The City Clerk and City Council receive many calls and requests for information.  In our "Frequently Asked Questions" documents, we answer some of the more common questions.

What are FAQ's ?

FAQ's are Frequently Asked Questions about a subject of common interest. This FAQ document is designed to answer questions which are asked by many people.   

Q.  What is the Municipal Court phone number? 
A:
   The number is 419-468-6819.  The hours of operation are 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

 

Q: When and where does the City Council meet?
A:
The City Council meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 7:00 P.M. in the Galion City Building, 301 Harding Way E., Galion, OH  44833

 

Q: How can I contact a member of the City Council?
A:
Call the Galion City Building at 419-468-1857 for information on how to contact a member.

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Q: How many commissions and boards are there?
A:
Airport Commission
    Board of Health
    Board of Zoning
   
Civil Service Commission
    Design Review Board
    Planning and Zoning Commission
    Tree Commission

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Q: How do I register to Vote?
A: 
Register at Bureau of Motor Vehicles Deputy Registrar  419-468-6336.

 

Q: How can I get information regarding titles and ownership of property?

A:  www.crawford-co.org

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Q: How do I contact unemployment services?
A:
Ohio Bureau of Employment Services
     Mansfield Office:  419-524-4511
     Marion:  740-382-1115
     You may contact either office

 

Q. How do I rent a park shelter?
A:
  Reserve a shelter by calling 419-468-1857 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

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Q: How do I report high weeds?
A:
 Call Galion Health Dept at 419-468-1075

 

Q:  How do I report junk cars?
A:
  Call the police station at 419-468-9111

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Q:  How do I report a pothole in the street? 
A:
  Call the Street Division at 419-468-2818 between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.    After these hours call the Galion Police Dept. at 419-468-9111.

 

Q.  How do I report a street or traffic light not working?   
A:
  Call Electric Line Division at 419-468-5520 between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.  After these hours call the Galion Police Dept. at 419-468-9111.

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Q.  What are the park swimming pool hours?
A:
  Monday - Saturday: 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. and 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.  
     Sunday: 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.

 

Q:  What days are the Taylor Road Dump opened?
A:
  They are opened the 3rd Friday and Saturday of each month, March through November.

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Q:  Who do I call to report tree limbs interfering with electric lines?
A:
  Call the Electric Line Division at 419-468-5520 between the hours of 7:00 a.m.  - 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

 

Q:  Who do I call to report problems with water in the basement or sewer problems? 
A:
  Call the Water & Sewer Division at 419-468-5010 between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.  After these hours call the Galion Police Dept. at 419-468-9111.

 

Q:  How can I get victims assistance?
A:
  Call the Galion Police Department at 419-468-9111 or 419-462-2013

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Q:  Where can I get updated information on local road closings or construction information?
A:
  Refer to the Crawford County Garage ODOT web page.

 

Q:  How do I arrange for a meter to be removed if I am replacing my siding?
A:
  Do not remove the meter yourself.  Call the Electric Line Division at 419-468-5520 between the hours of 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

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Q:  What do I have to do before I upgrade my electric service?
A:
  Be sure to call the Electric Line Division at 419-468-5520 between the hours of 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday before any changes are made to your service.  See also the guidelines on this website. 

 

See also these Frequently Asked Question Pages:
Police Department FAQ

Income Tax Questions

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