As we experience the shifting pace of life here in Hilliard we give consideration to the pressing issues of the day and the pacing issues that will determine our shared future. The last few weeks have provided example after example of that kaleidoscopic effect; whether it be another historic snowfall for Ohioans, a new school groundbreaking or iterating a twenty-five year housing plan. This week Jordan, Tim and Kevin do their best to catch back up!

Discussion Outline

* Historic snowfall and extended school cancellations

* Dedication of the new land trust home at 3474 Bryant

Hilliard’s Housing Steering Committee’s most recent meeting (2/5)

* City manager selection of Josh Rauch (Riverside)

Structure and contract details of the new city manager

* Hilliard Development Corporation (HDC) meeting observations

Innovation grants and tech-forward development strategy

Hotel bed tax allocation and long-term ROI questions

* Beacon Elementary groundbreaking and demolition of the legacy building

* Amazon data center fuel cell meeting (March 5 at The Well)

Hydrogen, frack gas, and on-site generation concerns

* Warehouse / Studio fire response and first responder performance

Nearly 3 years into our existence as the Hilliard Beacon the city Kevin reported on for decades has changed considerably, but it has always been changing.By 2050, the physical form of Hilliard will reflect choices being debated today - about land, ownership structures, density, capital flows, and energy.

The Beacon continues to document not just what is happening but what kind of city is being constructed in the process.

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