About the Office

Members


  • David Ditzler
  • Carol Rimedio-Righetti
  • Anthony Traficanti
  • Robert J. Lidle, Chair
    Term expires: December 31, 2018
  • Daniel J. O'Horo Sr., 1st Vice Chair
    Term expires: December 31, 2018
  • Lou Zarlenga, 2nd Vice Chair
    Term expires: December 31, 2018
  • Richard Dowell
    Term expires: December 31, 2017

  • Gary Esasky
    Term expires: December 31, 2017
  • Attorney Mark Fortunato, 3rd Vice Chair
    Term expires: December 31, 2017
  • Angelo Pignatelli
    Term expires: December 31, 2019
  • Gennaro Russo
  • Term expires: December 31, 2019
  • Gary Esasky
    Term expires: December 31, 2017
  • Attorney Mark Fortunato
    Term expires: December 31, 2017
  • Angelo Pignatelli
    Term expires: December 31, 2016
  • Gennaro Russo
    Term expires: December 31, 2016
  • Gary Esasky
    Term expires: December 31, 2017
  • Attorney Mark Fortunato
    Term expires: December 31, 2017
  • Angelo Pignatelli
    Term expires: December 31, 2016
  • Gennaro Russo
    Term expires: December 31, 2016
  • Gary Esasky
    Term expires: December 31, 2017
  • Attorney Mark Fortunato
    Term expires: December 31, 2017
  • Angelo Pignatelli
    Term expires: December 31, 2016
  • Gennaro Russo
    Term expires: December 31, 2016
  • Ex-Officio Members
    • Patrick T. Ginnetti, County Engineer
    • Micheal P. O'Shaughnessy, Planning Commission Executive Director
    Mission Statement
    In conformity with Mahoning County's Mission Statement, the Planning Commission will continue to provide an expanded public service based upon up-to-date information and viable recommendations regarding land use, subdivision and zoning, and, in conjunction with other county departments and agencies, provide for the general health, safety, and well-being of the community.

    What We Do
    All duties as listed in ORC 713.23, as well as Floodplain Administration.

    Under Ohio Revised Code 713.23, it is the duty of the Planning Commission to make information available to citizens and developers that assist in making sound land use decisions.

    The Mahoning County Planning Commission consists of 11 members of which three are the County Commissioners. The Planning Commission has the responsibility of administering the Subdivision Regulations for Mahoning County. The Commission also seeks coordination and cooperation with various public entities to serve the citizens of Mahoning County.

    Who Benefits
    Anyone with dealings in real estate.

    Revenue Sources

    The Planning Commission is fully funded by the General Fund.