Stark County public meetings in 2024

Board of Health

The Stark County Board of Health will vote on routine administrative items including meeting minutes, invoices, and personnel actions. They will also consider several contracts and grant agreements, including a janitorial contract and funding for maternal health and harm reduction programs.

• Approve FY25 contract with R&G Janitorial Inc. for $54,600 for custodial services at 420 Market Ave N, 128 Wertz Ave, and 832 McKinley Ave NW
• Approve extended agreement with multiple Medicaid plans for $382,500 to reduce infant mortality
• Approve addendums to extend Medicaid Round 6 grants and add funds (e.g., $155,000 to Access Health Stark County, $79,866.78 to Stark County Health Department)
• Approve agreement with OneOhio Recovery Foundation for $264,231.91 for harm reduction
• Approve new Harm Reduction Manager position and updated Epidemiologist position description

The Canton City Board of Health approved a 2% cost-of-living wage increase for employees and adjusted pay grades, adopting Resolution 2024-19. The board also approved several contracts and agreements, including a $54,600 janitorial contract and a $264,231.91 harm reduction agreement with OneOhio Recovery Foundation. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved 2025 COLA wage increase and pay grade adjustments (Resolution 2024-19, unanimous)
• Approved PHAB re-accreditation application (Resolution 2024-20, unanimous)
• Approved Health Code amendment on terminal pay (Resolution 2024-21, unanimous)
• Approved $54,600 FY25 janitorial contract with R&G Janitorial Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $382,500 extended agreement with Medicaid plans for maternal health (unanimous)
• Approved $264,231.91 agreement with OneOhio Recovery Foundation (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank for naloxone distribution (unanimous)
• Approved FY24 Integrated Harm Reduction grant extension and addendums (unanimous)

City Council

The Canton City Council held its final 2024 meeting, adopting several items including a zoning board appointment, multiple lot replats, and emergency ordinances. They also discussed collective bargaining, construction projects, and personnel policies. The meeting included public comments and announcements about upcoming events.

• Confirmed Patrick Wyatt to Zoning Board of Appeals (2025-2027)
• Approved replats for Canton for All People properties on Brown Ave NW, 3rd St NW, Newton Ave NW
• Accepted Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant for police
• Authorized $77,152 design contract for Civic Center restroom and parking expansion
• Approved 3-year contract for Chief Building Official up to $83,200/year

City Council

The Canton City Council met on December 9, 2024, and adopted several items, including a $52,380 purchase order for centrifuge repair at the Water Reclamation Facility and a 4% wage increase for management and non-bargaining personnel effective January 1, 2025. The council also approved appointments to the Fair Housing Commission and Board of Building Appeals, and moved several ordinances to second reading, including a three-year contract for a Chief Building Official and a construction contract for the Civic Center restroom and parking lot expansion. No public hearings or old business were on the agenda.

• Adopted $52,380 purchase order for centrifuge repair at Water Reclamation Facility
• Adopted 4% wage increase for management and non-bargaining personnel effective 1/1/25
• Second reading: $83,200/year contract for Chief Building Official (Oak Group, LLC) with 5% annual increase
• Second reading: Construction contract for Cleveland Ave. NW resurfacing project (GP 1283)
• First reading: $77,152 design contract for Civic Center restroom and north parking lot expansion

City Council

Canton City Council held a public hearing and third reading to annex the Canton Service Center (30th St NE, ~1.052 acres) into Ward 6 with I-1 light industrial zoning. The council also approved several personnel reappointments, introduced ordinances for 2025 temporary appropriations, a police vehicle purchase, and a chief building official contract, and discussed community concerns during public speaks.

• Annexation of Canton Service Center (30th St NE) to Ward 6, zoned I-1 light industry (O#242/2024)
• Contract with Charles Corcoran (Oak Group) as Chief Building Official, up to $83,200/yr with 5% annual increases
• Purchase of two 2025 Police Interceptor Ford Explorers from Sarchione Ford, not to exceed $109,730 (O#241/2024)
• ARPA subward agreement with Canton Community Improvement Corp, up to $350,000 for Greater Shorb neighborhood
• Maple Ave sewer replacement project with Burgess & Niple, estimated $200,000

City Council

The Canton City Council met on November 25, 2024, and adopted several ordinances and resolutions, including purchasing two SUVs for the Fire Department totaling $80,932, authorizing a $350,000 grant agreement for the Greater Shorb neighborhood, and annexing 1.052 acres of land for light industry zoning. The meeting also included reappointments to various boards and commissions, and emergency authorizations for sewer replacement and asset management planning.

• Approved purchase of Ford Explorer ($49,837) and Ford Escape ($31,095) for Fire Department
• Annexed 1.052 acres at 30th St. NE for light industry zoning (Ward 6)
• Authorized $350,000 ARPA subward agreement for Greater Shorb neighborhood
• Approved $200,000 contract with Burgess & Niple for Maple Ave. sewer replacement
• Authorized conveyance of city-owned property at 4th St. NW and Bedford Ave. NW to Canton Community Improvement Corp

Board of Health

The Stark County Board of Health will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to amend food protection license fees as required by Ohio law. The board will also vote on the proposed 2025 budget, approve invoices totaling $98,471.38, and consider several personnel actions and contracts.

• Public hearing on resolution amending food protection license fees
• Accept proposed 2025 budget
• Approve invoices (10/25/2024-11/15/2024) totaling $98,471.38
• Approve Solid Waste Management Grant with Stark-Tuscarawas-Wayne Joint Solid Waste Management District for $51,666.00
• Approve FY25 WIC grant budget increase of $184,166.00 from Ohio Department of Health

The Canton City Board of Health unanimously approved the proposed 2025 budget, a list of invoices totaling $98,471.38, and early payment of December 2024 and January 2025 invoices. The board also adopted four resolutions, including one amending food protection license fees (passed as an emergency with one abstention), and approved multiple contracts and agreements, including grants and personnel appointments.

• Approved 2025 budget (5-0)
• Approved invoices 10/25/2024-11/15/2024 totaling $98,471.38 (5-0)
• Approved early payment of December 2024 and January 2025 invoices (5-0)
• Approved vacation carryover for 4 employees (5-0)
• Appointed Dawn Johnson as full-time Staff Nurse II at $52,599.00 annual salary (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-15 (vacation payout) (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-16 (regular expenses) (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-18 (food protection fees, emergency) (4-0-1 abstention)

City Council

The Canton City Council is voting on a range of items including a collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Local 2937, several personnel hires, and multiple infrastructure contracts. They also approved several ordinances on first reading, including annexation and zoning changes. Public comments covered topics like road conditions and police culture.

• Ratified AFSCME Local 2937 collective bargaining agreement (1/1/25-12/31/27)
• Approved 4% cost-of-living wage increase for non-bargaining employees effective 1/1/25
• Authorized $350,000 ARPA subaward for Greater Shorb neighborhood
• Approved $200,000 contract with Burgess & Niple for Maple Ave sewer replacement
• Annexed 1.052 acres (Canton Service Center, 30th St NE) zoned I-1 Light Industry

City Council

The Canton City Council held its regular meeting on November 4, 2024, with 11 members present. The agenda included public comments on police reform and the indictment of officers in the death of Frank Tyson, as well as discussion of a property maintenance code amendment. The council adopted several ordinances on second reading, including those related to police grants, demolitions, and infrastructure projects, and took action on multiple replats for Habitat for Humanity and other properties.

• Adopted O#219/2024 amending the International Property Maintenance Code (Section 1351.03)
• Authorized $115,000 contract for 15th St NW streetscape and neighborhood improvement project (GP 1438)
• Authorized $675,000 contract change order with S.E.T., Inc. for Cherry Ave SE improvements (GP 1144)
• Accepted 2024 Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant for 30 vests for police
• Approved replats for Habitat for Humanity properties on Tuscarawas St E, Gobel Ave NE, 6th St NE, and 7th St NE

Board of Health

The Stark County Board of Health will conduct public nuisance hearings as part of its regular meeting. The board will also approve the agenda and set the next meeting date for November 19, 2024.

• Public Health Nuisance Hearings
• Next meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 19, 2024

Board of Health

The Stark County Board of Health will review and vote on routine administrative items including approving past meeting minutes, a list of invoices totaling $409,497.31, and several personnel actions such as terminations and appointments. The board will also consider multiple contracts and agreements, including a $49,000 marketing campaign and grant applications totaling over $100,000.

• Approve list of invoices totaling $409,497.31 (09/19/2024 - 10/24/2024)
• Approve $49,000 Syphilis multi-media marketing campaign with Innis Maggiore (FY24 STI Prevention grant)
• Approve $34,500 federal grant addition to Ohio EPA Air Pollution Control Contract
• Approve $51,666 Solid Waste Management Grant and $2,500 Recycling Drop-Off Cleanup Grant
• Accept termination of Jamie Altomare, Staff Nurse II and resignation of Bradley Rago, Epidemiologist I

The Board of Health approved several personnel actions, including new appointments for Laboratory Manager, Director of Environmental Health, Health & Promotion Planning Director, EH Public Health Technician, and WIC Assistant, along with accepting a termination and a resignation. The board also approved a $49,000 syphilis marketing campaign with Innis Maggiore (4-1), a no-cost sewage disposal MOU, and an Ohio EPA air pollution contract amendment adding $34,500 in IRA funds. Two solid waste grant agreements were tabled to the November meeting due to a potential grant period error.

• Approved $409,497.31 in invoices (unanimous)
• Accepted termination of Jamie Altomare, Staff Nurse II (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Bradley Rago, Epidemiologist I (unanimous)
• Approved appointments: Mindy Groff (Lab Manager, $73,902), Gus Dria (Env. Health Director, $94,821.53), Sherry Smith (HPP Director, $80,183), Myles Martin (EH Tech, $32,240), Ashley Martin (WIC Assistant, $34,980) (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-12 amending vacation pay code (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-13 certifying nuisance abatement costs of $9,288.83 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-14 authorizing Fiscal Manager to sign fiscal documents (unanimous)
• Approved $49,000 syphilis marketing campaign with Innis Maggiore (4-1)

City Council

Canton City Council held its regular meeting, adopting a contract for the Water Reclamation Facility and advancing numerous first and second readings, including several Habitat for Humanity lot replats and multiple emergency appropriations. The council also heard public concerns about a proposed landlord registration fee increase (O#25), which was postponed to the next meeting.

• Adopted contract for Water Reclamation Facility concrete wall materials and services
• First reading: job creation agreement with Pinnacle Care Providers under city incentive programs
• First reading: replats for five Habitat for Humanity properties in Ward 4
• First reading: $56,640 Community Policing Development Microgrant acceptance
• Second reading: purchase of 30 bulletproof vests via Patrick Leahy grant

City Council

Canton City Council met to discuss city operations, hear public comments on police and community issues, and vote on various ordinances and resolutions. Actions included authorizing a change order for the 34th St. NW area water main replacement, accepting grant funds, and approving real estate exchanges with the Board of Education of CCSD.

• Approved change order no. 2 with Wenger Excavating, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $115,735.60 for the 34th St. NW area water main replacement and roadway improvements project
• Authorized payment of a moral obligation of $78,622.90 to Atlantic Emergency Solutions for city ambulance repairs
• Adopted ordinance 205/2024 to certify unpaid and delinquent Building and Code Department charges to the county auditor
• Adopted ordinance 206/2024 to receive Fair Housing Assistance Grant funds from HUD
• Adopted amended ordinance 209/2024 to enter contracts for real estate exchange with the Board of Education of CCSD

General

The Stark County Board of Health is holding a work session to discuss Results Based Accountability and the Clear Impact tool, review the THRIVE scorecard and annual report, and discuss board training. No formal votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Overview of Results Based Accountability and Clear Impact
• THRIVE Scorecard Overview
• THRIVE Annual Report Review
• Board Training Discussion

The Board of Health held a work session with no formal votes or decisions. They received presentations on Results-Based Accountability, the THRIVE Scorecard, and the annual report, and discussed the new REACH training platform. No actions were taken.

• No formal decisions or votes were recorded during the work session

City Council

Canton City Council held its regular meeting on October 7, 2024, hearing public concerns about police treatment and council conduct. The council also advanced several items including zoning amendments, annexations, a water main contract change order, and multiple property replats.

• Public speaks: nine residents expressed concerns about police department and council reactions
• Public hearing on zoning amendments (O#195/2024) to Chapter 1131 definitions and Chapter 1147 permitted uses
• Change order No. 2 with Wenger Excavating, Inc. for $115,735.60 for 34th St. NW water main replacement
• Annexation requests: 1.052 acres in Plain Township (Canton Service Center, 30th St. NE) and statements for 2904 Market Ave N and 2050 Central Ave SE
• Multiple replats for Habitat for Humanity, Canton for All People, and other properties

City Council

The Canton City Council held its regular meeting with public comments on policing incidents, unsafe living conditions, and other issues. The council is considering several ordinances, including zoning changes for business and industrial districts, property replats for development, and various contracts and appropriations. No public hearings were held, and no old business was discussed.

• Public comments on policing incidents and police policy changes
• Ordinance to amend zoning definitions and permitted uses (public hearing 10/7/24)
• Replat approvals for Habitat for Humanity properties at 300 Henrietta Ave NE, 300 Tyler Ave SE, 200 Tyler Ave SE, and 2040 Tuscarawas St E
• Liquor permit transfers for HOF Village Concessions II LLC at 2101 Hall of Fame Way NW
• Emergency ordinance to certify unpaid demolition and water/sewer charges to Stark County Auditor

City Council

Canton City Council held a special meeting to carry out postponed votes from Monday's session. They are considering tax incentives for Schauer Group, several state and federal grants, updates to water department pay plans, and numerous property replats for development projects. The meeting also included public comments criticizing Council for adjourning early on September 23.

• Tax incentive agreement with Schauer Group
• FFY 2025 Ohio Traffic Safety Office IDEP/STEP grant
• Replat for Canton Palace Theater at 605 Market Ave N
• Replat for Habitat for Humanity at 300 Henrietta Ave NE and other locations
• Admissions tax amendment effective 1/1/25

General

The Stark County Board of Health is meeting to conduct public health nuisance hearings. The agenda includes a call to order, approval of the agenda, the hearings themselves, and setting the next meeting date. No other substantive items are listed.

• Public Health Nuisance Hearings
• Next meeting date: Tuesday, October 22, 2024

Board of Health

The Stark County Board of Health will vote on routine fiscal, personnel, and contract items, including approving $258,525.49 in invoices, a lease for the Nursing Division, and several grant-related agreements. The board will also hold first readings on resolutions to amend the health code, including a fee schedule change for the food protection program and a resolution allowing the Health Commissioner to make purchases for renovations. Several personnel actions, including a pay grade change and a resignation, are also on the agenda.

• Approve invoices totaling $258,525.49
• Lease for Nursing Division at 128 Wertz Avenue NW, up to $60,000 for one year
• First reading: resolution to amend food protection program fees (emergency)
• First reading: resolution to allow Health Commissioner to make purchases for renovations (emergency)
• Approve Ohio EPA Air Pollution Control contract amendment totaling $1,394,207

The Board of Health approved a resolution allowing the Health Commissioner to make purchases and enter contracts for renovations, adopted as Resolution 2024-11. It also approved a lease for the Nursing Division, several contract amendments and addendums, and multiple travel authorizations. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on the Lucas Live Media contract.

• Approved Resolution 2024-11 allowing Health Commissioner to handle renovation purchases/contracts (5-0)
• Approved lease with Fettman Property Management for Nursing Division at 128 Wertz Ave NW, up to $60,000 (5-0)
• Approved Ohio EPA Air Pollution Control Contract amendment totaling $1,394,207 (5-0)
• Approved MOU with Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank for Naloxone distribution (5-0)
• Approved addendums for Charlotte Williams, Beacon Charitable Pharmacy, and Canton Fire Department (5-0)
• Approved no-cost addendum with Zion Community Development Corp (5-0)
• Approved contract with Lucas Live Media for $1,500 (4-0-1 abstention)
• Approved travel for five staff members (5-0)

City Council

The Canton City Council meeting on September 23, 2024, was adjourned during the public comment period after disorderly conduct by audience members. Prior to adjournment, the council heard from the county prosecutor about pending felony cases, received an update on a police officer's firing, and addressed public concerns about the police department. The agenda included no public hearings and no formal votes on ordinances or resolutions.

• Officer Brandon Momirov fired, as reported by Mayor Sherer
• Prosecutor Kyle Stone discussed two pending felony cases at Grand Jury
• Public comments on police department concerns by Skylark Bruce and Daniel Gates
• Meeting adjourned at 7:35 PM due to disorderly conduct

City Council

The Canton City Council met on September 16, 2024, and took action on several items, including adopting ordinances on first and second readings. They approved a contract for a BBS Multi-certified Inspector, a software transition, and a police K9 grant, among other items. Public comments addressed Gaza, policing, and landlord concerns.

• Authorized contract for BBS Multi-certified Inspector at $57.69/hour, not to exceed $120,000/year for 3 years (O#181/2024)
• Approved $7,500 USPCA AKC Reunite K9 Grant for purchase of one aged police K9 (O#22)
• Authorized transition from CityForce to iWorQ software with renewable 3-year subscription (O#183/2024)
• Approved replats for Canton Palace Theater, Canton for All People, Habitat for Humanity, and others
• Amended Chapter 187 Admissions Tax and Chapter 919 Sidewalk and Curb Replacement Program

City Council

The Canton City Council held a regular meeting with public comments on police brutality, housing, and community concerns. The council adopted several emergency ordinances, including first readings for replats, tax amendments, and a K9 grant, and second readings for software and water main projects. The meeting also included confirmations and communications on annexation and street vacations.

• Adopted resolution confirming Doug Mullaly to the Board of Building Appeals
• First reading: amend Chapter 187 Admissions Tax, effective 1/1/25
• First reading: accept $7,500 USPCA AKC Reunite K9 Grant for police K9 purchase
• Second reading: transition from CityForce to iWorQ software contract (3-year)
• Third reading: contract with Nutter Consulting for Climate Action and Sustainability Plan

General

The Stark County Board of Health will hold a public hearing on public health nuisances and conduct routine procedural business. The meeting is primarily procedural with no substantive decisions scheduled.

The Canton City Board of Health held public nuisance hearings on August 27, 2024, addressing substandard conditions at multiple properties. The board ordered abatement or vacation of properties by specified deadlines, with liens placed on properties if owners fail to comply. It also ordered vaccination records for two animal bite cases and authorized criminal charges if not submitted.

• Ordered 1615 Frazer Ave NW abated by Sept 11, 2024
• Ordered 1635 Clarendon Ave SW abated or vacated by Sept 4, 2024
• Ordered 1311 Garfield Ave SW and 1731 Bank Pl SW abated or vacated by Sept 24, 2024, and remain vacant until health inspection
• Ordered 1821 Frazer Ave NE abated or vacated by Sept 11, 2024
• Ordered 1236 Oxford Ave NW abated by Sept 4, 2024
• Ordered 1435 Homer Ave NW abated by Sept 4, 2024
• Ordered 1310 14th St NW abated by Sept 4, 2024
• Ordered 1121 11th St NW abated or vacated by Sept 4, 2024

Board of Health

The Stark County Board of Health will vote on routine fiscal items, including a $189,158.12 bill list and a $70,075.52 truck purchase, plus numerous personnel actions such as resignations, appointments, and position title changes. They will also consider several contracts and agreements, including a lease for office space and a diversity training contract. An executive session is scheduled to discuss employee compensation.

• Approve list of bills (07/20/2024 - 08/22/2024) - $189,158.12
• Approve purchase of 2024 Ford F-350 4x4 Chassis-Cab IX with Knapheide Landscape Dump Body for $70,075.52
• Approve agreement with JORL Properties, LLC for lease of office space at 832 McKinley Ave NW, Canton OH 44703 (approx. 5,000 sq ft) for 13 months, not to exceed $50,000
• Approve agreement with The Diversity Center of Northeast Ohio for diversity training on September 25, 2024, not to exceed $8,000
• Approve purchase of Articulate 360 and Reach 360 software for $7,499

The Canton City Board of Health unanimously approved a $70,075.52 purchase of a 2024 Ford F-350 with dump body, accepted 10 staff resignations, and appointed several new employees including a temporary Environmental Health Director. The board also approved a $50,000 lease for SWAP expansion, a $16,882 YWCA agreement, and various contracts and travel. A resolution to allow the Fiscal Manager to sign for the Health Commissioner was unanimously rejected on first reading.

• Approved $70,075.52 purchase of 2024 Ford F-350 with dump body (unanimous)
• Accepted 10 resignations including Lab Director and Environmental Health Director (unanimous)
• Appointed Gus Dria as temporary Director of Environmental Health at $88,399.35 (unanimous)
• Approved $50,000 lease for SWAP expansion at 832 McKinley Ave NW (unanimous)
• Approved $16,882 YWCA agreement for on-site clinic services (unanimous)
• Approved $189,158.12 list of bills (unanimous)
• Rejected resolution allowing Fiscal Manager to sign for Health Commissioner (unanimous no)
• Approved travel for 8 staff members totaling $2,491.47 (unanimous)

City Council

The Canton City Council is holding its regular meeting with a heavy agenda of emergency ordinances, including accepting police and ambulance grants, authorizing construction contracts for water main and railroad crossing projects, and approving various appropriations. Public speakers raised ongoing policing issues and a recent video involving the police department, plus accessibility and other community concerns. Several items were adopted on first or second reading during the meeting.

• Authorize payment of $70,075.52 to Liberty Ford for a dump truck purchase
• Accept USPCA Reunite K9 Grant and Ohio Ambulance Transport Program funds for police and personnel
• Authorize construction contract for 30th St. NE Water Main Replacement Project
• Authorize contracts for 10th St NE and 8th St NE Railroad Crossing Projects
• Approve contract with Nutter Consulting for Climate Action and Sustainability Plan

Board of Health

The Canton City Board of Health will hold a special meeting on August 12, 2024 at 5:00 PM to approve five new personnel appointments. The board will also vote to approve the meeting agenda and hold an executive session to discuss employee discipline.

• Appointment of a full-time Deputy Registrar
• Appointment of two full-time Air Monitoring Specialists II
• Appointment of a part-time WIC Assistant
• Appointment of a full-time Laboratory Technician I
• Appointment of a full-time Staff Nurse II

City Council

Canton City Council held its regular meeting on August 12, 2024, with ten members present. The agenda included multiple emergency ordinances, first, second, and third readings, and public comments on the Frank Tyson case and a Gaza ceasefire resolution. Key actions included adopting first readings for a taser contract with Axon Enterprises and a classification plan for police and fire departments, plus reconsidering and amending a storm sewer fund ordinance.

• Contract with Axon Enterprises for tasers (emergency)
• Classification plan for Safety Director's Police and Fire Dept
• Replat of Outlot 374 & Part of Outlot 375 (Parcels 209937 & 210876, Ward 9)
• Replat of Lots 17536-17548, etc. (Parcels 231822 & 200427, Ward 9)
• Amendments to Fire Prevention Code (Chapters 1501, 1507, 1509, 1511, 1513)

City Council

Canton City Council held its July 29, 2024 meeting, where a Gaza ceasefire resolution failed. The council also advanced multiple ordinances, including zoning changes, annexation petitions, and various contracts and appropriations, many on an emergency basis. Public speakers raised concerns about Palestine and policing issues.

• Gaza Ceasefire Resolution failed
• Zoning changes for parcels in Wards 4 and 7 (O#142/2024)
• $4,000 Walmart grant for Canton Police Department
• Termination of Civic Center sublease with Arts in Stark
• Contracts for fiber network, bridge reconstruction, and water plant projects

Board of Health

The Stark County Board of Health will meet on July 23, 2024, to approve routine minutes, a $297,607 list of bills, and personnel actions including new hires and resignations. The board will also vote on grants, contracts, and resolutions, including a $55,000 public health emergency preparedness grant and a no-cost naloxone distribution partnership.

• Approve $297,607 list of bills (06/21/2024 - 07/19/2024)
• Accept resignations of Eric Gaskell and Willow Cox
• Approve new full-time Family Nurse Practitioner position (pay grade K)
• Approve $55,000 FY25 Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP) grant
• Approve no-cost Partnership Agreement with Stark County Coroners' Office for naloxone distribution

The Board of Health approved a new full-time Family Nurse Practitioner position (pay grade K), temporarily appointed Amanda Morningstar to it at $80,183.40 annually, and hired Megan Lancaster as a full-time WIC Assistant at $36,046.40. They also approved $297,607.39 in bills, accepted two resignations, and passed resolutions creating an RV/Campground fund and a Construction and Demolition Debris fund. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $297,607.39 in bills (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Eric Gaskell, Laboratory Technician I, effective July 19, 2024 (unanimous)
• Accepted revised resignation of Willow Cox, Community Health Equity Coordinator, effective July 15, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved new full-time Family Nurse Practitioner position description, pay grade K (unanimous)
• Temporarily appointed Amanda Morningstar as Family Nurse Practitioner at $80,183.40/year, no probation (unanimous)
• Appointed Megan Lancaster as full-time WIC Assistant at $36,046.40/year, no probation (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-08 certifying $12,371.35 in nuisance abatement costs to Stark County Auditor, passed as emergency (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-09 creating RV/Campground fund and Resolution 2024-10 creating Construction and Demolition Debris fund (unanimous)

General

The Stark County Board of Health is meeting to approve the agenda and hold public health nuisance hearings. The next meeting is scheduled for August 27, 2024. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific cases or details listed.

• Public health nuisance hearings
• Agenda approval
• Next meeting: August 27, 2024 at 4:30pm

The Canton City Board of Health held public nuisance hearings on July 23, 2024, addressing substandard conditions at multiple properties. The board issued abatement orders for seven properties, granting deadlines of July 31 or August 7, 2024, and authorized liens or legal action if not met. It also ordered two animal owners to submit vaccination records by July 31 or face criminal charges. One property at 2024 Holland Ct SW received no order after the owner confirmed it was unoccupied.

• Ordered abatement of 1360 Scoville Ave by Aug 7, 2024 (owner present)
• Ordered abatement of 1121 Walnut Ave NE by Jul 31, 2024
• No order issued for 2024 Holland Ct SW (unoccupied)
• Ordered abatement or vacation of 1515-19th St NE by Jul 31, 2024
• Ordered abatement of 710-21st St NW by Jul 31, 2024
• Ordered abatement of 1607 Fulton Rd NW by Jul 31, 2024
• Ordered abatement of 1218-15th St NW by Jul 31, 2024
• Ordered abatement or vacation of 515-9th St NW by Jul 31, 2024

General

The Canton City Council is holding its regular meeting with a full agenda of first, second, and third readings. Key items include authorizing contracts for the City/County Fiber Network project, petitioning to annex the Service Center property at 2436 30th St NE, and approving multiple property replats, including several for Canton City Schools and Habitat for Humanity. The council also adopted a $42,125 state grant for violent crime reduction and an alternative tax budget for 2025.

• Authorize contracts for City/County Fiber Network project, including fiber to Stark County jail and related services
• Petition to annex Service Center property at 2436 30th St NE (Parcel #5200863)
• Accept $42,125 Ohio Violent Crimes Reduction Grant for equipment purchase
• Replat properties for Canton City Schools (316 30th St NW, 2800 13th St SW) and Habitat for Humanity (2022 Tuscarawas St E)
• Adopt Alternative Tax Budget for fiscal year ending 12/31/25

General

The Canton City Board of Health is holding a special meeting to approve its agenda and take personnel actions, specifically appointing a full-time Environmental Health Specialist in Training (Health Inspector I) and a full-time Environmental Health Specialist (Health Inspector II). No other substantive business is listed.

• Approve July 9, 2024 special meeting agenda
• Appoint full-time Environmental Health Specialist in Training (Health Inspector I)
• Appoint full-time Environmental Health Specialist (Health Inspector II)

City Council

The Canton City Council met on July 1, 2024, and took action on a range of items, including approving reappointments, accepting a state grant for the Violet Crimes Reduction program, and authorizing contracts for the 6th St NW and Court Ave NW streetscape projects. The council also passed several ordinances on first reading, including amendments to the fire prevention code and employment provisions, and approved multiple replats for properties across the city. Public comments included requests for a ceasefire resolution regarding Gaza, changes to policing, and concerns about the Homeless Coffee Shop.

• Approved $42,125.00 grant from Ohio Office of Criminal Justice Services for Violet Crimes Reduction
• Authorized contracts for 6th St NW & Court Ave NW Utilities & Streetscape Projects
• Approved replats for Canton City Schools properties at 316 30th St NW and 2800 13th St SW
• Approved liquor permits for Culinary Creations LLC (3102 Tuscarawas St W) and Blue Canton LLC (2234 W Tuscarawas St)
• Adopted alternative tax budget for fiscal year ending 12/31/25

Board of Health

The Stark County Board of Health is meeting to hold public health nuisance hearings. The agenda includes a call to order, approval of the agenda, the hearings themselves, and setting the next meeting date. No other substantive items are listed.

• Public Health Nuisance Hearings
• Next meeting date set for Tuesday, July 23, 2024

The Canton City Board of Health held public nuisance hearings on June 25, 2024, and issued abatement orders for seven properties with substandard conditions. Two properties were granted delays on abatement orders due to owner progress. All property owners were absent; Hearing Officer Gus Dria testified.

• Declared 1512 24th St NE a public health nuisance, ordered abatement by July 3, 2024
• Declared 4009 30th St NE a public health nuisance, ordered abatement or vacate by July 3, 2024
• Declared 1725 29th St NW a public health nuisance, ordered abatement or vacate by July 17, 2024
• Declared 1206 Lippert Ave NE a public health nuisance, ordered abatement by July 3, 2024
• Declared 2511 10th St NW a public health nuisance, ordered abatement by July 3, 2024
• Declared 1235 10th St NW a public health nuisance, ordered abatement or vacate by July 3, 2024
• Declared 1312 Garfield Ave SW a public health nuisance, ordered abatement or vacate by July 3, 2024
• Delayed abatement order for 1246 Valleyview Ave SW and 2010 7th St SW pending owner cleanup progress

Board of Health

The Stark County Board of Health will vote on routine fiscal and personnel items, including approving a list of bills totaling $192,034.00, several position description changes, and multiple grant agreements and contract addendums. Key items include a $1,459,904.00 WIC grant, a $322,375.00 THRIVE grant, and numerous THRIVE program addendums extending through December 31, 2024. The board will also consider entering executive session to discuss employee compensation.

• Approve list of bills (05/22/2024-06/20/2024) - $192,034.00
• Approve FY25 WIC ODH grant up to $1,459,904.00 with subgrantees totaling $704,760.00
• Approve FY25 Ohio Equity Institute (THRIVE) grant application and budget of $322,375.00
• Approve FY24 HIV Prevention ODH grant up to $186,975.00 with subgrantees totaling $25,804.00
• Approve additional $234,374.00 for FY23 COVID-19 Enhanced Operations grant, extending to Dec 31, 2025

The Board of Health unanimously approved the FY25 Ohio Equity Institute (OEI) grant of $322,375 for the THRIVE program, along with several related agreements and addendums. They also approved the FY25 WIC grant of $1,459,904, the FY24 HIV Prevention grant of $186,975, and an additional $234,374 for the COVID-19 Enhanced Operations grant. Personnel actions included approving new position descriptions, appointments, and resignations.

• Approved FY25 Ohio Equity Institute grant of $322,375 (unanimous)
• Approved FY25 WIC grant of $1,459,904 with subgrantees (unanimous)
• Approved FY24 HIV Prevention grant of $186,975 with subgrantees (unanimous)
• Approved additional $234,374 for COVID-19 Enhanced Operations grant (unanimous)
• Approved THRIVE agreements and addendums, including $48,000.20 for Alliance Family Health Center (unanimous)
• Approved addendum with People's Baptist Church for $8,000 (4-1, Lucas abstained)
• Approved agreement with Stark County Health Department for STI campaign up to $35,000 (4-1, Lakritz abstained)
• Approved list of bills totaling $192,034 (unanimous)

City Council

The Canton City Council met on June 17, 2024, to conduct first, second, and third readings of ordinances, including emergency measures on zoning changes, adult-use cannabis regulations, and property acquisitions. The council also heard public comments on police accountability and cooling shelter communications.

• Amend zoning code to allow adult-use cannabis businesses (Ch. 790)
• Approve $118/2024 contract for demolition at 602 12th St NE for $118,000
• Acquire former Arby’s parcel adjacent to Civic Center for $217,500
• Amend Mills Business Park TIF district and authorize city-wide admissions & parking tax
• Approve replat of multiple parcels in Wards 4, 5, 7, and 9 for development

City Council

The Canton City Council held its regular meeting on June 3, 2024, addressing a range of items including public comments on police accountability, several liquor permit transfers, and multiple emergency ordinances. The council also considered the adoption of an alternative tax budget for fiscal year 2025 and approved various appropriations and property conveyances.

• Public comments on police accountability and the Frank Tyson tragedy
• Request to adopt Alternative Tax Budget for FY ending Dec 31, 2025
• Liquor permit transfers for Euro Gyro and 10K Food Mart
• Authorization for demolition at 602 12th St NE
• Conveyance of city-owned property to Mary L. Argabright and Habitat for Humanity

Board of Health

The Stark County Board of Health will convene for a public meeting to conduct hearings on public health nuisances. The board will also approve the agenda and set the date for the next meeting.

• Public Health Nuisance Hearings
• Agenda approval
• Next meeting scheduled for June 25, 2024

The Canton Board of Health held public nuisance hearings on May 28, 2024, ordering abatement or vacation of 15 properties with substandard conditions, and granted 30-day extensions to two animal owners for vaccination reporting. All orders allow the health department to abate nuisances and place costs as liens on property taxes.

• Ordered 1309 Piedmont Ave NE abated or vacated by June 5, 2024
• Ordered 2007 Gibbs Ave NE abated by June 5, 2024
• Ordered 1621 Rowland Ave NE abated by June 12, 2024
• Ordered 2104 17th St NE abated by June 5, 2024
• Ordered 2202 23rd St NE abated by June 12, 2024
• Ordered 3849 30th St NE abated by June 5, 2024
• Ordered 2030 2nd St NE abated or vacated by June 5, 2024
• Granted 30-day extensions to Barbara Parsons and Robert Jones for vaccination records, due July 7, 2024

Board of Health

The Stark County Board of Health will vote on routine fiscal, personnel, and contract items, including approving bills totaling $346,638.97, accepting two resignations, and amending compensation policies. They will also consider resolutions on nuisance abatement costs and new funds, plus several contracts and travel authorizations.

• Approve list of bills (04/26/2024 - 05/21/2024) - $346,638.97
• Resolution certifying nuisance abatement costs of $3,545.92 to Stark County Auditor
• Contract with Lamar for billboard advertising up to $8,500.00 for AWARE STI test kit program
• Extended agreement with multiple Medicaid plans for $382,500.00 for maternal health program
• Approve travel for staff to HIV/AIDS and air monitoring conferences

The Board of Health approved a $382,500 extended agreement with multiple Medicaid managed care plans to fund the enhanced maternal health program targeting infant mortality reduction through December 31, 2024. They also approved a $346,638.97 list of bills, a $8,500 billboard contract for the AWARE STI test kit program, and several personnel actions including accepting two resignations and extending one probationary period. A resolution certifying $3,545.92 in nuisance abatement costs was adopted as Resolution 2024-07, effective immediately.

• Approved $382,500 maternal health grant extension (5-0)
• Approved $346,638.97 list of bills (5-0)
• Approved $8,500 Lamar billboard contract for AWARE STI program (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-07 certifying $3,545.92 nuisance abatement costs (5-0)
• Accepted resignation of Adam Jasso, EH Public Health Technician (5-0)
• Accepted resignation of Kewan Umbles, EH Public Health Technician (5-0)
• Tabled appointment of part-time EH Public Health Technicians (5-0)
• Extended Octavia Dolph's probationary period to Aug 31, 2024 (4-0, 1 abstain)

City Council

The Canton City Council met on May 20, 2024, and adopted several ordinances and resolutions, including liquor permit transfers and new permits, property conveyances, and emergency appropriations for demolitions and infrastructure projects. Public speakers raised concerns about police practices, vandalism, and the Homeless Coffee House. The council also approved a Community Reinvestment Area agreement and a TIF for JSC Properties.

• Approved liquor permit transfer for Arcadia Grill at 321 Court Ave NW and new C2 permits for Murphy Oil USA at 3220 Atlantic Blvd NE and Mini Food Mart at 905 Harrison Ave SW
• Authorized demolition of 602 12th St. NE
• Approved $250,000 grant agreement with Community Building Partnership of Stark County
• Authorized conveyance of city-owned property to Mary L. Argabright and Habitat for Humanity East Central Ohio
• Established JSC Properties, LLC Non-School TIF and Community Reinvestment Area agreement

City Council

The Canton City Council is holding its regular meeting with a full agenda of first, second, and third readings. Key items include the sale of city-owned land, a Community Reinvestment Area and Tax Increment Financing agreement, and several emergency ordinances covering appropriations, contracts, and program funds. Public comments addressed lead in homes, police policy, and a ceasefire resolution.

• Sale of city-owned land to Mary L. Argabright (emergency)
• JSC Properties, LLC Community Reinvestment Area (CRA) & Tax Increment Financing (TIF) agreement (emergency)
• Sale of city-owned land to Habitat for Humanity (emergency)
• Contract for abandonment of Collector Well #3 at Northwest Water Treatment Plant (4125 Salway Avenue NW)
• Purchase of one Track Mounted Dozer (emergency)

Board of Health

The Stark County Board of Health will hold a special meeting to approve emergency resolutions on compensation and health code updates, as well as appoint two engineering technicians and a laboratory director. The agenda includes procedural approvals and personnel actions.

• Approve emergency resolution for Compensation Program
• Approve emergency resolution updating Healthcode section 207.10 (compensation time earned)
• Approve emergency resolution updating Healthcode section 207.21 (life insurance)
• Appointment of two full-time Air Pollution Control Engineering Technician I's
• Appointment of a full-time Laboratory Director

City Council

The Canton City Council held its regular meeting on May 6, 2024, adopting amendments to its rules of procedure and considering numerous ordinances, many marked as emergency. Key actions include authorizing loan restructuring for the Doubletree Hotel and HOFV infrastructure, approving contracts for water main replacements and a dozer purchase, and adopting the city's 2024-2028 Consolidated Action Plan for HUD funding. Public speakers raised issues including a Gaza ceasefire, zoning changes for a business, and religious discrimination.

• Adopted amendments to Council Rules of Procedure (Rules 15D, 15F(3), 15F(4)) regarding Public Speaks
• Authorized loan modification agreements with HOFV Hotel II LLC and HOF Resort & Entertainment Company for Doubletree Hotel and HOFV infrastructure loans (O#91/2024)
• Approved contract for abandonment of Collector Well #3 at Northwest Water Treatment Plant (4125 Salway Avenue NW)
• Authorized purchase of one Track Mounted Dozer for Collection Systems & Water Department
• Adopted 2024-2028 Consolidated Action Plan and filed with U.S. Dept. HUD

Board of Health

The Stark County Board of Health is meeting to hold public health nuisance hearings. The agenda includes approval of the agenda, the hearings themselves, and setting the next meeting date. No other substantive items are listed.

• Public Health Nuisance Hearings
• Next meeting date: Tuesday, May 28, 2024

The Canton City Board of Health held public nuisance hearings on May 2, 2024, declaring 16 properties as public health nuisances due to unsanitary conditions. The board ordered abatement by May 12, 2024 for most properties, with one property granted a 30-day extension to June 2, 2024. Canton City Public Health is authorized to abate nuisances or take legal action, with costs placed as liens on property taxes.

• Declared 1427 7th St NE a public health nuisance; ordered abatement by May 12, 2024
• Declared 1247 Harrison Ave SW a public health nuisance; granted 30-day extension to June 2, 2024
• Declared 1453 Eastview Ave NE a public health nuisance; ordered abatement or vacate by May 12, 2024
• Declared 1717 5th St SE a public health nuisance; ordered abatement or vacate by May 12, 2024
• Declared 1212 Clarendon Ave a public health nuisance; ordered abatement or vacate by May 12, 2024
• Declared 1008 9th St NE a public health nuisance; ordered abatement by May 12, 2024
• Declared 1821 Root Ave NE a public health nuisance; ordered abatement by May 12, 2024
• Declared 1731 Wallace Ave NE a public health nuisance; ordered abatement by May 12, 2024

Board of Health

The Stark County Board of Health will vote on routine administrative items including approving the 2023 annual report, a list of bills totaling $338,198.32, personnel actions, and several contracts and agreements. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approve list of bills (03/20/2024 - 04/25/2024) - $338,198.32
• Approve agreement with Canton Palace Theatre for up to $3,300.00 for a four-hour rental
• Approve addendum with United Way of Greater Stark County for additional $12,000.00 (total $53,860.00) for emergency assistance for pregnant persons
• Approve agreement with Habitat for Humanity ReStore for Hope ReStored Voucher Program up to $2,500.00
• Approve no-cost addendum to FY23 contract with Monica Coventry for Fetal Infant Mortality Review work at $50.00/hour

City Council

The Canton City Council held its regular meeting, hearing public comments on the Gaza conflict and the Frank Tyson incident, with residents requesting a ceasefire resolution and police reform. The council adopted commendations, approved several emergency ordinances and resolutions, and advanced items including water main projects, a $250,000 grant, and tax agreements. The agenda was substantive, with multiple first, second, and third readings of ordinances.

• Authorized $250,000 grant agreement with Community Building Partnership of Stark County using Issue 13 funds
• Approved contract for purchase of one Track Mounted Dozer for Collection Systems & Water Department
• Authorized change order #2 for 11st SE Intersection and Roadway Improvement Project (GP 1144)
• Adopted plans for paving improvements on Routes 43, 43D, and 172
• Authorized Community Reinvestment Area Agreement with JSC Properties LLC for real property tax exemptions

City Council

The Canton City Council is holding its regular meeting with a full agenda of emergency ordinances and resolutions. They adopted a resolution opposing Dominion Energy's proposed monthly service increase. The council will vote on several items including tax incentive agreements for JSC Properties LLC, a demolition assistance program, and multiple emergency appropriations and contracts.

• Adopted resolution opposing Dominion Energy monthly service increase
• First reading: contract for West Manor Area Water Main Replacement design
• Second reading: Community Reinvestment Area agreement with JSC Properties LLC for real property tax exemptions
• Second reading: establish JSC Properties LLC Non-School TIF
• Third reading: Establish Demolition Assistance Program (DAP) with Canton Community Improvement Corporation

Board of Health

The Stark County Board of Health is holding a special meeting to approve a purchase of two nursing refrigerators for up to $24,700, several personnel actions including probationary period endings and new appointments, and amendments to the 2024 meeting schedule. These are routine administrative and fiscal decisions.

• Purchase of two nursing refrigerators from Helmer Scientific, not to exceed $24,700
• Probationary period ending for Tiffany Workman, Clinical Receptionist/Office Assistant, retroactive to April 1, 2024
• Appointment of a full-time Public Health Clerk II
• Appointment of a full-time Overdose Prevention Outreach Specialist
• Reschedule April 23, 2024 meeting to May 2, 2024

The Board of Health unanimously approved the purchase of two nursing refrigerators from Helmer Scientific for up to $24,700, along with several personnel actions including salary increases and new hires. The board also amended its 2024 meeting schedule, rescheduling two meetings. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $24,700 purchase of two nursing refrigerators (5-0)
• Approved probationary period ending for Tiffany Workman with salary increase to $33,816 (5-0)
• Appointed Shannon Byers as Public Health Clerk II at $33,069 (5-0)
• Appointed Jorden Snyder as Overdose Prevention Outreach Specialist at $42,073 (5-0)
• Appointed Elisabeth Mobberley as HIV/STI Prevention Health Educator at $45,616 (5-0)
• Rescheduled April 23, 2024 meeting to May 2, 2024 (5-0)
• Rescheduled October 22, 2024 meeting (5-0)

Board of Health

The Stark County Board of Health is holding a work session to review the Canton City Public Health Compensation Program and the 2024 THRIVE Strategic Plan. The agenda also includes an email overview and time for additional questions. No formal votes or decisions are listed.

• Review of Canton City Public Health Compensation Program
• Review of 2024 THRIVE Strategic Plan
• Email overview for Board Members

The Board of Health held a work session with no formal votes. They scheduled a special meeting for May 8, 2024, to consider the new compensation plan proposal, and requested a report on THRIVE program funding. The board also discussed the THRIVE Strategic Plan and succession planning.

• Scheduled special meeting for May 8, 2024, to consider compensation plan
• Requested report on THRIVE program funded initiatives
• Recommended Personnel Committee develop succession planning recommendation

City Council

Canton City Council's April 15 meeting includes public hearings and votes on zoning changes for small-box discount stores, a new demolition assistance program, and multiple emergency appropriations. The council also heard public comments on a Gaza ceasefire and a homeless coffee house nuisance, but took no formal action on those topics.

• Public hearing and third reading of O#78/2024 to amend definitions and special provisions for small-box discount retail stores
• Second reading of O#19 to establish a Demolition Assistance Program with Canton Community Improvement Corporation
• Emergency appropriation for West Manor Area Water Main Replacement Project Phase I design
• Authorization of contracts for Belden Ave NE Bridge Rehabilitation Project (GP 1375) using fair market value acquisitions
• First reading to establish JSC Properties LLC Non-School TIF and Community Reinvestment Area agreement

City Council

Canton City Council held its regular meeting with public hearings on three zoning changes, adopted several emergency ordinances, and discussed a ceasefire request from residents. The council approved contracts for the 800 Walnut Ave demolition, authorized a Master Plans Examiner hire, and moved forward on multiple property rezonings and infrastructure projects.

• Authorized zone change at 2121 4th St SE from PB-4 to PB-3
• Authorized zone change at 2234 Faircrest St SW from R-3 to PB-4
• Authorized zone change at 1620 Market Ave S and 1003 Cherry Ave NE to CS/B-3
• Authorized contracts for 800 Walnut Ave demolition with Butler and Son
• Approved Belden Ave NE Bridge Rehabilitation Project property acquisition

City Council

The Canton City Council held its regular meeting on April 1, 2024, addressing a range of items including the establishment of a Demolition Assistance Program, contracts for demolitions, and several zoning changes. The council also heard public comments on various local concerns and international issues. Multiple ordinances were passed on second reading, and one was reconsidered and amended.

• Establishment of Demolition Assistance Program (DAP) with CCIC to administer; emergency
• Contract with Butcher and Son for demolition of 800 Walnut Ave NE; emergency
• Zoning changes: Parcel 232763 (PB-4 to PB-3), Parcel 8300070 (R-3 to PB-4), and 1620 Market Ave S, 1003 Cherry Ave NE, 2213 Gage Ave NE
• Acceptance of $150,000 in donated funds from Park Foundation for Community Development, Police Admin, Fire Admin
• Water main extension to 5210 18th St. SW, Perry Twp

Board of Health

The Stark County Board of Health will vote on routine fiscal, personnel, and contract items, including approving $232,483.94 in bills, hiring a Staff Nurse II and a Disease Intervention Specialist, and accepting two resignations. They will also consider agreements for a dental provider, software maintenance, and a church rental for a nutrition program, plus travel authorizations for conferences.

• Approve list of bills (02/23/2024 - 03/19/2024) - $232,483.94
• Approve patient write-offs totaling $891.75 (MRN #38662, #02320, #39642)
• Approve agreement with Peoples Baptist Church for Healthy Eating for Healthy Babies program, not to exceed $900
• Approve dental provider agreement with Dental Benefit Providers, Inc. for dental sealant program
• Approve travel for STI Engage Conference (2 staff, $2,700.53 each) and other conferences

Board of Health

The Stark County Board of Health is meeting to conduct public health nuisance hearings. The agenda includes approval of the agenda, the hearings themselves, and setting the next meeting date. No other substantive business is listed.

• Public health nuisance hearings
• Next meeting date set for April 23, 2024

City Council

The Canton City Council held its regular meeting on March 25, 2024, adopting several ordinances and resolutions. Key actions included approving the 2024 annual appropriations, amending the zoning code for multiple parcels, and authorizing emergency contracts for demolition, vehicle purchases, and infrastructure projects. Public speakers raised concerns about homelessness, housing affordability, and a ceasefire resolution.

• Adopted 2024 Annual Appropriations (O#61/2024, amended)
• Authorized contracts for Ford F-150 Lightning EV truck and other vehicles (O#60/2024, O#62/2024)
• Approved zoning changes for parcels in Ward 4 (e.g., 232763, 8300070) and properties on Market Ave S, Cherry Ave NE, Gage Ave NE
• Accepted $150,000 donation from Park Foundation for Community Development, Police Admin, Fire Admin funds
• Authorized emergency demolition contract for 2318 13th St NE

City Council

Canton City Council's March 18, 2024 meeting includes public comments on Gaza and a proposed ceasefire resolution, plus votes on a moratorium on small box discount stores, multiple property replats, and various contracts and appropriations. Several items are marked emergency and will be voted on in second or third readings.

• Public speaks: residents urged Council to adopt a ceasefire resolution on Gaza
• Third reading: moratorium on permits for small box discount retail stores until 1/1/25
• Third reading: payment of $22,722.44 moral obligation to Blended Family Health Care Servs
• Replats for properties on Logan Ave NW, Maple Ave NE, Cook Ave SW, and others
• Contracts for Ford F-150 Lightning EV truck, Health Dept/Sears Building renovation, and Perry Drive NW widening

City Council

The Canton City Council is meeting to consider the 2024 General Fund budget and appropriations, along with several emergency ordinances. Key items include a proposed moratorium on permits for small box discount retail stores, multiple property replats, and contracts for LED lighting projects and water main replacements. The council also heard public comments on Gaza, a shooting at Hall of Fame Village, street conditions, and the arts.

• Adoption of 2024 General Fund budget and appropriations
• Moratorium on zoning/building permits for small box discount retail stores until 1/1/25
• Purchase of Ford F-150 Lightning for Traffic Engineering Dept
• Contracts for LED lighting projects at City Hall, Southeast Community Ctr, Service Ctr
• Replats for properties including Palace Theater, Habitat for Humanity, and Campbell Oil

General

The Stark County Board of Health is meeting to hold public health nuisance hearings. The agenda includes only the call to order, approval of the agenda, the hearings themselves, and setting the next meeting date. No specific properties or cases are listed in the agenda.

• Public health nuisance hearings
• Next meeting set for Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at 4:30 PM

City Council

The Canton City Council met on February 26, 2024, and took action on a range of items, including adopting a resolution supporting a Safe Routes to School plan, approving a utility rate increase, and authorizing several zone changes and property replats. The council also passed ordinances on second and third readings, including a $9,066 payment for streetlight replacement and a $40,000 contract for grant writing services. Public comments included concerns about zoning violations, police conduct, and the situation in Gaza.

• Approved 2024 utility rate adjustments with total monthly increase of approx. $2.58, effective 3/31/24
• Authorized zone changes at 2121 4th St SE, 2234 Faircrest St SW, and city-wide at 1620 Market Ave S., 1003 Cherry Ave NE., and 2213 Gage Ave NE.
• Adopted resolution supporting N.E. Canton Schools Safe Routes to School School Travel Plan
• Authorized payment of $9,066.00 to Path Master, Inc. for streetlight replacement
• Authorized compensation to Stark Economic Development Board up to $40,000.00 for grant writing services

City Council

The Canton City Council met on February 12, 2024, and took action on several items, including confirming appointments, approving zone changes, authorizing bond notes, and entering into a professional services agreement with Downtown Canton Partnership. The council also passed ordinances on first, second, and third readings, covering topics such as an interior renovation program, equipment purchases, and street resurfacing. Public comments included concerns about Gaza and local issues.

• Zone change at 2121 4th St SE (Parcel #232763), Ward 4
• Revenue Bond Anticipation Note up to $725,000 for Hercules Redevelopment Project
• Economic Development Revenue Bond Anticipation Note up to $1,750,000
• Professional services agreement with Downtown Canton Partnership, Inc. for $250,000/year for 2 years
• New D2 liquor permit for Icie Skates LLC, dba Icie Skates Wine & Jazz, 846 Market Ave S

City Council

The Canton City Council held its regular meeting, adopting several emergency ordinances and resolutions, including a $20,000 grant for police overtime and multiple property replats. The agenda included first, second, and third readings of various items, with most passed as emergency measures. Public speakers raised concerns about rent, SNAP benefits, and building code fines.

• Authorized agreement for $20,000 from Ohio Office of Criminal Justice Services for 2022 Project Safe Neighborhood Grant (police overtime)
• Approved replats for Habitat for Humanity properties at 412 & 414 Watson Pl SE, 2340 21st St NE, and 909 Prospect Ave SW
• Authorized resurfacing of SR43D (Walnut/Market Ave) from 12th St NE to 19th St NW, SR 43 (Market Ave) to 55th St NW, and SR 172 within Canton
• Authorized contract for demolition of 3110 Glen Pl NW (emergency)
• Authorized purchase of vehicles for Sanitation Dept and Water Dept (emergency)

City Council

The Canton City Council met on January 29, 2024, and adopted several ordinances and resolutions, including salary adjustments for management and non-bargaining employees, a $40,000 contract for grant writing services, and authorization for road resurfacing on multiple state routes. The council also approved appointments to regional boards and accepted several property replats, including for Habitat for Humanity projects.

• Approved $40,000 for Stark Economic Development Board grant writing services
• Authorized road resurfacing on SR43D, SR43, and SR172
• Approved salary raises for attorneys and other city employees
• Accepted replats for Habitat for Humanity properties on Watson Pl SE, 21st St NE, and Prospect Ave SW
• Authorized $300,000 agreement with Republic Steel

Board of Health

The Stark County Board of Health will meet to approve the agenda, minutes, and a list of bills totaling $312,115.68. They will also consider personnel actions, including retirements, appointments, and position description updates, as well as approve recommendations from public hearings and several resolutions and contracts.

• Approve list of bills (12/14/2023 - 01/18/2024) - $312,115.68
• Third reading and approval of resolution to amend food protection license fees
• Authorize certification of costs for nuisance abatement totaling $14,070.71
• Approve lease with Telma Investments, LLC for THRIVE offices at 400 Market Ave N, 3rd floor, not to exceed $18,312.36
• Authorize contract with SmileMinded Smartworks, LLC for strategic plan, not to exceed $10,900.00

Board of Health

The Stark County Board of Health will conduct public health nuisance hearings at its January 23, 2024 meeting. The board will also approve the agenda and announce the next meeting date.

City Council

The Canton City Council held a regular meeting with no public hearings or old business. Members approved numerous personnel appointments to city boards and commissions, authorized purchases for the Water and Fire Departments, and advanced several emergency ordinances for first and second readings, including contracts for legal services, public defender services, and community improvement programs. Public comments included concerns about building code fines, support for the Southeast Community Center, and issues with Stark Metropolitan Housing.

• Approved purchase of heavy-duty trailer for Water Dept and Technical Rescue tow vehicle for Fire Dept
• Request to raise salaries of three prosecutors by $7,364 each
• Request to amend Section 1305.01 (a) of the Codified Ordinances regarding the Board of Building Appeals
• Multiple replat requests for properties on Walnut Ave NE, 19th St NE, Harmont Ave NE, Watson PL SE, 21st NE, and Prospect Ave SW
• Emergency ordinance to accept $300,000 from Republic Steel for programs per a final judgment order

Board of Health

The Canton Board of Health is holding a special meeting to appoint a full-time City of Canton Health Commissioner. The board will also review expectations for the position. All business will be conducted publicly.

• Appointment of full-time Canton City Health Commissioner (R10)
• Review expectations of the Canton City Health Commissioner

Board of Health

The Canton Board of Health is holding a special meeting solely to review applicants for the City of Canton Health Commissioner position. All discussion will occur in executive session, and no public business will be conducted.

• Executive session to consider appointment of Health Commissioner

City Council

The Canton City Council held its first meeting of 2024, electing new officers and approving multiple contracts and appointments. The council adopted rules of procedure, authorized legal and administrative staff appointments, and approved emergency ordinances for funding and contracts. No public hearings were held.

• Election of John Mariol as Council Vice-President and James Babcock as First Vice-President
• Approval of $300,000 contract with Republic Steel for program implementation
• Authorization of contracts with Stark County and Stark County Land Reutilization Corp for 50/50 Demolition Split Program
• New liquor permits for The Vault @ 101 Central Plaza S (Ward 4) and Jaripeos Bar and Restaurant @ 3319 Harmont Ave NE (Ward 6)
• Reappointment of Angela Moody to Fair Housing Commission for term ending 12/31/28

Board of Health

This is a special meeting of the Stark County Board of Health. The only substantive item is an executive session to review applicants for the position of Health Commissioner; the rest of the agenda is procedural (call to order, roll call, and adjournment).

• Executive session to review applicants for Health Commissioner position