Ashtabula County, Ohio

Public Works/Public Utilities/Cable/Schools Committee

City Council

Ashtabula City Council will vote on contracts for tree removal and the disposal of obsolete vehicles. The body is also discussing a loan agreement for wastewater facilities and updates to ordinances regarding tobacco sales to persons under 21.

• Ordinance 2026-131: Contract with Brobst Tree & Stump Service for tree removal
• Ordinance 2026-132: Water Pollution Control Loan Fund (WPCLF) agreement for wastewater facilities
• Ordinance 2026-133: Disposal of obsolete and unneeded vehicles
• Ordinance 2026-134: Repeal of tobacco sale penalties for persons under 21 to impose new fines and license suspension criteria
• Ordinance 2026-135: Adoption of new codified ordinance chapter regarding tobacco sales to persons under 21

City Council

The City Council will meet to receive administrative and committee reports. The agenda includes time for the discussion of new business, proposed legislation, and legislation on second reading.

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee will review the Finance Director's reports on taxes, cash position, revenue, and expenses. The committee is also discussing the development of a policy regarding general fund borrowing practices.

• Development of a policy on General Fund borrowing practices
• Finance Director's Income Tax Report
• Statement of Cash Position
• Revenue and Expense Reports

Safety Forces Committee

The Ashtabula Safety Forces Committee will hear monthly statistical reports from the police and fire departments, along with updates from the city manager and city solicitor. The agenda also includes opening procedures, visitor acknowledgement, and scheduling of the next meeting.

• Police Department monthly statistics for June
• Fire Department monthly statistics for June
• City Manager's Report
• City Solicitor's Report

City Council

The City Council will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including adopting the Ashtabula County Hazard Mitigation Plan, approving the 2027 tax budget, and setting compensation for municipal court employees. Other items include disposing of obsolete vehicles, repealing a prior resolution on accessory structures, renewing a prescription benefit consultant contract, purchasing recycling containers, and authorizing HVAC repairs at the Annex Building. Public hearings continue on ordinances removing background check requirements for certain permits.

• Adoption of Ashtabula County Hazard Mitigation Plan (Resolution 2026-124)
• Approval of 2027 tax budget (Ordinance 2026-129)
• Municipal court employee compensation and wages (Ordinances 2026-127 and 128)
• Disposal of obsolete vehicles round 2 (Ordinance 2026-121)
• Repeal of resolution on accessory structures over 200 sq ft (Resolution 2026-122)

City Council

This pre-council meeting includes administrative reports from the city manager, finance director, solicitor, and clerk, as well as committee reports. New and old business will be discussed, but no specific votes or public hearings are scheduled.

• Administrative reports: city manager, finance director, solicitor, clerk
• Committee reports from five standing committees
• Discussion of new and old proposed legislation
• Scheduled committee meeting dates for July–December 2026

Community Development/Economic Development/Parks & Recreation Committee

The Ashtabula City Council committee will meet to hear a presentation on emergency preparedness and discuss unfinished and new business. The meeting is scheduled for July 1, 2026.

• Emergency Preparedness presentation by Yvonka Hall
• Parks & Recreation Committee Report
• Unfinished Business
• New Business
• Next meeting scheduled for August 5, 2026

The committee received updates on various city grants and infrastructure projects. City Manager James Timonere announced his intention to recommend the repeal of the current accessory structure moratorium to City Council.

• Proposed repeal of the accessory structure moratorium for structures over 200 square feet
• Noted $743,184 Brownfield grant award for Tannery Hill cleanup
• Noted $295,000 CDBG Flexible Grant received for Renick second-floor improvements
• Deferred Hulbert Hill critical infrastructure work to next spring

Public Works/Public Utilities/Cable/Schools Committee

The Public Works, Public Utilities, Cable, and Schools Committee will meet to receive reports from the City Manager, Public Works, and Water Pollution Control. The meeting includes a special presentation from Ashtabula Area City Schools Superintendent Lisa Newsome.

• Presentation by Superintendent Lisa Newsome of Ashtabula Area City Schools
• Water Pollution Control Report
• Public Works Report
• City Manager's Report

City Council

The City Council holds a public hearing to discuss the proposed 2027 tax budget. The meeting allows for public questions and comments on the budget.

• Public hearing on the 2027 tax budget

The City Council held a public hearing to review the proposed 2027 Tax Budget presented by Finance Director Vladimir Kan. The budget includes projected deficits for fiscal year 2026 and 2027 driven by union obligations and rising healthcare costs. A formal vote on the budget is scheduled for the July 6, 2026, regular meeting.

• Held public hearing on 2027 Tax Budget

City Council

This pre-council meeting will include administrative reports from the city manager, finance director, city solicitor, and clerk of council. Committee reports from five standing committees will be reviewed, and council will discuss a status update on the proposed Thriving Communities Commission Ordinance. New and old business items will also be discussed.

• Status update on proposed Thriving Communities Commission Ordinance
• Finance & Personnel committee meeting scheduled June 19 has been cancelled
• Administrative reports from city manager, finance director, city solicitor, and clerk of council
• Committee reports from Community Development/Economic Development/Parks & Rec, Public Works/Public Utilities/Cable/Schools, Safety Forces, Planning Commission & Historic Preservation
• Discussion of new and old business/proposed legislation

The pre-council meeting included discussions on various ordinances regarding city services, construction projects, and updated financial policies. No formal votes were recorded during this session as it was a pre-council meeting to review upcoming items.

• Proposed change order for West Avenue Sidewalk Project wage language
• Proposed purchase of used garbage truck for up to $63,500
• Proposed rate increase for Concierge Nurse Navigator service
• Proposed YMCA lifeguard contract for Walnut Beach up to $41,215.20
• Proposed CHIP grant application partnership with the county
• Proposed change order for Main Avenue Streetscape Project deduction of $3,276
• Proposed repeal of MOU with Eastgate Regional Council of Governments
• Proposed adoption of Unclaimed Funds Policy

City Council

Ashtabula City Council will vote on 14 ordinances covering residential tax abatements (100% for 7 years for new homes at 1034 Ohio Ave and 1802 W. 10th St), a garbage truck purchase, a change order for sidewalk restoration, and a CHIP grant application for housing. First readings include a proposal to remove the requirement for completed FBI and BCI background checks.

• Residential tax abatement at 100% for 7 years for new home at 1034 Ohio Ave (Ordinance 2026-107)
• Residential tax abatement at 100% for 7 years for new home at 1802 W. 10th St (Ordinance 2026-108)
• Purchase of 2009 IHC 7400 garbage truck from Refuse Equipment and Truck Services (Ordinance 2026-110)
• Change order for Main Avenue Streetscape improvements (Ordinance 2026-116)
• First reading to repeal requirement for FBI/BCI background checks (Ordinance 2026-97)

The City Council approved two residential tax abatement agreements for new structures. Additionally, the council passed a consent agenda containing multiple ordinances regarding city operations, equipment, and policies.

• Approved 7-year residential tax abatement for 1034 Ohio Ave (5-1)
• Approved 7-year residential tax abatement for 1802 W. 10th St (5-1)
• Passed consent agenda containing ordinances 2026-109 through 2026-120 (6-0)
• Passed consent agenda containing ordinances 2026-97 and 2026-98 (6-0)
• Approved excuse for Vice President Russell Simeone (6-0)

Safety Forces Committee

The Ashtabula Safety Forces Committee will receive monthly statistics from the police and fire departments, hear a presentation from Lt. Mike Palinkas on the Safe Streets Task Force, discuss bicycle regulations as unfinished business, and consider a new business item regarding a white truck on West 9th Street.

• Special guest presentation: Lt. Mike Palinkas, Safe Streets Task Force update
• APD May stats report
• AFD May stats report
• Unfinished business: Bicycle Regulations
• New business: White Truck on W. 9th Street

The committee received updates on the FBI Safe Streets Task Force and department statistics for police and fire services. Discussions included potential recruitment incentives for police officers and existing bicycle regulations. No substantive votes or formal decisions were recorded during this meeting.

• No substantive decisions or votes were recorded

Community Development/Economic Development/Parks & Recreation Committee

The Community Development Committee will discuss unfinished business regarding food truck legislation and hear a presentation from a local real estate professional. The meeting is scheduled for June 3, 2026.

• Food Truck Legislation (Unfinished Business)
• Presentation by Bruce Schlosser of BHHS Professional Realty
• Parks & Recreation Committee Report
• City Manager’s Report
• Next meeting scheduled for July 1, 2026

The Community Development/Economic Development/Parks & Recreation Committee received a housing market presentation, updates on code enforcement, tax abatement review, Main Avenue reconstruction, and Parks & Recreation activities. Members discussed food‑truck ordinance background‑check requirements, but no vote or formal action was recorded. The meeting concluded without any approved, denied, or tabled motions.

City Council

The City Council will vote on several ordinances including a health insurance contract and a state grant application. The body is also considering changes to city parking rules and utility billing guidelines.

• Ordinance 2026-101: Application for $150,000 grant for Hulbert Avenue public parking lot improvements
• Ordinance 2026-100: Contract with Jefferson Health Care for employee health, dental, and vision insurance
• Ordinance 2026-102: Prohibiting parking on the north side of West 13th Street between Lake Avenue and Ohio Avenue
• Ordinance 2026-105: Adoption of utility billing write-off and abatement guidelines
• Ordinance 2026-103: Supplemental appropriation changes to the General Fund and other funds

President John Roskovics announced the Beach Glass Festival and a Pride Cookout at the end of the month, the re‑opening of the Crow's Nest, and encouraged residents to visit the new business Patina on the Lake on Bridge Street. No formal motions, votes, or policy decisions were recorded. The council adjourned at 7:40 p.m. and will meet again on June 15, 2026.

City Council

The City Council is meeting to review administrative reports and discuss new and old business. The agenda consists of procedural items and reports from city officials and committees.

The council discussed old business and legislation on second reading, but no action was recorded. Councilor Jane DiGiacomo offered and the council accepted formal recognition of individuals who contributed to the 2026 Memorial Day Parade. The meeting adjourned at 7:01 p.m. and the next council meeting is set for June 15, 2026.

• Formal recognition of 2026 Memorial Day Parade contributors (no vote recorded)
• Discussion of old business/legislation on second reading (no action taken)

City Council

City Council will consider several ordinances regarding equipment procurement and personnel agreements. The body is also reviewing changes to the city's capital improvement policy and background check requirements.

• Purchase of a Dodge Ram 2500 from Montrose Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram
• Acquisition of a Dodge Ram 5500 dump truck from Columbiana Chrysler Jeep Dodge
• Contract with Proline Technology for security cameras in the City Annex
• Two-year employment agreement for Ms. Rachelle Babcock starting June 8, 2026
• Adoption of the City of Ashtabula Capital Improvement Policy

The council excused two absent members and added pending payroll ordinances to the agenda before approving the agenda order. It adopted several consent‑agenda ordinances, including vehicle purchases and a capital‑improvement policy, and voted to repeal the FBI and BCI background‑check requirement for food‑truck permits (Ordinance 2026‑97). All motions passed, with the repeal vote 4‑1.

• Excused Councilor Jodi Mills (voice vote, unanimous)
• Excused Councilor Jane DiGiacomo (voice vote, unanimous)
• Added Ordinances 2026‑87 and 2026‑88 to agenda (voice vote, 5 yeas, 1 nay)
• Approved order of agenda (voice vote, unanimous)
• Disposed Ordinances 2026‑87 and 2026‑88 by consent agenda (voice vote, unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinances 2026‑91 through 96 and 99 (voice vote, unanimous)
• Repealed food‑truck background‑check requirement (Ordinance 2026‑97) (roll‑call vote, 4 yeas, 1 nay)
• Approved May 4 minutes with added comment (voice vote, unanimous)

City Council

The Ashtabula City Council will hold a pre‑council meeting to hear reports from the City Manager, Finance Director, City Solicitor, and Clerk. Committee reports for Community Development, Finance & Personnel, Public Works, Safety Forces, and Planning/Historic Preservation will be presented. The council will then discuss new proposed legislation and review old legislation slated for a second reading.

• Discussion of New Business/Proposed Legislation
• Discussion of Old Business/Legislation on for 2nd Reading
• City Manager report
• Finance Director report
• City Solicitor report

Council members heard presentations on vehicle purchase ordinances, a finance employment agreement, supplemental appropriations, and a capital improvement policy, but no votes or approvals were recorded. The meeting also discussed the accessory‑structure moratorium and procedural questions, with the City Solicitor agreeing to research a variance option. The session adjourned without any formal decisions.

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee will hear the Finance Director's report on May 2026 financial statements including income tax, cash position, revenue, and expenses. Unfinished business includes discussion of a court credit card. The committee will also consider rescheduling the June meeting due to the Juneteenth holiday.

• Finance Director’s Report: May 2026 Income Tax Report, Statement of Cash Position, Revenue and Expense Reports
• Unfinished Business: Discussion of Court Credit Card
• Reschedule June meeting due to Juneteenth holiday

The Finance & Personnel Committee instructed Finance Director Vladimir Kan to send a memorandum to the Municipal Court requesting additional documentation for disputed credit‑card charges. The committee also cancelled the scheduled June 19, 2026 meeting and set the next meeting for July 17, 2026 at 8:30 a.m.

• Directed Finance Director Kan to send memo to Court requesting documentation for disputed credit‑card charges
• Cancelled the June 19, 2026 meeting and rescheduled the next meeting for July 17, 2026

City Council

The Safety Forces Committee will hear updates from the police and fire chiefs, including April statistics. The meeting also includes reports from the city manager and city solicitor, and addresses any unfinished or new business. No specific actions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Police Department – Chief’s Report (April stats)
• Fire Department – Chief’s Report (April stats)
• City Manager’s Report
• City Solicitor’s Report
• Unfinished Business

The Safety Forces Committee voted to advance an ordinance that would eliminate parking on one side of West 13th Street between Lake Avenue and Ohio Avenue. The motion was made by Vice Chair Kym Foglio, seconded by President John Roskovics, and carried by voice vote. No other substantive actions were decided during the meeting.

• Approved ordinance to eliminate parking on one side of West 13th Street between Lake Ave and Ohio Ave (voice vote)

Community Development/Economic Development/Parks & Recreation Committee

The Community Development, Economic Development, and Parks & Recreation Committee will meet to receive a special guest presentation regarding America 250 Ashtabula County. The meeting also includes reports from the City Manager and the Parks & Recreation Committee.

• Special guest presentation: America 250 Ashtabula County
• City Manager’s Report
• Parks & Recreation Committee Report

The committee heard a presentation on the America 250 celebration planned for July 4 at Giddings Park. Councilors raised questions about inclusive representation for the Walk of Time exhibit. The City Manager reported on park maintenance, lifeguard outreach, and the Bands on the Beach program. A $5,000 donation was offered for a swing set and court resurfacing at Clifford Kadon Presidential Park, but no formal approval or vote was recorded.

City Council

This is a pre-council meeting, not a regular legislative session. The council will receive administrative reports from the city manager, finance director, and solicitor, along with committee updates. No specific ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are listed on this agenda.

• Administrative reports from City Manager, Finance Director, City Solicitor, and Clerk of Council
• Committee reports for Community Development, Finance & Personnel, Public Works, Safety Forces, and Planning Commission
• Discussion of new business and proposed legislation (no details provided)
• Discussion of old business and legislation on second reading (no details provided)

The pre‑council meeting reviewed contract ordinances for street repairs, tree removal, a cable barrier, and security cameras, as well as a reimbursement policy and supplemental appropriations. No votes or formal approvals were recorded; the items were previewed for future consideration. Discussion focused on the Thriving Communities commission proposal, but no decision was made.

City Council

The Ashtabula City Council will vote on several ordinances during its May 4, 2026 meeting. Items include authorizing contracts for street cut road restorations and a second round of tree removals, repealing and replacing a prior ordinance, adjusting compensation for municipal court and probation staff, and making supplemental appropriations for the 2026 budget. A first‑reading consent legislation for a cable barrier on SR 11 will also be presented.

• Ordinance 2026‑85: authorizes the city manager to contract with Wilkinson Paving for various street cut road restorations
• Ordinance 2026‑86: authorizes the city manager to contract with Johnston’s Tree Service LLC for a second round of tree removals in various locations
• Ordinance 2026‑87: repeals Ordinance 2026‑38 and enacts replacement legislation
• Ordinance 2026‑88: authorizes compensation, salaries, and wages for employees of the Ashtabula City Municipal Court and Probation divisions
• Ordinance 2026‑89: makes supplemental changes to appropriations in the General Fund and other funds for current expenses and expenditures for 2026

The council voted 5‑1 to table Ordinance No. 2026‑87 (tree removal) and Ordinance No. 2026‑88 (court employee compensation), with Councilor Jane DiGiacomo abstaining. Several other ordinances were approved by voice vote, including street‑cut road restoration and a cable barrier on SR‑11. All motions were adopted without opposition.

• Tabled Ordinance 2026‑87 and 2026‑88 (5‑1, 1 abstention)
• Approved Ordinance 2026‑85 (Wilkinson Paving contract) by voice vote
• Approved Ordinance 2026‑86 (Johnston’s Tree Service second round) by voice vote
• Approved Ordinance 2026‑89 (supplemental appropriations) by voice vote
• Approved Ordinance 2026‑90 (cable barrier on SR‑11) by voice vote
• Approved Ordinance 2026‑83 (employee reimbursement policy) by voice vote
• Disposed of Ordinances 2026‑85, 2026‑86, 2026‑89 by consent agenda (voice vote)
• Waived readings and charter requirements for the legislation (voice votes)

Public Works/Public Utilities/Cable/Schools Committee

The Public Works/Public Utilities/Cable/Schools Committee will hold a regular meeting including reports from the City Manager, Water Pollution Control, and Public Works. Under new business, the committee will discuss illegal dumping. The next meeting is scheduled for May 26, 2026.

• Discussion of illegal dumping under new business

The Public Works/Public Utilities/Cable/Schools Committee reviewed updates on sewer policy, street resurfacing, equipment acquisitions, and illegal dumping concerns. No motions were voted on, and no actions were approved, denied, or tabled during the meeting.

City Council

The Ashtabula City Council will hear reports from the City Manager, Finance Director, City Solicitor, and Clerk, followed by committee updates on community development, finance, public works, and safety forces. The meeting includes discussion of new proposed legislation and a second reading of existing legislation. The session will conclude with general order discussion and adjournment.

• City Manager, Finance Director, City Solicitor, and Clerk reports
• Community Development/Economic Development/Parks & Recreation committee update
• Finance & Personnel committee update
• Public Works/Public Utilities/Cable/Schools committee update
• Discussion of new proposed legislation and second‑reading of pending legislation

Council members and city staff reviewed several proposed ordinances and updates on road, sewer, and downtown projects, but the minutes do not record any approvals, denials, or vote tallies. No formal decisions were documented during this pre‑council session.

City Council

Ashtabula City Council will consider several ordinances and resolutions at its April 20 meeting, including support for a state brownfield remediation grant for the Tannery Hill property, funding for road and sidewalk projects, and tax abatement agreements for new homes. Seven ordinances are up for final passage, and two new ordinances will receive first readings.

• Resolution 2026-82: Support for a state Brownfield Remediation Program grant for Tannery Hill property
• Ordinance 2026-77: Additional funding for West 48th Street/Collins Boulevard (S.R. 84) project
• Ordinance 2026-81: Contract with Lake County Landscape & Supply for West Avenue sidewalk project
• Ordinance 2026-74: 100% 7-year tax abatement for new dwellings at 1814 West 10th Street
• Ordinance 2026-75: 100% 7-year tax abatement for new dwellings at 2602 Brooke Lane

The council disposed of the regular‑business legislation by consent agenda and unanimously approved all listed ordinances and one resolution. Ordinances covered road salt contracts, additional funding for West 48th Street/Collins Boulevard, several city‑manager contracts, a tax‑abatement agreement, and other infrastructure items. The resolution supports a state brownfield remediation grant for the Tannery Hill property.

• Approved Ordinance 2026‑76 authorizing participation in ODOT road‑salt contracts (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2026‑77 authorizing additional funding for West 48th St/Collins Blvd (S.R. 84) project (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2026‑78 authorizing contract with Best Truck Equipment for a BOSS plow package (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2026‑79 authorizing contract with J. Severino Construction for OPWC Michigan Avenue sanitary improvements (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2026‑80 authorizing contract with GPD Group for Hulbert Ave (South) reconstruction (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2026‑81 authorizing contract with Lake County Landscape & Supply for West Avenue sidewalk project (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2026‑74 authorizing a 100% tax‑abatement for 7 years for new residential dwellings at 1814 West 10th Street (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2026‑82 supporting a state brownfield remediation grant for the Tannery Hill property (unanimous)

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee will meet to receive reports from the Finance Director and City Manager. The agenda consists of procedural items and financial statements.

• Finance Director's Statement of Cash Position
• Revenue and Expense Reports

The Finance & Personnel Committee heard updates on income tax collections, JEDD revenue, sanitation billing, cash position, and several upcoming infrastructure projects. No motions were voted on; the committee only discussed information and upcoming council items.

Safety Forces Committee

The Safety Forces Committee will meet to receive reports from the Police and Fire Department chiefs. The discussion will focus on statistics from March. The meeting also includes reports from the City Manager and City Solicitor.

• Police Department March statistics
• Fire Department March statistics

The Safety Forces Committee met on April 9, 2026 and heard reports from Police Chief Rob Stell, Fire Investigator Antonio Feralo, City Manager James Timonere, and Assistant City Solicitor Catherine Colgan. Topics included March service statistics, staffing updates, equipment needs, the upcoming Safety Town event, and a recent grant application. No motions, approvals, or other formal actions were recorded during the meeting.

City Council

The Ashtabula City Council will vote on a series of ordinances covering a downtown grant application, traffic‑signal upgrades, street paving, and tax‑incentive agreements for new housing. One ordinance seeks $245,000 from the state Development Department for a project at 1104 Bridge Street. Additional ordinances authorize contracts and financial actions related to city infrastructure and tax abatements.

• Ordinance 2026‑63: Authorize city manager to apply for a $245,000 downtown grant for 1104 Bridge Street
• Ordinance 2026‑64: Contract with Perram Electric, Inc. for upgrades to W. 19th, Lake Ave., and West Avenue traffic signals
• Ordinance 2026‑65: Contract with Koski Construction Co. to pave city streets
• Ordinance 2026‑74: Tax‑incentive agreement with Shawn & Delia Hoch for 100% tax abatement (7 years) on new residences at 1814 West 10th Street
• Ordinance 2026‑75: Tax‑incentive agreement with Mitchell Malasky & Amanda Wood for 100% tax abatement (7 years) on new residences at 2602 Brooke Lane

The council waived readings and adopted several ordinances, including two Community Reinvestment Area tax‑abatement agreements for new residential dwellings at 1814 West 10th Street and 2602 Brooke Lane. Ordinances authorizing contracts for a traffic‑signal upgrade, street paving, and a park mower were also approved. All items passed by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved Ordinance 2026‑74 tax‑abatement for 1814 West 10th St (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2026‑75 tax‑abatement for 2602 Brooke Ln (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2026‑63 grant application for downtown building project ($245,000) (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2026‑64 contract with Perram Electric for traffic‑signal upgrades (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2026‑65 contract with Koski Construction for street paving (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2026‑73 contract with Best Truck Equipment for park mower (unanimous)
• Disposed of Ordinances 2026‑63 through 2026‑72 by consent agenda (unanimous)
• Waived reading of all legislation and charter requirements (unanimous)

City Council

The pre‑council meeting will open with standard procedural items, followed by reports from the City Manager, Finance Director, City Solicitor, and Clerk of Council. Committee reports from Community Development/Economic Development/Parks & Recreation, Finance & Personnel, Public Works/Public Utilities/Cable/Schools, Safety Forces, and the Planning and Historic Preservation Commissions will be presented. The council will then discuss any new proposed legislation and consider pending legislation that is on its second reading. The meeting will conclude with general discussion and adjournment.

• City Manager, Finance Director, City Solicitor, and Clerk of Council reports
• Community Development/Economic Development/Parks & Recreation committee report
• Finance & Personnel committee report
• Public Works/Public Utilities/Cable/Schools committee report
• Discussion of new proposed legislation and second‑reading of pending legislation

The council approved a motion to waive transfer station fees for the 2026 River Cleanup, passing by voice vote with unanimous support. No other ordinances or proposals were recorded as voted on during this pre‑council meeting.

• Waived transfer station fees for the 2026 River Cleanup (voice vote, unanimous)

Community Development/Economic Development/Parks & Recreation Committee

The Ashtabula Community Development/Economic Development/Parks & Recreation Committee will approve the March meeting minutes and discuss upcoming events. Items include a presentation by Welcome Home Ohio, planning for the Memorial Day Parade, and a city clean‑up initiative. The meeting also sets the next session for May 6, 2026.

• Review and approval of March meeting minutes
• Welcome Home Ohio guest presentation
• Planning for Memorial Day Parade
• City Clean Up event coordination

The committee set the Memorial Day parade for May 25 at 11 a.m. and scheduled the annual City Clean‑Up for May 9. It noted a $5,000 donation from My Neighborhood Collaborative for a swing set at Clifford Kadon Presidential Park. No votes, approvals, or denials were recorded during the meeting.

Public Works/Public Utilities/Cable/Schools Committee

The Public Works, Public Utilities, Cable, and Schools Committee will meet to receive reports from the City Manager, Public Works, and Water Pollution Control. No specific legislative actions or contracts are listed on the agenda.

• City Manager’s Report
• Water Pollution Control (WPC) Report
• Public Works Report

The Public Works/Public Utilities/Cable/Schools Committee received updates on winter-to-spring transitions, equipment repairs, water‑pollution control projects, and ongoing road and tree‑removal work. Members discussed fuel costs, a pending radar installation bid, and construction‑runoff concerns, but no motions were voted on or formal decisions recorded.

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Ashtabula City Council Finance & Personnel Committee will hear the Finance Director’s report covering cash position, revenue, expenses and encumbrances, followed by the City Manager’s report. The committee will also address any unfinished business and consider new business items. No specific decisions are listed in the agenda.

• Finance Director’s Report – cash position, revenue, expenses, encumbrances
• City Manager’s Report
• Unfinished Business
• New Business

The committee heard reports on tax collection trends, fund balances, staffing, grant issues, and park projects. No motions were adopted, denied, or postponed. The meeting adjourned without any formal actions.

City Council

The Ashtabula City Council will hear reports from its Community Development, Finance & Personnel, Public Works, Safety Forces, and Planning/Historic Preservation committees. After the reports, members will discuss any new business or proposed legislation and consider any old business slated for a second reading. The meeting concludes with general order discussion and adjournment.

• Community Development/Economic Development/Parks & Recreation committee report
• Finance & Personnel committee report
• Public Works/Public Utilities/Cable/Schools committee report
• Safety Forces committee report
• Planning Commission and Ashtabula Historic Preservation Commission report

The council unanimously approved a $12,000 allocation from the Parks Levy for upgrades to Veterans Memorial Park and Lance Cpl. Kevin M. Cornelius Park. They also unanimously supported the Ashtabula Regional Medical Center’s mobile mammography grant application. Additionally, the council appointed Anthony Oquendo to the Parks and Recreation Board by voice vote.

• Approved $12,000 Parks Levy allocation for park improvements (voice vote, unanimous)
• Supported ARMC mobile mammography grant application (voice vote, unanimous)
• Appointed Anthony Oquendo to Parks & Recreation Board (voice vote, unanimous)

City Council

Ashtabula City Council will vote on several ordinances including a $12,500 fireworks contract and the purchase of police vehicles. The body is also considering the continuation of eight community reinvestment area tax incentive agreements.

• Ordinance 2026-60: $12,500 agreement with Grand Finale Fireworks for the Wine & Walleye Festival
• Ordinance 2026-57: Contract with Brobst Enterprise Inc for 2026 yard waste disposal
• Ordinance 2026-58: Purchase of police vehicles from Geauga Board of County Commissioners
• Ordinance 2026-61: Continuation of eight community reinvestment area tax incentive agreements
• Ordinance 2026-55: Contract renewal for employee group life insurance with Medical Mutual Life Insurance Company

The Ashtabula City Council adopted several ordinances by consent agenda, including permission for the Lift Bridge Community Association to hold the annual Wine & Walleye Festival, a $12,500 fireworks contract, a yard waste disposal contract, purchase of police vehicles, continuation of eight community reinvestment tax incentive agreements, disposal of obsolete water‑pollution equipment, and renewal of city employee life‑insurance coverage. The council also passed a resolution honoring retiring Chief Shawn Gruber. Council members scheduled a Racial Wealth Gap Simulation for April 6, 2026.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2026-59 granting Lift Bridge Community Association permission to hold the annual Wine & Walleye Festival (6-0 voice vote)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2026-60 authorizing a $12,500 contract with Grand Finale Fireworks for the festival fireworks display (6-0 voice vote)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2026-57 authorizing a yard waste disposal contract with Brobst Enterprise Inc (6-0 voice vote)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2026-58 authorizing purchase of police vehicles from the Geauga Board of County Commissioners (6-0 voice vote)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2026-61 continuing eight Community Reinvestment Area tax‑incentive agreements (6-0 voice vote)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2026-62 authorizing disposal of obsolete equipment from the Water Pollution Control Department (6-0 voice vote)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2026-55 renewing group life‑insurance coverage with Medical Mutual Life Insurance Company (6-0 voice vote)
• Approved Resolution No. 2026-56 honoring Chief Shawn Gruber on his retirement (6-0 voice vote)

Safety Forces Committee

The Safety Forces Committee will hear the police and fire chiefs' February statistics reports and a presentation on APD homeless outreach. It will then address unfinished business items concerning alley house numbers and the installation of speed signs on Bridge Street. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Police Department – Chief’s Report (February statistics)
• Fire Department – Chief’s Report (February statistics)
• Special Guest Presentation on APD homeless outreach efforts
• Unfinished Business: Alley house numbers
• Unfinished Business: Speed signs on Bridge Street

The committee voted to move the alley house numbers legislation out of committee, passing the motion unanimously (2 yeas, 0 nays). It also decided that notification letters will be sent by the Planning and Community Development Department. The city plans to install flashing speed signs on Bridge Street with an estimated cost of $8,000. A traffic study will be conducted for the Burroughs Place parking issue, with recommendations due next week.

• Alley house numbers legislation moved out of committee (2 yeas, 0 nays)
• Notification letters for alley house numbers to be sent by Planning and Community Development Department
• City to install flashing speed signs on Bridge Street (approx. $8,000)
• Chief agreed to conduct traffic study for Burroughs Place parking issue and report to City Manager by next week

Community Development/Economic Development/Parks & Recreation Committee

The committee will discuss upcoming community events, including a City Clean Up on May 9 and the Memorial Day Parade on May 25. A special guest, Kelly Sposito of the NEO Fund, will present. The Parks & Recreation report will cover the February Parks Board minutes and a tree‑planting proposal from William Todd.

• Special guest presentation by Kelly Sposito, Executive Director of NEO Fund
• Parks Board February meeting minutes review
• William Todd's America 250 tree planting proposal
• City Clean Up event planned for May 9, 2026
• Memorial Day Parade scheduled for May 25, 2026

The March 4, 2026 meeting featured presentations on the NEO Fund, city manager updates on code enforcement, transportation, and housing programs, and a Parks & Recreation board recommendation for a $12,000 memorial project. No votes, approvals, or other formal actions were recorded.

City Council

The Ashtabula City Council will consider a series of ordinances, including two Community Reinvestment Area tax incentive agreements that provide 100% tax abatements for seven years on new residential dwellings at 1021 Michigan Avenue and 3348 Brianna Court. Additional ordinances seek approval for contracts to update zoning and planning codes, design the 2026 paving program, and repair traffic signalization at E. 24th St. and Harbor Avenue. The council will also address a repeal and replacement of a prior ordinance, employee compensation, and supplemental appropriations for 2026 expenses.

• Ordinance 2026‑42: 100% tax abatement for 7 years on new homes at 1021 Michigan Avenue
• Ordinance 2026‑43: 100% tax abatement for 7 years on new homes at 3348 Brianna Court
• Ordinance 2026‑44: Contract with Envision Group, LLC for zoning and planning code update
• Ordinance 2026‑45: Contract with GPD Group of Akron for engineering design of 2026 paving program
• Ordinance 2026‑48: Contract with Lampion Companies to repair and replace signalization at E. 24th St. and Harbor Ave

The Ashtabula City Council excused President John Roskovics and approved the agenda order. It adopted the February 17 meeting minutes and, via consent agenda, passed multiple ordinances covering tax abatements, contracts for planning, engineering, signage, and other city services. The council also adopted a new insurance contract ordinance.

• Excused President John Roskovics (voice vote, yeas all six, nays none)
• Approved order of the agenda (voice vote, yeas all six, nays none)
• Approved February 17, 2026 minutes (voice vote, yeas all six, nays none)
• Disposed and adopted Ordinances 2026‑42 & 2026‑43 (tax abatements) by consent agenda (voice vote, yeas all six)
• Waived charter two‑reading requirement for Ordinances 2026‑42 & 2026‑43 (roll call vote, yeas 5, nays 1)
• Disposed and adopted Ordinances 2026‑44 through 2026‑54 by consent agenda (voice vote, yeas all six)
• Waived readings and charter requirements for Ordinances 2026‑44‑54 (voice vote, yeas all six)
• Adopted Ordinance 2026‑55 (insurance contract renewal) (voice vote, yeas all six)

City Council

The Ashtabula City Council will convene a pre-council meeting to review committee reports and discuss new and old business. The agenda includes reports from the City Manager, Finance Director, and City Solicitor, as well as updates from various standing committees.

• Review of Committee Reports (Community Development, Finance & Personnel, Public Works, Safety Forces)
• Discussion of New Business and Proposed Legislation
• Discussion of Old Business and Legislation on for 2nd Reading

The pre‑council session presented several ordinances and budget requests, but no votes or approvals were recorded. Councilors asked questions about road conditions, zoning, and city services, and the City Manager and Finance Director provided explanations. The meeting adjourned without any decisions being made.

Public Works/Public Utilities/Cable/Schools Committee

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee will hear the Finance Director’s detailed reports on income tax, cash position, revenue, expenses, and investments. The City Manager will also give a report. New business includes discussion of providing cell phones for councilors.

• Finance Director’s report on income tax and cash position
• Finance Director’s revenue and expense reports with encumbrance detail
• Finance Director’s investment report
• City Manager’s report
• New business: cell phones for councilors

The committee heard the Finance Director’s report on income‑tax collections, a backlog of non‑filers, and a planned request for $8,000 supplemental appropriations for software upgrades. Members also discussed options for providing councilors with cell phones, including a low‑cost app solution. No formal motions, votes, or approvals were recorded.

City Council

The Ashtabula City Council will consider approving contracts for a water pollution control truck and a City Hall roof replacement, as well as a collective bargaining agreement with a local union. The meeting also includes resolutions honoring retiring city employees.

• Contract with Columbiana Chrysler Jeep Dodge for a dump truck
• Contract with Tusing Builders & Roofing Services for City Hall roof
• Collective bargaining agreement with Local 1197 union
• Repeal of Ordinance 2026-02 and 2026-10
• Reappointments to the Planning Commission

The council disposed of several ordinances by consent agenda, waived required readings, and adopted them. Two resolutions honoring long‑time city employees were accepted. The Planning Commission members were reappointed and two liquor permits were approved.

• Disposed of Ordinances 2026‑35‑41 by consent agenda (voice vote passed)
• Waived reading of Ordinances 2026‑35‑41 (voice vote passed)
• Waived charter two‑reading requirement for Ordinances 2026‑35‑41 (roll call vote passed)
• Adopted Ordinances 2026‑35‑41 (roll call vote passed)
• Disposed of Ordinances 2026‑27‑32 by consent agenda (voice vote passed)
• Adopted Ordinances 2026‑27‑32 (roll call vote passed)
• Accepted Resolution 2026‑33 honoring Christine L. Hill (voice vote passed)
• Accepted Resolution 2026‑34 honoring Earl Tucker (voice vote passed)

City Council

The Ashtabula City Council will hold a pre‑council meeting to receive administrative and committee reports. Council members will discuss new business and proposed legislation, as well as review old business pending a second reading. No specific actions or decisions are detailed in the agenda.

The council voted 6-0 to appoint Mary Church and Mark Brockway to the Port Authority and Barry Shick to the Planning Commission. A motion to move the Morrison Corvette sign request out of committee passed by voice vote with no opposition. A second motion to move a dedication plaque request for the Maunus family out of committee also passed by voice vote with no opposition.

• Approved appointment of Mary Church to Port Authority (6-0 voice vote)
• Approved appointment of Mark Brockway to Port Authority (6-0 voice vote)
• Approved appointment of Barry Shick to Planning Commission (6-0 voice vote)
• Moved Morrison Corvette sign addition request out of committee (voice vote, no nay)
• Moved dedication plaque request for Maunus family out of committee (voice vote, no nay)

Safety Forces Committee

The Safety Forces Committee will review reports from the police and fire chiefs, the city manager, and the city solicitor. It will discuss unfinished business and consider two new items: a city parking deck and a speed limit sign on Southlane. The meeting concludes with scheduling the next session.

• City Parking Deck (new business)
• Speed Limit Sign on Southlane (new business)
• Police Department – Chief’s Report (January 2026 stats)
• Fire Department – Chief’s Report (AFD annual report)
• City Solicitor's Report – Alley address display and parking on Burroughs Place

The Safety Forces Committee voted to move the proposed alley address display legislation out of committee and recommend it proceed, with a possible compliance date of July 1 2026. The motion was carried unanimously with yeas from Chair Terence Guerriero, Vice Chair Kym Foglio, and President John Roskovics. No other actions were approved, denied, or tabled at this meeting.

• Approved recommendation to move alley address display legislation out of committee (3-0 vote)

Community Development/Economic Development/Parks & Recreation Committee

City Council

The Ashtabula City Council will hold a pre‑council meeting to review administrative reports, receive updates from several standing committees, and discuss both new and pending legislation. Items include reports from the City Manager, Finance Director, City Solicitor, and Clerk, as well as committee reports on community development, finance, public works, safety forces, and planning/historic preservation. The meeting will also address new business proposals and second‑reading items before adjournment.

• Administrative reports from City Manager, Finance Director, City Solicitor, and Clerk of Council
• Community Development/Economic Development/Parks & Recreation committee report
• Finance & Personnel committee report
• Public Works/Public Utilities/Cable/Schools committee report
• Safety Forces committee report

The Ashtabula City Council passed a series of ordinances, including a $1,296 329.23 contract with Catts Construction for Main Avenue streetscape improvements. It also approved a $116,000 amendment to the Amendola Engineering mixing‑zone study contract, several street‑vacating ordinances, a $29,177 energy‑grant acceptance, a $32,418 wastewater pump purchase, and supplemental appropriations with a new Senior Finance Clerk position. All motions passed by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved amendment to Amendola Engineering contract up to $116,000 (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved ordinance vacating portion of E. 5th Street between Lake Road and E. 6th Street (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved ordinance vacating alley on Main Avenue between Shenanigans and the old Ecom Cafe (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved grant agreement with Eastgate Regional Council of Governments for Main Avenue streetscape improvements (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved contract with Catts Construction for Main Avenue streetscape improvements, not to exceed $1,296 329.23 (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved acceptance of NOPEC Energized Community Grant in the amount of $29,177 (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved purchase of a diester re‑circulation pump for the Wastewater Treatment Plant for $32,418 from Fund 504 (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved supplemental appropriations for 2026 and creation of a Senior Finance Clerk position (voice vote, unanimous)

City Council

The Ashtabula City Council will consider approving contracts for Main Avenue streetscapes, a waste water pump replacement, and the acceptance of a NOPEC energy grant. The body will also vote on vacating portions of East 5th Street and an alley, and authorize payments for prior-year invoices.

• Ordinance 2026-24: Contract with CATTS Construction for Main Avenue streetscapes
• Ordinance 2026-26: Contract with Schultz Fluid Handling for a waste water pump
• Ordinance 2026-25: Acceptance of a NOPEC energized community grant
• Ordinance 2026-18: Vacate portion of East 5th Street between Lake Road and East 6th Street
• Ordinance 2026-32: Prohibit parking on East side of Washington Avenue between Bunker Hill Road and West 58th Street

The Ashtabula City Council adopted a consent agenda that disposed of Ordinances 2026‑17 through 2026‑26 and later Ordinances 2026‑27 through 2026‑32, effectively approving all of those measures. The Council also confirmed two appointments—Jennifer Shannon to the Parks and Recreation Board and Roger Altier to the Port Authority—each by a 7‑0 voice vote. Liquor permits were granted to Tucanes Mexican Cuisine, Inc. (729 Lake Avenue) and to 4641 Main Avenue LLC, with no concerns noted. No resolutions were denied or tabled.

• Approved Ordinances 2026‑17 through 2026‑26 by consent agenda (voice vote, all yeas)
• Approved Ordinances 2026‑27 through 2026‑32 by consent agenda (voice vote, all yeas)
• Waived reading of the legislation for Ordinances 2026‑17 through 2026‑32 (voice vote, all yeas)
• Approved appointment of Jennifer Shannon to Parks and Recreation Board (voice vote, 7‑0)
• Approved appointment of Roger Altier to Port Authority (voice vote, 7‑0)
• Granted liquor permit to Tucanes Mexican Cuisine, Inc., 729 Lake Avenue (no concerns)
• Granted liquor permit to 4641 Main Avenue LLC (no concerns)

Public Works/Public Utilities/Cable/Schools Committee

The Public Works/Public Utilities/Cable/Schools Committee will meet to review the City Manager's report, the Water Pollution Control report, and the Public Works report. The meeting is scheduled for January 27, 2026, at 8:30 AM in Council Chambers.

• Water Pollution Control Report
• Public Works Report
• City Manager's Report
• Next meeting scheduled for February 24, 2026

The Public Works/Public Utilities/Cable/Schools Committee heard reports on winter operations, ongoing projects, staffing, and grant status. No motions, votes, or approvals were recorded during the meeting. The meeting concluded with a preview of the next agenda.

City Council

The Ashtabula City Council will consider several ordinances, including authorizing the city manager to contract with GPD Group for engineering services on the West Avenue sidewalk project, and to enter a contract with MNJ Technologies for 15 mobile data terminals and related accessories. Additional ordinances address renewing Microsoft 365 Business Standard and correcting rate errors for the transfer station. The council will also vote on supplemental appropriations for the 2026 budget.

• Ordinance 2026‑11: authorize agreement with GPD Group for West Avenue sidewalk engineering and construction administration
• Ordinance 2026‑14: authorize renewal of Microsoft 365 Business Standard with MNJ Technologies Direct
• Ordinance 2026‑15: authorize contract with MNJ Technologies for purchase of 15 mobile data terminals and accessories
• Ordinance 2026‑16: make supplemental changes to appropriations for the 2026 general fund and other funds
• Ordinances 2026‑12 and 2026‑13: repeal and reenact codified ordinance section 951.10 to correct transfer station rate errors

The council waived the required readings and then adopted Ordinance Nos. 2026‑11 through 2026‑16. These ordinances authorize a sidewalk design contract, repeal and replace transfer‑station rate provisions, renew Microsoft 365, purchase mobile data terminals, and make supplemental appropriations for 2026. The council also adopted amended council rules. All motions passed by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved order of agenda (voice vote, unanimous yeas)
• Waived reading of work‑session minutes and approved amended minutes (voice vote, unanimous yeas)
• Waived reading of Ordinance Nos. 2026‑11 to 2026‑16 (voice vote, unanimous yeas)
• Waived charter requirement of two readings for the legislation (voice vote, unanimous yeas)
• Adopted Ordinance Nos. 2026‑11 to 2026‑16 covering sidewalk design, transfer‑station rates, Microsoft 365 renewal, mobile data terminals, and supplemental appropriations (voice vote, unanimous yeas)
• Adopted amended council rules (voice vote, unanimous yeas)

City Council

The Ashtabula City Council will hold a pre-council meeting to review committee reports and discuss proposed legislation. The meeting agenda lists reports from the City Manager, Finance Director, and City Solicitor, as well as updates from various standing committees.

• Review of Community Development/Economic Development/Parks & Recreation Committee reports
• Review of Finance & Personnel Committee reports
• Review of Public Works/Public Utilities/Cable/Schools Committee reports
• Review of Safety Forces Committee reports
• Discussion of new business and proposed legislation

Councilors approved a motion to place the proposal for city‑issued cell phones on the Finance and Personnel Committee agenda. Additional motions were approved to schedule several ordinances—tree legislation, penalties and interest, sanitation invoice payment, and relocation of no‑parking signs—for first reading at the February 2 regular meeting. All motions passed by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved motion to place city‑issued cell‑phone proposal on Finance and Personnel Committee agenda (voice vote, no nays)
• Approved motion to place tree legislation on agenda for first reading Feb 2 (voice vote, no nays)
• Approved motion to place penalties and interest legislation on agenda for first reading Feb 2 (voice vote, no nays)
• Approved motion to place ordinance to pay 2025 sanitation invoice on agenda for first reading Feb 2 (voice vote, no nays)
• Approved motion to place ordinance to relocate no‑parking signs on Washington Avenue on agenda for first reading Feb 2 (voice vote, no nays)

Finance & Personnel Committee

The committee will review the Finance Director's reports, including income tax and cash position statements. The meeting also includes reports from the City Manager and a review of penalty and interest waivers.

• Income Tax Reports for December and January
• Statement of Cash Position
• Revenue and Expense Reports
• Penalty and Interest Waivers

The Finance & Personnel Committee voted unanimously to adopt a revised penalty and interest waiver policy that applies the same standards to all balances from $0 to $6,000 and to forward the policy to City Council. The committee also approved payment of a prior‑year invoice of about $6,000 from the new budget. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved revised penalty and interest waiver policy (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved payment of prior‑year invoice approx. $6,000 from new budget (unanimous voice vote)

Safety Forces Committee

The Safety Forces Committee will meet to review December 2025 and 2025 year-end statistics for the Police and Fire Departments, along with reports from the City Manager and Solicitor.

• Police Department – Chief’s Report (December 2025 Stats)
• Police Department – Chief’s Report (2025 Year End Stats)
• Fire Department – Chief’s Report (December 2025 Stats)
• City Manager’s Report
• City Solicitor's Report

Community Development/Economic Development/Parks & Recreation Committee

The Community Development/Economic Development/Parks & Recreation Committee will meet to discuss unfinished business, including tree legislation, and appoint members to various boards. The agenda includes a presentation from a representative of the Hubbard House and a report on the state of the parks.

• Presentation by Sharone Sing of Hubbard House
• Discussion of Tree Legislation
• Appointments to Parks & Recreation Board
• Appointments to Lift Bridge Community Association
• Appointments to Ashtabula Downtown Development Association

City Council

The Ashtabula City Council will convene a pre-council meeting to review administrative reports and committee schedules. The agenda includes reports from the City Manager, Finance Director, and City Solicitor. The meeting will also feature reports from various standing committees.

• Review of City Manager, Finance Director, and Solicitor reports
• Committee reports for Community Development, Finance & Personnel, Public Works, and Safety Forces
• Discussion of miscellaneous business and public comment

City Council

The Ashtabula City Council will consider a series of ordinances, including changes to the city’s contributions to the Ohio Police and Fire Pension Fund and the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System. Additional ordinances will authorize compensation for municipal court and probation staff and repeal outdated legislation. New business includes a liquor permit application for a Family Dollar store at 2036 E. Prospect Road.

• Ordinance No. 2026-05: amend city contribution to Ohio Police and Fire Pension Fund (Police Division)
• Ordinance No. 2026-06: amend city contribution to Ohio Police and Fire Pension Fund (Fire Division)
• Ordinance No. 2026-10: city to pick up contribution to Ohio Public Employees Retirement System
• Ordinance No. 2026-02: authorize compensation, salaries, and wages for municipal court and probation employees
• New Business: Liquor permit for Family Dollar at 2036 E. Prospect Road

City Council

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The body will discuss council rules and proposed agenda changes.

• Discussion of Council Rules
• Proposed Agenda Changes