Celina · week of October 4, 2026
Council approves CEDC President's Performance Metrics, 5–0
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What changed in Celina
CEDC President's Performance Metrics
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Watch this moment →Economic Development Performance Agreement with CJS Family Properties LLC
5 yes, 0 no
Watch this moment →Appointment of CEDC Board Chair
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Watch this moment →Appointment of CEDC Board Vice Chair
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Watch this moment →Appointment of CEDC Board Secretary
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Watch this moment →Appointment of CEDC Board Treasurer
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Watch this moment →August 4th Regular EDC Board Meeting Minutes
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Watch this moment →September 1st Regular EDC Board Meeting Minutes
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Watch this moment →August 4th Meeting Minutes
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Watch this moment →September 1st Meeting Minutes
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Development activity
CJS Family Properties Renovation Project
139 N. Ohio Street
Renovation and remodel of the former lodge building into a two-story retail and office facility with elevator and fire sprinkler installation.
approved (5-0) · pending → approved
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Also discussed
Downtown Square Redevelopment
CJS Family Properties is renovating the former lodge building into a two-story retail and office facility with financial backing from the city and EDC.
What it means: The city and EDC will each provide a $75,000 reimbursement grant paid out over a two-year period following certificate of occupancy.
Raised 2 times this week
Follow this issue →Willock Master Plan
The city is moving forward with a flexible master plan for the 32-acre Willick site near downtown, featuring a boutique hotel, event center, restaurants, and preserved creek corridors along Doe Branch Creek.
What it means: Estimated full build-out could generate around $1.8 million in revenue from hotels, sales tax, and property tax.
Raised 2 times this week
Follow this issue →FY 2026 Public Art Annual Plan
The board is reviewing its master plan and upcoming art projects to shape the aesthetic and cultural landscape of Celina. These initiatives guide how public art is funded, selected, and integrated into community spaces.
What it means: Celina residents and local artists who will engage with expanded public art installations and community cultural events.
Follow this issue →Celina Connection Initiative
Staff proposed a new partnership program to streamline sponsorships, community outreach, and business engagement across city departments and the EDC.
What it means: Local businesses and community organizations seeking clearer ways to partner with the city.
Follow this issue →City Boards and Commissions Appointments and Policy Review
New and returning board members will receive orientation and training from the City Secretary's Office alongside an update on city park operations.
What it means: Celina residents who utilize public parks and recreation facilities.
Follow this issue →Library Board Leadership
The Library Board will receive governance and procedural training from the City Secretary's Office alongside routine monthly updates from library staff and the Friends of the Library.
What it means: Library board members and city residents receiving well-managed library services.
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What's coming, and the deadline
City Council · Tuesday, October 13
Read the agenda →Planning Commission · Thursday, October 15
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