About Lucas

Village of Lucas, OH

Welcome to Lucas, Ohio – The Heart of Richland County
Discover Lucas, Ohio, a charming village nestled among the scenic rolling hills of Richland County. Founded in 1836 by David Tucker, Lucas is a vibrant community rich in history and natural beauty, located just 7 miles southeast of Mansfield on State Route 39.

A Village with a Rich Heritage
Lucas, often referred to as the gateway to Mohican, has been a nurturing ground for notable figures including Pulitzer Prize-winning author and conservationist Louis Bromfield. It was here at Malabar Farm, now a cherished state park, where Hollywood legends Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall celebrated their iconic wedding. The village’s legacy continues with its appearances in films like “The Shawshank Redemption” and “Harry and Walter Go to New York,” showcasing its picturesque landscapes.

A Close-Knit Community
With a population of 589, Lucas offers a warm welcome with its revitalized storefronts and community-centric spirit. Our village boasts a robust infrastructure with its own water treatment and wastewater facilities, and as an AMP community, Lucas benefits from local electric provisioning.

Education and Pride
Home to one of Ohio’s smallest public school systems, Lucas prides itself on delivering quality education from K-12, ensuring small class sizes and a strong curriculum under the ethos of “Every Child, Every Day.” Our athletic teams, known as the Cubs, embody our competitive spirit and have gained statewide recognition.

Explore and Experience Lucas
Whether you’re headed to nearby attractions like Malabar Farm or Mohican State Forest, or simply enjoying a drive through our idyllic landscapes, Lucas invites you to explore all that our “Quiet, Peaceful Village” has to offer. Join us in Lucas, where every visit feels like coming home.

GOVERNMENT FORMAT
Statutory Village
Incorporated in 1836

Our Mission

“In partnership with our community, the mission of the Village of Lucas is to protect and enhance the quality of life by providing a high level of service in an efficient and responsive manner for all the citizens.”

Lucas will continue its legacy as “The Quiet, Peaceful Village” along with our outgoing community by embracing its natural beauty while providing a safe, friendly environment to live, work, and play. Its spirit of community and small-town charm will be enjoyed by a strong and active multi-generational population.

We believe in honest, open, democratic government. We are dedicated to the highest ideals of honor and integrity in order to merit the respect, trust, and confidence of the citizens of Lucas.
We believe that ethics and values are the foundation blocks of public trust and confidence and that all meaningful relationships are built on these values.

We believe our primary responsibility is to those who live, work, visit or otherwise come in contact with our Village. We are committed to enhancing the quality of life by providing exemplary services.
We believe it is important to listen to our citizens and be sensitive and responsive to their needs. Honest communication is essential for an informed and involved citizenry to foster a positive working environment for all.

We believe the Village is best served when the Mayor, Council Members, Administration, and Employees are creative and innovative in the fulfillment of their responsibilities.

We believe that continuous improvements are the mark of professionalism and are committed to applying this principle to the services we offer and the development of the Village. The very essence of leadership is to be visionary and to plan for the future.
We believe that the employees of the Village are its most important resource, and through them our mission and vision will be accomplished. We will support them with dignity, respect and fairness. We will work cooperatively as a team for the success of our community.

We believe that planning, training and teamwork will fulfill our mission and vision for the future of “The Village of Lucas”.