Projects
Bale Kenyon Road is OPEN!
Bale Kenyon Road south of Orange Road and north of Powell Road has reopened!
This latest phase has made even more improvements to the roadway, enhancing safety for drivers and introducing a new multi-use path for walkers, runners, and cyclists to enjoy. A third phase is planned, with timing and funding to be announced—more progress is on the way!
For more information, please contact the Delaware County Engineer’s Office.
Fiber Concerns
We have heard from some residents who have reached out to share their concerns regarding ongoing fiber installation work. These are not Orange Township or Delaware County projects, and the work is being performed on private property, outside of any public right-of-way, where the Township does not have jurisdiction.
We understand and empathize with the frustration caused by damage to yards and landscaping; it’s happening in Trustee’s yards as well.
We encourage any residents with questions or concerns to contact the appropriate representative at:
AEP – (800) 672-2231
AT&T – (800) 288-2020
Frontier – (800) 921-2101
AltaFiber – (513) 565-9890
Update regarding the Highmeadows Village Road/Gutter repair
The commencement of road work has been delayed a couple of days. Originally, the contractor was prepared to begin work today. The start date been delayed until Wednesday or Thursday of this week due to unforeseen circumstances. The temporary no parking signs will be updated accordingly.
A Reminder About Park Rules
We wanted to remind everyone that our multi use trails are for feet, not fleets!
North Road Park Project
North Road Park is seeing a lot of enhancements this year! Four Pickleball Courts are being added, completion is expected in July. The parking lot is also being expanded. Restroom and Shelter construction is scheduled to begin Mid-April and is expected to finish by the end of summer 2023. This project is funded by the recently renewed Orange Township Parks and Recreation Levy. (Updated progress as of April 6, 2023)
Lyra Drive at E. Powell Road Roundabout
Project Managed by City of Columbus.
Construction of new roundabout at the intersection of Lyra Drive and E. Powell Road. On schedule for completion Fall 2022.
Lazelle Road Culvert Replacement Complete – Road Now Open
Project Managed by Delaware County Engineer (DCEO)
Replacement of failed culvert and resurfacing of roadway on “old” section of Lazelle Rd. between US 23 and “new” Lazelle Rd. Replacement of culvert pipe and full depth road repairs are complete. Resurfacing is complete and roadway is open.
Playground Improvements
Ro Park Safety Surface
Installation of safety surfacing under the new and existing structures is underway. Landscape refurbishment will be delayed until the fall to increase chance for successful establishment of new plant material.
Playground still remains closed during construction but we are on track to open the playground July 1.
North Orange Aquatic Center
A big thank you to our Township Parks staff for applying fresh mulch in front of the Aquatic Center. Other improvements that have taken place at the Aquatic Center is the offseason is miscellaneous concrete repairs on the pool deck, audio system upgrades and upgrades to the front desk area that will hopefully make check-in more efficient for our pool members and their guest.
North Orange Park
The sealcoating has been applied on 5/11 to our multi-use paths in and around North Orange Park. Just in time for warm weather walks!
Ro Park
The new playground safety surfacing was laid on 5/11 under the existing playground structures. A reminder the whole playground is closed until construction is fully wrapped up.
Walker Woods Park
Installation of new safety surfacing is complete. Playground reopened on April 19th, 2022.
Ro Park
Midstates Recreation has erected the new playground components on April 25th, 2022. The installation of safety surfacing, walkway paving, landscape refurbishment, and site restoration remain. Anticipate entire play area to be open no later than July 1st, 2022.
Veteran’s Memorial
The Orange Township Veteran’s Memorial project is moving forward! Our Fiscal Office is submitting a grant application to the Ohio Senate the week of 2/21/2022.
We are also currently accepting donations at the Delaware County Foundation website. Click on Donate Now, then Named Funds and Scholarships, and use the drop-down menu under Funds to find Orange Township Veteran’s Memorial Fund.
You can find the renderings of the Veteran’s Memorial here and a video here.