Fostoria Splash Pad Project at Risk: Council Asked to Vote on March 18th

FOSTORIA – At the Fostoria City Council meeting held on March 4th, 2025, the mayor put forth a proposal requesting an additional $550,000 in funding for the Splash Pad Project from the City Council. Previously, the City had committed $100,000 to the project during the fundraising efforts of Fostoria Vision 2020.

The meeting began with a thorough discussion involving several council members, the director of finance, and the mayor himself. The director of finance pointed out that the city currently has funding plans for three projects, a rare situation for Fostoria.

Mayor Mennel emphasized the importance of proceeding with the project, highlighting that failing to do so would result in the loss of nearly $600,000 in grant funds. A crucial decision regarding the project’s future and land use is set to be made during the City Council meeting scheduled for March 18th, 2025.