City Council
Regular MeetingHudson, OH · September 23, 2025
Minutes
City of Hudson, Ohio
Meeting Minutes - Final
City Council
Jeffrey L. Anzevino, Mayor
Christopher W. Foster, President of Council (Ward 2)
Christopher A. Banweg, Council Member (At-Large)
Michael W. Bird, Council Member (Ward 4)
Patricia L. Goetz, Council Member (Ward 1)
Karen E. Heater, Council Member (At-Large)
Nicole V. Kowalski, Council Member (At-Large)
Skylar J. Sutton, Council Member (Ward 3)
Thomas J. Sheridan, City Manager
Marshal Pitchford, City Solicitor & Special Counsel
Aparna Wheeler, Clerk of Council
Tuesday, September 23, 2025 7:30 PM Town Hall
27 East Main Street
Special Council Meeting to begin at 7:30 p.m.; followed by Regular Workshop
Special Meeting:
1. Call to Order
Mayor Anzevino called to order the special meeting of Hudson City Council at 7:30 p.m., in
accordance with the Sunshine Laws of the State of Ohio, O.R.C. Section 121.22.
2. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
3. Roll Call
Present: 7 - Mr. Banweg, Dr. Bird, Mr. Foster, Dr. Goetz, Mrs. Heater, Mrs.
Kowalski and Mr. Sutton
4. Appointment of Thomas Sheridan as Clerk of Council Pro Tempore
A motion was made by Mr. Banweg, seconded by Mrs. Heater, to appoint Thomas Sheridan as
Clerk of Council Pro Tempore. The motion carried by unanimous acclimation:
Aye: 7 - Mr. Banweg, Dr. Bird, Mr. Foster, Dr. Goetz, Mrs. Heater, Mrs.
Kowalski and Mr. Sutton
Staff in Attendance: Mr. Sheridan, City Manager; Mr. Griffith, Assistant City Manager; Mr. Hannan,
Community Development Director; Mr. Knoblauch, Assistant City Manager - Financial/Special Projects; Mr.
Kosco, City Engineer; Ms. Fernandez, Community Project Planner; and Mr. Leiter, HCTV Production
Assistant.
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5. Public Comments
None.
6. Correspondence and Council Comments
Dr. Goetz stated that she did not feel that Resolution No. 25-143 needed to be fast-tracked and could instead
wait until a new Council is seated.
Dr. Bird said he attended the Trike and Bike Event in the Hudson Park Estates neighborhood, which raised tens
of thousands of dollars for pediatric cancer research .
Mrs. Kowalski stated that she explained her position on the 90-day moratorium and changes to the Land
Development Code. Mr. Sutton and Mr. Banweg responded to her statements.
Discussion included the use of an emergency clause, the legislative process, code changes originating from
boards and commissions, and removing items from the Consent Agenda .
A motion was made by Mr. Sutton, seconded by Mr. Banweg, to return with the regular order
of business. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Aye: 5 - Mr. Banweg, Dr. Bird, Mr. Foster, Mrs. Heater and Mr. Sutton
Nay: 2 - Dr. Goetz and Mrs. Kowalski
7. Legislation
A. 25-143 A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING A 90-DAY MORATORIUM ON
THE ACCEPTANCE OF PRIVATE APPLICATIONS TO THE
PLANNING COMMISSION WHICH ARE SUBJECT TO A PUBLIC
HEARING; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Brief Description: Planning Commission approved a motion to forward the
attached list of Land Development Code recommendations for review by City
Council. Along with the list, the Planning Commission requests City Council
enact a 90-day moratorium on all private (non-government) applications to the
Planning Commission that would require a public hearing.
Attachments: PC Request to City Council
Resolution No. 25-143
Mayor Anzevino read the title of Resolution No. 25-143, which constituted its second reading.
8. Adjournment
There being no further business, Mayor Anzevino adjourned the Special Council meeting at
7:52 p.m.
Aye: 6 - Dr. Bird, Mr. Foster, Dr. Goetz, Mrs. Heater, Mr. Sutton and Mr. Banweg
Nay: 1 - Mrs. Kowalski
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Regular Workshop:
9. Call to Order
Mayor Anzevino called to order the workshop of Hudson City Council at 7:53 p.m., in
accordance with the Sunshine Laws of the State of Ohio, O.R.C. Section 121.22, and he handed
the workshop over to President of Council Foster, in accordance with Council Rules.
Present: 7 - Mr. Banweg, Dr. Bird, Mr. Foster, Dr. Goetz, Mrs. Heater, Mrs.
Kowalski and Mr. Sutton
Others & Staff in Attendance: Mr. Sheridan, City Manager; Mr. Griffith, Assistant City Manager; Mr. Hannan,
Community Development Director; Ms. Fernandez, Community Project Planner; Mr. Knoblauch, Assistant City
Manager - Financial/Special Projects; Mr. Kosco, City Engineer; and Mr. Leiter, HCTV Production Assistant.
10. Correspondence and Council Comments
Mrs. Kowalski expressed her disappointment over the earlier vote by Council Members that prevented her from
continuing her remarks during the Correspondence and Council Comments portion of the special meeting .
Mr. Banweg responded that Council members continued with the meeting in order to get effective work done for
the residents.
11. Discussion Items
A. 25-0116 Downtown Development Project Update
Brief Description:
Staff will provide an update on the previously requested RFP seeking firms to
support a City-led preliminary site plan, preliminary market analysis, and
project name/identity.
Attachments: Staff Memo - Downtown Development RFP and Site Identity
Market Analysis Report
RFP with Appendices
Site Identity
Mr. Hannan stated that staff has been working on a detailed market analysis and a draft RFP to send out to
design firms. Ms. Fernandez reviewed a summary of the draft market analysis that included single-family and
town home housing values, semi-public space, household discretionary spending, value of an event facility, and
value of a co-working space; draft RFP, and project name. Council discussion included re-branding of site,
price point of homes, focus on public space to bring community together; and creation of a sub-committee
consisting of Dr. Goetz, Mrs. Heater, Mr. Foster, and Planning Commission members Sarah Norman and Jessi
Obert, to work with staff.
This matter was discussed.
B. 25-0117 A Discussion on the Abraham Lincoln Historical Plaque on City
Property.
Brief Description: A discussion on the historical plaque located just south of
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the intersection of Maple Drive and College Street on the Hudson property
parcel #32-02112.
Attachments: Abraham Lincoln Plaque
Existing Site Location Map
Map A
Map B
Route of Abraham Lincoln's 1861 Inauguration train trip
Village of Hudson 1856 Map
Mr. Sheridan shared historical context regarding the Abraham Lincoln Memorial and noted that staff had been
unable to locate any documentation confirming its official memorialization. He then asked the Council whether
they wished to formally recognize it through a Resolution. Council was in favor of moving forward with a
Resolution.
This matter was discussed.
12. Proposed Consent Agenda for October 7, 2025, Council Meeting
A. 25-148 AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING THE DEDICATION OF THE PUBLIC
STREET AND EASEMENTS ALONG FRANKLIN STREET,
ENTERING INTO EASEMENT AGREEMENTS WITH PROPERTY
OWNERS, AND VACATING A PORTION OF FRANKLIN STREET.
Brief Description: Staff is requesting to formally dedicate Franklin Street as a
public right-of-way. This ordinance also includes a request to vacate an
eight-foot-wide section of the proposed right-of-way along the west side of
Franklin Street and a reservation of five-foot-wide sidewalk and utility
easements. These new easements, which will be provided by adjacent property
owners, will accommodate the construction of a new sidewalk and the
installation of underground utilities.
Attachments: Exhibit A: Franklin Street Dedication
Ordinance No. 25-148
This Ordinance was forwarded for further consideration at the October 7, 2025, Council
meeting.
B. 25-149 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
ADVERTISE FOR BIDS AND ENTER INTO A CONTRACT FOR
STATE ROUTE 91/TEREX ROAD TURN LANE IMPROVEMENTS
(PID #116929).
Brief Description: This project will include the lengthening of the
eastbound, Terex Road left turn lane and a new left turn lane along westbound
Terex Road into the former JoAnn Stores parking lot.
Attachments: Exhibit - 91/Terex Improvement
Resolution No. 25-149
This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the October 7, 2025, Council
meeting.
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C. 25-150 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
ADVERTISE FOR BIDS AND ENTER INTO A CONTRACT FOR E.
BARLOW ROAD RESURFACING (PID #116925).
Brief Description: This project includes the resurfacing of E. Barlow Road
from the Norfolk Southern Railroad Tracks, east to Stow Road.
Attachments: Resolution No. 25-150
This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the October 7, 2025, Council
meeting.
D. 25-151 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
ADVERTISE FOR BIDS AND ENTER INTO A CONTRACT FOR THE
DOWNTOWN PEDESTRIAN PHASE 2 PROJECT (PID# 120285)
Brief Description: This project includes new curb ramps and sidewalk along
S. Main Street between Bard Drive and Stoney Hill Drive.
Attachments: Resolution No. 25-151
This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the October 7, 2025, Council
meeting.
E. 25-152 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
ADVERTISE FOR BIDS AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTS FOR THE
2026 CAPITAL MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS OF THE CITY OF
HUDSON.
Brief Description: This Resolution would authorize the advertisement,
receipt of bids and award of contracts for the annual road programs that will
comprise the 2026 Annual Capital Maintenance Program. The program
includes Line Striping, Crack Sealing, Concrete Replacement/Repair, Catch
Basin Repair Program, and Asphalt Resurfacing and Patching Program.
Award of these projects will be based upon the approved 2026 capital budget.
Attachments: Resolution No. 25-152
This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the October 7, 2025, Council
meeting.
F. 25-153 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
ADVERTISE FOR BIDS AND TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT FOR
THE DIVISION STREET CULVERT REPLACEMENT WITH THE
LOWEST AND BEST BIDDER; AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY.
Brief Description: In June, City workers investigated a sink hole on Division
Street. An inspection of the utility infrastructure under the road identified that
the storm water “box culvert” was deteriorating and starting to fail.
Consequently, staff closed this section of Division Street and temporarily
placed steel plates over the failing section of culvert. Staff evaluated
alternative solutions to repair the culvert and identified that a portion of the lid
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to the box culvert needs replaced.
Attachments: Exhibit - Division St Box Culvert Repair
Resolution No. 25-153
This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the October 7, 2025, Council
meeting.
G. 25-154 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADOPT
A PROJECT NAME AND DEVELOP SITE BRANDING FOR THE
CITY-OWNED DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT SITE.
Brief Description: Staff is requesting Council support to rebrand the property
with a name that separates it from prior development concepts, which are no
longer relevant, and draws attention to interesting local features. Upon
selection of a name, City staff could re-introduce the site to the community
through a strategic communications plan.
Attachments: Site Identity
Resolution No. 25-154
This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the October 7, 2025, Council
meeting.
H. 25-155 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ISSUE
A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR PROFESSIONAL
ARCHITECTURAL AND ENGINEERING DESIGN SERVICES FOR
THE DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT PRELIMINARY PLAN AND TO
AWARD TO THE MOST QUALIFIED CONSULTANT; AND
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Brief Description: Request for Proposals is to obtain proposals from
qualified individuals or firms, interested in contributing technical services to a
City-led preliminary site plan for the approximate 21-acre property located
immediately west of the existing First and Main downtown development in
Hudson, Ohio.
Attachments: RFP with Appendices
RFP Updated for Concept Site Plan - 10.07.25
Resolution No. 25-155
This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the October 7, 2025, Council
meeting.
I. 25-156 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
ADVERTISE FOR COMPETITIVE BIDS AND TO ENTER INTO A
CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE HUDSON PUBLIC
WORKS FACILITY PROJECT; AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY.
Brief Description: This project involves comprehensive site preparation,
infrastructure development, and the construction of the Hudson Public Works
Facility, along with new storage facilities.
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Attachments: Resolution No. 25-156
This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the October 7, 2025, Council
meeting.
13. Proposed Legislation for October 7, 2025, Council Meeting
A. 25-92 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 1205 AND 1206 OF THE
LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE RELEVANT TO REGULATIONS
APPLICABLE TO BOARDING KENNELS AND VETERINARY
FACILITIES.
Brief Description: Ordinance to revise the districts which permit boarding
kennels and veterinary facilities and to incorporate a 300 foot setback to
adjacent residentially zoned parcels for boarding kennels.
Attachments: Council Memo 8.15.25 LDC Amendment Vet Clinic and Boarding Kennels
Existing Vet Clinics and Boarding Kennels
PC Decision 25-755 - LDC amendment - Boarding Kennels and Vet Clinics
Ordinance No. 25-92 (as introduced)
Draft Ordinance (7.17.25) with PC Recommendation
Ordinance No. 25-92 (9.16.25) Sutton Proposed Changes
Mr. Foster encouraged everyone to review the proposed changes dated September 16th by Mr . Sutton.
Ordinance No. 25-92 was forwarded for further consideration at the October 7, 2025, Council
meeting.
B. 25-110 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 1206 OF THE LAND
DEVELOPMENT CODE RELEVANT TO REMOVE ASSISTED
LIVING, CONTINUING CARE RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES, AND
INSTITUTIONAL RESIDENTIAL FROM ALLOWED USES WITHIN
THE COMMERCIAL-FOCUSED DISTRICTS.
Brief Description: Proposed amendment to the Land Development Code to
remove Assisted Living, Continuing Care Retirement Communities, and
Institutional Residential from allowed uses within the commercial focused
districts.
Attachments: Exhibit A and B
Map of Existing Facilities
City Council memo July 8 2025 workshop
Ordinance No. 25-110
Ordinance No. 25-110 was forwarded for further consideration at the October 7, 2025, Council
meeting.
C. 25-127 AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF
$740,000 OF TAXABLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT NONTAX
REVENUE BOND ANTICIPATION NOTES, IN ANTICIPATION OF
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THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS, FOR THE PURPOSE OF PAYING
COSTS OF ACQUIRING APPROXIMATELY 4.0 ACRES OF REAL
PROPERTY LOCATED NEAR THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF
OWEN BROWN STREET AND MORSE ROAD.
Brief Description: This ordinance allows for the refinancing of existing
financial obligations of the City. It allows for the rollover of note proceeds
used to pay for the former Windstream property at 100 Owen Brown Street,
purchased as part of the Downtown Phase II Project.
Attachments: Ordinance No. 25-127
Ordinance No. 25-127 was forwarded for further consideration at the October 7, 2025, Council
meeting.
D. 25-128 AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF
$925,000 OF TAXABLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT NONTAX
REVENUE BOND ANTICIPATION NOTES, IN ANTICIPATION OF
THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS, FOR THE PURPOSE OF PAYING
COSTS OF ACQUIRING APPROXIMATELY 1.0 ACRE OF REAL
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 94 OWEN BROWN STREET.
Brief Description: This ordinance allows for the financing of the former
Windstream property at 94 Owen Brown Street, purchased as part of the
Downtown Phase II Project.
Attachments: Ordinance No. 25-128
Ordinance No. 25-128 was forwarded for further consideration at the October 7, 2025, Council
meeting.
E. 25-129 AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF
NOT TO EXCEED $7,100,000 OF NOTES, IN ANTICIPATION OF
THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS, FOR THE PURPOSE OF PAYING
COSTS OF IMPROVING CITY-OWNED PROPERTY LOCATED AT
5810 HUDSON DRIVE BY CONSTRUCTING, FURNISHING
EQUIPPING AND OTHERWISE IMPROVING (i) A NEW SALT
STORAGE FACILITY AND (ii) A NEW BUS MAINTENANCE AND
STORAGE FACILITY AND CLEARING, IMPROVING AND
EQUIPPING THE SITE.
Brief Description: This ordinance allows for the refinancing of existing
financial obligations of the City. It allows for the sale of notes to finance the
cost of the new bus garage and salt storage facility.
Attachments: Fiscal Officer's Certificate
Ordinance No. 25-129
Ordinance No. 25-129 was forwarded for further consideration at the October 7, 2025, Council
meeting.
F. 25-130 AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF
BONDS IN THE MAXIMUM PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF $3,295,000
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FOR THE PURPOSE OF PAYING COSTS OF ACQUIRING REAL
PROPERTY IDENTIFIED BY THE SUMMIT COUNTY FISCAL
OFFICER AS PERMANENT PARCEL NOS. 30-01315 AND 30-01316
AND CONSISTING OF APPROXIMATELY 31 ACRES KNOWN AS
5431 HUDSON DRIVE IN THE CITY FOR THE PURPOSE OF
PROVIDING A FACILITY HOUSING FUNCTIONS OF THE CITY’S
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND CONSTRUCTING,
FURNISHING AND EQUIPPING THAT FACILITY AND CLEARING,
EQUIPPING AND IMPROVING THAT SITE.
Brief Description: This ordinance allows for the financing of the purchase of
the Hudson Drive property that will be used for the new Public Works facility
as well as financing the cost of design of the new facility.
Attachments: Fiscal Officer's Certificate
Ordinance No. 25-130
Ordinance No. 25-130 was forwarded for further consideration at the October 7, 2025, Council
meeting.
G. 25-131 AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF
NOT TO EXCEED $31,000,000 OF NOTES, IN ANTICIPATION OF
THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS FOR THE PURPOSE OF PAYING
COSTS OF CONSTRUCTING, FURNISHING AND EQUIPPING A
FACILITY HOUSING FUNCTIONS OF THE CITY’S DEPARTMENT
OF PUBLIC WORKS AND CLEARING, EQUIPPING AND
IMPROVING THAT SITE THEREOF
Brief Description: This ordinance allows for the financing of the construction
of the new Public Works facility.
Attachments: Fiscal Officer's Certificate
Ordinance No. 25-131
Ordinance No. 25-131 was forwarded for further consideration at the October 7, 2025, Council
meeting.
H. 25-132 AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF
BONDS IN THE MAXIMUM PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF $2,700,000
FOR THE PURPOSE OF PAYING COSTS OF CONSTRUCTING,
FURNISHING AND EQUIPPING A NEW CLUBHOUSE AT THE
CITY’S ELLSWORTH MEADOWS GOLF CLUB AND CLEARING,
IMPROVING AND EQUIPPING ITS SITE.
Brief Description: This ordinance allows for the financing the new clubhouse
at Ellsworth Meadows Golf Club. The total cost is estimated at $3.1 million.
The balance of the project cost will be paid from the golf course fund balance.
Attachments: Fiscal Officer's Certificate
Ordinance No. 25-132
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Ordinance No. 25-132 was forwarded for further consideration at the October 7, 2025, Council
meeting.
I. 25-133 AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF
BONDS IN THE MAXIMUM PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF $2,700,000
FOR THE PURPOSE OF PAYING COSTS OF IMPROVING THE
CITY’S RECREATIONAL FACILITIES BY INSTALLING AND
IMPROVING A MULTIPURPOSE TRAIL ALONG BOSTON MILLS
ROAD BETWEEN OMNI LAKE PARKWAY AND LAKE FOREST
DRIVE AND WITHIN BOSTON MILLS PARK, RENOVATING AND
IMPROVING PARKING FACILITIES WITHIN THE PARK AND
CONSTRUCTING RELATED BRIDGE IMPROVEMENTS OVER
LAKE FOREST.
Brief Description: This ordinance allows for the multi-purpose trail along
Boston Mills Road between Omni Lake Parkway and Lake Forest Drive.
Attachments: Fiscal Officer's Certificate
Ordinance No. 25-133
Ordinance No. 25-133 was forwarded for further consideration at the October 7, 2025, Council
meeting.
J. 25-134 AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF
BONDS IN THE MAXIMUM PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF $1,000,000
FOR THE PURPOSE OF PAYING COSTS OF IMPROVING THE
CITY’S RECREATIONAL FACILITIES BY INSTALLING AND
IMPROVING A MULTIPURPOSE TRAIL ALONG VALLEY VIEW
ROAD BETWEEN STATE ROUTE 91 AND HUNTING HOLLOW
DRIVE AND CONTINUING ON HUNTING HOLLOW DRIVE TO
PROSPECT ROAD.
Brief Description: This ordinance allows for the financing of the trail along
Valley View Road between SR 91 and Hunting Hollow Drive and on Hunting
Hollow Drive to Prospect Road as part of the connectivity plan.
Attachments: Fiscal Officer's Certificate
Ordinance No. 25-134
Ordinance No. 25-134 was forwarded for further consideration at the October 7, 2025, Council
meeting.
K. 25-135 AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF
NOT TO EXCEED $5,000,000 OF NOTES, IN ANTICIPATION OF
THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS, FOR THE PURPOSE OF PAYING
COSTS OF REMODELING, RENOVATING, ENLARGING,
FURNISHING, EQUIPPING AND OTHERWISE IMPROVING THE
CITY’S FIRE/EMS FACILITY INCLUDING CONSTRUCTING A
NEW DETACHED GARAGE BUILDING ON, AND CLEARING,
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IMPROVING AND EQUIPPING, THE SITE.
Brief Description: This ordinance allows for the financing of the
remodeling/renovation of the Fire/EMS facility.
Attachments: Fiscal Officer's Certificate
Ordinance No. 25-135
Ordinance No. 25-135 was forwarded for further consideration at the October 7, 2025, Council
meeting.
L. 25-136 AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF
NOT TO EXCEED $7,500,000 OF NOTES, IN ANTICIPATION OF
THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS, FOR THE PURPOSE OF PAYING
COSTS OF IMPROVING AND EXPANDING THE CITY’S VELOCITY
BROADBAND FIBEROPTIC SYSTEM BY ACQUIRING AND
INSTALLING INFRASTRUCTURE EQUIPMENT TO ENABLE
PROVISION OF RESIDENTIAL INTERNET SERVICE.
Brief Description: This Ordinance authorizes borrowing for the installation
of the expanded residential broadband services.
Attachments: Fiscal Officer's Certificate
Ordinance No. 25-136
Ordinance No. 25-136 was forwarded for further consideration at the October 7, 2025, Council
meeting.
M. 25-143 A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING A 90-DAY MORATORIUM ON
THE ACCEPTANCE OF PRIVATE APPLICATIONS TO THE
PLANNING COMMISSION WHICH ARE SUBJECT TO A PUBLIC
HEARING; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Brief Description: Planning Commission approved a motion to forward the
attached list of Land Development Code recommendations for review by City
Council. Along with the list, the Planning Commission requests City Council
enact a 90-day moratorium on all private (non-government) applications to the
Planning Commission that would require a public hearing.
Attachments: PC Request to City Council
Resolution No. 25-143
Resolution No. 25-143 was forwarded for further consideration at the October 7, 2025, Council
meeting.
N. 25-144 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
RECORD PROTECTIVE COVENANTS FOR THE CITY-OWNED
PARCEL AT 996 HINES HILL ROAD.
Brief Description: The Community Development Department is pursuing
JobsOhio’s SiteOhio program for 996 Hines Hill Road with the goal of
generating more high-quality leads for the acreage. One of the requirements
for a site to become authenticated in the program is to record protective
covenants.
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Attachments: Council Memo - 996 Hines Hill Road Protective Covenants
996 Hines Hill Road Protective Covenants Draft
Resolution No. 25-144
Resolution No. 25-144 was forwarded for further consideration at the October 7, 2025, Council
meeting.
O. 25-145 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADOPT
THE SITE NAME “HUDSON INNOVATION PARK” AND DEVELOP
SITE BRANDING FOR THE CITY-OWNED PARCEL AT 996 HINES
HILL ROAD.
Brief Description: The Community Development Department is pursuing
JobsOhio’s SiteOhio program authentication for 996 Hines Hill Road with the
goal of generating more high-quality leads for the acreage. One of the
recommendations for authentication is to develop a site name and branding.
Attachments: Council Memo - 996 Hines Hill Road Branding
Resolution No. 25-145
Resolution No. 25-145 was forwarded for further consideration at the October 7, 2025, Council
meeting.
P. 25-147 A RESOLUTION DECLARING IT NECESSARY TO RENEW AN
EXISTING 2.9 MILL TAX LEVY AND INCREASE IT BY 0.6 MILL
FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUPPORTING THE FREE PUBLIC
LIBRARY OF THE HUDSON LIBRARY AND HISTORICAL
SOCIETY, AND REQUESTING THE SUMMIT COUNTY FISCAL
OFFICER TO CERTIFY THE TOTAL CURRENT TAX VALUATION
OF THE CITY AND THE DOLLAR AMOUNT OF REVENUE THAT
WOULD BE GENERATED BY THAT LEVY; AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY.
Brief Description: This resolution is a declaration of necessity that will allow
the Library levy to be placed on the May 5, 2026 ballot.
Attachments: Resolution No. 25-147
Resolution No. 25-147 (revised for 10-7-25)
Resolution No. 25-147 was forwarded for further consideration at the October 7, 2025, Council
meeting.
Q. 25-157 AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A RULE TO ALLOW THE
EFFICIENT POSTPONEMENT OF A LEGISLATIVE ITEM;
AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Brief Description: City Council seeks to streamline and clarify its
parliamentary process for postponing items to a date certain.
Attachments: Ordinance No. 25-157
Mr. Sutton provided an explanation on the reason for this change .
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This Ordinance was forwarded for further consideration at the October 7, 2025, Council
meeting.
14. Items to be Added to Future Agendas
None.
15. Adjournment
There being no further discussion, Mr. Foster adjourned the Council workshop meeting at 8:35
p.m.
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Jeffrey L. Anzevino, Mayor
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Christopher W. Foster, President of Council
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Thomas J. Sheridan, City Manager, Clerk of Council Pro Tempore
Workshop Minutes prepared by Melissa Raber, Business Operations Manager - Professional Services .
Upon approval by City Council, this official written summary of the meeting minutes shall become a permanent
record, and the official minutes shall also consist of a permanent audio and video recording, excluding
executive sessions, in accordance with Codified Ordinances, Section 220 .03(d), Council Rules, and Section
220.031 (a), Rules for Workshop Meetings.
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Agenda
City of Hudson, Ohio
Meeting Agenda - Final
City Council
Jeffrey L. Anzevino, Mayor
Christopher W. Foster, President of Council (Ward 2)
Christopher A. Banweg, Council Member (At-Large)
Michael W. Bird, Council Member (Ward 4)
Patricia L. Goetz, Council Member (Ward 1)
Karen E. Heater, Council Member (At-Large)
Nicole V. Kowalski, Council Member (At-Large)
Skylar J. Sutton, Council Member (Ward 3)
Thomas J. Sheridan, City Manager
Marshal Pitchford, City Solicitor & Special Counsel
Aparna Wheeler, Clerk of Council
Tuesday, September 23, 2025 7:30 PM Town Hall
27 East Main Street
Special Council Meeting to begin at 7:30 p.m.; followed by Regular Workshop
Special Meeting:
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
3. Roll Call
4. Appointment of Thomas Sheridan as Clerk of Council Pro Tempore
5. Public Comments
6. Correspondence and Council Comments
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7. Legislation
A. 25-143 A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING A 90-DAY MORATORIUM ON
THE ACCEPTANCE OF PRIVATE APPLICATIONS TO THE
PLANNING COMMISSION WHICH ARE SUBJECT TO A PUBLIC
HEARING; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Brief Description: Planning Commission approved a motion to forward the
attached list of Land Development Code recommendations for review by City
Council. Along with the list, the Planning Commission requests City Council
enact a 90-day moratorium on all private (non-government) applications to the
Planning Commission that would require a public hearing.
Attachments: PC Request to City Council
Resolution No. 25-143
Second Reading
Legislative History
9/9/25 City Council Workshop discussed
9/9/25 City Council Workshop item forwarded to the City Council
9/16/25 City Council to suspend the rule requiring three readings
8. Adjournment
Regular Workshop:
9. Call to Order
10. Correspondence and Council Comments
11. Discussion Items
A. 25-0116 Downtown Development Project Update
Brief Description:
Staff will provide an update on the previously requested RFP seeking firms to
support a City-led preliminary site plan, preliminary market analysis, and
project name/identity.
Attachments: Staff Memo - Downtown Development RFP and Site Identity
Market Analysis Report
RFP with Appendices
Site Identity
City of Hudson, Ohio Page 2 Printed on 9/19/2025
City Council Meeting Agenda - Final September 23, 2025
B. 25-0117 A Discussion on the Abraham Lincoln Historical Plaque on City Property.
Brief Description: A discussion on the historical plaque located just south of
the intersection of Maple Drive and College Street on the Hudson property
parcel #32-02112.
Attachments: Abraham Lincoln Plaque
Existing Site Location Map
Map A
Map B
Route of Abraham Lincoln's 1861 Inauguration train trip
Village of Hudson 1856 Map
12. Proposed Consent Agenda for October 7, 2025, Council Meeting
A. TMP-8132 AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING THE DEDICATION OF THE PUBLIC
STREET AND EASEMENTS ALONG FRANKLIN STREET,
ENTERING INTO EASEMENT AGREEMENTS WITH PROPERTY
OWNERS, AND VACATING A PORTION OF FRANKLIN STREET.
Brief Description: Staff is requesting to formally dedicate Franklin Street as a
public right-of-way. This ordinance also includes a request to vacate an
eight-foot-wide section of the proposed right-of-way along the west side of
Franklin Street and a reservation of five-foot-wide sidewalk and utility
easements. These new easements, which will be provided by adjacent property
owners, will accommodate the construction of a new sidewalk and the
installation of underground utilities.
Attachments: Exhibit A: Franklin Street Dedication
Draft Resolution
B. TMP-8223 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
ADVERTISE FOR BIDS AND ENTER INTO A CONTRACT FOR
STATE ROUTE 91/TEREX ROAD TURN LANE IMPROVEMENTS
(PID #116929).
Brief Description: This project will include the lengthening of the eastbound,
Terex Road left turn lane and a new left turn lane along westbound Terex Road
into the former JoAnn Stores parking lot.
Attachments: Exhibit - 91/Terex Improvement
Draft Resolution
C. TMP-8221 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
ADVERTISE FOR BIDS AND ENTER INTO A CONTRACT FOR E.
BARLOW ROAD RESURFACING (PID #116925).
Brief Description: This project includes the resurfacing of E. Barlow Road
from the Norfolk Southern Railroad Tracks, east to Stow Road.
Attachments: Draft Resolution
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City Council Meeting Agenda - Final September 23, 2025
D. TMP-8234 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
ADVERTISE FOR BIDS AND ENTER INTO A CONTRACT FOR THE
DOWNTOWN PEDESTRIAN PHASE 2 PROJECT (PID# 120285)
Brief Description: This project includes new curb ramps and sidewalk along
S. Main Street between Bard Drive and Stoney Hill Drive.
Attachments: Draft Resolution
E. TMP-8224 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
ADVERTISE FOR BIDS AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTS FOR THE
2026 CAPITAL MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS OF THE CITY OF
HUDSON.
Brief Description: This Resolution would authorize the advertisement,
receipt of bids and award of contracts for the annual road programs that will
comprise the 2026 Annual Capital Maintenance Program. The program
includes Line Striping, Crack Sealing, Concrete Replacement/Repair, Catch
Basin Repair Program, and Asphalt Resurfacing and Patching Program. Award
of these projects will be based upon the approved 2026 capital budget.
Attachments: Draft Resolution
F. TMP-8222 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
ADVERTISE FOR BIDS AND TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT FOR
THE DIVISION STREET CULVERT REPLACEMENT WITH THE
LOWEST AND BEST BIDDER; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Brief Description: In June, City workers investigated a sink hole on Division
Street. An inspection of the utility infrastructure under the road identified that
the storm water “box culvert” was deteriorating and starting to fail.
Consequently, staff closed this section of Division Street and temporarily
placed steel plates over the failing section of culvert. Staff evaluated
alternative solutions to repair the culvert and identified that a portion of the lid
to the box culvert needs replaced.
Attachments: Exhibit - Division St Box Culvert Repair
Draft Resolution
G. TMP-8230 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADOPT
A PROJECT NAME AND DEVELOP SITE BRANDING FOR THE
CITY-OWNED DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT SITE.
Brief Description: Staff is requesting Council support to rebrand the property
with a name that separates it from prior development concepts, which are no
longer relevant, and draws attention to interesting local features. Upon
selection of a name, City staff could re-introduce the site to the community
through a strategic communications plan.
Attachments: Site Identity
Draft Resolution
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City Council Meeting Agenda - Final September 23, 2025
H. TMP-8231 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ISSUE A
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR PROFESSIONAL
ARCHITECTURAL AND ENGINEERING DESIGN SERVICES FOR
THE DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT PRELIMINARY PLAN AND TO
AWARD TO THE MOST QUALIFIED CONSULTANT; AND
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Brief Description: Request for Proposals is to obtain proposals from qualified
individuals or firms, interested in contributing technical services to a City-led
preliminary site plan for the approximate 21-acre property located immediately
west of the existing First and Main downtown development in Hudson, Ohio.
Attachments: RFP with Appendices
Draft Resolution
I. TMP-8233 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
ADVERTISE FOR COMPETITIVE BIDS AND TO ENTER INTO A
CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE HUDSON PUBLIC
WORKS FACILITY PROJECT; AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY.
Brief Description: This project involves comprehensive site preparation,
infrastructure development, and the construction of the Hudson Public Works
Facility, along with new storage facilities.
Attachments: Draft Resolution
13. Proposed Legislation for October 7, 2025, Council Meeting
A. 25-92 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 1205 AND 1206 OF THE
LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE RELEVANT TO REGULATIONS
APPLICABLE TO BOARDING KENNELS AND VETERINARY
FACILITIES.
Brief Description: Ordinance to revise the districts which permit boarding
kennels and veterinary facilities and to incorporate a 300 foot setback to
adjacent residentially zoned parcels for boarding kennels.
Attachments: Council Memo 8.15.25 LDC Amendment Vet Clinic and Boarding Kennels
Existing Vet Clinics and Boarding Kennels
PC Decision 25-755 - LDC amendment - Boarding Kennels and Vet Clinics
Ordinance No. 25-92 (as introduced)
Draft Ordinance (7.17.25) with PC Recommendation
Ordinance No. 25-92 (9.16.25) Sutton Proposed Changes
Ordinance No. 25-92 has had three readings and is actionable on October 7, 2025.
Legislative History
5/27/25 City Council Workshop item forwarded to the City Council
6/3/25 City Council first reading & referral to the Planning
Commission
7/22/25 City Council item forwarded to the City Council
8/5/25 City Council public hearing held
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City Council Meeting Agenda - Final September 23, 2025
8/5/25 City Council second reading
8/5/25 City Council item forwarded to the City Council
8/19/25 City Council third reading
8/19/25 City Council postponed to a date certain to the City Council
9/9/25 City Council Workshop item forwarded to the City Council
9/16/25 City Council public hearing held
9/16/25 City Council third reading
9/16/25 City Council postponed to a date certain to the City Council
B. 25-110 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 1206 OF THE LAND
DEVELOPMENT CODE RELEVANT TO REMOVE ASSISTED
LIVING, CONTINUING CARE RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES, AND
INSTITUTIONAL RESIDENTIAL FROM ALLOWED USES WITHIN
THE COMMERCIAL-FOCUSED DISTRICTS.
Brief Description: Proposed amendment to the Land Development Code to
remove Assisted Living, Continuing Care Retirement Communities, and
Institutional Residential from allowed uses within the commercial focused
districts.
Attachments: Exhibit A and B
Map of Existing Facilities
City Council memo July 8 2025 workshop
Ordinance No. 25-110
Ordinance No. 25-110 is scheduled for a third reading on October 7, 2025. Staff requests
postponing to a date certain of November 18, 2025.
Legislative History
7/8/25 City Council item forwarded to the City Council
7/15/25 City Council first reading & referral to the Planning
Commission
9/9/25 City Council Workshop item forwarded to the City Council
9/16/25 City Council second reading
C. 25-127 AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF
$740,000 OF TAXABLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT NONTAX
REVENUE BOND ANTICIPATION NOTES, IN ANTICIPATION OF
THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS, FOR THE PURPOSE OF PAYING
COSTS OF ACQUIRING APPROXIMATELY 4.0 ACRES OF REAL
PROPERTY LOCATED NEAR THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF
OWEN BROWN STREET AND MORSE ROAD.
Brief Description: This ordinance allows for the refinancing of existing
financial obligations of the City. It allows for the rollover of note proceeds
used to pay for the former Windstream property at 100 Owen Brown Street,
purchased as part of the Downtown Phase II Project.
Attachments: Ordinance No. 25-127
Ordinance No. 25-127 is scheduled for a third reading on October 7, 2025.
Legislative History
8/26/25 City Council Workshop item forwarded to the City Council
City of Hudson, Ohio Page 6 Printed on 9/19/2025
City Council Meeting Agenda - Final September 23, 2025
9/2/25 City Council first reading
9/9/25 City Council Workshop item forwarded to the City Council
9/16/25 City Council second reading
D. 25-128 AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF
$925,000 OF TAXABLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT NONTAX
REVENUE BOND ANTICIPATION NOTES, IN ANTICIPATION OF
THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS, FOR THE PURPOSE OF PAYING
COSTS OF ACQUIRING APPROXIMATELY 1.0 ACRE OF REAL
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 94 OWEN BROWN STREET.
Brief Description: This ordinance allows for the financing of the former
Windstream property at 94 Owen Brown Street, purchased as part of the
Downtown Phase II Project.
Attachments: Ordinance No. 25-128
Ordinance No. 25-128 is scheduled for a third reading on October 7, 2025.
Legislative History
8/26/25 City Council Workshop item forwarded to the City Council
9/2/25 City Council first reading
9/9/25 City Council Workshop item forwarded to the City Council
9/16/25 City Council second reading
E. 25-129 AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF
NOT TO EXCEED $7,100,000 OF NOTES, IN ANTICIPATION OF THE
ISSUANCE OF BONDS, FOR THE PURPOSE OF PAYING COSTS OF
IMPROVING CITY-OWNED PROPERTY LOCATED AT 5810
HUDSON DRIVE BY CONSTRUCTING, FURNISHING EQUIPPING
AND OTHERWISE IMPROVING (i) A NEW SALT STORAGE
FACILITY AND (ii) A NEW BUS MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
FACILITY AND CLEARING, IMPROVING AND EQUIPPING THE
SITE.
Brief Description: This ordinance allows for the refinancing of existing
financial obligations of the City. It allows for the sale of notes to finance the
cost of the new bus garage and salt storage facility.
Attachments: Fiscal Officer's Certificate
Ordinance No. 25-129
Ordinance No. 25-129 is scheduled for a third reading on October 7, 2025.
Legislative History
8/26/25 City Council Workshop item forwarded to the City Council
9/2/25 City Council first reading
9/9/25 City Council Workshop item forwarded to the City Council
9/16/25 City Council second reading
City of Hudson, Ohio Page 7 Printed on 9/19/2025
City Council Meeting Agenda - Final September 23, 2025
F. 25-130 AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF
BONDS IN THE MAXIMUM PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF $3,295,000
FOR THE PURPOSE OF PAYING COSTS OF ACQUIRING REAL
PROPERTY IDENTIFIED BY THE SUMMIT COUNTY FISCAL
OFFICER AS PERMANENT PARCEL NOS. 30-01315 AND 30-01316
AND CONSISTING OF APPROXIMATELY 31 ACRES KNOWN AS
5431 HUDSON DRIVE IN THE CITY FOR THE PURPOSE OF
PROVIDING A FACILITY HOUSING FUNCTIONS OF THE CITY’S
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND CONSTRUCTING,
FURNISHING AND EQUIPPING THAT FACILITY AND CLEARING,
EQUIPPING AND IMPROVING THAT SITE.
Brief Description: This ordinance allows for the financing of the purchase of
the Hudson Drive property that will be used for the new Public Works facility
as well as financing the cost of design of the new facility.
Attachments: Fiscal Officer's Certificate
Ordinance No. 25-130
Ordinance No. 25-130 is scheduled for a third reading on October 7, 2025.
Legislative History
8/26/25 City Council Workshop item forwarded to the City Council
9/2/25 City Council first reading
9/9/25 City Council Workshop item forwarded to the City Council
9/16/25 City Council second reading
G. 25-131 AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF
NOT TO EXCEED $31,000,000 OF NOTES, IN ANTICIPATION OF
THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS FOR THE PURPOSE OF PAYING
COSTS OF CONSTRUCTING, FURNISHING AND EQUIPPING A
FACILITY HOUSING FUNCTIONS OF THE CITY’S DEPARTMENT
OF PUBLIC WORKS AND CLEARING, EQUIPPING AND
IMPROVING THAT SITE THEREOF
Brief Description: This ordinance allows for the financing of the construction
of the new Public Works facility.
Attachments: Fiscal Officer's Certificate
Ordinance No. 25-131
Ordinance No. 25-131 is scheduled for a third reading on October 7, 2025.
Legislative History
8/26/25 City Council Workshop item forwarded to the City Council
9/2/25 City Council first reading
9/9/25 City Council Workshop item forwarded to the City Council
9/16/25 City Council second reading
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City Council Meeting Agenda - Final September 23, 2025
H. 25-132 AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF
BONDS IN THE MAXIMUM PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF $2,700,000
FOR THE PURPOSE OF PAYING COSTS OF CONSTRUCTING,
FURNISHING AND EQUIPPING A NEW CLUBHOUSE AT THE
CITY’S ELLSWORTH MEADOWS GOLF CLUB AND CLEARING,
IMPROVING AND EQUIPPING ITS SITE.
Brief Description: This ordinance allows for the financing the new clubhouse
at Ellsworth Meadows Golf Club. The total cost is estimated at $3.1 million.
The balance of the project cost will be paid from the golf course fund balance.
Attachments: Fiscal Officer's Certificate
Ordinance No. 25-132
Ordinance No. 25-132 is scheduled for a third reading on October 7, 2025.
Legislative History
8/26/25 City Council Workshop item forwarded to the City Council
9/2/25 City Council first reading
9/9/25 City Council Workshop item forwarded to the City Council
9/16/25 City Council second reading
I. 25-133 AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF
BONDS IN THE MAXIMUM PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF $2,700,000
FOR THE PURPOSE OF PAYING COSTS OF IMPROVING THE
CITY’S RECREATIONAL FACILITIES BY INSTALLING AND
IMPROVING A MULTIPURPOSE TRAIL ALONG BOSTON MILLS
ROAD BETWEEN OMNI LAKE PARKWAY AND LAKE FOREST
DRIVE AND WITHIN BOSTON MILLS PARK, RENOVATING AND
IMPROVING PARKING FACILITIES WITHIN THE PARK AND
CONSTRUCTING RELATED BRIDGE IMPROVEMENTS OVER
LAKE FOREST.
Brief Description: This ordinance allows for the multi-purpose trail along
Boston Mills Road between Omni Lake Parkway and Lake Forest Drive.
Attachments: Fiscal Officer's Certificate
Ordinance No. 25-133
Ordinance No. 25-133 is scheduled for a third reading on October 7, 2025.
Legislative History
8/26/25 City Council Workshop item forwarded to the City Council
9/2/25 City Council first reading
9/9/25 City Council Workshop item forwarded to the City Council
9/16/25 City Council second reading
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City Council Meeting Agenda - Final September 23, 2025
J. 25-134 AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF
BONDS IN THE MAXIMUM PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF $1,000,000
FOR THE PURPOSE OF PAYING COSTS OF IMPROVING THE
CITY’S RECREATIONAL FACILITIES BY INSTALLING AND
IMPROVING A MULTIPURPOSE TRAIL ALONG VALLEY VIEW
ROAD BETWEEN STATE ROUTE 91 AND HUNTING HOLLOW
DRIVE AND CONTINUING ON HUNTING HOLLOW DRIVE TO
PROSPECT ROAD.
Brief Description: This ordinance allows for the financing of the trail along
Valley View Road between SR 91 and Hunting Hollow Drive and on Hunting
Hollow Drive to Prospect Road as part of the connectivity plan.
Attachments: Fiscal Officer's Certificate
Ordinance No. 25-134
Ordinance No. 25-134 is scheduled for a third reading on October 7, 2025.
Legislative History
8/26/25 City Council Workshop item forwarded to the City Council
9/2/25 City Council first reading
9/9/25 City Council Workshop item forwarded to the City Council
9/16/25 City Council second reading
K. 25-135 AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF
NOT TO EXCEED $5,000,000 OF NOTES, IN ANTICIPATION OF THE
ISSUANCE OF BONDS, FOR THE PURPOSE OF PAYING COSTS OF
REMODELING, RENOVATING, ENLARGING, FURNISHING,
EQUIPPING AND OTHERWISE IMPROVING THE CITY’S
FIRE/EMS FACILITY INCLUDING CONSTRUCTING A NEW
DETACHED GARAGE BUILDING ON, AND CLEARING,
IMPROVING AND EQUIPPING, THE SITE.
Brief Description: This ordinance allows for the financing of the
remodeling/renovation of the Fire/EMS facility.
Attachments: Fiscal Officer's Certificate
Ordinance No. 25-135
Ordinance No. 25-135 is scheduled for a third reading on October 7, 2025.
Legislative History
8/26/25 City Council Workshop item forwarded to the City Council
9/2/25 City Council first reading
9/9/25 City Council Workshop item forwarded to the City Council
9/16/25 City Council second reading
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City Council Meeting Agenda - Final September 23, 2025
L. 25-136 AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF
NOT TO EXCEED $7,500,000 OF NOTES, IN ANTICIPATION OF THE
ISSUANCE OF BONDS, FOR THE PURPOSE OF PAYING COSTS OF
IMPROVING AND EXPANDING THE CITY’S VELOCITY
BROADBAND FIBEROPTIC SYSTEM BY ACQUIRING AND
INSTALLING INFRASTRUCTURE EQUIPMENT TO ENABLE
PROVISION OF RESIDENTIAL INTERNET SERVICE.
Brief Description: This Ordinance authorizes borrowing for the installation of
the expanded residential broadband services.
Attachments: Fiscal Officer's Certificate
Ordinance No. 25-136
Ordinance No. 25-136 is scheduled for a third reading on October 7, 2025.
Legislative History
8/26/25 City Council Workshop item forwarded to the City Council
9/2/25 City Council first reading
9/9/25 City Council Workshop item forwarded to the City Council
9/16/25 City Council second reading
M. 25-143 A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING A 90-DAY MORATORIUM ON
THE ACCEPTANCE OF PRIVATE APPLICATIONS TO THE
PLANNING COMMISSION WHICH ARE SUBJECT TO A PUBLIC
HEARING; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Brief Description: Planning Commission approved a motion to forward the
attached list of Land Development Code recommendations for review by City
Council. Along with the list, the Planning Commission requests City Council
enact a 90-day moratorium on all private (non-government) applications to the
Planning Commission that would require a public hearing.
Attachments: PC Request to City Council
Resolution No. 25-143
Resolution No. 25-143 is scheduled for a third reading on October 7, 2025.
Legislative History
9/9/25 City Council Workshop discussed
9/9/25 City Council Workshop item forwarded to the City Council
9/16/25 City Council to suspend the rule requiring three readings
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City Council Meeting Agenda - Final September 23, 2025
N. 25-144 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
RECORD PROTECTIVE COVENANTS FOR THE CITY-OWNED
PARCEL AT 996 HINES HILL ROAD.
Brief Description: The Community Development Department is pursuing
JobsOhio’s SiteOhio program for 996 Hines Hill Road with the goal of
generating more high-quality leads for the acreage. One of the requirements for
a site to become authenticated in the program is to record protective covenants.
Attachments: Council Memo - 996 Hines Hill Road Protective Covenants
996 Hines Hill Road Protective Covenants Draft
Resolution No. 25-144
Resolution No. 25-144 is scheduled for a second reading on October 7, 2025.
Legislative History
9/9/25 City Council Workshop item forwarded to the City Council
9/16/25 City Council first reading
O. 25-145 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADOPT
THE SITE NAME “HUDSON INNOVATION PARK” AND DEVELOP
SITE BRANDING FOR THE CITY-OWNED PARCEL AT 996 HINES
HILL ROAD.
Brief Description: The Community Development Department is pursuing
JobsOhio’s SiteOhio program authentication for 996 Hines Hill Road with the
goal of generating more high-quality leads for the acreage. One of the
recommendations for authentication is to develop a site name and branding.
Attachments: Council Memo - 996 Hines Hill Road Branding
Resolution No. 25-145
Resolution No. 25-145 is scheduled for a second reading on October 7, 2025.
Legislative History
9/9/25 City Council Workshop item forwarded to the City Council
9/16/25 City Council first reading
P. 25-147 A RESOLUTION DECLARING IT NECESSARY TO RENEW AN
EXISTING 2.9 MILL TAX LEVY AND INCREASE IT BY 0.6 MILL
FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUPPORTING THE FREE PUBLIC
LIBRARY OF THE HUDSON LIBRARY AND HISTORICAL
SOCIETY, AND REQUESTING THE SUMMIT COUNTY FISCAL
OFFICER TO CERTIFY THE TOTAL CURRENT TAX VALUATION
OF THE CITY AND THE DOLLAR AMOUNT OF REVENUE THAT
WOULD BE GENERATED BY THAT LEVY; AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY.
Brief Description: This resolution is a declaration of necessity that will allow
the Library levy to be placed on the May 5, 2026 ballot.
Attachments: Resolution No. 25-147
Resolution No. 25-147 is scheduled for a second reading on October 7, 2025.
Legislative History
9/9/25 City Council Workshop discussed
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City Council Meeting Agenda - Final September 23, 2025
9/9/25 City Council Workshop item forwarded to the City Council
9/16/25 City Council first reading
Q. TMP-8198 AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A RULE TO ALLOW THE
EFFICIENT POSTPONEMENT OF A LEGISLATIVE ITEM;
AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Brief Description: City Council seeks to streamline and clarify its
parliamentary process for postponing items to a date certain.
Attachments: Draft Legislation
This Ordinance is scheduled for a first reading on October 7, 2025.
14. Items to be Added to Future Agendas
15. Adjournment
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