In our latest election conversation, The Hilliard Beacon sat down with Bevan Schneck, longtime Planning & Zoning Commission member and one of three Republican candidates for Hilliard City Council in November. Schneck shared his journey from small-town beginnings in Pandora, Ohio, to six years shaping Hilliard’s growth on the commission. With a professional background at the Ohio Municipal League and Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission, Schneck emphasized the importance of process, planning, and drawing from best practices across Ohio’s wide range of municipalities.
When asked about forward thinking elements of our local government, Bevan highlighted the city’s progress in implementing the Comprehensive Plan through targeted rezoning work in areas like Big Darby and the I-270 corridor. Bevan also gave his perspective on the balance between commercial and residential development needed to sustain Hilliard’s revenue future. Schneck also spoke of his personal commitment to Hilliard, pointing to his involvement in community groups like the Historical Society, Citizens Police Academy, and Keep Hilliard Beautiful. And, as we all know, Alumni status in the Ohio State Marching Band never hurts.
It wouldn’t be a Beacon candidate interview if citizen participation didn’t come up and we get into a healthy chat about how the city involves its people in various aspects of governance and how those systems may change going forward (C’mon Ward Meetings! - Jordan).
Bevan’s tenure on planning and zoning brought a lot of the practical experience we crave to our talk and we thank him for taking the time to participate in what is becoming a tradition for Hilliard public office seekers.
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