Stark County public meetings in 2023

Board of Health

The Stark County Board of Health will conduct public health nuisance hearings as its primary action. The meeting is procedural with no substantive decisions listed beyond routine agenda approvals and scheduling.

City Council

Canton City Council met on December 18, 2023, and adopted two emergency ordinances on second reading: one authorizing an amendment to a trust indenture to support Port Authority revenue bonds for the HOFV TDD, and another approving a petition for special assessments for energy improvement projects. The agenda also included several emergency requests for legislation, including a Republic Steel air pollution program appropriation and a 50/50 demolition split program with Stark County Land Rehab. No public hearings or old business were held.

• Adopted O#15 (231/2023): Amendment to Trust Indenture to assign net service payment revenues for Port Authority revenue bonds for HOFV TDD
• Adopted O#16 (232/2023) as amended: Petition for Special Assessments for Special Energy Improvement Projects for Canton Regional Energy SID
• Requested legislation for Republic Steel Air Pollution Program (supplemental appropriation from 2333 Republic Canton Community Fund)
• Requested 50/50 demolition split program update with Stark County Land Rehab
• Requested 2024 authorization to apply for various project funds and 2024 supply list

Board of Health

The Canton Board of Health is holding a special meeting solely to review applicants for the position of City of Canton Health Commissioner. The board will immediately move into executive session to discuss the appointment, and no public business will be conducted.

• Executive session to review Health Commissioner applicants
• No public business to be conducted

City Council

Canton City Council held its regular meeting on December 11, 2023, adopting several ordinances including a temporary 2024 budget and a measure authorizing the mayor to vote on a workforce endowment fund donation. The council also handled a public records complaint about police footage, heard from youth program participants, and postponed a zone change indefinitely.

• Adopted temporary budget for 2024 (O#227/2023, amended)
• Authorized mayor to vote on Workforce Initiative Council donation to establish endowment fund (O#226/2023)
• Postponed indefinitely zone change for Kristopher Schmid on Faircrest St SW from B-3 to PB-4 (O#55/77)
• Approved replat of Outlots 1345 and 1346 for Simon Warstler, 1120 Camden Ave SW (O#229/2023)
• Vacated Vertolli-Harmon Memorial Lane NE and approved replat of Outlots 840 and 841, 4500 Atlantic Blvd NE (O#230/2023)

City Council

Canton City Council met on December 4, 2023, and took action on several items, including adopting a temporary budget for 2024, approving a pay increase for the Clerk of Council, and authorizing purchases of fitness and surveying equipment. They also advanced ordinances related to a TIF for Kato Automotive, a $625,000 COPS grant, and a water supply loan. A zone change for Faircrest St SW was postponed to the next meeting.

• Adopted temporary budget for 2024 (emergency)
• Authorized pay increase for Clerk of Council (emergency)
• Established Kato Automotive LLC Non-School TIF (emergency)
• Approved $625,000 supplemental appropriation for COPS Hiring Grant
• Authorized $46,800 for 42" East Side Interceptor Rehabilitation design

City Council

The Canton City Council is meeting to consider a range of items, including adopting a temporary 2024 budget, establishing a non-school TIF for Kato Automotive, accepting a $625,000 COPS Hiring Program grant, and authorizing design contracts for the E. Tuscarawas Streetscape Phase 2 and the Canton Memorial Civic Center upgrades. Several items are marked as emergency and will be voted on in first or second reading. A public hearing on a zone change for All Nations Tabernacle was postponed to December 4.

• Adopt temporary budget for 2024 (emergency)
• Establish Kato Automotive LLC Non-School TIF (emergency)
• $625,000 COPS Hiring Program grant for police
• $46,800 for 42" East Side Interceptor Rehabilitation design
• $165,900 for Canton Memorial Civic Center upgrades design

Board of Health

The Stark County Board of Health will vote on the proposed 2024 budget, a fee schedule amendment for food protection licenses, and several contracts and agreements, including grants for dental sealants, HIV services, and community health programs. The board will also approve bills totaling $374,647.89, personnel actions, and recommendations from public hearings.

• Approve list of bills (10/19/2023-11/21/2023) - $374,647.89
• Accept proposed 2024 budget
• Amend schedule of fees for food protection licenses (1st reading)
• Approve FY24 Dental Sealant Program application up to $63,000 with Ohio Department of Health
• Approve agreement with United Way of Greater Stark County up to $41,860 for pregnant persons emergency assistance

Board of Health

The Stark County Board of Health is meeting to hold public health nuisance hearings. The agenda is otherwise procedural, covering roll call, agenda approval, and setting the next meeting date.

• Public health nuisance hearings
• Agenda approval
• Next meeting date set for November 27, 2023 at 11:30 AM

City Council

Canton City Council held its regular meeting on November 20, 2023, adopting several emergency ordinances and resolutions. Key actions included approving pay raises for Mayor's Cabinet and management personnel, establishing a non-school TIF for Kato Automotive, and authorizing contracts for various projects. The agenda also included public comments on housing, zoning, and neighborhood safety.

• Authorized pay raises for Mayor's Cabinet salaries and 3% wage increase for management/non-bargaining personnel effective 1/1/24
• Established Kato Automotive LLC Non-School TIF (emergency)
• Approved $625,000 COPS Hiring Program Grant for Police Admin
• Authorized contracts for Water Service Shop Renovation and 42" East Side Interceptor Rehabilitation design ($46,800)
• Vacated Vertolli-Harmon Memorial Lane and replat of Outlots 840 & 841

City Council

The Canton City Council met on November 13, 2023, and took action on a wide range of items, including adopting ordinances on first reading, approving emergency contracts, and accepting grants. Key decisions included a zone change for a property on Faircrest St SW, a TIF designation for KATO Automotive, and a contract for the Police in Parks Initiative. The agenda was largely procedural, with many items related to budget amendments and grant fund transfers.

• Zone change for Kristopher Schmid on Faircrest St SW from B-3 to PB-4 (public hearing 11/27)
• TIF designation for KATO Automotive LLC parcels on 15th St NW
• Contract for Police in Parks Initiative and camera network equipment
• Acceptance of $12,690 Patrick Leahy Bullet Proof Vest Grant for 27 vests
• Contract change order for Allen Ave SE sanitary sewer replacement

Board of Health

The Stark County Board of Health is holding a special meeting with a single substantive item: an executive session to review applicants for the position of Health Commissioner. The rest of the agenda is procedural, consisting of call to order, roll call, other business, and adjournment.

• Executive session to review applicants for Health Commissioner position

Board of Health

The Stark County Board of Health will hold two closed special meetings to interview candidates for the City of Canton Health Commissioner position. No public business will be conducted; all discussions will occur in executive session under state law.

• Executive Session to consider employment of a public official

Board of Health

The Stark County Board of Health will hold two closed meetings to interview candidates for the City of Canton Health Commissioner position. No public business will be conducted; all discussions will occur in executive session.

• Executive Session to consider the employment of a public official

City Council

The Canton City Council convened on October 23, 2023, and adopted several emergency funding transfers and contracts, including a $12,690 grant for 27 bulletproof vests for the Police Department. The meeting also included first and second readings of ordinances, property replats, and appointments, with no public hearings or old business items.

• Adopted $12,690 grant for 27 bulletproof vests via Patrick Leahy Bullet Proof Vest Partnership Grant
• Approved $3% cost-of-living raise for management and non-bargaining employees effective 1/1/24
• Authorized sub-award agreements with Newton Family Apts Ltd Partnership and Canton For All People Acquisition Holdings LLC for single-family housing in Shorb neighborhood
• Approved replats for properties at 1003 Cherry Ave NE, 200 blk Warner Rd SE, and Faircrest St SW
• Amended Approp O#51/2023 for multiple emergency funding transfers across departments

Board of Health

The Stark County Board of Health will vote on routine approvals including bills, contracts, personnel changes, and resolutions. Notable items include a $713,678.98 bill list, several contracts for harm reduction and COVID-related services, and a resolution to set tattoo and piercing fees.

• Approve list of bills (09/13/2023 - 10/18/2023) - $713,678.98
• Approve resolution for tattoo and piercing fees
• Approve contract with APIC Consulting for infection prevention in long-term care facilities, up to $20,000
• Approve addendum with WRL Advertising for syphilis campaign, additional $8,400 (new total $36,400)
• Accept retirement of Health Commissioner James Adams, effective January 24, 2024

City Council

The Canton City Council convened on October 16, 2023, addressing zoning adjustments, liquor permit transfers, and multiple emergency funding requests. Several ordinances were adopted on second reading, including those related to street and sewer improvements in partnership with the Stark County Port Authority. Public hearings were not held, and no old business was carried over.

• Zone change at Faircrest St SW (Parcel 8300001) for RV Park and Station
• Transfer of C1, C2, D6 liquor permit from Aldi at 3715 Harmont Ave NE to 2725 Maret St NE (Ward 6)
• Job Creation Tax Incentive Agreement with Howmet Aerospace (1935 Warner Rd S, Ward 4)
• ARPA funding request for Beacon Charitable Pharmacy (emergency)
• Amendments to Ordinance O#51/2023 for emergency appropriations and transfers

Board of Health

The Stark County Board of Health will meet for a special session to conduct an executive session reviewing applications for the position of Health Commissioner. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda beyond this review.

• Executive session to review Health Commissioner applications

City Council

The Canton City Council met on September 25, 2023, and took action on a wide range of items, including adopting several ordinances on first and second readings, approving contracts, and authorizing property conveyances. The council also heard public comment from a resident about living conditions in Stark Metropolitan Housing. The meeting included numerous emergency measures, reflecting the routine but consequential nature of municipal governance.

• Adopted O#24, a supplemental appropriation from the General Fund to Police Admin
• Adopted O#28, amending appropriations and adjusting various accounts
• Adopted O#29, approving special assessments for PACE financing for HOF Village Hotel II LLC
• Authorized property conveyances to 1827 Group LTD (1900 blk Cleveland Ave SW) and Greener Properties LLC (600 blk Cook Ave SE)
• Authorized a $625,000 supplemental appropriation for variable frequency drive at NE Water Treatment Plant

City Council

The Canton City Council met on September 18, 2023, and adopted several contracts, ordinances, and resolutions. Key actions included approving a $625,000 contract for a variable frequency drive at the NE Water Treatment Plant, authorizing the sale of two city-owned parcels, and adopting emergency appropriations for grants and infrastructure projects.

• Auth $625,000 contract for NE Water Treatment Plant variable frequency drive installation
• Auth sale of Parcel #217913 (1900 blk Cleveland Ave SW) to 1827 Group Ltd
• Auth sale of Parcel #209340 (600 blk Cook Ave SW) to Greener Properties LLC
• Auth $90,000 grant for SFY2024 Specialized Docket Payroll Subsidy
• Auth Timken Gatehouse Renovation Project contracts and grant funds

Board of Health

This is a procedural agenda for the Stark County Board of Health's public health nuisance hearings. The board will call the meeting to order, approve the agenda, and adjourn; no substantive decisions or discussions are listed. The next meeting is scheduled for October 23, 2023.

• Public Health Nuisance Hearings scheduled
• Next meeting date set for October 23, 2023 at 11:30 AM

City Council

The Canton City Council is meeting to handle a range of business, including accepting grant funds, approving emergency appropriations, and voting on zoning and development agreements. Items include funding for a water treatment plant upgrade, sewer replacement projects, and tax incentive agreements for local businesses. The council will also consider liquor permits, board appointments, and several property-related measures.

• Emergency $625,000 appropriation from Water Fund for variable frequency drive at NE Water Treatment Plant
• Emergency $261,000 appropriation from Water Fund for Allen Ave SE Sanitary Sewer Replacement change orders
• Zoning ordinance amendment for properties at 2701 & 2704 Harrison Ave NW and 2006 Hillcrest Rd NW
• Community Reinvestment Area and TIF agreements with Chamber Ave LLC and Emaxx NE Ohio LLC (Eco-Maxx)
• New D5 liquor permit for AVI FOODSYSTEMS INC at 1510 Clarendon Ave

Board of Health

The Stark County Board of Health is meeting to approve its agenda and hold public health nuisance hearings. The board will also set the next meeting date. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Public health nuisance hearings
• Next meeting date set for September 25 at 11:30 AM

City Council

Canton City Council held its regular meeting on August 21, 2023, adopting several items including a zone change, a liquor permit request, and purchases. Public speaks included criticism of the DORA curfew and a request for help with demolition costs. The council also introduced ordinances for emergency demolitions, water main extensions, and park projects.

• Zone change at 2701 Harrison Ave NW, 2704 Harrison Ave NW & 2006 Hillcrest Rd NW from R-3 to PR-4
• Purchase of two zero turn mowers for Public Works from Cutter Power Sales, LLC
• D5J liquor permit for G&C Capital Investment, Inc. dba 19th Hole at 101 Central Plaza S
• Emergency demolition of 1654 East Tuscarawas St and 1374 Heising Ct SW
• Water main extension to Sparwood Farms Development

Board of Health

The Canton City Board of Health is holding a special meeting to address three items: appointing a Community Health Equity Coordinator (tabled from a previous meeting), reviewing a compensation plan proposal for the health department, and reviewing a marketing and outreach plan for sexually transmitted infections. These are discussion and decision items, not final votes on policy.

• Appointment of Community Health Equity Coordinator (tabled from July 24, 2023)
• Review of Canton City Public Health compensation plan proposal
• Review of STI marketing and outreach plan

City Council

The Canton City Council held its regular meeting on August 7, 2023, adopting several ordinances and resolutions. Key actions included approving amendments to the zoning code for wall murals and business/industrial uses, authorizing multiple emergency contracts and appropriations, and confirming appointments to the SARTA board and Tree Commission. The council also heard public comments on crime and police conduct.

• Adopted ordinance amending Chapter 1188 (Wall Murals) and Chapter 1131/1198/1147 (zoning definitions, conditional uses, permitted uses) after public hearings.
• Authorized $46,188 moral obligation to Montrose Ford and $70,000/$103,000 to Simply Youth Camp programs.
• Approved contract with Aclara Technologies for 2,016 meter transmitting units.
• Authorized contract change order #2 with Wenger Excavating for Colonial Blvd Reconstruction Phase 1.
• Approved $20,000 grant for police marketing materials and purchase of a track-mounted excavator and asphalt trailer.

Board of Health

The Stark County Board of Health will meet on July 24, 2023, to approve prior meeting minutes, a list of bills totaling $138,401.02, and purchase a $92,900 shelter enclosure. The board will also discuss personnel actions, contracts, and grant-funded programs, including health equity initiatives and syphilis prevention campaigns.

• Approve list of bills totaling $138,401.02 (06/16/2023 - 07/17/2023)
• Purchase shelter enclosure with mobile chassis for up to $92,900.00 (American Rescue Plan grant)
• Approve $24,000 addendum for Stark County Health Department Community Health Worker Program (THRIVE Medicaid Round 6 Grant)
• Approve $40,000 syphilis prevention marketing campaign with Innis Maggiore (FY23 STI Prevention grant)
• Approve $28,000 syphilis prevention digital campaign with WRL Advertising (FY23 STI Prevention Grant)

City Council

The Canton City Council held its regular meeting on July 24, 2023, addressing a range of administrative and legislative items. The council approved several emergency ordinances, including contracts for a demolition, a pickleball court project, and water meter units, as well as amendments to the city's zoning code regarding wall murals and business uses. Public comments included concerns about the curfew, park equity, and a request for a public apology from a business owner.

• Authorized contracts for demolition at 1464 Gibbs Ave NE (O#21)
• Approved $20,000 grant for police marketing and recruitment materials (O#26)
• Amended zoning code for wall murals and business/industrial uses (O#24, O#25)
• Authorized purchase of track-mounted excavator and asphalt trailer (O#28)
• Approved $11,149.02 payment to Smiths Detection (O#17)

Board of Health

The Stark County Board of Health will conduct a public meeting to approve the agenda and hold routine public health nuisance hearings. No substantive decisions or new business items are listed beyond procedural matters.

City Council

The Canton City Council met on July 10, 2023, and took action on several items, including emergency appropriations, a zone change request, and multiple contracts. They adopted an alternative tax budget, approved a replat, and amended zoning codes. Several ordinances were passed on first or second reading, with some retained in committee.

• Emergency appropriation for K-9 Unit and STD Control Program
• Zone change request for properties at 2710 Harrison Ave NW, 2704 Harrison Ave NW, and 2006 Hillcrest Rd NW
• Contract for track mounted excavator and trailer-mounted asphalt trailer
• Acceptance of $20,000 grant for police marketing materials
• Amendments to wall mural and zoning code chapters

Board of Health

The Canton City Board of Health will vote on routine approvals including the agenda, minutes, a list of bills totaling $184,597.08, and several personnel actions. They will also consider contracts and agreements, notably a $1.46 million WIC grant from the Ohio Department of Health and a tobacco enforcement agreement. The meeting is largely administrative, with no major policy changes or public hearings scheduled.

• Approve List of Bills (05/16/2023 – 06/15/2023) - $184,597.08
• Approve FY24 WIC grant (Ohio Department of Health) up to $1,459,904.00 with sub-grantees to Alliance, Massillon, and Stark County health departments
• Authorize agreement with Ohio Department of Health for Tobacco Enforcement Smoke Free investigations (up to $175 per investigation)
• Approve agreement with Canton Medical Education Foundation for patient care training at $13.00 per completed segment
• Approve STI Medication program agreement with Ohio Department of Health (no cost medications, 2023-2028)

City Council

The Canton City Council held its regular meeting on June 26, 2023, addressing routine financial reports, liquor permit requests, and zoning text amendments. The council adopted several emergency ordinances, including budget adjustments, the hiring of a Water Department fiscal manager at $70,000, and a settlement for a wastewater treatment project claim. Public comments included concerns about police accountability, mental health center treatment, and a grant application.

• Adopted emergency ordinance to hire Brandon Kerr as Water Dept Fiscal Mgr at $70,000/year
• Authorized settlement of pending claim/lawsuit for WRF Phosphorus/Total Nitrogen Project, Contract No. 26
• Requested zoning text amendments for wall murals (Ch. 1188) and RV parks (Ch. 1198.13)
• Requested liquor permit transfer for HOF Village Concessions LLC at 2101 Champions Gateway NW and 2450 17th St NW
• Requested replat of Out Lots 669-671 for Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 94

Board of Health

The Stark County Board of Health will conduct routine business including agenda approval and public health nuisance hearings. The next meeting is scheduled for July 24, 2023, at 11:30 AM.

• Approve meeting agenda
• Public health nuisance hearings
• Set next meeting date: July 24, 2023 at 11:30 AM

City Council

The Canton City Council met on June 5, 2023, and took action on several items, including adopting ordinances on first reading for a water pollution control loan, hiring a fair housing investigator, and an 11th St improvement project. They also discussed various communications and held committee meetings. The meeting included routine procedural items and acknowledgments.

• Authorized agreement with Ohio Environmental Protection Agency for 11th St Improvement Replacement Project (GP 1144, PID 90465)
• Authorized hiring of Karen Esposito as Fair Housing Investigator at $45,000/year
• Authorized Water Pollution Control Loan Fund Agreement for wastewater facilities
• Authorized easement agreement with East Ohio Gas Company for natural gas facilities at City Service Center
• Authorized 7510 Perry Township JEDD Fund

City Council

The Canton City Council met on May 22, 2023, and took action on several items, including adopting ordinances on first and second readings. They approved a curfew for minors in the DORA, accepted a Walmart grant, and authorized contracts for sewer and water projects. Public comments were made about building permits and a police shooting.

• Adopted Ordinance 76/2023 amending Chapter 503 to establish a curfew for minors in the DORA
• Accepted Walmart Local Community Grant and amended appropriation O#51/2023 for Police Admin fund
• Authorized contract change order #2 for Sugar Creek Water Treatment Plant Renovation with Great Lakes Construction Company
• Authorized low-interest loan and appropriation for 11th St SE Intersection and Roadway Improvements Project (GP 1144, PID 90465)
• Authorized easement agreement with Ohio Power Company for electrical facilities at Spiker Park

Board of Health

The Stark County Board of Health is meeting to conduct public health nuisance hearings. The agenda contains no other substantive business beyond scheduling the next meeting date.

• Public health nuisance hearings
• Next meeting scheduled for Monday, June 26, 2023 at 11:30am

Board of Health

The Stark County Board of Health meets to approve routine minutes, a $122,064.48 list of bills, and several personnel actions. The board also takes up hospital maternity licensure, patient write-offs, and two major environmental-protection contracts totaling $1.8M.

• Approve $122,064.48 in bills (4/17–5/15/2023)
• Approve $1,548,357 Ohio EPA air-pollution contract amendment and renewal
• Approve $302,775 EPA grant for expanded air monitoring near Republic Steel
• Approve Cleveland Clinic Mercy hospital maternity licensure application
• Approve $131.25 patient write-off (MRN #34365)

City Council

The Canton City Council is holding its regular meeting with several first and second readings of ordinances, including updates to the Community Reinvestment Area, sewer replacement projects, and utility easements. The council will also vote on three property replats and receive financial reports from the Finance Director and Treasurer.

• Contract change order #2 for Sugar Creek Water Treatment Plant Renovation with Great Lakes Construction Company
• Easement agreements with Ohio Power Company (Spiker Park) and East Ohio Gas Company (City Service Center)
• 4th St SE Sewer Replacement Project (GP 1338) with Ohio EPA low-interest loan
• Updates to Canton's City-Wide Community Reinvestment Area per Senate Bill 33
• Replats for Chuck Fuchs, Sarai Properties LLC, and Habitat for Humanity

City Council

Canton City Council met May 8, 2023, and adopted several emergency items, including the purchase of a 1992 Pierce Arrow Aerial truck for the Fire Department and two property conveyances to the Canton Community Improvement Corp. Council also gave first readings to items on a Community Reinvestment Area update, a sewer replacement project, and wastewater loan agreements. No public hearings or old business were on the agenda.

• Purchase of 1992 Pierce Arrow Aerial truck for Fire Dept. (adopted)
• Conveyance of city-owned property at 1839 Kimball Rd SE to Canton Community Improvement Corp. (adopted)
• Conveyance of five parcels to Canton Community Improvement Corp. (adopted)
• First reading: update to City-Wide Community Reinvestment Area per Senate Bill 33
• First reading: 4th St SE Sewer Replacement Project with Ohio EPA low-interest loan

City Council

The Canton City Council is holding its regular meeting with several emergency ordinances on first and second readings. Key items include authorizing the 4th St. SE sewer replacement project and related loan agreement, transferring a liquor license, and conveying city-owned properties to the Canton Community Improvement Corp. The council also heard public comments about RT. 62 lighting and APRA fund input.

• Authorize 4th St. SE. Sewer Replacement Project (GP 1338) and WPCLF loan agreement
• Transfer C1,C2 liquor license from 12th Street Market LLC to Main Stop Mart LLC at 1100 12th ST NW
• Convey city-owned property (Parcel No. 232479, 1839 Kimball RD SE) to Canton Community Improvement Corp.
• Convey city-owned properties (Parcel Nos. 10009758-10009762) to Canton Community Improvement Corp.
• Accept replats for Chuck Fuchs (Ward 2), Sarai Properties LLC (Ward 5), and Habitat for Humanity (Ward 4)

City Council

The Canton City Council met on April 17, 2023, and took action on several items, including adopting ordinances for the 2023 Summer Work Experience and Camp/Learning Programs using ARPA funds, and authorizing participation in an ODOT road salt contract. The council also discussed property transfers for economic development, liquor permits, and replats, but no public hearings or old business were on the agenda.

• Authorized contracts for 2023 Summer Work Experience and Camp/Learning Programs using ARPA funds (O#11, emergency)
• Authorized participation in ODOT road salt contract (O#12, emergency)
• Requested property transfers to CCIC for economic development (1839 Kimball Rd SE and Ford Property)
• Requested D1, D3 liquor permit for El Fogon Carribean Grill LLC at 918 Cherry Ave NE
• Requested replats for Chuck Fuchs, Sarai Properties LLC, and Habitat for Humanity

City Council

The Canton City Council is meeting to consider several items, including emergency authorizations for an enterprise zone agreement with Boswell Concrete, ARPA-funded summer camps and work experience programs, and participation in an ODOT road salt contract. The council will also vote on accepting ARPA grants for first responder wellness and recruitment, and amendments to the clean indoor air chapter. The meeting is largely procedural with no public hearings or old business.

• Enterprise Zone Agreement with Boswell Concrete, Inc. (emergency)
• ARPA 2023 Summer Camps and Work Experience Programs (emergency)
• ODOT Road Salt contract participation (emergency)
• ARPA First Responder Wellness, Recruitment, Retention & Resiliency grants (items 62/2023 and 63/2023)
• Amendments to Chapter 1727 Clean Indoor Air

City Council

The Canton City Council met on April 3, 2023, and took action on several ordinances, including adopting one on second reading and advancing others. Key items include authorizing contracts and grants for water main replacement projects on 34th St NW and Fairmount, and accepting American Rescue Plan Act funds for first responder wellness and retention. The council also heard public comments on a tax renewal levy for the May primary.

• Authorized grant acceptance for ARPA First Responder Wellness, Recruitment, Retention & Resiliency (Fire and Police)
• Authorized contract change order No. 1 for Sugar Creek Water Treatment Plant Renovation Project
• Authorized contracts, grants, and zero percent loan for 34th St NW Area Water Main Replacement and Roadway Improvements
• Authorized contracts, grants, and zero percent loan for Fairmount Area Water Main Replacement Phase II
• Authorized purchase of one 1/2 ton pickup truck with plow and one large dump truck for Collection Systems Dept

City Council

The Canton City Council is holding its regular meeting with multiple ordinances up for first, second, and third readings. Key items include accepting federal grants for first responder wellness, approving contracts for water main replacements and road improvements, purchasing vehicles, and adopting the 2023 annual appropriation. The meeting includes public comments on parking tickets, homelessness, and senior resources during a power outage.

• Grant acceptance for ARPA First Responder Wellness, Recruitment, Retention & Resiliency (fire and police)
• Contract change order for Sugar Creek Water Treatment Plant Renovation Project
• Contracts and loans for 34th St NW and Fairmount Area water main replacement and road improvement projects
• Purchase of 1/2-ton pickup truck with plow and large dump truck for Collection Systems Dept
• Adoption of 2023 annual appropriation for City of Canton (emergency)

City Council

The Canton City Council is meeting to consider a range of items, including first readings for water main replacement projects, vehicle purchases, and HUD action plans, as well as third readings on a TIF, opioid settlements, and replats. Public comments raised concerns about road conditions, parking meters, and a historical building. The agenda includes several emergency measures and procedural items.

• First reading: 34th St NW Area Water Main Replacement and Rdwy Improvements Project (contracts, grants, zero-interest loan)
• First reading: Fairmount Area Water Main Replacement Phase II and Rdwy Improvements Project (contracts, grants, zero-interest loan)
• Third reading: Establish 'AVI Greentree Non-School TIF' (Ordinance 41/2023)
• Third reading: Authorize execution of 'New National Opioid Settlements' (Teva, Allergan, CVS, Walgreens, Walmart) (Ordinance 43/2023)
• Third reading: Approve replats for Habitat for Humanity and Canton City School District (Ordinances 46-48/2023)

City Council

The Canton City Council is holding its regular meeting with a full agenda of emergency ordinances, including adoption of the 2023 capital budget and annual appropriations, as well as several water main replacement and improvement projects. The council will also consider establishing a non-school TIF for AVI Greentree, authorizing new national opioid settlements, and approving replats for Habitat for Humanity and the Canton City School District. Public hearings and old business are none, and the meeting includes a public speaker addressing lost transcripts.

• Adopt 2023 annual appropriations for City of Canton (emergency)
• Adopt 2023 Capital Budget (emergency)
• Establish 'AVI Greentree Non-School TIF' (emergency)
• Authorize execution of 'New National Opioid Settlements' with Teva, Allergan, CVS, Walgreens, Walmart (emergency)
• Authorize contracts for City-Wide Fiber Network and Safety Camera Expansion (emergency)

City Council

The Canton City Council held its regular meeting on March 6, 2023, addressing a public hearing on a zone change, adopting resolutions to commend police officers, and considering multiple ordinances on first, second, and third readings. Key items include establishing a TIF district, authorizing opioid settlements, approving contracts for vehicles and fiber network expansion, and issuing bond anticipation notes for development projects. The meeting was largely procedural, with no old business and limited public comment.

• Public hearing on zone change for 9th St NW and McKinley Ave NW (R-1a/B-3 to B-3) and Faircrest SW/I-77 NE (B-3/R-3 to B-4)
• Adopted resolutions commending 2022 and 2023 Police Officers of the Year (Detectives Daniel Szaniszlo and Michael Herrera)
• First reading: Establish 'AVI Greentree Non-School TIF' (emergency)
• First reading: Authorize 'New National Opioid Settlements' with Teva, Allergan, CVS, Walgreens, Walmart (emergency)
• Third reading: Issue revenue bond anticipation notes for Hercules Development Project and Hall of Fame Village (emergency)

City Council

The Canton City Council is holding its regular meeting with several emergency ordinances for first, second, and third readings, including authorizing contracts for a city-wide fiber network and safety camera expansion, approving water main extensions, and accepting grant funds for police equipment. The council will also vote on rezonings in Wards 2, 4, and 5, and authorize revenue bond anticipation notes for the Hercules Development and Hall of Fame Village projects. Public comments addressed park conditions, police response times, and housing issues.

• Authorization to enter into 'New National Opioid Settlements'
• Contracts for City-Wide Fiber Network and Safety Camera Expansion
• Rezone 9th St NW and McKinley Ave NW area (Ward 2) and Faircrest SW and I-77 NE area (Wards 4 & 5)
• Revenue bond anticipation notes for Hercules Development and Hall of Fame Village
• Job creation and retention agreements with Midwest Industrial Supply, Inc. and Union Metal Industries Corp.

City Council

The Canton City Council held its regular meeting, adopting several ordinances including a zone change for the 2nd St NW and Newton Ave NW area, authorizing revenue bond anticipation notes for the Hercules Development and Hall of Fame Village projects, and approving contracts for demolitions at 606 6th St NE and 820 8th St NW. The council also discussed street conditions, with a resident speaking about potholes and trash, and considered potential ordinances to require insurance for demolition costs on investment properties.

• Zone change for 2nd St NW and Newton Ave NW from R-1a and B-3 to B-3 (O#25/2023)
• Revenue bond anticipation notes for Hercules Development and Hall of Fame Village
• Demolition contracts for 606 6th St NE and 820 8th St NW
• Reappointment of Cleo Lucas to Canton City Board of Health
• Liquor permit request for 2 Scoopz at 132 5th St NW

City Council

The Canton City Council met on February 6, 2023, and took action on several items, including adopting ordinances on first and second readings. They approved revenue bond anticipation notes for the Hercules Development Project and an economic development project, and authorized a new liquor permit for Tipsy TS LLC. The council also passed emergency ordinances for grants, contracts, and a new hire, and scheduled a public hearing for a rezoning on February 13.

• Revenue Bond Anticipation Note for Hercules Development Project
• New D1, D2, D3, D3A liquor permit for Tipsy TS LLC at 2543 Winfield Way NE
• Rezoning of 2nd St NW and Newton Ave NW area from R-1a and B-3 to B-3 (public hearing 2/13/23)
• Contract for Shorb Neighborhood Home Improvement Project
• Grant agreement for remediation and demolition of 1515 Shorb Ave NW

City Council

The Canton City Council held its January 9, 2023 meeting, approving an outdoor refreshment area for Hall of Fame Village and multiple emergency contracts including water main replacements and a collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Local 3449. The council also discussed property issues, personnel appointments, and holiday additions.

• Create Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area at Hall of Fame Village (O#4/2023)
• Ratify AFSCME Local 3449 contract (1/1/23–12/31/24) for Fire Department
• Approve emergency water main replacement contracts for Perry Heights, Croydon Dr, and Gross Ave NE
• Amend city code to add Juneteenth as a paid holiday starting 2023
• Emergency demolition approved for 914 Raff Rd SW