ASHVILLE, Ohio — A Village of Ashville councilman will set aside two hours later this month to meet face-to-face with residents outside of a formal council meeting.

Councilman Jeff Martin will hold office hours from 3 to 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20, at Ashville Ace Hardware, 2943 OH-752, the village said in a Facebook post. Residents are invited to stop by to ask questions, share ideas or talk about what is happening in the village. Those who want a one-on-one conversation can schedule a private appointment by emailing Martin at [email protected].

Ashville is a village of roughly 4,600 residents in northern Pickaway County, incorporated in 1882. Its legislative affairs are handled by an elected mayor and a village council, which meets regularly to set local ordinances, approve spending and oversee municipal services.

The information contained in this story was obtained from the Village of Ashville.