Episode
HBAC #145: Three MC's
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- The Hilliard Beacon Podcast
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- Mar 18, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 3444
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Summary
Kevin Corvo leads the first segment with an update on the Norwich Township trustee appointment process. The position drew 13 candidates and was very fast moving. Looking forward and back this conversation took place a few days before the interviews and we now know their outcome . Corvo highlights the importance of the appointment, since (Barker) will serve for nearly two years. He also notes that this moment marks a shift from the past, when trustees often held their positions for decades. With new leadership coming in, the township faces major decisions as it deals with development pressure and regional planning issues like the Big Darby Accord. Jordan then shifts to a report from the Hilliard Housing Commission meeting (Mar. 5), offering a closer look at how the city is planning for growth. The commission is currently working through its strategy phase, reviewing possible zoning updates in areas like the I-270 corridor, Cemetery Road, Retired Rail Corridor and Old Hilliard. While the proposals allow for more housing types and greater density, Jordan notes that some officials pointed out these options have technically existed for years without being widely used. The main issue is not just zoning rules but how to turn those rules into real projects. He suggests the city needs stronger partnerships with builders and financing groups, along with clear, repeatable models for development. Topics like accessory dwelling units, backyard building, and land trust models were discussed as possible / popular paths forward. Tim leads the third segment with a report from the AEP, Bloom Energy, and Amazon fuel cell meeting held at The Well . (Click image to read a full story in the Ohio Capital Journal) Attendees moved between information stations instead of watching a formal, unif…