


The first one crossed the Indiana line just south of Willshire, Ohio at about 9:15 PM EST followed within a few minutes by another in the northern part of Toledo. If it had not been that paths of destruction lay in rural areas, for the most part, the loss of life could have been made higher. Because of their severity and exceptionally long paths, the loss of life was heavy, totaling 57 for the state. The majority were the most destructive ever to visit their respective parts of the state. The Board of Commissioners then reviews the recommendations of staff and Planning Commission members before deciding to approve or reject a proposal.With the passage of a severe squall line across Ohio from northwest to southeast during the evening and night of April 11, at least 12 separate tornadoes struck within the state. Their findings are considered by the Planning Commission, which also evaluates projects' adherence to the comprehensive land use plan. This has resulted both in an enhanced local tax base but also in a shrinking inventory of open space, leaving an almost fully developed Township.Īll requests for land development and subdivision in Radnor are process through the Engineering Department and reviewed for compliance with the Township's zoning code and subdivision ordinance by the community development, public works, and engineering departments. Since the early 1960's, Radnor has been characterized by sustained growth in the number of residences, offices, and commercial establishments and in the size of its institutions. Preserving and enhancing Radnor Township's quality of life at the close of the 20th century has continued to revolve, in large part, around effectively planned growth and development. Its mission is also to provide efficient and courteous service to all members of the community, and to be dedicated to the continued effort towards maintaining a secure and pleasant environment, while striving to further enhance the quality of life that has become synonymous with Radnor Township residency. The mission of the Community Development Department is to serve the residents of Radnor Township through the administration and enforcement of regulatory ordinances adopted by the Board of Commissioners to assure the health, safety, and welfare of everyone involved in the Radnor experience.
