Dog Park Tree Planting Plan - Feedback Needed
The Park Commission is applying for a grant to provide additional shade trees in the Rovers Run Dog Park. We are asking for feedback from the community as part of the grant application. The proposed tree planting plan can be viewed here. Please send feedback to zoning@rootstowntwp.com prior to the grant application deadline on Monday, September 1st.
Zoning Board of Appeals
Due to inactivity the regular meeting of the ROOTSTOWN ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS on Tuesday, September 2, 2025 at 6:30 P.M. has been cancelled.
Jordan Michael, Zoning Assistant
By Order of the ROOTSTOWN ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
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 three alternates. The Park Commission serves as an advisory board, appointed by the Township Trustees to provide recommendations for the community park. 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.
