Welcome to Painesville Township
Where Community Comes First.
Historical
Developing the Township
In 1796 a surveying party from the Connecticut Land Company platted the Township of Painesville in the New Western Reserve. The development of the Township under the New Western Reserve culture was strongly influenced by unique New England traditions of government, moral standards, education and architecture, all of which were brought to the area by the many hardy pioneers settling in the area. Agriculture, manufacturing, commerce, and shipping both by lake and land were important then and still are.
Painesville Township Office: (440) 352-1443
Upcoming Events
Events
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Family Fun Day
Painesville Township Family Fun Day!Our family friendly event features children’s games, face painting, magic, foam party fun, balloon twisting, Magic Show, inflatables and much more!Food and refreshments are available at family friendly […]
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Recent News
Upcoming Trustee meeting:
NOPEC 3 year anniversary mailing
Pickleball 2026
Single Hauler Trash Service public forum
BID Opportunity
The Next Trustees Meeting Will be on…
2026 St. Patrick’s Parade!
BID OPPORTUNITY
Present
Today Painesville Township is still operating within its Western Reserve heritage of an economical and uncomplicated grass roots township form of government. It has successfully identified as a community wherein major commercial enterprise and comfortable away-from-city living can successfully co-exist. This balance has been accomplished by close accessibility through public meetings in the Western Reserve image. Aided by zoning authority in force since 1956, updated to meet changing needs and assisted by modernized Ohio Township laws, Painesville Township is able to offer many services while retaining a uniquely low property tax for several consecutive years in Lake County.
Geography
The semi rural surroundings of Painesville Township are moreover convenient to a superlative freeway network whose local interchanges lie within two miles of most township points. Downtown Cleveland lies only 25 miles away via Interstate 90 or State Route 2, while Interstates 71 and 77 as well as the Ohio Turnpike are easily reached.
Population
20,642
Local School Systems
Riverside Local School District iStem School
Households and Families
8,805
Employment
61.2%
Median Age
44