Village of Plain City, Ohio

06/18/2026

💦 The Splash Pad at Public Square is taking shape this summer in anticipation for an August grand opening! 👏

This week marks one year since we dedicated The Depot at Public Square, and the transformation continues at Plain City's new community hub. Crews have been hard at work constructing the new splash pad, and exciting progress is happening every day at 134 Church Street in Uptown Plain City.

✅ The Plain City archway has been installed.
🌊 Concrete was poured this week and will soon feature a painted compass design at the splash pad.
🚂 The restored Chessie caboose is in place and the parking lot where it sits will host Plain City Farmers Markets on Thursdays this summer.
🌿 Landscaping improvements are underway.

The splash pad will feature a unique circular compass design with 12 fountains and interactive water features, along with a brick seating wall, artificial turf area, and accessible walking paths. The concrete surface is scheduled to be painted in early July, with curing and final site work continuing throughout the summer. If construction remains on schedule, we anticipate opening the splash pad to the public in August.

As we invest in new community gathering spaces while preserving our local history, it's especially meaningful to do so during America's 250th year. As an officially designated America 250-Ohio community, Plain City is proud to reflect the spirit of growth, preservation, and hometown pride that has defined communities like ours for generations.

Special thanks to local contractor Outdoor FX for bringing the splash pad to life and to Village staff and partners who helped make it happen. A special thank you as well to KR Designs for the signature archway, a welcoming centerpiece for the new Public Square splash pad.

👉 More on the Public Square project: https://www.plaincityohio.gov/residents/public-square.php

06/18/2026

🌽 Think you can grow the biggest, tallest, or most beautiful corn in Plain City?🌾

Put your green thumb to the test in our Corn Growing Competition! This fun contest is part of the Plain City Corn Carnival that will take place in Uptown Plain City on Saturday, September 12, 2026.

✅ It's not too late to get started—corn planted in June can still produce impressive stalks and ears by September with the right care and growing conditions.

Pick up free corn seed! To help residents get started, free corn seed packets are available at the Plain City Municipal Building during regular business hours.

Prizes will be awarded in the following categories:
🌽 Tallest Corn Stalk
🌽 Largest Ear of Corn
🌽 Best Corn-Themed Landscape Display

The Best Corn-Themed Landscape Display category will be judged at participating homes during the week leading up to the Corn Carnival. Participants will be asked to register their address for judging by emailing [email protected].

For the Tallest Corn Stalk and Largest Ear of Corn categories, entries must be brought to the Corn Carnival on Saturday, September 12. Corn stalks and ears must be delivered to the Main Stage area no later than 12:00 PM to be eligible for judging and prizes.

🌱 Corn Planting Tips
󠁯•󠁏 Plant corn in a location that receives full sun and has rich, well-draining soil.
󠁯•󠁏 Plant 2–3 seeds per hole, spaced 8–12 inches apart, and 1–2 inches deep.
󠁯•󠁏 Water regularly, especially during hot and dry weather.

🧑‍🌾 Whether you're a seasoned gardener or planting corn for the very first time, this is a fun way to celebrate Plain City's agricultural roots and be part of our community's America 250 festivities.

Pick up your free seeds, start growing, and we'll see you at the Corn Carnival!

👉 Learn more about the Plain City Corn Carnival: https://www.plaincityohio.gov/residents/corncarnival2026.php

06/17/2026

⚠️ Severe Weather Expected Tonight. Be Prepared, Plain City! 🌧️

Showers and thunderstorms are expected to develop late this afternoon and continue through the evening and overnight hours. Some storms may become strong to severe, with damaging winds as the primary threat.

🌩️ Severe storms possible this evening into the overnight hours.
💨 Gusty winds expected outside of thunderstorms tonight and Thursday.
🌧️ Flash flooding may occur in some areas.
⚡ Stay weather aware and have multiple ways to receive emergency alerts.

📱 Stay Ahead of the Storm with the Plain City App: Receive live weather alerts and notifications powered by the National Weather Service directly on your phone. Download the Plain City app today to stay informed before, during, and after severe weather.

🍎 App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/developer/village-of-plain-city/id1466306339
🤖 Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ocv.plainohpd&hl=en_GB

Due to the forecast, tonight's mosquito fogging has been canceled. Fogging operations will resume on the next scheduled date, Wednesday, July 1. 🦟

Please use caution if traveling this evening and secure any loose outdoor items ahead of the storms.

06/17/2026

🛴🚲 Hey, Plain City! We know E-Bikes and E-Scooters are becoming increasingly popular. Here are some friendly reminders and a preview of what's to come regarding future rules and regulations. 🛣️

Plain City Village Council is currently reviewing potential updates to local regulations related to e-bikes, e-scooters, and other micromobility devices. While Ohio Revised Code addresses bicycles and certain classes of e-bikes, there are gaps when it comes to newer devices like electric scooters. In the coming months, Council will consider potential code updates focused on safety, speed limits, sidewalk use, helmet requirements, and other regulations designed to keep everyone safe.

In the meantime, all riders should follow the same common-sense rules that help keep our streets and pathways safe every day:
🚦 Obey traffic laws and signs.
🚶‍♀️ Yield to pedestrians at all times.
⚡ Ride at safe speeds for conditions.
💡 Use lights and reflectors when riding at night.
🪖 Wear a helmet every ride.

Parents should also know that the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children under 16 years old should not operate electric scooters. If your child rides an e-bike or scooter, please make sure they wear a helmet, understand the rules of the road, and practice safe riding before traveling on busier streets.

It's easy to think of e-scooters as toys, but they are vehicles capable of speeds up to 20 mph. Recent studies have shown a significant increase in e-scooter injuries nationwide, with head injuries among the most common outcomes when helmets are not worn.

🚲 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗘-𝗕𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗱𝗼𝘄𝗻
Class 1 (Pedal-Assist): Max 20 mph. Allowed on streets and most shared paths.
Class 2 (Throttle/Pedal): Max 20 mph. Allowed on streets and most shared paths.
Class 3 (High-Speed): Max 28 mph. Must be 16+. Meant for roadways (usually banned on trails).

🛴 𝗦𝗰𝗼𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀, 𝗦𝗸𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗯𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗛𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗯𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀
E-Scooters: Follow the same rules as bicycles. Use lights at night and always wear a helmet!
E-Skateboards / Hoverboards: Watch your speed in crowded areas. Parents, please supervise younger riders closely.

🏍️ 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶 𝗠𝗼𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗰𝘆𝗰𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝘁 𝗕𝗶𝗸𝗲𝘀
Not allowed on sidewalks, parks, trails, or shared-use paths. They must comply with local vehicle laws and only be ridden where legally permitted.

Whether you're walking, driving, biking, or riding an e-scooter, safety is a shared responsibility. By following the rules of the road and looking out for one another, we can keep Plain City safe for everyone.

06/15/2026

🚚 We had a truckload of fun at Plain City Touch-A-Truck last Friday! From honking horns and climbing aboard big rigs to meeting the people who help build, protect, and serve our community, it was a night to remember. 🚓🚒🚜

Hundreds of families packed Pastime Park to explore fire trucks, police cruisers, construction equipment, utility vehicles, school buses, and more at one of Plain City’s favorite summer traditions.

👏 A huge thank you to all of our participating organizations, food vendors, volunteers, and sponsors who helped make this event possible. Special thanks to Renewal by Andersen of Columbus and Osborn Engineering for supporting this year’s Touch-A-Truck!

📸 Did you attend? Comment with your favorite pictures from the event.

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06/10/2026

🚚 THIS FRIDAY! Plain City Touch-A-Truck is back from 5-8 PM at Pastime Park. Bring the whole family, we can't wait to see you there! 🚒

06/09/2026

✨ Please join us in welcoming Emily Shoup to the Village of Plain City team as our Summer Development Intern!

Emily is pursuing her Master's degree in Urban and Regional Planning at Virginia Tech, having already completed her undergraduate degrees in Smart and Sustainable Cities and Economics. She comes to the Village through the Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission (MORPC) summer internship program.

✅ Over the next few months, Emily will assist with a variety of development-related projects, including an Uptown parking inventory and occupancy study to identify opportunities to maximize parking usage and support future Uptown development. She will also contribute to additional projects that benefit Village residents and local businesses.

Emily lives with her family in Hilliard and is excited to spend the summer working close to home. We’re thrilled to have her on board and look forward to the work she’ll accomplish with the Village and the Plain City community! 👏

06/08/2026

✨ Plain City Village Council meets tonight, June 8, at the Municipal Building for its regular meeting beginning at 6:30 p.m.

📄Want to see what’s on the agenda? View tonight’s packet here:
https://www.plaincityohio.gov/government/council_agendas___minutes.php

🗣️ Residents who would like to speak during the meeting are welcome to sign in with the Clerk of Council before the meeting begins.

📺 Can’t make it in person? Watch the meeting live on YouTube at 6:30 p.m.:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLpsiFxalUin5CNPZxUcaSA

We appreciate your involvement and interest in our community! ✨

06/05/2026

✨ America’s 250th Birthday Celebration is Almost Here, Plain City! ✨

The countdown is on for an unforgettable Plain City 4th of July Celebration on Saturday, July 4, 2026. Join us for a full day of hometown pride, family fun, live entertainment, and a spectacular fireworks finale at Pastime Park! 🎇

𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲
🌽 Farmers Market: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
🎉 Parade: 10:00 AM
🎪 Pastime Park Activities: 12:00 PM
🎶 DJ & Live Music: 12:00 PM onward
⭐ Lee Gantt (Main Stage): 7:30 – 9:45 PM
🎇 Fireworks: 9:45 PM

Parade lineup begins at 8:30 AM in Pastime Park with the parade traveling through GoUptown Plain City beginning at 10:00 AM.

👉 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B044CA8A82CA4F94-64027288-2026 #/

Enjoy food trucks, free kids activities, bounce houses, obstacle courses, games, and family fun throughout the day before ending the celebration with a spectacular fireworks finale over the Pastime Park ballfields at 9:45 PM.

🚗 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝘀𝗵𝘂𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗱𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀: https://www.plaincityohio.gov/government/parks___recreation/independence_day.php

𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘀:
💎 Ohio Ready Mix
🪙 Renewal by Andersen of Columbus
🩶 G&J Pepsi | Civista Bank

Don’t miss this historic celebration of America’s 250th birthday, right here in Plain City!