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BrunswickOH averageUS Census ACS
Population
35,284
Per-capita income
$40,799
Median home value
$233,300
Bachelor's or higher
29%
Typical home value $320,873 +4% yr/yr · +32.2% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
Reported crime — Brunswick Police Department (2024)
Violent crime23 (66/100k · 2024)
Property crime134 (383/100k · 2024)
Homicides0 (0/100k · 2024)
Offenses reported to the FBI UCR/CDE; latest available year. Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer.
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Municipal budget

US Census Annual Survey of Local Government Finances
Total revenue$48.0M (FY2023)
Total spending$36.2M (FY2023)
Taxes$31.1M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$4.0M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$1,023 (FY2023)

Development activity

Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
202546 housing units ($20.7M)

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Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 18:25

Building and Building Code

Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 18:35

Finance

Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 18:15

Economic Development

Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 18:45

Committee of the Whole

Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Brunswick Planning Commission October 15 meeting canceled, no quorum

The Brunswick Planning Commission's October 15, 2026 meeting has been canceled due to a lack of quorum. The agenda is otherwise standard procedural items, including minutes approval, plan discussion, old and new business, and public comment.

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BRUNSWICK CITY PLANNING COMMISSION Bradley Saeger Jeff Arona Abbas Hasan Joe Shirilla Jennie Lods Jenny Zoldak Santo Incorvaia Vice Chairman Member Member Recording Secretary Chairman Planning & Zoning Coordinator Consulting City Engineer Council Representative Assistant Law Director Agenda 10/15/2026 6:30 PM 1. Call to order by Chairman 2. Announcements, Correspondence a. Due to lack of a quorum, the Planning Commission's October 15, 2026 meeting has been canceled. 3. Approval of the minutes from DATE 4. Plan Discussion 5. Old Business 6. New Business 7. Public Comment Period 8. Council Representative's Report 9. Adjourn THE APPLICANT MUST ATTEND THE MEETING. NOTE: A caucus meeting is held in Council Chambers and is open to the public. The regular Planning Commission meeting will immediately follow.

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Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews auto sales site plan, gas station zoning hearing

The Brunswick Planning Commission is meeting to review two Pearl Road property proposals: a site plan for Gannon Auto Sales at the former KDK location (1633 Pearl Road) and a public hearing on a conditional zoning certificate for SNK Fuels, a gas station at the former BP site (2155 Pearl Road). The commission will also approve minutes from its September 17, 2026 meeting and hear public comment.

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BRUNSWICK CITY PLANNING COMMISSION Bradley Saeger Jeff Arona Abbas Hasan Joe Shirilla Jennie Lods Jenny Zoldak Nate Witsamin Santo Incorvaia Vice Chairman Member Member Recording Secretary Chairman Planning & Zoning Coordinator Consulting City Engineer Council Representative Assistant Law Director Agenda 10/1/2026 6:30 PM 1. Call to order by Chairman 2. Announcements, Correspondence 3. Approval of the minutes from September 17, 2026 4. Plan Discussion a. Site plan review – Gannon Auto Sales (former KDK), 1633 Pearl Road b. Public hearing – SNK Fuels (former BP) gas station conditional zoning certificate, 2155 Pearl Road 5. Old Business 6. New Business 7. Public Comment Period 8. Council Representative's Report 9. Adjourn THE APPLICANT MUST ATTEND THE MEETING. NOTE: A caucus meeting is held in Council Chambers and is open to the public. The regular Planning Commission meeting will immediately follow.
Tue Sep 29, 2026 · 18:00

Parks, Recreation and Community

Brunswick parks committee to discuss Recreation Center holiday party and parks master plan

Brunswick's Parks, Recreation & Community Committee meets September 29, 2026 at 6:00 PM at the Recreation Center. The agenda lists discussion items including a Recreation Center holiday party, coach training resources, a music concert series, a Parks Master Plan progress update, and a Friends of Brunswick Parks update. No votes, contracts, dollar amounts, or ordinances appear on the agenda; items are listed for discussion only.

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BRUNSWICK CITY PARKS, RECREATION & COMMUNITY COMMITTEE Agenda SEPTEMBER 29, 2026 6:00 PM RECREATION CENTER 1. Discussion Items (a) Recreation Center Holiday Party (b) Coach Training Resources (c) Music Concert Series (d) Parks Master Plan Progress Update (e) Friends of Brunswick Parks Update (f) Upcoming Events (g) Old Business (h) New Business 2. General Discussion 3. Adjournment
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 18:30

Committee of the Whole

Brunswick council to weigh naming a new community park and three first-reading resolutions

Brunswick City Council's Committee-of-the-Whole meets Sept. 28, 2026, at 6:30 PM, or immediately after the Safety & Environment Committee. Members will discuss a motion to name a new community park under the city's Facilities Naming Policy and review three resolutions on first reading. One would let the administration sell surplus city property, including vehicles and road equipment, via public internet auctions in 2027; another would clarify the City Manager/Safety Director's duties; the third would authorize an Opioid Settlement Fund agreement with the Medina Metropolitan Housing Authority. The agenda also lists an executive session on pending or imminent court action.

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BRUNSWICK CITY COMMITTEE-OF-THE-WHOLE Agenda SEPTEMBER 28, 2026 6:30 PM Or Immediately Following the Safety & Environment Committee 1. Discussion Items 2. Motion Items (a) Motion authorizing City Council to approve the naming of a new community park in accordance with the City of Brunswick Facilities Naming Policy. 3. Review Legislation (a) RES. NO. 47-2026 - A resolution permitting the City Administration to sell, through public internet auctions, personal property, including motor vehicles acquired for the use of municipal officers and departments, and road machinery, equipment, tools, or supplies, which are not needed for public use, or are obsolete or unfit for the use for which it was acquired, for the year 2027. - 1st Reading (Committee-of-the-Whole, Administration/Carl DeForest) (b) RES. NO. 49-2026 - A resolution clarifying and confirming the duties of the City Manager/Safety Director. - 1st Reading (Committee-of-the- Whole, Administration/Dennis Nevar) (c) RES. NO. 50-2026 - A resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into an Opioid Settlement Fund Disbursement Agreement with the Medina Metropolitan Housing Authority. - 1st Reading (Committee-of-the- Whole, Administration/Carl DeForest) 4. General Discussion 5. Executive Session (a) Motion to enter Executive Session to discuss the subject of pending or imminent court action. 6. Adjournment
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 18:15

Safety and Environment

Brunswick committee to discuss Flock Safety cameras

Brunswick's Safety & Environment Committee meets Sept. 28, 2026 at 6:15 PM. The only listed item is an open discussion of Flock Safety cameras. No votes, contracts, or dollar amounts appear on the agenda; general discussion and adjournment follow.

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BRUNSWICK CITY SAFETY & ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE Agenda SEPTEMBER 28, 2026 6:15 PM 1. Discussion Items (a) Flock Safety Cameras — Open Discussion 2. General Discussion 3. Adjournment
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

Brunswick Council weighs 3-year custodial contracts and opioid settlement funds deal

Brunswick City Council meets September 28, 2026 to review minutes, committee reports, and legislation. Second readings cover a restroom addition site plan at Brunswick Town Center and three-year custodial contracts with Any Domestic Work, Inc. for City Hall/Police and the Community Recreation and Fitness Center, plus a Medina County soil and water conservation agreement. First readings include selling surplus city property via internet auction in 2027, clarifying the City Manager/Safety Director duties, and an Opioid Settlement Fund disbursement agreement with the Medina Metropolitan Housing Authority. The Mayor also recommends appointments to several boards and commissions.

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BRUNSWICK CITY COUNCIL AGENDA Nate Witsaman Ward 3 Kristy Piper At-Large Tim Smith At-Large Dennis Nevar Law Director Carl S. DeForest City Manager Ron Falconi Mayor Laura Timura Clerk of Council Nicholas Hanek Ward 2 Michael Abella Jr. Ward 1 Joseph Delsanter At-Large Keith Kuczma Ward 4 SEPTEMBER 28, 2026 1. Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance 2. Roll Call of Members 3. Correspondence 4. Approval of Regular Council Meeting Minutes (a) Regular Meeting Minutes dated September 14, 2026 5. Mayor’s Report: (a) Mayor's recommendation to reappoint Mattie Jones-Hollowell to the Community Action Wayne/Medina County Board. (b) Mayor's recommendation to appoint Sheila Watson to the Planning Commission. (c) Motion to reappoint Millie Manning to the Income Tax Board of Review (d) Motion to appoint Kevin Kelly to the Juvenile Diversion Board (e) Mayor's Update 6. Clerk of Council’s Report 7. Council Committee Reports: Economic Development Committee.....................................................Mr. Witsaman Services, Utilities, Technology & Cable Committee................................Mr. Smith Services, Utilities, Technology & Cable Committee Minutes dated September 14, 2026 Finance Committee................................................................................Mr. Hanek Finance Committee Minutes dated September 14, 202 …
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Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews site plans for Pearl Road and Center Road

The Planning Commission will discuss a detailed site plan for a Huntington National Bank ATM at 1344 Pearl Road. The meeting also includes a discussion on a conditional zoning certificate and site plan for a Brunswick High School staff parking lot addition at 3581 Center Road.

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BRUNSWICK CITY PLANNING COMMISSION Bradley Saeger Jeff Arona Abbas Hasan Joe Shirilla Jennie Lods Jenny Zoldak Keith Kuczma Santo Incorvaia Vice Chairman Member Member Recording Secretary Chairman Planning & Zoning Coordinator Consulting City Engineer Council Representative Assistant Law Director Agenda 9/17/2026 6:30 PM 1. Call to order by Chairman 2. Announcements, Correspondence 3. Approval of the minutes from July 23, 2026 4. Plan Discussion a. Detailed site plan – Huntington National Bank freestanding ATM, 1344 Pearl Road b. Conditional zoning certificate and detailed site plan – Brunswick High School staff parking lot addition, 3581 Center Road 5. Old Business a. Site plan review - Reline revised grading plan with topsoil mound, 1020 West 130th Street 6. New Business 7. Public Comment Period 8. Council Representative's Report 9. Adjourn THE APPLICANT MUST ATTEND THE MEETING. NOTE: A caucus meeting is held in Council Chambers and is open to the public. The regular Planning Commission meeting will immediately follow.
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BRUNSWICK CITY PLANNING COMMISSION September 17, 2026 - Caucus 6:43 p.m. Attendance: Brad Saeger, Vice-Chair Abbas Hasan, Member Jeff Arona, Member Keith Kuczma, Council Representative Jennie Lods, Planning and Zoning Coordinator Jenny Zoldak, City Engineer Santo Incorvaia, Assistant Law Director Jason Niedermeyer, 1049 Hadcock Road Scott Alleman, 1049 Hadcock Road David Aulger, 1159 Blachleyville Road JJMWesney Construction via WebEx Vice-Chair Saeger called the meeting to order at 6:43 p.m. The first item was Huntington National Bank ATM (Detailed site plan) Mr. Arona talked about a photometrics plan which has not yet been received. It was agreed that requiring the photometrics plan can be handled as part of the standard engineering review. A question was raised by Mr. Hasan regarding a large electrical or utility box visible on Google Maps at the southeast corner of the property, where new trees are proposed. The second item was Brunswick High School staff parking lot addition (Conditional zoning certificate and detailed site plan) The commission inquired about the engineering review status for the project's riparian zone encroachment. Mr. Hasan confirmed with engineering that they had reviewed the encroachment on the riparian zone. Ms. Zoldak clarified that while the project is encroaching on the riparian zone and requires a modification, it does not present any water-related issues. A full engineering review will be conducted later in the process. The third item …
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Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 17:45

Services, Utilities, Technology and Cable

Committee weighs storm sewer repair and water permit deals

The Services, Utilities, Technology and Cable Committee is discussing two resolutions at first reading: one authorizing a memorandum of understanding with the Medina County Soil and Water Conservation District for NPDES Phase II permit assistance, and another authorizing a contract with United Survey, Inc. for the 2026 Storm Sewer Slip Lining Project. Both are discussion items only at this meeting; no final votes are listed.

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BRUNSWICK CITY SERVICES, UTILITIES, TECHNOLOGY & CABLE COMMITTEE Agenda SEPTEMBER 14, 2026 5:45 PM Or Immediately Following Planning & Zoning Committee 1. Discussion Items (a) RES. NO. 44-2026 - A resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a memorandum of understanding with the Medina County Soil and Water Conservation District for assistance with performance items related to the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Phase II permit in an amount not to exceed $5,000.00 per annum. - 1st Reading (To be brought from Services, Utilities, Technology, & Cable Committee, Administration/Paul Magovac) (b) RES. NO. 45-2026 - An emergency resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into an agreement with United Survey, Inc. for the 2026 Storm Sewer Slip Lining Project in an amount not to exceed $179,760.00. - 1st Reading (To be brought from Services, Utilities, Technology, & Cable Committee, Administration/Jenny Zoldak) 2. General Discussion 3. Adjournment
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 17:40

Planning and Zoning

Restroom addition site plan for Brunswick Town Center gets first reading

The Brunswick Planning & Zoning Committee is discussing Ordinance No. 41-2026, which would approve the detailed site plan for a restroom addition in the Brunswick Town Center Special Planning District No. 2. The ordinance is at its first reading and is being brought from the committee by Administration/Grant Aungst. The rest of the agenda is general discussion and adjournment.

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BRUNSWICK CITY PLANNING & ZONING COMMITTEE Agenda SEPTEMBER 14, 2026 5:40 PM 1. Discussion Items (a) ORD. NO. 41-2026 - An ordinance approving the detailed site plan for the restroom addition in the Brunswick Town Center Special Planning District No. 2.- 1st Reading (To be brought from Planning & Zoning Committee, Administration/Grant Aungst) 2. General Discussion 3. Adjournment
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

Council to vote on $179,760 storm sewer slip lining contract

The Brunswick City Council is meeting to consider several first-reading ordinances and resolutions, including a $179,760 emergency contract for storm sewer slip lining, a $50,000 easement conveyance, and custodial service agreements. They will also hear the mayor's report, including a proclamation for Adult Education & Family Literacy Week and appointments to city boards. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and committee reports.

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BRUNSWICK CITY COUNCIL AGENDA Nate Witsaman Ward 3 Kristy Piper At-Large Tim Smith At-Large Dennis Nevar Law Director Carl S. DeForest City Manager Ron Falconi Mayor Laura Timura Clerk of Council Nicholas Hanek Ward 2 Michael Abella Jr. Ward 1 Joseph Delsanter At-Large Keith Kuczma Ward 4 SEPTEMBER 14, 2026 1. Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance 2. Roll Call of Members 3. Correspondence 4. Approval of Special Council Meeting Minutes (a) Special Council Meeting Minutes dated August 3, 2026 5. Mayor’s Report: (a) Proclamation proclaiming September 13-19, 2026, Adult Education & Family Literacy Week (b) Mayor's Court Financial Report for the month ending July 2026 and August 2026 will be posted on the website and added to the minutes for the record (c) Mayor's recommendation to reappoint Millie Manning to the Income Tax Board of Review (d) Mayor's recommendation to appoint Kevin Kelly to the Juvenile Diversion Board (e) Mayor's Update 6. Clerk of Council’s Report 7. Council Committee Reports: Economic Development Committee..................................................... Mr. Witsaman Services, Utilities, Technology & Cable Committee................................Mr. Smith Finance Committee................................................................................Mr. Hanek Safety & Environment Committee................... …
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Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 18:00

Committee of the Whole

Council to review 2027 budget, name new park, approve contracts

The Brunswick Committee-of-the-Whole will discuss the Council Office's 2027 budget, set a date for the City Manager's budget and capital plan hearing, and name a new park at 507 North Carpenter. They will also consider a change order for the Laurel-Maxwell intersection project and review several resolutions, including custodial service contracts and an easement conveyance.

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BRUNSWICK CITY COMMITTEE-OF-THE-WHOLE Agenda SEPTEMBER 14, 2026 6:00 PM Or Immediately Following Finance Committee 1. Discussion Items (a) Review and approve the Council Office's 2027 Budget (b) Discuss date for 2027 City Manager Budget & 5 Year Capital Plan Hearing (c) Name new park located at 507 North Carpenter 2. Motion Items (a) Motion authorizing a change order in the amount, not to exceed, $40,000.00 to Set in Stone Contracting, LLC for the Laurel-Maxwell intersection Improvement Project. 3. Review Legislation (a) RES. NO. 42-2026 - A resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a three (3) year agreement with Any Domestic Work, Inc. to provide custodial services at City Hall and the Division of Police in a monthly amount not to exceed $4,316.00. - 1st Reading (To be brought from Committee-of-the- Whole, Administration/Carl DeForest) (b) RES. NO. 43-2026 - A resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a three (3) year agreement with Any Domestic Work, Inc. to provide custodial services at the Brunswick Community Recreation and Fitness Center in a monthly amount not to exceed $6,370.00. - 1st Reading (To be brought from Committee-of-the-Whole, Administration/Carl DeForest) (c) RES. NO. 46-2026 - An emergency resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute all necessary documents to convey specified easements to GTP Acquisitions Partners II, LLC in exchange for a one- …
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Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 17:55

Finance

Finance committee to close six city funds including COVID relief

The Brunswick Finance Committee will hold a first reading of an emergency ordinance to formally close six city funds, including the Local Coronavirus Relief Fund, Community Development Block Grant funds, and funds for North Carpenter Road and Magnolia Drive improvements. The item is listed as a discussion item and will be brought from the committee by Administration/Lynnette Ozanich.

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BRUNSWICK CITY FINANCE COMMITTEE Agenda SEPTEMBER 14, 2026 5:55 PM Or Immediately Following Services, Utilities, Technology, & Cable Committee 1. Discussion Items (a) ORD. NO. 48-2026 - An emergency ordinance to formally close the Local Coronavirus Relief Fund (#112), the Community Development Block Grant Fund (#113), the Community Development Block Grant (CHIP Program) Special Revenue Fund (#132), the Local Fiscal Recovery Fund (#140), the North Carpenter Road Fund (#347), and the OPWC Magnolia Drive Improvement Fund (#374). - 1st Reading (To be brought from Finance Committee, Administration/Lynnette Ozanich) 2. General Discussion 3. Adjournment
Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Brunswick Planning Commission September meeting canceled, no applications

The Brunswick Planning Commission's September 3, 2026 meeting has been canceled because no applications were submitted. The agenda lists only standard procedural items, and no plan discussions, old or new business, or public hearings are scheduled.

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BRUNSWICK CITY PLANNING COMMISSION Bradley Saeger Jeff Arona Abbas Hasan Joe Shirilla Jennie Lods Jenny Zoldak Santo Incorvaia Vice Chairman Member Member Recording Secretary Chairman Planning & Zoning Coordinator Consulting City Engineer Council Representative Assistant Law Director Agenda 9/3/2026 6:30 PM 1. Call to order by Chairman 2. Announcements, Correspondence a. As no applications were submitted, the Planning Commission's September 3, 2026 meeting has been canceled. 3. Approval of the minutes 4. Plan Discussion 5. Old Business 6. New Business 7. Public Comment Period 8. Council Representative's Report 9. Adjourn THE APPLICANT MUST ATTEND THE MEETING. NOTE: A caucus meeting is held in Council Chambers and is open to the public. The regular Planning Commission meeting will immediately follow.
Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

Council considers updated Planning & Zoning Code and City Manager appointment

The Brunswick City Council will hold a third reading for an ordinance to update the city's Planning & Zoning Code. The body will also consider a resolution regarding the appointment of Nicholas J. Hanek as City Manager/Safety Director.

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✓ Decided: Brunswick Council adopts updated Planning & Zoning Code

Brunswick City Council adopted an updated Planning & Zoning Code and appointed Nicholas J. Hanek as City Manager/Safety Director. The council also approved several sets of previous committee and meeting minutes.

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BRUNSWICK CITY COUNCIL AGENDA Nate Witsaman Ward 3 Kristy Piper At-Large Tim Smith At-Large Dennis Nevar Law Director Carl S. DeForest City Manager Ron Falconi Mayor Laura Timura Clerk of Council Nicholas Hanek Ward 2 Michael Abella Jr. Ward 1 Joseph Delsanter At-Large Keith Kuczma Ward 4 AUGUST 3, 2026 1. Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance 2. Roll Call of Members 3. Correspondence 4. Approval of Regular Council Meeting Minutes (a) Regular Council Meeting Minutes dated July 27, 2026 5. Mayor’s Report: (a) Mayor's Update 6. Clerk of Council’s Report 7. Council Committee Reports: Economic Development Committee.....................................................Mr. Witsaman Services, Utilities, Technology & Cable Committee................................Mr. Smith Services, Utilities, Technology & Cable Committee Minutes dated July 27, 2026 Finance Committee................................................................................Mr. Hanek Finance Committee Minutes dated July 27, 2026 Safety & Environment Committee.......................................................Mr. Kuczma Planning & Zoning Committee..............................................................Mr. Delsanter Parks, Recreation & Community Committee..........................................Mrs. Piper Building & Building Code Committee...................................................Mr. Abella 8. Other Com …
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CITY OF BRUNSWICK 1 CITY OF BRUNSWICK, OHIO MINUTES OF COUNCIL Monday, August 3, 2026 Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance The regular meeting of Brunswick City Council was called to order by Mayor Ron Falconi at 7:00 p.m. at the Municipal Complex. Roll Call of Members showed the following Council Members present: Nicholas Hanek, Nate Witsaman, Michael Abella Jr., Keith Kuczma, Joseph Delsanter, Tim Smith, Kristy Piper. Others Present: Mayor Ron Falconi, City Manager/Safety Director Carl DeForest, Clerk of Council Laura Timura. Correspondence The Clerk read correspondence from Denny McKown (224 Carpenter Road) requesting that the City discontinue the use of Flock Safety Cameras, citing concerns regarding privacy, surveillance, and the preservation of Brunswick's small-town character. Mrs. Timura read correspondence from Lucas Merkel (131 Falmouth Court), regarding a public records request for Flock Camera audit data and expressing concerns about transparency and accountability relating to the City's partnership with Flock Safety Cameras. Approval of Regular Council Meeting Minutes Regular Council Meeting Minutes dated July 27, 2026: Nicholas Hanek moved to approve the Regular Council Meeting Minutes dated July 27, 2026, as written, seconded by Tim Smith. Roll Call - Ayes - 7, Nicholas Hanek, Joseph Delsanter, Michael Abella Jr., Keith Kuczma, Tim Smith, Kristy Piper, Nate Witsaman. Nays - 0. Motion Carried. Mayor’s Report: Mayor Falconi ha …
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🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
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to approve the Regular Council Meeting Minutes dated July 27, 2026, as written, seconded by Tim Smith. Roll Call
7 yea
Nicholas Hanek yea · Joseph Delsanter yea · Michael Abella Jr yea · Keith Kuczma yea · Tim Smith yea · Kristy Piper yea · Nate Witsaman yea
to approve the Services, Utilities, Technology & Cable Committee Minutes dated July 27, 2026, as written, seconded by Kristy Piper. Roll Call
7 yea
Nicholas Hanek yea · Joseph Delsanter yea · Michael Abella Jr yea · Keith Kuczma yea · Tim Smith yea · Kristy Piper yea · Nate Witsaman yea
to approve the Finance Committee Minutes dated July 27, 2026, as written, seconded by Keith Kuczma. Roll Call
7 yea
Nicholas Hanek yea · Joseph Delsanter yea · Michael Abella Jr yea · Keith Kuczma yea · Tim Smith yea · Kristy Piper yea · Nate Witsaman yea
to approve the Committee-of-the-Whole Minutes dated July 27, 2026, as written, seconded by Keith Kuczma. Roll Call
7 yea
Nicholas Hanek yea · Joseph Delsanter yea · Michael Abella Jr yea · Keith Kuczma yea · Tim Smith yea · Kristy Piper yea · Nate Witsaman yea
Ordinance Number 14-2026, seconded by Nicholas Hanek. Roll Call
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Nicholas Hanek yea · Joseph Delsanter yea · Michael Abella Jr yea · Keith Kuczma yea · Tim Smith yea · Kristy Piper yea · Nate Witsaman yea
Resolution Number 36-2026, seconded by Keith Kuczma. Roll Call
6 yea
Joseph Delsanter yea · Michael Abella Jr yea · Keith Kuczma yea · Tim Smith yea · Kristy Piper yea · Nate Witsaman yea
Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

Council to consider updated Planning & Zoning Code and city manager appointment

Brunswick City Council will hold second readings on an updated Planning & Zoning Code and a resolution appointing Nicholas J. Hanek as City Manager/Safety Director. Council will also consider first readings on emergency ordinances amending the 2026 budget, advancing funds, submitting a grant application for the Westchester-Magnolia Drive Improvement Project, and authorizing a rebate payment for Fire Station Improvement Bonds. The agenda includes a reappointment to the Juvenile Diversion Board and a proclamation.

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✓ Decided: Council approves budget amendments and road project grant application

City Council adopted several emergency ordinances regarding the appropriation budget, fund advancement, and fire station bond rebates. The council also authorized a grant application for the Westchester Drive-Magnolia Drive Improvement Project. Additionally, Sarah Alfano was reappointed to the Juvenile Diversion Board.

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BRUNSWICK CITY COUNCIL AGENDA Nate Witsaman Ward 3 Kristy Piper At-Large Tim Smith At-Large Dennis Nevar Law Director Carl S. DeForest City Manager Ron Falconi Mayor Laura Timura Clerk of Council Nicholas Hanek Ward 2 Michael Abella Jr. Ward 1 Joseph Delsanter At-Large Keith Kuczma Ward 4 JULY 27, 2026 1. Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance 2. Roll Call of Members 3. Correspondence 4. Approval of Regular Council Meeting Minutes (a) Regular Council Meeting Minutes dated July 13, 2026 5. Mayor’s Report: (a) Motion to reappoint Sarah Alfano to the Juvenile Diversion Board. (b) Proclamation in recognition of Sheila Watson's service to the Brunswick Community (c) Mayor's Update 6. Clerk of Council’s Report 7. Council Committee Reports: Economic Development Committee.....................................................Mr. Witsaman Economic Development Committee Minutes dated July 13, 2026 Services, Utilities, Technology & Cable Committee................................Mr. Smith Finance Committee................................................................................Mr. Hanek Safety & Environment Committee.......................................................Mr. Kuczma Planning & Zoning Committee..............................................................Mr. Delsanter Parks, Recreation & Community Committee..........................................Mrs. Piper Building & Building …
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CITY OF BRUNSWICK 1 CITY OF BRUNSWICK, OHIO MINUTES OF COUNCIL Monday, July 27, 2026 Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance The regular meeting of Brunswick City Council was called to order by Mayor Ron Falconi at 7:00 p.m. at the Municipal Complex. Mayor Falconi requested a moment of silence in memory of former City employee, David Smerek, who recently passed away. Roll Call of Members showed the following Council Members present: Nate Witsaman, Michael Abella Jr., Keith Kuczma, Joseph Delsanter, Tim Smith, Kristy Piper. Others Present: Mayor Ron Falconi, City Manager/Safety Director Carl DeForest, Law Director Dennis Nevar, Clerk of Council Laura Timura. Joseph Delsanter moved to excuse Nicholas Hanek for just cause, seconded by Kristy Piper. Roll Call - Ayes - 6, Joseph Delsanter, Michael Abella Jr., Keith Kuczma, Tim Smith, Kristy Piper, Nate Witsaman. Nays - 0. Motion Carried. Correspondence There was none. Approval of Regular Council Meeting Minutes Regular Council Meeting Minutes dated July 13, 2026: Joseph Delsanter moved to approve the Regular Council Meeting Minutes dated July 13, 2026, as written, seconded by Keith Kuczma. Roll Call - Ayes - 6, Joseph Delsanter, Michael Abella Jr., Keith Kuczma, Tim Smith, Kristy Piper, Nate Witsaman. Nays - 0. Motion Carried. Mayor’s Report: Motion to reappoint Sarah Alfano to the Juvenile Diversion Board: Joseph Delsanter moved to reappoint Sarah Alfano to the Juvenile Diversion Board, secon …
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ordinance authorizing a rebate payment to the United States Treasury in connection with the City's Fire Station Improvement Bonds, Series 2024. - 1st Reading (To be brought from the Finance…
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Joseph Delsanter yea · Michael Abella Jr yea · Keith Kuczma yea · Tim Smith yea · Kristy Piper yea · Nate Witsaman yea · July nay
The other 9 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 18:35

Finance

Finance Committee considers emergency ordinances on budget and bond rebate

The Brunswick Finance Committee will discuss three emergency ordinances at its July 27, 2026 meeting. Two ordinances amend the city's 2026 appropriation budget and authorize advancing funds; a third authorizes a rebate payment to the U.S. Treasury for the Fire Station Improvement Bonds, Series 2024. All items are first readings to be brought from the committee.

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BRUNSWICK CITY FINANCE COMMITTEE Agenda JULY 27, 2026 6:35 PM or Immediately Following Services, Utilities, Technology & Cable Committee 1. Discussion Items (a) ORD. NO. 37-2026 - An emergency ordinance amending Ordinances #95-2025, #6-2026 and #30-2026 to include amendments to the Appropriation Budget for the year ending December 31, 2026, as incorporated in Exhibit “A” attached hereto. - 1st Reading (To be brought from Finance Committee, Administration/Todd Fischer) (b) ORD. NO. 38-2026 - An emergency ordinance to advance funds. - 1st Reading (To be brought from Finance Committee, Administration/Todd Fischer) (c) ORD. NO. 40-2026 - An emergency ordinance authorizing a rebate payment to the United States Treasury in connection with the City's Fire Station Improvement Bonds, Series 2024. - 1st Reading (To be brought from the Finance Committee, Administration/Todd Fischer) 2. General Discussion 3. Adjournment
Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 18:30

Services, Utilities, Technology and Cable

Committee discusses grant application for Westchester-Magnolia road project

The committee will discuss Resolution No. 39-2026, which authorizes the City Manager to apply for Ohio Public Works Commission Issue 1 grant funding for the Westchester Drive–Magnolia Drive Improvement Project. If awarded, the resolution would also authorize the City Manager to execute grant documents. No vote is scheduled; the item is on first reading and will be brought from committee.

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BRUNSWICK CITY SERVICES, UTILITIES, TECHNOLOGY & CABLE COMMITTEE Agenda JULY 27, 2026 6:30 PM 1. Discussion Items (a) RES. NO. 39-2026 - An emergency resolution authorizing the City Manager and City Engineer to submit a grant application to the Ohio Public Works Commission Issue 1 Program for the Westchester Drive-Magnolia Drive Improvement Project and, if awarded, authorizing the City Manager to execute all necessary documents to accept such grant award. - 1st Reading (To be brought from Services, Utilities, Technology & Cable Committee, Administration/Jenny Zoldak) 2. General Discussion 3. Adjournment
Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 18:50

Committee of the Whole

Council to consider bidding for storm sewer slip lining program

The Committee of the Whole will discuss the August council meeting date and consider a motion to authorize advertising for public bids for the 2026 Storm Sewer Slip Lining Program. No other substantive legislation or public hearings are scheduled.

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BRUNSWICK CITY COMMITTEE-OF-THE-WHOLE Agenda JULY 27, 2026 6:50 PM or Immediately Following Finance Committee 1. Discussion Items (a) August Council Meeting date 2. Motion Items (a) Motion authorizing the City Manager to advertise for public bids for the 2026 Storm Sewer Slip Lining Program 3. Review Legislation 4. General Discussion 5. Executive Session 6. Adjournment
Thu Jul 23, 2026 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Public hearing on Brunswick High School athletic field expansion

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional zoning certificate and detailed site plan for Brunswick High School's athletic fields and parking lot addition at 3581 Center Road. The commission will also review detailed site plans for a restroom facility at Brunswick Lake Park and a parking lot addition at St. Ambrose Parish. Routine items include approval of previous meeting minutes and public comment.

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✓ Decided: Brunswick Planning Commission approves Lake Park restroom and St. Ambrose parking lot, tables school lot

The Planning Commission approved the Brunswick Lake Park restroom detailed site plan and recommended City Council approval, and approved the St. Ambrose Parish parking lot addition at 929 Pearl Road with landscaping and lighting modifications. For Brunswick High School at 3581 Center Road, the Commission approved the athletic fields detailed site plan but tabled the 149-space staff parking lot at the applicant's request so staff review comments on landscaping can be addressed. All three votes were 4-0.

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BRUNSWICK CITY PLANNING COMMISSION Bradley Saeger Abbas Hasan Jeff Arona Joe Shirilla Jennie Lods Jenny Zoldak Joe Delsanter Santo Incorvaia Vice Chairman Member Member Recording Secretary Chairman Planning & Zoning Coordinator Consulting City Engineer Council Representative Assistant Law Director Agenda 7/23/2026 6:30 PM 1. Call to order by Chairman 2. Announcements, Correspondence 3. Approval of the minutes from July 9, 2026 4. Plan Discussion a. Detailed site plan – Brunswick Lake Park restroom facility, Brunswick Lake Parkway b. Detailed site plan – St. Ambrose Parish parking lot addition, 929 Pearl Road c. Public hearing – Brunswick High School athletic fields and parking lot addition conditional zoning certificate and detailed site plan, 3581 Center Road 5. Old Business 6. New Business 7. Public Comment Period 8. Council Representative's Report 9. Adjourn THE APPLICANT MUST ATTEND THE MEETING. NOTE: A caucus meeting is held in Council Chambers and is open to the public. The regular Planning Commission meeting will immediately follow.
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BRUNSWICK CITY PLANNING COMMISSION July 23, 2026 - Caucus 6:41 p.m. Attendance: Joe Shirilla, Chair Brad Saeger, Vice-Chair Abbas Hasan, Member Jeff Arona, Member Nate Witsaman, Council Representative Jennie Lods, Planning and Zoning Coordinator Jenny Zoldak, City Engineer Santo Incorvaia, Assistant Law Director Grant Aungst, Community and Economic Development Director Carter Edman, 1226 Overlook Road Nathan Eppink, 6364 Deerview Lane Jeff Jardine, 3800 Lakeside Ave, Suite 100 Carl Meyer, 1129 Warren Isaac Smith, 6364 Deerview Lane Jason Niedermeyer, 1049 Hadcock Kathy Verhest, 1049 Hadcock Scott Alleman, 1049 Hadcock Erik Schneider, 1225 Old Eagle Drive Kyle Nathasu, 3479 Center Road Chair Shirilla called the meeting to order at 6:41 p.m. The first item was Brunswick Lake Park restroom facility (Detailed site plan) Ms. Lods went over the staff review comments. Chair Shirilla wanted to know why it required City Council’s approval and that was because it is in an SPD and this is a major change per Mr. Aungst. The second item was St. Ambrose Parish parking lot addition (Detailed site plan) Ms. Lods went over the changes that were made to the landscaping that was passed out to the Planning Commission members and which of the staff review comments that it pertained to. The third item was Brunswick High School athletic fields and parking lot addition (Public hearing — conditional zoning certificate and detailed site plan) Mr. Aungst talked about a few items that were chang …
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Thu Jul 23, 2026 · 18:30

General

Thu Jul 23, 2026 · 18:30

General

Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

Council considers city manager appointment and ordinance updates

The Brunswick City Council will review several appointments and legislative actions. This includes a first reading for an emergency ordinance regarding codified ordinances and a resolution to appoint Nicholas J. Hanek as City Manager/Safety Director.

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✓ Decided: Council approves updated codified ordinances and new board appointment

City Council adopted an emergency ordinance to update the city's codified ordinances and appointed John Rocha to the Board of Zoning Appeals. The council also designated March 6, 2027, as Random Acts of Kindness Day. Several residents expressed concerns during the open forum regarding the use of Flock Safety Cameras.

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BRUNSWICK CITY COUNCIL AGENDA Nate Witsaman Ward 3 Kristy Piper At-Large Tim Smith At-Large Dennis Nevar Law Director Carl S. DeForest City Manager Ron Falconi Mayor Laura Timura Clerk of Council Nicholas Hanek Ward 2 Michael Abella Jr. Ward 1 Joseph Delsanter At-Large Keith Kuczma Ward 4 JULY 13, 2026 1. Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance 2. Roll Call of Members 3. Correspondence 4. Approval of Regular Council Meeting Minutes (a) Regular Council Meeting Minutes dated June 22, 2026 5. Mayor’s Report: (a) Mayor's Court Financial Report for the month ending June 2026 will be posted on the website and added to the minutes for the record. (b) Proclamation in recognition of Brunswick Citizen's Police Academy Alumni Association's 20th Anniversary (c) Mayor's recommendation to reappoint Sarah Alfano to the Juvenile Diversion Board. (d) Motion to appoint John Rocha to the Board of Zoning Appeals to fulfill an unexpired term expiring March 14, 2028. (e) Mayor's Update 6. Clerk of Council’s Report 7. Council Committee Reports: Economic Development Committee.....................................................Mr. Witsaman Services, Utilities, Technology & Cable Committee................................Mr. Smith Services, Utilities, Technology & Cable Committee Minutes dated June 22, 2026 Finance Committee................................................................................Mr. Hanek …
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CITYOFBRUNSWICK,OHIO MINUTESOFCOUNCIL Monday,July13,2026 PrayerandPledgeofAllegianceTheregularmeetingofBrunswickCityCouncilwascalledtoorderby MayorRonFalconiat7:00p.m.attheMunicipalComplex. RollCallofMembersshowedthefollowingCouncilMemberspresent:NicholasHanek,Nate Witsaman,MichaelAbellaJr.,KeithKuczma,JosephDelsanter,TimSmith,KristyPiper. OthersPresent:MayorRonFalconi,CityManager/SafetyDirectorCarlDeForest,LawDirectorDennisNevar, ClerkofCouncilLauraTimura. CorrespondenceMrs.TimurareadcorrespondencefromresidentKevinKellyregardinghissuggestionsfor disseminatinginformationaftertheCouncilMeeting. ApprovalofRegularCouncilMeetingMinutes RegularCouncilMeetingMinutesdatedJune22,2026: NicholasHanekmovedtoapprovetheRegularCouncilMeetingMinutesdatedJune22,2026,aswritten, secondedbyJosephDelsanter.RollCall-Ayes-7,NicholasHanek,JosephDelsanter,MichaelAbellaJr., KeithKuczma,TimSmith,KristyPiper,NateWitsaman.Nays-0.MotionCarried. Mayor’sReport: Mayor’sCourtFinancialReportforthemonthendingJune2026willbepostedonthewebsiteandaddedto theminutesfortherecord. ProclamationinrecognitionofBrunswickCitizen’sPoliceAcademyAlumniAssociation’s20thAnniversary: RepresentativesoftheBrunswickCitizens’PoliceAcademyAlumniAssociationacceptedaproclamation fromMayorFalconirecognizingtheir20thanniversary. Mayor’srecommendationtoreappointSarahAlfanototheJuvenileDiversionBoard.: IfanyoneonCouncilhasquestionsregardingthisrecommendation,theyshouldcontacttheMayor’sOffice. MotiontoappointJohnRochatotheBoardofZoningAppe …
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Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 18:00

Economic Development

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BRUNSWICK CITY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE Agenda JULY 13, 2026 6:00 PM Discussion Items General Discussion Adjournment
Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 18:10

Committee of the Whole

Council discusses city manager appointment and ordinance updates

The Committee of the Whole will discuss items related to the Medina County Board of Developmental Disabilities. The meeting includes a first reading for an emergency ordinance regarding codified ordinances and a resolution to appoint Nicholas J. Hanek as City Manager/Safety Director.

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BRUNSWICK CITY COMMITTEE-OF-THE-WHOLE Agenda JULY 13, 2026 6:10 PM or Immediately Following Economic Development Committee 1. Discussion Items (a) Medina County Board of Developmental Disabilities - Stacey Maleckar 2. Motion Items 3. Review Legislation (a) ORD. NO. 35-2026 - An emergency ordinance to approve the editing and inclusion of certain ordinances as components of the codified ordinances; to provide for the adoption of new legislation in the updated revised codified ordinances; and to repeal the ordinances in conflict therewith. - 1st Reading (To be brought from Committee-of-the-Whole, Administration/Laura Timura) (b) RES. NO. 36-2026 - A resolution appointing Nicholas J. Hanek as City Manager/Safety Director of the City of Brunswick. - 1st Reading (To be brought from Committee-of-the-Whole, Council/Joseph Delsanter) 4. General Discussion 5. Executive Session (a) Motion to go into Executive Session: (1) to consider confidential information related to the marketing plans, specific business strategy, production techniques, trade secrets, or personal financial statements of an applicant for economic development assistance where such information is directly related to a request for economic development assistance that is to be provided or administered under any provision of Chapter 715., 725., 1724., or 1728. or sections 701.07, 3735.67 to 3735.70, 5709.40 to 5709.43, 5709.61 to 5709.69, 5709.73 to 5709.75, or 57 …
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Thu Jul 9, 2026 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Public hearing on Planning & Zoning code text amendments

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider updates to the Planning & Zoning Code. This is the primary substantive item on the agenda. The meeting also includes routine approval of minutes and committee reports.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends Planning & Zoning Code updates to City Council

The Planning Commission held a public hearing and voted to recommend approval of text amendments to the Planning & Zoning Code to City Council. The updates cover Planning, Subdivision Regulations, and Zoning titles. The commission also approved the minutes from the June 18, 2026 meeting.

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BRUNSWICK CITY PLANNING COMMISSION Bradley Saeger Abbas Hasan Jeff Arona Joe Shirilla Jennie Lods Jenny Zoldak Nate Witsamin Santo Incorvaia Vice Chairman Member Member Recording Secretary Chairman Planning & Zoning Coordinator Consulting City Engineer Council Representative Assistant Law Director Agenda 7/9/2026 6:30 PM 1. Call to order by Chairman 2. Appointment of Planning Commission Recording Secretary 3. Announcements, Correspondence 4. Approval of the minutes from June 18, 2026 5. Plan Discussion a. Public hearing – Planning & Zoning Code update text amendments 6. Old Business 7. New Business 8. Public Comment Period 9. Council Representative's Report 10. Adjourn THE APPLICANT MUST ATTEND THE MEETING. NOTE: A caucus meeting is held in Council Chambers and is open to the public. The regular Planning Commission meeting will immediately follow.
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BRUNSWICK CITY PLANNING COMMISSION July 9, 2026 6:46 p.m. Attendance: Joe Shirilla, Chair Abbas Hasan, acting Recording Secretary Jeff Arona, member Keith Kuczma, Council Representative Jennie Lods, Planning and Zoning Coordinator Santo Incorvaia, Assistant Law Director Grant Aungst, Community and Economic Development Director Ryan Smalley Item 1 Chair Shirilla made the determination to not hold a Caucus meeting. The meeting was called to order at 6:46 p.m. Miss Lods called the roll: 3 Present, 1 Absent (Vice-Chair Saeger) Chair Shirilla made a motion to excuse Vice-Chair Saeger for just cause. Mr. Hasan seconded. 3 Ayes, 0 Nays Chair Shirilla appointed Mr. Hasan to be acting Recording Secretary. Mr. Arona seconded. 3 Ayes, 0 Nays Item 2 Announcements or Correspondence. There were none. Item 3 Approval of June 18, 2026 minutes. MR. HASAN MOTIONED TO APPROVE THE MINUTES FROM JUNE 18, 2026. Mr. Arona seconded. There were 2 minor changes — the attendance needed to reflect Joe Delsanter and not Keith Kuczma for Council Representative. There was a word changed on page 4 from constitution to conditions. 3 Ayes, 0 Nays Item 4 (a) Planning & Zoning Code updates (Public Hearing — Text amendments) Brunswick City Planning Commission 07-09-2026 Minutes Regarding the Public hearing - Text amendments, Ryan Smalley was present. Mr. Smalley gave a brief overview of how the Code was being changed. Chair Shirilla said one of the biggest changes were in the SPD Section. Mr. …
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Mon Jul 6, 2026 · 18:00

Committee of the Whole

Brunswick City special committee meeting includes a closed session for personnel matters

The Brunswick City Committee of the Whole will meet on July 6, 2026, to review discussion items and hold general discussion. The agenda lists a closed executive session to consider personnel actions, including the appointment, employment, dismissal, discipline, promotion, demotion, or compensation of a public employee or official. The provided agenda is procedural boilerplate and does not list specific rezonings, contracts, or budget items for public review.

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BRUNSWICK CITY SPECIAL COMMITTEE-OF-THE-WHOLE Agenda JULY 6, 2026 6:00 PM 1. Discussion Items 2. General Discussion 3. Executive Session (a) A motion to go into Executive Session to consider the appointment, employment, dismissal, discipline, promotion, demotion, or compensation of a public employee or official. 4. Adjournment
Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 18:00

General

Committee to discuss $199,000 HVAC replacement for police and city hall

The Services, Utilities, Technology & Cable Committee will discuss Resolution No. 34-2026, an emergency resolution authorizing the City Manager to contract with VK Furnace LLC for up to $199,000 to replace three HVAC systems at the Division of Police and City Hall kitchen and lunchroom. This is a first reading.

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BRUNSWICK CITY SERVICES, UTILITIES, TECHNOLOGY & CABLE COMMITTEE Agenda JUNE 22, 2026 6:00 PM 1. Discussion Items (a) RES. NO. 34-2026 An emergency resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into an agreement with VK Furnace LLC to replace three (3) HVAC systems for the Division of Police and City Hall kitchen and lunchroom in an amount not to exceed $199,000.00. - 1st Reading (To be brought from Services, Utilities, Technology & Cable Committee, Administration/Grant Aungst) 2. General Discussion 3. Adjournment
Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 18:05

Committee of the Whole

Committee to consider custodial services bidding for recreation center and police/city hall

The Committee of the Whole will review the reappointment of John Rocha to the Planning Commission and discuss the I-71 Crossroads Regional Transportation Study. A motion will be considered to authorize bidding for custodial services at the Brunswick Community Recreation and Fitness Center and the Police Department/City Hall. The agenda also includes general discussion and a motion to enter executive session for personnel matters.

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BRUNSWICK CITY COMMITTEE-OF-THE-WHOLE Agenda JUNE 22, 2026 6:05 PM or Immediately Following Services, Utilities, Technology & Cable Committee 1. Discussion Items (a) In accordance with Article VI(C) of the Council Rules, an interview to review the reappointment of John Rocha to the Planning Commission has been requested by Council. (b) I-71 Crossroads Regional Transportation Study at Strongsville Recreation Center 2. Motion Items (a) Motion to go out to bid for custodial services for the Brunswick Community Recreation and Fitness Center and the Police Department/City Hall. 3. Review Legislation 4. General Discussion 5. Executive Session (a) A motion to go into Executive Session to consider the appointment, employment, dismissal, discipline, promotion, demotion, or compensation of a public employee or official. 6. Adjournment
Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

Council to vote on $199,000 police HVAC replacement contract

Brunswick City Council will hold a first reading on a resolution authorizing a $199,000 contract with VK Furnace LLC to replace three HVAC systems at the Police Division and City Hall kitchen and lunchroom. The council also has a second reading on a resolution declaring March 6, 2027 as Random Acts of Kindness Day. Several committee reports and a proclamation for Carson Updike are on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $199,000 emergency resolution for HVAC replacements

The City Council approved an emergency resolution to replace three HVAC systems at City Hall and the Division of Police. The council also reappointed two members to the Planning Commission and approved several committee minutes.

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BRUNSWICK CITY COUNCIL AGENDA Nate Witsaman Ward 3 Kristy Piper At-Large Tim Smith At-Large Dennis Nevar Law Director Carl S. DeForest City Manager Ron Falconi Mayor Laura Timura Clerk of Council Nicholas Hanek Ward 2 Michael Abella Jr. Ward 1 Joseph Delsanter At-Large Keith Kuczma Ward 4 JUNE 22, 2026 REVISED 1. Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance 2. Roll Call of Members 3. Correspondence 4. Approval of Regular Council Meeting Minutes (a) Regular Council Meeting Minutes dated June 8, 2026 5. Mayor’s Report: (a) Proclamation commending Carson Updike for his athletic accomplishments and outstanding character. (b) Motion to reappoint Jeffrey Arona and Joseph Shirilla to the Planning Commission (c) Mayor's Update 6. Clerk of Council’s Report 7. Council Committee Reports: Economic Development Committee.....................................................Mr. Witsaman Economic Development Committee Minutes dated June 8, 2026 Services, Utilities, Technology & Cable Committee................................Mr. Smith Finance Committee................................................................................Mr. Hanek Safety & Environment Committee.......................................................Mr. Kuczma Planning & Zoning Committee..............................................................Mr. Delsanter Parks, Recreation & Community Committee................................... …
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CITYOFBRUNSWICK,OHIO MINUTESOFCOUNCIL Monday,June22,2026 PrayerandPledgeofAllegianceTheregularmeetingofBrunswickCityCouncilwascalledtoorderby MayorRonFalconiat7:00p.m.attheMunicipalComplex. RollCallofMembersshowedthefollowingCouncilMemberspresent:Nicholas[lanek,NateWitsaman, MichaelAbellaJr.,KeithKuczma,JosephDelsanter,TimSmith,KristyPiper. OthersPresent:MayorRonFalconi,CityManager/SafetyDirectorCarlDeForest,LawDirectorDennisNevar, ClerkofCouncilLauraTimura. CorrespondenceMrs.TimurareadcorrespondencefromOhioFirstLady,FranDeWine,thankingCouncilfor theirsupportoftheDollyPartonImaginationLibraryinMedinaCounty. ApprovalofRegularCouncilMeetingMinutes RegularCouncilMeetingMinutesdatedJune8,2026; NicholasHanekmovedtoapprovetheRegularCouncilMeetingMinutesdatedJune8,2026,aswritten, secondedbyTimSmith.RollCall-Ayes-7,NicholasHanek,JosephDelsanter,MichaelAbellaJr.,Keith Kuczma,TimSmith,KristyPiper,NateWitsaman.Nays-0.MotionCarried. Mayor’sReport: ProclamationcommendingCarsonUpdikeforhisathleticaccomplishmentsandoutstandingcharacter: AproclamationwaspresentedtoCarsonUpdikeinrecognitionofhisrecord-breakingachievementsin lacrosse,academicexcellenceandoutstandingcharacter. MotiontoreappointJeffreyAronaandJosephShirillatothePlanningCommission: NicholasHanekmovetoreappointJeffreyAronaandJosephShirillatothePlanningCommission,seconded byMichaelAbella.RollCall-Ayes-7,NicholasHanek,JosephDelsanter,MichaelAbellaJr.,KeithKuczma, TimSmith,KristyPiper,NateWitsaman.Nays-0.MotionCarried. ClerkofCouncil …
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Thu Jun 18, 2026 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Thu Jun 18, 2026 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Public hearing for MODA addition, variance, and mural at 95 Pearl Road

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing for a variance request and mural at 95 Pearl Road, and discuss a parking lot addition at St. Ambrose Parish (929 Pearl Road) and a storage barn at Mapleside Farms (294 Pearl Road). The meeting also includes approval of minutes, public comment, and reports.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves MODA patio variance and mural

The Planning Commission approved a patio variance and mural for MODA at 95 Pearl Road, pending a detailed site plan and City Council approval. The commission also held discussions regarding a parking lot addition for St. Ambrose Parish and a storage building for Mapleside Farms.

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BRUNSWICK CITY PLANNING COMMISSION Bradley ont John Jennie Keith Kuczma | Santo Saeger teen prone | Roche | shia Lods zotaak Incorvala Vice Member | Member | Recording | Chairman | Planning | _Consutting Couneit Assistant ‘Chairman Secretary & Zoning | City Engineer | Representative | Law Director Coordinator Agenda 6/18/2026 6:30 PM 1. Call to order by Chairman 2. Announcements, Correspondence 3. Approval of the minutes from June 4, 2026 4. Plan Discussion a. Public hearing - MODA addition, variance request and mural, 95 Pearl Road b. Discussion plan - St. Ambrose Parish parking lot addition, 929 Pearl Road c. Discussion plan — Mapleside Farms SPD-10 storage barn, 294 Pearl Road 5. Old Business 6. New Business 7. Public Comment Period 8. Council Representative's Report 9. Adjourn THE APPLICANT MUST ATTEND THE MEETING. NOTE: A caucus meeting is held in Council Chambers and is open to the public. The regular Planning Commission meeting will immediately follow.
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BRUNSWICK CITY PLANNING COMMISSION June 18, 2026 - Caucus 6:40 p.m. Attendance: Joe Shirilla, Chair Brad Saeger, Vice-Chair Abbas Hasan, Member Jeff Arona, Member John Rocha, Secretary Joe Delsanter, Council Representative Jennie Lods, Planning and Zoning Coordinator Santo Incorvaia, Assistant Law Director via WebEx Grant Aungst, Community and Economic Development Director Carter Edman, 36933 Vine Street, Willoughby, Ohio Jeff Jardin, 3800 Lakeside Ave, Suite 100 Cleveland, Ohio John Wasylko, 3622 Lennox Circle Deborah Wasylko, 3622 Lennox Circle Hannah Wasylko, 3622 Lennox Circle Dave Ports, 8472 Xera, Broadview Heights, Ohio Chair Shirilla called the meeting to order at 6:40 p.m. The first item was MODA addition, variance request and mural (Public Hearing — variance and conditional zoning certificate) Location: 95 Pearl Road GW-C District There were no comments from the Planning Commission. The second item was St. Ambrose Parish parking lot addition (Discussion Plan) Location: 929 Pearl Road C-G District The Planning Commission asked if the playground was part of this plan and Mr. Aungst stated that it is not part of the discussion this evening but they are putting in a playground. The third item was Mapleside Farms storage building (Discussion Plan) Location: 294 Pearl Road SPD-10 Falls District The Planning Commission talked about the height of the cupola. Mr. Aungst stated this barn was part of their master plan. Mr. Arona asked Mr. Aungst about the lighting a …
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
$1.7MVERSATILE AUTOMATION TECHNOLOGY CORP.
Department of Defense · AUTOMATED INVESTMENT CASTING CELL (FOUNDRY) IN ACCORDANCE WITH STATEME
$1.1MOPTICS INCORPORATED
Department of Health and Human Services · MEDICAL ITEMS FOR STORAGE WAREHOUSE
$318,408OPTICS INCORPORATED
Department of Defense · HAAG STREIT SLIT LAMP AND ACCESSORIES
$257,910ICS LABORATORIES INC
Department of Health and Human Services · POST MARKET EVALUATION AND TESTING OF FFRS
$190,648OPTICS INCORPORATED
Department of Veterans Affairs · EYE LANE EQUIPMENT FOR VISION DEPARTMENT VA MAPLEWOOD CLINIC
$131,449MACK INDUSTRIES INC
Department of Veterans Affairs · IGF::OT::IGF CONCRETE GRAVE LINERS
$125,236OPTICS INCORPORATED
Department of Veterans Affairs · OPHTHALMOLOGY EXAM LANE EQUIPMENT
$101,488OPTICS INCORPORATED
Department of Veterans Affairs · OPHTHALMOSCOPE
$100,280OPTICS INCORPORATED
Department of Veterans Affairs · CLEARCHART 4 DIGITAL ACUITY
$86,811OPTICS INCORPORATED
Department of Veterans Affairs · REFRACTION DESK

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🌐 County-level context (Medina County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration+304 people (+$30.0M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)2 ({"Severe Storm": 6, "Tornado": 3, "Snowstorm": 2, "Biologica · last Tue Mar 31, 2020)
Traffic fatalities1 (2020)
Business establishments4,127 (57,518 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,208/mo (360 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy10.3% (low numeracy 18% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

City profile

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6,971
Recorded votes
$48.0M
Annual budget
$4.0M
Debt outstanding
46
Permitted housing units

The money — in

source: Census gov-finance & state comptroller

Budget

Revenue$48.0M
Spending$36.2M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.

Debt load LOW

Outstanding debt$4.0M
Debt-to-revenue0.08×
Debt-load index23 / 100
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Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.456
All kids
0.446
Black kids
0.385

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