Located in southern Ashtabula County, the Village of Orwell is home to nearly 1,600 residents and serves as a welcoming hub for the Grand Valley region. Known for its strong sense of community and small-town charm, Orwell provides high-quality municipal services while supporting steady growth and development.
The Village is proud of its historic role as a regional center, positioned along State Routes 45, 46, and 322, offering easy access to surrounding communities. Residents enjoy a safe and family-friendly environment, with strong schools in the Grand Valley Local School District, convenient parks and recreation, and a variety of small businesses that keep the local economy vibrant.
This website is designed to keep residents, businesses, and visitors informed and connected. Here, you’ll find information on Village Council meetings, public services, utility and zoning updates, as well as upcoming community events. Whether you’re reporting an issue, seeking local resources, or exploring what makes Orwell a great place to live and work, we invite you to discover all that our community has to offer.
Vacant Village Council Seat
The Village of Orwell is seeking applicants for an open seat on Village Council. The term for the vacated seat is through December 31, 2025. Interested applicants should submit their resumes to Council President Chris Ruks at cruks@orwellvillage.org.
Village of Orwell 2024 Consumer Confidence Report
Each year, the Village of Orwell is required by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to publish a Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) for drinking water. This annual report provides residents with important information about the quality and safety of their water supply, including testing results, compliance with state and federal standards, and details about the water system. The goal of the CCR is to ensure transparency and help residents stay informed about the water they use every day.
Meeting Schedule
Unless posted otherwise, all meetings are held at the Village Administration Building, 179 West Main Street, Orwell.
- Work sessions are held on the second Tuesday of the month at 4:30 p.m.
- Regular council meetings are held on the third Tuesday of the month at 4:30 p.m.
- Planning, Zoning, and Building meetings are scheduled for the last Wednesday of every other month at 1:00 p.m. as follows: January 29, 2025 (CANCELED) New Date TBD; March 26, 2025; May 28, 2025; July 30, 2025, September 24, 2025; and November 19, 2025.
- Zoning Board of Appeals meetings are held on an as-needed basis.
- Parks and Recreation Meetings will be held at the Grand Valley Library at 12:00 p.m. (noon), the first Friday of every month.
- Special Meeting of Council will be held on September 22, 2025 at 5:00 P.M. to go into executive session for the purpose of hire or dismissal of public employee, with no action upon return.