COMMERCIAL POINT, OH — August 5, 2025

What began as a routine council meeting in Commercial Point quickly descended into chaos Monday night, with heated public complaints, annexation confusion, and a surprise resignation from a council member — all in one evening.

The turning point came during the public comment section, when the owner of Beck’s Garage addressed the council with frustration over recent treatment from local law enforcement. The business, known for hosting summer “Bike Nights” featuring live music and community events , claimed they were being unfairly targeted by police for music violations during every event.

“We feel like we’ve been singled out,” said the bar owner, referring to the consistent pushback from police despite efforts to bring entertainment and ec

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