific agendas for further participation instructions. 



LOCATING MEETING AGENDAS, MINUTES, ORDINANCES, AND RESOLUTIONS

The Village of Yellow Springs utilizes ClerkBase to house government meeting agendas, minutes, ordinances, and resolutions. To locate the desired information, search below. For further instructions, follow Steps 1 - 4 below. 

SEARCH HERE: https://clerkshq.com/yellowsprings-oh?docId=AGENDA


Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

Step 4


For additional information, please contact:
clerk@yso.com or call 937-767-9126

The Public Arts and Culture Commission advises Village Council regarding the merits of any art concept, proposed art exhibit, or installation to ensure respect for other users of public places, as well as to convey the creative and welcoming nature of our community; to attract persons to the Village to enhance economic activity; to increase community collaboration and inclusion; and to promote participation and contribution.
  
The Public Arts and Culture Commission meets in Council Chambers on the Second Floor of the John Bryan Community Center.

Public Arts and Culture Commission Members (3-Year Appointments):

  • Michael Casselli
  • Deja Freeman
  • Phoenyx Fyre
  • Kay Koeninger
  • Ena Nearon
  • Laura Truitt
        
  • Carmen Brown, Council Liaison
  • Trish Gustafson, Council Alternate


Current Projects


Past Projects


Want to join the Commission?

Contact Judy Kintner, Clerk of Council, at 937-767-9126 or clerk@yso.com.

  

The Economic Sustainability Commission provides information and makes recommendations to Council regarding economic development for the Village of Yellow Springs, identifying primary opportunities for economic development in the Village and strategies to support these efforts and facilitating a forum for incubating ideas and networking among diverse groups working on economic development in the Village. 

The Economic Sustainability Commission meets every first Wednesday of the month at 7:00 pm in Council Chambers, located on the second floor of the Bryan Center.

Commission Members                      Term Expiration      

Henry Myers                                    11/3/17

Saul Greenberg                               11/3/18    

Emily Seibel                                    02/01/19

Sammy Saber                                  04/17/20

Susan Jennings, Alternate

Lisa Kreeger, Council Representative

Kevin Stokes, Council Alternate

Denise Swinger, Staff Representative               

YSCA YouTube Banner

YSCA has a large roster of videos and community sponsored programming. One of the best ways to see all community programming is to visit local Channel 5, or visit the Community Access Yellow Springs YouTube Channel. There, you are able to browse Virtual Town Halls, Council Meetings, Community Sponsored Shows, and more...

Visit COMMUNITY ACCESS YELLOW SPRINGS YouTube CHANNEL

Be certain to SUBSCRIBE to the channel to receive all updates. 

The Environmental Commission meets in Council Chambers on the Second Floor of the John Bryan Community Center.

Environmental Commission Members (3-Year Appointments):

  • Reilly Dixon  (9/17/2027)
  • Nancy Grigsby  (6/18/2027)
  • Alex Klug  (7/4/2026)
  • Jon Ricketts  (9/17/2027)
  • Jennifer Rosengarten  (6/4/2027)
  • Johanna Schultz-Herman  (9/7/2025)

  • Mark Carr, Alternate  (9/17/2027)
      
  • Carmen Brown, Council Liaison
  • Brian Housh, Council Alternate

   
WELLHEAD PROTECTION PLAN
    
— PESTICIDE POLICY
    
— WEED ORDINANCE
   

Energy Board meets every third Tuesday at 6:00 pm in Council Chambers, located on the second floor of the Bryan Center.

Commission Members                      Term Expiration        

ON HIAITUS

Library Commission meets every first Tuesdays in February, May, August and November at 7pm at the Library.

Commission Members                       

Tracy Phillips, YS Library                     N/A

Karl Colon, Director, GCPL                   N/A

YSLA - Inger Neighbours                    N/A

Dorothy Smith                                  05/04/2025

Richard Zopf                                    05/04/2025                            

Trish Gustafson, Council Representative

Kevin Stokes,  Council Alternate

Powers and Procedures of the Utility Dispute Resolution Board
   (a)   The customer shall endorse the date, time and place of all Utility Dispute Resolution Board hearings in writing. Failure of the customer to appear at a hearing shall not limit the Board's authority to act.
   (b)   If the customer is petitioning for a payment plan, the Utility Dispute Resolution Board shall take into account the amount of the delinquency, the payment history of the customer, and the customer's current ability to pay in approving or establishing an acceptable payment plan for a customer.
   (c)   Any payment plan approved by the Utility Dispute Resolution Board shall require that all amounts due and owing for utility services up through the date of the hearing be paid in full within six months of the of the execution of the payment plan. However, the Utility Dispute Resolution Board may renegotiate a payment plan if they determine it to be in the best interest of the utility.
   (d)   If the customer is disputing the delinquency of its amount, the Utility Dispute Resolution Board shall review all such evidence presented by the customer that the account is not delinquent or that the amount of the delinquency is in error. If the Board finds that there has been an error and that there is no delinquency, the disconnection notice shall be rescinded. If the Board finds that the disconnection notice is proper, then the disconnection shall proceed unless the customer brings the account current or executes a payment plan.
   (e)   If the customer is disputing an amount owed, the Utility Dispute Resolution Board shall review all such evidence presented by the customer that the amount billed is inappropriate and that some adjustment to the amount due is warranted. If the Board finds from the evidence presented that an adjustment to the amount owed is warranted, an adjustment approved by the Board shall be made to the customer's account.
Commission Members                           Term Expiration     
Dean Pallotta                                        12/07/21
Jane Scott                                            12/07/20                              

Village Inspiration & Design Award (VIDA)

The purpose of the VIDA is to highlight the unique and creative contributions made to our village, and to foster connections, pride, and a sense of community. We believe that art and culture are critical as we continue to build a village that provides a good quality of life, fuels creativity and innovation, and attracts people who will continue to expand the creative vision and profound thought in which this community is rooted.

The Public Art and Culture Commission on behalf of the Village of Yellow Springs presents the VIDA to a resident or local business owner who creatively enhances the overall culture of Yellow Springs and makes a transformational artistic contribution to the Village. The goal is to recognize inspirational art in its many forms that enrich our community.

A sculpture designed by local artist Jon Hudson and sponsored by Sue & Bob Swaney has been created to celebrate this award.  A certificate will be awarded to the recipient(s). The VIDA logo was created by local artist Xeno Dewey.

Nominate a Villager for the VIDA


Simply submit a short description of why you think the nominee should recieve the VIDA along with a photograph of the nominated work to pac@vil.yellowsprings.oh.us or complete and submit this form.

Past VIDA Recipients

Callahan MacBeth Dharma
Tim & Kelly Callahan Alan MacBeth Dharma Center

John Bryan Community Gallery

The John Bryan Community Gallery is a multi-use space that spans 726 square feet in two wings on the second floor of the John Bryan Community Center, which serves as the Yellow Springs Municipal Building at 100 Dayton Street, Yellow Springs, Ohio.  Exhibit space is available for public viewing during the building’s hours of operation (8a-9p).  Exhibit space is available for public viewing during the hours of 9:00 am and 8:30 pm, Monday - Friday and 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm on Saturday, closed Sunday.  The Gallery is the home base of the YS Arts Council's (YSAC) Permanent Collection.  Three times a year, there are rotating shows of art from the collection in the JBC Community Gallery.

The Permanent Collection represents Yellow Springs artists through the preservation, collection, exhibition and storage of works that demonstrate the ideals, passions and creativity of the Yellow Springs community, now and in the future.”

The Permanent Collection Stewardship Committee, was formed in 2015 for the protection of the Permanent Collection and to guide its growth and mission. Active members of the Arts Council founded the project and the Yellow Springs Arts Council maintains the collection. The YS Arts & Culture Commission provides Village support for the Collection and maintains the John Bryan Center Community Gallery as an exhibition space for the Collection.  The Village also provides a safe storage space for any parts of the collection that are not on display.  It is a great partnership!

Many of the works are still on display at Antioch University Midwest, 900 Dayton Street, Yellow Springs, Ohio.  They can be viewed during AUM’s general operating hours (weekdays from 8:30–5:00). The collection can also be seen on the YS Arts Council's Web site, ysartscouncil.org

If you have any questions please feel free to contact the Permanent Collection's Committee chair Valerie Blackwell-Truitt vabtkmt@gmail.com You can also e-mail us at ysartscouncil@gmail.com.

 

ABOUT THE PERMANENT COLLECTION

 The YSAC Permanent Collection was established in 1992 to preserve the work of Yellow Springs’ amazingly rich heritage of artists. To date, over 200 pieces by 112 artists make up the collection, in many different mediums:  oil and acrylic paintings, watercolors, photographs, collages, jewelry, mixed media, prints, textiles, papier mache, pottery, sculpture, books by local authors and costumes. The collection also includes digital archives of local music, storytelling, dance, interviews with local artists, a slide show by Irwin Inman, of the 12 years of Banners in the Banner Festivals and some historical papers on YS Art Organizations, and Cultural Events.

The Permanent Collection is a historical legacy of art for the Village of Yellow Springs.

It all began at the John Bryan Center, for 20 years, each artist that did a show at the John Bryan Community Gallery donated a piece to the collection. Parts of the collection were on view in the Old Union School House and parts were in storage.

As it has grown, the collection has needed a much larger space to be able to have most of the art work on view.   For the last 5 years, it has been hosted by Antioch University Midwest. 

In January 2018, the John Bryan Center became the home base of the Permanent Collection again.  The collection is too large for just one space anymore and thanks to the plethora of wonderful, local artists and generous donators of local art, it is growing larger all the time. Parts of the collection are on loan to different public buildings in town.  Our goal is to have the collection in the public view as much as possible.

Yellow Springs Skate Park Background

The Village of Yellow Springs invested nearly $40,000 in skate park improvements. An ACC subcommittee led by AJ Warren, Matt Housh and Brian Housh collaborated with the Village team and worked closely with local youth & skaters, CT Consultants and Grindline Skateparks to develop a master plan.

Skate Park Phase One
Grindline Skateparks of Seattle, Washington implemented Phase One of the Yellow Springs Skate Park. They helped to boost local economy by employing local welders and carpenters during construction. Phase One was completed May of 2015.

The ACC sponsored a grand opening for the skate park on June 13, 2015. Skateboarding enthusiasts from all over the Miami Valley were in attendance. The event featured contests, demonstrations and instruction for all levels, and was additionally sponsored by 5 area skateboard companies.

The community has responded enthusiastically to the improvements. Once again, the skate park has become a lively point of activity for our community. Residents of all ages, and regional skateboarders utilize the facility from dawn to dusk. The park has been well maintained and many volunteers have shown their respect and appreciation, by helping with ongoing clean up and general maintenance of the facility.

Skate Park Phase Two

Fundraising initiatives are underway for Phase Two, which will complete master plan. The subcommittee is continuing to partner with community members to pursue grants and initiate fundraising activities to complete Phase Two.

Yellow Springs Musicians Agreement

The standards of consideration in this agreement promote our creative community and respect the personal space of villagers and visitors so that everyone can enjoy the downtown. Busking is an enjoyable aspect of the Yellow Springs Experience that complements business and social activities. The Village wants to provide opportunities for buskers to perform. Maintaining a high quality of life is our primary goal, and this agreement is designed to support respect for all who visit, live and work in downtown Yellow Springs.

If this agreement is not respected by performers, participants, spectators and/or business owners, further action can be taken in accordance with local ordinances.

Being considerate and respectful means:

  • Not interrupting a busker in the middle of a number.
  • Being professional and courteous when speaking to each other and not resorting to shouting, threatening or intimidating.
  • Abiding by the recommendations of the police or mediator in the event of a dispute.
  • Performing at a sufficient distance from other buskers (approximately 100 feet).
  • Taking a 60-minute break or moving to another street after performing for one hour.
  • Allowing other buskers to take advantage of prime downtown locations by only performing at the same location twice in one day.
  • Not obstructing foot traffic, business entrances and public seating.
  • Not interfering with the music/ambiance of downtown shops.
  • Complying with Yellow Springs ordinances, which strive to control loud/annoying noise levels and discourage amplification.

Contact the Village of Yellow Springs at 937-767-7206 or info@yso.com with any questions.

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William Randolph               03/06/19

Patricia Dewees                 07/05/18

Kate Hamilton                    07/05/18

John Hempfling                  07/05/18

Ellis Jacobs                        07/05/18

Steve McQueen                  07/05/18

Al Schlueter, Alternate        07/05/18

David Turner, Alternate       07/05/18

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