08/14/2026
Nominations Now Open, Join the OCI Board!
Ohio City Incorporated is a resident-driven organization. Most of our Board of Trustees is elected by neighborhood residents, giving you the opportunity to vote or run for a seat.
Serving on the board allows residents to influence decisions on community development, housing, small business support, equity, public space, and more. By electing leaders who reflect the values of Ohio City, we keep our work grounded in the needs of those who live here.
Why run for the board?
• Advocate for your neighbors
• Bring your lived experience to the table
• Shape the neighborhood’s future
• Connect with community stakeholders and initiatives
2026 Board Election Timeline
• Aug 14 – Nominations open
• Sept 13 – Candidate applications due
• Sept 23 – Annual Meeting: meet the candidates & the strategic plan presentation
• Oct 27 – Annual Board Election
• Nov 18– New Trustees officially seated
To run or vote, you must be a member of Ohio City Incorporated and a resident of the neighborhood. Membership is free and open to all adult residents of Ohio City.
For more information and application, visit the link in our bio or visit ohiocity.org