MAYOR'S OFFICE

In late 2024, the City launched Our Gahanna, a strategic planning process that will help guide the direction of Gahanna. The first round of community engagement is underway, in an effort to build on what makes Gahanna special and ensure that it remains a vibrant and thriving community for generations to come. We need you to bring your ideas and insights!

Throughout January, city staff and the 30-person Steering Committee will be facilitating Table Talks, a series of small group conversations. In addition, four (4) open-invitation Table Talks will be hosted for the community in general in January. A Steering Committee member may invite you to participate in a small group Table Talk, or you may participate in a general community discussion. All Table Talks will follow the same format, so choose the option that works best for you! The open-invitation Table Talks will take place at the following times:

Tuesday, January 7 (3 p.m.)
Thursday, January 16 (11 a.m.)
Saturday, January 25 (9 a.m.)
Wednesday, January 29 (6 p.m.)

All four Table Talks will be held at the Gahanna Municipal Golf Course Clubhouse (220 Olde Ridenour Road). Spots are limited, so please register online at OurGahanna.com.

If you are unable to join us in person, you can participate via an online survey available at OurGahanna.com.

GAHANNA ENERGY PLUS

Gahanna Energy Plus, the City’s community choice energy aggregation program, went into effect in December 2024. Through this program, the City secured a fixed rate of 6.445 cents per kilowatt hour for green energy through June 2025. As of January 1, 2025, AEP Ohio's Standard Rate to Compare for the first quarter of 2025 is 7.78 cents per kilowatt hour.

Residents and small businesses that wish to enroll in Gahanna Energy Plus can call Customer Care at (877) 648-1937. More details on Gahanna Energy Plus, including current rates, frequently asked questions, presentation materials, and customer service contacts for opting in/out, etc., can be found at Gahanna.gov/CCA.

PUBLIC SERVICE

2025 Utility Rates

In 2025, Gahanna's utility rates will stay competitive within the region, remaining mid-range compared to neighboring communities. The City has implemented a 4.5% overall utility rate increase this year, which equates to an average increase of $4.97 per month for households using 4,000 gallons of water per month. The utility rates include charges for water, stormwater, sewer, and garbage/trash pickup and recycling. A breakdown of key changes in the utility rates for 2025 is included below.

Water Rates: Gahanna has not implemented any increase for operational or capital rates for water in 2025. At the same time, the City of Columbus has expanded its low-income discount to 25%, with increased eligibility. This means that more residents (including Gahanna residents) are eligible to participate at a greater discount. More information can be found HERE.

Sanitary Sewer Rates: The operational rate increased to $10.28/1,000 gallons from $9.18/1,000 gallons. There was no increase to the capital rate.

Stormwater Rate: The rate increased from $4.72 to $5.14 per residential unit, per month.

Garbage/Recycling Collections: There is no rate increase for services in 2025.

For more information on utility rates in the City of Gahanna, please click HERE.

Christmas Tree Disposal

With the holiday season behind us, you may be wondering what to do with your tree. After removing your decorations, leave your tree at your curb on your normal trash collection day, and Local Waste will collect it. Please note that any tree over 5’ must be cut in half for Local Waste to be able to take it.

HUMAN RESOURCES

Winter is officially here, but summer is already on our minds! If you, your child, or someone you know is looking for a summer job, we are now hiring camp counselors, lifeguards, events and paddle boats staff, and for several other seasonal positions. For more information or to apply now, click HERE.

PARKS & RECREATION

Did you know that in addition to this newsletter, there is a monthly Parks & Recreation Newsletter? You can sign up to receive news from the Parks & Recreation Department directly in your inbox by visiting Gahanna.gov, clicking on “Subscribe,” and following the prompts. You can also learn more about upcoming events by checking out the latest Explore Guide HERE.

Pool and Golf Course Memberships

Now is the time to purchase your 2025 pool membership! Purchase a membership now through Wednesday, April 30 to receive a 10% discount. Memberships can be purchased online HERE or by visiting the Utility Billing Desk at Gahanna City Hall between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Golf memberships are on sale as well and are valid for one year from the date of purchase. Click HERE to buy yours today!

DOG LICENSE RENEWAL

Our partners with the Franklin County Auditor’s Office have asked us to share that dog owners can purchase their 2025 licenses without penalty now through Friday, January 31. Dog licenses are available to purchase online HERE or at the Auditor’s Office license counter at 373 S. High St., 21st Floor, in downtown Columbus. The counter is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. In addition to being required by state law, dog licensing ensures that a dog has been vaccinated against rabies, which is required in Franklin County. It also ensures that any lost dog is quickly returned to their owners. License fees help support the Franklin County Dog Shelter and Adoption Center.

MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY

In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day and the National Day of Service, City Hall will be closed on Monday, January 20. City Council will hold its Regular Meeting at 7 p.m., on Tuesday, January 21, in Council Chambers. Trash collection will not be impacted by the holiday.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Tuesday, January 7 (3 p.m.)
Thursday, January 16 (11 a.m.)
Saturday, January 25 (9 a.m.)
Wednesday, January 29 (6 p.m.)
OUR GAHANNA TABLE TALK CONVERSATIONS
Gahanna Municipal Golf Course (220 Olde Ridenour Road)

The City of Gahanna needs you to bring your ideas and insight! The first round of community engagement has been launched for Our Gahanna, a strategic plan process for the City of Gahanna. This is an effort to build on what makes Gahanna special, ensuring it remains a vibrant and thriving community for generations to come. City of Gahanna staff and the 30-person Steering Committee will be facilitating Table Talks, a series of small group conversations, on the above dates and at the noted times. Learn more and register to participate at OurGahanna.com.

Thursday, January 16
GAHANNA AREA CHAMBER ANNUAL MEETING
The Peak at Edison (781 Science Boulevard), 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.

For registration information, go to https://Business.GahannaChamber.org/Events.

Thursday, March 27
STATE OF THE CITY
The Menlo (781 Science Boulevard)

Saturday, April 12
EGGS-HILARATING EGG HUNT
Hannah Park, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Monday, April 21 - Friday, April 25
FREE TREE GIVEAWAY
Gahanna City Hall, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Saturday, April 26
SHRED & E-RECYCLE EVENT
Gahanna City Hall, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Stay up to date on what is happening in the City by reading the latest edition of Uniquely Gahanna, which was mailed to your home and can be found HERE. The latest Explore Guide was also mailed to your home and can be read HERE.