Council talks 2026 priorities during work session
City staff and officials put special focus on economic development, placemaking an essential services during a work session exploring 2026 budget priorities this week.
Development
Commission recommends redevelopment of vacant nursing home
A plan to convert a vacant nursing home into independent senior housing was signed off by Oxford's Planning Commission and will now go to City Council for approval.
Housing Commission recommends new affordable housing plan for Hester Road development
After receiving four proposals for affordable housing developments on Hester Road, Oxford's Housing Advisory Commission is recommending moving forward with one proposal focused on housing for adults with developmental disabilities.
Fast-charging EV stations coming to Oxford through grant funding
Oxford is using $900,000 in grant funding to install new electric vehicle chargers, but city officials disagreed on their locations during a meeting April 1.
Old buildings, new developments and alternative visions
As Oxford develops its first Historic Preservation Plan, Miami University has repeatedly considered razing and rebuilding on historic properties. What happens when towns and universities have competing priorities?
How does Miami plan for campus development, and is it enough?
As discussions about a new arena at Miami University reached the public last fall, some faculty pushed for a campus master plan to guide future development. The university maintains multiple thematic plans, but no overarching guiding document.
Oxford to consider affordable housing proposals, grant application for tenant supports
Members of Oxford's Housing Advisory Commission will consider four proposals for an affordable housing development off Hester Road after previous plans fell through.