Welcome to the Village of Forest, Ohio

Service crew will be working in the 400 block of Fassig St on 9/10/26 repairing a water leak. Residents in the area may experience low water pressure during this time.

Learn more about our village, the local government and staff, and services provided. Explore our unique community and discover all we have to offer!

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Recent News

Lately in Forest

Find out what’s happening lately in Forest, Ohio.

  2. Forest Village Council Special Meeting – August 6, 2026

    Village of Forest Council held a special meeting on August 6, 2026 to discuss sewer system funding. The council voted to move forward with lagoon treatment facility design and construction, and to keep pursuing a gravity system to replace the vacuum sewer system.

    September 9, 2026

    • Council Minutes

  3. Ordinance #2026-06

    An emergency ordinance setting new sanitary sewer rates for the Village of Forest, effective September 1, 2026, with a further increase effective January 1, 2027.

    September 9, 2026

    • Ordinances

  4. Forest Village Council – July 23, 2026

    Village of Forest Council met in regular session on July 23, 2026. The council approved the agenda, minutes, and bills, gave a first reading to Resolution #2026-05 (PWC Application), and heard committee reports covering police, streets, water and sewer, the park, and HR policy.

    September 9, 2026

    • Council Minutes
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Events

Upcoming Events

There’s plenty of activity in the village of Forest. Check the events calendar.

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Services

Explore our community services

Discover the essential services provided by our local government, designed to enhance your quality of life. Get to know Tree Town!

Team

Our Staff and Elected Officials

Say hello to our friends and neighbors leading the village with vision and commitment to community service.

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Contact

Send us a message

Reach out to your representatives or get involved in village committees or events.

Address:

211 W Lima St, Forest, OH 45843

Phone:

419-273-2500

After Hours:

419-429-9150