Vera Hamrick's 100th Birthday
Rootstown Township is celebrating the birthday of resident Vera Hamrick, who is turning 100 years old on July 8th. Please help us reach our goal for Vera to receive 100 birthday cards. Community members are encouraged to participate by sending a card. Cards can be mailed to: Vera Hamrick, 4263 Sabin Drive, Apt. 7, Rootstown, OH 44272.
Zoning Commission
The Rootstown Township Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing at the Rootstown Town Hall, 3988 St. Rt. 44, Rootstown OH on Tuesday July 15th, 2025 at 7:00 PM. Any person interested will be afforded the opportunity to be heard on the following:
Zoning Amendment 2025-006
- Section 340.02 – Use Regulations, Lake Districts
- Section 340.09 C – Maximum Floor Area of Accessory Buildings and Structures, Lake Districts
- Section 150.02 B – Definitions
The proposed zoning amendments can be read in full here. After the conclusion of the hearing, the matter will be submitted to the Board of Township Trustees for its action.
Jordan Michael, Zoning Commission Secretary
By Order of the ROOTSTOWN TWP. ZONING COMMISSION
Township Trustees
The Rootstown Township Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing for proposed zoning amendments at the Rootstown Town Hall, 3988 St. Rt. 44, Rootstown OH on Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025 at 5:40 PM. Any person interested will be afforded the opportunity to be heard on the following:
Zoning Amendment 2025-004
- Section 360.03 D – Minimum Project Area (Planned Commercial Developments)
- Section 620.06 – Development Plan Review Procedures
- Section 630.03 – Submission of Application (Conditional Zoning Certificates)
- Section 630.07 – Public Hearing and Notice by Board of Zoning Appeals (Conditional Zoning Certificates)
- Section 640.03 – Public Hearing by the Board (Appeals and Variances)
- Section 660.03 B – Application Requirements for Map Amendments
- Section 660.03 F – Public Hearing and Notice by Zoning Commission
- Section 660.03 G – Notice to Property Owners
- Section 660.03 I – Public Hearing and Notice by Trustees
- Section 660.07 – Zoning Amendment Tracking Form
- Section 150.02 B – Definitions
- Section 370.03 D – Schedule of Permitted Uses, Industrial Districts
The proposed zoning amendments can be read in full here. Additional information is available for public examination at the Rootstown Twp. Zoning Office.
Jordan Michael
Zoning Assistant
Openings for Zoning Board of Appeals & Park Commission
Openings are available on two township boards:
The Zoning Board of Appeals has an opening for an alternate member position. The Zoning Board of Appeals is a quasi-judicial board that reviews applications for variances and Conditional Use Permits. Alternates serve one-year terms which may be renewed each year.
The Park Commission has openings for one member and three alternates. The Park Commission serves as an advisory board, appointed by the Township Trustees to provide recommendations for the community park. The member opening is for a partial term expiring Dec. 31, 2025. Alternates serve one-year terms which may be renewed each year.
These are volunteer positions and not paid employment. You must be a resident of Rootstown Township, and must be available to attend meetings on the 1st Tuesday of the month at 6:30 PM (for Zoning Board of Appeals) or the 2nd Thursday of the month at 6 PM (for Park Commission). If you are interested, please send a letter of interest to zoning@rootstowntwp.com.
Annual Financial Report
The Rootstown Township Financial Report for the fiscal year ending 2024 has been filed with the Auditor of State. A copy of the report is available for review in the office of the Fiscal Officer by appointment only.
Portage County Health District Assistance
The Portage County Health District is offering financial assistance to low or moderate-income families for the repair or replacement of home sewage treatment systems. To learn more about how they can assist, call
330-296-9919 or visit www.portagehealth.net.
Welcome to Rootstown Township's Web Site
Rootstown Township was founded in 1802 and is located in Portage County. Rootstown provides a mixture of living environments, shopping and restaurants while still maintaining its small town character. It is also home to the Northeast Ohio Medical University. With easy access off I76, it is a desirable place for its residents to live and work.
We hope you visit our website often to keep informed of activities and notices listed above that affect the residents of Rootstown. We always welcome your comments and suggestions to make this website useful and informative to all the residents of Rootstown.
