Community Events

Upcoming Ballot Issues for Middleton Township

Road District Renewal

  • Renewal of two mills for three years
  • Not a new tax
  • Estimated annual collection $446,000
  • For the purpose of general construction, reconstruction, resurfacing and repair of streets, roads and bridges

Special EMS Levy Renewal

  • Renewal of five mills for five years
  • Not a new tax
  • Estimated annual collection $972,000
  • For the purpose of providing, maintaining and operating ambulance service and emergency medical services

Proposed Electric Aggregation

FAQ available here

  • A majority affirmative vote required
  • Provides authority for Middleton Township to aggregate the retail electric load
  • Enter into services agreements to facilitate for those loads the sale and purchase of electricity
  • Occurs automatically unless any user elects to opt out

Wood Soil & Water Conservation District Hosting Election and Open House

Download the invitation flyer here.

The Wood Soil & Water Conservation District is hosting an election and open house on Wednesday, September 13, 2023, from Noon – 6 PM. This is event is free and open to the community. Mark your calendar to visit the district office to meet the Wood Soil & Water Conservation District supervisors and staff learn what the district has to offer to the community.

Community Safety Day Slated for September 16

Click here to download our Safety Day flyer!

Join us on Saturday, September 16 from 10 am to 2 pm at the township administrative complex on Dixie Highway for Middleton Township Community Safety Day. This fun and educational event is designed for the whole family and is an outstanding opportunity to see your township first responders in action as they demonstrate the expertise, equipment and procedures used to save lives and protect property.

Other planned highlights include the landing and takeoff of ProMedica and Mercy Life Flight Air ambulances, extrication demonstrations, vehicles on display and demonstrations from county and state law enforcement, along with a live wire electrical safety demonstration.  There are many planned hands-on activities for kids of all ages and a food truck will be on site.

See You at the Fair!

If you’re attending the Wood County Fair on Monday, July 31, stop by the Wood County Township Association rest shelter from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for a meet and greet with your Middleton Township representatives. Whether you’re a long-time resident, new to the area or just looking for a quick break in the action, we welcome the opportunity to introduce ourselves. And on Friday, August 4, the Middletown Township Fire Department will be on hand all day at the fair to provide service in the event of an emergency. Be sure to say hi to your firefighters and get an up-close look at the trucks and equipment. MTFD personnel and vehicles will be staged in the depot area of the fairgrounds near the north side of the track.

The 2023 Wood County Fair runs from July 30 through August 6.

Annual Chicken BBQ

The Annual Chicken BBQ, hosted by the Middleton Township Firefighter’s Association has been set for Saturday, July 22.

There will be dine-in and carry-out service available beginning at 4:30 p.m. until gone!

Don’t miss out on this annual event!

Click here to download the flyer for more info.

Thank You for Making Community Safety Day a Success!

A big shout out to our residents and other visitors, exhibitors, township staff and volunteers for making this year’s Middleton Township Community Safety Day a rousing success! We enjoyed gorgeous weather and record attendance as participants experienced life-saving demonstrations by dedicated members of your Middleton Township fire and EMS departments and engaged with local first-response, law enforcement, emergency management, wellness and municipal power professionals and many other exhibitors. Plus, there was plenty of fun for children of all ages in the form of interactive displays and demonstrations, bounce houses, face painting and other kid-friendly activities. Be sure to mark your calendars for September 16, 2023, and plan to join us next year!

Township Community Safety Day Slated for September 17

Click here to download our Safety Day flyer!

Join us on Saturday, September 17 from 10 am to 2 pm at the township administrative complex on Dixie Highway for Middleton Township Community Safety Day. This fun and educational event is designed for the whole family and is an outstanding opportunity to see your township first responders in action as they demonstrate the expertise, equipment and procedures used to save lives and protect property.

Other planned highlights include the landing and takeoff of a ProMedica Air ambulance, extrication demonstrations, vehicles on display and demonstrations from county and state law enforcement, along with an entertaining and informational live wire electrical safety demonstration.  There are many planned hands-on activities for kids of all ages and a food truck will be on site.

Memorial Day Service

Memorial Day Service

New Belleville Ridge Cemetery, Dowling

May 30, 9:00 a.m.

Colors presented by Troy-Webster Legion

Rev. Bob Noble, Dowling Evangelical Church  guest speaker

Wreaths Across America Cleanup

New Belleville Ridge Joint Cemetery  – Saturday, Feb. 19 at 9:00 am.

Questions? Please contact Laurie Limes at 419-352-1480 or by email fiscalofficer@middletontownship.com.

Wreaths Across American Sponsorship Information

Fundraising efforts are still on-going through November 30.

Download this PDF for more information.