VILLAGE OF RUSSELLS POINT INC

What VILLAGE OF RUSSELLS POINT INC does

The Village of Russells Point Inc is the incorporated municipal government of Russells Point, a small lakefront village on Indian Lake in Logan County, Ohio, operating under the Ohio Revised Code with a mayor-council structure. Founded as a community in the early 20th century (post office established 1913, formally incorporated in the late 1920s), the Village delivers essential municipal services to residents, businesses, and visitors of the Indian Lake area. It is led by Mayor John Huffman, Village Administrator Deanna Roe, Fiscal Officer Marc McQuire, and Police Chief Joe Freyhof, with a core staff of approximately six to eight personnel.

The Village's core service portfolio spans a water utility (distribution and treatment with source-water protection coordination through ODOT and Ohio EPA), a community-based police department (performing ~1,000 house checks per year for traveling residents), parks and recreation (including a nature trail, inclusive playground, ball fields, and community garden), planning and zoning administration, and the Indian Joint Fire District partnership for fire and emergency response. Underlying technology is conventional municipal infrastructure — a water distribution system, storm water drainage network, and an EPA-compliant Consumer Confidence Report process — supported by a basic web presence (russellspoint-oh.gov) and an online utility-payment portal. The Village does not offer APIs, proprietary platforms, or digital products beyond standard government information services.

The Village's revenue model combines three primary streams: a 1% municipal income tax (enacted 2004, administered by Cleveland-based Central Collection Agency), property taxes supplemented by Community Reinvestment Area (CRA) tax abatements for qualifying improvements, and usage-based water and utility fees (rates increased 17% to $1.00 per 1,000 gallons effective January 2023). Marginal revenue from recycling tonnage returns ($800–$1,000 annually) supports park improvements, while grant funding (Ohio Public Works Commission, Half Percent Sales Tax) and bond proceeds (notably $1,858,000 authorized in 2025) finance capital projects. Service delivery is direct through the Municipal Building at 433 State Route 708, with self-service options online and emergency access via 911 dispatch.

Name

VILLAGE OF RUSSELLS POINT INC

Legal name

Village of Russells Point

Website

https://russellspoint-oh.gov

Company type

Public

Founded year

1920

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The Village of Russells Point is a municipal government in Logan County, Ohio that provides water utilities, police protection, parks and recreation, planning and zoning, and income tax administration to its residents, businesses, and Indian Lake visitors under a mayor-council structure.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Municipal Government Services

NAICS

Water, Sewage and Other Systems (2213), Administration of Housing Programs, Urban Planning, and Community Development (9251), Nature Parks and Other Similar Institutions (71219)

SIC

Water Supply (4941), Sanitary Services (4950)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYBPAIACAF

Public Works & Municipal Infrastructure (Streets, Stormwater, Facilities)

Business & Public Services/Public Sector & Government Administration/Local/Municipal Government Administration

SECONDARYBPAIACAJ

Housing & Neighborhood Services (Local Housing Programs)

Business & Public Services/Public Sector & Government Administration/Local/Municipal Government Administration

Keywords

• Municipal government services
• Water utility services
• Public safety services
• Parks and recreation
• Community zoning

Headquarters

HQ city

RUSSELLS POINT, Ohio

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Municipal Income Tax: 1% municipal income tax enacted in 2004, administered by Central Collection Agency (CCA). All residents 18+ with reportable income must file. No credit given for taxes paid to other municipalities. At least 90% of current year tax liability must be paid by January 31 to avoid penalties.
2. Water and Utility Fees: Water usage rates increased 17% ($1.00 per 1,000 gallons) effective January 2023. Minimum charges remained the same. Revenue supports water plant operations, distribution lines, and capital improvements.
3. Property Tax: Property taxes including Community Reinvestment Area (CRA) tax exemptions for property improvements, supporting economic development and community growth.
4. Recycling Revenue: Village receives annual cash returns based on recycling tonnage collected at the recycling center, averaging $800-$1,000 annually, used for park improvements.

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

The Village of Russells Point is a municipal government entity that delivers essential public services to residents, businesses, and visitors. Its core offerings include water utility service (with source protection), community policing and emergency response through the police department and Indian Joint Fire District, planning and zoning administration, municipal income tax collection, parks and recreation, recycling and yard waste programs, snow removal, and street and storm water infrastructure maintenance. The village operates these services through elected leadership, paid administrative and public-safety staff, and contracted public works partners.

Product overview

The Village of Russells Point is a municipal government entity, not a product company. It does not offer a unified software product or platform. The village provides government services to residents including water utilities, police department, parks and recreation, planning and zoning, income tax collection, and maintenance services. These are public services operated by village departments, not commercial software products or modules.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Water Utility Service Reliable water supply and distribution service for village residents, including source water protection in collaboration with ODOT and Ohio EPA, EPA-compliant annual Consumer Confidence Reports, and billing at usage-based rates governed by the Board of Public Affairs.
• Police Protection Services Community-based policing, proactive patrols, house-check service for residents traveling 7+ days, incident reporting, and medicine disposal drop box at the Municipal Building.
• Fire Protection and Emergency Response Fire protection and emergency response services for the Village of Russells Point and Washington Township, delivered through the Indian Joint Fire District with 24/7 volunteer firefighter staffing.
• Planning and Zoning Administration Zoning regulations, planning standards, floodplain administration, building permits, and Community Reinvestment Area (CRA) tax abatement program administration for property development.
• Municipal Income Tax Administration 1% municipal income tax collection for residents 18+ with reportable income and businesses operating within village limits, administered by the Central Collection Agency (CCA) in Cleveland, Ohio.
• Parks and Recreation Village parks, nature trails, inclusive playground, ball fields, and community garden, partly funded by recycling revenue and used for community events including HarborFest, Easter Egg Hunt, and Light Up the Lake fireworks.
• Recycling Program Household recyclables collection (paper, cardboard, containers) at the Russells Point Recycling Center per Logan County Solid Waste District guidelines, with annual cash returns to the village.
• Storm Water and Street Maintenance Storm sewer infrastructure maintenance and repair, street and road maintenance, and snow removal services for village roads, with planned storm water infrastructure replacement.

Quantifiable outcome

• ~1,000 house checks completed annually for residents traveling
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Indian Joint Fire DistrictcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerServes Russells Point and Washington Township with fire protection and emergency response. Staffed by volunteer firefighters available 24/7. Located at 320 St. Rt. 708. Chief Mark Gibson leads the district.
• Indian Lake Local School DistrictminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerServes Russells Point with PK-12 education through Indian Lake Elementary, Middle School, and High School on one central campus. District has ~200 staff serving ~1,400 students. Police Department collaborates on Safety Town program.
• Logan County Solid Waste DistrictminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides recycling information, schedules, and drop-off locations. Village Recycling Center accepts household recyclables per county guidelines.
• Indian Lake Area Chamber of CommerceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerResource for businesses, marketing, visitor traffic, and membership. Provides Digital Visitors Guide and promotes area events including HarborFest. Website: visitindianlakeohio.com
• Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (Ohio EPA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOhio EPA conducted Limited Environmental Review (LER) for water distribution system project to be financed through Water Supply Revolving Loan Account (WSRLA). Ohio EPA provides regulatory oversight and financing for water infrastructure improvements.
• Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborated with village to install 'Drinking Water Protection Area' signs throughout the village to help protect drinking water source from spills.
• Logan County 211minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSocial services coordination providing food, housing support, and emergency assistance referrals for residents in need.
• Logan County LibrariesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides library services to Russells Point residents. Local library branches support homework help and digital resources.
• Logan County Building AuthorityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHandles plan review and inspections for complex building projects. Residents should contact for permits and inspections on major projects.
• Logan County AuditorminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerConsulted for property tax details and Community Reinvestment Area abatement status. Partners on tax abatement programs.
• Indian Joint Fire DistrictcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParticipates in community events including HarborFest and provides public safety education at events.
• Ohio Hi-Point Career CenterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVocational and career-technical education provider for high school students in fields including health sciences, trades, and business.
• White Oaks PavingminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerContractor performing storm water drainage project and milling work on village roads.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Tyler Technologies: Large incumbent vendor of municipal government software (utility billing, financials, permitting, public safety) used by many Ohio villages and cities — comparable as a provider of the back-office systems the Village depends on.
• CivicPlus: Major provider of municipal-government websites, forms, and citizen-engagement platforms; comparable as an incumbent in the Village's website/communications stack (currently hosted via Midnet Media).

Others

• Ohio EPA: State regulator and financing partner administering the Water Supply Revolving Loan Account (WSRLA) used to fund the Village's water-distribution upgrades — comparable as a structural counterparty governing the Village's capital program.

Regional players

• Village of Ada: Hardin County, Ohio village of comparable scale delivering municipal water, sewer, police, and zoning services; serves as a small-town Ohio municipal peer.
• Logan County: Surrounding county government providing solid waste, library, building authority, and 211 social-services coordination that the Village relies on for shared service delivery.
• City of St. Marys: Auglaize County, Ohio municipality with a municipally operated water treatment and distribution system — a useful analog for the Village's water-utility-centric operating model.
• Village of Yellow Springs: Small Ohio municipal corporation providing water, police, parks, planning/zoning, and tax administration under the same statutory framework as Russells Point.
• Village of Waynesville: Small Ohio village operating under Ohio Revised Code with similar council-mayor governance, zoning, and utility services; comparable in scale but not lakeside.

Direct peers

• Village of Lakeview: Adjacent lakeside village on Indian Lake, Ohio, providing the same municipal service set (water, police via contract, zoning, recreation) to a comparable population size — the closest geographic and functional peer.
• City of Bellefontaine: County seat of Logan County, Ohio, operating as a small municipal government under Ohio Revised Code with utility, police, and zoning functions directly comparable to Russells Point's service portfolio and scale.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/IndianJointFD
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/village-of-russells-point-inc

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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