Perrysburg Township Considers Contracting With County for Dispatch Services

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio — Perrysburg Township trustees are considering eliminating local police and fire dispatch operations and contracting with the Wood County Sheriff’s Office.

Township officials say the change could save as much as $350,000 annually, according to WTOL-TV and the Ohio News Network.

Some residents have raised concerns about how the proposal could affect emergency response times. Township Administrator Jon Eckel said public safety remains his top priority.

The proposal remains under consideration.