Cybersecurity Compliance & ORC 9.64
As part of our ongoing commitment to responsible governance and public trust, the Board of Trustees is taking proactive steps to comply with a new state law—Ohio Revised Code Section 9.64—which goes into effect on September 30, 2025.
This law requires all Ohio townships to adopt a formal cybersecurity program to protect public data, systems, and services from cyber threats. It also sets clear rules for how we respond to ransomware attacks, including a requirement that no ransom can be paid unless the Board passes a resolution explaining why it’s in the public’s best interest.
The Township Trustees have prepared a resolution and are crafting a cybersecurity program that meets these requirements
The plan will include:
• Annual training for staff
• Threat detection and incident response protocols
• Coordination with state cybersecurity resources
• Transparent reporting procedures
We want residents to know: this is not just about compliance—it’s about protecting valuable data, services, and public trust in local government. We’ll continue to keep you informed as we implement the required safeguards.
“The Mantua Township Board of Trustees”
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Mantua Township Board of Zoning Appeals
Portage County, Ohio
Mantua Township Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on Monday, September 8, 2025 beginning at 6:30pm at the Mantua Township Hall located at the southeast corner of the intersection of St Rt 82 and Mantua Center Rd, Mantua, Ohio. The Board will review an Application for Area Variance for Ahmad and Kimberly Awada for property located at 12977 West Point Drive (permanent parcel no 23-005-00-00-036-009). They are requesting an 8ft side yard setback for the proposed building of a shed. The Board may also discuss other business that may arise. The public is invited.
By the order of Mantua Township Board of Zoning Appeals,
Mary Schaefer, Secretary
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The Mantua Township Trustees will hold a special meeting, 2:00 p.m., August 14, 2025, at the Mantua Township Town Hall 4122 SR 82, Mantua OH 44255 to open, discuss, and possibly approve submitted bids for remediation of Civic Center water damage. All sealed bids must be received by mail no later than August 13, 2025, addressed to PO Box 841, Mantua, OH 44255. Hand-delivered bids must be submitted by 2:00 PM that same day to 11621 Mantua Center Road, Mantua, Ohio 44255.
Bids will be opened and read aloud at the Special Meeting at 2:00 pm on August 14, 2025 at the Mantua Township Town Hall.
All bids shall remain valid for sixty (60) days following the bid opening. The Board of Trustees reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids and to waive any technicalities or informalities in the interest of Mantua Township.
The contract will be awarded on a Lowest and Best Bids basis, considering both bid price and contractor qualifications, and approval by the Township's insurance carrier.
The Public is welcome.
Julia A. Pemberton
Mantua Township Fiscal Officer
LEGAL NOTICE INVITATION TO BID - FLOOD DAMAGE MITIGATION
The Mantua Township Board of Trustees is accepting sealed bids for all labor, materials, and interior repair services required to remediate flood damage at the Mantua Township Civic Center, located at 4196 State Route 82, Mantua, Ohio 44255.
A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held on July 21, 2025 at 9:00 AM at the Mantua Township Town Hall, 4122 State Route 82, Mantua, OH. Bid packages will be available at the meeting and thereafter at the Township Office, 11621 Mantua Center Road, or by request at jfesta@mantuatownshipohio.gov or 330-274-4144.
All sealed bids must be received by mail no later than August 13, 2025, addressed to PO Box 841, Mantua, OH 44255. Hand-delivered bids must be submitted by 2:00 PM that same day to 11621 Mantua Center Road, Mantua, Ohio 44255.
Bids will be opened and read aloud at a Special Meeting at 2:00 pm on August 14, 2025 at the Mantua Township Town Hall.
All bids shall remain valid for sixty (60) days following the bid opening. The Board of Trustees reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids and to waive any technicalities or informalities in the interest of Mantua Township.
The contract will be awarded on a Lowest and Best Bids, considering both bid price and contractor qualifications.
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The Mantua Township Trustees will hold a special meeting, 2:00 p.m., July 24, 2025, at the Mantua Township Town Hall, 4122 SR 82, Mantua, OH 44255, to discuss the possible purchase of a new Columbarium for the township cemetery, and may include any other township business before the Trustees.
The Public is always welcome.
Julia A. Pemberton
Mantua Township Fiscal Officer
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The Mantua Township Trustees will hold a special meeting on Friday June 27th, at 2:00 pm. The meeting will be held at 4122 State Route 82, Mantua, Ohio 44255, to discuss the matter presented by the Portage County Prosecutor regarding Portage County Parks.
Trustees to enter the executive session in accordance with ORC 121.22 Public Meetings-exceptions-paragraph (G) section 2.
The Mantua Township Trustees are accepting letters of interest from Mantua Township residents interested in the positions Board of Zoning Appeals, Zoning Commission alternate members. Two alternates needed. For more information, please go to our website www.mantuatownshipohio.gov. Letters of interest can be sent to Mantua Township Fiscal Officer, Julia Pemberton, P.O. Box 841, Mantua, Ohio, 44255. or fiscalofficer@mantuatownshipohio.gov
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