Stark County Drainage Task Force

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June 15, 2004
February 25, 2004 - Drainage Symposium

Goals and Objectives

  • Categorize drainage problems and create a list of short-term and long-term projects in both municipal and township areas.
  • Review current municipal and county regulations, address jurisdiction issues, and create uniformity of regulations throughout Stark County.
  • Create opportunities for public input throughout the planning process and explain to the public the pros and cons of various solutions.
  • Educate Stark County citizens about watersheds and increase awareness of proper environmental/water management.
  • Identify possible funding options and create criteria which promotes equitable resolution of drainage problems.

Task Force History

During the summer and fall of 2003, many developed areas of Stark County were impacted by flooding dually caused by above average rainfall, a rapid increase of impervious area due to development, and an inadequate, aging drainage system.  Citizens and government officials took heed that the county and its municipalities lacked an organized plan to remedy the situation.

On September 18, 2003, the first Drainage Symposium meeting was held at Stark Park’s Sippo Lake Clubhouse.  Invited to the meeting were representatives from all of Stark County's cities, townships, villages, and county-wide agencies and organizations.  As a result of this first meeting, a primary Task Force, a Steering Committee, and four subcommittees were formed. 

The four subcommittees are Problem Identification, Education, Regulations, and Business Plan.  Each subcommittee has met several times since September 2003, and you can view the results of each meeting in the Meetings & Minutes section. 

Stark County Watersheds

A watershed is simply an area drained by a river.  Although most people are not familiar with the name of the watershed they live in, the combined actions of everyone in a watershed affects its overall health.  There are six different watersheds in Stark County.  Which one are you in?  Click on the map below to find out. 

map of Stark County watersheds

Download a printable map of watersheds in Stark County (PDF).